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Blog Tour, Review & Giveaway: Lethal Lies (Blood Brothers #2) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, May 15, 2017 1:14 PM

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: LETHAL LIES

Author: Rebecca Zanetti

Series: Blood Brothers, #2

On Sale: May 16, 2017

Publisher: Forever

Trade Paperback: $14.99 USD

eBook: $5.99 USD

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“Zanetti’s stories are always woven with vivid detail and a breakneck pace. As a reader, there’s really no time to draw a peaceful breath until the story ends. Lethal Lies is another winner.” –Heroes & Heartbreakers on LETHAL LIES

“Zanetti balances the adventure and menace of Zara and Ryker's lives with a relatable romance. The result is a story that's sexy and emotional, and filled with a rich look at love in all its forms.” —The Washington Post on DEADLY SILENCE

“Budget your time, readers, because this is one that's hard to put down.” — Heroes & Heartbreakers on DEADLY SILENCE

A deadly secret can't stay buried forever . . .
Revenge. It's the only thing that will help Anya Best sleep at night. The serial killer who murdered her sister is on the loose, and Anya will stop at nothing to put him behind bars—even use herself as bait to lure him out of hiding. But she can't do this alone.
Private investigator Heath Jones's job is to bring bastards to justice. This time it's personal. He knew the Copper Killer's latest victim so when her sister asks for his help, he's all in. But when Anya uses the media to taunt the killer, she exposes Heath's identity, putting them both in jeopardy. Now, secrets buried long ago are coming to light and the forces determined to destroy him are watching Heath's every move, waiting to exact their own revenge. And they'll use anything and anyone to get to Heath.

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THE BLOOD BROTHERS SERIES

DEADLY SILENCE, #1

LETHAL LIES, #2

TWISTED TRUTHS, #3

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Review

5 Stars!!!

The second book in the Blood Brothers series is already out!!!

Anya is a professor of criminal psychology but when she finds herself the target of a serial killer, she goes to the only person she trusts to help her, her sister. When her sister, an FBI agent is taken and murdered, Anya blames herself for her death as she I the one who put her in the Copper Killer’s path. But when Anya meets Heath, a private investigator who was supposedly helping her sister with the case, she makes an impulse choice that could ruined them all.

Heath did not expect Anya to provoke the killer and drag him into a fake relationship, but the damage has been done. With their identities exposed, the brothers are now vulnerable. The people after them won’t hesitate to capture or even worse kill them and those they love. The brothers will have to find the killer and elude their enemies in order to survive.

Lethal Lies was an incredible addition to the series. Somewhere between their efforts to find the killer and evade their enemies, Heath and Anya’s relationship develops and what started as a bait to lure the Copper Killer, turns into something real. I loved the way that Zanetti combined the action, suspense and mystery with the romantic aspect of the book. We also get to see the Grey brothers in action *throws confetti* a pretty short scene but a definitely satisfying one. I wish we get to see some more of them before the series ends.

I’m super excited for Denver and Noni’s book, Twisted Truths (out in November), especially after the little hint at the end of this book. I can’t wait for it!!!

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About the Author

Rebecca Zanetti is the author of over twenty-five romantic suspense, dark paranormal, and contemporary romances, and her books have appeared multiple times on the New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestseller lists. She has received a Publisher's Weekly Starred Review for Wicked Edge, Romantic Times Reviewer Choice Nominations for Forgotten Sins and Sweet Revenge, and RT Top Picks for several of her novels. She lives in the wilds of the Pacific Northwest with her own alpha hero, two kids, a couple of dogs, a crazy cat...and a huge extended family. She believes strongly in luck, karma, and working her butt off...and she thinks one of the best things about being an author, unlike the lawyer she used to be, is that she can let the crazy out.

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Teaser Blitz: LETHAL LIES by Rebecca Zanetti!!!

Posted on Thursday, April 20, 2017 5:37 PM

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: LETHAL LIES
Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Series: Blood Brothers, #2
On Sale: May 16, 2017
Publisher: Forever
Trade Paperback: $14.99 USD
eBook: $5.99 USD
Add to Goodreads

“4 1/2 stars! Top pick! This is a true thriller that will keep readers frantically flipping the pages as death and danger come at the protagonists from several directions. Zanetti's brilliance at storytelling is on full display...When it comes to high-octane thrillers, they don't get better than Zanetti!” —RT Book Reviews on LETHAL LIES

“Zanetti balances the adventure and menace of Zara and Ryker's lives with a relatable romance. The result is a story that's sexy and emotional, and filled with a rich look at love in all its forms.” —The Washington Post on DEADLY SILENCE

“Budget your time, readers, because this is one that's hard to put down.” —HeroesandHeartbreakers.com on DEADLY SILENCE

A deadly secret can't stay buried forever . . .
Revenge. It's the only thing that will help Anya Best sleep at night. The serial killer who murdered her sister is on the loose, and Anya will stop at nothing to put him behind bars—even use herself as bait to lure him out of hiding. But she can't do this alone.

Private investigator Heath Jones's job is to bring bastards to justice. This time it's personal. He knew the Copper Killer's latest victim so when her sister asks for his help, he's all in. But when Anya uses the media to taunt the killer, she exposes Heath's identity, putting them both in jeopardy. Now, secrets buried long ago are coming to light and the forces determined to destroy him are watching Heath's every move, waiting to exact their own revenge. And they'll use anything and anyone to get to Heath.

EXCERPT

“All the more reason to get you out of town,” Heath said quietly.
She shook her head. “No. I’m staying.” Her words were brave, but her chest hurt. No way could she deal with a serial killer all on her own. She could train every day for the rest of her life and not end up as practiced or as deadly as Heath already was, and she knew it. “I understand you have other cases and people after you. So leave, and I’ll handle this myself.”
“Those are big words, baby,” he said softly.
Her lip quivered, and she bit down on it. “I know. I promised her, Heath. It’s all I have left to give to her.”
He paused, understanding crossing his expression. “Ah, sweetheart. Your sister wouldn’t want that for you.” His voice turned velvety and soft. Soothing.
Anya nodded. “I know. But she was my sister. We shared blood and part of a childhood. She took me trick-or-treating when I was five, and it’s one of my best memories. Then when I needed help as an adult, she didn’t hesitate. She came to me right away, like family. She was the first person I really cared about in far too long, and it hurts like hell that I got her killed.”
He breathed out, the emotion in his eyes deepening.
She swallowed. “I have to do this for her. Either you understand that or you don’t.”
“Why don’t you just let us handle it?”
She pressed her point. “I could, but you need me. I’m the bait.” Inwardly, she winced at the description. That wouldn’t help her to convince him. “Also, here’s the deal. This could be a long op. At some point, you have to leave and deal with whatever is haunting you from your past. When you do, I’ll just challenge him again, and next time you won’t be around to assist.”
“That’s extortion,” Heath said, amusement curving his lip.
She grinned. “Apparently I’m getting quite good at it.”
Heath shook his head. “You’re putting me in an untenable position, baby.”
“No, I’m not.” She shrugged out of his hold. Finally. “I’m not yours to protect, Heath. We’re not together, and we’re not responsible for each other.” The words sliced through her even as she said them. “You’ve been more than clear on that score.”
“There’s something here, Anya. Maybe something real and lasting, if I get everything done I need to do.”
She blinked. “What’s that?”
“The less you know the better. Believe me.”
“What a bunch of bullshit. Go back to your ‘This is fake’ proclamation,” she all but yelled. “Your position is one of work . . . and this is just work.”
His chin lifted. “You think this is just work?” The tone—low and filled with tension—zinged through her body.
Her legs trembled with the urge to take a step back. “Yes.”
“Want me to prove otherwise?” His eyes darkened to the color of the sky right before midnight hit.
As a threat, as a warning, it was damn good. But she’d gone too far to give in now. “You can’t.” Yeah, she’d just waved a red flag in front of a bull.
He didn’t move a muscle. His focus on her was so absolute, she wanted to squirm. “You’re into challenging dangerous men these days, aren’t you?”
She kept her stance. “You’re not all that dangerous, Heath.”
His smile stole her breath. Then he moved. Faster than she could track, he had her by the armpits and up in the air as he carried her toward the bedroom with such speed that her legs automatically wound around to clasp his rib cage. By the time she sucked in air to protest, her butt was on the bed, and he was flattening himself over her.
She struggled, her body on fire, fighting the urge to laugh out loud.
His mouth crushed hers, and she stilled.
Heat.
Fire.
True danger.
He held nothing back, kissing her hard, pressing her head into the comforter. His tongue worked hers, his powerful body plastered against hers, and his hands dug into her hair to hold her in place. Desire spun so quickly into need she couldn’t breathe, even when he wasn’t controlling her mouth.
She shifted against him, closing her eyes to kiss him back. This was what she’d wanted. All of this.
He nipped her lip, soothing the slight pain with another kiss. Then he traced along her jawline, kissing and nipping, finally reaching her earlobe, where he bit.
She arched against him, letting out a soft sigh.
“Anya.” His fingers tangled in her hair, and erotic pain tingled down her scalp. One of his strong arms slid around her waist and then down. His palm spread across her butt, and he ground her against his hard cock.
Pleasure swamped her, and mini explosions flew through her sex. The idea passed, somewhat fleetingly, that he wasn’t playing. Not at all.
Yet she couldn’t stop herself. Her knees widened, and she rubbed against him. “This feels real,” she whispered.

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Book Blitz, Review & Giveaway: Deadly Silence (Blood Brothers #1) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, October 3, 2016 2:35 PM

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Under siege. That's how Ryker Jones feels. The Lost Bastards Investigative Agency he opened up with his blood brothers has lost a client in a brutal way. The past he can't outrun is resurfacing, threatening to drag him down in the undertow. And the beautiful woman he's been trying to keep at arm's length is in danger...and he'll destroy anything and anyone to keep her safe.
Paralegal Zara Remington is in over her head. She's making risky moves at work by day and indulging in an affair with a darkly dangerous PI by night. There's a lot Ryker isn't telling her and the more she uncovers, the less she wants to know. But when all hell breaks loose, Ryker may be the only one to save her. If his past doesn't catch up to them first...

Review

This was FREAKING fantastic!

I’m a HUGE fan of the Sin Brothers series and even though I loved Total Surrender, the last book in the series, Jory’s book, I’m SUPER excited to say that it’s not over! Blood Brothers, Zanetti’s new series, is a spin off series to the Sin Brothers series and introduces a trio of brothers who are trying to survive while looking for answers.

Ryker and his brothers find the lost. When the law firm that Zara works for hires their services, Zara never expects to develop a relationship for Ryker. Yet, two months later, Ryker and Zara are still trying to understand where they stand when Ryker’s past comes back to haunt them.

Deadly Silence was freaking BRILLIANT!! *throws confetti*

Everything was amazing - the action, the suspense, the R-O-M-A-N-C-E, Ryker’s brothers, the Dean Brothers and some new and old characters! Zanetti is a GENIOUS! The brilliance of the plot will blow you away! There are some twists in the story and some HUGE surprises so be prepared! I’m not going to spoil anything but do you remember Chance, Wade and Kyle (the brothers that Piper and Jory rescue in Total Surrender)?! Well, we are not done with them yet!

The book had a lot going on and I do admit that I was a bit confused at one point but everything makes sense in the end. The blood brothers have their own missions and battles to fight but they are not alone! We get to catch up with the Dean brothers *Squee* and the whole family actually! Of course, despite all the action and missions in the book, Zara and Ryker remain the main focus and let me tell you, Zanetti does not disappoint!

Deadly Silence was perfect! Even though it is not a cliffhanger, the brothers do have unfinished business to take care of and I can’t wait for that! So, who’s next? Will it be Denver (and possible Noni?) or Heath?

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Excerpt

Heat from his body washed over her, but she lifted her head to meet his gaze. “We don’t have a relationship.”

He smiled then, and the curve of his lips held more determination than amusement. “I’m not letting you run, and I’m certainly not letting you hide, baby. Although neither of us has been in this for the long haul, I’m staying in Wyoming for the moment. The first thing that’s going to happen is I’m going to figure out who dared put a hand on you and make sure it doesn’t happen again.”

For the first time, she saw a side of him that gave her true pause. In the long haul, he’d be unbearably possessive. Why did that give her an intriguing sense of safety? “Knock it off,” she snapped in his face. “Get out of my business.”

That quickly, she found her back against the door and her front pinned by hard male. His hands planted on either side of her neck, his thumbs at her jaw, forcing her to look at him. “Something you need to understand and pretty damn quick is that your business is my business right now.” His thumb swept up and over the offensive bruise on her face.

“Step back.” Her voice trembled.

He ignored the very calm order. “No. You don’t want to tell me who did this? Fine. I’ll find out on my own, and I’ll have the name by the time I pick you up for supper. What you don’t want to do is deal with him or his case until I have that name. Kicking him in the balls might’ve just pissed him off more, and now you’ve let a bully stew on it for a while, which might be dangerous for you. Got it?”

“You have no right to interfere,” she whispered.

“Baby, I’ve been fuckin’ you for months. That gives me every right.” Anger glowed dark in his eyes.

“We’re done. Get out.”

His eyes softened. “You shouldn’t make statements you can’t back up.”

She shoved against his ripped abs.

He didn’t move a millimeter.

And then he did.

His head dipped, and his mouth found her neck and wandered up to her ear. His teeth scraped, and then his tongue licked the slight wound.

Of its own volition, her body did a full tremble.

He leaned back. “That.”

Her mind fuzzed.

His mouth slammed down on hers. She knew his kiss—often dreamed about it. Not soft and sweet . . . not even lustful. It was dangerous. From day one, she’d tasted danger on his tongue, and it burned her hotter than she’d ever been.

Never had she dated a bad boy, but after living her desired routine-driven life for years, she’d craved adventure, and he filled that need. He drew out a wildness she hadn’t realized she possessed.

He held her flush against the door, kissing her hard, sending a craving along her nerves that almost hurt. His tongue went to work, his left hand keeping her jaw open for him. His right hand found her hip and dragged her against the obvious bulge in his jeans. By the time he released her, she’d stopped thinking completely.

“What time are you finished today?” he asked, his breath heating her face.

“Fi-five,” she stuttered.

He leaned back and gently put her to the side. “Stay in the office until I come for you at five, Zara.” He ran his thumb across her bottom lip. “Cross me on this, baby, and I ain’t gonna be gentle.” He had already shut the door behind himself before she could take a whole breath.

She blinked several times, her fingers going to her still-tingling mouth. What had just happened?

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ARC Review: Shadow Falling (The Scorpius Syndrome #2) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, August 8, 2016 3:23 PM

Title: Shadow Falling
Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Series: The Scorpius Syndrome #2

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Before the Scorpius Syndrome tore through North America and nearly wiped out the population, Vivienne Kennedy was the FBI’s best profiler. The bacteria got her anyway. But she survived. She recovered. And when she woke up from a drug-nightmare of captivity, her skills as a hunter of men had gone from merely brilliant to full-on uncanny. Her mysterious rescuer wants her to put them to the test. But no matter how tempting he is, with his angel’s eyes and devil’s tongue, Vinnie knows she shouldn’t trust him.
If the FBI were still around they would rate Raze Shadow as one of the bad guys. His military training can’t wipe out his association with the Mercenaries, the most feared gang in a thousand miles. His loyalties are compromised. He won’t even tell Vinnie his real name. But there’s no FBI in the new America of fear and firepower, only instinct and risk.

And the way his arms wrap around Vinnie tells its own story. Whatever else Raze is concealing, he can’t hide his desire . . .

Shadow Falling was A-W-E-S-O-M-E!

The book begins some weeks after the ending of Mercury Striking! Vivienne -aka Vinnie- is struggling to adjust, her nightmares and hallucinations surely do not help her situation. Fortunately, there’s something -someone – who does! Raze Shadow may be Vinnie’s savior but the man is far from a hero, not when he has his own agenda and especially not when his agenda goes against everything Jax Mercury stands for!

There were so many things going on this book! It was insanely good! We have Raze, who has his own agenda. Vinnie, who is trying to remain sane while at the same time trying to fit in this new society. Jax, who is facing some serious inner territory issues while also facing bigger threats from the surrounding gangs and the President himself. Lynn, who is struggling to come up with a cure without a proper lab. The President who is preoccupied with reorganizing the army while looking for opportunities to capture Lynn and Vinnie and so on! The book definitely offers variety!

I adored Raze! He was everything I thought he would be and he definitely lived up to my expectations! I actually really like all of the major characters so far, including those introduced in this book! I’m definitely looking forward to reading the next book in the series, Justice Ascending, Tace and Sami’s book, especially considering Sami’s real identity! I’m also very excited to see what’s going on between Maureen and Greyson, they can deny it all they want but there’s definitely something going on with them and it’s definitely going to be scorching HOT!

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Sofia T.

ARC Review: Wicked Burn (Realm Enforcers #3) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 12:23 PM

Title: Wicked Burn
Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Series: Realm Enforcers #3

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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Includes the brand new Dark Protectors novella, 'Talen'!

Simone Brightston knows she can beat the rap her enemies are pinning on her. An Irish witch is nobody's fool, and she didn't get to her position on the high council without serious power. But her cousins want her to hide out—and they somehow convinced her arch nemesis to play getaway driver.
Of all the men she's known, Nikolaj Veis is the hardest to intimidate. With his demon-dark eyes and his inscrutable beauty, he's as desirable as he is dangerous. And he knows better than to underestimate Simone. So when he pulls up on a roaring bike and tells her to climb on or fight it out, she grabs a handful of jacket and holds on tight. Running from the law may not be the smartest plan. But when it comes to Nick, hot pursuit and a blazing fast ride are exactly what Simone's looking for . . .

OMG! Holy cow!

Ever since the Dark Protectors series and ever since we got introduced to the infamous powerful witch Simon Brightston and Nikolaj Veis, a demon who also happens to be Zane’s right hand, I knew I wanted to read their story!

What we know: Simone and Nick used to be together but something happened to force them apart and they are now each other’s nemesis. Their history will blow you away. Just WOW! I never saw that coming. Simone and Nick were always meant to be together and even though circumstances forced them apart, they can now enjoy “forever” together. If only things were that simple. Simone is not ready to forgive or forget the demon who broke her heart, his betrayal still hurts her but she would rather die before she admits that!

Circumstances forced them apart and circumstances will bring them together. As a member of coven 9, the high council of the witches, Simone is known by all and not quite loved by all. When damning evidence turns up against her and the council demands her death, Nick will be there to save her even if she does not want to be saved!

Wicked Burn was full of twists and surprises and non-stop action and romance and lots of hot sex scenes! This is the book, were the supernatural world as we know it, will change! There are some HUGE surprises! Even the end, while not a cliffhanger, will leave you at the edge of your seat!

The secondary characters, I just loved! We get to see lots of scenes with Bear *look at for him*, Adam and Alexandra’s sister Victoria, some other couples and, of course, Zane makes an appearance or two! I’s totally obsessed with this book! The highlight of the whole book: there is a bonus story featuring Cara and Talen, the first couple we meet in the Dark Protector series.

I’m really hoping that Adam and Victoria are next! I kind of already see them together, especially with their chemistry!

I really can’t wait for the next book, Wicked Kiss!

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Sofia T.

Review: Mercury Striking (The Scorpius Syndrome #1) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, February 1, 2016 11:59 AM

Title: Mercury Striking
Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Series: The Scorpius Syndrome #1

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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With nothing but rumors to lead her, Lynn Harmony has trekked across a nightmare landscape to find one man—a mysterious, damaged legend who protects the weak and leads the strong. He’s more than muscle and firepower—and in post-plague L.A., he’s her only hope. As the one woman who could cure the disease, Lynn is the single most volatile—and vulnerable—creature in this new and ruthless world. But face to face with Jax Mercury…
Danger has never looked quite so delicious…

Beyond A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!! Freaking MIND BLOWING!!!!

A completely new mind blowing series by Rebecca Zanetti! Zanetti has become one of my must-read authors. Her books are super awesome and it’s getting harder and harder to choose a favorite.

Although Mercury Striking is the first book in the Scorpius Syndrome series, there is a prequel novella, Scorpius Rising, that I’d definitely recommend reading before this one. I’m one of those readers who always read series in their order and I wasn’t disappointed. I loved Scorpius Rising as much as I loved Mercury Striking. However, you do not have to read the prequel if you don’t want to. The author does a pretty good job explaining everything in this book as well.

Lynne Harmony, ex director of the Infectious diseases division of the CDC, lives in a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles. After a bacteria wipes out most of the population, the survivors have no idea who to trust. Those who survive the virus are either been turned into Rippers, pure murderers, or recover with enhanced abilities. Lynne worked around the clock to develop a cure and though she has made some progress she didn’t manage to find one. Unfortunately, along the way she got infected but survived and she’s now on the run. She is still searching for a cure and in particular for a scientific facility that may contain information about the cure. Her search leads her to Los Angeles and straight into Jax Mercury’s region.

Jax Mercury’s life has been hard. Growing up on the streets may have been tough but it shaped Jax and helped him become a soldier in the Special Forces. Jax didn’t ask for his role as a leader of the survivors’ camp in the heart of LA but he will do anything to protect his people. With their supplies running out and no cure, Jaz struggles to find hope for his people. Until Lynne surrenders herself to him. Jax knows that she’s being hunted and it’s not safe to trust her with his people but if there is anyone who can find a cure that’s Lynne and he will do anything to get his hands on that cure.

Mercury striking was a mind blowing book. I don’t how Zanetti always manages to combine the amazing action, the suspense and the romance so well. It worked so great here. Lynne and Jax’s attraction is there from their first encounter. They have been alone for so long and being together that being together make them feel alive again. Jax and Lynne’s journey to find a cure is filled with the violence that comes with living in a post-apocalyptic world, betrayals and loss. Living in a world where you are forced to kill or be killed isn’t easy, especially when you have a whole bunch of people to protect. I loved that Jax doesn’t pretend to be a hero! He’s doing his best to fight and protect his people but there are only so much a person can do.

This was an incredible book. Zanetti has created a realistic post-apocalyptic world with equally realistic characters who struggle to make everything work and I really liked that. Life is hard and unfair and you can either choose to accept that or do something about it. Jax chooses the latter (total badass!!!)!

I really can’t wait to read Raze’s book! He was an enigma and the end didn’t really help. I have so many questions about him and I’m really looking forward for some answers!

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Sofia T.

ARC Review: On the Hunt by Alexandra Ivy, Rebecca Zanetti, Dianne Duvall, Hannah Jayne

Posted on Friday, August 21, 2015 12:57 PM

Title: On the Hunt
Authors: Alexandra Ivy, Rebecca Zanetti, Dianne Duvall, Hannah Jayne
Series: (The Sentinels #2.5, The Scorpius Syndrome #0.5, Immortal Guardians #5.5, Underworld Detection Agency #6.5)

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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Four of today’s most intriguing paranormal authors entice readers deep into the shadows, where vampires, immortals, and other supernatural creatures heat up the night...

ON THE HUNT by Alexandra IvyMika Tanner has loved Bailey Morrell, a beautiful Healer, since childhood. But his duty as a Sentinel, a supernatural guardian of an ancient race, clashed with her rebellious spirit. Now a dangerous new anarchist group not only threatens life as they know it—but any chance of their being together again...
SCORPIUS RISING by Rebecca ZanettiWhile searching for a meteorite, Nora Mendina is arrested by her sheriff ex-husband—who's only gotten hotter than the Nevada desert since she last saw him. When the meteorite breaks open, the few survivors gain extraordinary powers, unleashing a crazed super genius killer. Can Nora and her ex stop the murders…while igniting a new love affair?
PHANTOM EMBRACE by Dianne DuvallImmortal Yuri Sokolov was born with the ability to see spirits, yet he's never seen one as lovely as Cat Seddon, the woman who haunts his home and his dreams. But amid their star-crossed love, a new danger may have Yuri facing a different kind of eternity.
STAKE OUT by Hannah JayneVampire fashion designer Nina LaShay has a lot on her plate—just two days until fashion week and the model who was flirting with her photographer boyfriend is now a corpse in her studio. But when dead turns into undead and dangerous, Nina must find out who’s responsible…before the beautiful baby vamp takes too many bites out of the Big Apple.

Just when you think that books can’t get any better, you get an anthology by 4 mind-blowing authors.

On The Hunt by Alexandra Ivy
We are taken into the Sentinels world where Mika Tanner, a hunter is tasked with solving a sudden disappearance of an apprentice. Fortunately for him, Bailey Morrell, his childhood friend and ex lover, may know more than she thinks. As a healer, Bailey sees more than she should and unfortunately for them, if they want to answers, they will have to work together to get them.

Although it was a short-ish story, On the Hunt didn’t disappoint. It was action packed, suspenseful, romantic, with an off the charts chemistry and many twists.

Mika and Bailey were incredible characters. They were total opposites with different beliefs about their kind which is what tore them apart in the first place. Mika wants to do his duty while Bailey is a free spirit. What a pair!

Scorpius Rising by Rebecca Zanetti
I was so very excited to read this particular story. Scorpius Rising is the prequel to Zanetti’s brand new series, Scorpius Syndrome and I really can’t wait for Mercury Striking, the first book (Jan 2016)

In case you don’t know, the Scorpius Syndrome series is a dystopian one so in this book we get to see how the world ends.

Nora Mendina is the best scientist in her field. When she’s called in a case she knows that she will need help to find a cure for this foreign virus. A virus that could very well be our end.

What is more chocking is the fact that it’s her ex-husband, Deke who brought her in to help. Nora will do anything to find a cure for the virus while Deke will fight for what they used to have. Nora and Deke were such a dynamic couple. I loved the way they worked together and how easily but steadily they came together once again.

The nightmare isn’t over yet. This is just the beginning and I loved it. I can’t wait for more.

Phantom embrace by Dianne Duvall
This is part of the Immortal Guardians series and tells the story of Yuri, an Immortal with the ability to see spirits and Cat Seddon, an unusual spirit.

Yuri knows to ignore the spirits he sees or else they find an opportunity to torment him. So when he sees the amiable spirit in David’s house, he can’t understand why Seth doesn’t banish it from the house until he finds out the truth.

Cat is Bastien’s dead sister. She was brutally murdered by her husband who tricked Bastien into believing that Roland killed her. Cat has nowhere to go but stay besides her brother. So when Yuri notices her, Cat is relieved that she has finally found someone to talk to but at the same time she’s anxious. She hasn’t talked with anyone for a very long time but with Yuri everything is different.

I think this was the most special story in the book. Don’t get me wrong, I loved all four stories but Phantom Embrace had a bittersweet HEA!

Stake out by Hannah Jayne

Hannah Jayne is the only new author for me in the anthology. I was a bit skeptic before reading her story but as soon as I read it I understood why she was part of this anthology: she ROCKS!

Nina LaShay is the best vampire fashion designer in New York. She is preparing for the fashion show when her model is attacked and turned into a vampire. With the help of her boyfriends and her nephews, Nina will have to find out who is attacking models and turns them before it’s too late.

Stake out was so much fun. I loved the suspense and all the action. I didn’t really connect with Nina but I loved her boyfriend and her nephews!

On the hunt was so much fun to read. It was an incredible, breathtaking and simply beautiful compilation of four mind-blowing stories.

*ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

Sofia T.

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY #50 Mercury Striking (The Scorpius Syndrome #1) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 4:43 PM

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine and is where we can talk about books we are looking forward to being released.

Title: Mercury Striking

Author: Rebecca Zanetti

Series: The Scorpius Syndrome #1

Expected publication: January 26th 2016

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With nothing but rumors to lead her, Lynn Harmony has trekked across a nightmare landscape to find one man—a mysterious, damaged legend who protects the weak and leads the strong. He’s more than muscle and firepower—and in post-plague L.A., he’s her only hope. As the one woman who could cure the disease, Lynn is the single most volatile—and vulnerable—creature in this new and ruthless world. But face to face with Jax Mercury…
Danger has never looked quite so delicious…

What are you waiting on Wednesday???

Sofia T.

ARC Review: Wicked Ride (Realm Enforcers #1) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, June 22, 2015 12:51 PM

Title: Wicked Ride
Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Series: Realm Enforcers #1

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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If you love the Dark Protectors, these wicked hot Realm Enforcers are for you!
Alexandra Monzelle is a hard-fighting, heat-packing Seattle vice cop, and she’s not much interested in being protected. Her short skirt and sex-kitten heels are tools to lure her suspects into talking about the deadly new drug hitting the streets. She can take care of herself and then some. Unfortunately, she can’t seem to get that through to Kellach Dunne.
Kellach is a fresh import from Dublin, and he’s landed at the heart of a vicious motorcycle club that deals in guns, narcotics, and mayhem. He’s all male, all rough power—and all interference in her damn investigation. Maybe he’s one of the good guys. Maybe not. Lex knows an affair with an immortal like him would risk everything. No matter how delicious he looks…

“I’ve lived lifetimes, Alexandra, and I don’t think I’ve ever wanted a woman this much”

Wicked ride is the first book in Rebecca Zanetti’s new series Realm Enforcers. This is basically a spin off from Dark Protectors series. Before reading wicked ride I hadn’t even read the first book of the Dark protectors series. Now, I’m on Hunted, the third book.

Alexandra Monzell is a sexy, serious badass Seattle cop who is perfectly capable of looking after herself. Enter Kellach Dunne. Travelling all the way from Ireland to Seattle, Kellach is on a mission. A new drug is on the streets of Seattle and it’s lethal. Alex thinks that Kellach is involved in the distribution of Apollo, the drug as he has joined the local motorcycle club known for its illegal activity. The cops want the drug off the streets and Alex will do anything to discover the truth.

I had no idea this was a paranormal book. I really really liked that. Kellach was so damn hot, arrogant and strong. He is a witch, which was really funny because there is a scene where Alex finds out what he is and she can’t believe it because she thinks that witches are only females. Kellach was real fun to have around. I loved him but there were times that he was very over protective and Alex didn’t like that at all.

Alex was such a strong heroine. She would do anything for her mother and sister and she did. She was taking care of her mother and thus denied herself the comforts she could have. Truth be told she was a bi tiring at times with her “issues” but it was easy to overlook.

What I also loved were the secondary characters. I loved Kellach’s brothers so much and especially Daire and Adam, there was another witch, Simone who was very powerful and of course the mysterious Nicholaj Veis. Simone and Nic had a thing in the past but something happened and they are no longer an item. I really want to read their story. The tension between them was exploding! Victoria, Alex’s sister was an incredible and funny character as well.

I have no idea who is next but I really can’t wait to see. In Wicked Ride we also get to read an excerpt of Zanetti’s new post-apocalyptic book called the Scorpius Syndrome. If the book is anything like the expert we got then it’s going to be AMAZING. I’m really excited!

Fast paced, full of action, suspense, humor, a hot sexy hero and an independent heroine, lots of sexy witches and other paranormals, you can’t not read Wicked Ride.

Highly recommended!

*ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

Sofia T.

Review: Total Surrender (Sin Brothers #4) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Monday, March 23, 2015 1:31 PM

Title: Total Surrender
Author: Rebecca Zanetti
Series: Sin Brothers #4

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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A fight he must win...Piper Oliver knows she can't trust him. They warned her that the tall, dark, and sexy black-ops soldier Jory Dean would try to win her over with his steel-gray eyes and deadly charm, but she won't be conned by this man they call a traitor. All she has to do is figure out the science necessary to save his life, and she's done. Something isn't adding up, though, and she won't rest until she uncovers the truth-even if it's buried in his deep, dangerous kiss.
A passion she can't resist...Jory will do anything to reunite with and save his brothers-even kidnap the gorgeous woman who's working to deactivate the deadly chip in their spines. But the forces determined to destroy his family won't let them go so easily. Keeping Piper alive is more than he bargained for-and so is his burning desire for her. But with every second bringing him closer to certain death, can he afford to lose himself in her hot and willing embrace?

“I love you, Piper. All of you. The smart, the sweet, the lost. Everything you are and whoever you’ll eventually become.”

The story of the Dean Brothers has come to an end. A long awaited one! The final battle won’t be easy but nothing ever was for the brothers.

Created and trained by the Commander to be the perfect soldiers: merciless with heightened senses and special abilities, the only thing they ever wanted was their freedom. Five years ago, they managed to escape the Commander and burn down the facility in which they were held but at what cost?!

Shane, Matt and Nate have all found their HEAs maybe it’s Jory’s time to find his.

Total surrender tells the story of the youngest brother Jory who was presumed dead. Turns out that after a mission gone wrong, the Commander managed to recapture him. Now, two years later, Jory has finally regained his strength and has only one goal: save his brothers.

Piper isn’t a hero but she’s definitely intelligent. As one of the best hackers, Piper’s job is to repair Jory’s killing chip. The killing chips are devices that were put near the spines of each brother, as a means to control them and that will kill them if they aren’t deactivated by the right code. Piper has been warned not to trust Jory. She considers him a traitor of his country. If only she knew the truth!

Jory considers telling her the truth. He wants to trust her with his past but he knows better than that. The truth will get her killed. Their relationship is off the charts from the beginning.

They may not trust each other but they can’t deny what they feel.

Jory sees her as a way to escape but Piper’s motives are more personal. So, when things spin out of control and the traitor’s words make more sense, her choice isn’t hard to make.

Wow! The romance, the action, the suspense, the Dean Brothers all in one book. The romance between Piper and Jory builds up gradually but the passion is there from the beginning. Jory is a professional when it comes to seduction and with Piper he can’t but use his best moves. They were such an incredibly adorable and strong couple.

“I’m the hero of my own damn story, Jory Dean. Protect me all you want, but this once, I’m needed with you. War or not”

I think this book was the one with the most action. Being the last book in the series, I definitely expected more action and I wasn’t disappointed at all. There were many twists and turns, many surprises, many unexpected scenes and many incredible characters. Each book tells the story of a different brother but we always get to see how the others are doing. Total surrender was no different. We get to see Shane and Josie, Matt and Laney, Nate and Audrey and many new characters. We get some scenes from their POVs too.

I know that this is supposed to be the last book in the series but I hope there are more. I don’t want to spoil anything but there are some new characters, very connected to the Dean brothers, who need their stories.

You shouldn’t miss this one! Fast paced, full of action, suspense and romance, total surrender captivated me.

Highly recommended!

*ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

Sofia T.

WAITING ON WEDNESDAY #29 Total Surrender (Sin Brothers #4) by Rebecca Zanetti

Posted on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 5:12 PM

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill at Breaking The Spine and is where we can talk about books we are looking forward to being released.

Title: Total Surrender

Author: Rebecca Zanetti

Series: Sin Brothers #4

Expected publication: March 31st 2015

Goodreads

A fight he must win...
Piper Oliver knows she can't trust him. They warned her that the tall, dark, and sexy black-ops soldier Jory Dean would try to win her over with his steel-gray eyes and deadly charm, but she won't be conned by this man they call a traitor. All she has to do is figure out the science necessary to save his life, and she's done. Something isn't adding up, though, and she won't rest until she uncovers the truth-even if it's buried in his deep, dangerous kiss.
A passion she can't resist...
Jory will do anything to reunite with and save his brothers-even kidnap the gorgeous woman who's working to deactivate the deadly chip in their spines. But the forces determined to destroy his family won't let them go so easily. Keeping Piper alive is more than he bargained for-and so is his burning desire for her. But with every second bringing him closer to certain death, can he afford to lose himself in her hot and willing embrace?

What are you waiting on Wednesday???

Sofia T.