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November 7, 2016
Ruined in Retribution by Valia Lind - Cover Reveal!
Cover Reveal for Titanium #3
Title: RUINED IN RETRIBUTION, Titanium Series: Book Three
Synopsis: Gone. Gone. Gone. For the past two months, it has taken all of Logan’s determination to just keep going. Losing Tasia to Kallos Enterprises shattered his world, but he is not about to give up on what she had started. Together with her family, Logan works to destroy the company that ruined their lives. The corporation is growing bigger and stronger by the minute, weaponizing the drug and selling it to the highest bidder. But that’s not the only hurdle to overcome. Logan’s past is catching up to him, and the time has come to pay. His family’s secrets are unraveling everything he has built for himself and now, Logan is fighting on multiple fronts. Save Tasia. Destroy Kallos Enterprises. Stay alive. Such a simple list, such an impossible mission. Time is running out and Logan is left with one question: can he save them all?
Pre-order here: Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01N00SZRB
Release date: December 7, 2016
Book one, PIECES OF REVENGE, is currently FREE! Amazon: https://amzn.com/B00PVQEXHY Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pieces-of-revenge-valia-lind/1120818358?ean=2940046584172 Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/520411
Social Links: Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24981832-untitled Website: http://valialind.wordpress.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ValiaLind Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValiaLindAuthor info: Author. Photographer. Artist. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, Valia Lind has always had a love for the written word. She wrote her first full book on the bathroom floor of her dormitory, while procrastinating to study for her college classes. Upon graduation, she has moved her writing to more respectable places, and have found her voice in Young Adult fiction. You can visit her online at http://valialind.wordpress.com or follow her on twitter, where she spends way too much time, @ValiaLind
Title: RUINED IN RETRIBUTION, Titanium Series: Book Three
Synopsis: Gone. Gone. Gone. For the past two months, it has taken all of Logan’s determination to just keep going. Losing Tasia to Kallos Enterprises shattered his world, but he is not about to give up on what she had started. Together with her family, Logan works to destroy the company that ruined their lives. The corporation is growing bigger and stronger by the minute, weaponizing the drug and selling it to the highest bidder. But that’s not the only hurdle to overcome. Logan’s past is catching up to him, and the time has come to pay. His family’s secrets are unraveling everything he has built for himself and now, Logan is fighting on multiple fronts. Save Tasia. Destroy Kallos Enterprises. Stay alive. Such a simple list, such an impossible mission. Time is running out and Logan is left with one question: can he save them all?
Pre-order here: Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01N00SZRB
Release date: December 7, 2016
Book one, PIECES OF REVENGE, is currently FREE! Amazon: https://amzn.com/B00PVQEXHY Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pieces-of-revenge-valia-lind/1120818358?ean=2940046584172 Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/520411
Social Links: Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24981832-untitled Website: http://valialind.wordpress.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ValiaLind Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValiaLindAuthor info: Author. Photographer. Artist. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, Valia Lind has always had a love for the written word. She wrote her first full book on the bathroom floor of her dormitory, while procrastinating to study for her college classes. Upon graduation, she has moved her writing to more respectable places, and have found her voice in Young Adult fiction. You can visit her online at http://valialind.wordpress.com or follow her on twitter, where she spends way too much time, @ValiaLind
October 6, 2016
Inspirational Words: Spotlight on Author Dzintra Sullivan!
Dzintra Sullivan
Bio:Australian born and bred, happily married to a wonderful Canadian man, and we have been blessed with 4 amazing children. (Most of the time anyway) I love all things paranormal, my main attraction to it is the impossible being made possible. I am a hopeless romantic, and love a HEA in my books. If it has fangs, fur, wings, or halos I am all over it... (And anything in between) I am strange and weird and kooky, but in saying that I am loyal and lovable and honest. I hope you enjoy my books and look forward to meeting you all.
Stalker info…Website:http://authordzintrasullivan.simplesite.com/424417846
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Author-Dzintra-Sullivan/1510553862490487Goodreads:https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8425947.Dzintra_Sullivan?from_search=trueAmazon:http://www.amazon.com/Dzintra-Sullivan/e/B00P7JQL48/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1427160928&sr=8-1Twitter:https://twitter.com/DzintraSullivanInstagram:dzintra_sullivan_author
The Halfway House Series
#Arkadia. (Book 1)
#1 BEST SELLER - Amazon Australia - Paranormal Fantasy.
FREE
http://smarturl.it/HWH-Bk1-Arkadia
Blurb:I am Arkadia Castner. I am beautiful. I am popular. I am also the most messed-up witch you will ever meet. I can’t make water boil, or make the wind blow; I can’t even light a match without the aid of a flint. My 18th birthday is in six months, and if I don’t pass the Paranormal Safety Exams (PSEs) by then, I will be banished to the Isle of Shadows for eternity, never to be seen again – it will be as though I never existed.I found myself at the halfway house under the supervision and guidance of Den Mother and telepathic empath, Eloise Mayflower. The halfway house is the last chance for troubled paranormal teens like me to pass our PSEs and avoid banishment. Eloise knows everything I think and feel, and is supposed to be helping me, but I still can’t do basic spells a six-year-old can do. I hate it here, but I have no choice. This is my last chance.I had all but given up hope, when in walks Bohdan Drak. Tall, dark, and so damn sexy it hurts to look at him – even his muscles had muscles. He is a dragon shifter and wears the mark of having passed his PSEs. When our souls meet, we realize we have found our soul mates and perfect matches. My dying hope has found life again, and I finally have a reason to look forward to a future.I thought everything would be fine, but darkness and despair creep into my future. I have been framed for a murder, and everyone believes I am guilty. The paranormal council now watches my every move. Can I trust Bohdan and true love? I fear my destiny is to be banished forever …Teasers:
#Raven (Book 2)
Only $1.99http://smarturl.it/HWH-Bk2-Raven
Blurb:Hello, my name is Raven, or at least that's what I have always been told. I live at the Halfway House with Eloise Mayflower, my den mother. I am a paranormal, I am seventeen years old, and, oh yeah, I am a vampire.Whenever I ask about the family I can't remember, I am met with hushed whispers and looks of deception. Something is not right; I might be a vampire, but I am not stupid.A sexy centaur named Samuel Mane enters my world, and my future starts looking bright and exciting. When my best friend, Sorin Osmochescu, decides that Samuel is too dangerous and forbids me to see him, I have to make a choice—the only family I have ever known or my true love.An afternoon chat with council member Rumor Winslow leaves me terrified …A secret past? Hidden identities? Lives in imminent danger? Holy sharp fangs, Batman! Who EXACTLY am I? Teasers:
#Nevaeh (Book 3)#1 BEST SELLER - Amazon Australia - Mythology
ONLY $1.99http://smarturl.it/HWH-Bk3-Nevaeh
Blurb
Hello, I'm Nevaeh. I'm only here at the Halfway House because Archangel Michael got his wings in a twist, said I had a bad attitude and threw me out of heaven.
A bad attitude? Me? How rude!
Now I have to save seven souls from imminent death as a direct result of the seven deadly sins, to gain my position back in heaven. Far out! Archangel Michael must have been really pissed to initiate such a difficult challenge.
While saving an abandoned bear cub, I encounter a huge and 'rattle your bones' sexy werebear,named Macht Claw. Now I’m not so sure I want to go back.
With Archangel Uriel in my corner and Archangel Malik not, a great battle of good vs. evil is bound to erupt. Not only is my soul in jeopardy, but also the seven souls I’m supposed to save.Teasers:
#Ashja (Book 4) - #1 BEST SELLER - Amazon Australia - Mythology
http://smarturl.it/HWH-Bk4-Ashja
Blurb
I'm Ashja! I've been roaming the earth for thousands of years.I am a mighty and powerful Djinn—well, I was until I lost my talisman.
"He who holds the talisman controls the Djinn."
Without it, well, let's just say I’m a Djinn on the edge.
Unfortunately for me, the paranormal council in all their wisdom has grounded me. They have ordered me to stay at this godforsaken Halfway House, with only the bare essentials of my powers available until I can locate my talisman. How am I supposed to know where it is? It was dark and I was drunk.
So here I am, stuck between a centaur and a dragon.If I don't find my talisman quickly, the town and all its occupants might not survive.
On the upside?There’s one rocking sexy redhead up at the house.I sure would like her to rub my lamp.If only I could get to her.
#Mali & Em (Book 5)
Coming Soon
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30046530-mali-em
~BLURB
Emerson and Zamali Wolf twins together forever One single moment, one failed exam, one single word FAILED will separate them for life, banished to the island of shadows for eternity. When Zamali fails her paranormal safety exams (PSA) and is sent to the island of shadows, Emerson is a lost and broken wolf. Styx the local pack leaders sassy daughter tells him to either shut his muzzle or grow some balls and rescue her, that instant in Emerson’s head the plan is hatched. No one has ever returned from the island, stories of shadow walkers and vicious creatures that drop from trees and decapitate you, have stopped anyone’s attempts of rescue... until now. Will Emerson get to Zamali? Will they both get off the island alive? Can they do the impossible? Or will the island engulf them both?
#Immersion Bk One - Apalala Clan NovelsBy Dzintra Sullivan Add to your TBR list https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31943092-immersionPara/Rom/Com Due out late 2016
Synopsis Payton Hunter's choice to take a late night stroll by the cliffs will change her life forever. A freak gust of wind catches her off guard, and she falls into the ocean below. As the last breath of air leaks from her lungs, Payton surrenders to the cold black arms of death.Prince Volos, the oldest son of the Water Dragon King, stands proudly with the human spy he’s captured. His father will surely renounce the crown to him as he proves himself worthy.When this small, dark haired beauty causes his heart to start singing, Volos now wonders what’s more important. Being the next King? Or being immersed in the arms of true love?Miles under the surface of the ocean a choice must be made.A choice where ripples will be felt far and wide.What is the depth you will go to for true love?
October 4, 2016
Inspirational Words: Interview with Director and Writer Tim Ferguson!
Hey guys,The past few weeks have been INSANELY BUSY!
I recently started a new job at the State Theatre in Sydney, which i love! I've also been finishing off a few book projects and preparing a little something i recently came up with.
The idea for this new blog series came to me back in June at Supanova and it was inspired by the very man i am featuring in this post - the very funny, the very charismatic Tim Ferguson.
For those of you who don't know who Tim is, he is the writer and director of new Aussie comedy Spin Out. I recently saw the film and it was fantastic! Such a fun movie.Anyway, i met Tim at Supanova and it turns out we have quiet a few friends in common. I had quite a few questions for him about writing and about his life, so i organised to have a chat with him over the phone, and he agreed! This is a rough transcript from the interview. (There were other shenanigans that went down, but i can't include everything.) Anyway, i hope you enjoy my interview with Tim Ferguson.
LL: Growing up, did you always want to be a writer?TF: No, I really liked talking. I thought talking was where it was at. Comedian. Actor.When I got diagnosed with MS, I thought there was one thing I could do. And that was write comedy
LL: Did you always want to write for film? Or other mediums as well? TF: Tv.It’s great fun writing and shooting film but my first love is live TV.
LL: How did you get into screenwriting? TF: It was accidental. Ted Robinson from ABC asked if we (The Doug Anthony all stars) wanted to do a sitcom and we said yes. I’ve always loved watching actors bring things to a script that I’ve created. It’s explosive, the feeling you get watching your work come to life.
LL: Is it difficult to make films in Australia? TF: Oh, yeah. The pressures on filmmakers in Australia start with the fact that we’re in Australia. There’s no point in making a film for a small audience as the audience is already small! If the idea is good and the characters are good, and your script is sound the only the thing you need is tenacity. It took 10 years for Edwina and I to bring our idea to fruition. (Spin Out)
LL: Do you have any advice for budding filmmakers and aspiring screenwriters who’d like to make it in the industry one day? TF: Be prepared to work with others. No one can do it alone. Why would you? If you work with other people then the project becomes greater than the sum of its parts.Writers become too precious about their work.And nobody is that good.Don’t ever say 'dumbing down' again! What you mean to say is 'simplify' and every script needs that. Simple demands that you are smarter. Stop being opaque and ambiguous. It makes you look like a fool.
LL: How important is cultural diversity in modern writing and film? TF:
Not at all. Cultural diversity must always follow the ideas at hand. It’s good to be mindful of diversity in terms of casting, where appropriate. And it’s important to include people with disability in creative projects, on screen and off, including accurately portraying people with mental or intellectual disabilities. But the story always comes first. What and who is the story about? Diversity on the page for its own sake can seem token and forced.
LL: I agree. This brings me to my next question. You’re a big advocate for people with a disability in the arts and entertainment industry. And so am i. Personally, as someone with a disability in the arts who has had to overcome many barriers. (I was diagnosed with Aspergers in my teens) What do we need to do to show producers and writers and directors that people with disabilities CAN do everything an able- bodied person can do?
TF: What we need to do is get writers excited about disabled characters.There are many obstacles they need to get over first before fighting the bad guy and getting the girl.A disability is only one thing.There is nothing a disabled person can’t overcome because they’ve spent their whole lives overcoming obstacles. Screen NSW are the first company to put money behind disability.
LL: How did you get to where you are today? TF: with a lot of help from my friends.
Now, for some fun! Here’s a few questions I like to ask all writers.
LL: What’s your day look like? Give us a glimpse into the life of Tim Ferguson.TF: I start at 5am, write til midday, breakfast, then I work the phones for 2 hours, and then I write til my lovely Canadian wife comes home.
LL: Coffee or tea?TF: Coffee. Who doesn't drink coffee?!LL: Yeah, what is wrong with them?
LL: Who/ what inspires you?TF: I like listening to Mahler. Quentin Kernihan.
LL: If you had the chance to have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be and why?TF: Donald Trump. So, I could put masking tape around his head and explain a few things to him.
LL: Who are your favourite writers? TF: John Le Carre, Stephen King, Ursula Laguin. (The wizard of Earth sea is recommended)
It was immensely fun talking to Tim.
His film Spin Out, is out now in Aussie cinemas!
Coming soon on the blog:
Look out for the next instalment in my new blog series: Inspirational Words - Interview with Director and writer Luke Sparke, and Author Dzintra Sullivan!
I recently started a new job at the State Theatre in Sydney, which i love! I've also been finishing off a few book projects and preparing a little something i recently came up with.
The idea for this new blog series came to me back in June at Supanova and it was inspired by the very man i am featuring in this post - the very funny, the very charismatic Tim Ferguson.
For those of you who don't know who Tim is, he is the writer and director of new Aussie comedy Spin Out. I recently saw the film and it was fantastic! Such a fun movie.Anyway, i met Tim at Supanova and it turns out we have quiet a few friends in common. I had quite a few questions for him about writing and about his life, so i organised to have a chat with him over the phone, and he agreed! This is a rough transcript from the interview. (There were other shenanigans that went down, but i can't include everything.) Anyway, i hope you enjoy my interview with Tim Ferguson.
LL: Growing up, did you always want to be a writer?TF: No, I really liked talking. I thought talking was where it was at. Comedian. Actor.When I got diagnosed with MS, I thought there was one thing I could do. And that was write comedy
LL: Did you always want to write for film? Or other mediums as well? TF: Tv.It’s great fun writing and shooting film but my first love is live TV.
LL: How did you get into screenwriting? TF: It was accidental. Ted Robinson from ABC asked if we (The Doug Anthony all stars) wanted to do a sitcom and we said yes. I’ve always loved watching actors bring things to a script that I’ve created. It’s explosive, the feeling you get watching your work come to life.
LL: Is it difficult to make films in Australia? TF: Oh, yeah. The pressures on filmmakers in Australia start with the fact that we’re in Australia. There’s no point in making a film for a small audience as the audience is already small! If the idea is good and the characters are good, and your script is sound the only the thing you need is tenacity. It took 10 years for Edwina and I to bring our idea to fruition. (Spin Out)
LL: Do you have any advice for budding filmmakers and aspiring screenwriters who’d like to make it in the industry one day? TF: Be prepared to work with others. No one can do it alone. Why would you? If you work with other people then the project becomes greater than the sum of its parts.Writers become too precious about their work.And nobody is that good.Don’t ever say 'dumbing down' again! What you mean to say is 'simplify' and every script needs that. Simple demands that you are smarter. Stop being opaque and ambiguous. It makes you look like a fool.
LL: How important is cultural diversity in modern writing and film? TF:
Not at all. Cultural diversity must always follow the ideas at hand. It’s good to be mindful of diversity in terms of casting, where appropriate. And it’s important to include people with disability in creative projects, on screen and off, including accurately portraying people with mental or intellectual disabilities. But the story always comes first. What and who is the story about? Diversity on the page for its own sake can seem token and forced.
LL: I agree. This brings me to my next question. You’re a big advocate for people with a disability in the arts and entertainment industry. And so am i. Personally, as someone with a disability in the arts who has had to overcome many barriers. (I was diagnosed with Aspergers in my teens) What do we need to do to show producers and writers and directors that people with disabilities CAN do everything an able- bodied person can do?
TF: What we need to do is get writers excited about disabled characters.There are many obstacles they need to get over first before fighting the bad guy and getting the girl.A disability is only one thing.There is nothing a disabled person can’t overcome because they’ve spent their whole lives overcoming obstacles. Screen NSW are the first company to put money behind disability.
LL: How did you get to where you are today? TF: with a lot of help from my friends.
Now, for some fun! Here’s a few questions I like to ask all writers.
LL: What’s your day look like? Give us a glimpse into the life of Tim Ferguson.TF: I start at 5am, write til midday, breakfast, then I work the phones for 2 hours, and then I write til my lovely Canadian wife comes home.
LL: Coffee or tea?TF: Coffee. Who doesn't drink coffee?!LL: Yeah, what is wrong with them?
LL: Who/ what inspires you?TF: I like listening to Mahler. Quentin Kernihan.
LL: If you had the chance to have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be and why?TF: Donald Trump. So, I could put masking tape around his head and explain a few things to him.
LL: Who are your favourite writers? TF: John Le Carre, Stephen King, Ursula Laguin. (The wizard of Earth sea is recommended)
It was immensely fun talking to Tim.
His film Spin Out, is out now in Aussie cinemas!
Coming soon on the blog:
Look out for the next instalment in my new blog series: Inspirational Words - Interview with Director and writer Luke Sparke, and Author Dzintra Sullivan!
September 29, 2016
The Chronicles of Heart and Soul - Cover Reveal
The day has finally arrived!!
I can finally show you the gorgeous final cover of the Legend of the Archangel series. I've been keeping this one under wraps a little for what feels like forever and i am so glad i can finally show the epic prettiness that Regina Wamba, my cover designer has created.
How amazing is it? Regina captured my vision perfectly, and then some. She exceeded my wildest expectations. Scroll down to read more about the book.
Title: The Chronicles of Heart and SoulSeries: The Legend of the Archangel Book 6Author: L.L. HunterDesigner: Regina Wamba of Mae I Design and Photographyhttp://www.maeidesign.comRelease Date: November 9th, 2016.Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17790570-the-chronicles-of-heart-and-soul
Blurb:
There was once an angel born of fire who was fated to rule the world.Her existence was planned, her destiny mapped out before she even knew who she was.
When Scarlett was a little girl she never dreamed she would one day be the one to rule the entire Nephilim world.Now as an adult, her nightmares are making up for lost time.Plagued with visions she doesn’t know what to make of, and a dark secret hidden deep within, she turns to an unlikely ally for guidance.Afraid for her future child’s life, Scarlett makes a choice that could change everything forever.After a heartbreaking sacrifice is made,Scarlett never thought she would ever taste darkness, but this time she can’t escape.Especially when her son is fated to rule the underworld.
In the epic finale to the bestselling Legend of the Archangel series, will the world burn in heavenly fire or be saved by the girl who was fated to rule it all?
Pre-order links:
iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/chronicles-heart-soul/id1059305443?mt=11Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-chronicles-of-heart-and-soul-ll-hunter/1122952876?ean=2940152467796Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/the-chronicles-of-heart-and-soulSmashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/593352
Are you following me on all social media? Just in case you aren't...
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Release day is NOVEMBER 9th! Make sure you watch my social media pages, especially Facebook and twitter, because I'll announce a giveaway for signed paperback copy of The Chronicles of Heart and Soul sometime after release.
I can finally show you the gorgeous final cover of the Legend of the Archangel series. I've been keeping this one under wraps a little for what feels like forever and i am so glad i can finally show the epic prettiness that Regina Wamba, my cover designer has created.
How amazing is it? Regina captured my vision perfectly, and then some. She exceeded my wildest expectations. Scroll down to read more about the book.
Title: The Chronicles of Heart and SoulSeries: The Legend of the Archangel Book 6Author: L.L. HunterDesigner: Regina Wamba of Mae I Design and Photographyhttp://www.maeidesign.comRelease Date: November 9th, 2016.Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17790570-the-chronicles-of-heart-and-soul
Blurb:
There was once an angel born of fire who was fated to rule the world.Her existence was planned, her destiny mapped out before she even knew who she was.
When Scarlett was a little girl she never dreamed she would one day be the one to rule the entire Nephilim world.Now as an adult, her nightmares are making up for lost time.Plagued with visions she doesn’t know what to make of, and a dark secret hidden deep within, she turns to an unlikely ally for guidance.Afraid for her future child’s life, Scarlett makes a choice that could change everything forever.After a heartbreaking sacrifice is made,Scarlett never thought she would ever taste darkness, but this time she can’t escape.Especially when her son is fated to rule the underworld.
In the epic finale to the bestselling Legend of the Archangel series, will the world burn in heavenly fire or be saved by the girl who was fated to rule it all?
Pre-order links:
iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/chronicles-heart-soul/id1059305443?mt=11Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-chronicles-of-heart-and-soul-ll-hunter/1122952876?ean=2940152467796Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/the-chronicles-of-heart-and-soulSmashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/593352
Are you following me on all social media? Just in case you aren't...
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/llhunterbook... reader group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/57866... http://llhunter.blogspot.com.auTwitter: https://twitter.com/LLHunterbooksInst... @llhunterGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show... https://www.amazon.com/L.L.-Hunter/e/... https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi... https://www.bookbub.com/authors/l-l-hunterNewsletter: http://eepurl.com/by8k0r
Release day is NOVEMBER 9th! Make sure you watch my social media pages, especially Facebook and twitter, because I'll announce a giveaway for signed paperback copy of The Chronicles of Heart and Soul sometime after release.
September 26, 2016
Soul Finder by Jacinta Maree - Blog Tour + review
Title: Soul Finder: The Immortal Gene, Book 2Author: Jacinta MareeGenre: NA DystopianPublisher: Inked Rabbit PublishingCover Designer: Thander Lin: las-t.deviantart.com artstation.com/artist/las-tHosted by: Lady Amber's Reviews & PR
Blurb:Since being discovered as Soulless, Nadia has become a target for both terrorist groups and government corporations. Now, her only hope for survival rests in the hands of the man sent out to kill her: Diesel, the Mad Dog terrorist.Diesel is determined to free himself of the never ending curse of reincarnation and the haunting memories that plague his mind. But when his search leads him to Nadia, a greater desire stills him from taking her life.Unable to see into Diesel's cracking mind, Nadia instead puts her faith into his strength, fueled by eleven generations of unmatched rage and insanity. Their tight-rope relationship balances the two between life and death, love and rage, trust and betrayal.Tension pulls at the hems of their dangerous companionship, and as time runs out all madmen must eventually make their choice.Book two of the thrilling Immortal Gene series dives deeper into the danger of trusting your heart over your head.Readers discretion: Adult language, violence and some adult scenes. For mature audiences only.
My review
The wait is over!
I've been waiting anxiously for the next instalment in this amazing and unique series and now the second book is finally here! And the wait has definitely been worth it.
The book opens with Nadia being captured, and you don't know what's going on until she meets up with a group of rebels and Diesel.
Oh, Diesel. Their romance is so love/ hate and i love it. So much sexual tension. That shower scene was hot!
I love the whole history behind the Soulless and the special serum and the man who created all of it.
There were bits in the book that practically made me gag, made me laugh out loud, and a bit teary.
I can't believe i now have to wait for the next book!
Amazing series. Amazing writing. I recommend it to fans of the genre.5/5 stars
Born in Melbourne Australia, Jacinta Maree considers herself a chocoholic with an obsession with dragons, video gaming and Japan. She writes a variety of genres including YA paranormal, steampunk, horror, new adult, dystopian and fantasy. Winner of 2014 Horror of the year and bestselling author, Jacinta writes to bring enjoyment to others while fulfilling her own need to explore the weird and the impossible.Author Links:Site: http://jacintamaree.wix.com/jacintamaree Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jacinta.maree.10Deviant art: http://jacintamaree.deviantart.com/Twitter: jacintamaree6.comGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/showAmazon: http://amzn.to/2d3nkfkBuy Links: Soulless: http://amzn.to/2cuogqYSoul Finder: http://amzn.to/2chtNSc
Diesel slowly stood. “I have been thinking a lot lately. About how delicate this situation is. I have had many experiences in hostage situations. But you are different. Difficult.” He stepped around the table. I shuffled back. His voice dropped and curled with a gentle accent that didn’t suit his pitch. A Russian accent, spoken through an English voice. Krane. He jabbed at his own temple with the gun. “You’ve done something to me, you’ve planted this desire into my head. Something I need to stamp out.” His eyes shot down and his eyebrows twitched, pinched by a thought. “I know you. I know your weaknesses, Nadia. I also know where to find that darling sister you are so protective of.”I shook a sharp breath in, “You wouldn’t dare.”“A desperate man would do anything, and you are making me very desperate.”He truly would do anything to keep me leashed to him. He would find Annie. He would bait me with her.“I need you to stay with me, Nadia. I have sacrificed so much for you. Don’t you get it? You and me, we are more than life. We are more than this. Without you I will crumple into ruins.” The earnestly behind his words shuddered his breath. Weakened his body. I blinked at the poetry of it. At first I thought I was the wax, bending and breaking within Diesel’s presence, but it turned out I was the flame. I was destroying him.“You forget.” I turned the gun against my own head. “I know your weakness too.”
September 21, 2016
The Surrendered by Case Maynard - Review
Title: The SurrenderedAuthor: Case MaynardGenre: YA DystopianTitle Series: The Surrendered SeriesPublisher: Blaze PublishingHosted by: Lady Amber’s PR
Blurb: After a financial collapse devastates the United States, the new government imposes a tax on the nation’s most valuable resource—the children.Surrendered at age ten—after her parents could no longer afford her exorbitant fees—Vee Delancourt has spent six hard years at the Mills, alongside her twin, Oliver. With just a year to freedom, they do what they can to stay off the Master’s radar. But when Vee discovers unspeakable things happening to the younger girls in service, she has no choice but to take a stand—a decision that lands her on the run and outside the fence for the first time since the System robbed her of her liberty.Vee knows the Master will stop at nothing to prove he holds ultimate authority over the Surrendered. But when he makes a threat that goes beyond what even she considers possible, she accepts the aid of an unlikely group of allies. Problem is, with opposing factions gunning for the one thing that might save them all, Vee must find a way to turn oppression and desperation into hope and determination—or risk failing all the children and the brother she left behind.
The Surrendered is a stunning debut novel from author Case Maynard. This is a new and unique dystopian story which is a breath of fresh air. The writing is superb and I think this author and this book will go places. I recommend it to all lovers of this genre. 4/5 stars
With over 20 years’ experience in the legal and medical fields, Case Maynard decided to trade in her briefs and reports to write the stories that have been floating around in her head since childhood. She lives with her two teenagers and husband in South Georgia, while maintaining a long-distance liaison with her oldest daughter and partner in crime in Alaska. When not writing, she enjoys reading as often as possible, binge watching anything good on Netflix, and all things NCAA football (Go Noles!). You can learn more about Case and her stories on her website.Author Links: Amazon: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorcasemaynard/?fref=tsWeb: https://casemaynard.com/Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6032953.Case_MaynardTwitter: https://twitter.com/Case_MaynardBuy Links: Amazon: http://amzn.to/2d8qVpEB&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-surrendered-case-maynard/1124086884?ean=2940153389431
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September 16, 2016
Soul Finder by Jacinta Maree - Release Day Blitz + Giveaway
Title: Soul Finder: The Immortal Gene, Book 2Author: Jacinta MareeGenre: NA DystopianPublisher: Inked Rabbit PublishingCover Designer: Thander Lin: las-t.deviantart.com artstation.com/artist/las-tHosted by: Lady Amber's Reviews & PR
Blurb: Since being discovered as Soulless, Nadia has become a target for both terrorist groups and government corporations. Now, her only hope for survival rests in the hands of the man sent out to kill her: Diesel, the Mad Dog terrorist.Diesel is determined to free himself of the never ending curse of reincarnation and the haunting memories that plague his mind. But when his search leads him to Nadia, a greater desire stills him from taking her life.Unable to see into Diesel's cracking mind, Nadia instead puts her faith into his strength, fueled by eleven generations of unmatched rage and insanity. Their tight-rope relationship balances the two between life and death, love and rage, trust and betrayal.Tension pulls at the hems of their dangerous companionship, and as time runs out all madmen must eventually make their choice.Book two of the thrilling Immortal Gene series dives deeper into the danger of trusting your heart over your head.Readers discretion: Adult language, violence and some adult scenes. For mature audiences only.
Born in Melbourne Australia, Jacinta Maree considers herself a chocoholic with an obsession with dragons, video gaming and Japan. She writes a variety of genres including YA paranormal, steampunk, horror, new adult, dystopian and fantasy. Winner of 2014 Horror of the year and bestselling author, Jacinta writes to bring enjoyment to others while fulfilling her own need to explore the weird and the impossible.Author Links: Site: http://jacintamaree.wix.com/jacintamaree Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jacinta.maree.10Deviant art: http://jacintamaree.deviantart.com/Twitter: jacintamaree6.comGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/showAmazon: http://amzn.to/2d3nkfkBuy Links: Soulless: http://amzn.to/2cuogqYSoul Finder: http://amzn.to/2chtNSc
Diesel slowly stood. “I have been thinking a lot lately. About how delicate this situation is. I have had many experiences in hostage situations. But you are different. Difficult.” He stepped around the table. I shuffled back. His voice dropped and curled with a gentle accent that didn’t suit his pitch. A Russian accent, spoken through an English voice. Krane. He jabbed at his own temple with the gun. “You’ve done something to me, you’ve planted this desire into my head. Something I need to stamp out.” His eyes shot down and his eyebrows twitched, pinched by a thought. “I know you. I know your weaknesses, Nadia. I also know where to find that darling sister you are so protective of.”I shook a sharp breath in, “You wouldn’t dare.”“A desperate man would do anything, and you are making me very desperate.”He truly would do anything to keep me leashed to him. He would find Annie. He would bait me with her.“I need you to stay with me, Nadia. I have sacrificed so much for you. Don’t you get it? You and me, we are more than life. We are more than this. Without you I will crumple into ruins.” The earnestly behind his words shuddered his breath. Weakened his body. I blinked at the poetry of it. At first I thought I was the wax, bending and breaking within Diesel’s presence, but it turned out I was the flame. I was destroying him.“You forget.” I turned the gun against my own head. “I know your weakness too.”
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Irresistible by Becky Elizabeth Anderson - Cover Reveal
I can't tell you how excited i am to bring you this lady's new book cover today. It's been about 4 years since i met her and she's my sister from another mister. I cannot wait to get my hands on this book!
*COVER REVEAL*Title: Irresistible Author: Becky Elizabeth Anderson Genre: Contemporary/Dark Romance Cover Design: Stina Rubio/Cover Lust Designs Release: November 2016 Synopsis:The best things in life are hard to resist...Arrogant. Dominant. Always. In. Control.Private security for the Hollywood A-list, Daniel Stark knows he can have whoever he wants in his bed, and anyone is welcome...for a night. Love is nothing but weakness.But he's about to find out that not everyone is willing to play by his rules. Not everyone can be so easily bent beneath his will.Not everyone is so easy to leave behind.Can a man who's been running all his life ever stand still long enough to let someone in, to relent the control he's so tirelessly fought to maintain? Like fire and oil, they have ignited something in each other that can't be tamed. But when you're playing with fire, someone will always get burned...For all the latest updates, teasers and more, follow Becky on social media:- Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/beckyelizabethauthorTwitter; @BeckyWrites23 Instagram; @b.elizabeth3
*COVER REVEAL*Title: Irresistible Author: Becky Elizabeth Anderson Genre: Contemporary/Dark Romance Cover Design: Stina Rubio/Cover Lust Designs Release: November 2016 Synopsis:The best things in life are hard to resist...Arrogant. Dominant. Always. In. Control.Private security for the Hollywood A-list, Daniel Stark knows he can have whoever he wants in his bed, and anyone is welcome...for a night. Love is nothing but weakness.But he's about to find out that not everyone is willing to play by his rules. Not everyone can be so easily bent beneath his will.Not everyone is so easy to leave behind.Can a man who's been running all his life ever stand still long enough to let someone in, to relent the control he's so tirelessly fought to maintain? Like fire and oil, they have ignited something in each other that can't be tamed. But when you're playing with fire, someone will always get burned...For all the latest updates, teasers and more, follow Becky on social media:- Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/beckyelizabethauthorTwitter; @BeckyWrites23 Instagram; @b.elizabeth3
September 10, 2016
Unrest by Wendy Higgins - Cover Reveal
Book 1: UNKNOWN
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Unknown on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28821675-unknown?ac=1&from_search=true
Book 1: UNREST
Blurb
Being on the run in the desert means food and sanctuary are hard to come by, but Amber Tate and her crew are not about to give up. Not after having so many of the things they love brutally ripped from them by the unknown enemy who sent their world into an apocalypse.
Survival takes precedence, but once safe shelter is found, their guards fall and the emotions they’ve been holding in are finally released. Anger, insecurities...lust. Amber, Rylen, Tater, and Remy cannot escape it in their tight quarters. The past must be faced, and passions run even stronger in the darkest of times.
In the midst of unrest, their worlds are rocked again when the truth is made known about the war that’s ruined their lives. They thought finding out who the enemy was would give them the edge; instead it’s revealed terrifying dangers they never thought possible.
Unrest on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30344064-unrest?ac=1&from_search=true
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Unknown by Wendy Higgins Giveaway ends October 10, 2016.
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Unknown on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28821675-unknown?ac=1&from_search=true
Book 1: UNREST
Blurb
Being on the run in the desert means food and sanctuary are hard to come by, but Amber Tate and her crew are not about to give up. Not after having so many of the things they love brutally ripped from them by the unknown enemy who sent their world into an apocalypse.
Survival takes precedence, but once safe shelter is found, their guards fall and the emotions they’ve been holding in are finally released. Anger, insecurities...lust. Amber, Rylen, Tater, and Remy cannot escape it in their tight quarters. The past must be faced, and passions run even stronger in the darkest of times.
In the midst of unrest, their worlds are rocked again when the truth is made known about the war that’s ruined their lives. They thought finding out who the enemy was would give them the edge; instead it’s revealed terrifying dangers they never thought possible.
Unrest on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30344064-unrest?ac=1&from_search=true
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September 2, 2016
Catch and Release by Jennifer Martinez - Cover Reveal
Catch and Release
Synopsis:Lila is one of the last Succubi alive. After the anti-paranormal group known only as "Corporate" attacks her family's tribe she is completely alone, until she meets Artie.He knew better than to let his emotions get the best of him but with her he couldn't help it. Now he is stuck with Lila and he can never tell if its the bond he forged or her choice that keeps them together. Corporate is closing in on the pair and the only option to save the two of them is to risk losing the only person he cares about."If you love someone, set them free. If they come back they’re yours; if they don’t they never were."Always hunt to Catch and Release.Add it to your TBR listCheck out the rest of The Hotel Paranormal SeriesRelease Date:March 1, 2017About the Author:
One day while slaving away at her monotonous day job, Jennifer Martinez found her true calling. Like a firefly in the night, the pages called to her. Once she caught the bug there was no stopping it. Her fingers flew furiously across the keyboard winding tales of love, mystery and anger. She snapped out of her reverie to find herself still behind the desk but at least she knew who she was… Author Jennifer Martinez.I like to think of myself as a beautiful conundrum. When I am not writing, I can be found surrounded by my amazing family or doing yoga at the beach. I love who I am and don’t mind at all when I get strange looks from people. I am a tattoo covered, child and animal lover who looks forward to destroying peoples preconceived notions of what “someone like me” would be interested in. You only live life once… you may as well make it interesting.I love to get lost in a good book and hope that everyone will get lost in mine. Links:Jennifer Martinez Official WebpageJennifer Martinez on FacebookJennifer Martinez on TwitterJennifer Martinez on AmazonJennifer Martinez on PinterestJennifer Martinez on LibbooJennifer Martinez on Wattpad
Synopsis:Lila is one of the last Succubi alive. After the anti-paranormal group known only as "Corporate" attacks her family's tribe she is completely alone, until she meets Artie.He knew better than to let his emotions get the best of him but with her he couldn't help it. Now he is stuck with Lila and he can never tell if its the bond he forged or her choice that keeps them together. Corporate is closing in on the pair and the only option to save the two of them is to risk losing the only person he cares about."If you love someone, set them free. If they come back they’re yours; if they don’t they never were."Always hunt to Catch and Release.Add it to your TBR listCheck out the rest of The Hotel Paranormal SeriesRelease Date:March 1, 2017About the Author:One day while slaving away at her monotonous day job, Jennifer Martinez found her true calling. Like a firefly in the night, the pages called to her. Once she caught the bug there was no stopping it. Her fingers flew furiously across the keyboard winding tales of love, mystery and anger. She snapped out of her reverie to find herself still behind the desk but at least she knew who she was… Author Jennifer Martinez.I like to think of myself as a beautiful conundrum. When I am not writing, I can be found surrounded by my amazing family or doing yoga at the beach. I love who I am and don’t mind at all when I get strange looks from people. I am a tattoo covered, child and animal lover who looks forward to destroying peoples preconceived notions of what “someone like me” would be interested in. You only live life once… you may as well make it interesting.I love to get lost in a good book and hope that everyone will get lost in mine. Links:Jennifer Martinez Official WebpageJennifer Martinez on FacebookJennifer Martinez on TwitterJennifer Martinez on AmazonJennifer Martinez on PinterestJennifer Martinez on LibbooJennifer Martinez on Wattpad
