Shadows Before The Sun (Charlie Madigan #4) by Kelly Gay Urban Fantasy July 31, 2012 Pocket Books Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “I’ve fucking died and gone to Harry Winston’s.“ Detective Charlie Madigan has placed everything on hold to prepare for her trip to the heavenly Elysia to rescue her partner Hank and bring him back home. Only, once she gets there, she finds out there is nothing heavenly about Elysia at all. Soon embroiled in a siren revolution, Charlie places her life on Continue Reading
Review: Shadow Rising by Kendra Leigh Castle
Shadow Rising by Kendra Leigh Castle (Dark Dynasties #3) Paranormal Romance July 31, 2012 Forever Reviewed by Helyce Ariane may be hundreds of years old, but her life since her turning has been very sheltered. She is of the prestigious and most ancient of the dynasties, the Grigori Dynasty and she’s spent her life hidden away among her people. With no memories of her mortal life, her vampire life is all she knows. Though a highly trained and skilled warrior, she’s never been chosen Continue Reading
Review and Giveaway: Gunmetal Magic by Ilona Andrews
Gunmetal Magic (Kate Daniels #5.5) by Ilona Andrews Urban Fantasy July 31, 2012 Ace Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “From the moment I was born, I learned I had two choices: to fight or to die.” Andrea made a choice to remain with the Order instead of riding with Kate to the Pack when the shifters call for help. In doing this, she sealed her fate with the boudas and with her lover, Raphael. Months later, Andrea is standing on the corner of depression and heartbreak. Having been Continue Reading
Review: The Dark Knight by Elizabeth Elliott
The Dark Knight by Elizabeth Elliott Historical Romance June 26, 2012 Random House Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: “I am your knight. You are my lady. Time is all that can change those facts, but time is not yet our enemy.” A while ago on Twitter, I saw a couple of people mention that they were very happy Elizabeth Elliott was writing again. After a little research I discovered this author has three books out in the mid-90’s (all well received). I became intrigued, and decided to Continue Reading
Review: A Little More Scandal by Carrie Lofty
A Little More Scandal by Carrie Lofty Historical Romance May 29, 2012 Novella Pocket Reviewed by May Before I begin my review, I want to take a moment to mention the series that inspired this novella. From the author's website, describing Flawless, the first book in the Christie Family series: Sir William Christie, ruthless tycoon and notorious ladies' man, is dead. Now his four grown children have gathered for the reading of his will. What lies in store for half-siblings Continue Reading
Review: The World is a Stage by Tamara Morgan
The World is a Stage by Tamara Morgan (Games of Love #2) June 5, 2012 Contemporary Romance Samhain Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “Proposition. Noun. A fancy way to tell a woman you want to see her honey pot.” Rachel is a talented actress currently working in a Shakespeare after dark theater (think skimpy outfits and added heat to some scenes) in Washington. She watches over her alcoholic (former famous stage actress) mother and gentle and weak younger sister instead of working Continue Reading
Joint Review: Tangle of Need by Nalini Singh
Tangle Of Need ( Psy-Changeling #11 ) by Nalini Singh Paranormal Romance May 29, 2012 Hardcover Berkley A joint review by Helyce and Tori Helyce’s Favorite Quotes: “You have me,” she whispered. All of me. “I love you to distraction, Empress.” Tori’s Favorite Quote: ”Seduced...she was being seduced.” Tori: OMG Helyce, so can you believe that we are on number eleven of Ms. Singh’s spectacular, romantic, humorous, super smoking sexy, awe inspiring, addictive Psy-Changeling series? Continue Reading
Review: Lethal Rider by Larissa Ione
Lethal Rider (Lords Of Deliverance #3) by Larissa Ione Paranormal Romance May 22, 2012 Grand Central Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “See, K, this is why I always want to kill your friends.“ Thanatos is free from the stasis his brother and sister placed him in. He’s free... and primed for revenge. Thanatos spent thousands of years celibate in order to avoid breaking his seal and moving the world one step closer to the apocalypse. This is, until the night he is drugged and Continue Reading
Review: Armed & Dangerous by Abigail Roux
Armed & Dangerous by Abigail Roux (Cut & Run #5) M/M Romantic Suspense May 18, 2012 Dreamspinner Press Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: Glock, paper, scissors. I win. Before I get into this review, let me first say it might not be the most objective review ever. I love this series. Ty and Zane are two of my favorite characters ever. I could read about them sitting on the couch and probably love the book. Of course that being said, there is something about the writing in Continue Reading
Review: Chase in Shadow by Amy Lane
Chase In Shadow by Amy Lane M/M Romance February 24, 2012 Dreamspinner Press Reviewed by Helyce This story begins with Chase at a monumental turning point in his life: Live or Die. For years he has denied who he really is because of some truly fucked up view he has of what is good or right. This is not Chase’s fault at all. At 6, he comes home to find his mother dead in the tub. She took her own life by slitting her wrists. If that wasn’t enough, his own father blames him for her Continue Reading