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What happens when the lights go out in the city that never sleeps?

Games of chance, unexpected situations, and hours of sin!


Thirteen bestselling and award-winning authors are turning up the heat in an anthology featuring brand-new show-stopping stories set in Las Vegas. Roll the dice and get ready to feel the heat!

Close Encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire :
The day started with a quick screw, a couple of quirky two-bit cons and ended with a diabolical serial killer. What do you do when the lights go out? Run.

The Do-Over by Christi Barth :
The best way to move on after being dumped? A hot fling. An even better way? Revenge sex and the chance to turn the tables on the guy who dumped you...

Night & Day by Bethany Lopez :
One explosive weekend together nearly ruined them. But, there's no way Simone and Micah can ignore their chemistry when they're alone in the dark.

Night Games by T.K. Leigh :
Note to self: Never agree to play an innocent dice game during a blackout in Vegas. I should have known it wouldn’t remain innocent, not in the city of sin.

Absolutely Mine by Terri E. Laine :
I made a promise to stay away from my best friend’s little sister. But it’s Vegas and that’s one promise I’m probably going to break.

Just Us by J.H. Croix :
Ellie asks me to promise her one thing. We can’t tell her brother about us. Small problem though. One night will never be enough.

Blind Faith by Lauren Runow :
I never expected to be locked out of my room basically naked in a total blackout. Thinking that would be the biggest shock of my night was my first mistake.

Dirty Thoughts by C.A. Harms :
He was the crush I never thought I’d see again. Yet here we were in Vegas, during a total blackout. I figure why not explore all the possibilities, or more like let him explore me?

Going Down by Lisa Shelby :
She’s the only person I’ve ever loved and I’m the last person she wants to see. She’d hoped to avoid me as much as possible in Vegas, but when we get stuck alone in an elevator, not even she can deny that our chemistry still runs hot.

Hard Luck by K.A. Ware :
Ellis James is my kryptonite, the only person who could drag me back to Vegas after I promised myself I was done with that life. I'd bleed for her, I'd die for her, but can I save her?

Becoming His by K.I. Lynn :
When I slammed into Hollywood heartthrob Reid Gallagher, I never imagined it would turn into a first date I’d never forget. After all, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas...right?

Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart :
What’s worse than being locked in a room with a vibrating bed and your sworn enemy? Waking up next to him… naked! Did I mention he’s also my boss? Oops.

Free Bird by Leddy Harper :
She's a Vegas showgirl. He's a British rugby player.
They have nothing in common ... until the lights go out.

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First published April 2, 2019

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Bethany Lopez is a USA Today Bestselling author of more than seventy published works, as both Bethany Lopez and DJ Bryce, and has been publishing since 2011. She's a lover of all things romance, which she incorporates into the books she writes, no matter the genre.

When she isn't reading or writing, she loves spending time with family and traveling whenever possible.

Bethany can usually be found with a cup of coffee or glass of wine at hand, and will never turn down a cupcake!

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1,027 reviews277 followers
April 2, 2019
Find this review and others at Carlene Inspired.

What happens when the lights go out in Vegas? According to thirteen authors, a whole lot can happen! From escaping serial killers to falling in love, Blackout: A Romance Anthology gives readers a glimpse into the city of sin with no power, no cell service, and no inhibitions. This anthology blew me away, I can't get over how much I enjoyed it. Longer than your typical anthology, at least in my opinion, Blackout has thirteen novellas, some quite lengthy and others quite short, that follow a mix of new and previously known characters as they visit sin city. The same event, a lengthy blackout, occurs in each novel, but no story is the same. The setting is perfect for this anthology, I hate when authors get together to create an anthology with a similar story line and the characters don't ever meet despite being in a small town. In this case, Vegas is massive and with the lights out it's expected that the characters from each story wouldn't interact. It made it more realistic. I loved all of the characters from the stories that I read and while I didn't love every single story, I did enjoy the entire anthology as a whole. This is a must read and it will work for both longtime fans of the authors and for those looking for something new.

On the fly star rating as I read:

Close Encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire - 4 Stars

The Do-Over by Christi Barth - 3 stars

Night & Day by Bethany Lopez - 4 stars

Night Games by T.K. Leigh - 5 Stars

Absolutely Mine by Terri E. Laine - Not Rating - the ARC edition had too many edits left to be done. I won't count this against the overall score, as I know the anthology went through more edits prior to release.

Just Us by J.H. Croix - 4.5 Stars - If I read the word channel one more time I was going to scream. Once or twice, fine, repeatedly? No.

Blind Faith by Lauren Runow - 5 Stars

Dirty Thoughts by C.A. Harms - 5 Stars

Going Down by Lisa Shelby - 5 Stars

Hard Luck by K.A. Ware - 4 Stars

Becoming His by K.I. Lynn

Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart

Free Bird by Leddy Harper
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3,303 reviews1,780 followers
April 2, 2019
Dirty Thoughts by C.A. Harms

Favorite Quotes:

We look him over from head to toe like he’s dessert and we’re starving for sweets.

"I had to drag her away from him. It was awful,” Robyn informs me with a snicker. “I got pictures,” she adds with a smile.

Lucy has checklists for everything… So when she goes a little wild, you better bet we’re going to get proof so the next time she decides to criticize one of us, we can remind her that she’s not as straight-arrowed as she puts on. All it takes is tequila and she’s taking off her shirt and dancing in a room full of elderly people.


My Review:

C.A. Harms always puts a smirk on my face with her own special blend of irreverent humor and sizzling sensuality. Las Vegas provided the perfect backdrop for two former high school acquaintances to accidentally run into each other and become more intimately reacquainted. He had been her unrequited first crush and high school fantasy man/football star, but to him, she had just been his helpful academic tutor. A few years later and she was all lush curves and long legs and her personal anatomy was the only subject that required further study. Apparently, no special lessons in biology or chemistry were needed.
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1,303 reviews30 followers
April 2, 2019
I love a good Anthology and BLACKOUT is off the charts. You can read each authors story in any order you please because there are no spoilers from one to the other. Each author tell us of an event that will stand strong on their own from beginning until the end. Close Encounters had me on the edge of my seat the entire time and my jaw on the floor more often then not. I couldn’t believe what what happening while in Sin City. Blind Faith had me head over heels for Jason, I would give anything to stumble into an elevator with him. The Do-Over has me believing that everything happens for a reason even if you don’t quite understand it right away. Night and Day brings second chances and truth or dare up a notch. Night Games is something I would love to play myself especially if a man like Lincoln is involved. All of these authors bring their own twist to what can happen and you will want to read them all. I can’t wait to read the rest of these stories and find out what else can happen when the lights go out.
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945 reviews18 followers
April 9, 2019
I Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book!!


Night & Day by Bethany Lopez

This was a second chance love novella. It had intense chemistry and some steamy scenes. I loved the Interaction between Simone and Micah. It was a huge misunderstanding between them. However after waiting nearly a year for him to be able to explain, Micah finally has his chance. Depending on wether she's ready or not, Simone is in for one heck of a night.

Absolutely Mine by Terri E. Laine

I adored this quick novella. It was different than what I am used to be Terri but it was still adorable, hot and a typical live story would could see every day. Eddie and Jillian had feelings for each other's for years. Next door neighbors and Eddie was best friends with her sister, Chris. How could things ever change? When your in Vegas, everything can change. And what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas.

Blind Faith by Lauren Runow

Such an incredible eye opening novella. I say eye opening because it allows us to see a little of what caused the Blackout in Vegas that transpired all these sexy and steamy novella's located in the Blackout Anthology.

Gemma and Jason have intense chemistry from the begging. Her "falling" into him allows her to see that there is genuine and nice guys out there. However, Jason has a one track mind and meeting Gemma is a distraction and everything could spiral into a web neither one could have anticipated. One night and these two learn that love, loyalty and devotion is highly powerful even if sometimes making a bad choice could change the outcome.

4 STARS

Going Down by Lisa Shelby

I absolutely love Lisa Shelby and her writing style. This short novella was no exception. It was a second chance love story that took 12 years to address a deep rooted pain for both Reece and Rachel. I was so into their connection and then the Blackout occurred and everything vibrated throughout the remaining pages. This is one story I would love to be expanded to see the journey in the lives of The Crew. So incredibly adorable.


Hard Luck by K.A. Ware

OMFG!!! This novella was intense to say the least. It had suspense, struggles, underground fighting, Ex Convict, and wanna be Las Vegas mobsters. But when you get to the heart of this book, you get a deep sense of loyalty, trust and above all else, Love. Pure love. Blinding love. Protecting love. I enjoyed this novella immensely. It too a pice of me with it. Awesome love and second chance story, K.A. Ware.


Becoming His by K.I Lynn

Probably one of the most intriguing, intense and spontaneous love story in this Anthology so far. I adore all these authors, yet this book is one that I will for sure remember for a long time to come. Reid & Harper had such a magnetic pull towards each other. And regardless of the situation or impending complications, these two were destined to be together....Simply put. Out of this world...Cosmic..

Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart

So fricken adorable. A smokin goat? Really? Hey, it could happen. This story tells a tale of a lonely girl with no family left and her dreams crushed. She returns to Vegas broke and scared. Only she finds a family hidden behind quacky folks and wedding fantasies. Then she finds her dreams changed and she now has someone and something else that makes her happy!!! To Vegas & Grant!!!


5 STARS
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692 reviews34 followers
March 21, 2019
I read Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart!

Honeymoon Hideaway was a hoot! So darn hilarious and fun! I need a friend like Vegas in real life! This book was exceptionally written, and the storyline was superb!
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7,391 reviews67 followers
April 3, 2019
Blackout: A Romance Anthology is a wonderful treat for all booklovers.
It contains stories from 12 authors as Stephanie St. Klare Close Encounter
Christi Barth The Do-Over
Bethany Lopez Night and Day
TK Leigh Night Games
Terri E Lane Absolutely Mine
JH Croix Just Us
Lauren Runow Blind Faith
CA Harms Dirty Thoughts
Lisa Shelly Going Down
KA Ware Hard Luck
KI Lynn Becoming His
Cary Hart Honeymoon Hideaway
all stories are set in Las Vegas, can be read as standalones in every order. I really enjoyed reading this anthology. The stories are well written and beautifully thought out. I recommend the anthology and give beautiful 4,5 stars.
150 reviews
April 18, 2019
Loved it!! This Review is for, “Night Games” by T. K. Leigh

I first met Chloe in Evie & Julian’s book, “Dating Games.” She’s 5’2”, confident & is unapologetic about her “love-’em & leave-’em” sex life (she’s really a hoot!). She finds herself in Vegas for the ‘Bachelorette Party from Hell’ for her childhood best friend, Hannah. The party is being thrown by Hannah’s younger sister, who has decided to plan the worst, cliche-themed, this-can’t-be-happening bachelorette weekend possible. Chloe at least has her other childhood best friend, Izzy, with her to help make this nightmare more tolerable.

After Chloe gets a drink at the club they’re at, some drunk guy tries to proposition her as if she’s a prostitute!!! Totally offended & livid she lays into this idiot, who’s not quite getting the message to back off. In swoops,”Mystery Man” who comes to her aid by pretending to be with her & literally threatens the drunk to leave her alone. Chloe is happy for his help, but her pride won’t let her do so much as give this Mystery Guy a second thought (though her body had other ideas!

Through this never-ending weekend, she casually keeps running into Mystery Man, whether it be in the elevator of their hotel, a bar before the next God-Awful Bridesmaid event or finally checking out of Vegas & flying back to New York.

Just when she thinks she’s set to go home to her “normal” life & get away from Vegas & thoughts of Mystery Man, fate has other plans for Chloe. And as Izzy points out, there must be a reason she keeps running into this guy everywhere, right?

This is DEFINITELY a hook-you-in-and can’t-wait intro to what will be Chloe’s story. This book can’t come out fast enough for me!!!
2,818 reviews57 followers
April 4, 2019
Update on review posted below. You won't want to miss out on this wonderful anthology. Yes, I know this isn't out yet. Yes, I know it seems strange to post an anthology review with just reading one story. However, if the other stories are even half as fantastic as Close Encounters than you do not want to miss out on this anthology. It is only out for two weeks. That's right, just 14 days!!!!!

You will want to snap it up ASAP!!! One-Click the pre-order so you don't miss out. I was lucky enough to receive, without any conditions, a copy of Close Encounters by Stephanie St. Klaire. Her story is a spinoff from Brother's Keepers. But guess what it is a total standalone that will suck you into to the suspense and drama surrounding Cane O'Reilly and Charlie, the woman he is protecting.

She has been the obsession of Anson Deveraux since she escaped captivity. He will do anything to get her and I mean ANYTHING!!!! HOLY MOLY hold on to your hat. This is a wild ride. I will never look at Las Vegas the same. Even better this was sort of a prequel. There is more Cane and Charlie to come. I wonder if I go clean the author's home it will help get it released faster.

The book has been released!! Talk about a lot of bang for your buck!!! I have so many new authors to add to my "I am going to devour everything you write list". The stories all take place during a blackout in Las Vegas. Every one is unique. Every one was enjoyable. Thank you so much to eh authors for participating in this wonderful collection.
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Author 2 books133 followers
March 23, 2019
I well, this anthology was different and in such an amazing new way, so many different characters and stories but written by amazingly talented authors. From drama, to funny, it has them all. The book boyfriends are some you want to read and keep.
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2,364 reviews52 followers
March 26, 2019
I read Close Encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire.
This story was so much fun! It kind of had a Mission Impossible vibe—not the same storyline, but the action and the pace of the story. Cane was attempting to keep Charlie safe and hidden from the bad guy (the really, really bad guy!) who had kidnapped her before. Cane is super ripped and definitely has a thing for Charlie. Those feelings are returned, even if she is damaged and can’t quite respond to everything without fear.
The story takes place in Las Vegas and had a couple of characters (they were also “a couple”) that were conning the casinos and taking them for everything they could get. They also went at it like bunnies…like bunnies doing it everywhere and ALL the time. The couple becomes important to the story and important to keeping Charlie safe. It’s a conundrum, because Cane has had his full of them as Head of Security at the casino. When push comes to shove, will Mr. and Mrs. Lots of Aliases do the right thing?
Close Encounter was a superfast paced story with lots of excitement, suspense, moments of despair and equal moments of gratification. St. Klaire brings us out of the darkness and provides a satisfying ending to a book that kept me up late reading until the final period!
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991 reviews21 followers
March 30, 2019
Close Encounter by SSK is action packed, full of suspense, humor, and sexy times during a full on Blackout in Las Vegas. This is everything you want and expect from Stephanie. Cane is cousin of the Brother's Keepers and he is in charge of protecting Charlie from a serial killer determined to get the one who got away from him. Throw in con-artists Skye and Eddie, with a strong penchant for PDA who wind up wrapped up in this mess by helping Charlie out, and you've got a story you won't be able to put down. It ends in a cliffhanger, and I cannot wait for the continuation of this story in Stephanie's new spin-off series, as well as the other stories in this anthology.
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1,207 reviews98 followers
March 31, 2019
4 funny stars!! A smoking goat?!?! This book is too funny!

This is a cute and funny little love story. I enjoyed all the characters!! I especially enjoyed the ending of the book!! This book was short and to the point and very enjoyable. If you want a good laugh grab it now!!

**I received this book as a an ARC and in return gave my honest review**

~This Review is for Honeymoon Hideaway By Cary Hart
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2,866 reviews1,400 followers
April 6, 2019
As I finish the rest of this anthology I will update this review.

Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart
4 Stars / 3 Steam Fans
I really enjoyed this story. It started out with so many laughs, got a little heart, added some sexy tension, more laughs, and ended with so much sweetness. Vegas and Grant are is paired perfectly, they compliment each other perfectly.

This specific video review will be included in the April 2019 wrap-up.
972 reviews4 followers
March 21, 2019
This review is for a Stephanie St. Klaire's story Close Encounters. (Will update once I read the rest of the stories)

This story was all action from start to finish. Cain and Charlie are trying to stay alive. The story was so good and so twisty and so different, I couldn't put it down!

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339 reviews28 followers
April 3, 2019
Amazing Anthology!! A must read!

I absolutely loved every novella in this Anthology, but I have to say that Blind Faith by Lauren Runow was my favorite. I loved the chance meeting and instant attraction between Gemma & Jason.
Mrs. Runow just has a way of making her characters come to life. You could feel the sparks flying!

I also loved that each book revolved around a Blackout in Sin City. I guarantee that you'll enjoy every story!

4.5 Stars from Reviews By Reds
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1,289 reviews194 followers
March 29, 2019
Review for Going Down by Lisa Shelby

She’s the only person I’ve ever loved and I’m the last person she wants to see.
She’d hoped to avoid me as much as possible in Vegas, but when we get stuck alone in an elevator, not even she can deny that our chemistry still runs hot.

“It was always, only you.”

I don’t always give 5 Stars to novellas, but when I do, it’s because they are fucking awesome! Lisa Shelby has written a second chance romance that shines brighter than the lights on the Las Vegas Strip! Loved it! Snag this collection if for nothing else to read Going Down!

*Received ARC for honest review*
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5,013 reviews445 followers
April 3, 2019
Blackout: A Romance Anthology is full of delicious reads from 13 authors to make this one electrifying Anthology.

DIRTY THOUGHTS by C.A. Harms :
Hallie Randall and Levi Moretti were high schoolmates. She tutored him and secretly had a crush on him. They never got together in HS so fast forward 10 years later and they run into each other later in Las Vegas. She's there for a girls weekend while he's there for a bachelor party. Is this their moment? Can they finally get their time together and will it lead to HEA ?
This was such an emotionally satisfying read with great characters, witty banter, steamy moments and satisfying memories that leave the reader with such feels. Love Hallie and Levi!! C.A. Harms knows how to write 'em!!
My Rating: 4.7 stars ******



Night & Day by Bethany Lopez:
This is a steamy and sexy 2nd chance romance centered in a strip club in Las Vegas between Simone and Mitch. Can their one weekend affair which ended badly be revived and end up in an HEA ? This has steam, angst, drama and passion. Love the push/pull that occurs between the main characters. The ending was amazing!!! My Rating: 4.6 stars ******


Becoming His by K.I Lynn:
Reid & Harper had this intense and electric chemistry towards each other. Harper met Reid while there for a friend's wedding in Vegas and he's shooting a movie there. The novella moves fast and hot. I loved the connection and the heat. This was one of my favs out of this Anthology. This is a keeper!!! Don't pass this story by. My Rating: 4.8 stars ******



Night Games by T.K. Leigh:
Chloe goes to Vegas for a friend's wedding and ends up meeting a handsome stranger . Names not exchanged but passion sure heats up the sheets. Will their one night turn into something more ? Great quick novella with fantastic main characters. My Rating: 4.5 stars *****



Blind Faith by Lauren Runow:
Gemma heads to Vegas to celebrate the ending of a relationship that's over. It's while there that she meets the mysterious and sexy Jason. They have this instant connection. She wants to pursue the attraction while he keeps her at arms length. Will they or won't they? Great pace and steamy passion make this very enjoyable. My Rating: 4.5 stars ******



Close Encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire:
OMG!!! This was Amazing! Fast paced, full of action, suspense, drama, angst, twists, turns , sexy scenes and great plot scenes. Loved Charlie and Cane!! She's being stalked by a psychopath who wants her dead while he is set up to protect her from the killer and their relationship develops. I really want a full length book on them. I need more but the novella was fabulous to wheat my appetite. So good!! My Rating: 4.8 stars *****

There is also books in this Anthology from

Just Us by J.H. Croix - 4.5 Stars, Absolutely Mine by Terri E. Laine 4.5 Stars, The Do-Over by Christi Barth - 4 stars, Just Us by J.H. Croix - 4.5 Stars, Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart- 4.5 stars, Going Down by Lisa Shelby- 4.5 stars and
Hard Luck by K.A. Ware- 4.7 stars.

This is one Anthology that is a delicious treat that will treat you and your kindle right.
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1,348 reviews2 followers
April 1, 2019
Blackout

Close encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire

Charlie is being stalked by a killer and Canes’s job is to protect her. They’re both attracted but will they act on it? Can he protect her?

The Do-Over by Christi Barth

Chance is on a reality show trying to find him someone special. Anda is one of those ladies and she’s falling hard. After an amazing night together, Anda is gone. What happened? Will they see each other again?

Night and Day by Bethany Lopez

Simone fell hard for Micha while she was a dancer. Now she’s in charge and he wants to talk, will she give him a chance?

Night Games by T.K. Leigh

Chloe is made to go to Vegas for friend’s wedding. While out celebrating, she meets a very hot guy but never catches his name. Will she see him again will it go anywhere?

Absolutely Mine by Terri E. Laine

Jilly has had a crush on Eddie since they were kids. He’s best friends with her sister but what she doesn’t know is he likes her too. Jilly gets a little too drunk and Eddie takes her to her room. Will either make a move? If they do, how will it all work out?

Just Us by J.H. Croix

Ellie found out her boyfriend was cheating on her with a friend. She decides to still take the trip to Vegas. When her ex shows up with the girl he cheated with she’s rescued by Jacob. Will Jacob be fun or something more?

Blind Faith by Lauren Runow

Gemma goes to Vegas to celebrate their relationships being over. She meets the mysterious Jason at hotel. She’s attracted to him but he’s keeping her distance. Will she figure out mystery and will they ever get together?

Dirty Thoughts by C.M. Harms

Hallie is tutoring Levi but has a huge crush on Levi. He has a girlfriend though. When she goes to Las Vegas with girlfriends, she’s planning on letting herself have fun. What are chances that she’ll run into her crush? Will she finally give in?

Going Down by Lisa Shelby

Rachel and Reese were totally in love until Reese is forced to make a terrible decision. Now twelve years getting ready for their mutual friends to get married, they finally get a chance to talk. Will there be a second chance?

Becoming His by K.I. Lynn

Harper meets Reid when she’s there to get ready for her best friends wedding. Harper is shy but they hit it off quickly. Reid is there filming a movie but will there be sparks off the set also?

Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart

Vegas’s mom was a showgirl but as soon as she could, she left. She moved to New York to be an actress but when that didn’t work she came back. Now she’s in charge of a wedding chapel. When she meets her new boss Grant, she doesn’t know what to think. He’s cocky and arrogant but definitely attractive. What will happen between these two?

















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2,659 reviews51 followers
March 30, 2019
Don't miss it ... or you'll regret it

I really enjoyed reading this wonderful Anthology. I was introduced to some new authors and was given the opportunity to catch up with a couple of favourites. Each story takes place in Vegas and all were quick, easy and entertaining reads. My review will focus on DIRTY THOUGHTS by C.A. Harms and CLOSE ENCOUNTERS by Stephanie St. Klaire.

Dirty Thoughts
Hallie Randall and Levi Moretti were friends in college, she was his tutor and had a major crush on him. Neither have seen each other since and now, ten years later, both are about to receive an unexpected shock. A girl's weekend and a boy's bachelor party ... say no more. However, what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas. This story is full of hilarious moments, wonderful characters and some very steamy moments.

Close Encounters
This was another great read, with a few thrills and spills to keep the heart rate high. Cane O'Reilly is charged with keeping Charlotte "Charlie" Adams alive, safe and hidden from Anson Deveraux, the man who once held Charlie in captivity and a viscous serial killer. Cane has feelings for Charlie, but due to her past she has trouble expressing hers. He's also dealing with a couple who are excellent in conning all the casinos, but this couple are important in keeping Charlie safe. When will Deveraux make his appearance and what will he do? This story will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat.

Two thoroughly wonderful stories in an Anthology consisting of many more. Don't miss your chance to read this Anthology .... you won't regret it.

Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction

FIVE STARS
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70 reviews1 follower
April 2, 2019
Becoming His - KI Lynn

Welcome to Las Vegas. Harper, a girl from Ohio is in Vegas for her best friends wedding. They are having some bachelorette partying before the big day.
Harper is doing her best to be happy for friend and enjoy the pre wedding festivities because Harper is trying to heal her broken heart from a recent breakup.
But her luck is about to change.
Rushing into elevator she runs into the arms of the one and only Reid Gallagher- the famous very hot actor. He’s is shooting a new movie around the hotel. She realizes at that time she got on the wrong elevator but after conversing he enjoys her company and decides to take her to his penthouse for a tour and meet the crew.
He’s becomes very interested in her but she’s still nervous about pursuing anything. After the texting and talking on the phone and maybe a little stalking ( from him) they finally make plans for a date. But on their way to the lobby the elevator stops and they’re stuck. They eventually get out of the elevator and that’s a story in itself.
They realize Vegas is having a blackout and once back in his room give into their attraction and lust for each other 🔥🔥 But unfortunately there’s fantasy and reality and dating one of the hottest Hollywood actors isn’t easy.
This story is one of the many in the Blackout - a Romance Anthology.
Once again KI Lynn does not disappoint in her story telling. There’s Romance, Hot Sex, Hurt & Healing. You’ll love reading about Harper & Reid’s romance that began in a Blackout.

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1,442 reviews13 followers
March 22, 2019
These books all take place in Vegas & there is an electrical blackout during the story.

Close Encounters - Stephanie St. Klaire - Ms. St. Klaire has become a master at sexy romantic suspense stories. Some of her characters are members of a high class security team called Brothers Keepers. They protect people from the worst dangers & do it successfully. Cane is a member of that team. He’s protecting the only surviving victim of a gruesome serial killer. This story kept me on the edge of my seat. You knew the bad guy was going to show up but not when or how. The addition of a couple running a con added a lightness to the plot. It was witty. It was sexy. It was terrifying!! I really can’t wait until she releases her next book!

Honeymoon Hideaway - Cary Hart - if you’ve never read anything by Ms. Hart, this is an excellent introduction. The characters in Ms. Hart’s story are just that - characters!! They are funny, sassy, loud, rude & totally adorable. The main character is named Vegas Manilow!! Aunt Dottie has always been there for Vegas as she was growing up. I picture her as an elderly, slightly nuts woman with lots of sass! You won’t believe Burt! He’s hilarious! If the rest of the stories are like this one, this is a great collection!
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108 reviews3 followers
April 18, 2019
Close Encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire:

This one starts and ends with a BANG! You will not see what is coming even before the town goes dark. Stephanie sucks you in and keeps you guessing. This is the first book that starts the Anthology off and it will keep you reading. It may be short, but you will be hooked on the characters from the start. Don’t miss one. After it’s over you can check out her other books that relate to Close Encounter, her Brothers Keeper Series. Grab them and start emerging yourself now!

The Do-Over by Christi Barth:
I think we can all say there are times we wish we could hit the do-over button. In this story our couple gets that chance. They are connected, in love, and think they will be together forever, until…

Ya, not telling that part, but I will say they are in for a lot of surprises and some are really great, and others will make you want to cry. Christi takes us on a different path of surviving a blackout that is honest, sexy and sweet. Read Do-Over and fall in love with the revelations that are brought about.

Blind Faith by Lauren Runow:

Blackout + Electric door locks = OH CRAP! Lol something you never really think about until it’s too late is how much electricity plays in your day to day. This book shows a lot of things one being the door key cards at hotels. Our poor heroine in a moment of curiosity pops out of her room and gets locked out. As if this wasn’t bad enough, she’s only in her robe and the hot guy she wants has to help her. I know what you’re thinking aww poor her, HA, nope I was thinking sweet! This is gona get good. Ya I am odd, but it does get even better. But to find out more you will need to read it yourself> I hate giving spoilers away, but I will say Lauren did a fantastic job making you truly feel the night and quiet of a blackout.

Night & Day by Bethany Lopez:

Misunderstanding, darkness, emotions, all of these can trigger a fight or flight response. In this story we find a strong-willed female lead who once let the walls down only to be hurt. The man in question has his reasons but can he get the her to stand still long enough to hear him out? Micah’s methods may not be the best, but he is determined to talk to Simone and get her to understand. This is a sexy book that will demand things from the characters that they may not be able to do. You will love seeing what happens in the pages of this one!
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11.7k reviews188 followers
April 2, 2019
Blackout: A Romance Anthology is an amazing read filled with 13 different stories that I loved! Some of them featured favorite authors of mine, while others were new to me authors. All the stories surrounded a huge blackout in Vegas, but it was different groups of people in different areas of Vegas, each with their own spin on it. Some were second chances at love, while some were super hot games that led to more, but I can promise that they all packed heat with sexy times that provided light in the darkness. And even though all the stories were novella length, I still fell in love with all the characters, and the colorful cast of secondaries. There were twists, hilarious moments that had me laughing, even drama, and at the end of the day, can the most cynical find their happily ever after in Sin City? You'll have to get it to find out! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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4,852 reviews100 followers
April 2, 2019
I read 3 novellas and I adored them... Vegas is sin city and when a blackout happens, well there couldn't be a more perfect timing for seduction!

Becoming his by K.I. Lynn
I love how sweet and quirky the story and the characters were. A chance encounter, a slow seduction and.... it made me very happy ;) hoping for more!


Night and day by bethany Lopez
coworkers that get frisky..either the perfect relationship or the worst nightmare..
well I adored the characters and how the story evolved!


night games by TK Leigh
very exciting and all consuming!!! fate intervenes with these two strangers...so freaking hot!!!


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1,126 reviews
March 26, 2019
Close Encounter by Stephanie St. Klaire
Close Encounter is full of suspense. Cane, of Brother’s Keeper Security, is in charge of protecting Charlie, the only surviving victim from a serial killer. He is also dealing with the antics of a PDA couple in his casino who are petty thieves (they are hilarious). A good read which ends in a cliffhanger which will continue in St. Klaire's new series The Keeper Series coming later this year. Has suspense, steamy romance, interesting characters, and good plot.
Honeymoon Hideaway by Cary Hart:
“..be the ring in a world full of gumballs.”
Well written with interesting, zany characters including a smokin’ goat. This is a laugh out loud fun read. Opposites attract story written in dual POV. Vegas is organized, full of lists type of gal, and Grant is the fly-by-the-seat-of-his-pants type of guy. Their mutual chemistry explodes when the city goes to a blackout. First book I’ve read by Cary Hart and won't be the last!
358 reviews15 followers
April 17, 2019
I read Close Encounters by Stephanie St. Klaire and this story drew me in from page one. A spin off of her Brother’s Keeper series, there was suspense and fun characters for me to root for. I loved how characters that seemed to be side characters actually became as (and possibly more) important as the ones I had labeled the main characters when the story started. I enjoy the way Stephanie St. Klaire writes character interactions, giving each character a unique voice. This was a quick story that had a satisfying conclusion, but there are enough loose threads to lead me to believe I haven’t seen the last of these characters.
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3,617 reviews36 followers
March 23, 2019
I read Night & Day by Bethany Lopez

I was excited when I heard we were getting a novella that featured Simone. She unintentionally caused issues for one of my favorite couples - Cal and Shelly from 8 Weeks, but we got the other side of that story in 1 Night. Simone lets no one in. She has learned to be a survivor. One weekend changed all of that when she decided to open her heart to love only to be laughed at. Can she take the chance of opening her heart again? loved this quick read and my heart soared with the bonus epilogue.
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1,097 reviews4 followers
March 20, 2019
I read Cary Hart's story. Aunt Dottie was a hoot , she will remind you of one of your own family members . Burt 's character will have you laughing and smiling at the same time. Grant , you couldn't help falling in love with him . Vegas was a sweet lady who has some serious OCD with pen & paper. Light humored novel with some unique side character's.
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1,296 reviews10 followers
March 23, 2019
Stephanie St Klaire’s Close Encounters was amazing! A quick read, but it sure does pack a punch. Full of excitement, danger, and plenty of heat, I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to see what happens next for Cane and Charlie.
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653 reviews1 follower
March 23, 2019
if you need to laugh then grab this book ! It is funny with the Aunt Dottie and her smoking Goat I loved it This book tells you how they try to figure out how to fix something that goes wrong and what happens in a blackout
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