Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite

Collide by Charity Parkerson is the story of two men who find love when they least expected it. Shayne Smith had no idea that his bad day would end with meeting a man who makes his blood sing and his body come alive. His day started by losing his job and when he was going back home, he had an accident. He lost his job as a goalkeeper, but instead he met a hot doctor who totalled his car and swept him off his feet.

Lincoln had no idea that he would desire a man as much as he does Shayne. When he wrecked his car, he had no idea that he would fall for his blue eyes and drool worthy body. There is an instant spark between them, a fire that ignited when their eyes met. However, Lincoln does not feel he has what it takes to make a relationship work. Being a doctor has made him cynical. The walls around his heart are too high, but Shayne is up for the challenge. He will not rest until he has made Lincoln his.

Instant romance is not my thing. I usually do not like romances where people fall in love immediately. But there was something about the way Charity Parkerson wrote the blurb that I could not resist. There is a certain charm to the story and the way the characters were introduced immediately put a lot of excitement into the story from the get go. I liked Shayne and Lincoln together, they are the opposite of each other, and yet they fitted together perfectly. I liked it! A thumbs up for an awesome start to a series.

Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite

Secret Hunger by Satin Russell is the story of Olivia and Mason. After her parents died, Olivia took on the responsibility of both her younger sisters. She raised them and put their futures first. Her dreams and aspirations took a back seat. Now both of her younger sisters are moving out of the house and Olivia finally has time for herself and her future. As a cafe owner and cook, she wants to move forward, but does she have the courage? When someone is stalking Olivia, she finds a savior in Mason. He is a detective in Boston. He may be a savior for Olivia, but he has demons in his closet too. Can these two let their pasts go and move forward?

I loved this sweet, beautifully written romance. This was a great read; I loved reading about Olivia and her struggles to get free. The chemistry between Mason and Olivia was very poignant. When things get tough, Mason is there for her, and the best part is that she lets him in. I really liked that fact. It was written perfectly. The dialogues were very nice and the descriptions were very good, especially the descriptions of winter. Also, I would like to commend the way the author portrayed Olivia’s struggle. Being stalked is no fun, and Russell showed how a person feels when it happens to them in detail. I really liked this novel. I hope there is more in this series; perhaps we will get to see Olivia’s sisters in future books?

Reviewed by Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite

The Para-Portage of Emily, Shadow Seduction Series Book 1 is a romantic paranormal thriller written by Muffy Wilson. Emily Macque is a successful attorney and a partner in her father’s law firm, and she seemed to have it all -- until she was diagnosed with a serious and potentially fatal heart condition. Her father has asked her to handle his recently deceased partner’s probate and legal matters relating to his estate on a remote island in Lake Michigan. It’s the dead of winter, and the lake is filled with ice floes. Emily is not at all comfortable with the idea of taking the car ferry out to the middle of nowhere, but she has Barkley, her Havanese pup, with her for companionship, and she knows getting some rest is crucial for her very survival. When she finally arrives at the island, she’s enchanted by the timeless atmosphere of the place and soon feels a deep connection, as though she belongs there. That feeling intensifies when she actually arrives at Uncle John’s estate.

Muffy Wilson’s romantic paranormal thriller, The Para-Portage of Emily, Shadow Seduction Series Book 1, is an atmospheric and haunting tale about a young woman whose professional successes have been achieved at the cost of her personal life. Wilson’s picturesque descriptions of the island’s natural beauty and community made me long to move there, even if the winter season does sound quite harsh and unforgiving. I especially enjoyed the background story of Colin Jorgenson, the maritime captain who built much of Uncle John’s estate and pined away after the untimely death of his beloved wife. I found it deepened the suspense and mood as Emily finds herself courted in her dreams. This is a highly sensual and erotic story that is not appropriate for young readers nor for those who prefer squeaky-clean romance; however, the sexual interludes are both loving and respectful, and I did not find them at all offensive. While I found the ending a bit abrupt, I’m willing to wait and see what happens in the next book in the series. The Para-Portage of Emily, Shadow Seduction Series Book 1 is highly recommended.

Reviewed by Viga Boland for Readers' Favorite

How do you hook readers on page one, and re-hook them at the end of the story? You write a romantic suspense novel like Solstice by K.W. Keith, and when eager readers turn the last page to read the next chapter, they realize Solstice is just the beginning of a trilogy. How clever!

I was so absorbed in the intricate plot, the mind-blowing but realistic characters of Solana and Raine, the undercurrents of deadly Mafia workings and the hint, on those last few pages, that the all-powerful Raine was about to be taken down, that the unexpected ending of Solstice came as a shock. Incidentally, so did the very sensuous, graphically detailed and explosive sex scenes between Raine and Solana that sometimes lasted for several pages. Readers who enjoy this kind of romantic titillation will get more than their share. Those who don’t shouldn’t select Solstice, but if you don’t, you’ll also miss out on discovering one of the best female authors I’ve read. K.W. Keith is good, very good.

I rarely read romance, but the plot of Solstice looked interesting. Within a few chapters, I was totally caught up in Solana’s quest, as a top journalist for the Times, to get to the bottom of recent Mafia murders. Somewhat reminiscent of that fated attraction in 50 Shades of Grey, as soon as Solana spots the charismatic, handsome Raine at a upscale gala function, she knows, as does the reader, that somehow he is going to seduce her. But who would want to be seduced by a top Mafia man with murder on his mind, including hers? When Raine recognizes that this woman is his intellectual match and could undo all he has worked for, he kidnaps her. Solstice becomes a story of mutual seduction that leaves both principal characters struggling to understand what just happened between them.

K.W. Keith is an expert at making sex scenes come alive. But she is equally skilled at showing what makes people who they are. As Raine and Solana reveal to each other the truth about their families, readers come to understand and like Raine as much as they do Solana. Bit by bit, the tenderness and vulnerabilities beneath the necessarily chilling face that Raine wears is revealed. By the end of Solstice, readers are as worried for Raine’s safety as they are for Solana’s when other powerful and greedy Mafia members plot to use Solana against Raine. Will their plotting bring about his ultimate destruction? Looks like we’ll have to read the second book of the trilogy, Equinox, to find out.

Reviewed by Faridah Nassozi for Readers' Favorite

In Dangerous Liaisons (Royal Command Book 1) by Sarah Stuart, Queen Margaret's Book of Hours was a secret journal written by the queen almost five hundred years ago and passed down to her female descendants through the generations. In the book, the queen recorded her most private memories and secrets, and left instructions for those who would inherit the book "to find love where they may". She did not want them to experience the type of marriage she had had after marrying out of obligation instead of love. This is how Elspeth Cameron came to possess the Book of Hours. Little by little, Elspeth deciphered the book, and it became an important point of reference in her life. In her search for a more fulfilling life, Elspeth, heir to a wealthy estate, met and fell in love with Michael, an aspiring actor still doing odd jobs as he chased his dream. Their chance meeting set the beginning for a family story marred by fame, forbidden passion, and new family secrets all over again.

Dangerous Liaisons (Royal Command Book 1) by Sarah Stuart is a captivating novel depicting a family story that spans centuries, with each part of the story rich in detail, drama and intrigue. It is really impressive how the story navigates through hundreds of years ago to the present and back again without either part taking the focus away from the other. The two angles instead complement each other perfectly to bring to life a gripping and most intricate family drama. Love at first sight, fame, betrayal, forbidden passion and everything in between, this story has it all, and Sarah Stuart blended it flawlessly to produce a well-detailed and compelling read.

Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite

Bad Boys After Dark: Mick by Melissa Foster is a steamy new romance that will leave you wanting more. Amanda Jenner is tired of men who gravitate towards her. They are all boring and there is nothing exciting about her life. She is so ready to shake things up. As a paralegal, she knows how to research. So this is what she does; she researches how you can be sexy, and she wants to test her knowledge at a masquerade bar. But she had no idea what she is doing when she meets a dark and handsome man who turns her life upside down.

Mick is an entertainment attorney with a strong ethos. His private life stays private and his business stays business. Oh, and he does not do relationships. A masquerade bar crawl is the best place for him to find “companionship.” It is anonymous and his chances of meeting that woman again are one in a million. He had no idea that the woman he chose was his employee. And things are not going to end after one night. They crave each other. But is it such a bad idea?

Oh boy, I got my hands on the best romance novel I have read this year so far. Mick is simply awesome. Amanda is the perfect fit for him. They are literally like yin and yang. The characterization was perfect and the storyline was very smooth. The transition from just sex to falling in love was beautiful. And the other brothers seem so very interesting. I can’t wait to read about them!! Very, very good, and the cover is hot without being too provocative.

Reviewed by Tracy A. Fischer for Readers' Favorite

Whew! Can you say steamy? I certainly can after finishing the recently released book by author E.B. Walters, Impulse, the first volume in the Infinitus Billionaire series. Follow the story of the incredibly sexy billionaire Lex Fitzgerald, playboy extraordinaire, but also solid head of his family. When he meets the spunky and gorgeous Jillian Finnegan, things may never be quite the same for him. Meeting his match, both in business and in life, Lex tries to get the lovely woman, who has both a potty mouth and quite an interesting family, to give him what he wants. But for a man who's always gotten what he wanted and easily, he just might find that Jillian is unattainable. And that might make him want her even more.

Hot, hot, hot! That's definitely the way I can describe Impulse. Author E.B. Walters has done a fantastic job in writing a fun, sexy, exciting, funny and very intriguing read that will absolutely keep you turning the pages from start to finish. In fact, the best piece of advice I can give to any reader who picks up this book is to make sure they have enough time to read the whole thing, because once they start it, they simply will not want to put it down. Any reader who enjoys romance with a definite amount of sexiness and steaminess will love Impulse. I am pleased to recommend this book and am very much looking forward to reading another book by E.B. Walters as soon as I can!

Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite

Seaside Embrace: Hunter Lacroux by Melissa Foster is the story of Hunter Lacroux and Jana Garner. Hunter lives his art and the benefits it brings. He loves to make his metal sculptures. They are not easy and he craves the hard work because he knows that when he is done, he will be able to work even harder. It is a good life, but it is not enough, especially when it becomes predictable. When he spends a few nights with Jana, he discovers that it is not enough. He wants more of her and more of everything with her.

Jana Garner lives a hectic life. She likes a challenge as much as any guy and this is why she is a waitress, boxer, actress, and a dancer. This means that she has to manage her crazy schedule, but she is a pro at it. She likes men, but she is not a big fan of commitment. However, she is quickly becoming addicted to Hunter. If she is not careful, she may lose her heart and in return she will only get heartache. He is just getting too close. Hoping to throw him off, she offers him a challenge, expecting him to back right off. But she had no idea that when Hunter wants something, he gets it, no matter how hard he has to try.

Sigh! This novel was so mushy at some points and too hot to handle at other points. The perfect mix. I loved, loved, and loved Hunter. Where can I find a Hunter for me? He fought hard for Jana; he held on tight and did not let her go. And believe me she tried really hard. He is the perfect guy, and their chemistry was simply amazing. I really liked that. This is a definite 5 star novel!

Reviewed by Michelle K. Pickett for Readers' Favorite

Making Her His by Lucy Leroux centers on Alex and Elynn. Alex is a billionaire, heir to his father’s fortune. But when his father remarries, Alex is sure the woman, Mary, is a trophy wife out to steal the business and money his father worked so hard to build, and that Alex now oversees. Added to his vehement dislike of his step mother, there’s a little irritant in the form of her child, his step sister Elynn. Alex found her to be a frumpy, introverted child when they first met. But meeting her again at a breakfast at his father’s home, Alex is shocked by what he sees — a beautiful young woman. The keyword being: young. Much younger than Alex. The book follows Alex and Elynn’s friendship, and their feelings when they admit to themselves they want more. There is an interesting and suspenseful sub-plot centered on Elynn.

Let me start by saying, I fell in love with Alex and Elynn. Their characters were rich and colorful, their relationship poignant. I liked following the progression of their relationship, especially Alex. I was prepared not to like him, in fact, I didn’t at first. But he was as beautiful as he was irritating. I think Leroux did an incredible job of making the characters in Making Her His real and relatable, which is difficult when you write a story centered on billionaires. After all, not many of us can relate to having that kind of money, or the problems that come with it. But Leroux was able to pull it off. Instead of focusing on the money, she was able to draw the reader’s attention to the characters’ relationships, weaving in just enough sexual angst and suspense to keep the reader hooked until the very end.

All in all, Making Her His was a much deeper read than I originally thought it would be. I was pulled in from the first page and immersed in Alex and Elynn’s world, a beautiful place to be, but not entirely without its dark side. While the book is mainly a romance, in my opinion there was enough meat in the suspenseful sub-plot to keep readers engaged. I read Leroux’s Making Her His in one day. I’ve thought about the characters long since I turned the last page. That is a sign of good writing — creating characters so real that a reader believes their lives continue long after they read the last words. Before reading her work, Lucy Leroux was not an author I was familiar with, but she has certainly found a place on my to-be-read list.

Reviewed by Katelyn Hensel for Readers' Favorite

If you're longing for some romancing, Sated by Charity Parkerson is just the thing to heat up these chilly winter nights. Arbor starts her night out in a goth club, looking to be completely sated, and denying anyone she doesn't think can do the job. Killian captivates her from the first moment, but there is something different about him and his band mates, something perhaps unnatural? Killian, along with his band mate Lyric, and eventually a cop named Trey, form a bond with Arbor, one that can take them to the highest of pleasures and to the breaking point of pleasure and pain.

Let's take a look at the three male leads for a minute. To me, Trey was your classic buff body-builder type who is used to getting what he wants. Killian is the sexy, dark and potentially dangerous rocker who is just as likely to kill you (using drugs and other vices) as he is to kiss you. Lyric, on the other hand, was almost more artsy, a bit more gentle, but not by much. All together, these guys are the embodiment of nearly anyone's fantasy (if they are into men) and it's hard to put the book down with such virile masculinity pouring off the pages.

The general feel of Sated is very surreal. It's as if you are in some dark, sexy, rock-god's dream and he won't let you go until he's made you scream - with pleasure or pain, you aren't sure. Charity Parkerson gives you a beautiful, sexy diversion...one that is sure to warm you from the tips of your fingers to the tips of your toes and have you running for a cool shower.