Book Review: The Partner Track by Helen Wan

Release date: September 17th 2013 Publisher: St. Martin’s Press Purchase: Amazon Synopsis via Goodreads: A young attorney must choose between the prestige of partnership and the American Dream that she—and her immigrant parents—have come so close to achieving in this riveting debut In the eyes of her corporate law firm, Ingrid Yung is a “two-fer.” As a Chinese-American woman about to be ushered into the elite rank of partner, … Continue reading Book Review: The Partner Track by Helen Wan

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YOU SHOULD READ: ‘Impossibly Love’ by Shane Morgan

Release date: October 29th 2013 Publisher: TSW Books Summary: All Moya Douglas wants to do is study hard, maintain her scholarship, and make her mother proud while attending college. She doesn’t have time for a boyfriend or going on dates arranged by her best friend. Moya doesn’t believe in love. And she has no intention of ever finding it. Branden McCarthy is determined to change … Continue reading YOU SHOULD READ: ‘Impossibly Love’ by Shane Morgan

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Book Review: ‘Fallen Too Far’ by Abbi Glines

Series: Too Far #1 Release date: December 14th 2012 Purchase: Amazon Synopsis via Goodreads: To want what you’re not supposed to have… She is only nineteen. She is his new stepfather’s daughter. She is still naïve and innocent due to spending the last three years taking care of her sick mother. But for twenty-four year old Rush Finlay, she is the only thing that has … Continue reading Book Review: ‘Fallen Too Far’ by Abbi Glines

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Book Review: ‘Hopeless For You’ by Hayden Hill

Release date: September 19th 2013 Self-Published Purchase: Amazon Synopsis via Goodreads: Ash Jensen, a squeaky-clean sophomore at the University of Tennessee, has a trail of baggage a mile long―she buried her fiancé only a year and a half ago. She swore she’d never love again but when she finds herself interned to a yummy Canadian conservation officer that promise is tested big-time. Kade Gyllenhahl sports wild tattoos, a … Continue reading Book Review: ‘Hopeless For You’ by Hayden Hill

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You Should Read: ‘Honeysuckle and Jasmine’ by Liz Grace Davis

Release date: September 30th 2013 Synopsis via Goodreads: The past is never far behind. Senia Loato’s life has been needled by disappointment, and the wounds that fester go beyond skin deep. She is certain if she puts miles between her and her tainted past, she will somehow outrun it. When she’s offered the chance to leave her island home of Mintang to become an au pair … Continue reading You Should Read: ‘Honeysuckle and Jasmine’ by Liz Grace Davis

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Book Review: ‘The Dirty Secrets of Markham Savoy’ by C.C. Dalton

Series: Colebrook Academy #1 Release date: August 6th 2013 Publisher: Twist Literary Purchase: Amazon Rating: 5 out of 5 Synopsis via Goodreads: Markham Savoy is Colebrook Academy’s most infamous student… He’s also the most attractive, most deviant, and most charming, but who’s counting? Every Colebrook matriculant knows that Markham is in the business of making problems disappear. And Colebrook students have no shortage of problems. But his aid comes at … Continue reading Book Review: ‘The Dirty Secrets of Markham Savoy’ by C.C. Dalton

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Book Review: “Where Beauty Lies” by Elle & Blair Fowler

The London sisters return in this charming new novel about love, friendship, and the perils of fame. Despite their very public arrest, Ava and Sophia London are about to discover that in L.A. there’s no such thing as bad press. Suddenly, they are the hottest “It” girls in town and are one step closer to making their brand, London Calling, a household name. Their newfound … Continue reading Book Review: “Where Beauty Lies” by Elle & Blair Fowler

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[EXCLUSIVE] Interview with Author L. Divine

Recently I was browsing around Amazon and came across a rather interesting series. The description immediately grabbed my attention, not mainly for the drama involved, but the story behind its creation. Author L. Divine is the mastermind behind the ongoing series, Drama High. She hopes to enhance literacy among teens, and with her young adult series she’s aiming at not only giving them something interesting … Continue reading [EXCLUSIVE] Interview with Author L. Divine

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L. Divine in ’10’

Author L. Divine steps away from the ‘Drama’ to take on our traditional 10 quick questions. Check out her replies below: 1. What is your one-line positive thinking mantra? Whatever is praiseworthy think of such things. 2. Describe your personality? Quirky, loud, bright and real. 3. What practices have you adopted that have led to a healthier lifestyle? I love to lift weights and jog. … Continue reading L. Divine in ’10’

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Book Review: ‘Dirty Little Secret’ by Jennifer Echols

Released: July 16th 2013 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Purchase: Amazon | Book Depository Rating: 3/5 Synopsis via Goodreads: Bailey wasn’t always a wild child and the black sheep of her family. She used to play fiddle and tour the music circuit with her sister, Julie, who sang and played guitar. That ended when country music execs swooped in and signed Julie to a solo deal. Never mind that Julie and Bailey … Continue reading Book Review: ‘Dirty Little Secret’ by Jennifer Echols

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Book Review: ‘The Space Between’ by Victoria H. Smith

Release date: March 2, 2013 Self-published Rating: 4/5 Purchase: Amazon *I purchased the paperback. Synopsis via Goodreads: When Drake started the night at his father’s campaign fundraiser, he never imagined he’d end it being conned into buying drugs on the West Side. Losing high-stakes poker has its consequences, but he’d repeatedly face them just to hear Lacey Douglas sing. Drake sees Lacey light up the stage, and he … Continue reading Book Review: ‘The Space Between’ by Victoria H. Smith

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You Should Be Reading: ‘Chase’ by Chantal Fernando & Dawn Martens

Release date: May 17th 2013 Self-published Purchase: Amazon Average Rating: 3.97 Synopsis via Goodreads: Moving in with a guy you only met once? Stupid. But for student Layla Crawford, this was reality. Chase Jackson is a renowned playboy and self professed commitment phobe, that is until he meets Layla. Blinded by his intensity to have her, Chase will stop at nothing to make her his. … Continue reading You Should Be Reading: ‘Chase’ by Chantal Fernando & Dawn Martens

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Book Review: The Wonder Bread Summer by Jessica Anya Blau

Released: May 28th 2013 Publisher: Harper Perennial Purchase: Amazon Rating: 2/5 *A paperback copy was provided by publisher in exchange of an honest review. Synopsis via Goodreads: It’s 1983 in Berkeley, California. Twenty-year-old Allie Dodgson is a straitlaced college student working part-time at a dress shop to make ends meet. But when the shop turns out to be a front for a dangerous drug-dealing business, Allie finds herself on … Continue reading Book Review: The Wonder Bread Summer by Jessica Anya Blau

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Book Review: The Perfume Collector by Kathleen Tessaro

Released: May 14th 2013 Publisher: Harper Collins Purchase: Amazon | B&N Description: London, 1955: Grace Monroe is a young newlywed, eager to make a success of her marriage. However, with her intellectual curiosity and her unladylike talent for advanced mathematics, she finds the routine of elegant luncheons and exclusive parties among post-war London’ s social set more tiresome than exciting. When Grace receives an unexpected … Continue reading Book Review: The Perfume Collector by Kathleen Tessaro

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You Should Be Reading: ‘The Space Between’ by Victoria H. Smith

The Space Between (Space #1) by Victoria H. Smith Average rating: 3.65 Released: March 2nd 2013 Formats: Paperback | Kindle Purchase: Amazon Description: When Drake started the night at his father’s campaign fundraiser, he never imagined he’d end it being conned into buying drugs on the West Side. Losing high-stakes poker has its consequences, but he’d repeatedly face them just to hear Lacey Douglas sing. Drake sees … Continue reading You Should Be Reading: ‘The Space Between’ by Victoria H. Smith

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Blog Tour Stop + Giveaway: Gravity by Melissa West

Welcome to the EY stop on the Melissa West Gravity Blog Tour, hosted Shane @ Itching for Books. Be sure to click the rafflecopter link below the author spotlight to enter for a chance to win a signed copy of the book: Title: Gravity (The Taking #1) Author: Melissa West Expected Publication: October 30th 2012 Publisher: Entangled Publishing, LLC Pre-order: Amazon | B&N Summary: In the future, only … Continue reading Blog Tour Stop + Giveaway: Gravity by Melissa West

Kai Morgan @embraceyoumagOctober 18, 2012October 18, 20123 Comments

Books, Interviews

[Exclusive] Interview with Devri Walls + Giveaway

Who is Devri Walls? You’re about to find out. The wonderful author has taken the time to stop by EY and share a bit with us about her inspirations, concepts, and what’s next. On a side note: “I believe that we have things to offer the world that no one else can do for us. I believe that you can shape your life how you … Continue reading [Exclusive] Interview with Devri Walls + Giveaway

Kai Morgan @embraceyoumagOctober 13, 2012October 19, 20127 Comments

Book Blurb: Kill Switch by Neal Baer & Jonathan Greene

Released: September 25th 2012 Publisher: Kensington Purchase: Amazon | B&N Summary: A heart-pounding glimpse into the world of forensic psychiatry, “Kill Switch” marks the powerful fiction debut of Neal Baer and Jonathan Greene–former executive producers of television’s acclaimed “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” Filled with breakneck suspense, vivid characters, and riveting detail, it is a mindbending thriller you’ll never forget. Meet Claire Waters, a … Continue reading Book Blurb: Kill Switch by Neal Baer & Jonathan Greene

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Beauty, Books, cosmetics, Fashion

Beneath the Glitter: 4 Fashion & Beauty Tips You’ll Enjoy!

Elle & Blair Fowler‘s debut novel Beneath the Glitter is set to be unleashed on September 4, 2012. Throughout the book the sisters mention a bunch of stuff that you could either consider or stay away from. Well, I’m focusing on the cool stuff you can try while you wait for the book’s release: 1. Polka Dots Polka dots are never too played out. This cute … Continue reading Beneath the Glitter: 4 Fashion & Beauty Tips You’ll Enjoy!

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Book Review: Dear Drama by Braya Spice

Paperback, 288 pages Purchase: Amazon | IndieBound | eBook Rating: 5/5 Published: April 1st 2012 Kensington Publishing Corp. *Copy provided by author. Synopsis: Have you ever had a friend who just seems to attract trouble, no matter what she does? That’s Allure. Just 21, she barely made it out alive from an abusive relationship with her psycho baby daddy, Greg. Poor girl just wants to be loved, … Continue reading Book Review: Dear Drama by Braya Spice

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