Tuesday, January 9, 2018

Review @DBReynoldsWrite @Bellebooks - Relentless by D.B. Reynolds (Vampires in America #11.5)




Relentless
Vampires in America #11.5
by D.B. Reynolds


Goodreads blurb: TREACHERY . . . Something the powerful Vampire Lord Raphael has seen far too much of lately.

RAGE . . . An emotion that, left unchecked, can burn like the fires of hell.

REVENGE . . . A dish that philosophers claim is best served cold.

It’s been months since the powerful French vampire Mathilde used Raphael’s arrogance against him and nearly succeeded in taking his life. His fury has grown stronger with every day since, fed by new bloody incursions onto North American soil by the Europeans, while vampire politicking has forced him to wait. But no longer. Someone has attacked his home, killing vampires, threatening Cyn. They’ve taken it one step too far, and Raphael’s tired of waiting. His enemies are about to discover that revenge can taste damn good when it’s hot, too.

D. B. Reynolds is the RT and EPIC Award-Winning author of the Vampires in America series of paranormal romance, and an Emmy-nominated television sound editor. She lives in a flammable canyon near Los Angeles, and when she’s not writing her own books, she can usually be found reading someone else’s. Visit her blog at www.dbreynolds.com for details on all of her books and more.   


About the Author:  D.B. Reynolds is the award-winning author of the popular Vampires in America series, as well as other paranormal fiction. She lives with her husband of many years in a flammable canyon near Los Angeles, and when she's not writing her own books, she can usually be found reading someone else's. 

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!  Yes, I received a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!

The cover is another Cyn and Raphael steamy kiss, so it is perfect!

This is a novella in the Vampires in America series.  It is book 11.5, and it is for adults only due to the violence and steamy content.  I highly recommend reading all of the books in this series and in order because it is just awesome all together and knowing the backstories and lead up to everything.

Both Raphael and Cyn are as devoted to each other as always, and neither will stand for the other being hurt.  This book is the lead up to Quinn’s book, and it provides backstory about him.  It also provides Raphael with some vengeance regarding all of the attacks on him and those he considers his.  D.B. was definitely on her game because I didn’t see several things coming, and it is always nice when it is unpredictable and leaves you surprised though I did scream inside.

I highly recommend to any vampire fans because this series rocks!!  I can’t wait for Quinn’s story!!

Interested in reading???

See my other reviews for this series!!!
See my review of Raphael book 1!!!!
See my review of Jabril book 2!!!!
See my review of Rajmund book 3!!!
See my review of Sophia book 4!!!
See my review of Duncan book 5!!!
See my review of The Vignettes – Volume 1!!!
See my review of Lucas book 6!!!
See my review of Hunted book 6.5!!!
See my review of Aden book 7!!!
See my review of Unforgiven book 7.5!!!
See my review of Vincent book 8!!!
See my review of Deception book 9!!!
See my review of Christian book 10!!!
See my review of Compelled book 10.5!!!
See my review of Lucifer book 11!!!
See my review of The Vignettes – Volume 2!!!

See my review of Damien (Stone Warriors #1)
See my review of Kato (Stone Warriors #2)

See my review of Shifter Planet!!!



Monday, January 8, 2018

Review @ANConway - Mad Magic by Nicole Conway (Mad Magic Saga #1)




Mad Magic
 Mad Magic Saga #1
by Nicole Conway

Goodreads blurb:  Mad Magic is a beautifully dark and rich Young Adult fantasy from Nicole Conway, bestselling author of the Dragonrider Chronicles.

Josie Barton is a high school student living in terror. Invisible creatures torment her everywhere she goes, constantly getting her into trouble at school, and even haunting her apartment. But just when Josie thinks things couldn’t get any worse... she meets the guy from across the hall.

Zeph Clemmont is a changeling with enemies in all the worst places, fighting to undo a curse that threatens to end his life. Survival means he will have to swallow his pride and trust Josie with all his darkest secrets.

With the help of a gun-slinging shaman and the enigmatic Prince of Nightmares, Zeph and Josie are only a heartbeat away from defeating one of the most diabolical faerie villains their world has ever known. 


About the Author:  Originally from a small town in North Alabama, Nicole moves frequently due to her husband’s career as a pilot for the United States Air Force. She received a B.A. in English with a concentration in Classics from Auburn University, and will soon attend graduate school.

She has previously worked as a freelance and graphic artist for promotional companies, but has now embraced writing as a full-time occupation.

Nicole enjoys hiking, camping, shopping, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends. She also loves watching children’s movies and collecting books. She lives at home with her husband, two cats, and dog.

Best known for her international bestselling fantasy series, THE DRAGONRIDER CHRONICLES - Nicole is currently working on a follow-on series, THE DRAGONRIDER LEGACY. Her other published works include MAD MAGIC, THE DISTANCE BETWEEN STARS, SCALES (release date pending), and SHATTERBEAST (Fall 2018).

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!  Yes, I got a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!  I haven’t bought it yet, but I will be buying this book.

This is the first book in this new YA series, and it is a full-length book.

Wow!  This book is awesome!  I couldn’t put it down!  At the start of this book, Josie is tormented and feels alone.  With the help of her neighbor, Josie starts on a scary and amazing journey.  So many twists and turns, some you see coming and others not so much.  I truly enjoyed this book, and the high school parts of girl drama reminded me of what I see at the high school.  I loved this magical world, and I can’t wait for more!

Nicole Conway creates an amazing world that is rich and exciting!  I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!

I highly recommend to all paranormal fans because you have magic, fae, battles, romance, friendships, and more!

Interested in reading???

See my other reviews
Fledgling (Dragonrider Chronicles 1)
Avian (Dragonrider Chronicles 2)
Traitor (Dragonrider Chronicles 3)
Immortal (Dragonrider Chronicles 4)
Savage (Dragonrider Legacy 1)


Sunday, January 7, 2018

Review @ChrstineWarren - Something to Howl About by Christine Warren (Alphaville #0.5)




Something 
to Howl About
Alphaville #0.5
by Christine Warren

Goodreads blurb:  WELCOME TO ALPHAVILLE, where the she-wolves and alpha-males play. . .for keeps, in a brand-new paranormal romance series from New York Times bestselling author Christine Warren.

Dr. Annie Cryer has been called many things: Genius. Child prodigy. Scientific wonder.

Wolf Shifter.

Banished from her pack years ago, Annie’s lone wolf wandering has brought her to Alpha, Washington, home to all shifters who don't quite fit in in the "normal" shifter word. Now Annie has the chance to go back home...if only she can make good on a favor her alpha owes the mayor of “Alphaville.” But it's not much of a favor when you're helping the hottest shifter in town...

Grizzly shifter Jonas Browning has a clan in trouble. They haven't had a child born in over a hundred years...and their clan faces going completely extinct. Genetic scientist Anne Cryer has been sent to help save them. But what Jonas doesn't count on is being irresistibly drawn to the small wolf shifter, and his bear isn't about to let her go...


About the Author:  Born and raised in coastal New England, Christine Warren lived in the South and the Mid-Atlantic before hopping to the other side of the country to take up the life of a transplant in the Pacific Northwest. She completely bypassed those states in the middle due to her landlocking phobia. Hmm, need to research a scientific term for that...

When not scrambling frantically to complete her latest writing project, Christine spends most of her time as a crazy animal lady, hanging out with her dog Levi (he’s the one with the hair) and pretending to train him to have some manners. She also hangs out with her horse, Cal—a thoroughbred with a craving for strawberry licorice twists—her goddog, Merlin; and her best friend, fellow author Hannah Murray. In addition to playing with her pets, Christine’s hobbies include identifying dog breeds from photos of their underbellies, appreciating fine and not-so-fine wines, shopping for the perfect pair of Christian Louboutin shoes, and most of all reading things someone else had to agonize over.

She enjoys hearing from readers and can be reached via email sent to Christine@christinewarren.net or by postal mail to Christine Warren, PO Box 871900, Vancouver, WA 98687-1900.

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!  Yes, I received a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!  I usually buy Christine Warren’s books in paperback!!

The cover is beautiful! I like it!

This is a prequel in a new series called Alphaville by Christine Warren which is a spin-off from The Others series.  This is an adult series, and this is only a novella about 86 pages.

This was a quick read, but it is full of detail and a great story as is the usual for this author.  I really like Annie.  You see her grow because she was a loner and skittish in the beginning, and once the scientist comes out, she is very confident and in her element.  Jonas started out good, and then he turned into an idiot for a while until his mom straightens him out.  Even though there isn’t the action I usually crave, this was entertaining, and I couldn’t put it down.

I highly recommend to any shifter fan especially if you already love Christine’s work!  I can’t wait to read book 1!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Heart of Stone (Gargoyles 1)!!
See my review of Devil’s Bargain
See my review of Stone Cold Lover (Gargoyles 2)!!
See my review of Hard as a Rock (Gargoyles 3)!!
See my review of Rocked by Love (Gargoyles 4)!!
See my review of Hard to Handle (Gargoyles 5)!!

See my review of Hard Breaker (Gargoyles 6)!!

Saturday, January 6, 2018

Review @ZoeChantebooks - A Pinerock Bear Christmas by Zoe Chant (Bears of Pinerock County #6)




A Pinerock
Bear Christmas
Bears of Pinerock County #6
by Zoe Chant

Goodreads blurb:  At Christmastime, anything is possible ...

Gloria Munson thinks she's about to have the worst Christmas of all time when her car breaks down during a blizzard in rural Pinerock County. But then she's rescued by a very special bear shifter clan who invite her to share their rural ranch Christmas ...

With no family to welcome him for the holidays, Deputy Jaron Holbrook is invited out to the ranch for Christmas by his boss, Sheriff Axl Tanner. Jaron knows that every woman on the ranch is already mated, so it comes as a total shock when Jaron and his bear recognize their fated mate in the Pinerock clan's Christmas houseguest!

With five mated couples to play matchmaker, what could possibly go wrong?

Come home to Pinerock County for Christmas, where every couple has a guaranteed HEA!


About the Author:  Zoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!

Every 100th person to join Zoe's mailing list gets a free book! Could it be you?
To get on her mailing list, please follow this link: 
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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!  Yes, I received a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!  I bought this book before I had a chance to read the review copy because I wanted to read the whole series in order because I love and own most of Zoe’s books!

The cover is Christmasy and awesome!

This is the 6th book in the series, and it is for adults only due to the steamy content.  I highly recommend reading all the books in order especially before this book which is like an update to all the bears in the previous books.

This is a feel-good Christmas story with all of my favorite Pinerock characters, and we are introduced to 2 new friends who get their HEA in this book.  This story had a bit of drama, but it definitely focuses on Christmas and celebration.  I liked Gloria who is having a hard time but makes some friends.  Jaron is sweet and clueless about the world because he grew up sheltered in the mountains and doesn’t have a clue about most things, but he is working hard to learn all that he can.  This story definitely made me smile. 

I highly recommend to any bear fans who love HEAs especially those who love these Pinerock Bears and Zoe Chant!  I can’t wait to read my next Zoe Chant book!


Interested in reading???

See my review of Hired Bear
See my review of Mountain Guardian Bear
See my review of Alpha Rancher Bear
See my review of Snow Leopard’s Lady
See my review of Firefighter Unicorn
See my review of Bad Boy Biker Bear
See my review of Mountain Rescue Lion
See my review of Bearista
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Pack
See my review of Her Jaguar’s Temptation
See my review of Mated to the Storm Dragon
See my review of Tropical Bartender Bear
See my review of The Master Shark’s Mate
See my review of Sheriff Bear
See my review of Lion's Betrayal
See my review of A Mate for the Dragon
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Heart
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Home
See my review of Firefighter Sea Dragon
See my review of Ranger Griffin
See my review of Royal Guard Lion
See my review of Royal Guard Tiger
See my review of The Griffin’s Mate
See my review of Tropical Tiger Spy
See my review of Tropical Wounded Wolf
See my review of Lion’s Hunt
See my review of Lion’s Mate
See my review of Lawman Lion
See my review of Guardian Lion
See my review of Rancher Lion
See my review of Second Chance Lion
See my review of Panther’s Promise
See my review of Bodyguard Bear
See my review of Defender Dragon
See my review of Protector Panther
See my review of Warrior Wolf
See my review of Private Eye Bear’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Baby
See my review of Firefighter Dragon
See my review of Firefighter Pegasus
See my review of Firefighter Griffin
See my review of The Christmas Dragon's Mate






Thursday, January 4, 2018

Review @BookNookNuts - Secrets by T.M. Payne




Secrets
by T.M. Payne

Goodreads blurb:  Four young friends, four fated mates.
One secret that could separate them forever.
Battling the demons of society and acceptance, can one of them handle the secrets that have been kept?
Or will it be too much to bear?
Some things are better left unsaid...

Teen - young adult short story.
No sex, some naughty language.


About the Author:  T.M. Payne is a mom to grown children, and she has six beautiful grandchildren whom she adores.
She was born in Alexandria, Virginia and has never lived too far from the area.

She has always enjoyed reading from an early age and began her journey into book blogging four years ago, and has never looked back. Reading is her relaxation, and she loves helping others find a good book. Lending a hand with promotions is just another bonus, and she is always happy to help authors.

She never aspired to be an author herself but felt strongly enough on certain things in life that she decided to write a short story featuring her love of paranormal, along with a great issue facing our world. She truly believes every single breathing person should be able to live their life with whom they want, how they want, and not be bullied because of their choices in life.

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!  I bought my friend’s book to read, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!

The cover is beautiful and compelling all at once.

This is a short story about 24 pages.  It is a YA book with 4 friends who just graduated high school, and they are magical.  This story is an emotionally packed rollercoaster.  It is a truly fantastic and beautiful written story.  It is true to life because sometimes friends or family can be clueless about things happening around them.  Sometimes words accidentally hurt friends and family, but worse is when it is on purpose.  I’ve seen families in chaos because of judgement.  Love boundlessly and without judgement.  You should read this story because it will move you!  I cried…a lot!!!

I highly recommend this short story to remind you what love should look like and be without judgement!  I can’t wait to see what T.M. Payne shows us next!

Interested in reading???

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Monday, January 1, 2018

Review @ZoeChantebooks - Hired Bear by Zoe Chant (Bears of Pinerock County #5)




Hired Bear
Bears of Pinerock County #5
by Zoe Chant

Goodreads blurb:  A curvy farmer deep in debt + a lonely rancher hoping to open his heart + a family farm hiding a hidden treasure = a red-hot rural romance!

Curvy Crystal Martinez didn't think anything could bring her back to rural Pinerock County, but if the family legend of a hidden treasure on her grandfather's old farm is true, it could get her whole family out of debt. And she never suspected she'd want to stay, with her friends, her job, and her entire life back in the city. But that was before she met the red-hot rancher next door, with electric blue eyes and a body to die for. She doesn't dare get attached (no matter what her betraying body thinks about his kisses) but she does need help if she's going to find her family's treasure before her time in Pinerock County runs out. It's strictly a business arrangement ... with a few fringe benefits ... right?

Grizzly shifter Cody Hayes has watched his clan brothers find their mates, one by one. As the peacemaker in his rowdy clan, Cody has almost given up on finding love, until Crystal moves in next door. In one glance, Cody and his bear know this stubborn city girl with curves in all the right places is the mate they've been waiting for.

Even though she's falling for both Cody and the rural beauty of her family's old farm, Crystal is determined to make her time in Pinerock County short. As the search for her family's lost treasure brings them together, Cody must show this commitment-shy city girl that Pinerock County is where she belongs—or risk losing the only treasure that matters to him!

This is a standalone paranormal bear shifter romance, fifth in the Bears of Pinerock County series. No cliffhangers!


About the Author:  Zoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!

Every 100th person to join Zoe's mailing list gets a free book! Could it be you?
To get on her mailing list, please follow this link: 
http://eepurl.com/bhOy_T

Connect with Zoe:

My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!  Yes, I received a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!  I bought this book before I had a chance to read the review copy because I wanted to read the whole series in order because I love and own most of Zoe’s books!

The cover is beautiful and goes with the series and this book!

This is the 5th book in the series, and it is Cody’s story.  As with the rest of the series, it is for adults only due to the steamy content.  I highly recommend reading in order because you get to know the characters and their world much better and feel more part of the story this way!

I own this whole series, and Cody is special because he is always the peacemaker and joker.  He is the glue that kept everyone together at Circle B.  Now he is restless because he doesn’t feel like he fits anymore.  Crystal is trying to find a way to help her mom, and the family farm is her last hope.  This is a touching story that doesn’t have much action only family helping in the way that you usual think is not helping but everything works out in the end.  A great story that made me happy to read!

I highly recommend to all bear fans who love HEAs with true mates!  Can’t wait to read my next Zoe Chant story because she always touches my heart and brings me happiness!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Mountain Guardian Bear
See my review of Alpha Rancher Bear
See my review of Snow Leopard’s Lady
See my review of Firefighter Unicorn
See my review of Bad Boy Biker Bear
See my review of Mountain Rescue Lion
See my review of Bearista
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Pack
See my review of Her Jaguar’s Temptation
See my review of Mated to the Storm Dragon
See my review of Tropical Bartender Bear
See my review of The Master Shark’s Mate
See my review of Sheriff Bear
See my review of Lion's Betrayal
See my review of A Mate for the Dragon
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Heart
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Home
See my review of Firefighter Sea Dragon
See my review of Ranger Griffin
See my review of Royal Guard Lion
See my review of Royal Guard Tiger
See my review of The Griffin’s Mate
See my review of Tropical Tiger Spy
See my review of Tropical Wounded Wolf
See my review of Lion’s Hunt
See my review of Lion’s Mate
See my review of Lawman Lion
See my review of Guardian Lion
See my review of Rancher Lion
See my review of Second Chance Lion
See my review of Panther’s Promise
See my review of Bodyguard Bear
See my review of Defender Dragon
See my review of Protector Panther
See my review of Warrior Wolf
See my review of Private Eye Bear’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Baby
See my review of Firefighter Dragon
See my review of Firefighter Pegasus
See my review of Firefighter Griffin
See my review of The Christmas Dragon's Mate