Wednesday 31 October 2018

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THE CLARITY SERIES (#1-3)
by Ivana B. Kinkee


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Alpha's Clarity (Clarity #1) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Be warned this is both a very short read, as well as a very dark and steamy one. This is set in an omegaverse which, with its talk of alphas, omegas and knots, may be confused with a shifter/paranormal setting. This is comparable to a contemporary setting but where there is a strong, chemical compulsion between omegas and alphas to mate.

This is dark - it has scenes of very dubious if not non-consented intercourse between one female and multiple males. If this would be a trigger then perhaps this isn't for you. If you are familiar with the work of this author or Addison Cain then I'm sure you'd be fine with this.

My only issue is that this is only part of a book, half a dozen chapters and a few scenes from a complete story. From the page count and time taken to read this (less than an hour) this appears to be one story that will be split across at least 3 books. I can't say I'm a fan of this approach, though I am a fan of the very steamy and down right naughty writing in this book. If you're looking for a quick, hot and erotic read then this very nicely fits the bill.




Synopsis

Seven massive males dragging her into an alley was not how this night was supposed to end.


It was supposed to be a night of partying with her friends… but with one swallow of Clarity everything goes wrong.



They call her Omega. Promise to end the pain, promise to give her what she needs, but what they need is her. And now that they’ve found her they will never let her go.



'Alpha's Clarity' is a reverse harem Omegaverse dark romance with sci-fi in its bones.


Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Alphas-Clarity-Reverse-Harem-Omegaverse-ebook/dp/B07DR95X4B/



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Alpha's Promise (Clarity #2) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐


More crazily good hotness


I'm not normally a fan of shorter reads, but this is the continuation of one story, and I am totally hooked on it. On reflection I am appreciating how it has been broken down into sections. In a longer novel I can get so caught up in 'getting to the end' that I don't stop and appreciate the part of the story that I am reading. The length of these books means that you stop and digest it in smaller parts and that has strangely made it MORE enjoyable.

The series is building up, with each book allowing us to get to know ONE of the 7 males in more depth. Not that we aren't learning more about ALL of them but Mordek had a special 'role' in book 1 as Jeden does in this one. I'm definitely starting to get a feel for the male characters now, some in more depth than others but this is a deliberate move by the author.

I love, love LOVE Karissa. She is determined, tough and strong, even in the times where her mind isn't necessarily her own. She got angry when I needed her to get angry, and her reactions were so believable and appropriate. There is darkness and light to the story, I love how protective and caring the alpha's are, but the paradox is that Karissa is only in that situation because of them. Which is what underpins the who darkness and f'd-up-ness of this story.

This is very erotic and pretty dark, so you will either love it or hate it. You've now been warned that it has dubious consent and a lot of graphic multi-partner sex scenes. If either of those isn't for you then proceed with caution, or at the very least please don't leave a bad review because you don't care for the content. For those that LOVE this type of read I do highly recommend this.





Synopsis

Trapped with a pack of Alphas. They will never let her go.

Seven massive males, a strange side-step in evolution that makes them different. More powerful, more aggressive, bigger… in more ways than one. 

And now Karissa is different too. Omega. Everything about her is changing, but even as she struggles to hold on to who she is — she can’t deny how much she wants them. 

They’ve promised to protect her, to keep her safe and tend her, but who will protect her from them?


Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Alphas-Promise-Reverse-Omegaverse-Clarity-ebook/dp/B07FFF4HDN/



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Alpha's Bond (Clarity #3) - ⭐⭐⭐⭐


Being kept safe or being held captive really just depends what side of the door you are on.


By all things that are holy, this series just gets better and better, whilst the author continues to surprise me with where she takes the story. Book #1 made me thing this was going to be a darkly erotic tale with lots of sex and seven hot alphas. Book #2 showed us a deeper connection between Karissa and some of the alphas.

Alpha's Bond showed us just how strong and determined Karissa is.  This 'episode' was jam packed with emotion.  Anger, hate, despair, lust, hope, pain - wow it has it all, along with a dollop of dubious/non-con.  Poor Karissa was on a roller coaster ride of feelings, and she wasn't the only one. She learns the hard way that her actions have serious consequences that affect ALL of the pack, not just her.

We also get to know more back story, we meet Alishair (I loved him and would love to see him maybe get his own story) and the alphas make a decision.  I am most definitely hooked on this series of books. I need to know what will happen next, how the pack will keep their promises to Karissa whist also keeping her safe.  Roll on Book #4!




Synopsis

Bonded to the head Alpha, all she wants is to escape.

Karissa just wants her life back, the life that was stolen by seven powerful Alphas, but the pack has made it clear that's not possible.

They say it's for her safety, they say they are hers, but for an Omega planning to run, the most dangerous threat of all is the one who already owns a piece of her soul.

Danger. Drama. This pack is in trouble, and Karissa could be their doom or their salvation.


Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07J3HKSM9/

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Friday 26 October 2018

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CHAOS BORN
by Kallista Dane

A reverse harem, science fiction romance
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4 stars



Whilst this is the second book of a series it can be read as a stand alone. I haven't read the first book, Fire Born but was easily able to pick up the story. This is a fast paced novella, with a twisty plot and a high heat factor.


I've read a couple of books by the author, so expected a steamy plot with some nice world building and good pace. I was surprised how quickly I got into the story, particularly since I'd not read the first instalment. The author did an excellent job of providing enough backstory without ruining the first book. The only thing I did miss out on was getting to know Drayke, as he plays a fairly minor role in this book.



As part of a prophecy, Queen Melisandre will join (literally) with 4 men to defeat an evil force threatening her word. The Lord of Darkness is searching for magical artefacts, Melisandre and her lovers will need to get to them first.


This is a well written piece of escapism, a fun and quick read that definitely left me wanting to read more of the series. Whilst this story revolves around a substantial amount of erotic content, it also has an interesting plot and some good world building. There are scenes of domination/submission, discipline and power exchange. If these offend you then this isn't the book for you. Me? I totally enjoyed them, along with the adventurous quest to save the world. I do wish this part was longer, it was all over a little quickly and yet was such a good idea. 



I liked both main characters and how they interacted with each other. I even didn't mind the insta-love, though the 'fated destiny' definitely element made this more palatable. Melisandre definitely struggled with her desires, I loved how this was dealt with in the story, it was both unusual and unique. Magnus was a perfect foil to her, and certainly taught Drayke a thing or two about mastering their woman. Even though this is a novella, I did feel the connection between the three characters and am intrigued how the next hero will be integrated into the relationship.


I would happily recommend this to 18+ readers who enjoy an erotic read that involves power exchange/BDSM elements.

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Synopsis

TWO DARK DOMINATING WARRIORS WILL BATTLE ONE ANCIENT ENEMY. 

AND I'M THE PRIZE. 

The Lord of Darkness is determined to conquer our world - and claim me as his bride. 

I once ruled the World of the Seven Stars as the Virgin Queen. But tonight I will kneel in shameful submission before two stern masters. 

The Oracle says I'm fated to mate with them both. That only together can we defeat an enemy old as the Universe. 

Two powerful warriors have agreed to join my fight. On one condition. They have dark desires of their own. Savage hungers. If I don't obey their every command tonight, no matter how wicked - I'll be punished. 

Author's Note: Chaos Born is a standalone novel in the World of the Seven Stars. It’s an MFM romance featuring two sexy Alpha males, one strong-willed queen, and lots of heat! 



Amazon US - https://www.amazon.com/Chaos-Born-Sci-Fi-Romance-Warriors-ebook/dp/B07J9KNSJC

Amazon UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Chaos-Born-Sci-Fi-Romance-Warriors-ebook/dp/B07J9KNSJC




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Wednesday 24 October 2018

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THE REPLACEMENT FIANCE

By Liz Durano

A contemporary romance novella



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This book is not just for Christmas, it's for life

This is a heart warming, warm hug of a read that drew me in and that I didn't want to end. Having read several books by this author I have come to expect a high standard of writing along with some good feels, though no silly and unnecessary drama. Her characters are always well portrayed and the plots are captivating. The Replacement Fiance delivered on all of these and more.


In order to safe face in front of her ex-fiance, Mariah told her family she was engaged. Now they're expecting to meet him over Christmas. Snow storms in the East mean the escort she hired is grounded thousands of miles away so in steps Logan, the man she has secretly lusted over for the last few years.



Mariah tastes of vanilla and honey, of shyness and a vulnerability I've never seen before this moment when all the masks finally come down and it's just us.


This is such a feel good read, not too sentimental or slushy, not to angsty and not just for the holidays. I enjoyed this from first line to last and my only real disappointment is that it's a novella and there wasn't more of Mariah and the extremely sexy Logan. It's a first person story, with both the hero and heroines view points.


Novella's always leave me wanting more, and in this one it was a little more depth to the characters. That's not to suggest they weren't rounded or believable, but I felt more like an acquaintance at times rather than a friend, particularly with Logan as we get less of his POV. I didn't quite get as much of an emotional connection with him. However that is the nature of shorter stories, there is always something that has to 'give'.



I did get plenty of feels from this book, especially the epilogue which really was quite cheesily perfect. It's also a slow-burn, with only one very tasteful sex scene, so whilst it's more of an adult read, it shouldn't offend anyone. I really do recommend this to all those who love reading contemporary romance. You would be missing out on a delightful read if you pass on this one.






Synopsis

The engagement may be fake. 
But the emotions are real.



After learning that her ex-fiancé will be spending the holidays next door to her parents' home, the last thing florist Mariah Peters wants is for him to see that she’s still single two years after they called off their wedding. And so she comes up with the perfect lie... that she’s engaged.



Too bad the man she hired to pretend to be her fiancé is grounded on the other side of the country and can't make it in time.



Enter friend Logan Garrison who volunteers to be the replacement. After all, that’s what friends are for, right?



But that’s before a practice kiss changes everything...


Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07HS3VLMF/



Tuesday 23 October 2018

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CATACOMBS

by Addison Cain


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My Review - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟


This is so dark, so very dark and please note the category it is in. There is no sweet ending to be had here, no redemption, no joy.

This is a wonderful tale that takes you down the rabbit hole of depravity, evil and terror. It held me mesmerised by its intricate beauty, whist igniting my anxiety and flooding my soul with horror. 

It's a twisty tale that left me with many questions, though these were questions mainly of my own making. Was Pearl better of without her memories? Was she happier when she allowed Darian to win?





This has it's erotic moments, it has it's dubious consent moments and it has its endless moments filled with eternal desolation. It isn't an easy read, it most certainly isn't a romantic read, don't expect an easy ending, don't expect rainbows, unicorns and a supposedly dark hero who turns into a romantic sap the moment he meets the heroine.

Do expect a far from heroic, very obsessed and incredibly evil character whose fixation on the heroine leads her to a very dark place. Expect erotic darkness, an amazing short story and an ending that will be everything you want and also everything you totally hate all wrapped up in the sheer f**ked-up-ness that is the hallmark of this amazing author.






SYNOPSIS

“There is no God for you but me. There is no heaven waiting for you. I own your soul and your body. I own your mind. I am your life and your only reason for existence.”

Catacombs is a tale of pure horror featuring the ruling vampire lord and his captive Treasure. Be warned.



AMAZON - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JL78CVL

Monday 22 October 2018

BOOK REVIEW AND RELEASE BLITZ

GONE HUNTING

by Cecy Robson Weird Girls, #0.3 

Publication Date: October 24, 2018 
Genres: Adult, Urban Fantasy, Romance, Standalone, Prequel


#PREORDER NOW! Releasing 10/24!

SYNOPSIS:

Discover Cecy Robson’s sensational Weird Girls series for the first time—or go back to the beginning …

The rest of the werewolf pack might consider Aric Connor to be omniscient and destined to save the world when evil returns to claim it. But for the most part, fifteen-year-old Aric ignores the confirmations of his powers, taking everything in stride until he meets her.


Celia Wird wasn’t supposed to awaken naked in the mountains of Colorado, not when she was just stalking her prey in a filthy alley several states away. She especially wasn’t supposed to meet Aric, the handsome werewolf who comes to her aid.


As a supernatural tasked with protecting the earth, Aric sympathizes with Celia’s dangerous situation. He’s also struck by her beauty and kindness. Yet, as much as Aric welcomes Celia, her arrival isn’t a peaceful one.


Dark forces stir in Celia’s presence, resolute on killing her. Aric and his inner beast are adamant about keeping Celia safe and with them. But there’s a time and a place for love, and Aric and Celia might not survive long enough to find it.


*NOTE* Gone Hunting is a prequel to the Weird Girls urban fantasy series. 
It can be read as a standalone.





MY REVIEW

Overall this is a really entertaining story that is well written and has very good pace. The teenagers were all a little too talented and kick-ass with no in depth explanation of why. I especially struggled with Celia's supposed fighting skills, given she had lived a very mundane life up to that point. They read a little more like new adults, rather than younger teenagers.

However I loved the word building and how this is clearly paving the way for what looks to be a very exciting and action packed series. I really liked not only Aric and Celia, but also the supporting characters, especially Liam and his mad Aunt Mimi! I can't wait to read more about all of them.

And that twist at the end. Totally gutting in some ways but also quite amazing and soooo unexpected despite the easter egg clues in the book. I would happily recommend this book, it's a sweet romance given their ages, and a cracking good read to boot.






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ABOUT CECY ROBSON



Cecy Robson is an author of contemporary and new adult romance, young adult adventure, and award-winning urban fantasy. A double-nominated RITA® Finalist, Winner of the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence, and published author of more than twenty titles, you can typically find Cecy on her laptop or stumbling blindly in search of caffeine.



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Saturday 20 October 2018

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FOOL'S ERRAND

by Lilliana Anderson



5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟


An absolute corker of a book, that made me both laugh and cry

Move over Nate, Abbot is now my favourite Cartwright brother (though I'm still betting on Toby totally taking and breaking my heart in the final book). This book gave me ALL the feels, Sloane and Abbot are wonderful characters. I totally believed in Sloane (especially since she was an older heroine) and fell absolutely, utterly, totally in love with Abbot. He was so sexy, hot and gorgeous.


I may have started drooling. Hell, my eyes might have bugged out of my head and made that hubba-hubba sound like a cartoon character.

If I was a gif I'd be Adam Sandler going 'So. Hot'.


When a face from her childhood shows up unexpectedly, Sloane is thrown into a world she was no longer sure she fitted into. But the job offer would solve her financial woes and allow her to move on from her sad and lonely existence.




I knew for a fact that Pop did the odd 'questionable' job over the years - I didn't want to do anything so risky I could get caught. Orange is the New Black was a great show and all, but I didn't want to be a cast member.


Sloane didn't count on the intense chemistry that would exist between her and Abbot, boy it was explosively hot and, along with a bet, kept them both on their toes. Their sexual teasing and games really drove the story along and was great fun... until suddenly it wasn't.




We were back to being just friends. Just like that. 

No more sex games... which was for the best. Obviously. 

Really it was. 

It was.....


This tale enthralled me, I couldn't put it down. In fact, despite it being a week night and having an alarm set for 6.10am the next day, I read until almost midnight. Thankfully the story reached a point where I could leave it until the next day, not that I wanted to! The writing is fantastic, the pace engaging and the plot captivating.



Refreshingly this story doesn't just end at the HEA point, it carried on past that point, mainly with the ongoing back ground story from previous books. Whilst reading those would add extra understanding, the author does a really good job of filling in enough details so that this can be read as a stand alone.


There are some books where you want to read the story, without ever reaching the end. This was definitely in that rare and select group for me. I could read about the sexy, fun Abbot and the natural, sassy Sloane forever.




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SYNOPSIS

I’m a tomboy through and through. But when the man of my dreams walks through my door, I want to be all woman. But that’s not how I roll…. 

Skirts and dresses, makeup and perfume. Things I knew nothing about. With my red hair and lanky body, I was just one of the guys. The ‘cool’ girl they hung out with but rarely dated seriously. Not that I had time for relationships anymore. Ever since my grandad passed, I’d been working day and night to try and salvage the failing locksmith business he’d spent his lifetime building. 

Then he walked in. Abbot Cartwright. Childhood friend. Collector of many women. I hadn’t seen him since he was thirteen. 

He grew up good. 

He also liked to play games. Games I was willing to be a part of, at first. Then things started getting serious—and illegal...

I had feelings and morals. 
Abbot didn’t have either. 
He needed my expertise, and I needed his commitment. 

Seemed neither of us was going to get one without the other. And I was getting too old to play games.

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AMAZON - https://www.amazon.com/Fools-Errand-Cartwright-Brothers-Book-ebook/dp/B07FL5MDYW

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Monday 15 October 2018

INDIE AUTHORS ON TOUR



Title: Inked Temptation
Author: Kay Maree

Genre: NA Contemporary Romance





Blurb:
ALLY
Guilt had me wrapped inside her cloak like a black fog.
Death and her poison consumed me day in and day out.
The vortex of grief captured my soul.

Until….

Temptation is dangled before me, enticing me to taste. Will it be sweet or sour?
Should I walk away or chance finding the love which will shatter my dark secrets and bring me back into the light? The love which could make my broken soul whole again.
Could this be the lifeline I so desperately need to pull me from the pit of despair and the drowning rapids of her disgust and disapproval?

Could he be the one to breathe new life into me?

XAVIER
Family.
Ink.
My brothers.
Sand.
Surf.
Everything that matters.
My weakness – emotion.
My mother is my world and as her memory fades, my inked exterior is shattered.
My mind is sucked into a vortex of darkness with no thought of ever finding love.
Love means only pain – the pain I see every day in my father's eyes as his soul mate slowly slips away.

Then…….

Like lightning on a summer's day, I'm blindsided.
She was there before me, so near but so far. My fingers twitched to touch her. My arms ached to hold her.
Could this be the soul I needed to help me breathe in this world?
Could she be the one to take away the pain?

If you found someone who could help you breathe, could you give that up?


  

Hi my name is Kay Maree and I'm a wife, mother of 3 and I love to write Instant Love with twists and turns with a bit of suspense thrown in.
My debut novel is called Angel Mine and was released in early 2017.
I live in Newcastle, on the New South Wales coast of Australia with my husband and three beautiful children.
Between being a taxi for my children, and working full-time, I somehow find the time to write. It's something I love with a passion and with the encouragement of my very supportive husband, I have accomplished one of my dreams - releasing my first novel.
I hope you fall in love with my characters as much as I have.
I love reading and getting lost in a good book when I manage to snatch five minutes to myself.

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Title: Heal Me
Author: Aleisha Maree

Genre: NA Romance, MC



Blurb:
Timberly
1,2,3,4,5 counting was my thing I knew how many steps it took for the seedy men to arrive at my door, I knew how many steps it took to reach work, and now I know how many steps it takes for the boy with the dragon tattoo to reach me to wrap me in his arms and kiss me like he requires me to breath.

Broken and loaded with such body numbing anxiety and panic attacks I shake like a leaf. I hide behind a thick veil of midnight black hair. He showed me that love happens even in the dark.

His name is Ghost and is the VP to the Reapers Reign MC he's dark and has demons that rival mine own deep dark secrets he saw more than the broken girl who lives on the 6th floor of the hell that I call home in Queens.

Ghost
I'm completely unhinged. The Reapers Reign use me as their in-house tormenter. I love to cut and dice, oh let's not forget burn. My weapons of choice is a switchblade. Throw in a blow torch for good measure cause well why the hell not? Falling in love with me is not a fucking option, I'm the devil in a tattooed body. I'm unstable, dark, a fucken unhinged lunatic. I keep all women at arm's length. I have not encountered one yet that can handle the dark I occupy, the anger I possess. I have a dangerous desire for pain and blood, and well some get a tad squeamish.

That was until I laid eyes on Timberly Roe.


Aleisha Maree is a writer of contemporary romance with a dark erotic sexy side with a paranormal twist. Aleisha also writes an MC Series with MMA flair. She doesn't let genre walls hold her back. Aleisha is from a small village called Wakefield in the South Island of New Zealand. She is a mum of 6 whom she loves more than breathing and she is married to the love of her life. Aleisha invites you into her mind full of stories and on the journeys, they will take you on.

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Fractured Promises: https://amzn.to/2CGfMMb
Title: Adolphus
Author: Scarlett J. Rose

Genre: Paranormal Romance



Blurb:
The fate of two people collide with the arrival of the Roman army to the lands of The Suebian occupied lands of Gaul.
Siglind, a Suebian Priestess knows that the fates can be fickle, but the power of her own fate leads her to a strange Wolf, who is more than he seems. With the guidance of their Gods, she and the other Priestesses must help their people survive the war against Rome, but visions of a handsome warrior and a wolf haunt her. Is the wolf the portent of the End Times? And who is this warrior? Is he here to save her? Or will he become her downfall.
Adolphus, A soldier of Rome, who serves under a cursed blessing from the Gods - He can run the world as a wolf. he is the perfect scout, unseen, unnoticed by the enemy, but one person does notice him, the young, beautiful Suebian Priestess Siglind.
Adolphus knows that she is his, that the Gods have set her aside for him as a reward, or perhaps a penance for his curse. but with the inevitable battle between their people looming, will they find each other? Or will they be torn apart in the war machine that is Rome?

  
I'm an Australian Indie Erotica/Romance Author who absolutely loves to write. on a good day, I an get out a 10k word short erotica piece, so long as my hubby doesn't disturb me... ;)
I've always loved Science Fiction and fantasy, but I'm also branching out into contemporary romance/erotica. I've got plenty of stories to come out soon, please keep an eye out for new releases!

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