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SUMMER OF MY SECRET ANGEL by ANNA KATMORE (fantasy/YA/romance)

Angel Kindle REDFRIDAY’S FANTASTIC FIND is the fantasy YA romance SUMMER OF MY SECRET ANGEL by ANNA KATMORE.

PRICE: $2.99

BUY  IT HERE:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Summer-Secret-Angel-Anna-Katmore-ebook/dp/B00HB8HGRE/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1390455411&sr=1-1&keywords=summer+of+my+secret+angel

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/de-DE/ebook/summer-of-my-secret-angel

BLURB:

He’s annoyingly gorgeous, provocative, and fast becoming her best friend. But he also has a secret that makes the little hairs on her arms stand on end…

It wasn’t nicking an expensive watch or diamond bracelet that landed streetwise Jona Montiniere in the clutches of the police. It was a darn sweater. A judge decides that she has to return to her terminally ill mother, who dumped her in an orphanage more than twelve years ago. Worse, for the coming six weeks, she has to do charity work on an estranged aunt’s vineyards in France.

Yeah, right.

Jona is determined to sneak off at the first chance she gets. But then she meets Julian, her mother’s caretaker. Playful, understanding, and sinfully sexy, he’s everything she dreams of—but she’d be damned if she let him know.

So when the first week in her new home is over, Jona is asking herself two things. One, how could it happen that she ended up in Julian’s arms after only three days? And two, how the hell did he awaken her mother from the dead…?

READERS LOVE SUMMER OF MY SECRET ANGEL:

OH. MY. GOSH! this book, I just…I’m at loss for words. I’ve never been so captivated by a book in my life. I read every word slowly making sure I didn’t miss a single detail. I absolutely adore this book. It was so moving, it brought me to such intense tears. The life jona faced, not having all the answers that she deserved to know, to have heartbreak more than once and finally allowed herself to feel; words cannot describe this book. Such a wonderful story. Beautifully written. Beautifully told. Every character is captivating and demands your attention. It leaves you on the edge of your seat, waiting for Jona’s much deserved happy ending. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK. I swear you won’t put it down once you’ve started!!

ANGELIC, BUT WITH AN EARTHY TWIST! Jona is a girl who has a world of hurt. She uses her smart tongue to hide her true emotions. Both her tongue and actions get her into a ton of trouble which in the end forces her to deal with something she never wanted anything to do with – her mother. The twist comes with her mother’s “helper” Julian who softens her in a way that she never wanted. The author does a wonderful job of bringing a certain ‘realness’ to the character Jona in all her harsh glory. Julian is what you would expect and then some (don’t want to create spoilers). The love in the novel is both heavenly and earthly all at once! You should read this book. I actually found it quite touching and would read it again. There is some cussing at the start of the novel but that gradually peters out as she undergoes some level of change.

I like this novel so much that I can actually see it as a movie. With the right actors it would be most excellent.

WOW! AMAZING! LOVED IT!!! I didn’t quite know what to expect when I first got this book, but once I started reading it I could NOT put it down. Towards the end though this book definitely yanked more than a few tears from me, which is pretty hard to do. I got this book in the evening and fell asleep reading because I just couldn’t stop reading.

AMAZING! I absolutely love this book. The author made everything seem so real to me. I cried at currant parts and laughed at other. I didn’t want this book to end.

I LOVED IT! Such a lovely story. I could not stop reading. I loved Jona and her sarcastic/snarky personality. I adored Julian and his undying angelic love. Beautiful story full of love, hope, sadness, and just the right amount of sexiness.

ADDICTING! I got this book today and I just finished it! it’s so beautiful it even made me cry. I love this book and I bet you will too.

READ AN EXCERPT: First half for free! http://annakatmore.com/summer-of-my-secret-angel/

AUTHOR BIO:

The quick-and-dirty:

I’m a girl with a passion for writing.

The genres you’ll find me hanging out at are contemporary and paranormal YA, but I’m also snooping into some adult paranormal right now. All of them romances…of course.

The nitty-gritty:

I’m an Austrian lass—totally uncomplicated and up to anything fun.

I grew up in Vienna, not by free will but because my parents decided to move there when I was only 4 years old. I. Hated. The. City. Everything about it. So right after graduation I moved back to Upper Austria, where I settled down with a nice husband and an awesome laptop.

I’ve been a storyteller all my life. Already in kindergarten, I came up with the most exotic fantasies and tales. My teacher would call me a liar. I call it the cornerstone of my writing career.

People always told me you can’t make a living with being an author. So when my first novella PLAY WITH ME came out and shot straight to the stars within the first week, I was totally dumbstruck. Took me a while to realize what was happening, LOL.

And the personal stuff:

At the (awesome) age of seventeen, I met the love of my life. But he was a playboy, and I was so not going to be his next trophy. It took him another four years of fighting for me until I finally decided to give that “couple-thing” with him a shot. I’m now married to this man. 😉

We have an eleven-year-old son, and together we travel a lot…although I sometimes wish the trips were shorter because I can’t wait to get back to my laptop and my many stories. Unless we’re in Disneyland. No stress to go home then…

If you still want to know more about me, my FAQ page is the right address for you. 😉

http://annakatmore.com/faq/

CONNECT WITH ANNA ONLINE:

Website: www.annakatmore.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorannakatmore

Amazon author page: http://www.amazon.com/Anna-Katmore/e/B00H5IQHZC/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

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THE BIRR ELIXIR by JO SPARKES (fantasy)

UnknownThis week’s Revolving Book is the fantasy THE BIRR ELIXIR by JO SPARKES.

BUY IT: Priced right at .99 cents!
Amazon http://amzn.com/B00D4R7PZ4
Barnes & Noble (http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-birr-elixir-jo-sparkes/1115470299?ean=2940016445649
Web site: http://birrelixir.com/buy-the-book/

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

When a young apprentice makes a mysterious elixir from a recipe in an old book, she’s suddenly the talisman for a daring Gamesman – and the weapon in the conspiracy against a prince.
Marra had never heard of Birr Elixir.

But when Drail of the Hand of Victory saw the words in an old book, she found herself agreeing to make it. Even lacking the right ingredient.

And after drinking it, the Hand of Victory defeated a Skullan team, something no one had ever done before. Now Drail walked the path his grandsire had walked, and Marra was offered a place as Brista, his potions mistress. She doubted her ability, but took the chance to escape her slave-like existence.

When she found a way to wake the mysterious sleeper, Marra wondered if she deserved the title after all.

But with Tryst’s waking, ill luck and bad things suddenly dogged their tracks. Drail, being a man of action, saw only the good in people. Marra lacked his faith, but was frozen by her own timidity. When the time came to confront these enemies, would Tryst stand with them or against them?

Would it make any difference?

REVIEWS:

The Birr Elixir Keeps Readers Hooked – Andrew Keyser, Portland Book Review

Author Jo Sparkes proves to be an outstanding author with this light-hearted fantasy tale. She makes creating a believable, likeable world look easy … for a fun story with an imaginative world and an exciting sport, look no further than Jo Sparkes’ book The Birr Elixir.A Wonderful Story …

Nicua Shamira, Terraverum

This is a wonderful story that just sucked me in from the first few pages. There are secrets and delicious intrigue that keep you guessing. Skillfully written, colourful and exciting, I enjoyed the Birr Elixir immensely and looking forward to the next book.

SNEAK PEEK:

http://birrelixir.com/first-20-pages/

AUTHOR:

A well-known Century City Producer once said Jo Sparkes “… writes some of the best dialogue I’ve read.” Not only are those words a compliment to Jo’s skills as a writer, but a true reflection of her commitment to her work as a screenwriter.

Jo Sparkes graduated Magna Cum Laude from Washington College, a small liberal arts college famous for its creative writing program. Some years later, she renounced life in the corporate world to pursue her passion for writing. Jo went on to study for two years with Robert Powell; a student of renowned writers and teachers Lew Hunter, and Richard Walter, head and heart of UCLA’s Screenwriting Program. The culmination of those years of hard work was the short-film “The Image”, which Jo wrote and produced single-handedly.

Since then, Jo hasn’t looked back. Jo’s body of work includes scripts for Children’s live-action and animated television programs, a direct to video Children’s DVD, commercial work for corporate clients, as well as a being a feature writer on ReZoom.com. As a contributing writer for the Arizona Sports Fans Network — where she has been called their most popular writer — she was known for her humorous articles, player interviews and game coverage. Jo was unofficially the first to interview Emmitt Smith when he arrived in Arizona to play for the Cardinals.

She had the privilege to adjunct teach at the Film School at Scottsdale Community College, and even made a video of one of her presentations. Her new book, “Feedback How to Give It How to Get It”, is from the lessons shared. It truly is a writer’s — and any artist’s — guide to spinning gold.

When not diligently perfecting her craft, Jo can be found exploring her new home of Portland, Oregon, with her husband Ian, and their dog Oscar.

CONNECT WITH JO:

https://www.facebook.com/BirrElixir

Twitter: @Sparkes777

Author blog: http://josparkes.com/ (I blog on writing – the art, not the cash)

Book Site is http://birrelixir.com/

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The Birr Elixir by Jo Sparkes (fantasy/epic fantasy)

UnknownFantastic Friday’s Book is the fantasy THE BIRR ELXIR by JO SPARKES.

BUY IT: Priced right at .99 cents!
Amazon http://amzn.com/B00D4R7PZ4
Barnes & Noble (http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-birr-elixir-jo-sparkes/1115470299?ean=2940016445649
Web site: http://birrelixir.com/buy-the-book/

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

When a young apprentice makes a mysterious elixir from a recipe in an old book, she’s suddenly the talisman for a daring Gamesman – and the weapon in the conspiracy against a prince.
Marra had never heard of Birr Elixir.

But when Drail of the Hand of Victory saw the words in an old book, she found herself agreeing to make it. Even lacking the right ingredient.

And after drinking it, the Hand of Victory defeated a Skullan team, something no one had ever done before. Now Drail walked the path his grandsire had walked, and Marra was offered a place as Brista, his potions mistress. She doubted her ability, but took the chance to escape her slave-like existence.

When she found a way to wake the mysterious sleeper, Marra wondered if she deserved the title after all.

But with Tryst’s waking, ill luck and bad things suddenly dogged their tracks. Drail, being a man of action, saw only the good in people. Marra lacked his faith, but was frozen by her own timidity. When the time came to confront these enemies, would Tryst stand with them or against them?

Would it make any difference?

REVIEWS:

The Birr Elixir Keeps Readers Hooked – Andrew Keyser, Portland Book Review

Author Jo Sparkes proves to be an outstanding author with this light-hearted fantasy tale. She makes creating a believable, likeable world look easy … for a fun story with an imaginative world and an exciting sport, look no further than Jo Sparkes’ book The Birr Elixir.A Wonderful Story …

Nicua Shamira, Terraverum

This is a wonderful story that just sucked me in from the first few pages. There are secrets and delicious intrigue that keep you guessing. Skillfully written, colourful and exciting, I enjoyed the Birr Elixir immensely and looking forward to the next book.

SNEAK PEEK:

http://birrelixir.com/first-20-pages/

AUTHOR:

A well-known Century City Producer once said Jo Sparkes “… writes some of the best dialogue I’ve read.” Not only are those words a compliment to Jo’s skills as a writer, but a true reflection of her commitment to her work as a screenwriter.

Jo Sparkes graduated Magna Cum Laude from Washington College, a small liberal arts college famous for its creative writing program. Some years later, she renounced life in the corporate world to pursue her passion for writing. Jo went on to study for two years with Robert Powell; a student of renowned writers and teachers Lew Hunter, and Richard Walter, head and heart of UCLA’s Screenwriting Program. The culmination of those years of hard work was the short-film “The Image”, which Jo wrote and produced single-handedly.

Since then, Jo hasn’t looked back. Jo’s body of work includes scripts for Children’s live-action and animated television programs, a direct to video Children’s DVD, commercial work for corporate clients, as well as a being a feature writer on ReZoom.com. As a contributing writer for the Arizona Sports Fans Network — where she has been called their most popular writer — she was known for her humorous articles, player interviews and game coverage. Jo was unofficially the first to interview Emmitt Smith when he arrived in Arizona to play for the Cardinals.

She had the privilege to adjunct teach at the Film School at Scottsdale Community College, and even made a video of one of her presentations. Her new book, “Feedback How to Give It How to Get It”, is from the lessons shared. It truly is a writer’s — and any artist’s — guide to spinning gold.

When not diligently perfecting her craft, Jo can be found exploring her new home of Portland, Oregon, with her husband Ian, and their dog Oscar.

CONNECT WITH JO:

https://www.facebook.com/BirrElixir

Twitter: @Sparkes777

Author blog: http://josparkes.com/ (I blog on writing – the art, not the cash)

Book Site is http://birrelixir.com/

UPCOMING:

Currently doing a Blog Tour with Pump Up Your Books: http://www.pumpupyourbook.com/2013/04/27/pump-up-your-book-presents-the-birr-elixir-virtual-book-publicity-tour/

Tomorrow with Mamma Says Read — there’s a giveaway with a KINDLE involved

http://mommasaysread.com/

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Warrior Rogue (A Drift Lords Novel) by Nancy J. Cohen (paranormal/fantasy)

WarriorRogue_w7578_750This week’s Revolving Book is the paranormal WARRIOR ROGUE by NANCY J. COHEN

TITLE: Warrior Rogue (The Drift Lords Series)
GENRE: Paranormal/Fantasy
PUBLISHER: http://www.wildrosepublishing.com/maincatalog_v151/index.php?main_page=index&manufacturers_id=831

GET IT ON AMAZON KINDLE: http://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Rogue-Drift-Series-ebook/dp/B00AU62NQS/

Paperback out April 26!

SYNOPSIS:
When fashion designer Jennifer Dyhr loses her lead actor for a video-game commercial, a replacement literally drops from the sky. Reluctant to let him leave, she hires him as a model for her studio. But when terrorists attack their flight home, Jen must awaken powers she didn’t know she had to protect them both. Will she be able to keep her heart safe from the sensual man beside her?

When space ops warrior Paz Hadar falls through a spatial rift onto Jen’s set, he soon realizes she is essential to his mission. Not only must he protect her, his success depends upon her special powers. But as they struggle to stay one step ahead of the enemy, he discovers that fighting his attraction to the lovely Jen is as much a challenge as keeping them both alive.

WATCH THE BOOK TRAILER: http://youtu.be/cjV-PRVGoVs

PINTEREST VISION BOARD: http://pinterest.com/njcohen/warrior-rogue/

AUTHOR BIO: Nancy J. Cohen is the author of 18 published romance and mystery novels. Her humorous Bad Hair Day mystery series features hairdresser Marla Shore, who solves crimes with wit and style under the sultry Florida sun. Several of these titles have made the Independent Mystery Booksellers Association bestseller list. Shear Murder is the tenth and latest title in this series. Nancy’s imaginative romances have also proven popular with fans. Her titles in this genre have won the HOLT Medallion Award and Best Book in Romantic SciFi/Fantasy at The Romance Reviews. Warrior Rogue, #2 in the Drift Lords Series, is her latest title from The Wild Rose Press. Active in the writing community and a featured speaker at libraries and conferences, Nancy is listed in Contemporary Authors, Poets & Writers, and Who’s Who in U.S. Writers, Editors, & Poets. Visit her website at http://NancyJCohen.com/.

CONNECT WITH NANCY ONLINE:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Nancy-J-Cohen/112101588804907
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/nancyjcohen
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/91508.Nancy_J_Cohen
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/njcohen/
Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyjcohen
Google +: https://plus.google.com/103605084765403650204
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Yb2zOkXEQ6xmAeYv8Jp5w/

WEB SITE: http://nancyjcohen.com/
BLOG: http://nancyjcohen.wordpress.com/

UPCOMING INFO:
Contests: http://nancyjcohen.com/fun-stuff/contest/
Appearances: http://nancyjcohen.com/appearances/

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CHRONICLES OF THE PLAINESWALKERS by B.T. ROBERTSON (fantasy/adventure)

FREE BOOK! Tuesday’s Revolving Book is the fantasy CHRONICLES OF THE PLANESWALKERS by B.T. ROBERTSON

GET IT FREE at BARNES and NOBLE NOOK and at LACHESIS PUBLISHING.
Barnes and Noble: http://tinyurl.com/c5lpgnr
Lachesis Publishing: http:/…/tinyurl.com/c3xruk5

Amazon Kindle: http://tinyurl.com/dx889yq (currently at .99 cents)

TITLE: CHRONICLES OF THE PLANESWALKERS (first book in a trilogy)

GENRE: fantasy/adventure

SYNOPSIS:

In a world that is being plagued by an unseen evil and growing chaos, on Krayn elf will go searching for his destiny. Aerinas, son of Tristandor, will journey to lands far beyond those he has ever traveled before. A group of elves, giants, men, and other beings will be required to uncover the mystery locked within the secrets of the Planes. Aerinas and the others alike will face challenges that will affect them physically, emotionally, and psychologically, and ultimately face an enemy that taunts them from beyond the borders of the physical realm.

AUTHOR BIO:
Born and raised in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, B.T. has lived and worked there ever since. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Information Science and Technology in 2006 and is currently employed as a Systems Engineer. But he has always enjoyed the art of writing. In 2004, Chronicles of the Planeswalkers: Part Zero became his first published fantasy novel. He has written two more novels in the Chronicles of the Planeswalkers saga.

CONNECT WITH B.T. ROBERTSON ONLINE:
WEB SITE: http://www.btrobertson.com/
FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/btrobertson
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/PlaneswalkerBT
Blog: http://btrobertson.blogspot.ca/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/BTRobertson

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PHOENIX FIRE by MICHELLE MILES (fantasy romance)

Tuesday’s REVOLVING BOOK is the fantasy romance PHOENIX FIRE by MICHELLE MILES

PUBLISHER: DCL Publications http://thedarkcastlelords.net/

BUY IT ONLINE:
Fictionwise: http://tinyurl.com/7arb28dAll Romance eBooks: http://tinyurl.com/7664vb
AMAZON: http://tinyurl.com/6nnw4ou
PRICED RIGHT AT $2.99

SYNOPSIS:
Kill, or be killed.

Elena Gaius is Hixyl’s most heralded gladiatrix, catching the Emperor’s eye with her unspoiled beauty and fiery temper. Determined to let no man have her, he forces her into a life of unwanted accolades—for slaughter in the Games. With independence out of reach, Elena knows each day could be her last.

Cassius Antonius is a former general hired by an underground secret order to assassinate the Emperor. When he refuses, they take away the only thing precious to him—his freedom. Forced into servitude, he meets Elena and manipulates her into helping him, forming a shaky alliance and a searing romance.

The two become unwitting pawns in the struggle to save Hixyl from the Emperor’s tyranny. But plans spin out of control with the discovery of their secret tryst, and for their ultimate act of betrayal, the Emperor demands one last entertainment—to be pitted against each other in the Games in a fight to the death.

READ AN EXCERPT
http://michellemiles.net/books/fantasy/

WATCH THE BOOK TRAILER
http://michellemiles.net/trailers/

AUTHOR BIO
Michelle Miles found her love of writing buried in the fantasy books of Patricia A. McKillip and the beautiful romances of Victoria Holt. It wasn’t until her high school years she decided to take up the pen and try her hand at writing. She created faraway lands, space adventures, and even princesses who just wanted to be saved. Never learning to plot, she always believed that jumping in feet first was the way to go and has since become a self-proclaimed Pantser, writing sexy contemporaries, sizzling paranormal and sweeping fantasy.

A Native Texan, she loves hockey, baseball, drinking coffee, cross-stitching, and shopping for shoes and Coach handbags. You can read her daily antics at her blog, Ye Olde Inkwell http://www.michellemiles.net/blog Michelle is also a regular contributor to Plotting Princesses http://plottingprincesses.blogspot.com/.

CONNECT WITCH MICHELLE ONLINE:
Email: michelle@michellemiles.net
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MichelleMiles
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MichelleMilesRomance
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/477915.Michelle_Miles
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/MilesOfRomance/

Website: http://www.michellemiles.net/
Blog: http://www.michellemiles.net/blog http://plottingprincesses.blogspot.com/

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THE PIRATES OF SUFIRO by DAVID LEE SUMMERS (science fiction)

THE REVOLVING BOOK TUESDAY EDITION IS FREE! 🙂

THE PIRATES OF SUFIRO by DAVID LEE SUMMERS

POSTED TUESDAY MARCH 13TH, 2012

GENRE: SCIENCE FICTION

FREE on Barnes and Noble Nook: http://tinyurl.com/7l68xpf

ONLY .99 CENTS at Amazon Kindle: http://tinyurl.com/6qtdxqe

PUBLISHER: LACHESIS PUBLISHING: http://tinyurl.com/8xvpnm5

READ AN EXCERPT: (scroll to the bottom) http://tinyurl.com/7l68xpf

SYNOPSIS:  The Pirates of Sufiro is a novel by David Lee Summers. It tells the story of the colonization of a planet by pirate captain, Ellison Firebrandt, his first lieutenant, Roberts, and Suki, his lover.  The planet soon becomes a refuge for people of all sorts, looking for a new life and a chance to start over.  Things go wonderfully, until Captain Jerome Ellis of the Mao Corporation discovers the rare mineral, Erdonium, on the planet.  Soon, the old settlers are battling the new entrepreneurs for control of the planet.  At the same time, the galaxy faces a new threat…a power that destroys space ships at will…an enigma called the Cluster.

An all new edition of The Pirates of Sufiro with a new cover and four interior illustrations by Laura Givens is now available!

“Not unlike his other works, David Lee Summers’ novel, The Pirates of Sufiro offers extraordinary storytelling, diversity, and battles combined with fine writing, tight plots, and rich, memorable characters. This is definitely one author I’d read again and again.” Nicole Givens Kurtz, author of Zephyr Unfolding <http://www.zephyrunfolding.com>

REVIEWS:

http://tinyurl.com/84k2pg7

http://tinyurl.com/7ff2nmu

AUTHOR BIO:

David Lee Summers is an author, editor and astronomer living somewhere between the western and final frontiers in Southern New Mexico.  He is the author of five novels: The Pirates of Sufiro, Children of the Old Stars, Heirs of the New Earth, Vampires of the Scarlet Order, and The Solar Sea.  David is also co-author, with Lee Clark Zumpe, of the book, Blood Sampler, from Sam’s Dot Publishing.  His short fiction has appeared in such magazines as Realms of Fantasy, The Vampire’s Crypt, Aoife’s Kiss, The Fifth Di…, The Martian Wave, and Science Fiction Trails.  He edits the science fiction and fantasy magazine, Tales of the Talisman and serves as a consultant for El Paso Community College’s literary magazine, Chrysalis.  In addition to his work in the written word, David has also worked at numerous observatories around the southwestern United States.  Currently he works for Kitt Peak National Observatory, outside of Tucson, Arizona.

He lives in Southern New Mexico with his wife Kumie and his daughters Myranda and Verity.

CONNECT WITH DAVID ONLINE:

WEB SITE: http://www.zianet.com/dsummers/index.html
BLOG: http://davidleesummers.wordpress.com/
FACEBOOK: http://tinyurl.com/7r48kqm AND http://tinyurl.com/7fjke34
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/#!/davidleesummers

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THE GENIE IGNITES by KELLYANN ZUZULO (paranormal romance)

THE REVOLVING BOOK FRIDAY EDITION IS THE PARANORMAL ROMANCE “THE GENIE IGNITES” by KELLY ANN ZUZULO

POSTED: FRIDAY FEB. 24th, 2012

AUTHOR: KELLYANN ZUZULO
TITLE: THE GENIE IGNITES: BOOK ONE OF THE ZUBIS CHRONICLES
GENRE: PARANORMAL ROMANCE
PUBLISHER: BOROUGHS PUBLISHING GROUP

WHERE TO BUY THE BOOK:
BOROUGH PUBLISHING GROUP: http://www.boroughspublishinggroup.com/books/genie-ignites
WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON at  Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo Books, Diesel eBookstore, Smashwords

SYNOPSIS:
Bethany O’Brien is a 21st-century woman with a career, ambition, and bills. She doesn’t remember how she once felt about a nearly 4,000-year-old genie named Zubis who suddenly invades her world, but he certainly remembers her. In a previous incarnation, Bethany was an important temple priestess who apprenticed to the djinn. Zubis is powerful, alluring, and infuriatingly bemused by Bethany’s skepticism. He once vowed to love her forever and has no plans of breaking his vow. Along with returning glimmers of this past life, Bethany must soon confront a citizenship in shambles, a job in jeopardy, and a mandate from an ancient society to kill the genie of her dreams. Although the priestess she once was had been taught that a romance with a djinni must never be, Bethany gradually realizes that her love for Zubis must never be forgotten. She will risk her citizenship, her job, and her life to save him.

AUTHOR BIO:
A former journalist, Kellyann’s interest in Middle Eastern myth and legend stems from her stint as a Managing Editor of Publications for the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C.  She is a published author of several genie romance novellas.  One book, Angels & Genies, was included in a collection for which Charlaine Harris wrote the foreword. Kellyann lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, three children, and a jaunty terrier named Djin-Djin. Visit her at her website http://www.kfzuzulo.com.

Kellyann will be doing a blog tour in March – details to come here: http://www.kfzuzulo.com

CONNECT WITH KELLYANN ONLINE:
website: http://www.kfzuzulo.com
twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KFZuzulo
facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KFZuzulo

SNEAK PEEK:
Although her heart beat out a rumba in her chest, Bethany fixed a self-assured expression on her face. Two Saudi guards, precise and silent and wearing brown slacks and tan uniform shirts that bore a palm tree above two crossed swords, flanked the entrance to the embassy lobby.

Beneath a pointed archway, two conveyor belts trundled toward two X-ray machines, waiting to swallow and judge each person’s belongings. Two more Saudi guards waved short wands up and down each guest in succession.

While she waited her turn, Bethany peered down a carpeted hallway where the exodus of guests emptied into a cavernous ballroom. Her heart skipped a beat. There he was again, leaning against a fluted Doric column. The crowd flowed around him as though he were the Colossus of Rhodes, watchful and unmoving.

Blood thrummed in Bethany’s ears. Her head buzzed. She fixed her eyes on the man and willed him to turn toward her. As though in response, he cocked his head sideways, revealing his profile.

The planes of his face suggested the marble bust of an Ottoman conqueror, infused with blood.  The long slope of his nose commanded high cheekbones, angular jaw, and strong chin. Tight curls formed an inky corona that fell across his brow. More than his appearance, it was the way he moved, the set of his shoulders, and the wave in his hair that trumpeted recognition. It really was him.

A surge of familiarity blended with fear and washed across Bethany’s midsection. Vaguely aware of her actions, she pressed a hand against her chest in a gesture of astonishment. She felt certain that she had seen him before, but never in reality. Was it possible?

He was the wraith who haunted her dreams of the past several weeks. Irritation mingled with the burgeoning unease. This guy standing before her was the reason for her lack of sleep.

Only the night before, he had pursued her across empty District boulevards into a black cave inexplicably set in the middle of DuPont Circle. He made no sound and his movements were never frantic or threatening, but she ran from him just the same. And when she had reached a wall as hard and unyielding as coal, she turned to face him.

He didn’t reach for her. He didn’t menace her. He simply watched her with an expression that was at once brash, penetrating, bemused, and unrelenting. From the depths of sleep, Bethany struggled to form words, to petition the rogue who plagued her. She wanted to ask him “Why? What do you want?”
But she could only return his gaze, staring wordlessly into impenetrable eyes as golden and alive as a swirling sandstorm.

That morning, she’d awoken sweating and agitated, with a curse on her lips that she’d definitely buy a window air conditioning unit and would definitely make a concerted effort to speak to this meddlesome man of her dreams when he next appeared.

Now, here he was in the flesh. Bethany’s vision framed the man in slow motion as he turned to face her.  He folded his arms against his chest and locked his gaze on hers. A smile spread across his face. Brazen.

Bethany shut her eyes to close him out, then opened them again, as though waking from a dream. He was there. Even across the distance, she knew that his eyes were the color of sand. He watched her as though he had access to that secluded place in her mind which harbored the things only she knew about herself. Her breath caught in her chest.

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