Romance

Series Titles Worth the Wait

Submitted by Linda Stevens on Wed, 01/25/2012 - 11:25am

clocksWhen you are a dedicated series reader, over time you notice that certain recurring characters seem to take on extra life.  They pop up more frequently and always get the best lines.  They are endearing and engaging.  They find a special place in your reading heart.

That's why one of my pet peeves as a romance series reader is to finally get to one of these stories and it doesn't seem worthy of the character who inspired it.

Not to despair!  I read two series titles last week that avoided this problem entirely -- they were worth the wait.

Gearing up for the rodeo

Submitted by Sandra Silvey on Sat, 01/14/2012 - 11:58am

This time of year things are really starting to gear up for the Houston Rodeo, where you can see roping, saddle bronc and bull riding.  Now is the time to buff up on your cowboy lingo.  If you are like me and don’t know very much about cowboys now is a good time to try out some of these authors who definitely have a soft spot for the Wild West.  

 

 Kat Martin – Raines of Wind Canyon– Against the Wind, Against the fire, Against the Law, Against the Storm

New Books for a New Year

Submitted by Jennifer A on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 2:55pm

LothaireCelebrate the New Year with a new title!   HCPL has many new and upcoming romances that you can place on hold before they hit our shelves.  Personally, I’m really looking forward to Shannon Hale’s Austenland sequel, and I know many paranormal readers who can’t wait for the new Kresley Cole.  What are you most excited about reading?

 

New December & January Titles:

Romance Roundup 2011

Submitted by Linda Stevens on Fri, 12/30/2011 - 2:38pm

scandalous desiresIt's the time of year when everyone is making their "best of" lists for any given topic.  Why should I be any different?  The books listed below are the romance books I liked the most that were published in 2011.  It looks like it was a good year for historical romances for me, with a smattering of paranormal and suspense.  What about you?  Any favorite romances from this year that you'd like to share?

I'm making a list

Submitted by Sandra Silvey on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 3:22pm

 The New Year is quickly approaching!  I always make a list of all the things I am going to change or fix.  In addition to that long list I also pick some new authors I want to try.  I have always wanted to read all of the books in the card game Authors, I have not done it yet………. but one day I will!  For now it will go back on the list again this New Year and most likely the next one too.  I am determined to try at least one new author a month for 2012.  Do you have a list?

Here are some of the names on my list:

Brenda Novak

Reads for a Holiday Merry and Bright

Submitted by Jennifer A on Sat, 12/17/2011 - 12:15pm

Christmas ornamentEvery year our library does a display of holiday books, and every year these books practically fly off the shelves.  Reading holiday titles help many people (including myself) get into the holiday spirit as we do the many things necessary to prepare for the season.   Holiday romances are always plentiful on the display and in the library, and there really is something for every romance reader, no matter the subgenre you prefer.  So if you are in the mood for novels full of merriment and families, both old and new, coming together, check out a title today.  Have a wonderful holiday season!

Recent Holiday Titles:

When Would You Like to Be?

Submitted by Linda Stevens on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 3:13pm

bride wore scarletMy favorite sub-genre in romance has got to be historical.  Depending on my mood, I can visit Victorian England, the American Frontier or the Civil War, medieval Scotland or even the Dark Ages.  Do you have a favorite historical setting for romances?  (Add your favorite setting if it's not listed.)

Choices

Hellions of Halstead Hall

Submitted by Sandra Silvey on Tue, 11/29/2011 - 8:10am

Sabrina Jefferies is a favorite author of mine.  The next book in the Hellions series comes out this month, To Wed a Wild Lord, and then in January the final book, A Lady Never Surrenders will be released.  While we are waiting with bated breath Ms Jefferies has many more tempting titles for you to enjoy.  Check out Sabrina Jeffries

I Spy

Submitted by Jennifer A on Thu, 11/17/2011 - 2:45pm

Secret History of the Pink CarnationThe upcoming releases of Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol have turned my mind to spies in fiction and film.   Over the years, I have enjoyed many romance novels featuring spies, both male and female.  Spies in romantic fiction are extremely common in both historical and contemporary novels, so whether your fancy is a regency lord hunting a French double agent or a CIA officer infiltrating a terror cell or drug cartel, we have a spy romance for you!


Great Spy Romances, Historical and Contemporary:

Scene Stealing Pets in Romance

Submitted by Linda Stevens on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 3:25pm

animal attractionI'll readily admit that I'm the sort of person who carries on conversations with the dogs and finds herself unable to look away from those incredibly sad SPCA commercials, even while sobbing.  So, obviously I am predisposed to like books with animals in them.  While I was reading the latest Jill Shalvis book, Animal Attraction, set in a busy veterinary clinic, I realized just how much the charm of the different animals enhanced my enjoyment of the book.  I loved the kitten who responded to all remarks with "mew" and the parrot who seemed to repeat the most embarrassing part of any conversation he overheard.    As I started thinking about it, there were many other books that joined the list in my head that featured scene stealing pets.
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