Thanks so much for having me here today at Books-n-Kisses! This is my first time here, so it’s always exciting to find a new place to visit.
I’m touring blogs all month with Book Monster Promotions talking about my Sons of Navarus series in preparation for the 4th novel in the series, Blood Prophecy, which is coming May 14, 2013. For readers who’ve followed the Sons from the beginning, it will be a real turning point.
I’ve had a number of people ask why I write erotic paranormal romance, especially with the new fads like 50 Shades like books and 1st person POV being so popular now. I always say the same thing: fads come and go, but vampires will always be popular. Years from now, 1st person POV is very likely going to be discouraged once again, as it has for a long time in most genres, and BDSM will lose its wow factor, but the sensuality of vampires will be around. Need proof? Name one other type of character that has been around for over a century and still enchants readers.
Vampires are sexy, partly because they’re always young and gorgeous, but also because they’re animalistic without being animals. They’re fixated on one of the sexiest areas of the body—the neck—and have a style unlike any other paranormal character. I love other types of paranormals (in fact, I introduce weres and dragon shifters into the Sons series in Blood Prophecy), but there’s no denying the classic seducer, the vampire.
They aren’t for everyone, but time has shown that readers love vampires as much today as they did when they first became popular. Who wouldn’t want a sexy male who’s forever young but has the experience of the ages seducing them?
Thanks for having me here today! Readers can grab the first five chapters of Blood Prophecy for FREE as they wait for the May 14th release of the full book. Find links and details at my website at www.gabriellebisset.com For more information on the Sons of Navarus series, readers can visit my website for excerpts, buy links, character profiles, swag (romance trading cards), and free desktop wallpapers to bring those delicious Sons to your computer. And look for Blood Prophecy coming soon!
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Sons of Navarus Series Blurb:
Eight vampire warriors descended from the gods and chosen to defend their world against the Archon takeover, each dedicated to the war they must win. But there’s another side to these Sons of Navarus—one that only the women they love know. Behind the strength they need to defeat their enemies lies a passion different in each one of the Sons. Their war will take them around the world and even involve the gods themselves, but they must unlock the secrets of the Prophecy of Idolas to defeat the Archons or perish in trying for none of their kind can be safe if the Archons win this battle.
*****
Blood Avenged
Sons of Navarus #1
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I am everything you desire. I am vampire.
Powerful and manipulative, Vasilije does as he pleases. A vampire beholden to no one, he takes what he desires, drinking deeply the pleasures this life has to offer.
When one of his own is staked, Vasilije must travel to New Orleans to exact his revenge. There he meets Sasa, a beautiful woman who arouses him like no other has for centuries. Vasilije’s need for vengeance is equaled only by his passion for her, but what he finds in his revenge is just the beginning…
*****
Blood Betrayed
Sons of Navarus #2
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I am everything forbidden. I am vampire.
Haunted by betrayal, Saint hides in the human world, giving his heart to no one and finding the only solace from his past in the arms of human women. Now as the Archons begin their takeover of the vampire world, this Son of Navarus has been marked for death.
Summoned to defeat the Archons by the world that shunned him, Saint must face his past and Solenne, the woman he loved and lost a century ago, for only in accepting her will his body and soul finally find salvation.
*****
Blood Spirit
Sons of Navarus #3
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I am everything you seek. I am vampire.
Blessed with the gift of telepathy, Terek always knows what a woman wants. His gift has afforded him nightly sensual pleasures and exotic treats for centuries, but beneath the surface he yearns for much more.
Ilona can give him what his soul craves, but only if he trusts his heart. One fateful choice made out of desire puts all he cares for in danger. With a civil war and the threat of Archon hunters at every turn, this Son may lose everything if he can’t find the balance between heart and mind.
*****
Blood Prophecy
Sons of Navarus #4
COMING MAY 14!
I am everything you fear. I am vampire.
As the two Sons chosen to decipher the Prophecy of Idolas, Ramiel and Thane journey to find the key to defeating the Archons. Together with Noele, a born vampire, they confront their fates as they fulfill their duty to their world. Along the way, they’ll find love, but death and betrayal lurk in the shadows, threatening everything dear to them.
Descended from the gods and warriors all, each Son’s loyalty will be tested. Every action has consequences, and the choices they make now seal their fates. Alliances as old as the vampire world itself are reforged, and the Sons’ duty is clear. Stop the Archons. Or die trying.
Download the FREE 5 Chapter Preview below!
Kobo | Amazon or download epub format on Gabrielle’s website (scroll down to bottom of page)
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
I’m a UF/PNR author and my newest releases are Blood Spirit, the third book in my new series Sons of Navarus, and the Sons short stories Longing and The Deepest Cut.
For me, a book does more than just tell a story. It transports readers away from their daily lives to another place where they can be a part of something different than the common and everyday. I’m always so touched when readers tell me they felt like they were a part of the story when they read my books.
When I’m not writing, I can be found reading romance novels but often mysteries, cookbooks, and anything dealing with ancient and medieval history and European history, in general. I also love the outdoors, so I enjoy the wonderful weather Pennsylvania has to offer. I live there with my son and a herd of pets.
Connect with Gabrielle:
Website | Facebook | S.O.N. FB Page | Twitter | Goodreads
GIVEAWAY DETAILS
Gabrielle is offering up the following prizes. This is a tour wide giveaway.
Grand Prize:
Autographed copies of the first three books in the series (Blood Avenged, Blood Betrayed, Blood Spirit) and SWAG (bookmarks, trading cards, cover flat, etc.) to ONE lucky winner.
Runners-Up:
THREE runners up will receive a SWAG pack
Thanks so much for being a part of the Sons tour! It’s great to be here!
~Gabrielle
See you learn something new from every one of these blog hops…introducing weres and dragon shifters in Blood Prophecy…very interesting…cannot wait to get my hands on this one 🙂
If you haven’t picked up the Sons of Navarus series yet this is a great time to start!
Thanks for stopping by, Lois! It’s going to be an interesting ride to the end. 🙂
Cant wait for Blood Prophecy now. Its going to be exciting meeting all the new characters, and catching up with the ones we love The Sons are an exciting series, wonderful read for vampire lovers
Thanks Julie! I think you’re going to love the new book!
When I was first introduced to this series I read the first 3 books in 2 days – I can’t wait for #4. Heather
Thanks so much, Heather! I’m happy you’re enjoying the story. It’s going to get very interesting soon…
I’m with you, Gabrielle. The lure of the Vampire is the sexiest, I think, and your boys are by far the most animalistically sensuous!! I really can’t wait to read Blood Prophecy and see what is going to happen and who will make it to the end of the book and who won’t!
Thanks, Phyllis! I’m so eager for readers to see where the series goes from here. It’s hard to keep all that info to myself! LOL
I can’t wait to read this series.
I have always been a vamp girl and no matter what other PRN book I read I always ALWAYS find myself going back to my vamps. I even had my dentist make my canine teeth juuuuust a little bit more pointy. Looking forward to May 14th. Wonder if someone will take Saints place in my heart. 😉
Finally Blood Prophecy is nearing it’s release date. I’m so excited to finally read Ramiel’s story! But undoubtly, I’ll be chomping at the bit, for the next one too!
This series is on my TRL. Love the covers, the excerpts I’ve been able to read so far.
Thanks for doing the Blog Tour and I’ve got my fingers crossed .
Carol L
I do agree with all of the ideas you’ve introduced on your post. They are really convincing and can certainly work. Nonetheless, the posts are very short for novices. May you please extend them a bit from subsequent time? Thank you for the post.