Early Mini Review: Junglecat Honeymoon by Lola Dodge

Posted 30 November, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Early Review, Mini Review, Reviews / 3 Comments

Ivory and Panther’s big day is filled with humor, adventure and plenty of smexiness…everything I expected from the Manhattan Ten! JUNGLECAT HONEYMOON explores the ongoing romance of Ivory and Panther from second installment in the series, IVORY. After finding each other they’ve decided to tie the knot and make things official but in true Manhattan Ten form, things don’t go smoothly. Soon after the nuptials Ivory is formally introduced to her mother-in-law (aka monster-in-law) who takes advantage the happy bride, […]

{Blog Tour} Mini Review: Crimson Beat by Elle J Rossi

Posted 21 July, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Blog Tour, Mini Review, Reviews / 2 Comments

Another action packed installment to the adventures of Huntress Josie Hawk! CRIMSON BEAT picks off shortly after the events of Alabaster Nights with our heroine Josie and her struggles to resist the sexy Irish vampire Keller O’Leary while keeping the city of Nashville safe from dangerous predators. The Spring Equinox known as Ostara, is one of two times a year when supernaturals are free to walk among the humans for a 24 hour period. Protecting the residents and tourists of […]

{Blog Tour} Mini Review: Alabaster Nights by Elle J Rossi

Posted 13 May, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Blog Tour, Mini Review, Reviews / 6 Comments

Sexy Irish vampire meets his match in a smart-mouthed supernatural huntress! ALABASTER NIGHTS is a short but fantastic introduction to Ms. Rossi’s characters Josie and Keller of The Josie Hawk Chronicles and tells the story of how they initially met. Told by alternate POVs, we get a feel for the hero and heroine’s distinct personalities through Ms. Rossi’s great character development. I’m not always a fan of dual narratives (this book includes third and first person), but in this […]

Mini Review: Reaper by Mina Carter

Posted 24 April, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 5 Comments

A paranormal post-apocalyptic world with a kick ass Reaper! Living in a post apocalyptic world where everything from ghouls to lycans threaten the existence of humans, former soldier Mason uses his military skills and a special ability to detect paranormals in order to protect the inhabitants of the town known as Sanctuary. When a female stranger strolls into their little town looking for a place to rest for the night, Mason instantly recognizes she’s not human but can’t pinpoint what […]

Mini Review: The Secret Guide to Dating Monsters by Sierra Dean

Posted 16 April, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 9 Comments

A great introduction to kick ass heroine Secret McQueen and her dangerous escapades! As a bounty hunter for the vampire council, Secret McQueen is pretty much a hired assassin for rogue vampires that need to be eliminated. She vampire-werewolf hybrid with no alliance to either of her kind. Her supernatural status and spending time hunting rogue vampires doesn’t exactly leave time for much of a love life, but her best friend Mercedes is more than happy to help in that […]

Mini Review: The Asylum Interviews: Bronx by Jocelynn Drake

Posted 5 April, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 14 Comments

A fun, short story of how warlock and tattoo artist Gage found a new employee under the most unusual circumstances! I’m a huge fan of The Asylum Tales and have been impatiently awaiting the third installment when I stumbled upon this little prequel featuring one of my favorite characters in the series, Bronx. The Asylum Inteviews are two (prequel) short stories featuring the hero of the series Gage and his employees at the Asylum Tattoo Parlor. THE ASYLUM INTERVIEWS: BRONX tells the […]

Early Mini Review: Grimm Consequences by Kate SeRine

Posted 5 March, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 3 Comments

Nate made me love him more (didn’t think it was possible) with his POV in GRIMM CONSEQUENCES! GRIMM CONSEQUENCES takes place shortly after the first book in the series, RED and gives us a glimpse into Nate Grimm’s past and his relationship with Tess (Red). We learn more about his character, including his life as a Reaper and the sacrifices he’s made and continues to make out of love for Tess. I usually expect the male POV to be a bit […]

Early Mini Review: Belle Fury by Lola Dodge

Posted 21 January, 2014 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Early Review, Mini Review, Reviews / 2 Comments

Another sexy addition to the Manhattan Ten, I can’t get enough of this series! Belle Fury, the third installment in the Manhattan Ten series continues the adventures of the infamous sexy superheroes. When their leader Tank takes some time away to spend with his new love, Red Ruin (also known as Ryan) is left to temporarily take on his role. It’s not long before Ruin is called in to help Belle Fabian, a famous ballerina who’s recently discovered her powerful […]

Mini Review: Entwined by Kristen Callihan

Posted 11 December, 2013 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 4 Comments

ENTWINED is a sweet and romantic novella with a touch of paranormal, another great addition to the Darkest London series! This sweet and smexy novella set in the fabulous Darkest London world introduces us to two unlikely characters, Lady Luella Jane Moran and Eamon Evernight, a virgin bride and blacksmith brought together for an unexpected, but charming romance. It all begins when Eamon’s brother Aidan gets the news of his betrothal to Lady Luella. With a plot to end the […]

Mini Review: Temptress by Lola Dodge

Posted 20 April, 2013 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 3 Comments

A fresh and sexy take on superheroes…left me wanting more! Lola Dodge pens a fantastic and colorful world where the superheroes are celebrities and takes us into their lives when they’re not in the spotlight. They date, party and sometimes get in a little trouble that requires the assistance of the lovely Temptress. Jenny aka “Temptress” works as a freelance bounty hunter of sorts in Sin City, using her special ability of stealing a super’s powers with a kiss on […]

Mini Review: Her Sweetest Downfall by Rebecca Hamilton

Posted 17 March, 2013 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 1 Comment

A great introduction to a new paranormal world I definitely will be revisiting! Her Sweetest Downfall is set in Regency England, in a paranormal world of shifters, fae and immortal elementals called Cruor (who share common traits with vampires). The story introduces us to Ophelia, a ladies maid who discovers a strange mark of an ouroboros on her neck that she desperately tries to conceal, fearing persecution. Shortly after, Ophelia meets Ethan, a mysterious man who changes her life forever. When she […]

Mini Review: Leashing the Tempest by Jenn Bennett

Posted 7 January, 2013 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 0 Comments

A fun but short story that reminds me why I fell in love with the series! In this mini-installment of the series, Cady and Lon attempt to test his son Jupe’s newly discovered knack of persuasion on Cady’s business partner and friend, Kar Yee. What was supposed to be a fun and relaxing afternoon on the sea soon turns into an unexpected adventure filled with plenty of mystery and mermaids. Ms. Bennett doesn’t fail to impress you with her […]

Mini Review: My Vampire Cover Model by Karyn Gerrard

Posted 13 November, 2012 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Blog Tour, Mini Review, Reviews / 6 Comments

A fun and sexy read that will delight PNR lovers! Burney Sheridan also known as Burn, is a centuries old vampire who has found a dream job masquerading as a paranormal romance cover model, who also happens to be a vampire. Attending book signings and having women swoon over him is part of the job but he never intended to find his soul mate in the crowd of women of his latest meet and greet. When Deanna Brooks’ friend invites […]

Mini Review: Commencement by Paige Cuccaro

Posted 29 October, 2012 by Lori @ Romancing the Dark Side in Mini Review, Reviews / 0 Comments

A fun introduction to the world of Emma Jane Hellsbane! Sensing other’s emotions is an ability that college student Emma Jane Hellsbane wish she didn’t have. When she suspects her hot, soccer player boyfriend Justin is being possessed by a vengeful entity, Emma turns to the only person that knows of her secret, her teenage friend Mihir. Together, they devise a plan to save Justin and the student body from the soul stealing villain that will change the course of […]

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