Friday, May 24, 2013

Natalie-Nicole Bates' BACK TO YOU Blog Tour!



Book Monster Reviews welcome Natalie-Nicole Bates back to the blog today for her BACK TO YOU Blog Tour!




Natalie-Nicole Bates is a book reviewer and author.

Her passions in life include books and hockey along with Victorian and Edwardian era photography and antique poison bottles. Natalie contributes her uncharacteristic love of hockey to being born in Russia.

She currently resides in the UK where she is working on her next book and adding to her collection of 19th century post-mortem photos.

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Today we are helping Natalie promote one of her newest releases BACK TO YOU.  Let's check out the book spotlight to learn more about it.




BACK TO YOU

On the surface, Lynsey Reznor seems to have it all. She is beautiful, brilliant, and a successful true-crime writer who has been living the past decade in Miami. But what Lynsey lacks is what she needs the most—a family.
After the death of her mother, and yet another failed relationship, Lynsey makes an impulsive decision to return to her hometown of Unity. But Unity will present its own bittersweet memories, most notably, her first love, Nick Lincoln.

Twenty years ago, Nick broke teenager Lynsey’s heart when he decided to marry another. He had his own private reasons—reasons he never explained to Lynsey. Now she is back, along with a chance to reclaim her love. But Lynsey wants answers from him that he may never be able to give out of duty and guilt.


Available at Amazon:  Single Title | Collection (Additional Bonus Stories: Remember the Stars and Antique Charming)


Sounds great huh!  Before you run off to get your copy or add it to your TBR list, make sure you enter the giveaway below.  Natalie is giving away a $20.00 gift card to Amazon.




May 20:
Close Encounters with the Night Kind

Scorching Book Reviews

Darker Passions

May 21:
Musings From An Addicted Reader

Toot's Book Reviews

May 22:
Book Lovin' Mamas

Deal Sharing Aunt

Riverina Romantics

May 23:
United by Books

Offbeat Vagabond

Sassy Book Lovers

Reading Between The Wines

May 24:
Book Monster Reviews

Books-n-Kisses

May 25:
Page Flipperz

Froggarita's Bookcase

May 26:
Reader Girls

Buffy's Ramblings





Natalie is giving away a $20.00 gift card on the tour.
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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Marie Hall's HOOK'S PAN Book Blast Tour



Hello everyone!  Book Monster Reviews is happy to have Marie Hall's HOOK'S PAN Blog Tour over today!



Marie Hall has always had a dangerous fascination for creatures that go bump in the night. And mermaids. And of course fairies. Trolls. Unicorns. Shapeshifters. Vampires. Scottish brogues. Kilts. Beefy arms. Ummm... Bad boys! Especially the sexy ones.

On top of that she’s a confirmed foodie, she nearly went to culinary school and then figured out she could save a ton of money if she just watched food shows religiously! She’s a self-proclaimed master chef, certified deep sea dolphin trainer, finder of leprechaun’s gold at the end of the rainbow, and rumor has it she keeps the Troll King locked away in her basement. All of which is untrue, however, she does have an incredibly active imagination and loves to share her crazy thoughts with the world!

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Today we are helping Marie promote HOOK'S PAN, the newest release in her Kingdom series.  Let's check it out….




Hook's Pan
Kingdom Series, Book 5
Available at:  Amazon | B&N | Smashwords

Trishelle Page has known pain in her life, but instead of it making her weak, she's stronger. Confident. That is until the day a fairy kidnaps her during her starring role in Peter Pan's play and tells her not only do fairy tales exist, but that she's the soulmate of the pirate they call Hook, making her question everything she ever thought she knew.

Captain James Hook is a man at the end of his rope. He's not the villainous bastard tales have made him out to be. So when the curvaceous blonde drops literally at his feet, he aims to prove it to her. If only to get her into his bed.

What neither one knows is that fate and magic are conspiring and they can deny the attraction all they want but their happily ever after is already written, it's just a matter of getting there.

Pretty awesome huh?!  You can check out the rest of the books in the Kingdom series HERE, but before you do, be sure to enter the giveaway below to win some great prizes.




HOOK'S PAN Book Blast Schedule
May 20 - June 1

5/20- Urban Girl Reader

5/21- Literal Hotties Naught Book Reviews

5/21- United by Books

5/22- Close Encounters with the Night Kind

5/23- Book Monster Reviews

5/24- Bitten by Paranormal Romance

5/25- Riverina Romantics

5/25- Wicked Readings by Tawania

5/26- Sassy Book Lovers

5/26- Mad Hatter Reads

5/27- Curse of the Bibliophile

5/28- You Gotta Reads Reviews

5/28 - Brynna Curry's In Shadows

5/30- Because Reading Is Better

5/31- Darker Passions

6/01- Book Lovin' Mamas

6/01- Confessions of the Paranormal




Marie is giving away the following prizes on her tour:

Grand Prize:
One (1) $50.00 dollar gift card to Amazon

2nd Runner-up:
One (1)  Tote bag with keychain, bookmarks, and a journal

3rd Runner-up:
One (1) eBook of THE WITCHING HOUR

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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Author Ambush & Giveaway with Donna Grant!



Happy Hump Day!  Book Monster Reviews is excited to have Donna Grant back on the blog today and taking over the reigns for the day!


 Donna Grant is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than forty novels and novellas spanning multiple genres of romance.

She was born and raised in Texas but loves to travel. Her adventures have taken her throughout the United States as well as to Jamaica, Mexico, and Scotland. Growing up on the Texas/Louisiana border, Donna’s Cajun side of the family taught her the “spicy” side of life while her Texas roots gave her two-steppin’ and bareback riding.



Her childhood dream was to become a professional ballet dancer and study under the amazing Mikhail Baryshnikov. Though she never got to meet Baryshnikov, she did make it to New York City and performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Later, Donna’s love of the romance genre and the constant stories running through her head prompted her to sit down and write her first book. Once that book was completed, there was no turning back.

Donna sold her first book in November 2005 while displaced from Hurricane Rita, a storm that destroyed portions of the Texas Gulf Coast. Since then, Donna has sold novels and novellas to both electronic and print publishers. Her books include several complete series such as Druids Glen, The Shields, Royal Chronicles, Sisters of Magic, Dark Sword, Dark Warriors, and her new series, Dark Kings.

Despite the deadlines and her voracious reading, Donna still manages to keep up with her two young children, four cats, three fish, and one long haired Chihuahua. She’s blessed with a proud, supportive husband who loves to read and travel as much as she does.

To keep up with Donna's latest news and releases, visit her Website or follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Goodreads.


Today we are here to promote the upcoming releases in the Dark Warriors series.  In case you're not familiar with the series, it's one of my all time favorites and I know you'll LOVE it!  Check out the Series Spotlight below to learn more about the sexy Dark Warriors.
  





MIDNIGHT'S MASTER
Dark Warriors, Book #1

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Gwynn Austin has no idea why her father has disappeared on a mysterious trip to Scotland. When she goes on a desperate mission to search for him she finds more than she bargains for in a ruggedly handsome, wickedly exciting Highlander who exudes danger and mystery. And when she discovers her own link to Scotland, she’ll have to trust her heart to help lead her...

Propelled through time by powerful Druid Magic, Logan Hamilton uses his immortality and powers of the god inside him to help prevent the awakening of an ancient evil in the modern world. He never expects to find help in the form of a beautiful, alluring, and all too tempting woman whose passion and strength matches his own. Together, Logan and Gywnn must fight for their love—before a demon from the past destroys them both…
 



MIDNIGHT'S LOVER
Dark Warriors, Book #2

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Driven by the fierce god within him, highlander Ian Kerr is sworn to fight for the land he loves—and the brother he lost. But when he’s transported four centuries into the future, he finds himself fighting his own desires—for a beautiful, bewitching woman who could hold a warrior spellbound…

Danielle Buchanan has heard the legends. She has felt the power of Druid blood in her veins. But she has never known a man as fearsome—or as haunted—as the warrior Ian. With her magic, Dani must help him fight an ancient evil. With her heart, she must join him in his quest. But only with her soul can she free him from his curse…and seal their fates together.







MIDNIGHT'S SEDUCTION
Dark Warriors, Book #3

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Captivating and enticing, Saffron Fletcher is a rarity in the Druid world—a Seer. She is the ultimate prize in an epic battle. After suffering horrendously at the hands of evil, her thirst for justice is all that keeps her going. Can she put her trust in the sinfully gorgeous, wonderfully dangerous Warrior who haunts her dreams and promises retribution for their common enemy?

Camdyn MacKenna is hungry for revenge…until he falls prey to Saffron’s seductive magic. She enchants him like no other. But if Camdyn yields to her allure, will he be strong enough to defeat their sworn enemy—and resist the rising forces of evil that could destroy their love forever?








MIDNIGHT'S WARRIOR
Dark Warriors, Book #4

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Defenders against evil. Bound by the gods. The Dark Warriors are taking their battle from ancient Scotland to the modern world—where a woman’s love can set them free…

A HEART IN HIDING

For ten long years, Tara has been a woman on the run, hiding from the magic-wielding Warriors and Druids of modern-day Scotland. Now, as a tour guide at a remote Highland castle, she hopes to finally escape her past—until one impossibly gorgeous man enters her life…and exposes her wildest secrets.

A WARRIOR IN LOVE

For centuries, Ramsey MacDonald has concealed his strength and skill as part Warrior, part Druid, for fear of unleashing the full force of his power. But when he takes Tara into his arms—and seals their fate with a kiss—Ramsey will have to fight for her love…though it may mean losing control of the magic inside him.




MIDNIGHT'S KISS
Dark Warriors, Book #5
Release Date:  June 4, 2013

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Dr. Veronica Reid is a world-renowned archeologist whose Druid abilities help her to unearth ancient magical items. The arrival of the all-too-attractive and charismatic Arran MacCarrick puts her on the defensive when he begins to question how she really finds her artifacts…until an unknown foe attacks and Ronnie discovers that Arran has a secret as great as her own. Together, they unleash an all-consuming passion that won’t be denied…

Immortal Warrior Arran is on a mission to find the spell to bind the god within him. But one look at the impossibly beautiful Ronnie and he knows there is more to her than meets the eye. With danger lurking around every corner and an undeniable hunger that grows with every kiss, Arran must reveal who he is to keep Ronnie from his nemesis. Now he is left with no choice but to fight—or fall—for the woman he loves…

   



MIDNIGHT'S CAPTIVE
Dark Warriors, Book #6
Release Date:  July 2, 2013

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ENSLAVED BY DESIRE

Laura Black knows her boss is a man of many secrets—haunted by some unknowable force, driven by some unspeakable destiny—and yet it makes her crave the devilishly handsome, roguishly charming Charon all the more.  When she uncovers a betrayal that will send her into a world of magic, she turns to the only one she trusts – Charon.  Even when she’s in jeopardy of losing her heart…

UNLEASHED IN FURY

Charon Bruce endures a relentless yearning to have Laura for his own, an ache he knows will never be fulfilled.  After the town he has protected for centuries is targeted by a ruthless Druid, he has no choice but to reveal his secret to Laura.  He must fight the deadliest foe he’s ever known if he’s to keep her safe.  But when Laura is captured by his nemesis, he must choose between winning the battle of good verses evil – or losing the woman he loves…






Interview with Dr. Veronica (Ronnie) Reid from MIDNIGHT’S KISS

Today I’ll (Donna) be interviewing the feisty and stubborn Dr. Ronnie Reid, a woman with a secret ability to find magical items long lost to the earth.

DG: Hey, Ronnie!  So glad you could take a moment out of your schedule to chat.

Ronnie: ::checks her hair in a bun::  Of course, but I can’t stay long.  We just began to excavate a section of earth that I think will yield something great.

DG: Any hints on what you may find?

Ronnie:  ::smiles wryly::  Now you know I can’t tell you.  You have to help us dig if you want to know.

DG:  Fair enough.  Now, tell me about this rumor circulating the academic community that you use some kind of magic to help during your archeological digs.

Ronnie:  I do a lot of research before I choose my sites.

DG:  Without a doubt.  I do happen to know there is magic in the world.  I also know there are Druids about.

Ronnie:  ::swallows nervously::  Is that right? 

DG:  Forget the magic for now.  Do you have a man in your life?

Ronnie:  ::Laughs::  As if there’s time.  My calling is archeology.  If I’m not digging in the dirt, I’m not happy.

DG:  And its brought you from the States to Egypt and now Scotland.  Why Scotland?

Ronnie:  I find the land…intriguing.

DG:  Some would say there is more history to be found in Egypt.

Ronnie:  It’s why there are so many archeological teams are there scouring the mounds of sand for any hint.  Scotland proves a bigger treat.  Going through the legends, figuring out which of the hundreds of tales holds a grain of truth to point me where I need to dig.  Now, that’s what I call archeology.

DG:  So…your liking Scotland.  You’ve been here a few years now.  Plan to leave anytime soon?

Ronnie:  Not if I have any say in it.  There is so much to explore, and I know there is more to find.

DG:  It sounds like all you have all you need in life.

Ronnie:  I do.

DG:  And that includes no dating?

Ronnie:  ::rolls eyes and smiles::  Your like a dog with a bone.

DG:  Yep.

Ronnie:  I had a bad relationship, as we all do.  It’ll be awhile yet before I feel the need to look for a man.

DG:  Look?  Don’t you know it's when you aren’t looking that love strikes?

Ronnie:  Love?  That’s my cue to get back to the dig.  Talk to you soon!

DG:  Bye, Ronnie!

If she only knew what was awaiting her. J



Donna is giving away a tote bag, water bottle & signed copy of MIDNIGHT'S WARRIOR to one lucky winner.  Open to international readers too!
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