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Review: Blood and Holly

2009-01-22T19:58:00.006-05:00

Blood and Holly
Stephani Hecht
Extasy Books
December 2008
ISBN: not assigned
E-book: Short Story
Price: $1.59
Genre: Paranormal/Vampire, Christmas
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Book 2 of the Drone Vampire Chronicles tells the story of Dante, the middle brother.

Dante is haunted by nightmares of his life in prison. Not wanting anyone to know because then he won't be able to do his job, he decides to take it upon himself to deal with the problems. He enters the kitchen of the compound and runs in to Markus. After a few moments of talking, Markus offers his help to his friend. Is that all it is, or is there more?

Markus would do anything to help his friend. So, when the doctor of the compound Dahlia enters stops them, Markus suggests a new Blood Club for Vampires. Leaving Dante to think about it, Markus leaves. Left alone with the Doctor, Dante challenges Dahlia to meet them at the club. Will she take up the challenge and give herself a Christmas gift she will never forget?

Stephani Hecht does a good job bringing to light some of Dante's life and desires. The second of the Drone Vampire Chronicles gives the readers a little more insight to the Brothers and their friend Markus. This short story will do wonders drawing in the readers that enjoyed the first book Blood Lust, as it tells a little of Dante's story. I look forward to the other parts of the series, as this just touches a bit on his life and the Christmas holiday.

Reviewed by Staci Link
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
January 2009

January 2009 PNR Monthly Release Update

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Happy New Year everyone! Sorry for the late posting, but I've been on vacation and just got back in town this weekend.

Authors: if you would like your upcoming books listed on the PNR Monthly New Release Update, please email your book information to pnr4staff@yahoo.com.

Reviewers' Top Picks: December 2008

2008-12-29T20:19:00.003-05:00

Stephanie’s
December 08 Top Read

THE MAGICAL CHRISTMAS CAT
by Linda Winstead Jones, Nalini Singh, Erin McCarthy, Lora Leigh

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October 7, 2008
ISBN #0425223558
EAN #9780425223550
384 pages
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Synopsis: Put a little meow in their stockings this year with these all-new tales of Christmas and felines—from beloved bestselling authors!

New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh and top-selling authors Nalini Singh, Erin McCarthy, and Linda Winstead Jones have a special gift for readers this year: never-before published holiday stories featuring passionate romance, paranormal adventure, and a distinctly alluring feline touch. With four new stories—including one featuring Lora Leigh’s genetically altered Feline Breeds—this is a collection packed with more surprises than Christmas morning, and more chills than the snowiest winter night…

Stephanie says: “Do yourself a favor, give yourself a gift and enjoy this Christmas with some of your favorite authors who gave us a wonderful treat this season. The gift of love, magic and the spirit of Christmas.”

Read the reviews: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/book.php?id=13712

Stephanie also recommends:
December 1, 2008: DEDRICK’S TAMING by Jaden Sinclair
November 30, 2008: S.E.T.H. by Jaden Sinclair

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Amber’s
December 08 Top Read

THE DEVIL’S DUE
(Morgan Kingsley: Book 3)
by Jenna Black

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November 25, 2008
ISBN #0440244927
EAN #9780440244929
336 pages
Paperback

Synopsis:

Possession was never this much fun.

Trust or die, That's the choice Morgan Kingsley, exorcist, is given by the gorgeous rogue demon who's gotten inside her. The truth is, Morgan has dozens of reasons not to trust anyone, from the violence that torched her house and killed her father to a love-life that's left her questioning her relationship with her erstwhile boyfriend, Brian. But Lugh, a King among demons, won't take no for an answer. He's prying into her body, mind, and even her sex life. And he's just pulled Morgan into a power struggle that could have devastating consequences for both the human and demon worlds.

But Morgan still has a job to do: Investigate the highly bizarre possession of the son of a wealthy Philadelphia couple. That hunt leads Morgan into a realm of sexual depravity, then a terrifying kidnapping. Now, a woman who makes her living prying demons from their hosts finds her day job colliding with the night: a darkness that is attracting demons of the damnedest sort, including the one who's about to demand his ultimate due.

Amber says: “Morgan has attitude and makes a great main character. The growing number of support characters keeps the reader on their toes. Good or bad is the question you have to keep asking yourself as the sides change and the story keeps unfolding. Hard, sexy and devilish, this is a must read series. Being an exorcist is obviously hard work but reading about it is fun and addictive.”

Read Amber's review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=30083

Amber also recommends:
November 25, 2008: SUCCUBUS TAKES MANHATTAN by Nina Harper
November 24, 2008: ON THE PROWL by Karen MacInerney
November 29, 2008: BLOOD BARGAIN by Maria Lima

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Nancy’s
December 08 Top Read

GORDATH WOOD
by Patrice Sarath

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June 24, 2008
ISBN #0441016413
EAN #9780441016419
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Paperback

Synopsis:

Worlds collide in Gordath Wood.

Something strange is happening in Gordath Wood, the old woods surrounding a training stable called Hunter’s Chase. The police think Lynn Romano and Kate Mossland have been murdered, but what actually occurred is much stranger. They’ve gone through a hole between worlds, into a medieval society at war. In a world that doesn’t ordinarily have use for women, the danger is great—good thing Lynn and Kate aren’t your ordinary women.

Nancy says: “This book is full of plots, magics, love and mysteries. It is a good read and for a first novel, is excellent. Congratulations to the author and I hope to read more from her soon.”

Read Nancy‘s review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=30035

Nancy also recommends:
February 26, 2008: GOD’S SPY By Juan Gomez-Jurado (mystery/suspense/thriller)

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Karen’s
December 08 Top Read

THE BRIDE OF TIME
by Dawn Thompson

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July 29, 2008
ISBN #0505527286
EAN #9780505527288
368 pages
Paperback

Synopsis:

SOME LOVES...

There was little of joy and beauty for Tessa LaPrelle, a scullery maid in 1903 London, but a painting called The Bride of Time. The nude raised eyebrows and speculation that Tessa had posed. Impossible! Even if some man could make her so wanton, even if the subject had Tessa's thick chestnut hair, the work had been commissioned a hundred years previous, at the start of the Regency!

...KNOW THE BRUSH OF ETERNITY

Regardless, it wasn't the subject or its uncanny resemblance to her that drew Tessa to The Bride. Nor was it fascination with the artist: one Giles Longworth, whose portrait showed eyes black as sin, wind-combed mahogany hair and broad, muscular shoulders. If any could make her wanton it was he; but he was also accused of sorcery, of dark evil things. Some even said Longworth had been a werewolf, the throats of his alleged victims torn from their bodies. No, what drew Tessa was a small window in the painting's corner, a seeming portal to that wild Cornish wilderness, to misty moors in a time gone by. Sometimes she dreamt she had been running all her life--from what and to whom, she was about to discover.

Karen says: “I truly cannot say enough about this book with its Gothic romance and the mystery of time travel and the threat of the werewolf. It is a definite keeper on my shelf. Ms. Thompson truly had the knack for creating a tale that grips the imagination.”

Read the reviews: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/book.php?id=13479

Karen also recommends:
June 15, 2008: THE ETERNAL KISS by Diana Castilleja

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Ruth’s
December 08 Top Read

ANCIENT INHERITANCE
by Rita Vetere

Lyrical Press, Inc.
November 17, 2008
ISBN #0981890563
EAN #9780981890562
e-Book

Synopsis: Evil is real, and it’s coming…unless one woman can learn a secret buried in her family’s past.

On a quest to rule the world, the demon Sammael will stop at nothing to unlock his powers...even enter the physical plane.

Catherine Caldwell has unwittingly come into possession of the item Sammael has sought for over two millennia. Her education into the conflict of dark and light is a trial by fire. Guided by prophetic dreams and aided by family, a Creole psychic and a homicide detective, she struggles to learn her role in an age-old war, and elude the demon hunting her.

The secret Catherine uncovers will trigger a battle that could alter the course of mankind forever.

Ruth says: “I picked this one, because it was a great read. Plenty of mystery,
suspense and action! It has earned its way into my heart as one of my
all time favorites!”

Read the Reviews: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/book.php?id=15500

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Clover’s
December 08 Top Read

SEVENTH CIRCLE
(Vampires Realm)
by F E Heaton

Alinar Publishing
November 16, 2008
ISBN #190602362X
EAN #9781906023621
e-Book

Synopsis: Dark, sensual and fast-paced, Seventh Circle is a story of forbidden love so strong that it will save the world.

Born with strange powers similar to a vampire's, Lilith has spent her life hunting demons for Section Seven. Now, on the very same night that she watches a vampire kill her best friend, she's faced with her worse nightmare.

A client who is not only attractive, but a vampire.

Lincoln, a powerful pure blood vampire, has a problem. The prophecy he's caught up in is coming to pass and his only chance of survival is relying on those he hates most–vampire hunters. It has been foretold that one will save him, a female hunter, and when he meets her, the attraction he feels is both instantaneous and forbidden.

Their mutual attraction becomes difficult to deny as they work to unravel the mystery of a contract between Lincoln's lord and the Devil. The barriers around their hearts fall, but is there only pain ahead of them? With Lincoln's life on the line, can Lilith find the strength to protect him and embrace a side of herself that she wished didn't exist? Can Lincoln overcome his fear in order to save Lilith even if it means parting from her forever? What price will they pay to be together?

Clover says: “The action is fast-paced, the romance tender, and the characters' personalities sharp. You'll be glad you read this one.”

Read Clover’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29964

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Staff Top Picks: December 2008

2008-12-26T21:17:00.004-05:00

Leslie's
December 08 Top Pick

PRINCESS OF THE SWORD
(Nine Kingdoms: Book 3)
by Lynn Kurland

Berkley Pub Group
January 6, 2009
ISBN #0425225682
EAN #9780425225684
368 pages
Trade Size

Synopsis:

When darkenss falls

As the mercenary daughter of Gair, the black mage of Ceangail, Morgan is the only one who can stop the terrible sorcery her father unleashed. To do so, she must race against time and find the spell that will allow her to close the well of evil he opened. But that quest will lead her to places she never dreamed existed and into a darkness she would give anything to avoid..

The magic rises

The fate of the Kingdom of Neroche is intertwined with the closing of Gair's well. Miach the archmage of Neroche , is determined to hep Morgain find what she needs, not only because of the safety of the Nine Kingdoms hands in the balance but also because he will do anythin gto protect her. Together they must search out the mysteries of Ceangail, and the dangers of Morgan's own bloodlines.
Now to rescue the kingdom for total ruin, Morgan and Miach have only each other to trust heart and soul....

Leslie says: What will become of this pair of unlikely lovers? Join them on the conclusion of their journey which began with STAR OF THE MORNING and continued with THE MAGE’S DAUGHTER. Follow them as they soar the skies, steal into dangerous places to uncover spells, and fight for their lives, their kingdoms and their love. Fate has a plethora of surprises in store for the tragically orphaned duo – Morgan, a woman whose only desire was to wield a sword who instead finds herself a princess with a heritage of frightening magic and Miach, a prince whose heritage is magic but whose fondest wish was to be a simple farmer. Victory will force new responsibilities on the pair that they’d neither expected nor welcomed. Is their love strong enough to face the challenge?

I do hope Ms. Kurland will continue to offer us fantasy fare along with her incredibly popular romance novels. She has a knack for this genre that will have the reader longing to know the fate of numerous secondary characters as well as the rest of the Nine Kingdoms long after PRINCESS OF THE SWORD has been put to bed. Cathar is intriguing, Rigaud needs a good thumping and I imagine a child born to Morgan and Miach would be a right handful, no? Ah well, until then I highly recommend this incredibly magical and action packed fantasy series!

Read Leslie’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=30112

Leslie also recommends:
November 4, 2008: THE DRAGON MASTER by Allyson James
November 27, 2007: STAR CRASH by Elysa Hendricks

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Deborah’s
December 08 Top Read

ETERNAL SEDUCTION
by Jennifer Turner

CreateSpace
October 8, 2008
ISBN #1440422060
EAN #9781440422065
224 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: After living on the streets of New York City for over a decade, Logan Ellis admits her perceptions might be a little skewed. But twisted or not, there's a satisfying irony in watching a well dressed vampire stand in the middle of a ghetto alley, windblown trash scraping small circles near his feet. What she finds even more intriguing, is waiting for him to decide whether or not he's going to kill her.

Kerestyan Nelek hasn't quite made up his mind. As the Lord of New York, he can't allow a homeless drug addict, whose memories are packed with knowledge of vampiric existence, to run free in his city. It's not the first time he's been in this situation with a human, it's just the first time in thousands of years he's come face to face with one who doesn't seem to care. And that's what makes the decision so damn difficult.

What horrors would you have to witness before you went numb? How many years would it take for you to feel that way? What would it take to make you care again?

Logan's answers are simple: the worst humanity has to offer, almost thirtyand something she never expected.

Deborah says: “Eternal Seduction is a dark novel with strong characters. A true storyteller, Turner keeps a fast pace, seasoned well with wit, and offers you an electrifying pair in Nelek and Logan. A wonderful debut novel I highly recommend.”

Read Deborah’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29854

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Mippy Recommends:
August 26, 2008: TEMPT ME WITH DARKNESS by Shayla Black
January 6, 2009: STAY THE NIGHT by Lynn Viehl
September 30, 2008: NIGHT FALL by Cherry Adair

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Review: Vampire Kristmas

2008-12-25T21:13:00.002-05:00

Vampire Kristmas
Donna Michaels
The Wild Rose Press
Dec 3, 2008
ISBN# not assigned
Paranormal Black rosette
Theme: Christmas
eBook ~ 32 pages
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We meet Jeremy Kristmas who gets rudely awoken by his brother after being in stasis for two centuries. Groggy and not really understanding why he was awakened, he comes to terms that he is to 'clean up' his brother’s mess, again! He also does not want to fall in love with another human because he had lost Cordelia.

Then he sees her...a spitting image of Cordelia, but her name is Lynette. And his brother has made a mess of everything. Now it is he that has to try to convince her that he is a good man, er, vampire.

After she lashes out at him, he tells her that he is Jeremy and that the one that hurt her was his twin brother, Jared. But there is someone else that could possibly be his long lost love. But in the end, will someone indeed have a Merry Vampire Kristmas?

Ms. Michaels created a touching story with the back story being short and sweet, just enough to let you know about Jeremy's past with Cordelia. She created a world where the vampires live on an island and seem to have accumulated wealth. But they are down to earth and real. I felt for both Jeremy and Lynette. I know everyone hopes that loves soul will find them one day.

Ruth Schaller
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
December 25, 2008

Review: Thief of Hearts

2008-12-21T13:00:00.008-05:00

Thief of Hearts

Kimberly Zant

New Concepts Publishing
Copyright 2003

ISBN: not assigned

E-book: Short Story

Price: $2.50

Genre: Erotica

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"A dark exploration of sensual desires"

First installment of three short stories

From the first person perspective, experience a night of erotic seduction as told in this "Dear Diary" entry.

Imagine waking up to find yourself in the dark…aroused, frightened…and not alone. Imagine endless hours of teasing torment and mindless pleasure. Imagine having no choice in the matter. Every emotion is intensified as the mind and body struggle for control that is methodically stripped away. At the end of your ordeal, you are relieved only to discover that a dark erotic desire has been awakened inside of you – and now your sensual fulfillment is forever at the mercy of the Thief of Hearts.

Kimberly Zant’s THIEF OF HEARTS is an erotic short story that explores the dark desires and psychological conflicts of the capture fantasy. The narrator’s confusion and helplessness is evident as she succumbs to the seduction of her intruder. The "thief" never reveals himself, yet leaves little doubt that he will likely return. Is he real…or is he a dream? I’m still not sure, but I plan to find out. In the meantime, if you’re looking for an erotic short story with an air of quiet mystery, you may want to check out THIEF OF HEARTS.

Reviewer’s note: This book contains elements that some readers may find objectionable: Explicit sexual content, bondage, spanking, and forced seduction.

Reviewed by Sonya Harrison

ParaNormal Romance Reviews

December 2008

Review: Thief of Hearts: Stolen

2008-12-21T12:42:00.007-05:00

Thief of Hearts 3: Stolen

Kimberly Zant

New Concepts Publishing
December 2003

ISBN: not assigned

E-book: Short Story

Price: $2.50

Genre: Paranormal Erotica

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"Refreshingly Original and Shamelessly Sexy"

Final installment of three short stories

The THIEF OF HEARTS has one more trick up his sleeve in the final "Dear Diary" entry of this erotic short story series. Kate struggles to comprehend his meaning when her "thief" announces that she isn’t real and their game is over. Desperate to find her dream lover, she decides to take matters into her own hands by easing her way into the local BDSM scene. If her mysterious intruder is real, then perhaps she will find him and convince him that she is real too.

By invitation, Kate visits a bondage club with a scene "regular." Nervous and excited, she scans the club looking for her thief, but by the end of the night she gives up hope of finding her dream lover. She has failed to find her "thief", though he has indeed found her and before the night is over she will find herself once again tied, teased, and completely at his mercy.

THIEF OF HEARTS: STOLEN concludes the darkly erotic series with a unique psychic twist. The "thief" uses astral projection to visit and pleasure his dream woman. His out of body ability results in explosive sexual fulfillment for both him and Kate. At the end of the game they are both left to wonder…what is real and what is illusion? At times this reader wondered as well, and although the ending felt a little rushed and awkward, I found this series to be refreshingly original and shamelessly sexy.

Reviewer’s note: This book contains elements that some readers may find objectionable: Explicit sexual content, capture, bondage, dubious consent, anal play, and forced seduction.

Reviewed by Sonya Harrison

ParaNormal Romance Reviews

December 2008

Review: S.E.T.H.

2008-12-21T11:09:00.006-05:00

S.E.T.H.
Jaden Sinclair
Midnight Showcase Fiction

November 30, 2008
ISBN: not assigned
E-book:
Price: $5.99
Genre: Science Fiction/Fantasy
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S.E.T.H was designed for the military in the hopes that the computer program would become a super military power, he would be the ultimate in military high tech design. Only Seth was learning, he was designed to learn what is true, but he wasn't designed to learn emotions. Seth learned that all on his own. As Seth begins to develop emotions he finds that his strange attraction for Alyna Satara go much further than mere curiosity at this human woman, he finds he has fallen in love with Alyna. Soon, Seth will be free of the machine, free to take a body developed for him. He will then take the woman he knows is destined for him as well. The only problem? Getting her to understand the depth of the love that he feels for her is real. That, and keeping her alive once the military discovers that Seth does have one weakness. Alyna. The military is not about to let their property walk out the door to go live a normal life as a man with the woman he loves. No. They want their property back. At all costs. Even if it means using Seth's twin program against him.

Alyna Satara doesn't have much in life, but she has a life. She also has a friend, albeit a computer chat buddy, it's a friend none the less. Too bad she has no clue who he is in the real world. If she did, Alyna doubts he'd be interested in her, not in the way she is in him anyway. Determined to stay out of her grandmother's home for good, Alyna is working herself to the bone. Until one day she discovers that Seth, her chat buddy, has decided it is time for them to meet in real life. She never expects that Seth is not human, not until she sees the great lengths he will go to in order to escape the military, escape with her. Seth will do whatever is needed to keep Alyna safe, but most important, he will do whatever he needs to in order to keep Alyna. Period. Can a machine love? Once it does, is it possible to have a life? The couple may never find out if the military has anything to say about it, they will use anything they can get their hands on to control Seth, including Alyna.

I really enjoy military action books with a hint of the extraordinary added to the mix. S.E.T.H. won't disappoint you if you do too. It's a departure for Ms. Sinclair, but one that she is able to make. This will be a great new genre and series her. I will look forward to the next book in this series! Not only is S.E.T.H. action packed, it's got a hot love affair that will keep your heart pumping right along with the action.

Reviewed by Stephanie McGrath
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
December 2008

Review: Mary's Christmas Wish

2008-12-21T10:51:00.004-05:00

Mary's Christmas Wish

Sheryl Coumans

Wild Rose Press
December 2, 2008

ISBN: not assigned

E-book: 12 pages

Price: $1.50

Genre: Paranormal (Fantasy/Futuristic)
Rating: Sweet

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Everyone deserves to live long and happy lives. Although for Mary, who is dying, her life wasn't as happy as it could have been. After having a visit from a family member, a stranger dressed as Santa comes to her room and asks if she could go back in time what part of her life would she try to change?

After some thinking that maybe this fella was strange, she decided that before she died she would get her big secret off her shoulders to him. Then maybe she would die peacefully.

So she tells him. Then things start to get a little weird as she learns to forgive herself. And before she knows it her wish has come true.

Ms. Coumans' wrote this story with a lot of feeling. It isn't very overwhelming, it's quite sweet. I think we've all had moments where we wish we could back and try to change something in our pasts. Although we know that it won't happen, maybe whatever was done, would help us learn to forgive ourselves and move forward. At least that's what this book has taught me.

Reviewed by Ruth Schaller

ParaNormal Romance Reviews

December 2008

Review: Blood Martyr : Book 5 – Blood Poison

2008-12-21T09:59:00.006-05:00

Blood Martyr: Book 5 - Blood Prison
Fionn Jameson
Freya's Bower

November 25, 2008
ISBN: not assigned
E-book: Chapter Book
Price: $1.75
Genre: Vampire/Paranormal/Contemporary

Rating: Sweet
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Tanith is just where the story left her last time. In her club surrounded by werewolves who are about to shift and attack each other. Kieran's pack is going up against Phoenix's pack and the odds don't look good for Kieran from where she is standing. With only an aluminum bat as a weapon she jumps in and fights alongside Kieran.

Jamison is still nowhere to be seen but Mitch has found out something about his disappearance. Of course Jamison is in trouble but what kind this time? A quick phone call that doesn't give her any information leaves Tanith waiting for Mitch to turn up in person to give her the news. What will he tell her when he arrives? Is Jamison dead?

There were only 2 chapters in this new installment and slowly I am beginning to tire of this short book concept. The idea of a few chapters of one story being released now and again was new and interesting at the start but the cliffhanger ending this time annoyed me because yet again I have to wait for the next part to find out what happens next.

On the other hand my annoyance shows how good this story is turning out to be. It has a great main character and an exciting amount of paranormal content. I am hooked. However, not enough of the story is shared in each installment. It makes keeping track of what has happened almost impossible. As soon as you get back into the world that the author has created and remember what happened last time the newest addition is already over.

All in all another great section of the story but please give the reader more. The suspense is keeping me reading but at some point I know I will bore of the shortness of the book sections.

Reviewed by Amber Chalmers
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
December 2008

Review: The Sword and the Slave

2008-12-12T12:15:00.002-05:00

The Sword and the Slave: Damsels of Distress Book 2
Michelle L. Levigne
New Concepts Publishing
October 2007
ISBN: not assigned
E-book: Long Novella
Price: $3.99
Genre: Fantasy/Romance
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Adon, Chief Physician and son of Prime Minister Naqueron and Adieri, a strong magical healer, are taken by General Istrak, leader of the Parsadi Empire's army, as a peace hostage. A peace hostage is essentially a slave who is fitted with a collar which controls his behavior. Adon is surprised to learn that General Istrak is a beautiful woman and the princess of the empire. General Istrak is L'istra's ceremonial title, and she has fought hard to obtain her status
and feel in control. L'istra and Adon are drawn to each other, but how can a princess and a slave have an equal relationship?

THE SWORD AND THE SLAVE is a wonderful fantasy romance with a very different sort of hero, and a strong but wounded heroine. Adon is a beta hero, but don't think that makes him weak, because he has great inner strength. It is in Adon's nature to seek to heal, and L'istra's
wounded spirit calls to him. L'istra had a traumatic and shattering experience as a young child and has covered her fears well, but the nightmares continue. Slowly, Adon gains L'istra's trust and helps her to heal. Adon is a great hero-- a pleasant change from the usual alpha.

I highly recommend THE SWORD AND THE SLAVE.

Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
December 2008

Review: Inherently Sexual: The Runaway

2008-12-12T11:40:00.004-05:00

Inherently Sexual: The Runaway
Jaime Samms
Freya’s Bower

Available Now
ISBN#: Not Available

Rating: Sweet
Ebook: 23 pages

Price: $1.49

Genre: M/M Romance

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After ten years and his father’s death, Miles is finally coming back home. His home and past still haunt him, but he knows that he must face them. In facing his past, he may be able to find his future.

Jaime Samms did an excellent job with such a short story. Each page is filled with deep emotions and vivid descriptions. Miles has been filled with pain for years because of his drunken father, and his uncle who beat him. He still carries the scars from his past, inside and out. All the pain and anger he has carried with him has affected who he is and how he has lived his life. Ms. Samms gave me an in-depth look at Miles and all of his emotional pain. Dillon’s character is not quite as developed, but I could still feel his deep pain and abiding love for Miles.

This story brings to life a very real pain, not over the top, but just as it would be in reality for anyone in this same situation. The reader gets just enough of the past and present, colored with the emotions of each character in each situation, to imagine the rest of the story, including all those years of the past. I highly recommend this very real, very touching story.

Reviewed by Melissa Conatser

ParaNormal Romance Reviews

December 2008

Review: I'm A Vampire at War on Halloween

2008-12-12T10:15:00.003-05:00

I'M A VAMPIRE AT WAR ON HALLOWEEN

Jackie Rose

Xtasy Books

2006

ISBN#: not assigned
Rating: 2 Flames

Ebook: 56 pages

Price: $2.09

Genre: Vampire/Paranormal Romance

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Mariutza Tepes, the mother of Vlad Tepes, who is better known asDracula, is incensed at the way the Americans have commercialized Halloween and taken the scary right out of it. Chief among the instigators of this attack on Halloween is Mariutza's daughter-in-law,Tiffany. Tiffany is married to Mariutza's youngest son, Victor, who is the new ambassador for Romania.

To get her point across, Mariutza enlists the aid of her other son Dracula. Unfortunately, his efforts aren't very successful and the vampires break off into two factions: those who want a scary Halloween and those who want it to continue as is. During his first attempt to scare people, Dracula meets a history teacher, Ellen Reinecke, who he has an attraction to.

Ms. Rose adds a short story to her humorous vampire series. While I was happy to see characters from the previous stories, I wish that Ms.Rose had spent more time with Vlad and Ellen. I don't feel that I got a true handle on their characters. However, it was a refreshing change to have a hero and heroine, both being less than physically perfect. If you are looking for an amusing short story to read on a lazy afternoon,give I'M A VAMPIRE AT WAR ON HALLOWEEN a try.

Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield

ParaNormal Romance Reviews

December 2008

Review: Hot! Hot! Hot!

2008-12-12T09:56:00.003-05:00

Hot, Hot, Hot!
Stephanie Bedwell-Grime
New Concepts Publishing
March 2007
ISBN# : not assigned
Rating: Sensual

E-book : Short Story

Price: $2.50
Genre: Paranormal Romance
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Crystal Addison has always known she was different, but never knew why since her mother died in childbirth and she was adopted. She "sees" things that normal people do not see, and has taught herself about the supernatural. But, there is still a lot she does not know about. She helps out with the police whenever they have a weird case.

When called to a murder scene, Crystal surveys the room and comes to the conclusion that the murder used pyokinesis, much to the dismay of the cops involved. As she was leaving the scene she noticed a shimmer in the air and felt a crackle in the air. She followed the Shimmer and came face to face with an elemental, Razael. He tells her that he was investigating the scene also and that it is his job, he is kind of a supernatural cop.

Can Crystal trust this stranger who could be the murderer? Will she succumb to the passion she feels when she is around him?

This is a spectacular short story! Stephanie Bedwell-Grime has written a prime example of how to write a short story. The characters are developed, the plot is smooth and does not feel rushed and the conclusion leaves an opening for further books (which I hope that there are more stories to come).

Reviewed by Catherine Smith
ParaNormal Romance Reviews

December 2008

Review: Blind Love

2008-12-06T20:00:00.004-05:00

Blind Love
Tamelia Tumlin
Wild Rose Press
August 13, 2008
ISBN#: not assigned
Rating: Sweet
E-book: 23 Pages
Price: $1.50
Genre: Paranormal Romance/Shapeshifter
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Blind Love is an incredible story. Dr. Jared Fields finds himself searching for love with no hope. He had a spell cast upon him – he is a human monster by day and at night he is a shape shifter. He rescues a woman from the plane crash. He would like her to stay and be with him, but he knows that if she could see him, she would run screaming. Or so she thinks.

Anna becomes blind after the crash and while Jared takes care of her, she realizes that she loves him no matter what he looks like. He is kind and caring and tells her his sad story.

Tamelia Tumlin spun a great tale of love. The beauty loves the beast --- and brings truth to the old saying ‘Love is Blind’.

Reviewed by: Ruth Schaller
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
December 2008

Review: Elfing Around

2008-12-05T23:25:00.002-05:00

Elfing Around
J Morgan
Lyrical Press
December 1, 2008
ISBN# not assigned
E-book ~54 pages
Price: $2.50
Genre: Paranormal Romance/Holiday Fantasy
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“Who wants to be on the nice list when you can be so naughty?”

Santa’s elf Essie, is not your typical elf. First off, she is a drop dead gorgeous blonde who most men would drool over. Secondly, she doesn’t build toys; Essie is an apprentice in training, she makes sure the naughty people are still being naughty and the nice people on the list stay nice. Essie has an assignment from Santa; she must keep an eye on the people of Shelton. To keep herself protected Essie has a neat little gadget she can use called the Eub2000 that makes her invisible so she can observe the people. While out on her mission, Essie’s Eub loses its charge and her cloaking device fails. Essie is soon picked up by a cop who thinks she is a whore; he takes her to the local jail where she meets Sheriff Dalton. The Sheriff releases Essie from jail, after all she didn’t do anything wrong, she was falsely accused by the cop. Sheriff Dalton invites Essie to come stay at his place, since she has no family or friends around. Essie is so attracted to Dalton she could not turn down his invitation. However, while Essie is at Dalton’s house she must be on her best behavior, other elves will soon be looking for her. But Essie wants nothing more than to be naughty this Christmas.

Elfing Around is without a doubt one of the best Christmas romances I have read so far. I absolutely love the characters and their snarky sense of humor. I was in tears laughing at some of the stuff that was said. I would recommend this story to anyone looking for a little naughty this Christmas.

Reviewed by Beth Senters
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
December 2008

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December 2008 PNR New Release Update

2008-12-01T13:45:00.002-05:00

The Pagan Stone
(The Sign of Seven Trilogy: Book 3)
by Nora Roberts
Berkley (Jove)
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9780515144666
336 pages
Paperback

Deadly Gift
(The Flynn Brothers Trilogy: Book 3)
by Heather Graham
MIRA Books
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9780778325277
448 pages
Paperback

Revelation
(Scions: Book 3)
by Patrice Michelle
Silhouette (Nocturne)
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9780373618002
288 pages
Paperback

Holiday With A Vampire II
by Lori Devoti, Merline Lovelace
Silhouette (Nocturne)
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9780373618019
288 pages
Paperback

Secrets, Volume 25: Wicked Delights
by Sedonia Guillone, Cynthia Eden, Anne Rainey, Natasha Moore
Red Sage Publishing
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9781603100052
316 pages
Trade Size

Black Copper
(Machine Lust: Book 1)
by Michelle Marquis
Whiskey Creek Press (Torrid)
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9781603132244
e-Book

Talyss
(The Rea Cheveyo Chronicles: Book 2)
by Rayne Forrest
Whiskey Creek Press (Torrid)
Available: December 1, 2008
EAN #9781603132275
e-Book

Zen and the Art of Vampires
(Dark Ones: Book 6)
by Katie MacAlister
Signet
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780451225603
352 pages
Paperback

Unusual Suspects
by Charlaine Harris, Sharon Shinn, Simon R. Green, Dana Stabenow, Laurie King
Ace Books
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780441016372
320 pages
Trade Size

Dark Nights, Dark Dreams
(Sisterhood of the Sight: Book 1)
by Savannah Russe
Signet
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780451225665
320 pages
Paperback

Cursed
(Book 2)
by Jamie Leigh Hansen
Tor Books
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780765357212
384 pages
Paperback

Undercover
by Lauren Dane
Berkley Pub Group (Heat)
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780425224649
320 pages
Trade Size

About A Dragon
(Dragon Kin series: Book 2)
by G. A. Aiken
Kensington Publishing (Zebra)
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9781420103748352 pages
Paperback (reprint)

Princeps' Fury
(Codex Alera: Book 5)
by Jim Butcher
Ace Books
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780441016389
Hardcover

The Flame
(Sons of Destiny: Book 7)
by Jean Johnson
Berkley Pub Group
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780425224052
384 pages
Trade Size

Devil May Ride
(Ghost Dusters Mysteries: Book 2)
by Wendy Roberts
Signet
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780451225658
288 pages
Paperback

22 Nights
(Emperor's Bride: Book 2)
by Linda Winstead Jones
Berkley Pub Group
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9780425224915
336 pages
Paperback

Black Aura
by Jaycee Clark
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 2, 2008
EAN #9781599985046
e-Book

The Tales of Beedle the Bard
by J. K. Rowling
Children's High Level Group
Available: December 4, 2008
EAN #9780545128285
128 pages
Hardcover

The Promise of Kierna'Rhoan
by Isabo Kelly
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 5, 2008
EAN #9781605042435
e-Book (reprint)

I Married a Demon
by Beverly Rae
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 9, 2008
EAN #9781605042459
e-Book

Christmas Delivery
(Jenkins Cove: Book 3)
by Patricia Rosemoor
Harlequin (Intrigue)
Available: December 9, 2008
EAN #9780373693689
224 pages
Paperback

Fathom
by Cherie Priest
Tor Books
Available: December 9, 2008
EAN #9780765318404
384 pages
Hardcover

Wolf Rain
by Flesa Black
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 9, 2008
EAN #9781605043470
e-Book

Blood Sins
(Bishop/Special Crimes Unit: Book 11)
by Kay Hooper
Bantam
December 16, 2008
EAN #9780553804850
304 pages
Hardcover

Sleight of Hand
by Katrina Strauss
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 16, 2008
EAN #9781605042725
e-Book

Dragon Strike
(Age of Fire: Book 4)
by E. E. Knight
Roc
Available: December 20, 2008
EAN #9780451462350
368 pages
Hardcover

Parties & Potions
(Magic In Manhattan: Book 4)
by Sarah Mlynowski
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Available: December 23, 2008
EAN #9780385736459
352 pages
Hardcover

Revelations
(Blue Bloods: Book 3)
by Melissa de la Cruz
Hyperion
Available: December 23, 2008
EAN #9781423102281
256 pages
Hardcover
Young Adult

The Secret Circle (Omnibus)
(The Secret Circle: Book 3 - 4)
by L. J. Smith
HarperTeen
Available: December 23, 2008
EAN #9780061671357
400 pages
Paperback
(Young Adult)

Midnight Rose
(The Watchers: Book 2)
by D. McEntire
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 23, 2008
EAN #9781605042473
e-Book

In the Blood
(The Fallen: Book 2)
by Adrian Phoenix
Pocket Books
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9781416541455
352 pages
Trade Size

At Grave's End
(Night Huntress: Book 3)
by Jeaniene Frost
Avon
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780061583070
384 pages
Paperback

Veil of Midnight
(Midnight Breed: Book 5)
by Lara Adrian
Bantam (Dell)
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780440244493
384 pages
Paperback

Primal Needs
(Primes Universe: Book 7)
by Susan Sizemore
Pocket Books
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9781416562122
384 pages
Paperback

Evil Ways
(Quincey Morris Supernatural Investigation: Book 2)
by Justin Gustainis
BL Publishing (Solaris Books)
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9781844165933
336 pages
Trade Size

Running Hot
(Arcane Society: Book 5)
by Jayne Ann Krentz
Putnam
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #978039915521
535 pages
Hardcover

Love Without Blood
by Raz Steel
Dorchester
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780505528001
304 pages
Paperback

Daring The Moon
by Sherrill Quinn
Kensington Publishing (Brava)
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780758231871
320 pages
Trade Size

The Witch's Grave
(Ophelia & Abby Mysteries: Book 6)
by Shirley Damsgaard
Avon
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780061493430
272 pages
Paperback

My Favorite Phantom
by Karen Kelley
Kensington Publishing (Brava)
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780758225726
320 pages
Paperback

Lord of the Forest
(Elementals: Book 3)
by Dawn Thompson
Kensington Publishing (Aphrodisia)
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780758227096
320 pages
Trade Size

Stolen Fury
(Stolen: Book 1)
by Elisabeth Naughton
Dorchester
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780505527936
336 pages
Paperback

The Vampire Agent
(The Annals of Alchemy and Blood: Book 2)
by Marc Paoletti, Patricia Rosemoor
Del Rey
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780345501059
320 pages
Paperback

Wolf Tales VII
(Wolf Tales)
by Kate Douglas
Kensington Publishing (Aphrodisia)
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9780758226938
256 pages
Trade Size

A Ghost of a Chance
(Legends: Book 2)
by Carolan Ivey
Samhain Publishing
Available: December 30, 2008
EAN #9781605042619
e-Book

Omitted Past Titles

Key to Redemption
(Gillian Key, ParaDoc: Book 3)
by Talia Gryphon
Ace Books
EAN #9780441016440
304 pages
Paperback

Demon Bound
(The Guardians: Book 7)
by Meljean Brook
Berkley Pub Group
EAN #9780425224533
336 pages
Paperback

The Chosen Sin
(The Chosen: Book 1)
by Anya Bast
Berkley Pub Group
EAN #9780425223567
320 pages
Paperback

Carnal Desires
by Crystal Jordan
Kensington Publishing (Aphrodisia)
EAN #9780758228994
304 pages
Trade Size

In Blood We Trust
(Sequel to In The Beginning)
by F. D. Davis
Parker Publishing, LLC
EAN #9781600430411
250 pages
Paperback

Naughty Or Nice
by Sherri Erwin
Kensington Publishing (Zebra)
EAN #9781420101065
352 pages
Paperback

Angel Unaware
by Elizabeth Sinclair
Medallion Press
EAN #9781933836317
350 pages
Paperback

Lost In You
by Alix Rickloff
Kensington Publishing (Zebra)
Paperback

Intimate Beings
by Jessica Inclán
Kensington Publishing (Zebra)
EAN #9781420101140
Paperback

Tall, Dark, and Kilted
by Allie Mackay
Signet
352 pages
Paperback

Death Perception
(Psychic Eye Mysteries: Book 6)
by Victoria Laurie
Signet
EAN #9780451224866
336 pages
Paperback

Lilith Unbound
by Mike Resnick, Elaine Cunningham (Editor), Lawrence Schimel, Jackie Kessler
Popcorn Press
EAN #9781427627551
272 pages
Trade Size

How to Ditch Your Fairy
by Justine Larbalestier
Bloomsbury USA Children's Books
EAN #9781599903019
320 pages
Trade Size
Young Adult

Elemental Love
by Renee Field
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919114
e-Book

Moonfire
(Pure Wildfire: Book 3)
by Lynne Connolly
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919015
e-Book

Playing with Matches
(Fangly My Dear: Book 3)
by Mardi Ballou
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605042343
e-Book

Not in Kansas
by R. G. Alexander
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605043463
e-Book

Something Wiccan This Way Comes
(Rhiannon Godfrey: Book 2)
by Traci Hall
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605042411
e-Book

My Fair Monster
(Monsters in Hollywood: Book 2)
by Lila Dubois
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605042657
e-Book

The Wolf's Sister
(Tale of the Holtlands: Book 1)
by R. F. Long
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605042374
e-Book

Blood and Mint Chocolate
(Dark Moon)
by Adrianne Brennan
Freya's Bower
EAN #9781935013440
36 pages
e-Book

Dreamcatcher
by Anna Leonard
Silhouette (Nocturne Bites)
EAN #9781426822445
e-Book

Wilderness
by Barbara J. Hancock
Silhouette (Nocturne Bites)
EAN #9781426824821
e-Book

Broken Souls
(Werewolf: Book 2.5)
by Bonnie Vanak
Silhouette (Nocturne Bites)
EAN #9781426824753
e-Book

Mahina's Storm
by Vivi Anna
Silhouette (Nocturne Bites)
EAN #9781426823565
e-Book

Guardian's Redemption
(Storm Lords: Book 5)
by Marie Harte
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811303
e-Book

The Gallery
by Dakota Rebel
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811297
e-Book

Changing Hearts
(Lusting Wild: Book 2)
by Marilu Mann
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419913020
e-Book

Wishful Thinking
(The Swann Sisters Chronicles: Book 1)
by Evangeline Anderson
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605042428
e-Book

Chamberlain's Knight
by Skyler Grey
Red Rose Publishing
EAN #9781604351835
e-Book

Bound By Fate
(Bound Series: Book 2)
by Amanda Cummings
Red Rose Publishing
EAN #9781604351699
e-Book

Rock Bound
by Rochelle Weber
Red Rose Publishing
EAN #9781604352412
e-Book

Emerald City
by Melody Knight
Red Rose Publishing
EAN #9781604352467
e-Book

The Purebred
(Daughters of Dagda: Book 3)
by Rorrey Lynch
Red Rose Publishing
EAN #9781604352078
e-Book

Dark Moon Magick
(The Moon Series: Book 4)
by Rose Marie Wolf
Red Rose Publishing
EAN #9781604351583
e-Book

Everlasting Hunger
(Twilight's Possession: Book 3)
by Tawny Taylor
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419918643
e-Book

Fae's Gargoyle
(The Hussies)
by Sally Painter
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419918995
e-Book
(A Multi-Author Series)

Spanish Topaz
(Topaz)
by Regina Carlysle
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419918667
e-Book
(A Multi-Author Series)

Desert Fever
by Adele Dubois
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919060
e-Book

Wild Card
(Down & Dirty: Book 1)
by Moira Rogers
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210773
e-Book

Machinations
(Steamy Nights: Book 1)
by Marie Treanor
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605211015
e-Book

Courtesan
(Spaceport)
by Cat Marsters
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595964762
e-Book
(A Multi-Author Series)

Hollow Cove
(Paranormal Investigations Team: Book 1)
by Tuesday Richards
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605211138
e-Book

Sexationby
by Alice Gaines
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210896
e-Book

Black Star United
(Black Star: Book 4)
by Marteeka Karland
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595966797
e-Book

Renato's Dragon
(Vampiropolis: Book 3)
by Selena Illyria
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210704
e-Book

Splendor and Darkness
(Rebel Angels: Book 3)
by Cyndi Friberg
Cerridwen Press
EAN #9781419917103
e-Book

Juiced
(Spaceport)
by Mary Winter
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595968074
63 pages
e-Book
(A Multi- Author Series)

Noodlin' for Nadine
(Hot River: Book 4)
by Kate HillChangeling Press
EAN #9781605210841
56 pages
e-Book

Dragon's Devotion
(Dragons: Book 4)
by Willa Okati
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595968562
43 pages
e-Book

Mistletoe High
by Alexis Fleming
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595969873
139 pages
e-Book (reprint)

Mating Dance
(Shifting Priorities: Book 2)
by Anne Kane
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210674
51 pages
e-Book

Endurance
(History Patrol: Book 2)
by J. L. Wilson
Cerridwen Press
EAN #9781419918360
e-Book

Gladius
(The Hussies series)
by Nathalie Gray
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919343
e-Book
(A Multi-Author Series)

Secrets of the Jin-Hakku
by Kate Willoughby
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919275
e-Book

Wicked Delicious
by Anna J. Evans
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419918728
e-Book

Have a Little Faith in Me
(The Hussies series)
by Nicole Austin
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919183
e-Book
(A Multi-Author Series)

Absolute Trust
by Kaenar Langford
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919152
e-Book

Witch Vamp Were?
(Huntingdawn: Book 2)
by Anne Douglas
Loose Id
EAN #9781596328334
e-Book

Excitable Gals
by Leigh Ellwood
Loose Id
EAN #9781596328327
e-Book

Cosmic
by Sharon Maria Bidwell
Loose Id
EAN #9781596328341
e-Book

Duality
(Guardians of the Light: Book 1)
by Renee Wildes
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605042169
e-Book

Woman In The Mirror
by Joyce Ellen Armond
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595785060
e-Book

Beyond Shadows
(Sequel to "Shadows Stir")
by N. J. Walters
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919039
e-Book

Topaz Dream
by Ann Jacobs
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919220
e-Book

Sandwich Play
by Brigit Zahara
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919169
e-Book

Cicada
by Afton Locke
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919411
e-Book

Roane
(Circe's Recruits: Book 1)
by Marie Harte
Loose Id
EAN #9781596328075
e-Book

Falling For You
(Trueblood: Book 2)
by Barbara Elsborg
Loose Id
EAN #9781596328303
e-Book

The Hunted
by Rachel Carrington
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906590437
e-Book

Feral Heat
(Untamed Hearts: Book 1)
by Jude Mason, Jamie Hill
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811143
e-Book

Wolfish Dreams
by Wendy Stone
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811167
e-Book

Tartan Interlude
(Tartan Werwolves: Book 2)
by Selena Illyria
Changeling Press
Available: October 9, 2008
EAN #9781605210698
e-Book

Tainted
(Channeling Morpheus: Bok 4)
by Jordan Castillo Price
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210759
e-Book

Fighting the Undertow
by Eden Rivers
Loose Id
EAN #9781596328273
e-Book

Deadly Inheritance
by Jayelle Drewry
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595785015
e-Book (reprint)

In Alien Arms
by Etienne D'Artagnan
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595784988
e-Book

Illicit Bargain
by Lolita Lopez
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419916755
e-Book

Scent of Danger
(Phoenix Agency: Book 3)
by Judith Rochelle
The Lotus Circle
EAN #9781419980701
e-Book

Ask For It
by Gail Faulkner
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419919138
e-Book

Flicker
(Terran Times)
by Viola Grace
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871803
92 pages
e-Book

Time's Up
by Keiko Alvarez
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871827
260 pages
e-Book

Stolen Magic
by A. J. Llewellyn
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871834
e-Book

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PNR New Release Editor

Reviewers Top Picks: November 2008

2008-11-30T15:58:00.006-05:00

Stephanie’s
November 08 Top Read

INTO THE LAIR
(Falcon Mercenary Group: Book 2)
by Maya Banks

Samhain Publishing
October 14, 2008
ISBN #1605042102
EAN #9781605042107
e-Book

Synopsis: It was supposed to be an easy mission. But nobody told her that.
Ian and Braden Thomas return to the U.S. to extract Katie Buchanan, the sister of the teammate who betrayed them. She could very well be the key to taking down the man responsible for turning Ian and Braden into unstable cat shifters. Unfortunately, they’re not the only ones after Katie.

Katie has no intention of going quietly or of offering her trust on a silver platter. She’s got troubles of her own that don’t include two pain-in-the-ass men who claim her dead brother sent them. She’s too busy trying to stay one step ahead of Ricardo de la Cruz, the brother of a man she killed.

As the bodies pile up, Ian and Braden are only sure of one thing: Katie makes them crazy. Something about her calls to their inner predator. They both want her, but she’s made a practice of making bad decisions and trusting the wrong men. And by the time she realizes that she can trust these two warriors, it might just be too late.

Stephanie says: “A book that had me from page one and kept my attention right to the end. This series has it all, action, hot sex, incredible alpha men, a strong heroine and wonderful paranormal elements.”

Read Stephanie’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29709

Stephanie also recommends:
July 2008: THEIR ONE AND ONLY by Trista Ann Michaels

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Amber’s
November 08 Top Read

EVIL WAYS
(Quincey Morris Supernatural Investigation: Book 2)
by Justin Gustainis

BL Publishing (Solaris Books)
December 30, 2008
ISBN #1844165930
EAN #9781844165933
336 pages
Trade Size

Synopsis: In a story that ranges from Baghdad to Los Angeles, EVIL WAYS sees eccentric billionaire Walter Grobius attempt to unleash a devastating magical apocalypse. Quincey Morris and his partner, white witch Libby Chastain, are drawn into their deadliest case yet...

Amber says: "Fast paced, action packed with twists and turns all the way, this was like being on a roller coaster and I was way too gripped to fall off or let go.

There are only a few books that have struck me so far this year and this is one of them. If you haven't already read Black Magic Woman then go catch up because that new paranormal writer on the block has earned a fixed place and if they aren't shaking in their boots already, Jim Butcher, M.R Sellars and other prominent male paranormal Urban Fantasy writers should be! Justin Gustainis has started something big and I am already enjoying the ride.”

Find out more: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/book.php?id=14058

Amber also recommends:
October 28, 2008: DEAD REIGN by T. A. Pratt
October 28, 2008: DESTINY KILLS by Keri Arthur
October 28, 2008: LIVING WITH THE DEAD by Kelley Armstrong
November 13, 2008: SHADOW KISS by Richelle Mead
November 4, 2008: MAGIC TO THE BONE by Devon Monk
November 4, 2008: ANY GIVEN DOOMSDAY by Lori Handeland
August 26, 2008: RAZOR GIRL by Marianne Mancusi

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Nancy’s
November 08 Top Read

DRAGON ACTUALLY
(Dragon Kin series: Book 1)
by G. A. Aiken

Samhain Publishing
November 7, 2008
ISBN #1605042323
EAN #9781605042329
e-Book (reprint)

Synopsis: It’s not always easy being a female warrior with a nickname like Annwyl the Bloody. Men tend to either cower in fear-a lot-or else salute. It’s true that Annwyl has a knack for decapitating legions of her ruthless brother’s soldiers without pausing for breath. But just once it would be nice to be able to really talk to a man, the way she can talk to Fearghus the Destroyer.

Too bad that Fearghus is a dragon, of the large, scaly, and deadly type. With him, Annwyl feels safe-a far cry from the feelings aroused by the hard-bodied, arrogant knight Fearghus has arranged to help train her for battle. With her days spent fighting a man who fills her with fierce, heady desire, and her nights spent in the company of a magical creature who could smite a village just by exhaling, Annwyl is sure life couldn’t get any stranger.

She’s wrong…

And just wait until you meet the rest of the family…

This book is the ebook reproduction of the print book released September 2008 from Zebra. No changes have been made from that version. This book was previously released under a different title and author name by Trikelion Publishing.

Nancy says: “I loved the plot in Dragon, Actually and the 2nd story was a nice surprise. Both had good storylines, passion and humor.”

Read Nancy‘s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29834

Nancy also recommends:
November 7, 2008: DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR? By Teri Wilson

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Catherine’s
November 08 Top Read

ANY GIVEN DOOMSDAY
(The Phoenix Chronicles: Book 1)
by Lori Handeland

St. Martin's Press
November 4, 2008
ISBN #0312949197
EAN #9780312949198
352 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: The countdown begins now...
Elizabeth Phoenix once used her unique skills as a psychic to help in the Milwaukee Police Department’s fight against injustice. But when Liz’s foster mother is found viciously murdered—and Liz is discovered unconscious at the scene—her only memory of the crime comes in the form of terrifying dreams...of creatures more horrific than anything Liz has seen in real life. What do these visions mean? And what in the world do they have to do with her former lover, Jimmy Sanducci?

While the police question Jimmy in the murder, Jimmy opens Liz’s eyes to a supernatural war that has raged since the dawn of time in which innocent people are hunted by malevolent beings disguised as humans. Only a chosen few have the ability to fight their evil, and Jimmy believes Liz is among them. Now, with her senses heightened, new feelings are rising within Liz—ones that re-ignite her dangerous attraction to Jimmy. But Jimmy has a secret that will rock Liz to her core…and put the survival of the human race in peril.

Catherine says: “Paranormal Romance author Lori Handeland's new smoking hot Urban Fantasy has nonstop action too good to put down!”

Read the Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29523

Catherine also recommends:
July 1, 2008: ACCIDENTALLY DEAD by Dakota Cassidy

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Ruth’s
November 08 Top Read

BEYOND THE GRAVE
(Jess Vandermire Vampire Hunter: Book 2)
by Lina Gardiner

Imajinn Books
October 30, 2008
ISBN #1933417439
EAN #9781933417431
Trade Size

Synopsis: Vampire Police Captain Jess Vandermire is hunting a serial killer vampire. The trouble is, Jess is experiencing blackouts, and every time she does, another woman turns up dead. Has she slipped over the dangerous slope into full vampirism? Is she the serial killer she’s hunting?

Lieutenant John Brittain makes it his job to find the killer and prove Jess innocent, but it’s hard to be human in a world of super-strong, super-fast vampires. His best weapon is his tough-cop intellect and he’s using it for all he’s worth. Yes, Jess is a vampire, and yes, she’s capable of killing. He knows, however, that she hasn’t committed these crimes, and he has the horrible feeling that if doesn’t catch the killer soon Jess will be the final victim.
As Jess and Britt wage war against this evil vampire, it becomes a battle for the last vestiges of Jess’s own humanity. Soon the question becomes, who will draw first blood?

Ruth says: "I enjoyed this book so much even though I hadn't read the first one yet, but I will be very soon!”

Read Ruth’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29815

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Katherine’s
November 08 Top Read

RUNNING WILD
by Lucinda Betts

Kensington Aphrodisia
November 25, 2008
ISBN #0758222165
EAN #9780758222169
304 Pages
Trade Size

Synopsis: Travel to a magical desert land beyond the reach of time…A land of winged horses, djinns and demons, ruled by kings and queens of tribes forever lost, where sensual desire rules every living soul…A princess like no other Shahrazad has skin the color of richest honey and black hair that flows like a river under the midnight moon. Prince Tahir is bewitched by her strange beauty—and beset by hot, animal lust. Risking his life to make her his, defying the Sultan to sweep her away, Tahir and Shahrazad vanish into a dream world of their own, on the verge of sexual pleasure so intense as to shatter their souls—and change them forever…

Katherine says: "Looking for an escape from reality? Lucinda Betts’ Running Wild will serve as a delicious diversion.”

Read Katherine’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29717

Katherine also recommends:

October, 2008: BIRTHRIGHT by Mari Freeman

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Staff Top Picks: November 2008

2008-11-28T14:54:00.008-05:00

Leslie's
November 08 Top Pick

PHENOMENAL GIRL 5
(Elite Hands of Justice: Book 1)
by A. J. Menden

Love Spell (Shomi)
October 28, 2008
ISBN #0505527863
EAN #9780505527868
368 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: Lainey Livingston has just been made a member of the Elite Hands of Justice, the world's premiere cadre of superheroes. Her work with the Red Knights and the Power Squad was impressive; her apprehension stats are above normal, and her great strength and ability to fly are equally remarkable. But no one gets a free pass to active duty, and Lainey's next test is going to be her hardest. She's to train with the Reincarnist.

Robert Elliot, the Reincarnist. A magician who has lived multiple lifetimes, he's the smartest man in the world—and Lainey's last obstacle. He was personally responsible for seeing Pushstar wash out. But his eyes are the softest, kindest that Lainey has ever seen, and he's just the sort to knock her for a loop. Lesson #1: Romantic entanglements among crime fighters are super exploitable, and falling in love with a man who "can't die" is like waving a red flag at a bull. Especially not when the most fiendish plot ever is about to break over Megalopolis like a wave of fire.

Leslie says: “Ms. Menden's characterizations are so brilliant that for the reader Megolopolis, the world, the EJH, and even the fiendish plot come in a distant second to the relationship evolving between Lainey and The Reincarnist. The story forces the reader to invest their own emotions, ripping us apart and putting us back together again. All I can say is Wow! PHENOMINAL GIRL 5 is a stunning debut – a definite keeper - highly recommended!”

But that's not all! Book 2, TEKGRRL, featuring EJH heroine Mindy Clark is on the way. I can't wait.

Read Leslie's Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=28853

Leslie also recommends:
November 4, 2008: ANY GIVEN DOOMSDAY by Lori Handeland
August 5, 2008: SEA FEVER by Virginia Kantra
July 1, 2008: SEA WITCH by Virginia Kantra

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Deborah’s
November 08 Top Read

THE BRIDE OF TIME
by Dawn Thompson

Love Spell
July 29, 2008
ISBN #0505527286
EAN #9780505527288
368 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: SOME LOVES...
There was little of joy and beauty for Tessa LaPrelle, a scullery maid in 1903 London, but a painting called The Bride of Time. The nude raised eyebrows and speculation that Tessa had posed. Impossible! Even if some man could make her so wanton, even if the subject had Tessa's thick chestnut hair, the work had been commissioned a hundred years previous, at the start of the Regency!

...KNOW THE BRUSH OF ETERNITY
Regardless, it wasn't the subject or its uncanny resemblance to her that drew Tessa to The Bride. Nor was it fascination with the artist: one Giles Longworth, whose portrait showed eyes black as sin, wind-combed mahogany hair and broad, muscular shoulders. If any could make her wanton it was he; but he was also accused of sorcery, of dark evil things. Some even said Longworth had been a werewolf, the throats of his alleged victims torn from their bodies. No, what drew Tessa was a small window in the painting's corner, a seeming portal to that wild Cornish wilderness, to misty moors in a time gone by. Sometimes she dreamt she had been running all her life--from what and to whom, she was about to discover.

Deborah says: “I actually wanted to re-read this book. It stayed with me, haunted me, and I wanted to visit it again. Very rare that I do that with lack of spare time these days. Thompson nailed it with this Time Travel - Werewolf book. It's perfection. Beautiful writing - Thompson's trademark -the intriguing story, and power to make Master Monty into the ultimate villain is simply mesmerizing. Just not too many stories I want to re-read these days. I will re-read this one yet again...watch.”

Read Deborah’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=28447

Deborah also recommends:
October 8, 2008: ETERNAL SEDUCTION by Jennifer Turner
December 30, 2008: LORD OF THE FOREST by Dawn Thompson
November 25, 2008: EMBRACING MIDNIGHT by Devyn Quinn

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Mippy Recommends:
October 28, 2008: LIVING WITH THE DEAD by Kelley Armstrong
December 30, 2008: IN THE BLOOD by Adrian Phoenix
June 3, 2008: WALK ON THE WILDSIDE by Christine Warren

Review: Blood Martyr Book IV: Blood Wolf

2008-11-25T11:54:00.003-05:00

Blood Martyr Book IV: Blood Wolf
by Fionn Jameson
Freya’s Bower
ISBN# not assigned
July 2008
Rating: Sweet
Book Length: Chapter Book
Genre: Vampire/Paranormal/Contemporary
Buy Now

Three nights after taking Jamison's blood Tanith talks to the only person she can about her predicament, a vampire named Cale. Jamison is no where to be found and Tanith is worried about him. Has another vampire found out about her tasting his blood and taken him? Or is he just hiding?

To take her mind off things Tanith goes to her club, Black Masque and soon enough she has other worries. One pack of werewolves are due to visit the club tonight and she finds out that the rival pack are also due a visit.

Tensions rise in this fourth part in the Blood Martyr book. Although a good installment to the book so far these couple of chapters didn't really take us any further into the story but just satisfied the need for more from this interesting series.

Tanith is an extremely likable character and with so many paranormal creatures running about this series shows more promise as it continues. Now the wait is on for Book 5 in this addictive chapter by chapter series.

Reviewed by Amber Chalmers
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
November 2008

Review: Passions

2008-11-16T21:19:00.003-05:00

Passions
by Jennifer Cole
Lyrical Press
ISBN-10: not assigned
November 3, 2008
Pages: 129
eBook
Erotic Paranormal
Buy Now

“vivid descriptions and loaded with passion”

Jana has finally escaped her troubled past, including a brief and abusive relationship. She makes it to a small island, home of Passions Resort. The resort is for adults and Jana is intrigued. She lands a job and quickly begins enjoying her new job and the benefit of living in the luxurious resort.

Tristan and Travis come from another realm and have supernatural abilities. They have been looking for their mate for 5 years and have been to Passions several times, hoping to find her there. When they first lay eyes on Jana, they know that they have finally found her. Now, they must convince her that she belongs to them and ease her into the knowledge that they have supernatural powers and live in another world.

Ms. Cole has written a great book, full of vivid descriptions and loaded with passion. Jana has lived a hard life and deals with many insecurities, but is a strong lady, starting over. Tristan and Travis are sexy and very large alpha males with extraordinary talents. I enjoyed this book immensely and recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading erotic paranormal romance.

Reviewed by Melissa Conatser
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
November 2008

Review: Thief of Hearts: The Return

2008-11-08T10:26:00.003-05:00

Thief of Hearts 2: The Return
by Kimberly Zant
New Concepts Publishing
May 2003
ISBN: not assigned
Genre: Erotica
Length: Short Story
Buy Now

“The Thief of Hearts returns for another game of wicked pleasure.”

Second installment of three short stories

In this second “Dear Diary” entry, the narrator ponders the identity of the Thief of Hearts. Was he real…or had she imagined him? To further complicate things, she discovers that upon the return of her boyfriend, she no longer desires him after spending a night with her dream lover. When all is said and done, the inevitable break up comes to pass; however the question still remains…will the Thief of Hearts return?

Days turn to weeks and the narrator’s distress grows as doubt and disappointment settle upon her. Just as despair threatens to claim her, the thief returns. She fears he is nothing more than another fleeting memory in her mind, but soon enough she realizes that he is real. He has returned for another night of wicked pleasure. Now she must once again answer the question…”Do you want to play?”

THE RETURN picks up the story from the first diary entry and turns up the heat another few degrees. Through the eyes of the narrator, readers will puzzle at the mystery of it all while experiencing the frightening thrill of the Thief’s game. Like the sensual teasing of the Thief of Hearts, this second installment is erotic and unpredictable. When the game is over, readers will be left breathless…and eager for more.

Reviewer’s note: This book contains elements that some readers may find objectionable: Explicit sexual content, bondage and forced seduction.

Reviewed by Sonya Harrison
ParaNormal Romance Reviews
November 2008

November 2008 PNR New Release Update

2008-11-01T12:16:00.003-04:00

Deadly Harvest
(The Flynn Brothers Trilogy: Book 2)
by Heather Graham
MIRA Books
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780778325604
400 pages
Paperback

All I Want for Christmas Is a Vampire
(Love at Stake: Book 5)
by Kerrelyn Sparks
Avon
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780061118463
384 pages
Paperback

The Reawakened
(Aspect of Crow Trilogy: Book 3)
by Jeri Smith-ReadyLuna
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780373802715
480 pages
Trade Size

Winter Kissed
by Michele Hauf, Vivi Anna
Silhouette
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780373617999
288 pages
Paperback

The Memorist
by M. J. Rose
MIRA Books
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780778325840
464 pages
Hardcover

My Immortal Promise
(MacDonnell Brides: Book 5)
by Jen Holling
Simon & Schuster (Pocket Books)
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781416525868
336 pages
Paperback

Enemy Lover
(Werewolf: Book 2)
by Bonnie Vanak
Silhouette (Nocturne)
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780373617982
288 pages
Paperback

The Sea's Embrace
by Angela Steed
Black Lyon Publishing
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781934912096
220 pages
e-Book

Christmas Rescue
by Sultry Summers
Whiskey Creek Press (Torrid)
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781603133388
e-Book

Blood Ties
(Claimed)
by Cathryn Fox
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781605042268
e-Book

Harlot's Life
(Siren Warrior: Book 2)
by Lindsey Bayer, Michelle Marquis
Whiskey Creek Press (Torrid)
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781603133319
e-Book

Sandra
(Witchy Woes: Book 5)
by Michelle Hasker
Whiskey Creek Press (Torrid)
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781603131834
e-Book

Obey Me
(Gifted: Book 1)
by Paige Cuccaro
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9781605042237
e-Book

A Body To Die For
(Love at First Bite: Book 3)
by Kimberly Raye
Harlequin (Blaze)
Available: November 1, 2008
EAN #9780373794355
224 pages
Paperback

Empath
(Gifted)
by Bonnie Dee
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 1, 2008
ISBN #1605042242
EAN #9781605042244
e-Book

Salvation in Death
(In Death: Book 27)
by J. D. Robb
Putnam
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780399155222
368 pages
Hardcover

Suite 606
by Mary Kay McComas, Ruth Ryan Langan, Mary Blayney, J. D. Robb
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425224441
352 pages
Paperback

Immortal Warrior
(The Immortal Brotherhood: Book 1)
by Lisa Hendrix
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425224540
352 pages
Paperback

Ready & Willing
by Elizabeth Bevarly
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425224779
304 pages
Paperback

Casting Spells
by Barbara Bretton
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425223642
320 pages
Trade Size

One Silent Night
(Dark-Hunter: Book 23)
by Sherrilyn Kenyon
St. Martin's Press
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780312947064
320 pages
Paperback

The Dragon Master
(Dragon series: Book 3)
by Allyson James
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425224717
304 pages
Paperback

Liam's Gold
by Jody Wallace
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9781605042282
e-Book

The Demon King and I
(Caruthers Sisters: Book 1)
by Candace Havens
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425223635
320 pages
Trade Size

Speed Demon
(Demon series: Book 2)
by Erin Lynn
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425223666
192 pages
Trade Size
(Young Adult)

Red
(Dead World: Book 1)
by Jordan Summers
Tor Books
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780765359148
368 pages
Paperback

Magic to the Bone
by Devon Monk
Roc
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780451462404
368 pages
Paperback

Dark Temptation
(Blackheath Moor: Book 1)
by Allison Chase
Signet (Eclipse)
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780451225528
368 pages
Paperback

The Flame and the Shadow
(Four-Sided Pentacle: Book 1)
by Denise Rossetti
Ace Books
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780451462428
384 pages
Trade Size

Any Given Doomsday
(The Phoenix Chronicles: Book 1)
by Lori Handeland
St. Martin's Press
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780312949198
352 pages
Paperback

The Black Ship
(Crosspointe: Book 2)
by Diana Pharaoh Francis
Roc
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780451462428
416 pages
Paperback

Fortune and Fate
(Twelves Houses: Book 5)
by Sharon Shinn
Ace Books
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780441016365
432 pages
Hardcover

The Missing
by Shiloh Walker
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425224380
320 pages
Trade Size

Dark Magic
(Magic: Book 5)
by Cheyenne McCray
St. Martin's Press
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780312949594
464 pages
Paperback

The Upside of Karma
(Angelica Kane: Book 2)
by B. Ella Donna
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9781605042312
e-Book

Wait Till Your Vampire Gets Home
(Brokenheart: Book 4)
by Michele Bardsley
Signet (Eclipse)
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780451225504
352 pages
Paperback

No Rest for the Wiccan
(Bewitching Mysteries: # 4)
by Madelyn Alt
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425224564
304 pages
Paperback

Better Off Undead
by Martin H. Greenberg (Editor)
Daw Books
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780756405120
320 pages
Paperback

Swallowing Darkness
(Meredith Gentry: Book 7)
by Laurell K. Hamilton
Ballantine Books
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780345495938
384 pages
Hardcover

A Mermaid's Kiss
(Mermaids: Book 1)
by Joey W. Hill
Berkley Pub Group (Sensation)
Available: November 4, 2008
EAN #9780425223802
384 pages
Trade Size

Kallaayt's Tale
by Rosemary Laurey
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 7, 2008
EAN #9781605042633
e-Book (reprint)

Everlasting Hunger
(Twilight's Possession: Book 3)
by Tawny Taylor
Ellora's Cave
Available: November 7, 2008
EAN #9781419918643
e-Book

One and Only
(Brotherhood of Blood: Book 1)
by Bianca D'Arc
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 7, 2008
EAN #9781605042640
e-Book

Christmas Awakening
(Jenkins Cove: Book 2)
by Ann Voss Peterson
Harlequin (Intrique)
Available: November 11, 2008
EAN #9780373693627
224 pages
Paperback

Deep Water
(The Castings Trilogy: Book 2)
by Pamela Freeman
Hachette Book Group USA (Orbit Books)
Available: November 12, 2008
EAN #9780316035637
400 pages
Trade Size

Shadow Kiss
(Vampire Academy: Book 3)
by Richelle Mead
Penguin USA (Razorbill)
Available: November 13, 2008
EAN #9781595141972256 pages
Trade Size
(Young Adult)

How to Make Friends with Demons
by Graham Joyce
Night Shade Books
Available: November 15, 2008
EAN #9781597801423
256 pages
Hardcover

An Empire Unacquainted with Defeat
(Dread Empire)
by Glen Cook
Night Shade Books
Available: November 15, 2008
EAN #9781597801409
288 pages
Hardcover

Blood Sins
(Bishop/Special Crimes Unit: Book 11)
by Kay Hooper
Bantam
Available: December 16, 2008
EAN #9780553804850
304 pages
Hardcover

On the Prowl
(Tales of an Urban Werewolf: Book 2)
by Karen MacInerney
Ballantine Books
Available: November 24, 2008
EAN #9780345496263
384 pages
Paperback

New Tricks
(Dog Days: Book 2)
by John Levitt
Ace Books
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780441016563
320 pages
Paperback

Wicked Is the Night
by Catherine Mulvany
Pocket Books
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9781416525585
368 pages
Paperback

The Devil's Due
(Morgan Kingsley: Book 3)
by Jenna Black
Bantam (Dell)
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780440244929
336 pages
Paperback

Midnight Sins
(Midnight Trilogy: Book 2)
by Cynthia Eden
Kensington Publishing (Brava)
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780758226044
352 pages
Trade Size

No Words Alone
by Autumn Dawn
Dorchester
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780505528018
320 pages
Paperback

Undying
(Clare Point: Book 2)
by V. K. Forrest
Kensington Publishing
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780758217172
352 pages
Trade Size

Primal Male
(The sequel to SEXY DEVIL)
by Sasha White
Kensington Publishing (Aphrodisia)
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780758228611
304 pages
Trade Size

Night Shadow
(T-FLAC: Book 14)
by Cherry Adair
Ballantine Books
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780345499738
352 pages
Paperback

Beyond the Shadows
(The Night Angel Trilogy: Book 3)
by Brent Weeks
Hachette Book Group USA (Orbit Books)
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780316033664
608 pages
Paperback

Love is Hell
by Scott Westerfeld, Melissa Marr, Justine Larbalestier, Laurie Faria Stolarz
HarperTeen
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780061443046
320 pages
Trade Size
(Young Adult)

Dancing with the Devil
by Laura Drewry
Dorchester (Leisure Books)
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780843960495336 pages
Paperback

The Pagan Stone
(The Sign of Seven Trilogy: Book 3)
by Nora Roberts
Jove
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780515144666
336 pages
Paperback

Demon's Hunger
(Compact of Sorcerers: Book 2)
by Eve Silver
Grand Central Publishing
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780446618939368 pages
Paperback

Fish Out of Water
(Fred the Mermaid: Book 3)
by MaryJanice Davidson
Berkley Pub Group
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780515145496
304 pages
Paperback

Queen of Oblivion
(The Heartstone Trilogy: Book 3)
by Todd Fahnestock, Giles Carwyn
Eos
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780060829797
480 pages
Hardcover

Embracing Midnight
by Devyn Quinn
Kensington Publishing (Aphrodisia)
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780758216540
304 pages
Paperback

Succubus Takes Manhattan
(Book 2)
by Nina HarperDel Rey
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9780345495075
432 pages
Paperback

Azazel
by Dawn McClure
Samhain Publishing
Available: November 25, 2008
EAN #9781605042664
e-Book

Blood Bargain
(Keira Kelly: Book 2)
by Maria Lima
Wildside Press (Juno)
Available: November 29, 2008
EAN #9780809573059
368 pages
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Available: October 13, 2008
EAN #9781595784841
e-Book

Halloween Treats
by A. J. Hampton, Veronica Wilde, Tiffany Aaron
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595784957
e-Book

The Orca King II
by Darragha Foster
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595784919
e-Book

Keeley's Curse
by Sophia Danu
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871544
94 pages
e-Book

Blood Lust
(The Drone Vampire Chronicles: Book 1)
by Stephani Hecht
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871599
182 pages
e-Book

The Witch of Westburg
by Fawn Lowery
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871551
106 pages
e-Book

Beguiled
by A. J. Llewellyn
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871582
110 pages
e-Book

Trespassing All Hallows Eve
by Laura Tolomei
eXtasy Books
EAN #9781554871575
160 pages
e-Book

Always You
(Imperative: Book 2)
by Belinda McBride
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210902
e-Book

Mastering Mirage
(Super Sex: Book 2)
by Leila Brown
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210155
e-Book

Mission: Touchdown
(Live Action Hero: Book 4)
by Mary Winter
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595969507
e-Book

Second Chance Charity
(Hot River: Book 3)
by Kate Hill
Changeling Press
EAN #9781605210834
e-Book

Forbidden (Collection)
(Forbidden: Books 1-4)
by Marteeka Karland
Changeling Press
EAN #9781595967671
e-Book

Made for Two Champions
(Made for Two: Book 4)
by Madison Hayes
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419918568
e-Book

Savage Love
(Bite Me)
by Crissy Smith
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811228
e-Book
(A Multi-Author Series)

Your Treat or Mine
(Bite Me)
by Tuesday Morrigan
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811235
e-Book

Blood Bond
by Gwendolyn Cease
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811242
e-Book

Bordello Dolls
by Ellen Ashe
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811259
e-Book

Lust Me, Trust Me
by Jessica Jarman
Total-E-Bound
EAN #9781906811266
e-Book

The Shining One
by Irene Chandler
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595784728
e-Book

The Sixth Cursed Halloween
(Six Curses: Book 1)
by Mechele Armstrong
Loose Id
EAN #9781596327924
e-Book

The Buccaneer
by Nia K. Foxx
Loose Id
EAN #9781596327887
e-Book

Caroline's House
by Beverly Sims
Siren Publishing
October 1, 2008Available: October 27, 2008ISBN #1606011375
EAN #9781606011379
e-Book

Shadow Lover
by Audrey Godwin
BookStrand
EAN #9781606010327
e-Book

The Virtual Man
(The Virtual Reality: Book 1)
by Nikki Sinclaire
BookStrand
EAN #9781606011386
e-Book

Primal Pursuit
(sequel to Primal Quest)
by Rebecca Airies
EAN #9781419918827
e-Book

Tera's Awakening
(Dark Pantheon: Book 1)
by Kelly Maher
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419917301
e-Book

Watchkeeper
(Phantom Lovers: Book 3)
by Debra Glass
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419917288
e-Book

Spirit
(New Crescent: Book 2)
by Mary Lou George
BookStrand
EAN #9781606010969
e-Book

Within His Sight
(Heart of Justice: Book 1)
by Denise A. Agnew
Liquid Silver Books
EAN #9781595784872
e-Book

Craving's Chinook
(WindVerse: Book 7)
by Charlotte Boyett-Compo
Ellora's Cave
EAN #9781419916670
e-Book

In Her Ladyship's Service
(Kegin Series: Book 2.5)
by Brenna Lyons
Phaze
EAN #9781606590911
e-Book

Playing For Keeps
by Michelle Houston
Phaze
EAN #9781606590232
e-Book

The Scrimshaw
by Ric Wasley
Wild Child Publishing
EAN #9781935013372
e-Book

Waking the Witch
by Lisa WhitefernFreya's Bower
EAN #9781935013426
e-Book

Conn 'n' Caleb
(Hot in the Saddle: Book 4)
by Ciana StoneEllora's Cave
EAN #9781419917943
e-Book

T Is for Temptation
by Jianne CarloSiren Publishing
EAN #9781606011669
e-Book

Close Encounters
by B. H. Dark
Samhain Publishing
EAN #9781605041391
e-Book

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Till next month...

Happy Reading!

Mippy Carlson
PNR New Release Editor

Reviewers Top Picks: October 2008

2008-10-30T22:20:00.005-04:00

Stephanie’s
October 08 Top Read

TURBULENT SEA
(The Drake Sisters: Book 6)
by Christine Feehan

Jove
July 29, 2008
ISBN #0515145068
EAN #9780515145069
336 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: The star: Joley Drake was born with a legacy of unexpected magical gifts, but it was the gift of singing that made her an overnight sensation - a rock and roll goddess trapped by fame, fortune, and ambition. Heated by the flush of success, Joley could have any man she wanted. But there's only man who can give her what she really needs.

The bodyguard: Ilya Prakenskii, cool, inscrutable, dangerously sexy, and working in the shadow of his infamous reputation - that of a secret Russian hit man on the payroll of a notorious mobster. He's the last man Joley should get close to, yet when her life is threatened on tour she has nowhere left to turn. But in the seductive safe keep of Ilya's embrace, is Joley really as secure as she imagines?

Stephanie says: “This is a powerful book, I've waited for ages for, Ilya and Joley simply are such incredible characters that they have truly made Ms. Feehan's fans desperate for their story. Christine Feehan doesn't disappoint with this latest installment of the Drake Sisters. Read this book, this is setting up the last book in the series in magnificent fashion. Read this series, read this book. It's amazing!”

Read Stephanie’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29510

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Melissa’s
October 08 Top Read

BLOOD TIES
(Claimed)
by Cathryn Fox

Samhain Publishing
November 1, 2008
ISBN #1605042269
EAN #9781605042268

e-Book

Synopsis: Her survival depends on the man—and the erotic sex—of her dreams.
A Claimed story
Dari Blake has spent her life sheltered from the world, believing she has a rare, genetic blood disorder that prevents her from aging. Her overprotective guardians are her only company, except for the mysterious man who enters her nightmares, soothing them into erotic dreams. Only he seems to have the power to help her shut out the cacophony of voices in her head.
Alone in his English castle, Mikel Sare has one mission in life: to protect Dari, his soul mate. Unbeknownst to her, she isn’t suffering from a rare disorder, she is a rare creature herself. She, like Mikel, is a Nallie. Part human, part vampire, one of only two left in the world. Her womb, and her psychic ability, are more powerful—and more dangerous—than she could ever imagine.
Now the alien vampires who created their kind are back, killing everyone in their path as they seek to take control of her child-bearing body. To defeat them, Mikel and Dari must join together—mind, body, blood and soul—in a ritual that will exponentially increase their power.

Melissa says: "Her survival depends on the man—and the erotic sex—of
her dreams."

Read Melissa’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29410

Melissa also recommends:
July, 2008: Wicked Omen by Sherrill Quinn
March, 2008: Tempting Sin by A.J. Hampton

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Amber’s
October 08 Top Read

THE REAWAKENED
(Aspect of Crow Trilogy: Book 3)
by Jeri Smith-Ready

Luna
November 1, 2008
ISBN #0373802714
EAN #9780373802715
480 pages
Trade Size

Synopsis: In the ultimate battle for freedom, one woman stands to gain the world...or lose everything.
The stunning conclusion to the award-winning ASPECT OF CROW trilogy
At one time the Spirits united the land and its people.
Then came the dark days.
She is Rhia, bound to the Spirit of Crow and gifted with vision. In a world besieged by escalating conflict, fate has marked her to deliver the Reawakened from oppression.
Now, with a mighty army of Descendants threatening to crush what’s left of her people’s magic, she must trust an ancient prophecy and accept the power that is her birthright—the power of life and death itself.
For while the storm of revolution rages, the legacy of the Reawakened is about to be rewritten...in her family’s blood.

Amber says: "Aspect of Crow Trilogy has really blown me away. I feel like any other book I read now will never make up for this experience. I am going to treasure all three books and I will definitely be reading them again and again.”

Read Amber’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29222

Amber also recommends:
September 30, 2008: The Rogue Hunter by Lynsay Sands
October 2, 2008: Up in Smoke by Katie MacAlister
August 3, 2008: Seaborn by Chris Howard
October 1, 2008: Hex Appeal by Linda Wisdom

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Karen’s
October 08 Top Read

HOTTER AFTER MIDNIGHT
(Midnight Trilogy: Book 1)
by Cynthia Eden

Kensington Publishing (Brava)
May 1, 2008
ISBN #0758226020
EAN #9780758226020
272 pages

Synopsis: When night falls, passions rise...
In her sexy and suspenseful new novel, Cynthia Eden introduces readers to a seductive world where powerful night creatures ignite dark, dangerous hungers…

Emily Drake is a psychologist with a very special talent, thanks to her empathic power, she can touch the thoughts and emotions of her patients. And Emily's patients, well, they aren't exactly typical either; they're Other - vampires, demons, all of the creatures that humans fear in the darkness of the night.

When one of the Other starts killing humans, Emily is pulled into the investigation. Colin Gyth, the lead detective on the case, doesn't trust her, and, since Emily senses he's a Shifter, a being born with the ability to transform into an animal, the feeling is pretty mutual. Never trust anything born with two faces - that was Emily's motto. However, she and Colin are forced to put aside their misgivings and work together once Emily officially joins the investigation as a profiler.

While Emily and Colin search to unmask the killer, an unexpected passion grows between them. Burned in the past by those he'd trusted, Colin had never thought he'd let a woman get to close to him again, especially a woman with a dangerous power like Emily's. Yet he finds that he can't resist her. There's something about the reserved Doctor Drake that calls to him, and the beast within the man recognizes his mate. But when the killer sets his sights on Emily, Colin will have to risk his life in order to protect the woman he craves more than anything else, and Emily will have to use her gift to look into the very heart of evil in order to defeat the monster hiding in the shadows.

Karen says: “This tale has it all: tantalizing romance, humor, a mystery to solve and a monster to catch. This is a definite keeper on my shelf!”

Read Karen’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29412

Karen also recommends:
October 30, 2008: All Hallow's Haunting by Desiree Lee
August 5, 2008: Ace Is Wild by Penny McCall (romantic suspense)
May 8, 2008: New Moon by Stephenie Meyer (reprint)
August 7, 2007: Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

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Nancy’s
October 08 Top Read

THE OUTLAW DEMON WAILS
(The Hollows: Book 6)
by Kim Harrison

Eos
February 26, 2008
ISBN #0060788704
EAN #9780060788704
464 pages
Hardcover

Synopsis: Super-sexy witch and runner Rachel Morgan is as smart as they come—and she thrashes demons with the best of them. Nevertheless, she was powerless to prevent the recent murder of her vamp love, and she’s taking it pretty hard. Then, after launching an investigation into the truth behind the murder, she learns that some her friends’ lives are now being threatened. There’s no way Rachel’s going to let the worst happen again.
Willing to face anyone or anything dead on, Rachel sets out to ensure her friends’ safety. It turns out to be her most perilous adventure to date when she encounters a powerful demon intent on claiming Rachel and a critical family secret. Rachel has no choice but to do the unthinkable—namely, dabble in demon magic—which will earn her vital long-lost knowledge…or the loss of her soul.

Picking up where For a Few Demons More left off, The Outlaw Demon Wails is Kim Harrison’s action-packed new installment in the Hollows series. You can't miss this wild ride with Rachel and her partners in the Cincinnati-based Vampiric Charms detective agency—the pixie Jenks and living vampire Ivy Tamwood—in their latest crime-solving, demon-drubbing exploits.

Nancy says: “As always Kim Harrison does not fail to keep me up for days finishing her book! Lots of surprises in this one. I Loved It!!”

Find out more: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/book.php?id=12635

Nancy also recommends:
November 1, 2008: The Upside of Karma by B. Ella Donna

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Clover’s
October 08 Top Read

ENCHANTED BEAUTY
by Marly Mathews

New Concepts Publishing
August 1, 2008
ISBN #1603942181
EAN #9781603942188
e-Book

Synopsis: Annabelle Hawthorne Morton hails from an ancient mystical line—even though she herself has not been endowed with the mark of magic that the magic-kind of Thaliana are born with. Despite this, she aspires for magical greatness, and while performing a spell the enchantment backfires in her face, robbing her of half her sight. But it doesn't take her long to realize that within a few months she will be completely blind. When her father enrages the local lord and he's imprisoned for his crimes, Annabelle must muster her courage and save her father from the beast's wrath.

Lord Malachi Hawthorne, Earl of Markham has been horribly disfigured during a magical battle. His sister betrayed him—and now her curse has put him into his own living hell. Believing that the outside world will revile him for his monstrous appearance, he retreats to his enchanted castle. He is determined to make Annabelle's father his indentured servant, until he meets Annabelle. He quickly decides that she is the one that might finally set him free from his living hell, and knows he must have her as his own.

Clover says: “Enchanted Beauty is an enjoyable tale with lots of unexpected twists and turns and layers, but at the very heart is the satisfying love story involving a beautiful woman with the ability to see beyond the outward ugliness of a man with a noble heart.”

Read Clover’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29535

Clover also recommends:
May 1, 2008: No One Lives Forever by Jordan Dane (romantic suspense)
January, 2002: River of Eden by Glenna McReynolds

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Sonya’s
October 08 Top Read

A MERMAID’S KISS
(Mermaids: Book 1)
by Joey W. Hill

Berkley Sensation
November 4, 2008
ISBN #0425223809
EAN #9780425223802
384 pages
Trade Size

Synopsis: Part of a two-book series
Some destinies are made to be denied...
As the Prime Legion Commander for the Goddess, Jonah has been battling the Dark Ones for centuries. He has led countless angels into battle, and has seen too many of them slaughtered. Now, his noble spirit has begun to tire with the weight of endless war-which allows a Dark One to strike a blow that severs his wing and knocks him into the sea.

Anna is a Daughter of Arianne - a direct descendant of the mermaid whose poignant legend and lore is much darker and more complex than the human-made fairytale. For tragedy and isolation are the fate of all the Daughters of Arianne. Anna's longing for love compels her to risk her very life to protect and hide the fallen Jonah. And the longer Jonah delays his return to the heavens, the more Anna's secret passions are tempted.

Anna knows that Jonah's destiny lies beyond her desire-and that if she repeats her ancestor's mistakes, heartache will be her only reward. But as she falls more in love with him, Anna wonders if she's destined to lose her heart and her dreams to save Jonah's soul...

Sonya says: "I am in awe of this book. I have read lots of books, and many are enjoyable. Some make an impression while some blend in with all the others. A MERMAID's KISS remains with me and I imagine it will for a long time to come.”

Sonya’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29418

Sonya also recommends:
March 1, 2008: Last Wolf Standing by Rhyannon Byrd

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Catherine’s
October 08 Top Read

VEILED TRUTH
(Valorian Chronicles: Book 3)
by Vivi Anna

Silhouette Nocturne
October 1, 2008
ISBN #0373617976
EAN #9780373617975
288 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: Five years ago, virginal Lyra Magice had fled powerful dhampir Theron LeNoir's advances. But now an ancient text the dhampir possesses holds the key to solving murders that have plagued Necropolis. When another body is found and evidence points to the Mistress of the city, duty dictates that Lyra work with Theron—a man she regards as haughty, arrogant and immoral—to translate the symbols left at the crime scenes. But with their forced alliance comes darkly sensual dreams that leave her feeling wanton and achy...

Unwilling to reveal his dark past, the dhampir soon discovers that Lyra—a witch of great power—is to be the sacrificial virgin in a demonic scheme to open a portal to hell itself. Salvation will come only if Theron can win Lyra's trust—and her heart.

Catherine says: "Vivi Anna just gets better and better! I loved the first book, the second was awesome and the third book I just couldn't put down.”

Catherine’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29292

Catherine also recommends:
February 5, 2008: The Accidental Werewolf by Dakota Cassidy
May 1, 2007: Dead Sexy by Tate Hallaway

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Jacquie’s
October 08 Top Read

KNIGHT’S FORK
(The Gods of Tigron: Book 4)
by Rowena Cherry

Love Spell
September 30, 2008
ISBN #0505527405
EAN #9780505527400
336 pages
Paperback

Synopsis: "Carpe Scrotum. Seize life by the testicles."
The Queen Consort of Volnoth needs a sperm donor, and only one green-eyed god has the right stuff. Little does she know that she has pinned her hopes on the loins of the fabled Royal Saurian Djinn. Not only is he the son of her greatest enemy, but he has taken a vow of chastity.

The Saurian Knight is caught between a father who has all the moral integrity of a Mafia Don, and a married princess who will stop at nothing to have his seed in her belly. No matter which way he turns, he is "forked".

Taking the wrong lover, in the wrong place, at the wrong time is dangerous. And when the High and the Mighty intervene, it can be fatal. Can true love and a pure White Knight's virtue triumph, when society loves a right royal scandal?

Jacquie says: "Knight's Fork is fun, sexy, fast-paced, and very clever. Rowena Cherry's talent shines once again, and I'm eagerly looking forward to the next book in the series. There's nothing like a Great Djinn god to spice up your day!”

Jacquie’s Review: http://www.paranormalromance.org/reviews/review.php?id=29437

Jacquie also recommends:
October 28, 2008: Warrior’s Lady by Gerri Russell (Medieval romance)
November 4, 2008: Spy Candy by Gina Robinson (romantic suspense)

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Marlene recommends:
September 1, 2008: The Price of Desire by Jo Goodman (Regency)
September 1, 2008: The Darcys and the Bingleys by Marsha Altman (Historical)