Blog Tour: Unveiled (One Night #3) by Jodi Ellen Malpas

Unveiled 

(One Night #3) 

by 

Jodi Ellen Malpas 

Pub Feb 9th 2014 

by Forever (Grand Central Publishing)  

Summary

They made their choice. And now Livy and Miller must fight for a life without secrets—and a passion without end . . .

Livy has never known pure desire like this. The gorgeous and mysterious Miller Hart captivates her, seduces her, and worships her in deliciously sinful ways. He knows her innermost thoughts, drawing her ever deeper into his dangerous world.

Miller will do anything to keep Livy safe, even if it means risking his own life – something he is more than prepared to do. But his dark history isn’t the only thing that threatens their future together. As the truth of Livy’s family legacy unravels, an unsettling parallel between past and present comes to light. Her world spinning out of control, Livy finds herself caught between the rapture of an all-consuming love—and a deadly obsession that could destroy them both . . .

Excerpt of One Night Unveiled

There are no interferers here in New York – no one to try to take away his most prized possession. I’m his most prized possession. And it’s a title I’m thrilled to have. It’s also a burden I’m willing to shoulder. Because I know that the sanctuary we’ve created here is only temporary. Facing that dark world is a battle hovering on the horizon of our current almost perfect existence. And I hate myself for doubting the strength within me to see us through it – the strength Miller is so confident I have.

A mild stirring beside me pulls me back into the lavish suite we’ve called home since we arrived in New York, and I smile when I see him nuzzle into his pillow on a cute murmur. His dark waves are a mussed mess upon his lovely head and his jaw shadowed by coarse stubble. He sighs and pats around half asleep until his palm feels its way up to my head and his fingers locate my wild locks. My smile widens as I lie still and let my gaze linger on his face, feeling his fingers combing through my hair as he settles again. This has become another habit of my perfect part-time gentleman. He’ll twiddle with my hair for hours, even in his sleep. I’ve woken with knots on a few occasions, sometimes with Miller’s fingers still caught up in the strands, but I never complain. I need the contact – any contact – from him. My eyelids slowly close, soothed by his touch. But all too soon, my peace is bombarded by unwelcome visions – including the haunting sight of Gracie Taylor. I snap my eyes open and bolt upright in bed, wincing when my head gets yanked back and my hair pulled. ‘Shit!’ I hiss, reaching up to begin the meticulous task of unravelling Miller’s fingers from my hair. He grumbles a few times but doesn’t wake, and I rest his hand on the pillow before pulling myself softly to the edge of the bed. Glancing over my naked shoulder, I see Miller lost in a deep sleep and silently hope his dreams are serene and blissful. Unlike mine. Letting my feet find the plush carpet, I push myself up, having a little stretch and a sigh. I remain standing beside the bed, staring blankly out the huge window. Could I really have seen my mother for the first time in eighteen years? Or was it just a hallucination brought on by stress?

‘Tell me what’s troubling that beautiful mind of yours.’ His sleepy rasp interrupts my thoughts and I turn to find him lying on his side, praying hands resting under his cheek. I force a smile, one I know won’t convince him, and let Miller and all of his perfection distract me from my inner turmoil.

‘Just daydreaming,’ I say quietly, ignoring his doubtful expression. I’ve mentally tortured myself since we boarded that plane, replayed that moment over and over, and my quiet pensiveness has been silently noted by Miller. Not that he’s pressed me on it, leaving me certain that he thinks I’m reflecting on the trauma that has landed us in New York. He would be partly right. Many events, revelations, and visions have plagued my mind since arriving here, making me resentful that I can’t fully appreciate Miller and his devotion to worshipping me.

‘Come here,’ he whispers, remaining still with no gesture or encouragement, only his quiet, commanding words.

‘I was going to make coffee.’ I’m a fool to think I can avoid his questions or concern for much longer.

‘I’ve asked once.’ He pushes himself to his elbow and cocks his head. His lips are pressed into a straight line, and his crystal blue eyes are burning through me. ‘Don’t make me repeat myself.’

I shake my head mildly on a sigh and slip back between the sheets, crawling into his chest while he remains still and allows me to find my place.

Once I’m settled, his arms encircle me and his nose goes straight to my hair. ‘Better?’

I nod into his chest and stare across the planes of his muscles while he feels me everywhere and takes deep breaths. I know he’s desperate to comfort and reassure me. But he hasn’t. He’s allowed me my quiet time and I know it’s been incredibly difficult for him. I’m overthinking. I know it, and Miller knows it, too.

He pulls out of the warmth of my hair and spends a few moments arranging it just so. Then he focuses worried blues on mine. ‘Never stop loving me, Olivia Taylor.’

‘Never,’ I affirm, guilt settling deep. I want to reassure him that my love for him shouldn’t be of any concern – none at all. ‘Don’t overthink.’ I reach up and drag my thumb across his full bottom lip and watch as he blinks lazily and shifts his hand to clutch mine at his mouth.

He flattens my palm and kisses the centre. ‘It’s a two-way street, gorgeous girl. I can’t see you sad.’

‘I have you. I couldn’t possibly be sad.’

He gives me a mild smile and leans forward to plant a delicate kiss on the end of my nose. ‘I beg to differ.’

‘You can beg all you like, Miller Hart.’ I’m quickly seized and pulled onto his front, his thighs spreading so I’m cradled between them. He clenches my cheeks in his palms and reaches forward with his lips, leaving them millimetres away from mine with hot air spreading across my skin. My body’s reaction isn’t something I can help. And I don’t want to.

‘Let me taste you,’ he murmurs, searching my eyes.

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What are your top 5 writing Must Haves? 

Tea

Glasses

My pink/blue pen

Dim lighting at Duke, my desk

My journal

About The Author

 #1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in the Midlands town of Northhapton, UK, where she still lives with her family. Working for the family construction business fulltime and with the prospect of taking it over once her father retired, she tried to ignore the lingering idea of writing a novel until it became impossible. She finally found the time and courage to release her creative streak and in October 2012 self-published This Man as an e-book. Since then, Forever has released the This Man Trilogy in both trade paperback and ebook formats. For more information please visit Jodi online: 

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Blog Tour :Denied (One Night, #2) by Jodi Ellen Malpas

Denied 

(One Night #2) 

by 

Jodi Ellen Malpas 

Pub Nov 11th 2014 

by Forever (Grand Central Publishing) 

ARC for Review 

Summary
The passion that burned between Livy and Miller in One Night: Promised may end up destroying them both in this new novel of overwhelming desire and shocking discoveries...

He's amazingly wealthy, sinfully gorgeous, and can bring her to heights of pleasure she's never before known. For Livy, there's no turning back. She's determined to be the light in Miller Hart's dark world. Yet this new life comes with a steep price...

Miller knows that the power he possesses hasn't come without sacrifices-but he won't let Livy be one of them. Though he wants nothing more than to have her in every way, his first duty is to protect her at all costs...from his sins, his enemies, and especially himself.

But as their insatiable affair intensifies, the two attract the attention of an obsessive-and dangerous-third party. Discovering new revelations about Miller that rock her to the core, Livy will have to decide whether he's ruined beyond repair. And he must face his fear that in order to save her, he may have to lose her after all...
  

Fighting Through The Darkness

I'm in love, love, love, with these two!! That ending was pretty killer again but I must admit that I was waiting for that bomb to drop. I'm super secretly not so secretly hoping that all these wonderful characters find a way towards happiness. I've been waiting for this installment to come out all of my life and once I opened the pages and was yet again immersed in this wonderful world I could not put it down. Ms Malpas writing is magnetic this is one that will keep you up through the night fighting off sleep. Bravo Bravo if you haven't guessed already I'll just be here dying until I can get my hands on the next installment!! 

O-bscured, Livy doesn’t know what her future will be but the pain that resides in her heart makes everything dark. 

N-eglect, as much as Livy would like to just give up eating Nan will ensure she stays nourished. 

E-ntangle, William has made a reappearance. Nothing will stand in his way of protecting Livy.  

N-egotiate, unable to change Livy’s mind will prompt William to take a different course of action. 

I-ndecent, Miller’s life has been difficult his idiosyncrasies all stem from a troubled past. His life is dark but Livy provides him a sense of light.

G-ames, Livy despises her mother and the abandonment met at her hands but when life presents Livy with a challenge she realizes she is more like her than she thought. 

H-eartache, Gregory has always been there for Livy during a moment of despair these two commence something that would do more harm than good.  

T-rust, Gregory cannot stand to watch Livy walk down this dark path so he will do what it takes risking their friendship in order to see her being hurt. 

D-reams, Miller cannot admit with words how he feels for Livy but she is everything to him and he will fight for their love. 

E-nsnared, trapped beyond measure Miller seeks to escape his confines but reality keeps pushing him down.

N-aive, giving up her determination Livy decides to further hurt Miller but being one step ahead of her provides them with the strength to continue to fight.  

I-ndecision, meeting with a part of Miller’s dark life confuses and shocks Livy but the power of her love for him will not allow her to backdown. She will play whatever role necessary to ensure their safety. 

E-nigmatic, William has always been on Livy’s side all he wants is her safety and happiness the pain of his past is ever present. All of the cards are in place now is the time for action.

D-elusion, Livy never thought her pursuit would come to fruition but the shock of what is right in front of her will root her to the spot. 

Egads!! Yep let me tell you that ending sure as heck was shocking. I once again find myself yearning for the next and final installment. Ms. Malpas is an excellent author who has sky rocketed to my favorites! Though flawed there is something extremely special about her characters. I could not help but fall in love with all of them especially Nan that spitfire lights up the pages and the banter was delightful. Could not get enough this series has been full of secrets and darkness but also the hope of light overcoming darkness. I can’t wait to see where Ms. Malpas is going to take us from here! Do I recommend this? ABso-FLIPPIN-LuteLY!!! Get ready for a steamy yet excellent read with this one!

My Fav’s

Livy & Miller

I don’t know how these two are going to do it but their love is pure and strong I am rooting for them through and through. Even though their lives have been different they are both broken but together they become whole. Their current situation isn’t the best but the way they fight for each other is inspiring! 

My Wish

The ultimate reunion of course!!

My Rating

4.5 Two weeks, William, Promise, Text, Phone, Dinner, Darkness, Gracie, Nan, Forbidden Kiss, Champagne, Punishment, Journal Details, Sophia, Cassie, Elevator, New York, Sapphire Eyes, A love that is willing to face all odds when the world is trying to destroy the light it creates filled stars! Eeeeeep This. Was. Sooooooo. Good!!!!!!!

Excerpt

I know I look out of place as I stand near the gym entrance, clearly hesitant, and looking a little overwhelmed. All the machines look like spaceships, hundreds of buttons or levers on each one, and I haven’t the first idea how to operate them. My one-hour induction last week did a great job of distracting me, but the information and instructions fell straight from my memory the second I left the exclusive fitness center. I scan the area, fiddling with my ring, seeing masses of men and women pounding the treadmills, going hell for leather on the bikes and pumping weights on huge lifting devices. They all look like they know exactly what they’re doing. 

In an attempt to blend in, I make my way over to the water machine and gulp down a cup of ice water. I’m wasting time being hesitant when I could be releasing some stress and anger. I spot a punching bag hanging in the far corner with no one within ten meters of it, so I decide to give it a try. There are no buttons or levers on that. 

I help myself to the boxing gloves hanging on the wall nearby. After securing the Velcro, I give the bag a little poke. I’m surprised at how heavy it is. I inject some power into my weak arm and throw some effort into my next hit. I grunt too, and the bag shifts significantly this time, moving away from me and seeming to pause in midair before it’s on its way back toward me. Fast. I panic and quickly pull back my fist, then extend my arm to prevent being knocked to the ground. Shockwaves fly up my arm when my glove connects with the bag, but it’s moving away from me again. I smile and spread my legs a little, bracing myself for its return, then smack it hard again, sending it sailing away from me.             

My arm is aching already and I suddenly realize I have two gloved hands so I pummel it with my left this time, smiling wider, the impact of the bag on my fists feeling good. I’m breaking out in a sweat, my feet are beginning to shift and my arms getting into a rhythm. My shouts of satisfaction spur me on and the bag morphs into more than a bag. I’m beating the shit out of it and loving every moment. 

I don’t know how long I’m there, but when I finally let up and take a moment to think, I’m drenched, my knuckles are sore and my breathing erratic. I catch the bag and let it settle, then take a cautious glance around the gym. No one is staring. I’ve gone totally unnoticed, everyone focused on their own workout. I smile to myself and collect a cup of water and a towel from the nearby shelf, wiping my brow as I make my way from the huge room. For the first time in weeks, I feel prepared to take the day on. 

I head toward the changing rooms, feeling like a lifetime of stress and woes have just been knocked out of me. The urge to go back in and pound for another hour is hard to resist, but I’m already at risk of being late for work so I push on, thinking this could get addictive. I’ll be back tomorrow morning, maybe even after work today, and I’ll thrash that bag until there are no more traces of Miller Hart and the pain he’s caused me.

I pass door after door, all with glass panes, and peek into each class that’s in session—yoga, spinning, kickboxing. I might try one or two. Or I could give them all a go.

As I’m passing the final door before the women’s changing rooms, something catches my eye. It’s a punching bag swinging from the ceiling hook, but no one’s in sight. I step closer to the door, then gasp and jump back as someone comes into view, bare chested and barefoot. I feel dizzy.

He has those shorts on, the ones he wore when he was trying to make me comfortable. I’m shaking, but my shock doesn’t stop me from peering back through the glass, just to check I wasn’t hallucinating. I wasn’t. He’s here, his ripped physique mesmerizing.  He looks violent as he attacks the hanging bag like it’s a threat to his life, punishing it with powerful punches and even more powerful kicks. His body weaves and dodges the bag when it comes back at him. He looks like a pro. He looks like a fighter. 

I’m frozen on the spot as I watch Miller move around the hanging bag with ease, his fists wrapped in some kind of bandages, his limbs delivering controlled, punishing blows time and time again. Who does he see before him? 

My mind spins, questions mounting, as I quietly observe the refined, well-mannered, part-time gentleman become a man possessed, that temper he has warned me about clear and present. But then I retreat a pace when he suddenly grabs the bag with both hands and rests his forehead on the leather, his body falling into the now subtle sway of the punching bag. His back is dripping and heaving, and I see his solid shoulders rise suddenly. Then he begins to turn toward the door. It happens in slow motion. I’m rooted in place as his chest, slicked with a sheen of sweat, comes into view and my eyes slowly crawl up his torso until I see his side profile. He knows he’s being watched.

 

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What are your top 5 writing essentials for creating M & Livy's sexy and gripping world that is the One Night series?

Oohhh! Well, it kind of applies for ALL of my stories...

As always, detail. Writing enough to haul my reader into the pages and help them live the story through my words.

Music. It's no secret that I love including music in my stories. Each track is carefully chosen to reflect the mood in the scene it's accompanying.

Intensity. Whether in passion, anger or devastation. I aim to amplify it all.

Angst. I want my readers hearts pounding in their chest, want them to be scared to turn the next page, but unable to stop themselves from doing it.

A bit of humour. Because I don't want to ruin my followers completely :-)

About The Author

 #1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in the Midlands town of Northhapton, UK, where she still lives with her family. Working for the family construction business fulltime and with the prospect of taking it over once her father retired, she tried to ignore the lingering idea of writing a novel until it became impossible. She finally found the time and courage to release her creative streak and in October 2012 self-published This Man as an e-book. Since then, Forever has released the This Man Trilogy in both trade paperback and ebook formats. For more information please visit Jodi online: 

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Spotlight: Promised (One Night #1) by Jodi Ellen Malpas

Promised 

(One Night #1) 

by 

Jodi Ellen Malpas 

Pub July 17th 2014 

by Forever (Grand Central Publishing) 

ARC for Review 

Summary
Livy notices him the moment he walks into the coffee shop. He's heart-stoppingly stunning, with a blue-eyed gaze so piercing she's almost too distracted to take his order. When he walks out the door, she thinks she'll never see him again. Then she finds the note he left on his napkin . . . signed M.

All he wants is one night to worship her. No feelings, no commitment, nothing but pleasure. Every defense mechanism Livy has adopted during her solitary life is at risk of being obliterated by this confounding man. He's obnoxious but well-mannered. He's a gentleman but aloof. He's passionate but emotionless. Yet the fascination is so powerful, Livy can't deny him... or herself.

M awakens something in Livy, something deep and addictive that she never knew existed -- and that she fears only he can satisfy. But she senses that behind the fast cars, fancy suits, and posh apartment, he's aching inside. To have him, body and soul, she'll have to brave his dark secrets. Delving into his world and breaking down his defenses become her obsession - an obsession that could shatter her heart beyond repair..

One Heart One Man Two Personas

I can’t take it I just can’t take it! My heart is in my stomach. It literally dropped, as in flat out… hitting the bottom of my body. The ending was crippling, like chewed you up spit you out heart shattering. Unfortunately I have not had the pleasure of reading Ms. Malpas’ other books and I am totally regretting it. Talk about talent, I was unable to put this one down. By the end I was completely knocked on my face.


To say that I will be following this series closely would be a crude understatement. I will be pacing and pacing and losing sleep until I get my hands on the next. 

#NerdGirlProblems

Get ready for a heady dose of sexy, drama, and shocking revelations.

O-bligation, William has always taken special care regardless of pleading sapphire eyes he is a fair business man that will not allow his rules to be broken.
N-umbing, Livy has dealt with so much pain never understanding the why. Afraid to become the thing she despises most Livy stops living and hides away a part of herself.
E-ntertain, being asked out is a bit of a regular occurrence in Livy’s life she has not been fazed until her world is shaken by steely blue eyes.


N-ightmare, having the face of an angel but the personality of an ogre leaves Livy shaken and completely miffed at the situation.
I-ntrigue, M has never seen something quite so perfect as Livy. He doesn’t want to tarnish her but he cannot stay away, vowing to make her feel things she never has before M will make it his mission to get her where he wants her.
G-ames, Livy cannot and will not fall into the darkness of her past if that means ignoring a very attractive man that makes her feel alive then that’s what she will do.
H-elpless, the connection M and Livy share is too much finding herself in his web is going to crush her but at least she will have the sweetest memories to calm the despair.
T-ruths, avoiding the inevitable could only last for so long. M has allowed Livy to overcome his barriers, but the fact remains he doesn’t know how to do this.


P-ersistence, hurt after hurt Livy pushes away from M but he knows the passion they share is not something that can be so readily discarded.
R-omance, Livy finds herself running into M at every turn. Sharing a part of her past only to be dismissed has broken away a part of Livy’s heart. She must try harder to stay away from falling deeper under his spell.
O-pportunity, finding Livy in a difficult situation was hard for M knowing he must protect her he quickly handles the situation and ensures her wellbeing.
M-elting, through time spent together and secrets shared M and Livy decide to give into feelings much stronger than their previous arrangement allotted.
I-ntrusive, still knowing so little about the man Livy has given her heart to she is about to do something that she can never change. The truth that is unleashed will become another great nightmare in her already fragile life.
S-ecrets, not knowing how to react all Livy can do is run but stewing in the pain will force her hand to do something completely unimaginable.
E-scape, bating M was a bad idea Livy was fully aware of this but what happens isn’t something she could have ever prepared herself for. The pain, agony, and desperation is unlike anything imaginable. Torn to shreds she must remove herself from the situation.
D-arkness, the vileness Livy has just experienced is only part of her agony, in a complete spectacle she will come face to face with her past.

Oh yea its seriously that bad! 

Talk about a whirlwind yall seriously. Livy and M’s attraction is instant but I enjoyed watching them tear down each other’s walls. These two have had to fight to be together, the most painful part of it is that they’ve had to fight each other. Once all the cards are on the table the revelations will blow you out of the water. The shock was epically out of left field I did not see that coming. If you couldn’t tell there is a major cliffhanger ending that will stop your heart. Am I mad not.at.all. Yes the ending was hard but the book was soo worth it. I wouldn’t have it any other way, now all there is to do is sit patiently until the next.

My Wish

William…That’s all I can reveal at the moment.

My Rating

4.5 Seventeen, Seven Years, Gin, Sapphire, Journal, Nan, Coffee, Americano, Event, Red Nails, Polished, 24 Hours, 8 hours, 16 hours, 4 hours, Sweet Girl, Baby Girl, Sassy Lady, One Thousand, Red Dress, Notorious Hart, Welts, Elevator, William, Heart crushing stars! I loved this book and I know you will too so get yours NOW!!!

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About The Author

 #1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in the Midlands town of Northhapton, UK, where she still lives with her family. Working for the family construction business fulltime and with the prospect of taking it over once her father retired, she tried to ignore the lingering idea of writing a novel until it became impossible. She finally found the time and courage to release her creative streak and in October 2012 self-published This Man as an e-book. Since then, Forever has released the This Man Trilogy in both trade paperback and ebook formats. For more information please visit Jodi online:

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