Showing posts with label Lies. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lies. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Handler by Tish Thawer

Handler 
by Tish Thawer
Publication Date: December 19, 2017
Our world was perfect––until we broke the law: Don't go out at night.

Utopian by day, dystopian by night; this is the world I recently discovered. I now struggle with the fact that our whole society has been based on a lie. There's only one way to change it––conquer the darkness we've all been raised to fear.

Live the lie; fight to the death; become a Handler. It's the only way.

A sci-fi/dystopian novel.


It seems I’ve found another author I will be stalking in the near future. (OK...not literally because that is illegal. Her book though....I definitely need more of this in my life!!) This is the 2nd book I’ve read by Tish Thawer & this is the 2nd time she has blown me away. 

Looking for a whole new take on dystopian end of the world where humanity is on the line? Look no further. What begins as a cool utopian world quickly takes a few turns toward something totally different & engaging. We’re talking layers upon layers of action packed discoveries. My mind leapt from one possibility to the next as the scenarios played out. Thawer was a step ahead the entire time though, & I was impressed.
The characters are not dull or ordinary. Their world a complete mystery to be unveiled. Even when it seems to be piecing together we are diverted with another twist. And...when the truth begins screaming from the dwinn tops you will want to listen, & follow to the end. Where I was begging for any little glimpse of what is yet to come.

I can’t wait to see what happens next!Handlers is a must read!!! And I will be on the lookout for its sequel!

Get your copy on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, & iBooks!

Tish Thawer
2017 - #1 Bestseller in Historical Fiction (Witches of BlackBrook)
2017 - Top 100 Bestselling in Paid Kindle Store (Witches of BlackBrook)2015 - Best Cover - Penned Con (The Witches of BlackBrook)
2015 - Readers Choice Award - Blogger Choice Awards (The Witches of BlackBrook)

Bestselling and Award Winning Author, Tish Thawer, writes paranormal romances for all ages. From her first paranormal cartoon, Isis, to the Twilight phenomenon, myth, magic, and superpowers have always held a special place in her heart.

Tish is known for her detailed world-building and magic-laced stories. Her work has been compared to Nora Roberts, Sam Cheever, and Charlaine Harris. She has received nominations for a RONE Award (Reward of Novel Excellence), and Author of the Year (Fantasy, Dystopian, Mystery), as well as nominations and wins for Best Cover, and Reader’s Choice Award.

Tish has worked as a computer consultant, photographer, and graphic designer, and is a columnist for Gliterary Girl media and has bylines in RT Magazine and Literary Lunes Magazine. She resides in Arizona with her husband and three wonderful children and is represented by Gandolfo, Helin, and Fountain Literary Management.

A common FAQ: "How do you pronounce her last name?"

Answer: Think "Bower" or "Thow-er". It's Persian!

@TishThawer

Monday, October 2, 2017

Charm ~ Review

Charm
A Cinderella Reversal Fairytale
by JA Armitage
Publication Date: September 26, 2017

The kingdom needs an heir and Princess Charmaine is quite aware that the job rests solely upon her shoulders. When her elder sister dies, Charmaine has to take her place at the ball designed to find her a husband. With a hundred men to choose between and her wedding planned, all she has to do is pick one.

Cynder knows about the impending war between the people of magic and those of his masters, but working as an underpaid servant in the palace kitchens leaves him with little power to do anything about it. On one hand, he's a staunch supporter of equal rights for his own kind, but he can't deny the attraction he feels for the daughter of the king and queen he works for.

When the two meet, sparks fly and not just the magical kind... 

Charm is the first in the Reverse Fairytale series by USA Today bestselling author J.A. Armitage. Take everything you think you know about fairytales and turn it on its head.


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Charm was my introductory to Armitage, & I am so glad I stumbled upon it. I have found a few gems lately reading all of these new takes on classics we have enjoyed for years. Some twisted, some reversed, & some completely & utterly out of this world. This one definitely falls into a few of those categories.

Armitage did a superb job on her Cinderella reversal! Her tale was different from any I've read recently, & it held my attention well after the end. I'm extremely excited to read the next book, Lucky Charm, especially after getting a taste of it at the very end of Charm! From the writing style, action, & mystery she brought to this world I will definitely be checking out her other series after I finish this one.


Endless Winter is a unique story that takes place in a beautiful world. J.A. Armitage's writing is lyrical and almost poetic. ~ Janelle Fila for Readers' Favorite

I devoured this book like a rich box of chocolates. ~ Sara C Roethle

J. A. Armitage
Born in a small town, J.A. Armitage longed for adventure and travel.
Age 20 she moved to Dublin, then to San Diego, then Sydney and back to California where she did a brief stint working at Universal Studios being a minder to Sponge Bob.

Once back in Britain she got married, had babies and decided to write about the adventure she was now missing out on. She works full time, is a mum to three kids and has had a surrogate baby.

She has skydived twice (and survived), climbed Kilimanjaro and hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. She has also worked as a professional clown and banana picker amongst other jobs. 

Somehow she finds time to write.

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Sunday, October 23, 2016

Whatever Happened to Prince Charming? ~ Review

Whatever Happened to Prince Charming?
by Willow Cross
Publication Date: October 22, 2016
Lost in a sea of single, forty-something women, Author Karen Mills decided to embark on what she hoped would be the adventure of a lifetime. Come hell or high water, she would find her Prince Charming and live happily ever after. Armed with a shiny new online dating profile, she set out on her quest to find the perfect match. She knew she’d probably have to kiss a few frogs to find her prince, but she failed to understand that although rare, some frogs are deadly.

 Genre: Contemporary Romance/Romantic Comedy 

Stop by the Cover Reveal ... here!

What did I like about this story? EVERYTHING! Seriously ... Willow Cross' sarcasm & witt shine through & as usual her characters had my full attention! Some of my favorite parts were Karen's dating site profiles!! I was crying real tears from laughing so hard! And that's not all, this book has a bit of everything to keep you entertained. There's drama, romance, heartache, action, mystery, investigating, comedy, & feels galore. If you enjoy a romance that has you laughing, guessing, screaming, & chasing the bad guys then you should definitely give this a try.
Get your copy on Amazon!



~ Willow Cross ~
Willow Cross is a self-proclaimed vamp enthusiast, were-hunter, prankster, dreamer, story teller, benevolent dictator of minions, and chocolate lover. She resides in Arkansas with two children still young enough to live at home, an enormous cat named Bitsy, and a neurotic dog named Tank. 

Her home has been known to host the occasional ghost and several of her friends profess to be witches. Although she dearly loves Vampires and Werewolves, they are never invited for dinner.


@willowcross



Thursday, January 22, 2015

Broken Until You ~ Cover Reveal

Broken until you ~ Until You #2
by J.R. Grant
Release Date: March 19. 2015
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Secrets... Lies... Destruction...

You can't shatter a heart if it's already broken.

She's beautiful and smart, but behind every forced smile, Blue Hamilton died a little more inside. After suffering years of abuse by the one she loved, Blue packed her bags and left town, vowing to never return.

Three years later, everything started falling into place when Blue's world is suddenly flipped upside down, leaving her one of two options- either she sells her soul to the devil, or runs into the arms of the forbidden, praying to make it out alive.

His striking personality and toned, muscular body may have gotten him anything he wanted, but Stone Walker has never been able to let his walls down and live, until Blue walks through the door.

Promising to keep her safe from the destruction of her past, Stone does everything in his power to live up to his word, no matter the cost.

Lies are exposed, secrets are revealed, and when the truth finally comes to surface, two innocent lives are forced through a whirlwind of suffering and pain.

What happens when Blue finds out the truth behind Stone's corrupted past? Can she forgive him and move on once the damage is done? Or will she walk away for good, refusing to look back?

Follow this compelling journey of love, loss and survival. If everyone makes it out alive, it will be a miracle.

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Genre: Contemporary Romance

The picture of life is black and white, plain and simple. People were either happy or sad, angry or laughing, loved or hated. There wasn’t an in-between. Some might have thought I lived a decent life. I put on a pleasurable front; laughing a lot, smiling often. Trying my damnedest to make everyone happy. I forced myself into the world, yearning for companionship, seeking immeasurable love. I’d fix myself up, striving for acceptance, determined to have a good time. However life behind the tainted walls of my destructive shadow was a complete different story. No one knew the real me. The true Blue Hamilton. I was a broken shell in the big blue sea just floating by. Tormented. Wrecked. Anguished. My heart had been shattered into a million pieces. Untraceable. My soul was damaged beyond repair. Undefinable. And the very thing others called life had been utterly wrecked. Fear ate at me like a starved monster, pulling me apart piece by piece. It sucked the life out of me, draining every ounce of hope imaginable. There was nowhere to run, nowhere to turn. No one understood my sufferings and pain. Had someone stood by my side through all the turmoil and destruction, things might have turned out differently. I highly doubted it, though. Because if I knew anything about myself; I was destined to suffer. It was inevitable. I just wanted be loved, to feel loved, but I guess that was too much to ask for. I didn’t seek a distasteful pity party, or want others feel sorry for me. That’s why I kept my past to myself. The last thing I needed was to be judged off things I’d been through, things that wrecked me completely. Only God knew the ways I’d suffered, the ways I’d lost, and even He became questionable at times. Did I believe there was an eternity? A Heaven and hell? Of course. I knew there had to be something more than what I had been living, something worth fighting for. I just couldn’t figure out exactly what. Faithfully I prayed my steps would be ordered by the Lord. I asked God to direct me, to guide me and help me, but something always got in the way every time I saw a little ounce of light. I gave everything I had, everything in me to show those close to me that I cared. But just like everyone else in this crooked world, I had to learn the hard way; you can’t make someone love you, no matter what you do. After reflecting on all I had been forced through, and how the situations dragged me down, somewhere along the line I gave up. I wasn’t sure if it really mattered, anyway. People like me didn’t deserve happiness. If anything, we woke every morning and walked the thin, dotted line, praying to make it through the day. That was all I strived for…. Survival.

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Lost until you ~ Until You #1
Publication Date: November 22, 2014
***Contains sexual content and strong language. Mature readers age 18+*** 
They had it all.There wasn't anything they could do to make their lives better.Their relationship was thriving.Their daughter was perfect. The adoration they had for one another was indescribable.They were surrounded by family and friends who loved them unconditionally. 
There wasn't a time Brax and Jazz lived with any regret, until Jazz started digging into her past.And now the happy life they once shared, has crumbled before their eyes, forcing their family through a whirlwind of emotions and pain. What do you do if your marriage gets hit with the one thing you’d never expect? Can you stand the test of time and move forward as one? Or would you throw away everything you've spent years building, because it’s the moral thing to do? 
Relationships are handed different obstacles to face, but in this case, two people are left pondering what society says is correct. If you love someone with your whole heart, more than anything in the world, they become worth the fight. They are lost until you. 

From Bestselling author of Shattered Promises 
Book One in the Until You Series~ Brax and Jazz's Story 


Books Over Bro's Book Blog: 
Lost until you GUTTED ME! It was so beautifully written and had a unique story line that will keep you glued to the book. JR Grants first book was amazing but LUY is her best work to date. I was blown away! These characters will always be in my heart! 

We Stole Your Book Boyfriend: 
WOW I cannot say enough, YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK !! You will laugh , cry, feel love, despair and probably a ton of anger!! But you will feel and be hooked and need to now how it plays out!! This is why this is a 5 star read, HOT DAMN I could not put it down. And while I am saying HOT DAMN !! Brax is a total book boyfriend, swoon worthy, hot, alpha, he takes care of his family, OMG I cannot say enough about him !! I can only imagine his brothers are just as dreamy !!!!! MORE MORE MORE of these brothers PLEASE!! 

Give Me Books Blog: 
What a beautiful story about forgiving, moving forward and loving those who are dear to your heart with a fierce passion!! 

Battery Operated Book Blog: 
I absolutely loved this book!!! JR Grant writes amazing stories, but this one is one that will pull at your heart strings. I can not even begin to imagine being put into the situation that Brax and Jazz are thrown into. The twist and turns that this story takes will have you praying that the better man wins.

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~ J.R. Grant ~
J.R. Author
JR Grant is an avid reader, fictional writer and bestselling author of Shattered Promises and Lost Until You. When she's not tending to one of her kids sporting events, or plotting her next story, you can catch her on the beach with her kindle in hand, soaking up the sun. For more information or to contact the author, visit one of her social media sites below.
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