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Audiobook Blitz: Summer at Pine Lake – Alyssa Delle Palme

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We’re thrilled to announce that this gorgeous summer read by Alyssa Delle Palme, is now available in audiobook format!

Summer at Pine Lake-Audiobook

π‘Ίπ’–π’Žπ’Žπ’†π’“ 𝒂𝒕 π‘·π’Šπ’π’† π‘³π’‚π’Œπ’† π’ƒπ’š π‘¨π’π’šπ’”π’”π’‚ 𝑫𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆 π‘·π’‚π’π’Žπ’†

Published: May 16, 2024

Genre: YA Romance

Narrator: @starring_alyssa_as_herself

Comp: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han

After the death of her beloved grandmother, Sarah Williams, an 18-year-old aspiring writer and recent high school graduate, goes to her grandma’s cottage on Pine Lake. Sarah spent many happy childhood years in their cozy cabin nestled in the ancient pine trees, but she is plagued by her lifelong crush on Scott Roberts, her summer neighbour. They have a long history of summers together. Tired of her unrequited love, Sarah bravely pursues the gorgeous Swiss exchange student who is staying with the Roberts family for the summer.

Sarah’s summer begins to unravel when her family is rocked by a scandalous secret. Before the dust begins to settle, an unexpected tragedy sends Sarah into a tailspin. In her despair, she pushes everyone she loves away, even Scott. In order to find the path to healing and love, Sarah must rely on her grandmother’s lessons from the past.

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Blog Tour: The Plot Twist – Victoria Walters

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One new boss, one ex-boyfriend, one big dilemma…

Stevie Phillips has just landed her dream job working for a publishing company and it seems like this is page one of her new, improved life.

But her first day throws more curveballs than she thinks she can handle: there’s been a takeover and the whole publicity team has been fired. And her new boss is the last face she expected to see.
Because Noah Anderson also happens to be her ex-boyfriend.

Thrown together on a campaign for a book the rest of the staff don’t want to touch with a barge-pole, Stevie resolves to make the best of a bad situation. This is her chance to prove herself, and she’s not going to let the man who broke her heart ruin it for her.

When Noah starts hinting that there was more to their break up than him just not loving her, Stevie’s resolution starts to wobble. Getting back with your ex is never a good idea, is it? Especially not when
your ex is also your boss…

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Victoria Walters is the author of both cosy crime and romantic novels, including the bestselling Glendale Hall series. She has been chosen for WHSmith Fresh Talent, shortlisted for two RNA novels and was picked as an Amazon Rising Star. Previously published by Hera, she is now writing romantic comedies for Boldwood.

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My thoughts: I really liked Stevie and her friends, she’s so enthusiastic about her new job, despite the nightmare that is having her ex as her new boss. She’s really excited about the new book she has to promote and even though her grand-boss doesn’t support them, she knows she can make it happen.

As she and Noah work together and finally start talking about what happened to them, the real reason he’d run off to New York, things start to improve. And get steamy as they both realise they still have feelings for one another.

This was a fun and enjoyable book, it made me laugh and smile and as a reader, it was excellently bookish.

*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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Blog Tour: A Dream of Blood – Olivia Boothe

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We’re celebrating the release of A Dream of Blood and Magic, a gothic fantasy romance by Olivia Boothe! Pre-order now or get you copy on June 12th!

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A Dream of Blood and Magic (Spirit Marked Book 1)

Publication Date: June 12, 2024

Genre: Gothic Fantasy Romance

Underworld meets Kingdom of the Wicked in this forbidden love, rivals to lovers, high stakes, slow-burn gothic contemporary fantasy romance.

Series Tropes:

  • Vampires, witches, and other supernatural creatures
  • Chosen One
  • Forbidden Love
  • Rivals to Lovers (Meant to be rivals who become lovers)
  • Forced Proximity
  • A bargain that leads to more
  • Spirit-Bonded (fated mates)
  • Slow Burn (couple doesn’t become an item until book 2, but the tension is built in book 1)
  • Found Family
  • High Stakes quest
  • Portal Magic
  • Elemental Magic
  • Time Travel
  • Spirit Guardians (familiars)
  • Good vs evil

A SINISTER DARKNESS BREWS, SOWING THE SEEDS OF WAR. AND AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL IS A YOUNG WITCH WILLING TO RISK IT ALL TO SAVE THOSE SHE LOVES.

When a mysterious crow crash-lands through Avery Jaxon’s Brooklyn apartment window, awakening the elemental magic dormant in her veins, Avery soon discovers her entire life has been a skillfully woven lie, and that even her new avian friend holds secrets of its own, including the answers to her shrouded past.

But pulling back the veil is only the beginning. An ancient prophecy has been set in motion, thrusting Avery into a centuries-old supernatural war between witches and vampires.

Seeking to harness Avery’s rare and ancient power, the most notorious dark arts witch hive in the world is on the hunt to find Avery before she’s captured by Kane, a vampire sworn to protect humankind from the next Spirit Markedβ€”a foretold witch with such immense, raw magic, it will threaten to destroy all life on Earth.

Now, to save humanity and protect her friends, Avery must learn to control her potent magic, all while building an alliance with the warrior vampire sent to seize her. Their destinies are more entwined than either could have ever foreseen. But despite the magic that binds their paths and the enigmatic attraction growing between them, Avery struggles to trust the man born to be her enemy.

However, Kane’s not the only vampire thirsting for the honeyed taste of Avery’s blood…someone else also seeks to wage a war against her heart.

In the end, Avery must not only grapple with the painful truth behind her family’s past, but she’ll need to accept the journey laid out before her. For not only do the lives of those she loves depend on it, but so do the lives of every mortal and immortal creature alike.

Intended for audiences 18 years+

Triggers:

  • Blood and gore
  • Death and violence
  • Explicit language
  • Some sexually explicit content
  • Stalking
  • Abductions
  • Mention of young girls being trafficked for blood
  • Animal death (vampire killing a boar and drinking its blood)
  • Commentary on childhood trauma due to losing parents at a young age and having a bad experience being in the foster care system
  • Commentary on mental health due to childhood trauma, such as feelings of abandonment, betrayal, and issues with authority

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About the Author

REAL LOVE AS IT IS. MESSY. COMPLICATED. AND SINFULLY ADDICTIVE.

Olivia Boothe is a contemporary romance and fantasy author.
Born in Colombia and raised in New Jersey since the age of eight, Olivia always dreamed of becoming a storyteller. Now, she enjoys crafting novels with deep, layered plots because romance is not just about the first kiss and the happily ever after, it’s about everything in between.

In addition to writing, Olivia loves reading across all genres, binge watching her favorite TV shows, and hanging out on Tuesday nights with her girlfriends for wine, snacks, and junk-TV therapy. Olivia lives in Northern New Jersey with her hubby, three boys, and a mini Aussie named Rosie.

OLIVIA BOOTHE

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Blog Tour: The Fae of the Fjord – Elle Thrasher

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Welcome to the tour for The Fae of the Fjord by Elle Thrasher! Read on for more details and visit our Instagram page for a chance to win a signed paperback copy!

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The Fae of the Fjord: A Fantasy Romance (The Nordic Fae Series, Book 1)

The Fae of the Fjord is a steamy fantasy romance set in modern-day Norway, with heaps of humor, magic, and Scandinavian flair. This is a why-choose (lite) romance, because why have one fae when you could have two?

  • Grumpy/sunshine
  • Fae fantasy romance
  • Who hurt you
  • Why choose (MFM)
  • Laugh out loud funny
  • Spicy

It isn’t Lennie Martin’s fault her cruise ship left without her…

Okay, that’s kind of a lie.

The ship left on schedule, but Lennie is distracted photographing the stunning fjord outside the tiny Norwegian village and loses track of time.

Out of luck, Lennie finds herself stranded in the quirky town until the next boat arrives. When she accidentally punches Espen, a friendly local cop with a penchant for yoga, who turns out to be far more than meets the eye (which in itself is plenty), she propels herself head over heels into a magical mystery the likes of which she never could have imagined. Because that last photograph that cost Lennie her ride? Turns out that silver light she captured was evidence of an illegal magic transfer between fae β€” not a stray lens flare β€” that could have detrimental effects on the fjord region.

To return home, all she needs to do is survive a week in the little village, help Espen with his investigation, and avoid the local grump, Øyvin, who seems determined to make her vacation a whole lot more complicated. Or more fun, depending on how you look at it.

When friendships bloom between her and the fae and the urge to solve this mystery grows stronger, Lennie is torn between commandeering a boat to run back to her normal life, or digging in her heels to be a part of this new world and help the fae of the fjord.

CW: Violence, graphic language, on page sex, loss of a loved one, and poisoning.

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About the Author

Hi! I’m Elle Thrasher, an author of romantic fantasy books.

My books are filled with relatable heroines, swoon-worthy heroes, lots of laughs, and locations that will give you wanderlust.

While I’m originally from the UK, and lived in Norway for seven years too, I now live in the US with my husband and one very fluffy dog. When I’m not writing, I can usually be found drinking a cup of tea, staring at my never-ending tbr, or taking a joke waaaaay too far.

ELLE THRASHER

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Book Release Blitz: Securing Aubrey – Julia Douglas

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Happy publication day to author Julia Douglas! This one is perfect for summer reading friends!

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Securing Aubrey (Hawthorne Security Book 1)

Publication Date: June 11, 2024

Genre: Romantic Suspense

πŸ•ΆοΈ Celebrity/Bodyguard Romance
πŸ’ž Forced Proximity
🀫 Family Secrets
🎲 High Stakes
πŸ’• Found Family
✨ HEA

Loyalty. Obsession. Betrayal.

World-renowned singer Aubrey Gray is finally free after spending the last seven years earning money to pay for her sister’s hospital bills. When she announces her early retirement and leaves Los Angeles in the rearview, she expects some fans will be disappointed. She can handle that. What she isn’t sure how to handle is the unexpected onslaught of hateful comments, death threats, and the decapitated teddy bear sitting innocuously on her dining room table.

As her dream of freedom devolves into a nightmare, Aubrey reluctantly acknowledges she may need help. Unfortunately, her best chance for survival rests with stubborn, overprotective celebrity bodyguard Noah Hawthorne who is one big-name client away from securing a prosperous future for his company–and his team.

As their strictly business relationship blooms into a full-fledged romance, Aubrey and Noah are tested when a series of horrific events begins to unfold. Will Noah be able to protect Aubrey or will the stalker waiting in the wings outsmart them both?

Fans of Gilmore Girls and Susan Stoker’s Protecting Caroline will enjoy this small-town, celebrity-bodyguard romantic suspense.

Securing Aubrey is the first book in an interconnected series. It is a stand-alone novel with a guaranteed HEA.

Triggers: Brief mention of SA, Character death

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About the Author

Julia Douglas is a captivating author of clean romantic suspense novels.

Julia Douglas writes sweet romantic suspense novels that pull readers into worlds filled with tension and romance. Julia’s novels are enjoyed for their intriguing plots, heartfelt romance, and wholesome themes, making them a perfect escape for readers of all ages. When she isn’t weaving tales of love and suspense, Julia enjoys a cozy life in the suburbs with her amazing husband and their two phenomenal children.

JULIA DOUGLAS

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Blog Tour: Tenebrium – Elanor Miller

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We’re thrilled to be touring Tenebrium this week! It’s a romantic, dystopian, noir detective thriller set in a futuristic Gatsby Era by Elanor Miller. Think Peaky Blinders meets The Great Gatsby, with a dash of the game BioShock!

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Tenebrium (Flappers and False Gods Book Duet – Book One)

Publication Date: January 2023

Genre: Noir Thriller/Dystopian/Romance

🏒Dystopian
🚬Noir
πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™€οΈDetective Thriller
🍸Set in a futuristic Gatsby era
🎷Jazz
πŸ‘₯Cults
πŸ”«Mobsters
πŸ’”Forbidden Romance

Tenebrium is a romantic, dystopian, noir detective thriller set in a future where the prohibition/Gatsby era has come around again.

The year is 2425, and the jazz age is in full swingβ€”again.

Guys, dolls, gangsters and molls, drugs and prohibition are just the tip of the iceberg for Detective Thea Williams and her mentor Walt as they struggle to solve a horrific series of murders, all the while dealing with the consequences and complications of their not-so-professional relationship.

Embroiled in the case and stymied at every turn by the corrupt District Attorney, who also happens to be her estranged father, Thea quickly discovers a much more sinister plot.

Thrown into a dark world of cults and corruption, Thea must fight for survival lest Tenebrium City eat her alive.

In Tenebrium City, even neon lights cast shadows…

This decopunk thriller is the debut novel from Scottish author Elanor Miller. Lovers of The Great Gatsby, Blade Runner and Altered Carbon will find a home in Tenebrium.

Decopunk is a subgenre of Cyberpunk, similar to Steampunk but with an Art Deco aesthetic.

*This book is written in British English.

Content Warning:

  • Abuse
  • Torture
  • Murder
  • Mutilation
  • Adultery/Cheating
  • Addiction
  • Substance Abuse
  • Forced Prostitution
  • Violence

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Cover Reveal: Illusion of Stars – Sarah Marie Page

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We’re thrilled to present the cover for Illusion of Stars by Sarah Marie Page, a banter filled romantasy!

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Illusion of Stars: A Banter Filled Romantasy

Expected Publication Date: July 16, 2024

Genre: Romantic Fantasy

*ACOMAF style romance
*Feral love interest
*You drew scars around my scars
*Fade to black spice
*He teaches her to be stΓ‘bby
*FMC is a terrible spy
*Bridge Kingdom vibes

She’s stealing more than secrets.

As the royal physician of a tiny, windswept island, Isabel spends her days trying to keep the queen from dying and the mad king from streaking naked down the halls. But when her best friend is found murdered on the beaches, her world is ripped apart. Desperate for answers, she discovers a stash of letters that reveal a terrifying truth: the neighboring kingdom of Volgaard possesses a kingdom-shattering weapon and is poised to conquer everything in its path.

Seeking vengeance, Isabel infiltrates the enemy. Her mission? Woo Erik Lothgarson, the general’s steamy, illusion-magic wielding son, and steal the dangerous weapon. She can bring Volgaard to its kneesβ€”if she isn’t caught.

But as Isabel dances along the knife edge of deception, the lines between truth and fiction blur, and she must wrestle her quest for vengeance against her undeniable attraction to the enemy.

The heart-pounding tension of Danielle Jensen’s BRIDGE KINGDOM meets the snarky banter of Emily Thiede’s THIS VICIOUS GRACE in this swoon-worthy fantasy romance.

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Blog Tour: Hers to Rule – Coral Alejandra Moore

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Happy release day to Coral Alejandra Moore and congratulations on the release of her scorching new monster romance, Hers to Rule!

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Hers to Rule (Scorching in Sin City Book 1)

Publication Date: June 3, 2024

Genre: PNR/ Monster Romance

Spice Level: 🌢️🌢️🌢️🌢️

Cover Designer: @night.witchery

Soulbonds ⛓️
Polyamory πŸ’ž
Emotional Scars πŸ’”
Healing Together 🩹
Forbidden Love πŸ’—
Grumpy/Sunshines β˜€οΈ
Touch Them and Die πŸ’€
Found Family 😊
Spicy, Fast Burn 🌢️
Discovering Her Power ✨
Secrets and Intrigue πŸ”

A valiant protector. A reluctant queen. A broken heart.

When Mariana’s gargoyle crush Cisco kills her father, he frees her from the cycle of abuse that held her captive. Cisco urges her to flee Las Vegas before anyone can stop her.

But Mari knows two things for certain: if she leaves Cisco won’t survive, and she can’t live with that. The opportunity to transform her city with the person she’s yearned for so long ignites a fiery passion she can’t resist.

She decides to rule the Demon King’s criminal empire by Cisco’s side and heal the harm her father caused. His cruel legacy runs deepβ€”right through the heart of Rio, a puma shifter who was the first to see the gentle soul beneath Cisco’s rocky exterior.

The steamy moments of solace the three share don’t last long, because the city is crawling with her father’s allies, out seeking fortune and revenge. Mari must race to unlock the secrets of her sensual powers before everything they’ve strived for is ripped away.

Hers to Rule is the scorching introduction to a series that explores the intimate lives of the paranormal denizens of Sin City. If you enjoy spicy, fast burns with a side of action, a sassy heroine finding her power, and multiple partners, this book is for you.

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About the Author

Coral Alejandra Moore writes character driven stories of connection and triumph. All of her books are kissing books.

Currently she lives in the beautiful state of Washington with the love of her life and a dangerously smart Catahoula Leopard Dog where she rides motorcycles, raises chickens, and drinks all the coffee.

CORAL ALEJANDRA MOORE

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Book Blitz: The Godless Kingdom – Sheila Masterson

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The series is complete! Make sure to add the final installment, The Godless Kingdom to your shelves today!

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The Godless Kingdom (The Lost God Book 4)

Publication Date: June 3, 2024

Genre: Adult Romantic Fantasy

βš”οΈ Grumpy warrior
πŸ‘€ Multiple POVs
βœ‰οΈ Spying behind enemy lines
😑 Feminine rage
πŸ‘―β€β™€οΈ Strong female friendships
πŸ‘‘ Cruel tyrant king
🧠 Mental health representation
β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή Second chance at love
πŸ—‘οΈJoke about her and πŸ’€
πŸ₯° Found family
✨ Soul bond
🌢️ Spicy

*Warning SPOILERS*

A king ripped from his throne. An imposter wearing the crown. A court balanced on a knife’s edge.

In the wake of a violent rebellion, Cecilia and Xander are trapped behind enemy lines under the thumb of a cruel tyrant. It’s impossible to know who to trust with the culture of fear Vincent has instilled in the Argarian court. Clawing back the power he stole requires slow and careful progress. The vicious king needs them both alive for now, but one wrong move will land them in tower jails or worse.

Outside the castle walls, Evan enlists his network of spies to help his friends escape. But moving through town freely and accessing the castle grounds requires accepting help from an unexpected ally.

In the heart of Vincent’s court, Rainer is rendered from an aching past he can’t remember and is desperate for the glorious future he’s been chasing his whole life. Torn between his duty, his honor, and his heart, Rainer must decide what he wants most and what price he’s willing to pay for it.

They all walk a perilous line and one misstep will cost them their lives and the chance at the happily ever after they’ve fought so hard for.

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Cover Reveal: A Crown Forged in Blood – Poppy L. Roberts

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How gorgeous is this cover?! Make sure you add A Crown Forged in Blood by Poppy L. Roberts to your TBR!

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

Expected Publication Date: December 2024

Genre: Dark Fantasy Romance

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

πŸ—‘οΈEmotional scars
πŸ—‘οΈFriends to Enemies to Lovers
πŸ—‘οΈGrumpy x Grumpy
πŸ—‘οΈRedemption
πŸ—‘οΈForced Proximity
πŸ—‘οΈFated Mates
πŸ—‘οΈShadow Mommy
πŸ—‘οΈMorally Gray MCs
πŸ—‘οΈPerilous Quests
πŸ—‘οΈ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.

CW:

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

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About the Author

Poppy Roberts has always been a passionate lover of stories and has finally decided it was time to tell one of her own.

As a child she always enjoyed playing pretend, inventing stories, and immersing herself in imaginary worlds. Now, as an adult, she still gets excited about fairy rings, magical creatures, and discovering entirely new worlds. Her mother encouraged her love of reading at a young age, and Poppy’s search for that magical feeling has only grown stronger over time.

POPPY L. ROBERTS

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