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Friday, January 27, 2017

Review Showcase Bury the Hatchet by Catherine Gayle

Those who follow the blog know I've fallen in love with Catherine Gayle's Portland Storm hockey romance series, which reminds me I need to get the next one ASAP. But did you know she's also got a spin-off series staring some familiar faces from Portland who get traded to form a new franchise called the Tulsa Thunderbirds.
I'm happy to showcase and review the audible edition of the first in this exciting new series, Bury the Hatchet.
Enjoy!

BURY THE HATCHET - TULSA THUNDERBIRDS #1
Written by: Catherine Gayle
Narrated by: Michael Pauley
Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins
Series: Tulsa Thunderbirds, Book 1
Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:02-26-16
Publisher: Catherine Gayle

Overview:
They both need to make amends…
But they might be making more than that.
Tulsa Thunderbirds goaltender Hunter Fielding has a lot of kissing up to do following a few brash and uncalled-for statements. Now he needs to prove to the watchful eyes that he’s changed for the better. But cozying up to Little-Miss-Perfect-Gone-Bad isn’t his idea of making amends.
Agreeing to marry a hockey star to clear her “bad girl” reputation is the worst idea Oklahoma’s former sweetheart, Tallulah Belle Roth, has ever heard. With cameras constantly in their faces, Hunter and Tallie need to prove their sickeningly-sweet, do-good lives are the real deal—just to Bury the Hatchet once and for all.
But when the cameras are off, desire burns hot. Can fake and just for show turn into something real and forever?

Interview with Catherine Gayle review - Dropping Gloves

Those of you who follow my blog know that after receiving Catherine's first Portland Storm Hockey book, Breakaway as a gift I fell in love with this series. I LOVE how she puts a romance and a gut eating circumstance in each and every novel, I love the team-playing, I love the characters and now I finally got to ask Catherine some questions that I was wondering about. I hope you enjoy our conversation and my audible review of her 7th full length novel or 10th in the series including novellas, Dropping Gloves.

DROPPING GLOVES, PORTLAND STORM BOOK 7

Written by: Catherine Gayle
Narrated by: Angel Clark
Length: 9 hrs and 9 mins
Series: Portland Storm, Book 7
Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:05-02-16
Publisher: Catherine Gayle

OVERVIEW:

Katie Weber left her heart behind in Portland when she decided to follow her dreams in Hollywood. Now she's back to sing the national anthem for the Portland Storm for their annual Hockey Fights Cancer night. One look at the team's bench while she's singing is all it takes to know that Jamie Babcock is still hurting just as much as she is. She's done the Hollywood thing, though, and she's over it. She knows what she wants, and she wants Jamie, but she might have already done too much damage.

Jamie Babcock has done everything possible to let go of Katie, but she keeps coming back, and she keeps crushing him all over again every time she leaves. His heart has been trampled on more than enough already. At some point, he has to draw the line. Doesn't he? Only, when it's Katie, he's not sure that's even possible. She's back right now, but he can't be sure for how long.

Katie is willing to do everything she has to in order to convince Jamie she's back for good - even dropping her gloves - because in the game of love, all bets are off.

Audible review of Comeback Book #6 in the Portland Storm Hockey Series by Catherine Gayle

My readers will recognize this author and series because I've been binge reading them all summer. Well I've made it to book #6 in the Series, Comeback, it's the love story and struggle of the Storm's goaltender Nikki Ericsson and head of the non-profit Lamp The Light foundation Jessica Lynch. I hope you'll enjoy this review and showcase.

Comeback: Portland Storm,
Book 6

Written by: Catherine Gayle
Narrated by: Angel Clark
Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins
- Series: Portland Storm, Book 6
Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:09-28-15

Publisher: Catherine Gayle

Overview

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the Portland Storm hockey romance series.

Recovering addict Nicklas Ericsson, star goaltender for the Portland Storm, is ready for a comeback-both on the ice and in his personal life. But when his sister begs for his help with an earth-shattering request he can't refuse, Nicky worries the stress will send him over the edge into a relapse.

As the vice-president of a non-profit organization, Jessica Lynch has worked with her fair share of addicts. She's always managed to keep her distance and prevent them from pulling at her heartstrings-but Nicky Ericsson proves to be the one exception. Something about the goalie draws her to him.

With an instant and mutual attraction, Nicky and Jessica explore the boundaries of their relationship. While Nicky struggles with his recovery, Jessica fears he won't be able to handle all that's been thrown his way. Will his addiction get the best of him, or can Nicky pull off the Comeback of a lifetime?

Mini Review Double Major - Portland Storm 4.5 - Review In The Zone Portland Storm #5 - by Catherine Gayle

Those who follow me know I've been burning through Catherine Gayle's Portland Storm hockey romance series. There are a few reasons I'm gorging myself on this series buffet. First and foremost I LOVE them. I love how she deals with really serious stuff. I love her characters (okay most of them LOL) and I'm getting them on audible so I can listen while I'm walking Princess Pippa, cleaning house or driving to the latest doctor appointment. ;-)
I hope you enjoy my latest review and stay tuned because on August 19th I'll be featuring an interview with Catherine!

In The Zone-Portland Storm, Book 5

Written by: Catherine Gayle
Narrated by: Angel Clark
Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins
Series: Portland Storm, Book 5
Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:07-01-15
Publisher: Catherine Gayle
Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overview

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the Portland Storm hockey romance series.

One night. Unimaginable passion. Total anonymity.

Star defenseman for the Portland Storm, Keith Burns welcomed the single night with a nameless beauty. The undeniable heat was exactly what he needed to let loose. When circumstances bring him face to face with Brianna Hayden after that night was long over, he wants to throw all the rules out the window. There's no denying chemistry like theirs. But sometimes, desire isn't enough...

If they're going to have more than one night, Brie wants it all. But a star athlete like Keith can't drop his guard that easily hiding an ugly and painful past. Refusing to open up might land Keith in the sin bin-for good. Now Keith has to get In the Zone if he's going to have any chance at scoring the one thing he wants the most-Brie's heart.

Review of Delay of Game - Portland Storm book 4 & Mini Review of Double Major book 4.5 - Catherine Gayle

I'm continuing to love this very special sports romance series I don't know what I'll do once I catch up. I guess its a good thing she's got more than one series out there :)
Enjoy!

Delay of Game: Portland Storm, Book 4

Written by: Catherine Gayle
Narrated by: Angel Clark
Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins
Series: Portland Storm, Book 4

Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:04-15-15
Publisher: Catherine Gayle

Overview

Fourth-line winger Cam Johnson fights like hell for his team-even if he has to break the rules. A vigilante on the ice, Cam takes on all the battles, whether they're his fight or not. The Portland Storm is his team-his family-and he'll take down anyone who threatens them. When one of his on-ice battles lands him in the penalty box, the coach's fiery daughter calls him for a Delay of Game. Now Cam has to finish what he started.

Terrified that her father's job as coach of the Storm will be the death of him, Sara Thomas wants nothing to do with the sexy hotheaded player who caused her dad to end up in the hospital. And Cam will do anything to rectify the damage he caused-even if it means taking the fall for something he didn't do. After all, he's the team enforcer. What he offers up just might save him, his coach, and Sara, too.

Review Showcase On The Fly by Catherine Gayle

My friends won't be surprised when they learn I've posted a couple of books in this series out of order, they know I'm rightly accused of doing things back-@ssword :) so one week after reviewing book three in Catherine's Portland Storm series. I now present book two. ;-)
Enjoy!

On the Fly: Portland Storm

Written by: Catherine Gayle

Narrated by: Angel Clark

Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins

Series: Portland Storm, Book 2

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:01-26-15

Publisher: Catherine Gayle

Whispersync for Voice-ready
Click HERE for an audible sample

Overview

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the Portland Storm hockey romance series.

Being sidelined for far too long due to injuries, Portland Storm player Brenden "Soupy" Campbell is ready to take his career to the next level and make his new position on the team stick. After he meets the general manager's cute new assistant, Brenden knows he's right where he's supposed to be.

Determined to change things up On the Fly and establish a future for herself and her children, Rachel Shaw jumps at the opportunity to work for the Storm. She's not going to let anything-or anyone-get in her way, especially not a sexy and overly cocky hockey star.

But when Brenden pulls out all the stops and turns on the charm, Rachel refuses to make the same mistake twice. Now, it's up to Brenden to cement his spot-both on the team and in Rachel's heart.

Showcase/Review Light the Lamp Audible Edition by Catherine Gayle Narrated by Angel Clark

Those who are regulars know that I've been loving this series. Stay tuned if you're a fan or just want to know more about the genesis of this series or anything about the fab Ms. Gayle because sometime soon she's going to be on the blog with an interview!
Enjoy!

Light the Lamp:
Portland Storm, Book 3

Written by: Catherine Gayle
Narrated by: Angel Clark
Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins
Series: Portland Storm, Book 3
Unabridged Audiobook
Release Date:04-07-15
Publisher: Catherine Gayle
Whispersync for Voice-ready

Listen to a Sample

Overview

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the Portland Storm hockey romance series.

Hockey star Liam Kallen lost his scoring touch when his wife died. Still broken up over her loss, Liam's darkness overpowers him, but his new team-the Portland Storm-needs him. A chance meeting brings him face to face with Noelle Payne, the most positive and upbeat woman he's ever met, and his darkness begins to fade.

There's never been a challenge that Noelle can't conquer. Brightside optimist to a fault, Noelle refuses to succumb to the luxurious life Liam can give her, as she longs to find deeper meaning and purpose in her life. Now it's up to Liam to open up and show her that she's the light he's needed all along-giving her the greatest purpose of all. He might have saved her, but can Noelle be the light that saves him?

Audible review - Breakaway (Portland Storm 1) by Catherine Gayle narrated by Angel Clark

I love experiencing new authors so when I had the opportunity to listen to Breakaway by Catherine Gayle I jumped at the chance. It's number 1 in her Portland Storm Hockey series and part of The First Period which are books 1-3, narrated by Angel Clark.

Enjoy!