MadLibs Monday and Giveaway with Tara Brown

This Monday's Madlib and giveaway features Tara Brown. She happens to be one of my favourite authors. Tara is very nice and humorous (as you will notice with the madlib). The 4th book in this series, Witch is scheduled to be released later this month. The series is in my top 5 of all time. Without further ado, Tara's Madlib, *blushes* I guess I was busy at my last job.



Letter of Recommendation

Dear Institute of Erotic Art:


Eight years ago the women of my company, Pete's Tickle Trunks, enjoyed learning the art of Seduction with Ashley Williams as a co-worker and fellow ingénue. Stunning Ashley worked hard when trying on the role of dom with the other women. Ever so convincingly, the beautiful, exciting and talented Ashley embraced her womanly curves when taking on the role of Lisa Emerson in our production of Exit to Eden.

Ashley, for a small girl, was especially good at whipping the horses and deer and could last hours before her forearms would cramp up. She showed dogged determination with learning anything she didn't know how to do and slightly excelled at pole dancing compared to the other girls.

Naughty Ashley, as we came to know her, lovingly and excitedly taunted the younger girls with her hairbrush spanking and wax burning. The other girls loved her smiling face, especially when working with Naomi and Angela in Cincinnati.


Your faithful friends,

Mistress T and Naughty Pete



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Blurb for Cursed:

There is a place between worlds where our souls take pause before they go to Heaven. It is a quiet place where everything feels as if it has paused momentarily.
It is here that Aimee James first meets him.
He is standing over her dead body.
He is more beautiful than anything she has ever seen.
Waking in the hospital after an attempt is made on her life, Aimee discovers the missing pieces of her memory may have something to do with the one thing she does remember, a man.
Not just any man but a beautiful man who has enchanted her from her dreams. No one else saw him or recalls him but Aimee isn't convinced that he doesn't exist.
From the moment she wakes, she is thrust upon a journey that will contradict everything she holds true in the world and reveal secrets about her mother's untimely death.
In the end Aimee must chose between life and love as death is forced upon her once again.


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The Lure of Shapinsay Review

The Lure of Shapinsay by Krista Holle

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I was given this book in exchange for an honest review from the author. Thank you Krista!

This book was great! I was skeptical to read The Lure of Shapinsay, because I typically read more contemporary novels, but I was quickly enveloped into the world that Krista had made. I was blown away at the love that the characters felt for one another, it was very touching. I had never heard of the Selkie (a seal man that can shed his skin and become a very beautiful man), but I'd sure like to be lured by one of them.. maybe not to my death though.

Kait lives with her twin brother on an Island in the North Sea. When a half-selkie infant was killed, Eamon went to seek revenge. He was determined to kill Kait. One night Kait awoke with a gorgeous Selkie man standing over her, inadvertently luring her. He couldn't go through with the deed. Time passes as does their paths, and they fall in love. They have a hard road ahead, especially with her hard headed Selkie-man. The two were drawn together but fate separated them. Can their love conquer all?

If you'd like to read a New Adult book with a fantastic romance, and a mysterious yet hot paranormal aspect, then I'd strongly recommend this book!

Feature and Follow Friday

Feature and Follow Friday is host by Parajunkee and Allison Can Read and give bloggers a topic to discuss each week while discovering new blogs.

Q: What would you do over if you were to start your blog again from scratch?

A: My Blog is very new, so I basically just started it from scratch. I am still trying to pin down my background/layout to my exact style. It probably changes once a month lol. I haven't quite gotten the networking down either, but I'm working on it :P


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Swoon Thursday

A HAWT meme sponsored by YA Bound. From the book you’re currently reading, or one you just finished, tell us what made you SWOON. What got your heart pounding, your skin tingling, and your stomach fluttering.

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I just finished reading Obsidian, in preparation for the Onyx release. Daemon Black is the very meaning of swoonworthy!

Here's part of my favorite scene:

"I bet you think about me all the time. Nonstop."

"You're insane." I pressed back against the wall, breathless.

"You probably even dream about me." His gaze lowered to my mouth. I felt my lips part. "I bet you even write my name in your notebooks, over and over again, with a little heart drawn around it."

I laughed. "In your dreams, Daemon. You're the last person I think-"

Daemon kissed me.

There wasn't a moment of hesitation. His mouth was on mine, and I stopped breathing. He shuddered and there was a sound from the back of his throat, half growl, half moan. Little shivers of pleasure and panic shot through me as he deepened the kiss, parting my lips. I stopped thinking. I pushed off the wall, sealing the tiny space between us, pressing against him, digging my fingers into his hair.


So what swoonworthy boy are you reading about this week?

Obsidian Review

Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


*Takes a deep breath in* Ok, now that I've calmed myself... oh who am I kidding?!?! I cannot calm myself after the encounter I had with Obsidian!! Needless to say, I didn't heed warning and started reading this book at 9pm, I stayed up until 2am to finish. Obsidian is a page turner. There were several moments when my heart may have stopped beating. Obsidian has to be one of the top 5 books of the year for me.

I applaud Jennifer Armentrout for several different reasons. First and foremost, for making a lead character that I can 100% relate to, a shy/reader/blogger/nerd, but when challenged she doesn't back down. She would do anything for her friends. Secondly, Daemon Black!! The third reason for kudos, is the story line is extraordinary.. its witty, infuriating, steamy, exciting, that's just the tip of the iceberg. Lastly, Daemon Black..

I love the up and down relationship between Katy and Daemon. Their snarky banter had me ROFL. One of my favorite scenes:

"Is this what you do with your spare time?" He asked me, ignoring his sister.

"What-are you deciding to talk to me now?" Smiling tightly, I grabbed a handful of mulch and dumped it. Rinse and repeat. "Yeah, it's kind of a hobby. What's yours? Kicking puppies?"

Obsidian is YA Literature at its prime! A definite must read!!

Yesterday's Daughter Review

Yesterday's Daughter by Sallie Lundy-Frommer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I received this copy in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Sallie!

A very charming vampire novel! I loved the romance aspect between Grace and Malachi. The book was well balanced, with moments of bad-assness and touching moments of love. This book was written in 3rd person but Sallie balanced it with inner dialogue. I feel, though, if it were in 1st person that I would have connected with the characters more. I also liked the author's version of the Vampires and their world. I liked that she added her own paranormal race to this world. All-in-all I liked this book and recommend reading it.

Young Adult Giveaway Hop

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