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Thursday, October 15, 2009

BLOOD RED ROSE: THE HUNT FOR THE ELIXIR by Midnyte Dupree

BLOOD RED ROSE: THE HUNT FOR THE ELIXIR
MIDNYTE DUPREE
Romance Vampire
Resplendence Publishers
Sensuality Rating: Garnet
ISBN#97-201-107-409-4
Number of pages: 113
$5.00
E book- Available May 2009

Rating: 5 Enchantments

After 200 years living away from his homeland, the Master Vampire Eli, was finally heading home. The task of keeping the Elixir safe from their enemies known only as the The Others. This task was given to him by his late Queen to make sure the Elixir was kept out of their enemies hands.

Rose was looking around the night club when she spotted him. As she came closer to him, Eli's heart began to beat harder, his body reacting to her being so close to him, after kissing her, his need to taste her was building in his blood, the Elixir that hung around his neck started to vibrate as hard as his heart was beating. Why would the Elixir vibrate only when she was so close? What did she have to do with the Elixir anyway? The others would try reclaim the Elixir on the way back to Rome. He would have to leave soon for Rome, but would Rose go with him? Would the others try again to reclaim the Elixir before it is reunited with the New Queen?

I truly enjoyed this book. I could not put it down. The characters are so real that you can connect to them and what they go though and why they feel the way they do. I love a great hero like Eli.
You can see how he comes to terms with his [past in order to be able to deal with his feelings for Rose. How Rose grows as a vampire because of Eli's acceptance of her in his life. I think this is a very well written book. The characters are all very well rounded and full of life. I can only hope that there will be more from Midnyte Dupree about Eli and Rose.

K.L. Bjork who also writes as Midnyte Dupree is such a wonderful writer. Her characters are wonderful written and full of life. Her website is www.midnyte-dupree.com

Barbara Weghorn
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
April 2009

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

FULL CIRCLE by I.M. CupNJava

FULL CIRCLE
I.M. CUPNJAVA
Mature Adults - GLBT/Dark Fantasy/Yaoi
Lady Aibell Press
ISBN# 1-933400-68-4
117 pages
$6.00
eBook – Available now

Rating: 4 Enchantments

Kendrick was one of the vampires left in the time after the great wars; others that survived with him lived in a small community with humans that they protected. Kendrick was hoping to build a better life for both races, knowing that his time on earth was almost over. He had spent too much time away from his covenant mate for whom he has search for over 360 years. If only he could find Byron.

Byron knew that he had live for a very long time, but could not remember why he had a long life span. Because of this he never stayed in one place for any amount of time. The only thing he could remember was waking up in the hospital tent so many years ago.

Finding Byron in the sanctuary was a God-send for Kendrick, but he knew something was wrong with Byron. Why couldn't Byron remember him? What happen that night Byron left him standing there after he left to go to stop their enemies, the Vladmires? Was it a trap for Byron and was their enemies still out there after all these centuries? Can Byron find his way back to heal him before it is too late? You will have to read the book to find out…

I enjoyed reading FULL CIRCLE by Ms. Cupnjava. She keeps her plot and sub-plots flowing in a real time and space. Ms. Cupnjava's characters are wonderful. They deal with real emotions and feelings and heartaches that any real relationship would go though. I would enjoy reading more from her.


Barbara W
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October 2007

THE EDGE by J.J. Massa

THE EDGE
J.J. MASSA
Contemporary Gay Romanctic Suspense
Linden Bay Romance
Sensuality Rating: Erotic
ISBN# 978-1-60202-058-0 (Trade Paperback)
ISBN# 978-1-60202-059-7 (eBook)
$6.99/$14.99 Print
164 pages
Available now

Rating: 5 Enchantments

Tyler Baker was hoping to start fresh with his transfer to the Philadelphia Police Force. The one thing he had hoped to leave behind - his past - seems to have followed him there. He couldn't get over the feeling that he and his partner were somehow set-up, but by who? He still doesn't know why he lived and Daryl die that night. He was still not over losing Daryl, his partner, his lover, his friend. Meeting his new partner Paytah changed that; black hair, deep brown eyes…and straight? …or was he?

Paytah wasn't too happy about taking on a new partner, especially one who comes from the elite silver spoon social statics, but he told his Lieutenant he would. Being Native American, his climb to be the decorated detective that he was came from hard work, not from social status. Could he look past those feelings he had and see the real man that Tyler was and not the rumors he had heard?

Between connecting together the murders that have happened since he arrived and dealing with his feelings about Daryl, was he ready to form a relationship with his new partner? And could his new partner fall for him? Could he find it within himself to open his heart to other man who was unsure about his own sexuality? Was there someone out there trying to kill him?

I love how Ms. Massa fills pages of THE EDGE with self discovery, true emotions, being true to yourself no matter how much your back is to the wall, and learning to trust your heart over the fears you carry inside of you. This is a wonderful book. I hope to read more from Ms. Massa very soon.

Barbara W
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
October 2007

Saturday, October 18, 2008

TIME SHIFT by Christane France

TIME SHIFT
CHRISTIANE FRANCE
Time Travel Romance
Amber Quill Press - Amber Heat
ISBN# 978-1-60272-088-6
$5.00
eBook - Available now

Rating: 5 Enchantments

Mariette Joubert was excited about going back to Paris, France for her vacation. Her family had lived there before but after she was born they moved to America. Her grandfather told her stories about Paris and about the house at La rue Charles V Street that his family owned.

When Mariette learned that the house was for sale and she had a chance to go through it, she was so overwhelmed. After opening the back door, she stood at the threshold, remembering all the stories her grandfather told her about the house. With flashlight in hand, she walked through the first floor, amazed that parts of the house were still in good shape. She moved up to the second floor, where she finds what could be a secret door. After peeling away some old wallpaper, she finds a small door that she opens. She gets the feeling she is falling down a chute...only to wake and find herself in the house in the year 1763...

Philippe de Gaspard was captivated by the young woman who didn't look like the peasant girls that were usually here at this house of pleasure; she was so lovely. After he was able to take her to a small upstairs room, she began to realize what had happened to her. Philippe was so taken with her that he bought the rights to Mariette, but Philippe can't stop thinking that there was something different about her. He knew that he didn't want to let her go, but she was like few other people he had met. Was she one of the time travelers that seem to find him? Could he help her find her way back like the others, or would she choose to stay with him?

Ms. France is a wonderful writer. I love how TIME SHIFT flows, and keeps it pace throughout the book. Every detail is wonderful. She brings to life what it might be like to time travel back to France in the 18th century. Her characters are wonderfully written and it is a wonderful story to read.

Barbara
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September 2007

NAKED DRAGON by G.A. Hauser

NAKED DRAGON
G.A. HAUSER
Contemporary Gay Erotic Romance
Linden Bay Romance
ISBN# 978-1-60202-065-8
$6.99
eBook - Available now

Rating: 5 Enchantments

Officer David Harris has been a Seattle Police Officer for three years now. So when the call went out, he knew it was another victim of a killer that came to Seattle, Washington. He met his Sarge at the apartment building, and both went in to the room. As they came out of the room, they were informed that the FBI was taking over the case and would be the lead on it. As David waited the FBI agents showed up, he noticed that one stood back from the others, he had closed eyes as if to meditated. David was fascinated by him. He didn't fit the FBI image - he had long hair, trim body, and when he opened his eyes they were brilliant blue. David couldn't stop looking at him or stop thinking about him.

Agent Robbie Taylor, FBI Psychic/Criminal Behaviorist, started working on the serial killer case in Seattle, Washington. So far this killer had killed over 22 young men and he was determined that he was going to stop him. But he never thought he would be the one captured by one of the most beautifully black men he has ever seen, Officer Harris. He couldn't believe how this man had undressed him from head to toe without ever taking his clothes off. Robbie knew David guarded his secret from the rest of the police force closely, but when they start working together, would it get out that he is David's lover, and what happens when they caught the killer, would David come to Virginia with him?

Ms. Hauser is one of the top rate writers. She brings out feelings, wants and desires. In NAKED DRAGON, she writes about finding courage from within yourself and to believe in the abilities of the one you love and care for. It has hot men, great sex, and true friends who accept you for yourself. Her writing style is clean, her plots wind around her characters with a steady pace. It is such a great pleasure to read NAKED DRGON.

Barbara W.
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
September 2007

THE KISS by G.A. Hauser

THE KISS
G.A. HAUSER
Contemporary Gay Romance
Linden Bay Romance
Sensuality Rating: Erotic
ISBN# 978-1-60202-057-3
256 pages
$6.99
eBook - Available July 2007

Rating: 5 Enchantments

Scott Epstein always wanted be in the movies, wanting to be the actor's actor... but not all things goes as he had planned. He figured by now that he would be in Hollywood but here he was, in New York and living with his sister Claire.

Claire is the co-owner of a model agency so he received a few modeling jobs but still something was missing in his life. His sister was worried about him, he needed someone in his life that would make him happy but the women he was dating were just not the right type.

Ian Sullivan came to New York from England to have a better chance of getting noticed as a model and to study acting. So when Claire Epstein called to tell him that she may have a job for him, he was ready.

After Scott meets Ian at his sister’s company, they became instant friends. So when Claire found a way for Scott and Ian to work together in a commercial, would they be game enough to share a very controversial kiss on national TV? Can Scott and Ian's new friendship be strong enough to survive a kiss or will it bring out deep hidden feelings for each other that they never knew they could have?

I love the way Ms. Hauser has written this story - she has captured the essence of self-discovery and the self-learning that love comes in many forms. THE KISS is a love story about finding your way in life, finding your heart, and finding your soulmate.

Barbara
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September 2007

PASSION OF ISIS by Madelynne Ellis

PASSION OF ISIS
MADELLYNNE ELLIS
Erotic Fiction
Black Lace/Virgin Books
ISBN# 0-352-33993-4
$7.99
Print - Available 2007

Rating: 5 Enchantments

Dr. Adie Hamilton had received her PhD in Archeology and was working on a hieroglyphic manuscript. But in her heart she wanted more, she wanted to find a piece of history, wanting a discovery of her own. After she realized that she needed more help with the manuscript she was working on, she went to her mentor's office and that is when she heard his voice - it reached in to her soul.

Adie overheard them talking about the dig site in Egypt. He was asking her mentor about anybody he knew to work on a dig site in Egypt with him and his crew. She knew she had to find a way to get on that dig but would her mentor Joe Levine approve?

Dr. Simon Killian Carmichael was a past student of Joe Levine, but when Adie approached him about recommending her for the job, he told her that he was sending some others to the dig. How was she to know about Killian's past, about how he almost destroyed his career?

Everything was riding on this dig site. He had rediscovered a tome that had one of the world's few erotic murals in it but it was missing a certain piece of fragment of the Pharaoh Horus and with one team member hurt he needed help. When Killian saw her, he knew that she was going to go with him to Egypt, but could he keep it all business with her working so closely? She had stirred something up in him that had not been there in a very long time.

PASSION OF ISIS is full of heart pounding action on and off the dig site. Ms. Ellis brings Adie, Killian and the rest of his staff to life. Each character is written with knowledge and passion that draws you in, and captures you until the very end of the book. She places you in the middle of a Pharaoh's Tome...

This book is very well written and highly recommended.

Barbara
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September 2007

THE ETERNAL KISS by Diana Castilleja

THE ETERNAL KISS
DIANA CASTILLEJA
Non-erotic Vampire Romance
Tease Publishing
ISBN# 978-1-934678-90-9/978-1-934678-41-1
231 pages
$4.99
eBook/Print - Available June 2008

Rating: 4 Enchantments

Titania Alcott loves to sing. Performing in front of twenty or twenty thousands, it didn't matter. She has a very special talent that she uses to help others in need. She has always tried to hide this fact from people, but she knew that there are those out there that are hunting her. While performing at a bar, she feels the danger in the crowd. The only thing she knows is that someone has killing on their mind...

Diego was hunting a old enemy that he has done for century. He tracked him to a bar, watching and waiting for the right moment to strike. Just as Diego was to make his move, he heard her voice. It moves through him, trapping him for all of time. He sees her on the stage, her voice moving through him. He knew at that moment his life was changed forever. He knew that he could never be without her...

With enemies closing in on Titania from both worlds, can Diego keep the love of his life safe?

Ms. Castilleja is a wonderful writer. Her characters are great! Her story is one of self-discovery, learning to trust and finding real love, no matter the cost. I really liked THE ETERNAL KISS. I hope there is a sequel because I'm hooked on her characters.

Barbara
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August 2007

BLOOD LINES: NIGHT'S JOURNEY by Mechele Amstrong

BLOOD LINES: NIGHT'S JOURNEY
MECHELE ARMSTRONG
Erotic Vampire Paranormal
Loose Id
ISBN# 978-1-59632-448-0
$7.99
eBook - Available now

Rating: 4 Enchantments

Anne Grace was not the kind of vampire that back down from her job of hunting down a rogue vampire. She tracked the rogue vampire to Richmond,Virginia. While there, Anna Grace found out that rogue vampire had been photographed in the act of killing.

Theo Billings was taking pictures of the downtown nightlife, not knowing that he just caught a vampire in the act of killing until he developed the pictures. Now Anne Grace must find the photos before the pictures are published in the news. Keeping her kind from being exposed to the world now takes first priority. Just as Anne Grace is leaving Theo's apartment with the photos in hand, Theo walks in. Getting caught was not part of the plan; can Anne Grace stop the rogue vampire's ploy and keep herself from falling for Theo?

Ms. Armstrong has a wonderful style of writing in BLOOD LINES: NIGHT'S JOURNEY. Her characters have life and purpose. When reading this book I enjoy how she blended the characters and the places she took them. I would like to read more from Ms. Armstrong.

Barbara
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
August 2007

BENEATH A CRIMSON SKY by K. Celeste Bryan

BENEATH A CRIMSON SKY
K. CELESTE BRYAN
Historical
Whiskey Creek Press
ISBN# 978-1-59374-721-3
Price: N/A (ARC)
eBook - Available 2007

Rating: 5 Enchantments

As Cambria Morgan sat on the train heading to what she hoped would be a start of a new life, she ponders on what has happened to her over the past few years. After the death of her husband, Mathias, her life to come a halt. She needed space and time to try to heal her heart. The ghost of her husband was with her every moment, every thought...

When Cade Kincannon saw her walking out of the train car they were sitting in to get some air, he notice two ruffians following her out; he knew what would happen if he didn't help. After he sent then on their way, he found out that she was going to be the new school teacher and that she was married. He knew that it would be hard to get over the thoughts of her.

After getting settled in with the Sinclair's, Cambria realizes that her thoughts and her heart are turning to Cade, but can she ever let go of the ghost of her late husband so that she could love whole-heartily again. Would Cade wait for her? Could she find the courage to let go of the ghost she carries inside her heart?

It's a very special treat when a author can take you into the depth of the heart. Ms. Bryon has done just that with BENEATH A CRIMSON SKY. You just fall in love with her characters. She brings them to life with passion, hope and an sense of self healing. She also puts you in touch with life in a small lumber town in the late 1800. This book was wonderful to read. It bought out all the emotions in me that I could want from reading a book. I hope to read more from Ms. Bryon.

Barbara
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
August 2007

Friday, October 17, 2008

TRAITOR'S MOON by Emma Wildes

TRAITOR'S MOON
EMMA WILDES
Historical Romance
Whiskey Creek Press Torrid
ISBN# 978-1-59374-968-2
$4.99
eBook - Available now

Rating: 5 Enchantments

In 1705, Scotland, traveling was dangerous. English Lady Julian and her Uncle set out from England to fulfill a marriage contract drawn up between her Uncle and Scottish Lord Kleiss.

Just a day away from meeting her betrothed, Lady Julian finds herself being dragged out of her carriage in the middle of the night.

Adain, the Leader of the Scottish Clan Cameron, was riding home when came upon a group of highway rogues pulling a woman out of her carriage. Adain rode up and dispatched the robbers only to offer his help to Lady Julian in her hour of need, only to find she has been promised to one of the most ruthless man in Scotland.

Julian has a gift that she has kept a secret. She can see and feel the thoughts of those she loves. Adain has secrets he wants to keep. Julian has only just meet Adain when she starts to see and feel his pain, drawing her to comfort him in the early morning hours... as Lord Kleiss impatiently wait for his bride to arrival. When Julian does not arrive, he sends out riders to find her, only to find out that the Leader of the Clan Cameron has her. Lord Kleiss will stop at nothing to get her back.

I would highly recommend Ms. Wildes' TRAITOR'S MOON. The characters are well written with life, honor and passion. It has a good pace, and the book and the story line had kept me turning the page to find out what was going to happen next.

Barbara
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
July 2007

IMMORTAL REVERIES by HS Kinn

IMMORTAL REVERIES
HS KINN
Erotic Fantasy
Aphrodite's Apples
ISBN# 0-9787404-4-9
$7.99
eBook - no longer available

Rating: 4 Enchantments

Professor Lyssa Titus is a woman with a past life. She is a Professor at the University and a Witch. After a meeting with a man named Alexander Bristol, she realizes that he is not a human. She is very attracted to him but knows that a relationship with him is forbidden by the witch's law, for he is a Vampire.

Lyssa realizes that her dreams of her past life with this Alexander are real and that another man from her past life is trying to kidnap her. Only by working together can Lyssa and Alexander find the love they once had for each other, and find the man who that wants Lyssa for himself.

Reading a book that jumps though time lines can leave you confused and feeling that you lost the flow of the characters. That is not the case with Ms. Kinn's IMMORTAL REVERIES. She keeps the time lines clean and flowing, and touches on all the characters life's. I enjoyed reading this book, and I would like to read more from Ms. Kinn.

Barbara
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
July 2007

DARK DESIGNS by Madelynne Ellis

DARK DESIGNS
MADELYNNE ELLIS
Erotic Fiction
Black Lace/Virgin Books
ISBN# 978-0-352-34075-4
$7.99
Paperback

Rating: 5 Enchantments

When Takeshi saw her, he knew he had to make her his. He had to get her attention somehow. He had to have her.

Remy Davis, a goth fashion designer who loves to fantasize about the men in the manga books, had just finished paying for them when a thief took off with her bag. After chasing him down, she found him in the men restroom in the park. There, Takeshi knew that if he wanted to make Remy his, he would have find a way to make her want him.

Remy invited Takeshi to her best friend's wedding. She designed the wedding party attire. She was also shooting a catalog for her business. There, she met Silk, who was just like the men she has fantasized about in the books she buys.

When Silk saw Remy, she took his breath away. The problem was, Takeshi was not about to let any man steal her away from him. Could they all find a way so that they each of them could have what they wanted, or was someone going to lose?

I found this book well written and I have enjoyed reading Ms. Ellis's DARK DESIGNS. I could not tear myself away from this book. Ms. Ellis puts you right there with her characters. Her characters are well written. They come to life as you read about them. They have emotional depth to them and you start to feel for what they are going thru.

Barbara
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
July 2007
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