ARC Review Texas Two Step by Cynthia D'Alba

Title: Texas Two Step (Texas Montgomery Mavericks #1)
Author: Cynthia D'Alba
Source: Requested Review
Genre: Contemporary Cowboy Romance
Format: eBook, 256 pgs
Release Date: February 28th 2012


Their love never died, but her secrets could break his trust beyond repair.

Review of VAMPIRES IN AMERICA, The Vignettes - Volume 1 by D. B. Reynolds

VAMPIRES IN AMERICA, The Vignettes – Volume 1

D. B. Reynolds

Published February 15, 2012

ISBN-10:  1469978210

Erotic Paranormal Romance

Ebook, 122 pages

Author supplied ebook for review

From award-winning author D. B. Reynolds come nine stories of seduction and intrigue set in her Vampires in America universe. Note: This is a 122 page compilation of SHORT STORIES, not a full-length novel.

For the first time in print … The Vampire Vignettes From New Year’s Eve on the beaches of Malibu, to love in a penthouse over Manhattan, and a challenge fought on a snowy night in Montreal, Reynolds takes us behind the scenes with seven steamy Vignettes featuring her ultimate alpha Vampire Lords and their beautiful and independent mates.

And Never Before Published – Two brand new, full-length short stories. You Belong To Me follows Duncan and his mate Emma as they consolidate power in his new territory, while generating plenty of heat in private. And then it’s time for The Wedding, as readers join Rajmund and Sarah for their big weekend ... and Cyn’s girls-night-out bachelorette party. Unfortunately, some local kidnappers have other plans, and Cyn and Sarah will have to outwit their abductors before Raphael and Raj start hunting, and the entire wedding is ruined!

Authors After Dark Spotlight with Pamela Palmer

Would you tell everyone a little about yourself?

I’m Pamela Palmer, the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Feral Warriors shape-shifter series, the Esri series, and the soon-to-be released Vamp City vampire series. I live in the D.C. suburbs with my accountant husband, and write full time, now, though once upon a time I was an industrial engineer for IBM. When I’m not writing, I’m doing things to fill the creative well—reading, watching movies, exploring the D.C. area, and trying new things like Tae Kwon Do, firing a gun, and fencing. My husband waits (in vain) for the day my passion turns to something a little more normal, like gardening or cooking.

What sub-genre do you write?

I write paranormal romance and urban fantasy romance, though a lot of people might consider them the same thing. The way I think of them, paranormal romance is one complete romance per book (as in my Feral Warriors shapes-shifter series) whereas urban fantasy romance takes several books to tell the story of one couple (as in my Vamp City series).

Who/what is your writing muse? And in what environment or conditions do you write?

I’ve discovered that my muse likes space. I’ve never been very productive with a wall or a desk hutch in front of me. So I write where I can look out a window, if possible, or at least across the room. I’ve even written on the stairs. (Thank goodness for laptops.) And I need music—moody, evocative instrumental music. My favorite: Keiko Matsui, though I sometimes switch to the soundtracks of movies such as Inception or Twilight, or the video game Halo3.

What are you working on at this time?

Right now, I’m finishing up the seventh book in my Feral Warriors shape-shifter series. It’s due to my editor April 1^st, then I’ll be digging into the second book in my Vamp City series. I’m writing both series simultaneously, alternating back and forth. My muse enjoys the variety, and when she’s happy, so am I.

Fun questions of what you prefer

Dog or Cat? Dog.

Comfy or Formal? Somewhere in between.

Denim or Leather? Leather

Wine or Beer? I love them both!

Mountaintop or Oceanside? Oceanside.

Boxers, briefs or commando for your hero? Boxers, although a couple of my shifters, who can’t keep their clothes on when they shift into their animals, insist on going commando. The fewer clothes to shed, the better. Can’t say I blame them.

Please pick one of your books to feature with this interview. I will need the books bulb, cover and if you can a sexexcerpt if not a regular and excerpt will do fine.

The book: A BLOOD SEDUCTION, release date May 29, 2012

Blurb: Vampires live only for lust and pleasure in the eternal twilight of Vamp City. But the city's magic is dying. The only person who can restore it? A beautiful woman from the mortal world...one who knows nothing of the power she wields. Quinn Lennox is searching for a missing friend when she stumbles into a dark otherworld that only she can see--and finds herself at the mercy of Arturo Mazza, a dangerously handsome vampire whose wicked kiss will save her, enslave her, bewitch her, and betray her. What Arturo can't do is forget about her--any more than Quinn can control her own feelings for him. Neither one can let desire get in the way of their mission--his to save his people, hers to save herself. But there is no escape from desire in a city built for seduction, where passion flows hot and blood-red. Welcome to Vamp City...

Excerpt and cover are attached separately

A BLOOD SEDUCTION excerpt

Arturo turned her, pulling her back against him, sliding his arms around her waist. “I like you.” His warm breath brushed her temple. “And I want you. I want the passion I’ve glimpsed within you, but I will never get it by force.”

“Cajole and seduce,” Quinn murmured, her breath unsteady at the feel of his arms around her, and of the thick ridge at the small of her back.

“Yes. Perhaps. But never force.” He tilted her head and pressed his mouth against her neck, nuzzling her. Kissing her. But she felt no fangs. “As you’ve said, today is not the day for such intimacies, not after what you’ve seen. But I will watch.” His hand slid down over her abdomen and lower, his touch tense with desire, his fingers just brushing her pubic bone. “And I will want.”

“Watching that orgy…aroused you.”

“I may no longer be human, but I am still male. Decide quickly, cara. I do not have all day.”

Everything inside her rebelled at the coercion. But he was giving her a choice and he didn’t have to. It was rather remarkable that he was. And, heaven help her, she was nearly shaking from the desire to step beneath the spray of that shower. So what if he watched?

“All right.”

Wasting no time, he lifted her shirt over her head then reached for her pants. She tried to brush his hands away, but he ignored her.

“I can do it, Vampire.”

“As can I.” He pushed her pants down over her hips.

“My boots.”

“Sit.”

She did, finding the bench rough beneath her bare thighs.

The vampire knelt on the wooden floor of the shed and pulled off her boots and socks, then her pants, tossing them into the corner with her shirt. Then his hands went around her and he unfastened her bra, tossing it onto the pile, too.

When he reached for her hips, and her panties, she grabbed his wrists. “Enough. I can do the rest.”

The look he gave her was rich with heat and a gleam she didn’t entirely understand…or trust. But he capitulated, turned to sit beside her, and pulled off his own boots.

Quinn remained where she was, uncertain how she wanted to proceed. “Are you going to watch me from over the door?”

“I am going to join you, piccola.” He stood and pulled off his shirt, revealing far too fine a sixpack. “I am going to wash you.”

Quinn lunged to her feet, crossing her arms over her bare breasts. “You said watch. Watch. Not wash.”

“Easy, cara. I will not remove my pants. I said I will not take you today and I will not.”

She eyed him dourly. “You are pretty free and easy with the lies, Vampire. Your word doesn’t mean a lot, does it?”

His eyes flashed and she wondered if she’d gone too far this time. But he only shrugged. “My tongue is glib, I’m afraid.” He reached for her, cupping her face in both hands, sliding cool fingers into her hair. “Have I ever hurt you?” His gaze grew infinitely serious, surprisingly soft. “Have I?”

“No.”

“Trust my actions, then, if not my words. Trust your instincts. I tell you I want more than to watch you. I want to touch you, to pleasure you. Only that. Do your instincts believe me?”

“You’re hard as a rock. I know you want sex.”

“I am ready for sex. Of course I am. I’m staring at a very beautiful, very naked woman. But I do not want that from you today.”

“You won’t take anything for yourself?” she said dubiously.

“And why do you think that touching you is not for me, also?” At her frown, he leaned in, brushing his lips against her temple, her cheek. “I love the way you respond to my touch, tessoro. I feel your pleasure rise every time I touch you, even in the simplest way. You are sensual, magnificent. I am not usually this sensitive to another’s pleasure, but your pleasure feeds my own.” He pulled back, lifted her chin. “Will you trust me? In this?”

It wasn’t like she had much of a choice, but the truth was she really didn’t believe he’d hurt her or take her against her will. That didn’t mean he wouldn’t still try to seduce her, but she honestly didn’t think he’d push her if she said no. And the thought of his hands on her…just that…set up a deep, sensual longing. “Yes. I will trust you in this.”

His smile was swift and delighted. Without warning, he kissed her, his lips cool against her own, yet infinitely warm. His lips moved softly, a first exploration, a first kiss despite the fact she stood naked before him, having just given him permission to touch her wherever he pleased. His mouth moved over hers, his tongue sliding lightly along the crease of her mouth until she opened for him, giving him access. And then he was inside, his tongue sliding against hers, stealing her breath, her thoughts, the last of her inhibitions.

He tasted of dark liqueur and darker nights, lush and crystal clear. Without thought, she wrapped her arms around his neck, pressing her breasts to his chest, the feel eliciting a moan deep in her throat. 

Firm hands slid up her rib cage and down over her hips, back and forth, making her moan with the pleasure. She loved being touched. Especially by a man with a sure, if gentle, hand. A man who knew what he was doing.

His fingers slid into her butt cheeks, gripping them hard, kneading them as he pulled her against him and the hard ridge that lay between them within his pants. Her own hips began to rock of their own volition, seeking…needing…

Oh yes, her vampire knew what he was doing.

Her moan turned to one of dismay as he released her mouth, pulled her arms from around his neck, and set her away from him. Once more, he cupped her face, forcing her to look at him through the haze of passion.

“Your body screams for mine, cara, but I fear it is your passionate nature speaking and not truly your will. Do you wish me to remove my pants?”

She closed her eyes, trembling with desire, and tipped her forehead against his shoulder. “No.”

He gathered her against him with a sigh, holding her against his warm length. “I feared as much.”

“Do you want to stop? And let me take my own shower?”

“Never. My control is exquisite. And there is nothing I want more at this moment than to touch you. Not sex, not blood. Just to touch you.” His hands traced wide, warm circles over her back.

She blinked. “Why aren’t your hands cold any more?”

He pulled back with surprise, meeting her gaze. “You can feel the warmth?”

“Yes. You feel hotter than I am.”

A funny look crossed his face. “When I touch you, when I kiss you, I feel as if I’ve stepped into the sun for the first time in centuries. You smell like sunshine to me. And I feel a warming of the flesh I’ve not known in far too long. I thought I was being fanciful.”

“You’re actually warm to the touch.” She looked at him curiously. “Is this my magic?”

“I do not know.” He frowned, his fingers running through her hair. “I wish you had no magic.”

“Why?”

“Because then I could keep you for my own.”

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Review of Slave to His Desires by Ashlynn Monroe

Title: Slave to His Desires
Author: Ashlynn Monroe
Source: Bought eBook
Genre: Sci-Fi Romance - Aliens
Release Date: July 18th 2011
Author's Website

Review Demon Bait by Moira Rogers

Title: Demon Bait (Children of the Undying #1)
Author: Moira Rogers
Source: Self purchase
Genre: post apocalyptic, sci-fi, paranormal romance
Length: novella

 His mark could bind her forever—or finally set her free.

Review of Assume The Position by T.C. Lee

Title: Assume The Position
Author: T.C. Lee
Source: Bought eBook
Genre: Erotic Romance - Light BDSM
Release Date: December 15th 2011
Author's Website

Review Aladdin's Samovar by Lauren Sweet

Title: Aladdin's Samovar
Author: Lauren Sweet
Source: Requested Review
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Format: eBook, 282 pgs
Release Date: September 24, 2011

A nice, normal, boring life—that’s all Amber Polaski ever wanted. One where she’s not unchaining her flaky New Age mom from endangered trees, bailing her out of jail, or getting dragged to naked pagan rituals. But when Amber finds a sexy genie in her antique brass samovar, any hope of normal goes up in smoke.

Review C791 (Cyborgs More Than Machines #1) by Eve Langlais

Title: C791 (Cyborgs More Than Machines #1)
Author: Eve Langlais
Source: Self purchase
Genre: Erotic Sci/Fi Romance
Length: Short novel (144 pgs)

 Machines aren’t supposed to feel, but this cyborg can’t help falling in love.

Review of The Darkest Surrender (Lords of the Underworld #8) by Gena Showalter

Title: The Darkest Surrender (Lords of the Underworld #8)
Author: Gena Showalter
Source: Bought Book
Genre: Paranormal Romance - Demons, Harpies
Format: 426 pages
Release Date: September 27th 2011
Author's Website

Review Seven Days In Jade by Anna Keraleigh

Title: Seven Days In Jade
Author: Anna Keraleigh
Source: Requested Review
Genre: Erotic Contemporary Romance
Format: eNovella, 87 pgs
Release Date: January 15, 2012

Jade is an unhappily married woman.

Ryan is a sexy Private Investigator who loves her.

Review of Raziel (The Fallen #1) by Kristina Douglas

Title: Raziel (The Fallen #1)
Author: Kristina Douglas
Source: Won Copy
Genre: Paranormal Romance - Angels, Demons
Format: 384 pages
Release Date: January 25th 2011
Author's Website

Kristina Douglas’s sexy new series introduces a realm of fallen angels and ruthless demons, where an eternal rebellion is brewing . . . and one unsuspecting woman can change the fate of the Fallen forever.

Book promo giveaway of A Brooding Beauty by Jillian Eaton

Title: A Brooding Beauty

Genre: Historical romance

Publisher: Amazon Kindle Services (self published)

Publication Date: February 15, 2012

Length: Novella

Description:  What happens after happily ever after?

The marriage of Lady Catherine Nettle and Marcus Windfair, the 7th Duke of Kensington, was declared the affair of the Season. They seemed perfect for each other… until they weren’t.

Now after three years of separation Catherine wants a divorce. She can no longer remain married to a man who does not return her love and is willing to do whatever it takes – including following Marcus to the secluded cottage in the highlands where they spent their honeymoon – to get what she wants.

Marcus can no longer trust his wife after what happened three years ago, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t love her. Refusing her ridiculous request for a divorce, he escapes to Woodsgate, confidant his wife will not follow him into the wilds of Scotland. Unfortunately for the Duke, this is one bet he is bound to lose.

Forced together, husband and wife reach an unusual compromise: Catherine agrees to sleep with her husband for two months, after which time Marcus will grant her a divorce. It is the perfect solution for two people who claim to no longer love each other… or is it?

Guest Author Jaye Frances + giveaway

Thank you, WildAboutBones, for hosting me on Bitten By Paranormal Romance today. I really appreciate the opportunity to talk about The Kure, and to let your readers know about my on-going “Resolve To Read” promotion through Amazon.

Part of the challenge of writing this series was drawing on historical references to accurately establish not only the setting, but also the dark and mystical practices that were very much a part of the deep south during the time period of the story.

ARC review A SEAL in Wolf's Clothing (Heart of the Wolf #9) by Terry Spear

Title: A SEAL in Wolf's Clothing (Heart of the Wolf #9)
Author:Terry Spear
Source: Netgalley
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Length: Novel (327 pgs)
Release Date : 03/01/2012

Review The Demon Hunter by Lori Brighton

Title: The Demon Hunter (The Hunter #2)
Author: Lori Brighton
Source: Author Request
Format: eBook
Release Date: January 2, 2012

 

Review of A Devil Named Desire (The Devil's Bargain #2) by Terri Garey

Title: A Devil Named Desire (The Devil's Bargain #2)
Author: Terri Garey
Source: Bought Book
Genre: Paranormal Romance - Devil, Angels, Demons
Format: 368 pages
Release Date: January 31st 2012
Author's Website

ATTENTION EVERYONE!!!

As the owner of this blog most of you never hear from me about anything, but something has happened and well, I have to say it’s pissed me off to no end. So, here is my rant below.

I am here today to inform everyone that I took off a review of Teaching Between Midnight and Dawn because the author called my reviewer the devil. I AM HERE TO SAY THESE REVIEWS ARE OUR OPINIONS, IF YOU DON'T WANT OUR OPTIONS THEN DON'T SEND THE REQUEST. You have no clue the work we put into reading books and reviewing them for freaking free!

Review Catch and Hold-Legend by Claudy Conn

Title: Catch & Hold-Legend
Author: Claudy Conn
Source: Requested Review
Genre: Paranormal Fantasy Romance
Format: eBook, 250 pgs
Release Date: January 19, 2012

Radzia MacDaun’s mission of vengeance has turned into a rescue operation… but will she need to be rescued, too?

Review of Devil Without a Cause (The Devil's Bargain #1) by Terri Garey

Title: Devil Without a Cause (The Devil's Bargain #1)
Author: Terri Garey
Source: Bought Book
Genre: Paranormal Romance - Devil, Demons, Angels
Format: 384 pages
Release Date: May 31st 2011
Author's Website

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