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Christel is currently reading

	07/24 Christel is currently reading: If Angels Burn: A Novel of the Darkyn (Signet Eclipse) by Lynn Viehl bookshelves: currently-reading	my rating:
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	07/22 Christel is currently reading: Embrace The Darkness (Guardians of Eternity: Book 2) by Alexandra Ivy bookshelves: currently-reading	my rating:
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July 25

New comment on Marion (Summer)'s review of Primale Possession

Christel wrote: "I marries a younger man, well by 4 years, and I highly reccomend the practice "

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New comment on Laura's review of Midnight Angel (Midnight Series, Book #3)

Christel wrote: "Laura,

You had me laughing at the box of Pampers line!! I guess another one I have to add to the ...more "

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Christel read and liked Laura's review of Midnight Angel (Midnight Series, Book #3):

"Wow! This is a very sweet erotica novel. I thoroughly enjoyed every page of it. Rice really knows how to build a romantic mood for sure! Hot sex scenes, too. And, miracle of miracles, the hero is an Uber-Alpha, BUT his SEAL training has taught h...more "

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Christel read and liked Christa's review of Don't Tell (book #1):

"Don't Tell was a very touching, emotional book. It was one of the better romantic suspense books that I have read lately. It was the first Karen Rose book I have experienced, but I can tell that this will be another series that will be a must read f...more Don't Tell was a very touching, emotional book. It was one of the better romantic suspense books that I have read lately. It was the first Karen Rose book I have experienced, but I can tell that this will be another series that will be a must read for me.

Mary Grace Winters was pregnant and married at age fifteen to a violent, abusive man. She sustained numerous injuries at his hand, and after nearly losing her life when he pushes her down the stairs for the second time, she realizes that she will have to do something drastic to get herself and her son away from the violence. Mary Grace has already tried to go through legal channels to get help, but it is made difficult by the fact that her husband, Rob Winters, is a police officer. Mary Grace's injuries are so severe that it takes her two years to recover enough to take her son, Robbie, and escape. Mary Grace ditches her car in a lake, changes the names of herself and her son, and takes shelter at a women's home in Chicago. Seven years later, she is known as Caroline Stewart, and is a college secretary and soon to be college graduate. After the death of her boss and mentor, she meets the new head of her department, Max Hunter. Max Hunter has also survived great tragedy, and is constantly reminded of it by his physical limitations that require him to use a cane. Max and Caroline are drawn to one another immediately, and are very soon involved in a relationship that both hope will lead to a future together. Before they can find happiness together, they will have to overcome several obstacles. Max will have to come to terms with his present life and realize that he didn't lose everything in his accident, and Caroline will have to find a way to tell Max about her past and that she is still married. As they struggle with their fledgling relationship, Caroline's abusive husband finds her and threatens her existence.

This book was riveting, and I couldn't put it down. Both the hero and heroine were very likeable characters, although both had serious issues to overcome from their pasts. The villian was without conscience and committed some disturbing acts that gave the book a rougher edge than many of the romantic suspense novels I have read. There were several secondary characters that played an important role in the story, and I look forward to seeing some of them again as the series continues....less "

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Christel read and liked Heather's review of Acheron (Dark-Hunter Series, Book #23):

"This book was beyond amazing. It lived up to, and exceeded EVERY expectation I had before I started reading this.

I am not going to give away any spoilers here... but if you have questions about specifics, please message me and I will answer what...more "

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New comment on Heather's review of Acheron (Dark-Hunter Series, Book #23)

Christel wrote: "Oh boy!!! Great review!! Just makes me want this book more! OMG, I get to cry over Ash??? Hurry augu...more "

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July 24

New comment on Julie (jjmachshev)'s review of Private Places

Christel wrote: "How thee heck can I become an ARC reader??? "

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New comment on Kim's review of A Tall Dark Cowboy

Christel wrote: "Yes Kim I agree that cover is killer "breaks out fan and fans vigorously" WHEW!! "

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Christel gave

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Dark Defender (Paladins of Darkness, Book 2)
by Alexis Morgan
bookshelves: paladins-of-darkness

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recommended for: paranormal romance readers
read in July, 2008

Christel said: "Finished the 1st and had to read the second. This is a continuation of the Paladins of Darkness series.

Blake Trahern is a Paladin, a seriously deadly one at that. Major ALPHA-MALE here ladies. He is part of the Seattle group of Paladins but trave...more "

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Christel's favorite quotes

"Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend. "
— Albert Camus

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"Women are like teabags, you never know how strong they are until they're put in hot water."
— Eleanor Roosevelt

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"Find a guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will lie under the stars and listen to your heartbeat, or will stay awake just to watch you sleep... wait for the boy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in sweats, who holds your hand in front of his friends, who thinks you're just as pretty without makeup on. One who is constantly reminding you of how much he cares and how lucky his is to have you.... The one who turns to his friends and says, 'that's her.'”"
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"Anyone who thinks sitting in church can make you a Christian must also think that sitting in a garage can make you a car."
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"There's a fine line between genius and insanity. I have erased this line."
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Christel's groups (recent posts)

Darkkyn Lovers — 2 members — last activity 6 minutes ago
This club is for those who love Lynn Viehls darkyn series.

Janet Evanovich Book Group — 123 members — last activity 52 minutes ago
A place where we can chat about the Stephanie Plum mysteries and Evanovich's other books.

Romantic Suspense — 79 members — last activity 2 hours, 39 min ago
Do you enjoy reading books by Marliss Melton, Roxanne St. Claire, Cindy Gerard, Lucy Monroe, Christina Skye, Suzanne Brockman, Amy Fetzer, Beverly Bar...more

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WHEN I GET A LITTLE MONEY, I BUY BOOKS; IF ANY IS LEFT I BUY FOOD AND CLOTHES.

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Nora Roberts Groupies — 45 members — last activity 5 hours, 18 min ago
Considering how many books Nora Roberts has published and how popular she is, it seemed like there should be an NR group.

So here it is ;)

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events Christel is attending

event: Chat with Love Romances Cafe
date: October 23, 2008 12:00PM
location: Love Romances Cafe Loop, United States
description: Join me for a few hours to chat! I'll be discussing my latest releases, my next to be released and my line up for '09! There will also be news about my first book in print! From noon to four.

This chat is 12-4 CST!

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from Laura

19 days ago, 12:06PM

Thanks for the rec Christel. I'm had not heard of this one (Eternal Pleasure) but it is going on my TBR list now. You are the best!

xoxo
Laura Stamps
Author of Paranormal Romance and Erotica Novels
http://www.LauraStamps.blogspo... (to read excerpts from my novel series)
http://laura-stamps8.livejourn... (my Author blog...updated daily)

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from Michele

06/06/2008 09:08PM

Thank you for being my friend Christel. Michele marchetti
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from Laura

03/20/2008 10:13AM

Hi, Christel!

Thanks for the invitation, and it's wonderful to meet another paranormal romance fan from the Deep South! You are absolutely going to LOVE the "Dark-Hunter" series by Sherrilyn Kenyon. Awesome! Christine Feehan's "Carpathians" series is good too. I just finish the first 14 novels in paperback. And what can you say about J.R. Ward? The BDB is wonderful. I'm making my husband read through that series right now. *grin*

Happy reading and magickal blessings!

xoxo
Laura
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from Maggie

03/14/2008 07:35AM

Christel
Thank you for accepting my friend request! I too am a big fan of Janet Evanovich.
xo
Maggie Marr

Secrets of The Hollywood Girls Club (April 2008)
Hollywood Girls Club (April 2007 Paperback Now!)

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from Heidi

02/08/2008 03:31PM

Hi, Christel! Thanks for the add! You have a lot of great books on your shelves...they're some of my favorite authors, too. :-)

Have a great weekend!
Heidi
www.HeidiBetts.com
www.HeidiBetts.com/WIPsandChains

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from Daniel

02/03/2008 02:42PM

Christel, your short book reviews are OK. keep writing them!

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