Showing posts with label Brooke Lee. Show all posts
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Monday, September 18, 2017

Must Read Monday


HERE ARE A COUPLE OF BOOKS THAT I HAVE READ THAT YOU SHOULD TOO!

X-Treme Confusion, book one

Author: Taylor Johns
Genre: Contemporary Erotic Romance 

Blurb: Bent over, ready and wanton.
No strings attached.
No second dates.
That’s the way I like things.
Fast, hard and easy cleanup.
I am a busy man with a dark past.
I don’t need the distraction or drama that comes from a real relationship.
Call me a jackass but at least I am honest about it.
There’s only one woman that makes me want more.
One woman who has worked her way into my soul. The thing is she doesn’t know it.
Soon, soon I will have her. But once I do, I know I will destroy her. My darkness will over take me and I will ruin the only good thing in my life.

My Review: This is the first book that I have read from the author and I am so glad I got the chance to read this one. The main male character Xavier (X) is one serious Alpha Male with major issues that makes you want to hate him but deep down has a sweet side that makes you fall in love with him. The main female character Lillian (Lilly) is a strong independent woman with a smart mouth that tells it like it is and take no crap from anyone especially from X. This book is hot and steamy from beginning to end. X and Lilly fight to avoid their attraction to each other knowing a relationship is a bad idea that can only end bad. When they can't keep their hands off each other, they have a hot and heavy world wind of fun until it is ruined by a cowardly mistake. Only a horrible tragedy can help them find their way back to each other. This book will take you on a wonderful emotional roller-coaster ride leaving you hot and breathless. I would recommend this book to any over 18 who is looking for sizzling page turner!

I Am ShelbyJames (Beauty in the Darkness Book 1)

Author: Brooke Lee
Genre: Bisexual Erotic Romance 

Blurb: I am Shelby James - self-loathing poet and artist, daughter, sister, best friend, and bisexual commitment-phobe. My life has been a lackluster existence. The only constant bright spot in my life my best friend, my soul-mate, Veronica "Roni" Monroe.
For years, I have given into my lust for both men and women, but now, at the age of thirty-two, I realize I need more than just a booty call.
I need more.
While on my search for “more”, I find much more than I bargained for. This time, giving into my urges may destroy everything good in my life.
Follow me on my journey to find my happiness. To find the real me.
To find the beauty in the darkness.

My Review: First I must say I won a free e-copy of this book from author Brooke Lee with no promises of anything in return. The author tackles the difficult and sometimes taboo subject of bi-sexuality and does a wonderful job of it. The use of art and poetry as an outlet that the main character Shelby uses to help deal with her emotions, insecurities and bouts of depression that plaque her is awesome and easy to relate to. Even though this book could fall in the erotic category because of the hot, steamy sex scenes there is a really good plot about a struggling artist learning to love herself and except the love of others. I recommend this book to anyone over 18 and can't wait to read more from this author.

Night Walker (Undeadly Secrets Book 1)

Author: Aaron L Speer
Genre: Adult Paranormal Fiction 

Blurb: Raised by her aunt as a baby after the death of her father and her mother being institutionalized, Alexandra "Alex" Hensley grew up determined to put the past behind her. As such, her boyfriend Matt and best friend Lauren, became her new family, and her love for them was unquestioned.
On a night out, the trio meet Dante Delavega, owner of the hottest nightclub in Sydney. Despite Lauren's advances, Delavega hovers over Alex like a mysterious, protective shadow, all but completely ignoring her friends. His actions flatter Alex but confuse and anger both Lauren and Matt.
To prevent losing the two people that have been there for her for as long as she can remember, Alex feels she owes it to them and herself to find out what it is about Dante that is pulling them apart. But once she delves into his world, Alex cannot go back. For Dante holds the key to the truth about her family. When Alex discovers what really happened to her parents, she unlocks an Australian secret kept hidden since the First Fleet.
But no truth comes without a cost. A secret of this magnitude has remained due to one simple rule: they join us or die. Suddenly, Matt and Lauren disappear and Dante's greatest battle begins. Can he truly save Alex? Or will Alex have to make the ultimate sacrifice, for those she loves?

My Review: A refreshing vampire story. This book is well written and the characters are all great, even the secondary ones. The story line is not forced and flows nicely with bits of the past added to add depth to the characters. There is plenty of action, suspense, power struggles, betrayal, love and lust. Unlike most vampire books and movies this book does not romanticize what vampires are. This book has more of a realistic and authentic take on the paranormal world. If you are a true fan of vampires then this is a must read.

Guarding Eden: A Midway Novel Book One (Hidden Wings)

Author: Cameo Renae
Genre: YA Fantasy 

Blurb: Tucked away at an upscale, private boarding school in Brindle Hollow, Washington, seventeen-year-old Eden East comes face to face with a hideous creature on her walk back to her dorm. Shaken to her core, she's left questioning the world around her, and soon finds herself entering a friendship with a hot, new student named Alexander.
Little does she know, Alex is a Guardian Angel, sent from Midway to protect her from those dangerous creatures—known as Darkling—lurking in the forest outside Brindle Hall. It isn’t long before Alex learns this is no ordinary assignment. Eden’s existence holds a secret; something hidden from even herself.
Eden is thrust into a world where Fallen angels and creatures of the Underworld will stop at nothing to catch her. With Alex at her side and a little help from some of his old friends, they form a formidable front against the enemy.
Hopefully, it’s not too little, too late.
Guarding Eden is a Hidden Wings Spin-off Series and a Midway Novel.
Intended for Ages 15 and over

My Review: WOW! Guarding Eden is a spin off from the author's Hidden Wings" series. This book can be read as a standalone but I would recommend reading the Hidden Wings series first, it will give you background into some of the characters in this book, plus they are amazing books. This book is an awesome read in its own right. I set down this morning and started this book, here it is 12 hours later and I just finished. I lost a whole day trapped in this book unable to put it down. The two main characters Alex and Eden are perfect and the secondary characters brings the book to life. There is some suspense, action and even a few funny moments making this a great YA PNR book! A must read!

Mass Casualty: A Medical Thriller Romance

Author: Derek Adam
Genre: Medical Romance Thriller 

Blurb: With 12 years under his belt as a highly-regarded paramedic in Detroit, Bobbie Badger has seen it all. Despite a tragic loss that shattered his home life, he has remained a stoic guardian to the city, committed to saving lives.
Until someone, or something, chose him as a target.
As ominous warnings surface, and those closest to him begin to turn up dead, Badger’s only salvation could rest with his estranged wife, Holly - a combat veteran, and sheriff’s deputy.
Will skill, passion, and determination be enough to overcome what hunts him?
Mature Content Warning: Mass Casualty is a medical thriller featuring two paramedics and includes elements of action, comedy, heroism, crime, mystery, and suspense. Some story elements are based on true patient encounters and could elicit a strong emotional response. As this book is also a second chance romance, there are erotica romance elements featuring explicit sexual scenes including light BDSM.

My Review: I borrowed this book on my Kindle Unlimited. This was the first book by this author that I have read and I believe this to be his debut novel. For a first book, this was pretty good. I enjoyed the story line and the characters were well written. There were a couple parts that bothered me. First, I was quick to figure out the who, I was hoping for more of a twist and to be wrong and shocked at the end but wasn't. I also expected some type of police presence at the hospital after the "accident" and there was none, for someone in the police cross hairs there was no sign of them. Over all a good book that I would recommend to others.

Monday, July 17, 2017

Blog Tour


Reflecting Roni
Beauty in the Darkness - Book 3
By Brooke Lee
Genre: Erotic Suspense
Release Date: May 27, 2017
Cover Design by Cassy Roop of Pink Ink Designs


~Blurb~

Mistakes
Bad Choices
Too trusting
These are all words that describe the old me.

The mistakes I made over a decade ago still haunt my subconscious. I’ve tried to keep my past buried, but every time I see the darkness in my best friend Shelby’s eyes, my heart breaks all over again.

Sexy
Successful
Self-confident
These are words that describe me today.

Looking in the mirror, I see a sexy, confident and successful woman reflected back at me. I’ve found a man that not only fulfills my carnal desires, but one who is quickly filling the empty space in my heart. With both Kyle and Shelby by my side, my life is nearly perfect.

Perfect until one of the biggest mistakes of my life strolls back into town, bringing with him all of the darkness from my past.

I am Roni Monroe and this is my story.

As a birthday gift to you, Brooke Lee has put the entire Beauty in the Darkness Series is ON SALE from July 16th thru 20th. One-click now and help her celebrate!

I Am ShelbyJames, bk 1 
On sale for only 99¢

I Am The Muse Poet, bk 2 
For FREE

Reflecting Roni, bk 3
On sale for only $1.99

Brooke Lee, Author



Purchase Links:
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What others are saying about Reflecting Roni

“This was a story that took me through the paces emotionally. I laughed, I cried, I got mad as heck and I even got a little hot a bothered heck I got hot and bothered a lot. I was drawn into this story and felt a connection to the characters.”– 5 Stars Lita Tasty Wordgasms

“Roni and Shelby are still best friends and I may be a little jealous of their relationship. Everyone needs friends like these 2 women. They laugh together, are protective of each other and they cry together. I loved this book and hope others will too.” – 5 Stars, Tanya Rae, Tasty Wordgasms

“Thoroughly enjoyed this journey with Roni, I couldn’t put it down it was so exciting.” – 5 Stars, Janine P

  

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~More About Brooke Lee~

Growing up, Brooke’s mother instilled a deep respect for the English language and a love of words. She taught Brooke to read and write and shared her appreciation for poetry. As a teen, poetry became an outlet for Brooke’s innermost thoughts and deepest, often times darkest feelings.

In school, teachers always told her “write what you know”, so that is what she did. At the not so tender age of forty-three, she started to write her first novel, I Am ShelbyJames (Beauty in the Darkness) and it is what she knows—emotions.

In her spare time—when she’s not writing—you can find Brooke cuddled on the couch with her husband of 20+ years, their fur babies, and a good (often naughty) eBook—unless of course she’s having cocktails with her Bestie at one of their favorite haunts.

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Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Meet the author


Welcome all.
Today I’m very lucky to be interviewing Brooke Lee author of The Beauty in the Darkness Series.

ME: Hi Brooke Lee, thank you for agreeing to this interview. Tell us a little about yourself and your background?
BROOKE LEE: My mother has taught me my love of words and my father was an artist. Between the two of them I learned a healthy appreciation for the arts.
Poetry is in my blood and I am a very visual person, so often my inspiration for a poem starts with an image. My book I Am ShelbyJames was born from my poetry.

ME: Which writers inspire you?
BROOKE LEE: Honestly, there are so many. I will say the generosity of Kendall Grey, Faith Gibson, Lainie Suzanne and Taylor Johns is most inspirational. These authors share their time, knowledgeable, experience and sometimes even a shoulder to other authors trying to make it in this business. They understand there is room for all and encourage others.

ME: What are you working on at the minute?
BROOKE LEE: I have another book in my Beauty in the Darkness Series started and 3 other stories in the works. What's next?? That's the question. Only the voices know and so far, they haven't said.

ME: Which actor/actress would you like to see playing the lead character from your most recent book?
BROOKE LEE: I don't know really. Maybe Rumor Willis, she's got an edge that might work for Shelby.

Me: When did you decide to become a writer?
BROOKE LEE: I never really made a conscious decision. I've always been a writer, but I decided to try my hand at novel writing about three years ago.

ME: Do you write on a typewriter, computer, dictate or longhand?
BROOKE LEE: I write on my laptop and phone sometimes. But I also have journals all over the place with notes I jot down.

ME: Do you work to an outline or plot or do you prefer just to see where an idea takes you?
BROOKE LEE: I just write the words that are whispered by my Muse.

ME: Do you read much and if so who are your favorite authors?
BROOKE LEE: I read as much as I can. Sometimes too much and I forget to stop reading and write.

ME: Do you think that giving books away free works and why?
BROOKE LEE: If you mean does it sell more books? I don't know. I think it helps to get your name out there. But it's really difficult for new writers to garner attention.

ME: How do you relax?
BROOKE LEE: I write poetry, listen to music and hang out with my hubs and BFF.

ME: What is your favorite book and why?
BROOKE LEE: That's hard to answer. But I will say Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning is definitely in the running.

ME: What is your favorite quote?
BROOKE LEE: "Be careful what you wish for, you just might get it." I don't know it's origination, my mom always says it.

ME: What advice would you give to aspiring writers?
BROOKE LEE: Just write the story that's in your heart.

ME: What does your writing process look like?
BROOKE LEE: I am sort of an unorganized person. Never does my process look the same. I write when the words come, no matter where I am.

ME: What is your least favorite part of the publishing / writing process?
BROOKE LEE: Promotion! I don't like having to sell myself or beg for sales.

ME: Is there a certain type of scene that's harder for you to write than others? Love? Action? Racy?
BROOKE LEE: Not really. I do find it challenging to come up with new ways to write sex scenes. I never want my readers to feel they just read the same thing five pages ago or in the last book they read.

ME: Did you learn anything from writing your book(s) and what was it?
BROOKE LEE: I learned that it's not easy, but so with it. I received the gift of pride in myself the moment I hit publish.

ME: Name one entity that you feel supported you outside of family members.
BROOKE LEE: Faith Gibson has been my mentor, my rock and my support from the moment I decided to write. Without her I would never have finished anything.

ME: Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
BROOKE LEE: Finding the time to write. It becomes an all-consuming activity and I feel guilty for neglecting the rest of my life.

ME: What book are you reading now?
BROOKE LEE: I am currently reading a WIP from another author.

ME: What are your current projects?
BROOKE LEE: I have 4 books in the works now.

ME: What is your favorite theme/genre to write about?
BROOKE LEE: Poetry is my favorite, bit I seem to be pretty good at Erotica.

ME: What is your favorite theme/genre to read?
BROOKE LEE: Romance of any sort.

ME: How can readers discover more about you and you work? i.e. Website: Blog: Facebook: Twitter: Lnkedin: Pinterest: Amazon Author Page: Smashwords: Book Links: (* American, UK, etc.) Goodreads:
BROOKE LEE:



      ME: Is there anything else you would like to add that I haven’t included?
BROOKE LEE: I just want people to enjoy my words. Set aside societal norms and read my work because the stories are good, the writing is good and it made them feel something.
ME: Thank you very much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to take part in this interview.
BROOKE LEE: I'm excited to have been asked, thank you.


***Brooke Lee’s REFLECTING RONI blog tour birthday bash is July 16-20th! I also have it on authority that Brooke's birthday occurs during this event and she always throws a great party. Come check out the party and RSVP today, this is one event you do not want to miss! https://www.facebook.com/events/455953164757818/?ti=as