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November 1, 2015
Erin the Fire Goddess Series by Lavinia Urban - Spotlight
Book 1: The Beginning
Erin Tait is a 15 year old girl, who thinks of herself as a freak. She's moves to her parent’s home town of Galladale, where all is not what it seems. On her first day at school, she meets Sean Jackson. Instantly she is besotted with him. But this results in her being targeted by a girl called Jessica Watson. She has one warning. Stay away from Sean! But he is everywhere she goes, even in her dreams. Which are soon taken over by Jessica's threats and actions against Erin are taken in school. Erin is scared, lonely and confused. Who can she turn to? Will Jessica stop this hate campaign? And can Erin control the fire within?
http://www.smarturl.it/erinthefiregoddess1
Book 2: Betrayal
Most 15 year old girls usually only worry about what clothes to wear, but not Erin Tait. Erin just has to try not to set fire to anything. Easier said than done when she can’t control it. Louise Clarke is a new girl who seems to have some type of seductive power and she says she can have any man she wants, but the only man she wants right now is Sean. After discovering the diary of her great grandmother, Elizabeth Tait, Erin realises that all is not what it seems. Or rather not everyone is who they seem to be. Who is the invisible man? And what secrets does he hold? Can Erin stay away from him? And can she keep Louise away from Sean?
http://www.smarturl.it/erinthefiregoddess1
Book 3: Torment
Erin ran away from Sean's birthday party after she witnessed Sean and Louise kiss.
Her world has since been torn apart by the pain caused by Sean's Betrayal and the fire is not only burning on the outside but from within, threatening to strip her of her sanity.
Can Erin handle the Torment that Louise and Sean are inflicting on her?
Can she fight the burning from inside?
Follow Erin on her emotional roller-coaster as she begins to learn to control her fire powers and a friendship soon starts to blossom when Erin begins to learn self-defence.
Her appearance begins to change when she starts fighting with those around her.
Everyone, but Erin, believes that Sean is under some kind of spell and they will go to extreme lengths to prove it.
What will happen in this third instalment?
smarturl.it/erinthefiregoddess3Book 3.5: Jo's Story
*** THIS BOOK IS TO BE READ AFTER TORMENT ***
Jo Smith is not your normal human being. Half fairy and half witch, Jo grew up living with her aunt and uncle, along with her cousins. Life seemed to be going good for a change, that was until she met Dr Hammersmith and the life that was once normal is turned upside down when she agrees to go and work for him.
Jo soon discovers that not all humans are the same, some are unique and special.
She is given a mission to keep a close eye on Dr Hammersmith and look out for a girl called Erin who can help so many people.
Follow the story of Jo and find out what she really does for Dr Hammersmith.
smarturl.it/erinthefiregoddess35 Book 4: Changes
Could a simple 'I love you' really break a spell?
Dr Hammersmith is angry and Erin and Sean have to try and escape.
Can Erin deal with the Betrayal and Torment Sean put her through?
Kate thinks she sees Helen and is confused. She thought she'd killed her years ago.
Now Kate knows she's innocent. Will Charlotte believe her? Will she be able to prove it?
Is Sean really back to normal? Is he truly completely free from the spell that bound him or has he changed?
Jo is convinced she has found someone with a new power but can she convince his mother?
Everything is changing fast. Can Erin and her friends cope?
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Book 5: Ripples
The village of Galladale is in mourning. There is a killer on the loose and they have one thing on their mind…..revenge.
Erin dives to the depths of the lake to the Merpeople’s realm where she is shown an entrance to the Rock. But is Erin ready to discover what is really inside? And will the killer be caught before they strike again?
http://smarturl.it/RipplesBook 6: Destruction
There is a war coming.
Decisions have to be made.
Lives will be lost.
The end is nigh.
Whilst Erin is taking her exams, the rest of Galladale is preparing for the army that is coming.
A crucial discovery is the key to saving lives, but can it withstand the pending destruction?
What does General Malcolm Roberts want? Will he be able to rescue Sophie before it’s too late?
What will happen in this final instalment? hyperurl.co/etfgdestruction
About Lavinia Urban
Lavinia originally grew up in Cheshire and now lives in a small village just outside of Edinburgh with her husband and two daughters.Writing has always been something that Lavinia have loved since an early age but it wasn't until 2010 when the idea came to her to write Erin the Fire Goddess. Lavinia chose to name the main character and her sister after her two daughters, who inspire Lavinia to write every day.
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October 29, 2015
Do what's right for you
So lately, you may have noticed i haven't been myself.
If you haven't, then don't be alarmed. I am okay. Just.
I'll fill you in on what's been going on in my life.
You may or may not know that i've had a few losses in my life lately. My furbaby, my kitty cat Smokey passed away in July, and less than a month later, my Nanna went to heaven too. Both had very long lives and were lucky they reached the ages they did. (Smokey was almost 14, and Nanna was 90 years.) They both did amazingly well to get to where they were.
But old age caught up with them.
Anyway i won't bore you with my sappy story.
During this time i had been writing the fifth Legend of the Archangel book.
As any artist would know, a creative outlet is the best way of dealing with the pain of loss or any emotional event in one's life.
I tried. I wasn't dealing.
I was drowning.
There's also the matter of finanicial stresses that caused me to reach breaking point.
Book sales were slow and i was paying off a trip to Europe i wasn't sure was going to happen. (World Youth Day.)
Anyway, long story short, on Sunday after many tears i made a decison to cut the things that were making me upset and stressed, out of my life.
I pulled out of World Youth Day and separated myself from all situations which were causing me distress. (Let's not get started on bullies.) Bullies are real, people. As a good friend told me. They are real even in adulthood. But the good thing about adulthood, is that you have a bit more life experience to pull from to deal with these situations. (Sometimes it fails in the case of me, the most socially awkward person ever!) And let's not get started on the reasons why adulthood is bad. Sometimes adulting is hard. That's why i hide in my writing cave and play with my funko figurines.
But right now, today, i feel good.
My health is improving (something that has also been getting me down.) I've always been self conscious about my body, body odour and all that. TMI. Sorry.
But have you ever gotten a whiff of another girl or guy and had body odour envy, in a good way? Like, they're wearing the yummiest perfume or they just naturally smell amazing?
I can't be the only one!
I have body odour envy all the time. How on earth do you girls stay smelling amazing all day? Is it your shampoo? Your perfume? Your body lotion? Do you just sweat candy or something?
Anyway, I've changed shampoo and now i have the most amazing smelling hair the first time in my life. I smell like a pina colada!
There was something else i was going to talk about…. what was it? Oh, yeah!
Stop listing to negative people telling you what you should do with your own life. YOU should do what is right for YOU! i've stopped listening to these people and my life is better for it. Don't let judgemental bitches rule your life! You own your body and life, not them.
In other news, book sales have also picked up. Yay! October has been amazing so far and i hope this momentum stays. Oh, and i am still going to Europe, but with my parents. I can't wait!
If you haven't, then don't be alarmed. I am okay. Just.
I'll fill you in on what's been going on in my life.
You may or may not know that i've had a few losses in my life lately. My furbaby, my kitty cat Smokey passed away in July, and less than a month later, my Nanna went to heaven too. Both had very long lives and were lucky they reached the ages they did. (Smokey was almost 14, and Nanna was 90 years.) They both did amazingly well to get to where they were.
But old age caught up with them.
Anyway i won't bore you with my sappy story.
During this time i had been writing the fifth Legend of the Archangel book.
As any artist would know, a creative outlet is the best way of dealing with the pain of loss or any emotional event in one's life.
I tried. I wasn't dealing.
I was drowning.
There's also the matter of finanicial stresses that caused me to reach breaking point.
Book sales were slow and i was paying off a trip to Europe i wasn't sure was going to happen. (World Youth Day.)
Anyway, long story short, on Sunday after many tears i made a decison to cut the things that were making me upset and stressed, out of my life.
I pulled out of World Youth Day and separated myself from all situations which were causing me distress. (Let's not get started on bullies.) Bullies are real, people. As a good friend told me. They are real even in adulthood. But the good thing about adulthood, is that you have a bit more life experience to pull from to deal with these situations. (Sometimes it fails in the case of me, the most socially awkward person ever!) And let's not get started on the reasons why adulthood is bad. Sometimes adulting is hard. That's why i hide in my writing cave and play with my funko figurines.
But right now, today, i feel good.
My health is improving (something that has also been getting me down.) I've always been self conscious about my body, body odour and all that. TMI. Sorry.
But have you ever gotten a whiff of another girl or guy and had body odour envy, in a good way? Like, they're wearing the yummiest perfume or they just naturally smell amazing?
I can't be the only one!
I have body odour envy all the time. How on earth do you girls stay smelling amazing all day? Is it your shampoo? Your perfume? Your body lotion? Do you just sweat candy or something?
Anyway, I've changed shampoo and now i have the most amazing smelling hair the first time in my life. I smell like a pina colada!
There was something else i was going to talk about…. what was it? Oh, yeah!
Stop listing to negative people telling you what you should do with your own life. YOU should do what is right for YOU! i've stopped listening to these people and my life is better for it. Don't let judgemental bitches rule your life! You own your body and life, not them.
In other news, book sales have also picked up. Yay! October has been amazing so far and i hope this momentum stays. Oh, and i am still going to Europe, but with my parents. I can't wait!
October 26, 2015
His Lullaby Baby by Airicka Phoenix - Blog Tour + review
Title: His Lullaby Baby Author: Airicka Phoenix Genre: Contemporary RomanceHosted by: Lady Amber's Tours
Blurb: Nothing ever happens by accident.Ex-combat search and rescue officer Toby McClain had seen all aspects of humanity in his ten years of service until friendly fire took him out of action. But bitterness was something Toby could never do. He was alive. He had his family and, after being ambushed by a door, he had his eyes on the sexy new innkeeper.
Adelaide Nixon had felt the burn of love once already. It was a mistake that cost her six years of her life. It was a punishment she never wanted to feel again, especially when there were two little people who depended on her to keep them safe. The last thing she wanted or needed was the attention of a guy whose family kept the gossip mills turning.
But no secret ever stays hidden in a place like Willow Creek. Even as Toby breaks through Addy’s walls, a new threat comes to town, leaving her no choice but to put more than her heart in Toby’s hands and trust him not to destroy her.
→ Goodreads: http://goo.gl/eylIc1
My Review:
This is the final instalment of the Baby Saga, and i think it's the best one yet! Toby and Addy are so cute. I like learning about Addy's past, which was just horrible. But the thing I know about these books is there is always a happy ending. I'm sad to say goodbye to one my favourite literary families. If you haven't checked out these books, I urge you to right now! 5/5 stars!
Author Bio: Airicka is the prolific author of over eighteen novels for those who crave strong, female leads, sexy alpha heroes and out of control desires. She's a multi genre author who writes young adult, new adult and adult contemporary and paranormal romance.
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Excerpt: “I’m sorry,” she whispered, not sure why. It wasn’t like it was her fault. His chin tilted in her direction. Shadows played chase across that beautifully defined lines of his face from the kitchen lights breaking through the windows. They glimmered off the velvety surface of his breathtaking eyes and collected in dark pools in the hollows of his cheeks and temples. She stared hypnotized as he studied her. “What are you doing, Addy?”Having not been doing anything, Addy gave a start at the gruff demand. Her thought scattered as she tried to think. “I’m not—”Surprisingly warm fingers cut through the space between them and ghosted lightly along the side of her cheek. The feather light caress rocked her all the way to her toes. “Toby…”The light shifted and she could just make out the slow curl of his lips. “You just can’t seem to make up your mind which one to call me, can you?” The fingers drifted back and curled around the nape of her neck. She was dragged to him and positioned with her hips cradled between hard thighs. “If it makes any difference, the way you breathe my name, the way you say it with just a hint of pleading, makes me all kinds of crazy with the need to devour you.”Shit.His fingers tightened in her hair, locking her in place, helpless to do anything more than allow it when he pulled her closer. Her hands flew to his shoulders.“Kiss me, Addy.”She should have said no. Commonsense demanded it. Logic and rationality insisted. But his mouth was right there, a delicious, taunting sin begging her for just one taste. Her fingers curled into the material of his sweater, gripping him like a life preserver even as he was the one pulling her under. Her body dipped into his, no longer under her control. His heady scent of man, soap, and cheesecake consumed what little sense she had remaining.She kissed him.
October 22, 2015
Pretend by Stacey Nash - Cover Reveal
Check out the ALL new covers for the Oxley College Saga by Stacey Nash, and for the first time ever, see the cover for the new book! The Oxley College Saga is comprised of three standalone books that follow the journey of a group of university students who reside in Oxley College (a resident hall). Together they face the reality of life’s imperfections and learn to love, trust and accept.
Pretend... by Stacey NashSeries: Oxley College Release date: November 26 2015 Preorder: iBooks
Pretend... Oxley College Saga
GiveawayEnter to win a $10 Amazon giftcard (open internationally)!
About the Author
Writing for the young adult market, Stacey's books are all adventure filled stories with a good dose of danger, a smattering of romance, and plenty of kissing! Her debut novel, Forget Me Not was released as a three book series through HarperCollins Australia during 2014 / 2015. And her Oxley College Series is available now. Hailing from the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, she loves nothing more than immersing herself in the beauty and culture of the local area.
WEBSITE | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST | INSTAGRAM Other books in the series
Reading order: Doesn't matter!Book: Shh!Series: Oxley College SagaPurchase: Amazon | Kobo | B&N | iBooks | GoodreadsBook: Wait!Series: Oxley College SagaPurchase: Amazon | Kobo | B&N | iBooks | Goodreads
Pretend... by Stacey NashSeries: Oxley College Release date: November 26 2015 Preorder: iBooks
Pretend... Oxley College Saga
Life’s easy when everything’s fake. Savannah West had it all: popularity, good grades and a family who loved her, but how quickly things can change. Living half a state away doesn’t stop the painful memories of her past ripping her heart in two. And sometimes lies are easier than coping with the truth. The thing she didn’t bank on was Dane Beaumont. A blast from her horrendous past, he’s the last person she expected to run into at college … and it’s not just because he knows the truth. Hot as sin, he’s more off limits than generic brand clothing, but staying away isn’t easy when he insists on looking out for her. Dealing with the reality of idea of her place in the world, Savvy must face the guy who tears down all her carefully placed walls and pull herself together. It’s time to grow up----
GiveawayEnter to win a $10 Amazon giftcard (open internationally)!
About the Author
Writing for the young adult market, Stacey's books are all adventure filled stories with a good dose of danger, a smattering of romance, and plenty of kissing! Her debut novel, Forget Me Not was released as a three book series through HarperCollins Australia during 2014 / 2015. And her Oxley College Series is available now. Hailing from the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, she loves nothing more than immersing herself in the beauty and culture of the local area. WEBSITE | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST | INSTAGRAM Other books in the series
Reading order: Doesn't matter!Book: Shh!Series: Oxley College SagaPurchase: Amazon | Kobo | B&N | iBooks | GoodreadsBook: Wait!Series: Oxley College SagaPurchase: Amazon | Kobo | B&N | iBooks | Goodreads
October 18, 2015
Willow Creek Vampires by Stephanie Summers - Book Blitz
Title: Willow Creek Vampire Series Author: Stephanie SummersGenre: Paranormal RomanceHosted by: Lady Amber's Tours
Blurb: Welcome to Willow Creek, where life is simple, crime is practically nonexistent, and people are happy—unless you’re Sabine Crowley. On her eighteenth birthday, she receives word that she’s the latest offering in a two hundred year arrangement between the townspeople and the vampire lord who presides over the town. There goes her plan for traveling the world, moving away from Willow Creek, and pursuing her dreams. Now that she’s being sent to live with the vampires, she’s tied to the town and cocky newcomer Remy, the vampire she’s tasked to feed for the rest of her life. The Willow Creek Vampires Series follows Sabine’s journey through finding out she’s the next offering, to falling in love, to doing everything she can to hold onto and save the love she never thought she’d find, all while searching for a way to freedom.
Stephanie Summers is a paranormal and contemporary romance author. She recently from West Virginia University with a degree in accounting, though writing is her true passion. Stephanie seemed to always have a story or two or ten running around in her mind. At the ripe old age of 30, she finally decided it was time to put aside the thought that she didn't have what it took to write a novel and began writing her first story. She has since published her first paranormal series, The Willow Creek Vampires Series, with Craving (Book #1), Haunting (Book #2), and Awakening (Book #3) available now. Her short story, Love Forgotten, was chosen to be published in Stardust: A Futuristic Romance Collection, and another short story, Saved by the Bear, is available now. Her contemporary rock star romance, Take Me On, was released in July 2015, with its sequel, Take Me Home, scheduled to release later this year.Author Links:Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorstephaniesummersTwitter: www.twitter.com/authorsasummersWebsite: www.authorstephaniesummers.comBuy Link:Amazon: http://amzn.to/1GN73z7
He stood looking out the window at nothing. Not turning toward her, he spoke. “You were never in any real danger. You know that, right?”“I get that, but that’s not what I’m having issues with… that’s not what scares me.”“What is it then?” “You.” His body stiffened as he heard the fear in her voice. His head turned slightly in her direction. “You scared me before, but I’m absolutely terrified of you now. You bit me when you said you wouldn’t, and I’ve never seen someone be as violent as you were. I’ve never seen someone die right in front of me, let alone witnessing such a violent death.” “I didn’t bite you.” He continued looking out the window again, and his body relaxed. “I saw my blood dripping off your teeth and running down your chin. Now you’re going to lie about it?”“It wasn’t your blood. It was mine. I meant it when I said I wouldn’t feed on you in front of all them.”“Oh… I saw the blood, and I thought,” she trailed off in mid-sentence. “I guess that’s why it didn’t hurt. I thought maybe you just made it so I didn’t feel it.” “I wanted them to believe I was feeding from you, so I bit the inside of my lip. That’s why I kept my mouth on your neck for so long. I knew some of them were watching us. If I hadn’t pretended to feed on you, things could have turned sour fast, and it’s not like I could tell you my intentions without alerting everyone else.” He turned to face her just as she reached up and placed her hand on the spot his mouth had been focused on. He saw lust flash briefly in her eyes. Though he would never admit it to her, he enjoyed being close to her. He planned to tease her about kissing her and sucking on her neck, and he was going to act like he was the pig she thought he was, but he would never tell her how much he enjoyed being so close to her. His lips ached to kiss her again. “Then what was with killing that guy? All for a necklace?” Sabine shook her head and looked at him incredulously. “You could just buy another.”He looked down at the floor. He couldn’t stand making eye contact with her while he revealed the story so close to his heart. “It isn’t just a necklace. It’s my mother’s, and later belonged to my wife. That necklace is the only item I possessed that belonged to either of them, and he stole it from me.”“I didn’t realize you still had feelings like that. You made it seem like you don’t care about anything,” she said, moving to the side of the bed closest to him and sat down.“I do care about a few things. I may put on a tough exterior, but some feelings linger.”“So, it has sentimental value... couldn’t you just take it back? Did you have to kill him?”“Yes, I did. Everything I owned as a human was stripped from me by my father when I refused him. I managed to hide the necklace in a place he never suspected, and I retrieved it later. So, you see, it wasn’t just that it was theirs, but it was the only thing I had left from my mortal life. The necklace was the last bit of myself that I could still hold on to.” 
October 16, 2015
Surprise! The Dragon Heart series has had a makeover! + spinoff news.
I have thought long and hard about this, and decided that this will be the key to better sales for the series.I have decided to give the Dragon Heart series a makeover.I hope you like them.The stories inside are exactly the same, they've just had a facelift.I didn't want to spend much on this series because it was something fans wanted and wasn't planned.But one must do what is best for their business. I hope this pays off in the end.So without further ado, i give you the revamped Dragon Heart series!
Series: The Dragon Heart SeriesAuthor: L.L. HunterGenre: YA paranormal fantasy/ myths and legendsCover design: Cover Lust Designs https://www.facebook.com/coverlustdesigns?fref=ts
Book 1: The Dragon Heart Keeper: A Dragon Heart Prequel
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23877423-the-dragon-heart-keeper
Blurb
Framed for a crime he didn't commit, 18 year old Ash Brandon finds himself being whisked away to what he thought was jail. Until he wakes up the next morning feeling really strange. But what's more strange are the people he meets. When Ash discovers he is going through a frightening new metamorphosis, he has no choice but to trust these people. Until he meets their beautiful young daughter, Eva, his whole outlook on life changes and she helps him accept who he was destined to become. For they are the Keepers, and he is a Dragon Heart.
Available now. Download The Dragon Heart Keeper for FREE!
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00CSCT2R0iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/the-dragon-heart-keeper/id601176416?mt=11Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/the-dragon-heart-keeperNook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dragon-heart-keeper-ll-hunter/1114512096?ean=2940044295445
Book 2: Crave
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27152404-crave
Blurb
I remember excruciating pain. I remember unimaginable heat. I remember an undeniably beautiful young woman. But I’m not sure whether these things are real.
One year ago, Ash Brandon was framed and sent to an unknown realm where he learnt his fate. A fate where he held the blood of an ancient line of Dragon shifters called Dragon Hearts. The thing is, he can no longer remember. All he knows is that he is a nineteen-year-old guy who wants to study architecture and one day, take over the family business.
Then two beautiful girls show up in his life — one who is sexy as hell and could be the woman of his dreams, while the other claims to have known him from a past he cannot remember. Only there is one thing he can’t wrap his mind around — Why does he crave each of the girls?
A now eighteen-year-old Eva, a powerful Dragon Heart Keeper from the Dragon Realm, is punished by her parents and sent to the earthly realm by her witch maiden. Her memories have all been wiped clean, but why can she still remember Ash, and the undeniable bond they once shared?
Emily is a Siren princess, and she always gets what she wants. When she sets her sights on Ash, all bets are off. She will make him hers — if only his Keeper weren’t in the way.
Will Ash discover who he truly is before its too late? Or will his deadly addiction to both girls get him killed?
Crave Love - Crave Life - Crave Truth
Inspired by the short story, The Dragon Heart Keeper, also by L.L. Hunter
Available now
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00MR2H80OiBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/crave/id870955745?mt=11Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/crave-ll-hunter/1119370509?ean=2940045858069Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/crave-21
Book 3: Hunger
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27152409-hunger
Blurb
Eva and Ash thought they were safe. What they don’t know is someone is watching their every move. As the bounty on their head looms, Eva will do anything to protect Ash, even if it means trusting the enemy. Ash must learn to work with Henry if he is to survive, and Eva must put up with both boys—and her feelings for them. But their plan to escape the clutches of Eva's father is ruined when the trio is separated. To find their way back together, they must all confront their own demons—in order for them to confront the Man with the Fire in his Eyes.
When you’re the last of the Dragon Hearts, everyone hungers for your blood.
Crave Love. Crave Blood. Crave Death.
Available now
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00YGD2X9IiBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/hunger/id952932565?mt=11Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hunger-ll-hunter/1120940264?ean=2940046470239Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/hunger-82
Book 4: Thirst
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26134660-thirst
Blurb
Ash and Eva have been reunited.Henry has found his brother.Happily ever after. The end. Right?Wrong.They may be together, but all is not what it seems.They soon discover everyone has their own goals.Some want freedom. Some want blood. And most want answers.
Who will lose their life in the thirst for power?
Alliances will be forged, battles will be fought, and lines will be drawn.
In the thrilling conclusion to the Dragon Heart series, will Eva and Ash finally have their happily ever after?
Crave Power. Crave Blood. Crave Freedom.
Coming late 2016!!!
Pre-order Thirst now!
iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/thirst/id1009345946?mt=11 kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/thirst-34
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Now you may have read the title of this blog post and are thinking, news? what news? a spinoff? What?! What are you talking about???!!!
Here is the lowdown.You're reading this here first.
The Dragon Heart series will be getting a spin off.
I'll release a short prequel first that will probably be free or 99 cents, and then the first book will be released sometime in the future.The series will be called A Princess of Darkness, with the short prequel to be called Burn.The series will be set BEFORE The Dragon Heart series and will follow Eva's ancestor, Emmaline.Burn will probably be released late 2016 or early 2017.
Series: The Dragon Heart SeriesAuthor: L.L. HunterGenre: YA paranormal fantasy/ myths and legendsCover design: Cover Lust Designs https://www.facebook.com/coverlustdesigns?fref=ts
Book 1: The Dragon Heart Keeper: A Dragon Heart Prequel
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23877423-the-dragon-heart-keeper
Blurb
Framed for a crime he didn't commit, 18 year old Ash Brandon finds himself being whisked away to what he thought was jail. Until he wakes up the next morning feeling really strange. But what's more strange are the people he meets. When Ash discovers he is going through a frightening new metamorphosis, he has no choice but to trust these people. Until he meets their beautiful young daughter, Eva, his whole outlook on life changes and she helps him accept who he was destined to become. For they are the Keepers, and he is a Dragon Heart.
Available now. Download The Dragon Heart Keeper for FREE!
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00CSCT2R0iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/the-dragon-heart-keeper/id601176416?mt=11Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/the-dragon-heart-keeperNook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dragon-heart-keeper-ll-hunter/1114512096?ean=2940044295445
Book 2: Crave
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27152404-crave
Blurb
I remember excruciating pain. I remember unimaginable heat. I remember an undeniably beautiful young woman. But I’m not sure whether these things are real.
One year ago, Ash Brandon was framed and sent to an unknown realm where he learnt his fate. A fate where he held the blood of an ancient line of Dragon shifters called Dragon Hearts. The thing is, he can no longer remember. All he knows is that he is a nineteen-year-old guy who wants to study architecture and one day, take over the family business.
Then two beautiful girls show up in his life — one who is sexy as hell and could be the woman of his dreams, while the other claims to have known him from a past he cannot remember. Only there is one thing he can’t wrap his mind around — Why does he crave each of the girls?
A now eighteen-year-old Eva, a powerful Dragon Heart Keeper from the Dragon Realm, is punished by her parents and sent to the earthly realm by her witch maiden. Her memories have all been wiped clean, but why can she still remember Ash, and the undeniable bond they once shared?
Emily is a Siren princess, and she always gets what she wants. When she sets her sights on Ash, all bets are off. She will make him hers — if only his Keeper weren’t in the way.
Will Ash discover who he truly is before its too late? Or will his deadly addiction to both girls get him killed?
Crave Love - Crave Life - Crave Truth
Inspired by the short story, The Dragon Heart Keeper, also by L.L. Hunter
Available now
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00MR2H80OiBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/crave/id870955745?mt=11Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/crave-ll-hunter/1119370509?ean=2940045858069Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/crave-21
Book 3: Hunger
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27152409-hunger
Blurb
Eva and Ash thought they were safe. What they don’t know is someone is watching their every move. As the bounty on their head looms, Eva will do anything to protect Ash, even if it means trusting the enemy. Ash must learn to work with Henry if he is to survive, and Eva must put up with both boys—and her feelings for them. But their plan to escape the clutches of Eva's father is ruined when the trio is separated. To find their way back together, they must all confront their own demons—in order for them to confront the Man with the Fire in his Eyes.
When you’re the last of the Dragon Hearts, everyone hungers for your blood.
Crave Love. Crave Blood. Crave Death.
Available now
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B00YGD2X9IiBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/hunger/id952932565?mt=11Nook: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hunger-ll-hunter/1120940264?ean=2940046470239Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/hunger-82
Book 4: Thirst
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26134660-thirst
Blurb
Ash and Eva have been reunited.Henry has found his brother.Happily ever after. The end. Right?Wrong.They may be together, but all is not what it seems.They soon discover everyone has their own goals.Some want freedom. Some want blood. And most want answers.
Who will lose their life in the thirst for power?
Alliances will be forged, battles will be fought, and lines will be drawn.
In the thrilling conclusion to the Dragon Heart series, will Eva and Ash finally have their happily ever after?
Crave Power. Crave Blood. Crave Freedom.
Coming late 2016!!!
Pre-order Thirst now!
iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/thirst/id1009345946?mt=11 kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/thirst-34
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Now you may have read the title of this blog post and are thinking, news? what news? a spinoff? What?! What are you talking about???!!!
Here is the lowdown.You're reading this here first.
The Dragon Heart series will be getting a spin off.
I'll release a short prequel first that will probably be free or 99 cents, and then the first book will be released sometime in the future.The series will be called A Princess of Darkness, with the short prequel to be called Burn.The series will be set BEFORE The Dragon Heart series and will follow Eva's ancestor, Emmaline.Burn will probably be released late 2016 or early 2017.
October 13, 2015
Second Nature by AE Watson - Blog Tour + Review
Title: Second Nature (Crimson Cover Mysteries, Book Two)Author: A.E. Watson Genre: YA romance, horror, mystery, and thrillerHosted by: Lady Amber's Tours
Blurb: Flirting, first love, fighting for your life.All the things that represent a spectacular fall in Crimson Cove, named after the sight one sees when the trees all turn red in the crisp autumn air.When school starts and the events of the summer no one is likely to forget haven't been solved, the five girls decide to take matters into their own hands.But the problem with lifting stones to find the secrets hidden under them is that you never can tell just what lies beneath.For the five unlikely friends, what lies beneath involves each and every one of them.And as the story twists and turns, they start to see they are each connected to the murder and the disappearance still rocking the small sea side community.Don't miss the exciting second book in The Crimson Cove Mysteries.
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18131591-second-nature
My Reviews
Book 1: If at First
What can I say about this? This book totally blew my expectations out of the water. It has suspense and humour and just when you think you know who the killer is, Watson twists it up and shocks you. I can't wait to start the next one. If you like Pretty Little Liars you'll love this series!
Book 2: Second Nature
These books get better and better with each instalment. The author really knows how to write suspense, humour and teen drama. And again the mystery had me guessing until the very end. I thought I knew who the killer was once again but Watson is far too good at eluding the reader and keeping us guessing. I need book 3 now!
Author Bio:
I am the mother of two beautiful girls who are growing up so fast, the wife of a cute guy in a uniform (my own personal hero), and a writer.My family will tell you it doesn't exactly fall into that order. Especially around dinner time when I "Cook" from a takeout menu with my face plastered to my computer.
I also have two cats who I adore more than I should, like more than people I know, and a dog. He is a beagle who is naughty but just so darned cute. He gives you that little beagle face and then steals your slice of pizza.
I have a busy mind and even busier fingers. I can write fast and keep track of a large cast, but I can't remember why I'm at the grocery store. I try to write lists but they always end up being notes for books or indie bands. I LOVE INDIE MUSIC!
I talk to myself in the car and sing too loud for my skill level. The invention of Bluetooth has made talking in the car less awkward but if you hear me singing, run.
I love writing. I love my characters like they are my friends and I am telling their version of the truth.
My worst flaw is the horrid English accent which I read everything with. If I read aloud it comes too. I'm not English, so I can't even do the accent which makes it awkward for anyone who is nearby.
My favourite authors are Robert Jordan and Jane Austen and Robert Mccammon and Jim Crace. I think Stephen King and Dean Koontz have the most unique imaginations. I have the hardest time not LOVING Catcher In The Rye by J.D. Salinger. I know all the serial killers have a copy but I adored that novel. It made me feel a thousand different things and one of them was more alive. (And not in the least bit serial killer-ish)
When I grow up I want to be James Patterson or Nora Roberts. I aspire to be like them, always trying to hone my skills and work harder.
My genres are all over the map. I have Paranormal Romance, Contemporary Romance, Science Fiction, Erotica (under Sophie Starr my porn name so my mom doesn't know), Thrillers, and even some Romantic Comedies.
If you would like to reach me for whatever reason, please visit me at my facebook page -facebook.com/TaraBrownAuthor. You can also email me at tarabrownauthor@hotmail.com
Thanks for checking me out and I hope you got lost in something I wrote or it made you so HAPPY/SAD/BLISSFUL/TURNED ON/ANGRY/EXCITED/FRIGHTENED/HORRIFIED/MAD that you couldn't believe it.
The list of what is coming out this year is not completed. I will keep my Facebook page as up to date as I can.
Here is a short breakdown of my genres and pen names.
TARA BROWN- My main page and essentially my brand. Books published under Tara Brown will be adult and mostly suspense and romance. The Lonely and Single Lady Spy Series are among those. Not intended for young readers, at all. 18 and over.
AE WATSON - My pen name for Young Adult books. Born, HERE, The Seventh Day, White Girl Problems, etc. This is my page that is safe for YA readers of a mature reading level.
ERIN LEIGH - Adult Romance and Chick Lit. 18 and over recommended reading level.
TL BROWN - Adult Paranormal, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. NOT FOR YOUNG READERS AT ALL!!
SOPHIE STARR - Adult Only Erotica. NOT FOR YOUNG READERS AT ALL!!!!!!!!
Hope you have a great day and of course, happy reading! Remember to read at your comfort level. Not all books published by me, Tara Brown, are suited for everyone.
Author Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aewatson22Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4466023.A_E_Watson
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TaraBrown22
Web: http://tarabrown22.blogspot.ca/
Buy Links:
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Excerpt:
Halloween Scream
October 31, 2015
Sierra
The noise of the creaking stairs, the ones I had just crept up, sounded like it echoed in my ears. Someone had followed us here.
“Jake,” I whispered, hoping he was messing around. If he was, I would be angry. I lifted one leg after the other and slipped my high heels off, holding them both so I could tiptoe through the half-constructed mansion without making noise.
Jake didn't answer, but the footsteps had stopped from the moment I whispered.
The scary movie marathon we’d had before Rachel died flashed through my head, bringing ideas and memories with it. I tiptoed around the corner, brushing my Frankenstein’s bride dress on the rough edge where the unfinished walls met. The drywall scraped against me, making me wince as I hurried along the corridor to the back deck. Whoever was in the house with me was either moving silently too or they were standing still, listening.
Either way, I had a terrible feeling this wasn't a game.
That meant one thing: Jake was injured or hiding.
And I was alone.
My heart raced, my eyes burned from not blinking—fearful I would miss something—and my mouth was as dry as a mouthful of popcorn.
The floor creaked.
I froze.
“Sierra,” someone whispered into the dark.
My skin crawled when I realized it wasn't Jake. It wasn't his whisper. I’d heard that enough times, always in the dark, to know it wasn't him.
“Sierra, don't be scared.” It sounded like something it couldn't be, but I didn't believe. I stayed perfectly still, waiting for the moment I needed to run to the back deck and jump down onto the sandy beach.
What had the girls in the horror movies done wrong? What could I avoid? My mind raced, remembering the runners always got caught. They always got stabbed. Usually in the back. The thought of it made my skin burn where I imagined the knife would slice.
The hiders always got caught. They were the ones breathing too loudly or hiding in stupid places.
“Sierra, I won’t hurt you if you come to me.”
I squeezed my eyes shut for half a second and waited for the answer, the right choice, to pop into my head.
A dog barked, making me jump and open my eyes. The sound was joined by the creaking of the floorboards again.
With gentle breaths and controlled movements I crept along the hallway, entering the spot where the kitchen or master bedroom would likely go. The house was freshly sealed with windows and doors, but it was still in the drywall stage with plywood floors.
The massive back deck was through the white French doors, facing the beach and open ocean. The moon offered light, enough to make shadows move with me.
I hurried to an alcove I assumed would one day be a nook for a breakfast bar or maybe the ensuite soaker tub. I pressed my back against the wall and stared at the bright white French doors. If I could make it to them, I was free.
If only I had my cell phone, I could call the police or Jake or Vincent. Someone would come and help me. Even Ashton might answer.
But that wasn't an option. I scolded myself for my weakness in me and forced my focus to be on the doors. They were my answer. They were my hope.
As I exhaled and plotted my moment to run and everything I would do from that point on, the floor creaked in the hallway behind me.
It was now or never.
Live or die.
I took one more breath and pushed off from the wall…
October 9, 2015
Soulless by Jacinta Maree - Blog Tour + Review
Title: Soulless: The Immortal Gene, Book 1Author: Jacinta MareeGenre: Dystopian / Supernatural New AdultHosted by: Lady Amber's Tours
Blurb: Welcome to Soulless.
We are the generation that laughs at death.
Reincarnation; what was once considered a gift of immortality has become an eternity of nightmares.
Nadia Richards lives in a world plagued by reincarnation, a system of recycling souls where all past memories, personalities and traumatic events are relived daily in disjointed sequences. Trapped within their own warped realities, not even the richest and most powerful are saved from their own minds unraveling. Madness is the new human nature, and civilizations are crumpling beneath themselves trying to outrun it.
Within a society that ignores death, Nadia appears to be the one exception to the reincarnation trap. Born without any reincarnated memories and with printless eyes, the hot tempered 19 year old quickly becomes the ultimate prize to all those wishing to end the vicious cycle, or for some, to ensure they could evade death forever.
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26127014-soulless
My reviewSoulless is a fresh take on the dystopian genre. It is exciting and full of action. If you like Divergent or Taherah Mafi's Juliette Chronicles, then you'll enjoy Soulless! Some parts really grossed me out but I think that's an estimate of Jacinta's talent as a writer. Jacinta is a fantastic writer with an amazing imagination and I cannot wait to read more from her. 5/5 stars!
Author Bio: 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.10
Deviant art: http://jacintamaree.deviantart.com/
Twitter: jacintamaree6.com
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show
Buy Links:
Amazon -
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B014ONKO9K
Excerpt:
The world had turned to waste; immortality was never meant for man and it drove humanity to the edge of destruction. There had been plenty of stories about how the human race would end. Unlike the movies from Hollywood, there was no big bang like a sun exploding; there was no catastrophic moment where our world was flipped upside down like in a nuclear war or zombie virus outbreak. It was gradual, like a seeping virus that withered everything within its path until it ground us down into brittle, hollowed cores. It wasn’t out to destroy our bodies; it destroyed everything we once treasured. Hope, love, compassion, joy… even our mortality. It was all gone. And now it mocked us with a peace we could never achieve, death.
October 7, 2015
Their Mortal Sin by Airicka Phoenix - Cover Reveal
Title: Their Mortal Sin (Their Mortal Trilogy #1)Author: Airicka Phoenix Genre: Dark Paranormal RomanceHosted by: Lady Amber's Tours
Blurb: It started with a drink and ended with an earth shattering climax... Tori McCallister didn’t have time for fun or men. Her five year plan allowed for neither and that suited her just fine. Who needed hot, primal f*cking anyway? The man, the one who slipped up behind her at the bar, hiked up her skirt and made her come hard and fast right where she stood, was an animal. Wild and dangerous, and not human. His touch was sexual euphoria, his lips were the key to all the O’s she could possibly desire and, oh, he has a friend. But when passions run out of control and rules are broken, it’s up to them to protect the woman that doesn’t belong in their world. If they can keep their hands—and other body parts—off and out of her. Their Mortal: (Adult Paranormal Romance Trilogy)
Airicka is the prolific author of over eighteen novels for those who crave strong, female leads, sexy alpha heroes and out of control desires. She's a multi genre author who writes young adult, new adult and adult contemporary and paranormal romance. For more about Airicka and the realm she rules with an iron fist—and tons of chocolate—visit her at: Website: www.AirickaPhoenix.comNewsletter: http://eepurl.com/bydTqzAmazon Author Page: http://goo.gl/gnWOAJEmail: AirickaPhoenix@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/airicka.phoenixGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5823058.Airicka_PhoenixTwitter: https://twitter.com/AirickaPhoenix
October 6, 2015
Read the first chapter of the next Legend of the Archangel book!
I'm in a particularly generous mood today, so i thought i'd share the first chapter of the next Legend of the Archangel book with you. You won't read it anywhere else!
But first, i'll bring you up to speed on the rest of the series.
Book 1: The Chronicles of Fire and Ice
Download The Chronicles of Fire and Ice for FREE at all ebook retailers!
Amazon
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Nook
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Book 2: The Chronicles of Blood and Stone
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 3: The Chronicles of Silver and Gold
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 4: The Chronicles of Rain and Dreams
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 5: The Chronicles of Light and Dark (Coming November 30th, 2015)
(cover to be revealed early november!)
Pre-order The Chronicles of Light and Dark
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Read the first chapter of The Chronicles of Light and Dark, exclusive to this blog!(Copyrighted by me, L.L. Hunter. Unedited and subject to change. Any errors are entirely my fault)
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Everything was white.Everything was black.How could something be two things at once?Dyston didn’t remember the bullet. Was it a bullet? He only remembered leaping on top of his brother.And then the pain.The pain was unlike anything he had ever felt.“Lakyn?” He gasped. “Lakyn!” He eased himself off his brother’s body and slumped down on the palace’s cracked stone steps next to him. “Lake, look at me, buddy.”He looked up into the ice blue eyes of his older brother and saw a kind of blissful expression on his unshaven face. That look shot him right through the heart all over again. It hurt worse than the actual bullet.“It’s all right, little brother. It’s just a flesh wound. I should be worried about you. You’re hurt worse.” Lakyn reached out and touched Dyston’s chest. He brushed his fingertips over his brother’s skin sending some of his healing trait towards the affected area. There was a gaping hole in the middle of Dyston’s chest. The edges of the wound looked charred and blackened. What would cause a wound like this? It definitely wasn’t an arrow. No matter how many times Lakyn tried healing Dyston, it just wasn’t working.“I’m… so… sorry,” he gasped, before falling unconscious against the steps.“Lakyn? No. Don’t close your eyes. Lakyn? Lakyn!” He wasn’t answering him. Why wasn’t he answering him? He was about to shout for help when pain seized him and he fell onto the steps beside his brother.
***Scarlett checked her phone and the oak bedroom door. Dyston should have been here by now. Beth had probably wanted to spend more time with her youngest son before going back to her presidential duties. The door burst open and Scarlett shot up in her bed. She pulled the sheet up to her chin to cover herself. She’d dressed in the sexiest sleepwear she could find, a black lace nightgown, ready for the long awaited reunion with Dyston. But it was not Dyston who rushed into her room.“Em?”“Turn on the TV. Quick!” Scarlett blinked, barely registering what Emer was telling her to do. Thankfully she didn’t have to move off the bed. Emer found the remote control and switched on the wall-mounted flatscreen before joining her on the bed. Emer sat on the end and Scarlett moved to sit beside her. Emer nervously twirled her blonde ponytail around her finger.A new program was on the screen with the words ‘breaking news’ slashed across it. Emer turned up the volume. What they witnessed made their blood freeze.“We’re coming to you live from St Peter’s square in Vatican City, where it appears there has been a shooting,” the news reporter said. An unsteady helicopter camera shot filled the screen showing an aerial view of the square. The Palace could easily be seen on the left. When it zoomed in to focus on something on the steps of the palace, Scarlett’s breath caught in her throat.“No!” she whispered. It couldn’t be. She would know those two figures anywhere.“Now, it is not clear who was actually shot at this point, but it appears there were possibly two victims, both related.” A female reporter appeared on the screen, standing in front of the palace steps. She put her hand to her ear. “We’ve just got confirmation from the Nephilim Palace, home to the President of Nephilim society, that the victims are none other than The President’s own sons, Lakyn and Dyston Blackbell.”“Oh my God!” Emer exclaimed, her hand flew to her mouth. Scarlett couldn’t breathe.Scarlett swallowed the lump that had formed in her throat. She could still feel the familiar sting in her eyes as if she still had tears, but no liquid pooled there. She couldn’t speak. What words could convey how she felt?“The Blackbell brothers have been taken to the private Nephilim hospital where they’ll be undergoing emergency procedures in order to save them.” A montage of Lakyn filled the screen. It showed him leaving the palace and walking to a waiting car, at the airport walking to the Blackbell Inc private plane, always dressed in a well-cut suit. It also showed him shaking hands with powerful world leaders and Nephilim dignitaries – people whom he had done business with. Scarlett tuned out.“Lakyn Blackbell has become a public figure in recent years, heading his family business Blackbell Incorperated, which as you all you, created the angelic weapons most of you use today. The Blackbells also used to run an Academy in Melbourne Australia, until it was destroyed last year in a suspicious fire.”The last few words gave Scarlett pause.“Suspicious fire?” Emer questioned. “That was you. It was destroyed by you when you fell.”“I know,” Scarlett croaked. “It seems as though someone covered it up.”“That’s weird. I wonder who?”“Probably Beth or Zachariah… I’ve heard enough.” Scarlett turned off the TV when the reporter started to go on about how Lakyn became the head of the Lucifites with his father. Scarlett was glad there was no gossip about Dyston. She slipped off the bed and went to her closet.“You’re going to see him, aren’t you?” Emer asked, studying her best friend from the end of the bed. Scarlett nodded. “I have to. Something isn’t right about this. Lakyn has the ability to heal. He could heal Dyston and himself. There’s no way they could be mortally wounded.”“But the reporter said the news had come from the Palace, from Beth herself.” Scarlett finished dressing in jeans and a long sleeved black top, her boots and a leather jacket. She tied her long unruly red hair into a ponytail atop her head and strapped her dagger at her hip. “Something doesn’t feel right.” With one last glance at Emer, Scarlett left the room.***
The Chronicles of Light and Dark will be released November 30.The final installment, The Chronicles of Heart and Soul will be released late 2016 or early 2017.
But first, i'll bring you up to speed on the rest of the series.
Book 1: The Chronicles of Fire and Ice
Download The Chronicles of Fire and Ice for FREE at all ebook retailers!
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 2: The Chronicles of Blood and Stone
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 3: The Chronicles of Silver and Gold
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 4: The Chronicles of Rain and Dreams
Amazon
iBooks
Nook
Kobo
Book 5: The Chronicles of Light and Dark (Coming November 30th, 2015)
(cover to be revealed early november!)
Pre-order The Chronicles of Light and Dark
Amazon
iBooks
Kobo
Nook
Read the first chapter of The Chronicles of Light and Dark, exclusive to this blog!(Copyrighted by me, L.L. Hunter. Unedited and subject to change. Any errors are entirely my fault)
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Everything was white.Everything was black.How could something be two things at once?Dyston didn’t remember the bullet. Was it a bullet? He only remembered leaping on top of his brother.And then the pain.The pain was unlike anything he had ever felt.“Lakyn?” He gasped. “Lakyn!” He eased himself off his brother’s body and slumped down on the palace’s cracked stone steps next to him. “Lake, look at me, buddy.”He looked up into the ice blue eyes of his older brother and saw a kind of blissful expression on his unshaven face. That look shot him right through the heart all over again. It hurt worse than the actual bullet.“It’s all right, little brother. It’s just a flesh wound. I should be worried about you. You’re hurt worse.” Lakyn reached out and touched Dyston’s chest. He brushed his fingertips over his brother’s skin sending some of his healing trait towards the affected area. There was a gaping hole in the middle of Dyston’s chest. The edges of the wound looked charred and blackened. What would cause a wound like this? It definitely wasn’t an arrow. No matter how many times Lakyn tried healing Dyston, it just wasn’t working.“I’m… so… sorry,” he gasped, before falling unconscious against the steps.“Lakyn? No. Don’t close your eyes. Lakyn? Lakyn!” He wasn’t answering him. Why wasn’t he answering him? He was about to shout for help when pain seized him and he fell onto the steps beside his brother.
***Scarlett checked her phone and the oak bedroom door. Dyston should have been here by now. Beth had probably wanted to spend more time with her youngest son before going back to her presidential duties. The door burst open and Scarlett shot up in her bed. She pulled the sheet up to her chin to cover herself. She’d dressed in the sexiest sleepwear she could find, a black lace nightgown, ready for the long awaited reunion with Dyston. But it was not Dyston who rushed into her room.“Em?”“Turn on the TV. Quick!” Scarlett blinked, barely registering what Emer was telling her to do. Thankfully she didn’t have to move off the bed. Emer found the remote control and switched on the wall-mounted flatscreen before joining her on the bed. Emer sat on the end and Scarlett moved to sit beside her. Emer nervously twirled her blonde ponytail around her finger.A new program was on the screen with the words ‘breaking news’ slashed across it. Emer turned up the volume. What they witnessed made their blood freeze.“We’re coming to you live from St Peter’s square in Vatican City, where it appears there has been a shooting,” the news reporter said. An unsteady helicopter camera shot filled the screen showing an aerial view of the square. The Palace could easily be seen on the left. When it zoomed in to focus on something on the steps of the palace, Scarlett’s breath caught in her throat.“No!” she whispered. It couldn’t be. She would know those two figures anywhere.“Now, it is not clear who was actually shot at this point, but it appears there were possibly two victims, both related.” A female reporter appeared on the screen, standing in front of the palace steps. She put her hand to her ear. “We’ve just got confirmation from the Nephilim Palace, home to the President of Nephilim society, that the victims are none other than The President’s own sons, Lakyn and Dyston Blackbell.”“Oh my God!” Emer exclaimed, her hand flew to her mouth. Scarlett couldn’t breathe.Scarlett swallowed the lump that had formed in her throat. She could still feel the familiar sting in her eyes as if she still had tears, but no liquid pooled there. She couldn’t speak. What words could convey how she felt?“The Blackbell brothers have been taken to the private Nephilim hospital where they’ll be undergoing emergency procedures in order to save them.” A montage of Lakyn filled the screen. It showed him leaving the palace and walking to a waiting car, at the airport walking to the Blackbell Inc private plane, always dressed in a well-cut suit. It also showed him shaking hands with powerful world leaders and Nephilim dignitaries – people whom he had done business with. Scarlett tuned out.“Lakyn Blackbell has become a public figure in recent years, heading his family business Blackbell Incorperated, which as you all you, created the angelic weapons most of you use today. The Blackbells also used to run an Academy in Melbourne Australia, until it was destroyed last year in a suspicious fire.”The last few words gave Scarlett pause.“Suspicious fire?” Emer questioned. “That was you. It was destroyed by you when you fell.”“I know,” Scarlett croaked. “It seems as though someone covered it up.”“That’s weird. I wonder who?”“Probably Beth or Zachariah… I’ve heard enough.” Scarlett turned off the TV when the reporter started to go on about how Lakyn became the head of the Lucifites with his father. Scarlett was glad there was no gossip about Dyston. She slipped off the bed and went to her closet.“You’re going to see him, aren’t you?” Emer asked, studying her best friend from the end of the bed. Scarlett nodded. “I have to. Something isn’t right about this. Lakyn has the ability to heal. He could heal Dyston and himself. There’s no way they could be mortally wounded.”“But the reporter said the news had come from the Palace, from Beth herself.” Scarlett finished dressing in jeans and a long sleeved black top, her boots and a leather jacket. She tied her long unruly red hair into a ponytail atop her head and strapped her dagger at her hip. “Something doesn’t feel right.” With one last glance at Emer, Scarlett left the room.***
The Chronicles of Light and Dark will be released November 30.The final installment, The Chronicles of Heart and Soul will be released late 2016 or early 2017.
