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August 2, 2016August 1, 2016

Kimberly reviews Dark Carousel by Christine Feehan

TITLE: Dark Carousel
SERIES #: Dark #30
CHARACTERS: Charlotte & Tariq
AUTHOR: Christine Feehan
PUBLICATION DATE: 08/02/16
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
In the new Carpathian novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Christine Feehan, a woman falls prey to the seductive allure of the past—and a vampire warrior’s intoxicating embrace…

The moment Charlotte Vintage walks into his club, Tariq Asenguard’s blood is set on fire. The ancient Carpathian had given up hope of finding his lifemate, but now he will do anything to make Charlotte his own. What Tariq doesn’t know is that Charlotte is using herself and her best friend as bait—to try to draw out the bloodthirsty killers who have already murdered Charlotte’s brother and mentor.

Charlotte is familiar with Tariq. Not only is he one of the richest and most eligible bachelors in the city, but he’s also a renowned collector of old carousel horses, which Charlotte restores. Their shared passion opens Charlotte up to trusting him with her life and with the desire she can no longer control. But it also makes her vulnerable to a centuries-old curse that will unite her and Tariq in a war against the enemies of humans and Carpathians alike…

REVIEW:
This is the 30th in the series. She 30th. This series has been going for feels like forever. And yet never seems to get old. At least not to me.

The story is about the Carpathian Hunters. Charlotte knows of Tariq but who doesn’t. He is wealthy and since they both have a love of carousel horses they have a connection. I will say that I have not read all of the books in the series but enjoy the way Feehan writes and the way she brings the readers into the story so quickly.

This is a dark paranormal story but something about it makes it seem drawn in. This is not a quick read and Feehan does spend some time explaining the background but for those who have missed all or part of the series I think it is needed.

The characters are written in a way that makes you believe this could be happening on our own streets even though it is paranormal.

You do not really need to read the other books to read this as I have said I have only read some here and there but was able to follow along without a problem. If you enjoy the paranormal world of vampire and hunter you will certainly enjoy this story.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

July 19, 2016July 16, 2016

Kelly reviews How Nina Got Her Fangs Back by Dakota Cassidy

TITLE: How Nina Got Her Fangs Back
SERIES #: Accidentals #13
CHARACTERS: Nina, Marty, Wanda and the whole OOPS crew and a few newbies
AUTHOR: Dakota Cassidy
PUBLICATION DATE: July 7, 2016
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
It’s been awhile since Nina Statleon—ex-coffin lover, current chicken wing lover—lost her vampire mojo during a particularly brutal OOPS case. Her friends Wanda and Marty are worried. Nina clearly hasn’t dealt with the emotional fallout caused by losing one’s immortality. She’s got issues. Big issues.

And it’s time to call in the Big Gun—Paranormal Psychologist January Malone. Her friends will get Nina to the therapist’s office, even if they have to lure her with last bag of Cheetos in Manhattan.

Of course, the girls couldn’t possibly know that Doctor Malone has an agenda. A forced agenda involving blackmail, which may just save one life…while ending another. It goes against everything January, a white witch, has ever believed in, personally and professionally.

But the alternative means putting her trust in a foul-mouthed ex-vampire, her werewolf and halfsie friends, a demon, a zombie, a bear and their assorted mates…

Yikes!

***Author Note: This is an Accidental Quickie and shorter in length than prior novels in the series.***

REVIEW:
Another great installment in Ms. Cassidy’s Accidental series. As always Nina tries so hard to act tough (but deep down she is a marshmallow). It was great to get to revisit with all of the OOPS members. But this was Nina’s redemption story or her accidentally getting forced to face her demons (aka reality).
I loved the new characters we met too. I did feel really bad that January had to deal with a crabby Nina during their appointments. But January is great!! She understands Nina in a way that even Nina doesn’t understand. See Nina doesn’t like to face reality or her new mortality. The reality that she is not the same person she was before, that she is not as helpful as before and that as a human she will someday die and leave everyone behind.
Ms. Cassidy did a great job of bring back the very loveable vampire Nina. I won’t tell you how it happens. But I did die laughing when I learned how indeed Nina got her fangs back.
Can’t wait for the next installment in this series.

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

March 31, 2016March 27, 2016

#TBT Kimberly reviews When Darkness Comes by Alexandra Ivy – Catch Up From The Beginning

TITLE: When Darkness Comes
SERIES #: Guardians Of Eternity #1
CHARACTERS: Abby & Dante
AUTHOR: Alexandra Ivy
PUBLICATION DATE: 01/15/07
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
It’s been a hell of a day for Abby Barlow. In just a few hours, she’s survived an explosion, watched her employer die, had a startling dream, and now she finds herself in a seedy Chicago hotel with the sexy, unearthly Dante, a vampire she both desires and fears.

For 341 years, Dante has stood as guardian to The Chalice, a mortal woman chosen to hold back the darkness. A terrible twist of fate has now made Abby that woman. Three hours ago. Dante would have used all his charms to seduce her. Now she is his to protect. And he will do so until his very death.

A terrifying plan has been set in motion, one that will plunge Dante and Abby into an epic battle between good and evil – and a desperate race to save their love…

REVIEW:
Review featured at www.books-n-kisses.com

This is the book that started my love affair with paranormal and Alexandra Ivy… The vampire Dante is sex personified… hot!!! There is so much to this story and so many characters that it will keep your turning the page and never wanting the story to end.

I could tell you everything about this story and not stop talking but then I would say too much and trust me you want to read this one for yourself.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

March 22, 2016March 20, 2016

#TBT Kimberly reviews Fated By Rebecca Zanetti – Catch up from the beginning!

TITLE: Fated
SERIES: Dark Predator
AUTHOR: Rebecca Zanetti
RELEASE DATE: 03/01/2011
Barnes and Noble |Amazon

SYNOPSIS:
Marry Me! Cara Paulsen does not give up easily. A scientist and a single mother, she’s used to fighting for what she wants, keeping a cool head, and doing whatever it takes to protect her daughter Janie. But “whatever it takes” has never before included a shotgun wedding to a dangerous-looking stranger with an attitude problem.

Or Else! Sure, the mysterious Talen says that he’s there to protect Cara and Janie. He also says that he’s a three-hundred-year-old vampire. Of course, the way he touches her, Cara might actually believe he’s had that long to practice. . .

REVIEW:
I won this book from GoodReads.com and started it the day I got it. I enjoy some vampire books but I would not say they are my top choice(no I have never read Twilight) but I have read Larissa Ione and Alexandra Ivy and maybe another here or there but I have to say this book had me immediately. I would certainly say this book matched or came close to Ione and Ivy. At least to their beginning books. This is the 1st of a series by Zanetti.
Cara is a single mom. Both she and her daughter Janie have physic ability. Talen in a vampire who has been in a truce with the Kurjan’s and has known for centuries that Cara is his mate. These vampires are different then the ones we are used to they can do things others we read about can not. The Kurjan’s are hard to imagine for me. The are a species that has not been portrayed on tv/movies so I have a hard time imagining them. Talen is a dominate vamp (but what vamp isn’t?) but he has a heart of gold and I love the sweetness he feels about Cara even if he doesn’t realize it. If you are not into strong men Talen could get on your nerves but I found him wonderful and sexy and you can feel the love that radiates from Cara and Talen even though neither wants to admit it. Cara is a scientist that feels more comfortable around plants then people. I enjoyed Janie and the vamps interaction with her but there is not enough of her, there is too much time with Cara leaving Janie to be “protected”.
I can’t wait to get the next book that just came out. If you like vampires you will like this. It is one heck of a sexy book!

February 3, 2016January 31, 2016

Kelly reviews The Shadow by Sylvain Reynard

TITLE: The Shadow
SERIES #: The Florentine #2
CHARACTERS: William York & Raven Wood
AUTHOR: Sylvain Reynard
PUBLICATION DATE: February 2, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
From the New York Times bestselling author of the Gabriel trilogy comes the hotly anticipated follow-up to The Raven, a sensual novel set in Florence featuring the dangerously intoxicating coupling of Raven and William…

Raven Wood’s vampyre prince has returned, pledging his love and promising justice for every wrong done to her. In the wake of their reunion, Raven is faced with a terrible decision—allow the Prince to wreak vengeance against the demons of her past, or persuade him to stay his hand. But there is far more at stake than Raven’s heart…

A shadow has fallen over the city of Florence. Ispettor Batelli will not rest until he uncovers Raven’s connection to the theft of the priceless art from the Uffizi Gallery. And while the Prince hunts a traitor who sabotages him at every turn, he finds himself the target of the vampyres’ mortal enemy.

As he wages a war on two fronts, he will need to keep his love for Raven secret, or risk exposing his greatest weakness

REVIEW:
3.75 Hearts In this second installment of The Florentine series we get to see William and Raven’s relationship grow. When we left William and Raven at the end of The Raven it was unclear as to what the future would hold. In The Shadow we learn more about The Prince’s enemies. We also finally find out who the traitor is. And we get to see William become very vulnerable when it comes to the women he loves.
There is a lot that happens in this book, both good and bad. It was great to be back in the Prince’s world. I really enjoy the world the Mr. Reynard has created for us in Florence. I can’t wait to see what is next for William and Raven.

Favorite line: “On the contrary, I was rewarded with both. Now I must save her.”

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from PENGUIN GROUP Berkley, NAL / Signet Romance, DAW in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

November 9, 2015November 8, 2015

Kelly reviews The Single Undead Moms Club by Molly Harper

TITLE: The Single Undead Moms Club
SERIES #: Half Moon Hollow #4
CHARACTERS: Wade , Finn & Libby Stratton
AUTHOR: Molly Harper
NARRATOR: Amanda Ronconi
RUN TIME: 9 Hours & 33 Minutes
PUBLICATION DATE: October 27, 2015
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | Audible | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
In the next book in Molly Harper’s Half Moon Hollow paranormal romance series, Libby (a widow-turned-vampire) struggles with her transition, and finds out it sucks to be the only vampire member of the PTA…

Widow Libby Stratton arranged to be turned into a vampire after she was diagnosed with late-stage cancer. It wasn’t the best idea she’s ever had, but she was desperate—she’s not about to leave her seven-year-old son to be raised by her rigid, overbearing in-laws.

On top of post-turning transition issues, like being ignored at PTA meetings and other mothers rejecting her son’s invitations for sleepovers, Libby must deal with her father-in-law’s attempts to declare her an unfit mother, her growing feelings for Wade—a tattooed redneck single dad she met while hiding in a closet at Back to School Night—and the return of her sire, who hasn’t stopped thinking about brave, snarky Libby since he turned her.

With the help of her new vampire circle, Libby negotiates this unfamiliar quagmire of legal troubles, parental duties, relationships, and, as always in Harper’s distinct, comedic novels, “characters you can’t help but fall in love with” (RT Book Reviews).

REVIEW:
4.75 Hearts As always Ms. Harper writes a story that sucks you in and makes you run that emotional gauntlet. The combination of Ms. Harper’s witt & amazing storytelling combined with Amanda Conconi’s voice & talent at bring characters to life left me wishing I could move to Half Moon Hollow yet again. This is a winning combo!!!
I always love to visit Half Moon Hollow. I just love this town and the characters. I loved that In The Single Undead Moms Club we get to see how the town folk of HMH deal with the newest vampire in town. Needless to say they didn’t take it very well.
I loved Libby. Libby is such a fun character and she is great with her son. I loved that she wouldn’t let Dick hug her (I was dying laughing, poor Dick). I really liked Wade even when he was being a huge brat about the supply closet. Oh and don’t forget the epic back to school supply showdown. I really like Wade & Libby together. So much so that when I got to the end of the story I looked at my audiobook and yelled “You are not done, keep reading. Amanda why did you stop reading!!!!!”.
Finn, what can I tell you about Finn. Other then he made me really wish I could stab him with a fork.
I really can’t wait to see what is next in this series!!!!

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

September 14, 2015September 15, 2015

Kelly reviews Archangel’s Enigma by Nalini Singh

TITLE: Archangel’s Enigma
SERIES #: Guild Hunter #8
CHARACTERS: Nassir & Andromeda
AUTHOR: Nalini Singh
NARRATOR: Justine Eyre
PUBLICATION DATE: September 1, 2015
RUNTIME: 12 hours & 25 minutes
ORDER LINKS: Amazon | Audible | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Naasir is the most feral of the powerful group of vampires and angels known as the Seven, his loyalty pledged to the Archangel Raphael. When rumors surface of a plot to murder the former Archangel of Persia, now lost in the Sleep of the Ancients, Naasir is dispatched to find him. For only he possesses the tracking skills required—those more common to predatory animals than to man.

Enlisted to accompany Naasir, Andromeda, a young angelic scholar with dangerous secrets, is fascinated by his nature—at once playful and brilliant, sensual and brutal. As they race to find the Sleeping archangel before it’s too late, Naasir will force her to question all she knows…and tempt her to walk into the magnificent, feral darkness of his world. But first they must survive an enemy vicious enough to shatter the greatest taboo of the angelic race and plunge the world into a screaming nightmare

REVIEW:
Naasir!!!! Really do I need to say more? No I don’t, but that would make for a very short review. So here it goes.
In Archangel’s Enigma we finally get to see, understand and unravel the mystery that is Naasir. He is a very complicated creature that wants nothing more than to be loved. We know that Raphael, Elena and the seven love him, Naasir wants a mate. Someone who is just his.
I loved that Naasir went around smelling women to see if they are his potential mate. The first meeting between Naasir and Andromeda had me laughing out loud. As the Guild Hunter series has grown I have wondered what or who would be able to be Naasir’s mate. I have to say I was a bit surprised that his mate was going to be a shy, young scholar. But Andromeda shocked me. She is fierce, loyal and the absolute perfect mate for Naasir. I loved their journey to save Alexander. I loved how these two played together. I loved how they fought for a future together. I loved this book. I loved Naasir and Andromeda and I hope that Nalini will write a follow up novella for these two. One that includes pups. 😀
I will say that the parts about Illium broke my heart and brought many tears to my eyes. I can not wait to see what is in story for everyone’s favorite Bluebell.
As always I had the amazing honor to have the very talented Justine Eyre read this story to me. Justine is so wicked talented it seems a little unfair. I have loved reading/listening to this story from the very first book. Justine does such a great job with the voices both male and female, that you don’t need to be told who is speaking. I have found that if you have a great narrator like Justine they can take an amazing story like Nalini’s and bring it to life. If you have not tried an audiobook I would pick up a copy of Angel’s Blood (bk1) and give this series a try.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley & PENGUIN GROUP Berkley, NAL / Signet Romance, DAW in exchange for an honest review. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

June 4, 2015May 31, 2015

Kelly reviews Moon Thrall by Donna Grant

TITLE: Moon Thrall
SERIES #: LaRue #2
CHARACTERS: Court LaRue & Skye Parrish
AUTHOR: Donna Grant
PUBLICATION DATE: March 22, 2015
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
HER QUEST FOR THE TRUTH

Skye Parrish is living her dream. As a reporter, seeing her name in print is always a thrill, and being able to tell the world about the dangers of the supernatural is an added bonus. Unfortunately, her investigation into the mystical factions of New Orleans has landed her squarely in the sights of some of the city’s most dangerous creatures. In order to survive, she must place her trust in one of the groups she was looking to expose. But her unlikely alliance could lead to something far more perilous – the loss of her heart to the hunky and captivating Court LaRue.

HIS REASON FOR BEING

As the youngest member of a family of werewolves tasked with keeping the peace in New Orleans, Court doesn’t carry the weight of the past like his brothers. When the vampire faction begins breaking the rules the LaRues are sworn to uphold, Court takes the lead on the investigation and finds himself faced with a threat even bigger than the vamps – a feisty and fearless woman who holds him utterly in thrall and makes him look to the future. But there will be no forever for them if they can’t survive the present.

REVIEW:
As a news reporter Skye Parrish has found herself any many difficult situations, but her latest story may be the last one she tells.
Court LaRue’s job is to protect the innocent people of New Orleans, but protecting Skye will put everyone in danger.

Skye and Court make a very cute couple. There is a lot more that we learn about the LaRue’s world and why they are, who they are and just how important they are to the world…

I can’t wait to see what is next for the LaRue family.

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

May 29, 2015May 24, 2015

Kimberly reviews When Darkness Ends by Alexandra Ivy

TITLE: When Darkness Ends
SERIES #: Guardians Of Eternity #12
CHARACTERS: Cyn & Fallon
AUTHOR: Alexandra Ivy
PUBLICATION DATE: 05/26/15
ORDER LINKS:Amazon | B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
The Guardians of Eternity are facing a final battle to save their world—but battles of the heart may be the most difficult to fight…

Cyn, the vampire clan chief of Ireland, is an unabashed hedonist whose beauty is surpassed only by his insatiable appetite for pleasure. It’s no wonder he’s furious when he’s transported from the magical land of the pureblooded feys to his desolate private lair—only to have his very existence thrown into a chaos that even he cannot charm his way out of…

Most women may be all but powerless against Cyn, but Fallon, a sharp-witted fairy princess, is less than beguiled by the silver-tongued vampire. She’s a serious soul with no time for the sort of games he plays—especially when they learn that someone is trying to close the veil that separates the dimensions. But seduction may prove the most powerful force of all, as attraction ignites between the unlikely pair even as worlds are colliding around them…

REVIEW:
My understanding is this is the last in the Guardians of Eternity series and I am sorry to see the series end. And yet it is a nice ending to a great series. Cyn and Fallon have a connection that is enjoyable and fun to read. Every book has the world in jeopardy and this one is no different… that part I won’t miss. But the world that Ivy has created I will miss greatly.

Cyn and Fallon are just really enjoyable. I loved the connection they had right away. They are forced together but there is no a lot of bickering, clashing, etc. They just connect and work together really well.

If you enjoy paranormal they you will enjoy this book and the series. In all honesty if you enjoy paranormal you should have known this series for the last few years and like me couldn’t wait to see how the series ends. Now that being said if you are new to the series you can read this as a stand alone but I don’t know why you would want to. There is a lot of backstory from book one to this book so I suggest reading them all. You will not be disappointed.

Looking forward to the new series Ivy has planned.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

May 1, 2015April 26, 2015

Kimberly reviews Vampires Never Cry Wolf by Sara Humphreys

TITLE: Vampires Never Cry Wolf
SERIES #: Dead In The City #3
CHARACTERS: Sadie & Killian
AUTHOR: Sara Humphreys
PUBLICATION DATE: 03/03/15
ORDER LINKS:Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Sadie Pemberton is the DJ at the hottest vampire club in New York City, and she loves her freedom almost as much as she hates werewolves. She has no desire to tie herself to anyone for eternity—even the deliciously sexy Killian Bane—werewolf prince and heir apparent who has been sent to patrol the city.

But Sadie bears the mark of the moon—the mark that Killian has been looking for, the mark that’s meant to reveal his perfect mate. How can the fates be so cruel? Even more importantly, how is he ever going to change her mind?

REVIEW:
3.25 Hearts Ok So I am not sure why I keep reading this series since to me each book is just ok to good. Not great. Not terrible but just ok. And this is no different BUT something keeps bringing me back to these books and I request them again.

Sadie is just trying to run her club for the vampires and humans in the area and really has a dislike for werewolves but Killian keeps coming to the club and she doesn’t know why but soon finds out his is going to be opening his own club. Sadie is of course ticked and while the vampire/wolf treaty may be important to their kind her own livelihood is important to Sadie and she is not going to take this lying down.

Killian is alpha for sure but in a polite kind of way. He is not out to rule the world. I enjoyed him very much and found I was rooting for him to get his way.

If you enjoy the paranormal genre of vampire/shifters you will enjoy this. There is more in the romance than the paranormal really but still an ok read. Ok a good read.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

April 20, 2015April 12, 2015

Kelly reviews The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire by Molly Harper

TITLE: The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire
SERIES #: Half Moon Hollow #3
CHARACTERS: Nick & Gigi
AUTHOR: The Awesome Molly Harper
NARRATOR: The Equally Awesome Amanda Ronconi
PUBLICATION DATE: March 24, 2015
RUN TIME: Not long enough 🙂 real run time 9 Hours & 13 Minutes
ORDER LINKS:Amazon | B&N | Audible

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
In the next book in Molly Harper’s beloved Half Moon Hollow paranormal romance series, Gigi starts her first job (at Vampire Headquarters), gets over her first love, and may even fall for her first vampire!

Gigi is no longer an innocent teen. All grown up and looking for love, her family and friends worry she’ll go for the sexy, alluring vampire instead of a nice, safe human. But sexy and alluring, with a penchant for biting, could be just what Gigi wants

REVIEW:
What is better than a Molly Harper story read by Amanda Ronconi? Uummmm, I can’t think of one thing at the moment. I love everything about the world the Molly has created.
Gigi has popped up in multiple books in the past that it was so much fun to finally see Gigi all grown up and fighting for what she wants. Even if big sister Iris and her very over protective brother-in-law try to ground her to her room every step of the way.
But Gigi is just as tough as Iris and Cal has trained her very well. But Gigi just met her match in Mr. Tall Dark and Bitey. (I know right. Mr. Tall, Dark and Bitey. Hahahaha. God I love this book.) But Gigi has a few more problems, like a new job, a new unwanted admirer, a curse and a little battle with some deadly nightshade.

As always Molly writes an amazingly fun, laugh out loud, “oh my god is that the last page NNNNOOOO’ story. Then you add in Ms. Ronconi and you have an great awesome read. Amanda brings the whole Half Moon Hollow characters to life. I have personally loved every book that these two have collaborated on (and I am already having withdrawals waiting for the next book).

If you have yet to step into Molly’s world of crazy fun paranormal, sometime deadly, yet always full of laughter and love series. I ask you “why the heck not?”.

Disclaimer:
I purchased this audiobook from Audible. This review is my own opinion and not a paid review.

April 7, 2015April 6, 2015

Kimberly reviews Darkness Eternal by Alexandra Ivy

TITLE: Darkness Eternal
SERIES #: Guardians Of Eternity #7.5
CHARACTERS: Kata & Uriel
AUTHOR: Alexandra Ivy
PUBLICATION DATE: 04/01/15
ORDER LINKS: Amazon| B&N

BOOK SYNOPSIS:
For the Guardians of Eternity, battle is a way of life—whether the plight of their world is at stake, or the fate of their heart…

After being held captive by one vampire for four centuries, Kata had no intention of taking another one to the underworld with her. Yet even in the pits of Hell, there’s no ignoring the intoxicating desire awakened by Uriel’s touch…

REVIEW:
3.5 Hearts This is a short novella in the Guardians of Eternity series. Kata has been a prisoner and vampire Uriel is her escape. There is something very interesting about the two together. They are enjoyable and the story was over way too quickly.

Just a small part of a wonderful series that any fan of paranormal will enjoy.

Disclaimer:
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.