Showing posts with label love. Show all posts
Showing posts with label love. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Waiting on Wednesday: Nobody But Us
releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
Nobody But Us by Kristin Halbrook
Expected Publication: January 29, 2012
Synopsis:
Bonnie and Clyde meets IF I STAY in this addictively heart-wrenching story of two desperate teenagers on the run from their pasts.
They’re young. They’re in love. They’re on the run.
Zoe wants to save Will as much as Will wants to save Zoe. When Will turns eighteen, they decide to run away together. But they never expected their escape to be so fraught with danger....
When the whole world is after you, sometimes it seems like you can’t run fast enough.
Nobody But Us, told in alternating perspectives from Will and Zoe, is an unflinching novel, in turns heartbreaking and hopeful, about survival, choices, and love...and how having love doesn’t always mean that you get a happy ending. Described as “beautiful, heartbreaking, and exhilarating” by Kody Keplinger, author of The DUFF, Nobody But Us will prove irresistible to fans of Nina Lacour, Jenny Han, and Sara Zarr.
This one has been on my list for a while.
With all the young love and running.
And possible danger, and stuff.
I bet it's going to be amazing :)
Is this on your to be read list?
What are you waiting on?
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Book Review: Anything He Wants by Sara Fawkes
Lucy Delacourt's temp position isn't quite her dream job but it pays the bills. The highlight of her day is riding the elevator in the mornings with a handsome stranger. Tall, dark, and sexy as hell, Lucy knows he's way out of her league, but a girl can look, right?
Everything changes the day the stranger seduces her. Completely out of character, she yields without a fight, but she has no idea her wanton acts with a man whose name she doesn't know will change her life forever. Because the sexy stranger is none other than Jeremiah Hamilton, billionaire CEO of Hamilton Industries, and one taste isn't nearly enough to satisfy his need. As the billionaire pulls Lucy deeper into his world of high stakes business deals and ruthless takeovers, he demands nothing less than her complete surrender. But even as enemies seek deadly revenge against him, she’ll discover that her greatest threat is falling for her fiercely guarded boss…and yielding to her own darkest needs.
My Thoughts:
This book was good, I didn't love it unfortunately. The sex scenes were hot, but nothing compared to Selena Kitt or Sylvia Day. They were on the shorter side and just weren't really that descriptive. And it was straight and to the point. Not much foreplay which obviously sets the mood for the whole scene. I would definitely read another book by Sara Fawkes simply because she thought outside the box and it really did make a difference in my overall opinion.
About 50% into the book I really wanted to give up on this book. Not because it's bad because it's not but because every other 'bdsm' book is going the same now days. Some bottom of the line worker is seen by the million or billionaire or even bajillionaire and he instead has to hire her for some outrageous, essentially stupid position and have sex with her. So she's technically a fancy hooker. and then he likes her. But he can't love her for some random reason. And then some threat is involved and he has to keep her safe. And then its all over and he still can't love her. Sorry about the rant, but you know its true. So I was really thinking this book was going to follow that path....
It did somewhat, but it was very different at the same time. There was a whole lot more threat in the whole somebody's trying to kill us part. And way more deep and detailed. There was so much drama I almost couldn't keep up. The ending is what really made me give it a 4 star rating. I was incredibly relieved that it didn't end like fifty shades. With the whole marriage and happy ending bullshit. The ending to this book was really amazing. I can't picture it ending any other way.
And I just want to say sorry its been taking me forever to read one book and I've been posting mostly movie reviews, but since its the holidays and I work in retail, I've been working like crazy. And its so much faster to watch a movie and it helps me wind down. But have no fear, it'll be over soon.
Have you read Sara Fawkes?
What about this series?
If so, what did you think?
If not, are you going to?
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Movie Review: Hope Springs
Release Date: August 8, 2012
DVD Release: December 4, 2012
Plot Summary:
Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones) are a devoted couple, but decades of marriage have left Kay wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. When she hears of a renowned couple's specialist (Steve Carell) in the small town of Great Hope Springs, she attempts to persuade her skeptical husband, a steadfast man of routine, to get on a plane for a week of marriage therapy.
Just convincing the stubborn Arnold to go on the retreat is hard enough - the real challenge for both of them comes as they shed their bedroom hang-ups and try to re-ignite the spark that caused them to fall for each other in the first place.
Cast:
My Thoughts:
This is a must see for Meryl Streep fans. I really love her, I think she is one of the most amazing actresses ever. This movie was however pretty sad because their marriage is getting boring and she desperately wanted to spice it up and help it out a little, but he is so old fashioned. He didn't want to go to therapy, he didn't want some random guy telling him what to do in his marriage. But it really worked out for the best.
It had it's serious moments and lots of funny moments. I think everyone should watch this movie.
Reasons To Watch It:
- It has Meryl Streep.
- Who doesn't love old people in love?!
- Tommy Lee Jones still has it.
- It's a feel good film.
Screenshots :)
Are you a Meryl Streep fan?
Did you watch Hope Springs?
If not, is it on your list?
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Waiting on Wednesday: From Ashes
From Ashes by Molly McAdams
Expected Publication: Dec 11, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012
Walking Disaster Cover!
Look what I found today!
The cover of Walking Disaster!
Just in case you haven't seen it!
Here it is, in all it's glory!
And OMG! It's gorgeous!
And in case you don't know what
Walking Disaster is- it's the not-
so-much-sequel/companion
novel to Beautiful Disaster by
Jamie McGuire. This one is the
same story, but with more insight
into Travis' life and from his POV.
You can read my review for
Beautiful Disaster here.
Have you pre-ordered
your copy yet?
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Movie Review: The Lucky One
Release Date: April 20, 2012
DVD Release: August 28, 2012
U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault (Efron) returns from his third tour of duty in Iraq, with the one thing he credits with keeping him alive--a photograph he found of a woman he doesn't even know.
Learning her name is Beth (Schilling) and where she lives, he shows up at her door, and ends up taking a job at her family-run local kennel.
Despite her initial mistrust and the complications in her life, a romance develops between them, giving Logan hope that Beth could be much more than his good luck charm.
Cast:
-Zac Efron
-Taylor Schilling
-Blythe Danner
-Riley Thomas Stewart
-Jay R. Ferguson
-Adam LeFevre
-Robert Hayes
-Joe Chrest
-Russell Durham Comegys
-Sharon Morris
-Ann McKenzie
-Kendal Tuttle
My Thoughts:
I thought this was going to be a sappy love story, but it really was great! When I first saw the trailer for this movie I was at the movies with my sister and we were like: "OMG! Who's that guy? Oh wow, dude, I think that's Zac Efron. No way! It can't be! Oh my god, it totally is. Man! He really grew up!" Haha. Our conversation really did go just like that. So I was excited when I finally got to watch it!
And he was really hot in this movie. He looked really cute as a soldier. And their sex scene was like wow! I didn't know he had it in him. Other than that it was a cute and really good story. It wasn't really deep. It had to do with war and her brother. Along with a little bit of her crazy ex husband thrown in. It's definitely a chick flick and I think most girls/women would love it!
Screenshots :)
Do you remember young
Zac Efron? Isn't he cute?
Did you see this movie?
Tell me what you thought...
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Book Review: Heidi & the Kaiser by Selena Kitt
Mousy little Heidi is a wanna-be designer who works as nothing more than a glorified go-fer for one of the largest and most well-known companies in the world of fashion.
When she accidentally stains CEO Warren Kaiser's pants, she gets two things she didn't expect—a spanking…and a job. Kaiser hires her as his assistant, and her “training” proves to be quite a test of surrender.
Warning: 18+ ONLY This title contains erotic situations, graphic language, spanking, domination, submission, and an office romance hot enough to leave hand prints!
My Thoughts:
So I was in a major reading slump before starting this book. I started reading Switch by Megan Hart, and by the synopsis it seemed really great, but it's not. I started looking for something that I knew would interest me. My sister actually introduced me to Selena Kitt, I had never heard of her up until a few months ago. I read one of her short stories called Hannah’s Choice, which I downloaded for free on iBooks and it's also free on Goodreads, and that wasn't very good. The description of the sex was good, but the storyline was just plain weird. So I decided to give her another chance.
With me being in that reading slump and everything, I wanted to find a book that was on the shorter side because who comes out of a slump reading a 400 page book? Not this girl. I had a little craving for some more erotica since finishing Reflected in You and decided to go through my Selena Kitt TBR list and this one sounded perfect.
I think I knew from the first few pages that I was going to LOVE this book... it just had that vibe that I was unknowingly looking for. Since the whole bdsm erotica fad has come into play... I’ve been looking for some real bdsm quality stuff. Although this is on the lighter side, the intensity of being told what to do is all there. And the sex in this book was very, very hot!
When she fell and tripped over his legs and messed up his pants I was thinking: "oh shit, here we go with another Christian Grey thing!" But no, hell no, this is way, way, way (a million times way) better. This short story is intense, ravishing, beautiful, and so sexy. Although Kaiser is described as a man with salt and pepper hair, that old man can rock my socks anyday!
I really liked Heidi, she was a really great submissive character, they don't really make em like that anymore! And Kaiser, oh my, he never backs down. And let’s face it: every female loves a strong male character. One person I didn't really care for was Heidi's friend Lenny, he was just a bit annoying and I felt like he needed to just go away, but in the end it all worked out very well. And I hated Andrea, what a hateful bitch she was; I just wanted to slap her so bad. And I’m not sure if Selena Kitt was trying to use the real Roberto Cavalli and just ended up misspelling his name, but I kept thinking that every time his name would appear, in this book it's spelled -Roberto Cavelli.
One more last thing is: I’m going to talk crap about the cover. Yes, it was published by a not so big company. But really?? The cover is almost horrible. I love the position the models are in, because it's obviously in the book a lot. But like I said before, Kaiser is described as having salt and pepper hair, so obviously he is older. And the model is what? Like 30? And I think I remember Heidi being described as a blonde, and when she gets her hair done she says she got more blonde highlights, but the girl on the cover has a dark blonde, but more on the light brown side, color of hair... I just wish they would have thought more about it. Also, I do believe this is the second cover, the first one is also inaccurate... if you read the book and then look up the cover, you'll see why.
Overall I gave it 5 stars, I couldn't really find anything wrong with it. It was perfect and exactly what I needed to get out of that reading slump. And it's a very quick read at only 152 pages, but let me tell you, a whole lot happens in those pages. If you're into the whole dom/sub thing, I’m sure you will love this one. Definitely give it a try.
Have you read any Selena Kitt?
Ever heard of this book?
Have any erotica recommendations?
Have a great one everybody!
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Beautiful Disaster Special Signed Edition
I'm sure most of us know that this is not a new release, but there is something very special about this release. For one, it's hardcover, which I believe was not previously offered. And two, it's signed!! Yes, signed! The book jacket is also a little different than the original, it's pearlized and foily looking. Only 5,000 were printed and signed by Jamie McGuire. She also said on her website that they are really signed, not stamped or copied!
I already read this book and I absolutely loved it. I have recommended it to everybody I know that reads, and even some people that don't read regularly. If you haven't read it yet, you most definitely should. You can read my review for it here.
Synopsis:
INTENSE. DANGEROUS. ADDICTIVE.
Abby Abernathy is a good girl. She doesn't drink or swear, and she has the appropriate number of cardigans in her wardrobe. Abby believes she has enough distance from the darkness of her past, but when she arrives at college with her best friend, her path to a new beginning is quickly challenged by Eastern University’s Walking One-Night Stand.
Travis Maddox, lean, cut, and covered in tattoos, is exactly what Abby wants—and needs—to avoid. He spends his nights winning money in a floating fight ring, and his days as the ultimate college campus charmer. Intrigued by Abby’s resistance to his appeal, Travis tricks her into his daily life with a simple bet. If he loses, he must remain abstinent for a month. If Abby loses, she must live in Travis’s apartment for the same amount of time. Either way, Travis has no idea that he has met his match.
Tell me, what are you
waiting on this week?
Is this edition on your
to-buy list? I hope so!
Have a great day!
Friday, November 9, 2012
Book Review: Purity by Jackson Pearce
A novel about love, loss, and sex -- but not necessarily in that order.
Before her mother died, Shelby promised three things: to listen to her father, to love as much as possible, and to live without restraint. Those Promises become harder to keep when Shelby's father joins the planning committee for the Princess Ball, an annual dance that ends with a ceremonial vow to live pure lives -- in other words, no "bad behavior," no breaking the rules, and definitely no sex.
Torn between Promises One and Three, Shelby makes a decision -- to exploit a loophole and lose her virginity before taking the vow. But somewhere between failed hookup attempts and helping her dad plan the ball, Shelby starts to understand what her mother really meant, what her father really needs, and who really has the right to her purity.
My Thoughts:
I thought that this was going to be a easy, simple, happy go lucky read... But it was so much more than that. Shelby really learned a lot about herself and about life. When I first discovered his book I couldn't wait to read it, but I finally got it. And all I have to say is: I really enjoyed the story.
I thought it was gonna be different when they started talking about the ball. I guess I thought that she was going to really hate it and be mean about it, but it really turned out to be a good experience for her and her dad. She really was a great character. And I loved Jonas and Ruby, what great friends she had. It made me smile when they were all together hanging out. It kind of reminded me of some old times.
I really liked the part where she's talking about religion and how she thinks her mother saw it. And how everyone else sees it. And if she thinks it's okay or not to believe. She says that she's jealous of Mona because she has it all figured out, Mona believes in God and has her faith and religion. I thought that was a really important part of the story. I think that's what a lot of people struggle with and I think most will be able to relate to the character.
I see how a lot of people could think that this is going to be a religious story, besides from the part I just talked about, it's not at all. It's really about Shelby going on this adventure with her dad, helping him plan this ball, even though she doesn't really follow all the beliefs that the ball represents. They really get to spend some time together and get to know each other again. Her and her father have only been co-existing since her mother died. She says that they have sort of ignored each other for years.
It's also about her losing her virginity, and that's a big part of it. But it ends up being so much more than that. She ends up finding love and finding what really matters most in life. And ultimately finding herself and figuring out what she wants from life and how she wants to live it. Instead of doing what others would want her to do. And I love her commitment to her mother, with the promises. Normally a teenage girl would say screw the promises, but they really meant something to her and I loved that.
Another thing is- I thought I had it all figured out. I kept thinking to myself: "Oh, this is so predictable, I know exactly what's going to happen." Although it did sort of happen. It wasn't exactly what I thought. Which I liked. I hate being right all the time. I like some surprise. All around it was a good book and a quick read since it's just over 200 pages. I gave it 3 stars, but it would really be 3.5. This was my first read from Jackson Pearce, and I like her writing style. I'll be trying some more of her books soon.
Have you read Purity?
Is it on your tbr list?
What did you think of it?
Leave a comment :)
Have a great day!
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Waiting on Wednesday: Everything Fades Away
Everything Fades Away by Zane
(Btw, this is an eshort story)
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Jenny Pox Lovers
Jenny Plague-Bringer
This is just a little reminder to the Jenny Pox lovers that the fourth book, Jenny Plague-Bringer, is now available. It was released in October. I just recently read Jenny Pox, you can see my review here, I have to say I really loved it. It was something different that I really enjoyed. If you haven't tried the series, you most definitely should. And since I haven't read the second and third book in the series, I won't be posting the synopsis to this book, because I don't want it to spoil anything for me or anyone else who hasn't read them.
Here's the synopsis for Jenny Pox:
Eighteen-year-old Jenny Morton has a horrific secret: her touch spreads a deadly supernatural plague, the "Jenny pox." She lives by a single rule: Never touch anyone. A lifetime of avoiding any physical contact with others has made her isolated and painfully lonely in her small rural town.
Then she meets the one boy she can touch. Jenny feels herself falling for Seth...but if she's going to be with him, Jenny must learn to use the deadly pox inside her to confront his ruthless and manipulative girlfriend Ashleigh, who secretly wields the most dangerous power of all.
**Not recommended for readers under eighteen.**
Are you a Jenny Pox lover?
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Movie Review: 35 & Ticking
"35 & Ticking" centers around the lives of Victoria, Zenobia , Clevon, and Phil -- all friends approaching the age of 35 and struggling to build the families they've always dreamed of.
While Zenobia is still looking for a man, Victoria is married to a man who doesn't want children. Clevon, meanwhile, is too geeky to get a woman, and Phil is already married with children, but his wife is not very interested in being a mother.
All four of them try to rectify their romantic lives and futures while their biological clocks tick away.
-Tamala Jones
-Nicole Ari Parker
-Kevin Hart
-Keith Robinson
-Darius McCrary
-Meagan Good
-Dondre Whitfield
-Jill Marie Jones
-Clifton Powell
-Wendy Raquel Robinson
-Luenell
-Mike Epps
-Kym Whitley
Releases:
Theaters: May 20, 2011
DVD: September 13, 2011
Favorite Scenes:
-Zenobia's date..
-Colt 45.
-The house party.
-Colt 45.
-The house party.
-Kevin harts day dream in the bowling alley.
-Everytime Kevin Hart went to donate.
-Everytime Kevin Hart went to donate.
Reasons to watch it:
-If you love Kevin Hart.
-If you love comedies.
-If you love the all black cast.
-If you love Luenell.
Reasons to not watch it:
-If you hate laughing.
-Hate seeing other peoples joy.
-Are racist..
-Or just a loser like that.
Screenshots :)
Have you seen it?
Did you think it was funny?
Leave me a comment.
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