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May 9, 2014
#Romance #Mystery #99cents #Sale
It's time to celebrate!!!
Award-winning, mystery romance bestseller “Spellbound in His Arms”— the 1st novel in “The Greek Isles Series”— is on #sale for #99cents for a limited time only!
The sale is in order to celebrate the release of mystery romance “Deadly Secrets”— the 2nd novel in “The Greek Isles Series”.
Buy "Spellbound in His Arms" at Amazon
Buy "Spellbound in His Arms" at Barnes & Noble
Buy "Spellbound in His Arms" at iTunes
Read the blurb of “Spellbound in His Arms” here: http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/spellbound-in-his-arms.html
Buy "Deadly Secrets" at Amazon
Buy "Deadly Secrets" at Barnes & Noble
Read the blurb of “Deadly Secrets” here:http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/deadly-secrets-blurb.html
Award-winning, mystery romance bestseller “Spellbound in His Arms”— the 1st novel in “The Greek Isles Series”— is on #sale for #99cents for a limited time only!
The sale is in order to celebrate the release of mystery romance “Deadly Secrets”— the 2nd novel in “The Greek Isles Series”.
Buy "Spellbound in His Arms" at Amazon
Buy "Spellbound in His Arms" at Barnes & Noble
Buy "Spellbound in His Arms" at iTunes
Read the blurb of “Spellbound in His Arms” here: http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/spellbound-in-his-arms.html
Buy "Deadly Secrets" at Amazon
Buy "Deadly Secrets" at Barnes & Noble
Read the blurb of “Deadly Secrets” here:http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/deadly-secrets-blurb.html
Excerpt of "Deadly Secrets" - Chapter One, Part Two
Thinking back, she could vividly remember her happy childhood.They used to live in a big, white house on top of a cliff, overlooking the Aegean. She would wake up in the morning and run to her balcony to enjoy the breathtaking view.
Her parents were so happy back then. The main offices of her father’sshipping company were in Piraeus—the harbor of Athens—but he ran the business mainly from the island, in order to spend as much time as possible with her mother and her.
Mykonos was a beautiful island, which took her mother’s breath away when she stepped foot on it as a young bride twenty-two years before. The beauty of the land and the kindness of the people kept her captive for a long time. Erin, Helena’s mother, was hopelessly in love with her husband, Captain Angelos Sistakis, and never regretted following him to his homeland, or leaving London, with its cloudy days, behind.
The sunshine in Greece warmed people’s hearts; something aboutall these islands spread across the Aegean captivated their souls, and they never wanted to leave.
That’s precisely the way Helena felt when her mother told her theywere leaving. She’d cried and pleaded to stay, but her mother’s decision was final. Her father’s mysterious disappearance had broken her mother’s heart, and the place had lost its magic touch. Her mother just wanted to get out of there as soon as possible and leave the memories behind.
However, her mother never forgot the love she and Angelos sharedand the happy moments at their house on the island. She spent the rest of her life bitter and miserable. Two years ago, she became sick. Helena watched her slowly fade away and wondered if she even tried to recover.
For the last thirteen years, her mother hadn’t been the same cheerfuland lively woman she used to be. She never got over her husband’s tragic death, but deep down inside, Helena knew it was a lot more than that… her mother feared for her little girl’s life. She was convinced Angelos’ death wasn’t an accident, and that Helena was in grave danger, as well…
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The beauty in front of her interrupted her thoughts. She took a deep breath, staring at the shores of Mykonos with the scenic coves and the golden sand beaches. Welcome home, Helena… Her heartbeat accelerated, and anticipation washed over her like a cold wave. Tears filled her eyes, seeing her homeland… the land of her adorable father… the land of her ancestors. She was finally home—the home she’d been deprived of for so long…
She wiped the tears with the back of a shaky hand. It was so unfairto lose her father at such a tender age, and to be deprived of everything and everyone she ever knew. Helena, however, knew her mother was scared; she was scared to death. She lived the rest of her life with a threat hovering over her, every step of the way. Was it real? Helena wondered, and the scene of the previous night’s near miss flashed before her eyes. Was any of it real? Helena had thought about it a million times. The only thing she was sure about was that the threat felt real to her mother.
And what about Grandma’s diary? Helena wondered. According to her mother, Eleana—Angelos’ mother—had a gift of foreseeing future events and had written them down in her diary. A lot of important events that affected their lives were written down in her diary… years before they happened. If only I could find that diary, Helena inwardly wished. She neededto find it, not only to get some answers, but to verify it actually existed. Sometimes, she was worried about her mother’s state of mind. Maybe the pain and years of bitterness had affected her and made her imagine things. Finding that diary would prove her mother wasn’t hallucinating, and this was essential to Helena, since her mother had been the center of her world since they left Greece. And now, she was gone, too.
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May 7, 2014
A wonderful Cover Reveal Post by MM Jaye for "Deadly Secrets"
Angel Sefer is an author of romantic suspense and mystery stories. Her debut novel, Spellbound in His Arms , became a bestseller (#1 Barnes & Noble, #2 Amazon) and was picked up and republished by Booktrope . (Read more about this title in the Author Spotlight I posted here .) “Spellbound in His Arms” is now a finalist in the 2014 Rone Awards in the Mystery category, and to celebrate the upcoming release of the second book in “The Greek Isle Series”, it’s priced at 99 cents for a limited time only! Don’t miss out!The second book is entitled “Deadly Secrets”, and this time, Angel takes us to the stunning island of Mykonos for an equally exciting romance. Check out the cover! Gorgeous!Read the entire post at mmjayewrites.com
May 6, 2014
It's time to celebrate!!!
Award-winning, mystery romance bestseller “Spellbound in His Arms”—the 1st novel in “The Greek Isles Series”—is on #sale for #99cents for a limited time only!
The sale is in order to celebrate the upcoming release of mystery romance “Deadly Secrets”—the 2nd novel in “The Greek Isles Series”.
Buy it at Amazon
Buy it at Barnes & Noble
Buy it at iTunes
Read the blurb of “Spellbound in His Arms” here: http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/spellbound-in-his-arms.html
Read the blurb of “Deadly Secrets” here:http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/deadly-secrets-blurb.html
The sale is in order to celebrate the upcoming release of mystery romance “Deadly Secrets”—the 2nd novel in “The Greek Isles Series”.
Buy it at Amazon
Buy it at Barnes & Noble
Buy it at iTunes
Read the blurb of “Spellbound in His Arms” here: http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/spellbound-in-his-arms.html
Read the blurb of “Deadly Secrets” here:http://angelsefer.blogspot.gr/p/deadly-secrets-blurb.html
Excerpt of "Deadly Secrets" - Chapter One, Part One
Deadly Secrets
A novel ofThe Greek Isles Series
Angel Sefer
Chapter One
HELENA SQUEEZED THE WOODEN SHIP railing until her knuckles whitened. Trying to control the turmoil of her emotions, she took a deep breath of fresh, salty air and let it out slowly. Her heart stillthundered in her chest... Am I really going through with this?
An eerie feeling washed over her, making the hair on the back of her neck stand on end. She scanned her surroundings uneasily. The ship deck was full of people—mostly families. What about him? she wondered, and releasing the railing, turned on her heel. A tall, slim man dressed in black, standing on the other side of the deck, stared at her intensely with piercing eyes. Helena swallowed hard. Pushing back the fear, she stared right back at him. Being among so many people gave her a sense of security. The man hesitated for a moment and then walked away.
Stop being paranoid! she reprimanded herself. There’s nothing to worry about… then again, what was that last night? she shivered, thinking of the night before when someone accidentally bumped into her on the pavement in front of her hotel and pushed her right in front of a speeding car. If the hotel concierge hadn’t pulled me back at the very last minute… She closed her eyes and shook her head to clear her gloomy thoughts. Everything is going to be all right, she tried to persuade herself. I need to do this… I need to do it for my father… I need to do it for myself…
A little girl’s laughter brought her back to reality. She turned and looked at the happy, little face... I could have been happy like that, if only…
Closing her eyes, she leaned her head back and stood still, enjoying the caress of the warm sunlight on her face and the revitalizing seabreeze blowing softly through her hair. What an amazing sensation!
She opened her eyes and let the captivating scenery fill her vision. It took her breath away. This is how Dad must have felt every time he stood on the bridge of his ship. She leaned against the railing, mesmerized by the magnificent view of the crystal clear, sapphire waters of the Aegean Sea. Her thoughts flew back to cherished memories of her childhood, and she was overwhelmed. She could hardly wait…
Feeling restless, she looked around her, wondering how much longer it would take them to get there. Mykonos was only a few hours trip from Athens, but it seemed like ages to her.
It had been thirteen years since she last saw the amazing, blue waters of the Aegean and the beautiful island where she was born. She had been only eight years old when her father was declared dead, and her mother, heartbroken, took little Helena to England.
Since then, the shadows of the past kept her mother away from the island she used to adore. Only after her mother’s death had Helena decided to come back to meet her only living relatives, and to try to unravel the mystery surrounding her father’s death.
Now, as the ship approached the shores of Mykonos, Helena closed her eyes and saw her mother’s pale face, staring at her with eyes wideopen from anxiety and fear. Don’t go back! Don’t ever go back! I want you to promise me… Helena could still hear her soft, trembling voice whispering while she was squeezing her hand tightly.
Helena swallowed hard, feeling her heart flutter wildly. I have nothing to worry about, she tried to reassure herself. All she needed were some answers, and after that, she would head back to England, and go on with her life. However, deep down inside, she knew it wasn’t going to be that simple. Deep down inside, she had this eerie feeling that destiny was waiting just around the corner for her…
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To be published soon by Booktrope...
A novel ofThe Greek Isles Series
Angel Sefer
Chapter One
HELENA SQUEEZED THE WOODEN SHIP railing until her knuckles whitened. Trying to control the turmoil of her emotions, she took a deep breath of fresh, salty air and let it out slowly. Her heart stillthundered in her chest... Am I really going through with this?
An eerie feeling washed over her, making the hair on the back of her neck stand on end. She scanned her surroundings uneasily. The ship deck was full of people—mostly families. What about him? she wondered, and releasing the railing, turned on her heel. A tall, slim man dressed in black, standing on the other side of the deck, stared at her intensely with piercing eyes. Helena swallowed hard. Pushing back the fear, she stared right back at him. Being among so many people gave her a sense of security. The man hesitated for a moment and then walked away.
Stop being paranoid! she reprimanded herself. There’s nothing to worry about… then again, what was that last night? she shivered, thinking of the night before when someone accidentally bumped into her on the pavement in front of her hotel and pushed her right in front of a speeding car. If the hotel concierge hadn’t pulled me back at the very last minute… She closed her eyes and shook her head to clear her gloomy thoughts. Everything is going to be all right, she tried to persuade herself. I need to do this… I need to do it for my father… I need to do it for myself…
A little girl’s laughter brought her back to reality. She turned and looked at the happy, little face... I could have been happy like that, if only…
Closing her eyes, she leaned her head back and stood still, enjoying the caress of the warm sunlight on her face and the revitalizing seabreeze blowing softly through her hair. What an amazing sensation!
She opened her eyes and let the captivating scenery fill her vision. It took her breath away. This is how Dad must have felt every time he stood on the bridge of his ship. She leaned against the railing, mesmerized by the magnificent view of the crystal clear, sapphire waters of the Aegean Sea. Her thoughts flew back to cherished memories of her childhood, and she was overwhelmed. She could hardly wait…
Feeling restless, she looked around her, wondering how much longer it would take them to get there. Mykonos was only a few hours trip from Athens, but it seemed like ages to her.
It had been thirteen years since she last saw the amazing, blue waters of the Aegean and the beautiful island where she was born. She had been only eight years old when her father was declared dead, and her mother, heartbroken, took little Helena to England.
Since then, the shadows of the past kept her mother away from the island she used to adore. Only after her mother’s death had Helena decided to come back to meet her only living relatives, and to try to unravel the mystery surrounding her father’s death.
Now, as the ship approached the shores of Mykonos, Helena closed her eyes and saw her mother’s pale face, staring at her with eyes wideopen from anxiety and fear. Don’t go back! Don’t ever go back! I want you to promise me… Helena could still hear her soft, trembling voice whispering while she was squeezing her hand tightly.
Helena swallowed hard, feeling her heart flutter wildly. I have nothing to worry about, she tried to reassure herself. All she needed were some answers, and after that, she would head back to England, and go on with her life. However, deep down inside, she knew it wasn’t going to be that simple. Deep down inside, she had this eerie feeling that destiny was waiting just around the corner for her…
***
To be published soon by Booktrope...
May 5, 2014
This is the amazing cover of “Deadly Secrets”—the 2nd mystery romance novel in “The Greek Isles Series”!
Another awesome cover by my fantastic designer, Shari Ryan.
“Deadly Secrets” will be published soon by Booktrope.
Here is the blurb:
A quest for truth… Helena was only eight when her father disappeared, and her life was shattered. Thirteen years later, she returns to her birthplace—the Greek island of Mykonos—on a quest to learn the truth about her father. Eerie warnings from her late mother and prophecies hidden in her grandmother’s diary compel Helena to delve into her family’s mysterious past. But well-buried secrets and a hidden mastermind plotting revenge create a deadly combination that could destroy Helena’s life.
A powerful and seductive man… Upon discovering that the seductive Captain Dimitris Nikolaou has taken everything once belonging to her father, Helena is devastated; but in spite of his treachery, she is drawn to him like no other. As danger and passion collide, Helena realizes that nothing is what it seems.
Keeping a promise can be fatal… Despite her desire for the irresistible captain, Helena is wary of his insistence to keep the promise he’d made to her father—the promise to marry her. Dimitris wants this feisty enchantress, and he’s used to getting what he wants. Making Helena his wife isn’t about the promise anymore—he wants her…and he’s willing to put his heart and his life at risk to keep her in his arms forever.
“Deadly Secrets” will be published soon by Booktrope.
Here is the blurb:
A quest for truth… Helena was only eight when her father disappeared, and her life was shattered. Thirteen years later, she returns to her birthplace—the Greek island of Mykonos—on a quest to learn the truth about her father. Eerie warnings from her late mother and prophecies hidden in her grandmother’s diary compel Helena to delve into her family’s mysterious past. But well-buried secrets and a hidden mastermind plotting revenge create a deadly combination that could destroy Helena’s life.
A powerful and seductive man… Upon discovering that the seductive Captain Dimitris Nikolaou has taken everything once belonging to her father, Helena is devastated; but in spite of his treachery, she is drawn to him like no other. As danger and passion collide, Helena realizes that nothing is what it seems.
Keeping a promise can be fatal… Despite her desire for the irresistible captain, Helena is wary of his insistence to keep the promise he’d made to her father—the promise to marry her. Dimitris wants this feisty enchantress, and he’s used to getting what he wants. Making Helena his wife isn’t about the promise anymore—he wants her…and he’s willing to put his heart and his life at risk to keep her in his arms forever.
May 3, 2014
Awards and Editorial Reviews for "Spellbound in His Arms"
#1 Barnes & Noble Bestseller#2 Amazon BestsellerWinner of the Crowned Heart Award for Excellence from InD'tale MagazineFinalist for the 2014 RONE Award in the Mystery Category Editorial Reviews for “Spellbound in His Arms” "The author deftly interweaves the plot as it twists and turns until the reader fears for the lives of heroes Jackie and Michael. It's a fast paced, suspenseful read, with diabolical villains, an intrepid heroine and a super hot detective!" - InD'tale Magazine
"The chemistry between the main characters, Jackie and Michael, is fiery and passionate right from the start, but what I really liked is that they were able to keep their heads to solve the mystery even as their relationship blossomed. There are plenty of bad guys and plenty of action in this book-- " - Caroline Fardig, Best-selling Author
"This book LITERALLY sucked me in with the very first paragraph. I had a very hard time putting this book down because it is so action packed!" - Joe Cool Review
"I would summarize 'Spellbound in His Arms' in one word: exciting! This was a fun easy read that had it all; romance, excitement and mystery with Corfu for the backdrop of the story." - The Masquerade Crew
"The chemistry between the main characters, Jackie and Michael, is fiery and passionate right from the start, but what I really liked is that they were able to keep their heads to solve the mystery even as their relationship blossomed. There are plenty of bad guys and plenty of action in this book-- " - Caroline Fardig, Best-selling Author
"This book LITERALLY sucked me in with the very first paragraph. I had a very hard time putting this book down because it is so action packed!" - Joe Cool Review
"I would summarize 'Spellbound in His Arms' in one word: exciting! This was a fun easy read that had it all; romance, excitement and mystery with Corfu for the backdrop of the story." - The Masquerade Crew
May 2, 2014
The Greek Isles Series
The Greek islands—alluring destinations which cast a spell on the visitor from the very first moment—are among my favorite settings. I’ve written a whole series of romance and mystery novels—The Greek Isles Series—each taking place on a different island.
In this series, while sharing with my readers the development of the romance between my hero and heroine, and the unfolding of the mystery, I also take the opportunity to share with them the unbelievable experience of visiting some of the most enchanting Greek islands—places of impeccable beauty, where nature exists lavishly in hundreds of shades of green and blue, and in which centuries of Greek tradition coexist harmoniously with cosmopolitan activity.
Award-winning bestseller, Spellbound in His Arms—taking place on the alluring island of Corfu—was the first novel published in The Greek Isles Series.
Deadly Secrets—the second novel in this series—blends mystery, romance, and adventure on Mykonos, one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. The picturesque setting on one hand and the unique way of life on a Greek island, which reflects the values and traditions of the Greek people, on the other, set the background for this intriguing story.
The Heiress of Santorini—the third novel in this series—blends mystery, romance, and adventure in Atlanta, New York, and on the awe-inspiring island of Santorini—a precious gem in the Aegean, which is still an active volcano with spectacular rock formations, impressive lunar landscapes, and breathtaking red and black sand beaches.
Angel Sefer
"Let the allure of romance and mystery take you to an enchanting destination..."
In this series, while sharing with my readers the development of the romance between my hero and heroine, and the unfolding of the mystery, I also take the opportunity to share with them the unbelievable experience of visiting some of the most enchanting Greek islands—places of impeccable beauty, where nature exists lavishly in hundreds of shades of green and blue, and in which centuries of Greek tradition coexist harmoniously with cosmopolitan activity.
Award-winning bestseller, Spellbound in His Arms—taking place on the alluring island of Corfu—was the first novel published in The Greek Isles Series.
Deadly Secrets—the second novel in this series—blends mystery, romance, and adventure on Mykonos, one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. The picturesque setting on one hand and the unique way of life on a Greek island, which reflects the values and traditions of the Greek people, on the other, set the background for this intriguing story.
The Heiress of Santorini—the third novel in this series—blends mystery, romance, and adventure in Atlanta, New York, and on the awe-inspiring island of Santorini—a precious gem in the Aegean, which is still an active volcano with spectacular rock formations, impressive lunar landscapes, and breathtaking red and black sand beaches.
Angel Sefer
"Let the allure of romance and mystery take you to an enchanting destination..."
April 30, 2014
My Review on "The Ruby Brooch" by Katherine Lowry Logan
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Angel Sefer's review
5 of 5 stars
One of the best historical, time travel romances I’ve ever read.
It’s the compelling story of Kit, a time traveler from the twenty-first century, who goes back to the wagon train days of the nineteenth century to discover her real identity.
I just couldn’t put the book down, wondering who Kit really was and who were her real parents.
The mystery, the magic, the twists and turns, and the love story between Kit and Cullen kept me glued to the pages.
Highly recommended!
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Angel Sefer's review
5 of 5 stars
One of the best historical, time travel romances I’ve ever read.
It’s the compelling story of Kit, a time traveler from the twenty-first century, who goes back to the wagon train days of the nineteenth century to discover her real identity.
I just couldn’t put the book down, wondering who Kit really was and who were her real parents.
The mystery, the magic, the twists and turns, and the love story between Kit and Cullen kept me glued to the pages.
Highly recommended!
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April 29, 2014
Athens Author Makes it to the Finals in the International RONE Awards
InD'Tale Magazine announced the finalists for their annual awards, and Angel Sefer's mystery romance novel "Spellbound in His Arms" made the cut.
PRLog (Press Release) - Apr. 27, 2014 - ILIOUPOLI, Greece -- The 2014 RONE award finalists have been announced, and #1 bestselling author, Angel Sefer, is one of them. Her mystery romance novel, Spellbound in His Arms, is her debut novel and a finalist in the mystery category. Awards will be announced at the Romance Novel Convention held July 9 - 13 at the Golden Nugget Hotel in Las Vegas.
The RONE awards are open to indie books, which include self-published books and those published by independent pulishers, such as Booktrope, the Seattle-based company that published Sefer's book. Spellbound in His Arms is a #1 Barnes & Noble best seller, a #2 Amazon best seller, and is currently on the shortlist for the Indie Author Land's "50 Self-Published Books Worth Reading - 2013/14."
A complete list of RONE award finalists is available here:http://indtale.com/2014-rone-awards
Read the Press Release here
PRLog (Press Release) - Apr. 27, 2014 - ILIOUPOLI, Greece -- The 2014 RONE award finalists have been announced, and #1 bestselling author, Angel Sefer, is one of them. Her mystery romance novel, Spellbound in His Arms, is her debut novel and a finalist in the mystery category. Awards will be announced at the Romance Novel Convention held July 9 - 13 at the Golden Nugget Hotel in Las Vegas.
The RONE awards are open to indie books, which include self-published books and those published by independent pulishers, such as Booktrope, the Seattle-based company that published Sefer's book. Spellbound in His Arms is a #1 Barnes & Noble best seller, a #2 Amazon best seller, and is currently on the shortlist for the Indie Author Land's "50 Self-Published Books Worth Reading - 2013/14."
A complete list of RONE award finalists is available here:http://indtale.com/2014-rone-awards
Read the Press Release here
