May 13, 2014

So it has been a long while since I posted last.  I have been reading nonstop but haven't been as diligent with my reviewing posting.  I will recap all recent books read now:

Dark Gold - Alex & Aiden: this story is amazing! I loved how it deviated from the rest of the series with him being in USA and also with the human family involved.  I really enjoyed how they met and was kept mesmerized on the edge of my seat through the whole book.  I finished this book very fast as it was so exciting.  Also loved the depth of the twins and their compassion for each other.

 

Dark Magic - Savannah and Gregori: this story brings a few different aspects to the series.  It is also based in USA but has elements of the old world (Gregori) and the new age (Savannah).  It was a high point reading this book and I enjoyed how through all the previous books Gregori says to the other male carpathians how he would treat his lifemate and how she would listen and just goes to show how one doesn't know how they would react until it happens.

Dark Challenge - Julian and Desari: I LOVE how she brought a whole new cast of charecters into this world! what a wonderful group and I was so very excited to hear all the stories behind the charecters.  I really enjoyed the banter of the siblings but was heartbroken when I learned of Syndils recent tragedy.

Dark Fire - Darius and Tempest: Darius is so much like Gregori in alot of ways including how he expected his lifemate to be.  I really enjoyed reading along and seeing how a domineering man ends up with a headstrong woman willing and able to stand up to him. 

 

 

Dark Dream - Falcon and Sara: Once again Christine was able to bring a whole new depth to the storybook of charecters.  I enjoye3d the depth of this charecter Falcon and how he is actually much older than the Prince....he is an ancient.  How very intriging that they were able to hide through all the centuries.

Dark Legend - Gabriel & Francesca: This story once again went by too fast.  I truly enjoyed the interactions and while this story was with an ancient of Gregoris line it had a far different baseline and far different story.  I enjoyed the fiercly independence of Francesca and her ability to set out on her own and make a life for herself.  This book appealed to the femanism deep inside me.

I am currently reading Dark Guardian - Lucian and Jaxxons' harrowing tale.

All above books are available on Kobo and other ebook services and can be ordered in hardback at your local bookstore.

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I am now a new contributing book reviewer on another blogsite:
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Happy Reading!!

March 28, 2014

So I got a membership to my local library on my good friends urging.  I browsed through their available online collection and found one that peeked my interest.  I figured in my spare time when I couldn't actually read I could play an audiobook too.  Well within one chapter I was hooked and couldnt put it down more less pickup my book I was midway through.  

Lauren Kate sets the scene and makes you fall in love with all the characters.  My heart was pulled right and left and stretched through this book.  It's evolution into a series is very exciting to me.  I wait the next book anticipating greatly. Very well written.

March 26, 2014

Continuing with the series by Christine Feehan I have spent numerous hours consecutively reading her next instalment in the series.  It draws me in further by the book.  

Jacques........Shea.......what an interesting tale.  While I want to reiterate I have read this full series before I still have my favorite characters and story's, not my fave.  I enjoyed his carefree nature in the Dark Prince but this book didn't carry that on. For good reasons.  I guess it was a reminder of how much the ugly in evil in this real world can effect something so much and I use my books to escape the ugliness.  I think the writing is superb and it draws me into the world further.  I am intrigued by the new books and while they are a ways out (26+ books in this series so far).......it's going to keep me reading a long while.

March 24, 2014

I thoroughly enjoy reading but one thing that makes the experience that much better...is reading at the same time as a friend and sharing the thrills and such.   I picked up this series again because my best friend is reading it.  

I. Believe I have read this series twice now and EVERYTIME it seems to get better.

This was pulled from Christinefeehan.com and is a great guide into the world of Carpathians.  I truly enjoy this series but the depth Christine has brought to this world is amazingly detailed.  

I am on book two and highly enjoying debates already about this world.  This is a great series to pickup if looking for a read! 

March 21, 2014

Ok so I have been slack with posting my blogs lately. Doesn't mean I slowed down in my reading. 😊

I have run through almost the complete Guild Hunter Series by Nalini Singh.  I guess the series was so powerful I didn't have energy between books to blog. I will attempt to catch up now.

I quite enjoyed this book. It was exciting to see a strong woman in world dominated by men.  I enjoyed the power plays and the interactions with her and Dmitri.  This book was a great introduction into the series and I was enthralled.

This series enthralled me from book one but the more I read the more fantastical this world became.  I love how the seven of Raphael's are at war with themselves as she is his greatest weakness but he would pick her over them.  Fantastic read!  I also began to fall in love with Dmitri and Illium.  What wonderful depth of charecters she portrays!

EVERYTIME I read about Elena's upbringing it brings a slight tightening to my chest. She has been through traumas left and right and to see the strength she is still able to exude (even though a fictional character) is still an inspiration.  She is becoming a beacon of strength through the books and the development of other charecters as they learn to love her as the miracle angel she is.....is heartwarming.

The long awaited story of Dmitri.......it hurt to read parts of his past and if I am being honest I cried.  The pure love and devotion he felt for his first wife was awe inspiring and something of legends.  I was very skeptical at the way things were going between them but Nalini pulled it off and this is an awesome story. Great job!

Jason......not to be outdone by Dmitri......his story rocked! I enjoyed the back and forth and the hidden agendas.  I think these two are a great story and fit in the world while giving Liajuans world a much more sinister depth.  Loving this series!

This book was awesome and kept me wanting more and more.  I hate waiting for the next book as if it's a movie half done......I understand a writer must take time to live too but the amazing capability to build an entire world like this is something remarkable and her talent is amazing.  I am waiting patiently for the next install,emt in this series.

I know there are a few anthologies in this series I haven't reviewed.  I skipped them and will go back soon to review them (I.e. Galen's story)

January 23, 2014

So I had an opportunity last month to attend a entrap ranger event in my town and while there spoke with a writer local to this area.  I purchased a copy of her first two books without reading the back as I enjoy being surprised.  I took my time finishing a series I was midway through (see previous blogs) and finally got to these books yesterday.  I went in with an open mind and here is my review.

WOW.  I truly don't read romance a lot that isn't in the paranormal genre as it doesn't attract me much but I was hooked.  I fell in love with Quinn but also with Davina as she is a real girl....I could relate to her in many ways.  I enjoyed the quick whit between them and the passion she had for her ladies.  I was angry at Guy and wanted to hurt him but what got to me most......I fell in love with Jake.  He is a hero in this and stood out to me so much.  Luke didn't have a huge presence but wasn't as memorable.  I really was doubtful about how the book could keep getting better as they met on a plane right away but was continually thrown through a loop when another plot twist was there.  Very well written as I was so engaged in this book I started the second book the next day.

Going into this book I knew the writing was done well and the characters were solidly built.  I had a sense for the bonds and such.  I was a bit sceptical about how they would continue this story and if other characters would get to shine.  I once again hadn't read the back as I love being surprised with a good storyline.  I enjoyed the further development of this book and fell hard and fast for Quinn again.  I was heartbroken when the violence began and the end was amazing....I know from talking to Deborah that there is another book in the works and I can't wait and hope to get a copy and review it as soon as it hit the shelves.  Until then my friends I am going to find another book to read! ❤️❤️❤️

January 21, 2014

26) Lawe's Justice - Lawe and Diane - Lion Breed - Diane Broen's lived to protect her younger sister Rachel from harm. But now that Rachel has been mated off, Diane's occupied herself with less fulfilling tasks at the Genetics Council--until she's paired with a new team member, a Breed male notorious for his attitude, and a touch that makes her recoil. Lawe isn't thrilled with her either. A lion at heart, he prefers a lair of solitude. When it comes to females, he'd rather snarl than purr. And while fate may have paired them to fight on the same team, neither is willing to admit to the obvious: the mating heat between them is positively incinerating.

I loves this book! For a breed who constantly refused to accept mating heat to get it was nice to see.  Very complex book with a fun heroine who isn't light and fluffy but willing to fight too.  I enjoyed the extra depth of characters and the Navajo Nation being brought into it.  I think her books just keep getting better and better!  It'll be a sad day when this series ends.

27) Stygian's Honor - Stygian and Honor/Liza -  Window Rock, Arizona, is the last known location of Honor Roberts, who vanished when she was just thirteen. It was her only sanctuary from the Breed research that would surely have ended in her death—one such insidious experiment should, indeed, have killed her. That she lived is both a miracle—and a great mystery. 

This book captivated my heart.  I saw how a nation of people went above their own 

lives to protect someone's welfare and it would sure be a beautiful world if we had more people in real life like that.  I really enjoyed the complexity and depth of this story and how well it intertwined with Lawes and Diane's story.   I anxiously will await the next in this series. ❤️❤️❤️