Proof by Seduction, by Courtney Milan

Reader beware: In compliance with FTC guidelines, readers should be aware that my copy of this novel was obtained directly from Ms Milan in a multiple-title drawing she held at her blog in early December. Thank you.

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Proof by Seduction, by Courtney Milan

Published by Harlequin Historical Romance, this novel is Ms Milan’s full length debut. Set in London during the late 1830s, Proof by Seduction follows the story of one Jenny Keeble—aka Mme Esmerelda, soothsayer and future diviner—and a marquess.

Here is the (much hated) back cover blurb:

Beyond the Rain, by Jess Granger

Beyond the Rain, by Jess Granger

I blogged just a few days ago about my moral hangover about the ARCs I have in my forever-growing-like-the-blob-thing TBR mountain range, and how I agonize over what to read next, and…

Yeah, well, I’m also a mood reader, which means that when a book calls loud enough, nothing will do but for me to devour it. Best thing ever is when that compulsion is rewarded by an engrossing read that keeps me awake half the night and has me grabbing for the book first thing upon opening my weary eyes in the morning.

That was the case with Beyond the Rain.

This futuristic/science-fiction flavored romance is Ms Granger’s debut novel and may I say, what a GREAT way to start a career it is? Seriously, people. Not only is the world building near flawless, the characters are extremely engaging.

The basic setup for the beginning of the novel is given by the (unusually accurate and perhaps just a teensy bit spoilery) back cover blurb:

“Show Me” by Jaci Burton

“Show Me”, by Jaci Burton

Published in electronic format by Samhain as part of the Sneak Peek duet, “Show Me” is one of Ms Burton’s erotic romances. As such, it contains graphic language and sexual scenes, and should be avoided by all minors as well as by adults with objections to either.

Here is the blurb from the publisher’s site:

Broken Wing, by Judith James

Broken Wing, by Judith James

Ms James’ debut novel, Broken Wing is a historical romance set during the Napoleonic wars. The action covers a number of years and countries, mainly following the fate of its hero, Gabriel St Croix.

I first fell for this title because of Kristie(J)’s review. She has a way of making people crave whatever she has loved. However, around the time I got a copy (courtesy of Ms James herself, through a giveaway at Romance Novel TV—if memory serves *wince*) I happened to read this review by our very own Super Librarian. Yikes!!! Conflicting reviews ahoy, both from people whose tastes I trust!

So I put it on the TBR mountain range, knowing that sooner or later I would just grab and read it. Then orannia came up with a nifty little challenge and…here we are.

Here’s the back cover blurb: