Seduced By Books

Welcome to our blog!
Amy and Jennifer ARE Seduced by Books. We’re both in our 30’s, moms, close friends, work together, and share many of the same interests including our love of reading. Amy grew up in Maryland and has been obsessed with Vampires for as long as she can remember. Jenn grew up in Florida and loves the furry, the fey, and the fangs, in that order. Currently we are both in Orlando, FL. When we can be pulled away from books, Amy loves to bake and Jenn loves to take pictures and scrap.
We decided to create a place where we could direct friends, and acquaintances for, book suggestions/recommendations (Jenn’s been known to talk to strangers on the train while traveling in NYC). Once we started out with a simple page, we evolved from there. Now we are sharing our book reviews, fun comments, recipes, and giveaways. We try to give reviews on new releases, pre-releases, and oldies but goodies that we read, or are reading. We’re going to be adding author interviews for established and up and coming authors soon.

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Image by Jamie Magee

There is an ominous darkness, one that that is so dense and mind numbing that you can feel the chills race across your skin as the energy of the hatred behind it hovers near you. They thought that it was over…that he was dead….they never imagined that he was more powerful dead than he ever was alive.

A war is on the brink of erupting in the dark dimension of Esterious, the victory Willow had a few days ago was nothing less than vague memory. With each thought she has she fights the images of Drake’s dark eyes, his words… his promises. Doubt seeps into her soul as she stares forward and what could only be the hardest battle she has faced thus far.

Venus is meant to be the planet of love and peace….but when it falls into retrograde its influence changes. Matters of past relationships will surface; choices will be made with the mind and not the heart. Gateways to an evil that cannot be fathomed will open. Willow and Landen’s only defense is to hide their family away, and lock themselves in the palace that was once ruled by Donalt. The energy is heavy and dark within these walls…there is a presence that lingers and strikes at will. Cruel illusions are placed before Willow, but that is not even hardest part…what is hard is standing in room with Drake and Landen and listening to others tell you of lives that you cannot recall…for them to tell when and how you are going to die.
Every prediction and theory is about to be proven wrong…and the choice before Willow’s heart holds the lives of millions at stake. The question is will be she be able to see through the illusions before her and make a choice…she can live with? (courtesy of goodreads)

Book 3 in the Insight Series.

Over the top intensity drives this book! I LOVED it! Once I started - it was hard to put it down. We've been so closely wrapped up in Landen and Willow - all the while - there's DRAKE! Finally, in a battle to rip the scabs off those wounds and retch your emotions, we have IMAGE. I love Landen and Willow together, don't want it to end, however, I love DRAKE - I'm not saying to put Willow and Drake together, but this book dives hard into Drake. Thank you Jamie!!!! Amazingly the three must figure out their destiny!

I think that Landen is so strong emotionally and Drake is so strongly in tune with his emotions - what's the difference - well Landen is comfortable, he expresses himself, he's at one with Willow. Drake, well he acts out of emotion not matter if it's misplaced, and still he keeps it together. I can't explain it! I love them both! The private conversations with Drake and Willow in this book - - still giving me the chills - Jamie does it with her books everytime - and that's a good thing. I'm so right in the middle of the story.

Jamie doesn't just write, but she knows her astrology and stars - I love that she has done her research - there's so much in this series that shows the level of time it's taken to put together this world.

MAN! I just can't get some of the comments Drake made out of my head. And Dane - oh Dane - well, you just need to read this book!

Jamie - Well done - XOXOXO - thank you for this one - it's the topped the other two. I'm so emotionally vested in Landen, Willow and Drake :) !

6 slices

Monday, October 3, 2011

SCARLETT SCOTT is here - Guest Visit & Giveaway

WELCOME – Scarlett Scott – she writes sexy historical and contemporary romances. She lives with her hero and their adorable but occasionally evil puppy.

Blog: http://scarscoromance.blogspot.com

Twitter: @scarscoromance

Scarlett - - Thanks so much for allowing me to drop in today! I’m thrilled to be here to talk about my new contemporary romance, Reprieve. It’s a story that’s close to my heart. Of course, all my stories have special meaning for me, but this one is a little different. I wrote it during a time when I was trying to find my path the same way Sophie is trying to rediscover who she is in the wake of a life-changing tragedy.

Writing Sophie’s story propelled me through a pretty tough time and I loved every minute of it. In fact, I loved Sophie so much that I didn’t want to leave her world. I’m working on two additional contemporary romance featuring related characters right now.

What makes me tick? Well, I happen to be one of those writers who can’t make up her mind about what she wants to write, so I write everything I can. For now, that means I juggle contemporary with historical romance and mainstream romance with erotica. Sometimes I’m in the mood for a sweeping historical romp and sometimes I’m in the mood for a naughty modern love story. I’ve even been known to try my hand at paranormal romance as well…

But although I like to switch up the genres of books I write, my writing process stays the same. I have a habit of listening to instrumental music when I write. Soundtracks of historical movies are my favorites. At this moment, the Jane Eyre soundtrack is on heavy rotation on my iTunes when I’m working. It’s awesome writing music.

My inspirations come from everywhere—other books, movies, songs, real life events. You name it, I’ve probably found inspiration from it. Coming up with new book ideas is a brain function I can’t seem to turn off. I keep a file on my computer with lists of new book ideas. Usually, I find a new idea I fall for before I get the chance to look through the file, but it’s always there in case I hit a dry patch.

That sums me up as a writer in just a few paragraphs. Thanks again for letting me drop in. I look forward to chatting with you!

SBB - - You are always welcome Scarlett – Thanks so much for the opportunity, we are happy to kick off your tour for your latest release Reprieve. I (Jenn) am desperately waiting for the next book with these great characters from Reprieve – I too didn’t want to leave her world – Now that you all got to know a little about the way she makes the books – here’s all about her latest –

REPRIEVE:

It’s been a year since Sophie lost her husband and daughter in a car wreck but time hasn’t healed her wounds. A desperate choice leads her to Trevor, the handsome stranger who saves her life and leaves her wanting more than just a few steamy kisses.

Trevor is content living the fast-paced life of a successful NYC entrepreneur. The last kind of complication he needs is a troubled woman like Sophie. But he’s immediately drawn to her even if his bachelor instincts scream for him to run.

As Sophie struggles to fight her growing feelings for Trevor, she’s torn between her past and the future. Somehow, she has to find the strength to finally let go and move on with a man who is everything she never thought she wanted.

AND – if that wasn’t enough to get you on the road to reading this wonderful book – we get to release an excerpt!!!

"It’s been a year since Sophie lost her husband and daughter in a car wreck but time hasn’t healed her wounds. A desperate choice leads her to Trevor, the handsome stranger who saves her life and leaves her wanting more than just a few steamy kisses.

As you are fanning yourself - don't forget the giveaway and read our review here.

GIVEAWAY – Ms Scott is giving away a $10 Amazon Gift Card – comment below to be entered to win. For more chances – be sure to follow and comment on all the posts in the tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions.

October 4: Black Velvet Seductions
October 5: Romance With An Attitude
October 5: REVIEW Reviews by Molly
October 6: Carrie Ann Ryan's Blog
October 7: Naughty in the Backseat

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Reprieve by Scarlett Scott

Blush sensuality level: This is a sensual romance (may have explicit love scenes, but not erotic in frequency or type). It’s been a year since Sophie lost her husband and daughter in a car wreck but time hasn’t healed her wounds. A desperate choice leads her to Trevor, the handsome stranger who saves her life and leaves her wanting more than just a few steamy kisses. Trevor is content living the fast-paced life of a successful NYC entrepreneur. The last kind of complication he needs is a troubled woman like Sophie. But he’s immediately drawn to her even if his bachelor instincts scream for him to run. As Sophie struggles to fight her growing feelings for Trevor, she’s torn between her past and the future. Somehow, she has to find the strength to finally let go and move on with a man who is everything she never thought she wanted. (Courtesy of Amazon)

From the first chapter – Scarlett Scott has you hooked on the sparktacular chemistry between Sophie and Trevor. Proven in this story that when two are meant to be together, their bodies and hearts know. I was completely swallowed in Sophie’s world. A few times I wanted to reach in and shake her but as the story unfolds those stubborn points just add to the emotional ride.

As Sophie struggled with losing her husband – she wasn’t going to make it – Trevor has been her hero more times that just one. Scott keeps the plot building as she adds a few ‘uh-oh’ moments. Sophie’s strong-willed stubborn streak is a challenge, but our Scott pulls Trevor over the challenge. There’s a little bit of everything in this book, humor, romance, and of course a challenge for our love birds.

I still haven’t wanted to leave this world. We have Scarlett Scott joining us tomorrow and she’s saying she hopes to write more books about some of our key characters in this series. I’m hoping for Marcus – I love his intuitive character!

I'm giving this 5 slices - it's not my normal paranormal genre, but that's what makes it even better - for contemporary romance it's at the top! Held me in it's tight grip the whole time. Come back tomorrow for Scarlett's visit and some extra insight - as well as the giveaway :)

Purchase Reprieve Here

Saturday, September 24, 2011

Soul Thief by Jana Oliver

Riley Blackthorne is beginning to learn that there are worse things than death by demon. And love is just one of them…

Seventeen-year-old Riley has about had it up to here. After the devastating battle at the Tabernacle, trappers are dead and injured, her boyfriend Simon is gravely injured, and now her beloved late father’s been illegally poached from his grave by a very powerful necromancer. As if that’s not enough, there's Ori, one sizzling hot freelance demon hunter who’s made himself Riley’s unofficial body guard, and Beck, a super over-protective “friend” who acts more like a grouchy granddad. With all the hassles, Riley’s almost ready to leave Atlanta altogether.
But as Atlanta’s demon count increases, the Vatican finally sends its own Demon Hunters to take care of the city’s “little” problem, and pandemonium breaks loose. Only Riley knows that she might be the center of Hell’s attention: an extremely powerful Grade 5 demon is stalking her, and her luck can't last forever…(courtesy of Amazon)

Book 2 in the Demon Trapper's Daughter series.

This book should be called Soul Deep - because that's how far it takes you. Our leading girl, Riley, has been through so much - losing both parents (we learn in book 1) how could she possibly take on much more. But that's exactly what happens. She's a demon trapper - well apprentice - and she's kicking ass! Her last name however, has her in a bind and demon's are hunting her down.

Of course, every teenage girl has drama - so why can't Riley just have to deal with the normal crap. No, not our girl, she's got drama in her love life all while she's trying to stay alive. My heart truly broke for her. I finished this book last night and couldn't wait to write my review. Oliver definitely delivers a story full of plot and action as well as sucking you into the character and living her emotional ride. I love Oliver's writing style, and I enjoy when a series drops off and picks right back up so you just don't lose the momentum. Even when they are months apart Oliver gets you right back in the middle of the story starting on the first page.

Oh Ori - WHY? GUT RETCHING! I'm pushing for my girl Riley, I can't wait to see how she pulls herself out of this and who ends up by her side when she does it! I enjoyed that the first 2 chapters of the third book are a sneak peek in the end of this book. But I'm DYING for it to come out. **SPOILER** Riley my girl, it's ok, the next time will be better, and I'm hoping it will be with a certain trapper :)