Almost A Scandal - Elizabeth Essex - Release Date: July 31, 2012
Review:
Almost a Scandal by Elizabeth Essex captured my attention from page one and didn’t let go until the very end.
This was my first historical romance read and despite reading at least a hundred books a year, I found myself a little apprehensive about this one.
I wasn’t sure what I would come across as far as the story, the writing, and the plot; however, once I started, I couldn’t stop. I even found that once that book was over, I wanted it to go on; I wanted more.
Ms. Essex has a way about her writing that keeps you on the edge of your seat and manages to keep you riveted to each and every last word. There are books I have read before; even good ones, where I have skipped through meaningless narration, long paragraphs that seem to just be “fillers” for the novel. Ms. Essex; however, keeps the reader entranced with every word written. I had started this read late one evening, only to find I didn’t want to go to bed and immediately the next morning, picked it up. It was a very sweet, thrilling, funny, and romantic read that sucked me
right into the world of the characters.
The scenes were very well written and Sally and Col gifted me with a ride alongside them in their journey for “more.” You’ll find the book full of everything you could want. You get the action, the suspense, the comedy, the heat and most of all, the love that spreads through your limbs as it all comes together.
Seeing as this was my first historical romance, I want more to read. The only thing that did disappoint in this journey of discovering a new author is her book prices are a bit high – e-readers or paperback. It is frustrating, unfortunately and I’ve never been a fan at spending ten dollars on a e-book that has been out for over six months. I will most likely wait for the prices to drop before I buy any of her work – or even so, pity be, be unable to read another fabulous read.
All of that aside, I whole heartily recommend this book to anyone on my list. It’s one you don’t want to miss.
Almost a Scandal by Elizabeth Essex captured my attention from page one and didn’t let go until the very end.
This was my first historical romance read and despite reading at least a hundred books a year, I found myself a little apprehensive about this one.
I wasn’t sure what I would come across as far as the story, the writing, and the plot; however, once I started, I couldn’t stop. I even found that once that book was over, I wanted it to go on; I wanted more.
Ms. Essex has a way about her writing that keeps you on the edge of your seat and manages to keep you riveted to each and every last word. There are books I have read before; even good ones, where I have skipped through meaningless narration, long paragraphs that seem to just be “fillers” for the novel. Ms. Essex; however, keeps the reader entranced with every word written. I had started this read late one evening, only to find I didn’t want to go to bed and immediately the next morning, picked it up. It was a very sweet, thrilling, funny, and romantic read that sucked me
right into the world of the characters.
The scenes were very well written and Sally and Col gifted me with a ride alongside them in their journey for “more.” You’ll find the book full of everything you could want. You get the action, the suspense, the comedy, the heat and most of all, the love that spreads through your limbs as it all comes together.
Seeing as this was my first historical romance, I want more to read. The only thing that did disappoint in this journey of discovering a new author is her book prices are a bit high – e-readers or paperback. It is frustrating, unfortunately and I’ve never been a fan at spending ten dollars on a e-book that has been out for over six months. I will most likely wait for the prices to drop before I buy any of her work – or even so, pity be, be unable to read another fabulous read.
All of that aside, I whole heartily recommend this book to anyone on my list. It’s one you don’t want to miss.
Edge Of Light - Cynthia Justlin - Release Date: May 14, 2012
ABOUT THE BOOK: Taken prisoner by a ruthless group of anarchists deep in the Cambodian jungle, anthropologist Jocelyn Hewitt is isolated in a dark prison cell. Without chance of rescue. Or hope. Until the man in the next cell reaches out to let her know she’s not as alone as she thinks.
CIA agent Oliver Shaw has been held prisoner for over two years. Forced to witness
the brutal torture and slow murder of his entire team, his spirit is not just broken, it’s crushed. He no longer believes in hope. Until he hears Jocelyn through the wall, and suddenly feels like a glimpse of light is trying to reach in…
Jocelyn’s heart aches for the tortured man whose presence and voice give her the courage to risk their escape. But first she’ll have to remind Oliver who he once was,
what he once loved, and bring him back to life. Only then will they have a chance for freedom—and the kind of love neither ever thought possible.
REVIEW: One word. WOW. That one piece sums up this book in its entirety. I really don’t think I have adequate words to even begin to explain just how awesome this book is. Ms. Justlin has a way about her writing that paints a vivid picture in your
head, draws you into her gripping story, and enthralls you to never put the book down. Her words flow with accuracy and as smooth as churned butter. She doesn’t go overboard in the explanation of scenes or the feelings in her character’s heads and leaves you with JUST the right amount of insight, enough for the
reader to be able to picture it, feel it, and use their own creative minds to finish the picture.
The suspense she drew up not only in the plot of the story but also in the chemistry between the characters was simply divine. Oliver breaks your heart with his self-loathing ways but still manages to work his way deep inside the same organ to hold tight. Josie is the extreme picture of a strong woman, one who has just the right amount of strength and gusto to save our dear hero from losing himself and letting go. I thoroughly enjoyed the spark between these two and the way they both saved each other from themselves, each in their own different, yet unique, ways.
The plot itself is one that is extreme yet a real part of today’s world. It’s also one that leaves you on the edge of your seat until the very end. I couldn’t put the book down with the combination of the chemistry, along with the plot
unfolding.
If you’re looking for a very sweet romance, then this isn’t the book for you. While it holds a romance element, this isn’t a book for the weak of heart. It is one though, that will leave you gripping at the seams to continue, one that will have you staying up till 3am – just because you can’t let go, and one that will leave a smile on your face on down to the last word. There is no doubt about it, five out of five stars for Ms. Justlin’s wonderful romantic suspense.
CIA agent Oliver Shaw has been held prisoner for over two years. Forced to witness
the brutal torture and slow murder of his entire team, his spirit is not just broken, it’s crushed. He no longer believes in hope. Until he hears Jocelyn through the wall, and suddenly feels like a glimpse of light is trying to reach in…
Jocelyn’s heart aches for the tortured man whose presence and voice give her the courage to risk their escape. But first she’ll have to remind Oliver who he once was,
what he once loved, and bring him back to life. Only then will they have a chance for freedom—and the kind of love neither ever thought possible.
REVIEW: One word. WOW. That one piece sums up this book in its entirety. I really don’t think I have adequate words to even begin to explain just how awesome this book is. Ms. Justlin has a way about her writing that paints a vivid picture in your
head, draws you into her gripping story, and enthralls you to never put the book down. Her words flow with accuracy and as smooth as churned butter. She doesn’t go overboard in the explanation of scenes or the feelings in her character’s heads and leaves you with JUST the right amount of insight, enough for the
reader to be able to picture it, feel it, and use their own creative minds to finish the picture.
The suspense she drew up not only in the plot of the story but also in the chemistry between the characters was simply divine. Oliver breaks your heart with his self-loathing ways but still manages to work his way deep inside the same organ to hold tight. Josie is the extreme picture of a strong woman, one who has just the right amount of strength and gusto to save our dear hero from losing himself and letting go. I thoroughly enjoyed the spark between these two and the way they both saved each other from themselves, each in their own different, yet unique, ways.
The plot itself is one that is extreme yet a real part of today’s world. It’s also one that leaves you on the edge of your seat until the very end. I couldn’t put the book down with the combination of the chemistry, along with the plot
unfolding.
If you’re looking for a very sweet romance, then this isn’t the book for you. While it holds a romance element, this isn’t a book for the weak of heart. It is one though, that will leave you gripping at the seams to continue, one that will have you staying up till 3am – just because you can’t let go, and one that will leave a smile on your face on down to the last word. There is no doubt about it, five out of five stars for Ms. Justlin’s wonderful romantic suspense.