Blame It on the Bass by Lexxie Couper

August 1, 2014 By 3 Comments

BASS
Blame It on the Bass by Lexxie Couper
Heart of Fame Book 6
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (224 Pages)
Other: M/M, M/M/F, Menage, Anal Sex/Play, Spanking, BDSM
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Foxglove

Can they mend his broken heart?

Heart of Fame, Book 6

After a horrific accident robs rock legend Levi Levistan and his long-time partner, Corbin, of their dream of becoming parents, Levi is lost in a sea of grief. Until he runs into an old high school flame and their chemistry reignites.

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As an erotic romance editor, nothing much unsettles Sonja Stone. She’s not even surprised at her body’s powerful reaction to Levi’s kiss. But when Corbin approaches them, eyes smoldering with hunger, his suggestion shakes her to the core.

Sensing their unspoken wounds, Sonja agrees to take a chance on a threesome. Their union is explosively perfect, but something is holding Levi back from sealing their searing emotional connection. Something that could destroy their love once and for all…

Blame It on the Bass is the latest is Lexxie Couper’s Heart of Fame series, and it takes a look into the life of bass player Levi Levistan, a very private man going through a painful patch and having trouble opening up to his partner Corbin.

As the search continues for a lead singer for Synergy, bass player Levi Levistan has left it all up to his band mates, while he and his partner Corbin Smith retreat from the public eye to mourn the loss of their daughter and her mother. Levi is handling the loss like he has handled things his whole life, by shutting everything inside and not talking it through. Corbin loves Levi, but he needs Levi to share his feelings, so after a bitter discussion, Corbin leaves for a bit, to think. Levi needs to find something to keep him from losing it all, and ends up at a karaoke bar to have a drink and unwind. When he spots his high school sweetheart on stage, he joins her for a song and they end up in a hot embrace, just as Corbin comes in the door. Instead of being upset, Corbin realizes that this woman has brought some life and spirit back to Levi, and he suggests that they invite Sonja back to their place. Levi is shocked by Corbin’s idea, and also turned on, but worried that Corbin might not be into it. When these three discuss things, Levi and Corbin are able to convince her that they both want her to stay, and she wants to believe them. Can three be the perfect number in this relationship? Can Sonny help these two wounded men heal and rejoin in the life around them?

I like this world, and the interaction between the main characters. There is a past with Sonja, and it is portrayed in bits and pieces through these two people’s memories. I love this series, and enjoy the search for the elusive talent needed to replace the irreplaceable Nick Blackthorne.

Levi Levistan and Corbin Smith are a committed couple, in the midst of the single most devastating period in their relationship. They had looked forward to the birth of their daughter via a surrogate, and when the senseless accident took both the child and her mother from them, each man reacted differently. Corbin grieved openly, and needed to share his grief with Levi, while Levi buried his grief and pain deep inside himself. I like that, although Corbin left, he realized that he still loved Levi, and needed to find a way to get through to Levi and help him heal. I love that he felt secure enough with Levi to accept and welcome Sonja into their lives, their homes, and finally, into their hearts.

Sonja ‘Sonny’ Stone is strong, determined and unflappable. She has to be in her career as an editor of erotic romances, but even she is shaken a bit by Corbin’s suggestion. I like that she shares a past with Levi, and knows and understands how he handles pain and stress in his life, and I liked seeing how she reacted to both Levi and Corbin. She has such an open and adventurous nature, and she fills the place inside both men that neither knew was there.

This is a poignant and touching story, one of pain and loss and starting anew. There are some sad moments, but there are many joyous ones as well, and when disaster strikes, Levi and Corbin are able to face it together and make sure Sonny stays right where she belongs…between these two attentive and loving men. This one is for those who like their romance unconventional and hot…and I do mean hot! I’m looking forward to seeing how the search for Nick’s replacement works out, and I recommend this series in its entirety to those who like lots of screaming hot romance with a peek inside the life of a band.

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The Family by Gerald Beckman

August 1, 2014 By 3 Comments

FAMILY
The Family by Gerald Beckman
Publisher: Porfirio Press (Zharmae)
Genre: Mystery/Suspense, recent Historical
Length: Full Length (305 pgs)
Rating: 4.5 stars
Reviewed by Thornapple

Lawyer Jay Rhodes is struggling with sobriety when he recruits rookie Aaron Arredondo to his failing South Texas firm. Hoping to gain a few easy cases from Aaron’s local connections, Jay instead finds himself pulled into the underbelly of the community: a burgeoning drug economy and ruthless world of money, family ties, and risk.

Culture clash, corruption, and greed ride shotgun in this tale of lawyers and cops, smugglers and kingpins, and murder and revenge in 1970s South Texas. From schoolyards to federal offices, no one is immune to the allure or the costs of the trade; it’s lucrative, but treacherous—and it’s not long before Jay finds that his new recruit has ambitions of his own.

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This atmospheric crime drama had my attention from the very beginning. Jay has had his hands full just trying to cope with his drinking problems and the shape of his law firm. So, he may be a little out of touch with some of the latest crime developments. Despite his issues, Jay is a principled man and maybe a bit naive when it comes to the long and powerful reach of greed.  Aaron is a volatile character. Trust him? No? I don’t know? Keep reading. He’s sharp. But, he has an agenda. His agenda will take Jay on a journey he would never have imagined.

I must confess I am a Texas resident and I am familiar with some of the places written about here. The drug trade is BIG business and now it’s VERY, VERY dangerous. The subject matter is timely due to the recent headlines, but back in this time frame this issue was not well known on a national level. These small border towns are eaten alive with corruption. The lure of “easy money”.. isn’t that the way the song goes?

This book also put me in mind of a few real life cases in this time period. Drugs, money, violence, corruption, politics, the legal system all collide making this a compelling novel. There are real character developments and growth especially for Jay who will finally sit up and take responsibility for his actions and his life.

This is one of the best crime novels I have read in awhile. You will be on the edge of your seat wondering who to trust, what will happen next and I think you will find contentment with the way things turned out for Jay.

It is my understanding that this is a first novel for this author. There were few things I was not sure about , such as the mention and use of the VCR. In the 1970’s if someone had said something about a VCR to me I wouldn’t have known what they were talking about. The device was used in the television industry primarily and it wasn’t until the the early to mid 1980’s that the VCR became a common item in households. But, a few people did have them or the betamax so I’ll give the author the benefit of the doubt on that one. Everything else in the book was authentic to a fault. This book was researched and the author knew his stuff. I had to remind myself that this was not a true crime novel. Very, very well done!!

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Conquering Theana by LeTesha Newton and Lillian MacKenzie Rhine

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THEANA
Conquering Theana by LeTesha Newton and Lillian MacKenzie Rhine
Conquering Series
Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Genre: Paranormal, Contemporary
Length: Full length (151 pgs)
Other: M/F/M, Ménage, Anal Play
Rating: 3.5 stars
Reviewed by Waratah

Theana ran from Seurri City, home of the wolf shifters now public to humans, to escape a mating with her childhood friend. She wasn’t in the mood for a mate, or the trappings of politics. Then she meets Rafael, alpha of the strongest pack in Seurri, and his beta, Gregori. Suddenly she can’t catch her breath, or keep control of her emotions.
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Rafael and Gregori refuse to let Theana get her own way, or deny the love they could share. Perhaps two men for their feisty mate are definitely better than one. Now to stall the would-be childhood suitor, and stop an all out war between the packs—but love is worth fighting for.

I love finding new authors because it opens the world to new and exciting reads. It’s a pretty common shifter story in that the humans accept the shifter, but only face to face. There will always be some type of organization after the shifter community.

I love a strong female character with a good mix of sass and brains. I really liked Theana because she’s a little strong in the first chapter, then she toned the whole I’m better attitude. Translation: she’s a bit spoiled. Her father let her run wild most of her life. Theana isn’t quick to lie down and take orders, nor is she in any hurry to be mated. She has made a point of only being with wolves lower ranking than her, although that didn’t make much sense to me.

The males were the typical alpha type, but I liked the alpha right off. This alpha cares about his beta and knew how to put his beta at ease. How the Alpha and beta grew up together and how they formed a bond was really good. They’ve shared women before but a mate? No. And if they did, where does the beta fit in? Is there rank in a relationship?

There was the nice show of strength, power and passion along with a few yummy scenes to sweeten the story. I liked how the authors threw in a wee bit of danger as well as keeping the conflict simple.

This looks to be a first in a series. Because of the secondary characters I’d think, that another book will come at some point. The writers didn’t leave me hanging though, which I liked. The length was decent and there was just a bit of back ground. It wasn’t a knock my socks off read, but I liked and enjoyed it. If you like wolf shifters, then hop over and grab this read. I’m sure you will enjoy it I did.

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Photograph by Tanith Davenport

August 1, 2014 By 4 Comments

PHOTOGRAPH
Photograph by Tanith Davenport
Publisher: Totally Bound
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (198 pgs)
Other: BDSM, M/F, Anal Play, Spanking, masturbation
Rating: 3.5 stars
Reviewed by Xeranthemum

She wanted him. Her sister married him.

Tara Thornton hasn’t spoken to her sister in two years, ever since Azure married the man of Tara’s dreams. Tired of the rift, Azure invites her to take a Mediterranean cruise on a friend’s yacht and, bowing to family pressure, Tara accepts.

Forced to be in close proximity with the man she still desires, Tara is thrown into confusion. The presence of celebrity theme park owner Liam Wilder and the reality of his marriage to Azure send Tara into a tailspin and, in an attempt to regain control, she responds to the advances of hot fellow guest Ryan Hyde, while determined to feel no affection for him.

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A hard won happy ever after is the reward for reading Photograph and it’s worth experiencing Tara’s growing pains. It’s not often a heroine is the one having to navigate territory that usually is a male’s purview.

Ms. Davenport had quite the challenge facing her when dealing with Tara. A reader is first introduced to the heroine when she is at her most uptight, obsessive, illogical, controlling and nasty as well as stubborn beyond belief. In short, she’s not likeable. Her internal dialogue gives a reader a clear indication of her obsession. It’s not healthy. Who can reach a person that mentally closed off?

Her sister, Azure. I loved the name Azure; it’s so pretty. Tara’s sister is the one who orchestrates an unusual scenario that forces their issues to break open. It’s clever, elaborate and effective. It’s not without its downside but I admit to being pleasantly surprised at one of the twists. In fact, once one of the dramatic and suspenseful incidents happened, the book exhibited a tighter handling of plot focus and intensity. It’s when this book started to shine and I found myself completely engaged and totally enjoying myself.

The style of writing in the first half of the novel is split between Tara’s point of view and Azure’s POV. A reader gets to understand why Azure pushes so hard and what demons plague Tara. In the early stages of the plot, the head hopping hurt my brain. The little snippets of going back in time to relive some moments that lead up the current situation between the two sisters, although commendable in their inclusion, made me want to facepalm – it broke up the flow of the story and it didn’t work for me.

One thing the head hopping and switches of POV accomplished was to help me understand that Tara’s imagination created a picture of a person that had no bearing on reality. The object of her obsession was revealed through Azure as being a person totally and completely unsuited to Tara’s personality, yet that person fits Azure like a glove. And that is also where I saw the slow change and dawning awareness in Tara that nothing was as she believed. She couldn’t handle it so she did what guys normally do which is another clue to her personality. After that moment, the crack in Tara’s shield started to spread and I got to see some amazing shifts as told through internal dialogue and the heroine’s own actions. And readers need to pay attention to her choice of words, they’re very telling. Once that started happening, I was able to see the evidence as to why Azure did not want to give up on Tara, why she pushed so hard and I started to see glimpses of what made their relationship so special before it all went to pot. Tara is redeemable and worth saving.

As for the sex, readers will get their fix. It doesn’t happen only for Tara, Azure gets some too. And believe it or not, sex is important in this tale which was a pleasant surprise. I’m serious too. Usually sex is about titillation or a celebration of a couple coming together in a romance. In Photograph sex is a barometer of emotion and discovery and a key component to Tara’s redemption and I truly got the biggest kick out of that. Way cool.

Initially, Photograph is a hard book to get into because of Tara’s personality and some of the issues I mentioned above. Stick with it because it’s so very worth it. The heroine’s character growth is significant and powerful, the drama and excitement that the author infused at certain key points in the story were well written and gripping and set fire to the plot movement. The growing attraction between Ryan and Tara was a complex love dance that ultimately culminated in a soon to be HEA. I won’t clarify that statement; a reader will have to find out for one’s self. The intimate encounters were varied and always well placed, not to mention delightfully hot. The happily ever after is intricate and substantial and it tied up some loose ends making it a wonderful way to end the story. It’s not a fairy tale ending; it’s the perfect ending for both Tara and Azure. If readers like character driven plots then this book fits the bill. If readers like challenging and strong female protagonists, then this is the novel to choose. Photograph has a lot to offer; pick up your own copy and see for yourself.

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His Every Need by Terri L Austin

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NEED
His Every Need by Terri L Austin
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (320 pages)
Other: M/F
Rating: 3 stars
Reviewed by Nymphaea

How far will she go to hold on to her family home?

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She’s going to be his every need…as long as he needs.

The idea of doing anything in order to a loan repaid isn’t new in erotic romance. What is new about this book is the emotion injected into the story. The writing sizzles and I enjoyed reading about these two people.

Allie is trying to save her home because of a mistake. She’s also trying to keep her family afloat. That’s a lot for anyone to deal with. I liked that Ms Austin kept her level and sane. I got to climb into Allie’s head and know what was happening. I could relate to her struggle.

There were times when I liked Trevor, then there were times I wanted to sock him in the head. The guy has issues, I won’t lie. I understood why he has them and won’t get into them here, but he’s screwed up. I did like how his past formed his views on the future and made him into the man he’d become. I appreciated how he got to know Allie, despite having her work for him. But sometimes his issues were distracting.

Still, the love scenes sizzle and I enjoyed the read. If you like a book that’s a little off the beaten path and loaded with heat, then this might be the book for you.

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Carnal Magic by Lila Dubois

July 31, 2014 By Leave a Comment

MAGIC
Carnal Magic by Lila Dubois
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Length: Full Length (262 pages)
Other: M/F
Rating: 4.5 stars
Reviewed by Lisianthus

Voted BoM by LASR Readers 2013 copy

What if the one you wanted more than any other was the only one you couldn’t trust?

The Wraith Accords, Book 1

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While Aed mac Goll’s loyalty to Fae is absolute, he’s never supported the accords which gave the Vampires sanctuary and restored the Tuatha de’s link to humanity. The very idea he could desire an undead human is unthinkable, yet he’s drawn to Isabel’s dark beauty and fierce intelligence.

Despite their mutual mistrust, they soon find themselves lost in a dangerous game of lust and power. When the treaty shatters amid calls for Isabel’s head, Aed realizes their connection is more than physical. And to save it, they’ll have to unravel a mystery that’s been a thousand years in the making.

I love fantasy worlds, and this was a new and fun world that had enough myth and history to make it somewhat familiar. It has both the fantasy aspect of the Fae with the gritty paranormal aspect of vampires. I enjoyed this mash up of two strong mythos, especially since they were weaved together with expert care and attention to detail.

Isabel is a record keeper for the vampires, it’s her job to keep the history and she’s great at keeping her cool, so she’s the perfect candidate to be the ambassador to the Fae. She doesn’t expect to be attracted to one of them, certainly not the one tasked to protect her.

Aed is loyal to the Fae first and the throne second, but he finds himself putting Isabel before the throne even, with his intense attraction.

These two act on their attraction quickly and it works for the story. I loved their chemistry and the creativity used in the scenes. They then have to work together to unravel secrets within the Fae, and trust each other, and trust doesn’t come easily to two sworn enemies.

I really hope this is a series, because I love the world the author has built here. I highly recommend this story and this world, I will be following this author.

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How to Handle a Heartbreaker by Marie Harte

July 31, 2014 By 1 Comment

HANDLE
How to Handle a Heartbreaker by Marie Harte
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full Length (361 pgs)
Other: M/F
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Xeranthemum

It’s lust-at-first-sight when Brody Singer first sees Abby Dunn. Abby looks a lot like a woman he once knew, one who died years ago. But Abby’s definitely different—shyer but sexier.

Abby’s still trying to put her last disastrous relationship behind her and overcome the flaws her ex wouldn’t let her forget. But somehow Brody isn’t getting the hint. It doesn’t help that when writing her steamy novels, she keeps casting Brody as the hero.

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I thought The Troublemaker Next Door was a good read but this was even better. I enjoyed How to Handle a Heartbreaker immensely because it had a greater depth of emotion and characterization that pulled me in and wouldn’t let go. In fact there is a wonderful richness to the storytelling; add in the sexy and hot scenes with Brody and Abby and a reader has the sweetest of frostings on their romance cake. It was highly entertaining.

Brody was just a jokester in the last book so I wasn’t sure what to expect. What I found was a man with incredibly complex and complicated layers. The horrid childhood he endured was hard to read about. How it affected him in his relationship with Abby made my heart sore. What that means is that Ms. Harte has created a fantastic character for a reader to get to know and fall in love with. He made me laugh, blush, sigh and even sniffle. I didn’t outright cry but I came close when Brody and Flynn were having a very open and serious talk. I think those pages were some of the best, most profound writing of the whole book. I was very impressed.

Abby is sort of how I thought she would be but better. She alternated between being funny, insightful or just plain sweet. Hidden in all of that is a serious backbone made of steel. She showed it when dealing with one of her sisters, and she showed it when she had to deal with Brody. Consider it tough love. I didn’t think she had it in her but when it really counted, Abby held firm. She was independent enough to stand on her own two feet but woman enough to want a worthy man to walk by her side. Getting to that point made for fascinating reading and I enjoyed myself every step of the way.

Mutt is back and he’s so cute. Big, but cute. As for other secondary characters, it was nice to see Flynn and Maddie again. But there’s something brewing with other family members and it looks like there could be a rocky road ahead. And there was a surprise from Brody’s past; I’ll call it a good thing/bad thing sort of situation. Even though it started out bad, it’s another example of a very poignant and powerful bit of writing that raised this story up to a higher level of enjoyment. Ms. Harte really put my emotions through the wringer with this one, and I loved every moment.

And that is what made this novel so compelling. The last one had a lot of sex and although it was well done, How to Handle a Heartbreaker has more heart and feeling and emotion connecting the characters. I cared about them, worried about them and was concerned for them. It had tenderness, raunchy fun, sentimental romance and men being men and acting like rambunctious boys. The dialogue was integral to the plot movement and romance development and I enjoyed all the interaction. It’s a well written book.

How to Handle a Heartbreaker is a keeper. I don’t know how Ms. Harte is going to top this one when it comes to Cam’s story but I can’t wait to find out. This one completely won me over and I’m thrilled to have read it. It’s definitely a standalone read and a great choice for summer reading fun. Abby and Brody are awesome together. Pick up your own copy and see for yourself.

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Poison Ivy by Misty Simon

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IVY
Poison Ivy by Misty Simon
Ivy Morris Mysteries, Book One
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press, Inc.
Genre: Contemporary, Suspense/Mystery
Length: Full Length (228 Pages)
Heat Level: Sensual
Rating: 3 Stars
Reviewed by Cyclamen

Ivy Morris may be an adult, but she still lives at home with her widowed father long after her sisters have all left — until she gets a letter with the words “your inheritance” offering her a home and a business of her own 3000 miles away.

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With the help of her new friends, including a cute guy trying to rev up his journalism career to private eye status with this mystery–and revving up her heart in the process–she must solve the murder before someone succeeds in the quest to poison Ivy.

Poison Ivy is a light romance with a bit of mystery on the side. Twenty-four year old Ivy Morris has just moved from California to Kilmarnock, Virginia after inheriting her great aunt’s house and business, a popular costume shop. She is thrilled to be moving out of her father’s house and finally getting a place of her own. Kilmarnock is a small town and Ivy quickly makes friends with Bella, a hair-dresser, and Ben Fallon, the food critic for the local newspaper who has just completed an online course to become a private investigator.

The story is told from Ivy’s point of view and her point of view is definitely focused on Ben’s delicious body. Ben seems equally taken with hers, but the romance keeps getting waylaid by various mysterious events. There is a burglary at Ivy’s store, The Masked Shoppe. There are threatening phone calls. One of her new friends, Janice, is murdered the same night that Ivy meets her. And then one of Janice’s clients is threatening her lawyer about getting his files back.

Ivy decides that she will investigate on her own, but then she quickly teams up with Ben. It is Ivy, however, who solves the mysteries, and once the danger is over, Ivy and Ben are sure that they will have time for just them. Sure, that is until Ivy reveals that her father is arriving for a visit of indeterminate length.

This is a fun romp, and the mystery isn’t really difficult to solve. The characters are fun and Ivy’s perspective on them let’s the reader learn more about Ivy as well as the other characters. Both Bella and Ben prove themselves to be good friends to the newcomer in town.

If you are looking for a quick romantic summer read, with just a hint of mystery, then why not give Poison Ivy a try.

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Explosive Combination by KaLyn Cooper

July 31, 2014 By 1 Comment

COMBINATION
Explosive Combination by KaLyn Cooper
Publisher: Liquid Silver Books
Genre: Contemporary, Action/Adventure, Mystery/Suspense
Length: Full Length (220 pages)
Heat Level: Spicy
Rating: 4 stars
Reviewed by Nymphaea

Separately, Harper Tambini and Rafe Silva are lethal…Together, they’re explosive. ATF Special Agent Harper Tambini is kidnapped by a Colombian drug lord and forced to use her explosives knowledge to kill his competition before she can escape with the help of undercover CIA agent Rafe Silva. As they make their way through the rivers, mountains, and jungles, their desire for each other detonates. But Harper reminds Rafe of his murdered fiancee and the shadow world he wants to leave. Harper learned the hard way that men never stay, so now she doesn’t keep them around long enough to see if the sparks can light a fire that will last forever. In their short time together, can they crystallize a relationship, or will it all blow up?

Certain books stay with the reader far after the last page. This is one of those books.
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I’m glad I picked up this book. I wasn’t sure if I’d like it at first. Romantic suspense isn’t my favorite genre, but I thought, why not? I’m glad I did. I was in for a thrill ride.

Ms Cooper writes with a fluidity that kept me in my seat. I felt like I was there in the thick of things with Rafe and Harper. I was engaged the whole time and didn’t want this book to end.

Speaking of Rafe and Harper, these are two complicated characters. Harper doesn’t believe a man can stick around in a relationship. Most women, me included, can identify with her struggle to trust. She’s also in love with the high of action–she wants to be in the thick of things. That was great. I love strong female characters.

Rafe is another complication, but he’s oh-so-handsome. I’d get complicated with him. He’s torn. Harper reminds him of someone from his past, but if he gets involved with her, will he be able to keep the two separate? He’s got one heck of a conundrum. I liked how he had to work through his feelings. I loved how he and Harper worked together. The sparks are definitely evident.

If you want a book chock full of twists, turns, and white hot realism, then this might be the book for you. Worth the read.

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Death’s Rival by Faith Hunter

July 30, 2014 By 2 Comments

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Death’s Rival by Faith Hunter
Publisher: ROC
Genre: Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Length: Full Length (360 pgs)
Other: Violence
Rating: 4.5 stars
Reviewed by Cactus

Jane Yellowrock is a shapeshifting skinwalker you don’t want to cross—especially if you’re one of the undead…

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Now, to uncover the identity of the vamp who wants Leo’s territory, and to find the cause of the vamp-plague, Jane will have to go to extremes…and maybe even to war

Life gets really weird when vampires start bleeding out. Jane Yellowrock is the enforcer for the Master Vampire of the City of New Orleans. When other master vampires start dying of a disease that causes them to bleed profusely, Jane is dispatched to try to find the source. She discovers that an old enemy of Leo’s is trying to take his place and doesn’t mind killing anyone that gets in the way. Caught up once again in a world of politics, secrets, and lies, Jane is always a step behind and may finally be betrayed by those she trusts.

Death’s Rival is the fifth book in the Jane Yellowrock series by Faith Hunter. Each book could be read as a stand alone and DR is no different as there is more than enough background to catch readers up but as with any series, reading from the beginning will deepen the understanding of the characters and plot. Ultimately it’s best to read all the books in order to get the most enjoyment out of the series. Here in the fifth book the action stays high and Jane seems to be losing friends and lovers at a fast rate. The plot is engaging and the mystery is pretty good. There aren’t enough clues to guess the twists before they happen – and there are numerous turns in the plot, which keeps things exciting. The unknown disease angle is unique and inventive, though it does kind of disappear towards the end of the book with so much going on.

The greatest aspect of the story, however, is Jane’s connection to the people around her. I really quite liked this book in the series and found myself oddly sympathetic towards Jane and her struggles. She has way too many men around her and her inner beast apparently claims them all, which had me rolling my eyes once too often. Additionally Jane acquires two new men for her business of enforcing vamps and I really liked their personalities. I hope they stick around and the older one is not interested in Jane. I had some qualms with how Jane acted around Bruiser in this one. Not to give spoilers but I felt as though she was constantly in heat around him, often ignoring very perilous circumstances. She also never really got mad at him even though it’s well beyond justified. I loved how the book ended, kind of a cliffhanger but kind of not, because it sets up a lot of tension for the next book.

As part of the series, Death’s Rival fits in really great. There is further characterization in some really interesting ways and the men around Jane continue to grow and become more than just another man in love with her. The plot is solid and acts as an engaging backdrop to the personal and political drama that makes up the world building around Jane and the vampires. The series continues to build tension and create road blocks the characters will have to tackle in the future so it makes me eager and curious to continue reading. This is one of the more interesting series I’ve read in a while and I’m just as invested as I am in the Mercy Thompson series. So fans of MT should definitely give this one a try. Those who already read the series should eagerly dive into Death’s Rival, it’s that good.

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