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Don’t miss Syl and Roue’s adventures in REKINDLED, the new prequel novella to NEMESIS, Book 4 of the Circuit Fae Perfect for readers of romance, urban fantasy, fairy stories and LGBT.   Book details: Rekindled (A Circuit Fae NEMESIS Prequel Novella, #3.5) by Genevieve Iseult Eldredge Published by: Firefly Hill Press | Publication date: March 26th 2019 Genres: Urban Fantasy, Young Adult Synopsis: It’s good to be queen. Except when it’s a total disaster. Syl Skye, newly crowned Queen of Fair Faerie, would be psyched to be the ruler of her Summer realm, except for two things. First, her girlfriend Rouen Rivoche became Queen of Dark Faerie, the Winter realm. That would be great except the Winter realm’s always been at war with Summer. By tradition, that makes Rouen Syl’s mortal enemy. That said, love can break past old hatred, right? Especially with a new foe about to attack them both. Ah, no. Which brings us to Syl’s second problem. Rouen’s under a dark spell and doesn’t remember Syl, their lives, their love. Worse, if Syl doesn’t break the spell by the next new moon, Rouen will forget her forever. To defeat their foe, it’ll take two soul-bound queens whose hearts and minds act as one. Trouble is, no one has ever broken the dark spell Rouen suffers from. Good thing Syl isn’t the type of queen who gives up easily. Goodreads | ~ Purchase: Amazon | B&N | Google Play | Kobo | iBooks PRAISE for the BOOK! "If you like reading about the fae, other realms and watching two bada** chicks fight then you will love this series! – The Avid Reader The Circuit Fae series Derailed – A Moribund Prequel Novella |Moribund eSampler (FREE) | Moribund | Ouroboros | Dethroned | Inimical  AUTHOR BIO: Raised by witches and dragons in the northern wilds, GIE writes angsty urban fantasy YA romance–where girls who are mortal enemies kick butt, take names, and fall in love against all odds. She enjoys long hikes in the woods (where better to find the fair folk?), believing in fairies (in fact, she’s clapping right now), dancing with dark elves (always wear your best shoes), being a self-rescuing princess (hello, black belt!), and writing diverse books about teenage girls finding love, romance, and their own inner power. She might be planning high tea at the Fae Court right now. GIE is multi-published, and in her role as an editor has helped hundreds of authors make their dream of being published a reality. Author links: Website: https://www.girlyengine.com/ Blog: https://www.girlyengine.com/blog Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirlyEngine/ Twitter: @girlyengine Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/girlyengine/  Tour-wide giveaway (US/CAN)
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  Eyes on Me by Rachel Harris Publication Date: March 26, 2019 Publisher: Entangled Teen SYNOPSIS: Look up the word “nerd” and you’ll find Lily Cooper’s picture. She’s got one goal: first stop valedictorian, next stop Harvard. Until a stint in the hospital from too much stress lands her in the last place a klutz like her ever expected to be: salsa dance lessons. Look up the word “popular” and you’ll find Stone Torres’s picture. His life seems perfect—star of the football team, straight-A student, lots of friends. But his family is struggling to make ends meet, so if pitching in at the Torres dance studio helps, he’ll do it. When Lily’s dad offers Stone extra cash to volunteer as Lily’s permanent dance partner, he can’t refuse. But with each dip and turn, each moment her hand is in his, his side job starts to feel all too real. But in dance, as in life, one wrong move and someone could get hurt. Link to Goodreads | ~ Pre-order Link: Amazon | Amazon Australia | Amazon UK | Amazon Canada | B&N | iBooks | Kobo   ABOUT he AUTHOR New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Rachel Harris writes humorous love stories about sassy girls-next-door and the hot guys that make them swoon. Vibrant settings, witty banter, and strong relationships are a staple in each of her books…and kissing. Lots of kissing. An admitted bookaholic and homeschool mom, she gets through each day by laughing at herself, hugging her kids, and watching way too much Food Network with her husband. She writes young adult, new adult, and adult romances, and LOVES talking with readers! Website | Twitter | Facebook | Pinterest | Goodreads  One (1) winner will receive a physical copy of Eyes on Me by Rachel Harris (US Only) Enter by clicking on the Rafflecopter link. RAFFLECOPTER GIVEAWAY!    Book Details: A Tale of Two Houses (Defy the Stars, #1) by Susan Harris Published by: Clean Teen Publishing Publication date: March 25th 2019 Genres: Fairy Tales, Fantasy, Young Adult Synopsis: Centuries ago, the royal house of witches in Vernanthia split into two factions: House Cambridge and House Montgomery. These two houses warred with each other for an age, causing widespread bloodshed and death. Those without magic—the Nulls—suffered the most. One day, a favored daughter of the Nulls was slain. With her dying breath, she cursed the covens to know no peace until love was possible between the houses. That curse had long since been forgotten—until now. Julian Montgomery is the reluctant Prince of House Montgomery and Rowan Cambridge is in no rush to become the Queen of House Cambridge. Both heirs long for freedom from their birthright obligations. When fate throws these two star-crossed lovers together, it sends them on a collision course with destiny that neither could have predicted. Shakespeare’s classic Romeo & Juliet is reimagined in this compelling drama about two young people drawn by fate into an unwinnable situation. If you think you know how this story ends—think again! Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43566395-a-tale-of-two-houses Purchase: Amazon: https://books2read.com/u/bzL1v2?store=amazon B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-tale-of-two-houses-susan-harris/1130201506 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/book/a-tale-of-two-houses/id1449384776?mt=11&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/a-tale-of-two-houses-1 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=6saKDwAAQBAJ
  AUTHOR BIO: Susan Harris is a writer from Cork in Ireland. An avid reader, she quickly grew to love books in the supernatural/fantasy and Dystopian genre. She writes books for young adults and adults alike. When she is not writing or reading, she loves music, oriental cultures, tattoos, creepy snow globes, DC shoes, stationary, anything Disney, Marvel movies, psychology and far too many TV shows. If she wasn't a writer, she would love to be a FBI profiler or a PA for Dave Grohl or Jared Leto. Author links: https://www.facebook.com/SuzHarrisWrites/ http://www.susanharrisauthor.com/ https://twitter.com/suzharriswrites/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5311754.Susan_Harris  GIVEAWAY Blitz-wide giveaway (INTL)
To enter, click on the Rafflecopter link below! RAFFLECOPTER GIVEAWAY!    Book & Author Details: My Name Is Rose by Alexa Kingaard Published by: Acorn Publishing | Publication date: March 15th 2019 Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Synopsis: Rose is unsettled, curious, and bored. Life in a hippie commune is her parent’s dream come true, not hers. She doesn’t share their passion for living off the land, nor does she enjoy the isolation that is thrust upon her. When she convinces them to send her to public school in the nearby town, a new world opens up to her. As she pursues her education, Rose chooses a different path, leaving her parents heartbroken at her insistence they are hiding something from her. She’s convinced her father isn’t the man her mother married. Although she finds love far away from her roots and upbringing, her wounds only deepen as she keeps her family at arm’s length. What she loses during those years can only be retrieved with her understanding that “a Rose by any other name is still a Rose. Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43191498-my-name-is-rose Purchase: Amazon: https://books2read.com/u/bwqaD9?store=amazon   My Name is Rose - Alexa Kingaard I enjoyed reading this heartfelt story. It is a good reminder that secrets we keep can be a burden to us as much as those we love. Also that sometimes it takes most of our lifetime to completely realize what is really important. It is always best to stay close to family. There is nothing in this life that is as important. The book cover and title of the book are a perfect match for the story. The characters are well-developed and it is easy to feel their emotions. I highly recommend this story to others. It has a lot to offer. I give this book a literary rating of 5/5 written by Vickie   AUTHOR BIO: Alexa Kingaard was born in San Diego, CA and has lived most of her life in the area. She currently resides in Carlsbad and is the mother of an adult son and daughter who continue to be her biggest fans and cheerleaders. A realtor for fifteen years, she remains involved with her profession and praises her brokers and clients for giving her the nod to be creative. She gives all the credit for completing her debut novel, KEEP FOREVER, to her inspiration and late ex-husband, Jeff, who battled the residual effects of the Vietnam War for decades after his return. Her second novel, MY NAME IS ROSE, will be released through Acorn Publishing March 15, 2019. Author links: https://www.alexakingaard.com/ https://www.facebook.com/keepforeverbook/ https://twitter.com/alexakingaard https://www.instagram.com/alexakingaard/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17377658.Alexa_Kingaard  Tour-wide giveaway (INTL)
To enter, click on the Rafflecopter link below! RAFFLECOPTER GIVEAWAY!   The Last of the Firedrakes (Avalonia Chronicles #1) by Farah Oomerbhoy Hardcover, 488 pages | ISBN: 1940014700 (ISBN13: 9781940014708) Published August 15th 2015 by Wise Ink Creative Publishing SYNOPSIS: 16-year-old Aurora Darlington is an orphan. Mistreated by her adopted family and bullied at school, she dreams of running away and being free. But when she is kidnapped and dragged through a portal into a magical world, suddenly her old life doesn’t seem so bad. Avalonia is a dangerous land ruled by powerful mages and a cruel, selfish queen who will do anything to control all seven kingdoms—including killing anyone who stands in her way. Thrust headlong into this new, magical world, Aurora’s arrival sets plans in motion that threaten to destroy all she holds dear. With the help of a young fae, a magical pegasus, and a handsome mage, Aurora journeys across Avalonia to learn the truth about her past and unleash the power within herself. Kingdoms collide as a complicated web of political intrigue and ancient magic lead Aurora to unravel a shocking secret that will change her life forever. Review by LAWonder10: Aurora thought her life was difficult as a twice orphan and as a teenager.. That is until she went o a sudden vacation with her guardians to a beautiful manor and was dragged through a portal by a very scary stranger! Aurora arrived in a fantastical land where it seems nothing is impossible. Why are so many trying to kill her? Will her new friends be able to save her? Is she capable of becoming great? This book has constant action! It varies between monsters, fantasy creatures and a sense of "Robin Hood". The characters become so real, it is hard to maintain it is a fantasy novel. They are very diversified and creative. You will truly love some and really despise others. The settings are descriptive and easily visualized. The Cover and Title are very well-chosen and eye-catching There is a bonding of friendships, deceit, betrayals, suspense, intrigue, romance and a tough of humor. There is some graphic violence but not to the extreme.. The ending is complete yet leaves the reader yearning for the next book of the series. I highly recommend this to Young Adults and Adults, alike. This will surely become a movie series. I offer a Five Stars rating Literary Awards USA Best Book Award, Readers' Favorite Book Award for Young Adult - Coming of Age (Silver) (2016), Kindle Book Award, IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards   The Rise of the Dawnstar (Avalonia Chronicles #2) by Farah Oomerbhoy Hardcover, 420 pages | ISBN: 1634899342 (ISBN13: 9781634899345) Published April 2017 by Wise Ink Creative Publishing SYNOPSIS: Aurora Firedrake returns in the spellbinding sequel to The Last of the Firedrakes. The seven kingdoms of Avalonia are crumbling and evil is spreading across the land like a plague. Queen Morgana is close to finding a way to open The Book of Abraxas and it’s only a matter of time until she uses the power trapped inside its pages to enslave the entire world. With Avalonia growing more dangerous by the day, Aurora must travel through war-torn lands and deep into the heart of the fae kingdom of Elfi. Her goal is to find a legendary weapon infused with the last of the realm’s ancient magic—the only weapon in the world powerful enough to stop the queen. Aurora might have survived her first battle against Morgana, but the true fight to save her kingdom and restore her throne has only just begun… REVIEW by LAWonder10: The second book of The Avalonia Chronicles is every bit as exciting as the first, yet, in a different way. It is a cross genre and the characters are gallant, deceitful, creepy, humorous, irritating and endearing. Orphaed and "outsider" Aurora's safety can no longer be assured, due to her own stubbornness and arrogance. When will she ever learn to listen! She still is unsure of who she can trust.. she even has some doubts about Rafe. However, there is one she knows is trustworthy, but is stuck in a dungeon and may not survive. She escapes to Elphi only to find it was not as she expected. She is determined to train hard, and come to know who she really is. She will push herself t the limit. She must discover the ancient secret of the Dawnstar so she can somehow fix some of the havoc she has created. This is a more emotional tale than the first was, yet still maintains the action and suspense created in the first book. The characters are equally diversified and so real, the reader can feel he/she really knows them. The Book Cover and Title is very "fitting". The ending is rather shocking. The reader will be more than anxious to read the nest book of the series. It will be a shame if a producer does not recognize the outstanding movie series this would be. I offer a Five Stars rating.  ATTENTION Guardians/Educators: To better use this series to enhance young girls' confidence is themselves, view this video. ABOUT the AUTHOR  Farah Oomerbhoy is the international bestselling author of The Avalonia Chronicles. Her first book, The Last of the Firedrakes, was originally published on Wattpad where it gained over two million reads and a Watty Award. Since publication, her debut has gone on to win a silver medal in IBPA’s Benjamin Franklin Awards and the Readers’ Favorite Book Awards, along with winning a finalist placement in the USA Best Book Awards. Farah loves the fantastical and magical and often dreams of living in Narnia, Neverland, or the Enchanted Forest. With a master’s degree in English literature from the University of Mumbai, Farah spends her creative time crafting magical worlds for young adults. She lives with her family in Mumbai, India.
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Mimic (The Prodigy Chronicles #2) by C.L. Denault
Publication date: March 22nd 2019 Genres: Dystopian, Romance, Science Fiction,Young Adult Synopsis: In 2012, one cycle of an ancient calendar system came to a close. Humanity predicted its downfall, but it wasn’t the end of their evolutionary climb. It was the beginning. Willow Kent is discovering that life as a second-phase prodigy comes at a price. Trapped in the London Core, her choices are limited, made difficult by her forbidden romance with Reece and the presence of a new commanding officer who establishes harsh rules. With unpredictable skills and a growing distrust in her birth parents, she is struggling to play the Core’s game. But when opportunity arises in the form of a mysterious shapeshifter, Willow realizes there’s more to her own evolution than meets the eye. She soon learns that keeping secrets is a key move, and the more dangerous they are, the greater her need to evolve into the powerful prodigy nature intended her to become. But those closest to her have their own secrets, and her status has made her an easy target for betrayal. Who will she turn to, when nothing is as it seems? Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon: https://books2read.com/u/3JypzE?store=amazon B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1130842738 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/book/mimic/id1456134996?mt=11&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/mimic-4
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C.L. Denault is a speculative fiction writer who loves dreaming up tales of adventure and intrigue. A former systems analyst, she gave up her nerdy code-writing skills to care for her family (including a son with special needs), and currently lives among the vast stretches of cornfields in Illinois. Writing and working out are her biggest passions, along with drinking coffee and watching sci-fi. When she’s not hanging out with her husband and kids, she can usually be found at a library or tucked away in the shadowy corner of a hip coffeehouse. She’s also been glimpsed sneaking into her garage, late at night, to work on her time machine. She enjoys connecting with people—especially those from other planets, nearby dimensions, and the future. To find her, just visit her website or social media pages. Or use a Stargate. Whichever is easiest. Author links: http://cldenault.com/ https://www.facebook.com/cldenaultwriter/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7520394.C_L_Denault https://twitter.com/CaryDenault https://www.instagram.com/cldenault/
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  Iron Circle (Yellow Locust #2) by Justin Joschko Publication Date: March 26, 2019 Publisher: Month9Books The path west is long, but despite Selena’s progress, New Canaan is never far enough behind her. It was there that her parents were killed, forcing her and her little brother Simon to flee the tyrannical state. Now, New Canaan wants control over every last inch of America-That-Was. Only the Republic of California can stand against it—but not without the data stick in Selena’s pocket, rumored to contain vital information about New Canaan’s deadly new weapon. As winter closes in, Selena races south in search of an open passage to the coast. She must pass through Nuevo Juarez, where a ruthless leader named Thorin has seized power. Selena runs afoul of Thorin’s men and is separated from her brother, captured, and auctioned off at the city’s thriving slave market. Her only way out is through the Iron Circle, a fighting ring where the city’s most fearsome warriors pit their skills against one another. As the populace and Thorin watch Selena rise through the ranks, Selena earns a reputation she doesn’t want and the attention of man with the power to destroy her and what’s left of America-That-Was. Link to Goodreads | ~ Purchase Links: Google Play | BAM | Chapters | Indies | Amazon | B&N | Kobo | TBD     Justin Joschko is an author from Niagara Falls, Ontario. His writing has appeared in newspapers and literary journals across Canada. Yellow Locust is his first novel. He currently lives in Ottawa with his wife and two children. Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads    Right Girl Wrong Timing by Natalie Decker Publication Date: March 12, 2019 | Publisher: Swoon Romance Adaline Frost’s life officially sucks. Now that her BFF has found her true love, Addy is constantly stuck being the third wheel. On top of that, she hasn’t started her junior project yet, so her advisor pairs her up with what could only be described as the “Reject Breakfast Club.” Instead of the weirdo and the troublemaker, Addy is forced to work with two stoners, a popular girl, and her crush, Austin Reed, the jock who broke her heart. Austin Reed is sick of being labeled “dumb jock.” If he doesn’t get an A on this project, he can kiss his future goodbye. Austin thought he’d gotten lucky being partners with the very nerdy Adaline Frost, but boy was he wrong. Addy jumps down his throat about his being late and calls him names like “manwhore” on the daily. She has no idea Austin works before and after school in order to help his mom with the bills. Yeah, he’s made mistakes and has had lots of girlfriends, but he doesn’t need Adaline Frost to remind him of it every time he sees her. Can Austin and Addy ever be a thing? Right Girl Wrong Timing is book 3 in the Offsides series by Natalie Decker. Link to Goodreads: ~ Purchase Links: BAM | Indies | Amazon | TBD REVIEW by VICKIE: Right Girl Wrong Timing - Natalie Decker I love this story and how the timing is just always seems to be off by a little bit. I like the friendships in the story and romance with Austin and Adaline. I just wanted to help their relationship get on track. The characters are well-developed and fun to get to know. It is easy to feel their emotions. The title of the book and cover are a perfect match for the story. I highly recommend this book. It is a great story for YA! I give this story a literary rating of 5/5 written by Vickie ABOUT the AUTHOR  Natalie Decker is the Author of Rival Love. She loves oceans, sunsets, sand between her toes, and carefree days. Her imagination is always going, which some find odd. But she believes in seeing the world in a different light at all times. Her first passion for writing started at age twelve when she had to write a poem for English class. However, seventh grade wasn’t her favorite time and books were her source of comfort. She took all college prep classes in High school, and attended the University of Akron. Although she studied Mathematics she never lost her passion for writing or her comfort in books. She’s a mean cook in the kitchen, loves her family and friends and her awesome dog infinity times infinity. If she’s not writing, reading, traveling, hanging out with her family and friends, then she’s off having an adventure. Because Natalie believes in a saying: Your life is your own journey, so make it amazing! Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads GIVEAWAY! * One winner will receive a Starbucks Giftcard. Enter by completing the Rafflecopter below. RAFFLECOPTER GIVEAWAY!    Immerse (Mer Chronicles #3) by Tobie Easton Publication Date: March 19, 2019 | Publisher: Month9Books Immerse is the spellbinding and breathless final installment of the Mer Chronicles series where descendants of the Little Mermaid must face deadly magic, shifting alliances, and the dangers of forbidden love. Lia can’t wait for her parents’ coronation. Now living in the sparkling palace beneath the waves, she sneaks off to Malibu whenever possible to see Clay. Tucked away in an abandoned seaside mansion, Lia and Clay devise a plan to ensure they can stay together forever. But when an old enemy resurfaces and Lia is restricted to the palace for the safety of all Merkind, she and Clay are ripped apart once more. She fears not only for Clay, but for her best friend Caspian, who seems to be swimming down a dangerous path. He has invited the conniving Melusine to the coronation ball, convinced she’s capable of change. And no matter how hard Lia fights it, showing up on Caspian’s arm is just the start of Melusine’s insidious return to her life. With threats Below growing more ominous by the day and a powerful ancient ritual looming, soon the two girls can’t escape each other. As their fates grow increasingly intertwined, Melusine might be the only one who can help Lia find the answers she desperately needs to save everyone she loves and to achieve her happily ever after. But can Lia trust her. ADD to Goodreads Shelf PURCHASE LINKS: BAM | Google Play | Chapters | Indies | Amazon | B&N | Kobo | TBD REVIEW BY VICKIE: Immerse - Tobie Easton I love the way Tobie Easton has addressed realistic ideas as she creates a wonderful, fantastical world. The beautiful world created in the ocean with incredible crafted words and a captivating story. There is inspiring love stories so magical they make your heart pound while reading this story. I love the mermaids and mermen. The adventure under the sea is worthy to keep you on the edge of your seat. The characters are well-developed and easy to follow. It is also easy to feel their emotions. I love Lia and Clay's story as well as Caspian and Melusine's. A fun story that I highly recommend to readers. I give it a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES  ABOUT THE AUTHOR  Award-winning author Tobie Easton was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, where she's grown from a little girl who dreamed about magic to a twenty-something who writes about it. Her debut novel, Emerge, is a Gold Medal Winner (Young Adult – Sci-Fi/Fantasy) of the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards and is Book 1 in the acclaimed Mer Chronicles series. The trilogy follows the descendants of the Little Mermaid and offers fans a peek into a world where Mermaids aren't just real, but live secretly among us on land. She and her very kissable husband enjoy traveling the globe and fostering packs of rescue puppies. Tobie loves chocolate chip cookies and Oxford commas. A summa cum laude graduate of the University of Southern California, Tobie splits her time between Los Angeles and Boston. Learn more about Tobie and her upcoming books on www.TobieEaston.com. Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Goodreads GIVEAWAY! Giveaway Info: One (1) winner will receive a Starbucks Gift Card 
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ISBN: 1335470468 (ISBN13: 9781335470461) Published February 27th 2018 by Harlequin Teen SYNOPSIS: When Lizzie Lavenza enrolled at Ingold as its first female medical student, she knew she wouldn't have an easy time. From class demands to being an outsider among her male cohorts, she'll have to go above and beyond to prove herself. So when she stumbles across what appears to be a faulty Bio-mechanical--one of the mechanized cadavers created to service the school--she jumps at the chance to fix it and get ahead in the program. Only this Bio-mechanical isn't like the others. Where they are usually empty-minded and perfectly obedient, this one seems to have thoughts, feelings... and self-awareness. Soon Lizzie realizes that it is Victor Frankenstein--a former student who died under mysterious circumstances. Victor, it seems, still has a spark of human intelligence inside him, along with memories of things he discovered before his untimely death.. .and a suspicion that he was murdered to keep that information from getting out. Suddenly Lizzie finds herself intertwined in dark secrets and sabotage that put her life, and the lives of Victor and their friends, in danger. But Lizzie's determined to succeed--even if that means fighting an enemy who threatens the entire British Empire.
REVIEW by LAWonder10:
This new YA series has a touch of midlevel, and science fiction & even dystopian genres in it. Victor, a bright, gifted medical student studying the new field of bionics, tragically died. He was murdered by someone he truly trusted. Lizzie, was the first woman medical student at the University at Yorkshire. If it were not for her deceased father's good friend, Dr. Makepiece, she would ever been allowed in. She had invented a remarkable machine - under the pretense it was her father's invention - and she hoped to expand its usefulness through further studying bionics under Professor Makepiece. Unfortunately, few accepted her as a medical student. The only two medical students who have included are a timid younger brother of Victor, and his lifelong friend who suffers from a slight defect. The three of them are somewhat misfits. A young man received frequent flashbacks of memory of a former life. Why could he not speak nor act coherent? He soon learned, through abuse, not to hesitate nor question. Lizzy went to inquire of Dr. Makepiece about some things on her mind. When she couldn't readily find him, she wandered through the lab only to discover a Bio-Mechanical being who seemed to possess human traits. She began to silently work with him. There is a rumor going around school that could have a definite effect upon the nation! Although this seems a bit bizarre and incredible, it is not totally impossible in toddy's scientific world. In fact, it is slightly "scary" this scenario could truly happen! I did have some difficulty at the beginning of the book, in "connecting" with the story. I feel it needed to move more smoothly between scenes and individuals different "voices" It is an outrageous concept, yet is an interesting plot. If you enjoy Frankenstein literature, you will surely enjoy this/ The characters have been developed in a very realistic way, and the background scenes portrayed in a way one can visualize them. The Title and Cover are simple, yet, depicts the tale well. There is a lot of suspense/drama in this unusual tale. READER BEWARE: The is some profanity and some intimate situations not recommended for those under 17 years of age. I offer a Four Stars rating. ^This was gifted me with no request for a positive review. This is my honest review. 
304 pages | ISBN: 1488034257 (ISBN13: 9781488034251)
Published February 1st 2019 by Harlequin Teen BLURB: From Alisa Kwitney comes a connected novel set in the same alternative Victorian England of Cadaver & Queen. Corpse & Crown follows the story of Agatha DeLacey, an Ingold nursing student who travels to London and uncovers a devastating secret about the country's Bio-Mechanicals. Inspired by the classic story of Oliver Twist and complete with a dashing Artful Dodger-inspired male lead, this retelling is a satisfying follow-up to Kwitney's clever and critically acclaimed young adult debut. Purchase Links: Amazon | Books-A-Million | Barnes & Noble Add toGoodreads Shelf REVIEW by LAWonder10: In the second book of this bizarre series for Young Adults, the university is destroyed by outraged citizens in the community. The school must temporarily be moved to London. Lizzy & Victor continue in their uncanny relationship, after discovering the head professors' secrets. However, there is a definite change in existing friendships and newly formulated ones. This was a very similar repeat of the first book, adding a few "twists" but lacking in as much originality. It was still interesting. Also, Lizzy's roommate, Aggie has a larger role along with a new entertaining character. It emphasizes the point that there is good and bad in all people. It is important to encourage the good in oneself and others. The new characters added a definite "flair" and were described in away they each felt real. Reader Beware: Again, this has some profanity and sensitive, graphic subjects. I do not recommend it to any youth under the age of 17 years of age. I offer a Three and a Half Stars for this novel. ^This was gifted me with no request for a positive review. This is my honest review. 
I'm the author of YA, graphic novels and novels for adults who still feel young, at least most of the time.
My latest books are Cadaver & Queen from Harlequin Teen, a Feminist Frankenstein meets Grey's Anatomy tale, and Mystik U from DC Comics, which features Zatanna and other magical characters in their first year at college. My first novel, Till the Fat Lady Sings, is also about college and romance and eating disorders. (It was my thesis at Columbia University's MFA Program, where I felt like an outlier for liking comic books and romance as much as literature.) I was an editor at Vertigo, the mature/dark fantasy branch of DC Comics, before going freelance. (I've also written two hormonal werewolf books as Alisa Sheckley.) I live in an old house in Rhinebeck, NY with my husband, my cat, and the occasional visiting skunk. Website | Twitter | Goodreads |
Giveaway, Guest Post & Review for Beasts of the Frozen Sun by Jill Criswell! (Ends 4/1/19}3/15/2019
Join me in this promotion for a new, exciting Young Adult book by talented Author, Jill Criswell! Read the Review by LAWonder10 & the Guest Post provided by Jill Criswell. My thanks goes out to Blackstone Publishing for providing this material and for the Giveaway! 
Pub date: August 6th, 2019 | Hardcover Price: $26.99
Genre: Young adult, fantasy Format: Ebook, hardcover, audiobook | ISBN: 978-1982556273 SYNOPSIS: Burn brightly. Love fiercely. For all else is dust. Every child of Glasnith learns the last words of Aillira, the god-gifted mortal whose doomed love affair sparked a war of gods and men, and Lira of clan Stone knows the story better than most. As a descendant of Aillira and god-gifted in her own right, she has the power to read people's souls, to see someone's true essence with only a touch of her hand. When a golden-haired warrior washes up on the shores of her homeland--one of the fearful marauders from the land of the Frozen Sun--Lira helps the wounded man instead of turning him in. After reading his soul, she realizes Reyker is different than his brethren who attack the coasts of Glasnith. He confides in her that he's been cursed with what his people call battle-madness, forced to fight for the warlord known as the Dragon, a powerful tyrant determined to reignite the ancient war that Aillira started. As Lira and Reyker form a bond forbidden by both their clans, the wrath of the Dragon falls upon them and all of Glasnith, and Lira finds herself facing the same tragic fate as her ancestor. The battle for Lira's life, for Reyker's soul, and for their peoples' freedom has only just begun. Links: Blackstone Publishing | Amazon | Add to Goodreads |
REVIEW by LAWonder10:
Raised from early youth to be a "killing machine", Reyker has learned to compartmentalize his brain so he will not allow this "killer" to take over his mind. Is he losing the battle within himself? Lira, a descendant of a God-gifted mortal, whose love affair sparked a war between Gods and man, was blessed with a special gift. She was raised to use her special gift for the good of the kingdom. When she discovers a Viking enemy on the shore, she recalls this moment from a recent dream. Using caution, she decides she must keep him a secret and save him. However, most secrets cannot be kept for long.... This is a great fable in which several key lessons are taught, i.e.: one can grow from learning and sharing differences; one is in error when stereotyping individuals; forgiveness is for one's own good; and good and evil exists in all cultures and governments. This Young Adult book offers adventure, mythology, romance, suspense, intrigue, and action in one novel. There is graphic violence and suggestive phrases. The characters are very diverse and creatively developed. Most feel real. The book Cover and Title are chosen well. I offer a Five Stars rating for this novel ^Tis was gifted me with no request for a positive review. This is my honest review 
ADVANCED PRAISE for Beasts of the Frozen Sun:
“Beasts of the Frozen Sun sweeps the reader into a lush and vivid world of magic and betrayal, crowned by a heroine who captivates from the first pages and a love story powerful enough to bring time to a standstill. An amazing debut.” — Erin Beaty, author of the Traitor’s Circle trilogy “Beasts of the Frozen Sun is a fierce saga, beautifully told, that will transport readers to a time of magic and gods, battles and clan warfare. A totally engrossing and epic adventure—I couldn’t get enough of Lira and Reyker’s story.” — Jessica Leake, author of Beyond a Darkened Shore and Through the White Wood 
GUEST POST: Jill, in your new novel, Beasts of the Frozen Sun, you provided an impressive map and created some very interesting characters. What process did you go through is accomplishing this feat, and in creating these characters? Hi Lu Ann, What a great question! I'll start with how the map came about. I like to create elaborate worlds in my writing, but I often get so absorbed in the plot that I lose track of details like distances between places and where villages and landmarks are in relation to one another. Several readers of early drafts of Beasts of the Frozen Sun mentioned being confused about these details. That's when I realized I needed a map. I started with a hand-drawn sketch, which I later used to design a digital map using a map-making software program. I've referenced that map so many times during revisions of Beasts and in writing the sequel that it was well worth the effort of making it. Kurt Jones, my book's cover designer at Blackstone, used my digital map to make the one that ended up in the book, so I'm especially proud of it! As for the characters, Lira and Reyker developed first. I knew the heart of the story would be these two people from different countries and cultures, and the characters were influenced by this. I envisioned Lira's Celtic-inspired culture, and with the aid of historical research and reading books that take place in similar cultures (mainly Juliet Marillier's Sevenwaters series), I understood what Lira's role in such a world might be, and her character took shape. It was the same for Reyker's Norse-inspired culture (influenced by Juliet Marillier's Saga of the Light Isles, George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series, and the History Channel TV show Vikings). Once I understood Lira and Reyker's cultures, and some of the basic storylines I wanted to explore through them, the other characters just sprang to life around them. That's how it always works for me, as a writer--if I build an interesting, intricate world, I know the characters will show up and whisper their stories to me. That is very enlightening and quite astounding! Thank you, Jill, for this insight! Thank you for being a part of my blog and for the awesome Giveaway! 
Jill Criswell is a writer of Young Adult Historical Fantasy. She was born and raised in the swamps of northeastern Florida. She earned degrees in English and Psychology and an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Central Florida. Her greatest passion, besides reading and writing, is traveling the world; she’s visited fifty countries across six continents, falling in love with places like Iceland, Namibia, and Cambodia. She works as a university English teacher and lives in South Carolina, near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with her husband and daughter (who is named after a volcano in Iceland).
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The Witch’s Tower by Tamara Grantham (Twisted Ever After #1) Published by: Clean Teen Publishing Publication date: March 11th 2019 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult Synopsis:Four Doms who have never met their match, meet Samantha. Obsession over obligation. Pleasure over pain. Submission over sensibility. Courage over consequences. She died. Well almost. And still, Samantha Hunter wanted more. More of what, she didn’t quite know, but she’d been searching for it forever. She definitely was not looking for a walking complication like Oleg Balashov. With a commitment to an arranged marriage, there was no room for love in Oleg’s life, no time for submissive beginners who needed training, no need for anything more than the simple clarity of a mutually beneficial transaction. His fellow Doms were the only people worth counting on. Then Samantha walked into his club. Even in Paris, the daughter of a United States Senator doesn’t belong with a Russian mafia prince, but she’s a fearless and inexperienced submissive about to rewrite all the rules for the Masters at Club Duval. Contemporary Polyamorous Romance. Slow burning it up with three standalone books in the upcoming Unmatched Series. Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40663689-the-witch-s-tower?ac=1&from_search=true Purchase: 99¢ for release week only! Amazon: https://books2read.com/u/bOZRVg?store=amazon B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-witchs-tower-tamara-grantham/1129071896?ean=9781634223348 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/bo/book/the-witchs-tower/id1411245369?mt=11 Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/the-witch-s-tower-1 
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Tamara Grantham is the award-winning author of more than a dozen books and novellas, including the Olive Kennedy: Fairy World MD series and the Shine novellas. Dreamthief, the first book of her Fairy World MD series, won first place for fantasy in INDIEFAB’S Book of the Year Awards, a RONE award for best New Adult Romance of 2016, and is a #1 bestseller on Amazon with over 200 five-star reviews. Tamara holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from Lamar University. She has been a featured speaker at multiple writing conferences, and she has been a panelist at Comic Con Wizard World speaking on the topic of female leads. For her first published project, she collaborated with New York-Times bestselling author, William Bernhardt, in writing the Shine series. Born and raised in Texas, Tamara now lives with her husband and five children in Wichita, Kansas. She rarely has any free time, but when the stars align and she gets a moment to relax, she enjoys reading fantasy novels, taking nature walks--which fuel her inspiration for creating fantastical worlds--and watching every Star Wars or Star Trek movie ever made. You can find her online at www.TamaraGrantham.com. Author links: http://www.tamaragrantham.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tamaraclairegrantham https://twitter.com/TamaraGrantham 
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Right Girl, Wrong Timing by Natalie Decker (Offsides, #3) Published by: Swoon Romance Publication date: March 12th 2019 Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Synopsis:Adaline Frost’s life officially sucks. Now that her BFF has found her true love, Addy is constantly stuck being the third wheel. On top of that, she hasn’t started her junior project yet, so her advisor pairs her up with what could only be described as the “Reject Breakfast Club.” Instead of the weirdo and the troublemaker, Addy is forced to work with two stoners, a popular girl, and her crush, Austin Reed, the jock who broke her heart. Austin Reed is sick of being labeled “dumb jock.” If he doesn’t get an A on this project, he can kiss his future goodbye. Austin thought he’d gotten lucky being partners with the very nerdy Adaline Frost, but boy was he wrong. Addy jumps down his throat about his being late and calls him names like “manwhore” on the daily. She has no idea Austin works before and after school in order to help his mom with the bills. Yeah, he’s made mistakes and has had lots of girlfriends, but he doesn’t need Adaline Frost to remind him of it every time he sees her. Can Austin and Addy ever be a thing? Right Girl Wrong Timing is book 3 in the Offsides series by Natalie Decker. Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | 
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Natalie Decker is the author of RIVAL LOVE series and the Scandalous Boys series. She loves oceans, sunsets, sand between her toes, and carefree days. Her imagination is always going, which some find odd. But she believes in seeing the world in a different light at all times. Her first passion for writing started at age twelve when she had to write a poem for English class. However, seventh grade wasn't her favorite time and books were her source of comfort. She took all college prep classes in High school, and attended the University of Akron. Although she studied Mathematics she never lost her passion for writing or her comfort in books. She's a mean cook in the kitchen, loves her family and friends and her awesome dog infinity times infinity. If she's not writing, reading, traveling, hanging out with her family and friends, then she's off having an adventure. Because Natalie believes in a saying: Your life is your own journey, so make it amazing! Author links: http://www.authornataliedecker.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Natalie.Decker.0711/ https://twitter.com/AuthorNatDecker https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7487891.Natalie_Decker
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 book summary: Reagan Bellamy’s neighbor, Dash Carter, refuses to wither under her stare. Reagan’s too busy to waste time on a loser with musical pipe dreams. Between classes and her need to stay ahead of the game, she’s got too much on her plate to give him the time of day. For the first time in a long time, Dash Carter feels optimistic about the future. He’s clean, he’s on a good path, and he’s surrounded himself with people who make life better. Unfortunately, his beautiful neighbor still thinks he’s a slacker, bothering Dash more than it should. When Dash inadvertently puts Reagan in a difficult position with her new boss, he becomes more invested in her life despite warnings from his mentor to not get involved with someone whose beliefs don’t match his own. The more Reagan digs her heels in against the religious freaks she’s forced to interact with, the more she begins to question everything she’s built her life upon. When the tide begins to turn in Reagan’s heart and her worldview flips upside down, trusting God means putting everything on the line, including her heart.  REVIEW by LAWonder10: This is a delightfully entertaining tale of a reformed "party-er" and an, unlikely, close-knit college roommate group of girls. (Although several other individuals "come into play".) Dash Carter was a member if a popular college band... That was then, before he re-evaluated his life choices. Reagan had worked too hard to receive this scholarship. Anything less than perfection wouldn't do. Whereas her roommates were often encouraging her to "have a Life" outside of her college studies, she had learned in her Freshman year that it was a big mistake to drift from her set goals. Dash lived in the same apartment complex as Reagan and her roommates. Although the other three girls were gorgeous, it was Reagan that held his attraction. Maybe it was because she never noticed him. He was used to having girls fall all over him. Right now, however, that was not a problem because he was on a sabbatical. After a particularly challenging night, Reagan's day got worse when she discovered a flat tire on her car. She had a very important meeting and did not have time to change it. Who else but tnh egotistical, Dash Carter would offer her a ride? She was desperate! This is a sometime humorous and sometimes poignant story about misconceptions, communication problems, and redemption. (Keep some Kleenex handy.) I really loved the characters, topic and literary delivery. The characters truly all seemed alive and the situations clearly portrayed until the reader felt he/she was there. The Cover Was very simply created but yet very "fitting". The Title was effective, although it took a little thought to see how effective it was. The only negative thought was the drama was slightly "drawn-out" and slightly repetitive at times. Otherwise, it was an outstanding story. I offer a Four and a Half Stars rating. This book was gifted me with no requirement of a positive review. This is my honest review.    My husband and I live outside Atlanta, Georgia, with our three dogs and two college-aged kids. I have a journalism degree from the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) and I’m a member of Romance Writers of America . Find out more at http://www.christyhayes.com  Brought to you by Prism Book Tours And the Author  “Bravery is not an immunity to fear—it is rising up to meet it with the hope that nothing is impossible.” — Sile Derrick, FLEDGLING  Legend (Dragonrider Legacy 3) by Nicole Conway Publication Date: May 7, 2019 | Publisher: Month9Books SYNOPSIS: In a war of gods and tyrants, the will of the dragonrider must never falter. Captured and tortured by the brutal tyrant, Argonox, Reigh’s worst fears have now been realized. Argonox has successfully twisted his mysterious dark power for a truly evil purpose—reanimating the long-deceased legendary dragonrider, Beckah Derrick, and her monstrous king drake. But Argonox’s cruelty won’t end there, and Reigh fears the worst is yet to come. Rescue is unlikely as the Tibrans prepare to make their final strike, poised to break Maldobar’s ranks of proud dragonriders once and for all. With many of its cities already captured by the Tibran Empire, all hope now rests with Jaevid, Princess Jenna, Phillip, and their mismatched band of dragonrider allies to lead the last stand and save their kingdom. Even in such frightful times, Jaevid may find he still has a few old friends ready to take up their weapons and stand at his side again. But facing down Beckah is perhaps the one thing that might break Jaevid’s resolve. Can he really strike down the woman he used to love in order to save the kingdom? One final battle will decide the fate of our heroes. Can the strength dragonrider prevail once again? Or will the Tibran Empire become Maldobar’s new legacy?    NICOLE CONWAY is an author from North Alabama. She graduated from Auburn University in 2012, and has previously worked as a graphic artist. She is happily married with one son. Website • Twitter • Goodreads  Giveaway Info:
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