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The Charm Bracelet by Viola Shipman - Review

Synopsis:
 

Lose yourself to the magic of The Charm Bracelet.

Through an heirloom charm bracelet, three women will rediscover the importance of family and a passion for living as each charm changes their lives.

On her birthday each year, Lolly’s mother gave her a charm, along with the advice that there is nothing more important than keeping family memories alive, and so Lolly’s charm bracelet would be a constant reminder of that love.

Now seventy and starting to forget things, Lolly knows time is running out to reconnect with a daughter and granddaughter whose lives have become too busy for Lolly or her family stories.

But when Arden, Lolly’s daughter, receives an unexpected phone call about her mother, she and granddaughter Lauren rush home. Over the course of their visit, Lolly reveals the story behind each charm on her bracelet, and one by one the family stories help Lolly, Arden, and Lauren reconnect in a way that brings each woman closer to finding joy, love, and faith.

A compelling story of three women and a beautiful reminder of the preciousness of family, Viola Shipman's The Charm Bracelet is a keepsake you’ll cherish long after the final page.


My Review:

A mentally stimulating story that pulls you in and doesn’t let go until the very end. 

Everyone in Scoops Michigan loves Lolly Lindsey.  The tourists flock to the resort town to watch her perform her show as Dolly at the ice cream shop.  But what most don’t realize is Lolly is losing her memory.  A call to her workaholic daughter Arden prompts her return home for a visit and check up on her mother.  Lauren, Arden’s daughter, also makes the trip.    

The story flashes back and forth between the past and present day as Lolly tells the story of each charm on her bracelet.  Each has a significant meaning and Arden and Lauren’s lives are changed when they finally give in and listen to what Lolly has to say about living life and learning to take risks to find their true happiness. 

This is one of those books that will stay with you for a long time after you finish reading it.  I can honestly say this is the best book that I have read so far this year.  If you are looking for something incredibly touching and inspirational, you need to read this book. 

 

 

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A Dangerous Bargain by J. S. Scott - Freebie

The first book In The Sentinel Demon Series, a paranormal romance by NY Times and USA Today bestselling author J.S. Scott.

27 year old Kat Larson is haunted by demons. Literally. And how was she to know that there was more than one type of demon? The Evils want to destroy her soul, while billionaire Sentinel demon, Zachary Winston, claims that he wants to protect her. Kat opts for Zach’s protection…but it doesn’t come without a price. It requires a demon bargain…and what he suggests surprises poor Kat almost as much as the fact that demons really do exist. Why would the handsome billionaire want to make such an agreement with a curvy, plain redheaded woman like her?

Billionaire Zachary Winston has a mission and it’s one that he vows to complete. As a Sentinel demon, his task is to protect Kat from the Evils that will corrupt her soul. His only problem is that she is his “radiant,” the one woman who can lighten the darkness of his demon existence and be his eternal mate. Zach has to fight an internal war between man and demon as he protects Kat, not quite sure which one will win. He’s one part demon, one part man, but they both yearn for Kat’s lush, full figured body and kind, compassionate heart. As Zach becomes more and more enchanted with Kat, he’s hoping she can learn to love a lonely man/demon that’s only slightly wicked.

This paranormal romance contains graphic language, steamy love scenes, and lovable alpha males that also happen to be mythological demons.


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Marry Me by Karen Stivali - Review

Synopsis:

When British drummer Ben Davis lost his childhood sweetheart, he vowed to never love again. He immerses himself in his music, which propels him to international stardom and a lavish lifestyle, but has left his heart cold---until he meets creative and sexy clothing designer Julia Jones.

Julia's career may be skyrocketing, but her personal life tanked when her last boyfriend crossed the line from controlling to violent. Certain that romance is not in the cards for her, she focuses on her career. Then devastatingly sexy Ben strolls into her life and his intoxicating charisma is impossible to resist.

Once Julia allows Ben into her bed and her heart, they fall hard and fast. But when Julia's life is endangered, Ben's reaction terrifies her. They both must confront their past demons if they want a chance at a future together.

My Review: 

A bad boy rock star and a clothing designer should make for an unlikely pairing, but together Ben and Julia make the perfect pair in this steamy romance. 

 

Julia Jones wasn’t interested in a relationship after her last one ended in violence.  She never expected the next man she fell for to be a drummer for a rock band known for having a different woman every night.  But she fell for Ben Davis and she fell hard and fast. 

Ben never expected to fall in love again after losing his wife and unborn baby in a tragic car accident.  When he met Julia, he knew she was different from the women he had been meeting lately.  She was the designer for the band’s stage costumes and he was spending a lot of time with her.  The first time Ben joked around with Julia asking her to marry him.  He had no idea he would soon become serious about wanting to marry her.  He will do anything to make Julia his wife. 

If a book could become an addiction, this one would be mine.  I was not ready for it to end.  I wanted more.  I wish it was a full length novel.  The story was very well written.  The characters had a lot of depth to them and worked well together.  The secondary characters made their appearance but didn’t overtake the story.  It was the perfect balance. 

 

Porn Money & Wannabe Mummy by Laura Barnard - Release Day Blitz

 Release Blitz

Porn Money and Wannabe Mummy

Release date: 23rd March

Hosted by Two Ordinary Girls and their Books

What is it about turning thirty that sends rational women into a tailspin?

Suddenly going from having all the time in the world, to cringing at the ticking of her biological clock, Poppy is drowning under the strain of trying to get pregnant.

With a dad in the throes of a mid-life crisis, a crazy mother-in-law and time racing towards Lilly's wedding, will she be able to cope with it all...and give Ryan the baby they so desperately want?

Finally able to inherit her dad's porn money, Jazz can't wait to be rich! She can buy a house in Chelsea, go out partying with her old mates and start living how she deserves.

But with Ollie, Jemima and Meryl each clawing at their own little piece of her happiness, will she have to leave behind those closest to her in exchange for it?

The real question is, can Poppy and Jazz rescue their own lives before everything gets ruined, or will their own stubbornness destroy the lives they've created

Author info

Laura Barnard lives in Hertfordshire, UK and writes romantic comedy or 'chick lit' as its so often described. In her spare time she enjoys drinking her body weight in tea, indulging in cupcakes the size of her face and drooling over hunks like Jamie Dornan, Ryan Gosling and Leo Dicaprio.

She enjoys wearing yoga pants and reading fitness magazines while sitting on the sofa eating chocolate. She's a real fan of the power nap and of course READING!

She writes not to get rich or famous, but because she LOVES writing. Even if one person tells her they enjoyed her book it makes the midnight typing worth it!

http://www.facebook.com/laurabarnardbooks

https://twitter.com/BarnardLaura

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3490836.Laura_Barnard

Buy Links

UK - http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01CO08HW6

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Review: Training the Temp by Melinda Di Lorenzo

Synopsis:

Part-time journalist Beth Styles has been assigned the terrible task of reporting on one of Seattle's most eligible bachelors. All she has to do is get in, get the story, and get out. Everything is going fine, until she opens her big mouth and challenges the man of the hour to a bet. Thank goodness the only thing on the line is her career. And her integrity. Oh, and her hand in marriage...

Real estate mogul Parker Stephenson likes to be in control, and he hates the press, so he'll do anything to keep from ruining his reputation, including taking on this pretty, mouthy journalist. Even if that means promising - in front of thirty witnesses, no less - that he can make her fall in love with him in just 28 days. Too bad he can't seem to take charge of her, the way he takes charge of everything else...


My Review:

The challenge is on.  Who will win?

Parker Stephenson is a private CEO who made the mistake of being caught in camera saying he could make any woman fall in love with him and then train her to be a good wife.  He ruffled a lot of feathers with that statement.

Beth Styles needs an interview with Parker in order to secure a permanent position with Between The Sheets, the magazine that she works for.  She will do anything to get it.

When Beth confronts Parker about his statement and wanting an interview, he gives her an ultimatum.  He tells her that he can have her trained to be his wife in 28 days.  If it doesn't happen, Beth can have her interview.  Beth isn't happy about the arrangement but she goes along with it so she can get the interview.  A lot of things can happen in 28 days, even falling in love.

This book was hard to put down.  It covered a wide range of emotions and I couldn't help but cheer on Beth and Parker as I read their story.  They were perfect for each other but they just needed a big push to realize it.