Radiance by Grace Draven (Wraith Kings #1) Released: February 2015 Fantasy Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi THE PRINCE OF NO VALUE Brishen Khaskem, prince of the Kai, has lived content as the nonessential spare heir to a throne secured many times over. A trade and political alliance between the human kingdom of Gaur and the Kai kingdom of Bast-Haradis requires that he marry a Gauri woman to seal the treaty. Always a dutiful son, Brishen agrees to the marriage and discovers Continue Reading
Review: The Circus of the Damned by Cornelia Grey
The Circus of the Damned (Deal With The Devil) by Cornelia Grey MM/Romance/Fantasy E book, 347 pages November 24, 2014 Riptide Reviewed by Tori Gilbert Blake has been on his own for a very long time. A gifted magician; he uses his talents to fleece the unsuspecting. When he goes too far and brings the attention of the local crime boss down upon himself, Gilbert barely escapes with his life and finds himself saved by a ragtag group of circus performers. They offer him a choice-they Continue Reading
Review: Master of Crows by Grace Draven
Master of Crowd by Grace Draven Released: July 13, 2009 Fantasy Romance Amber Quill Press Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: "You have done an unwise thing, Martise of Asher," he said softly. "You've caught my interest." This book has been recommended by many (including Has and Angela - and someone on my blog who I can't remember, sorry!) I recently finished Dreamer's Pool by Juliet Marillier (and loved) so I was in the mood for another fantasy book. Let me warn and say - the first Continue Reading
Review: Dreamer’s Pool by Juliet Marillier
Dreamer's Pool by Juliet Marillier (Blackthorn and Grim #1) Fantasy Released: November 4, 2014 Roc Reviewed by Mandi Dreamer's Pool is the start of a new fantasy series and it captivated me. With an amazing and complex heroine, and rich supporting characters, it's a little dark, a little twisted, and a lot of fun. Blurb: In exchange for help escaping her long and wrongful imprisonment, embittered magical healer Blackthorn has vowed to set aside her bid for vengeance against the man Continue Reading
Review: Heart Fire by Robin D. Owens
Heart Fire (Celta’s HeartMates, #13) by Robin D. Owens Science Fiction/Fantasy/ Romance E book November 4, 2014 Berkley Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “It’s only men who believe larger is better.” Low born architect Antenn Blacktorn-Moss has been given the biggest commission of his career; to build a cathedral. He is convinced that this will be the accomplishment he needs to prove himself to the first families of Celta. He has a HeartMate but his shame over his commoner Continue Reading
Review: Heir Of Fire by Sarah J. Maas
Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass, #3) by Sarah J. Maas YA, High Fantasy, Dark Fantasy E book, 565 pages September 2, 2014 Bloombury USA/Children Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “She was the heir of ash and fire, and she would bow to no one.” Assassin and King’s Champion Celaena Sardothien’s famed control has shattered and she now suffers from the fall out. Sent to Wendlyn by the King she is bound to serve, she must fulfill her mission if she is to keep her friends safe. Unable to Continue Reading
Review: Crown Of Midnight by Sarah Maas
Crown Of Midnight (Throne of Glass, #2) by Sarah J. Maas YA Fantasy 420 pages August 27, 2013 BloomsburyUSA/Children Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “...I want you to remember that it wouldn’t have made any difference to me when it came to you. I’d still pick you. I’ll always pick you.” *sob* Sorry. *clears throat* 18-year-old Celaena Sardothien, one of the most feared assassins in Andover, spent one year of hard labor in the dreaded salt mines of Endovier until she won a Continue Reading
Review: Heart Fortune by Robin D. Owens
Heart Fortune (Celta’s Heartmates #12 ) by Robin D. Owens Sci-Fi/Fantasy/ Romance August 6, 2013 Berkley Trade Reviewed By Tori Jace Bayrum has always been a loner. Concerned more with getting an adrenaline fix and making money to live on his own, Jace cares little for family ties or matters of the heart. On the other hand Glyssa Licorice, Jace’s former fling and true mate, is both loving and loyal. She is determined to track down her HeartMate and have him claim her. After hearing that Continue Reading
Review: Bronze Gods by A.A. Aguirre
Bronze Gods by A.A. Aguirre (Apparatus Infernum #1) April 30, 2013 Steampunk/Fantasy Ace Reviewed by May From the author’s website: Janus Mikani and Celeste Ritsuko work all hours in the Criminal Investigation Division, keeping citizens safe. He’s a charming rogue with an uncanny sixth sense; she’s all logic—and the first female inspector. Between his instincts and her brains, they collar more criminals than any other partnership in the CID. Then they’re assigned a potentially Continue Reading
Review: The Stolen Luck by Shawna Reppert
The Stolen Luck by Shawna Reppert May 6, 2013 M/M Fantasy Carina Press Reviewed by Mandi Lord James Dupree needs to preserve the vineyards his family owns and keep his mother and daughter safe from harm. Long ago, an elf lord gave his family a talisman as a symbol of friendship. This talisman brought good fortune to James and other noble families. But as time went on, the friendship was forgotten, but not the luck. Years ago, Jaime's family’s Luck was stolen when his father was Continue Reading