Breaking the Rules by Katie McGarry

Echo and Noah. Noah and Echo. 

Finally I got my chubby little hands on this beautiful book. 

And I was warned before hand that I would shed some tears, but little did I know they'd be big fat ones.

“She looked hurt. Hurt means she cares. It’s indifference that should scare you. The same look foster parents give you when you come and go.”

In 'Pushing the Limits' we met the broken Noah and Echo. We watched as they fell in love with one another, we saw them face their problems and find a way to still trust eachother, to smile and laugh again. To finally find someone who understood just wanting to 'fit in.'

But in Breaking the Rules we see the truth behind that pain, that it never just ends because they fell in love with one another. Life isn't like the fairytales and McGarry truly gets that message across with her mesmerising writing and magnificent story-telling skills. 

She tackles some major issues in this book from learning to stand on your own two feet in the real world while also facing your problems head on. 

Noah must figure out some truths about his need to be accepted, while Echo must learn to make her own decisions. 

“Sometimes we don’t choose the memories, but they choose us.”

Now I need to have a little rant about how annoyed I was at both Echo and Noah for basically half of this book. 

I found Echo became a little selfish and there was a few times she became embarrassed over Noah.. yet Noah has never been embarrassed over her. I almost felt like I needed to climb into those pages and have a little talk with Echo. Explain what was so clearly right in front of her. 

Noah doubted again and again Echo's love for him, her want to be with him and how proud she was in him. He truly believed one day she'd wake up and realise what a 'low-life' he was. This made me angry and upset, how could Noah ever think this? (Like come on he's drool-worthy!)

I nod, telling her I get it."I fucked up."

"You did." Beth won't look at me."I'll take care of her."

We get quite a few wonderful scenes with Isaiah and Beth! 

Oh Katie, how I hate to say it but I still remember why I shipped them so hard, why it hurt when Beth fell in love with Ryan and left him behind, why it still hurts that they were never meant to be together.. But I must remind myself; destructive love is worse than no love.. right?!

This book gets 5 stars out of 5. Katie McGarry didn't fail to draw me in. She let us in on the harsh realities that is life and she made me cry. Every good book makes me cry, makes my heart break then glues it all together for a special closing. 

So Thank-you Katie, Thank-you for telling Noah and Echo's story. It needed to be told. 

GO GRAB A COPY OF THIS BOOK AND READ UNTIL THE SUN COMES UP!

“The worst type of letting go isn't the kicking or the screaming, because at least then there's enough emotion left to fight.No,the worst type is the silent acceptance.The quietness of the release.That's when the person realizes they no longer give a damn.”

Gamble Brothers Series by J.Lynn

3 hot brothers, 3 love stories, many different ways of making love. 

Blurbs; 

Tempting the Best Man 

A sexy category romance from Entangled's Brazen imprint...

She'll make him lose control...

Madison Daniels has worshipped her brother's best friend since they were kids. Everyone thinks she and Chase Gamble would make the perfect couple, but there are two major flaws in their logic. 1) Chase has sworn off relationships of any kind, and 2) after blurring the line between friends and lovers for one night four years ago, they can't stop bickering.

Forced together for her brother's wedding getaway, Chase and Madison decide to call a truce for the happy couple. Except all bets are off when they're forced to shack up in a tacky 70’s honeymoon suite and survive a multitude of "accidents" as the family tries to prove their "spark" can be used than for more than fighting. That is, if they don't strangle each other first....

Tempting the Player

A sexy category romance from Entangled's Brazen imprint...

He's a player on and off the field...

Chad Gamble, all-star pitcher for the Nationals, is one of the best players on—and off—the field. And right now, the notorious bad boy wants Bridget Rodgers. But with her lush curves and snappy comebacks, the feisty redhead is the kind of woman a man wants to settle down with…and that’s the last thing Chad needs.

When the paparazzi catch them in a compromising position, Chad’s manager issues an ultimatum: clean up his act or kiss his multi-million dollar contract goodbye. To save his career, his meddling publicist says he'll have to convince everyone Bridget isn’t just his flavor of the week, but his girlfriend.

Being blackmailed into a fake relationship with Chad Gamble isn’t easy, especially when the sizzling physical attraction between them is undeniable. With a month to go on their arranged pretense, it's going to take every ounce of willpower they have not to fall into bed together...or in love.

Tempting the Bodygaurd

A sexy category romance from Entangled’s Brazen imprint...

He can protect her from everyone except himself.

Alana Gore is in danger. A take-no-prisoners publicist, her way with people has made her more than a few enemies over the years, but a creepy stalker is an entirely different matter. She needs a bodyguard, and the only man she can ask is not only ridiculously hot, but reputed to have taste for women that goes beyond adventurous.

Chandler Gamble has one rule: don't protect anyone you want to screw. But with Alana, he's caught between his job and his increasingly hard libido. On one hand, Alana needs his help. On the other, Chandler wants nothing more than to take the hot volcano of a woman in hand. To make her writhe in pleasure, until she's at his complete mercy.

She needs protection. He needs satisfaction. And the moment the line is crossed, all hell will break loose...

These books are literally nothing less than beautiful from the smut to the boys it doesn't get better than this. 

If you like kind, making love sex-stories the first two books are definitely for you but if you like to read about kinky sex then the last and final book in this series is the one to go for. 

Chase, Chad and Chandler are beautiful, and their stories all have something different. 

The girls in these books are independent, different in looks (both size and facial appearance) and amazing character to read about. 

So if you have been one of the few which haven't picked up these heated books go get your grabby fingers all over these fine pieces of meat or if you're a vegetarian, these fine pieces of carrots!

Books Go Leoir!

Happy New Years everyone! 

So it's 2015... y'all might of guessed, and that means so many new releases to look forward to.. so I'm going to make a masterlist of all the books I am super excited for!



Title: The Return
Author: Jennifer L.Armentrout (J.Lynn)    
Release Date: Feb. 17th 2015
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Title: Fall With Me (Wait for you #4)
Author: Jennifer L.Armentrout (J.Lynn)
Release Date: March 31st 2015
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Title: Dream Of You (Wait for you #4.5)
Author: Jennifer L.Armentrout (J.Lynn)    
Release Date: June 23rd 2015

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Title: Scorched (Frigid #2)            
Author: Jennifer L.Armentrout (J.Lynn)
Release Date: June 15th 2015
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Title: Every Last Breath (Dark Elements #3)
Author: Jennifer L.Armentrout (J.Lynn)
Release Date: July 28th 2015
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Other books by Jennifer that are expected to be released this year:
Forever with you (Wait for you #5)
Torn (A Wicked Saga #2)

But do not forget Wicked by Jennifer L.Armentrout (Review Here) was only published at the beginning of December so go read that while we wait for the rest of her awesome writing! (: 


Title: Nowhere but here
Author: Katie McGarry
Release Date: May 26th 2015
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Katie recently released another story about the famous couple Noah and Echo which you can read in Breaking the Rules. 


Title: End Of Days (Penryn & The End of Days #3)
Author: Susan Ee
Release Date: May 12th 2015
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Title: Conspiracy Girl
Author: Sarah Alderson
Release Date: Feb. 12th 2015
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Title: Total Possession (Wild Cards #2)
Author: Simone Elkeles
Release Date: 2015
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Title: Deep (Stage Dive #4)
Author: Kylie Scott
Release Date: March 31st 2015
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Title: When I'm Gone (Rosemary Beach #11)
Author: Abbi Glines            
Release Date: April 7th 2015
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Title: Asa (Marked Men #6)
Author: Jay Crownover
Release Date: April 21st 2015
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Title: Hard to Let Go (Hard Ink #4)
Author: Laura Kaye
Release Date: June 30th 2015
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As we find more books we are dying to read we shall post them in this! And also as each book is released it shall be crossed off on the list! Hopefully this year there shall be more reviewing! Woop! (Also those books without a cover shall be updated as soon as the cover is revealed!)

Wicked by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Another AMAZING book by Jennifer L Armentrout. Seriously, we've had demons, gods, aliens, gargoyles and now we have FAE! I found this little treasure under my Christmas tree on Christmas morning and couldn't wait to crack it open. As usual, I was completely sucked in for the first chapter and couldn't put it down!

So, in this book the story is set in New Orleans and we are introduced to Ivy Morgan, a bad-ass yet somewhat vulnerable heroine. She belongs to a secret organisation called 'The Order' that protect humanity from the fae. She mostly spends her days in college and killing fae. 

I really liked Ivy's character. She was strong even after going through some horrible stuff. She was also funny and her relationship with Tink was brilliant . I love that little brownie!  

“Grabbing a scarf off the chair, I threw it at him.

He caught it, clutching it to his chest as he flew into the air. "You gave Tink a scarf. Tink is free!" He flew out into the hallway like a little cracked-out fairy, screeching, "Tink is freeeeee!"

And then we meet Ren Owens. Oh Ren, where do I start? He was a great character and really balanced out Ivy's more reckless approach to situations. He was an intense force to be reckoned with. It also doesn't hurt that he is one big piece of man candy!

“I didn't need your permission," I spat back. Ren smirked. "Honey, I know what you need and you're going to get it.”

I really liked the plot. It was interesting and things flowed well through out. There was mystery and suspense and it kept you guessing. The banter between characters was definitely a highlight for me. It added a more light-hearted tone in an otherwise serious situation. Especially, Ivy's inner dialogue!

“Why couldn't he say I reminded him of Ariel or something? Then again, Ariel was kind of stupid, giving up her voice for a dude.”

All in all Jennifer has written another masterpiece that has me not so patiently waiting for the sequel! I can't wait until Torn comes out! 

Stone Cold Touch by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Damn Jennifer, once again you stole my heart.. making me cry, laugh and want to beat the living crap out of someone!

'Stone Cold Touch,' the second book in 'The Dark Elements Series' a beautiful, creative, mind-twisting series full of surprises, drool-worthy boys and super-natural explosions. Yes that is how I am going to describe this series because.. damn! 

'In other words, all she needed to do was to have an orgasm..And most likely not by herself.'

This book begins not long after 'White Hot Kiss's' final scene. Roth is still gone to the fiery pit of hell, while Layla must figure out where to go from there, also trying to work out her and Zayne's relationship. 

Before I read this book I though I'd have to wait a lifetime for Roth to return, like I had to wait for Raph in 'World After' by Susan Ee, but thankfully that was not the case. 

Roth showed up with his fellow demons right on the doorstep of the Warden's perfect little 'peaceful' home and it was a major showdown between Roth's men and Abbot's. Caymen stood beside the beautiful Roth and he made me laugh once again. The tension that filled the air could of been cut with a knife, but thankfully no one god injured, yet. I can safely say that tension did not leave throughout the book!

“I know exactly how he looks at you and you do, too … Because it’s the way I look at you.”

Team Zayne, or, Team Roth? 

That was the question which Jennifer expected you all to answer after reading this book, and to be honest it was not a hard decision for myself (unlike Meabh!). 

After reading 'White Hot Kiss' I knew Layla could only end up with one boy, and that boy was ROTH. From the very beginning he accepted Layla for all she truly was; part-demon and part-warden. But also if any of you have read the novella to this series 'Bittersweet love' than you all know Roth was keeping an eye on Layla for much longer than just those few weeks in 'White Hot kiss.' This has always told me he cared from the beginning and the words he used in this book near the end showed that.

Let's talk about Zayne for a moment, he is breathtakingly beautiful, there is no doubt about that. He's kind, sweet and apart from Dez and Nicolai he is nearly the most likable out of the Wardens. But he doesn't give Layla the same freedom Roth allows her to have, yes it could be partly because of the clan he has grown up in where they have been taught; the women stay at home in-case they get hurt; after all they are there to breed.

 I don't know about the rest of you but I am beyond nervous for the final book in this series. Have I ever told you, I hate, hate, hate love triangles - they never go my way! 

“I love you Layla. Do you hear me? I've loved you since the first moment I heard your voice and I will continue to love you. No matter what. I love you.”

Without a doubt this book was mesmerizing due to it's perfect writing and enchanting story. It gets 10 out of 5 from me. I would read scenes of Layla and Roth from beginning to end. But damn it Armentrout do you always have to leave us on such cliff-hangers?!

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Chasing Trouble by Joya Ryan

One word that sums this book up completely: Smut, Smut, Smut!

If you're looking for a hot boy and pretty girl book with basically smut scenes from beginning to end, then you've found it!

I received this book free in an email from Entangled! So T-H-A-N-K-Y-O-U! Joya's writing is in the third point of view, personally my favourite style of writing. Her attention to detail is just the right amount and her heated scenes are bloody brilliant! 

“You're gonna have to hold on tight, because this rodeo is just getting started.”

Colt and Jenna have known each other all their lives. Jenna is best friends with Colt's sister Lily.

Ever since she can remember Colt has been there for her, saving her from all  kind of things and over the years Jenna gained a crush on the perfect Colt. But when Colt and Lily's parents passed away he ran for the hills, not looking back unless it was to check on Lily and her baby boy. She hasn't seen him in years, until one night she's on his turf, getting herself into trouble.

Jenna is little miss perfect, except the only time people give her a second glance is when more rumors are running around their little town about her naughty old mother. She's been running for years from her past, yet never leaving the one place that causes her pain. The one thing Jenna loves is teaching, and she's pretty damn good at it. Wanting to open an after school safe place for young kids she goes in front of a board, except her enemy is competing against her for the title. 

So how can Colt and Jenna ever find each other if they're both trying to run? How can Jenna overcome her fear of being like her mother? And how can Colt win over the one girl he never thought he'd have? Ah, ah, ah that's why you read the book ;)

“I must say, cowboy, I'm impressed. I was worried you could only handle eight seconds at a time.”

Hot steamy sex is from the word go in this book. And Joya doesn't leave one spicy detail out. Lets just say if I had Jenna's sex life I wouldn't be complaining.

I must admit it's my first time reading a book like it, yes I've read J.Lynn's The Gamble brothers books but this book is something different and pretty special. If you like smut, you seriously need to get your hands on this beautiful story and enjoy some sexy time with beautiful, outrageously hot cowboy! 

“You want a wild ride, J.J.? I'll give it to you, hard and slow until you scream my name.”

This book gets 4 out of 5 stars from me! For it's smuttiness, story and somehow keeping me captivated. 

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Breaking the Rules by Katie McGarry!

Breaking the Rules (Pushing the Limits #1.5)

by Katie McGarry

Release Date: 12/08/14

Harlequin Teen

Our beautiful, favourite couple are back! Yes I said it! Okay you all definitely (and if not, you've been living under a rock) have heard about Echo and Noah's second book. Yes second! A book about them, yes about them. And I am here to gift you with an excerpt, and just some details about how you can buy this beautiful book when it comes out on the 8th of December. 

Maybe we should start with the simple things; Like the Summary; 

A summer road trip changes everything in this unforgettable new tale from acclaimed author Katie McGarry.

For new high school graduate Echo Emerson, a summer road trip out west with her boyfriend means getting away and forgetting what makes her so... different. It means seeing cool sights while selling her art at galleries along the way. And most of all, it means almost three months alone with Noah Hutchins, the hot, smart, soul-battered guy who’s never judged her. Echo and Noah share everything — except the one thing Echo’s just not ready for.

But when the source of Echo’s constant nightmares comes back into her life, she has to make some tough decisions about what she really wants — even as foster kid Noah’s search for his last remaining relatives forces them both to confront some serious truths about life, love, and themselves.

Now, with one week left before college orientation, jobs and real life, Echo must decide if Noah's more than the bad-boy fling everyone warned her he'd be. And the last leg of an amazing road trip will turn... seriously epic.

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Pre-Order Links for Breaking the Rules: 

Amazon│Barnes & Noble│Kobo Books│iBooks│Google Play│The Book Depository

Goodreads links for the series: 

Pushing the Limits│Dare You To│Crash Into You│Take Me On

Here praying it's not against the rules.. so hey I'm going to give you two excerpts.. one from Noah's P.O.V and the other from Echo's. 

From Noah’s Point of View 

“Me and you,” I whisper, hoping my words will sink into her subconscious, beyond where she overthinks. “It’s how it’s supposed to be.”
Echo’s hand glides over mine, and she links our fingers together. “You like disturbing my sleep, don’t you?”
I kiss her shoulder, permitting my lips to linger on her soft skin. Guess I did wake her. “Just keeping things straight between us.”
“In my sleep?” Damn, I love that groggy voice.
“You argue less that way.”

From Echo’s Point of View

It’s like watching a horror film in slow motion. She tucks her hair behind her ears, gives Noah a hesitant smile and speaks. The girl is pretty—very pretty. I run my hand over the scars on my left arm. Sometimes I don’t understand why Noah’s with me. Especially when I’m so…
Noah answers the girl then motions at me with his chin. Both girls turn, and their faces fall. Noah waves. I wave back. Butterflies tumble in my stomach when he flashes his wicked grin.

Do you all want to just fangirl over those excerpts, and how much we need the book! I am dying! I have to wait another month, most likely till Christmas even! Oh man though it will be worth it to read another book about Echo and Noah's journey! Bring it on (:

 

And this is the amazing woman who writes these spectacular books! 

About the Author

KATIE MCGARRY was a teenager during the age of grunge and boy bands and remembers those years as the best and worst of her life. She is a lover of music, happy endings, and reality television, and is a secret University of Kentucky basketball fan.
Katie would love to hear from her readers. Contact her via her website, katielmcgarry.com, follow her on Twitter @KatieMcGarry, or become a fan on Facebook and Goodreads.

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