Babs BookMark Issue 13

BOOKS AND BEYOND

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EDITOR'S NOTE

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COVER

Charlene Raddon with her new release Barclay.

COZY MYSTERY/ THRILLERS

Kate Young Amorette Anderson Marian Lanouette Leo J. Maloney Reviews

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ROMANCE

Elizabeth Lane Kathi O. Peterson Keta Diablo Rebecca Neely Rue Allyn Susannah Shannon Reviews

Editor's Note

BY BABS HIGHTOWER Welcome to September's issue of Babs BookMark. We are happy to have you with us.

Amber has some blog tours that need some help and she has a new column.

"Escape into Your Next Favorite Book".

Be sure to check it out.

We also still have some ads you can purchase buy one get one free. You can go here to apply.

We would love to have you featured in our magazine you can do that here.

On the Cover Charlene Raddon

No bachelor could be prepared for what happens to the Givens brothers one stormy night in 1876. Finding a pregnant woman on their road, they take her in. Before they can learn anything about her, she gives birth to triplets and disappears.

Luckily, the doctor supplies a much-needed wet-nurse— Cynara, a recent widow who lost her baby. Her sad eyes and gentle acceptance awaken something in Barclay's staid soul.

But she's not ready for a new man in her life. She'll stay at the ranch and tend the babies, but that's all.

Meanwhile, where is the babies' real mother? Who and where is the father? And what will become of these helpless infants?

In 2011, Charlene’s artistic nature prompted her to try a different path and she began designing book covers. Today, she has a long list of clients and her own cover site, http://silversagebookcovers.com where she specializes in historical romance covers, primarily western.Her writing and graphic arts business keeps her mightily busy and happy. But she always has time for family, travel, and helping other authors.

Historical Reviews

Untamed Cowboy by Pam Crooks review by Babs Carina Lockett is a single mom and running the C Bar C. A ranch she wants to leave to her daughter when the time comes. Her ex’s mom shows up and takes Callie Sue with the help of Rogan the father.

Penn McClure has been hired on at the C Bar C and is helping with the herd.

When he learns that Rogan is the cause for Carina’s heart ache he helps as much as he can. He wants Rogan too.

Can he help get her daughter back or will Carina loose the ranch to Rogan?

The plot was well done you were wanting to hurry and turn the pages.

You had to know what was going on.

The characters were all well done you really want to dislike Rogan and his mom. There are some laugh out loud moments along with some tender ones.

A wonderful story to read.

Death Takes a Holiday at Pemberley review by Babs really like JA variations and some are good and some are way off. Death Takes a Holiday at Pemberley is really good.

Darcy is out on his horse and enjoying life with Elizabeth and their son Bennet. When is horse is spooked, Darcy has a near death episode.

Mr. Graham knows as the angle of death visits Darcy the day after and explains why he is there he wants to know and see why Darcy is so happy. In exchange for watching Darcy for a little but he will delay Darcy’s death.

Darcy doesn't really trust Graham, he has no choice but to agree.

Instead of spending time with Darcy as planned, Graham seems more interested in Elizabeth.

We also learn things from other characters that things are not as they seem.

The author did an excellent job with the characters and plot. You will not want to put the book down.

Blog Tour Hosts Sapphyria’s Book Promotions is Seeking Reviewers and Virtual Book Tour Hosts for the Pagan Light Series (formerly Goth Girl, Virgin Queen) by JoAnne Keltner - YA Paranormal (October 28-November 1, 2019).

I am super excited about this tour! JoAnne Keltner has released Book 2 in the Pagan Light series. This is book 2 in the Goth Girl, Virgin Queen series that has been updated and re-branded by the author. If you've read Goth Girl, Virgin Queen, the book has been re-titled Possessed. There have been minor changes made but nothing that should affect your original review, nor will the changes prevent you from moving to Spellbound, Book 2. However, both books are available for review so if you want to read both books, review copies will be available.

There will be a couple giveaways during the tour. The author is going to set up a Goodreads giveaway for a physical copy of Spellbound, Book 2. I will be setting up a Rafflecopter giveaway for a Kindle copy of Possessed, Book 1. All of you are welcome to enter the giveaways!

About Possessed (formerly titled Goth Girl, Virgin Queen), Book 1: Calling Jackie psychic makes her cringe. But Jackie’s no normal seventeen-year-old. She picks up emotions from people and objects like a freak. The emotions make her sick, and the guilt she feels for lying to her church when she was twelve causes her to deny her psychic abilities.

But when her jealous friend Trish invites a demon to help her steal Jason's love for Jackie, Jackie must learn how to use her gift to protect Jason and herself and to heal the negative energies around them. To do so means she must overcome her guilt and accept who she is before the demon claims her soul.

Print book page count: 335 No sex

About Spellbound, Book 2: After battling a demon from her great-grandmother’s past, Jackie Turov, a psychic and healer, accepts that all things are possible—even a romantic relationship with the young seminarian, David. But after an elderly church member, an immigrant from Russia, accuses Jackie and her great-grandmother, Babu, of being witches, Jackie questions if Babu was once an evil witch or just someone blessed with healing light. As Jackie sets out to find the truth about Babu’s troubling past, and ultimately about herself, her future with David hangs in the balance.

Print book page count: 376 No sex, just some passionate kissing Genre: YA Paranormal Blog Tour Dates: October 28-November 1, 20019 I don't require top or only post of the day for any of my tours. Materials will include a standard post and an HTML. To get more information about the books and to sign up, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/vRywxJgdKdY8m6ge7 Please share the sign up form with anyone you think would be interested in the series.

Set the mood for Halloween with the Pagan Light series by JoAnne Keltner!!

Escape into Your Next Favorite Book

BY AMBER MARR

Welcome to my first Next Favorite Book column in the Babs BookMark magazine. With the coming of Halloween, I thought books about witches would pique your interest.

Mirror World Publishing author, Leigh Goff, has two books that focus on witches, Disenchanted (2015) and Bewitching Hannah (2017). I have read Disenchanted and loved the book. I gave it 5 stars. I have not had a chance to read Bewitching Hannah yet; however, the book is on my TBR list.

About the Book: Sixteen-year-old Sophie Goodchild is an outcast among the ordinaries and her coven, but not because she’s untalented. Descended from a powerful Wethersfield witch, her spellcasting gift is awkwardly emerging, but that’s the least of her worries.

The boy she’s forbidden to fall for, a descendant of the man who condemned her witch ancestor to hang, carries a dark secret that could destroy them both unless Sophie learns how to tap into the mysterious power of her diamond bloodcharm.

Book Details: Genre: Young Adult, Paranormal Print Length: 266 pages Publisher: Mirror World Publishing; 1 edition (https://mirror-worldpublishing.myshopify.com/) Publication Date: June 1, 2015 ASIN: B00WNKZPX2 Purchase Links: Mirror World Publishing eBook: https://mirror-world-publishing.myshopify.com/products/disenchanted (Currently on sale for $0.99. Double check before purchasing please, as Babs BookMark is not responsible for pricing and the book may come off sale at any time).

Paperback: https://mirror-world-publishing.myshopify.com/products/disenchanted-1 (Currently on sale. Double check before purchasing please, as Babs BookMark is not responsible for pricing and the book may come off sale at any time).

Amazon https://amzn.to/2Hjiqbs Read my review of Disenchanted on Amazon (https://amzn.to/2HmvSeE)

About the Book: Sixteen-year-old Hannah Fitzgerald has always known she is descended from a royal legacy of dark magic. Although a stranger to her coven in Annapolis, she is no stranger to grief and denial. However, when an ancient prophecy reveals the rise of a young, powerful witch and the impending death of another, she realizes she can no longer afford to suppress the magic that has taken away so much. She seeks out the frighteningly scarred, yet mysterious W who is destined to change her life, but even he cannot prepare her for the danger that lies ahead.

Engaged in a deadly game and not knowing whom her true rival is, Hannah isn't certain she will survive, and if she loses, she may lose everything, including the ones she loves.

Book Details: Print Length: 287 pages Publisher: Mirror World Publishing; 1 edition (September 17, 2017) Publication Date: September 17, 2017 Sold by: Amazon Digital Services LLC Language: English ASIN: B073X5KF13 Purchase Links: Mirror World Publishing eBook: https://mirror-world-publishing.myshopify.com/products/bewitchinghannah-ebook Paperback: https://mirror-worldpublishing.myshopify.com/products/bewitching-hannah-paperback Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Z73A2K

Cozy Mystery & Thrillers Kate Young Amorette Anderson Marian Lanouette Leo J. Maloney Reviews

Kate Young Life has always been sweet on Georgia’s Peach Cove Island, but a case of murder has Marygene Brown down in the pits . . .

For generations, the women of the Brown family on Peach Cove Island have been known for their Southern sass and sweet homemade desserts at their beloved Peach Diner. Since their mother's passing two years ago, Marygene has been stuck in Atlanta while her sister Jena Lynn has been running the family business. Now Marygene has left her husband and returned to her hometown, where she can almost feel Mama's presence.

But all is not peachy back home. Marygene has barely tied on an apron when a diner regular drops dead at the counter. When it turns out the old man's been poisoned, Jena Lynn is led away in handcuffs and the family eatery is closed. Now, to save her sister and the diner, Marygene must find the real killer.

With some startling assistance from her Mama's spirit, Marygene will be serving up a special order of just desserts . . .

Includes Seven Recipes from Marygene’s Kitchen!

Pre-Order On Georgia’s picturesque Peach Cove Island, a killer is serving up a two-for-one special . . .

After their mama's passing, Marygene Brown returned to Peach Cove Island to help her sister Jena Lynn run the family diner, renowned for its homemade peach desserts. But Mama is never too far away—her sassy spirit haunts the island, and more specifically Marygene. Lately Mama has been warning her that the dead will seek her out to solve their murders, an idea Marygene is far from peachy keen on.

But that prophecy appears to be coming true when she goes skinny-dipping off the island and swims right into a woman's charred corpse floating in the waves.

And when Marygene and her brother Sam come upon a second burned body in a wine cellar at an event they're catering, it appears they have a double homicide on their hands. It soon turns out the victims have more in common than their charred remains, and Marygene will need to double down to find a killer who has no aversion to playing with fire. Good thing Mama has her back . . .

Includes Seven Recipes from Marygene’s Kitchen!

Amorette Anderson Before we get to Amorette's interview, I wanted to share why she is in the magazine. I started reading her A Hillcrest Witch Mystery Series. I happen upon them my accident and fell in love. So of course those that know me know I will reach out to the author.

BBM: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

Sure! My name is Amorette. I live in Colorado with my puppy Marley and my hubby. I write paranormal cozy mysteries, because I love all things magical. My highschool yearbook quote was “Imagination is more important than knowledge�, which is a quote from Einstein and pretty much summarizes how I feel about life. I love to imagine new possibilities, and writing about magic is one of the best ways I can think of to do that.

BBM: Was there a certain time in your life you knew you wanted to write?

I knew at a very young age… probably five or six. My family had a word processor at that time and I started typing stories and then illustrating them with my sisters. I was fascinated by Beatrix Potter and thought that if I could just write stories like she did, I would be happy all the time. As I started reading YA books my interest in stories grew stronger. I started writing novels when I was in my young twenties, even though I didn’t consider it to be part of my career plan. I’m so happy now that I can be writing full time.

BBM: What are you currently working on?

Right now I am working on “The Case of the Spirit Spell: A Hillcrest Witch Mystery (Book #10) BBM: Of the books you've written, which one is your favorite and why?

Of the books I’ve written so far, “The Case of the Vision Spell” is my favorite. That is because it deals with vision and how we perceive the world. I am interested in the idea that physical eyesight is very limiting and that there is a way to “see” and perceive in a new and different way. It was really exciting to explore that idea in a work of fiction.

BBM: What books have most influenced you as a writer?

Agatha Christie’s mysteries have influenced my style because she is the queen of cozy mysteries. I think I’ve also been influenced by Judy Blume, because through her writing and teaching I’ve learned the importance of being honest about what characters are going through.

BBM: What do you find to be the most challenging part of writing? And the most rewarding?

The most challenging part for me is probably getting the first draft out.

It can feel so daunting and impossible to be in the middle of a story.

Sometimes it feels like it will never come together. It always does!

BBM: What book is on your nightstand?

Right now I have “The Science of Enlightenment” by Shinzen Young on my nightstand. It’s about meditation and I’m loving it.

BBM: What can we look forward to seeing from you in the future?

More books about magic, possibilities, and potential. I plan to write thirteen books in the “Hillcrest Witch Cozy Mystery”, and then perhaps do some shorter spin-off series. I also plan to write two more fairy tale retelling cozies. Then, who knows? More imaginative stories that are positive and uplifting, I hope.

BBM: Is there anything you'd like to share with your readers?

Magic is a change in perception. Miracles are natural. Anything is possible. There are no limits.

About Amorette Anderson I write fun cozy mystery novels that star witchy characters. I'd love to hear from you! Join my mailing list at BookHip.com/NATZXF, or find me on facebook!

Leo J. Maloney In this explosive novel of world-class suspense, former Black Ops veteran Leo J. Maloney traces a lethal conspiracy from the frontlines of battle to the backrooms of Washington to a single assassin's bullet. . .Termination OrdersOnce a trained killer for the CIA, Dan Morgan has built a new life for himself. But when he receives a desperate plea from his former Black Ops partner-reportedly killed in a foreign battle zone--he flies to help. It should be a routine mission, extracting a human asset from the region. But it's not routine; it's an ambush. Now Morgan is running for his life, holding crucial evidence. With his contacts dead and family in danger, Morgan must take on a full-scale conspiracy in the highest echelons of a vast global network that plays by its own rules-when it suits them. For Dan Morgan, it's about to come to an end in Washington, D.C., on a national stage, in the crosshairs of a killer. . .

Marian Lanouette Homicide detective Jake Carrington takes murder personally…

The victim was bludgeoned, stripped, and left for dead. Shanna Wagner deserves justice—and there’s no better cop than Lieutenant Jake Carrington to find her killer. The brutality of the crime reminds Jake of his sister’s murder seventeen years ago, and the remorseless man responsible, now up for parole.

Then another woman is killed—and Jake goes dangerously close to the edge. He’ll have to face his personal demons and focus his formidable skills if he hopes to stop a vicious murderer from striking again—and hold on to his career, and his life . . .

Cozy

Reviews

The Case of the Love Spell (Hillcrest Witch Mystery #0) by Amorette Anderson review by Babs Penny is a PI in the small town of Hillcrest.

Claudine Terra, is found dead by her niece, Lucy but turns out she was really murdered. Gunther, comes to see Penny and gives her a note. It says Claundine was murdered. Will the police take her seriously? In return for taking the note, Gunther gives her some items Claudine gave to him.

One of the items is a book that will help humans turn into witches. It is so good that she reads in numerous times and so does the Knitting circle Penny belongs to. 
Chris is not only Penny’s ex but also her neighbor. He is not over Penny but can he take the note seriously?

When Gunther is found dead in Penny’s office will he start to listen?

Will she find out who killed Claudine and Gunther or will it be too late? What about Turkey her cat?

With Penny, Annie, Marley, Cora, Buttercup and Turkey the story stays hoping. There is enough action, tension between ex’s, a vampire, and more to keep the reader turning the pages. The characters keep you on your toes and some laugh out loud moments. The plot is remarkable. You will fall in love with Penny and want to see what happens next.

The Case of the Power Spell (Hillcrest Witch Mystery #1) by Amorette Anderson review by Babs Penny has been trying to hold off on paying rent for her Yoga closet and the next customer might be her hope.

The Mayor would like to know why his wife had a one way ticket to Hawaii. What is she holding back?

The coven has been working on the next spell.

With Turkey and dog sitting for the new lawyer’s chihuahua, Blueberry Muffin, they have some fun times trying to figure out what is going on with Marrianne and this ticket.

Max has moved near her and this can complicate things with Chris.

Another great read in this series. Penny does her best and it works 90% of the time. The coven is leanring more spells which can be funny all in itself.

Characters are great and the mysteries are good.

Knot On Her Life by Mary Marks review by Amber Martha Rose is back and expecting a grandchild any day now. While she’s waiting, she’s making a quilt for the new baby. When her neighbor Sonia’s new foster child, Poppy, comes knocking because there’s been a medical emergency under suspicious circumstances, Martha’s attention is diverted. Poppy’s parents were murdered, and the killer was never apprehended, raising suspicion in both Martha and her fiancé, Crusher.

Circumstances behind how Poppy ended up in the foster care system puzzle Martha, as well, since both of her parents come from wealthy, prominent families. Be prepared for an emotional trip that will not only tug at your heartstrings but infuriate you, as well.

Martha Rose has really developed as a crime solver/fighter. She does the best she can in the situations presented to her. She’s not nearly as daft and is a little bit better at taking precautions. She still bends the laws on occasion but either it’s not as often as in the first few books or I’m just getting used to her methods. In this book, she manages to accomplish more than those assigned to the murder case. When you have a rapport with people like Martha does, it’s no wonder she gets adults and children to open up to her.

I love all the characters in the Quilting Mysteries by Mary Marks. The relationship between Martha and Crusher is sweet and I’m honestly glad she is with him. He is so devoted to Martha and her to Crusher. The quilting group, which now includes Giselle, Martha’s half-sister, is a riot and totally have Martha’s back. I really feel like they are all my friends since we’ve now been together for seven books. I hope we continue to get more books in this series.

Mary Marks does another wonderful job building up the mystery and keeping everything a secret. The truth of the situation is revealed at the perfect time and the person responsible is not the person I thought it would be. The writing flows well and is concise.

The author's writing style is fluid and smooth and so easy to get lost in. The romantic elements of Knot on Her Life are subtle and don't overshadow the mystery. The entire novel is engaging; never a dull moment.

Left Fur Dead is a cute first book in J.M. Griffin's new Jules & Bun Mystery series. Juliette "Jules" Bridge owns and operates Fur Bridge Farms, a sanctuary for injured, abused, and neglected rabbits. She has help by way of Jessica "Jess" Plain, a vet school student and other student helpers. Jules also has an unusual bunny named Bun. I enjoyed Bun's ability to communicate telepathically with Jules.

When Jules and Bun are out for a walk, they discover a body. The body belongs to Arty, a mime Jules occasionally works with at children's parties. As the police investigate, Jules and Bun decide to try their hand - and paw - at sleuthing. During the hunt for Arty's killer, Jules also has people breaking into her barn and trying to release all the rehab bunnies, and a person from her past reappears - earlier than she expected. As more suspects are revealed, Jules falls further into dangerous territory.

An entertaining story, Left Fur Dead is an easy read filled with wonderful characters.

The world building is done well and I was able to visualize every scene and felt like I was there. The outcome of the mystery left me reeling. I thought I knew who did it or was at least involved (and I was correct), however, the revelations that lead up to everything shocked me. The reasons behind all of the trouble on Jules' farm are unbelievable (in an awe way, as opposed to a not believable way).

I only had a couple issues with the book: 1) Some of the dialogue between characters and between Bun and Jules is rough but the story is fun, regardless. 2) SPOILER ALERT - there isn't any sort of romance to be had. I enjoy a light romantic theme to run through the cozies I read. These issues, however, did not stop me from reading the book. In fact, 1f Book 1 is any indication, the Jules & Bun Mystery series is off to a great start. I enjoyed Left Fur Dead and look forward to Book 2.

Sci-fi Kayelle Allen Reviews

Kayelle Allen

Why should Pietas end the war with humans?His people are winning, yet they insist on peace talks. The Ultra people want to grant humans a seat on the Council. Pietas ap Lorectic, Chancellor of the High Council, War Leader and First Conqueror, disagrees. What's best for mortals is oppression, control, and if necessary, elimination.

Pietas seethes with rage at the idea of human equality. Humans might have created Ultras, but the creation has far surpassed the creator.

Humans die. Ultras are reborn, no matter how grievous the injury.

They have no equals.

His people permit him no choice. He must attend these insipid peace talks on Enderium Six and what's worse, be polite. To humans.

When a human special ops warrior is killed in battle, he's resurrected in a secret process and inducted into the Ghost Corps. He's given enough strength to perma-kill immortal Ultras. Ghosts are the most hated and feared of warriors.When the ghost entraps and captures Pietas at the peace talks, the two begin a long journey toward Sempervia, an isolated and forgotten world. Once there, Pietas is marooned and the ghost abandoned alongside him. The two must either fight to perma-death, or join forces to survive.

As Pietas comes to trust the human, an unlikely and awkward friendship begins. Until he discovers how ghosts are resurrected...

Shelf Life: The Book of Better Endings by Rob Gregson review by Amber I was drawn by the synopsis of Shelf Life. A person living life in their own reality only to find out they are actually a secondary character in an author's novel? Yes, please!

Poor Cathy aka "Finn" - you can't help but feel for her character. Her life is in danger and when she meets that danger head on, she's pulled out of her life and into another world. She finds out that in her other life she dies even though she's alive wherever her extractors just took her. Finn needs to find a way to get back to her reality because now her mother and sister are in danger.

As Finn tries creative measures to escape her current fate, the emergence of a threat to the extractors becomes top priority. If the threat isn't neutralized, she may be stuck in her current reality and chaos will erupt through the literary world. In an effort to prevent her inability to find a way home and to prevent an uprising, Finn joins a motley group of characters to find the threat and take it out before irreparable, irreversible damage is done.

Shelf Life is a descriptive, well-written novel. Full of twists and turns, the reader is taken on a wild adventure through the life of characters living within various novels.

Fantasy, sci-fi, and adventure are masterfully blended to create a novel that is exciting, engaging, and interesting. The characters and plot are unique and I found myself immersed in the world created by Rob Gregson. I enjoyed the writing style

Romance Elizabeth Lane Kathi O. Peterson Keta Diablo Rebecca Neely Rue Allyn Susannah Shannon Reviews

Elizabeth Lane "We're going to have a child. You need to come home so we can get married."

So wrote Hannah Gustavson to her childhood sweetheart, the father of her baby. But with no response, she was forced to marry another man‌her lover's brother.

Tall, handsome and honorable, Judd Seavers could make any woman's heart race. Hannah was no exception, and she was awed by the ex-soldier who gave her his name.

A forbidden love as grand as the Rockies crested between them.

But a shadow loomed. Would the baby's father come home? And if he did, would Judd return his borrowed bride?

Kathi Oram Peterson Regi Bernard’s small hometown on the Snake River is good for some things (like fishing) but bad for others (like avoiding old flames). On one unlucky day, Regi runs in to the two men she least wants to see: Samuel Tanner, her first love, whose sudden rejection still stings decades later; and Ranger Curtis Romney, the man who trampled her daughter’s heart and reputation. But the next day, Regi’s luck is even worse. While trespassing on Samuel’s land to fish, she discovers a dead body in the willows. And when Regi reports the murder, she becomes the prime suspect. Of course Regi knows she’s innocent. What she doesn’t know is why the murder leads keep pointing to her, and she’s not going to sit around waiting while others find out. Unraveling a murder case in a small town where everyone and everything is interconnected is a tangled task at best. As Regi takes matters into her own hands, she finds the evidence points to multiple townspeople as the possible killer, including Regi’s own sister. With so many possibilities, Regi can’t get the job done without getting close to one particular suspect —Samuel, the man she’d hoped to avoid forever. The two of them will need more than luck if they’re going to clear their names and their past. And as Regi races to discover the truth about the murder, she may very well face her own.

Keta Diablo Finalist Independent Author Network Book Award Would you forsake your mother to save the woman you loved?

Season Scrimshaw isn't selling the land her parents left her when they died, not even to the gorgeous Rann Brogan who saved her life in the forest.

Especially not after she finds out he was in the woods surveying her property.

Rann's mother, Charlotte, owns a large land development company. She wants Season’s property to put up a strip of luxurious, lakefront condos and Charlotte always gets what she wants. She sends Rann on a mission to seal the deal. To say Rann and his mother have had a normal mother/son relationship would be a stretch…a big stretch, but he’s always done her bidding.

This time it’s different. Rann hasn’t been able to get the beautiful Season out of his mind. While on his mission to secure the property, he realizes how much Season loves the land, and…he realizes somewhere along the line, Season has stolen his heart.

He soon discovers his mother will go to any length to get what she wants…including murder. Lives spiral out of control, secrets and lies take center stage. Rann is forced to choose between his mother and the woman he loves.

And he’s forced to become as dangerous and as lethal as Charlotte.

Love a lot of thriller with your romance? Love a lot romance with your thriller? How about suspense, betrayal and murder?

If so, then Season, Unforgettable is the book for you.

Khardine Gray, USA Today Bestselling Author– Alone In The Dark Dariel Raye – USA Today Bestselling Author – The Devil Upstairs Lori Titus USA Today Bestselling Author - Talons Muffy Wilson – USA Today Bestselling Author – Succubus Unleashed Keta Diablo – Bestselling Author – I Spy A Demon Marilyn Harlow– Bestselling Author – Demons Are A Girl’s Best Friend Gracen Miller – Bestselling Author - Hex Michelle Scott – Bestselling Author – The Demon’s Prisoner Katherine Smits – Bestselling Author – Siren Descending About A Darker Shade of Evil Deadly demons, diabolical devils and other creatures of the night will hold you spellbound in this one-of-a-kind anthology. In a world of dark delights, they trifle in forbidden passion, suspense and kick-ass battles. It’s all here in this captivating urban fantasy and paranormal romance anthology!

Brought to you by USA Today and International Bestselling Authors, these stories of sexy alpha heroes and heroines will keep you turning the pages. Devils, demons and their lethal hunters will draw you into their conquests, twisted deceptions, scorching heat, and yes, even love.

Rebecca Neely

Sacrifice or salvation? A chosen psychic few may be both. As Keepers battle Betrayers to save the human race, all's not fair in love and war.

THE KEEPER, Book 1THE WATCHER, Book 2THE BETRAYER, Book 3 All free on Kindle Unlimited

Rue Allyn When he ceased serving as one of King Edward I’s heralds, Sir Talon Du Quereste imagined he would settle on a quiet little estate, marry a gently bred damsel, and raise a flock of children. The wife of his daydreams was a woman who could enhance his standing with his peers, and certainly not an overly adventurous, impulsive, argumentative woman of dubious background.

When her family is murdered, Lady Larkin Rosham lost more than everyone she loved —she lost her name, her identity and her voice. She’s finally recovered her ability to speak, but no one believes her claim to be Lady Larkin. She is determined to regain her name and her heritage, but Sir Talon Du Quereste guards the way to the proof she needs. She must discover how to get past him without risking her heart.

Susannah Shannon

Love and Other Magic series

The facts about the Salem Witch trials are all correct, except for Serafina the young witch.

Nox and Dru have fun and romantic adventures

Romance Reviews Good Trouble (Alpine Valleys, Book 2) by L. Simpson) review by Amber Good Trouble is a wonderful contemporary romance.

The characters, the story, and the world are well developed. I really liked the Australian setting for the book. The character interactions, unique story, and likable characters made it very hard to put this book down.

I enjoyed how the author developed our British physio, providing an emotionally charged story behind her arrival in Australia. Annie is a strong, independent woman with reasons behind her lack of a romantic life. When she meets Erik, a local football hero, he insists they should go out and she resists him as long as she can. They make an arrangement that, as the story progresses, doesn't work for either of them but misunderstandings come between them.

I enjoyed the cat and mouse game between Annie and Erik. Their interactions were filled with snark, wit, humor, and chemistry. Both Annie and Erik have secrets and sad experiences that the author develops over the course of the book. There is also the obligatory pot-stirrer who causes her own fair share of problems for Annie and Erik. Good Trouble is a great read and highly recommended.

Hooked by Elizabeth Hunter reivew by Amber

Hooked pairs a big city transplant to a small town local flawlessly. Tayla McKinnon is a fashion blogger whose time in Metlin isn’t supposed to include a forever. She temporarily relocates there with her friend Emmie to help Emmie establish a bookstore. Tayla becomes more comfortable in the small town and finds flirting with local store owner, Jeremy Allen, an enjoyable pastime. That’s all it could ever be with Tayla, as she’s not a relationship kind of gal. Jeremy, however, is a relationship kind of guy and thinks it’s about time to convince Tayla to take a chance. Then, Tayla gets a job offer doing what she has always wanted to do – back in San Francisco.

Hooked is a brilliant contemporary romance with descriptive world-building that took me right into the story. The author provided essential information to make the story believable. The plot and setting were perfectly paired into a wonderfully romantic tale with pacing that will keep you engaged without moving too fast or lagging.

I loved Tayla and Jeremy’s characters. They were written realistically with personality that leapt off the pages, had wonderful dialogue, and their banter was great. The chemistry between the two is electric and you can tell they are totally into each other. The entire book was filled with fun and sass with some serious and emotional moments. I enjoyed Tayla and Jeremy’s story and was excited to visit 7th and Main again.

Elizabeth Hunter’s 7th and Main series is phenomenal. Who am I kidding?! Elizabeth Hunter has never written anything but the best stories. I’ve been one of her biggest fans since I devoured A Hidden Fire, her first book in the Elemental Mysteries series.

Time of My Life (Oceanic Dreams, Book 2) by Laura Heffernan review by Amber Time of My Life parallels quite a few parts and characters from the movie Dirty Dancing and I enjoyed them all. The cruise ship setting engaged me and the pole dancing aspect intrigued me. The romance was sweet and I loved how the author built it up. The story is fast paced and never boring. The author did a great job adding in some emotional content that had me feeling what the characters were feeling.

As someone who's been on a couple cruises in her life, this story took me back to them. Of course, there weren't pole dancing lessons (which is a pity, really.

I would have enjoyed trying it out). The author did a great job bringing the reader onto the cruise ship.

The world building allowed me to visualize the story.

The descriptions for the pole dancing techniques were easy to follow and understand. Time of My Life is an enjoyable, quick read.body text

Flirting with Fire by Piper Rayne review by Babs Maddie and her friends Lauren and Vanessa are at the first responder's bachelor auction. They each bid on the others crush from high school. What could possibly go wrong?

The girls win.

Now it is time for Maddie’s date with Mauro her big crush in high school who had no clue who Maddie is. Back in school she help Mauro get home and they had their firs kiss. It didn’t go so well.

Will their date now?

This book was a bit different than some of the others as it was well done as you could relate to the characters.

Mauro goes beyond and over for Maddie to make her see he really does love her for her. He not only tells but shows it to her. Over and over again in the story he shows just how sweet a guy can be. Maddie is down on herself and she knows she as curves and not he best looking woman.

There are some laugh out loud moments as the pages turn themselves. You want to know what happens with these two.

Crushing On The Cop by Piper Rayne review by Babs Cristian Bianco is the middle brother of the Bianco boys. He is still waiting on his auction date with Vanessa who happens to be his commander’s daughter. Event he commander is harping on Cristian to get the date over with.

Vanessa is not a relationship type of person. She wants to get her business off and to a good start. She had to do somethings that are not the best and no one knows. NO on will know.

After they both agree to the date she bribes a waiter to spill water on her so she get out of the date. He tells Christian and the fun begins.

They each fight the attraction but Vanessa most of all. She thinks he is going to be like all the other men and not love her for herself. Cristian doesn’t play games and doesn’t want to get hurt.

Can these two come together?

It was nice to see Mauro and Maddie again along with the Bianco family. We learn a bit more and the story is great. The characters are all well done and you find yourself wanting to know more.

His Curvy Teacher by Sara Hazel review by Babs Caitlyn is 19 and is in her first week of teaching at the local school in town. Riley is 4 years old and waiting on her ride. IN doing so she starts to throw things. Her dad Lincoln comes in and takes over and teacher and parent stare at each other.

Lincoln started his own business and sold it for a large sum he is well off. He likes to help charities and make a nice life for his little girl who can be hand full at 4 years old.

Caitlyn doesn’t have a nice family when it comes to her and her sister. Going out with Lincoln has been nice and things heat up but her sister has let Caitlyn’s ex know where she is and everyone things Lincoln us using her. Is he?

A lovely story of a man who really cares for a larger woman no matter what the cost. She is sexy and a great teacher. He helps Caitlyn and vice versa. The characters are great and the plot holds the readers interest.

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