Blog Tour – ARC Review for Storm and Fury by Jennifer L. Armentrout

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Hello lovelies and welcome to my Blog Tour stop for Storm and Fury by Jennifer L. Armentrout hosted by TLC Tours.

From the #1 New York Times, USA TODAY and internationally bestselling author of the fantastical Dark Elements and the Lux series comes a new novel set in a world of gargoyle protectors, rising demons and one girl with an explosive secret.

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Published: June 11, 2019 by Inkyard Press (Original Edition)

Genre(s): Young Adult, Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance

Format: Hardcover 512, Ebook

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synopsis

Eighteen-year-old Trinity Marrow may be going blind, but she can see and communicate with ghosts and spirits. Her unique gift is part of a secret so dangerous that she’s been in hiding for years in an isolated compound fiercely guarded by Wardens—gargoyle shape-shifters who protect humankind from demons. If the demons discover the truth about Trinity, they’ll devour her, flesh and bone, to enhance their own powers.

When Wardens from another clan arrive with disturbing reports that something out there is killing both demons and Wardens, Trinity’s safe world implodes. Not the least because one of the outsiders is the most annoying and fascinating person she’s ever met. Zayne has secrets of his own that will upend her world yet again—but working together becomes imperative once demons breach the compound and Trinity’s secret comes to light. To save her family and maybe the world, she’ll have to put her trust in Zayne. But all bets are off as a supernatural war is unleashed…

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A Flawlessly Capitivating and Utterly Addictive Paranormal Romance 

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This book definitely deserves a spot on your TBR! Storm and Fury by Jennifer L. Armentrout is a flawlessly captivating and thrilling paranormal romance that had me glued to the pages.

JLA’s With You NA contemporary series is one of my favorites and I can never forget how much I LOVE Cam and Avery.  Now, I haven’t read any of her paranormal books, but I’ve been very interested… so much so that I started buying books from her Lux series. I haven’t started yet cause I’m planning on binging the series when I finally have them all. When I received an invitation to be part of the review tour for Storm and Fury hosted by TLC Book Tours, I obviously had to say yes. It’s a JLA book and I love her writing so I couldn’t resist.

I wasn’t initially aware that Storm and Fury is a spinoff of The Dark Elements series. Having said that, I didn’t find myself having trouble following the storyline, but I’m sure reading the original trilogy would have made it even more fun. I’m definitely intrigued now and planning on reading them really soon. This book is just so well-written and I devoured and savored every moment.

Protected by gargoyle shapeshifters known as Wardens, Trinity Marrow is an eighteen year old girl who’s hiding her unique ability to communicate with ghosts and spirits. If demons find the truth about her secret gift, they’ll end her life to gain more power. But, when reports about both demons and Wardens being killed are revealed, Trinity must work together with an annoying, but charming Warden she can’t seem to resist. Zayne, as fascinating as he is, is also keeping secrets. Secrets that can make things complicated and even worse for Trinitiy. Can Trinity trust Zayne enough to save her family and the world?

With masterful storytelling, alluring world-building, and complex lovable characters, this book had me wonderfully excited and engrossed until the very end. It’s quite different from JLA’s NA books, but just as entertaining, emotional, and addictive that I never wanted the story to end. The world JLA has created feels a bit familiar and have similarities to other paranormal books I’ve read, but I still thought it’s deliciously imaginative and fascinating. I enjoyed reading about demons and gargoyles and just being part of that world. I thought the plot was well developed and easy to follow. It’s engaging, suspenseful, intriguing and a lot of fun. The ending had me feeling all sorts of emotions and I’m so freaking eager to see what happens next.

Trinity is a fierce, unique and strong heroine. I knew from the first few pages that I would love her and I really do. She’s feisty, curious, funny, and incredibly brave. She may be losing her eye sight, but that never stops her from doing whatever she wants to do. I really admired that quality about her.

Zayne intrigued me so much since I wasn’t familiar with his character having not read The Dark Elements series. I found him undeniably charming, mysterious, and fascinating. He’s hilarious, honest, and quite the gentleman. I definitely swooned over him and he totally has my heart now and forever!

I loved the romance and chemistry between Trinity and Zayne. I think they are so perfect for each other. I enjoyed their bantering, flirting, and all their amusing conversations. There are so many swoony scenes between them and I absolutely loved them all.

The side characters are pretty awesome too. I liked Misha and my heart definitely ached for him. I LOVE Peanut, Trin’s resident ghost friend. He’s so funny and I enjoyed his friendship with Trinity. I found every scene with them absolutely entertaining and I honestly laughed out loud a few times.

This was truly an amazing and fantastical read. It’s utterly addictive and enthralling. There’s drama, intrigue, humor, romance, action, heartbreak, and the feels are EVERYTHING! Storm and Fury by Jennifer L. Armentrout is a must read for paranormal and romance fans and if you’ve read anything by JLA, then I’m sure you’ll enjoy and love this book just as much as I do. Cannot wait for more and to be reunited with Trin and Zayne! Highly recommend this book!!!

I received an advance reader copy of this book from the publisher and TLC Book Tours in exchange for a fair and honest review. All thoughs and opinions are my own.

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abouttheauthor

Jennifer-L.-Armentrout# 1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout lives in Martinsburg, West Virginia with her husband and her Jack Russell, Loki. Jennifer writes young adult paranormal, science fiction, fantasy, and contemporary romance. She also writes adult and New Adult romance under the name J. Lynn. Find her on Twitter @JLArmentrout or become a fan on Facebook and Goodreads.

 

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Instagram tour:

Monday, June 10th: @bookstorefinds

Monday, June 10th: @bookclubwithbite

Tuesday, June 11th: @theliteraryllama

Wednesday, June 12th: @superspacechick

Wednesday, June 12th: @girlsinbooks

Thursday, June 13th: @theshybooks

Friday, June 14th: @thegraduatedbookworm

Saturday, June 15th: @lovelyreadergirl

Sunday, June 16th: @amberafterglowreads

Review tour:

Monday, June 10th: Sincerely Karen Jo

Tuesday, June 11th: @bookishly_tiff

Wednesday, June 12th: Becca Leighan

Thursday, June 13th: Treestand Book Reviews

Friday, June 14th: Book by Book

Monday, June 17th: @iam.caryn

Tuesday, June 18th: Audio Killed the Bookmark and @beritaudiokilledthebookmark

Wednesday, June 19th: @thecityofdarkclockwork

Thursday, June 20th: Inky Moments and @inkymoments

Friday, June 21st: Lori’s Reading Corner – spotlight

Monday, June 24th: @booksandjil

Tuesday, June 25th: Moonlight Rendezvous and @moonlight_rendezvous

Wednesday, June 26th: @booktwinsreview1

Thursday, June 27th: From the TBR Pile

Monday, July 1st: Read Love Blog

Tuesday, July 2nd: Book Fidelity

Monday, July 8th: Hopelessly Devoted Bibliophile

Thursday, July 11th: @thebibliolife

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Thanks for stopping by bookish friends. Hope you have a wonderful week! Don’t forget to add this book on your TBR and grab a copy tomorrow!!

sincerelykjologo

ARC Review – Fearless King by Maya Hughes

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The Kings of Rittenhouse Series is one of my favorite sport romances and I absolutely adore all the kings. If you love sport romances with amazing writing, humor, angst, friendships, swoons, and a lot of heart, then add this series on your TBR!!

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Title: Fearless King

Author: Maya Hughes

Genre: New Adult Romance

Cover Design: Najla Qamber, Qamber Designs

Release Date: May 30, 2019

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My first crush. My first heartbreak. My brother’s best friend.

 

The butterflies in my stomach turned into full blown eagles the second our lips touched. A kiss under the stars that changed our relationship forever.

 

After a lifetime of wishing, I stared up into Ford’s eyes with his fingers caressing my cheek and my heart racing.

 

The evening ended with my heart bleeding on the ballroom floor.

 

He destroyed my heart two years ago…but now he wants back in my life.

 

This time I won’t fall under his spell. I’ll resist his sexy, scruffy beard, and panty-melting smirk.

 

I thought I was over him. Hell, I fully planned to wave to him through my rearview mirror…but with one text, in the middle of the night, I know I’m in over my head.


Ford: I need you.

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The Fearless King short, The Wedding Kiss is complete! Read it today.

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Beautifully Written, Absolutely Swoony, Sweet and Sexy,

and Emotionally Engaging 

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Maya Hughes has once again captured my heart with another emotionally engaging and wonderful story about friendship, forgiveness, family and love. Fearless King exceeded my expectations and I’m honestly running out of amazing things to say about Maya and her books because I LOVE them ALL so damn much.

Ford is Colm’s best friend and has a reputation in bed with puck bunnies. Liv, Colm’s younger sister, has had a crush on Ford since she was a little girl. On their friends’ wedding night (Declan and Mak), Ford and Liv share a steamy kiss they both will never forget. With unexpected interruptions and an unwanted surprise, their evening was ruined. What should have been the beginning of something more between two friends became their worst nightmare and they haven’t spoken since that night. Will Ford and Liv find their way back to each other? And if they do, how will they deal with Colm’s overprotective and controlling personality? Can Ford and Liv be fearless enough to fight for their love?

There’s nothing juicier than a forbidden romance trope and falling for your big brother’s hot best friend. This book is absolutely juicy… no doubt about that. I loved all the sexy scenes between Ford and Liv and trust me, they’re sinfully titillating. I loved the chemistry between them, their playful bantering, delicious flirting and so much more. Their romance is everything I imagined it would be. It’s intense, swoony, sweet, and really fun. I enjoyed the slow-burn as Ford and Liv tried to ignore their desire and feelings for each other and savored every moment they shared. Ford and Liv simply belonged together and I could not get enough.

That being said and as much as I enjoyed all the fun and sexiness, I loved that this story is also beautifully affecting and had me in tears quite a few times. I liked the drama, the tension, the humor, the angst, and all the heartwarming moments not only between Ford and Liv, but also between the other characters. Maya has proven time and time again that she is incredibly passionate about her stories. She writes fun and entertaining romances that are also amazingly meaningful and filled with so much HEART. I love reading about supportive, caring, and awesome parents like Ford’s mother, Sylvia. I love the brotherhood between the kings and the friendships between their queens. I also love the inspiring and important messages weaved throughout the story that really touched my heart. Maya also creates strong, realistic, and lovable characters who’ll become your book best friends and you’ll care about them as much as she does. Maya just makes me feel so many wonderful emotions and I honestly can’t rave about her enough.

The Kings of Rittenhouse Series is one of my favorite sport romances and I don’t know how I’ll be able to say goodbye to these awesome characters. But, I don’t really want to think about that yet. Colm’s story is up next and I just have this feeling that Maya is going to end this incredible series with an emotional ride I would not easily forget. I may not want everything to end, but I am so READY for Colm’s story and to meet the queen that will thaw his heart and break down those damn walls. It’s going to be a sensational read for sure! Oh, and I just want to say that I totally squealed when I read the crossover between the Fulton U series. It was such a fun little treat to get a glimpse of LJ and the Brothel.

Fearless King is absolutely delicious, angsty, emotional and fun. It made me laugh, swoon, breathless, cry, and just so darn happy. You really need to meet the Kings of Rittenhouse and their queens to experience the adorable steamy romances, the fabulous friendships, the delightfully emotional moments, and all the hilarious and playful bantering between all the characters. Everything about this book and series is just so amazing and will make your heart ache in the best ways.

If you love sports romances with addictively intriguing storylines, beautiful writing, charming characters, and adorably heartwarming relationships, then this series is simply perfect for you.

A milllion HUGS to Maya for sending me an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. All thoughts, swoons, and opinions are my own.

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abouttheauthor

Maya Hughes can often be found sneaking in another chapter while hiding in the bathroom from her kids! 🙂 I’m a romance writer who loves taking inspiration from everyday life, namely my husband and biggest fan. Inspiration also strikes when I hear a song, meet someone new or daydream while at soccer practice.

 

I’m the mom of three little ones, the wife to an amazing husband and also work full time. Some of my favorite things are cinnamon rolls, white wine, laughing until I can’t breathe and traveling with my family.

 

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Thanks for stopping by lovelies and don’t forget to grab your copy today!

 

sincerelykjologo