It’s Week Two of our Dark Hope read-along, and I have thoughts. So many thoughts. If you didn't catch week one, check it out here. I’m still struggling with Christine Feehan’s writing style—it’s so repetitive. There’s an overwhelming amount of telling rather than...

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DARK HOPE by Christine Feehan Read Along | First Impressions… and They’re Not What I Expected
In this first section of Dark Hope by Christine Feehan, we’re introduced to Silke and Benedek, the dark and dangerous world they inhabit, and the stakes that drive the plot. There’s a lot of setup—maybe too much—and while I love a well-built world, I found myself...
THE SONGBIRD AND THE HEART OF STONE Read Along | Week Four
Welp, y’all, I really loved this book. And as I expected, Asar tried to sacrifice himself for Mische before she sacrificed herself for him. Something I’ve seen happen in Broadbent’s books often enough to know it was coming without knowing exactly what it would be....
THE SONGBIRD AND THE HEART OF STONE Read Along | Week Three
Okay, we’re three-quarters of the way through this story and the adventure for this group. And boy howdy, have things gotten intense! What I’m really loving about the way Carissa Broadbent structured this story is that we get their journey, we get Miche’s journey to...
THE SONGBIRD AND THE HEART OF STONE Read Along | Week Two
Mische’s journey through Breath with Asar is developing nicely. Well, you know, there’s a whole group, but honestly, most of the time, it doesn’t seem like it. They’re more tools to show us parts of Mische’s and Asar’s past, to aid in the fights and fill in the blanks...
Sneek peak of Crimson Mate by Samantha Whiskey
We are so excited to be working with author Samantha Whiskey on the new release of Crimson Mate, An Onyx Assassin's Novel. Check out this Fantasy Romance with plenty of sizzle. Chapter One Zachariah Lycan territory feels a lot like stepping across a threshold and into...
I Love Vampire Novels speaks with author R.L. Merrill
I Love Vampire Novels had the chance to speak with author R.L. Merrill. She has a new book out in her Carnival of Mysteries Series, You Can Save Me. This is the follow up to You Can Do Magic and both are available now! ILVN: Hello Rochelle, Tell us a little bit about...
ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge Update | What We Read in May
The ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge has twelve prompts, and we’re completing one prompt a month, like we did last year. And I’m excited to talk about what I read in May for this challenge. This month, I read from one of the better known urban fantasy/paranormal romance...
ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge Update | What We Read in April
The ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge has twelve prompts, and we’re completing one prompt a month, like we did last year. I’m excited to talk about what I read in April for this challenge. And yes, I’m behind on my updates. So stay tuned for what I read in May soon. Okay,...
How to Make Pink Matcha Drink: A Sip of Unicorn Tears
Let's face it, we love matcha not only for its delicious taste and undeniable health benefits, but also for it's colorful hues. We are partial to the PINK versions and love Starbuck's Pink Drink. Can't you see yourself sitting by the pool, reading your favorite...
ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge Update | What We Read in February
Since the ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge has twelve prompts, I’m completing one prompt a month, like we did last year, but without the book club attached. Instead, I’ll be letting you know WHAT I read and fit it into the prompt accordingly instead of hoping the one I...
ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge Update | What We Read in January
Since the ILVN 2024 Reading Challenge has twelve prompts, I’m completing one prompt a month, like we did last year, but without the book club attached. Instead, I’ll be letting you know WHAT I read and fit it into the prompt accordingly instead of hoping the one I...
I Love Vampire Novels’ 2024 Reading Challenge Announcement
Hello again, lovely readers! We’re here to announce our new reading challenge for 2024! Which is a bit late, I know, but I’m going to take the life-got-in-the-way pass and just get on with things. If you didn’t know, I am obsessed with reading challenges. I’ve joined...
December Reading Challenge – Here’s What We’re Reading
Hello, lovely readers! We’re back with our December’s pick for ILVN’s 2023 Reading Challenge! It’s the last one for the year, and we’ve only got one prompt left. I’d love to know what prompts y’all are wanting for 2024 because I will be making a 2024 challenge with...
November Reading Challenge – Here’s What We’re Reading
Hello, lovely readers! We’re back with our November pick for ILVN’s 2023 Reading Challenge! It’s time for the some frost, winter themes. My home town, Syracuse, has gotten its first snow, so it seems fitting. And with all of the creatures we could follow into the...
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