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Lindsay Paige and Mary Smith are co-authors of The Penalty Kill Trilogy. Their first book, Breakaway is due out on Aug. 15, 2013

About the Authors:

Lindsay Paige and Mary Smith created The Penalty Kill Trilogy through their love of writing and hockey. BREAKAWAY, book one, is set to release August 15, 2013. Stay tuned for more details!

Lindsay Paige is a romance author from North Carolina who has published five books on her own. She is a huge hockey fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins and loves to play tennis. When not writing, Paige is focused on completing college. 

Mary Smith was born in Chicago, Illinois, but currently lives in West Virginia. She is an avid reader, co-founder of Book Nerds Across America, and author of Melting Away the Ice. She goes nowhere without her cell phone or Kindle. Mary loves anything to do with Chicago Blackhawks, Patrick Sharp, and hockey related!!

Lindsay and Mary created The Penalty Kill Trilogy through their love of writing and hockey. Through their late night writing sessions, text messages, and emails, they have created a trilogy following two characters dealing with college, family, friends, and the one sport that connects them all. Even though Lindsay and Mary are fans of different NHL teams, they are still close friends...except when their teams play each other.

About the Book:

Levi Carr is captain of the Roxboro University Lions hockey team. His rival is James Wayne University and their captain, Trevor McCarthy. After an incident in high school and his mother’s death, Levi does whatever he can to make McCarthy’s life a little harder. When leaving the rivaling campus one night, Levi meets one person who can unknowingly help him mess with McCarthy.

My one job in this is to mess with McCarthy’s head and all it has done is mess with mine.

Presley McCarthy lives in the shadow of her twin brother, Trevor. After being separated when their parents divorced, all Presley heard about was Levi Carr being a bully to Trevor. Now in college, Presley is trying to be her own person, but when she meets Levi Carr, it all changes. But will the changes be good or bad?

He is nothing like my brother described. Maybe I’ve been wrong all along.

Stalk Links:

For Lindsay:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.paige.books

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsaypaige11

Website: http://authorlindsaypaige.blogspot.com/

For Mary:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMarySmith

Twitter: https://twitter.com/maryms1980

Website: http://authormarysmith.blogspot.com/

For The Penalty Kill Trilogy:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePenaltyKillTrilogy

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PKtrilogy

Website: http://thepenaltykilltrilogy.blogspot.com/

Levi Carr on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Levi_Carr_10

Presley McCarthy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PresleyMcCarthy

The Cover:

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According to  my Goodreads account I have read 205 books in 2012 and I needed to narrow down to my 12 favorite.  Well, it was VERY HARD, but I did it.  These are not in any particular order.

Book #1: Miss Me Not by Tiffany King
By far my most favorite book of Tiffany King!! This book is a page turning-tear-jerking masterpiece and I think EVERYONE SHOULD READ THIS!  Tiffany King has the talent to reach a variety of audiences and is an amazing person!  Her kindness and love for the character shines through every page and scenario.  In my opinion, I think that she she will be a household name in the next few years!

If you want to purchase Miss Me Not, you can here:
Miss Me Not

Book #2: The Wild Ones by M. Leighton
PICK Trick!!  Always Pick Trick!! Although I love a lot of M. Leighton's work this one stands out to me the most!! She knows how to make this city girl want a cowboy!!  I loved this book from the moment Trick graced the page!!  If you have not read this (and remember this is more of an adult book) then you need to read it!

If you want to purchase it you can here:The Wild Ones

Book #3: Don't Panic by Lindsay Paige
Lindsay Paige!  This young lady has so so so so much talent!! I cannot wait to see what else she will bring to us in the future!  I loved this book so much! Lindsay Paige brought a serious topic to these pages and turned into an amazing story of trust, love and humanity all in one!!  Like I said before, PURE TALENT!!!

I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone!  It is a great read!!

You can purchase it here: Don't Panic

Book 4: The Reluctant King by Rachel Higginson
I will never grow tired of saying on how much I love Rachel Higginson!!  Time and time again she shows her talent through each page of her stories!!  She has created the greatest characters in the Star-Crossed Series and I will ALWAYS READ THEM!!

I am looking forward to see what she will bring in 2013, because I know that she will not disappoint me or her fans!! Though I still think I am her number 1 fan!! HAHA!

If you want to purchase The Reluctant King you can here:The Reluctant King (The Star-Crossed Series, Book 5)

If you have not read this series, you can get Reckless Magic (Book 1) for free here:Reckless Magic (The Star-Crossed Series, Book 1)

Book 5: Ten Tiny Breaths by KA Tucker
I was just introduced to KA Tucker a few months ago and her book made a HUGE impact in my Book Nerd Life!!  I could NOT put this book down!! I was mesmerized by the characters, story line and everything about this book that it forever be one of my favorites!  KA Tucker is an extremely talented author and I cannot wait to see what else she has rolling around in her head!!

If you have not read this book PLEASE PLEASE READ IT!!  It will not disappoint!

You can purchase it here: Ten Tiny Breaths

Book 6: Delta Project: Hide by Jessica Jaster
Talk about a debut author!! Jessica Jaster comes out of the gates swinging!!  This book was fantastic!! I am not even sure where to begin to tell you how great it is! Jessica Jaster has serious talent and I am counting down the days until Book 2!!

This is a great book and a quick read!  I know that once you start it, you will not put it down!

You can purchase it here:Delta Project: Hide

Book 7: Hale Maree by Misty Provencher
Oh, Misty, I just love you!  I have read everything that Misty has published, however this is my favorite! She brought me ... I mean, us ... an outstanding love story that I could not put down.  I loved every page of this book and I can only hope that there will be more of this story in Misty's future.

Haven't read it.........purchase it here: Hale Maree

Book 8: On Dublin Street by Samantha Young
I would have never heard of this book if Kathryn from TSK TSK What To Read had not been pimping it so hard on Facebook (pun intended).  I am not sure how I have survived my Book Nerd Life without Braden Carmichael!  Hot, yummy Scotsman! LOVE this story and just read it again this past weekend!!  Just a great story all around!

Need to purchase the book?  You can here:On Dublin Street

Book 9: Wicked Fate by Tabatha Vargo
What can I say about Tabatha Vargo that I have not said a thousand times before?  She is amazing, talent and a great person!  Her debut novel, Wicked Fate, will knock you down.  It is such a great story and I know that book 2 will be just as good, if not better.  Tabatha Vargo is working on some great projects for 2013 and I can't wait.

If you haven't read Wicked Fate, then purchase it here:Wicked Fate (The Wicked Trilogy)

Book 10: Perchance by Lila Felix
*shakes head* Lila, Lila, Lila, where have you been all  my Book Nerd Life?!?!?!?!  Lila Felix is a 2012 debut author and already has 3 books published.  One, she is a writing machine.  Two, her fan demand more from her the moment we put the book down.  Perchance is my favorite of the novels she has published in 2012.  I cannot wait to see what is in store for 2013.  I know that she will not disappoint!

Perchance (amazing LOVE STORY) can be purchased here:Perchance

Book 11: Beyond The Veil by Quinn Loftis
Quinn is the Luna of all books! The Grey Wolf Series has quickly become my most favorite series.  Even though, Quinn has become the LUNA of cliffhangers.  It never fails that I am cussing at the end of one of her books because she has ripped out my Book Nerd heart and I am wanting more!  that is true talent there!  I know that 2013 will bring book 6 of the Grey Wolf series.  Along with that she is writing a new series called Elfin (also great!)

But in all seriousness, I need to THANK QUINN for bringing Decebel in my life!!

If you want to read Beyond the Veil you can here:Beyond the Veil, Book 5 The Grey Wolves Series

If you have not read this series you can get Prince of Wolves (Book 1) FOR FREE here:Prince of Wolves (The Grey Wolves Series)

For Quinn's new series: Elfin, you can purchase it here:Elfin

Book 12: Empty Net by Toni Aleo
If you know anything about from following me on Facebook or Twitter you know that I have a love for sports, especially HOCKEY!!  I am a Chicago Blackhawks fan through and through! Toni Aleo knows how to write a hockey book and series!  I will let it go that she is a Nashville Predators fan since she has given me 3 new fictional boyfriends!! Empty Net is my favorite of her series and I love Tate SO MUCH!!

If you have not read this .. you MUST!! Even if you don't like hockey this is still a great read.  Please remember that it is an adult book

You can purchase it here:Empty Net (Assassins)

MAY 2013 BRING US A WHOLE NEW LOVE OF BOOKS, FICTIONAL BOYFRIENDS AND GREAT MEMORIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Goodreads description: 


Samantha Branson is having severe anxiety attacks. Her heart beats unusually fast, her breath quickens and her hands sweat. Every detail screams in her head that she is the center of unwanted attention. Everyone can hear her thoughts, her heart and her breathing. The silence of the classroom is so loud that focus is impossible.

After an attack lands her in the wrong bathroom, Sam meets Eli who offers to provide help. Faced with the return of her possessive ex-boyfriend and the blossoming of a new romance, Sam must find the strength inside herself to face her anxieties head on.

MARY'S REVIEW:

Oh Lindsay Paige you talent amazes me! I first fell in love with Lindsay's work when I read Sweetness.  I was so excited when she announced this book because it was different from the Bold as Love Series. Now, there is a downfall to Lindsay, she is a Pittsburgh Penguins fan.  *shakes head* Such a shame!  Since I am a Chicago Blackhawks fan we don't always see eye-to-eye.  But, I won't let that problem interrupt my review (this time!)

Best part of the book:  This is outstanding from page 1!  One thing that Lindsay does well is that she is very detailed in her writing.  With every attack that Samantha had I could actually feel her pain.  Every time Eli try to help her or talk to her I could feel her emotions!  I felt so bad for Samantha because you know that she is having a lot of problems and you want to help her, but can't.  That is why I loved Eli!  He was there for her since the first moment she ran into the wrong bathroom.  I love that he never gave up!! It was wonderful seeing his support for her.

Not so great about the book: I wish the book was a little bit longer.  I would have like to see more of the progression of some of the scenes.  However, the most important parts of the book are perfect!! Lindsay has another hit on her hands.

You can purchase the book here:


If you want to read Sweetness (Bold as Love #1), you can purchase it here:




Now, I was picking on Lindsay for being a Penguins fan, which I should not do.  So, I will leave you with a little something because she does love Sidney Crosby.  But, don't tell Lindsay that I think Marc-Andre Fleury is pretty cool!!

Lindsay Paige, the talented author of the Bold As Love series, has a new book coming out on January 13. 2013.  Lindsay is extremely talented as an author that I am very excited about this new book.  Be sure to follow the Don't Panic Facebook Page for teasers and updates on the book.

Here is a little bit about the book:


Samantha Branson is having severe anxiety attacks. Her heart beats unusually fast, her breath quickens and her hands sweat. Every detail screams in her head that she is the center of unwanted attention. Everyone can hear her thoughts, her heart and her breathing. The silence of the classroom is so loud that focus is impossible.

After an attack lands her in the wrong bathroom, Sam meets Eli who offers to provide help. Faced with the return of her possessive ex-boyfriend and the blossoming of a new romance, Sam must find the strength inside herself to face her anxieties head on.

And now the cover (Enjoy!):

Goodreads description:


Their first year of college isn’t what they expected. Emily is still struggling with the loss of her baby, while Jake seems to have no trouble with it at all. Emily is so conflicted about how to deal with the miscarriage. On top of that, she’s having nightmares.

Can Jake help his Sweetness? Will she allow him? Their relationship is suffering and Jake is determined to do whatever Emily asks of him. But when Emily makes a suggestion that she feels will help with her grief, could it tear the couple apart forever?

Mary's Review:

This review is going to be a bit short.  I liked the book but there was some parts that were really rushed through.  I really felt so bad for Jake and Emily in the beginning.  They both were dealing with a lot of stress.  First the baby, then college, and the stress of working their relationship becomes very fragile.

Well, here comes the difficult part, there was a twist in the book that I did not like.  It is just my opinion!  I felt that Jake and Emily were dealing with enough when this twist developed.  On top of that, it was really rushed until the end.

Even though I felt that about the book, I will be reading Book 4 when ever it comes out.

Goodreads Description:


After the incident with Claire, Emily encounters more problems. Conrad is back with explanations and hope. Emily wants to give him a chance to explain himself. She can't help but wonder why he left. However, Jake isn't comfortable with Emily going out to eat with an old lover.

Will things be too much for Emily to handle? Will Emily do the one thing she knows best and withdraw? Will Emily and Jake's love for one another keep them from shattering?

Mary's Review:

Best part of book: Like Book 1, I enjoyed all the different points of view.  I love that Jake's and Emily's relationship has grown so much.  It was rocky in the beginning of the book because Emily's ex-boyfriend came back into the picture.  Jake was going to have to figure out if Emily really wanted him or Conrad.  The twist that came towards the end of the book was the unforeseen (by me anyway).

Not so great part of the book: Like Book 1, I thought it was rushed.  I would have like to see some thing played out a little more.  However, this book was only a little over 100 pages so I do understand the rush.

Why read this book:  It is a wonderful love story.  It is great to see two people play off of each others strengths, kindness and watch their relationship blossom.

Onto Book 3!!

Goodreads Description:


Emily wished she was invisible. But after moving to a new town with her dad, a charming boy makes it impossible for her to disappear. Despite her feelings of unworthiness, Emily soon finds herself drawn to the safety of Jake's world.

Good looking and the star of the hockey team, Jake has a lot going for him. What most people don't see is the difficult life he has at home. When quiet Emily steals his heart, Jake vows to help her discover she is worthy of love. 

Just when the two of them realize the sweetness of their relationship, they are put to the test. Only together can they overcome their haunted pasts to fight for a future together.

Mary's Review:


My twitter friend and amazing blogger @TwiMom101 had read this book a long time ago and gave it great review.  I had it but never got around to it.  I know....I know.....Bad Book Nerd!! So, let us move past the fact that I am a bad Book Nerd and go to the review of this book.

Poor Emily! She is currently living with her father because she was verbally abused by her mother.  Emily's main purpose in life is to stay out of every one's way.  Then one day in class Jake partners up with Emily.  From there they begin to build an relationship.  It is slow to start because Emily just wants to be invisible but Jake wears her down.

Best part of book: Lindsay Paige does not limit the book to just the point of view of Emily.  We are also graced with the point of view of Jake.  I like that because you get the full effect of the story.

Not so great part of the book:  I felt that it was kind of rushed.  I am not sure if that was just me but  as soon as I started the book it was over.  However, that just might be me!

Why read this book?  Lindsay Paige puts a wonderful story together of two people in love.  I love that we can see Jake and his techniques to wear Emily down.

Onto Book 2!