Lake Silence by Anne Bishop World of the Others, #1/The Others, #6 Urban Fantasy, Mystery March 6, 2018 Ace Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: Human laws do not apply in the territory controlled by the Others--vampires, shape-shifters, and even deadlier paranormal beings. And this is a fact that humans should never, ever forget.... Vicki DeVine has decided to reopen a rustic resort on Lake Silence, having been awarded it in her divorce from her abusive husband. Vicki is ill-prepared Continue Reading
Review: Heart Sight by Robin D. Owens
Heart Sight by Robin D. Owens Series: Celta’s Heartmates, #15 Science Fiction, Fantasy, Romance December 5, 2017 Berkely Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “At times you might have thought you were my puppet but you’re my anchor. Without you, I’m adrift. “ Muin “Vinni” T'Vine has been the prophet of Celta since he was six years old. A unique and lonely child, his strong psi power made most people wary of him. But now that he’s older, he’s ready to marry and protect the girl he’s known Continue Reading
Review: Mississippi Roll by George R.R. Martin
Mississippi Roll Anthology Edited by George R.R. Martin Series: Wild Cards, #24/ The USA Triad, #1 Science Fiction, Fantasy December 5, 2017 Tor Books Favorite Quote: “This trip just gets weirder and weirder” Reviewed by Tori Now on its final voyage, the historical steamboat Natchez is known for her super-powered guest entertainers. But after the suspicious death of a crewmember, retired NY police detective Leo Storgman decides to make this incident his personal case. His findings Continue Reading
Review: Snowspelled by Stephanie Burgis
Snowspelled by Stephanie Burgis Series: The Harwood Spellbook, #1 Historical Fantasy/Romance Released: September 4, 2017 Five Fantom Press Favorite Quote: “...there is more to you than your magic. There always was.” Reviewed by Tori Snowspelled is a historical fantasy novella set in the alternative world of Angland. Its history dates back to Queen Boudicca (Boadicea) and her war against the Romans. Only in here, she succeeded in defeating the Romans and driving them out of what is Continue Reading
Review: Crown of Betrayal by Graceley Knox
Crown of Betrayal by Graceley Knox Wicked Kingdoms #2 Fantasy Romance August 8, 2017 Self Published Reviewed by Helyce Book two in Ms. Knox’s amazing fantasy series begins right where we left off in book one, Mark of Truth. Ever and her crew are still trying to make sense of everything that has happened. Her mother is missing, but whether there is foul play or she’s gone into hiding is unclear. Ever thinks that she’s safe from the immediate threat of Cashel, who is in a dungeon Continue Reading
Review: Bring the Heat by G.A. Aiken
Bring the Heat by G.A. Aiken Dragon Kin, #9 Fantasy/Sci Fi Romance Comedy August 29, 2017 Zebra Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “”Do you two mind? We have an empire to destroy. Move your asses!” Aiden the Divine is just that... divine. A berserker in the Dragon Queen’s personal army and a member of the Foulkes de chuid Fehhan , Aiden is gorgeous, charming, humorous, intelligent, and very rich. A royal in his own right, he is ready to allow Branwin the Awful full and unfettered Continue Reading
Review: The Kingpin of Camelot by Cassandra Gannon
The Kingpin of Camelot by Cassandra Gannon A Kinda Fairytale, #3 Romance Comedy/Fantasy July 31, 2017 Star Turtle Publishing Favorite Quote: He needed more guards. And weapons. And supplies. … And girly things... Reviewed by Tori The Queen: Guinevere must save Camelot. Ever since Arthur died, the evil Scarecrow has been trying to marry her and gain the crown. If she and her daughter are going to survive his mad schemes, Gwen needs to find Merlyn’s wand. Fast. Unfortunately, the Continue Reading
Review: Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry
Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry Fantasy/Myths and Legends July 4, 2017 Berkley Favorite Quote: “I hate Peter Pan.” Reviewed by Tori There is one version of my story that everyone knows. And then there is the truth. This is how it happened. How I went from being Peter Pan’s first—and favorite—lost boy to his greatest enemy. Peter brought me to his island because there were no rules and no grownups to make us mind. He brought boys from the Other Place to Continue Reading
Review: Deadmen Walking by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Deadmen Walking by Sherrilyn Kenyon Series: Deadman’s Cross Trilogy, #1 Historical Fantasy/Romance May 9, 2017 TOR Favorite Quote: “Pirate drama. They could get into more shite than anyone he’d ever known.” Reviewed by Tori Deadmen tell their tales . . . To catch evil, it takes evil. Enter Devyl Bane―an ancient dark warlord returned to the human realm as one of the most notorious pirates in the New World. A man of many secrets, Bane makes a pact with Thorn―an immortal charged Continue Reading
Review: Mark of Truth by Graceley Knox
Mark of Truth by Graceley Knox (Wicked Kingdoms #1) Fantasy/Paranormal Released: May 23, 2017 Chaotic Press, LLC Reviewed by Helyce Graceley Knox is a new to me author and I am so glad that I read Mark of Truth, the first book in this series. Of all the romance genres, paranormal is by far my favorite. I love my vampires and shifters; but this book, gives us goblins, faeries, elves, and gargoyles and I loved it all. Full disclosure though, no HEA or HFN. Luckily, I had chatted with Continue Reading