Curse of the Beast

by

Ashley Lavering

Ebook provided by Author

Synopsis: A dark shadow stalks the night, watching her—waiting to claim what is his.

Seventeen-year-old Tayla Jonas longs for a simple life, but after a traumatizing family loss, she is forced to be both mother and sister to her cousins while caring for her mentally unstable aunt. Moving to her grandma’s quiet town of Cody, Wyoming, Tayla finds some normalcy with her quirky green activist friend, Chel, who spends no time converting her to vegetarianism.

A few weeks into her new school, Tayla catches the eye of Kyle Harrington—the high school quarterback and resident millionaire—who can seduce any girl with his charismatic charm, including Tayla. But Kyle is anything but what he seems.

Walking through City Park, Tayla is unaware that an ancient curse has her in its crosshairs. The silver moonlight illuminates the path to her van, sprinkling shadows like evil twinkling eyes. Tayla’s skin prickles, and she turns. Something—or someone—is watching her.

A powerful werewolf steps from the shadows. An iridescent blue chord shoots from him and slams into her stomach, dissolving instantly. Pain wracks her body, and she tries to scramble to safety, but his silver eyes freeze her in place as the curse binds them together. The chord settles deep inside her body, coiling with dread around her heart.

Dismayed by the prospect of a werewolf for a shadow, Tayla fears for the safety of her friends and family. How will she keep the werewolf’s insatiable hunger in check? Her plans for a vegetarian lifestyle quickly dwindle away, and Tayla wrestles to fit her frazzled life back together—piece by piece. But what she didn’t expect was her attraction to the werewolf or the power of the full moon.

Will Tayla be strong enough to survive the Curse of the Beast? Or will it consume her like so many before? Find out in the first installment of this unique retelling of Beauty and the Beast.

Review:

Curse of the Beast is a very modern version of the classic Beauty and the Beast story. Ashley has told a wonderful yet different story with this novel and I truly enjoyed reading it.

Ashley kept my attention from beginning to end and I didn't want to put it down. I was enthralled by the story and it kept me on the edge of my seat. There is a perfect mix of paranormal and romance in the novel. Ashley did a great job with it.

• Don't forget to check out the other blogs participating in the tour! There are more excellent reviews, giveaways, Author Interviews, and Character Interviews! List is below.

Curse of the Beast  

 Blog Tour Schedule:

July
Friday, 27th—Amber’s Supernatural and YA Reviews

• Book Review and Giveaway of a free ebook, a deck of Curse of the Beast playing cards, and a swag bag

Saturday, 28th— Jagged Edge Reviews

• Author Interview

Sunday, 29th—I am a Reader, not a Writer

• Giveaway of a Signed Paperback copy of Curse of the Beast and swag bag

Monday, 30th—Intoxicated by Books

• Book Review

Tuesday, 31st— Blkosiner's Book Blog

• Author Interview and Giveaway of a free ebook, a deck of Curse of the Beast playing cards, and a swag bag

August
Wednesday, 1st—Enchanted Writings

• Character Interview

Thursday, 2nd—The Stubby Pencil

• Book Review and free ebook

Friday, 3rd—The Non Reluctant Reader

• Author Interview and Giveaway a free ebook

Saturday, 4th— Why not? Because I said so!

• Book Review

Sunday, 5th—Creative Thoughts

• Giveaway of a Signed Paperback copy of Curse of the Beast and swag bag

Monday, 6th—Epilogue

• Character interview and Short except from Star Cursed book 2

Tuesday, 7th—Debbie’s Inkspectations

• Author Interview

Wednesday, 8th—Once Upon a Twilight

• Book Review and giveaway

Thursday, 9th—A Dreamland Teenage Fantasy

• Book Review and Giveaway a free ebook.

Friday, 10th—Fire Star Books

• Author Interview and Giveaway a free ebook and a swag bag.

Saturday, 11—Read Between the Lines

• Book Review and Giveaway of a free ebook, a deck of Curse of the Beast playing cards, and a swag bag.

Cemetery Moon by Beth Gualda

Cemetery Moon

by 

Beth Gualda

Print copy provided by author for review. 

Synopsis:

Mya Cotton has always believed in angels, but following the death of her beloved father, she now thinks they're all pretty useless. Her devoted and determined guardian is hoping to change all that--especially after Mya unwittingly succumbs to the seduction of his dark, fallen rival.

Review:

First of all, I LOVE the cover! It is absolutely breathtaking! I admit, I fell in love with the book before even reading the synopsis just because the cover is so enticing. 

The story did not let me down either. Beth Gualda is a great story teller and she does a wonderful job making me feel like I actually know her characters. Through most of the story it felt like I was right there with Mya because the descriptions are so in depth. I am completely enthralled by the story and can't wait to read book 2!

Initiation by Imogen Rose

Initiation by Imogen Rose

Synopsis: 

Set in the foothills of the alpine mountains in St.Moritz, this exclusive private school caters to a special kind of student. Enter at your own risk... but if you are human, you may not want to enter at all.

WARNING: This YA story is set in a school for paranormals who are very different from normal human teens. Thus, the language and some scenes might not be appropriate for younger YA readers. Recommended for those sixteen and above.


INITIATION is the first book in the prequel series (Bonfire Academy) of the Bonfire Chronicles.


Review:


I was asked to review book 2 of this series for a tour and of course I had to read book 1 first so I bought it! I am so glad I got the request for this tour because this is an amazing series! The first book grabbed me from the very first chapter! I could not put it down. I finished this book in a little over a day and it is 399 pages! This would normally take me 3-4 days to read. 


Imogen Rose does an amazing job telling the story, and although some scenes are a little "out there" even for the paranormal she absolutely kept my attention fully. I loved the story and I love the way she told it. I will be starting book 2 shortly and my review will be part of the tour in Aug and Sept. 

Ever Shade by Alexia Purdy

Ever Shade by Alexia Purdy

Synopsis: 

Ever Shade is a dark twist on faeries. For Shade, a chance meeting with a powerful Teleen faery warrior who wields electrical currents and blue fires along his skin-has her joining him on a treacherous mission for the good Seelie Faerie Court across the land of Faerie. Magic and malice abound and nothing is what it really seems to be.

Review:

This book was recommended to me by a dear friend who's opinion I absolutely trust. I expected a good story just because she said it was good and I was not let down in the least! The story that Alexia began in this book is absolutely enthralling. I loved every minute of it and can't wait to read book 2, which I already have on my kindle :)! 

However, I did find grammatical errors throughout the book that were rather confusing at times but I was still able to enjoy the book thoroughly. I am giving this book 4 glasses because of the errors but with the right editing it could EASILY jump to 5 glasses!

Gabi Stevens

                                                               

The Wish List 

Tor Books

May 2010

Synopsis:

When Kristin Montgomery discovers her three aunts are fairy godmothers and she's next in line for the job, her uncomplicated life disappears like magic. No, not like magic; it is magic. Kristin not only has to deal with burgeoning magical powers, but also a reluctant arbiter, a selfish sprite, and a suave French sorcerer. It’s bad enough there are no books or classes she can take to learn magic, but someone is out to take over the Arcani world. Kristin has to trust her heart and her instincts to keep herself and the ones she loves out of danger.

ISBN-10: 0765365030

ISBN-13: 978-0765365033

As You Wish

Tor Books

April 2011

Synopsis:

Regina Scott, known as Reggie, has made a successful life for herself despite her lack of magical powers. She is content to live out her life as a Groundling until the outgoing fairy godmothers tell her she’s the second new replacement. In the space of a few days, she faces a curse, a plot to overthrow the Arcani world, and an entirely too enthusiastic mother. And she doesn’t know which will be the most difficult to deal with. Can Reggie balance trust, magic, and danger and still find the happiness she deserves?
ISBN-10: 0765365049
ISBN-13: 978-0765365040

Wishful Thinking

Tor Books 

March 2012

Synopsis:

Free-spirit Stormy Jones-Smythe lives in a loving community of artists, but when she is chosen as the third fairy godmother, the Arcani world forces its boundaries and expectations on her. Luckily even a rigid and strict bodyguard can’t contain her exuberance.
Stormy is the final facet of the Power of Three. Together with the first two godmothers, Stormy has to face the biggest threat the Arcani have seen since the time of Merlin. Maybe she can rescue a bit of happiness for herself too. If she survives.

My Review:

I had never read books about fairy godmothers before aside of Cinderella. I must admit that I wasn't sure I would like these. After reading the first book I decided to wait until I finished all of them to write my review. Mainly because I didn't want to stop reading the story! I absolutely love these books. Gabi is a wonderfully author and she did a spectacular job on these novels. The story is different (which is awesome) and it is also very well written. I am honored that Gabi thought I was worthy of reviewing these wonderful books. 

Blogoversary Celebration Day 19

Today is a very special day for me! Today is the actual birthday of Intoxicated by Books! The giveaway for today will include lots of  prizes pictured below.

(book is an omnibus of the first 3 Sookie Stackhouse books and it is SIGNED by Charlaine Harris)

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 18

Today one of favorite authors, Gracen Miller, is offering a pdf copy of her novels Madison's Life Lessons, Fairy Casanova, and Elfin Blood as well as a swag pack!

One Ecopy of Dark Spell by Elizabeth Mueller via smashwords! 

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 17

Today the WONDERFUL Bonnie Lee Elliot is offering one Ebook of each of her novels! There are  13 of them! 

(sorry no picture)

And an Ebook of Gastien! 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 16

Today I am offering 4 Ebooks by Ednah Walters! These are the 4 books of The Fitzgerald Series that have been released!

Ednah is one of my favorite adult romance authors and if you haven't read her books I strongly recommend them! 

(guardian legacy books not included in this giveaway)

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 15

Today I am offering an Ebook of Breathless by Scott Prussing! 

An Ebook of Reign of Blood by Alexia Purdy! 

One Ecopy of Dark Spell by Elizabeth Mueller via smashwords! 

An Ebook of Bread of Fools by Duncan McGonall!

An Ebook of Sleep Walkers by Jackie O'Dierno!

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 14

Today I am offering an Ebook of Bread of Fools by Duncan McGonall!

An Ebook of Sleep Stalkers by Jackie O'Dierno!

A MISC swag pack! (sorry no picture)!

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 13

Today I am offering an Ebook of Reign of Blood by Alexia Purdy! 

A swag pack from Gracen Miller (author of The Road to Hell Series)!

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 12

Today I am offering an Ebook of Sleep Stalkers by Jackie O'Dierno! 

A swag pack from Gracen Miller! Author of The Road to Hell Series! (sorry no picture) 

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 11

Today I am offering an Ebook of Sleep Stalkers by Jackie O'Dierno! 

One Ebook of Reign of Blood by Alexia Purdy!

And one Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 10

Today I am offering an Ebook of Curse of the Beast by Ashley Lavering!

One Ecopy of Dark Spell by Elizabeth Mueller via smashwords! 

And an Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 9

Today I am offering an Ebook of Bread of Fools by Duncan McGonall! 

Also one Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 8

Today I am offering one Ebook of Breathless by Scott Prussing! 

Also one Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 7

Today I am offering one Ebook of each of Ella James' four books! (Stained, Stolen, Before You Go, and Here)

Also one Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Blogoversary Celebration Day 6

Today I have One Ebook of Night Walker by Lisa Kessler!

One Ebook of Creatura by Nely Cab!

And one Ebook of Gastien by Caddy Rowland!

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