"Once Bitten, Forever Burned" by Eve Langlais and Stacey Kennedy

ONCE BITTEN, FOREVER BURNED BY EVE LANGLAIS AND STACEY KENNEDY

SERIES: Stand-alone/Mini anthology
PUBLISHER: Eve Langlais
GENRE: Paranormal Romance
SOURCE: Free E-copy from Smashwords

SUMMARY (from Goodreads)

A mini anthology containing:
DEVON'S REDEMPTION by Eve Langlais
Bethany lost her one and only love to a war overseas. As if that weren’t bad enough, a brutal attack and claiming by a Lycan makes her life a living hell. She lives only for revenge until the day love comes back into her life and promises to rescue her from her misery. However, the mate who forced her isn’t about to let her go. Devon died on the battlefield only to be reborn as a creature of the night. He fights to stay away from his one true love, but when he caves to his desire and sees her again, he discovers redemption is possible even for one who walks in darkness.

CRUZ'S SALVATION by Stacey Kennedy
Cruz understands torment. A mortal turned vampire in the war, he has suffered untold loneliness and despair. That is until he meets Kiara—a werewolf he’s forbidden to love. Though Kiara needs Cruz, and wants him forever, werewolves and vampires are bitter enemies. To make matters worse, her Alpha, also her father, suspects that Kiara pines for a mate. Mistaking her sadness for the longing she feels for Cruz, he sets out to give her all the happiness he can provide. Together, Kiara and Cruz will have to fight against the rules placed upon them to hold onto their love. But an unwanted visitor creates a complication neither of them planned for. Milo, Kiara’s chosen mate, has come to stake his claim. Now, not only are lives at risk, but hearts are threatened and dreams hang in the balance.

MY REVIEW

The story seemed intriguing, too bad that everything went way too fast for any hope of a well plot development. The characters weren't particularly believable and I'm afraid their dialogues sounded a bit silly, especially in the second story, where I had to laugh at some reactions. Also, although there's sex involved, there was no sensuality whatsoever and the hotness those kind of stories usually cause, didn't quite follow its course.

It was a very quick read, but unfortunately the writing style wasn't of my liking and with the rush of the events I couldn't really enjoy the eBook at all.

RATING: 1/5

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"Lover Avenged" by J.R. Ward

LOVER AVENGED BY J.R. WARD

SERIES: Black Dagger Brotherhood #7
PUBLISHER: Piatkus
GENRE: Paranormal Romance
SOURCE: Review copy received from the publisher

SUMMARY (from the book)

Caldwell, New York, has long been the battleground  for the vampires and their enemies, the Lessening Society. It's also where Rehvenge has staked out his turf as a drug lord and owner of a notorious nightclub that caters to the rich and heavily armed. His shadowy reputation is exactly why he's approached to kill Wrath, the Blind King, and leader of the Brotherhood. However, Rehvenge has always kept his distance from the Brotherhood. He's a symphath and the revelation of this deadly secret will result in his banishment to a colony for sociopaths. And as plots within and outside the Brotherhood take their toll against Rehvenge, he turns to the only source of light in a darkening world: Ehlena, a vampire untouched by the corruption that has its hold on him - and the one thing standing between him and eternal destruction.

MY REVIEW

You don't really believe it's possible to fall for a drug (Lord) dealer who's also a pimp and who also has killer instincts to keep under control all the time, right? Wrong, of course. Rehvenge is one of the most fascinating characters I encountered in this series so far. And believe me, there are a lot... Still, Rehv has something different that you can't quite picture at first and perhaps not even totally comprehend until this very instalment, but it's always there, you can feel it and, for a reason or another, it won't make you dislike him even if you try hard. After "Lover Avenged"? It's all being crazily lost for him!

I had a rush of strong emotions running in me all the time, and I have to point out how much I loved the whole flirting between Rehv and Elhena. Those two seriously gave me chills, made me grin, sometimes even laugh, but I might have cried a little (too much), too... They're so different and still so very close. A very well match indeed. But if they are so, what can I say about John Matthew and Xhex? Now, they definitely made my eyes burn with tears and I can't imagine how it's going to be with the next instalment I'm about to read...

I loved the whole plot with all the usual unexpected, amazing twists and the cliffhanger here was a real killer! Be prepared to have "Lover Mine" at hand as soon as you finish this one, or you're going to seriously regret it!

RATING: 4.5/5

"Father Mine" by J.R. Ward

FATHER MINE BY J.R. WARD

SERIES: Black Dagger Brotherhood #6.5

PUBLISHER: Piatkus

GENRE: Paranormal Romance

SOURCE: Gifted by a friend

SUMMARY (from Goodreads)

As a former blood slave, Zsadist bore the scars from a past filled with suffering and degradation until Bella came along and helped heal his emotional wounds. Now, though, with the birth of their child, the demons of his past have been resurrected, called forth by the innocent eyes of his beloved daughter, Nalla. Unless Bella and Nalla can bring him back with their love, he may be lost to them forever.

MY REVIEW

I read "Father Mine" as part of the Compendium an amazing friend of mine surprisingly gifted me. Z and Bella are two characters I've always loved, so it could have only been a pure pleasure for me to read a novella about them. And now that Nalla has been added to the lovely family picture, how could I not be anything but ecstatic? Of course, to reach the happiness we usually need to follow a long and hard road and this couple was no exception... But then, it wouldn't be Z and Bella if everything went smooth, and the beauty of Z is getting into you every time making you inevitably cry first (possibly more than once) and letting you literally melt for him later (surely more than you think).

I simply loved this novella, it was emotional, sweet and it also had a special tenderness of its own. Another gorgeous story in a series with plenty of outstanding plots and awesome characters!

RATING: 5/5

Cover Reveal: "The Devil's Kiss Trilogy" by Gemma James!

Today I'm really pleased to be part of the cover reveal for The Devil's Kiss Trilogy by Gemma James!

First thing first, I already read the three novelettes of this gorgeous trilogy and I must say it's a very beautiful piece of dark erotica! Second, but not less important, Gemma James is not just a girl who clearly loves writing (and she does so with great style!), she puts lots of effort in creating beautiful covers for her works (see the covers for the single novelettes as well and be amazed by them!) and she is also a fab person whom I wish all the best, personally and professionally!

And now, the moment you're waiting for...
Here's the cover for this beautiful trilogy!

THE DEVIL'S KISS TRILOGY
(Ultimatum - Enslaved - Retribution)

Kayla Sutton faces a question no mother wants to face: what would you do to save your daughter? Broke and desperate, she siphons thousands from the company she works for in order to pay for her daughter’s life-saving treatment, but when Gage Channing discovers her theft, she is shocked to learn that her domineering boss has no intention of turning her over to the police. Instead he issues an ultimatum—submit to him, or go to jail.
As her daughter’s life hangs in the balance, Kayla must dig deep to find the strength to fully submit, to travel down the path of pain and pleasure. But when her past catches up to her, prompting a free fall into forbidden territory with a man she once fiercely loved, she knows her only recourse is to come clean about her transgression and beg her Master’s forgiveness . . . only she never imagined he’d have such a horrifying punishment awaiting her.
She faced sexual servitude in Ultimatum. In Enslaved she was seduced into craving it. Now she must find the strength to either accept the part of her that craves him still, or walk away for good . . .
NOTE TO READERS: THE DEVIL’S KISS TRILOGY is a novel with a BDSM edge and contains material that is only suitable for adult readers. If dark and edgy erotic fiction isn’t your kind of read, you might not enjoy this story. Approximately 52,000 words.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Gemma James writes dark erotica fiction, drinks too much caffeine, and stays up too late. She’s morbidly curious about anything dark and edgy, whether it be serial killers or BDSM. Erotica is a new venture for her, and she’s looking forward to exploring the deviant side of human nature, the contrast of pleasure and pain.

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Blood Rush Pre-Release Tour: Spotlight & Giveaway!

Today I'm very happy to open Blood Rush Pre-Release Tour, organized by Dark World Books!
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BLOOD RUSH BY ASH KRAFTON
(Demimonde #2)

Sophie doesn’t believe in happily ever after. These days, she’d settle for alive after sunrise. Advice columnist and newly-appointed oracle to the demivampire, Sophie Galen has more issues than a Cosmo collection: a new mentor with a mean streak, a werewolf stalker she can’t shake, and a relationship with her ex’s family that redefines the term complicated. And then there’s her ex himself, who is more interested in playing leader of the vampire pack than in his own salvation. Becoming a better oracle is tough enough, but when Sophie encounters a deadly enemy – one she never dreamed of facing – it will take everything she’s ever learned in order to survive.

Add Blood Rush to your Goodreads list!
(Release day May 14th)

"If there is any book that you have to read this year, this book is it! Full of suspense, action, mystery, and the undercurrents of romance, the unique paranormal world that Ms. Krafton has created will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last sentence!" — Place of Reads

Check also "Bleeding Hearts", the first instalment in the Demimonde series.

BLEEDING HEARTS BY ASH KRAFTON
(Demimonde #1)

Sophie Galen is an advice columnist who is saving the world – one damned person at a time. Shy and sensitive Sophie has all but given up on love until she meets Marek, a mysterious stranger who seduces her with his striking good looks and his take-charge attitude. Yet the darkness she senses within him may be more than she is prepared to handle when Marek draws her into a world of vampires, werewolves, and treachery. Forced to leave behind the comfortable routines and certainties of her past, Sophie makes unbearable sacrifices and uncovers hidden truths about herself and the world around her.

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Amazon - Barnes & Noble

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ash Krafton writes from the heart…of the Pennsylvania coal region, that is. She is the author of the Books of the Demimonde (Pink Narcissus Press). BLEEDING HEARTS (Demimonde #1) is a six-time RWA finalist and was voted “Reviewer Top Pick” by Gravetells.com. Ash continues the story of Sophie and her Demivampires in her latest release BLOOD RUSH (Demimonde #2). She’s hard at work (when she isn’t watching Doctor Who) writing the third book, WOLF’S BANE. Fans of paranormal love stories can also look forward to STRANGER AT THE HELL GATE, which is forthcoming with the renown romance ebook publisher The Wild Rose Press. Ash Krafton’s poetry and short fiction has appeared in several journals, including Niteblade, Bete Noire, Abandoned Towers, and Silver Blade. She’s a member of Pennwriters, RWA, and Maryland Writers Association. She lurks near her blog and contributes to the QueryTracker blog. Ash lives with her family and their German Shepherd dog deep in the Pennsylvania wilds, awaiting the day the TARDIS appears in the driveway (the dog most likely keeps the Doctor away. What a beast.) Until then, she writes.

How to connect with Ash:
Website - Blog - Twitter - Facebook - Goodreads

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"Retribution" by Gemma James

RETRIBUTION BY GEMMA JAMES

SERIES: The Devil's Kiss #3

PUBLISHER: Gemma James

GENRE: Dark Erotica

SOURCE: Review copy received from the author

SUMMARY (from Goodreads)

Kayla Sutton thinks it’s over. She now holds the leverage she believes will end her contract with her blackmailer, but Gage Channing isn’t going down without a fight. He’s turned the tables on her, cleverly making her submit under the guise of giving her a choice, and Kayla soon discovers that retribution isn’t so black and white when everyone around her has secrets. She faced sexual servitude in Ultimatum. In Enslaved she was seduced into craving it. Now she must find the strength to either accept the part of her that craves him still, or walk away for good...

MY REVIEW

I'll be damned, I would have never guessed! What Gemma James did with this last instalment in her beautiful trilogy was pure magic. She not only revealed something impossible to have ever imagined, she scared me with a fab plot twist and then surprised me with what I would define a very well thought, appropriate finale. See? Magic!

I previously told I was for Gage all the way and I can only confirm you that. He is a very strong character, frighteningly irresistible and with many demons of his own that make him even more interesting... He is what gives the story that powerful intensity that never leaves you but constantly builds a crescendo of suspense and anticipation for the next move. Never predictable, always exciting.

Brilliant! I applaud Gemma James and her creativity. Of course, I suggest to all of you dark erotica readers not to waste more time. Go grab The Devil's Kiss trilogy now and start reading it right away!

RATING: 5/5