Romance With SASS: Suspense, Angst, Seductive Sizzle
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Long and Short ReviewsLavender, reviewer 4 Stars
"There's a very interesting scene where Gabe gets a few hours to approach Lily in corporal form. They share one last passionate night. The depth of feeling is stunning.
By the end of Nopeming Shores, the reader feels how Lily has made progress. The reader experiences her hope. It's a well-written book that is sure to delight readers who enjoy stories with inspiring characters trying to find their way again."
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Katie, reviewer A+
Nopeming Shores is a fantastic, emotional, heartbreaking, yet hopeful, character study with a ghost story twist. The characters are well executed, the writing intriguing, and the overall story is completely engrossing. What are you waiting for? Read. This. Novella!!!"
Readers Comment:
KevaD writes: "Nopeming Shores is a superbly crafted tale sure to enthrall readers. Just have plenty of Kleenex handy.
However, it is the masterful infusion of Andrew J Lockhart's unique poetry that takes this book from a satisfied read on your bookshelf to centerpiece on your coffee table in order to share and discuss this novel over tea with your friends. Yeah. This book's that good."
Jenn writes: "It's rare to have a book capture your heart like Nopeming Shores did mine. Margie Church weaves a tale so breathtakingly beautiful it hurts. I knew going in that this was going to be an emotional ride. ...Gabe, as a ghost, trying to shepherd her through on her journey, is the hero, the voice of comfort and reassurance. He's not without his own ghostly turmoil. J. Andrew Lockhart's poetry is skillfully weaved, enhancing and magnifying the emotional impact. Margie has a talent for lush description: the scent of worn clothing, the crack of dried brush underfoot, the whisper of a kiss, are all palpable. ...The power of love, even in death, to inspire hope comes through like a beacon. I would highly, highly recommend this story for anyone looking for a unique, inspirational love story that will definitely stick with you."
"Margie Church grabs her reader's heartstrings early and doesn't let go while she depicts Lily's conflicted battle to hold on to and let go of Gabe at the same time. J. Andrew Lockhart's beautifully stark poetry plays a magnificent counterpoint to this story of love beyond death. Heartbreaking and yet life-affirming, and if you somehow make it through the rest of the story without tears, have a box of tissues on hand for the final scene at the titular lake. If you buy only one book this year, make it Nopeming Shores. "
Debbie writes: "Wow!!! The Heavens are Smiling down at you!!! This book is Unbelievable... You got me in the lake..(tissues).. This Story & The Poems throughout are so Beautiful... Margie Church you are Truely a GEM.. Bravo!!!! I loved it.. J. Andrew Lockharts poems are Wonderful..."
Kb Cutter, Reviewer
"The 18th floor is a must read for anyone who is looking for something outside the usual romance convention."
"The 18th Floor provides pure sensual enjoyment for readers who appreciate the finer points of the BDSM lifestyle. Sebastian and Alexa are good together and I enjoyed reading their story. Ms. Church consistently writes seductive and interesting tales and readers can add this to the list."
Dawn, Reviewer
4 Kisses
"I was in a mood to read something a bit different. I got that plus a whole lot more. Margie Church delivers her first foray into the M/M genre with her feet running out of the gate. ...Ms. Church delivers a story that had me on the edge of my seat, eager to find out what will happen next for Kevin and Teak. If you are looking for a hot story with a heart of gold to enjoy that can heat up your night, then I suggest you try HARD AS TEAK. I am hoping Ms. Church comes back to these beloved characters in the future."
4 Gold Crowns of 5
"Hard As Teak is the first M/M romance from Margie Church, and she’s written a captivating story of finding one’s self, of embracing who you are without fear. . . . . Hard As Teak has great well rounded characters, each with their own flaws. . . .Amazing love scenes, exactly the way I like them: hot and detailed, nothing left to the imagination. I can’t wait to see what Ms. Church puts out next in the M/M genre."
Vonda, Reviewer
4.5 of 5 Kisses!
"Margie Church’s Hard as Teak is a great story and I am hoping she continues to write more m/m novels. All of the elements and the secondary characters make it a great read."
Night Owl ReviewsDaisiemae, Reviewer
4.5 stars and a Top Pick rating!
"Hard as Teak is the first book I’ve read by Margie Church and it definitely won’t be my last. She gave me several hours of enjoyable escapism from my everyday life with some interesting and uniquely written characters and Hard as Teak has found its way onto my keeper shelf."
K.B. Cutter, Reviewer
The Romance ReviewsEbony, Reviewer
4 stars out of 5
"Margie Church does a grand job of showing the fear, indecision, struggle with who he [Kevin] was becoming and perceived himself to be. The emotions of the character were wonderfully written. There were many emotions that evolved because of the book, there were times where I was nervous, happy, scared and excited. Which is a good thing, because the book held my interest.
"I will definitely look forward to reading more M/M and more books by Margie Church. I recommend this book to other romance book readers who want to experience love through the eyes of two great male characters."
August 8, 2011 Whipped Cream Erotic Romance Reviews
Xeranthemum , Reviewer
"Ms. Church has a vibrant imagination and she shares the joy of exploring man on man loving enough times that erotic romance readers will find many opportunities for satisfaction.
"What made this entertaining and interesting book better for me was the conflict. I could really sink my teeth into the seething rage, twisted vengeance and spiteful actions of one of the secondary characters. That was incredibly well written and I enjoyed how the author had Kevin handling it. He had class, brains and no nonsense attitude that really impressed me. He was as smooth as James Bond with just as much firmness and discipline in his actions.
"Teak is a good contrast to Kevin's personality and Ms. Church made me believe their relationship is not only going to work but will be around for the long haul. Hard as Teak satisfied the romantic in me and I'm glad I read it."
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Lena Grey, Reviewer
"I love Margie's lyrical writing style. The story flows well and is quite descriptive. I would enjoy her writing no matter what type of story she wrote. For her first venture into the world of male/male romance, I think she did quite well. I recommend 'Hard as Teak' to anyone who wants to enjoy a well written book, with hot men and even hotter love scenes and, of course, a very happy ending. Thanks Margie!"
Readers Respond to Hard as Teak!
"Margie, I so enjoy the way you write and the flow of the stories are just sort of rhythmic to me. The characters are so easy to fall in love with, and their depth and emotions are made real to the reader I believe. And of course there is the hot sex scenes that are one of a kind and very well plotted out. This book was very hard to put down, and I cried when I reached the end like I always do when its an exceptional story. :*S* Thanks Margie, and you so deserve the awesome reviews." Darcy
LASR Whipped Cream
4.5 Cherries from Honeysuckle
"There are some really beautiful and yet steamy love scenes in the book including my favorite that involves whipped cream and starry night! And then there’s the M/M scene! Holy smoking cow!! If you’re a fan of M/M with some BDSM, you won’t want to miss it!!
Ms. Church created a terrifically evil and vindictive nemesis in Dangerous Love. Ladislav Husek is obsessed with not only Wade and Jui but the young woman he personally turned into a vampire, Victoria. To be perfectly honest, obsession seems like a mild word to describe the extent that Husek goes to surround himself with Victoria replacements. The hatred Victoria has for life as a vampire is almost palpable. She’s very creative and single minded in her determination to punish everyone involved.
Overall, Dangerous Love was an exciting ride with several twists and turns, not unlike a roller coaster."
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B+ from Katie
"Wet is definitely hot! Although I wished the relationship had more written history to add emotion to a somewhat emotionally charged setting, Wet is the perfect story to read after work with a glass of wine to unwind."
September 20, 2010LASR Whipped Cream
4.5 Cherries from Holly
"This was a hot and steamy story at the beginning, but became a tender love story and a story of growth and love and new beginnings as it continued. I enjoyed watching it unfold, and I recommend this to all the real romantics out there."
Readers say:
"I finished Wet...It was so exciting from the beginning to the end...I want more just like it...I LOVED IT!!!!!!!!! Is there a book 2???" Debbie
"I highly recommend this story. The sex scenes are tremendously hot and so well written that you feel like a voyeur transported to witness a short segment of Noah and Reagan's lives. This is a tantalizing story of how sparks can fly and sometimes all it takes is to add a little water ;) " Marguerite
"I loved WET! It's a wonderful story, perfect for a rainy day or a relaxed evening. I loved Noah's and Reagan's journey to happiness; they're very real and I rooted for them all the way through. Very hot too :-) Perfect mix of sexy and romantic. *Two Thumbs Up*" Kathrin
"Read Wet last night loved it." Sharon
Happily Ever After Reviews
Monica, Reviewer
5 Tea Cups
"Church does exceptional work in the characters that she has created along with the passion that they have for each other and the protectiveness he has over her. . . . . The ending of this book will bring you to tears, and leave you with the hope that maybe love conquers all and you just have to wait and pass pain, torture, loneliness—but it will come. Read Love Bites by Margie Church you will not regret it."
Book Obsessed Chicks
Kimberly
" . . . Then I recommend you read this evocative book! Stay tuned for the surprise ending, my mouth dropped open wide when I read it!"Diva's Bookcase
Yvonne
"This is my first book by Margie Church and I loved it. I give Love Bites five flowers of love and a place on my fav bookshelf. Margie served up the perfect HEA, with an unexpected twist."
LASR's Whipped CreamHolly 4.5 Cherries
"I love the temptation theme throughout this story, and how both of the characters deal with it. There are several very surprising twists in this one, and one was something I did not see coming, but when it did, I loved it. The trials that these two endured for their love made the happy ever after all the sweeter. This is a marvelous love story, with some unique twists to a wonderful story."
Half Past Midnight
"...a paranormal read that dares to be a bit different...equal parts action, dark intrigue and sizzling sex."
Got Erotic Romance ReviewsSky, Reviewer
Rated 5 Diamonds
"Fans of Ms. Church’s Allaire books will want to snap this book up right away and plan to curl up and enjoy it. I made the mistake of starting it when I had work to do…anyway, good book and the work got done…eventually. I only hope there will be a sequel because I miss Wade and Jui already."
Readers say:
"Can't wait to read Dangerous Love. That was a neat twist at the end of Love Bites!! I've read so much I'm not often surprised so that was pretty cool! Jui and Wade are great characters." Stormy Lee
"I've probably read a hundred vampire tales, but the ending of "Love Bites" surprised me. Something different is aways a good thing. Wade is a wonderful, tortured, sexy character, but what sells me are strong female characters, and I found that in the heroine of this story, Jui. I enjoyed "Love Bites" so much, I read it over again right away." Heidi
"Just finished 'Love Bites'! Excellent job Margie. I loved the ending!" Robyn
"LOVED the story Love Bites! finally finished it - one good hot love mess!" Pam
"This book was one sexy read from start to finish! It drew me in with the Vampire genre which when mixed with the erotica romance, kept me invested in their unplanned but so HOT romance. Jui and Wade were one sexy couple that you couldn’t help but root for as they had to fight their feelings but yet give into them as they seemed destined to be. Can’t wait to read the sequel!" Pam U. (Pam was the lucky winner of Love Bites in a recent give-away! It pays to play!)
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You Gotta Read Awakening Allaire by Margie Church is a slow beginner but as with all passion, it is best to build slow. Three people become conflicted in an explosive tour de force. Allarie, her husband Jeff, and the dashing Devon who brings sex to a new level. The clash of these young titans in this heated novel dominates the character development: strong and personal.The sex plays upon the pages in shameless, orgasmic, ecstasy bringing the novel to dramatic climax.
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Readers Review Awakening Allaire! “It is sooo good. The richness of the characters is fab she really brings them to life. The love scenes are so hot you'll need to call the fire department after.” Tricia
“That was tons of fun to read!!!!” Cory
"Finished your first book - could not put it down!!! I am impressed!!!"
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| You Gotta Read Val Pearson It's not every day a writer is called a genius. "Avenging Allaire was truly written from the mind of a pure genius. Avenging Allaire and Margie Church have both become favorites of mine. I know when I pick up a Margie Church book, that I will be entertained and immersed in world that I don't want to leave and won't soon forget. Margie Church is a very talented writer who is able to write a well rounded plot that captures the reader’s attention and grips your heart. If I could give a higher rating than You Gotta Read, I would certainly do it. I highly recommend you pick up both Awakening Allaire and Avenging Allaire, they are both on my "to keep forever shelf" My congratulations go out to Ms. Church for an outstanding job with both books." Martha's Bookshelf Martha gave Avenging 4.5 of 5 rating! "I love this author’s tag line: “SASS” – Suspense, Angst, Seductive Sizzle - which fit these stories to a T! It is understandable why this is a bestseller. If you like good thrillers with lots of sexual sizzle, this and the first book would be great choices!"  Night Owl ReviewsMelinda rates Avenging Top Pick! “This book has great characters and the way Ms. Church has us in suspense trying to guess who the real culprits are made this an excellent read. I recommend this book as well as the first in the series!” Readers Chime in On Avenging Allaire! “I lost Avenging almost immediately after getting my copy and I was really heartbroken about it, couldn't even admit to anyone...finally found it & read it cover to cover within about 5 hours. Now, seriously, that's the way a good book should be - leaves the reader wanting more & cannot put it down. I said it about ...Awakening & I'll say it again about Avenging - Margie, you're simply a brilliant writer!!!” Amy
"I just finished reading your book and it was awesome! I loved it! The last 50 pages were really page turners to get to the end and finally learn how everything turned out. Really, really great job, Margie. I’m impressed!" Heidi "You’ve got talent and do a hell of a job with character development. You give your characters a heart and soul and an incredible amount of believability. They breathe, and I can empathize with them. It’s a great package Margie." Leslie
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