After ending a five-year relationship, Callie Taylor resigns her job as special projects director at Harrah’s Casino, New Orleans. Wanting a fresh start, she accepts a position at Tahoe Silver Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, and decides to drive there. When she breaks for lunch right before reaching Lake Tahoe, she draws a flirtatious smile from a handsome white guy who causes her heart to beat a little faster, despite the fact that she’s sworn off romantic relationships for the foreseeable future. Just as well she didn’t actually meet him, she thinks, as she resumes her drive. A few minutes later, catching sight of Lake Tahoe itself, she pulls off the road and gets out of the car to absorb the awe-inspiring beauty of the place which will be her new home. Startled by the wail of an animal, she overcomes her fear to find a gangly, hurt puppy. She loads the pup into her car and makes a veterinary clinic her first stop when she reaches Lake Tahoe.
Below are a list of the African-American books on sale during the month of MAY 2012. Click on the title for review of the book. Click on ISBN to purchase.
INSPIRATIONAL | CONTEMPORARY/SERIES | MAINSTREAM
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REDEEMED - Sandra Bell Calhoune Urban Books/Christian |
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Sierra, Raine, and Liza are Destiny’s Divas, a fresh, new gospel group whose unique blend of singing and testifying has gained them fans across the country. They tell the world about how good God has been to them, but off-stage, each is living a life totally opposite to what she preaches—and each is harboring a secret that could ruin them all. Twenty-something Sierra Dixon speaks about the joy of being single and celibate, though she is anything but, drifting from one relationship to another. Although she stresses the importance of unconditional love within the family, Raine Omari has hit her breaking point with her mother-in-law and is ready to take drastic steps. And when Liza Washington discovers that her pastor-husband is in the middle of a scandal that could bring down more than just their ministry, she knows she must do something to stop him. One fateful evening their secrets are exposed, and one diva commits an act that could land her in prison for the rest of her life. Each has motive—who will crack? |
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SHADOWS OF THE PAST -
Alysha Adams Genesis Press/Spectrum |
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ALOHA FANTASY - Devon Vaughn Archer Harlequin Kimani/Romance |
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Award-winning photographer Danica Austin is the essence of urban chic. But with her love life going nowhere fast, she's more than ready to swap houses for a month in Hawaii. The minute her plane touches down on exotic Hilo, Danica can't wait to check out the social scene and catch some breathtaking sunsets. Until gorgeous real estate investor Boyd Reed comes into the picture to stake his claim on the house…and her heart! If this stunning stranger thinks she can just move into Boyd's jointly owned waterfront property, she can think again! Although he must admit: his temporary tenant is one irresistible woman. Sharing passion under tropical skies is making Boyd believe in the power of love. But Danica's not sure she wants to make Hawaii her home. If only he can just persuade her to spend the rest of her days and nights with him in their one-of-a-kind island paradise.… |
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LIAR'S WEB
- Sandra Bell Calhoune Genesis Press/Indigo PRINT | EBOOK |
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When photographer Star Evans returns to her hometown of Liberty Creek, Texas, to attend her grandmother's funeral, she has no idea of the drama that awaits her. Star receives a letter written by her grandmother informing her that eight years ago she crafted a shattering lie in order to separate her from the young man she loved. Now, in order to fulfill her grandmother's dying wish, Star must come face to face with her past by enlisting the help of her first love. Case Matthews once loved Star with all his heart and soul. Until the day she left town without a word of goodbye and shattered him, body and soul. Now, years later, Case is a successful rancher who's moved on from heartbreak and loss. When Star comes knocking at his door asking for his help, he has no intention of having anything to do with the pampered princess. But when danger comes calling at her family's ranch, Case steps in to protect the woman he still loves. And as they work together to unravel the mysteries of the past and present, an explosive passion reignites. |
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SLIGHTLY SINFUL
- Yvette Hines Romance Management Inc. |
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HEART - Raynetta Manees Amazon Digital |
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Meeko Moore is thrilled to win a Grammy with the voice God gave her, but she is determined not betray her values with tawdry costumes and provocative poses just to please her audience—or her manager. Under pressure to change her ways Meeko flees LA to return to the haven of her Georgia home town, where she is simply Tameka Morgan, the deacon’s daughter whose first joy is song. But when she meets Ty Barnett she realizes that the simple pleasures of love can mean the most difficult choices of all… |
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SEDUCED BY A STALLION -
Deborah Fletcher Mello Halequin Kimani/Romance |
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Wealthy Texas scion Matthew Stallion is the playboy of the Western world. In the courtroom, he's unbeatable. On a horse, he's unstoppable. And in bed…he's irresistible. But it may be time for the second eldest Stallion son to hang up his Stetson when he clashes with single mother Katrina Broomes. The widowed judge is the epitome of judicial calm and old-fashioned tradition. Until Matthew unleashes her wild passion. The charismatic, eye-catchingly gorgeous attorney is six feet plus of potent masculinity. Katrina doesn't stand a chance against Matthew's sensual onslaught. From the chic boulevards of Paris to the sprawling Stallion family ranch, she's getting a lesson in seduction—Texan style. Because when it comes to love out West…the sky's the limit! |
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ALWAYS IN MY HEART - Kayla
Perrin Harlequin Kimani/Romance |
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The oldest of three adopted daughters, Callie Hart has always loved being the protector of the family. But now she is all grown up—with a young son of her own to protect. Callie can't wait to show him off when she reunites with her two sisters in Ohio. But that also means coming face-to-face with the lover she left behind. Nigel Williams is even more irresistibly attractive than ever. But what will he do when he learns about the secret she kept hidden from him for ten years? Nigel has never forgiven Callie for fleeing Ohio—and the passion they shared. And when she shows up on his doorstep asking for forgiveness, the Cleveland cop is furious at her deception. But how can he deny the feelings Callie reawakens in him? Blindsided once again by the heat of desire, Nigel vows to fight for his future with the woman he has always loved. |
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MOVING ON - Reesa Shayne Amazon Digital Services |
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Moving On is a fun, light, romance from new contemporary writer Reesa Shayne. Months after an ugly break-up with her fiance that she didn't see coming, Melanie Lawson moves to a new city, and meets a man she just can't seem to stay away from. What's a girl to do, when in the middle of starting fresh, she can't seem to keep her lips off her sexy neighbor? Chase Arrington is ready to step up his A-game, in the advertising world that is. He's moving into the big leagues determined to prove to his father that he's ready to run the family business. But before he can do that, he needs to get his mind off of the gorgeous damsel in the apartment beneath his. Or maybe she's just the distraction he needs in his life. These two aren't looking for love when they move into Parkwood Apartments, but the attraction is explosive from the moment they lay eyes on eachother. Can they find a way to keep their mutual attraction under control and just be neighbors, or should they try playing for keeps? |
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LOST WITHOUT YOU - Yahrah St. John Harlequin Kimani/Romance |
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As the creative genius behind Georgia's most fabled cosmetics dynasty, Shane Adams has a legacy to live up to. The freewheeling Atlanta bachelor also knows how to romance a woman, wining and dining the city's most eligible beauties. Only Gabrielle Burton seems immune to his legendary charms. Yet Shane has never been able to forget his stunning rival, whose sweet desire is like a lingering perfume.…The hunky Adams Cosmetics VP has always held Gabby spellbound. But the workaholic perfumer never thought she could attract the sexy playboy's attention. Until she undergoes a major makeover. Suddenly she's on everyone's A-list…including Shane's. As intrigue swirls around the company, is the sensual scent of passion leading Gabby and Shane to love? |
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TEMPTATION RISING - A. C. Arthur |
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THE REVERAND'S WIFE -
Kimberley Lawson Roby Grand Central |
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AND THE DAPPER DAN - Keith Thomas Walker Keith Walker Books |
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RATING SCALE - An Award of Excellence will only be given if at least two reviewers agree on a 5-star rating.
Delilah Reynolds is days away from winning the contract of a lifetime with Torres Corporation. To set her mind at ease her best friend suggests she accompany her to a risqué weekend get-a-way on Cat Island in the Bahamas. Delilah agrees and finds herself in the arms of a mysterious stranger and an erotic night she will never forget. Soon she discovers her interior design company has not only won the contract, but Roberto Sanchez, her mystery man has stepped back into her life wanting more. No matter how much his sexual demands makes her throw caution to the wind, can she trust what she is feeling?
Roberto became captivated by a woman he’d seen once from afar. However, arrival at a close friend’s passion-filled weekend party and seeing the vivacious, auburn-haired, black woman in person flips his world upside down. He’s always preferred to live his life in shadows, secluding himself from the world. After a night of ecstasy with Delilah, she draws him out and makes him desire things he’d long deprived himself for growing success. Now, he’s willing to pull out all the stops until she can’t deny the attraction between them and yearns for something more--something like love.