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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Review: A Touch of Crimson
A Touch of Crimson
Author: Sylvia Day
Release Date: Oct 4, 2011
Publisher: Signet
Renegade Angels #1
ISBN: #978-0451234995
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Format(s): Paperback (356 pgs), e-book
Book Source: Publisher
About the book:
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Can a love that transcends death survive a war between angels, vampires, and lycans?
An angel with immense power and insatiable desire, Adrian Mitchell leads an elite Special Ops unit of the seraphim. His task is to punish the Fallen--angels who have become vampires--and command a restless pack of indentured lycans.
But Adrian has suffered his own punishment for becoming involved with mortals--losing the woman he loves again and again. Now, after nearly two hundred years, he has found her: Shadoe, her soul once more inhabiting a new body that doesn’t remember him. This time he won't let her go.
With no memory of her past as Shadoe, Lindsay Gibson knows only that she can't help being fiercely attracted to the smoldering, seductive male who crosses her path. Swept into a dangerous world of tumultuous passion and preternatural conflict, Lindsay is soon caught between her angel lover, her vampire father, and a full-blown lycan revolt. There’s more at stake than her love and her life--she could lose her very soul...
What G & U are talking about:
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A Touch of Crimson is the debut novel in the new Renegade Angels series. Gikany and Una jumped at the chance to read something different a bit ago, and this novel was included in that leap of faith. We are eager to report that this novel and series did not let us down, it was overall exciting, fresh and enthralling.
A Touch of Crimson takes place during our time, but angels, vampires and lycans exist alongside us, invisible to mere mortals. The world and mythology in the Renegade Angels is intriguing. The role of the lycans and the creation of the vampires are fascinating. The angels, a sect of warriors from the Judeo-Christian religion, are engaged in a battle with a group of fallen angels who have become vampires. Although the religious aspects are not forthright, it is basis of the mythology from where the story and characters unfold.
One element that Una had difficulty with is that angel Adrian, the leader of the elite group of angels, is often blasphemous. It was rather odd since he is working for God to be taking his master’s name in vain. This, combined with other elements, reinforces the old adage that God has mysterious ways and we assume, is flexible with his Sentinels. Adrian is truly complicated, caught between duty and desire – an intriguing conflict since angels are not supposed to feel desire or any emotions. This inner battle of choice is gripping as it is seen not only in Adrian but in other characters as well.
The element of Lindsay being a vessel for an additional soul was very intriguing. The question of whether Adrian’s interest is for Lindsay or Shadoe (the other soul within Lindsay) was an interesting twist to the idea of a love triangle. We enjoyed Lindsay’s strength and compassion. She was a well-developed character that truly came to life off the page.
A Touch of Crimson was a gripping page-turner filled with wonderful sexual tension and suspense. The Renegade Angels Novels to be a fresh and wonderful new series and we cannot wait until the next novel, A Hunger so Wild, releases.
Their Rating:
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Enjoyed - strongly recommend (A-)
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Review: Demons Like It Hot
Demons Like It Hot
Author: Sidney Ayers
Release Date: Dec. 6, 2011
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Demons Unleashed #2
ISBN: #978-1402251771
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Format(s): Paperback (448 pgs), e-book
Book Source: Publisher
About the book:
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A RECIPE FOR DISASTER...
Matthias Ambrose is a demon mercenary who never took sides, until his attraction to the spunky caterer he was hired to kidnap leads him to almost botch a job for the first time in eight hundred years. Now he must protect her from his former clients, but even an ice-cold demon like Matthias struggles to resist her fiery charms.
OR THE PERFECT RECIPE FOR PASSION...
Completely engrossed with planning menus and prepping recipes for her shot at cooking show fame, star caterer Serah SanGermano refuses to believe she's on a fast track to Hades.
But how's she supposed to stick to the kitchen if she can't stand the heat of her gorgeous demonic bodyguard?
But how's she supposed to stick to the kitchen if she can't stand the heat of her gorgeous demonic bodyguard?
As a diabolical plot to destroy humanity unfolds and all hell breaks loose in Serah's kitchen, she and Matthias find themselves knee-deep in demons and up to their eyeballs in love...
What B is talking about:
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What self-respecting chef with a demon problem wouldn’t jump at the chance to be on a popular televised cooking show if it meant saving her catering business from financial ruin? Serah SanGermano has gotten used to the idea of demons (both good and bad), imps, the existence of succubae, and angels, and she’s fine with it, really, if only they’d stop trying to sabotage her catering jobs and blow up her kitchen.
Some mistakes can never be undone, and while Matthias Ambrose has learned that lesson well over the long centuries of his existence, his latest mistake could mean the end of the world. Literally. Once a target he was paid by the Infernati to kidnap, Serah has now become his mission, and keeping her safe is his one chance to save all of humanity.
Serah was the heroine’s best friend in Demons Prefer Blondes (review HERE), the first novel in the Demons Unleashed series, and I was glad to see her get her own book this time around. As the more reserved of the pair, she is reluctant to accept her destiny, but proves that she is truly heroic at heart. The entire novel is filled with a quirky, fun mix of contradictions. Serah doesn’t have faith in herself, but has no doubts as to her friend (and Paladin) Kalli’s ability to return her demonically trashed kitchen to sparkling cleanliness within moments.
Matthias is an alpha male in need of redemption. Rather than coming across as a tired device, however, Ayers seems to gleefully heap all manner of discomforts on our hero, giving his role in the story an unexpectedly sweet turn, and making it easier than it otherwise might have been to hope for his eternal happiness alongside Serah’s.
Serah and Matthias are convinced they are completely wrong for each other, but they are destined to be together anyway. This sort of planned HEA could have played out too predictably, thereby robbing the story of some of it’s hottest and best moments, but Ayers makes it a lot of fun to watch their collision into each other. The tension between the two is both charming and sexy, and is perhaps even more erotic than when they are giving into temptation.
One of my favorite things about Demons Like It Hot is that Ayers gives her heroine a healthy sense of humor and plenty enough snark to drive her man insane. Matthias has a slightly easier time of it than Rafe, from the first book in this series, but he’s still left grinding his teeth a good bit, which I found fairly delightful. It would be difficult to explain why, exactly, that is so much fun, so it’s much better to just read along and enjoy.
B’s Rating:
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Liked it a lot - recommend (B+)
Books in the Series:
Monday, November 28, 2011
Review: Visions of Skyfire
Visions of Skyfire
Author: Regan Hastings
Release Date: October 4, 2011
Publisher: Signet
Awakening Novel #2
ISBN: #978-0451234971
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Format(s): Paperback (384 pgs), e-book
Book Source: Publisher
About the book:
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Every witch has a destined mate, an Eternal who will serve as her guardian and complete her powers. Once the coven has awakened, the witches must race against time to join with their Eternals and protect the relics that will prevent the destruction of the world…
The Awakening is upon Teresa Santiago. Despite training for this moment since she was a child, Teresa is unprepared for the vastness of her power or for her attraction to Rune, her Eternal protector and destined mate.
United by purpose—and passion—Teresa and Rune must locate one of the missing artifacts before its power unleashes the forces of darkness on the world. His strength and her ability to summon lightning should be enough to protect them from the government agents charged with imprisoning witches. But their enemies are both mortal and magical—and danger follows Teresa at every turn.
In this ultimate battle between good and evil, only through sacrifice will love conquer all…
What G & U are talking about:
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Gikany and Una jumped at the chance to read something different. The world of witches described in Visions of Skyfire sounded really intriguing. We found this alternate urban fantasy compelling; the world and mythology is really interesting. However, we found the characters to be a bit…redundant and trite.
Gikany read the first book, Visions of Magic, however, Una did not. That being said, Una did not feel as if anything was truly missing. She was able to immerse herself into the world easily; understanding the political atmosphere and the new world order. Gikany found that reading Visions of Magic allowed her to appreciate some of the finer nuances of the second book. She was able to understand the subplots that wove through this novel.
The world is rich and interesting in this Awakening series, harking back to the long ago witch trials. In this world, magic has awakened and witch-hunts have once again begun, uniting to the world against a common foe, ironically enough. The story takes place against this backdrop. Our hero, Rune the Eternal, and heroine, Teresa, were paired by the Gods themselves, to bind themselves together and tasked with finding one of the pieces of a relic hidden to protect the world hundreds of years before. The original coven of witches created and used the relic in a ceremony, which ended in ruin nearly destroying the world.
This is where the author lost us. Her attempts to illustrate the unimaginable betrayal Rune felt at the hands of Teresa’s previous incarnations and Teresa’s badly bruised heart from loving the wrong man became repetitive and annoying. Rune believed he was never going to trust her, and Teresa believed she was never going to love him, but they had no problem with performing a Mating Ritual that would bind them together for eternity. It got old. We feel it detracted a bit from the overall enjoyment of the world and the adventure.
Even with this issue, we feel that Visions of Skyfire was a great adventure. We look forward to the next book in this exciting new Awakening series.
Their Rating:
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Liked it, but I had some issues - recommend (B)
Books in the Series:
Visions of Skyfire: Awakening Novel 2
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Contest Winner - L.C. Dean
I would like to thank everyone for stopping by That’s What I’m Talking About for my special author interview with L.C. Dean. I also want to thank L.C. for graciously donating an electronic copy of her newest release, Ginger Snaps for Two, or any of Decadent Publishing’s holiday-themed books for the giveaway.
Every person that commented on the post was entered into the contest - one entry per person. The winner was selected using random.org.
The Winner:
jfort357
CONGRATULATIONS!!
I am sending the winner an email verify the address before the author sends a ebook. You have until Friday December 2, 2011 (end of day) to contact me. If I don’t hear from you by then, I will draw another winner.
Thank you and Happy Reading!
Sunday Snippet #86
Dead Mann Walking
Author: Stefan Petrucha
ROC
October 4, 2011
He was at the pump, had the nozzle in his hand, but for whatever reason he couldn’t seem to get it into the gas tank. Weirder still, each try was lazier than the last. He didn’t stop trying; he just got slower and slower. I was as fascinated as Ashby, watching him push the nozzle against the side of the truck again and again, wondering if it would ever go in. After a while, it looked like he was missing on purpose.
Clunk. He tried. Clunk. Again.
Then he started talking. No window, so it was easier to hear what he had to say.
“Who gives a fuck?” he said loudly. “Who gives a fuck?”
“A fuck … heh-heh,” Ashby parroted.
I had a bad feeling. “Maybe you shouldn’t be looking out there, Ashby.”
I fished in my pockets, hoping to find something shiny he could play with. The only thing I had was my recorder and the bills, and I wasn’t about to hand either over.
The light changed, so I figured we’d be spared the rest of the scene. Only the bus driver didn’t move. He was busy staring at the chak, too.
“Who gives a fuck?” the chak said again.
He stretched the last word. It melted into a familiar tone that matched the rumble of the bus. I knew that tone. One feral coming up. That chak was going down hard. Any minute, he’d be moaning. I had no idea why, but I doubted it was the nozzle. Maybe he’d had the worst day in his unlife, or maybe he’d just had enough.
No reason we had to watch, though.
I called to the driver, “Buddy, light’s green!”
He gave me a dirty look, then went back to staring.
“Light’s green, heh-heh.”
I tried again. “Maybe you want to get out of here?”
“Who gives a …” the chak said one last time.
His moaning started in midsentence, low and long, a nice, deep, vibrating bass.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Quickie Review: A Karma Girl Christmas
A Karma Girl Christmas
Author: Jennifer Estep
Release Date: Available now
Bigtime Superheroes Series (Short Story)
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Format(s): e-book
Book Source: Author
About the book:
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It's Christmas time in Bigtime, New York, but society reporter Carmen Cole isn't in the mood to celebrate since her husband, Sam, has to go on a business trip and might not make it home for the holiday. But Carmen has plenty to keep her busy, since she moonlights as Karma Girl, a member of the Fearless Five superhero team.
On Christmas Eve, Carmen, as Karma Girl, is assigned to guard toys, clothes, food, and more that are intended for needy children and their families. But an ubervillain also has his eye on the toys and plans to steal and then sell them to the highest bidder. Carmen will have to use all her empathic powers just to stay alive, not to mention make sure Christmas is a happy one for all the kids who are counting on her. It's all in a night's work for a superhero ...
Note: This is a 14,000-word story that takes place after the events of Jinx, the third book in the Bigtime series. It can also be read as a stand-alone holiday story.
What G & U are talking about:
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A Karma Girl Christmas is a short story, as stated on the author’s website, from the Bigtime series. Gikany and Una have not read this series, but it did not detract from the book at all. It can definitely be read and enjoyed as a stand-alone story.
This delightfully short and sweet story is a wonderful light-hearted read. We enjoyed the characters and the fun little world that Ms. Estep has created. It feels a little like Gotham but without all the dark fog and brooding people. Karma Girl, for a superhero, feels so much like the girl next-door and the characters are quite charming in their own unique way. Reading this short story was simply a fun little romp.
Feel free to download A Karma Girl Christmas to read after you’ve set the tree up, and are looking to relax. We suggest enjoying it in front of a fire with a steaming cup of tea (Una’s preference) or cocoa. At only $0.99, how can you go wrong?
Their Rating:
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Enjoyed - strongly recommend (A-)
Books in the Series:
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Being Thankful...
I wish to all of my US readers a very Happy Thanksgiving, and to the rest of you - a peaceful, relaxing day!
I am thankful for many things this holiday season. First, I am thankful for my family, especially my two children. They fill my heart with such joy, and I am overwhelmed with love for both of them. Although they have been known to drive me bananas, I can’t imagine life without them. Now, excuse me while I go send them to their respective rooms. LOL!
I am thankful to each of you that stops by my blog to read the reviews and posts. I love the comments, tweets and emails. Knowing that I have connected to fellow book-lovers makes me so happy. Thank you!
I am thankful for my wonderful review team: B, Una, Gikany, Vampbard and Nima. These women have been dear friends for the past few years, and I am so glad that they have agreed to share their thoughts and opinions with you all. They have given this little blog a chance to grow - going from one to two reviews per week to a review almost every day. Their friendship and support have helped me continue, even when I’ve been overwhelmed or feeling blue. Thank you!
I am thankful for the readers, authors and bloggers that make up the romance community. You have all touched me in many ways. From the kindness in your hearts to the wonderful words you write. I have found a home and I enjoy it so much. Thank you!
I am thankful for my friends. Both new and old, silver and gold. Even when I've been a distant, grumpy bear, they find ways to lift my spirit and give me hope. Thank you!
What are you especially thankful for this holiday season?
I am thankful for my friends. Both new and old, silver and gold. Even when I've been a distant, grumpy bear, they find ways to lift my spirit and give me hope. Thank you!
What are you especially thankful for this holiday season?
Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Reading!
Jen aka
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Review: Bloodstone
Bloodstone
Author: Nancy Holzner
Release Date: Sept. 27, 2011
Publisher: ACE Fantasy
Deadtown #3
ISBN: #978-0441021000
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Format(s): Paperback (336 pgs), e-book
Book Source: Publisher
About the book:
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Boston’s diverse South End is known for its architecture and great restaurants, not its body count. So when mutilated human corpses begin turning up in the area, the entire city takes notice. The killer—dubbed the South End Reaper—uses a curved blade for his grisly work. And even though there’s no real evidence pointing to a paranormal culprit, the deaths are straining the already-tense relations between Boston’s human and inhuman residents.
As the bodies pile up, Vicky, her formidable aunt Mab, and her werewolf boyfriend Kane investigate, only to find that the creature behind the carnage is after something much more than blood….
What I’m talking about:
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Once again, demon-hunter Victory (Vicky) Vaughn, finds herself involved with the darker side of Boston’s paranormal scene. She has a day job - demon-slayer for hire, but it’s the extra-curricular hunting that’s putting her life - and those she loves - in danger.
Bloodstone takes place shortly after the conclusion of Hellforged (review HERE). Once again, Ms. Holzner does an amazing job of creating a stand-alone story within the context of a larger story arc. You don’t have to have read the earlier books to enjoy Bloodstone, but I highly recommend it because the stories are so good.
The story opens with Vicky just “doing her job” of killing off unwanted nuisance demons - this time a “7 deadly sins” demon has created too much sloth and gluttony in a gym. Ms. Holzner’s sense of humor shines here and for the duration the story. Vicky has a snarky side - a dry wit that made me smile several times.
After completing her job, Vicky and her werewolf boyfriend, Kane, visit Vicky’s “normal” sister and family in the suburbs. I really enjoyed the family dynamics in this scene, as well as throughout the book. Every interaction Vicky has with her sister Gwen, niece Maria and the mysterious Aunt Mab allows the reader to see more depth in our kick-ass heroine. We learn more about why Vicky’s sister gave up her paranormal powers and witness Gwen’s struggle watching her own daughter begin to develop shape-shifting abilities. In addition, Vicky’s relationship with Kane seems to have deepened and is more heart-warming. These parts of the book do not overwhelm the plot, but add just the perfect amount of “emotion” and perspective to create a rich storyline and sincere characters.
Of course, life doesn’t remain all sunshine and roses for Vicky. Soon she discovers that her nemesis, “cousin” Pryce, is still in the picture, with his demon father killing off innocents to revive Pryce (who remains in a coma after the events in the last book). Also, Vicky’s missing vampire roommate, Juliet, remains on the run from the mysterious and ultra-evil “Old Ones.” These two storylines merge and create an intricate plot which brings Aunt Mab from Wales to Boston to help Vicky defeat the bad guys. (The phrase “This time it’s personal” is very appropriate.)
Ms. Holzner’s world is a fun one - zombies that love junk food, yet full of action - demons with nefarious plans. The storyline alone is exciting and at times a bit gruesome. The plot is engrossing and clever - I was surprised by a twist near the end as Vicky discovered more about the killings taking place in Boston, but it was the revelation fit the story and added the ideal emotional punch. In addition, Ms. Holzner commentary on the human condition via the human (norms) vs paranormal (monsters) strife, gives a serious yet non-preachy aspect to the book.
All-in-all a fantastic book - one that I couldn’t put down. A bit reminiscent of Buffy and Angel, with a voice all its own, the Deadtown series is one to add to your must read list!
My Rating:
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Enjoyed - strongly recommend (A-)
Contest Winner - Infinite Betrayal
I would like to thank everyone for stopping by That’s What I’m Talking About for my Authors After Dark 2012 Feature Author Spotlight with Gayle Donnelly and Robyn Mackenzie. I also want to thank Gayle and Robyn for graciously donating an electronic copy of their newest release, Infinite Betrayal for our giveaway.
Every person that commented on the Author Spotlight was entered into the contest - one entry per person. The winner was selected using random.org.
The Winner:
Sariah
CONGRATULATIONS!!
I am sending the winner an email verify the address before the authors send the ebook. You have until Monday November 28, 2011 (end of day) to contact me. If I don’t hear from you by then, I will draw another winner.
Thank you and Happy Reading!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Review: Mountain Claiming
Mountain Claiming
Author: L. C. Dean
Release Date: July 2011
Publisher: Decadent Publishing
1 Night Stand Series
Genre: GLBT, M/M Romance
Format(s): e-book
Book Source: Publisher/Author
About the book:
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When Madame Eve and her 1 Night Stand offer a chance at escape, Daniel Long drops the yoke of submission and runs to the Castillo Resort, Grand Turk and the hope of a future without repression. Everything on the island steals his breath including the gorgeous hotel owner, Jagger Castillo. Daniel quickly discovers he’s out of bondage and way out of his comfort zone.
Jagger isn’t expecting the gift Madame Eve drops on his doorstep, but once he realizes how precious the present is, he won’t let go without a fight. The only question is, can he claim Daniel before the night slips away and cheats them both of paradise.
Jagger isn’t expecting the gift Madame Eve drops on his doorstep, but once he realizes how precious the present is, he won’t let go without a fight. The only question is, can he claim Daniel before the night slips away and cheats them both of paradise.
What B is talking about:
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Shy, haunted Daniel Long knows he doesn’t fit in among the happy guests at the Castillo Resort, but the lure of escape and possibility offered by the mysterious Madame Eve was just too hard to resist. His one hope is that a 1 Night Stand may be the very thing he needs to begin a whole new life.
Jagger Castillo loves his life in a resort by the sea, but has given up on the idea of his own happily ever after. One look at Daniel, though, and his opinion is decidedly altered. If only he could break through the wall the beautiful mountain of a man is hiding behind and discover the desires he keeps so well hidden.
Mountain Claiming is a quick, easy-to-read short, with a big story to tell. Dean packs a lot of emotional tension in a relatively few pages. Daniel is easy to fall in love with and he and Jagger are wonderful together as they try to find their way to true happiness.
The idea of having only one night to forever change the course of a life and find true love guarantees that there’s little time for potentially burdensome details, but in this case I’d have happily read any additional particulars Dean might have offered. There seems to be so much more to these two characters than can be explored in such a short tale, but, as Jagger so neatly puts it, “Dusk to dawn is not much time for a fresh start, so quit worrying about me and get on with discovering what gives you joy.”
Dean has done a lot with Mountain Claiming, considering these stories are supposed to be quick, steamy reads. Aside from a nearly too tidy shift in personality for one of the main characters at the end of the story, this was a solid, fun read. On the whole, Mountain Claiming has a lot going for it. Both main characters are distinct in their personalities, there are serious themes which are treated with appropriate consideration, and I found myself hoping for a happy resolution from the very beginning. While I have not had the opportunity to read any other titles in the 1 Night Stand series, I very much enjoyed this one, and feel that Dean is definitely an author to watch in the GLBT Romance genre.
B’s Rating:
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Enjoyed - strongly recommend (A-)
GIVEAWAY: for a chance to win this great book or another one of Decadent’s titles, please see yesterday’s interview with L.C. Dean, HERE.
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Monday, November 21, 2011
Author Interview & Giveaway - L.C. Dean
Hello Readers! Today I bring to you erotica author L.C. Dean. L.C. has lived all over the United States from the glorious South to the freethinking West Coast, but returned home to the Midwest over a decade ago, and now resides in the beautiful state of Minnesota. L.C.’s main goal professionally is to push the boundaries her often puritanical upbringing created. Writing about love that does not need society to define it, has been a freeing experience for her and her characters, and she hopes that readers find a similar joy in the reading.
Originally, L.C. was going to come by to tell me a little bit about her new holiday-themed story, Ginger Snaps for Two. However, as you will read below... things didn’t end up that way! But even though L.C. didn’t make it to my office, she did send along some goodies, so stay tuned after the interview for details about a special GIVEAWAY that L.C. is sponsoring.
The day of the interview, I was expecting L.C. to come by, so I was a little thrown when three people walked through my door. Did L.C. bring some of her characters with her? I started to rise, gesturing for them to make themselves comfortable opposite my desk. “I’ll grab another seat.”
The tall gorgeous man, with skin the color of polished black walnut, shook his head. “No need.” With barely an effort he slid the visitors’ chairs together and created a wide, raised spot with the broad arms. His simple white dress shirt followed his movements, and I contemplated hiring him to rearrange my entire house. Maybe he could get the other guy to come along and make it a perfect afternoon. I’m telling you, I could probably sell tickets.
The gorgeous redheaded perched gracefully on the makeshift pedestal with Mr. Tall and Delicious to her left. The other man sank to his knee and slid her high heels from her feet so she could get comfortable without slashing my white leather chairs with her three-inch spikes. I love a practical man.
A shiver shook the young woman as he ran his thumbs over her arches and then dropped into the empty seat with a chuckle. “Sorry, didn’t mean to tickle, sweets,” he whispered softly to her, but I caught it, and her “yeah right,” sounded a bit breathless. She shook her head but contentment softened her eyes as she tucked her bare feet beside his thigh. I assumed he had to be the author, as the other man was far too Alpha not to be the male lead, but thick blond hair and an irresistible grin made him more than hot enough to be a hero. He wasn’t as tall as the first guy, but his wide shoulders and narrow hips spoke well of the muscles hidden behind his bright blue button-up.
I sat back down and searched my notes. The eBook title is Ginger Snaps for Two. The stunning woman had to be the heroine, so which man was the author and which was the hero? Both touched her in a possessive manner: a long, dark hand rested casually on her thigh, and a broader tanned one rubbed her back in slow and sensual circles, almost as if he wasn’t aware he did it.
“How about if we start with introductions,” I began. “I’m, Jen.”
“Selleck Mathews.” My hand disappeared in the grasp of the first man, and a flash of him touching me in more intimate places with his strong fingers made me uncomfortable in ways a woman should not be around another woman’s man. Something about Selleck urged me to give my will over to him and allow him to do with me as he would.
I shifted my attention to my other guests hoping my thoughts didn’t show on my face.
The blond flashed his killer grin again. “Neil Trygstad.”
Now, I was really baffled. Neil Trygstad as in Trygstad Technologies? “Excuse me? I assumed you were the author.” A glance at my notes told me I was wrong. “Is L.C. Dean a pen name?”
The woman laughed. “It is but not his. L.C.’s a bit shy so you’re stuck with us.”
“Oh.” I knew I should have read the book. “I’m a little confused then, I was expecting to do an interview with L.C. about her new holiday-themed ebook.”
Leaning forward, the redhead offered me her hand with a wicked smile. “I’m Ginger.”
And the light dawned. It took me a moment to shift from the sweet image the title had initially conjured to the hot one it implied. I laughed at myself. “Well, that certainly puts a different spin on things, doesn’t it?”
They all three chuckled and Neil laced his fingers through Ginger’s. “Decadent Publishing wanted a hot ménage filled holiday, so L.C. asked us if she could tell our story for Decadent. Decadent is actually offering several naughty yet nice three-way adventures this year.”
“Interesting. Many readers are fascinated with threesomes. Can you tell me a little about yours?”
Selleck made a choking sound and a flush turned Ginger’s fair skin red, but Neil rescued me again with a wink. “I assume you meant how this came to be not the specifics of what goes on in our bedroom, though if you want the truth it’s hotter than any fantasy I’ve ever had, and L.C. doesn’t spare the details.”
“For now, let’s stick to info about how you met and I’ll read about the rest in private.” My cheeks had to match the heroine’s in color. Blood pounded in my ears and warmed my face.
Neil settled back, his thumb caressing Ginger’s knuckles. “Selleck and I have been together a little over two years. He keeps me grounded and I try to show him the fun side of life, but we both felt something was missing, so we went looking for a third, a woman who could balance us and maybe soften our lives a bit.”
Ginger brushed a kiss over his temple. “Instead, they found a bitch.”
Selleck practically growled. “Don’t say that ever again.”
Neil nodded in agreement with his partner, but the gorgeous woman simply shrugged before looking at me. “It’s true. Maybe not so much anymore, but….”
“Enough.” Selleck’s scowl brooked no argument. “You were stressed. There’s a difference.”
The dynamic among the three of them was compelling to witness. Sexual awareness and something more, tenderness perhaps, arced like electricity, linking them all in a way I had never experienced before. I cleared my throat and brought their focus back to me.
“So, Ginger, if you could describe your relationship to outsiders, what would you say?”
She looked from one man to the other, her features soft and open. “I’d say Selleck and Neil are exactly what I’ve always prayed for but never hoped to find.”
The interview continued for nearly an hour, but when I looked back on the transcript to see what I wanted to share with all of you today, Ginger’s one line said it all. I quickly sent an email off to L.C. thanking her for sending me these wonderful characters to interview.
More about Ginger Snaps for Two
Ginger Burke is a hard-nosed bitch who micromanages every aspect of her world, including the subs she controls as a part time professional Domme. No one has ever been foolish enough to think she has a soft side.
Selleck Mathews knows what it’s like to hide behind what others expect, letting down his guard only around the gentle compassion of his partner, Neil Trygstad, who wants nothing more than to love and be loved. Together they are nearly content except they long for a woman, someone to laugh at Neil’s jokes and crave Selleck’s gentle dominance.
Ginger’s needs ring in her voice and shimmer in her expressive blue eyes. Once the guys decide to break through her shell and find the sweet center, they have no intention of letting up until her control snaps and she settles in their arms for the ideal Christmas, perhaps even the perfect forever.
In addition to the holiday release, Ginger Snaps for Two, L.C. has a deliciously erotic yet sweet m/m called Mountain Claiming which is part of Decadent Publishing’s 1 Night Stand series. To see B’s review 4-star review of Mountain Claiming, click HERE.
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GIVEAWAY
Thank you to L.C. Dean for so much fun and sending Ginger, Selleck and Neil by That’s What I’m Talking About. L.C. is graciously giving away one (1) eBook of any of Decadent Publishing's holiday releases or anything from her back list. Please leave your comments for L.C. by Friday November 25, 2011, at 9:00 PM EST to be eligible for the contest. One entry per person, winner will be selected from eligible entries using random.org. Contest is open internationally; please leave your email address so the authors can send you the book. Thank you to L.C. for this fun giveaway!
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