Teaser Tuesdays: Time Out

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"Time Out" by Jill Shalvis

Book Teaser:

"I promised," Rick said. "And I'll deliver."
"Great," Rainey said. "But when---"
But nothing. He'd given Lena a quick, soft smile and was already gone, back inside the building to wield his power there.
"I hate it when he does that," Rainey grumbled. ~ within Chapter 1

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Kissing Santa Claus

Idolizing In: A Familiar Face by Marie Harte

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 184 KB | Release Date: August 2011 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"A Familiar Face" by Marie Harte

My Book Summary : Things have not been going well for Mallory, a witch, who doesn't have much money so she can't afford a decent familiar and is close to losing her apartment. This is why she has no problem taking up an extra shift at The Python Palace where she’s a part-time waitress when her boss, Rattler, asks her too. However, once the shift is over all she wants to do is get off of her feet and fall asleep, so Rattler tells her to go up to The Lounge, a special area that not many are allowed into, to get some rest. After complying and waking up from her nap, Mallory finds herself in a completely different world and within the midst of a war. In addition, her captor just happens to resemble Rattler enough to be his twin and lights a passion within her that she has never felt before. Nevertheless, even as she helps out these people around her (some wanting that help and some not), does she really want to give up everything from where she came from or should she go home??

My Book Review : 5 out of 5 stars!! WOW!! This novel exceeded my expectations and then some! It's a sexually driven, fast-paced, match made from heaven or a little club known as The Python Palace, novel that enthralled me into wishing there was more to read about!!

About the Characters:
• Mallory: Sarcastic, funny, sweet, and very playful. A witch who knows how to fight like the best of them. One who might not be much in her own world but means quite a bit in Core's world.

• Core: Clever. A strong leader. A wonderful fighter. Very protective of Mallory.

• Rattler: Mysterious. Bossy. A god??

I can't say enough about this book! I had great delight in reading about Core's abilities--from his true self to his sexual ability. Plus, the banter between Mallory and Core is entertaining just by itself! Then you throw in the mysteriousness about Core's world, how Mallory can help out in the war, and everything that has to do with Rattler, making it very hard for me to put this book down.

I recommend it to anyone who enjoys sexually focused (sort of), adventurous (definitely), paranormal (to the extreme) novels!!

My Previous Review(s) for this Author : In Plain Sight

Book Teaser(s) :

"This cannot be happening. Frank the rat, MacNafee, a double shift.... And to cap it off with the best sex of my life with Rattler's twin? No way."
"His twin?" Core couldn't help but preening at the off-hand compliment. "Best sex of your life?"
"Look, I'm in crisis here," she barked.
He grinned. ~ within Chapter 3

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

Blog Tour Interview & Review - Made the Grade: Love Beyond Loyalty by Rebecca Royce -- Plus Giveaway

Today I'm turning my blog over to Rebecca Royce, who I interviewed about her latest novel "Love Beyond Loyalty," which is the 3rd book in her Outsiders Series!!

ALSO -- Be sure to comment on this post to be able to sign up for this tour's GIVEAWAY (listed below)!! [Book Tour will run from February 6 - March 2, 2012]

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My Q&A with Rebecca Royce :

Jess : What would your ideal career be, if you couldn't be an author?

Rebecca : I might like to be a teacher. I loved English in High School and college. I might like to teach it.

Jess : What sparked the idea for your most recent novel, "Love Beyond Loyalty?"

Rebecca : Well, the whole series has been with me for a long time. Brewing in my brain, if you will. So, its just the next section of a series that I see more as one long cohesive story.

Jess : Which of your characters would you most/least to invite to dinner, from which book and why?

Rebecca : Well, Sebastian, the demon would be my least likely to invite. He’s scary, even to me and he travels through all of the books in the Outsider series.

Jess : If you had to describe Gabriel & Loraine (from "Love Beyond Loyalty") in one word, what would it be?

Rebecca : Misunderstood.

Jess : Which usually comes first for you, the character(s) story or the idea for the novel?

Rebecca : The idea for the novel and then the characters introduce themselves to me.

Jess : What is your latest published book? And if you could write it all over again, would you change anything about it?

Rebecca : "Love Beyond Loyalty" is the third book in my Outsider series. I don’t think I would change anything. I’m really excited about it.

Jess : How many books have you written? Which is your favorite and why?

Rebecca : 29 books. I’m not sure which one is my favorite. Its like choosing between my kids. I just can’t.

Jess : Did you do anything fun and/or get anything good for Valentine’s Day this year?

Rebecca : I hope so. It’s not quite Valentines as I am writing this. I hope the husband did something good!

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About the Author :

As a teenager, Rebecca Royce would hide in her room to read her favorite romance novels when she was supposed to be doing her homework. She hopes, these days, that her parents think it was well worth it.

Rebecca is the mother of three adorable boys and is fortunate to be married to her best friend. They live in northern New Jersey and try not to freeze too badly during the winter months.

She's in love with science fiction, fantasy, and the paranormal and tries to use all of these elements in her writing. She's been told she's a little bloodthirsty so she hopes that when you read her work you'll enjoy the action packed ride that always ends in romance. Rebecca loves to write series because she loves to see characters develop over time and it always makes her happy to see her favorite characters make guest appearances in other books.

In Rebecca Royce's world anything is possible, anything can happen, and you should suspect that it will.

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- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 669 KB | Expected Release Date: January 13, 2012 | Publisher: Silver Publishing | Obtained: Goddess Fish Promotions

"Love Beyond Loyalty" [The Outsiders Series, Book 3] by Rebecca Royce

My Book Summary : All his life Gabriel has been fending for himself and trying to keep Alexa (a girl/woman who has special powers like him) safe from either the foster care system or just trying to survive on their own. Because of the way he grew up, he already knows that even if he may not be smart, he is definitely street smart. However, now he has come to a point in his life where he's ready to settle down. The problem is things don't seem to be that easy for him. Especially when he has a group called "the Outsiders" (a group of people who have supernatural powers who have plans to find everyone like them and defeat a demon who is on the earth) who want him to join their cause and while Alexa believes that he has turned to evil while the opposite could really be said. This is when it all comes to blows for him but in doing so, it brings Loraine into his life.

Loraine is a woman who can speak to animals. When she and Gabriel first meet is when she saves his life the first time. Soon afterwards Gabriel and Loraine start facing their destinies and Gabriel must decide if Loraine is worth more than staying loyal to Alexa and what she believe in. Will he be able to choose before it's too late?

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars, this striking, creative, and adventurous novel is a thing to behold and made me fall in love with this series!! It is action-packed! In addition, to having so many plots that the stories in this series seem to be never-ending which was very intriguing!

I know you can't love all the characters in a story (all the time) but the way Alexa handles the situations and the decisions she makes, really ruined the story for me. Nevertheless, I LOVED Gabriel and Loraine!! Their relationship is just soo sweet and I just couldn't get enough of them!! So, even though they aren't the main characters in the next book I hope to read more about them in it!! =0) Also, I am really curious as to what will happen with Christophe & Ruby since they sound like an interesting couple too.

I recommend this to anyone who enjoys good vs. evil type of plots. Or just anyone who likes paranormal romance novels!!

Author Book Trailer :

Book Teaser(s) :

Leonardo moved forward until he stood next to Gabriel. "So what you're saying is that Alexa---that's her name, right?---is so far gone she's not just believing the demon; she's helping him?"
Loraine swallowed hard. She wondered if anyone else in the room had caught what she just caught. There was a certain gleam in Leonardo's eyes. A heated glance that was different from the indifference or sometimes hostile glances he'd held since entering the room. He was very interested in finding out more about that woman. ~ within Chapter 8

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

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Book Excerpt :

She turned on her heel, and Gabriel‘s heart sped up. He walked forward and grabbed her arm, which was tricky to do because he needed to hold up his blanket to prevent from being arrested for public indecency.

“You‘re leaving?” God, he wanted to shout, 'don‘t leave.'

Nodding, she gave him that forced smile again, and he wanted to wipe it off her face. “I am. I brought you to Alexa. It‘s time for me to go on my way. You‘ve told me a lot of stuff I have to digest. Good luck.” She looked at Alexa and he wished that one of his powers was mind reading because he had no clue what was going on inside of hers. “To both of you. It was nice meeting you.”

Pulling her arm free of his grip he thought for a second he felt her shake. Was she okay?

“Loraine, wait a second...”

He wouldn‘t have believed she could move that fast. One second she was there and the next she, while still walking, sprinted out of the building.

“Loraine,” he yelled but she didn‘t turn around and soon the crowd in the room blocked his view.

Why was she leaving? Like a light turning on, realization struck him. She had used the phrase your Alexa. What did she think his relationship with his oldest friend was?

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Giveaway!! :

• A $50 Amazon Gift Card to one randomly drawn commenter during the tour

To Enter : Please leave a comment on this post, with a valid email address included at the end of it.

Soo .... COMMENT, COMMENT, COMMENT on this post!! And you could WIN!! =0)

ALSO -- Be sure to follow the tour around the other blog sites! Commenting on the other stops on the tour will also increase your chance of winning!

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Feasted On: The Secret She Can't Hide by India Grey

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 347 KB | Release Date: June 2011 | Publisher: Harlequin | Obtained: Amazon.com

"The Secret She Can't Hide" by India Grey

My Book Summary : Four years ago, Kate spent the night with a sexy world-famous racing driver named Cristiano that changed both of their lives for good. However, during the following day at Cristiano's race he gets into a car accident that sends him into the hospital and has them loose touch ....

Now four years later Cristiano is making media waves about coming back to the racing world. Because of that, Kate's friends believe now is the perfect time for her find out what happened between them and to inform Cristiano that they have a child together. Sad to say seeing each other again just isn't the same as it used to be. Cristiano has become a harder tougher person, then the person he used to be with her. But when old sparks show up between them will that be enough to start bringing their lives back together? Let alone what will happen once Cristiano hears about his 4-year-old son...

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars!! This fast-paced, drama-filled, roller coaster of a novel was one I didn't want to put down!! I loved how this story flows from the scenes surrounding Cristiano's crash to Kate and Cristiano's reunion to how they try to work it all out in the end it was just great. Kate is a bundle of nerves that life just keeps proving to her that she should worry about the things she does. Cristiano believes that he needs to prove himself to everyone no matter the cost. Somehow, they just seem to work together.

I recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys reading stories about racecar drivers and/or anyone who just enjoys romance novels!

Book Teaser(s) :

'Well?'
His heavy-lidded eyes were mocking, but she found the laughter that had been bubbling up inside her had vanished and she couldn't joke about it any more.
'It was...special.' She stared down into her mug. Her voice sounded husky with the emotions she was trying to hold back. 'It was good. Not just the s-sex bit, but all of it.' ~ within Chapter 5

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

Made the Grade: The Girlfriend’s Guide to Boys Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Kindle Edition - File Size: 245 KB | Expected Release Date: October 31, 2011 | Publisher: TKA Distribution/Self-Published | Obtained: NetGalley

"Putting Boys On The Ledge" [The Girlfriend’s Guide to Boys Series, Book 1] by Stephanie Rowe (aka Stephie Davis)

My Book Summary : Four friends, starting their freshman year of high school, learn what it means to attract the guys they like. The most recent thing they learned, from one of the friend's older sisters, was to put the guys one The Ledge, so that the guy would be one wanting more out of the relationship but not getting it, instead of them.

Blueberry (Blue) is one of the friends, who doesn't believe in the advantages of The Ledge until she finds a guy, while at the high school musical additions, that she would love to date. And even though Blue thinks she could never gain his attention, suddenly she has it and not sure how to keep it. Especially since, she's never had a boyfriend before. Therefore, her friends ask Colin, a senior who works for Blue's parents doing her chores while she's in the musical, to help her out and he offers his services to help her get the guy. But he's just helping out to be a friend, right?

Soon Blue is about to learn what it means to really have a crush on a guy and what it means to want to put a guy on The Ledge.

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars, this is a sweet and endearing novel about a girl coming into her own. It is a good novel and series for young teen girls. Very empowering. The characters were fairly realistic and very entertaining. Blue and her friends are a close group of girls who, at first, you might not expect them to have anything in common, but for some reason their friendship works. Colin was a great character too. I enjoyed watching how his playful side came out with Blue.

I recommend this story and series to anyone who is a fan of Young Adult novels!!

Book Teaser(s) :

"It wasn't that he hadn't noticed Blue at the auditions. It was just that he didn't recognize her because she looked different, older, and there were so many distractions she didn't have time to woo him."
"Woo him? How do you woo?" I didn't know I was supposed to woo. I'd been focusing on trying to have an intelligible phrase come out of my mouth.
"Yes, what's wooing?" Natalie asked. ~ within Chapter 4

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