Sword of the Highlands
by Veronica Wolff
Release Date: May 27, 2008
PJ recommends this action packed suspenseful and sensual page-turner about a 21st century NYC workaholic who finds the love of her life and a whole lot more in 17th century Scotland.
The Darkest Kiss
by Gena Showalter.
Release Date:June 1, 2008
Mary Kate recommends it, she says:What happens when the Captain of the Guards for the gods opens Pandora's Box? Very. Bad. Things. They become the Lords of the Underworld, Gena Showalter's dynamic new series. In this, the second entry in the series, Lucien, the leader of the Lords of the Underworld becomes captivated by Anya, the Goddess of Anarchy. One problem, he's been commanded by the king of gods to kill her. Can Lucien risk everything to save his love? The book features incredible settings and smoking hot sexual tension between the hero and heroine. What's not to love?
Lessons From A Courtesan
by Jenna Petersen
Release Date: June 24, 2008
Buffie recommends it, she says: What is a man to do when he sees his wife for the first time since their wedding night, which was a few years ago, and realizes she is the courtesan that has London’s ton buzzing?Take her as his mistress, of course!Jenna Petersen provides another fun, sexy, wonderfully delicious story.Don’t miss it!
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Book Review: Lessons from a Courtesan by Jenna Petersen
Reviewed by Mayra David
4 Stars
There have been women throughout history who have been celebrated as much as they have been reviled. Some have been queens, some revolutionaries, some even saints. And many have been courtesans. The year is 1815. London's rich and aristocratic men have been in an aroused state since the arrival of Ria, an incredibly sensual but elusive woman; a prize courtesan. (Click here to join the discussion.)
Book Review: Into the Shadow by Christina Dodd
Reviewed by PJ Ausdenmore
5 Stars A Recommended Read
Dodd has written an emotionally powerful story that will rip your heart to shreds then bind it back together stronger than before. Such is the power of redemption. Such is the power of love. (Click here to join the discussion.) Christina Dodd will be guest blogging with us on Monday, July 7th.
And the winner is...
Congratulations to Cyclops8 our lucky poster from Tuesday who has won a copy of one of Lorraine Heath's book - winner's choice!
Wednesday's Guest Author - Gena Showalter
Let’s welcome today’s guest blogger Gena Showalter. Gena’s a New York Times bestselling author and writes paranormal, contemporary, young adult and urban fantasy novels. You might know Gena’s Lords of the Underworld series. Her voice is fresh and her ‘worlds’ are dark and inventive. Check out an excerpt of her new release The Darkest Pleasure which releases July 3rd. (Click here to join the discussion.)
The Darkest Pleasure
Book Three in the Lords of the Underworld Series
He can bear any pain but the thought of losing her…
Reyes is a man possessed. Bound by the demon of pain, he is
forbidden to know pleasure. Yet he craves a mortal woman,
Danika Ford, more than breath and will do anything to claim
her—even defy the gods.
Danika is on the run. For months, she’s eluded the Lords of
the Underworld, immortal warriors who won’t rest until she and her family have been destroyed. But her dreams are haunted by Reyes, the warrior whose searing touch she can’t forget. Yet a future together could mean death to all they both hold dear. . .
Tuesday's Guest Author - Lorraine Heath
New York Times best selling author Lorraine Heath has been an auto-buy author for me since her Rogues in Texas Series; so I’m very excited to have her as a guest blogger on Romance Novel TV. Lorraine is talking about Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone.
Lorraine is graciously offering an autographed copy of one of her Avon books, to one lucky poster. (Click here for more.)
In Bed with the Devil
"They call him the Devil Earl—a scoundrel and accused murderer who grew up on the violent London streets. A proper young lady risks more than her reputation when consorting with the roguishly handsome Lucian Langdon, but Lady Catherine Mabry believes she has no choice. To protect those she loves, she would do anything—even strike a bargain with the devil himself."
And the winner is...
Congratulations to Orannia our lucky poster from last week who has won a copy of Jessica Andersen's NightKeepers.
Monday's Guest Author - Jasmine Haynes
Where do Writer's Get Their Ideas?
Romance author Jasmine Haynes writes under three different names and writes three different romantic sub-genres. So if you’re in the mood for romantic suspense or romantic comedy or erotic romance you might want to try Jennifer Skully, JB Skully or Jasmine Haynes. Today Jasmine tells us where she gets the ideas for her books. Jasmine says: "People often ask me how I get my ideas. I think most writers hear that question. And the answer is, they come from absolutely everywhere. I’m never bored standing in line at the grocery store or waiting in the dentist’s office because I watch and listen." (Click here to view the discussion.)
Book Review: Duchess by Night by Eloisa James
Reviewed by Maria Lokken
5 out of 5 stars Harriet the Duchess of Berrow is in need of a change, an escape from the ton, from the sympathetic faces of those that look upon her as the poor widow.She wants desperately to get away from what her life has become since the death of her husband.She decides to go for an extended holiday with her friends Isidore and the Duke of Villiers to the estate of Lord Strange. (Click here to join the discussion.)
Book Review: In Bed with the Devil by Lorraine Heath
Reviewed by Andrea Williamson
4.75 Stars
In Bed with the Devil is a beautiful redemption story. It is darker and grittier than any of Ms. Heath's previous books, but it needs to be to fit the feel of the story. I must say that I was captivated by the secondary characters--Winnie and the rest of Feagan's lads--and wonder which of them will be featured in the next book in this series. This book is another keeper from Lorraine Heath that I highly recommend! (Click here to join the discussion.)
NEWS and some Opinions...
Reality TV School
Yes, in the land of the free and home of the brave you can become anything and you can make money at it. It was just a matter of time before someone created a school to teach you how to be a reality TV star. I've provided the link above, but here's their mission in brief; "to pioneer the development of reality TV training in order for professionals and beginners to take their place as exciting confident, and vibrant real people on any reality TV show.
Where do I begin?!? Train professionals and beginners. You mean there's such a thing as a professional reality TV star? But let's break it down further. Create 'vibrant real people'? Okay. Please. Explain. How does a school of this nature teach you to become a real person? Forgive me, I thought you were a real person just by living and experiencing life? ITYF (please see word of the week) if you're thinking about going to this school, you probably need to be living life a bit more.I most certainly have lots to say on this subject, including my pitch for how to become the top TV watching Reality TV Star and stake your claim among the famous. Stay tuned for my blog and pitch this weekend.
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Romantic Film Rentals
Staff Picks - Pop in a DVD, sit back and enjoy - We LOVE happy endings!
Working Girl (1988)
From shagged out hair, to big shoulder pads, tight mini skirts and waaay to much make-up Melanie Griffith transforms not only her looks, but a way to make it to the top. Yup, it's got the requisite happy ending - and basically, we think, this is one of those lazy rainy afternoon movies accompanied by twizzlers, coke and popcorn you'll really enjoy seeing again.
Starring: Melanie Griffith, Harrison Ford and Sigourney Weaver
The Bodyguard (1992)
Whitney Houston plays a star. Someone's stalking her. She needs a bodyguard, hence the title, and enter Kevin Costner... This was before Whitney got into drugs and her career took a nose dive. It's worth the watch, including the popcorn, and you get to hear the song "I Will Always Love You."
Starring: Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner
You've Got Mail (1998
Cute, cute, cute, and then more cute. Somewhere in the film Tom Hanks has to work on creating a friendship with Meg Ryan before they can 'fall in love'... cute.
Starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan
Let’s welcome today’s guest blogger Gena Showalter. Gena’s a New York Times bestselling author and writes paranormal, contemporary, young adult and urban fantasy novels. You might know Gena’s Lords of the Underworld series. Her voice is fresh and her ‘worlds’ are dark and inventive. Check out an 
New York Times best selling author Lorraine Heath has been an auto-buy author for me since her Rogues in Texas Series; so I’m very excited to have her as a guest blogger on Romance Novel TV. Lorraine is talking about Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone.
