Made the Grade: Ditched: A Love Story by Robin Mellom

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"Ditched: A Love Story" by Robin Mellom

My Book Summary : Justina finds herself at 6:15 am, the day after her Senior Prom, sitting in a ditch on the side of the road. She pulls herself together and walks down the road with every intention of finding a way home. Quickly she comes across a 7-Eleven where she finds a convenience store clerk who seems sympathetic enough to listen to her story. Going through her story, the clerk helps her find out how her best friend, and prom date, could turn into Captain Scumbag when just before prom she was thinking about taking their friendship to the next level. Will everything finally make since once she talks through what happened or it be obvious why she became DITCHED!!

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars, it's a funny mystery through and through, about best friends who both want to be something more than friends but the night they plan on doing so they never seem to be on the same page. This novel has some of the same premise as "One Night That Changes Everything" by Lauren Barnholdt, but only in the aspect of something bad happened to Justina, she needs to find out what happened, and it has to do with her "boyfriend."

I really liked how this novel goes back and forth between Justina's previous events of what happened to get her into that ditch and her sitting at the 7-Eleven with the convenience store clerk and the other costumer. Very well written!! Plus ... the ending is just OHH soo good! =0) As well as the really cute epilogue!

However, I will admit that there were some parts that annoyed me and some parts that were a little slow but all in all this novel was enjoyable to read!

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoyed reading "One Night That Changes Everything," or to anyone who loves reading YA romance novels!! ♥

Book Teaser(s) :

That damn green shirt. None of this would have happened if it weren't for that stupid color.
It's like a nightmare Sesame Street episode: This month's gut-wrenching, painful heartache brought to you by the color green!
But I quickly snap back to reality and remind myself that I am telling this story to the cashier at the 7-Eleven due to the fact that Ian Clark left me on prom night and I ended up in a ditch on Hollister Road.
Screw the color green. ~ within Chapter 1

For more information on this book and/or any other books by Robin, then please check out her Amazon Page.

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Made the Grade: Chronicles of Yavn, Book 1

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"King of Darkness" [Chronicles of Yavn, Book 1] by Elisabeth Staab

My Book Summary : When Thad was born, an Oracle predicted that his destined mate, who would be ruling with him when it would be his time to be King, would have the same scar as the one that is located on his arm. Therefore, after he finally finds her within a club in Florida he's a little shocked but definitely relieved. Now his biggest challenge is yet to come, getting her to believe him enough to give Thad a chance at the possibility of being together forever. However, just as things might be looking up for Thad his enemies descend on them .... will he be able to complete his destiny or will the enemy win instead??

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars, it's an intriguing novel with its multiple plots, witty banter, spicy romance scenes, and characters that you can't seem to be able to guess at what they'll do next!! I will say that I found this novel unique in the way that Thad is portrayed as a vulnerable person/vampire, not sure what to do with his new position as King, which I thought was a interesting change in comparison to the other types of "vampire king" novels I've read previously. There are three plots within this novel, they are:

1. The Main Plot: The relationship between Thad and Isabel (Izzy). Trying to prove that they are meant for each other, while learning about each other in a rapid pace setting.
2. First Secondary Plot: Tyra and Anton's relationship. Finding out the truth of who Anton really is, and what will happen once the truth does finally come out.
3. Second Secondary Plot: It's a mixture of the different characters ---
   • The love/hate relationship between Lee and Alexia .... not sure where that's going to go but I really hope somewhere good!!
   • Siddoh and his playboy ways.
   • Then the mysterious relationship between Lee and Agnessa, that holds the question of what really happened between them??

About the Characters:
• Isabel (Izzy): Has a big heart. Independent. Cautious. Vampire.

• Thad: Responsible. Wiry. King of the Vampires.

• Lee: Protective. Determined. Strong. Rough. Vampire.

• Alexia: Fun. Tough. Friendly. Human.

• Tyra: Thinks she's invincible. Mother hen type. Half-vampire.

• Anton: Kind. Wizard.

• Siddoh: Sneaky. Playful. Leader. Vampire.

I am very curious as to see what will happen next in "Prince of Power" [Chronicles of Yavn, Book 2] where the main plot will be around Tyra and Anton's story!!

I recommend this to those who like reading spicy paranormal romance novels, and to whoever is looking for a new series that gives new twists to what is already out there within that genre!

Book Teaser(s) :

He was getting the urge to roll his own eyes, juvenile though the gesture was. "I gotta be honest. I don't see how the two of you can fuck like bunnies and yet be unable to tolerate each other's presence otherwise. You work together, for goodness sake. You've gotta be able to deal with him."
"I actually prefer the bonobo ape as an analogy."
Lee sat straighter on the bed. "What the hell are you talking about?"
She smiled. "They're one of the only animal species to have sex for reasons other than procreation. Including conflict resolution, I might add. And I'm pretty sure they have sex even more than rabbits."
Oh, for the love of--- ~ within Chapter 12

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2012 100+ Reading Challenge

Check out my previous challenges:
• 2011 100+ Reading Challenge
• 2010 100+ Reading Challenge

Alrighty ... here's my personal challenge .. or more of a record of how many books I will read in 2012. Anyway ... here we go:

January 2012
1. "Ditched: A Love Story" by Robin Mellom
2. "Catching Jordan" by Miranda Kenneally
3. "On the Rim of Love" by Marie Astor
4. "Matthew" [The Circle Eight Series, Book 1] by Emma Lang (aka Beth Williamson)
5. "Deliver Me from Darkness" [The Paladin Warrior Series, Book 1] by Tes Hilaire
6. "Bound In Darkness" by Cynthia Eden
7. "Temptation Ridge" [Virgin River Series, Book 6] by Robyn Carr
8. "Northern Exposure" [Compass Brothers Series, Book 1] by Jayne Rylon & Mari Carr
9. "Getting Over Garrett Delaney" by Abby McDonald
10. "Bound In Sin" by Cynthia Eden
11. "Claimed" by K. R. Smith
12. "Donovan's Angel" [The Donovans of the Delta Series, Book 1] by Peggy Webb (aka Anna Michaels)
13. "Stud" [The Cat Star Chronicles, Book 8] by Cheryl Brooks
14. "Getting Familiar With Your Demon" [That Old Black Magic Series, Book 4] by Jodi Redford
February 2012
15. "Miss Hillary Schools a Scoundrel" by Samantha Grace
16. "Bound by the Vampire" [Blood and Absinthe Series, Book 2] by Chloe Hart
17. "An Alpha's Path" [Redwood Pack Series, Book 1] by Carrie Ann Ryan
18. "There You’ll Find Me" by Jenny B. Jones
19. "Pack and Coven" by Jody Wallace (aka Ellie Marvel)
20. "A Waltz at Midnight" by Crista McHugh
21. "The Billionaire’s Baby Plan" [The Baby Chase Series, Book 5] by Allison Leigh
22. "Wild Highland Magic" [MacInnes Werewolves trilogy, Book 3] by Kendra Leigh Castle
23. "Love Beyond Loyalty" [The Outsiders Series, Book 3] by Rebecca Royce
24. "Putting Boys On The Ledge" [The Girlfriend’s Guide to Boys Series, Book 1] by Stephanie Rowe (aka Stephie Davis)
25. "The Secret She Can't Hide" by India Grey
26. "A Familiar Face" by Marie Harte
27. "Time Out" by Jill Shalvis
28. "In The Flesh" by J. R. Barrett
29. "Where The Wind Blows" by Caroline Fyffe
30. "Return of the Rose" by Theresa Ragan
March 2012
31. "A Taste for a Mate" [Redwood Pack Series, Book 2] by Carrie Ann Ryan
32. "Margot's Lawman" [Sisters of McDougal Ranch Series, Book 3] by Debra Kayn
33. "The Half-Breed Vampire" [Sons of Midnight Mini-Series, Book 3] by Theresa Meyers
34. "Kamikaze" [Last Call Series, Book 1] by Moira Rogers (aka Bree & Donna)
35. "Tequila Sunrise" [Last Call Series, Book 3] by Moira Rogers (aka Bree & Donna)
36. "Beauty for Ashes" [A Hickory Ridge Romance, Book 2] by Dorothy Love
37. "Kiss Me, I'm Irish" by Roxanne St. Claire, Jill Shalvis, & Maureen Child
38. "The Wary Widow" [Wetherby Brides Series, Book 3] by Jerrica Knight-Catania
39. "Sixty Acres and a Bride" by Regina Jennings
40. "The Reluctant Marquess" by Maggi Andersen
41. "Katie's Hellion" [Rhyn Trilogy, Book 1] by Lizzy Ford
42. "Shooting Stars" by Allison Rushby
43. "Omegas In Love" [The Vanguards Series, Book 4] by Annie Nicholas
44. "Tempted by Her Innocent Kiss" [Pregnancy & Passion Series, Book 3] by Maya Banks
45. "The Unofficial Zack Warren Fan Club" by J. C. Isabella
46. "Million-Dollar Love-Child" by Sarah Morgan
47. "An Accidental Birthright" by Maisey Yates
48. "Moving Neutral" by Katy Atlas
49. "Fever" [Phoenix Rising Series, Book 1] by Joan Swan
April 2012
50. "The Werewolf's Wife" [A Part of the Beautiful Creatures World] by Michele Hauf
51. "Feral Sins" [The Phoenix Pack Series, Book 1] by Suzanne Wright
52. "ACCIDENTALLY IN LOVE WITH...A GOD?" [Accidentally Yours Series, Book 1] by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff
53. "Redwood Bend" [Virgin River Series, Book 18] by Robyn Carr
54. "No Remorse" [Heart of a Wolf Series, Book 1] by MaryLynn Bast
55. "Trinity Bound" [Redwood Pack Series, Book 3] by Carrie Ann Ryan
56. "Cat Scratch Fever" by Jodi Redford
57. "His Secret Temptation" by Cat Schield
58. "Rules of the Game" by Sandy James
59. "A SEAL in Wolf's Clothing" [Werewolf Series, Book 9] by Terry Spear
60. "Love Beyond Sight" [The Outsiders Series, Book 4] by Rebecca Royce
61. "White Witch" [The Coven Series, Book 1] by Trish Milburn (aka Tricia Mills)
62. "A Cold Creek Reunion" [The Cowboys Of Cold Creek Series, Book 10] by RaeAnne Thayne
63. "Barefoot Season" [Blackberry Island Series, Book 1] by Susan Mallery
64. "Improper Relations" by Juliana Ross
65. "Darkest Wolf" [The Westervelt Wolves Series, Book 7] by Rebecca Royce
66. "The Nanny Bombshell" by Michelle Celmer
67. "Made for Marriage" by Helen Lacey
May 2012
68. "Breaking Bad" [Midnight Justice Series, Book 3] by Jodi Redford
69. "Always A Bridesmaid" by Cindi Myers
70. "Tegan's Blood" [The Ultimate Power Series, Book 1] by L. H. Cosway
71. "Wicked Werewolf Night" [The Werewolf Society Series, Book 1] by Lisa Renee Jones
72. "Untouched" [Amoveo Legend Series, Book 2] by Sara Humphreys
73. "My Stubborn Heart" by Becky Wade
74. "Wicked Werewolf Secret" [The Werewolf Society Series, Book 2] by Lisa Renee Jones
75. "Georgia On My Mind" by Marie Force
76. "Love Me" [Take Me Series, Book 2] by Bella Andre
77. "Tempting the Best Man" by J. Lynn (aka Jennifer L. Armentrout)
78. "One Bite To Passion" by MaryLynn Bast
79. "Seized" [Pipe Woman Chronicles, Book 1] by Lynne Cantwell
80. "The Fake Boyfriend Experiment" by Stephanie Rowe (aka Stephie Davis)
81. "Valor" [Greystone Series, Book 1] by Taylor Longford
82. "Consent to Love" [Wild Pleasures Series, Book 2] by Abby Wood
83. "Enraptured" [Eternal Guardians Series, Book 4] by Elisabeth Naughton
84. "Summer Days" [Fool’s Gold Series, Book 7] by Susan Mallery
85. "Her Best Friend's Brother" by T. J. Dell
86. "I Only Have Eyes For You" [The Sullivans Series, Book 4] by Bella Andre
87. "Clockwise" [Clockwise Series, Book 1] by Elle Strauss
88. "Captured By Her Horny Beast" by Kate Hampton
June 2012
89. "The Prince's Nanny" by Carol Grace
90. "Fury" [Otherkin Series, Book 1] by Anya Bast
91. "Ten Things I Love About You" [The Bevelstoke Series, Book 3] by Julia Quinn
92. "Nadia Knows Best" by Jill Mansell
93. "Anything You Want" [Anything & Everything Series, Book 1] by Erin Nicholas
94. "One Wet Summer" by Ann Montclair
95. "Dragon Rider's Gift" [Portals of Destiny Tales, Book 1] by K. H. LeMoyne
96. "My Life as the Ugly Stepsister" by Juli Alexander
97. "A Callahan Wedding" [Callahan Cowboys Series, Book 6] by Tina Leonard
98. "The Patriot Girl" [The No Bulls Series, Book 1] by Toni Lynn Cloutier (aka Renee Ashley Williams)
99. "Her Surprise Sister" [Texas Twins Series, Book 1] by Marta Perry
100. "Bane" [The Coven Series, Book 2] by Trish Milburn (aka Tricia Mills)
101. "Embrace the Dark" [The Blood Rose Series, Book 1] by Caris Roane (aka Valerie King)
102. "Sharing Hailey" by Samantha Ann King
103. "Try Me" [Take a Chance Series, Book 1] by Diane Alberts
104. "Love Walked In" by Marisa de los Santos
July 2012
105. "The Accidental Movie Star" by Emily Evans
106. "Saving You Saving Me" [You & Me Trilogy, Book 1] by Kailin Gow
107. "Where There's Smoke" [Good Girl Series, Book 1] by Karen Kelley
108. "The Other Soldier" by Kathy Altman
109. "More than a Man" by Emily Ryan-Davis & Elise Logan
110. "Face The Music" by Andrea K. Robbins
111. "Taking Up Light" [The Light Ones Series, Book 1] by Holly Lauren
112. "When We Touch" [Whiskey Creek Series, Novella 1] by Brenda Novak
113. "Somebody to Love" by Kristan Higgins
114. "Waiting For Daybreak" by Amanda McNeil
115. "Blind Heat" [Pantherian Passions Series, Book 2] by Nara Malone
116. "My A-List Boyfriend" by Kyle LaForge
117. "Almost a Scandal" [The Reckless Brides Series, Book 1] by Elizabeth Essex
118. "A Howl in the Night" by Courtney Rene
119. "Cracked" by Tara Logan
120. "The Wild One" [The de Montforte Brothers Series, Book 1] by Danelle Harmon
August 2012
121. "His Forbidden Submissive" by Brandi Evans
122. "Black Gold" [Takhini Wolves Series, Book 1] by Vivian Arend
123. "Tall, Dark, and Divine" [Bagging a Greek God Series, Book 1] by Jenna Bennett (aka Jennie Bentley)
124. "The Bastard" by Brenda Novak (Note: "Honor Bound" is another name for "The Bastard.")
125. "Summer Nights" [Fool’s Gold Series, Book 8] by Susan Mallery
126. "Somebody to Love" by Sheryl Browne
127. "Take It Like a Vamp" by Candace Havens
128. "Shattered Magic" [Chronicles of Arandal Series, Book 2] by Rebecca York (aka Ruth Glick)
129. "Forever Werewolf" [A Part of the Beautiful Creatures World] by Michele Hauf
130. "Moon Kissed" [Wicked Games Series, Book 2] by Michele Hauf
131. "Wrong Bed, Right Guy" by Katee Robert
132. "The Booby Trap" by Anne Browning Walker
133. "Double Time" [Sinners on Tour Series, Book 5] by Olivia Cunning
134. "Dante's Girl" [The Paradise Diaries Series, Book 1] by Courtney Cole
135. "A Wallflower Christmas" [Wallflower Series, Book 5] by Lisa Kleypas
136. "Return to Willow Lake" [The Lakeshore Chronicles, Book 9] by Susan Wiggs
September 2012
137. "More Than a Fling" by Crista McHugh
138. "Silver Mine" [Takhini Wolves Series, Book 2] by Vivian Arend
139. "Dash & Lily's Book of Dares" by Rachel Cohn & David Levithan
140. "All Summer Long" [Fool’s Gold Series, Book 9] by Susan Mallery
141. "Colors Of Love" [Speed Series, Book 2] by Jess Dee
142. "Bewitching the Werewolf" by Caroline Hanson
143. "Too Darn Hot" by Pamela Burford
144. "The Boys Back Home" by Sierra Dafoe (aka Natasha Moore)
145. "Samson's Lovely Mortal" [Scanguards Vampires Series, Book 1] by Tina Folsom
146. "Loramendi's Story" [Lords of Shifters Series, Book 1] by Angela Carlie
147. "Once Upon a Ballroom" by Caroline Linden, Katharine Ashe, Maya Rodale, & Miranda Neville
148. "A Touch of Greek" [Out of Olympus Series, Book 1] by Tina Folsom
149. "Wife for Hire" by Christine Bell (aka Chloe Cole)
150. "Love ‘em or Leave ‘em" by Angie Stanton
151. "Bunny And The Bear" [Furry United Coalition (F.U.C.) Series, Book 1] by Eve Langlais
152. "How to Marry a Warlock in 10 Days" [10 Days Series, Book 2] by Saranna DeWylde (aka Sara Lunsford)
153. "No Flowers Required" [Love Required Series, Book 2] by Cari Quinn
154. "Tasting Fire" by Shelly Holt
155. "Runaway Heart" by Claudy Conn
156. "Dragon's Kiss" [Shadow of the Dragon Series, Book 1] by Tielle St. Clare
157. "Heart of the Dragon's Realm" by Karalynn Lee
October 2012
158. "Flirting To Win" by Natalie Anderson
159. "Tangled Web" [The Deizian Empire Series, Book 1] by Crista McHugh
160. "Undenied" [Amoveo Legend Series, Book 2.5 / Novella 1] by Sara Humphreys
161. "The Trouble With Cowboys" [Big Sky Series, Book 3] by Denise Hunter
162. "Calling the Shots" [Long Shots Series, Book 4] by Christine d'Abo
163. "Deceiving the Witch Next Door" by Melissa Bourbon Ramirez (aka Melissa Bourbon & Misa Ramirez)
164. "Baby Under the Christmas Tree" by Teresa Carpenter
165. "I've Got Your Number" by Sophie Kinsella (aka Madeleine Wickham)
166. "The Memory Jar" [Seven Brides for Seven Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Tricia Goyer
167. "The Teacher's Billionaire" [Sherbrookes of Newport Series, Book 1] by Christina Tetreault
168. "The Last Witch" [Incenaga Trilogy, Book 1] by Debbie Dee
169. "The Last Princess of the Dream Dragons" by Janet MacDonald
170. "Three River Ranch" [Three River Ranch Series, Book 1] by Roxanne Snopek (aka Roxanne Willems-Snopek)
171. "Hollywood Ever After" [The Red-Carpet Series, Book 1] by Sasha Summers
172. "Forbidden" [The World of Nightwalkers Series, Book 1] by Jacquelyn Frank
173. "The Single Dad's Virgin Wife" [Wives for Hire Series, Book 2] by Susan Crosby
November 2012
174. "A Merry Little Christmas" by Anita Higman
175. "Romance in the Rain" [A Seattle Anthology] by Charlotte Russell, Marianne Stillings, Dawn Kravagna, Clare Tisdale, Sherri Shaw, & Kristine Cayne
176. "Losing It" by Cora Carmack
177. "The Ugly Duchess" [Eloisa's Fairy Tales Series, Book 4] by Eloisa James
178. "The Trouble With Cupcakes" [The Trouble Series, Book 4] by Kristi Ahlers
179. "Relentless Seduction" by Jillian Burns (aka Juliet Burns)
180. "Dark Wolf Rising" [Bloodrunners Series, Book 4] by Rhyannon Byrd
181. "Incubus Hunter" [Erotic Elf Series, Book 1] by Kenya Wright
182. "Angel All Year" by Sally Clements
183. "A Royal Pain" by Megan Mulry
184. "Fortune's Hero" [Soldiers of Fortune Series, Book 1] by Jenna Bennett (aka Jennie Bentley)
185. "Lady Louisa’s Christmas Knight" [The Windham Series, Book 6] & [The Duke's Daughters Sub-Series, Book 3] by Grace Burrowes
December 2012
186. "Captured Heart" [The Highland Hearts Series, Book 1] by Heather McCollum
187. "Impossible" [With Me Series, Book 1] by Komal Lewis
188. "Lust After Death" [Love Bots Series, Book 1] by Daisy Harris
189. "Captivated By You" [Superstars in Love Series, Book 1] by Diane Alberts (aka Jen McLaughlin)
190. "Bonded By Need" [Shifting Bonds Series, Book 1] by Nina Pierce
191. "Before the Moon Rises" [Ritter Werewolves Series, Book 1] by Catherine Bybee
192. "Fresh Temptation" [Barboza Brothers Series, Book 1] by Reeni Austin
193. "Just a Cowboy and His Baby" [Spikes & Spurs Series, Book 6] by Carolyn Brown
194. "Kissing Phoenix" [Sex with Strings Series, Book 1] by Shona Husk
195. "Masks" by Evangeline Anderson (aka Emmaline Andrews)
196. "Escape" [The Vampire King Series, Book 1] by Kenya Wright
197. "Hard Mated" [Shifters Unbound Series, Book 3.5] by Jennifer Ashley (aka Ashley Gardner & Allyson James)
198. "The Billionaire's Christmas Baby" by Victoria James
199. "Feather Down" [Raptors Revealed Series, Book 1] by Lorie O'Clare
200. "The Gypsy and the Widow" [Gypsy Lovers Series, Book 3] by Juliet Chastain
201. "Dawn’s Desire" [Dark Kings Series, Book 0.3] by Donna Grant
202. "All For You" [The Nephilim Series, Book 1] by Dana Marie Bell

* If you would like to know what I think about the books I didn't share my ratings or reviews with you about, than leave a comment about which one you want info on and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

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Feasted On: First Date by Krista McGee

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 320; Kindle Edition - File Size: 423 KB | Expected Release Date: January 10, 2012 | Publisher: Thomas Nelson | Obtained: NetGalley

"First Date" by Krista McGee

My Book Summary : Even though Addy is very dedicated to her school, her friends, and her Uncle Mike that doesn't mean that she wants to go onto national television and make a fool of herself by vying for the attention of the President's son, Jonathon Jackson, so she can be his prom date. At least that's how she feels, yet her best friend, her Uncle, and the Principal of her high school convince her to go even though her plan is to get voted off as quickly as possible from the show.

Too bad things don't end up going according to her original plan. However, Jonathon is very cute and nicer then she first thought, so with her new friend (a fellow contestant), and renewed determination Addy is willing to see where this adventure will take her. Now if she can only be sure what God's will for her is, so she'll know how to make it through this adventure without turning her back on him.

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars! It is a fun, smart, entertaining, and humbling novel about a teenage girl learning about whom she wants to be and how she can stay true to herself and God. This has to be the best Christian based novel that I've read in a very long time!! Since even though this novel talks about Addy's beliefs and her struggles, it also doesn't get all "preachy" about those beliefs either.

I liked the title of this novel with its play on words. Since this story is also about Addy's first date, as well as about the "first son" (aka the President's son).

About the Characters:
• Addy: Sweet. Shy. Quiet. Happy with who she is.

• Jonathon: Attractive. Friendly. Creative.

• Hank: Someone who has big plans for his life and will go to any means to get them.

• Kara: Talkative. Friendly. Protective.

I recommend this to anyone who enjoys reading Christian YA novels. Or to those who just like reading YA novels themselves, since even though there is the Christian aspect in this novel it is also just a great story in and of itself!

PS -- the "reality show" aspect in this book kinda reminds me of "Only Mine" [Fools Gold Series, Book 4] by Susan Mallery, mostly because of the way the "reality show" wasn't really based in reality the same way the "reality show" in Susan's novel wasn't.

Book Teaser(s) :

“No, it’s just . . . I’m not used to attention. I don’t really want it. But my principal wanted me to come. I told him to pick someone else. I knew I would make a fool of myself here.”
He touched her arm and she felt an electric shock. “I think he made a great choice. You’re real. I like that. And you’re not making a fool out of yourself.”
Addy’s face felt like it was on fire. “Let’s see if you still think that after tonight.” ~ within Chapter 12

Images of Addy asking which fork to use, waving the waiter over, almost spilling her drink, being told to sip the soup from the other side of the spoon played on the screen with pipe organ music pumping in the background and cymbals crashing for effect every time she made a mistake.
The whole thing made Addy look like a complete buffoon. ~ within Chapter 24

For more information on this book and/or any other books by Krista, then please check out her Amazon Page.

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"Waiting On" Wednesday: The Fine Art of Truth or Dare

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

"The Fine Art of Truth or Dare" by Melissa Jensen
Expected Publication Released Date: February 16, 2012

Amazon.com's Book Description:

Pretty in Pink meets Anna and the French Kiss in this charming romantic comedy

Ella is nearly invisible at the Willing School, and that's just fine by her. She's got her friends - the fabulous Frankie and their sweet cohort Sadie. She's got her art - and her idol, the unappreciated 19th-century painter Edward Willing. Still, it's hard being a nobody and having a crush on the biggest somebody in the school: Alex Bainbridge. Especially when he is your French tutor, and lessons have started becoming, well, certainly more interesting than French ever has been before. But can the invisible girl actually end up with a happily ever after with the golden boy, when no one even knows they're dating? And is Ella going to dare to be that girl?

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Feasted On: Dark Bonds Series, Book 2

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"Kiss of Twilight" [Dark Bonds Series, Book 2] by Loribelle Hunt

My Book Summary : Dupree has been with the Order for years/centuries now. The Order is a place where hybrids (half-demons) work to fight full demons and try to keep the peace throughout the land. However, with the new animosity that has started, ever since Dupree's old leader, Ben, went rogue and now councilor's are starting to turn up dead, things for the Order have gone from the everyday norm to complete chaos.

To top that off ... Kara, who Dupree has known since she was a little girl and who is also his potential bond mate, has come to the age when she can decide to become a hybrid or not. Even after long counseling sections (something that's always required before it happens), and even against Dupree's wishes, Kara decides to become a hybrid. However, with her new powers coming in place, attacks against the compound they are located in and the Order itself, will anything start becoming right for them once and for all? Or is there someone on the inside who has plans to make things a whole lot harder for them?

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars!! This novel takes off where "Kiss of Darkness" (Book 1) ends, while still being a novel that has the potential to be read as a standalone novel. I was really happy and appreciative about that since I hadn't read Book 1 in this series yet. Anyway ....

This novel has three plots going on...

First - is the plot that connects everything. It's about Ben being a rogue, what he's doing and how they can kill him and what is going on within the Order and its people.

Second - (and most important, I think) is about Kara and Dupree. Their love for each other. Their personal wants. The push/pull effect Dupree puts in their relationship because he wants to do the right thing for Kara, yet he's not sure if he is the right guy for her.

Third - (I think these two are going to be the lead characters in Book 3 in this series) is about Gia and Luke. Gia was kidnapped by Ben, and about how everyone can find her or if she escapes on her own. Luke and Gia had a relationship going before she was kidnapped but after Gia was gone, Luke finds out that their relationship was more serious than either of them originally planned.

All together, it is a very interesting novel that has great potential as an addicting series!! I recommend this story for those who are interested in novels like J. R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood Series, because even though their plots are very different they have the same feel of writing behind them. =0)

Book Teaser(s) :

Teaser #1

“She was out alone?”
“Near as we can tell.” Dupree sighed. It didn’t make more sense now than it did then.
“Was that unusual?”
Dupree snorted. “You let your woman run around alone? Neither did Ben.”
“I don’t get away with telling my wife what to do anymore than you do.”
“I’m not married,” Dupree pointed out. Beside him Kara got very quiet.
Gray grinned. “Yet?”
“Like I told Winter. My business. Not yours.” He wasn’t discussing his personal life with Gray. He didn’t trust the Grand Master and he wasn’t about to say or do anything to put Kara in more danger. Or make her angrier with him than she already was. ~ within Chapter 17

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Loribelle, then please check out her website.

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"Kiss of Twilight" [Dark Bonds Series, Book 2] by Loribelle Hunt

Book Teaser:

“You should be running like hell from me,” he muttered.
When she was finally making progress? No way. “And leave the other half of my soul?”
He stared at her like she’d lost her mind, a combination of astonishment and disbelief. Like he just couldn’t believe she’d laid it all out on the line. Well, why shouldn’t she? He knew she wanted him. She knew he wanted her. ~ within Chapter 1

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Guest Post :: 3rd Annual Pearl Girls™ 12 Pearls of Christmas by Rachel Hauck

Welcome to the 12 Pearls of Christmas!
Enjoy these Christmas "Pearls of Wisdom" from some of today's most beloved writer's (Tricia Goyer, Suzanne Woods Fisher, Shellie Rushing Tomlinson, Sibella Giorello and more)! Please follow the series through Christmas day as each contributor shares heartfelt stories of how God has touched a life during this most wonderful time of the year.

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"Jesus -- The Reason For the Season" by Rachel Hauck

Through the narrow scope of 2000 years, Mary, the mother of Jesus, appears to be one lucky woman. Chosen by God to give birth to His son, the Savior of the world? All right, Mary, way to go.

“Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you,” Gabriel said.

How many of us would like a declaration like that? Highly favored. The Lord is with you. But Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be.

The angel told her, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. Mary’s seems confident and resolved when she responds, “I am the Lord’s servant. May your word to me be fulfilled.”

She’d just been told the Holy Spirit will come upon her, that God’s power will overshadow her, that she’d become with child even though she wasn’t married, and she said, “I’m the Lord’s servant. Let your words be true.”

I find this amazing! A young woman. Ancient Bethlehem. Unwed mother. They stoned women for such things in her day. But Mary believed in God. And submitted to His will. He gave her the Holy Spirit – the same Holy Spirit given to us. If He gave her confidence, He will give us confidence. Even though, like Mary, our situation seems impossible.

Listen to Mary’s song later on in the first chapter of Luke.

“My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me Holy is his name…”

Conceiving a child out of wedlock, by Divine intervention. Not a girl’s every day existence. Yet she had a Yes in her heart to God. She rejoiced. She boldly said, “Generations will remember me!”

How we struggle to trust God with our children. Our finances. Our emotional well-being. We worry. We fret. And wonder why we have no peace.

Christmas is the season where words like joy, peace and love are bantered around like Christmas candy. Let’s not take them as just words, but as truth. Let’s be like Mary and embrace God’s favor on our lives. Boldly declare "He’s done great things for me!”

Out of the grit of our own souls, we can reach His heart, and feel Him reaching for ours. No matter the pain of our past, present or future, God is there for us. He is able. Best of all, He is willing. “My soul glorifies the Lord this Christmas!”

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Rachel Hauck is an award winning, best selling author who believes God has done great things for her. She lives in Central Florida with her husband and ornery pets. Her next release is "Love Lifted Me" with multi-platinum country artist Sara Evans, January 2012. Then in April, look for "The Wedding Dress." www.rachelhauck.com.

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Disappointmentville: Mystique Antiques Series, Novella 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 167 KB | Release Date: November 23, 2011 | Publisher: Tholden Press | Obtained: Amazon.com

"A Love Soul Deep" [Mystique Antiques Series, Novella 1] by Amber Scott

My Book Summary : Sara has been trying to move on from Crew, her boyfriend who has passed away quite a few years ago, for some time. However, since he invades her dreams every so often, which just makes her miss him even more, it's really hard for her to do so. Therefore, when she comes across a locket that has a picture of him inside of it, and then her dreams of him start to feel even more real, Sara starts to think that her love just might be able to bring him back ....

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars, this novella is clever, sweet, and very intense. I really liked the fantasy aspect of it, especially how just by wishing and her love Crew came back for short periods of time.

The only reason I didn't give this a better rating was because I wasn't happy with the way it ended and the plot itself got slow or annoying at times making me want to stop reading. However, like I said, I am glad I finished reading it since it was an interesting read.

I recommend this to anyone who likes a good fantasy read.

My Previous Review(s) for these Author : Fierce Dawn | Soul Search

Book Teaser(s) :

I got pegged as a tomboy, or worse, as just one of the guys.
Crew saw me as sultry. Deep. Enigmatic.
Stop! I had to stop allowing him to creep into my thoughts like some addict plotting how to get a fix. Crew was gone.
I was still alive and kicking. ~ within Chapter 4

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Amber, then please check out her Amazon Page.

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Made the Grade: The Sabbatini Brothers Series, Book 2

Format: Paperback | Pages: 185 | Release Date: June 2011 | Publisher: Harlequin | Obtained: Friends of the Pasquotank-Camden Library - Fall Book Sale

"One Last Night" [The Sabbatini Brothers Series, Book 2] by Melanie Milburne

My Book Summary : When Maya and Giorgio got married they did so not for love, at least Giorgio didn't love Maya at that time, but because of his responsibility to his family and to produce an heir. Now five years later and after a couple of miscarriages, Maya is trying to divorce Giorgio as it seems that after all these years and no children between them they have grown further apart instead of closer together. Nevertheless, Giorgio is making it harder than ever to get a divorce, then after six months apart they indulge in one hot night together that produces a big surprise. However, the only way Maya will agree to getting back together is by having Giorgio's heart, yet will Giorgio be willing to give his heart away to anyone??

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars! This book deals with what it takes to hold a family together while dealing with plenty of tragedies going on around them. It's a very sweet book. I enjoyed Maya's newfound independence, in addition to how Giorgio and Maya build back their relationship.

On a personal note, I liked this book more because I could relate to the uncertainty of being pregnant and not sure if it would last, but still hanging on to the hope of it. The way Maya's struggle was written made this book more humbling and relatable to me.

I recommend it to anyone who likes to read quick, sweet, and spicy romance books!

Book Teaser(s) :

It was just a spare bedroom, a rather beautifully appointed one with Parisian-style furniture.
'It's very...nice,' she said as the silence swirled around her. She turned and faced him, pasting a smile on her face that made her muscles ache. 'You've done a good job. No one would ever think it was once a...' she forced the word out '...a nursery.'
Giorgio reached for her and she stumbled forwards into his arms, burying her face against his chest. ~ within Chapter 8

For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Melanie, then please check out her Amazon Page.

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