Promotion at All Romance Ebooks in February

During the month of February, All Romance Ebooks.com is doing a promotion to raise awareness of Heart Disease, the number one killer of women.   All proceeds from the sale of books in the 28 Days of Heart Series will be given to the American Heart Association.

The series consists of novellas in different genres.  The stories cover all the genres, from Gay to Interracial, Paranormal to Historical, Contemporary to Sci Fi. They were generously donated by both best selling and up-and-coming authors from some of your favorite publishers including Kensington, Berkley, Pocket, St. Martin's Press, Ellora's Cave, Cerridwen, Samhain, Total E Bound, Loose Id, Phaze, Liquid Silver, Torquere Press, Siren, Amber Quill and more!


The stories range between 10,000 and 20,000 words, so they are a perfect sweet (or more accurately spicy) Valentine treat. Each includes! a foreword by author Charlaine Harris (of True Blood fame) as a show of support for the charity the stories will benefit. Indulge yourself this year for Valentines Day—enjoy one of each, and know you are helping a worthy cause at the same time.

Set Up In SoHo

Author:         Dee Davis

Genre:           Women's Fiction

Format:        Print

Purchase:    Set Up in SoHo

From the Publisher:  When Andrea Sevalas’ long time boyfriend announces he’s seeing someone else, Andi’s thrown for a loop—well, actually, down a cellar. Head throbbing and nose out of joint, she’s rescued by one of New York’s finest – attorneys that is. Ethan McCay is the Upper East Side heir to the kingdom of Manhattan. But Andi isn’t interested in princes. At least not the uptown variety. She’s a downtown girl with no time for Park Avenue royalty.

So what’s a fairy godmother supposed to do? Well, if she’s Andi’s Aunt Althea (the infamous Manhattan matchmaker) a little manipulation is in order. After all, even Cinderella needed a little prodding to go to the ball. And with a little help from her friends, Althea’s plan goes charmingly – until the clock strikes midnight and the truth is revealed. Certain that she’s been betrayed by the people she trusted the most, Andi runs for the safety of Soho. But matchmakers don’t give up that easily, and with Althea at the helm, Andi will discover that love comes in all kinds of packages, and that sometimes, all it takes to recognize the fact is opening your heart to the possibility.


My Review:  This is the 2nd book in a light romance series by Miss Davis.  I thoroughly enjoyed the first book, "Match Made On Madison", and this sequel was not a disappointment.  The main character, Andi, is a funny and somewhat troubled young lady who often speaks before she thinks.  This can lead to some embarassing moments for her, but she is clearly loved by her friends and family.  She soon realizes that what she had previously thought was love was wrong.  Both her friends and her aunt set out to show Andi what true love is.  The main male character in this book, Ethan McCay, is an utter delight.  He is smart, good looking and a total Prince Charming. 

I highly recommend this book.

Rating:  4 of 5 Crowns

                                                                                                           

Winter Kiss: A Dragonfire Novel

                                                                                          

Author:        Deborah Cooke

Genre:           Paranormal/Romance/Dragon Shapeshifter

Format:        Print and E-book

Purchase:    Amazon  Borders  B&N  Fictionwise

From the Publisher:  For millennia, the shape-shifting dragon warriors known as the Pyr have commanded the four elements and guarded the earth's treasures. But now the final reckoning between the Pyr and the dreaded slayers is about to begin...

The mysterious Dragon's Blood Elixir gives immortality to Magnus, the Pyr's greatest enemy, and his minions-so it must be destroyed. Outcast from the Pyr because of his own dangerous impulses, Delaney will do anything to vanquish Magnus-and vows to complete a mission which will either redeem him or end his suffering.

But his plans don't take into account his sudden firestorm-or the hot- tempered Ginger Sinclair. The firestorm reforms Delaney closer to his old self. And when Ginger learns about Delaney's scheme, she cannot resist a strong man with a noble agenda.


My Review:   This is the 4th book in the Dragonfire series.  The hero of this book is Delaney Shea, a Pyr who is determined that he is responsible for destroying the "Dragon's Blood Elixer" that is giving extra healing powers to their enemies, the Slayers.  In particular, Delaney feels that it is his duty to destroy the elixer and finally put an end to the existence of the leader of the Slayers, Magnus.  He wasn't counting on the Firestorm interfering with his plans.  He is believes it is his destiny to die once he accomplishes his goals.   He doesn't trust himself.

The heroine and mate in this novel, Ginger Sinclair, runs a small farm in Ohio that she is taking organic.  She is also a chef.  Ginger is small in size but large in heart.   She is also a modern woman who is more than willing to support her man.  She is not willing for Delaney to make the ultimate sacrifice, his life and their future together.  

The leader of the Slayers in book 3 and now book 4 is Magnus.  It is easy to see his evil nature and to want his plans to fail.  His uber confidence in his strength and planned victory, lead him to provide information to Ginger, which helps the Pyr.

I truly enjoyed this book.  It was a little darker than the previous books but there was still plenty of action and some really hot romance. 

I eagerly awaite the release of the 5th book in August 2010 titled "Whisper Kiss".

Rating:  4 of 5 Crowns 

Kiss of Fate: A Dragonfire Novel

Author:        Deborah Cooke

Genre:          Paranormal Romance/Dragon Shapeshifter

Type:            Print and Ebook

Purchase:   Amazon  Fictionwise  Borders  BN

From the Publisher:   For millennia, the shape-shifting dragon warriors known as the Pyr have commanded the four elements and guarded the earth's treasures. But now the final reckoning between the Pyr, who count humans among the earth's treasures, and the Slayers, who would eradicate both humans and the Pyr who protect them, is about to begin.

Haunted by dreams of a lover who takes the form of a dragon, Eileen Grosvenor searches for the truth. She never expects to find a real dragon shape shifter, let alone one who awakens her passion and ignites memories of a forgotten past.

Erik Sorensson is focused on leading the Pyr against the Slayers when a powerful ancient relic reveals itself. Erik tries to retrieve it from Eileen's possession—and is shocked by a fury of passion. Her presence touches him in unexpected ways, reminding him of mistakes he's determined not to make again, and Erik is forced to make a choice—duty or love.

My Review:  This is the third novel in the series by Deborah Cooke and each book improves upon both the storyline and character development.  You really feel the burden that the leader of the Pyr, Erik Sorensson feels as he continues the fight against their enemy, the Slayers. 

There is alot of action and alot of romance in this book.  The theme of re-incarnation is introduced as well in this novel.  The leading female character, Eileen Grosvner, is a completely modern woman and she reflects the understandings and female strength that we have become accustomed to with today's heroes. 

The villans of this series continue to develope as well and you can truly understand why they are the villans.  They are selfish and self-centered to an interesting degree.  More of the myth of dragons continues to develope as well. 

I truly enjoyed this book in the series and will begin to read the following book "Winter Kiss".

My Rating:  4 of 5 Crowns

 

   

Friday Night Bites: A Chicagoland Vampires Novel

Author:  Chloe Neill                             

Genre:  Paranormal/Vampire/Romance  

Type:  Both Print and Ebook                  

Purchase:  Amazon                              

From the Publisher:  Ten months after vampires revealed their existence to the mortals of Chicago, they're enjoying a celebrity status usually reserved for the Hollywood elite. But should people learn about the Raves-mass feeding parties where vampires round up humans like cattle-the citizens will start sharpening their stakes.

So now it's up to the new vampire Merit to reconnect with her upper class family and act as liaison between humans and bloodsuckers, and keep the more unsavory aspects of the vampire lifestyle out of the media. But someone doesn't want peace between them-someone with an ancient grudge...           
 
My Review:  This is a tremendous sequel to Ms. Neill's first vampire book, Some Girls Bite.  I truely enjoyed this book.  The character developement for the primary characters of Merit and Ethan Sullivan continued to flow.  The secondary characters picked up some steam in this sequel and we were more fully immersed in the folk lore of vampires and introduced to Shifters in more depth.  The attraction between the two main characters and the two main secondary characters continued to develope.   Mallory, the main secondary female character, continued to develope and we were more fully introduced to her burgeoning abilities as a sorceress.  We are also introduced to leading alpha shifter, Gabriel Keene, who will be a primary force in the 3rd installment of this series, Twice Bitten, which will be released on July 6, 2010.
 
I personally can't wait for the sequel to see how Ms. Neill continues to develope her take on this genre.
 
Rating:   5 of 5 Crowns    Highly Recommended

     

Some Girls Bite: A Chicagoland Vampires Novel

Author:  Chloe Neill                          

Genre:  Paranormal/ Vampire/ Mystery

Type:  Print and Ebook                      

Purchase:  Amazon                                        

From the Publisher:  Sure, the life of a graduate student wasn’t exactly glamorous, but it was Merit’s. She was doing fine until a rogue vampire attacked her. But he only got a sip before he was scared away by another bloodsucker—and this one decided the best way to save her life was to make her the walking undead.  Turns out her savior was the master vampire of Cadogan House. Now she’s traded sweating over her thesis for learning to fit in at a Hyde Park mansion full of vamps loyal to Ethan “Lord o’ the Manor” Sullivan. Of course, as a tall, green-eyed, four-hundred- year-old vampire, he has centuries’ worth of charm, but unfortunately he expects her gratitude— and servitude. But an inconvenient sunlight allergy and Ethan’s attitude are the least of her concerns. Someone’s still out to get her. Her initiation into Chicago’s nightlife may be the first skirmish in a war—and there will be blood.

My Review:  This author was new to me and I couldn't put the book down.  The character development was fantastic and the story was a very smooth read.  I really enjoyed this book.  The main character Merit, was sassy and sarcastic but really fun.  The male lead, Ethan, was very good and extreemly sexy.  One could understand wanting a relationship with this vampire, although you can tell that it would be work because he needs to be taught about the modern woman.  Merit is definitely the woman to do that.  The secondary characters were equally well written and very good support for the main characters.  Really looking forward to the sequel "Friday Night Bites"

Rating: 5 of 5 Crowns   Highly Recommended