Book Review: Sky Raiders by Michelle Diener

Rating: 5 Stars

This is my first time reading a book by Michelle Diener and she certainly didn't disappoint. I was really hooked with this page-turner of a story from the very beginning. There really wasn't a dull moment in the story. It picked up right in the thick of the plot but there is enough retelling of the back story to ensure you understand the whole picture.

I found myself really rooting for Taya; her story is truly a joy to read and I was longing for the chapters to be longer. Taya is an ordinary girl having a strong inner resolve to stand up for what's right. Eventually, beyond anyone's expectation, she would rise above everyone and be the unlikely key to their freedom. This is one of those books where you truly are rooting for the good people, who also happen to be the underdogs, to triumph over evil.

Garek on the other hand is a man on a mission; someone willing to risk everything and willing to take down anyone who stands in his way to get to the girl he loves. Together with Taya, they form a formidable team. Ms Diener writes their romance very delicately, and you can really feel the chemistry and the connection between the two. Great job!

All in all, I truly enjoyed reading this. For those looking for a good read, this one is highly recommended.

About the Book

Series: Sky Raiders (Book 1)
Genre: Romance, Sci-Fi and Fantasy

When the people of Barit first saw the silver glint of sky craft, they felt awe. Then awe turned to fear. And they found a name for the mysterious newcomers. Sky raiders.

Garek's one year of duty as a guard walking the walls of Garamundo was extended to two when the sky raiders appeared. Two long years away from home and his lover, Taya. When he finally returns, the town is empty. While Garek was protecting Garamundo, the sky raiders were taking their victims from his hometown.

Taya can't bear looking into the night sky. All she can see is Barit, her home planet. Impossibly, the sky raiders have brought her and their other victims to Shadow, the planet that shadows her own, and looking up makes her aware of everything she's lost. Garek is out there somewhere. She knows he'll look, but he'll never find her.

She and the other captives have to find a way to escape. Without the food and clothes the sky raiders bring them from their raids on Barit, they'll starve on the almost barren wastes of Shadow. And when they've given the sky raiders enough of what they want, that's exactly what the sky raiders will leave them to do.

What Taya doesn't realize is she'll have some help with her plan. Because Garek isn't giving up on finding her. And he's even more resourceful than she could ever have imagined.

Nothing is going to keep him from Taya. Not even space itself.

New Release + Giveaway: Time of the Draig by Lisa Dawn Wadler

When fate and passion collide,
only love will save the Time of the Draig

TIME OF THE DRAIG

Lisa Dawn Wadler

Series: Draig Series # 2
Genre: Romance, Time Travel, Science Fiction Romance, Scottish Romance
Publisher: Soul Mate Publishing
Publication Date: June 2016

Add to Goodreads

In an attempt to save the world from destruction, physicist Major Samantha Sykes, opens a door in time. Her plan to travel into the past to change the future has unexpected consequences. Trapped in 11th century Scotland, her mission is complicated by the love she never knew she was seeking.

Laird Faolan of the Draig clan has one desire: to claim the woman who fell through time and make her his. He will do everything in his power to convince Samantha that she belongs with him for all time.

Opening the door in time brings Samantha and Faolan together. Fate, destiny, and responsibility are at odds. The forces that brought them together may be their undoing.

Will their love survive Samantha’s journey back to her world to save time, or will the centuries that stretch between them tear them apart?

I have truly loved every moment of this tale and would definitely(sic) recommend this to anyone who loves reading time travel romance!
- Kakina Te Aute, Goodreads Reviewer

The book deserves every star I gave it. It is a fantastic book. I couldn't put the book down.
- Beverly Nasworthy, Goodreads Reviewer

What a great ride. Fast paced and unexpected characters join to take you from a horrible future to a historical past filled with love and hope for a new future. I cried, laughed and marveled at the complexity of this story.
- Deborah Bealer, Goodreads Reviewer

Purchase Links

Available at Amazon.com

Other Books by the Author

Don't miss the other books in The Draig Series by Lisa Dawn Wadler.

The Draig's Woman Series Draig Series # 1 (Note: The series is meant to be read and understood as stand alone novels.) Add to Goodreads Ian, Laird of the Draig clan, craves the woman who saved his life and spent one night in his arms. He knows that she fell through time to be his. But fate is against them. Will she accept being his woman while he marries another? Buy Link: Amazon

Giveaway

WIN

Prizes up for grabs:
$15 Amazon Gift Card
3 Kindle (eBook) copies of Time of the Draig

Contest runs from April 1 - 3, 2017.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

About Lisa Dawn Wadler

Lisa began writing after reading yet another romance novel where the heroine needed a man to rescue her from physical harm. While a firm believer in the strong alpha-male hero in any story, she wondered what would happen if that hero met a woman who was able to take care of herself physically. Using her several years of Tae Kwon Do training and mixing in time travel, her multi-award winning debut novel, The Draig’s Woman was born.

Lisa lives in the Chicago suburbs and is married to her high school sweetheart. They have two children and one very spoiled dog.

Connect with Lisa Dawn Wadler on social media:

Facebook | Twitter

---

In partnership with

Review: Hiding by Katherine McDermott

A nice read sprinkled with great action!
Rating: 4 Stars
Available at: Amazon

I was drawn to this book from the blurb in anticipation of an action packed story, as depicted in the blurb. As it turned out, Hiding provides enough mystery, thrills and chase, balanced with traditional sweet romance in a nice, serene and romantic French backdrop. The story revolves around Teresa, opening with a look at what caused her to seek recluse in faraway Paris -- being physically abused by her boyfriend Alex. Starting a new life, she meets Serge, who slowly and patiently show her how to trust in guys and love again. But life is not so simple and Alex eventually tracks her down. The story culminates in a thrilling chase to stop Alex from killing Teresa. I like how the story builds up -- on the one hand, we get to see how deranged and delusional one can get in stalking someone. On the other hand, we get to witness how love can grow and blossom between two people, no matter how painful a person's past can be. And interspersed throughout the book are nice, refreshing details giving us a glimpse of how life in Paris could be like (not just the usual few days and places tourists normally visit). One aspect I believe could be improved on is on Alex's character development. For example, I am not sure what kind of background he has to be stalking Teresa to the point where he's willing to kill just to get her back. Sure, he felt he had been double crossed, but there has to be something more in his character to seek such kind of revenge. Overall, this one is very well suited for those looking for a nice and sweet romance with a touch of mystery. I look forward to reading more books from the author.

New Release + Price Promotion: Liberation Origins by Wendy Lynn Clark

It gives us great pleasure to announce the release of
Liberation Origins by Wendy Lynn Clark!
Indulge your craving in this super hot, thrilling, and fast-paced novel
guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seats from cover to cover!

Special Promotion
Liberation Origins is available at a special price of $0.99!
(Regular Price: $1.99)
This offer is valid until October 28, 2016 only.
Get it now at Amazon.com

About Liberation Origins

Series: Robotics Faction - Origins Series, Book 1
Genre: Science Fiction Romance

An empress who must marry for duty. A race pilot who breaks all the rules. Their forbidden passion could cost everything.

Emprezia is betrothed to one of the most powerful men in the Antiata conglomerate. Marrying him will bring her one step closer to the coveted Star Chamber seat -- and power over the deadly rivals threatening her family. Despite how close she is to securing their future, she can't deny the tug of her heart for the ones she had to leave behind.

Then she meets Kaolin.

As a no-name shuttle pilot and close friend of her fiancé, he should be off limits. But the passion he evokes with his steady dark gaze and skillful hands cannot be denied. When her rivals strike, Kaolin is the one who protects her. Now she has to make a choice.

Choosing Kaolin will destroy her family. But not choosing him will destroy her very soul.

Buy Liberation Origins and read the thrilling origin story today!

Warning: Strong heat and language for mature readers only!

Special Promotion
Liberation Origins is available at a special price of $0.99.
(Regular Price: $1.99)
This offer is valid until October 28, 2016 only.
Hurry! Get your copy today.

Giveaway

Join the Liberation Origins giveaway contest!
Contest runs until Oct 21, 2016, 5:00pm PDT
You could be one of two lucky winners of
a $10 Gift Card, or
a signed paperback of Book One of the Liberation's Kiss series by Wendy Lynn Clark

Click here to join the Giveaway Contest now!

-----

Special Promotion
Get your copy of Liberation Origins now at a special price of $0.99.
(Regular Price: $1.99)
This offer is valid until October 28, 2016 only.
Available at Amazon.com

About Wendy Lynn Clark

Wendy Lynn Clark is from the vibrant green Pacific Northwest. She writes contemporary and science fiction romance with sexy heroes and undefeatable heroines, as well as sweeping epic fantasy and creative nonfiction. Her words are infused with wonders from her travels—teaching in Japan for three years, earning her MA in Brighton, and studying abroad in Greece. When she’s not hiking in the Cascade mountain range, she’s writing on her couch with a steaming cup of tea and her two snuggly calico cats.

Her books are a mix of soaring imagination, blockbuster action, and thrilling romance. They are recommended for anyone who enjoys a well-told story with a happy ending guaranteed.

For up to date promotions and release dates of upcoming books, sign up for the latest news at her website: www.wendylynnclark.com

-----

Visit the official Website of Wendy Lynn Clark:
http://www.wendylynnclark.com

Visit Wendy Lynn Clark's blog:
http://www.wendylynnclark.com/blog

Connect with Wendy Lynn Clark on social media:
Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads | Amazon | Pinterest

---

In partnership with

New Release + Giveaway: Root by Danica Avet

It gives us great pleasure to announce the release of ROOT, Book 2 of the Band Nerd Series by Danica Avet. Root is the much anticipated sequel, delivering deliciously sweet yet incredibly hot romance we've come to know from the Band Nerd Series. A definite page turner!

Grab your copy now! Available at:
All Romance eBooks | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo

About Root

Series: The Band Nerd Series, Book 2
Genre: Adult Romance, College Romance, Contemporary Romance

- - - - -

Until I joined the Marching 300 at Sauvage State University, I was just too-tall, tuba-playing Lena Leblanc. But college changes everything. Suddenly I have friends, and they won't let me dodge the attraction I have for hulking, Viking-like football player Anders De Groot. He makes me feel; makes me believe that I'm more than a burden to others. That I'm more than just Lena. And for a girl whose mother checked out years ago, that's the scariest feeling of all.

Before I met Lena, all I had was school and football; study and stadiums full of spectators cheering for "Root!" Now, I can't get her out of my head. She's everything I could possibly want in a woman and I need to prove to her how good we'll be together. I need to show her that, no matter what, she's perfection. My perfection. And I'll stand my ground to make sure nothing ever hurts her. Not even her family.

See what I mean? How can he even be real? So impossibly sweet and hot? But with my stepfather threatening us, I'll have to learn how to step up and fight for what I want. Otherwise I'll lose the greatest thing to ever happen to me.

- - - - -

Root is now on sale! Available at:
All Romance eBooks | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo

Giveaway

Join the Root giveaway contest from Oct 3 - 5, 2016!

Get a chance to win
an autographed copy of Steady (Band Nerd Series, Book 1)
plus a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

Click here to join the Rafflecopter Giveaway contest!

Other Books in the Band Nerd Series

Also, don't miss the first book of The Band Nerd Series by Danica Avet. Available now!

Steady The Band Nerd Series, Book 1 Fate puts people in the right place at the right time because they're meant for each other. Football and marching bands go together, just like me and Katie. I just need to convince her of that. Buy now at Amazon.com.

About Danica Avet

Danica Avet was born and raised in the wilds of South Louisiana where mosquitoes are big enough to carry off small children and there are only two seasons: hot and hotter. With a BA in History, she figured there were enough fry cooks in the world and decided to try her hand at writing.

Writing is how she gives the voices in her head a way out. They speak to her constantly wanting their stories told and she does her best to accommodate them. When she isn’t writing, working, or contemplating the complexities of the universe, she spends time gathering inspiration from her insane family, reads far more than any sane person would want to, and watches hot burly men chase an oblong ball all over a field.

Visit the Official Danica Avet Website: http://www.danicaavet.com

Connect with Danica Avet on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter

- - - - -

In partnership with

New Release + Giveaway: Enigma by Vanessa Liebe

Today, we are excited to announce the release of ENIGMA by Vanessa Liebe! Enigma is a thrilling, sexually charged and highly erotic read, bringing to life sexual fantasies that most can only dream about. Grab your copy today and bring out the fun and sensual side of you!

Buy now! Available at: Red Sage Publishing

About Enigma

Series: The Enigma Trilogy, Book 1
Genre: Erotic Romance, Contemporary Romance, Marital Heat

Mark and Lucy Fuller have a great marriage, or so they think. But there is always room for improvement and there is one side to their marriage that they have never discussed or indulged in and that is their fantasies. When Lucy is referred to a new club where they can enact their fantasies, albeit only be intimate with one another, they become members and discover a whole new side to their marriage with some interesting and positive results.

READER ALERT:

Mark had no idea being kidnapped by his wife could be so arousing or that she could spank so well. Caution! When you read about Mark and Lucy’s sexual fantasies you may need that cold shower. Join them on a wet, wild and deliciously sensual ride and dare to wonder about your own.

Enigma is now on sale! Grab your copy today at:
Red Sage Publishing

Giveaway

Join the Enigma giveaway contest from Sep 27 - Nov 22, 2016!
Get a chance to win a $30 Amazon Gift Card + Themed Gifts!

Click here to join the Rafflecopter Giveaway contest!

About Vanessa Liebe

Vanessa Liebe is the author of fun, sexy erotic romance and erotica, both contemporary and historical. She mostly writes in the Fantasy and Paranormal categories as she likes a man with bite.

Vanessa is married with three children and resides in Hampshire, South East England. When not house training her children, reading or writing, she likes to sit in the garden with a glass of rose wine.

Visit the Official Vanessa Liebe blog site: https://vanessaliebe.com

Connect with Vanessa Liebe on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads

---

In partnership with

New Release + Giveaway: The Panther Moon by Beth Trissel

We are so excited to bring you the release of THE PANTHER MOON, the third installment of The Secret Warrior Series by Beth Trissel. The Panther Moon continues on the story of our endearing heroine Morgan Daniel as she embarks on another adventure in this thrilling and action-packed novel guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seats.

The Panther Moon is available now at:
Amazon (Kindle) | Barnes & Noble (Nook).

Note: For a better and more enjoyable reading experience, it is highly recommended to read the first two books of The Secret Warrior Series first. Details below.

About The Panther Moon

Series: The Secret Warrior, Book 3
Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Romance, Paranormal/Urban Fantasy

- - - - -

Being the seventh Morcant has its perks: Morgan is learning to fly and wield magical blue fire.

But the coyote shifters are growing bolder. Mateo and his panthers seem impossible to defeat. And vampires aren't real – are they?

When the elusive and enigmatic Chief Okema disappears and the wards protecting the Wapicoli territory falter, Morgan and Jackson are forced into the role of leaders. Badly outnumbered and outgunned, do they have time to search for the secret of the Divining Tree, and will it help them in the final battle?

Note:

For a better and more enjoyable reading experience, it is highly recommended to first read The Hunter's Moon and Curse of the Moon, books one and two of the Secret Warrior Series respectively.

- - - - -

The Panther Moon is now on sale! Available at:
Amazon (Kindle) | Barnes & Noble (Nook)

Giveaway

Join The Panther Moon giveaway contest from Sep 30 - Oct 2, 2016!

Get a chance to win
all three books of The Secret Warrior's Series
plus a $10 Amazon Gift Card!

Click here to join the Rafflecopter Giveaway contest!

Other Books in The Secret Warrior Series

Don't miss the first two books of The Secret Warrior Series by Beth Trissel! Available now.

Note: For a better and more enjoyable reading experience, it is highly recommended to read books one and two of the Secret Warrior Series first.

	The Hunter's Moon The Secret Warrior Series, Book 1 Seventeen-year-old Morgan Daniel has been in the witness protection program most of her life. But The Panteras have caught up with her and her younger brother. Her car is totaled, she's hurt, and the street gang is closing in when wolves with glowing eyes appear out of nowhere and chase away the killers. Buy now at Amazon.com.
	Curse of the Moon The Secret Warrior Series, Book 2 The bad news? Morgan Daniel’s wolf is out of control. The good news? There’s a treatment. She just has to get a potion from a lizard shifter witch—without looking into the witch’s eyes. Easy, right? Buy now at Amazon.com.

About Beth Trissel

Married to my high school sweetheart, I live on a farm in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with my human family and furbabies. An avid gardener, my love of herbs and heirloom plants figures into my work. The rich history of Virginia, the Native Americans, and the people who journeyed here from far beyond her borders are at the heart of my inspiration. I'm especially drawn to colonial America and the drama of the American Revolution. In addition to historical romance, I also write time travel, paranormal, YA/NA fantasy romance, and non-fiction.

Visit the Official Beth Trissel Blog: https://bethtrissel.wordpress.com/

Connect with Beth Trissel on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram

- - - - -

In partnership with

Review: Romantic Road by Blair McDowel

An Interesting Plot
Rating: 5 Stars
Available at: Amazon, Reading Alley

A good mix of heart-pumping action, exciting chase scenes balanced off by slow, romantic moments, Romantic Road is a nice and intriguing weekend read.

Still reeling from the death of her husband Igor, Lacy was shocked when she was accosted and demanded to hand over some manuscripts that she has no knowledge of. Thus start a journey of realization that her husband is actually more than who she is led to believe, a journey that leads her to a “romantic road” to her husband’s mysterious past, and a journey that leads her to Max, someone who makes her feel trusted, cared for and loved once again. And just whet the appetites of readers, the story leads to a surprising revelation towards the end. I enjoy the mixture of fast-paced action with slow-paced moments that Ms. McDowell interspersed throughout the story. This has given Lacy and Max more time to relax and get to know each other before they are pursued once again. The story provides a good characterization of Lacy, being a normal and simple woman caught up in her late husband’s web of intricacies, and this shows in the wrong decisions she made. Yet for all that, she does her best to keep up and think fast on her feet in emergency situations. I remember when she dumps the beer over her assailant's face so she could get away. That was quick thinking! Part of the reason why I enjoy this book is also the great chemistry between Max and Lacy. Beyond that, the constant drop of small hints throughout the story will keep your mind thinking — could there be something more about Max than just someone who is interested in Lacy? Could he be more than who he portrays himself to be? Set predominantly along different parts of beautiful Europe, Ms. McDowell’s fine writing will give you a vivid picture of where Max and Lacy went throughout their adventure. In retrospect, perhaps the one thing I felt might be good to have is a further extension to the story, an epilogue of sorts, to cover some unanswered points. I am also intrigued to find out more about the mysterious manuscript of Igor. Nevertheless, I was totally entertained and find this an enjoyable read.

A good mix of heart-pumping action, exciting chase scenes balanced off by slow, romantic moments, Romantic Road is a nice and intriguing weekend read. Still reeling from the death of her husband Igor, Lacy was shocked when she was accosted and demanded to hand over some manuscripts that she has no knowledge of. Thus start a journey of realization that her husband is actually more than who she is led to believe, a journey that leads her to a “romantic road” to her husband’s mysterious past, and a journey that leads her to Max, someone who makes her feel trusted, cared for and loved once again. And just whet the appetites of readers, the story leads to a surprising revelation towards the end. I enjoy the mixture of fast-paced action with slow-paced moments that Ms. McDowell interspersed throughout the story. This has given Lacy and Max more time to relax and get to know each other before they are pursued once again. The story provides a good characterization of Lacy, being a normal and simple woman caught up in her late husband’s web of intricacies, and this shows in the wrong decisions she made. Yet for all that, she does her best to keep up and think fast on her feet in emergency situations. I remember when she dumps the beer over her assailant's face so she could get away. That was quick thinking! Part of the reason why I enjoy this book is also the great chemistry between Max and Lacy. Beyond that, the constant drop of small hints throughout the story will keep your mind thinking — could there be something more about Max than just someone who is interested in Lacy? Could he be more than who he portrays himself to be? Set predominantly along different parts of beautiful Europe, Ms. McDowell’s fine writing will give you a vivid picture of where Max and Lacy went throughout their adventure. In retrospect, perhaps the one thing I felt might be good to have is a further extension to the story, an epilogue of sorts, to cover some unanswered points. I am also intrigued to find out more about the mysterious manuscript of Igor. Nevertheless, I was totally entertained and find this an enjoyable read.

Review Copy provided by Reading Alley in exchange for an honest review.