*****OH, HOW THE MIGHTY ARE BALLIN’*****
Cargo
pants, polo shirts, cleats, a stop watch and a whistle make up the usual outfit worn by Bella-Sophia “Blitz” Forrester.
After all, that’s what all college football coaches wear. Blitz is a woman who holds her own in the man’s world
of sports with several degrees and a lot of experience under her belt. However, no amount of clothing can hide the siren’s
body Blitz has and no make-up is necessary to cover her already flawless face. Blitz breaks the mold, no matter how you look
at it.
Wulf Altenoder has a body that would tempt a saint and lips that would cause fantasies about what those
lips can do. He’s also a soccer guru who has just been hired to coach soccer at Emory University. Meeting and working
alongside coach Forrester was something Wulf had been anticipating. He was thrown for quite a loop when he realized that Coach
Forrester was a woman.
When Wulf and Blitz meet, it’s like a cross between the 4th of July and WWF Smackdown.
Wulf thought Blitz was gorgeous and on the waiting list to becoming his, while Blitz thought Wulf was an ass trying to play
games with her.
The dynamic duo, Johnson and Leigh, strike again! You can tell by their names alone, Blitz and
Wulf, these characters will take you on a wild ride in Oh,
How The Mighty Are Ballin’. Blitz tries her best to ignore the fact that she wants Wulf, no matter how
cocky he is. Her insulting his style of dress, native land, and his belief that brunch was a real meal only made Wulf want
Blitz more. He fell in love with her quick temper because he knew her passion was just as quickly ignited. Wulf also knew
that Blitz was his only, even if she didn’t realize it yet. Their union classifies as a 10 on the Richter scale, and
I cannot wait for the aftershocks. If you adore a love story with a comic twist and blazing sex, then reading this story is
your destiny. –Amethyst Nymph Rating: 5 Nymphs http://literarynymphsreviewsonly.blogspot.com/2008/08/oh-how-mighty-are-ballin.html
*****A LITTLE BIT OF DIS*****
Dr Karlo J. Adams is a phenomenal woman who is brash,
brilliant and beautiful. Her marketing skills are top notch and she has the awards and the pay check to prove it. That’s
one reason Karlo’s boss sent her to help out at his godson’s company. The other reason she was chosen is because
of her ability to dismiss an individual without breaking a sweat.
Dario Aurelius Vittirio is the
kind of playboy that has women flocking to his good looks and money like flies on a trash can. Unfortunately the one woman
he desires gets her jollies by laughing at him on a daily basis at work. The only way Dario can capture Karlo’s attention
is by pissing her off, so that is what he does. Their arguments make every employee in the building duck for cover. Sooner
or later Dario felt his tactics would wear her down and Karlo would submit to him. And that would be the day after hell froze
over, considering the fact that Karlo decided to resign. All the rules go out the window when Dario decides to try something
more persuasive.
A Little Bit of Dis is the first fantastic story in the When Wishes
Come True series. The sexual tension between Dario and Karlo is so electric; one love scene from them could power the
entire state of California in a blackout! I love a fighting couple who converse like oil and water but love like butter and
bread and Dario and Karlo are that couple. Dario needed to be brought down a notch and reminded that the sun did not rise
when he woke up daily. Johnson and Leigh created the perfect yang to his ying with junk talking Karlo. Seeing Dario put the
moves on Karlo and then getting the tables turned on him was so hot and heavy, I know readers will be panting for more because
I certainly am. The ending will go down as one of the most memorable wrap ups for me. 5 out of 5 –Violet Vixen
http://reviewsbyjessewave.blogspot.com/2008/05/little-bit-of-dis.html
***** VEILED PASSIONS*****
Dr.
Isoke Morehouse is an environmental engineer who knows her stuff. If not for her boss, Isoke would have quit long ago. She
deserves a medal for working with the team of engineers that she is currently stuck with, because they are just trifling.
So trifling in fact, that one engineer got drunk, lost his mind, and decided to slap Isoke. Just as she was erupting like
a volcano and about to give him a lesson in “act right,” her boss came to her rescue and did some erupting of
his own.
Dr Njaroar “Roar” Valdason not only lusted after Isoke but he really
liked her as a person. Not many people receive such a high compliment from him but Isoke is different; she is the full package
and he recognizes that. Roar is usually a silent man who enjoys his solitude, but he will gladly give it up to have Isoke
in his life as his woman. Unfortunately she only sees him as some guy who is her boss, and not the man who would do anything
for her. Seeing a man approach his woman in such a disrespectful manner ignited a rage in Roar that would cause most men to
quake in their boots.
Veiled Passions is the first book in the Engineered IV Love series,
but certainly not the first Johnson and Leigh story that I have fallen in love with. Roar is exactly what women love in a
man; fine and fatal. And I am a sucker for the strong silent type. He is a man of honor who feels deeply, even though he is
very undercover about it. When he jumped in the brawl that broke out at the conference I almost melted. I welcome a strong
woman who can fight her own battles, literally, but I appreciate it when she doesn’t have to. No matter how strong a
woman is, I need the man to be stronger so I thank both authors for always delivering such a man. Don’t misunderstand
me, because Isoke brought Roar to his knees, and he was extremely happy to be in such a position. They are the poster couple
of love and Johnson and Leigh are gracious to let us all into their world. 5 out of 5 -Violet Vixen
http://reviewsbyjessewave.blogspot.com/2008/05/veiled-passions.html
*****
Veiled Passions is the first story in the Engineered IV Love series. Isoke is a vibrant extravert with the power
to command attention just by entering a room. Roar is the classic introvert but don’t let that fool you. When he’s
in the bedroom, he takes no prisoners and wields a big stick. I found myself chanting “Roar, Roar” when he stepped
up to show Isoke what type of man he really was. I think he should have come with a caution label, but Isoke seemed to handle
herself well even if she did step into a kiddy pool thinking she found a guppy but was introduced to a shark. Ms. Johnson
and Ms. Leigh have written a wonderful entrance to this series. Between the fascinating characters, hilarious scenes, and
love making hot enough to make you wish for fireproof paper, Veiled Passions
is a bona-fide page turner that will leave you anxiously awaiting the next installment of the series.
–reviewed
by Scandalous Minx, rating: 5 Nymphs
http://literarynymphsreviewsonly.blogspot.com/2008/07/veiled-passions.html
*
* * * *VOLATILE: The Empress and the Executioner* * * * *
Lord
Serefeim de Vires is the ruler of the Vampire Nation, but the day will soon come that he must leave the throne to another.
After raising three powerful vampire sisters known as the Trifecta; Astarla, Destiny, and Jaylee, Lord de Vires has to put
the next plan into action. Separating the girls to find their own place in their immortal lives.
Astarla
is left in the charge of Lukas, a very powerful Locke Brother. The attraction and heat is undeniable between Star and Lukas
but after the last time they indulged in their fantasies it nearly killed Lukas. Star is now a Scout for The Society, tracking
down and killing rogue vampires, now she will not have to track the rogues because they are coming for her; under the command
of Lukas' ex-betrothed Calais.
Secrets
of Astarla's life that have been withheld are being made apparent; she is destined for great things. Also the past/family
that she has been denied for so long is uncovered, and she finds out that there is a place for Lukas in her heart.
Calais
will do everything in her power and beyond to keep Lukas and Star apart, but there is a greater power that will overcome.
Someone brought back from the dead succeeds in impaling Lukas with the only known weapon that can kill him, but it will be
his vision of his Star be his last?
Jeanie
Johnson's, Volatile: The Empress and the Executioner is an erotic vampire story filled with action, sex, love and betrayal.
I enjoyed reading Ms. Johnson's style of writing and her take on vampires. A sizzling hot read for all you vamp lovers
out there! I hope this is a series because something was said between sisters that either makes me feel that I've missed
something or there are more events left to unravel in book II. 4.5 Hearts -Crystal, Book Reviews by Crystal
http://bookreviewsbycrystal.blogspot.com/search?q=volatile+the+empress+and+the+executioner
*****
Astarla “Star” Hart is
being separated from her sisters to continue her training and she is not happy about it. Lord de Vires, her father and ruler
of the vampire nation, has arranged for his personal security leader to escort Star to the training compound. She has no idea
that she is destined for greater things or about the mystery that surrounds her past, her parents, or her future. What she
does know is that the hide and seek games she plays with Lukas only reinforces her desire for him.
Lukas Montague
is commander of the Locke Brotherhood, the group that serves as the physical executers of punishment for the vampire nation.
Though he is promised to another mate, Lukas would give his life to protect Star. She is the first female to train as a scout
and the only female who has him turned inside out. Her presence caused much chaos and many questions in Lukas’s world
and made it impossible for Lukas to stay away from Star, and not claim her as his.
Lukas’ brother, his ex,
and Star’s issues all made for some fantastic fights and hair-straightening sex scenes. Star’s parents not only
shed light on the mystery surrounding Star’s skills, they also gave readers a glimpse of the beginning of their relationship.
It was so emotional and I am praying for more down the road. I am counting the seconds until the linked stories drop about
Star’s two sisters, because I know they will be hell on wheels.
Jeanie Johnson has cornered the market with
her signature sex and scraping style in Volatile-The Empress and The Executioner. She creates a perfect balance and wraps
it up with humor as the gift bag. I feel possessed by the book because each character was projected in my mind as if I were
watching a movie and not reading a book, especially the ones that I loved to hate. Scenes merged perfectly and answers are
revealed like daylight at sunrise. I am dying to see what surprises are coming next. A brilliant story and the perfect foundation
for the series! 5 Nymphs -Amethyst Nymph
http://literarynymphsreviewsonly.blogspot.com/2008/05/volatile-empress-and-executioner.html
* * * *
*V8: The Healer and the Alpha* * * * *
Destiny
Smith is no Whitney Houston and her singing voice can make every animal within ten miles seek shelter and earplugs. What she
lacks in vocal talents she more than makes up with her abilities as a healer and mechanic. Not to mention Destiny is just
crazy with a capital “c”. She finally meets the one man who can turn her sexy butt inside out, but unfortunately
for Destiny, Jack is too alpha to back down.
Jack Mann is the Alpha of the Black Ridge Pack and the Supreme Alpha
of all werewolf packs of the Northern Hemisphere. He is intelligent and takes his role as leader seriously. His calm manner
and fairness have earned Jack the respect of those in his command.
Jack saw Destiny and every part of his body
including his wolf came up with the same word -- Mine! Fireworks turn into a nuclear explosion and the Alpha is ready to make
the Healer his mate.
Ms. Jeanie Johnson’s V8 -- The Healer and the Alpha had me hooked from the
first page. Destiny is that crazy cousin you don’t admit you have until the stuff hits the fan. She isn’t scared
to speak her mind, and will defend those she loves with her spirit. Jack is laidback, but when it comes to Destiny all bets
are off. If you touch his woman you may as well forget about seeing the next sunrise. Destiny truly made Jack work hard to
capture her. However, the Supreme Alpha was up to the challenge. Ms. Johnson writes in a style all her own. V8 -- The
Healer and the Alpha has a great deal of humor, but it also has suspense, drama, action and romance laced throughout
the story. If you are a fan you won’t be disappointed, and if you are a new comer you are in for a treat.
-Reviewed by: NeNe, Rating: 4 Angels
http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/2008/July/NeNe-V8_TheHealerAndTheAlpha.htm
* * * * * HOT LIKE FIRE: The Taming and Liberation of Mariana * * * * *
Hot
Like Fire: The Taming and Liberation of Mariana is a whirlwind romance that all others should aspire to be when they grow
up. The mere thought of Samson and all that he represents is so potent that he will be permanently etched in my mind. If I
were Catholic, I’d be in confession right now from the sinful sensations I got when viewing the brazen love scenes.
Each character merits their own story and I am praying they each have one in the works. Junk talking Carolina is way too feisty
to not resurface in a sequel or two. The man that can harness her has me on stand by. I just want to give Carl a hug for being
so annoyed because women of color do not see him as serious boyfriend material. He deserves a love interest and the readers
would be privileged to find out how things work out for him. Johnson and Leigh are the best tag team erotica duo around and
I thank them for tapping into my feminine fantasies and giving me the special items that were not listed on the menu. They
have kicked off an epoch of the ultimate Alphas and I can’t wait for what comes next. Rating: 5 Nymphs -Amethyst
Nymph, reviewer for Literary Nymphs A LITERARY NYMPHS GOLDEN BLUSH RECOMMENDED
READ!!!
http://literarynymphsreviewsonly.blogspot.com/2007/12/hot-like-fire-taming-and-liberation-of.html
*****
Hot does not even begin to describe the
level of passion between Samson and Mariana. Samson is so intense he is almost scary with his depth of love and utter devotion
to Mariana. She is rightfully overwhelmed at times, but she also knows that Samson is the most amazing man she has ever met.
They come together in an explosion of passion that threatens to obliterate the world around them. We should all be so lucky
to have a man willing to slay our dragons and carry us off into the sunset. These ladies have a vivid imagination and sure
know how to make a man that will melt your.... off! Rating: 4 Cups -Lototy--Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance
http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/Hotlikefirethetamingandliberationofmariana.html
*****
Jeanie Johnson and Jayha Leigh are forces
not to be reckoned with. Put these two master-minds together and you get a fantastic erotic novella that will melt the paint
off the walls it is so HOT! The cover art alone is enough to make anyone's heart thump, but what is written inside these
pages will scorch the panties right off of you. These two lovely ladies are extraordinary writers and hopefully they will
continue to put their brains together and rock out more sinfully sweet erotic novels for the world to read. Rating: 5 Hearts
Crystal--Book Reviews by Crystal
http://bookreviewsbycrystal.blogspot.com/2007/10/hot-like-fire-taming-and-liberation-of.html
*****
Hot Like Fire is a mix of tradition and innovation. Tradition cause it's
the story of our everyday woman, strong and interesting, but not overwhelming beautiful, who finds the perfect man who will
love her forever and will treat her like a goddess. Innovation cause it's pretty hot and erotic and sex is very good
but it's also almost hard-core.
Samson and Mariana meets in a dream resort, and from the first time he sees
her, Samson knows to have found the woman of his life. He only has to convince Mariana of the same thing, and overcome the
fear she has of not being enough "woman" to satisfy her man.
Samson, our hero, maybe is not a man you
can find in real life, cause he is too perfect. He is rich and hansome, 6 feet and 9 inches tall, long black hair, father
from Portugal and Native American mother, he can see past the phisycal appearance of a woman to her soul. And he is also so
sure of himself, that he doesn't fear to display his alpha behaviour.
Mariana is a woman who needs to be loved
and needs reassureance on her feminine side. She is a tought woman, but she needs an even tougher man to her side. Mariana
is like a lot of modern woman, who wants to be independent, but who also likes to have a Man, with M capital letter, who is
not afraid to stay with a woman like her.
Sex is very hot. I'd like to think possible to ever find a such intimacy,
but if maybe it's difficult to find in real life, it's good to be able to read it in a book. I have no problem to
say that Hot Like Fire has touched so many soft spots in me, cause it talks truth to many women like me. -Elisa Rolle,
Elisa Rolle Live Journal
http://elisa-rolle.livejournal.com/tag/erotica
*****
NB: the following reviewer was disappointed
with our book -- as is her right -- however after reading her review please see our subsequent remarks regarding the
review. We're posting this review because we're honest in our writing and we want you to know that we don't
cull out our reviews simply to make our writing appear better than it is. Thanks, Jeanie and Jayha
All the dreams of a happy ever after with a perfect man suddenly came crushing
down on Mariana. She is biracial, curvaceous and stacked from both the front and the back so no hope in hell for her to compete
with the model blonde type woman her boyfriend dumped her for. Mariana goes to her dream resort off of the coast of Tahiti
to console herself, only to find true love in the form of 6.9 feet, 365 pound mammoth offensive lineman, Samson Ahiga Madeira.
Samson is lonely; he is living the American dream, playing football, financial wiz with huge investments still accumulating
money, real estate, and a pick of all the beautiful women in the world. The minute he laid his eyes on Mariana, his world
is finally aligned. His other half in the flesh was beckoning him with sad eyes. He knew that he had found his soul mate and
he would give her the world if she asked it of him.
I was disappointed with Hot Like Fire because
I have read most of the combined authors’ materials and they were hot. The storyline was weak and there was too
much emphasis on the alpha dominant characteristic that felt too aggressive. I could not connect with the story and at the
end it was a story that was loaded with too much alpha and too many sexual escapades. Despite the disappointment, I loved
the way the authors make the characters jump to life I could visualize their physical appearance and their characteristics.
-Nellie, Joyfully Reviewed
http://www.joyfullyreviewed.com/reviews/December07/HotLikeFire.JJJL.html
***Authors
remarks***
Remark
1: We completely disagree with the reviewer's description of Samson and Mariana's lovemaking as 'sexual escapades'...the
definition of escapade is an adventurous undertaking and their sex is not that...it is hot a** lovemaking without boundaries...from
the jump, Samson makes it clear that he doesn't just want to f**k her...he wants a relationship with her...and they discuss
disease etc BEFORE they make love.
Remark 2: the reviewer states that
the storyline is weak...it would have been nice for her to state why she thought it was weak...after all smoking hot azz man
meets beautiful woman...he pursues her, he wins her, he marries her.
Remark
3: Samson is indeed alpha to the mfing core...that is a valid criticism, but we like our men strong...he is dominate yet when
it comes to his woman, he is a lamb.
Remark 4: We mean for our heroes to
be alpha...and yes we glorify that...is that a bad thing?
*****
Still
feeling the hurt and pain from her recent break up, Mariana heads to the beautiful island of Tahiti. It should have been a
dream vacation, only now it's a place were she can hide from well meaning friends and nurse her wounds. That is until
she meets Samson. He's a forthright and beautiful and her instinct tells her that he would never hurt her or treat her
badly.
As soon as Samson sees Mariana in a restaurant, he wants
her, and not just sexually. She brings out his caring side. He wants to drive the sadness away from her, care for her, protect
her, dominate her, and make her forget every idiot that has treated her badly.
This
novel is simply a wonderful heart warming romance. Loved it. Though sexual desire is instant, there is so much more to this
story than hot and sometimes somewhat kinky sex in an exotic locality. It's a tale of two people of mixed race that have
had their fare share of ridicule and rejection, treated badly and ostracized. While one has overcome it by becoming successful,
the other still feels the pain. This is a story of two people that find endearing love that will last a lifetime, the kind
of love that most of us can only hope to achieve. Some beautiful, memorable scenes will have you bringing out the Kleenex.
The loves scenes are erotic, tantalizing, and well written. The dialogue is fast, snappy, and entertaining and the secondary
characters add to the overall enjoyment. Samson made me laugh at his sometimes outrageous alpha behavior, but I loved how
he cared and nurtured Mariana, allowing her to get over the men that had treated her badly and enjoy Samson not only for the
desire she feels but making her feel like a woman. Clearly, Jeannie Johnson and Jayha Leigh are a talented dynamic duo to
watch out for, they have an interesting style that is original and cleverly articulated, entertaining you on many levels.
–Abi, The Romance Studio, overall rating: 4.5 hearts of 5, Sensuality rating: Explicit http://www.theromancestudio.com//reviews/reviews/hotlikefirejohnsonleigh.htm
* * * * *SMOKIN’: Carolina
In The Storming* * * * *
Carolina
Gilchrist-Williams arrives like a bat out of hell in Colorado at Mariana and Samson’s home to celebrate her baby girl’s
pregnancy. She had to be there to spoil Mariana herself and cook all her favorite southern dishes, as if eating were going
out of style. Carolina’s joy is put on the back burner when she lays eyes on the honey haired, green eyed giant she
remembered from Mariana’s wedding. That arrogant and educated Alpha was just like a bad massage as far as Carolina was
concerned; he rubbed her the wrong way. Although the white boy was finer than frog’s hair and he did make Carolina fantasize
about things that had to be illegal in at least three states.
Mackenzie Robert’s life was disrupted the day
he spotted a mocha, full figured beauty at his friend’s wedding. She had been issuing him threats with her eyes and
body language the entire time, but that didn’t keep him from checking her out. Mackenzie had spent numerous nights dreaming
of the one woman tornado and now here she was. He was there overseeing construction on Samson’s land, so that gave Mackenzie
plenty of time to spend in Carolina’s face and hopefully, her bed. Being cursed out by Carolina from A to Z daily only
made him more hot and bothered. The Almighty had opened the door to opportunity and Mackenzie would make the sultry sharp
tongued scholar his, whether she liked it or not.
One minute the two are going toe to toe and the next they are
going at it, lips to lips. Mackenzie tries his best to woo Carolina, and she tries her best to resist Mackenzie. Their relationship
transcends to a higher level when an abused child enters their lives. Carolina immediately claims the boy, David, as hers
and is ready to do battle with anyone attempting to take him away. Mackenzie accepts David and helps him overcome the horror
that has been his life up until this point. Carolina’s family arrives in Colorado to offer their support against David’s
negligent father. David’s circumstances bring some surprising twist that will leave you shocked and bring out the mother
in you. Eventually Carolina admits to herself that she wants Mackenzie and she decides exactly how she is going to blow his
mind.
Once again Johnson and Leigh have taken me over the rainbow with another emotional read. Smokin’: Carolina
in the Storming is a mold breaker and Johnson and Leigh have reinvented themselves yet again. Erotica kissed comedy on a bed
made of drama and gave birth to a story that left me weeping unabashedly. As tough as nails as the trash-talking Carolina
is, she is also soft like baby’s skin and I loved her character because of this. I am so glad she got her own story
after being introduced in the first story of the series, Hot Like Fire: The Taming and Liberation of Mariana. She has three
weapons of destruction that can’t be defeated: her mitts, her mouth, and her mind. She was destined to attract the only
man alive who could appreciate her dominance.
Mackenzie is the kind of man who could take me like General Grant
took Richmond on the drop of a dime. I am amazed that Carolina held out as long as she did against his methods of persuasion.
Their scenes in the kitchen and the bathroom should only be read if you don’t have a weak heart, because they are hot
to death! Writing this review was nearly impossible because it only made me go back and start reading this glorious story
again. More spin off stories are brewing, I can feel it. I can hardly wait to see which one of their wacko characters graces
the pages next. No matter who is chosen, the story is bound to be a hit. This story is so much more than a must read. It is
a “don’t- make- me-remind –you-again- that -these –authors- brought- you- to –the- table- once
again -so -you –had-better- act-as -if –you- know” epic tale.
Nymphs Rating: 5 Nymphs, reviewed
by Amethyst Nymph
http://literarynymphsreviewsonly.blogspot.com/search?q=amethyst+nymph
*****
Carolina
Gilchrist-Williams was not a force to be reckoned with. Carolina was a curvaceous black southern woman that could cook the
pants off any master chef, and had a temper that would frighten even the devil himself if the two would ever come face to
face. Leaving her home to care for her pregnant niece better known as her “baby”, she would meet a man that would
ruffle her tail feathers, bring out that southern temper, and make her believe in the possibility of love.
Mackenzie
Roberts was the owner of a very reputable construction company in Colorado, he had been working on the expansion of his friend
Samson’s home. With Samson’s wife’s pregnancy he knew that most of the females in her family would be frequently
visiting so there must be room to accommodate all these southern hot tempered women, and who better than his friend to oversee
the construction of his guest home? Mariana’s aunt Carolina was due to arrive in a very short time, only no one saw
the fire storm that was about to brew when Mackenzie and Carolina came face to face.
From the get go, Carolina
laid out a long string of curses into this tall fine white boy. He seemed to enjoy the verbal thrashing she frequently found
herself throwing at him. So what that he was as tempting as sweet iced tea, she did not see him as the alpha male for her.
But Mackenzie knew she would be his wife one way or another. It would take a whole lot of convincing to get Carolina to realize
true love was right in her face, southern women can be quite stubborn.
A turn of events brings Mackenzie, Carolina
and the rest of Carolina’s family together even more closely than I thought possible. This scraggly thin little boy
is going to be the turning point on Carolina’s fierce heart, they needed one another to realize what love could actually
feel like. Some problems still lay in wait for Carolina and Mackenzie; the boys father. And the fact that this boy harbors
a secret unknown to anyone causes a whole stream of events, but not once did the family love him any less.
Smokin’:
Carolina In The Storming is feisty erotic romance that will sure make you sweat. An interracial novel at its best, filled
with colorful characters and an addictive storyline is well worth reading. I do have to admit there is a very strange twist,
that in no way shape or form did I see coming. I loved the story as a whole but the twist is what made me stop and think about
a few things. In a way this could also be considered fantasy. Jeanie and Jayha are two minds that are well put together, and
are sure to be heard from more in the future. 4 Hearts-Crystal, Book Reviews by Crystal
http://www.bookreviewsbycrystal.blogspot.com/
*****
Carolina
Gilchrist-Williams was much more than just a southern black woman, she had curves in the right places with a temper to match,
a culinary virtuoso and PhD’s under her belt. She was on a mission and that was to care for her pregnant ‘Baby’,
her niece. No one was going to stand in the way of her nurturing instinct, even the fine, brawny specimen of a blond man.
His name was Mackenzie Roberts, a heart breaker she conceded but what set him apart was his ability to challenge her mentally
and physically.
She came into his life blazing a trail all fire, feisty,
vibrant and short-tempered and hence Mackenzie’s introduction to Carolina. Mackenzie was a guest and was doing a job
in extending his best friend’s house. He was doing more than overseeing the construction but also marking Carolina as
his territory and challenging all the males within her vicinity. Their relationship was cemented when Mackenzie brought home
a man-boy who Carolina claimed as her own and they fought against those that sought to hurt him.
Smokin’:
Carolina In The Storming
is an erotic romance that transports you from historical treaties, to spiritual consciousness. I loved the dialogue, which
was more like foreplay, the humor and the simmering passions. When the two main characters succumbed to their passion, I could
hear the choir and orchestra singing and playing ‘Hallelujah, ’ When it couldn’t get any better a
new entity is introduced in the equation when Carolina claims a boy as her own. The twists, acceptance of unconditional love
and some southern big momma drama, it had it all. -Nellie, Joyfully Reviewed
http://www.joyfullyreviewed.com/reviews/May08/carolinainthestorming.ANTHO.html
*****THE WILD, WILD ANYBODY’S GUESS: ALOHA!*****
Aloha
runs full bore and has a wonderful life with great friends who remain her faithful "posse". On a wonderful day,
she gets to meet the man whose voice just about makes her as happy as she can be; the mysterious Ianikut. From
the time Ianikut first saw Aloha he was taken, and the time is right to go get the woman he wants. Ianikut may wonder how
he is going to hold onto such a fiery woman, but he already knows she is his. The fact he is a vampire is not going to get
in his way either. From families and friends, vampires and other supernaturals, the couple is ready to
take on anything to be together. Even going up against Ianikut's father, the Regent of the Vampire Nation.
Aloha
and Ianikut have great chemistry from the first time. The desire is there but I loved how the devotion built and grew. The
characters do not change as much as they and their behavior adapts. The ending is wonderful and I know readers are going to
love it. The sex was extremely well written and fabulously hot with phenomenal buildups. Support characters, especially Steel
from the first book in the series, Atlanta, helped ground the story and make some of Aloha's acceptance of the paranormal
believable. The drama and actions scenes fit in well. While this is a stand alone book, I feel it will be a better read if
you read Atlanta's story first. You do not have to, but it helped make Aloha an absolute keeper for me. And on a totally
superficial note, I just love the cover. -Reviewed by Anya, Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance and for Karen Find Out About
New Books; Rating 5 cups out of 5
http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/Wildwildanybodysguess.html
*****
Aloha Carrington is a strong southern
woman who isn’t afraid to march to the beat of a different drum. She likes her clothing neon, her trampoline and video
game console in her living room, and her crazy friends close by. All she needs to make her life spicier is to meet the man
with the orgasm-inducing voice.
On the first day he met Aloha, Ianikut Maksim Aleksandrovich,
or Imax to the posse, had already decided the name of their future daughter. Being one of the most powerful vampires and next
in line to be king didn’t prevent him from falling head over heels in love. Aloha would be his, even if it meant going
against his father and being exiled by his own people. Anyone foolish enough to try and keep Aloha from Imax obviously had
a death wish and Imax had no problem making their wish a reality.
Bestirring and bananas barely
begin to describe The
Wild, Wild Anybody’s Guess: Aloha!
Aloha gave Imax a run for his money and I nearly dissolved when she let him catch her. Opposites not only attract when a vampire
prince fiends for a Southern sister, they make the perfect couple. Aloha shines bright enough to make the sun seem dim in
comparison, and I don’t mean just her outfits. As powerful as she is, Aloha submits to Imax, while wrapping him around
her little finger. Thank you Jayha Leigh for always keeping your female characters equal to their Alpha, but smart enough
to know when to let the man think he has won. Imax is a true Alpha gentleman to the core and he loves like he fights…
hard. Imax takes Aloha home to meet his parents and all hell breaks loose. This is the most show-stopping scene in the story.
Off the wall weddings are becoming my favorite thing, thanks to Jayha Leigh’s brilliance. The ending is a perfect explosive
beginning for Andrew and Silana’s story and I can’t wait! This second story in the Wild series is a must read
all the way. –Reviewer: Amethyst Nymph, Rating: 5 Nymphs,
http://literarynymphsreviewsonly.blogspot.com/2008/07/wild-wild-anybodys-guess-aloha.html
*****
Aloha Carrington is a woman comfortable in her own skin.
Don’t mess with her friends, T.V. or video games and you might just escape the cussing out of a lifetime. Aloha is a
Southern woman down to her bones, and under the feisty exterior resides the gentleness that only one man can pull to the forefront
– Imax.
Ianikut Maksim Aleksandrovich, affectionately known as Imax by the posse and Max by his brothers,
is one hundred percent man. Under his cool façade is a vampire who will take no prisoners when it comes to those he
loves. Loving to his woman and gentle when she needs him to be, Imax is by no means a pushover. In his world he’s the
man you cross the street to avoid.
Imax and Aloha have been carrying torches for one another for years, and fate
is tired of them monkeying around. The time has come for Imax and Aloha to find out just how deep their love goes.
I have to admit I loved this story from the very beginning. With its down home ribbing to the extended families, I couldn’t
find one thing I didn’t utterly enjoy. The characters were not just fascinating; they were beyond my normal experience
with novels. Their wit and love for one another had me seesawing between bouts of laughter and tears. I felt like I was back
in South Carolina surrounded by family and play cousins. The love between Imax and Aloha is the kind of true giving love affair
that women wish for and real men dole out like it’s penny candy. The man truly worshipped the ground his woman walked
on. Imax saw the woman within and loved every country inch of her. Aloha knew she was in deep lust with Imax. After spending
time with him and witnessing the depth he would go through to keep her happy, safe and loved, there was no way she could turn
her back on the big Russian. Jayha Leigh has delivered a story that will entertain and keep your attention. If you have never
read one of Ms. Leigh’s books you are in for a treat. I’m looking forward to the next installment of this fantastic
series. Wild, Wild Anybody's Guess: Aloha serves up love southern style with a dash of paranormal.
Reviewed by: NeNe
Rating: FAR Recommended Read, 5 Angels
http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/2008/July/NeNe-WildWildAnybodysGuess_Aloha.htm
*****
Since the first time Aloha heard Ianikut's
voice on her friend Atlanta's answering machine, he's featured prominently in her sexual fantasies. When she meets
him for the first time, he's every bit as inspiring in person. The more they see each other, the more he dominates her
fantasies and the more she wants him in reality. Ianikut is a man of control and he needs every bit of
it when he's around Aloha. His desire for her only grows and increases to the point where he's no longer able to hold
back his inner beast nor his outer one for that matter. There is nothing he wouldn't do for her for her.
There
was absolutely nothing I didn't like about this novel. The originality of the title drew me in the first instance. I was
riveted from start to finish and my stomach ached from laughing at the antics and dialogue from the primary and secondary
characters. Ianikut can only be described as way over the top alpha but I loved him. The other male characters in this story
are equally outrageous in their alpha behaviors but were utterly adorable and at times hilarious. Aloha was a fantastic heroine,
I loved her obsessions with tech toys. Kind of reminded me of me. The Posse, comprising of Aloha and her friends are an enormous
source of entertainment, each has their own idiosyncrasies, style, personality and somewhat warped sense of humor. Jayha is
a wonderful gifted author, who has the ability to create vivid characters, their descriptions, mannerisms even their accents
are beautifully portrayed and she doesn't stop with just the hero and heroine, each and every person in this story is
unforgettable. This novel is the 2nd book in series but easily stands alone. But I loved, loved, loved this one so much, I
just had to read the first book too The Wild, Wild Mess: Atlanta also a fantastic book. I'm looking forward to the next
book and hope I don't have to wait too long. –Abi, The Romance Studio, overall rating: 5
hearts, Sensuality rating: Explicit
http://www.theromancestudio.com:80//reviews/reviews/alohaleigh.htm
* * * *
*THE WILD, WILD MESS: ATLANTA* * * * *
"A clash of personalities as well as bodies starts this book off with
a bang. I love the disparity of personalities, Atlanta with her street savvy sass and do not mess with me attitude and Steele
with his elegant European gentleman flavor. This is an unexpected delight with an ensemble cast of friends and family of both."
-Reviewed
by Lainey at Coffee Time Romance
http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/Thewildwildmessatlanta.html
*****
The Wild, Wild Mess: Atlanta is a crazy story showcasing what
some would consider an example of a true “sister”. Jayha Leigh creates a heroine with a take no prisoner’s
attitude who is the epitome of a strong black woman. Her mate and color challenged lover Steele is strong in mind and berth
and able to take all that she brings. Showcasing compassion and sensitivity that never takes away from his virility I wondered
at times if Steele really knew what he is asking for. I found myself spitting on my screen at some of the riotous verbal sparring
of Atlanta and Steele and melting in my seat at the ferocious passion these two shared. Ms. Leigh, a new comer to the world
of multicultural romance, has a style of writing that mirrors her feisty heroine in that she is answering to no one and willing
to be true to herself and the strong intelligent women she creates. -Rachelle at Fallen Angel Reviews
http://www.fallenangelreviews.com:80/2007/April/Rachelle-TheWildWildMess_Atlanta.htm
*****
The
Wild, Wild Mess: Atlanta
reminded me of why I’ve been left wanting after reading other stories. In this book, there’s an actual beginning,
middle and end. Atlanta and Steele did not jump into bed after the first night; I saw the evolution of immediate attraction,
growing friendship, and eventually, undying love. Ms. Leigh did a great job of showing the give-and-take that occurs
between a new couple – it was just lovely. And when Steele and Atlanta do finally hook up, Hotlanta lives
up to its name. -Sharon at JoyfullyReviewed
http://joyfullyreviewed.com/reviews/RRs/April07/TheWildWildMessAtlanta
*****
Loved
it, loved it, loved it. An erotic romance that slowly builds in intensity, making it much more thrilling when the protagonists
finally consummate their relationship, THE WILD, WILD MESS: ATLANTA is a thoroughly entertaining read. From the
first page, Atlanta's demeanor, humor, and attitude will engage and thrill the reader and things just get better when
Steele enters the picture. I'm not sure I understand the sub-theme of Steele being a berserker, nor references to
others of that type, but it doesn't detract from the overall tale.
Secondary
characters include Atlanta and Steele's friends and family who add their own bits and pieces to the story, mainly as background
to the plot. But there is no mistaking who this story is about, and the interracial aspects of Steele and Atlanta's
relationship are also quite well done. THE WILD, WILD MESS: ATLANTA is definitely a book to add to the keeper pile.
-Phillipa Ann from Webmistress Terrie Figueroa's Romance Reviews Today
http://www.rrterotic.com/2007%20Reviews/Single%20Title/Contemporary%20Romance/the_wild_wild_mess_atlanta_5-5-07.htm
*****
The humorous
banter between the two throughout this novella had me laughing out loud. The sexual electricity between the characters practically
spouted sparks from the pages. Ms. Leigh is an exceptional writer of romance with a touch of erotica in all the right places.
I enjoyed the detail and the over all story very much. I look forward to reading more of Ms. Leigh's work in the future.
5 Hearts - Crystal Adkins, Book Reviews by Crystal
http://www.bookreviewsbycrystal.blogspot.com/
*****
This is not your average romance since
the heroine is very dominant and used to writing her own rules. Atlanta is a strong willed woman and takes care of herself;
this is not a damsel in distress. She loves sports and surrounds herself with men who know not to mess with her. Steele is
totally hot and used to having women fall at his feet, so imagine his surprise when Atlanta doesn't. This tale also has
a comical twist to it and you will find yourself laughing at the antics of Atlanta and Steele. I enjoyed reading this story
and highly recommend it to other readers who enjoy romance with a touch of comedy. 4 Hearts of 5 Hearts -Angel,
for The Romance Studio
http://theromancestudio.com:80/reviews/reviews/messatlantaleigh.htm
*****
Atlanta Jackson is a rabid sports fan and co-owner of the most popular sports
bar in town, Evil Twins. A southern belle to the core, she’s also loud, opinionated, and independent. Busy
with her sports bar, she has little time for a man in her life, so when she literally runs into a huge, blonde Viking-like
man injuring her hand, she never expects to have her life completely and utterly changed.
Steele Magnussen is an area businessman
who has a loving family, great friends and a life that he loves. He’s not expecting to get knocked off his feet
by a small, curvaceous black woman outside an area restaurant, nor the primal protective instincts that come roaring through
him on seeing her injured. She’s not like any woman he’s ever met, dated or bedded, but the berserker in
him wants a mate worthy of him, and this volatile and mouthy little woman is exactly what he wants.
I’m going to say up front that
I loved this book and it’s vastly dissimilar characters. The story has great witty, bantering dialogue, a fast
pace that begs to be read, a fun storyline with a twist of the paranormal and sex hot enough to set the sheets on fire.
Atlanta is a great character who won’t let anyone step on her or tell her what to do, and her arguing skills are phenomenal.
Steele is determined, kind and always…always treats Atlanta like a lady…even when she’s driving him crazy.
One thing that I truly appreciated was that the author actually allowed the characters to get to know each other before they
jumped into bed with each other. They had a growing relationship that showed how much they cared, and we were given
the gift of watching it grow into something that many women only dream about.
The secondary characters added a great
deal of color, and I loved how they were always ready to defend Atlanta from harm…perceived or real. I’m
looking forward to the next installment of The Wild, Wild series with Wild, Wild Anybody's Guess: Aloha
-Pam, from My Book Cravings, where
you can relax with a good book
http://www.mybookcravings.com:80/Pam_Atlanta.htm
