Free/Bargain Romances in May 2013

[library addict]

Originally Posted by Blossom

You so got to read the series! It's unlike any other. It's not your ordinary Paranormal, it's more Sci-Fi or Urban Fantasy Romance. Check your Overdrive Library. All mine carry the titles.

You are so lucky. My overdrive library only had Kiss of Snow. And the 3M library has none. I was able to read Tangle of Need in hc and got the Wild Invitation anthology and two of the middle books in paperback from the library, but ended up buying them all in digital anyway (the paperback font was so small and it wouldn't adjust for me! ). Which is the main reason I am "forcing" myself to read them all before Tuesday (to justify the expense).

I am quite enjoying the series and it has been a long time since I have done a proper glom of one so I am not feeling burned out yet. Plus I've found even if the main couple/romance of a particular book isn't working for me, the subplots (such as the rebellion and Ghost) and appearences of the core characters still make each book worth reading.

I do admit I am reading the Ghost's scenes thinking he is a particular character, so if it turns out that is not the case I may have to reread those scenes again later too. I fully admit this influence comes from my friend in Germany I've discussed the series with through the years even though I wasn't reading it. Plus Jane at Dear Author's blog posts on the subject.

[Loosheesh]

Originally Posted by library addict

You are so lucky. My overdrive library only had Kiss of Snow. And the 3M library has none. I was able to read Tangle of Need in hc and got the Wild Invitation anthology and two of the middle books in paperback from the library, but ended up buying them all in digital anyway (the paperback font was so small and it wouldn't adjust for me! ). Which is the main reason I am "forcing" myself to read them all before Tuesday (to justify the expense).

I am quite enjoying the series and it has been a long time since I have done a proper glom of one so I am not feeling burned out yet. Plus I've found even if the main couple/romance of a particular book isn't working for me, the subplots (such as the rebellion and Ghost) and appearences of the core characters still make each book worth reading.

I do admit I am reading the Ghost's scenes thinking he is a particular character, so if it turns out that is not the case I may have to reread those scenes again later too. I fully admit this influence comes from my friend in Germany I've discussed the series with through the years even though I wasn't reading it. Plus Jane at Dear Author's blog posts on the subject.

I'm one of the lucky ones as well; between Overdrive and 3M I can borrow the full series.

When does the Ghost storyline begin? I'm only up to book two; I'm now reading Nate's and Tamsyn's short story and I hope to start book 3 on Saturday.

[Loosheesh]

I tried one of the Kobo contest codes just a while ago and it went through. I have a couple of 30% and 35% codes each if anyone is interested; please send me a PM if you want any.

[FizzyWater]

Originally Posted by Blossom

I am just happy to find something really amazing to read finally.
I haven't felt this excited since I started the Midnight Breed series.
I love the world building and you don't know what's going to happen so you just hang on for the ride.

I agree - there's more to this than "just another paranormal romance".

I have to admit, there are a few I only skim when doing re-reads. I'm not a fan of the overly b1tchy female lead, and there were 3-4 (although the first one was not as bad as the next two) that were fairly close together.

So far, my favorite books in the series are the ones that center on one character who's from the Psy race.

I finally read the Guild Hunters, too, and I agree they're just as good. I think she kind of switched from an "urban fantasy" focus to more a "paranormal romance" focus after the first few books - I had avoided them for awhile because I wasn't interested in started another never-ending UF series.

I also finally started reading Thea Harrison's series (and I'm drawing a blank at the moment what the series name is) that I think is as interesting as Singh's.

[library addict]

Originally Posted by Loosheesh

I'm one of the lucky ones as well; between Overdrive and 3M I can borrow the full series.

When does the Ghost storyline begin?

Book 3 Caressed by Ice (which I loved!)

Originally Posted by FizzyWater

So far, my favorite books in the series are the ones that center on one character who's from the Psy race.

Me too. So far Judd is my favorite character and Kaleb is very intriguing. Lucas is my favorite Changeling.

Need to get back to reading.

[Blue2u]

Yay! Everything Changes by Shey Stahl on for $.99 at Amazon. I've had this on my list since I read Waiting for You [gritty, not really a sunshine and bunnies book] but I loved it.

[G-ma]

Originally Posted by FizzyWater

I agree - there's more to this than "just another paranormal romance".

I have to admit, there are a few I only skim when doing re-reads. I'm not a fan of the overly b1tchy female lead, and there were 3-4 (although the first one was not as bad as the next two) that were fairly close together.

So far, my favorite books in the series are the ones that center on one character who's from the Psy race.

I finally read the Guild Hunters, too, and I agree they're just as good. I think she kind of switched from an "urban fantasy" focus to more a "paranormal romance" focus after the first few books - I had avoided them for awhile because I wasn't interested in started another never-ending UF series.

I also finally started reading Thea Harrison's series (and I'm drawing a blank at the moment what the series name is) that I think is as interesting as Singh's.

Thea Harrison series is called "The Elders" and several are out already. LOVE her characters.

[Blue2u]

Rock book girls, if any of you have seen or been recommended "How To Kill a Rock Star" by Tiffanie Debartolo and wondered if it was worth it, I'm reading it right now and giving it a resounding DEFINITELY! I used the 80% off coupon at Kobo to get it and I'm beyond thrilled. It's about music, [and the music business], Love, angst, frustration, and genuinely insightful thoughts on life and love, some humor and intelligently yet honestly written. It's just brilliant, IMO! Might be my favorite read of 2013 so far besides Thoughtless series [and this is edgier if you want to compare].

[Blossom]

Yes, please

I can only think of three authors who currently write historical westerns. Lori Austin (Lori Handeland) Jo Goodman and Georgina Gentry, some of her westerns were my very first! I know Jodi thomas still puts one out every now and then. In category romance there is a couple more. Harlequin has never stopped letting westerns be published but they are like one a month. I would love to see the comeback of historical western romance.

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by Blue2u

Rock book girls, if any of you have seen or been recommended "How To Kill a Rock Star" by Tiffanie Debartolo and wondered if it was worth it, I'm reading it right now and giving it a resounding DEFINITELY! I used the 80% off coupon at Kobo to get it and I'm beyond thrilled. It's about music, [and the music business], Love, angst, frustration, and genuinely insightful thoughts on life and love, some humor and intelligently yet honestly written. It's just brilliant, IMO! Might be my favorite read of 2013 so far besides Thoughtless series [and this is edgier if you want to compare].

I'm in line for it at my local library. I accidentally read a spoiler for it. (I hate when I do that!) so hopefully I will forget before it comes my turn.

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by FizzyWater

I agree - there's more to this than "just another paranormal romance".

I have to admit, there are a few I only skim when doing re-reads. I'm not a fan of the overly b1tchy female lead, and there were 3-4 (although the first one was not as bad as the next two) that were fairly close together.

So far, my favorite books in the series are the ones that center on one character who's from the Psy race.

I finally read the Guild Hunters, too, and I agree they're just as good. I think she kind of switched from an "urban fantasy" focus to more a "paranormal romance" focus after the first few books - I had avoided them for awhile because I wasn't interested in started another never-ending UF series.

I also finally started reading Thea Harrison's series (and I'm drawing a blank at the moment what the series name is) that I think is as interesting as Singh's.

I have that series too in Audible. I'm not too interested in the Guild series... that could change as I read more of her books. It makes me want to get back into the Midnight Breed series. I think I enjoy books that have a complex plot the most and these series definitely have them.

Are there any more out there like that?

[Venus]

Originally Posted by Blossom

I've been reading over at DA that several believe that the return of Historical Westerns is coming. This is my most favorite time period next to Regency of course. What do you think? I would love to see more historical westerns released! I pretty much buy all the backlists I can find.

A western would be a nice change of pace. I haven't read a western since " A Heart So Wild" by Johanna Lindsey. And what a hero Chandos was.

[Blossom]

Originally Posted by Venus

A western would be a nice change of pace. I haven't read a western since " A Heart So Wild" by Johanna Lindsey. And what a hero Chandos was.

Let's see the last westerns I read were Heidi Betts's Walker's Widow and Callie's Convict and Judith Stacy's Outlaw Love. Walker's Widow and Outlaw Love were pretty fun books.

[Tattncat]

Originally Posted by Blossom

I can only think of three authors who currently write historical westerns. Lori Austin (Lori Handeland) Jo Goodman and Georgina Gentry, some of her westerns were my very first! I know Jodi thomas still puts one out every now and then. In category romance there is a couple more. Harlequin has never stopped letting westerns be published but they are like one a month. I would love to see the comeback of historical western romance.

Ditto. I just recently finished Jodi Thomas's Lone Texan and absolutely loved it. I would love to see more westerns come out.

[Venus]

Originally Posted by Blossom

Let's see the last westerns I read were Heidi Betts's Walker's Widow and Callie's Convict and Judith Stacy's Outlaw Love. Walker's Widow and Outlaw Love were pretty fun books.

I like the idea of fun westerns. I did listen to "Tin Angel" and thought it was fun. I can't tell you how many times the hero had to rescue the heroine.