Surgeons, Rivals...Lovers by Amalie Berlin

Reviewed by TashNz

New York City Docs is a series about four flatmates and friends sharing an apartment trying to be the best they can be at the prestigious West Manhattan Saints Hospital.  Surgeon, Rivals... Lovers is Kimberlyn's story.

An incredibly descriptive beginning leads the way to an edge of your seat emergency on the side of the road.  Kimberlyn whispers the steps through so she can do her job to the best of her ability and not be distracted with memories of her own past trauma.  Sprinting to the scene and assisting is Enzo, aka, Dr Chisel Jaw.  They work tirelessly on the scene and it's soon revealed both parties are surgical rivals... about to start battling it out in the residency program both vying for the same fellowship.

Surgeon, Rivals... Lovers is a fast paced and full of action story where I was so on the edge of my seat with everything going on.  Not just the story fits the fast paced category but the hustle of the hospital, the drive of the Drs desperately trying to climb the ladder, battling out every surgery and anything that may impress their superior.  Spending so much time together, even though they're rivals, Kimberlyn and Enzo can't fight their attraction to each other and this just adds to the chaos around them.

Fabulous medical romance.  I'm taking deep breaths, much like the ones you take after sprinting because that's how wrapped up I became in the story.  Sad to reach the last page.

An awesome addition to the 4 book series.

Harlequin Medical Romance published August 2015 | New York City Docs Series

Reviewed by Nas

SURGEONS, RIVALS…LOVERS by author Amalie Berlin is August 2015 release by Harlequin Mills & Boon Medical Romance series.

Dr Kimberlyn Davis encountered a motor vehicle accident on her first day of work and Dr Enzo DellaTorro was there within a few minutes to assist her. She did know that she was in competition with Enzo at the new hospital for the same position. Would Enzo play underhand with her?

 

So who would finally win the position? Would Enzo sacrifice for Kim or would it be her to sacrifice?

SURGEONS, RIVALS…LOVERS is a very fast paced romance filled with medical drama. The setting itself is fast as it is in New York. I found the dialogue to be witty and fun. Author Amalie Berlin’s latest offering would touch every girl’s heart and make her root for Kim to find her happy ending as well as happiness for Enzo.

Highly recommended for all readers of medical romance.

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Reviewed by Helen

What happens when two very determined Doctors are aiming to win the fellowship offered in trauma surgery at a top New York hospital the sparks fly in more ways than one.

When Dr Kimberlyn Davis and Dr Enzo DellaTorro first meet at a road accident that has them both working hard to save someone's life and taking each other in, they are both impressed with each other's doctoring skills but there is something else there as well but both of these people have been through a lot in their lives and with sparks flying and getting hotter who is going to win or is falling in love with each other going to change how they feel.

This is a great story that will have you turning the pages it is emotional and sensual as both Kimberlyn and Enzo open up to each other the banter is great and it will have you smiling I loved the setting New York and a beautiful scene in Central Park will please enormously.

I highly recommend this story for romance readers who love medical stories and love seeing such a great HEA.

4/5 Stars for a great read.


Reviewed by Alexia 

"Surgeons, Rivals.....Lovers" by Amalie Berlin is a quick, medical romance read. Dr. Kimberlyn Davis comes across a accident scene and through her quick resources is able to get an accident victim to the hospital. Dr. Enzo DellaTorro comes upon the scene and isn't too keen that another Dr. is able to diagnose someone before he can.

Both Dr.'s are up for the same position at the hospital. In this story you'll find how the past affects the future, and whether or not they will have a happy ending.


Reviewed by Hina Tabassum

Dr Kinberlyn and Dr Lorenzo (Enzo) are both after the fellowship in Trauma surgery offered by Dr Ootaka.

Enzo had been the top contender till Kimberlyn showed up. Probably even after that as in his own words he does not consider her to be competition or a threat to him getting the fellowship.

They call a truce and stop being rude and mean to each other but it does not stop there. They meet, they talk and feelings develop. They develop to a point till the time they both start hoping the other gets the fellowship or a miracle happens and they both get chosen.

Not giving away the climax in here, but one thing I must mention is that emotional scars do way more harm than any physical scar can to the psyche of a person.


Reviewed by Cheryl Steckling

Dr. Kimberlyn Davis had a bad car accident and lost her friend Janie. She had to have several surgeries and deferred her residency to a year. She went to a new hospital where no one knew her and about the accidents. On the way to the hospital the first day she encountered an accident and stopped to help. Within minutes Dr. Enzo Della Torro was there to help her. She was in competition with Enzo for the same trauma surgery position at the hospital. Dr. Davis knew exactly how to take care of the accident victim and road with the ambulance to the hospital. Dr, Takeo Ootaka was the Dr. that took care of Mr. Elliot when the ambulance got him to the hospital and Dr. Ootaka asked Dr. Davis to help in OR. 


There was the competition between Kimberlyn and Enzo and sparks were flying also between them. He was intrigued with Kimberlyn’s scars and realized that her scar on her chest meant serious surgery. 


You will have to read to find out who gets the position at the hospital, if Kimberlyn and Enzo fall totally for each other. You will not be disappointed in reading this Medical Romance. 


Review by Robyn Rychards

Another thoroughly enjoyable read from Amalie Berlin! One of my favorite Harlequin Medical authors and this one doesn't disappoint! Two doctors competing for the same fellowship who can't seem to treat each other like the competition. I liked the hero and heroine, Enzo and Kimberlyn, and was anxious to see who would end up getting the coveted fellowship with Dr. Ootaka. The results didn't disappoint! Looking forward to her next release and highly recommend this one if you enjoy Harlequin's Medical line!


Review by Amanda

SURGEONS. RIVALS...LOVERS by Amalie Berlin will capture readers interest from the first page. Ms. Berlin has crafted a super sexy, super fun story that will have readers turning the pages in frantic need to know what happens next. The plot is brilliant and unique. The characters are flawed yet full of life, depth and passion...a RECOMMENDED summer read!

It has been all my pleasure to eventually see Enzo and Kimberlyn reaching their HEA.


Review by Lori Lee

This is a fantastic read, you will not be able to put down, emotional and captivating. Kimberlyn and Enzo come to know each other while both are determined Doctors that want to win the coveted fellowship, offered at a top New York hospital. I heartily recommend this story for romance readers who love medical stories, I was truly captivated from the first page.

Chatsfield's : Billionaire's Ultimate Acquisition by Melanie Milburne

Reviewed by Nas

CHATSFIELD’S ULTIMATE ACQUISITION by author Melanie Milburne is a Harlequin Presents release for August 2015.

Isabelle Harrington is angry and hurt when Spencer Chatsfield gets the votes and the stock to get her hotel. She is furious at Spencer for breaking her heart years ago and for showing up here as her boss now. Could she let Spencer take over her hotel as well as her life now.

Spencer needed to do his—a takeover of the hotel successfully to show his family he has what it takes. Could he let beautiful Isabelle distract him now? Despite the scorching chemistry still roaring between them, he is a man on a mission. Could he let her distract him now that he is so close? What happens when she find out the secret she’s hiding?

CHATSFIELD’S ULTIMATE ACQUISITION is fast-paced and feel-good romance that sparkles with red-hot sensuality, mesmerizing emotion and intense passion. Author Melanie Milburne bring us this story set in the high powered world of boardroom which would capture the readers’ mind with its witty dialogue and tension filled drama till the very last page.

Highly recommended for all readers of romance.

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Reviewed by Desere

The glitz and glam of The Chatsfield returns and it's brought back to life by the wonderful Melanie Milburne. 

Isabelle Harrington is furious when the arrogant playboy Spencer Chatsfield becomes her new boss. He is also the man who shattered her heart many years ago. Talk about things being awkward! And it was believe me it really was, I wanted to crawl up in a corner and hide for Isabelle's sake, especially when the overwhelming attraction she thought would be gone by now, flares up again with such intensity the pages nearly went up in flames. 

After months of planning Spencer has come to his ultimate acquisition, the only thing standing in his way is Isabelle. He will have to seduce her into compliance. But Isabelle is keeping a secret and once revealed the stakes will be higher than ever before! 

This was a book that shouted out romance from page one till the very beautiful end. I loved the fun and passionate fire between Spencer and Isabelle, think Bonnie and Clyde with a mix of Cleopatra and Mark Anthony , a volatile , dangerous mix with grace and honor. Absolutely remarkable! 

What I loved most about this book was the adrenaline and excitement , Spencer going up against Isabelle, Isabelle going up against Spencer it was so electric and thrilling to read about these two characters going at each other in anger and rage but at the same time trying so desperately to fight the passion.

I highly recommend this read for anyone looking for a thrilling afternoon romance read.

5/5 star review
"  He's the ice in her veins, she's the fire that sends him falling" 

Billionaire's Ultimate Acquisition  Melanie Milburne

Reviewed by Helen - 5 Stars

WOW this is a story that has a real love hate relationship both Isabelle Harrington and Spencer Chatsfield have some things that they have stewed on for a while that they really need to get out of their system and get on with life and hopefully together.

Isabelle comes from a family that runs the Harrington Hotel in New York a famous boutique hotel an it means everything to Isabelle who now runs it she is known to be strong and a person who keeps to herself she pretty much has just had one man in her life and that was ten years ago and a relationship that she will never forget the memories will always be there and the consequences from that relationship and that was Spencer Chatsfield.

Spencer Is part of the hotel chain family The Chatsfields and is known as a playboy but Spencer has a lot on his mind and yes he acts that way but maybe that is not his true self and Isabelle was the only woman that he had spent more than a few nights with all those years ago and when their relationship ended badly he left it and got on with his life but then news later changes the way he thinks he has a lot to prove to his family and being CEO of The Chatsfield Hotel Chain is maybe the way to do it.

Now ten years later they are thrown together and Spencer is now Isabelle's boss and that spark is still there stronger than ever but it is probably more like hate than love but we all know how close those to emotions are. I loved this story as both Isabelle and Spencer start seducing each other for reasons they both think are valid and keep denying the love between them but when truths come out and the emotions are let go their HEA is just so great you will be smiling.

I loved this story it is so very sensual emotional and heart-warming to see two very strong people finally open up and give into those sparks that burn up the pages I highly recommend this one it really is one not to be missed.

5/5 Stars for a great story don't miss this one

Reviewed by TashNz - 5 Stars

Isabelle Harrington is beyond mad when she's been passed over and not given the majority shares to the Harrington, her family's hotel.  This would of enabled her to own and become the newly appointed CEO of Harrington's, a place she has made her home and worked blood sweat and tears for.  Actually no, it makes her sad.  What makes her mad is the fact her new boss is Spencer Chatsfield - breaker of hearts - hers in particular and if she could admit it she would... he's still the keeper of her heart!

Altho their past is ancient history  they're still strongly linked by family connections which is wonderfully weaved quite brilliantly throughout the pages (and previous books) and quite the theme throughout Billionaire's Ultimate Acquisition.  I really liked Spencer and Isabelle's original back story and I loved how although Isabelle is the epitome of decorum, it slips slightly when she organises Spencer's room (I really LOLed at that) and again in his office.

Spencer has a point to prove and his vision sees him determined to bring the hotel into the 21st century and make the Harrington become "the" place to stay.  Isabelle is reluctant, she's wanting the more boutique top of the line very private and exclusive hotel.  This is one of many things they clash over and you can't help but feel Isabelle's pain at wanting what she's only ever known and lived for.  It doesn't take long for Spencer and Isabelle turn their warring into passion and it makes for brilliant reading. Things turn on their head when Spencer discovers a secret well hidden from the past. (this scene magical and tearful at the same time).

A beautiful and passionate story which features a lovable furball Atticus.  Family connections run deep and the characters are portrayed perfectly.  Isabelle's character is beautifully crafted by the author and Spencer is the perfect playboy.  Although they are butting heads the author has convinced me early on these two belong together and their love/hate relationship is very emotionally passionate and fiery.  The family history is beautifully rounded out to reach the conclusion and i absolutely LOVED how the ending tied it all together.

If you're familiar with the other stories in The Chatsfield Series 2 you'll love how with this  story everything absolutely ties together.  I sure did!  My words do not describe this story with the justice  it deserves; I felt completely captured by the story, I felt it was a tale only someone of Melanie Milburne's caliber could write and I was sad to reach the end of the book and the series.

Mills & Boon Published August 2015 | The Chatsfield Series 2 #8

Review by Alexia - 5 Stars

"Chatsfield's Ultimate Acquisition" by Melanie Milburne is the continuing story of the "Chatsfield' series. This book can be a read alone or as part of the series. 

In this story we meet Isabelle Harrington and Spencer Chatsfield. No love is lost between these two. They were lovers in the past and it did not end well. They've been vying for the most shares in the Harrington Hotel NY. When Isabelle's stepmother gives Spencer her two shares it puts him as a majority stockholder. The only stipulation is that Isabelle stays on in her position. 

The past has a way of coming between these two. There are issues that need to be dealt with from their relationship in the past in order to move on to the future. This is a quick read, full of twists

Review by Hina - 4.5 Stars

Spencer and Isabelle are not strangers. They have shared something very special though Spencer is unaware and Isabelle reluctant to tell him.

With sparks between them arcing as strong as they were a decade ago, both of them keep themselves on a leash as circumstances dictate so. They are no more lovers but rivals. Standing in each other's way of realising their dreams.

Will the love they still feel harness their goals to a single post? Anything could happen! ;)


Review by Amanda - 5 Stars

Chatsfield Ultimate Acquisition by Melanie Milburne is intense, provocative and dramatic. I couldn’t put it down once I began Spencer and Isabelle’s angsty journey to attaining their fulfilling HEA. Once again, Ms. Milburne has created yet another incredible story! 

Isabelle Harrington is steaming over the fact that Spencer Chatsfield has received votes for stock in her hotel. She is even madder because of the way he treated her in the past. Breaking her heart and all... Could she ever forgive him? On the other hand, Spencer has reasons for his actions. He needs to prove his worth to his family. But could he afford the beautiful distraction in the form of Isabelle? One thing is certain of though. Their chemistry is hot as ever before. But what happens when he finds out Isabelle's little secret?


Review by Cheryl Steckling - 5 Stars

This story is between Isabelle Harrington and Spencer Chatsfield. Isabelle comes from a family that runs the Harrington Hotel in New York which is a famous boutique hotel. Isabelle and Spencer had a past relationship 10 years ago and she had not seen him since. The past relationship ended badly, and later Isabelle realized she was pregnant and approximately at 4 months she miscarried. However she did not tell Spencer. She never forgot the memories and the baby. 
Isabelle threw herself into running the hotel and making it the best hotel ever. She is known as being strong and keeps to herself. She had an apartment in the hotel and she kept her cat, Atticus who is a blue-grey Persian cat.

Spencer Chatsfield is part of the Chatsfield’s who also has a hotel and is known as a playboy. He acts this way because he has a lot on his mind and Isabelle is the only woman that he has spent more than a few nights with all those years ago. He feels he has a lot to prove to the family. 
Isabelle had 49% of the hotel and at some point in the past 10 years Spencer has managed to acquire the 49%. Isabelle’s step mother held the other 2% which she turned over to Spencer. Which means that now Spencer is now Isabelle’s boss? 

Sparks flew between Spencer and Isabelle. The story was revealed to Spencer about the baby, and the two keep fighting what is really between them. You will have to read the book to find out if the fight continues or if they finally decide that they are to be together.

Review by Robyn Rychards - 4 Stars

Melanie Milburne has given us another enjoyable read in the Chatsfield continuity with this reunion romance! Isabelle Harrington, thinking she would be the one in charge of her family hotel, is furious when she learns her ex-lover from ten years ago, Spencer Chatsfield gets the controlling shares instead. Forced to work together, they must resolve their issues from the past which go far beyond giving into their blazing attraction for each other in order to get their happy ever after.

Escape to Paradise by Robyn Rychards

Reviewed by Desere

Andree Bancroft lives a very sheltered life on the beautiful island of St. Barthelemy and there is no place she would rather be. It's peaceful, beautiful and very much what every busy person craves.

Then her perfect little quiet world hits a very distracting and also very good looking bump, in the form of a famous singer showing up at the villa her father manages. She has no clue at all who exactly the man is, but she does know one thing, the man sends her heart into overdrive and attracts her like a moth to a flame.

Maximillian Chanteur is desperate, his fiancee dumped him, his muse has gone up and vanished, and to top it all off he lives in a fishbowl, hiding out from fame. Escaping to the island is definitely what he needs, it will be good for him.

What he does not need is sexy, kind and caring Andree , kicking his heart into gear and his body demanding he grab her and prove his studliness is very much alive in the bedroom department, but resit he must and he will , except Andree is breaking down his defenses bit by bit and he slowly feels like his escape to paradise is about to go up in flames of desire.

I have been a fan of this author's books from the very first time I read Her Man from Silo  . She has a very emotional and sweet way of telling a romance that is filled with love, tenderness and as reader you simply cannot help but get drawn in. But of course for some readers it would not be what they are looking for, some readers simply put, prefer lots of hot passion  and less emotion. For me either way works because it's rather about the actual story being told then anything else, but of course everyone has their own preferences.

But this time around the author has really showed she can take her stunningly sweet writing skills and turn the tables on me as reader. Escape to Paradise still had that emotional heartache and sweetness about it, but the author added in a large dose of passion, super sexy scenarios, a hotter than hot hero and a truly sweet as sugar heroine, set it all against the backdrop of a magical island and voila , absolute perfect romantic escape, yep she nailed it!

The character of Maximillian ( of Mr super hot rock-star as I like to call him) was one of those hero's that was really, and I mean really lost in his sorrows. Not that anyone could blame him, I mean if your fiancee takes off, your muse goes missing in action and you literally have to hide out every minute of the day to avoid hounding fans and face the pressures of avoiding a little addiction, then there really is no one that can say you are sulking for no reason.

And because of all these life-let-downs I really wanted to grab hold of him and tell him that it will somehow all work out, okay so I am lying I wanted to just grab him and kiss him senseless and then tell him it will all be okay,  the author truly wrote one heck of a hot hero!  Hello Mr Rockstar, come sing to me! At the end of the day, it was through this character that the author showed how strong someone can be when they find just the right person to reawaken their spirit, the trick is to not chase the new found zest for life away.

Andree was such a sweet as sugar heroine, that she was the absolute perfect image of that best friend we all need when life gets us down. I loved her innocence most of all, it was really refreshing to read about a girl that has never so much as thought about sexy men, instead of the usual , been there, done that, what's the next challenge? , kind of heroines I usually come across in romance reads.

Her innocence is of course also what makes her so kind and caring, she's never really faced having to deal with someone who has countless issues, let alone feel so strongly about fixing it all. Through this character the author did an amazing job showing how innocence, being over the top kind and caring is never a bad thing, it's what sets you apart from the world and makes you that  one special person to someone that is in desperate need of saving.

A to die for backdrop, delicious vanilla rum, super hot hero, super sweet heroine and truly amazing journey of love being the ultimate winner in a battle of heartache , this read had everything I love about romance reads. I highly recommend this read for each and every single romance fan out there.

And as for the author adding that super sexy layer of spice to her writing, I will only say , Robyn Rychards welcome to the world of pure romantic bliss.

5/5 star review
"Escaping to paradise , becomes the rescue he's always needed but simply never knew" 

The Professor's Secret by Robyn Rychards

Reviewed by Desere

On the verge of graduating from the University of Colorado with a degree in Biology, Danielle Gerome faces one of life's hardest battles when he parents are tragically killed in a accident. The last thing she expects is help from the art professor she's has admired from afar since she started college.

From semester one that Danielle walked into his art history class Shane Bancroft has been in a daze. Four years later and he still can't stop thinking about her, but he has tenure on the line so he naturally does't dare act on his feelings, except focus on the fact that she will be graduating soon.

Then he sees her crying in the campus library ( don't you just love it, a romance that hits a spark in a library, perfect ! ) , one night and soon he starts wondering if the sacrifice of tenure is actually worth missing out on the possible love of a lifetime romance he knows he will have with Danielle.

This novel is a prequel to the author's title " Escape to Paradise", it was such a lovely little read that really sent my heart soaring. A story about two people who both need love to get back to light , but circumstances simply hold them back.

The author did a wonderful job taking me on a journey of love, self discovery and that amazing love story that follows when realization hits.  A very hot little read, and I will also add the author totally amazed me with the level of intensity and passion, I am not use to her reads being so " in your face" but I am totally loving it!

I walked away from this read with a very big smile on my face , it will stay in my memory for a long time coming.

Excellent work Robyn !

5/5 star review
" The art of love become romance history" 

Her Knight In Shining Armour by Robyn Rychards

Reviewed by Desere

Whilst running from her abusive ex-husband Paisley has one thought and one thought only, get as far away as possible, start a new life and pray the disgusting piece of human parasite that is her ex never finds her again.

But whilst running she ends up facing more than one complication. The first is being temporarily unable to keep moving and secondly there is the very attractive I can tempt you with my eyes into doing anything I want Sterling who is dead set on making sure she gets all the help he can offer .

The catch? Sterling is a Psychiatrist and knows just what to say and do with woman in Paisley's situation. But Paisley has sworn no man will ever have power over her again and she does her utmost best to block out any and all physical and mental help Sterling tries to give her, that is until her ex shows up with guns blazing!

I truly enjoyed this read, there was the right amount of gripping suspense and angst to keep me turning the pages. And the right balance of fear turning to romance and protectiveness to make my heart melt.

The character of Paisley was very interesting, the author let me into the mind of an abused woman and the various decisions she makes. Some yes were very " What was she thinking?" and others where " That's it woman fight!"

With the what was she thinking moments the author got me thinking about just why some woman stick around with men who so badly abuse them, and I realized that for us on the outside it would make no sense at all, but for the women who have to suffer these despicable acts of violence there is always something holding them back, fear, lack of love and trust, something from the past no matter there is something.

And thus instead of judging we need to try and remember there is a deeper meaning in their actions. Through this character the author truly showed me that abused woman have their own set of issues and for some it's just never that easy to walk away.

The character of Sterling was one that certainly made me sit upright and take double notice. He has his own set of issues and much like most Psychiatrists they never think another in their line of work can fix them, but his issues that keeps him from living a normal sexy rich playboy lifestyle had me stop and think for a almost a full minute before realizing it could totally happen and be very real and true, and thus does not make his actions or lack there of too surprising as I am sure it will be for some readers.  Everyone has an issue they hold onto until a situation either forces them to deal with it head on or someone points out that they need to follow their own advise.

The backdrop settings were well described, characters were well developed and the author really dug deep with her characters letting me in on every thought and thus I could fully connect with them and really zero in on their emotions.

I am taking away a message of fear holds most of us back from taking a chance. Yes the same might happen again but chances are it won't and if you simply let the chance slip simply because of your fear you will never know if you let your one and only chance at happiness go.

I highly recommend this read for fans of twists and turns real life situations romance reads. Paisley was a true heroine when it counted and Sterling a real life make my knees go weak hero! Passionate and
heart-stoppingly emotional and oh so sexy!

Keep them coming Robyn!

5/5 Star Review
" He's her knight in shining armor but she's the one about to rescue him" 

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Reviewed by Nas

HER KNIGHT IN SHINING ARMOUR by author Robyn Rychards is a March 2014 release by Escape Publishing.

Sterling comes across a girl in a tent about to be attacked by a bear and he saves her life. Then he saves her in more ways than one by helping her escape her abusive ex-husband. But he feels the sizzle every time he comes in contact with her. Dare he take any action on this sizzling chemistry between them? Wouldn't it be like taking advantage when she is really vulnerable?

Paisley takes Sterling's help while escaping her abusive ex-husband. But could she trust him as a man? She couldn't ignore the attraction she felt for him. Yet could she bring herself to accept Sterling in her life?

HER KNIGHT IN SHINING ARMOUR is a thrilling story. I loved the setting and the budding romance between Sterling and Paisley. This was my first read by this author but I would definitely be buying her future books.

4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Reviewed by Shirley Buchanan

 

What an emotional and heart rending story. In past relationships, Paisley Vitale and Sterling James have both suffered from different forms of abuse and don't believe they will ever find a happily ever after or that they really deserve one. This story was full of twists and turns as they searched for their elusive happiness. Would that be together or apart?

Running from an abusive, stalking ex-husband, Paisley just knows she has the fool proof plan, but a chance encounter with a deer, a tree, and a bear changed everything. Waking up in a strange man's tent, she could hardly control her emotions: rage, fear, desire and confusion. She didn't want any man to help her, but certainly not a heart stopping, gorgeous, fall-into-my-eyes psychiatrist. She loathed all men, but what she felt for Sterling was certainly not loathing, but desire. Seriously hurt and afraid her ex-husband would find her, she succumbs to the plan he outlines to help her flee from the park and get her back on her feet. Acting like lovers whenever necessary throughout their escape from the park pushed the envelope for them both. As these unwanted sparks of desire constantly flowed between them from the first moment they met, her desire to be free of every man constantly warred with the emotion. When he proposes a new plan to help her escape her ex-husband's clutches, she is astounded. She had lost her freedom once and barely survived, was she crazy to take a chance again?

Handsome, sexy, and rich, Sterling James is known as the Ice Man,but he has an immunity against women. After several painful experiences in his past, he has decided they only want his body or his money, but they don't want just him. With his libido in the deep freeze for so many years, it was easy to be aloof, cold and a challenge to women, but when he laid eyes on Paisley, all his thoughts changed. Saving her from an enraged bear and a terrible accident, he is smitten from his first glance at her. Unlike any other women he has ever met, she fired his desire and thawed the ice around his libido and his heart. But would she be like all the rest? He had been emotional abused and played for a fool before, but he wanted to trust his judgment this time. If he could help her find herself, maybe he would find himself in the process. He liked being her knight in shining armour, protecting her, rescuing her and fighting her battles. Was he being played for a fool again? Was his judgment sound? Could he have a happily ever after? Should he even take a chance?

This was my first read by this marvelous author, but it will definitely not be my last. A roller coaster of emotions on both sides gave the story an added dimension of reality to the problems encountered in cases of past emotionally and physically abused relationships. From the first page to the last, I found myself hurriedly turning the pages to see how they would solve their problems next. Excellent story. Well developed characters melded with a well thought out plot to create a masterful story as they try to find their way to an eternal love. I enjoyed the story tremendously.

I would recommend to any romance readers who desired a story that is appealing on several layers of emotions. I was given a copy by the author for an honest review.

5/5 Stars                     Could they save each other???

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Her Man From Shilo by Robyn Rychards

Reviewed by Desere

Her Man From Shilo was a deeply tender and emotional read from start to finish. The book tells the story of Daimiana, since the age of four she had the man she was going to marry all picked out and just waiting to grow up so she could grab her chance.

Rafferty has always seen Daimiana as the little girl that through the years has grown into a woman that sets his soul of fire, and is most of all off limits. But as fate would have it they do marry, however after seven years of marriage and they are still living apart and have never consummated the marriage, but after Rafferty's stepfather decides it is time for him to marry the girl next door, it gives Rafferty the out he has been looking for.

Together he and Daimiana decide to bring their marriage out into the open, only it remains a marriage in name only as Rafferty battles his own demons and fights to do everything in his power not to complicate it with sex. Daimiana however has plans, she has the ring and the marriage certificate all she needs is the man in her bed!

The character of Daimiana was the kind I like, strong and feisty willing to fight for what she wants however at the same time she was also able to back off when the moment called for it, which made her likeable and fun to read.  Rafferty however was one I wanted to strangle and shake, just to wake him up to let him see what is standing right in front of him, and tell him to get his butt in gear before he looses it all.

The backdrop setting of a gorgeous land was exquisitely described by the author, leaving me with a sense of peace and serenity as I envisioned the mountain tops and green valleys. The dialogue was strong and emotional, falling into place with the rocky mountains as it portrays the turmoil and heartache the characters are feeling much like the mountains being as unpredictable as they are romantic.

The sexual level was of a high to low kind as the two characters much like a horse going from a gallop to a full out run, go from hot to cold in a matter of seconds. If your the kind of reader that prefers your books to spell it out for you from the moment they touch right through to the moment after this read is not for you, the author left the imagination of sex up to the reader by going from the kiss straight to the moment after.

This has always been a dislike for me, however this author did the unique trick of pulling it off by letting the words spoken afterwards distract me as reader all together from the unwritten sex scene I have come to know, and bringing me back to the real message being outlined.

I highly recommend this read for lovers of romance with loads of drama, heartache and love found. I predict many more dramatic reads coming from this author.
5/5 star review
" She will do anything to finally have him in her arms"