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Down Home Ever Lovin' Mule Blues Jacquie Rogers Highland Press, 2008 Paranormal It Happened in the Idaho Desert The rodeo clown: Brody wants the thrill of bullfighting and the wind at his feet. The actuary: Rita doesn't want anything to do with a busted up cowboy-and odds are, Brody will be. The mule: Socrates understands humans. And love, even if humans don't. Can Socrates lead Brody to Rita's heart? Will Rita let herself take the biggest risk of all? “I enjoyed the way Socrates narrates Down Home Ever Lovin’ Mule Blues. Socrates lends great humor to the tale. The dialogue and antics are fantastic....” – Cherokee, Coffee Time Romance …full review Available at Amazon

As Shadows Fade (The Gardella Vampire Chronicles) Colleen Gleason Signet, 2009 Paranormal (Vampire) Directly descended from the very first vampire hunter in the Gardella family, Victoria knows she must continue the lineage so humanity will have protectors against the undead. While Sebastian Vioget appears to be both the perfect warrior and lover to ensure the Gardella Legacy, Victoria cannot forget Max Pesaro - the former slayer still haunted by the vampire queen Lilith's obsession with him. But it is Lilith's obsession that may save all of humanity. More... “I loved As Shadows Fade, and in fact, I loved the whole series. I expected the conclusion to be great and it didn’t disappoint.” – Andi Davis, All About Romance …full review Available from Amazon

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Outside Man Cora Holmes Legend Books, 2007 Adventure/Myth & Magic Ancient legends, edge of the seat suspense, a heart tugging romance, and such vivid details the reader is right there at every turn. The drama unfolds on many levels, the secrets of the past, the tense intimacies of a man and woman on a grueling trek across a rugged island in the Aleutians, and the shadowy promise of Askhana. More... "Holmes’ spare language echoes the stark beauty of the Aleutian wilderness, and the novel is resplendent with myth and wild magic." -- BookWire Reviews …full review

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The Laird's Lady Patti Shenberger The Wild Rose Press, 2008 Paranormal Much to her surprise, Devin Noone inherits a Scottish Castle and with it the title of Lady. Devin conjures up images of knights on white chargers, fair-haired damsels in distress and, fire-breathing dragons. She's never imagined what she'd get in addition to the Castle-a seaweed covered canine and a two hundred year old specter, Lord Kyle MacLay. Devin always believed that her cousin's tales of Castle Loch Haven's haunted past had been just that-tales. Yet, here the Laird was in the flesh, so to speak. At Kyle's request, Devin agrees to help him solve the mystery that's kept him trapped, unable to pass on to the next life. More... "The concept of The Laird’s Lady is fascinating and I enjoyed the many unexpected turns that the story took as we learned more about Kyle’s past." -- Lilac, Long and Short Reviews …full review

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Rules Of Darkness Tia Fanning CreateSpace, 2007 Paranormal, R Hot They tell me that I am special, that my ability to heal is a gift that should be treasured and appreciated. But nothing in this life is free, not even gifts. There is always a price to be paid somewhere, somehow. My healing gift came with twelve Rules of Darkness, rules that I must follow at all times, until the day I die....It's enough to drive a person mad....I'm tired of the rules. I won't do it any more, and if that means I suffer the consequences, then so be it. Warning: Explicit Content. More... "I just absolutely adored this story from the very first page. It had me sitting on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading it." -- Diana Coyle, Night Owl Romance …full review The Sequel is Now Out!

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Somewhere My Love Beth Trissel The Wild Rose Press, 2008 Paranormal/Historical Star-crossed lovers have a rare chance to reclaim the love cruelly denied them in the past, but can they grasp this brief window in time before it is too late? Newly arrived at Foxleigh, the gracious old Wentworth home in Virginia, British born Julia Morrow is excited at the prospect of a summer working as a guide in the stately house and herb garden. She quickly discovers the historic plantation holds far more. More... "Ms. Trissel has woven a wonderful story of historical love, mystery, and intrigue." -- Jenny Gilliam, WRDF Reviews ...full review

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Bound by Light (The Dark Crescent Sisterhood) Anna Windsor Ballantine Books, 2008 Paranormal The night holds endless pleasures . . . and hides nameless terrors. As the broom end of her Sybil triad, Merilee Alexander has the sacred duty as a warrior witch of taking out the trash. Lately, though, she’s been a little overwhelmed: Manhattan is a mess. And her prophetic end-of-the-world nightmares aren’t helped by the waking fantasies of love. Or the fact that the object of her affections, gorgeous Jake Lowell of NYPD’s Occult Crimes Unit, is playing it so cool.  More... "The third book in the Dark Crescent Sisterhood trilogy will knock your socks off." -- Cynthia, A Romance Review  full review...

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Prey Melina Morel Signet, 2008 Paranormal Evil Stalks the city that never sleeps... Vivian Roussel prefers to keep a low profile—she is, after all, a werecat, descendant of an ancient demigoddess, and highly regarded in Manhattan’s nightworld. But when she’s robbed of a priceless icon, she has only one recourse for protection. Surveillance expert and werecat Pavel Federov never gets personal with his clients. But he’s drawn to Vivian. Pavel soon discovers that the thief has something far more dangerous in mind—for he’s marked Vivian as his next target. More... "Prey is the best kind of werecat romance! I truly enjoyed reading about Vivian and her strong personality." -- Regina, Coffee Time Romance ...full review

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Succubus Dreams (Georgina Kincaid, Book 3) Richelle Mead Kensington, 2008 Paranormal Some days, a girl just can’t catch a break… …especially when the girl in question is Georgina Kincaid, a shape-shifting succubus who gets her energy from seducing men. First there’s her relationship with gorgeous bestselling writer Seth Mortensen, which is unsatisfying on a number of levels. It’s not just that they can’t have sex in case Georgina inadvertently kills him (generally a turn-off for most guys). Lately, even spending time together is a challenge. Seth’s obsessed with finishing his latest novel, and Georgina’s under demonic orders to mentor the new (and surprisingly inept) succubus on the block. More... "Succubus Dreams is more organized, more original, more humorous, and more poignant than any of the books about Georgina Kincaid that have come before it." -- Sarrah Knight, The Romance Reader ...full review

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Phenomenal Girl 5 (Elite Hands of Justice) A.J. Menden Love Spell, 2008 Paranormal/Superhero Lainey Livingston has just been made a member of the Elite Hands of Justice, the world’s premiere cadre of superheroes. Her work with the Red Knights and the Power Squad was impressive; all her senses are extraordinary, and her great strength and ability to fly are equally remarkable. But no one gets a free pass to active duty, and Lainey’s next test is going to be her hardest. She’s to train with the Reincarnist.  More... "This debut novel is set in the world of superheroes and super powers, but the real strength is in Ms Menden’s ability to put the reader in her book, laughing and crying and falling in love with her characters." -- Hollie, Coffee Time Romance ...full review

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Eternal Seduction Jennifer Turner CreateSpace, 2008 Dark Paranormal * After living on the streets of New York City for over a decade, Logan Ellis admits her perceptions might be a little skewed. But twisted or not, there's a satisfying irony in watching a well dressed vampire stand in the middle of a ghetto alley, windblown trash scraping small circles near his feet. What she finds even more intriguing, is waiting for him to decide whether or not he's going to kill her. More... "The story is a rollicking good time; it runs the readers through an emotional gauntlet." -- Delane, Coffee Time Romance ...full review * Warning: Adult content/situations/language

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The Mane Attraction Shelly Laurenston Brava, 2008 Paranormal Weddings have the strangest effect on people. How else to explain the fact that Sissy Mae Smith woke up in Mitch Shaw's bed the morning after her brother Bobby Ray tied the knot? Or that gunmen are trying to kill Mitch, and Sissy Mae now has to escort a bleeding, stubborn, yet still incredibly sexy lion shifter to her Tennessee Pack's turf to keep him safe? It doesn't help that Mitch's appraising gaze makes her feel like the most desirable creature on earth, or that the ultimate stray cat is suddenly acting all kinds of possessive...  More... "The Mane Attraction is a hilarious switch on the standard shape shifter romance." -- Lani Roberts, Affaire de Coeur ...full review

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Saving Cinderella Donna L. Bolk The Wild Rose Press, 2008 Paranormal It's Cinderella in reverse when socialite Mallory Katherine Bellsford goes from riches to rags, compliments of Jonathan Ryan MacFarland, her guardian angel. Posing as taxi driver, Jonathan is waiting outside the church when Mallory, only moments away from saying, "I Do" learns that her fiance has a pregnant girlfriend. Mallory soon discovers that the quirky Irish taxi driver is about to take her on the ride of her life. More... Recommended Read from Fallen Angel Reviews "Ms. Bolk sure knew how to weave her magical touch in Saving Cinderella. One guardian angel is good but five angels are better, especially when it comes with a crown of Recommended Read." - Cheryl, Fallen Angel Reviews ...full review

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Dark Hunger (Book Two in The Brethren Series) Sara Reinke Zebra, 2008 Paranormal "Dark Hunger is a paranormal treat to be savored!" -- NY Times and USA Today best-selling author Lara Adrian  More... "Sara Reinke adds a much needed touch of darkness to the genre as the story borders on dark fantasy. Fans looking for a story they can truly sink their teeth (pun intended) into will thoroughly enjoy DARK HUNGER." -- Debbie, CK2S Kwips and Kritiques ...full review

Kiss of Fury (Dragonfire, Book 2) Deborah Cooke Signet Eclipse, 2008 Paranormal Alexandra Madison has discovered an invention that could change the world. When her partner is murdered and their lab destroyed, Alex knows she has to rebuild her prototype in time... Donovan Shea knows the Madison project is of dire importance to the ongoing Pyr/Slayer war. So when he sees Alex being followed by a Slayer, he reacts and defends her, never imagining that she’s his destined mate... More... You may also be interested in the first book of the series: Kiss of Fire (Dragonfire, Book 1)

Bitten to Death (Jaz Parks, Book 4) Jennifer Rardin Orbit, 2008 Paranormal (Vampire) Jaz Parks here. My latest mission has taken me to the ancient Greek city of Patras; but instead of soaking up its splendor, I'm here to infiltrate a Vampere Trust. Only two vamps have ever escaped the tightly bound communities and lived to tell the tale: Edward "The Raptor"Samos, the most reviled criminal mastermind in recent memory, and Vayl, the CIA's number one assassin who also happens to be my boss. More... "Bitten to Death is a fantastic new chapter in Jaz Park’s life." -- Rachael, Night Owl Romance ...full review   You may also be interested in the first books of the series: Once Bitten, Twice Shy (Jaz Parks, Book 1) Another One Bites the Dust (Jaz Parks, Book 2) Biting the Bullet (Jaz Parks, Book 3)

Dragon Actually (Dragon Kin, Book 1) G.A. Aiken Zebra, 2008 Paranormal It's not always easy being a female warrior with a nickname like Annwyl the Bloody. Men tend to either cower in fear -- a lot -- or else salute. It's true that Annwyl has a knack for decapitating legions of her ruthless brother's soldiers without pausing for breath. But just once it would be nice to be able to really talk to a man, the way she can talk to Fearghus the Destroyer. Too bad that Fearghus is a dragon, of the large, scaly, and deadly type. With him, Annwyl feels safe -- a far cry from the feelings aroused by the hard-bodied, arrogant knight Fearghus has arranged to help train her for battle. More...

The Redeeming (Immortals) Jennifer Ashley Love Spell, 2008 Paranormal He is going to take her. And it won't be gentle. After all, the last 700 years of torture and captivity haven't been gentle on Tain. This woman, this half-demon who leaves him burning with desire, is pretty tough herself. She needs to be, for the world is not safe for demon-kind these days. A violent backlash has disrupted the balance of power, and now Tain finds he may have to rescue the dark ones instead of fight them. More... "Fans of the Immortals will be pleased with The Redeeming. It only whetted my appetite for more." -- Xeranthemum, Long and Short Reviews ...full review

Sea Witch Virginia Kantra Berkley, 2008 Paranormal Margred is a Selkie—a legendary being of the sea, able to shapeshift into seductive human form. And she has found a human she desires... Burned out from the big city, Caleb Hunter becomes police chief on the peaceful Maine island of World’s End. Then he meets a woman who’s everything he’s ever dreamed of… More...

Deep Water Stella Price, Audra Price Tease Publishing, 2008 Paranormal Bryn Case is a Dive instructor in one of the most beautiful places on earth at a very exclusive resort. On the evening she meets Kael, a sexy guest at the resort, she thinks she's found her soul mate. Kael on the other hand, a Water elemental dragon, knows Bryn, a Glacies demon, is exactly what he's been looking for his entire life, and curses it. After all that had happened so far, to lose his heart to a demon is not something he's prepared to do.  More... You might also be interested in the first book of the series (a warning-it sounds R Hot):   Fire In His Eyes

Into the Shadow Christina Dodd Signet, 2008 Paranormal, R Blessed—or cursed—with the ability to change into a sleek panther, and driven by a dark soul he’s accepted as his fate, Adrik Wilder abandons his family and his honor to pursue a life of wickedness. He excels at every vice, including kidnapping Karen Sonnet to use for his selfish purposes. But Karen’s spirit and passion make him question the force of his family’s curse.... More... "I enthusiastically award a Perfect 10 to Christina Dodd's INTO THE SHADOW." -- Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today …full review

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Marked by Moonlight Sharie Kohler Pocket Books, 2008 Paranormal, R Seemingly overnight, Claire Morgan has transformed: the normally mousy schoolteacher is now bold, and her behavior is truly wild. Her eyes gleam silver. Suddenly she's a self-confident femme fatale with a libido that just won't quit….Then brutally handsome stranger Gideon March tells her she was bitten by a werewolf.... Sure, she was attacked by a nasty dog in a back alley, but this guy stalking her says he's a member of an underground society of lycan hunters -- and his mission is to kill her immediately. More... "Ms Kohler paints a vivid picture of her characters' steamy passions and what motivates their behavior." -- Lisa Baca, Romance Reviews Today …full review

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Dark Deceiver Pamela Palmer Silhouette Nocturne, 2008 Paranormal Kaderil the Dark plans to invade the human realm. He's on a mission to steal back the stones of power that they possess, and kill a small band of humans immune to Esri enchantment. But in the human realm he meets Autumn McGinn, who holds the means for him to claim victory—if only she'll betray her people. More... "Pamela Palmer molds believable characters that leave a lasting impression." -- Cherokee, Coffee Time Romance …full review

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Pleasure Unbound Larissa Ione Grand Central, 2008 Paranormal, R She's a demon-slayer who hungers for sensual pleasure-but fears it will always be denied her. Until Tayla Mancuso lands in a hospital run by demons in disguise, and the head doctor, Eidolon, makes her body burn with unslakable desire. But to prove her ultimate loyalty to her peers, she must betray the surgeon who saved her life. More... "PLEASURE UNBOUND is one of those books that hooks you from the very first page and won’t let go till the last page is turned." -- Debbie, CK²s Kwips and Kritiques ...full review

Miracle in the Mist Elizabeth Sinclair Medallion Press, 2005 Paranormal Pediatric oncologist Dr. Steve Cameron has lost faith in himself and his professional skills. The possibility of miracles in his business seems nonexistent. Then a mysterious bag lady in Central Park talks him into taking a vacation at a cabin in the Hudson Highlands. But this isn't just any cabin. It's a gateway. Village Healer Meghan Peese has been waiting for Steve, waiting to heal yet another broken spirit who has entered the magical, misty valley. This time, however, with this person, something goes terribly wrong.  More... "The chemistry and love shared between all of the characters is not easy to put into words, but Sinclair nails it." -- Autumn Harrison, Romantic Times ...full review

Lord of the Fading Lands C.L. Wilson Leisure Books, 2007 Paranormal "This fantasy-romance debut features faerie king Rain Tairen Soul, a man tormented by age-old grief: a thousand years ago, the woman he loved was slain in battle… When Rain hears the call of his lost soul mate, Ellysetta, he journeys to the neighboring kingdom to find her..." -- Publisher's Weekly ...full review "Because Lord and Lady are really two halves of one book, the plots blend into one another in my brain. And in my brain they are resting happily, giving me plenty to stew on as I think back on the story." -- Sarah, Smart Bitches, Trashy Books …full review

Lady of Light and Shadows C.L. Wilson Leisure Books, 2007 Paranormal "Released right on the heels of [C.L. Wilson's] impressive October debut, Lord of the Fading Lands... Ellysetta Baristani and her betrothed Fey lord, returning hero Rain Tairen Soul, are days away from their wedding, but the wicked Eld lords are drawing ever closer to locating Ellysetta..." -- Publisher's Weekly ...full review "Because Lord and Lady are really two halves of one book, the plots blend into one another in my brain. And in my brain they are resting happily, giving me plenty to stew on as I think back on the story." -- Sarah, Smart Bitches, Trashy Books …full review

Rules of Darkness Tia Fanning CreateSpace, 2007 Paranormal, R Hot They tell me that I am special, that my ability to heal is a gift that should be treasured and appreciated. But nothing in this life is free, not even gifts. There is always a price to be paid somewhere, somehow. My healing gift came with twelve Rules of Darkness, rules that I must follow at all times, until the day I die....It's enough to drive a person mad....I'm tired of the rules. I won't do it any more, and if that means I suffer the consequences, then so be it. Warning: Explicit Content. More... "I just absolutely adored this story from the very first page. It had me sitting on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading it." -- Diana Coyle, Night Owl Romance …full review

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Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 3) J.R. Ward Signet, 2006 Paranormal (Vampire) Even within the vampire brotherhood, Zsadist is feared. Still bearing the scars from a tortured past, he is renowned for his unquenchable fury. Anger is his only companion, and terror is his only passion-until he rescues a beautiful female from the evil Lessening Society. More... "When it comes to tormented heroes, few can top the dangerous and tortured Zsadist...." -- Jill M. Smith, Romantic Times ...full review   You might also enjoy the other books of the series: Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 1) Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 2) Lover Revealed (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 4) Lover Unbound (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 5) Lover Enshrined (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 6)