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Blog Tour: A Secret Shared With Sirens – Ariella Isabella

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We’re celebrating the January 16th release of A Secret Shared with Sirens with a week-long tour!

A Secret Shared with Sirens

Publication Date: January 16, 2025

Genre: Dark Fantasy Romance

– Dual POV
– Gods & Monsters
– Shadow Magic
– Underworld
– Political Intrigue
– Magical War
– Man-eating sirens

“She was the endless darkness between life and death. Bitter, and consuming. A poison I couldn’t stop drinking, and a cold lake I wanted to drown in. Their souls were one, but Isolde had taken everything Evlyn’s life had to give and sharpened it into power.”

Isolde:

Being pulled from the wreckage of an elven ship by bloodthirsty sirens, I was now surrounded by an entirely different set of creatures with claws and teeth. Achelous, the Father of Sirens and son to the blood mage Medea shines a light on Caspian’s hunt for the mythical blade, the God Killer. His finned daughters are nothing like how I had imagined them, they’re worse, and they are weary of my foul magic. Achelous is reluctant to join the war on the continent, but when the siren’s home is attacked by the Elf King, he’s Helbent on revenge.

Everyday the darkness grows louder and more corporal, and I swear that I can feel its frigid breath on my neck when it whispers its sweet promises of power and revenge. After traveling with Cadmael, the messenger god who followed me overboard and onto the Elven ship, and the siren Thelxi to the City of Souls, we find out that Silas’ depravity knows no bounds.

If we usurp the treacherous Queen Athalia, who will sit on the Arramorian throne? Who will be the voice of humans, in a war wielded by villainous gods and wicked creatures?

Death:

Watching Isolde die the first time was painful, and every other time was like ripping my heart in two. She now knew that I had taken her first life in a twisted deal with the darkness, but what she didn’t know was the depth of her attachment’s powers. This ancient, unfathomable being is manipulating her in front of my eyes and all I can do is plead with her to push it away. To not take the deal I did.

The greatest fear of a creature who’s claimed power is that someone more cunning and vicious will steal it from him, and Isolde just might be that creature, but she still doesn’t know the whole truth. Her world with Caspian is a lie, and the truth might not set her free.

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Cover Reveal: Bound by Wishes – Jessica Spruill

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We’re proud to present the cover for Jessica Spruill’s upcoming fantasy romance, Bound by Wishes

Bound by Wishes (Enchanted Deceptions Book 1)

Expected Publication Date: April 3, 2025

Genre: Fantasy Romance

  • Touch her and die
  • He tends to her wounds
  • Anxiety/PTSD rep
  • Only one elephant
  • He teaches her to flirt
  • No-spice fantasy
  • Slow burn
  • He falls first

He’s cursed by treachery. She’s bound by wishes. Together, they’ll find salvation. Or utter devastation…

Caleena has spent her career fighting for recognition in a male-dominated field. So when she’s summoned to Jalam to decipher an ancient language carved into the entrance of King Thalorian’s legendary mines, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime. But when an accident brings her face-to-face with a dangerously captivating genie, Caleena begins to question everything she thought she knew.

Ranen used to be a powerful sultan until his brother cursed him into servitude and bound him to a magic lamp. Revenge is all he craves, and he will stop at nothing to reclaim his stolen kingdom. Even if it means forcing his way into the palace by transforming the spirited archaeologist who freed him into a princess—and potentially a bride.

When Ranen uncovers the true scope of his brother’s plans, he knows his revenge—and his growing feelings for Caleena—will have to wait. They must work together to stop the coming darkness. But can Caleena put her faith in Ranen when it matters most? Or is trust a luxury she simply can’t afford?

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Cover Reveal: Frost Bound – Frost Kay

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We’re thrilled to share the stunning cover for USA Today’s Bestselling Author Frost Kay’s upcoming romantic fantasy, Frost Bound!

Frost Bound (Entangled with Trickery #1)

Expected Publication Date: February 13, 2025

Genre: Romantic Fantasy

  • Enemies to lovers
  • Betrayal
  • Imposter bride
  • Monster romance
  • One horse/One bed
  • Arranged marriage
  • Mythical sidekick

Dahlia Skysinger has managed to survive the underworld of Astera her whole life through clever deals, selling her voice, and never staying in one place too long. When her little brother is caught stealing from the crown, Lia is forced to make a cruel bargain with the royals.

Her life for his.

To regain her freedom, Lia must impersonate the princess, marry the monstrous frost giant king, then spy on and . . . kill him.

Taking a human bride is King Neve’s last chance to secure peace for his people. Promised a frail mortal princess he could lock away and forget about, the last thing he expects is a woman with a sharp tongue and a reckless amount of courage. Lia might be the key to avoiding war, but he doesn’t trust a single word that falls from her pretty lips.

And so the wicked game of trickery and survival begins.

But what happens when an assassin starts to have feelings for her target, and a king’s icy heart begins to melt for his little human bride?

Perfect for romantasy readers who enjoy fiery enemies to lovers romance, arranged marriage, learning to love yourself, epic fantasy adventure, sexy monster villains, slow burn with ALL the tension and angst, and mythical sidekicks.

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Cover Reveal: The Secrets of Jane:Reborn – Charlotte Mallory

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We’re so excited to reveal the cover for the highly anticipated sequel in the Improper Bastards duology, The Secrets of Jane: Reborn!

The Secrets of Jane: Reborn (Improper Bastards Book 2)

Expected Publication Date: March 3, 2025

Genre: Dark Fantast Romance

Inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean meets The Witcher in this true enemies-to-lovers duology.

He’s a mercenary set on claiming the bounty on her head, only to forcibly turn into her bodyguard once her secrets are revealed; he selfishly wants what she has to offer, but he must keep her alive to claim it.

“No one will hurt her without suffering. Not anymore. Not with me in her shadow.” — Soren

I’m being hunted.

The pursuer is more terrifying than I ever imagined.

Those in my life want to keep me safe; alive. But I’m capable in my own right, and I will do anything to protect them. Once Soren discovers my plan that’s concocted by a witch we all detest… he will despise it.

It will require muting my soul to him, the thing he loves to invade.

I admit, there’s a part of me that dreads his reaction when he can’t have unbidden entry into my heart. If this strategy gets me close to my assailants, though, my family will be avenged and my loved one’s safety will be secured.

It’s time the world meets the side of me that is born and bred in Skull’s Row.

I will be reborn.

This the second book in Dark Fantasy Romance is a Duet full of foul language, sensual scenes, and improper bastards.

DUAL POV – his/her
Finished Series. Guaranteed HEA… even if it might hurt to get there.

Content Warning 18+: This series contains explicit scenes (3.5 chili peppers), depictions of war, battle violence, abduction, graphic depiction of violence, drugging, abandonment, death, and overall, a very crude world.

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Cover Reveal: Diners, Damsels and Wolves – Margot Primrose

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“I will kiss your scars every day until you believe they are beautiful.” His hot breath danced across her skin. “And every day after so you never forget it.”

We’re thrilled to share the cover of Diners, Damsels & Wolves by Margot Primrose! Pre-order now!

Diners, Damsels & Wolves

Expected Publication Date: March 24, 2025

Genre: Paranormal Romance, Adult, Spicy

  • Wolf Shifter Alpha MMC
  • Human Waitress FMC
  • MCs in their 30’s
  • Dual POV
  • Touch Her and 💀
  • Small Town
  • Damsel in Distress
  • Diner Romance
  • Struggling Caretaker
  • Secret Life
  • Reluctant Alpha
  • Shifted Spice
  • Generational Curses
  • Scarred FMC
  • A damsel in distress wolf shifter romance

Clarissa Roberts is just trying to make ends meet. Caring for her sick aunt and working double shifts at the local diner, she’s strung out emotionally, physically, and mentally. She doesn’t have the luxury of dreams or romance.

Thomas Sinclaire never applied for this job, but when his father became injured, the role of pack Alpha was thrust upon him. Fighting against rigid wolf traditions, generational curses, and the threat of an invading pack, he finds something unexpected.

When a late-night shift leaves Clarissa in the clutches of a monster and the graces of a good Samaritan, her world is set ablaze. Grappling with love and loss, she’s unexpectedly thrust into the supernatural underground and a shifter feud for power and blood.

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Book Blitz: From Best to Bested – MN Bennet

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If you’re looking for a VERY dark MM romance with Fight Club vibes, From Best to Bested is now available!

From Best To Bested

Publication Date: January 13, 2025

Genre: Dark MM Romance/ Fighting

  • Pitch Black Romance
  • Hero to Zero
  • Forced Proximity
  • Fight Club Vibes

Roman Grayson has turned his prison stint into an opportunity of fame by becoming the reigning champion in an underground fight club. But when he’s dethroned by a new inmate, Roman quickly loses everything that made his incarceration bearable. From the extra perks of being champion, to the authority of keeping fellow inmates in line, all the way to his best friend being forced to room with the man who stole everything from Roman.

In a desperate attempt to win back his title and respect, Roman challenges the new reigning champion to a rematch, but Ezra Delgado only wants one thing from Roman. His pride. Roman has more enemies than he can count in the form of hostile inmates, angry guards, and a corrupt warden who’d gladly see Roman dead so long as it made a profit. If he wants to survive, Roman will have to decide how much of himself he’s willing to sacrifice for Ezra’s entertainment.

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Blog Tour: One Day and Forever – Shari Low

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As dawn breaks, four people are planning journeys that could change their lives forever…

Kara McIntyre is supposed to be jetting off to her destination wedding in Hawaii. However, a last-minute hitch appears to have left her without a job, home and, more importantly, a fiancé.

TV sensation Ollie Chiles and Kara always have each other’s backs. But when his wife goes viral in a compromising clinch with another man, Ollie must choose between supporting his best friend in her hour of need or going home to save his marriage.

Alice Brookes is flying away to a new life after surviving a horrendous marriage and a very public scandal… until a stranger brings a letter from the past that could change everything.

After saying goodbye to someone he loves, Zac Conlan should be heading back to Dublin. Now a shocking discovery is threatening to change his plans and his future.

When weather delays their flights, Kara, Ollie, Alice and Zac discover that storms are brewing… and the turbulence is about to shake their worlds.

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Shari Low is the #1 bestselling author of over 30 novels, including My One Month Marriage and One Summer Sunrise and a collection of parenthood memories called Because Mummy Said So. She lives near Glasgow.

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My thoughts: I love these interconnected stories of Shari’, set in Glasgow, with a cast of delightful characters, Val (who I adore) and Alice (from One Long Weekend) are back, it’s been a year since those events.

Alice is planning to move to Reading to be near her son Rory and his girlfriend Sophie, Val’s planning to drop her at the airport. But then Alice learns that an old friend has died, she has just enough time to attend the funeral before she needs to leave. There she meets Zac, her childhood friend Morag’s son, and he has some questions.

Meanwhile Kara has just quit her job and ditched her unsupportive fiancé, and still has to get to the airport to fly to Hawaii and see her sister Drea down the aisle, even while wallowing in her self-pity. Her best friend, Ollie, is also heading there, while his spoilt wife becomes an online sensation and he has to make some big decisions. 

As all these different people hope the heavy January weather doesn’t delay their flights, stories collide and the past, present and future hang in the balance. 

I enjoyed this so much, I loved seeing Alice’s story finally get its happy ending, and Val still roaring around in her yellow jeep. Kara, Ollie and Zac also get to make some huge decisions and change their lives, hopefully for the best. 

*I was kindly gifted a copy of this book in exchange for taking part in this blog tour, but all opinions remain my own.

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Book Blitz: Born of Blood and Shadows  – Jamye Smith

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On sale for 25% off ($22.50 + shipping) directly through the author’s website (see author’s bio). No code necessary.

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Special Edition Hardcover Includes:

  • Sprayed Edges
  • Foil & Embossed Dust Jacket
  • Foil Design Stamped on Hard Case
  • End Page Artwork
  • Vellum Overlay – Character Art

Customization is Available!

Title: Born of Blood and Shadows by Jamye Smith (The Heirs of Elysium Book 1)

Author: Jamye Smith

Genre: Romantic Fantasy

Tropes:

  • Morally Grey FMC/Anti-hero
  • He Falls First
  • Fae Bargains
  • Bonds
  • Elemental Magic
  • Political Intrigue
  • Shadow Daddy

Magic is dangerous. Bound magic is deadly.

Left vulnerable to relentless witch hunters, Ameris will go any length to unbind her magic. Even bargain with Xander, the dangerously attractive fae heir. Caught in a whirlwind of ambition and lust, Ameris agrees to save him in exchange for learning fae magic.

Allies are scarce. Trust is a luxury.

With the witch hunters closing in, Ameris and Xander enact a blood bond, transporting them to the fae kingdom of Elysium. In a world torn by ancient vendettas and ruled by the shadow king, Oberon, Ameris discovers her unbound magic may be key to the throne.

Unbound & used for her power.

Xander will use any tool in his quest to rule – including the sexual tension between them, magnified by their blood bond. Oberon will do whatever it takes to keep the throne and make Ameris his. And he’s not afraid to play dirty to win.

The throne is the prize. Lust is the game.

Captured by Oberon, Ameris is seduced by the very darkness she’s warned about. Torn between the intoxicating allure of Oberon’s shadow magic and her intense bond with Xander, Ameris is left with no choice:

Make her claim.
Or be bound by blood & shadow.

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Book Blitz: Shadowborn Sorceress – Mandi Oyster

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We have a great book recommendation for you today! Shadowborn Sorceress by Mandi Oyster is now available and if you love fated mates, clean romance, and a strong FMC, you’re going to love this!

Shadowborn Sorceress: A New Adult Urban Fantasy Novel (Shadows of the Loess Hills Book 1)

Publication Date: October 25, 2024

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Tropes:
Chosen One, Fated Mates, Snarky Cat Familiar, Clean Romance, Hidden Magic, Good vs. Evil, Strong FMC

The past always comes back to haunt you.

On her eighteenth birthday—half-demon, half-sorceress—Molly Ravenwood, flees her cabal, leaving magic and abuse behind. She embraces a mundane life in Glenwood, Iowa, trading the arcane for serving lattes at Harvest Moon Coffee Shop. The only reminders of her past are the shadows that torment her and Schmendrick, her snarky immortal cat.

When Caelan, her former friend and guardian from the cabal, shows up with news that her mom has been kidnapped, Molly is dragged back into a world of magic and monsters.

As dark forces and old wounds resurface, Molly must confront her demons, literally and figuratively, to save her mother—and learn to accept herself—before it’s too late.

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Blog Tour: Spells and Spice – Kay Clancy

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Welcome to the tour for Kay Clancy’s witchy fantasy, Spells & Spices! Read on for more info!

Spells & Spices

Publication Date: October 1, 2024

Genre: Urban Fantasy/ Witchy

  • Spells and rituals
  • Witches
  • Lots of food
  • Magiked cupcakes
  • Caribbean culture
  • Romance

Hold on to your broomsticks and get ready for a magically delicious ride in “Spells & Spices,” a tale brewed in a Caribbean cauldron!

Join Aditi Crawley, a spirited young witch of Caribbean descent, as she teams up with her crafty grandmother, an eclectic coven of six, and her trusted corgi familiar to unravel ancient secrets and face off against a dark evil threatening Raven’s Peak, Georgia.

Amid whispered hexes and magicked cupcakes, Aditi’s path entwines with Alexander, a mysterious celestial witch with secrets as potent as the strongest potion. Together, they brew up a slow-burn romance sparked by a shared desire to do what is right and an exploration of each other’s cultures through food. But watch out – danger lurks in the shadows, ready to cast a spell on their newfound love.

Get ready for a spellbinding adventure brimming with intrigue, laughter, self-discovery, and family bonds, all seasoned with Caribbean flavors. It’s a witchy delight that’ll leave you craving more magic and mystery!

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