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January 16, 2012
Review for Stay The Night by Scarlett Parrish
Stay The Night by Scarlett ParrishMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved it. Probably because I can be a total grump too but there was something about Kit which totally drew me in.
The drama queen in me hoped there was more to him and his issues...because that is one part I wasn't too happy with...that there wasn't a real explanation or an attempt at least as to why he is the way he is...I thought there were hints of something in his past which made him this way, unable to connect and I would've expcected this to be adressed but hey, maybe I was overeaching...
I loved the book. Kit was adorable and he and Steven had real chemistry which nearly jumped off the pages. It wasn't only a joy to read but a total must and I will most certainly read it over and over again for pleasure and for laughts...
Thanks so much for writing this! :)
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January 14, 2012
Resolution
My blog isn't a very happening place at the moment and while talking to myself does sound scarily appealing, I hope in 2012, I will get a few more people to follow me.
Hm...that sounds quite wrong somehow...LOL...
Anyway, what I want for 2012 is to be more active, make this blog a happening place and hopefully by talking to myself, people will start to follow.
I also want to host challenges and give aways but of course, there is no point in me doing this unless I get some more people to follow...sounds like a catch 22, doesn't it?
Anyway, *silence echoes around the room* I am talking to myself...blablalblalbla...
Hm...that sounds quite wrong somehow...LOL...
Anyway, what I want for 2012 is to be more active, make this blog a happening place and hopefully by talking to myself, people will start to follow.
I also want to host challenges and give aways but of course, there is no point in me doing this unless I get some more people to follow...sounds like a catch 22, doesn't it?
Anyway, *silence echoes around the room* I am talking to myself...blablalblalbla...
January 6, 2012
Betting On Love - Review
I have got another review for Betting On Love (fallenangelreview).
You can either read it at the source (HERE) or:
Betting on Love
Betting on Love by Anna Marie May is the first book in the Betting on Love series.
Zach couldn't believe that he allowed his best friend Rick to talk him into a bet that he could seduce any guy of his choice, or that he'd be attracted to Len, his target. Len just arrived in town and can't believe Jordan, the bar owner, not only offers him a job as a mechanic, but also the room over the bar to live. Len's life hasn't taught him to trust, from first living with his guardian, then a series of foster homes after he woke up in a hospital with no memory of the first nine years of his life. Len sees the most attractive man in his life, Zach, and knows that the night is going to be lucky for him. Neither Len or Zach expected to have their minds blown away from the experience, or to wake up together like it was the most natural thing in the world. Zach invites Len to go riding with him and he seems to take to riding as if it's second nature to him. They run into his mother, Karen, who can't believe he brought a stranger riding with him and is convinced that she's met Len before, but that isn't impossible, is it? Will Len and Zach find common ground in spite of the drastic differences in their live? Is Len ever going to uncover his past?
I was intrigued and stunned by the plot twist in this story, as I never expected it. As Len's story unfolded, I was inspired by his strength to move beyond the trials of his childhood and on to building a life for himself. Zach never knew what hit him after meeting Len for the first time, but to his credit, he never looked back or questioned his feelings. It has to be a parent's worst nightmare to have a child abducted and one that luckily, I've never had to live through, but Karen's determination to help her friend Louisa find her son was stirring. It was remarkable how Len and Zach seemed to know things about each other that one normally wouldn't know about a stranger, making me wonder if there's more yet to be uncovered. This is one story that I will never forget!
Reviewed by: Teresa
You can either read it at the source (HERE) or:
Betting on Love
Betting on Love by Anna Marie May is the first book in the Betting on Love series.
Zach couldn't believe that he allowed his best friend Rick to talk him into a bet that he could seduce any guy of his choice, or that he'd be attracted to Len, his target. Len just arrived in town and can't believe Jordan, the bar owner, not only offers him a job as a mechanic, but also the room over the bar to live. Len's life hasn't taught him to trust, from first living with his guardian, then a series of foster homes after he woke up in a hospital with no memory of the first nine years of his life. Len sees the most attractive man in his life, Zach, and knows that the night is going to be lucky for him. Neither Len or Zach expected to have their minds blown away from the experience, or to wake up together like it was the most natural thing in the world. Zach invites Len to go riding with him and he seems to take to riding as if it's second nature to him. They run into his mother, Karen, who can't believe he brought a stranger riding with him and is convinced that she's met Len before, but that isn't impossible, is it? Will Len and Zach find common ground in spite of the drastic differences in their live? Is Len ever going to uncover his past?
I was intrigued and stunned by the plot twist in this story, as I never expected it. As Len's story unfolded, I was inspired by his strength to move beyond the trials of his childhood and on to building a life for himself. Zach never knew what hit him after meeting Len for the first time, but to his credit, he never looked back or questioned his feelings. It has to be a parent's worst nightmare to have a child abducted and one that luckily, I've never had to live through, but Karen's determination to help her friend Louisa find her son was stirring. It was remarkable how Len and Zach seemed to know things about each other that one normally wouldn't know about a stranger, making me wonder if there's more yet to be uncovered. This is one story that I will never forget!
Reviewed by: Teresa
December 31, 2011
Happy upcoming NEW YEAR!
Happy upcoming NEW YEAR!
December 13, 2011
Review for Betting on Love / Anna Marie May
Review by Lena Grey over at queermagazineonline. Link HERE.
Betting on Love (Betting on Love, #1) by Anna Marie May
While reading 'Betting on Love' by Anna Marie May, a phrase from a song entitled 'One of These Days', by recording artist Taylor Dayne kept running through my mind: "One of these days our love will lead you back". Len Marshall is separated by fate from those who love him. Even though he is thousands of miles from home and suffers from amnesia, Len slowly but surely finds his way back. Buried deep within his subconscious are memories, feelings of belonging and home, which guide him back to those who love him. Becoming reacquainted with his family and Zac, his best friend and now lover, is both challenging and fulfilling as he tries to find his way.
It 's difficult to like Zac at first because he seems arrogant, shallow, and irresponsible. He has no idea what he wants to do in his life and, seemingly, has no motivation to find out. Accepting a bet to seduce someone didn't endear him to me either; it speaks badly of his character. In his defense though, it felt like he was waiting for something to happen, but didn't know what. As often happens in matters of the heart, when his seduction backfires and he falls in love with Len, his intended victim, Zac is forced to take a good hard look at himself and decide what kind of a person he wants to be. After this epiphany, he becomes the loving, supportive person that he truly is.
Len is awesome. He's a survivor, someone who knows his limitations and makes the best of them. Even though he has no childhood memories, he can work around that lack when necessary. There's something inherently sad about him which pulled at my heart strings. I admired his tenacity and his courage. What I like most about Len is that, in spite of his bad experiences, he's still able to love Zac with his whole heart.
One of my favorite features of any story is character growth and this story is overflowing with it. Almost everyone in the story, at one point or the other, reaches a higher level of perception for themselves and others around them. I especially loved Zac and Len's relationship, how they are so deeply and endlessly in love. It's absolutely heartwarming. 'Betting on Love' is a great love story with something for everyone—angst, adversity, deceit, danger, passion, devotion, and a very happy ending. I highly recommend it to anyone with a romantic soul like mine who believes that true love is eternal and invincible.
Betting on Love (Betting on Love, #1) by Anna Marie May
While reading 'Betting on Love' by Anna Marie May, a phrase from a song entitled 'One of These Days', by recording artist Taylor Dayne kept running through my mind: "One of these days our love will lead you back". Len Marshall is separated by fate from those who love him. Even though he is thousands of miles from home and suffers from amnesia, Len slowly but surely finds his way back. Buried deep within his subconscious are memories, feelings of belonging and home, which guide him back to those who love him. Becoming reacquainted with his family and Zac, his best friend and now lover, is both challenging and fulfilling as he tries to find his way.
It 's difficult to like Zac at first because he seems arrogant, shallow, and irresponsible. He has no idea what he wants to do in his life and, seemingly, has no motivation to find out. Accepting a bet to seduce someone didn't endear him to me either; it speaks badly of his character. In his defense though, it felt like he was waiting for something to happen, but didn't know what. As often happens in matters of the heart, when his seduction backfires and he falls in love with Len, his intended victim, Zac is forced to take a good hard look at himself and decide what kind of a person he wants to be. After this epiphany, he becomes the loving, supportive person that he truly is.
Len is awesome. He's a survivor, someone who knows his limitations and makes the best of them. Even though he has no childhood memories, he can work around that lack when necessary. There's something inherently sad about him which pulled at my heart strings. I admired his tenacity and his courage. What I like most about Len is that, in spite of his bad experiences, he's still able to love Zac with his whole heart.
One of my favorite features of any story is character growth and this story is overflowing with it. Almost everyone in the story, at one point or the other, reaches a higher level of perception for themselves and others around them. I especially loved Zac and Len's relationship, how they are so deeply and endlessly in love. It's absolutely heartwarming. 'Betting on Love' is a great love story with something for everyone—angst, adversity, deceit, danger, passion, devotion, and a very happy ending. I highly recommend it to anyone with a romantic soul like mine who believes that true love is eternal and invincible.
December 6, 2011
December 1, 2011
HUGE Silver Publishing Competition! Win iPad2, Nook Color, the new Kindle Fire or Vouchers!
Announcement from Silver: Christmas comes early this year!!!
More information on the Silver Publishing Forum - HERE
During the month of December, SP will be holding an author web hunt. From December 1-17th, participating SP authors will display a Web Hunt graphic somewhere hidden on their site containing a web hunt unique word. Participants in the web hunt are required to search the various SP author sites to locate the total hidden words and submit their entry. All words must be included in order to validate the contest entry.
Winners will be announced on the SP Website on December 19th.
Grand Prize: iPad 2
$500 Gift Voucher (Readers choice of ANY retail or ebook store)
SP Promotional Items: 2 T-Shirts, 4 Mugs, Mousepad, 2 Sweatshirts, 1 Totebag and 1 Notepad
2nd Place: B&N Nook Color
$150 Gift Voucher (Readers choice of ANY retail or ebook store)
SP Promotional Items: 2 T-Shirts, 4 Mugs, Mousepad, 2 Sweatshirts, 1 Totebag and 1 Notepad
3rd Place: NEW Kindle Fire
$50 Gift Voucher (Readers choice of ANY retail or ebook store)
SP Promotional Items: 2 T-Shirts, 4 Mugs, Mousepad, 2 Sweatshirts, 1 Totebag and 1 Notepad
Mystery Raffle - Surprise Gift!
We will hide a few words in our SP Forum. Participants who find these bonus mystery words will be eligible to participate in a Surprise Gift raffle.
There is a total of 27 words hidden on our author website, including our Forum.
The participating authors and their websites are:
Freddy Mackay :: Amber Kell :: Trillium :: SJD Peterson :: AJ Llewellyn :: Olivia Brynn :: Marie Sexton :: Jessica Subject :: Naomi Bellina :: RJ Scott :: Ashlynn Monroe :: Elyzabeth Valey :: Mathilde Watson :: Anna Marie May :: Casey Holloway :: Pia Veleno :: Heather Thurmeier :: Silvia Violet :: Jeanne Oiler :: Carol Lynne :: Toni Griffin :: SA Garcia :: Edward Kendrick :: Jen Thorne :: Diane Adams
More information on the Silver Publishing Forum - HERE
During the month of December, SP will be holding an author web hunt. From December 1-17th, participating SP authors will display a Web Hunt graphic somewhere hidden on their site containing a web hunt unique word. Participants in the web hunt are required to search the various SP author sites to locate the total hidden words and submit their entry. All words must be included in order to validate the contest entry.
Winners will be announced on the SP Website on December 19th.
Grand Prize: iPad 2
$500 Gift Voucher (Readers choice of ANY retail or ebook store)
SP Promotional Items: 2 T-Shirts, 4 Mugs, Mousepad, 2 Sweatshirts, 1 Totebag and 1 Notepad
2nd Place: B&N Nook Color
$150 Gift Voucher (Readers choice of ANY retail or ebook store)
SP Promotional Items: 2 T-Shirts, 4 Mugs, Mousepad, 2 Sweatshirts, 1 Totebag and 1 Notepad
3rd Place: NEW Kindle Fire
$50 Gift Voucher (Readers choice of ANY retail or ebook store)
SP Promotional Items: 2 T-Shirts, 4 Mugs, Mousepad, 2 Sweatshirts, 1 Totebag and 1 Notepad
Mystery Raffle - Surprise Gift!
We will hide a few words in our SP Forum. Participants who find these bonus mystery words will be eligible to participate in a Surprise Gift raffle.
There is a total of 27 words hidden on our author website, including our Forum.
The participating authors and their websites are:
Freddy Mackay :: Amber Kell :: Trillium :: SJD Peterson :: AJ Llewellyn :: Olivia Brynn :: Marie Sexton :: Jessica Subject :: Naomi Bellina :: RJ Scott :: Ashlynn Monroe :: Elyzabeth Valey :: Mathilde Watson :: Anna Marie May :: Casey Holloway :: Pia Veleno :: Heather Thurmeier :: Silvia Violet :: Jeanne Oiler :: Carol Lynne :: Toni Griffin :: SA Garcia :: Edward Kendrick :: Jen Thorne :: Diane Adams
November 29, 2011
Over The Rainbow (1st in the Watchtower Series)
The release date changed to: 05 May 2012
It isn't much of a change but still...here you go. :)
It isn't much of a change but still...here you go. :)
November 23, 2011
Over The Rainbow (1st in the Watchtower Series)
Published by: Silver Publishing
Release Date: Tentative date: 28 April 2012
Missing: Prophesized warlock to the King. Has anyone seen him? Please contact your nearest guard station if you do find him.
Aidan never knew he could do magic until a cat dared him to have sex. His life truly must be tragic if even felines knew he was too pathetic to find someone to share his bed with. Unfortunately for him, the cat turned out to be his familiar leading him not only to his First Time but also to King James who in turn refuses to let Aidan slip through his fingers again.
For there is a prophecy: James can only truly unit the lands and bring prosperity to all if he has his trusted warlock by his side. Roping Aidan into coming home with him wasn't the happily ever after everyone had expected. Instead, it set in motion a chain of events which would lead both Aidan and James further away from home than they could have ever imagined.
Series Info:
# 1: Over The Rainbow (Aidan and James) - COMPLETE
# 2: Over the Moon (Aidan and James) - COMPLETE, in editing stage
# 3: Out Of The (Werewolf) Closet (Rick and Tom) - almost complete, editing stage
# 4: Icelands (Aidan and James; Raphael and Vivian) - in planning
# 5: Siren Song (Raphael and Darren) - writing
This series is also called 'moon bunnies' - the reason for this will become clear later...I swear!
Release Date: Tentative date: 28 April 2012
Missing: Prophesized warlock to the King. Has anyone seen him? Please contact your nearest guard station if you do find him.
Aidan never knew he could do magic until a cat dared him to have sex. His life truly must be tragic if even felines knew he was too pathetic to find someone to share his bed with. Unfortunately for him, the cat turned out to be his familiar leading him not only to his First Time but also to King James who in turn refuses to let Aidan slip through his fingers again.
For there is a prophecy: James can only truly unit the lands and bring prosperity to all if he has his trusted warlock by his side. Roping Aidan into coming home with him wasn't the happily ever after everyone had expected. Instead, it set in motion a chain of events which would lead both Aidan and James further away from home than they could have ever imagined.
Series Info:
# 1: Over The Rainbow (Aidan and James) - COMPLETE
# 2: Over the Moon (Aidan and James) - COMPLETE, in editing stage
# 3: Out Of The (Werewolf) Closet (Rick and Tom) - almost complete, editing stage
# 4: Icelands (Aidan and James; Raphael and Vivian) - in planning
# 5: Siren Song (Raphael and Darren) - writing
This series is also called 'moon bunnies' - the reason for this will become clear later...I swear!
