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Grave Mercy

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Grave Mercy (His Fair Assassin #1) by Robin LaFevers (2012)

Grave Mercy

YA Fiction | Historical Fantasy | Romance
3.5 Stars
Blurb:

“Why be the sheep, when you can be the wolf?

Seventeen-year-old Ismae escapes from the brutality of an arranged marriage into the sanctuary of the convent of St. Mortain, where the sisters still serve the gods of old. Here she learns that the god of Death Himself has blessed her with dangerous gifts—and a violent destiny. If she chooses to stay at the convent, she will be trained as an assassin and serve as a handmaiden to Death. To claim her new life, she must destroy the lives of others.  Continue reading →

The Goblins of Bellwater (Q&A + Giveaway!)

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The Goblins of Bellwater by Molly Ringle (2017)
-eARC Review-

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NA Fiction | Paranormal | Romance | (TV-14)
3 Stars
Blurb:

“A contemporary romance inspired by Christina Rossetti’s eerie, sensual poem, “Goblin Market.” Four neighbors encounter sinister enchantments and a magical path to love in a small, modern-day Puget Sound town, where a fae realm hides in the woods and waters…  Continue reading →

Savage Souls | (book roulette)

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book roulette post

I am an avid reader and a dedicated book blogger but sometimes I get requests from authors to review their books and unfortunately I just don’t have the time in my busy schedule and/or perhaps it’s just not quite my thing. So every once in a while instead of reading/reviewing their book, I’ll agree to put together a little post to help pass along the word in case any of you readers out there will find it interesting. This time it seems the book roulette has landed on an Urban Fantasy Romance. It sounds like a potentially absorbing read but I’m not quite sure it’s my thing but maybe it’ll interest some of you. Here we go…  Continue reading →

The Beautiful Ones

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The Beautiful Ones by Silvia Moreno-Garcia (2017)
-eARC Review-

the beautiful ones

Fiction | Historical Romance | Paranormal | (TV-14)
4 StarsBlurb:

“Antonina Beaulieu is in the glittering city of Loisail for her first Grand Season, where she will attend balls and mingle among high society in hopes of landing a suitable husband. But Antonina is telekinetic, and strange events in her past have made her the subject of malicious gossip and hardly a sought-after bride. Now, under the tutelage of her cousin’s wife, she is finally ready to shed the past and learn the proper ways of society.  Continue reading →

Lies Jane Austen Told Me

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Lies Jane Austen Told Me by Julie Wright (2017)
-eARC Review-

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NA Fiction | Contemporary Romance | Rom-Com
4 Stars
Blurb:

“Ever since Emma read Pride and Prejudice, she’s been in love with Mr. Darcy and has regarded Jane Austen as the expert on all things romantic. So naturally when Emma falls for Blake Hampton and he invites her home to meet his parents, she is positive an engagement is in her future. After all, Blake is a single man in possession of a good fortune, and thus must be in want of a wife.  Continue reading →

Roar

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Roar (Stormheart #1) by Cora Carmack (2017)

Roar

YA Fiction | Fantasy | Romance
4 Stars
Blurb:

“In a land ruled and shaped by violent magical storms, power lies with those who control them.

Aurora Pavan comes from one of the oldest Stormling families in existence. Long ago, the ungifted pledged fealty and service to her family in exchange for safe haven, and a kingdom was carved out from the wildlands and sustained by magic capable of repelling the world’s deadliest foes. As the sole heir of Pavan, Aurora’s been groomed to be the perfect queen. She’s intelligent and brave and honorable. But she’s yet to show any trace of the magic she’ll need to protect her people.

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The Librarian | Book Blitz!

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I’m excited to promote a new book in the YA world: THE LIBRARIAN. Keep scrolling to find out more about this fantastic book, its author, read an exclusive excerpt, and enter the giveaway to win! This book is definitely on my TBR list!  Continue reading →

Outlander

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Outlander (TV Show, 2014- )

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Adult Romance | Historical Fiction
Rated TV-MA
4 Stars

Starring: Caitriona Balfe (Claire Randall), Sam Heughan (Jamie Fraser), Tobias Menzies (Jack Randall/Frank Randall)

Blurb: “After serving as a British Army nurse in World War II, Claire Randall is enjoying a second honeymoon in Scotland with husband Frank, an MI6 officer looking forward to a new career as an Oxford historian. Suddenly, Claire is transported to 1743 and into a mysterious world where her freedom and life are threatened. To survive, she marries Jamie Fraser, a strapping Scots warrior with a complicated past and a disarming sense of humor. A passionate relationship ensues, and Claire is caught between two vastly different men in two inharmonious lives. “Outlander” is adapted from the best-selling books by Diana Gabaldon.”
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Blacksouls

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Blacksouls (Blackhearts #2) by Nicole Castroman (2017)

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YA Fiction | Historical: Pirates
4.5 stars
Blurb:

“Nicole Castroman brings the dangerous pirate ports of the Caribbean to life in this vibrant sequel to Blackhearts—the reimagined origin story of history’s most infamous pirate, Blackbeard.

Edward “Teach” Drummond is setting sail to the Caribbean as first mate on the most celebrated merchant ship in the British fleet—until he rebels against his captain. Mutiny is a capital offense and Teach knows it could cost him his life, but he believes it worth the risk in order to save his crew from the attacking Spanish ships.  Continue reading →

The Librarian | Cover Reveal & Giveaway!

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COVER REVEAL

Today Christy Sloat and Rockstar Book Tours are revealing the cover for THE LIBRARIAN, which releases June 17, 2017! Check out the gorgeous cover, read an exclusive excerpt, and enter to win some awesome swag!

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