Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Stronger by Misy Provencher

Two men are vying for a place in Lydia Strong's life. Desmond has solid ties from her distant past, while Aiden is only concerned about being her future. But right now, party-girl Lydia has lost herself in a shot glass and dozens of one night stands. Barely functioning as an alcoholic and sexual addict, she's forgotten her own worth and is plummeting toward the rock bottom of her life.

While Des and Aiden compete to create her future, Lydia realizes she's got to be stronger than she's ever been, to fight her addictions and choose the life that she wants now. She must find herself again, before the wrong man walks away.

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I fell in love with Misty Provencher when I read her YA Cornerstone Series. I usually tend to be obsessed over an author once I find their writing style to capture and hold my attention, Misty is one of these authors. Though I love a good paranormal book, I love reading about issues that people face on a daily basis, especially topics that some might think are controversial. Misty tackles a few of these topics in Stronger and she does it with beautiful grace, that no one can ignore the messages behind the words.

Lydia Strong married young and when her husband Desmond decides he wants a better life, he meets another woman. So to block all that out she drinks and brings home a different guy every night. Until Aiden moves into her apartment building. He notices her and she feels things for him that she hasn't felt since she met Desmond. Aiden notices her addictions, he was there once, and he wants to help her.  The thing is you cant help someone unless they want the help. So that leaves the question... does Lydia want the help?  What happens when Desmond  finds out about Aiden? Can Lydia survive the present to have a future with Aiden?

I was in complete Devour mode as soon as I started this book and stayed awake until it was finished. Misty has a way of capturing my attention, breaking my heart, and fixing it all over again by letting me be apart of an epic love story. If you haven't read this book, you need to drop what you are doing and grab it now. You won't be the same after you've read it and you definitely won't be disappointed. Stronger by Misty Provencher surprised me in so many good ways! I loved her cornerstone series so I was hoping for great things from this book and I wasn't disappointed. This book is filled with such dark, strong emotions I couldn't stop. Lydia's life isn't what she thought it would be. She's married to her high school love, but he's also married to another woman. She's addicted to drinking and drugs and sex. I think her salvation comes in the form of her neighbor, Aidan, who has been through those demons. You ask why is she married to an asshole? You'll have to read to find out. Aidan.... Wow more of him!! He shows Lydia the life she can have. As a stronger person. Meeting her friends in AA and having so many people in her life she didn't think she'd have. She comes out on top!! Take this trip with her and Misty! I want more!!

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Once a high school drop out and runaway, Misty Provencher became a college grad, and is now a full-time novelist with a close knit family. She doesn't do labels well. While she can ride a motorcycle, knows how to Karate chop, and has learned enough French, Spanish, and Sign Language to get herself slapped, Misty's life is the ruse she uses to connect with people. She is totally enchanted with them and spends her days trying to translate the soul bouquet of her muses into words.
Misty Provencher lives in Michigan. Knock on her internet blog door at: Misty Provencher's Books, http://mistypro.blogspot.com/ or find her on Facebook and Twitter as Misty 
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Monday, June 16, 2014

Losing Enough by Helen Boswell Review & Giveaway


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When I found out that Helen Boswell was writing an NA novel and that it was set in Vegas, I was thrilled. I live in Las Vegas and the author nailed the details perfectly. This book isn't your typical NA, in terms of sex, they do have it but it’s not the sole focus. Losing Enough is more than what’s out there right now. It's about real life struggles, falling in love, and learning to let go.

Alexis, Alex, is a girl some might think as spoiled because every summer she gets to vacation in Las Vegas while her High Roller dad plays the scene, but it’s nothing like that. First night in town she goes to see her best friend at the bar she works at, bumps into a guy that seems like an ass. Little does she know that she will be seeing more of him, especially when he saves her from a douche bag and then takes her home.

Connor…oh how I love Connor. He comes off as an ass, but in his line of work, and his past, you can’t
really blame him. When a girl he took home for his cousin to make up for the past, he never thought he would be thinking about her again. Connor has a past though, one he moved to Vegas to avoid, but it seems it’s found him anyways. I love who he becomes with Alex. She's able to break through his walls and see the real Connor that's hidden deep.

When Alex and Connor start seeing each other, things in both of their lives make things difficult. Alex’s mom is sick and her dad got into business with the wrong person, Connor’s twin brother has a demand, and the feelings between the two are more than just a fling. But will they let it develop into something more? Life has a way of pulling people together just when you need it, but sometimes fate needs a helping hand.


Does Alex and Connor have a future, or will the past get in the way? You need to pick this book up and read it for yourself. Helen Boswell did an amazing job in bringing these characters to life, and my only complaint is I want more. I couldn’t get enough of Alex and Connor and hope to see more of them later on. Hear that Helen Boswell, can I get a novella please? This is definitely a book I can read over and over again, just writing this review weeks after I read the book, makes me want to pick it back up!

Losing Enough by Helen Boswell was just amazing! I could not put it down! I loved the story flow and all the characters.  Alexis was heading to Las Vegas to meet up with her parents for vacation.  High Roller hotel and Room, it was to be the ultimate!  Her and her best friend Elle is a hoot! I love her and glad I have a friend just as fun! Alexis is there to hit the clubs and to just have an over all blast.  She didn't gamble on meeting a hot private security guard by the name of Connor. Connor has built the private security business for himself.  Escaping the life his twin brother was leading.  He took care of all  the high rollers and this put him in perfect view of Alexis and her father.  They both did not want a relationship but the attraction was there. Can they let down their walls and take a chance.  Also when Connor’s “evil twin” comes into play will it ruin everything he has worked up to? 
I LOVED this book and love that Helen took a chance on this story! I want more already! Loved every character! You should go try out this book!! 
About the Author

Originally from upstate New York, Helen Boswell spent several years of her early adult life tromping around in the city of Buffalo with frequent trips to Toronto, Canada. These two cities in particular serve as inspirational settings for her urban fantasies, and while Helen has since moved to live in the southwestern United States, she will have fond memories of urban life and high-heeled sneakers for all eternity.
Helen earned her Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University at Buffalo and dedicates her time to teaching biology and other fun things to college students, spending time with her wonderful family, and eating chocolate while writing.
The YA urban fantasy MYTHOLOGY is her first novel and the first one in the Mythology Series.
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Monday, May 26, 2014

After This Night Blog Tour


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**Warning: Spare panties are needed...you're welcome.***

"You are being rewarded for turning me on. But we're doing it my way. You teased the hell out of me, and now I want to watch you squirm. Crawl up on my bed and get on your hands and knees."

Their world was sex, love, and lies.
He intoxicated her. Commanded. Consumed.
With a dirty mind and a mouth to match, Clay Nichols is everything Julia never knew she wanted and exactly what she cannot have. He walked into her life one night and unlocked pleasure in her that she never knew was possible. Possessing her body, captivating her every thought. Which makes him way too dangerous for Julia Bell to risk her heart, given that she has a price tag on her head. She ran after one mind-blowing week with him, but now he's back, and determined to make her his own.
No matter the cost.
She was a sexy drug to him. Fiery, unforgettable, and never enough, Julia is an enigma, and Clay isn't willing to let her go without a fight. But she's got dark secrets of her own that threaten to destroy any chance of happiness. She's a wanted woman - the stakes are high, her every move is watched, and yet the lure between them can't be denied. Can two people burned by love trust again when desire and passion are met by danger at every turn?

A sensual, emotionally-charged erotic romance that is now a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling novel!

I don't need to tell you how amazingly talented Lauren Blakely is if you've read even one of her books. If you haven't, where have you been living? You can make up for it by starting this series, you wont be disappointed!

I finished this book in a matter of hours and it was a perfect finale, but I'm not satisfied. I'm  greedy and want more. Then again, I always want more, but who knows, maybe in another book we'll get more of Julia and Clay. *Crosses Fingers*

Trust comes into play majorly in this book. Can Clay trust Julia when she won't open up? Will she open up and let him in on her secret? What happens when the trust Julie had in Clay gets tested? All these questions get answered.

All I'm going to say is that I LOVED this series and Lauren Blakely is an absolute genius. You have to... HAVE TO.. read Julia and Clay's story. Go grab your copies now!
Lauren Blakely writes books you get hooked in. In her night after night series, she brings you in and keeps you there. You don't want to leave. But in this last book After this Night we get the conclusion of Julia and Clay's story. If you haven't read Night after Night you should now. Skip this review and go read!! Hahah
Anyway, Clay and Julia are apart because she wasn't sharing everything and Clay was thinking the worst. But Julia's sisters wedding brings them back together. Julia opens up and tells Clay everything. But can he do as she asks and let her handle it or will he try to protect her? Hmmm mm yep he does. Julia has to decide can she accept that, and understand Clay's intentions. 

I love their chemistry. I didn't want the book to end. It's one of those books you want to stay in like a warm coat. 
About Lauren Blakely:

Lauren Blakely writes sexy contemporary romance novels with heat, heart, and humor, and her books have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and iBooks bestseller lists. Like the heroine in FAR TOO TEMPTING, she thinks life should be filled with family, laughter, and the kind of love that love songs promise. Lauren lives in California with her husband, children, and dogs. Her novels include Caught Up In UsPretending He’s MinePlaying With Her Heart, and Trophy Husband. She also writes for young adults under the name Daisy Whitney.

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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Night After Night Blog Tour

**Warning: Spare panties are needed...you're welcome.***

"You are being rewarded for turning me on. But we're doing it my way. You teased the hell out of me, and now I want to watch you squirm. Crawl up on my bed and get on your hands and knees."

Their world was sex, love, and lies.
He intoxicated her. Commanded. Consumed.

With a dirty mind and a mouth to match, Clay Nichols is everything Julia never knew she wanted and exactly what she cannot have. He walked into her life one night and unlocked pleasure in her that she never knew was possible. Possessing her body, captivating her every thought. Which makes him way too dangerous for Julia Bell to risk her heart, given that she has a price tag on her head. She ran after one mind-blowing week with him, but now he's back, and determined to make her his own.
No matter the cost.
She was a sexy drug to him. Fiery, unforgettable, and never enough, Julia is an enigma, and Clay isn't willing to let her go without a fight. But she's got dark secrets of her own that threaten to destroy any chance of happiness. She's a wanted woman - the stakes are high, her every move is watched, and yet the lure between them can't be denied. Can two people burned by love trust again when desire and passion are met by danger at every turn?

A sensual, emotionally-charged erotic romance that is now a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling novel!


So here's the thing, I love all books by Lauren Blakely, but this series is seriously my new favorite. It started with the novella, First Night, and if you love Lauren Blakely books like I do, you snatched the freebie as soon as it went live. Then you proceeded to count down the days to see what Clay and Julia were up to in Night After Night. HOLY MOTHER OF HOTNESS, please follow the warning posted above and have either a cold shower ready, new set of panties to change into, or a guy ready to get freaky with. Trust me when I say that Lauren Blakely will take you on a new ride and make you fall in love with these characters and have you wishing Clay was in the room with you instead of Julia.

But Night After Night isn't just about the hot sexual chemistry Julia and Clay have, it's also about why Julia chooses not to have a relationship. Clay wants more. Julia wants more. Question is can she allow herself to have it and will Clay fight for it? Clay has a past too. He was burned by an ex just like Julie was done by hers, but can they get past the past and try to work for a future they both deserve? Lauren Blakely pulled me in from the first page of First Night, kept me inthralled with Night After Night, and I'm sitting on the edge of my seat waiting to read After This Night. So stop reading my review, because you're not going to get any more out of me, other than me telling you to snatch this amazing series up right now! So go stretch your finger, than start one-clicking!
                    

Night after Night by Lauren Blakely has become a new favorite.  However this book made me nervous and I can’t wait for the new one!!  I need it like now! Julia Bell is a bartender who is ready for some thing for one night!  Clay Nichols has been burned by women and just wants one to have fun with.  That’s until he meets Julia.  He wants more than one night with her.  They both have secrets though!  Julia has big ones and doesn't want to involve people in her problems.  This becomes a HUGE problem for Clay.  Will they resolve their secrets?  I can’t wait for the next one to see.


I loved the characters and suspense in this book.  AND It’s SUPER Hot!  Lauren Blakely Hooks me every time! I know this is a short review but seriously my rambling tongue would tell you the whole book!  HAHAHAHA 





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Please note: This book is intended for 18+ due to dirty talk, light bondage, and lots of sexy scenes. This ebook edition also includes the prequel novella First Night, which precedes Night After Night. The sequel, After This Night, releases May 12 and can be pre-ordered now. 
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About Lauren Blakely:


Lauren Blakely writes sexy contemporary romance novels with heat, heart, and humor, and her books have appeared on the New York Times, USA Today, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and iBooks bestseller lists. Like the heroine in FAR TOO TEMPTING, she thinks life should be filled with family, laughter, and the kind of love that love songs promise. Lauren lives in California with her husband, children, and dogs. Her novels include Caught Up In UsPretending He’s MinePlaying With Her Heart, and Trophy Husband. She also writes for young adults under the name Daisy Whitney.


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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Misunderstandings Release Day Blitz

Misunderstandings
A Woodfalls Girls Novel
by Tiffany King

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“Funny, real, moving and passionate, Misunderstandings is a MUST-READ for NA contemporary romance fans."--New York Times bestselling author Samantha Young

“Super sweet and swoon-worthy!”— #1 New York Times Bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout

Just when she thought things were going up…

Two years after a devastating breakup, Brittni Mitchell has moved on from Justin Avery—or so she tells herself. But when she returns to Seattle for her best friend’s engagement party, Brittni finds herself the victim of a disastrously timed elevator breakdown. She’s trapped with the last person she wants to face, and forced to recount the past she desperately wants to forget.

She’s going to have to look back…

When Brittni left her podunk hometown for a big city college experience at the University of Washington, hooking up with a guy like Justin Avery was not part of her plan. Between Justin’s attention-grabbing tattoos, cigarette smoking, and bad boy attitude Brittni quickly chalked him up as “Mr. Wrong.” But his charm was unrelenting, and Brittni’s decision to give Justin a chance quickly turned into the worst choice she ever made.

So that she might be able to move forward.</ b>


Now she’s stuck with Justin—literally—and the complicated web of misunderstandings that tied up the truth for two years is about to unravel.



USA Today Bestselling author Tiffany King is a lifelong reading fanatic who is now living her dream as a writer, weaving Young Adult and New Adult romance tales for others to enjoy. She has a loving husband and two wonderful kids. (Five, if you count her three spoiled cats). Her addictions include: Her iPhone and iPad, chocolate, Diet Coke, chocolate, Harry Potter, chocolate, zombies and her favorite TV shows. Want to know what they are? Just ask.

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Saturday, April 26, 2014

Intoxicating Passion Blog Tour Stop

                     
Intoxicating Passion Box Set
By- Felicia Tatum
Publication Date- April 25th, 2014
Genre- New Adult Contemporary Romance





Journey with Korah and Dane in the Intoxicating Passion box set, as they battle their individual demons on the way to finding a way to care for one another.
Korah Daniels is a nineteen-year-old college student dealing with the aftermath of leaving an abusive relationship. After letting down her guard, she meets a sexy guy at a Halloween party, but quickly realizes her past isn’t as far gone as she hoped. Will she be able to run from her abuser? Will she continue to hold her heart dearly or will the mysterious Zorro find a way through?
Dane Davidson is the ultimate playboy, never sticking around for more than one night. When he encounters Angel Eyes, he discovers his heart isn’t as locked up as he imagined. The more he learns of her, the greater he desires her, and wants to protect her. Will Dane be able to let go of his past so he can have a future? Will Korah be the one who makes him want to change?  

The five Intoxicating Passion novelettes take you along with Dane and Korah, as they face the answers to life’s biggest questions.

    

       I started reading Intoxicating Passion, the box set, by Felicia Tatum around 11:30 pm and finished it by 1:52 am. Can I just say that I’m absolutely in love with Dane? I mean seriously the boy is far from perfect but there’s something about him that pulls at your heart. Don’t get me started on how much love I have for Korah. When it comes down to it though, I have to give mad love to Felicia Tatum and her utter brilliance on writing an engaging series of novellas and packaging it all together so we don’t have to wait for each individual one to be released.
Korah has trust issues when it comes to guys, rightfully so when you’ve been in an abusive relationship. I applaud Felicia for taking on a subject that affects numerous women and men around us on a day to day basis. Maybe you know of someone who is or has been abused, the one thing we all need to remember is that we can fight this by helping each other out. When Korah goes to a Halloween party with her best friend Leela, Zorro sweeps her off her feet and things heat up, but before faces and names are revealed, she runs.

“Was he a regular prince charming sweeping me off my feet? No, not most days, but he was real. And he cared for me with a passion I’d never experienced.” -Korah

Now Dane is a ladies man, but beneath that beautiful body of his lies a fragile, and broken heart. Witnessing his mother’s indiscretions and falling in love in high school with a girl that cheats on him with his best friend, Dane turns off his feelings by sleeping with any girl who shows interest. When he sees a girl in a store that doesn’t pay him the attention he’s used to his interest is piqued. When a girl that walks into his frat house on Halloween in an Angel costume leads to a little action, but she leaves before any names or faces are exchanged. It has him going crazy.

So when the semester starts up and Korah can’t stop thinking about the guy who made her lose control, Dane can’t stop thinking about the girl who ran off, and fate plays her hand by putting them together as lab partners, can they both come out on top or will they break each other more than they already are?

“Two shattered souls trying to make a relationship work, would be a tough challenge, but I knew if I could do it for anyone, it would be this magnificent creature in my arms.”-Dane

I absolutely loved this series. I don’t want to elaborate more on it that what I have already because I don’t like spoilers, but I will tell you so much goes down that you will have to finish it in one sitting. Seriously. Korah and Dane face so many obstacles but it only makes their ending so much sweeter. You can’t help but curse Dane at some of the stupid mistakes he makes, but he’s learning. The growth in both of these characters are beyond amazing and I’m really sad there isn’t more to their story. I definitely would love to see more from them. So if you haven’t grabbed your copy of this amazing set of novella’s you need to do that now! 

I love Felicia Tatum's books and this little series of 5 kept me captivated till the end. Korah and Dane met behind masks at a Halloween party and he wanted to find her again. Korah wanted to forget. Then they landed as lab partners in a class. Dane asked Korah to let him prove himself. See he's a playboy, hurt my relationships and Korah has had a scary past with guys. They try and Dane feels a connection and runs. Korah doesn't want to trust him again but their draw to each other is strong.
I loved their chemistry and wanted them together every time they got close!! But They had to work through stuff. Then Korahs ex comes and beats her!! Dane omg here I swooned he took such good care of her. I wanted to slap him though when he fought his feelings. This only took me a matter of hours to get through and I still want more! 


                  


About the Author-
Felicia Tatum was born and raised in Tennessee. She always loved reading, and at the age of twelve began writing. Her passion for creating stories grew and in May 2012, she finally wrote her first novel, The White Aura.


She still lives in Tennessee with her daughter and her kitty. She loves cooking and books. Animals are some of her best friends. She watches a lot of Disney channel and often dreams up new book ideas. She's currently working on various other projects.

   

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Friday, April 18, 2014

Faith Andrews Blog Tour

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Man of my Dreams
Keep Me




Sexy, tatted up, underwear model Marcus Grayson is every girl’s dream—or more likely worst nightmare. He’s a player, a self-proclaimed bachelor for life, and he’s got no problem living up to his man-whore status. But when his older sister’s friend comes back from the past, he may just have the chance to turn some of his adolescent fantasies into reality. 

Tessa Bradley is a self-sufficient, take-no-bull, single mother—well, now she is. Finally rid of her abusive, alcoholic ex, she’s making a new life for herself and catching up with old friends; the ones she was forced to break ties with because of her controlling husband. When she runs into Marcus, her friend Riley’s once-adorable turned smoking-hot little brother, she has no idea how he’s about to rock her world.


I love when I get introduced to author's I've never heard about, even more so when I love their books. I wasn't able to get to Man of my Dreams before the tour date was upon us, but I did manage to read Keep Me and I absolutely adored it. I know reading is an escape to some, because it is to me as well, but I've found lately that I'm really enjoying books that have a realistic theme. Keep Me is by no means and easy read. It's an emotional roller coaster and I applaud Faith Andrews in doing a spectacular job. I felt like I connected with Tessa and Marcus on some degree and that's what reading is all about in my opinion. I love and thrive on that connection. I laughed, swooned, and cried throughout this book. OMG the last 20% of the book had me glued to it. No one was tearing me away from finishing it once I hit that last percentage. I was hooked from the beginning and stayed hooked until the beautiful end.

So what's it about? Well Tessa met this guy Zack and thought he was amazing. You know the saying, "Love is blind," right? Well it took a lot for Tessa to finally see the damage he was causing her and for her to get away from him. When she starts working, little does she know one of the clients of the place she works at is going to be the little brother of her best friend Riley. Little he is not, sexy as sin he is. We start off the book with Marcus's POV, loved that its dual by the way, and he owns up to his man whorish ways. He never thought he would run into Tessa again, let alone feel the feelings he's starting to feel. The thing is can he change his ways and finally be wiling to commit to one girl if that girl is Tessa, or will his past get in the way of a future he never dreamed about?

"And I want you to keep me here. Please, baby, keep me." -Marcus

The quote up there... best quote ever! I wish I had a guy to tell me that. When I say this book is a roller coaster ride of emotions, I'm not kidding. It's not only about falling in love with your best friends little brother or your sister's best friend. It's about learning to grow as an individual and as a couple. It's about deciding what's worth fighting for and hoping for the best. It's about over coming life's obstacles, learning to love again, and above all trust in someone with everything you have.

"So, like you said before, we need to focus on the good and fuck the bad."-Beck

If you haven't picked up your copy of this book, you need to do so now. You need to fall in love with the way Faith Andrews wrote a strong mother figure in Tessa Bradley and hot bad boy who isn't so bad in Marcus Grayson. You'll also love Riley (the sister/best friend), Beck (Marcus's best friend). and you can't forget Luca (Tessa's son). A full rounded cast of characters for you to drool over, I hope to be reading another book containing Riley's story. *hint hint* :)

Keep me was absolutely adorable. I read it in 24 hours. Tessa and Riley were great friends in high school and past till Tessa went off and got married to a dude she realllllly shouldn't have. He pulled her away from her friends, dominated her life and beat her. Even after she had their son. With a restraining order on him and him in rehab, that should keep her safe and him away. Right?

Marcus, is Riley's younger brother, and hot model. He's had a thing for Tessa for a while. He's known as a player too. But when their careers come together, the heat ignites. Can he prove to her that he's not a play boy and she can trust her heart with him?

Omg this story was so cute. Marcus falling for Tessa, proving himself to her and Tessa trying to let down her guard. And the way he is with her son. I swooned! Marcus is one stand up  strong character in this book!! I loved him. Especially when he says to Tessa "keep me". And he always will protect her. It was adorable! Hot and sweet! Loved!!!


About Faith Andrews:

Faith Andrews lives in New York where she is happily married to her high school sweetheart. They have two beautiful daughters and a furry Yorkie son, Rocco. If she isn't listening to Mumford & Sons or busy being a Dance Mom, her nose is in a book or the laptop. She's a sucker for a happily ever after and believes her characters are out there living one somewhere.



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