The Prince Who Loved Me (The Oxenburg Princes, #1) by Karen Hawkins - Review

Dear all, 

I'm so delight to write a review about a historical book that has something that we all love. The blurring of a reader getting to fall in love with their dream hero. I think if this is something of interest with you then you should read this book and the review I did about it. 

The Prince Who Loved Me (The Oxenburg Princes, #1)  by Karen Hawkins

Meet the Princes of Oxenburg... Fairytales with a sizzling, Scottish, and delightfully sparkling twist from New York Times bestseller Karen Hawkins. Fans of Julia Quinn, Monica McCarty and Julie Garwood will fall under the spell of this enchanting romance.

Once upon a time a rakish prince who didn't believe in true love met a stubborn fair lady who wouldn't settle for anything less...

Prince Alexsey Romanovin revels in his life of carefree flirtation. So when his grandmother insists it's time for him to wed and whisks him away to Scotland, Alexsey vows to foil her plans. And when he stumbles upon Bronwyn Murdoch, the prince thinks he's found his answer.

Bookish Bronwyn has no time for a handsome flirt - no matter how intoxicating his kisses are. And she knows full well that a spoiled, arrogant prince wouldn't be seriously interested in such a firm-minded female. But if Alexsey is foolish enough to play such a game, then Bronwyn is determined to turn it upside down, and prove that an ordinary woman can bring a prince to his knees...

For more fun, flirty and dazzling romance, look out for Book Two in Karen Hawkin's Princes of Oxenburg series, The Prince And I, and The Princess Wore Plaid enovella. And catch her fabulous Duchess Diaries series.

Review 5/5

This book was just perfect in my opinion up until the ending. That was the part that I struggled with because I didn't feel like it was the best way to bring those two back together. It seemed to me that Bronwyn gave in too easily to his pitch of marriage. I also felt like there should be consequences to the grandmother and stepmother of the leading characters. 

The rest though made the book remain 5/5 stars for there were so few moments that I was thrown out of it and the detail she puts into the book is fantastic. I love the rich snippets of Bronwyn's favourite book as this proceeds. I think that the fact that Prince was going to give her a book was an incredible detail. The shoe part was a little odd for me as it was like she was making the last minute ditched attempt to make it feel like a Cinderella story. 

I will be continuing on with this series and look forward to seeing how the rest of it turns out. This, in my opinion, is a book for readers who are addicted to books as I am. The feel is perfect and it's so easy to read. I know that there is a lot of you out there that will enjoy this. So check it out and make sure its a part of your bookcase. 

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Kristal McKerrington 

Daylighters By Rachel Caine - Book 15 of The Morganville Series.

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Today, in my opinion, is a sad day for it turns out that we are saying goodbye to those we love in Morganville and closing the door on their journey. I have been there since the start, and it's breaking my heart to even consider writing this post. I must go forth and do what needs to be done before the tears take hold.

Daylighters- Rachel Caine

Something drastic has happened in Morganville while Claire and her friends were away. The town looks cleaner and happier than they've ever seen it before, but when their incoming group is arrested and separated - vampires from humans - they realise that the changes definitely aren't for the better. It seems that an organisation called the Daylight Foundation has offered the population of Morganville something they've never had: hope of a vampire-free future. And while it sounds like salvation - even for the vampires themselves - the truth is far more sinister and deadly. Now, Claire, Shane and Eve need to find a way to break their friends out of Daylighter custody, before the vampires of Morganville meet their untimely end ...Includes a brand new and exclusive Morganville short story.

Review: 5/5

Perfect ending to a whirlwind story that shouldn't be forgotten and must be read time after time. 

That was the first thing I thought after the tears had stopped pouring and my heart stopped pounding. The most magical moment is had in that book at the end. The journey throughout the book really did feel like they were tying up loose ends but in the right way. A much-needed way. 

Rachel deals from her deck of plot twists and heart wrecking moments right up to the very end. She doesn't just leave you wishing the series wouldn't end. She leaves a good warm fuzzy feeling behind. It just felt right and exactly how a fantastic series such as that should end. 

This series is a must buy!!!

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Kristal McKerrington 

Everlasting (Book 6 Immortals) By Alyson Noel Review

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I was sadden greatly yesterday when the amazing series came to an end by Alyson Noel who gives us all hope for some great things in the future. I hope to have the chance to review more up to date work as I get into other series this year.

At New Year I decided that I was going to get involved with those readers on Goodreads that wanted to finish the series they have started off this year. They came up with a fun way to do so and I'm now taking part. I can see a lot of moments where I'm sad the series has ended but happy that I was able to see the final chapters of these characters lives.

So stay tuned for that. :D

Everlasting By Alyson Noel. 

Their epic love story has captured the hearts of millions and enchanted readers across the world.Everlasting is the beautiful finale to Alyson Noël's bestselling Immortals series, in which their journey draws to a spectacular conclusion―where all will be revealed.

Their darkest enemies now defeated, Damen and Ever are free to embark upon their final quest―to free Damen from the poison lingering in his body. If they can just find the antidote, they'll finally be able to feel each other's touch―and experience the passionate night they've been longing for. But their fight to be together will lead them into the most formidable terrain yet…into the dark heart of Summerland.

Here in a land of scorched earth and endless rain, Ever and Damen will discover their relationship's hidden origins, expose a secret history they never imagined…and come face to face with the true reason fate keeps tearing them apart. Only then, when the final mystery is unraveled and the last secret revealed, Ever and Damen's future will hinge on one ultimate decision that will put everything at stake….even eternity.

Review- 5/5 Stars 

This book was going to be the one to finish the series and it was one of those kind of stories that were just waiting to explode with long, longing as well as answers to the most important questions. I found that Alyson Noel delivered on all of them and not just that. She found away to make sure that Damen and Ever never had to deal with their bad Karma again. It was something that I wasn't sure was going to be possible as I remained glued to the pages as they set out the twisting, heart aching story. 

At the end of the novel I could feel myself holding my breath wishing that Ever and Damen could be together. That they would find some way to make it through the hardest test of all. The one that would decide their fate as a couple. The challenge this time had to be done by Ever and Ever alone. It was the right answer to what she had been lacking for some time.

Inner strength. 

I was glad that there was a good out come for the soul of Haven, Drina, Roman and the others. I felt like it was something that would have been wrong if she hadn't addressed it. Despite how much we all really hated them. I was glad there wasn't a single thread that was left untied. I think that this takes more than a little talent to pull off and for Alyson Noel to do it so well then I couldn't be more impressed. 

  

I look forward to the next piece she does and I know for certain that its going to be more than worth any amount of waiting. 

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Kristal McKerrington 

Night Star- Alyson Noel Review

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I'm back with the next book review in The Immortals Series. Its book 5 and that means I'm heading into the final book. I'm going to be very sad that this is the end of the series.

Night Star Blurb: 

With 2 million copies of her "Immortals series" in print, Alyson Noel is one of the hottest paranormal teen authors writing today. "Night Star" continues the epic love story that has enchanted readers across the world. Ever and Damen must face bitter rivals, jealous friends and their own worst fears - all in the hope of being together forever. "Night Star" is guaranteed to mesmerize fans and leave them breathlessly awaiting the sixth and final book!

5/5 Stars - Review 

This book really is a good reminder and tale of what happens when you let the bad sides of your personality take over. We all have that dark side that sometimes we like to indulge but what happens when we don't know when to stop that is exactly what happens to Haven. Honor herself who plays a second part to this story has a hand in facing the over all view of life at school for Ever. Even Stacia plays her role in her demise from Queen Bee. 

Its poor Jude who finds himself caught up in the heart of everything again. Damen does the one thing that we will always wish our partners would do and makes and effort to be friends with him. Goes out of his way to forgive him. I'm loving all the twists and turns in this book. The way that Ever is forced to find her way for once and isn't saved. She finds her feet. 

This is the perfect book to lead up to the final one in the series. You need to savor the end of this great romantic story and figure out how you want this to end before it actually does...

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Thank you for stopping by and I hope that you will check back to read the final edition to the series. I hope that you have enjoyed this book review. Hope to see you again soon. 

Kristal McKerrington 

Dark Flame by Alyson Noel Review

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I'm so delighted to be reviewing the fourth book in the Immortal series by Alyson Noel. I have to say that I have had a chance to start to get to know Alyson more during this journey and its been truly wonderful. I can't wait to read more of her work in the future. 

Now let me introduce you to "Dark Flame" by Alyson Noel.

In Dark Flame, Alyson Noël's most darkly seductive Immortals novel yet, Ever fights for control of her body, her soul―and the timeless true love she's been chasing for centuries.

Ever is trying to help Haven transition into life as an immortal. But with Haven drunk on her new powers and acting recklessly, she poses the ultimate threat―exposing their secret world. As Ever struggles to keep the Immortals hidden, it only propels Haven closer to the enemy―Roman and his evil companions. At the same time, Ever delves deeper into dark magick to free Damen from Roman's power. But when her spell backfires, it binds her to the one guy who's hell-bent on her destruction. Now there's a strange, foreign pulse coursing through her, and no matter what she does, she can't stop thinking about Roman―and longing for his touch. Frantic to break the spell before its too late, Ever turns to Jude for help, risking everything she knows and loves to save herself―and her future with Damen…

Review: 5/5 

From the out start you are wanting to scream at my book to say to Haven and Ever for being so stupid as they continue there downfall. Its also heartbreaking to see what Ever does to herself and how Haven can't see around her insecurities to see the bigger picture. Ever allowed her darkness to consume her and nearly ends everything. 

There was nothing that wasn't well done. The plot was well thought out even if we knew how it was going to end we were excited to see how it would go. The characters continue to develop and the frustration is really present through out the whole story. Everything comes together and sings as you cling to every page hoping that happiness for them might be just within reach. 

I can't tell you how much its worth getting the entire series! 

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Kristal McKerrington 

My Love Lies Bleeding- Alyxandra Harvey Review

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I'm stumbling today as I try to get my review out. A bad tooth never makes for a fun day. 

My Love Lies Bleeding 

By

Alyxandra Harvey

On Solange’s sixteenth birthday, she is going to wake up dead. As if that’s not bad enough, she also has to outwit her seven overprotective older brothers, avoid the politics involved with being the only daughter born to an ancient vampire dynasty, and elude Kieran Black—agent of an anti-vampire league who is searching for his father’s killer and is intent on staking Solange and her entire family.

Luckily she has her own secret weapon—her human best friend Lucy—who is willing to defend Solange’s right to a normal life, whether she’s being smothered by her well-intentioned brothers or abducted by a power-hungry queen. Two unlikely alliances are formed in a race to save Solange’s eternal life—Lucy and Solange’s brother Nicholas, and Solange and Kieran Black—in a dual romance that is guaranteed to jump start any romance-lover’s heart.

  

Even fans of the genre who’ve seen it all will find a fresh read with kick-butt characters and family dynamics that ring true for all brothers and sisters—vampire or otherwise.

Review 5/5 

It took me a whole 12 hours to come up with the words that describe this book. That doe the work of Alyxandra justice. She didn't just replace the Cullens as the most have vampire family to have on the shelf she went one step further and declared a whole new world for us to fall in love with. There is ladies, there is every day girls, death, violence, moments of blooming romance and face plant ones too. There is humor and banter unlike any other book I have read lately. This is the sort of thing that is small but its well worth having. 

Its the start of the journey with this family and its the start of a vampire reign that will change the course of the lives of all that live within its pages. There is so much that you can enjoy and grasp with both hands. I can't express enough how well this book whips you off your feet and takes you elsewhere. This is the book you need if your searching for the perfect vampire love story. The start to the perfect series. 

I can't give this book anymore praise so pick up and give it a chance. Plus the book is cheaper than most books out there!

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Kristal McKerrington 

Chased: Paranormal Vampire Romance: The Vampire Huntress Series #1 by Ashlee Sinn

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We have the start of a short novel series for you today and its got some nice steam attached to it. I'm sure that those of you looking for a four short series tit bit will be rushing onto Amazon the second you finish the posting.

Chased: Paranormal Vampire Romance: The Vampire Huntress Series #1 

by Ashlee Sinn

Sophia Glen thought she knew who she was—a twenty-something woman with no obligations who just happened to be born a vampire hunter. Spending her nights fighting to rid the city of malevolent creatures, she has earned respect from those who decide her future. Not to mention she’s captured the heart of the sexiest hunter in her crew. 

Sophia enjoys the freedom and intimate connection she has with Silas. He can give her what she needs the most, a chance to let go. Finding that Silas can free her from the urge to always be in control, she allows her desires to flourish. But what Silas will never fully understand is that only their sworn enemy can give Sophia what she truly craves. 

So when Sophia is forced to work with the captivating, exotic, and irresistible Viktor Kaska, she quickly learns that the ancient vampire may be exactly what she desires. Denying her growing need to feel his fangs slip into her skin, Sophia fights the attraction and focuses on taking down the mass of uncontrollable vampires tormenting the city. But when she finds herself trapped under the spell of the very vampire who betrayed them all, her future as a hunter will be changed forever.

And so will her future with Viktor.


This is the first novella of the series at 16,000 words.

*This story contains strong sexual themes for insatiable appetites and is not recommended for readers under the age of 18.*

Review 4/5

This story had so much potential in it to do even greater things. I like the idea of the 16,000 words idea in general so I was excited to download this book. I got into it quickly, however there was disjointed sentences and a lot of time I wanted to take my pen out, edit it to make it perfect. I'm not the best editor out there. 

I like the flare of erotica, the vampire touches, the attempts to make sure that the story was different than others out there. I think the idea of using a tense situation for the Vampire Hunter Sophia was well done. The construction of the plot was a great one and started to put together a series of stories that would work well as it develops further. 

I think the four parts will do well and I recommend that you at least try part one to see if its something that you will be interested in. 

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Kristal McKerrington