Friday, June 6, 2014

Mayson Brothers Character Interview for Until Nico by Aurora Rose Reynolds


Dawn watches all of the guys walk into the room and turns to Christine who gestures at her to close her mouth.

Dazedly she nods and closes her mouth. The guys get settled and Christine raises an eyebrow at Dawn indicating she should get started.

Dawn:  Hey guys! Thank you so much for joining Christine and me this morning.

"Thanks for having us.” Asher says Cash Nico and Trevor nod.

Christine: Sorry gentlemen but you have to know that your presence is a little overwhelming. Dawn are you ready to get on with it?
Dawn nods and flushes a little thinking I know exactly what I would like to get on with and it isn't asking questions. Nico raises an eye brow with a knowing smirk.

 

Dawn: Uh…first can you tell me if there are any other brothers? I really am pissed that you all have your Boom and I wasn’t one of them. “Sorry there is just the four of us doll.” Trevor smiles sitting back in his chair.

Dawn:  OK First can you describe the boom? “For me I knew the moment I saw Sophie how I knew I don’t fucking know I just knew she was it my one.” Nico says.

Dawn: OK Asher – Considering you and your brothers had..ahem..a bit of a reputation prior to settling down, how are you planning on dealing with your daughters dating when the time comes?

“My daughters will never date” Asher says glaring at Dawn. She gives him a sheepish smile.

Dawn: Are your daughters more daddy’s girls or mommy’s girls? “My girls are daddies girls all the way.”

Dawn: November seems like a very independent woman. When you found out about her inheritance you made it abundantly clear that you wanted her to put that money into college funds for your girls. Has any other argument ever come up about her wanting to contribute to the household expenses?

“My wife is independent but I find ways to get her to see things my way. She has used some of the money from her inheritance but not on things for our family. She is a very active figure in the community and has helped a lot of people.

Christine: I think Asher has been in the hot seat long enough. Let’s move on to Trevor.

Dawn and Christine both turn eyes to Trevor who smirks.

Christine: Trevor if you knew right away that Liz was your boom why were you so quick to walk away from her when you thought she was a virgin?

“Fuck you have to start out with that question?” He shifts in his chair. “Yes I knew that she was my one but I honestly wasn’t ready or didn’t think I was. Yes its fucked up to assume that she would be there when I was ready but she scared the shit out of me.

Christine: Were you devastated when she said she didn’t want kids?

“Devastated no. I know my woman I knew that she wanted children and that she was just afraid of the what if’s what if she died what if I died.” His fingers move to his wedding band rolling it around his finger. “My wife is strong a lot stronger then she even knows.”

Christine: How hard was it for you to watch Cash being manipulated by Jules? I mean you met Lilly at the same time he did.

“I was pissed but knew that he had to deal with the situation how he saw fit.”

Dawn clears her throat and looks at Cash.

 

Dawn: Cash how hard was it for you to walk away from Lilly knowing she was your boom but being tied to Jules so Jax could be born?

“Very hard but when you are forced to choose between the woman you love and a child that has no voice what do you do?” He asks sitting back.

Dawn: What do you think would have happened if Lilly’s text to you hadn’t been intercepted by Jules and you found out she was pregnant?

“Honestly I have no clue. And I never want to think about it. Yes I missed out on a lot of Ashlyn’s life but I also had my son.”

Dawn: Is there a part of you that regrets not having another child with Lilly especially since you weren’t able to witness her pregnancy and the birth of your daughter?

“In some ways yes but we missed out on a lot of time. Both of us decided to just give out kids all of our attention and focus on our family.

Dawn turns to Christine and claps her hands excitedly as she mouths Nico. Christine rolls her eyes.

Christine to Nico: Technically it should be me asking you these questions but Dawn has a bit of a crush on you so I’m going to let her ask and I apologize up front.

Dawn frowns before turning love struck eyes on Nico and giving a dreamy sigh.

Dawn: So the readers are anxious to get their hands on you Nico.

Christine: Dawn we talked about this.

Dawn: I meant his book!

Dawn looks at Christine who has narrowed eyes on her and is shaking her head in warning.

Dawn: *whispers* Fine!  Sorry Nico, I meant the readers are anxious to get their hands on your book.

Nico Chuckles running a hand over his head then looking over at Trevor who is laughing his ass off.

Dawn: I have to tread cautiously because I don’t like to give away too much. When you saw Sophie for the first time your reaction was almost pissed. What was the reasoning for that?

“Sophie is beautiful and so innocent that I was wondering how I could convince her that she would even take a chance on me.

Dawn: Did your brothers give you much of a hard time since you laughed at them when they settled in with their girl”

“They know better then to fuck with me.” Nico smirks and Trevor rolls his eyes.

Dawn: Why did you have such a strong reaction to Sophie having a picture of Jamie Dornan on her phone as her screensaver?

“That dude looked like someone I would eat for breakfast. If that was what she wanted or was interested in what the fuck kind of shot did I have.” His eyes narrow slightly “Besides she doesn’t need to be looking at other men.”

Dawn: Who is her screensaver now?

She takes pictures all the time of me and the girls. The last  one she had on her phone was of me shirtless with the girls laying against my chest wearing the tutus that November bought them.

Dawn: Are you happy with your decision for your career that took you away from the construction business with your brothers?

“I love what I do for a living I love knowing that I’m making the world safer for not only my kids but my nieces and nephews.

Christine: Let’s ask some questions and any of you can answer ok? How do you all keep your relationship thriving with your wives? Especially with kids in the mix?

“I think you just need to make sure that your spouse always knows they are wanted. Yes I love my kids but I also love my wife and I make sure she knows that everyday.” Asher says and the boys nod. “Buying the book the Karma sutra isn’t a bad thing either.” Trevor smiles.

Dawn: What was the last sweet thing you guys did for your wives?

“Daddy daycare happens once every couple months and we let the women run wild.

Christine: What can we expect next out of you guys?

“Who knows what will happen. Aurora is always trying to come up with some crazy ass situation so I guess we will wait and see what happens.

 

 

Kim Karr - Mended Blog Tour




Music has the power to heal, but not all broken hearts can be mended.

Always in control, Xander Wilde considered life on the road to be a perfect fit for him. But when disaster strikes on the band’s latest tour, fate intervenes…and a newly single Ivy Taylor, the only girl he has ever loved, steps back into his life.

After moving past her painful breakup with Xander years ago, Ivy was poised to become the next big name in music…when suddenly she withdrew from the limelight—the same day she announced her engagement to her controlling agent, Damon Wolf.

Xander knows he should keep his distance. But once they’re on the road, he can’t resist pursuing her for a second chance. Yet a jealous Damon can’t let her go—and he’s keeping dangerous secrets that could destroy them all. 

When the three of them come together, everything falls apart. But if Xander and Ivy can hold tight to the bond that connects them, they just might have a chance to reclaim the powerful love they thought they had lost forever....


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I've been a fan of the Connection series from the beginning and enjoyed the return of prior characters but I was thrilled to finally get inside Xander's head. From the beginning we knew Xander had a story to tell and Kim did another fantastic job of giving us another beautiful love story. 

I really enjoyed getting to know Xander and LOVED that this story was mostly told from his point of view. When we met Xander in Connected he was not very nice to Dahlia and I wondered what his deal was. Xander had to get over prior mistakes and now that Ivy is back into his life he needs to make mends with her. Xander broke Ivy's heart but once they see each other again, they realize how their hearts never really moved on but the trust has been broken. This was a beautiful story of high school sweethearts reconnecting. 

Kim always tells such beautiful stories and really knows how to throw in the element of surprise. There was a major twist in this story that I never saw coming which brought on the drama, heartbreak and emotions. As always, I love how music always plays a big part in Kim's stories and listened to her playlist while reading. 

If you are a fan of the Connections series, then this a must read. I fell in love with Xander and know you will too. I can't wait for the next installments in this series. 

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Thursday, June 5, 2014

Until Nico by Aurora Rose Reynolds - Review & Giveaway


Until Nico (Book Four) Until Series
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iTunes: TBD
RELEASE DATE: June 3rd, 2014
Blurb
Sophie Grates has never had it easy, but she’s finding her way through life one step and one day at a time. That is, Until Nico comes in and flips her world upside-down. He forces her to see you cannot live life from the outside looking in, and sometimes you have to step out onto the ledge so you can really enjoy the view. Nico Mayson knew the moment he saw Sophie Grates that she was the one. His whole life, he has been judged by what’s on the outside, so finding a beautiful woman who sees the real him only makes his feelings that much stronger. Nico knows the kind of man he is, and the things he is capable of, and he will do everything in his power to help Sophie fight her demons so they can have their happily ever after. Everything in life worth having is worth fighting for.


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Excerpt:  Until Nico


I look around and see a guy staring at me. He’s about my age, not much taller than my five feet five inches, cute, and wearing a suit and tie. I start to wave to see if he’s the one I’m meeting, but then another guy catches my attention. He’s about six three and huge, and I don’t mean just in height; his body looks like it’s been chiseled from stone. He’s wearing black boots, washed-out blue jeans, and a white t-shirt, and every piece of skin exposed is covered with tattoos. His ears have those gauge thingies in them. His dark blond hair is cut low on the sides, and the top is in a fauxhawk. His jaw is strong, with a few days of stubble, and his eyes are so blue that they almost look like contacts. He is beautiful in a way that is unusual but no less gorgeous.

His eyes come to me before looking away quickly, and the next second, they come back to me and do a head-to-toe sweep. I gulp at the intense expression on his face. I glance past him to the other guy—or at least try to—but Mr. Tattoo starts towards me, blocking my view. I want to take a step back, but I can’t go anywhere. Then I see my phone in his hand.

“This yours?” he asks.

I nod like an idiot. He shakes his head, running his free hand down his face, and then his eyes sweep over me again.

“You have got to be fucking kidding me,” he says, seeming upset.

I look down at myself, wondering how I could’ve offended him. I look normal—or my working-outside-the-house normal. When I’m at home working, I wear baggy sweats I cut off to make shorts or pajama pants that hang off of me along with tank tops or T-shirts. The few days a week I get out of the house, I like to dress up or at least wear heels.

“This cannot be fucking happening,” he growls, and I wonder if he is completely crazy.

“What?” I ask, finally finding my voice. I have to tilt my head way back; even in my four-inch heels, he still towers over me.

“You.”

“Me, what?” I ask, confused.

“Never mind. Who is this?” He presses the button on my phone, the screen lights up, and a picture of Jamie Dornan wearing nothing but a pair of jeans takes up the screen.

“Um…that’s Jamie,” I reply, wondering why he is asking but too afraid to ask him; the look on his face isn’t very inviting for conversation.

“He your man?”

“I wish,” I mumble under my breath and hear him growl.

My head flies back as I search his face; his jaw is ticking, and his knuckles of the hand holding my phone are turning white.

“What does that mean?” he asks.

“That’s Jamie Dornan. He’s playing Fifty. I don’t know him.” I feel my cheeks heat up and look down at my feet.

What the hell’s wrong with me? Why am I not afraid right now? I have been scared of virtually everything my whole life, and now, when I should be running for cover, I’m not scared at all. Just a little embarrassed.

“I don’t have time for this,” he says, and I don’t know what he’s talking about, but I all of a sudden really want my phone out of his hand before he crushes it to smithereens.

When I look up again, I see that he is walking away. My eyebrows come together, and I wonder what he is doing. Then I realize he still has my cell.

“Hey! You can’t steal my phone!” I run after him, grabbing his arm.

He looks down at me then stops short. I’m completely caught off guard when he wraps an arm around my waist, pulling me flush against him. His free hand goes into my hair and pulls my head back, and then he kisses me. No, not kisses—he consumes me. My body starts to buzz like someone just plugged me into an electrical outlet, and I start to feel lightheaded. When he pulls his mouth from mine, I gasp, my fingers going to my lips.  

“What was that?” I whisper, looking into his eyes.

“What’s your name?” he asks, still holding me close.

“Sophie,” I tell him, my answer spoken behind my fingers.

His body is as hard as a rock against mine; I can feel every muscle, every contour, and it takes everything in me to keep breathing. I realize this is the first time in my life I have ever felt small, my curvy figure never having allowed it before.

“Sophie,” he repeats, standing up to his full height and pulling me with him. I look around and wonder if time has stopped for anyone else.  “My name is Nico.”

“Of course it is,” I say, staring into his amazing eyes, thinking that a guy who looks like him would have a name like that—cool and hot, something that rolls easily off your tongue but is hard to forget.

“I’ll see you when I get back into town, Sophie,” he says as he lets me go, making sure I’m steady on my feet.

“What?” I ask, looking around again.

“Here’s your phone.” He hands me my cell, and I’m still a little lightheaded when he starts to walk off again. I watch in a daze as he leaves, but then he turns around to face me from a few yards away.  “Sophie?”

“Yeah?”  

“Change the picture on your phone,” he demands before he turns and disappears into the crowd.



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Beautiful New Covers for Entire Series
First Three books in the Until Series will be ON SALE throughout the tour!
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Until November (Book One)  Until Series
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November is looking forward to getting to know her father and the safety of a small town. After leaving the Big Apple and her bad memories for Tennessee, November starts working for her dad at his strip club doing the books. The one time she’s allowed there during club hours she runs into Asher Mayson. He’s perfect until he opens his mouth and makes assumptions. November wants nothing to do with Asher but too bad for November, fate has other plans.


Asher Mayson has never had a problem getting a woman, that is until November. Now all he can think about is making November his and keeping her safe.


Warning 18+ sexual content and a strong Alpha Male.

Until Trevor (Book Two) Until Series
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Trevor Mayson had his life planned out - make the family business successful and play the field for a few more years before eventually settling down. Then he sees her. Liz Hayes was beautiful, shy and everything that he could ever want...but she didn't fit into his plans. After Trevor painfully rejects her, Liz finally starts to move on, but Trevor is finding it difficult to truly let her go. It seems the more he tries to stay away, the more intense his feelings for her become. Like a stretched rubber band, he can only take so much before snapping.


Liz Hayes is done waiting for Trevor and isn't interested in getting her heart broken by him again, but Trevor is making it difficult for her to forget him when he shoves his way back into her life.


Can Trevor prove to her that he is worth falling in love with again, and is he ready to change his life plan to let her into his heart?

Until Lilly (Book Three) Until Series
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When Cash Mayson was forced to choose between the love of his life and his unborn child, he knew exactly what he had to do. No matter how broken it left him.


When Lilly Donovan was forced to accept that the guy she loved wasn’t who she thought he was and became a single mother, she knew exactly what she had to do. Proving just how strong she was.
What happens when years later you find out that everything you thought you knew was a lie?


Can two people who once loved each other overcome the obstacles that are thrown at them and fall in love all over again?


Cash Mayson had forgotten how it felt to be loved Until Lilly came back into his life. And now that he remembers, he will do everything within his power to keep not only the woman that he loves, but also his children.


The power of love is a beautiful thing.


About the Author:
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Aurora Rose Reynolds is a navy brat who's husband served in the United States Navy. She has lived all over the country but now resides in New York City with her Husband and pet fish. She's married to an alpha male that loves her as much as the men in her books love their women. He gives her over the top inspiration everyday. In her free time she reads, writes and enjoys going to the movies with her husband and cookie. She also enjoys taking mini weekend vacations to nowhere, or spends time at home with friends and family. Last but not least she appreciates everyday and admires it's beauty.
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Dawn's 5 Book Mark Review
 
I love this author. I mean LOVE love this author.  I think the greatest thing for me is to see her writing style really flourish. If you compare her writing in Until November to Until Nico you can see she has really found her niche and man does she tell a story.
 
Nico....Holy hell Nico Mayson. I want a Nico Mayson. There are certain genres of books that appeal to readers and mine is a sexy dominant alpha male. Nico is that and then some. Poor little Nico always taunting his brothers as they fell one by one to their Boom. Now the shoe is on the other foot and Nico is taking the fall.
 
He finds a cell phone and calls the work place listed where he gets Sophie. They agree to meet so he can return the phone to her and their meeting is filled with bossy Nico realizing Sophie is his boom. The timing is less than perfect as Nico is getting ready to go out of town after a skip and he doesn't have time to put into pursuing the shy little Sophie.
 
This storyline appeals to me because you have Bad boy tatted up with gauges Nico and then sweet little librarian Sophie. An odder combination couldn't be pulled off as flawlessly as the author did.
 
Sophie is hesitant about letting Nico in, about letting anyone in but in  alpha male style the word NO is not in his vocabulary. He wears her down and their relationship progresses in true Mayson brother fashion.
 
Until Nico is my favorite book to date in the Until Series and I am anxiously awaiting Kenton's story.