Book of the Day!

Synopsis:

His powers - Inhuman...

His passion - Beyond immortal... 

All her life, Ashlyn Darrow has been tormented by voices from the past. To end the nightmare, she has come to Budapest seeking help from men rumored to have supernatural abilities, not knowing she'll be swept into the arms of Maddox, their most dangerous member -- a man trapped in a hell of his own.

Neither can resist the instant hunger than calms their torments... and ignites an irresistible passion. But every heated touch and burning kiss will edge them closer to destruction -- and a soul-shattering test of love...

Though they carry an eternal curse, the Lords of the Underworld are irresistibly seductive -- and unimaginably powerful...

Beauty Awakened by Gena Showalter

This is the second book in Gena Showalter's Angels of the Dark series. This Koldo's book.

Koldo is the scarred yet powerful "Sent One" (kinda like an Angel) in Zacharel's army. He was the one who gave Zacharel the water of life. 

I forgot that Koldo lost his wings when he was younger, and we finally get a chance to learn how he lost his wings and why. He had a very tough childhood because of his parents, and it really broke my heart when I learned about his relationship with his parents. He just wanted his parents to be proud of him and acknowledge him, but he doesn't get it. He strives to be different from his father, and we see him struggle within himself as his story goes on. He cannot fly, but he can flash/teleport which is a rare ability. We also get to see him interact with the other soldiers in Zacharel's army which is awesome. Axel was awesome! 

Then we meet Nicola: Nicola has a twin sister named Laila who is in the hospital when you first read the book. We learn that Laila has a demon inside of her, and demons cannot be inside of you unless you welcome them. There are also two demons around Nicola which isn't good. I liked Nicola, but there were also times when I wanted to hit her because she was forcing her sister to do something she obviously doesn't want to, but that's pretty much the only thing I didn't like about her.

The story was overall great, but the whole "Sent One" vs. Angels was kind of confusing because I thought they were all angels. I was also confused with what Thane's POV in some chapters had to do with anything. He always sounded crazy and angry at the world and it was different from Koldo's POV. I do recommend this book especially if you are reading this series and if you are a huge Gena Showalter fan. I definitely am and this is definitely her work. She just has a specific way of writing that lets me know that it's her work. Anyways, read the book! You'll definitely love Koldo. 

Ecstasy in Darkness & Dark Taste of Rapture

Okay, I'm a huge fan of Gena Showalters' Lords of the Underworld series, Intertwined series, Angels of the Dark series, and Atlantis series, so I decided to try out the other books in her Alien Huntress series (I read Seduce the Darkness, which is the 4th book in the series)!!!

Ecstasy in Darkness (#5) & Dark Taste of Rapture (#6) are freakin' awesome books! There's only been a handful of books that had heroines that I really loved and worshipped, so when I met Ava and Noelle I was like jfshgkfhj. They're hilarious, awesome, tough, and they're best friends forever. At first, I was really hesitant to read about either girl because they were only trainees when Ecstasy in Darkness began so I thought they were going to be whiny and annoying. Wow, they proved me wrong. Ava and Noelle look out for one another, and even though they came from different sides of the town, Ava came from a poor neighborhood which was pretty much the worst side of town and Noelle came from a rich family, richer than God, they both understand one another and have each other's backs. Their interactions with one another are so funny and I couldn't help but laugh out loud each time. Many people don't understand their relationship because they're so honest with one another and they pretty much insult one another whenever they can. I also liked the fact that their books came right after one another so we really felt sad when Noelle's book started and she was happy for Ava but sad for herself. 

The men in their lives were also awesome! McKell, the ex-leader of the vampire army who was engaged to Bride for a looooong time, turned out to be a real sweetheart, well only to Ava anyways. He's possessive, strong, and adorable. I really loved the romance between McKell and Ava and they are really perfect for one another. McKell, who hates humans, couldn't help but fall in love with human Ava. It was fun seeing the "mighty vampire" fall hard and change his ways just for Ava. He also finds out more about his parents and his abilities. Then, there's Hector Dean. He's not usually the type Noelle goes for, but ever since she first saw him at her training, sparks were definitely flying. He's cold, tattooed, and he's a walking deadly weapon, but he's also the perfect man to catch Noelle. He comes from the same side of town as Ava, so he believes that he doesn't deserve Noelle, but Noelle could care less if he was rich or poor. All she cares about is his love for her and that he won't try and change her. 

I definitely recommend these books, and the series (So far I've only read books #4-6). Ava, Noelle, McKell, and Hector are definitely awesome characters that will make you laugh out loud, cry, and piss you off (in a good way). 

I'm not sure what the next book in the series will be titled or when it will be released, but the books #1-4 are: Awaken me Darkly (1st person), Enslave me Sweetly (1st person), Savor Me Slowly (3rd person), and Seduce the Darkness (3rd person). Hopefully the next book will be Dallas'!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!

Now a look ahead....

February 26:

Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands

Beauty Awakened by Gena Showalter

March 5:

Thrown by a Curve by Jaci Burton

March 11:

Silent Echoes by Aimee Laine

March 19:

Inferno by Sherrilyn Kenyon

Clockwork Princess by Cassandra Clare

March 26:

Wolf With Benefits by Shelly Laurenston

Rebel by Kristina Douglas

Lover At Last by J.R. Ward

Twice Tempted by Jeaniene Frost

Deadly Sting by Jennifer Estep

April 1:

Natural Born Angel by Scott Speer

April 2:

The Collector by Victoria Scott

April 16:

Walking Disaster by Jamie McGuire

April 30:

Born of Fury by Sherrilyn Kenyon

May 13:

Entwined With You by Sylvia Day

May 28:

Dare You to by Katie McGarry

June 1:

Darkness Avenged by Alexandra Ivy

One Sweet Ride by Jaci Burton

Sequel to Twisted by Gena Showalter

July 1:

Origin by Jennifer L. Armentrout

MacRieve by Kresley Cole

July 30:

The Darkest Craving by Gena Showalter

August 6:

Ritual Magic by Eileen Wilks

September 3:

Styxx by Sherrilyn Kenyon

October 29:

Guild Hunter #6 by Nalini Singh

November 1:

Striking Distance by Pamela Clare

(These are just a few great books releasing in 2013. Just letting you guys know :) )

60 Great Romance Novels!

(For mostly adults/matured readers)

1. Darkness Dawns by Dianne Duvall [Immortal Guardians series #1]

2. The Darkest Seduction by Gena Showalter [The Lords of the Underworld #9]

3. Acheron by Sherrilyn Kenyon [Dark-Hunter series #12]

4. Lothaire by Kresley Cole [Immortals After Dark series #12]

5. Storm's Heart by Thea Harrison [Elder Races series #2]

6. Breaking Point by Pamela Clare [I-Team series #5]

7. A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks

8. Kiss of Snow by Nalini Singh [Psy-Changeling series #10]

9. Big Bad Beast by Shelly Laurenston [Pride series #6]

10. A Lot Like Love by Julie James [FBI/US Attorney series #2]

11. Hard and Fast by Erin McCarthy [Fast Track series #2]

12. Dance With the Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyon [Dark-Hunter series #4]

13. Animal Attraction by Jill Shalvis [Animal Magnetism series #2]

14. Gabriel's Inferno by Sylvain Reynard [Gabriel's Inferno series #1]

15. Bound by the Vampire Queen by Joey W. Hill [Vampire Queen series #8]

16. Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter [Angels of the Dark series #1]

17. The Beast in Him by Shelly Laurenston [Pride series #2]

18. The Darkest Kiss by Gena Showalter [Lords of the Underworld series #2]

19. The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks

20. Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost [Night Huntress series #1]

21. The Wedding by Nicholas Sparks

22. Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward [Black Dagger Brotherhood series #3]

23. Changing the Game by Jaci Burton [Play by Play series #2]

24. The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter [Lords of the Underworld series #1]

25. Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James [Fifty Shades series #1]

26. Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire [Beautiful series #1]

27. Mercury's War by Lora Leigh [Breeds series #16]

28. Mystery Man by Kristen Ashley [Dream Man series #1]

29. Dark Lover by J.R. Ward [Black Dagger Brotherhood series #1]

30. Easy by Tammara Webber 

31. Marcelli's Bride by Susan Mallery [Marcelli series #4]

32. A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole [Immortals After Dark series #1]

33. Passion Unleashed by Larissa Ione [Demonica series #3]

34. Lion's Heat by Lora Leigh [Breeds series #21]

35. What a Dragon Should Know by G.A. Aiken [Dragon Kin series #3]

36. Devil May Cry by Sherrilyn Kenyon [Dark-Hunter series #11]

37. Bad Moon Rising by Sherrilyn Kenyon [Dark-Hunter series #14]

38. Lethal Rider by Larissa Ione [Lords of Deliverance series #3]

39. Just the Sexiest Man Alive by Julie James

40. Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh [Psy-Changeling series #6]

41. Onyx by Jennifer L. Armentrout [Lux series #2]

42. Beyond the Darkness by Alexandra Ivy [Guardians of Eternity series #6]

43. Happy Ever After by Nora Roberts [Bride Quartet series #4]

44. Forbidden Nights with a Vampire by Kerrelyn Sparks [Love at Stake series #7]

45. Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian [Midnight Breed series #1]

46. Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell

47. Archangel's Consort by Nalini Singh [Guild Hunter series #3]

48. Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole [Immortals After Dark series #9]

49. Something About You by Julie James [FBI/US Attorney series #1]

50. The Darkest Surrender by Gena Showalter [Lords of the Underworld series #8]

51. Play of Passion by Nalini Singh [Psy-Changeling series #9]

52. Go Fetch! by Shelly Laurenston [Magnus Pack series #2]

53. The Darkest Whisper by Gena Showalter [Lords of the Underworld series #4]

54. On the Island by Tracey Garvis-Graves 

55. Seduce the Darkness by Gena Showalter [Alien Huntress series #4]

56. Once Burned by Jeaniene Frost [Night Prince #1]

57. Blood Challenge by Eileen Wilks [World of the Lupi series #7]

58. The Host by Stephanie Meyer

59. Seize the Night by Sherrilyn Kenyon [Dark-Hunter series #7]

60. Love Uncripted by Tine Reber [Love series #1]

[Text in bold are my favorite series, definitely recommend them]

Lords of the Underworld series by Gena Showalter

I just realized that I haven't reviewed one of the best series out there. The Lords of the Underworld series. This series pretty much has everything in it. Humans, immortal warriors, angels, harpies, fallen angels, demons, gods, goddesses, and many more. I love Gena Showalter's books. I think she's one of the best authors out there.

The Lords of the Underworld series is about a group of immortal warriors who had made a huge mistake a long time ago. They were jealous because they weren't chosen to guard the Pandora's box that contained the evils of the world. The box was opened, and in the middle of the madness, Maddox killed the one chosen to guard the box. Now the warriors carry the evil inside themselves. Demons such as Pain, Violence, Death, Disease, Disaster, Misery, Doubt, Promiscuity, Defeat, Lies, Secrets, and Wrath. Many more demons were unleashed... and as the series go on, secrets unfold and the warriors will know who holds the other demons.

Their enemies are called the Hunters, and they are supposedly following an Angel. I don't want to give away any spoilers but I'll say that the leaders of their enemy will turn out to be people that they know.

Maddox - Violence
Lucien - Death
Reyes - Pain
Sabin - Doubt
Gideon - Lies
Amun - Secrets
Strider - Defeat
Aeron - Wrath
Torin - Disease
Paris - Promiscuity
Kane - Disaster
Cameo - Misery

I love all the Lords and each of them have great stories. I also love the secondary characters such as the harpies, you'll meet them starting with Sabin's book. I also love one specific minor goddess because she's funny and awesome!

I suggest people read this series because it's really great. The characters are great and there are a lot of things going on and the books just keep you on your toes and keep you wanting more! This is one of my favorite series of all time and once you start reading it you'll understand.

(The picture is in order of the books released)

Paris book was the last one released. I think Kane's book is next but I'm not sure yet.

The Darkest Night - Maddox
The Darkest Kiss - Lucien
The Darkest Pleasure - Reyes
The Darkest Whisper - Sabin
The Darkest Passion - Aeron
The Darkest Lie - Gideon
The Darkest Secret - Amun
The Darkest Surrender - Strider
The Darkest Seduction - Paris

Intertwined Series by Gena Showalter

The first time I saw the first book of this series online, I literally ran to the bookstore. I don’t know why, but I just had a feeling that this was going to be a great series. I love Gena Showalter’s books and they never disappoint. This is her YA series, but it’s kind of darker and edgier than other YA books involving vampires and werewolves that I’ve read. It’s not like a horror story or anything, it’s just that the plot and the characters are more… mature. 

Aden Stone has always heard voices in his head. His parents thought he was crazy. His doctors thought he was crazy. Other crazy patients thought he was crazy. Aden wasn’t crazy. He literally has 4 human souls in his body. One can time travel. One can raise the dead. One can possess another human. One can tell the future. That sounds cool right? It’s not. Because of these souls, Aden has been transferred to different juvies and mental institutions. He’s been having visions of a beautiful girl, the girl who will either save him or kill him. 

The series does have its flaws, but I thought the Aden’s story was an original one. He’s this kid who stopped believing that anyone will ever take him seriously and the kid that will forever remember that his parents ditched him when he was young. When I first started the series, I was confused because of the summary on the cover…and those that read it will understand this. Overall, the series is a good one and it’s pretty easy to read even if they’re like 600 pages long because the books are small. The only downside is that the next book doesn’t release until 2013, so yeah long wait. New readers have a lot of time to catch up.

The books so far are: Intertwined, Unraveled, and Twisted. The 4th book is probably the last one focusing on Aden and Gena will make a spinoff series out of this. 

Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter

The angel Zacharel finally gets his own novel in the start of Gena’s new series Angels of Dark.

At first I thought this book wouldn’t be as good as Gena’s series Lords of the Underworld, but it was actually a great read! 

Zacharel is an angel who has not felt any emotions ever since his twin brother, who was the complete opposite of him, was attacked and Zacharel was later forced to kill him. He has been constantly punished for harming humans on his quest to avenge his brother, but now he cannot afford to fail. He’s forced to be the leader of angels like him, angels who are on the verge of getting kicked out of heaven and losing their wings. If he gets kicked out, he will become vulnerable to the demons, and that is not what he wants.

Zacharel then meets Annabelle Miller, the woman who will change his life forever. She was marked by a demon and now every demon seems to be after her. The demon that marked her killed her parents, but she was the only one found at the scene of the crime and no one believed her when she told them the real story. She got sent to a mental institution where she was abused by her doctor and other patients. Zacharel did not want to take Annabelle with him, but he later changes his mind. 

Overall, this book was well written and it was also very entertaining. One can relate to the characters and they are very likeable. I’m not surprised at how good this book was because it was written by Gena Showalter.You won’t regret picking up this book off the shelf!