Billy Jolie guest post

Hey you guys, we're joined today by author Billy Jolie, I'm so excited for him to tell us a little bit about some of his characters from The Lust Garden!! Enjoy :)


Meet the Beautiful Misfits from Billy Jolie’s The Lust Garden…

Admittedly, I’m a pop culture junkie. I see midnight screenings of the Twilight films, I
have an electronic subscription to Entertainment Weekly on my iPad, I live-tweet awards
shows, and I read perezhilton.com like it’s the Bible. For me, writing my debut novel,
The Lust Garden, was like directing a really intense, campy movie. So, to kick-off the
blog tour, I felt my beloved cast of characters deserved a proper introduction.

Gianna Salvani – Click. Pose. Flash. She’s the star, an actress turned singer with blonde
hair and perfect lips. Hollywood’s latest “it girl.” On the surface, she seems to have it all,
but she’s trapped. Fame is her prison, and with the world watching her every move, she’s
still the loneliest girl I’ve ever met.

Blair Woodward – In Hollywood, every starlet has a lapdog. He’s Gianna’s everything:
assistant, publicist, pacifier and gay best friend. He’s the only person in Gianna’s inner
circle that she truly trusts, but in this town everyone has something to hide, even Blair.

Rachyl Salinger – She’s the definition of a hot mess. She’s Gianna’s archrival, a top
model spending her days strutting down catwalks and her nights partying to excess. She
lives on the edge. She’s one step away from rehab. But her penchant for nose candy isn’t
her biggest struggle. She wants what she can’t have – Gianna’s boyfriend.

Vance Bertelli – He’s tall, dark and beautiful. He’s the ultimate Hollywood playboy
who snagged Gianna, America’s Sweetheart. But when the cat is away, the mouse likes
to play. He’s anything but faithful, but he’s obsessed with Gianna. She’s his ticket to
superstardom. Without her, he’s just another guy in a chorus line.

Zakary Reese – He’s a producer from London with a charming accent tapped to work
his magic on Gianna’s debut album. When he finally meets her in the flesh, sparks fly.
He’s quickly swept away into the madness of her world, but can he handle the pressure of
living under a glass bubble?

Victoria Clarke – She’s an ambitious news reporter in the wrong line of business. She
chronicles the lives of the rich and famous for a trendy gossip rag, but what she desires
most is hard news. After an explosive interview with Gianna, she becomes hell-bent on
exposing her as a fraud, and gets more than she bargained for.

Pamela Sierens – She’s Gianna’s estranged, alcoholic mother. She’s a has-been who
hasn’t spoken to her famous daughter in years. She wants back in the limelight, and she’ll
do anything to get there, but like the others, she has a secret, one that could cost Gianna
her life.

Hope you guys enjoyed it!! Can't wait to read it:)

The Lust Garden

With her perfectly tousled blonde hair and pink, pouty lips, Gianna Salvani is the girl everyone loves to hate. She has it all - fame, fortuneand unrivaled beauty. But behind the seductive smile is an insecure girl who still grieves for the father she lost years ago. With a controversial new film in the can, and the release of her debut album looming, Gianna ispoised to take center stage. But when a shocking secret leaves her exposed, her fame will bring her face-to-face with a nightmare she never saw coming. Because lurking in the shadow of her spotlight is an obsessed killer with plans of his own for Gianna.

Ignited by his first conquest, Gianna's greatest admirer begins a brutal hunt to claim her as the ultimate trophy in a string of look-alike murders. Motivated by envy, he forces himself into her seemingly untainted world and threatens to ruin everything she's built by revealing a hidden tie that binds them. And if you knew his secret, you'd want to kill her too



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Billy Jolie graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Mass Communications. He lives in the Tampa Bay area.

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The Lust Garden

With her perfectly tousled blonde hair and pink, pouty lips, Gianna Salvani is the girl everyone loves to hate. She has it all - fame, fortuneand unrivaled beauty. But behind the seductive smile is an insecure girl who still grieves for the father she lost years ago. With a controversial new film in the can, and the release of her debut album looming, Gianna ispoised to take center stage. But when a shocking secret leaves her exposed, her fame will bring her face-to-face with a nightmare she never saw coming. Because lurking in the shadow of her spotlight is an obsessed killer with plans of his own for Gianna. Ignited by his first conquest, Gianna's greatest admirer begins a brutal hunt to claim her as the ultimate trophy in a string of look-alike murders. Motivated by envy, he forces himself into her seemingly untainted world and threatens to ruin everything she's built by revealing a hidden tie that binds them. And if you knew his secret, you'd want to kill her too   Kindle / Paperback Billy Jolie graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Mass Communications. He lives in the Tampa Bay area. Follow him on Facebook / Twitter / Blog / Goodreads   Follow the Tour Promotional Book Tours and Billy Jolie are giving away a $50 Amazon Gc and 5 autographed copies! a Rafflecopter giveaway Brought to you by http://Promotionalbooktours.com

Bride of Fae Release Party

A love more powerful than magic or time.

Beverly Bratton has a safe, mundane life. No drama. No magic. Since her parents died, she’s cared for her little sister Marion and worked at the Tragic Fall Inn. When a fairy’s charm sends Beverly a hundred years into the past–and into the path of a banished fairy prince–nothing will ever be mundane or safe again.

The regent of the Dumnos fae is turning the court from light to dark, and there's nothing the rightful king, Prince Dandelion, can do about it. The mystical coronation cup which he needs to become king has fallen into human hands. When he meets a human woman with access to the cup, everything changes. Beverly is fascinating as well as useful–but of course Dandelion doesn’t love her.

Love for a fairy is rare. Love with a human, impossible. But when Beverly and Dandelion are thrown together in a battle against both wyrd and fae, they learn that in Dumnos the impossible happens every day.


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Stephanie Nelson Anniversary post!

 

July 25^th marks one year since I published Craved – Book 1 in the Gwen Sparks Series. It’s been an amazing rollercoaster and has forever changed my life. I’ve met some fantastic people, learned a lot and most importantly, found something I want to do with the rest of my life—write.

The support of my readers, friends and family has been amazing to say the least. To show my appreciation, I’ve put together one heck of a giveaway. Because of you guys, Craved reached #1 on Amazon’s bestseller’s list and #5 on Barnes & Noble’s bestseller’s list. Thank you guys for making my first year of being publish something I’ll remember for the rest of my life. Check out what you could win below!

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Perses Effect

Blurb:

The world has been changed forever. Death and
mutation have swept across the planet leaving some
of the survivors altered into non-human races and
gaining powers that would take time to comprehend.
Always thinking ahead Evan Root invited family
and friends to live on his farm shortly before the
comet that started it all was destroyed.

As the remaining population rebuilds Evan Root and
his wife Jordan are producing bio-fuel to use and
trade. On a routine trip to the market murmurs of
disappearing town’s people span the crowd. While at the market Evan’s group is
ambushed and when he finally makes it back to the farm he finds out his wife has
been abducted. Evan feels her abduction has everything to do with her power.

Hoping it will lead him to his wife Evan and his companions must discover who or
what is behind the disappearances while defending themselves at every turn.

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Ronald E. Robinson Jr. served in the US Army and has
a criminal justice degree. He lives in Georgia with his
family.

Author Meghan Ciana Doidge has graciously offered up a guest post for us today! Hope you all enjoy it :)


What inspired Spirit Binder: Character names

The name of a character is always very important to me as a writer when I am building the world of a story. I envision a character based on their function, strengths/weaknesses, and physical attributes. Then I search for a name that represents that image. I usually make a short list, but some times a name just doesn’t sound right in my head, as if the character knows his/her name and I just have to figure it out. Here are some examples from my newly released novel, Spirit Binder:

The main character’s name, Theodora (aka Theo), is the feminine version of the name Theodore, which means, “gift of god” (Greek). It was also the name of a number of saints, and two popes. The spiritual connection of the name was what appealed to me as a storyteller. The nickname is also important, because Theo feels divided throughout the story, as if she is two different people.

Hugh’s name means, “heart, mind, spirit” (Germanic). This was everything I wanted Hugh to be, and everything I think he is underneath all the charm and secrets.

Ren (aka Renard) means, “brave, hardy” (Germanic) and “fox” (French). Ren is the ultimate version of “hardy”, but I don’t want to spoil the story by further elaborating. And, interestingly enough, the Elite Guard, under Dougal’s command, uses the flag of a fox.

Rhea, who is Theo’s mother, means, "to flow" or "ground". However, more importantly for the story, Rhea in Greek mythology was a Titan and mother of Zeus. This fits Spirit Binder, as Rhea believes that Theo is a godlike “manifestation of spirit”.

Dougal means “dark stranger” (Gaelic). And Theo’s uncle certainly is a stranger in more than one way, but perhaps more significantly his surname is Rudan, as is Rhea and Theo’s.

Rudan means “red-haired” (Irish). This familial line is exceedingly important in the world of Spirit Binder and in the hierarchy of Cascadia.

Hopefully, that provides a little insight when reading Spirit Binder.

Meghan
Author of After The Virus, Spirit Binder, and Time Walker (Fall 2012)
http://www.madebymeghan.ca

Theo woke severely injured, covered in blood, and missing ten years of her life.

Just to complicate matters further, Theo was born under a prophecy; one that has rabid followers with three different interpretations, all of whom are willing to sacrifice her in order to fulfill it.

Not knowing if she can trust the stranger she’s betrothed to, the warrior visiting her dreams, or even her own mother, Theo tries to piece together her past only to find that her present is far more dangerous.

It’s the power of her own blood that scares her most of all. This is a responsibility Theo never wanted, and a destiny she cannot deny, “All because of a prophecy she was trying not to believe in, but kept fulfilling.”

Michelle Cornwell-Jordan interview

Hey guys, author Michelle Cornwell-Jordan was nice enough to do an interview with me today!! Hope you enjoy it:)



1.Tell us about Dasheen, where did she come from?
In the story Dasheen is a 15 yeard old girl, who has lost both her parents and with her brother has been sent to a residential school in Texas...there she finds answers to who she really is and the new world where she plays an important part...

2.Do you have a favorite YA series?
Twilight series by Stephanie Meyers

3.If you didn’t write, what would you want to do with your life?
The only thing I have ever done was want to write...so that questiuon is almost impossible for me to answer...but if I had to...maybe become a professional radio DJ:)

4.Tell us something people would find surprising about you
That I host my own internet radio segment

5.What’s next for you?
(In a few years...I would like to begin my own publishing company...but that is something for the future:)....So for now... I plan to complete the Night School trilogy this November...then I will begin on the next set of characters that have been whispering in my mind:)...lol

Fifteen year old Dasheen Bellamy’s world is turned upside down, when she is accused of killing her father and godmother. Dasheen cannot remember the events of the night her world is destroyed, but she feels inside that she is innocent; due to lack of evidence against her and with no other family; Dasheen and her younger brother Jordan, are sent to the elusive and mysterious Ame’ Academy ; a residential school where all is not what it appears. There all goes well, until Jordan, begins to become distant and behave strangely as if he is afraid of something or someone. Jordan is transferred to Ame’ Academy’s Night School track, which is usually only open to special cases. In order to discover what is happening with her brother, Dasheen is finally allowed to also transfer, attending classes in the evening while the rest of the world sleeps. Soon Dasheen’s world changes again as she discovers that things out of fairytales and horror stories exist, that she has ancient powers and is the major player in a mystical prophecy; and then she falls in love with a boy, whose mission is to see that she is destroyed before her destiny is fulfilled


About the Author:

Michelle Cornwell-Jordan is a book lover, with YA paranormal adventures as her
favorite genre,although she can be a glutton for any young adult title. Michelle’s
other love is writing, Michelle has been writing about as long as she has been a
bibliophile! Losing herself in a fantasy world that she, or others have created is
how she loves spending her spare time...

One last thing about Michelle, she believes that she has her own secret powers:)

Next Night School Vampire Hunter (Bk#2) "Dark Angel" tentative release date
October 2012

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Rachel Wade Guest post

Author Rachel Wade was kind enough to stop by the blog today and give us a little insight into who Carter and Dean are. I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did.



Book Boyfriend Snapshots: Carter and Dean from Preservation

Stats:

Age: 25

City and State: Seattle, WA

A Cross Between: Patrick Dempsey, Bradley Cooper, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Love Interests: Kate Parker (the leading lady) and Crystal (one of Dean’s not-so groupie
types)

Description: Two class-clown musicians and partners in crime with a penchant for
geekdom. Hopelessly in love with Kate. Play in a band called The Hellions. Kate’s loyal
best friends and Pike Place Market grocery shopping partners. Goofy to the core. Hearts of
gold. Mischief in the flesh.

Quotes:

Dean – “Well, in the meantime, Carter and I have been discussing the matter of Ryan. Just
hear me out. You have options. I have an Italian uncle. He'll make sure Ryan is sleeping
with the fishes by next week. Either that, or we can go all Sweeney Todd on him.”

Dean – “Do you have any idea how many sharks are out there, just chillin’, waiting to get
their chompers on fine, unsuspecting tourists such as ourselves?”

Carter – “I’ll let you know if we win. You’ll know if we do. I’ll be the one streaking on Pike
Street.”

Carter – “You crazy-ass woman. A monkey is so much cooler than an island.”

Preservation by Rachael Wade is now available in paperback and Kindle e-book from
Amazon.com. If you love paranormal romance and fantasy, also check out Rachael’s other
books, Amaranth and The Gates (books 1 and 2 of the Resistance Trilogy) now at Amazon.

Blurb:

Fear is sabotage’s sweetest weapon.

Kate has no time for meaningless romantic charades,
and definitely no time for hot college professors
who are full of themselves and smitten with her.
Constantly battling eviction notices, tuition she can’t
afford, and a sick, dependent mother, the last thing
she needs is to be distracted with someone else’s
complicated baggage.

When she stumbles into Ryan Campbell’s creative
writing class, he is only “Mr. Campbell” to her, until Ryan finds himself
captivated by her writing and she is forced to face their mutual attraction. His
cocky know-it-all syndrome is enough to send her running in the other direction,
and his posse of female admirers and playboy reputation are enough to squander
any odds in her favor.

But underneath Ryan’s abrasive facade is something to behold, and she can’t stay
away for long. Ryan and Kate must decide who they’re willing to become and fight
against their former selves if they want to make things work. That’s if academia,
vicious vixens, old skeletons, and their own mastery at self-destruction don’t
pummel their efforts first.



About the Author:

Rachael Wade is the author of the
Amazon #1 best-selling paranormal
romance series, The Resistance
Trilogy, and the best-selling
contemporary romance, Preservation.
She is a member of the Romance
Writers of America and her work has
been published in The Storyteller, A
Hudson View International Poetry
Digest, and Amulet Poetry. When
she's not writing, she's busy learning French, watching too many movies, and
learning how to protect wildlife and stop animal cruelty. The first title in her post-
apocalyptic sci-fi romance series, The Keepers Trilogy, is set for release winter of
2012.

Web and social media links to include in your media kit, be sure to include links to
youtube book trailers if you have them:

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Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4831558.Rachael_Wade

Web page: www.RachaelWade.com

Unguarded Release party!!!

Blurb
Guardian angel Selene was so close to becoming an archangel—the supreme of all beings—until she fell in love with Cole, a forbidden dark one. Once she discovers her vampire lover has been kidnapped and the only way to save him is by abandoning her number one priority—Caitlyn, her human charge—there really is only one answer in Selene’s mind, even though leaving Caitlyn unguarded will most likely cause Selene to fall from grace.

But her choice to save Cole doesn’t come without a price…and now Selene is racing against time to not only save her dark lover, but find a way to keep Caitlyn alive as well.

With the help of a new vampire ally, Luke, Selene will push her diminishing angel abilities to the point where her very existence lies in the balance. Now threatened with the chance of becoming a fallen angel or even dying, Selene can only pray she’ll have enough time—and good grace—to save the ones she loves.

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Forget Me Not

Don't forget that Mystic Wolves is free on Amazon right now!!!!!

Forget Me Not Blog Tour
Book Excerpt #4

“This is wrong, Mason, so very wrong. What’s the point of being able to have hidden
stashes if you don’t keep them? How am I supposed to come in and sneak things? Not even a
chocolate bar.” I gave one last inspection, before returning everything to how it was.
“If you were looking for chocolate, why didn’t you say so? I keep all the good stuff in the
closet, shoved at the back of the top shelf. Everyone knows that’s where you keep them,” he
drawled, still in his lazy stance. “But as Alpha, I’m going to have to put your being nosey on
hold. I didn’t bring you here just so I could watch you snoop. I have something else in mind.”
“You do, huh? Is it fun?” I baited, pretending I didn’t know exactly what he meant. I licked
my lips, and ran my fingers through my hair.
“I’m positive. Now come over here so I can kiss you.” It was nothing short of a seductive
order, and it sent a thrill through my body. I loved it when Mason’s voice took on a dominating
tone, but even though I wanted nothing more than to cross the room and do as he’d asked, I
wanted to playing—stretch out the anticipation.
“Hmmm, I don’t think so. I kind of like it over here.” I headed to the window again, and
casually brushed the curtain aside. Mason was silent, and I smiled to myself. “Besides, I’m not
sure I want to kiss you.”
“I’m going to count, sweetheart, and when I reach three I better have you in my arms.” The
threat caressed my senses, and I resisted the urge to give in. This side of Mason always thrilled
me.
Resting against the ledge, I mimicked his stance, crossing my arms and ankles. “We’ll see.”
“One.”
I feigned a yawn, and grinned. “What comes next?”
He cocked his eyebrow, a smug smile crossing his face. “Two.”
“I think you should come over here.” I smiled sweetly, patting the space beside me. “In fact,
I know so.”
“You do know I’m serious, Darcy. I don’t see you moving. Once I say the next number, I’ll
be taking action.”
I laughed loudly. “You got it wrong. Three. You were meant to say three.” Lifting my hand,
I showed him my fingers, slowing counting them. “See, first comes one, and then two. Three is
next. Say it, Mason. Say three.” I straightened slowly, and placed my hand on my hip. I could see
him trying to hide his grin, as he looked me up and down. “Should I do it for you?” I raised my
eyebrow, enjoying the way he was watching me.
I didn’t need to. He stalked across the room, pulling me to his body, and crushed his lips
against mine. The roughness—intensity—of the kiss robbed me of breath. Any thought of
prolonging, or playing, was lost as I sunk against him, and felt myself softening.
I knew when the kiss was over, my lips would be bruised, but it didn’t stop me from parting
them and granting him access. My tongue met his half way, eager to move against his and to
savor the moment.

P.W. Creighton author spotlight

Nightfall

By PW Creighton

Blurb:

Three years after everyone important to Connor Maitland was murdered by a fanatical cult he is still attempting to put his life back together. Accompanied by his ex-girlfriend and business partner, Alison Herne, he is making a living as a jack-of-all-trades running a security company, sailing charters, and even photographing weddings out of Dolliber Cove, Massachusetts. Connor’s world is finally coming back together until they find one of Alison’s ghost hunter friends murdered.

When a childhood love he thought was dead, appears on his doorstep during their investigation, Connor is forced to confront memories he convinced himself were the delusions of a man deep into grief. They are being stalked by a mysterious man who appears to know far too many of their secrets. After Alison is almost killed confronting her occult past, it is impossible for Connor to deny the connection between the cases. Someone is attempting to end Connor’s life and the lives of all those who surround him.

The crazed rantings of the murderous cult may be the key to his survival.






Author Bio:

Author of the Psychological, Supernatural Thriller Series Nightfall, Writer, adventurer, archaeologist, photographer, videographer, Tech-Geek, Investigator

Originally from California, PW moved frequently, living in many places including Vermont, Tennessee and currently New York where PW took his interest in adventure to college earning a Bachelors in Folklore Anthropology, Archaeology and Art Studio. After his work was displayed in gallery exhibits and television documentaries, he returned to college for his MSEd as a Communications Specialist in Media Production. Between rock climbing, sailing and investigations, there's barely enough time in the day but it's all a modern adventure.

Social Media Links:

www.facebook.com/AuthorPW

www.twitter.com/RavenRequiem13

www.pwcreighton.com

The Witch is Back review

Funny and feisty witch Jolie Wilkins is back—or rather, she’s back to her humble beginnings. Propelled into the past to her old Los Angeles fortune-telling shop, Jolie has no idea she possesses extraordinary powers, and she definitely doesn’t remember becoming Queen of the Underworld. But at least she has two incredibly sexy men vying for her affection: Rand Balfour, who looks very familiar, though Jolie can’t place his gorgeous face, and Sinjin Sinclair, who is tall, dark, and perfect . . . except for the fangs.

Yet despite her steamy love life, Jolie can’t shake the sense that something is not quite right—like she’s stuck in a déjà vu gone terribly awry. As both men race against time—and each other—to win Jolie’s heart, the fate of the Underworld hangs in the balance. And Jolie’s decision can either restore order or create an absolute, drop-dead disaster.



My thoughts:
This was so much better than the last one! There wasn't as much back story, and I felt like the story went somewhere. The first half of the book I was conflicted, I knew Sinjin had done a bad thing, but I felt myself falling in love right alongside Jolie. He is always so charming, you can't help but love him.
It was interesting to see a different Jolie, the one from the beginning of the series. She was so insecure about who she was, but she still had the same fire in her. I was very happy with the way it ended up, and I can;t wait to  start the next book in the series!!!

Halfway to the Grave review

Half-vampire Catherine Crawfield is going after the undead with a vengeance, hoping that one of these deadbeats is her father—the one responsible for ruining her mother’s life. Then she’s captured by Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and is forced into an unholy partnership.

In exchange for finding her father, Cat agrees to train with the sexy night stalker until her battle reflexes are as sharp as his fangs. She’s amazed she doesn’t end up as his dinner—are there actually good vampires? Pretty soon Bones will have her convinced that being half-dead doesn’t have to be all bad. But before she can enjoy her newfound status as kick-ass demon hunter, Cat and Bones are pursued by a group of killers. Now Cat will have to choose a side... and Bones is turning out to be as tempting as any man with a heartbeat.



My thoughts:

I don't know why it's taken me so long to start this series! Everyone has been telling me for forever to start reading it. Now I know what I've been missing. My only issue was how prejudiced Cat was almost the entire book, it got sort of irritating. Other than that, I loved it. Bones was so funny, and totally the sort of vampire you'd want for a boyfriend.
I hated Cat's mom, she was so terrible. It sort of made me understand the prejudice Cat had. I loved all the action, there was never really a dull moment. I like fast paced books like that. I've already purchased the next book in the series, so I'll be continuing this journey as soon as I can:)

Just got 2 new books to review!!

Funny and feisty witch Jolie Wilkins is back—or rather, she’s back to her humble beginnings. Propelled into the past to her old Los Angeles fortune-telling shop, Jolie has no idea she possesses extraordinary powers, and she definitely doesn’t remember becoming Queen of the Underworld. But at least she has two incredibly sexy men vying for her affection: Rand Balfour, who looks very familiar, though Jolie can’t place his gorgeous face, and Sinjin Sinclair, who is tall, dark, and perfect . . . except for the fangs.

Yet despite her steamy love life, Jolie can’t shake the sense that something is not quite right—like she’s stuck in a déjà vu gone terribly awry. As both men race against time—and each other—to win Jolie’s heart, the fate of the Underworld hangs in the balance. And Jolie’s decision can either restore order or create an absolute, drop-dead disaster.

For smart and sexy witch Jolie Wilkins, being Queen of the Underworld is a royal pain. Back from a round of time travel, Jolie must now protect her realm from the sinister Lurkers—a powerful breed of half-humans bent on conquering the undead. And if there’s one thing she knows, it’s that the supernatural never go down without a fight.

At least Jolie has her soul mate (and finally official boyfriend), warlock Rand Balfour, by her side. Honorable, brave, and unbelievably handsome, Rand is everything Jolie wants in a man. So why can’t she forget the dangerously alluring vampire, Sinjin Sinclair? With her private life heating up and a battle boiling over, Jolie sets out to prove that in matters of love and war, the fairer hex has its own set of charms.




So excited to review these for Netgalley!!! I have a few in front of them, but I'm chomping at the bit lol

Look what I just bought!!

I won a $50 Amazon card in a contests, so I went on a bit of a book buying spree last night!! I'll be buying more soon. Are there any that you think I absolutely must have???

The White King has crossed the line, sounded the horn, sent out the wolves.

When blood is shed and life is lost the reality of Ari’s position as both hunter and prey finally sets in. It seems her father will stop at nothing to force her will to his own and distracted by Charlie’s latest mistake and her seemingly misguided attraction to Jai, Ari never thought to fear anyone else but the Jinn King.

Blindsided and attacked, Ari learns a new wolf has joined the hunt. A dark sorcerer believes he knows a way to bleed the power of the Seal and wield it as his own, and he is even less patient than The White King.

The War for the Seal has only just begun… and it’s time for Ari to turn it on its head.
It’s time for Ari to stop acting like the hunted.

It’s time for Ari to become the hunter.

Can the lost be reclaimed? What price is too high to pay for love? Who can be trusted when sin and salvation collide? Darkness threatens to claim the Shadowhunters in the harrowing fifth book of the Mortal Instruments series.

Half-vampire Catherine Crawfield is going after the undead with a vengeance, hoping that one of these deadbeats is her father—the one responsible for ruining her mother’s life. Then she’s captured by Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and is forced into an unholy partnership.

In exchange for finding her father, Cat agrees to train with the sexy night stalker until her battle reflexes are as sharp as his fangs. She’s amazed she doesn’t end up as his dinner—are there actually good vampires? Pretty soon Bones will have her convinced that being half-dead doesn’t have to be all bad. But before she can enjoy her newfound status as kick-ass demon hunter, Cat and Bones are pursued by a group of killers. Now Cat will have to choose a side... and Bones is turning out to be as tempting as any man with a heartbeat.

Curse of the Egyptian Goddess review

Given her ten-year curse that leaves her beaten and bruised, Emma Patrix has grown accustomed to drinking away the pain. And with a trail of dead bodies behind her, it was only a matter of time before the law caught up.

Now she's accused of murder and she must flee the country to find the one man who can help her break the curse-Calvin Konrad. She finally catches up with him in Egypt, but he's not the same sweet boy she remembers from her childhood. And getting him to help her proves more difficult than she ever imagined.


My thoughts:

This was such an easy fun read. I loved Emma (Cleo)she was a very different sort of main character. I felt for her an the situation she had gotten herself into. Never able to be close to another person, always afraid. Enter Calvin, her childhood crush, he was not what I expected at all. He had his own issues to deal with and he didn't need her to pile her own stuff on top.
I was really happy with how this one ended, sometimes when I read a book, I'm disappointed by how it's left. This one made perfect sense to me, and I felt satisfied wit it.

I give it 4/5

Mayfair Moon review

After a nightmarish encounter
with a werewolf, seventeen-year-
old Adria Dawson loses her
sister, but gains the love of a
mysterious young man and his
legendary family.Strange and
tragic things begin to happen in
the small town of Hallowell,
Maine: residents come down
with an unexplainable ‘illness’
and some disappear. In the
midst of everything, Isaac
Mayfair is adamant about
keeping Adria safe, even from
her sister whom he has warned
her to stay away from.As unspeakable secrets unfold all
around Adria, impossible choices become hers to bear. Ultimately, no matter what path she takes, her life and the lives of those she loves will be in peril. As she learns about the werewolf world she also learns why her place in it will change the destinies of many.

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My thoughts:


Wow, I mean, really wow. This book had me from page one, it kept me up late into the night reading. I loved every second of it. J.A. Redmerski is a true talent, she has such a way with story telling. I felt such a connection with Adria right away, I wanted to shield her, and protect her from everything bad in her life. I loved and then fiercely hated her sister Alex (although a lot of it wasn't her choice) Moving to Mayfair, starting a brand new life, that was the beginning of Adria's life. I don't want to give too much away, I really want you all to go and read it for yourselves, its just that good!!!! I am now going to search for anything else by J.A. Redmerski to read, I have found a new favorite author.


About the Author:

J.A. Redmerski is a Contemporary Fantasy and YA writer - author of THE
MAYFAIR MOON and DIRTY EDEN. She’s a mother, werewolf & zombie
fanatic, book addict and a happy hermit obsessed with the Universe. Oh, and
AMC's "The Walking Dead".

Jessica started her first novel at the
age of thirteen and has been writing
something ever since. Generally, she
loves characters in life and on paper.
She pays attention to people,
especially those whose personalities
make them different from the rest of
us: the drug addict roaming the
Laundromat that talks to himself,
the young, inattentive mother in the
park with the meanest kid on the playground - (the entire cast of 'Swamp People') -
characters fascinate Jessica and she hopes that it shows in her literary work. Some
authors that inspire Jessica are Neil Gaiman, Cormac McCarthy, Max Brooks,
Anne Rice, J.K. Rowling, Richard Matheson, William R. Forstchen, Carrie Ryan,
Stephenie Meyer and Lisa Smedman.

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