Showing posts with label Book Review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Book Review. Show all posts

Monday, April 17, 2023

WTF ~ Review


WTF
Westbrook Elite Book #4
by Cambria Hebert
Release Date: January 10, 2023 

I don’t do commitment. And though I swing both ways, I don’t do men either.
It’s too messy, too stressful, and just asking for trouble.
I’d rather shine bright like the sun than drown in the rain, so I adopt a pounce-and-bounce lifestyle for which my sparkling charm keeps me from being hated.
When I show up in Sweden for a semester abroad, I expect a roomie. What I don’t expect is Lars. The storm to my sun. The test of my patience. How easy he makes it to forget all my reasons for staying away from guys.
No big deal. I’ll just pivot from pounce and bounce to roomies with benefits. I’ll get to indulge in that side of me, then leave it half a world away. What happens in Sweden stays in Sweden… until he follows me home.
Lars shows up at Westbrook looking like my little brother’s new swim bro. Just as alluring as he did before.
And all I can do is ask myself, WTF?
My resolve for an uncomplicated, stress-free life isn’t something I’m willing to give up for anyone, even if his icy-blond hair begs for my fingers and those pale-blue eyes are haunted by shadows.
I might be the sun, but I am not his sun, and it’s not my job to chase away whatever sent him running here. He swears it isn’t me. But I’m calling bullshit. Why else would he show up on my turf?
But then shit starts happening, and the shadows in his eyes turn to panic. I catch a glimpse of the bruises on his creamy, flawless skin.
I can’t keep him at arm’s length anymore. I don’t want to. Protecting him means surrendering to everything I always refused. His destruction or mine.
The choice is simple, so achingly absolute that I can’t help but wonder once more…
WTF?

Please note that WTF contains stalking and domestic abuse (not between the main characters). There is also mention of (off-page) parental death. Some readers may find these things uncomfortable.
WTF is part of the Westbrook Elite series but can be read as a standalone.
 ~     ~    ~    ~    ~ 
Oh my grumpy angel!, April 11, 2023
Ok, I knew I needed this book before I even knew it was being written, & it did NOT disappoint!! Win & Lars story was everything I hoped it would be & more! While the Westbrook Elite books can be read as stand alones I highly recommend reading each & every one! Each new release brings us closer to the Bro family we have already grown to love, & personally I can not get enough! Each has won me over in a different way, & I am continuously surprised & excited for everything each new relationship brings to this world. As if the excitement, suspense, & bro hood weren’t enough we are treated with a good dose of competition, laughter, & sarcasm too. What a ride WTF has been while we’ve gotten to know Lars while bringing out a whole new side of Win too. And, now there are several more characters I hope we get to hear more from very soon. Seriously though … I NEED them SOON!
CLICK HERE to get your copy on Amazon!!!!
Free in Kindle Unlimited!
Also available worldwide:
Cover Design: Cover Me Darling LLC
 ~     ~    ~    ~    ~ 

 ~     ~    ~    ~    ~ 
 ~      ~    ~    ~    ~ 
ALSO AVAILABLE IN THE WESTBROOK ELITE SERIES
Welcome to Westbrook University…
Where the only thing more elite than the Ivy League academics and exclusive enrollment for the monied is the swimmers.
Some colleges might revere football, baseball, or even hockey, but not Westbrook.
At Westbrook, it’s all about the water. Or rather, who’s in it.
More than one Elite swimmer has gone on to become a decorated Olympian and nationwide sensation, so it’s all eyes on the hot men who spend more time in Speedos than jeans.
Eventually, though, these guys have to get out of the pool. And when they do?
Love, drama, and jealousy await.
Westbrook Elite is a college sports romance series of stand-alone novels with sexy swimmers, suspense, and page-turning plots. The only promise the author makes is that each book will have a happy ending… But who knows what it will take to get there?
Check out WESTBROOK ELITE here: https://amzn.to/3XhSW3b
  ~    ~ 
Click Here to check out Book 1 ~ WET!
CLICK HERE to get your copy on Amazon!
UK: https://amzn.to/3bAJ8ye 
CA: https://amzn.to/3P0Fc8t 
AU: https://amzn.to/3ukSKDV 

Free in Kindle Unlimited!
Also available in paperback: https://amzn.to/3NN49mG
 ~    ~    ~  
Click Here to check out Book 2 ~ Wingspan!
CLICK HERE to get your copy on Amazon!!
 ~      ~    ~    ~  
Click Here to check out Book 3 ~  WISH!
CLICK HERE to get your copy on Amazon!!!!
Free in Kindle Unlimited!
Also available worldwide:
 ~      ~    ~    ~    ~ 

CAMBRIA HEBERT
Cambria Hebert s a bestselling novelist of more than fifty titles. She went to college for a bachelor’s degree, couldn’t pick a major, and ended up with a degree in cosmetology. So rest assured her characters will always have good hair.

Besides writing, Cambria loves a pumpkin spice latte, staying up late, sleeping in, and watching K drama until her eyes won’t stay open. She considers math human torture and has an irrational fear of chickens (yes, chickens). You can often find her running on the treadmill (she’d rather be eating a donut), painting her toenails (because she bites her fingernails), or walking her chihuahuas (the real bosses of the house).

Cambria has written in many genres, including new adult, sports romance, male/male romance, sci-fi, thriller, suspense, contemporary romance, and young adult. Many of her titles have been translated into foreign languages and have been the recipients of multiple awards
Awards Cambria has received include:
Author of the Year 2016 (UtopiaCon2016)
The Hashtag Series: Best Contemporary Series of 2015 (UtopiaCon 2015)
#Nerd: Best Contemporary Book Cover of 2015 (UtopiaCon 2015)
Romeo from the Hashtag Series: Best Contemporary Lead (UtopiaCon 2015)
#Nerd: Top 50 Summer Reads (Buzzfeed.com 2015)
The Hashtag Series: Best Contemporary Series of 2016 (UtopiaCon 2016)
#NERD Book Trailer: Best Book Trailer of 2016 (UtopiaCon 2016)
#Nerd Book Trailer: Top 50 Most Cinematic Book Trailers of All Time (film-14.com)
#Nerd: Book Most Wanted to be Adapted to Screen: (2018)
Amnesia: Mystery Book of the Year (2018)

 ~      ~    ~    ~    ~ 
"Like" her on Amazon &  Facebook
Click here to join the Share Squad!
Posted by at No comments:
Labels: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

The Heir of Shadow & Stone ~ Review

 
The Heir of Shadow & Stone
Shadow & Stone Series
by Rue Volley
Publication Date: March 25, 2023

BRED TO KNEEL. BORN TO RISE.

A Maiden
Sixteen-year-old Everleigh Aeress has spent her life preparing to serve the Kingdom of Stone.
She's bathed in milk and lavender, worn fine silks, and sipped on vanilla honey chamomile tea to soothe and prepare her body for what's to come, along with the other Stone Maidens who were all chosen at birth by the purity stone.
Soon they will all face the trial of Acheron, their Serpent God, to prove they are worthy of carrying an heir to the throne.

A Future King
Arrowe Brumah spends his days charming whomever he desires, but none matter to the boy who longs to be King.
His heart belongs to no one. His true desire is power. His focus is on the crown.
But a chance meeting in the Library of Acheron threatens to unravel his plans when a girl with emerald green eyes unknowingly bewitches him.

A Vampire Prince
Cullen Moore, chosen heir to The Kingdom of Shadow, spends his days reading books and sipping on blood rose tea.
He longs for someone to challenge him. But none do.
Three-hundred years have passed since he received the immortal gift from his father, The King of Shadow, Raiden Moore, and he's given up on love.
But something threatens their Kingdom and every vampire behind the Shadow Gate.
Cullen's mother seeks his help, and he is happy to answer the call.
But what he finds outside the walls of The Kingdom of Shadow proves to be more than he could have ever imagined.

*This book is not meant for those who are easily offended by age-gap romances with vampires, forced captivity, toxic sexual relationships, morally gray characters, manipulative coercion, and opinions against organized religion and stripping women of their reproductive rights.
If you can handle all that, I welcome you to the world of Shadow and Stone.

This tale skillfully transports us across the realm, soaring through time with a myriad of magical beings, each bringing another missing sliver of their history pre-war & right back to the present. Be prepared for a darker journey in this age old battle of good vs. evil, magic vs. mortals, with a few taboo & triggering (for some) situations & sensitive topics. All well written & relevant to the era & stories entailed …. never too dark, simply adding to the individual characters’ roles, views, or experiences. This really is a great book!! There is so much happening within each border that kept my attention from the different backgrounds to learn & all the quirky, aggravating, & snarky attitudes involving all characters from royal families to vampires, shifters, fae, dragons, witches, & even mortals being held, brainwashed, & used. We are quickly brought up to date without skipping a beat, & you already know you’re being left begging for more! Book 2 …. I need you!!
Free in Kindle Unlimited!
Click here to get your copy on Amazon!

 Check out my fabulous Book Box! 

Wow! WOW!! Wow!!! I received my book box for The Heir of Shadow & Stone by Rue Volley & am blown away by all of the amazing items Rue put together for us! Not only are they gorgeous, but so fitting to this tale! I think my favorite item is the stunning little spoon with flavored tea! There’s also a mask pin, stickers, a lovely bookmark with a serpent, the map printed in color along with gorgeous artwork depicting scenes from the book, & a scroll letter with all the info. about the needs to knows & character notes. LOVE IT ALL! 
Huge thank you to Rue Volley for creating these amazing book boxes for us fans!!

The Heir of Shadow and Stone is a dark and enticing read filled with everything my fantasy heart craves. Vampires, witches, shifters, dragons, a thrilling new world filled with danger, and even the hint of blooming romances... It kept me flipping pages until the very end. I loved every bit! I need the next book! ~ Cameo Renae - USA Today Bestselling Author

"With The Heir of Shadow and Stone, Volley delivers a daring fantasy in a dazzling new world, and I can't get enough!" ~ Casey L. Bond, award-winning author of Where Oceans Burn

"A detailed world like you've never seen. Rue showcases her talent to transport readers to new realms with the turn of every page. If you think you know the magnitude of her ink slinging, you haven't seen anything yet. Prepare to be blown away in the best way possible."
~ Stacey Rourke, award-winning author of The Journals of Octavia Hollows 

"Rue has created a rich tapestry of haunting art woven with dark, fantastical history, memorable characters, and hidden truths that explore themes of inequality, racism, and women's rights." ~ Shyla Colt, USA Today Bestselling Author
 

Rue Volley
Rue Volley is a USA Today Bestselling Author and award-winning screenwriter who is best known for creating compelling storylines with a multitude of twists and turns that leave her readers virtually speechless. 

She specializes in paranormal romances that include otherworldly characters who, regardless of their supernatural abilities, feel oddly familiar, or in other words, human. This, coupled with her easy reading style, a wicked sense of humor, and excellent world-building skills, has garnered her a fiercely loyal fan base over the past decade who support her regardless of what genre she chooses to write in.

Some of her best works include Hemlock, The Dead Boy's Club, 13 Ways to Midnight, Hellhound, The Devil's Gate, and A Vampires Tale of Blood and Light. All of which utilize her skill at piecing together compelling dramas that highlight her love for vampires, witches, angels, and demons across many genres, including young adult, new adult, urban fantasy, and erotic romance. 

Rue Volley's work seems to be synonymous with one phrase in the publishing world. 

Thoroughly addictive. 

She is accredited with two award-winning screenplays for film, Hellhound (original script, 2014) and Awakening (contributing screenwriter, 2015). IMDb: imdb.com/name/nm7043310/ 


 For business inquiries, please contact via email.

Posted by at No comments:
Labels: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)