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BOOK REVIEWS, Moldy Oldies- Time Travel & Historical Stories

BOOK REVIEW- Once and Always by Judith McNaught

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Once and Always (Sequels, #1)Once and Always by Judith McNaught

FACT- This is not a book I would normal read however during a recent Q&A with my favorite author Kristin Ashley she mentioned her favorite romance couple of all time was from this series. (Almost Heaven, Sequels #3 to be exact). That’s mighty high praise in my book! Therefore I decided to check out this series starting with this one.

Now fellas, please understand that I really, truly tried to immerse myself in this story. I kept saying to myself “If Kristin Ashley recommends it…it’s gotta be awesome.” Unfortunately I never connected with the characters or setting.

Therefore I’m forced to file this one away in the DNF pile.

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BOOK REVIEW- Drink of Me by Jacquelyn Frank

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Drink of MeDrink of Me by Jacquelyn Frank

CAUTION- WARNING-
It appears that I’m once again on a DNF kick. This book started our intriguing. I was committed to the characters and discovering more about their society and the politics surrounding them.

Reule is the Prime leader of his Sange race. He came into power young when his parents were murdered. Reule has a Pack of brothers who serve with him to protect their people. During a mission to rescue one of their packmates Reule discovers Mystique. Truth be told- the young woman doesn’t remember her name so Reule picked the name Mystique for her. She’s tiny and gorgeous with unique deep red hair and diamond colored eyes.

When she’s discovered, Mystique is suffering from memory loss and isn’t able to remember who she is, where she came from or how to get home. Thus, Reule takes her to his keep and allows her to recover. During her recovery both she and Reule discover their strong attraction for each other. This leaves both the Pack and his Sange people forced to adjust with having a non-Sange as their Prima.

This story and set up has sooooo much potential! Especially considering Mystique bumps into Reule’s former conquests in court. Sadly, as the story progressed it was just too obvious what was going to transpire and I found myself setting down the book and cleaning. Yes, I repeat- I actually chose cleaning the house over reading this book several times.

Alas, I’m 86% complete and can’t find the energy to finish the book.

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BOOK REVIEW- Cross the Line by Julie Johnson

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Cross the Line (Boston Love, #2)Cross the Line by Julie Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am thoroughly enjoying this series! At this point I’m convinced Lila is my spirit animals. Here’s few quotes that I’m half convinced came straight from my brain.

“I’ve had hundreds of boyfriends. So what if they’re fictional? Don’t you dare judge our love.”
“Enough with the sex positions. Why can’t magazines publish an article about reading positions that don’t get uncomfortable after five minutes?”
“There’s a time and a place for stiletto heels. Always and on my feet.”

Nathaniel Knox was a character that really intrigued me in the previous book. I couldn’t be more delighted to spend more time exploring his character in this installment.

My only complaint is that some of the comments made by the characters were unrealistic… considering they were being said by billionaires. I’m not near billionaire status but I do live quite comfortably and even I raised my eyebrows at some of the dialog. For example- in one scene (I tried looking for it and can’t find the exact passage. Sorry!) Basically someone was describing Lila’s future mentioning her husband taking out the garbage once and bragging about it for years even though Lila will be the one to maintain the house on a regular basis. That’s crazy talk. NEITHER of them will be cleaning their house. They’ll have staff for that.

Here’s another example-
“Sunshine, have you been working out?” Chase’s voice is amused. “Last I checked, you couldn’t even break open the paint cans to redecorate the living room.”
REALITY- Billionaires have interior decorators and would NOT be painting the penthouse of their high rise building themselves. I don’t care how “down to earth” the characters are. That just ain’t happening. Especially considering the penthouse ceilings are probably sky high and not accessible without scaffolding and other materials.

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BOOK REVIEW- Not You It’s Me by Julie Johnson

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Not You It's Me (Boston Love, #1)Not You It’s Me by Julie Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m glowing. Odd. It’s not ME who walked away with a happily ever after with a gorgeous billionaire. (Darn) Nevertheless I’m glowing after reading this book. Chase Croft was such an interesting character. A gorgeously, damaged, dynamic package of yum. Gemma is was also beautiful yet damaged – but somehow their broken pieces fit perfectly together. Her loony rants were cute as was Chase’s reactions to them.

I do hope to learn more about Shelby’s character. Shelby is one of Gemma’s best friends who is married to someone who never makes an appearance in the story. I’m wondering if perhaps he’s off doing something nefarious and there will be a story about Shelby. Just being hopeful…

Slight spoiler ahead…

My only complaint is that Gemma forgave her mother’s lies way too easily. IMO her mother’s actions were despicable and selfish.

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BOOK REVIEW- Wray by M.K. Eidem

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Wray (Tornians, #2)Wray by M.K. Eidem
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Second installment of the “Tornians” book series. This one features Wray the all mighty Emperor of their Universe/Galaxy/Solar System??? (Not sure the correct term but understanding where in the galaxy is not as important as the sexiness that is the emperor-extraordinaire.) Yet again in this story I invite you to suspend reality in order to really enjoy this book. Is it cheesy? Admittedly, YES… but in the best way possible.

As I’ve stated earlier Wray is the Emperor for the Tornians- a warrior species of alien. They value strength, valor and honor above all else. The worth of a warrior is of utmost importance to them. Their breed is dying out due to a curse from the Goddess 500 years earlier. Thus- females are rare (1 female for every 200 males) and the more worthy the male- the higher their chances of landing a female. Female Tornians are a rotten group of ladies. Due to their rarity they’ve gotten spoiled, demanding and lazy. These poor desperate males fork over everything they have in the chance of having an heir to continue their bloodline. Insert Kim Teel- a human who was kidnapped and repeatedly raped by other aliens before being rescued by Wray. Kim is everything the Tornian females aren’t. She’s short and curvy (5’5″ and 140lbs), compassionate and warm with fiery red hair. She cares about not only Wray but the warriors who protect her and Wray’s offspring.

Yet again I must gripe that she accepts the reality that aliens exist quite easily. She also becomes pregnant immediately- something that I feel would at least have been a larger discussion for the couple. Knowing that Earth’s females can control conception with birth control and have more of a “say” when and if they conceive. How is it that Kim at such a young age and after such a tramatic event is so quick to accept becoming a mother in an alternate universe? I guess I should remind myself that’s why it’s a fantasy book- but again, things that I questioned while reading the story.

Pick up this book if you’re looking forward to a stress-free, fun, whimsical story. Ciao!

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BOOK REVIEW- Grim by M.K. Eidem

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Grim (Tornians, #1)Grim by M.K. Eidem
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sexy aliens that pamper women, rain orgasms upon them and cater to their every whim? Ummmm, yes please! (Is their a human-alien abduction program I can apply for?!?)

Obviously you have to take a big leap of faith with the plot but once you make that jump you’ll be rewarded. Loved the characters and loved the action! Yes- I felt that Lisa accepted the existence of aliens and their lifestyle WAY, WAY, WAY too easily. But like I stated earlier- there’s definitely a leap of faith required for these types of books. Sexy fun for anyone willing to suspend reality for a few hours and enjoy this colorful story.

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