Angela's Review of Arielle: Immortal Quickening by Lilian Roberts

Monday, February 17, 2014-Satin Sheets Review of Arielle: Immortal Awakening by Lilian Roberts

Title:  Arielle: Immortal Quickening

Author: Lilian Roberts

Author’s Website:  http://www.lilianroberts.com/

Genre:  Paranormal Romance

Length:  418 pages

Find It On:  Amazon

A fatal night...

College co-ed Arielle Lloyd is on vacation with her immortal love, Sebastian Gaulle, when they receive word of a dreadful accident. Her dear friend Gabrielle hovers near death. But it's much worst for her beloved friendsAn immortal choice...

Troy Vasser's only love is Gabrielle, but on the night of the accident, his deepest concern is for their dying friends. When the life force within Ian and Eva flickered dangerously low, Troy had to make a hard choice. He could either them them die or lose their humanity and live as immortals. So he did the only thing he could: he gave them immortality. Now it is up to Arielle to break the news to Eva before the transformation is complete.

A quest for vengeance...

Danger continues to stalk Arielle's life. Unknown to her, her new professor is an immortal, and he is furious when discovers that Arielle is wearing an amulet that should be owned by immortals only. Sebastian's nemesis, Annabel, has also not given on her quest to destroy Arielle. What Annabel doesn't realize is that Arielle's circle of friends drastically changer. There are two newly minted immortals that adore her and have vowed to protect her.

Angela’s Review:

 

I really love the idea of an immortal romance, however there was so much world and character building that the story line wasn't there for me.

I kept hearing about the villainous, Annabel and only saw her once through the entire and for me it was the best scene. Major cat fight and there was so much action. I felt the hero's reaction was not very emotional. His girlfriend is in danger of being murdered...and he has a company to run!

I'm giving it a three based on the fact that this writer's imagination is off the chain, but the plot needs to be strengthened and the story needs to be condensed to keep it moving forward. If you love immortal romances and want to give this a chance, I would suggest reading the previous books, as this is really not a stand-alone read in my opinion.

Also, this ended on a major cliffhanger!

Satin Sheets Pillow Rating:

Satin Sheets Heat Rating:

Angela's Satin Sheets Review of A Dark Heart by Margaret Foxe

Saturday, February 15, 2014-Satin Sheets Romance A Dark Heart by Margaret Foxe

Title:  A Dark Heart, Book Two of the Elders and Welders Chronicles

Author:  Margaret Foxe

Author’s Website: 
http://margaretfoxe12.wordpress.com

Genre:  Steampunk Romance

Length:  282 pages

Find It On: Amazon, Smashwords and B&N

A Dark Heart Book Two in The Elders and Welders Chronicles London, 1897: Lady Christiana Harker once committed a grave sin against her kind when she saved Inspector Elijah Drexler's life by turning him into a vampire. Christiana's bold act has only driven Elijah deeper into an impenetrable darkness, fueled by morphine, nightmares, and a constant thirst for blood.

Elijah has no room left in his heart for anything but his quest for vengeance against his childhood tormentor, a quest that he fully expects to end with his own death. But when the mysterious Duke of Brightlingsea requests Elijah's help in locating a doomsday device that could level half of London, Elijah's personal vendetta becomes entangled with a secret war being waged among the immortal Elders.

  

Just when Christiana finally accepts that her long-held love for the Inspector will forever be unrequited, however, a catastrophe brings them together, forcing Elijah to finally confront his feelings for Christiana. But will Christiana's love be strong enough to weather the terrible truths buried deep in Elijah's past? And will Elijah find the strength of will to finally cast off his demons and let love into his dark heart?

Angela’s Review:

Since reading book one of the Elders and Welders series by Margaret Foxe I have been anxiously awaiting to read this story. Ms. Foxe did not disappoint!

The author's imagination knows no bounds, and I quickly found myself wrapped into a world steampunk and vampires!

I was thrilled when Ms. Foxe brought Elijah Drexler and Lady Christiana for this story. Though the hero is an alpha, the heroine's strength and years of unrequited love was heart wrenching and real.

I don't want to give any spoilers, but this story will have you on the edge of your seat. If you love a hot steampunk with a bit of paranormal mixed in, you'll love A Dark Heart by Margaret Foxe!

Satin Sheets Pillow Rating: 

Satin Sheets Heat Rating:

Roseanna's Review of Slow Ride by Kat Morrisey

SLOW RIDE 

Kat Morrisey

Crimson Romance

Contemporary Romance/218 Pages

Buy Link: Amazon 

Blurb:

Kyla O’Grady hit the gas and drove her Mustang out of Rock River, Pennsylvania, with one goal in mind: to find somewhere to start over. Her life had gone sideways back home and Kyla needs something new, something fresh, and to find the music again. But on a stretch of road off the coast of Maine, her car has other ideas. Broken down just inside the town limits of Ashten Falls, Maine, Kyla is stranded.
Cooper Moretto has a problem. In fact, the whole town of Ashten Falls has a problem, in the form of a corrupt town official. Cooper had enough on his plate to last a lifetime, but on a stretch of highway heading into the town, he spots a ’67 Mustang Coupe and does what any decent mechanic would do: stop to help. But getting this car back on the road is the last thing on his mind when he sees its owner, singing as if she weren’t in the middle of nowhere.
Kyla is speeding away from her past, unsure how to move forward. Cooper has been on cruise control, just hoping to get through every day without being arrested or harassed. Can the two slow down long enough to see that maybe the answers to both their problems lie in each other? And can they survive when enemies lurking in the shadows try to destroy them both?
Sensuality Level: Sensual

 Roseanna Review  

I was hooked from page one. Between the crocked cops, the diverse characters, and the mustang name Lola, I was thoroughly entertained. The story became somewhat predictable near the end, to me at least. I was pleased with the growth that Kyla had throughout the book. The secondary characters were well developed, and I hope that they will get their own book in the future. Grab your beverage, a throw, and get comfortable while visiting this small town. 

Angela's Satin Sheets Romance Review of Starling Darling by Dorothy Annie Schritt

Wed., February 12, 2014-Satin Sheets Romance Review of Starling Darling by Dorothy Annie Schritt

Title:  Starling Darling

Author:  Dorothy Annie Schritt

Author’s Website:  www.dorothyannieschritt.com

Length:  382 pages

Find It On:  Amazon

With their little daughter, Patty Cake, who was lost to them for 13 years, safe at home with them, we find the Westovers enjoying life to the fullest, until they discover what happened to their sweet child. Shay wants revenge for Patty's sake and his. Samson And Sunset left us with a new baby on the way, thrilling the whole family. Life is never simple for these two lovebirds. They get dealt cards that would try the best of us.

Will Shay hold his family together or will he seek comfort in the arms of another woman? Callie has always let her faith in God lead her, she leans on God for answers, and simply solutions, but will an accident take Callie's faith from her, or bring her closer to God?

Kelly, Wes, and Patty will find that they must grow up faster than they had anticipated. Did Shay and Callie raise them to be strong enough to overcome the adversity they must face?

Starling Darling is as sensual as Samson And Sunset, yet, for Shay and his Callie, their love is still so pure, and as innocent as the day they met. Starling Darling will keep you turning the pages, seeing what and where these two are going next.

Angela’s Review:

Like Samson and Sunset, Ms. Schritt gives another captivating story of raw emotion and love. This author's writing is so genuine and in-depth, that a reader is easily drawn into this throng of characters and the story surrounding the ups and downs of their lives.

I thoroughly enjoy this author's writing and her amazing ability to weave a tale.

If you're an avid romance reader, then Starling Darling by Dorothy Annie Schritt is a must read.

Satin Sheets Pillow Rating:

Satin Sheets Heat Rating:

Nadene's Satin Sheets Review of Special Angel by Nancy Loyan

TITLE: SPECIAL ANGEL

AUTHOR: NANCY LOYAN

PUBLISHER: CRIMSON ROMANCE

PUBLISHED: DECEMBER 2, 2013

GENRE: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE

BUY LINK: AMAZON

BLURB:

Angelique is no ordinary diva. She’s the world’s greatest singer—and mystery. That’s why Brian Andrews, an American investigative reporter at Our World magazine, is assigned to do what others have failed: uncover Angelique’s past and secrets. 

But Angelique herself has never known her past and fears that she will never see her future, thanks to a controlling couple who hold her career and life in their tight fists. Raised by nuns in an abbey in France, she has never known freedom. Brian offers her hope by aiding in her escape from her sequestered life, putting his career on the line. 

Is he after the glory of the big story, or is he the one person Angelique can finally trust to help her?

NADENE'S REVIEW

This was quite an entertaining and unique read.  I was pulled into the story from the very first page and I found it very difficult to put it down.  Special Angel is a beautiful story of love, loss and forgiveness. It depicts the lengths persons will go to just to satisfy their greed and to cover up their wrongs.  It shows also the ripple effect one person’s action can have on the lives of those close to them.

I totally fell in love with Angelique. She is a singer with the most beautiful voice.  She had led a secluded life for most of her years.  She is strong, innocent and pure.  She has been through so much that I was happy to see her finally gain her freedom and experience love.

My least favourite characters are Morris and Edwina Davidson. It is not possible to go into much detail about these two without giving away the story, so you will just have to read the story for yourself to find out why they disgust me so much.

Special Angel brought out an array of emotions. It made angry, sad and happy. It was a very poignant story that is going to be staying with me for a very long time.

If you love your romance stories with a lot of heart then this book is for you and I hope you enjoy it like I did.