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1/16/12

Changeling Dream WINNERS!

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In Dani Harper's Changeling series, "readers will encounter a realistic and endearing cast of characters from within a super exciting reading adventure that will leave you fully satisfied". (See my review here)

Changeling Moon, Changeling #1
by Dani Harper
Brava
May 31, 2011
ISBN-10: 075826514X
ISBN-13: 978-075826514

Blurb
He roams the moonlit wilderness, his every sense and instinct on high alert. Changeling wolf Connor Macleod and his Pack have never feared anything -- until the night human Zoey Tyler barely escapes a rogue werewolf's vicious attack.

As the full moon approaches, Zoey has no idea of the changes that are coming, and only Connor can show her what she is, and help her master the wildness inside. With her initiation into the Pack just days away and a terrifying predator on the loose, the tentative bonds of trust and tenderness are their only weapons against a force red in tooth, claw ... and ultimate evil.

Changeling Dream, Changeling #2
by Dani Harper
Brava
June 28, 2011)
ISBN-10: 0758265166
ISBN-13: 978-0758265166

Blurb
In times of stress Jillian Descharme has always found calm in her dream of a great white wolf with haunting blue eyes. But she is startled when the visions return and this time seem so real. Late at night he comes to her, speaks to her, touches her. It's almost as if he's alive...

Thirty years ago James Macleod lost his wife and unborn child to a killer bent on destroying the Changelings. Though he longed for death, his animal instinct fought for survival and James has been a wolf ever since. Yet now a woman has reawakened the man in him, taming wild instincts but arousing still wilder needs. With his ancient enemy hunting the legendary white wolf, James must fight for new life, new hope, new love.

Changeling Dawn, Changeling #3
by Dani Harper
Brava
December 27, 2011
ISBN-10: 0758265182
ISBN-13: 978-0758265180

Blurb

Run

Shadow and moonlight merge beneath her bare feet, the forest floor blurring as she flees the dogs and torches. Werewolf, monster—those are the names given her kind by the humans who hate them.

Hunt

Kenzie Macleod has spent her whole life hiding what she is, and she’s not about to open up to any man, even one as powerfully attractive as wildlife expert Josh Talarkoteen. But legend says that a Changeling cannot escape the call of her true mate, even in the wilderness of backcountry Alaska.

Mate

An isolated archeological site, a terrified Changeling cub, a shadowy research facility—as Kenzie and Josh face the ultimate betrayal, his obsidian eyes promise untold pleasure and hint at dark secrets of his own…

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1/15/12

Kindle Fire Contest!

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An AWESOME and ANONYMOUS

auther has generaoulsy provided the prizes for this giveaway!

Head on over to Sparkling Reviews for your chance to win!

Enter to win a Brand New Kindle Fire and a $50 Gift Card!

1/11/12

The Botticelli Affair

Mystery, intrigue, lies, and danger; The Botticelli Affair has it all. Oh, and let’s not forget the PNR prerequisite, hot blooded romance and corny clichés. Yes, I said it “corny”. Perhaps I am being a bit harsh (and I do sincerely apologize for that), but it seems that this sub-genre has become inundated with more and more of the same old “boy meets girl” scenario that I find myself practically begging for something…anything that is even just a teensy bit different. Let’s face it; it’s all just more of the same! – Girl meets boy in bar, girl becomes instantly attracted to boy’s manly magnetism and, almost instantaneously, becomes completely and utterly ensnared by him. Seriously? They only met a mere few days past and already their lives have become so entwined, so utterly interwoven…so completely predictable that the reader can practically write the rest of the story themselves. Ugh!

Now, the above is not to say that The Botticelli Affair is not a “good” read, because it is. This tale has just enough to create the escape and effortless adventure that readers generally look for when crawling between the pages. But, that’s it…just good. Slatton delivers a tale that is good enough to keep the reader interested in reading through to the next chapter, but (most unfortunately) brings nothing to the table that would make many want to come back for more.

On a promising note, Traci L. Slatton has introduced a different twist to the main PNR vampire plot with a Dracula meets DaVinci theme. A new take on the everyday that just may have been salvation for The Botticelli Affair.

My apologies for this less-than-stellar review. I always hate to be a downer, but feel it is my duty as a reviewer to be honest. Please know that I mean absolutely no ill will towards Ms. Slatton and feel that perhaps if I had read this tale at a different time in my life, my experience may have been quite different. Technically speaking, The Botticelli Affair is a well written tale with a solid foundation, unusual characters and a well paced story arc which is concluded quite effectively.

Readers Beware! It may be a good idea to keep a dictionary, translator and your trusty Google tools nearby to assist you in gaining a full understanding of what the heck Ms. Slatton is talking about…just sayin’.

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To learn more about Traci, you can visit her online here:

A review copy of The Botticelli Affair was provided by FBS Media.

The Botticelli Affair
by Traci L. Slatton
Telemachus Press, LLC
July 27, 2011
ISBN-10: 1935670875
ISBN-13: 978-1935670872

Blurb
Luscious art forger Laila Cambridge has a little vampire problem….

She’s a high-spirited woman with a sordid past, trying to go straight. Enter gorgeous John Bolingbroke, a half-vampire with news of her missing father. From New York through Paris, Amsterdam, and Rome, while fleeing ruthless vampires, Laila searches desperately for her father and a lost painting that holds a coveted secret.

1/2/12

Wanna See My R.A.K.? - January 2012

Hosted by the loverly ladies over at Book Soulmates, R.A.K (Random Acts of Kindness) is a wonderful way for book lovers to connect and share in their love of the written word!

What could be more fun for a Book Lover than to unexpectedly receive a bookish treat in the mail? You never know! You might just be the lucky ducky who gets that book you've been "dying" to have!

RAK Rules :

Please sign-up each month that you can participate (and by participate, we mean give as well as receive).
Show off your participation by grabbing our RAK button (code is in the right sidebar).
Create a wish list (on Amazon, Goodreads, or your blog etc) and post it in the Google Doc located in each R.A.K post for the month.
If you choose to do a R.A.K for someone, check out their wish list and contact that blogger directly for their information.
Once you receive a RAK, send us an our new email to [rakbybooksoulmates @ gmail . com] so that we can update the Google Doc. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU SEND EMAILS TO THIS ADDRESS!
E-book participation is limited to files being gifted directly to a person from the e-book store. Amazon's Kindle Store is set up to allow this, as well as the Kobo store and we believe Barnes & Noble with Nook as well.
At the end of the month, SHOW US YOUR R.A.K by making a "RAK Wrap-Up" post. This post should include who you SENT gifts to as well who you RECEIVED gifts from :)

OPEN TO EVERYONE!

Let's keep our International bloggers in mind and in our hearts.

Remember, there's always the Book Depository and they offer FREE shipping!

R.A.K. Sign Up for January 2012

View who is participating

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So c'mon and join the fun!

Click the RAK button and get yourself signed up!

My Top Most Coveted Titles for January 2012
Blood Rights (House of Comarré, #1) by Kristen Painter
Flesh and Blood (House of Comarré, #2) by Kristen Painter
Bad Blood (House of Comarré, #3) by Kristen Painter
Drink Deep (Chicagoland Vampires, Book 5) by Chloe Neill
Lover Unleashed (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 9) by J. R. Ward
Matched by Ally Condie
Crossed by Ally Condie
Envy: A Novel of the Fallen Angels by J. R. Ward

Here's my complete "RAK" Wish List!

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