Hard to Come By (Hard Ink #3) by Laura Kaye - @laurakayeauthor

If you love a fast paced romantic suspense, with lots of action - in more ways than one, then you definitely need to be reading this series.  You can't help but fall in love with all these 'damaged' ex-military men, who are trying to clear their names, and help others out along the way.

I fell for Derek right away.  Besides be a great dirty talker,  he had such a great personality and tried to keep things light.  Even with everything he faced in his past and the things coming at him now, he always seemed to stay positive.  He deserved to find his happiness - and Emilie was perfect for him.  I couldn't help but hope for the best for them, especially when their relationship hit a few bumps.

This is definitely one of my favorite romantic suspense series, it always leaves me wanting more - and I look forward to the next book, as I try and figure out exactly where everything will end up.

Lucky Numbers (TroubleMaker #3) by Kelly Gendron

Let me start by saying that Lucky can tattoo anything he wants on me - and actually he can do anything he wants to and with me any time!!  Yes, another hottie to add to your lists of "best boyfriends ever"!

 

Kaley decides she needs to change her "good girl" image and goes in to get a tattoo - meeting Lucky, the ultimate "bad boy" tattoo artist.  She not only gets the tattoo she wanted, Lucky adds a little something extra that she doesn't know about.  Luckily for both of them - that tattoo will be what brings Lucky back into Kaley's life again.

 

Kaley is shocked to see Lucky again - and realizes he may be just what she needs to finally destroy the perfect image the public seems to have of her.  Luckys is all for helping her out - acting the "bad boy" - he goes above and beyond the call of duty.  Of course, being around each other, these two can't deny the sparks that are flying around between these too - and when they get together - it is HOT!!

 

  

This was a great "never judge a book by it's cover" story. There was so much more to Kaley and Lucky's personality and life than what everyone might have seen from the outside.  I loved watching them get to know each other - and enjoyed having some of the characters from the prior books show up for a bit in this story.  In the end - these two ended up helping each other out in unexpected ways - and having more than they ever could have imagined.

  

 I'm really enjoying this series - and I love how with each book the stories are getting better and better.

 

 

Rumor Has It (Limelight #1) by Elisabeth Grace

 

 

Oh man, I felt so bad for Ellie - seriously, it seems as if "embarrassment" is her middle name lately.  Besides the video that goes viral with her in it, the way she meets Mason for the first time would not be the way most of us want to meet a hot guy!

 

Mason is awesome – he is loving the first time he sees Ellie, although he’s sure it’s just another fan trying to get to him.  He soon realizes Ellie is as she says – and really has no clue that he’s a famous hip-hop artist.  Mason, being the smooth talker he is – convinces her to go on a date, and with his built body and sexy tattoos, there is no way Ellie is turning him down. 

 

Ellie just has to stick to her “ten date” rule and keep in mind that Mason is only in town for a few weeks – as long as she has her “PP’s” on – things should be fine.  For the first date, they are fine, she’s even heeding her rules – but then going out again – she unexpectedly finds out who Mason really is and now she’s not sure about seeing him again – or following any rules.

 

Mason wants to give things a try – he trusts Ellie, which for him trust is a major issue – there are not many people he can trust because of his fame.  For Ellie, she’s used to men not staying in her life – and with Mason only in town for a while, she knows she’s asking for trouble.  Even though Mason is so attentive and caring about her feelings, she feels unworthy of it and questions why he would even be interested in her.

 

There’s so many issues they have to deal with to make their relationship work – and when Mason catches her in a situation – trust is quickly gone…. But, sometimes you can’t believe all the rumors, or even exactly what you see.  I really enjoyed this story and you will definitely root for Ellie and Mason to work things out – and get through all the rumors to the truth.  Looking forward to the next book for sure!

 

 

 

 

Conflicted Love (Needle's Kiss #2) by Lola Stark

 

 

 

 Trip’s life motto is simple: get in, get off, get out. His lifestyle works for him, that is until he finds himself in an unexpected situation with the one girl he can't seem to get out of his mind.

Teeny has been strong for too long. One amazing crazy night, with her best friend's cocky colleague, leaves her with more than just unwanted feelings and cravings she just can’t seem to quench.

She's knocked up.
He's freaked out.

Life is about to get crazy for two people who can't stand to be close, yet can't seem to pull apart. Tension and confusion turn into mood swings and midnight snacks. How can things ever go back to simple times when every direction leads to chaos?

 

 

Teeny is freaking out - she got pregnant after a drunken night with Trip, and she is not sure whether to keep the baby or not.  Teeny's mom battled depression and overdosed when she was only 8, and then her father left her just a year later.  She's never had a family - and now she's living in a small apartment in the bad section of town, barely getting by.

 

Trip lives up to his name - because he is "a trip" for sure!  He's been a player, but he's always had a thing for Teeny, and he might have been shocked at first to find out she's pregnant, but he's willing to do all he can.  He wants more with Teeny and to prove it he starts by unexpectedly showing up at her ultrasound appointment - surprising the heck out of her.  His reaction to what he sees, makes her decision about the baby an easy one.

 

 

 

"We made that.  That's our baby, Princess"  A single tear fell down my cheek as I looked from the screen to Teeny's stomach and back to her face" 

 

Trip decides to show Teeny he's in this for the long haul.  He wants to prove to her that he not only cares and loves the baby - but her too.  Teeny has her doubts, and fights him along the way.  She's trying to protect her own heart, but she knows deep down she loves Trip.  Trip is confident and sure of himself.  He knows Teeny is putting up walls, but he keeps proving himself over and over again - and his sweetness of how he takes care of her during her pregnancy will have you wishing he was your baby's daddy!

 

 

I loved how devoted Trip was, how he never gave up on Teeny.  How he knew what she needed - and persisted and gave her the family she deserved.  There were so many parts in this book that made me laugh out loud too!  To anyone who has ever given birth, Trip in the delivery room will totally have you cracking up with his comments - and then swooning, when he holds his baby for the first time.  I absolutely loved this book - and cannot wait to see what happens when Trip and Mace get a hold of Jude - now that they know he's involved with their sister Haven!

 

 

 

 

Against the Ropes by Sarah Castille
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you want to read a story with a hot alpha mma fighter who is also, sexy, tatted up, rich, protective, likes a little rope, takes care of his friends and girl, has a sense of humor - then this is the book for you. You will fall in love with Max - and root for Makayla and Max as their relationship grows. Makayla is perfect for Max, because she gives it to him back and challenges him at the right times - just like he does to her. I really enjoy Sarah Castille's writing style - and look forward to more of her books. I'm hoping there may be a series started here, because there are a few friends in the book I need to find out more about!!

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Cage by Harper Sloan

Cage by Harper Sloan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Harper Sloan did it again, she knows her hot Alpha men.

He calls her Beauty.......he's her Beast (in the bedroom).

He tells her....."I feel like I just found a piece of myself that has been lost forever. A piece of the puzzle that I didn't even know was missing until you walked into my life."

I thought I loved Axel, but no - I seriously fell head of heels for Greg "G" Cage. He's caring and understanding...but DO NOT mess with him, because he is still a serious badass alpha male. Meli and him are HOT together - he falls hard for her, she's strong and doesn't take crap, not even his. Their relationship isn't without issues, but it also has all the good stuff and more - including an adorable ninja fighter with some great lines. All our favorite characters are included (even Sway!!), making us look forward to the next book. One of my all time favorites for sure!

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Tattered Love by Lola Stark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ARC provided by Lola Stark for honest review.

Loved, loved, loved this story. It had everything I love - a strong female - a hot, alpha, tattooed, pierced, military, muscled stud, who knows how to love - humor, some classic unforgettable funny scenes (oh Mace you can poke me in the eye any time!!) - hot, steamy sex - and supporting characters that leave you craving the next book in the series. You won't be wasting your time reading this book....can't wait to see what plays out in the next book with Teeny and Trip.

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Painted Lines by Brei Betzold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved this book. Wow - my heart broke for Scout and what she went through, and Thayne-let's just say you cannot go by first impressions with him. He's a total keeper. It's not your average love story for sure, but it has motorcycles, fun friends, piercings and tattoos, alpha/marine brother, twisted sad/backstory - but is sure had an unexpectedly perfect ending - you won't regret this read.

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Seize Me by Crystal Spears
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow - this book is definitely one of my all time favs, but just a warning it's not your typical romance - there's a lot of grit, lots of "sensitive" situations - so be prepared - but also be prepared for an awesome story with strong female characters, great relationships, and Braxxon - what to say about that hottie, yeah he's a jerk at times, but he sooooo makes up for it in every other way. We do get to see he has a huge heart. Winter and Brax are just a great couple, fighting through everything imaginable. Can't wait for the next book - please let it be about Pyro... (he's a hottie too!)

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Rule by Jay Crownover
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved this book....loved all the people (except Shaw's family and ex). Even Rule' s mom got on my good side. Everybody just felt real, and Rule, well....he's one of a kind! I suddenly feel the need for some piercings and tattoos. This is a definite favorite!

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Unbeautifully by Madeline Sheehan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved, loved this book - I think even more than the first. This one didn't quite seem as "gritty" as the first, but still had its moments for sure. I think this book also showed that a lot of the guys had some actual "feelings" - not that it was mushy in the least bit. It was good how it wrapped some things up with Eva and Deuce and told some more of the other characters stories. I did love Ripper though - he was awesome with Danny. Cannot wait for the next book!!

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