Steel and Stone Review Spotlight

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Steel and Stone is the second book in Silvana G. Sanchez's Cursed Kingdoms series. This book can be read as a standalone novel as it focuses mainly on the two characters - Philip and Aurora. 

Steel and Stone is a good book choice for readers who enjoy fairytale retellings. The author looks to engage readers from the beginning of this book by giving them a taste of what is going on in Aurora's kingdom. Remember, this is a retelling, which means that there will be familiar elements while the author weaves in her own twists and creates her own version. 

Aurora has made the hard decision to contact the lord of the Underworld. Does she get who she's calling for? Well, let's just say that things go left and she gets tricked. Now Philip, who arrived at the last minute, is left heartbroken and has to take on the role of "regent" for her people. But things devolve from there. A coup is in works. Another seeks the power of the throne that they feel is theirs. This will bring death and devastation to the people.

Now, Philip must make a choice. Continue to stand with Aurora's kingdom despite his heartbreak? Or let them fall to the ones who are eyeing it like a prize?

This story alternates between Philip and Aurora. So you get a dual POV with alternating chapters. Even with Aurora being "not aware" of her surroundings, you still get her perspective in the story. I have to admit that I liked that the author chose to do this. But don't worry, there isn't a repeat of Aurora being "dead to the world" constantly. The author is quick to shift the story forward so that the reader is kept engaged in what is going on. 

Steel and Stone is an engaging story. When I first started reading this book I felt that the details were overdone. The story felt like it was being stifled by the amount of detail that the author chose to put in this book. I wanted less. The deeper I got into the book though the more I got used to the overflow of detail. In some areas, it adds to the story and helps to paint a more vivid picture. In other areas, I skimmed some of the details to keep to the meat of the story. 

One particular aspect that I appreciated about this story is that Philip doesn't go alone. Also, I love that his captain isn't the norm. This character has some serious sass and attitude. I loved it. Of course, for a time it begged the question as to what their EXACT relationship was or has been. I mean, not everyone has the gall to stand up to their sovereign. LOL!

The deeper you get into the story the more engaged you're going to become as Aurora deals with being in the Underworld, and Philip takes steps to get back the woman that he loves. This book is an engaging page-turner. Mixing Sleeping Beauty with the story of Hades and Persephone, this book is sure to be one that readers enjoy. 

4.5 out of 5 stars

Thank you to the author, Silvana G. Sanchez, and R&R Book Tours for the opportunity to read and review this book. I look forward to what comes next! 

                                                   Steel and Stone (Cursed Kingdoms #2)

Publication Date: October 24

Genre: NA Fantasy/ Fairy Tale Retelling (Sleeping Beauty & Hades & Persephone)

A princess with a secret and a cursed kingdom to save.

A mysterious illness has decimated the kingdom of Stonewall, snatching the king and queen’s lives. The barren Stone Keep is left in Princess Aurora’s hands, sustained only by the Steelborn’s coffers.

But Aurora wants more than her kingdom’s survival. And to lift the curse that burdens her kingdom, she must dive into the Netherworld and beg for the Dark Prince’s help. The catch is, none who’s traveled to the Realm of Death has ever made it back.

Can she outwit the Dark Prince, and escape his island? And given the chance, will she want to?

A broken prince striving to risk it all in the name of true love.

When Aurora broke Prince Phillip’s heart, he vowed never to set foot in the Stone Keep. But when a coup rises against the crown of Whitehaven, the threat of war reopens his old wounds. Phillip must warn the kingdom of Stonewall.

Chaos ensues upon his arrival as Princess Aurora is dragged to the Netherworld, kidnapped by a dark god. To rescue the princess, Phillip will need his captain’s help, as they plunge into a journey riddled with dangers—the worst of which is facing the Lord of the Netherworld himself.

Will Phillip’s valiant heart conquer Aurora’s and defeat the god of death?

Steel and Stone is the second book in the Cursed Kingdom series, packed with old gods, valiant heroes, and morally grey heroines. If you like Enemies to Lovers, Hades and Persephone’s mythos, and twisted fairytales, you’ll LOVE Steel and Stone!

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About the Author

 Silvana G. Sánchez is the USA TODAY bestselling author of sinfully addictive dark fantasy new adult novels Ash and Snow, Steel and Stone, Written in Blood, and more paranormal and fantasy romance stories, including the Vesely Academy series. She lives in Mexico with her husband, son, and two adorable Shih-Tzus she calls her dragons. When not plotting away in her writing den, she’s known to poke eyes in her practice as an ophthalmologist.

Silvana G. Sanchez 

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October 23^rd

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Death's Destiny Blitz Spotlight

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We're thrilled to share this beauty with you all today! Read on for details and grab a copy for yourself!

Death’s Destiny

Publication Date: June 2022

Genre: NA Romantic Fantasy

After eons of punishment for his negligence and misdeeds against humanity, Hades was given a challenge by the Fates; if he can get one mortal to fall in love with him, the ever-present damper on his powers will be removed.

He’ll finally be free.

How hard could it be?

What he doesn’t expect is Destina; affectionate, vivacious, and calling to every one of his primal desires. His craving to protect her, to own her, wars with his desperation to regain his strength. After all, who is he without his power?

But the Fates, fickle women that they are, will make nothing easy for him.

It’s finally time for death to meet his destiny.

Death’s Destiny is a full-length, MF, New Adult Fantasy novel intended for mature readers. If you enjoy low-stakes fantasy, sweet, touch-her-and-you-die heroes, Greek mythology, and slow-burn romance, this book is for you!

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About the Author

Honey Andrews is a 23-year-old recent graduate with a BA, a BS, and no idea what to do with either. She can most often be found in bed with a book or cuddling strangers’ dogs. She enjoys all sorts of romances, waking up at the ass-crack of dawn to do a little light reading *cough* a whole book *cough*, and anything that is both gluten-free and full of sugar.

She loves hearing from readers, so feel free to send her a message on Instagram or TikTok!

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Oblivion's River Review Spotlight

Welcome to the book tour for Oblivion's River by Shoshana Rain! If you enjoy spicy romance and Greek myths, you will love this! 

Oblivion's River is the second book in Shoshana Rain's The New Olympus series. Note that while this book is the second in the series, these books each can be read as a stand-alone novel. It's just more fun to read them in a series as they come out. LOL! 

Prepare to meet two new characters in this book - Hephaestus and Lethe. This story will alternate between the two characters as their romance unfolds and they push to get past the things that separate them.

The drama in this book is so good! I mean, it's another Greek mythology novel packed with romance!!! Readers who love Greek mythology are absolutely going to DEVOUR this book! You get the right amount of drama, and the author gives you all of it. You get suspense, danger, and romance that builds across the story. It's an enemies to lovers, and as you learn more about the characters you'll understand exactly why. 

I like that this book is a medium-burn romance. It fits the tone and the characters so well. It smolders right beneath the surface in the most perfect moments bringing you to the edge of your seat wondering if this is going to be THAT moment.  

The steamy scenes are good, but I'm always one for full blown heat and ALLLLLL the details. LOL! But this book is definitely a good one. I liked the ending, and I honestly look forward to more from this author. 

I'm rating this book 4.5 out of 5 stars. 

Thank you to the author, Shoshana Rain, and R&R Book Tours for the opportunity to read and review this book! Be sure to check out my fellow bloggers posts in this tour! Thank you for stopping by! 

Oblivion’s River (The New Olympus #2)

Publication Date: February 28th

Genre: Romantic Fantasy/ HEA/ Greek Mythology

Oblivion’s River is a full-length, medium-burn, standalone fantasy romance with a guaranteed HEA. It contains steamy scenes and is an opposites attract romance. It is book two in The New Olympus series. While it is a standalone, reading the first book will provide the best reading experience.

Hephaestus:

I wanted to forget Lethe, to stop seeing her every time I closed my eyes. The goddess hunted me, tormented me, took away everything I am. She should rot away in Tartarus like she deserves.

But we need her. She’s the only one who can tell us where the rift knife is—and our very survival depends on it. I’m the only one who can get answers from her, so I’ll punish her, bend her, use her.

Until she gives me everything.

Lethe:

There are so many things I can’t remember. Who I hurt. Who hurt me. The location of the knife, the one I can trade for my freedom. I don’t want to remember. I’m happy in the darkness and silence, forgotten.

They don’t believe me, and when they drag me out of my prison, I find myself faced with a god I shouldn’t remember. But I do.

He wants to play a game, but I don’t play games. That’s why I’ll win.

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Strife’s Apple (The New Olympus #1)

Apollo:

As the God of Prophecy, it’s my duty to keep my fellow gods safe. And to do that, I need Eris. Which means retrieving the Goddess of Discord from the pits of Tartarus—where I left her, seven hundred years ago.

The now-freed goddess may think she can beat me, but I intend to tame her wildness before she destroys us all. I’ll do anything to save my family, including seducing her. And I’ll love every second of it. I’ll have the little goddess on her back, hands, knees, any and every way I can get her.

No matter what, I’ll bring her to heel.

Eris:
For seven hundred years, they kept me chained in darkness. For seven hundred years, I never saw sunlight, never knew joy, never spoke to another mortal—or god. Until Apollo came, and with the wave of one imperious hand, freed me.

I know he needs my help. The gods are fading, and only I can save them. Too bad I have no interest in anything beyond revenge.

Especially against him

Strife’s Apple is a full-length, medium-burn, standalone fantasy romance with a guaranteed HEA. It contains steamy scenes and is an opposites attract, enemies to lovers romance.

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About the Author

A lover of mythology, sexy romances, and heroines who give as good as they get, Shoshana knew she wanted to write fantasy romance since reading Kushiel’s Dart. When she’s not writing, she’s hanging out with her cat and trying to keep her garden alive in the harsh desert summer.

Shoshana Rain

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March 31^st

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Blue Pendant Spotlight

 

Welcome to the book tour for genre-blurring novel, The Blue Pendant by Rob James! This will be the first book in a new series called When Gods Clash. Read on for more info and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a $25 Amazon e-gift card!

The Blue Pendant (When Gods Clash #1)

Publication Date: November 15th, 2021

Genre: Paranormal Thriller/ Greek Mythology

Debilitated in Afghanistan, Angus MacDonald struggles to find peace and escape his nightmares. He visits Culloden Battlefield, Scotland, where ancient voices traumatize him. They reveal a shocking connection to his ancestors who died in 1746 where he now stands. They compel him to fight again, but this time against an unworldly enemy. Inexplicable and uncanny changes wrack his mind and body.

To protect humankind from slavery Angus must face the past, but more troubling, his future while unraveling the mystery of his heritage. He strives to discover millennia-old truths from Olympus, Greece, and the violent history that produced them. The truth of who bred him to die saving humanity.
The most crucial battle of Angus’s story begins on the same infamous field of his clan’s decimation, but worse, when he returns to Washington, D.C., war follows.

Rob James’ WHEN GODS CLASH includes a fascinating take on Greek mythology through vivid world-building; a work of supernatural fantasy. Olympians are not what books describe. Here, they are real. The book is a searing, unique makeover of loved themes.

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Rob James is a student of history and geopolitics and writing novels with historical themes is his passion. Dramatic events and tales from history help to create thrills and suspense. They also color flawed but compelling protagonists.

Since childhood, stories of Rob Roy MacGregor, and the ancient Greek heroes heightened Rob’s passion for reading. He knows them and the history of their times intimately, lighting the richly layered backstory of his novels.

When referencing ancient characters, tradition can become repetitive so Rob takes care to provide unique takes on the often-repeated tales. As his plots are set in the present day, intertwining the old with the new demands respect for the old, while giving them a modern punch; a lift to provide relevance and resonate with readers.

Rob James  

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