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December 28, 2013
Book spotlight Midnight Mistletoe by Laurel Cremant
MIDNIGHT MISTLETOE(The Golden Pack Alphas, Book I) [image error]AUTHOR: Laurel CremantGENRE: Paranormal RomanceLENGTH: Short StoryPUBLISHER: Winged Moon PublishingBLURB:WARNING: This short novelette/short story of 8,000 words is the first book in this serial and contains snarky dialogue, extremely inappropriate uses of mistletoe, alpha HEROINES and the weres smart enough to chase them.
All were-hybrid, Georgia Walker wants for Christmas is to spend some time away from her pack and in particular, away from one increasingly dangerous enforcer turned Beta. She has every intention of spending her days basking in the warm Caribbean sun and indulging in an island fling, or two. Anything to forget the way a certain were made her pulse race and skin tingle.
Marcus Legrand has only one goal this holiday season, bring Georgia home and finally claim her for his own. Convincing the strong willed ice princess will take all of his skill and patience, but Marcus is no stranger to hunting prey. He has every intention of putting both his rank and heart on the line.EXCERPT:Taking a deep breath, she reached her arms overhead, arched her back and inhaled the balmy salted air. She could almost hear her muscles sigh, but despite the relaxation attempting to spread through her limbs, her body tingled with a tension she knew settled too deep.Her heat cycle was starting, and there was nothing she could do to relieve the discomfort.Well almost nothing.Dropping her hands back down to her sides, she swept her gaze across the small beach. It wasn’t crowded but had a fair number of sunbathers and Zen cravers. And most importantly it had men looking for the same thing she was—a little fun, forgetfulness and zero strings. Although heat pooled to her center, her stomach rolled in apprehension.In the past she’d had no problems with finding a willing male to sleep with when she was in heat. She enjoyed sex, and although each year her parents hoped she would chose a permanent mate, no man in or outside of her pack inspired much feeling or devotion. At least not enough for her to be shackled to for life.But last year, because of The-Wolf-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named, no one appealed to her.Instead of rolling around for several hours with a well-endowed chosen playmate, she’d remained locked in her home for days with her vibrator and a healthy supply of batteries.She had no intentions of repeating the experience. This week, she planned on proving to both her body and wolf, that Marcus wasn’t the only man capable of making her hot.Her gaze combed the area, looking for a good candidate.One particular man caught her eye. He’d been swimming for the last hour, his caramel arms cutting through the water in languid strokes. But now he rose out of the surf resembling a naughty sea nymph, his strong legs leading up to deep blue board shorts. Dry, she guessed the swimming trunks were perfectly modest—but wet they molded to his thick muscled thighs and cupped his cock in a way that left very little to the imagination. And since Georgia’s imagination was better than the average wolf’s she bit back a groan and clenched her thighs tight.Yum.Pushing her sunglasses up to her hair, she licked her lips as her gaze traced the diamond bright droplets of water running down his hard chest. They sluiced down his body, aided by the tight ridges of muscles along his abdomen, tunneling down to what looked like one hell of a stocking stuffer.Merry Christmas to me.Yes, an island getaway was proving to be the perfect holiday treat.Her gaze meandered back up his chest and after making a brief note of thick smooth lips and tempting dimples, she made eye contact with her merman come to life.His eyes gleamed with interest and her lips turned up in her best come-hither smile. He took a step forward and then froze, his gaze focusing on something just over her left shoulder. Shaking his head he turned and continued walking down the beach.What the hell!She frowned at his retreating back. Admittedly she was no super model but, she’d never had a problem with luring men her way.A long shadow fell over her and it was her turn to freeze. Despite blocking out the sun, a heated scorch rippled down her body as the approaching shadow crept down her body. Her nipples pebbled to thick points, her pussy clenched and a slow growl worked its way up her throat. Only one thing made her body react this way and she’d deliberately left it back in Golden Valley. “Hello Gigi. Miss me?”BUY LINKS:Amazon (US): www.amazon.com/Midnight-Mistletoe-Paranormal-Romance-Golden-ebook/dp/B00HGG3ZO4Amazon (UK): www.amazon.co.uk/Midnight-Mistletoe-Paranormal-Romance-Golden-ebook/dp/B00HGG3ZO4 Amazon (CA): www.amazon.ca/Midnight-Mistletoe-Paranormal-Romance-Golden-ebook/dp/B00HGG3ZO4
All Romance: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-midnightmistletoe-1382945-168.html
Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/midnight-mistletoe-laurel-cremant/1117794339?ean=2940148969877
ABOUT LAUREL CREMANTLaurel is a romance author, who like most writers loves to read. Her first love (pun intended) has always been romance. From the sappy YA romance novel to the more risqué erotica novels, Laurel is a sucker for a good love story.
Laurel writes paranormal and contemporary romance and is a self-proclaimed, out of the closet nerd. She admits that she can't seem to avoid adding a bit of "nerdology" or "geek-dom" to all of her books. Living in Miami, she also admits that she can't seem to avoid giving her heroines gorgeous shoes, "In Miami, we worship everything strappy, open toed and just plain hot!"
AUTHOR WEBSITE & LINKS
Website: www.LaurelCremant.comBlog: www.laurelcremant.blogspot.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/LaurelCremantFacebook: www.facebook.com/LaurelCremantAuthorPinterest: www.pinterest.com/LaurelCremant Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/laurelcremant
All were-hybrid, Georgia Walker wants for Christmas is to spend some time away from her pack and in particular, away from one increasingly dangerous enforcer turned Beta. She has every intention of spending her days basking in the warm Caribbean sun and indulging in an island fling, or two. Anything to forget the way a certain were made her pulse race and skin tingle.
Marcus Legrand has only one goal this holiday season, bring Georgia home and finally claim her for his own. Convincing the strong willed ice princess will take all of his skill and patience, but Marcus is no stranger to hunting prey. He has every intention of putting both his rank and heart on the line.EXCERPT:Taking a deep breath, she reached her arms overhead, arched her back and inhaled the balmy salted air. She could almost hear her muscles sigh, but despite the relaxation attempting to spread through her limbs, her body tingled with a tension she knew settled too deep.Her heat cycle was starting, and there was nothing she could do to relieve the discomfort.Well almost nothing.Dropping her hands back down to her sides, she swept her gaze across the small beach. It wasn’t crowded but had a fair number of sunbathers and Zen cravers. And most importantly it had men looking for the same thing she was—a little fun, forgetfulness and zero strings. Although heat pooled to her center, her stomach rolled in apprehension.In the past she’d had no problems with finding a willing male to sleep with when she was in heat. She enjoyed sex, and although each year her parents hoped she would chose a permanent mate, no man in or outside of her pack inspired much feeling or devotion. At least not enough for her to be shackled to for life.But last year, because of The-Wolf-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named, no one appealed to her.Instead of rolling around for several hours with a well-endowed chosen playmate, she’d remained locked in her home for days with her vibrator and a healthy supply of batteries.She had no intentions of repeating the experience. This week, she planned on proving to both her body and wolf, that Marcus wasn’t the only man capable of making her hot.Her gaze combed the area, looking for a good candidate.One particular man caught her eye. He’d been swimming for the last hour, his caramel arms cutting through the water in languid strokes. But now he rose out of the surf resembling a naughty sea nymph, his strong legs leading up to deep blue board shorts. Dry, she guessed the swimming trunks were perfectly modest—but wet they molded to his thick muscled thighs and cupped his cock in a way that left very little to the imagination. And since Georgia’s imagination was better than the average wolf’s she bit back a groan and clenched her thighs tight.Yum.Pushing her sunglasses up to her hair, she licked her lips as her gaze traced the diamond bright droplets of water running down his hard chest. They sluiced down his body, aided by the tight ridges of muscles along his abdomen, tunneling down to what looked like one hell of a stocking stuffer.Merry Christmas to me.Yes, an island getaway was proving to be the perfect holiday treat.Her gaze meandered back up his chest and after making a brief note of thick smooth lips and tempting dimples, she made eye contact with her merman come to life.His eyes gleamed with interest and her lips turned up in her best come-hither smile. He took a step forward and then froze, his gaze focusing on something just over her left shoulder. Shaking his head he turned and continued walking down the beach.What the hell!She frowned at his retreating back. Admittedly she was no super model but, she’d never had a problem with luring men her way.A long shadow fell over her and it was her turn to freeze. Despite blocking out the sun, a heated scorch rippled down her body as the approaching shadow crept down her body. Her nipples pebbled to thick points, her pussy clenched and a slow growl worked its way up her throat. Only one thing made her body react this way and she’d deliberately left it back in Golden Valley. “Hello Gigi. Miss me?”BUY LINKS:Amazon (US): www.amazon.com/Midnight-Mistletoe-Paranormal-Romance-Golden-ebook/dp/B00HGG3ZO4Amazon (UK): www.amazon.co.uk/Midnight-Mistletoe-Paranormal-Romance-Golden-ebook/dp/B00HGG3ZO4 Amazon (CA): www.amazon.ca/Midnight-Mistletoe-Paranormal-Romance-Golden-ebook/dp/B00HGG3ZO4
All Romance: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-midnightmistletoe-1382945-168.html
Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/midnight-mistletoe-laurel-cremant/1117794339?ean=2940148969877
ABOUT LAUREL CREMANTLaurel is a romance author, who like most writers loves to read. Her first love (pun intended) has always been romance. From the sappy YA romance novel to the more risqué erotica novels, Laurel is a sucker for a good love story.
Laurel writes paranormal and contemporary romance and is a self-proclaimed, out of the closet nerd. She admits that she can't seem to avoid adding a bit of "nerdology" or "geek-dom" to all of her books. Living in Miami, she also admits that she can't seem to avoid giving her heroines gorgeous shoes, "In Miami, we worship everything strappy, open toed and just plain hot!"
AUTHOR WEBSITE & LINKS
Website: www.LaurelCremant.comBlog: www.laurelcremant.blogspot.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/LaurelCremantFacebook: www.facebook.com/LaurelCremantAuthorPinterest: www.pinterest.com/LaurelCremant Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/laurelcremant
December 27, 2013
Review Whore by Michelle Hughes
"Whore"
Author: Michelle Hughes
Genre: New Adult Erotic Romance
Pages: 216
Source: Author in exchange for a honest review.
Published: November 28, 2013
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
Can a virgin be a whore? I guess it depends on your definition of the word. Working a minimum wage job, I was struggling to save up money for college. Things were tight but I was managing to scrape by. At least I had a roof over my head, right? Wrong. My mother was moving on to husband number five and decided to sell the house without giving me notice. The bank took care of that with a thirty day grace period.
Taylor Ross walked into the coffee shop where I worked and offered me the perfect solution. His father was a regular customer and apparently thought highly enough of my service to mention me in his will. I couldn't just take money but when offered me a job with a great salary including room and board, how could I refuse? I didn't know at the time just what services Taylor thought I'd offered his father.
He wanted me to embrace my inner whore and in return my financial worries would be over. There was only one problem. I had no idea what that meant. Taylor was willing to train me, so the only real question was what was I willing to do to have everything my heart desired?
My Review:
I had a lot of fun reading this story. It's thrilling, sensual and an all-around fun read. A definite must for any fans of the genre.
Laura is a young woman with a great head on her shoulders and goals she's set in life. Her mother is far from the typical mom we would see. One day Laura's approached by the son of a regular customer and friend with an offer she finds very hard to refuse...
Taylor is a handsome, successful, and brilliant alpha male that HAS to be in control for any given situation. Meeting Laura throws him for a loop. Can he release his tight reins long enough to open his heart?
This is my first time reading from this author and definitely not my last! MY only (very small) complaint is I wish there was a bit more background on the relationship between Laura and Taylor's father.
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Author: Michelle HughesGenre: New Adult Erotic Romance
Pages: 216
Source: Author in exchange for a honest review.
Published: November 28, 2013
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
Can a virgin be a whore? I guess it depends on your definition of the word. Working a minimum wage job, I was struggling to save up money for college. Things were tight but I was managing to scrape by. At least I had a roof over my head, right? Wrong. My mother was moving on to husband number five and decided to sell the house without giving me notice. The bank took care of that with a thirty day grace period.
Taylor Ross walked into the coffee shop where I worked and offered me the perfect solution. His father was a regular customer and apparently thought highly enough of my service to mention me in his will. I couldn't just take money but when offered me a job with a great salary including room and board, how could I refuse? I didn't know at the time just what services Taylor thought I'd offered his father.
He wanted me to embrace my inner whore and in return my financial worries would be over. There was only one problem. I had no idea what that meant. Taylor was willing to train me, so the only real question was what was I willing to do to have everything my heart desired?
My Review:
I had a lot of fun reading this story. It's thrilling, sensual and an all-around fun read. A definite must for any fans of the genre.
Laura is a young woman with a great head on her shoulders and goals she's set in life. Her mother is far from the typical mom we would see. One day Laura's approached by the son of a regular customer and friend with an offer she finds very hard to refuse...
Taylor is a handsome, successful, and brilliant alpha male that HAS to be in control for any given situation. Meeting Laura throws him for a loop. Can he release his tight reins long enough to open his heart?
This is my first time reading from this author and definitely not my last! MY only (very small) complaint is I wish there was a bit more background on the relationship between Laura and Taylor's father.
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December 26, 2013
Lady's Destiny by A.R. Von Cover Reveal
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BLURB
When dreams haunt you in the most delicious ways and fate pulls you into destiny’s path, what can be done other than to accept and submit to it.
Can Iria truly get what she’s always dreamed of or will it always just remain a memory? Being a rare creature such as her with exceptional beauty and rarity of existence should be enough. Though, all she wants is her desire, her destiny… To be with a man—one man.
Are these dreams she’s having real? Could she really take on human form and become a Lady to be with the man she craves?
Dezso discovers a magical creature—a being of incredible light and peace. He is drawn to it again and again, and his feelings grow with every encounter. He carries a dark secret that he wishes never existed. The only thing that truly brings light upon his existence is the beauty that warms his heart but seems to only exist in his head—with dreams and visions of a magical woman, full of heartwarming light.
Will he ever know true love and happiness? Will he ever be able to lighten the weight and share his dark secret with another...?
Darkness is growing stronger, weakening the light and killing off what makes the world a beautiful place to live in. Enter a world of fantasy and dreams, passions and temptations. A world where dragons, unicorns, magic and mermaids really do exist. A world where love WILL conquer all!
To be released January 2014.
Bio:
A.R. was born and raised in Bronx, NY and is the oldest daughter of two girls. She holds an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science and Information Technology, which was only briefly used. She’s a mother of two entertaining teen boys (as well as a lovely fawn Chihuahua, whom she considers her furry daughter.) She’s also a wife to a delightfully handsome and amazingly funny man-beast. She loves anything dragon and fantasy related. In her free time she enjoys exercising, writing, listening to music, hiking, cooking, dancing and reading. She also loves a great adventure in and out of a book!
She writes to free her mind of its constant wondering and clutter. She thrives on the fact she can share some of it with readers that have the same passion for a great story.
Stalker links:
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The Tempering (Mackenzie Duncan #1) by Adrianne James
"The Tempering"
Author: Adrianne James
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Pages: 322
Source: Author in exchange for a honest review.
Published: December 6, 2013
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
The Mythology department at prestigious Harvard University is tiny—and Mackenzie Duncan has just been selected as one of the lucky few. Her love for myths and legends is deep, but she never thought any of it could be real.
After being attacked by a large wolf while walking home alone, Mackenzie realizes something is not right. She heals quickly, has suddenly become super strong, and is experiencing mood swings that can't possibly be normal. The myths she's studying aren't myths at all. Werewolves are real, and she's one of them. Fear of what she is, and who she might hurt sends Mackenzie running from the life she’s worked hard to build–and straight into the arms of a handsome Were named Geoff and into the home of his pack. Living with her new pack takes the edge off her confusion and self-loathing, but the arrival of new pack members changes the dynamic, and tests Geoff and Mackenzie’s growing relationship.
The hardest part of being a werewolf is to have no control and no memory of her time as a bloodthirsty beast. When a moon cycle passes, and she is actually able to remember bits and pieces of the night, she starts to ask questions, and the more questions she asks, the more she realizes she doesn’t like the answers. Can she set aside her own sense of morals to belong to a pack that is like a family or will she leave everything behind yet again in search of a life she can be proud of?
My Review:
The Tempering is an original, exciting and fun paranormal read that I believe all fans of the genre will get hooked on :)
Mackenzie has big dreams in life and even bigger plans. I mean, how many people can actually say they've been accepted to and are attending an Ivy League college...
Not that far into her first term of attendance. Everything changes for her and it's all because of a brief walk home, just a slight change in her everyday path and a wolf.
This was a great start to a new series. I hope the author releases the next to the series STAT!
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Author: Adrianne JamesGenre: Paranormal Romance
Pages: 322
Source: Author in exchange for a honest review.
Published: December 6, 2013
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
The Mythology department at prestigious Harvard University is tiny—and Mackenzie Duncan has just been selected as one of the lucky few. Her love for myths and legends is deep, but she never thought any of it could be real.
After being attacked by a large wolf while walking home alone, Mackenzie realizes something is not right. She heals quickly, has suddenly become super strong, and is experiencing mood swings that can't possibly be normal. The myths she's studying aren't myths at all. Werewolves are real, and she's one of them. Fear of what she is, and who she might hurt sends Mackenzie running from the life she’s worked hard to build–and straight into the arms of a handsome Were named Geoff and into the home of his pack. Living with her new pack takes the edge off her confusion and self-loathing, but the arrival of new pack members changes the dynamic, and tests Geoff and Mackenzie’s growing relationship.
The hardest part of being a werewolf is to have no control and no memory of her time as a bloodthirsty beast. When a moon cycle passes, and she is actually able to remember bits and pieces of the night, she starts to ask questions, and the more questions she asks, the more she realizes she doesn’t like the answers. Can she set aside her own sense of morals to belong to a pack that is like a family or will she leave everything behind yet again in search of a life she can be proud of?
My Review:
The Tempering is an original, exciting and fun paranormal read that I believe all fans of the genre will get hooked on :)
Mackenzie has big dreams in life and even bigger plans. I mean, how many people can actually say they've been accepted to and are attending an Ivy League college...
Not that far into her first term of attendance. Everything changes for her and it's all because of a brief walk home, just a slight change in her everyday path and a wolf.
This was a great start to a new series. I hope the author releases the next to the series STAT!
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December 23, 2013
Review Seal Encounter (Seal Brotherhood 0.5) By Sharon Hamilton
"Seal Encounter"
Author: Sharon Hamilton
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Pages: N/A
Source: Amazon
Published: June 19, 2012
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
This is a short piece written to introduce you to my characters, Kyle and Christy. It is a small investment of time and money on your part, like the first course to a much larger meal.
This is a private glimpse into the hearts and minds of these fictional SEALs, their community, and the women who are lucky enough to be loved by them. Their brotherhood, loyalty and mission to protect and defend, sometimes at great personal cost, is what makes them heroes. They do so quietly, not seeking public recognition.
If you enjoy this piece, I hope that you will continue along the journey in my full length novel, Accidental SEAL, and read how these two get together, and fight dangers that threaten to keep them apart.
Christy and Kyle meet quite by accident in the very first chapter, and not in any way you could predict. But rest assured, they will find themselves together at the end in an intense and passionate relationship on purpose.
My Review:
I got this as a free read on Amazon some time ago and just got to read it. It’s a good opening to the series. A shorty read that gives us a nice tease of what’s to come. A definite must read for anyone planning to read the Seal Brotherhood series.
In Seal Encounter we are introduced to its characters, some secrets, an instant attraction, some large sexual appetites, and loads of hotness (WOW!) Well, those are some of the things that sit in the forefront of my mind when thinking of my reading experience (*grins*). The most prominent thought is… MORE! I was left hanging and wanting. Sharon got my attention 110%. I look forward to see how everything pans out with Kyle and Christy, as well as what Armando is so afraid or ashamed to share with his seal brother.
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Author: Sharon HamiltonGenre: Contemporary Romance
Pages: N/A
Source: Amazon
Published: June 19, 2012
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
This is a short piece written to introduce you to my characters, Kyle and Christy. It is a small investment of time and money on your part, like the first course to a much larger meal.
This is a private glimpse into the hearts and minds of these fictional SEALs, their community, and the women who are lucky enough to be loved by them. Their brotherhood, loyalty and mission to protect and defend, sometimes at great personal cost, is what makes them heroes. They do so quietly, not seeking public recognition.
If you enjoy this piece, I hope that you will continue along the journey in my full length novel, Accidental SEAL, and read how these two get together, and fight dangers that threaten to keep them apart.
Christy and Kyle meet quite by accident in the very first chapter, and not in any way you could predict. But rest assured, they will find themselves together at the end in an intense and passionate relationship on purpose.
My Review:
I got this as a free read on Amazon some time ago and just got to read it. It’s a good opening to the series. A shorty read that gives us a nice tease of what’s to come. A definite must read for anyone planning to read the Seal Brotherhood series.
In Seal Encounter we are introduced to its characters, some secrets, an instant attraction, some large sexual appetites, and loads of hotness (WOW!) Well, those are some of the things that sit in the forefront of my mind when thinking of my reading experience (*grins*). The most prominent thought is… MORE! I was left hanging and wanting. Sharon got my attention 110%. I look forward to see how everything pans out with Kyle and Christy, as well as what Armando is so afraid or ashamed to share with his seal brother.
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December 21, 2013
Review Blood Reborn (The Progeny Series #4) by Ashlynne Laynne
"Blood Reborn"
Author: Ashlynne Laynne
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Pages: 261
Source: Author in exchange for a honest review.
Published: November 18, 2013
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
* WARNING: Adults Only. This series contains adult sensuality, language, and themes.
Ascher and Shauna's story continues...
Blood Reborn (The Progeny Series #4)
“Hell hath no fury like a Wiccan reborn.”
Shauna McCutchin and Ascher Rousseau share a deep and passionate bond that merges their Wiccan and vampire worlds. Destined, they’ve endured trials and suffered unimaginable pain in their quest for a happily ever after.
Endowed with amazing supernatural abilities and the added attributes of her new vampire existence, Shauna is a force to rival all others—a dangerous new breed of vampire that defies conventional wisdom.
Darkness shrouds the couple’s pasts and enemies are determined to ruin their future. Will Shauna surrender to the evil side of her nature, or will she stand by Ascher’s side as the Rousseaus prepare for the revolution?
Shauna will either be an immortal miracle or an unholy menace.
Reading Order for The Progeny Series
*The Progeny (FREE)
*Blood Bonds
*Blood Promise
*Blood Reborn
My Review:
Blood Reborn is the fourth book in the Progeny series and continued to keep this readers interest. It's magical, adventurous, emotional, sensual and unpredictable properties keep the reader turning its page until the very end. A great read for any fans of the genre. I strongly suggest reading the other books of the series from the start so you can get a better appreciation of the growth and development of the series and its characters. A 4.5 rounded to a solid 5 rating.
Ascher and Shauna have been through so much, both together and apart since the very start. Their road is the furthest from smooth that I've ever read.
Shauna is a changed woman in many ways. She's learned a lot throughout her time with Ascher and is constantly learning more.
Secrets can be a dangerous thing. Even when they're kept with the very best of intentions. Forgiveness is a huge part of true love. The past is best left where it came from...in the past.
I look forward to Ascher and Shauna's future. I also can't wait for more Gabe and Katy! They're a fun couple.
Oh AND Quinn! I'm still VERY curious about that male. I look forward to learning more about that sexy beast :)
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Author: Ashlynne LaynneGenre: Paranormal Romance
Pages: 261
Source: Author in exchange for a honest review.
Published: November 18, 2013
Author's Website
Buy Links: Amazon
Goodreads Blurb:
* WARNING: Adults Only. This series contains adult sensuality, language, and themes.
Ascher and Shauna's story continues...
Blood Reborn (The Progeny Series #4)
“Hell hath no fury like a Wiccan reborn.”
Shauna McCutchin and Ascher Rousseau share a deep and passionate bond that merges their Wiccan and vampire worlds. Destined, they’ve endured trials and suffered unimaginable pain in their quest for a happily ever after.
Endowed with amazing supernatural abilities and the added attributes of her new vampire existence, Shauna is a force to rival all others—a dangerous new breed of vampire that defies conventional wisdom.
Darkness shrouds the couple’s pasts and enemies are determined to ruin their future. Will Shauna surrender to the evil side of her nature, or will she stand by Ascher’s side as the Rousseaus prepare for the revolution?
Shauna will either be an immortal miracle or an unholy menace.
Reading Order for The Progeny Series
*The Progeny (FREE)
*Blood Bonds
*Blood Promise
*Blood Reborn
My Review:
Blood Reborn is the fourth book in the Progeny series and continued to keep this readers interest. It's magical, adventurous, emotional, sensual and unpredictable properties keep the reader turning its page until the very end. A great read for any fans of the genre. I strongly suggest reading the other books of the series from the start so you can get a better appreciation of the growth and development of the series and its characters. A 4.5 rounded to a solid 5 rating.
Ascher and Shauna have been through so much, both together and apart since the very start. Their road is the furthest from smooth that I've ever read.
Shauna is a changed woman in many ways. She's learned a lot throughout her time with Ascher and is constantly learning more.
Secrets can be a dangerous thing. Even when they're kept with the very best of intentions. Forgiveness is a huge part of true love. The past is best left where it came from...in the past.
I look forward to Ascher and Shauna's future. I also can't wait for more Gabe and Katy! They're a fun couple.
Oh AND Quinn! I'm still VERY curious about that male. I look forward to learning more about that sexy beast :)
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December 20, 2013
Spotlight Gratis: Midwinter Tales
Gratis: Midwinter Tales, Official description“Christmas has come early: Nine writers work together to create the must-read Free Holiday release of 2013. Every one of the twelve stories contained within Gratis : Midwinter Tales serves as a satisfying bite out of each author’s repertoire, to tempt and seduce and sweep you off your feet. Our stories comfortably straddle both erotica and romance genres and cover a variety of themes. Some are innocent, others seek to force you to your knees, but all have something in common: they’ll make you feel.Gratis : Midwinter Tales comprises works by Chloe Thurlow, E.A. Chapterhouse, Elizabeth Woodham, Hedonist Six, Jason Jaxx, Kay Jaybee, KM Dylan, Livilla Sanders and M.J. Carey. We hope you’ll find a new favourite author, or nine, within these pages.”
Story blurbs
Snow Falls Softly by Chloe Thurlow
It is the night when Jools feels as if she is gripped in the hands of destiny, a night of uncontrollable passion, a love so deep it feels as if her soul is bursting. It begins to snow as Josh takes her in his arms and kisses her eyes, her neck. He draws her top over her head and her breath catches as his long kiss caresses the hollow of her throat. In two days, Josh will marry another woman unless Jools can convince him to stay or the snow that falls and keeps falling prevents him from going.In the Mood by E.A. Chapterhouse
In the mood: A moment in time, as if unfolding a calendar to find a secret day within, EAC and the Muse go to a celebration for a legend of the big band era. Their shared moment is captured by memories, sounds, colours and an intruding photographer.Wicked Games by Elizabeth Woodham
I adore writing and work in a number of genres. Writing erotica is stimulating; I like to explore age-gap scenarios and feature older man, younger woman relationships in ‘It’s a Sin’ and ‘Eleanor’. ‘Wicked Games’, my contribution to Gratis: Midwinter Tales, is driven by a desire to share a little of Matthew Fletcher’s backstory. Told from more than one point of view, my aim is to take you deep inside his character. We first meet Matthew in ‘Eleanor’, a novella, where he introduces Eleanor Grant to control, dominance, bindings, and wild sex, in an escalation of wicked games. Matthew and Eleanor’s story continues in ‘Falconworth’, an erotic tale set in a medieval manor, sprinkled with a dusting of history and mystery, due for release in 2014.Virgin by Hedonist Six
After nearly four years with Jeff, everything fell apart. I found myself single, scared, but somehow liberated as well. Rather than stumble into another ill advised relationship, my best friend Sally helped me find focus. I would spend the next few months “finding myself” sexually. That’s how The Rebound List was born.And -this- is how my journey begins: with a virgin. Number one on my naughty bucket list…What (or whom) would you do to celebrate your freedom after your first serious relationship breaks down?White (Lights Out) by Jason Jaxx
A late night walk through the snow finds Jack alone with thoughts of love, lust, pain and possibility.A Pair Well Met, Blinked and The New Year Dancers by Kay Jaybee
How long would you wait in the cold on New Year’s Eve in the hope of getting a glimpse of an erotic ceremony that might not even happen? In The New Year Dancers a new sexual acolyte is adopted in the mists of a midnight forest. An arranged marriage takes an unexpected twist in A Pair Well Met, a force fantasy retelling of A Taming of the Shrew, and something not entirely human is in control in Blinked…but what is it…The Future First Lady of France by KM Dylan
Fashion supermodel Katie Wolfer’s scandalous journey of sexual awakening takes a sharp turn as her charismatic fiancée, Victor de Goncourt, begins campaigning to be elected the president of France. His baleful grandmother, the Duchess, demands that Katie clean up her act, and Katie wonders, does she have what it takes to be the first lady of France?This story picks up where the first two volumes of Katie’s fictionalized erotic memoirs (the Cult of Beauty series) leave off, but it stands on its own.Irrecusable by Livilla Sanders
‘Irrecusable’, my contribution to Gratis: Midwinter Tales, is told by Kate Parkinson. She encounters the alluring sexual force that is Séverine Rogers, a star character who features in ‘Cassie’s Call’, and the focus of my forthcoming novel ‘Séverine’. Kate is persuaded to attend a New Year celebration, and is targeted by the charming and charismatic Séverine, who embarks on a captivating seduction abundant with erotic possibilities, exposing a compelling world of secret desire she has only ever dreamed of.Glove by M.J. Carey
In a moment of calm, away from the hustle of the day before Christmas eve, a woman lays a tribute to her dead lover in the cemetery. Her memories are bitter-sweet, his hold upon her still as strong as ever. She knows she needs to finish mourning and find her way back to life. A young man watches her as she reflects upon the past. She sees him.A Penheligon Christmas by M.J. Carey
Set on Christmas day 1998, a few years before the events in the novel: House of Penheligon: Danielle’s rules, this short story tells the origin of Lizzie, maidservant to the House. Alicia Penheligon has returned from London and is keen to play Santa Claus to her sister Danielle, her cousin Imogene and the rest of the household.
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"Lady’s Destiny" (by A.R. Von) Cover reveal on December 27, 2013 and Facebook Party at 11:00am - 12:00pm on the 29th and 8:00pm - 9:00pm.
We’re looking for some bloggers to help Reveal my Adult-fantasy romance novel Lady’s Destiny TBR in January 2014. The reveal DOES NOT have to be top post. Any one that takes part please make sure to provide (only one) either your twitter handle of ‘likeable’ fb page so it can be included as a giveaway entry (rafflecopter).
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"Lady's Destiny's" Blurb:
When dreams haunt you in the most delicious ways and fate pulls you into destiny’s path, what can be done other than to accept and submit to it.
Can Iria truly get what she’s always dreamed of or will it always just remain a memory? Being a rare creature such as her with exceptional beauty and rarity of existence should be enough. Though, all she wants is her desire, her destiny… To be with a man—one man.
Are these dreams she’s having real? Could she really take on human form and become a Lady to be with the man she craves?
Dezso discovers a magical creature—a being of incredible light and peace. He is drawn to it again and again, and his feelings grow with every encounter. He carries a dark secret that he wishes never existed. The only thing that truly brings light upon his existence is the beauty that warms his heart but seems to only exist in his head—with dreams and visions of a magical woman, full of heartwarming light.
Will he ever know true love and happiness? Will he ever be able to lighten the weight and share his dark secret with another...?Darkness is growing stronger, weakening the light and killing off what makes the world a beautiful place to live in. Enter a world of fantasy and dreams, passions and temptations. A world where dragons, unicorns, magic and mermaids really do exist. A world where love WILL conquer all!
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December 19, 2013
Save Me From Me by Erika Ashby Blog Tour
SynopsisDani refuses to lose another parent due to her absence from their life. After pulling herself back together following the death of her father, she moves back to her childhood town to live with her mom. She’s slowly pulled back into the lifestyle she worked so hard to get away from ten years ago. She accepts that this is the life she has always been destined to live. Getting a job at the store down the road and hooking back up with her first love Gage, seems to be the logical way to go…that is until Holden Reynolds shows up in town. Now that Holden is finally back home from the Navy he plans on following in his father’s footsteps. Still trying to move on from the one woman who had his heart, he busies himself in work and returning to the country boy lifestyle he’s always loved. The best way to get over someone is to get under someone, right? That’s his mindset as he travels town to town with his job perfectly content with being a rambling man…that is until he meets Danielle Brooks. When Dani isn't leaving and Holden isn't staying will they be able to keep themselves from getting too attached? Or will they be just what each other needs to cut all the strings that have them bound? “You can’t save me from me, Holden.” –Dani♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥Buy NowAmazon ♥ Barnes & Noble ♥ Smashwords ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥Book Trailer ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥Teaser Pic(Insert Teaser Pic Here)♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥Character Casting
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Facebook ♥ Goodreads ♥ TwitterBeing born an "Army Brat", Erika Ashby has been residing in Oklahoma the last 10 years finally putting an end to the nomad tendencies she had grown accustomed to. She's a happily married woman who has 5 kids between her and her husband. She has an insane passion for music and embraces her Inner Groupie any chance she has. It wasn't until the age of 29 that she realized she also had a hidden passion for reading; before then she claimed to have hated it. Six months after unlocking that deep desire she never knew she held, she turned the key to another chapter of her life which has become the desire to write. And the rest is still history in the making. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥Giveawaya Rafflecopter giveaway
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December 18, 2013
Cover Reveal First Contact (Book 1 of the Tantalus Series) by M.A. Abraham
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Blurb:
Twenty ships have left the gravitational field of the Earth with the intention of colonizing Mars. Each is independent of the other and set to become domed cities upon landing. The mission is simple: go forth to develop the new planet, make it an extension of our home. Well, it sounded simple.No one expected life on Mars to be easy, they are pioneers and that is a type of life that comes with dangers. What they didn’t expect was for the settings of one of the ships to be off enough to miss their landing, to miss the very planet they were meant to settle.Even more astounding was to find another planet within a three-week travel period that lies in the shadow of the red planet. It is where they will land, where their ship will unfold to become a domed city. Where life is dangerous in a hostile land and they find unexpected help. The indigenous winged people of the planet don’t live on the surface of the planet, they live in cities in the clouds, but they are willing to extend a welcoming hand to those who have come to their land, as well as teach them what they can to survive. Their relationship begins with three words.“Welcome to Tantalus.”
Exclusive excerpt:
“Kiera.” Mitchel reached out to enfold her in the warmth and safety of his winged embrace. “What is wrong?”“Everything.” Kiera replied as she burrowed into the soft comfort of her guardian’s arms.It felt like the most wonderful haven in the world and Kiera couldn’t help but give in to the promise of heaven Mitchel offered. He was her rock, always there to protect and guide her when he was needed. Honorable and dependable, never crossing the line to indicate she was any more to him than what she was supposed to be, though she knew better.No man or woman would offer the solace and support Mitchel did if they didn’t love her. Despite his feelings, he never gave any indication that he would welcome her love in return. It was forbidden. He was her guardian, nothing more. She had been promised to another when the time of beckoning was upon her and from that moment on she would belong to him. Mitchel would never be allowed to hold her like this again.Add to GOODREADS shelf HERE Visit M.A. ANYTIME you please HERE
Blurb:
Twenty ships have left the gravitational field of the Earth with the intention of colonizing Mars. Each is independent of the other and set to become domed cities upon landing. The mission is simple: go forth to develop the new planet, make it an extension of our home. Well, it sounded simple.No one expected life on Mars to be easy, they are pioneers and that is a type of life that comes with dangers. What they didn’t expect was for the settings of one of the ships to be off enough to miss their landing, to miss the very planet they were meant to settle.Even more astounding was to find another planet within a three-week travel period that lies in the shadow of the red planet. It is where they will land, where their ship will unfold to become a domed city. Where life is dangerous in a hostile land and they find unexpected help. The indigenous winged people of the planet don’t live on the surface of the planet, they live in cities in the clouds, but they are willing to extend a welcoming hand to those who have come to their land, as well as teach them what they can to survive. Their relationship begins with three words.“Welcome to Tantalus.”
Exclusive excerpt:
“Kiera.” Mitchel reached out to enfold her in the warmth and safety of his winged embrace. “What is wrong?”“Everything.” Kiera replied as she burrowed into the soft comfort of her guardian’s arms.It felt like the most wonderful haven in the world and Kiera couldn’t help but give in to the promise of heaven Mitchel offered. He was her rock, always there to protect and guide her when he was needed. Honorable and dependable, never crossing the line to indicate she was any more to him than what she was supposed to be, though she knew better.No man or woman would offer the solace and support Mitchel did if they didn’t love her. Despite his feelings, he never gave any indication that he would welcome her love in return. It was forbidden. He was her guardian, nothing more. She had been promised to another when the time of beckoning was upon her and from that moment on she would belong to him. Mitchel would never be allowed to hold her like this again.Add to GOODREADS shelf HERE Visit M.A. ANYTIME you please HERE
