In My Mailbox (55)
In My Mailbox is something was
that started over at The Story Siren and I
think it’s pretty awesome. It’s a way to showcase the books that you gotten
through different places. Books you gotten in the mail, brought from a store,
borrowed from the library, received to write a review, or they can be
in eBook form. Here's a link to see how it all started.
Brought:
Under a Vampire Moon (Argeneau #16) by Lynsay Sands
It's
really too bad he's so young but in the end it doesn't matter because according
to his cousin, Giacinta, women in general aren't Christian's type. But there's
a catch, Christian needs Carolyn's help. He needs her to be his beard (to play
the part of his fake girlfriend) for the week to appease his 'machismo' family.
Carolyn just can't seem to say No and decides to help Gia's cousin. The only
problem is that being around Christian and acting like they are a loving couple
is wreaking havoc on her emotions. Carolyn's thoughts keep drifting back to
places they shouldn't, like kissing his full lips or feeling his broad
shoulders under her fingertips... good lord, she's in trouble.
On the Prowl (The Others #13) by Christine Warren
Of
course, marrying an alpha male like Nic comes with its share of danger. As
leader of his Streak and head of a global corporation, Nic and his new fiancée
must take their places in the jungles of Manhattan—and the local Others seem to
have a strict “no pets” policy. In fact, the Council seems to think the Tiguri
are at the root of all their problems, including an attempt on the life of its
leader. If Nic hopes to protect his name and his mate, it’s hunt or be
hunted—and he can’t do it alone. But if anyone can bring out the beast in him,
it’s the sexy, savage tigress he’s sworn to love…
A Different Kind of Forever by Dee
Ernst {Kindle}
Michael Carlucci, the hot, young musical genius behind the successful
rock band, NinetySeven, knows that he’s found the woman for him. Diane Matthews
is not just beautiful and smart, she’s got an infectious passion for everything
in her life, from her three daughters to her new play. For him, the search is
over. He knows they belong together.For Diane, it’s not as simple. She’s almost twenty years older than Michael. She’s not interested in remarrying – she’s very happy with her life just the way it is, thank you very much. But she can’t deny the growing attraction between them – and it’s not just his touch that she craves. But it’s not until Michael is gone and an old love returns that she realizes just what he meant to her. He said he would love her forever. Can she trust that? Or should she find a safer route to happiness?
A Different Kind of Forever is the story about two complicated people finding – and trying to hold on – to love.
Having My Baby by Theresa Ragan {Kindle}
"Mr. Baylor," the
officer said, "have you ever met either of these women?"Derrick's mind was numb, but somehow he managed to say, "No. Never."
"You're making the ladies nervous, and truthfully, you've got me wondering too--what is your business with this woman?"
Derrick
pried his gaze from the woman's stomach and raised his eyes to hers.
"She's having my baby."
Growing up, Jill Garrison never daydreamed about having the perfect wedding. Instead, she dreamt about having a baby. Boy or girl, it didn't matter. Unfortunately, her fiancé can't have children. Determined to realize her lifelong dream of having a baby, Jill spends years searching for a company (CryoCorp) that provides high quality donor sperm. Everything is right in Jill's world until her wedding day when her fiancé leaves her at the altar to be humiliated before friends and family.
Growing up, Jill Garrison never daydreamed about having the perfect wedding. Instead, she dreamt about having a baby. Boy or girl, it didn't matter. Unfortunately, her fiancé can't have children. Determined to realize her lifelong dream of having a baby, Jill spends years searching for a company (CryoCorp) that provides high quality donor sperm. Everything is right in Jill's world until her wedding day when her fiancé leaves her at the altar to be humiliated before friends and family.
She
doesn't waste any time moving from New York City to California to start over.
And she keeps her appointment with Cryocorp. She may never have the wedding or
the husband, but nothing is going to stop her from having a baby. She's tired
of everyone telling her what to do. The baby she's carrying is hers and hers
alone. Nobody can take that away from her.
Or can they?
Or can they?
The Calling (Darkness Rising #2) by Kelley Armstrong
Maya Delaney's paw-print birthmark
is the mark of what she truly is—a skin-walker. She can run faster, climb
higher, and see better than nearly everyone else. Experiencing intense
connections with the animals that roam the woods outside her home, Maya knows
it's only a matter of time before she's able to Shift and become one of them.
And she believes there may be others in her small town with surprising talents.
Now Maya and
her friends have been forced to flee from their homes during a forest fire they
suspect was deliberately set. Then they're kidnapped, and after a chilling
helicopter crash, they find themselves in the Vancouver Island wilderness with
nothing but their extraordinary abilities to help them get back home.
For Review:
Winterbloom by Marissa Dobson
Spectral
by Shannon Duffy
Convinced
she’s a part of the witness protection program, sixteen-year-old Jewel Rose is
shuffled around the globe with her family like a pack of traveling gypsies.
After arriving at lucky home twenty-seven, she stumbles upon a mysterious boy
with magical powers claiming to be her guardian . . . and warning of imminent
danger. Despite the obvious sparks between them, Jewel discovers a relationship
is forbidden, and the more she learns about dark, brooding Roman, she begins to
question who she can even believe—the family who raised her, or the supposed
sworn protector who claims they’ve been lying to her all along.
As she struggles to uncover who her family has really been running from, she is forced to hide her birthmark that reveals who she is. With new realities surfacing, unexplained powers appearing, and two tempting boys vying for her heart, Jewel battles to learn who she can trust in an ever growing sea of lies, hoping she’ll make it through her seventeenth birthday alive.
As she struggles to uncover who her family has really been running from, she is forced to hide her birthmark that reveals who she is. With new realities surfacing, unexplained powers appearing, and two tempting boys vying for her heart, Jewel battles to learn who she can trust in an ever growing sea of lies, hoping she’ll make it through her seventeenth birthday alive.
NetGalley:
Timepiece (Hourglass #2) by Myra McEntire
A threat from the past could destroy the
future. And the clock is ticking...
Kaleb Ballard's relentless flirting is interrupted when Jack Landers, the man who tried to murder his father, timeslips in and attacks before disappearing just as quickly. But Kaleb has never before been able to see time travelers, unlike many of his friends associated with the mysterious Hourglass organization. Are Kaleb's powers expanding, or is something very wrong?
Then the Hourglass is issued an ultimatum. Either they find Jack and the research he's stolen on the time gene, or time will be altered with devastating results.
Now Kaleb, Emerson, Michael, and the other Hourglass recruits have no choice but to use their unusual powers to find Jack. But where do they even start? And when? And even if they succeed, it may not be enough...
The follow-up to Hourglass, Timepiece blends the paranormal, science fiction, mystery, and suspense genres into a nonstop thrill ride where every second counts.
Kaleb Ballard's relentless flirting is interrupted when Jack Landers, the man who tried to murder his father, timeslips in and attacks before disappearing just as quickly. But Kaleb has never before been able to see time travelers, unlike many of his friends associated with the mysterious Hourglass organization. Are Kaleb's powers expanding, or is something very wrong?
Then the Hourglass is issued an ultimatum. Either they find Jack and the research he's stolen on the time gene, or time will be altered with devastating results.
Now Kaleb, Emerson, Michael, and the other Hourglass recruits have no choice but to use their unusual powers to find Jack. But where do they even start? And when? And even if they succeed, it may not be enough...
The follow-up to Hourglass, Timepiece blends the paranormal, science fiction, mystery, and suspense genres into a nonstop thrill ride where every second counts.
Trust in Me by Beth Cornelison
A hero for the rest of us?
Escaping the cheating fiancé and sheltered life her father has arranged for her, Claire Albritton wants nothing more than to take control of her life and learn to fight her own battles.
Kevin Fuller believes he must rescue damsels in distress and Claire is decidedly out of her element in small town South Carolina. When trouble inevitably finds Claire, Kevin's white knight protection and heroics are exactly what Claire doesn't want. But his kisses...that's another matter.
Escaping the cheating fiancé and sheltered life her father has arranged for her, Claire Albritton wants nothing more than to take control of her life and learn to fight her own battles.
Kevin Fuller believes he must rescue damsels in distress and Claire is decidedly out of her element in small town South Carolina. When trouble inevitably finds Claire, Kevin's white knight protection and heroics are exactly what Claire doesn't want. But his kisses...that's another matter.
Got Free From
Amazon:
Venice Vampyr (Venice
Vampyr #1) by
Tina Folsom
Venice, early 1800s
Isabella Tenderini, a wealthy merchant's widow rescues a stranger from drowning in one of Venice's canals. And how does the man repay her selfless act? By kissing her - her, a respectable woman.
Not only is Raphael di Santori grateful for his life being saved, he would also like to thank his rescuer very intimately - more intimately than decorum allows. But then, Raphael has never been one to play by the rules - as a vampire he doesn't have to.
Isabella Tenderini, a wealthy merchant's widow rescues a stranger from drowning in one of Venice's canals. And how does the man repay her selfless act? By kissing her - her, a respectable woman.
Not only is Raphael di Santori grateful for his life being saved, he would also like to thank his rescuer very intimately - more intimately than decorum allows. But then, Raphael has never been one to play by the rules - as a vampire he doesn't have to.
Forever Summer by Elaine Dyer
Summer
Alvarez is successful, independent, and a loner by choice. Since losing her
family as a child, she decided long ago that it was better to only rely on
herself and to avoid any close relationships. In between jobs, she answers an
ad for a bilingual teacher for a preschooler, the daughter of Gabriel Rodrigo,
a world famous singer and entertainer. Although the idea of world travel is
enticing, the reason she feels compelled to accept the position, despite her
instant dislike for Gabe, is his adorable little girl, Marisol.Gabe is used to women throwing themselves at him and after a disastrous marriage, he’s learned not to trust women, especially attractive women like Summer. Intrigued despite himself, he hires her to tutor his four year old while he tours Europe. It doesn’t take long for Gabe to realize that Summer is altogether different from any woman he’s ever met. Aside from her beauty and intelligence, and aside from the fact that she’d great with his daughter, what he finds most fascinating is the fact that she’d not the least bit interested in him or anything he has to offer.
Taking her on a family vacation to Spain, Gabe decides to take a chance and act on the strong attraction he feels toward Summer. But will Summer ever consider him as anything other than her employer, and can he charm his way into her well barricaded heart?
Stone's Kiss (The Avatars #1) by Lisa Blakwood
As a child, a
near-drowning accident stole Lillian’s old life. Her new life began the moment
she awoke at the foot of a brooding, stone gargoyle.
Years later, Lillian still finds comfort in Gregory, her gargoyle, never guessing he is more than cold stone until demonic creatures called the Riven attack. Gregory senses her terror and wakes from his healing sleep.
After the battle, Lillian learns the humans she thought were her family are a powerful coven of witches at war with the Riven. Lillian is something more than human, a powerful worker of magic, an Avatar to the gods. Gregory has been her protector for many lifetimes, but troubles in their homeland forced him to flee with her to the human world. And it wasn’t an accident which stole her memories—it was Gregory. He suspects Lillian is host to an infant demon, one capable of evil greater than the Riven.
Despite everything, Lillian fears she’s falling in love with her guardian. While she might be able to defeat the Riven with Gregory’s help, she doesn’t know if her fragile new love can survive the evil growing in her own soul...
Years later, Lillian still finds comfort in Gregory, her gargoyle, never guessing he is more than cold stone until demonic creatures called the Riven attack. Gregory senses her terror and wakes from his healing sleep.
After the battle, Lillian learns the humans she thought were her family are a powerful coven of witches at war with the Riven. Lillian is something more than human, a powerful worker of magic, an Avatar to the gods. Gregory has been her protector for many lifetimes, but troubles in their homeland forced him to flee with her to the human world. And it wasn’t an accident which stole her memories—it was Gregory. He suspects Lillian is host to an infant demon, one capable of evil greater than the Riven.
Despite everything, Lillian fears she’s falling in love with her guardian. While she might be able to defeat the Riven with Gregory’s help, she doesn’t know if her fragile new love can survive the evil growing in her own soul...
Rise from Darkness (Battle
for Soul #1) by
Ciara Knight
Alexander Lorre gives new meaning to the term “tormented teen”. He’s a
newly fallen angel, which means he has the self-control of a three-year-old,
the hormones of a teenager and the strength of an angel. When he rescues Gaby
Moore from drowning, the chemistry between them is undeniable. With a local
demon threatening Gaby’s life, he struggles to find a balance between remaining
close enough to protect her but distant enough to control his desires.
As danger draws closer, Gaby uncovers shattering secrets that will lead to an ultimate choice. Will she fight alongside her father, an earthbound hunter killing fallen angels and demons, give into the demon blood coursing through her veins and join the demon world, or save the man she loves from both? The first two choices damn her, but the last one could destroy them all.
As danger draws closer, Gaby uncovers shattering secrets that will lead to an ultimate choice. Will she fight alongside her father, an earthbound hunter killing fallen angels and demons, give into the demon blood coursing through her veins and join the demon world, or save the man she loves from both? The first two choices damn her, but the last one could destroy them all.
11 comments
Awesome titles you have there this week. You got me interested in Having My Baby.
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Many covers are beautyfull.
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Wow you got a ton of interesting looking books. I want to read Having my Baby and A Different Kind of Forever! :) Hope you enjoy them.
ReplyDeleteA Different Kind of Forever sounds good! Interesting cover :)
ReplyDeleteHere's my haul for this week.
Wow heaps of books you picked up this week! I also have Timepiece from Netgalley - I loved Hourglass & can't wait to read it!
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Happy Reading!
These all look awesome and I want to so read Under A Vampire Moon....lush cover ;)! Enjoy your books & Stop By My IMM Post!
ReplyDeleteWOW, great mailbox this week! I just finished The Gathering this morning and can't wait to start The Calling!! Enjoy
ReplyDeleteHere is this week's Mailbox Post
Also, don't forget to enter the AWESOME giveaway (ends today)
Happy Reading!
Lindsay @ Turning the Pages
Whoa, that's quite the list that you got there! I've seen The Calling and Timepiece around a bit this week and they both look like awesome reads!
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Renae @ Rolling with the Moments
That's a lot of books Timepiece is the one i want to read. Have a great sunday follow the link to see what i got in my mailbox...http://sonythebooklover.com/2012/04/in-my-mailbox-28/
ReplyDeleteWhat a great selection of books. Enjoy! New follower http://booketta.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/imm-and-mm_29.html
ReplyDeleteHey! This is my first visit to your site. I didn't realize Timepiece was on NetGalley and just ran over there and got my copy *squee*! Also, I love you shelves at the top of your page... I have serious shelf envy right now. Feel free to visit my IMM at pandareads.com
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