Saturday, April 28, 2012
"Halfway to the Grave" by Jeaniene Frost (A Night Huntress Novel)
****
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...
I think I really like Bones...Yeap.. Gorgeous, Gorgeous...and Vamp??OH YEA!! Great story, Cat is a crazy, butt kicking chick!!!! There were several times in this book where a stray giggle would escape, earning me (WTF) looks from the hubby...Bahahaha. I really need the next book...Like seriously NOW!!! This is a short review due to time issues and having alot more to read. I want all my (vamp story addicts) to get there tushies to the bookstores and get this book....MUST read!!!! Great imagination!!!! Easy to read, fantastic descriptions, IN LOVE with Bones...and his little buddy???OH YEA!!!
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...
I think I really like Bones...Yeap.. Gorgeous, Gorgeous...and Vamp??OH YEA!! Great story, Cat is a crazy, butt kicking chick!!!! There were several times in this book where a stray giggle would escape, earning me (WTF) looks from the hubby...Bahahaha. I really need the next book...Like seriously NOW!!! This is a short review due to time issues and having alot more to read. I want all my (vamp story addicts) to get there tushies to the bookstores and get this book....MUST read!!!! Great imagination!!!! Easy to read, fantastic descriptions, IN LOVE with Bones...and his little buddy???OH YEA!!!
"Inked Magic" by Jory Strong
****
From the New York Times bestselling author of Healer's Choice comes the story of a woman with the power of touch. Skin doesn't lie to her. It is her gift, sometimes her curse. She feels what others felt, and sees the things held in their memories...
With the touch of her palms to the skin of a crime victim, San Francisco tattoo artist Etaรญn can see the faces of the guilty and draw them. Changeling elf but unaware of it, at odds with her police captain father and FBI agent brother, magic and gift have put her in the path of two compelling men.
Cathal Dunne, the son of an Irish mob boss, needs Etaรญn's help finding the rapists who left his cousin for dead. Eamon, a powerful elf lord, is determined to make her his consort-wife.
Her gift once made permanence impossible when it came to a lover. Now, as she approaches the transition to fully Elven, her survival depends on keeping two. One of the men is willing to share her. The other isn't-until the search for a sexual predator turns deadly, and only by paying magic's price will there be any future at all...
Okay officially my second erotica...or maybe not...But I loved the story line and I WANT MORE OF ETAIN!!!! An amazing story of a erotically gorgeous tattoo artist who just happens to be elven??? HOT totally hot. I am having a hard time choosing which male is hotter...in the past i have never liked blonds....but the irish mob dark and dangerous...oh yeah!!!!! Please please write another novel to follow this one!!! PLEASE?????? Awesome job Jory Strong!!!! Not only did you do amazing with descriptions(whew) but your story line was awesome!!!!! If you want total hot romance....or other ;), and you want an easy and exciting read...YOU HAVE TO READ THIS!!! Like NOW!!!!!!!Thank you to Goodreads Giveaways for the book!!!
From the New York Times bestselling author of Healer's Choice comes the story of a woman with the power of touch. Skin doesn't lie to her. It is her gift, sometimes her curse. She feels what others felt, and sees the things held in their memories...
With the touch of her palms to the skin of a crime victim, San Francisco tattoo artist Etaรญn can see the faces of the guilty and draw them. Changeling elf but unaware of it, at odds with her police captain father and FBI agent brother, magic and gift have put her in the path of two compelling men.
Cathal Dunne, the son of an Irish mob boss, needs Etaรญn's help finding the rapists who left his cousin for dead. Eamon, a powerful elf lord, is determined to make her his consort-wife.
Her gift once made permanence impossible when it came to a lover. Now, as she approaches the transition to fully Elven, her survival depends on keeping two. One of the men is willing to share her. The other isn't-until the search for a sexual predator turns deadly, and only by paying magic's price will there be any future at all...
Okay officially my second erotica...or maybe not...But I loved the story line and I WANT MORE OF ETAIN!!!! An amazing story of a erotically gorgeous tattoo artist who just happens to be elven??? HOT totally hot. I am having a hard time choosing which male is hotter...in the past i have never liked blonds....but the irish mob dark and dangerous...oh yeah!!!!! Please please write another novel to follow this one!!! PLEASE?????? Awesome job Jory Strong!!!! Not only did you do amazing with descriptions(whew) but your story line was awesome!!!!! If you want total hot romance....or other ;), and you want an easy and exciting read...YOU HAVE TO READ THIS!!! Like NOW!!!!!!!Thank you to Goodreads Giveaways for the book!!!
"Hereafter" by Tara Hudson
*****
Can there truly be love after death?
Drifting in the dark waters of a mysterious river, the only thing Amelia knows for sure is that she's dead. With no recollection of her past life--or her actual death--she's trapped alone in a nightmarish existence. All of this changes when she tries to rescue a boy, Joshua, from drowning in her river. As a ghost, she can do nothing but "will" him to live. Yet in an unforgettable moment of connection, she helps him survive.
Amelia and Joshua grow ever closer as they begin to uncover the strange circumstances of her death and the secrets of the dark river that held her captive for so long. But even while they struggle to keep their bond hidden from the living world, a frightening spirit named Eli is doing everything in his power to destroy their newfound happiness and drag Amelia back into the ghost world . . . forever.
Thrilling and evocative, with moments of pure pleasure, "Hereafter" is a sensation you won't want to miss.
Okay before I begin. I went to Highschool with the author of this book and I am telling all of you now that I did NOT give her 5 stars because of that reason. You must read it to find out why I did give her 5 stars... On to review...
O...M...G... Total awesome story. I could NOT put the book down so, ya'll know me, I read it in about 5 hours. Total different approach to the paranormal romances. Completely original thinking and a fantastic working into the "Hereafter". Lead characters are interesting and mysterious and absolutely beautifully described. The story line held my attention till the end. Incredible characters (bad guys and good guys) I am itching to get my hands on her next in the series...June....... And would make an AMAZING MOVIE!!! Now all that said...Amazing Job Tara!!!!! (Sorry it took me so long to read it)
Sunday, April 22, 2012
"Moon Called" by Patricia Briggs
*****
Werewolves can be dangerous if you get in their way, but they'll leave you alone if you are careful. They are very good at hiding their natures from the human population, but I'm not human. I know them when I meet them, and they know me, too.
Mercy Thompson's sexy next-door neighbor is a werewolf.
She's tinkering with a VW bus at her mechanic shop that happens to belong to a vampire.
But then, Mercy Thompson is not exactly normal herself ... and her connection to the world of things that go bump in the night is about to get her into a whole lot of trouble.
Werewolves can be dangerous if you get in their way, but they'll leave you alone if you are careful. They are very good at hiding their natures from the human population, but I'm not human. I know them when I meet them, and they know me, too.
Mercy Thompson's sexy next-door neighbor is a werewolf.
She's tinkering with a VW bus at her mechanic shop that happens to belong to a vampire.
But then, Mercy Thompson is not exactly normal herself ... and her connection to the world of things that go bump in the night is about to get her into a whole lot of trouble.
Okay I officially have another author that I love. Patricia Briggs writes amazing!!! Mercy is me....sort-of. I love her attitude and how trouble finds her. She is officially one of my favorite characters. Whats up with the vamp? Hot or Not? And her neighbour???? Poor Mercy, but man is she a bad ass!!!!! Anyway this book is a MUST READ. I love love loved it and I am dying to get my hands on more Patricia Briggs books!!!
Saturday, April 21, 2012
"Key of Valor" by Nora Roberts (Key Trilogy Book 3)
****
Zoe had eaten in this dining room before, with its soaring ceilings and roaring fire. She knew how lovely everything looked under the lights of the chandeliers and the glow of candles.
But this time, she knew without a doubt the way the evening would end. It wouldn't be a matter of a lottery. It wouldn't be the luck of the draw.
Both Malory and Dana had taken their turns. She helped them. She knew she'd contributed ideas, support, even comfort. But when push came to shove, she understood the burden had been on each of them, in their turn. In the end, both Malory and Dana had to reach deep inside themselves every bit a much as they'd had to reach for the tangible key.
Now it was her burden, her risk. Her chance.
She had to be brave enough, smart enough, strong enough, or everything they'd done before her would be for nothing.
OMG. Zoe's book was the totally best. She is so adorible, strong. What a great ending to a trilogy of amazing books. I dont like to give away anything in my reviews, but I do and will always comment on fab books. These are going to be my re-reads...I believe Nora is on my top fav authors along with my other favs.....Like I said before, Must read, I completely enjoyed this awesome story. Nora is really easy to read and is clearly an amazing writer. Her imagination is fantastic and she really pulls the reader into the story and doesnt let go until the books are finished....yet then you still sit around and wonder what happened after everything was complete...Did the girls stay friends and keep up in the business????Anyway on to another (hopefully) fantastic book.....
Zoe had eaten in this dining room before, with its soaring ceilings and roaring fire. She knew how lovely everything looked under the lights of the chandeliers and the glow of candles.
But this time, she knew without a doubt the way the evening would end. It wouldn't be a matter of a lottery. It wouldn't be the luck of the draw.
Both Malory and Dana had taken their turns. She helped them. She knew she'd contributed ideas, support, even comfort. But when push came to shove, she understood the burden had been on each of them, in their turn. In the end, both Malory and Dana had to reach deep inside themselves every bit a much as they'd had to reach for the tangible key.
Now it was her burden, her risk. Her chance.
She had to be brave enough, smart enough, strong enough, or everything they'd done before her would be for nothing.
OMG. Zoe's book was the totally best. She is so adorible, strong. What a great ending to a trilogy of amazing books. I dont like to give away anything in my reviews, but I do and will always comment on fab books. These are going to be my re-reads...I believe Nora is on my top fav authors along with my other favs.....Like I said before, Must read, I completely enjoyed this awesome story. Nora is really easy to read and is clearly an amazing writer. Her imagination is fantastic and she really pulls the reader into the story and doesnt let go until the books are finished....yet then you still sit around and wonder what happened after everything was complete...Did the girls stay friends and keep up in the business????Anyway on to another (hopefully) fantastic book.....
"Key of Knowledge" by Nora Roberts (Key Trilogy Book 2)
****
Even with all Dana had seen and done, with all she'd been a part of over the last four weeks, it was hard to believe she was stretched out in the backseat of her mother's car, heading back up the steep winding road to the great stone house of Warrior's Peak. And what waited for her there.
It wasn't storming, as it had been on her first trip to the Peak, after receiving that intriguing invitation for "cocktails and conversation" from Rowena and Pitte, an invitation that had gone out to only two other women. And she wasn't alone. And this time, she thought, she knew exactly what she was in for.
Idly, she opened the notebook she'd brought along and read the summary she'd written of the story she'd heard on her first visit to Warrior's Peak.
Each daughter, demi-goddess, has a specific talent or gift. One is art, or beauty, the other is knowledge or truth, the third is courage or valor. A spell is cast on the daughters. The daughters' souls are stolen, locked in a glass box, known as the Box of Souls, which can only be opened by three keys turned by human hands. If the quest is completed, the Box of Souls will be opened and The Daughters of Glass freed. And the three women would have a cool one million dollars each.
An interesting story, Dana mused, until you understood it wasn't a story but a fact. Until you understood you were one of the three women who had the means to unlock the Box of Souls. Then it just got weird...
Yes Just as I thought. Dana...I love love love her character...Stubbern...lol. Pitte Yummmmm. Yes quite yum. Its hard to drool over a character in a book...YET how well Nora describes the characters...i was quite drooling.....I am again patiently freaking out so i can grab the next book and get to town...I bet I can finish it in less than a day....SHhhhh took me 7 hours on this baby. Grats Nora, A MUST READ!!!!!
Even with all Dana had seen and done, with all she'd been a part of over the last four weeks, it was hard to believe she was stretched out in the backseat of her mother's car, heading back up the steep winding road to the great stone house of Warrior's Peak. And what waited for her there.
It wasn't storming, as it had been on her first trip to the Peak, after receiving that intriguing invitation for "cocktails and conversation" from Rowena and Pitte, an invitation that had gone out to only two other women. And she wasn't alone. And this time, she thought, she knew exactly what she was in for.
Idly, she opened the notebook she'd brought along and read the summary she'd written of the story she'd heard on her first visit to Warrior's Peak.
Each daughter, demi-goddess, has a specific talent or gift. One is art, or beauty, the other is knowledge or truth, the third is courage or valor. A spell is cast on the daughters. The daughters' souls are stolen, locked in a glass box, known as the Box of Souls, which can only be opened by three keys turned by human hands. If the quest is completed, the Box of Souls will be opened and The Daughters of Glass freed. And the three women would have a cool one million dollars each.
An interesting story, Dana mused, until you understood it wasn't a story but a fact. Until you understood you were one of the three women who had the means to unlock the Box of Souls. Then it just got weird...
Yes Just as I thought. Dana...I love love love her character...Stubbern...lol. Pitte Yummmmm. Yes quite yum. Its hard to drool over a character in a book...YET how well Nora describes the characters...i was quite drooling.....I am again patiently freaking out so i can grab the next book and get to town...I bet I can finish it in less than a day....SHhhhh took me 7 hours on this baby. Grats Nora, A MUST READ!!!!!
"Key of Light" by Nora Roberts (Key Trilogy Book One)
****
The pleasure of your company is desired for cocktails and conversation. 8pm, 4th September. Warrior's Peak.
When Malory Price is issued with the above invitation she is naturally suspicious. But with her overdraft at crisis limit and on the verge of losing her job, she has little to lose by attending the event.
Only Malory is about to get more than she bargained for. At Warrior's Peak she finds that she and two other women are the only guests of their mysterious hosts. They are told an amazing story of magic, gods and goddesses; and of three demi-goddesses who have been cast into an eternal sleep, their mortal souls placed under lock and key. And in every generation, three women are born who alone have the power to free them - if they are prepared to accept the challenge...
Holy Wow. Was not expecting the story to go that far in depth. I am in love with Warrior's Peak. I want it as my home, only I want it in Ireland.....Yes....Anyway. The story line is awesome and it leaves you drooling and itching to grab book two. Which is waiting patiently for me to finish this review. I loved it, I loved the characters and I thought I was a fantastic read. Key of Light is a MUST READ...Loved it!!! Man, my heart was pounding so loud...
The pleasure of your company is desired for cocktails and conversation. 8pm, 4th September. Warrior's Peak.
When Malory Price is issued with the above invitation she is naturally suspicious. But with her overdraft at crisis limit and on the verge of losing her job, she has little to lose by attending the event.
Only Malory is about to get more than she bargained for. At Warrior's Peak she finds that she and two other women are the only guests of their mysterious hosts. They are told an amazing story of magic, gods and goddesses; and of three demi-goddesses who have been cast into an eternal sleep, their mortal souls placed under lock and key. And in every generation, three women are born who alone have the power to free them - if they are prepared to accept the challenge...
Holy Wow. Was not expecting the story to go that far in depth. I am in love with Warrior's Peak. I want it as my home, only I want it in Ireland.....Yes....Anyway. The story line is awesome and it leaves you drooling and itching to grab book two. Which is waiting patiently for me to finish this review. I loved it, I loved the characters and I thought I was a fantastic read. Key of Light is a MUST READ...Loved it!!! Man, my heart was pounding so loud...
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Sunday, April 15, 2012
"The Fire" by James Patterson (Witch and Wizard Book Three)
*****
Whit and Wisty Allgood have sacrificed everything to lead the resistance against the merciless totalitarian regime that governs their world. Its supreme leader, The One Who Is The One, has banned everything they hold dear: books, music, art, and imagination. But the growing strength of the siblings' magic hasn't been enough to stop the One's evil rampage, and now he's executed the only family they had left.
Wisty knows that the time has finally come for her to face The One. But her fight and her fire only channel more power to this already invincible being. How can she and Whit possibly prepare for their imminent showdown with the ruthless villain that devastated their world-before he can truly become all-powerful?
In this stunning climax of the epic Witch & Wizard series, the stakes have never been higher-and the consequences will change everything...
I so cried... Literally. I believe I was cussing outloud. James Patterson is a prize author and I believe will continue to grow as such. As I have said before, Amazing detail, descriptions, and loads of humor, terror, action and adventure. I am so waiting to see what is next!!!!! Loved it and again it is a MUST READ!!!!
Whit and Wisty Allgood have sacrificed everything to lead the resistance against the merciless totalitarian regime that governs their world. Its supreme leader, The One Who Is The One, has banned everything they hold dear: books, music, art, and imagination. But the growing strength of the siblings' magic hasn't been enough to stop the One's evil rampage, and now he's executed the only family they had left.
Wisty knows that the time has finally come for her to face The One. But her fight and her fire only channel more power to this already invincible being. How can she and Whit possibly prepare for their imminent showdown with the ruthless villain that devastated their world-before he can truly become all-powerful?
In this stunning climax of the epic Witch & Wizard series, the stakes have never been higher-and the consequences will change everything...
I so cried... Literally. I believe I was cussing outloud. James Patterson is a prize author and I believe will continue to grow as such. As I have said before, Amazing detail, descriptions, and loads of humor, terror, action and adventure. I am so waiting to see what is next!!!!! Loved it and again it is a MUST READ!!!!
"The Gift" by James Patterson (Witch and Wizard Book Two)
*****
When Whit & Wisty were imprisoned by the wicked forces of the totalitarian regime known as the New Order, they were barely able to escape with their lives. Now part of a hidden community of teens like themselves, Whit and Wisty have established themselves as leaders of the Resistance, willing to sacrifice anything to save kids kidnapped and brutally imprisoned by the New Order. But the One has other plans in store for them: He needs Wisty, for she is "The One Who Has the Gift." While trying to figure out what that means, Whit and Wisty's suspenseful adventures through Overworld and Shadowland lead to a jaw-dropping climax and conclusion: the highly-anticipated fulfillment of the heart-pounding opening prologue of book one...The Execution of the Allgoods.
OMG what now??? The One is the most disgusting person I have ever visualized!!!! I soooooooooo couldnt put this book down. I was on the edge of my seat, I was cooking with this book in hand!!!! I think I finished it in around 6 hours!!! EEEEEP!!! James Patterson is a fantastic author and I will always grab his books up. Again fantastic characters, fantastic horror, drama, humor, and most definately action. The shadowland is so spooky and eerie and my skin automatically begins to get goosebumps...eweee. I am going to jump right in to book three!!!! Awesome read MUST READ to everyone!!!!!!!
When Whit & Wisty were imprisoned by the wicked forces of the totalitarian regime known as the New Order, they were barely able to escape with their lives. Now part of a hidden community of teens like themselves, Whit and Wisty have established themselves as leaders of the Resistance, willing to sacrifice anything to save kids kidnapped and brutally imprisoned by the New Order. But the One has other plans in store for them: He needs Wisty, for she is "The One Who Has the Gift." While trying to figure out what that means, Whit and Wisty's suspenseful adventures through Overworld and Shadowland lead to a jaw-dropping climax and conclusion: the highly-anticipated fulfillment of the heart-pounding opening prologue of book one...The Execution of the Allgoods.
OMG what now??? The One is the most disgusting person I have ever visualized!!!! I soooooooooo couldnt put this book down. I was on the edge of my seat, I was cooking with this book in hand!!!! I think I finished it in around 6 hours!!! EEEEEP!!! James Patterson is a fantastic author and I will always grab his books up. Again fantastic characters, fantastic horror, drama, humor, and most definately action. The shadowland is so spooky and eerie and my skin automatically begins to get goosebumps...eweee. I am going to jump right in to book three!!!! Awesome read MUST READ to everyone!!!!!!!
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