Winner: Black Night by Christina Henry

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PRIZE: One copy of Black Night

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Tynga

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Review: Second Grave on the Left by Darynda Jones

Second Grave on the Left
Author:Darynda Jones
Release Date: August 16, 2011
Publisher: St. Martins Press
Charley Davidson Book #2
ISBN:  0312360819
ISBN13: 9780312360818
Genre: Urban Fantasy

Charley Davidson, Grim Reaper Extraordinaire, is back in this sexy, suspenseful novel of supernatural shenanigans.

When Charley is rudely awakened in the middle of the night by her best friend who tells her to get dressed quickly and tosses clothes out of the closet at her, she can’t help but wonder what Cookie’s up to. Leather scrunch boots with a floral miniskirt? Together? Seriously? Cookie explains that a friend of hers named Mimi disappeared five days earlier and that she just got a text from her setting up a meet at a coffee shop downtown. They show up at the coffee shop, but no Mimi. But Charley finds a message on the bathroom wall. Mimi left a clue, a woman’s name. Mimi’s husband explains that his wife had been acting strange since she found out an old friend of hers from high school had been found murdered a couple weeks prior. The same woman Mimi had named in her message.

Meanwhile, Reyes Alexander Farrow (otherwise known as the Son of Satan. Yes. Literally) has left his corporeal body and is haunting Charley. He’s left his body because he’s being tortured by demons who want to lure Charley closer. But Reyes can’t let that happen. Because if the demons get to Charley, they’ll have a portal to heaven. And if they have a portal to heaven…well, let’s just say it wouldn’t be pretty. Can Charley handle hot nights with Reyes and even hotter days tracking down a missing woman? Will Cookie ever get a true fashion sense? And is there enough coffee and chocolate in the world to fuel them as they do? Here is your signpost for the most hilarious read of the summer: Second Grave On The Left.

I love me some Charley Davidson and Reyes is just a fantastic added bonus. I think Charley is one of the funniest heroines I have had the pleasure to read about.  Her snarky replies and come backs have me laughing so hard sometimes that tears streak down my face. All of the characters that Darynda introduces fit perfectly and add there own elements to the story. There is great action and twists thrown around, Charley almost dies multiple times, we learn more about Reyes (yummy), we get to see some shocking things done by her family, and the ending will take your breath away and leave you wanting more. Every word and every scene in the book had be glued to the pages. I really have nothing bad to say about the second installment of the Charley Davidson series but I can tell you that I can not wait to get my hands on THIRD GRAVE DEAD AHEAD.

I gave it 5/5 stars

Week in Review 8/7-8/13

Books Ive Bought/received

Kittys Greatest Hits by Carrie Vaughn- From Publisher for review

Wayfinder by C.E. Murphy- ARC- Librarything Early Reviewers win

In the Forest of the Night by Kersten Hamilton- ARC- From Publisher on request of Author for review



Books I read

Half-Blood by Jennifer Armentrout
Wayfinder by C.E. Murphy
Water to Burn by Katharine Kerr

Reviews posted


Eternity by Heather Terrell
Misfit by Jon Skovron
Touch of Frost by Jennifer Estep
Accused by Kate Kaynak

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* New Releases for the week. Was there anything you were looking forward to reading?

* Christina Henry is giving away a copy of Black Night to one lucky winner.

* An Interview with Mari Mancusi went up on Thursday.



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Early Review: Accused by Kate Kaynak

Accused
Author:Kate Kaynak
Release Date: August 15, 2011
Publisher: Spencer Hill Press
Ganzfield Book #4
ISBN:  0984531165
ISBN13: 9780984531165
Genre: Young Adult
Review Copy Source: Author

Someone in the government knows about Ganzfield...and he has special reasons to target Maddie.

If you have not picked up these books yet you are totally missing out on the awesomeness of the Ganzfield gang. ACCUSED is emotional, action packed, fast paced and all around awesome addition to the Ganzfield novels. My one and only complaint is a message to Kate:


Kate,

WHY??? WHY must it end there?? WHY is the next book so far away?? *sad face* you wound me.

Seriously, these books are a must read. I have picked up and devoured every book in the series so far and I'm impatiently waiting for the next. I really wasn't expecting to love the books so much when I first started reading them but now I cant imagine ever not reading a new one the moment I am able to get my hands on one. The characters grow so much in each book and even though the books are fast paced and are a quick read SO much happens. ACCUSED I believe is the most emotional book yet of the series. I cried like a baby for most of the book and im really looking forward to seeing where Kate is bringing the series.  Kate OPERATIVE really needs to come out sooner =)

I gave it 5/5 stars

Review: Touch of Frost by Jennifer Estep

Touch of Frost
Author:Jennifer Estep
Release Date: July 26, 2011
Publisher: Kensington
Mythos Academy Book #1
ISBN:   0758266928
ISBN13: 9780758266927
Genre: Young Adult
Review Copy Source: Author

My name is Gwen Frost, and I go to Mythos Academy — a school of myths, magic and warrior whiz kids, where even the lowliest geek knows how to chop off somebody's head with a sword and Logan Quinn, the hottest Spartan guy in school, also happens to be the deadliest.

But lately, things have been weird, even for Mythos. First, mean girl Jasmine Ashton was murdered in the Library of Antiquities. Then, someone stole the Bowl of Tears, a magical artifact that can be used to bring about the second Chaos War. You know, death, destruction and lots of other bad, bad things. Freaky stuff like this goes on all the time at Mythos, but I'm determined to find out who killed Jasmine and why—especially since I should have been the one who died. . .

I have come to the conclusion that you really cant go wrong with picking up a book written by Jennifer Estep. Her Elemental Assassin adult Urban Fantasy series is one of my favorite series and I have to admit that it looks like The Mythos Academy series will fall right in there in my top faves with it. I liked Gwen, she was easy to follow. I really enjoyed getting to know her and what she can do as she discovered them. All the Mythology was fun to learn and interpret. The "relationship" with bad boy Logan was definitely frustrating and intriguing at the same time.  I cant wait to read the next book and see what else happens to Gwen in her new role.

I gave it 4/5 stars

Guest Post: Mari Mancussi

UFI welcomes Mari Mancusi Author of The Blood Coven Vampires Series. Thanks for Joining us!!

Character This or That List: Magnus

• Shifters or Vampires

Why vampires of course, seeing as I am a vampire. Not that I have anything against shifters--most of them are nice folk who keep to themselves. The exception being, of course, the case of the werewolf cheerleaders a while back. They caused quite a bit of havoc around town until Rayne was able to find a cure.

• Pizza or Pasta

Since I haven't eaten since the 11th century, I don't really know what either of them tastes like, sadly. But I know my Sunny is quite fond of pizza.

• Coffee or Tea

Neither. Unless they're infused with blood.

• Virtual or Real

Real. With my job as leader of the Blood Coven, there isn't time for virtual games. I might miss something important going on in real life. I leave the virtual world to Rayne, Sunny's twin sister, who's very into videogames like World of Warcraft. For me, I just don't have the time.

• Left or Right

Are we talking politics or directions? Lately I've started to lean more to the left when it comes to politics. The vampires in our covens depend on us for blood and protection. I want to make sure the Consortium always provides for them, whatever the cost. Our current leader Pyrus, however, is more into trickle down economics. Give all the tax breaks and power and blood to the coven leaders and they will, in turn, help the vampires beneath them. Unfortunately there are a lot of selfish vampires in the world. (Living an immortal life can do that to a guy.) And so I'm not sure Pyrus's politics really work in real life.

• Reading or Writing

I guess I'm more of a reader, though I don't really have the time to read all the books I have on my Kindle. Running a vampire coven is hard work, as I mentioned above. I usually end up reading mostly briefs and memos sent over by my superiors. Once in a while I'll settle in with a nonfiction book. Hm. I guess that makes me sound really boring. Sigh. Someday I'd love to take a vacation with Sunny and spend the whole week cuddling and reading. Sounds like Heaven.

• Borders or Barnes and Noble

I used to love Borders before they closed down. They were big supporters of the Blood Coven series. Unfortunately, Barnes and Noble has chosen not to carry the latest book, Blood Ties. So I've been working to rally the Blood Coven members to order the book through BN.com or go to the store and order it at the information desk. We want to show the store buyers that there is demand for this title - and they need to stock it on their shelves!

• Book Signing or Panel Speaker

I don't write, so I guess I would prefer to be a panel speaker. My current job as Master of the Blood Coven requires a lot of public speaking. I'm not so fond of standing up in front of a crowd, but I know it's a necessary part of the job.

• YA Paranormal or Adult Paranormal

I don't read much fiction and if I did, I'd probably read mysteries or true crime over paranormal stories. Mainly because most of the books about vampires out there get it all wrong and it's hard to read the ridiculous things the authors come up with when it comes to my kind. Case in point: sparkles? Really? Ugh.

• Coke or Pepsi

Neither. I drink blood!

• Facebook or Twitter

Facebook. You can follow me here: http://www.facebook.com/bloodcovenvampires#!/magnusbloodcoven Or you can follow the Blood Coven itself here: http://www.facebook.co /bloodcovenvampires

• Up or Down

Up. Always look up. Especially when things look grim. There is always hope.

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Mari Mancusi used to wish she could become a vampire back in high school...

But she ended up in another blood sucking profession --journalism -- instead. Today she works as a freelance TV producer and author of books for teens and adults. When not writing about creatures of the night, Mari enjoys traveling, cooking, goth clubbing, watching cheesy horror movies, and her favorite guilty pleasure--videogames. A graduate of Boston University and a two time Emmy Award winner, she lives in Austin, Texas with her husband Jacob and their dogs Mesquite and Bowie.

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Find Mari and her books

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Blood Ties

Blood Coven #6
Aug 2 2011

The final battle is brewing between Vampires and Slayers. But for Sunny McDonald, the true war is being fought over her heart.

Though now officially back in the arms of her vampire boyfriend Magnus, Sunny finds she still can't forget the gentle mortal Jayden who once saved her life. And when the darkness threatens to steal his humanity, Sunny finds herself with a choice. Stay true to Magnus and the Blood Coven or defy them in a desperate attempt to save Jayden’s soul.

Meanwhile, the Blood Coven is gearing up for its toughest fight yet--going head to head with a splinter group of Slayer Inc who's regrouping in Tokyo, Japan, still determined to take over the world. In dark blood bars and hidden temples, it'll be Vampires vs. Slayers in a showdown that could cost Sunny not only her heart...but also her very life.

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Winner: Retribution by Sherrilyn Kenyon

Thank you to everyone that entered!!

PRIZE: One copy of Retribution by Sherrilyn Kenyon

The winner chosen by Random.org is…

Na

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