Sharing Harper Review

Sharing Harper by V. Murphy

First it needs to be said that this book definitely requires an explicit warning for physical and sexual domestic abuse. (Author says she added one to the description) There are scenes that disturbed me greatly but also made me keep reading just to see the survivor make it through. Harper Mae is a definite survivor and this is her story.

Never wanting to get attached to anyone for fear of letting herself be hurt again, 21 year old Harper Mae has become what one would affectionately call a promiscuous girl. She uses men for sex and then tosses them away, only keeping them around long enough to help her erase the pain of her dark past. Until she walks into a coffee shop one day and sees Ryder. The answer to making the pain go away forever, instead of for just a few hours. Little does Harper know, she will do the same for him. 

This book needed a better set of eyes for editing as it had a lot of errors in spelling, grammar, proper word usage and tense that a thorough editor would have caught and corrected. ***Since I read a pre-published ARC these errors may be corrected prior to publication. I am sure this is something that will improve as the author continues to write more books. However, there is absolutely NO  denying the power of this story of love and healing and the errors would NOT have kept me from finishing this book and liking it a lot. I thought it was great and is a definite must read.  I give it four stars. This is one I will remember! <3 Kellie 

Synopsis: A pain too hard to understand.

A struggle too deep to reach.

A love too complicated to work…but too intense to let go.

Harper Mae ran as far away as she could from her abusive past. She went to a different city and numbed her pain by using men, never sleeping with the same guy more than once.

Ryder worked at a coffee shop trying blend in with the rest of the world, desperately trying to live a normal life. After leaving a relationship and losing his family, he vowed never to fall in love again.

Until one day they are unexpectedly drawn to each other unable to let go.

Harper and Ryder’s turbulent relationship, two people who are struggling to find themselves, realize the answer lies within each other.

Secrets, so deep, that both have, end up surfacing causing irrevocable pain.

Will their love be strong enough to survive or will their pain be the downfall to their relationship?

Will Harper open up enough to share her past with Ryder or will he be just another number on her list?

About the Author: 

Hi! I am V. Murphy and I love everything about reading (some may call me a bibliophile). I am a current graduate from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and heading out west to live the California dream while pursuing my masters degree in school counseling at the University of San Diego. You can find me writing in a Panera, small coffeeshop or on campus. When I am not spending my time in school or reading, I love to write, bake and shop. Thank you for taking your time to pick up and read my story. I hope you loved it as much as I have loved writing it for you. If you would like to know more about me and the books in progress, look me up on the ‘net.
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Review of Kelly Harper's Ruined by You

Ruined by You

by Kelly Harper

Holy shit! Yes, I started a review like that! I read this book thinking a happily ever after MUST be right around the corner. Annnnnd it wasn't. It ended on a MAJOR cliffhanger that made me jump up off the bed and say "No she didn't!" and then right after that give her a standing O while I was on my feet. 

Love, love, loved this book. Having page after page of good reviews and just one bad one should tell you that this book is worth a read, as it is just so damn good! The one bad lost her damn mind obviously. 

Haden and Maggie's story is slow to pick up steam but once it does all you wanna do is push them together and make them stay there. Both of them ending up in the same small Texas town leaving behind the scars and disappointments of the past is F-A-T-E and who doesn't love a good ole fashioned meant to be? 

Please read this- you will love it. If you hate a cliffhanger though, wait until July 25th and read them both together. 

Five stars for this one, for sure. <3 Kellie 

Find Kelly here: 

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Review of Belong to You & Made for You by Vi Keeland

Belong to You

by Vi Keeland 

First of all, Vi sent me this book months ago and with all of the craziness of blog tours, starting new projects and helping to BETA read, I did not get to read this until yesterday and am kicking myself now for missing out on one of the best books I have ever read, and a great book boyfriend in Jack Cole. 

I loved this book from the very start. Sienna and Sydney's friendship is insanely hilarious and Sienna is probably THE funniest female character I have ever read in a book- I loved her enormously. The fact that she will say and do ANYTHING and not care what anyone thinks was great entertainment in this book.

I also loved Sydney and the fact that she was not a weak female character but she let her man be the man and at the same time established herself in her own right. Jack could be overprotective and controlling at times but she always looked at the benefit to her for his behavior and never came off as a victim when she acquiesced to any of his demands. 

Jack was definitely smoking hot- green eyed, muscular, tanned, coy grin with perfect teeth and lips that you want to run your tongue over. Loved him and his ability to know what Sydney thought, felt and needed without her speaking a word, because, as he said, it was important to him so he paid attention. LOVED him! 

This was a great read- took less than four hours from start to finish to complete and I highly recommend it to everyone that likes a great story- five stars for sure. <3 Kellie 

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17458478-belong-to-you?ac=1

Made for You

by Vi Keeland

Conclusion to the Cole Series by Vi Keeland and an excellent tie up for this fabulous story. It flowed straight from book one without missing a beat and continued the great romance between Jack and Syd and Sydney and Sienna's friendship was just as strong and crazy as book one. This book gave you more intro into other people in their lives- parents, friends from the past, and allowed some insight into who they are as people outside the little bubble of the two of them. 

This book was also a quick read- less than four hours, and I was happy with the way that it ended but at the same time sad to say goodbye to Jack and Sydney. 

I really enjoyed both of these books and felt Vi's ability to convey a passionate story but at the same time give us laughs and tears for the happy and the sad and not just the hot sex that this story contains was tremendous. I look forward to much more from Vi in the future. I also gave this book five stars. <3 Kellie 

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17734656-made-for-you?ac=1

About the Author: Vi Keeland is a native New Yorker with six uniquely insane siblings. She has three children of her own that occupy most of her free time, which she complains about often, but wouldn't change for the world. She is a bookworm and has been known to read her kindle at stop lights, while styling her hair, cleaning, walking, during sporting events, and frequently while pretending to work.

She is a boring attorney by day, and an exciting smut author by night! After years of thinking about writing her own book, she finally took the leap in 2012. Her most recent book, Belong to You, was published in April 2013 and hit number 8 in the Amazon Erotica Best Seller's list in its first five days! 

Made for You is 99 cents to celebrate the release of Belong to You! Here are the links to buy right now! 

Belong to You Amazon US: http://www.amazon.com/Belong-You-Cole-Novel-Book/dp/1482692163/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1372650922&sr=1-1&keywords=made+for+you

Belong to You Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belong-You-Cole-Novel-ebook/dp/B00BUTCXLE/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1372650973&sr=1-1&keywords=made+for+you

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A Lucky Second Chance 

by Nickie Seidler

This was not an easy read for me at first. I found myself bogged down a lot of the time by very wordy text and an overly descriptive storyline. Lucky for me I gave it a "second chance" and kept going. It was worth the rocky beginning. 

The character of Emma is hard to like sometimes because she is so very insecure and suspicious of people and their motives- she is very emotional and at some times even whiny. Once you stop and realize that she is SUPPOSED to be this way, as a domestic abuse victim, you realize the brilliance in making her character hard to like- she is hard to like herself also. Part of the reason the story is so worth sticking with is you get to see Emma evolve and find out how to love and trust again- not only others but herself as well. She is definitely stronger at the end than she was in the start.

Nate is her rescuer, protector and "Mr. Wonderful" and you will easily fall in love with him and stay there. He has a couple of asshole moments where you will poke your tongue at him but for the most part his only reason for everything is making Emma happy because he loves her so much. 

This entire book takes place over the course of one year, but so much happens with these two people and those in their respective families that you will wonder how they make it through so much in so short a period. It is definitely not ever boring. Lol!

Overall, I commend Nickie for her great storytelling ability and have already told her how much I love her as the great person she is. Where this book may have needed work in better dialogue at times and could have used more editing, it was a terrific first effort and definitely worth a read! I bet her next book will be even better <3 Kellie 

About the Author:

Born and raised in the Chicago-land area, Nickie Seidler is a up and coming young author. Her new-found dream of being a writer has led to the completion of her first book "A Lucky Second Chance". 

Nickie is married, and when not writing, enjoys cooking new recipes for them to try, water aerobics, car racing and spending quality time with family and friends. 

She is currently writing her second book to be released early 2014.

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TIE ME

By Olivia Cunning

Are you getting a clue as to how much I ADORE Olivia Cunning?  That woman can write a rockstar like no other.  I seriously had just been telling my friends at book club meeting how I had lost my mojo.  I couldn't seem to read anything and enjoy it.  Burnout?  Maybe.  It was disheartening considering reading has always been my thing since I was little.  Last night, I finally loaded Tie Me into Kindle.  OH. MY. GOD.  Olivia Cunning saved me!

Tie Me is the 5th installment of her One Night with Sole Regret series.  Honestly, until Kellen, I had considered Sole Regret to be pale imitators of my beloved Sinners.  While I am not happy with what a pussy Kellen is about his dead girlfriend, I was taken away by the HOT HOT HOT (you get the idea it was SMOKING HOT) monkey love between Dawn and Kellen.  I see them being very good for each other.  I can see a lot of opportunity for the characters to grow and develop.  

Kellen is completely wrecked over death of his girlfriend.  The girl seems like a real piece of work -- made all these stupid "rules" for him when he was obviously a great guy who just wanted to make her happy.  He gave her EVERYTHING while she just limited him.  ANYWAY, he was trying to put her memory to rest and he heard beautiful piano music coming from window next door.......

Dawn is a Grammy winning pianist. She understands a part of Kellen that Sarah never could -- his music. The music brings them together, then they make music together.  

I really recommend this read.  Olivia Cunning never disappoints!  ***ANN***

In A Heartbeat by Hilary Storm

This is a fabulous book from page one. I absolutely fell immediately in love with the intensity of the passion between Talon and Eavan and was hooked right away.

This is not your typical love story but the way that Eavan was able to look directly into the soul of Talon and see him without having to say a word? I loved it! 

Rock stars, tattoos, bad boys and lots of drama and hotness- this book was right up my alley and I think you will love it just as much as I did. As for Talon's twin brother, Taron? Stay away from that guy- he is a panty stealer. ;) <3 Kellie 

Author BIO

Hilary Storm lives with her high school sweetheart and three children in Enid, Oklahoma. She drives her husband crazy talking about book characters everyday like they are real people. She graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University with an MBA in Accounting and has a full time job as an accountant. Her passions include being a mom, writing, reading, photography, music, mocha coffee, and spending time with friends and family. She is the author of the 'Rebel Walking' Series. Book One: 'In a Heartbeat' is due to release in June.

In a Heartbeat (Rebel Walking #1)

Eaven Bennett is a college student with a passion for photography. She has high hopes of completing college and starting a new life as she moves away from her hometown with her best friend, Ivy Adams. Her last boyfriend ruined any chance of her trusting ever again.

Talon Walker is the dark and intriguing drummer for the up and coming band ‘Rebel Walking’. A tragedy in his past has left him empty with no desire for a relationship. That is until he meets Eaven.

One minute your heart is filled with love, the next your entire life comes crashing down. Everything can change in a heartbeat. Can Eaven and Talon overcome the obstacles in their way and find love?

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Ambrosia by Erin Noelle

Ambrosia is Book #2 in Erin Noelle's Book Boyfriend Series, with Metamorphosis being the freshman novel released last year. It centers around three main characters, Scarlett, Mason and Ash. Here is the review done by our Admin on My Fictional Boyfriend and Book Whore Page, Amy Davies. 

Blurb

After coming to terms with the tragedy that rocked her world, Scarlett MacGregor has returned to try to pick up the pieces of the broken relationships that she left behind.

Ash and Mason were left devastated and heartbroken following Scarlett’s sudden, unannounced departure. They are both ready and willing to forgive her and welcome her back into their lives with open arms.

However, a lot can happen in 8 months…

Scarlett must learn to overcome the obstacles thrown in her path to prevent the past from repeating itself.

Can she learn to fly with her own wings and discover the secret to eternal love?

Playlist link:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-MGjI6Smw-LMlZoaExCSVNjcjA/edit?usp=sharing

Character Fun Facts:

SCARLETT

*Plays both piano & guitar

*Born & raised in San Antonio, currently attending Rice University in Houston, major- undecided

*Unconsciously incorporates the color pink in every outfit

*Chocolate-aholic

*Collects flip-flops in every color

MASON

*He and his brother Marcus grew up with their grandparents in Houston

*Loves to cook

*Favorite shoes: Chucks

*Piercings: lip, nipples, ears

*Dips French fries in sweet chili sauce

ASH

*Would illustrate children’s books if he wasn’t studying astrophysics

*owns over 10 pairs of the same khaki cargo shorts… same brand & all

*scratch golfer when he was in high school

*sister nicknamed him “Assy” when he was a kid

*Straight A student K-undergrad