Sunday, September 1, 2013

Feasted On: Ever After Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 188 KB | Release Date: October 5, 2009 | Publisher: Four Isles Press | Obtained: Amazon.com

"A Happily Ever After of Her Own" [Ever After Series, Book 1] by Nadia Lee (aka Angelle Trieste)

My Book Summary : For as long as Melinda has known she's been able to flit in and out of fairy tales, whenever her imagination gets the best of her. However, this is the first time that she's made it into a fairy tale, this time "Beauty and the Beast," and has been caught by the character's themselves, let alone been charged and accused of vandalism/thievery/possible murder--none of which she actually did--because of Beauty going missing. Now Melinda, with the help of the Beast (Edward), needs to rescue Beauty from the Evil Witch within the next three days or everything in her life will be changed ... forever!

My Book Review : 4.5 out of 5 stars!! This sweetly, romantic, lighthearted novella is one that will keep you entertained while you find out another side to the Beast! I really liked the enchantingly humorous banter that Melinda and Edward partake in, as it made me like them even more. Together they seemed to fit each other perfectly, especially after what Edward informs Melinda about his relationship with Beauty.

However, my favorite character was the Evil Witch, she was just so blunt in how she feels about everything that I couldn't help but enjoy her scenes. =0)

My only wish is that this novella had an epilogue so I could find out what happened after Melinda found her happily ever after.

I recommend this novella and series to anyone who enjoys new takes on fairy tale classics!

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Author's Novel Extras : A Happily Ever After of Her Own - Overview, Excerpt, & Extras | Contacting Designers and Getting Quotes | A HAPPILY EVER AFTER OF HER OWN to Be a Free Serial Soon! | Serial Experiment | Evolution of a Serial I: The Decision to Make It Free | Exciting Read to Come: Free Novella! | Evolution of a Serial II: The Cover Art I | Evolution of a Serial III: The Cover Art II | Free Read: A HAPPILY EVER AFTER OF HER OWN Chapter 1 | Free Read: A HAPPILY EVER AFTER OF HER OWN Chapter 2 | Public Service Announcement | A Buckeye Girl Reads Loves A HAPPILY EVER AFTER OF HER OWN | Interview: Nadia Lee, author of A Happily Ever After of Her Own | Lovely June | How to Format Your Manuscript for Kindle | Interview by Kait Nolan | Review: A Happily Ever After of Her Own | A Happily Ever After of Her Own and Carnal Secrets - Now There Are eBooklets! | Review: A Happily Ever After of Her Own | Two Reviews | Interview and Contest with Nadia Lee | A HAPPILY EVER AFTER OF HER OWN (Ever After 1) Cracks Three Genre Lists on Amazon | First Book in Nadia's Ever After Series: FREE!

Author's Series Extras : Ever After Series - Overview | One Kiss - Overview, Excerpt, & Extras | Cover Reveal: One Kiss | New Release and Special Sale: One Kiss | One Kiss Hit Amazon's Kindle 100 Anthologies List!

Book Teaser(s) :
“This is very real, and I’m not going anywhere until you help me find Beauty and my dear aunt.”
“Your aunt?”
“Didn’t you know? The Evil Witch is my aunt.”
“No wonder you’re so charming.”
Edward made a face. “Good Lord no. Don’t confuse me with Charming.”
“Huh?”
“He’s my annoying twin.”
A mild headache began knocking inside Melinda’s temples. “Identical?”
“Technically. But of course I’m the more handsome.” It was just her luck. All the good-looking men she met were either married, gay or in touch with their inner Narcissus. She wanted to bang her head into her pillows—never against the wall because it would hurt too much. “What a huge mistake.”
“Indeed. You should’ve stayed in your world, so my aunt couldn’t have escaped. Your inconsiderate and foolhardy actions have caused all of us many problems.”
“Not that.” She glared at him. “I should never have complained about your looks. Then you would’ve stayed a Beast.” ~ within the chapter titled 'II. In Which Our Heroine Gets an Unwelcome Companion'
Edward said, “I knew she would steal it.”
“Sorry.”
“Now, children. I didn’t steal it. I just took it.”
That had to be some kind of family motto. ~ within the chapter titled 'VIII. In Which the Beast Is Doubly Cursed'
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Nadia, then please check out her website.

Saturday, August 31, 2013

Made the Grade: Tiger Nip Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 329 KB | Release Date: May 31, 2013 | Publisher: BW Books | Obtained: Amazon.com

"Craving More" [Tiger Nip Series, Book 1] by Brandy Walker

My Book Summary : Jett has recently become enamored with the cupcakes that have been showing up at his office, especially after he realizes that the baker happens to be his college roommate's twin sister, Corrine. Determined to find out where this attraction could lead to, Jett pursues Corrine a bit relentlessly. However, quickly into their courtship they have to deal with a protective brother, a psycho ex-girlfriend, and a best friend who is dealing with her own set of issues. Will everything else come between them for good or will they find a way to overcome everything and be together forever?

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars. This novella is more suspenseful then I expected, from the way you can never guess what Jett and Corrine will decide about their love lives next to trying to understand all of the other secondary plots that come along, it'll definitely keep you on your toes.

Even though I liked Corrine and Jett as a match up, I really didn't like how wishy-washy they were about their own feelings when it came to each other. I especially didn't enjoy how it took them until the very end of the book to officially claim each other. Basically, I'm saying I was very disappointed in them as characters.

Nevertheless, the reason I didn't give this novella a lower rating because of Jett and Corrine was because I really liked the potential I saw in this book when it came to the secondary storylines and how they build you up for what seems to be a entertaining book 2!

Therefore, I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys paranormal erotic romances!

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Author's Novel Extras : Craving More - Overview & Excerpt | It’s April already! | Cover Reveal: CRAVING MORE | Its the middle of June!?!?!? | Craving More for FREE | Birthday Giveaway

Author's Series Extras : Pinterest: Tiger Nip Series | Tiger Nip Series - Overview | Claiming More - Overview & Excerpt | Finding More - Overview & Excerpt | Happy Birthday to me!

Book Teaser(s) :
Flopping on the bed she snatched up her phone and speed dialed MJ, who picked up on the first ring.
“Please tell me you need me home right this minute . That there’s some emergency you can’t handle on your own,” MJ rushed out.
“Hey, to you too. I take it things aren’t going well there.” Corrine couldn’t help the light chuckle that came out. Just hearing her friend’s voice relaxed her more than she knew she needed.
“Oh my god, it’s even worse than I thought and no one is listening to me at all. They think I’m acting childish and should be grateful they’re doing this for me.” MJ released a sound of disgust. “I’m to the point I’m about to tell them I’m a lesbian and you’re my lover.”
Corrine couldn’t help, but fall into a fit of laughter. It wouldn’t be the first time someone thought that about them.
“Stop laughing, Rini. This is horrible. Plus, you would be lucky to have me as your undercover lover.”
They both giggled and some of the tension Corrine felt coming over the line, died away. ~ within Chapter 6
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Brandy, then please check out her website.

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Made the Grade: The Halfling's Lust by Tanilen

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 167 KB | Release Date: October 5, 2012 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Smashwords

"The Halfling's Lust" by Tanilen

Author's Book Description : The halfling Seraphina is a ranger in the Tesseraen Imperial Army and is expecting to get a big promotion when she discovers an enemy kingdoms secret military base hidden in the Empire's borderlands.

But while scouting the enemy camp, the halfling gets a big dose of a perverted general's lust inducing dreamsmoke. Can she make it safely back to her own commanders when the only thing she can think about is the burning desire between her legs.

When she encounters a malicious rival, the half-orc Bozeh, Sera hopes she can convince him to give her what she needs, but standing nearly three times her size, he may kill her in the process...

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars. This is one passionate erotica that keeps you intrigued with its suspenseful plot and humorous exploits. Plus, Bozeh and Sera were cute together, especially when it came to their mismatched ways.

I recommend it only to those who are looking for a quick erotica to read.

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Author's Novel Extras : New cover finished | It’s Finally Up! | Thank you | Six Months Later...and then some | Works in Progress.

Book Teaser(s) :
"What's wrong, Seraphina? Did you take chill from riding wet at night?"
"Um, no I…" the halfling stuttered, and wondered what to do. What her companion mistook for fever was her entire body flushed from sexual arousal and she was actually trembling from need. "I...oh, hell--Bozeh, there was a censer burning in the commander's tent and I got a big dose of dreamsmoke, and dammit everything they say about it is true!"
Bozeh raised a bristly eyebrow and looked at Seraphina in a new light, then started to laugh.
"Dammit, Bozeh, it’s not funny," howled the halfling in protest.
"Then tell me, little one, what do you want me to do? I could give you what you want, but I'm not sure you would survive." Bozeh was nearly three times Seraphina's size, and she had no trouble deciphering what he meant. ~ within the novel as there isn't any chapters
For more information on this book and/or any other books by Tanilen, then please check out her website.

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Made the Grade: Temple of Luna Series, Book 1

Format: Kindle Edition | File Size: 199 KB | Release Date: April 3, 2013 | Publisher: Self-Published | Obtained: Amazon.com

"Savage Possession" [Temple of Luna Series, Book 1] by Moira Rogers (aka Bree & Donna)

My Book Summary : Ever since she was a young girl, Avani has been infatuated with Rais, the royal heir of their people. Now that she's a woman she finds that her infatuation has yet to lessen, instead it seems to have grown even hotter. However, will she be willing to submit for good to man who may not be willing to commit to her or fall in love with her in the end?

My Book Review : 3.5 out of 5 stars, this is a intense novella about a stubborn match up between a novice girl and a royal heir that could make them both go up in flames, one way or another.

Avani and Rais make a great match up! They suit each other so well; especially with the way, she soothes all of his hard edges. In addition, I really liked how they were able to work out a way so Rais could court Avani the way she wanted to be, it was sweet. This is one erotica that I would read again!

I recommend this novella to anyone who likes paranormal erotic romances!

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My Previous Review(s) for these Authors : Crossroads | Moonshine | Sabine | Demon Bait | Kamikaze | Tequila Sunrise

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Teaser Tuesdays: Demon Bait | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2012

Authors' Series Extras : Wacky Backlist Contest of Doom | Happy Birthday Donna! Ebooks all around!

Book Teaser(s) :
"Lift your hips," she whispered, stroking a hand over the strong line of his back. "You'll be more comfortable without these."
Rais murmured a protest and reached for her. "Too much trouble. Come here."
She ignored him and tugged at the pants with both hands until he lifted just enough for her to ease them down his legs. They hit the floor a moment later, and Avani found just enough energy to ease her open gown from her arms. She let it slip from the bed before crawling back up to settle in his arms. "In case you didn't notice, the years have not made me less stubborn."
The corner of his mouth ticked up. "You don't say."
"Mm-hmm." She pressed her fingers to his chest, exploring the skin stretched taut over solid muscle with a sleepy curiosity. "Promise me that you'll let me touch you before you leave. The chains are very arousing, but you're so beautiful."
"Touching me now," he murmured, then rolled to bring her on top of him. He snagged the top edge of the turned-back sheet and pulled it over them.
"Yes, but I want you awake to enjoy it." Avani turned to rest her cheek against his chest and listened to his heartbeat slow. With the first desperate need sated he'd sleep, probably the first deep sleep he'd had in months.
And when he woke up... ~ within Chapter 1
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Moira (aka Bree & Donna), then please check out their website.

Saturday, August 24, 2013

Feasted On: The Execution Underground Series, Book 1

- This is an ARC book - Available Formats through Amazon.com: Paperback - Pages: 384; Kindle Edition - File Size: 417 KB | Expected Release Date: August 27, 2013 | Publisher: HQN Books | Obtained: NetGalley

"Twilight Hunter" [The Execution Underground Series, Book 1] by Kait Ballenger

Author's Book Description : Hunters of the supernatural, the Execution Underground are an elite group tasked with protecting humanity...but what happens when danger collides with desire?

Jace McCannon has one loyalty: the Execution Underground. Despite his mixed blood, his hatred for the werewolves he hunts is legendary. But in his search for a sadistic killer, Jace finds himself face-to-face with a stunningly seductive packmaster...and longing for a night with his mortal enemy.

Nothing can stop Frankie Amato from defending her kind-or catching the rogue responsible for killing women in her territory. For that, this alpha female needs Jace’s skills more than she wants to admit. But as their investigation exposes evil truths, need burns into a passion that dare not be fulfilled. For to do so will have deadly consequences for them both...

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Not what I expected, but well worth the read. This novel brings you into the middle of a crime scene and throws you into an unwanted love affair between two people who seem destined for each other if they can only get over the little fact that they are enemies. Action packed, in more ways then one, "Twilight Hunter" reels you in and doesn't let you go. In addition, with it's intriguing mix of characters it'll be interesting to see where the author will take this series next!

I recommend this novel and series to anyone who enjoys paranormal/fantasy romances!

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Author's Novel Extras : Twilight Hunter - Overview | "THE CALL" Blog Hop: Part 1 | "THE CALL" Blog Hop: Part 2 | ARCs of Twilight Hunter Arrived! | RT Review of Twilight Hunter! | They’re here! They’re here!

Author's Series Extras : The Execution Underground Series - Overview | Shadow Hunter - Overview | Explore the E.U. World | Meet the Rochester Division | Shadow Hunter Blog Tour | Twilight Hunter Blog Tour | "THE CALL" Blog Hop: Part 3 | COVER REVEAL: After Dark ft. Shadow Hunter | After Dark Release Day! | Cover Reveal: Immortal Hunter

Book Teaser(s) :
Think, Frankie. Think.
Trying every handle and unlock button---no easy feat while handcuffed---hadn't yielded any luck, either. The hunter hadn't lied---there was no way in hell she could get out of this gas-guzzler unless he allowed it.
She kicked the window out of sheer annoyance. Though it had proved impossible to break earlier, she had to keep trying. Her foot slammed into the glass. The release of tension calmed her, and she side-kicked harder, finally leaving a solid crack, but the window refused to shatter. It had to be bulletproof.
Tomorrow. She would escape tomorrow. When the mating call had passed and she was back to her full power, she would take the bastard down. She would be in top shape. Already the knife wound and her scrapes had healed, despite the weakness associated with her mating cycle. But until then, she was stuck. Damn.
"Stupid. Handsome. Kidnapping. Psycho," she grumbled, timing a word with each blow. Cracks splintered across the glass, but it still refused to break.
"What the hell are you doing to my car?" ~ within Chapter 3
For more information on this book, series, and/or any other books by Kait, then please check out her website.
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