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Friday, July 21, 2023

Captured Wolf (Sevyn Rose #2) by Karina Espinosa Review

Captured Wolf by Karina Espinosa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Book two, CAPTURED WOLF, starts off where book one, KILLER WOLF, left off. Sevyn Rose’s mother, Imogen Rose, went missing eight years ago. She discovers that her mother is still alive and possibly in Chicago. All the supernaturals are looking for something that is related to Sevyn’s mother’s disappearance. Everyone assumes Seven knows what/where it is, but she is totally in the dark.

In addition, Sevyn is still struggling with being bitten by vampire, Adrian Pierce and with the fated mate issue with Christian Ellis. She also discovers some information about her father. On top of all that, she is trying to rescue her friend/witch Frankie Lee, who went missing after investigating some information for Sevyn. There is never a dull moment.

Being from Chicago, I appreciate that the story takes place there. It mentioned my neighborhood, Forest Glen and favorite pizza, Lou Malnati’s.

CAPTURE THE WOLF is thrilling and entertaining. The novel is skillfully written. You should read book one, KILLER WOLF, before this story. I cannot wait for book three.

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Format: 190 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication: July 21, 2023 by K.E. Media Enterprises LLC

Language: English

Friday, May 5, 2023

Killer Wolf by Karina Espinosa

Title: Killer Wolf (Sevyn Rose Series #1)

Author: Karina Espinosa

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Cover Designer: Jes Ireland of Black Bird Book Covers

Publication Date: May 5^th, 2023

Hosted by: Lady Amber’s PR

Blurb:

I’m known as the Grim Reaper of Chicago.

But to those closest to me, my name is Sevyn Rose.

As an assassin for the mafia, I’ve amassed a lot of enemies over the years. I’ve been on my own for eight years with one goal in mind—find my missing mother. She left me with simple instructions: leave the pack and contact the mafia. So I did just that.

Everything is going fine until I’m handed the name of my next target. Christian Ellis is the son of the pack leader and my most hated frenemy. Going after him could change the course of my life completely. And worse, it would get me involved with the pack again.

To top things off, a vampire shows up at my door with information on my missing mother—but that information comes at a price. If I want the truth, I have to help him take down the city’s vampire clan leader. Not only putting my life on the line, but that of the local pack.

Trouble is brewing in the city of Chicago. And I’m right at the center of it.

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Karina Espinosa is the Urban Fantasy Author of the Mackenzie Grey novels and The Last Valkyrie series. An avid reader throughout her life, the world of Urban Fantasy easily became an obsession that turned into a passion for writing strong leading characters with authentic story arcs. When she isn't writing badass heroines, you can find this self-proclaimed nomad in her South Florida home binge watching the latest series on Netflix or traveling far and wide for the latest inspiration for her books. Follow her on social media!

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Killer Wolf by Karina Espinosa Review

Killer Wolf by Karina Espinosa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Karina Espinosa starts out strong with the first book in the Sevyn Rose series, KILLER WOLF. Sevyn Rose (aka the Grim Reaper of Chicago) became an assassin for the mafia after her mother went missing. Then she left her pack. She has been successful in avoiding her pack, until she receives her next target: Christian Ellis former pack mate (emphasize mate) and son of the alpha/Chicago mayor. Now throw in vampires and a potential pack takeover.

There is never a dull moment in this story. It is full of action and twists. The characters are dynamic and likable. The story is skillfully written and entertaining. Fans of Karina Espinosa will not be disappointed. If you haven’t read Karina Espinosa before and enjoy urban fantasies, I highly recommend this story. KILLER WOLF ends with a cliff hanger. I am anxiously awaiting book two. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

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Format: 210 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication; May 5, 2023 by Amazon Digital Services

Language: English

Friday, February 26, 2021

Queen of the Lycan by Karina Espinosa

Title: Queen of the Lycan
Author: Karina Espinosa
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Cover Designer: Covers by Christian
Publication Date: Feb. 26^th, 2021
Hosted by: Lady Amber’s PR

Blurb:
Long live the Queen … so they say.

With my arrival to Scotland and my coronation right around the corner, I’d never been more nervous than I am now. Known for having enemies, I didn’t realize becoming Queen would garner even more. I’m not the only one after the throne and the battle for the crown might cost me my life.

The Summits on one side and the Council on the other, it’s a fight to stay on top and protect the lunas from a man’s world. But I’ve never been one to back down, especially when it comes to the lunas. The Summits and Council are in for a rude awakening when I shake things up and turn their worlds upside down.

On top of all that, there’s an evil lurking in the forest and it’s after one thing—me. With my mating ceremony coming up, I don’t know how I’m going to survive it all.

The goal is the crown, but can I keep it?

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Queen of the Lycan (Mackenzie Grey: The Crown #1) by Karina Espinosa Review

Queen of the Lycan by Karina Espinosa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Karina Espinosa is off to an amazing start with book one in the Mackenzie Grey: The Crown series, QUEEN OF THE LYCAN. The story takes place after her Mackenzie Grey: Origins and Trials series. I recommend reading them before this novel to avoid confusion. Plus, they are fantastic books, so you do not want to miss out. Karina Espinosa did an excellent job incorporating details from the previous books into this novel. I like that the characters from The Last Valkyrie series were also integrated into this story.

QUEEN OF THE LYCAN is skillfully written. I love how Macenzie’s character has grown throughout the years; however, she is still down to earth despite becoming a Queen. The story has an interesting plot with unexpected twists. Mackenzie still has her work cut out for her with making sure the Lunas are treated equally. The politics in the story were attention-grabbing. I love that her and Bash become officially mated in this story.

Queen of the Lycan is an excellent foundation for the Mackenzie Grey: The Crown series. I recommend these books to people who like Lycan Urban Fantasies. Followers of the Mackenzie Grey series will want to continue with this new series. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

Kindle Edition

Expected publication: February 26th 2021

Edition Language: English

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Friday, September 18, 2020

Phoenix Burn by Karina Espinosa

Title: Phoenix Burn

Author: Karina Espinosa

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Cover Designer: Covers by Juan

Publication Date: September 18^th, 2020

Hosted by: Lady Amber’s PR

Blurb: Six months ago I died. And I’ve been looking for my killer ever since.

I didn’t expect to survive death, but here I am and I’ve got questions—lots of them. Questions that lead me to a world I never knew existed in the shadows of the mundane. When I come face to face with a vampire who seems to have the answers I’m looking for, I find myself trapped in a game where I’m the pawn.

Someone is hunting me. No one is safe until I’m caught, but I refuse to be the prey. When the hunter becomes the hunted, they’ll learn I’m not as naïve as they think. That is, until the mastermind is revealed and nothing is ever the same again.

Will I be able to reclaim my old life? Or is the game just getting started …

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Phoenix Burn (From the Ashes Trilogy, #1) by Karina Espinosa Review

Phoenix Burn by Karina Espinosa
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Karina Espinosa soars with PHOENIX BURN, the first book in the From the Ashes Trilogy. When I picked up PHOENIX BURN I thought I would read a couple of chapters, put it down, and then get some other stuff done. Ya, that did not happen. Once I picked up this novel, I could not put it down. I was completely captivated. So be warned, you might want to read it when you have some time on your hands and not sneaking in a couple of chapters.

In this story, Camila Cortez was murdered in cold blood. Imagine her shock when she does not die. Now she is searching for her murderer and discovers that the paranormal world is real.

I am a longtime fan of Karina Espinosa. She writes creative and exciting stories. She does an amazing job with her plot and character development. PHOENIX BURN had a cliff hanger ending. I cannot wait for book two, PHOENIX RISE, expected to release October 16, 2020. I recommend this book to people who enjoy paranormal urban fantasies. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

Kindle Edition, 216 pages

Expected publication: September 18th 2020

ASIN: B08GH7S5L4

Edition Language: English

Series: From the Ashes Trilogy #1

Other Editions: None found

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Saturday, September 5, 2020

Stacking the Shelves #300

Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks!

If you want to find out more about Stacking The Shelves, please visit the official launch page!