Title: Carnage (The L.O.R.D.S #5) Author: Shantel Tessier Genre: Dark Revenge Romance Release Date: October 31, 2023
A PUPPET
The men in the secret society known as the Lords think they rule the world. And in a way, they do. Each has sold their soul to the devil at a young age in exchange for power and wealth. Like anything else, they have different levels of success. The more they’re willing to serve, the more power they have. Among them are the Spade brothers, who run Carnage. It’s where the Lords who have not held up their oath go to live out the rest of their lives in shackles.
Tucked away from the world as if they never existed.
I VOW. YOU VOW. WE VOW.
I once belonged to a Lord—Saint Beckham Carter. Although nothing was holy about him, I still kneeled as if he could grant me eternity in a world where only evil existed.
At the time, I willingly vowed to be his and allowed him to share me with his “brothers.” But things changed. And what I thought couldn’t get any better got exceptionally worse. So I did the only thing I could and ran from him, knowing I could never return.
Now he’s found me and dragged me back to his hell, where he will make me his pet. The world already thinks I’m dead, so no one will miss me. And I’m just another name on a long list of those who will never know freedom.
It’s so dark in his life that his Claimed mates may never get out.
Becca Grimm is a Legion demon and has known one thing since she was a young girl: she would have a breeding pact. That her breeding pact partner turned out to be her Tether was a dream come true until he broke her heart, and then she wanted to break his face until he crawled back to kiss her feet.
But Jumper’s world is darker and more secretive than he’s ever let on. Even with her guardian-Tethers, at her side, she can barely navigate it. And finding her way back to the light is impossible in a world where wickedness reigns.
Becca can’t say no to the things Jumper demands of her. She loves the things that Tobin wants from her. And she can’t look away from the things she sees Jumper and Crux do together.
Content Warning to come.
It’s recommended that you read the series in order, beginning with RAIDEN.
Title: Eight Years Gone Author: Cate Beauman Genre: Contemporary, Military Romance Release Date: September 20, 2023
A steamy second chance…
Jagger Tennyson never had it easy, but that all changes when Dr. Steven Evans knocks on his front door. Leaving poverty and hopelessness behind, Jagger creates a life he’s been too afraid to dream of. But tragedy strikes late one night, and everything falls apart. Jagger is forced to walk away, leaving the woman he loves.
Grace Evans grew up with wealth and privilege, but she’s no stranger to loss and pain. When she meets the gorgeous boy from the wrong side of the tracks, everything changes for the better. Grace has never loved anyone the way she loves Jagger. But he vanishes on the night that nearly destroys her.
Eight years later, Jagger comes home, and nothing is how it was supposed to be. Dreams were shattered, and trust was broken, but he wants to make things right. He’ll do whatever it takes to fight for Grace, but proving he still loves her won’t be easy.
When tragedy befalls Grace again, Jagger can help her pick up the pieces. But can Grace forgive the past?
I was at Books At The Beach for the third time this year. I can’t begin to express how much I love this event. The hostesses are just amazing, and the volunteers are amazing. It’s always pleasant and successful. Not to mention that I get to see friends and familiar faces that bring joy to my heart. Catching up with all these long-lost peeps is part of all the fun.
Not to mention, this year, I had not just my husband with me but my PA, Chanel Johnson. She kept me on the straight and narrow and was terrific with the people I couldn’t entertain while I was blessed to have a small crowd. She also held my books when I shipped two seventy-pound boxes her way until I got there.
I managed an incredible book and swag haul. Please note my goodies in my pics. They won’t be doing the event next year, but I look forward to 2026. If there is a sign-up, consider me signed up.
Spotlighting Author Kathe Koja and her new release DARK PARK!
Title: Dark Park Author: Kathe Koja Genre: Speculative Fiction / SciFi / LGBT / Literary Release Date: September 19, 2023
The only thing wilder than a night at the club is the morning after, in Paradise.
DARK FACTORY opened the doors to a reality-bending dance club, an online immersive portal, and the feeling that the whole world is on the brink of something new. DARK PARK takes you there.
DARK PARK follows documentary filmmaker Sergey Kendricks as he tracks Ari Regon and Felix the DJ through the fever and chaos of stardom and celebrity culture, while Max Caspar quests deeper into the unstable gaming landscape of Birds of Paradise: pursued and idolized by fans, acolytes, haters, and schemers, all dazed by beauty and searching for the end of the end of the world. Join us at DarkFactory.club. The story has already begun.
Oh my gosh, Sam Hall just released Scapegoat, and it was so good I have to spotlight it!
Title: Scapegoat (Scapegoats and Misfits #1) Author: Sam Hall Genre: Paranormal Romance, Shifters and Werewolves Release Date: September 9, 2023
THIS BOOK IS A STANDALONE “Take your sister with you.” That’s what my mother tells me every time I leave the house, but especially when I hang out with them. The Campbell boys. Tall, golden, perfect, they’re likely to become the next alphas of the pack. And my mother is determined that my sister will become their mate. But these boys? They’ve been my best friends, confidantes and play mates since we were kids and now? We’re eighteen, hovering on the brink of adulthood, and I’m beginning to think they want to make that step with me. But nothing and no one gets in the way my mother’s dreams. Not even her own daughter.
Scapegoat is a second chance romance with A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing vibes, but in a whole new world! It is a standalone.
Vanessa only had three loves in life. Beauty, her dog, and the sound a man made as she drained him of his blood to create her favorite face mask. However, the knowledge that she used her victims to create her best-selling cosmetics, soaps, and candles also gives her a thrill. Now her perfect world is threatened as two men, a vampire and an FBI agent turned stalker, make their unhealthy obsession with her known.
They both know her secret.
They both know the other is watching.
They both will do anything in their power to make her theirs.
Note: This is a standalone why choose romance that has DARK themes so it should be read only in the right state of mind. Please take all warnings into consideration since it is graphic and touches on topics that are not suitable for readers under 18.
My release date for JUMPER is the start of November! I finished the first draft, finally. It was challenging with all the travel I was doing and having COVID. I will be working on the second draft starting next week. I need to read what I have written and red pen the hell out of it first. I have a signing in St. Pete (Tampa) at the end of this month, but I should be able to stay on schedule.
I’m here this week to celebrate Rebecca Rathe’s new release, The Binding!
Title: The Binding (The Binding Series #1) Author: Rebecca Rathe Genre: Paranormal Reverse Harem Romance Release Date: August 31, 2023
Calista Batts lives a sheltered life, until the day she is kidnapped and used in a sacrificial ceremony meant to drain her of a dormant power she knew nothing about. When the magic inside her is unlocked, it nearly kills her, but not before calling three mysterious and powerful men to her side. Inexplicably drawn to the dying woman, they resolve to bind her to themselves- mind, body, and soul- in a desperate attempt to save her life.
Now Calista must learn to control her newfound magic and adjust to this previously hidden world, all while navigating the overwhelming effects of her new bonds.
As feelings intensify, all of them struggle in their own way- Draven, with his uncontrollable bloodlust. Seth, with his desperate need for touch. And Hawthorne, who is burdened by his past and guilt over the sacrifices made to save her. Together, they must harness their collective strength to confront the cult that nearly killed her.
Will they be able to accept their new bonds in time?
The Binding is a paranormal MMFM romance. Please refer to the author’s bio for content guidance, as there may be subject matter that is disturbing to some readers.