Please Do Not Come Home to Me - Come Home to Me: Review

dear readers,

This blog post was really hard for me to write.  In fact, it took me a few days after reading the book to even sit down to rate it.

(I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review).  


COME HOME TO ME 
(Book 6: WHISKEY CREEK)
written by Brenda Novak
genre: contemporary romance, fiction 

3 STARS

Presley Christensen has returned to Whiskey Creek with her 18-month old son, Wyatt.  Presley and her sister, Cheyenne, try and keep Wyatt away from Aaron as he might suspect Wyatt is really his son. As she opens a new business and sets up a home for her and her son she is pursued by Riley, a well-respected man wanting a relationship, and Aaron, her ex, who is not sure what he wants in the future but wants Presley right now. But will his feelings change when he discovers the truth about Wyatt? And, how will this secret affect Cheyenne and her husband, Dylan who is Aaron's brother and also in the dark?

As you know I am a big fan of Brenda Novak's books and love the Whiskey Creek series so it killed me to rate it only three stars.  I rounded up from 2.5 just because of Novak's writing skills and that I was able to get through the book.  What didn't work was that Cheyenne, a heroine from a earlier book had a personality transplant for the worse.  Without giving away any plot details I found that Cheyenne's decisions in this novel were not only bad but ridiculous.  The baby issues this novel were straight from daytime television and no one seemed to have any common sense.

The ending of a Whiskey Creek novel usually leaves me counting down to the next book and this time I am actually okay with waiting and do not know if I will put it as a priority read.  I feel so bad for Dylan, Cheyenne's husband, that I almost hope there will be a future novel where he will find a woman who deserves that love he has.  I am also not looking forward to Eve finding love as she also seems step on another woman's heart to try and get a man.  And, the storyline with Dylan's father makes me cringe for the Amos boys.

I will still continue with the next book in Whiskey Creek because I do want to see where Novak takes us next.

love,
kris

Review: Dating, Dining and Desperation

dear readers,

I read Lock, Stock and Over a Barrel last month (http://mynoveladdiction.blogspot.ca/2014/02/review-lock-stock-and-over-barrel.html)and just finished the follow-up book...

(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).

DATING, DINING AND DESPERATION
(Book 2: Dear Daphne)
written by Melody Carlson
genre: contemporary fiction, christian fiction, romance


3 STARS 

Daphne is still looking for a husband in order to fulfill her Aunt's condition of her inheritance. With less than a year left Daphne has to start dating ASAP.  She has help in her new Southern neighbour, Sabrina who has moved to town to get away from her ex-husband.  While Sabrina pushes Daphne at any and every man, her father and friend, Olivia still want her to date Ricardo, the owner of a local diner.  Daphne has been brooding over her aunt's lawyer, Jake who is on vacation with his ex-wife.

While her love life seems to be taking over everything she comes across a young girl who is being raised by her elder sickly grandmother.  Daphne inserts herself in Mabel and Vera's life and wonders if adopting a child would trump getting married.

Dating, Dining and Desperation is what I would classify as a middle book in that it carries on from the last book and sets up the next novel. Not a bad light contemporary romance but nothing special. I also do not like the heroine's love interest as it seems forced and I am just not feeling the chemistry. 

love,
kris

Review: Shoreline Drive

dear readers, 


I was iffy about the first novel in the Sanctuary Island series (http://mynoveladdiction.blogspot.ca/2014/02/review-sanctuary-island.html)but had already said yes to reviewing book 2 so I went ahead and read it...

(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).

SHORELINE DRIVE
(Sanctuary Island: Book Two)
genre: contemporary romance

4 STARS

Merry and Ella have decided to stay in Sanctuary Island - Ella with her new love Grady and Merry with their mother and new baby, Alex.  While she loves getting to know her mother she is not sure living together is the best situation.  Ben, the vet, who helped deliver Alex decides to strike a deal with Merry...is he marries him he will provide for her and the baby and give Alex all he needs.  Ben tells Merry he cannot have kids and Alex is his and his family;s last chance at a heir.  Merry accepts his proposal but can the two keep from loving one another?

After being disappointed with the first novel I was not expecting anything.  I just wanted to read the book to complete my obligations...but WOW, a complete turn around.  While the story is cliched and predictable you wanted to see how the characters evolved.  With the second novel the author focused on fewer characters - Merry and Ben's story and Taylor's story.  This allows the reader to connect with the characters in my opinion.

Yes, I will be continuing the series...Heartbreak Cove (expected date 2015).

love,
kris

Dirty Magic is SO Much Fun: Review

dear readers,

Looking for a GREAT new urban fantasy/paranormal series? 

(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).

DIRTY MAGIC
(BOOK 1: Prospero's War)
genre: paranormal, urban fantasy, suspense, mystery

4 STARS 

"MAGIC IS A DRUG. CAREFUL HOW YOU USE IT.  The Magical Enforcement Agency keeps dirty magic off the streets, but there's a new blend out there that's as deadly as it is elusive. When patrol cop Kate Prospero shoots the lead snitch in this crucial case, she's brought in to explain herself. But the more she learns about the investigation, the more she realizes she must secure a spot on the MEA task force. 
Especially when she discovers that their lead suspect is the man she walked away from ten years earlier - on the same day she swore she'd given up dirty magic for good. Kate Prospero's about to learn the hard way that crossing a wizard will always get you burned, and that when it comes to magic, you should never say never." (From Amazon)

I have read the first book in Well's Sabina Kane series and really enjoyed it so when I saw she was doing another paranormal/ urban fantasy series I thought I would try it.  As expected the novel was well written and Kate Prospero's world was easy to slip into.  Although vastly different worlds this novel reminded me of JD Robb's In Death series.  Set in different times with different rules the one main similarity is a tough tortured female lead.  Kate is also a law officer like Robb's Eve Dallas but Kate is an underling trying to rise in the ranks yet the love and need of justice is there for both characters.  Wells set up this novel so perfectly I cannot WAIT for the next book in the series.

love,
kris

Sleep with the Lights On...literally! (Reviews)

dear readers,

SLEEP WITH THE LIGHTS ON
(Brown and De Luca: Book One)
Written by Maggie Shayne
genre: suspense, paranormal, thriller

4 STARS 

Rachel de Luca is a famous self-help author who does not believe in what she preaches.  She is sarcastic but in public she must keep up her image of positiveness.  Rachel lost her sight at a young age and has honed her other senses.  It is these senses that has Rachel looking into her brother, Tommy's disappearance. Tommy may be homeless and an addict but she does not think his disappearance is voluntary.

Detective Mason Brown was having a good until he ran his car into the blind author and then gets an alarming text from his brother.  He races home when he gets a bad feeling only to watch his brother blow his brains out.  Things only get worse when he reads his brother's Eric's note detailing his life as a serial killer of young men.

In a quick second decision Mason covers his brother's murder and talks his family into donating his organs.  Mason makes sure that his corneas go to Rachel.  Rachel has her doubts but goes in for the surgery.  Within hours she is having homicidal dreams and an uneasy feeling.  There has been the theory that a organ receipient gains some of his donor's likes and dislikes.  

Once Rachel lets Mason know what she has been dreaming Mason realizes that he may not be able to keep his bother's killing a secret.  And, worse the killing has continued since his brother's death.  Rachel will continue to dig until she finds out what happened to her brother especially now that she has her sight back.  Will Mason trust her to find the killer?

This novel is...creepy and good.  The idea of organ donors passing on their traits and/or memories was really interesting and the creepiness of the book.  Rachel's sarcasm and wit makes her an interesting and likeable character. Having a character like Mason who decides to obstruct justice makes you question everything.  Shayne is unpredictable and this makes reading this novel an adventure.

love, 
kris

Review: Home to Whiskey Creek

dear readers,

(I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review).

Home To Whiskey Creek
(Whiskey Creek: Book Four)
Written by Brenda Novak
Genre: contemporary romance

 Wow! Novak has been steadily bringing emotions and tough issues to Whiskey Creek since the second book, When Snow Falls.  Again with her newest novel we are hit with difficult issues and left wondering what would we do if we were in that situation.  I really love this series and would highly recommend this to any of Jodi Picoult, Robyn Carr, Susan Wiggs or Barbara Delinsky fans.

Addie returns home to care for her ailing grandmother who raised her while her mother chased men.  Addie has not returned since she graduated from high school as she has has a secret that could tear the town apart.  Being back has put her in danger as there are some who are afraid she willl spill her secrets. Noah, the mayor's son and her old crush  knows someone is keeping Addie from feeling safe in Whiskey Creek and he will do anything to keep her safe.  Noah is also trying to figure whether his old friend Baxter is in love with him and how he will let him down without ruining their friendship.

I love that Novak takes the genre of contemporary romance and is not afraid to bring real issues to her characters.  While you have the excitement of boy and girl meeting and the journey of them falling in love you also have the real problems you sometimes don't see this genre.  Homosexuality and gang rape are two issues that the characters are faced with. Instead of putting a damper on the romance for me it brings out the contemporary issues and makes the romance more realistic.

I highly recommend this series from start to present book...I cannot wait for the next one. 

love,
kris

When a Lad Meets a Lassie: Review

dear readers,

Taking a trip to the Highlands...

(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).

HIGHLANDER MOST WANTED

(Montgomery & Armstrong: Book One)

Written by Maya Banks
genre: historical romance

4 STARS

When Bowen Montgomery storms into the McHugh Keep he is not expecting to meet a woman like Genevieve.  A strong woman who stands up for the McHugh clan even though most do not seem to care for her. Genevieve views herself as a shame to family and her will to live broken.  When Bowen enters her life and stands up for her she comes to realize she is starting to feel again. But Genevieve has a secret that could cause Bowen to not only abandon her but hate her forever.  Yet, not telling him would eat at her conscience.  She resolves to tell the truth and return to her plans before Bowen to live in an Abbey; and Bowen once he knows her secret knows he will be alone again.  Will anything bring the two hope of a life together?

I am a big fan of Maya Banks' Highlander series yet this one was not to the scale of her previous novels. While I liked Genevieve and Bowen I was not always sure they were soul mates.  There wasn't as much excitement as her previous Montgomery and Armstrong novel.  Then again I would still recommend this book, and the series, to any historical romance lover.

  

I was hoping that in the next novel that it would be Brodie Armstrong and Taliesan's story AND IT IS!!!

After Scotland’s three strongest clans forge a formidable alliance, an uneasy king plots to consolidate power. Knowing that true strength lies in possessing land, fealty, and hearts, he orders sweet Taliesan McHugh to submit to a marriage that will give him control of the coveted McHugh keep. A tender beauty, Taliesan accepts her fate, certain that her lame leg has made her undesirable to any man—until she is swept into the powerful embrace of rugged, devilishly sensual Brodie Armstrong, a warrior who vows to shield her from brutality at any cost.  

Fearless and bold, Brodie refuses his king’s command to stand down. Instead, he conspires to rescue the rare beauty whose bravery and innocence stir his blood as no woman ever has. As desperate power struggles reverberate throughout the Highlands, Brodie defies his king and devotes himself to the only mission that commands his loyalty, his blood, and his honor: winning Taliesan’s heart.

COMING SEPTEMBER 24, 2013!

Whiskey Creek

dear readers,

I have left the world of regency for contemporary small town romances.  Maybe it's the giddiness of being in love or the need for simple present-day happily ever after but I am loving small town USA.  One of my favourites MUST-READ series is Brenda Novak's Whiskey Creek.  I have read Novak's romantic suspense so wasn't surprised when I instantly became hooked...

WHEN WE TOUCH 
(Whiskey Creek: Book 0.5)
Written by Brenda Novak
genre: contemporary romance

4 STARS

This novella is the introduction to Brenda Novak's newest series, Whiskey Creek. Olivia has always imagined that when she planned Kyle's wedding she would be the bride, not her younger sister, Noelle.  During a break in their relationship, while Olivia built her business, Kyle slept with Noelle and had gotten her pregnant.  As Olivia returns home to plan and attend the wedding she finds herself in the path of bad boy, Brandon.  Brandon is Kyle's stepbrother and in no way friends.   As she becomes more attracted to Brandon she is starting to realize that maybe Kyle was never meant for her.

WHEN LIGHTNING STRIKES
(Whiskey CreekL: Book 1)
Written by Brenda Novak
genre: contemporary romance

4 STARS

Gail is the owner of a PR company that handles bad boy actor, Simon O'Neal.  Simon is out of control and Gail finds herself getting sucked into a Jerry Maguire situation.  As Simon tries to take Gail down he learns that if he wants to gain custody of his son he will need Gail.  Gail down on her luck cannot believe she will need to help Simon to help herself.  As the two work together they realize the person the thought they knew was only a front and their life starts to get more complicated.


To be honest I was not sure I would if I would even like this book.  I am not really into the LA and acting scene so at first was a bit leery.  However, Novak's writing kept me turning the pages until I literally could not turn the pages fast enough.  I love Whiskey Creek and Gail and her friends.  I am ready for another book, PLEASE.


A great introductory story - short and sweet.  As I read this novella I was going through so many emotions like Olivia.  I wanted to slap sense into Kyle as everyone but him knew he was headed for trouble.  I liked how Novak wrote Noelle as it was so easy to make her into her a stereotype.  And, Brandon....was exactly what Olivia - and honestly any girl - needed.

WHEN SNOW FALLS 
(Whiskey Creek: Book Two)
Written by Brenda Novak
genre: contemporary romance

4.5 STARS

Cheyenne loves her friends, especially Eve Harmon and her parents.  Whiskey Creek has been the first place she felt at home.  Her mother who is now dying of cancer has never treated her youngest daughter with any care.  She has looked out for herself and dragged her 2 girls around from one crappy place to another.  Cheyenne's friends have left town for a cruise leaving her alone with her mother and sister. Eve has recently been pursuing Joe, Cheyenne's longtime high school crush.  While Eve is away Joe has been pursuing Cheyenne.  Not only does she feel guilty but she has been recently felt attracted to bad boy mechanic, Dylan.  As she tries to stay away from him and his dangerous world she realizes that her mother has kept a secret which she could take with her in death.

So far this is my favourite Whiskey Creek novel...and it is only book 2!  Cheyenne has this innocence that made me want to see her happy and protected from everything bad.  I also felt for Presley and how she wanted to do right.  There was so much happening in this novel and I am still thinking about it.

WHEN SUMMER COMES 
(Whiskey Creek: Book Three)
Written by Brenda Novak
genre: contemporary romance

4 STARS 

Callie has moved into her grandparents' farm under the guise of making renovations so they can finally sell the property.  In truth Callie is hiding a secret from her family and friends about needing a liver transplant.  As she prepares to deal with this on her own, one night a stranger appears on her doorstep bleeding and hurt. The stranger, Levi stays on to help Callie with the renovations as he recuperates and Callie realizes she is not the only one with secrets.  As the two try and keep away from one another they find themselves more connected.

I am loving Novak's newest series, Whiskey Creek.  As each novel comes available I am just inhaling them in a day.  In the 3rd book we find out more about Callie and Kyle that was hinted in the last novel.  In the previous novels I was not that interested in Callie's backstory but wow I was hooked from the first page. I liked the chemistry between Levi and Callie as they try and keep away from one another as they both see themselves as damaged.  If you are looking for a small town contemporary romance with real heart this is the series for you!


COMING SOON...

Adelaide Davies, who's been living in Sacramento, returns to Whiskey Creek, the place she once called home. She's there to take care of her aging grandmother and to help with Gran's restaurant, Just Like Mom's. But Adelaide's not happy to be back. There are too many people here she'd rather avoid, people who were involved in that terrible June night fifteen years ago.

Ever since the graduation party that changed her life, she's wanted to go to the police and make sure the boys responsible — men now — are punished. But she can't, not without revealing an even darker secret. So it's better to pretend. . .

Noah Rackham, popular, attractive, successful, is shocked when Adelaide won't have anything to do with him. He has no idea that his very presence reminds her of something she'd rather forget. Neither does he know she's the reason his twin brother didn't survive that party at the old mine.

love,
kris

Parable, Montana: A New Place to Visit

dear readers,

(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).

BIG SKY COUNTRY

(Parable, Montana: Book One)
Written by Linda Lael Miller
genre: contemporary romance, western

3 STARS

Slade Barlow has never received any recognition from his biological father, John Carmody all his life so imagine his surprise when he leaves half his estate to him.  The other half is willed to his half brother, Hutch, who was Carmody's legitimate son. Hutch wants to buy Slade's half of the ranch and Slade wants to be a rancher when his time as Sheriff is over.  Slade cannot let go of his hurt and chooses to leave Hutch hanging.
Joslyn Kirk returns to town years after her stepfather scammed the townspeople out of their hard-earned money.  She is living in her old house that was bought by her best friend, Kendra and looking for away to make peace with the town of Parable.  Joslyn and Slade are starting to get feelings for one another but neither will make the first move as they have been hurt before.  Throw in a 16 year-old stepdaughter and Opal who worked for Joslyn's family and watch the couple try and stay apart.
This is a simple small town cowboy romance romance but quite enjoyable.  If you are looking for a predictable story with hot ranchers this is what you need! I can't wait for Hutch and Kendra's story next.

BIG SKY MOUNTAIN

(Parable, Montana: Book Two)

Written by Linda Lael Miller

genre: contemporary romance, western

4 STARS

Hutch Carmody has half of Whisper Creek Ranch and come to terms with his illegitimate half brother, Slade.  His life is going well except he does not have a woman in his life, more specifically Kendra Shepherd.  Kendra has returned to Parable with 4 year-old, Madison whom she has recently adopted. She realizes she has everything she ever wanted - a loving child, great friends, a good job, a giving town and even a pet dog - except a man and father for Madison.  Every time that Madison asks for a father and cuddles up to Hutch Kendra is torn between her past love for Hutch and what is right for her little family. Can both Hutch and Kendra put their past aside and look to the future together?
I am really liking this new contemporary romance series by Miller.  If you like to know what happens to characters after happily ever after you will enjoy this series.  Kendra and Hutch are introduced in book one along with many other characters. I like that she gives snippets of characters so that when they get their own book their story is not completely new.  It is like Virgin River (by Robyn Carr) in many senses.

love,
kris

REVIEW: TATTOOED (Book 3) Pamela Callow

dear readers,

I discovered Pamela Callow with her first novel and have loved her books since...oh, she's Canadian, too! (I received an ARC for Tattooed from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review).

TATTOOED

(Kate Lange: Book 3)

Written by Pamela Callow

genre: mystery, suspense, thriller

3.5 STARS

Kate Lange's past is coming front and center staring with France Sloan. Frances has ALS and wants Kate to lobby for assisted suicide on her behalf. Frances is the mother of Kenzie Sloan who was once friends with Imogen. It was Kenzie's house party that Kate dragged Imogen from and ultimately led to the car accident and Imogen's death. The memories flood back as Kenzie, now a tattoo artist, is coming to visit with her mother in her final days. Kenzie's former boy friend, McNally, has also been recently released from prison and has his sight on both Kenzie and Kate.
With Randall in New York, Kate is unsure where there relationship stands and if she should wait for him. Ethan Drake her former fiancee has decided he wants to try again and will do anything for her. In the next few days things from the past will bubble to the present and only some will make it through.

I love Kate Lange and this series. I like that it is set in Eastern Canada but not in Toronto (set in Nova Scotia). I remember the Sue Roderiguez case and how it affected everyone. I liked the plot of this book but it some how felt impersonal. Every sub-plot seemed a bit rushed but this is in comparison to rest of the series. I still liked this novel and would recommend this series.

PAST REVIEWS OF BOOK #1 & #2:

DAMAGED
(Kate Lange: Book One)
genre: mystery, thriller, suspense

4 STARS

Damaged is Callow's debut suspense novel but don't try to label it as just a medical or legal thriller because you will miss out on SO much.  Kate Lange, a new lawyer in Nova Scotia, is being haunted by her past (her sister's death and the break up of her engagement) so throws herself into a new case.  Her legal advice to her new client appears to have led to her granddaughter's death.  As Kate tries to clear her reputation she is thrown  in the path of a serial killer!

A new favourite character and author! A strong female character and I love mysterious brooding Randall! I cannot wait to get my hands on the 2nd Kate Lange book. I also really like the fact that it is set in Nova Scotia, Canada versus Vancouver or Toronto.

INDEFSIBLE

(Kate Lange: Book Two)

genre: mystery, thriller, suspense

4 STARS

A great follow up book to Damaged. Randall Barrett is looking forward to spending time with his children this summer but things go wrong from the beginning.  First his son decides to go camp instead of sailing with him, and his ex-wife reveals a devastating secret in the heat of an argument.  The next morning his ex-wife is found dead from a fall of the balcony and he is the main suspect. 

Kate lange is an associate at his law firm and just months ago they had sparks fly and they are still burning.  Will Kate be able to help Randall when everyone else has left him to drown.

I love that these novels are set in Halifax, Nova Scotia (Canada) versus the usual Vancouver or Toronto setting.  Callow being a lawyer and from Halifax brings out the realism in the novel.  It is a quick pace thriller.


love,
kris

NEW FAVOURITE AUTHOR: Teresa Medeiros (Reviews)

dear readers,

What's better than find a debut author to follow...an author that has been around for a few decades and has a booklist you can dive into.  So far this year I would nominate TERESA MEDEIROS as a new favourite author.  She is a historical romance writer and my first novel of her's was in the Kane/Cabot Vampire series, AFTER MIDNIGHT and I have not looked back.

Author's Website: http://www.teresamedeiros.com/

AFTER MIDNIGHT
(Kane/Cabot Vampire: Book One)

genre: historical romance, paranormal, romance

4 STARS

It is left to Caroline Cabot, eldest of three sisters to make sure they are taken care of and find influential matches.  Portia, the youngest is convinced that Vivienne's suitor Adrian Kane is a Vampire along with most of London ton.  He is rarely seen outside before dark, and most dinner parties take place after midnight.  Caroline tries to figure out the secret of Adrian but soon finds herself falling for her sister's husband-to-be. While Portia moons over Julian Kane and his rakish charm, and Vivienne spurns Larkin every time they meet.  Will the Cabot sisters be able to handle the Kane brothers’ secrets?

I really really liked this novel! I imagine it is what Jane Austen and Mary Shelly would have written if they co-authored a novel.  It is witty, sexy, otherworldly  and FUN!  The only difficulty with this novel is which brother do I like best? The brooding older brother or the charming younger brother.

THE VAMPIRE WHO LOVED ME

(Kane/Cabot Vampire: Book Two)

genre: historical romance, paranormal, romance

4.5 STARS

It has been 5 years since After Midnight and Portia is all grown up and still in love with Julian.  Julian has left home looking for his soul so he can be the man Portia deserves.  When Julian returns to London women are being murdered...bled...and Adrian, his brother, and Larkin think it might be Julian but Portia believes otherwise. Portia will go to the ends of hell to get Julian's soul and Julian must stop her before she is killed.

 Love love loved this novel and series.  I love the mixture of historical romance and paranormal.  It is a witty
 and passionate story that has you in love with the Kane brothers and cheering on the Cabot sisters. It is a great read for anyone.

YOURS UNTIL DAWN

genre: historical romance

4 STARS

During a battle, Gabriel Fairchild was wounded and lost his sight but it seems he lost more than his vision.  His fiance has left him, and his parents have banished him to Fairchild Park Manor.  He has become surly and lost the will to care about his future.  Enter  Samantha Wickersham who has answered the butler's ad to be Gabriel's nurse.  Despite his antics and grizzly mood Samantha sticks to Gabriel and is determined to have him function as normally as he can. 

This story is very much like Beauty and Beast with the Fairchild servants like the Beast's servants (from Disney version).  I loved this novel and read from cover to cover on a rainy night.  What sets this novel apart is that Gabriel and Samantha are so great together - the banter and the passion.  I loved the servants who added a lot to this story.

A KISS TO REMEMBER

(Fairleigh Sisters: Book 1)

genre: historical romance

 3 STARS

Sterling was sold to a paternal uncle in exchange for his parents keeping their home and him being the Duke's heir.  This has left Sterling cutting off ties with his parents and living life a little carelessly.  If Laura Fairleigh -like a mother to her orphaned young siblings- wants to keep her family sheltered she must marry by her 21st birthday - which is in a few weeks. The cottage will be deeded to Laura by Sterling's late mother that is unless Sterling can put a stop to it.

On his way to Arden cottage Sterling has an accident and loses his memory...Laura finding him does not know who he is and decides to have him marry her so she can keep the cottage.  Will anyone come looking for the often vanishing Duke and can George and Lottie (Laura's siblings) talk her out of the marriage?

It is loosely based on Sleeping Beauty and I have to say I like it way better the traditional telling of the tale.  I was not completely won over by Sterling and Laura but yet they worked together and the secondary story with Sterling's cousin, Diana and Thane was also amusing.  A good read.


 
While I wait for  One Night of Scandal I picked up another stand alone Shadows and Lace...reviews will be posted in the near future.

For those who want to join me in the delicious reads:

SERIES

Lennox Family Magic
1. Breath of Magic (1996)
2. Touch of Enchantment (1997)

Fairy Tale
1. Charming the Prince (1999)
2. The Bride and the Beast (2000)

Fairleigh Sisters
1. A Kiss to Remember (2001)
2. One Night of Scandal (2003)

Kane/Cabot Vampire
1. After Midnight (2005)
2. The Vampire Who Loved Me (2006)

Kincaid Highland
1. Some Like it Wicked (2008)
2. Some Like it Wild (2009)

NOVELS:

Lady of Conquest (1989)
Shadows and Lace (1990)
Heather and Velvet (1991)
Once An Angel (1993)
A Whisper of Roses (1993)
Thief of Hearts (1994)
Fairest of them All (1995)
Nobody's Darling (1998)
Yours Until Dawn (2004)
The Devil Wears Plaid (2010)
Goodnight Tweetheart (2011)
The Pleasure of Your Kiss (2011)

love,
kris