Murderous Interruptions: The Veils of Parallel Times by C.J. Carson

 

Author C.J. Carson is back with the second installment of her paranormal mystery series, The Veils of Parallel Times. Enjoy an excerpt from Murderous Interruptions and then download your own copy! Follow the tour for even more. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Cover Reveal: Vampires and Violins by CEE BEE

 

If you're a fan of vampire romance, preorder Violins and Vampires by CEE BEE today! This was previously published on Kindle Vella as Blood Slave. Grab it for a special preorder price and stay tuned for the rest of the series! But for today, check out an excerpt. Follow the tour for bonus chances to win the giveaway!

Pytiria: The Immortal by Nikki Haffner

5*s "I couldn't put this book down, it was soooooooo good. I could go on and on about it, but trust me if you buy this one, you won't regret it. It was great read." - Amazon Reviewer

 
By the year 2270, the Earth has become nearly uninhabitable. Humanity delayed their efforts to repair the damage caused by climate change far too long, and the intergalactic community has taken notice. The Necia, an aggressive and advanced alien race, decide the time is right to invade Earth, insisting they are merely asserting control over a troubled solar system that is rightfully within their proclaimed territory. Given the choice between total surrender or being massacred by a superior enemy, the humans decide to make a last-ditch effort to prevent the invasion by turning to the most dangerous person on the planet for help.

Pytiria is a powerful, 5,000-year-old immortal. She once took over much of South and Central America in a bid for world conquest, before she was betrayed and stripped of her powers, her freedom, and her memories. She has spent the last 300 years in a secret government facility, isolated, drugged, and experimented on. Now, she may be willing to forgo revenge and try to save Earth, if they return her memories—and pay exorbitantly for her services. Her tech-savvy side-kick, Gordy Franklin, and their military handler, Lieutenant General Cruz, travel with Pytiria to the first human outpost in the path of the Necian fleet to make their stand.

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About Nikki Haffner

Nikki Haffner (she/her) was raised by her grandmother in rural California and moved to Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada with her husband and child in 2017. She has been writing stories since the age of 8, and has always dreamed of publishing a novel. When she’s not writing or podcasting, Nikki enjoys hiking in nature, playing with her dogs, and tabletop gaming with her friends and family.

Nikki writes authentically, blending imagination with her lived experience. She identifies as a Black, cis-gender, polyamorous, pansexual woman. She is a proud member of the LGBTQIA2+ community and tries to write fiction that is inclusive for everyone.

Writing Pytiria is just the first step for Nikki. She looks forward to continuing the Pytiria series, as well as publishing a variety of books in numerous genres moving forward.

You can find Nikki on Twitter at @haffnernikki, or on Instagram as @nikkihaffner_author.

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Education Aggravation: A Retired Teacher's View from the Trenches by Leslie K. Brooks

 

The coolest magic beans in the universe . . .Education. . . has taken a back seat in the United States.

Oh, this is long before the pandemic. The pandemic just opened a can of worms long struggling to get out.

Sure, everyone talks about education, complains about it a lot but who’s really at fault here? And who really cares? Parents and students should be grateful. All children in the United States can get an education for free, a luxury not offered in many countries, if they will work for it. “Ay, there’s the rub!” Work ethic, changing priorities, time and technology.

Divided Fates (Immar and Stauros #2) by Stephanie M. Allen

 

Today's it's all things fantasy! Read an excerpt from Stephanie M. Allen's latest fantasy book Divided Fates and then her top 5 list about all things fantasy! Follow the tour for more! Best of luck entering the giveaway!

No Pistol Tastes the Same: A PTSD Novel by Jacob Paul Patchen

 

PTSD is a real and difficult thing that affects so many people. Jacob Paul Patchen explores it in his suspenseful military novel No Pistol Tastes the Same. Read an exclusive excerpt and then follow the tour for more after you download your copy. Best of luck in the giveaway!

As Close to Perfect by Maria Jane

 

Title: As Close to Perfect
Author: Maria Jane
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Editor: Jo Michaels, Indie Books Gone Wild
Cover Design: Daryl McCool, dam Cool Graphics
Publication Date: May 24^th, 2022
Hosted by: Lady Amber's Reviews & PR

Review of Romancing Mr. Bridgerton (Bridgertons #4) by Julia Quinn

 

COLIN AND PENELOPE’S STORY

Penelope Featherington has secretly adored her best friend’s brother for . . . well, it feels like forever. After half a lifetime of watching Colin Bridgerton from afar, she thinks she knows everything about him, until she stumbles across his deepest secret . . . and fears she doesn’t know him at all.

Colin Bridgerton is tired of being thought of as nothing but an empty-headed charmer, tired of the notorious gossip columnist Lady Whistledown, who can’t seem to publish an edition without mentioning him. But when Colin returns to London from a trip abroad, he discovers nothing in his life is quite the same—especially Penelope Featherington! The girl who was always simply there is suddenly the girl haunting his dreams. When he discovers that Penelope has secrets of her own, this elusive bachelor must decide . . . is she his biggest threat— or his promise of a happy ending?

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**My thoughts**

I was so delighted to get to this story because Penelope is one of my favorite characters. I find myself relating to her a lot more than any of the Bridgertons. Plus we have seen her and Colin dancing around each other for a few years now.

The other fun part of this book is the revelation of Lady Whistledown's true identity. Now, if you've watched the first series on Netflix, the revelations will not be a surprise. But it's fun to watch it play out in this book. I adore the scene with the official reveal. (And really wish they would have held off in the Netflix version.)

It's a good sign when a series continues to hold your interest even at the fourth book. And this one definitely makes up for the third, which is still my least favorite (six books in, at least). I also enjoyed the lead-in to the fifth book, another one I've been curious about for a while.

Review of The Snow Bride by Debbie Macomber

 

Get snowbound with this classic holiday romance by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber! A Christmas story for the keeper shelf!

Practical Jenna Campbell has done something impractical. She’s met a man on the Internet and now, a month before Christmas, she’s going to Alaska to marry him. Dalton Gray seems to be everything she wants in a husband—sensitive, gallant, romantic…

On the flight to Fairbanks, she has the misfortune to sit beside Reid Jamison, who obviously isn’t sensitive, gallant or romantic. However, he’s not impressed with her plan to marry Dalton, a man he detests (for good reason, as Jenna later finds out). So Reid takes it upon himself to change her destination—and her marriage plans.

Which is why Jenna ends up at Reid’s cabin in tiny Snowbound, Alaska. It’s currently a one-woman town (and the other woman’s out of town). That leaves Reid, a bunch of eccentric old men, a few grizzly bears—and Jenna. Kidnapped! And then there’s a blizzard. The two of them alone, stranded in Snowbound…

Maybe she’ll be a Christmas bride, after all!

Originally published in 2003

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Also found in the anthology On a Snowy Night

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**My thoughts**

This is one of the craziest winter romances I have ever read with some super quirky characters. It made me enjoy it immensely and it needs to be nominated to be made into a movie.

Jenna has always been very level-headed and the grown-up in her relationship with her mother. So it's totally out of character for her when she announces out of the blue that she is moving to Alaska for a new job.

But she flies out there and essentially gets herself kidnapped by Reid, who started out doing her a favor but is also trying to protect her from the louse she has come to see.

I admit I get conflicted with that because it is sweet and a little creepy rolled in some comedy. And you know he is a good guy.

The few other people in the small town are an absolute riot. I'm not sure I'd want to live there, but definitely want to visit. 

Naturally, when Jenna and Reid get snowed in together, sparks fly. And then you have your usual outline of battling and making up that makes these stories fun. Add in Debbie Macomber's vivid descriptions and you'll find yourself whisked away to Alaska on a romantic, comedic adventure.

Click on a book title below to read my review of these other Debbie Macomber novels.

Call Me Mrs. Miracle

The Christmas Basket

The Forgetful Bride

Friends -- And Then Some

On a Snowy Night (An Anthology)

The Perfect Christmas

The Snow Bride

When Christmas Comes

Goddess (The ABC's of Love) by S.R. Watson and Ryan Stacks Release Day Blitz

 Check out another installment of this super popular new adult romance series! There's also an excerpt to whet your appetite.

Title: Goddess
Author: S.R. Watson & Ryan Stacks
Genre: New Adult Romance
Cover Designer: Indie Sage
Editor: Jenny Sims of Editing4Indies
Publication Date: May 19^th, 2022
Hosted by: Lady Amber's PR

From USA Today bestselling authors, S.R. Watson and Ryan Stacks, comes a forced proximity romance filled with suspense.

Our paths crossed along a deserted, small-town road. I was on the run and the handsome stranger was there to ensure I got to the next town safely - his town. Huxley made it easy to let down my guard… made it easy to forget the trauma I left behind. Courageously, I let myself live in the moment, knowing it was all temporary, just for a taste of happiness.

I never expected things to spiral the way they did…

I never expected to be taken…

I never expected Huxley to be the one to betray me.

Our chance meeting wasn’t a coincidence. I’m the job. Nothing is as it seems and feelings aren’t easily contained. Who foolishly falls for their captor? More importantly, is my captor starting to fall for me?

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USA Today Bestselling Author, S. R. Watson, is a Texas native who currently resides in Washington with her children. She grew up reading the Sweet Valley series (Twins, High, & University) among others. Her passion for writing began in high school and continued even after earning her nursing degree and becoming an operating room registered nurse. Discovering the Twilight series and 50 Shades Trilogy, inspired her to finally share her own stories.

 

S. R. Watson published her first book in 2014. 

 

When S. R. Watson is not writing, or working as an OR nurse manager, she loves to read and binge watch her favorite shows.

 

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S.R. Watson’s Facebook | S.R. Watson’s IG | S.R. Watson’s Twitter

S. R. Watson’s Amazon | S.R. Watson’s BookBub | S.R. Watson’s Tik Tok

USA Today Bestselling Author, Ryan Stacks, is a Walla Walla, WA native who currently reside in Utah with his wife Anna. Most would consider him a jack of all trades. His first love is wrestling and he’s wrestled his entire life. In addition to his talents on the mat, Ryan has many achievements. He’s a published international cover model and he released his first book, Peppermint Mocha Love with SR Watson in December 2017. For this novella, he debuted as both an author and cover photographer. Ryan Stacks has partnered with S.R. Watson to create many more stories that’ll take you for a ride.

 

When Ryan Stacks is not writing, he spends his time making fun TikToks, traveling, being active with the youth in his community by coaching wrestling, and helping in Young Life as a leader. In addition to his commitment to the community, Ryan has taken his fitness career to new highs as a men’s physique competitor - placing top 3 at the national level.

 

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Ryan Stacks’ Facebook | Ryan Stacks’ IG | Ryan Stacks’ Twitter

Ryan Stacks’ Amazon | Ryan Stacks’ BookBub | Ryan Stacks’ Tik Tok

“You’re not a serial killer or ax murderer, are you?” She speaks up. I want to laugh out loud, but I’m sure that won’t bode well with trying to get her into my truck. But c’mon, who would admit that if they were? Surely, she isn’t serious. She crosses her arms over her chest, and it takes everything in me not to let my eyes follow. She’s actually waiting for an answer to that ridiculous question.

 

            “I can promise you I’m not. My name is Huxley Lair, and I’m staying with my mother for a bit in Marietta.” I don’t have to ask if she’s from Marietta. A beauty like her would be well known around such a small town. I haven’t had time to scroll through my list of prospects for sex because I’ve only been back in town for a few weeks, but if she was any other woman, I’d definitely have a go at her. Too bad she is off limits… saved by the job.

 

            “Well, thank you for your generosity, mister. My name is Goddess. I guess a ride would be nice.” The way she says ride has my mind taking a trip straight to the gutter. I need to snap out of this lust. I’m quite aware of what her name is, but I continue to play my part— the stranger who happened to find her along the road.