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Showing posts with label romance. Show all posts

Bookshelf of Holding :: Master of Darkness Preview

Master of Darkness by Angela Knight


This is, sadly, the last book in Angela Knight's Megaverse series that is a new spin on the King Arthur myth. Although this series isn't as strong as others in the paranormal romance category it is a series I have read start to (soon to be) finish and is a good way to pass the time. Characters from previous books make appearances in others, which is always nice. I am sad to see this series ending with this book, but that makes me anticipate this last book all the more!

"In the final book of "New York Times" bestselling author Angela Knight's Mageverse, two werewolves must save humanity from a madman, despite their mutual distrust--and growing passion...
Miranda Drake is the daughter of Warlock, a werewolf sorcerer and sworn enemy of King Arthur. Like her father, she's a werewolf with magical abilities, but after years of abuse from the Alphas in her family, she is determined to stop Warlock from spreading his poison throughout the werewolf population.
Born to a long line of cops, William Justice thinks that protecting Miranda is his chance to redeem himself for not being able to stop Warlock's manipulation of the werewolves into war. But despite Justice's insistence, Miranda has no interest in trusting another dominant Alpha, even if the sexual tension between them is enough to set her aflame.
As Warlock rallies his forces and sets out to destroy Avalon, Miranda and Justice will need to learn how to trust each other--before the spark between them dies along with all of Magekind.."

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Bookshelf of Holding :: Once Burned Review

Once Burned by Jeaniene Frost


"She's a mortal with dark powers... After a tragic accident scarred her body and destroyed her dreams, Leila never imagined that the worst was still to come: terrifying powers that let her channel electricity and learn a person's darkest secrets through a single touch. Leila is doomed to a life of solitude...until creatures of the night kidnap her, forcing her to reach out with a telepathic distress call to the world's most infamous vampire...
He's the Prince of Night... Vlad Tepesh inspired the greatest vampire legend of all—but whatever you do, don't call him Dracula. Vlad's ability to control fire makes him one of the most feared vampires in existence, but his enemies have found a new weapon against him—a beautiful mortal with powers to match his own. When Vlad and Leila meet, however, passion ignites between them, threatening to consume them both. It will take everything that they are to stop an enemy intent on bringing them down in flames."

Have to say, although I enjoyed reading this book I didn't feel like it held up as well as the Night Huntress series of books. Our main man, Vlad, read Leila's mind 99% of the time, so there was little dialog. Other than that complaint, I enjoyed curling up on the couch to read this book and I'll be running out to buy the next in the series. Like the Night Huntress books it is obvious the next Night Price book will leave off where this started and keep with the same two main characters: Vlad and Leila. This current book, also like the Night Huntress books, didn't have a nice "everything is wrapped up story wise" ending to leave room for the next book. I'll enjoy reading more about Leila giving Vlad a run for his money by refusing to listen :)

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Bookshelf of Holding :: Once Burned Preview

Once Burned by Jeaniene Frost


You're most likley to know Jeaniene Frost from her awesome Night Huntress series featuring Cat and Bones. This book is yet another spin off case; this time pulling the character Vlad into the forefront and giving him a woman of his own. I am looking forward to finding out more about Vlad, as I thought his time in the Night Huntress series' books was funny and I enjoy him as a character.

"She's a mortal with dark powers... After a tragic accident scarred her body and destroyed her dreams, Leila never imagined that the worst was still to come: terrifying powers that let her channel electricity and learn a person's darkest secrets through a single touch. Leila is doomed to a life of solitude...until creatures of the night kidnap her, forcing her to reach out with a telepathic distress call to the world's most infamous vampire...
He's the Prince of Night... Vlad Tepesh inspired the greatest vampire legend of all—but whatever you do, don't call him Dracula. Vlad's ability to control fire makes him one of the most feared vampires in existence, but his enemies have found a new weapon against him—a beautiful mortal with powers to match his own. When Vlad and Leila meet, however, passion ignites between them, threatening to consume them both. It will take everything that they are to stop an enemy intent on bringing them down in flames."

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Rhianna (Check me out at Good Reads to see what is on my bookshelf!)

Bookshelf of Holding :: Wicked Nights Review

Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter

"Leader of the most powerful army in the heavens, Zacharel has been deemed nearly too dangerous, too ruthless--and if he isn't careful, he'll lose his wings. But this warrior with a heart of ice will not be deterred from his missions at any cost...until a vulnerable human tempts him with a carnal pleasure he's never known before.
Accused of a crime she did not commit, Annabelle Miller has spent four years in an institution for the criminally insane. Demons track her every move, and their king will stop at nothing to have her. Zacharel is her only hope for survival, but is the brutal angel with a touch as hot as hell her salvation--or her ultimate damnation?"

I had a TON of fun reading this book! Zacharel was a pleasure to read about, mostly due to the taunting, harassment, and down-to-earth attitude of Annabelle! I enjoyed her riling up of Zacharel. Gena did an amazing job ending this book with a smooth transition into the next Angel-army book which, I can hope, comes out soon - maybe?! Anyway, I am definitly looking forward to reading about other angels in Zacharel's army and enjoyed the glimpses of the fighters that appeared in this book. The Lord of the Underword had a small cameo which fit into the story line. There was definitly a twist regarding the bad guy in this book that I didn't see coming. I hope you all enjoy reading this book as much as I did :)

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Bookshelf of Holding :: Wicked Nights Preview

Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter

I have been a fan of Gena Showalter's Lords of the Underworld series since it started. I love reading about each Lord, how they find love, and their interactions with eachother (including how those interactions change once they find love). Wicked Nights is a branch off of the Lords of the Underworld series that deals with an angel that helps the Lords off and on.

"Leader of the most powerful army in the heavens, Zacharel has been deemed nearly too dangerous, too ruthless--and if he isn't careful, he'll lose his wings. But this warrior with a heart of ice will not be deterred from his missions at any cost...until a vulnerable human tempts him with a carnal pleasure he's never known before.
Accused of a crime she did not commit, Annabelle Miller has spent four years in an institution for the criminally insane. Demons track her every move, and their king will stop at nothing to have her. Zacharel is her only hope for survival, but is the brutal angel with a touch as hot as hell her salvation--or her ultimate damnation?"


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Rhianna (Check me out at Good Reads to see what is on my bookshelf!)

Bookshelf of Holding :: Lethal Rider Review

Lethal Rider
by Larissa Ione "Thanatos, the most deadly Horseman of the Apocalypse, has endured thousands of years of celibacy to prevent the end of days. But just one night with the wickedly sexy Aegis Guardian, Regan Cooper, shatters centuries of resolve. Yet their passion comes with a price. And Thanatos must face a truth more terrifying than an apocalypse-he's about to become a father.

Demon-slayer Regan Cooper never imagined herself the maternal type, but with the fate of the world hanging in the balance she had no choice but to seduce Thanatos and bear his child. Now, as the final battle draws closer and his rage at being betrayed is overshadowed by an undeniable passion for the mother of his child, Thanatos has a life-shattering realization: To save the world, he must sacrifice the only thing he's ever wanted-a family"
 


So sorry this is late, guys! I read this last month and was happy with the outcome. It was pretty good and kept me wanting to read it. I was very happy that Regan never became some cowering "hide behind my man" type of woman. That being said, it wasn't the greatest book ever. I liked how Larissa Ione went a lot into Thantos' thoughts and feelings on the changing magnitude of his life now that a baby and Regan were involved. I am really looking forward to the next book which has the last horseman in it flipping sides from a supreme bad guy into a good guy!!


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Bookshelf of Holding :: Lethal Rider Preview

Larissa Ione has a fun set of books within her Demonica world that are always a pleasure to read.  The demon hospital books are some of my favorites, I love Eidolon!  Larissa branched a bit from her demon hospital set into a set of books dedicated to the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and their attempts to thwart the end of the world and enjoy love when they find it.
Thanatos, our hero, subjected himself to celibacy because he thought it would keep the apocalypse from coming...but, in book two he met Regan.  Thanatos seems to be a first shot wonder and got Regan pregnant. Now they have to navigate betrayal and the coming apocalypse in Lethal Rider.

"Thanatos, the most deadly Horseman of the Apocalypse, has endured thousands of years of celibacy to prevent the end of days. But just one night with the wickedly sexy Aegis Guardian, Regan Cooper, shatters centuries of resolve. Yet their passion comes with a price. And Thanatos must face a truth more terrifying than an apocalypse-he's about to become a father.

Demon-slayer Regan Cooper never imagined herself the maternal type, but with the fate of the world hanging in the balance she had no choice but to seduce Thanatos and bear his child. Now, as the final battle draws closer and his rage at being betrayed is overshadowed by an undeniable passion for the mother of his child, Thanatos has a life-shattering realization: To save the world, he must sacrifice the only thing he's ever wanted-a family"
 

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Rhianna (Check me out at Good Reads to see what is on my bookshelf!)

Book Shelf of Holding :: Night Play

Howdy!  I'm Rhianna and I'll be regularly guest posting on Read, Drink, and Be Bloggy. I am hoping to bring a new paranormal romance book review (or general post on romance novels) once or twice a month!


Night Play
by: Sherrilyn Kenyon

Night Play is one of my favorite books in the Dark Hunter series by Sherrilyn Kenyon.The book tells the love story between Bride McTierney (a human) and Vane Kattalakis (Sherrilyn Kenyon's version of a were wolf).  I really liked the fact that Bride is described as being a size 18 bombshell. Yeah, you read correct: a size 18!  And, that her hero, Vane, loved that about her.  Their story is scrumptious; it includes a mating bond, just desserts on an ex-boyfriend, and even some time travel!  It's an easy, nice read and a great addition to the Dark Hunter series.  This is one book I read over and over again because I genuinely enjoy the story and characters.



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Rhianna (Check me out at Good Reads to see what is on my bookshelf!)