Cover Reveal: FINDING THOR by Kai Strand

My good friend, Kai Strand, has a new book releasing from Whiskey Creek Press on March 12, 2015. FINDING THOR is filled with tragedy, thievery, and heart stopping action. I'm super excited to share the cover with you, and what a cover it is! But first, a little about the book.

Book Blurb

Tragedy has left Cara Cassidy broken and the only thing keeping her from giving in completely is her guilt. Until Nik Rock.

Nik stirs up feelings in degrees she has never experienced, and causes her to do things that most assuredly give him the wrong impression – like kiss him before their first date. Somehow, he breaks down the walls around her emotions until she has no choice but to forgive herself and feel again.

But a mysterious, troubled past follows Nik, and Cara may prove to be his weakest link.

When a royal princess shows up looking for Nik, and an international gang arrives looking for missing jewels, Cara lands in mortal danger. Will she be able to save herself? What will happen to her newly repaired psyche if she loses Nik?

Romance, mystery, and high stakes – just another day in high school.

And now for the gorgeous cover! Drum roll...

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About the Author:
When her children were young and the electricity winked out, Kai Strand gathered her family around the fireplace and they told stories, one sentence at a time. Her boys were rather fond of the ending, “And then everybody died. The end.” Now an award winning children’s author, Kai crafts fiction for kids and teens to provide an escape hatch from their reality. With a selection of novels for young adult and middle grade readers and short stories for the younger ones, Kai entertains children of all ages, and their adults. Learn more about Kai and her books on her website, www.kaistrand.com.

Special Thanks

My last couple of weeks have left me feeling like this:

To say life has been a little frazzling is an understatement. But...I have the best friends in the world. My real life friends, my hockey friends, and my writer friends have been absolutely amazing, and I want to take this time today and say:

Review of MEET ME IN THE DARK by HK Carlton

Meet Me in the Dark (Book 1 in the Lustful Possession Series) Paranormal Erotic Romance

Crishtin Davenport thought she was attending a simple Halloween event—A good scare to get the blood pumping. But instead she finds her pulse racing over one of the event’s organizers.

Josh Hewes loves nothing more than investigating paranormal activity, but after meeting Crishtin the only thing he wants to explore is her.

However, getting to know one another takes an unexpected turn when some randy spirits get in on the act.

Crish and Josh are inexplicably drawn into a heady web of desire and want nothing more than to possess each other. But they’re not the only ones.

Be careful what you invite in to play…

*****

If you enjoy ghost hunting, possession, and steamy sex, then you will love this quick read from HK Carlton.

When Crish and Josh first meet, sparks fly, but things take an odd twist with lost time at a haunted house. When they finally learn what happened, it only increases their desire for each other, and to learn more about the ghosts they encountered.

The ghosts have their own game plan in motion, and I can't wait to read the next book in the series to find out what happens next!

My final rating: 4 stars

Get your copy of Meet Me in the Dark at Amazon, Kobo, iTunes, and other retailers. 

About the Author:

Born and raised in Canada H K lives in Ontario.

H K Carlton is a multi-published Canadian author of romance and it’s varied sub-genres. Including contemporary, paranormal, historical, family saga and erotica.

Review of DOUBLE LIFE by S Usher Evans

Piracy is a game. How much are you worth?

Since she was a little girl, everyone - from her father to the Great Creator himself - told Lyssa Peate the same thing: she's worthless. But when she becomes the pirate bounty hunter Razia, she can see the price tag on her own head. Employed by one of the four pirate syndicates, she uses bank transactions and her considerable wits to capture rival members. At least, she would be if Razia's boss ever gave her a chance. It's a man’s world, and all she’s allowed to hunt are purse snatchers while she languishes on probation.

To pay the bills, she's stuck in her old life as Lyssa, discovering and analyzing distant planets and selling them for cash. She's doing just enough to stay out of trouble, pretending to be continuing her father's mysterious research while away for long periods of time. Her slimy boss is always asking questions and even assigns one of her younger brothers, Vel, to intern with her. Already struggling to keep the balance between her double lives, she tries everything to rid herself of the kid...

...until the universal police mistake Lyssa’s intern for Razia's hostage.

*****

OK, so let me start by saying, this book isn't my usual read. I really like to have a bit more romance in my stories, but...that doesn't mean I didn't like this book.

Ms. Evans did a fantastic job of world building. And, while there was a lot of science things in there, I didn't feel it was overly complicated or difficult to follow.  

I didn't really understand how a pirate could also be a bounty hunter, as those two things seem diametrically opposed to me. I also felt there were times that Razia wasn't as strong as she could be- that she acted more like Lyssa would (which may have been intentional, seeing they are the same person ;-))

Still, I'm looking forward to reading the Alliances, the second book in the series.

My final rating: 3 1/2 stars.

Get your copy of DOUBLE LIFE free on Amazon

*****

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Goals and Stuart West's New Release!

We're having quite the discussion of goals over at the Lightning Quick Reads blog. Be sure to stop by and weigh in on one (or all) of the threads. [Time to Talk Goals,  Why Make Goals?,  Setting Up Goals for Success]

And now, a new book from Stuart West!

Releasing February 3rd in ebook and print, The Secret Society of Like-Minded Individuals is the first in a trilogy. A dark cat and mouse suspense thriller with an unhealthy stream of humor coursing through its pages. Serial killers have never been so fun!

BLURB:

Leon Garber has his reasons for ridding the world of abusive people, call it justifiable homicide.

Opportunity comes knocking from Like-Minded Individuals, Inc., a global company fulfilling the needs of people like Leon. LMI’s clientele are provided with new identities, security, and even lists of potential “projects.” But let’s not call it “serial killing.” Such a nasty business. For Leon, it’s a dream come true.

However, LMI’s put a target on Leon’s back. He has no idea why.

LMI, the police, sanctioned hitmen, and a vicious psychopath are after him. He collides with other Like-Minded Individuals: The Good Samaritan Killer, The Mad Doctor, Donnie and Marie (don’t ask). Heads are chopped, dropped and swapped as Leon fights for his life. But nothing will keep Leon from finishing his current project. Nothing. Not even the chance to fall in love with the woman of his dreams.

Sometimes a killer business idea is just that. Killer.

And now for the cover:

Pre-Order today at Amazon

What's being said about Stuart West's new release?

The Secret Society of Like-Minded Individuals is a brilliant thriller about a society of serial killers with just a dusting of humor. Suspense fans will not be disappointed.The hero, can I call Leon a hero? Hmmm? Well, he has quirks. Rather comical quirks.


I am not a fan of horror, never touch the stuff. This plot does not cross the line.
Every so often I found myself smiling.
Even a touch of romance thrown in.
In my humble opinion, it's Stuart's best work yet.
I'm looking forward to book 2 in the series.

~ Heather Greenis, author of the Natasha saga 


The Secret Society of Like-Minded Individuals pulls you in for a furious ride, sure to give you chills. Dark, gritty and meaty fun.

~Meradeth Houston, author of the Sary series


A gripping read.

For those of you looking to add to your reading list, I highly recommend giving this one a try if you enjoy a different twist to your thrillers.

~Penny Ehrenkranz, author of Mirror, Mirror

Having read Stuart West's other fiction, I can recommend this new offering. Be prepared for gritty gripping suspense.


~Rosalie Skinner, author of the Chronicles of Caleath

Preorder a new book from one of my fave writers @StuartRWest Not for the feint of heart. Intriguing?~Joan Curtis, author of The Clock Strikes Midnight


The Secret Society of Like-Minded Individuals is not your usual "thriller, murder mystery." It is a unique plot with unexpected murderers and, of course, the underlying West humor, A roller coaster ride to the end. Trust me, you've never read anything like it before.

~Patrica McQueen, retired English teacher