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January 15, 2013
4 1/2 Stars for Night of the Tiger
Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews has given Night of the Tigera 4 1/2 star review. Here is a snippet of what the reviewer has to say.
"You are definitely kept on the edge throughout this thrilling book with plenty of spice to set Hell on fire!...I have read several of Ms. Walters’ series and she has never disappointed in the paranormal department and the HOT sex department either and this book was no exception. Definitely looking forward to the next book and the journey of the carnival and see how the next shifter and his chosen one are tested."
~Shey, Reviewer Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
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"You are definitely kept on the edge throughout this thrilling book with plenty of spice to set Hell on fire!...I have read several of Ms. Walters’ series and she has never disappointed in the paranormal department and the HOT sex department either and this book was no exception. Definitely looking forward to the next book and the journey of the carnival and see how the next shifter and his chosen one are tested."~Shey, Reviewer Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
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January 14, 2013
Night of the Tiger
Night of the Tiger is releasing today from Samhain Publishing! This is the first book in my new Hades' Carnival series. A five-thousand year old curse, immortal shape-shifting warriors and the mortal women who can free them from captivity. What more can you ask for?
BLURB: NIGHT OF THE TIGER
To win the battle for his soul, he may have to sacrifice the woman who set him free.
Hades’ Carnival, Book 1
Aimee Horner lives and breathes her career as a graphic novel illustrator, but she never expected it would invade her dreams. In recent months, worsening nightmares have pulled her into the darkest corners of Hell.
On a rare night out with friends at a traveling carnival, she finds herself strangely drawn to an abandoned carousel adorned with vividly exotic animals. One steed, a massive white tiger, is a temptation she can’t resist. The moment she climbs upon him, her world changes forever.
More than five thousand years ago, Roric and his fellow shapeshifting warriors were imprisoned in their animal forms, a last-ditch effort by the goddess they served to save them from the horrors of Hell.
With one special woman’s touch, he has a chance at freedom and redemption—but the clock is ticking. If he is still alive in twenty-four hours, the spell will be broken, and Hell will have no claim on his soul. The only hitch is his blazing attraction to Aimee. If only he could trust that she isn’t merely a distraction sent by Hades—luscious bait to lure him from his mission.
Product WarningsThis book contains an ancient curse, an imprisoned goddess, a graphic artist and the hot shapeshifting immortal warrior who turns her life upside down while they battle Hades and his minions for their immortal souls. There is also plenty of hot sex between the heroine and her hot, shapeshifting warrior. Just saying.
BLURB: NIGHT OF THE TIGER
To win the battle for his soul, he may have to sacrifice the woman who set him free.
Hades’ Carnival, Book 1
Aimee Horner lives and breathes her career as a graphic novel illustrator, but she never expected it would invade her dreams. In recent months, worsening nightmares have pulled her into the darkest corners of Hell.
On a rare night out with friends at a traveling carnival, she finds herself strangely drawn to an abandoned carousel adorned with vividly exotic animals. One steed, a massive white tiger, is a temptation she can’t resist. The moment she climbs upon him, her world changes forever.
More than five thousand years ago, Roric and his fellow shapeshifting warriors were imprisoned in their animal forms, a last-ditch effort by the goddess they served to save them from the horrors of Hell.
With one special woman’s touch, he has a chance at freedom and redemption—but the clock is ticking. If he is still alive in twenty-four hours, the spell will be broken, and Hell will have no claim on his soul. The only hitch is his blazing attraction to Aimee. If only he could trust that she isn’t merely a distraction sent by Hades—luscious bait to lure him from his mission.
Product WarningsThis book contains an ancient curse, an imprisoned goddess, a graphic artist and the hot shapeshifting immortal warrior who turns her life upside down while they battle Hades and his minions for their immortal souls. There is also plenty of hot sex between the heroine and her hot, shapeshifting warrior. Just saying.
Book Lovin' Mamas--Q & A and Contest
Be sure to stop by Book Lovin' Mamas and check out my Q & A. While you're there, be sure to enter the contest for a chance to win an ebook copy of my new Samhain book Night of the Tiger!
January 13, 2013
Chatting Tonight and Final Contest Winner
Good morning and welcome to Monday! I've got a lot going on todayl
I'm chatting over at Night Owl Romance at 8pm EST tonight! Be sure to stop by and say hi. This is my first Night Owl Romance chat so I'm looking forward to it!
Today is also the final day of my Quinn's Quest Print Book Contest. Congratulations to Susan Platt, the final winner. Susan has won a signed print copy of my book. Thanks to all of you who entered and be sure to watch my website for a new contest coming soon!
I'm chatting over at Night Owl Romance at 8pm EST tonight! Be sure to stop by and say hi. This is my first Night Owl Romance chat so I'm looking forward to it!
Today is also the final day of my Quinn's Quest Print Book Contest. Congratulations to Susan Platt, the final winner. Susan has won a signed print copy of my book. Thanks to all of you who entered and be sure to watch my website for a new contest coming soon!
January 12, 2013
January 9, 2013
Stroke of Sapphire
Stroke of Sapphire is available today from Ellora's Cave! This is a stand alone book, but is part of the Awakening Desires series.
Stroke of Sapphire
Eighth in the Awakening Desires series.
When Sapphire Jewel turns to him on the final evening he’s assigned to protect her, ex-Army Ranger and security expert Jake Knight sweeps her into bed. His personality and his profession have shaped him into a man who needs to be in control of all aspects of his life, especially in the bedroom. He’s not into the whole dominant/submission BDSM thing, but he does need to be the dominant force when it comes to physical relationships. Fearing his sexual demands are too much for Sapphire to handle, Jake does the only thing he can to protect her—he leaves her.
Sapphire is in love with her bodyguard. One night of intense, passionate sex has him running for the door and she doesn’t know why. When Jake unexpectedly shows up in her life again, she must decide if she can live with the sexual demands he’ll make of her. But most of all, she must decide if she can once again risk her heart.
A Romantica® contemporary erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave
Stroke of Sapphire
Eighth in the Awakening Desires series.
When Sapphire Jewel turns to him on the final evening he’s assigned to protect her, ex-Army Ranger and security expert Jake Knight sweeps her into bed. His personality and his profession have shaped him into a man who needs to be in control of all aspects of his life, especially in the bedroom. He’s not into the whole dominant/submission BDSM thing, but he does need to be the dominant force when it comes to physical relationships. Fearing his sexual demands are too much for Sapphire to handle, Jake does the only thing he can to protect her—he leaves her.
Sapphire is in love with her bodyguard. One night of intense, passionate sex has him running for the door and she doesn’t know why. When Jake unexpectedly shows up in her life again, she must decide if she can live with the sexual demands he’ll make of her. But most of all, she must decide if she can once again risk her heart.
A Romantica® contemporary erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave
January 8, 2013
Tuesday Teaser: Touch of Topaz
Since my newest Ellora's Cave book Stroke of Sapphire is due out tomorrow, I thought it was only fitting that the Tuesday Teaser this week should be from Touch of Topaz. Both are stand alone reads, but are part of the Awakening Desires series.
TEASER:
She whirled around and his hands dropped back by his sides. “I know I’m a job to you. I get that.”
His own temper flared. “You’re more than just a damn job.” The minute the words were out of his mouth, he knew they were the truth. He’d been watching her for several weeks. Hell, he was basically living with her. They ate meals together, he went to work with her and they even shared a bathroom. The only thing they didn’t share was her bed. And he’d spent many a long, hot night lying awake in her guestroom, listening to the swish of her sheets as she moved restlessly in bed. Topaz fascinated him with her quick mind, her focus on her business and her killer body.
“Right.” She started to turn away, but he caught her and spun her back around.
They stared at one another and heat flared between them. Both of them were breathing heavy and he wasn’t sure which one of them moved first. Their lips met and he groaned as he wrapped his arms around Topaz to hold her close.
She tasted sweet and tart, like the lemonade she’d had while they were out running errands. It suited her. He ran his hands over her spine and down to her butt. She groaned and parted her lips, and he slid his tongue inside, exploring her mouth, claiming it as his own.
TEASER:
She whirled around and his hands dropped back by his sides. “I know I’m a job to you. I get that.”
His own temper flared. “You’re more than just a damn job.” The minute the words were out of his mouth, he knew they were the truth. He’d been watching her for several weeks. Hell, he was basically living with her. They ate meals together, he went to work with her and they even shared a bathroom. The only thing they didn’t share was her bed. And he’d spent many a long, hot night lying awake in her guestroom, listening to the swish of her sheets as she moved restlessly in bed. Topaz fascinated him with her quick mind, her focus on her business and her killer body.
“Right.” She started to turn away, but he caught her and spun her back around.
They stared at one another and heat flared between them. Both of them were breathing heavy and he wasn’t sure which one of them moved first. Their lips met and he groaned as he wrapped his arms around Topaz to hold her close.
She tasted sweet and tart, like the lemonade she’d had while they were out running errands. It suited her. He ran his hands over her spine and down to her butt. She groaned and parted her lips, and he slid his tongue inside, exploring her mouth, claiming it as his own.
January 7, 2013
First Winner and Contest Reminder
Congratulations to Renne Smith, the first winner of a signed copy of Quinn's Quest. I'm giving away one more copy on the 14th of January, so there is still time to enter!
Just go to my website and click on the “Contests” page for details on how you can enter for a chance to win.
Just go to my website and click on the “Contests” page for details on how you can enter for a chance to win.
January 6, 2013
CAPA Nominations
I'm thrilled to announce that both Quinn's Quest and Finding Chrissten have been nominated for a CAPA Awardin the Paranormal Romance category. Thank you to The Romance Studio for the nominations!
