Devious Minds (A Shelby Nichols Adventure Series #8) by Colleen Helme
Blurb:
It’s been almost a year since a near-fatal gunshot wound left Shelby Nichols with the ability to read minds. In that time she’s faced one problem after another. She’s been shot at, framed for murder, and targeted by a serial killer, just to name a few. Now she’s trying to help her lawyer husband win a murder trial that will enable him to become a partner in his law firm. Sounds easy, right? But nothing ever goes as planned when it comes to Shelby Nichols.
When special agent, Blake Beauchaine, shows up to collect a debt from Shelby, things get even more complicated, and Shelby is soon on her way to Paris. A routine meeting with a rogue agent reveals a sinister plot, putting Shelby into the cross-hairs of a known terrorist. Even worse, she doesn’t speak French, so it seems her mind-reading abilities won’t help her this time.
Things go from bad to downright dangerous for Shelby, especially since her usual guardians, Uncle Joey, and his hit-man, Ramos, are back in the states. Lost and on her own in the streets of Paris, can Shelby escape the cold-blooded killer in time to stop his devious plans, or will this be the end of the line for Shelby Nichols?
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Excerpt:
Excerpt 3 – Devious Minds
My mouth watered at the thought of chocolate, and I eagerly followed him into another maze of buildings and cobbled streets. We passed a few outdoor cafés before Blake stopped at the one he wanted. We sat outside, even though it wasn’t real warm, and ordered lunch. My order of a buckwheat galette filled with ham, cheese, tomatoes and mushrooms seemed to melt in my mouth.
After finishing up and, after a quick restroom break, we left for the chocolate store. On the way, we passed the real, honest-to-goodness, Louis Vuitton shop. I swallowed and glanced inside at all those expensive and non-knock-off handbags. Blake slowed down and studied me. He was thinking I had that glazed look of a woman just about to spend more money on a purse than it was worth.
That settled me down some, and I snapped my mouth shut. Letting out a breath, I caught up with him. He shook his head at me, and I only looked back once before we continued on. Several twists and turns later, we came upon another shop with a sign above it that read “Henri Le Roux Chocolatier et Caramélier.”
I understood the chocolatier part pretty fast and eagerly stepped inside. All the chocolates were displayed behind the glass case just like jewelry in a jewelry store, and I took my time looking at them all. A young woman came out to help us, and Blake spoke to her in French, so I didn’t know what they said. She got out a box and wrapped it up, then handed it to him.
“For you madam?” she asked.
“I don’t know,” I admitted.
“What do you like?”
“Chocolate covered marshmallows,” I replied.
“Ah… I have just the thing.” She left and came back with a circular shaped plastic container with lots of square chocolates inside. “These are chocolate outside, and inside is a tender cocoa marshmallow heart. You will love it.”
“Oh, thank you… uh… merci beaucoup… très bien!”
“De rien,” she said with a smile.
While Blake paid for the chocolates, I couldn’t wait to try a piece and opened the container. I pulled out a square and carefully placed it on my tongue, then closed my mouth around it. As the chocolate flavor burst along my taste buds, I tried not to moan, but I did anyway. Next came the sweet marshmallow center, which sort of melted in my mouth. It was the most perfect chocolate-covered marshmallow I’d ever tasted in my life.
“Come on, Shelby.” Blake steered me out of the shop and checked his watch. “We have just enough time to see the Eiffel Tower, but we’ll have to take the metro. There’s a station this way.”
I followed him in a daze. I didn’t know if it was the jet lag finally catching up, or the excitement of being in Paris, or all of that chocolatey goodness. I only knew that if magic existed, this was how it felt. We came to a stairway with a railing around it and a metro sign posted above. Several kiosks lined the wall at the bottom of the stairs. Blake inserted his credit card into a kiosk and tapped on the screen until several tickets came out. He handed me half of them.
“Keep these for later.”
The Shelby Nichols Adventure Series
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About The Author:
As the author of the Shelby Nichols Adventure Series, Colleen is often asked if Shelby Nichols is her alter-ego. “Definitely,” she says. “Shelby is the epitome of everything I wish I dared to be.” Known for her laugh since she was a kid, Colleen has always tried to find the humor in every situation and continues to enjoy writing about Shelby’s adventures. “I love getting Shelby into trouble… I just don’t always know how to get her out of it!” Colleen lives in the Rocky Mountains with her family. Besides writing, she loves a good book, biking, hiking, and playing board and card games with family and friends. She loves to connect with readers and admits that fans of the series keep her writing.
Book 18 in the Otherworld/Sister of the Moon series
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The New York Times bestselling author of Panther Prowling returns to the Otherworld where one of the D’Artigo sisters faces a terrifying challenge that’s more personal than she ever could have imagined. We’re the D’Artigo sisters: savvy half-human, half-Fae ex-operatives for the Otherworld Intelligence Agency. My sister Camille is a wicked-good witch. Delilah is a two-faced werecat and a Death Maiden. And me? I’m Menolly, a vampire married to a gorgeous werepuma. As the war in Otherworld arrives, Blood Wyne, Queen of the Vampires, summons me. Apparently, my position as Roman’s consort entails more than I imagined…
As the Demon Lord Shadow Wing creates his own sinister version of the Keraastar Knights—the guardians of the spirit seals—to destroy the portals and free himself from the Sub Realms, his ally, the necromancer Telazhar, leads an assault from Otherworld into the streets of Seattle. And my sisters and I are caught dead center.
Then, on the eve of war, my wife, Nerissa, is captured. The enemy demands we surrender the rest of the spirit seals, or they are going to kill her. I will do anything to save her. Even if it means leading an army of vampires into the very depths of the Subterranean Realms…
In celebration of Yasmine Galenorn’s newest book DARKNESS RAGING (February 2nd, 2016) we’re giving away the following items in a fabulous Yasmine-themed giveaway:
ONE copy of Panther Prowling
ONE copy of Priestess Dreaming
ONE set of character art cards (9 cards total in one set)
To enter the giveaway please leave a comment below.
Winner will be announce on Feb 11th.
A little about Yasmine:
New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today bestselling author Yasmine Galenorn writes paranormal romance and urban fantasy for Berkley: the Otherworld Series, and the upcoming Fly By Night Series and Whisper Hollow Series. She’s also known for her Indigo Court Series, her paranormal mysteries, and her nonfiction metaphysical books. She is the 2011 Career Achievement Award Winner in Urban Fantasy, given by RT Magazine. She lives in Kirkland WA with her husband Samwise and their cats. Learn more about Ms. Galenorn and her books here: Website| Facebook| Facebook Discussion Group | Twitter | Goodreads
Vinyl stickers is a newest method to decorate interior or exterior of your home or office. It is easy, affordable, clean and cheaper than anything else!
All our decals are unique and made from only high quality vinyl. They are easy to apply and remove. Decals are not reusable
Install Area: decals can be applied on all smooth surfaces, such as Walls, Windows, Doors, Closets, Plastic, Metal, Tiles, Boards and etc., very easy to apply no stencils or hand painting. (Applying decals on textured wall may be a bit difficult)
All our decals are only ONE color the other color is the color of a wall
The colors you see may be different depending on your PC monitor settings
Size of decal MAY APPEAR BIGGER to show you all details
Sizes are usually FROM 22″X 22″ TO 22″X 40” depends on design
Personalized Bookmark features your choice of a unique metal charm and custom color glass birthstone bead. The personalized bookmark makes a beautiful gift, or a charming but sophisticated new bookmark for your own collection. The personalized book mark is part of my charm bookmark collection I create by combining a unique assortment of metal charms with elegant glass crystal beads. The bookmarks are flat so they won’t indent the book and the charms dangle stylishly over the spine, no matter how thick the book. They are eye catching and the perfect size to travel with.
BOOKMARK SIZE: 3.5inch (9cm)
CHARM DANGLE: Approx 1inch – 2inch
MATERIAL: Nickel Free Alloy Metal, Glass Beads
Oscar Wilde Quote A5 Notebook – Kraft Notebook – Stationery for Book Lovers – Teacher Gift – Book Lover Journal
An A5 notebook featuring a choice of witty quotes from Oscar Wilde. Perfect gift for book lovers and creative types!
These quirky notebooks are designed with an ink splash effect and makes an ideal gift for a budding writer. Printed in the UK on recycled kraft card these A5 notebooks have 48 lined pages to fill with your ideas. Pick a notebook with one of the below Oscar Wilde quotes or choose the set of all three designs for £10!
“I’m so clever that sometimes I don’t understand a single word of what I am saying.” – The Happy Prince & other stories
“An idea that is not dangerous is unworthy of being called an idea at all.” – The Critic as Artist”
“I have nothing to declare except my genius.” – Supposedly quipped by Oscar Wilde at customs control in New York, 1882.
A great stocking filler for stationery lovers this Christmas or keep it for yourself for everyday use.
If items are no longer available, please contact the seller to request further information.
We are absolutely thrilled to bring you the Review/Excerpt Tour for BLOOD ON THE BAYOU by Heather Graham! BLOOD ON THE BAYOU is A Cafferty & Quinn Series Novella brought to you by 1001 Dark Nights. It is available now, so grab your copy of this sexy novella today!
About BLOOD ON THE BAYOU: A Cafferty & Quinn Novella
From New York Times bestseller Heather Graham…
It’s winter and a chill has settled over New Orleans, binding a stream of blood that leads a tourist to a dead man, face down in the bayou.
The man has been done in by a vicious beating, so violent that his skull has been crashed in.
It’s barely a day before a second victim is found . . . once again so badly thrashed that the water runs red. The city becomes riddled with fear.
An old family friend comes to Danni Cafferty, telling her that he’s terrified, he’s certain that he’s received a message from the Blood Bayou killer–It’s your turn to pay, blood on the bayou.
The two quickly become involved, and–as they all begin to realize that a gruesome local history is being repeated–they find themselves in a fight to save not just a friend, but, perhaps, their very own lives.
an old house in the French quarter of New Orleans
Excerpt:
“People in this area all know the legends about the rougarou. Someone out there might be using the legend. In this day and age, it’s quite possible to fake a monster.”
They both looked at him with huge eyes, seemingly wanting to trust in him.
“Sound like a plan?” Quinn asked Larue.
The detective nodded. “Let’s move, though. We have to get out to Honey Swamp. We’re going to help the task force with the investigation.”
Ten minutes later they were at the hotel where the young women were staying. Quinn inspected the balcony while they gathered their belongings together. The room sat on the second floor, but the balcony might have been easily accessed from the street. There was a heavy pipe near enough for someone to crawl up and gain a grip on one of the wrought iron rails. “How did someone walk through the French Quarter all dressed up without being noticed?”
“This is New Orleans,” Larue said. “Not far from Bourbon Street. Think about it, Quinn. Does anyone really notice crazy around here? I mean, there’s a lot of crazy.”
“Something like the rougarou? A giant man with a wolf’s head?”
“Somebody walked stark naked down Bourbon Street about two days ago, and it took that long for anyone to report it to the police,” Larue told him.
“That’s not a rougarou.”
Larue shrugged. “Okay. I’ll give you that.”
“To put a spin of logic on this, I’d say that it was more than possible for a man to dress up, then crawl up here to scare Jane and Lana. It’s also possible that whoever was here had nothing to do with the murder in the swamp, or maybe someone got wind of the situation and knew that the two young women had been on the tour and decided to scare them. They’re visitors, yes, but they know the city and they might have met a young man anxious to scare them. Then he comes along and offers his presence as protection against whatever has them frightened.”
Larue did not argue.
“At any rate,” Quinn said. “Let’s go meet your friends from Pearl River.”
REVIEW PROVIDED BY: Kelly NUMBER OF HEARTS: 3
Just to let you know I have not read any of the books prior to this one in the Cafferty and Quinn series. I liked this story, but it didn’t grab me the way that I had hoped when I started. I did enjoy the history of New Orleans and the monster in the story. I think It may have been better if I had read the prior books to understand the characters a little better. But even with that I think that this story can stand alone.
Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Evil Eye Concepts in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.
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About Heather Graham:
New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Heather Graham majored in theater arts at the University of South Florida. After a stint of several years in dinner theater, back-up vocals, and bartending, she stayed home after the birth of her third child and began to write, working on short horror stories and romances. After some trial and error, she sold her first book, WHEN NEXT WE LOVE, in 1982 and since then, she has written over one hundred novels and novellas including category, romantic suspense, historical romance, vampire fiction, time travel, occult, and Christmas holiday fare. She wrote the launch books for the Dell’s Ecstasy Supreme line, Silhouette’s Shadows, and for Harlequin’s mainstream fiction imprint, Mira Books.
Heather was a founding member of the Florida Romance Writers chapter of RWA and, since 1999, has hosted the Romantic Times Vampire Ball, with all revenues going directly to children’s charity.
She is pleased to have been published in approximately twenty languages, and to have been honored with awards from Waldenbooks. B. Dalton, Georgia Romance Writers, Affaire de Coeur, Romantic Times, and more. She has had books selected for the Doubleday Book Club and the Literary Guild, and has been quoted, interviewed, or featured in such publications as The Nation, Redbook, People, and USA Today and appeared on many newscasts including local television and Entertainment Tonight. Website | Facebook | Twitter | Newsletter Sign Up | BLOOD ON THE BAYOU on Goodreads
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Heather Graham’s BLOOD ON THE BAYOU – Review & Excerpt Tour
These sweet little Book Purses are not made with old books covers, I couldn’t bear the thought of strapping a book of its pages. The cover is made from classic book covers and my own book designs, all printed on cotton fabric and binded, as a normal book would be. It’s finished with golden metal corners to embellish and protect the clutch.
This listing is for “Midsummer’s Night Dream” cover by William Shakespeare. Ideal for any occasion. A smart-chic idea for a romantic girl or a book lover! The prefect gift!!
If you want it with the chain, just purchase it separately and I’ll mount it to your book clutch. Press this link https://www.etsy.com/listing/105539462/purse-chain
My book clutches are big enough to carry your cell phone and a money purse. Dimensions: 13.5X19cm or 5.3″x7.5″
Book Club, Keep Calm Read On, Wine Glass Charms, Wine Charms, Reading, read wine charms, Bottlecap wine charm, book lover
Keep Calm & Read On. The perfect addition to your next book club meeting. Add some flair to your wine glasses with these charms. Wine charms are also a great way for guests to keep track of their glass next time you entertain! Just because something is sensible, doesn’t mean it can’t also be pretty.
For protection the images are covered with 1 inch epoxy stickers – then attached to flattened white bottle caps. Each of the six charms is attached to a 1 inch (25mm) silver colored metal hoop. A small organza bag is included to keep they safe and sound for years to come.
A Perfect Library Pillow Cover- Books, Decor, Bedding, Nursery, Girl’s Room, Jane Austen, Alice in Wonderland, Fairy Tales, Mint, Aqua, Pink
Pillow Cover made from my original photograph “A Perfect Library,” a fine art photograph of pretty books spines that include Grimm’s Fairy Tales, Anne of Green Gables, Sense and Sensibility, Alice in Wonderland and The Ladies of Grace Adieu. Great decorative pillow for a library or librarian, a teacher, a girl’s room, a nursery or any room in the house of a book lover! Color themes are pink, mint, aqua and cream.
*Made to order*
*This is for the cover only, pillow insert is not included*
Available sizes: 16×16,” “18×18,” or “20×20.” Just select the size from the drop down menu.
* 100% spun polyester poplin fabric
* Individually cut and sewn by hand
* Features a double-sided print
* Finished with a concealed zipper for ease of care
* Spot Clean
Each pillow cover is made to order from a professional printer so please allow 1-2 weeks for delivery. International orders may take longer. Sorry but I do not accept returns on merchandise other than photographs.
My Weekend is Booked Book Tote Bag, Book Tote, Book Lover Humor
My Weekend is Booked, book lovers’ inspired print on a fantastic heavy canvas book tote bag. Your choice of a Zippered or Non-Zippered Heavy Canvas Tote!!! Check out our color selection of matte and glitter prints, and leave your print color in comments section.
Product Description: Zippered Tote Bag
Heavy canvas Full length top inside zippered pocket.
Long self-fabric handles. Squared-off bottom.
Reinforced at stress points.
Size: 20″W x 15″H x 5″D
Product Description: Non-Zippered Tote Bag
Heavy Canvas Shopper.
Full side and bottom gusset.
Web handles.
Size: 4″W x 15″H x 4″D
This 14 by 15 inch tote bag is made out of heavy canvas material and comes with full side and bottom gusset for support and durability. The carrying handle will hold plenty of weight. Enjoy this book lover inspired tote bag for multiple purposes and daily activities.
Looking for that perfect gift? Canvas tote bags are excellent gifts, so many uses with one great tote bag. Trips to the library and book store of course, but also great beach bags, extra overnight bag. Economical and environment friendly 🙂
♥Looking to personalize the tote bag! We can print a personalized message or customize with name on other side of tote. Contact us for more info. This listing is for Front Print Only.
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Viviana, Enchantress of Books, has a found a little bit of everything that make great gifts instead of a gift card! Scroll down below and check out this week’s items and let me know which is your favorite?
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So many books, so little time, black and white typography wood art bookends
Two salvaged wood blocks featuring black and white typography of popular Frank Zappa quote “So many books, so little time.” Graphic is transferred by hand to both blocks of salvaged wood, making each piece original and unique.
Each set of bookends is custom made. Wood blocks are first sanded and stained in a red oak finish. Graphic is then transferred to the wood using a gel medium. Bookends are then distressed by hand and sealed with a protective coating of polyurethane.
Each salvaged wood block measures approximately 5” tall x 3 3/8” wide x 3 3/8” thick.
Please NOTE: actual colors may vary slightly from the colors depicted on your screen.
“Book Lover” T-Shirt featuring the phrase “I Mourn The Death Of Fictional Characters” is perfect for any bibliophile who takes the loss of a beloved fictional character to heart. Break out the black clothing.
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Pink Framed Initial Book Page Letter, Custom Framed Letter Book Page in Shabby White Frame, Personalized Initial for Book Lovers
Pink Framed Initial Book Page Letter, Custom Framed Letter Book Page in Shabby White Frame, Personalized Initial for Book Lovers
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Wood letter turned into art for all book lovers. Small wood letters are embellished with rolled pages from vintage books. Letters are mounted within a cute, square decorative wood frame with customized mat. This listing shows a beautiful lavender print background. Lots of color and design options! There is a satin ribbon hanger attached to the frame so it’s ready to be hung on a wall, or it can sit nicely on a shelf. (Wood frame is 6″ square; letters are slightly more than 2″.)
Each letter is carefully handcrafted and custom made for you. Book pages are affixed to the letter and then a light acrylic coating is applied for long-term durability. You can select any letter of the alphabet and a variety of mat colors (see attached photo). Likewise, the frame can come in an ornate white (cream) or black color. This listing is for one framed letter; however, they look great in groupings (initials, full name, words, etc.).
If items are no longer available, please contact the seller to request further information.
Viviana, Enchantress of Books presents “Gift Idea For The Book Lover”! Happy New Year Everyone and welcome to the first “Gift Idea For The Book Lover” for 2016! We hope you have enjoyed this series and have found some unique and cute items!!! Speaking of items… check out this week’s selections and let us know what you think!
Got book? shirt, Got Book t-shirt, women or men book top
You choose the color of your shirt and font color to make for a custom look that suites you! (see 2nd photo for Font color choices)
In order notes please include your font color choice. **If no color is noted in notes black or white will be used as the default depending on color to top selected
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Quote keyring, The book was better then the movie, Best friends, Reader book nerd, gift for her, Mom mother daughter inlaw, Novel Literature
By TheEandGCollection
$16.00 (plus S&H)
Listing is for one keyring as shown in the first 3 photos. I have one in stock and ready to ship out to you, or a friend!
If you have any questions please message us prior to checkout.
#1 —Black & White image: “The book was better” metal keyring. Comes with silver metal textured book charm and an orange flower glass bead..
Most any saying can be made into a keyring. As long as it fits into a 25mm circle. Just message us with your quote, charm choice and bead colors!
Images are 25mm and sit in a metal plate. Come on metal split keyring with the beads and charms shown!
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Once upon a time castle ring in silver, ONCE UPON a TIME, large cocktail ring, antiqued silver, aquamarine blue, princess ring
Very detailed antique silver plated castle charm torch soldered on antiqued silver plated open band adjustable ring base. Accented with small blue aquamarine color glass rhinestone on top.
Measurement:
Castle charm is about 0.75 inch(19mm) wide and 1.2 inch(30mm) in length .
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Fairy Tale Mug / Hans Christian Andersen / Typography Mug / 11 or 15 oz Mug / Free Gift Wrap Upon Request / Quote Mug
Fairy Tale Mug / Hans Christian Andersen / Typography Mug / 11 or 15 oz Mug / Free Gift Wrap Upon Request / Quote Mug
Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale. 🙂
This mug comes in both the standard 11 oz. size and a large 15 oz. Dishwasher safe, but the design will last the longest if hand-washed. Design will be placed on both sides of the mug.
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In the small southern town of McKay’s Treasure, everybody knows that the handsome local police chief, Gideon Marshall, has been carrying a torch for Moira McKay. It’s also no secret that Moira has been rejecting Gideon since…forever. But after an attack from a mysterious stranger bent on taking down the McKay family, Moira becomes filled with distrust toward most men. Now she wonders whether she’s been wrong about Gideon all along—and if it’s not too late to admit him back into her life…and into her bed…
Gideon has finally convinced his wasted heart to give up on Moira, the woman he’s loved since he was sixteen years old. But when Moira is attacked,Gideon vows to protect her. But how much is he willing to risk for a woman who’s always kept him at bay—until now? And is it too late for Moira to tell him that her love for him has always been locked deep in her heart…and he holds the key?