Content warning: Emotional and physical abuse of a child (off-page but discussed by protagonists), alcoholism and resulting neglect of another child (off-page, but discussed by protagonist), character orphaned by the Bali Tsunami Much Ado About You is a contemporary romance in what I can only describe as the wish-fulfilment genre. Evie, fresh off an online dating disappointment, ups sticks and moves from Chicago to the tiny village of Alnster in Northumberland, responding to an ad … Continue reading Much Ado About You by Samantha Young →
Space is the last thing an event planner and an astronaut need in this charming new romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Samantha Young. When event planner Hallie Goodman receives party-inspiration material from the bride of her latest wedding project, the last thing she expects to find in the files are digital videos from Darcy’s ex-boyfriend. Hallie knows it’s wrong to keep watching these personal videos, but this guy is cute, funny, and an astronaut … Continue reading A Cosmic Kind of Love →
The cozy comforts of an English village bookstore open up a world of new possibilities for Evie Starling in this charming new romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Samantha Young. At thirty-three-years old Evangeline Starling’s life in Chicago is missing that special something. And when she’s passed over for promotion at work, Evie realizes she needs to make a change. Some time away to regain perspective might be just the thing. In a burst of … Continue reading Much Ado About You →
A standalone adult paranormal romance from New York Times Bestselling author Samantha Young writing as S. Young. Fionn Mór was once a high king of Ireland; a fierce warrior who led his tribes against the invading fae. It was a war he couldn’t win and to save his family he turned consort for the Fae Queen. Fionn escaped as the thing he once despised, and the people he loved betrayed him for it. Now, centuries … Continue reading Kiss of Vengeance →
This month, we have a very special sponsored Covers and Cocktails! I had so much fun working on these drinks and since there are seven books (seven!) to discuss, I’m just going to get into without much preamble. My inspiration has come from the The Kristen Proby Crossover Collection! Proby has teamed up with 1001 Dark Nights and six other romance authors to create a collection of romances that cross over with her Big Sky … Continue reading Covers & Cocktails: The Kristen Proby Mini-Cocktail Collection →
For fans of Samantha Young and Jodi Ellen Malpas comes a classic romance with a side of sizzling seduction by the bestselling author of Break in Two As art director of Style Magazine in Manhattan, Harper Young’s life is glamorous and fast-paced, just the way she likes it. This small town girl has left her roots – and her painful past – a million miles away . . . until one phone call changes everything. … Continue reading Breaking Clear →
I received this email from Mara awhile back, and have been compiling a list to help her find the books she’s looking for. I’m hoping you have some suggestions: I’m not looking for any particular book this is more of a mini rant plus a distant hope that there might be books out there that would stave off this mini rant. I’ve been reading Maya Banks (specifically books 1 & 2 of the Surrender trilogy) … Continue reading The Rec League: Characters and Therapy →
For being the shortest month of the year, February certainly has some amazing books coming out! Once Upon a Rose Author: Laura Florand Released: 1/26 by Laura Florand Genre: Contemporary romance Series: La Vie en Roses #1 Summary: She stole his roses. Fleeing the spotlight, burnt out rock star Layla—“Belle”—Dubois seeks refuge in the south of France. That old, half-forgotten heritage in a valley of roses seems like a good place to soothe a wounded heart. She certainly doesn’t expect the … Continue reading Hide Your Wallet: February’s New Releases →
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Here is a text transcript of DBSA 96. An Interview with Zoe Archer and Nico Rosso. You can listen to the mp3 here, or you can read on! This podcast transcript was handmade with the highest grade alphabet letters by Garlic Knitter. Many thanks. Here are the books we discuss: [music] Sarah Wendell: Hello, and welcome to another DBSA podcast. I’m Sarah Wendell from Smart Bitches, Trashy Books. Today I am sitting down … Continue reading Podcast Transcript 96: An Interview with Zoe Archer and Nico Rosso →
Here is a text transcript of DBSA 93. An Interview with Kit Rocha, Moira Rogers, Bree, and Donna, Part II. You can listen to the mp3 here, or you can read on! This podcast transcript was made by Garlic Knitter with accuracy and zest. Many thanks. Here are the books we discuss: Sarah Wendell: Hello, and welcome to another DBSA podcast. I’m Sarah Wendell from Smart Bitches, Trashy Books, and with me is Bree … Continue reading Podcast Transcript 93: An Interview with Kit Rocha, Moira Rogers, Bree, and Donna, Part II →
Behold! The second half of our interview with Kit Rocha, Moira Rogers, Donna & Bree (and all of the above), wherein we talk about what books they've read recently, plus we cover Nicholas Cage and other very silly things. Big huge thanks to Ms Bookjunkie for asking for the interview via email – it was tremendous fun, and I hope you enjoyed it, Ms Bookjunkie! Then Sarah answers listener mail about character descriptions, characters with … Continue reading 93. An Interview with Kit Rocha, Moira Rogers, Bree, and Donna, Part II →
