Waiting On Wednesday (on a Thursday) ... The Roommate

Waiting On Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Yes, it is Thursday. I had a cover reveal to share yesterday and still wanted to ensure the book I am waiting on this week got some attention!

This week's pick is The Roommate by Rosie Danan

Here is the Goodreads synopsis

House Rules:
Do your own dishes
Knock before entering the bathroom
Never look up your roommate online

The Wheatons are infamous among the east coast elite for their lack of impulse control, except for their daughter Clara. She’s the consummate socialite: over-achieving, well-mannered, predictable. But every Wheaton has their weakness. When Clara’s childhood crush invites her to move cross-country, the offer is too much to resist. Unfortunately, it’s also too good to be true.

After a bait-and-switch, Clara finds herself sharing a lease with a charming stranger. Josh might be a bit too perceptive—not to mention handsome—for comfort, but there’s a good chance he and Clara could have survived sharing a summer sublet if she hadn’t looked him up on the Internet...

Once she learns how Josh has made a name for himself, Clara realizes living with him might make her the Wheaton’s most scandalous story yet. His professional prowess inspires her to take tackling the stigma against female desire into her own hands. They may not agree on much, but Josh and Clara both believe women deserve better sex. What they decide to do about it will change both of their lives, and if they’re lucky, they’ll help everyone else get lucky too.

Berkley has been absolutely knocking it out of the park with their romance titles the last while and The Roommate sounds like it is going to be no exception to this.

It sound like it is going to be a funny, sexy read that will help ease the pain of summer going away. It's September release may seem far away but something tells me this is going to be worth the wait!



Expected release date - September 15, 2020

Cover Reveal : Empire High Untouchables by Ivy Smoak

Today we are sharing an exciting cover reveal for EMPIRE HIGH UNTOUCHABLES by Ivy Smoak! This is a contemporary romance, standalone that will be releasing July 9, 2020. Check out Ivy's facebook page for a chance to win a $50 Gift Card!

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Empire High Untouchables by Ivy Smoak

A Contemporary Romance | Coming July 9, 2020

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Book Blurb

The Untouchables. That’s what everyone calls them. At least, it’s my best friend’s nickname for them. And since she’s the only one that talks to me at my new school, I’ll take her word for it. The nickname probably comes from the fact that they’re exorbitantly wealthy. Old wealth. The kind that isn’t flaunted around. But you can tell by the way they carry themselves. Or maybe the name just refers to the fact that they’re so beautiful it’s almost hard to look at them. No matter the reason for their nickname, it’s an ironic one. Because I’ve only been going to this school for a week and I already want to touch.

Giveaway

Go to Ivy's Facebook page to enter to win the cover reveal giveaway for a $50 Gift Card!

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Author Information

 Ivy Smoak is the international bestselling author of The Hunted series. When she's not writing, you can find her binge watching too many TV shows, taking long walks, playing outside, and generally refusing to act like an adult. She lives with her husband in Delaware.   

FIND IVY SMOAK:

Website | Facebook | Twitter | Bookbub | Instagram | Goodreads | Amazon

An Offer To Authors

With COVID-19 cancelling events all over the world I wanted to use today's post to extend an offer to all authors out there (especially the debut authors).

There are plenty of authors who have had various events canceled or are going to have release events and tours impacted by the virus. If you are one such author and are looking for other ways to promote during this time I am offering up my blog for guest posts, Q and As, or anything else you are up for.

Reach out via email or Twitter and I will happily work with out to schedule something.

Hope to work with many of you soon!

Cover Reveal: Dark Prince by Michelle Hercules

Today we have the cover reveal for Michelle Hercules’ Dark Prince! This book not only a paranormal romance that kicks off a series about vampires but it also releases on my birthday! What a fantastic birthday gift for myself!

Check out the gorgeous cover and be sure to pre-order your copy today!

Title: Dark Prince 

Author: Michelle Hercules 

Release Date: April 3rd 

COVER DESIGN: Michelle Hercules

PHOTOGRAPHER: Michelle Lancaster (@lanefotograf)

MODEL: Chase Mattson

About Dark Prince: 

There are only two ways a human can cross the gates of Bloodstone Institute: as a familiar to one of the blueblood vampires who attend the elite school or as a snack.

I’m neither, but I have to get in at all costs. My brother made a big mistake, and now I have to fix it by stealing from the most powerful and cruel vampire to ever come to Bloodstone, Lucca Della Morte. If that wasn’t almost suicidal, I need to get it done before the spell concealing my human nature wears off.

But I forget that I’m only pretending to be a vampire. I’m still human and susceptible to Lucca’s dangerous allure. His darkness calls to my soul. His savagery makes my blood sing. I’m falling for the dark prince, craving him in a visceral way that’s frightening and exciting at the same time.

If he discovers my secret, he’ll destroy me. And yet, I can’t help wanting to get closer. I never thought I had a death wish until I met him.

Pre-Order Your Copy Today:

Amazon | Amazon UK | Amazon CA| Amazon AU 

About Michelle Hercules: 

Michelle Hercules always knew creative arts were her calling but not in a million years did she think she would become an author. With a background in fashion design she thought she would follow that path. But one day, out of the blue, she had an idea for a book. One page turned into ten pages, ten pages turned into a hundred, and before she knew, her first novel, The Prophecy of Arcadia, was born.

Michelle Hercules resides in The Netherlands with her husband and daughter. She is currently working on the Legends of Gattica series.

Connect with Michelle: 

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Waiting On Wednesday .... Majesty

Waiting On Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

This week's pick is Majesty by Katharine McGee

** Spoilers for American Royals** 

Here is the Goodreads synopsis

Is America ready for its first queen?

Power is intoxicating. Like first love, it can leave you breathless. Princess Beatrice was born with it. Princess Samantha was born with less. Some, like Nina Gonzalez, are pulled into it. And a few will claw their way in. Ahem, we're looking at you Daphne Deighton.

As America adjusts to the idea of a queen on the throne, Beatrice grapples with everything she lost when she gained the ultimate crown. Samantha is busy living up to her "party princess" persona...and maybe adding a party prince by her side. Nina is trying to avoid the palace--and Prince Jefferson--at all costs. And a dangerous secret threatens to undo all of Daphne's carefully laid "marry Prince Jefferson" plans.

A new reign has begun....

American Royals was such a fun read that I was immediately excited that there would be a sequel. The story leaves on a major cliffhanger so I am looking forward to continuing all of the amazing plot points.

This is pretty much frothy, soapy read that would make a perfect Netflix television show. It feels like beach reading but will help kick off the end of summer with a first of September release date. It'll be a perfect one to pair with Labour Day weekend.

Expected release date - September 1, 2020

Monthly TBR and Wrap Up

March is upon us. I can finally see the end to this winter and am looking forward to spring. It has not been a bad winter but I am over the snow.

I feel like March is a renewal in so many ways. Hopefully the snow stays away and the nice weather arrives quickly.

Before I get into what I am hoping to read in March I have to wrap up February.

The books that were on my list are:

Wicked Sexy Liar by Christina Lauren (goodreads)

The Goal by Elle Kennedy (goodreads)
The Princess Diarist by Carrie Fisher (goodreads)

My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell (goodreads)

Plus I had some ebooks on my list:

Interference by Harlow Cole (goodreads)
The Stars We Steal by Alexa Donne (goodreads)
Of Curses and Kisses by Sandhya Menon (goodreads)
Yes No Maybe So by Becky Albertalli and Aisha Saeed (goodreads)
She Died Famous by Kyle Rutkin (goodreads)

I managed to read five books which I think is an improvement (especially in a short month).

Here is what I managed to read in February:

Yes No Maybe So by Becky Albertalli and Aisha Saeed (goodreads)
Of Curses and Kisses by Sandhya Menon (goodreads)
The Stars We Steal by Alexa Donne (goodreads)

The Princess Diarist by Carrie Fisher (goodreads)
Wicked Sexy Liar by Christina Lauren (goodreads)

My #2020PopCultureResolution continues to be a success with me reading The Princess Diarist for Feb and watching A Streetcar Named Desire. Excited to continue with this in March.

Here is what I hope to read in March.

The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson (goodreads)
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell (goodreads)
House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J Maas (goodreads)

House of Earth and Blood is such a thick book. At 799 pages it is legitimately hefty. I am reading The Devil in the White City and watching It Happened One Night for my #2020PopCultureResolution so look for reviews of both of those later this month.

I also have some ebooks I am hoping to get to. I am keeping this light this month.

Interference by Harlow Cole (goodreads)
Foul is Fair by Hannah Capin (goodreads)
In Five Years by Rebecca Serle (goodreads)

What books are you reading this month? Have you read any of the ones on my list? If so, let me know what you think in the comments.

Weekly Obsessions

The awesome Kelly at KellyVision started posting a weekly post highlighting whatever she happened to be obsessed with that week. I LOVE this idea, so much in fact that I will be doing it myself every weekend.

BOOKS

Cover for Meet You In The Middle by Devon Daniels (goodreads)

Berkley has been absolutely killing it with their romance novels lately and I am really excited for this one that deals with politics and boats a really cute cover.

This book has a fall release so it'll be a bit of a wait, but if Berkley's track record is any indication, it is going to be worth the wait.

MOVIES/TV

Candyman Trailer

I enjoyed the original Candyman a lot and was excited when I heard that Jordan Peele was involved in a sequel/reboot of sorts. Nia DaCosta is directing and the trailer looks amazing.

There is so much going on in this trailer. We have that incredible remix of Say My Name by Destiny's Child. It is a perfect use of a song in a trailer. Definite goosebumps were happening. We also have the confirmation that the original Candyman Tony Todd is reprising his role. There is no mistaking his recognizable voice. There is also more than just that linking it to the original however as we do see another original cast member (who I assume is reprising their role as well). The trailer is slick, tense and pretty much ensures people will be interested in seeing it when it releases in the summer.

American Horror Story Season Ten Cast Announcement 

Ryan Murphy recently shared a video on his Instagram that announced the cast of the upcoming season of American Horror Story.

First, the big news is that Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters are set to return. They are huge fan favourites so people are excited. A moody shore line and Orville Peck's Dead of Night set the tone for the announcement and, I presume, the season.

I, however, am more excited by the reveal that Macaulay Culkin is joining the cast! He feels like such a natural fit for a Ryan Murphy show that I am surprised it has taken this long for Ryan to get him to appear in one. The return of Finn Wittrock is also very exciting for me (which surprises nobody). This cast is one of the few to get me really excited since the Hotel cast was announced. It's just such ridiculously good casting. I need to know the theme and other details immediately.

Shadow and Bone Netflix Series

The first season of Shadow and Bone has finished filming and Netflix has graced us with this really fun cast video. I love it.

Shadow and Bone has officially wrapped production and a few friends would like to wish you a warm welcome to the Grishaverse... pic.twitter.com/RjU66NiUmj

— Shadow And Bone (@shadowandbone_) February 28, 2020

I particularly love that Ben Barnes does not say who is he playing (even though we all know) and the very obvious 'Bad Guy' sign by what I am assuming is his trailer. I love that they are blending both the Shadow and Bone series with the Six of Crow series and the casting is PERFECT.

What are you obsessed with this week? Let me know in the comments.