Full disclosure: I like the Black Dagger Brotherhood (BDB) series. I rarely go for paranormals, but they’re the exception. I’ve wanted to read The Beast for a while, so the RITA Challenge was the perfect reason to finally get to it. Then I remembered that I’d taken a break from the series way back in book #5. Did I mention The Beast is book #14 in the series? That’s right – in a moment of questionable … Continue reading The Beast by J.R. Ward →
I’d never read a J.R. Ward book before. When we were given this ARC at RT, people in the room squealed, and a few (who shall remain nameless) cried a little, and I was like, “…okay, that looks interesting.” And that’s kind of where I am with the whole book. This is not a paranormal, and it’s not really a romance; it’s a Southern soap opera with a bunch of horrible people making horrible choices. … Continue reading The Bourbon Kings by J.R. Ward →
I blogged obliquely about this book two years ago. I am a judgmental douchebag—I admit this up front. But as Sarah noted in her review at Romancenovel.tv: I’M OUTIE? A massive thug says “I’m outie”? No. For the love of everything Alicia Silverstone, no. And this particularly choice turn of phrase always kills me when I look at the first page: “advanced degrees in violent crime.” Pray tell, sirrah: Where, perchance, may I obtain an … Continue reading Dark Lover by J.R. Ward →
Coffee Room, Black Dagger Brotherhood soundstage, 4:00 pm. 15 minute break per union regulations. Marissa: Man, I am beat. Butch: Me, too. This “your angst, my angst” thing is way tiring, you feel me? Marissa: Frankly, I’m a little tired of feeling you. You’re all up my skirt with lust ahoy and then in the next chapter, if it’s not about some blonde baby powder monster man, you’re freaking out about your own worth or … Continue reading Lover Revealed by J.R. Ward →
In this week’s podcast episode, we’re looking at the book reviews for the December 2015 issue of Romantic Times, aka RT Book Reviews. Special and massive thanks to Shannon Stacey for sending me this issue! You can also find all the RTRW content at our category page for Romantic Times Rewind. And, most importantly, if you want to listen and follow along with this entry, we have more detail in the audio, but you can … Continue reading Romantic Times Rewind: December 2015 Reviews →
Audiobook listeners and romance readers! We’re happy to announce AudioFile’s Best of Romance list for audiobook narration. For those who don’t know, AudioFile is a magazine available in print and online that reviews audiobooks. You can also check out the rest of their Best Of categories! Here’s what romances made AudioFile’s list, along with links to their reviews: BOYFRIEND MATERIAL by Alexis Hall, read by Joe Jameson THE TROUBLE WITH HATING YOU by Sajni Patel, … Continue reading AudoFile’s 2020 Best of Romance Audiobooks →
#1 New York Times bestselling author J.R. Ward is heating things up this winter with a holiday novel featuring some of her most iconic Black Dagger Brothers. When Trez lost his beloved to a tragic death (The Shadows, Black Dagger Brotherhood #13), his soul was crushed and his destiny seemed relegated to suffering. But when he meets a mysterious female, he becomes convinced his true love has been reincarnated. Is he right? Or has his … Continue reading Where Winter Finds You →
August is finally here and that means books! We have some new faces here at the site, which equates to even more releases to discuss. Though we hope you enjoy our picks, here are a few more books that you may be looking to read: Ruth Ware has a new creepy mystery: The Turn of the Key . Don’t forget the continuation to R.F. Kuang’s Opium Wars series: The Dragon Republic . Handle with Care by Helena Hunting is out this … Continue reading August’s New Releases →
It’s time to talk about new books and pray that it doesn’t break our book budget! The books listed below are titles that SBTB HQ is super interested in reading, but here are a couple others coming out: Meet Cute by Helena Hunting is a standalone romantic comedy, and it has an adorable cover. J.R. Ward fans are probably anticipating the release of The Savior . Which books are you ready to read this April?
April is here! Happy April Fool’s, by the way! How did you like this year’s joke? A new month is upon us, which means a lot more books will be making it onto our shelves. It seems the month is a bit back heavy (heh) for us at SBTB HQ, but here are a few more titles that you might be aware of: A bunch of women in my book group have been talking about The … Continue reading April’s New Releases →
2018 is here! Is everyone ready for the new year? It’s okay if you aren’t. That what books are for. Just treat yourself, get cozy, and crack those spines! Below are a few books we’re personally excited to read, but we’ve also listed some popular upcoming releases that may (or may not) be on your TBR list. Holly Black begins a new series with The Cruel Prince . Beneath the Sugar Sky by Seanan McGuire is the third … Continue reading January’s New Releases →
