Friday, April 29, 2011

Lovin' Covers & On My Hit List [4/29/11]



August 30th 2011 by Harlequin      Twisted  (Intertwined #3) by Gena Showalter   
Twisted  (Intertwined #3) by Gena Showalter   
August 30th 2011 by Harlequin 
SIXTEEN-YEAR-OLD ADEN STONE HAS HAD A HELL OF A WEEK. HE’S BEEN:

Tortured by angry witches.
Hypnotized by a vengeful faery.
Spied on by the most powerful vampire in existence.
And, oh, yeah. Killed – twice.

His vampire girlfriend might have brought him back to life, but he’s never felt more out of control. There’s a darkness within him, something taking over . . . changing him. Worse, because he was meant to die, death now stalks him at every turn. Any day could be his last.

Once upon a time, the three souls trapped inside his head could have helped him. He could have protected himself. But as the darkness grows stronger, the souls grow weaker – just like his girlfriend. The more vampire Aden becomes, the more human Victoria becomes, until everything they know and love is threatened.

Life couldn’t get any worse. Could it?


September 20th 2011 by Harlequin Teen       If I Die  (Soul Screamers #5) by Rachel Vincent
If I Die  (Soul Screamers #5) by Rachel Vincent
September 20th 2011 by Harlequin Teen 
No one wants to be this teacher’s pet . . .

Everyone else is talking about Eastlake High’s gorgeous new math teacher, Mr. Beck, but Kaylee Cavanaugh has bigger things on her mind. Kaylee’s a banshee—her scream is a portent of death.

But the next scream might hit too close to home. Kaylee’s borrowed lifeline has almost run out.

Yeah—it’s a shock to her, too. So to distract herself from her own problems, Kaylee is determined to defend her school against the latest supernatural threat. That hot new teacher is really an incubus, who feeds from the desire of unsuspecting students. The only girls immune to his lure are Kaylee and Sabine, her boyfriend’s delinquent ex-girlfriend. Now the unlikely allies have to get rid of Mr. Beck…before he discovers they aren’t quite human either.

But Kaylee’s running out of time, and those who love her will do anything to save her life.

Anything.

Soul Screamers: The last thing you hear before you die.


October 25th 2011 by Pocket Books      Trance by Kelly Meding
Trance by Kelly Meding
October 25th 2011 by Pocket Books 
Kelly Meding’s war-ravaged Los Angeles is ground zero for the ultimate Meta human showdown in this sexy, action-packed new series.

Fifteen years ago, Teresa “Trance” West was a skilled telepath and a proud member of the Ranger Corps. But ever since the Rangers were inexplicably rendered powerless at the climax of the devastating Meta War, she’s bounced from one dead-end job to another. Now her powers have reappeared just as mysteriously as they vanished— only they’re completely transformed and more potent than ever. And they’re threatening to destroy her.

Trance heads to Los Angeles to track down the surviving Rangers and discover who restored her powers—and why—but a phantom enemy is determined to kill them before they can reassemble. As they dodge his deadly attacks and come to terms with their new role as heroes, Trance and the rest of the team set out to annihilate the sinister madman . . . only to discover their own powers are his greatest weapons.

2012 TBA   ABOVE by Leah Bobet
ABOVE by Leah Bobet
2012 TBA 

March 1st 2012       Timeless (The Parasol Protectorate #5) by Gail Carriger
Timeless (The Parasol Protectorate #5) by Gail Carriger
March 1st 2012
Alexia Tarabotti, Lady Maccon, has settled into domestic bliss. Of course, being Alexia, such bliss involves integrating werewolves into London High society, living in a vampire's second best closet, and coping with a precocious toddler who is prone to turning supernatural willy-nilly. Even Ivy Tunstell's acting troupe's latest play, disastrous to say the least, can not put a dampener on Alexia's enjoyment of her new London lifestyle.

Until, that is, she receives a summons from Alexandria that cannot be ignored. With husband, child, and Tunstells in tow, Alexia boards a steamer to cross the Mediterranean. But Egypt may hold more mysteries than even the indomitable Lady Maccon can handle. What does the vampire Queen of the Alexandria Hive really want from her? Why is the God-Breaker Plague suddenly expanding? And how has Ivy Tunstell suddenly become the most popular actress in all the British Empire?





On My Hit List *Bang*Bang* is similar to other features around but all my own. The idea of On My Hit List is to showcase what books you are eagerly waiting to read, want to read, hope to read or just want to share with everyone in the blogosphere.  There is no day of the week limitations so use it as you see fit.

If you have a similar post on your blog -no matter the featured name no matter the date- post a direct link via Mister Linky (below) so that way the rest of us can see what yummy reads you're looking to hit up.


These books are selected from the Lovin' Covers post today! 

2012 TBA   ABOVE by Leah Bobet
Why?  The cover makes me very curious.  

August 30th 2011 by Harlequin      Twisted  (Intertwined #3) by Gena Showalter
Why? Loved book one and have book 2.

March 1st 2012       Timeless (The Parasol Protectorate #5) by Gail Carriger
Why?  I have books 1-3 and really want to read the series!


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Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Review: Once Upon A Time In Space by Heather Massey

March 1st 2011 by Red Sage Publishing     Once Upon A Time In Space by Heather Massey"In the sea of stars, an epic love story is about to begin...

Earth is dying. Nick Venture, the last living descendant of Christopher Columbus, embarks on a dangerous mission to find a new planet and save humanity. This places him on a collision course with Raquel Donovan, the deadliest space pirate in the galaxy.

Raquel lives for one purpose: revenge against a horrible demon from her past. When an attempt to hijack Nick’s starship backfires, Raquel becomes his protector in order to avoid capture by the tyrannical Space Defense Corps. Nick and Raquel are irresistibly drawn to one another despite the forbidden nature of their attraction. But the conflicted pirate’s deepest secret could tear the couple apart even as humanity’s time runs out..."

Released: March 1st 2011 by Red Sage Publishing


Review:
My Rating: 5/5

Pure pleasure of a read written with intense delicacy!
  
Heather Massey is not looking for an easy way out.  Her writing tackles every angle in Once Upon A Time In Space and leaves me sated.  The sentences and paragraphs flow like fresh water down my throat on a hot day.  Romance matched the adventure head on.  Hope battling with Vengeance.  The need for something more rivals with the constant conflicts that stand in the way.  Every aspect of an entertaining  read is present and accounted for. 


Each character is written with distinct personalities.  Raquel was a fun mystery that Heather gradually unravels for us.  Nick's strength, unyielding heart and his willingness to lay his heart on the table is a fond treat to read.


If you had not guessed already I really enjoyed this title.  SciFi Romance is definitely taking up residency in my reading preferences.  Even for amateur scifi adventurers like me Once Upon A Time In Space is an easy read.  For the seasoned scifi readers Heather writes with brilliance so you'll have to grab this one as well.  Click Here to read the first three chapters.


If you are interested in the genre Heather Massey runs a fantastic blog.  She has the best postings and is a MUST follow.  The Galaxy Express





 LLLKINDLE 60x90Thank you to Heather Massey who provided this review ecopy.

For more information, visit:
Website / The Galaxy Express / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads

Buy this Book:
Amazon / Red Sage / Borders 
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Lovin' Covers & On My Hit List [4/27/11]


2011 Coming Soon From Liquid Silver    Hell's Revenge (Princess of Hell, #3)
Hell's Revenge (Princess of Hell, #3)
2011 Coming Soon From Liquid Silver
I am literally going to kill my mother.
To say I have mommy issues is putting it mildly. The woman who abandoned me has a lot of nerve to just saunter back into my life without warning and drop a bombshell of atomic proportions. I tried to kill her as way of resolving my inner Freudian issues, but my damned boyfriends stopped me. Spoilsports.

As if wanting to strangle my birth mother isn’t enough, once again, someone is messing with my life and a new player steps in to save me. Did I mention my dark knight is tall, dark and fanged? Just don’t tell my lovers because apparently they’re not willing to share me with the undead.

The final showdown with the mysterious figure—also known as the major pain in my ass—fast approaches. I don’t care how powerful they are. They screwed up big time when they took something precious of mine. It’s never a good idea to piss off this Princess of Hell because revenge is my middle name.

Includes a foursome, some serious ass kicking and a sexual orgy that boggles the mind. 

May 2011   Once Bitten, Forever Burned by Stacey Kennedy, Eve Langlais (mini anthology)
Once Bitten, Forever Burned by Stacey Kennedy, Eve Langlais (mini anthology)
May 2011
Once bitten, are they damned to forever burn without the touch of love?

Cruz's Salvation by Stacey Kennedy
Cruz understands torment. A mortal turned vampire in the war, he has suffered untold loneliness and despair. That is until he meets, Kiara—a werewolf he’s forbidden to love.

Though Kiara needs Cruz, and wants to be with him forever, werewolves and vampires are bitter enemies. To make matters worse, her Alpha, also her father, suspects that Kiara pines for a mate. Mistaking her sadness for the longing she feels for Cruz, he sets out to give her every happiness he can provide.

Together, Kiara and Cruz will have to fight against the rules placed upon them to hold onto their love. But an unwanted visitor creates a complication neither of them planned for. Milo, Kiara’s chosen mate has come to stake his claim. Now, not only are lives at risk, but hearts are threatened and dreams hang in the balance.

Devon's Redemption by Eve Langlais
Bethany lost her one and only love to a war overseas. As if that weren’t bad enough, a brutal attack and claiming by a Lycan makes her life a living hell. She lives only for revenge until the day love comes back into her life and promises to rescue her from her misery. However, the mate who forced her isn’t about to let her go.

Devon died on the battlefield only to be reborn as a creature of the night. He fights to stay away from his one true love, but when he caves to his desire and sees her again, he discovers redemption is possible even for one who walks in darkness.

Warning: Contains scenes of violence toward the heroine and mentions of rape that might be offensive to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. 


May 23rd 2011 by Carina Press    Three Wishes (Out of the Bottle, #3) by Jenny Schwartz
Three Wishes (Out of the Bottle, #3) by Jenny Schwartz
May 23rd 2011 by Carina Press
She is the Bringer of Death

Cali, a djinni, has sworn to twist the wishes of humans so they die by their own greed and evil. Her latest master is arms dealer David Saqr, a man Cali believes deserves the fate she has in store for him. But this time she finds herself up against Andrew, David's guardian angel.

He is a Protector of Life

Andrew believes David can yet find redemption. He fights Cali for the man's life, even as he tries to persuade her to give in to the sizzling attraction between them. He shows Cali another side of David, and invites her to trust again, to hope. But centuries of being enslaved have hardened Cali's heart-it's going to take all of Andrew's love to convince her to open it and let him in.

May 30th 2011 by Carina Press         South of Salem by Janni Nell
South of Salem by Janni Nell
May 30th 2011 by Carina Press 
My mother thinks my job is crazy. I’ m a paranormal investigator; she’ s Nancy Reagan crossed with Martha Stewart. She’ s always preferred my sister, Lily, who is following in her perfect footsteps.

But this time Mom needs my special skills. She believes my stepfather is possessed. I admit he’ s not his usual dapper, charming self, but sleepwalking doesn’ t sound that weird. Until the sleepwalking spreads through the family and cousin Donna walks right out of her apartment window to her death. Then my sister goes missing and I have to find her and solve the mystery before Lily and her unborn child are harmed.

Normally I would have assistance, but my right hand, a hunky angel I’ ve nicknamed Casper, has business of his own to take care of—business that might take him out of my life forever. The stakes are too high for me to lose, but I’ m not sure I can do it alone…
June 2011 by Samhain Publishing        Storming His Heart by Marie Harte
Storming His Heart by Marie Harte
June 2011 by Samhain Publishing
Storm Buchanan can make people bend to her will with a look and a word. Her psychic gift is hell on relationships, but perfect for her work as an investigator. When some run-ins with an agent from a rival firm rock her predictable world, Storm will have to readjust her thinking about friends and enemies. Rafe Savage doesn't react to her gift, and the stubborn, sexy man won't leave her mind. When someone targets both Storm and Rafe, the pair come together to solve a dangerous mystery. Using Rafe's second sight and Storm's manipulative abilities, they grow closer to the truth behind the attempts on their lives. In the process, they uncover betrayal, attraction and a white hot love that takes them closer to a future Rafe can only pray will come true--one where he and Storm share their own happily ever after.

June 1st 2011 by Harlequin Teen        Summer's Crossing  (Iron Fey #3.5) by Julie Kagawa
Summer's Crossing  (Iron Fey #3.5) by Julie Kagawa
June 1st 2011 by Harlequin Teen 
From GR:
Summer's Crossing is an Ebook novella told from Puck's point of view that accounts for the time elapsed between the end of Meghan's story, in Iron Queen, and Ash's tale, told in the upcoming forth installment of Kagawa's Iron Fey series, called Iron Knight.

(Note: This is an unofficial, but accurate, description)

June 21st 2011 by Harlequin Teen        Spellbound by Cara Lynn Shultz
Spellbound by Cara Lynn Shultz
June 21st 2011 by Harlequin Teen
What’s a girl to do when meeting The One means she’s cursed to die a horrible death?

Life hasn’t been easy on sixteen-year-old Emma Conner, so a new start in New York may be just the change she needs. But the posh Upper East Side prep school she has to attend? Not so much. Friendly faces are few and far between, except for one that she’s irresistibly drawn to—Brendan Salinger, the guy with the rock-star good looks and the richest kid in school, who might just be her very own white knight.

But even when Brendan inexplicably turns cold, Emma can’t stop staring. Ever since she laid eyes on him, strange things have been happening. Streetlamps go out wherever she walks, and Emma’s been having the oddest dreams. Visions of herself in past lives—visions that warn her to stay away from Brendan. Or else.

May 25th 2011 by Samhain Publishing       Kiss of Temptation (Kavanaugh Foundation, #3) by Crista McHugh
Kiss of Temptation (Kavanaugh Foundation, #3) by Crista McHugh
May 25th 2011 by Samhain Publishing 
She was sent to make him burn…

It takes a witch to outwit another witch, so when Daniela finds herself in the catacombs of Rome intent on retrieving the legendary Staff of Octavius, she’s prepared to wield her innate fire magic to claim the staff and keep it—and its overwhelming power—from getting into the wrong hands.

All her Foundation training, however, never prepared her for Luc.

One breath of her scent is enough to reawaken a thirst Luc hasn’t felt in six hundred years. It’s enough to make him almost forget his vow to keep the staff out of the wrong hands—and to never give in to his bloodlust. The moment he touches Daniela, the last shreds of his humanity revive with a violent fury and drive him to claim her…blood, body and soul.

He’s her enemy. He’s arrogant and infuriatingly secretive. And his kiss makes her want things she shouldn’t—like abandoning her mission to spend eternity in his arms. Crossing that line, though, could not only send them up in flames…it could condemn all mankind to hell on earth.

Product Warnings:
Contains a smolderingly hot (literally!) witch, a sexy, brooding vampire, wild sex you want to sink your teeth into, and a sensually charged romance that spans several lifetimes.

October 4th 2011 by Signet Book        Visions of Skyfire  (The Awakening #2) by Regan Hastings
Visions of Skyfire  (The Awakening #2) by Regan Hastings
October 4th 2011 by Signet Book

October 25th 2011 by Avon        Ecstasy Untamed (Feral Warriors, #6)  (Feral Warriors #6) by Pamela Palmer
Ecstasy Untamed (Feral Warriors, #6)  (Feral Warriors #6) by Pamela Palmer
October 25th 2011 by Avon

October 25th 2011 by HarperCollins Publishers        Beyond the Darkness  (Offspring #5) by Jaime Rush
Beyond the Darkness  (Offspring #5) by Jaime Rush
October 25th 2011 by HarperCollins Publishers

October 27th 2011 by HarperCollins Children's Books      Muse (Mercy, #3) by Rebecca LimOctober 27th 2011 by HarperCollins Children's Books Australia       Muse (Mercy, #3) by Rebecca Lim
Muse (Mercy, #3) by Rebecca Lim
October 27th 2011
An angel searching for answers, for her destiny…
In the third MERCY paranormal romance, Mercy wakes in a new unknown host, her love for Ryan and Luc burning stronger than ever. But who will she make the ultimate sacrifice for?

There's something very wrong with me. When I wake up, I could be anyone…

Mercy is thrust into the excessive world of fashion when she awakes in the body of a troubled Russian supermodel, Irina: bitchy, hot-tempered and known to be dabbling in things she shouldn’t, Irina is on the verge of a very public breakdown.

Against the glamorous background of opulent Milan, Mercy continues her increasingly desperate search for Ryan to lead her back to her immortal lover, Luc. But this time Mercy is aware that her memories and powers are growing ever stronger – and she begins to doubt Luc as The Eight reveal more of her mysterious past. Are Luc’s desires as selfless as her own or does he want her for a more terrifying purpose?

The grand scale celestial battle for Mercy’s soul builds to an incredible stormy crescendo as archangels and demons clash in a cataclysmic showdown that not all will survive…

Already Released but I just noticed them:

April 25th 2011 by Carina Press       The Alchemy of Desire by Crista McHughApril 25th 2011 by Carina Press       The Twisted Tale of Stormy Gale by Christine Bell (aka Chloe Cole)
The Alchemy of Desire by Crista McHugh
April 25th 2011 by Carina Press
The Twisted Tale of Stormy Gale by Christine Bell (aka Chloe Cole)
April 25th 2011 by Carina Press 


March 1st 2011 by Red Sage Publishing         The Scorpion Queen by Alexis KeMarch 27th 2011        Wayward (The Wayward Trilogy, #1) by Ashley Girardi
The Scorpion Queen by Alexis Ke
March 1st 2011 by Red Sage Publishing 
Wayward (The Wayward Trilogy, #1) by Ashley Girardi
March 27th 2011



On My Hit List *Bang*Bang* is similar to other features around but all my own. The idea of On My Hit List is to showcase what books you are eagerly waiting to read, want to read, hope to read or just want to share with everyone in the blogosphere.  There is no day of the week limitations so use it as you see fit.

If you have a similar post on your blog -no matter the featured name no matter the date- post a direct link via Mister Linky (below) so that way the rest of us can see what yummy reads you're looking to hit up.


These books are selected from the Lovin' Covers post today!

April 25th 2011 by Carina Press       The Alchemy of Desire by Crista McHugh
Why? Coyote shifter, magic, steam-powered technology....Hmm, it all sound fascinating.

April 25th 2011 by Carina Press       The Twisted Tale of Stormy Gale by Christine Bell (aka Chloe Cole)
Why? Time pirate, time travel.... Unsuspecting attraction.

May 2011   Once Bitten, Forever Burned by Stacey Kennedy, Eve Langlais (mini anthology)
Why? Vampires and werewolves.  Romeo and Juliet love situation and redeeming love.











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Winners: Hoppy Easter Eggstravaganza


My week is finally calming down so I am taking the time to prepare two posting.  One post about eBooks and eAuthors and the treasure to be found.  Also, I will be picking a topic of interest to give my two cents on =D  I don't do many opinionated posting so I'll see how it goes!


On to the winners.  Winners have been emailed and will be receiving Books by Eve Langlais and Book Jackets or both.  Click on the image above to be linked over to the original post.  Btw, The Geek Job appeared to be the most popular in the comments so I will be starting with that title first!

April 7th 2011       The Geek Job by Eve Langlais


 ~*Jessica Rabbit*~ 
Cherylnne --From some reason I am unable to email you through the email provided.  I will attempt contacting you some other way but if you see this email be sure to email me.
Felicia the Geeky Blogger
vickyvak
BJ




Congrats to the 5 winners and thank you to everyone for entering.  I wish I could have more winners!! I will be doing more give away hops.


Spring Blog Carnival




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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Teaser: The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles #1) by Kady Cross

May 24th 2011 by Harlequin Teen    The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles #1) by Kady Cross
I am currently devouring  The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles #1) by Kady Cross.  I am 38% along on my Kindle and really enjoying the writing and storyline.

Here is a teaser I really like:
"Finley Jayne posed such an intriguing problem in such a pretty package."

Teaser can be found @ 29% in.  For some reason this one does not have pages- sorry!





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Lovin' Covers & On My Hit List [4/26/11]


2011   Cat Tales  (Jane Yellowrock #4.5) by Faith Hunter
Cat Tales  (Jane Yellowrock #4.5) by Faith Hunter
2011

May 1st 2011 by Harlequin Teen         The Strange Case of Finley Jayne  (Steampunk Chronicles 0.5) by Kady Cross  
The Strange Case of Finley Jayne  (Steampunk Chronicles 0.5) by Kady Cross  
May 1st 2011 by Harlequin Teen 


June 7th 2011 by DAW          Hot and Steamy: Tales of Steampunk Romance by Jean Rabe, Martin H. Greenberg
Hot and Steamy: Tales of Steampunk Romance by Jean Rabe, Martin H. Greenberg
June 7th 2011 by DAW 
From the co-editor of Steampunk'd  comes an all-new collection of adventure and romance amid Victorian steampunk settings. Sparks fly in these original stories of a steam-driven airship searching for a lost city, a crazy inventor in a powered wheelchair with a plot to take over the world, and a love story set in an alternate history version of America. Adventure abounds in these stories of love, loss, and danger- and there is plenty of steam!



July 17th 2011 by Fifth Avenue Publishers       Blood Ties  (A Discovery of Vampires #3) by Isabella Kruger
Blood Ties  (A Discovery of Vampires #3) by Isabella Kruger
July 17th 2011 by Fifth Avenue Publishers 


October 25th 2011 by Ace      The Shadow Reader by Sandy Williams   
The Shadow Reader by Sandy Williams   
October 25th 2011 by Ace

Some humans can see the fae. McKenzie Lewis can track them, reading the shadows they leave behind. But some shadows lead to danger. Others lead to lies.

A Houston college student trying to finish her degree, McKenzie has been working for the fae king for years, tracking vicious rebels who would claim the Realm. Her job isn’t her only secret. For just as long, she’s been in love with Kyol, the king’s sword-master—and relationships between humans and fae are forbidden.

But any hope for a normal life is shattered when she’s captured by Aren, the fierce and uncompromising rebel leader. He teaches her the forbidden fae language and tells her dark truths about the Court, all to persuade her to turn against the king. Time is running out, and as the fight starts to claim human lives, McKenzie has no choice but to decide once and for all whom to trust and where she ultimately stands in the face of a cataclysmic civil war.

October 25th 2011 by Del Rey       Switchblade Goddess  (Jessie Shimmer #3) by Lucy Snyder
Switchblade Goddess  (Jessie Shimmer #3) by Lucy Snyder
October 25th 2011 by Del Rey


October 4th 2011 by HarperCollins       Darkfall  (Healing Wars #3) by Janice Hardy
Darkfall  (Healing Wars #3) by Janice Hardy 
October 4th 2011 by HarperCollins

December 20th 2011         Blood Wolf (Wereling #3) by Steve Feasey
Blood Wolf (Wereling #3) by Steve Feasey
December 20th 2011





On My Hit List *Bang*Bang* is similar to other features around but all my own. The idea of On My Hit List is to showcase what books you are eagerly waiting to read, want to read, hope to read or just want to share with everyone in the blogosphere.  There is no day of the week limitations so use it as you see fit.

If you have a similar post on your blog -no matter the featured name no matter the date- post a direct link via Mister Linky (below) so that way the rest of us can see what yummy reads you're looking to hit up.


These books are selected from the Lovin' Covers post today!


 October 25th 2011 by Ace      The Shadow Reader by Sandy Williams
 Why? Firstly, the cover rocks.  I am fond of covers that depict physically strong woman and the sword leads me to believe that McKenzie knows how to use it. 

 May 1st 2011 by Harlequin Teen         The Strange Case of Finley Jayne  (Steampunk Chronicles 0.5) by Kady Cross
May 24th 2011 by Harlequin Teen    The Girl in the Steel Corset 
(Steampunk Chronicles #1) by Kady CrossWhy? I am currently reading and loving Book one.  
I will post teaser on top of this post shortly.

 June 7th 2011 by DAW          Hot and Steamy: Tales of Steampunk Romance by Jean Rabe, Martin H. Greenberg
 Why? The genre is so very interesting.  Although I'm not to hype about the cover!


 2011   Cat Tales  (Jane Yellowrock #4.5) by Faith Hunter
 Why? The series has been on my TBR pile for a while now.

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