Friday 56: Silent Partner by Renee Vincent - Book Review

This Friday 56 is dedicated to my friend (and fast becoming good friend) author, Rene Vincent.

The rules state to grab the closet book and post some lines from page 56. But I am going to break that rule. Instead, I will be posting my lines and giving a review of the book. 

I want to give props to Renee because she's not only an extremely kind person, but she is very helpful to unpublished writers like myself, who have no clue as to what it means to be published.

In short, she's a giver.

She gives back and so I am doing my thing to give back to her by promoting her books. I have read Silent Partner and all I can say is, WOW...I am in awe of Renee's writing skills. 

In fact, this book is the inspiration for next weeks Man Candy Monday. Renee is on a promotional blog tour (see dates below) promoting 'Silent Partner'.

She will be giving away an autographed copy of one of her books:

RAELIKSEN  -  (Book 1)  or    MAC LIAM  -  (Book 2)  winner's choice and a $15 Amazon gift card! 

      
The rules are posted at her blog Past The Print. There's still time to enter in the contest, so please stop by each blog and leave a message.

In December of this year, I will have the esteemed pleasure of interviewing her; so please stop back.

For now...enjoy. I know I did!

Bttrfliesz Are Free would like to thank Freda's Voice

Silent Partner by Renee Vincent

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Turqouise Morning press||All Romance e-Books||Digi books

Opening her mouth to him, she took his passion and ran free with it. Her tongue slipped between his lips, soft and heated, and found the powerful hunger of him inside. Finally, he severed every restraint tethered around his fiery spirit, his hands swarming her body with wild fervency.

In the blink of an eye, he gripped the collar of her worn t-shirt with both hands and tore it in half, stripping her of her lucky shirt, his mouth never leaving hers.

Review – Silent Partner

Have you ever read a book where the character stays with you long after the story has finished? Hot, sexy, and a slow burn comes to my mind, when reading this story. From page one, you’re actively engaged with Grayson Anders and Chloe LaRoche as Vincent weaves a passionate tale of love, anguish and triumph. Along the way, she takes you on a plot-twisting ride that touches the heart, mind, and soul. I walked away from Silent Partner with a smile on my face and lightness in my heart.

Renee Vincent Blog Tour Schedule:

April 12: Romance by Chance
April 13: History Undressed
April 18: Coffee and Romance...a book blog
April 19: Tina Donahue presents...
April 20: Beyond Romance, Tess McKall's Hotter Than a Sultry Southern Night, Romance Junkies
April 21: Sweet N Sexy Divas, Romance Books R Us
April 25 - 29: Chicks of Characterization 
April 26: Heart of Romance (Interview)
April 28: Author Keri Ford's Blog
May 10: Life unedited
May 18 & 19: Author Elaina Lee's blog

Friday 56: The Blue Viking - Sandra Hill

This Friday 56 is dedicated to my fellow authors and Celtic Heart members, Renee Vincent and Kris Tualla.  

Like the lovely Sandra Hill, these ladies are definitely connoisseurs in all things Viking. 

Thank God for us! Skål!

Bttrfliesz are Free thanks Freda's Voice:                                                               

 

Here Are The Rules:
*Grab a book, any book.
*Turn to page 56.
*Find any sentence that grabs you.
*Re-post it here.

 Sandra Hill - The Blue Viking

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| Powell's | Books-a-Million |

Lick it? Lick it? Where do I get these ideas?

Despite all the reasons she had to hate Rurik, Maire felt an intense ache begin in her breast, which caused their traitorous nipples to bead for his appreciative scrutiny. 

Friday 56: Lover Mine by JR Ward

Rules:

• Grab the book nearest to you.
• Turn to page 56
• Post any sentence from that page (plus one or two others if you like) along with these instructions on your blog. If you do not have your own blog, post it in the comments section of this blog.
• Don’t dig for your favorite book, the coolest or even the most intellectual. Just use the closet book. 

Bttrfliesz Are Free credits Freda's Voice for the Friday 56

 Lover Mine by JR Ward

 

Lights off in the bath. Lights off in the room

Him and the Jack sitting on the bed...

Blay came down the way next. Aside from V, he was the only other person who smoked in the house, so that was how John knew it was him. And Qhuinn was with the guy. Had to be. Otherwise Blay wouldn't have lit up outside of his own room.  

Teaser Tuesday - Tall, Dark and Wolfish by Lydia Dare

Repost from Freda's Voice blogspot

* Grab your current read.

* Let the book fall open to a random page.

* Share with us two (2) “teaser” sentences from that page, somewhere between lines 7 and 12.

* You also need to share the title of the book that you’re getting your “teaser” from…that way people can have some great book recommendations if they like the teaser you’ve given.

* Please avoid spoilers!

Lydia Dare's Tall, Dark and Wolfish

Ben shook his head. "No she's gone. And you took her from me. Clarke said you rode off together."

Friday 56: Highland Captive by Hannah Howell

Rules:

• Grab the book nearest to you.
• Turn to page 56
• Post any sentence from that page (plus one or two others if you like) along with these instructions on your blog. If you do not have your own blog, post it in the comments section of this blog.
• Don’t dig for your favorite book, the coolest or even the most intellectual. Just use the closet book. 

Bttrfliesz Are Free credits Freda's Voice for the Friday 56

Parlan swore and ran his hand through his hair, unable to conceal his agitation. "I cannae allow this marriage."

"Ye cannae allow it?" Leith glared at the man. "Ye are a MacGuin nae a Mengue. 'Tisnae your place to allow or to disallow."

"Aye, but tis I who holds her now."

REPOST: A Dynamic Story Writing Contest!

Would you like to show off your writing skills? Would you like to win signed books from four fabulous authors plus a $20 Amazon gift card? Then hop over to So Little time here's mine blog and post your 3-5 sentences. 

I have already posted my entry. 

Instructions are below - Reposted from So Little time heres mine blog

If by chance you discover that 4 delightfully gifted authors namely Chantel Simmons, Irene Zutell, Jane Porter and Laura Vosika collaborated in crafting a few sentences of what could possibly be a great tale of fantasy, humor, horror, mystery, romance or even tragedy, would you take part in this interesting concept? If so, then, please continue to read.

What is a contest without prizes:

Our generous authors will each choose a winner, the prizes are:

from Chantel Simmons - Stuck In Downward Dog (signed).

from Irene Zutell - Pieces of Happily Ever After (signed).

from Jane Porter - Winner gets to choose the book will also receive a mystery prize.

from Laura Vosika - Blue Bells Of Scotland (signed).

In addition, all 4 authors will decide on 1 winner who will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card.

Let the fun begin:
Chantel opened with a very interesting story, Irene continued and added her spice to it, Jane provided her insights on what was going on, and then Laura brought in her take on things.

The contest is to write a story with 3-5 sentences that will be in the same line of thought of our developing dynamic story and since it's your entry, it will be in your own distinctive voice.

Please note that the entry needs to be within 3-5 sentences.

How to Win:

1. Please add your 3-5 sentences on the comment below. Make sure to include your email address per entry.

2. Like our facebook fan page So Many Books, So Little Time, So Here's Mine

3. Follow this blog
4. Please repost in facebook, twitter, your blog or website and say where you posted it.

5. Check out the Recommended Reads by our awesome authors.

Have fun writing =)

Contest ends on April 4 at 10PST.

Read an e-Book This Week!

This week is Read an E-book week.

At Smashwords, you can purchase many titles at an amazing discount ranging from 25% to 50% off the normal price.

                             

The dates for this sale is March 6-12,2011. 

You can find wonderful stories like the ones listed below at Smash Words.

A Night of Secrets, A Historical Paranormal Romance - Lori Brighton

 Ebook Short Description  

When Grayson Bellamont finds his sister murdered and his seven-year-old niece missing, he sets out to uncover the truth and locate his niece before it’s too late. All leads point to Meg James, a vicar’s daughter. Instinct tells him Meg is innocent, but the clues he uncovers warn she’s guilty. One thing is clear, Meg awakens a warmth inside of him he thought long dead.

 

A Hint of Rapture - Miriam Minger

Ebook Short Description 

When Maddie's father was killed fighting for Bonnie Prince Charles, she swore to avenge his death. Disguised, she led raids against the Crown and vowed to love no man until the enemy was driven from her homeland. Captain Garrett Marshall was entrusted with the capture of the mysterious “Black Jack.” But the sensuous beauty hidden beneath the bandit’s garb tested his loyalty to his King.

 

An Absolute Mess - Sidney Ayers

Ebook Short Description 

An absolutely messed up fairytale...

Extended Description 

Jaylenne Feldspar refuses to marry Prince Leonardo von Absolute. Leo has a secret that just might change her mind. Full of pop culture references and hilarity galore, a short read guaranteed to leave you in side splitting bouts of laughter. 

I WON A TAMI DEE BOOK! YAY TO ME!

I just received a wonderful email from author Tami Dee. I have to say, she really made my wonderful weekend end on a high note.

The problem is that I had to choose between the four fabulous works Tami created.

Each book is very unique and definitely Viking. If you love a hot Viking, you will want to pick up Tami's books.

The book I chose, I found very interesting.

As a woman of color dating a man outside her race, in my own writing, I try to reflect the experiences I have had in an interracial relationship.

This is why I am so excited to read Beyond a Viking Horizon. The story grabbed me from the moment I read the premise of the story.

Balmung Nabbodderson is a man whose feet are as firmly planted in the year 908 as the roots of his thriving crops.

Until, that is, he makes an unexpected discovery within the very soil he had vowed never to leave…

Iris Johnson is a woman of color, living in the time of the Great Depression. Suddenly widowed, she is left to raise four children against all odds.

With the security and well being for her children her utmost concern, will she be able to trust and open her heart to a man who claims to have come from a Time one thousand years past?
 

It isn’t often that I find an author writing across the racial divide. My hats off to you Tami Dee! I look forward to reading your very touching story.

Friday 56: The Taming of the Wolf by Lydia Dare

Well folks, I was suppose to do this on Friday, but I was at work very late. I wanted to participate Friday 56. I found the setup on Renee's Vincen't blog.

The concept came from Freda Voice's blog. Link to Freda's Blog here: http://fredasvoice.blogspot.com/

I loved the concept.

The book nearest me so happens to be the book that I am currently reading and thoroughly enjoying.

Author Lydia Dare 'The Taming of the Wolf'. Here is a link to her site: http://lydiadare.com/

I just started reading her books and plan on picking up the rest in the series.


To Participate, first go post your link on Renee's page: http://pasttheprint.blogspot.com/

And then follow these instructions:

* Grab the book nearest you. Right now.

* Turn to page 56.

* Post any sentence from that page (plus one or two others if you like) along with these instructions on your blog. (If you do not have your own blog) post it in the comments section of this blog.

* Don't dig for your favorite book, the coolest, the most intellectual. Use the CLOSEST.

'He couldn't help but imagine what it would feel like to have her hands on his bare skin. Heaven in every sense of the word.
'Caitrin turned her gaze from the window and settled her soft blue eyes on him. Besotted fool that he was. Dash's breath caught in his throat.'