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Archives for January 2010

Book Review – I Only Have Fangs for You by Kathy Love

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I Only Have Fangs For You
Pooooor silly, sweet and sinfully sexy Sebastian…all befuddled because he can’t stop thinking about the off-beat waitress that now works for him. Not his usual cup of tea (he prefers the super-model types), the klutzy, overly pale (even for a vampire) messy haired, bespeckeled female has definitely caught his attention.

“Nadine, I appreciate your decision, but I’m not sure she’s cut out for a job here. I mean look at Greta.” He gestured to the leggy blonde, , leaning on the end of the bar chatting with Crystal, a curvy brunette. “And Crystal. Our cocktail waitresses are part of the allure of the place. They are supposed to be a draw for the patrons.” read more

Ava Gray – Skin Series Reading Order:

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 As per the author’s FAQ:

… romantic suspense with paranormal elements, but the paranormal part comes from science, rather than nature or magic. These books are sexy, dark, edgy, and gritty.

  • Skin Game (Berkley Sensation)
  • Skin Tight (expected release date: June 1, 2010)
  • Skin Heat (Berkley Sensation)
  • Skin and Bone as found in the Primal Anthology (expected release date February 1st 2011)
  • Skin Dive (expected release date: July 5th 2011)
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    Ann Aguirre – The Jax Series Reading Order:

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    A blurb from the author’s website:

    Sirantha Jax is a “Jumper,” a woman who possesses the unique genetic makeup needed to navigate faster than light ships through grimspace.

         

    Chloe Neill – Chicagoland Vampires Series Reading Order

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    Highly recommended by fellow reader, Susan:

    “Chloe Neill’s Chicagoland vampire series is pretty awesome! Merit is becoming one bad ass vampire chick. You can expect relationships being tested, new bonds, and heart break over love lost all while her new life as a vampire takes her on adventures and investigations.”

    Bronwyn agrees:

    “Chloe Neill’s Chicagoland Vamps series is Brilliant.”

    About the series:

    Sure, the life of a graduate student wasn’t exactly glamorous, but it was Merit’s. She was doing fine until a rogue vampire attacked her. But he only got a sip before he was scared away by another bloodsucker—and this one decided the best way to save her life was to make her the walking undead. read more

    Book Review – Fangs But No Fangs by Kathy Love

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    Fangs But No Fangs
    First off…how clever are these book titles?? I just figured out that the neat little play on words actually hints at what the story will be about. Fangs for the Memories (book one) was about a vampire who gets amnesia…get it?

    This book clued me in because Christian (the evil vampire brother from book#1), gets his conscience back in this story by attempting to become more human.

    Due to devastating circumstances in book 1, Christian is determined to get a sense of his humanity back. He decides to move away from his luxuries, live closely amongst the human population (a trailer park seemed appropriate), and connect with others. Determined not to bite, he restricts his feedings to bagged blood, and even feeding is restricted to small portion sizes. He drinks just enough to allow him to “live” while diminishing his powers, essentially forcing him to become more human – even his fangs fail him, no longer reacting to stimuli. Fangs But No Fangs…get it? He’s a vampire, but not really…sorta. read more