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10 Days #2
How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days
Got Warlock?
Middy Cherrywood does. She’s got more warlock than she can hex with Dred Shadowins. He isn’t just a billionaire playboy and Weekly Warlock centerfold. He’s a spy for the High Chancellor, and he convinces Middy to pose as his fiancée for his latest mission. Too bad no one told his mother before she slipped Middy a potion that will make their sham engagement all too real in just ten days.
Dred Shadowins already has his hands full with cursed objects, possessed nuns, and dreams where Merlin makes him pay for taking his name in vain by relating his sexcapades with Nimue. But by the end of the mission, he’s convinced his most difficult challenge is the hero’s cape Middy’s draped over his shoulders. Because he wants nothing more than to give her the one thing he may not be capable of providing: Happily Ever After.
Middy Cherrywood does. She’s got more warlock than she can hex with Dred Shadowins. He isn’t just a billionaire playboy and Weekly Warlock centerfold. He’s a spy for the High Chancellor, and he convinces Middy to pose as his fiancée for his latest mission. Too bad no one told his mother before she slipped Middy a potion that will make their sham engagement all too real in just ten days.
Dred Shadowins already has his hands full with cursed objects, possessed nuns, and dreams where Merlin makes him pay for taking his name in vain by relating his sexcapades with Nimue. But by the end of the mission, he’s convinced his most difficult challenge is the hero’s cape Middy’s draped over his shoulders. Because he wants nothing more than to give her the one thing he may not be capable of providing: Happily Ever After.
276 pages, Paperback
First published September 25, 2012
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About the author
Saranna DeWylde
87 books705 followersSaranna De Wylde has always been fascinated by things better left in the dark. She wrote her first story after watching The Exorcist at a slumber party. Since then, she’s published horror, romance and narrative nonfiction. Like all writers, Saranna has held a variety of jobs, from operations supervisor for an airline, to an assistant for a call girl, to a corrections officer. But like Hemingway said, “Once writing has become your major vice and greatest pleasure, only death can stop it.” So she traded in her cuffs for a full-time keyboard. She loves to hear from her readers.
Saranna writes nonfiction under the name Sara Lunsford. Her memoir about her time as a corrections officer called Sweet Hell on Fire releases Nov 1 from Sourcebooks.
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March 19, 2018
I laughed like a lunatic, and I'm not joking! This series is really uplifting and making my days better. I love the humor in it and the humors way it's written and the crazy situations that keep popping up.
October 1, 2012
Rating: B+ ... Heat: Hot
-- A Romantic Book Affairs Review.
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Midnight Cherrywood was stuck with an unfortunate nickname while she attended Academy as young witchling—Cherry-would-if-she-could. The person responsible for giving her that moniker? Mordred Shadowins. As is often the case with childhood crushes, Dred was covering up his true feelings for Middy by constantly picking on her. Fast forward more than a few years, and Dred now needs Middy’s help to solve a black magic mystery... and when Middy agrees, well, she gets to turn the tables on the wily warlock and give him his just desserts.
Middy is a snarky delight. She starts out innocent, with a penchant to please, but after spending some time with Dred, she quickly looses her brain-to-mouth filter. And, as he is the staring man of her self-love sessions, she decides early on to loose something else to him. Yes, Middy is a virgin heroine, who is initiated into the joys of carnal bliss quite enthusiastically but, thankfully for me, I like that. If you’re going to finally give it up, it might as well be in spectacular, mind-blowing fashion.
Which is just what she gets from Dred. Who, I must say, is not dreadful at all. He is a charming, charismatic, Viking-esque sex god, with a wicked tongue (verbally as well as... you know). He also has an air of danger and disrepute that pretty much means he is panty kryptonite. (Dred can magic my panties on or off anytime. Just sayin’.) But there is more to him than meets the eye and he has a protective streak that’s a mile long... and a particular weakness for our sassy heroine.
Together, these two make my face hurt from smiling so much. When Middy started to laugh at Dred, after shooting a cranberry into his eye, and the more he glared - the more she laughed... I knew me and How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days would get along just fine. My sense of humor and the author’s were a glorious match. So many times I caught myself thinking, ’That is ridiculous.’ As in, ridiculously hilarious. And please keep it coming.
This book really hits you with the funny right out of the gate. And it’s done in such a creative and imaginative way—the things the characters say are so off-the-wall and colorful and fit the world to a T. It did peter off a bit towards the end, but it was replaced with drama and other goodness, so I didn’t mind.
Because sometimes we need a good cry, and then there are times when we need smiles and outright laughter. This book gives you the latter in spades and even gave the former in a small doses toward the end.
Around 58% in, Chapter 16 specifically, things did get a tad confusing since I haven't read How to Loose a Demon in 10 Days. The characters from the first book pop in and start to meddle in Middy and Dred’s lives and it made the flow halt a smidge. But it also served to make me want to read Demon and get to know Caspian, Grace, and little Sera better... So, it wasn’t a big negative or anything.
The other secondary characters were great too. Everyone in this book brings the funny. I especially loved Dred's meddling mother, Aradia—because, really, with a son like Dred, Aradia would have to have a good sense of humor. It wouldn’t be easy to know all of your friends (and the rest of the witch population) have seen your son’s naked bits in Warlock Weekly.
Which, can I just say, I’d give my eyeteeth for a copy of! The mental images that dirty, naughty magazine gave me... Oh, boy. Women would pay good money for that to be a reality!
How to Wed a Warlock in 10 Days is a magical love story filled with droll humor and more than a dash of whimsy. Miz DeWylde has written a world that manages to be both sexy and silly—and I look forward to coming back to visit it often. I can’t wait to see what kind of mischief Raven, Middy’s eldest brother, causes in the next one, How To Seduce an Angel in 10 Days.
Favorite Quote:
“I thought all men, warlock and mortal alike, were eager to be first and last. Kind of like how cats feel they need to be the first one to mark the litter box.”
”Midnight! You’re virginity should not be compared to cat litter.” He sounded like a scandalized grandmother.
-- A Romantic Book Affairs Review.
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September 12, 2023
THIS BOOK WAS UNHINGED AND HILARIOUS. GO READ IT.
September 26, 2012
Snarky, nose-snorting humor with a WHOLE LOAD OF SEXY THORWN IN! I know i've done myself a disservice by starting with the second book in this series (which i am going to rectify)!
Full review to come soon...
Full review to come soon...
October 20, 2013
So funny. There were some great one liners in this and I really enjoyed it. My only gripe was the plot - which seemed a little weak - but overall the book was a real find for me. The best Brava I've read in ages and ages. Middy and Dred are fun characters, particularly Middy. I liked all the 'witch' talk - Little Red Riding Hooker, Sweet Circe's tampon etc etc. The whole story was riddled with puns and jokes and it worked very well.
June 15, 2014
What a fun and humorous read. Dred is the perfect bad boy and Middy is no wilting flower. I liked that the two characters didn’t instantly fall in love but as they got to know each other the love bloomed
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October 19, 2022
Stopped at 20 pages.
I really wish for these books people who reviewed them would use some other word than funny, because there is a difference between something that is funny and something that is so completely absurd it takes you out of your belief in the book. This is really where the fanfic tag of “crack" comes in handy because when you see it you can assume that nothing supporting any type of reasoning is contained and you can avoid it if you don't like that sort of thing.
I do not like this sort of thing.
The first chapter lulls you into a false sense of security with writing that is juvenile in tone but not horrible. Then the second chapter hits you with the male lead calling the female leads breasts “Two heaving gnomes," In what I am apparently meant to find a sexy way, and the female lead referring to someone's asshole as a “Chocolate starfish," and you see exactly what this story is and how little it thinks about itself and its readers by having horrible lines like that along with just so-so writing beyond it.
I flipped to a sex scene that happens later just to see how that was handled and the annoying part is that it wasn't that bad. Nothing to bring up at sexy bookclub since it's not anything special, but it's a noticeable difference from and improvement of what is in the rest of the book.
A complete waste of my time and now I am going to have that stupid gnome descriptor of tits in my head until the day I die like a curse I will never be able to shake off.
I really wish for these books people who reviewed them would use some other word than funny, because there is a difference between something that is funny and something that is so completely absurd it takes you out of your belief in the book. This is really where the fanfic tag of “crack" comes in handy because when you see it you can assume that nothing supporting any type of reasoning is contained and you can avoid it if you don't like that sort of thing.
I do not like this sort of thing.
The first chapter lulls you into a false sense of security with writing that is juvenile in tone but not horrible. Then the second chapter hits you with the male lead calling the female leads breasts “Two heaving gnomes," In what I am apparently meant to find a sexy way, and the female lead referring to someone's asshole as a “Chocolate starfish," and you see exactly what this story is and how little it thinks about itself and its readers by having horrible lines like that along with just so-so writing beyond it.
I flipped to a sex scene that happens later just to see how that was handled and the annoying part is that it wasn't that bad. Nothing to bring up at sexy bookclub since it's not anything special, but it's a noticeable difference from and improvement of what is in the rest of the book.
A complete waste of my time and now I am going to have that stupid gnome descriptor of tits in my head until the day I die like a curse I will never be able to shake off.
March 1, 2021
Oh. Good. Gravy. I have no idea how she manages to make a story enjoyable while stuffing it so full of ridiculousness that I almost feel like I laughed more than I read. I thought How To Lose A Demon in 10 Days was freaking funny, but I honestly think this topped it! If you haven't read the first one, you're good to read this one. But really, you should read it: Caspian is a hoot in both books.
The book is written in third person omniscient from several characters point of views, though mainly from our two leads. It mixes in several mythologies, lots of lore, and plenty of magic. Mostly though, it's humorous. This is not a heartwarming, soul searching romance, but a comedy of errors that falls into romance. A different kind of fun, for sure!
The male lead, Dred Shadowins, is unabashedly full of himself, but still manages to be a good guy. Middy Cherrywood is not full of herself, but is definitely no nonsense and completely unshakable when she has goal in mind. They're a match made in heaven...or hell. You be the judge. Some of the plot can get a bit confusing and things aren't always thoroughly explained, but the book is so irreverent it's almost expected. The parts with Merlin in them were my favorites, hands down.
If you like to die laughing (frequently), lots of steamy times, hilarious family moments, magical craziness galore, some surprisingly disturbing villains that get their just desserts, and a happy ending despite their best efforts, you should give this book, and this series, a go.
The book is written in third person omniscient from several characters point of views, though mainly from our two leads. It mixes in several mythologies, lots of lore, and plenty of magic. Mostly though, it's humorous. This is not a heartwarming, soul searching romance, but a comedy of errors that falls into romance. A different kind of fun, for sure!
The male lead, Dred Shadowins, is unabashedly full of himself, but still manages to be a good guy. Middy Cherrywood is not full of herself, but is definitely no nonsense and completely unshakable when she has goal in mind. They're a match made in heaven...or hell. You be the judge. Some of the plot can get a bit confusing and things aren't always thoroughly explained, but the book is so irreverent it's almost expected. The parts with Merlin in them were my favorites, hands down.
If you like to die laughing (frequently), lots of steamy times, hilarious family moments, magical craziness galore, some surprisingly disturbing villains that get their just desserts, and a happy ending despite their best efforts, you should give this book, and this series, a go.
June 23, 2018
This is fanfiction. Not bad fanfiction but fanfiction nonetheless. The plot is really spaghetti like as it goes all over the place with new characters popping in and out like zits. It gets tied up in a bow at the end but that bow is limp and misshapened. The characters were funny, I will admit but they suffer from the DreamWorks problem of jokes and pop references instead of moving the plot along but with sex. I did like the world building but there was a lot of implication that the reader read the previous books and fuck if I am doing that. My kingdom for a book series that focuses on one couple, not trying to hook up everyone in their lives.
In all, a nice time waster but wouldn't read it again.
In all, a nice time waster but wouldn't read it again.
December 10, 2022
So I thought this book was hilarious, but there were times it was a bit confusing with side character point of views. I prefer one or two points of view, so when about halfway through other characters starting to have a chapter here and there I found it distracting. Otherwise I really enjoyed the story for its craziness.
August 15, 2018
Great story!
These well written stories have been a great find for a week long binge worthy read/listen. Love the characters! The storyline is complex and detailed yet filled with humor!
These well written stories have been a great find for a week long binge worthy read/listen. Love the characters! The storyline is complex and detailed yet filled with humor!
February 16, 2020
A hot new take on Witches and Warlocks!
I loved the hot warlocks and the hilarious witches in this new to me series! Fun, fast dialogue and smart characters make this fun to read and the smidge of mystery keeps you turning the pages!
I loved the hot warlocks and the hilarious witches in this new to me series! Fun, fast dialogue and smart characters make this fun to read and the smidge of mystery keeps you turning the pages!
March 20, 2018
Incredibly funny! A bit cheesy in the end but I'm not complaining!
August 24, 2019
A good laugh!
June 8, 2021
I thought, "Such goodness"! And then I cried.
Such unique and passionate characters. A blazingly exciting story of heroines and heroes. Brava, Ms. DeWylde, brava. [PAGE 493, ebook via Hoopla]
Such unique and passionate characters. A blazingly exciting story of heroines and heroes. Brava, Ms. DeWylde, brava. [PAGE 493, ebook via Hoopla]
July 19, 2022
A fun concept and definitely lots of adventure and intrigue. I didn't love the casual sexism though.
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February 18, 2025That was one of the most cracked books I’ve ever read.
September 21, 2012
Review originally posted on my blog: A Book Obsession..
For years Middy has been secretly lusting after Dred Shadowins, her childhood tormentor turned billionaire playboy extraordinaire. She has every issue of Weekly Warlock featuring a centerfold with him. Yet, she never wanted to make her fantasies a reality as he goes through women like water. She has more self-respect than that, or at least she thought so until he convinced her to pose as his fiancée. Turns up he actually is a spy for the High Chancellor, and his latest case is one stepping horrors, and Middy would do anything, even sacrifice her pride to help stop the ones responsible. Yet things take a turn for the interesting when Dred's mother gives Middy a potion that makes their engagement turn from a farce to a reality leaving her only 10 days to make Dred hers or she will lose her Magick forever.
I really loved Middy and Dred's characters. Middy is a outwardly confident Witch who more than holds her own against Dred. He's been around the block a few times, and women typically fall at his feet, yet Middy gives him one heck of a run for his money with her brutal honesty. I loved watching her turn him upside down and off balance. Dred on the other hand has much more to him than meets the eye. Sure, he goes through women like crazy, but that really is only to keep from letting anyone close. Despite his outward confidence, inside he is actually rather insecure and doesn't believe he deserves to be loved. That's a perception that slowly changes over the book as Middy starts to teach him the error of his ways. Of course there are more than a few bumps along the way, making for an incredibly entertaining ride.
I have to admit that I'm never a big fan of the whole virginity aspect in adult books, especially as the heroine goes from no experience to a borderline nympho after just one encounter. Seriously, that just earns books a major eye roll from me. In How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days Middy is a virgin at the start, but a very self-experienced one, so that did help balance things out a little, and made it rather easy to ignore the fast pace of the "pleasure." Speaking of which, I wouldn't have though it possible after the very steamy nature of the first book, but this book was even hotter. The interactions between Maddy and Dred practically sizzle right off the page. I'm talking crazy hot. It was just one of those situations where the chemistry between two people was simply perfect, making their encounters full of fireworks. Don't get me wrong, the romance wasn't only sexual, as there was definitely a deeper element between them, even if it did take them a long while to admit to each other and even themselves. But in all honestly, that only made it sweeter for the anticipation.
I was fully immersed in this book, laughing and snorting the entire time, right up until the last third of the book where things just seemed to turn rather bizarre and underdeveloped. Don't get me wrong, it was still enjoyable, but it just didn't quite flow as well as the rest of the book. Add that with the rather anti-climatic resolution of the main plot, and I couldn't help feeling a little let down in the end, which is really a shame considering how strong the first two thirds were. I guess I just prefer my books to go out with a little more of a bang than this one did. That being said, I am still completely in love with both this book, and the series overall as they provide plenty of laugh out loud moments and incredibly hot romances that are not to be missed! I'll be eagerly awaiting the third installment, How to Seduce an Angel in 10 Days, set to release at the end of February next year.
For years Middy has been secretly lusting after Dred Shadowins, her childhood tormentor turned billionaire playboy extraordinaire. She has every issue of Weekly Warlock featuring a centerfold with him. Yet, she never wanted to make her fantasies a reality as he goes through women like water. She has more self-respect than that, or at least she thought so until he convinced her to pose as his fiancée. Turns up he actually is a spy for the High Chancellor, and his latest case is one stepping horrors, and Middy would do anything, even sacrifice her pride to help stop the ones responsible. Yet things take a turn for the interesting when Dred's mother gives Middy a potion that makes their engagement turn from a farce to a reality leaving her only 10 days to make Dred hers or she will lose her Magick forever.
I really loved Middy and Dred's characters. Middy is a outwardly confident Witch who more than holds her own against Dred. He's been around the block a few times, and women typically fall at his feet, yet Middy gives him one heck of a run for his money with her brutal honesty. I loved watching her turn him upside down and off balance. Dred on the other hand has much more to him than meets the eye. Sure, he goes through women like crazy, but that really is only to keep from letting anyone close. Despite his outward confidence, inside he is actually rather insecure and doesn't believe he deserves to be loved. That's a perception that slowly changes over the book as Middy starts to teach him the error of his ways. Of course there are more than a few bumps along the way, making for an incredibly entertaining ride.
I have to admit that I'm never a big fan of the whole virginity aspect in adult books, especially as the heroine goes from no experience to a borderline nympho after just one encounter. Seriously, that just earns books a major eye roll from me. In How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days Middy is a virgin at the start, but a very self-experienced one, so that did help balance things out a little, and made it rather easy to ignore the fast pace of the "pleasure." Speaking of which, I wouldn't have though it possible after the very steamy nature of the first book, but this book was even hotter. The interactions between Maddy and Dred practically sizzle right off the page. I'm talking crazy hot. It was just one of those situations where the chemistry between two people was simply perfect, making their encounters full of fireworks. Don't get me wrong, the romance wasn't only sexual, as there was definitely a deeper element between them, even if it did take them a long while to admit to each other and even themselves. But in all honestly, that only made it sweeter for the anticipation.
I was fully immersed in this book, laughing and snorting the entire time, right up until the last third of the book where things just seemed to turn rather bizarre and underdeveloped. Don't get me wrong, it was still enjoyable, but it just didn't quite flow as well as the rest of the book. Add that with the rather anti-climatic resolution of the main plot, and I couldn't help feeling a little let down in the end, which is really a shame considering how strong the first two thirds were. I guess I just prefer my books to go out with a little more of a bang than this one did. That being said, I am still completely in love with both this book, and the series overall as they provide plenty of laugh out loud moments and incredibly hot romances that are not to be missed! I'll be eagerly awaiting the third installment, How to Seduce an Angel in 10 Days, set to release at the end of February next year.
March 10, 2013
Oh yeah! Aha, now this is what I’m talking about! While I liked How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, I REALLY liked How to Marry a Warlock. Ms. DeWylde was just warming up before and now she is ready to run with it.
Dred Shadowins was the bane of Middy Cherrywood's existence in the Academy. He was the typical boy who tormented girls. He grew into a man that continued to torment them too, but in a *ahem* different way.
Middy’s nightly fantasies revolve around Dred, but it is a secret that she guards tightly. He is a womanizing jerk, but after the funding for her next big charity event falls through she must go to him for a very large donation. This is not Middy’s idea of fun. His favorite taunt for her was calling her Cherry-Would-If-She-Could. Now she is all grown up and even though Cherry-Hasn’t, she will not allow him to intimidate her. She needs this for the children and she will endure what he dishes out.
Yes, he knows he’s a bastard, but when he sees something he wants he gets it. After witnessing Middy blossom into a stunning woman, Dred wants her. Even though he already planned to donate to the cause, he uses the event to worm his way into her life. Before he could partake of Ms. Middy, circumstances change and now he needs her help. Something else Dred didn’t expect was to become the hunted. Middy is out to have a little taste of the “real” Dred and he’s hard pressed to keep it strictly business.
From donator to fiancé, things escalate quickly. He needs to find the conspirators, protect his identity and keep his hands off Middy. Well after a visit to his aunts, he also has to safeguard his heart. Poor, poor Dred. What is a man to do?
My first thought about this book, when I was only a few pages in was that this is Harry Potter for adults. I’m not sure if Ms. DeWylde planned it that way, but it worked for me. I was sitting in my reading nook, downright ecstatic. I loved HP and the idea we can see the adult side, had me a very happy camper. For example: when I say Middy’s nightly fantasies revolve around Dred, they really do. Remember how the articles in HP came to life on the page; well in Ms. DeWylde’s version, they actually come to life!! Now take a moment to think on that and the advantage for fantasies!
OK, now that I got your attention, How to Marry a Warlock is a very good, saucy read. The humor in the first two thirds of the book was out-and-out hilarious. While it became bit more serious towards the end, it didn't take away from the story. Laughs were still to be had.
How to Marry a Warlock can be read alone. As I said in my prior review, I hoped to see the characters return from the first novel and they did. Not how I expected them to and not as many either, but they helped this story along very nicely. From reading the next blurb for How to Seduce an Angel in 10 Days, I can’t see that being the case. They are prior characters and I can’t imagine reading it without the backstory. You won’t be disappointed, so pick up How to Marry a Warlock and How to Lose a Demon. I’m truly enjoying this new series.
Snarky characters, exciting new universe and a winning plot all make up How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days. It’s a fast and entertaining read that will keep you turning the pages. Be prepared to lose yourself, but you’ll have a great time at it. It’s a marvelous world and I am so glad I visited it. Great job Ms. DeWylde!!
Dred Shadowins was the bane of Middy Cherrywood's existence in the Academy. He was the typical boy who tormented girls. He grew into a man that continued to torment them too, but in a *ahem* different way.
Middy’s nightly fantasies revolve around Dred, but it is a secret that she guards tightly. He is a womanizing jerk, but after the funding for her next big charity event falls through she must go to him for a very large donation. This is not Middy’s idea of fun. His favorite taunt for her was calling her Cherry-Would-If-She-Could. Now she is all grown up and even though Cherry-Hasn’t, she will not allow him to intimidate her. She needs this for the children and she will endure what he dishes out.
Yes, he knows he’s a bastard, but when he sees something he wants he gets it. After witnessing Middy blossom into a stunning woman, Dred wants her. Even though he already planned to donate to the cause, he uses the event to worm his way into her life. Before he could partake of Ms. Middy, circumstances change and now he needs her help. Something else Dred didn’t expect was to become the hunted. Middy is out to have a little taste of the “real” Dred and he’s hard pressed to keep it strictly business.
From donator to fiancé, things escalate quickly. He needs to find the conspirators, protect his identity and keep his hands off Middy. Well after a visit to his aunts, he also has to safeguard his heart. Poor, poor Dred. What is a man to do?
My first thought about this book, when I was only a few pages in was that this is Harry Potter for adults. I’m not sure if Ms. DeWylde planned it that way, but it worked for me. I was sitting in my reading nook, downright ecstatic. I loved HP and the idea we can see the adult side, had me a very happy camper. For example: when I say Middy’s nightly fantasies revolve around Dred, they really do. Remember how the articles in HP came to life on the page; well in Ms. DeWylde’s version, they actually come to life!! Now take a moment to think on that and the advantage for fantasies!
OK, now that I got your attention, How to Marry a Warlock is a very good, saucy read. The humor in the first two thirds of the book was out-and-out hilarious. While it became bit more serious towards the end, it didn't take away from the story. Laughs were still to be had.
How to Marry a Warlock can be read alone. As I said in my prior review, I hoped to see the characters return from the first novel and they did. Not how I expected them to and not as many either, but they helped this story along very nicely. From reading the next blurb for How to Seduce an Angel in 10 Days, I can’t see that being the case. They are prior characters and I can’t imagine reading it without the backstory. You won’t be disappointed, so pick up How to Marry a Warlock and How to Lose a Demon. I’m truly enjoying this new series.
Snarky characters, exciting new universe and a winning plot all make up How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days. It’s a fast and entertaining read that will keep you turning the pages. Be prepared to lose yourself, but you’ll have a great time at it. It’s a marvelous world and I am so glad I visited it. Great job Ms. DeWylde!!
September 14, 2012
Original Post at Fangs, Wands and Fairy Dust on 9/14
HOW TO MARRY A WARLOCK IN 10 DAYS
Clever Writing Doesn't Save the Marriage
How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days
Saranna DeWylde
Kensington/Brava
September 25, 2012
Paperback 320 pages, and E-Book Formats available
Disclosure: E-Galley received from Publisher via NetGalley. No remuneration was exchanged. E-Galley expires near publication date. All opinions expressed herein are my own unless otherwise noted.
This is a quick, light read to enjoy with a cup of hot cider and a black cat curled up at your feet. Yes, it's about witches and supernatural beasts, dark objects, wicked plans and greed.
The author has a clever way with her words and a great capacity for descriptive metaphor. The culture she creates has depth for the supernaturals living in it. I wasn't certain if the supernatural world was known or unknown to the mortal world; if it was an alternate history or world.
The book is written in a ridiculous, mad cap style, with literal deus ex machina everywhere and a pantheon of all the heavens and the hells of humankind.
When I say it's ridiculous, I mean the story starts out with a fund development person needing to come up with a last-minute sponsor. From there, it adds the wish to be a thriller, with an espionage plot, and a metaphysical tome of heaven and hell. It goes too far afield with the introduction of prophetic dreamscapes including the hero's penis having a chat with him, then Merlin steps in describing his sexual exploits with Nimue.
In her use of various characters from Arthurian legend and mythology, DeWylde shows a prodigious knowledge of mythology and legend.
She does offer rather nice intimate scenes with metaphysical tantra-esque orgasms.
While I enjoyed the writing, I found the plot over the top and found the author reaching to resolve story arcs. They are resolved in the end but only by sacrificing the story.Even the nice use of description and metaphor, clever phrasing and sex cannot overcome the marshmallow fluffiness of the plot.
She can do better and I hope to see her showcase her writing skills in a more substantial piece.
HOW TO MARRY A WARLOCK IN 10 DAYS
Clever Writing Doesn't Save the Marriage
How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days
Saranna DeWylde
Kensington/Brava
September 25, 2012
Paperback 320 pages, and E-Book Formats available
Got Warlock?
Middy Cherrywood does. She’s got more warlock than she can hex with Dred Shadowins. He isn’t just a billionaire playboy and Weekly Warlock centerfold. He’s a spy for the High Chancellor, and he convinces Middy to pose as his fiancée for his latest mission. Too bad no one told his mother before she slipped Middy a potion that will make their sham engagement all too real in just ten days.
Dred Shadowins already has his hands full with cursed objects, possessed nuns, and dreams where Merlin makes him pay for taking his name in vain by relating his sexcapades with Nimue. But by the end of the mission, he’s convinced his most difficult challenge is the hero’s cape Middy’s draped over his shoulders. Because he wants nothing more than to give her the one thing he may not be capable of providing: Happily Ever After.
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This is a quick, light read to enjoy with a cup of hot cider and a black cat curled up at your feet. Yes, it's about witches and supernatural beasts, dark objects, wicked plans and greed.
The author has a clever way with her words and a great capacity for descriptive metaphor. The culture she creates has depth for the supernaturals living in it. I wasn't certain if the supernatural world was known or unknown to the mortal world; if it was an alternate history or world.
The book is written in a ridiculous, mad cap style, with literal deus ex machina everywhere and a pantheon of all the heavens and the hells of humankind.
When I say it's ridiculous, I mean the story starts out with a fund development person needing to come up with a last-minute sponsor. From there, it adds the wish to be a thriller, with an espionage plot, and a metaphysical tome of heaven and hell. It goes too far afield with the introduction of prophetic dreamscapes including the hero's penis having a chat with him, then Merlin steps in describing his sexual exploits with Nimue.
In her use of various characters from Arthurian legend and mythology, DeWylde shows a prodigious knowledge of mythology and legend.
She does offer rather nice intimate scenes with metaphysical tantra-esque orgasms.
While I enjoyed the writing, I found the plot over the top and found the author reaching to resolve story arcs. They are resolved in the end but only by sacrificing the story.Even the nice use of description and metaphor, clever phrasing and sex cannot overcome the marshmallow fluffiness of the plot.
She can do better and I hope to see her showcase her writing skills in a more substantial piece.
October 26, 2012
Really liked this book! Middy Cherrywood and Dred Shadowins along with the dozen or so other characters were HILARIOUS. The book is wrote in modern day but with this historical feel. It’s hard to explain but I loved it. While the dialogue was current the way in which it was spoke had this old world feel that spoke to me. Laced with crazy mishaps along the way that made the characters reactions to things funnier.
Middy is a virgin, by choice. She just hasn’t found the right warlock but she has no qualms about pleasuring herself. She even has a mystical magazine where the centerfold hops off the page right into her bedroom to do her very bidding. Is it real? No but it sure feels that way when his head is between her legs. Her private centerfold is none other then the richest warlock, Dred Shadowins. The warlock is bigger then life…and that includes his monstrous ego. The rumors about him vary from the mentally insane to the murdering variety but Middy just needs the man to help fund a charity. The real one, not her magazine one. She doesn’t expect him to declare himself a spy and insist on her assistance in catching a criminal bent on starting a war with the neighboring Gargoyles.
I found Middy to be an exceptionally real female lead. Well, if you forget all that magical stuff anyway. She wasn’t overly strong, didn’t have a lot to lean on other then her wits and quick thinking and her snappy come backs to the fanatical Dred made for great reading. Dred was so over the top, which I normally am “meh” about, but he was so far past my line that I ended up liking him despite of his attitude. He’s a walking sex on a stick bad boy who thinks incredibly highly of himself, has an ego the size of Texas and really….he’s not wrong. Women throw themselves at him, except for Middy. She may like to play with his hologram in her bedroom but the real thing doesn’t necessarily light her fire. She seemed borderline scared of him and his reputation but for the sake of her charity plays up to his expectations.
It does get a bit wordy in the last half…meaning I got bored. I think, given the appeal of the first half and how much time I spent laughing kinda makes up for it. By the middle of the book it lost some steam and I felt stranded there for awhile until Dred and Middy figure out who is behind the horrific slaying of baby Gargoyles and who is trying to raise a demon in order to further their agenda of restarting a war. At that point it does pick back up again. Dred’s meddling mother slips Middy a potion that guarantees her son be married and for the right reasons. With no way out of the lie they created Middy has to look beyond Dred’s huge personality to the heart of the man underneath. I almost feel this would have been better suited for a novella if all the wordiness was cut out. I will admit to being hard to please lately though, so who knows, maybe it’s just me.
I have not read book one in this series, but those characters do make an appearance in this one towards the end. If you are a reader who likes Shelly Laurenston with her snarky characters, you should enjoy this one. I will definitely be watching for more from this author!
I give How To Marry A Warlock In 10 days by Saranna DeWylde 3.75 stars!
Middy is a virgin, by choice. She just hasn’t found the right warlock but she has no qualms about pleasuring herself. She even has a mystical magazine where the centerfold hops off the page right into her bedroom to do her very bidding. Is it real? No but it sure feels that way when his head is between her legs. Her private centerfold is none other then the richest warlock, Dred Shadowins. The warlock is bigger then life…and that includes his monstrous ego. The rumors about him vary from the mentally insane to the murdering variety but Middy just needs the man to help fund a charity. The real one, not her magazine one. She doesn’t expect him to declare himself a spy and insist on her assistance in catching a criminal bent on starting a war with the neighboring Gargoyles.
I found Middy to be an exceptionally real female lead. Well, if you forget all that magical stuff anyway. She wasn’t overly strong, didn’t have a lot to lean on other then her wits and quick thinking and her snappy come backs to the fanatical Dred made for great reading. Dred was so over the top, which I normally am “meh” about, but he was so far past my line that I ended up liking him despite of his attitude. He’s a walking sex on a stick bad boy who thinks incredibly highly of himself, has an ego the size of Texas and really….he’s not wrong. Women throw themselves at him, except for Middy. She may like to play with his hologram in her bedroom but the real thing doesn’t necessarily light her fire. She seemed borderline scared of him and his reputation but for the sake of her charity plays up to his expectations.
It does get a bit wordy in the last half…meaning I got bored. I think, given the appeal of the first half and how much time I spent laughing kinda makes up for it. By the middle of the book it lost some steam and I felt stranded there for awhile until Dred and Middy figure out who is behind the horrific slaying of baby Gargoyles and who is trying to raise a demon in order to further their agenda of restarting a war. At that point it does pick back up again. Dred’s meddling mother slips Middy a potion that guarantees her son be married and for the right reasons. With no way out of the lie they created Middy has to look beyond Dred’s huge personality to the heart of the man underneath. I almost feel this would have been better suited for a novella if all the wordiness was cut out. I will admit to being hard to please lately though, so who knows, maybe it’s just me.
I have not read book one in this series, but those characters do make an appearance in this one towards the end. If you are a reader who likes Shelly Laurenston with her snarky characters, you should enjoy this one. I will definitely be watching for more from this author!
I give How To Marry A Warlock In 10 days by Saranna DeWylde 3.75 stars!
July 7, 2020
I don't know if I need to leave a review here or not, but my review is on my blog:
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I really, really LOVED this book!
Recently I read How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, by the same author, and in my previous review, I mentioned that I had a little bit of a hard time getting into it, although, I’m glad I stuck with it, I was expecting to have the same problem here, however….O.M.G does not even begin to cover how much I love How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days.
It’s just soooo amazing….I’m gushing, yah, I know, It’s a no-no, but when a book is this good, how can you not? I mean seriously? There were similar elements as in How to Lose a Demon, elements, that I am coming to LOVE. I’ve said love twice, and I haven’t even begun to describe the book yet. Yah, it was that good.
Ok, so we have Midnight, or Middy to her friends, a good little virgin witch, who spent most her childhood being taunted by the now,
sexy warlock Dred, she’s developed a bit of a love-hate relationship with him,
as he’s haunted her childhood, he’s also haunted her fantasies.
He’s everything a single, red-blooded witch would want, even Middy, who’s spent most of her days planning fundraisers, and fantasizing to his image. She’s sassy, quirky, and a perfect match for the Dred.
Dred, as a rule, is one of the witching world’s most notorious bad boys, he’s popular with the ladies, but not just that, but he has a rap sheet, one Middy isn’t buying into. She still sees him as the annoying boy who tormented her in school, but she knows he isn’t the bad guy everyone makes him out to be. He might be able to drop panties with a single look, but she’s got him figured out.
In this story however, the one you’d assume would be the bad guy, was ACTUALLY another good guy, who simply lost out. The real monster…was a shock as well, so no cliché’s here to worry about.
Note that I adore books that theme witches, and warlocks, so maybe I’m a bit biased, but all the flying brooms, magic spells, and quirky tid bits simply secure my fascination. Like most of the romances I read, there was mystery, mayhem, and of course the steamy parts that we all enjoy.
There where so many parts to this book, that it’s hard to pinpoint which is my favorite, as there were several times, I literally laughed out loud, Middy, and Dred are a brilliant couple, and this book, in my opinion,
is simply awesome; particularly the scene in which Middy finds herself face to face with not only her obedient ‘fantasy’ Dred, but the real one as well, who’s just walked in on her private moment. I wish I could list them all, but what would be the fun in that?
I am soooo looking forward to the next story in this series,
and I’m praying it’ll have one of Middy’s brothers as the lead because I am loving the Trifecta of Doom.
If you haven’t read the first book, How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, no worries, they are capable of standing on their own, though seeing the way they weave together was pretty cool too.
Saranna DeWylde has definitely made it to my top ten!
This book is humorous, romantic, kick-a**, and simply amazing! Read it, if you liked How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, you will LOVE this one.
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I really, really LOVED this book!
Recently I read How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, by the same author, and in my previous review, I mentioned that I had a little bit of a hard time getting into it, although, I’m glad I stuck with it, I was expecting to have the same problem here, however….O.M.G does not even begin to cover how much I love How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days.
It’s just soooo amazing….I’m gushing, yah, I know, It’s a no-no, but when a book is this good, how can you not? I mean seriously? There were similar elements as in How to Lose a Demon, elements, that I am coming to LOVE. I’ve said love twice, and I haven’t even begun to describe the book yet. Yah, it was that good.
Ok, so we have Midnight, or Middy to her friends, a good little virgin witch, who spent most her childhood being taunted by the now,
sexy warlock Dred, she’s developed a bit of a love-hate relationship with him,
as he’s haunted her childhood, he’s also haunted her fantasies.
He’s everything a single, red-blooded witch would want, even Middy, who’s spent most of her days planning fundraisers, and fantasizing to his image. She’s sassy, quirky, and a perfect match for the Dred.
Dred, as a rule, is one of the witching world’s most notorious bad boys, he’s popular with the ladies, but not just that, but he has a rap sheet, one Middy isn’t buying into. She still sees him as the annoying boy who tormented her in school, but she knows he isn’t the bad guy everyone makes him out to be. He might be able to drop panties with a single look, but she’s got him figured out.
In this story however, the one you’d assume would be the bad guy, was ACTUALLY another good guy, who simply lost out. The real monster…was a shock as well, so no cliché’s here to worry about.
Note that I adore books that theme witches, and warlocks, so maybe I’m a bit biased, but all the flying brooms, magic spells, and quirky tid bits simply secure my fascination. Like most of the romances I read, there was mystery, mayhem, and of course the steamy parts that we all enjoy.
There where so many parts to this book, that it’s hard to pinpoint which is my favorite, as there were several times, I literally laughed out loud, Middy, and Dred are a brilliant couple, and this book, in my opinion,
is simply awesome; particularly the scene in which Middy finds herself face to face with not only her obedient ‘fantasy’ Dred, but the real one as well, who’s just walked in on her private moment. I wish I could list them all, but what would be the fun in that?
I am soooo looking forward to the next story in this series,
and I’m praying it’ll have one of Middy’s brothers as the lead because I am loving the Trifecta of Doom.
If you haven’t read the first book, How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, no worries, they are capable of standing on their own, though seeing the way they weave together was pretty cool too.
Saranna DeWylde has definitely made it to my top ten!
This book is humorous, romantic, kick-a**, and simply amazing! Read it, if you liked How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, you will LOVE this one.
October 21, 2012
How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days, by Saranna DeWylde
Recently I read How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, by the same author, and in my previous review, I mentioned that I had a little bit of a hard time getting into it, although, I’m glad I stuck with it, I was expecting to have the same problem here, however….O.M.G does not even begin to cover how much I love How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days.
It’s just soooo amazing….I’m gushing, yah, I know, It’s a no-no, but when a book is this good, how can you not? I mean seriously? There were similar elements as in How to Lose a Demon, elements, that I am coming to LOVE. I’ve said love twice, and I haven’t even begun to describe the book yet. Yah, it was that good.
Ok, so we have Midnight, or Middy to her friends, a good little virgin witch, who spent most her childhood being taunted by the now, sexy warlock Dred, she’s developed a bit of a love-hate relationship with him, as he’s haunted her childhood, he’s also haunted her fantasies.
He’s everything a single, red-blooded witch would want, even Middy, who’s spent most of her days planning fundraisers, and fantasizing to his image. She’s sassy, quirky, and a perfect match for the Dred.
Dred, as a rule, is one of the witching world’s most notorious bad boys, he’s popular with the ladies, but not just that, but he has a rap sheet, one Middy isn’t buying into. She still sees him as the annoying boy who tormented her in school, but she knows he isn’t the bad guy everyone makes him out to be. He might be able to drop panties with a single look, but she’s got him figured out.
In this story however, the one you’d assume would be the bad guy, was ACTUALLY another good guy, who simply lost out. The real monster…was a shock as well, so no cliché’s here to worry about.
Note that I adore books that theme witches, and warlocks, so maybe I’m a bit biased, but all the flying brooms, magic spells, and quirky tid bits simply secure my fascination. Like most of the romances I read, there was mystery, mayhem, and of course the steamy parts that we all enjoy.
There where so many parts to this book, that it’s hard to pinpoint which is my favorite, as there were several times, I literally laughed out loud, Middy, and Dred are a brilliant couple, and this book, in my opinion, is simply awesome; particularly the scene in which Middy finds herself face to face with not only her obedient ‘fantasy’ Dred, but the real one as well, who’s just walked in on her private moment. I wish I could list them all, but what would be the fun in that?
I am soooo looking forward to the next story in this series, and I’m praying it’ll have one of Middy’s brothers as the lead because I am loving the Trifecta of Doom.
If you haven’t read the first book, How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, no worries, they are capable of standing on their own, though seeing the way they weave together was pretty cool too.
Saranna DeWylde has definitely made it to my top ten!
This book is humorous, romantic, kick-a**, and simply amazing! Read it, if you liked How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, you will LOVE this one.
Recently I read How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, by the same author, and in my previous review, I mentioned that I had a little bit of a hard time getting into it, although, I’m glad I stuck with it, I was expecting to have the same problem here, however….O.M.G does not even begin to cover how much I love How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days.
It’s just soooo amazing….I’m gushing, yah, I know, It’s a no-no, but when a book is this good, how can you not? I mean seriously? There were similar elements as in How to Lose a Demon, elements, that I am coming to LOVE. I’ve said love twice, and I haven’t even begun to describe the book yet. Yah, it was that good.
Ok, so we have Midnight, or Middy to her friends, a good little virgin witch, who spent most her childhood being taunted by the now, sexy warlock Dred, she’s developed a bit of a love-hate relationship with him, as he’s haunted her childhood, he’s also haunted her fantasies.
He’s everything a single, red-blooded witch would want, even Middy, who’s spent most of her days planning fundraisers, and fantasizing to his image. She’s sassy, quirky, and a perfect match for the Dred.
Dred, as a rule, is one of the witching world’s most notorious bad boys, he’s popular with the ladies, but not just that, but he has a rap sheet, one Middy isn’t buying into. She still sees him as the annoying boy who tormented her in school, but she knows he isn’t the bad guy everyone makes him out to be. He might be able to drop panties with a single look, but she’s got him figured out.
In this story however, the one you’d assume would be the bad guy, was ACTUALLY another good guy, who simply lost out. The real monster…was a shock as well, so no cliché’s here to worry about.
Note that I adore books that theme witches, and warlocks, so maybe I’m a bit biased, but all the flying brooms, magic spells, and quirky tid bits simply secure my fascination. Like most of the romances I read, there was mystery, mayhem, and of course the steamy parts that we all enjoy.
There where so many parts to this book, that it’s hard to pinpoint which is my favorite, as there were several times, I literally laughed out loud, Middy, and Dred are a brilliant couple, and this book, in my opinion, is simply awesome; particularly the scene in which Middy finds herself face to face with not only her obedient ‘fantasy’ Dred, but the real one as well, who’s just walked in on her private moment. I wish I could list them all, but what would be the fun in that?
I am soooo looking forward to the next story in this series, and I’m praying it’ll have one of Middy’s brothers as the lead because I am loving the Trifecta of Doom.
If you haven’t read the first book, How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, no worries, they are capable of standing on their own, though seeing the way they weave together was pretty cool too.
Saranna DeWylde has definitely made it to my top ten!
This book is humorous, romantic, kick-a**, and simply amazing! Read it, if you liked How to Lose a Demon in 10 Days, you will LOVE this one.
May 10, 2015
So the set up of this book is similar to the last one Welcome to Hell Meets Clue Meets Wallbanger but this novel has a lot more witchy worked in. Maybe similar to like an adult version of Hex Hall. (Really, Really Adult)
There were some definite improvements between this book and the last such as a little more delving into the witch kind mythology and only one focus relationship. I mean I guess the last one technically only had one focus relationship but there were so many background relationships that that focus relationship didn't get much of a focus. However I'd still like a guide book for the mythology of the world DeWylde has built because it's still not explained well enough in my personal opinion. Also in the previous novel it kind of seemed like witches and human lived pretty much together though some human knew they existed not all did. This novel kind of made it seemed like they have their own whole separate society that includes magic training at an academy that was not mentioned when Grace was the main witch. It also seemed as though pretty much all witches and warlock know who else is one even if they don't know them personally while reading this book and if that was the case why wouldn't they know who Grace was because I mean she's the Baba Yaga's granddaughter and hasn't been a demon all that long. Finally I've got some definite confusion about the separation between living and dead. Part of the books make it sound like they have to be summoned or it's a random godly appearance etc, other parts make it seem like there's really not much of a difference between being alive or being dead except the dead people get wings. The mythology on this series leaves a lot of questions about how it all works and since this is a fully imagined urban fantasy taking the time to spell it out of the reader would be super helpful.
Again this was a seriously fast paced novel with one main plot and more mystery surrounding the villain than the last, though I guessed most of the bad guys shortly after meeting them, it was a guess, not a villain is revealed in the first page deal like it was with the prior novel. DeWylde didn't make it entirely obvious about who the bad guy was even when she offered scenes from his point of view. Character relationship development was definitely better in this book than the previous one but I still think it could be better. However while it moved incredibly quickly it didn't have a much of a whip lash feel as the previous book in the series.
One thing I do like about this series is the amount of pop culture woven through it, such as Midnight purchasing something from The Bell, Book and Candle (as in the store Cassie Nightingale owns in The Good Witch) among other references that are subtle enough that they'd make a current reader smile, but not so obvious that they'll detract from a future reader understanding the story. Overall it's a good read that I'd recommend, but I still think DeWylde is capable of better.
There were some definite improvements between this book and the last such as a little more delving into the witch kind mythology and only one focus relationship. I mean I guess the last one technically only had one focus relationship but there were so many background relationships that that focus relationship didn't get much of a focus. However I'd still like a guide book for the mythology of the world DeWylde has built because it's still not explained well enough in my personal opinion. Also in the previous novel it kind of seemed like witches and human lived pretty much together though some human knew they existed not all did. This novel kind of made it seemed like they have their own whole separate society that includes magic training at an academy that was not mentioned when Grace was the main witch. It also seemed as though pretty much all witches and warlock know who else is one even if they don't know them personally while reading this book and if that was the case why wouldn't they know who Grace was because I mean she's the Baba Yaga's granddaughter and hasn't been a demon all that long. Finally I've got some definite confusion about the separation between living and dead. Part of the books make it sound like they have to be summoned or it's a random godly appearance etc, other parts make it seem like there's really not much of a difference between being alive or being dead except the dead people get wings. The mythology on this series leaves a lot of questions about how it all works and since this is a fully imagined urban fantasy taking the time to spell it out of the reader would be super helpful.
Again this was a seriously fast paced novel with one main plot and more mystery surrounding the villain than the last, though I guessed most of the bad guys shortly after meeting them, it was a guess, not a villain is revealed in the first page deal like it was with the prior novel. DeWylde didn't make it entirely obvious about who the bad guy was even when she offered scenes from his point of view. Character relationship development was definitely better in this book than the previous one but I still think it could be better. However while it moved incredibly quickly it didn't have a much of a whip lash feel as the previous book in the series.
One thing I do like about this series is the amount of pop culture woven through it, such as Midnight purchasing something from The Bell, Book and Candle (as in the store Cassie Nightingale owns in The Good Witch) among other references that are subtle enough that they'd make a current reader smile, but not so obvious that they'll detract from a future reader understanding the story. Overall it's a good read that I'd recommend, but I still think DeWylde is capable of better.
October 7, 2012
Snarky, funny, sexy and overall great read! I forgot that this was a second book in the series, but it didn't stop me from enjoying it. There were moments that I felt that they could have been hinting at the previous book, but I didn't feel lost or confused.
Unfortunately, as it usually happens with the adult romance books, the actual story-line took a backseat in favor of the adult romance. I knew this will most likely happen, yet I was a little disappointed because the story had so much potential too. Hence only a 4 star rating. Dred and Middy was supposedly investigating some serious stuff, but really, other than talking about investigating and proclaiming that Dred was a spy on every corner, there was not much investigating going on. There wasn't much more than Dred and Middy being hot and bothered about each other, even if it was a blast to read.
Because of that, other characters were not as developed as Dred and Middy. Again, shame, because a lot of them were lots of FUN! Dred's mom and Middy's brothers were especially great and I loved reading about them. I wished we could have seen more gargoyles too, but again, I think I wish too much for this type of a book.
Dred and Middy had great chemistry and hilarious interactions, and their scenes were especially delicious. I would also not mind having my own Dred centerfold... Middy's attitude towards life was nicely refreshing, and could be summed up in this great quote from the book:
"I've found dragons to be kind and wise, shining armor rusts like a bitch, marriage is overrated, and charming princes are usually whoremongers."
Overall it was a great read, and I recommend it to anyone looking for witty sexy romance. Just as long as you don't expect a great story-line to go with the romance, I'm confident you will enjoy How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days.
Disclosure: An ARC of this book was provided to me by Kensington via NetGalley. This rating, review, and all included thoughts and comments are my own.
Unfortunately, as it usually happens with the adult romance books, the actual story-line took a backseat in favor of the adult romance. I knew this will most likely happen, yet I was a little disappointed because the story had so much potential too. Hence only a 4 star rating. Dred and Middy was supposedly investigating some serious stuff, but really, other than talking about investigating and proclaiming that Dred was a spy on every corner, there was not much investigating going on. There wasn't much more than Dred and Middy being hot and bothered about each other, even if it was a blast to read.
Because of that, other characters were not as developed as Dred and Middy. Again, shame, because a lot of them were lots of FUN! Dred's mom and Middy's brothers were especially great and I loved reading about them. I wished we could have seen more gargoyles too, but again, I think I wish too much for this type of a book.
Dred and Middy had great chemistry and hilarious interactions, and their scenes were especially delicious. I would also not mind having my own Dred centerfold... Middy's attitude towards life was nicely refreshing, and could be summed up in this great quote from the book:
"I've found dragons to be kind and wise, shining armor rusts like a bitch, marriage is overrated, and charming princes are usually whoremongers."
Overall it was a great read, and I recommend it to anyone looking for witty sexy romance. Just as long as you don't expect a great story-line to go with the romance, I'm confident you will enjoy How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days.
Disclosure: An ARC of this book was provided to me by Kensington via NetGalley. This rating, review, and all included thoughts and comments are my own.
October 16, 2012
I haven't read the other books in the series, so I'm not sure if she did this world building as well. Here she builds a world not unlike Harry Potter's world that butts up against the Muggle or as she calls it the non magical world. In this world Gods walk among the Magical people, things like griffins guard the doors & Merlin is the Bigger Boss. Since even the most devoted & secluded understand something about Harry Potter, this new world wasn't that far fetched.
At first the mention of 'witchberry' & 'spelltops' I was like "huh? But why??". Then I stopped reading so deeply into the story and just read the book as it was written. I eventually came to like Dred & Middy together they just seemed to find all kinds of adventures to roll into. I need to read the others in the series to especially Caspian's story. It's alright, a quick read that pulls you in & made you wonder who did what & why.
I picked several villains & was wrong & that made me love the story even more, it wasn't predictable. And the little imp Sera Anna was an awesome character, I wonder if the author will go far enough to write her story??*hint hint*
I love watching (reading) Middy get Dred to want to be better, and I loved that Dred "knew" he wasn't a catch but didn't want to give Middy up either; as the story was revealed you realized he was a catch and a damn good one too. That dream sequence from Merlin?? Just way too mean. I enjoyed reading the love story that was there and the adventure that came with it.
It's four stars, well worth the read. Erotica Rating three stars, the build up was good & the scenes were good but sometimes she tried too hard. Especially with the words 'muffin' then getting technical later in the scene by calling it ' labia minora' & some of the scenes were just a little forced, especially the first time Dred & Middy were together, the magazine just made it weird.
Overall a good light fun read.
****FTC Rules require I state that I received this as a review copy from the author/publisher in exchange for an honest review****
At first the mention of 'witchberry' & 'spelltops' I was like "huh? But why??". Then I stopped reading so deeply into the story and just read the book as it was written. I eventually came to like Dred & Middy together they just seemed to find all kinds of adventures to roll into. I need to read the others in the series to especially Caspian's story. It's alright, a quick read that pulls you in & made you wonder who did what & why.
I picked several villains & was wrong & that made me love the story even more, it wasn't predictable. And the little imp Sera Anna was an awesome character, I wonder if the author will go far enough to write her story??*hint hint*
I love watching (reading) Middy get Dred to want to be better, and I loved that Dred "knew" he wasn't a catch but didn't want to give Middy up either; as the story was revealed you realized he was a catch and a damn good one too. That dream sequence from Merlin?? Just way too mean. I enjoyed reading the love story that was there and the adventure that came with it.
It's four stars, well worth the read. Erotica Rating three stars, the build up was good & the scenes were good but sometimes she tried too hard. Especially with the words 'muffin' then getting technical later in the scene by calling it ' labia minora' & some of the scenes were just a little forced, especially the first time Dred & Middy were together, the magazine just made it weird.
Overall a good light fun read.
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September 22, 2012
This book is fun from the very beginning not only does Middy (Midnight) Cherrywood have to go get funding for her charity, she has to go ask the warlock who tormented her as a child. Dred (Mordred) Shadowins is a billionaire playboy who looks like a Viking god, but he has a secret...he is a spy for the High Chancellor. Middy is a virgin, but she is not a shrinking violet type. She is a strong witch who is smart, sexy, strong moral compass and great inner dialog. It is those morals that help Dred talk Middy into pretending to be his fiancée. The fun, snark, intrigue and sexiness ensue from there.
This story is too clever and snarky for words and I love that about it. From Middy having a interactive Dred centerfold who does every sexy thing Then when Aradia (Dred's) mother and some others decide to throw Middy a party that includes sex toys, orgasmic cake and sexy half naked gargoyles. The side characters are really great and would love to see more of them, from Dred's Mom to Middy's brother's the Trifecta of Doom. Then there is Dred's dream where his walking, talking penis is trying to help give him clues on how to help his case.
The story is predictable in places, without giving away too much. I picked out who the real bad guys right away. The book does mix different pantheons and legends that maybe if I had known there was a first book it might help with a little of the confusion on how they all are working together/interacting. The chemistry between Middy and Dred more than makes up for short comings in the story. Now, I need to go get myself a copy of the first story.
This story is too clever and snarky for words and I love that about it. From Middy having a interactive Dred centerfold who does every sexy thing Then when Aradia (Dred's) mother and some others decide to throw Middy a party that includes sex toys, orgasmic cake and sexy half naked gargoyles. The side characters are really great and would love to see more of them, from Dred's Mom to Middy's brother's the Trifecta of Doom. Then there is Dred's dream where his walking, talking penis is trying to help give him clues on how to help his case.
The story is predictable in places, without giving away too much. I picked out who the real bad guys right away. The book does mix different pantheons and legends that maybe if I had known there was a first book it might help with a little of the confusion on how they all are working together/interacting. The chemistry between Middy and Dred more than makes up for short comings in the story. Now, I need to go get myself a copy of the first story.
January 25, 2013
"He knew he was dreaming because when he became aware of himself, he was skipping. Dark warlocks, master spies, and Dred Shadowins in particular, did not skip."
How to marry a warlock in 10 Days is the second book in the 10 days series.
Keep in mind that this is an adult book, and there are explicit details!
It’s a quick and witty read. I loved the fact that it was a part of another book but yet held its own.
For years Middy has been secretly lusting after Dred Shadowins. She has every issue of Weekly Warlock featuring a centerfold with him. (The centerfold hops off the page right into the bedroom, to do the owner's every bidding.)
Middy was a fundraiser for a children’s charity and the funding fell through. Dred, is the only one who can save the Gargoyle Masque Charity Ball. When they meet again, they immediately attracted to each other.
Meanwhile someone is trying to raise a Lamia, an evil creature. Dred has been selected to find the culprit. However, the only way to do that is to become engaged or married to someone.
This book is loaded with humor.
“You’re full of unicorn piss.”
“Don’t forget vinegar.”
That’s like asking if they make Girl Scout cookies out of real Girl Scouts.”
“Don’t they?”
The other secondary characters were great too. My favorites were the Trifecta of Doom.
Sorry, Midnight.” She was still smirking. “But those brothers of yours are Cougar Bait.”
I could only imagine having three older brothers who protect you from everything.
All in all, this was a good book too. Can't wait to read the next one.
November 20, 2012
Okay I never meant to pick this up. The cover reminded me of a cheesy PNR (not that I don't like those kinds of things, but I need to be in the mood for them). That being said I am so freaking happy I snatched it up. DeWylde's writing is hilarious without being overdone. Her plot and characters leave you laughing out loud, while begging for more. The characters make the story and though it has a couple grammatical errors (kindle version), I thought it was beyond awesome.
Midnight Cherrywood has to be the last virgin left in the magic community and she has chosen to give it to none other than her old high school nemesis, Mordred Arthur Shadowins. He's the most eligible warlock bachelor and is said to have been with more woman than an OBGYN has seen. There's only one huge issue with that- he is a spy for the greater good and now he needs Middy to pose as his fiance to infiltrate a sect of married warlocks- for one of them has been calling up evil monsters from the Abyss.
Now if only Middy and Dred can keep their feelings from growing for one another, everything will work itself out. Add in Middy's three older over-protective brothers and Dred's I-WANT-GRANDCHILDREN-SOON mother and things will definitely be interesting. It's a race to see what Middy will lose first- her mind or her heart.
Definitely a fun read and with DeWylde's quirky humor instilled in the pages, I'll be picking up the other two in this series- one that comes before this and the one that will be out next year. Too good to resist. 4 Stars :D
Midnight Cherrywood has to be the last virgin left in the magic community and she has chosen to give it to none other than her old high school nemesis, Mordred Arthur Shadowins. He's the most eligible warlock bachelor and is said to have been with more woman than an OBGYN has seen. There's only one huge issue with that- he is a spy for the greater good and now he needs Middy to pose as his fiance to infiltrate a sect of married warlocks- for one of them has been calling up evil monsters from the Abyss.
Now if only Middy and Dred can keep their feelings from growing for one another, everything will work itself out. Add in Middy's three older over-protective brothers and Dred's I-WANT-GRANDCHILDREN-SOON mother and things will definitely be interesting. It's a race to see what Middy will lose first- her mind or her heart.
Definitely a fun read and with DeWylde's quirky humor instilled in the pages, I'll be picking up the other two in this series- one that comes before this and the one that will be out next year. Too good to resist. 4 Stars :D
September 25, 2012
Dred Shadowins, was the guy who use to turn Middy Cherrywood braids into snakes now he is the hunky warlock who can save her charity function, without his funding magical children will not get the education or health services they need. Biting her tongue Middy is off to see Dred since he will deal only with her. Dred has had about every witch except Middy and he wants her next. Circumstances forces them to go into a pretend engagement due to the Shadowin magic the engagement may not be so pretend after all, Shadowins marry forever. What started out as just trying to save funding for magical children turns into saving the world for magicals and mortals all while falling in love.
Bookswagger:Four Crowns, good read, on the way to swagger. How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days was a true original. The ending was a surprise and I did not see how the author would still give us our HEA, I thought she was pulling a JR Ward on me (I am not going to give it away) but if she had I would have hated it with these characters. The story was a great blend of light and dark. The characters were light, funny and really connected even though her paranormal evil was pretty heavy. I enjoyed this book some parts were so good I had to go back and reread it because I just found it to funny. Saranna Dewylde created an amazing world and I can’t wait to go back.
Bookswagger:Four Crowns, good read, on the way to swagger. How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days was a true original. The ending was a surprise and I did not see how the author would still give us our HEA, I thought she was pulling a JR Ward on me (I am not going to give it away) but if she had I would have hated it with these characters. The story was a great blend of light and dark. The characters were light, funny and really connected even though her paranormal evil was pretty heavy. I enjoyed this book some parts were so good I had to go back and reread it because I just found it to funny. Saranna Dewylde created an amazing world and I can’t wait to go back.
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