"Victorious Star" by Morgan Hawke

"Victorious Star" by Morgan Hawke mixes stellar sci-fi action with sizzling hot erotica, a masterfully written adventure that's bound to keep you flipping pages and squirming in your seat...




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Genre: Science Fiction; BDSM/Fetish
Series: Interstellar Service & Discipline; Next Book: Fallen Star

Victoria Stark is an Imperial Navigations Pilot known among the sentient battleships as the Victorious Star—for sacrificing her captains to save her ships. Strong-willed and resourceful, she has never lost a ship she's flown—and never serviced a captain she's had.

Captain Ravnos of the Mercenary dreadnaught Hellsbreath rules his crew with an iron will. First Officer Seht is a skeldhi prince whose specialty is erotic discipline. They're on a mission, and in need of a nav-pilot.

Kidnapped into service on the Hellsbreath, Victoria is caught between two very different men locked in their own private and erotic power struggle. And then there's the mission…

The Moribund Company has captured the Imperial Dreadnaught Arcane, and intends to auction the sentient ship to the highest bidder. Unfortunately, Moribund himself is attending the auction and Ravnos is forced to remain onboard the Hellsbreath for Moribund has a personal vendetta against the handsome captain. It is up to Victoria and First Officer Seht to go deep undercover at the Mordred Space Station to rescue the Arcane.

To complete the mission and return to her duties as an Imperial Officer, Victoria must become Prince Seht's rehkyt—a pet, literally and figuratively. Not allowed on the furniture and kept at the end of a leash, Victoria discovers that there are worse things than servicing your captain. Or are there?

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, BDSM (including bondage, domination/submission, whipping), menage (m/m/f), and homoerotic sexual situations (m/m, f/f).


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS - "Intense" by Nice
The story was brutal, sexy, and exciting. It had engaging characters and intriguing world-building. It was very intense, and not for everybody, but I loved it. I actually bought it on the strength of one of the lowest reviews... what offends one reader might be attractive to another.

5-STARS - "Great Story + Dubcon/Capture Fantasy" by Lina Sacher
4.5 Hot Capture Fantasy Stars
I picked up this book based on a recommendation from someone who really understood my love for dub con and and sexy aliens. And this story was like hitting the jackpot in sex scenes – they were seriously hot (like one-handed reading every time hot) and plentiful. But even as plentiful as the sex scenes were, I didn’t think they was too much (maybe just a little) and they worked well with the story – serving a purpose in the overall plot.
The plot was interesting, it definitely had my attention and I really wanted to keep turning the pages to learn what would happen next (and no, not just because I wanted to get to the next sex scene). There was a deeper theme – a theme that explored honor and love.
I liked the heroes. Hardass as they were, they had reasons for everything they did, even the things that seemed callous and harsh at first glance. They were also ridiculously sexy and dominant and possessive in all the ways that made all my girly bits tingle. I liked the heroine as well. She was strong, opinionated, and feisty.
There was so much awesome with this book that I really, really wanted to give it a full five stars (hearts), but I couldn’t do it because the writing itself was a bit distracting at some points. Stuff like having the word “snorted” appearing 104 times. Not so distracting that I didn’t enjoy the book. Actually, I enjoyed the story thoroughly and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys dubious consent and science fiction, hot BDSM and sex – M/F, M/M/F, M/M, and F/F – all the possible variations are present here. All single-hand-reading worthy.

5-STARS - "Excellent Series" by Pat
Really good story. I really liked that Victoria was so tough and strong. Enjoyed the interactions with Ravnos and Seht. I wish we could see more of these three!
I am hopping over the second in the series to the prequel that that tells how Ravnos and Seht got together, then I'll come back to read the second.

5-STARS - "Yay!" by Tracy
I loved this book!! This was the first of its "type" I ever picked up and boy did it blow my socks off (and my mind and a few other things too). Not for the faint of heart but great for a sci-fi loving kink curious girl like me! Thanks Ms. Morgan Hawke, look forward to reading more from you!

5-STARS - "Love Morgan Hawke" by ReaLee A. Mercier
I have read this whole series as ebooks on my computer and loved them so much I had to have them for the Kindle. Cannot say enough good things about this author and the fantasy books she writes.

5-STARS - "Excellent BDSM SF" by Cheap and Lazy
I haven't found much decent erotic SF, even less for BDSM, so this was a rare and much enjoyed treat. The world building is detailed and superior, with a really good and believable plot. It's not highly romantic, nor is it PC (politically correct) BDSM, as another viewer here noted. In fact, it's on the darker end of this genre. But it does well there, and the sex, though frequent, never overwhelms the story. I read the prequel, Lost Star, and enjoyed that as well, even though m/m is not my favorite. I will definitely be reading the next book in the series, Fallen Star, though it doesn't appear to involve any of the characters in the first two.

5-STARS - "Great Beach Read" by Nicole
Where have I been? Who knew futuristic sci-fi is the perfect vehicle for some very kinky relationships? I guess I need to expand my mind and start looking to the stars! Other reviews have commented on how 'brutal' the action in this book is. I respectfully disagree. I found the complex relationship between Victoria, Seht and Ravnos to be incredibly erotic. I suppose if what you normally read is set in some contemporary BDSM club, complete with all the requisite rules and guidelines to ensure no one ever forgets they are playing game then this might seem extreme to you. Honestly, that is why I usually pass up the contemporary books for ones set in some paranormal or urban environment. What I loved about this book is how well written it is. If you are like me and struggle to find great authors in the erotic genre, this 3-part series suggests that Morgan Hawke is a good bet.


O'LEARY'S REVIEW ON GOODREADS:

4-STARS
Even though parts of this book weren't my cup of tea (I'm not a fan of forced or non-consensual sex), I thoroughly enjoyed this erotic sci-fi read. The author did a stellar job with world-building and storyline, the writing itself was gratifyingly smooth and flowing, and the sex was explode-your-kindle hot! The relationship between the two males (who were already an established couple) and the female Victoria seemed a little abrupt to me, jumping from raging lust to love like a ship lurching into hyper-drive, but I could shrug past that in light of how much enjoyment and fun I gained from the rest of this great adventure. I highly recommend!



ALSO AVAILABLE:



Lost Star, prequel to Victorious Star



Fallen Star (Interstellar Service and Discipline, Book 2)


AUTHOR'S LINKS:

Amazon Author Page
Author's Homepage:

Goodreads Author Page
Dark Erotica Blog

Phraseology & Letters Blog Tour & Giveaway!

Phraseology & Letters Blog Tour & Giveaway

 

Spotlight on Jeniann Bowers!!!!!

Jeniann’s Biography:

 

Jeniann has been writing poetry for seven years and has one pervious

poetry book published, Expression on Life Book One, but recently retired

Expressions and Letters, which is a follow-up book that has twenty-one new

poems and personal letters written to the reader. Expressions and Letters is a

book based around Jeniann’s life. Such as events that took place in her childhood

and adulthood that she had to overcome many hardships and struggles.

Jeniann has also published Phraseology and Letters.

Phraseology and Letters is the way in which words and phrases are used in

writing by a certain person. The Letters are to help Jeniann to express the

true meanings behind the love and broken-hearted poems written with a dash of

Phraseology tossed in. Phraseology and Letters is a very special

book to Jeniann that she shared these poems with her readers in hopes

that the poetry would be helpful to someone who is dealing with the ending

of a relationship or loving someone that they cannot have.

Jeniann has also published 25 days Christmas Poetry on her blog this past

Christmas and in which gave the birth to her poetry book of Collection of

25 days of Christmas Poetry. These poems started out to be a gift on my

blog to the world for Christmas. As time slipped closer and closer to Christmas,

Jeniann realized that she needed to put them into a book so her readers

could share them to their families and friends every year at Christmas.

May God bless you all with joy, love, happiness, laughter and good health.

Jeniann’s writing techniques are somewhat different from other poets.

Jeniann write mainly condolences poetry about her true feelings and about

her life and events that take place. Jeniann has a interesting life and many

events are heart-breaking and sad. However, Jeniann is a true survivor and

now is in a place where she is happy in her life.

Jeniann is a single mom of four kids. Two adult girls, a teenage son and

a 7 year old son who is Autistic; Jeniann is also a disabled mother; she suffers

from Fibromyalgia and other physical disabilities.

Goodreads Giveaway for Phraseology & Letters!

 

 

Video Trailers and Reading Trailer:

Jeniann and her daughter KayCee K are a team when it comes to creating

any book or video. Jeniann and KayCee K created three videos that are available

to view on YouTube, and the links follow.

Expressions and Letters: Displays the poem “Last year” which was written a

year after Jeniann divorced her husband after 21 years of marriage. Jeniann choose

the song, by Train “Brand New Book,” because she finds the song inspires here to

build a new book on life after her divorce. KayCee K helped choose the images

and created the video.

http://tinyurl.com/jw8slam

(Jeniann does not own the rights to the song or images but the words to the

poem are in copyright to Jeniann)

Phraseology and Letters: Displays the “Left alone to die” which was written

in the memory of Jeniann’s sister who passed away in 2008. The song choice

was a song that was very special to Jeniann and her sister for it resembled what

life handed both them. “Life Has Turned Her That Way,” by Ricky Van Shelton.

KayCee K helped pick the images and created the video.

http://tinyurl.com/ku9skcl

(Jeniann does not own the rights to the song or images but the words to the

poem are in copyright to Jeniann)

Collection of 25 days of Christmas Poetry: Displays the poem

“The Christmas moment,” which was written on Jeniann’s blog this past holiday.

The song choice was picked my Jeniann and her kids. “Here Come Santa Claus,”

by Tracy Lawrence KayCee K helped choose the images and created the video.

(Jeniann does not own the rights to the song or images but the words to the

poem are in copyright to Jeniann)

 

 

Reading Trailer from Expressions and Letters:

Poems included: A poet’s dream, Momma, and Trailing the wooded house. 

Images that are displayed are not ownership of Jeniann.

Video created by KayCee K.

http://tinyurl.com/mj2ecep

Book Information:

Expressions on Life Book One (Retired)

Publisher: Createspace

Editor: KayCee K

Expressions and Letters

Publisher: Createspace

Creator: KayCee K

Amazon Print: http://tinyurl.com/lvaoyto

Amazon Kindle: http://tinyurl.com/n8nv7gx

Barnes & Nobel: http://tinyurl.com/lvn33n4

Phraseology and Letters

Publisher: Createspace

Creator: KayCee K

Amazon Print: http://tinyurl.com/lz2yseo

Amazon Kindle: http://tinyurl.com/onke6vm

Barnes & Nobel: http://tinyurl.com/nxu4hbn

Collection of 25 days of Christmas Poetry (Retired)

Publisher: Createspace

Creator: KayCee K

Amazon Print: http://tinyurl.com/l96rfn7

Amazon Kindle: http://tinyurl.com/k34vqwo

Barnes & Nobel: http://tinyurl.com/mb7zzam

 

 

 

 

 

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"Frost Maiden" (Space Lords Series) by Michelle M. Pillow

Michelle M. Pillow is my new hero. Not only do her series have series, but she writes in a wide range of romantic genres--futuristic, paranormal, historical, contemporary, and fantasy to name a few. Frost Maiden is the first book in her latest series involving the Dragon Lords (previous series' are: Dragon Lords, Lords of the Var, and Zhang Dynasty), futuristic romances with serious heat!
(Don't read these in a PG setting. It will not go well.)





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Empath and space pirate, Evan Cormier is obsessed with decoding an ominous premonition about his future. When a fellow crewman angered a spirit, the vengeful Zhang An took her wrath out on everyone in the vicinity. Evan just happened to be one of them. He's now facing a future in which he'll be forever alone.
Lady Josselyn of the House of Craven has been betrayed. With her home world on a Florencian moon under attack and her family dead, she finds herself at the mercy of the one who deceived them. There is only one thing left to do--die with honor. But before she can join her family in the afterlife, she must first avenge all that she held dear. Falling in love with a pirate was never in the plan. Evan and his thieving crewmates might have delayed her fate, but they can't stop destiny.

Rating: Contains graphic sexual content, adult language, and violence. This novel contains adult content. Must be 18 years or older to read.


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS - "Frost Maiden" by M. Nix
Lady Josselyn of the House of Craven fought for her family, home and life before being frozen in stone. Now she has been awaken into a new time and finds herself alone and feeling lost. Josselyn knows that before she dies, she must correct the wrongs done to her family and restore their honor.
Evan Cormier is an empath and a space pirate who is trying to figure out a foreboding premonition given to him and most of his crewmates. While working this out on the ship, his captain's wife discovers a very old box that gives a mysterious clue. A clue that just might lead to treasure; no pirate crew can resist checking out the information.
Evan is instantly captivated by Josselyn, but her inner pain might just be the end of him. He and the rest of the crew are trying to put Josselyn at ease in her new world, but when the crew believes that it's either Evan or Josselyn that can be saved, harsh steps are taken to separate them. Josselyn strikes out to regain her honor while Evan battles to show everyone that the only way he will ever be okay is to be rejoined with Josselyn, before its too late for both of them.
What if you woke up in a totally new world? In Frost Maiden, this happens to Lady Josselyn. Evan can't figure out how to shield himself from Josselyn's pain while trying to help her adjust. Josselyn is falling for Evan, but first she must reclaim her family's lost honor. Destiny had many things in store for Josselyn and death just wasn't one of them yet. I watched as Josselyn and Evan fell in love, but lack of communication endangered not only them but the crew. When it all fell apart, Evan was a true hero to save not only Josselyn, but himself and their budding love. Frost Maiden will keep you wondering and flipping pages, a bittersweet romance that will leave you smiling.


5-STARS - "La La Loved It" by MrsHappy
Maybe I didn't read the same book as everyone else but I thought this book was pretty awesome. I just wish the others in this series would come out soon. It's been nearly 2 yr and I'm still wandering what happened with the...hmm that might be a spoiler. Anywho, read this book, in spite of the reviews this wasn't a bad or just ok book. It was flipping great :) There is a HEA, but there are also other characters in this book who's story needs to be told already!!! Michelle M Pillow please don't leave me hanging much longer!!!! ;)


5-STARS - "Liked" by RealGoldrw
I enjoyed this new instalment too the series ,looks like more characters are on their way,looking forward to them,;) waiting,,,


5-STARS - "Relax and Enjoy!" by Berly
I am a big fan of Michelle Pillow in that the stars of her romance are intelligent and independent which of course causes conflict. She has an alpha male which you can't help but appreciate it. Add in a sci-fi twist with some steamy scenes and you have a book that enables you to escape from the every day for a few hours.


4-STARS - "Enjoyable" by Sara Egli
I have enjoyed the Lords of Var and the Dragon Lords series (Lords of Var was better in my opinion), so I figured the Pace lords would be good. I loved the crazy crew and how they interact with each other. The story flowed well and gave me a few surprises. Most importantly it made me forget my day and get lost in the book.


ALSO AVAILABLE:

Dragon Lords
Futuristic Series 1
The Barbarian Prince (B0040NO71Q)
The Perfect Prince (B0041844NQ)
The Dark Prince (B00427YMT2)
The Warrior Prince (B0042P5GQM)
His Highness the Duke (B006WP6RWC)
The Stubborn Lord (B00BJ7BS5Y)
The Reluctant Lord ( B00FGWFS9A)
The Impatient Lord (Coming Soon)

Lords of the Var
Futuristic Series 2
The Savage King (B004IEA1MG)
The Playful Prince (B004INHXA0)
The Bound Prince (B004J4X0OQ)
The Rogue Prince (B004JN127E)
The Pirate Prince (B004KAAY5M)

Zhang Dynasty
Futuristic Series # 3
Seduction of the Phoenix (B005XLJP70)
Temptation of the Butterfly - (B008L2UXEW)

Space Lords
Futuristic Series # 4
Frost Maiden (B00514J1DW)
More Coming Soon

Galaxy Playmates
Spin off the Futuristic Series
Sapphire (B003VTZVWY)
Quartz - (B003VTZVTC)
Diamond (B003VTZVTW)
Xena (B003VTZVW)



AUTHOR LINKS:

Amazon Author Page
Website: www.MichellePillow.com
The Raven Books: www.TheRavenBooks.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMichellePillow
Twitter: @MichellePillow

"Lady of Luxembourg" by Vijaya Schartz

I have to give props to any author who can stick with a series and still make it shine. Award-winning author, Vijaya Schartz, has done that very thing with her Curse of the Lost Isle series. Book 4, Lady of Luxembourg, has yet to receive anything below a 5-Star rating on Amazon. And that's not all...along with writing extraordinary fantasy, Vijaya Schartz is also a writer of science fiction, medieval, and contemporary romance!





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978 AD Melusine the Fae, immortal and cursed Lady of Luxembourg, managed to hide her Pagan nature from mortals for many years. She fiercely protects her handsome Count, Sigefroi, but in their princely bliss, neither of them seems to age, and a few suspicious bishops take notice. Then an ondine wreaks havoc during a battle, luring enemy soldiers into the river. Betrayed, Sigefroi reflects on his many sins from the depths of a rat infested dungeon. Under torture, will he reveal her deadly secret? And when her beloved turns into a devout Christian, can Melusine salvage her happiness? Can love truly redeem her curse, or will she burn at the stake?


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS - by Manic Readers
Schartz is a gifted writer in many genres, and the research she does for every book is phenomenal. Every detail is woven into the story seamlessly, so you feel as if you are really there, watching the horses, the fighting, the clothing, the lovemaking. Looking forward to the next volume.


5-STARS - "My Kind of Read!" by Janette Harjo
This book was so believable, it was like I Time/Traveled! It's a MUST READ! Run, don't walk to buy it!

5-STARS - "Utterly Compelling!" by Beverly J. Malloy
It was so easy to get drawn into this story. The main characters deal with keeping each other happy while dealing with bias, greed and fanatical religious dogma. You root for the couple and applaud how they outwit their enemies. The ending is both touching and bittersweet. If you enjoy loosing yourself in another time and place, as well as the mystical... This IS a MUST read!

5-STARS - "Another Winner!" by Virginia
Vijaya Schartz has outdone herself with this masterly crafted work of fiction. Enter the world of Melusinethe Fae,a pagan and Count Sigefroi, a Christian, as you travel back in time to the year 978 AD... and what a complex yet realistic world Ms. Schartz has created for the reader. Can a Pagan and a Christian reconcile there religious beliefs... will love conquer all? Find out for yourself and pick up this great read today.

5-STARS - "Fantastic" by Diane Sparks
I read the series one book after another to the 4th book Lady of Luxembourg. I have always been interested in the Melusine legends. This was a completely different story for Melusine she is in the 3rd and 4th book. The story of Pressine as far as I remember is consistent with the other legends except for the extremely romantic ending. I loved the series. Anyone who has heard of Melusine or Ladies of the Lost Isles, or interested in the era of King Arthur, or just loves a romantic historical novel will love this series. There is so much more to say but all I can say is read the books.


ALSO AVAILABLE IN THIS SERIES:

Books 1 - 3:

Newly Released BOOK 5


AUTHOR LINKS:

Amazon Author Page
Author Homepage
Facebook Profile
Facebook Author Page
Twitter ID @Vijayaschartz

"Jade" by Rose Montague

With a gorgeous cover and fascinating storyline, Jade by Rose Montague is sure thing for paranormal romance lovers!





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Jade is a little bit shifter, a little bit witch, a little bit Fae, a little bit vamp, and a whole lot of fun. Jade has arranged things so she is partnered with a shifter bear as police detectives on a big case involving vamps killing humans. There is some mystery to the book and many surprises. Jade's origins, where she came from and why she is here are revealed along the way. A lot of humor , action, and fun involving a visit to Faerie, assassination attempts, adventures in driving, a magical dagger, and a little romance happen along the way. By the end, much of the mystery and her beast is revealed, and her origins and background are explained. All of this with a good deal of humor and some real shockers along the way.


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS - "Worth the Read" by N. Nix
Pros: Rose Montague has a lot of imagination and over the course of this story, she used her creativity to weave an incredibly original story combining witches, fae, shifters, vampire, and even the mortal police. My favorite part about this book is that the supernatural world is known to one and all. There's no masquerade, no secrecy, and everything it out there in the open. I love the idea of a supernatural department at the local PD and the FBI.
Cons: I wasn't so cool with Jade being the mutt of the immortal world, but as I continued to read, the idea kind of grew on me, little by little. When the big secret comes out and you come to understand why Jade is such a mix of everything, there's a strange logic to it that excuses the mix of so many creatures.
All in all, I was entertained and that's ultimately what a book is intended to do. The story flows fast, the pacing is good, and the underlying murder mystery kept my interest.


5-STARS - "Phenomenal Adventure Ride" by Amazon Customer
When I started the book, Jade, I will tell you I had originally thought that I would not like it. It isn't my typical genre of book. However, after the first page I was hooked. The plot twists kept me on my toes and it was NEVER predictable. Just when I thought I had things figured out, I was proven wrong. I would say that this would make an excellent movie, and I really cannot wait for the follow up in the installment! I would definitely see Rose Montague having a successful career in the writing world. I would certainly read anything by her in the future.


5-STARS - "The Journey Is Just Beginning" by Elgon Williams
Rose Montague is someone I have not met in person. That never really matters between authors, though. You sort of expect to eventually meet the people you genuinely like right off the bat. Whether that happens depends on circumstance.
Between authors, there is an unspoken understanding of the courage and self-discipline a writer must have in order to finish a book let alone offer it for public scrutiny. I think Rose and I shared that connection from the start.
How I know her is from online book launch parties she and i attend from time to time. Also we know some of the same other authors. From those interactions I have come to appreciate her sense of humor and I know she is loyal to those she calls her friends. Those are qualities of greatness in character for both the person she is and the author she has become.
Jade is a book that I hope no reviewer spoils. It's adventurous in exploring some new ground and doesn't fit comfortably into a particular genre. That is a sign of greatness for a book, by the way. The plot has twists and turns as one would expect but they come exactly when they're unexpected leaving the reader to want for more. Whether you read it now and discover Rose as an author you will follow or you find it later on when some future offering captures your imagination enough that you seek out her previous works, you will eventually read it. The best time to read any good book is now, of course.
Sometimes the first book from an author define him or her. Other times it is a stone that is carried around our neck for a while as readers pigeon hole an author with a genre. Categories are saddles but when combined with unbridled imagination, the ride is nevertheless wild. Readers may believe they know what to expect from having read one books, so a first effort is important in establishing a mindset. But expecting the case of writing a first book in a series, a reader should approach every book from an author with an mind wide open and free of expectations.
First books open avenues for exploring a vast array of worlds we discover within us in the process of writing. Whatever it takes to write the first book, it becomes like a first child. In a way it is the outgoing, adventurous, brash, conceited older sibling the ones that follow both rely on and envy. It breaks through and establishes ever instance of tolerance from its father or mother and creates the space into which its brothers and sisters learn to grow and flourish.
First novels, then, as vital works but sometimes they prove to be not the best effort of an author, but instead only a good indication of what is to come. Since Jade is a first book, only time will tell what the sophomore and subsequent offerings will be.
Rose is writing the sequel to Jade. Sometimes those are the hardest books to write but usually they don't take as long as the first book to produce. So for those who want to read more about Jade, there is hope that it won't take too ling. The painstaking process of learning how to write can be dispensed with for the second time a writer goes at it. From there onward, writing is more about each book than the prospect of becoming published.
Books like Jade endear and author to core readers. It would be a travesty to read such a magical book that inspires us to dream as they read. A few readers may be transformed in the process and become aspiring writers willing to take their own risks to capture fantasy worlds and describe them to others on the written page.


5-STARS - "Wonderful New Paranormal World!" by TnT Reviews
How to write this review without any spoilers? Hmm. First of all, I absolutely loved it. I adored all the characters and the interactions between them. I loved the loyalty and support they gave to a new friend. This storyline was very unique and included all my favorite paranormal aspects. It had Fae, Witches, Shifters, and Vampires. This book also had everything I look for in a great story. Suspense, action, humor, and romance. The writing really flowed and was easy to follow. I found myself unable to put it down. I had to keep reading to find out how it would end. And when I got to the end, I found I wanted more. I can’t wait for the next book in this wonderful new adventure.


5-STARS - "A great book to spend the day reading" by Susan Stielow
In my opinion, Jade is a fast paced book with a unique mixture of characters that is sure to please even the pickiest of readers. I found that I really liked the many sides that the main character possesses, and how she uses the unique abilities that those sides give her. I'm looking forward to book 2, and reading about what happens next.


AUTHOR LINKS:

Amazon Author Page
Goodreads Author Profile
Facebook Profile
Twitter ID @RoseMontague

"Sasha's Story" by Andromeda Bliss

New erotica author Andromeda Bliss takes us on a steamy scifi adventure in the short tale Sasha's Story: How to Find a Mate the Hard Way. Exotically different from the usual erotic escapade, this short story is crazy cheap at only 99 cents!



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Sasha visits an alien bar looking for exotic excitement and wakes in a strange white room with no memory of how she got there. There's no exit—is this a jail cell? Or a cage? The intriguing reptilian male in the next cell tells her she was abducted and is now the subject of experimentation. But what kind of experiments? When a female alien enters his cell, Sasha witnesses in scorching detail the erotic behavior their captors expect to observe. And she’s his next test partner...

Warning: “Sasha’s Story” is a 10,000+ word erotic short story intended for mature audiences only, with explicit sexual content, graphic language, and sizzling human/alien scenarios that may be shocking to some readers. Enter at your own risk!


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS - "A Wonderful Little Story" by Brittany M. Willows
What a lovely little story this was! It was well-written, and not just packed full of sex for the sake of it. The fact that the characters seemed to genuinely feel for each other was nice, and the chemistry between them was wonderful.
Ocen has got to be one of my favourite fictional aliens to date. Absolutely loved his personality. As I was reading I imagined him looking somewhat like the Argonians from The Elder Scrolls series.
The one thing that disappoints me was how short it was! When I reached the end, I found myself wanting more. I would have liked to find out more about the kidnappers and the experiments they were running, what the purpose was behind them.
So yeah, great read! Would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys alien/human couples, and I'll personally recommend it to some of my friends who loved the cross-species pairings in the Mass Effect video games.


5-STARS - "My, my, my what a fantastic treat" by Thalia
Loved this story! Truly Sci-fi Erotica at it's best. What a wonderful imagination this author has, her characters were interestingly different, while the story was still sensual, hot and oh did I mention HOT. Great job. Sorry I'm gushing a bit, but seriously what an awesome story. The only thing I would want to be different was the length. Many times for me people can not do short stories very well, it's difficult to catch the pacing and characters in a way that can make a reader care about them or what's going on in the shorter stories . This author does an excellent job of having it all in this short. I can't wait to read more by this author. Highly recommend for lovers of Sci-fi Erotic, that's well written, fun and creative.


5-STARS - "Hot, Hot, Hot!" by Emma Yeoman
My oh my, privacy needed for this one ladies! 'Hot' doesn't really cover it. The heroine is sassy, and when she finds herself in a cell with a telepathic alien, with multiple appendages (and we're not talking arms and legs here) she does a magnificent job of holding out. For a while anyway.
Short and very steamy, this is scifi erotica at its best.


MY REVIEW (on Goodreads) 5-Stars
Let me preface this review by saying I'm an amateur erotica reader and I haven't explored every kind/type/level of smuttiness that's out there. But I am a huge fan of scifi and hot stuff! ;)
Sasha's Story is a scifi erotica short (roughly 10,000 wds) that took me for a wild, fast-and-furious ride. From the start, I was drawn right into Sasha's plight when she wakes in a little doorless cell with no memory of how she'd gotten there. Her reactions became my reactions, from panic to anger and despair.
Then she meets the non-human in the next cell, a male with blue-gray scales for skin and (to put this in a way that won't get me censored) multiple genitalia. >:D He tells her she's been kidnapped and is now basically a lab rat in some anonymous scientist's experiment. Though the reason for the experiment remains a mystery, the nature of it becomes clear when a non-human female enters the male's cell. Sasha gets a front row seat to the alien couple's wild mating...and a preview of what's in store for her. When scale-man ends up in Sasha's cell, the flames practically melted my poor kindle.
My only regret is not knowing who the scientist(s) are and why they kidnapped Sasha, but I suspect this may be only the first part of a larger story...? Nevertheless, Sasha's Story is a sizzling-hot short I highly recommend for those who love scifi/alien erotica.


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ALSO AVAILABLE:

"Rising" by Holly Kelly

Rising by Holly Kelly is a lovely YA paranormal romance I recommend for readers who love mere-folk and mythology.





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In a war between the humans and the inhabitants of the sea—humans will lose. Xanthus Dimitriou—the most lethal Dagonian to rise from the ocean—is on a mission to save mankind from annihilation. But first there’s one small thing he needs to do… kill a beautiful young woman in a wheelchair.

Killing her doesn’t start out as part of his plan. He entrenches himself deep in the human world. Aligning himself with his enemies, he prepares to send them to Triton to face their punishment. Then Sara Taylor rolls onto the scene. Xanthus knows at once she’s a criminal. And her crime? Being born. She’s a human/Dagonian half-breed, an abomination. Killing her should be an easy job. All he has to do is break into her apartment, slit her throat, and feed her body to the sharks. Simple, right? Wrong. If only she weren’t so beautiful, so innocent, so sweet...

Saving the world may have to wait. It appears Xanthus has a woman to save. But protecting her may cost him his own life.


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS - "Great Read!" by David Allred
Dagonians and Mermaids, how could you go wrong? I liked reading about a young woman who did not know her true identity and how important she really is. I read a lot of novels, and do not write many reviews because I'm not great at it. This time I had to let people know that it's not every day I get to read a book where I could not put it down! I was able to finish this in just a few hours and I'm left wanting more! I'm really looking forward to the next installment. Thanks Holly for the great read!


5-STARS - "Danger, Action, Clean Romance - all wrapped up in a contemporary mermaid tale" by lkm8
This is the first mermaid book I've read, and I loved it. I don't know that I'm hooked on the genre, but I'm hooked on Holly Kelly's writing. It was a delightful story that kept me reading long after my bedtime. I loved the romance. I loved the protective male. I loved the take on King Triton and the mermaids. I'm anxious to see how King Triton's meeting with Nicole plays out. Well done. I'm ready for book 2!


5-STARS - "Rising" by Linda
Sara Taylor thought her mom was crazy as she tossed her into the sea when she was five or six, but she guessed her screams touched Nicole and drove her sane enough to go down a cliff and rescue her. Nicole was very beautiful and stopped traffic wherever she went, but no husband could keep her for long as she had married three times. At twenty, Sara had had enough of her crazy mom and she left to live her own independent life. With her disability she shunned relationships and rented a tiny apartment in a seedier area of Hawaii, she floundered with her web design business................

Xanthus Dimitrou prided himself on his warrior skills, as an Dragonian enforcer, he took his orders seriously and never question orders. He had lived for over a thousand years and had been interested in humans so much that he had learned the language and was glad he did as he was all that stood against a war between Dragonians and humans who were polluting their sea and killing his kind, so when King Triton gave him one year to convince human's to cease their ways. He was given authority to kill any half-breds he discovered but to not interfere in lives of humans...............

OH NO SHE DIDN'T leave me hanging!! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRGGHHH!! I was so caught up in the blight of Xanthus, Sara, and king Triton that I failed to see the cliff hanger coming as it said there was another six pages to go! I have to read the next book or I'll dieeeee...


4-STARS - "Imaginative Sweet Romance" by Michelle O'Leary
Rising is an imaginative sweet romance with satisfyingly heroic characters. The storyline is a nice twist on the usual mere-people plot with a very sweet, sympathetic heroine and a hero that hits all the right notes: strong, noble, protective, and loving.

Other reviewers have done an excellent job of describing this book so I'll just say I really enjoyed reading Rising. Some minor editing/grammatical issues snagged at me a bit and the flow could have used some polish, but otherwise this is a solid piece of work: interesting plot, plenty of action, and a lovely romance with nice touches of heat to spice up this YA read. If you've been on the fence about diving into this book, let me give you a push--read it already!


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"Cold Warriors" by Clare Dargin

I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing Cold Warriors by Clare Dargin, a romantic military-style science fiction novel. I highly recommend this amazingly detailed, action-packed scifi to fans of that genre!



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A woman frozen in time awakens to her fate: deliver the weapon that will save humanity and cost her the ultimate sacrifice—her life.

When Caitlin Driskoll is awakened from a cryogenic stasis, she’s got a lot of adjusting to do.  It’s a new century and the planet is at war.  Once married to a Navy JAG, she now experiences life from the viewpoint of a Jarhead, and the view isn’t pleasant.

Colonel Medoro Keegan lost the two most important things in his life during his Marine career: his wife to friendly fire and his ability to fly combat missions.  Now, he’s stuck aboard the Blanchard as the XO.  The Corps is the only family he has left and he’s not about to lose the last thing he values.
Until he meets Caitlin, who isn’t shy about telling Medoro what she thinks about his Marines.  How can such beauty wrapped in an icy body have so much fire?

It’s the future, and a new kind of prejudice has replaced the racial prejudice Caitlin experienced in the last century.  After all, when you’ve been given a second chance at life, you are expendable.


AMAZON REVIEWS:

5-STARS – “One Great Read” by Varicolourrose
Cold Warriors is an instant success. Clare Dargin has built a terrific world where everyone is needed to play a part in the defense of humankind. It is a thoughtfully put together story with characters that jump of the page and into your mind. The adjustments Caitlin Driskoll has to make to fit in to a new society is only part of the story. The changes in the world and the circumstances she finds herself in are just a small part of her dilemma.

Lieutenant Colonel Medoro Keegan is a man in a very hard shell. He has suffered loss, has a lot of anger inside, and uses it to fight and win. Caitlin has upset the the fragile balance in Keegan's shell, and he doesn't like it. She reaches him on a level he swore he would never go to again. Now the question is will he break out of the shell and start to live again, or will he decide to forget about his budding feelings for Caitlin and retreat inside and reinforce the walls around his heart?

This is definitely a story for those who enjoy what some call "Space Operas," but what I call good reading. For those who enjoy sci-fi and romance, especially with a reluctant hero, this is the read for you. it is fast paced and puts the couple constantly on the line. Clare Dargin has written a wonderful book, and I would recommend it highly.


5-STARS – “Great New Author!” by J. Huynh “Momo”
I was looking for a new author to read and I can say I was not disappointed!
What confused me was that this book was released on February 16th, 2013 but there were other reviews posted from 2009 and 2010, which I do not believe hold true for this story.

The idea of Marines and cryogenics caught my attention more than anything, and I read the whole story in one sitting since I bought it yesterday. I love how the story starts off with an introduction to the war, quickly laying the foundation of the trouble during this time. Ms. Dargin has written some witty and charming characters! The hero starts off as overly Alpha, but once he wakes the heroine from her frozen state, she quickly melts down the barriers he's erected since his wife had died.

I love the references to military jargons in the story and how Keegan has to decide between duty and love, but of course he chooses love at the end! And what he does... *swoon*

Ms. Dargin has proved that no matter what rank a person is, love can conquer all. I truly hope there is another book in this series! I would love to see Lieutenant Zale come back!


5-STARS – Review by Tessa
Original idea, emotional and gripping. I hope this is part of a series because there is so much more of this story that should be expanded on. Enjoyed it!


4-STARS – “Nicely Done!” by Book Lovers Never Go to Bed Alone
Cold Warriors by Clare Dargin is the first in a series called The Cold Warriors Universe. This first installment features a woman named Caitlin Driskol who is awakened from a cryogenic stasis to find the future world in turmoil. She is revived in the middle of a war and discovers that as a ground soldier, her life is expendable and limited. She meets a Marine and their stormy, passionate romance serves as a stark contrast to the brutality of their lives.

This is science fiction at its core. There's even a glossary of terms in the front. The futuristic military angle dominates the narrative. This plot structure gives the book a cold feel (no pun intended here). While the romance angle does add a warmer, more human touch to the plot, it is often overshadowed by the action-driven military aspects. Dargin's characters, while a bit harsh (but consider their circumstances) are believable, well-developed, and their relationship is an interesting part of the narrative. The concept is fascinating, if not disturbing. Freezing people just to thaw them out for combat at a later date. It's the ultimate dehumanization of warfare without going entirely over to machines.

Dargin's work is not for everyone. It's the first in series. I'm not a fan of serials, but this one does stand alone more than other serial novels I've read. It's also contains elements of erotica which might not sit well with traditional science fiction fans. I suggest that readers get over that here and now and take this one. It's an interesting, well-crafted read that crosses genres nicely.


MY REVIEW (On Goodreads) 4-STARS
I really enjoyed Cold Warriors - the author did a great job with world building and detailing the military lifestyle of the characters. I've always loved a$$-kicking female leads and this title didn't disappoint, plus the hero is the kind of strong, competent type that makes my heart go pitter-pat. (Men in uniform...~sigh~)
Lots of action and thought-provoking intrigue fill the pages. My only complaint is that the romance felt distant to me, though I did love the ending! What? No, I'm not going to tell you what happens at the end! Go read the book... ;)


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THE SEQUEL IS ALSO AVAILABLE:

"Calypsis Project" by Brittany M. Willows

I was privileged to read and review science fiction adventure Calypsis Project by Brittany M. Willows. This is the author's debut novel and I was lucky to see her at this stage--with her talent, I fully expect her to rise like a star!



BLURB:

Humanity has all but abandoned a dying Earth, ravaged by plague and pollution. Six decades following the colonization of the planet Anahk, a series of events triggers a devastating war between the United Nations Planetary Defense and an extraterrestrial organization known as the Drocain Royal Empire. NOVEMBER 2438 . . . Ten years have passed and still the battle rages on. With no signs of a conclusion in sight, the men and women of the UNPD have been forced into desperation as the human race moves ever closer to the brink of defeat. And now, the fate of the entire galaxy may rest on the shoulders of a single alien warrior: the shamed graduate, Kenon Valinquint—a young Drahkori who enrolls in the Drocain Royal Empire in the hopes of one day redeeming himself. Unbeknownst to the young warrior, his decision has set in motion a staggering chain of events that could very well change the direction of the war, and the known history of the universe, forever.


AMAZON REVIEWS:

4.5-STARS - "Non-Stop Scifi Action" by Michelle O'Leary
If you like the Halo universe, you will love The Calypsis Project by Brittany M. Willows. I've seen enough Halo (some of my family members are frankly obsessed with the game series) to recognize many similar elements and terminologies between the game and this story, though this book is in no way a copy of that gaming universe! Unique in plot and development but with a familiar military feel, The Calypsis Project will give Halo and scifi fans a fresh, exciting adventure.

In The Calypsis Project the human and alien nations clash in a brutal war. But what seems like a straight-forward conflict becomes far more complex when the characters (both human and alien) discover clues that lead them to the mysterious Calypsis Project. An eclectic set of individuals slowly draws together into an uneasy alliance bent on finding the truth and revealing the fate of the entire galaxy.

This fragile alliance created wonderful tension and often humor throughout the story. I especially liked the humans' snarky sarcasm, like this quote from Lt. Lance Knoble:
“Sure, fine, ‘cause having two of the aliens I hate the most suddenly becoming my allies is wonderful. Just great,” he ranted, then pointed at Alana. “But don’t you get pissy with me if I accidentally shoot one of these bastards through the head!”

The writing was mostly smooth (just an occasional rough transition/interaction), the dialogue consistent and entertaining, and the world-building impeccable. In the first half of the book, I did feel some emotional distance from the characters but became deeply invested by the end of the story. Only my own personal preferences kept this book from receiving a 5-star (I'm not a huge fan of military scifi and I prefer a romantic element in my reads.)

For those who love scifi action and mystery, The Calypsis Project should be next on your reading list.

5-STARS - "The Definition of Good Scifi" by Jane Lavuire
I especially admired reading through The Calypsis Project because it wasn't hard for me to see in the story that Brittany M. Willows clearly has a true passion and definitely lots of talent when it comes to writing in the science fiction genre

I have always been a huge fan of most kinds of sci-fi, so naturally I found myself sucked in quite quickly because the book has a solid foundation made up of everything that has always made the genre so appealing for me. There's vivid battles, extremely dynamic characters, and a creative and different plot that tops it off to be easily one of the best books that I have read all year. There's a lot of elements that you would typically expect in a science fiction book, but with the author's own original and very creative twist and style that gives a fresh new spin on the archetypes that she has chosen to incorporate into the story.

Overall, it's different and not a typical read for the genre but I think this is what makes The Calypsis Project so satisfying for me; the author isn't afraid to do something different and she does a great job at it.

5-STARS - "An Entertaining Read!!" by Joannes Rhino
The Calypsis Project is an absolute read for readers with an insatiable passion for science fiction. It has a fast-paced narrative that would definitely keep you excited to the end. Imaginative and creative in equal measure, Brittany’s writing style really shines throughout this sci-fi piece. The growing cast of characters is also drawn exceptionally well and overall it just feels like such a nice read.

I also write a sci-fi book, but nothing like this. Mine is more about romantic – scifi kinda thing. But this one is a real futuristic entertainment. ‘The Calypsis Project’ is more about action than drama. It had me turning pages at warp speed and holding my breath wondering what was coming next. I sometimes paused a bit in the middle of the reading just to picture the scenes as if I was watching it in the big screen. Well, it would be perfect watching this in a movie theatre.
I consider myself lucky to be selected to read and review this book. I really am hoping there will be the sequel for this.

5-STARS - "Great Scifi Read for Teenage Boys" by A Wondering Dawn
I bought this book for my foster son who really enjoys military-oriented sci-fi novels. Basically anything that combines supernatural creatures and war. He's fascinated by those kinds of stories. In my house we have a mom/kid book club where I'll read books side by side my kids and we discuss them. I picked this one out for my 14 year old and I'm so happy I did.

The book focuses on two viewpoints- those of 'human soldiers' and 'alien warriors'. There isn't a difinite enemy in this book. There are both good and bad characters, but neither aliens nor humans are necessarily bad. In a way it kind of reminded me of the movie "Avatar"- except with a bit less romantic influence. The main character is an Alien named Kenon- who almost from the very beginning of the story will capture your admiration and keep it. He's a really unique character in the fact that he's NOT a human soldier in the war between aliens and humans- but rather an alien. So many sci-fi books that are written based on wars between two creatures tend to pick humans as the main characters and also the 'good guys'. This book didn't do that. It puts you in a place where you can empethize with both creatures. But both my son and I, right from the start, had a liking for Kenon.

Kenon is a character that brings forth a lot of the heroic aspects of what you expect from an action novel. He's strong-willed, courageous, brave, and independantly minded (which, lets face it, during war not many soldiers are thinking with their own ideas). The book creates a storyline where Kenon has to befriend the enemy (humans). I really love stories with this 'different species uniting' concept as a basis. Whenever I read books like that with my kids it opens up the discussion of racism and prejudices. As we read the story we get to discuss how different kinds of people interact, how we're all different in cultural aspects, but at the base of our being we're all quite similar. Many of my foster kids are a different race than me and I feel it's really important to be open to hearing about their culture and traditions and self-image opinions. Books like this help them open up. It's difficult to find books for boys with a message of unity, but this book definitely did that- and I loved it.

This book did have a few grown-up themes (obviously a bit of violence and such), but I felt it was age appropriate for kids 13 and up. It was very well-written. Easy to read yet very vivid in the descriptions of the characters and scenery. I'm not typically a reader of sci-fi novels, but my son is and he rated this two thumbs up. I enjoy it for what it was- a good storyline backed with likable characters and a unique set of obsticles they had to overcome.


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