Blog Tour: The Last Witch

 

 

 

The Last Witch Synopsis

 

For generations the Incenaga Witches have been forced to use their power to fulfill the wishes of others until they are drained of their magic and left to die. Desperate to protect his infant daughter - the last surviving witch - Emmeline’s father escapes with her to the forests where he vows to keep her hidden from the world and from the truth.

 

Sixteen years later, Emmeline is discovered and finds herself in the grip of a traitor who will stop at nothing to get what he wants, even if it means abusing her power until she dies. She is taken to a distant country and told she must marry the Crown Prince or her own country will be overtaken, its people slaughtered. But what sort of prince would marry a witch? And why would she be the difference between war and peace?

 

As she fights to regain her freedom, she is faced with a choice between a prince who offers a lifetime of security and a common gamekeeper who has no idea of her power, but offers his heart.

 

But who do you trust when your power can be used against you?

 

 My Review: This book was amazing...  Once I started I did not want to put it down. I regretfully had too because of my job, but I found myself thinking of all the characters while I was away and compelled to finish it as soon as possible . This book has everything for every type of reader. Action, adventure, mystery, romance and fantasy. The main character Emmeline transformation in this book is wonderful. The strength she gains is empowering. This story had me at the edge of my seat, biting my nails and heart pounding.

  The pace of the novel was great too even though it took place over months the author focused on the action and adventure of certain days instead of going into extensive detail of long drawn out days. The story was unique and I found myself drawn in from the first page, as Emmeline discovers her powers a lot of openings for the story that lead the way for the next two books in this delightful trilogy to explore and I am looking forward to reading every one

    

                                                           4.25 out of  5 stars

 

 

About the Author

Debbie Dee recently moved to southern Idaho with her husband and three children where she is learning how to be a country girl in her favorite pair of blue heels. She adores fairy tales and happy endings, but secretly crushes on the bad guy now and then. As a dedicated musician who practices way too much, she never expected writing would sweep her off her feet until she jotted down a scene from a daydream, which turned into two scenes, which turned into a messy house and her first novel. Since then she hasn’t been able to let a day go by without writing. Her website is www.debbiedee.com.

Websites and links- 

www.debbiedee.com 

https://www.facebook.com/debbiedeeauthor

https://twitter.com/_DebbieDee

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16035850-the-last-witch

http://amzn.com/B009AE0L8S

 

Dusty Reads

New Feature

going to post every Thursday I am going to join


Dusty Reads is a meme started by Giselle at Xpresso Reads featuring a book that has been sitting unread on your shelf for some time. Books don't have to be 'x' years old. If you've had the book for a few months without reading it, it's dusty!


so here is the first

Stripped

Brian Freeman

 St. Martin's Paperbacks

 

They looked like isolated cases: a hit-and-run and a celebrity murdered during a fling with a prostitute. No one could ever imagine they'd be linked to a brutal crime in Las Vegas's steamy past--and that the race against the clock to corner a determined serial killer would stir up secrets long thought buried with the dead. As detectives Jonathan Stride and Serena Dial are called separately to investigate, they have no idea what they're stepping into: a world where desperate ambition rules and loyalties know no bounds, and where their own uncharted emotions and sexual desires will reach an explosive conclusion.

 

 

I have read the first one and the series "Immoral" and already reviewed it. This book has been sitting on my shelf for about a year now and I need to make room.

 

 

 

 

 

Others Who post Dusty Reads:

 

Beas Book Nook - Tuesday

 



Watch 4 Wednesday

Here are a few Books I am looking forward to there release

 Curse of the Thirteenth Fey : The true tale of Sleeping Beauty

Jane Yolen

Philomel 

 

Gorse is the thirteenth and youngest in a family of fairies tied to the evil king's land and made to do his bidding. Because of an oath made to the king's great-great-ever-so-many-times-great-grandfather, if they try to leave or disobey the royals, they will burst into a thousand stars.

When accident-prone Gorse falls ill just as the family is bid to bless the new princess, a fairytale starts to unfold. Sick as she is, Gorse races to the castle with the last piece of magic the family has left--a piece of the Thread of Life. But that is when accident, mayhem, and magic combine to drive Gorse's story into the unthinkable, threatening the baby, the kingdom, and all.


 Prettiest Doll

Gina Willner- Pardo

Clarion Books

 

“It’s good to be pretty. I’m really lucky.” So begins the story of thirteen-year-old Olivia, or Liv, who started winning beauty pageants at age three. Lately she’s been wondering, however, if that’s all she is. She gets a chance to find out when she meets a runaway named Dan and they embark on a trip to Chicago, each determined to uncover family secrets. This story of two teens from very different backgrounds making their way in a world preoccupied with physical appearance sparkles with wry humor, romance, and a revealing behind-the-scenes glimpse at the world of beauty pageants

 

 

Velvet

Mary Hooper

Bloomsbury USA Childrens

 

Velvet is an orphan. She struggles to make ends meet by working in a steam, laundry, where the work is back-breaking and exhausting. So when she attracts the attention of the glamorous clairvoyant Madame Savoya, she cannot believe her good fortune.

Raised to the status of lady's maid, Velvet is given elegant clothes to wear and is brought to live in a grand house in London. But the longer she works for Madame Savoya, the more she discovers about the mysterious world of a spiritual medium. Velvet soon realises that her employer is not quite what she seems and that this knowledge could put her very life in danger

Mailbox Monday (A little late)

 

 

Okay been away for a while. I have been trying promote the blog so I have been signing up for blog tour. Well it seems I signed up for quite a few .So I have been reading a lot more and everything else is taking a back set to make sure I am ready for the tours.

 

 

 

I did win some books from Goodreads and Blogs.

 

 

From Goodreads I won

 

 

 

 

And from Blogs( Sorry I don't remember which ones ) I won

 

After all the tours I am going to sit down and read all of these so exspect reviews for them in the months to come.

 

 

 

 



Cover Reveal:FIRE

COVER REVEAL :FIRE

 

 

Title: Fire (Elemental, #4)

Age Group: Young Adult/New Adult

Genre: Urban fantasy

Expected Release: December 18, 2012

Cover Design: Mooney Designs

Cover reveal organized by: AToMR Tours

 Goodreads  http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16090522-fire)

 

Summary

Demons, faeries, and mermaids. Claws, teeth, and nightmares.

They have been beaten and bruised, set on fire, and nearly drowned, but manage to always find their way home.  Over their last Winter Holiday break before college, Shayna, Jodi, and Steven try again to put aside the magic in their lives for a little mundane fun. But Shayna's mother is having dreams of fire and death. A mysterious stranger by the name of Liam has just arrived in town. And Shayna's attempts to manage her new angelic powers are set back by Steven's insistence that the trio intervene in a riot outside of a concert, with disastrous consequences.

In her attempt to stop the riot, a man sees Shayna use her magical abilities – a man driven mad by watching his brother die at the hands of a black witch. He stalks Shayna, plotting to destroy her and her friends. With her mother’s warnings echoing in her mind, Shayna is now in the fight of her life against an unlikely foe: a human man.

 

Bio:

Like so many other writers, Shauna grew up as an avid reader, it was in high school that she realized she wanted to be a writer. Five years ago Shauna started work on her Elemental Series and released the first installment, Earth, on May 1, 2011. When not reading and writing, Shauna enjoys cooking and playing hostess whenever she can.

 

 

Friday: Cover Reveal - Reaction

Cover Reveal


First there was Reflection

Reflection

By Jessica Roberts

Release Date: February 17, 2012

289 pages

Summary from Goodreads:

Bright, spunky Heather Robbins has escaped her small hometown and is anxiously beginning her freshman year of college. Rising above her rocky childhood, she’s found a place where good things are finally starting to happen: her own private apartment, refreshing college classes, and an intense attachment to a mysterious and rugged classmate, Nick Richards.

But when her dreamy college life turns out to be nothing more than a wonderful dream while resting in a coma, questions threaten.

Now, Heather must press forward to unlock the real past, and find the answers buried deep in her mind. What she unlocks instead is a roller coaster ride through flashbacks, embellished memories, and a whirlwind romance.

And when it’s all over and she comes face to face with the truth, will she lose everything she’s fallen in love with?

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13504524-reflection

 

 

 

 

Now

 

 

Reaction: Reflection #2

By Jessica Roberts

Release Date: November 6, 2012

Book Description: (Spoilers if you haven't read Reflection!)

Harmony…

I’ve previously had that in my life, but only once, briefly, a while ago. It was during the time I’d started my first year of college. My own apartment, a new old car, and a life free of deadbeat stepfathers, all of which was fulfilling enough. But if it wasn’t, I also had a best friend, soul mate, and boyfriend all in one. Yes, life was near perfect.

But one stormy night can change everything…

For many months I rested in a prolonged sleep, fighting for my life. Well, more than fighting for it, also dreaming of it. Dreaming of him. Thank goodness, the dream is over and I’m back in the real world now. And all I want is for everything to return to the way it was. But nothing’s the same; most of all, us.

Once again, I find myself at the crossroads of a ruthless battle, this time not for life, but love. Do I fight for the guy I twice fell for, or do I let her take him away?

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16075522-reaction

 

 

 

 

 

About The Author

 

 

 

 

 

 

JESSICA ROBERTS grew up in the San Francisco, California Bay Area where she spent most of her time playing sports alongside her six siblings. She was crowned Miss Teen California her senior year of high school, and went on to Brigham Young University where she graduated in Human Development. Her love of family, church, writing, athletics, and singing and dancing keeps her life busy and fulfilled. She currently resides in Utah with her husband and three children.

website

http://www.jessicarobertsauthor.blogspot.com/

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Watch for Wednesday

Well as I said I am trying to stay away from the usual and try different books. Here are some I think we will enjoy

 

Sacred

Elana K. Arnold

Delacorte Books for Young Readers

Nov 13th

 

 

A grieving girl meets a boy with mystical powers in this passionate love story.
Growing up on Catalina Island, off the California coast, Scarlett Wenderoth has led a fairly isolated life. After her brother dies, her isolation deepens as she withdraws into herself, shutting out her friends and boyfriend. Her parents, shattered by their own sorrow, fail to notice Scarlett's pain and sudden alarming thinness. Scarlett finds pleasure only on her horse, escaping to the heart of the island on long, solitary rides. One day, as she races around a bend, Scarlett is startled by a boy who raises his hand in warning and says one word: "Stop."

The boy—intense, beautiful—is Will Cohen, a newcomer to the island. For reasons he can't or won't explain, he's drawn to Scarlett and feels compelled to keep her safe. To keep her from wasting away. His meddling irritates Scarlett, though she can't deny her attraction to him. As their relationship blossoms into love, Scarlett's body slowly awakens at Will's touch. But just when her grief begins to ebb, she makes a startling discovery about Will, a discovery he's been grappling with himself. A discovery that threatens to force them apart. And if it does, Scarlett fears she will unravel all over again. 

 

 

 

Falling for You

Lisa Schroeder

Simon Pulse
Jan. 1st

 

Rae's always dreamed of dating a guy like Nathan. He’s nothing like her abusive stepfather—in other words, he’s sweet. But the closer they get, the more Nathan wants of her time, of her love, of her...and the less she wants to give.

As Rae’s affection for Nathan turns to fear, she leans on her friend Leo for support. With Leo, she feels lighter, happier. And possessive Nathan becomes jealous.

Then a tragedy lands Rae in the ICU. Now, hovering between life and death, Rae must find the light amid the darkness…and the strength to fight for life and the love she deserves.