EPHRAIM: Book Two in the Champions Series Kindle Edition by Chicki Brown

 Book Excerpt:

"Within the Champions team, Ephraim King is the physically powerful one. He has lived a life of abandonment and loneliness until the night he meets Serenity James, the woman who will change his life forever.

Serenity's life has centered on family, dance, and becoming a principal dancer with her company. However, her long-term goal of becoming a wife and mother looks pretty distant. Has Ephraim come into her life to help her realize that dream?"

Title: EPHRAIM
Author: Chicki Brown
Publisher: C.B.
Series: Book Two in the Champions Series
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"EPHRAIM" BY Chicki Brown

My Assessment:

"Ephraim" was a good read that will keep one's attention turning the pages to keep up with Ephraim King and Serenity James. The way they meet and what happens afterward with these two will be quite a sweet story that this author presents to the reader. To fully understand this series, I suggest you read Book 1 of the Champions 'Sebastian'. This next series brings how Ephraim's come into play with the guys and their supernatural abilities. Saving the lives of Serenity and her three friends [Trina, Jayme, and Nkem] was a good thing for Ephraim in that he finally has found someone that gives him those unique feelings in his life. Serenity was a mess after the death of her twin brother [Dante]. What will happen after Serenity meets Ephraim, finds out what he did for a living, and why this affected her so much? How will these two lives change after they become involved? Will Serenity be able to dance after her accident due to the wall that collapses on her at Euphoria club? Will Ephraim be able to find the job that he will be able to enjoy? There will be a lot that will go on in this story, so pick up this good read and see how these two will be able to work it all out in the end.

The team of friends that Ephraim had was exciting in what each of them could do in helping not only each other [Ephraim, Sebastian, Adrian, Lennox, Zachary, and Lucien] but those in need without particularly any pay. Find out what that is all about in this enjoyable paranormal romance read that will keep one's interest until the end, and yes, I would recommend 'Ephraim.'

Faery Road (Guardians of Grigori Book 4) Kindle Edition by S.I. Hayes

 Book Excerpt:

"Marigold Slighfodt is something of a brat. Born to parents with no ties to either of the Fae courts, she was inducted into the ranks of the Unseelie Court as a Maiden of the Hills but is not enough for the bored little Fae, who needs instant gratification in all things.

Bound to the Winter court, she is now faced with choosing a suitor to unify the Otherkind and the Fae; a Vampire Prince has already fallen through her grasp, so now she is to be pawned off…
But to whom?

Alewar was once a Dragonborn; upon his death, he resurrected as the mighty Phoenix and has been a servant of the Unseelie Court ever since. He knows no other life, remembers very little of what life was before death. He is a Guardian to the Fae; he knows death, blood, and war.
Being assigned to guard Marigold Slighfodt should have been easy, but it has stirred his passions, and for a Phoenix that was once a love-torn Dragonborn, the results could be disastrous…

*Trigger Warning: Violence
* *Erotic Elements

Title: Faery Road
Author: S. I. Hayes
Publisher: S. I. Hayes
Series Guardians of Grigori Book 4
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Faery Road" by S. I. Hayes

My Speculation:

I enjoyed the short read of 'Faery Road' that featured Marigold's story with her phoenix guardian Alewar that will take on after the incident at Grigori College. To understand what has gone on earlier, you will need to pick up the first thru third series of the 'Guardians of Grigori.' Will these two be able to prove their true love was real? This was another one of this author's 'adventures, romances, suspense, twists and turns, thrillers, and oh yes hot steamy love scenes' that will leave you in awe of it all. What will happen as these two are faced with finding 'Faery Road'? To get it all, you will have to pick up 'Faery Road' to find out how it comes out for these two.

Gylded Wings (Golden Wings) Kindle Edition by Linda Nightingale

Profile:

"Angels in slavery? Brit Montgomery cannot believe it, until she is sent on a rescue mission to another dimension and witnesses the cruel practice first hand. The angel, Gyldan, is the most beautiful being she’s ever seen. She is drawn to him but sometimes beauty disguises wicked secrets. This man who rocks her world seems more demon than angel.

Gyldan, born into slavery, has one desire—fly free. When he escapes to Earth, he faces an alternate self-realization full of dark glory…and disbelief. Gyldan is bent on experiencing his newfound powers unmindful of the harm to Brit or others. 

Confused and hurt by Gyldan’s erratic evil actions, Brit turns away. While Gyldan’s journey of self-discovery pulls him further distant, Brit finds acceptance in a solitary, comfortable life of her own until she realizes the day of reckoning has come. Will Gyldan be her final ruin or has he come back to her with a gift more precious than life itself?"

Title:  Gylded Wings

Author:  Linda Nightingale

Publisher:   The Wild Rose Press Inc                

Series:  Golden Winds

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Four

Review:

"Gylded Wings" by Linda Nightingale

My Thoughts.....              

If you are in to paranormal tales and fantasy's you have come to the right place because 'Gylded Wings will give one quite a entertaining romantic read.  This story was of Gyldan [an angel born into slavery and Brit [who was a human and there to take him to Earth]. I will say you will have to keep up with this story because there will be a lots of twist where the reader will find that on Gyldan's flights of discovery from Anachrys to Earth as he will suffers from  the uncertainly as well as the acceptance of the truth.  I like the description of how this author delivers a wonderful description of Gyldan running from the castle, with a horrible winter landscapes upon them as they are on there way to the portal to Earth which happens to be Miami.  Having been treated so horribly in Anachrys as a slave and now being treated with great reverence was somewhat mystifying for Gyldan and learning just who his rescuer was that brought him to Earth was quite interesting. As Gyldan is now in a new world and seems to have lost his memory and will have to learn and get help from his new friends. What will happen as "Gyldan is bent on experiencing his newfound powers unmindful of the harm to Brit or the others."


As the story continues on will this Angel truly be the slave Gyldan or will he become someone else?  From his flight back to Anachrys with Brit will Gyldan be able to save his sister and son?  By the end will this 'Fallen Angel' get the redemption that he wants and become a 'Guardian Angel?' How will all  of this work out for Gyldan and Brit?   Be ready a well written story with developed and portrayed characters from ... Gyldan, Lianas of Hamlin [Brit], Sarah, Seph [Gyldan sibling Sephiroth], Adamus, Miriam, James, Rikbiel,  Zophiel, [Paimon & Astanoth],  Jaluha, Yahriel, Sandy, Lucifer, Beelzebub to name a few that will give the reader one fantastic story from the 'Gylded Wings.'  

My Polished, Professional Thug 2:The Finale Kindle Edition by Pebbles Starr & Chase Moore

"Skot, Mendesa, and her evil twin-brother, Man are back in this riveting 2nd installment of "My Polished, Professional Thug". Find out what happens when a psychic finds herself drawn to an infamous scammer. Worlds collide and secrets unfold, and in the end, someone will be left brokenhearted...but who? Buckle your seat belts because this sequel is sure to take you on a spell-binding and emotional ride. Be warned, though...This book is NOT for the faint at heart, so approach with caution.

"“I’m sorry...I’m sorry...I’m so sorry...I’m sorry...I’m so sorry, Man,” I say over and over again.

After being raped by four men and a dog, I’m literally traumatized and can only repeat those same words. My doctor is waiting for my insides to heal and then afterwards, they plan on sending me to a psyche ward. I’m damaged goods, because of Man.

The other day, I overheard the doctors and nurses talking to each other, so I know that’s where I’m going, and since no one’s come to claim me, they don’t have any other choice but to ship me off.

“I’m sorry...I’m sorry, Man…I’m so sorry...I’m sorry...I’m so sorry, Man,” I cry.

Suddenly, someone walks in my room and luckily, it’s not Skot. I freaked the fuck out when he came the other day, because the sight of a man scares the fucking shit out of me. I don’t wanna see another guy for the rest of my life. Fortunately, all of my doctors and nurses are female.

Much to my relief, it’s not a man who comes to visit me. I stop murmuring apologies long enough to look her over. She’s a really pretty, light-skinned woman, wearing a pants suit with her hair pinned up in a messy bun.

“Hello, Sha’Lae,” she smiles. “Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Aurora Montclair, and I’d like to help you get justice on the man who did this to you.”

Title:  My Polished, Professional Thug 2: The Finale

Author:  Pebbles Starr and Chase Moore

Publisher:  Jaded Publications                         

Series:  # 2
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating:  Four
Review:

"My Polished, Professional Thug 2: The Finale" by Pebbles Starr and Chase Moore

My Thoughts....


This was a paranormal story that will keep you turning the pages till the end with some characters that was simply off the chart CRAZY!  I was really hoping more from Mendesa and Skot but it definitely was what it was for them.  I will say karma is bitch as it was for that Ms. Montclair at the end.  

An Alpha's Captive: A Brandt Wolf Pack By: Amarie Avant and Deanna Richmond

Profile:

"It’s been six months since Gerard Brandt lost his brother in a tragic accident. Gerard left home, years ago, after relinquishing his title as Alpha due to personal demons. He’s looking into the spike of deaths and deceit in his small town but in the center of it all is the dangerous and alluring Teegan Dean. He’ll do anything to keep her safe.
Teegan guards dark secrets and doesn’t believe she’s worthy of Gerard’s protection. While one wolf wants to save her another ruthless Alpha, Kano Hok’ee, has laid claim to her.
For centuries these two clans have been enemies; the Brandt’s - known for their unscrupulous manipulation and the Hok’ees - notorious for murder, lies and deception. Now a power struggle has finally erupted. As past secrets come to haunt the town of Silverton, the Heads of each clan must meet in order to cease this impending war.
Teegan is the key to one pack's destruction, as she is, strength to the other.

Title: An Alpha's Captive
Authors: Amarie Avant & Deanna Richmond
Publisher: A.A & D.R.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"An Alpha's Captive: A Brandt Wolf Pack" By Amarie Avant & Deanna Richmond

My Thoughts....

I love this story! It was quite interesting how this author brings these two [Gerard Brandt and Teegan Dean] together. With Gerard having lost his brother [Gabriel] in a 'tragic accident' we find that Gerard had left home and also giving up his title as a Alpha who was a blood descended from Germany and a prominent line of lycanthropes. Why had he left Silverton, Oregon? Now Gerard is back home in Silverton and their he meets the 'the alluring Teegan Dean.' What was it about her that he felt he needed to keep her safe? What dark secrets did Teegan have that she felt so 'unworthy of Gerald's protection?'

We find from the read that two clans 'the Brandt's known for their unscrupulous manipulation and the Hok'ees know or their notorious murders, lies and deception' had been enemies for centuries. Why was this? What will happen as 'the Heads of each clan meet in order to cease a impending war?'

How is it that Teegan Dean will be the 'key to one pack's destruction and is also the strength to the other?' Will Teegan be able to except her life as it is now that she is with Brandt? Will Brandt be able to prove to Teegan that she is a good person in spite of what all she had been through and that she is worthy of his protection?

There will be a lots going on in this well written paranormal story that these authors give the readers. Be ready for some very well developed and defined characters in this read from Gerard, Teegan, along with Sylvia, Odessa, Mato, Hanna, Eddie, Adrian, Tony, Kano, Remy, Damien, Phillip, Celia, Melinda, Brianna, Adrian, Donald, Dr. Weinstein, Eleonora, Vincent Brandt, Sheriff, James, Rhonda, Juanita Cross, Xavier Walter, Seke, Costantino Dioli, Dassan, Liliana, Ms, Everly, Ward, Rebel, Landon, Kilian, Rendal, Phillip and I am sure I have missed someone. However, all of these characters were well played and so very believable in one way or another giving this read of werewolf's, shapeshifters, witches and sorceress such a captivating and entertaining read that will keep your attention as you are turning the pages for more.

To get all of the answers you will have to pick up "An Alpha's Captive" to find out to the above questions and so much more... like in the end will these two Gerard and Teegan get their HEA? As I said earlier I loved this paranormal romantic story and the book cover is beautiful! 

When Ash Remains By: Dena Garson

Book Description....

"A warrior with a mission
There isn’t a buffalo or deer that Kajika cannot take down. So when his cousin is slaughtered he relishes the chance to track down the killer. The trail leads him to a woman with gifts he has trouble believing in. Despite their differences he cannot fight his instinct to protect her from all threats – even those he cannot see. That drive even rivals his desire to explore every inch of her body.

A woman with a destiny
Knowing the spirits will protect her, Ahyoka allows the handsome warrior to take her to be questioned by his chief about the unexplained deaths in their village. He may not believe in her abilities but he is one of the few who doesn’t treat her like something to be feared or shunned. He awakens feelings that make her yearn for things she thought she’d never have. Her biggest fear is that once he learns the full extent of her gifts he will reject her like most of her tribe did.

A killer twisted by hurt and anger
Kajika and Ahyoka must work together to find the one responsible for the string of deaths in and around their villages. Faith, trust, and even a little bit of love will be needed to defeat the killer and right the wrongs committed in the pursuit of power and revenge.:

Title:  When Ash Remains

Authors:  Dena Garson

Publisher:  D. C.

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Five

Review:

"When Ash Remains" by Dena Garson 

My Thoughts...


What a story that will definitely takes one on a quite a journey that comes together so well as a good  'Native American' historical paranormal romance story.  This author really works her magic in giving the reader as story of Ahyoka and Kajika which their destiny that brought them together. We find Kajika is a alpha warrior who found Ahyoka who was a 'Spirit Talker' while he was on the hunt of a killer of his cousin and family. These two were very for the most part opposites but made up for it as they complimented each other in others ways. I liked how this author brings out the 'spiritual magic' to the story.  Will these two be able to track down a murderous beast to stop it from more killings? What these two could do together was truly unique in the way it was all handled. This will be quite interesting read as it is brought out so well to the reader.  It was a very good read of how these two people who comes together battling 'unforeseen forces' and oh yes I loved the lusty, steamy, and spicy heated romance.  To get the whole story and answer to many questions the reader will have to pick up 'When Ash Remains' to see how well this author presents it to the readers.  Would I recommend?
Yes, especially if you are a paranormal book lover.  

Eden's Deliverance Eden# 4 By Rhenna Morgan

Book Description....

"Fate is the life we’re given. Destiny is what we do with it.

Captured as a child and forced into slavery by the Rebellion’s leader, Brenna Haven was raised in near isolation with the utmost cruelty. She knew nothing of kindness, or compassion, until Fate orchestrated her rescue. Finally free, she wants nothing more than to return to her home. To reconnect with her human family and live a simple, quiet life. But her newfound powers demand an entirely different future. One fraught with danger, and a terrifying role in an ancient Myren prophecy.

A battle-hardened warrior and sworn bodyguard to the king, Ludan Forte wields a powerful, memory stealing gift. But his skill comes with a price. A torturous burden he’s hidden since his awakening over a hundred years ago. He never dreamed he’d find relief, let alone be tempted to forgo his vows to the king. Yet in Brenna’s sweet, beguiling presence, the weight he bears is lifted. And when her role in the prophecy threatens her life, he’ll stop at nothing to keep her safe."

Title:  Eden's Deliverance

Author:  Rhenna Morgan

Publisher:  R.M.

Series:  Eden # 4

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Five

Review:

"Eden's Deliverance" by Rhenna Morgan

My Thoughts....

It was really wonderful to read this last Eden series # 4 [with some suspense and danger] where we find  the read focused on Brenna Haven and Ludan Forte.  This author really works her magic in getting these two together,  I liked how it was done with Brenna having had such a tragic life begin kidnapped, raped  and at eight turned into a slave by Maxis...now free and then we have Ludan who seemed to have a gift that held some painful consequences [memory stealing gift], so what will become of all of this?  As these two are brought together will they be able to heal each other and finally get their HEA?  It will be quite a interesting fantasy read as we see the prophecy about Eden was coming to a head and  how this new race is created as life that had been extended to these humans. Be ready for a series with some drama, tension, love, tears, fear along with some wonderful well developed characters with  gorgeous settings and descriptions of Eden that will keep your attention.  I don't want to leave out the hot steamy sex scenes that this author brings out so well  to her readers. The reader will get a wonderful ending to a great series.  Would I recommend....YES, the hold Eden series!

Waking Eden By Rhenna Morgan

Book Description....

"The only hope for saving their race is to surrender their hearts.

With a long foretold and annoyingly vague prophecy warning of immense change for Eden, Ramsay Shantos is forced to hunt words and legends instead of rebels. For a man of action, it’s the worst kind of agony. Until he encounters a sexy librarian who bears the fated prophecy’s mark. A mark no human should possess.

Tortured by her mixed heritage, Trinity Blair has enjoyed little human touch in her life, let alone intimacy. Even the most innocent contact fills her mind with a person’s deepest, darkest secrets—except for Ramsay. Her immunity to his thoughts sparks a fragile hope that she might finally experience the passion of her Dark Spiritu brethren…unless he’s the dangerous crossroads her father predicted.

When knowledge of Eden goes viral in the human realm, Trinity is Ramsay’s only hope for quelling mass panic. Can he risk revealing the secrets of his race to the guileless ray of sunshine? Or is she the unknown source of Eden’s destruction?"


Warning: Contains one playboy warrior well-equipped with wicked words, a panty-melting grin, and well-honed moves in and out of the bedroom.

Title:  Waking Eden

Author:  Rhenna Morgan

Publisher:  R. M.

Series:  Eden Series #3

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Five

Review:

"Waking Eden" by Rhenna Morgan

My Thoughts....

This Eden series continues on and we get a well told story featuring Ramsay and Trinity.  Hopefully you have read the other two series so that you can keep up with with is going on here in Eden.  As the rebellion and prophecy is 'hanging over everyone's head that could possibly bring on a bunch of craziness that the world haven't seen before'  for the Shantos family heads.  "Waking Eden" is a fast paced and riveting read, twist and turns with plenty of suspense, world building and villainy in this story that will keep you turning to pages to see what will be happening next.  We find from this story that Trinity Blair is secretly a spiritu having the ability to touch people and to see everything about them but what will happen when she accidentally bumps into Ramsay? Has Trinity found finally found someone who is not affected by her touch?    Well, that is where this story will take off and to found out more you will have to pick up this good series to see how this author will bring it all out to the reader.  I will say we are left hanging a bit at the end of this series because there are some many issues that have not been solved.  What will happen next for Eryx, Lexi, Ramsay, Trinity, Galena, and those loyal to them as they work together to find out more about this prophecy?  I guess we'll find out in the next series Eden #4 in 'Eden's Deliverance.'

Of Beast and Bonds By: N.D. Jones

Book Description.....

"In a world of mystery and magic, sometimes old bonds must be broken before new ones can be formed. Who knew that finding one's soul mate would test bonds and unleash beasts?

Mami Wata and Oya are now free from their watery prison and ready to wage a battle five hundred years in the making. Special Agent Assefa Berber and Dr. Sanura Williams are the prophesized Cat and Fire Witch of Legend. To save the world from Mami Wata, a water goddess with a bloody thirst for power and an insatiable appetite for death and destruction, they must defeat her beasts and the Water Witch of Legend.

Assefa and Sanura are fully in love but possess only a partial mate bond. While Sanura has merged their auras, bonding Assefa's cat spirit to her, she has yet to accept his claiming bite. Their incomplete mate bond and their new relationship are tested when Mami Wata sets her malevolent eyes on them, manipulating beasts, sacrificing humans, and creating heartache. Can their bond survive, or will they drown under the vicious tide of godly might?"

Title:  Of Beasts And Bonds

Author:  N.D. Jones

Publisher:  Kuumba Publishing 

Series:  Death and Destiny # 2

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Five

Review:

"Of Beast and Bonds" by N.D. Jones

My Thoughts......

This novel  was a the second in the 'Death and Destiny' which featured.....

Special Agent Assefa Berber and Dr. Sanura Williams picks up where book one left off [from the extensive world built around Western African lore and their culture]. The readers gets a paranormal romance [darker preternatural element] that was quite complexed. in how this author presents this dramatic story to the reader.  How will this couple have a relationship and 'the fate that will fight against them?  Why wasn't this relationship not complete? What did Sanura's father have to do with that situation?  How would these two main characters deal with 'adversity, strife, betrayal, death, trials and tribulations?'  How will 'having faith, love and strength' aid these two as the deal with all that is put in front of them?  To find out all these answers to the questions and much more  you will have to pick up the well written read and see for yourself how well this author brings it all out to the reader.

Be ready for a interesting long  mythology ride as this author take you in a story full of 'strife, turmoil,  mythical depictions, murders, vivid imagery, battles, destruction's, betrayals and death.'

The characters from [Sanura, Assefa, Rashad, Makena, Mike, Mimi Wata, Omar, Greg Zareb, Omar, Sam, Stephen, Manute, Dahad, Najja, Michael, Cynthia, Eric, Rachel, Pilar, Paul] and  to name a few were well developed, strong, willed,  portrayed with imaginations that were off the chart giving the reader one good read that will definitely keep your attention to the end. This author really knows how to give the readers some interesting 'hot sexy love scenes.'  In the end will these two Assefa and Sanura [ Fire Witch and Cat of Legend] get their HEA?

If you are looking for a very strong and entertaining read [of African Mythology with some urban fantasy/paranormal romance] then you have come to the right place for "Of Beast and Bonds" will give it all to you.  

I received a copy by winning a complementary read of 'Of Beast and Bonds' and this is my honest opinion.

A Pool of Crimson By: Suzanne M. Sabol

Book Description....

"Killing vampires is easy. Trusting one will be the hardest thing Dahlia Sabin has ever done.

Dahlia has lived a lonely existence as a killer of the undead. Known as The Blushing Death to those that fear her, Dahlia uncovers a plot by Columbus’s Master Vampire, Ethan. He intends to raise a demon from the depths of hell to destroy the city, cement his power, and take control.

In her pursuit to stop a demon from manifesting, Dahlia sinks deeper into the city’s supernatural underworld and discovers that vampires are not only deadly; one in particular could be dangerous to her very soul and her heart. Patrick, the Master vampire’s second-in-command with dark penetrating eyes and a cool, deadly sophistication, can’t stay away and Dahlia can’t tell him no. There’s something that neither of them knows, Ethan wants Dahlia’s unleashed power for himself and is willing to do anything to get it.

Dahlia is in a race against time to send the demon back to hell, at war with her better judgment, trusting a dark and intriguing vampire with his own agenda, while struggling to save her own neck. As the portal to hell opens, Dahlia has only herself to rely on in order to survive, if she can …

Also be sure to check out more action with Dahlia Sabin in the second book of the series, Midnight Ash, and the third book in the series, Sliver of Silver."

Title:  A Pool of Crimson

Author:  Suzanne M. Sabol

Publisher:  Soul Mate Publishing

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Five

Review:

"A Pool of Crimson" by Suzanne M. Sabol

My Thoughts.....

"A Pool of Crimson" which was the first in The Blushing Death series was quite a attention grabber that will keep you turning the pages.  If you like werewolf's, vampires, demons, ghost, magic and spirits you have come to the right place for a good paranormal read with some even some mystery and adventure.  Be ready for a fast paced read that will take off with the heroine Dahlia who was a vampire hunter[with magical powers] after visiting a gallery feels the need to withdraw her stake.  Now why was that and what  will happen after an event happens and she finds the 'amulet?'  Dahlia is trying to discover the ring of Vampires who are running rampant around the city dropping bodies.   Well, you will have to pick up this urban fantasy to find out what that is about in this good read. I will say that Dahlia is one 'kick-butt' alpha hardcore female that had some unusual characteristics that most of the supernaturals were definitely afraid of.

Will Dahlia be able to find out why Ethan...the master vampire wants to raise 'Aheiman' a demon from hell?  Along with all of that Dahlia seems to be intrigued about the masters second in command [vampire] and also a paramedic who was a enforcer[werewolf] which will eventually  lead her into their politics and territorial wars.

 The big question for Dahlia was why were these supernaturals intrigued with her? What will happen when Dahlia find out that she is called? ...well I will stop here!  Be ready for many twist and turns that will come about in this well told story as we meet some real interesting characters [Dahlia, Jade, Danny, Patrick, Candace, Smarmy, Dominique,Ethan, Ebony Goddess] that were found to be well developed and  portrayed.  I don't want to leave out those nicknames that the heroine used that were down right funny that did bring a little humor to the read.

So, if you are looking for some vivid characters with great interactions, twist and turns, mystery, humor, danger, passion and oh yes some violence then you have come to the right place for a good dark urban fantasy read.

Wolf's Blade By: Clare Dargin

Book Description....

"Samantha Dixon rescues a wounded wolf shifter in the woods near her home … and unwittingly gets drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a murderer. Callum Blake is on the trail of an evil man who would be king of all wolfkind, no matter the cost … it’s up to Callum to stop him. How can Callum fulfill his duty to protect his pack and save the woman who is destined to be his mate? Filled with passion, action, and suspense, Wolf’s Blade is Book 1 of Clare Dargin’s new paranormal romance series, The Paladins.

Callum Blake is the lead Paladin for his pack. He is on a mission to capture Eryx Leva, a murderer who has stolen a sacred dagger that will enable him to become king of all wolfkind. Obsessed with his sworn duty to protect the knife at all costs, the last thing Callum expects is to run into his fated mate. Determined to make Eryx face pack justice, Callum believe he has no time for love or claiming a mate. But does the goddess who sent him on this important mission have plans of her own?

Samantha Dixon is alone. Her life of alienation is the result of a broken heart. When her husband died ten years ago she didn’t think she’d ever find love again. But when she rescues a fellow wolf shifter who’s close to death in the woods near her home, an act of mercy draws her into a dangerous chain of events that will change her life forever.

Now that Eryx has set his sights on Samantha, Callum is faced with the challenge of a lifetime--rescuing the woman he loves and saving all of wolf kind.

Content Notes: Intense, Extreme Violence, Non-Sexual Physical Assault, Contemporary, Paranormal, Shifters & Wolves."

Title:  Wolf's Blade

Author:  Clare Dargin

Publisher:  Liquid Silver Books

Series:  The Paladins Book 1

Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean

Rating: Five

Review:

"Wolf's Blade" by Clare Dargin

My Thoughts....

I will say I wasn't sure about this read but I am so glad I continued on only to find this one a well written Paranormal read about shifters and wolves.  This author gives the read a rather interesting concept t of 'shifters and wolves as two different species.  The heroine and hero were well developed, defined and well portrayed keeping your attention all the way to the end. To see what will happen when the hero is hunted by a ex-pack-mate who is determine  kill him and get his potential mate. Be ready for some really hot sex scenes!  You will have to pick up this interesting read "Wolf's Blade" to see how well this author brings it all out to the reader.  Since this is the first in this series I am sure this author will have some more good stories in 'The Paladins Book Series.'  Would I recommend this novel? Yes, especially if you like paranormal read involving shifters and wolves.

Thank you to the author for your gift of the read for my honest opinion of the read.

Brock's Redemption By: Eva J. Brock

Book Description...

"BROCK is by far the most powerful "Ultimate" Watcher to roam the earth. Bound by duty and love, he has spent five thousand years living in the shadows, protecting God's 'so loved' humanity from his evil demon brethren. For his faithfulness to his commission, he has been promised a "Spirit" mate, that he will find in due season. After five thousand years, of searching...he has found her, at last. Nothing and no one will keep him from claiming his woman. Not even her! JODI is a college professor who has been abandoned by her husband, family and friends. She has lost faith humanity and has no interest in establishing a new relationship. With anyone! But when she walks upon Brock, in the park, both their worlds are changed. But is that change for the better? Jodi is Brock's 'Spirit' Mate. She's the one woman whose blood promises to extinguish the fiery darts of his demon within. Nothing will keep him from claiming her. But can she risk it? Are her wounds too deep? Unknown to both of them Brock's, enemies are gathering en masse. In hopes of delivering a devastating final blow to him, Jodi becomes their number one target. Just how far will Brock go to save his "Spirit" Mate? Will he rescue her in time? What will the fallout be? Will they survive this attack and kindle the love affair of both their dreams? Their contemporary love story is fraught with new found self-worth, spirituality, sexuality, fierce bloody battles...and REDEMPTION!"

Title:  Brock's Redemption
Author:  Eva J. Brock
Publisher:  Createspace
Series:  Spirit Mate Series # 1
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"Brock's Redemption" by Eva J. Brock

My Thoughts.....

What a interesting read..a paranormal romance with a 'Arch Angels and  Trembling Demons.'  This author really gives the reader a good well written story about Brock and Jodi.  I loved how this man...Brock really knows how to take care of his woman...Jodi.  Be ready for a read that will give you some 'historical, biblical, funny, spiritual and a wonderful powerful romance.  What will happen when Fred Brock aka the watcher finds his 'Spirit Mate?' What will happen when Jodi's family turn there back on her? This was definitely a way to find ones 'Soul Mate' with a alpha male and a strong woman. The author really presents the reader with a 'love story, the fight again Good and Evil' and come humor that will have you laughing so hard.  "Brock's Redemption" will be a fast paced read where you will be turning the pages to see what was coming next. And saying that I will be ready for this author's next series 'Spirit Mate # 2 Ramiiel's Symphony # 2.'  If you  would like a good paranormal read I would definitely recommend this author's Brock's Redemption to you.

I was given this novel during the BWABC Literacy Festival on September 19, 2015 to read and give my honest opinion.  Thank you to the author for such a good read.