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Darkest Fire
(prequel to Lords of the Underworld Series)
by Gena Showalter

So, I'm pretty sure if you follow my blog (and if you don't know, I'm telling you now) one of my favorite authors is Kresley Cole.  Well, in her last book Untouchable in a Deep Kiss of Winter, Cole raved about Gena Showalter and since I love Cole's work, I though I'd give Showalter a try.

My first impression is...WHOA!  Awesome start to the Lords of the Underworld, hook, line, and sinker!  Kadence is the goddess of Oppression, who because of her bad behavior, has been punished and is bonded to be the keeper of the Wall.  The Wall holds the worlds worst demons-  Violence, Disease, Wrath, Death, Doubt...just to name a few -in the Pit.  The Wall also has a Guardian named Geryon who is half-man-half-beast, who guards it from any attempts of escape.  On one of Kadence's inspection of the Wall, she discover a crack.  In order to protect the mortal world- and Kadence -from the demons escaping they both must venture into the Pit and destroy the Demons.

Great writing, suspense, and desire!  Tie-in to mythical lore is pretty clever as well...So now to read the next book in the series...it has something to do with Pandora's box.   Gena Showalter is now in my top 5 authors, so check out the Gena Showalter Official Website for more great books and eBooks.com for your digital copy (it's only available in digital format) of Darkest Fire.

Atlantis Unleashed
(Warriors of Poseidon, Book 3)
by Alyssa Day

Well, well, well, let's see.  Last time I left off this exciting new series- The Warriors of Poseiden in Atlantis Awakeing - there was a martyr at the end of the book named Justice.  Justice, who is half-Atlantean and half-Nereid, sacrifices himself to the vampire goddess, Anubisa, to save his half-brother, Ven and his mate, Erin (who happens to be be a gem singer, who can also heal his other half-brother's unborn baby...say that ten times.) from certain death.  This brother business was a shock to all parties involved because Justice had a geas placed on him; if he ever told anyone his secret he would go on killing rampage and deal death to all those who heard it...or...go insane.  So, before he can kill everyone, he is whisked off by Anubisa and eventually does a great Sybil, with multiple personalities and a vision of his true mate, a red-haired-green-eyed beauty named Keely.  And because of his new mind meltdown it's no surprise when the vampire goddess drops him like ton of bricks into the Void.  Oh, and Keely, who is an archeologist and also has a special talent, being able to read an objects past, while on a dig finds an exotic fish carved out of wood and is drawn to what she see's in it's past; a blue-haired warrior...(yup, that is one of Justice's features).   And, that is how Atlantis Unleashed begins.

Reading this book during Justice's mind meltdown was very realistic and Ms. Day presents a very believable few chapters of a mind breaking apart.  You get to experience what it would be like for Justice.  At first I didn't get it, because I thought my book reader got a bad copy and/or I was just hitting the back button instead of the forward button.  Silly me.   Also, I like that Keely uses her gift and has become a successful archeologist, but Keely's personality reminded me of what I don't want to be.  Stubborn to a fault.  Good thing she finds a good warrior she can use all of that stubbornness and help him with his problems.  Also, make sure you read the other books before you dive into this one it'll make the references to other characters a lot easier to understand.  Great addition to the Warriors of Poseidon, especially with all the other warrior snippets sprinkled throughout the book.  Day definitely has some interesting warrior stories in store!   Official Alyssa Day Website

Thanks Ebooks.com for giving me another digital copy!

By the Way: A Memoir of Religion, Remorse, and Redemption 
by Jaime Kay Chase

* So, I don't usually read Non-Fiction books, but my friend Jaime Kay Chase sent me a copy of her book and asked if I could review it.  Yes, I'm not professional reviewer, per say, but I love reading and giving my opinion.  So...here you go Jaime Kay! *

Jaime Kay Chase recounts a very stark account of her journey; understanding her past and her journey to her current future. Be warned, you will be drawn into Chase's world and experience her darkest secrets.  Wrapping your heart with every emotion she goes through; loss, despair, remorse, forgiveness and joy.  You will understand her and cheer right along with her when she discovers her revelation; when does life truly begin.

Chase's second book is captivating.  Chase sprinkles plenty of witty humor throughout the book but doesn't let you forget the seriousness of her story.  She will make you think and feel.  So, don't miss this memoir you'll gain more than just a good read. 

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