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VBB Weekly – 12.23.2013

My family and I will be celebrating the Christmas holiday this week and as I think about everything I’m thankful for, I just wanted to take a moment to say how thankful I am for all your continued support. My blog has grown slowly and steadily and I am having the time of my life building relationships, reading books and discussing them with people that never tire about talking about the stories that bring us to tears and the characters that make us swoon. Whether you are celebrating something this week or not, I just wanted to say THANK YOU! For those of you celebrating the holidays with friends or family, I wish you much love and happiness… and of course, lots of good reading! ♥

Currently Reading

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Reading This Week

New Releases

Sempre Redemption (#2, Forever) by J.M. Darhower – The thrilling and sexy follow-up to Sempre (currently on sale for $1.99).
Breaking Bedrock – Follow-up novel to Bedrock.
Under Different Stars by Amy A. Bartol – An incredible urban fantasy/dystopian novel. One of my favorite reads this year! My review.
Ready To Fall (#2, Geoducks) by Daisy Prescott – Spin-off of Geoducks Are For Lovers – My review.
Bloodlines (#2, Conversion) by S.C. Stephens – The sequel to the paranormal romance, Conversion.
The Redhead Plays Her Hand (#3, Redhead) by Alice Clayton – This is the third and final book in the Redhead series, which is a bit heavier than its predecessors, with a more pain and heartfelt moments as Jack and Grace reach for their happily ever after.
Misbehaving (#6, Sea Breeze) by Abbi Glines – The sixth book in the Sea Breeze series, but this one can be read as a standalone.
Forever & Always and After Forever by Jasinda Wilder – These are some incredibly emotional books. They’re intense and beautifully written. Saving Forever, the third book, will be out February 14th. See my reviews: Forever & Always | After Forever.
What’s Left of Me by Amanda Maxyln – An emotional standalone book that’s receiving high marks to date.
Pieces For You (#2, Only For You) by Genna Rulon – This is a spin-off novel to Only For You, which was a witty, suspenseful romance. My review of Only For You.
Torn From You by Nashoda Rose – Intense and not for the faint of heart. This book is getting a lot of buzz right now.
Always You by Missy Johnson – A new student/teacher romance, enter the giveaway to win 1 of 2 ebooks!
Believe (novella) by Kelly Elliott – This is a novella in the Wanted series. This is from Brad and Amanda’s point of view and gives us a little glimpse into their world.

Upcoming Releases

12/23: Needing Her by Molly McAdams
12/24: Lila & Ethan by Jessica Sorensen
12/27: Broken Dove (#4, Fantasyland) by Kristen Ashley

Pre-Orders

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Must Reads of the Week

Forever & Always and After Forever are the newest books from Jasinda Wilder and let me tell you, I think they’re phenomenal. Don’t expect hearts and rainbows… these books are defined by pain, heartache, sadness and turmoil, but the writing is superb and the emotion it evokes is significant. Grab a bottle of wine, some tissue and lose yourself in this turbulent story.

Reading Order:

Forever & Always (#1): Amazon | Amazon UK | iTunes | B&N – My review
After Forever (#2): Amazon | Amazon UK | B&N – My review
Saving Forever (#3): Amazon | Amazon UK

New Reviews

Forever & Always (#1, Ever Trilogy) by Jasinda Wilder
After Forever (#2, Ever Trilogy) by Jasinda Wilder
Needing Her by Molly McAdams
Elite (#1, Eagle Elite) by Rachel Van Dyken
Cross Country Christmas (#1.5, Woodfalls Girls) by Tiffany King

Community News

Bonus Scene: Happy birthday to Søren from the Original Sinners series by Tiffany Reisz!!! Check out a deleted scene from The Saint!
First Chapter Reveal: Shaken Not Stirred by Alyssa Rose Ivy – Read the first full chapter of her new, upcoming book and enter to win an ARC!
Title Reveal: The second book in the Nova series by Jessica Sorensen is entitled Saving Quinton! The book will be out February 4th. I loved book 1, Breaking Nova – read an excerpt and my review.
New Pre-Order: Rare & Precious Things by Raine Miller – the 4th book in the Blackstone Affair books.
Cover Reveal + Excerpt: The Deep End of the Sea by Heather Lyons. This is an unbelievable, romantic, beautiful urban fantasy book coming this February. Read an excerpt and check out the stunning cover!
Movie News: Insurgent movie news! Date set for next release!
Movie News: Did you see the newly released poster for The Fault In Our Stars by John Green?! The poster gave me chills! I can’t wait. I absolutely loved the book. Read my review.
Article: A great piece from Kristen Ashley on saying goodbye to her characters.
Video: Did you guys see this video talking about the much-anticipated, highly emotional Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover?! LOVE. LOVE. LOVE.
Book Announcement: Jessica Sorensen just announced her new, standalone dark thriller coming February 27th, The Forgotten Girl! Looks so good! Add to GR.

Giveaways

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