Monday, October 14, 2013

Book Tour/Giveaway: Legend of the Raie’Chaelia, Book Three- The Return by Melissa Douthit

Today I have the honor of kicking off the tour for The Return by Melissa Douthit.  Taking place through November 27th.  It is the final book in Melissa's Legend of the Raie’Chaelia trilogy. Read on for your chance to win you choice of one of the 3 ebooks and/or an ereader and a $75 Amazon Gift Card!


 Book Description:
Publisher: Couronne Press (August 1, 2013
Series: Legend of the Raie’Chaelia, Book Three|
Category: YA Fantasy, Futuristic Fantasy, Fantasy
Tour Date: Mid October-November
Available in: ebook, 300 Pages
After the fall from the Maaldan cliff, Chalice is reunited with her friends on a journey that takes them to the coastline of Ielieria.  Little do Vlaad and his Fierain know what is in store for them as, bit by bit, their plans are thwarted by this blond-haired, blue-eyed beauty.
The small band of rebels then travels across the Realm, preparing it for war, while Chalice herself is brewing plans of her own that may just land her in the hot seat.  What will happen when she returns her father to the throne?  What will happen when he finds out what she has done?  And … what will happen once Dar’Maalda learns of the rebels’ location?
In the third and final novel of the trilogy, The Legend of the Raie’Chaelia, you find out.  It is a dramatic finish to an epic story of action, adventure, betrayal, forgiveness and love.
Praise for Legend of the Raie’Chaelia, Book One:
“Douthit’s love of words is apparent and her use of language highly inventive. She has a firm grip on believable dialogue.”-Kirkus Reviews
“Lively, fast-paced and satisfyingly complex! Can’t wait for the second in the trilogy!”-Diane Donovan, eBook Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“I really liked this book! If you love adventure books and romance books this is the story for you!!! First off, the romance between Jeremiah and Chalice is super cute! They are really such a good couple. I like how after all the time that they hadn’t seen each other they still had feelings for each other. I also loved Buney! He’s so cute, he reminds me of a little stuffed animal. As for the adventure, this book is full of it! There are many twists and turns throughout the book that always keeps you wanting more. This is an adventure that will definitely keep you reading with a little romance thrown into the mix also. I can seriously see this as a movie.”-Books Ahoy Website
“This was SUCH an epic fantasy. I felt that same “childhood” feeling I’ve felt while reading countless fantasy books, such as C.S. Lewis’ and J.R.R. Tolkein.
This story was so original! Loved everything about it. I fell in love with the characters, the setting was INCREDIBLE, and the background story was so magical. You immediately get pulled in by the mystery and the curious feeling you get that there’s more to this story…
I really loved how Douthit described the scenery. I could imagine myself in the “ghost town” which Chalice travels to first, or the Chinuk village that they stay in overnight. Love the detail, you can really feel a part of the journey which Chalice and her friends take.
The Raie’Chaelia is an amazing journey of which one girl, with the help of her friends, finds out about her past. The ending, was AMAZING. God, I really want to find out more now! That was such a big cliffhanger. The Firelight of Maalda, the second book, will be coming out in maybe around October 2011. Can’t wait!”- Rabiah, I Live For Reading Website
“I really enjoyed The Raie’Chaelia. I liked both Chalice and Jeremiah. Especially Jeremiah. I’m not really sure why I think so highly of Jeremiah other than he is just a really great guy and an incredibly likable character. Chalice is quite likable too although she did do a couple of things that I thought were a little silly at times. The supporting cast were all very cool too.
The Raie’Chaelia is definitely a really intriguing story and I had a lot of fun reading through it. 
 I definitely enjoyed reading The Raie’Chaelia and I had a little sneak peak at the next book in the series in the back of The Raie’Chaelia and it definitely looks interesting. I really enjoyed The Raie’Chaelia and I think that any fans of fantasy would definitely enjoy it.”-Rebecca, Everything To Do With Books
Praise for The Firelight of Maalda, Raie’Chaelia, Book Two:
“What I really like about these books is the amount of fantasy. It reminds me of (and I know I said this in the review of the first book) childhood fantasy stories, like C.S. Lewis. Completely magical, and Douthit has really created a fantastic world. You don’t see that too much in YA these days.
The romance in this book has improved since the last one! Chalice and Jeremiah develop even more from the first book, and I found it really sweet and not-rushed-into at all. The action and thrill of what’s to happen next is really amazing too. I had to keep reading to find out what happens next.
 I found that the story was great. Lovers of fantasy, with plenty of action, suspense and of course, the blooming romance, will definitely need to pick this one up. A great follow-up from the first book, this one will leave readers hanging on for more. Looking forward to reading book 3!” – Rabiah, I Live For Reading Website
“The Firelight of Maalda: A story that unites the real with the fantastical and turns science into magic. It is a tale of intrigue and wonder where two opposite worlds collide in an explosive journey that leads Chalice and her friends to the dark islands lurking just beyond the horizon of Ielieria, where the Firelight of Maalda sits … and waits.
This is a YA series for age 13 upwards. Having said that, I’m sure many ‘older’ readers will enjoy it as much as I did. The story continues the story begun in The RaieChaelia and reveals more of the characters and the wonderful world Melissa Douthit has created. I really enjoyed reading the first book, The Raie Chaelia, as well as the sequel.
This story continues Chalice’s journey to fulfil her destiny, and the growing romance between her and Jeremiah. She and Jeremiah knew each other as children, and meet up again at the beginning of The Raie Chaelia. Their friendship has grown into something deeper and in The Firelight of Maalda both characters, but especially Chalice, have grown and matured emotionally and I found it particularly satisfying that their love is not only acknowledged but their sweet romance seems completely natural and uncontrived. There is a touching tenderness between them, they are both strong characters but neither feels complete without the other and their love and respect for each other shines through even when they are not entirely in agreement.
There is a lot more to this story than romance though, there is plenty of action and suspense. There is a large cast of characters, and some of those from the first book make a welcome re-appearance. 
The story moves at a fast pace to the nail biting climax and a cliffhanger of an ending – I’m really glad Melissa gave us a taste of the next book to answer at least one of my questions, and I can’t wait for the third in the series.”-  Hywela Lyn Website
“After reading The Raie’Chaelia last year I was so excited to be able to read the second book, The Firelight of Maalda. Needless to say, I loved The Firelight of Maalda just as much as I loved The Raie’Chaelia.
The story was really good and I had a lot of fun learning more about the world and the goings on. There were the highs and lows in the book and I was really excited to see the return of some really awesome characters from the first book.
Then there was the ending. Oh my goodness! I don’t want to spoil anything but can I just say, that is one huge cliffhanger. UGH! Can I have the next book now please?
I absolutely love The Firelight of Maalda and the entire Raie’Chaelia series. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy story and I know I definitely can’t wait to continue the series.”- Rebecca, Everything To Do With Books
About Melissa Douhit:
Melissa Douthit grew up in North County of San Diego, California. After graduating with a Computer Science degree in Southern California, and working for a summer at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory in New Mexico, she moved to the Bay Area to work at NASA Ames Research Center for a year and then at Lawrence Livermore National Lab for another four years. From there, she moved to Monterey, California, to work at the Naval Postgraduate School on a government project for two years.
She currently lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, working as a software engineer. Since high school, she has been a voracious reader of books of all genres, with an emphasis in fantasy and science fiction. Her literary work is strongly influenced by her professional experience and includes many elements of her scientific background. You can find out more about Melissa on her website: http://melissadouthit.com
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Follow the Tour:

So Many Precious books Oct 14 Spotlight & Giveaway
Peeking Through The Pages Oct 16 Review
Peeking Through The Pages Oct 17 Interview & Giveaway
DWED Oct 18 Review
Joy Story Oct 21 Review
BK Walker Books Oct 22 Interview
The Librarian’s Bookshelf Oct 23 Review
Hywela Lyn Oct 24 Review
Hywela Lyn Oct 25 Interview
Everything To Do With Books Oct 28 Review
MY Book Boyfriend Oct 29 Review
MY Book Boyfriend Oct 30 Interview
Wormhole Oct 31 Review
Wormhole  Nov 1 Interview & Giveaway
My Devotional Thoughts Nov 1 Review
My Cozy Corner Nov 4 Review
Paperback Writer Nov 4 Guest Post
Ordinary Girlz Nov 5 Review
Serendipity Nov 6 Review
Teen Blurb Nov 7 Review
Teen Blurb Nov 7 Guest Post
Giveaways & Glitter Nov 8 Review & Giveaway
Two Kids & a Migraine Nov 12 Review
Butterfly-o-Meter Books Nov 13 Interview
Tracy Riva Books & Reviews Nov 14 Review
Tracy Riva Books & Reviews Nov 15 Guest Post
Winterhaven Books Nov 18 Review
Roses & Beps Blog Nov 19 Spotlight & Giveaway
Green Mountain Couple Nov 20 Review
No Wasted Ink Nov 20 Interview
Ashley’s Bookshelf Nov 21 Review
Diane ‘s Book Blog Nov 22 Review
Diane ‘s Book Blog Nov 25 Guest Post & Giveaway
Books, Books & More Books Nov 26 Review
Up In the Bibliosphere Nov 26 Review
Rhythempoets Nov 27 Review
Rhythempoets Nov 27 Interview

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Thursday, October 10, 2013

Just Announced: Raymond Khoury, Author of RASPUTIN’S SHADOW- Live Chat on October 15th at 3 pm EST

Please join us for a BookTrib Live Chat with New York Times bestselling author Raymond Khoury on October 15 at 3 p.m. ET to discuss his new book, RASPUTIN’S SHADOW.

During the Chat you can:
·         Ask Raymond questions directly
·         Win a free copy of RASPUTIN’S SHADOW

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Giveaway: RASPUTIN’S SHADOW by Raymond Khoury

Thanks to Alissa Letkowski of Meryl L. Moss Media Relations, Inc., I am giving away one copy of  RASPUTIN’S SHADOW.


 Book Description:
Rasputin was a monk blessed by God, a malicious killer, a mastermind, a renegade, a fraud. Even the most lauded historians haven’t decided which of these descriptors best fit the illusive figure from Russia’s past. And no one can understand his incredible rise from a starving, degenerate peasant to the Tsar’s most trusted advisor. No one, that is, except Leo Sokolov. And so begins RASPUTIN’S SHADOW. Khoury’s novel is filled with modern-day action as FBI Agent Sean Reilly and his unexpected partner Russian FSB Agent Larisa Sokolova search to uncover a mysterious device that has led to the suicide of a Russian embassy attaché and the disappearance of a Russian physics teacher, Leo Sokolov. Their adventure leads them into an unexpected rendezvous with the lost journals of Rasputin’s confidant, and to the frightening realization that the device wreaking havoc on modern-day Manhattan may have been used for even greater destruction a century earlier in Russia.

RASPUTIN’S SHADOW delivers in the way a thriller should. It melds historical disaster with modern retribution. The novel is heart-racing and smart, full of twists and turns and action scenes that seem as real as the pages that you’re reading.

Praise for Raymond Khoury

“History, mystery, suspense, and action—Khoury knows the recipe for a good read.”― Library Journal

"Khoury carries the story off nicely…this is a fast-paced, enjoyable tale.”― Kirkus Reviews

“Unrelenting action.”―Publisher’s Weekly

“…filled with action, chases and mind-blowing historical perspective that will engage fans of this genre and once again place Raymond Khoury back at the forefront of modern historical fiction adventures."―Bookreporter

About Raymond Khoury:


RAYMOND KHOURY is a New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Last Templar, The Templar Salvation and The Sanctuary. Born in Beirut, Khoury and his family fled to Rye, New York when he was 14 to escape Lebanon’s civil war. Khoury worked as an architect and investment banker before becoming a successful screenwriter and producer for networks such as BBC. Today, he focuses on his writing career. Rasputin’s Shadow is his sixth book.

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Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Giveaway: THE MOUNTAIN OF LIGHT by Indu Sundaresan

Thanks to the author, Indu Sundaresan and the publicist, Diana Franco of Washington Square Press/ Simon and Schuster, I am giving away two copies of The Mountain of Light.

 Back in 2010, I reviewed The Twentieth Wife by Indu Sundaresan and gave it a 5/5 stars.  The author is now coming out with a new book, The Mountain of Light.  If you are a historical fiction lover, you are going to want to get your hand on this book.  

Book Description:

 In January, 1850, Lord Dalhousie, the Governor-General of India, travels down the Indus River to Karachi, a precious package looped around his belt.  Dalhousie has just left the newly annexed Punjab Empire and its heir, the eleven-year-old Maharajah Dalip Singh—on departing, he takes with him one item from the empire’s enormous treasury.
Arriving at Bombay, Lord Dalhousie deposits this in the treasury at Fort George.  There the parcel tarries until April, when it is carried on a Royal Navy ship to England in the charge of two men, who are the only ones on board who know of its contents.


A few days later, the Queen of England, Victoria, opens the seals on the package and holds in her hand a mammoth 186 carat diamond set in a gold armlet, flanked by two smaller diamonds.  The Kohinoor diamond has safely arrived in England, in the greatest of secrecy, and only then is the news blazoned forth.

The Kohinoor—translated from Persian as ‘a mountain of light’—is one of the world’s most magnificent diamonds, originating in India, owned over centuries, by various rulers in India, Persia and Afghanistan.

The Mountain of Light begins in 1817, with the ruler of Afghanistan promising, and giving, the diamond to Dalip’s father, Maharajah Ranjit Singh.  A prior Governor-General and his sisters travel to Ranjit Singh’s court, to ask for his help in a war, and to admire his diamond.  When Ranjit dies, two Anglo-Sikh wars intervene, leading to the Punjab Empire being dissolved and added to British lands in India.

The young heir to the empire, Dalip Singh, is escorted out of his lands, put under the guardianship of British officials, brought up to become an English gentleman.  He follows the Kohinoor to England, meets the queen, is feted and petted there for a long while…until he realizes—as he grows into manhood—that nothing can replace the loss of his empire, his treasury, and his Kohinoor.

Indu Sundaresan’s sixth work of fiction, The Mountain of Light, is a brilliant tale of love, adventure, loss and betrayal, wrapped around the glowing heart of one of the world’s most famous diamonds.

Early Praise for The Mountain of Light:

“Sundaresan…tells the fascinating story of how the diamond travels from the hands of the king of Afghanistan to the arm of Queen Victoria during the early years of India’s colonization by the British…With a strong eye for detail and a great talent for dramatization, Sundaresan has composed an epic tale of a coveted jewel and its place in India’s rich history.”- Booklist

“On one level, Indu Sundaresan's novel The Mountain of Light is a fascinating tale about a mythical jewel, filled with adventure and romance that draws the reader in. But on a deeper level, it is a keen and heart-rending examination of the costs of colonialism.”-—Chitra Divakaruni, author of Oleander Girl

“Once again Indu Sundaresan has brought history to life in this well-researched novel…Whether you read The Mountain of Light for its dramatic story, its lush setting, or its vivid characters, this novel will give you insights into history that will change you.”-Janet Lee Carey, Award-winning author of medieval fantasy

About Indu Sundaresan:

Indu Sundaresan is the author of the Taj trilogy (The Twentieth Wife; The Feast of Roses; Shadow Princess) set in 17th Century Mughal India; The Splendor of Silence, set in India in May of 1942; and a collection of contemporary Indian short stories, In the Convent of Little Flowers.  Her sixth work of fiction is The Mountain of Light.  Her work has been translated into 22 languages to date.

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Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Giveaway: Once We Were Brothers by Ronald Balson

Thanks to Staci Burt of Wunderkind PR, I am giving away one copy of Once We Were Brothers.

Book Description:
The gripping tale about two boys, once as close as brothers, who find themselves on opposite sides of the Holocaust.

Elliot Rosenzweig, a respected civic leader and wealthy philanthropist, is attending a fundraiser when he is suddenly accosted and accused of being a former Nazi SS officer named Otto Piatek, "the butcher of Zamosc." Although the charges are denounced as preposterous, his accuser, Ben Solomon, is convinced he is right. Solomon persuades attorney Catherine Lockhart to take his case, revealing that the true Piatek was abandoned as a child and raised by Solomon's family only to betray them during the Nazi occupation. But has he accused the right man?

Once We Were Brothers is Ronald H. Balson's compelling tale of two boys and a family who struggle to survive in war-torn Poland and a young love that incredibly endures through the unspeakable cruelty of the Holocaust. Two lives, two worlds, and sixty years converge in an explosive race to redemption that makes for an enthralling tale of love, survival, and ultimately the triumph of the human spirit.

 About Ronald Balson:

Ronald H. Balson is an attorney practicing with the firm of Stone, Pogrund and Korey in Chicago. An adjunct professor of business law at the University of Chicago for twenty-five years, Balson now lectures on trial advocacy in federal trial bar courses.

A few years ago, Balson was hired by his Chicago law firm to represent it in a case centered in southern Poland, the location of his book. For the next four years, he made multiple trips back and forth, and while there, he interviewed witnesses, studied documents and came to know more about the town of Zamosc. He learned that, during the World War II years, the Polish culture and country were destroyed and “sadness still pervades” there.

Balson started his own publishing company, Berwick Court, in order to self-publish his book, and as word of mouth spread, Once We Were Brothers became a runaway bestseller. St. Martin’s Press Griffin will now be publishing the trade paperback edition this October 2013.

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Monday, October 7, 2013

Book Tour, Review, & Giveaway: Tinseltown Riff by Shelly Frome

Today I am kicking off a tour for Tinseltown Riff by Shelly Frome with my review and a book giveaway.

Book Description:
Publisher: Sunbury Press (March 2013)
Category: Hollywood Crime Caper, Action/Adventure, Thriller
ISBN-13: 978-1620062050
Tour Date: October, 2013
Available in: Print and ebook, 239 Pages
Tinseltown Riff centers on Ben Prine, a thirty-something Hollywood screenwriter who, on a Labor Day weekend, finds himself in desperate straits. Latching on to a dubious last-minute opportunity, he unwittingly embarks on a collision course with a Montana tracker connected with a Vegas mob; an odyssey which culminates in a showdown on an abandoned Western movie set.
My Thoughts:
Ben Prine has been living with his aunt for awhile now and she wants him out.  She is selling her house and wants to get on with her life.  He needs to find a place fast but he has no money and no job prospects.  However a screenwriting job lands in his lap all of a sudden but it is a rush job and so steeped in secrets, he doesn't even know what he is suppose to be writing about.  It soon becomes apparent to the reader that this job is not what it seems.  It just takes Ben longer to discover this.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, I LOVE quirky characters!  Tinseltown Riff has quirky characters galore.  In fact, every character in the book is quirky!  I had a bit of trouble getting into the book at first but that soon passed.  I think I was a bit confused until I got to know the most important characters. After that, the book took me on a wild, gritty, and quirky ride.  All good things, IMO.  If you enjoy action and quirky characters, you are in for a treat!  Highly recommended!
4/5
I received this book for my honest opinion.
About Shelly Frome:
Shelly Frome is a member of Mystery Writers of America, a professor of dramatic arts emeritus at the University of Connecticut, a former professional actor, a writer of mysteries, books on theater and film, and articles on the performing arts appearing in a number of periodicals in the U.S. and the U.K. He is also a film critic and a contributor to writers’ blogs.
His fiction includes Lilac Moon, Sun Dance for Andy Horn, the trans-Atlantic cozy The Twinning Murders and Twilight of the Drifter, a southern gothic crime-and-blues odyssey. Among his works of non-fiction are the acclaimed The Actors Studio and texts on the art and craft of screenwriting and writing for the stage. Tinseltown Riff, his latest novel, is both a social commentary and a Hollywood crime caper.
Shelly Frome’s Website: www.shellyfrome.com
Shelly Frome Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/shellyfrome
Shelly Frome Twitter: https://twitter.com/shellyFrome
Thanks to the author, Shelly Frome, I am giving away one copy of Tinseltown Riff.  This giveaway is open internationally.  If you live in the U.S., you will have your choice of print or ebook.  If international, you will receive the pdf.  Please use Rafflecopter to enter.
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Follow the Tour:

 So Many Precious books Oct 7 Review & Giveaway
Dr. Bill’s Book Baazar Oct 8 Review
Butterfly-o-Meter Books Oct 9 Interview
Joy Story Oct 10 Review
Ann’s Reading Corner Oct 11 Review
Ordinary Girls Oct 14 Review
From L.A. to LA Oct 15 Review & Giveaway
Paperback Writer Oct 15 Guest Post
Deal Sharing Aunt Oct 16 Review
I Feel So Unnecessary Oct 17 Review
Bookalicious Travel Addict Oct 22 Guest Post
Kate Eileen Shannon Oct 23 Review
Kate Eileen Shannon Oct 24 Guest Post & Giveaway
Hollywood Daze Oct 25 Review
Sweeps 4 Bloggers Oct 29 Review & Giveaway
Rose & Beps Blog Oct 31 Guest Post
Literary, etc Nov 1 Review & Giveaway

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