Month In Review: October

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. Endlessly by Kiersten White 4
2. Bad Blood by Lucienne Diver 4
3. Anastasia Forever by Joy Preble 4
4. Starstruck by Brenda Hiatt 3
5. Wyoming Bold by Diana Palmer 3
6. Divergent by Veronica Roth 5
7. Insurgent by Veronica Roth 5

Guests and Blog Tours

Jillian Watts

Stephanie Witter

Lauren Grimley

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 1

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 2

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 3

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 4

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 5

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 6

The Crossroads Blog Tour Day 7

Month In Review: September

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. Stained (ARC) by Cheryl Rainfield 5
2. Starling by Lesley Livingston 5
3. Scars by Cheryl Rainfield 5
4. Shift by Jeri Smith-Ready 5
5. Shine by Jeri Smith-Ready 5
6. Supernaturally by Kiersten White 4
7. Captive by A.D. Robertson 3
8. Shadow Train by J. Gabriel Gates and Charlene Keel {DNF}

Guests and Blog Tours

Steve McHugh

Leah D.W.

Spotlight with Leah D.W.

Book Blitz: Stephanie Witter

Month In Review: August

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward* 5
 

2. The Trouble with Fate by Leigh Evans 4
 

3. The Thing About Weres by Leigh Evans 5
 

4. Lover Revealed by J.R. Ward* 5
 

5. Lover Unbound by J.R. Ward 5

Guests and Blog Tours

Lori Nelson Spielman

Month In Review: July

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. The Onyx Bridge by Sofia Malamas 3

2. On Dublin Street by Samantha Young 5

3. Eye of the Tiger by Diana Palmer 4

4. Anatomy of a Boyfriend by Daria Snadowsky 4

5. Anatomy of a Single Girl by Daria Snadowsky 2

6. Protector by Diana Palmer 3

7. Dark Lover by J.R. Ward 5

8. Lover Eternal by J.R. Ward 4

Guests and Blog Tours

Sofia Malamas

Dan O'Brien

Month In Review: June

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. Falling For You by Lisa Schroeder 5

2. Lock and Key by Sarah Dessen 4

3. Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout 4

4. Onyx by Jennifer L. Armentrout 5

5. Opal by Jennifer L. Armentrout 5

6. Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion 5

7. Beautiful Darkness by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl 3

8. Above by Leah Bobet 4

Guests and Blog Tours

Hellhound Awakened Blog Tour

Month In Review: May

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. Dead To You by Lisa McMann 5

2. Of Poseidon by Anna Banks 3

3. And Then I Found You by Patti Callahan Henry 5

4. The Unseen (Volume 1) by Richie Tankersley Cusick 4

5. Blood Trail by Tanya Huff 4

6. Blood Lines by Tanya Huff 4

7. Blood Pact by Tanya Huff 3

8. The Unseen (Volume 2) by Richie Tankersley Cusick 3

Guests and Blog Tours

Broken Promises Blog Tour

Terry Spear

Month In Review: April

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. Fracture by Megan Miranda 4

2. A Howl for a Highlander by Terry Spear 4

3. Diabolical by Cynthia Leitich Smith 3

4. Forged by Fate by Amalia Dillin DNF

5. Finale by Becca Fitzpatrick 4

6. Forbidden by Tabitha Suzuma 5

7. Red Mortal by Deidre Knight 5

8. Nameless by Lili St. Crow 4

9. Edge of Oblivion by J.T. Gessinger 4

Guests and Blog Tours

Jordana Lizama 

Tania Penn 

Laila Blake

Month In Review: March

Books I read this month and their rating:
(For full reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

Umm...Apparently I forgot to do my February Month in Review, so I included those books as well.

FEBRUARY:

1. Infinity by Sherrilyn Kenyon 4

2. Blood and Magick (ARC) by James R. Tuck 5

3. Soul Avenged by Keri Lake 4

4. Deviants by Maureen McGowan 5

5. Destined by Aprilynne Pike 5

6. Last Kiss Goodnight by Gena Showalter 4

7. Crimson Sunrise by J.A. Saare 3

8. The Savage Grace by Bree Despain 5

Guests and Blog Tours

Freedom to Read Week:
Judith Graves
 Tegan
Leah Bobet
Cheryl Rainfield
Lesley Livingston

MARCH:

1. Dragon Wytch by Yasmine Galenorn 4

2. The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter 4

3. Goddess Interrupted by Aimee Carter 4

4. The Goddess Inheritance by Aimee Carter 4

5. Dreaming of the Wolf by Terry Spear 4

6. City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare 4

7. A SEAL in Wolf’s Clothing by Terry Spear 4

Guests and Blog Tours

Soul Avenged Blog Tour
Aaron Blog Tour
Amalia Dillin
Amanda C. Davis and Megan Englehardt

Month In Review: January

Books I read and my rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. The Near Witch by Victoria Schwab 5
A great way to start off the New Year! The characters were amazing as well as the storytelling. A fairy tale of the Grimm variety and with a touch of romance that made my heart melt.

2. Grace Doll by Jennifer Laurens 3
This book disappointed me because I didn’t form an emotional attachment to the story like I have with Jennifer’s previous works. The premise was interesting, but I just couldn’t connect with it.

3. September Morning by Diana Palmer 2
This was terrible. The male protagonist was rough and demanding as he gave the innocent heroine her first real kiss and he basically said: “It’s your fault, you asked for it.”

4. The Vampire Stalker by Allison Van Diepen 3
While I loved the idea of fictional characters coming to life, I felt the characters barely connected and that the romance was stifled. Considering the hero changed his entire life for the girl, they barely spent any time together.

5. Don’t Cry For Me by Sharon Sala 4
I love how this author can pull almost every emotion into her stories and make you feel them too. She also taught me a lot about PTSD and the power of compassion and understanding.

6. Personal Demons by Lisa Desrochers 5
I loved this story. I hated this story. It definitely deserved my rating, but the main character seemed to play tug-of-war with the emotions of two different guys, and that is what bothered me. This author took love triangles to new heights.

7. Just Listen by Sarah Dessen 5
This book was an emotional roller coaster, and I loved every minute of it.

8. Bloody Valentine by Melissa de la Cruz 4
Three short stories that gave me a greater inside perspective of Oliver, Allegra and Jack.

9. Maggie’s Dad by Diana Palmer 3
I really need to quit this author. But I find it next to impossible.

10. Trial by Fire by Jennifer Lynn Barnes 4
There was a lot going on in this book and while I was blown away by the first of the trilogy, this one was slower and a little frustrating at times.

11. Taken by Storm by Jennifer Lynn Barnes 5
While I DID NOT like what the author did to Bryn’s pack, it was an amazing and thrilling conclusion to this trilogy. But I do hope that there will be more in the future.

12. Rivals and Retribution by Shannon Delany 2
A very disappointing end to this series, I think five books were just too much because after the first three my love and interest began to diminish and I still have unanswered questions.

13. Hunted by Cheryl Rainfield 5
This was a unique tale about discrimination and bullying with a paranormal twist that kept me reading long into the night.

Guests and Blog Tours

Missy Jane

Cover Reveal: Cheryl Rainfield

Cover Reveal: Christina Daley

Month In Review: December

I thought I would save my December Month In Review until my 12 Days of Christmas event was over; plus the beginning of a new year is kind of a busy time for all of us. I’m also premiering my pretty new Month In Review logo, new year, new look! I’m also going to be getting a new header soon, and I’m super excited! Well...onto the books I read:

Books I read and their "Reading Chairs of Love" rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2013")

1. The Demon in Me by Michelle Rowen 5
A fun and unique story of demon possession, fast-paced with a great cast of characters.

2. The Rancher by Diana Palmer 3
Why can't I quit this author?

3. Something Wicked by Michelle Rowen 5
The second in the Living in Eden series, and this book kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time.

4. Falling From Eternity by Megan Duncan 3
A love story that follows along the typical vampire story lines, and unfortunately it fell a little flat for me.

5. That Old Black Magic by Michelle Rowen 5
An incredible conclusion to the Living in Eden series, I loved all of the characters and would be interested to see more of some of the secondary characters.

6. Tattoo by Jennifer Lynn Barnes 3
Unfortunately this book was a little too slow paced for me, and I found the characters to be immature and hard to connect to. I did like the different cultural references and their strong ties to the fey.

7. Hourglass by Claudia Gray 5
By far my favorite of the series. I really connected with Bianca and Lucas in this book and I was truly affected by the emotions throughout.

8. Never to Sleep by Rachel Vincent 5
A short story that completely changed my opinion of a secondary character that I originally could not stand, and a great addition to the Soul Screamers series.

9. Afterlife by Claudia Gray 4
A great close to Lucas and Bianca's story, and now I'm really looking forward to reading Balthazar's book!

10. Fables: Werewolves of the Heartland by Bill Willingham 3
A graphic novel with amazing artwork and an interesting story, but not something that is really my style.

Guests and Blog Tours

12 Days of Christmas
Talley from the Timber Wolves Series

Month In Review: November

I can’t believe I only managed to read two books!

Books I read and their "Dragon Hearts of Love" rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2012")

1. Dark Slayer by Christine Feehan 4
I really enjoyed these characters and was happy to see the end to a terrible villain. Christine has a wonderful gift for storytelling and I’ll never tire of her writing.

2. The Iron Knight by Julie Kagawa 3
I had a hard time enjoying this book, I really wanted to, but I just couldn’t connect to the characters at all. Despite all the epic adventure this story contained, it was just too slow paced for me.

Guests and Blog Tours

Not much went on last month at all! But stay tuned next month for the 12 Days of Christmas!

Month In Review: October

Is it really NOVEMBER already???

Books I read and their "Dragon Hearts of Love" rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2012")

1. Darker Still by Leanna Renee Hieber 4
This book was creepy in a gothic/haunted sort of way, I loved the romance between the hero and heroine and enjoyed the reversal of roles: where Natalie was the one to save Lord Denbury.

2. Red Moon Rising by Peter Moore 4
The world was gritty and the characters were honest and interesting. The ending left me wanting more, so I can only hope that Danny's story will continue in the future.

3. Body and Soul by Stacey Kade 5
The conclusion to the Ghost and the Goth trilogy, I fell in love with the characters in the first book and was sad to see them come to an end, but it was a GREAT end.

4. The Faerie Ring by Kiki Hamilton 5
With vivid storytelling and interesting characters, this book pulled me in from the very first page and I'm excited to read more in this series.

5. Destiny Theory by Sarah King 3
A completely different writing style than what I am used to, but once I became accustomed to it, I really enjoyed the storyline.

6. Haunted by Joy Preble 3
An amazing story of Russian folklore mixed into the modern-day world. This book was filled with magic and danger. I can't wait to see what happens to these characters next.

7. Wyoming Fierce by Diana Palmer 3
I was a little upset to recognize this exact storyline from one of Diana's previous novels. Little things were changed, but it was little more than déjà vu for me.


8. Forgiven by Janet Fox 3
I didn't enjoy this one as much as I did the companion book: Faithful, but the vivid storytelling kept me interested.

9. The Wood Queen by Karen Mahoney 4
This is such a complex world that it grabbed my attention and held on tight throughout it's pages.  The final book to this trilogy cannot get here fast enough.

10. Queene of Light by Jennifer Armintrout 3
While the world was interesting and well built, I would have liked to see more done with the characters, they sometimes felt stilted to me which made this book good, but not great in my eyes.


11. Haunted by Dana Michelle Burnett 3
A short, but chilling story.  As much as I dislike the characters I like them even more!  I'm looking forward to seeing just how this tragic love story will end.

Guests and Blog Tours

Paul Batista

The Crossroads Blog Tour:

Christine Fonseca & Lucienne Diver

Janet Fox

Carrie Harris and Ty Drago

Amanda Ashby

Leanna Renee Hieber & Joy Preble

Kiki Hamilton and Dawn Dalton

Stacey Kade

Judith Graves and Jackie Morse Kessler

Month In Review: September

Sorry I'm a bit late this month folks! My new job is keeping me busy and I finally had a little time to sit down while my turkey is cooking (today is our Canadian Thanksgiving), and put my thoughts down about the books I read last month.

Books I read and their "Dragon Hearts of Love" rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2012")

1. The Flower Bowl Spell by Olivia Boler 3
I thought that the mixture of cultures and magick mythologies was really unique and I thoroughly enjoyed the characters.

2. Almost Final Curtain by Tate Hallaway 3
I really like the use of vampires and witches in this series, and I’m looking forward to reading more.

3. Betrayed by Love by Diana Palmer/The Rough and Ready Rancher by Kathie DeNosky 4
I read the Diana Palmer story years ago, but Kathie’s work was new to me, and I absolutely fell in love with her characters, I’ll definitely be looking for more of her work in the future.

4. Balkan Magic by Emigh Cannaday {DNF}
I tried to enjoy this book, I really did. The premise sounded so interesting, but I just couldn’t form a connection to the story at all.

5. Bad Taste in Boys by Carrie Harris 4
I loved the main character because she was completely honest, and she had that loveable goofiness that you just can’t help feeling a connection to.

6. Fate Succumbs by Tammy Blackwell 5
What an incredible ending, to an incredible trilogy! The romance was unexpected and endearing, and the danger was intense.

7. Faithful by Janet Fox 3
This was a romantic story about a girl discovering herself, and the vivid imagery the author uses to describe the backdrop of the book was beautiful.

Guests and Blog Tours

Tammy Blackwell 

Amber Polo

Sarah Beth Durst 

james crawford

Willow Pond Blog Tour

Power Blog Tour 

Month In Review: August

Books I read and their "Dragon Hearts of Love" rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2012")

1. Dark Territory by J. Gabriel Gates and Charlene Keel 4
This was an interesting beginning to this series, but it moved more slowly than I would have liked.

2. Ghost Crown by J. Gabriel Gates and Charlene Keel 4
The second book in The Tracks series, the story kept my attention, but the pace was still too slow for me.

3. Thirteen by Kelley Armstrong 5
The final Women of the Otherworld story, and it was not something I could have expected. For me, it was a perfect ending for an intense and unique series.

4. The Demon’s Lexicon by Sarah Rees Brennan 3
The books angry narrator made this a little difficult to enjoy, but the overall story captivated me entirely.

5. Courageous by Diana Palmer 3
A typical Palmer story, but I just can’t seem to get enough.

6. The Demon’s Covenant by Sarah Rees Brennan 4
I found the narrator of this second book in the trilogy much more relatable and I enjoyed learning about Brennan’s world through her eyes.

7. The Demon’s Surrender by Sarah Rees Brennan 4
This was an intense trilogy with a unique tale of demons and magicians. I really enjoyed Sarah’s story-telling and all of the characters.

Guests

Kevin Anthony

Month In Review: July

Books I read and their "Dragon Hearts of Love" rating:
(For reviews, please go to "Books Read in 2012")

1. Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent 5
Another incredible addition to the Soul Screamers series, what else can I say about these books except that I love everything about them.

2. Cryer's Cross by Lisa McMann 5
This book completely blew me away. I loved the creepiness and the constant chills I got from reading this one, after having met Lisa and learning just how closely the main character resebles her own daughter, I felt an instant connection to the characters.

3. Indigo Blue by Catherine Anderson 5
Third in the Comanche series and another great romantic addition. The characters really drew me into the story and I was sad to see it end.

4. Queen of the Dead by Stacey Kade 4
I actually enjoyed this one more than the first book, I felt closer to the characters and became really involved with the story.

5. Comanche Magic by Catherine Anderson 4
The final book in the Comanche series, I really liked the atypical "damsel in distress" Catherine created and all-in-all loved this series from start to finish.

6. Ascend by Amanda Hocking 4
The last of the Trylle trilogy, and it closed it off nicely. There was a short bonus story at the end that truly gave the story closure.

7. Wither by Lauren DeStefano 5
An incredible beginning to the Chemical Garden series. I loved the main character and the relationships she builds with those that surround her, even if sometimes it was only for a short period of time.

Guests

James R. Tuck

J.T. Gessinger

Brianna