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Book Blitz: Summer’s Seduction – C.L. Briar

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We’re celebrating the ‘sinfully’ spicy release of Summer’s Seduction by C.L. Briar. You’re going to want to bump something on your TBR for this!

Summer’s Seduction: A Sinful Seasons Novel

Publication Date: December 31, 2024

Genre: Dark Romance/ Dark Fantasy Romance

  • Witches
  • Greek Gods
  • Vampires
  • Blud Play
  • Dark & Spicy
  • Mental Health

Morpheus couldn’t be trusted. He was the son of Hypnos, the god responsible for aiding Demeter, killing witches, and stealing my little sister. Morpheus had the rest of them fooled with his smug grin, sharp cheekbones, and golden eyes glinting with sex and privilege, but I saw through his cocky smirk.

Hades thought Morpheus would keep me in line, prevent me from making thing worse for The Underworld in this war, but neither of them realized just how far I was wiling to go to save my sister.

The first hint of her fear scented the air. A piece of me crumpled at the knowledge that I was the cause of it. I wished to the depths of my soul that this could’ve been different. In another life, another rebirth, perhaps we might’ve stood a chance.

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Cover Reveal: Even Vampires Bleed – E.V. Sauvage

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Who want’s to see the gorgeous cover for the next book in the Even Ever After series by E.V. Sauvage? Pre-order Even Vampires Bleed today!

Even Vampires Bleed (The Even Ever After Series Book 2)

Expected Publication Date: March 28, 2025

Genre: Paranormal Fantasy

🦇She is a bat-shifter/he is a cockatoo
🦇Forced proximity
🦇One bed
🦇Who did this to you?
🦇Grumpy/sunshine
🦇Amnesia
🦇Female rage

They have deceived the humans, led them to believe they’re archangels, ruling over the world for far too long.

But the bird shifters have nothing angelic or good.

They maim, they torture, they kill.

When they don’t toy with people’s brains…

That’s what happened to my father. That’s what happened to my other half, Léandre.

I found the first, his skull open on an operation table, after he was taken prisoner, and the second still has a chip in his brain, ready to blow up his mind.

My world is one thread away from unraveling.

But I won’t let them win.

My name is Cassiopé. I’m a bat-shifter, a vampire, as humans like to call us, and those birds are going to pay for what they’ve done to the men I love.

Do I have what it takes to avenge them?

Only time will tell…

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Triggers:

This book contains detailed sex scenes, violence, mentions of torture, murder and a heavy dose of heartbreak.

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Cover Reveal: In the Name of Honor – Courtney & Clark Collins

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We’re thrilled to present the cover for upcoming release, In the Name of Honor by Courtney Collins & Clark Collins!

In the Name of Honor (Vows & Valor Book 1)

Expected Publication Date: January 27, 2025

Genre: Adult Fantasy w/ Romance

What would you risk to save someone you loved from a fate worse than death?

A half-elven princess, grieving the loss of one father and fearing for the other.

A loyal guardsman, torn between his oath to the king and her safety.

And a creature so bent on revenge, he’ll make the world kneel to hurt them all.

Of all the messages Dimitar’s carried, he now delivers the worst of all: vile Corrupted creatures have returned and murdered the king’s best friend. The king leaves to seek retribution, and gives Dimitar an order he doesn’t expect: guard the princess, Kaleela. When Corruptors then kidnap her father, she insists on rescuing him. Dimitar must break his vow to keep her safe in the kingdom, and together infiltrate the enemy’s lair… unless the Corrupted capture Kaleela first.

Fans of epic fantasy with romance will fall into this character-driven world and thrilling new adventure, where a rescue mission turns into a chase, and only the princess or the king can be saved.

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Blog Tour: Angel of Earth and Bone – Tory Guyon

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We’re celebrating the upcoming release of Angel of Earth & Bone by Tory Guyon. A definite must read for 2025!

Angel of Earth & Bone (The Book of the Watchers Vol II)

Expected Publication Date: January 16, 2025

Genre: YA/NA Urban Fantasy Romance

  • Enemies-to-Lovers
  • Forbidden Love
  • Second Chance Romance
  • Warring realms
  • Dagger to the Throat
  • Morally Gray MMC
  • Found Family
  • Mental Health Rep
  • Magical Creatures
  • “We shouldn’t be doing this”
  • Dungeon Runs
  • Backpacking Culture

Six weeks isn’t long enough to heal a broken heart. Not for River Harlow, who lost her best friend, Javi; her mentor, Olivia; her lover, Ryder—her entire life—in what feels like the blink of an eye. Yet, as the new Angel of Water and with a bounty on her head placed by the conniving enemy realm, the only thing left to do is try to move on.

To take back her life, River stands against Chet, the horrific guy-turned-wolf who assaulted her at a bonfire. But when she tries to testify against him at the werewolf tribunal, she—and her remaining friends—realizes he has not only slithered into the welcome arms of the enemy, but the enemy is very much among them. It won’t be too long before their army of demons infiltrates Mortal Earth and destroys everything she loves.

Finding the three other elemental archangels, the Watchers, might be her only hope of saving the realm. On a dangerous search abroad to find the Angel of Earth, her strength, hope, and heart are tested in the deceitfully glittering realm of the Huldufólk. The Queen of the Elves strikes a bargain with River to take her to the Angel of Earth, but elves always demand payment for their magic, and River owes her dues—in bones and blood.

Angel of Earth & Bone is the second volume in The Book of the Watchers, an upper YA/NA urban fantasy romance series about the secret heiress to a powerful archangel and the half-angel demon hunter sent to destroy her.

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Cover Reveal: When the Wicked Sing – S.L. DeBois

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We’re proud to present the the stunning cover of When the Wicked Sing by S.L. DeBois – Available May 28, 2025!

When the Wicked Sing (The Leruna Sea Series #1)

Expected Publication Date: May 28, 2025

Genre: Fantasy Romance

Tropes/Micro-tropes:

  • Enemies to Lovers
  • Slow Burn
  • Touch Her/Him and 💀
  • Strong FMC
  • Hidden Villain
  • Betrayal
  • Closed Door Love Scene
  • Only One Bed
  • Only One Tub
  • The Chosen One
  • Queer Rep
  • Family Secrets and Lies
  • Hidden Power
  • Rising Hero
  • High Stakes (Good vs Evil)
  • Light vs Darkness
  • Sun and Moon
  • The Rescue
  • Powerful Artifact
  • He Pins Her Down
  • She Tries Biting Him
  • Deadly Power/Magic
  • Multiple Magic Systems
  • Gods/Goddesses/Spirits

Banished from the fae realm, the last surviving sirens hidden deep within the underwater city of Salus face death at every turn. They dream in the darkness of seeing the light of their homeland, Sirenia, once more. With a missing sister’s life at stake, Mariana, heir to the siren throne, must fight to save everyone she loves, or watch the last of her kind vanish from the world. After battling arcane forces, the dominating fae sovereign, and even her own heart, what will happen when the wicked sing?

Triggers:

This book explores themes of death, grief, and trauma. While these elements are integral to the story, they may be emotionally challenging for some readers. Please proceed with care and prioritize your well-being.

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Book Blitz: The Mercy of Dawn – Ashley Bresee

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We’re celebrating the release of The Mercy of Dawn, a new fantasy romance by Ashley Bresee!

The Mercy of Dawn (Fires of Carinae Book 1)

Publication Date: January 6, 2025

Genre: Fantasy Romance

  • Witty Banter
  • Found Family
  • Coming of Age
  • Murder Mystery
  • Challenging Biases
  • Mental Health Rep
  • Fae Royalty
  • Rogues
  • Cinnamon Roll MMC
  • Dislike to lovers
  • Hurt & Comfort
  • Hidden Histories
  • A subtle, elemental magic system
  • Non-war Fantasy
  • Medium-Burn Spice

“Can a daughter born under the sun of day find her heart a home bathed in moonlight?”

Cyril Rhodea has always feared the Kingdom of Reykr.

Generations of dark fables shroud the isolated moon-fae realm, its reclusive people steeped in rumors of ritual sacrifice and sanguine arts—a stark contrast to the orderly, conservative sun-fae states of Southern Carinae.

Yet when a contract to investigate murders plaguing the notorious kingdom is awarded to her uncle’s esteemed guild of rogues, Cyril is forced to confront those long-standing fears.

Reykr’s prince commander is a man she should despise, and not just because he’s determined to get under her skin. Mikael exudes abrasive arrogance, just like the foolhardy recruits who never last long at the guild.

But when tragic flaws surface in Cyril’s once-infallible family of rogues and she faces the reality of a life once loved being laid to waste, Mikael is the one standing by her side in the wreckage.

Torn between the conflicting pulls of duty and desire in a world determined to break her, Cyril knows only one thing for certain: No one will leave Reykr unscathed.

The Mercy of Dawn is book one in the Fires of Carinae duet. Dark fantasy and steamy romance intertwine in a gritty coming of age story laced with murder mystery, court intrigue and heart wrenching tragedy.

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Trigger Warnings:

The Mercy of Dawn is a dark, fantasy romance featuring themes that may be unsettling or triggering to some readers. In addition, not all relationships depicted in the story are healthy, and they should not be misconstrued as such.

Themes Explored Inc:

Graphic depictions of violence; the use and abuse of drugs and alcohol; xenophobia and racism in a fantasy setting; explicit sexual content; moments of dubious consent; post-traumatic stress disorder and trauma-related dissociation; suicide ideation; and incidents of domestic violence.

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Cover Reveal: The Rogue Heiress – Shoshana Rain

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We’re thrilled to present the beautiful cover for the next book in The Seven Star Empire series, The Rogue Heiress by Shoshana Rain!

The Rogue Heiress (The Seven Star Empire Book 2)

Expected Publication Date: March 22, 2025

Genre: Fantasy/ Why Choose

Liseya Moroeste is getting married… but it’s a punishment, not a happily ever after.

To keep the peace, and keep Liseya in line with the threat of mutually assured destruction, Deo, Filip and Adrian have insisted on a marriage of convenience for them all. But the forced bond hasn’t healed any wounds. Instead, it’s left Liseya clawing the walls of her new cage and feeling less sure of their affections than ever.

But such uncertainty is the least of their problems. Outside forces have imposed their own conditions for Liseya’s nuptials in the form of a new suitor, Ezra. To make it worse, news from the Capital comes—war is on the horizon, and with it, Sun Rose is needed by the Empire more than ever.

When the Sun Rose Trading Company arrives in Port Cenefra, meaning to control the Sun Rose at the source, Liseya’s worst fears come true. Now she and her partners have no choice but to work together to maintain control of the town, or else lose everything.

The Rogue Heiress is the second book in The Seven Star Empire series. It is a slow burn, MMMMF why choose, second world fantasy with spicy scenes and a guaranteed HEA at the end of the series.

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Blog Tour: The Cadence of Crowns – R.V. Wilbur

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This one is perfect for the holiday season! The Cadence of Crowns is a Fantasy romance inspired by The Nutcracker and will be available December 24th!

The Cadence of Crowns: Legend of the Trifolium Thrones, Book One
Expected Publication Date: December 24, 2024
Genre: Fantasy Romance “Inspired by The Nutcracker”

What is there to live on after tragedy but a story to be told?
When a fateful encounter leads lone wolf Wren Klaver to close her eyes on earth and open them in Breteria—an ancient realm nestled among the stars—she finds herself at the center of a world created from magic, trapped within a kingdom on the brink of rebellion.
Determined to find a way back, Wren secures a place in the court of the powerful but vindictive king and awaits the magic he vows will send her home. Becoming immersed in the lavish nightly dances, she captures the attention of the king’s personal guard—the soldier who exacts his justice—and discovers that he holds a dangerous secret of his own.
When her days spent in the castle reveal a history long forgotten by time, Wren discovers that the past may hold the most powerful magic of all…
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Blog Tour: The Healer – Frost Kay

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We’re celebrating the release of The Healer by Frost Kay. Read on for more details and visit our Instagram page to enter a giveaway!

The Healer

Publication Date: December 12, 2024

Genre: Fantasy Romance/ Standalone/ Novella

The Healer is a second chance, fantasy romance with the following:

✓ Cinnamon roll MMC shifter with a traumatic past

✓ Strong FMC who fights for what she wants

✓ First loves that leave marks

✓ Rejected mates

✓ HEA.

Nyx has been in love with the same man for as long as she could remember. She’s tried to tame his demons, heal the hurts of the past, but he keeps her at arm’s length no matter what. When her last attempt to sway him to her side fails epically, Nyx decides to walk away from her mate and move on.

Dark memories from the past have always haunted Briggs. He’s never been able to trust himself with anything precious—especially his mate. Too much blood stained his hands to take Nyx as his wife, so he must settle as her friend and protector. But it’s not enough for either of them. When she leaves him behind for good, he knows that he’s made a mistake and can’t let her slip through his fingers. It’s time to put the past when it belongs and fight for the only woman he’s ever loved.

TW for those who deal with PTSD or have spouses or family members who struggle with the last effects of trauma. This story
heavily delves into themes of coping with PTSD and the fear of forming bonds because of violent pasts.

This story is about healing. About fighting for those you love. And choosing the future over the past.

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Blog Tour: A Crown Forged in Blood – Poppy L. Roberts

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We’re celebrating the release of A Crown Forged in Blood this week. Read on for more details!

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A Crown Forged in Blood (The Forged Queendom #1)

Publication Date: December 10th, 2024

Genre: Dark Fantasy Romance

A dark, spicy, morally gray story with strong women, dying magic and unexpected villains.

🗡️Emotional scars
🗡️Friends to Enemies to Lovers
🗡️Grumpy x Grumpy
🗡️Redemption
🗡️Forced Proximity
🗡️Fated Mates
🗡️Shadow Mommy
🗡️Morally Gray MCs
🗡️Perilous Quests
🗡️Bisexual FMC

The land is dying.

Magic is withering.

Death lies within the void.

Lithia has been a general for a century, but no battle could prepare her for the chaos that has befallen her world, nor has it given her time to adjust to being High Queen of Suviel. A day after becoming queen, reports flood in that a curse has seized the heart of Suviel leaving a void of magic slowly making its way across the land. As the land and the fae upon it watch their magic begin to wither, Lithia’s magic is the only hope to bring life back to the heart of Suviel.

Unfortunately, they have to be able to find the heart to save it.

Calcas is angry. His friends are dead, and the one who killed them is sitting on a throne. He’s spent a decade running from his anger, fighting, hiding, and clawing his way out of his grief. Now here he is, helping a queen he loathes, fighting for a land he wants no part of, to save his family.

They will have to navigate treacherous alliances and dangerous terrain to find the heart of Suviel. But, as they draw closer, they realize that the cost may be higher than they ever imagined. Sacrifice everything or succumb to the darkness that threatens to consume them all.

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CW:

  • Main Character Death
  • Animal Death
  • Death of a Loved One
  • Violence
  • Explicit Sexual Content
  • Drugs
  • Non-Con (not graphic)

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