An Impossible Attraction (Hqn) [Mass Market Paperback]

I've finished "An Impossible Attraction" a book in her de Warenne series by Brenda Joyce.

Product Description

With her mother's passing, Alexandra Bolton gave up on love to take care of her family. Now, with the Bolton name in disgrace due to her father's profligate ways, marrying an elderly squire might be the only way to save her family from absolute ruin. But when she meets the infamous Duke of Clarewood, old dreams —and old passions — are awakened as never before. Yet she cannot accept his shocking proposition!

He is the wealthiest, most powerful peer in the realm, and having witnessed the cold horror of marriage as a child, he has vowed never to wed. But Alexandra Bolton inflames him as no woman has ever done, and she also serves him his first rejection! Now Clarewood — who always gets what he wants — will choose which rules to play by. But when passion finally brings them together, a terrible secret threatens to tear them apart….

Product Details

Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: HQN Books (February 23, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0373774605
ISBN-13: 978-0373774609

My Review:

I really enjoyed reading this latest book in her de Warenne novels series!

Alexandra Bolton is a great heroine because she promised her mom she would take care of the family (her two younger sisters and father who's a drunk), she worked late at night and didn't get much sleep mending people's clothes.
5/5

Waiting on Wednesday Meme (Aug 4) - 2010

Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection are:

Veil of Night: A Novel [Hardcover]

Product Description

Jaclyn Wilde is a wedding planner who loves her job — usually. But helping Carrie Edwards with her Big Day has been an unrelenting nightmare. Carrie is a bridezilla of mythic nastiness, a diva whose tantrums are just about as crazy as her demands. But the unpleasant task at hand turns seriously criminal when Carrie is brutally murdered and everyone involved with the ceremony is accusing one another of doing the deed.

The problem is, most everyone — from the cake maker and the florist to the wedding-gown retailer and the bridesmaids’ dressmaker — had his or her own reason for wanting the bride dead, including Jaclyn. And while those who felt Carrie’s wrath are now smiling at her demise, Jaclyn refuses to celebrate tragedy, especially since she finds herself in the shadow of suspicion.

Assigned to the case, Detective Eric Wilder finds that there’s too much evidence pointing toward too many suspects. Compounding his problems is Jaclyn, with whom he shared one deeply passionate night before Carrie’s death. Being a prime suspect means that Jaclyn is hands-off just when Eric would rather be hands-on. As the heat intensifies between Eric and Jaclyn, a cold-blooded murderer moves dangerously close. And this time the target is not a bride but one particularly irresistible wedding planner, unaware of a killer’s vow.

Product Details

Hardcover: 352 pages
Publisher: Ballantine Books (August 10, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0345506898
ISBN-13: 978-0345506894

Tough Customer: A Novel [Hardcover]

Product Description

Colleagues, friends, and lovers know Dodge Hanley as a private investigator who doesn’t let rules get in his way — in his private life as well as his professional one. If he breaks a heart, or bends the law in order to catch a criminal, he does so without hesitation or apology.That’s why he’s the first person Caroline King—who after a thirty-year separation continues to haunt his dreams—asks for help when a deranged stalker attempts to murder their daughter . . . the daughter Dodge has never met. He has a whole bagful of grudging excuses for wishing to ignore Caroline’s call, and one compelling reason to drop everything and fly down to Texas: guilt.Dodge’s mind may be a haze of disturbing memories and bad decisions, but he arrives in Houston knowing with perfect clarity that his daughter, Berry, is in danger. She has become the object of desire of a co-worker, a madman and genius with a penchant for puzzles and games who has spent the past year making Berry’s life hell, and who now has vowed to kill her.Dodge joins forces with local deputy sheriff Ski Nyland, but the alarming situation goes from bad to worse when the stalker begins to claim other victims and leaves an ominous trail of clues as he lethally works his way toward Berry. Sensing the killer drawing nearer, Dodge, who’s survived vicious criminals and his own self-destructive impulses, realizes that this time he’s in for the fight of his life.

From acclaimed best-selling author Sandra Brown, Tough Customer is a heart-pounding tale about obsession and murder, the fragile nature of relationships, and, possibly, second chances.

Product Details
Hardcover: 400 pages
Publisher: Simon & Schuster (August 10, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1416563105
ISBN-13: 978-1416563105

The Postcard Killers [Hardcover]

Product Description

Paris is stunning in the summer

NYPD detective Jacob Kanon is on a tour of Europe's most gorgeous cities. But the sights aren't what draw him -- he sees each museum, each cathedral, and each cafe through the eyes of his daughter's killer.

The killing is simply marvelous

Kanon's daughter, Kimmy, and her boyfriend were murdered while on vacation in Rome. Since then, young couples in Paris, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, and Stockholm have been found dead. Little connects the murders, other than a postcard to the local newspaper that precedes each new victim.

Wish you were here

Now Kanon teams up with the Swedish reporter, Dessie Larsson, who has just received a postcard in Stockholm -- and they think they know where the next victims will be. With relentless logic and unstoppable action, The Postcard Killers may be James Patterson's most vivid and compelling thriller yet.

Product Details

Hardcover: 432 pages
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company (August 16, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0316089516
ISBN-13: 978-0316089517

The Search [Hardcover]

I've finished "The Search" by Nora Roberts.

Product Description

The #1 New York Times-bestselling author presents a riveting novel where a canine search and rescue volunteer fights danger and finds love in the Pacific Northwest wilderness.

To most people, Fiona Bristow seems to have an idyllic life-a quaint house on an island off Seattle's coast, a thriving dog-training school, and a challenging volunteer job performing canine search and rescues. Not to mention her three intensely loyal Labs. But Fiona got to this point by surviving a nightmare...

Several years ago, Fiona was the only survivor of the Red Scarf serial killer, who shot and killed Fiona's cop fiancé and his K-9 partner.

On Orcas Island, Fiona found the peace and solitude she needed to rebuild her life. But all that changes on the day Simon Doyle barrels up her drive, desperate for her help. He's the reluctant owner of an out-of-control puppy, foisted upon him by his mother. Jaws has eaten through Simon's house, and he's at his wit's end.

To Fiona, Jaws is nothing she can't handle. Simon, however, is another matter. A newcomer to Orcas, he's a rugged and in-tensely private artist, known for the exquisite furniture he creates from wood. Simon never wanted a puppy-and he most definitely doesn't want a woman. Besides, the lanky redhead is not his type. But tell that to his hormones.

As Fiona embarks on training Jaws, and Simon begins to appreciate both dog and trainer, the past tears back into Fiona's life. A copycat killer has emerged out of the shadows, a man whose bloodlust has been channeled by a master with one motive: to reclaim the woman who slipped out of his hands...

Product Details

Hardcover: 496 pages
Publisher: Putnam Adult; First Edition first Printing edition (July 6, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0399156577
ISBN-13: 978-0399156571

My Review:

Storyline: I really enjoyed the storyline because I'm a huge animal lover and I'm interested in finding out what Canine Search and Rescue teams do.  Loved the interaction with Jaws the out of control puppy and how smart he is and the knack he has to become a great Search and Rescue dog.

Characters:  Fiona is a great character because after her tragic event she became strong, powerful and didn't let it bring her down.  She loves her dogs and the people in her life!  Simon is also a great character because he's anti-social, swears alot and rude, messy and doesn't really care what people think of him!

Romance: I loved the romance between Fiona and Simon because it was well written, they are total opposites of each other but they are what they exactly needed!  You can really see the chemistry and heat between them even though Simon keeps saying "she's not his type!"

Killer:  The original killer doesn't like his kills to be messy, he's well organized, smart, etc.  The copycat killer really gets into his kills, he's deranged and loves to hurt women!

5/5

Thanks Browyn from Penguin Canada for sending me this book to review on my blog, greatly appreciated!

In the Mail (Aug 3)

I received this ARC in the mail today for review (sent by Hachette Books), thanks Anna!

Desperate Deeds [Mass Market Paperback]
 
Product Description

As the demolitions expert for A-Tac, a black-ops CIA unit masquerading as Ivy League faculty, Tyler Hanson has two great loves: literature and explosives. She lives by the motto "Duty First" and doesn't have time for personal attachments . . . until a steamy one-night stand turns into a professional partnership.

BURNED BY BETRAYAL

When Tyler meets Owen Wakefield, a handsome British operative, she seduces him with no intention of ever seeing him again. But then the sexy Brit is brought into A-Tac, and despite Tyler's efforts to keep her distance, she finds herself falling for him. Trusting him.

Owen seems too good to be true - and he is. He's hiding his true motives and identity, and no matter how he feels about Tyler, he can't keep her secrets. One of A-Tac's members has turned traitor and helped terrorists to hijack a shipment of nuclear weapons. As witnesses start dying and evidence starts disappearing, Owen and Tyler must race to find the mole - and prevent a final, cataclysmic act of destruction.

Product Details

Mass Market Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: Forever (August 2, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0446542024
ISBN-13: 978-0446542029

New Releases (Aug 3)

Hot Finish (Fast Track) [Paperback]


Product Description

Desire is about to reach its peak!

Suzanne Jefferson is broke, which is why she's given up charity work for wedding planning. Fortunately, she has a high-profile client-and best of all, he's paid in advance. There are just two teensy problems: the bride is a bona fide bridezilla, and Suzanne's stock racer ex- husband is the best man. At least she though he was her ex-husband...

Product Details
Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Berkley (August 3, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425235947
ISBN-13: 978-0425235942

Death's Excellent Vacation [Hardcover]

Product Description

The editors of Wolfsbane and Mistletoe and Many Bloody Returns deliver a new collection-including a never-before-published Sookie Stackhouse story.

New York Times bestselling authors Charlaine Harris, Katie MacAlister, Jeaniene Frost-plus Lilith Saintcrow, Jeff Abbott, and more-send postcards from the edge of the paranormal world to fans who devoured Wolfsbane and Mistletoe and Many Bloody Returns.

With an all-new Sookie Stackhouse story and twelve other original tales, editors Charlaine Harris and Toni L. P. Kelner bring together a stellar collection of tour guides who offer vacations that are frightening, funny, and touching for the fanged, the furry, the demonic, and the grotesque. Learn why it really can be an endless summer-for immortals.
Product Details

Hardcover: 352 pages
Publisher: Ace Hardcover; 1 edition (August 3, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0441018688
ISBN-13: 978-0441018680

Heart Journey [Paperback]


Product Description

New in the award-winning series of futuristic romance, fantasy, and sensual adventure.

Helena, a renowned cartographer, is exploring Celta when she finds out she has a HeartMate. Yearning for a partner, she is drawn to meet him.

Actor Raz Cherry is dedicated to his career. Uninterested in long-term commitments, he ignores an oracle that foretells of his HeartMate.

Though passion ignites, their lifestyles clash. Only when mysterious thefts threaten their families can they overcome the obstacles on their journey to love.

Product Details
Paperback: 368 pages
Publisher: Berkley Trade; 1 edition (August 3, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425234541
ISBN-13: 978-0425234549

Seduced by the Wolf [Mass Market Paperback]

Product Description


His first priority is to protect his pack...

Werewolf pack leader Leidolf Wildhaven has just taken over a demoralized pack. With rogue wolves on the loose causing havoc and the authorities from the zoo suddenly zeroing in on the local wolf population, the last thing he needs in his territory is a do-gooder female, no matter how beautiful and enticing she is...

She'll do anything to help wolves...

Biologist Cassie Roux has dedicated her life to protecting wolves in the wild. On a desperate mission to help a she-wolf with newborn pups, the last thing Cassie needs right now is a nosy and entirely too attractive werewolf pack leader trying to track her down...

With rogue wolves and hunters threatening at every turn, Cassie and Leidolf may find their attraction the most dangerous force of all...

Black Bird, Vol. 5 [Paperback]

Product Description


R to L (Japanese Style)

He loves her blood, but does her love her?!

There is a world of myth and magic that intersects ours, and only a special few can see it. Misao Harada is one such person, and she wants nothing to do with magical realms. She just wants to have a normal high school life and maybe get a boyfriend. But she is the bride of demon prophecy, and her blood grants incredible powers, her flesh immortality. Now the demon realm is fighting over the right to her hand...or her life!

Misao thinks she's come to terms with being the bride of prophecy and dating a tengu lord, but is she ready to bear her handsome demon an heir?! Kyo's grandfather is impatient to secure the power of the prophecy and the line of succession, and he doesn't care which of his grandsons fathers Misao's baby. If Kyo doesn't act fast, he'll lose Misao and the leadership of the clan. But despite his desire for Misao, Kyo is hesitant to consummate their relationship, for that will bring about catastrophe...

Product Details

Paperback: 200 pages
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC; Original edition (August 3, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1421527685
ISBN-13: 978-1421527680

 

Otomen, Vol. 7 [Paperback]

Product Description



Reads R to L (Japanese Style)

Having Girly Hobbies Doesn't Make You Less Manly!

Asuka's friend Juta needs to keep his identity as renowned shojo author Jewel Sachihana a secret, so why is he agreeing to do an autograph session?! The answer may lie with a letter from a certain fan...

Product Details

Reading level: Young Adult
Paperback: 200 pages
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC; Original edition (August 3, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1421532360
ISBN-13: 978-1421532363

In the Mail (July 26)

I received this in the mail last Monday (won from Book Mark Your Thoughts), thanks Natasha!

Lover Mine: A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood [Hardcover]

Product Description

The hot new novel in the Black Dagger Brotherhood by the #1 New York Times bestselling author

John Matthew has come a long way since he was found living among humans, his vampire nature unknown. Taken in by The Brotherhood, no one could guess what his true history was-or his true identity.

Xhex has long steeled herself against the attraction to John Matthew. Until fate intervenes and she discovers that love, like destiny, is inevitable.

Product Details

Hardcover: 528 pages
Publisher: NAL Hardcover; 1st edition (April 27, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0451229851
ISBN-13: 978-0451229854

It's Monday! What Are You Reading? (Aug 2)

What Are You Reading is a weekly Monday Meme that is hosted by Sheila from One Persons Journey here:
http://bookjourney.wordpress.com/

Post the books you read last week, book currently being read and books you plan on finishing this week.

Last week I read:

1. Never Cry Werewolf - L.A. Banks
2. Deadly Fear - Cynthia Eden
3. The Fire Lord's Lover - Kathryne Kennedy
4. The Search - Nora Roberts

I’m currently reading:

1. An Impossible Attraction - Brenda Joyce

Books I’m planning on reading this week:

1. Blood Born - Linda Howard
2. The Perfect Liar - Brenda Novak
3. Eight Days to Live - Iris Johansen

Here's the link:

http://bookjourney.wordpress.com/2010/08/01/its-monday-what-are-you-reading-47

The Fire Lord's Lover (The Elven Lords) [Mass Market Paperback]

I've finished "The Fire Lord's Lover" by Kathryne Kennedy.

Product Description

If his powers are discovered, his father will destroy him...

In a magical land ruled by ruthless Elven lords, the Fire Lord's son Dominic Raikes plays a deadly game to conceal his growing might from his malevolent father-until his arranged bride awakens in him passions he thought he had buried forever...

Unless his fiancée kills him first...

Lady Cassandra has been raised in outward purity and innocence, while secretly being trained as an assassin. Her mission is to bring down the Elven Lord and his champion son. But when she gets to court she discovers that nothing is what it seems, least of all the man she married...

Then Dominic and Cassandra together uncover an unspeakable evil, one that threatens the destruction of the magical realm they would give their souls to save...

My Review:

Dominic is the half Elf and half human bastard of the evil Fire Lord Mor’ded the leader of Firehame in London.  He is used as a general by his father who tortures him by using his weaknesses.  Dominic is a hard ass because he has learnt that love and friendship is dangerous to ones he loves.  He uses this as means to protect himself until he meets his bride Lady Cassandra (who melts his heart).

Lady Cassandra is an assassin sent to kill the Fird Lord and his bastard son by coming and marry Dominic in an arranged marriage (she is part of the rebellion).  I admire her courage, strength and pride when she stands against the court who mocks her.

I really enjoyed the romance between Dominic and Cassandra because he's a hard ass who melts under her touch!

4/5

Thanks Danielle from Sourcebooks for sending this ARC for review, greatly appreciated!

Library Haul (Aug 1 - 7)

Here's the list of books I picked up from the library this week:

Hardcover:

1.   Eight Days to Live - Iris Johansen
2.   Black Hills - Nora Roberts

Manga:

1.  Vampire Knight Vols. 1 - 4
2.  Crown Vols. 1 - 2

What books/manga did you pick up from the library this week?

August Releases

1st
Swept Aside - Sharon Sala
Deadly Fear - Cynthia Eden
Deadly Deeds - Dee Davis
Hero - Cheryl Brooks

3rd
Death's Excellent Vacation - Charlaine Harris
No Mercy (Dark-Hunter Novels) - Sherrilyn Kenyon
Waking the Witch - Kelley Armstrong
Hot Finish - Erin McCarthy
Black Bird Vol. 5 - Kanoko Sakurakoji
Otomen Vol. 7 - Aya Kanno
Seduced by the Wolf - Terry Spear
Heart Journey - Robin D. Owens

9th
Alex Cross's Trial - James Patterson (pp)

10th
Veil of Night - Linda Howard
Tough Customer - Sandra Brown

16th
The Postcard Killers - James Patterson

17th
Don't Cry - Beverly Barton

24th
Sin Undone - Larissa Ione
The Perfect Shot - Gemma Halliday

28th
Dawn and Darkness - L.A. Banks

30th
Siren's Call - Devyn Quinn

31st
Dark Peril - Christine Feehan
Unraveled - Gena Showalter
Born to Bite - Lynsay Sands
Just One Taste - Louisa Edwards
Primal Instincts - Susan Sizemore
Ghost Moon - Heather Graham
The Mists of Time - Susan Squires