Thursday, September 27, 2007

Wings of Escape by Sasha Vivelo

I have been very anxious about posting this review, because this book was so good, I was afraid I wouldn't do it justice. Not only is the book wonderful, but the author, Sasha Vivelo, is one of the nicest people ever. Keep a lookout for her interview, coming in just a few days!

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Wings of Escape
Sasha Vivelo

Cerridwen Press
978-1419909412
eBook
131 pages
Romantic Suspense

Angela has been suffering the past nine years, nine years since her beloved sister Rachel went missing. Nine years with nothing to go on, until now; Angela has found what could be a clue to Rachel’s disappearance, and she is determined to find the truth. Angela knows she isn’t the same scared girl she was at the time her sister went missing, and there is one thing she knows she must find out before investigating the clue. The possibility that Cor, Rachel’s husband, was the cause of her disappearance remains, and must be laid to rest. But when Angela confronts Cor after almost a decade, she arouses suspicions in him that Rachel is still alive, and creates a danger she could have never imagined.

Cor’s reaction to her inquiry causes Angela to have even more hope that Rachel is still alive, and she starts her search. When she learns that her sister’s disappearance is connected to the Wild Goose, a man that helps people disappear when their lives are in danger, she starts to track down this ghost of a man.

But the Wild Goose, John, knows how close she is to discovering his identity, thus endangering their lives and the lives of everyone that he’s helped, so he approaches her before she gets any farther. John tries to convince Angela of the danger that she is posing to many innocent people, especially her sister, but the damage has already been done.

Now they are on the run from someone whose secrets are compromised by Rachel’s very existence, someone that is as determined to find Rachel as Angela is. The more time John and Angela spend together escaping their pursuers, the more John feels himself drawn to this woman who seems to know him better than he knows himself. Though John refuses to endanger Rachel by giving up her location to Angela, Angela still finds herself drawn to this enigma of a man, a “ghost” who feels more real to her than anyone ever has. How will Angela’s search end, and will the end of her quest mean the end of all of their lives?

Wings of Escape will take you on a journey of intense emotions, beautiful settings, and richly developed characters. Sasha Vivelo will astound you with her ability to use words as a medium to paint beautiful images of the settings, taking you from the Galveston Island beach to the mountains of New Mexico. The characters were rich and multi-faceted, and feel as real as if you could reach out and touch them. John, the Wild Goose, is a man of secrets and mystery, but his pain and well-guarded vulnerabilities make him endearing as well as awe-inspiring. Angela is a strong and determined woman, and the sadness over the loss of her sister and the hope of finding her is tangible. The author does a phenomenal job taking the reader through a gambit of emotions throughout the story, just as the characters do. This is the first book I have read in years that was so beautiful, I had tears streaming down my face at the end. Sasha Vivelo has created a magnificent story of suspense, pain, emotional connection, and never giving up on the ones you love. Wings of Escape will definitely keep you on your toes, never knowing which twist the story will take, but loving each turn.
-Mandy Briggs
Rogues and Romance

Wings of Escape is a Rogues and Romance Must-Read! This book deserves special recognition for an outstanding story, characters, and writing.

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*Heat Rating:2- Cupid’s Passion Arrow
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*Violence Rating:2- Blunt-Tipped Arrow
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Official Blurb:
Wings of Escape By Sasha Vivelo

Angela Grayson has spent years searching in vain for her missing sister Rachel. What Angela doesn't know is that her search has reawakened a deadly threat in the form of Rachel's husband, Cor, whose criminal past once endangered Rachel's life.

When Angela learns that her sister's disappearance was aided by the unseen hand of a mysterious man known only as the Wild Goose, she renews her search efforts. John Shayne, the man dubbed the Wild Goose, has mastered the dangerous art of making innocent fugitives disappear to save their lives. As Angela is about to discover the Wild Goose's identity, he tracks her down first, determined to stop her from finding her sister and putting lives on the line. But he's too late. He and Angela are already hunted and in peril.

Even as they run for their lives, John can't resist the touch of the only woman in the world who sees him for who he truly is. But John stands between Angela and the sister she misses so desperately…and Angela threatens John's deepest secrets.

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You HAVE to read this book, you will not be sorry!

Till next time!!!
Mandy

Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Bitter Harvest by Aurora Black

Hey everyone! Here's my review for Bitter Harvest. I was so excited to get this up on R&R, you have no idea! Now, although this is not our first review for R&R, as Mandy took care of that one, it's my first review for R&R, which is probably why I'm so excited. Not to mention Aurora Black has just been GREAT to work with! I hope you guys enjoy the review, and you definately have to check out this book. It was absolutely fantastic!! Enjoy and Happy Reading! :-)



Bitter Harvest
Aurora Black

Phaze Publishing
1-59426-931-9
October 8, 2007
Ebook
58 pages
Erotic Paranormal/Horror Romance

Claire and Jack met in the waiting room of the ER one night after Jack’s godfather passes of a heart attack. The next morning, Claire wakes up and reads the paper, reading where the old man’s funeral will be. Feeling as if she must do something, anything to pay her last respects to the old man, Claire ventures to the funeral. Claire and Jack’s love sparks passionately from there, and 3 years later, they find themselves married. Then, something terrible happens that rips Jack and Claire apart. Until one Halloween night, Claire decides to bring Jack back to her, by whatever means necessary- even resorting to ancient texts. But will it be TOO much, and will he be the Jack she remembered? Or has Claire poked around where she never should have…

Aurora Black keeps you tied into this Halloween novella. She gives you a nice mix of paranormal, romance, and a dash of horror. Aurora has fashioned Claire and Jack brilliantly, and presents them to the reader full love and devotion for each other, while creating characters any reader can easily relate to. Even though the book flashes back and forth between the past and present, Aurora keeps you interested in what is happening with a smooth flowing storyline, and you will never find yourself being lost or confused. You feel as if you HAVE to know what’s going to happen next! For anyone looking for a great Halloween read, or any other time for that matter, Bitter Harvest comes highly recommend from Rogues and Romance!

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Violence Rating: *5- Poison Arrow
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Official Book Blurb:
What would you do for love?
How hard would you fight to hold on?

When Claire Ballard first sets eyes on Jack Tanner, she knows he’s the man she’s been waiting for her entire life. Their life together is like a fairytale, until the unexpected happens and tears them apart… but not forever.

Jack has longed to return to his wife Claire after so long an absence, and he has sworn revenge on the man who ruined his life. With the help of a magical book, both the couple’s reunion and his vengeance are at hand, but at a terrible price. Is their love strong enough to defeat an ancient evil?

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Denise
R&R
September 26, 2007

Monday, September 24, 2007

Go Between by Dayna Hart

When I saw the blurb for Go Between, I thought it would be a fun book- and it definitely didn't disappoint! I really liked it and I think the series has great potential. Go Between is actually more of a prologue to the Curtain Torn series, which I think is just going to get better and better. And Go Between was really good so I can't wait to see where it goes! This is not an erotic story and except for the reference to alcohol at the beginning (the drinker IS of legal age BTW), I really think this would be a GREAT book for teens as well as adults of all ages.

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Title: Go Between: Book 1 of The Curtain Torn series
Author: Dayna Hart
Publisher: Samhain
ISBN: 1-59998-565-9
Released: August 14, 2007
Format: e-book
Length: 84 pages
Genre: Fantasy Romance

Claire is having a rotten birthday. Here she sits, 25 years old, in the middle of a divorce, and getting drunk, alone, in the of her living room floor. She eyes the gaudily wrapped birthday gift from her sister with distaste, but decides to open it as she knows her sister will bombard her with questions about it later. But after unwrapping the gift, she is amused to find a pressed fairy book, much like the one they looked at when they were kids. Only this book is different: one of the fairies appears to be moving and asking for her to help in releasing him. At first she thinks she’s hallucinating, until she sees his hands pressing through the page, encased in what looks like plastic. After deciding to humor her “hallucination”, she is able to break the “plastic” and free the fairy, a very good-looking fairy at that, who introduces himself as Dell of the Dale. But before Claire has a chance to wrap her head around the fact that there’s a real fairy in her living room, goblins attack the house. She and Dale have no choice but to escape through a rift between their worlds into his, and appeal for help from the Elven Queen. Claire has no idea why she has suddenly become involved in a world she never even knew existed, but she’s about to get more involved than she could ever imagine!

Go Between: Book 1 of The Curtain Torn series is a magical, fun-filled journey that will take you right along with the heroine into the land of Fae. Dayna Hart created a plot that not only was entertaining and original, but that was also intelligent. She did a phenomenal job explaining the torn curtain to her readers, and I loved the scenes that illustrated how important communication is between different cultures- and in this case, species. But just because the book was smart, doesn’t mean that it wasn’t quirky and fun too! The plot was very exciting and fast-moving, all of the characters were great, and the author’s writing was very smooth and flowed right along. Claire was a thoughtful, caring heroine and Dell was one hot fairy! I look forward to seeing their relationship develop further in the series. Since the book does not contain any sensuality and only mild violence, it can be enjoyed by even more sensitive readers. Go Between is a great beginning of a delightful series you definitely won’t want to miss.

-Mandy Briggs
PNR Reviews
September 17, 2007

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Another Review Coming Soon!
Ciao!
Mandy

Books by Plot Element

Hey guys! Well, we've been getting so many reviews done in a short amount of time, I figured I better go ahead and create a spot where I can create links to books by plot element, and then I can come back and update as we add. Of course I'll put a link to this post in the sidebar so you'll be able to find it in the future!

Vampire

Lord Draco: The Witch's Knight by Raquel Taylor
Forbidden: The Claim by Samantha Sommersby
Forbidden: The Awakening by Samantha Sommersby


Vampire-Like
The Beast Within by Lisa Renee Jones
WyndRiver Sinner by Charlotte Boyett-Compo


Shapeshifter
Falcon Hunter by Shonna Brannon
Sealed With a Kiss by Lila Dubois
The Soft Edge of Midnight by Stella and Audra Price
Dragon Star by Stephanie Burke


Demons/Fallen Angels
Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse by Lexxie Couper
To Summon a Demon by Kim Knox
The Beast Within by Lisa Renee Jones (Villains)
Gifts by Stella and Audra Price (Villain)
Hot Rio Nights by Stella and Audra Price


Futuristic/Science-Fiction

Earth Girls Aren't Easy by Charlene Teglia
Flight of the Gryphon by Ann Durand
Breaking Bonds by Devyn Quinn
WyndRiver Sinner by Charlotte Boyett-Compo


Fantasy/Magic
Go Between by Dayna Hart
Wishbound by Stella and Audra Price
Gifts by Stella and Audra Price
The Soft Edge of Midnight by Stella and Audra Price
Lady Luck by Stella and Audra Price
Upon Eagle's Light by Clover Autrey
Adrienne by D. Renee Bagby


Sorcery
To Summon a Demon by Kim Knox
Bitter Harvest by Aurora Black


Ghost Story
Lady in White by Catherine Chernow


Interracial
Soul Mates by Marilyn Lee
Dragon Star by Stephanie Burke
Adrienne by D. Renee Bagby


BDSM Elements
Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse by Lexxie Couper


Gay/Lesbian
Breaking Bonds by Devyn Quinn


Supernatural Hero and Human Heroine
Forbidden: The Claim by Samantha Sommersby
Forbidden: The Awakening by Samantha Sommersby
Sealed With a Kiss by Lila Dubois
Earth Girls Aren't Easy by Charlene Teglia
Go Between by Dayna Hart
Wishbound by Stella and Audra Price
Gifts by Stella and Audra Price
The Beast Within by Lisa Renee Jones
WyndRiver Sinner by Charlotte Boyett-Compo


Supernatural Heroine and Human Hero


Supernatural Hero AND Heroine
Dragon Star by Stephanie Burke
The Soft Edge of Midnight by Stella and Audra Price
Lady Luck by Stella and Audra Price
Upon Eagle's Light by Clover Autrey
Adrienne by D. Renee Bagby
Hot Rio Nights by Stella and Audra Price


Human Hero AND Heroine with Paranormal Elements
(includes Time-Travel)
Soul Mates by Marilyn Lee
Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse by Lexxie Couper
Lady in White by Catherine Chernow
Breaking Bonds by Devyn Quinn


No Paranormal Elements
Wings of Escape by Sasha Vivelo


Mild or No Explicit Sensuality
Flight of the Gryphon by Ann Durand (Mild Sensuality)
Go Between by Dayna Hart (No Sensuality)
Wings of Escape by Sasha Vivelo (Mild Sensuality)
Upon Eagle's Light by Clover Autrey (No Sensuality)


Happy Reading!
Mandy


Saturday, September 22, 2007

Earth Girls Aren't Easy by Charlene Teglia

When I first selected "Earth Girl's Aren't Easy" by Charlene Teglia, I had never read one of her books before. It sounded like a great book, but one that would be fun and maybe a bit silly. But I am really happy to tell everyone that it was one of the best new books out! My favorite thing about it was that the author was able to develop a deep emotional bond between the main characters in a short amount of time.

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Title: Earth Girls Aren’t Easy
Author: Charlene Teglia
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
ISBN: 9781419912313
Released: August 29, 2007
Format: e-book
Length: 61 pages
Genre: Futuristic/Sci-Fi Erotic Romance

Danek arrives on Earth ready to complete two missions. The first is to deliver a package for his friend and commander’s mate, who is an Earthling living in her alien mate’s world. The second is a more personal mission- to find HIS mate, the one whose mind will be able to communicate with his own telepathically. He cannot believe his luck when he completes both missions at once after finding Angela, the intended recipient of the delivery. Angela cannot believe this gorgeous man is interested in her, and wonders at the strange reaction she has to him. But when he tells her not only is he her intended mate, but that he is an alien come to take her home with him, Angela needs a little more convincing than Danek originally thought!

Earth Girls Aren’t Easy is a story about finding your perfect mate… and what happens afterward! Charlene Teglia creates a delicious story with a chance encounter, hot erotic scenes, and a deep emotional connection! The heroine is smart and sassy, and had me laughing even in the steamy scenes. And Darek, well- let’s just say he is every woman’s fantasy personified! Teglia does a phenomenal job creating a bond between Angela and Danek that feels genuinely deep and completely believable. This book will have you running out to buy Seasons of Seduction III so you can read the connecting story! Trust me; you will definitely want more of Teglia’s sexy, hunky aliens! In my opinion, Earth Girls Aren’t Easy is an out-of-this-world hit!

-Mandy Briggs
PNR Reviews
September 16, 2007

While you don't HAVE to read the connecting story to enjoy Earth Girls Aren't Easy, there is one in the newly-released Seasons of Seduction III, entitled "I Was An Alien's Love Slave". Earth Girls Aren't Easy was released first, but the S of S III story appears to be the first in the series. I can promise you that you will want to read both, but I's say probably start with Seasons of Seduction III first.

Buy Earth Girls Aren't Easy
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Ciao!
Mandy

Friday, September 21, 2007

To Summon a Demon by Kim Knox

I have been absolutely swamped between school and work, and the occasional babysitting babysitting, that I haven't had much time for reviews! So, tonight, about 2 hours ago, I decided to sit down and do a review. How ambitious of me! :-) Anyways, I had, had To Summon a Demon for a whole month, now. So, I decided that, that would be the one. You can only imagine how excited I was to see it was a mere 50 pages, but don't let that fool you! I've you've been disappointed with ebooks in the past, and felt as if the storyline wasn't fully developed, this one will change your mind. I enjoyed to Summon a Demon, and you'll like it even more if Demon's are "up your alley."

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Title: To Summon a Demon
Author: Kim Knox
Publisher: Samhain Publishing, Ltd
ISBN: 978-1-59998-550-0
Released: August 21, 2007
Format:
Length: 50 pages
Genre: Paranormal Romance (demons/sorcery)

To Summon a Demon starts off with a bang! Ineaus is in the woods, just awakening when he is attacked by Harpies, small winged creatures sent by a demon to kill him. It’s happened before, but Ineuaus fears that this time he will not be able to win, when suddenly, he’s rescued by Conde, and emotions run hot and heavy between the two. Long ago, Sorcerers bound Demons to the land in which they reside, but with the help of Conde the demons got away and with The Crystal. Without The Crystal, the sorcerers are losing their power, and it’s up to Ineaus to get it back, but with Conde as the supposed summoner, who knows what will happen and what answers will be uncovered…

If you enjoy demons and sorcery with a splash of romance, you’ll love Knox’s To Summon a Demon! As an ebook, and therefore short, Knox does a fantastic job of grabbing the reader’s attention from the very beginning. Not once, did I feel as if I was being rushed while reading; the story as well as the characters were both very well developed and thorough. Even as an otherworldly piece of work, you can relate to the characters, what they are going through, and how they are feeling. You’ll want to read this in one sitting, and what’s so great is that you can!

--Denise Kivett
PNR Reviews



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Happy reading everyone, and you WON'T be disappointed reading To Summon a Demon, I promise!
Until the next review...(lol, don't ask)
Dee
R&R

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse by Lexxie Couper

I first heard about this book when I read a blurb and excerpt that the author posted on Changeling Press' Yahoo group. I was instantly grabbed by the sexy scene and premise of the story, so 10 minutes later when I saw an email from PNR saying it was available for review, I snatched it right up. And boy, am I glad I did! Read my review and the blurb and tell me it doesn't sound awesome!

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Title: Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse

Author: Lexxie Couper

Publisher: Changeling Press

ISBN: 978-1-59596-693-3

Released:
September 14, 2007

Format: e-book

Length: 95 pages

Genre: Erotic Paranormal

Katrina O’Brien is an Australian Federal Cop, hot on the trail of The Mouse, an international jewel thief. After two years of almost catching him, this time he’s not getting away from her. When his trail leads to Los Regalos, she follows without even knowing anything about the city. What she thinks at first is an even glitzier version of Las Vegas turns out to be a paranormal resort where all your darkest desires come true. The Mouse has his own dark desires, desires that involve Katrina. But someone even darker is after them both, and will use them AND their desires to get what they’re after.

Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse blends together action, mystery, erotica, and paranormal elements into the perfect story that fascinates you from page one. Lexxie Couper delivers an exciting story with non-stop action that will have you turning pages hastily, desperate to know how it ends. The characters were smart, cool, and fierce but still had the emotional baggage and flaws that made them real and endearing. Couper has made me an instant fan with her fast-paced plot, multi-faceted characters, and sizzling sexual encounters, and I will definitely be reading any book with her name on it. This was my first book ever with BDSM elements, but the author adds just the right amount of kink, where it’s sizzling and sexy, but not skanky. The characters are real and engaging, the plot is remarkable, and the sex scenes left me breathless. Kat and Mouse is a book that will keep you up way past your bedtime!
-Mandy Briggs
PNR Reviews

OFFICIAL Blurb:
Australian Federal cop Katrina O'Brien's on the tail of an international jewel thief, a mysterious criminal known only as The Mouse. She's not going to let him get away, even when his trail leads her to the sinfully decadent US resort Los Regalos, a place where your every desire is catered to. Katrina's desires run deep and dark, and The Mouse is more than willing to accommodate them. But so is someone else. Someone who�s been watching them both. Someone who knows everything about them� Someone dangerous. Someone powerful. Someone not human�

I'm telling you, pick up Viva Los Regalos: Kat and Mouse! You won't be disappointed!
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Ciao!
Mandy
R&R

Sealed with a Kiss by Lila Dubois

Okay, so I know that authors don't like it when you reveal more than their summary, but it's pretty obvious what paranormal creature the hero is in this story. But just because you asked nicely, I'm going to tell you, because I have had several people ask me, and plus, I think if more people knew right off the bat, they'd be more interested in reading the story. Alright, now I'm going to give you the chance to figure it out by reading my review, and if you can't you'll find the answer at the bottom.



Title: Sealed with a Kiss
Author: Lila Dubois
Publisher: Samhain Publishing

Release Date:
August 31, 2007
ISBN: 1-59998-593-4
Format: e-book
Length: 85 pages
Genre: Erotic Paranormal

Helena is taking a break from her stressful job by going on a kayaking adventure off Catalina Island. But her kayaking guide, Ocean, proves to be much more distracting than any vacation she could ever take. When Helena unwittingly enslaves Ocean by accidentally invoking a curse against his kind, he has serious doubts about whether she is innocent, or if she trapped him on purpose. But on purpose or not, the magic has been put into action, and now both Ocean and Helena have no reservations about fulfilling her fantasies. But as their bond grows stronger, Ocean begins to wonder if it’s the magic’s doing, or if it’s something deeper. When the curse is broken will Helena be able to accept Ocean’s secret, and will Ocean be convinced of Helena’s innocence?

Lila Dubois has written a tantalizing tale that is definite must-read! “Sealed with a Kiss” is a story of magic, fantasy, and fanta-SIES! In this short story (that I consider novella length), the author has created some great characters and an entertaining plot that will have you wishing for “Sealed with a Kiss” 2! The heroine of the story is endearing, with self-confidence issues any woman can relate to, and the hero has just the right “touch” to bring out the self-assured woman she has always wanted to be. With short stories, it’s not easy to make a bond that feels natural between the characters, but Dubois really hit the mark. She also impressed me with her ability to turn even the slightest nuance of touch into something very sensual, and relay that sensuality to the reader. The sex scenes were scorching, the plotline was fun, and the setting was original. Lila Dubois knows hot, and “Sealed with a Kiss” will have you fanning yourself with fervor!

-Mandy Briggs
PNR Reviews

September 12, 2007

Still unsure what kind of paranormal creature he is? I'll tell you just this once- he's one of the hottest Selkies ever! Oh, and the cover is not supposed to represent the hero, it's the same cover they put on all the stories in the series. Lemme tell you this was a hot one, and at $2.50, you can't afford NOT to read it.

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Ciao!
Mandy
R & R

Tuesday, September 11, 2007

Soul Mates by Marilyn Lee

Publisher: Changeling Press, LLC
Release date: has been Released
ISBN: 978-1-59596-812-8
Format: E-book (available in HTML, Adobe PDF, MobiPocket, Microsoft Reader)
Length: Novella, 180 pages
Genre: Time-Travel Erotic Romance

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Trey awakes one night to his soul mate’s screams as she is being carried away to another owner during the time of Antebellum slavery. Trey’s father had given him Carlee as a companion when he was a young boy. Now, at the age of seventeen, his father fears that Trey and Carlee will take the leap from friends to lovers, which he cannot have. So, in a vain attempt to stop them from being together, he sells Carlee away, and Trey makes a promise that he will do everything he can to find Carlee, as she promises to wait for him, even if that means forever…
Then, a few nights later, as Trey is laying in bed, wallowing in misery, he awakens to find a strange woman standing at his bedside. She tells him that she was drawn to him from the Shadow Mountain Cheyenne’s and that she is too carry his burden until it his time to remember what has happened. And, as Trey is struggling to refuse this woman’s attempts to carry his burden, she eases his fears, and it isn’t until decades later that Trey will find Carlee again, in a new lifetime, but is it too late for them to be together? Because, Carlee seems to remember their past, but can she convince Trey they are soul mates, or are they doomed to stay apart for all of eternity?

Marilyn Lee writes a highly descriptive novel, taking you on the many emotional up’s and down’s of her character’s lives. You’ll find yourself feeling the same emotions as Carlee, Trey, and the rest of the characters. Between the fights and the love-making, you’ll never know what to expect. From the beginning you’ll wonder whether or not Carlee can get Trey to pull through for her, and if she in return can accept his faults. The ending definitely left me with a smile on my face, and fully happy with Soul Mates as a whole.
This novel is intensely erotic with strong sexual language for those who find such things offensive.

--Denise Kivett,
PNR Reviews
September 9, 2007

I thought that this book was extremely well written. I enjoyed it, but found that there were some parts I just couldn't personally relate to. Nothing at ALL against the author, I don't want to come off wrong because I do recommend it! Happy Reading!

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See you guys later!
Denise
R&R

Monday, September 10, 2007

Lord Draco: The Witch's Knight by Raquel Taylor

I was lucky enough to snatch up Lord Draco: The Witch's Knight by Raquel Taylor for review. Even though I had a couple I needed to finish before it, the summary piqued my interest so much, I went ahead and started it. This book was so good, it really made my job as a reviewer a piece of cake. The only thing I had a hard time with when writing the review was shutting up about it! Luckily, I have a blog, and I can rave all I want, and you have to listen to me- MWAHAHAHA! But in all seriousness, read my official review of Lord Draco, and pick yourself up a copy. It is an absolute STEAL at $2.50, and if you're a fan of paranormal erotica, you will really enjoy it. Also, check out Raquel Taylor's website where you can read about her upcoming book, Seduction of the Fae- which I will definitely be getting!


Title: Lord Draco: The Witch’s Knight
Author: Raquel Taylor
Publisher:
Dark Castle Lords
Release date:
August 2007
ISBN: 978-1-921347-22-1
Format: e-Book
Length: 95 Pages
Genre: Erotica/Paranormal

Ileana is a witch: shunned, abandoned, and unloved by everyone but her brother Alexandru. When he is attacked and cursed by werewolves, she has no choice but to appeal for aid to Lord Draco, King of the Vampires. She sets out into the night, and only after reaching his castle does she realize she has nothing to offer him for his help. But because of the attraction Lord Draco feels for Ileana, he will only be satisfied with one thing: a night of passion. Ileana accepts and finds herself being swept away in the strength of his arms and the ardor they share. Will Draco and Ileana be able to face the werewolves together, release her brother from the curse, AND survive?

Sound steamy? It is! But the great thing about Lord Draco: The Witch’s Knight is that the story and characters will “enthrall” you just as much as the scorching, surface-of-the-sun-hot love scenes. Raquel Taylor does in a novella with her story and characters what it takes most authors a full-length novel to accomplish. She develops the characters easily and naturally, and before you know it, you’ll be just as in love with Ileana and Draco as they are with each other. Taylor has a real talent for description and the story will unfold in full-color detail in your mind. It captivated me from the first page and had me wanting more at the last- in a good way! Lord Draco: The Witch’s Knight is everything you’d want in an erotic paranormal, and Raquel Taylor is definitely an author I’m reading again- and again!

- Mandy Briggs
PNR Reviews

September 1, 2007

Official Summary from Author:
Romania, 1817

In order to save her brother from the curse of the Moldovan werewolves, Ileana Caragea—shunned and a witch—must call upon Lord Draco Constantinescu, King of the Romanian vampires, and his bevy of vampiric beauties. Draco is irresistibly drawn to the beautiful human witch. He agrees to help her, but in return he demands a night of passion. Pleasure and pain intermingle as Ileana surrenders to the domineering seduction of the vampire Lord as he wipes away her loneliness with his hot, all-consuming caresses. Together this wickedly sensual couple battle overwhelming supernatural odds.

I really hope you give this book a try. It's definitely one of my favorite books ever. I can definitely identify with Ileana's personality, and I can definitely agree that Lord Draco is one hot vampire!

Ciao!
Mandy
R & R




Sunday, September 9, 2007

Flight of the Gryphon by Ann Durand

Here is the review for the very first book I received from PNR to review. I read it in one day but it's took me nearly 3 weeks to write the review. There are so many twists in this story, it was nearly impossible to not give anything away! It's more a science fiction novel than romance, but it does have a romantic subplot.



Publisher: Double Dragon Publishing
Release Date: May 2007
ISBN: 1-55404-451-0
Format: e-book
Length: Category Novel; 211 pages
Genre: Science Fiction, Romance

In the simplistic village of Parallon, the community is tight-knit, families are close; and every man, woman, and child is terrorized by the malicious leader Askinadon. Between his hateful servants, his ability to hear their thoughts, and “the voice” in their heads commanding his will, the villagers are under his complete control. Two years prior, Katera’s twin sister had been summoned by Askinadon to be carried to his fortress as the village’s yearly sacrifice to him. Not knowing what fate awaited her sister, or if she was even alive, left Katera and her parents’ hearts in pieces. So this year when news of her summoning reaches Katera, she refuses to put her parents through another ceremony at Askinadon’s altar, this time losing the only child they had left. Of course Askinadon knows what she has planned, as he can hear her thoughts- so Katera must work quickly, even as “the voice” commands her to obey. She runs toward the river and throws herself in where she knows the falls will take her, a final defiance to the terrible Askinadon.

But a handsome stranger comes out of nowhere and saves her before she plunges over the edge of the falls. He pulls her out of the water just as she feels excruciating, dagger-sharp pains in her head, and hears Askinadon’s voice telling her it would continue until she gets to the altar. But the stranger quickly makes a cut in her forehead and pulls a small object out of the incision, and the pain and voice instantly disappear. Her rescuer is called Mikolen, and she soon discovers he is the only one who knows the secrets of Askinadon; the only one who can help her save herself, her people, and her sister- if she is even alive. As Mikolen reveals the secrets of Askinadon’s “omnipotence”, she is shocked to discover that the source of the cruel leader’s control comes from a small device that was painlessly and secretly embedded in the foreheads of every Parallonian. For the first time, she has hope and a plan to save herself, her family, and her people.

After spending enough time with Katera to hatch a plan for her, Mikolen knows he can’t stand by and let her face the dangers alone. However, he also knows that helping her will expose him to Askinadon, who happens to be his arch enemy. Exposure that will cause him to lose everything: the chance to complete the project he has worked on for 10 years, his way home, and possibly both their lives.

Ann Durand has written a fantastic science fiction novel with a sweet romantic subplot. Flight of the Gryphon is a highly descriptive novel that instantly transported me to Katera’s world and kept me there even after the story ended. Although I would’ve liked to see more romance between Mikolen and Katera, it’s mostly because the author created such real and likeable characters. Durand has a wonderful imagination for creating magnificent and terrifying species of animals, and for inventing incredible high-tech devices and equipment. The story contains mild sensuality and some short scenes of graphic violence, all of which are necessary plot elements. Flight of the Gryphon is chock-full of imaginative creatures, ingenious technology, complex characters, and enough twists and turns to keep you excitedly turning the page.

- Mandy Briggs
PNR Reviews

September 7, 2007

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Mandy
R & R

Falcon Hunter by Shonna Brannon

Here you go everyone! The first review for R&R! Shonna Brannon has been absolutely fantastic. She has a great blog as well! We have chatted a little bit back and forth about the blog, and she recommends, if you like Falcon Hunter, then try The Spirit Within. Don't forget to check out the links at the end of the post either. And definitely check out Falcon Hunter, it was a fantastic read!

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Publisher: Cobblestone Press
Release date: July 27, 2007
ISBN: 978-1-60088-156-5
Format: E-book
Length: Novella, 112 pages
Genre: Shifter

Christina Rainwater, is a healer for Native American tribe. Yet, because she’s not full-blooded Native American, many in her tribe won’t accept her. However, Falcon Hunter, a falcon who has come to visit Christina since she was sixteen years old, hates that his people won’t accept her. Hunter, a falcon-shifter believes that Christina is a reincarnation of his wife who has passed on, but will he risk everything to show her who he truly is? Christina, has no idea who the falcon is, or why he has taken up with her, but he’s everywhere she is. Every time she looks into his eyes, she feels a deep connection, and she knows that she would feel lost without him…
Then one day, as Christina is helping out her Grandmother, Spring Rain, she loses her balance on a ladder, from out of nowhere, strong bronze arms swoop down, and lower her to the ground. Yet, when Christina glances back up, the only one around her is the falcon. At first, she thinks it’s the falcon, but that’s a crazy, or is it?
But Falcon is at a crossroads. Christina is in her seventh reincarnation, and it’s now or never, if he wants to be with her forever. But, since Christina sees Falcon as just that, a falcon, she’s carrying on with her life, as any woman in her 20’s would, seeing other men and working. It pains Falcon to see her with another man, and it pains him even more knowing that if he doesn’t do something soon, he’ll never be able to be with her EVER again…

This was a fantastic read! Brannon does a great job, of infusing Native American culture into this shifter novella. I really enjoyed how since Christina was in her seventh reincarnation, she brought back repressed memories through dreams. You’ll find yourself rooting for Christina and Falcon Hunter throughout the entire story! At some points, the storyline does seem rushed, but looking back, no major plot lines or the ending were affected because of it. Falcon Hunter is a roller-coaster of a story; you’ll be gasping, and wondering if they’ll pull through, and then smiling when it’s all said and done, over and over. The storyline was very smooth, and I loved the way Brannon showed the different viewpoints of each of the characters, even if the same portion of the story was taking place. I loved every minute reading it!
There are some short, highly charged sex/sex-related scenes, but nothing to lead you away from the main storyline.

--Denise Kivett
PNR Reviews
September 4, 2007

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Denise
R&R

Our first post, yay!

Hello all! Before I posted our first review, I wanted to let everyone know why we decided to start Rogues and Romance. Well, first off, Mandy and I both love the Paranormal Romance genre, we love reading, hearing about it, meeting authors, and the like. It's taken us awhile to get up and running to where we are actually posting, and it will probably take still longer before the site is where we want it to be. I'll be posting our first book review after this post, but we hope to have author's interviewing with us as well as blogging with us sometime in the near future. From there, we'll only have more ideas! So, I hope you enjoy it!

Denise
R&R