I have not read most of the new releases listed (although I always end up one-clicking a bunch as I prepare these posts LOL).
‘AB’ denotes audiobook and the Amazon buy link.
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ALIEN CYBERWARRIOR’S MATCHED MATE (WARRIORS OF THE LATHAR BOOK 17) by Mina Carter
Desperate, she signs her life away… to the scariest alien she’s ever seen. Losing her job is the last straw for Isabella. She’ll be kicked out of her apartment unless she finds more work, and living on the street is a very short death sentence. But no one’s hiring a woman from the bottom rung of life’s ladder and even the organ-rec companies shut the door in her face. Which means she’s desperate… desperate enough to sign up for the new Latharian mate program. Desperate enough not to run when the biggest, scariest alien she’s ever seen walks into the office. Until he says she’s his mate, then all bets are off…She can run, but she can’t hide. He’ll find her. And he’ll claim her as his. Berrick B’Kaar has been looking for his fated mate ever since her DNA matched with his. But she’s clever at hiding herself and he’d almost given up hope until he finds her in a grotty downtown recruitment office. She runs but he’s not giving up. She will be his, she’ll accept him as her mate eventually, even if he has to whisk her off-planet to do so. But his courtship is derailed when events on the station almost claim his beloved’s life. Someone is targeting the humans aboard. He must get to them before they get to her.
PERSISTENCE (THE INTERSOLAR UNION SERIES BOOK 4) by Etta Pierce
Aavar Medansh, chief pilot to the human colony on Yaspur, has had his sights set on Bree Stewart since the moment she touched his tendrils. Despite his best efforts, the tough, exuberant mechanic-in-training rebuffs him at every turn. When he finally gets the chance to take her on a date to his own colony city, he can’t believe his luck. But Aavar is keeping secrets. Beneath the clownish jousting and flirtation, he hides a dark past that he fears will push Bree away. Before he can gather the courage to tell her the truth, their transpo is shot down in the jungle by smugglers looking to cache Bree in for a big payday on the Outer Exchange. What was the best night of his life quickly turns into a nightmare as they run for their lives. Will their hearts survive? Amazon KU
TACORI (KLEVIAN WARRIORS) by L P Peace
Two years since the Klevians sent a message to Earth when they finally deign to answer, it’s in the form of a human female in desperate need of Tacori’s help. For his world, he will spend time with her. But under no circumstances will he fall to a bond with a mere human. Evelyn is on a mission to stall all-out war. But when the ship she is on is taken by alien pirates and she ends up on a Klevian vessel, her mission is thrown into chaos. Evelyn doesn’t have room in her life for anything else, let alone a four-armed crimson-skinned Klevian warrior, but she will do anything in her power to save the crew and build bridges with the hostile alien race. It’s not enough Tacori has to deal with a sarcastic AI for the new ship he’s testing, but now a human female is in need of his help. Ordered by his king not to touch her under any circumstances, Tacori is horrified to find the very presence of Evelyn is seared into his consciousness. As they come closer to achieving their goal Tacori realises he has one chance to take a mate and if he lets her go, he’ll regret it forever. But how can he, when it means betraying his king? Amazon KU
QUEEN OF CALLISTO: CYBERPUNK MAFIA ROMANCE (THE VAUGHN SYNDICATE BOOK 1) by Chloe Parker
It’s hard to fly under the radar when you’re being wooed by the most powerful man in the Jovian underworld. All jewel thief Lyri Kincaid wants to do is climb the ranks of the criminal ladder on the Jovian moon of Callisto. She’s already making a name for herself–or at least, a pseudonym–when a billionaire crimelord throws a wrench in her plans. A one-night stand with Asher Vaughn has made it hard to escape certain people’s attention. Asher is rich, commanding, and devastatingly handsome–and he can’t seem to escape Lyri, as fate keeps bringing them back together. When Lyri attracts the wrath of a rival gang, Asher can’t help but intervene, and their lives become increasingly entangled. Will Lyri escape? Or will she fall deeper into Asher’s web–and inevitably wind up in his bed? AmazonKU
AMBASSADOR 12: THE UNFOLDING ARMY by Patty Jansen
VS Note: Not a romance but a scifi release of note.
For three months, Cory and his team have hung with Asto’s military in orbit, watching as drone armies attacked Earth. They could have helped more had Nations of Earth communicated with the fleet or if they could only find out where these drones come from, who controls them and from where. The enemy is smart, enmeshed with sections of Earth’s population and Asto’s military severely hamstrung by Nations of Earth playing chicken. Three months ago, the president contacted Cory asking for help. The connection was interrupted and never re-established. It’s as if they don’t want help. Cory’s got gamra breathing down his neck with the requirement that Nations of Earth officially approves the presence of Asto’s military in orbit. Something has to give. He and his team return to a battle-scarred Earth on a hare-brained mission to talk to Nations of Earth, to check on the president, to get him to sign for approval. Getting there is hard. The state of the Nations of Earth assembly is deeply troubling. But getting out, that’s where it gets truly interesting.
HIS ORC IS WORSE THAN HIS BITE (MONSTER ORCS OF PROTHEKA BOOK TWO) by Milly Taiden and Celeste King
I thought my sacrifice would allow others to live. I trusted a young child to the care of a fearsome, if broken, Orc. But Idra showed me salvation through his love. It won’t be easy. Idra has lost more than I ever had. Losing his family left him lost in shadow. Now, I’m determined to shine the light of love into his darkness. And show him that he might be broken, But he’ll never be defeated. Not with me by his side. Dark forces threaten to tear us apart, But if they think we’re going to break, well—They’re Orcing with the wrong couple. Amazon KU
WANTED BY THE MONSTER (SWEET AND STEAMY MAIL ORDER BRIDES) (THE MATCH PROGRAM BOOK 3) by Rena Marks
Anya Mallastasia’s parents sold her. Now her ten long years of servitude are up, and freedom is but a lick away. Until the time comes to free another’s life with just a few more years added to her tenure. And then a few more. And soon there’s nothing left to bargain with. She’s owned by the President of Earth. The most evil man on the planet. Jaire, captain to the Adroki clan, sees Anya for the first time and instantly knows this human belongs to a beast like him. But how can he convince her when Anya refuses to save herself and leave the appalling conditions she dwells in? He won’t give her a choice. He’ll throw her stubborn little frame over his massive shoulder and cart her from the house of debauchery where she lives. He never intends to kill her. Because how is a male to know the maiden is imprisoned by a choke collar? Amazon KU
END OF WATCH (HEROES OF THE APOCALYPSE BOOK 2) by Baleigh Higgins
VS Not a romance. You know me and apocalyptic scifi! Book one was pretty hard core gore zombie stuff…
The end is here. For police officers Frank, Leo, and Sarah, it was just another day on the job. However, when a deadly plague turns ordinary citizens into monsters, they face an enemy unlike any they’ve ever encountered. A city under siege…Cast adrift, they soon discover that the nearby fire station is still operational and join forces with the resident firefighters. Together they plan to take back Burlington, street by bloody street. Can they succeed, or will they fall prey to the undead hordes? End of Watch is book 2 in a thrilling post-apocalyptic series about the men and women who pledged their lives to the service and protection of others, no matter the cost. They are the heroes of the apocalypse. Amazon KU
THE MARKED by Eve Langlais
In a futuristic society, fate is decided by genetics, and love is only for the elite. The mark appeared while I slept and can’t be ignored. I must present myself to the Consulate and from there…I don’t know what happens. While I’ve been taught the mark is an honor, I have no idea what it means. Questioning isn’t encouraged. I must obey. My change in status exposes me to a violent side to society that I never suspected. Brings me to a strange and wondrous place known as the surface, where I am immersed in a different way of living. I discover pleasure. Am involved in intrigue. Learn about lies and different perspectives of the truth. I must also make a choice between a man who is part of the caste system and the one who would destroy it.
DARK FIRE (UNDER VIOLET SUNS BOOK 2) by Rose Mackie
*The planet Falosia has an excess of females. The planet Verit has a surplus of males. The best of each have been put forward to start a new colony and find mates, in a last desperate attempt to save both worlds. The next instalment of the Under Violet Suns series, Dark Fire is a scorchingly hot sci fi, alien romance.* Zera has spent her life suppressing her nature. As a born Warrior on a planet of empaths, she has held her inner fire under ruthless iron control. When she accepts an assignment to the newly established Colony 29, she relishes the opportunity to finally be valued for her warrior skills. Odran is a skilled scientist on a planet of warriors. Colony 29 offers a chance at a different life, an opportunity to pursue his research away from the endless mercenary wars of his people. When Zera is tasked to lead an investigation into newly discovered alien tech that threatens the survival of the fledgling colony, Odran is assigned as her scientific advisor. Falling for a warrior was never on Odran’s agenda, but sparks fly between them, as they struggle to resist the promise of a Dark Fire that will consume them. Amazon KU
MOTHERHOOD AT THE END OF THE WORLD BOOK ONE by Jesse M Harvey
VS Note: Not a romance.
The first book in a trilogy. An immersive, first person point of view suspense story, of a mother in her mid-thirties after a global disaster. Marlene, is trying to protect her family and fine a safe place to live. A Coronal Mass Ejection triggered geomagnetic storms which caused massive destruction and the breakdown of society. Marlene and her family have taken shelter with other survivors; under the protection of a small group of soldiers. As winter is approaching, other bands of survivors turn violent, and desperation grows. Marlene must make tough decisions and face many dangers to keep her children safe. This is an apocalypse story for 30+ crowd. An exploration on how a mother might have to tackle the challenges of a disaster. What decisions she might face, how she might plan. The end of the world doesn’t change a mother’s job. Children still need to be fed, washed, and have a safe place to sleep. It isn’t just a story for moms. Anyone who has ever wanted to see a strong mother fight for her kids will love this story. Amazon Might be KU?
A TOUCH OF PURPLE (THE TOWERS OF THE EARTH BOOK 6) by Nita Round
Hidden in the shadows, something unseen is hunting them all. The Raven Tower summons the trinity to return home. Neither the tower nor magic tell them why. One by one the soldiers tasked with defending its people, fall to an insidious contagion. Once infected, they succumb to a rabid and animalistic state. If they survive, then they become minions of the dark to spread their touch even further. Magda, Ascara and Lucinda must seek out the dark places foretold by the clan dreamers. When they do, they discover more than they expected. As the rot at the heart of Veritas takes hold, no cure is in sight. When all seems lost, they must face their deadliest foe yet. Now, the war on humanity has become deadly serious. The trinity must triumph. The world depends upon it. AmazonKU
BLACK TIDE by KC Jones
VS Note: Ooh sounds good, if scary. I pre-ordered it. Not a romance but sounds like roantic elements.
It was just another day at the beach. Then the world ended. Mike and Beth were strangers before the night of the meteor shower. Chance made them neighbors, a bottle of champagne brought them together, and a shared need for human connection sparked something more. Following their drunken and desperate one-night stand, the two discover the astronomical event has left widespread destruction in its wake. But the cosmic lightshow was only part of something much bigger, and far more terrifying. When a lost car key leaves them stranded on an empty stretch of Oregon coast and inhuman screams echo from the dunes, when the rising tide reaches for their car and unspeakable horrors close in around them, these two self-destructive souls must fight to survive a nightmare of apocalyptic scale. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
PHASERS ON STUN: HOW THE MAKING (AND REMAKING) OF STAR TREK CHANGED THE WORLD by Ryan Britt
VS Note: Many Star Trek fans here, I’m sure! I am…
For over five decades, the heart of Star Trek’s pro-science, anti-racist, and inclusive messaging has been its willingness to take big risks. Across thirteen feature films, and twelve TV series—including five shows currently airing or in production—the brilliance of Star Trek is in its endless ability to be rethought, rebooted, and remade. Author and Star Trek expert Ryan Britt charts an approachable and entertaining course through Star Trek history; from its groundbreaking origins amid the tumultuous 1960s, to its influence on diversifying the space program, to its contemporary history-making turns with LGBTQ+ representation, this book illuminates not just the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped the franchise but the larger meaning of the Final Frontier. Featuring over 100 exclusive interviews with actors and writers across all the generations, including Walter Koenig, LeVar Burton, Dorothy Fontana, Brent Spiner, Ronald D. Moore, Jeri Ryan, and many more, Britt gets the inside story on all things Trek, like Spock’s evolution from red devil to the personification of logical empathy, the near failure to launch of The Next Generation in 1987, and how Trekkie outrage has threatened to destroy the franchise more than once. The book also dives deep with creators like Michael Chabon (co-creator of Star Trek: Picard) and Nicholas Meyer (director, The Wrath of Khan). These interviews extend to the bleeding edge of contemporary Star Trek, from Discovery to Picard to Lower Decks, and even the upcoming highly anticipated 2022 series, Strange New Worlds. For fans who know every detail of each Enterprise bridge, to a reader who has never seen a single minute of any Star Trek, this book aims to entertain, inform, and energize. Through humor, insight, archival research, and unique access, this journey through the Star Trek universe isn’t just about its past but a definitive look at its future.
RAPHAEL’S RESCUE (ARCHANGEL BOOK 1) by C J Dragon
In an infinity of starlight, through anguish and betrayal, can love still shine? Raphael Lewis of the Mars Colony wanted nothing more than to fly his ship, Agatha, and to remain with his family. Lord Teo of the Chi’NoSa had other ideas. On a routine trip to the asteroid belt, Raphael and Agatha are injured by a Chi’NoSa ship. After healing, he is held prisoner by the Chi’NoSa Lord Teo. Unsure what is wanted from him, and unfamiliar with Chi’NoSa protocol, Raphael only wishes to return home. Lord Teo’s curiosity about the Mars colonist he inadvertently injured is a new emotion for him. So are the inappropriate lust and confusion. When his temper gets the best of him, he finds he needs Raphael’s forgiveness so he may learn why this man evokes such feelings in him. Through misunderstanding and politics, Raphael and Teo must learn how to bring together two such disparate species, all while navigating their own love story. Will the Chi’NoSa ever accept Raphael as Teo’s? Or will their love be destroyed in a supernova? Amazon KU
ORC’S GIFT (ORC WARRIORS OF PROTHEKA BOOK 10) by Celeste King
My life is a well of infinite darkness. My home a place of no hope. And yet this is where I’ll find the love that makes me whole. A woman can only endure so much before she goes crazy.
My home has been burned by invading dark elves. As I fled I was taken by rebel orcs. They decided as a game they would see how long they could starve me before my life ended. In a life where death is mercy, you don’t expect to find love. And yet here I am – rescued by the orc named Brar. He fights for me. Kills for me. Defends me to his last breath. With him I am no longer starved. I am fed. Clothed. Content. But most importantly…I am loved. Amazon KU
STOLEN BY THE DARK ELF (DARK ELVES OF PROTHEKA BOOK 3) by Celeste King
The most I can aspire to in my life is to be someone else’s toy. The best I can hope for is that I please whoever holds the title to my deed enough that I get to live another day. Although honestly, death would be a relief from my life most days. All that changes when the Dark Elf, Thirion, steals me from the Orcs. Does it matter though who owns me? Orc or Dark Elf – the outcome will be the same. I will desecrated for someone else’s enjoyment. But Thirion seems…different. He heals me. He soothes the scars from my past. He shows me how to be happy. And he does this with no malice. Because this Dark Elf wants a title over me that he cannot buy with coin or sword. What title does he want, you ask? Not Owner. But rather…Beloved. Amazon KU
TURNING THE TIDE by Various
VS Note: Not romance but another charity anthology for Ukraine
Authors coming together to help Ukraine. Over 1,300 exciting pages to keep you entertained all summer! Turning The Tide is a limited-time mystery, thriller, science fiction, and urban fantasy anthology featuring more than thirty-five stories, many of them never before published or only available as limited releases, from a selection of fantastic authors including New York Times and USA Today bestsellers. What’s more, 100% of the profits will be donated to charities helping the humanitarian effort in Ukraine, with each author directly donating their share to the charity of their choice. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
TILLY (GET KNOTTED BOOK 2) by Evie Ellis
The alphas own this world, and I’m an omega trying to fake it. For five years, I hid among the alphas with success as I watched and learned how they and betas operated. But I was still an omega regardless of the suppressants I took, and no tablet could take away my omega needs. Those needs I found catered for in the safety of a beta nightclub. But one night, I weakened and wanted the wrong man. It was close, and I thought I had a lucky escape. Until I came eye to eye with my new alpha boss. It turned out there were three of them—Jackson, Luca, and Cruz and they wanted me for their pack. But when I finally met the final one of the three, I scented him and knew he was involved in the loss of my family. So, for now, I let them think they’d found the omega for their pack while I worked out who they really were. Because once I knew for sure, I’d retaliate for my loss. But that was easier said than done, especially when I knew these alphas were my mates? Could I fight my instincts for long enough to get the answers that I craved? Or was I walking back into the trap I escaped? AmazonKU
GUARDIAN by Sara Fields
After watching over this world for millennia, a girl wandering in the woods should have been of no interest to me. But the moment I saw her bathing in a stream, I knew Emma was mine…(more blurb on ebook seller page…) AmazonKU
HER ALIEN MATES (FATED MATES OF KORVIA) by Ivy Sparks
After crashing onto the savage planet of Korvia, my friends and I are turned into glorified prizes to be won in a violent competition. And it’s not a winner-takes-all situation either…There must be two Korvian victors for each human female, because apparently they can’t reproduce any other way. And here I thought becoming breeding stock for one alien would be bad enough. But there are two competitors who seem different from the rest. One’s a suave prince, the other’s a brooding barbarian, and they’re both willing to die for me. I can’t say the feelings aren’t mutual. It’s been years since I’ve seen a man, let alone two who both have such alluring qualities. And I’m not just talking about their… Well, you know. But there’s one big problem: They’re lifelong enemies. And if they both win, they might use me as a pawn against each other. Oh, and did I mention they want babies from me? Yeah, not so fast. If they want heirs, they’ll have to learn how to share first. But is it possible for them to cooperate, even for me? Amazon KU
DESTRUCTION (CENTAURI BRIDES BOOK 10) by Kallista Dane and Kate Richards
Hadeon – We were the sole survivors of the destruction of our planet Arythios. A squadron of warriors adrift in space with nowhere to go and, worse, no females left alive to carry on our race.
The Interstellar Federation rejected our plea for sanctuary. ..[SNIP]… A Bride was even now aboard ship, on her way to join me on this beautiful, rainbow-colored world. And…we let our guard down. By the time the immense ship loomed in our skies, it was too late to correct our mistakes. Now we’ll have to fight to keep our world from destruction. If the enemy wins, there will be no more Centauri children born. Because we, the surviving Arythian warriors, will lay down our lives before we let the Rydek destroy our home again. And our courageous Brides will fight by our sides.
Except for mine. She is not here – and I fear she never will be. Val – I never thought I’d leave Earth. Not even for one of the “tourists in space” expeditions, which were far beyond my modest means. But when my boyfriend dumped me for my cousin, my company shut down, and I couldn’t find another job for my limited skill set, I had to consider other options. At least in the employment realm.
When I overheard a neighbor talking about a “scandalous” program trading sex for space travel, I welcomed the distraction and looked it up online. To my surprise, the Centauri Brides program was not that at all, but a chance for somebody like me to make a fresh start in every way. A new life on a paradise across the galaxy, far away from my cheating ex and the landlord leaving messages about eviction. Sign me up. Amazon KU
THE ADMIRAL’S ACQUISITION by Luna Gold
MAK – When Mak’s owner decides to get his money’s worth out of him, Mak thinks his torment will never end. In an unexpected turn of events, Mak finds himself sold to Admiral Kirana Kot. After years as a slave, is his new owner his salvation, or will she be just like everyone else? As Mak falls more and more for her, will he be enough to get her to keep him? And when she offers him his long-desired freedom, will he take it and leave? KIRA – As one of the few female Admirals in the Coalition fleet, Admiral Kirana Kot prides herself on her reputation and the loyalty of her crew. When her professional association’s mandatory conference brings her to scenic Cena-2, an unexpected setback lands her in the planet’s underground market where she ends up purchasing more than souvenirs. Against slavery in general, she never thought she’d end up owning a male, let alone one that reminds her of what she’s been missing. As events unfurl, the Admiral accepts a rebellion-quenching mission in a far removed quadrant of space. When Mak is mistaken for the Admiral, will she make it in time to save him? Amazon KU
CHASING MIDLIFE DEMONS (ADEPT AT FIFTY BOOK 1) by Heloise Hull
The last time the police knocked on my door, I lost my husband. Now they’re back, and this time, it’s about my mother. She’s fine, for now, but she’s deteriorating fast. Her mind is failing her, and her body isn’t far behind. As usual, she refuses my help, so I agree to visit her homeland one last time in a tiny village in Southern France. The healing waters of Lourdes are world-renown, and that’s before I’ve infused them with my own magic. I’ve never forgiven myself for failing to save my husband, and I won’t make the same mistake twice. When we arrive, however, the holy sites have dried up and darkness stains the land. Demons lurk behind every corner, and not just my own. The secrets are piling up, and suddenly, my mother decides to clam up. After a lifetime of avoidance, I have no choice but to finally embrace my heritage if I want to save my mother—and myself. AmazonKU
KING OF MIDNIGHT: A MIDNIGHT BREED NOVEL by Lara Adrian
As a Breed warrior and the son of the Order’s founder and commander, Darion Thorne is an exacting tactician and a lethal combatant, yet nothing can prepare him for the catastrophic act that forces him to step to the helm of the Order as its leader. With their adversaries growing bolder and more brazen with every strike, Darion knows he must take the war to them before it’s too late to stop them at all. Yet of all their enemies, the one most dangerous for Darion is the beautiful, yet volatile, Selene, Queen of the Atlanteans. Determined to recover four powerful crystals stolen from her ages ago, Selene will go to any lengths to have them. When that goal puts one of the Order’s own in the crosshairs, she finds herself locked in a personal battle with Darion, a Breed warrior she knows she should despise, yet who stirs an unbidden desire within her. With the battle lines drawn between them and a diabolical evil on the rise, can Darion and Selene put aside their mistrust in time to save all they hold dear, or will they see the world plunge into a darkness that has no end? Amazon Kobo
SIX CRYSTAL PRINCESSES (THE XANTH NOVELS) by Piers Anthony
Young Vinia is enjoying her life with her boyfriend, Prince Ion. They complement each other perfectly: her telekinesis helps him walk, and his ambiance abolishes all allergens, allowing her to breathe freely. But Ion and his twin, Hilda, are bored with their easy royal lives and are restless for an adventure . . .While telling the story of how their parents met, the twins remember their mother was once captured by a dragon and frozen in crystal along with a half dozen other strong-willed princesses. She managed to escape, but the six other maidens continue to be held captive—which gives Vinia, Ion, Hilda, and Hilda’s caprine-crossbreed boyfriend the perfect excuse to embark on a quest. But first they must get the approval of their parents—and the Good Magician. Since Vinia is the protagonist in this story (though she’s much more comfortable as a background character), it’s up to her complete the Magician’s challenges. And then comes their greatest test: to free the princesses from their patriarchal prison, frozen in place by the Dragon with the Girl Tattoo.
A RIP THROUGH TIME: A NOVEL by Kelley Armstrong
MAY 20, 2019: Homicide detective Mallory Atkinson is in Edinburgh to be with her dying grandmother. While out on a jog one evening, Mallory hears a woman in distress. She’s drawn to an alley, where she is attacked and loses consciousness. MAY 20, 1869: Housemaid Catriona Mitchell had been enjoying a half day off, only to be discovered that night strangled and left for dead . . . exactly one hundred and fifty years before Mallory is strangled in the same spot. When Mallory wakes up in Catriona’s body in 1869, she must put aside her shock and adjust quickly to her new reality: life as a housemaid to an undertaker in Victorian Scotland. She soon discovers that her boss, Dr. Gray, also moonlights as a medical examiner and has just taken on an intriguing case, the strangulation of a young man, similar to the attack on herself. Her only hope is that catching the murderer can lead her back to her modern life . . . before it’s too late. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
SHIFTER’S HEART (PURPLE OASIS BOOK 2) by Laura Greenwood and Arizona Tape
When Zoe agrees to meet her sister at a tea witch retreat, she knows it’s going to be a hard journey, even with the support of her best friend. But things look to change when an old classmate asks to travel with them. Kestrel shifter Aaron has been travelling between oases alone for years, and now he’s found a chance to change that, he doesn’t plan on letting it slip away from him, especially when he realises there’s something about Zoe that intrigues him. Is the bond between them solely because of their journey, or is it something real?
THE DEMON PRINCE by Amanda Aggie
For years, I’ve had dreams about talking to the Devil. They’re not nightmares, in fact, they’re far from it, but they’re not normal either. Honestly, I’m not even sure what about my life is…I’m a witch that sucks at casting magic. My hair has a mind of its own. I’ve scared the crap out of my roommate countless times by floating while I sleep. Oh, and let’s not forget the icing on the cake. My eyes turn completely black when I get pissed off, though I’ve gotten much better about controlling it. And yet, I wonder why I’m single. Go figure. As it turns out, guys don’t dig that last part. I’m pretty sure if you looked up the definition of chaos, it would say, “Alice Whittaker’s life.’ Growing up, I always thought my namesake would prove true and I’d get a fairytale of my own. Afterall, I lived in a world where magic existed, so why not hope? But instead of a rabbit, what came to whisk me away was a beast with green eyes. And instead of taking me to Wonderland, it kidnapped and brought me to Hell…What worse, is that I’m supposed to marry its prince. So, all aboard the hot mess express, ladies and gents, because I have no idea how I’m going to get out of this one. And what’s scarier, is I don’t know if I want to. Amazon
ASHER’S STORY: A BLACKSTONE ACADEMY NOVELLA by Elizabeth Dear
When I realize I’m falling in love with my boyfriend, I decide to reveal my true self to him before we take our relationship to the next level. But it turns out shifting into a big brown wolf in front of your very human boyfriend might not go exactly as planned. His world upended, he ends things, and I try to move on with my life—a task that becomes impossible, especially when he can’t seem to stay away from me. And especially when he can’t handle seeing me with another guy. Will Deacon realize that we, the teen wolf and the sexy human swimmer, are truly meant for each other before it’s too late? Amazon KU
THE WITCH WHO COULDN’T GIVE AMUK (AGGIE’S BOYS BOOK 2) by Raven Storm
VS Note: So I’m spelling ‘amuk’ the way it is on her cover but it’s spelled ‘amuck’ in the bookseller platform listed.
I’ve been kidnapped by an incubus. It doesn’t matter that he’s my betrothed—I’d been running from him and my coven for the past two decades. My mother finally found me, and betrayed my location.
I won’t blame my boys for this. It wasn’t their fault. I wasn’t going to be able to hide my magick forever, so this was inevitable. Seth has me, and will likely claim my virginity, my magick, and my life. I’m only sorry for the pain it will likely bring my boys. Karl, a self-effacing vampire who fusses like a mother hen. Luka, a rowdy werewolf who loudly proclaimed me as his mate the first night I met him.
And Quinn. A player warlock who struggles with his feelings for me just as much I struggle with my feelings for him. If I’m about to die, then at least I’ll go down fighting. I owe that much to my coven—those cowards who sold me out just so they wouldn’t feel Seth’s fury themselves. I know it’s going to hurt, but I also know there will be a brief moment when I lose my virginity where the magick will crackle against my skin, and soar through my veins. That is when I must strike—and try to take down as many of them with me as I can…before the incubus claims all of me for himself. AmazonKU
DESPAIR (THE DEADLY SEVEN BOOK 9) by Lana Percherczyk
Do villains deserve their happy ever after? Daisy Lazarus is the genetically modified warrior of the forgotten deadly sin despair. After spending most of her life as the villain, she has finally been brought back into the fold and wants nothing more than to fit in, to find herself, and to prove she was worth saving. But the more she tries to be like her heroic siblings, the more her fears try to pull her back into the darkness. Firefighter Axel Alvares has done bad things, including being one of the Syndicate’s fanatical thugs for hire. But after refusing to turn a blind eye to Daisy’s torture, he learns the right reasons sometimes have devastating consequences. He’s pulled into the midst of a deadly battle to save the world, to the center of despair, and to the woman who sits at the heart of it…
As the mad leader of the Syndicate diverts from his original plan, kicking up chaos no one saw coming, family bonds will be tested, personal growth may be for nothing and love may not conquer all. AmazonKU
WITCH IS WHERE FAIRIES WING IT (A WITCH P. I. MYSTERY BOOK 43) by Adele Abbott
Jill’s latest case is to find a missing case for a Mr Case. And if that’s not weird enough, things quickly take a dramatic and deadly turn. And there’s something very mysterious going on at the new village post office. Amazon KU
ENSORCELLED (PRINCE OF THE DOOMED CITY BOOK 3) by Sylvia Mercedes
Life has only become more complicated for Clara following the Prince’s shocking sickbed revelations. With the ranks of the Vespre Librarians sadly reduced, the survivors are more hard pressed than ever to keep the deadly Noswraiths at bay. As the Prince’s search for new recruits comes up cold, everyone is stretched to the limits of their strength. Then a face from Clara’s past shows up in the library: Danny, her childhood sweetheart. He’s determined to break her Obligation once and for all and bring her safely home. But the road he must travel to win Clara’s freedom is far more dangerous than he could ever anticipate. Can Clara save Danny from the consequences of his own rash choices? Or will they both be lost in the darkness of the Nightmare Realm? Amazon KU
A GAME OF RETRIBUTION (HADES SAGA BOOK 2) by Scarlett St Clair
Hades, God of the Dead, does not take sides or bend the rules. He makes no exceptions to these values—not for god or mortal, even his lover, Persephone, Goddess of Spring. Usually, fear prevents retaliation. But not this time. When Hera, Goddess of Women, approaches Hades with a plan to overthrow Zeus, he declines to offer help. As punishment, Hera sentences Hades to perform a series of labors. Between killing mythical monsters and recovering deadly stolen artifacts, each feat seems more impossible than the last and draws his attention away from Persephone—whose own tragedy has left her questioning whether she can be Queen of the Underworld. Can Hades maintain the balance he craves?
RUTHLESS WARRIOR (VAMPIRES OF BATON ROUGE BOOK 3) by Roxie Ray and Lindsey Devin
When my brother, the alpha wolf, asks me to help secure some land that the vampires promised to us, I don’t hesitate. That’s the thing about being an outcast. When you’re a human who is unable to shift, you’ll do whatever it takes to prove yourself. That includes making a deal with a vampire. Their kind killed our parents, so I know they’re not to be trusted, but Jason is nothing like I expected. I’m certain he’s playing games and trying to trick me with the contract. Except I can’t ignore the way he makes the blood pump through my veins. When the Ancients attack Jason’s apartment, it’s not just the vampires that are in danger. All supernaturals are at risk, including our pack, and especially me, because of my virgin blood. For reasons I can’t explain, I feel safe with Jason. And when I discover why he’ll go to any lengths to protect me, my life will never be the same again. AmazonKU
BARBARIAN CLAIMED (SAVAGE WARRIORS BOOK ONE) by Amber Ella Monroe
VS Note: “Re-edited” re-release and with added material.
I stole her from my enemy. I never intended to keep her. I’m a warrior. Bred for war. Built to bleed while fighting for and protecting my people. Day in and day out, my duties are the same. And then Celeste catches my attention. The beautiful little sea minx was marked as a breeder and predestined for another. She’s accepted her fate and shows no fear when I divulge my plans for her. In exchange for my brother’s freedom, I will trade her to the enemy. Celeste has plans of her own. The full scale of her intentions is yet to be determined. Something tells me she doesn’t understand the full potential of the magic in her blood. Magic powerful enough to influence my decisions. And potent enough to make my people weary of her the moment they see her. But it’s not the magic that lures me. I never intended to keep her, but ever since I stole her, all I’ve wanted to do is claim her for myself, damning all the consequences. I need to save my brother before it’s too late. Before he’s lost to the enemy forever. But without Celeste, I fear I’ll be lost. Fate brought us together and sacrifice could tear us apart. Amazon KU
PACK IN THE FACE (PARANORMAL DATING AGENCY 51) by Milly Taiden
Wolf shifter Kyle Grayson is a scientist who only loves doing experiments in his lab. Alone. The pack Alpha has some lone wolf tendencies. His sister forces him to visit The Breezeway Resort on Gerri Wilder’s recommendation. Kyle only agrees to go because he’ll lock himself in his room with work. That’ll teach fate to intervene with science! Under her stepfather’s rule, Jenna Levine’s family business isn’t what it used to be. She’s the resort’s dance professional, and she needs to work! When a grumpy visitor cancels a private lesson, Jenna goes right to his room to lead him to the dance floor. How was she supposed to know her would-be student would be tall, dark, and delicious? Kyle cannot believe the dance teacher who barges into his room is his mate. Fighting fate is useless – especially when there’s an evil plot to ruin his mate’s life. They will have to uncover decades’ worth of lies to get to the truth. They’ll have to dance through a mess before getting their happily ever after. If they can both get there…alive. Amazon KU
BROTHERHOOD OF TIME: DAWN by Cliff W Pettibone
Rorthan’s life had been an unhappy one. The son of a general, when his mother died giving him life his father refused to even name him. A chance meeting with the handsome Prince Tomren leads to adventure, danger, and a love that stretches across millennia. After finding a cave in the woods near the castle Tomren and Rorthan stumble upon a secret that leads them being hunted across eons by The Brotherhood of Time, a crazed cult of religious devotees that will stop at nothing to protect the secret. When Tomren is captured by the Brotherhood, Rorthan must risk everything in a time where he doesn’t belong to save the boy he loves. Can he reach Tomren in time, or will they both be lost forever? Amazon KU
SCRUTINY (BEGINNING’S END SERIES BOOK 3) by W J May
How do you answer, when the devil comes to call? When a swarm of monsters crashed out of the forest, Kiera thought it would be a struggle just to stay alive. But it’s not enough to survive, one must also defend. And as fate would have it, there was an ever greater danger lurking in those trees. Old enemies surface and ancient grudges come to light, as a new player enters the field. One that could bring ruin to them all. One whose intentions are never quite what they seem. The newfound fellowship is shaken to the core, but as they are constantly reminded, time is not on their side. Other places in the realm have felt the burn of the dragon. A strange change is coming over the land, creeping like a shadow, silent as a dream. With no kingdoms there to stop it, no massing armies to fight back, such a darkness could consume them. The friends need answers. But will they get them in time…?Be careful who you trust. Even the devil was once an angel. Amazon Kobo
SUCH IS MIDLIFE: PARANORMAL WOMEN’S FICTION COZY MYSTERY (SWEET MOUNTAIN WITCHES BOOK 6) by Cindy Stark
Owner of Meowkins Cat Café, Daisy Summers is always up for solving a mystery. Or so, she’d thought. When she and Gideon are lured into a dark forest and end up discovering an unhallowed grave, they unknowingly dig up the past along with human bones. It certainly seems like a mystery worth solving, until everyone in town who might know something suddenly comes down with a mysterious case of memory loss. The coven’s mid-season harvest feast should be a happy time for all, but how can Daisy celebrate when each bit of truth she uncovers could hurt her mother in more ways than one? Gideon has Daisy’s back, and he’s willing to sacrifice so that she can find the answers she seeks. But will it be enough, or will he need to take things in a direction that might send Daisy running? Amazon KU
ECHO DOMINION (ECHO POWER TRILOGY BOOK 2) by Anna Durand
No one said stopping the apocalypse would be easy. Two intrepid travelers, strangers to each other, make a pact to dive into the heart of the Echo and unearth its secrets. To stop the transformation of worlds, they’ll need to harness a power that few possess and take dominion over the ultimate source of its energy. But will controlling the Echo destroy them both—and the worlds bound by its power?Amazon Apple Books Kobo
MILO AND MARCUS AT THE END OF THE WORLD by Kevin Christopher Snipes
Milo Connolly has managed to survive most of high school without any major disasters, so by his calculations, he’s well past due for some sort of Epic Teenage Catastrophe. Even so, all he wants his senior year is to fly under the radar. Everything is going exactly as planned until the dreamy and charismatic Marcos Price saunters back into his life after a three-year absence and turns his world upside down. Suddenly Milo is forced to confront the long-buried feelings that he’s kept hidden not only from himself but also from his deeply religious parents and community. To make matters worse, strange things have been happening around his sleepy Florida town ever since Marcos’s return—sinkholes, blackouts, hailstorms. Mother Nature is out of control, and the closer Milo and Marcos get, the more disasters seem to befall them. In fact, as more and more bizarre occurrences pile up, Milo and Marcos find themselves faced with the unthinkable: Is there a larger, unseen force at play, trying to keep them apart? And if so, is their love worth risking the end of the world? Amazon AB Kobo
A POWERFUL MIDLIFE: PARANORMAL WOMEN’S FICTION NOVEL (WITCHING AFTER FORTY BOOK 12) by Lia Davis and L A Boruff
Half-witch, half-necromancer, Ava Harper has finally accepted her destiny, her inheritance, and her insane power. Yet, there is still so much more to learn. And it’s time to use it to do some good. Necromancers are being held captive at the vampires’ headquarters in Milan. No big deal for our Ava. She’s the most powerful necromancer in like… possibly ever? She can handle those fanged suckers. Things go a little crazy and Ava gets some help from a very unexpected ally. Together, the group of friends and ghouls have to free the world from the influence of a couple of very corrupted vampires. That’s not to mention the rest of her to-do list: wedding planning, figuring out the souls in the Viking blade, helping Olivia deal with her family’s new magic, and don’t forget the mess Crystal left with the shifters. It’s all going to be okay. Ava is powerful, right? She’s got this. AmazonKU
DARK WAVES: MIND HACKERS SERIES, A NOVELLA by Amanda Uhl
A fearless doctor – Paranormal psychiatrist Dr. Audrey Gilbert is not used to failure, especially when it comes to her career. She possesses an uncanny ability to see into her patients’ souls and mend their brokenness. When she misdiagnosis a patient and is fired, she is given a chance to regain her job. Her task? Restore the health of a deranged mind hacker. But safeguarding her heart while convincing the detached and bitter man to trust her, just might be the challenge of a lifetime. A tormented hacker – Born into a family of powerful psychics, Kevin Jorgensen has always had a quick wit and a sunny disposition. But that was before he nearly lost his life battling a rogue mind hacker. Now he spends his days in isolation, fighting for his sanity. He swears never to use his gift, not even if he’s drawn to the woman determined to help him recover. A battle for survival – When Audrey and Kevin discover someone has tampered with her mind, they must work together to determine why. Because if they fail, their lives and the lives of many other hackers will be destroyed. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
A KINGDOM OF FLAME AND FURY (THE FOUR KINGDOMS BOOK 1) by Whitney Dean
At ten years old, Raven was mysteriously willed to be the next ruler of Seolia, a kingdom nestled within the realm of The Four Kingdoms. Orphaned as a baby, she has spent fifteen years ruling over a kingdom she believes she did not earn all while hiding secrets: she possesses dark magic and she thirsts for blood. Now at almost twenty-five years old and with a sudden addiction to stealing life, Raven must fight through her new procured darkness to save her soul, but when a mysterious stranger arrives in her kingdom, she starts experiencing vivid dreams that detail who she truly is. As she slowly starts to unravel her story, what she uncovers at the end of the spool will change the course of her life and her kingdom forever. Amazon KU
WOLF SOUL (OUTCAST PACK BOOK 3) by TJ Nichols
With the rival wolves closing in, fighting attraction is one battle they can’t win. For the last couple of years, Kyle Ashfield’s friends have used his rural property as a place to gather and run beyond the territory of the official wolf packs. But now, their numbers have attracted attention, and some packs are not happy that a bunch of outcast wolves are living so freely. Cooper Badr is a leopard shifter and the Coven agent tasked with interviewing and investigating the pack so the Coven can make an informed decision about its future. He’s supposed to be impartial, but around Kyle, he wants to do other things than talk. Will Coven grant the pack of gay wolf shifters territory, or will they be shut down and banned from running together? Amazon KU
MOON DESTINY (IMMORTALS AT MIDNIGHT BOOK 1) by Amy Pennza
Brooke – When I agreed to accompany my boyfriend on a camping trip, I was hoping to salvage our failing relationship—not end up on the ground with my throat torn out. As I closed my eyes, I was certain it was for good. But the next time I opened them, I came face to face with my boyfriend’s mysterious father, who told me Alex hadn’t survived. But I had, and now I was a werewolf. Just like him. Now I’m stuck in his house and under his thumb, forced to obey my new “alpha’s” commands. He’s grieving his son, and he’s determined to find the rogues responsible for the attack. But I’m grieving, too…and chafing at the loss of my old life. I’m also having a hard time ignoring the attraction that flares whenever the alpha looks at me. If I have any chance of reclaiming my freedom, I’ve got to do it before my traitorous body leads me down a path far more dangerous than the new world I’m living in. Hugh – They say only the most stubborn humans can survive a werewolf’s bite. Based on what I know of my newest pack member, the sayings are accurate. Brooke turned, which means she’s now my responsibility—and mine to tame. But I don’t have time for blonds with big blue eyes and sinful curves…(more blurb on ebook seller page…) Amazon KU
TICKETY TOCK: WICKED WARRIORS MC ARIZONA CHAPTER by Manda Mellett
VS note: Listed in PNR Ghost Romance
Dwarf. I’m used to women overlooking me in preference to my taller and admittedly more dashing brothers. Even if I see her first, one glance at them, and they can easily steal her away. There’s no point in hanging onto someone who doesn’t want to stay, but for once in my life I’d like to find a woman of my own who wants only me. Have to admit I didn’t hold out hope of finding her, and definitely didn’t expect it to be one who literally swept my wheels from under me. Not that I knew it at first. My downed bike made me too angry, until I, too, began to experience her fear. For the first time in my life I discovered there’s more to this world than can be explained away with logic and reason. Do I believe in ghosts? I didn’t. Until I met Raven. Amazon Kobo
MUSCLES AND MONSTERS (LEVIATHAN FITNESS BOOK 1) by Ashley Bennett
After a wedding cake catastrophe, local decorator Tegan finds herself being helped by a solid wall of fur and fangs named Atlas. She’s never met anyone like him and finds herself enamored by his wolfish charm. After their sweet encounter, Atlas invites her to his gym anytime she needs his cake lifting services. Tegan decides that instead- she wants to lift the cakes herself. She signs up for a membership with Leviathan Fitness, determined to build her strength. Primal desires emerge as Atlas and Tegan test just how much their new love can lift— and if there are any limits to what monsters and humans can do. Amazon KU
NIKOLAI’S BELOVED: VAMPIRES OF THE BELOVED GEM BOOK 5 by Taylor Rylan
As the master of his coven, Nikolai Cardello was happy to watch his vampires finally be blessed with their fated mates. Despite having had a chance at a love that wasn’t meant to be, he had a fulfilling life, and his adopted son had given him the family he’d always dreamed about. Julian Williams didn’t want join his brother for dinner, but something was telling him he really needed to go. When a strange interaction with an intimidating vampire turns to Julian scenting his mate when they leave, the last thing he expects is to be thrust into a world of created ones and an intriguing and powerful warlock. But Julian would do anything for Nikolai, even dropping everything about his former life to become the mate that Nikolai deserves. New friendships are formed aboard the Beloved Gem, and a chance trip to Montana to join Nikolai’s family for the winter holidays solves a century-old mystery surrounding Julian. But what does that mean for the newly mated couple? What is going to happen to the Beloved Gem, the unconventional coven house that Nikolai and his vampires have called home for the past fifty years? Amazon KU
CAPTIVE SONGBIRD (BOOK TWO IN THE SONGBIRD SERIES) by Ophelia Lockheart
Ripped from her own time and cast back to 1920s London, Roseanna Chapman finds herself in an unforgiving, gothic prison. Crime: Murder Punishment: Death by hanging – Roseanna must overcome the brutality of her incarceration, build new allies, grapple old ones, and risk all that she has to save not only her own life but that of the man she loves. Meanwhile, her love, gang leader and businessman, Daniel Alderman, believes Roseanna is safe in the twenty-first century, caring for her sick grandmother and preparing to return to him. When he finds out where she is, he will move heaven and earth to save her. Roseanna will learn that family goes beyond blood, while Danny discovers that friendship is more valuable than currency. Can the two fated lovers find their way back to one another, or will time and circumstance destroy everything they hold dear? Amazon KU
PSYCHO FAE (CRUEL SHIFTERVERSE BOOK 2) by Jasmine Mas
Are you ready to enter into a new realm? Fight for survival in the deadly gladiator Fae Games. I shifted into a saber-toothed tiger…but that was just the beginning. Jax, Cobra, and Ascher are now my teammates. Once again, we’re fighting for our lives. And our futures. But nothing is as it seems, and for every secret we uncover, another unfolds. Under the spiteful watch of Xerxes and the evil Fae Queen, it’s not clear we’re going to survive. Can we work together? Or will we implode? One thing is for sure, I’m about to uncover my destiny. Power is in my veins. This book 2 of a Trilogy. Psycho Shifters must be read prior to Psycho Fae. Amazon KU
LUX WOLF (THE MOON ALPHA SERIES) by G Bailey and Regan Rosewood
I’m finding a way back to my mate—even if it means taking the truth back with me. After finding out Tobias betrayed everyone, he kidnapped me and took me back to his home. With the Wearbears and his family for one reason only: he believes I’m his mate and he believes our mating would stop the war. But I have a mate, and I would never change a thing. The war has begun, and no one is going to win… unless I stop it. Atlas Arcturus is my mate and I will fight for the future we can have. Nothing, not even a shifter war, is going to keep us apart. He was once my tutor, my enemy and the first male I’ve kissed. Now he is my alpha. My mate. My future. Amazon KU
ASH, SPEED DATING WITH THE DENIZENS OF THE UNDERWORLD BOOK 2 by C D Gorri
This Demon is about to get schooled by a human! Sunday school teacher, Gabriella Keen, is looking for Mr. Right. What happens when her perfect match is from Hell? Literally. The Demon of Lust is on the prowl. When rumors spread that Ashmedai is looking for a mate, everyone wants a chance to be this Prince of Hell’s main squeeze. Can this Demon find love with the curvy goody two shoes?
A DREAM OF FLAME AND SHADOW by Eliza Eveland
A blacksmith unable to forge a future. Every time Nevahn closes his eyes, he is haunted by nightmares of fire and blood. Though he’ll take any distraction he can find, his favorite is his daily work at the forge, where he is the master of fire. But he’s been an apprentice too long, and his nightmares are holding him back. Then a failed bargain sends him to the Land of Nightmares, where he must live for a year and a day. Nevahn’s terrifying new host is not just any Nightmare, but Lord Cian, the Lord of Nightmares himself. As he adjusts to his new home, Nevahn finds his feelings for the realm of Nightmares, and its master, shifting in unexpected ways. Though he’s been warned against falling for the brutal yet charming lord, Nevahn can’t help himself. But this courtship is dangerous, and Nevahn must steel his heart against it, or risk being burned in ways that may never heal. A Nightmare with a dream. Lord Cian is the warden of the world’s most secure prison, housing ancient Terrors locked away by the gods. But he’s inherited another problem. Every year, as payment for his ancestors’ part in helping mankind steal fire from the gods, the Fire Lord demands a blood tithe. Cian dreams of a world where his people no longer bleed for past sins, but that means challenging the Fire Lord, and all-out war. A war Cian knows he can’t win. He’s tried before, and knows all too well the price of defying the Fire Lord. Cian’s feelings for Nevahn only further complicate things. With his attention divided, and war looming, Cian may have to choose between what his heart wants, and what duty demands. The coming war could destroy more than Nevahn and Cian’s fledgling romance. If they lose, both their worlds could fall to the Fire Lord’s wrath. Amazon KU
RISE OF THE CATALYST (ANCIENT MAGICKS BOOK 1) by Honor Raconteur
One ancient mask with earth-bending powers searching for a bearer. One magical retrieval expert who is determined to seal it back in its tomb. At the moment, both are failing at their goals, but Arwen is not about to be bested. So what if she doesn’t know what culture it’s from or where to put it back. She’s smarter than a semi-sentient mask. Hopefully. But if the thrice-cursed mask breaks out of her seal one more time, she’s melting it with prejudice, magical backlash be damned. Amazon
WARRIOR MIDWIFE by E P Bali
“The fae are no joke, girl. Be wise. Be smart. Be cunning if you can…” PRINCESS. MIDWIFE. WARRIOR – Her father made a binding agreement with the fae king to protect his kingdom. Now Crown Princess Saraya must pay the price: marry the crown fae prince, go into the monster’s lair and give up her protection of the vulnerable women of her home, Quartz City. But fate would not have her sent into the fae kingdom, instead, forces far greater than she could have imagined plot the destruction of humanity. The Order of Temari, an ancient guild of warrior midwives, sworn to protect women in childbirth from the demons who would take their baby’s magical abilities are all but dead. But with Saraya’s coming of age, the Order has a chance at rebirth. Instead of going to sit as a human caged and betrothed in the fae kingdom, Saraya disguises herself as a fae warrior and sneaks away into the Mountain Academy, where fae males learn to become full blooded warriors. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
EVERLASTING COLLECTION by Amanda Ashley
VS Note: Not sure if these are re-releases,
Everlasting Kiss –Secrets. They can either make or break you. Daisy O’Donnell isn’t impressed with vampires, but when she meets Erik Delacourt, she is drawn to him. Erik feels the deep need to protect Daisy while he is on the hunt for the Blood Thief, a vampire who is stealing the lives of young vampires. But keeping her in the dark about who and what he is, may be the thing that is most dangerous to her life. Everlasting Desire –Megan DeLacey didn’t know what to make of the handsome and mysterious Rhys Costain, who returns to the exclusive LA clothing store night after night after night. Megan knows he isn’t interested in just clothes, but in her! The West Coast Master Vampire has lived a long and lonely life, searching for the one woman who calls to his soul. But his search for the ancient vampire who preys upon the people Rhys protects may put both of their lives in danger. Everlasting Embrace – Rylee Wagner’s life abruptly changes when she meets Alex O’Donnell. When she discovers he has recently lost his wife and unborn child, her heart goes out to him. They are drawn to each other, but Alex has secrets he can’t share with Kylee, like the fact he is a vampire hunter out to find the monster who killed his loved ones. He knows his attraction to Kylee will put her life in danger, but can’t resist the power and desire between them. AmazonKU
UNDER THE RAINBOW: A 2SLGBTQ+ ROMANCE CHARITY ANTHOLOGY by Various
Love is Love in this charity anthology featuring seven authors and a selection of Contemporary, SciFi, Fantasy, and Paranormal romance stories with 2SLGBTQ+ protagonists. All proceeds from this anthology will go to PEERS Alliance in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Amazon
REMNANTS ON THE TIDES OF TIME (THE ADRIFT SERIES BOOK 3) by Trinity Dunn
Finding themselves captive to Juan Josef, the combined group of survivors must come to terms with their own morality as they are faced with the dilemma of altering history in order to prevent tragedy. Escaping Juan Josef and returning home sit at the forefront of their minds as the group blends. Relationships will be both tested and strengthened as they navigate captivity on an 18th-century pirate ship. They’ll face rough waters, illnesses, and be forced to cope with a captor who is unstable. Will they find the storm? And once through, were the decisions made to get there the right ones? AmazonKU
THE SIXTH DEMON BOOK TWO (THE LAST VAMPIRE WORLD BOOK 15) by R A Steffan
Here’s a riddle for you. What has dark hair, two souls, and a really bad attitude? Good question. Whatever it is, Neveah Lane is currently trapped in a motel room with it. No one should be able to escape from Hell. No one should be able to wriggle out of a contractual soul-bond with a demon. Apparently, the creature that was once Mab, Queen of the Fae, has done both. As the last angel on Earth, Neveah is determined to rescue the human whose body Mab hijacked during her rampage. Meanwhile, everyone else seems committed to capturing an innocent woman and dragging her off for summary execution to kill the thing inside her. Briefly, Neveah thought she’d found an ally in Nigellus, the suave demon spymaster tasked with returning Mab to Hell. But everyone knows angels and demons don’t mix. To avert an all-out war between the realms, both Nigellus and Neveah will go to extreme lengths to achieve what they think is right. Neither of them needs another enemy. On the contrary, both of them need all the friends they can get—but the ugly history between Heaven and Hell looms large. Amazon KU
SEE YOU YESTERDAY by Rachel Lynn Solomon
VS Note: I one clicked this.
Barrett Bloom is hoping college will be a fresh start after a messy high school experience. But when school begins on September 21st, everything goes wrong. She’s humiliated by the know-it-all in her physics class, she botches her interview for the college paper, and at a party that night, she accidentally sets a frat on fire. She panics and flees, and when she realizes her roommate locked her out of their dorm, she falls asleep in the common room. The next morning, Barrett’s perplexed to find herself back in her dorm room bed, no longer smelling of ashes and crushed dreams. It’s September 21st. Again. And after a confrontation with Miles, the guy from Physics 101, she learns she’s not alone—he’s been trapped for months. When her attempts to fix her timeline fail, she agrees to work with Miles to find a way out. Soon they’re exploring the mysterious underbelly of the university and going on wild, romantic adventures. As they start falling for each other, they face the universe’s biggest unanswered question yet: what happens to their relationship if they finally make it to tomorrow?
PACK BLISS (THE BLISSFUL OMEGAVERSE BOOK 3) by Kate King and Jessa Wilder
For a moment, I thought I had everything, only to have my happiness snatched away from me by more betrayals and lies. Ares, Rafe, Killian and Nox abandoned me four years ago, and now their final secret has come out: They’ve been working with the institute who hurt my friends and tried to sell me to the highest bidder; a deranged alpha who tried to leave me bred and broken. This time, the pack’s gone too far. I’m done hearing their excuses. I’m done handing out second chances. I might be an omega, but I’m done putting myself last. If they want my forgiveness, they’re going to have to beg for it. Amazon KU
SEVERED KINGDOM (UNBOUND KINGDOM TRILOGY BOOK 1) by JL Jackola
Ten thousand years after the fall of the immortals, the Gaern rule the kingdom. Xali’s family has ruled since the great king defeated the immortals and reclaimed the lands that once were stolen from their people. As a second born, Xali is expected to keep quiet and respect the first borns, but Xali is not like the other second borns. Born without the magic the others in her family hold, she yields the sword as her weapon. She is bold, curious, and unaccepting of her role as a second born. As she prepares for the joining to her betrothed, Carnick, she will confront the strange emerging powers that distinctly differentiate her from her family and the truths of the past that rules them. With each step she takes toward uncovering the truth, her world begins to shatter, her discovery certain to crumble everything in its wake and sever a family whose very existence was built upon a severed kingdom. Amazon KU
SERENADE (THE DARK NOCTURNE BOOK 1) by Morgan Shamy
St. Paul’s Academy of the Arts isn’t your usual boarding school… When November Huntington is sent away to live with her long-lost family, she’s forced to attend a music school for the gifted—which wouldn’t be a problem if November were musical. She’s an athlete through and through, and hates being different. The kids at the school don’t welcome her, they’re wary of her presence, especially Vincent, a brooding teenage boy involved with dark spirits, who can make time stop when he plays his piano. In fact, all her classmates are all obsessed with playing their instruments. And odd things happen when the do. But something is off about the school. Deaths have occurred through the years, students showing up dead the same way November’s parents were killed—with their throats ripped out. A killer is on the loose… November must figure out a way to stop whoever it is, balance her feelings for Vincent, and solve her parents’ past before she, too, is numbered among the dead. AmazonKU
PHANTOM’S THRALL ( RACY RETELLINGS YOU NEVER KNEW YOU WANTED BOOK 1) by Jessamine Rue
A Reverse Harem retelling of “The Phantom of the Opera”… What if Christine didn’t have to choose? When singer Christine arrives at the opera house, she encounters the lithe dancer Matthieu Giry, the handsome stage-hand Joseph, and her childhood sweetheart Raoul. Each of them is hiding secrets. As Christine wanders deeper into a sensual symphony of music and temptation, she discovers the mythical Phantom at its center…and the wicked freedom he offers will change her forever. Do not read unless you’re fully prepared for a deliciously debauched Phantom, an innocent virgin Christine, and an MMM+F reverse harem with crossed swords where all the relationships are important. There’s also actual magic, and the Phantom’s secret isn’t quite what you think it is… A dark and ultra spicy retelling of the Phantom of the Opera. Amazon KU
CURSED OF MOON (SUPERNATURAL CURSE BOOK 3) by Krista Street
I’m going to kill my hunter. He’s turned me into something that shouldn’t be magically possible, so now I have this to deal with on top of everything else. Well . . . I might as well make lemonade out of these freakin’ lemons. Yep, that’s right Mr. Broody Hunter, I’m going to take these newborn powers you thrust upon me and stop sitting on the sidelines. I’m done taking orders from others and you, and I’m done waiting for the Supernatural Forces to fix my problems. I’m going to solve the mystery that’s been weaving itself around me for far too long, especially when it becomes crystal clear that the key my nemesis has been seeking has been buried inside me all along. Amazon KU
HER MAJESTY’S ROYAL COVEN: A NOVEL by Juno Dawson
If you look hard enough at old photographs, we’re there in the background: healers in the trenches; Suffragettes; Bletchley Park oracles; land girls and resistance fighters. Why is it we help in times of crisis? We have a gift. We are stronger than Mundanes, plain and simple. At the dawn of their adolescence, on the eve of the summer solstice, four young girls–Helena, Leonie, Niamh and Elle–took the oath to join Her Majesty’s Royal Coven, established by Queen Elizabeth I as a covert government department. Now, decades later, the witch community is still reeling from a civil war and Helena is the reigning High Priestess of the organization. Yet Helena is the only one of her friend group still enmeshed in the stale bureaucracy of HMRC. Elle is trying to pretend she’s a normal housewife, and Niamh has become a country vet, using her powers to heal sick animals. In what Helena perceives as the deepest betrayal, Leonie has defected to start her own more inclusive and intersectional coven, Diaspora. And now Helena has a bigger problem. A young warlock of extraordinary capabilities has been captured by authorities and seems to threaten the very existence of HMRC. With conflicting beliefs over the best course of action, the four friends must decide where their loyalties lie: with preserving tradition, or doing what is right.
THE GILDED ONES TWO: THE MERCILESS ONES by Namina Forna
It’s been six months since Deka freed the goddesses in the ancient kingdom of Otera and discovered who she really is… but war is waging across the kingdom, and the real battle has only just begun. For there is a dark force growing in Otera—a merciless power that Deka and her army must stop. Yet hidden secrets threaten to destroy everything Deka has known. And with her own gifts changing, Deka must discover if she holds the key to saving Otera… or if she might be its greatest threat. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
OUT OF THE BLUE by Jason June
Crest is not excited to be on their Journey: the month-long sojourn on land all teen merfolk must undergo. The rules are simple: Help a human within one moon cycle and return to Pacifica to become an Elder—or fail and remain stuck on land forever. Crest is eager to get their Journey over and done with. Humans are disgusting. They’ve polluted the planet so much that there’s a floating island of trash that’s literally the size of a country. In Los Angeles with a human body and a new name, Crest meets Sean, a human lifeguard whose boyfriend has recently dumped him. Crest agrees to help Sean make his ex jealous and win him back. But as the two spend more time together, and Crest’s perspective on humans begins to change, they’ll soon be torn between two worlds. And fake dating just might lead to real feelings.
MURDER FOR THE MODERN GIRL by Kendall Kulper
A ravishing young mind reader stalks the streets at night in kitten heels, prowling for men to murder.
A soft-spoken genius toils away in the city morgue, desperate to unearth the science behind his gift for shapeshifting. It’s a match made in 1928 Chicago, where gangsters run City Hall, jazz fills the air, and every good girl’s purse conceals a flask. Until now, eighteen-year-old Ruby’s penchant for poison has been a secret. No one knows that she uses her mind-reading abilities to target men who prey on vulnerable women, men who escape the clutches of Chicago “justice.” When she meets a brilliant boy working at the morgue, his knack for forensic detail threatens to uncover her dark hobby. Even more unfortunately: sharp, independent Ruby has fallen in love with him.
SUMMER’S EDGE by Dana Mele
Emily Joiner was once part of an inseparable group—she was a sister, a best friend, a lover, and a rival. Summers without Emily were unthinkable. Until the fire burned the lake house to ashes with her inside. A year later, it’s in Emily’s honor that Chelsea and her four friends decide to return. The house awaits them, meticulously rebuilt. Only, Chelsea is haunted by ghostly visions. Loner Ryan stirs up old hurts and forces golden boy Chase to play peacemaker. Which has perfect hostess Kennedy on edge as eerie events culminate in a stunning accusation: Emily’s death wasn’t an accident. And all the clues needed to find the person responsible are right here. As old betrayals rise to the surface, Chelsea and her friends have one night to unravel a mystery spanning three summers before a killer among them exacts their revenge. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
DEEP IN PROVIDENCE by Riss M Neilson
For best friends Miliani, Inez, Natalie and Jasmine, Providence, Rhode Island has a magic of its own. From the bodegas and late-night food trucks on Broad Street to The Hill that watches over the city, every corner of Providence glows with memories of them practicing spells, mixing up potions and doing séances with the help of the magic Miliani’s Filipino grandfather taught her. But when Jasmine is killed by a drunk driver, the world they have always known is left haunted by grief…and Jasmine’s lingering spirit. Determined to bring her back, the surviving friends band together, testing the limits of their magic and everything they know about life, death, and each other. And as their plan to resurrect Jasmine grows darker and more demanding than they imagined, their separate lives begin to splinter the bonds they depend on, revealing buried secrets that threaten the people they care about most. Miliani, Inez and Natalie will have to rely on more than just their mystical abilities to find the light. Amazon AB Apple Books Kobo
IMPROBABLE MAGIC FOR CYNICAL WITCHES by Kate Scelsa
Seventeen-year-old Eleanor is the last person in Salem to believe in witchcraft—or think that her life could be transformed by mysterious forces. After losing her best friend and first love, Chloe, Eleanor has spent the past year in a haze, vowing to stay away from anything resembling romance. But when a handwritten guide to tarot arrives in the mail at the witchy souvenir store where Eleanor works, it seems to bring with it the message that magic is about to enter her life. Cynical Eleanor is quick to dismiss this promise, until real-life witch Pix shows up with an unusual invitation. Inspired by the magic and mystery of the tarot, Eleanor decides to open herself up to Pix and her coven of witches, and even to the possibility of a new romance. But Eleanor’s complicated history continues to haunt her. She will have to reckon with the old ghosts that threaten to destroy everything, even her chance at new love. Amazon AB Kobo
THE FLYING MERMAID by Eule Grey
All Luce wants is to go home, but how can she? Since the war, her beloved city has been under an enchantment. Rivers run dry and the streets are haunted, or so they say. When she hears a rumor that the curse has been lifted, Luce writes a heartfelt letter to the leaders. It begins ten years ago, when she’s thirteen-years-old and dying of a broken heart. Dying, I tell you! Luce’s account takes the leaders into the cold heart of a mermaid. To when she, and her bestie, Adu, live in a spidery, clifftop house with a tiny dog. Not even Sea Mother’s magic or mermaids can hold back the war. When the world goes dark, it takes a wind magician and the strongest love of all to save her family and friends. Light up the skies, little mermaid!
DEAD WRONG: ARCANE SOULS WORLD (GRAVE TALKER BOOK 6) by Annie Anderson
Never make a deal with a demon. There are two things Darby Adler wants more than anything: to take a vacation, and to find who is responsible for the rash of witch abductions in Knoxville. With an ancient vampire in town and a slew of fugitives on the loose, her suspect pool is vast. But Darby has a sneaking suspicion she knows the culprit all too well. And if she can’t catch him on her own, she might just have to resort to more creative measures to get the job done. Here’s hoping she doesn’t lose her soul in the process. Amazon KU
THE FAE KEEPER (THE WITCH KING DUOLOGY BOOK 2) by H E Edgmon
Two weeks after the door to Faery closed once more, Asalin is still in turmoil. Emyr and Wyatt are hunting Derek and Clarke themselves after having abolished the corrupt Guard, and are trying to convince the other kingdoms to follow their lead. But when they uncover the hidden truth about the witches’ real place in fae society, it becomes clear the problems run much deeper than anyone knew. And this may be more than the two of them can fix. As Wyatt struggles to learn control of his magic and balance his own needs with the needs of a kingdom, he must finally decide on the future he wants—before he loses the future he and Emyr are building.
EMME’S ENFORCER (LOST SIREN SERIES BOOK 4) by Stephanie Hudson
Writing down your dreams…that sounded pretty harmless right? Turned out, I was sort of good at it.
Turned out, it made a good book. Because who knew you could make money from writing about the man of your dreams. Who knew it would pay to fantasize about a fictional character you had fallen in love with. But most of all, who knew that one day a set of doors would open, and you would find out that he wasn’t fictional at all. That he was real. I had no idea writing could be so dangerous but then when you’re writing about a Demonic Overlord, an Enforcer named Kaiden Wrath, then anything was possible. Like dreaming of him in trouble and knowing you’re the only one who knew how to save him. The only one who can save the Demon you are obsessed with. Now all I had to do, was find him and then quickly save myself from… A Demon’s Wrath. Amazon KU
VENGEANCE OF ARTHUR (ONCE AND FUTURE HEARTS BOOK 9) by Tracey Cooper-Posey
The omens gather, while Camelot fractures…Saraid is an orphan, thanks to the Saxons, but has found a place as lady companion to Adrivete, the daughter of King Drust of Deira. She wants nothing more than to stay where she is and live a quiet, uneventful life. Her peace is shattered when Owain, the son of the dead King of Rheged, rides into Deira and demands they hand over Lamorak, the murderer of his aunt, Morguase of Lothian…before sliding from his horse in exhaustion. Then a message is received from Arthur, the High King of Britain, ordering Adrivete to travel to Camelot with Owain. Adrivete insists Saraid travel with her. Saraid is out of her element, uncomfortable, hungry and tired, and dismayed by the forced intimacies of the road. When Owain unexpectedly helps her cope with the rigors of travel, Saraid learns he is not at all the gruff, infamous son of Rheged that rumour paints him to be. Neither of them wants to go to Camelot. Together, they might survive the politics, conspiracies and the storm that gathers over the city of miracles. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
PERCEPTION CHECK (THE MAGES OF VELMYRA SAGA BOOK 1) by Astrid Knight
Violet Spence wants nothing more than to have a normal life. After witnessing her childhood best friend get abducted by monsters, that’s easier said than done. At twenty-three years old, Violet cannot seem to move past that fateful night ten years ago. Her only solace is Mages of Velmyra, a tabletop roleplaying game filled with goblins, fairies, and all-powerful magicians. But of course, that’s all fantasy. Or, so she thought. As it turns out, the land of Velmyra is very real and the home of the monsters that took her best friend. With the help of her friends (and the creator of the game itself), Violet must navigate the once-fictional creatures and powerful mages of Velmyra to retrieve a set of ancient relics—all in the hopes that the journey will lead her back to her friend. But for Violet, fighting monsters and magic workers doesn’t seem nearly as terrifying as confronting her own demons. And she’ll soon realize fighting the battle within herself can be just as tough as those fought against demigods. Amazon KU
DRAGON’S TREASURE (TEXAS RANCH WOLF PACK WORLD BOOK 6) by Lynn Nodima
VS Note: Short Story
Never make a dragon shifter laugh…the flames can be deadly. Amazon KU
TROUBLE IN HADES (QUEENS OF OLYMPUS BOOK 1) by Arizona Tape
Ruling the Underworld is a job no one wants… until now. As the new Hades, Maia is determined to make a difference, even if the current Persephone doesn’t believe her. There’s nothing that Penelope hates more than a new Hades, especially when they make her job as the Persephone harder. But something about this time is different. Maybe it’s finally time for the problems in the Underworld to be fixed. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
DARK GODS DESTINIES CONVERGE (CHILDREN OF THE GODS BOOK 61) by I T Lucas
Destinies converge, and secrets are revealed in part three of Mia and Toven’s story. While attempting to purchase the “Perfect Match Virtual Fantasy Studios,” Toven discovers that he’s not the only God left alive, and Mia discovers that she has hidden talents neither of them has known about. AmazonKU
SERPENT’S WRATH (PHOENIX SHIFTARS BOOK 7) by Charlotte Brice
RILEY – Harlow’s secrets are out but too many loose ends threaten our future together. We need to make a preemptive strike against Harlow’s dad before he comes for us. Instead a stranger at the door threatens to expose everything we have. Our happy ever after has never felt so close and yet seemed so far away. HARLOW – A nice house with my family, out in the middle of nowhere, no one to bother us. That was what I drempt of as a child. Now I have my mates, we have the house. We’re in the middle of nowhere. People need to stop bothering us. Stopping my dad is the only way to make that happen. Easier said than done. I have a feeling things are going to get worse before they get better. Oh, and now my mum is gone, so is the waterfall. Dying just got a HELL of a lot more complicated. Amazon KU
EAGLE EYE: TIGER’S EYE MYSTERIES by Alyssa Day
When the statue of Jack’s great-great-many-great-grandfather comes to life in the middle of town square, it’s a little odd—even for Dead End, the quirkiest town in Florida. But what Grandpa Jed has to say is terrifying: If Jack and Tess can’t find a magical dagger by sunset five days later, a furious Fae queen will destroy the town and everyone in it. Jack, Tess, the sheriff, and the entire cast of family and friends are on the job. But magical artifacts don’t always want to be found, and even family members can hide secrets of their own. Three shapeshifters in town……may be two too many. What’s a woman who just wants to run her pawnshop and quit stumbling over bodies to do? And what’s up with her mysterious headache? Amazon Apple Books Kobo
BIKER DRAGONS by Lily Wilder
It only took two dragons to wreck my life. As if one wasn’t enough. I know the truth. Dragons don’t protect us. They just destroy; I’ve seen it first hand. That’s what led me here, in the middle of two hot alpha males that think I need them. I don’t, or at least I wish I didn’t. They’ve always been in my life, leaving me with a devastating childhood but I’m not about to let them destroy what’s left of my life. After I have my revenge on this small town and avenge my parents’ death, I won’t look back. Yet I’m drawn to them, these damn shifters that are intent on making me their mate. Everytime I think I can leave them behind, we end up burning the bedroom up. I have to wonder, if we keep it up, will we set the world on fire next? Do I want to? Amazon KU
ALPHA DRAGON’S OMEGA BODYGUARD (SKYE DUN BOOK 3) by Sean Michael
Harrison Greenbelt seems to have it all, a member of the Skye Dun clan, he leads it along with his chosen brothers Warrington and Seamus. He’s been on edge, though, ever since he was in a car bomb that injured him badly and killed his bodyguard. Since his recovery, he’s been working overtime to discover just who’s behind the continuing attacks against the Skye Dun clan. He spends his days, and most of his nights, hunched over his laptop, or his books, bringing all his research skills to bear to solve the mystery of the power crystal and guardian dragon. He doesn’t have time for dating, let alone a fated mate. Too bad for him, the universe has its own plans. Riven is only three months into his new job as a security guard for the Skye Dun clan when he’s sent upstairs to be the personal bodyguard to one of the big Alpha bosses, Harrison Greenbelt. It’s putting his skills as a personal bodyguard to best use. The only problem is, Harrison has fired one bodyguard after another, some not even lasting the day. Riven is determined to be the one that lasts. The only hiccup is that he finds the man extremely attractive and is having feelings he knows he shouldn’t. When it turns out that Harrison is also attracted to him, all bets are off. Amazon KU
DEADLY DOCTOR (A WITCH IN THE WOODS BOOK 11) by Jenna St James
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air. And so is murder. When game warden, Shayla Loci, discovered the dead body of a local resident, she had no idea how quickly the situation would escalate. But soon, the killer has medical examiner, Doc Drago, in his or her sights, and Shayla isn’t going to stand for that. With the help of her bodyguard, Needles, and Sheriff Alex Stone, can Shayla figure out who wants Doc Drago Dead? Or will the island be looking for a new medical examiner? Amazon KU
GRIM & BARE IT: ACCIDENTAL REAPER SERIES BOOK 1 by Misty Evans
My plan for a quiet night at home is dashed when, during the rescue of my landlady’s runaway cat, a serial killer — nicknamed the Grim Reaper by the media — decides I’m his next victim. It’s a fight to the death, and despite being a gold-medal klutz, I somehow manage to turn the tables on him and end his life instead. Imagine my shock when I discover he actually was a grim. His robes have now chosen me to take his place, and I’m contractually obligated to the Soul Management Group for a full year. Yep, three hundred and sixty-five days until I’m free from these disgusting robes and a death blade with a mind of its own — it wants to kill everyone. Worse, my new boss, Death, has paired me with the local master vampire to investigate a rogue reaper. Our assignment will take us into the evil underbelly of the supernatural world, and neither of us may make it out alive. What’s a girl to do? Guess I’ll have to grim and bare it. Amazon Apple Books Kobo
ANGEL FALLS VOL 2 by Stephanie Burke
VS Note: Re-releases.
My Protector: Being sheriff of a small town has lots of perks. Richard knows just about everyone by name, he gets free coffee at the café, and he gets to spend as much time as he wants with Amber Graves, the woman he desires above all others. Unfortunately he finds himself firmly friend-zoned, much to his and his shadow-wolf’s dismay. When strange phone calls bring up memories of a dark past that rocks Amber’s soul, Richard knows he needs to protect her — even if he’d not so sure he can protect himself. Rare as a Unicorn: Warrior Jova was once a unicorn, masterful and proud… Now he’s stranded in Angel Falls. People here are strange, and none more strange and desirable than the pair who rescues him one snowy morning. Baylin and Torin, Angel Falls’ veterinarians, have a lot going for them — talent, exciting careers, the love of each other, and a strong relationship… but they’re not complete. They need a third to commit to being with them. The attraction is immediate, but how can they make this work? Amazon Kobo
ALPHA UNLEASHED: TWO WEREWOLVES FOR SEBASTIAN by D J Heart
Sebastian’s first instinct is to run for the hills. His second is to wish that Viggo had asked him on a date like a normal person. If the muscle-bound stud had approached him at a bar and offered to buy him a drink, Sebastian would have followed him home like a lust-drunk puppy, no questions asked.
But there will be no dating or offers of drinks for Sebastian. He took the cash from the werewolf mating program, knowing full well that a werewolf might someday claim him, and now the consequences of that decision have come back to bite him in the ass. Literally. Viggo is the very pinnacle of a werewolf alpha–tall, dominant, and built like a Greek god–and if Sebastian is honest with himself, everything he’s ever wanted in a man. Once the panic fades, he thinks that he might actually be lucky. There’s just one problem. Viggo comes as part of a package deal, and his other half is a feral alpha named Bjorn who likes to chase bunnies, guard his territory, and strut around looking like Tarzan’s scary older brother. He’s very intimidating, especially when he wants to cuddle and play roughhouse. Viggo claims that together he and Sebastian can fix Bjorn–that they can soothe his wolf and put his human half back in the driver’s seat–but Sebastian is far from sure he’s up to the task. He wouldn’t even know where to begin. And even if he could fix the feral stud, how exactly is he supposed to handle being mated to two alpha werewolves? Viggo’s confidence that he’s up to the task is not particularly reassuring. Amazon KU
A QUEEN OF RUIN ( DELICIOUSLY DARK FAIRYTALES BOOK 4) by K F Breene
I thought once we released the curse, I’d only have one enemy to contend with. Wrong. The queen lives. Not only that, but she knowingly hid herself from me and the rest of this kingdom until the moment the curse was broken. Now she is back, and her desires aren’t clear. Neither are her motives.
Will she try to take the throne for herself? We can stop her…unless she had a hand in that curse. In which case, will we need to battle her and the demon king before we can finally live in peace? Or has this all been for naught? Regardless, we have very little time before the demon king returns to wipe us out. Amazon KU
FATE HOLLOW ACADEMY: TERM 2 by Lyra Winters
Welcome to Fate Hollow Academy, a place where supernaturals come together to train for war on humans. Humans and dragons alike had declared war in Kalista. Every supernatural must stand and fight, but would it be unified or did the dragon cult hold their allegiance? Humans have been experimenting on their own, creating something more mechanical than human. Dragons have been making alliances with other supernaturals under the guise of fighting our mutual enemy, but their agenda was darker than that. All I wanted was to hide away with my mates, wrapped in the love we shared. It was a fantasy I desperately yearned for, but with every turn, a new enemy revealed themself. Amazon KU
BONDS (MISFITS OF MISTVALE BOOK 3) by Stella Rainbow
Joy – I’d spent years being the adopted human member of the Mistvale clan. While I loved my supernatural family, I’d long wished I could be a true part of it. When a wolf shifter found me on my camping trip and claimed to be my mate, my wish was fulfilled. But that wasn’t all. Quill – When a strange vision told me to head to Mistvale to find my mates, I didn’t hesitate. Every shifter dreams of the day they would find their mate, and I wasn’t about to let mine go. It didn’t take long to convince Joy to come with me to look for our other mate, but when we found him, we realized a mate bond wasn’t all that a relationship required. Tate – When I was in my twenties, my mate bond was broken by someone I’d trusted with my life. After the betrayal, I spent decades looking for a cure before resigning myself to being alone forever. When a wolf shifter and a human showed up at my cabin claiming to be my mates, I didn’t want to believe them. I didn’t want to hope, but they wouldn’t let me hide, and they wouldn’t leave me alone. Amazon KU
SAVAGE IN THE NEED (SAVAGE HORDE MATES BOOK 3) by Milana Jacks
A dinner with two ladies in attendance. One is a queen. The other is not. The queen is off limits. The queen is king’s. And that’s why I took her. Amazon KU
FILTHY RICH VAMPIRE (FILTHY RICH VAMPIRES BOOK 1) by Geneva Lee Albin
Julian Rousseaux has a problem. He’s single, and for the world’s wealthiest vampires, the social season is about to begin. Julian would rather stake himself than participate in the marriage market. But as the eldest, eligible Rousseaux he’s expected to find a wife before the season ends—whether he likes it or not. When cellist Thea literally stumbles into his life at a gala, he knows she’s the last person he could ever fall in love with. She’s too innocent, too kind, and way too human. But now that she knows about his world, she’s also a walking target. She needs protection. He needs a fake girlfriend to discourage overzealous vampire matchmaking. So, Julian makes Thea an irresistible offer: pretend to be his lover and he’ll change her life. For one year, they’ll attend the season’s social events together in exchange for his protection and a way out of her mother’s crippling medical debt. She can’t say no. But the vampire world is impossibly decadent and darker than Thea ever imagined, and Julian’s filthy rich vampire family wants her out of the way. But with each moment they share, new dangers emerge: a desire as forbidden as their stolen touches, an awakening of a long-dead heart, and secrets that could tear them both apart. Amazon KU
DEATH WARDEN (GRAVE SPIRITS MC) by Debbie Cassidy
Death waits for no one, unless you’re a necromancer, in which case he might stop for a cup of tea and a chat. I didn’t ask to be a necromancer, and I certainly didn’t ask to be saddled with a magical amulet holding an ancient big bad at bay. I got both. All I want to do is steer clear of trouble, write horror novels, and hang with my talking cat. But the spell on my amulet is weakening, and the only way to sustain it is to pick up and go to Frostgate—a city built on a powerful convergence of ley lines. The plan is to lay low and wait for a revelation that’ll lead me to my conduit, my perfect match, to help me to sustain the spell on the lock. But there is no laying low at Grave Spirits MC. No avoiding the burning stares of the hellhound Vice President, the icy cool assessment of the undead Sergeant at Arms, or the warm amber gaze of the hellhound Club Secretary. I can’t get involved with any of them. I have a perfect mate to find. But for the first time in my life steering clear of trouble is the last thing I want to do. Amazon KU
TRISTAN III DRAGON’S BLOOD by S Legend
Three thousand years ago, Markaytia was ruled by dragons. The last dragon passed his blood to a man called Tristan. He became the first Warlord of Markaytia. Tristan’s got it made. He fights alongside his beloved, he has two men who dote on him faithfully, and the Gods have promised him he’s to do great things for his Elven people. What more could a guy want? Unfortunately, there’s that little, tiny detail about the Emperor of the Underworld knocking at their door, and a growing army of beastly creatures to deal with. Plus, Tristan’s already dramatic love life explodes to epic proportions when Bayaden shows up in an unexpected way. He gets himself accidentally bonded to a dragon lord. What are the chances? “You are the next dragon Warlord, Tristan. The role has been waiting for you.” The dragon in Tristan’s blood awakens and he’s off on another wild adventure. This time the stakes are real—if he doesn’t get it together, the world could pay for his folly. Amazon KU
RUINATION (HELLFIRE AND HALOS BOOK ONE) by J N Baker
Lucas – She’s been put on this earth to wreak havoc and spread chaos. She’s done it for centuries, ruining everything and everyone she touches. It’s what demons like her do. And angels like me stop her. I’ve been tasked with killing her each time her blackened soul resurrects, sending her back to Hell. It’s a dance we’ve done for centuries. And I’ve never failed at completing my mission. Until now. She’s returned different this time. She doesn’t seem to remember me or what she is. And the longer I’m around her, the more I find I’m forgetting myself. If I’m not careful, she’ll drag me straight into the bowels of Hell with her. Giselle – I’m not all that surprised to find out I have a stalker. It’s pretty par for the course for my life. Just my luck he’s hot as hell—and entirely crazy. He claims he’s an angel sent from Heaven to kill me, and he’s turning my already shitty world upside down and lighting it on fire. And my life isn’t the only thing he’s got burning. The to-die-for man could make a saint sin. Too bad he thinks I’m a demon who needs to be sent back to Hell. Like I said, he’s off his holy rocker. But the longer I spend with him, the more I feel like I’m right where I’m meant to be. Even if that means in the end, he’ll ruin me. Amazon KU
TEMPTNG A KNIGHT (HELLS KNIGHTS MC) by Leann Ryans
Brooke – My brother’s murderer wants me during my next heat, and I’ll do anything to stay out of his grasp. Sebastian was my brother’s best friend, but that was years ago, and now he’s a different man.
Or should I say wolf? Him and the Hell’s Knights are the only thing that can save me and my family, but will he still care enough to accept my offer? Sebastian – The garage is a success and saved me from the slums like we’d always planned. The only problem is my best friend isn’t here to see his dream come to life. Now his little sister needs help to avoid his murderer, but it could mean war for my men. I should say no and stay out of it, but the nerdy little girl I remember has grown up to be an omega I can’t ignore. I tried to stay away, but with her brother’s death on my conscious she became my new obsession. And no one touches what’s mine. Amazon KU
ALL REVVED UP (RIDING HOME BOOK 2) by Amy Bellows
Building a life together is a lot more complicated than a road trip. When Chris, Revv, and Gray bond, they live thousands of miles away from each other. Revv and Chris live in Rixton where Chris has tenure at a prestigious university and Revv has worked for his family business for over a decade. But Rixton is in Southern California and Gray is half polar bear shifter. The summer heat is completely unbearable for him. Gray has lived in Anchorage his entire life, and he wants to stay. But that would mean Chris giving up his dream job and Revv leaving his family in a lurch. He can’t ask that of his mates. When Revv finally figures out which of his many lovers got him pregnant, the answer may change everything. Amazon KU
ALPHA BEAR’S SECRET (BEARS OF ANGEL FIRE BOOK 1) by Aline Ash
Clarissa Dodge has a big and not-so-everyday problem. Three years ago, the curvy, professional skier left the small mountainside town of Angel Fire behind—and with it the man who she had a wild, passionate affair with, Miguel Ruiz. At the time, she’d thought their lustful nights together were just a fling, and she’d always remember the gorgeous, six-foot, ripped Adonis, with the most otherworldly, near-black eyes. But nine months later, baby Lucas came into the world. Thinking Miguel wouldn’t want anything to do with him, Clarissa chose to raise her son alone. Until Lucas started to change. Little things like growling, biting, and extreme hair growth. So, needing answers, she heads back to Angel Fire. And in the town, kissed by winter and mystery, Clarissa will find out things that she can hardly bear. Bear shifter Miguel Ruiz had always rolled his eyes at bullshit like love-at-first-sight. Even if shifters had fated mates, he didn’t think anyone could just look at another person and fall in love. And yet, the moment he’d first met Clarissa, her honey-brown eyes, sumptuous lips, natural scent, and tanned skin had made him fall head over paws. After she’d left Angel Fire, his heart was never the same. He refused his right as Alpha of his pack and withdrew from the community… Until now. The day Clarissa shows up again out of the blue. Miguel doesn’t know why she’s looking for him, but he does know that they’re fated mates, and nothing is going to separate them ever again. AmazonKU
DRAGON TYPHOON (AIR DRAGONS BOOK 6) by Charlene Hartnady
Typhoon doesn’t have a mate. It’s not for lack of trying, or interest. He just hasn’t found the right person yet. He’s pretty sure that it will happen in good time. The problem he faces is that he is desperate to have a baby. It’s all he can think about. He’s seen his friends pair up and have whelps. Typhoon even witnessed the birth of twins. It was one of the most incredible experiences of his life. Now he wants a baby of his own. He’s willing to do just about anything to make it happen. Natalie has always dreamt of going to college, of making something of her life before it’s too late. She’s not getting any younger. The only problem is that she’s seriously cash-strapped. Her folks died four years ago, leaving her with debt and a little sister to raise. They’re barely keeping their heads above water as it is. What is she going to do? Her sister needs her to be a provider. Not just for right now, but also for the future as well. Just as they’re about to lose the roof over their heads, Natalie hears all about being a surrogate. Why not make some money while helping a nice couple bring a child into this world? It won’t even be hers. Not really. Using their last bit of cash, she puts up an ad in the classifieds. Everything is turned on its head when a tall, sexy man walks into the room. He wants her to carry his child. Not just that, he wants her to donate one of her eggs as well. That would make her the biological mother. He’s promising to take care of all of her and her sister’s needs and to pay her a truckload of money. Life-changing money. What choice does she have? He seems nice enough, and he’ll be able to give this child everything. It’ll be tough, but she can do it…or can she? Amazon KU
THE SCEPTIC by Lily Morton
As the best friend of a psychic, Will Buchanan can’t help but believe in the dead. It’s the living that he finds to be problematic. However, after a spate of betrayals, he finally has the chance of a new life within his grasp, and he’s not going to risk it for anyone or anything. Staying safe is the name of Will’s game. Jem Dawson defines the word temporary. A talented cameraman, he’s here today and will undoubtedly be gone tomorrow chasing adventure and danger. But, while he’s in York, he’s made it clear he wants Will, and Will can’t help liking the charming daredevil. This inconvenient attraction results in Will accompanying Jem to the site of a notorious poltergeist outbreak. A malevolent spirit has targeted a family, and now the ghost hunting team for whom Jem does camerawork are going to be locked down in the house for three days. The house is strange and filled with sinister and violent undercurrents. One by one, the group experiences threatening incidents, and as events escalate, Will has to ask himself if he’s risking not just his heart but also his life with this impulsive gesture. Amazon KU
REJECT ME (IMMORTAL VIRTUES AND VICES BOOK 1) by Kel Carpenter and Aurelia Jane
“Markus Del Reyes, I reject you.” He left me no choice. I refuse to spend the rest of my life with my childhood bully for a mate. I may be a cursed shifter, incapable of shifting—but I wasn’t desperate.
Not till the Alpha Supreme cast me out of the House of Fire and Fluorite for rejecting his son. Now I’m packless. Homeless. No longer under the protection of a House. Until the dark vampire king of Blood and Beryl turns his sights on me. In return for protection from my former House, I have to become his fake mate. I’ll be a queen and a fraud. It’s a treacherous lie to live—and I find myself forgetting what’s real and what’s not with every stolen touch and heated kiss we share. What starts as a business arrangement turns complicated when my heat hits, and the king insists on being the one to help me through it. I’ve lost everything for doing what I know is right, but the greatest danger I ever faced was never losing my life … it was opening my cursed heart. Amazon KU
ALLIANCE (SYNDICATE MASTERS: NORTHERN LIGHTS BOOK ONE) by Delta James
I am a pawn in a dangerous game. One he will take by any means. Years ago an alliance was made between the Tiamat Syndicate and the Northern Lights Coalition. I was promised to Gunnar, the head of the Blood Eagle Syndicate. Our families believed an alliance was the only way to prevent all out war. With my father dead, my brother Joshua refuses to force me into Gunnar’s bed until the he needs to forge an alliance with Gunnar against a common enemy-the Bratva. I am a pawn to both sides. So I ran. I ran as far as I could to get away from him. I should have known better… Lions love to hunt. Once he catches me he expects me to play by his rules. He thinks he can bend me to his will. It would be so much easier to fight him if we weren’t fated mates. When the Bratva attack, can I use the war to escape him, or will I join him in the battle? Amazon KU
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VS: Next book in my Badari backlist is DARIK. I thought I should have a story about one of Jamokan’s men and I thought it would be interesting to have a hero who liked being independent and without a mate…until, ooops, he’s got one but wow, are there a lot of obstacles! Some of the scenes in this one are a little tribute from me to “Aliens” and “The Puppet Masters” (the movie version of the Heinlein novel, not the horror film).
DARIK (A BADARI WARRIORS SCIFI ROMANCE NOVEL): Sectors New Allies Series Book 4
Nicolle James is far from her home in the human Sectors, kidnapped by alien scientists to be the subject of horrifying experiments. Her only hope might be a mysterious soldier she’d glimpsed outside the laboratory fence. She’d managed to sneak a few words of conversation with him when her captors weren’t watching but now the aliens were taking her inside the lab to begin the experiments.
Darik, a warrior of the genetically engineered Badari pack, is on a solo recon mission to check out a mysterious new lab high in the mountains. His orders are strict – do not engage. But when he has a chance meeting with the woman who might be his mate, he vows not to abandon her, orders or no orders.
Can he get inside an underground lab, find Nicolle and rescue her without getting captured himself? And when he learns the lab’s deadly secrets, can he get word to his pack about the new dangers?
Because the ruthless alien scientist running the experiments wants to get her hands on him too and will stop at nothing to achieve her goals.
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LINKS TO RECENT NEW RELEASES POSTS from Veronica:
“New” is generally plus or minus a week or two. I try to catch up on ones I missed in recent months. And I may mention ‘special items’.
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Some authors aren’t in KU but still don’t list books with Apple or other platforms. This report is very time consuming to prepare so I’ve always had to limit myself and cannot go and look up every book on all the platforms. If an author gives me their other buy links, I include them here but generally I develop the post on my own, not from author-supplied information. I curate and prepare this post individually every week to help connect readers/books/authors and I have to be very careful not to give it so much time as an activity that I don’t write my own novels! Thanks for the feedback and happy reading!
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