Havoc (Mayhem, #4) by Jamie Shaw Review

Havoc by Jamie Shaw
My rating: 4.5 of 5 stars

Jamie Shaw rocked Havoc. Veterinarian student, Hailey Harper, ends up falling for her egocentric cousin, Danica’s ex-boyfriend, Mike Madden. Now that Mike’s bad is making it big, Danica once again has her sight set on him. This contemporary Rockstar romance is suitable for new adult audiences.

Jamie Shaw does a great job with her character development. They are complex and well-developed. I like Mike. My son is also a drummer, so I always have a little bias towards drummers. Mike has a big heart, is talented, and has a great personality. I love how he treats Hailey’s little brother, Luke.

Hailey is a sweet heroine. I’m an animal lover, so her being a vet student is a big plus. She is a great girl who is down to earth. She is caring and smart. I love how she befriends the band and their girlfriends.

Danica is a piece of work. Her actions cause some fascinating controversies in the story. She is a selfish individual who is used to getting what she wants. Some of the things that come out of her mouth just made me shake my head. She is the opposite of Hailey. It’s hard to believe they’re related.

I enjoyed the plot. There were a lot of complexities involved in the various relationships that made the story interesting, especially, between Hailey’s family. I love the video game scenes. I adored the ending.

This was the first book I read by Jamie Shaw. I really enjoyed her writing style. I am interested in going back and reading the earlier books in the Mayhem series. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

Published February 21st 2017 by Avon Impulse
Original Title: Havoc
ASIN: B01J16RJGQ
Edition Language: English

Series: Mayhem #4


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The Immortal Who Loved Me (Argeneau #21) by Lynsay Sands Review

The Immortal Who Loved Me by Lynsay Sands
My rating: 4 ½ of 5 Stars

Human, Sherry Carne, is quickly thrown into the world of vampires when some rogues attack her store. If that is enough, she discovers that one of the good vampires, Basileios Argeneau, might be her life mate.

Sherry was really easy for me to relate to. She owns a housewares store, and I used to design housewares. Before that, she worked for a building contractor, and I used to design building products and market them. So I appreciated her taste and felt a kinship to her. She is easy going and takes things in stride, at least externally. I like how she handles all that is thrown at her. Her internal babbling, which most of the immortals could hear, were very amusing.

I enjoyed Basil. He is old and acts as if he is from a different time period, which he is being born in 1529 BC. I appreciate what he did to survive his sanity throughout the years. He is very formal. I love that he welcomes Sherry’s humor. Her being from a younger generation is beneficial for him.

The Immortal Who Loved Me has a great plot with tons of details. There are multiple relevant events going on throughout the story. Lynsay Sands does a considerable job at explain history and physical details of the vampires. The story has a great flow and is hard to put down. There are a lot of paranormal and vampire stories out there. The Immortal Who Loved Me has an original feel that stands out among the masses.

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ebook, 384 pages
Published February 24th 2015 by Avon
ISBN 006231601X (ISBN13: 9780062316011)
series: Argeneau #21

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Catching Cameron (Love and Football #3) by Julie Brannagh Review

Catching Cameron by Julie Brannagh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sports reporter Cameron Ondine and Seattle Shark star Zach Anderson share a history neither have been able to forget. They have been avoiding each other for ten years. As faith would have it, they need to play nice, being forced to work together for the next month.

Julie Brannagh did a wonderful job with the character development, creating believable characters. I really like Cameron Ondine. She was very down to earth. I liked that she followed her dreams and did not submit to her parents will. I pictured her as a football version of Kathryn Tappen host of NHL Network.

Then there is Zach Anderson, holy perfect! I mean seriously how you cannot love a good-looking football star who has worked himself from nothing and takes care of his four younger sisters and his grandmother. Honestly, how sweet can one guy be. Plus he’s tough and not a push over.

I enjoyed the plot. There was so much going on. Cameron and Zach needed to confront their past and misconceptions. Plus they need to deal with their job, family, and fans (stalkers included). The story is extremely believable and exciting.

I could not put down Catching Cameron; I read it in one day. It is another great book in the Love and Football Series. I’m typically a hockey girl, but I do love this series.

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ebook, 384 pages

Published May 6th 2014 by Avon Impulse

original title: Catching Cameron

ISBN 0062279734 (ISBN13: 9780062279736)

edition language: English

series: Love and Football #3

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Wulfe Untamed (Feral Warriors #8) by Pamela Palmer Review

Wulfe Untamed by Pamela Palmer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In the previous book, Natalie Cash was rescued by the Feral Warriors after an attack by Daemons. Natalie saw Wulfe as a person not even noticing his deformities. Feeling compassion for her, Wulfe uses his gift; he takes her scares from her as his own. Natalie’s memories were then wiped from her by the Feral Warriors, so she could return to her human existence.

Now, Wulfe guards her in his wolf form making sure she is protected from the enemy. It’s good thing he was watching; for unknown reasons, Natalie sparked more than his interest.

I have always had a soft spot in my heart for Wulfe. I admit; wolves are my favorite animal, but that’s not the only reason he’s one of my much-loved Feral Warriors. Out of all the Ferals, Wulfe, seems to have suffered the most. He hurts from the after-effect of a mate who didn’t love him and a scarred body that reminds him of his past. He has a good heart. He also has that quiet-mysterious thing going for him.

Natalie is a good person. She sees beauty beyond the physical. She is the perfect person to try to heal Wulfe’s emotional wounds.

Pamela Palmer is a talented writer. Every time I read one of her books, I am awed by the level of her work and reminded why she is one of my favorite authors.

Each book in the Feral Warriors series is refreshing. Palmer created a successful base throughout the series yet kept the story new and entertaining. I highly recommend Wulfe Untamed and the Feral Warriors Series. I would also recommend reading them in order.

ARC provided by Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.

Mass Market Paperback, 384 pages
Expected publication: January 28th 2014 by Avon
original title: Wulfe Untamed
ISBN 0062107550 (ISBN13: 9780062107558)
edition language:English
urlhttp://pamelapalmer.net/coming.php#wulfe
series: Feral Warriors #8

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Mage's Blood by David Hair

Mage's Blood by David Hair
My rating: 3 1/2 of 5 Stars

Gurvon Gyle, former commander of the Grey Foxes, a group of magi that aided in the Noros revolt, was hired by His Royal Majesty the Emperor Constant Sacrecour of the Rodian Empire and his mother Lucia, whom was recently named a Living Saint, but a saint she is not. The Moontide is a year away. Once it arrives, the Leviathan Bridge will rise from the sea. The Rondians will march across the bridge bringing war, Gurvon Gyle infiltrating the enemy prior to the Moontide.

Former Grey Fox, Elena Anborn, ex-lover of Guvon Gyle is Charge of King Olfuss' children, Timori and Cera. Guvon planned to use Elena in his plot to help over-through the Nesti. However, he did not plan on her to become attached to the family.

Alaron Mercer (nephew of Elena) is finishing his Mage Exams. He presents his thesis “The Hidden Causes of the Noros Revolt” which uncovers some startling evidence. Evidence that others wanted left undiscovered. With the help of friends Ramon and Cym, they search to uncover the truth.

Ramita Ankesharan was promised to marry her love, Kazim Makani. In spite of this, she caught the attention of a wealthy ancient Mage, who needs an heir. Ramita’s line is known for being fertile and bearing twins and triplets. Her father, Ispal, was made an offer he could not refuse and offers her hand in marriage to, Antonin Meiros, the most feared Mage in history; the mage that created the Leviathan Bridge: Except, Karim is not ready to give her up.

This wonderfully told novel counts down the year before the Moontide, telling the story of people who are connected even though they live in different areas of the world. David Hair created an intriguing story with lots of depth. The characters and story line are very well developed. I cannot wait to see what happens next in the series.

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Kindle Edition, 704 pages

Published September 3rd 2013 by Jo Fletcher Books (first published September 27th 2012)

ASIN: B00BRUPI72

edition language: English

series: Moontide Quartet #1

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The Wolves of Midwinter (The Wolf Gift Chronicles, #2) by Anne Rice

The Wolves of Midwinter by Anne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Wolves of Midwinter once again takes place in Northern California, in the mansion at Nideck Point. After his attack in the first novel, Reuben Golding is continuing to learn what it is to be Morphenkinder or Man Wolf with help from his housemates the distinguished gentleman.

Fellow Morphenkinder and previous owner of Nideck Point, Felix Nideck, is excitingly heading the plans for the Midwinter Yuletide rituals that coincide with Christmas.

Meanwhile, Reuban begins to see the ghost of Marchent Nideck, who was murdered by her brothers in the first book, The Wolf Gift. Felix and Reuben are anguished that Marchent has not moved on and enlist the help of the Forest Gentry.

There are other sub-stories that take place, but I don’t want to reveal any spoilers. I will say that the beginning of the novel is more reflective, and the end of the story is more action packed.

The whole time I read this book, I felt it would be better if it was closer to Christmas. It was still good, but it seemed odd reading a book that is discussing getting ready to celebrate the Yuletide in the middle of summer. Plus, just like Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this book contains ghost and contemplation of one’s past. This is the type of book that will make you reflect upon your own life. Anne Rice does not disappoint with her eloquent writing style. The Wolves of Midwinter is a well written, thought-provoking novel.

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ebook, 400 pages

Expected publication: October 15th 2013 by Knopf

original title: The Wolves of Midwinter

ISBN: 0385349971 (ISBN13: 9780385349970)

series: The Wolf Gift Chronicles #2

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