Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Review @ZoeChantebooks - Tropical Wounded Wolf by Zoe Chant (Shifting Sands Resort #2)




Tropical Wounded Wolf
Shifting Sands Resort #2
by Zoe Chant

Goodreads blurb:  A curvy math teacher on vacation + a wolf shifter who spent years in captivity + an accident that leaves them stranded together in a jungle paradise = one thrilling romance!

Deer shifter Mary North may be afraid of snakes, planes, tropical diseases, and strange people, but when fate hands her a solo vacation at the luxurious, all-inclusive Shifting Sands Resort, she's determined to overcome her own timidity and enjoy herself. She isn’t prepared to meet her own mate - and find out he doesn’t want her.

Neal Byrne was an elite member of the military before he was captured and tortured in a private zoo for a collector’s amusement, forced to remain in his wolf form for ten years. He’s working at Shifting Sands now, doing whatever odd work he can find, and trying to heal his emotional wounds. He knows he’s not fit for a mate, and he’s sure the beautiful, gentle Mary would be better off without him.

When an accident traps the two in an isolated slice of paradise, injured and alone, it will take all their courage and trust to survive. Can two hurt souls find healing at last, or will their fears keep them forever alone?

Tropical Wounded Wolf is a ​thrilling, standalone short wolf shifter romance. No cliffhangers! 


About the Author:  Zoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!

Every 100th person to join Zoe's mailing list gets a free book! Could it be you?
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My Thoughts - 4 out of 5 Unicorns - I really liked it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

The cover is very nice!! 

This is the 2nd book in the series.   This series is for adults only due to the steamy content.  I think you want to read the books in order if you do not like when events are mentioned that you haven’t read yet.  Also it helps you know the staff at the resort better!

Mary and Neal both have their fears.  They are better able to get over them with each other.  This book felt different than others I’ve read, but I’m not sure if I was having an off day or if I didn’t connect with the characters as much in this book.  I still enjoyed the book, but I was missing something that I can’t put my finger on.

I’m definitely interested in seeing what happens next in the series because I love Zoe’s work!  I recommend the series to shifter fans everywhere!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Tropical Tiger Spy (Book 1)
See my review of Lion’s Hunt (Book 1)
See my review of Lion’s Mate (Book 2)
See my review of Lawman Lion (Book 1)
See my review of Guardian Lion (Book 2)
See my review of Rancher Lion (Book 3)
See my review of Panther’s Promise
See my review of Bodyguard Bear (Book 1)
See my review of Defender Dragon (Book 2)
See my review of Protector Panther (Book 3)
See my review of Warrior Wolf (Book 4)
See my review of Private Eye Bear’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Baby
See my review of Firefighter Dragon (Book 1)
See my review of Firefighter Pegasus (Book 2)
See my review of Firefighter Griffin (Book 3)
See my review of The Christmas Dragon's Mate






Saturday, February 25, 2017

Review @TerrySpear - Loving the White Bear by Terry Spear




Loving the White Bear
by Terry Spear

Goodreads blurb:  Rob MacMathan and his brother and a friend run the White Bear Wilderness Adventures Tour, White Bear, where polar bear shifters have staked a claim. This is their last tour group of the season, but when photojournalist, Alicia Raycroft, touches Rob and envisions what he sees, though her paranormal abilities deal with psychometry, whereas he’s clairvoyant, they’re both stunned. He witnesses a fight with an enraged grizzly; she sees a polar trying to eat her, which he interprets to mean he’s wearing his polar bear coat and trying to save her. In no way can he reveal the truth to her. Yet, just that connection between them pushes them to go beyond his self-imposed boundaries with both a client and a human. 

Alicia is fascinated with Rob, not only because he’s rugged and handsome and just as interested in her, he intrigues her like no other man has ever done when her touching him reveals he has abilities like she has. She envisions a white bear coming for her as snow swirls about her in the Alaskan wilderness, yet she’s determined to take this trek even if it’s her last. She believes fate is predetermined and nothing she will do can change the outcome anyway. Alicia and Rob are already headed down one dangerous path, so why not risk a chance at love too? Only he has more dark secrets he’s unwilling to share. 


About the Author:  Love, love, love romance, the paranormal, hunky Highlanders with their delicious brogue and hot kilts, so Terry Spear writes about those hunky Highlanders both in medieval times and as wolves in contemporary times. Jaguar shifters too! And young adult urban fantasy. And romantic suspense.

She grew up reading mystery, adventure, mythologies from around the world, ghost stories, the paranormal, fell in love with Dracula and Wolfman, and felt they needed loving too. Everyone should have someone to love. Which means her stories always have a HEA.

USA Today Bestseller residing in Central Texas from Sacramento, California who creates award-winning teddy bears too!

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

Okay I’m not sure, but I hope this is the first in a series!  I bought this book at the beginning of the month, and I loved it!  Terry Spears is one of my favorite authors.  I love her paranormal books!  I haven’t read one yet that I didn’t completely enjoy and become absorbed in.

This book takes place in Alaska.  Alicia and Rob both have psychic abilities and add to this that Rob is a polar bear shifter.  All sorts of action and romantic tension which made for an awesome read.  I really like Alicia because she stands up for herself and those she cares about.  She won’t sit in the background and allow things to happen.  Rob is sweet and protective.  I loved seeing their journey and how they came to be together.

I really hope this is a series!  I can’t wait to see what Terry comes up with next!  I need to get on the ball and read the other books I have by her!

I highly recommend her book to any shifter lover especially if you love bears!

Interested in reading???
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See my reviews of other books by Terry Spear!!!
See my review of Taming the Wild Highlander!!
See my review of The Dark Fae!!!
See my review of The Deadly Fae!!!
See my review of The Winged Fae!!!
See my review of The Ancient Fae!!!
See my review of Kiss of the Vampire!!!
See my review of Deidre’s Secret!!!
See my review of Bound by Danger!!!
See my review of Savage Hunger!!!
See my review of Cougar’s Mate!!!
See my review of Scepter of Salvation!!!
See my review of Mage of Monrovia!!!
See my review of The Shadow Elf!!!



Saturday, February 18, 2017

Review @ZoeChantebooks - Tropical Tiger Spy by Zoe Chant (Shifting Sands Resort #1)




Tropical Tiger Spy
Shifting Sands Resort #1
by Zoe Chant

Goodreads blurb:  A unique shifter in search of her past + a tiger shifter spy on an undercover mission + a shifters-only resort with secrets to hide = a dangerous and thrilling romantic adventure

Amber Allen comes to Shifting Sands Resort for a vacation escape and one last fling before she settles down to the boring life she's resigned herself to. She's found too many dead ends to believe that she can find any clues to her mysterious origins at the shifters-only resort, but she can't help hoping. She isn't expecting to meet Tony, a tall, gorgeous tiger shifter who instantly leaves her longing for more.

Tony Lukin is at the all-inclusive, clothing-optional island for one purpose: finding out who or what is behind the sinister disappearances of shifters from the resort over the last several years. He isn't looking for romance or relaxation, and he certainly isn't looking for his mate.

Who's behind the mystery of the vanishing shifters? What's the secret of Amber's past? And can Tony convince Amber that she was meant for him... before someone else snatches her away?

Tropical Tiger Spy is a sizzling hot, standalone tiger shifter romance. No cliffhangers!


About the Author:  Zoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!

Every 100th person to join Zoe's mailing list gets a free book! Could it be you?
To get on her mailing list, please follow this link: 
http://eepurl.com/bhOy_T

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

I bought this book about 2 weeks ago.  This is the first book in this series.  It is about 125 pages long, and it is for adults only due to the steamy content.

When I first started reading, I wasn’t sure who Tony was investigating.  I really liked Amber and how strong she is.  Tony was an enigma at first.  I wasn’t sure what to think of him.  Amber and Tony worked great together.  Scarlett and the other shifters at Shifting Sands are unusual, and I hope we learn more about them as the series continues.  This book has mysteries and intrigues that ended in the wonderful HEA way that Zoe’s books always end.

I can’t wait to start the next book!  I highly recommend any of Zoe’s book to any shifter lover!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Lion’s Hunt (Book 1)
See my review of Lion’s Mate (Book 2)
See my review of Lawman Lion (Book 1)
See my review of Guardian Lion (Book 2)
See my review of Rancher Lion (Book 3)
See my review of Panther’s Promise
See my review of Bodyguard Bear (Book 1)
See my review of Defender Dragon (Book 2)
See my review of Protector Panther (Book 3)
See my review of Warrior Wolf (Book 4)
See my review of Private Eye Bear’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Baby
See my review of Firefighter Dragon (Book 1)
See my review of Firefighter Pegasus (Book 2)
See my review of Firefighter Griffin (Book 3)
See my review of The Christmas Dragon's Mate






Monday, February 13, 2017

Review @laurendane - Wolf Unbound by Lauren Dane (Cascadia Wolves #3)




Wolf Unbound
Cascadia Wolves #3
by Lauren Dane

Goodreads blurb:  Previously published with a different publisher

The Cascadia Wolves will do anything to protect their own. Tegan Warden knows that better than anyone. The Pack closed ranks around her years ago when her mate died, and much as she appreciates their support, it's time to move on. That means dating—and for Tegan, it also means finding someone who understands her needs in the bedroom.

Finding Ben.

The dominant human may not be a wolf, but he makes Tegan shiver from their first encounter. He knows what she needs and doesn't hesitate to give it to her. What's more, they share a bond beyond sex. It's been years since any man has made her feel so alive, so beautiful and desired.

But there's an enemy working against the Cascadia Wolves, an enemy gathering forces to strike. The looming war is a threat to wolves and humans alike, and if they can't stop it, the love that Tegan and Ben have worked so hard to find may not be enough to protect them from what's coming.


About the Author:  Lauren Dane has been writing stories since she was able to use a pencil, and before that she used to tell them to people. Of course, she still talks nonstop, and through wonderful fate and good fortune, she’s now able to share what she writes with others. It’s a wonderful life!

The basics: Lauren is a mom, a partner, a best friend and a daughter. Living in the rainy but beautiful Pacific Northwest, she spends her late evenings writing like a fiend when she finally wrestles all of her kids to bed.


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My Thoughts - 4 out of 5 Unicorns - I really liked it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

New cover matches the style of the rest of the series!

This is the third book in the series, and it is for adults only due to the steamy content and violence.  This book does involve dominant/submissive acts just in case this has an effect of your enjoyment of reading the book.

I did not connect as well with Tegan and Ben though I’m not sure why.  It is a great book with plenty of action.  I like that Tegan is strong, and she has come back from losing a mate.  I have liked Ben in previous books, but in this one, he had several moments where he was just a jerk.  It rubbed me the wrong way.  He did things to redeem himself at times, but it wasn’t enough for me.

I loved Lauren’s writing!  She always has plenty of action, drama, and intrigue to keep you engaged!  I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!

I recommend this book to shifter fans who enjoy subspace in their reading!

Interested in reading???
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See my review of Pack Enforcer!!!
See my review of Reluctant Mate!!!

See my review of Wolves’ Triad!!!

Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Review @ZoeChantebooks - Lion's Mate by Zoe Chant (Rowland Lions #2)




Lion’s Mate
Rowland Lions #2
by Zoe Chant

Goodreads blurb:  A curvy woman who longs for adventure + a daring lion shifter on a dangerous mission + evil experiments in a secret lab = one action-packed romance!

Cassie Shaw spends her days shuffling papers and dreaming of travel, excitement, and romance. She has no idea that her seemingly dull office is a front for something secret and sinister... or that her true love is about to walk in the door.

Billionaire lion shifter Seth Rowland left his business mogul family years ago. Now he travels the world, visiting remote places where he can roam as a lion. But he’s starting to realize that he doesn’t want to be alone forever. When his CEO brother asks him to investigate a dangerous enemy, Seth is more than willing to come back to civilization.

When the gorgeous man shows up at Cassie’s office pretending to be from the IRS, she's eager to help him. But Seth is shocked to realize that Cassie is his fated mate... and she seems to be working for the enemy! Can Seth and Cassie join forces to unravel a web of deadly secrets? And when Seth is imprisoned in a lab that experiments on shifters, can he and Cassie save each other?

Lion’s Hunt is a sizzling hot, standalone BBW lion shifter romance. No cliffhangers!


About the Author:  Zoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!

Every 100th person to join Zoe's mailing list gets a free book! Could it be you?
To get on her mailing list, please follow this link: 
http://eepurl.com/bhOy_T

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

The cover is another awesome one!  I bought this one on Feb 1st

This is the 2nd book in the Rowland Lions series.  It is for adults only due to the steamy content.  It is not mandatory to read the books in order, but I think you will enjoy this book a lot more if you know the whole back story from book 1 because you will know the characters much better.

As with every book I’ve read of Zoe’s thus far, this is a HEA for Max and Shoshanna.  I love Shoshanna’s strength for all she has had to endure.  She has an awesome heart and courage.  Max is something else with his keep everyone at arm’s length.  I’m glad Shoshanna sets him straight.  This was another book I was happy to read and enjoyed the whole way!

I highly recommend any of Zoe’s book to shifter lovers because you will always find something to enjoy and the perfect mix of action and romance to keep you going!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Lion’s Hunt (Book 1)
See my review of Lawman Lion (Book 1)
See my review of Guardian Lion (Book 2)
See my review of Rancher Lion (Book 3)
See my review of Panther’s Promise
See my review of Bodyguard Bear (Book 1)
See my review of Defender Dragon (Book 2)
See my review of Protector Panther (Book 3)
See my review of Warrior Wolf (Book 4)
See my review of Private Eye Bear’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Baby
See my review of Firefighter Dragon (Book 1)
See my review of Firefighter Pegasus (Book 2)
See my review of Firefighter Griffin (Book 3)
See my review of The Christmas Dragon's Mate






Sunday, February 5, 2017

Review @ChrstineWarren - Hard to Handle by Christine Warren (Gargoyles #5)




Hard to Handle
Gargoyles #5
by Christine Warren

Goodreads blurb:  A SEDUCTION STRONGER THAN STONE 

The only male among four sisters, Michael Drummond is no stranger to women’s strength and formidable will. His Dublin pub, the Skin & Bones, is his refuge, a reassuringly masculine retreat. Until a fierce woman warrior from another realm bursts into his life, bringing with her a battle between good and evil…and an explosive dose of desire.

The first and only of her kind, Ash is a lone female gargoyle, a creature destined to protect mankind from Demons determined to unleash their darkest forces. But her arrival on Earth is more confusing than she expected: her bone-deep instinct to do battle is matched only by her untamed attraction to stubborn, stalwart Drum. If they manage to keep the world safe, can they turn the passion crackling between them into a love that will withstand the test of time?


About the Author:  Born and raised in coastal New England, Christine Warren lived in the South and the Mid-Atlantic before hopping to the other side of the country to take up the life of a transplant in the Pacific Northwest. She completely bypassed those states in the middle due to her landlocking phobia. Hmm, need to research a scientific term for that...

When not scrambling frantically to complete her latest writing project, Christine spends most of her time as a crazy animal lady, hanging out with her dog Levi (he’s the one with the hair) and pretending to train him to have some manners. She also hangs out with her horse, Cal—a thoroughbred with a craving for strawberry licorice twists—her goddog, Merlin; and her best friend, fellow author Hannah Murray. In addition to playing with her pets, Christine’s hobbies include identifying dog breeds from photos of their underbellies, appreciating fine and not-so-fine wines, shopping for the perfect pair of Christian Louboutin shoes, and most of all reading things someone else had to agonize over.

She enjoys hearing from readers and can be reached via email sent to Christine@christinewarren.net or by postal mail to Christine Warren, PO Box 871900, Vancouver, WA 98687-1900.

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My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

The cover is deceiving because you think you are looking at the Guardian, but you are not!  Tricky Tricky!

This is the 5th book in the series, and it is for adults only due to the steamy content.  I highly recommend reading the series in order because the characters are much better when you understand them through their own book story :)

This book departs from tradition, and I loved it! I was very confused in the beginning, but I don’t usually read the blurbs because I like to be surprised.  And I was surprised! 

At first I thought Drum was a tool, but he was protective where his family was concerned which I admired.  I think he didn’t realize how much potential he had in the wake of his mom and sisters’ talents and thinking his was nothing of value and only a parlor trick.  I grow fond of him especially his protective streak.  Ash is a typical warrior and also more lost than most Guardians due to the circumstance surrounding her.  She is just as protective as Drum, and it makes for entertainment for sure!  Of course, I really loved when Kylie and Wynn joined with snarky conversations that are most amusing.  I couldn’t put this book down, and I’m sick as a dog right now!

I highly recommend this book and series to all readers to love rock hard men…and woman….get your minds out of the gutters…gargoyles rule!  You definitely want to read if you love Christine’s work too!  I can’t wait to see what Christine sculpts next!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Heart of Stone (Book 1)!!
See my review of Stone Cold Lover (Book 2)!!
See my review of Hard as a Rock (Book 3)!!

See my review of Rocked by Love (Book 4)!!

Review @ZoeChantebooks - Lion's Hunt by Zoe Chant (Rowland Lions #1)




Lion’s Hunt
Rowland Lions #1
by Zoe Chant

Goodreads blurb:  A curvy woman who longs for adventure + a daring lion shifter on a dangerous mission + evil experiments in a secret lab = one action-packed romance!

Cassie Shaw spends her days shuffling papers and dreaming of travel, excitement, and romance. She has no idea that her seemingly dull office is a front for something secret and sinister... or that her true love is about to walk in the door.

Billionaire lion shifter Seth Rowland left his business mogul family years ago. Now he travels the world, visiting remote places where he can roam as a lion. But he’s starting to realize that he doesn’t want to be alone forever. When his CEO brother asks him to investigate a dangerous enemy, Seth is more than willing to come back to civilization.

When the gorgeous man shows up at Cassie’s office pretending to be from the IRS, she's eager to help him. But Seth is shocked to realize that Cassie is his fated mate... and she seems to be working for the enemy! Can Seth and Cassie join forces to unravel a web of deadly secrets? And when Seth is imprisoned in a lab that experiments on shifters, can he and Cassie save each other?

Lion’s Hunt is a sizzling hot, standalone BBW lion shifter romance. No cliffhangers!


About the Author:  Zoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!

Every 100th person to join Zoe's mailing list gets a free book! Could it be you?
To get on her mailing list, please follow this link: 
http://eepurl.com/bhOy_T

Connect with Zoe:

My Thoughts - 5 out of 5 Unicorns - I loved it!!!

***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!!

The cover is what grabbed my attention to buy this one!  Zoe has some amazing covers!  But I am biased if they cover has both beautiful beasts on it!

This is the first book in this series, and I already love it!  Seth is intense but easy going.  He is a loner but has no trouble racing back to help family when needed.  Cassie is a workaholic who dreams of travel.  This is another one of Zoe’s fabulous HEAs that makes me happy to read them.  I love imagining everyone having an HEA for themselves.  Zoe always has the perfect mix of action, steam, and intrigue to keep you reading until the end, and then you will want more!

I highly recommend reading this book to all my shifter lovin’ friends especially if big cats are special to your heart!

Interested in reading???

See my review of Lawman Lion (Book 1)
See my review of Guardian Lion (Book 2)
See my review of Rancher Lion (Book 3)
See my review of Panther’s Promise
See my review of Bodyguard Bear (Book 1)
See my review of Defender Dragon (Book 2)
See my review of Protector Panther (Book 3)
See my review of Warrior Wolf (Book 4)
See my review of Private Eye Bear’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Mate
See my review of The Snow Leopard’s Baby
See my review of Firefighter Dragon (Book 1)
See my review of Firefighter Pegasus (Book 2)
See my review of Firefighter Griffin (Book 3)
See my review of The Christmas Dragon's Mate