Pleasure Unbound by: Larissa Ione

In a place where ecstasy can cost you your life . . . 

She's a demon-slayer who hungers for sensual pleasure-but fears it will always be denied her. Until Tayla Mancuso lands in a hospital run by demons in disguise, and the head doctor, Eidolon, makes her body burn with unslakable desire. But to prove her ultimate loyalty to her peers, she must betray the surgeon who saved her life. 

Two lovers will dare to risk all.

Eidolon cannot resist this fiery, dangerous woman who fills him with both rage and passion. Not only is she his avowed enemy, but she could very well be the hunter who has been preying upon his people. Torn between his need for the truth and his quest to find his perfect mate before a horrific transformation claims him forever, Eidolon will dare the unthinkable-and let Tayla possess him, body and soul . . .

I'm so happy I stumbled upon this series!! 

I've been wanting to find a new long series that I can really sink my teeth into! Or at least "sink my butt onto the couch and get lost in the fantasy world" into. 

I knew I'd heard of the Demonica series before, but I don't think I'd ever actually heard of anyone talking about it or have it come across to me in recommendations (at least not to my knowledge). So anyway, when I came across them the other day in Listopia on Goodreads, I just knew I needed to give it a go!

And boy, I wasn't disappointed!

It took me a little extra time to really get through the first few chapters, but that's solely because there is a lot of information thrown at you and I didn't want to miss anything! Once I got the major gist of the sitation, I couldn't put the book down!

Eidolon and Tayla were amazing characters, and I really cared about them. There were twists and turns when I least expected it and I loved every minute of it!

Midnight Rising by: Lara Adrian

In a world of shadows and dark, consuming hungers, desire is the deadliest weapon...

For journalist Dylan Alexander, it began with the discovery of a hidden tomb, thrusting her into the center of a gathering storm of violence and secrets. But nothing is as dangerous as the scarred, lethally seductive man who rises from the shadows to draw her into his world of dark desire and endless night.

Fueled by pain and rage over a shattering betrayal, the warrior Rio has pledged his life to the war against the Rogues. He will let nothing stand in his way—least of all a mortal woman with the power to expose the entire vampire race. For an ancient evil has been awakened, and a stunning darkness is on the rise. Suddenly Dylan is powerless to resist Rio’s touch, even as she uncovers a shocking link to her own past. And now she must choose: Leave Rio’s midnight realm, or risk it all for the man who has shown her true passion and the infinite pleasures of the heart. . . . 

Latest book in the Midnight Breed series....a bit more of a let down than the last couple books for me. 

I thought I'd be head over heals in love with Rio because of his poor situation and because I have such a soft spot of guys like that (in books only, lol)...

But I really just didn't get into his and Dylan's story. 

I really loved their connection and I think everything that happened, needed to happen to really make everything continue well, but I just wasn't feeling it this time sadly.

I will continue on though! Hopefully the next book will get back on track for me and be amazing.

Midnight Awakening by: Lara Adrian

With a dagger in her hand and vengeance on her mind,

Darkhaven beauty Elise Chase prowls Boston’s streets in search of retribution against the Rogue vampires who took from her everything she cherished. Using an extraordinary psychic gift, she tracks her prey, well aware that the power she possesses is destroying her. She must learn to harness this gift, and for that she can turn to only one man—the deadliest of the Breed warriors, Tegan.

No stranger to loss, Tegan knows Elise’s pain. He knows fury, but when he slays his enemies it is with ice in his veins. He is perfect in his self-control, until Elise seeks his aid in her personal war. An unholy alliance is forged—a bond that will link them by blood and vow—and plunge them into a tempest of danger, desire, and the darkest passions of the heart. . . .

AHH! Omg I can't even believe how much I loved this book!

I have a special place in my heart for those who are tormented and hurt! Their stories always seem to be so hard hitting and special.

Tegan and Elise's story are no exception! OMG these two are so amazing together.

Elise is a serious little spitfire after being coddled all her life. She's so strong and so amazing. I really liked that she was already familiar with the world of the Breed and knew how things worked....so no delaying in having to explain.

Tegan is of course one hot piece of ass! Holy cow! Tormented soul, hero, selfless, ugh....I just can't stand him (and of course by that I mean I LOVE HIM).

This series is getting better and better! 

Kiss of Crimson by: Lara Adrian

He comes to her more dead than alive, a towering black-clad

stranger riddled with bullets and rapidly losing blood. As she struggles to save him, veterinarian Tess Culver is unaware that the man calling himself Dante is no man at all, but one of the Breed, vampire warriors engaged in a desperate battle. In a single erotically charged moment Tess is plunged into his world—a shifting, shadowed place where bands of Rogue vampires stalk the night, cutting a swath of terror.

Haunted by visions of a dark future, Dante lives and fights like there is no tomorrow. Tess is a complication he does not need—but now, with his brethren under attack, he must shield Tess from a growing threat that includes Dante himself. For with one reckless, irresistible kiss, she has become an inextricable part of his underworld realm…and his touch awakens her to hidden gifts, desires, and hungers she never knew she possessed. Bonded by blood, Dante and Tess must work together to thwart deadly enemies, even as they discover a passion that transcends the boundaries of life itself….

Ok, now this is what I like!

I LOVED Dante and Tess' story!!! They were absolutely amazing as the main couple and I really had a lot more fun reading this book than the first book in the Midnight Breed series!

Dante is so hot and masculine....and just dang....yummy!! 

Tess is so sweet and down to earth even with her awful background and her super awesome Breedmate abilities! I just love her.

I found the twists and turns so entertaining! I couldn't put this book down and I seriosuly didn't want it to end.

We finally got a glimpse back at Rio...ugh., poor Rio!!!!!!!!! I loved the backstory on Sterling and Elise...or is it Elise and Tegan??? OMG I can't wait to find out!!! EEKS!

Unleash the Night -- By: Sherrilyn Kenyon

An orphan with no clan that will claim him, Wren Tigarian grew to adulthood under the close scrutiny and mistrust of those around him. A forbidden blend of two animals - snow leopard and white tiger - Wren has never listened to anyone when there was something he wanted. Now he wants Marguerite.

Marguerite D'Aubert Goudeau is the daughter of a prominent U.S. senator who hates the socialite life she's forced to live. Like her mother before her, she has strong Cajun roots that her father doesn't understand. Still, she has no choice but to try and conform to a world where she feels like an outsider. But the world of rich and powerful humans is never to meet the world of the Were-Hunters who exist side by side with them, unseen, unknown, undetected. To break this law is to call down a wrath of the highest order.

In order to have Marguerite, Wren must fight not just the humans who will never accept his animal nature, but the Were-Hunters who want him dead for endangering their world. It's a race against time and magic without boundary that could cost Marguerite and Wren not just their lives, but their very souls... 

I wish I could peek inside Sherrilyn Kenyon's mind some times. She has such a great imagination and I love the world she has created.

Though, Wren and Maggie's story wasn't one of my all time favorites, it was so very good.

Wren is such a fierce outcast, and falls for Maggie right away. Though they aren't destined mates,that doesn't' matter to them. Nothing will stop these two from being together!

Got to read about more time travel in this one as well. Neat idea that some of these characters have that ability.

OH! And we finally to get to from Nick again! WOOTY WOO!

Sins of the Night - -By: Sherrilyn Kenyon

But every now and again a Dark-Hunter thinks himself above the Code. That's when I'm summoned. Who am I? I'm the one thing the fearless fear. Step over the line and it's my wrath you will face. Nothing can touch me. Nothing can sway me. I am relentless and unfeeling.

Or so I thought until I met a female Dark-Hunter who goes by the name of Danger-it's not just her name, it's how she lives her life. She doesn't trust me at all. And who could blame her? She alone knows that I'm here to be judge, jury and most likely executioner of her friends. Yet she is my key to saving some of them. Without her, they all will die.

Dangereuse St. Richard is a deadly distraction. Something about her is reawakening a heart I thought was long dead. But in a race against evil, the only hope mankind has is that I do my duty. And how can I do my duty when it means that I will have to sacrifice the only woman I've ever loved?

Another fan-tabulous story from the Dark Hunter series! Oh, this series is just so fun to read.

I'm currently re-reading the series for the second time, so I can do reviews for them all and I have to admit, that I am actually enjoying the series the second time around even better than the first!

Ok, so onto Danger and Alexion....

Secluded soul doesn't even begin to describe Alexion. He's been around from nearly day one of the Dark Hunters...but sadly, not as a Dark Hunter! His story is tragic and he is THE reason the DH's even have an 'out-clause' in the first place! Trust me, it's heartbreaking!

Danger...well...she's a little spitfire. It's nice to read about female bad-asses that are also very feminine. She isn't one of those hard-asses just because she is a warrior. She's a bit of fresh air in that regard, lol.

Seize the Night -- By: Sherrilyn Kenyon

Dark-Hunter: an immortal warrior who has traded his soul to Artemis for one moment of vengeance on his enemies. In return, they swear to spend eternity protecting mankind from the daimons and vampires that prey on them. Valerius isn't a popular Dark-Hunter - he's a Roman, which means that the largely Greek Hunters have a major grudge against him and his civilization for superceding them. To make things worse, he's very conscious of his aristocratic background and breeding. So it serves him right when he runs into Tabitha Devereaux. She's sassy, sexy, and completely unwilling to take him seriously. (Not to mention Tabitha is also the sister-in-law of Kyrian, a former Dark-Hunter and Val's mortal enemy.) What Tabitha does take seriously is hunting and killing vampires-and soon she and Val have to grapple with the deadliest of all Daimons - one who's managed to come back from the dead, and one who holds a serious grudge against both of them. To win against evil, Val will have to loosen up, learn to trust, and put everything on the line to protect a man he hates and a woman who drives him nuts. 

One of my favorites in the this series! Not only does SO much happen in this book that I really pertains to the future of the series, but I absolutely love Valerius and Tabitha's story. 

As much as I love those darn alpha males as the the lead roles, I am such a sucker for those characters like Valerius that has had to endure so much torment over his two thousand years. His dry humor with Tabitha's wild and erratic life are so polar opposites but they work so well together! They make it fun and seriously entertaining.

All the 'back story' information that is given to us in this book is something that is talked about so often throughout this series. The heart break and loss, the decisions made, the deliciousness that is Ash...oh dear....yes, all important! 

Amazing book. Loved everything about it. I do wish that last little bit was a bit more detailed, and didn't jump around so much, but I'm still pleased with everything that transpired! 

The Darkest Touch -- By: Gena Showalter

Fierce immortal warrior. Host to the demon of Disease. Torin’s every touch causes sickness and death—and a worldwide plague. Carnal pleasure is utterly forbidden, and though he has always overcome temptation with an iron will, his control is about to shatter.

She is Keeley Cael. The Red Queen. When the powerful beauty with shocking vulnerabilities escapes from a centuries-long imprisonment, the desire that simmers between her and Torin is scorching. His touch could mean the end for her, but resisting her is the hardest battle he’s ever fought—and the only battle he fears he can’t win.

Oh Torin!

You've been in our minds from book 1! You've been a favorite for all of us! I was so excited to finally read your story!

I am so happy to say I was not let down! Lately, I've had so many books that I've looked forward to them so much, and there has been so much hype for it, and it was an extreme let down.

Now, I'm ranking this 4 out of 5, and that one star is solely because I was so over the back and forth between Keeley and Torin. After every single encounter, literally, being "I can't do this to you anymore", "I can't do this anymore", "I can't do this anymore". Seriously, it got old fast. 

BUT the rest of the book else made up for it plus some. 

I remember when I first started the Lords of the Underworld series, I really wasn't all that impressed. I didn't enjoy it near as much as I wanted to, but I swear, every book gets better and better. By the time this one came out, I was so in love with their world and all the guys and all their stories. 

Outlander Series -- By: Diana Gabaldon

Ok...so it took me a total of 2 years, and 2 re-reads of the first couple books, to finally complete the Outlander series! It sounds so awful when I say it like that. But I don't regret it in the slightest!

I've read the first two books three times, and the third and fourth two times.

This past September, I decided (of course withe amazing success of the television show) to finally complete the series.

Since there is a lot of politics involved and I can get lost pretty easily in politics, I decided to just go from book 1 to book 8 without stopping. That, took me 4 months!

I literally just put down book 8...and I can't even handle how much I love these characters!

Jamie and Claire are such likable people. There isn't a single point in any of the books that I dislike either of them.

It's not your traditional love story. There is heart break (and not the kind that is just from a stupid girl nothing thinking before she walks away from the love of her life for a total of two weeks), anger, amusement, frustration, humor, jealous....I mean seriously...it has every angle you could possibly think of for a love story in the 1700's!

I've cried, I've laughed, and I've longed for such a connection as Jamie and Claire have together!

Diana Gabaldon is an amazing woman.  Her style of writing is so perfect that you really feel these characters are a part of the real world. Yes there are moments of boring day to day life and yes there are times you get confused in the politics. BUT the other 95% of the SERIES makes up for it immensely!

If I had to pick a favorite out of the whole series so far, I think I'd have to pick book 4, Drum of Autumn. I loved every moment of that book.

Shadow in Glass By: J. Rose Alexander

Every little girl dreams of waking up a Princess… 

…the reality, Carrie finds out, isn't exactly a fairy tale.

Carrie Whitmore, aspiring journalist, wakes up after a building collapse to find herself in a world where she is a spoiled, bratty princess engaged to a self-indulgent egomaniac. She has no college education and no friends at all. Carrie finds out that "she" wants nothing to do with the crown after the death of her brother and is happy being bitter, cruel and reclusive.

But that's the old Princess Barbara, lost in the tragic accident that slipped Carrie into the Princess's life. Carrie must change the way the people of the Nation perceive her. Her journey to learn who she is in this new world and to deal with the twists and turns of her unwillingly adopted life will change her perception of everything and everyone around her. 

And maybe, just maybe, she'll get the fairy tale princess ending every little girl dreams of.

This was a really good read! The plot continued to kept me going and never let go of it's hold on me.

The story of Carrie waking up to find herself as heir to the throne of America (love that America is a Kingdom by the way, lol) and trying to fudge her way into her new reality is quite entertaining! I really enjoyed her finding "herself", which really is finding a way to mix the two personalities.

I loved all the characters and felt really attached to everyone. Maryann, Emma, Jason, Terry, Richard, and especially the sassy Sierra (and I totally wanna hear more of her and Grey!!).

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★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Check out the SPOTLIGHT for this book here:

http://ithinkineedmorebooks.blogspot.com/2014/07/spotlight-j-rose-alexander.html

Standing Broken By: Angie Merriam

Lilly is pregnant and faced with a choice, leave Neveah and Shep behind or stay and fight, risking the health of her unborn child. Her decision breaks her heart but she knows she can't have the baby in Neveah, so with a heavy heart she returns home, alone. She works hard to get over Shep and build a life of her own and has become a successful artist. Just when her life seems to be on the right track, tragedy strikes, leading her back to Neveah.

Shep wakes up a new man with a wife he can't remember and an army he is expected to train. Along side his aunt Kelsha, he helps ready her followers for a war he knows nothing about, but knows he must fight, because she tells him so. When tragedy strikes Kelsha, she sends Shep away on assignment but was that the choice that would take him away from her forever?

A Broken Forever introduced you to Neveah, Standing Broken brings you back to the characters that were left broken. A land wilted. Can Shep and Lilly find their way back to each other. Can Lilly forgive the betrayal? Can Neveah over come the evil sweeping the land? Standing Broken is the continuing story of love, betrayal and good vs. evil.

OMGosh, an amazing second story for the Neveah series!

Lilly is determined to make a life for herself while her little bun-in-the-oven grows. She achieves more in those few months than most people achieve in years. She's one strong cookie!

Shep...oh poor sweet Shep! I don't want to say anything about Shep because I really don't want to give away any spoilers! Too many things I could spill that are well worth the wait to find out on your own!

Put it this way though, this story kept me going non-stop! I couldn't put it down and I just loved it. Again, just like the first book, quite a few twists that you swear you see coming and many other you don't.

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King For A Day By: Mimi Jean Pamfiloff

King isn’t who she thought. She wasn’t even close... 

When Mia Turner’s life becomes tethered to a mysterious billionaire, who she swears is the devil himself, she knows she must break free. It doesn’t matter if everything about him—those sinful lips, those pale gray eyes, that perfect male body—keeps her awake at night. He’s evil. She has to get away. 

But when this man, known simply as King, suddenly disappears, Mia will discover she’s not home free. Because without King, she’s no longer safe from his ruthless, depraved, power-hungry social circle. 
To survive, Mia will have to conceal King’s absence and walk a mile in the evil man’s twisted, cruel shoes. What she discovers will leave her more terrified and her heart more conflicted than she ever imagined. 

King is not who she thought. She wasn’t even close.

I'm definitely really intrigued! I can't wait for the third book to come out! 

While Mia didn't annoy me as much in this story as she did in the first, she does still ask a lot of questions. LOL.

But she also grows so much in her understanding of things as well. Things that I'm sure most people wouldn't even be able to partially handle.

Overall, I was very interested in this book! I literally read in one day because I just couldn't put it down. I was way more hooked in this one than the first and I can only hope the next one is even better! 

King's By: Mimi Jean Pamfiloff

“I am the man who can find anything or anyone. For a price. And my price is you.” 

When Mia Turner’s brother goes missing in Mexico, while on an archaeological dig, she believes that life couldn’t get much worse. But when she’s blocked at every turn from finding answers, by both local and U.S. authorities, she must turn to a man she swears is the devil. 

Others might be fooled by his private jet, fine tailored suits, and disarming smile, but Mia knows something dark, sinister, and unnatural lurks behind those penetrating, pale-gray eyes. And the more she learns, the more she realizes she may never be free again.

Well well well...King....well see....see he's just....wow.

Let's put it this way, if you loved Jericho Barrons, you'll love King. Many many many similarities, and yet they are very much their own beings.

Mia, quite literally goes from being happy in her own little world to needing to up-root everything about her life in search for her missing brother. Mia, quite literally needs to stop asking so many freaking questions. LOL

I really couldn't put this book down. I wanted to badly to see what would happen next!

Sexual tension so thick you could cut it with a knife! 

King gets stuck in your heart and burrows deep! You can't help but want to be part of his possessions!!