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Monday, December 14, 2009

Mystic Monday

Book Reviews!

Haunted SeductionOkay, the first of the books I need to review is Haunted Seduction by Morgan James.  As far as I am concerned, this story doesn't really get started until Chapter Two.  Even though Chapter One introduces the reader to Will, the information offered in this first chapter isn't really necessary to the understanding and enjoyment of the story.  In fact, I didn't really get hooked into this story until Chapter Two, which is why I believe this is where the story really begins.

The backdrop of this book is an old, abandoned amusement park, but that's not why I like and am talking about this story.  It's what I can compare it to that has me talking.  As I read this, I kept thinking about that Scooby-Doo episode (animated series) where they were in the haunted amusement park chasing the robot, but this story doesn't have a robot, it just happens to be full of ghosts, oh, and a mannequin too!   

What really caught my attention about this story was the hauntingly erotic stereoscope.  This scene evokes some very strong and powerful emotional responses.  It was creepily erotic and enjoyable to read.  The characters are very well-defined and the setting was well-built and well-described.  The suspense, tension, and mystery are carried out very well too.  It keeps you reading because you must know what happened to these wanderers and why.  Plus, you really want to know what's keeping Jaz there?  Why is Will real, why hasn't he aged and why couldn't he and Alice get together?  There are so many questions that need answering.  

If I had to describe this story in a word or phrase, it would be this:
a creepily haunting erotic Scooby-Dooish story.  Well done!

These reviews to come:
Dark Desires of the Druids #1 - Murder and Magick This book is next on my list:
The Dark Desires of the Druids








Land of Falling Stars I saved this one for last:
Land of Falling Stars

Thursday, November 26, 2009

TWILIGHT THURSDAY

Ravenous Romance and Home Shopping Network

Join Forces to Bring You

ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE

Leave a comment for a chance to win one of four books we’ll be giving away!

Voyage to a distant land where fantasy and passion ignite. The Escape with Romance Exclusive 6-Book Collection is a fascinating compilation of stories filled with infatuation, excitement and of course, love. These tales will evoke the internal fires that burn deep within us all. Choose from the 3 collections; the romantically nostalgic Historical genre, the futuristic and supernatural of the Paranormal genre, or the modern-day heroines of the Contemporary genre. Plus, if you can't decide choose the Sampler, which includes 2 books from every genre, so you can get a little bit of it all. Suddenly, reading just got a lot more interesting.

More information on ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE here:

http://electronics.hsn.com/escape-with-romance-exclusive-6-book-collection_p-5700283_xp.aspx?cm_mmc=rss*Browse*2*NA

Ravenous Romance Web Site: http://www.ravenousromance.com/

Escape with Romance Exclusive 6-Book Collection Features:

Historical Genre:

• "Land of Falling Stars" by Keta Diablo; 192 pages
• "Force My Hand" by Em Brown; 192 pages
• "Kiss of Scandal" by Isabel Roman; 192 pages
• "The Mercenary Bride" by Jamaica Layne; 192 pages
• "Dark Desires of the Druids #1" by Isabel Roman; 192 pages
• "The American Heiress" by Roxanne Dent; 191 pages

Contemporary Genre:

• "Ripping the Bodice" by Inara LaVey; 192 pages
• "Nashville Heat" by Bethany Michaels; 192 pages
• "Hot on Her Heels" by Monica Newcomb; 192 pages
• "The Lady's Choice" by Trudy Doyle; 191 pages
• "Once an Obsession" by Bella French; 192 pages
• "Vital Signs" by Jamica Lane; 192 pages

Paranormal Genre:

• "The Wolfpact" by Jo Atkinson; 191 pages
• "Stilettos, Inc." by Lexi Ryan; 192 pages
• "Twilights Edge" by Jo Atkinson; 208 pages
• "Love in Space" by Lisa Lane; 192 pages
• "Haunted Seduction" by Morgan James; 192 pages
• "Loving Daylight" by Malia Sutton; 192 pages

Sampler:

• "Land of Falling Stars" by Keta Diablo; 192 pages
• "Kiss of Scandal" by Isabel Roman; 192 pages
• "Stilettos, Inc." by Lexi Ryan; 192 pages
• "Twilights Edge" by Jo Atkinson; 208 pages
• "Ripping the Bodice" by Inara Lavey; 191 pages
• "Nashville Heat" by Bethany Michaels; 192 pages

Reader reviews from the Home Shopping Network Site:

“I found these books to be well written and recommend them to anyone who loves romance.” Joan, Kentucky

“These books kept me up at night! I bought the Paranormal series and I loved them.” Karen, New York

“Some of the best romance books I've ever read! Every one is a page-turner.” Nightchick, California

“Historicals are my favorite genre. When a friend who frequents HSN told me about this, I had to order them.” Christinereader, New Jersey


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Nashville Heat by Bethany Michaels

"The heroine of this superb story leaps off the page with intelligence, drive and a full range of emotions. Michaels has a wonderful ear for dialogue, a knack for writing her heroine into slyly clever predicaments and an equally apparent talent for writing some of the most arousing sex scenes you'll ever read." Romantic Times (4 1/2 stars)

"Ms. Michaels' talent as a writer amazed me and had me so enthralled, I could not put this book down. If I could give this novel a higher rating than 5 cups, I would; it will just blow you away! The romance is hot, the sex is sizzling, and the overall storyline is a must-read, cannot-miss story for everyone!" Coffee Time Romance (5-cup review)

About Nashville Heat:

When Sydney Stratton moved to Nashville to follow her dream of making it big in the country music business, she never counted on meeting Dex Wilder, Music City's bad boy country star, let alone hooking up with him!

But just as lust begins to turn into something deeper and Sydney gets to know the man behind the tabloids, revealing photos and a devastating secret surface, threatening any future Sydney and Dex might have together.


Greetings! When I moved to Nashville three years ago, I discovered that it is a city of contrasts. It has a load of old-fashioned Southern charm in the form of honky-talks and Civil War battlefields, yet supports a thriving art and music scene with a metropolitan sophistication. It's down-home friendly, yet diverse in its population. It's a tourist destination, yet a place where people immediately feel at home. I've tried to share some of the places and things that make Nashville such a unique city in Nashville Heat and hope ya'll will be coming to Nashville in 2010 when we host RWA's national convention!

Bethany Michaels
http://www.bethanymichaels.com/


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Dark Desires of the Druids (Murder and Magick) by Isabel Roman

The characters in this book have very strong wills and it was difficult for them to acknowledge the desire for each other's help in the time of need....I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series.- Literary Nymphs

About Dark Desires of the Druids I: Murder and Magick:

Raven Drake wants the freedom to explore all that is restricted to a Victorian lady. Malcolm, Lord Preston, desires her from the moment he sees her, and doesn't allow society's rules to stand in his way. Their tryst is a welcome distraction from witch hunters and political maneuverings. But can it overcome the weight of another man's ring on her finger?

About Kiss of Scandal:

Countess Katria Markova finds her perfectly ordered life, irrevocably altered when a dear friend is murdered. Count Nikolai Orlov will do anything to clear his brother's name, except put Katria in harm's way. From the snowy streets of St. Petersburg to the River Neva's icy depths, they search for the answers to clear Nikolai. But in their search, will they lose each other?

Being a part of the Home Shopping Network's Escape with Romance has been absolutely wonderful! I'm so happy and thankful to have this opportunity.

Isabel Roman

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Loving Daylight by Malia Sutton

Dearcritique says:

"...a great, enjoyable read.... Malia writes with a simple style that keeps the story moving fast and the reader interested in what's coming next.” -- Dear Critique

About Loving Daylight:

Vampire Avenir LaFramboise is over one hundred years old, but he still carries a torch for his first love. When he travels back to Mt. Desert Island, Maine, to meet her descendant, he is swept away by the stunning Sienna. But Sienna's family hides a chilling secret, and if Avenir wants to win her heart, he must help her discover the truth...

Greetings Friends,
Being part of The Home Shopping Network's ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE adventure with all the other talented writers at ravenousromance.com, has been the experience of a lifetime for me. I'd like to wish everyone a healthy and prosperous holiday season and all the best in the coming New Year.

Malia Sutton
http://maliasutton.blogspot.com/

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"Jamaica Layne will keep the reader enthralled and wanting to see where these two characters will get together next."----Coffee Time Romance

"VITAL SIGNS is a five-star romance that sizzles in all the right places. Make no mistake about it, Jamaica Layne is a master of her craft."----Crave More Romance


About VITAL SIGNS:

Joanna Watson, a recently-divorced top surgical nurse in picturesque Statesville, North Carolina, is frustrated with her stalled career and dead-in-the-water love life when she suddenly finds herself trapped in an elevator with an unknown, abrasive Yankee surgeon, Dr. Harlan Wilkinson. The elevator gets stuck, the lights go out, and Joanna and Harlan get to know each other. . .

"So much adventure is wrapped in this tale of love and revenge. This is a story that you will enjoy anytime you need a getaway." --Coffee Time Romance

About THE MERCENARY BRIDE:

It's the year 1101, and England is still reeling from the Norman conquest a generation earlier. Lady Sabina of Angwyld is the eldest daughter of the Duke of Angwyld, a Saxon nobleman with estates near the Welsh border. The Norman invaders want to take the Duke's land and title by force, and the only hope he has for saving Angwyld is to marry his eldest daughter off to a ruthless, evil Norman nobleman, Lord Reginald de Guillaume. Sabina will have none of it, however. She thinks her only alternative is to take the veil and enter a convent. So she runs away.

Sabina is fleeing Angwyld on horseback on her way to the Abbey at Glastonbury when she meets Robert de Tyre, a swashbuckling Norman mercenary who serves as a cavalry officer in Lord Reginald's army. Though Robert de Tyre has been sent by Lord Reginald to capture his intended bride and bring her back in time for her forced marriage, the sparks soon fly between them and their worlds are turned upside down.

Hi Everyone in Romance Land! Jamaica Layne here! A little bit about me----I'm a contemporary romance/erotica author who makes my home in the Chicago suburbs. I have two great passions----alpha males and swashbuckling historical heroes. I love contemporary and historical romance equally! My books VITAL SIGNS and THE MERCENARY BRIDE give you the best of both worlds.

In a former life, I worked in the healthcare industry. Also, when I was growing up, my parents were historical reinactors who spent a lot of time at Renaissance faires and SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism) events. So it goes without saying that I of course would grow up to become a romance novelist who sets her stories either in modern-day hospitals or medieval castles! Thanks to HSN, I can introduce my work in both of these sub-genres to new readers.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

TANTALIZING TUESDAY

Ravenous Romance and Home Shopping Network

Join Forces to Bring You

ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE


Leave a comment for a chance to win one of four books we’ll be giving away!


Voyage to a distant land where fantasy and passion ignite. The Escape with Romance Exclusive 6-Book Collection is a fascinating compilation of stories filled with infatuation, excitement and of course, love. These tales will evoke the internal fires that burn deep within us all. Choose from the 3 collections; the romantically nostalgic Historical genre, the futuristic and supernatural of the Paranormal genre, or the modern-day heroines of the Contemporary genre. Plus, if you can't decide choose the Sampler, which includes 2 books from every genre, so you can get a little bit of it all. Suddenly, reading just got a lot more interesting.

More information on ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE here:
http://electronics.hsn.com/escape-with-romance-exclusive-6-book-collection_p-5700283_xp.aspx?cm_mmc=rss*Browse*2*NA

Ravenous Romance Web Site: http://www.ravenousromance.com/

Escape with Romance Exclusive 6-Book Collection Features:

Historical Genre:

• "Land of Falling Stars" by Keta Diablo; 192 pages
• "Force My Hand" by Em Brown; 192 pages
• "Kiss of Scandal" by Isabel Roman; 192 pages
• "The Mercenary Bride" by Jamaica Layne; 192 pages
• "Dark Desires of the Druids #1" by Isabel Roman; 192 pages
• "The American Heiress" by Roxanne Dent; 191 pages

Contemporary Genre:

• "Ripping the Bodice" by Inara LaVey; 192 pages
• "Nashville Heat" by Bethany Michaels; 192 pages
• "Hot on Her Heels" by Monica Newcomb; 192 pages
• "The Lady's Choice" by Trudy Doyle; 191 pages
• "Once an Obsession" by Bella French; 192 pages
• "Vital Signs" by Jamica Lane; 192 pages

Paranormal Genre:

• "The Wolfpact" by Jo Atkinson; 191 pages
• "Stilettos, Inc." by Lexi Ryan; 192 pages
• "Twilights Edge" by Jo Atkinson; 208 pages
• "Love in Space" by Lisa Lane; 192 pages
• "Haunted Seduction" by Morgan James; 192 pages
• "Loving Daylight" by Malia Sutton; 192 pages

Sampler:

• "Land of Falling Stars" by Keta Diablo; 192 pages
• "Kiss of Scandal" by Isabel Roman; 192 pages
• "Stilettos, Inc." by Lexi Ryan; 192 pages
• "Twilights Edge" by Jo Atkinson; 208 pages
• "Ripping the Bodice" by Inara Lavey; 191 pages
• "Nashville Heat" by Bethany Michaels; 192 pages

Reader reviews from the Home Shopping Network Site:

“I found these books to be well written and recommend them to anyone who loves romance.” Joan, Kentucky

“These books kept me up at night! I bought the Paranormal series and I loved them.” Karen, New York

“Some of the best romance books I've ever read! Every one is a page-turner.” Nightchick, California

“Historicals are my favorite genre. When a friend who frequents HSN told me about this, I had to order them.” Christinereader, New Jersey

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Force My Hand by Em Brown

Independent and always in command, Miss Darcy Sherwood holds her own among the cads and rakes that frequent the dubious gaming hall where she works. When she has the opportunity to exact revenge upon the man who wronged her sister, she intends to provide the arrogant Baron Broadmoor the biggest set-down of his life…by requiring him to be her suitor.

But when the Baron begins to play his role too well, can Darcy resist falling for the man she’s supposed to hate above all others?

Radcliff Barrington, Baron Broadmoor, has no intention of quietly submitting to Miss Sherwood – even if she does hold the deed that could ruin his family. He intends to turn the tables on Miss Sherwood. She must surrender the deed or surrender herself…
Passions flare to erotic heights as Darcy and Radcliff struggle to see who will submit to whom. And all bets are off as to who will win…


Dear Readers,

I'm thrilled to be able to share this story with you. I had a lot of fun writing it and hope you have fun reading it. My inspiration for Force My Hand was the lighthearted Regency era stories of Georgette Heyer (though the hero in my story is a little darker along the lines of a Bronte). If you're not a fan of historicals I hope you might give Force My Hand a try anyway. There's plenty of tension and steamy sex scenes for the adventurous, modern woman. And feel free to leave comments at my website,

Happy reading, Em Brown,
http://www.em-brown.com/


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Land of Falling Stars by Keta Diablo

“If you haven’t read Keta Diablo you haven’t lived!”—Crave More Romance

Diablo has penned a beautiful, haunting love story full of passion, deception, and danger that will leave you breathless and longing for more!—Night Owl Romance

About Land of Falling Stars:


Penniless, her parents and brother dead, Sophia Whitfield struggles to save her beloved childhood home during the Civil War. Another bluecoat staggers down the hill, but before Sophia allows him to rob and pilfer like the others, she shoots him. How was she to know it was Gavin, the dark knight of her youth, carrying secrets too horrific to imagine and a passion that ignites her deepest desires?

Greetings friends,

I can’t tell you how honored I am that Land of Falling Stars was selected to participate in ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE through the Home Shopping Network. Here’s wishing each and every one of you a blessed Holiday season. May all your dreams for 2010 come true.

Namaste, Keta Diablo
http://ketadiablo.blogspot.com/

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Love in Space by Lisa Lane

"Lisa Lane delivers a wonderfully intriguing, suspenseful and highly erotic romance novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat and wanting more even after the novel ends." –Talk About My Favorite Authors (5 stars)

"Ms. Lane embraced all that we love about sci-fi fantasy and heated it up to super-nova proportions. My question for Ms. Lane is, is this a long-term mission? If so, I'm applying for a boarding pass." –Whipped Cream Erotic Romance Reviews (4.5 "cherries" and Best Book of the Week pick)


About Love in Space:

Captain Nora Bradley has full intentions of keeping her relationship with former classmate, and now First Officer, Robert Smith, purely professional when she hires him. Things begin to change, however, after bodiless invaders seduce the crew in their dreams, the entire ship becomes infected with a space flu that leads to orgiastic frenzy, and encounters with new alien races challenge all they know about sexual identity and social ideals.

As the crew endures, Nora can't help but profess her feelings for Robert… but can their love endure a mix-up with shape-shifters, the unexpected takeover of their ship, and intergalactic war?


Greetings! I’m so glad you could stop by. My most sincere thanks to those who have taken the time—blog hosts, peers, and readers alike—to support so graciously Love in Space and its fellow HSN releases. Love in Space is a sweet, highly romantic sci-fi space adventure, one I feel honored and privileged to be able to share with all of you. I am an avid fan of pulp science fiction, as well as the episodic space adventure (i.e. Star Trek and Red Dwarf), and it is with great pleasure that I come today to share my tiny contribution to these genres with all of you.

Lisa Lane
http://www.cerebralwriter.com/index.html

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Ripping the Bodice by Inara LaVey

"This pleasing story bears some resemblance to Northanger Abbey, with the heroine’s love of bodice rippers paralleling Austen’s heroine’s love of gothic literature."-- Romantic Times

"If you're looking for a big dose of fun to go along with your romance, look no farther than Inara Lavey's Ripping the Bodice. This story positively sparkles with wit and humor...Along with that humor, Ms. Lavey has given us an absolutely addictive cast of characters who are colorful and well-developed and almost larger than life."--Bookwenches.com


About Ripping the Bodice:

Got sex and romance on the brain? So does Cassandra Devon. She also has hard-boiled private eyes, dashing pirates, jet-setting super spies and other sexy rogues entertaining her in her surprisingly explicit subconscious. All these erotic daydreams make it hard to stay focused on Cassandra's current dilemma: namely, rebuffing the advances of Connor, a wild Irish rascal who wants to play the starring role in her fantasies. Cassandra is only interested in getting together with Raphael, the tall, dark and handsome man of her dreams. May the best romance hero win!

Hi, all! Ripping the Bodice was originally written as a screenplay back when my best friend and I thought we could make our own movie. Years later, I have three video tapes of footage and my book to show for it! I was (and still am) absolutely delighted to have Ripping the Bodice as part of Ravenous Romance's HSN ESCAPE TO ROMANCE collection. Watching Holly and the HSN hostess/product demonstrator holding up my book during one of the promotional spots is a definite high point for my year! I hope you enjoy all of the books in the collections, as well as the rest of Ravenous Romance's extensive and diverse collection of spicy romances for sale on the website!

Please come visit me at my website and blog at http://www.danafredsti.com/.

Happy reading! Inara LaVey

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