Book Blitz: Quicksand Series by Delaney Diamond

 

Quicksand Series Boxset
by Delaney Diamond
Publication date: Jun 16th 2023
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis:

Quicksand is a series of stand alone stories based on love, sex, and romance. You can’t fight your way out of quicksand, and you can’t fight your way out of love. Books four, five, and six are available in this box set!

NIGHT AND DAY
Are they just two people on the rebound seeking comfort in each other’s arms?

When Tamika Jones arrives at the apartment on Hargrove Street, she expects to find her boyfriend, the money he stole, and the woman he cheated on her with. Instead, she finds Anton Bevins, a young attorney, who’s good-looking, bewildered by her appearance, and also a victim. The two end up in a sexy, fun-loving relationship that takes them both by surprise, but is it really love?

WHAT SHE DESERVES
Fiery passion wages a war between two destined hearts.

Layla Fleming may miss the toe-curling nights between the sheets with Rashad Greene, but it took a long time for her heart to heal. So when she sees the cocky playboy years later, she ignores his advances and moves on. With the first glimpse, Rashad knows he must have Layla back in his bed, but he still holds a dark secret and worries the chemistry between them will fizzle if she knows the truth.

THE FRIEND ZONE
Their friendship is strong. Their attraction is stronger.

For years, English professor Dana Lindstrom has been crushing on her friend, ex-NFL football player Omar Bradford. When another man sparks her interest, she embarks on a new relationship to help her get over those feelings. When Dana’s new love interest stirs intense jealousy, Omar will risk their friendship to show her once and for all he’s the only man she’ll ever need.

GIVEAWAY

Blitz-wide giveaway (INT)

• $15 Amazon gift card + reader's choice signed novel from author. Ends Jul 6th:

Link: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/d04251235471/

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/157464115-quicksand-series-box-set

Purchase:

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PsHfpq

Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/quicksand-series-box-set-delaney-diamond/1143507710?ean=2940160778266

Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/quicksand-series-box-set

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Delaney_Diamond_Quicksand_series_box_set?id=DoG_EAAAQBAJ&PAffiliateID=1011lwN2

AUTHOR BIO:

Delaney Diamond is the USA Today Bestselling Author of black romance and interracial romance in the contemporary romance and romantic suspense genres. She reads romance novels, mysteries, thrillers, and a fair amount of nonfiction. When she’s not busy reading or writing, she’s in the kitchen trying out new recipes, dining at one of her favorite restaurants, or traveling to an interesting locale. To get sneak peeks, notices of sale prices, and find out about new releases, visit her website and join her mailing list. Enjoy free stories on her website at www.delaneydiamond.com.

Author links:

-Website: https://delaneydiamond.com/

-Mailing list: http://bit.ly/DelDiam
-Readers group: https://bit.ly/3sRgyh5
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-Podcast: http://podcast.delaneydiamond.com

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delaneydiamondbooks/

-Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004HU9G3G

Blog tour: No cooldown for Love by aliyah Burke

 

No Cooldown for Love
by Aliyah Burke
Published by: Entangled: Amara
Publication date: June 26th 2023
Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis:

From USA Today bestselling author Aliyah Burke comes a playfully sexy romantic-comedy about one room, one bed, and a man who knows how to play…

When ex-pro basketball player Mitchell Anderson sees an overturned car on the edge of a cliff during a nasty snowstorm, he knows he has only minutes to rescue the woman trapped inside. What he’s not expecting is their instant attraction, or that she can deliver one hell of a pick-up line even under the most terrifying of circumstances.

Hope Roman’s entire life is on the edge. She’s already overwhelmed with grief and upset, and nearly dying is pretty much the icing on a terrible, soggy cake. So it’s just her luck that she’s suddenly snowbound at a charming little inn with the hottest, yet down right grumpiest, man she’s ever met. And naturally, there’s only one room left.

Now the pillow barrier between them keeps disappearing. And the walls are coming down. But Hope knows she doesn’t belong in Mitchell’s world any more than he belongs in hers. The question is whether either of them can trust the other long enough to play for keeps…

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/152195148-no-cooldown-for-love

Purchase:

Amazon: https://amzn.to/42SnElr

Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/no-cooldown-for-love-aliyah-burke/1143484502?ean=9781649375971

iBooks: https://books.apple.com/us/book/no-cooldown-for-love/id6449191918

Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/no-cooldown-for-love

GIVEAWAY

Blitz-wide giveaway (INT)

• $15 Amazon gift card

http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/d04251235470/

  ends Jun 29th:

AUTHOR BIO:

Aliyah Burke is an avid reader and is never far from pen and paper (or the computer). She loves to hear from her readers and can be reached at http://aliyah-burke.com/blog/contact/ 

She is married to a career military man, they have three Borzoi. Her days are spent sharing her time between work, writing, and dog training/showing.

Author links:

http://www.aliyah-burke.com/

https://www.facebook.com/AliyahBurkeAuthor/

https://twitter.com/AliyahBurke96

http://www.aliyah-burke.com/newsletter.htm

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/263660.Aliyah_Burke

Blog Tour: The Miseducation

 Title:  the Miseducation of Obi Ifeanyi 

Author: Chindeu Achebe

Publication Date:October 17, 2017

Rating : 💥💥💥💥

About the Book: 

Obi Ifeanyi's life is moving at a fast pace. He is now a husband and father. So while President Obama is contending with a tough reelection campaign, Obi Ifeanyi is dealing with the day to day pressures of married life and raising a son. When his former love interest, Sade Olufemi, comes back into his life and decides to run her political campaign with the help of his wife, Nkechi, Obi's problems are compounded because Sade is a secret Nkechi is better not knowing about. While he struggles with the torment of Sade's return, the upcoming wedding of his best friend from law school, will lead to the unveiling of a secret that will change the dynamics of the Ifeanyi family forever.

My Review 

Set in between President Obama's re election year, This story had me florred and shocked as I was reading.  Many times I wanted to strangle or at least knock some sense into Obi.  There was drama and secrets that had me surprised and shooketh.  It is also steeped with old school Nigerian traditions and teachings, so some of the conversations that take place may upset some readers.  Strong on family and relationship bonds, this story will take you on an interesting and slightly evolving ride.  You will probably find yourself sarong your head at some of what happens.  This was such an interesting and fascinating read

About the Author

Blog tour Burning Season by Kiki Swinson

Title:  Burning season

Author: Kiki Swinson

Genre:  Suspence

Publication Date:  April 25, 2023

Rating: 💥💥💥💥

About the Book 

National bestselling author Kiki Swinson's novels set it off with killer plot twists, merciless characters—and an unsparing portrayal of Southern struggling, lying, betraying . . . and dying. Now everything is on the line as a female firefighter desperate for money gets caught up in a man-made disaster . . .

Set your schemes . . .
A volunteer Virginia Beach firefighter, Alayna Curry faces death every day—and is proud to carry on her retired father's legacy. But with cash always tight and her long-time boyfriend Levi pressuring her to give up what she loves to make more money, she knows she needs more cash flow to stay afloat. . .
 
Set your traps . . .
All Alayna has to do is keep quiet about a scheme to burn down buildings for insurance-hungry “clients.” And for a while she’s on fire from the rush, making insane cash—and finding new passion in all the wrong places. But when the money suddenly stops rolling in—and one “client” after another pushes back against the deal—Alayna and the rest of the crew stop watching out for each other and start fighting for their lives . . .

Set your life on fire . . .
Now with the cops turning up the heat and every firefighter for themselves, Alayna must walk an impossible line to get out from under. But between betrayal, secrets, and broken duty, will what loyalty she has left be the one thing that burns her life to the ground for good?

My Review

How far would you go to protect your sibling. For Alyana, it's put to the test when her brother, Alonzo is arrested and accused of murder. Alyana is determined to do whatever she can to beat the charges.

Although this book is a little different from the authors norm, it's still packed with all the mess and drama she's known for. The story line had me on an emotional Rollercoaster ride from beginning to end. And of course she brought all the mess. It did end abruptly, but I'm assuming it's going to be resolved in another book.  

About the Author 

Born and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia, Kiki Swinson discovered her flair for writing twelve years ago after completing her first novel entitled "Mad Shambles," while serving a five year sentence at a federal prison for "being the wifey" of a known drug dealer. This charge is known as "knowing of and/or about a criminal-enterprise."

After being released in December 1996, she did a little research and learned about the success of authors such as Bebe Moore Campbell, Terry McMillan and Sheneska Jackson. She said, "Dang… these women got it going on. And if they did it, so can I!"

Ms. Swinson, later went on to self-publish "Mad Shambles." Her passion for writing didn't stop there. Writing feverishly into the wee hours of the night, she completed her second novel, Wifey, which was picked up and published by Melodrama Publishing. After the success of Wifey, there was an overwhelming demand for her to write a sequel. Her fans wanted more so Ms. Swinson decided to answer all unanswered questions. The result is a creative, gritty work of fiction entitled, "I'm Still Wifey."

Blog Tour: I am Ayah by Donna Hill

Title: I am Ayah

Author: Donna Hill

Genre: Dual Timeline contemporary Historical

Publication Date:  May 23, 2023

Rating : 💥💥💥💥💥

About the Book

Set amid Sag Harbor’s vibrant African American history, bestselling author Donna Hill weaves a stunningly rich story about finding the way home…no matter how long the journey takes.

Alessandra Fleming has spent most of her life running from her past. Her budding photography career, her life in Manhattan, all serve to distract from the secrets and guilt she’s never been able to face. Then the call. Her estranged father is in the hospital…and Alessandra must return home to Sag Harbor, crumbling the first wall between her past and her present.

For some, coming home is a relief. For Alessandra, it’s a reminder of the family she’s lost, of the time she’ll never regain. But the answers—the secrets—of her family are hidden in the house, waiting for her. And the only one who may be able to help her uncover them is her father’s neighbor, Zach, who brings with him an attraction that’s intense and instantaneous, yet oddly familiar.

Now Alessandra is being pulled back not only into her own complex family history, but into the richly documented lives of four extraordinary women. Generations touched by tragedy and triumph, despair and hope. And it’s in these aching echoes of the past that Alessandra’s own story—her mistakes and her capacity to love—will take shape, guiding her to the life she’s meant to live…and the extraordinary person she will become.

My review 

The word home usually means one of two things. It's either a place of happiness or sadness/tragedy. For Alessandra Fleming, it happens to be the latter. She left at 18 and has been living her life in New York until she is forced to return to her roots At Sag Harbor after her father suffers a life changing event. While there, She comes across some information that will change her life and she will eventually end up on a path of lessons, secrets and self discovery.

Told in two time periods, I am Ayah will take you on a journey that will make you look at your life in a different way and possibly your own self discovery and healing and how events in life eventually come to full circle. It will pull on your heart strings with unforgettable characters that you will want to hold on to forever. This is an amazing story that I will not soon forget. It makes me even that more ready to look into my family's history This is one of those books that need to be read by everyone.

About the Author

My official writing career began in 1987 when my first short story was published. My first novel, Rooms of the Heart was published in 1990. Since then there have been a slew of books and short stories that I've had published, from romance to women's fiction, chic-lit, erotica and mysteries. I enjoy them all. Three of my novels were adapted for television so that was exciting. I've had the honor of conceptualizing and editing several collections: After the Vows, Midnight Clear, Where There's a Will, Indecent Exposure, and The Hot Spot. I currently teach at Medgar Evers College and live in Brooklyn, NY with my family.

Blog Tour: The Young and Luxurious by Lula White

 Title:  The Young and Luxurious, Love and Fire

Author: Lula White

Genre: Women's Fiction with romantic elements

Publication Date:  April 16, 2023

Rating:  💣💣💣💣💣

About the Book:

Korienne
LA lawyer. Leader. Power player.

After Prosecutor Korienne Haughton has spent years sacrificing marriage and a family, to be the epitome of black excellence, at last, she’s leaving the Los Angeles D.A.'s office.

And sweet, unhindered love with Easton Worthen awaits her. As well as her real dreams of starting a lifestyle brand empire.

But the last day Kori is set to head for bliss, the murder of an LAPD police officer brings rage and a firestorm from the courtroom into hers and Easton’s bed.

Now for the final time, Kori faces her toughest trial yet—what’s more important to her?

Excellence, or Easton?


Easton
Handsome, accomplished, and born into a wealthy family, Easton Worthen seems to have it all: Money, a thriving law practice, and at long last, the woman of his dreams.

Until scandal rocks the Worthen family, and East’s love for Kori is thrown into the middle.

He’s been delaying an inevitable showdown with his father for years. Now, with the city revolting against them, their family’s vast empire is on the line. Easton must finally face the most consequential choice of his life.

In the City of Angels, is Kori and Easton’s bond strong enough to ride through trial and tribulation on angels’ wings?

My Review:

When I first read the title, It immediately gave me a soap opera vibes from back in the day.  And once I cracked it open and started reading it, it didn't disappoint.  Boy, the drama was no joke in this book, and I am so here for all of it.  As tired as I was, I refused to go to sleep until i had completely finished this captivating read.  And the secrets that ended up being revealed, baby, there was nothing like it.  And I at one point agreed with Easton, but I totally understood why Korienne did what she did.  At some point, I will have to go back to the author's back list and check out her other books.  Wow, I'm still a bit lost for words.

About the Author:

Lula White was born and raised in the American South and now lives in Southern California. She loves foreign countries, cabins in the woods, sunsets on lakes, and dinners overlooking water. Writing has been her life since childhood, paying her way through college and sustaining her career as a lawyer. Now her narratives dissect the nuanced lives of Black professionals and the Black elite. With complexity and an open mind, Lula weaves ambition, money and prominence with the rigors of Black love and community.

Blog Tour: The Secret Summer Promise by Keah Brown

 

Title: The Secret Summer Promise

Author: Keah Brown

Genre: YA

Publisher: Levine Querido

Release Date:  June 6, 2023

Rating: 💣💣💣💣

About the Book:

THE BSE (Best Summer Ever) LIST!

1. Blueberries

2. Art show in ShoeHorn

3. Lizzo concert

4. Thrift shop pop-up

5. Skinny Dipping at the lake house

6. Amusement Park Day!

7. Drew Barrymarathon

8. Paintball day

Oh, and ….

9. Fall out of love with Hailee

Andrea Williams has got this. The Best Summer Ever. Last summer, she spent all her time in bed, recovering from the latest surgery for her cerebral palsy. She’s waited too long for adventure and thrills to enter her life. Together with her crew of ride-or-die friends, and the best parents anyone could ask for (just don’t tell them that), she’s going to live it up.

There’s just one thing that could ruin it: Her best friend, Hailee, finding out Andrea’s true feelings. So Andrea WILL fall out of love with Hailee–even if it means dating the cute boy George who keeps showing up everywhere with a smile.

Do we want Andrea to succeed? No! Does she? We’re not telling!

My Review:

17 year old Andrea is determined to live it up this summer, since this time last year, she wad to have surgery due to her disability.  She decides to make a list of that is most important to her (as a list girlie, I'm the same way).  The only issue with her list is that she has recently come out bisexual, and has more than just a friend feelings toward her best friend, Haillee.  As teenagers do, there is a lot of feelings and miscommunication, and the friendship circle gets tested and decisions have to be made.

They are teenagers, so they're going to act their age and not adults, which is one thing I really liked about the book.  I had to keep it in the front of my mind of their age, and that we all acted that silly at that age.  I also enjoyed how her disability was presented in a positive light in the story   And one of the best parts was when the ah ha moment came.  That lessons  is one that adults can learn from as well.  This was a cute summer read, and I enjoyed it very much.  

About the Author:

Keah Brown is a journalist, author, and screenwriter. She is the creator of #DisabledAndCute, and her work has appeared in Teen Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire UK, and The New York Times, among other publications. Her debut essay collection The Pretty One (Atria Books) published in 2019, and her writing has appeared in the anthologies Disability Visibility edited by Alice Wong and You Are Your Best Thing, edited by Tarana Burke and Brené Brown.

Sharee Miller is the author-illustrator of Princess Hair, Don't Touch My Hair!, and Michelle's Garden (Little Brown for Young Readers). She is also the illustrator of The Shai and Emmie series, written by Quvenzhané Wallis and Nancy Ohlin (Simon and Schuster). Her colorful, happy characters are created using watercolor, colored pencil and pen.  --This text refers to the hardcover edition.