Excerpt & Giveaway ~*~ Lovers Unchained by Siren Allen

Title – Lovers Unchained

Series – Curse of the Dark Witch

Author – Siren Allen

Genre – Erotica, Paranormal

Publication Date – August 15, 2013

Publisher – Torrid Books http://www.torridbooks.com/

Cover Artist – Gemini Judston - http://www.geminijudson.com/Gemini/Welcome.html 

Book Blurb/Synopsis
A Cursed Demon
Twenty years ago Jude made a huge mistake resulting in him and four of his best friends being cursed by the Dark Witch. For twenty years he has searched for his mate-the only being able to break the curse placed upon him. Until he finds her he will not be able to release the pent up sexual energy that is driving him insane. On his journey to find his mate he is captured and held prisoner by Lana, a vicious vampiress.

A Sex Crazed Vampiress
Lana is intrigued by Jude's ability to resist making love to her. She doesn't know of the curse placed upon him years ago. No matter how hard she tries to seduce him she always fails. His life means nothing to her and she is ready to end his existence, but first she must know what prevents him from succumbing to her seduction. She wonders if it's her or if Jude is like this with all women. To test her theory Lana places one of her female prisoners, Carissa, and Jude together. To her dismay, sparks ignite between the two captives.

A Witch on a Mission
Carissa is searching for her friend who is rumored to have been captured my Lana and her men. She doesn’t plan on finding love but she can’t resist the attraction she feels for her fellow captive, Jude. She senses the desire raging through him and yearns to ease the tension coursing through his muscled body. However, their lust for one another angers Lana and can only lead to one thing…death for both her and Jude.

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Now that Jude has found his mate he must get them both to safety before Lana destroys them.

Will Jude lose his mate so soon after finding her or will they escape Lana's wrath and form a bond so strong nothing and no one can break it?

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Excerpt ~*~

Lana straddled him. She ran her hands up his chest.

Jude kept his eyes closed. “Why didn’t you teleport in?”

“I was trying to be polite.” She licked his nipple. Between her legs, she felt his cock jerk and felt his hardness through her leather suit. She wanted him badly; more importantly, she wanted him to want her. He was an obsession she couldn’t get rid of; a puzzle she couldn’t figure out.

Lana ground her sex against his, drawing a moan from both of their throats.

“I have some friends I want you to meet,” she whispered. She pulled back a little and watched for his reaction. Unfortunately, all he did was yawn; he didn’t even open his eyes.

“Aren’t you a little curious as to who I want you to meet?” Once again, he ignored her. His nonchalance only made her want him more. Every time he ignored her, or pretended to not want her, it only made her work harder to please him and make him want her. Every prisoner she owned would give their last breath to have her show them the amount of attention she wasted on Jude.

Lana licked his nipple again. She refused to give up; defeat was not a feeling she was accustomed to. She placed soft kisses from his nipple up to his neck, and then nibbled along his jaw line. She tried to kiss his lips, but he turned his head causing her to kiss his cheek instead. Lana hissed in frustration.

She was tired of playing games with him. When she told her brother about all the problems this slave was giving her, he asked to borrow Jude for a month to train him, but Lana said no. She wanted to be the one to break him. She gave him plenty of chances to give in to her demands. If she couldn’t have him by choice, she would have him by force.

Without warning, Lana teleported Jude to her bedroom, where they landed on her bed; she quickly climbed off of him.

“Handcuff him to the bed,” she said to her servants waiting in the shadows. She was tired of playing nice. It was time for her to be the bitch he thought she was.

AUTHOR BIO:

Hi, my name is Siren Allen. I’m a writer and lover of all things erotic and romantic. I reside in southern Mississippi where I write steamy romances that are guaranteed to make you blush. When I’m not listening to the characters in my head and jotting down their adventures, I am busy working as a Clinical Laboratory Technician.

I love to travel, preferably with my husband, so he can do all of the driving. I enjoy time with my family, who are just as silly as I am. I have no children…yet, wish me luck! My hobbies are reading, writing and shopping, though I hate trying on clothing. If I wasn’t a writer or a Laboratory Professional, I would probably be a Secret Agent. But that’s the beauty of being a writer; you can create your own world and be whoever you want to be. In my imaginary world, I am Queen and my siblings are my minions.

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Review & Giveaway ~*~ The Cat's Meow by Stacey Kennedy

Genre: Urban Fantasy Romance

Length: 256 pages

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Blurb ~*~

When a magical presence is detected around a recent string of feline slayings, Libby, an enchantress, is determined to discover who is behind the odd deaths. But being a witch gifted by the Goddess won’t protect her from the talented warlock the Coven sends to assist her. Kale weaves a spell more powerful than any she’s ever seen–and he’s sexy as sin. But why he’s even needed for such a simple mission is beyond her.

While having some muscle around can’t hurt her investigation, fighting her growing attraction for Kale is worse than a hex, especially considering she knows he—and their Coven—are hiding something from her. When she turns up clues that point to something far more sinister than slaughtered cats, though, the elusive warlock isn’t the her only concern. She now has a political rebellion on her hands, too. And when the truth about who she really is begins to surface, the only person Libby can trust is herself.

Excerpt ~*~

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4 Star Review ~*~
Okay, as most of you are aware, I am a big fan of Stacey Kennedy's and have really enjoyed all her books to date.  The Cat's Meow is probably my least favorite so far, but I still enjoyed it.  I love stories with witches and magic so I was really excited to read it.  I can't put my finger on exactly what didn't work for me, but something was lacking enough that it didn't rate 5 stars, but not lacking so much that I would give it less than 4 stars.

Libby was an interesting character. Less than perfect ~ which is a nice change ~, a bit mouthy, witty, and still a strong and capable woman who cares for her friends. Kale, while seXy and intriguing, really felt like an unknown at times because he keeps a lot of secrets from Libby for awhile.  Things come together in the end, which is a little predictable yet still enjoyable.

Overall, I am looking forward to whatever else Stacey Kennedy might be bringing us as her voice and style are unique with each series as the characters take over.  If you like witches, magic, and intrigue, definitely pick up The Cat's Meow and let the wild ride commence.  It's a fun story that while I can't rave at 5 stars, I didn't want to end.

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About the Author:

Stacey Kennedy is an urban fantasy lover at heart, but she also enjoys losing herself in dark and sensual worlds. She lives in southwestern Ontario with her husband, who gave her a happily-ever-after. Together, they have two small children who can always make her smile, and who will never be allowed to read Mommy’s books. If she’s not plugging away at a new story, you’ll find her camping, curling up with the latest flick, or obsessing over Sons of Anarchy and Game of Thrones.

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Review ~*~ In Too Deep (Others of Edenton) by Brandy L. Rivers

Blurb ~*~
Fallon is a brilliant tattoo artist with inherent magic. Tired of men and their games, she climbs onto her Harley and leaves her old life behind.

Brody is a talented motorcycle mechanic and werewolf stuck in his painful past. It's just another depressing night until he's attacked by vampires. Thinking he killed them, he runs into the night and crashes into Fallon.

Unwilling to walk away from anyone in need, she heals Brody and then takes out the vampires who aren't as dead as he thought. Her past collides with the present, and she finds herself stranded in Edenton, Washington where an old friend lives. With no ride and no real plan, she winds up staying in Brody's empty apartment.

Feeling alive for the first time in years, Brody is determined to claim Fallon's heart and keep her safe from the shadows in her past. However, she prides herself on her independence and would rather keep him safe, even from herself.

With the impending danger from the group of vampires and dark mages, they will have to work together. The closer they get, the harder it is for her to fight her attraction.

Be prepared for monsters, magic and lots of ink.

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4 Star Review ~*~

If you like paranormal stories, don't miss out on the new series by new author Brandy L. Rivers.  I have to admit I have started to back away from the genre simply because I'm burned out, but I am really glad that I agreed to review In Too Deep for Brandy!

This is not your typical werewolf, shifter, vampire, or anything else paranormal type story.  It is a well woven city with it's share of mystical problems and creatures.  I couldn't believe this is was the first in the series as the characters feel so well established that I had to go check a few times that I wasn't missing a story or two in regards to some of the supporting cast.

For someone who has avoided the paranormal genre, I am really looking forward to the next book, New Beginnings, due out July 29th.  I highly recommend you give this author a chance and pick up In Too Deep.

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About the Author ~*~

Brandy L Rivers is the author of the Others of Edenton Series, this is only the first book in the series. She has always been an avid reader with a passion for writing. She lives in Western Washington with her husband and three kids, where she is already working on the prequel and the next couple stories in the series. If you are interested in receiving emails about future book releases, please sign up for her email distribution list by visiting her site at: www.brandylrivers.com You can also find her at https://www.facebook.com/brandylrivers And at Twitter at: https://twitter.com/BrandyLRivers

Review, Excerpt & Giveaway ~*~ Witch Weigh by Caroline Mickelson

Book Description:
Tessa Von Hellengaard is a real witch. Magical spells aside, she’s snarky and selfish, and the other witches in her silent spell coven are fed up with her. Their plan to reform Tessa involves taking away her magic, saddling her with one hundred extra pounds, and sending her to a weight loss spa.
For good measure they call in Liam Kennedy, a charming and sexy fairy godfather, to teach her some manners. Desperate to regain her magic and determined to shed the weight, Tessa soon realizes that protecting her heart from Liam will prove to be her greatest challenge.

Excerpt ~*~
     “Hey, lady, anyone ever tell you you’re a real witch?”
     “More times than you can imagine.” Contessa Von Hellengaard, Tessa to her few friends and many enemies alike, eyed the obstinate construction worker who blocked the path of her sleek black Mercedes.
     She wondered how this mere mortal would like being turned into a fluffy skunk. Her fingers itched to work their magic, but she kept them gripped on the steering wheel. She was already in enough trouble with the Upper Hallows Witch Council without casting what they would consider another unnecessary spell. If she was detained any longer she’d be late for her meeting with said council. Tessa knew they were already ticked off enough without her adding another infraction to their precious list.
     She leaned out the window. “Remove your overfed self from my way immediately. I need to use this road and I don’t have time for your ridiculous detour.”
     “Guess you should’ve used your broomstick then because there ain’t no way I’m letting your car get through here.” He crossed his beefy arms over his chest.
     He seemed altogether too amused with his juvenile humor for Tessa’s liking. Broomstick indeed. She revved the motor to let him know she meant business.
     He couldn’t say he hadn’t been warned.
     She pushed up her black lace sleeves and pointed to the orange and white barricade. “Last warning. Remove yourself and that thing from my way.”
     He laughed at her. Laughed. At her.
     She narrowed her eyes. This sorry excuse for a government employee was not going to make her late for her meeting. Removing him from her path, she decided, was a very necessary act indeed. She could make the council members understand. But only if she got there on time.
     With the tip of her red lacquered fingernail she traced a circle in her palm, silently reciting the spell that would get her what she wanted. A small, satisfied smile tugged at her lips as the man in front of her began to levitate. She stroked her index finger sideways to help direct his ascension. His shocked expression and angry torrent of curse words bothered her not at all. He continued to fuss and kick even after he was hooked on to the high crane by the back of his overalls. At over forty feet above the ground she could barely make out his foul words.
     Tessa flicked her finger across her palm with one last quick swipe and waited while the barricade went flying to the side of the road and crashed on a pile of rocks.
     She waved farewell to the construction worker as she slipped her Mercedes into drive. The fool would be wise to quit struggling or he’d soon have a painful wedgie.
     Silly mortal. He had no reason to panic. Someone would be along to get him down. Eventually.


3.5 Stars Review ~*~
Witch Weigh sounded so cute and funny that I was hooked by the blurb and really wanted to read this book.  It lived up to the cute and funny part with no problems. The concept was great, the writing style was fabulous, the characters were a hoot and I really liked them.

Witch Weigh fell short for me because it felt rushed and while the characters were funny, witty, and charming, there wasn't much depth to them.  While we learned about Liam and Tessa on a surface level and things that people feel Tessa needs to change about her.  There is a lot of glossing over her changes, especially on an emotional level.

Witch Weigh, is a book I recommend if you are looking for something light and funny.  It is a quick read (I finished it in about an hour).  It's a feel good story that will make you smile and probably chuckle out loud a few times.

And best of all, It's FREE until 6/28 . . . Pick it up and check it out for yourself!  

About the Author:
Caroline Mickelson loves her family and loves to write. She also loves a good adventure, among her favorites thus far were attending graduate school in a Scottish castle, riding a camel around the Pyramids in Giza, and taking a best-in-a-lifetime road trip to Graceland. Caroline lives in the American southwest with her husband and their four children, affectionately known as The Miracles.
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