Eye of Death by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is a fast-paced, action story that brings the characters to life. I especially loved the character Rowena who made the book worthwhile. Her perspective emphasised the suspense, drama and danger and kept me on the edge of my seat as I questioned everything.
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Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in this series which I enjoyed just as much as the first. I highly suggest reading the first book as well to help your enjoyment of this series. This is a well written story that has characters that not only bring the story to life but also makes it fun to read. This is a shorter story that is engaging and kept me turning pages to the end. This is Faida’s story. She has a past that is full of disappointing things that has made her heart icy. She is about to meet her match in Robert. His heart is just as icy has hers. Now she is faced with melting her heart in order to help Robert see what is in front of him. They made such great characters. They really made the story enjoyable for me and easy to read. This heated up a cold afternoon for me and I think it will for you too. I highly recommend this book.
Review by @bjwagner
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Eye of Death by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 3rd book in the Vampire State series and it is just as enjoyable as the the first two books. The story keeps you gripped as you want to find out what happens. Rowena is a great character and the story about her indecision and confusion is really well written. I would definately recommend reading the first 2 books in this series as it will help you completely grasp the story.
The war is raging over freedom for humans in a vampire state. Rowena is not a reporter on the street right in the eye of the storm. In the middle of the war raging all around her. Her jobs is made all the more harder when she doesn’t know which side she wants to be on.
Add to this her blossoming romance with a human Prince and everything is uncertain in her world.
This story is full of action and adventure with danger and romance thrown into the mix as well.
Eye of Death by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rowena is back and she is making a go of being an independent journalist with the help of Quintus, but on this day when she wakes up thinking she is late for work, she realises that she is on her own time and couldn’t be late but still getting up early is not easy for her, as she stumbles into the kitchen to find a note from Vincenzo, he is trying with these notes and today’s is no different with a joke and breakfast in the fridge. As she heads out to do an interview with Prince Antet with her sandwich in tow, she is thinking about the statement she released the day before and what the reactions to it have been, but she hasn’t got time to check them. As she pulls into a parking space near where the hotel is and checks in with Quintus, it is busy in the lobby and there are other news anchors making their own preparations, so she walks to the hotel and goes in via the back entrance and passed the Prince’s security, she pretty much walks into Quintus at the top of the stairs.
They head up to the Prince’s suite and she waves to an ex-colleague on the way, enjoying the look of surprise when he sees her, when she and Quintus arrive there, the Prince welcomes them with open arms, he is not quite ready to start the interview, but they talk and joke a little before talking about the format of the interview and how it is going to work without any camera’s present. They decide to record the audio only and then over coffee, they start the interview. They cover topics about both Rowena and the Prince and Rowena realises that she is getting from the Prince what she wanted from Vincenzo, it is a surprise and sets the tone for the rest of the interview, after it is all checked and completed and everyone is happy with the content and the agreement to allow more interviews in the future, Rowena and Quintus get ready to leave the hotel, this is when the Prince pulls Rowena to the side and asks her out on a date, Rowena says she will think about it and leaves.
As Vincenzo and Rowena prepare to leave for an event, they detour to see a friend on the way, but nothing new can be gleaned about the ULA political party through this source, so they head on to the event and meet Quintus there. The conversations on the boat aren’t wholly desirable to the humans on board and the news that one of the higher profile politicians has defected to the ULA, meaning that their hard work is about to become even harder is when Vincenzo confronts the party members at the same event, but it doesn’t end well and there is an argument between himself and Rowena, he leaves her standing in the cold and to fend for herself to get home again, alone. It is a few weeks later on that Rowena prepares for another interview with the Prince and this time, she is taking a camera with her as it is about the trade deal between Sanguinia and Kemet she will be reporting on, but when she gets to the Senatorio, things do not go quite to plan and it is only later on back at the hotel she finds out why and as things become heated, she takes the camera and shows the reality of the current situation and who is responsible for it/
This is the third installment of the Vampire State series and what a continuation it is, but can Rowena, Vincenzo and Quintus pull together or will this latest battle rip them all apart? Whose side is anyone on and will they stay that way, or will the lines blur? The only way to find out what the future holds is to read the book and find out.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Hell Hath No Fury by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Hell Hath No Fury is the second stellar instalment in the Life is Hell series, by Naomi Valkyrie. I adored the first book in the series- so this book came with very high expectations. I am happy to say that Ms. Valkyrie didn’t let me down- she delivered everything I could have hoped for…. and more! I love this every bit as much as the first, and I wasn’t sure that would be possible!
I loved Sheridan from the moment I met her back in book one. She is the zany, vivacious, irreverent, sexy, and sassy Hedonism demon- and Delilah’s best friend (Book #1). I was really excited that she would get her own book, as I knew she would be a hoot to follow- and she sure doesn’t disappoint- but also brings a depth and complexity that I didn’t expect, which made me love her even more!!!
As I have mentioned a few times now, but it is worth repeating- Naomi Valkyrie has a talent for telling a wonderful, original, and captivating fantasy. Weaving a dynamic story full of texture, layers- with rich and vivid detailing. Her clever and imaginative touches bring her story, and characters, to life- making me feel like I’m right there watching everything as it unfolds, as much a part of the story as the characters themselves.
Hell Hath No Fury is a superb fantasy, with wonderful paranormal characters and elements, demons, magic, humour, mystery, action, secrets, sizzling chemistry, danger, discovery, and more than a few surprising developments- as well as a wonderful f/f romance.
Just Fantastic!!!!
Now I really can’t wait to get my hands on Book #3!!!
Thank you, Naomi Valkyrie!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Faida is the second book in the Heartstrings series by Brooke May. It is an original, sweet and fun paranormal romance story. This is the second book in the series, but you don’t have to have read the first book in order to enjoy this one. Each book in the series focuses on one of ‘Cupid’s’ chosen ones- one member of his team who help humans find love, while also introducing us to the other members who presumably will get their own story at some stage. We followed Aiko in the first book, and this time it is Faida’s turn.
We met Faida back in book one, but this time she gets the spotlight. We get to know so much more about her- and she is full of complexities. I love how Ms. May has crafted such wonderfully quirky characters who each have their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws. Faida was so much more than she first appears- which made this story all the more fun to follow.
Bring on Book #3!
Thank you, Brooke May!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
The Rest of Forever by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book started off on a pretty somber note considering how April’s life is pretty mundane to say the least. I found comedic relief for me in this book was more like a movie since I listened to it as opposed to reading it through audiobook. The narrator not only bought the story to life in my imagination but so did the author for me. This story is unique. It’s funny. It’s true to life (or death) depending on how you see it. I think it bought on more than a romance element but the innocence that love is especially for characters like the ones we’ve been introduced to here. WAIT, that’s not the only appealing factor in this story. What reared this story in for me was that she’s an angel in training under Damian. The fun part was the fantasy, mythical and love story all over the book. EVERYthing about this was loving, sweet, intriguing and exciting to follow.
The Last Christmas by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Dave and Joan Wright are given an amazing Christmas miracle a cure. Whilst santa is giving this miracle to this couple they have their doubts. What can santa do that modern medicine cannot do. Upstairs is full will they belive santa or find a cure with medience themselves.
Hell Hath No Fury by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book in this series. I loved this one as much as the first. This is an author that is fast becoming one of my favorites. Her books will pull you in right from the beginning and her characters are unique and creative. This book is no different. This is a well developed book that is engaging and details that brings the story to life. The characters are fun and entertaining to read about. This is a shorter story that kept me turning pages to the end. Juniper Lake is not some place you would normally find the MC of this story but she has taken interest in a human deputy. Her problem is that if she follows her heart, she could break a friend or get her killed. I loved this book. The characters made the story easy for me to read and want to know what happened to them. I read this book in one sitting as it is that good. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
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Flipping the Bird by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by her yet. This is a paranormal romance story that is full of fun characters and plenty of shifters. This is a well developed story that pulled me in right from the beginning. The characters brought the story to life and made it feel realistic. They even made me giggle once or twice. This is a story about Alice who is a crow shifter. The magical stream in the town she lives in is drying up. But when a hot warlock comes to town, he just may be their saving. His connection with the town is a little more than any one expects. As he finds himself falling for Alice, he could risk everything if he is exposed. I really enjoyed these characters. They brought the story to a new level and so entertaining. They made the story for me. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
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Eye of Death by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Eye of Death is the third book in the Vampire State series. In order to truly appreciate this book, you need to read the two previous ones.
This book is a great continuation of the series. Rowena is deciding on her loyalties. Eye of Death contains some suspense, danger, drama, and social commentary that lead to some surprising twists. There isn’t much more I can say without ruining the impact of the story with spoilers.
I love the uniqueness of this series and look forward to reading the next book.
Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Second book in the heart string series by Brooke May. All cupids deal with different types of people Faida has a task of the troublesome ones. It very interesting following Fadia story. Really enjoy it romance is Worth a read.
First, We Kill All the Lawyers by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love that this gave more than one story; it wasn’t just action, or murder mystery or love story. And no specific thing overpowered the other, if that makes sense.
I kept wanting to know who would be next & why, how? Would they figure it out? Would she kill her husband? For longest time I just wanted to know who the heck her husband was! All around good read.
Eye of Death by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Eye of Death: A Paranormal Romance by Alexander Charalambides
Four Stars
Eye of Death is the third book in the Vampire State series by Alexander Charalambides. This series should be read in order, if you haven’t read the first two books, I highly recommend you go back and read them first. All of the books are excellent, but you need the backstory from the first two to really understand all of the nuances of this book. Rowena is back and trying to figure out which path she needs to take. This book hooked me from the first page and I just couldn’t put it down until I finished the last.Alexander Charalambides has a very interesting take on vampires that makes the story not like other vampire romance. If you love Paranormal Vampire Books, I highly recommend this one.
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The Last Christmas by Seelie Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this Christmas book. It is full of Christmas spirit, magic and of course, it would not be Christmas without Santa. This is a well written story that brings hope to a difficult topic for some. The characters bring the story to life and bring lots of emotions. This is a shorter story that I found to be engaging and fast paced. This is a story about a family whose father is dying of cancer. Santa steps in and tells his wife that she must keep him alive. She wonders how when she has no medical training or skills. Will she and the rest of the family learn the true meaning of a miracle? This is such a great story and the characters are amazing. It will show you the true meaning of Christmas. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Review by @bjwagner
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This is my first book by Carrie Pulkinen. It was a great story idea with humans and angels. I loved this story. It is a love story between two guardians – as in guardian angels. It gives the idea of how the angels become guardians and extremely detailed. These two characters have some baggage to work through, but it is a great read. The narrators were fantastic. They helped get me into this story easily. I recommend it! Can’t wait to see what this author has coming up next.
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Revel (The Howl Series Book 1) by Alden Elway – Review by Gail Guerrero
Four Stars
I enjoy a good paranormal story. Especially one done right. This definitely wasn’t typical. You have Revel a female shifter trying to discover who she is and what she is meant to do in life. Living what seems to be in the 1920’s where women are loved but controlled. I liked that the forest was her place of peace. That in all the crazy there was a place for her to breathe and just be. Until there wasn’t. That place became a crime scene. I really liked Jamie. Daniel was too full of himself for me. Overall the story was very interesting. I liked how Revel came into her own. Found her self worth and stood up for what she believed. There is a lot of action and it is very intense. The forbidden fruit of having a human mate isn’t new but was a nice bonus to the story.
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Revel (The Howl Series, #1) by Alden Elway was a good 4 star read.
It took me a bit to get pulled fully into the story but once I got past a certain point I couldn’t put it down.
Revel is a female pack member who is trying to find herself. She breaks one of the biggest cardinal rules of the pack, don’t be seen by humans. When she goes to tell her brother what happened, she sees the man walking out with her brother. The man happens to be a conservation officer. There is something about him that pulls Revel in, but another rule is the wolves can’t have a human for a mate. But she can’t help herself, she starts to see him on the sly.
Things take another twist and the pack members find body parts. It appears that the attacks may be animal related. What will happen when the pack finds out the truth? What will happen with Jamie?
Overall this was a great thrilling read. All of the characters added a great element to the story. I really liked Revel, I felt bad for her at times because all she wanted was to be loved and not controlled by her family. If you like this paranormal romance you will enjoy this one. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Revel by Alden Elway is the first book in the Howl series and was a really good read! It took me a couple of chapters to get into the story but once I was in, I was hooked and didn’t want to put it down. The story was great, and the characters were awesome. I loved the friendly camaraderie between the family in the pack, and their different personalities. The author did a great job writing a different take on shifters. This was a shifter novel unlike any I’ve read before. I can’t wait to see what happens in the next novel!
The Rest of Forever by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Rest Of Forever by Carrie Pulkinen
Five Stars
The Rest of Forever is a paranormal story by Carrie Pulkinen. She is a new to me author, but I enjoyed this story so much I’m looking forward to reading to more books by Carrie. April and Damian are great characters. The book had me laughing out loud, and that to me makes a book GREAT. This is a special take on guardian angels. I couldn’t put his book down, and read it in one sitting.
Curt Bonnem is the narrator ’of this book. He really brought the characters to life. This is the first book by curt that I listened to by Curt. He is going on my favorite narrator list. This is definitely a five star listen!
Review by@sunbarn
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Revel by Alden Elway
4 Stars!!!!
I have yet again found a new author and a new series to read. I thoroughly enjoyed the story. I like
how there is drama and some intrigue mixed in with a little romance. I like that this book had a little complexity to the plot and a bit of drama. The characters really jumped off of the pages and I felt as though I was right there in the thick of the action.
I really like how the main character Revel comes to her Alpha not just for the pack but in a ways for
herself as well. I like how there is an underlying unknown and that the author brings it out. I could feel the complexity of Revel’s emotions as she goes through the events. I really look forward to reading more from this author and this series.
Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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The Rest of Forever by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Rest of Forever
Reigning Hearts
Book 2
By Carrie Pulkinen
☆☆☆☆☆
This is a full length Paranormal Romance. This is an enemies to lovers story.
April Carter is a high school history teacher. She sometimes wishes for more. But when she dies at the young age of thirty. She wants to know more. Waking up in the afterlife, not in Heaven? She wants to know even more. Then there is Damian, someone she does not care for. But wait he is her trainer. His job was to make her become a guardian. Will April learn or fight her enemy, Damian? What about the life she left behind, her friends, her boyfriend, and her kids? OK get you reading started.
Carrie Pulkinen wrote this paranormal romance. Her book is a real page turner, and your emotions will be toyed with as you read. I love the characters, April and Damian both have inner struggles, both fighting the need to be together. I am sure you too will enjoy this story as much as I did. Well Done Carrie Pulkinen! Well Done!
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Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This paranormal wolf shifter romance has plenty of action, drama, mystery and suspense which had me hooked from start to finish. Revel Finley is a female wolf shifter and as a female her pack has certain expectations of her and although she is loved she is also controlled. The forest is her sanctuary and the place she can be and feel free. One rule is not to be spotted by humans, so Revel is concerned when she is spotted by conservation officer Jaime but then she breaks another rule when she realises that Jaime is her mate. Shifters are forbidden from having a human mate but secrets are hard to keep within the pack especially when a new wolf the arrogant and annoyingly good looking Daniel seems to be following her around. However, when hikers start to go missing in her forest and then bodies are found with injuries that look like an animal attack things become dangerous for the whole pack. Wolves have been spotted too close to town and the locals have started rumours and Revel and the pack worry that the humans will learn about them, the wolf shifters. Revel also has to face the truth about who she really is.
This is a fast paced and action packed novel with a wolf shifter storyline but with a twist. The mystery elements of the plot kept me guessing until the end and I was gripped by the whole story. The narrative flows well making it an easy and enjoyable read and I felt engaged with the characters who really come alive, as does the setting due to the descriptive writing. I liked the main character, Revel as she was both likeable and relatable and I enjoyed the forbidden romance element between her and Jaime, who’s chemistry really came across in the story. I look forward to future books in this series.
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Book Review: Revel (The Howl Series, Book 1)
Author: Alden Elway
Five Stars
Shifter story about a female Werewolf and her family. Meets a human male which is a HUGE no-no in the family.
Can Revel fight her feelings and stay away from the human. Can she keep her secret and the secret of her family.
Good writing and the underlying mystery in the story will keep you engaged. Alden Elway is a really good writer of shifter stories. A must watch for future books.
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Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great first read from this author and I can’t wait to read more. This was an engaging fast-paced, action-packed paranormal fantasy read that had me hooked from the very beginning. I loved following these characters journeys and seeing where their story would take them. I was on the edge of my seat with this read, as it had me wondering what could happen next. This book grew with each chapter and had me captivated until the very end! If you want a read that gives you a rollercoaster and gives you a range of genre then this is the book for you! I highly recommend this read and can’t wait for more!
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Revel by Alden Elway
Revel (The Howl Series Book 1) by Alden Elway. This is the first book I’ve read by this author but it will not be my last. I loved this fast paced Paranormal story. It kept flipping pages well into the night. Its the story of Revel Finley who is 22 and is a werewolf shifter. She lives with her family in a cabin in the woods and tries to stay hidden from most people. One day while in the woods she accidentally sees a human and her brother Soren is furious. The guy she saw is Soren’s coworker Jamie and she is smitten. Never having had these feelings before she is confused. Revel gets a job at the local farmers market and is busy with that but it throw her in Jamie’s path more and more. She begins to lie to her family in order to spend more time with him. When hikers start to go missing she and her family are worried their true identity will be figured out. Will she be able to find out what is happening to the hikers before her family is found out and will she open her heart to Jamie no matter her family. Read Revel to find out!
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Revel
By Alden Elway
This was a very enjoyable read for me. As soon as I started reading this book I couldn’t put it down. I found this story to be original in many ways. This book has secrets, romance, danger, suspense, great characters and so much more. Revel is a strong, independent character that I grew to like and I found myself at the edge of my seat wanting to know what was going to happen with her. Revel is very close to her family and there are certain expectations for a female wolf, she can’t help but feel different and want more. What happens when all her secrets come out? There are other great characters in this story that you don’t want to miss out on. This is the first book I have read by this author and I am glad I did, this author wrote with such vivid detail that I felt like I was right there in it. I can’t wait to read what’s next. I will definitely be reading more by this author. I highly recommend this book.
The Last Christmas by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Dave and Joan Wright are given an amazing Christmas miracle a cure. Whilst santa is giving this miracle to this couple they have their doubts. What can santa do that modern medicine cannot do. Upstairs is full will they belive santa or find a cure with medience themselves.
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a really good book. It is faced paced and contains a little bit of everything from paranormal to mystery and romance. The characters are really well written and I was gripped by Revel’s story.
Revel is a werewolf and part of a pack. Being a member of the pack means she has to abide by certain rules. One of the main ones being no falling for humans. So imagine her trouble when she finds herself doing just that. She can’t explain her attraction to Jamie but it’s definately strong. Can she keep their budding relationship a secret? Will she get punished for even thinking it? Revel’s life is full of secrets can a relationship with a human work when she has to hide so much?
Also added to these problems is the fact that hikers are disappearing in their wood. Are Revel and her family in danger? Why are the hikers disappearing and by who’s hands?
Revel by Alden Elway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Revel (The Howl Series Book 1) by Alden Elway
4 Stars
This is more than just a book about werewolves. It is a story about a young woman figuring out who and what she wants to be; accepting it and embracing it. Being a woman in a pack means being loved but being controlled. The men have freedom and make the rules while the women abide by them. Revel has always walked a fine line between obedience and insolence. Running in the forest is her only freedom until she is spotted by a hiker. Unfortunately for her, this hiker happens to work with her brother and mentions it to him. Caught within the depths of Jaime’s blue eyes, Revel wants to taste the forbidden fruit. So the lies begin because being with a human is against the law.
As bodies of dead hikers start piling up in their territory, Revel realizes how hard it is to live a lie. With evidence pointing to animal attacks and wolves spotted closer to town, the pack needs to be careful. The pack finding out about her human boyfriend is the least of her worries. She needs to admit who she truly is to protect her pack.
This is an intense, action packed story. It was easy to connect with the characters and live the story through them. I was intrigued to learn more about Revel and her background. The story left me hanging and now I can’t wait to read part two.
Review by @ Anna Hirsch
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