Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Feasted On: Fang Chronicles Series, Book 6

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 207; Kindle Edition - File Size: 3476 KB | Expected Release Date: September 30, 2014 | Publisher: Bad Luck Publishing / Self-Published | Obtained: NetGalley

"Ivan" [Fang Chronicles Series, Book 6] by D’Elen McClain (aka Holly S. Roberts & Suzie Ivy)

Author's Book Description : The loss of Ivan’s mate, Alba, left him broken and turned his inner beast inside out. With the war between the wolves and enemy cats, who killed his mate, all but over his anger has no focus. His new clan consists of two vampires, three cats, and his lone wolf.

Talya ran from her clan after losing a challenge against her friend for the love of Dmitri, the vampire leader of the bear clan. She’s young and impulsive with the weight of her shameful past on her shoulders. Can two humans help her mature into the alpha female she’s destined to be? Or will she endanger them both to the point of no return?

Ivan needs a mate worthy of taking on his angry beast and Talya needs a mate strong enough to tame her erratic impulses. Can sworn enemies overcome their pasts and fight for a chance at eternal love?

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Two lost souls find themselves mated to each other...

Wow! Not what I expected, with its humor, moving plot lines, and feisty characters I could not get enough of this novel. Ivan and Talya are both struggling to get over the past heartaches and mistakes before they meet each other. Once they are together everything comes to a head and they are forced to decide if they're willing to fight fate or not for each other. I enjoyed reading about their pairing mostly because even though they originally have issues with one another they force themselves to make it work out---better for them and their pack. It was hard to deny that they were perfect for each other but it was fun watching them try!

If-and-when Rondy gets his own novel I'll be interested to see how he does.

In truth, the only thing that I wish was a bit smoother/more romantic was the ending. I say that even though I enjoyed how everything was wrapped up.

I recommend this novel to those who are fans of this series and/or if you like paranormal romances!

Purchase This Book and/or The Other Books From It's Series Here : Smashwords : Amy’s Story (Book I) | Alibris : Amy’s Story (Book I) | Smashwords : Emily’s Story (Book II) | Kobo : Emily’s Story (Book II) | Smashwords : Zenya’s Story (Book III) | Kobo : Zenya’s Story (Book III) | Alibris : Zenya’s Story (Book III) | Smashwords : Mandy’s Story (Book IV) | Kobo : Mandy’s Story (Book IV) | Alibris : Mandy’s Story (Book IV) | Kobo : of Fur & Fangs: A Paranormal Romance Boxed Set (6 Book Bundle) [it has Mandy’s Story (Book IV)] | Smashwords : Dmitri (Book V) | Kobo : Dmitri (Book V) | Alibris : Dmitri (Book V) | Smashwords : Ivan (Book VI) | Kobo : Ivan (Book VI) | Alibris : Ivan (Book VI)


My Previous Review(s) for this Author : Dragons Don't Cry

Author's Novel Extras : Dragons Don’t Cry Happy Dance | Ivan’s Story: Update | Exciting Fang News


Author's Series Extras : Fang Chronicles Series - Overview | World of Fang Chronicles | The Fang Chronicles Book I | Fang Chronicles: Chapter One | The Trouble with Fangs | Fang Chronicles Book I has published! | Fang Chronicle: Emily’s Story Book II | Killing Off Mom | It’s All About Fang II | *Breaking News* Zenya’s Story | I Swear I’m Writing | Fang Interview | Mandy’s Story Cover Reveal | Fang Update: Mandy’s Story | Dmitri Released Early!


Book Teaser(s) :
"We need to get out of here."
"Put the damn bandage on my leg and I'll drag the men back here."
He rolled his eye. "Just sit on it and I'll move them in here before someone sees and calls the cops."
I had no idea what he meant. What was I supposed to sit on? I watched him stumble past the man at the entrance to the alley and go to the guy in the street. He grunted and groaned, but managed to drag him into the alley. Using my one arm, I half lifted the other man and tossed him about ten feet.
"Fuck me."
I looked the boy up and down---skinny and way too young. "No, thank you. Bandage?" ~ within Chapter 1 - titled 'Talya'
"Did Cecily stay out of trouble after I left?"
Humor laced through his words, "Of course not. She wanted to see the vampire drink blood, but he drew the line and told her she should have better manners at her age."
"I bet that went over well."
Now he laughed softly. "Surprised the hell out of me because she apologized."
I was close to having a giggling fit. "She always does the unexpected." ~ within Chapter 25 - titled 'Talya'
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by D’Elen, then please check out her website.

Blog Tour - The Fairyland Murders by J. A. Kazimer | Spreading the Word & Gift Card Giveaway

Today I'm turning my blog over to J. A. Kazimer author of "The Fairyland Murders," which is first book in her Deadly After Ever Mystery Series.

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"The Fairyland Murders"
[Deadly After Ever Mystery Series, Book 1] by J. A. Kazimer

Author's Book Description :
    Blue Reynolds knows the darker side of New Never City--the side that's hopped-up on fairy dust and doesn't care if your house gets blown down. Rent's due and his PI business is all but make believe. But even Blue shudders at having to chase after Isabella Davis, a freckle-nosed redhead five feet tall on her tip-toes...if you don't count the pretty pink wings.

    Izzy is tough, and sneaky, and not too thrilled with the idea of being the new tooth fairy. The last six have been most gruesomely extracted. But Blue has a feeling that whoever is killing the tooth fairies is worse than your standard big bad psycho. The fairy council is hiding something. The Shadows are moving out into the light. And Blue is saddled with a shocking power that could take out half of New Never City...

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About the Author :

J. A. Kazimer is a writer living in Denver, CO. Books include "The Junkie Tales," "The Body Dwellers," "CURSES! A F***ed-Up Fairy Tale," "Holy Socks & Dirtier Demons," "Dope Sick: A Love Story," "SHANK," "Froggy Style," "The Assassin’s Heart" and "The Fairyland Murders: A Deadly Ever After Mystery." Forthcoming novels include, "The Assassin’s Kiss" & Book 2 in A Deadly Ever After Series.

When J. A. Kazimer isn't looking for the perfect place to hide the bodies, she spends her time surrounded by cats with attitude and a little puppy named 'Killer'. Other hobbies include murdering houseplants, kayaking, snowboarding, reading, and theater.

After years of slacking she received a master’s degree in forensic psychology in 2007. In addition to studying the criminal mind, she spent a few years spilling drinks on people as a bartender and then wasted another few years stalking people while working as a private investigator in the Denver area.

Cheaters, drunks, deadbeats and family hold a special place in her heart, as well as a few pages in her novels.




Book Excerpt :

Of all the fey PI firms, in all the kingdoms, in all the lands, these twin hairless fairies had to walk into mine.

Of course I knew why they were here.

“My rent’s not due for two days,” I said, propping my feet on top of my worn desk. It groaned under the weight. Not that another forty-eight hours would matter in the scheme of things. I’d still be a few hundred short of meeting my monthly office space rent.

The PI biz wasn’t what it used to be.

And it used to be pretty damn bad.

Hell, I only had one case in the last month and I’d yet to see a penny from it. Of course, I hadn’t quite solved it either. But I would. Blue Reynolds, PI, always gets the job done. Eventually.

"Blue,” Peyton, the taller of the two fairies, said as he hefted his tiny pants. They rose an inch, showing off a pair of green and white kids’ socks. “We ain’t here for the rent. We want you to do a job for us.”

I leaned back further in my chair. “Nope.”

Frowning, Peyton consulted with his twin brother, Clayton, in a hushed whisper. They argued for a second, finally nodding in apparent agreement before facing me again. In unison they shot me equally creepy and earnest smiles.

A lesser man might’ve found their pixie-shaped faces and wistful plea cute. Not me. I’d dealt with fairies too many times to fall for their adorable act. In general, fairies were winged devils; these two were in particular.

“Please,” they said. “For us?”

Again I shook my head. This time with greater emphasis, so much so that the bones in my neck popped. I tilted my head back and forth working out the kinks as the twins regrouped.

“Come on, Blue,” said Clayton, the shorter brother. Shorter was relative since neither he nor his twin stood more than two feet tall. “It’ll be a piece of cake.”

“You said that about the last job.” I kicked off my combat boot and wiggled four toes through the hole in my sock. “I still haven’t found my toe.”

Peyton winced, but Clayton, true to his demonic nature, giggled. “Guess he didn’t go running wee wee wee all the way home like we figured.”



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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Teaser Tuesday: Tempting the Governess


"Tempting the Governess" by Vivienne Westlake -- MY REVIEW

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