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January 19, 2023
As Dark as Night

The Tempting Fate Series: paranormal urban fantasy romance novels with shifters, vampires, slayers, and all sorts of other supernatural characters. Each book follows a new couple as they overcome obstacles together—no cliffhangers!
Loup Garou’s song: As Dark as NightVerse 1:
Join me on a journey
To a world that’s out of sight
Where our two worlds collide
In the darkness of the night
A pull so strong and magnetic
Our fate was sealed long ago
Chorus:
The Dark Prince, the rockstar of lore
Has finally found his one true love to adore
Claws sharpened and eyes ablaze
No longer searching for my place
Verse 2:
My heart races when you’re near
Our bodies become one
Forever entwined in love
Till our last breath is done
Chorus:
The Dark Prince, the rockstar of lore
Has finally found his one true love to adore
With fur as dark as the night sky
And eyes that gleam like moonlight
Verse 3:
With every step we take
Darkness closes in
But your light shines so bright
Guiding me from within
Our love is a force to be reckoned with
A bond that cannot be broken
Chorus:
The Dark Prince, the rockstar of lore
Has finally found his one true love to adore
With fur as dark as the night sky
And eyes that gleam like moonlight
Verse 4:
I’ve longed for you from afar
For endless, lonely years
Your beauty and your grace
Allayed all my fears
But now the time has come
To claim what is mine
Chorus:
The Dark Prince, the rockstar of lore
Has finally found his one true love to adore
With fur as dark as the night sky
And eyes that gleam like moonlight
Verse 5:
But there are those who will stop at nothing
To keep us from our fate
The enemy is closer than we think and
Will do whatever it takes
But I’ll fight for you
With every breath in my body
I’ll fight for our love
Until the very end
Chorus:
The Dark Prince, the rockstar of lore
Has finally found his one true love to adore
With fur as dark as the night sky
And eyes that gleam like moonlight
Bridge:
Our love is worth fighting for
Even against the darkest odds
We’ll stand tall and face the storm
For our love is the only thing that makes sense
Chorus (Repeat)
Outro:
Our love is the stuff of legends
A story told for all time
The Dark Prince and the dancer
Forever entwined



© Mandy M. Roth 2023
January 17, 2023
Top 7 Cat-Shifter Romance Books

There’s just something about a man who can turn into a big, bad kitty that makes our hearts go pitter-patter. If you’re looking for your next paranormal romance obsession, look no further than these seven steamy reads featuring yummy cat shifters. From classic favorites to new releases, these books will put a purr in your heart.
Here Kitty, Kitty by Shelly LaurenstonWhat do you do when you’ve got a hillbilly tiger by the tail? Or maybe the question should be: what wouldn’t you do…
Nikolai Vorislav likes his single life just as it is. Simple, relaxing, and quiet. What he doesn’t need is some foul-mouthed Texas hellcat living in his house, eating his food, flirting with his idiot brothers, and shooting holes in his home with his granddaddy’s gun. But those long legs, dark eyes, and lethal tongue are making Nik insane, and he fears he may be caught in the sexiest animal trap ever.
Buy on AmazonAct of Passion by Mandy M. RothParanormal Security and Intelligence operative and lion-shifter Malik “Tut” Nasser’s past is about to catch up to the ancient Egyptian.
When he agreed to help test a drug that could help supernaturals with control issues, he never thought it would have the opposite effect on him. So when he finds himself fighting the urge to lay claim to a human woman he’s far from prepared for what happens next.
Buy on AmazonWild Cat by Jennifer AshleyWhen Diego Escobar assists in what should be a simple task of arresting a trespasser, he comes face-to-face with his first Shifter–the beautiful Cassidy Warden, sister of the Shiftertown leader. Assigned to watch over her, Diego learns more about the lonely, wild Cassidy than it’s safe to know.
Diego might be human, but he’s virile and darkly handsome, and stirs Cassidy’s mating desire, which she thought dead forever. Once the fires begin, nothing and no one can put them out.
Buy on AmazonWild Rain by Christine FeehanWith a new identity, a staged death, and a chance to flee the treachery that stalks her, Rachel has escaped from a faceless assassin. Now, thousands of miles from home, under the lush canopy of the rainforest, she’s found sanctuary.
But in this world teeming with unusual creatures walks the most exotic of them all. His name is Rio. A native of the forest imbued with a fierce prowess, he is something to be desired. Possessed of secrets of his own, he is something to be feared.
Kate Daniels is a down-on-her-luck mercenary who makes her living cleaning up magical problems. But when Kate’s guardian is murdered, her quest for justice draws her into a power struggle between two strong factions within Atlanta’s magic circles. Pressured by both sides to find the killer, Kate realizes she’s way our of her league—but she wouldn’t want it any other way…
Act of Submission by Mandy M. RothHaven Carey has given up everything to seek out the man responsible for her brother’s death, but she gets a lot more than she bargained for when she comes face-to-face with the tall, dark, and delicious alpha. When her world is turned on its head, she soon discovers that nothing is as it appears to be.
Cat-shifting PSI-Operative Miles “Boomer” Walsh is the team loner for a reason—nothing and no one touches him. Not anymore. Except when a beautiful vixen shows up, claiming he murdered her brother, and tries to kill him. It’s not the first time a female’s tried to end him. But this time is different.
Buy on AmazonTempting the Beast by Lora LeighCallan Lyons wanted only to be left in peace to protect the small group of Breeds he rescued from a New Mexico lab, but those that created them refuse to stop their continued attempts to re-capture them. And the owner of a small, reputable paper, once a friend of his birth mother’s, now has proof of his existence. Proof that has caught his daughter, Merinus Tyler’s’s fascination and ensured her determination to find him. But once they touch, they’ll become far more than either ever imagined possible.
Buy on AmazonIf you’re looking for more paranormal romance recommendations, be sure to check out our blog post on the Top 10 Best Vampire Romance Books for Adults. And don’t miss the upcoming blog post, the Top 7 Best Futuristic Cat-Shifter Romance Books.
January 16, 2023
The Bad Boy Vampires of the Immortal Ops World

Love reading about vampires? Can’t get enough romance in your books? Do you crave action in and out of the bedroom in your books? Then Mandy M. Roth’s Crimson Ops series is for you! These vampires are not only bad-ass immortals. They’re special operatives fighting against evil to protect innocents. From wise-cracking hunks to panty-wetting French men, these vampires can make any woman swoon. Check out the vampire paranormal romance series The Crimson Ops today! Take a bite and quench your thirst!
Get Started Today!Non-Amazon links can be found on the individual book pages.
Crimson Ops Series:
Book #1: Midnight EchoesBook #2: Expecting DarknessBook #3: Bound to MidnightBook #4: Bat Out of Hell



January 15, 2023
Immortal Ops #1 on Spotify Audiobooks

Narrated By Mason Lloyd
Book one in the bestselling series The Immortal Ops by NY Times and USAT bestselling author Mandy M. Roth.Paranormal Shifter Military Special Ops Romance
Immortal Ops Special Operative and Team Captain Lukian Vlakhusha is having issues with his newest target, Peren Matthews. His higher-ups want her eliminated. He simply wants her. The alpha side of him demands he claim her–that is if she’ll have him. After all, he’s what she fears most–a wolf shifter. But there is more to Peren than even she’s aware of and the enemy is closer than anyone imagined.
★★★★★ 5 Stars–“Heart pounding, hot, great storytelling”–Goodreads.com
★★★★★ 5 Stars–“Ms. Roth just has a way with words that give forth emotions within the reader whether it be fear or love.”–Goodreads.com
★★★★★ 5 Stars–“Great characters with strong alpha males but equally strong and capable women.”–Goodreads.com
★★★★★ 5 Stars–“Highly recommend if you want to get immersed in a world that will have you turning the pages from beginning to end.” –Elle Boon, Bookbub.com
Perfect for fans of K.F. Breene, Shannon Mayer, Laurann Dohner, Denise Grover Swank, Darynda Jones, Alisa Woods, Elizabeth Hunter, Christine Feehan, Rebecca Zanetti, Nalini Singh, Laurann Dohner, Gena Showalter, Genevieve Jack, Lora Leigh, Patricia Briggs, and Laurell K. Hamilton.
January 13, 2023
What Makes a Good Dragon Shifter Romance Book?

Are you eager to sink your claws into a captivating dragon shifter romance novel? Then let’s delve into the vibrant elements that make dragon-shifter paranormal romance books so intriguing! From compelling characters and unexpected plot twists to complex relationships and vivid settings, these essential components create an alluring tale.
It’s no surprise, really. Dragons have long been seen as powerful mythical creatures that are captivating and often inspiring. Dragons have been a part of human mythology and legend for thousands of years. They are often depicted in various cultures as fearsome creatures with incredible powers and are often associated with royalty and nobility.
However, in European mythology, dragons are often portrayed as fierce beasts that breathe fire and hoard treasure. They are often associated with evil and are said to be defeated by brave knights.
Dragon shifter romance books are fan favorites, and for a good reason. They are a perfect blending of fantasy, mythology, adventure, danger, and romance that appeals to many readers.
Whether it’s an engrossing story involving two lovers reuniting after years apart with a dragon at their side or a thrilling epic full of action-packed scenes set in alternate worlds where dragons exist, there can never be enough books surrounding these fascinating supernatural beings.
If you’re not already a fan of the genre, give these five dragon-shifter romance books a try and see what all the fuss is about!The Dragon Shifter’s Duty: Paranormal Security and Intelligence Ops Shadow Agents: Part of the Immortal Ops World (Shadow Agents/PSI-Ops Book 2) by Mandy M. Roth [image error] [image error]Undercover special operative and dragon-shifter Ezra has fallen into enemy hands. He knew better than to stray from the mission, but he couldn’t fight his natural need to protect the innocent. When he senses the desperate call of his mate, there is no stopping this wild, fire-breathing alpha male. He won’t go down without a fight and he’ll destroy anyone and anything that stands in his way of happiness and love.
Buy on AmazonDragon Bound (Elder Races Book 1) by Thea Harrison [image error] [image error]Half-human and half-wyr, Pia Giovanni spent her life keeping a low profile among the wyrkind and avoiding the continuing conflict between them and their Dark Fae enemies. But after being blackmailed into stealing a coin from the hoard of a dragon, Pia finds herself targeted by one of the most powerful—and passionate—of the Elder races.
Buy on AmazonDragon Actually (Dragon Kin Book 1) by G.A. Aiken [image error] [image error]It’s not always easy being a female warrior with a nickname like Annwyl the Bloody. Men tend to either cower in fear—a lot—or else salute. It’s true that Annwyl has a knack for decapitating legions of her ruthless brother’s soldiers without pausing for breath. But just once it would be nice to be able to really talk to a man, the way she can talk to Fearghus the Destroyer.
Buy on AmazonBarbarian Prince: A Qurilixen World Novel (Dragon Lords Anniversary Edition) by Michelle M. Pillow [image error] [image error]Breaking up is hard to do…Going undercover at a mass wedding as a bartered bride, Morrigan Blake has every intention of getting off the barbaric alien planet just as soon as the ceremony is over. Or, more correctly, just as soon as she captures footage of the mysterious princes rumored to be in attendance.
Buy on AmazonHeart of the Dragon: A Paranormal Romance Novel (Atlantis Book 1) by Gena Showalter [image error] [image error]Searching for her missing brother, Grace Carlyle never dreamed she would discover a secret world populated by mythological monsters—or find herself facing a sword-wielding being whose looks put mortal men to shame.
Buy on AmazonNocturnal Journal

Most of you know that I’ve been blogging since early 2004 and that my blog was/is called the Nocturnal Journal after the fictitious newspaper I created in my first book, Daughter of Darkness. The blog has sadly had to move from platform to platform over the course of 19 years, but it is what it is.
Since I’ll be putting out 20-year anniversary editions of The Daughter of Darkness books before long (can you believe this year is the 19th year since they released), I thought it was time to get NJ going again.
Since I’ve dusted off my blog writing skills and have been putting them to good use again, I thought it would be fun to go back to what I know.

It’s A Wonderful Midlife Crisis: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel

I’m spotlighting the Fab13’s Robyn Peterman today! Whoohoo! I adore Robyn. She leaves me in stitches all the time, and we should probably get this out of the way, I’ve nearly peed myself more than once laughing while I talk to her. It’s safe to say her books nearly do me in and really test the limit of my bladder because they are always filled to the brim with funny!
About the Book:Whoever said life begins at forty must have been heavily medicated, drunk, or delusional.
Thirty-nine was a fantastic year. I was married to the man I loved. I had a body that worked without creaking. My grandma, who raised me, was still healthy, and life was pretty damned good.
But as they say, all good things come to an end. I’d honestly love to know who ’they’ are and rip them a new one.
One year later, I’m a widow. My joints are starting to ache. Gram is in the nursing home, and dead people think my home is some kind of supernatural bed and breakfast. Gluing body parts onto semi-transparent people has become a side job—deceased people I’m not even sure are actually there. I think they need my help, but since I don’t speak dead, we’re having a few issues.
To add to the heap of trouble, there’s a new dangerously smokin’ hot lawyer at the firm who won’t stop giving me the eye. My BFF is
thrilled with her new frozen face, thanks to her plastic surgeon, her alimony check, and the miracle of Botox. And then there’s the little conundrum that I’m becoming way too attached to my ghostly squatters… Like Cher, I’d like to turn back time. Now.
No can do.
Whatever. I have wine, good friends, and an industrial-sized box of superglue. What could possibly go wrong?
Everything, apparently.
All in all, it’s shaping up to be a wonderful midlife crisis…

It’s A Wonderful Midlife Crisis: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel – Good To The Last Death Book One, by Robyn Peterman story follows the protagonist, Daisy, as she navigates life as a widow.
It’s A Wonderful Midlife Crisis fearlessly tackles deep topics such as loneliness, mortality, and grief. Despite its jovial tone, this book ultimately reminds us that redemption or second chances are never out of reach – no matter what we face in life. Packed with powerful female characters guiding the story arc, this is an ideal read for anyone who seeks inspiration on resilience and optimism.
It’s A Wonderful Midlife Crisis: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel – Good To The Last Death Book One is truly a delightfully entertaining (be careful, or you might wet yourself) book that will captivate readers with its humor and charm while proving that joy can be found in even the darkest moments of life.
Buy Your Copy Today:It’s A Wonderful Midlife Crisis: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book One

Whose Midlife Crisis Is It Anyway?: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book Two

A Most Excellent Midlife Crisis: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel : Good To The Last Death Book Three

My Midlife Crisis, My Rules: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book Four

You Light Up My Midlife Crisis: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good to the Last Death Book Five

It’s A Matter of Midlife and Death: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book Six

The Facts of Midlife: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book Seven

It’s A Hard-Knock Midlife: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book Eight

Run For Your Midlife: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel: Good To The Last Death Book Nine

January 12, 2023
Betwixt: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel

Today I’m focusing on Darynda Jones, another of the Fab13, and her first paranormal women’s fiction book “Betwixt.” You should know going into this that you’d be hard-pressed to find me a book by Darynda that I don’t love. This one proves she’s a master of her craft, regardless of the genre!
About the Book:Divorced, desperate, and destitute, former restaurateur Defiance Dayne finds out she has been bequeathed a house by a complete stranger. She is surprised, to say the least, and her curiosity gets the better of her. She leaves her beloved Phoenix and heads to one of the most infamous towns in America: Salem, Massachusetts.
She’s only there to find out why a woman she’s never met would leave her a house. A veritable castle that has seen better days. She couldn’t possibly accept it, but the lawyer assigned to the case practically begs her to take it off her hands, mostly because she’s scared of it. The house. The inanimate structure that, as far as Dephne can tell, has never hurt a fly.
Though it does come with some baggage. A pesky neighbor who wants her gone. A scruffy cat who’s a bit of a jerk. And a handyman bathed in ink who could moonlight as a supermodel for GQ.
She decides to give it three days, and not because of the model. She feels at home in Salem. Safe. But even that comes to a screeching halt when people begin knocking on her door day and night, begging for her help to locate their lost objects.
Come to find out, they think she’s a witch. And after a few mysterious mishaps, Dephne is beginning to wonder if they’re right.

Buy Your Copy Today:From the very first page, I was hooked! Darynda’s humor is always so spot-on for me. This book showcases that, as well as her ability to weave a story in a way that seems almost effortless. I highly recommend “Betwixt: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel” to anyone who enjoys a good paranormal romance with a touch of mystery and self-discovery.
Mandy M. Roth
Betwixt: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Betwixt & Between Book One)

Bewitched: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel : Betwixt & Between Book Two

Beguiled: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Betwixt & Between Book Three)

Moonlight and Magic : Betwixt and Between Book 4 (Betwixt & Between)

Kindle Unlimited and Kindle Ebooks: Understanding the Difference
A: All ebooks on Amazon are considered Kindle ebooks. But NOT all ebooks on Amazon are part of the Kindle Unlimited Subscription Program (the all-you-can-read for one low price every month).
Kindle Unlimited is a subscription service offered by Amazon that lets you read as many ebooks as you want for a monthly fee so long as those ebooks are enrolled in the Kindle Unlimited Program. As I said before, not all ebooks available on Amazon are included in the Kindle Unlimited program, but all ebooks on Amazon are considered Kindle ebooks.
Leaving Kindle Unlimited program means that the ebook will no longer be part of the all-you-can-read service and can no longer be read as part of the subscription. But it doesn’t mean that the book can’t be purchased on Amazon as a Kindle ebook. You can still buy it as a normal eBook.
If you’ve never had a subscription to Kindle Unlimited or if you bought the ebook via Amazon and elected NOT to read it as part of your Kindle Unlimited Subscription, me saying a book is leaving Kindle Unlimited doesn’t change anything for you.
If you did elect to read the ebooks via your Kindle Unlimited Subscription, it means you can’t re-read them via Kindle Unlimited unless the author re-enrolls them in the Kindle Unlimited Program, making them exclusive to Amazon’s platform once more. That if you wish to read them again, you’d need to purchase the ebooks via Amazon Kindle ebooks.
As always, Amazon KU Terms and Conditions do apply, and they have the final say. If you borrow a book that is in the KU program, it may or may not be available later, depending on Amazon’s policy at the time.

Witching For Grace: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel

If you’re a fan of paranormal women’s fiction, then you won’t want to miss the latest novel from Fab13 founding member Deanna Chase. “Witching for Grace” is a novel that is full of class and sass and is perfect for anyone who feels like age is just a number.
About the Book:A Paranormal Women’s Fiction with a bit of class, and a lot of sass, for anyone who feels like age is just a number!
Welcome to Premonition Pointe, where witches take care of their own.
Grace Valentine had the perfect marriage and a great career managing her husband’s real estate office. Or so she thought until three months ago when she was served with divorce papers. Thanks to her philandering ex, not only is she out of a husband, she’s out of a job, too.
At the age of forty-five with the help of her coven, Grace is ready to pick up the pieces and move on. But her only job prospect is at the rival real estate office, and it’s only for a trial run. She’ll need to prove that she can sell the haunted properties of Premonition Pointe before she’s hired permanently.
But who has time to deal with haunted houses when she’s testing out every anti-perspirant on the market to combat her escalating hot flashes, trying not to succumb to the advances of the hot thirty-four-year-old in her office, and ignoring the urges to hex her ex with erectile disfunction? Okay, maybe she doesn’t ignore the urges. She might be a witch, but she’s only human. Can Grace prove to herself and her new boss she has the magical touch to sell the impossible and find the courage get her groove back… even if her new love interest is a decade younger?

Buy Your Copy Today:“Witching for Grace” is the first book in the Premonition Pointe series, so be sure to pick up a copy and see what all the fuss is about. With its relatable protagonist, the fantastic and often hilarious friendship she and the other women in the book share, the hexes going haywire, a fun and exciting plot, and a touch of romance, this book is sure to be a hit with fans of the genre.
Mandy M. Roth
Witching For Grace: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Premonition Pointe Book 1)

Witching For Hope: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Premonition Pointe Book 2)

Witching For Joy: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Premonition Pointe Book 3)

Witching For Clarity: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Premonition Pointe Book 4)

Witching For Moxie: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel (Premonition Pointe Book 5)

Witching For Kismet (Premonition Pointe Book 6)
