December 15, 2012

All Roads Lead To Hell Blog Tour: Character Interview with Elias & Giveaway


Hey guys! Today I'm delighted to be helping Gracen Miller celebrate the upcoming release of the third and final installment of Madison's journey in the Road To Hell series and being the co-host of the tour with the firls at Tsk Tsk What to Read. This tour will feature a variety of posts and various blogs with posts ranging from spoiler free reviews, author interviews, guest posts, character interviews and more. Please be sure to follow the entire tour.

ALSO….On Day one (which was yesterday) Gracen kicked off the tour with a fun interactive activity.

Here is what she is doing…(The contest is no longer open, but the game is still fun ;))

--A Day in The Life of Madison is a Choose Your Own Adventure kind of game on Gracen's blog. After reading an excerpt, the reader faces two options, each of which leads to more excerpts and options and then to one of three endings.

The story follows Madison's journey through the series up until the beginning of Genesis Queen. The participants have to live her life, make decisions that will have consequences and determine the main character's actions and the plot's outcome. We’ve set the scene, the rest is up to you
--

On day two, I have a special giveaway AND I've got the chance again to interview the irresistible King of Hell, Elias! He didn't make it easy, though. So, I won't leave you guys hanging anymore. Continue on to read his answers to my nosy interview questions, an excerpt from Genesis Queen and don't forget to enter the giveaways!



Andie: Hey, my sexy, scary King! *winks at him* It’s nice to see you again. How are you doing? It's been quite a while.
Elias: *grins, while reclining in his seat* You’re looking particularly delectable today. What is the name of that perfume you’re wearing?
Andie: Why, thank you. I don’t wear any. This is my natural scent… okay maybe that and my new shower gel. Like it?
Elias: Smells divine.

Andie: I’m guessing we’re in the human realm – precisely my house which is surrounded by angel locks - this time and not in Hell, because your bro is still pretty mad at you after what you did in Genesis Queen?
Elias: *leaps to his feet and snatches Andie out of her chair* Disband the goddamn Angel Locks immediately! *his talons indent the skin of her upper arms as his eyes began to glow with fire*
Andie: *pats Elias’ arm* Easy big boy, I was just testing your awareness. I don’t want anyone to catch you. But You’re going to need to loosen up a bit for this interview. Now, could you let me go? Please!
Elias: *releases Andie long enough to fist her hair* Are you saying there are no Angel Locks and you were just screwing with me? *slides a talon along her cheek as his eyes glint dangerously* I dislike being toyed with. Immensely.
Andie: Well, I wouldn’t phrase it that way. But no, no Angel Locks.
Elias: Wise mortal. *returns Andie to her chair*

Andie: Thank you. Do you miss him? Did you regret anything?
Elias: *settles into his seat once more* It’s unfortunate things had to progress the way they did, but I do not regret my actions. If given the same choice, I’d make the same decision. The fault can be laid at Madison’s feet. *shrugs* Isn’t she always to blame? I won’t pretend to deny I didn’t enjoy—*clears throat* That’s best saved for the book, eh? We’re archangels, we’ve lived millennia. This is not the first quarrel we’ve endured. Micah will come around.

Andie: Damn, I envy you guys. I understand why he is mad, but I still owe you a “Thank You” card or something. You always make things more interesting. Although the majority of readers consider you as purely evil, and hate you now even more. Why do you think is that? Are you seeing yourself as an –not my words– evil son-of-a-bitch?
Elias: I take thank yous in the form of sex or torture, but no cards. *ponders Andie as his talons swish along the arm of the chair* I do not understand his anger. We’d agreed to do anything and he reneged on our deal. He’s lost his edge thanks to that uptight princess of his. *takes a deep calming breath* Why should I care if anyone hates me? Hmm…I guess I am an evil son-of-a-bitch, but Father’s not lifted one hand to halt my behavior, so maybe that makes him a trifle evil as well. What do you think, Andrea?
Andie: I don’t think you will ever understand his reasons, not until you fall in love. I know, I know… it will never happen. Also, I know you don’t care what the others said, I didn’t say you should, I was just curious about how you see yourself. As for your father, I think you have a point.
Elias: As you should see my point. 

Andie: Were you ever a double-crosser? *smirks*
Elias: Not to my brothers, but to mortals…I guess you could say I’ve double-crossed many. It’s not my fault they didn’t read the fine print of our covenant.
Andie: Yeah, the small prints… 
Elias: The devil is in the details. *winks* 

Andie: Uh huh… Just out of curiosity, on a scale of 1-10, how often do you lie? 
Elias: Never, so that’d be a zero.
Andie: Now, I can’t stop thinking about how should I know if you’re telling the truth… 
Elias: Easy. I always tell the truth. 

Andie: *rolls eyes*After everything that happened in GQ, how do you see your future? You weren’t exactly a good guy – not that if you would be anyway, but some would say you overstepped the line this time.
Elias: My future is the same as it always has been. I’m one of the Kings of Hell. That will not alter in the future. I did not overstep the line, but rather I took the hard actions Micah was too pansy-assed to implement. *makes a disgusted face* I should receive a medal or some accommodation.
Andie: That’s what I said. No one listened. *shakes head*

Andie: I’m lobbying for your book, but I’m sure you know that, so please, could you just stop making it even harder for me to convince Gracen and her hellhounds, that you deserve one?
Elias: *flashes a wicked grin* Thank you for lobbying for me. As for Gracen, she will do as she’s told. Dom’s got her well under control.
Andie: I hope so *smiles* 
Elias: *nudges his foot against yours* Trust me. 

Andie: Do you think redemption is possible for you? Because they say that’s the only way to get you your own book. What would you want to see in it? Can you see a possible romance? *winks*
Elias: Who the hell said I needed redemption? *shakes head and mutters about ‘pretentious, judgmental mortals’* What would I like to see in my book? Hmm…*taps his chin and thinks for a moment* For starters, I’d like to see torture, sex, pain, more torture. I think that’d make for a bestseller. What about you?
Andie: Who said you needed redemption? Like… everyone. What would I like to see? I’m good with what you mentioned, throw a good amount of fight scenes in and we’re good to go. *mutters under her breath really quietly* And maybe a little romance too. But I would be fine with the whole story about this rebellion from your perspective. I just want you to be the lead character.
Elias: No one’s opinion matters but my own. And I say I do not need redeeming. My father was wrong in what he asked of us. Can you imagine being a child forever? Always being told what to do, how to behave, and what your reactions should be? Your opinions, thoughts, and wants never mattering to your parent? Never being adult enough to make your own decisions? That was how Father treated us. Our rebellion is justified. But I digress…*makes a circular motion with his hand for Andie to continue* Proceed with your questions. 

Andie: Fine. Most of the readers think you can’t love anyone. I know you do love your twin, more than anyone. Would you actually die for him?
Elias: Love…*snorts* I would die for my brother.
Andie: Isn’t that love?
Elias: *shrugs* Semantics, I suppose. I call it devotion, loyalty and respect. My affections for my brother don’t weaken me the way love does.

Andie: Could you kill your brother?
Elias: Why would I want to? *makes a face* Simple answer is no.
Andie: No, I know you wouldn’t want to. I meant IF for some reason, it would come to a fight (to the death) between you and him, could you be able to deliver the killing blow? Just play along and let’s pretend It could happen.
Elias: *sighs, growing agitated by the repetitious question* I repeat…no. Micah is angry, yes, but regardless what you think, he’d never be able to deliver the killing blow, so, once again, why would I want to kill him?
Andie: Jesus Christ… *notices her mistake when Elias hisses* oops, sorry! I don’t know, it was just a theoretical question, but let’s move on.

Andie: Are you bored, want to torture and/or kill me (you are NOT allowed to do that!), or having fun with this interview? Either way, you still are going to have to answer a few questions. *chuckles*
Elias: *claws gouge the arm of the chair* Don’t get impudent with me, you feeble mortal. The things I could do to you…you’d break quickly. *leans forward and scraps a talon across Andie's forearm, opening up a gash on her skin* Unless you humans are sinning or screaming from my torture, I’m always bored with you. Only when your blood is flowing—*nods at  her arm*—am I amused.
Andie: So, you are amused now. It’s easy, but not really healthy to please you… 
Elias: If I were easily amused, what would be the challenge in that? 

Andie: You sooo have a point. What is something people would be surprised to know about you?
Elias: Even though I despise the princess, I’d do anything for her, because she’s our future. 

Andie: *leans closer to Elias in her chair and whispers* What do you think of Gracen? 
Elias: *leans forward, puts his lips to her ear and whispers back* She’s beneath me, why would I give her any thought?
Andie: Because you owe her. But that’s pretty much answered my question. 
Elias: *laughs* The only ones I owe are my brothers, Micah, Lucifer and Raguel. No one else deserves such accolades.

Andie: Do you have any secret aspirations she doesn’t know about? I won’t tell her, promise.
Elias: *chucks her beneath the chin and he sits back in his seat* Andrea, darling, my aspirations are no secret. They are the same today as they were when we created Hell. All I want is mankind’s damnation and to remove them from Father’s salvation. I’d say we’re winning the war.
Andie: Aww man, here I thought I’m going to learn something, that not even she knows. 

Andie: Is there anything else that you'd like to add before we end?
Elias: *retracts his claws* No.
Andie: Seriously? C’mon say something to your loyal fans.
Elias: *grasps Andie's wrist and holds her arm steady as he licks the blood from the wound he gave her* I’m into blood play. Care to participate? 

Andie: I’m not really in the mood of donating blood, but you can continue the licking part, though. Anyway, that’s it. We’re done. It was fun… for me anyway. Thank you again for answering my nosy questions. Meeting with you is always a pleasure…when you can’t hurt me. And you can’t, because If you do, who will hold Gracen back from killing you off? *smirks* Now, go before Zenny finds us and beats the crap out of you. Hey, easy with the “shut up or I’m going to kill you” look. I’m just worried about you, that’s all. 
Elias: *chuckles* Do you always ramble this much? Gracen will not kill me because she secretly adores me and Dom won’t allow it. *smirks back* And Zennyo Ryuo—Pfft. Not the threat you seem to think he is. No need to worry, I can handle myself. *pulls Andie out of her seat and settles her on his lap, so that she's straddling his thighs* Where’s my good bye kiss? And make it good enough I’ll be glad I wasted my time with this interview. *slow wicked grin*
Andie: *frowns*You should be at least a tiny bit grateful anyone wants to talk to you these days. Why do I like you again? And man! You and Dom are best buddies or what? I’m surprised a simple kiss could make you happy. And how could anything even make you be glad that you wasted–
Elias: I’m grateful to no one. *nips her bottom lip* Your mouth should be on mine, not moving with more rambling. And I never said a single kiss would suffice. *wraps an arm around her waist, the other hand cupping the back of her head…he pulls Andie snug against his body, so close his breath puffs on her face* I’m waiting…
Andie: * lets out a soft moan as she puts her mouth over * – 


NO SIGNAL


Whew... okay. I guess you guys saw enough. Hope you guys enjoyed it as much as I did.  Now, calm down because here comes the real treat!

Giveaway #1

Gracen is giving away a necklace (pic below) to ony lucky commenter. 
All you have to do is fill in the blanks of the following sentence and you'll be entered in the contest (open to international, Gracen will draw a winner on the 16th):

Hell hath no fury like ________. (CanNOT end the sentence with "a woman scorned". Be creative and LEAVE your email address!)



Giveaway #2

GRAND PRIZE WINNER:

Signed copy of Pandora's Box | Signed copy of Hell's Phoenix | Road to Hell Bumper Magnet | Hellhound Magnet | Madison's Life Lesson's Magnet | Pandora's Box Magnet | Hell's Phoenix Magnet | Pandora's Box/Hell's Phoenix Postcard sized Magnet | Road to Hell book thong | Hellhound Rubber Bracelet | Hellhound Luggage Tag

2nd PLACE WINNER:

Signed copy of Madison's Life Lessons | Road to Hell Bumper Magnet | Hellhound Magnet | Madison's Life Lesson's Magnet | Pandora's Box Magnet | Hell's Phoenix Magnet | Pandora's Box/Hell's Phoenix Postcard sized Magnet | Hellhound Rubber Bracelet | Bracelet (donated by Kathryn Grimes at Tsk Tsk What to Read)

3rd PLACE WINNER:

Road to Hell Bumper Magnet | Hellhound Magnet | Madison's Life Lesson's Magnet | Pandora's Box Magnet | Hell's Phoenix Magnet | Pandora's Box/Hell's Phoenix Postcard sized Magnet | Hellhound Rubber Bracelet | Bookmark (donated by Kathryn Grimes at Tsk Tsk What to Read)









"Genesis Queen"
Book 3 in ROAD TO HELL series
Coming December 18, 2012 to Decadent Publishing and online e-book stores


Victory is hollow when fate maneuvers one as a pawn.

Madison’s mission is complete. Nix is rescued from Hell and her son safe from his dark destiny. But in the safe harbor of Nix’s love, her demonic husband warns of a murderous plot. Can she trust that it’s the truth and not another scheme to claim her for Hell’s throne?

Sometimes internal struggles can house our biggest demons.

With allies divided and prophecy heralding defeat, Madison gambles on Micah’s tenuous honor to keep their son protected. Torn between her heart’s desires and her dark requirements, Madison worries her hellish fate cannot be avoided. When betrayal comes from an unlikely direction, all their futures may be damned. In the darkest hour of Madison’s life, an undeniable providence will transpire. Who can she trust? And how far will she fall to defeat her foes?

Amid the rubble of defeat will Hell’s Genesis Queen dawn?

Genesis Queen Excerpt:

Nix located Mads in the kitchen. Bacon sizzled in the frying pan and grits were on a slow boil in a pot on the stove. She beat up a batch of pancake mix; at least he thought that was what she whipped up.
“How can you cook at a time like this?”
She did the most normal things at the weirdest moments.
“I’m not convinced this isn’t one of Micah’s attempts to bring me to heel.” She set the bowl aside and pulled out a griddle. “And cooking soothes me.”
God knew he loved her food. His belly grumbled in agreement. The way she moved as she prepared food was a thing of beauty, too. Watching her calmed him.
He handed over the photo Amos had drawn.
She wiped her hands on a kitchen towel before grasping the picture. After a long moment, she canted her face toward him. “What’s this?”
“Amos had a vision. Went glowy-eyed. That”—he nodded at the paper in her hand—“is the man he says is behind the attack.”
“An angel.” No question. A stated fact. Mads blew out a breath and leaned against the counter behind her. “He and Georgie hadn’t seen before….” She rubbed her eyes. “I thought Micah was lying. Like always.”
“He rarely lies.” The angel was painfully honest more often than not. It hurt to admit that even to himself. He wanted her to think of her husband as an unfeeling monster, but Nix’s relationship with Mads would always be built on honesty.
Her head snapped back. “Don’t defend him.”
“I’m not.” Not really, just stating the truth. He strode around the island and stepped in front of her. “We need him to help protect you both.”
“No.”
“Mads, baby….” He settled his weight against her. She adjusted her stance, widening her stride and granting him space between her thighs. His fingers slid through her hair, as her hands settled on his hips, her thumbs anchoring in his belt-loops. “I want you two as safe as I can get you. If accepting that bastard’s aid is going to keep you breathing, then we need it.”

Tour Schedule:

12/14/12 Gracen Miller (Day in the Life of Madison)
12/15/12 The Secret Sanctuary of Books
12/16/12 Kristina’s Books and More
12/17/12 Tich Brewster
12/18/12 Delphina Reads Too Much
12/19/12 Tina Carriero 
12/20/12 Candace Pages
12/21/12 Starry night book reviews
12/22/12 Tsk Tsk What to Read? 
12/23/12 A Little bit of rnr reviews 
12/26/12 Tams's book blog
12/27/12 Forbidden Reviews
12/28/12 Chastity Bush
12/29/12 A Page Away
12/30/12 Melissa Keir
12/31/12 Terri's book addiction
1/1/13 Backward Momentum 
1/2/13 Sabrina's paranormal palace
1/3/13 United by Books 
1/4/13 Book Nerds Across America
1/5/13 Jinni James 
1/6/13 Intoxicated By Books 
1/7/13 Coffee with authors
1/8/13 Amazing Books
1/9/13 Earth’s Book Nook
1/10/13 Bitten By Love reviews
1/11/13 Simply Sexy Stories
1/12/13 BeLoved Books


December 12, 2012

Winter Warmer Deals 2012 by Felicity Heaton

Attention book lovers!! 


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There are plenty of fantastic reads to choose from, all priced between FREE and $3.99 and in a range of lengths between novella and long novels, and a variety of paranormal romance sub-genres including sinful angels, sexy vampires, seductive werewolves, and even a super-hot demon and sassy witch pairing.

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December 10, 2012

Interview with Karin Tabke + Giveaway






HAPPY BOOK RELEASE to Karin Tabke!

The third installment of her Blood Moon Rising Trilogy, Blood Vow came out on december 4th!
I'm so THRILLED, because I waited 8 months(!!) for this day! 

I'm super excited to have Karin here with me today! Continue on to read her answers to my interview questions, and don't forget to enter the giveaway to win one copy of your choice in her Blood Moon Rising series (open internationally)!






A volatile mix of both Lycan and Slayer, half-breed Falon is Alpha female of her pack, marked by rival Alpha brothers. But when she learns that she is the daughter of the Master Slayer who murdered Lucien and Rafael’s parents, the revelation throws her relationship with both brothers into chaos. Falon begs them not to condemn her for her father’s deeds. She realizes before her Alpha mates do that they are destined to be one and pleads with them to accept the unusual triangle. Now, if Lucien and Rafael cannot overcome their pride and accept their fate, the annihilation of the Lycan race waits within the shadow of the Blood Moon...

December 4, 2012

The Immortal Circus Book Blast + Giveaway



Ladies and gentlemen,

It gives me great pleasure to introduce to you a show unlike any you've seen before.

Within the walls of THE IMMORTAL CIRCUS, you'll be amazed by acts of tragic romance, seductive magic, and maybe even a little murder.

After all, loves, nothing is what it seems under this big top. Not even your innocent little heroine, Vivienne.

Released every two weeks through the Kindle Serials program, we'll be sure to keep you on the edge of your seat, right up to the breathtaking conclusion that will have you begging for more. But don't worry, loves--you'll delight in the anticipation.

I personally guarantee it.

Follow our spectacle across four blogs representing the two Faerie Courts. There will be exclusive interviews and artwork, backstage reviews and more from the author, A.R. Kahler--and trust me when I say, he knows the circus well. Pick a side, promote the show, and compete for your chance to win a spectacular prize of circus goods.

And my eternal love, of course.

Trust me when I say, when the final curtain falls, no one and no thing will ever be the same. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. The show's just beginning.

Are you ready to run away forever?

~Mab

Ringleader, Fashionista, and Queen of the Winter Court 

Choose Your Court...







Murdered contortionists aren't exactly what Vivienne signed up for when she ran away to join the circus. But like most things under the big top, nothing is what it seems. With a past she can't quite remember, Vivienne finds that running away forever might not be as appealing as it once sounded--especially not when she realizes the devilishly attractive ringleader Mab is the Faerie Queen of legend…and that she and the rest of the troupe are locked in an age-old rivalry between the otherworldly Courts.

Aided by her friends Kingston--a feisty stage magician whose magic is quickly stealing her heart--and his smart-ass assistant Melody, Vivienne finds herself racing against the clock to discover the culprit behind a series of deaths that should be impossible. However, the answer she seeks might reveal more about her own bloody past--and future--than she bargains for.

The show's just beginning.

Step right up… GOODREADS, AMAZON, FACEBOOK, WEBSITE


About A.R. Kahler

Most little boys dream of running away to join the circus. Alex didn't just dream it: he did it. But then, he rarely lets a good dream pass him by.

In the past six years he's toured and trained across America and Europe. He's performed in Amsterdam, taught trapeze in Madrid, studied in Glasgow and even had a stint as assistant to Holly Black and Cassandra Clare in New England. He's constantly on the lookout for new places to explore and new worlds to invent. He's a Sagittarius fueled by full moons and espresso. The way to his heart is a latte and fan art. Just for the record.

THE IMMORTAL CIRCUS is his first New Adult novel, and is being released exclusively through the Amazon Kindle e-Serials program by 47North. It will be available in print and audio when the episodes are complete.

MARTYR the first book in his post-apocalyptic fantasy, will be published by Spencer Hill Press in October 2014


Find him: TWITTER as @ARKahler, TWITTER as @ImmortalCircus, WEBSITE


There are 10 Kindle eBook serial copies of THE IMMORTAL CIRCUS up for grabs.

The giveaway is 3 days ONLY and it's open to anyone 13 and older who can receive gifted Kindle books.

The winners will be announced within 24 hours after the giveaway closes in the Rafflecopter form.

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November 27, 2012

Teaser Tuesdays (Nov.27)



Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read
• Open to a random page
• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

My Teasers:
"Her sacrifice is one of the greatest in angelic history, but she is lost to us."
 “One more word,” Raphael said slowly, “and you will lose what little memory you have, and I’ll wipe you from your children’s minds as well.”
- Larissa Ione: Rogue Rider (Lords of Deliverance #4)


November 22, 2012

Serving Up Evil ~ Part 2 Blog Tour

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Devil Du Jour Blog Tour

Along the tour, there will be multiple stops with Interviews, character interviews, excerpts, reviews, and, of course, BIG GIVEAWAY - more info at the very end of this post!!

Anyway, I'm here to tell you a little more about Devil Du Jour, book two in the Book Waitress series by the amazing Deena Remiel. So yes, that means you're here to read my awesome review ;P (and to collect the next letter - see at the end of the post - to win the $20 gift card prize)

If you haven't read the first book, do not worry, because you can get if now for FREE!!! 
>> GET IT FOR FREE FROM AMAZON <<

So let's see what Camille's been up to in the second book...

November 20, 2012

Teaser Tuesdays (Nov.20)


Oh god, when was the last time I did a T.T. post? A while back, because I keep forgetting about it, but not today! Because today I brought you  2 “teaser” sentences from a book I really like, although it's not out yet, so you guys can get a peek! See how generous I am? 



Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

• Grab your current read
• Open to a random page
• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

My Teasers:
Sometimes the Alt code oversteps its parameters and talks to other genes, too, so two Alts could have similiar reflexes, brain patterns, language proficiencies. To fight yourself and find a way to win is the greatest challenge for any soldier. 
- Dualed (Dualed #1) by Elsie Chapman 





PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT with either the link to your own Teaser Tuesdays post, or share your ‘teasers’ in a comment here (if you don’t have a blog). Thanks!

November 18, 2012

Review ~ Pleasure Unbound by Larissa Ione

I finally found the time (and the strength) to finish this review, even though I read this last year...
Originally I planned to write a series review, but got stuck and distracted, but since I really love this series and the spin-off too, I just have to do this, but this time one by one. I'm gladly re-reading the whole series, so I just have to find the time.

Anyway, the first book in the Demonica series is Pleasure Unbound.





Title: Pleasure Unbound
Series: Demonica #1
Length: 416 pages
Released: July 1st 2008 by Forever


Someone has been cutting up demons and removing their body parts, and this doesn't make sense to doctors Eidolon and Shade, the only surgeons in the world who care exclusively for demons. One patient after another has been arriving at the "demon ER" with missing internal organs, and Eidolon vows to find who has been targeting his race and for what purpose.

To make matters worse for Eidolon's demon-kind, he's just gone and treated a female demon-slayer who heats his blood as no other has. Tayla is a sexy, lustful, demon-slaying warrior who works for The Aegis, a council of humans who have vowed to rid the world of demons. Eidolon knows Tayla's deepest secret: that she is actually half demon herself. She is, in fact, the only being Eidolon has ever seen who has half-demon, half-human blood. And she's the only woman who has ever captivated him so.

But is this woman, who is trained to eradicate Eidolon's species, the person responsible for the rash of demon mutilations that are turning his hospital upside down?

November 17, 2012

Exclusive Cover Reveal ~ Genesis Queen by Gracen Miller & Contest

Today I am thrilled to host the exclusive cover reveal of Genesis Queen, book three in the Road To Hell series by the faboulous Gracen Miller! I seriously couldn't wait to post it. I think it's pretty nice and I'm lovin' it ;) And you can also win an ecopy of Pandora's Box (RTH #1) and a swag pack!

November 7, 2012

Review ~ Iced by Karen Marie Moning

Title: Iced: A Dani O'Malley Novel 
Series: Fever #6
Length: 512 pages (kindle)
Released: October 30th 2012 by Delacorte Press
"I make a discovery that totally blows...dying is the easy part.
It's coming back to life that sucks.
"


The year is 1 AWC—After the Wall Crash. The Fae are free and hunting us. It’s a war zone out there, and no two days are alike. I’m Dani O’Malley, the chaos-filled streets of Dublin are my home, and there’s no place I’d rather be.

Dani “Mega” O’Malley plays by her own set of rules—and in a world overrun by Dark Fae, her biggest rule is: Do what it takes to survive. Possessing rare talents and the all-powerful Sword of Light, Dani is more than equipped for the task. In fact, she’s one of the rare humans who can defend themselves against the Unseelie. But now, amid the pandemonium, her greatest gifts have turned into serious liabilities.

Dani’s ex–best friend, MacKayla Lane, wants her dead, the terrifying Unseelie princes have put a price on her head, and Inspector Jayne, the head of the police force, is after her sword and will stop at nothing to get it. What’s more, people are being mysteriously frozen to death all over the city, encased on the spot in sub-zero, icy tableaux.

When Dublin’s most seductive nightclub gets blanketed in hoarfrost, Dani finds herself at the mercy of Ryodan, the club’s ruthless, immortal owner. He needs her quick wit and exceptional skill to figure out what’s freezing Fae and humans dead in their tracks—and Ryodan will do anything to ensure her compliance.

Dodging bullets, fangs, and fists, Dani must strike treacherous bargains and make desperate alliances to save her beloved Dublin—before everything and everyone in it gets iced.

My Thoughts:



Warning: MEGA crazy fan ramblings ahead!!

I hate this woman! I fecking do!! But I also LOVE her so much!! Karen is the Shit as Dani would say. But Dude! This is pure torture, ending the books the way she does is just 150% E-V-I-L!!
I swear she's a fecking fae and enjoys torturing us, mere mortals.

But, if you ever had any doubts about Iced... Drop it, crash it, forget it!
because Karen totally nailed it! I've got the ICED fever (yeah, I love the irony of that too)!

Iced. Is. A-fecking-mazing.

Take it from a fan who never liked Dani... until now!!

Iced has one of the best prologues I've ever read! It was so captivating, so dark, so amazingly written that I actually read it twice. I's one page but it completely and permanently sucks you in. And just to be clear...

Iced is definitely NOT YA!
It’s a minefield outside that door. Walk lightly. Your parents’ rules don’t apply. Do be afraid of the dark. And if you’re thinking there might be a monster under your bed or in your closet, there probably is. Get up and check.
Welcome to Planet Earth.
This is our world now—one that doesn’t know its own rules.
(...)
I’m Dani “Mega” O’Malley.
I’m fourteen.
It’s a war zone out there. No two days are alike.
And there’s no place else I’d rather be.
The blurb tells you everything you have to know about the plot. I admit, I had my doubts, because I didn't really like Dani in the previous books, in fact I found her pretty annoying.

Frankly, I don't know what changed, I think it's because ICED is darker than Mac's books were and Dani's voice, style fits just perfectly into this world. She really cracks me up with her style. Also she's one of the few most inspiring heroines out there. In spite of her young age, her views of life are really food for thought.
"Procrastinating is number three on my Stupid List. You still end up exactly where you didn’t want to be, doing exactly what you didn’t want to do, with the only difference being that you lost all that time in between, during which you could have been doing something fun. Even worse, you probably stayed in a stressed-out, crappy mood the whole time you were avoiding it. If you know something is inevitable, do it and get it over with. Move on. Life is short."
Like I said she cracks me up. Her mania of being a superhero and the best of the best very entertaining.

“And I’m going to go in there why?” I can’t see a single reason to take such a risk. I like living. I like it a lot.
“Kid, Batman needs Robin.”
Dude. I go all soft and melty inside and swallow a dreamy sigh. Robin to his Batman! Superhero partners. There are lots of versions where Robin gets way stronger. He could have had me at hello if he’d said that first. “You don’t want me to work for you. You want a superhero partner. That’s a whole different story. Why didn’t you just say so?”
Dani is kick-ass, everybody knows how tough and fierce she is. Seeing a good dose of her life makes the reader love her more. She had to grow up fast and that wasn't easy. Now she does her best to protect HER city and her people from the Fae. And she CAN carry the book on her own. Even if there weren't Ryo or Christian or any of the nine or any man, her book would be still fine!

I wouldn't say this is an action packed book, but that 495 pages do contain a pretty good amount of action. Still it's exciting from the beginning, because the mystery is always there. The mystery about certain characters and the main mystery to solve. What the bloody hell is that freezing Fae and humans dead and why and how can they kill it. If they can kill it. I loved the whole story. It's captivating, interesting and definitely kept me reading. It will have readers too, trying to figure out who or what is behind the freezing and same for the "why" and the "how to kill it" part.

So why isn't this book YA? Because it's dark, means folks are constatnly dying, usually really painfully, some scenes contain sexual content (mostly because of Cruce - yes! He's back...sort of.) and/or false language... I mean Ryodan IS in the book for feck's sake!

Speaking of Ryodan... I love him! I was always a V'lane fan, and maybe just a little Barrons fan, but Ryo basically is now head-to-head with V'lane! I wasn't really interested in him before, but boy, he changed it! I love his coldness, his (sick)humour, and that he actually cares for Dani, but it doesn't change him. Anyway, Ryodan and Dani together is PRICELESS!!
"Half your face is a bruise and the other half is recovering from one. Have you looked in a mirror lately?”
“That ain’t because I’m a sloppy freeze-framer. It’s because of stupid jerk-ass Ryodan.”
“Stupid jerk-ass Ryodan is going to break both your legs if you take one more step,” Ryodan says right behind us.
I whirl on him. “Why are you always stalking me?”
“You’re always making me.”
Other recurrent characters are Christian, Kate, Dancer, Jo, Lore and Cruce. Barrons and Mac are present, only for a brief moment and have one or two lines, like “I’m going to kill the kid,”. But to be honest, I didn't really miss them. I was totally fine with the "new" crew.

There are point of view changes in this book. We're usually in Dani's head, but sometime we get a glimpse of Kate's life along with what's happening with the sidhe-seers, and we also can see what's up with Christian. 

I loved Christian's pov, he's kinda like a mix between Ryodan, V'lane and the Christian we got to know in the previous books. He's really protective of Dani... maybe a bit too much, we could say he's obsessed with her... Possible love story for the future books, maybe? ;)

But Kate's pov was a bit boring to me. I don't have any problem with her character, and knowing what's going on with Cruce and the sidhe-seers isn't bad either, but still, those parts didn't really hold my interest. Usually, that was the part where I had to take a break. And she was driving me nuts by saying "My Sean" every fecking time she mentioned her soulmate!!

Dancer isn't a new character either. Dani mentioned him in one the early books, but he is a good one, too. The kid is a genius! I want a BFF like him. The boy deserves credit for not being a coward that's for sue!!
“Difficult though you all might find it to believe,” Dancer says, “we’ve got bigger problems than your egos. Listen up. We need to talk. Let’s go inside. It’s bloody cold out here.”
Ryodan looks at him hard a sec and I can tell by the look on his face he doesn’t like what he’s seeing with his weird X-ray vision. “Whatever you have to say can be said here. Now.”
“You’re such an asshole,” Dancer says. “Periodically I suffer the brief delusion you might wise up. Brief.”
Jo and Christian look at Dancer like they think he must have a death wish.  
This book is full of infos and I bet full of hints which we can't see and put together until we didn't read the next books. Because that's how Ms. Monning's mind works. I love puzzles!!

Why I give the book only 4,5 stars instead of 5, besides my problem with the parts of Kate's pov, is because Dani and Dancer were fecking smart, but there's a part when they're figure out what's the killing-icy thing is after and why it's freezing specific places/folks, and Dani basically says the answer out loud but no one seems to put it together, until a few minutes later she switches to her other personality - a much darker, colder one - to run through the facts and solve the mystery AGAIN. Then she switches back and whoala, she says it again with different words and everybody gets it! I, for one, understood it for the first time too. I guess this was just for us, readers to see she has this "other" personality. But Karen could have done it in other way... Anyway, I couldn't have figure out myself what's the thing is after. I thought about everything, but that one. Nice one, Ms. Moning!

The ending was a cliffhanger. Surprised? I wasn't. It's a Moning book, dammit! But I think if you remember the end of Shadowfever, then it's not really a cliffhanger, because I'm pretty sure about what will NOT happen.

Overall:  All I want to say is that, even if you had serious doubts for whatever reason, like Dani, or Ryo, or anything... Don't let it hold you back. If you're a fan of the Fever series, then ICED is a MUST READ. Personally, I think Iced was BETTER than any of the other Fever books so far. If I had the permission, I would have quote the whole book! And don't forget, this is NOT YA!

P.S.: Forget BB&B! I want the Unseelie King's library!!!

P.S.II: The book cover killed me!! What a piece of awesomeness!! Wish I had the book in Hardcover :(

Favourite character(s): Dani & Ryodan 
Favourite scene(s): Every scene with Dani and Ryo! But there was a part when Dani, Ryo, Christian and Lore were arguing about MUSIC -yeah, it's fecking nearly end of the world, and they're arguing about music...- which was hella funny. I literally laughed out loud at it. Also the scene from which I choose my favorite quote...
Favorite quote(s): The entire book, but I think this one (it's not the whole qoute, but i don't want to give too much away)

Ryodan says real soft, “Disappointed or loyal.”
I got no intention of dying. “Loyal,” I say.



means...

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