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Saturday, November 12, 2011

Feasted On: Desolation Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 344; Kindle Edition - File Size: 374 KB | Expected Release Date: November 11, 2011 | Publisher: Ninjas Write Publishing | Obtained: Indie Book Collective: Blog Tour de Troops

"BECOME" [Desolation Series, Book 1] by Ali Cross

My Book Summary : Desolation (Desi) lives in Hell with her father, Lucifer, trying to not Become (turn into her true self) for as long as she can remember as it's exactly what her father wants. In addition, even though she is the daughter of Lucifer there is a part of her she has hid away from him and his minions (a part that's good) so they couldn't use it against her. However, even though she isn't the same as her father, she likes Hell a lot more then Earth. Therefore, when she is sent back to Earth to face the good she fears and the evil she's grown up around there is nothing more that she'd like to do then find a way to get back home.

Not long after being back on Earth, Desi is forced to Become. Soon afterwards, her life and everything she thought she knew about herself changes, making her question everything she knows. However, when she finally finds out everything is she going to want to become something better then she once was?

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars!! This is a wonderful YA novel that takes on the typical theme of angels vs demons (or good vs evil) and turns it into something new, then throws in a girl who's right in the middle of the fight and has the ability to decide which side will win. It's an addicting novel and I can predict it'll be an addicting series too. There were tons of twists that I didn't expect, especially since I never knew where this book would go.

Desi is a great character who I'm curious to see how she'll grow within this series. I wish there was more of Michael in this novel, but hopefully there will be more of him in the second novel. The rest of their "gang" I'm curious about since they could really go either way.

I recommend this for anyone who really enjoys YA paranormal (possible romance) books!!

My Review(s) for Blog Tour de Troops : Cinderella's Secret Diary (Book 1: Lost) | Scent and Shadow | BECOME

Book Teaser(s) :

Staring at the mirror, I concentrated on sticking my unruly hair into a ponytail with shaky hands.
Not good, not good, not good. This was so not the way I foresaw my first day of school.
Late, no makeup, stupid hair, and with the smell of James all over me.
With one last glance at the full-length mirror, I saw all I needed to see—I wasn’t just a normal girl, after all. Everything I’d Become radiated as if I had a blinking neon sign above my head.
Murderer.
Harlot.
Depraved.
Remorseless. ~ within Chapter 9

I knew the second Michael entered the room. The air grew heavy, warm, maybe even a little sultry. Noise faded away until the voices of the students sounded like a distant hum, and all I could hear was my heart beating. Though I kept my eyes glued to the desktop, I knew he stood at the front of the class for a moment, likely staring at me, waiting for me to look at him. But I didn’t. I wouldn’t. ~ within Chapter 14

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Ali, then please check out her Amazon Page. If you'd like more information about the Blog Tour de Troops then click here.

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Thursday, November 10, 2011

Disappointmentville: Fools Gold Series, E-novella 2

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 192 KB | Release Date: November 1, 2011 | Publisher: HQN Books | Obtained: Amazon.com

"Only Us: A Fool’s Gold Holiday" [Fools Gold Series, E-novella 2] by Susan Mallery

My Book Summary : Rina has been in love with Cameron for over a year now but has never had the nerve to tell him, hoping instead that showing him through what he does for him (by helping him out around his vet office and with his young daughter) he'll take notice and put him into action. However, over a year has passed and they are still just good friends.

So, when an opportunity opens up to show him of her affections and (possibly) take their relationship up to the level will she have the guts to follow through with it? And if she does follow through, will Cameron even return her affections or will it completely change everything between them?

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. Ever since Cameron was mentioned in Only Yours I was curious if he was going to have a story of his own, and this book is it! Sad to say I was disappointed. Its a cute story and I loved the characters but this story rushes through it's plot and that is what spoils it for me. If it was a bit longer it probably would have been better.

My Previous Review(s) for this Series : Book 1 | Book 4 | Book 5 | Book 6

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Tempting | Accidentally Yours | Falling For Gracie | Having Her Boss's Baby

Book Teaser(s) :

"I told Daddy he could help with the cookies," Kaitlyn said, walking to the sink to wash her hands without being asked.
Rina grinned. "Did you? Do you think he'll do a good job?"
"I have some creative skills," Cameron told her, shrugging out of his jacket.
"Maybe you could audition," Rina told him. "Do one and if we think it's all right, you can do a second."
His daughter burst out laughing. ~ within Chapter 2

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Susan, then please check out her Amazon Page. To find out more about the town of Fools Gold then click here.

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When & Where Are You? Thursdays: Only Us: A Fool’s Gold Holiday

When & Where Are You? Thursdays is a weekly meme, hosted by Jess from From Me to You ... Video, Photography, & Book Reviews. This is open for anyone & everyone!! To participate here's what you need to do:

Based on the book your currently reading -- tell us when and where you are in your book, and possibly what your doing or who you are with.
It doesn't have to be long, just two sentences or so.
Try not to include spoilers!!!
Be sure to share the book information [title, author and/or book cover] so if someone likes what you write they can add that book to their TBR list.

Here is 'When & Where...' I am this week :

Right now ...

Cameron just realized the reason he was disappointed by Rina telling him her feelings for him. Therefore, now he's decided he needs to find a way to make it up to her before their friendship/relationship becomes even more strained.

In: "Only Us: A Fool’s Gold Holiday" [Fools Gold Series, E-novella 2] by Susan Mallery

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Tempting | Accidentally Yours | Falling For Gracie | Chasing Perfect | Having Her Boss's Baby | Only Mine | Only Yours | Only His

Now ....

When & Where are YOU??
Want to participate? Grab the logo, post your own 'When & Where...' entry on your blog, and leave your link below**!

** If you don't have a blog, then please comment with your own 'When & Where...'!

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Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Feasted On: Scent and Shadow by Mercy Loomis

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 506 KB | Release Date: October 2011 | Publisher: Rookery Creek Media | Obtained: Indie Book Collective: Blog Tour de Troops

"Scent and Shadow" [An Aether Vitalis novel] by Mercy Loomis

My Book Summary : Amanda has felt like someone has been watching her for a while now, and she would be right. However, she doesn't know until it's too late, or so she thinks.

Gabriel has been feeling the urge to turn someone for a while now, and the someone he's chosen is Amanda. After he attacks her, turning her into his fledgling, she learns that if she can hold out about a month without killing someone then she will be able to be human again. Gabriel isn't going to make it that easy on her though, as he's planning on luring her into being a vampire if it's the last thing he does. Will Gabriel be able to lure Amanda into becoming a vampire or will her freedom and humanity be more preferable?

Unbeknownst to them, though, Amanda becomes a pawn in a scheme that could not only hurt Gabriel but Amanda and the city they live in too. Will they be able to work together long enough and find out about the treat before it's too late?

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Dark, exotic, and intriguing are just some of the words I would use to describe this unique take on a paranormal novel. Before I read this book I took what this book was called an 'urban paranormal' as to mean 'paranormal romance,' why I don't really know, but I will say if you make that mistake too you still won't be disappointed! I say that because even though this book does NOT romanticize what a vampire is, it DOES talk about the connections Gabriel (the main vampire in the book) has with those he cares for and digs into what it means to be a vampire (based in the world the author has created).

I loved the characters and finding out their back-stories. However, the author bounced around a lot from different characters POVs during the first quarter of the book that it was somewhat hard to find (pinpoint) where the plot was heading. Thankfully though by the middle of the book the plot evens out a bit and you get swept away in the many new twist and turns never quite sure which way the story will lead you. Then the ending just wraps everything up very nicely!! I was very happy about Paul & Cecelia, and I'm curious as to how the new situation between Amanda & Gabriel will work out.

I recommend this for those who like reading the darker type of paranormal books. FYI -- sexual content (hot and steamy) is in this book.

My Review(s) for Blog Tour de Troops : Cinderella's Secret Diary (Book 1: Lost) | Scent and Shadow | BECOME

Book Teaser(s) :

Teaser #1

Gabriel was quiet for the first few minutes of their trip back into town. Finally he said, glancing at her quizzically, “I hadn’t expected you to give in about the blood so quickly.”
“Oh?” Amanda kept her thoughts carefully blank.
“What made you change your mind?”
She shifted uncomfortably. “Well, I mean, you already had it on your lips, and, well... I wanted to kiss you, damn it. So I did.”
He laughed, low and deep. “What did you think of it?”
“The kiss or the blood?”
He gave her an amused glance. “The blood.”
She raised a hand to her lips. “Too brief,” she said at last.
“That I can fix.”
“Gabriel...” ~ within Chapter 15

For more information on this book and/or any other books by Mercy, then please check out her Amazon Page. If you'd like more information about the Blog Tour de Troops then click here.

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"Waiting On" Wednesday: Undeadly

Today's "Waiting On" Wednesday by Jill - click here

"Undeadly" [The Reaper Diaries Series, Book 1] by Michele Vail
Expected Publication Released Date: February 28, 2012

Author's Book Description:

The day I turned 16, my boyfriend-to-be died. I brought him back to life. Then things got a little weird...

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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

IBC's Blog Tour de Troops (November 11 - 14, 2011)

Did you know that over 300 overseas troops have requested books?

And the Indie Book Collective is going to make sure they get them.

This Veteran's Day weekend, November 11th-14th 2011, any reader can participate in the charity that gives back to the troops!

Over 50 authors will be giving away free eBooks, one for each person who leaves a comment on their blog and one for a soldier or veteran.

The purpose: To give away as many books as possible to the soldiers and veterans who request them.

Just visit the Indie Book Collective blog from November 11th-14th to see each day's authors and join in on the blog hop. You're guaranteed to get tons of books and so will our brave men and women who serve our country with honor!
My Review(s) for Blog Tour de Troops : Cinderella's Secret Diary (Book 1: Lost) | Scent and Shadow | BECOME

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Teaser Tuesdays: Scent and Shadow

Today's Teaser Tuesdays by MizB - click here

"Scent and Shadow" [An Aether Vitalis novel] by Mercy Loomis

Book Teaser:

Gabriel continued to watch her from under half-closed lids, his gaze holding hers, ignoring James just as she was. Maybe it was the light, or those color-shifting irises, but his eyes glittered in a way that was beginning to make the hairs on the back of her neck rise.
A finger of unease crept up her spine, and she looked down at her glass. An image flashed before her mind’s eye: a snake coiled and motionless, staring at a mouse.
You’re imagining things, she told herself. She’d talked to Gabriel several times before now and never had the slightest cause for concern. ~ within Chapter 1

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