Category Archives: paranormal romance

Jeaniene Frost – Twice Tempted

Dating the Prince of Darkness has its challenges…

Leila’s psychic abilities have been failing her, and now she isn’t sure what the future holds. If that weren’t enough, her lover, Vlad, has been acting distant. Though Leila is a mere mortal, she’s also a modern woman who refuses to accept the cold shoulder treatment forever–especially from the darkly handsome vampire who still won’t admit that he loves her.

Like choosing between eternal love and a loveless eternity…

Soon circumstances send Leila back to the carnival circuit, where tragedy strikes. And when she finds herself in the crosshairs of a killer who may be closer than she realizes, Leila must decide who to trust– the fiery vampire who arouses her passions like no other or the tortured knight who longs to be more than a friend? With danger stalking her every step of the way, all it takes is one wrong move to damn her for eternity.

Review:
Rating: 4 Stars
This is book two in this series. I did a quick reread of the first book, Once Burned, before reading the new book. I enjoyed this one a lot more! The first book left such a cliffhanger that it made it feel really incomplete. There will be another book after this one, but this one answers a lot of unanswered questions than the last one. I love Vlad! Leila is the perfect woman for him because he needs someone unafraid of him and all his enemies. She won’t accept anything less than his heart. Lots of steamy romance and plenty of action! Can not wait for the next book in the series!

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Lynsay Sands – Immortal Ever After: An Argeneau Novel

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Lynsay Sands – Immortal Ever After: An Argeneau Novel

Book Description:
Publication Date: February 26, 2013
New York Times bestselling author Lynsay Sands delivers a wickedly fun Argeneau novel featuring a vampire ready to claim his mate and the beauty who resists her fate!

A kiss doesn’t mean eternity . . .

Valerie Moyer doesn’t believe in vampires—until she is kidnapped by a fanged psychopath! After escaping her bloodthirsty captor, she’s through with creatures of the night. Until she finds herself under the protection of the darkly handsome Anders. Not only is she expected to accept that Anders is immortal, but also that she is the woman destined to be his life mate!

. . . Or does it?

Anders felt a connection to Valerie from the moment he cradled her bruised body in his arms. But before he claims her, he must destroy the vampire who almost stole her from him forever. His job would be easier if Valerie didn’t fight him every step of the way. Still, Anders loves a challenge, and the green-eyed beauty is worth fighting for!

Review:
Rating – 4 Stars
Lynsay Sands always delivers sexy, fun romance with the Argeneau series. Fans of this series have been waiting for Anders’ story! Anders is a sexy, protective, alpha hero who rescues Valerie from a psychopath. Valerie has endured what would break most women, but it only makes her stronger. She is thrust into a world she never thought possible. Lots of action, lots of romance, and great characters. I loved Anders and Valerie’s story!

Lara Adrian -Edge of Dawn – 5 stars

Lara Adrian – Edge of Dawn
Release Date – February 26, 2013
Rating – 5 Stars

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In this pulse-pounding and thrillingly sensual novel, New York Times bestselling author Lara Adrian returns to the mesmerizing world of the Midnight Breed, following new characters into a dark future where an uneasy peace can unravel into war–and a great betrayal can mask an all-consuming love.

Twenty years after the terror of First Dawn–when mankind learned that vampires lived secretly among them–the threat of violence reigns as the two species struggle to coexist. The only group preserving the fragile harmony is the Order, an elite cadre of Breed warriors dedicated to protecting humans and vampires alike. And in this precarious world of torn loyalties and shattered trust, Mira, a fiery squad captain, finds that every fight bears an intensely personal cost.

Raised among the Order, Mira has always believed in the warrior’s code of swift–and even lethal–justice. But the one thing she desires more than the Order’s hard-won acceptance is Kellan Archer, a sexy but troubled Breed fighter. In love with him since childhood, Mira once broke through his tough exterior during an unexpected night of rapture, but the next day he mysteriously disappeared, never to return.

Kellan didn’t think he would ever see Mira again–or have to confront the truth of why he left”. After abandoning the Order years ago, he now leads a band of human rebels intent on carrying out their own vigilante rule of law. Yet a high-profile kidnapping assignment brings him face-to-face with the past he sought to avoid, and the striking woman he has tried desperately to forget. And as tensions mount and the risk of bloodshed grows, Kellan and Mira must take sides–between the competing missions that dominate their lives, and the electrifying passion that claims their hearts.

Review:
I love Lara Adrian’s Breeds. Edge of Dawn is set in the future where Mira and Kellan are all grown up. Mira loved Kellan since she was a child. I really loved reading about the original breed’s children. Mira is now a captain In the order and she is out for revenge against the rebels who she believes took the love of her life. Lara Adrian’s breed world is amazing and I highly recommend this book.

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Book provided for review by netgalley

Alexandra Ivy and Laura Wright – RAPHAEL/PARISH (Bayou Heat 1&2)

Alexandra Ivy and Laura Wright – RAPHAEL/PARISH (Bayou Heat 1&2)

RAPHAEL

The brilliant and dangerous diplomat of the Pantera shapeshifters, Raphael has devoted his life to discovering the key to the infertility that is threatening the extinction of his puma race. Creating a vast network of spies worldwide, he never expected to discover that the answer might be beneath his very nose. But when Ashe, a beautiful human female, crosses his path, his most primitive instincts are stirred. Unable to resist, he takes her to his bed, and is shocked when she becomes pregnant with his child. It’s a miracle that might prove to be the salvation of his people, but only if he can keep her safe from the mercenaries determined to kill her.

PARISH

Untamed and undeniably sexy, Parish, leader of the Pantera hunters, rarely leaves the magic of the Wildlands to deal with the humans he despises. But with the prized and risky Pantera birth on the way, puma shifter, Parish must travel to New Orleans to find and bring back a human doctor. The moment he sees the lovely, talented and all too human Dr. Julia Cabot he cannot resist the wild, potent drive to make her his. Betrayed and destroyed by love, Julia will not let her heart choose her path again. But as she and Parish fight to save the life of an unborn child, a fierce and overwhelming bond develops between them, threatening her frozen heart with the secret hope and ultimate temptation of love and family.

Review:
4.5 Stars
Alexandra Ivy and Laura Wright…Oh My! Loved it! $.99 for a steamy shifter romance book! Can’t wait for the next one that will be released in April. This is a great way to check out the authors if you haven’t read them. I love Alexandra Ivy’s Guardians of Eternity and Laura Wright’s Mark of the Vampire series.

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Wolf with Benefits – Shelly Laurenston

Wolf with Benefits
Shelly Laurenston
Kensington Books
Pub Date: Mar 26 2013

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Description

There’s nothing like a good-‘ol-boy wolf. And ace security expert Ricky Lee Reed serves, seduces, and protects with all the right moves…

Sure, Toni Jean-Louis Parker has to be the responsible oldest sister to a crazy-brilliant clan of jackal siblings. But now she’s cutting loose for some hot, sweaty, no-commitments fun—and the sexy, slow-talking, swift-moving predator assigned to keep her family safe is just the right thing to shapeshift her love life into overdrive. Trouble is, he’s starting to get all obsessive wolf on her every time he looks in her direction…

Getting serious about anyone isn’t in Ricky Lee Reed’s plans. Hell, even now he doesn’t really have a plan—outside of catching whomever is threatening this dangerously brilliant family. But the more he gets of Toni, the more he’s howling for her. And whatever it takes to convince her what they have is everything, well, this wily wolf is down for the sizzling chase…

“Hot shape-shifters and even hotter passion.” —New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter

Review- 4 stars!
I adore Shelly Laurenston! Her characters are always quirky, unique and fun! We got to see a lot of old characters in this book and it was fun to see updates on her characters. Highly recommend this book! I have yet to be disappointed when reading one of Laurenston’s books:)
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Review: TRUE WOLF (STAT Book 3) by Paige Tyler

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TRUE WOLF (STAT Book 3) by Paige Tyler

Publication Date: February 22, 2022

Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense

SynopsisNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Paige Tyler brings excitement, action and adventure that’ll leave you breathless!

Fierce werewolf alphas determined to protect, no matter the cost
Steamy romance as breath-taking as the action
Thrilling international intrigue you can escape into

KEEP YOUR TEAM CLOSE AND YOUR ENEMIES CLOSER…

Werewolf agent Caleb Lynch takes the lead on STAT’s newest case: to track down the thieves who stole nuclear weapons from the air force. His best lead points him to a brother-sister duo with a shady record, but Caleb sees something in the mysterious woman that could change his whole world.

Brielle Fontaine’s supernatural abilities are a force to be reckoned with, making her one of STAT’s biggest threats and a most useful ally. But Brielle is suspicious of anyone who might use her for their own gain, so she keeps most people at a distance—that is, until she meets werewolf Caleb Lynch.

When Brielle, Caleb, and the other STAT agents come under fire from supernatural terrorists seeking to start a war, the attraction between them could lead to something much more explosive…

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I thoroughly enjoyed this fast-paced addition to the STAT series. Right off I was pulled into the mystery and danger the team had to defuse. The introduction of unknown supernaturals made their mission more difficult, while giving the reader a good time.

I was looking forward to seeing how the author would go about finding Caleb’s mate, hoping it was a good match because he deserved it. Brielle is that woman. Yes, I thought there was more to her than being one of the bad guys in book two but was pleased to learn more about her. She is strong and intelligent, yet not cocky. A perfect combination to make me like her and become invested in their relationship. I liked watching them interact and the sweet way they grew together.

As always, I’m a sucker for books that involve a group…when it is done well. STAT is one of the good ones. The pack dynamic is full of banter and the caring only a close-knit group has. The kind that makes me wish I were a part of it all. I enjoyed the storyline, the globetrotting and battles kept me glued to the pages wondering what would happen next. However, there were a few instances that pulled me out of the book because the situation was so improbable due to the location and proximity of humans. I quickly recovered to read on and follow this romantic and sexy wild ride. I can’t wait to see who is up next, and what evil they will face.

*Review copy provided NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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Paige is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of sexy romantic suspense and paranormal romance. She graduated from The University of West Florida with a degree in education in 2000, but decided to pursue a full-time career as a writer in 2004. Since then, she’s written over fifty books in several genres, including paranormal, contemporary, western, sci-fi and erotica. She loves writing about strong, sexy, alpha males and the feisty, independent women who fall for them. From verbal foreplay to sexual heat, her stories of romance, adventure, suspense, passion and true love will leave you breathlessly panting for more.

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