I love the Mercy Thompson series, so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the latest release.
Briggs delivers yet again another amazing story in the MerI love the Mercy Thompson series, so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the latest release.
Briggs delivers yet again another amazing story in the Mercy Thompson series. She brought an action-packed tale with hate groups, black witches, friends to enemies, lose, and more.
Mercy is facing the consequences of making the Tri-Cities a safe haven. She's also stuck having to act as liaison between the humans and fae while Adam and The Pack play bodyguards to the humans. She will have to mange many things and make some difficult choices.
We are treated to some new and old characters with The Pack and all our favorite characters come to life in Storm Cursed. We learn more about Sherwood Post. Zee is present as is Uncle Mike and the Goblin King. Even Wulfe pops in.
As always Briggs captured me. The plot is well written and action-packed. I love that we are so far into the series and it’s still going strong with each book feeling fresh. It’s a well crafted story and the author made me cringe, laugh out loud, cry, and gasp.
The Mercy Thompson series continues to grow and get better with each book. Mercy is becoming stronger, The Pack is evolving, and the world continues to build. I can’t wait for the next installment.
I love the Mercy Thompson series, so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the latest release.
Briggs delivers yet again another amazing story in the Mercy Thompson series. She brought an action-packed tale with hate groups, black witches, friends to enemies, lose, and more.
Mercy is facing the consequences of making the Tri-Cities a safe haven. She's also stuck having to act as liaison between the humans and fae while Adam and The Pack play bodyguards to the humans. She will have to mange many things and make some difficult choices.
We are treated to some new and old characters with The Pack and all our favorite characters come to life in Storm Cursed. We learn more about Sherwood Post. Zee is present as is Uncle Mike and the Goblin King. Even Wulfe pops in.
As always Briggs captured me. The plot is well written and action-packed. I love that we are so far into the series and it’s still going strong with each book feeling fresh. It’s a well crafted story and the author made me cringe, laugh out loud, cry, and gasp.
The Mercy Thompson series continues to grow and get better with each book. Mercy is becoming stronger, The Pack is evolving, and the world continues to build. I can’t wait for the next installment.
The Witch Who Cried Wolf is book one in the Cry Wolf series by Sarah Mäkelä. This story has witch’s and werewolves’s t~ 3 Witchy Wolf Stars ~
The Witch Who Cried Wolf is book one in the Cry Wolf series by Sarah Mäkelä. This story has witch’s and werewolves’s things I enjoy reading about, but it needed to be longer to develop more of the world and characters. It’s a descent start to the series.
Mia our witch. At times I liked her and at others I got frustrated with her. She lets fear stop her from being the best she can be. I’m not sure if I ever felt her get stronger in this story. I was also confused with her lack of knowledge of the supernatural world and her witchcraft. It mentioned she read her grandmas grimoire, so why the lack of knowledge? How long did she have these powers? When did they start showing? So you can see it was hard to really connect to Mia or figure out what was going on without asking myself questions throughout this book.
Ethan our solder guy and long time crush of Mia’s. I wanted more of his story. We don’t get a background story on him. We do get a mention that his parents died in a car accident, but not when this happened. Their is also a promise Ethan made to Mia’s brother, but not what it was or why. Last we are left wondering what happens next for him now that he is a werewolf.
Mia’s mentor Jessa the own of a magic shop, we are left with her in the hospital. Also Mia’s brother it feels like something is going on with him. Not sure. I’m curious to know what's up with him.
As you can see many questions/things are left un-answered which I hope get answered as the series progresses. Lots of things need to be flushed out more. The one thing I did like was the POV mixed narrative. It was always clear who you where reading about. It was also nice to finally see Mia and Ethan hook up. The sex was mediocre and we only get one sex scene at the end. I had trouble connected to this book and fully enjoying the story with all the question's and lack of world development.
The Witch Who Cried Wolf is an ok start to the Cry Wolf series. Many things need to be flushed out and hopeful the author will take care of this as the series moves on.
The Witch Who Cried Wolf is book one in the Cry Wolf series by Sarah Mäkelä. This story has witch’s and werewolves’s things I enjoy reading about, but it needed to be longer to develop more of the world and characters. It’s a descent start to the series.
Mia our witch. At times I liked her and at others I got frustrated with her. She lets fear stop her from being the best she can be. I’m not sure if I ever felt her get stronger in this story. I was also confused with her lack of knowledge of the supernatural world and her witchcraft. It mentioned she read her grandmas grimoire, so why the lack of knowledge? How long did she have these powers? When did they start showing? So you can see it was hard to really connect to Mia or figure out what was going on without asking myself questions throughout this book.
Ethan our solder guy and long time crush of Mia’s. I wanted more of his story. We don’t get a background story on him. We do get a mention that his parents died in a car accident, but not when this happened. Their is also a promise Ethan made to Mia’s brother, but not what it was or why. Last we are left wondering what happens next for him now that he is a werewolf.
Mia’s mentor Jessa the own of a magic shop, we are left with her in the hospital. Also Mia’s brother it feels like something is going on with him. Not sure. I’m curious to know what's up with him.
As you can see many questions/things are left un-answered which I hope get answered as the series progresses. Lots of things need to be flushed out more. The one thing I did like was the POV mixed narrative. It was always clear who you where reading about. It was also nice to finally see Mia and Ethan hook up. The sex was mediocre and we only get one sex scene at the end. I had trouble connected to this book and fully enjoying the story with all the question's and lack of world development.
The Witch Who Cried Wolf is an ok start to the Cry Wolf series. Many things need to be flushed out and hopeful the author will take care of this as the series moves on.
Drakon Unchained is book five in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters.
I’ve loved this series from the begging and have been excited for moreDrakon Unchained is book five in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters.
I’ve loved this series from the begging and have been excited for more. I was not disappointed.
It’s non-stop action, suspense, twists, and romance from begging to end.
Victoria Marshall made an unlike friend when she was a child. I liked Victoria. She’s got a unique ability and well it didn’t make it easy for her as a child and now as an adult she is still alone, but has a goal. She is protective of her friend and very determined to find and help him after all these years. I don’t want to say to much, because part of the adventure is discovering the surprises along the way.
Luther Henderson has been a staple in the series working for Herman Temple. Temple is one of the bad guys out to capture a drakon. The author really surprised me with who Luther is. I didn’t see that twist coming in the book or series. Luther is a great guy and I loved him.
Luther and Victoria were great together. I loved their blooming romance and seeing them confide and work together to help same a drakon.
The story was so full of surprises, suspense, and action that I couldn’t stop reading. I was sucked in from begging to end. I will say you can read this as a stand alone. The author gives us plenty of information to make it easy to grasp the world and details, but I urge you to check out other previous books. Dragon shifter lovers will enjoy the Blood of the Drakon series.
Rated: 5 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Drakon Unchained is book five in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters.
I’ve loved this series from the begging and have been excited for more. I was not disappointed.
It’s non-stop action, suspense, twists, and romance from begging to end.
Victoria Marshall made an unlike friend when she was a child. I liked Victoria. She’s got a unique ability and well it didn’t make it easy for her as a child and now as an adult she is still alone, but has a goal. She is protective of her friend and very determined to find and help him after all these years. I don’t want to say to much, because part of the adventure is discovering the surprises along the way.
Luther Henderson has been a staple in the series working for Herman Temple. Temple is one of the bad guys out to capture a drakon. The author really surprised me with who Luther is. I didn’t see that twist coming in the book or series. Luther is a great guy and I loved him.
Luther and Victoria were great together. I loved their blooming romance and seeing them confide and work together to help same a drakon.
The story was so full of surprises, suspense, and action that I couldn’t stop reading. I was sucked in from begging to end. I will say you can read this as a stand alone. The author gives us plenty of information to make it easy to grasp the world and details, but I urge you to check out other previous books. Dragon shifter lovers will enjoy the Blood of the Drakon series.
Rated: 5 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Love The One You’re Witch has a little witchy mystery and a sweet romance. I found myself spellbound.
The prem~ 4 Love The One You’re Witch Stars ~
Love The One You’re Witch has a little witchy mystery and a sweet romance. I found myself spellbound.
The premise of the story was interesting. I found myself pulled in and could not put the novel down until the very end. It was a cute and sweet read. The wring style was easy, enjoyable, and fast paced.
The characters Anastasia and Lucas where intriguing. Anastasia is a witch who breaks spells that are placed on paranormals. She is sassy, snarky, and a smart ass plus a bad ass too. I enjoyed her dry sense of humor and attempts to get the vampires to laugh. I ended up laugh in many parts myself. Lucas is a vampire, tall, dark, and handsome. Who can resist that? He’s been looking for his fated mate. I enjoyed how he doesn’t use sex to convince Anastasia that they are mates. That he takes the time to talk, so they get to know each other and gives her the chance to choose. The romance was sweet and I felt for Ana when Lucas was under a spell. As to the mystery of who put a love spell on a harmless vampire, well it was a surprised as to who the villain was. The ending was also very satisfying.
Love The One You’re Witch was a sweet romance. I would love to see this series continue. It’s got lots of possibilities. If you are looking for a witchy romance, then you might enjoy this novel.
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Icasm Press via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Love The One You’re Witch has a little witchy mystery and a sweet romance. I found myself spellbound.
The premise of the story was interesting. I found myself pulled in and could not put the novel down until the very end. It was a cute and sweet read. The wring style was easy, enjoyable, and fast paced.
The characters Anastasia and Lucas where intriguing. Anastasia is a witch who breaks spells that are placed on paranormals. She is sassy, snarky, and a smart ass plus a bad ass too. I enjoyed her dry sense of humor and attempts to get the vampires to laugh. I ended up laugh in many parts myself. Lucas is a vampire, tall, dark, and handsome. Who can resist that? He’s been looking for his fated mate. I enjoyed how he doesn’t use sex to convince Anastasia that they are mates. That he takes the time to talk, so they get to know each other and gives her the chance to choose. The romance was sweet and I felt for Ana when Lucas was under a spell. As to the mystery of who put a love spell on a harmless vampire, well it was a surprised as to who the villain was. The ending was also very satisfying.
Love The One You’re Witch was a sweet romance. I would love to see this series continue. It’s got lots of possibilities. If you are looking for a witchy romance, then you might enjoy this novel.
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Icasm Press via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
WOW what a gripping opener. I was drawn in and taken on a paranormal mystery with likable characters and an intriguing plot.
Shifter Claimed was a WOW what a gripping opener. I was drawn in and taken on a paranormal mystery with likable characters and an intriguing plot.
Shifter Claimed was an enjoyable debut into the Dark Wolf Enterprises series by A.M. Griffin.
Trudy, human hired to audit an account for the Dark Wolf Enterprises. I liked her. When things got scary she kept it together. She also took what Kristof was, well.
Kristof, wolf shifter and one who hired Trudy to look into their funds. I liked him. I didn’t fall in love with him like his brothers, but I did enjoy his character.
Kristof, imprinted the moment he meets Trudy face to face. I liked that it’s not called mating, but imprinting. The imprinting was a different perspective than what I typically read in shifter romances. It was a fascinate concept. Their romance was sweet and spicy.
The one thing I didn’t care for was Trudy forgiving Kristof to quickly. He broke her heart. It was a very emotional scene and it felt like more needed to be done; before they reconciled and she forgave him.
We are introduced to Kristof's brothers, they were appealing and fun. I can’t wait to read more about the bothers and find out what type of woman captures their hearts. The mystery is gripping. We do get some questions answered, but new questions arris. I’m curious to see how it all plays out.
Shifter Claimed had a lot to savor and enjoy. It’s an intriguing set up with a riveting mystery.
Rated: 3.5 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Totally Entwined with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
WOW what a gripping opener. I was drawn in and taken on a paranormal mystery with likable characters and an intriguing plot.
Shifter Claimed was an enjoyable debut into the Dark Wolf Enterprises series by A.M. Griffin.
Trudy, human hired to audit an account for the Dark Wolf Enterprises. I liked her. When things got scary she kept it together. She also took what Kristof was, well.
Kristof, wolf shifter and one who hired Trudy to look into their funds. I liked him. I didn’t fall in love with him like his brothers, but I did enjoy his character.
Kristof, imprinted the moment he meets Trudy face to face. I liked that it’s not called mating, but imprinting. The imprinting was a different perspective than what I typically read in shifter romances. It was a fascinate concept. Their romance was sweet and spicy.
The one thing I didn’t care for was Trudy forgiving Kristof to quickly. He broke her heart. It was a very emotional scene and it felt like more needed to be done; before they reconciled and she forgave him.
We are introduced to Kristof's brothers, they were appealing and fun. I can’t wait to read more about the bothers and find out what type of woman captures their hearts. The mystery is gripping. We do get some questions answered, but new questions arris. I’m curious to see how it all plays out.
Shifter Claimed had a lot to savor and enjoy. It’s an intriguing set up with a riveting mystery.
Rated: 3.5 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Totally Entwined with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
ESHER is book three in the Guardians of Hades series by Felicity Heaton.
WOW. Esher has some serous demons to deal with. He’s strAction. Rage. Peace.
ESHER is book three in the Guardians of Hades series by Felicity Heaton.
WOW. Esher has some serous demons to deal with. He’s struggled and now we finally get to learn what caused this split in him and made him dislike humans so much. I liked Esher. Liked the struggle he has being around mortals and how his mood affected the weather. Their’s a lot of depth to Esher. Learning what truly happened to him to make him struggle so much, well that was an emotional moment to read.
Aiko; his mortal, his little butterfly who brings him peace and balance. She’s sweet and has a special ability just like all the women we meet so far in the series. Her ability makes it easier for her to not freak out around Esher, to understand the struggle he goes through, and who he truly is. I liked that she knows and doesn’t have that freak out that we usually get in PNR’s. Heaton is really good about make her characters understand each other and I like this.
Their romance is sweet and adorable, but then the author throws in a curveball and you go WHAT. I love these curveballs that pop up in Ms. Heaton’s stories. It makes things move along and you never know what will happen. It’s fabulous.
I just adore the relationship the brothers have. It’s so fun to watch. I also love seeing and learning more about each brother. We just get little tastes, but that taste makes you want more of each of them. I also adore watching their relationship’s develop and change as you see more and more brothers find love and we dive more into the mystery of who wants to end the world.
ESHER is another thrilling, heart stopping, and emotional read in the Guardians of Hades series. This series is spectacular. Heaton is an author I look forward to reading and know that I will always be entertained and taken an an outstanding adventure. Can’t wait for the next installment.
Rated: 4 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Felicity Heaton with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
ESHER is book three in the Guardians of Hades series by Felicity Heaton.
WOW. Esher has some serous demons to deal with. He’s struggled and now we finally get to learn what caused this split in him and made him dislike humans so much. I liked Esher. Liked the struggle he has being around mortals and how his mood affected the weather. Their’s a lot of depth to Esher. Learning what truly happened to him to make him struggle so much, well that was an emotional moment to read.
Aiko; his mortal, his little butterfly who brings him peace and balance. She’s sweet and has a special ability just like all the women we meet so far in the series. Her ability makes it easier for her to not freak out around Esher, to understand the struggle he goes through, and who he truly is. I liked that she knows and doesn’t have that freak out that we usually get in PNR’s. Heaton is really good about make her characters understand each other and I like this.
Their romance is sweet and adorable, but then the author throws in a curveball and you go WHAT. I love these curveballs that pop up in Ms. Heaton’s stories. It makes things move along and you never know what will happen. It’s fabulous.
I just adore the relationship the brothers have. It’s so fun to watch. I also love seeing and learning more about each brother. We just get little tastes, but that taste makes you want more of each of them. I also adore watching their relationship’s develop and change as you see more and more brothers find love and we dive more into the mystery of who wants to end the world.
ESHER is another thrilling, heart stopping, and emotional read in the Guardians of Hades series. This series is spectacular. Heaton is an author I look forward to reading and know that I will always be entertained and taken an an outstanding adventure. Can’t wait for the next installment.
Rated: 4 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Felicity Heaton with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
What can I say about Haints and Hobwebs, well if you haven’t tried the Elemental Assassin series this is a nice novella to give the series a go.
I LOVWhat can I say about Haints and Hobwebs, well if you haven’t tried the Elemental Assassin series this is a nice novella to give the series a go.
I LOVE Gin. I LOVE all the characters. Finn, Gin, and Owen all of them. I adore Owen. He’s so sweet and he loves Gin. The best thing about this novella is that we get GHOSTS, yes, ghosts. This is the first time we are seeing them in this world. Last, as always their is no shortage of action. It’s one thing you can always count on in the Elemental Assassin series.
Haints and Hobwebs had me hooked from begging to end. I adored this novella and I LOVE the Elemental Assassin series. If you enjoy a kick-ass heroine, outstanding world building, and amazing action sequences, then this novella and series are for you.
What can I say about Haints and Hobwebs, well if you haven’t tried the Elemental Assassin series this is a nice novella to give the series a go.
I LOVE Gin. I LOVE all the characters. Finn, Gin, and Owen all of them. I adore Owen. He’s so sweet and he loves Gin. The best thing about this novella is that we get GHOSTS, yes, ghosts. This is the first time we are seeing them in this world. Last, as always their is no shortage of action. It’s one thing you can always count on in the Elemental Assassin series.
Haints and Hobwebs had me hooked from begging to end. I adored this novella and I LOVE the Elemental Assassin series. If you enjoy a kick-ass heroine, outstanding world building, and amazing action sequences, then this novella and series are for you.
It's a nice start to the series. The sentinel's have been sleeping for ten thousand years and are the first of their kind"Awakened From Ice" ~ 3 Stars
It's a nice start to the series. The sentinel's have been sleeping for ten thousand years and are the first of their kind. I liked Edensaw and his wolf brothers as well as Cassidy.
Edensaw knows from the start that Cassidy is his mate. I like that Edensaw does not try to force Cassidy to become his mate. He lets her decided when and if she will be his mate. I also like the Wolf Brothers reactions to there new world and how they want to learning and try new things. "He turned back to the view. It looked as if he and his wolf brothers would have a lot of adjusting to do. Their knowledge as hunters wasn't exactly going to be of much use in this strange, new world."
We don't get a lot of time with the different wolf brothers or the local pack, but from what we do see of the characters is interesting. We also get a brief glimpse of the evil that the sentinels were created to stop, but it wasn't very fleshed out.
It's a nice start to the series. The sentinel's have been sleeping for ten thousand years and are the first of their kind. I liked Edensaw and his wolf brothers as well as Cassidy.
Edensaw knows from the start that Cassidy is his mate. I like that Edensaw does not try to force Cassidy to become his mate. He lets her decided when and if she will be his mate. I also like the Wolf Brothers reactions to there new world and how they want to learning and try new things. "He turned back to the view. It looked as if he and his wolf brothers would have a lot of adjusting to do. Their knowledge as hunters wasn't exactly going to be of much use in this strange, new world."
We don't get a lot of time with the different wolf brothers or the local pack, but from what we do see of the characters is interesting. We also get a brief glimpse of the evil that the sentinels were created to stop, but it wasn't very fleshed out.
Ashes of War is book two in the Sons of War series by Lia Davis. We pick up a few weeks after War's Passion and continue ~ 4 Ashes of War Stars ~
Ashes of War is book two in the Sons of War series by Lia Davis. We pick up a few weeks after War's Passion and continue in the fight agents Garrick.
Wow the plot thickens. We learn why Ash was sent to spy. We also learn a lot about Ty and the time he was tortured. During that time he lost a part of himself. The author did a great job building on the plot and characters. Their are so many surprises added into this story, that to talk about them, well would just spoil it for you, so all I can say is that I was going OMG and WOW with all the things revealed. We are also introduced to a few new characters that I look forward to reading more about.
As for the romance each couples romance builds in each novel, so I recommend reading in order. You will see the pull and character changes as things progress, new characters come into play, and plot twist get revealed. Ash and Ty’s romance was sweet. These two learn to trust and you see their character growth throughout the story. Both find what they need in each other. That peace and love. There are some hot scenes, but they don’t over take the story.
I had a great time reading Ashes of War and am looking forward to Zavier’s story. It looks like he is the next to fall for his mate!
Ashes of War is book two in the Sons of War series by Lia Davis. We pick up a few weeks after War's Passion and continue in the fight agents Garrick.
Wow the plot thickens. We learn why Ash was sent to spy. We also learn a lot about Ty and the time he was tortured. During that time he lost a part of himself. The author did a great job building on the plot and characters. Their are so many surprises added into this story, that to talk about them, well would just spoil it for you, so all I can say is that I was going OMG and WOW with all the things revealed. We are also introduced to a few new characters that I look forward to reading more about.
As for the romance each couples romance builds in each novel, so I recommend reading in order. You will see the pull and character changes as things progress, new characters come into play, and plot twist get revealed. Ash and Ty’s romance was sweet. These two learn to trust and you see their character growth throughout the story. Both find what they need in each other. That peace and love. There are some hot scenes, but they don’t over take the story.
I had a great time reading Ashes of War and am looking forward to Zavier’s story. It looks like he is the next to fall for his mate!
Drakon’s Tear is book six in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters
This was another enjoyable edition to the Blood of the Drakon series. Here Drakon’s Tear is book six in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters
This was another enjoyable edition to the Blood of the Drakon series. Here we get Constance’s sister Abigail.
Each story added a little more detail, adventure and questions that you can’t help but wonder the answers too. The series and stories are all insta mate/love stories. They are also predictable, but still good. Sometimes predictable is enjoyable.
The author did add a new element in this story with the Ice Drakon and the knowledge Vasili wields. He’s unique compared to other Drakons. I liked this new element and the knowledge he has. We still have the over all arc with the Knights still trying to capture a Drakon’s and using anyone they can to get what they want. I hope one day we see the Knights as a whole get their comeuppance.
Drakon’s Tear was a delightful read.
Rated: 4 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Drakon’s Tear is book six in the Blood of the Drakon series by N.J. Walters
This was another enjoyable edition to the Blood of the Drakon series. Here we get Constance’s sister Abigail.
Each story added a little more detail, adventure and questions that you can’t help but wonder the answers too. The series and stories are all insta mate/love stories. They are also predictable, but still good. Sometimes predictable is enjoyable.
The author did add a new element in this story with the Ice Drakon and the knowledge Vasili wields. He’s unique compared to other Drakons. I liked this new element and the knowledge he has. We still have the over all arc with the Knights still trying to capture a Drakon’s and using anyone they can to get what they want. I hope one day we see the Knights as a whole get their comeuppance.
Drakon’s Tear was a delightful read.
Rated: 4 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Sanctuary is book one in Roman’s Chronicles series by Ilona Andrews. It’s part of the Kate Daniels world. I loved Roman in the Kate Daniels books and Sanctuary is book one in Roman’s Chronicles series by Ilona Andrews. It’s part of the Kate Daniels world. I loved Roman in the Kate Daniels books and his interactions with Kate. This novella was a treat for this fan.
Roman, a Dark Volhv, serves the Slavic god Chernobog, the God of Destruction, Darkness, and Death. We get Roman’s backstory and learn how he became the Black Volhv. He’s grumpy, but also has a soft spot especially for animals. He finds humor to balance out the things he has to do for his God.
This is a nice introduction to the Kate Daniels series and a fabulous treat for fans. I loved this novella. It’s full of mythology, kick-ass characters, humor, and more. I highly recommend Sanctuary and all the books/audiobooks written by Ilona Andrews.
Terri L. Austin is a new to me author. I was not sure what to expect or what was in store for me. I picked up Dispelled; because the blurb very much c Terri L. Austin is a new to me author. I was not sure what to expect or what was in store for me. I picked up Dispelled; because the blurb very much caught my eye. I’ve never heard or read a book with a character that cancels out everything around them. She is a freak of nature an abomination to the magical and shifter community, at least in their eyes. To say she is not liked, is an understatement.
Holly, is one tough women. I felt so much for her. We learn about her family - a few surprises in this area, what it means to be a null - not good, and feel the loneliness she goes through. It’s hard for her to accept that maybe, just maybe she can have more.
Cade her love interest was arrogant, broody, and mysterious, but in a fun way. The banter and sexual tension is strong between them. I like that in the end he doesn't’ walk away and wants to build something with Holly. I’m curious to see how this budding romance will develop.
The secondary characters we meet along the way are all interesting and unique in their own way. I like her assistant / friend and of course she pisses off a few magical creatures who in the end may or may-not be allies in the future.
I was blown away, sucked in, and taken on a magical mystery. I loved all the characters and I loved the mystery. I had no idea who was helping and who was doing what until everything was revealed. Your mind keeps turn along with Holly who wants to solve this mystery not for herself, but for those that lost their life and closer on another issue. The mystery will suck you in.
The only thing I wish and this isn’t a complaint since it’s up to each author to decide, but I would have loved a dual-perspective. I desperately desperately want Cade’s perspective. I wanted/needed to know what that moody and broody man was thinking.
I am excited to see that this will be a series. I look forward to more Holly and Cade and the extended cast of characters. I had a mind-blowing and phenomenal time reading Dispelled.
Rated: 4.5 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Terri L. Austin via Give Me Books with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Terri L. Austin is a new to me author. I was not sure what to expect or what was in store for me. I picked up Dispelled; because the blurb very much caught my eye. I’ve never heard or read a book with a character that cancels out everything around them. She is a freak of nature an abomination to the magical and shifter community, at least in their eyes. To say she is not liked, is an understatement.
Holly, is one tough women. I felt so much for her. We learn about her family - a few surprises in this area, what it means to be a null - not good, and feel the loneliness she goes through. It’s hard for her to accept that maybe, just maybe she can have more.
Cade her love interest was arrogant, broody, and mysterious, but in a fun way. The banter and sexual tension is strong between them. I like that in the end he doesn't’ walk away and wants to build something with Holly. I’m curious to see how this budding romance will develop.
The secondary characters we meet along the way are all interesting and unique in their own way. I like her assistant / friend and of course she pisses off a few magical creatures who in the end may or may-not be allies in the future.
I was blown away, sucked in, and taken on a magical mystery. I loved all the characters and I loved the mystery. I had no idea who was helping and who was doing what until everything was revealed. Your mind keeps turn along with Holly who wants to solve this mystery not for herself, but for those that lost their life and closer on another issue. The mystery will suck you in.
The only thing I wish and this isn’t a complaint since it’s up to each author to decide, but I would have loved a dual-perspective. I desperately desperately want Cade’s perspective. I wanted/needed to know what that moody and broody man was thinking.
I am excited to see that this will be a series. I look forward to more Holly and Cade and the extended cast of characters. I had a mind-blowing and phenomenal time reading Dispelled.
Rated: 4.5 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by Terri L. Austin via Give Me Books with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Seduced by the Sea Lord was a unique, refreshing, and different read. I’ve not had the pleasure of read Ms. Night nor have I picked up a merman book b Seduced by the Sea Lord was a unique, refreshing, and different read. I’ve not had the pleasure of read Ms. Night nor have I picked up a merman book before. Both the author and concept where new to me.
Hot Sexy Warrior Mermen. Oh My!!
The start was good, but a little slow. It took some time for me to get into the book. As for the characters they aren’t overly complicated. Ms. Night does a good job of explaining her mermen, throwing in a little about Atlantis and what it once was, and how the council is set on their old ways when others can see that that way is killing them and they need to change.
Torun is a merman and Lucy is a modern day women.
Torun defies the Council and he has to work on convincing Lucy that she is his. If not the punishment is harsh. As for Lucy she does a lot of protesting in her head, why this or that etc. It got a little old, but not to over powering to make me dislike her. It reminding me of all women. We like to over think things. I really liked that Torun can sense Lucy’s feelings and faces them head on instead of like Lucy’s ex-husband who dropped her as soon as she was a burden. The romance was sweet. The love scenes are warm and gentle, not over powering.
One of my favorite parts in this story are the guardians. They are just fun, adorable, and wonderful. If I lived under the sea, I’d want one as a friend/pet.
Their where two things that made me go hmm. One scene was close to the beginning that had me going, oh no are they going to sleep together even though they don’t know each other? Please no, but thankfully the author didn’t do this and gives our hot merman Torun a chance to convince Lucy that she is his destined woman. The other thing that I found strange is that Lucy leaves her Sea Opel with one of her interns on her boat when they go back out sea. This intern is a stranger and well her ex stole the first one, so why trust this person you don’t know? It felt opposite of what her character would have done.
Seduced by the Sea Lord focusing on the mythology and the rebuilding of the heroine’s confidence. Its also has a little conflict, a little action, and a bunch of sexy mermen.
Rated: 3 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by instafreebie with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Seduced by the Sea Lord was a unique, refreshing, and different read. I’ve not had the pleasure of read Ms. Night nor have I picked up a merman book before. Both the author and concept where new to me.
Hot Sexy Warrior Mermen. Oh My!!
The start was good, but a little slow. It took some time for me to get into the book. As for the characters they aren’t overly complicated. Ms. Night does a good job of explaining her mermen, throwing in a little about Atlantis and what it once was, and how the council is set on their old ways when others can see that that way is killing them and they need to change.
Torun is a merman and Lucy is a modern day women.
Torun defies the Council and he has to work on convincing Lucy that she is his. If not the punishment is harsh. As for Lucy she does a lot of protesting in her head, why this or that etc. It got a little old, but not to over powering to make me dislike her. It reminding me of all women. We like to over think things. I really liked that Torun can sense Lucy’s feelings and faces them head on instead of like Lucy’s ex-husband who dropped her as soon as she was a burden. The romance was sweet. The love scenes are warm and gentle, not over powering.
One of my favorite parts in this story are the guardians. They are just fun, adorable, and wonderful. If I lived under the sea, I’d want one as a friend/pet.
Their where two things that made me go hmm. One scene was close to the beginning that had me going, oh no are they going to sleep together even though they don’t know each other? Please no, but thankfully the author didn’t do this and gives our hot merman Torun a chance to convince Lucy that she is his destined woman. The other thing that I found strange is that Lucy leaves her Sea Opel with one of her interns on her boat when they go back out sea. This intern is a stranger and well her ex stole the first one, so why trust this person you don’t know? It felt opposite of what her character would have done.
Seduced by the Sea Lord focusing on the mythology and the rebuilding of the heroine’s confidence. Its also has a little conflict, a little action, and a bunch of sexy mermen.
Rated: 3 Stars
*Disclaimer:I received a complimentary copy provided by instafreebie with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
Sanctuary of the Shadow is book one in the Elemental Emergence series by Aurora Ascher.
I saw the pretty stenciled edges and read the synopsis then imSanctuary of the Shadow is book one in the Elemental Emergence series by Aurora Ascher.
I saw the pretty stenciled edges and read the synopsis then immediately pre-ordered. I also read one really good review that made me think this is an amazing book, but I should have read more reviews. The book was just ok. Nothing special!
It’s instalove with very little world building. The relationship between Raith and Harrow has very little chemistry.
Raith wakes up in the desert and doesn't know who he is. He’s sold to the Circles and imprisoned. Harrow stumbles upon him and is determined to save him. Raith said maybe 40 words at most and then they are on the run and spending a steamy week together, before things take a turn. This isn’t a romance, it's more erotica, but not marked as such. The reason I say erotica is because of the nature of the romance. The two leads do not talk to each other. They feel a primal, inexplicable attraction and then proceed to have a lot of sex.
Both characters read as teenagers, but they are much much older. Harrow is about 60 years old and Raith is older, but I never figured out how much.
The world building was not flushed out or explained well. We have the war of the Queens, the magic system, the underground, the circus, and Mal’s past and inevitable future. All needed more explaining.
As for the novel I expected more circus time since it was marketed that way, but we spend 5 chapters there and that’s it.
Sanctuary of Shadow wasn’t what I was expecting. I was looking forward to the circus, magic, and a deeper romance, but in the end it was weak and meh read for me. If the blurb intrigues you, I urge you to give it a shot. Just because it did not work for me does not mean it won’t for you.
As an Innkeeper Chronicles and Andrews fan, I couldn't not read the Graphic Novel version. The first novel in the series is Clean Sweep and it has beeAs an Innkeeper Chronicles and Andrews fan, I couldn't not read the Graphic Novel version. The first novel in the series is Clean Sweep and it has been formatted into two volumes, so I’ve read this first volume and am not so patiently waiting on volume two.
Such fun to see all my/our favorite Innkeeper characters in well drawn artwork with the sassy dialogue and thought balloons. If you’ve read or listened to the books then you might notice there are some subtle differences in the storyline from the original. The action scenes make you feel the energy. And, Sean and Dina’s relationship is popping with energy. You can feel the blooming romance. The artwork is artistically beautiful and engaging!
If you haven’t dived into the Innkeeper Chronicles then I highly recommend you do. The novels are a delight to read or listen to. As for the GN I enjoyed the artwork and seeing this adaptation. As a fan this was a treat!
Bewitching Bedlam is book one in the Bewitching Bedlam series by Yasmine Galenorn.
I grabbed this as a freebie to try. I’ve had my eye on this series Bewitching Bedlam is book one in the Bewitching Bedlam series by Yasmine Galenorn.
I grabbed this as a freebie to try. I’ve had my eye on this series and Ms. Galenorm for a while. I was going into this story thinking I was getting a fun B&B storyline with a cast of magic characters to enjoy; unfortunately this novel didn’t live up to what I had hoped. We do get a cast of magical characters, but it wasn’t a fun B&B storyline. Their where things I liked and things I didn’t, but it just didn’t grab me enough to have me continue the series.
To start I’m not sure if I’m missing reading books before this one or a series I should have read before Bewitching Bedlam, but it feels like I missed something. The first chapter/introduction starts with Maudlin and Aegis having sex. I’ve got no issues with sex in my books, but to jump into that when we don’t know the characters or what’s up. Ah! Then to add to my issue we jump back in time a little bit and then we come back to the present. Can you see how this might be shocking and confusing. I sure didn’t care for the beginning.
Now let’s move onto the character and world building. We don’t get enough character building for any of the characters. Nor is there any world building. We do learn about Maudlin’s past and that she is very powerful and feared by a lot of supernaturals.
Then we have the romance. I wasn’t feeling the romance between Maudlin, our witch, and Aegis, our vampire. It just felt off and I think that had to do with Maudlin being a hunter aka vampire killer in her past.
The mystery was interesting and intriguing. We’re lead in one direction and then it takes us into another direction. I like miss directions and not having it be obvious what’s going on.
I also really liked the djinn cat. He was a lot of fun and added humor.
As for the ending. I had major issues with this. Maudlin has a confrontation with five evil bad vampires and instead of saving herself she has to be saved by her boyfriend. This didn’t jive with me. Especially when we learn about her past and know that she’s powerful.
All and all Bewitching Bedlam wasn’t for me and I won’t be reading on. If the blurb intrigues you, I urge you to give it a shot. Just because it did not work for me does not mean it won’t for you.
Bear’s Midlife Baby is book two in the Shifter Nation: Fated Over Forty by Meg Ripley
The story is ok. Nothing special nor does it stand out. We spend Bear’s Midlife Baby is book two in the Shifter Nation: Fated Over Forty by Meg Ripley
The story is ok. Nothing special nor does it stand out. We spend too much time with each individual lead instead of them as a couple and then we have a few time jumps. It focuses on the leads getting their business started instead of them spending anytime together. The basic synopsis was interesting, but it lacked any depth or character development. I also didn’t understand why Chase would accept help from a rival clan instead of his own clan. This plot-line didn’t make sense. Everything felt rushed, no character development, no background development and the conflict is eh. I didn’t mind the read, but it’s nothing to rave about. I will not be reading on in the sereis.
Bear’s Midlife Midwife is book one in the Shifter Nation: Fated Over Forty by Meg Ripley
The story is ok. Nothing special nor does it stand out. EverytBear’s Midlife Midwife is book one in the Shifter Nation: Fated Over Forty by Meg Ripley
The story is ok. Nothing special nor does it stand out. Everything is so fast and instant. Its instant attraction/lust turned into love and fated mates. The basic synopsis was interesting, but it lacked any depth or character development. The relationship is rushed. The conflict is eh and the background is non-excitant. I didn’t mind the read, but it’s nothing to rave about.
Dragon’s Mate is book three in the Her Royal Dragon Pack series by Alex Lidell.
Kit is in the trials now to be a bride with multiple groups playing agaDragon’s Mate is book three in the Her Royal Dragon Pack series by Alex Lidell.
Kit is in the trials now to be a bride with multiple groups playing against her and her dragons.
This one had a lot of surprises and an evil plot. We actually learn a lot and have a lot of erotic times. We also have a surprise at the end and a cliffhanger.
I still had trouble reading this one. It had some one scene a BDSM in front of an audience and forced sex. It’s a bit much for me.
Dragon’s Mate was ok, but again I won’t be reading again and I won't be finishing the series. I’m done. Just not for me.
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