Summon the Wind by Abby Wood

Title: Summon the Wind

Author: Abby Wood

Publisher: Breathless Press

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-926771-77-9

Genre: Paranormal, Erotica

Length: 23 pages

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Author Email: msabbywood@gmail.com

Rating:  3 Diamonds

Heat Level: Erotic

Other:  Oral

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: October 12, 2010

Alexis and her sisters have cast a spell to find their true loves. Carly and Bonnie have already found their loves and now its Alexis’s turn. Alexis is all about control and that is something she can’t maintain with a male witch. Unfortunately for Alexis that’s who the Goddess picks out for her, in the form of a childhood friend, Lance. Will Lance be able to convince Alexis that they are destined to be together and that he didn’t interfere with her spell?

This story was the best attempt at a story but still didn’t do enough to be a compelling story. The couple had a previous history which was interesting but there wasn’t time for anything to develop. This entire series is under 70 pages and it shows. I love Abby Wood but I wish she would have developed these more.

Fairy Tail by Courtney Bee

Title: Fairy Tail

Author: Courtney Bee

Publisher: Phaze

Publication Date: 2006

ISBN: 978-1-59426-580-8

Genre: Paranormal

Length: 13 pages

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Author Email buzzedbee2007@yahoo.com

Rating: 4 Diamonds

Heat Level: Spicy

Other:  Oral

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: October 16, 2010

Adam has heard many tales about the seductive leader of the fairy thieves for many years and is prepared when he encounters her. However, when a falcon tries to take off with her Adam can’t help but intervene and saves her life. Although only grudgingly appreciated Adam’s assistance is rewarded in its own way because everyone knows if you capture a fairy they grant you a wish.  

This was a cute little story with some fun plot points. The author did a good job with this story. It was very well written and it’s worth a read. I only wish there was more.

Insatiable by Marie March

Title: Insatiable

Author: Marie March

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-60435-741-7

Genre: Erotica, Paranormal

Length: 48 pages

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Rating:  4  Diamonds   

Heat Level: Erotic

Other:  Oral, Anal, F/F, Voyeurism

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: October 15, 2010

Following a glimmering trail in the forest, Cavyn, a centuries old vampire, discovers a creature that he only knew through legend, a nymphomaniac. Loveday a Nymphomaniac in service to the House of Triune is forced to pay tribute to Medb on Beltane by participating in sexual revelry with any male she encounters, climaxing in Medb's name. Loveday hates having to succumb to the wills of her body during Beltane but she must to remain among her kind. Loveday enlists Cavyn to become her lover during Beltane but will he be able to get her what she truly wants, her freedom.

This was a very sexy story with some pretty dark moments. I liked the concept of this story. It was something different and the characters were well crafted. There was a little bit of plot but this story was mostly the relationship between Cavyn and Loveday, or and his nest mate Priscilla, but for that part you’ll just have to read it. Overall a very hot, intense read; I enjoyed it.

Seduction of the Fae by Raquel Taylor

Title: Seduction of the Fae

Author: Raquel Taylor

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-60435-735-6

Genre: Erotic, Fantasy

Length: 246 pages

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Rating:  2 Diamonds     

Heat Level: Erotic

Other:  Oral, Anal, BDSM, Multiple Partners, M/M, F/F, Voyeurism

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: October 15, 2010

Ever since her husband purchased Rousseau Manor Saphira Morgan has spent her days observing the paintings of the faeries in the house and crafting her own versions. The faeries have provided Saphira the escape she needed after her husband’s affair. Even though he is trying to reconnect Saphira can’t separate herself from the faeries and doesn’t know if she wants to try. One night in the manor Saphira is attacked and the faeries help her escape into their realm, but what will become of her there?

Ransom Morgan has noticed the increase in the distance between him and Saphira but doesn’t know how to mend the damage. When Saphira doesn’t come home one night Ransom goes looking for her and is terrified when he sees the signs of struggle in the manor. Ransom also encounters the faeries but his greeting is not a welcome one like Saphira’s, he’s a prisoner. Surrounded by an unfamiliar world and separate from each other will Ransom and Saphira survive what the faeries have planned for them or succumb to their spell.

This story is all over the place and although the main characters are confused and lost, I didn’t really want to be while reading this story. Nothing is really known about any of the characters and only very small background pieces on the main characters are revealed. Also the author used multiple perspectives in this story, shifting from character to character but there is no real connection to any of them. The relationship(s) in this story are not really romantic and the story is mostly a sex fest between all the characters. The setting is very unique but not explained very well. I liked the concepts that this story started with but the follow through was disappointing. I don’t recommend this one.

Three of Hearts by Elena Croft

Title: Three of Hearts

Author: Elena Croft

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-60435-743-1

Genre: Erotic, Paranormal

Length: 72 pages

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Rating:  3 Diamonds      

Heat Level: Erotic

Other: Oral, Ménage

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker        

Date: October 15, 2010

Leslie Maple is a shifter who has burned out in her current relationship. Although she is living with her human boyfriend and he is considering marriage, Leslie doesn’t feel the same connection. Having exhausted mating possibilities in the nearby colonies Leslie decides to visit a friend of her mother’s in Canada to look for a potential mate there.

Leslie’s mother’s friend, Sharon works fast and has her nephew in tow when they meet Leslie at the airport. Leslie is immediately struck with her attraction to Sebastian and can’t believe that she found someone that easily. There’s just one problem, Sebastian has a twin brother, Castor, and Leslie feels called to him as well. Which is her true mate and with a vengeful ex on her tail will she have the time to find out?

This story had a lot of potential to something really special but wasn’t really given enough space to work in. I really liked all the characters and found the kind of shifters that Leslie and the boys are interesting and different. However, everything has to move so fast in this story and as understanding and loving as the heroes are, the relationship still felt rushed. I really liked getting to see the different perspectives of the characters but wish more about life in these colonies, their practices and lifestyle, had been explored. I would have enjoyed the story more. It was still a pretty good story and worth a read but it could have done so much more.

Wake of the Siren by Nancy O'Berry

Title: Wake of the Siren

Author: Nancy O’ Berry    

Publisher: Red Rose Publishing

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-60435-752-3

Genre: Paranormal

Length: 122 pages

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Author Website http://www.nancyoberry.com/

Author Email yesitsromance@yahoo.com

Rating:  4 Diamonds

Heat Level: Sensual

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: September 23, 2010

On trial for the attempted murder of her sister’s true love King Neptune’s youngest daughter, Nadine doesn’t have a lot of options left. Her salvation comes in the form of Oceanus the Grand Inquisitor who looks every one of his 900 years. Oceanus offers Nadine marriage to save her life.

Oceanus has been cursed by a Sea Hag for scorning her love and as punishment is given the appearance of a very old man. Oceanus’s only hope for redemption is the kiss of his true love. Can Nadine ever fall for one such as he and break the spell? Or is Oceanus doomed to remain bound to the sea hag?

At first glance this is an interesting story. It portrays a completely different world under the sea with its own hierarchies and laws and has all the details necessary to immerse the reader in the author’s world. What’s off putting in the beginning of the story is the attitude of the heroine. However, I struggled through the initial dislike of her and eventually she became a character I enjoyed. Oceanus is a noble hero from the beginning, especially in his willingness to take on Nadine. The terms of his curse makes his sacrifices even more touching. The pacing of the story is at times a little slow but overall I consider this a good read. If you enjoy fairy tales this one is for you. Beauty and the Beast and the Little Mermaid all rolled into one with a few twists thrown in for good measure. This is the second in Nancy O’Berry’s Neptune’s Daughters series and having not read the first of the series I’m interested in to how that would have changed my reading of this story but overall this book also works as a stand alone. 

Demon Heart by Nicole Dennis

Title: Demon Heart

Author: Nicole Dennis

Publisher: Breathless Press

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-926771-90-8

Genre: Paranormal

Length: 63 pages

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Author Email:  nicoledennis.author@gmail.com

Rating:  5 Diamonds

Heat Level: Erotic

Other:  Oral

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: October 5, 2010

Passing by a new mystic shop in town, Constance spots a beautiful ruby necklace that changes her life. She is one of the few who sees the inner fire in the jewel, and can release the demon that resides within the stone...a fire demon who will become her sex slave and take care of all of her needs.

Aramir has been cursed to the stone for four thousand years, serving many different mistresses, but he has never met anyone like Constance. She treats him like a man, not a slave. Is she the one he needs to break the curse?

I found this story a great surprise. The characters are incredibly endearing and just an utter delight. Aramir’s bafflement over Constance’s behavior made me really feel for what he must have experienced. This read also has a good level of heat along with an interesting plot. I enjoyed the climax of this piece and found the end still had some unexpected elements. Overall a really great read and well worth your time.