Who says a vanilla and BDSM can’t be combined? A vanilla cupcake with real vanilla beans in the cake and frosting is perfect with a little Fifty Shades of Grey.
Author: lizellyn
Cinnamon Honey Cake
This is a very simple recipe, but tastes amazing. This cake never lasts more than a few hours in my house. It’s perfect with a cup of coffee any time of the day. While I can’t eat it because I’m gluten free, its aroma is heavenly.
Chocolate Coconut Haystacks
What to do with leftover melted chocolate? Add some coconut. Voilà! Chocolate Coconut Haystack.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
It’s not a traditional dessert for Thanksgiving, but it is easy to pick-up, fits the color scheme, and is delicious. Thus, perfect for a party!
Sylvia Day – “Captivated by You”
Eva finds Gideon’s most fabulous attributes to include his beauty, stamina, size, and prowess, which can make for an entertaining relationship. More importantly, those traits make for a captivating book! In “Captivated by You” I found Gideon’s character to be even more compelling than in the previous novels, which were undeniably amazing. In this book, more of Gideon’s weaknesses are revealed and he becomes a more interesting character, in which the reader cannot help become invested. My interest in Gideon solidified in Chapter 11, when Sylvia Day writes:
“Gideon…” The way she said my name was a plea, as if I wouldn’t get down on my knees and beg for the privilege of having her.
Gideon and Eva’s story continues in “One With You”
to Sylvia Day!
Christina Lauren – “Dirty Rowdy Thing”
“Dirty Rowdy Thing” #2 in the Wild Seasons Series
Christina and Lauren did again – they made me put my life on hold so that I could finish reading one of their books. What else did they do? They made me ruin my copy of the book. I dog-eared so many pages where I absolutely loved the lines that now my copy is an absolute mess. Unfortunately, I’m not going into detail about some of the non-PG rated quotes – you have to read the book.
Just as Harlow says “I think I have you locked down pretty tight” Christina and Lauren have a lock on what love is about. Harlow thinks to herself, “I realize while I’m watching him struggle with this that I sincerely just want Finn to be happy.”
I most adore the characters’ sarcastic use of nicknames and references to pop culture media.
All in all, a fun, hot, must-read book!
to Christina Lauren!
Blueberry Crumb Bar
Where did I find inspiration for a blueberry dessert in November? First, I couldn’t get the word BLUE out of my mind today. Second, I know it seems to be a little out of season for blueberries, but I know someone whose favorite pie at Thanksgiving is blueberry pie. Thus, I went with a recipe that is jam-packed with tons of blueberries.
Adele Allaire – One Night Three Hearts
Jason is either completely nuts or the the most selfless husband ever. He’s willing to give his wife what she’s wanted for years – a baby and his best friend. What’s the consideration and who will pay the highest price of admission for their one night of ecstasy? Notwithstanding, Jason, Matt, and Rose’s fulfillment is undoubtably and enthusiastically conveyed in what amounts to a fun quick bedtime read.
Looking forward to answers in “One Week Three Hearts” (Three Hearts Trilogy, #2).
to Adele Allaire!
Vote for Goodreads Best Romance of 2014 – Final Round Nominees
I’m so excited that three books that I’ve read and enjoyed this year are still in the running for the Goodreads Choice Awards for Best Romance Book of 2014. Go VOTE!
Congratulations to Jamie McGuire, J.R. Ward, and Sylvain Reynard for making it to the final round!
Indulge in Life's Guilty Pleasures 