Friday, May 17, 2013

KIRSTEN WEISS BOOK BLAST TOUR The Infernal Detective

THE INFERNAL DETECTIVE

A Riga Hayworth Paranormal Mystery Novel, Book 4

COMING SOON

a Rafflecopter giveaway Misterio Press introduces THE INFERNAL DETECTIVE, by Kirsten Weiss. A paranormal mystery where nothing is quite as it seems, and where magic lies just beyond the veil.

THE INFERNAL DETECTIVE, the fourth book in the Riga Hayworth series, published by misterio press, will be available on Amazon May 21, 2013.

When Riga Hayworth finds a dead body in her bedroom a week before her wedding, it’s par for the course. When the corpse drives off with her fiancée… That’s a problem.

Riga knows dead. More intimately than she’d like. So when a murdered photographer gets up and walks away, she’s believes there’s necromancy afoot. And when she discovers that several of her wedding guests are under the influence of dark magic, she’s certain. But how can she catch a killer and stop a necromancer when even her nearest and dearest are lying to her?

THE INFERNAL DETECTIVE is a fun, fast-paced paranormal mystery based in wintertime Lake Tahoe.

About the Author:

Kirsten Weiss is the author of the Riga Hayworth series of paranormal mysteries: the urban fantasy,The Metaphysical Detective, The Alchemical Detective, and The Shamanic Detective.

Kirsten worked overseas for nearly fourteen years, in the fringes of the former USSR and deep in the Afghan war zone. Her experiences abroad not only gave her glimpses into the darker side of human nature, but also sparked an interest in the effects of mysticism and mythology, and how both are woven into our daily lives.

Now based in San Mateo, CA, she writes paranormal mysteries, blending her experiences and imagination to create a vivid world of magic and mayhem.

Kirsten has never met a dessert she didn’t like, and her guilty pleasures are watching Ghost Whisperer reruns and drinking good wine.

You can connect with Kirsten on:

Kirsten’s Website | Kirsten’s Twitter Profile | Kirsten’s Facebook Page
Kirsten’s Google+ Page | Kirsten’s Pinterest Boards | Kirsten's Amazon Page

TOUR GIVEAWAY DETAILS:

Kirsten is giving away copies of THE INFERNAL DETECTIVE (winners choice of eBook or signed paperback) along with a bookmark and handmade book charm to FIVE (5) lucky winners.

Kirsten Weiss' The Infernal Detective Book Blast Tour Schedule
May 13 - 31
5/13 - Curse of the Bibliophile
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5/14- Little Read Riding Hood
http://littlereadridinghood.com/
5/15- Curling Up With A Good Book
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5/16- Page Flipperz
http://pageflipperz.blogspot.com/
5/17- Book Lovin Mamas
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5/18- Confessions of the Paranormal
http://confessionsoftheparanormal.blogspot.com/
5/19- You Gotta Read Reviews
http://yougottaread.com/
5/21- United by Books
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5/22- FUONLYKNEW
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5/23- Queen of All She Reads
http://queenofallshereads.blogspot.com/
5/24- Jessie's Book Place
http://xjessiexbellex.blogspot.com/
5/25- Mythical Books
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5/26- Auggie Talk
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5/28- Toot's Book Reviews
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5/30- Over The Edge
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5/31- Book Monster Reviews
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The Spirit of the Heart - Ismael N Nuno Md Book Review

THE SPIRIT OF THE HEART

As one of America's former leading cardiac surgeons, Dr. Nuño healed patients' hearts. Fixing "broken" hearts gave him a unique and intimate view into the power of the heart. Even coming face to face with death and losing patients, there is a beauty that can exist even in loss. The Spirit of the Heart is a collection of heart-warming stories that resonate at the core of our humanness. He graciously offers the insights he has gained from occupying a front-row seat at some of life's most real and raw moments. These tender stories teach us about what it means to be human, to be connected to others, to love, to live, to forgive.

My review

5 /5

Doctor Ismael N. Nuno, M.D. is a Heart surgeon in California. As one of America's former leading cardiac surgeons, Dr. Nuño healed patients' hearts.

Fixing "broken" hearts gave him a unique and intimate view into the power of the heart In The SPIRIT of the HEART Stories he tells of Family, Hope, Loss, and Healing. Many stories entwined with the pages are of hope, survival, loss of loved ones, patients and the spirit with the body and soul. You may even grin a little at times and be deep in thought on within the other pages.

Do these sometime miracles occur due to the faith of one, the technology provided or the expertise of the surgeon??? Dr Nuno tells us of his story – his beliefs, his thoughts and many a times when he thought the worse outcome and it came across more of a miracle.

Dr. Nuno writes about the loss of loved ones within his family - families, patients, and surgeries he has performed. He writes about losing patients, and family despite his vast knowledge of his work. Sometimes it’s just not enough to save them. However, due to his extensive knowledge he has also given many more time on earth due to his operations and faith in what he does.

Like most surgeons Doctor Ismael wants no more them to help them survive even in there weakest moments. He has given many patients more time on earth due to his loyalty to his work, his faith in what he does and his caring attitude for his patients, and survival. We see many stories of survival and many of loss.

We see and feel along the way as Doctor Nuno loses loved ones due to heart conditions, he knows what this disease does to someone and he has lived through this ordeal on more than just a patient level but with loved ones close to his heart.

Doctor Nuno has been behind the scenes on many shows giving his knowledge and consultations where medicine is concerned. Aka House Md. Even to the extent of helping out when the pope is involved.

I enjoyed this book from the first chapter. I felt as though I was within the pages as the Doctor told his stories. I felt his heart breaking as he told of the loss of this daughter. The loss of his mother and the wonderful dream is also had of her telling him she is fine. So even in loss his mothers comes to him in a dream and tells him she is fine and in one piece. I can see can this gave him that ending he needed even after her death. I really enjoyed this heartfelt moment.

Myself had an encounter after my dad passed, We were discussing him and hoping his life is now peaceful after all he had been through. A bottle of lavender smashed in the bathroom, giving us a sense of peace that he is now resting and with his daughter . This may seem unreal and untrue but it gave us the family a sense of well being on such a sad occassion.

As a mother I can’t imagine his pain of knowing so much as doctor and being unable to help the ones he loves. Sometimes it doesn’t matter how much you know, how much technology you have at your hands, sometimes it’s just time, or circumstances that cannot help one.

Doctor nuno tells stories of his family, his upbringing, his children, life and death and his career.

From what I read this doctor had a lot of heart and soul and believed that anything was certainly possible. But also it seems he never knew what to expect.

He tells of an operation he performs, a heart transplant, where they wait watching the heart, expecting a disaster that never comes. He says he wanders to himself if it was the technology or prayer that saved the young ladies life. ?? (I believe that it’s nice to believe in what you do, it certainly gives you hope)

Is it faith or technology? That saved this girls life? You really have to wander yourself right!

These stories are very heart warming, touching both professional levels and personal levels. I really enjoyed these Doctors stories he told, and I think it would be wonderful for more to also write down more of their lives along the way.

The book was inspirational, wonderfully written and a well told story for all. I highly recommend to all who don’t fear to believe in all possibilities in life. Whether it be your faith, your prayers, the untold or modern technology or medicine.

This doctors beliefs in all - has performed many miracles . Which certainly made my heart fill full - and also ache.

Kind thank to the Cadence Group IL for supplying me this hardcover review copy for my honest opinion and thoughts.

Just the Messenger - Ninette Swannn Book Blitz

Just the Messenger

Ninette Swann

Blurb

When Graciela Merced fumbles a package she’s delivering for her mysterious and sexy boss, Gene Hardy, she finds out he’s more than just a wealthy photographer. Prepared to lose her job, she confronts him…and ends up embroiled in the tricky takedown of a powerful drug cartel pushing cocaine into the heart of New York City.

Marco Valencia is an undercover agent, working against time—and against Gene Hardy—to crack Angel’s Drug Cartel before the story makes it to the press. When Hardy’s luscious Venezuelan messenger literally falls at his feet, he has no idea just how well he’ll get to know the beauty or how difficult it will be to drop her.

Hardened by experience, Gene Hardy takes his undercover work seriously, and charges a hefty price. When Grace makes a careless mistake and hurls him back into the visage of Marco Valencia, he must either fire her, or involve her in a twisted plot that could kill them all.

As the two men battle over their feelings for Graciela—and their attraction to each other—one thing becomes perfectly clear.

Grace is much more than just the messenger.

Buy Links:

NBP Store: http://noboundariespressstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=262

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BOYYKXO

ARe: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-justthemessenger-1098125-152.html

Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/just-the-messenger-ninette-swann/1114763651?ean=2940016263878

Thursday, May 16, 2013

One Tiny Secret - Adam Kunz Book Release & Review

One Tiny Secret Back Book Blurb

**Mature Content Warning** Recommended for 17+ due to language, violence, and sexual content.

Just one tiny secret has the potential to ruin everything.

Being the daughter of the sheriff in a small town like Holden Ridge means that eighteen-year-old Danielle “Dani” Marks’ life is under constant surveillance. She’s made a habit of staying under the radar by being a floater among social circles at school, which has kept her out of trouble—until now.

After a missing persons case stirs up the entire town, Dani finds herself caught right in the middle of the scandal. When she’s labeled a possible suspect, things quickly go from bad to worse. The sudden return of her old flame, Parker Reed, manages to make her whole situation even more complicated.

When an elusive unknown person begins to blackmail Dani by threatening to reveal her deepest secrets, Dani refuses to play along. That is, until the person’s actions take a violent turn. Holden Ridge loses its sense of quaint town security, and Dani is caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

Who can she trust when anyone around her could be a suspect?

One thing’s for certain though: Never underestimate the power of one tiny secret.

MY REVIEW

5 Parker Reed VVVVV's !

Unpredictable, Edgy - full of intrigue and secrecy..,

Everything about this book is MIND BLOWING. The prose, the secerets in the storyline, the characters and even the design cover!!!

One Tiny Secret is a thrilling, intense, and addictive read that is suspenseful, SCARY and also romantic and swoon worthy. (Grins) A Na novel like no other.

The characters breathe a life of their own and the story - Adam has crafted, is so well detailed and woven I felt like I was right there inside the book even till the very last page. He certainly nailed Dani's pov and gave us a kick arse protagonist.

I have read many stories by male authors and the romance always seems to be rushed or almost non-existent loll. Adam did take his time in giving us the romance, nothing rushed and it was gradual.

Normally you can tell when a male writes romance - no pun intended. But Adam certainly nailed the romance dead line and centre with this story. He grasped every feeling - emotion and description beautifully, giving the reader many vivid descriptions while on this suspenseful roller coaster ride.

Parker Reed was Swoony, Sexylicious, and so perfect. Vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv baby ! <3 (( snickers))

Adam weaved all emotions perfectly and I was in Dani's head the whole time and felt every emotion and thought whilst reading One Tiny Secret. Every text left me wandering and I was more then curious to know WTH was going on.

The suspense was riveting - and UNPREDICTABLE by any means. For all those who like a slightly haunting tale, this was well defined throughout the pages. At 3am I had to saying I was glued in my chair with the light on... Every noise - on was on the edge lol. ((yes I am a scaredy cat) loll

The characters were written with flaws, but so very true to life. The storyline given forth is one of its own and certainly unique.

A fantastic new story by Adam and I have to say ** I have One Tiny Secret ** It kicked arse

About the Author

Adam Kunz is the A part of the mother and son author duo C.A. Kunz. Growing up, he always had a fondness for R.L. Stine’s Fear Street series. So, it was a no brainer when he decided to write his own novel that it’d be a thrilling mystery with a dash of horror. When he’s not busy writing, Adam enjoys his job at a theme park in Orlando, Florida as a décor consultant. This job brings him face to face with all sorts of nightmarish creatures, especially when he decorates the haunted houses for the park's annual Halloween event. It’s been said by many that his addiction to Starbucks coffee will most likely be his downfall later in life. If you would like to find out more about this author, C.A. Kunz, or

One Tiny Secret, please visit the links below:

Author Website- http://www.cakunz.blogspot.com

Facebook Author Page- http://www.facebook.com/authoradamkunz

Author Interview - Zoe Forward - Dawn of a Dark Knight and Spotlight

Dawn of a Dark Knight - Zoe Forward .

In the shadows of our world, a secret band of warriors fights to protect us. They are the last line of defense against an evil no human can stop.

An ancient nemesis has resurfaced. Duty demands that Ashor Vlahos, Scimitar Magi commander, recruit a magical healer to fortify the remaining eight magi. The gods' choice is the woman who helped him escape torture a decade ago. Ashor couldn't have imagined a better punishment for his vow-breaker homicidal incidents than for the gods to bind him irrevocably to the only woman in the universe he cannot have. The soul-searing desire she ignites in him is strictly forbidden.

Kira Hardy, M.D. is a brilliant, hardworking internal med resident with big secrets. But when Ashor asks for aid after a brutal daemon attack, she is sucked into his dangerous, secret world. Enslavement to the magi, no matter how hot they are, may be an unattractive life plan, but being targeted for death by their enemies is less tolerable.

She must trust the sexy, tormented Ashor to keep her safe while he must deny his ultimate desire and keep Kira at arm's length lest he bring destruction down on them both. As a centuries-old evil catches up to them, they face a crucial decision--follow the gods' rules or follow their hearts.

Id like to welcome Zoe to Page Flipperz. I have asked her a few questions .

1. For anyone who does not know Zoe Forward , would you please tell us something about yourself?

Thank you for inviting me to visit! I’m a veterinarian by day and a writer at night. In the middle I’m a mom.  My special love of archaeology, especially anything Egyptian, shines through in the Scimitar Magi series.  A deep part of me wishes I had pursued a career that would have me at a dig site in a hot, sandy country, but I’m a small animal veterinarian, caring for everything from chinchillas to dogs...and over the years there was even one hermit crab in there.

2. Who or what has been the biggest influence in your life and why?

Many people have helped mold me into a writer, but none more so than my mother who always took the time to read everything I’ve ever written and comment. She is, herself, an artist very open to the world around her. Artists do truly see the world in a different way. As Georgia O’Keeffe says: To create one's own world in any of the arts takes courage.

3. Is there a question that you would like to be asked in an interview, but nobody has asked? If so, ask away.

Do you think books need humor or does it detract from the story?

Humor is absolutely necessary to keep me entertained when I read a book and you will always find humor infused throughout my books. My author hero for demonstrating the art of weaving humor into a good story is Rick Gualtieri in Bill the Vampire, who so skillfully creates tear-evoking humor with a fantastic paranormal theme.

4. How many books have you published ?

Dawn of a Dark Knight is my first published novel. Its sequel has been contracted and is in editing.

5. What is your current wip ?

The sequel to Dawn of a Dark Knight, the second in the Scimitar Magus series, is in-editing with my publisher. In this novel, there is a new magus who just got released from an unjustified stint in purgatory. Long ago, a dark-magik sorcerer cursed him and the woman he loves to murder each other within days of meeting in each new lifetime. Being back means this cycle will start again. He’s attempted countless curse-reversal rituals over the centuries, and all failed. Now, he may have discovered a way to break their vicious cycle. But it requires he kill her before she strikes her death blow, something he’s never done in the past.

6. What gave you the Idea to write Dawn of a dark knight?

I’ve been a paranormal romance and mainstream fiction addict for decades. And I grew up a fan of Indiana Jones and Ann Rice. So, writing paranormals was a no brainer. For Dawn of a Dark Knight everything came together at the right creative moment — my love of Egyptian mythology, my long-time passion for archaeology, my ideas about a new type of paranormal hero and more. It all just gelled.

7. Have you written any of your characters in your book to anyone you know ?

I can say with certainty I’ve never based a character on an immediate family member. But I have borrowed traits from acquaintances for some of the characters I’ve developed. When I’ve done so, it is done with love for these are characters that make me smile.

8. Why paranormal romance ?

I have dabbled in other genres, but every time the story gets going, it turns paranormal. I love the flexibility this genre allows for bending the world’s rules. For right now, this is where I belong.

9. Any advice to new writers ?

Read. It’s very important to keep reading. Not just books that are in the genre you like to write, but books that are about the craft of writing. I think it’s one of the parts of being an author that a lot of people overlook. I have stacks of these books. Some are great, and others not so good, but I’ve learned something from each of them.

10. Anything you would like to share with the readers about your writing? Aka when do you like best to write and where?

I’m thrilled to steal a few minutes in a busy day to pen some pages. Most plotting and brainstorming happens on my work commute or walking the dog. Most of my writing happens late at night. Bottom line is that I make it happen, but my writing days are anything but typical.

Some blitz questions.

Last Vacation destination: the beach

Favorite Flower: tulip

Last Movie You Saw: Argo

Last Book You Read: Rick Gualtieri’s The Mourning Woods

Your guilty pleasure: chocolate

Drink of choice: chai

Night or day: day

Winter or summer: summer

Lace or leather: leather

Thank you for having me visit today. I love to hear from readers. Visit my website and send me an email: http://www.zoeforward.com

Links:

Website: http://www.zoeforward.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorzoe.forward

Buy on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Dawn-Dark-Knight-ebook/dp/B00ADAD9AU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1354129181&sr=8-1&keywords=dawn+of+a+dark+knight

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

The Soliders Return - Ava Delany - Book Promo

Celebrate Armed Forces Day with The Soldier’s Return brought to you by Breathless Press and Ava Delany

Blurb:

Hot and tight, Janelle has a surprise for her husband he is sure to remember.

Wet with anticipation, Janelle waits in her sexiest attire. She longs for her husband's return from deployment in Afghanistan. When he arrives, she has a surprise for him. But she isn't the only one with something to share.

Will this homecoming be as fulfilling as she desires?

Links

Breathless Press

The Soldier's Return on Amazon

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ALL ROMANCE.COM

EXCERPT

The key in the lock sent her pulse racing, and she stepped into the hallway, wanting to be the first thing he saw. The door opened. His finely pressed military uniform accentuated the thick muscles of his chest and arms. His dark hair and swarthy complexion gave him the appearance of an Arabic sheik, and she wanted to be his harem girl.

A loud thump reverberated throughout the room as he dropped the bags he carried. Ignoring his widening eyes, she jumped into his arms, pressing her warm flesh to him. Ron's muscles rippled under her hands. He kicked the door closed behind them, and her lips covered his, her tongue desperate to discover the heat of his mouth.