All Hallows' Eve by Annabelle Jacobs Review Tour, Excerpt, Review & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, we have Annbelle Jacobs popping in with her new release All Hallows’ Eve, we have a great excerpt, a fantastic giveaway and Shorty’s review, so check out the post and click that giveaway link! <3 ~Pixie~

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All Hallows’ Eve

by

Annabelle Jacobs

Will a centuries-old broken heart ruin the promise of new love?

Dominic Ashworth is descended from a long line of witches, although the family practice of witchcraft died out generations ago. Forever connected to a dark history, the house he grew up in remained in the Ashworth family for generations until his estranged father sold it.

On a mission to check out the new owners, Dominic runs into Caleb Jones and gives the gorgeous man his phone number—but getting a date should be the last thing on Dominic’s agenda.

Caleb and his best friend, Zach Briceworth, are oblivious to the heartache and magic tied to the foundations of their new home. When strange things start to happen, the truth emerges and surprises them both, especially as everything revolves around Caleb’s new love interest.

After a shaky start, Caleb and Dominic settle into an easy relationship, falling faster than either of them expected. But with Halloween approaching, the possibility of danger increases. The past is not always as it seems, and the ripples of a tragic event threaten to put an end to everything between them.

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Gryffon Hall by Alexis Duran Blog Tour, Exclusive Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi peeps, we have Alexis Duran popping in with her new release Gryffon Hall, we have a great exclusive excerpt and a brilliant giveaway, so check out the post and click that giveaway link ~Pixie~

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Gryffon Hall

by

Alexis Duran

Born the useless fourth son of the Lord of Glimmerveen, Wryler dreams of getting married and escaping the rustic confines of his father’s castle. A wealthy merchant’s son seems to hold the key to Wryler’s safe if somewhat dreary future. However, the arrival of a mysterious stranger on the eve of Wryler’s betrothal sends his plans into disarray and Wryler finds himself traded off in marriage to one of the most notorious rogues in the land.

Is Lord Aeric Rouchet the scoundrel he appears to be, or is he something much worse? Separated from his family and thrust into a strange and dangerous new life at the foreboding Gryffon Hall, Wryler must unravel the secret of his husband’s shadowed life and defeat the curse which threatens not only his growing affection for the barbarian in his bed, but the lives of everyone the Lord of Gryffon Hall is sworn to protect.

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Into You by Jay Northcote Release Blitz & Excerpt!

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Hi guys, we have Jay Northcote popping in today with her new release Into You, we have a great excerpt so check out the post and enjoy! <3 ~Pixie~

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Into You

by

Jay Northcote

What do you do when the body you wake up in isn’t yours?

Olly and Scott promised to be best friends forever. They grew up on the same street, went to the same school, and did everything together. But one hot summer night, teenage experimentation caused hurt feelings and confusion, and their friendship was destroyed.

Four years later they’re both eighteen years old and in their final term at school. Scott is a football star and Olly’s preparing for a main role in the school play. After a heated argument in the street—witnessed by their mysterious, elderly neighbour—they wake up the next morning stuck in each other’s bodies.

With no idea how to get back to normal, they have to co-operate in order to hide their secret. Spending time together rekindles their friendship, yet feelings run deeper for both of them. With the end of school fast approaching, the clock is ticking. Unless they discover how to change back, they could be stuck in the wrong bodies forever.

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Shatterproof by Xen Sanders Blog Tour, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, we have Xen Sanders stopping by today with his new release Shatterproof, we have a great excerpt and a fantastic giveaway, so check out the post and enjoy! <3 ~Pixie~ 

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Shatterproof

by

Xen Sanders

Saint’s afraid to die. Grey can’t stand to live.

Grey Jean-Marcelin wants to die. He thought painting his passion—vivid portrayals of Haitian life and vodou faith—would be enough to anchor him to this world. But it isn’t. And when the mysterious man known only as Saint saves Grey from a suicide attempt, it’s more curse than blessing—until Grey discovers that Saint isn’t just an EMT. He’s a banished fae, and can only survive by draining the lives of those he loves.

All Saint needed was a simple bargain: one life willingly given for another. But as Saint’s feelings for Grey grow deeper, centuries of guilt leave him desperate to save a man who doesn’t want salvation, even if Grey’s life means Saint’s death.

When Grey’s depression consumes him, only he can decide if living is worth the struggle. Yet his choice may come too late to save his life . . . or Saint’s soul. And whatever choice he makes, it may shatter them both. 

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The Haunting of Angus MacGregor by L.J. Harris Blog Tour, Guest Post, Excerpt, Review & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, we have L.J. Harris stopping by to with the mini tour for her new release The Haunting of Angus MacGregor, we have a fantastic guest post, a great excerpt, a brilliant giveaway and my review, so check out the post and click that giveaway link <3 ~Pixie~

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The Haunting of Angus MacGregor

by

L.J. Harris

Angus Macgregor has endured a lot in life. Mother passing when he was a small child, he also nursed an ill father to his last breath. But when he loses his one remaining relative, an uncle he’s never met, his existence is turned on its head forever. Bequeathed Clan Gregor Castle in the Scottish Highlands, Angus leaves Australia behind to take on the family business. It’s there he finds more waiting for him than he ever dreamed possible.

Daniel Ramsey is a man with secrets, none more dangerous than the fact that he can see what others can’t. When he meets one particularly handsome Australian, the attraction is immediate. Hesitant to let down his guard, his hand is forced when a former guest of the castle comes calling and attempts to stake a claim on the very man Daniel wants.

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Naughty Cupid by Deanna Wadsworth Blog Tour, Interview, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, we have Deanna Wadsworth stopping by with her newest release Naughty Cupid, we have a short interview with Deanna, a great excerpt and a fantastic giveaway, so enjoy the post and click that giveaway link <3 ~Pixie~

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Naughty Cupid

by

Deanna Wadsworth

The name’s Lio, and you may have read the beginning of my story in A Cupid’s Wager. Well, hold on to you hats, because there’s more to tell about your favorite cupid working in the Gay Division of the Inter-Dimensional Association of Cupids.

Remember Ethan? That Aztec god of the winds who busted me shooting a closeted human with a gay lust arrow? Yeah, I haven’t been able to forget him either. Even though I have a rule against getting it on with other supernaturals—especially ones working for the Straight Division—my magic is drawn to Ethan and all his tattoos and piercings in a way I cannot control.

But after that night of mind-numbing sex, now I gotta face my evil ex-boyfriend and a suspension by the IDAC for “misplacing” arrows. They took my quiver, and I have to figure out how to get my arrow privileges back before they’re taken forever.

Ethan seems to think he can help me, but I don’t know how anybody can make this cupid believe in love again.

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Blood Divine by Greg Howard Guest Post, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, we have debut author Greg Howard stopping in today with his brand new release Blood Divine, we have a great guest post, a fantastic excerpt and there’s a fantastic giveaway, so check out the post and follow Greg’s instructions to enter the giveaway! <3 ~Pixie~

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Blood Divine

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Greg Howard

Cooper Causey spent a lifetime eluding the demons of his youth and suppressing the destructive power inside him. But a disconcerting voicemail lures Cooper back home to the coast of South Carolina and to Warfield—the deserted plantation where his darkness first awakened.

While searching for his missing grandmother, Cooper uncovers the truth about his peculiar ancestry and becomes a pawn in an ancient war between two supernatural races. In order to protect the only man he’s ever loved, Cooper must embrace the dark power threatening to consume him and choose sides in a deadly war between the righteous and the fallen.

Available now: Wilde City Press
Available 31st August: Pre-order: Amazon | Kobo

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Keeping Karma by Tory Temple (2nd Edition)

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Author: Tory Temple

Genre: Contemporary, Other Paranormal

Length: Novella (138pgs)

ISBN: 978-1-63477-714-8

Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (24th August 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 3 ½ Hearts

Reviewer: Pixie

Blurb: Alex Myers is keeping deeper secrets than just his pet ferret, Karma, who is illegal in California. Both Alex and his twin sister, Tabitha, can “hear” the thoughts of animals. It’s an ability he puts to good use working at an emergency animal clinic while studying to become a veterinarian.

One night, local animal-control officer Dylan Travers comes into the clinic with an injured fawn, and it doesn’t take the two men long to act on their mutual attraction. But the closer they become, the harder it is for Alex to keep Karma and the rest of his menagerie from Dylan. And then there’s the matter of his ability…. Will Dylan even believe him if he tries to explain?

Add to that debilitating migraines from especially “loud” animals and a scheming coworker threatening the clinic, and Alex needs Dylan’s support more than ever. Alex just wants to keep his job, his pets, his lover, and his sanity. But he can’t do it alone.

First Edition published by Torquere Press, 2009.

Purchase Link: https://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/books/keeping-karma-by-tory-temple-7372-b

Review: Alex can hear animal thoughts, it helps him with his job at the emergency animal clinic but it does nothing for his love life when boyfriends can’t get away from him fast enough when he admits the truth. Meeting Dylan has Alex hoping that he can eventually confess the truth, but when a bad case of animal abuse has Alex passing out Dylan is sceptical of Alex’s confession. Dylan loves his job as an animal-control officer, meeting Alex is an opportunity that Dylan doesn’t want to miss. But Dylan has some doubts when Alex confesses he can hear animals’ thoughts, can Dylan accept Alex’s claim or will it drive the two men apart?

This is a cute story that has some super cute animals and a hot romance. Alex is a great character who is a little different, he can hear animals’ thoughts, which is great when they are injured but is distressing when they have been abused. Dylan is a great character who is just an everyday kind of guy, he loves animals and tries to help as many as he can. When these two meet they have a subtle attraction which quickly heats up, but Alex’s confession begin to drive them apart.

I liked this story and enjoyed the background friction between Alex and his co-worker Gordon; it adds a good dose of tension and adversity to the story. The relationship between Alex and Dylan is cute, Alex is a bit of a bumbler especially when he’s trying to talk his way around his ownership of Karma (his pet ferret) and both men can be mega cute with each other. Their relationship is hot, there are plenty of smexy times between them, and the animals’ antics are funny and sweet.

 The story is easy going and enjoyable, there isn’t much friction except for Gordon and it has some really cute animal adventures. Other than that it really is just a story about two men finding love and accepting their differences, it’s enjoyable but nothing to really get your teeth into.

I recommend this to those who love cute animals, sexy men, a touch of tension, accepting the truth no matter how strange and a very sexy relationship that overcomes cute annoying animals, and human differences.

Keeping Karma by Tory Temple Guest Post, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi peeps, we have Tory Temple stopping by on the first stop of the tour for her upcoming re-release Keeping Karma, we have a great guest post from Tory, a great excerpt and a fantastic comment giveaway! So check out the post and leave a comment to enter the giveaway! <3 ~Pixie~

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Keeping Karma

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Tory Temple

Alex Myers is keeping deeper secrets than just his pet ferret, Karma, who is illegal in California. Both Alex and his twin sister, Tabitha, can “hear” the thoughts of animals. It’s an ability that he puts to good use working at an emergency animal clinic while studying to become a veterinarian.

One night, local animal control officer Dylan Travers comes into the clinic with an injured fawn, and it doesn’t take the two men long to act on their mutual attraction. But the closer they become, the harder it is for Alex to keep Karma and the rest of his menagerie from by-the-books Dylan. And then there’s the matter of his ability…. Will Dylan even believe him if he tries to explain?

Add to that debilitating migraines from especially “loud” animals and a scheming coworker threatening the clinic, and Alex needs Dylan’s support more than ever. Alex just wants to keep his job, his pets, his lover, and his sanity. But he can’t do it alone.

Release date: 24th August 2016
Pre-order: Dreamspinner Press

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Hot & Sexy by Leah Blake

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Series: Love Your Dragon #3

Author: Leah Blake

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal 

Length: Novella 

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (June 30, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.5 Hearts 

Blurb: Tyrus discovers his mate is Dante, one of four Hynesin heirs. Unfortunately, their first encounter is anything but promising. With Dante the top suspect in the abduction of his close friend, Tyrus finds himself waging war between his loyalty to his friends and the growing desires that consume him in Dante’s presence.

Dante has issues with authority. Losing his initial confrontation to Zhett, captain of the Dalistine, and finding himself prisoner on his grandfather’s ship, Dante has a deep chip on his shoulder. Yet, he is willing to forgo his grudge in order to earn Tyrus’s trust, and claim the sexy, tech-savvy man as his mate.

When Dante’s oldest brother lands in the hands of a dangerous enemy, Dante resorts to betraying Tyrus in order to save his brother. Can Tyrus forgive his mate for the pain he caused and rise above the secret of his past? Or will he sever their mating bond once and for all?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-368-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/hot-and-sexy

Reviewer: Lisa 

Review: Each book in the Love Your Dragon collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order.

I had not had the pleasure of reading any of Leah’s books until today, when I was given this series. I am not normally one that will start reading an author’s work that I have not heard of right off the bat. However, for some reason the series name was what caught my attention. I can honestly say that I am very glad to have started reading it. 

The characters were a blast to read about, so damn feisty. I love alphas and omegas, but there is something about one who is neither. One whose life had been thrown for a loop when they were younger. As with Tyrus, who had lost his family at a young age, he is the one that calls to me. 

Tyrus and his friends were sent to Earth to bring back the heirs to the throne. He and his friends had not expected the men to be so damn stubborn and feisty that is for sure. His little mate is trouble with a capital T. He has trust issues that might just cost him Tyrus. With Dante being the top suspect in the kidnapping of their team mate, he is in a bit of a pickle. Tyrus knows that with his past, the loss of his mate would tear him apart, he just needs the ass to see that.

Dante doesn’t trust anyone but his brothers. He also doesn’t like to be bossed around and will kick anyone’s ass who tries. However his next stupid move might just cost him it all. Then the doctor tells them the next shocker.

I enjoyed reading this story and cannot wait to get my hands on the next book. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. There is a bit of confusion in this book, as with the others though. It can be just a bit hard to follow with the mixture of characters and keeping them apart. Also there are questions that the story doesn’t answer, but it doesn’t really take away from the story itself for me.

I had a blast reading it and can’t wait to read the next book.

Poison Tongue by Nash Summers

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Series: Afflicted Souls 01

Author: Nash Summers

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal, Mystery

Length: Novel (200 Pages)

Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (August 10, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts

Blurb: Levi Bell can see a person’s soul just by looking into their eyes. In Monroe Poirier’s eyes, he sees the devil himself.

When Monroe moves back to the small Southern town of Malcome, Levi is repelled by the darkness of the stranger’s soul. But Levi is cursed to love things dark and wicked, and he’s seduced each time he looks into Monroe’s eyes—and drawn to the swamp behind the old Poirier house.

As strange occurrences begin to happen when shadows and visions visit him in the night, Levi sees a flicker of something good in Monroe’s soul. But the need to submerge himself in the swamp’s murky waters grows stronger as Levi’s desire for Monroe becomes unbearable.

In his struggles to help Monroe save his soul, Levi will have to decide if it’s worth losing his own.

ISBN: 978-1-63477-597-7

Product Link: https://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/books/poison-tongue-by-nash-summers-7346-b

Reviewer: Lisa 

Review: Nash Summers is a new author for me so I wasn’t too sure what to expect. In a way I was pleasantly surprised and in another I was totally creeped out. I can’t say that I am or will ever be a fan of this story though. To me the tone was just too dark and just too intense for me to really get into. As for the story itself it was well written, with a lot of depth that will drag you in from the moment one starts reading it. 

I have always felt that Louisiana was a place that was deep, dark and mysterious. You hear many things about it and it was never a place I wanted to visit, although there were some interesting areas that did sound intriguing. Nash has given us a story that makes you feel like you are right there with them, freaking out the whole way. 

Levi can take one look at a person’s eyes to know what they are like. His family, as well as himself, are connected deeply to the sides of good and evil. Levi can see the soul; another can see ghosts and so forth. His soul is actually in my mind a ghost I would guess, and very few can see it. His own grandmother had told him that he would fall in love with the devil. He is aligned with the darkness and has found the one man that was his. His grandmother was right.

Monroe is full of darkness and evil, but in truth it is all a curse. His darkness is what calls to Levi. When Monroe came home, the town was not welcoming at all. He feels like he deserves everything they throw at him and sees himself as the monster they call him. It will be up to Levi to save his soul and to show him that he is more than what others see.

It has a very creepy mysterious look about it, but the characters are a different type that I haven’t really come across in all of my reading. You can tell how Monroe really is with his reaction to Levi and how he doesn’t want to hurt him at all. If he was so evil, he would not care. I definitely would not read this at night and alone.

Overall the story is very well told and flows just perfect. The pace was a bit slow for me and I can’t say that this will ever be a story that I will ever like. I can honestly say after reading this that I will probably stay away from the state as well. I am afraid that this story was just not for me and I will probably avoid the next book.

However, if you like paranormals with dark tones, a mystery to solve and evil, then this will be a hit for you. I would recommend it.

Lime Gelatin and Other Monsters by Angel Martinez (2nd Edition)

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Series:  Offbeat Crimes # 1

Author: Angel Martinez

Genre: Erotic Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal

Length: Novella (91 pages)

Publisher: Pride Publishing (19th June 2016 early download)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.75 Hearts

Blurb: Kyle Monroe, his irritating new partner and their fellow freaks at the 77th Precinct must learn to work together to stop a vicious murderer that might not even be human.

Kyle Monroe’s encounter with a strange, gelatinous creature in an alley leaves him scarred and forever changed, revealing odd abilities he wishes he didn’t have and earning him reassignment to a precinct where all the cops have defective paranormal abilities.

Just as he’s starting to adjust to his fellow misfit squad mates, Kyle’s new partner arrives. Tall, physically perfect, reserved and claiming he has no broken psychic talents, Vikash Soren irritates Kyle in every way. But as much as he’d like to hate Vikash, Kyle finds himself oddly drawn to him, their non-abilities meshing in unexpected ways. If they can learn to work together, they might be able to stop the mysterious killer who has been leaving mutilated bodies along the banks of the Schuylkill.

Publisher’s Note: This book has previously been released elsewhere. It has been revised and re-edited for re-release with Pride Publishing.

General Release Date: 16th August 2016

ISBN: 978-1-78651-469-1

Product Link: https://www.pride-publishing.com/book/lime-gelatin-and-other-monsters

Reviewer: Shorty 

Review: After a strange encounter with a gelatinous creature in an alley Kyle discovers he has abilities and as a result is transferred to the 77th precinct. The 77th precinct consists of others with odd abilities who make up a paranormal team so to speak. 

Vikash Soren is one such member of the team who gets partnered with Kyle. They are on the case of finding a mysterious killer who leaves mutilated bodies along the river.

What I enjoyed about this book was how well balanced it was. The drama, mystery, humour flowed smoothly throughout. The details of the mysterious killer were interesting as the story progressed.

The main characters were a hoot to read about, especially when they are working together and getting to know one another.

Fantastic and interesting read.

Spindrift by Amy Rae Durreson Guest Post and Excerpt!

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Hiya peeps, we have Amy Rae Durrenson stopping by today with her upcoming release Spindrift, we have a brilliant guest post and a great excerpt so check out the post and enjoy! <3 ~Pixie~

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Spindrift

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Amy Rae Durrenson

When lonely artist Siôn Ruston retreats to the seaside village of Rosewick Bay, Yorkshire, to recover from a suicide attempt, he doesn’t expect to encounter any ghosts, let alone the one who appears in his bedroom every morning at dawn. He also doesn’t expect to meet his ghost’s gorgeous, flirty descendant working at the local museum… and the village pub, and as a lifeboat volunteer. But Mattie’s great-great-grandfather isn’t the only specter in Rosewick Bay, and as Siôn and Mattie investigate an ill-fated love affair from a bygone era, they begin a romance of their own, one that will hopefully escape the tragedy Mattie’s ancestor suffered.

But the ghosts aren’t the only ones with secrets, and the things Siôn and Mattie are keeping from each other threaten to tear them apart. And all the while, the dead are biding their time, because the curse of Rosewick Bay has never been broken. If the ghosts are seen on the streets, local tradition foretells a man will drown before the summer’s end.

Release date: 12th August

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Poison Tongue by Nash Summers, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi peeps, we have Nash Summer stopping by with her upcoming release Poison Tongue, we have some exquisite teasers, a new tempting excerpt and a fantastic giveaway! So peeps, check out the post and click that giveaway link! <3 ~Pixie~

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Poison Tongue

(Afflicted Souls 01)
by

Nash Summers

Levi Bell can see a person’s soul just by looking into their eyes. In Monroe Poirier’s eyes, he sees the devil himself.

When Monroe moves back to the small Southern town of Malcome, Levi is repelled by the darkness of the stranger’s soul. But Levi is cursed to love things dark and wicked, and he’s seduced each time he looks into Monroe’s eyes—and drawn to the swamp behind the old Poirier house.

As strange occurrences begin to happen when shadows and visions visit him in the night, Levi sees a flicker of something good in Monroe’s soul. But the need to submerge himself in the swamp’s murky waters grows stronger as Levi’s desire for Monroe becomes unbearable.

In his struggles to help Monroe save his soul, Levi will have to decide if it’s worth losing his own.

Release date: 10th August 2016

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Never Lose Your Flame by Francis Gideon

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Author: Francis Gideon

Genre: Other Paranormal, Urban Fantasy

Length: Novel (310pgs)

ISBN: 978-1-63477-541-0

Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (1st August 2016)

Heat Level: Low – Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4 ½ – 5 Hearts

Reviewer: Pixie

Blurb: Cop-turned-bounty-hunter Gabe Dominguez is hired to capture firestarter Nat Wyatt. For a dragon-shifter like Gabe, apprehending Nat is easy, but transporting him involves more time, energy, and blood loss than he envisioned. An attack from a band of fairies, an out-of-control forest fire, and a showdown at an auction don’t faze Gabe, but Nat’s innocence might stop him entirely.

Since discovering his abilities, Nat’s lost a best friend, a boyfriend, and trust in his brother. Only his love of concerts and card games get him through life without a home. Rumors of the Judge, a giant dragon who once destroyed half of Canada avenging those he loved, provide Nat with hope of vindication. When Nat discovers his captor is the Judge, he thinks he’s finally caught a break. Through late-night conversations and a shared love of music, Nat tries to convince Gabe he’s not guilty.

Can Gabe continue his cutthroat lifestyle, or will he run away with his dragon hoard like he’s always longed to do? Can Nat escape his legacy, or will his be another spark snuffed out by people who don’t understand? The Oracle, the most powerful wizard in Canada, might be the only one who can provide answers.

Purchase Link: https://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/books/never-lose-your-flames-by-francis-gideon-7338-b

Review: Bounty Hunter Gabe is a dragon shifter, when he’s given a new bounty to hunt when he’s having a rare night to himself he’s just a touch miffed, discovering the guy he’s just picked up is his bounty makes him grind his teeth, seeing said bounty driving off on his bike has steam coming out of his ears but it’s nothing compared to the journey he’s about to take as he drags his bounty across the country.

Nat is a firestarter who just wants to get on with his life, but with yet another bounty out on his head he knows it will be near impossible to escape his brother again. Discovering his hunter is the Judge has him grasping at the slim hope of someone believing the truth, but getting Gabe to see the truth is freaking hard. During the journey to the meeting point Nat and Gabe share a love of music and Gabe begins to accept that not everything he has been told about Nat is the truth, but can he let go of his duty as a bounty hunter to try and help Nat.

This is a great urban fantasy story that has a paranormal world that is like nothing we are used to. Gabe shut himself off from the world after that death of his lover, turning to bounty hunting to survive he’s earned the name of the Judge but when he’s sent to pick up Nat it has him questioning what he is doing and what he truly wants. Nat is stuck; his brother wants him for his firestarting powers and just won’t let him go, he tries to keep under the radar but with his brother setting him up for arson and murder he just can’t keep moving fast enough.

When these two men meet it truly is a moment of sparks flying between them, their attraction to each other is instant but they end up at odds when Gabe takes a bounty that Nat has on his head. This really is a fantastic story that has many moments of near misses and digging for the truth. The paranormal aspects are brilliant with the world being a place where paranormals are accepted with laws in place to govern them.

The actually storyline is fascinating as we are dragged deeper into Gabe and Nat’s world, startling revelations become clear with Gabe left feeling betrayed. We meet several characters who add a great deal to the storyline and make this story just a little bit more special, but Nat and Gabe are the stars of this show, especially when they face down the Oracle!

I recommend this to those who love real world paranormals, fantastic urban fantasy stories, accepting the truth an doing the right thing and a love that blooms during the harshest of times.

North To Zombieville by Meg Bawden

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Series: Zombieville #1

Author: Meg Bawden

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Horror, Zombies, Apocalyptic 

Length: Novel (200 Pages) 

Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (May 18, 2016)

Heat Level: Low 

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts 

Blurb: The year is 2028, and Dallas and Raleigh Jenson are torn apart when a worldwide zombie apocalypse ravages their home of Townsville, Australia. After a year of searching, Dallas, a former Australian army rifleman, finally reunites with Raleigh, but it’s not like old times. Not only do they have zombies to contend with, but also other humans, changed by desperation and willing to do anything to survive.

Dallas and Raleigh have changed too. So much so, that Dallas struggles with the idea that Raleigh no longer needs or wants his protection. But they will need to rely on each other and find strength in their love as they are forced to evade zombies and watch their friends die. As they fight for their lives in a brutal landscape where every supply and every step toward a potential cure is a battle to the death, only their trust in each other can keep them from perishing. 

ISBN: 978-1-63477-275-4 

Product Link: https://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/books/north-to-zombieville-by-meg-bawden-6799-b

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Most of my life was spent reading romance stories whether contemporary or paranormal, as long as there was a happy ending it was for me. Now lately I have come across stories about zombies and even though I love watching those kinds of movies, I have never really wanted to read a horror story. This author is also new to me, so I was doubtful on reading it. I have never really been one to try new things so when I was handed this story, you could imagine my expression.

Dallas and Raleigh were out on the town, enjoying their anniversary when it happened. When the world was overtaken by the dead. These two madly in love men were separated and had no clue if the other was alive or dead. Dallas went on to look for Raleigh, finding and rescuing people on the way. The only rule he had was that they were never to say a word to him about him looking for his husband. 

Raleigh had been taken to safety by others, but had left behind his husband. He had no clue if Dallas was alive or not, but he kept a positive thoughts to that effect. Raleigh at one time had been a photographer and gentle as can be. Dallas was the one to take care of him and keep him safe. However as time goes by Raleigh has taken care of himself. 

A year has passed and to their shock they find each other. However they have both changed so much, but their love has strengthened. It will take time. Now I must admit that if you are in a pretty good sized city, what are the odds that one man would be known by all those who they rescued. That was what was so strange about this. Overall this story is about the many people that have survived what has happened. You have your dumb zombies and then you have the souped up zombies, I will let you figure that one out. 

This story is full of characters with different attitudes and some that are just complete asses. Not everyone will make it out alive, but there are a couple I wouldn’t mind seeing gone. There was one part of the story that had me in tears, but I will let you figure who it is. I loved Dallas quite a bit. Here is a man who is ex-military and his main priority is finding his husband. Now Raleigh is a different matter. He is very whiny and childish in some parts, pretty reckless and stupid in others. I think he has an offbeat attitude and I don’t much care for him. He reminds me of those books where the damsel needs rescuing. However that is how he comes off, it is not the way he is in some parts of it. 

Overall I hated the cliff hanger and want to know what is going to happen. It drives me crazy when authors write their stories like that. I just hope that this one doesn’t make it to the end of the pile, because usually books with cliff hangers don’t last long with me. I hate to wait.

Other than that I was very surprised to find that I really enjoyed this book and look forward to the next one. 

Never Lose Your Flame by Francis Gideon Guest Post & Excerpt!

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Hi guys, we have Francis Gideon popping in with his upcoming release Never Lose Your Flame, we have a great guest post where Francis chats about his characters, and we have a great excerpt, so check out the post and enjoy! <3 ~Pixie~

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Never Lose Your Flame

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Francis Gideon

Cop-turned-bounty hunter Gabe Dominguez is hired to capture firestarter Nat Wyatt. For a dragon-shifter like Gabe, apprehending Nat is easy, but transporting him involves more time, energy, and blood loss than he envisioned. An attack from a band of fairies, an out-of-control forest fire, and a showdown at an auction don’t faze Gabe, but Nat’s innocence might stop him entirely.

Since discovering his abilities, Nat’s lost a best friend, a boyfriend, and trust in his brother. Only his love of concerts and card games get him through life without a home. Rumors of the Judge, a giant dragon who once destroyed half of Canada avenging those he loved, provide Nat with hope of vindication. When Nat discovers his captor is the Judge, he thinks he’s finally caught a break. Through late-night conversations and a shared love of music, Nat tries to convince Gabe he’s not guilty.

Can Gabe continue his cutthroat lifestyle, or will he run away with his dragon hoard like he’s always longed to do? Can Nat escape his legacy, or will his be another spark snuffed out by people who don’t understand? The Oracle, the most powerful wizard in Canada, might be the only one who can provide answers.

Release date: 1st August 2016

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Keeping Karma by Tory Temple Cover Reveal & Excerpt!

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Hi peeps, we have Tory Temple popping in with the cover to her upcoming re-release Keeping Karma, we have a short intro from Tory, a great excerpt and don’t forget that cute cover! So check out the post and enjoy! <3 ~Pixie~

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Keeping Karma

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Tory Temple

Alex Myers is keeping deeper secrets than just his pet ferret, Karma, who is illegal in California. Both Alex and his twin sister, Tabitha, can “hear” the thoughts of animals. It’s an ability that he puts to good use working at an emergency animal clinic while studying to become a veterinarian.

One night, local animal control officer Dylan Travers comes into the clinic with an injured fawn, and it doesn’t take the two men long to act on their mutual attraction. But the closer they become, the harder it is for Alex to keep Karma and the rest of his menagerie from by-the-books Dylan. And then there’s the matter of his ability…. Will Dylan even believe him if he tries to explain?

Add to that debilitating migraines from especially “loud” animals and a scheming coworker threatening the clinic, and Alex needs Dylan’s support more than ever. Alex just wants to keep his job, his pets, his lover, and his sanity. But he can’t do it alone.

Release date: 24th August 2016
Pre-order: Dreamspinner Press

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The Paranaturalist by Ki Brightly Blog Tour, Guest Post & Excerpt!

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Hiya peeps, we have Ki Brightly and the upcoming release The Paranaturalist stopping by today, we have a fantastic guest post and a great excerpt, so check out the post and get a feel for this spooky book! <3 ~Pixie~

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The Paranaturalist

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Ki Brightly

As a kid, Joseph Appleyard saw things hidden from others. Now he is The Paranaturalist, an investigator and cohost of a television show that seeks to prove the existence of the paranormal. Some think Joe is crazy, but they don’t realize he knows firsthand there’s more to the world than what most perceive. The trouble is, somewhere along the way, Joe lost his vision and it left his world flat and dull. One night an investigation goes horribly wrong, and a powerful ghostly manifestation sends Joe tumbling into a river. Spirit worker Owen Watson saves Joe’s life, and once they are back on dry land, whatever has been blocking Joe’s vision has been washed away.

When a haunting goes from annoying to dangerous, people turn to Owen Watson. He hates those infuriating hacks from TV, but when he pulls Joe from the river, his mind begins to change. Joe is scared and confused, and Owen realizes he might just be the real thing. Together, they work to understand the part of Joe that has been shut away for so long. But just as Joe is reacclimating to his abilities, his career as a paranormal investigator is in danger of being ripped away. Owen would gladly battle a bloodthirsty spirit for Joe, but he’s out of his element in the world of reality television.

Release date: 27th June 2016 

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