The Queen and the Cure by Amy Harmon (The Bird and the Sword Chronicles #2) Released: May 9, 2017 Fantasy Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Last year I really enjoyed The Bird and the Sword by Amy Harmon. I think fantasy romance, if done well, can be so captivating and enchanting. I greatly anticipated this book, especially when I learned Kjell (hero's brother from book one) would be the star. And to note, this can be read as a stand alone. That all said, this one lagged for Continue Reading
Review: The Pirate King’s Daughter by Tricia Levenseller
The Pirate King’s Daughter by Tricia Levenseller Series: Daughter of the Pirate King, #1 Adventure Fantasy/YA February 28, 2017 Feiwel & Friends Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “If I’m to keep up appearances, I’ll have to escape the ship. Then get caught on purpose. Oh, the ridiculous things one has to do when one is a pirate.” The Pirate King’s Daughter is a humorous, high spirited, action packed , YA fantasy adventure that offers readers an empowered teenage female pirate Continue Reading
Review: Breath of Fire by Amanda Bouchet
Breath of Fire by Amanda Bouchet (Kingmaker Chronicles #2) Released: January 3, 2017 Fantasy/Paranormal Romance Sourcebooks Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: "I love you like a man insane." A Promise of Fire was one of my favorite reads last year and I'm so happy to say that the follow-up lived up to all of my expectations. I think it's best to read these in order - as this second book continues the story with the same hero and heroine. In the first book, Cat was kidnapped and Continue Reading
Review: Keeper by Amanda Ryan
Keeper by Amanda Ryan (The Dynasty Saga #1) Released: September 27, 2016 Fantasy Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: "I have been stabbed, poisoned, sliced and burned, but the agony of all those things combined didn't come close to the torment of not being able to touch you." Aren is ruled by magic, a skill held by few and coveted by many. Magicians are powerless, however, without their Keepers – human conduits of power nearly hunted to extinction. Amalia has Continue Reading
Review: The Bird and the Sword by Amy Harmon
The Bird and the Sword by Amy Harmon Fantasy Romance Released: May 2016 Self Published Reviewed by Mandi A bird cannot wield a sword When Angela, who reviews at Fiction Vixen, told me to read this book, I immediately purchased it. It's been a while since I've read a good fantasy and this author was unknown to me. Short review: I loved it. This is a land where people who have gifts - whether they can change into an animal, or heal, or use words to make things happen - Continue Reading
Review: A Promise of Fire by Amanda Bouchet
A Promise of Fire by Amanda Bouchet (Kingmaker Chronicles #1) Released: August 2, 2016 Fantasy Romance Sourcebooks Reviewed by Mandi Debut author, start of a great fantasy romance series, great banter, terrific sexual tension and romance. That is my short review. I think you all should just go read it now. There is a lot that goes on in this book, with a really well done world. I don't want to give too much away, and drag down the review with all the details of the world, so I'm Continue Reading
Review: The Emperor’s Arrow by Lauren D.M. Smith
The Emperor's Arrow by Lauren D.M. Smith Released: July 18, 2016 Fantasy Romance Carina Press Reviewed by Mandi When I saw that this debut author was the winner of the 2015 So You Think You Can Write contest sponsored by Harlequin, I was excited to try it. I also love to try fantasy romance and this one seemed to fit the bill. I initially loved the world and the heroine - but by the end of the book, I had many frustrations. Evony is our heroine and she is an Amazzi warrior. She comes Continue Reading
Review: Eidolon by Grace Draven
Eidolon by Grace Draven (Wraith Kings #2) Released: April 18, 2016 Fantasy Romance Self Published Reviewed by Mandi Before I begin, let me stress that you must read book one, Radiance before Eidolon, or you will be lost in this world. If you have yet to read Radiance than you have failed in life, because it's amazing and romantic and a must read. No pressure. Eidolon picks up pretty much where Radiance leaves off. Brishen, a Kai who has greyish skin, odd eyes, fangs for teeth and Continue Reading
Review: The Visitor by Amanda Stevens
The Visitor by Amanda Stevens Series: Graveyard Queen, #4 Gothic Horror/Fantasy/Romance March 29, 2016 Mira Joint Review Tori and Pam Favorite Quote: “Take nothing, leave nothing behind.” My name is Amelia Gray. I'm the Graveyard Queen. Restoring lost and abandoned cemeteries is my profession, but I'm starting to believe that my true calling is deciphering the riddles of the dead. Legend has it that Kroll Cemetery is a puzzle no one has ever been able to solve. For over half a Continue Reading
Review: Seven Black Diamonds by Melissa Marr
Seven Black Diamonds by Melissa Marr Released: March 1, 2016 YA Fantasy HarperCollins Reviewed by Mandi Blurb: Lilywhite Abernathy is a criminal. Her father’s “unconventional” business has meant a life of tightly held secrets, concealed weaponry, and a strict code. But Lily’s crime isn’t being the daughter of a powerful mob boss. Her guilt lies in the other half of her DNA—the part that can coax ancient rumors from stones and summon fire with a thought. Lily is part fae, which is a Continue Reading