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
Smexy’s Top Ten–April 27th
10. THIS sums up every HEA in a romance book and makes me smile. (Well, the m/f HEA’s. There are others. Some involving three fingers.) (Thanks Claudia) 9. In case you haven’t entered yet, Ilona Andrews is giving away two arcs of Gunmetal Magic on their blog (book releases 7/31). This will be Andrea’s book, in her Kate Daniel’s series. So go enter! Contest ends tomorrow. 8. This coming Tuesday, Larissa Ione will be releasing The Lords of Deliverance Compendium (in Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten–March 16
10. Put ‘em up!! And proceed carefully through this top ten. (PS – the very top of this picture could be a dangly? A shadow? Probably best not to look too close) (Source – awesome tumblr, nsfw) 9. JR Ward is putting up daily quotes from Lover Reborn (out 3/27) on her Facebook. Her latest: As everything went dark, Vishous dematerialized on top of the guy, taking him down and grinding his face into the tile. "I'm going to kill you now-" "No," Wrath ordered. "Not until we know Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten–March 9th
10. This is my “fun read” this week, St. Nacho’s by ZA Maxfield. I think the only other story I’ve read by her is her short in a Carina Press holiday anthology (which I liked). I met her at AAD last year she is a lot of fun. I’m excited to finally be starting this book. Any other ZA Maxfield recs? 9.Cute picture for a shirt, yes? This and many other book related products can be found at a site called, Gone Reading. In their words: Gone Reading International LLC, a philanthropic enterprise Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten–February 24th
10. Oh wait, we aren’t suppose to have wine with breakfast? 9. Yes, that is a cartoon picture of Ilona Andrews with horns. I didn’t make it! She has it on her blog. I used it because the cover of Gunmetal Magic has not yet been released, but they have put chapter one on their blog! This will be Andrea’s book (in the Kate Daniels world – we are not getting a Kate Daniels book in 2012. It’s okay, we can all hold hands and cry a little together) No, I’m excited for this book – I really like Continue Reading
Tori’s Favorite Books of 2011
2011 has been a big year for my library. I was introduced to new authors, became reacquainted with old authors, and even had a few break ups. I wish I could list every book I’ve read this year in here because there were hundreds that were wonderful. As usual, I went a little overboard on my list. I hope you enjoy. :) Immortal Rider (Lords of Deliverance, #2) by Larissa Ione (Review) The second installment of the Ione’s sexy, funny, action packed Lord Of Deliverance series takes us for quite Continue Reading
Review: Fate’s Edge by Ilona Andrews
Fate’s Edge by Ilona Andrews (Edge #3) Paranormal Romance November 29, 2011 Ace Reviewed by Mandi Favorite Quote: At the door, Audrey called, “Are you coming?” “No, just breathing hard, love.” He glanced at her and was rewarded by an outraged glare, followed by, “Oh my God!” Ilona Andrews is in the very top of my favorite authors list. They are amazing storytellers and come up with the most unique, and fascinating paranormal worlds. Fate’s Edge is no exception. Before I set up Continue Reading
Review: Angels of Darkness Anthology
Angels Of Darkness with Nalini Singh, Ilona Andrews, Sharon Shinn, and Meljean Brook Paranormal Romance Trade Paperback October 4, 2011 Berkley Reviewed by Tori Four masters of urban fantasy and paranormal romance explore the rapture of the heavens above and the darkness below in a four story anthology-Angels Of Darkness. Angel's Wolf by Nalini Singh- RATING: B+ After the vampire Noel recovers from his brutal beating and torture, Raphael sends him to the Archangel Nimra to Continue Reading
Review: Magic Graves Anthology with Jeaniene Frost and Ilona Andrews
Magic Graves by Jeaniene Frost and Ilona Andrews Paranormal Romance E-Book September 1, 2011 Self Published Reviewed by Tori From Goodreads: Magic Graves is a novella composed of two short stories and previews of future novellas by New York award winning paranormal authors Jeaniene Frost and Ilona Andrews. Jeaniene Frost's story, One For the Money, features her lovable very sexy vampire couple- Cat and Bones. Previously published in Death's Excellent Vacation. Also includes the Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten–September 23rd
10. My Week – It’s been rainy here. I’ve been battling crickets and ants all week. I think they are winning so far. I’m ready for the first frost so all the little creatures can disappear until next spring. 9. This has made the rounds of the internet this week, but if you haven’t heard, Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost (Book one in her Night Huntress series) is now $1.99 on Kindle or Nook. It also includes some brand new Bonus Material. If you have not read Cat and Bones – Continue Reading