Vegetarian at Midnight by Sandra Sookoo

Title: Vegetarian at Midnight (sequel to The Art of Fang Shui)

Author: Sandra Sookoo

Publisher: Eirelander Publishing

Publication Date: August 6, 2010

Genre: paranormal romance

Length: 201 pages

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Author Email: sandrasookoo@yahoo.com

Rating: 4.5 Diamonds

Heat Level: spicy/sensual

Other: oral play

Reviewer: Gabrielle

Date: 9/19/10

 

Sophia wants nothing more than to hide in the shadows and work off the time that she is bound to the portal master. That is until the Xavier bounds into her life. She cannot ignore the feelings that he stirs in her but she must, Sophia’s life is already full of distractions and she cannot afford one like Xavier. 

Xavier will not be denied he must find a way to break his curse and Sophia is the one who can help. When Sophia finally agrees to help the two develop a tentative relationship. Which brings even more mayhem into Sophia’s life. Can they find the necessary tools to break Xavier’s curse and keep themselves hidden from the portal master or will Sophia loose not only her heart but her life as well?

 

This was a wonderful story full of emotion and depth. Xavier not only endears himself to Sophia but to the readers as well. He is a man of his word who wears his heart on his sleeve. Sophia is a strong woman even if she refuses to see it herself. She loves with all her heart and will do all that she can to protect those she cares for. The two play off of each other very well and make a great couple. The continuous bantering between the two is a great read. I loved seeing Sophia bloom under Xavier’s love and devotion.

 

Sandra Sookoo does a great job of immersing the reader into the magical world of this story. You find yourself entertained all the way to the end. Even laughing out loud at times. I just loved the part with Sophia and Xavier going to marriage counseling, those scenes are a hoot. As much as the main characters endear themselves to the reader all the secondary characters catch your eye as well. This is a well-written and fast paced book that should not be missed. I know that I’m already eagerly awaiting the next installment in this series.

The Zagzagel Diaries by Bryl R. Tyne

Title: The Zagzagel Diaries

Author: Bryl R. Tyne

Publisher: Untreed Reads

Publication Date:2010

Genre: GLBT Romance

Length: Short stories

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Rating: 5 Diamonds

Heat Level: Sensual

Other: GLBT

Reviewer: Sky & Valerie Mann

Date: 10/10/10

Forsaken: A high rooftop, a concrete courtyard, a young man in utter despair and Zagzagel, a guardian angel. How to stop disaster from happening, how to show that even in the lowest points there is hope? ~Reviewed by Sky

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Denial: A woman has put herself in the world’s oldest profession, unable to accept herself, alone, sad, craving touch and love. Can her guardian angel show her life doesn’t have to be sad and solitary—and degrading?

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Desperate: Zagzagel’s got his hands full again. This time around, his charge is having to deal with an overly-religious father, fears of going to Hell and his growing attraction to his roommate. ~Reviewed by Valerie

In the light of recent homophobic events, Desperate particularly resonated with me. Though there is a lot of humor injected into this story (who knew angels could have allergies or erogenous zones?), the gravity of the subject matter isn’t lost. Nick is in love with his roommate Cody, but refuses to acknowledge his feelings due to strict upbringing and indoctrination at the hands of a loony-tunes father. His desperation is palpable as he decides how he’s going to deal with his attraction for Cody. Fortunately, he's got a guardian angel who knows exactly what to say and do to allow Nick to deal with his issues and find comfort and happiness in his decision. ~Reviewed by Valerie

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In all of three of these tales, Bryl Tyne shows us his typical, extraordinary insight into the hearts of people who long for acceptance and love in their lives. And injects a note of hope and caring in the form of the guardian angel, Zagzagel, who is willing to break a few of Big Papa’s rules to get the job done. These tales will touch the heart of any reader.

Truth of Fire: Within the Circle Book 1 by Abby Wood

Title:  Truth of Fire: Within the Circle Book 1

Author:  Abby Wood

Publisher:  Breathless Press

Publication Date:  2010

ISBN:  978-1-926771-75-5

Genre:  Paranormal

Length:  13 pages

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Rating: 3.5 Diamonds

Heat Level: Spicy

Other: Oral play

Reviewer: S. K. Fero

Date: 10-9-10

Triplet sisters, witches, wish for men to love during the magical time of October.

Carly Jacobson desperately wants a man to love and yet she is shy and worries that it won’t happen. When she and her sisters cast a spell, asking for men to love them by Halloween, she is skeptical.

Max Cortega owns the flower shop where Carly works and shows up suddenly to learn more about his business. But all that he really wants is Carly.

The idea behind the story line was good, but I feel this story was far too rushed. The characters had the potential of being interesting and yet we didn’t get to know them.

Taking Chance by L. Shannon

Title: Taking Chance (Collection)

Author: L. Shannon

Publisher: Changeling Press

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-60521-309-5

Genre: Paranormal/Demons

Length: Novella

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Rating: 5 Diamonds

Heat Level: Erotic

Other: m/m, male ménage

Reviewer: S. K. Fero

Date: 9-22-10

Can I say hot, hot, hot to begin with? I will. This collection of stories about a human who has pushed so close in his life to being sent to hell by a fire demon, only to fall in love with the demon, is wonderful. And the demon…Chance is a great character you won’t want to miss enjoying. A seriously hot, keeper!

Snowbound: A Snowball’s Chance

This was a quick, hot introduction to “last chance” demon, Chance, and a human, Josh. Trapped in a snow cave, Josh is sure he will die and then Chance shows up. Josh receives an offer to keep from going to Hell he can’t refuse: satisfy the demon’s lust. Considering how sexually hot the demon is…not a hardship.

Heat Stroke: Second Chance

Chance can’t forget Josh and Josh dreams of Chance as well. Two unlikely lovers continue with their hot, hot relationship. But can they really have happiness together?

Gingersnaps: Another Chance

Christmas and Chance…Josh can’t imagine anything better. And then his ex, Brandon, shows up and complicates everything. His ex wants him to choose between giving him another try at a relationship or the demon. A choice between the man who broke his heart and the demon who saved his soul. So unfair, he wants both.

Games of Chance

After a year together as lovers, Chance knows Josh wants and needs more than just him. His ex is on his mind and in his heart. If Chance can bring Brandon back into Josh’s life, will there still be a future for he and Josh as well?

Chance of a Lifetime

The anniversary celebration planned by Chance and Josh separately goes awry unexpectedly. But when it finally comes together…oh my!

Mating Season: Imperial Command by Anne Kane

Title: Mating Season: Imperial Command

Author: Anne Kane

Publisher: Changeling Press

Publication Date: 2010

ISBN: 978-1-60521-330-9

Genre: Futuristic/Shapeshifters

Length: Short Novella

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Rating: 4 Diamonds

Heat Level: Spicy

Other: na

Reviewer: S. K. Fero

Date: 9-21-10

Sometimes you meet that special one when you’ve given up hope of ever doing so.

Gregory Anatolia is an Imperial were-panther who grew tired of the politics of living in the city among humans and shifters. He created his lair in the jungle and gave up dreams of having a bond-mate and kits. And then…

Danika is an Imperial were-panther who is determined to choose her own mate, to make her own life the way she wants it. She leaves her home when her mother tries to sell her into a marriage she doesn’t want to a human. The man only wants her for breeding purposes and to strengthen his bloodline. She wants the were-panther who rescues her from a flitter-craft wreck. Well, maybe she does. He is awful bossy…

This is a short story, but the characters are sassy, bossy, and enjoyable. There are even a couple of villains to detest. If you want a quick, hot read involving shapeshifters, you will like this story.

Z and the Fire Wolf by Tina Holland

Title:  Z and the Fire Wolf

Author:  Tina Holland

Publisher:  Liquid Silver Books

Publication Date:  2010

ISBN:  978-1-59578-710-1

Genre:  Paranormal

Length:  Short Novella

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Author Email:  tina-holland@hotmail.com

Rating: 4.5 Diamonds

Heat Level: Spicy

Other:  Oral

Reviewer:  S. K. Fero

Date: 9-25-10

Princess Tierra is a witch, werewolf and a phoenix, a truly fiery combination and much in demand. Her life gets complicated when a skin-walker steals her and wants her powers. But when a mercenary arrives to take her back, her life gets even more complicated.

Maximillian Z is an abomination according to those who created him in a lab, experiment on him, and now hunt him after he escaped. He believes he can never have a real relationship with anyone because of what he is and so works as a mercenary. But when he is hired to bring Tierra back to her coven, she turns his life and his beliefs upside down.

An interesting cast of characters, some unique conflicts, and a spicy romance…a wonderful read.

Sweet Release by Carrie Pulkinen

Title: Sweet Release

Author: Carrie Pulkinen
Publisher: Breathless Press
Publication Date: October 8, 2010

ISBN: 978-1-926771-85-4
Genre: Paranormal, Erotic romance
Length: 35 pages

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Author email: carrie.pulkinen@hotmail.com

Rating: 5 Diamonds

Heat Level: Spicy

Other: Oral

Reviewer: Cassandra Parker

Date: October 2, 2010

Miranda is having the worst day; she’s been laid off, dumped by her boyfriend and hit by a bus. Luckily for Miranda Andre, the EMT she’s been flirting with for the past 6 months, is also a half-demon with the power to heal and manages to save her life. Unfortunately saving Miranda involves some infusion of Andre’s blood. Will Miranda be able to cope with what she has become or be able to fully accept Andre for who he is?

I really enjoyed this story. The characters already have some previous acquaintance so their relationship flows very easily. I really loved Andre and Miranda. They adapted to their situations very well and have some pretty hot encounters. I heavily recommend this story, it’s very well written and a quick read.