Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Savor (Senses Series #5) by Xavier Neal



Book Description:

Lately, Logan "Unbreakable" Kellar's life has been a series of miscommunications with catastrophic consequences. However, this time around, the consequences threaten to not only damage his current relationships but erase a future he only ever dreamed of. Will Logan lose everything he's ever hoped for or will he finally be able to break the cycle of his mistakes and get the future he is so desperate to Savor?

Senses Series Book 5




Review:

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

As depressing as it is to know the Senses series has come to its end, I can think of no better finale'. The intensity of the events throughout the entire book kept me on edge. Maxx and Logan's story is one I have to relive time and again. There is no better high. A lot of twists and "what if's" are headed your way if you are already anticipating this final installment. . Logan managed to capture my heart all over again with his vulnerability in Savor. Be prepared for some surprises. Logan managed to capture my heart all over again with his vulnerability in Savor.

I recommend the entire series for people romance junkies.









Chaos (Havoc #2) by Xavier Neal



Book Description:

Clint "Grim" Walker has always been clear about two things in his life: his love of his Marine career and his love for Haven Davenport.

His self-missions were clear: be the best Marine possible. Protect Haven at all costs.

But when the two objectives collide they leave his once stable existence in chaos.





Review:

I've been aching to read Chaos the second Havoc came to it's close.

Chaos is most certainly a suitable title as those are the feelings it provokes throughout the entirety of the book. At times I tried to reason through my distorted emotions that I had not heard or understood Haven's side during any of the messes their relationship finds itself. It's easy to relate to both protagonists.  It's just so intense and I know it hits so close to home for the typical areas relationship's tend to wander.  I wanted to throw something and I was felt pleasantly subdued at Clint's numbness and decisions.

Another 5 stars (until I read the next book hahaha).


Sia by Kia Carrington-Russell


Book Description:

Eighteen years have now passed since the Phantom Wolf, Sia, faced her greatest challenge when she was forced to kill her lover, Kiba—the rightful heir to the throne. Sia murdered the dishonorable King Taleb for his transgressions before resting in peace among her Spirit Pack. Saith and Keeley now rule over the Kingdom, endeavoring to restore peace and allegiance throughout the land. Their actions are clouded in secrecy so that their daughter—whom they named Sia—should remain protected and unaware. But what are they preparing for? Sia, now almost eighteen years of age, must face her own journey to discover the mysteries her world has to offer. In order to uncover her true potential, Sia must confront her feelings for Trim. When her name is called, she sees him cringe as he remembers the love he once held for the Great Phantom Wolf before her. Mistrust and lies decay the Kingdom’s solidarity. Sia’s curiosity is piqued by the fear that shadows all wolves: the threat of the humans. So what happens when she comes across one?



Review:

I absolutely adored Sia! This book is a paranormal pleasure for all to enjoy. The transitions of the characters from Phantom Wolf is flawless. The romantic tension between Sia and Trim provokes delightful anticipation. The spiritual purity and character growth is beautifully captured. The execution of the prose was was smooth, storyline riveting, and the integration of the events from Phantom Wolf were tactful. I recommend Sia for all paranormal romance lovers. I am over-joyed to have a new series to eagerly follow. After a torturous cliff-hanger I cannot be more ready to read the next installment!

Pantom Wolf by Kia Carrington-Russell


Book Description:

Sia is a Phantom Wolf. Neither dead nor alive—and rotting from the inside—she is on the edge of her curse. Once a Phantom Wolf has been created, they hunt their blood pack and slaughter all their loved ones. Except for Sia, who woke years after her death to find herself rampaging through the land on a lonely path. She continues to run from the rival pack that hunts her because she is a Phantom Wolf. Attracted to a scent, Sia finds her old best friend, who is now a grown woman. Having once saved Keeley, Sia takes the role of protector yet again, despite Keeley’s involvement with the mysterious Alpha, Kiba, and his kin brother, Saith. An ambush separates the pack and the four of them blindly fight the new warriors that attack them: desperately needing to find out where the attacks are coming from, as Sia has vowed to protect Keeley. But at what cost? Now being chased, Sia finds herself conflicted by the mortal and spirit world while trying to protect her kin. Sia must confront her fears, as well as the human lover who killed her many years before. It is not only survival Sia contends with, but her own façade that must be broken so that she may find peace within herself once more.




Review:
The scenes painted before me were unusual,  but what isn't the first time ventured? As the depth of the story consumed me those "odd" descriptives became comfortable and expected.  Phantom Wolf has an extensive emotional allure to it. The philosophy behind what I imagine to be the worst curse on can fathom had me wondering why more authors have yet to explore these basic instinctual vulnerabilities.
Sia's experiences shattered my heart. The love and the strength she was able to maintain after an onslaught of tragedies is amazing. Kalib stole my heart from the beginning. His compassion and acceptance are his most endearing qualities. By the end I was bawling my bloody eyes out. A book that is so dynamic and can pull my emotions free so easily is a 5 star novel.

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Bound by Revenge by Mandy Dowson

Book Description:

Revenge is a dish best served cold. And Donovan has a huge serving of it for one female in particular. He intends to find her and make her pay. But will he find her before the deadly poison in his blood gets him? Running on empty, his body no longer obeying his commands, he must rely on others to keep him alive just long enough to see his plan come to fruition.
There is one she-wolf who will be his touchstone. Together, they are stronger. Together, they might just survive. As the darkness swallows him whole, she will be his savior. There's only one problem -- he's not interested in being saved.
A choice lies before him -- revenge or love -- but with his heart closed to emotion, his choice may already be made. Hatred is what drives him. But will his vengeance keep him warm at night?




Review:

5 Stars
18+

*I received this book in exchange for an honest review *

I truly enjoy the element of intrigue Mandy Dawson includes in her works. The lack of predictability combined with heavy emotional atmospheres ensuring to capture and harness a reader's attention.

There is more of Donovan's story to be told and is the primary focus in this tale. As for the female protagonist, Greta, there is much more to her than initially meets the eye. It seems much of the bantering that is created from the snarky female may be her wall of protection. The question is why? Some of those answers are certainly surprising and a little heart breaking.

The execution of the graphic scenes and explicit detail are tenfold the prior 2 books. That alone will keep Mandy Dowson's fans returning.

As more mythological creatures make entrance to this series, a deeper plot unfolds building much anticipation for the next book in the series. I personally cannot satiate my hunger for the Bound series.

Pack & Parcel by Mandy Dowson

Book Description:

Part of the Amazon Best Selling series, Moon Bound.
**This book is not suitable for anyone under the age of 18. It contains adult situations and scenes of erotica and mild horror.

Leesh is a female on the run. She's taken all she can take from her abusive mate, and so, gathering up her five year old little boy, Jase, she flees her territory, her pack and her family, but with danger lurking around every corner, and old injuries leaving her vulnerable to attack from any and every quarter, she must rely on the Master of the Hunt, from the Tall Grass pack to keep her safe.
Wallace is ruggedly handsome despite his many scars, but Leesh pushes him away even as she wishes she could let him hold her close.
Is she too far gone in fear and self-hatred to return his blossoming feelings?

With an angry mate on her tail, Wallace must do all he can to save the woman he's fallen in love with, and protect the son he wishes to call his own.
But Christmas is a time for miracles, right?




Review:

5 Stars
18+

While reading Pack and Parcel I realized Author Mandy Dawson had unexpectedly stolen my heart. Her storylines are beguiling and the emotional atmospheres are intoxicating.

Leesha and Wallace experience conflict as individuals securing their beautifully broken souls. The design of the Wolf society inflicts further complications for the two. As they are accepted and protected by our former protagonists, self-acceptance and alluding a life-threatening force impends their existence together.

Not only are there two new characters to instantly love, but the characters from Bound by Fate are present, true to their origins on the first book, and we are surprisingly allowed to be an audience to an anticipated event that includes a nice shocker element. A book that leaves me smiling like a lunatic is put on "repeat mode."


Bound by Fate by Mandy Dowson

Book Description:

*Amazon Best Selling Series
Not suitable for under 18's as there are adult themes, explicit scenes and some mild horror.

Giving her Guardian the slip has never been a problem for Beth. Even for a wolf, she is wicked fast and almost impossible to track. Then she meets Gareth, her new Guardian. Gareth is ruggedly handsome, unfailingly stubborn, and seems determined to sniff Beth out, no matter where she runs.

After a disastrous night of passion with Gareth, Beth has no choice but to put herself forward for mating. Although, it's not just Gareth that has his eye on this female. Donovan, a wolf from a neighboring pack , has his own reasons for wanting this she-wolf, and when Beth makes the wrong choice, she finds out exactly what happens when you're "thrown to the wolves".

Secrets are revealed and choices are made. Will love conquer all, or destroy everything Beth has ever known?



Review:

5 STARS
18+

The storyline in Bound by Fate is mesmerizing from start to finish! Mandy Dowson's creative talents found their way to the crevasses of my soul. All characters were enveloped in such tension-filled atmospheres that time stood still. The elements contained within the story are delightful and intriguing. My emotions were pulled to the surface and the my heart depended on the story each page had to offer. I will be following this author from this point forward. I relish in talent and paranormal romances that I look forward to reading more than once.