Thursday, May 30, 2013

BETRAYED at Riverina Romantics

Today the lovely Eden Summers is interviewing me over at the wonderful Riverina Romantics. You will learn about my early morning rituals with Clive Owen and Henry Cavill and lots of other dirty little details of my everyday life :-)

If that's not enough to entice you, I'm also giving away a copy of BETRAYED to one commenter who leaves a comment on my post at Riverina Romantics! Look forward to chatting with you over there!







“I enjoyed this story and the characters very much. There were even a few surprises that I didn’t see coming. Tacitus was so sweet and honorable. It is impossible to not love him. Nimue is just as honorable and is driven by not only her beliefs, but my magic itself. The way this couple learns to navigate one another and deal with the attraction that could be their very ruin was frustrating in so many ways. I can’t imagine how they must have felt.” 4 Stars Tina, Riverina Romantics

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Absolutely Awesome Aussie Author Giveaway!

Enjoy paranormal romance? Fantasy romance? Urban fantasy? Post-apocalyptic romance? Steampunk romance?

Would you jump at a chance or three to win a box full of these sorts of books?

Who, what, where, when and how can I win? - I hear you cry!

Well, 9 Aussie paranormal romance authors have banded together and each have donated books and swag from their latest series to go into the Aussie Author Giveaway - two huge giveaway packages which will be on display at some of the specialty romance bookstores here in Australia.

Rendezvous Books (Victoria) will host the first box of goodies and the giveaway will run the entire month of June 2013.
The second box of authorly-goodness will reside at Rosemary's Romance Bookstore (Queensland) right through July 2013.

The third box of giveaway-fun will be with Galaxy Books (Sydney) over August 2013.

All readers have to do is order a book (or books) from these stores in the designated giveaway month - either in person or online. You'll earn one entry per purchase in the Giveaway. The prize winner will be drawn at the end of the month and the Aussie Author Giveaway box of goodies will be posted to you.

NB. Due to postage costs, entry is restricted to Australian readers.

So, come on Aussies, come on! Support your specialty romance bookstores, get to know some local Aussie authors - and you could find a huge parcel of books in your mailbox at the end of June or July!

Sunday, May 26, 2013

Massive Aussie Book Giveaway at Riverina Romantics!

There's a fantastic Aussie Author International Giveaway going on over at Riverina Romantics for the next week! By entering the contest on the Riverina Romantics site you'll be in the draw to win this amazing giveaway. Check out all the great books and swag on offer ~ including an e-copy of my sizzling historical romance, BETRAYED :-)


Friday, May 24, 2013

Showcase with Eleni Konstantine

Please scroll down one post for the Wet and Wild Fun!

Today I'm delighted to showcase the novellas of my dear friend, Eleni Konstantine. Eleni not only writes wonderful fantasy romances, she is also the powerhouse behind the Dark Side DownUnder blog, volunteers for the Romance Writers of Australia and is on the committee for this year's RWA Conference in Fremantle.



 STORMY DIVIDE - Will Ellie ever find a way home?

ANGEL EYES - What if the man of your dreams only existed in your dreams?



STORMY DIVIDE
Thom may be used to the dangers of the forest, but nothing has prepared him for this. When he stumbles across a woman dressed in weird clothing lying on the ground during a storm, he has no choice but to help her.

Ellie finds herself in another world, having travelled through time and space thanks to what Thom calls The Rifts. The question is whether she will ever be able to find her way back, or if she will be stuck in this new world forever. Or if she will even want to go home…

ANGEL EYES
Vera’s dreams are haunted each night by a man she only knows as Angel Eyes. He feels more real to her than anything else in her life, including her fiancé. Vera must try to forget her childish dreams of soul mates and happily ever after… but are they really only dreams or can she find a way to be with Angel Eyes forever?

Available from Musa Publishing


 Zeta will protect the one she loves, even if it means living in Hell.

Mastering a unique power was much safer for Zeta Kosmos with a mentor to help her along. Now that he’s disappeared, Zeta must continue alone with her calling—closing Gateways to Hell.

Daniel Richards is in the family business—Warding supernatural evil from causing havoc on humans. As such, he’s only interested in the safety of one-night stands. Until Zeta. This bad boy now wants a long, lasting relationship.

But Zeta can’t let go of her past, nor can she ignore the secret demonic threats against Daniel’s life. She’d rather fight demonic spawn and be dragged into Hell than allow anything happen to him. Can Daniel convince her to stay? Will she have to pay the ultimate price?


 Available from Musa Publishing


                                                                                                           


Can a gift from her grandmother protect Lise?



Lise doesn’t believe in vampires. Or so she tells herself. Though, she constantly wears the garnet necklace her grandmother gave her, which wards off the creatures. Andreas, the man she’s attracted to, seems more than a little interested in it. Could there be an ulterior motive?

Available from  Smashwords

Monday, May 20, 2013

Wet and Wild Blog Hop with Warriors, Vampires & Sizzling Sex!



Welcome to the Wet and Wild blog hop organized by the wonderful Skye Warren!

Do you enjoy reading sizzling historical romances with sexy warriors and magical heroines? If so, you might like my Roman/Druid romances set during the Roman invasion of Britain. Or do you prefer tortured vampire heroes in a Regency setting?

Just leave a comment on my blog or let me know which you love best - hot warriors or hot vampires - and you'll go into the draw to win one of my Ellora's Cave books - either Betrayed or Bloodlust Denied, winner's choice :-)
  





I'm offering one lucky commenter on my blog the choice of Betrayed or Bloodlust Denied. Betrayed is out now and I can send that straight away, but Bloodlust Denied releases on 7th June, so if you prefer that book I'll send it to you as soon as I receive my author copies next month!


Check out the fabulous Grand Prize for one lucky commenter participating in the blog hop! Awesome or what?
Please remember to leave your email address with your comment so that if you win we can contact you!


First Prize: $100 Gift Voucher for Victoria's Secret
Second Prize: Digital Gift Basket

Don't forget to check out all the other Wet and Wild players for more chances to win!

Sunday, May 19, 2013

Chapter One of BLOODLUST DENIED

I've just uploaded Chapter One of BLOODLUST DENIED onto my website, if you want to have a sneak peek :-)

Warning - this book is my hottest yet and is intended for those aged 18 years and over only!





Tired of the thin-blooded aristocrats in 1815 London, Alexius yearns for better sport. He is drawn to a dark-haired seductress who shows no fear and refuses to obey his commands. Entranced by such novelty, he denies his bloodlust and decides to keep her to warm his bed.

 Immortal vampire hunter Morana has never mistaken her prey before, but the dark stranger mesmerizes her, enticing her to forget everything but the dangerous pleasure she finds in his arms.

Neither one can deny the pull of the other, but there is something beyond the lust—a recognition neither can put a name to. The past and present collide and unless they discover the truth behind the lies, Death will triumph once more.

Inside Scoop: Silk makes much softer shackles than iron, but is just as binding as our lovers engage in light BDSM sport with spanking and mild submission in this risqué Regency story.
 

Friday, May 17, 2013

Giveaways Coming up in the Wet & Wild Blog Hop!






On Monday I'm participating in the Wet and Wild blog hop organized by Skye Warren and there will be a chance for one commenter on my blog to win an e-copy of either Betrayed or Bloodlust Denied! There are also fabulous Grand Prizes on offer - be sure to pop back on Monday for the scoop!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Horny Hump Day 15 May ~ BLOODLUST DENIED

A big welcome to this Wednesday's Horny Hump Day!

Here is a smoldering snippet from my 7th June release, Bloodlust Denied. The hero has just decided not to sink his fangs into Morana's succulent flesh...



It had been an eternity since he’d set himself a challenge, and what greater challenge could there be but to deny himself the orgasmic oblivion drinking her blood promised?


 His cock, still buried in her wet heat, stirred. There was time for another quick fuck before he clouded her mind and sequestered her at his country estate.




Tired of the thin-blooded aristocrats in 1815 London, Alexius yearns for better sport. He is drawn to a dark-haired seductress who shows no fear and refuses to obey his commands. Entranced by such novelty, he denies his bloodlust and decides to keep her to warm his bed.

 Immortal vampire hunter Morana has never mistaken her prey before, but the dark stranger mesmerizes her, enticing her to forget everything but the dangerous pleasure she finds in his arms.

Neither one can deny the pull of the other, but there is something beyond the lust—a recognition neither can put a name to. The past and present collide and unless they discover the truth behind the lies, Death will triumph once more.

Inside Scoop: Silk makes much softer shackles than iron, but is just as binding as our lovers engage in light BDSM sport with spanking and mild submission in this risqué Regency story.

Ellora's Cave 

Bloodlust Denied is now on Goodreads!
Don't forget to check out the other Horny Hump Day snippets!

Monday, May 13, 2013

Heart of Iron ~ Bec McMaster





I'm delighted to showcase book 2 in Bec McMaster's London Steampunk series, Heart of Iron out now from Sourcebooks!




Heart of Iron

London Steampunk Series, Book 2
Sourcebooks • May 2013


In the mist-shrouded streets of London’s dreaded Whitechapel district, werewolves, vampires and a clockwork army are one step away from battle...
 
NO ONE TO TRUST

Lena Todd is the perfect spy. Nobody suspects the flirtatious debutante could be a rebel against London’s vicious elite—not even the ruthless Will Carver, the one man she can’t twist around her little finger.

Will Carver, is more than man, he’s a verwolfen and he wants nothing to do with the dangerous beauty who drives him to the very edge of control. But when he finds Lena in possession of a coded letter, he realizes she’s in a world of trouble. To protect her, he’ll have to seduce the truth from her before it’s too late.

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Sunday, May 12, 2013

Sneak Peek Sunday 12 May ~ BLOODLUST DENIED

Welcome to Sneak Peek Sunday for May 12!





The rules are simple.

1. Sign up in the Linky List below. The Linky List will go live 12:01AM Monday and will close at 11:59PM Saturday night every week.
2. Post 6 paragraphs (no more, no less) from either a WIP or a published work. The post must be live by 9:00AM Sunday.
3. Open to both un-published and published authors.
4. Post the link back to Sneak Peek Sunday so that others can hop along.
5. HAVE FUN!!





 This is a scene from my upcoming erotic paranormal romance, Bloodlust Denied. The hero, Alexius, has just discovered Morana again, three years after their first erotic encounter.



But there was no mistake, as her evocative fragrance spun through his senses, intoxicating tendrils igniting his mind. For a second he froze, unable to believe that after all this time he’d once again found her, but there was no mistake. His body had only ever reacted so violently to Morana’s presence.

Lust stirred deep in his groin, thickening his shaft, arousing his anger, heightening every sensitized nerve.

She meant nothing to him. Yet their fleeting encounter in a squalid back alley obsessed his thoughts and corroded his reason. He should have taken her blood when he’d had the chance, and then she would have been like all the others he’d claimed.

Forgotten.

Instead the memory of her body plagued him, the recollection of her voice haunted him and the circumstance in which she had left him tormented his sanity.

Tonight she would not escape him. Tonight, vengeance would be his.



 

Coming on 7th June from Ellora's Cave

Tired of the thin-blooded aristocrats in 1815 London, Alexius yearns for better sport. He is drawn to a dark-haired seductress who shows no fear and refuses to obey his commands. Entranced by such novelty, he denies his bloodlust and decides to keep her to warm his bed.

 Immortal vampire hunter Morana has never mistaken her prey before, but the dark stranger mesmerizes her, enticing her to forget everything but the dangerous pleasure she finds in his arms.

Neither one can deny the pull of the other, but there is something beyond the lust—a recognition neither can put a name to. The past and present collide and unless they discover the truth behind the lies, Death will triumph once more.

Inside Scoop: Silk makes much softer shackles than iron, but is just as binding as our lovers engage in light BDSM sport with spanking and mild submission in this risqué Regency story.

Ellora's Cave 

Bloodlust Denied is now on Goodreads!

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Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Horny Hump Day ~ BLOODLUST DENIED

Welcome to this week's Horny Hump Day!

Today I'm sharing three sexy sentences from my upcoming dark vampire romance, Bloodlust Denied.






His lips closed over the puckered nipple, and her gasp of shock only served to increase the power of his lust. Gently he sucked on the firm flesh, when every throb of his engorged cock demanded he plunge his fangs into her. That he drink from her full, temping breast, suck her sweet blood from her, and satisfy this ravenous frenzy.







Tired of the thin-blooded aristocrats in 1815 London, Alexius yearns for better sport. He is drawn to a dark-haired seductress who shows no fear and refuses to obey his commands. Entranced by such novelty, he denies his bloodlust and decides to keep her to warm his bed.

 Immortal vampire hunter Morana has never mistaken her prey before, but the dark stranger mesmerizes her, enticing her to forget everything but the dangerous pleasure she finds in his arms.

Neither one can deny the pull of the other, but there is something beyond the lust—a recognition neither can put a name to. The past and present collide and unless they discover the truth behind the lies, Death will triumph once more.

Inside Scoop: Silk makes much softer shackles than iron, but is just as binding as our lovers engage in light BDSM sport with spanking and mild submission in this risqué Regency story.


Ellora's Cave 

Bloodlust Denied is now on Goodreads!

Don't forget to check out the other Horny Hump Day snippets!

Monday, May 06, 2013

Blind Attraction by Eden Summers COVER REVEAL!

I'm delighted to announce that the very lovely Eden Summers has a fab contest for her upcoming romance, Blind Attraction! Don't forget to enter the rafflecopter below to be in with a chance to win :-)


Coming on May 28th, the first book in the Reckless Beat rock star series.




Book Blurb

He can seduce with a single glance.

Peering down at a sea of fans, rock star, Mitchell Davies can’t deny the innocent beauty of a woman in the front row. He’ll stop at nothing to get to know her. When a public altercation leaves her weak and defenseless, he takes the opportunity to be her savior.

She’s been sheltered from the world.

Alana Shelton wants to spread her wings and experience life away from her restrictive upbringing. But she isn’t prepared for a gorgeous stranger to sweep her off her feet while at her most vulnerable.

Attraction will bring them together, but their pasts will try to tear them apart.
 
He wants to teach her how to trust, but she’ll show him how to love. In a glamorous world of rock-and-roll, only time will tell if they’re up for the challenge.

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I am giving away three ADVANCED EBOOK COPIES of Blind Attraction. First prize will also receive this gorgeous beaded purse charm valued at $10 and made by Swagmaster Designs.






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Sunday, May 05, 2013

Sneak Peek Sunday ~ BLOODLUST DENIED

Welcome to Sneak Peek Sunday for 5th May!

Today I'm showcasing six paragraphs from my upcoming Ellora's Cave release, Bloodlust Denied, a dark Regency vampire romance.

This scene is from the start of the book, where the hero, Alexius, first sees the heroine, Morana.





The refined garden square of St James faded into the distance, and the dank underbelly of London rolled over him like a fetid corpse. Whores called out to him, reached for him, their already dead eyes following him. But tonight they weren’t enough. Their polluted, weary blood offended his senses and revulsion skittered along his spine at the thought of slaking his hunger with any but the one he sought.


He turned into another dark alley, the stink of decay and despair wrapping around him in an unwelcome caress of death. But threaded through every beat of this misbegotten city her scent throbbed, rich, vibrant. Closer.


So close he could taste the sweetness, savor the texture, feel the thick luscious fluid as it pumped down his throat. Lust stirred deep in his groin, thickening his shaft and the haunting melody of a single violin scarcely penetrated the heavy thud of desire that pounded through his temples.


And then he saw her, captured in the flickering light of a single lantern. Long black hair cascaded down her back and slender arms arched above her head as her lithe body undulated to the exquisite strains of the violin.


She appeared oblivious to her captivated audience, and Alexius ignored the dozen or so drunken men gathered around her. They were of no consequence. This woman was his, and he intended to have her.


The intricate crescendo sank into his brain, pounding in tandem with escalating lust. The woman spun faster, heedless of the broken cobblestones, heedless of his deadly intent. Focused only on her own pleasure in the music, in the movement, in the sensuous cocoon she wove.

 


Coming on 7th June from Ellora's Cave


Lured by blood, driven by lust, Alexius is fascinated by the dark haired seductress who shows no fear and refuses to obey his every command. Entranced by such novelty he denies his rabid bloodlust. Instead he’ll keep her to warm his bed until he tires of her ready tongue and tempting body.

Immortal vampire hunter Morana has never mistaken her prey before. But the dark stranger mesmerizes her, enticing her to forget everything but the dangerous pleasure she finds in his arms, until reality intrudes and she flees his addictive embrace.

When Alexius unexpectedly finds her again he’s determined to exact retribution for the way she vanished three years ago. Abduction, bondage and decadent seduction feature in his plans, but before the sun rises dynamics have shifted and he’s the one fighting the silken bonds of captivity.

But as they fall under each other’s erotic spell the past and present collide and unless they discover the truth behind the lies, Death will triumph once more.

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Friday, May 03, 2013

5 Star Review for BETRAYED

I was thrilled to receive the link to this review of BETRAYED a couple of days ago, from Tina at areadersreviewblog. Here is an extract, and the full review can be read at areadersreviewblog.


"Nimue is a fantastic heroine, not only brave but also possessing great knowledge as she is an acolyte to the goddess Arianrhod. She seeks guidance and enlightenment in some mystical scenes which take place throughout the novel. She is also a skilled healer and archer. She is loyal to her people and wants to free them from the indignities she sees them suffer. She knows that Tacitus will view her actions as the ultimate betrayal and also what will happen to her if she fails. She also carries a secret burden and heartbreak from her past.

Tacitus is a wonderful hero, masterful and passionate. A complex and honourable individual, he does not always conform to Roman views. He has never taken a slave and will not force himself on a woman. Tacitus is entranced by Nimue, who is open and confident in her sexuality and is amused that she, a slave, gives him orders. He strives to understand her customs and beliefs. However, what will he do when he discovers that she is not just a Celt, but a Druid who communes with the gods, let alone one who is hell bent on betraying his trust?

The author creates a world full characters that jumped of the page. I am no scholar of ancient Britain but she appears to have done a lot of research into the customs, religion and medicinal uses of various herbs etc. of the time. The erotic scenes are beautifully executed and you could really sense the growing connection between the lovers, who, despite being sworn enemies were a perfect foil for each other. I feared that I, along with my Kindle, would spontaneously combust whilst reading it!

I recommend this novel to all lovers of erotic romance, especially those who like a historical theme and a strong heroine and a leading man who is the embodiment of male sexuality and virtue. I am looking forward to the next book in the series, Tainted."







 
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Wednesday, May 01, 2013

Horny Hump Day ~ BETRAYED

Welcome to this week's Horny Hump Day!

A druid priestess is captured and enslaved to a Roman tribune who must decide whether his loyalty lies with his heritage or the woman he suspects may be Rome's deadliest enemy... 



And here are my three sexy sentences from my recent release, Betrayed.  Tacitus has been fighting his desire for Nimue, but temptation overcomes him :-)

Feverishly his fingers bunched up her gown, exposing her thighs, until he gripped the material and wrenched it up to her waist.


Honey-blonde curls crowned her glistening lips, her flesh plump and pink and deliriously tantalizing. Mesmerized by the sheer eroticism of how she angled her hips toward him and by her evocative musky scent that caused his cock to thicken, he couldn’t remember why taking her was such a bad idea.



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In 51 A.D., Druid priestess Nimue is injured and enslaved by the hated Roman Legions. Even though she is drawn to her captor, she’s determined to escape and complete her mission for the Briton king and her duty to Arianrhod, the goddess she is bound to.

The tough Roman warrior who captures her is far from the brutal barbarian she expects. His touch inflames her desires and passion burns between them. Though Nimue does not accept her enslavement, her heart surrenders to her enemy. When Arianrhod appears to her in the form of an owl, Nimue knows the union is blessed.

Roman warrior Tacitus is enchanted by the fiery beauty who shows no fear and challenges him at every turn. Though enslaving her goes against his heart, he’s determined to make her his. No woman has ever heated his blood as she does. But when he discovers her true nature as one who actually communes with the gods, his loyalties are torn between his heritage and a woman who could destroy everything he’s ever believed in.
 
A Romantica® fantasy erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave