I have not read most of the new releases listed (although I always end up one-clicking a bunch as I prepare these posts LOL).
‘AB’ denotes audiobook and the Amazon buy link.
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CHALLENGED BY THE ALIEN CAPTAIN (WARRIOR MATES OF ZIVON BOOK 6) by Presley Hall
I’m supposed to bring down the Zivonian warriors… not fall for one of them. The Kruul who captured me and my sister promised me they’ll let her live if I do one thing for them: infiltrate the Zivonians’ ship and find a way to destroy it. I’d do anything to protect Maya, so I have no choice but to accept their bargain. The only problem is, the Zivonians are nothing like I expected—especially Siro, the gorgeous alien captain. He’s honorable, powerful, and protective, and for some reason, he seems as drawn to me as I am to him. Getting close to him will give me the best chance to carry out my sabotage of the ship, but with every minute we spend together, I can feel my resolve wavering. If I don’t go through with my mission, the Kruul will kill my sister. But how can I betray the man I’m starting to fall in love with? AmazonKU AB
ECLIPSE THE MOON: A NOVEL by Jessie Mihalik
Kee Ildez has been many things: hacker, soldier, bounty hunter. She never expected to be a hero, but when a shadowy group of traitors starts trying to goad the galaxy’s two superpowers into instigating an interstellar war, Kee throws herself into the search to find out who is responsible—and stop them. Digging up hidden information is her job, so hunting traitors should be a piece of cake, but the primary suspect spent years in the military, and someone powerful is still covering his tracks. Disrupting their plans will require the help of her entire team, including Varro Runkow, a Valovian weapons expert who makes her pulse race. Quiet, grumpy, and incredibly handsome, Varro watches her with hot eyes but ignores all of her flirting, so Kee silently vows to keep her feelings strictly platonic. But that vow will be put to the test when she and Varro are forced to leave the safety of their ship and venture into enemy territory alone. Cut off from the rest of their team, they must figure out how to work together—and fast—because a single misstep will cost thousands of lives.
STELLAR URGES (ALIEN GLADIATOR KINGS BOOK 5) by Jove Chambers
A grizzled gladiator – We both know I’m bad for her. My bite saved her life when she was an infant. It also bonded us together, mated us, created some perverse tie between us, even though I’m far too old her. Now, I’m thirty-five and she’s twenty. I’ve kept myself away from her for a long time. But now I’ve got to go to her. She’s in danger, and she is mine to protect. A human female – When I was a little girl, Sevren was my everything. My playmate, my babysitter, my confidante. Then he abandoned me without saying goodbye. For my own good, he said. Because my body was maturing but I was still too young. Because he couldn’t handle what our bond made him want from me. Now someone’s trying to kill me to get to him, and he’s back. I hate him for breaking my heart. But his presence has kick-started my biology, and now I’m in heat. No matter how complicated our feelings for each other, or how many blaster beams are getting shot at us, the bond wants us to mate. We won’t be able to fight that forever. AmazonKU
WED TO THE ALIEN WARLORD (ACCIDENTAL BRIDES BOOK ONE) by January Bell
The alien who hand-picked me to wed and bed is the most domineering warlord of the bunch. Lucky me. As the first humans allowed in Suevan space, there’s a lot riding on my all-woman team. Earth desperately needs their tech, and I’m determined to prove we can negotiate the price. Without their planetary defense systems, Earth is a sitting duck, ripe for invasion. Except the Suevan culture is nothing like ours. When I take part in what I think is a welcoming ceremony, I leave with more than I bargained for: a husband. A mate. Apparently, we’re there to marry them as payment—something the top brass on Earth doesn’t bother denying. Fantastic. And the Suevan who hand-picked me to wed and bed? He’s the most domineering warlord of the bunch. Lucky me. I’ll get the Suevan tech we need, but there’s no way I’m giving in to his demands… no matter how, ahem, persuasive he might be. Amazon KU
SALVATION (CYBORG LIBERATION BOOK 2) by Maddie Taylor and Morganna Williams
Asha has endured unspeakable cruelty at the hands of her human master. She, and hundreds like her, are hidden away by their owners, their existence a secret even to others of their kind. During the uprising, when the cyborgs liberate themselves from their oppressors and flee Earth, Asha and her fellow slaves are unknowingly left behind. Faced with a dismal future of servitude, when Asha’s villainous master dies, she escapes, refusing to enter the black-market auction to be sold yet again. She is desperate to free the other abandoned females but can’t do it alone. Her cyborg brethren are their only hope. Asha hatches a plan to seek them out and prepares a clever disguise to gain passage aboard a bounty hunter’s ship. Senior cyborg officer Talus is known for his calm, unflappable demeanor, but the first time he sees Asha’s delicate beauty, he is deeply stirred. But after her horrific life on Earth how can she trust another male, especially after she vows never to do so again? Talus refuses her attempts to spurn their mutual attraction. His quiet nature and the strength of his protection slowly bring down her shields. In space, among the safety of her own kind, Asha is willing to let the spark of love ignite, but as the cyborg rescue mission approaches Earth, the more her traumatic memories resurface and the more withdrawn she becomes. In the chaos of freeing the captive females, can Talus convince Asha their love is meant to be and no matter what lies ahead, he will always be her ultimate peace and salvation? Amazon KU
KNOW IT IN THE DARK (ALL THESE GIFTS BOOK 2) by Skye Kilaen
Jolie knows that Deneve staying in Austin is only temporary, especially when a government agency far too interested in people who developed powers from alien ship nanites may have its eyes on the city. Too bad Jolie’s heart doesn’t seem to be getting the memo that Deneve won’t be around forever. Deneve’s nanites won’t let her leave town, but without any precognitive visions of what catastrophe she’s supposed to avert next, she’s at loose ends. She’s also spending too much time close to Jolie, the beautiful woman who saved Deneve’s life with a wall of fire. When an attack connected to a secret from the alien ships leaves someone dead, Deneve’s visions come back with a vengeance. But surviving the confrontation that follows is going to take more than seeing the future. Deneve and Jolie must start trusting the growing connection between them… and confront the truth about what happens when their powers combine. Amazon KU
DARK ELF’S DELIGHT (DARK ELVES OF PROTHEKA BOOK 5) by Celeste King
I’ve let a monster into my home. And I’ll never let him go. I’ve lived in a dangerous forest by myself for most of my life in an effort to protect myself from the fate of other human women in the Dark Elf cities. Until one day a Dark Elf noble ended up near death at my door. I knew it was foolish to help him. That it was dangerous to nurse him back to health and spend time with him. And how stupid it was to fall in love with him. In that moment I gave him my love, he took my body and my soul. I was no longer safe. I was at the mercy of a predator. But there was something this evil being did not consider would happen after I had given him my heart. What was it? That he had given me his in return. Amazon KU
OUTLAND (THE BADLANDS SERIES BOOK 2) by Kristin Keppler
The battle for the wastelands continues as Dani and Kate struggle to find common ground. As White River burns, Danielle Clark wants revenge. She rejoins the Resistance, only this time, her friends are by her side. With Simon now in pursuit and her relationship with William wavering, her only hope to stay one step ahead of the fight is to trust her once sworn enemy and the general’s daughter, Katelyn Turner. Back within the ranks of the National Armed Forces, Kate struggles to understand the push for power and dominance over the wastelands. Her time spent as a prisoner in White River has left her conflicted about her command, and her growing attraction for Dani has awakened a desperate need to protect her from a new lethal force introduced by the general. Through it all, Danielle and Kate can’t seem to stay away from each other even as the war over the Badlands tests their loyalty to each other and to their people. Amazon
ALIEN’S CAPTIVE by Sonia Nova
VS Note After the Fact: Release date slipped to AUG 12 after the blog was posted.
The sexy alien hunk looks like a romance book hero from another world…One moment, I’m sunbathing at the lake and reading a steamy romance book. I’m just about to get to the good bits when aliens abduct me—in nothing but my bikini! In the blink of an eye, I find myself on an outlaw planet, surrounded by a group of bug-like aliens who intend to sell me. While I might’ve wished for an escape from reality, I definitely didn’t mean this! When a lizard-like alien with rippling muscles enters the Kratak’s ship, my odds may have turned. He sweeps me off my feet and rescues me…Or wait, does he? What does he mean he’s going to auction me?! The luscious human female is my captive. I cannot grow attached. There’s nothing on Reazus Prime but death and outlaws. I need to get out, and I think I’ve found a way. But when the Kratak go back on their word and demand a human female before they’ll accept me on their ship, I’ve had enough. I do what they want. I steal a female. Theirs. Now, the Kratak are after me and my trip off the planet got a new deadline. The soft, alluring human female is my ticket out. But when my third heart starts beating, I know I’m in trouble.
How could I sell my own mate? Amazon KU
ALIEN ENSLAVED – REBELLION III – COLONY EARTH by Kaitlyn O’Connor
A reunion with college classmates turns into a nightmare when they’re ‘taken’ by alien slavers. Willow Rebow was as straight-laced as they came. She thought she was behaving wildly just going to Vegas to watch the male dance review. But then she really got to watch the naked men dance when she got thrown into a breeding pen with an alien Hybrid–bred from two of the most dangerous, most powerful alien warriors the Sheloni had ever captured–the Hirachi and the Satren. And as unnerving as that was, it paled beside the discovery that both the hybrid, Tarik, and the Hirachi war chief, Korin, wanted her. Amazon Apple Books
THE EXTRACTIONIST by Kimberly Unger
VS Note: Not a romance but a scifi release of note. I love the concept. Put it on my TBR.
Eliza McKay is an Extractionist: an expert in the virtual reality space where people’s minds are uploaded as digital personas. When rich or important people get stuck in the Swim for reasons that are sleazy, illegal, or merely unlucky—it’s McKay’s job to quietly extract them. And McKay’s job just got a lot more dangerous. After McKay repels an attack on her Swim persona, hired thugs break into her house to try to hack her cybernetic implants directly. Meanwhile, the corporate executive she was hired to rescue from VR space is surprisingly reluctant to be extracted. Something is lurking in the Swim, and some very powerful people will stop at nothing to keep it secret. This job might be the big break McKay has been waiting for—if she can survive long enough to beat the hackers at their own game. In The Extractionist, virtual reality and gaming expert Unger has created an unforgettable cyberplayground where the rich still make their own rules, but a skilled operator remains the wildcard. Amazon AB Kobo
DOCTORING FATE (OUTER LIMITS QUADRANT BOOK 2) by Alexis Osborne
Darcy has wanted to be a doctor for as long as she can remember. Working as a combat medic in the military and eventually entering medical school, it’s right within her grasp—until her exposure to a deadly toxin leaves her bedbound. Her world shrinks to a single room, one forgotten by the military, school, and her family. Until the day General Amato comes knocking with the deal of a lifetime: the military’s blood nano Vaccine, a cure, in exchange for willing participation on a dangerous mission. They must travel straight into the unknown heart of the wormhole in search of the missing Sasha Robinson. All goes surprisingly well until she and her team crash land on an alien world hellbent on killing them. Carnivorous flowers, ambulatory trees, fantastic creatures straight out of fairy tales… and two green-scaled lizardmen offering a helping hand? Maddox is the Raxion planet’s ambassador, and he is given one crucial task: gain the stranded humans’ cooperation at any cost. His people are desperate to uncover the secret of Sasha Robinson’s mysterious blood nanos—what better opportunity than four marooned soldiers? He’s used to this work, lived and breathed espionage and subterfuge since long ago. And to avoid another Carthas massacre, he is willing to do anything, even woo the beautiful human medic named Darcy. Show her the local sights, appeal to her sense of adventure, maybe even steal a kiss… Falling in love with her wasn’t intended. And when the Raxion Prime General demands results, it all may come tumbling down. Amazon KU
HOMEWORLD (THE DENNAMORE SCROLLS BOOK 3) by Gun Brooke
After leaving Earth’s orbit behind, the spaceship Velocity and its crew hurtle through the galaxy toward their alien ancestor’s homeworld, Dwynna Major. Trouble arises when Chief Engineer Claire Gordon’s neural interface device malfunctions, and she secretly struggles to retain the knowledge desperately needed to keep the Velocity running. Adding to her fear of failing, Claire’s falling in love with the only crew member who’s untouchable—Captain Holly Crowe. Holly’s only priority is to keep the crew safe as they face the unknowns of interstellar space. Maintaining the strict rules and regulations of her captaincy is the only way she can lead, even if it distances her from the rest of the crew. When Claire’s failing interface puts them all in danger, however, Holly’s rigid approach to command is called into question. Will Holly and Claire continue their mission to Dwynna Major even if it puts their lives and their hearts at risk? Amazon
A PRAYER FOR THE CROWN-SHY (MONK AND ROBOT 2) by Becky Chambers
VS Note: Not a romance but a scifi release of note.
After touring the rural areas of Panga, Sibling Dex (a Tea Monk of some renown) and Mosscap (a robot sent on a quest to determine what humanity really needs) turn their attention to the villages and cities of the little moon they call home. They hope to find the answers they seek, while making new friends, learning new concepts, and experiencing the entropic nature of the universe. Becky Chambers’s new series continues to ask: in a world where people have what they want, does having more even matter? Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
DEVIANT CHALLENGED (GLADIATORS OF THE VAGABOND BOOK 3) by Robin O’Connor
Camila – Getting myself stranded, drifting through space was not on my to do list. But when the Alliance I’ve served for years suddenly tries to kill me, I’ve got little choice but to brave the endless void. Now who do I trust? Then there’s the big, leather wearing, pierced and tattooed gladiator who has it in for me. We trade sparks as easily as insults, his sexy as sin body, and bad boy vibes getting right under my skin. But it’s the pain he hides, even from his gladiator brothers that gets to me. Can I convince him to help me clear my name and get home? Or will I risk it all and give in to this sizzling attraction? Thorin – There’s a murder to solve and a feisty, traitorous human female to subdue. When she boards the Vagabond its clear she’s in league with our previous owner, the crimelord Drameil. I’d do anything to protect my brothers, even if that means locking up the pretty female that seems to want to challenge me every step of the way. When my investigation takes a surprising turn, its Camila that’s at my side, helping me. I want to trust that. Trust the instincts urging me to claim her. To make her mine. But she wants to go home to her family, and the Alliance is still trying to kill her. We have to find out why, and we have to stop them. I have to help her get home, even if that means I’ll lose her in the end. Amazon KU
Brutal is one of many elite soldiers subjected to DNA manipulation against their will. His DNA was mixed with that of wild predators, making him Variant. He’s now head of security at Alliance, the Variant community they all live in. He’s dominant, and prides himself on control. He shakes his head, laughing at the antics of others like him when they meet their one female. Now he’s met Ginny, it’s not so funny anymore. She continually holds him at arm’s length. Ignoring her insistence that he stays away, he invites himself to a party she’s attending, and things go well — really well. Only now, after having actually claimed her, she refuses to answer his calls and messages. Either she’s gone missing, or she’s just done with him. Unfortunately, he believes the latter. All of his control means nothing when he discovers she’s been taken. Ginny has worked all her life to keep her heart buried deep inside, untouchable by any and all. It’s not that she doesn’t want love, in fact she craves it. But she’s afraid. ..(more blurb on ebook seller page…) Amazon KU
VEDROCK (RAVAGED BOOK 3) by Cari Silverwood
Torturing Jinx Shade is normal by my rules. Injecting her with an illegal gene-ripper, just to make her grow that cute tail and those ears? My claws unsheathe at the sight of this deliciously slinky female. The OV compulsion has morphed our need to destroy each other into an irresistible pulsating knot. When I’m forced to flee, I take her with me. Our path across this planet is filled with ruined cities, treachery, assassins, and Jinx’s luscious rear. As I follow that rear, I contemplate serenity, and whether I will need implements to train her. ***JINX: I hate him, I hate him a LOT. Until I understand why he does what he does, and then I almost like him. Our attraction evolves and becomes more than mere desire. If only there wasn’t this problem … I may have been programmed to make him dead. Can true love flourish in the aftermath of the destruction that is unleashed? Probably not. Amazon KU
TAKEN BY TWO (SEEDING EDEN BOOK 3) by Aya Morningstar
They want to make a “triumvirate” with me. I ask what it does. They smirk. One whispers: “It makes babies.” If you’re from Eden and see a man, it doesn’t always taint you right away. As long as your mind doesn’t think dirty thoughts too quickly, and as long as you don’t like what you see too much, you’re probably safe. At least you’d have time to look away. It’s different with Khetar men. If you see one, you think of every dirty thought you never thought you could have, until this lifetime of repressed desire bursts through your resolve like a dam under a tsunami, and the unbearable longing for something you never knew you wanted brings you right down to your knees. Yeah, that all just sort of happened to me. His name is Kaav. I look up, still on my knees and tainted as sin, and he’s got parts of his body that we don’t even have words for on Eden. Kaav is big and golden, and he says he wants to have babies with me. Normally it takes two, but Kaav is special. He has two bodies. He says that he’s all we’ll need. When I see his second body for the first time, in all its glistening silver glory, I can’t wait to submit to it. To beg it to do to me all the things Kaav says only a Khetar with two bodies can do to a woman. But in order to rescue me, Kaav had to make a deal with the devil. The devil’s name is Hive, and it’s taken over Kaav’s second body. And now it wants to take me too. AmazonKU
TEACHING THE ALIEN by Jessa Joy
Maria – My day isn’t going well. Correction. My life isn’t going well. My cat’s gone missing, I’ve just been fired and my boyfriend’s sent me a text saying he’s hooked up with my boss. So, when I wake up with what I think is a really bad hangover, I dismiss the massive purple alien warrior standing in front of me as a hallucination. Except he’s very real, very big and unbelievably bossy. He has three days to be able to pass as human in order to escape a death sentence. And apparently I’m the only one who can teach him. Amazon KU
REAVER’S CLAIM (THAXIAN WARRIOR MATE BOOK 2) by Elin Wyn and Starr Huntress
A thin line of warm light appeared at the edge of my vision, growing broader and brighter. Until a demon leaned over the edge of the pod, flickering light dancing over his red scaled features, dark horns jutting up through his short black hair. This time, I was the one who screamed. The sound of my voice in my ears shocked me back to reality. It wasn’t a nightmare, it wasn’t some hell or some devil. It was just another alien, like the dozens of species we’d met on the Dream. I sat up, coughing, pulling my sweater tight around me. “Thank you.” My throat was clogged from disuse. How long had I been asleep? “Where’s this? Where’re the others?” The demon guy stepped back from the sides of the pod, a blank look of incomprehension across his face. Oh no. That couldn’t be right. “Do you understand me?” Nothing. Right then. There hadn’t been much in the manual about this. Statistically, it wasn’t totally impossible that the pod could end up on a world that could sustain intelligent life, yet hadn’t been contacted by the Galactic Alliance. Heck, that’d describe Earth for most of its history. No Alliance, no translator. Uh oh. Amazon KU
FLIGHT OF THE OMEGA by Cherry Pickett
Jack loves the birds he cares for at Midlothian ranch. The owner’s bratty, spoiled son, JP Crane, is another story. As Jack prepares for the upcoming Rose Plate, though, he realizes there’s more to JP than meets the eye …JP Crane doesn’t want to be at his father’s ranch, and he doesn’t want anything to do with Jack or the Rose Plate. Or, at least, he thinks he doesn’t—until he goes into hear. Even before that, though, Jack’s gentle nature is slowly breaking down JP’s barriers … and leading him to realize a horrific truth about his past. Can a grumpy cowboy alpha and a spoiled brat omega overcome their differences and learn to love each other as they are? Amazon KU
LIGHT THE FIRE (REVOLUTION INFERNO BOOK ONE) by Natalie Sloan
My entire life has been spent in a cage. I’m the only one of my kind. A triple threat. They keep me locked away, drawing my unique blood to transfuse into others so they may possess my skills. I’m too valuable to be set free or used as the assassin I’ve trained as since I was three. I am not a vessel. I am not simply a bag of blood. I am a human being—female—and we are dying out. But I will fight until my last breath for the freedom I finally grasp. And those who betray me will wish they were never created. I am Haina, a triple threat Hellcat, the Angel of Death, and I will build my army, and together we will light the fire of revolution and rise from the ashes to start a fair and just new world ruled by the most compassionate, the most honest, and the most powerful: women. AmazonKU
ARENA (SPACE STATION ASTRAL VENTURE BOOK 1) by Elle Leigh Clark
VS Note: Not a romance but a scifi release of note. I put it on my TBR.
Waking up in a hostile environment… not the usual start to the day. Not knowing who you are? Priceless. A group of strangers awake with their lungs full of stasis goo. What they don’t immediately realize is that they’re going to have to work fast if they’re going to survive a concatenation of organic and mechanical beasts, traps and deadly encounters. It’s going to take all their collective wit, guile and any innate abilities they can uncover because survival is far from guaranteed. More than that, they’re going to have to work together. If you liked Maze Runner, Aliens, The Hunger Games, Lost or Firefly, you’re going to love this psychological sci-fi mystery. Amazon KU
THE PRICE OF SURRENDER (DARANII JUSTICE BOOK 1) by C J Dragon
The war with the Daranii, instigated by Earth, was short and brutal. Outgunned by superior weapons, the obliteration of the military outpost on Jupiter’s moon, Io, ended with Earth’s unconditional surrender. Captain Jonathan Thomsin of the warship Excalibur was the only Captain of Earth’s combined forces to successfully destroy Daranii ships, not by confronting them, but with guerilla warfare. Outraged by Thomsin’s dishonorable tactics, the Daranii demand the captain as part of Earth’s reparations to Daran. Captain Thomsin was given to Daran to protect Earth from Daranii vengeance. A Sacrifice. He expected to be tormented by loss and grief. He expected to be tortured and die on Daran. He never expected to fall in love. PLEASE NOTE: This is a slow burn, male/male romance with on-page torture scenes, health issues, and adult sexual situations. Amazon KU
SEER OF WAR (BRIDGE AND SWORD BOOK 6) by JC Andrijski
Shadow’s deadly disease now blankets the planet. Everything points to the apocalypse, with earthquakes, rising tides, hurricanes, and New York now a military-run lockdown guarded by rich humans. To top it off, Allie’s husband, Revik, is acting really strange––and everyone seems to know why but her. Sociopathic seer Ditrini tells Allie Shadow is coming for her next. Only this time, he’s bringing his new pet intermediary, War, the fourth of the Four. War is hell-bent on bringing the end of human race for good––and Allie along with it. Unfortunately, she’s also one of Allie’s closest friends. Amazon KU
TONGUED AND TEASED (THE MOLTOV PLEASURE ALIENS BOOK 2) by Mila Frost
Everyone has a reason for joining the Moltov-Human mating system. Some do it for wealth, some do it for endless pleasure, but I just want to find a love that lasts forever. Over two centuries ago the Moltovs came to Earth. We thought it was an invasion, but they were a peaceful race. All they wanted were humans. There was a need inside of them that burned hot and deep, a fire that consumed their soul when they found their perfect match. On Earth, I’ve been ditched at the altar. Twice. All before I’m twenty-seven. But this time when my fiancé leaves me for a bridesmaid, I’m leaving, too. Leaving behind this planet, these men, and all these bad memories. My Moltov mate, Xavik, has a special adaption for his race. And all the things I’ve been missing from my human lovers, I find in him. He has a tongue that drives me wild and after our first night together, I will never look back on what I’ve left behind. Amazon KU
THE ROYAL’S BUMBLEBEE: BOOK TWO OF OPERATION COLONISE by Millie Lowell
A jungle planet of Naga Aliens, who are civilised, allies, and sexy as hell? What’s not to like?! Billie Blac is a technical genius and was headhunted by Allico Inc to join the Operation Colonise mission. Her Aspergers makes processing the world around her difficult at times, but her coding skills are excellent. Billie has longed for independence and adventure for a long time, and with a little help, she intends to brave the unknown. She was destined to work in the Delta 4 compound, only, there was a mix-up. Upon arrival on Thelia she, and the others, are all herded into the pairing party. Prince Izule is a Royal, and the youngest son. Despite being the largest and strongest Royal heir, he is not destined to rule as he was hatched last. He is eager to become a sponsor, but any human who comes before him is terrified by his appearance. That is, until Billie comes running into his life and the protection of his coil. She is sweet ambrosia to him and their romance is sweet and spicy. A slow burn at the start, and an inferno of passion as the story proceeds. There are strong sexual themes in this story, and at times, blood and gore. Amazon KU
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Veronica’s Backlist highlight (because I make my living writing and selling my books): Next up is DAEGAN. I’d waited a long time to get just the right story for the human mercenary Flo and this was it – a dangerous undercover mission, far from help, a new Badari pack and an Alpha in hiding…I had so much fun writing the South Seas location. I try really hard to make each book in the series a different experience, aside from the basics like Fated Mates of course. I also had been dying to use this cover model and he was perfect for Daegan. Note: Each book can be read as a standalone.
DAEGAN: A BADARI WARRIORS SCIFI ROMANCE NOVEL (SECTORS NEW ALLIES SERIES BOOK 10)
Ex-Special Forces soldier and mercenary Flo Michetti is bored with her assignment as a pilot for the genetically engineered Badari pack in their fight against the evil Khagrish scientists. She jumps at the chance to take a dangerous undercover mission. She infiltrates a group of human prisoners on their way to a secret lab in the southern ocean, where the Badari believe many more of their own kind have been created and are being experimented on. Once Flo has located the lab, found the Alpha among the Badari there and sent a report back, the plan will be to attack and rescue all the prisoners.
Arriving at the island Flo learns the true nature of the horrific experiment for which the humans have been brought to this remote location. Time will be perilously short to escape before it’s too late for all of them. She has to locate the Alpha of this captive southern pack, who conceals his identity to escape death at the hands of the Khagrish, and get him to join with her and her allies.
Daegan feels an instant attraction to Flo when the Badari and the humans are forced together by the Khagrish scientists, but there are mysteries and questions surrounding her. Before he reveals himself as the incognito Alpha she’s seeking, he wants answers to allay his doubts. He also wants Flo in his bed…but can he risk his heart to claim her as his mate?
Complicating the situation is a dangerous rival for Daegan’s position as Alpha, an oncoming hurricane and Flo’s resistance to abandoning her life as a soldier of fortune…as the Khagrish scientists prepare to initiate the experiment, the clock is ticking for humans and Badari alike.
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AS THE UNDERWORLD TURNS: A PARANORMAL WOMEN’S FICTION NOVEL: GOOD TO THE LAST DEMON BOOK ONE by Robyn Peterman
What does a forty-year-old former child star do when she finds out she’s a Demon? A sitcom, of course.Age is just a number unless you’re an actress of a certain age trying to make a comeback in La La Land. Back in the day, I was the child star of the hit show Camp Bites. Today, I’m still living it down. After a disastrous soap opera audition and getting fired from a TV show for not having a bodacious enough backside, one would think I’d be smart enough to go into real estate. Nope. Just found out from the rudest, meanest, and hottest guy alive that I’m a Demon. The jerk, also a Demon, goes by the name Abaddon—Abe to his friends. I call him Dick. He’s come from the Underworld to protect me—insert laugh track—since there’s a bounty on my head. Dick is not a welcome addition to my midlife madness. However, he won’t go away, and now, he’s my new boss. Fine. Whatever. All I ever wanted to do in my life was pretend. I can pretend to get along with Dick. I can pretend that I’m not wildly attracted to him. Not sure I can pretend I’m human anymore, or that a supernatural assassin isn’t trying to cancel me, but I’m going to fake it until I make it. Or I get killed. As the Underworld turns upside down, so have the days of my life.
WEAVER’S WEB: A PARANORMAL WOMEN’S FICTION NOVEL (MOONSHADOW BAY BOOK 6) by Yasmine Galenorn
VS Note: A re-release.
Just when Killian and I are planning our vacation, Cupid strikes Moonshadow Bay. But it’s not exactly love at first sight for the victims, and we at Conjure Ink have our hands full. Someone’s attacking townsfolk, shooting them with arrows that are enchanted by a love potion. Not only are the victims hurt, but they fall into obsessive love—a love that can be dangerous. And in the middle of this, a restaurant that used to be a funeral home is having ghostly encounters of the harrowing kind. I just hope we can take care of all of this before Killian and I head off on vacation to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
THEIR HUNTRESS MATE (PACK WARS BOOK 7) by Vella Day
VS Note: From JUNE 20
Three people. One goal. If only they could work together they’d find success. An expert in bows and arrows, as well as guns, Charlene (aka Charley Palmer has one goal—to expose the doctor who illegally experimented on her sister, Darlene. While she was rescued by the Pack, Darlene will never be the same—mentally or physically. Connolly McLaughlin, a powerful werewolf and contract worker for the Pack, has no plans to let this pesky woman get in his way of taking down Elkhart himself. He has a grudge against the man too. Being a loner, Connolly doesn’t need Charley in the way. So what if she alters something inside him? To make the situation worse, his younger brother shows up wanting to make amends for his sins of the past, but Connolly isn’t ready to forgive Mick. Trouble ensures when Mick meets Charley, and the sparks fly. Too late, each man realizes that Charley is their mate. There’s one problem: the brothers never share. Hmm. What to do? Amazon KU
BITTER DISCORD (JACKY LEON BOOK 8) by K N Banet
I try not to look for trouble, though it always finds me. Now I’m asking for it. I’m going to host a gathering of werecats to discuss the recent changes in our small world, changes I brought about for the most part. I told Hasan I would handle this and I am going to, even if he doesn’t believe in me. For this to work, I need to be vigilant. The humans are watching my every move, my werewolves are vulnerable, and the werecats are a wildcard. Three factions, one city, and years of animosity and treachery between them. And then there’s me: Jacky Leon, or Jacqueline, daughter of Hasan. Werecat representative to humanity, my father’s representative in the Americas, and fiancé to a rogue Alpha werewolf. Amazon KU
VAMPIRE’S MODERN BRIDE (DARK LORDS OF LONDON BOOK 1) by Jessie Donovan
Blackmailed by her father into marrying a ruthless vampire mob boss, Yesenia Vale somehow makes it down the aisle to the male who only wants to use her as a broodmare. After all, she’s a fae witch without magic, an outcast, and marrying the bastard is the only way to ensure her brother and sister remain safe from his clutches. However, as soon as the groom slides his ring on her finger, she wishes she could be anywhere else, to have a future of her choosing. In the next moment, the world blacks out. And when she wakes up, she’s no longer in twenty-first century Boston but rather in late-nineteenth-century London, blooding a vampire she’s never seen before. Leopold Yates is one of the three Dark Lords of London, ruling over the vampires in the city and doing his best to keep his alliance with the fae witches and shifters to avoid a repeat of their bloody past. ..(more blurb on ebook seller’s page…) Amazon KU
OF FATE AND FIRE (A KINGMAKER CHRONICLES NOVELLA, BOOK 3.5) by Amanda Bouchet
VS Note: A re-release.
Piers, an exiled warrior from Thalyria, finds himself in the Big Apple just before the holidays. The world and everything in it might be utterly foreign to him, but that won’t stop Piers from helping to complete a vital mission for Athena. His goal? To protect Sophie, a French teacher from Connecticut who’s suddenly knee-deep in inexplicable phenomena, danger, and henchmen after an Olympian treasure that should never have ended up in her hands—or remained on Earth after the Greek gods abandoned it. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
OF WULF AND WYND PART TWO: AN F/F OMERGAVERSE FANTASY ROMANCE THE KINGDOMS OF GYLDREN BOOK 3) by Lexa Luthor
Until the end of her days. Prince Tharon’s attempt to spy on her enemy kingdom might cost her the only person who once held her heart. But she is unwilling to accept Roswynd’s greatest sacrifice, even if it means ending her life too. Tharon will battle death to save her wife so they can live out their days together. Princess Roswynd’s final attempt to reach her childhood best friend may forever change the course of their future. Their forced marriage is unbearable and heartbreaking, but Roswynd will make any payment to save Tharon from the rage consuming her. Together, Roswynd and Tharon face their damaged relationship and try to find ways to mend their hearts. They decide that the best way to heal themselves and their kingdoms is to face the past and right old wrongs. Now they must untangle the dark past created by their parents. But can they handle what they uncover, or will it send their kingdoms into an uglier war?
WOLF FATED (BETA WOLF ACADEMY BOOK 5) by JJ King
One enemy gone, another looming, and three hot guys to drive her crazy. Lexi unleashed something wild and primal when she rescued her mates from Raphael’s Army, and discovered a global conspiracy in the process. Their world is rocked when a new enemy attacks without mercy and vows to destroy everything The Sisterhood has worked to build for hundreds of years. Their goal, to take back the equality hard won by women around the world. Their method, by maiming, destroying, and killing anyone who would stand in their way. Can Lexi and her mates learn to control their new powers in order to help in the fight against the rising darkness or will watch as those she loves fight for their world? Amazon KU
BACHELOR SECRET WOLF (SHIFTER WOLVES OF PLEASANT VALLEY BOOK 3) by Serena Meadows
Dominic is a wolf shifter. That was one of the reasons we could never be together. But I desperately wanted to. Dominic protected me with everything he had. Even while I was looking him in the eye and lying to him. Even when I was hiding a secret he could never find out. But Dominic was anything but naïve. It was only a matter of time until he figured out that I was deceiving him. That day would ruin me. It would break my heart… and potentially end my brother’s life along with my own. If I knew anything about Dominic, he would never let that happen. Even if he had to risk his own life to save mine. Amazon KU
MOON HUNTED: A RAVEN WOLVES COMPANION STORY by Marty Mayberrry
He was fated to be mine, but he rejected me. Now he wants a second chance. Iva: Rejected by my fated mate, I had no choice but to flee my pack. A year later, I took a job at Ravenmire College. Who do I run into? Rowan, the shifter who scorned me in front of my family and friends. He says he made a mistake, that we’re still fated. Do I dare trust my heart to him again? Rowan: When I revoked my matebond with Iva, I had a good reason. Bonding with her would endanger her life and everything I’ve worked to achieve. But things have changed, and I want her now more than ever. If she runs again, I won’t let her go. I’ll hunt her down and claim her. Amazon KU
ATTICUS: PARANORMAL COUNCIL ENFORCERS BOOK TWO by Taylor Rylan
Hellhounds don’t have mates. But after a decade of denying his attraction to Brice, Atticus realizes the lion shifter is just that: his fated mate. Atticus was banished from the demon realm well over a century ago when he could no longer do his master’s bidding. He had been many places but truly felt at home when he found Honey Creek. His attraction to Brice was unexpected, and when it became too much for him to control his beast, he left, leaving the lion alpha behind. Brice wasn’t sure what the fates were doing when they gave him a human male for his mate, but he didn’t care. He just wanted Atticus and the life he knew they could have together. When Atticus left, never acknowledging their connection, Brice tried to make the best of what fate had gifted him. When trouble threatens Brice’s sister and family, he rushes to New Orleans to help. While there, he makes a life-changing discovery about his missing mate. Atticus isn’t a human, and he’s never truly been gone. He’s now a council enforcer, and the hellhound is hell-bent on claiming his mate. But will Brice give in easily? Amazon KU
RED PANDA’S FAKE MATE (SHIFTERS OF RAWR COUNTY BOOK 7) by Sophie Stern
Jennifer lives alone. She works alone. She travels alone. Everything in her life is centered around that solitude. She doesn’t do well with crowds or groups of people, so she’s chosen a job where she can work by herself without being distracted. When her boss requests her presence on a company retreat that could lead to an incredible promotion, she realizes she needs to make herself seem as mature, well-rounded, and stable as possible. What better way than by bringing her mate along? The problem is that Jennifer doesn’t have a mate. Red pandas are notorious for living on their own or in very, very small groups, and she doesn’t exactly have a list of boyfriends on call. When a chance encounter leads to the perfect opportunity to claim a fake mate as her own, Jennifer doesn’t resist. After all, what’s the worst thing that could happen? Amazon Apple Books
OF EARTH AND BONE (THE HEIRS OF ELAERYS BOOK 2) by Shana Vernon
Calida, weakened by her shackles, does what she can to protect Kalamia and those she loves, but one wrong move could spell their deaths. Zari, determined to prove herself and help Lir and his crew until she learns a devastating secret that could tear her and Fen apart forever. Arianna, who escaped to a distant kingdom after a gut-wrenching betrayal, desperately tries to salvage the shattered remains of her heart while searching for allies. They must do things they never thought possible. Dark, dangerous things. But will it be enough to save Kalamia? Amazon KU
HYBRID: A PARANORMAL WOMEN’S FICTION NOVEL (IMMORTAL WEST BOOK 2) by Kerry Adrienne and L A Boruff
Step through the Rift and into the wild and wicked world of the Immortal West. Hidden just beyond the fertile plains, where two great rivers converge, a portal between worlds awaits. Enter the Rift at your own peril… Determined to survive the rugged terrain filled with fantastical creatures and dangerous magic, forty year old Claire Lowell is mastering life on the other side of The Rift. Though nothing is quite what it seems, and the mystical, shadowy land constantly fills her with both fear and wonder, Claire and her handsome vampire escort Blake are on a mission to stop the evil Fae King from kidnapping more human women for his nefarious plans. Now the proprietor of the Dusty Bunny Saloon, Claire enlists her working girls as spies, encouraging them to gather as much information as they can from the loose-lipped patrons that frequent the bar to wet their whistles and have a good time. But when one of the girls is unexpectedly abducted, Claire, Blake, and Peggy the Pegasus must ride to the rescue before the Fae King claims her as his next victim. As the search party pushes deeper into the The Rift, they encounter new and exciting creatures, dangers beyond Claire’s wildest dreams, and a witch-seer with unmatched powers and words of warning. Claire will not, and can not, succeed in defeating the Fae King until she accepts that she must trust Blake and the others and truly band together to stop evil and prevent the ultimate destruction of this wild, wonderful world. Amazon KU
WHERE HOME LIES (REBEL MAGE BOOK 3) by Elizabeth Schechter
Once an exile, Matthias returns to lead his home Enclave and settles into a new life with his beloved Solomon. Struggling with his new role and responsibilities toward the new town of Sanctuary and the people who had once rejected him, he knows that the relative peace he’s found is temporary—the forces that destroyed Haven are still out there, and he knows that they’ll come looking for him. Until they do, there are alliances to make, mouths to feed, and people who look to him to protect them. Then tragedy strikes, sending Matthias, Solomon and Tam out once more, seeking answers in the forbidden north; answers that may lead to new beginnings, or to the end of everything they’ve ever known. Amazon KU
DESIRE THE NIGHT by Amanda Ashley
Kay Alisano, wolf shifter and daughter of the Shadow Pack’s Alpha, is captured by the evil siren Verah as a captive blood donor for Gideon Marquet, imprisoned in Verah’s basement. Kay is just another victim brought to Gideon, who is trapped by silver chains and bled by Verah, to sustain him until her death at his fangs. But Kay is different and Gideon realizes she isn’t just another human. As a wolf shifter, every full moon she must give in to the call of the moon. Powerful in her own right, Kay must do what she can to free herself and Gideon from Verah’s control. Gideon’s love for Kay must stay strong to help this intriguing woman and himself. Amazon AB
PHOENIX HEART: SEASON 3 EPISODE 3: CREATURES OF SYDONON by Sarah K L Wilson
When your heart is so large, your strength is great. Fighting for their lives, their nations, and the fate of phoenixes everywhere, Sersha must open her heart to possibilities she never expected as she fights against enemies both numerous and powerful with no one but her beloved phoenix, her ghostly ropeworker, a friend and her headstrong cousin to help. Will it be enough when the fates of so many rest on their shoulders? Amazon KU
THE FINAL BATTLE (MERCENARY QUEEN BOOK 4) by Elizabeth Knight
Attacked on the eve of her coronation by the Lost King’s crazed dragon, Cassarah is left reeling. Dealing with the destruction to the castle and having almost lost her life, along with Vasin, has her wondering if they will ever be able to defeat this mad man. Her guardians rally around her along with a few others, surprising Cassarah when she thought that door had been closed. Pressing forward, Cassarah is finally crowned the Dragon Queen ruler of Sheca and all its people. With the magic of the lands tied to the Dragon Throne fueling her Birthright to new levels, Cassarah becomes an even bigger threat to the Lost King. Battles begin in the shadows as Cassarah learns that the Lost King is hiding something important in Creisal. Thanks to the newly formed alliance with their king, Cassarah and her most trusted companions leave the safety of Sheca to face the war that is coming. Armed with determination, dragons, and the knowledge that she is the last defense to protect her world, Cassarah will do whatever it takes to end this once and for all. This will be the last battle, and to the winner goes the spoils. Amazon KU
BLOODLINE OF THE ANCIENTS (CHANGING BODIES BOOK 2) by Roan Rosser
Sleepwalking may be the death of me… again. I thought things would get better now that I no longer had assassins after my head. Although it’s fun eating people who misgender me, I’m just so thirsty all the time. And until I improve, I’m barred from seeing Jack, my were-jackal boyfriend. My babysitter, I mean ‘vampire mentor,’ isn’t much help either. As if things weren’t bad enough, the amulet that started this mess is whispering to me. Calling me somewhere. I think it might be my mysterious maker. Judging by the trail of bodies they’re leaving across the globe, I don’t want to know what will happen if I can’t keep resisting. Amazon Kobo
THE SHADOW KING’S HEART (LEGACY OF FATE AND FURY BOOK 1) by Claire Marta
Join the immortal games and bring my father back from the dead. It should have been simple. The problem is I stole something that wasn’t mine. Zavon Sorrow wants it back. There’s no way to stop him no matter how far I run. He’s ruthless and devious, flinging me into a dangerous game steeped in legend and myth. I have to deny the seductive tug of war between us. Ignore the carnal desires he ignites when we touch. He’s my enemy and I shouldn’t be thinking about the dark promise of pleasure he whispers in my ear. He’ll do whatever it takes to break his curse. I soon learn that taking something from him comes at a hefty price. One that will cost me everything if I’m not careful. Amazon KU
ENRICHED (KNIGHTS OF THE BRETHREN BOOK 4) by Jody Hedlund
Lady Karina lives in a convent and expects to become a nun someday. When her wealthy father asks her to help his textile business become more successful by marrying one of the popular Knights of Brethren, Karina complies, ever the dutiful daughter. During a royal quest to find the sacred chalice, Torvald is called home to save his family’s estate through an arranged marriage to a wealthy maiden. Although willing to do his duty, he’s vowed never to give his heart to anyone after watching his father suffer heartbreak over a woman. As Torvald weds the kind and lovely Karina, he resists the pull of attraction to his bride. Even though Karina feels the sting of Torvald’s rejection, she chooses to love him unconditionally. As he resumes his search for the chalice and puts his life in jeopardy, Karina makes the ultimate sacrifice for him. Will he have the chance to love her in return before it’s too late? The real story of the Holy Grail continues. Amazon KU
HEAVEN’S OFFICIAL BLESSING VOL 3 by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu
Gods should never meddle in the affairs of mortals, but Xie Lian is not one to follow the rules when lives are at risk. He spits in the face of heaven and its laws and descends in a fury to save his country from drought and civil war. Yet this golden child gets a harsh dose of reality when he discovers just how little one individual–even a god–can do to save a crumbling nation. As the people reject and betray him, one young soldier stands by Xie Lian–a boy with a face wrapped in bandages and a fierce loyalty in his heart. In this chaotic past, can an unshakable bond grow from the ashes of unimaginable destruction? Amazon Apple Books
DREAM WEAVER (MYSTIC BEACH FANTASY ROCKSTAR ROMANCES BOOK 2) by Aislinn Archer
Hunter – After years of touring, it’s time to go home. Not to NYC, but to my oceanside hometown. It’s a working vacation — rest, relaxation and recording. But the label has roped me into a reality dating show. My relationship with my best friend, Brighid, has been the definition of complicated, thanks to her “visions.” Putting her in the same room with my girlfriends is a recipe for disaster — one that just might need divine intervention for our relationship to survive. Brighid – It’s been years since Hunter has come home. While he’s been off living his rockstar life, I’ve been building a life without my best friend by my side. Now that he’s back, I just want some time together. But his reality dating show is making things more complicated than I can handle, especially when I’m the only curvy girl in a room full of models. This has disaster written all over it, and I’m not sure my visions and the goddess I serve will be enough to save us. Two best friends. Two soulmates. His rock-and-roll dream has come true, but his best friend has faded into the background. With Hunter and Brighid both in Mystic Beach for the summer, it’s a chance to reconnect, or for things to get even more complicated than they were. Will it mean the end of their lifelong friendship, or will it reawaken the connection that’s existed between them for much longer? Amazon KU
WITCH’S MEMORY (PURPLE OASIS BOOK 4) by Laura Greenwood and Arizona Tape
Since the loss of her brother, Hayley has thrown herself into her work in the medical bay of Purple Oasis, using her skills as an empath witch to help those who have been hurt. But when her brother’s best friend shows up, her emotions are pulled to the surface, and it’s all she can do not to let them consume her. Brandon has been looking for his best friend ever since the world ended, only to find his sister instead. With his magic threatening to unleash havoc, he turns to the only person who can understand what he’s going through, forging a connection between them that he didn’t expect. Is grief the only thing that unites the two of them, or is there something deeper lying beneath it? Amazon Apple Books Kobo
BLOOD KINDNESS (THE HYBRID FESTIVAL BOOK 2) by Arizona Tape
Desperately thirsty and with her shop on the verge of ruin, the last thing Logan expects is to find help in the form of a human escaping from the rain. Ana knows to be wary of vampires, especially those who haven’t had enough to drink. But when the rain forces her to take shelter, she has to trust in the kindness of a stranger, even if they’re a vampire. A simple exchange of favours leads to an unlikely friendship and the potential for more. Is Logan brave enough to take a chance on the human she’s just met? Blood Kindness is a paranormal vampire romance featuring an f/f couple and a futuristic setting. It is set in the Hybrid Festival World. Amazon Kobo
THE SPLENDID CITY by Karen Heuler
n the state of Liberty, water is rationed at alarming prices, free speech is hardly without a cost, and Texas has just declared itself its own country. In this society, paranoia is well-suited because eyes and ears are all around, and they are judging. Always judging. This terrifying (and yet somehow vaguely familiar) terrain is explored via Eleanor – a young woman eagerly learning about the gifts of her magic through the support of her coven. But being a white witch is not as easy as they portray it in the books, and she’s already been placed under ‘house arrest’ with a letch named Stan, a co-worker who wronged her in the past and now exists in the form of a cat. A talking cat who loves craft beers, picket lines, and duping and ‘shooting’ people. Eleanor has no time for Stan and his shenanigans, because she finds herself helping another coven locate a missing witch which she thinks is mysteriously linked to the shortage of water in Liberty. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
MYTH OF DRAGONS: DRAGON TAILS by Aja James
Every lore of every clan, across time and space, dreamed of dragons. Did you ever wonder why? Erebu the Black Dragon must answer the Jade Emperor’s summons to repay the debt for his miraculous resurrection from a fatal battle. Accompanying him is his Phoenix Mate, Sorin. Their success is limited by seemingly arbitrary rules and an even more arbitrary sandglass of time. The only things they can count on is that: 1) each of their quests takes them to a time in the past, 2) they will witness (and perhaps even enable) True Love along the way, and 3) the Universal Balance hangs in…well, the balance. Their fourth task is to find and retrieve the Myth of the Pale Prince. Except, this time, there’s a sudden change of players. With Sorin battling unknown demons, and Ere refusing to leave his side, Ere’s biological son Benjamin, a dragonling in training, volunteers to take up the quest in Ere’s stead. By his side is Annie, his best friend and blossoming fire witch. Two barely legal teenagers shouldering the fate of the world…What could go wrong? (…more blurb on ebook page…) Amazon KU
KID WOLF AND KRAKEN BOY by Sam J Miller
“Kid” Wolffe is an up-and-coming boxer in 1920s New York. An honest fighter’s got little chance at success on the mob-controlled circuit—until ambitious lieutenant “Hinky” Friedman starts making moves to take over her boss’s business, and sees a use for the kid. Teitelstam is a struggling tattoo artist, whose natural talent for ink magic won’t amount to much without formal training. So he’s got no idea why Hinky would offer him ten times what he’s worth to come work for her. But Hinky has a vision for a better world, and her high-stakes plan to make it reality requires both Wolffe’s fists and Teitelstam’s magic. What neither Wolffe nor Teitelstam expects is to fall in love; and in this world, love might be more dangerous than deadly magic or an underworld turf war. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
ALPHA RISING (SECRETS OF THE NORTHLAND SHIFTERS BOOK 2) by A S Green
Resistance is futile. After Sarah McAvoy’s heroic efforts to save Reese Fitzpatrick’s family business—the Evergreen Resort & Retreat Center—the mountain lion that prowls beneath Reese’s skin rises to dominance. It prizes loyalty above all else, and it demands Reese claim Sarah for his own. But Reese had a front row seat to the heartache that comes from choosing a human mate, and he refuses to repeat his father’s mistake. No matter how brave Sarah proves herself to be. Unfortunately, the more Reese resists his nature, the more volatile the lion becomes. And when another man’s threats against the resort devolve into threats against the woman Reese has come to love, the mountain lion rises to make its ultimate move. It’s the age-old game of “predator and prey,” and only one alpha can survive. Amazon KU
WAKE THE BONES by Elizabeth Kilcoyne
The sleepy little farm that Laurel Early grew up on has awakened. The woods are shifting, the soil is dead under her hands, and her bone pile just stood up and walked away. After dropping out of college, all she wanted was to resume her life as a tobacco hand and taxidermist and try not to think about the boy she can’t help but love. Instead, a devil from her past has returned to court her, as he did her late mother years earlier. Now, Laurel must unravel her mother’s terrifying legacy and tap into her own innate magic before her future and the fate of everyone she loves is doomed. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
HOOKED: NEVERLAND WILL NEVER LET GO by A C Wise
Once invited, always welcome. Once invited, never free. Captain James Hook, the immortal pirate of Neverland, has died a thousand times. Drowned, stabbed by Peter Pan’s sword, eaten by the beast swimming below the depths, yet James was resurrected every time by one boy’s dark imagination. Until he found a door in the sky, an escape. And he took the chance no matter the cost. Now in London twenty-two years later, Peter Pan’s monster has found Captain Hook again, intent on revenge. But a chance encounter leads James to another survivor of Neverland. Wendy Darling, now a grown woman, is the only one who knows how dark a shadow Neverland casts, no matter how far you run. To vanquish Pan’s monster once and for all, Hook must play the villain one last time. Amazon Kobo
EMERALD SKIES: PRIMORDIAL GODS BOOK 2 by P S Nail
After being abducted by the Demon King, Erebus, and rescued by the King’s Guard, Cinder Lavaris has moved to the country of Ashbern, to Castleva Manor. Being the only person living in the manor that isn’t a member of the King’s Guard, she has nothing to spend her free time on except for the Angel, Cashmere Voland, who has completely captivated her. Unfortunately, Cash seems distant recently and her sister is busy enjoying her mated life and going on missions, leaving her mostly alone. She now spends her free time hanging out with the servants and baking with another male Angel—one that is giving her the attention she needs. What she doesn’t know is that the King’s Guard is having secret meetings with the rulers of the lands. Erebus is still out there, and the Demons are still attacking, while everyone is keeping it secret from her on her sister’s orders. Will she forgive her sister when more than one secret comes out? Amazon KU
WHERE YOU LINGER by Bonnie Jo Stufflebeam
VS Note: Magical realism stories.
Bones of extinct species wander a campground, stalking a group of friends in love with the same woman. The object of their affection seeks solace with a couple in a world with rain that kills. A woman moves away from her repressed home town, only to transform into a man-eating monster when she returns. A robot assassin avenges women ruined by capitalism. Journey to the liminal space with acclaimed author Bonnie Jo Stufflebeam where interconnected stories span from past to future among the dead and the living. Amazon
THEY DROWN OUR DAUGHTERS by Katrina Monroe
If you can hear the call of the water, It’s already far too late. They say Cape Disappointment is haunted. That’s why tourists used to flock there in droves. They’d visit the rocky shoreline under the old lighthouse’s watchful eye and fish shells from the water as they pretended to spot dark shapes in the surf. Now the tourists are long gone, and when Meredith Strand and her young daughter return to Meredith’s childhood home after an acrimonious split from her wife, the Cape seems more haunted by regret than any malevolent force. But her mother, suffering from early stages of Alzheimer’s, is convinced the ghost stories are real. Not only is there something in the water, but it’s watching them. Waiting for them. Reaching out to Meredith’s daughter the way it has to every woman in their line for generations—and if Meredith isn’t careful, all three women, bound by blood and heartbreak, will be lost one by one to the ocean’s mournful call. Part queer modern gothic, part ghost story, They Drown Our Daughters explores the depths of motherhood, identity, and the lengths a woman will go to hold on to both. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
THE NIGHT SHIFT: A NOVEL by Natalka Burian
Hidden behind back doors of bars and restaurants and theaters and shops all over New York City are shortcuts—secret passageways that allow you to jump through time and space to emerge in different parts of the city. No one knows where they came from, but there are rules—you can only travel through them one way and only at night. When Jean’s work friend Iggy introduces her to the shortcuts, it’s to help shorten her commute between her night shifts bartending and her work at an upscale bakery. Jean is intrigued but has a hard time shaking the side effects—the shortcuts make her more talkative, more open to discussing her past and recalling memories she’s tried hard to forget. When Iggy goes missing, Jean believes it’s related to the shortcuts and his growing obsession with them. But as she starts digging into their origins, she comes to find a strange connection between herself and the shortcuts. A shimmering, propulsive novel set in New York City during the early aughts and across time, The Night Shift shows that by confronting the past can we reshape our future. Amazon AB Kobo
MERMAID OF BLACK CONCH: A NOVEL by Monique Roffey
VS Note: A re-release.
In 1976, David is fishing off the island of Black Conch when he comes upon a creature he doesn’t expect: a mermaid by the name of Aycayia. Once a beautiful young woman, she was cursed by jealous wives to live in this form for the rest of her days. But after the mermaid is caught by American tourists, David rescues and hides her away in his home, finding that, once out of the water, she begins to transform back into a woman. Now David must work to win Aycayia’s trust while she relearns what it is to be human, navigating not only her new body but also her relationship with others on the island—a difficult task after centuries of loneliness. As David and Aycayia grow to love each other, they juggle both the joys and the dangers of life on shore. But a lingering question remains: Will the former mermaid be able to escape her curse? Taking on many points of view, this mythical adventure tells the story of one woman’s return to land, her healing, and her survival. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
APPARITION (FIRST BORN DESCENDANTS BOOK 1) by Zahlia Amin
There might be a devastating power awakening inside Aleena, but that won’t stop her from protecting the hot couple living in the woods. She might also be a ghost sporting a massive crush on them, but that won’t stop her either. Frankly, with a mouthwateringly gorgeous werewolf and stunning smart-mouth healer going at it like rabbits, who can really blame her? Figures they’d end up being prophesied to save the world. Phantoms just can’t have nice things. When a sinfully flirty mage joins them as their fellow saviour, the puzzle pieces finally start to fall in place as they embark on their quest. There’s just one problem. Aleena doesn’t know where she fits. Only one thing is for certain. The magic exploding inside her? It’s out for blood. Aleena is all too willing to oblige. Anything for them. Amazon KU
NIGHT IVY (ALYSSIA) by E D E Bell
Xelle is sure in her passion for magic, but struggles to find her place within the constructs that enable its study. Night Ivy offers the first verse of a wandering bard’s tale of fancy and fantasy, amidst the spires and shadows of the seven towers of Alyssia. The first book in the fantasy world of Alyssia, featuring plant magic, friendship, and dragons. Amazon Kobo
FLIGHT 444 (THE SYD BRIXTON TIMEBLONK SERIES BOOK 2) by MJ Mumford
Syd Brixton can timeblink. So when she and her sister are trapped on a crashing plane, Syd doesn’t hesitate to use the power to transport them both back in time five years. But things get complicated when they arrive in 2019 and discover three strangers have inadvertently hitched a ride, one of them with a dark and deadly past. It wouldn’t be a problem if Syd could timeblink everyone back to the present, back to anywhere but a looming air disaster. Unfortunately, timeblinking doesn’t work like that. It comes with its own set of rules–and those rules make the group’s return to their present just as dangerous as if they had stayed on the doomed plane. Syd has not chosen this date randomly, though. Her son’ father, Morley, is still alive in 2019 and the only person on the planet who can help get her back to where their little boy is waiting. But when two of the passengers go missing–one a known murderer–the entire group’s return to the present is threatened. And now, even Morley may not be able to prevent them from being stuck in the past . . . separated from their loved ones forever.
JUST A NIBBLE (MISFIT BAY BOOK 2) by Milly Taiden
A confirmed bachelorette, Annie, has vowed to never have a boyfriend or be in a relationship that requires more than just sexy times. She’s just not made that way. When she sees a man-eating alligator at her feet, she zaps him with her magic to find it shifts into the only man she’s been unable to forget since the one night they had together before she moved to Misfit Bay. It can’t be. Why would he be there now that she’s trying to stick to being single? Now, her world is in a tizzy when a crazy scheme to turn her into an alligator goes all wrong. She’s gonna die from abstinence if the spell isn’t fixed soon. Only one man, or gator, can keep her sane, and he wants more from Annie than she’s willing to give. Will true love finally tear down her walls? Or will wayward witchcraft cause her to be killed by a rival faction? Amazon KU
FATED WITH FIRELIGHT (DRAGON FIREFIGHTERS BOOK 6) by Ashe Moon
As the shrine priest, omega Enry’s matehood is prized and sought after by the less-than-eligible alphas of his secluded human village. It’s the night of the claiming competition, and just when it seems like Enry’s fate is decided, a winged figure appears in the moonlit sky. It’s been decades since one of these revered beings visited Silver Mountain—have Enry’s prayers to be swept off his feet by an alpha dragon finally been answered? A vacation to a mountain hot springs, they said. It would be fun, they said. Crashing a sacred ceremony and ending up mated to an overly adoring, dragon-obsessed omega was not how the commitment-phobic alpha fire drake Layne expected to spend a trip with his flight brothers. Charged with a week to test their arranged marriage, Layne is more than reluctant about Enry’s crazy insistence they’re fated mates bound by the spirits of the mountain. But when a mysterious power leaves him intoxicated by this strange human, Layne finds his defenses on the backburner—no matter how badly he wants to resist. Amazon KU
TREMORS THROUGH TIME by Anastasia Abboud
She’s made mistakes and paid the price, but Deidre Chisolm is no quitter. She’ll never again be a fool for a man, not even her gorgeous new neighbor with his haunted eyes and strange accent. She’ll be friendly, but nothing more. Lachlann has to go back to fourteenth-century Scotland. He can’t forsake his family, his son. But when a beautiful, kind, funny lady buys the house next door, he’s never been so drawn to anyone in his life. Would she believe his story? After years of struggling through nightmares and flashbacks, headaches and illiteracy, dare he ask her to help him return?
DEATH AND MIRRORS (ALL THINGS DARK AND DEADLY BOOK 1) by SF Benson
Evaline Wainwright is the daughter of acclaimed occult archaeologists. The necromancer stumbles upon a mystery when a stranger dressed in black comes to the Wainwright home seeking help. Determined to discover the truth behind the visit, Evaline follows the woman. Chasing the bizarre female lands Evaline and her beau in a mirror world without rhyme or reason. The sun never shines, the fog never lifts, and it’s always damp. Life doesn’t thrive in Londinium because of a heinous criminal known as Doctor Death. The beast can be stopped, but they need the mythical Firestone to do the job. Can Evaline unearth the artifact and prevent the creature from killing anyone else?
LAST CAR TO ANNWN STATION by Michael Merrian
Child Protective Services Attorney Maeve Malveaux is sure that Chrysandra Arneson needs to be rescued from her rich, powerful and abusive family. But how? Her boss won’t listen to her and neither will the judge. But after she gets taken off the case and sent on involuntary leave to get her out of the way, she’s determined to find out what’s going on. She’s not counting on joining forces with Jill, the gorgeous law librarian from work, and a mismatched collection of fairy folk. Or getting the ghostly assistance of the long-defunct Minneapolis streetcar system. And, perhaps, even a hand from Death himself. Mae and Jill are about to be caught up in a supernatural power struggle that will take them on an adventure from the Uptown neighborhood in Minneapolis into faery realms and beyond. All they need is a dime for the streetcar fare and a little help from their new allies to be on their way. But will it be enough to save a little girl and get them where they need to go? They’ve only got a week to find out. AmazonKU AB
HEXED OUT (FORTY’S THE NEW FOREVER BOOK 5) by Sara Bourgeois
Family means the world to Selene, so when one of her twins ends up caught up in the latest murder in town simply by being at the wrong place at the wrong time, she steps up to make sure the true killer is caught before further turmoil erupts in her family. She has enough on her plate with Niles trying to call her during the worst times, something that Cullen has certainly noticed. The cunning bachelor wants Selene all to himself without any pesky sheriffs or annoying ex-husbands getting in the way. Presto also reveals that he has memories of a long-distant place that he doesn’t know how to return to. He feels stuck in Hale Hall, but while Selene wants to help him, she’s not sure what he means whenever he mumbles something about the Twilight Manor and talking trees. What could the kitty be talking about? In trying to save her daughter’s reputation, Selene uncovers three potential suspects who were all close to the victim. She knows her daughter had nothing to do with the situation. However, with Sheriff Andrew peeved that she clearly prefers Cullen’s company over his own, he might just push a narrative that is nothing close to the truth. Selene hopes to put a stop to things before any more of her loved ones are caught in the crossfire. Amazon KU
BEE AND HARP (CELTIC MAGIC ONE) by Siondalin O’Craig
Dublin Museum Curator Bee McBride’s research tour is interrupted by a shady stranger with a broken harp — and a broken heart. When Bee, the stranger, and the harp are kidnapped by art thieves, Bee discovers the dusty instrument is the legendary magic harp of the ancient Celtic god Dagda. Can her buzzing fervor find a way to unlock the harp’s music and the stranger’s ardor before Midsummer Night?
THE ENFORCER AND HIS HEART (KINCAID PACK BOOK 5) by Kiki Clark
The mysterious Keegan has been haunting Nico’s dreams. Ever since the night he stormed through the pack’s protections like they were nothing, Nico hasn’t been able to forget the powerful young witch. Not his scarred face, his loyalty, or his fierce but sad eyes. Nico just wished he’d caught Keegan’s scent. He ached to know if his fated mate is a witch stuck on the other side of the country. No one will stop him from finding out. The Kincaid Pack is trouble. Everyone knew that, and Keegan’s coven forbid contact with them. But Keegan broke the rules, and now he can’t stop dreaming about a shifter he barely caught a glimpse of the night he’d helped the pack. The teasing smile he sees every time he shuts his eyes is becoming a near obsession. One he isn’t sure he wants to stop. Amazon KU
AUDREY (CASTLE OMEGA BOOK 1) by Elle Lincoln
An omega’s guide to surviving… That’s all. Just Survival. First, if you want a midnight snack because you just can’t sleep, then try a sleep aid. Or, if you are like me and driven by your stomach, then go for a walk and see what happens. Don’t say I didn’t warn you, though, because you might witness the murder of a bonded omega. Second, don’t panic. Whatever you do, do not panic and run for your life, but if you freak out, then remain quiet and do not race into a potted plant, giving away your location. Third, if you literally fall into a delta’s arms during your escape, and he smells like sweaty nights and a potential mate, then listen when said mate tells you to run, because that is the only way you will survive. Run. I mean it. Act like you are a track star and take off into the night, and whatever you do, don’t look back. Fourth, if you are an unbonded omega like me, don’t be naïve. The council will hunt you down and find you, regardless of how much time has passed. Don’t get complacent, take precautions, and again, do not panic. The biggest lesson of all? Mates don’t let their omegas go that easily. When he finds me, he’s not alone. Amazon KU
HEART OF THE WOLF (THE WILD HUNT LEGACY BOOK 6) by Cherise Sinclair
ll she wanted was a family. It wasn’t to be. Ripped apart at the loss of her unborn babies and the uncaring lovers who’d rejected her, Heather locks away her heart. Her dreams never come true. She has nothing left to lose. She will warn the God that the appointed guardian of Rainier territory is destroying the clan. If she dies during the ritual, so be it. Far away, three brothers are content with their lives. A Canadian Mountie, André is a take-charge protector of innocents. A computer hacker, Niall was called by the god to fight for his people. A chef, Madoc is so heart-wounded, he’ll cross the street to avoid a female. Their circle is closed. No mate need apply. When Niall goes missing, André and Madoc find their injured brother in a mountain town. And there, in one devastating moment, the Mountie loses his life as he knew it—and so do his loyal brothers. Andre’s life of avoiding entanglements disappears as he begins to care for his new clan…and a smart, generous female with the biggest heart in all the land. Maybe he can get his brothers for fall for her. But his plan is crushed when danger threatens all he holds dear. Amazon Kobo
MATING MADDOX by D J Heart
Maddox – On his first day of kindergarten, Maddox shared his crayons with a young werewolf and gained a best friend for life. Fiercely loyal, kind, and always up for a good time, Vidarr is a cinnamon bun and Maddox would do anything to protect him. Vidarr’s older brother, Thor, on the other hand, Maddox would gladly push into a sinkhole. Where Vidarr is happy, good-natured, and kind, Thor is a brutish bully who’s hated Maddox since the day they lay eyes on each other. The feeling is almost mutual. Thor, with his big muscles, leather jackets, and thighs that could crush boulders, is the worst person Maddox knows, and Maddox would rather eat sand than admit that the highlight of his week is when they inevitably get into a fight and Thor puts him in a headlock. It’s purely physical, Maddox tries to convince himself. Thor is the pinnacle of a werewolf alpha–with his chiseled features, dominant attitude, and tendency to manhandle people into submission–and anyone with eyes would be attracted to him. Right? It’s not like Maddox has a crush or anything. Thor – Sometimes, Thor looks at the person the universe chose to be his mate and wonders ..(more blurb on ebook seller page…) Amazon KU
FADED LUCK (TWISTED LUCK BOOK 6) by Mel Todd
For Cori Munroe, carrying a surrogate baby shouldn’t be any big deal. She’s got magic on her side, right? Wrong. Pregnancy is fritzing her magic, while she has to deal with a variety of work issues, up to and very much including a huge medal ceremony involving the United States and China for saving D.C. and China’s reputation. Then the Council of Lords wants her to represent Earth’s mages. All while trying to deal with magical issues without her usual power levels. Bombs, terrorist attacks, and work pressures are hard for anyone to deal with, let alone a pregnant woman. But when her family’s safety is threatened, Cori’s going to find a way to protect them…or die trying. With her twisted luck, anything can happen. Amazon KU
BLOOD AND VOWS (TWISTED LEGENDS COLLECTION BOOK 1) by K Easton
Never make a deal with the devil–especially if that deal entails holy matrimony. There’s only one rule my mother passed down to me before she died: Never venture into the east side of Edinburgh. I never questioned it. There are creatures in this world that could hurt us, she’d said. So, I stay away—until my life hits rock bottom, and I find myself curious about the forbidden side of the ancient city.
It doesn’t seem all that different here–bars, clubs, restaurants. Just like the human side. One too many drinks later, he finds me. A silly poem and a whispered wish are all it takes for him to rip through the mirror between realms and pin me against a wall. Cruel, inhuman, cunning. A demon—an actual prince from hell. With horns. What could he possibly want from me? Marriage, apparently. Because as it turns out, Bloody Marius is dead serious about upholding his end of the deal. AmazonKU
OMEGA’S FIGHT (STORMSHIELD BOOK 3) by Claire Cullen
The courtship festival has finally come to Stormshield. With his kingdom under threat, marriage is the last thing on Prince Rex’s mind. The solution? Fake a courtship to an omega prince. Brennan, the forgotten prince of his kingdom, was banished as a child to the icy prison he calls home. When he’s offered the chance to earn his freedom, he grabs it with both hands. His task? Join the marriage circuit and destroy the kingdom of Stormshield. When fate conspires to throw Brennan into the path of Prince Rex, he’s happy to use their fake courtship to cover his real purpose—to find and sabotage the kingdom’s magical shield. But there’s a reason why he was banished and why he’s the omega chosen for such a difficult task—he’s cursed. The more time Rex spends with Brennan, the more he’s drawn to the omega. Brennan is the only bright spark in a month of pointless pomposity. But it’s hard to focus on matchmaking when Stormshield is in danger from persons unknown. As Brennan’s plans come to fruition, he finds it’s not as easy as he believed to destroy those people he’s come to care for. With his freedom at stake, Stormshield’s very survival on the line, and his growing love for Prince Rex, he’s torn. Does he choose his freedom or his heart? And if he gives up his secret—his curse—his freedom isn’t the only thing at stake. Amazon KU
TESTED BY THE ALPHA (MATE HUNT 5) by Lola Glass
All it took was one dang food delivery order…Because when the guy answered the door to tip me, my wolf took over. And now I’m hunting him. I thought my first mate was bad enough. My wolf rejected him after he hit me, and I was more glad than I can ever say. Especially when I found out a few weeks later that I was pregnant. But things are more complicated this time. Now, my toddler is involved… and being taken-care-of by the guy my wolf is hunting, who clearly doesn’t know what to do with a little boy. But he’s trying, and he’s kind, which is a lot more than I can say about the jerk who got me pregnant. The last thing I wanted was to do this mating thing all over again… but now that I’m here, I’m starting to wonder if maybe fate doesn’t get everything wrong. Amazon KU
GRAY WITCH (BLACK HAT BUREAU BOOK 5) by Hailey Edwards
Famous monsters are resurrecting across Mississippi, each one recreating their own gruesome deaths through new victims. Every time Rue pins down one horror legend, another appears with its own bloodthirsty agenda. The summoners raising these vengeful spirits save their best for last, a cruel gift that shatters Rue. But she’s not the only one whose heart gets broken. Once her father realizes what the summoners have done, who they’ve awakened, there is nowhere they can hide where he can’t find them. After this final betrayal, there are no limits on how far he’s willing to go to bring down Black Hat, the director, and anyone else who gets in his way. Including his own daughter. AmazonKU
PHASE OF HATE (PHASE MOUNTAIN PACK BOOK 2) by Coralee June
I was a prodigy. A grieving sister. A girl falling for him. I died, and now I’m reborn. Stronger. Deadlier. Angrier. I’m determined to punish those that turned me into a monster. The curse kept me alive, but at what cost? I’m at war with my nature. I refuse to ever accept my fate. Once a prodigy, now a curse. Once love, now hate. Amazon KU
DECEIVING D’VAIRE (D’VAIRE BOOK 30) by Jessamyn Kingley
Greyson Variusdraconis is a newly shifted dragon searching for purpose. Growing up in the Consilium Veneficus, his tutors taught him not to trust Fate. Raised by his elder brother who serves their king directly, Greyson still lives under his sibling’s roof. King Varius recently signed a treaty, so Greyson’s job is guarding wizards. Greyson finds it boring, and he worries his brother will never accept his desire to avoid a political arranged marriage. As a child, Morgen Bassett struggled to find his footing. Two centuries later, the wizard works in a tiny library, lacks family, and has a rented room barely large enough for its furniture. Although Morgen’s early education included mentions of matebonds, the split between the Council of Sorcery and Shifters and the Consilium changed everything. With no promise of his other half or anything else, Morgen is doing little more than surviving. On an otherwise normal trip to the supermarket, Greyson and Morgen meet, and neither man is prepared for the force of their connection. Not long after the sparks fly between them, Greyson accepts a mission to infiltrate the Draconis High Court of D’Vaire. The pair will have to find a way to stay together. Should they be successful in gaining entry, they’ll also need to learn how to unearth all the D’Vaire secrets. However, Greyson and Morgen will soon find that nothing about their lives is what it seems. Amazon KU
KINGDOMS OF SHADOW AND ASH by H R Moore
Legend states that when a ruler worthy of the name reunites the Five Kingdoms, the dragons will return. Fyia has done just that, and she wants her dragons. But the dragon eggs are missing, her five war-ravaged kingdoms are unhappy bedfellows, and calls for her to marry grow ever louder. Fyia hasn’t fought so hard to hand her spoils to another, and her quest to find the missing eggs leads her to the powerful, reclusive King of the Black Hoods. A formidable man whose magical abilities match her own, as does his stubbornness. When he refuses to help, she must find a way to make him, even if that means risking the frozen wilds with the infuriating King … even if it means risking the one thing she swore she never would: her heart.
THE MOONS OF OCANA (THE WORLD OF OCANA BOOK 2) by Jessica Kemery
Bryn faces her biggest challenge yet and is forced to take on a role she never expected to have to tackle so soon. After a disaster in the mines, grief and despair threaten to destroy both her kingdom and her relationship with her mother, who is just now finding her place. Torn between leading her kingdom and caring for the one she loves she must make the hardest choices of her life. Determined to blaze a new path, Bryn sets off in her airship, to face down the forces that threaten the very fabric of the kingdom. With her young son now showing alarming magic above and beyond Bryn’s understanding, she must again reach out to her daemon relatives for help. But she finds that not all of her family wants to take her into their warm embrace, in fact, they would wish she didn’t exist at all. Can Bryn trust her magic, her mother, and the rest of the family to deliver her from evil, or will her plans doom them all? Amazon KU
AGAIN: FOX HOLLOW ZODIAC NOVEL 2 by Morgan Brice
Lynx shifter Noah Wilson narrowly escaped being captured by the Huntsman. While recuperating in Fox Hollow, he meets his fated mate, wolf shifter Drew Lowe. Noah has to return to Canada to finish filming his TV projects, so he and Drew visit when they can and come up with creative solutions to their long-distance relationship. Noah and Drew are sure they’re meant for each other and start making plans. Drew’s dreams make him wonder if he and Noah are more than fated mates—could they be a true pairing, destined to find each other lifetime after lifetime? Then Noah accidentally records a murder, and the killer is on his trail. Can he elude a master tracker and reach the safety of Fox Hollow, or will he and Drew have to wait to find happiness in another life? Amazon KU
HOMESPUN FATE (MARMALADE AND MAGIC BOOK 3) by Michael Anderle
You can bury the past, but some ghosts refuse to stay dead forever. Jemma Nox has learned that she is not the only witch in the family, but it’s far from a prestigious pedigree. And she’s not the only one whose past is coming to call. Mama B has been many things, guardian and mentor being foremost, but perfect isn’t one of them. Since her tutelage began, Jemma has learned that Mama B’s history is streaked like a polecat with tragedy, but things are about to get quite a bit more interesting. The sins of the father may be visited upon the 3rd and 4th generation, but what about the sins of the mother? Jemma’s going to find out one way or another. She’s just going to have to hope she can hold on. Amazon KU
DREAM OF MY SOUL (DREAM SERIES BOOK 1) by Debra Jess
Vincenzia, the world’s only surviving vampire, discovers her fiancé and first victim has returned from the dead, giving her one chance for forgiveness. But, if the demon that hunts her didn’t resurrect the man she loves, who did? All Marc remembers from his Renaissance wedding to Vincenzia is her teeth in his neck. He’s really not in the mood to find his former bride, much less protect her from the demon he’s chased through hell for five hundred years, even if the orders come from an angel. Maybe time really does heal all wounds, but when Vincenzia and Marc reunite, they realize the rekindling of their love won’t stop the demon from stealing her immortality and using her hybrid blood to bring hell to Earth. Only a sacrifice will, but which one of them will have to die again so the world might live?
MONSTER GIRL INN by Misty Vixen
Victor Wolfe has roamed his country for twelve years now. Ever since leaving his tiny village to escape to a life that felt worthwhile, he has been traveling the lands, fighting battles, plundering old tombs, and bedding fierce adventuresses. It’s been quite the life. But that all changes when he has an intimate encounter with a monster girl, a dryad who opens his eyes to the possibilities of pleasure that only monster girls can provide. Now he is headed north, towards the famed Hinterlands. An immense forest of wild adventure, ancient ruins, and, in his particular case, intense pleasure. Once he gets there, however, what began as a simple jaunt of fun turns into something more serious when he meets Fiona the snake-like viper woman, who has dreams of running her own inn. Amazon KU
MERCURY ON FIRE (WINGSPAN BOOK 5) by April Kelley
Mercury is content with life. He loves being sheriff. He loves his clan. And he loves his sleepy, small town. When Wingspan turns into a refuge for a group of trafficked vampires, Mercury has mixed feelings about whether they should become permanent residents, and he’s not the only one. Several folks want the vampires out of their town, but some want to do it by any means necessary, even if that means resorting to violence. And then one day he gets called out to break up a fight between a vampire and two dragon shifters. Discovering the vampire is his fated mate, he has to make a choice: Fight for Wingspan or fight for his mate. Amazon KU
LIGHTNING DRAGON’S MATE (HIDEAWAY COVER BOOK 3) by Zoe Chant
Lightning dragon Apollo has always known he’s broken – On the surface, Apollo’s life is perfect: Great friends, great job, and a great life in Hideaway Cove, the secret town where shifters are safe to live as their true selves. Inside, Apollo lacks the one thing that matters the most: a mate, and the hoard he needs in order to claim her. When human Felicity comes to town, he knows she’s the one. But without a hoard, he can’t protect her from the evil magic attacking the town. Felicity didn’t know dragons existed until one saved her life. Golden-eyed Apollo is everything Felicity never knew she wanted—except she can’t have him. Felicity isn’t in Hideaway Cove by chance. She’s a spy, sent to uncover the town’s secrets. And what could be a bigger secret than the existence of dragons? Felicity can’t endanger Apollo—or the adorable baby dragon seeking sanctuary in Hideaway. But if her boss finds out she’s switched allegiances, he’ll turn her life into a living nightmare. Hideaway Cove has been a safe haven for generations of shifters. When that haven is betrayed, it will take a magic no one has ever seen before to save them. Amazon KU
A CURSE OF BLOOD AND STONE (FATE AND FLAME BOOK 2) by K A Tucker
From jewelry thief to interloper to queen-in-waiting, Romeria flees Cirilea a traitor to all. But the yawning distance between her and Zander troubles her more than any king’s bounty on her head. While Zander may have escaped by her side, he seeks to regain his throne, and no immortal will ever welcome her as Islor’s queen. She fears it won’t be long before Zander abandons her as everyone else she’s ever loved has. Zander sacrificed his crown to save Romeria’s life, yet he dreads what her existence means for the future of his realm. As Ybaris’s plan to destroy Islor unfurls, a more insidious threat, orchestrated by rival fates, lurks beneath the surface. He can offer his allies no honest explanation for why he protects the Ybarisan princess and takes counsel from Queen Neilina’s caster, leading those closest to doubt his wisdom—and his allegiance. As their company aims for the Venhorn Mountains, steered by prophecy, Romeria is desperate to wield her newfound abilities to undo Princess Romeria’s treachery before the kingdom tears itself apart. But with the mortal rebellion swelling, bolstered by the gift of Ybaris’s poison, it may already be too late. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
GILDED FAE (ROYAL FAE OF ROSE BRIAR WOODS BOOK 2) by Shari L Tapscott
All her life, Sabine has been intrigued by the humans—the tales of their bustling cities, busy streets, and especially their grand theaters. But as a Fae princess of West Faerie, and the kingdom’s future queen, Sabine is forbidden from crossing the bridge that leads into human territory. When Sabine’s mother falls ill, she realizes this might be her last chance to experience all the things she’s only heard of in stories. She sneaks out of Faerie and travels to Davon, the capital of Valsta, and discovers the human world has a magic that’s all its own. But the beauty of the city is a mirage. Dark people lurk in shadowed corners, waiting to take advantage of a young Fae woman who’s wandered somewhere she doesn’t belong. Soon, Sabine finds herself trapped in an opulent prison, caught up in a web of crime and betrayal that extends all the way into her own kingdom. Her only hope of escape is in the hands of a human—one of her captors. Sabine is determined to win Alexander over no matter the cost, but when their battle of wills becomes a battle of hearts, neither is prepared for the consequences. Amazon KU
DRAGON GUARD CRUSADER: DSRAGON GUARD OF THE NORTHERN ISLES BOOK 6 by Alicia Montgomery
A dragon nearing the end of his quest – After three long years, Water Dragon Thoralf is coming home. His quest to bring back his king’s lost dragon has taken him all over the world, and now he may finally have the solution. But to fulfill his crusade, he must once again face the beautiful, but broken Lady Willa. He hasn’t forgotten her all these years–nor what she’s been through. Still, after all this time, he can’t ignore the attraction and connection to her, but he knows her grief and pain is still deep, so he must tread carefully. A lady determined to overcome her past – Three years ago, Lady Willa lost everything–her family, her home, and her dragon. But now, she’s content with life without her dragon–or so she tells herself. But when the handsome former captain of the Dragon Guard comes back after a long absence to tell her that there may be a way to restore her lost dragon, she doesn’t dare hope. But Thoralf convinces her to help him, and together they work on solving the final clue. They grow closer and the attraction between them quickly grows into passion, but is that enough? Will they find a way to bring back her lost dragon or is it lost forever? Can they overcome their enemies and find their own happy ever after? Amazon KU
PRIMAL WOLF KING (WOLVES OF THE NIGHT BOOK 2) by Lindsey Devin
Reyna married the ruthless Wolf King for the sake of her father’s kingdom, but she still refuses to give him her heart. Despite this, she can’t resist the opportunity to travel with Elias when he requests that she accompany him to the kingdom of dragons on royal business. Unfortunately, Reyna realizes too late that the journey feels too much like a honeymoon, and it will take all her strength not to give in to their powerful attraction. What’s more, as the Wolf Queen, Reyna is now considered valuable property. With their kingdom’s peace hanging in the balance, Reyna must decide how much she is willing to sacrifice for her new husband. But even her best intentions could go horribly wrong because their enemy is hiding sinister secrets. Amazon KU
DOUBLE EXPOSURE (PONEKE SHADOWS BOOK 1) by Anne Barwell
Vampires and werewolves live long lives. The Sleepless City saga might have ended but the story continues… Someone is hunting supernaturals. Vampire Simon Hawthorne and his human partner Ben Leyton’s plans for a peaceful holiday with family are hijacked by the New Zealand Supernatural Council. Tensions are on the rise in Wellington. Supernatural councillors are disappearing. Werewolves are suspicious of anyone human or vampire. If they don’t work together, their enemy has already won. And no one with a connection to the supernatural world is safe. Amazon KU
PROTECTOR’S PROMISE (HEAT HAVEN OMEGAVERSE BOOK 3) by Sarah Blue
Smith didn’t know what to expect when he started working for music icon Deja Fox (also known as Cami Jenson). He thought he was going to be protecting a needy, manipulative Omega. It winds up being far from the truth. Cami is beautiful and complex. He finds himself not wanting to be curt and short with her but actually wanting to get to know the real her, not her celebrity façade. She’s been used by others and doesn’t have many people in her life who she can trust. Smith makes it his mission to be that person for her. He can’t offer her what he believes she wants, like a pack or financial security. So he sticks to what he does best and puts keeping her safe above all else. But when Cami signs up for Heat Haven and Smith needs to be present for her protection, will he be able to keep his feelings and his hands to himself? Amazon KU
POSSESSION (THE MATE GAMES BOOK 3) by Meg Anne and K Loraine
He saved me from a vengeful wolf but became a monster to do it. And now I’ve lost him. My Viking. My Alek. Locked away in Novasgard, he’s beyond reach. I have no way to find him. No way to tell him about my secret. About the two words that changed everything. To make matters worse, Noah and Caleb want nothing to do with me now that they know. Two little words, and I’m on the verge of losing them. My confessor. My berserker. My prince. My Alpha…the only one remaining by my side. A couple months ago, my biggest worry was finding my wolf. Now we’re dealing with demons, and fending off attacks from the fae. For every enemy we defeat, more lurk in the shadows. The one thing they all have in common? They’re after me. We’re not safe anywhere, and there’s something dark and powerful inside me. Something only Alek can help me control. I have to get him back, to fix what’s broken between all of us. Because if I’ve learned anything since coming to Ravenscroft, it’s that I’m not going to survive this without my mates. All four of them. Amazon KU AB
A DRAGON’S DESIRE (THE PRETERN WARS BOOK 2) by Shiloh Walker
SORIN: He is Zmeu, one of the great dragons of myth. As a young dragon, he was told an important truth: Dragons do not fall in love. They definitely did not fall in love with mortal women. It’s a lesson Sorin takes to heart. He might have had a mortal mother, but mortals had also killed her, leaving him alone. A dragon grown, he dwells in an impenetrable castle, living a dragon’s best life. He dances with fae swan maidens, steals baubles from unknowing kings, scoffs at mortals stumbling through life wasting time on war, hate…love. Then love finds him. In the village of his birth, a woman teaches him a truth his dragon family hadn’t—it’s rather easy for a dragon to love. Ever seeking solace, ever seeking home – Easy to love, yes. But understanding her? Not so easy. Sorin’s arrogance led to her death…and a curse. Hundreds of years later, living in the New World as the world prepare for war, he is almost numb to the curse that haunts him still. You will wander, you will roam, they’d said. He did. But seeking solace, seeking home? Home and solace were lost to him, every bit as much as his love. As penance, he guards the mortals in his territory, as she had protected those under her care. He’ll hold off the coming war as long as possible. When the time comes to take up a sword—or breathe fire—he will. It’s little comfort, but his lost love would expect him to protect. So he does. One night, a sudden awareness yanks him from deepest sleep. Chasing the faint magical trail, he finds a woman battling for her life. Just before a killing strike, he sees her eyes…eyes of haunting green. The eyes of the woman he’d loved, the eyes of the woman he’d killed.
SEDUCED BY A BEAR EMT (HEROES OF NEW YORK) by Lisa Daniels
One hot night with a gorgeous stranger, And I’ve been making horrible decisions ever since. With each passing day, I’m sure that he was my fate, And I chose someone else. Years later, and I’m full of regrets. I hate PR, but I’m one of the best in the city And it was worth it to keep my staff employed. But even that is no longer enough. Especially since some people now want to see me dead. I’m a survivor though, so I’m only mildly concerned. It’s the EMT that I keep encountering who’s my immediate problem. I can get past those seductive eyes and the way they trace over my body, but my heart didn’t seem to have gotten the memo. He’s infuriating but impossibly enticing. I never wanted to be that woman who fell into an enemy to lovers’ romance. But that’s exactly where I’m heading. If I don’t get killed first. Amazon KU
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LINKS TO RECENT NEW RELEASES POSTS from Veronica:
“New” is generally plus or minus a week or two. I try to catch up on ones I missed in recent months. And I may mention ‘special items’.
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