Category: Erotica - Platypire Reviews

I'm Yours by Ella Maise

12/2/2014

SYNOPSIS:

Have you ever been in love?
So in love that you believed all the lies, again and again?
Because I did...
Did you manage to escape from the hurt, the heartbreak, and the tears that came with being in love?
Did you even have time to pick up the broken pieces of your heart before they shattered it all over again?
Because I didn't...

I gave Evan my heart, my trust, my everything, and in return all he gave me was pain.
Stumbling around in a new city, picking up the pieces I had lost, I found myself in a stranger's arms. Cradling me against his chest, protecting me, seeing me, promising me everything I was afraid to ask for myself again.

I'm not naive enough to mistake lust for love. Love never comes that easily; it always rips you apart before it finally gives you what each and every one of us longs for. But Noah knew what he was after, and now I know that nothing could have stopped him from taking what he wanted from me.

He became the one who gave me hope again, day after day, simply by being there.
He became the one who made me whimper in bed, while he whispered dirty words in my ear, night after night.
And then he became the one who took it all away again.

This is my story, maybe a simple one for some, yet still completely mine.

STALK HER HERE!!!

RENEE'S REVIEW

I'm Yours by Ella Maise! Yes, I just ended that with an exclamation point. I'm Yours is Ella Maise's debut novel, but it reads so much better than one. Maise had me either biting my lower lip or scrumming in my seat with her heated scenes.

Jade has been burned more than once and is determined not to let it happen again!! She moved to a new city and built up walls to protect herself. She is beautiful and sweet, so she catches guys eyes easily.
There is one guys eye she catches and she even likes what she sees back, but since she has all of those walls up, she is afraid to let him in, she is trusting anymore.

Noah can be described in as little as four words: sex on a stick. Well now that I type that it doesn't sound flattering. Whatever that is HOTTER than hell, that is what he is right there, and he has an even more impressive package to go with! How can a guy that is hot and "well gifted" be as sweet as he is anyway?? He was constantly pulling her into him and cuddling her up. Jade kept swooning in the book, so I kept putting my hand to my chest and saying ohhh!

Well you know for this to be a good page turning book there has to be a twist, there must be a little or a lot of conflict in there somewhere, right? There was some reason I stayed up ALL NIGHT to finish this book. You will not be able to put this book down.

Ella Maise, will you please give use Jake's story??
I highly recommend this one guys!! It was a lot hotter than I was expecting, GHOST PEPPER HOT! That's really hot!!

I give I'm Yours 5 Platypires
or Stars however you like to count things!

BAMA LOVE!! Roll Tide!! and Keep Reading Y'all!
~Renee

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Because Of Beckett by A.D. Ellis

12/1/2014

SYNOPSIS:

You met Audrey Decker through Nate and Libby’s story in For Nicky, Torey Hope book 1. This is Audrey’s story. It is highly suggested that you read For Nicky before reading Because of Beckett so that you can be emotionally vested in Audrey’s story.

Audrey Decker is a mean girl, a bitch, a bully. She has no plans to stop treating people badly and she’s definitely not going to stop using sex as power. But when she ends up in therapy against her wishes, an ugly and painful repressed past is uncovered and Audrey’s world is tipped on its axis. Everything she thought she knew, everything she thought she was, is all changing.

Jeremiah Jordan returns from serving two years overseas with a detached and hardened heart. When his world is rocked with unexpected news and difficult challenges, Jeremiah faces them head on. He’s comfortable with where he is right now; he has his parents close by and his son is his world. He definitely doesn’t have time for the hassle that has always accompanied dating in the past. He doesn’t have it in him to put effort into forming relationships that may just hurt him or his son again.

A chance encounter, second chances, and a little boy who believes in learning from mistakes is all it takes to bring Audrey and Jeremiah together. However, deserving a second chance and taking that second chance are two very different things. Learning from mistakes and letting go of the past may be easier said than done. Can Audrey and Jeremiah push through the pasts that are haunting both of them or will their romance wither and die under the weight of it all?

Because of Beckett is a story of love, forgiveness, and second chances.

**Because of Beckett is recommended only for ages 18+ due to harsh language, adult situations, and mature themes. Certain pivotal points of Audrey’s history may trigger unpleasant memories for some readers.**

Renee's Review

Because of Bennett was another great book by A.D. Ellis. The best part of this book was Mr. Beckett. Talking about a charming little fella, he was so sweet and wise beyond his years. He charmed his way into my heart and I think he will take up permanent residentsacy right along Nicky. I was so glad Nicky had a staring role in this story as well. His sweet loving nature captured my heart in the first book and didn't let it go in this one either.
This was a redemption story of sorts, learning to not only love yourself but how to let go of the mistakes you've made in you past and move on. Getting the help you need and keep working on yourself.
A.D. Ellis has a wonderful way of making you care for her characters. You find your self so involved in their story and you want to cry with them. There was once in the book, I was saying... Oh, no she didn't, did she? This book was a little emotional but the epilogue made up for everything.

Don't let all this fill good mushy stuff you read in the previous paragraphs get in the way of letting you think Ellis skipped on the hot scenes. Nope, she has a strong knack for that too. From dirty talk to steamy interlude, Ellis continues with the hard core, ah romance situations.
I hope to see more from this little town!

I give Because of Bennett 5 Platypires
Or stars however you like to count.
BAMA Love, Roll Tide, and Keep Reading Y'all
Renee

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Creating A Love by Crystal Perkins

11/25/2014

SYNOPSIS:
Taking a chance on love…
Photographer Candi Marcus never wanted more than a casual hookup or one night stand. Until she met artist Owen Griffin. For the past two years, she’s only been with him. But it’s still just sex, or at least that’s what she’s told her friends. When he says he wants more, she can finally admit that she loves him.

Facing the past…
Protecting Owen from the illegal street art he did as a teen has already hurt two people he cares about. Now another woman from his past has come to collect her own debt. She needs a fake fiancé in order to get her inheritance and she’s not taking no for an answer. Candi knows the other woman’s in love with her real fiancé, so she convinces Owen to go along with everything, not realizing what it may cost her.

The right choice may cost them everything…
While the fake engagement isn’t easy on either of them, Candi and Owen know that their love is strong enough to handle whatever’s thrown in their path. Or is it? When Owen makes the only choice he can, he risks losing Candi for real. And as friends and family take sides, theirs may not be the only relationship to fall apart. Can an Art Boy prove to the woman he loves that she’s truly the one who owns his heart or will it be too late for her to listen to the reason behind his betrayal?

Creating their love was easy, but fighting for it is the hardest thing they’ve ever done.

RENEE'S REVIEW

I was gifted this book (thank you) in exchange for an honest review.

Creating a Love by Crystal Perkins is different from the other two books in her Griffen Brothers Series. Different is not a bad thing, she deals with touchy-feely subjects that are real triggers for some people. To say the very least, she pushed what is considered socially acceptable limits. She does this with no regrets and she does it head on! I applaud her once again for writing a book that is a little outside the box, putting some of the real issues that people really face today and her dealing with them with grace and dignity.

Candi and Owen have been having a sexual relationship for two years, but that is all it has been...sex! They finally decide to make it more than that and tell all of their friends and family they are officially a couple. That very moment fate takes over!!! A friend from Owen's past, and that Owen owes a favor to walks in and blackmails Owen. She needs a pretend fiancé until her inheritance comes through from her Grandmother. She will then marry the real love of her life. She just needs a few months of Owens time.

The Griffen Family is one of strong morals and they believe in doing the right thing. Owen goes along with this fake engagement. Things aren't easy for Candi and Owen, but they know how strong their love is and they think that they can get through anything that they face.

Owen makes a choice to protect his friend but hurts Candi and ends up risking loosing her, the Griffen family for the first time divides loyalties. This could end up of more than just Candi and Owen.

I give Creating a Love 5 Platypires
Or stars depending on how you count things!

Bama Love!! Roll Tide!! and Keep Reading Y'all!!

~Renee

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Dirty Rowdy Thing by Christina Lauren

11/7/2014

SYNOPSIS:

From the New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Bastard, Beautiful Stranger, and Beautiful Player, Book Two of the brand-new Wild Seasons series that started with Sweet Filthy Boy—a story of friends, love, and lust.

Despite their rowdy hookups, Harlow and Finn don’t even like each other...which would explain why their marriage lasted only twelve hours. He needs to be in charge and takes whatever he wants. She lives by the Want-something-done? Do-it-yourself mantra. Maybe she’s too similar to the rugged fisherman—or just what he needs.

Renee's Review

Dirty Rowdy Thing by Christina Lauren is a temperature raising book! I had the pleasure of listening to this by audiobook. If you haven't had a chance to actually listen to one of their books, let me tell you ladies, YOU are missing out. This book had a lot of dirty rowdy moments going on, and in audio, you get all emphasis' in the right places, the moans are actual moans. This book comes alive, right there in your ears.

You get to met the two main characters in Sweet Filthy Boy, where they meet in Vegas, married and divorced 12 hours later. They never really get along, and their banter is so much fun, but they still have magnetic pull towards each other that they just could not deny. This is a story to me, about opposites attract. You know when that guy drives you kinda crazy but their is just something about him you can't get enough. Well I guess amazing sex will do that to you, and these two explode when they get together. Christina Lauren has this amazing ability to help you really get into the characters head. They definitely had me francizing about Finn!

This book was beautifully written and I think we met some new characters that may be able to have their STILL has a plot. This is a great book. I loved it and as soon as I get a chance, I'm going to listen to it again and this time savor it!

I give Dirty Rowdy Boy by Christina Lauren 5 platypires
Bama Love!! Roll Tide!! and Keep Reading Y'all

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More by Lea Griffith

11/4/2014

SYNOPSIS:

Three years ago, Ruthie Copeland ran away from an erotic connection that shook her to the core. Now she realizes that Tobias Edwards is the only man who can give her what she craves. Determined to reignite the dangerous flame between them, Ruthie seeks him out at The Underground—and discovers a changed man. Though Ruthie, blind since childhood, cannot see the scars on Toby’s face that forced him to seal off his heart, her gentle submission eases the pain of her body’s only Master.

Toby stopped feeling after Ruthie left, stopped expecting to find release in meaningless dominance play. Now that Ruthie has taken their dance to the limits of ecstasy, Toby’s lost in a haze of sensation. Yet the enemies that left him disfigured may reappear at any moment. Ruthie’s love gives him the strength to face those who seek to break him, but Toby fears he must leave her to save her life.

Renee's Review

I was given this book by Netgalley and the publisher (thank you) in exchange for a fair review.

More by Lea Griffith is the second book in Griffith's All or Nothing Series, where it can be read as a stand alone book, I feel for it to be truly enjoyed to it's fullest, I would suggest reading book one, Too Much. This book was off the charts HOT! I had to turn the temp in my house, hot! It was full of BDSM, all the whips, a girl can handle. You will be left breathless and fanning yourself.

This beautifully written story is set in Atlanta, GA, with me being from Alabama, I've been to Atlanta a lot! I guess I'm naïve but, I didn't know there were clubs like that in Georgia. Let me find one please, oh yeah, I'm happily married and my hubby just wouldn't understand. So anyway, Toby has this BDSM club called the Underground, that he uh.... preforms or works, with Ruthie brother. Ruthie has been blind since childhood. Ruthie, being blind, has learned to be independent. That is something that all blind people strive for, something to be extremely proud of and so hard to let go of since it is something that was so much work.
Toby is a Dom in this club. Hmmm, see how things could get hard here?

Griffith did a wonderful job with these two characters, they are both complicated and love each other so much. The kind of love that would be willing to let it go if it would be best for the other person. Which is what Toby did to Ruthie three years ago. Let me tell you ladies Toby is going to frustrate you and you're going to love him too.

I give More by Lea Griffith 4 Platypires
Bama Love! Roll Tide! and Keep Reading Y'all

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Denied (One Night #2) by Jodi Ellen Malpas

10/31/2014

Synopsis:
The passion that burned between Livy and Miller in One Night: Promised may end up destroying them both in this new novel of overwhelming desire and shocking discoveries...

He's amazingly wealthy, sinfully gorgeous, and can bring her to heights of pleasure she's never before known. For Livy, there's no turning back. She's determined to be the light in Miller Hart's dark world. Yet this new life comes with a steep price...

Miller knows that the power he possesses hasn't come without sacrifices-but he won't let Livy be one of them. Though he wants nothing more than to have her in every way, his first duty is to protect her at all costs...from his sins, his enemies, and especially himself.

But as their insatiable affair intensifies, the two attract the attention of an obsessive-and dangerous-third party. Discovering new revelations about Miller that rock her to the core, Livy will have to decide whether he's ruined beyond repair. And he must face his fear that in order to save her, he may have to lose her after all...

Renee's Review

I was graciously given this book (thank you) by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

If you read the first book and you thought you knew Miller, you were delusional. Malapas took us to a much deeper place than we have been before. Livy and Miller has so many new layers in this new book, you are going to think it is different people. To say some of the things revealed were shockers is an understatement.

Denied picks upright were One Night Promised left off and it did not stop from there. It was action packed, full of drama and even danger! I wanted to SAVOR this book but I devoured it instead. This book took hold of me and I dared anyone to interrupt me. Malpas as everyone who has ever read anything by her is extremely talented, but she has hit an all new level here. This is more than your romance novel, trust me there is plenty intimate parts, steamy, hot parts - that may have you fanning yourself. This book is so much more to this book, this is an emotional roller-coaster.

You get to find out a lot more about Miller's life, he is so beautifully broken (I'll fix you Miller, come to Texas!) Livy takes it as her responsibility to help him overcome his fears. I just don't think Livy knew exactly what she was getting herself into.

If you can only read one series this year make it the One Night series, it is a must read!!!

I give Miller a Million stars, oh wait I wasn't reviewing Miller's performance.

I give Denied by Jodi Ellen Malpas 5 Platapire
Bama Love, Roll Tide, and Keep Reading Y'all!

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One Night Promised By Jodi Ellen Malpas

10/29/2014

Synopsis:
The new breathtaking novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the This Man trilogy

ONE NIGHT WILL NEVER BE ENOUGH . . .

Livy notices him the moment he walks into the coffee shop. He's heart-stoppingly stunning, with a blue-eyed gaze so piercing she's almost too distracted to take his order. When he walks out the door, she thinks she'll never see him again. Then she finds the note he left on his napkin . . . signed M.

All he wants is one night to worship her. No feelings, no commitment, nothing but pleasure. Every defense mechanism Livy has adopted during her solitary life is at risk of being obliterated by this confounding man. He's obnoxious but well-mannered. He's a gentleman but aloof. He's passionate but emotionless. Yet the fascination is so powerful, Livy can't deny him . . . or herself.

M awakens something in Livy, something deep and addictive that she never knew existed-and that she fears only he can satisfy. But she senses that behind the fast cars, fancy suits, and posh apartment, he's aching inside. To have him, body and soul, she'll have to brave his dark secrets. Delving into his world and breaking down his defenses become her obsession-an obsession that could shatter her heart beyond repair . .

Renee's Review

One Night Promised by Jodi Ellen Malpas, you know I met her at a signing, very proper English Lady! After reading this the past two days, I'm thinking how did this book come from that very proper lady????? This book had me saying Jesse who?

This book started with a very sweet girl, Olivia and what I liked to think of as a mysterious man, Miller. Miller is taken by her and her ask Olivia for just one night, one night of ultimate pleasure. As much as he intrigues her and she would like for that to happen, it's just not enough for her.

Miller was completely swoon worthy. He was so tender and kind to her every time he was with her. He worshipped her, needed her. Ahhh, I'll give you what you need Miller!!! Livie was the kind of girl who always does the right thing, she was always running. (I wouldn't run Miller!) She has her issues. She has things she doesn't seem to be able to get over.

This book was so deep and emotional, I could not put this book down. My heart was racing at the end. The characters are so beautifully damaged. If I could give this book more that 5 stars I would.

I give One Night Promised by Jodi Ellen Malpas 5 Platypires
Bama Love!! Roll Tide!! And Keep Reading Y'all!

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Unlocked by H.C. Brown

10/28/2014

Synopsis:
The Special Ops genetic experiments were designed to create super soldiers, not sex-addicted doms.
When Delano Briggs, BDSM club owner and volunteer firefighter, is called to aid in the evacuation of a burning New York hotel, he thinks it's just another job.
But after rescuing the irresistibly sexy Chanze, he learns that behind the velvet curtains of the five-star hotel is one of the most exclusive, and immoral, prostitution rings in the country. For the men at the Cloister aren't merely lovers for hire, but genetically enhanced sex slaves, created to provide the brothel's rich clientele with the most insatiable doms and delicious subs.
Kept against his will by the doomsday chip implanted in his brain, Chanze sees no chance of escape. Until Delano and his three fellow super-enhanced operatives infiltrate the club for a walk on the wild side.

This story is rated "Very Hot" (5 out of 5 flames) and contains M/M pairings

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Renee's Review

This ARC was graciously (thank you) given to me by Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Unlocked by H.C. Brown is not a book a would have normally read. When I read the synopsis on netgalley, I must have been in a reading hangover or something because I didn't realize I was signing up for a M/M book. When I sign up for these books, I give them my full attention and this one grabbed my attention. When I first started reading it I was like WTH did I just sign up for? I keep reading, there was a little bit of a sci-fi twist to this too, which again, so not my genre. So you ask what kept me reading a story so out of my realm that I normally would have just shut it down and run??? This is a really interesting plot. I needed to know what was going to happen.

I could see this book being a series, I felt like the characters needed a little more depth. I didn't get the feeling like I knew them but that could be because they are gay and I'm not. I do have a 21 year old gay son, so I feel like I understand more than the average. This is my reason for the three stars. If you're looking for a kink factor and heavy BDSM, this book has all you need.

I give Unlocked by H.C Brown 3 Platypires

Bama Love, Roll Tide, and Keep Reading Y'all!

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More Than Words by Lilly Avalon

10/22/2014

SYNOPSIS

All of her friends know her as Dana Darling, the clean romance writer. She's never written a steamy novel, not even in her head, but now her publisher needs her to write one. It doesn't appear too difficult at first, but then Dana's lack of sexual knowledge creates writer's block.

That's where her friend Landon comes in. She needs pointers on positions and dirty talk, and he owes her a favor. They agree that it's strictly business and clothes are mandatory, but once they get to work, it's another story entirely... one that's being written between the sheets and not on paper.

*More Than Words is a standalone erotica novella*

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Renee's Review

This ARC was graciously (thank you)given to me by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

More Than Words by Lilly Avalon, is a great little steamy novella. I think it would make a great full length novel. I was totally wrapped up in the concept of this story. It was not only hot and steamy but also funny as well. Avalon did a great job on the emotions Dana went through from start to finish. How she was confident in her writing ability but not in her "other" abilities.

Landon was just slick and charming. Dana just didn't know what she was in for, or learning new things could be so much fun.

I recommend this novella, who knows Landon might teach you a thing or two.

I give More Than Words by Lilly Avalon 4 Platypires
Bama love! Roll Tide! and Keep Reading Y'all!!!

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Owning Violet by Monica Murphy

10/14/2014

Synopsis-
I’ve moved through life doing what’s expected of me. I’m the middle daughter, the dutiful daughter. The one who braved a vicious attack and survived. The one who devoted herself to her family’s business empire. The one who met an ambitious man and fell in love. We were going to run Fleur Cosmetics together, Zachary and I.

Until he got a promotion and left me in the dust. Maybe it’s for the best, between his disloyalty and his wandering eye. But another man was waiting for me. Wanting me. He too has an overwhelming thirst for success, just like Zachary—perhaps even more so. He’s also ruthless. And mysterious. I know nothing about Ryder McKay beyond that he makes me feel things I’ve never felt before.

One stolen moment, a kiss, a touch . . . and I’m hooked. Ryder’s like a powerful drug, and I’m an addict who doesn’t want to be cured. He tells me his intentions aren’t pure, and I believe him. For once, I don’t care. I’m willing to risk everything just to be with him. Including my heart. My soul.

My everything

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Renee's Review

This ARC was graciously (thank you)given to me by Random House Publishing Group - Bantam Dell via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Owning Violet by Monica Murphy is a beginning of a new series, The Fowler Sisters. This book is set December 2, 2014. It is HOT! Get ready, I could not put this book down. I wanted to find out what was going on at Fleur Cosmetics, there was a lot of sexual tension right away.

Your main players here, Violet gives off the vibe to her co-workers that she is breakable. That she is barely hanging on, but still so well put together, never a hair out of place. Zachary, is ambitious and just got promoted, but he has never really put Violet first. Ryder, is HOT! The ultimate street kid turned himself into something. He is arrogant, mysterious, and Violet kinda crazy with more desire than old Zac could only dream about. Pilar, she is so conniving, manipulative, ugh, bad, bad, bad. I just wanted to slap her so many times.

Let me tell you right now, it starts out like slow, sweet, burn (ya getting me here) building you up. The sexy innuendos between Violet and Ryder are pretty hot by themselves. This is just the start, trust me like I said she is just teasing us here, playing with us, reving us up for schmexy time. When she there she doesn't let up. Bam! OMG! It's good! She does those scenes well. That's not all the book is about but I had to get the important stuff in this review. There is a lot of back stabbing and double crossing you would think you were watching a really good night time drama.

I highly recommend this book!

Owning Violet by Monica Murphy receives 5 Platypires
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