Indebted By Khai Bayne

Indebted By  Khai Bayne 

Indebted is a book for mature readers. There is violence and sex.
Artisyn Daniels is an ex-special operative agent that was in a self imposed exile for the last two years due to an assignment gone terrible wrong. Her former boss calls in a favor she is indebted to him to come work an assignment to find a killer that is brutalizing his victims before killing them.
   When Artishn reports in she finds that she is expected to work uncover with four men in the BDSM scene, which she knows all too well. She has a month to train the men and infiltrate themselves into the club where some of the victims were last seen. Sounds like it should be simple and straight forth. It was anything but simple. Not to mention that the wall that Artisyn has put up to keep  from getting close to people is slowly coming down with her "team"
   Sound interesting, so far? Add in a heaping spoonful of betrayal, violence, very steamy sex, heartbreaking loss, mythical and legendary creatures  and an emotional roller coaster ride and you have Indebted.

The writing was good, scenes flowed smoothly. I either liked or hated most of the characters. Although at times I wanted to shake Artisyn!  Overall its a well written and  interesting read.

Review Unseen by Stephanie Erickson

Book Title: Unseen Book 1

Author: Stephanie Erickson

Length: 222 pages

Series: The Unseen Triolgy

★★★

Blurb:

Mackenzie Day constantly struggles to silence the voices in her head. The inner thoughts of those around her intrude upon every aspect of her life, threatening to turn it into chaos. All her life, she thought she was alone as a mind reader--a freak. Then a member of a secret organization called The Unseen suddenly introduces himself, and she's immersed in a world she never knew existed. They teach her to hone her skills as a reader, but to what end? Secrets surround her, humming just out of reach, filling her with questions. Who are they? What do they do with their mind-reading abilities? In the end, just how far will Mackenzie go to be part of The Unseen?

My Review:
 <Sigh>, I really, really wanted to like this book. Mackenzie Day is a mind reader. She thinks she is the only mind reader until she meets Owen. He introduces her to the Unseen, a group of mind readers that fights the bad guys. There are several things that I did like about this book. I like the idea of a group of mind readers. I like the concept of music therapy. I liked Owen and the other characters introduced. My main problem was Mackenzie Day. She complained the entire book about being alone and having no one like her and etc. Yet when she was introduced to others like her she balks at joining them even when they make exceptions for her. She complains, a lot. That is one of my personal pet peeves in a book. Other than that it was an okay book. For me the last quarter of the book was the best. If Mac keeps the same mindset in the next book I will be first in line to buy it.

Review of Prowl By Amy Shannon

Book: Prowl
Author: Amy Shannon
Series: Profilers Book 1
★★★
Blurb:
Andrea Wallace cannot go anywhere without her shadow, Keith Leonard Fontana … a man obsessed with her. Stalking her for years, his behavior escalates. When she starts dating a police officer, Fontana becomes unhinged, killing or attacking anyone she encounters. 
Andrea meets local FBI profiler, Special Agent John Marshall, who is assigned to her case. He helps her realize her natural talents of observation and perception. 
After he finally catches her, the story is not over. Andrea reaches inside herself for inner strength and turns the tables on her stalker. As the search for Fontana increases, she retreats to the comfort of her own home, and new pet, a retired police dog, Ralph. 
Fontana is on the prowl, but is he alone in his stalking?

My review does contain spoilers. When I read the blurb I had to read this book. I do tend to read darker books. I did have a hard time with this book. Why? I just could not seem to care what happened to Andi, because I could not connect with her. The storyline was good. I was really wanting to see where Ms. Shannon would take this book. Stalking is one of those crimes the police can not do anything about until sadly it is too late.
One of my many problems with this book was when Andi was tortured and raped, she went willingly in the bed with another man within a couple weeks of the traumatic event. So much trauma that she had damage done to her cervix and had to undergo surgery. To me that just seemed a little too soon. She also had a rich, almost step father that shelled out money whenever there was a need.
Now for the good things I liked in this book. I liked how Andi's friends reacted during the whole ordeal. I liked that Andi did not allow herself to become a victim. She used everything she had to stay alive another day. The writing was good.
With all that being said I will more than likely get the next in the series. Maybe Andi will grow on me.

When Isla Holmes life as a child is turned upside down and she is ripped away from her soul mate, she is forced to live a life with evil. 
When Isla and her soul mate cross paths will they find a happily ever after or will evil intervene?



                           My Review
Isle had a good, happy, loving childhood until her father was killed in an accident. She was sent to boarding school. When she comes home a life terror and constant fear is all she knows by the hands of the man she had always thought of her uncle, John Bryant and cousin Jack. She was repeatedly severely abused. They had her at their mercy. She had given up all hope of having any type of an existence that didn’t involve fear and pain, when Joshua Bryant walks back into her life.

This is a very emotional book. The horrors that Isle has endured and still have a good soul is remarkable. I encourage you to have some tissues handy when you read this book. The pacing is good. The monstrous things that Isle has to endure will leave you in tears. Get your copy today.I am looking forward to the second book in this series.


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Ants or Grasshopers?

It seems I am always apologizing for something here lately. I have not been here because my life has been in chaos for the last couple months. A lot of personal drama, family crises and the every day of living with bi-polar. I am not asking for sympathy just letting you know why I have not been here.
  I have been doing a lot of thinking. What if the ants ruled the world? Ever wonder how much more productive we would be? We would already have flying cars, not to mention that crime would be less. Every ant has an assigned job and they do it. They don't call in sick or run off with your money. But damn it would be boring as hell. I would rather be a grasshopper. They look they know how to have a good time.
  I have done several book reviews and will get those posted soon.
Take care of yourself. Smile for me. I will be back before you know it.

30 Days with Dariana By J.A. Heron Review.

30 Days with Dariana

By J.A. Heron 

Approbation. 

Hatred.

Revenge.

When these forces unite, they are unstoppable.

Meet Dariana Walsh the daughter of gangster Wilson Walsh, who is a ruthless monster. Dariana feels trapped, wanting nothing more than to be treated like an adult. 

Meet Chas, he works for Walsh initially but he is not who he seems.

When forces are united they intend to take down the most unrelenting man to walk through the streets of East London. This is a dark, erotic thriller and the journey is only just beginning.

Contains strong sexual and violent scenes ~ over 18's only

Dariana’s father is a monster of a man. He is  maddeningly ruthless, with no regards for anything or anyone other than himself. He is set on ruling the city. Dariana wants out from her father’s thumb. Chas is seemingly working for Walsh but he was own agenda,  to take Walsh down.  Chas has orders to get Dariana on his side, when they meet  the spark of attraction between them cannot be ignored.  If you want to know what happens next get your copy today!

30 Days with Dariana was an emotional roller coaster ride.  There is betrayal, revenge,  lots of steamy sex,  torture, double crosses and in the middle of the chaos two people find the love that neither thought they would ever experience.  Kudos to Ms. Heron for not writing a cookie cutter book.  This may sound like other books out there, but let me assure it is not. 

Excuse the format I am having trouble with editing and all the bs on here.

A quick hello

 I have been sick and stuck my head the past few days. I have come to terms that I am not completely sane. My nightmares are so vivid its hard sometimes to tell what is real and what isn't. One of my biggest fears is that there will come a day when I can no longer grasp reality. Inside my head is not the place I want to be stuck. No thanks, I will pass on that ride.
  What have I been up to? I have done a few book reviews, beta read several books and watched way too much television. Only one more episode of Game of Thrones. Then it's time for the last season of True Blood. As long as  Joe Manganiello, a.k.a  Alcide Herveaux shows lots of skin I will be happy. There is just something about that man that brings out the horny slut in me.
 Time for subject change before I overheat. There is the strange squirrel that lives in my backyard. I have named him Sam. Don't judge me. He sneaks across the road. I find it hilarious. Wanna see? Here is your funny for the day..
Check out Sam

  I got lots of books to read and review so I bid you adieu for the day. Do not worry your pretty little head I will be back soon to shower you with my attention. Till then think of me .. Smile.

Zombie freak, Mother's Day and Sexy Eyes

 Greetings my faithful horde of stalkers. How have you all been? I mean horde is the most loving way, of course. I have been trying to fight the darkness that wants to consume me lately. I have slept more in the last three days than I have in the last 6 months. I have always been an insomniac so when I sleep for more the four hours at a time it always makes me feel a little odd. I keep zoning out as well. I feel like a zombie. If zombies have to consume  brains I would be in trouble. I don’t wanna eat brains. I guess I would be a vegetarian zombie. I would be an outcast and the other zombies wouldn’t play with me. Of course I would be a freak even among zombies. 
  Mother’s Day is two days away. I was never close to my mother. We had so many issues I would not even know where to begin to describe my relationship with my mother. She has passed away 18 years ago  this month. I was 19 years old, married with two small children. I do not ever remember my mother telling me she loved me or was proud of me. I never had a conversation with her. I do not even remember her hugging me or tucking me into bed.  When I told her that I was pregnant at 14 years old what she told me I do not think I will ever forget. She stood there, all 5’ of her with her hands on her hips and said in a clipped tone, “ You spread ‘me, you take care of it.” I had never even babysat a day in my life. I muddle through though, I made a promise to myself that I would be the best parent I could be with my children. I would let them know every day that I love them. I may not like some of the things they do, but I will always love them. I think that as a parent the loving part is easy, it's everything else that is a pain in the ass. I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world though.
  I am six feet tall. I have always been tall. In the 6th grade I was already 5’4. Actually, I am 6’1 but I just ignore that another inch. Shh! Don’t tell anyone. Anyway, Kenny is 6’4. You would think both of our children would be tall. Matt is tall  at 6’ but Mandy is lucky if she is 5’5. That is stretching it a little bit. I find a genetics interesting. My mother’s side of the family is mostly short. Where as my father’s side are mostly tall. There were 16 inches difference in height of my parents. I guess sometime opposites attract huh.
  Here is my question for you, are you  attracted to someone completely different than you or someone that likes the same thing you do?
  I am not hung up on looks. I do like tall men. I like tall men with broad shoulders. I don't like men that are hung up on how they look. I don't want someone prettier than me :)  I like eyes. Someone can say more with their eyes  than they can with their mouth. When I gaze into my lover's eyes and see their desire for me it touches a place inside me that no words or even a touch could replicate. I like intelligent men. Someone that I can have a conversation with, whether it be about the day's events or a perhaps about sex. We don't have to everything in common, that would be so boring, but at least have a few things in common. Passion. We would have to be infatuated with each other. They would have to be understanding. They would have to realize that I am a package deal of immense insanity. That I alone have been described as "bat shit crazy".
That is my answer what is yours? 
  Take care of yourself. Smile for me. Till Next Time..

An update and a funny...

Greetings my loyal subjects how are you all fairing on this overcast rainy dreary Wednesday? Me? Oh, I am fan-damn-tastic. It's been one of those days that I haven't spent fantasying about jabbing people with forks. I know it's not nice, but it was better than throwing things at them. Oh well tomorrow will be better, right? 
  My sister went to the Seether concert last night in Atlanta. She had a blast! She was sitting next to the stage. One of the members of the band laid down on the stage and gave her a pick. She was in Seether nirvana! Since I got her two tickets for her birthday that makes me officially THE BEST SISTER EVER! I even babysat. See I told you  that I was awesome. Did you really doubt me? 
 I have a good size list of books that need to be read and reviewed. If I owe you a review and it's been more than two weeks shoot me an e-mail. My list was misplaced last month. It may or may not have been made into paper airplanes. I have my team of skilled snoopers still looking for it. Ergo its lost and will never be found. Side note
the skilled snoopers is actual just one and she is 10 years old.
 I am sad to say that my cat, Wizzard, is a bully. Am I to blame? Could just be that he a bad-ass cat? He rules the house with an iron paw. He has marked everything that is mine, including me! None of the other cats will have  nothing to do with me for fear or retaliation. He won't share his toys or his chair. Yes, I am afraid I have raised a bully. He is adorable though isn't he?

 Yes that couch is an uncomfortable as it is ugly. Its that way for a reason. It is statistically proven that if someone is uncomfortable they will not stay long. 
 Work is coming along fine. I get annoyed some but it's mainly because I am upset with myself.
 Health wise.. Nothing really to report. Another infection. Another round of antibiotics. No feeling in parts of my legs and other parts hurt worse than just about anything I have ever experienced in my life. Sometimes even a sheet is too painful to touch my legs. I am not where I wanted to be by this time. I know "they" say I have come farther than they ever thought, but it's still not where I want to be. The thought of leaving the house still terrifies me. The panic attacks are still bad. I can handle visitors for a bit longer now. Trying to pretend to be sane is one of the hardest things I have ever tried to accomplish. I think I am 50/50 on passing for "normal".
 There is the update on me.. I will leave you with something I found funny....Take care of yourself. Smile for me. See ya next time...

Reed by Allison Saltz

Reece Reed has her fair share of baggage. After an abusive childhood and a less than ideal love life she tends to keep people at arm’s length. When she is hired by the FBI she accepts hesitantly, knowing this will mean fostering relationships with coworkers. As she develops new equipment to investigate crime scenes, she also develops relationships with those around her. she begins to let her walls down and let herself believe she may be able to have a normal life. Just when she starts to think true love may be within her reach, her dark past comes back to haunt her. Will she ever be able to live without looking over her shoulder?

Reed is an inspirational story about overcoming obstacles. It contains crime, romance, drama, action, and snarky sarcastic dialogue. Witty and compelling, if you are looking for a good read, then read Reed.

Reece Reed is strong flawed, protagonist. She was severely abused by the man she thought was her father. She worked hard to get out of the abusive environment to end up in a marriage that was even worse. Then one of her only childhood friends offer her a job with the FBI on a special task force. That is when she meets the man who brings her out of her shell and shows her just how strong she truly is.

  If you have read any of my reviews you know how much I hate “insta-love”. You also know I am not really big on reading romance novels. This novel does not have “insta-love” The relationship takes time to build, making it seem more realistic. I laughed out loud and I even cried in a scene or two. I was appalled and even felt proud when Reed made progress in making friends.

  A lot of Reed’s past is told in flashbacks. I really do not like flashbacks. The writing was good, a bit choppy in a couple places, but the story is worth sticking it out. This is about coming from less than humble condition and rising above it to have a happy ever after.

Wondering...

I was sitting here just letting my mind wonder, one of my favorite things to do to pass the time. I was thinking how much different my life is now than it was ten years ago. I was still living hard, for lack of a better word. It kind of boggles my mind at the things that have changed in my life in the last ten years, as well as some things have never changed. At times I miss my old life, or at least the fun parts. I don’t miss the hangovers, lost time, paranoia or trying to stay one step ahead of everyone else.

  I have loved and lost over the years, as I am sure you have as well. I have had really good friends, fair weather friends and backstabbing they can kiss me ass friends. One thing that still remains to the same today as it did then is that I keep fighting through the never ending darkness. If it weren’t for Matt and Mandy I am not sure I would not have  made this far or continue to fight. The are the light at the end of the metaphysical black tunnel that seems to engulf my soul. My simple unconditional love for them keeps me here and wanting to make it another day.

  They both have had and will continue to have battles of their own to conquer. It does sadden me knowing that some of those battles were handed down from me. I know they are stronger than they think and will come out the other side suivors. They have already accomplished more than I did at their age and I hope they continue to flourish and not let their demons hold them back as mine did me.

  On that note I will go for the day.. Take care of yourself and smile for me.

Blood Slaves By N.L. Hoffmann Review

Blood Slaves By  N.L. Hoffmann

In the vampire world the Covert has been around for hundreds of years. They take girls off the streets and then sell them to vampires who are looking to “collect” women for unpleasant purposes. It is a nasty business but vampires see humans as objects so buying one from the Covert is like adding another car to your collection. It wasn’t uncommon to hear another girl go missing off the streets, but when girls from well-known families begin to disappear, the Supernatural Crime Division begins to take notice.

Blake Noble is assigned by her superior to investigate the disappearance of his niece and to take down the Covert. Blake being the daughter of Lucifer and a famous vampire mother uses her abilities to survive through the investigation. Between demon lessons from her father and falling for the Deputy Director she tries to find a way to take down a several hundred year old business. Only she soon realizes people she trusted are involved.

Blake Noble is a half vampire, half demon with a little witch thrown in for good measure. When we first meet her she is working for the SCD, Supernatural Crime Division and is going undercover to find out who kidnapped her boss’s niece. From there she gets betrayed,  discovers new powers, gets kidnapped,kicks some ass,reconnects with an old friend,falls in love, meets her father, who just happens to be Lucifer.

  What did I think about Blood Slaves? If you have had read any of my reviews you know I am not a fan of the “insta-love” aspect. Which we have in this book. Though Blake didn't go overboard like a lot characters tend to do, that he wasn't the only thing that mattered to her. Blake is independent, strong willed, snarky and has more courage at times than common sense. She tends to barrel into situations without being prepared. I felt that about half way through the book it was a bit rushed. I thought that something that needed more explaining was brushed over. Even with all of that I finished the book in one sitting. It kept my attention and I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

Shaman, Healer, Heretic (Olivia Lawson, Techno-Shaman #1) by M. Terry Green

 I was wanting something to read to pass the time before I went to bed last night so I loaded it up on my Kindle and found Shaman, Healer, Heretic. Perhaps I should have waited for the morning because I couldn't go to bed until I seen how the book ended. I like novels about Shamans and thought this was an interesting take on them. I don't recall reading about Techno-Shamans before, what an original idea. Although the rest of the book was predictable, I enjoyed reading it. Well written and imaginative. The story does have action, adventure, betrayal, muggers and gods with a bit naive standing up for what she believes in a heroine.

"Hateful Burden - Book One of the Carrier Trilogy" by Natalie Gibson

I finished Hateful Burden a couple days ago. I wanted to wait to write my review. I was really engrossed in Ramillia's world. Ms. Gibson had my undivided attention from page one till the conclusion. It has been quiet a while since that has happened. I am not going to say a whole lot about what goes in the book because I do not want to spoil any of the story

We first meet Ramillia when she awakens in an insane asylum and has no memory how she got there or how long she has been there. Ramilla goes from being in depraved conditions with unspeakable things done to her body and mind to being released and living in the lap of luxury where it gets even worse.

Ramillia is such a strong woman, not many people could withstand all the she went through without becoming completely broken in mind, spirit and body. She over comes all the trauma in her life and well you will have to read the book to find out.

Ms. Gibson's writing and knowledge of the time period is spot on without a doubt. There are only a couple books in this era that I like and for me to not only like it be to be consumed by this wickedly delicious novel speaks for itself.

Phoenix By Thea Atkinson

I normally don't read short novellas. This one caught my eye, though. After I read the blurb I knew I would regret not checking it out. I was right. This is a good start to a series that I am going to anxiously wait to devour. I tend to like darker books with a strong female lead that is flawed. I have that in Phoenix

We first meet Theda eight months after the end of the world and God has came and went. Everyone that is left does all they can do just get make it through the day. The only thing that is not allowed is religion of ANY kind. Theda is a drug addict with a gift that is going to be her death. I am not going to say any more, you will have to read it to find out what happens.

Ms. Atkinson writing is smooth and left me wanting more.

Plans for the year

Another week is coming to a close. January is almost over with and it seems just like yesterday we were welcome the New Year in. I decided to not make any resolutions. Because I knew I would end up breaking them and then feel bad because yet again another set of resolutions have been broken. So I made myself a list of goals, both small and big, that I would like to accomplish by the end of the year. Some are silly, some are practical and  some are more important than others. I tend to procrastinate. We all know this, I have not made a secret of the fact. I always have and I imagine I always will but I would really would like to work on it. To set myself deadlines and try my best to get certain tasked accomplished by the deadline. Lets see how that goes. One of those is to make sure that I post here at least three times a week. Hopefully one you will talk back to me.

I want a change in my life. They only way that is going to happen is by doing it myself. I am doing better than I have compared to this time last year. I am not just talking about health wise. I am taking about mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I am still working on everything but I think I have made some real progress both mentally and emotionally. I am still working on my spiritual well being. I am still unsure of what I do believe in and what I don't. I contradict myself in what I think I believe in. I still have a long way to go there.

I think one reason I am doing better with my mental and emotion we being is because I agreed to go back on medication for my bi-polar and multitudes of anxiety disorders ranging for mild OCD to Agoraphobia. The medicine helped with the epic highs and soul shattering downs. This is why people should never ever let me pick the paint color. Ever. I digress the medicine is helping. The right medicine. I have a new doctor and she actually listened to me. Got all of my records going back 15 years. Did lots and lots of blood work. Then took me off of three medicines, changes the strength on a couple and add a couple. So far is seems to be helping some. The darkness is being held at bay.. Kind like the meds are a moat and the evil knight can't cross the moat, but I can see it waiting to attack, always present.

  I have also decided that I would bring you all along for the ride this year. This is the part where you all yell “YAY!” See how lucky you are... just so damn lucky to be drug around by the one and only precarious and slightly demented Jenster. Yes, you are fortune indeed my friend.

 As much as it pains me to go I must for now. See you all soon my sweet friends... and yes you too lurkers... and of course my wonderful stalkers...

Black Candles By Dab Ray

This is a very short story about a witch that has been imprisoned in a papier-mache doll dressed in rags for a long time. On Halloween she has a chance to be alive in flesh and blood. She could either say a spell and set herself free or stay and be a protect an innocent life.
 This is only about 35 pages long and I had to read it twice. Perhaps it lost something in the translating from Italian to English. I didn't really care for it, but it was not horrible by any means. If you like short story where a moral decision has to be made then this is for you..
 I was given a free copy by the lovely Mr. Ray in exchange for an honest review
 Find your copy at Amazon, Black Candles By Dab Ray

A Bullet For You By Sonja Myburgh

Where should I start with this book. Jesse Matthews is supposed to be one of the best in her field, forensic photographer. I wouldn't know, she only works in the very beginning of the book. She gets attacked on her way home and is rescued by two brothers, Blaine and Drew Walker. She falls into a relationship with Drew. There are a lot of twists and turns from there till the end. Some I didn't see coming others were predictable. It was an okay read not great, but not too bad either.
 I left out a lot in this review, but if I had included anything more it would have given away a lot of spoilers. That is why the review is so bland. I couldn't say much without giving away the book.

Hello friends

Where has the time flown to? Its already the __ of January. 2014. I remember when I was a kid and when I thought about the year 2012 for some reason I figured we would be living like The Jeston, complete with flying cars. Sadly I have yet to see my first flying car. I imagine it would be a bit more dangerous zippin’ through the air than driving on the ground. Especially with drivers like me :) Perhaps one day we will have our flying cars and our dogs on treadmills.

 Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? I didn’’t. Not in the sense of resolution. I did set some goals that I want to at least attempt to keep. One of those is to stay organized! Another is post here at least four times a week. Basically I wanna get my shit together and keep it that way. By the end of the day I want to feel like I actually accomplished something. So far it is not looking promising.

The Witch, the Wolf and the Vampire by A K Michaels Review

I liked the intended plot. I just did not really like Peri, at least not yet. She was supposed to have run away from home at the age of 15, by the time we meet her she had been living on her own for 6 years.  She is working for a Bounty Hunter, catching his skips and he pays her half the money in cash under the radar. This is where she meets Gabe and Josef. They lend a hand when she is in a bind...and of course she ends up passing out so they take her home with them. Then from this point on she acts like an innocent scared kid when she is supposed to have had a horrible childhood, and then toughened up by her life on the streets for six years.
  I am about the farthest thing you can get from the “Grammar Police”. Now with that being said the exclamation points in this book drove me crazy. It seemed that every other sentence ending it an exclamation point.
  I will read the next book when its released though...To sum it up it’s not that bad for the first book in a series but I am not going to be on pins and needles waiting for the next one, although I will be getting it.
 Just in case you need to know I was given this book in exchange for an honest review.