Thursday, May 29, 2014

Review: Angel of Darkness


Angel of Darkness
Angel of Darkness by Cynthia Eden

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



I was honestly surprised. A good surprise too. I expected just some sex between a Fallen and a vampire. Nothing much. Just some honest-to-God blood filled sex. Some violence for sure. A couple bad-guys. Wings. Again, nothing exactly new. Clichéd even. But it was more than that. There's actually some depth in these characters. And they're not exactly kosher either. They kill, they maim, they torture. I didn't get a fragile and sparkly vampiress unable to protect herself and scared of blood. I got an ass-kicking one. I didn't get a sweet and cute little angel either. I got a true Fallen too. What more could I want? Well...action. Lots of it. I did get a little upset with them always getting sidetracked with sex but I got over it and enjoyed it anyway. Wasn't perfect but surely entertaining. Good ending too.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Review: Bleed For Me


Bleed For Me
Bleed For Me by Cynthia Eden

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Incredibly unbelievable but sweet and cute too. Not sure if that was the intention tho. I think it was supposed to be more hot and sexy but for me it was only slightly so. The world-building is not bad,per se, because it's very creative for sure but it's also quite incomplete. Barely scratches the surface and it's a real shame. It had great potential too.
The characters while likeable seemed pretty full of themselves and shallow, even Terese which is weird because I'm pretty sure she was supposed to be this strong yet fragile heroine.

Anyway if you don't care about depth, this book is for you.



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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Review: Sweet Hell


Sweet Hell
Sweet Hell by Rosanna Leo

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



If you can ignore the clichés and the silliness, you'll probably be able to enjoy the levity of the story and characters. Able to appreciate this couple and their tumultuous but sweet relationship. The funny quips. The shared laughs. But, if like me, you can't really look past all that with a clear conscience...well. The silliness in this case is both good and bad. It can come across as shallow and desperate after some time. You want things to get serious but they don't. Not really. And they "fall in love" in less than a week. While they're in Hades! Surrounded by death and brimstone (not really but you get the point) and somehow manage to have sex there. Twice. Then, she's an idiot and sacrifices herself for Eurydice. He, of course, sacrifices himself for her. Suffering and angst ensues. Add some stupid rule Hades remembers to enforce (disguised as helping) and ta-ta-ta-tum. They're free, in love and going to live happily ever after. Syrupy sweet.



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Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Review: The Rebuilding Year


The Rebuilding Year
The Rebuilding Year by Kaje Harper

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Did I like every single line or word in this novel? Probably not but I did like the hopeful feeling throughout, the comprehensive world-building, the characters background...just how everything worked well together. Mostly, I simply liked John and Ryan together. I still feel like the author could've gone further in their relationship but what was shown was definitely good enough. They were really good together. Obviously more than physical. A feeling of wholeness difficult to find and recreate. Mark's presence only made it more real as well because he wasn't there just to look pretty in this gay couple's quaint and perfect life. He was there. He had problems. And he was an important part. Very well done. Good HEA.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Review: North of Need


North of Need
North of Need by Laura Kaye

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



I really liked it but it's so full of clichés and patronizing behaviour towards women (or maybe just humans in general) that I can't, in good conscience, rate this above three stars. A real shame too because I finished this with a great sense of happiness I haven't found in quite some time. I wasn't accosted by love triangles, ex-boyfriends/girlfriends or some sort of fictional conflict. It was mostly smooth sailing and I appreciated that more than I thought I would. The only "hiccup" was when he was hurt by the heat and even that was mostly okay. It was solved quickly and never reached idiotic proportions like in most books. I was a little disappointed by the lack of more Gods tho.

Overall, if you can avoid being pissed by all the scheming Owen does at first, their rushed love affair and Megan's inability of being happy without a man, give it a shot. You may be surprised.



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Monday, May 26, 2014

Review: Pleating for Mercy


Pleating for Mercy
Pleating for Mercy by Melissa Bourbon

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Finally.

This was a hard read for me. I was hopeful when I started but didn't stay that way for long. Seemed to rely way too much in certain clichés and started to drag. The only saving grace for me was the mystery. I never really suspected Ruth (or whatever her name was) 'till the very last pages. That part was definitely well done. The investigation? A complete bust. The main character is a dressmaker and, like her friends and family said constantly, I think she should keep her day job. She completely sucked at the rest. She was totally clueless, naive and dumb. Her "romantic interest" is equally unimpressive. Simply boring. No sparks whatsoever except for the ones she claims to feel. Of course her dead grandmother approves of him so she'll probably end up with him anyway. The so-called Southern charm? Nonexistent. I, for one, was not charmed. I think I only liked one character in the whole book. The sheriff. Which is totally weird because he showed up only a couple of times and only said a couple of words. Then again, maybe that just shows the awesomeness of the other characters. Not.

Overall? Probably a waste of time except for the murder mystery.

Rating: 2.5 ★



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Friday, May 23, 2014

Review: The Backup Boyfriend


The Backup Boyfriend
The Backup Boyfriend by River Jaymes

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



After reaching the end of this story I still can't really say I know Dylan, understand his choices or fears and joys, but I can definitely say I liked him immensely. Alec, on the other hand, was a little more easier to pick out. He wanted someone to share his life with. He may not have gone about the whole thing in the right way but his goal never changed. But Dylan...a whole lot different because he himself hadn't figured it out yet. I really loved him. Warts and all. Such a wonderfully flawed character. A real treat to try to know. Alec was just perfect for him. Brilliant with a side of humility and geekiness. Well done.

The plot is not original. Gay guy falls for "straight" guy. Straight guy doesn't think himself gay and doesn't want to be in a relationship with one. Nothing new, right? But the comprehensive background, the world-building and these characters made all the difference. Seriously well thought out. Great support characters. Good HEA.



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Thursday, May 22, 2014

Review: You Can See Me


You Can See Me
You Can See Me by A.E. Via

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Comprehensive and fun but there were some character traits that annoyed me like Hell too. I hated how Pres was so depressed at first barely able to care of himself, how Ric acted with him before their break up and also how Ric lusted after Blair at first glance. While there were some deep feelings in this story, there was also a lot of shallowness and childish behaviour. Not at all how I imagine three grown men to act towards each other no matter their sexual preferences. I simply cannot swallow past the yelling, the whimpering and the tears. These men cried a lot. It feels unnatural and, honestly, quite offensive too. I did like most of it though.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Review: Broken Pieces


Broken Pieces
Broken Pieces by Riley Hart

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Comprehensive, complex and long. So very long. But good. There were certain things I didn't like. Things that seriously pissed me off. Things that made me sad. And then there were things that gave me hope, made me laugh and made me happy. Overall? Those last impressions were the ones I kept with me when I finished. I can't really remember the bad and that's all I really want when I finish a book. Well done. I really liked how everything turned out good for all of them, if not perfect. Good HEA.



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Review: A Dangerous Passion [Danger and Desire 1]


A Dangerous Passion [Danger and Desire 1]
A Dangerous Passion [Danger and Desire 1] by Della Webb

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



I don't know if I should feel grateful or disappointed by the fastest and easiest sex scenes I've read so far. Can't really say I understand the reasoning of needing a condom for the sex after a BJ without one either. Nice touch with the extra-large size of condom too. Subtle. And the rest of the plot? Kinda like On Deadly Ground with Steven Seagal. Only Steven Seagal kinda plays both roles and isn't gay. Can't say I'm impressed.



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Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Review: The Good Life


The Good Life
The Good Life by Diana DeRicci

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Okay...Middle of a sex scene and this gem pops out:

Chad - "Geez, you licensed to carry that thing?"
Sonny - "Armed and dangerous, babe."

Was this supposed to be sexy? 'Cause I laughed the Hell out of it 'till my vision was blurred by tears. Christ. And what's with all the whimpering in sex? I always picture a grown man weeping and whining whenever that word is used. I kid you not. Not sexy.

Now to the technicalities:

Background and world-building are not bad. The characters are pretty comprehensive and there is no insta-love. That alone cheered me up immensely. But there was some writing issues. Kind of hard to discern who was speaking sometimes...some grammar mistakes and repetitive dialogue too. Maybe there was more I didn't notice. Not sure.
While it doesn't detract terribly from the story, it does take attention elsewhere and made me loose some enjoyment because of it. Kind of weird how we never get to the end of a sex scene either. Alas, not the end of the world though so I'm not terribly disappointed. Just resigned I guess. Good HEA nevertheless. Very sweet and appropriate.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Review: Someone to Depend On


Someone to Depend On
Someone to Depend On by Leora Stark

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



The first few pages went pretty much without a hitch and so I was a little bored. And then bam! The email fiasco. Wow. The whole thing was a pretty sh*tty thing to do. Incredibly selfish and hurtful, specially to someone you love. The other things, I could deal with. They didn't know each other, Bero was there pretty much against his will and he tought Dave was just another guy he had to help. But after being together, after exchanging vows of love and trust... Awful act. Leaving afterwards just made it even worse. The rest? How discouraged they both were in each other absence? How suddenly everything went perfect when Bero returned? Not impressed and kind of a let down actually. I did appreciate the reference to Eric in True Blood tho. Nice touch. Overall, it was entertaining but nothing I'll remember in a few days.



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Monday, May 19, 2014

Review: Midnight Confession


Midnight Confession
Midnight Confession by Felicia Sussex

My rating: 1 of 5 stars



Bad editing. Grammar mistakes. Poorly constructed phrases. Mixed names. I gotta say I was confused out of my mind most of the time. While I really wanted to get into the feel of the story I just couldn't. I couldn't even tell who was talking to who sometimes, not to mention who was doing what. A real shame because the plot had potential.



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Review: A Walk in the Dark


A Walk in the Dark
A Walk in the Dark by Kate McMurray

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Can I just remark that this cover is terrible? Adds nothing to the story, it actually detracts from it. But the story in itself is somewhat cute and sweet. Good HEA. Nothing to get worked up about but not terrible either. Kind of short tho.



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Review: Stone of Wrath


Stone of Wrath
Stone of Wrath by Shawn Lane

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Kind of a race to get to the end. Super rushed and full of fluff. No background or world-building. Lack of support characters. And despite all of that...I was still a bit entertained. Damn you.



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Review: The Vampire's Prisoner


The Vampire's Prisoner
The Vampire's Prisoner by Scarlet Blackwell

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Apart from being a little disgusted by the whole thing...I didn't really care one way or another or for either of them.

Rating: 1.5 ★



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Review: Fire of the Four Seasons


Fire of the Four Seasons
Fire of the Four Seasons by Scarlet Hyacinth

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



I gotta say I spent most of the time it took me to read this completely confused. One because the Russian words were completely foreign, including their names. I was never able to identify who was who. Two because I didn't know the tale from where this came from and it went right over my head. Nothing was familiar except the whole Eva in ice thing being reminiscent of sleeping beauty but even that seemed quite forlorn and odd. The sex...was just confusing too. I couldn't tell who was doing what and, after a while, I didn't even care. I just wanted it all to end.



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Saturday, May 17, 2014

Review: Blood Relations


Blood Relations
Blood Relations by K.C. Burn

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Well...the sex was fun. I kinda liked seeing Frazer and Cooper together but the lack of trust and self-assurance with their relationship kinda took the fun out of everything. Became quite pathetic at times. And Frazer's naiveté regarding his twin was grating on my nerves too. Not to mention the way Cooper fell apart when he thought Frazer was guilty. If only they'd talked about it, but, no. Cooper couldn't tell anything because of his job and Frazer was too damn chicken to be honest and explain things. So, while I liked them together, I don't see how they managed to fall in love when they were all so busy not trusting each other. What kind of relationship is that anyway? A depressing one I think.



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Friday, May 16, 2014

Review: Keaton's Lessons


Keaton's Lessons
Keaton's Lessons by Lynn Hagen

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Merely okay. I confess I haven't bothered to read any of the previous books so that may have had some influence in my opinion tho. For me, the background was incredibly incomplete, the characters were one-dimensional and the world-building sucked. The romance was not only rushed but also pretty boring. Not even the sex was fun or interesting. I felt disconnected pretty much from the start and it only got worse towards the end. Honestly? I didn't care for a single character.



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Review: Truth Or Lie


Truth Or Lie
Truth Or Lie by Lynn Lorenz

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Not bad but...I think it was kinda deceiving to mention the Greek Gods and never actually have them show up. I also think the author could've introduced Anthony's truth power without any connection to the Gods at all. That piece of info at the premise just raised my expectations and then basically dashed them when I proceeded to read it. Nothing paranormal about this novel at all and, while reading auras can be presented as a paranormal aspect, it can also be presented as simply a more attuned connection to people and the world around which I think would've been a better approach. Overall? Entertaining but also disappointing, rushed and lacks a certain finesse.



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Thursday, May 15, 2014

Review: Canines, Crosshairs And Corpses


Canines, Crosshairs And Corpses
Canines, Crosshairs And Corpses by Angel Martinez

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Very good. Different approach to Greek Mythology, namely Hades and Persephone's supposed love story. Good background, thorough world-building and nice research all combined into a lovely criminal mystery and romance. Not exactly what I expected when I grabbed it but I am immensely satisfied. Both Hades and Ti surprised me completely with the complexness of their lives and personalties and it was a real treat. Add a good HEA and it ended perfectly.



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Review: A Different Breed


A Different Breed
A Different Breed by Angel Martinez

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



A different breed indeed. Completely different from what I usually get from these kind of stories. I'm also happy to reveal that, even though this is a PNR, a lot of thought and work was given to complete the plot, background and world-building. There's still a lot of romance and sex but also a mystery to solve, people to understand, friends to support and two main characters to love. Very well done. Great HEA too. A breath of fresh air.



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Review: Crying For The Moon


Crying For The Moon
Crying For The Moon by Sarah Madison

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



I liked it. It was different. And can I just say I knew all along Tate was the cat? That one was pretty obvious. I do wonder what destroying the coffin will do to Alex but not enough to detract from such a good ending for this story. Very well done. I really liked all the characters, maybe except Julie but she ended up redeeming herself, so it wasn't so bad. Victor...well quite a disappointment. Much like the vampire society as a whole. I expected better.




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Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Review: Other Side of Night: Bastian & Riley


Other Side of Night: Bastian & Riley
Other Side of Night: Bastian & Riley by S.L. Armstrong

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Meh. I think the whole relationship was just...unbalanced. Dysfunctional. I actually liked the beginning, how they waited months instead of days or even hours to be together, but when Riley woke up from his coma? Downhill. Faster than Speedy Gonzalez. His sexual binge was pretty disgusting and his idea that sex was enough to compensate his idiocy and childish behavior was even worse. How Bastian managed to forgive him is beyond me. Seriously. The trust issues alone...Crappy ending too. Kinda like "Do whatever you want. We're bonded. I'll forgive you." And the final piece with Riley's best friend? Even more crappy. Apparently everyone in this story is an idiot who betrays everyone. Not impressed.



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Review: An Unnatural Worth


An Unnatural Worth
An Unnatural Worth by Mya Lairis

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



I had some difficulty towards Lexis disability. While I can understand how his blindness (in more ways than one) could really be a problem for him considering how much he relied on it before, I did have some issues with his pity filled voice. I also don't understand why he always seemed to be okay with his limitations. Not those caused by his disability but by his own making. I'd also have liked a more thorough view of their world and background. There were a lot of holes I had to fill with my own musings and some didn't make sense. Were vampires dead or alive? Because they had heartbeats. Why were werewolves stronger? Kind of weird, that one Where were Bryce's family? Did he have none? What? Too much unknown and not enough trust. Enjoyable but not good. Nice HEA tho. And the sex was pretty hot.



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Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Review: Frankie's Vamp


Frankie's Vamp
Frankie's Vamp by Toni Griffin

My rating: 0 of 5 stars



I enjoyed the overall look of this story. I liked how Frankie didn't immediately bed or accept Merrick. How he tried to get to know him better. How he tried to have a relationship with him . How he tried to wait until he trusted him.

Did you notice how I said tried and not achieved? That's because he tried but never really made it work. While he did manage to wait a couple days, I still think it was too rushed. I understand the appeal of mates, of having someone destined to be all you ever hoped to, someone who'll never leave you or betray you. I do get it. It's all very perfect and neat. But it's also full of rules and expectations and you always get these types of fast "relationships" where no work is needed. Every single thing just fits right and you don't get to adjust or fight or be scared and that...just feels fake and plastic.

So...while I enjoyed it, I didn't love it. Wasn't believable. Wasn't even exciting because I already knew how it ended. Same thing with the sex. Been there, done that. Not impressed.

And Merrick was quite dull for a master vampire too.



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Monday, May 12, 2014

Review: Hearing Beauty


Hearing Beauty
Hearing Beauty by Mike Shade

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



While it was all so sweet and romantic, I wasn't really sold on it. I found the couple's relationship all so very perfect, proper and, well, basically fake. Also thought Toby to be incredibly childish and naive. Add poor world-building and character's development and I wasn't impressed.

Rating: 2.5 ★



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Review: Becoming


Becoming
Becoming by Mike Shade

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Hot short novel filled with sex to the brim. Literally. There's maybe 3% of the book without sex or blood. Mostly it is just sex and blood. Together. But, hey, still fun to read. Romantic HEA too to sweeten the deal.



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Review: Can't Hurry Love


Can't Hurry Love
Can't Hurry Love by M. Jules Aedin

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Really cute and sweet. Slightly melodramatic too. Mostly fun and enjoyable. Full of fluff though and not very serious. Just some entertaining and mindless reading. Good HEA.



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Review: Night and Day


Night and Day
Night and Day by Mandy Rosko

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



A Romeo and Juliet kind of romance that fortunately ended better. Still dramatic, captivating and sweet but with a good HEA though so definitely worth reading. Very well done.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Review: Bittersweet


Bittersweet
Bittersweet by Maura Anderson

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Cute and quirky but also kind of short and rushed. A little more background and character development would've been appreciated. Nice ending tho.



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Review: Bedtime Story for a Stolen Child


Bedtime Story for a Stolen Child
Bedtime Story for a Stolen Child by Anna Mayle

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Incredibly sad but very well done. Amazing work even if not exactly to my tastes. Recommended for those who don't care about happy stories or endings.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Saturday, May 10, 2014

Review: Thief of His Heart


Thief of His Heart
Thief of His Heart by Mya Lairis

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Don't really know what to make of this. While I liked it well enough, I guess, I also had some troubles with the execution. I could forget the mistypes, the grammar mistakes and other issues with the writing. I really could. They weren't overwhelming or that often so it wasn't really a big deal. But the way the romance was written was much of a turn off for me. I really didn't see why they liked each other at all. Besides coming from totally different sides of life, they only had sex. Okay, so it was only in their dreams but that doesn't make a relationship. Not even close. What did they see in each other? I still can't answer that even after finishing it. So...while I give props for the plot and the world-building, I wasn't impressed. And the ending did nothing for me.



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Friday, May 9, 2014

Review: Kissing Orion


Kissing Orion
Kissing Orion by Amber Kell

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Sometimes I read certain books and thank the gods I didn't pay for them. This is one of them. I don't see the appeal and, in fact, feel cheated out of my time. The background is almost non-existent and the plot is absolutely ridiculous. Misspelling and grammar mistakes were pretty much everywhere and the romance was...boring actually. Not to mention how the damn thing ended. Cherry on top of the cake. But, amazingly enough, I liked Aaron. Only reason this gets a two star rating at all.



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Review: Ash Swan


Ash Swan
Ash Swan by Amber Kell

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



If you're against cliffhangers...I'm warning you to proceed at your own risk 'cause there's a huge one in this book. In fact, it's annoying as Hell. Not 'cause it's one of those important ones amidst a scene but, mostly, 'cause it makes one wander why bother reading this at all. Not impressed, peeps. Besides the rushed romance, I don't really see much appeal because it's all so contrived and exasperating. I do give props for the plot. Not sure if I'll bother with the next one. Cliffhanger or not.

Rating: 2.5 ★



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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Review: Catching Mr Right


Catching Mr Right
Catching Mr Right by Amber Kell

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Kind of short but entertaining. Good romance even if the execution wasn't the best. I also advise a good revision 'cause the grammar mistakes were kind of glaring at me while I was trying to enjoy the story. I also think the whole sub-plot with the gangsters should've either been better done or not present at all.



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Review: Blood Signs


Blood Signs
Blood Signs by Amber Kell

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Plot-wise it's very good and interesting but the execution leaves something to be desired. The romance is incredibly rushed, the background is almost non-existent as well as the world-building and the characters are still basically complete strangers even after reading this book 'till the end. The HEA wasn't very good either. Kind of downplayed and slightly dull. I was sufficiently entertained tho.



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Review: Prove It


Prove It
Prove It by Chris Owen

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



For me, one of the best books this author has written so far. I don't usually enjoy YA. The angst, dramatics and childish behaviour all plotting to keep me away but, amazingly enough this book was good. Maybe because it started with the main characters as small children instead of plunging us directly into teenage-hood. I don't know. The point is that it's well done. The background was comprehensive without being boring, the world-building was good and the support characters actually supported the main couple without suffocating them. Overall it is well balanced out and a real treat. Good HEA as well, modest but meaningful.

Rating: 3.5 ★



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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Review: Carbon and Ash


Carbon and Ash
Carbon and Ash by Chris Owen

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



The ending is not bad, pretty much makes the whole story worth anything at all but it's still not enough. Boring in some parts. Kind of confusing too. And I didn't care for the characters, specially Myles.



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Review: Speed Dating the Slow Way


Speed Dating the Slow Way
Speed Dating the Slow Way by Chris Owen

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Kind of short and rushed but entertaining enough I guess. Mostly sex and not much else.



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Review: 911


911
911 by Chris Owen

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Of course it ended in a sex scene. Wouldn't have been right in any other way considering 90% of this book was sex and the rest was talking and over-dramatics. Like I said in my updates, the addiction problem was a turn off and not really necessary besides being unrealistic. But I enjoyed the rest of it all very much. Not really anything other than glorified erotica but still good. I was slightly disappointed by the end tho. After the hysterics of the addiction I kinda expected a big bang or revelation and only got one orgasm or three (not literally, you pervs!).

A+ for the sex, B- for the rest.



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Monday, May 5, 2014

Review: Bloodmoon


Bloodmoon
Bloodmoon by Mike Shade

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Not sure if I should laugh it all off or complain incessantly about the over-dramatic use of the words "Yours", "Mine", "Need" and "Mate". And the sex scenes... I like sex in my books. A lot. But even I was a little disgruntled by the ridiculous amount of sex in this story. It was...truly appalling because it never ended. There was literally no rest for the wicked. About 98% of this book is sex. Everywhere. The other 2% was just to give us some impression of plot. Not well achieved either. If you do read it solemnly for the sex though..you'll be in high Heaven for sure. I wasn't.



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Review: Famine


Famine
Famine by T.A. Chase

My rating: 0 of 5 stars



I started reading this but wasn't much into it to tell the truth...so I went back to read the premise. I hadn't before 'cause it was part of a series I'd been following so, why bother? I'll tell you why I should have. This book has the most clichéd premise I've read this year. In the first book, Pestilence falls in love with Bart while treating him for an unknown disease. Not great but I liked the plot well enough to finish. In the second book, War finds a soldier dying and saves him. While helping Russel recover they fall in love. Better written so I was kind of hopeful but still...

* Pestilence falls for a man dying of a unknown disease;
* War falls for a soldier dying in a war;

Way too clichéd for this author to make Famine fall for a starving man, right? Wrong. That's exactly what this story is about.

And I have to admit, while I have some morbid curiosity trying to push me to finish this, I'm not doing it. It's not worth my time. Not really.



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Review: War


War
War by T.A. Chase

My rating: 0 of 5 stars



Slightly better than the first. At least this time the characters actually got to know each other a little before falling completely over heels with one another and the plot was more comprehensive along with the background story. Good HEA too.



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Sunday, May 4, 2014

Review: Pestilence


Pestilence
Pestilence by T.A. Chase

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



I gotta admit I don't have much faith regarding paranormal with this author. Contemporary is usually good but anything remotely fantastic and her books often crumble under pressure. This book is slightly better but not by much either. There are a number of incongruities and confusing issues and the background is too scattered to understand fully and while the characters are interesting, we don't really get to know them. Bart spends much of the time either unconscious or hallucinating and Pestilence is often absent or unwilling to answer questions. Overall, it's a good premise but the execution never reaches its full potential and it's a real shame.



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Review: Lift Your Voice


Lift Your Voice
Lift Your Voice by T.A. Chase

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



Better than my last book by this same author. More background, better character development and definitely more believable. Certainly enjoyable and hopeful. Nice HEA.



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Review: Ghost of a Chance


Ghost of a Chance
Ghost of a Chance by T.A. Chase

My rating: 2 of 5 stars



Cute but completely unrealistic. So many clichés and typos too. Good for mindless reading tho.



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