Blog Tour: Review: Mia's Heart

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Review: Soul Kissed

Title: Soul Kissed

Series: Moonstone Saga # 1
Genre: Young Adult- Paranormal/Fantasy
Author: Courtney Cole
Publisher: Lakehouse Press LLC
Release Date: January 3, 2012
Book: E-copy sent by author

"Question: When your mother is a powerful witch and your father is a soul-sucking vampire, what does that make you?
Answer: Cursed.
With all the beauty and charm of a Siren, but cursed as a blood-sucking succubus, Empusa longs for love and a normal life. Neither of these can ever be hers, because the only thing she brings to anyone she loves is death.
Em lingers in the mortal world, hiding from her father and existing in a lonely life. Until she meets Brennan. With golden hair and a radiant smile, he captures her heart and awakens it from slumber.
But Brennan is more than he seems. And in a relationship where life itself hangs in the balance, is love ever really enough?"

Another fabulous debut, Soul Kissed made is great! 

What I loved most about this book is the banging plot. If you love greek mythology and are up for an awesome twist read this story! I loved reading each chapter, getting to know more of the back round story as well as see the characters developed. Being able to step into the characters shoes and feel the emotions, the rush of adrenaline when it comes to searching out clues is awesome.

Power play is a manger part of the book that left me speechless left and right. Whatever happen to doing something for someone without wanting or needing something in return? That's what you get when you mess with the gods.

 Of course the love interest is entertaining as well as tiring. As much as I enjoyed them together, I really dislike the back and forth thing. I couldn't help but want to slap both of them and remind them that two is better than one. I mean, if you going down, you might as well go down with a fight right?

Soul Kissed is a great start in an awesome series! It lead me to places that I never been before and kindly whipped my emotions back and forth. A strong plot that directs much action along with secrets is divine. A beautifully driven plot with much to offer, Soul Kissed is great!

I give it 4 BITES!

Happy Reading!

Review: Dante's Girl

Title: Dante's Girl
Series: The Paradise Diaries # 1
Genre: Young Adult-Contemporary

Author: Courtney Cole
Publisher: Lakehouse Press
Release Date: June 24, 2012
Book: E-copy sent by author

"I have spent every summer since I was ten years old with my father in London. Every summer, since I was ten years old, has been uneventful and boring.
Until this year.
And this year, after a freak volcanic eruption strands me far from home, I have learned these things:
1. I can make do with one outfit for three days before I buy new clothes.
2. If I hear the phrase, “You’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto,” even one more time, I might become a homicidal maniac.
3. I am horribly and embarrassingly allergic to jellyfish.
4. I am in love with Dante Giliberti, who just happens to be the beautiful, sophisticated son of the Prime Minister of a Mediterranean paradise.
5. See number four above. Because it brings with it a whole slew of problems and I’ve learned something from every one of them.
Let’s start with the fact that Dante’s world is five light-years away from mine. He goes to black-tie functions and knows the Prime Minister of England on a first name basis. I was born and raised on a farm in Kansas and wear cut-off jeans paired with cowboy boots. See the difference?
But hearts don’t care about differences. Hearts want what they want. And mine just wants to be Dante’s girl.
My heart just might be crazy."

Sweet and sassy, this book is awesome. I love a good heart-felt romantic. Ms. Cole knew exactly how to write it and how to capture my heart.

This book is fluffy but the good kind. It's starts off as two strangers  in the middle of chaos being thrown together by fate. I like who easily these two fell in step with each other. The easily made each other laugh, smile and taught each other some great life lessons.

The plot itself is typical yet different. The plot flows nicely along with some great plot twist and turns. Like adding small cat fights as well as parent pressure. Choosing the one you love is not always the easy choice yet in the end, it is worth it. With all the choices the characters make, it easy to step into their shoes and become one with them.

Nevertheless, the romantic aspects of the book really got me. I loved the sustaining of the infusion of what you want and what others want you to do. Taking that next step, is brave and impressive. I admired this element of the book so much.

Dante's Girl is an great romantic book. The kind that fills you heart with love and joy. Ms. Courtney achieves a comfortable balance between all the emotions of love, confusion, and anger. Impressive and witty, Dante's Girl is awesome!

I give it 5 BITES!

Happy Reading!

Exclusive Except: Dante's Girl

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I have an exclusive excerpt from Dante's Girl by Courtney Cole!

Release: June 22nd by Lakehouse Press

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"I have spent every summer since I was ten years old with my father in London.  Every summer, since I was ten years old, has been uneventful and boring.
Until this year.

And this year, after a freak volcanic eruption strands me far from home, I have learned these things:

1.  I can make do with one outfit for three days before I buy new clothes.

2.  If I hear the phrase, “You’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto,” even one more time, I might become a homicidal maniac.

3.  I am horribly and embarrassingly allergic to jellyfish.

4. I am in love with Dante Giliberti, who just happens to be the beautiful, sophisticated son of the Prime Minister of a Mediterranean paradise.

5.  See number four above.  Because it brings with it a whole slew  of problems and I’ve learned something from every one of them.

Let’s start with the fact that Dante’s world is five light-years away from mine.  He goes to black-tie functions and knows the Prime Minister of England on a first name basis.  I was born and raised on a farm in Kansas and wear cut-off jeans paired with cowboy boots.  See the difference?

But hearts don’t care about differences.  Hearts want what they want.  And mine just wants to be Dante’s girl.

My heart just might be crazy."

About Courtney Cole 

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Courtney Cole is a novelist who would eat mythology for breakfast if she could.
She has a degree in Business, but has since discovered that corporate America is not nearly as fun to live in as fictional worlds.

Every Last Kiss is her debut novel and she followed it with the rest of The Bloodstone Saga (Every Last Kiss, Fated, With My Last Breath and My Tattered Bonds).

Courtney lives in quiet suburbia, close to Lake Michigan, with her real-life Prince Charming, her ornery kids (there is a small chance that they get their orneriness from their mother) and a small domestic zoo.

Learn more about Courtney and her books at www.courtneycolewrites.com

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Review: My Tattered Bonds

Title: My Tattered Bonds
Series: The Blood Stone Saga # 4
Genre: Young Adult-Paranormal
Author: Courtney Cole
Publisher: Lakehouse Press
Release Date: November 1, 2011
Book: E-copy sent by author

"It is always darkest before the dawn. Harmonia has certainly found this to be true. She has faced more than any one person, goddess or mortal, should ever have to.

She has lost her soul mate time after time, lies and deceit have surrounded her and in fact, she has even been misled about her very identity. Yet she has always emerged with strength and grace. But now she will face the unthinkable. Her daughter has been taken and Harmonia will risk everything to get her back.

In this epic series finale, all will be revealed. The only question remaining is…Who will be left standing?"

This is one of my fave series that I know that I can read over and over again. Just like the beginning, My Tattered Bonds is an epic read from start to finish. Ms. Cole bring this exciting series to a conclusion with a bang!

I must say that in all of the books I always falling in love with the way that Ms .Cole can bring her readers to another place, another time so quickly. Even before starting this book, my heart is already racing from excitement. And I haven;t even started the book yet! LOL! I loved reading the book and falling right where we left off. Harmonia fighting for her family.

The plot line this book is more on edge. Harmonia is fed up with the fates, Gods & Goddesses ruining her life. She just wants peace and she will fight for it till the very end. I adore Harmonia and her strength to endure. She is strong and courageous never giving up. There were a few plot twist and changes that left me jumping up and down in my chair. Ms. Cole certainly knows how to bring her readers to the cliff, leaves us hanging for one more word. 

The love interest never fails me in the book. Their love is stronger than ever. I adore most was the loyalty to  fight to the end no matter what. That is real love. After her tattered bonds to her love ones are shaken over and over again, there are nothing but endlessly strong. 

This is an great read of epic proportions! This is none series that I didn't want to end, but I am glad that it ended on a lovely note. Happiness and joy!

I give it 5 BITES!

Happy Reading!

Review: With My Last Breath

Title: With My Last Breath
Series: The Bloodstone Saga # 3
Genre: Young Adult- Paranormal
Author: Courtney Cole
Publisher: Lake House Press
Release Date: September 1, 2011
Book: E-copy sent by author

"Just when Harmonia thought she had saved everyone she loved, the unthinkable happens and her life is shattered… in the space of just one breath.

Now, she is left alone to shoulder a challenge, because she alone can fulfill a prophecy and restore Olympus. She knows she can succeed; she is the daughter of gods, after all. But will doing so cause her to lose herself?

To find Zeus’ sword, she is forced to return to a place that she knows will cause her pain. But she willingly goes in order to save everyone she loves, because pain alone cannot kill her. Or can it?"

Just when I thought this series can't get any better it did! I loved this book. I really enjoyed the adventure in fighting for the one that you love till death.

Nothing motivate someone more than saving the life of the one that you love. I really like that the main characters go deeper than ever before not only psychically but emotional as well. The strength that her loved one gave her is enduring. As the reader steps in another action packed plot line Harmonia (Macy) set out on a adventure to restore what she lost.

The best part of these book is the well written, descriptive writing Ms. Cole gives her readers. There is nothing like a great book with such great writing that is does none other than pull you into another place, an other time. The plot line is filled with many different emotions, twist that all you can do is hold your breath and scream!

Again, the love interest. I LOVE a good love story. These two characters fight so hard to find each other. The reader can tell right away that this is no ordinary love. The love that flows beyond the pages of this great book is strong and beautiful. This book is my favorite because of what is fought for within the book. It's not about restoring kingdom, taking your rightful place, but about love. And those my friends are the best stories yet.

I love this series whole-heartily! This is one that I can picked up be swept through time and space, never getting old. If you want a great book of adventure, fighting, and a strong passionate love, read this book. This book is great for those who love a good historical fiction. Pick up this book, it will give a love to die for!

I give it 5 BITES!

Happy Reading!

Review: Fated

Title: Fated
Series: The Bloodstone Saga # 2
Genre: Young Adult- Paranormal/Fantasy
Author: Courntey Cole
Publisher: Lake House Press
Release Date: June 22, 2011
Book: E-copy sent by author

"Seventeen-year old Macy Lockhart thought she had it all figured out.

As a Keeper in the ancient organization, the Order of the Moirae, she literally holds fate in her hands. She lives over and over in lives that end tragically; all to further the good of mankind as she does her part to control destiny.
But there's one lesson that she hasn't learned well enough. Nothing is ever what it seems.

Startling new revelations about her identity surface and Macy realizes that she's more important than she ever imagined. As she struggles to grasp her new reality, everyone she loves is threatened. Is she strong enough to save them all? "

This book picks up right where it left off. It doesn't confused the reader, but sets out on a whole new adventure. Once again, the reader fall immediately into the plot that Ms. Cole created. With great vivid detailing, the reader enters the world where Macy is fighting to once again save her loves one life.

What I enjoyed most about this book is the great writing. I can always pick up this authors book and now that I will be transported through time to another world. I have no problem picking up the book, falling into the story. Even if you haven't read the first book, you can pick up this book with out any confusement. Ms. Cole writes an intriguing plot line that is always action packed.

I really love a good love story. I love that Macy loves with your soul mate is never ending and always strong. I like that their love isn't one that is created instantly but something that has grown over all those years. Their loyalty to each other and the way they comfort each other, always makes my heart soar.

I tip my hat to you Ms. Cole. You have once again created such amazing story that I totally fell in love with! If you want a great love story that goes beyond ages, read this book!

I give it 5 BITES!

Happy Reading!

Blog Tour: Blood Stone Saga

Hello everyone! I am the next stop on the Bloodstone Saga Blog Tour! I am excited that I have author, Ms. Courtney Cole here today!

"Seventeen-year old Macy Lockhart thought she had it all figured out.

As a Keeper in the ancient organization, the Order of the Moirae, she literally holds fate in her hands. She lives over and over in lives that end tragically; all to further the good of mankind as she does her part to control destiny.
But there’s one lesson that she hasn’t learned well enough. Nothing is ever what it seems.

Startling new revelations about her identity surface and Macy realizes that she’s more important than she ever imagined.

As she struggles to grasp her new reality, everyone she loves is threatened. Is she strong enough to save them all?"

About Fated - Goodreads, Amazon, B&N, Indiebound

 What was your inspiration for writing about Cleopatra?

I have always been fascinated by Egyptian culture and history, with a particular interest in Cleopatra herself.  The woman was an enigma.   But When I first had the idea for Every Last Kiss, I was thinking about historical characters who might change their tragic fates if they could… and Cleopatra popped into my mind right away.   It always makes research more fun if the subject matter is something you are already interested in. 

 Are the characters based on yourself or anyone you know?

Not really.  Hasani has a few characteristics of my husband—he’s tall, witty and pleasantly arrogant.  J  But other than that, no.  The characters are all their own.

 What book was the hardest to write?

Hmm.  That would have to be a toss-up between the first one and the last one.  Every Last Kiss was difficult because I was establishing the characters and the plot.  My Tattered Bonds was difficult because I was saying goodbye to my characters.  I cried when I typed “The End.”

 Are you working on any new projects?

Yes, I am.  Because I wasn’t quite ready yet to let go of all of my Bloodstone Saga characters, I’m working on a spin-off series called The Moonstone Saga.  It follows Hecate’s daughter, Empusa.  The first book, Soul Kissed, will be released soon.  You’ll hear from Em, Hecate and even Hades.  I can’t wait!

 What books do you plan on reading this winter?

I have a TBR stack that you wouldn’t believe… it must be 3 feet tall.  J   I always read my friends’ books, so if one of them releases something new, it will take precedence over anything else.  I’m actually reading an ARC of my friend Fisher Amelie’s upcoming book, Callum and Harper, right now.  LOVE it.  

Other than that, I have so many books that I need to catch up on.  I want to read the Hex Hall series.  Can you believe that I still haven’t read the first book in Richelle Mead’s Bloodlines series?  Yikes.  I’m behind.   I need to catch up on Kiersten White’s Paranormalcy series… I could go on and on. 

Thanks for having me here, Savannah!  It was fun! 

About the author:

About Courtney Cole - website, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads
Courtney Cole is a YA novelist who loves thunderstorms, cake batter and insane amounts of coffee. She wrote her first story at the age of 9, although thankfully it has remained hidden away in an old cedar chest beneath musty blankets. Her more recent efforts are much better.

And now for some great giveaways! For this tour stop, Courtney is giving away offering a signed book mark and an authentic Greek Drachma, necessary for paying the ferryman to the Underworld!

To enter the daily give-away, you must leave a comment on the tour post.  

The second give-away is for a grand prize of a gorgeous Kindle Touch skinned with the cover art from the final book in the Bloodstone Saga: My Tattered Bonds!

Review: Every Last Kiss

Title: Every Last Kiss
Series: The Bloodstone Sage # 1
Genre: Young Adult- Paranormal/Fantasy
Author: Courtney Cole
Publisher: Lakehouse Press
Release Date: May 2, 2011
Book: E-ARC sent by author

"What would you do if you held Fate in your hands? 17-year old Macy Lockhart has the weight of the world on her shoulders. For thousands of years, she has been a Keeper in the ancient organization, the Order of the Moirae… and she literally holds fate in her hands. But this is something that she forgets because her memories are wiped clean in every life until it is time for her cycle to start again. For the last two thousand years, this has never been a problem. Until now. And now…Fate, the very thing that Macy was born to keep, is being challenged and she has only one choice: To return to a previous life to fix it; a life where she was Cleopatra’s handmaiden, Charmian. And that’s not all. Unless she interferes with the fabric of time, the very thing she has returned to repair, her soul mate will die leading Marc Antony’s forces against Rome. Can she really stand aside and allow the love of her life to die all over again?"

What can I say to express my love for this book? It blew me away! I mean, I was just taken back!! I really, really loved this book! So much great writing, characters, plot, that it left me giddy!!

One thing that amazed me about this book is the great plot and place. I loved ancient Egypt and the tell of Cleopatra. The story has always intrigued me. When I began reading this book, I loved the way Ms. Cole weaved the story with such in depth detail of Egypt. I felt like I was there in the pyramids!!! Ms. Cole definitely grabbed the reader and drown them in her story. Ms. Cole added elements of a past life, a future life, The Fates, and time traveling. WOAH!

The characters were dynamic! It blew me away of how well developed and strong the voices were. I love hearing  strong voice. But to capture a voice of a teen back in Egypt times is just incredible! I loved how the main character Macy, regarded her past life and fell into what she needed to to. The characters grew along with the reader, so the reader wasn't left behind or confused. The relationship of Cleopatra and Macy really left me happy. I loved their friendship and loyalty to each other as well as Egypt.

Now the love interest had me by the heart. I loved warriors. And warriors who had honor, strength, and loyalty to their loved one makes me smile. This love interest is not the same as anything else. Their passion for each other made me giddy! So when I got to the ending of the book, I smiled like a canary holding a secret!!

You must read this book! The time travel in it will leave you in awe! The love will capture your heart. The fight will have you fighting till the end. Ms. Cole pacing of the book will have flipping the pages faster and faster! Great amazing book with great characters! Read it!

I give it 5 BITES!

Happy Reading!