Calculated in Death (In Death #36) by J.D. Robb

Calculated in Death (In Death #36) by J.D. Robb

 

This is an adult futuristic crime/thriller novel (Rated NC-17)

 

 ♥♥♥♥
(Four Murderous Hearts)

Book Summary

 

On Manhattan's Upper East Side a woman lies dead at the bottom of the stairs, stripped of all her valuables. Most cops might call it a mugging gone wrong, but Lieutenant Eve Dallas knows better.

A well-off accountant and a beloved wife and mother, Marta Dickenson doesn't seem the type to be on anyone's hit list. But when Eve and her partner, Peabody, find blood inside the building, the lieutenant knows Marta's murder was the work of a killer who's trained, but not professional or smart enough to remove all the evidence.

But when someone steals the files out of Marta's office, Eve must immerse herself in her billionaire husband Roarke's world of big business to figure out who's cruel and callous enough to hire a hit on an innocent woman. And as the killer's violent streak begins to escalate, Eve knows she has to draw him out, even if it means using herself as bait. . .

 

 

My Review

 

There is a lot to love about this series. I think Nora Roberts (aka J.D. Robb) has done a fantastic job setting up this series. The characters are rich and well written.

I like police procedurals and add a dash of the future without straying so far you don’t feel grounded in the present. Meaning, even though it’s in the future, it’s not so far off today that you can’t related to everything, basically.

The earlier books had mystery surrounding Roake and Eve that gave it an extra umph. And even though that isn’t a mystery anymore, there is still lot’s to love about this series.

This particular novel didn’t include as much hot steaminess from Roarke but we did get some in there. We also got a view that maybe Eve isn’t so opposed to having kids, which I think may just turn this series for the better. We will see.

Audio Review
Susan Ericksen is excellent as usual. I’m not sure I’d listen to this series if not for her.

My man, sorry, my book boyfriend, sexy Irishman Roarke.

 

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Lover At Last (Black Dagger Brotherhood #11) by J.R. Ward

Lover At Last (Black Dagger Brotherhood #11) by J.R. Ward

 

This is an adult paranormal romance/urban fantasy novel (Rated NC-17)

 

♥♥♥♥

(Four Huge Hearts)

 

Book Summary

 

Qhuinn, son of no one, is used to being on his own. Disavowed from his bloodline, shunned by the aristocracy, he has finally found an identity as one of the most brutal fighters in the war against the Lessening Society. But his life is not complete. Even as the prospect of having a family of his own seems to be within reach, he is empty on the inside, his heart given to another....

Blay, after years of unrequited love, has moved on from his feelings for Qhuinn. And it’s about time: The male has found his perfect match in a Chosen female, and they are going to have a young—just as Qhuinn has always wanted for himself. It’s hard to see the new couple together, but building your life around a pipe dream is just a heartbreak waiting to happen. As he’s learned firsthand.

Fate seems to have taken these vampire soldiers in different directions... but as the battle over the race’s throne intensifies, and new players on the scene in Caldwell create mortal danger for the Brotherhood, Qhuinn finally learns the true definition of courage, and two hearts who are meant to be together... finally become one.

 

 

My Review

 

Please note, I listened to this one. So if I botched the spellings, that’s why.

I waited on this series. And for the most part I was pleased. I have to say it was an interesting story. My problem largely lay in the misunderstanding as basis for conflict which seems to be a running theme. I barely could get through Rhages book because of it. Anyway, at least they didn’t wait to the end to say what the meant. Although neither were listening. L

And I really hate when a book gives you a HEA in the last pages and we get nothing of the couples happy togetherness.

There was a lot of set up for future books. And I have to say it annoyed me in the beginning. I just wasn’t interested in anyone other than Qhuinn  and Blay. Well, maybe Layla story. But by the end, I’m eager to see how these stories will play out.

SPOILERS.

I will say that I believe that....

Tres story will be much like Phurry.

Xcor story will be much like Zhadist.

The drug dealer guy (sorry, I listened. I don’t have all their names) his story will be much like Revenge. And I say to myself, will she think of something else??

END OF SPOILERS

So, I give it four stars. It should probably be 3.5, but I give her credit for trying to give us what we wanted.

Audio Review

Jim Frangione did an good job. He kept with the characters voices for the most part. However, there were times I had trouble differentiating between Qhuinn and Blay, the two main characters. That can be a problem. But overall, I enjoyed. 

My book boyfriend Qhuinn.

 

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Through the Ever Night (Under the Never Sky #2) by Veronica Rossi

Through the Ever Night (Under the Never Sky #2) by Veronica Rossi

 

This is a young adult dystopian novel (Rated R)

 

♥♥♥♥1/2

(Four Ever Hearts)

 

Book Summary

 

It's been months since Aria last saw Perry. Months since Perry was named Blood Lord of the Tides, and Aria was charged with an impossible mission. Now, finally, they are about to be reunited. But their reunion is far from perfect. The Tides don't take kindly to Aria, a former Dweller. And with the worsening Aether storms threatening the tribe's precarious existence, Aria begins to fear that leaving Perry behind might be the only way to save them both.

Threatened by false friends, hidden enemies, and powerful temptations, Aria and Perry wonder, Can their love survive through the ever night?

In this second book in her spellbinding Under the Never Sky trilogy, Veronica Rossi combines fantasy and dystopian elements to create a captivating love story as perilous as it is unforgettable.

 

 

My Review

The way the last book ended, I could do nothing but pick up this book and start it right away. I just had to know how it ended.

Well, let’s just say, I was pleasantly surprised at how it began only to be dismayed later. Talk about a roller coaster ride. Nothing is perfect in this world. However, the book wasn’t a total downer as in depressing as much of the dystopian community of novels are.

There is a place in the story though were choice made really pissed me off.  And it stuck with me. I can appreciate the realism in the story, but I was wounded by the actions. Thus, I took a half a heart off for it. I’m not sure I’m yet recovered, lol.

Still amazing story telling. I look forward to the next book in the series and whatever this author writes in the future.

My book boyfriend Perry.



 
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April Fools! No really it's a GIVEAWAY!!!!

For April I'm giving him away....

Okay, not really....

 

 

INSTEAD I'M GIVING AWAY....

 

An autograph hardback copy of

 

 

Yeah, you remember Alex....

 

He's in this one.

 

 

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 
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Under the Never Sky (Under the Never Sky #1) by Veronica Rossi

Under the Never Sky (Under the Never Sky #1) by Veronica Rossi

This is a young adult dystopian novel (Rated R)

♥♥♥♥♥

(Five Always Hearts)

Book Summary

WORLDS KEPT THEM APART.

DESTINY BROUGHT THEM TOGETHER.

Aria has lived her whole life in the protected dome of Reverie. Her entire world confined to its spaces, she's never thought to dream of what lies beyond its doors. So when her mother goes missing, Aria knows her chances of surviving in the outer wasteland long enough to find her are slim.

Then Aria meets an outsider named Perry. He's searching for someone too. He's also wild - a savage - but might be her best hope at staying alive.

If they can survive, they are each other's best hope for finding answers.

My Review

It is refreshing to read a dystopian novel that isn’t depressing. Although the mood is somber, it doesn’t have that clawing feeling that brings you down.

There is an unwrapping to the story that is slow, yet it doesn’t read slow. There is plenty that is going on/action to capture and keep your attention. The world building enough to let you know what’s going on but allow for some mystery to keep you going. Don’t misinterpret. This isn’t Bloodlines or Delirium that dragged on for pages until you get to the good part.

What is also surprising is the romance that buds like a flower when you didn’t need it for the story to be good. There was enough going on, that the romance was extra and a cherry on top.

There is a cliffy at the end, so be prepared. But also note that, book two is already released. In fact, I’m listening to it now. So have no fear to start reading.

Audio Review

Bernadette Dunne Flagler - I didn’t like the smoker’s raspy voice at first. But damn it if she didn’t pull this on off with flying colors. That initial voice doesn’t carry through to the individual characters who sound youthful and distinctively male and female. Great job.

My Book Boyfriend is Perry.

  

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EDEN SOUTH GIVEAWAY - BLOG TOUR & INTERVIEW

WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU ADD ALL MY FAVORITE ELEMENTS IN YA!

YOU GET THE EDEN SERIES BY MASTERFUL JANELLE STALDER

The betrayal that tore a family apart. Two brothers bent on destroying the other. A whole world on the brink of war.

Aiden has been through his second battle in the magical world of Eden. The victory is short lived and Aiden is sent racing toward his friends in the Capital. After being back in Eden with the Riders, he is eager to reunite with Wolf, Elisa and Logan, although he doesn’t realize just what he’s returning to. Surprises await him when he arrives in the Capital; his close-knit group of friends is slowly falling apart. On top of it all, another battle is just around the corner, one that will change everything.

Rain has made her choice, and now she is in some unknown fortress with the feared sorcerer, Aziz. She wants nothing more but to please him, but being his Queen isn’t as easy as she thought. While trying to learn sorcery, and dealing with Aziz’s advances, Rain is finding her new life a bit overwhelming. Just when she thought it couldn’t get worse, she discovers a secret of Aziz’s, and it is nothing she could have expected.

Rose has supported Callum throughout their journey, but now that the final battle is just around the corner she is faced with a hard reality. Everything she has gained with him could be taken away. Is she willing to live the rest of her life without him? Can she just stand by while he destroys everything, including himself? Will he ever be able to find peace? Will she?

In the third installment of the Eden Series fates will be decided, and the battle between brothers that has been a decade in the making will finally come to an end. Only one of them can be High King.

The battle starts now.

My review of Eden South can be found here...http://mybookboyfriend.blogspot.com/2013/03/eden-south-eden-3-by-janelle-stalder.html

Interview with Wolf

In walks the handsome Wolf…

Hi, I’m Terri. Thanks for taking the time to meet with me today. I just have a couple of questions. I know you are busy saving the world.

*chuckles* I’m never too busy to talk with you, Terri.

1. I’m curious about your decision to join the King’s army. Was it just out of duty or out of service for your father? Or maybe by chance it has something to do with Elisa?

It is tradition that the Chief of the Riders sends his youngest son to join the King’s army. When the Riders and the High King first came to peace, they decided to do this as a show of their continued alliance. Being near Elisa was just an added bonus *winks*

2. Tell me, what were your original feelings about being betrothed to a girl who fights as well as any man?

I’m completely comfortable with my masculinity that it doesn’t bother me at all if Elisa can shoot an arrow further than me. *laughs* I’ve always been proud of her, even when I found out at a young age we were set to be married. She’s exactly the type of girl I would have wished for had I been able to choose.

3. Sorry to go all TMZ on you, but how does it feel that Elisa is now set to marry another man?

Nothing is set in stone.

4. And now you have to fight alongside that man. Is that going to be a problem?

Sure won’t be a problem for me. I can see him being intimidated being around someone as talented and good looking as yours truly, but that’s his problem, not mine.

5. Lastly, what do you want the readers to know about you?

That I’m truly amazing, but I’m sure they already know that. *laughs* Honestly, I just want them to realize that sometimes people say and do things they don’t necessarily mean. Everyone deserves a chance to set things right.

Thanks for coming and answering my questions. (I feel like I might go all cougar on him. Can anyone tell me if he’s legal…)

CALLUM

Oh, now here is the man. God, what a man. Callum walks in and passes Wolf on the way giving the boy what almost sounds like a growl. Damn that sexy.

Hi, I’m Terri…… (what am I supposed to say). Oh, sorry, hahaha, didn’t mean to stare. Let’s get to this.

First Congratulations, I understand Rose is expecting…(damn lucky girl).

Thank you, we’re both very excited.

Okay… so, I just have a few questions. I know your time is limited. (Girl pokes her head into the studio. Her eyes spear me with a look that broach no words. That must be Rose.)***clears throat****

1.     I know you probably get asked this a lot, but Jameson is your brother. Why fight him for the throne? Is power really worth betraying your only brother?

I’m fighting for what is mine. I wish it could have worked out differently, but reality is what it is. Jameson and I have always had our issues. I don’t feel like it is a betrayal. My father is the one who betrayed me in the end.

2.     To win, would you kill your brother? Do you expect he would kill you to win as well?

There can only be one High King, and my brother is certainly not just going to hand the crown over. There’s your answer.

3.     If you had to choose a civilian life with Rose or the throne without Rose, what would you choose?

A life without Rose is no life at all. I would give up everything and anything to be with her.

4.     You suffered a blow to your campaign with the loss of one of your leaders. He was like a brother to you. How do you move on?

I take it a day at a time. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think about him still. But life moves on, and I am forced to move with it. I can’t afford to mourn him. I can only continue with what we set in motion and hope I’m making him proud.

5.     In conclusion, what do you want the readers to know about you.

That I’m not bad or evil. I’m just trying to make things as they should be. And even though I’ve perhaps done things I’m not proud of, war is never easy or clean cut. We all do what we have to in order to come out the other side a victor. 

Well, thanks for coming. I do appreciate your time.

Thank you for having me, Terri. *smiles*

See if the author is available. I just have a few questions. And someone see if we can get Aiden and Elisa in here for an interview. Chop, chop…

Hi Janelle, this will be quick.

You are a lucky girl to work with such stunning gentlemen. I just have a few quick questions. I hope you will indulge me.

Of course!

1.     When should we expect the final installment in this amazing series?

I’m hoping for fall of this year. I’m just about done writing it, but there is a lot I need to do before I can publish it. I’m working on it!!

2.     What projects do you have in the works? Do you plan on releasing anything else this year?

Probably not this year, no. I’m focusing on ending this series before I start anything new. There are two stories fighting in my head to get on paper, but I haven’t decided which one I’ll start next. Probably the spinoff from Eden I’ve been slowly setting up since book two. I have no idea when it will be ready though.

3.     And what is the one thing you want people to know about you?

Hmmm I don’t know. I guess for the readers, I just want them to know that I’m friendly and approachable lol I don’t want anyone to feel like they can’t contact me or ask me questions. I always love to hear from my readers, so I hope they know that!  

Thanks again for stopping in for that impromptu interview. Have I told you lately I’m your number one fan???

Have I told you lately that I love you? ;) lol

Thanks again. Much love.

Thanks for having us!

Terri

MORE INFORMATION FOR WHERE YOU CAN FIND HER BOOKS.... 

Buying Links

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Tour Wide Giveaway

Please post this with your tour stop content … we are pleased to announce this awesome giveaway exclusive to the Eden-South Blog Tour!! 

1 Grand Prize Winner will receive:

1 personalized and signed paperback copy of Eden, Eden-West, and Eden-South by Janelle Stalder

1 Custom Bookmark Inspired by The Eden Series

1 Limited Edition Map

5 Winners will receive:

1 digital copy of Eden-South by Janelle Stalder

1 "Paper Punch" Bracelet Inspired by The Eden Series and signed by Janelle Stalder

10 Winners will receive:

1 digital copy of Eden by Janelle Stalder

                                                 

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Tour Schedule

3/25 Kayleigh @ http://k-booksxo.blogspot.com

3/26 Nicole @ http://shareAread.com

3/27 Alana @ http://darkobsessionchronicles.blogspot.com

3/28 Terri @ http://mybookboyfriend.blogspot.com

3/29 Juls @ http://upallnightreviews.blogspot.com

3/29 Juls @ http://www.lovlivlifereviews.com

3/30 Reem @ http://ireadandtell.blogspot.com

3/31 Tana @ http://tana-someofmyfavoritebooks.blogspot.com

4/1 Lolita @ http://lolabookreviews.blogspot.com

4/2 Tiffany @ http://trh87books.blogspot.ca

4/3 Veronica @ http://mostlyreviews.blogspot.com

4/4 Jen @ http://randomjendsmit.blogspot.com

4/5 Emerald @ http://ebarnes23.wordpress.com

4/6 Jennifer @ http://passionatebookdivas.com

4/7 Maghon @ http://magluvsya03.wordpress.com

4/8 Jennifer @ http://donniedarkogirl.blogspot.com

4/9 Shieka @ http://doctorsnotes-shy.blogspot.com

4/10 A.M. Hargrove @ http://www.amhargrove.blogspot.com

4/11 Karla @  http://karlacc-bookaddict.blogspot.mx

4/12 Midu @ http://passionatebookdivas.com

Are you excited? I AM! ~ Frigid by J. Lynn

 

For twenty-one-year-old Sydney, being in love with Kyler isn't anything new. They'd been best friends ever since he pushed her down on the playground and she made him eat a mud pie. Somewhere over the years, she fell for him and fell hard. The big problem with that? Kyler puts the 'man' in man-whore. He's never stayed with a girl longer than a few nights, and with it being their last year in college, Syd doesn't want to risk their friendship by declaring her love.

Kyler has always put Syd on a pedestal that was too high for him to reach. To him, she's perfect and she's everything. But the feelings he has for her, he's always hidden away or focused on any other female. After all, Kyler will always be the poor boy from the wrong side of tracks, and Syd will always be the one girl he can never have.

But when they're stranded together at a posh ski resort due to a massive Nor'easter, there's nothing stopping their red-hot feelings for each other from coming to the surface. Can their friendship survive the attraction? Better yet, can they survive at all? Because as the snow falls, someone is stalking them, and this ski trip may be a life-changer in more ways than one.

 

Frigid will be available in digital formats on July 30^th 2013

Print release of Frigid will be November 5^th 2013

Goodreads
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16122034-frigid?ac=1

 

 

 

J. Lynn, also known as Jennifer L. Armentrout, is a # 1 New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author. She lives in Martinsburg, West Virginia. All the rumors you’ve heard about her state aren’t true. When she’s not hard at work writing. she spends her time reading, working out, watching really bad zombie movies, pretending to write, and hanging out with her husband and her Jack Russel Loki.

Her dreams of becoming an author started in algebra class, where she spent most of her time writing short stories….which explains her dismal grades in math. Jennifer writes young adult paranormal, science fiction, fantasy, and contemporary romance. She is published with Spencer Hill Press, Entangled Teen and Brazen, Disney/Hyperion and Harlequin Teen.

She also writes adult and New Adult romance under the name J. Lynn. She is published by Entangled Brazen and HarperCollins.

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