Grace Street (Chapter 8 #1) by Ella Dominguez ~ BLITZ

 

Book Blurb...

 

Warning: This is neither a conventional romance nor a traditional love story. There are no hearts and flowers on the pages of this book. The heroine doesn't always make wise choices and though I've tried to make her strong, she's often times weak in the face of the fierce hero. The hero is not a knight in a shining armor. He's broken and frequently cruel, and what every woman in the real world should avoid. What's contained in this book isn't real - it's fiction; dark, depraved and decadent make-believe. Contains erotic elements including voyeurism, oral, anal, and uncomfortable situations. If you're down with that, then by all means... read on.

Obsession, possession, resilience, insanity...

Seeking solitude and reprieve from her past failed relationships, Elsa begins her life anew in Richmond, hoping to find the change that she so desperately needs. Things are looking up for her, a new job, new friends... a fresh start.

But Victor has different plans for her. From the moment he heard her voice and set his eyes on Elsa, she became next on his to-do list; his Chapter 8. A well-known and respected criminal profiler, his mind is as dark as the people he hunts down. It takes one to know one, after all. Under the guise of making his subjects stronger, he intends to break Elsa down using everything in his arsenal, including pleasure, pain, humiliation, and things unspeakable. Everyone is fair game in his book and he discriminates against no one when he chooses his test subjects.

Lonely, still on the mend from a bad break-up and longing for sexual attention, Elsa consents to an odd proposition, unaware of Victor's plans. However, she can't be broken so easily and what he puts her through only fuels the fire burning within her, a flame that begins to blaze out of control as she becomes obsessed with everything about Victor and peeling back his cruel layers in search of the real man hiding beneath his heartless facade.

In Victor's world, there is no such thing as happily ever after and Chapter 8 proves to be an infuriating challenger when she flips the tables on his selfish and twisted game, a game they both may end up losing their hearts and minds over.

 

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 

I'm a full-time mom, wifey, healthcare worker, and wanna be switch. I was born and raised in a sexually repressed, strict Christian household in the bible belt of the USA. This upbringing and repression contributed to my wicked imagination and writing has been my only outlet for my sexual fantasies. Finally at the ripe and sexually primed age of 40, I mustered up enough courage to share my naughty thoughts and put pen to paper. I sincerely hope to find my niche in writing erotica in all forms, be it romance or paranormal. 

I don't consider myself an author. I consider myself an avid reader above all else, and someone who simply writes the stories that the characters in my head tell me to.

Author Links:

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6472437.Ella_Dominguez

Blog: www.elladominguez.blogspot.com

FB: www.facebook.com/theartofsubmission

Twitter: @ella_dominguez

Pub Co.: www.bondagebunnypub.com

 

 

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Secrets of the Demon (Kara Gillian #3) by Diana Rowland

Secrets of the Demon (Kara Gillian #3) by Diana Rowland

 

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

 

 ♥♥♥♥
(Four Demon Hearts)

 

 

Book Summary

 

Homicide detective Kara Gillian has a special talent: she can sense the "arcane" in our world, and there's quite a bit of it, even in Beaulac, Louisiana. She's also a summoner of demons, and works on a task force that deals with supernatural crimes. Her partners are attractive and smart FBI agents, but they're not summoners, and they're not telling Kara why they are on this special force with her.

To complicate things even more, Kara has pledged herself to one of the most powerful of demons—Demon Lord Rhyzkahl—who helped save her partner's life, but now expects things in return. Meanwhile, she's trying to solve a string of murders that are somehow tied together by money, sex, rock music and...mud. But how can she concentrate on the case when she's not even sure who—or what—her partners are? Secrets of the Demon is the exciting third installment of the Kara Gillian series.


My Review

I’ve got to tell you that even though I pegged the killer early on in this one, once again, this author has a way of making me second guess myself. And I think that’s one of the main reasons thus far I continue on with this series.

The romance leaves much to be desired. I had to redouble my spoiler search when at some point in this story it was suggested that there was some not “cheating” per say, but back stabling. I think that’s the word I’m looking for. It bothered me far too much that I sought out spoilers to decide if I was DNF the book or not. I continued on reading, so there is your answer.

For those of you on the fence, I have read all the books (at this point) that are currently published to date and the series gets far more interesting. Is it because I read them back to back? No. I read the Jane Yellowrock books back to back and I have no desire to continue.

So I say go for it.

<u> Audio Review </u>

Liv Anderson continues to do an excellent job.

My book boyfriend continues to be Ryan.

 

 

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Blood of the Demon (Kara Gillian #2) by Diana Rowland

Blood of the Demon (Kara Gillian #2) by Diana Rowland

 

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

 

 ♥♥♥♥

(Four Demon Hearts)

 

 

Book Summary

 

BETWEEN HEAVEN AND HELL, MAN AND DEMON, SHE’S ABOUT TO FACE THE ONE THING SHE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO SURVIVE.

Welcome to the world of Kara Gillian, a cop with a gift. Not only does she have the power of “othersight” to see what most people can’t even imagine, but she’s become the exclusive summoner of a demon lord. Or maybe it’s the other way around. The fact is, with two troublesome cases on her docket and a handsome FBI agent under her skin, Kara needs the help of sexy, insatiable Lord Rhyzkahl more than he needs her. Because these two victims, linked by suspicious coincidence, haven’t just been murdered. Something has eaten their souls.

It’s a case with roots in the arcane, but whose evil has flowered among the rich, powerful, and corrupt in Beaulac, Louisiana. And as the killings continue, Kara soon realizes how much there’s still to learn about demons, men, and things that kill in the night—and how little time she has to learn it.

 

 

 My Review

 

Ok, mystery and crime – Check! Well develop characters – Check! More urban fantasy than paranormal romance – YES.

The problem is that the author hints at romance far too much and doesn’t deliver. Just freaking leave it out of the equation. I don’t need it to enjoy the story. So many UF writers fail at this very task.

Other than that, this author does great at creating a realistic crime plot. I found myself second guessing the killer many times on this one.

I did however get overly frustrated with the minor subplot romance and found myself seeking out spoilers so that I could move past the wondering on that level. It worked. My expectations were muted and I could move onto the next book.

If you like crime mystery and paranormal, this is a series to check out.

<u> Audio Review </u>

Liv Anderson continues to do an excellent job.

My book boyfriend Ryan. (too bad I’m guess at what he looks like)

 

 

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Mark of the Demon (Kara Gillian #1) by Diana Rowland

Mark of the Demon (Kara Gillian #1) by Diana Rowland

 

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

 

♥♥♥♥

(Four Sexy Demon Hearts) 

 

 

Book Summary

 

Cop and conjurer of demons, she's a woman in danger of losing control to a power that could kill....

Why me? Why now? That's what Beaulac, Louisiana, detective Kara Gillian was asking herself when an angelic creature named Rhyzkahl unexpectedly appeared during a routine summoning. Kara was hoping to use her occult skills to catch a serial killer, but never had she conjured anything like this unearthly beautiful and unspeakably powerful being whose very touch set off exquisite new dimensions of pleasure. But can she enlist his aid in helping her stop a killer who's already claimed the lives and souls of thirteen people? And should she? The Symbol Man is a nightmare that the city thought had ended three years ago. Now he�s back for an encore and leaving every indication on the flesh of his victims that he, too, is well versed in demonic lore.

Kara may be the only cop on Beaulac's small force able to stop the killer, but it is her first homicide case. Yet with Rhyzkahl haunting her dreams, and a handsome yet disapproving FBI agent dogging her waking footsteps, she may be in way over her head...

 

 

My Review

 

Let me be honest and say I had no idea this author was the same author as the White Trash Zombie series. I just didn’t put it together because I read so much. And her author name didn’t run through my mind. I say that, because I might not have given this series a chance if I’d known. There was a sale. I picked up the first book and here we are.

Now if you haven’t read my reviews on White Trash Zombie, you may wonder what’s wrong. It’s not that they aren’t well written. It’s more like the author has a nasty habit of what I’ll term men bashing. Which means most men in her books, which generally is a lot of side characters (not romantic), are usually assholes. And it gets annoying. And yes, it happens in this book too. No guy can catch a break.

But before you give up, I have already read the entire series (book currently available) and if you like UF or PNR, you will like this series.

Back to this review. This story is good. The mystery part is good. The author kept me second guessing. I’m pretty sure I know who the “chief” of police is. And because I have read them all, I was right.

Overall, good mystery, romance is limited, angst is good, and this makes a good UF. The characters are all well created and developed. Good overall writing. I think you’ll like this one.

Audio Review

Liv Anderson does an excellent job of narration and keeping the characters straight and distinguishable.

My book boyfriend Rhyzkahl

 

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Secrets Unveiled (Secrets #2) by Jill Patten

Secrets Unveiled  (Secrets #2) by Jill Patten

 

This is a New Adult contemporary romance novel (Rated NC-17)

 

 ♥♥♥♥♥
(Five Fantastic Hearts)

 

 

Book Summary

 

In the second and final installment, Jaxon and Courtney are forced into a world of more secrets. Some have been harbored from within, some are unknown, and some are just forming.

When the truth finally does come out, will their fragile love for one another be strong enough to hold, or will the weight of deceit break the string that tethers their hearts together?

 

 

My Review

 

This is not a pretty story of love. THIS IS REAL. I love that about this book. I’m not into all hearts and flowers kind of stories because they aren’t realistic. (I won't lie. I do love when a guy gives me hearts and flowers, lol)

We have a messed up situation between two people who truly care for each other. And that’s not a spoiler if you read the first book. The question is will this relationship will blossom or self destruct.

The characters are well developed in a way that they come to life off the page. There are times when they make mistakes and I want to yell at them to make different choices. But ultimately, I’m rooting for them to work.

The best thing about this story is all your questions will be answered and resolved. This is an emotional roller coaster. Get ready for the ride.

My book boyfriend Jaxon. (ignore that he's not bald, this is pre-shaved head Jaxon)

 

 

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Ridge (Wild #2) by Adriane Leigh

Ridge (Wild #2) by Adriane Leigh

 

This is an adult contemporary/erotica novel (Rated NC-17)

 

♥♥♥♥1/2

(Four and a half Hearts)

 

 

Book Summary

 

Sometimes doing the wrong thing feels so right...

I'm a player. I'm an asshole. I'm someone you should stay away from.

I have demons.
I've made mistakes.
And the biggest can't be taken back.

I've gone to hell and back in twenty-nine years and I'm only now coming to terms with moving forward, righting my wrongs, and making amends. Except not everyone deserves forgiveness. Sometimes the damage done is beyond repair.
Everyday is exactly the same. I focus on the pain, in the quest to feel and forget, but I remember everything. When I close my eyes the darkness encroaches and some days it feels like the things that kill me are the things that make me feel alive.


Ridge, like Wild, is a standalone.
Reading Wild first will provide some back story, but is not required to read Ridge.

*This book includes situations that some may find uncomfortable.

 

 

 My Summary 

First let me say that although this is book 2 in a series, it can be read as a standalone with no problem.

I love stories told from the male POV. I’m not sure if it’s because we get so little of it in the overall romance market. But whatever it is, when it’s done well, I gobble it up. And that’s what we get here. There isn’t a POV jump between the girl and the guy. This is totally all one male POV.

And this male Ridge is a complicated guy with more than enough skeletons in his closet to make you think he needs therapy. And maybe he does, lol. But the story is realistic in isn’t telling. How does one go about fighting the demons of your past? This and many questions will be answered.

One more important thing, if you are curious about reading. This isn’t a story about a guy falling in love with one girl, although I will dare say, you will be happy with the ending. This is a story about struggling with life, vices and demons. It's darker, grittier, and all that more exciting.

Overall, I was captured by the ridges that make up Ridge, lol. He has many layers that I enjoyed peeling through.

My book boyfriend Ridge.

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A Quick Bite (Argeneau #1) by Lynsay Sands

A Quick Bite (Argeneau #1) by Lynsay Sands

 

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

 

 ♥♥♥

(Three Blood Hearts)

 

 

Book Summary

 

That hot guy tied to Lissianna Argeneau's bed? He's not dessert—he's the main course!

Lissianna has been spending her centuries pining for Mr. Right, not just a quick snack, and this sexy guy she finds in her bed looks like he might be a candidate. But there's another, more pressing issue: her tendency to faint at the sight of blood . . . an especially annoying quirk for a vampire. Of course it doesn't hurt that this man has a delicious-looking neck. What kind of cold-blooded vampire woman could resist a bite of that?

Dr. Gregory Hewitt recovers from the shock of waking up in a stranger's bedroom pretty quickly—once he sees a gorgeous woman about to treat him to a wild night of passion. But is it possible for the good doctor to find true love with a vampire vixen, or will he be just a good meal? That's a question Dr. Greg might be willing to sink his teeth into . . . if he can just get Lissianna to bite.

 

 

My Review

This book was entertaining at best. The writing felt amateurish at times. And the narration of the book didn’t help. But I’ll talk about that later.

This book starts off with a premise that should have been a winner. A vampire that faints at the sight of blood, I was intrigued. However, the execution of the story fell way short. And maybe this author has gotten better over the years. She does seem to have a following. And this book was written years ago, so I may give her the benefit of the doubt in the future.

However, this book did one of my no-nos that immediately marked the book down.

SPOILERS

Insta-love. Sorry, you don’t fall in love in a couple of days. Fall in lust, yes. Fall in infatuation, yes. Love, a big fat no. You don’t know that person. And sometimes I give leeway to shorten times when a couple is in extreme life or death situations where they are forced to spend long waking 24 hours of time together. And during this time they talk and share their history. But that’s not what happens here.

Yes, they were in a perceived life or death situation. But it didn’t last long enough to pass my exception rule.

Add to that, this guy, Greg, decides to give up his family forever for a woman he’s only known for a couple of days. It’s just not conceivable.  Or I should say, she didn’t sell it to me. I didn’t buy it one bit.

And for that reason, I could barely give it more than 3 hearts.

END OF SPOILERS

Audio Review

Victoria McGee did a passable job. There were awkward pauses that may have been the result of the editing of the audio book. And she didn’t deliver the funny punch lines like other seasoned narrators I’ve listed to.

Still, I didn’t find reading it a total waste of my time. Rather, I’ve read much better. Thus, I didn’t pick up the next book in the series. But I might one day.

My book boyfriend Gregory.

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