Gilded Wings by Cameo Renae [SBM Review]

Gilded Wings

(Hidden Wings #4)

Cameo Renae

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As the final battle draws near, Emma finds herself bound under an unbreakable oath. She must seal the bond with Ethon before her transformation, or risk her life and the lives of those she truly loves. Who she wants is no longer an option. 

Lucian has unleashed troops of evil beasts from the Underworld, making it impossible for Emma to leave the protective barrier of Alaine's home. War is inevitable. The Guardians will need to stay and fight their ground, hoping Lucifer keeps his end of the deal and comes to their aid. 

In this epic series conclusion, burning questions will be answered, lives will be lost, and sacrifices will be made. 

But who will survive, and at what cost? 

What an ending!! This book was exciting, suspenseful, action packed, heart breaking and heart warming all at the same time! From beginning to end I couldn't put my reader down. There are some heartbreaking and heartwarming twists and turns in this last book. This is such an amazing story of courage, strength, and unconditional love. I love this series and can't wait to get my hands on the next book from Renae. She has become one of my one-click authors! 

DOM WARS Box Set 4-5-6 by Lucian Bane [SBM Review]

DOM WARS 

(Box Set 4-5-6)

Lucian Bane

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Lucian Bane’s inner Dom is out of control and hungry for things he can’t name. When he signs up for Dom Wars, he meets Tara who is naive to the BDSM world. Her reckless dominance and puritan heart fascinate him. But when he discovers the pain in her past, it unleashes his true Dom within. 

This book set includes Round 4, 5, and 6

Round 4

It's time for Lucian Bane to face those demons. This time around we get to see the vulnerability that Lucian keeps well hidden. Most of the series Tara was the one who needed to be protected and Lucian needed to break through those walls. This time tho Tara is the one protecting Lucian. It was a great change to the protector turn into the protected. Tara does it with all she has. I am so excited to see Round 5 and find out where Bane takes us next.

Round 5

This is my favorite installment of the series so far. I loved how the team of three works together not only just to complete there mission, but to be there to lean on each other. The Preacher was an amazing character! This round made me laugh, cry, swoon, and surprised me! I can't wait to find out what is in store for these characters in the next round!

Round 6

This is it Tara and Lucian go into the final round along with the Preacher. This round was heart pounding suspense from start to finish! Of course the erotic scenes are amazing. Bane's scenes always are! The bond that the foursome has created is just amazing to me. You have to be dominated in order to dominate. The foursome didn't just blindly follow the top dom. They trusted him, because he earned that trust. It takes a strong person to give up control. These couples aren't, what I consider a, Dom/Sub couple. They are each strong enough in themselves to be lead and strong enough to lead when they needed to. This was an amazing series of strength and love. I can't wait to follow these characters into the next series. 

DOM Wars Final Round by Lucian Bane [SBM Review]

DOM WARS Final Round

Lucian Bane

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When Gladiator Inc, an adult toy company expands their market to familiarize the ‘vanilla’ world with the elements of BDSM, the result is a pay-per-view reality show with video feeds streamed live to subscribers. The show, Dom Wars, is a competition to determine the Top Dom that will become the spokesperson for the company. 

The contestants all wear cameras to film every moment and angle of the competition, while they complete various challenges to determine who has ultimately Dominated various elements of themselves. 

The hero and heroine of the series, Lucian Bane and Tara Reese, have barely made it into the Sixth and Final Round of Dom Wars. This week-long Survival Round will determine the Top Dom, once and for all. 

The contestants are taken to an uninhabited island, where they will have to cross formidable jungle terrain. First Dom to reach the boat anchored on the other side of the island wins the million dollars and the title. 

Seems simple. Except Lucian’s old adversary, the Sadist Jase Duff from Round One, has been tasked with making sure none of the five teams make it to the boat. 

If he is successful, he wins the prize, only it's not money that Jase Duff cares about, its revenge on Lucian and Tara. And his sadistic need to inflict pain makes it game on.

This is it Tara and Lucian go into the final round along with the Preacher. This round was heart pounding suspense from start to finish! Of course the erotic scenes are amazing. Bane's scenes always are! The bond that the foursome has created is just amazing to me. You have to be dominated in order to dominate. The foursome didn't just blindly follow the top dom. They trusted him, because he earned that trust. It takes a strong person to give up control. These couples aren't, what I consider a, Dom/Sub couple. They are each strong enough in themselves to be lead and strong enough to lead when they needed to. This was an amazing series of strength and love. I can't wait to follow these characters into the next series. 

Tight by Alessandra Torre [SBM Reivew]

Tight

Alessandra Torre

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I was happy in my small town. In my life as a single, thirty-two year old woman. I had a good job, wonderful friends, my independence.

I also hadn't been laid in three years. Hadn't been on a date in two. Had stopped counting calories and wearing makeup... a while ago.

Then Brett Jacobs waltzed in. Caressed my thigh, dug rough fingers into my hair, lowered his soft mouth to my skin, took sexual control of my mind and stirred it all around with what he packed in his pants. He flipped my quiet life upside down and crawled into a place in my heart I thought was dead.

The issue is his secret.

The issue is her.

The issue is that I don't even know she exists, and he thinks she's dead.

The issue is that shit is about to hit the fan and I can't hold on to him tight enough.

WOW I just finished this book. The story was moving, suspenseful, terrifying, heartbreaking, shocking, loving and a lot the time I felt all the emotions at the same time! This is now one of my favorite books of all time! I thought I knew what was happening and in the end I was surprised. Tight is a story of hope and undying love. Torre out did herself this time. I have read Torre before and love her other books. This book has topped them all! Everyone needs to read this book it's amazing. 

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Joyful Leigh by Melanie James [SBM Review]

Joyful Leigh

Melanie James

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‘Tis the season for magical mayhem. Leigh vows upon her magic desk and witch’s broom that Thankshanukkamas will be filled with childlike joy for her, her family, and her friends—even if it kills them. And it may just come to that! With a new publishing contract in hand, the disasterpieces fly from Leigh’s desk. With titles like Sleighing the Elfa-The Elf Pack Book1, Restoring The Old Schlitt House-A “Do Yourself” Romance, Fangin’ the Billion-were, and Gangin’ the Billion-were, the mischief piles up. 
When the EPA (Elf Protection Agency) shows up at Leigh’s door, she’s got some explaining to do. Throw in a couple of retired mobsters, Fur-Con, bats in the belfry, along with a shape-shifting witch, and you’ve got a recipe for catastrophe. Can Leigh and the gang save the fate of all paranormals? Or will this be the end of the line for Leigh and her band of magical misfits?

This is such a fun series!! I always know what I open up a Literal Leigh Romance I'm going to be smiling! This installment takes Leigh into the Holiday's. It's so sweet how all she ever tries to do is help those she love. Good or Bad, Right or Wrong, she always has her heart in the right place and I am sure to smile at the end of it. I just love all the characters and can't wait to read more about them and find out what kind of trouble they find themselves in. James is one of my favorite authors and I can't wait to find out what adventure she takes me on in her next book!

Dom Wars Round 5 by Lucian Bane [SBM Review]

Dom Wars Round 5

Lucian Bane

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Dom Wars has reached Round 5, and Lucian, Tara, and Steve are prisoners of war owned by the current top Dom, known as the Preacher Dom. All they have to do is find the perfect pitch to sell Gladiator's dildos and ball clenchers to random vanilla businesses. Between Tara, Lucian and Steve, it's looking like an orgasmic circus of humiliation, bonding, and more self-discovery. But there's a catch. Their scores will buy their chances of survival in the next round. And Preacher Dom isn't about to let three cheating hooligans ruin his chances at the million.

This is my favorite installment of the series so far. I loved how the team of three works together not only just to complete there mission, but to be there to lean on each other. The Preacher was an amazing character! This round made me laugh, cry, swoon, and surprised me! I can't wait to find out what is in store for these characters in the next round!

City in Embers by Stacey Marie Brown [SBM Review]

City in Embers

Stacey Marie Brown

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Zoey Daniels has been tossed from foster home to foster home, where she grows up fast and tough. When she is placed in her “last-chance” home, she finds a reason to stay and turn her life around: her foster sister, Lexie, who is paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair. Zoey will do anything to keep her safe. 

After high school, Zoey is hired by a special government agency, the Department of Molecular Genetics (DMG), where she meets the other reason to remain: Daniel, her co-worker. The man she loves. 

But there is something unique about Zoey. She can see fae. Because of this, the DMG hires her to work as a Collector: catching, researching, testing, and using the fae to save human lives. The work never registers on her sympathy radar. She was raised to think of fae as beasts that feed on humans and want to destroy them. 

When devastation hits Seattle, Zoey's whole world is turned upside down. The electric storm connects her to a ruthless fae, a Wanderer named Ryker, whose dealings expose them to even more trouble and danger. They embark on a journey, running and hiding from both the government and fae, both of which threaten their lives and those they love.

What an amazing story!! Everyone needs a talking monkey. This book has everything!! It was funny, exciting, suspenseful, action packed, and a sweet love story with the cutest monkey!! The story line is so intriguing and the mystery of the back story has only started to be uncovered. Once I started this story I couldn't put it down. It was so exciting I couldn't tear myself away. I can't wait for the next book and find out what happens next. An amazing 5 star paranormal read you don't want to miss!!

Sin the Series by Casey Bond [SBM Review]

Sin The Series

Casey Bond

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My name is Morgan Sinclare. My father is a United States Senator. He’s kept me locked away for most of my life in private all-girl schools, in our home. But I just heard what he has planned for me. He’s sold my hand to the highest bidder. I’m supposed to marry one of his friends, someone twice my age. I’m biding my time, acting like the giddy bride-to-be, like the dutiful daughter. 

We are to elope as soon as possible to seal the deal. I acted devastated that I wouldn’t get my dream wedding, so they’re letting me choose the honeymoon location. I’ve always heard that Las Vegas is a magical place. And I think it’s time I disappear.... 

Sin 1:

Morgan's story grabbed my attention right from the start. Being forced to live the life her father has chosen for her. Her only hope is in Sin City. The story was interesting and sexy. I can't wait to find out what happens to Morgan next. I hope she gets her HEA!

Sin 2:

Everyone knows who Sin is now and she has to hide. I am enjoying this series. Morgan and Shane are obviously attracted to each other, but something is holding him back. I can't to find out more about the back story. I love all the nicknames Sin has for Shane especially Jerkstice. The series is fun and sensual. I can't wait to find out what happens next.

Sin 3:

Sin you go get it girl!!! I loved this installment of SIN. This is such a great series. Morgan ran away to be free only to find out there is someone one else now controlling life. Lucky for her she has to endure this with one hot fighter!! Brooklyn is definitely a friend everyone should be lucky enough to have! "Want me to have him taken care of? I know people." I loved that and that is a true friend. Morgan doesn't take Shane's mood swings lying down. I love it every time she points out to him how he is acting like such a diva lol.  I love Morgan and can't wait to read more.

Sin 4:

It's fight night!! Bond gave me a twist I didn't see coming. Morgan went through so many emotions that night and kept me on the edge of my seat. I am so rooting for Morgan and Shane to have a HEA. Only one more book in the series and I'm so excited, but I know I'm going to miss this amazing against all odds couple!

Sin 5:

Holy Twist!!! I did not see any of this coming. This was such an exciting and entertaining series. Morgan made me laugh so many times and of course Shane just made me swoon! Great job Bond!! 

Sin Part 5 by Casey Bond [SBM Review]

Sin Part 5

Casey Bond

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Sometimes you can see when your world crashes down around you. You realize the magnitude of the event as it’s unfolding. Other times, it isn’t until you see things clearly, in hindsight, that the ugly truth reveals itself. My world imploded. I watched it happen, took part in the events. 

But the truth is that I didn’t realize how much devastation would result from the events that shook me. I didn’t realize that my world touched so many others, that the cataclysm would spread and infect those as well. 

My name is Morgan. I’m totally over last names, just like I’m over Las Vegas and love. 
***Sin is a serial series, each part is sort of like the episodes in a television show and consists of 10,000-20,000 words. The series should be read in order from part one to part five as each part builds upon the last. Mature audiences only, please due to language and adult situations.

Holy Twist!!! I did not see any of this coming. This was such an exciting and entertaining series. Morgan made me laugh so many times and of course Shane just made me swoon! Great job Bond!! 

The Well of Tears by Roberta Trahan [SBM Review]

The Well of Tears

(The Dream Stewards #1)

Roberta Trahan

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More than five hundred years have passed since the legendary age of Camelot and the Stewardry, the magical order charged with protecting the old ways of power and magic, has fallen into decay, disorder, and distrust. 

Now Hywel, a new king promised by prophecy, has come to claim his crown. But as he journeys toward his throne, those preparing the way are besieged by agents of destruction - from within and without. A great evil stirs at Hywel's coming, unleashing a corrupting power intent on his destruction and opening the gates to a hellish army that will sweep across the land and plunge it into an era of terror and darkness. 

As a sorceress born of an ancient bloodline sworn to defend the Stewardry at all costs, Alwen is determined to fulfill her oath. 

Yet when black magic begins claiming those closest to her and traitors plot to steal the Stewardry's source of power, she realizes that the king's survival - and that of all the realms - may require that she sacrifice her own.

The story line is interesting. The world Trahan has created is full of possibilities. The story itself is too slow for me. I wanted more action and less description. It did give me a great understanding of the back story, but would of rather it had moved along faster.