Crossroads: Showdown Available November 9th!

CROSSROADS: Showdown will be released Monday, November 9th through PHAZE, http://www.phaze.com/

About Crossroads: Showdown, the third novella in the best-selling series. Mystery. Suspense. Ghosts. Hot Male Love.

Tough PI, Frank McGuire, attempts to help the FBI locate three abducted children from a small town in West Virginia. While channeling his inner spirt for assistance, he mistakenly calls forth a ghost. As Frank races against time to locate the missing girls, he receives help from the most unlikely of sources. To complicate matters, Rand has decided its time Frank commit to their relationship -- or run the risk of Rand being gone when he returns.

Happy Fall, Keta
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New Review For Decadent Deceptions

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Decadent Deceptions – Four Stars!
Keta Diablo, Noble Romance
Romance - Historical

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This setting is Georgia, 1856.

Cain and Olivia Breedlove buried their father a couple of weeks earlier. At the reading of the will a stipulation is placed on Olivia. She must marry within six months to a man of upstanding character and financially well off or depend on her brother to dole out an allowance. How can she find a husband? She wants one that will satisfy her needs both mentally, romantically and financially. The one she wants, the one she is in love with, only thinks of her as a friend.

Morgan Gatewood, a friend of Cain’s has been in love with Olivia for years. Her father warned him to stay away from her because He would not make not fit husband material for his daughter.

Olivia has a scheme to bring Morgan to his senses. She asks Morgan to take her to L’ Amour Immortelles so she could pick a husband based on his expertise. Cain and Morgan try and talk her out of it. She is determined. She doesn’t know Morgan is the owner of the brothel.

A murderer is on the loose. He kills ladies of the evening and leaves behind a black rose. Morgan attempts to keep Olivia safe.

This is an excellent, well written historical romance. This book does have graphic scenes and adult language.

New Review for Land of Falling Stars

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Land Of Falling Stars – FOUR STARS
Keta Diablo, Romance - Historical

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Near Fredericksburg, Virginia. May, 1864

I love historical books that take place during the Civil War Era, this book did not disappoint me. This book contains steamy scenes and graphic language. The characters make this book.

Sophia, Gavin and Jesse have been friends since childhood. Jesse and Sophia have been pledged to marriage from birth. Gavin hides his deep love for Sophia. Gavin was a Yankee and fought as one.

The war is coming to an end and Sophia Whitfield has lost everything, her friends, her family, Jesse and Gavin. Lately she has been having dreams of Jesse. She just knows he will return safe and they will be married.

She didn’t recognize Gavin when he walked down the road in his Yankee. She shot him. He has a bullet hole in his chest. She and two slaves try to save Gavin.

Gavin is a besieged man. War is hard on a person and he is carrying secrets that torment him. He has news for Sophia but as the days go by their passion for each other grows. Sophia is waiting for Jesse to return. Her feelings for Gavin grows as Billy Cooper swears he will have her as his wife She know it is only because he wants Arbor Rose, Sophia’s homestead.

Eventually Sophia finally learns the real reason why Gavin returned to her home. Her feelings are mixed. The relationship waffles from hot to cold .

Land of Falling Stars is filled with passion, heartache, and pride. I hope there is a sequel in the works. This is a good read.

Romance Junkies Reviews Decadent Deceptions

Decadent Deceptions, Keta Diablo

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Blue Ribbon Rating: 4

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Review:
A lady of Savannah, Georgia in the 1850s, Olivia Breedlove is far from the southern belle her father wanted her to be. She is a wild spirit with a daring and carefree attitude. If she is seen by society as a bit scandalous, well, she can’t really help that, can she?

All she wants is a bit of independence and some freedom. Oh yeah, she desires just one more thing, for Morgan Gatewood to marry her. Perhaps the most traditional and acceptable step for Olivia to take would be to let Morgan court her, but that’s just not her style. Why wait for him to come to her?

Olivia has her own tricks up her sleeves to gain the attention of Morgan. She is sure he is her match. Is he a gentleman? Maybe not, but a man that would excite her and please her, he is. Just how far is Olivia willing to go? Will she go too far? The suspense builds as Olivia pushes everyone’s limits, including her own.

DECADENT DECEPTIONS by Keta Diablo is a captivating story. The characters are completely outside of the box, a definite surprise to me for sure. I enjoyed having characters that caught me off guard. I admit there were quite a few times when I really wanted to strangle Olivia, but she kept me turning the pages with her flamboyant and uninhibited schemes. You really do have to read it to believe it.

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Darren Michaels Is Giving Away a Copy of Flipside Erotica

The Keep welcomes Darren Michaels and his new release *FLIPSIDE EROTICA*. Be sure to leave a comment and be eligible to win a copy of his book.

FLIPSIDE EROTICA PRESENTS BOTH SIDES OF
THE STORY VOLUME I

This book presents a unique twist to erotic stories. There are 24 stories; 12 from the man’s point of view and the same 12 from the woman’s point of view. Both sides of the story are told, and you see the encounter through the eyes of each person. The book is even printed with half the stories on one side, and then you flip it over to read the other half of the stories.

The stories take place in a variety of locations and scenarios, some indoors and some out, some in an office and a few in the bedroom. To add to the intrigue, I will tell you that half of the stories are true, and the other half are based on someone I met and wished this is how things would have worked out. It’s your job as the reader to figure out which ones are real, and which ones are just my active sexual imagination at work.

EXCERPT HER EYES

"Hey, what are you doing tonight?" I ask. He does his usual thing, hesitating before answering me. "Hmm, I don't know, what do you have in mind?" he asks in his non committal voice. "Let's go for a swim - see you around 8pm" I say. I like to play the role of choosing when we get together, and I know he likes it when I initiate things.

He is a little younger than I am; a former athlete who is still in great shape. He can certainly handle my appetite for sex. Nothing makes the stresses of the week melt away like a good hard pounding after a glass or two of wine. He is a little taller than I am, and loves to play rough. I can feel the sting of his hand already, and I shudder just a little in anticipation. His shaved head and goatee seem to fit his bad-boy demeanor perfectly. I'm sure no one at work would ever guess that I have my own beckon call boy, but it's really how I want it. I like my space, my time, but once in a while I need to feel the weight of a man on top of me.

I hear his car pull up out front and I reach into the garage and push the button to raise the door for him to pull in. I prefer to not have the neighbors know I get company once in a while. I chug the last half glass of wine I poured for myself, and meet him at the door in my latest acquisition from Victoria"s Secret; a lovely sheer teddy that left nothing to the imagination yet somehow still manages to look a touch classy. God I am looking forward to this. I take one look and want him right there in the kitchen; but part of me wants to make it last. That voice speaks a little louder, and I settle for a long, deep kiss against the door. I let him know I am hungry for it, kissing him hard before pulling away and walking towards the back door. I drop the teddy to the floor as if leaving him a trail for him to follow. I walk into the backyard, surprised at just how bright the moon is tonight. The warm air hits my naked body and I can feel my nipples surge forward. I walk over to the diving board, take one big hop and dive into the water. It is the perfect temperature, warm on my skin and yet still invigorating.

I am already tired of waiting, and he is taking longer than I want. I swim over to his side of the pool, and express my distaste for taking his sweet time by sending the biggest splash I can muster in his direction. He has his sandals off, but I want him naked. He starts to protest, so I do it again. "Alright, alright - I'm coming!" he exclaims. He tears off his shirt and tosses it aside, and then come the shorts. He is already getting hard, and his body looks amazing in the moonlight. He starts for the stairs and I swim his direction, meeting him on the steps. I take him in my mouth right away. "This is why you are here, and I am done playing around," I think to myself. While I still can, I jam it all the way into my throat. Soon he will be too hard for that, so while I have the chance I smash my nose against his hard stomach. He is getting harder by the second, and I am already struggling to take it all in. I put my hand around the base and slowly began to jerk it while I run my tongue all over him...

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GRACEN MILLER is Spilling ELFIN BLOOD at the Keep

It's my honor and privilege to introduce GRACEN MILLER and her first debut novel, ELFIN BLOOD. I had the good fortune to be one of the first to read Elfin Blood and I can honestly say I fell in love with Landau (our hero) and Julija (our heroine). What happens when a feisty Elf's and a drop-dead gorgeous Vampire's fates collide? Buy ELFIN BLOOD and find out here on Monday, October 19th:

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About Elfin Blood:

Scorned by her own kind for her half-breed elf status, Julija lives a lonely existence among her Ivory Elf kin. She is the only one the elves can trust when a magical book in elf lore is stolen. Relegated to steal the Book from the vampire thief, Landau Jamieson, she's surprised to discover he has the ability to walk in daylight. Refusing to be deterred by developing setbacks, she’s committed to executing the heist for an Ivory King who grows more desperate to possess the Book. Nothing about the vampire is as it appears and Julija begins to doubt her mission. Worse, she begins to worry she won't have the strength to guard her heart from her sworn enemy.

Landau is fascinated by the elf stalking him and baffled by the potent hunger she elicits after ten thousand years of celibacy. Soon he discovers the lovely spite is a pawn in a dangerous game--orchestrated by none other than a reviled enemy from his past. While blind-sided by her beauty and her magical powers, the least of which is the spell she casts on his heart, the sinister plot unfolds. What started out as folly to catch a thief, blossoms into a love that casts aside bloodlines and forges all boundaries.

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Please help me welcome one of my favorite review/romance web sites on the Net - THE ROMANCE STUDIO!


Since its launch in January 2003, The Romance Studio receives an average of 3 1/2 million hits per month.


The Romance Studio is visited regularly by over 100 countries outside North America.

The Romance Studio has reviewed over 9,000 romances (all genres) as of July 2008.

We are big fans of romantic fiction here at the The Romance Studio. And that fact alone was the biggest reason that we created this site. We wanted to build a place on the web for all fans of romance.

But we fans of the romance genre are a diverse group, yes? All of us are readers. But some of us are writers, published authors, agents, book sellers, cover models, publishers and more. Keeping that in mind, we designed a site that, we hope, has something for everyone.

The Romance Studio is an interactive site that is kept fresh and new by user entries. Most every page on the site is generated by user input, most of which is posted instantly to the site. Basic membership is free and allows users to post romance industry news items, information about writing contests, conferences, conventions - even post classified ads. Featured Members get even more options and opportunities to promote themselves and their businesses - learn more here. Plus there is a database containing the records of all registered users who are industry professionals. The database is easy to search by name, subgenre and more. You can advertise your books or business with us, too.

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ESCAPE WITH ROMANCE and Ravenous Romance authors present the *Holiday Blog Blitz*. Mark your calendars and visit us at these blogs on these special days. A very special thank you to all bloggers who generously offered a date to showcase the books offered in the *Blitz*.

ROMANTIC HARBOR
November 7th
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November 21st

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Reviewer Elisa Rolle is holding the First Annual GLBT Awards on her
blog through Live Journal.

If you get a minute, please go here and vote for my Gay Fiction Novellas, CROSSROADS AND CROSSROADS REVISITED. Follow link below.

Thank you so much. You must have a Live Journal account to be able to vote.
As always I appreciate the support of my friends, family and fans,

Gracias, Keta

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Five Star Review for Decadent Deceptions

Decadent Deceptions, Author: Keta Diablo

Publisher: Noble Romance Publishing
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Olivia and Cain Breedlove, who are brother and sister, are shocked when they have their recently deceased Father's will revealed to them. Olivia must marry within 6 months to a respectable man or she will receive none of her inheritance. If she also fails to do this, she is basically at the mercy of her brother's goodwill and he would decide how much money she gets if he chooses so. Her brother tells her that she does not have to worry, he would take care of her and make sure she would be happy. Olivia is strong-willed and doesn't want to have to rely on her brother. She asks her brother's childhood friend Morgan to help her with a solution. She wants to find a man who is sexually right for her even though she is a virgin herself. She enlists his help in attending a brothel and become a watcher of the sexual art. When Olivia was younger, she and Morgan almost had a chance at falling in love, but her father put an end to it and told him he was never to even look at her again. Morgan never stopped loving her, and Olivia thought he didn't care for her at all. Unfortunately, Olivia's plan to win Morgan's love backfires in many ways and women at the brothel start turning up dead.


This was a hot and steamy read that also featured suspense and mystery that is sometimes forgotten about in an erotica. The story was consistent and beautifully written. It didn't come off as just a sex book, but as a romance with some witty humor written also. This book kept me on the edge of my seat and I usually don't expect suspense written into an erotica. It surprised me and was believable. Just when you think you have it figured out, the author throws in some surprises you don't see coming. When the story ended, I was sad. Not because of the way it ended, but simply because the story was over. I wanted this book to keep going because I was so wrapped up in the characters.

Simply put, I have found myself a new author. I am really surprised she hasn't been picked up by some big publishing companies. She has the talent and the skills to make it big! She was also a wonderful writer to work with in the review process. I personally can't wait to read her other books now that I have found her. This is one author I will be watching for new release's in the future.

MY RATING: FIVE FLAMES! (Woot!)
Outstanding Book! A definite favorite!
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TEXT NOVEL Excerpt from COURTNEY SHEETS!

I'm so intrigued by this TEXT NOVEL concept. A while back the *KEEP* hosted Lianne Gentry Skye who is kickin' butt over at Text Novel. Now, we have another Author Extraordinare, COURTNEY SHEETS, visiting us. She stopped in to tell us about her story at Text Novel. GO COURTNEY!

Please take a moment to follow the link at the bottom of this post and read Courtney's story at Text Novel. I know her writing and you won't be disappointed!

DAUGHTER OF FIRE, Sequel to Kona Warrior

Dr. Jack O’Connor is not your typical Geologist. With his Nordic good looks and disarming smile, Jack is as much of an attraction for the female tourists at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as Kilauea Volcano. A rash of thefts, vandalism, and the destruction of sacred artifacts has brought the wrath of the United States Geological Survey down on Jack’s head.

The USGS has sent the handsome volcanologist a mouthy new assistant with body hotter than molten lava to discover what is happening. Jack soon finds his life even more complicated when he realizes he can’t keep his hands off his sexy new assistant or her lush curves. Kalama Young is like no woman he has ever known. Kalama Young may look like your typical island girl but there is more to the dark haired beauty than meets the eye.

A brilliant scientist, Kalama can surf, swim, and hula in true Hawaiian fashion all while discussing tectonic plate shifts. But she has a tiny little secret that lies beneath the surface of her fiery demeanor. Kalama is a fire guardian and the 230 year old half mortal daughter of Pele, the Goddess of Fire. In desperation, Pele has called Kalama home to Kilauea Caldera. A force beyond anything the world can comprehend is threatening Pele and Hawaii and only Kalama can stop it.

Also take a peek at The Hooded Man, a retelling of the Robin Hood legends.

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Here is the link to my page on textnovel. COURTNEY'S TEXT NOVEL STORY

Author Tamela Quijas Stops By!

My Lord Raven

Purchase links: AMAZON

Amazon E-book

Blurb:  I speak of a love that happens betwixt a man and a woman but once in a lifetime . . .

Dante Burroughs was unaware of the hidden promises whispered in the ancient phrase, or of the dreams that would torment him.

Unfulfilled dreams of a woman, whose soul had been promised to the Ravensmoors centuries past.

Kathleen Bennett knew the torment.

Dreams filled with the image of blue eyed man, whispering promises that were locked in her heart.

A time would come, when the souls of the past would collide….

Excerpt:

“Have I plunged from my lofty pedestal, Kate?” The sound of his throatily intoned words filled the air, a swirling mist of enticement apparent in each syllable. “Has the hideousness of my past diminished any of the esteem you may have held?”

“No.”

Her candidly issued response sent a tremor of unspoken relief running through him. She struggled to breathe, inhaling the spicy masculine scent radiating from him. Her body thrummed at his proximity and she swayed. Her heart thundered as his head lowered, the tip of his heated tongue grazing her lower lip and moistening the sensitive flesh. A low-pitched moan escaped her at the tentative touch and her lids fluttered downwards, her body suffusing with an all too familiar flame. Her hands slipped from the pockets of her robe and settled on his shoulders as she tried to remain steady. Kate floundered to suck in a wisp of a strangled gasp as the pressure of his lips brushed her jaw, leaving behind a scintillating trail of fire. Except for the gentle pressure of his mouth against her tender flesh, he didn’t place a hand on her. Kate felt an uncontrollable restlessness arising within her as his hair brushed her face, the unhurried descent of his lips along her neck evoking exasperating quivers of arousal.

“Order me to stop, Kate.” The murmured words were issued urgently against her skin, hunger evident in each syllable. “Tell me to leave you well enough alone.”

Pulsating with need, Kate grasped at his shirt, her fingers twisting into the material as she rose to the tips of her toes. Dante exhaled deeply, the warmth of his breath inciting an excited chill to rise on her overly sensitized flesh.

“Stop me, Kate.” He groaned, the weak plea issued into her ear. “Stop me and I won’t touch you.”

I have a fantastic Two for One Special for all of my readers out there, beginning October 1st.

For every person that purchases either a Kindle or Paperback copy of My Lord Raven or Blood of the Beast, email a copy of your receipt from AMAZON to tamquij@aol.com, and I will email you a free PDF copy of the corresponding romance novel.

For example: If you purchase My Lord Raven, I will send you a PDF version of Blood of the Beast for FREE! If you purchase Blood of the Beast, I will send you the PDF version of My Lord Raven for FREE!!

Please remember that this special is only good during the month of OCTOBER.

Carnal Craving Review From Whipped Cream

Carnal Cravings received a fantastic review from Whipped Cream Erotic Reviews, so good, it's up for book of the week. VOTE HERE this weekend October 3rd and 4th! Thank you so much.

Carnal Cravings by Keta Diablo
Publisher: Dark Roast Press
Genre: Historical, Short (44 pgs)
Other: M/M, M/M/M, Spanking, BDSM, Forced Seduction
Book/Cherry Rating: 4.5
Review by: Phlox

"This bright jewel of a short story demonstrates in dramatic terms what happens when you believe you should not have something: you think about it all the time. Taking place during the most sexually repressive era in America, when young men and women were only supposed to think about sex in the context of marriage and then only in terms of procreation, not pleasure, the tale revolves around some of the inevitable ‘underground’ activities inevitable during such repression.

Craven, both desperately ashamed of and driven by his desires, is a thoroughly engaging character, poignant and sympathetic, while Dominic is absolutely delicious as the decadent, powerful lord of the manor. Their meeting and subsequent budding relationship proceeds in a smoothly written, flowing style, intense and heated on both sides.

My only issue with this work is that it is the beginning of what should be a longer work marketed as a short story. There will, no doubt, be more (and there should be) but this piece ends just as the romance begins to get underway."
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Boys of the Bite Reviewed By Whipped Cream Erotic Reviews

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Boys of the Bite Anthology edited by Cecelia Tan
Publisher: Ravenous Romance
Genre: Contemporary, Historical, Paranormal, Vampire
Length: Short Story (190 pgs)
Other: BDSM, M/M, Ménage, Multiple Partners, Voyeurism
Rating: 4 Cherries
Review by Magnolia

Blurb:
Vampires are ever young, ever beautiful, and ruled by the cravings of the flesh. In Boys of the Bite, the gay male side of the vampire's legend is explored in every erotic possibility. From historical settings where vampires move through high society to modern vamps you find at the all-night laundromat, these lusty men know how to hunt, whether for love or just a midnight snack.

Mixing stories by gay male authors like R. R. Angell and Bob Panadero with some of Ravenous Romance's stars of m/m romance like Keta Diablo and Ryan Field, Boys of the Bite gives every reader plenty to get his or her blood pumping.

The Sin Eater’s Prince by Keta Diablo

Owen, a sin eater, is saved from death by Andras, a vampire. Little does Owen know their connection goes much deeper than he could imagine. This story is about two people who are from very different worlds, yet they love one another. As much as Owen would like to be with Andras permanently he has made an oath to his father, but so has Andras. Keta Diablo tells a wonderful little story that is really more of an encounter that could actually go on to tell a much deeper tale of love and I hope this does turn into a novel, or at least few more shorts that continues this love story.

Raise the Banners! Author Samantha Gail Is In The Keep!

AMANDA’S GLORY by Samantha Gail

AMANDA'S GLORY - BUY HERE

EXCERPT:

Amanda offered a tight smile. “What can I do for you, Chief?”

“I was wondering how your search for a close-combat fighting partner was coming along?”

She blinked up at him. “Why do you ask?”

He took a step closer. The room suddenly seemed too small for all that was in it. His bright green eyes lit up. “Because I’d like to offer my services.”

For a second, Amanda thought she’d lost her hearing. Breath caught in the back of her throat.

“Services?” she echoed.

“You need a sparring partner, Saurgin. I do too.”

“Uh, well…”

“Well, what? Aren’t I up to par with your needs?”

His smile had a cocky edge to it. The way he stressed the word needs, sent her mind into hyperdrive. She reached over and turned the fan to high.

“Getting hot, Saurgin?”

Amanda kept her voice neutral. “I don’t know how well matched we would be at the game. I’ve never seen you fight.”

He dipped his head close enough that Amanda could feel his breath tickle her ear. “I can hold my own with you.”

At such close proximity, images of sexual positions she never imagined slithered straight from his thoughts into hers. A violent jolt speared straight to her groin. She jerked away.

Jensen let out a soft chuckle. “Frightened of what you see?”

A frisson of dread slithered up her spine.

“Are you trying to provoke me, Chief?”

His eyes narrowed. He took a step closer. She was caught off balance by his strange mood.

“You think I don’t know how much you want me. That it's your very own dirty, little secret. But you’re wrong, Amanda.” He made a sound somewhere between a sigh and a groan. “I know exactly. Every time you prowl around in my mind, I hear what you’re thinking. It’s not a one-way street.” He put his hands on her waist and lightly held them there. “If you want to fight one-on-one and win, you better tighten up that loose mind of yours.” His fingers did a slow crawl up her shirt and paused just below her breast. She fought the urge to squirm. His lips peeled back in a feral grin. “I know how hot and desperate you are for pleasure. If you want to fuck, just ask me.” Suddenly, his arms were wrapped hard around her.

Amanda’s chin flew up. “Chief!” She pushed away.

"Don't waste time acting shocked." He stared at her a moment. “Whenever you’re ready to take me on, you know where I’ll be.”

He turned and left before she could form the words to dismiss him.

Author Ava James Visits The Keep!

ONE DARK KNIGHT, by Ava James

Categories: Historical Mainstream ROMANCE

Heat Level: SENSUAL
Published By:  SIREN BOOKSTRAND
AVAILABLE: Tuesday, September 29th

Past the suitable age for marriage, Lady Isobel longs for her life to begin. When the chance to flee the clutches of her misery arises, she sets out on a journey to her dower lands and childhood home. But no road is without its perils, and she soon finds she needs someone by her side.

Sir Robert de Gever's duties become vastly more complicated when Lady Isobel stumbles into his life in need of rescue. Questions arise and secrets run deep, leaving desire and suspicion to war within him.

Intrigue awaits the pair, and conspirators abound. Is the bond of one dark night spent together strong enough to save them from their fears?

One Dark Knight, Available in: Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Reader, HTML, Mobipocket
Price: $5.50

Excerpt:

He wished he could keep her locked away—far, far away. The woman looked as though she were arming herself for battle. Her sweet smiles changed the instant the last of the men quit the room.

“What is the matter?” Isobel asked with a clipped tone.

“What is the matter?” Robert began his counterattack in falsetto.

“Where should I start? My men have all left their posts, and training, to come to the beck and call of the devilish temptress besieging Durham .” He watched her eyes grow wide as he spoke. How was it that even now, he could think of nothing but her lips?

“Devilish temptress? If I tempted any man, it was in no way intentional, and in every way a result of the man’s baser interests.” Isobel took a challenging step toward him. She accused him with her eyes and her words. "Furthermore, if it weren't for yer noble act of imprisonment, I would not be here!"

Robert stepped closer to her. Her feminine scent wafted into his nostrils. She easily broke his train of thought. The aroma that lingered about her intoxicated his senses. Beyond doubt, she was a foul temptress! With every attempt to ignore her, he failed miserably. Each time he was in her presence she distracted him. If it was not her beauty that caught his attention, it was her voice and words. The woman drew him in and he did not care to be so affected by her. He needed to reign in his thoughts and focus.

Focus, focus.

In a much calmer voice he said, “Would ye rather I left ye to be ravished by those Saxon mercenaries?” He took another step closer to her as he spoke. He watched her gaze fall to his lips. Her pink tongue crossed her own bottom lip, and a blush came to her soft cheeks. God’s wounds, he felt too much for this lady.

She drew away. “Ravished by those Saxons is not what I want.” Her voice weak, and unusually breathy, he wondered just who she’d like to be ravished by.

His own errant mind conjured up dangerous visions of her naked body slick against his own. He couldn’t help himself, so he asked just what he’d been wondering. “What do ye want?"

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Home Shopping Network Reader Gives 5 Star Award!

Christinereader, State: NJ

Customer Rating:  * * * * *

Date: 09/23/2009

Land of Falling Stars, Keta Diablo
Historicals are my favorite genre, so when a friend who frequents HSN told me these were on, I had to order them. I read "Land of Falling Stars". I don't read a lot of Civil War stories, but this was beautiful. I truly enjoyed it. The author really brought out the desolation and fear of the war.

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