This was pretty good. Very fast reading with all the separate stories in bite sized chunks. I read it because I knew of Lora Leigh and Lori Foster's work. But I actually liked the story by Cheyenne McCray the best. I might have to check out this Lexi Steele series. ( )

It's been a while since I've read something that is strictly in the romance genre and this was pretty - meh. Read all but Cheyenne's story. Couldn't get into that storyline. ( )

I liked first three of these very steamy stories ... overall rating 3.5* 1) Bad boy bar owner Ethan spies neighbor Sarah pleasuring herself out back. 2) Gym owner Bram follows widow Lucy to her vacation cottage. 3) Secret agent Zane falls fast for Willow. 4) Claire's done Linc wrong 10 yrs ago & now wants his help ... story mostly thoughts.
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Cooper’s Fall by Lora Leigh
Former ranger turned bar owner Ethan Cooper never expected to get an eyeful of prim Miss Sarah Fox from his attic window one hot summer afternoon. But now his blood is on fire for the delicious little minx.

OK story. Didn't really seem to be much of a plot, just lots of bedroom action.

Luring Lucy by Lori Foster
All Lucy was looking for when she went to her vacation home was in innocent fling to quell the yearning she had felt since her husband died four years ago. She never expected her longtime friend Bram to lure her into a love affair so hot.

I liked this one a little better. Lucy is ready to move on after her cheating husband's death and is looking for a short fling. Family friend Bram has been in love with her all along and is determined she won't be "flinging" with anyone but him.

The Edge of Sin by Cheyenne McCray
Zane Steele lives a life of extraordinary danger as a government agent and has never let anyone get too close. Then he sees the one woman who changes his life forever.

Zane has avoided any kind of relationships because of the dangers of his job. When he meets Willow that starts to change right away. He can't get her off his mind. I really liked her attitude that she's quite capable of making up her mind who to be with and how to protect herself from danger. I really loved the basketball game with Zane's brothers and sister.

Wanted: A Real Man by Heidi Betts
Claire left her high school sweetheart Linc, in search of a better life. Ten years later she needs his help as a U.S. Marshal to find her missing daughter…Linc's daughter. Reeling with the knowledge of a daughter he’s never known, Linc sets out to claim what’s his.

This one seemed to have the most plot to the story rather than just an excuse to get the characters into bed. Claire's ex-husband has taken her daughter threatening to arrange to get sole custody even though he isn't her biological father. Claire goes to Linc, who is the father though he doesn't know it, for help finding her. Though justifiably angry he immediately enlists fellow marshals to help. Spending time with Claire makes him realize he's never forgotten her. I liked the fact that they actually did some talking to resolve their pasts. ( )

Authors: Lora Leigh, Lori Foster, Cheyenne McCray, Heidi Betts
Anthology
ISBN-13: 978-0312387792
Genre: Contemporary Erotic Romance

5 Hearts

Four of today's hottest authors have gotten together to bring one outstanding erotic romance book about sexy men and even sexier love scenes. For those who haven't taken the plunge into erotic romance here is the chance to check out four short stories from some of the genre's hottest stars. All four authors are successful in the genre in their own right. Bringing them together was a publishers brainstorm.

All over the internet last week, fans were chatting up this upcoming release waiting to get their greedy little hands on it. They won't be disappointed when they finally do.

I think all the stories were great, but if I had to pick my favs they would be Lora's Cooper's Fall and Cheyenne's The Edge of Sin.

The sex scenes in Cooper's Fall were more than steamy hot and Cooper fits with Lora's usual strong alpha hero. The story line involved just the right amount of intrigue to make it more than just a sex story.

Cheyenne's The Edge of Sin was one of her best. You can just feel the connection between Zane and Willow. The heroine, Willow's character, was written so beautifully. She jumped off the page and came to life as strong, bold and sassy and is the perfect match to Zane's hard edged handsome alpha character.

The other two stories were written just as well with strong beautiful leading ladies and sexy alpha heros.

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Luring Lucy by Lori Foster
All Lucy was looking for when she went to her vacation home was in innocent fling to quell the yearning she had felt since her husband died four years ago. She never expected her longtime friend Bram to lure her into a love affair so hot.

Cooper’s Fall by Lora Leigh
Former ranger turned bar owner Ethan Cooper never expected to get an eyeful of prim Miss Sarah Fox from his attic window one hot summer afternoon. But now his blood is on fire for the delicious little minx.

The Edge of Sin by Cheyenne McCray
Zane Steele lives a life of extraordinary danger as a government agent and has never let anyone get too close. Then he sees the one woman who changes his life forever.

Wanted: A Real Man by Heidi Betts
Claire left her high school sweetheart Linc, in search of a better life. Ten years later she needs his help as a U.S. Marshal to find her missing daughter…Linc's daughter. Reeling with the knowledge of a daughter he’s never known, Linc sets out to claim what’s his. ( )