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Thursday, 5 May 2016

Review ~ Big Easy Temptation by Shayla Black and Lexi Blake


Title: Big Easy Temptation
Series: The Perfect Gentlemen #3
Author: Shayla Black and Lexi Blake
Release Date: May 3, 2016



The New York Times bestselling authors of the Masters of Ménage series present the third scintillating novel featuring the privileged, wealthy, wild men of Creighton Academy—the Perfect Gentlemen.

Years ago, Naval officer Dax Spencer and NCIS agent Holland Kirk indulged in a steamy affair—until she betrayed him in the wake of his father’s death. Dax tried to put her behind him with a payback of his own. But he never forgot Holland…

Now, as Dax and his fellow Perfect Gentlemen unravel a web of lies, he discovers his family’s tragedy is part of a much larger conspiracy. Soon, all clues point him back to New Orleans…where Holland waits, protecting her deadly secret and holding a torch for the only man she’s ever loved.

Once reunited, they can’t fight the passion flaring hot and wild. But something sinister lurks around every corner, from the elegance of the Garden district to the beauty of the bayou. Dax and Holland may find their way back to each other—if they survive...






And now, it’s Dax’s turn. If I wasn’t already in love with him—one, because of his name and two, because he is a Perfect Gentleman—I would be after about five percent of this book! Holy smokes!! He could charm me right out of my panties. 

Accent—check. 
Dropdead good looks—check. 
A bit mysterious—check. 
Powerful—check. 
The WHOLE package—check, check! 

I don’t think there is anything else I would want in a man. The chemistry between Holland Kirk and Dax Spencer is off the charts and burns white hot. From the streets of NOLA to the history of the two, and all the twists and turns that occurred in their relationship, we are headed full steam ahead towards disaster… or are we? 

This winding road, which brings us one step closer to solving the puzzle of a much larger conspiracy involving all the men—Zach, Gabe, Connor and Dax—kept me turning pages at an insanely rapid rate. I was on a quest to figure out the whodunnit’s and the why’s of the mystery, but the extreme, integral relationships of all the characters kept me on my toes. 

I’m so in love with the characters, the plot, the ever-evolving story line, I sit on the precipice of a cliff, constantly waiting for what happens next. As the words flow effortlessly, I’m able to visualize the scenes on a movie real in my brain. So, who will be your Dax? 
~ Review by Heather

Three years ago, in the wake of his father’s scandalous affair and subsequent death, Dax Spencer found comfort in the arms of Holland Kirk. Holland and Dax had a quick, steamy affair that ended when Holland’s betrayal came to light. After cutting all ties, Dax is thrust back into Holland's life when more details of the conspiracy surrounding the deaths of some of the Perfect Gentlemen’s loved ones come to light.

Holland is an NCIS agent stationed in New Orleans, and all current clues point Dax in that direction. Dax doesn't realize Holland's been keeping a secret from him for all this time—one that could prove deadly. As Dax and Holland get reacquainted, they can't deny their feelings, but as more details of the conspiracy are revealed, will Dax and Holland survive long enough to truly reunite?

Man, oh man, I love this series. I cannot get enough to of Dax, Zack, Connor, Roman and Gabe! And I adore strong-minded, determined female leads—Holland is amazing, and so is Dax. I love the two of them together and was heartbroken when circumstances split them apart. I found myself silently cheering for them to work it all out—I had to keep turning the pages to find out where things between them ended up, because it could have gone either way. Now I'm dying to read Roman and Gus’ story! 
~ Review by Missy



Shayla Black is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 30 sizzling contemporary, erotic, paranormal, and historical romances, including the Wicked Lovers series (His to Take, Theirs to Cherish, and Ours to Love). She lives in Texas with her husband, munchkin, and one very spoiled cat. 

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband, three kids, and the laziest rescue dog in the world. She is the author of the Masters and Mercenaries series, including You Only Love Twice, Cherished, and A View to a Thrill

Together, Black and Blake pen the New York Times bestselling Masters of Ménage novels, including Their Virgin Mistress, Their Virgin Secretary and Their Virgin Hostage.


Shayla Black

Lexi Blake

Wednesday, 6 January 2016

Review - Seduction in Session by Shayla Black and Lexi Blake


Title: Seduction in Session
Series: The Perfect Gentlemen #2
Author: Shayla Black and Lexi Blake
Release Date: January 5, 2016


The second Perfect Gentlemen novel from the New York Times bestselling authors of the Masters of Ménage series. 

Privileged, wealthy, and wild: they are the Perfect Gentlemen of Creighton Academy. But the threat of a scandal has one of them employing his most deceptive—and seductive—talents… 

Recruited into the CIA at a young age, Connor Sparks knows how dirty the world can be. Only when he’s with his friends can he find some peace. So when an anonymous journalist threatens one of the Perfect Gentlemen, Connor vows to take down the person behind the computer, by whatever means necessary—even if it means posing as his target’s bodyguard. 

Publishing a tabloid revealing Washington’s most subversive scandals has earned Lara Anderson the ire of the political scene—and a slew of death threats. To keep herself from ending up a headline, Lara hires a bodyguard, a man as handsome as he is lethal. 

When the bullets start to fly, Lara is surprised to find herself in Connor’s arms. But as they begin to unravel a mystery that just might bring down the White House, Lara is devastated when she discovers Connor’s true identity—and finds herself at the mercy of forces who will stop at nothing to advance their deadly agenda. 






The Perfect Gentlemen are back and we continue our exhilarating ride through D.C. politics and more! 

Connor Sparks has always lived in the dark, that’s his job. After Maddox Crawford died, he’s on hiatus from work and has a temporary assignment—guard Lara Armstrong, a journalist, and find out what she knows. If only it could be that easy. Lara was a job, nothing more. But once Connor got to know Lara and her pixie Princess ways, his life was turned upside down. 

I don’t know if I could fall faster or farther in love with The Perfect Gentlemen. They are the perfect mix of alpha, dark and brooding, loving, mysterious and caring men. They all have their faults and we forgive them for that, but in reality they just need the love of a good woman. The only way to get there is to fall, stumble, maybe take a bullet or two, and do some racing down dark alleys, right ladies? 

Truthfully, I can sum the book up quickly… 

Warmth and affection. Forgiveness. Kindness. Love.

That’s what everyone desires and deserves, and that’s what this book is about. Exquisitely done, Shayla and Lexi! I’m ready for the next one! 
~ Review by Heather

Connor Sparks has always lived in the shadows—especially as a CIA agent. He truly only feels at peace in his world when he’s with his friends—The Perfect Gentlemen—that he essentially grew up with at an exclusive boarding school.

When one of The Perfect Gentlemen is threatened, Connor vows to take down the anonymous journalist by any means necessary. Especially when the journalist isn’t anonymous to Connor any more—he’s used his skills and government computer access to find out HER identity. Time to meet your new bodyguard, Lara Armstrong.

Lara Armstrong, daughter of a senator, immune to Washington nastiness—well, unless she’s the one being nasty. President cock length? Inquiring minds want to know. Lara is the brains and body behind an anonymous political blog, but someone has found out who she is and is threatening her. Lara, in a bow to her family and friends’ concerns over her safety, hires a bodyguard. A hot and sexy and lethal bodyguard. 

When the threat becomes reality, Connor and Lara are thrust together—literally and figuratively. And they’re finally unravelling the mystery that may bring down the President. But what happens when Connor’s real identity is exposed? And who’s really behind the threats to Lara? 

Ooh. A CIA agent and a journalist in a hot and sexy romantic suspense? SIGN. ME. UP. I’ve been (im)patiently waiting for Connor’s story since the first book in this series. Hot, hard, sexy, mysterious Connor lives up to the hype. And Lara’s no doormat either—a bit young and naïve, but strong-willed and hardheaded too. The sparks fly when Connor and Lara are together—sexy sparks and angry sparks. Plus, add in the rest of The Perfect Gentlemen and you really have a perfect story. At least until Dax’s is released next… 
~ Review by Missy



Shayla Black is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 30 sizzling contemporary, erotic, paranormal, and historical romances, including the Wicked Lovers series (His to Take, Theirs to Cherish, and Ours to Love). She lives in Texas with her husband, munchkin, and one very spoiled cat. 

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband, three kids, and the laziest rescue dog in the world. She is the author of the Masters and Mercenaries series, including You Only Love Twice, Cherished, and A View to a Thrill

Together, Black and Blake pen the New York Times bestselling Masters of Ménage novels, including Their Virgin Mistress, Their Virgin Secretary and Their Virgin Hostage.


Shayla Black

Lexi Blake

Wednesday, 7 October 2015

Review - Wicked for You by Shayla Black


Title: Wicked for You
Series: Wicked Lovers #10
Author: Shayla Black
Release Date: October 6, 2015


Another "searingly sexy"* romance awaits in the latest Wicked Lovers novel from the New York Times bestselling author of His to Take.

Ever since he rescued her from a dangerous kidnapper, Mystery Mullins has wanted Axel Dillon. When he returned her to her Hollywood father and tabloid life, she was grateful…and a little in love. Mystery wasn’t ready to let Axel go, even after the soldier gently turned her away because, at nineteen, she was too young.

Now, six years later, Mystery is grown, with a flourishing career and a full life—but she’s still stuck on Axel. Disguised, she propositions him in a bar, and the night they spend together is beyond her wildest dreams. Mystery steels herself to walk away—except the sheets are barely cold when her past comes back to haunt her.

Once he realizes Mystery isn’t the stranger he thought, Axel is incensed and intrigued. But when it’s clear she’s in danger, he doesn’t hesitate to become her protector—and her lover—again. And as the two uncover a secret someone is willing to kill for, Axel is determined to claim Mystery’s heart before a murderer silences her for good.

*Maya Banks, #1 New York Times bestselling author






Wicked for You by Shayla Black was a mysterious, sexy, fun story! 

Mystery Mullins is in love with Axel Dillion. The love doesn’t wane just because of time or distance. Years later, after moving to London, Mystery returns to the US to take care of family business and see Axel…

Let me say, this book was anything but predictable. Mystery was bit of a mystery and so was Axel. I certainly fell in love with him from the beginning. Mystery was a strong, young female who, even though she was a bit lost, seemed to be able to take care of herself. Axel was insanely hot, driven and knew what he wanted, especially in the bedroom. Mystery was willing to learn more about those kinks in order to be with Axel. 

I love that Shayla writes books that keep me hot, bothered and on the edge of my seat. I couldn’t figure out the whodunit early, and that kept me reading as fast as I can. Wicked for You is a page turner for sure! 
~ Review by Heather
Six years ago, Axel Dillon rescued Mystery Mullins from her kidnappers only to steal her heart in the process. Too young and too vulnerable, Axel returned Mystery safely to her Hollywood father and Hollywood lifestyle. But neither forgot the other.

Six years later, under dubious circumstances, Mystery is determined to get Axel in her bed, if only for one night. One night of passion so she can hopefully forget him and move on. But when her past comes back to haunt her, Mystery finds herself unable to walk away—and neither will Axel.

Axel never forgot the beautiful girl he rescued in the desert. But knowing she was just too young, he couldn’t take advantage of her, no matter how much he wanted her. Now, after finding out the mysterious redhead who left his bed wasn’t just some random encounter, Axel will let nothing get in his way from claiming Mystery once and for all. Especially now that her life is in danger—again. He’s not leaving her side…even when she tries to leave him.

Wow. Just wow. Dominant, alpha men just do it for me—Axel ticks off all the boxes. I love how he’s able to get right down to the heart of the matter and delve deep into Mystery’s head. He’s the ideal Dominant and boyfriend. Mystery is a strong heroine too. She’s not afraid to go after what she wants, she’s just not quite sure what to do with Axel once she has him. 

Neither one have had the best role models for relationships. But they sure do get each other “in between the sheets” and those sheets are smokin’ when they’re done. I love this series. I can’t get enough of them. When is the next one releasing? 
~ Review by Missy




Shayla Black is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over forty novels. Besides the Wicked Lovers series, she also writes the Sexy Capers and, with Lexi Blake, the Masters of Ménage books. Romantic Times has nominated her for a Career Achievement Award for Erotic Romance. Shayla lives in Texas.



Tuesday, 18 August 2015

Review - Scandal Never Sleeps by Shayla Black and Lexi Blake


Title: Scandal Never Sleeps
Series: The Perfect Gentlemen #1
Author: Shayla Black and Lexi Blake
Release Date: August 18, 2015


From the New York Times bestselling authors of the Masters of Ménage series . . .

They are the Perfect Gentlemen of Creighton Academy: privileged, wealthy, powerful friends with a wild side. But a deadly scandal is about to tear down their seemingly ideal lives...

Maddox Crawford’s sudden death sends Gabriel Bond reeling. Not only is he burying his best friend, he’s cleaning up Mad’s messes, including his troubled company. Grieving and restless, Gabe escapes his worries in the arms of a beautiful stranger. But his mind-blowing one-night stand is about to come back to haunt him...

Mad groomed Everly Parker to be a rising star in the executive world. Now that he’s gone, she’s sure her job will be the next thing she mourns, especially after she ends up accidentally sleeping with her new boss. If only their night together hadn’t been so incendiary—or Gabe like a fantasy come true...

As Gabe and Everly struggle to control the heated tension between them, they discover evidence that Mad’s death was no accident. Now they must bank their smoldering passions to hunt down a murderer—because Mad had secrets that someone was willing to kill for, and Gabe or Everly could be the next target...






Scandal Never Sleeps (The Perfect Gentlemen #1) by Shayla Black and Lexi Blake was AH-MAZING! The perfect combination of suspense, mystery and sexy! All of the things that keep me coming back for more. 

Gabriel Bond - Mr. Bond, if you please - and Everly Parker mysteriously meet at a bar following the death of someone special in their lives. Neither realizes the connection between the two. What follows is copious amounts of fabulous sex, a mystery that seems to become more and more complex, The Perfect Gentlemen and superb sex. 

I love, love, love this book! A well-written mystery that can't be figured out in the first 100 pages is one of my favorite things to read. Add smokin' hot sex, a couple who have off-the-pages intense chemistry and a couple of additional alpha men. SOLD! I'll take one of each please. Gabe. Dax. Connor. Zach. Roman. ALL MINE :) 
~ Review by Heather

Everly Parker is reeling over the death of her boss, Maddox “Mad” Crawford. Fear of the unknown future of her executive position sends Everly to the bar with her co-workers after Mad’s funeral. Upon meeting the hottest man she’s ever seen, Everly gives in to her need to forget and agrees to a one night stand.

Gabriel “Gabe” Bond has had a horrible week. He’s just buried one of his oldest and best friends and now he’s left cleaning up Mad’s messes. Grieving and needing to feel something other than the pain from his loss, Gabe gives in and spends what was supposed to be a one night stand with a gorgeous mystery woman, Eve.

What neither one can predict is that this one night stand is going to come back to haunt them—Gabe is Everly’s new boss and the tension is high. Along with this tension is a level of distrust and secrets that may be deadly if revealed. Secrets that have already killed Mad. Gabe and Everly need to put aside their feelings if they’re to figure out the real secret to Mad’s death.

Oh, I love a great romantic suspense! Especially a hot and dirty one! Scandal Never Sleeps ticks off all the boxes: intrigue, romance, hot and dirty sexy scenes, rich playboys, powerful friends, secrets and lies…did I mention hot and dirty sexy scenes? 

I loved the interconnection with all of Gabe’s friends, who date back to the time spent in boarding school at the Creighton Academy. They know each other—their actions and reactions that which only lifelong friendships can foster. I can’t wait for the next book in the series! 
~ Review by Missy



Shayla Black is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 30 sizzling contemporary, erotic, paranormal, and historical romances, including the Wicked Lovers series (His to Take, Theirs to Cherish, and Ours to Love). She lives in Texas with her husband, munchkin, and one very spoiled cat. 

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband, three kids, and the laziest rescue dog in the world. She is the author of the Masters and Mercenaries series, including You Only Love Twice, Cherished, and A View to a Thrill

Together, Black and Blake pen the New York Times bestselling Masters of Ménage novels, including Their Virgin Mistress, Their Virgin Secretary and Their Virgin Hostage.


Shayla Black

Lexi Blake