Book Release: The Taming of a Scottish Princess by Karen Hawkins

Do you like historical romance? Do you like stories with Scottish characters? Then you might want to check out the new release from Karen Hawkins. Isn't that cover gorgeous?

For an excerpt of the book, check out Karen's blog here.

Suffocate by S.R. Johannes: A Review

Blurb:

For centuries, the world outside the Biome has been unlivable. Today, marks the first time anyone will attempt to leave the suffocating ecosphere. Eria is not worried because her scientist father has successfully tested the new Bio-Suit many times. It's a celebratory day until something goes horribly wrong. In the midst of tragedy, Eria uncovers a deep conspiracy that affects the very air she breathes. 

If those responsible find out what she knows, they won't stop hunting her until she takes her last breath.


(From the author's website)

My Review:

I usually don't go for dystopia fiction. It just seems so depressing, all that apocalyptic end-of-the-world stuff, and that's just not to my taste. But, I've read and enjoyed this author's work before, so I decided to give Suffocate a try. I'm happy to say that I'm glad I did. Now I'm not claiming to be a dystopia convert, but I have to say that I did like this particular story. I think a part of it is that I like the author's work and she has a way of drawing the reader right into the story, but a good portion of it is the character of Eria.

I really adore Eria and I felt like I was right there with her, feeling what she felt - the excitement, the fear, everything. She is just a well fleshed out character and considering this is a novelette, that's a feat. And about that novelette thing - I both enjoyed and cursed it. Enjoyed the fact that I could gobble up this story in one sitting - and cursed that I did it. Now I have to wait for more. So unfair! I want to know what happens now.

For all you fans of sci fi, dystopia, and just good storytelling about a girl wondering what her place is in the world - even if that world is artificially created - this is a great little book for you. So give yourself a treat and check this one out. I promise you won't suffocate!

(Review copy provided by author)

Dark Kiss by Michelle Rowan: A Review

I don't do DANGEROUS.

Smart, über-careful, ordinary Samantha—that’s me. But I just couldn’t pass up a surprise kiss from my number-one unattainable crush. A kiss that did something to me...something strange. Now I feel hungry all the time, but not for food. It’s like part of me is missing—and I don’t know if I can get it back.

Then there’s Bishop. At first I thought he was just a street kid, but the secrets he’s keeping are as intense as his unearthly blue eyes. If he’s what I think he is, he may be the only one who can help me. But something terrifying is closing in, and the one chance Bishop and I have to stop it means losing everything I ever wanted and embracing the darkness inside me....

Nightwatchers: When angels and demons must work together, something beyond evil is rising...

My Review:

This was one of those paranormal stories that stick with you. Dark, sinister and thoroughly enthralling. I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to more from this author/series. I just liked everything about it. The characters were well fleshed out and engaging, the story was mesmerizing, and I was captivated from start to finish. I even regretted when I reached the end because then it was over - and I didn't want it to be!

 If you like your paranormals dark and edgy with smart characters to match, then you'll definitely want to check out the Dark Kiss. I'm so glad I did.

Suffocate by S. R. Johannes Releases Today

It is May 21st and guess what that means?

S.R. Johannes’ Suffocate is out today!

Suffocate is the first novelette in THE BREATHLESS series. It is a 15,000 word young adult thriller that combines the dystopic and science fiction genres.

Here’s a little about the novelette…

“For centuries, the world outside the Biome has been unlivable. Today, marks the first time anyone will attempt to leave the suffocating ecosphere. Eria is not worried because her scientist father has successfully tested the new Bio-Suit many times. It's a celebratory day until something goes horribly wrong. In the midst of tragedy, Eria uncovers a deep conspiracy that affects the very air she breathes.

If those responsible find out what she knows, they won't stop hunting her until she takes her last breath.”

The 2nd novella in the series, CHOKE, is scheduled for Fall 2012. The 3rd, EXHALE, is scheduled for Winter 2013.

You can purchase Suffocate for only 99 cents at
Amazon –
B&N –

Also you can add it on Goodreads! - http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13648347-suffocate

And in case you were wondering here is a bit about the author –

S.R. Johannes is author of the Amazon Bestseller Untraceable and a current nominee of the Georgia Author of the Year in the Young Adult category. After earning an MBA and working in corporate america, S.R. Johannes traded in her expensive suits, high heels, and corporate lingo for a family, flip-flops, and her love of writing. She lives in Atlanta Georgia with her goldendoodle Charley (notice he is listed first :), her British-accented husband, and the huge imaginations of their little prince and princess, which she hopes- someday- will change the world.  You can find her hanging out online and visit her at srjohannes.com

Twitter- https://twitter.com/#!/srjohannes
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/srjohannes
Pinterest- http://pinterest.com/srjohannes/
Goodreads- http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5235537.S_R_Johannes

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Watch for my review to come!