The 2014 Jane Eyre Read-Along: Week 1

 

The 2014 Jane Eyre Read-Along 

is hosted by

A Night's Dream of Books

and

Babbling Books

Here are the first week's discussion questions:




What do you know about this novel and its author?
Have you ever read it before, or is this your first reading?
Have you seen any of the TV or movie versions?

I read Jane Eyre over ten years ago in high school. I was in an AP English course and Jane Eyre was on the list of many recommended reads. Not everyone in class picked to read this book, but I'm glad that I did for it became one of my favorite classics.

Spotlight of The Second Coming: A Love Story by Scott Pinsker

The Second Coming: A Love Story

By Scott Pinsker

Two men claim to be the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.  Each claims the other is Satan in disguise.  But only one is telling the truth… and damned if anyone knows who’s who.

In The Second Coming: A Love Story, author Scott Pinsker takes a battle-axe to the Left Behind clichés, reimagining the End Days prophecies as an unruly theo-thriller: Soon after the earthly arrivals of two VERY different Second Comings, the United States splits along ideological lines, with Red America swiftly swearing allegiance to the conservative “savior” and Blue America (naturally) worshiping at the altar of the other.  A cutthroat Culture War-turned-Holy War explodes, with both sides waging a win-at-all-costs marketing campaign to prove their savior’s supremacy.

It’s finally happened: Red America and Blue America are headed for Armageddon!

Blog Blast: Encore! by Jamie Salisbury (18+)

 

Encore!

Mary Stuart and Daniel Kennedy have not seen each other since attending a prestigious performing arts school.

Now a world renowned violinist, and married to his career, Daniel stumbles across Mary through her images at a London gallery. He is in need of a photographer with vision - she is a photographer in need of clients.

Mary has all but given up the stage - or has she? Her photographs pay the bills far more than her fancy musical education. But Mary has secrets. . .secrets she dare not share with even the roguish Mr. Kennedy.

A roving paparazzi lens changes all that for them. . .

Can Daniel forgive Mary for hiding her past - and her present? Will their relationship break like a violin string - or will their love endure the chaos?

***A Contemporary Erotica book from the Tudor Sage series.

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Review: Knight of Light (The Watchers #1) by Deirdra Eden

“The Watchers” are supernatural beings in human form, charged with protecting mankind from the armies of darkness. Unfortunately, some of these Watchers go bad.

Deirdra Eden’s The Watcher’s Series is written in a traditional fairytale style with a young girl’s discovery of incredible, but dangerous powers within herself, a cast of humorous side-kicks, a quest for greater self-discovery and purpose, and villains of epic proportions.

In England, 1270 A.D., Auriella (pronounced yurr-ee-ella) flees her village after being accused of witchcraft. Pursued by nightmarish creatures, she struggles to accept the truth about her humanity.

Blog Tour Excerpt: The Sanctum by Madhuri Blaylock

The Sanctum Trilogy, Book II Paranormal Date Published: May 15, 2014 

In THE GIRL, Madhuri Blaylock introduced readers to the world of The Sanctum, one corrupted by greed and savagery and hellbent on achieving a single goal: destroying the prophesied hybrid. When one of its most celebrated warriors questioned his allegiances, age-old secrets were unveiled and violence erupted. The journey becomes more perilous and intense as the trilogy surges forward with THE BOY.

Can you cross the plains of death, collect every piece of your soul and make it back to the land of the living?

Blog Tour Spotlight + Giveaway: Confessions of a Self-Help Writer by Benjamin Dehaven

#1 Most-Wished-for-Book of 2014 on Indie
Bound for over 10 weeks!
>Lunge into a funny, audacious, and devastating work of fiction based on factual events. As much a comedy as a tragedy, "Confessions is a unique piece of literature to be remembered for its originality as much as for its significance as a statement about living life in today's harsh reality." Explore the psyche of one of the world's most profound advisors: a Quixotic adventurer who admits freely to lurid depravity, substance abuse, and emotional complexity. Despite personal demons, he's fooled adherents into a unique reverence and might be responsible for saving more souls than Mother Teresa and Gandhi combined.

Hypocrite isn't a strong enough word for someone who writes self-help books purely for profit. Two of the world's ten wealthiest used Enzo as a ghostwriter and while they attribute their status in life to Enzo's words, not a single one willingly admits to knowing him. DeHaven, a patsy in Enzo's schemes and a recurring voice, shares his own perspective and often times paints himself in a very negative light, which adds a layer of credibility to such a fantastical story. Brief moments of compassion and insight are even more powerful and poignant from this perspective.

2014 Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival

 

This post is a little late, but oh well :)

 

I went with a group of fellow dance sisters to Las Vegas' Bellydance Intensive & Festival for the first time early this September. We were not too sure what to expect there but we were excited to go to Vegas, belly dance, and celebrate birthdays.

 

Jane Eyre Read-Along Sign-ups!!!

 

The 2014 Jane Eyre Read-Along 

is hosted by

A Night's Dream of Books

and

Babbling Books

 

I read Jane Eyre over 10 years ago in high school, and fell in love with it. Since then, I've been fascinated with watching movie adaptations of this beloved classic.

 

When Maria from A Night's Dream of Books approached me about her read-along, I did not hesitate to join. I am super excited to revisit this wonderful book and I am thrilled to be able to share my experience with other participants.

Book Tour Spotlight: Rogue Nirvana by Sally Naylor

Paperback: 152 pages

Publisher: Motivational Press, Inc.
(May 20, 2014)

 

About The Book

 

Educator, counselor & poet, Sally Naylor celebrates the release of her second book Rogue Nirvana -- Beyond Woo-Woo: Create the Life You Love. If you’ve ever wondered if this is all there is or wondered what’s missing in your life’s journey, this book offers a comedic yet laser-focused excursion into how societal norms, self-help, & new age spirituality do not often offer you relief. After battles with chronic fatigue, cancer, & widowhood, Naylor sought, synthesized & now shares in this field guide, her belief that you too can construct your own personal Nirvana.

Cover Reveal: Under My Skin by Alix Nichols

 

 

 

~Book Details~

Title and Author: Under My Skin by Alix Nichols

No. of Pages: 130 Pages

Series: Bistro La Boheme #2

Publication Date: October 11, 2014

Genre: Contemporary Romance

 

UNDER MY SKIN is the second novel in the addictive BISTRO LA BOHEME series. This delightful Parisian version of "Four Weddings and a Funeral" will entertain you with a gripping story, endearing characters and sizzling romance.

A tall well-dressed guy entered the bistro, dripping rain and hotness. He stopped by the door and surveyed the room searching for someone, his gaze lingering on the females...until it met Jeanne's. He beamed and walked toward her, his eyes trained on her and full of warmth. Did he know her? Was she supposed to know him?

Cover Reveal + Giveaway- Blood Phoenix: Claimed by Alisha Costanzo

Blood Phoenix: Claimed by Alisha Costanzo

Urban Fantasy

Date Published: October 17, 2014

Synopsis:

Who knew immortality would be such a bitch.

Boot Camp for Vamps has a new prisoner, and Ria is testing her new world of rules and regulations, fighting her oldest nemesis—conformity. Her key battle is keeping her individuality and hiding her phoenix powers.

Book Review: Lover Divine by A. Star

Title: Lover, Divine (Mythos: Gods & Lovers)
Author:   A. Star  
Genre: Adult Mythology Romance  
Publish Date:   Feburary 25, 1014 Publisher:  Self Published

For fans of the Oracle of Delphi series…and for those who aren’t…

Born into one of the wealthiest families in Ireland, Siobhan Law has status, privilege, and a secret: The Greek gods of Olympus and their kingdom in the clouds are real, and her family acts as one of their agents on Earth.

When the beautiful immortal celeste Liam Argyros shows up claiming to have come to Earth to deal in the affairs of the divine, Siobhan finds herself unable to resist his charms. New to the game of passion and seduction, she quickly ends up in over her head, sinking deeper with every attempt Liam makes to win her over.

Release Party: Captured by a Laird by Margaret Mallory

 

BOOK INFORMATION

TITLE – Captured by a Laird
SERIES – The Douglas Legacy #1
AUTHOR – Margaret Mallory
GENRE – Historical Romance/ Highland Romance
PUBLICATION DATE – September 15, 2014
LENGTH (Pages/# Words) - 319
PUBLISHER – Amazon

 

THE DOUGLAS LEGACY

The Douglas sisters, beauties all, are valuable pawns in their family's bitter struggle to control the Scottish Crown. But when powerful enemies threaten, each Douglas lass will find she must face them alone.

CAPTURED BY A LAIRD

Haunted by his father's violent death, David Hume, the new laird of Wedderburn, sets out to make his name so feared that no one will dare harm his family again. The treacherous ally who played on his father's weakness is dead and beyond David's vengeance, but his castle and young widow are ripe for the taking. The moment David lays eyes on the dark-haired beauty defending her wee daughters, however, he knows this frail-looking lass is the one person who could bring him to his knees.

Thrills and Suspense with Giveaway!!!

Suspense/Thriller

Captured Lies by Maggie Thom (October 2012)

Darkness Follows by Emerald O'Brien (May 2014)

The Feeder by Mandy White (December 2013)

First to Fall by Carys Jones (August 2014)

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She was kidnapped not once but twice and now someone wants her dead because of it... #LFFF @MaggieThom2

Purchase Captured Lies by Maggie Thom for only 99 cents by clicking HERE!

Goodbye John Blitz (Giveaway)

Goodbye John by Kshitij

Horror

Date Published: September 15, 2014

Livia’s world falls to pieces when her husband, John, a thriving heart surgeon, mysteriously disappears from a remote motel in Verona on the day of their wedding anniversary. A year has gone by, and it’s the same day again. A hiss in the air, a knock at the door, and a sumptuous cake inside the oven are all promises that John will be back. But what he brings along is a terrifying gift she’d rather not live with.

Goodbye John is an uncanny tale of love, deception, and revenge.

 

Blog Tour Review + Giveaway: Lady Quill Chronicle Books

 

BOOK INFORMATION

TITLE – The Promise (book #1) The Vow (book #2)
SERIES – The Lady Quill Chronicles  
AUTHOR – D.D. Chant  
GENRE – Historical Fiction/romance/adventure/mystery
PUBLICATION DATE – 3rd March 2012 / 28th July 2014  
LENGTH (Pages/# Words) – 95.620 words / 108.290 words  
PUBLISHER – Self-Publish  
COVER ARTIST – D.D. Chant

Dear Reader,

I wish to tell you a tale that began with a promise destined to change the lives of many.

When only a child, Lady Adele of Berron lost her family during a dreadful battle and was betrothed to a stranger.

Lord Rafe of Valrek, only a boy himself when the battle of Calis raged, grew to be a feared warrior and trusted advisor to his King. But sadness filled his past and Adele served only to remind him of all he had lost.

However the promise that bound these two together caused great anger to some. What, Dear Reader, happened in those days of treachery and darkness? Incline your ear that I may whisper the secrets that you so desire to hear......

Lady Quill

Release Day Blitz + Giveaway: Devotion by B.L. Wilde (18+)

The Seductors Series Vol. 3

Devotion

by B.L. Wilde

Cover Design: Jo Matthews

Genre: Romance/Erotica/Suspense 

Expected Release Date: September 12, 2014

Falling in love is never easy, but when you’re a Seductor who has fallen for your target, it’s impossible.

Now that Jade has learned the whereabouts of the powercore made by Oliver’s company, her mission is almost over. The chances of being able to stay with him at the end of her contract are slim and she knows that. Would her organization really keep their word? When has a Seductor ever been able to stay with their mark?

Book Blast: Dancing with Raven by S.G. Rogers

Dancing with Raven by S.G. Rogers

Tori Moss is no stranger to heartbreak. Raised by a foster mother since the deaths of her parents in a horrific accident, she’s poured herself into ballet. A disappointing audition sends her into an emotional tailspin, but it’s the strangely intriguing new guy in school who catches her as she falls. Although Tori and Raven seem to be nothing alike, they share an uncommon ability to see the sudden flood of demons pouring into Los Angeles. When she discovers a plot to bring about the Apocalypse, Tori must decide whom to trust. One wrong step may cost her everything.
 

AMAZON

Blog Tour Spotlight + Giveaway: Baby Girl Book 3 by Elle Klass

Baby Girl Book 3: City By The Bay

Follow Cleo, who has once again changed her identity, this time to Shanna Nu, an orange moppy-headed homely girl, or so she tries to portray, as she travels to San Francisco seeking employment with the La Tige Detective Agency to search for answers. La Tige, a hard, sloppy man, lacking in social graces manages to worm a way right into her heart. Finally entering adulthood, Cleo realizes who she is inside, and through La Tige and a few other friends, she finds that true affection is forcing her to desperately pursue the answers to the mystery surrounding her birth and biological family. She manages to tie up a few loose ends while unraveling a few more.

 Amazon

Review: Udon's Pride and Prejudice Manga

Originally written by Jane Austen
Adapted by Stacy E. King
Illustrated by Po Tse

Beloved by millions the world over, Pride & Prejudice is delightfully transformed in this bold new manga adaptation. All of the joy, heartache, and romance of Jane Austen’s original, perfectly illuminated by the sumptuous art of manga-ka Po Tse, and faithfully adapted by Stacy E. King.

UDON’s Manga Classics line features classic stories, faithfully adapted and illustrated in manga style, and available in both hardcover and softcover editions.

Release date: August 2014

Amazon  * B&N  * Udon Entertainment

Teaser Tuesdays #95

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by Should Be Reading.

• Grab your current read
• Open to a random page
• Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
• BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)

• Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

My Teasers:

Dancing August Away

August was a wonderful month for me when it came to dance. I was able to experience many wonderful workshops, shows, and celebrations all surrounding with dance. This month has helped me grow not only as a dancer but as a person as well. So what did I do?

First off, I left for Kansas in the beginning of the month to experience Ahmed Hussien's First Annual Belly Dance Camp presented by Anoush Belly Dance. Yup, that's right. I went to dance camp! :)

Book-to-Movie: Austenland (2013)

Director: Jerusha Hess
Writers: Jerusha Hess & Shannon Hale
Stars: Keri Russell, JJ Feild, Bret McKenzie, James Callis, Jane Seymour & Jennifer Coolidge

My Thoughts: I saw this movie listed onDemand and was debating whether or not watch it first before reading the book. I ended up giving in to the film since the preview looked adorable. I very much enjoy anything that is Jane Austen inspired, so I was looking forward to this one.

At first, I was not too sure what to expect with this film. I was pleasantly surprised how quirky and fun it was. I loved the characters and I loved the storyline. It was not the best film that I've watched but it won my heart.