 BOOK SUMMARY FOR KNIGHT MOVES: My name is Angel Sinclair and I’m the youngest senior at a high school for technologically-gifted students. School bored me until my friends and I were unexpectedly tapped to try out for a top-secret spy academy. I’m not sure I have what it takes to be an operative for the U.S. government, but my friends and I are going to give it our best shot. But first I have to go up against uber-skilled candidates who can do a thousand push-ups, kill a person with a fingernail file, and make handcuffs out of paper clips. My only defining skills are my mad hacking abilities and extreme awkwardness. I don’t know what kind of spy that would make me, but I’m not going down without a fight. With my loyal friends by my side, we’re in a race to finish at the top of the class. Together we have the smarts…but we’ll have to battle our insecurities and work together or miss out on an adventure of a lifetime. Goodreads│Amazon│B&N (Links for B&N coming soon)  Knight Moves - Julie Moffett As with the first book, White Knights, I think this story is awesome! The story line is fun and intriguing. I loved getting the new characters in the story and it was fun to follow Angel and her best friends throughout the new adventures. The spy school for operatives is a novel idea. There was great mystery and suspense all through the story. The characters are well developed and it is easy to feel their emotions. The book cover and title are a perfect match for the story. I highly recommend this book. I give it a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie  BOOK SUMMARY FOR WHITE KNIGHTS: Geek Girls Rule! My name is Angel Sinclair. I'm the youngest senior at Excalibur Academy for the Technologically Gifted and Talented in Washington, DC. I was pushed ahead a year because of my high IQ and considerable prowess behind the keyboard, making me an outcast even among my own peers. I've been looking for my dad all my life. A brilliant mathematician and cryptographer, he disappeared under mysterious circumstances when I was eighteen months old. Although my mom tells me I must put him in my past, it only makes me more determined to find out what happened to him. When weird accidents start happening at my school and the vice principal is involved in a deadly incident, I don't see it as a coincidence. After launching my own investigation, with the aid of an unexpected set of allies calling themselves the White Knights, I discover a threat far greater than I ever could have imagined. I could take my discoveries to the authorities, but my own investigative methods would be at risk. Can anyone say hacking? No, it's up to me to set things right. My goals are straightforward: clear the name of the vice principal, learn the truth about my father, and stay alive. In other words, save the day and don't look too much like a dork while doing it. If you enjoy spy and mystery adventures, you will like the White Knights series by Julie Moffett, YA/NA Mystery and Mayhem Award-winning author and writer of the popular geeky Lexi Carmichael mystery series. Try out Julie's fun, young adult series today! Goodreads│Amazon│B&N  White Knights - Julie Moffett This is a great story. I love the friendship between Angel, Wally and Frankie. They work really well together. The perfect partnership. they have brilliant minds and it was fun to follow their train of thought as they figured things out. The characters are well developed and it is easy to feel their emotions. The book cover and title are a perfect match for the story. I highly recommend this book. I give it a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie ABOUT THE AUTHOR:  Julie Moffett is a bestselling author and writes in the genres of mystery, young adult, historical romance and paranormal romance. She has won numerous awards, including the 2015 Award of Excellence, 2014 Mystery & Mayhem Award for Best YA/New Adult Mystery, the prestigious 2014 HOLT Award for Best Novel with Romantic Elements, a HOLT Merit Award for Best Novel by a Virginia Author, the 2016 Award of Excellence, a PRISM Award for Best Romantic Time-Travel AND Best of the Best Paranormal Books of 2002, and the 2011 EPIC Award for Best Action/Adventure Novel. She has also garnered additional nominations for the Bookseller's Best Award, the Daphne du Maurier Award and the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence. Her book A Double-Edged Blade was an Amazon #1 Best-Selling Novel. Julie is a military brat (Air Force) and has traveled extensively. Her more exciting exploits include attending high school in Okinawa, Japan; backpacking around Europe and Scandinavia for several months; a year-long college graduate study in Warsaw, Poland; and a wonderful trip to Scotland and Ireland where she fell in love with castles, kilts and brogues. Julie has a B.A. in Political Science and Russian Language from Colorado College, a M.A. in International Affairs from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and an M.Ed from Liberty University. She has worked as a proposal writer, journalist, teacher, librarian and researcher. Julie speaks Russian and Polish and has two sons. Visit Julie's Website | Follow Julie on Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Pinterest | Amazon | In affiliation with... 
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 Imagine living your entire life underneath umbrellas… Archibald Plumby lives happily in the picturesque coastal town of Outlandish. He has loving parents, eats fine food at his mother’s cliffside restaurant, and spends his days on the beach and in the town’s quaint streets, in search of stories to write for his job at the local paper. There is just one thing that makes Archie’s life a little less than ideal… he’s never been able to look up without having a panic attack. As he turns twenty, he begins to wonder if his sheltered world might just have room for one more. BRONZE WINNER, Romance 2018 Feathered Quill Book Awards Archie of Outlandish includes a companion soundtrack (18 tracks) created by film/media composer, Jared Kraft. *Listen to a sample of the music. Archie of Outlandish also displays a lovely variety of illustrations created by artist/illustrator, Abigail Kraft. MY REVIEW: This is an unusual story about a young man with an unusual condition... However, it is remarkable how he and his parents have learned to cope with it. If only more individuals and families would follow this example, the world would be a much better place. Outlandish is an unusual small California town. This fantasy town is a very desirable environment to live in. Read the pages and discover for yourself why others would want to live there and why Archie, although strange, has someone who would want more than friendship with him. this novel is not only different and entertaining, it suggests an approach to life which is ideal. It, also, contains some inspiring messages. There are attractive illustrations by the author's daughter and a sound tract composed by the authors son. I did not hear the sound tract, but only a sample, which was professionally and beautifully done. I recommend this book for youth as well as adults. The characters are well-defined, enabling the reader to fells connected to them. The scenes are portrayed verbally, in addition to the occasional illustration. The cover fit well, but the title would have been better if the "of"had been more defined. It was not a title or cover a "browser" such as i, would have been enticed by. That is a shame, because the message is profound and the book enjoyable. rate it with Four Stars. This was gifted to me with no suggestion I post a positive review. This is my honest review.
“Offbeat, emotionally engaging, and authentic.”–Kirkus Reviews “Archie is a lovely soul and the romantic tale here is a delightfully gentle read… a sweet, perfectly clumsy love story.”–IndiePicks Magazine “A completely different type of book … Archie is one of those characters who readers will remember and identify with.” –Feathered Quill Book Awards Judges’ Comments Archie of Outlandish includes a companion soundtrack (18 tracks) created by film/media composer, Jared Kraft. *Listen to a sample of the music.  Lynnette Kraft loves a good story—real or imaginary, inspiring or hilarious. She uses her own stories to entertain, to illustrate lessons, and to celebrate individuality, crediting God as the giver of all inspiration. When she’s not writing (or telling) stories, she’s likely chewing on herbs and wild plants, doing yoga in the sunshine, admiring pieces of nature, reading something light, or watching movies and playing games with her family. When she’s doing regular stuff, like cooking dinner and sorting laundry, she’s also dreaming about living on the beach, because she’s a sensible dreamer.
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The Stone Awakened by Judith Sterling (Guardians of Erin, #2) Publication date: December 19th 2018 Genres: Fantasy, Paranormal, Young Adult Synopsis: Since moving to Ireland, Ashling Donoghue has tackled one challenge after another. Now the mystery of her parents’ disappearance seems unsolvable. Are they dead or only missing? No one—not even the godlike Breasals—has a clue. Hope and fear war inside her, but she’s determined to find answers and stay strong for her siblings. Even as she hones newfound powers, her banshee-in-training sister Deirdre needs her support. Ashling could use a little help herself. She’s struggling to navigate her first romance, and while Aengus Breasal stirs her body, mind, and soul, his nemesis Lorcan does too. Both men harbor secrets about her past life as Caer. One has ties to Aoife, the scheming wind demon whose influence is on the rise. As the Stone of Destiny awakens, so does the conflict within. Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42733496-the-stone-awakened?ac=1&from_search=true Purchase: Amazon: https://amzn.to/2UGkf7r B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-stone-awakened-judith-sterling/1129823740?ean=2940161662243 The Wild Rose Press https://catalog.thewildrosepress.com/all-titles/6385-the-stone-awakened.html 
AUTHOR BIO:Judith Sterling’s love of history and passion for the paranormal infuse everything she writes. Flight of the Raven, Soul of the Wolf, and Shadow of the Swan are part of her medieval romance series, The Novels of Ravenwood. The Cauldron Stirred and The Stone Awakened are part of her young adult paranormal series, Guardians of Erin. Written under Judith Marshall, her nonfiction books--My Conversations with Angels and Past Lives, Present Stories—have been translated into multiple languages. She has an MA in linguistics and a BA in history, with a minor in British Studies. Born in that sauna called Florida, she craved cooler climes, and once the travel bug bit, she lived in England, Scotland, Sweden, Wisconsin, Virginia, and on the island of Nantucket. She currently lives in Salem, Massachusetts with her husband and their identical twin sons.
Author links: Website: https://judithmarshallauthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/judithsterlingfiction/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16291161.Judith_Sterling Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B01MT3KB7L The Wild Rose Press: https://catalog.thewildrosepress.com/2212_judith-sterling 
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The Watchers (The Blood Dagger: Volume 2) by Misty Hayes Publication date: December 15th 2018 | Genres: Paranormal, Thriller, Young Adult Synopsis: Eighteen-year-old Corinth Taylor didn’t sign up to become a Watcher—an elite warrior destined to restore balance to the human race—he was chosen. Corinth can barely control his own hormones… much less the deadly blade. And to make matters worse, his best friend, Larna, just so happens to be the very thing he’s supposed to eliminate. But when vampires and slayer find a common enemy, Corinth knows it’s his innate calling to hunt evil down. And evil has a name: Gabriel Stanton. The enigmatic vampire who escaped their capture, has plans for Corinth, Larna, and Alastair… and it’s a threat they’ll never see coming. When the line between good and evil gets crossed, devastating consequences start to happen. As Watcher and vampire worlds collide, Corinth must decide where to place his trust: with his old allies or his killer instincts. An upstart slayer. A clan of vampires. What could go wrong? It’s only the end of the world. The Watchers is the second book in The Blood Dagger series, a high-octane paranormal YA thriller. If you like witty heroines, unconventional relationships, and friendships that can withstand the grave, then you’ll love Misty Hayes’ high-stakes story. Sink your teeth into a fun, fierce vampire series today. Goodreads | ~ Purchase: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | 
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Misty has always called Texas home but has a passion for world travel. Before taking up writing, she has had a long career in law enforcement. Besides the self-torture of writing books, she also loves the self-torture of running. Misty is currently working on book three of her young adult trilogy in 'The Blood Dagger' series. The Watchers - Volume 2 will be released in December 2018. When not writing, Misty enjoys reading any books by Jim Butcher, Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Joe Hill (Owen King), and J.K. Rowling. A lot of author's write about pets on their bio's... Misty has a rescue parakeet named Peeta (As in the Hunger Games). Author links: https://twitter.com/@MistyGH_ https://mghayeswriter.wixsite.com/theblooddaggerseries https://www.facebook.com/TheOutcastsTheBloodDaggerSeries/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17426079.Misty_Hayes
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My Brother’s Bride by Rachael Anderson
Abigail Nash leads a lonely existence. Her mother died giving birth to her, her father’s business dealings took him away more often than not, and her ailing great-aunt, unable to provide much in the way of companionship, was a lack-luster guardian at best. So when her dear friends offered to launch her into London society, it appeared Abby’s life was taking a turn for the better, with suitors and social engagements aplenty. When she marries a proclaimed darling of the ton, it seems she will at last settle into the life of her dreams. But appearances aren’t always what they seem, and dreams often become disappointments. Just months into her marriage, Abby finds herself widowed, penniless, increasing, and determined to never hope again. But when her late husband’s brother, the Earl of Brigston, attempts to thaw the numbness surrounding her heart, Abby must decide if she has it in her to risk another chance at happiness, knowing the odds are not in her favor. Get your copy from Amazon Read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited 
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I love this story. Abby and Brigston are awesome characters. Their personalities complement each other. I think Rachael rocked it with this story line. I have to admit, this is my most favorite genre. The characters are all well-developed. I was so right there with them feeling their emotions. One minute I was laughing and the next I was crying. This is a great read and I highly recommend it to other readers. I give it a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie 
I haven’t read a book by Rachael Anderson that I didn’t absolutely love and this awesome book didn’t fail to meet that grade. ~Vicki Enjoyed reading this book. The characters, dialogue, and plotline kept me entertained. Highly recommend this book to those who enjoy clean romances. ~Michele This is the first full-length novel I’ve read by Rachael Anderson, but it definitely won’t be the last. I really enjoyed the story–the writing was really good with no annoying parts or awkwardness, the plot was interesting, the characters were endearing (I loved the banter between Brigtson and Abby!), and this book was just really good. Highly enjoyable. Great choice for those who like clean, well-written Regency romances. ~AE2 This forbidden Regency romance was excellent! Once I started, it was hard—almost impossible—to put down. The characters—Abigail and Brigston—were super well done. I became invested in their lives, their troubles, their hearts really fast, and the author did a superb job of not letting me go. The plot twist was unique. ~Charissa A lovely, well-written story. Highly recommended. ~Linda I always enjoy Ms. Anderson’s books! This one is wonderful, filled with great story and characters. Beautiful story of love, family and forgiveness. ~Nichee I can not praise this author’s books enough. I have loved every single one. I love the characters! I love the development of the romance! I love the story line. I love the fun dialogue. I know when I start one of her books I will have a hard time putting it down until I am done and then I am sad the book is over. I love that each story is unique. ~Nari 
When Brigston entered the kitchen, Abby’s back was partially to him, so she didn’t immediately see him. Her brow was furrowed in concentration as she whipped something in a bowl. She paused to lift the spoon, only to frown at the white liquid dripping from it.
“Are you certain this will thicken into a cream?” she asked. A flash of irritation crossed Monsieur Roch’s face until he spotted Morgan and seemed to think better of it. He managed a patient tone in his accented French. “It takes time, my lady.” Morgan stifled a chuckle as Abby examined another spoonful of the liquid. “I’ve been whipping it for several minutes, but it doesn’t seem even a little thicker to me. Have I forgotten to add something?” “No,” said the cook in clipped tones. Morgan stepped forward and leaned in close. “If your arm is tired—” Abby jumped, and what liquid remained on the spoon splattered across Morgan’s face. She spun around, her eyes growing wide with horror when she saw what she’d done. He wiped a dab from his nose and tasted it. “A little more sugar, perhaps?” “Brigston! I’m so dreadfully sorry.” She dropped the spoon into the bowl and grabbed a rag from a nearby wash basin, dabbing it across his face. “Not that rag!” cried the cook. “It was only just used to mop the floors.” Abby dropped it as though it had burned her, and Morgan tried not to cringe at the thought of filthy water coating his face. Monsieur Roch retrieved a clean rag and held it out to him, appearing apologetic. He flicked another irritated glance at Abby before returning to his work. As Morgan wiped the cream from his face, he wondered what Abby would do or say next. Offer another fumbled apology? Make her excuses and flee? Pretend the incident never happened and return to her labors? He never knew what to expect from her. Her face scarlet, she cleared her throat and lifted her adorably determined chin. “You are most welcome, my lord.” He raised a brow. “For what, my lady?” “I have heard that cream does wonders for one’s complexion, and it seems the rumors are correct. Your skin appears much . . . creamier.” 
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A USA Today bestselling author, Rachael Anderson is the mother of four and is pretty good at breaking up fights, or at least sending guilty parties to their rooms. She can’t sing, doesn’t dance, and despises tragedies. But she recently figured out how yeast works and can now make homemade bread, which she is really good at eating. Website * Facebook * Twitter * Instagram * Newsletter BookBub * Goodreads * Amazon Author Page 
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Marrying Kiss Kringle: Frost
Frost buried her face in her hands, feeling all the pressure to save Christmas. Neither Stella nor Robyn had the potential for love yet. They were starting from scratch. But she had more than potential; she had an invitation. It was up to her to find Tannon; get him to profess his love to her; and save her family, the North Pole, and Christmas for children all over the world. Oh, Tannon, I hope you’re ready to love me. Frost Kringle broke one of the North Pole’s rules the day she replied to a letter from Tannon Cebu; but, her Kringle-enhanced empathy wouldn’t allow her to walk away from the anguish in his words. What began as a disobedient impulse grew into friendship and eventually love. If her secret romance is revealed, she’ll be banished from her home and family. When the Kringles discover Christmas Magic is dangerously off balance, Frost musters up the courage to meet Tannon in person with the hope that they can marry and save Christmas. While she’s away from her precious Letters Room, her secret is blown right open and she’s exiled. In order to make it home for Christmas, Frost has to bring Christmas cheer to those who need it most. Tannon, is tired of the corporate grind and wants out. He’s decided to sell his paper mill and retire to a quiet corner where he can raise his son in peace. His announcement, right before the holidays, creates an uproar as employees wonder if they’ll have a job in the New Year. No one in town feels like celebrating and they have little hope of a happy holiday. If Frost can get Tannon, and the town of Elderberry, to believe in Christmas once again, she’ll make it home and save Santa’s workshop from turning into a block of ice and ruining Christmas for children all over the world. Trouble arises when Tannon’s interest turn to Frost more than to Christmas. She walks a tinsel-fine line between falling for him and failing in her Christmas quest. With her whole world out of balance, Frost must look deep inside herself to bring about a Christmas miracle–with a little help from her jolly family. Amazon | Free on Kindle Unlimited | Add to Shelf on Goodreads | 
I have loved all of Lucy McConnell’s books, and this one definitely lived up to my expectations.
I love the other books in this series and this one did not disappoint. It was an enjoyable story that kept me reading late into the night. I can’t wait for next installment! I found Marrying Miss Kringle to be a fun and lovely read. It is light in nature with a feeling of watching one of those Lifetime Christmas movies, but only in book form. 
Frost Kringle rubbed her arms. “It’s not my year. I’m the youngest. You two should find your husbands first,” she told her older, single sisters.
Robyn huffed. “Apparently, Christmas Magic doesn’t give a partridge in a pear tree about birth order. And I don’t, either. Come with us—just to get used to being south-er.” Frost hesitated, searching for a polite way to tell them to jump out of a flying sleigh. Stella took her hesitation as a silent agreement and forged on. “Perfect. Where should we go? I was thinking of heading back to Alaska.” “No thanks.” Robyn popped another chocolate. “We need someplace new.” Frost puzzled the question of where they should go. She puzzled it high and she puzzled it low. And while she puzzled, a strange thought came to be. A thought she thought just might be the key. She tried to hold it in, did her best to be good. But there was a part of Frost Kringle that never quite could. “Oregon,” Frost whispered, staring off into space. “Elderberry, Oregon. That’s the place.” Both her sisters stared at her. “Why there?” asked Stella. Frost cleared her throat, breaking through the fog that had clouded her mind while at the same time giving herself clarity. She mentally stumbled to come up with an excuse that wouldn’t reveal her biggest and best-kept secret. “It’s got a large populate of single men. There’s a, um, paper company and mill and they make beautiful stationary.” Like cream envelopes with gold trim that bring the most wonderful letters. Stella shrugged. “As long as it’s got men, I’m game.” Robyn poked Stella in the arm. “That’s your problem—you need to be pickier.” “Do you have a better idea?” Frost held her breath. She’d dreamed and dreamed of going to Elderberry, of meeting Tannon, of finally seeing the man whose words had captured her heart. If she was a romantic, it was because each mail delivery included a little bit of romance just for her. “No,” admitted Robyn. “Okay, then.” Stella slapped her hand on the table. “Meeting adjourned. We’re going to Elderberry the day after tomorrow. Have your bags packed.” Frost threaded her fingers together under the table, holding her hands tight, tight, tight in an effort to hold in her excitement as her sisters left the room. She was going to meet Tannon. “I’m going to meet Tannon,” she said out loud. With a squeal, she threw her hands in the air. This trip may be the best thing that ever happened to her, or it may be the ending of a long and special friendship. Either way, the time had come to meet her crush face-to-face.
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Award-winning author, Lucy McConnell, loves Christmas, romance, chocolate and Elvis. After graduating from the University of Utah, she became an editor at an advertising agency before moving on to teach in the marketing department of the local community college. She loved teaching and often misses the academic environment. Lucy retired from teaching and began to write articles and sweet romance novels. She has been published in national magazines, newspapers, short story compilations, and she writes cookbooks under the name Christina Dymock. If she’s not at the computer, you can find her trying to keep up with her husband and four kids on the ski slopes, on a bike, in the kitchen, or on a horse. Website | Facebook | Newsletter | 
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Bound Beauty (A Wylder Tale #3) By Jennifer Silverwood
YA Dark Fantasy | Paperback & ebook | December 21st 2018 BOOK "BLURB" Beware the bond between blood and beasts... Vynasha has united the warring human and forgotten clans of Wylderland, claiming her majik and power as curse breaker. Her brother, Ceddrych keeps their nephew safely hidden away while Vynasha and her new allies fight against the feral beasts roaming their borders. Meanwhile, her friendship with the Iceveins family deepens, unveiling a love she never expected. But her majik is still bound to the cursed prince she left behind and he isn't done fighting for her soul. Darker forces walk in the forests, all drawn to Vynasha's light and the shade of a corrupt Enchantress haunts her waking dreams. A war is about to begin, between the forgotten people of Wylderland and the evil power of Bitterhelm. Prophecy and Forgotten unite in the epic third chapter of the Wylder Tales Series, a gothic re-telling of Beauty and the Beast. Goodreads | iBooks│Barnes & Noble│Smashwords│Kobo 
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It said something of the nature of majik, that Vynasha found Grendall’s amulet so easily. She clawed at the snow until she reached a hole in the dirt and uncovered Erythea’s hiding place. The sight of Old Ced’s towsack wrenched a dry sob from her chest. “Nothing is as it seems…” Father had said before he died. Before she killed him. She tore a hole in the sack in her haste to retrieve the amulet and snarled at the damned amethyst in her hands. Her hands shook as she fell back into the snow at her feet and gripped the talisman. Grandmother had once called this a key and a burden. Thea saw it as a weapon. Vynasha yearned to welcome the security of the bond, longed to feel in control of her majik again. She wanted to throw it as far as the east is from the west. “No matter how far you cast it, the key will find its way back to you,” a smooth deep voice whispered. Vynasha stumbled to her feet as if she were still human. A tall male with ebony skin, white eyes and spiraling horns on his head greeted her. His smile was strangely human, and while she felt prickles of instinct telling her to run, something in his eyes bade her wait. Listen. “Who are you?” she blurted, colored and shook her head. “Sorry, I—I’ve seen you before, around the village.” She bit her lip and couldn’t help but take in his finely tailored colorful clothes, like something the traveling merchants wore in Whistelande. The male’s smile grew. “I have used many names. You may call me Vedmak, curse breaker.” She shivered and brought the amulet closer to her chest. “Please, call me Vynasha.” Vedmak inclined his antlered head, white eyes falling to the jewel in her hand. “It calls to you, it’s missing half. Why do you fight it so?” Vynasha struggled to measure her breathing. She wasn’t afraid of the mirror folk. Thea was friends with some of them, wasn’t she? They had never sought to harm her. Yet why now, as I hold the amulet, does one of them choose to speak to me? Aloud she said, “If I wear this…” She swallowed. “I share his dreams.” Vedmak nodded. His sigh was the wind whispering through the winter forest. “Blood majik is how she captured him as well. It is what haunts his dreams.” Vynasha glanced at the amulet, the way it flashed the same color as her blood. “I should throw it away, where no one will find it.” “And yet, it has returned to you,” Vedmak replied, closer than he had been before. She glanced up to find him only three paces nearer, so near, she marveled at the delicate carvings in his ivory horns. “None of us can fight fate, least of all you, dear sister.” She met his enigmatic gaze and wondered at the slow smile creeping up her face. “Sister. I suppose I have more in common with your folk than anyone, don’t I?” Vedmak inclined his head. His silent appraisal made her skin begin to crawl until he spoke again. “Our queen was one of us as well, until she turned to dark majik. She tried to change her fate with disastrous consequences. But the prince was born of both worlds, like you. Perhaps, if you both embraced all you were, together, you might restore the balance?” Vynasha gaped. “The prince is a monster,” she said and she meant it. “He used my father to snare me into coming here. He lied to me so I would break his mother’s curse.” Vedmak pursed his full lips. “Yes. Desperation has led men to do all manner of unspeakable acts. Still, you should remember, nothing in the borderlands is what it seems.”
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The Wylder Tales Series
Craving Beauty (Vol. 1) Wolfsbane's Daughter (Vol. 1.5) Scarred Beauty (Vol. 2) Bound Beauty (Vol. 3) 
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ABOUT the AUTHOR:
Jennifer Silverwood was raised deep in the heart of Texas and has been spinning yarns a mile high since childhood. In her spare time she reads and writes and tries to sustain her wanderlust, whether it’s the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, the highlands of Ecuador or a road trip to the next town. Always on the lookout for her next adventure, in print or reality, she dreams of one day proving to the masses that everything really is better in Texas. She is the author of two series—Heaven's Edge and Wylder Tales—and the stand-alone titles Stay and Silver Hollow.
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GIVEAWAY DETAILS!
PRIZE PACK #1: Print copies of Wylder Tales Vol 1-2 along with a "Gothic fairytale" themed basket. (US only.) PRIZE PACK #2: $10 Amazon eGift Card and winner's choice of two of the author's ebooks (if a novella series is pickes, i.e. Heaven's Edge, then all three novellas will be included). (Open internationally.) Ends December 12, 2018
TOUR SCHEDULE
December 3rd: Launch Books to Light Your Fire - Excerpt Mythical Books - Guest Post J.L. Mbewe - Excerpt December 4th: Rockin' Book Reviews - Excerpt Wishful Endings - Guest Post Locks, Hooks and Books - Review December 5th: Colorimetry - Guest Post Declarations of a Fangirl - Excerpt December 6th: Reading On The Edge - Excerpt Book Butterfly in Dreamland - Review Bookworm Lisa - Excerpt December 7th: We Write Fantasy - Guest Post Nicole's Book Musings - Excerpt December 8th: Grand Finale 
Book Tour Launch for Northern Deception By Laurie Wood!
Northern Deception (Heroes of the Tundra #1)
By Laurie Wood Inspirational Romantic Suspense | Print & ebook, 170 Pages December 4th 2018 by Anaiah Press Synopsis: Reunions can be deadly. After a savage attack in university, Kira Summers fled to the safety of northern Canada and her work as a polar bear scientist. But when her whistleblower brother dies in a mysterious car crash, she must return home to bury him and pack his belongings. Unaware she’s carrying explosive evidence someone’s willing to kill for, she has no choice but to rely on the one person she never thought she’d see again. Lukas Tanner, a widowed single father of a special needs toddler, moved to Churchill five years ago. As the proud owner of Guiding Star Enterprises, a wilderness tour company, he and his daughter lead a simple life. But when Kira comes crashing back into his world, he realizes God has other plans. Now, Lukas and Kira must confront a merciless killer as their past and present collide in a deadly race—a race they must win if they have any hope of a future together. Goodreads│Amazon 
Northern Deception - Laurie Wood
I absolutely love this intense and truly romantic story. The story line is fantastic. Once I started to read I couldn't put it down. The characters are all well-developed. I fell in love with Lukas. His character is what all women dream about. The title and book cover are perfect for the story. I highly recommend this book! I give it a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie 
ABOUT the AUTHOR:
Laurie Wood has followed her RCAF serving husband across Canada, raising their two special needs children to adulthood, and "keeping the home fires burning" while she began her writing career. She's a member of Romance Writers of America, where she's finalled in several prestigious contests, as well as American Christian Fiction Writers. She writes romantic suspense and historical novels. Website│Goodreads│Facebook│Twitter│Pinterest 
TOUR GIVEAWAY DETAILS!
1 winner will receive a 100 page hardcover Journal + matching pen, magnetic bookmarks, wooden Christmas ornament, and Abalone and Silver Polar Bear necklace, ebook of NORTHERN DECEIPTION. (NOTE: wooden box holding up bookmarks and ornament pictured is NOT included.) Open to US and Canada Ends December 12, 2018
TOUR SCHEDULE
December 3rd: Launch Uplifting Reads - Guest Post ReadingIsMySuperPower - Review Mythical Books - Excerpt December 4th: Rockin' Book Reviews - Review E-Romance News - Excerpt My Devotional Thoughts - Review December 5th: Colorimetry - Guest Post Remembrancy - Review December 6th: Meagan Davenport - Review Wishful Endings - Guest Post Christy's Cozy Corners - Review December 7th: It's All About the Romance - Guest Post Splashes of Joy - Review December 8th: Grand Finale 
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