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Kelly reviews Staked by Kevin Hearne

stakedTITLE: Staked
SERIES #: The Iron Druid Chronicles #8
CHARACTERS: Atticus, Graunaile, Owen and of course Oberon and Orlaith
AUTHOR: Kevin Hearne
NARRATOR: Luke Daniels
PUBLICATION DATE: January 26, 2016
AUDIO RUN TIME: 11 hours & 21 minutes
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | Audible | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Iron Druid Atticus O’Sullivan, hero of Kevin Hearne’s epic New York Times bestselling urban fantasy series, has a point to make—and then drive into a vampire’s heart.

When a druid has lived for two thousand years like Atticus, he’s bound to run afoul of a few vampires. Make that legions of them. Even his former friend and legal counsel turned out to be a bloodsucking backstabber. Now the toothy troublemakers—led by power-mad pain-in-the-neck Theophilus—have become a huge problem requiring a solution. It’s time to make a stand.

As always, Atticus wouldn’t mind a little backup. But his allies have problems of their own. Ornery archdruid Owen Kennedy is having a wee bit of troll trouble: Turns out when you stiff a troll, it’s not water under the bridge. Meanwhile, Granuaile is desperate to free herself of the Norse god Loki’s mark and elude his powers of divination—a quest that will bring her face-to-face with several Slavic nightmares.

As Atticus globetrots to stop his nemesis Theophilus, the journey leads to Rome. What better place to end an immortal than the Eternal City? But poetic justice won’t come without a price: In order to defeat Theophilus, Atticus may have to lose an old friend.

Review:
5!!!
Quickie: Epic!!!! Tears!!! Laughter!!! Always pay the trolls and what where you punch them….. oh and loved the Mulder reference!!!

Full Review:
It was so good to get back into the Iron Druid world!! I have been in love with this series since the very beginning. The combination of Kevin’s story telling and Luke Daniel’s talent and voice makes for some epic adventures. STAKED was another epic journey for Atticus, Granuaile and Owen.
**spoiler if you haven’t finished SHATTERED**
STAKED picks up where we left off in SHATTERED with Atticus trying to figure out a way to rid the world of vampires, Granuaile trying to find away to free herself and Owen well, just being Owen…
There was a lot that happened in this book. And I don’t want to get anything away with spoilers. So let’s just say that I will never be able to look or think of Trolls in the same way, not sure Owen will either. Granuaile comes into her own and kicks some serious butt. Atticus learns that sometimes you have to trust the wrong people to get the right answer. Oberon and Orlaith are fun as always!!

There is heartbreak in this story. Which I will tell you is really bad when you are driving and listening to the audio book and start crying.. So just be warned.

As always the wickedly talented Luke blows me away with his ability to bring Kevin’s characters to life.

I can’t wait to see what is next in this series and where Kevin will take Attiucs, Granuaile and Owen next. Oh and the hounds too!!!

Disclaimer:
I purchased an audio version of this book and I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & Del Rey in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Kelly & Kimberly review Mercury Striking by Rebecca Zanetti

mercury strikingTITLE: Mercury Striking
SERIES #: The Scorpius Syndrome #1
CHARACTERS: Jax Mercury & Lynn Harmony
AUTHOR: Rebecca Zanetti
PUBLICATION DATE: January 26, 2016
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
With nothing but rumors to lead her, Lynne Harmony has trekked across a nightmare landscape to find one man—a mysterious, damaged legend who protects the weak and leads the strong. He’s more than muscle and firepower—and in post-plague L.A., he’s her only hope. As the one woman who could cure the disease, Lynn is the single most volatile—and vulnerable—creature in this new and ruthless world. But face to face with Jax Mercury…

Danger has never looked quite so delicious

KELLY’S REVIEW:
5 Hearts Where do you begin when a story blows you away? When I read Scorpius Rising (the prequel to this series. If you have not read this go read. It give you an awesome foundation for the whole Scorpius Syndrome series). I knew this was going to be a very interesting and intense series. And boy howdy was I right.
Mercury Striking picks up where we left off in Scorpius Rising with the world in complete and utter disarray. We follow Lynne Harmony in her plight to find a way to slow down the Scorpius bacteria. Lynne great!!! I loved her in the prequel and loved her even more after Scorpius Rising. She is determine, loyal and willing to do what it takes to get the job done. Even if that means blackmailing Jax into doing her dirty work.
This bring me to Jax Mercury. If there is ever an apocalypse I want a Jax Mercury my leader. Jax is everything you can image about a bad-boy soldier. And he is perfect. Even Jax’s flaws are perfect. I will tell you that he is a bit of an ass in the beginning, but he will grow on you. I loved these two. Love their journey. I am already looking forward to what will happen next to them.
But Jax & Lynne were not the only characters that I fell in love with. Wyatt, Sami, Tace, Raze and Bryon are all amazing.
If you are looking for a new series that will knock your socks off, pull at your heartstrings, make you root for the underdogs and want to see the world survive the Scorpius apocalypse. You really need to pick up a copy of Mercury Striking and find out if there is a chance for the world.

Favorite Line:
“Jesus.” He pressed his palm against her breastbone-directly above her heart.

“I like the blue.”

“ You feel good. Can I keep you?” she mumbled.

KIMBERLY’S REVIEW:
4 Hearts I automatically request anything from Zanetti. I have enjoyed every book she has written so far and I can say the same about this. The problem was with me. I am not into the whole post-apocalyptic world. Never wanted to read Hunger Games. Don’t pick futuristic stories. It is just not my style. So when I rated this book I kept that in mind.

The other thing was I did not read the novella, Scorpius Rising, so I was a bit confused about this world. So all-in-all I started by having a hard time reading this. But then I decided to get into the characters and the story and sort of ignore the world it is set in. And while it might not have been easy I was able to enjoy the story. I enjoyed Jax and Lynn and enjoyed the other characters in the book as well. I wouldn’t say it is my favorite Zanetti book. Trust me I have a list a mile long for that. But considering everything this is an enjoyable read.

I would definitely tell you to read the novella first. I can only imagine that it will help and like I started with… Anything from Zanetti is worth reading.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & Kensington Books-Zebra in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Kelly reviews No Other Darkness by Sarah Hilary

no other darknessTITLE: No Other Darkness
SERIES #: DI Marnie Rome #2
CHARACTERS: DI Marine Rome
AUTHOR: Sarah Hilary
NARRATOR: Justine Eyre
RUN TIME: 10 hours & 24 minutes
PUBLICATION DATE:
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | Audible | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Sarah Hilary, winner of the 2015 Theakston’s Crime Novel of the Year for SOMEONE ELSE’S SKIN returns with the phenomenal follow-up to the critically acclaimed Richard and Judy pick. David Mark says that NO OTHER DARKNESS is ‘truly mesmerising’, with Eva Dolan calling it ‘utterly gripping’. D.I. Marnie Rome is back with her most complex case to date.

Two young boys.
Trapped underground in a bunker.
Unable to understand why they are there.
Desperate for someone to find them.
Slowly realizing that no-one will…

Five years later, the boys’ bodies are found and the most difficult case of DI Marnie Rome’s career begins.

Her only focus is the boys. She has to find out who they are and what happened to them.

For Marnie, there is no other darkness than this

REVIEW:
4.75 Hearts No Other Darkness is Ms. Hilary’s follow up story to her amazing debut novel Someone Else’s Skin (go read this one!!!) and boy howdy did she knock this one out of the park!!!!

No Other Darkness is filled with so many twists and turns that I worried I would never find my way out of the maze of this story. We find our self once again following DI Marnie Rome investigating the finding of two young bodies. Two young bodies that have been down in that bunker for 4-5 years. Two young bodies in the dark, in the cold and left behind.
Man, I am not even sure how to tell how much this story was disturbed me and intrigued me. I don’t want to say anything to give anything away or give you any clues. If you are a suspense fan you will love this series. I am already excited for the next DI Marnie Rome story.
Ms. Justine Eyre as always does an amazing job as her role as narrator. Ms. Eyre is one of my favorite narrators out there. I love a narrator that can make each character sound so different. It is great when you can close your eyes (but not while I am driving, which is where I do most of my listening), just listen and you know who each character is speaking before you are told.

Again, I can not wait for the next novel in this series. And yes, it will be on my pre-order audible list.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Tantor Media in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Kelly reviews Known by Kendra Elliot

knownTITLE: Known
SERIES #: Bone Secrets #5
CHARACTERS: Chris Jacobs & Gianna Trask
AUTHOR: Kendra Elliot
PUBLICATION DATE: January 19, 2016
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
After a brutal snowstorm in the Cascade Mountains, Chris Jacobs discovers two things he never expected to see: the charred shell of a cabin and Gianna Trask and her sixteen-year-old daughter huddled in an SUV, having barely escaped from their burning vacation rental.

Still scarred from a childhood ordeal, Chris knows there’s something sinister about the scene—it’s the stench of burned flesh.

Forced to wait out the blizzard in their rescuer’s retreat, medical examiner Gianna Trask wonders if her hidden past has finally caught up with her. When a body is found in the destroyed cabin’s ashes and a forest ranger is brutally murdered, both Gianna and Chris must confront their secrets—to escape the violent threat lurking outside.

In the fifth book in the Bone Secrets series, Kendra Elliot leads readers on a dangerous, twisting journey of two lives forever changed by a fiery snowstorm in the mountains.

REVIEW:
Finally!!! We finally get Chris’ story.
When we first met Chris in Buried (book #3 in the series, I would suggest reading Buried 1st) I knew that his story was going to be a very emotional one. As a child Chris lived through a hell that no one should have have to live through. But since his Michael and Jamie forced him into the real world Chris has had to learn to live again. If not for himself, but for his son and his family. But now Chris finds himself in another life or death battle. But this time it is not just his life that is in danger it is the beautiful stranger and her brave daughter.
Gianna has her own demons that she has had to deal with over the years. But nothing could prepare her for the events that were about to happen when she choice to take a weekend trip into the Cascade mountains.
This was an amazing story!! There were so many things that I was not expecting to happen. Ms. Elliot does a great job of bring us a romantic suspense story that not only makes us want to read fast and keep those pages turning. But also to show us that love even when it is totally unexpected can heal some of the deepest wounds that someone can have.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & Amazon Publishing/ Montlake Romance in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Kelly reviews Whisper Of Sin by Nalini Singh

whisper of sinTITLE: Whisper of Sin
SERIES #: Psy-Changeling #0.6
CHARACTERS: Emmett & Ria
AUTHOR: Nalini Singh
PUBLICATION DATE: February 25, 2014
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
“Please note that Whisper of Sin is a reissue. It was first published in the multi-author anthology, Burning Up. This is the worldwide stand-alone ebook release for those who wanted to buy only this novella from the anthology.

For those of you who have Wild Invitation, this novella wasn’t in that collection.” – Nalini Singh

A PSY-CHANGELING NOVELLA BY “THE ALPHA AUTHOR OF PARANORMAL ROMANCE” (Booklist)

New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh returns to her phenomenal Psy-Changeling world as a woman in peril finds herself in the arms of a dangerously beautiful shapeshifter…

San Francisco is under threat from a violent gang…a gang that has no idea who they’re challenging. The DarkRiver pack of leopard changelings has already claimed the city as their territory, and they will fight with wild fury to protect its residents. Emmett, a lethally trained leopard soldier, isn’t about to let outsiders muscle in on his home ground—especially when they target a human named Ria.

Emmett has one word for the smart stranger with her curvy body and tough spirit: mine.

Possessive, dominant, unyielding in his demands and desires, Emmett is unlike anyone Ria has ever before met. But while the sexy leopard changeling makes her body ignite, his kisses molten and his touch addicting, she’s no pushover and she has a few demands of her own. This leopard has met his match…

REVIEW:
As always Ms. Singh writes a story that makes me fall in love with the Psy-Changeling series all over again.
Whisper of Sin is a prequel to the series. This book happens before Lucas, before Clay, before Dorian, before Judd (who is my favorite), before Hawke and before Kaleb. It was nice to get back to the beginning for me. I have been obsessed with the series since book one. Emmett and Ria’s story is sweet, spicy and quick. It was a lot of fun to see how these two got together. It was great to see some of the other characters too before we know them so closely.
If you are a fan of Ms. Singh’s series and you have not picked up this story you need too. If you are new to this series now is a perfect time to pick up a copy of Whisper of Sin and learn why I love this series so much.

Disclaimer:
I purchased this book and this review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Winter Romance Wednesday! Kelly reviews The Christmas Wager by Delilah Marvelle

christmas wagerTITLE: The Christmas Wager
SERIES #: A Happy Christmas #1
CHARACTERS: Miss Barrington
AUTHOR: Delilah Marvelle
PUBLICATION DATE: December 1, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
A mysterious key to an attic that cannot be found…
A ghost with good but overly ambitious intentions…
And a forgotten wager that is about to turn Miss Barrington’s life into a holiday mess.

Are you ready for the outrageously funny and Happy Christmas Series?
WARNING: THERE IS A LOT OF MAGIC AND ROMANCE IN THIS BOX.

London, England – Winter of 1860
When all the ladies of London realize that handsome and refined gentleman, the Duke of Ainsley, is formally looking for a wife, only weeks before Christmas, a mad dash to claim him begins. Miss Barrington knows her chances with the duke are incredibly good given what her close gypsy friend had once foretold, but a forgotten wager with her greatest nemesis, American millionaire, Mr. Redstone, is about to bring on complications and…chaos.

Will she claim the dashing and respectable duke once foretold by the stars? Or will she fall for Mr. Redstone and go against destiny? Only the days leading up to Christmas will tell!

REVIEW:
Okay how do I put this nicely….. Ms. Marvelle, thank you for writing this story I enjoyed every page. But darn it all I don’t know if I can wait another year for the next installment 🙂
The Christmas Wager was a great Christmas love story set in the mid-1800’s and told in only a Ms. Marvelle can tell it. Not only do we get an epic love story but we get a little history lesson with it.
I loved Felicity. She is the type of girl you want as a best friend. She is honest to a fault and one you have her loyalty you will have it for always. Maxwell…. Maxwell…. Maxwell. He is just the right mix of gentlemen and rake that all women want. It was a lot of fun watching these two circle each other.
I don’t want to give anything away, but know this if you pick up a copy of The Christmas Wager this Christmas you will be very happy.
Until next year, a whole 365 days away……

Favorite lines
“Do you always wander up to windows and accuse men of flirting with you for it? Because this would be a first for me.”

“In case you were wondering, I’m available, a full twenty and since I’m all about being honest, I should probably disclose I’ve been arrested fourteen times.”

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & Delilah Marvelle Productions, LLC in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Natasha reviews Releasing Her Dragon by Elianne Adams

releasing her dragonTITLE: Releasing Her Dragon
CHARACTERS: Stella & Brycen
AUTHOR: Elianne Adams
PUBLICATION DATE: October 27, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N | Buy in the Flight of Dragons book bundle Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Trapped in her own body, she-dragon, Stella Montrose has no choice but to find her mate. Whether he likes it or not, he either has to claim her, or set her free, otherwise she’ll lose the ability to shift. Sounds simple, only, every time she gets near him, he disappears.

When Brycen Conners signs on to protect an annoying human woman, he never imagined he’d cross paths with his mate. Once the job is done, he’ll do whatever it takes to win her heart. Until then, he has to stay away.

REVIEW:
This novella caught my attention from the very first paragraph. Stella is immediately an intriguing character who I instantly fell in love with. She is a very strong woman and that comes off very clearly in the first pages of the story. Brycen was not my favorite person in the beginning, but he definitely redeems himself and I fall just as fast for him. This story has just the right amount of drama and action for a novella. I don’t think Elianne Adams is capable of writing a bad story. If you’re interested in a quick read where you don’t have to read an entire series, this book will be perfect for you!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Winter Romance Wednesday! Natasha reviews Naughty, Nice and Paranormal: A Touch of Holiday Magic

Naughty, Nice and ParanormalTITLE: Naughty, Nice and Paranormal: A Touch of Holiday Magic
AUTHORS: Elianne Adams, Elle Thorne, J.K. Harper, Kenzi Kreel, Holley Trent, Kallysten, Sasha Devlin, Shelley Munro, Amber Ella Monroe, Selena Blake, Ani Gonzalez, Eris Sage, Catherine Vale, Shauna Aura Knight & Marie Mason
PUBLICATION DATE: November 15, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Deck your e-readers this holiday season with 15 sexy stories from today’s hottest paranormal romance authors. From the very naughtiest to the mmm-mmm nicest, we’ve got shifters—wolf, dragon, feline, and more!—elves, ghosts, even a Virginia Devil Monkey and a very sexy snowman. This box set of sparkling holiday tales from bestselling authors gives the best gift any lover of paranormal romance could want: a little sugar n’ spice with a whole lot of naughty n’ nice.

REVIEW:
I picked up this bundle set because Elianne Adams was a featured author. I am so in love with her series! Every story controls my attention to the point I can’t put them down. Her contribution of Once Upon a Fiery Christmas to this collection was no exception. I really enjoyed the two main characters as well as the interactions with all the previous characters we’ve come to know and love. Yes there was the usual stubbornness and stupidity by each character, but I loved their story. Can’t wait for the next installment!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Winter Romance Wednesday! Natasha reviews Merry Christmas Mrs. Robinson by Delilah Marvelle

merry christmas mrs robinsonTITLE: Merry Christmas Mrs. Robinson
CHARACTERS: Lady Jane & Duke of Somerset Martin Nicholas Pierce
AUTHOR: Delilah Marvelle
PUBLICATION DATE: November 9, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon |B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Novella originally published in the All I Want for Christmas is a Duke anthology

Lady Jane left her father, the Earl of Chadwick, and the ton behind to experience life on the stage. After a disastrous marriage, the widow is living on the edge of poverty, determined to guard her heart, when a secret admirer from her past demands a second chance.

Shy and retiring Martin Nicholas Pierce, the Sixth Duke of Somerset, has carried a torch for Lady Jane since her youth, but he is five years her junior. When she married another man, he left for Europe, determined to put her out of his mind. After returning to find Lady Jane free, he vows to replace the memories of her cursed Twelfth Night with a new beginning.

REVIEW: I love this story, I love historical romance, and I love Delilah Marvelle. She always writes such passionate characters. I always end a book feeling like I was truly a part of the world Delilah writes about. I almost always end her stories wishing I were one of the characters. This novella is perfect for the holidays and will not disappoint any Delilah readers. It is a quick stand-alone story that will make you want to pick up everything Delilah has ever written. Do that. Now. I’ll wait. I promise you won’t be disappointed.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Entangled Publishing and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Winter Romance Wednesday! Natasha reviews Sugar, Spice and Shifters: A Touch of Holiday Magic

Sugar, Spice and ShiftersTITLE: Sugar, Spice and Shifters: A Touch of Holiday Magic
AUTHORS: Elianne Adams, Calle J. Brookes, Rinelle Grey, J.K. Harper, Loribelle Hunt, Ellis Leigh, Anna Lowe, Tina Moss, Eris Sage, Vivienne Savage, Bethany Shaw, Diana St. Gabriel, Kristen Strassel, Elle Thorne, Holley Trent, Catherine Vale and Lori Whyte
PUBLICATION DATE: November 15, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Ring in your holiday season with all-new holiday shifter stories from today’s hottest paranormal romance writers.
From the sweetest of mating claims to the spiciest of holiday wishes come true, this set has a perfect present for every reader. Whether you’ve asked Santa for wolf shifters, werebears, or dragons, this box set of ALL NEW holiday tales from bestselling authors gives the best gift any lover of paranormal romance could want: a little naughty n’ nice with a whole lot of sugar n’ spice.

REVIEW:
My favorite story in this bundle was written by one of my favorite authors, Elianne Adams. The short story, Her Gingerbread Dragon was the sweetest love story that was just right for this time of year. Maddie and Luke are both strong characters independently and work really well together. I enjoyed them as a couple very much. This story is part two in Adams’ Dragon Blood series, so we got to see characters from the first story. I enjoyed getting that connection to previous characters. However this can definitely be read as a stand-alone. My only complaint is that we don’t get much of Maddie and Luke’s backstories. I know this is because of the length of the book, but I liked the characters so much I would have liked to get to know them a little better. I want more!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Kelly reviews Dark Alpha’s Claim by Donna Grant

dark alphas claimTITLE: Dark Alpha’s Claim
SERIES #: Reaper #1
CHARACTERS: Baylon & Jordyn
AUTHOR: Donna Grant
PUBLICATION DATE: November 17, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | Kobo | B&N  |iBooks | BAM | MacMillan

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Dark Alpha’s Claim is the first in an exclusive new series from New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant!

There is no escaping a Reaper. I am an elite assassin, part of a brotherhood that only answers to Death. And when Death says your time is up, I am coming for you…

My whole existence is based on taking what Death wants. Born to eliminate Fae guilty of unforgivable crimes, my reckless, wild nature makes me the perfect assassin to carry out Death’s bidding. I’ve seen more sinister and violent dealings than anyone could ever imagine. But it was the sight of her face that stopped me cold. I’ve never wanted a woman-never mind a human-so badly; never felt my heart, hardened by death, burn brighter and hotter until it burst into flames. She is everything I desire. The kind of woman that compels you to stake your claim on her, to let the world know that she’s yours. A Reaper saving her life will only attract danger, but I vow to protect her at all costs from the Fae that hunt her, and keep safe the woman who has claimed me, body and soul.

REVIEW:
Dark Alpha’s Claim is the first book in Donna Grant’s new Reaper series, which is a spin off of her Dark Kings series. But while these series happen in the same world you don’t have to (but I would highly recommend) read the Dark Kings stories first.
As always Ms. Grant blows me away with her ability to tell a story that leaves me shocked and dying for more. I loved the Reapers and what they are. I loved that they are the boogie men of the Fae. I love that the Fae both light and dark are scared of them. I really enjoyed Baylon & Jordyn. I am excited to see what the future holds for these two.
I really enjoyed Death. Who was a shockingly fun character and I can’t wait to see what happens to Death as the stories go on.
There is so much that I want to say, but I don’t like to give spoiler. So know this. I loved this book and know that I will love this series!!!! Already super excited for the next installment

Favorite quotes from book
“Death was the judge. The Reapers were the executioners.”

“Defeat doesn’t become you, Cael” – Death

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & St. Martin’s Press
in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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Kelly reviews Tracks Of Her Tears by Melinda Leigh

tracksTITLE: Tracks of Her Tears
SERIES #: Rogue Winter #1
CHARACTERS: Seth Harding & Carly Taylor
AUTHOR: Melinda Leigh
PUBLICATION DATE: November 10, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
In the first thrilling Rogue Winter Novella, sleepy little Solitude, Oregon, wakes up to another deadly threat.

County investigator Seth Harding intends to spend the holidays with his newly reconciled family, but a few days before Christmas, a homicide thwarts his plan. Seth arrives at the scene and makes a painful discovery: the victim is his brother-in-law’s girlfriend. Her apartment has been ransacked and her toddler left motherless. To make matters worse, Seth’s brother-in-law, Bruce, is missing. With Solitude locked in a rare, deadly deep freeze and the temperature plummeting, the residents launch a desperate search.

Seth calls his wife, social worker Carly Taylor, to take the case so the little girl doesn’t get lost in the foster care system. With the holidays near, Carly brings the child home with them to celebrate Christmas. But when the Taylor farm is also trashed, Seth and Carly must race against time—and against a paralyzing winter storm—to find Bruce and catch a killer in the first pulse-pounding sequel to the Rogue River Novellas.

REVIEW:
4.75 Hearts I was so excited when Ms. Leigh & Ms. Elliot announced that they were going to revisit the small town of Solitude, Oregon. If you have not checked out the first four novella’s in the Rogue River series you should.
In Tracks of Her Tears we get to re-visit Seth & Carly. I loved them the first time around and love them even more after this novella. Seth is back to work and his first case is a murder of a young woman. Sadly, this is a young woman that Seth knows.
This story is full of twists and turns. Just when you think you have it all figured out Ms. Leigh throws another bone at you and your re-think your thinking. Thank you for revisiting this world. It freaks me out a bit how creepy and suspense authors mind works. But I can’t wait to see what is next!!!!!

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & Amazon Publishing/Montlake Romance in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

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