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Levkaseon (Gen-Heirs: The Guardians of Sziveria #0.5)
Levkaseon (Gen-Heirs: The Guardians of Sziveria #0.5)
Sarah Westill | 2021 | Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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LEVKASEON is a prequel novella to the Gen-Heirs: The Guardians of Sziveria series that gives an insight into the HRS and dust addictions that are rampant in this world. Tied in nicely with that is the relationship between Ciarra and Terran. They had a young love tested too soon by someone Ciarra thought she could trust. Not only that, but it turns out, they had much more to do with the current state of affairs than Ciarra would have dreamed possible.

Once again, there is a great mix of steamy romance and intrigue, paving the way for the story to unfold and draw you into it. The characters are fully dimensional, with their quirks and foibles.

This is definitely a series to read and enjoy, to lose yourself within the pages. I am loving how each story is individual whilst continuing with the general theme. I would love to see more of the characters where they are all in the same place, but that's just me.

A great addition to the series, and one absolutely recommended by me.

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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
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Merissa (12051 KP) rated Her Druid Desire (The Amber Druid Series #1) in Books

Mar 31, 2023 (Updated Apr 10, 2023)  
Her Druid Desire (The Amber Druid Series #1)
Her Druid Desire (The Amber Druid Series #1)
Trish F. Leger | 2012 | Paranormal, Romance
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Love it!!! This is the first full-length novel in the Amber Druid series and is a perfect follow-on from the first Novella (Her Druid Temptation). The storyline is very well written, the plot is consistent throughout, and the characters are well-rounded and continue to develop throughout the book.

There is tension and attraction between the two main characters which also develops as the male lead tries to combine the young woman he sees in front of him with his memory of the young girl and daughter of his employee that he remembers. Nadia is a strong female lead who refuses to kowtow to Drake and has no problem with pushing his boundaries and telling him when he's wrong!

This book had me in tears (in a good way), laughing out loud and completely egging on our main two to get it together. I'm hoping that they will continue to make cameo appearances throughout the series as I would love to know how Nadia continues to develop.

Absolutely brilliant and recommended for anyone who likes Paranormal Romance.
 
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and my comments here are my honest opinion. *
 
Merissa
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July 30, 2016
  
Possessed (Hollow City Coven #1)
Possessed (Hollow City Coven #1)
Hazel Hunter | 2015 | Paranormal, Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Everyone has heard of the lost city of Atlantis, but how many have heard of the last city of Tenebris? Tenebris is part of Wiccan history that has been relegated to myth and legend - which is actually hard to do when you can live for thousands of years. Gillian loves to research and thinks that she has found a clue about where Tenebris actually is. She is determined to find it, but her Coven Master doesn't want her to go alone. She is assigned a 'bodyguard' in the form of Shayne. Sparks fly between the two before they even know each other.

This is a fast-paced romantic novella, with lots of action too. Wiccans have a very real enemy in the shape of Templars. Gillian appears to be more than she actually knows, so how do the Templars know about her already? What do they want her for? You are left with all these questions, but you still feel that you have started an excellent series.

If you like Paranormal Romance, then I can definitely recommend this new series by Hazel Hunter, and I am definitely looking forward to Book 2.

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
 
Merissa
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Oct 8, 2015
  
Chalice (Planetary Submissives #1)
Chalice (Planetary Submissives #1)
Amber Kell | 2015 | Erotica, LGBTQ+, Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
This is a perfect coffee break book that dabbles with BDSM but doesn't go into too much detail, whilst it is put in a science fiction backdrop.

Chalice is a four-elemental mage but his magic is out of control. In a world where magic users are paired off into dominant and submissive roles, it is usually the strong magic user who is dominant, except in this case. Chalice is a submissive and isn't getting the support he needs at home. This means that he is increasing the risk of his magic being completely out of control, followed by disaster. He decides to strike out on his own and find himself a Master. He finds Terrin - a Master that goes through submissives like water through a sieve. He is intrigued by Chalice though, and is determined to make him his own. These two are more like Partners than D/s, but still, it is a quick, fun and steamy read.

I thoroughly enjoyed this novella, complete with the quick world and character-building. I am hoping for more from this series. Smoothly paced and with a hint of things to come, definitely recommended.

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
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Dec 5, 2015
  
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Merissa (12051 KP) rated Dragon Consultant (Supernatural Consultant #1) in Books

Dec 17, 2018 (Updated May 8, 2023)  
Dragon Consultant (Supernatural Consultant #1)
Dragon Consultant (Supernatural Consultant #1)
Mell Eight | 2015 | LGBTQ+, Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Dane is a Supernatural Consultant who gets a job to find out why air space is being terrorized by dragon kits. What he finds when he gets there is an adult male dragon suffering from dragon fever and a bunch of kits that he can't figure out just how they all fit together. He makes a quick decision and takes them all to his large home, calling for help from a doctor friend for the adult male, and help from a mum for the kits.

This is a fast-paced novella as Dane finds out that there is much more to the dragons' story than he originally assumed. Dane is known as the Genie of the East but is in fact a son of a God, which has made having a relationship difficult. There is a bit of confusion between Mercury and Dane as both of them feel inadequate for the other one.

It is well-written, with plenty of story and character development, whilst still leaving plenty to hook you in for the coming stories. Definitely recommended.

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
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Dec 9, 2015
  
The Very Merry Omega
The Very Merry Omega
Jacey Davis | 2023 | Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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THE VERY MERRY OMEGA is a standalone novella set in the Unexpected Omegas universe.

As you may have guessed from the title, it's Christmas and time for the Work Christmas Party! What fun, right?! Yeah, maybe not if social situations make you anxious or are just not your thing. Enter Zach and Alex.

What I loved most about this is that the Omega and Alpha genes have all but disappeared. No one knows about them much anymore. But then someone's gene shows up and everything changes again. Zach has the Omega gene, Alex the Alpha. They both go with the flow, not knowing 100% what is going on, but wanting to see where their attraction takes them. It is hot and loving, with both of them finding what they need in the other.

I would have loved for this to be a full novel - if only to find out what happened when Alex first met Zach's mum (who I didn't really like, even if she does love Zach.)

A hot and spicy seasonal read that I thoroughly enjoyed and have no hesitation in recommending.

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Merissa
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Nov 22, 2023
  
Yours and Mine: A Serrulata Saga Romance Novella
Yours and Mine: A Serrulata Saga Romance Novella
A.E. Bennett | 2021 | Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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A delightful read and definitely recommended by me.
YOURS AND MINE is a novella in the Serrulata Saga and, although I haven't read any of those, I was able to enjoy this one without any issues.

The strict rules that Octavia has to live by, as a daughter of a Great House, become even more constrictive once she becomes of age. She hates being shown off and handed off to different men to dance with. When she spots someone by themselves, her interest is roused. Once Octavia and Gerald meet each other, it is clear they belong together.

I loved the world this is set in, with the comments about the Ancients. It has certainly given me a reason to search out other books in this series. The writing itself is clear and concise, giving plenty of descriptions but not too many to bog you down. I thought the relationship between Octavia and Gerald moved along nicely, staying within the constraints of Society whilst allowing them to make up their own minds, and also trying to convince those who thought they knew best.

A delightful read and definitely recommended by me.

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Merissa
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Mistletoe and Murder
Mistletoe and Murder
Connie Berry | 2023 | Mystery
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
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Christmas Wedding Faces Criminal Complications
It’s five days before Kate Hamilton is set to marry Detective Inspector Tom Mallory on Christmas Eve, and the complications are starting to come, like travel delays for Kate’s family and friends coming from the states. But the bigger complication comes from Sheila Parker, an acquaintance who comes looking for an appraisal of her coin collection. That night, Sheila’s house is searched. The next day, Sheila vanishes. Can Kate figure out what happened to Sheila before her wedding?

I find missing person mysteries to be that much more compelling, so I was hooked on this one quickly. I did figure a couple of things out early, but there were still plenty of surprised on the way to the climax. Meanwhile, I loved spending time with the characters old and new. We get some good updates on ongoing storylines, and the ending sets up the next full length book. I am a bit surprised that the wedding came in an ebook only novella, and there isn’t a lot of time for Christmas trappings, but both of these are minor issues. Fans will be happy to get a chance to visit the characters again. While this might not be the best place to start if you are new to the series, I definitely recommend you start the series soon.