Blog Tour: Mutinty by Jacqueline Gardner (Giveaway)

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Welcome to The Wormhole and my day on the tour.

It is my pleasure to feature Mutiny and Jacqueline Gardner.
We have been lucky enough to have a guest post!

Guest Post 2 - Being Opposites

My husband and I are opposites.  He has blond hair and blue eyes, and I have black hair and brown eyes.  He can have hour long conversations with complete strangers, and I have a hard time opening up to people.  He's a total early bird, and I'm a die-hard night owl.  And the list goes on and on.

When the two of us first started dating, I would always come home thinking the same thing.  I really like him but we have absolutely nothing in common!  But after getting to know him better, I realized I was wrong.  Though opposites at first glance, we were actually a lot more alike than either of us had ever thought.  So much in fact that it didn't take long for us to start thinking the same things at the same time.

In my book MUTINY, Eric and Mariella (the two main characters) are complete opposites.  Eric is a soldier who thinks a lot like a computer.  He calculates probabilities and scenarios before making a choice, and he has been brought up to always follow orders.  Mariella is a rule-breaker.  She usually acts before she thinks, and she lets her emotions guide her decision making.

By the end of the book, Eric and Mariella discover that they are tied together in a way they never could have imagined.  Their personalities actually complement each other and they end up learning something new about themselves.  First impressions usually aren't correct.   

Mutiny

M.E.R. series, #1

Book Blurb:

Eric's life aboard a top secret stealth submarine as a member of the government’s M.E.R. program has been about discipline, cunning and survival.

As both a soldier and a natural born regenerator, he can heal from any wound, but to stay alive he must accept a vein-burning serum that prevents his DNA from over-mutating. In exchange Eric must follow his Chief Commander’s every order. And never ask questions, no matter the assignment.

When he goes ashore on his first solo mission he runs into a complication he didn't expect; Mariella, the target’s daughter. She’s about to change everything.

Author Bio:

 Jacqueline Gardner works as a Story Editor for the production company, Labragirl Pictures. Her love of storytelling began at an early age when she would make up stories with her grandmother before bedtime.

 In early 2010, she completed her first novel and has been stuck on writing ever since. She resides in Colorado and loves hiking, writing, fantasy fiction, and all things cupcake.

 Website: www.jacquelinegardner.com

 Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorjacquelinegardner

 Twitter: @Writer_Jacque

Giveaway!

2 sets of - one free e-copy of Mutiny and
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Blog Tour: Serial Date by DV BeRkom

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DV BeRkom and Serial Date.

About the Author:

DV Berkom grew up in the Midwest, received her BA in Political Science from the University of Minnesota, and promptly moved to Mexico to live on a sailboat. Several years and at least a dozen moves later, she now lives outside of Seattle, Washington with her sweetheart Mark, an ex-chef-turned-contractor, and writes whenever she gets a chance. You're welcome to email her at dvb @ dvberkom.com or chat with her on Facebook and Twitter- she loves to hear from readers as well as other writers.
For more information, you can visit her website at www.dvberkom.com.

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Serial Date

By DV BeRkom

BLURB:

A retired assassin. A serial killer with a social agenda.

A politician with a fondness for free-range livestock.

Determined to leave her old life behind, retired assassin Leine Basso accepts a job working security at one of television's most popular reality shows, Serial Date. When a contestant is found dead in the prop closet, it appears the killer is one of the 'bachelors' on the show- an ex-con billed as a serial killer- but the detective in charge of the case isn't so sure.

Santiago Jensen, a homicide detective with a playboy reputation is assigned to the reality show murder case. There's instant attraction when he meets Leine Basso, but until they catch the murderer, he has to keep his distance.

When Leine's estranged daughter is abducted by a man claiming to be the real killer, she's forced to rely on old skills to find her, and must come to terms with who she really is. She soon realizes the murderer may be a grisly remnant from her past and she'll need to use all of her cunning to stop him and rescue her daughter.

...and now to feed your need to read...

EXCERPT:

SERIAL DATE

Chapter 1

  

Peter Bronkowski peeled himself away from the prop closet. He needed air. The onlookers parted to give him space.

Oh my God, oh my God, they're going to shut us down. When this gets out the motherfuckers are going to crucify me. All the hard work, the hustling, the endless lunches listening to that blowhard Senator Runyon, all of it would be for nothing. Peter shook his head to clear it. His breath came out in fast gasps, threatening to hyperventilate.

At first, Peter thought it was a grotesque looking mannequin with fake blood stains down the front and side of its torso. The moment reality clicked, a jolt of shock split him, pooled behind his eyes and slid to his gut. With dawning comprehension, Peter realized the blood was real. And it was no mannequin.

It was Mandy.

Peter turned back to the prop closet. Everyone stared at him, as if he had the slightest idea what to do now. Fuck. He couldn't see a way out of this. Too many people had seen the body. He thought of his brother, Edward, but brushed the idea away.

Mandy was dead. Murdered. Sweet, small-town-sexy Mandy. Who would want to kill her? Now Tina, yeah, he could sort of see that, she could be quite the bitch. But Mandy? And which one of the cons did it? No getting around it, he'd have to call LAPD. They'd be swarming all over the place. Better find another home for Edward. He wasn't going to like that one bit. Edward didn't do well with change.

Gene Dorfenberger walked toward him, pushing people out of his way.

"Give him some room! The man can't think with you crowding him like that." Reluctantly, the small crowd began to disperse, a few stealing one last look at the gruesome sight.

Gene glanced at Mandy's body and shook his head. "Now why would somebody go and cut off her arm?" He edged closer, squatting to take a better look. "And an ear? What kind of sick fuck would do that?"

Peter froze. "Her ear's missing?"

"Yeah."

Peter shook his head to clear it. It can't be. He took a deep breath to try to stop the dizziness. Everything was spiraling out of control.

Originally slated as low-cost filler for summer, Serial Date had turned into the most watched reality show on television. Less than a year and a half ago he couldn’t get the mailroom clerks to return his calls much less the now regular invitations to private parties and dinners with the network brass. They all wanted a piece and Peter had happily parlayed the lust for the extraordinary profits generated by the show into extra bargaining power.

This is it. It's over. We'll never recover.

"It's going to be rough. You're going to have to do some major damage control." Gene's sharp gaze traveled from the massive amount of blood soaked into the costumes scattered around Mandy back to Peter.

Peter nodded, his expression grim. "We've got to get somebody legit in here so the cops'll think we're taking steps to keep the contestants safe."

If Gene took offense at the comment, he didn't show it. "I think I know just the person. It'll take some doing, but I hear she's strapped for cash."

Peter looked at Gene with disbelief. "She? Gene, we need somebody who'll keep the fucking cops at bay, not another broad on the set."

Gene shook his head. "Oh, this one ain't just another broad, believe me."

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Review: Spectral by Shannon Duffy

Spectral by Shannon Duffy

* I received this book in exchange for an honest review.

Amazon Product Description:

Convinced she’s a part of the witness protection program, sixteen-year-old Jewel Rose is shuffled around the globe with her family like a pack of traveling gypsies. After arriving at lucky home twenty-seven, she stumbles upon a mysterious boy with magical powers claiming to be her guardian . . . and warning of imminent danger. Despite the obvious sparks between them, Jewel discovers a relationship is forbidden, and the more she learns about dark, brooding Roman, she begins to question who she can even believe — the family who raised her, or the supposed sworn protector who claims they’ve been lying to her all along.

As she struggles to uncover who her family has really been running from, she is forced to hide her birthmark that reveals who she is. With new realities surfacing, unexplained powers appearing, and two tempting boys vying for her heart, Jewel battles to learn who she can trust in an ever growing sea of lies, hoping she’ll make it through her seventeenth birthday alive.

My thoughts:
Wonderful characters, fast-paced, intriguing, engaging storyline, all around good read!!!
Shannon Duffy has created characters that you fall for instantly.  The "bad guys" are nasty and well developed.  The kind of antagonists that you love to hate! All the characters are given personalities that bring them to life in your mind as you read the story.  She sets them in a world that is constantly tilting for them, keeping them off-balance and running.  She has blended a magical, realistic world that is both fantastic and believable.  The plot is intriguing and the suspense is sustained to the end.  The romantic element is nicely done, keeping it teen while being meaningful, realistic and sweet.  The idea of family and what is means and symbolizes for the characters is a wonderful element in the story.
It's an all-around good read.  You don't want to miss this one.

Blog Tour: Soulstone by Katie Salidas (Giveaways too)

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Welcome to The Wormhole and my day on the tour.

It is my pleasure to feature Katie Salidas and Soulstone.

About KATIE SALIDAS:

Katie Salidas is a Super Woman!

Endowed with special powers and abilities, beyond those of mortal women, She can get the munchkin off to gymnastics, cheerleading, Girl Scouts, and swim lessons. She can put hot food on the table for dinner while assisting with homework, baths, and bedtime… And, She still finds the time to keep the hubby happy (nudge nudge wink wink). She can do all of this and still have time to write.

And if you can believe all of those lies, there is some beautiful swamp land in Florida for sale…

Katie Salidas resides in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mother, wife, and author, she does try to do it all, often causing sleep deprivation and many nights passed out at the computer. Writing books is her passion, and she hopes that her passion will bring you hours of entertainment.
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Soulstone: Book four of the Immortalis series by Katie Salidas

It’s a desperate time for rookie vampire Alyssa, and her sanity is hanging by a slender thread. Her clan is still reeling from the monumental battle with Aniketos; a battle that claimed the body of Lysander, her sire and lover, and trapped his spirit in a mysterious crystal. A Soulstone.

Unfortunately, no amount of magic has been able to release Lysander’s spirit, and the stone is starting to fade. Weeks of effort have proved futile. Her clan, the Peregrinus, have all but given up hope. Only Alyssa still believes her lover can be released. In despair, Alyssa begs the help of the local witch coven, and unwittingly exposes the supernaturals of Boston to unwanted attention from the Acta Sanctorum.

The Saints converge on the city and begin their cleansing crusade to rid the world of all things “Unnatural.” In the middle of an all-out war, but no closer to a solution to the dying stone, Alyssa is left with an unenviable choice: save her mate, or save her clan.

Katie has offered each tour stop the ability to giveaway an ecopy of Soulstone ~ to enter for the chance to win - please fill out the form below:

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This giveaway is a print set of the entire Immortalis series which consists of one omnibus edition of the first 3 books and a copy of Soulstone.  Author's Rafflecopter below:
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Blog Tour: Spectral by Shannon Duffy

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My review will post on May 24, 2012 - - - this is a great read!

Welcome to The Wormhole and my day on the tour.

It is my pleasure to feature Shannon Duffy and Spectral.

Shannon Duffy has kindly stopped by to offer us a look inside the author with this interview.

It was great to get to know her and I am thrilled to share.

? How many jobs did you have before you became a writer?

Too many to count. From working as a babysitter, in clothing and makeup stores as a teen, to a nurse.

? How long does it take you to write a book?

It varies, but I need a good six months for sure or a little longer. I wouldn’t win any speed writing contests, that’s for sure.

? What would you say is your most interesting writing quirk?

I don’t know if it’s interesting, but I’m a crazy editing fool. I’ve never been an actual editor, so I don’t know why I’m so anal about it. Sometimes though, it’s hard for me to get even a paragraph down without going back over what I’ve written several times. I try to turn it off and have done it like…once. LOL To top it off, whatever I’ve written for the day, I send it to my iPhone to read and ponder over some more that night—thus why I probably wouldn’t win any speed records for writing a novel. But! At least when I’m done, I’ve got a pretty clean manuscript. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.

? Where do you get your ideas or inspiration for your characters?

They mostly come to me at night when I can’t sleep, which is often. I have trouble shutting my mind off sometimes, but if the ideas keep rolling in that way, bring it on!

? How do you decide what you want to write about?

I like to write about something that I know I’d like to read. I wrote a middle grade story that I know I would have absolutely loved to read when I was a kid. I was all about reading Fantasy stories and pretending I was that character who could fly, time travel, talk to a spider…or whatever. As an adult, I love reading Paranormal Romance and Dystopian so that’s what I’m writing. If that changes, I’ll write something else.

? What are you reading right now?

Right now I’m reading the end of Cinder by Marissa Meyer and loving it. I also can’t wait for Insurgent by Veronica Roth to come out very soon. I usually have two or three books on the go at any given time.

? What do you like to do when you are not writing?

Other than hanging out with my family, I like to horseback ride, shop, go boating, and I love traveling.

? What is your favorite comfort food?

Anything carb related. Carbs are my nemesis, I swear. Popcorn or French fries would be good. Or popcorn and French fries.

? What do you think makes a good story?

Something that can hold my interest and make me connect with the main character. And for me, it has to have a happy ending or I’ll be very disappointed.

Fun random questions: 

·        dogs or cats? Dogs, definitely dogs. I have two of them. A Yorkshire Terrier named Bambi and a German Sheppard named Skyla. Besides, my son and I are both allergic to cats so it’s an unfair contest. J

·        Coffee or tea? Easy. Coffee!! Chocolate raspberry flavor is my favorite.

·        Dark or milk chocolate? Milk chocolate for sure. I know the dark kind is better for you, but I prefer milk chocolate.

·        Rocks or flowers? Haha. Why flowers it is. Give me yellow roses and I’m a happy girl.

·        Night or day? Hmm. Well, day I think. I think of swimming, beaches, boating, sunny afternoons…but night can be fun, too.

·        Favorite color? Purple!

·        Crayons or markers?  Crayons. I don’t like the squeaking sound markers make. I’m sound sensitive to noises like that. LOL

·        Pens or pencils? Pens, blue ink.

Shannon Duffy's Bio:

Shannon Duffy writes young adult and middle grade fiction. She grew up on the beautiful east coast of Canada and now lives in Ontario, Canada. She is the mom of one boy, Gabriel, her angel. She loves writing, reading, working out, soccer, and the sport of champions-shopping. She is the author of the young adult paranormal romance, SPECTRAL. Her upcoming middle grade fantasy novel, GABRIEL STONE AND THE DIVINITY OF VALTA is scheduled for a January 2013 release.

Spectral Summary

Convinced she’s a part of the witness protection program, sixteen-year-old Jewel Rose is shuffled around the globe with her family like a pack of traveling gypsies. After arriving at lucky home twenty-seven, she stumbles upon a mysterious boy with magical powers claiming to be her guardian . . . and warning of imminent danger. Despite the obvious sparks between them, Jewel discovers a relationship is forbidden, and the more she learns about dark, brooding Roman, she begins to question who she can even believe — the family who raised her, or the supposed sworn protector who claims they’ve been lying to her all along.

As she struggles to uncover who her family has really been running from, she is forced to hide her birthmark that reveals who she is. With new realities surfacing, unexplained powers appearing, and two tempting boys vying for her heart, Jewel battles to learn who she can trust in an ever growing sea of lies, hoping she’ll make it through her seventeenth birthday alive.

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Book Release: Suffocate by SR Johannes

It is May 21st and guess what that means?

 S.R. Johannes’ Suffocate is out today!

Suffocate is the first novelette in THE BREATHLESS series. It is a 15,000 word young adult thriller that combines the dystopic and science fiction genres.

Here’s a little about the novelette…

“For centuries, the world outside the Biome has been unlivable. Today, marks the first time anyone will attempt to leave the suffocating ecosphere. Eria is not worried because her scientist father has successfully tested the new Bio-Suit many times. It's a celebratory day until something goes horribly wrong. In the midst of tragedy, Eria uncovers a deep conspiracy that affects the very air she breathes.

If those responsible find out what she knows, they won't stop hunting her until she takes her last breath.”

The 2nd novella in the series, CHOKE, is scheduled for Fall 2012. The 3rd, EXHALE, is scheduled for Winter 2013.

You can purchase Suffocate for only 99 cents at


Amazon or Barnes and Noble


Also you can add it on Goodreads! - http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13648347-suffocate

And in case you were wondering here is a bit about the author –

S.R. Johannes is author of the Amazon Bestseller Untraceable and a current nominee of the Georgia Author of the Year in the Young Adult category. After earning an MBA and working in corporate america, S.R. Johannes traded in her expensive suits, high heels, and corporate lingo for a family, flip-flops, and her love of writing. She lives in Atlanta Georgia with her goldendoodle Charley (notice he is listed first :), her British-accented husband, and the huge imaginations of their little prince and princess, which she hopes- someday- will change the world. You can find her hanging out online and visit her at srjohannes.com

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Book Promotion: Rae of Hope by W.J. May

This book and author are beomg presented by Bewitching Book Tours.

Welcome to The Wormhole!

It is my pleasure to feature:

W.J. May and her book Rae of Hope.

About the Author:

Wanita May grew up in the fruit belt of Ontario - St.Catharines. Crazy-happy childhood, she always has had a vivid imagination and loads of energy.

The youngest of six -- four older brothers, and sister -- they taught her at a young age to be competitive in all aspects of life.

At sixteen, she began competing in athletics (track and field) and before she turned seventeen, she was representing Canada in high jump. She continued to compete, breaking Canada's JR High Jump record (1.92m - 6' 3 1/2" for those metric-ly challenged). She attented University of Toronto, and Kansas State University - graduating with a BS degree in Kinesiology and beginning her Masters in Business.

She is currently married, and the mother of three adorable kids.

After her father passed away in 2009, from a six-year battle with cancer (which she still believes he won the fight against), she began to write again. A passion she'd loved for years, but realized life was too short to keep putting it off.

Her first book, Rae of Hope - from the Chronicles of Kerrigan - is available Nov 15, 2001 by Mitchell Morris Publishing. It is contracted as a four book series and available in print and ebook through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Smashwords and other online sites.

She is currently represented by Dawn Dowdle of Blue Ridge Literary Agency. Wanita is a writer of Young Adult, Fantasy Fiction and where ever else her little muses take her.

Links:  Blog, Author website

Rae of Hope by W. J. May
Publisher: Mitchell Morris Publishing, Inc
YA Fantasy

How hard do you have to shake a family tree to find out the truth about the past?

Fifteen-year-old Rae Kerrigan never questioned her family’s history. That is until she accepted a scholarship to Guilder Boarding School in England. Guilder is an exclusive, gifted school. Rae has no idea what she is getting herself into or that her family’s past is going to come back and taunt her.

She learns she is part of an unparalleled group of individuals who become inked with a unique tattoo (tatu) on their sixteenth birthday. The tatu enables them to have supernatural powers particular to the shape of their ink-art. Both of her parents where inked, though Rae never knew, as they passed away when she was young. Learning about her family's past, her evil father and sacrificial mother, Rae needs to decide if there is a ray of hope in her own life.

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Review: Her Man Flint by Jerri Drennen

Her Man Flint by Jerri Drennen

*I received this ebook in exchange for an honest review.

Amazon Product Description:
If James Bond and Cleopatra Jones had a daughter, Adriana Kent would kick her ass.

Everything Adriana knows about being a top-notch, undercover agent she's learned from her partner, Flint Morgan, in and out of the sheets. That is, until he's caught between those same bed linens with another woman. Heartbroken, Adriana refuses to forgive him. But when 'the other woman' is found dead in Flint's apartment, she steps up to prove his innocence--he might be a womanizer, but he's no killer. 

As Adriana closes in on a suspect, she's kidnapped and sent overseas to a sadistic prince who collects women like priceless pieces of art. Now this tough as nails agent finds herself playing the helpless courtesan to a man hell-bent on breaking her spirit. Flint arrives in the nick of time, dressed as a harem girl, fighting off randy guards and surly camels to rescue Adriana so they can fly back to the states to find a way to exonerate him for murder.


My thoughts:
Her Man Flint is well-written, entertaining, easy to read and hard to put down.  
It has an intriguing plot and characters that you can invest in.  Flint is that man we all look for, but aren't sure we really want to find.  Flint and Adriana's "relationship" is challenging because they are both either too proud or too stubborn to admit that they want to be together.  The author has also created bad guys that you truly love to hate.  
This story takes the reader on a roller coaster ride of emotions, the twists and turns keeping the reader on the edge of the seat until it all comes to a somewhat predictable but heartwarming ending.
I enjoyed the entire story and hope to read more from Jerri Drennen.

Review: Rae of Hope by W.J. May

Rae of Hope by W. J. May


Publisher: Mitchell Morris Publishing, Inc

YA Fantasy

How hard do you have to shake a family tree to find out the truth about the past?

Fifteen-year-old Rae Kerrigan never questioned her family’s history. That is until she accepted a scholarship to Guilder Boarding School in England. Guilder is an exclusive, gifted school. Rae has no idea what she is getting herself into or that her family’s past is going to come back and taunt her.

She learns she is part of an unparalleled group of individuals who become inked with a unique tattoo (tatu) on their sixteenth birthday. The tatu enables them to have supernatural powers particular to the shape of their ink-art. Both of her parents where inked, though Rae never knew, as they passed away when she was young. Learning about her family's past, her evil father and sacrificial mother, Rae needs to decide if there is a ray of hope in her own life.

My thoughts:
This story has a little bit of a Harry Potter meets PC Cast feel.  


I like the characters.  They are widely varied, believable and easy to get attached to.  The storyline is both entertaining and engaging.  The story reads well and flows smoothly.  

This book is well written and I will be recommending it to the YA readers at the school where I work.  I can't wait for more in The Chronicles of Kerrigan.

Review: Just One Drop by Quinn Loftis

Just One Drop: Book three - Grey Wolves Series by Quinn Loftis

Amazon product description:
Jennifer Adams, best friend to Jacque Pierce and Sally Morgan, spicy, out spoken, a little crazy and human...or so she thought. Jen has just found out that human DNA is not the only thing that resides in her veins, she happens to share that little pesky werewolf gene, although it isn't more than just a drop. Now that she and her friends are living in Romania with Fane's pack, she is also oh so conveniently stuck with the object of her affection, the fur ball Decebel. Drawn to each other by something they don't understand Jen finds herself frustrated by the lack of mating signs between her and said fur ball. Not only is she dealing with that not so un-frustrating problem, she now has been informed that because of that little drop of werewolf blood in her she is now required to attended a multi-pack gathering for un-mated wolves. This type of gathering hasn't taken place in over a century but with a shortage of females among the werewolf population the males are getting worried they won't ever find their true mates. Meanwhile Decebel struggles with the emotions he is feeling towards Jen. He tries to keep his distance but there is just something about the mouthy blonde that keeps him coming back for more of her verbal abuse that he just can't seem to get enough of...go figure.

My thoughts:
This is one more fantastic installment in the Grey Wolves Series from Quinn Loftis.  I like it as much as I did books one and two and I am positive that I will like book four as much too. 

Quinn Loftis has brought those fabulous characters, that I have already fallen in love with and completely invested in, back for another round.  This story is Jennifer and Decebel's.  I have been eager for them to have their own story since the beginning so I was thrilled when they did.

This story is wonderful.  The writing is smooth and paced well.  The word choices and story line are thoughtful, intriguing and entertaining.  Emotional rollercoaster - this one had me laughing out loud - Jennifer and Decebel's reactions and interactions are somehow both heartfelt and hilarious - and on the edge of my seat - wondering if they would figure out their feelings for each other and if when they did figure it out if it would be allowed by the pack.

In this story you will find romance, mystery, deception, betrayal, love, loss, laughter, tears, friendship, heartache, honor, desire, loyalty and what it means to be family.  Don't miss out on this series.

Review: Starring into the Eyes of Chance by Kay Dee Royal

Starring Into The Eyes of Chance by Kay Dee Royal

Amazon Product Description:
Olivia endures a thirty-four year passionless marriage, discovering her dead husband’s philandering history at his funeral. She devotes her energy and life-long sensitivity with animals to her wildlife refuge and preserve.


Chance, a Lycan alpha and leader of the Lycan International Investigation Agency (LIIA) throws himself into his investigations. He chooses to neglect his duty of finding a primal-mate after watching his father become an empty shell over the loss of his.
A murderous rogue pack draws Chance onto Olivia’s wildlife preserve, sending Olivia’s animal sensitivities into overdrive. Chance and Olivia discover a sizzling force driving them together.

Will they succumb to its enticing tether, or fight to resume their loveless lives apart?
 
My thoughts:
This is a different shifter book than what I normally read.  I enjoyed the characters and the story very much, but there was a sexual element that was both unexpected and a little over the top for me.
     Olivia is a fantastic character.  She runs a wildlife preserve and has a sensitivity to animals which allows her to feel their emotions.  The fact that the main character is in her fifties was great, I think that will appeal to many readers.  She is strong and independent, liking the person that she is and the life that she has created for herself. 
     Chance is a wonderful character too.  He is what we all think of when we picture an Alpha; strong, attractive, sensitive, caring, protective.  The supporting characters too are easy to invest in and get attached to. 
     The story is well-written and well-paced.  The story was entertaining, although in my opinion, could have had less forced, degrading sexual experiences - - - I will however be looking for the next book in the series because I like the characters and can't wait to see where they go from here.
     I liked the ending, but was hoping for more about Trevor and Lindsey - perhaps they will be the next book. 

Blog Tour: Just One Drop by Quinn Loftis

This virtual book tour is presented by Bewitching Book Tours.

I am so sorry Quinn - I am late with my post:(

Guest post by author Quinn Loftis!



Just One Drop Play List

All I Want Is You- U2

Alone In This Bed- Framing Hanley

Angel- Natasha Bedingfield

Apologize-OneRepublic

Ashes- Andy Brown

Be Mine- David Gray

Behind These Hazel Eyes- Kelly Clarkson

Bleeding Love- Leona Lewis

The Book of Love- Peter Gabriel

Bound To You- Christina Aguilera

Breathe in Breathe Out- Mat Kearney

Breathing- Jason Derulo

Brighter Than The Sun- Colbie Caillat

By My Side- Tyrone Wells

Colder Weather- Zac Brown Band

Complicated- Avril Lavigne

Crazy- Andy Brown

Cry- Jason Walker

Cut- Plumb

Down- Jason Walker

E.T.- Katy Perry

Echo- Jason Walker

Express- Christina Aguilera

F**kin Perfect- Pink

Fall for You- Secondhand Serenade

Far Away- Nickelback

Fight for Love- Elliott Yamin

Fight for You-Jason Derulo

Fix a Heart- Demi Lovato

For Your Love- Jessica Simpson

Forever- Firelight

Garden- The Outsiders

Give Your Heart a Break- Demi Lovato

Grenade- Bruno Mars

Haunted- Taylor Swift

Here Without You- 3 Doors Down

Hero- Enrique Iglesisa

Hold My Heart- Sara Bareilles

Holding On and Letting Go- Ross Copperman

Hurricane- Mindy Smith

Hurricane- 30 Seconds to Mars

I Don't Wanna Fight- Westlife

I Don't Wanna Let You Go- Ross Copperman



I Need You- Faith Hill and Tim McGraw

I Remain- Alanis Morissette (From Soundtrack of Prince of Persia: Sands of Time)

I Will Come to You- Hanson

I Will Love You- Fisher

I Won't Give Up- Jason Mraz

I'd Come for You- Nickleback

If Only I- Jon McLaughlin

In My Arms- Plumb

Irresistible- Jessica Simpson

It Girl- Jason Derulo

It Will Rain- Bruno Mars

Jar of Hearts- Christina Perri

Just a Kiss- Lady Antebellum

Just the Way You Are- Bruno Mars

Just to Hear You Say That You Love Me- Faith Hill

Keep The Streets Empty for Me- Fever Ray

Let It Go- Fauxliage

Lightning Crashes- Live

Lion- Andy Brown

Lovesick Lullaby- Andy Brown

Maybe- Ingrid Michaelson

More Time-NEEDTOBREATHE (Soundtrack from P.S. I Love You)

My Body Is a Cage- Peter Gabriel

My Love, My Enemy- Dave Barnes

Never Say Never- The Fray

The One I Love- David Gray

Only One- Alex Band

Paperweight- Joushua Radin and Schuyler Fisk (Dear John Soundtrack)

Perfect- Hedley

A Place Only You Can Go- NEEDTOBREATHE

Rolling in the Deep- Adele

Secrets- OneRepublic

Set Fire to the Rain- Adele

Shelter- Hedley

Show Me How You Burlesque- Christina Aguilera

Skyscraper- Demi Lovato

Sober- Pink

Someone Like You- Adele

Strip Me- Natasha Bedingfield

These Two Hands- Hana Pestle

This Years Love- David Gray

A Thousand Years- Christina Perri

'Til The World Ends- Andy Brown

Wait For Me- Theory of a Deadman

Wait for You- Elliott Yamin

Whatchya Say- Jason Derulo



When You're Gone- Avril Lavigne

Won't Turn Back- NEEDTOBREATHE

You and Me- Ryan Star

You Can't Break A Broken Heart- Kate Voegele

You'll Accompany Me- Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band

You've Got Me- Jillian Edwards

Your Call- Secondhand Serenade

Blog Tour: Awaited by Lynn Rush

This virtual book tour is presented by Bewitching Book Tours.

You can see the entire tour schedule by clicking HERE.

You can read my review of book one: Wasteland by clicking HERE 

and my review of Awaited by clicking HERE.

Welcome to The Wormhole and my day on the tour.

I am pleased to present Lynn Rush and Awaited.

About Lynn Rush:
Driven to write, Lynn Rush often sees her characters by closing her eyes watching their story unfold in her mind. Lynn Rush is a pen name that is a combination of two sources - Lynn, the first name of her mother-in-law, who passed away and Rush - since the author is a former inline speed skater and mountain biker. All of Rush's books are dedicated to Lynn, her namesake.

Rush holds a degree in psychology from Southwest Minnesota State University and a master's degree from the University of Iowa. Originally from Minneapolis, Rush currently enjoys living in the Arizona sunshine by road biking nearly 100 miles per week with her husband of 15 years and jogging with her two loveable Shetland Sheep dogs.

Connect with Lynn online

 Catch the Rush: www.LynnRush.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/LynnRushWrites

Twitter: www.twitter.com/LynnRush

 ~~~See you in the paranormal~~~

She has joined us today for this interview:

? How many jobs did you have before you became a writer?

Including my college life? LOL. I was a waitress throughout college to make money, but after that I was a Mental Health Therapist, then an Escrow Officer and now I work part time at a bookstore. So, I’d have to say three. J

? How long does it take you to write a book?

It really depends on my circumstances and how freely the words are flowing. On average, I can produce a 75,000-word first draft in about two to three weeks.

? What would you say is your most interesting writing quirk?

What a fun question. I’d have to say I love to write while nibbling on malted milk balls! Not Whoppers, mind you, but the gourmet ones from Sprouts that have about a half-inch of chocolate around the malted center. Okay, not a half-inch…but close!!

? Where do you get your ideas or inspiration for your characters?

Anywhere and everywhere. I wake up with them, they slam into me while I’m exercising, or while out doing random things like grocery shopping or hanging out at a coffee shop. The key is to be open to them whenever and wherever. You just never know what you’re going to see, hear, or experience that might trigger an idea.

? How do you decide what you want to write about?

I don’t, really. If I get a story in my head, it has to be written or I get a little…nuts. That’s why I like this quote so much:  “If I don’t write to empty my mind, I go Mad.” ~Lord Byron

? What books have most influenced your life?

Frank Peretti’s This Present Darkness. Love how he described his demons!

? What are you reading right now?

At the time I’m typing the answers to this interview, I am between books. But I just finished Descended by Blood, by Angeline Kace. I really enjoyed it.

? What is your favorite comfort food?

Macaroni and Cheese (Kraft from the blue box!) and Malted Milk Balls. J

? What do you think makes a good story?

Characters. I just love them!! I’ll overlook minor plot issues and typos if I’m really engrossed in a character any day.

? Who would you consider your favorite author and why?

This is a toughie because it changes as I find new authors, but there are staples and they include Richelle Mead, Rebecca Zanetti, Gena Showalter and PC Cast. They all create such strong characters I’m usually vested in them immediately. J

Fun random questions: 

• dogs or cats? Dogs
• Coffee or tea? Tea
• Dark or milk chocolate? Dark—ohhhhh—TIE, I love them both
• Rocks or flowers? Flowers
• Night or day? Day
• Favorite color? Blue (right now)
• Crayons or markers? Markers
• Pens or pencils? Pencils

 Thanks for having me here! This was GREAT fun!!

On to the books...

Awaited (Wasteland, #2) –Release Date May 2012

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/AAxAz4
Book Blurb for Awaited:
     Russell Leonard is a centuries-old Guardian who’s lost faith in his purpose. So when he’s charged with procuring the first female Guardian in over two centuries, he can only hope it’s the red-headed beauty who’s been haunting his dreams for months. And if it is, he intends to claim her as his. But when he finds his dream woman, Annabelle is mute and bears no Guardian’s Mark.
     He soon realizes she’s been tainted by an ancient evil. Russell must somehow release the secrets trapped within this delicate soul to help her tap into the only weapon powerful enough to silence a millennia-old demon—her voice.

Wasteland

Wasteland, #1

Available Now

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/k6NAZa  

Amazon:  http://amzn.to/pavzwE

Barnes and Noble: http://bit.ly/pbigOg

Book Blurb for Wasteland:

 Bound by the blood contract his human mother signed four centuries ago, half-demon, David Sadler, must obey his demonic Master’s order to capture fifteen-year-old Jessica Hanks. But as he learns more about her, he realizes she may be the key to freedom from his demonic enslavement.

The only obstacle—Jessica’s distractingly beautiful Guardian, Rebeka Abbott. He must not give in to their steamy chemistry, or he will lose his humanity. But fresh off a quarter millennia of sensory deprivation as punishment for not retrieving his last target, he may not be able to resist temptation long enough to save what’s left of his human soul.

**Short Story**

Prelude to Darkness

Wasteland, # .5

Release Date May 2012

Goodreads: http://bit.ly/wnP9zi 

Book blurb for Prelude to Darkness 

For a slave, hope is a dangerous thing…

Margaret Rousseau dreams of freedom from a life of servitude. When a mysterious woman saunters into the servants’ tavern promising the impossible, Margaret dares to hope she could win the heart of the one man she has secretly coveted since she first wore a corset...The Prince.

Margaret desperately grasps for the opportunity to change her bleak destiny by placing faith in a woman who is not as forthcoming as she seems. Blinded to the stranger’s dark motives, Margaret surrenders herself to gain her heart’s desires. But her choice may bring forth a darkness that could destroy all she holds dear.