Embrace the Magic (The Blood Rose Series) by Caris Roane – Review, Book Tour and Giveaway
EMBRACE THE MAGIC
The Blood Rose Series #2
by Caris Roane
Release Date: August 31, 2013
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ABOUT THE BOOK: When a blood rose enters Mastyr Ethan’s world, will he succumb to his deepest needs or lose her forever to an enemy intent on possessing her at all costs?
He desperately needs his blood rose…
Ethan, mastyr vampire of the Bergisson Realm, never thought to find his blood rose, the one woman who could ease the blood-starvation he’s endured for decades. But Samantha carries a surprising level of power as her newly discovered fae heritage emerges and she connects with his personal realm frequency, a vibration that ignites his passion. His commitment to ruling Bergisson, however, has priority, even over his driving need to be with Samantha. As desire rises, and Ethan finds himself drawn into the web of his driving, relentless need for her, will he be able to embrace his blood rose or will his guilt over past events prevent him from living life to the fullest?
How can she give up the life she planned…?
EMBRACE THE MAGIC by Caris Roane is the 2nd book in her Blood Rose series. The author has a gift for creating worlds that are multi-dimensional and layered with just the right amount of DARK! I did not read the first novel, but I could guess the premise behind the series. A Blood Rose can ease the bloodlust of a Mastyr Vampire and Samantha has just had her life turned upside down. She is drawn immediately to Mastyr Ethan, because of her blood. She has more surprises when she discovers that she is half fae and has visions of the future. Samantha joins Ethan in the Bergisson Realm, where he is ruler, for her protection. She can become a Blood Rose to ANY Mastyr Vampire and Ethan is afraid that she will be forced into a bond.
This was a delightful read, full of action, discoveries and learning about the 9 Realm-folk: trolls, elves, fae, shape shifters, and vampires! I expected Ethan as a Mastyr Vampire to be dark and full of himself, he was the exact opposite. He lived to serve his people and he knew that a woman would complicate his life. He was also a gorgeous blonde with long and flowy curls. That is not my idea of a ruthless leader! Samantha did not want a bond either, she valued her independence and missed her home in Shreveport, LA. Each must decide in their own way, if they want the commitment that a bond will ensure. My favorite parts were watching Samantha learn about her newfound Fae gifts and the vibrations that she feels through the crystals and to Ethan himself. Samantha and Ethan’s powers combined might be able to save their world from evil and the Invictus! This is a great read, some predictable parts, but I enjoyed reading as Ethan and Samantha fought their personal demons to fall in love!! Caris, you did it again! Another swoon-worthy novel based on vampires!
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Reviewed by Jules
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Embrace The Dark
The Blood Rose Series #1
by Caris Roane
Release Date: July 2012
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Enter a world of blood-starved mastyr vampires and the rare women who can satisfy their deepest needs…
How can he resist his blood rose…
Gerrod, mastyr vampire of the Merhaine Realm, never thought to have his blood-needs satisfied by a mere human. But Abigail is no ordinary woman. She stuns him with her telepathy as well as the richness of her blood. However, her human DNA makes her an unacceptable mate. Yet how can Gerrod turn her away when she alone has satisfied his blood-starvation for the first time in a hundred-and-fifty-years?
Will she fall to temptation and give herself to a vampire…
When the dreaded enemy of all realm-folk, the Invictus, attacks at a fae wedding, Abigail’s simple human life gets turned upside down. She doesn’t know if she has the courage to pursue a path that means giving herself body and soul to a mastyr vampire. Will she return to her normal existence in Flagstaff, Arizona? Or will she embrace the dark…
Embrace the Dark is the first in The Blood Rose Series and the ebook is currently available for .99cents at e-retailers.
Caris Roane has published nine paranormal novels and novellas and writing as Valerie King, fifty Regency works. In 2005, Romantic Times gave her a Career Achievement award in Regency Romance. As Caris Roane, she currently writes paranormal romance for St. Martin’s Press and also self-publishes the continuing stories for her Guardians of Ascension series as well as stories set in other worlds.
Author Links:
Website: http://www.carisroane.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Caris-Roane/150858114985050?fref=ts
Twitter: https://twitter.com/carisroane
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3500801.Caris_Roane
Caris is giving away the following prizes at the end of her tour:
Grand Prize: $10 e-Gift card to Amazon, signed copy of ASCENSION, an e-copy of EMBRACE THE MAGIC, a small tote, Caris Roane sticky notes, note-cards, notepad, versatile calendar, and romance trading cards!!! International winner receives gift card compensation!
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Alas, sad to say I’ve yet to start anything by Caris, even though I’ve heard such good things about her books. I do love the covers on these one’s though.
Great review, Jules. You can tell how much you enjoy Caris. Unfortunately, I have not read Caris either, but she is on my list. Someday, soon, I hope. 🙂
Wonderful review, Jules. I did read the first book and loved it. Cannot wait to read this book.
Sweet review Jules . Sounds like a great series , It is sad that I haven’t had a chance to read this series yet.
Wonderful review Jules. Sounds like a great series. Will have to add it to my TBR pile…which is now a mountain!!!
I read the first one and liked it . Will pick this one up. Great review Jules
Wonderful review. I have heard about Caris Roane. I’m going to check this out.
Terrific review, Jules. My friend reads Roane, and I have had her on my list to read.
Great review Jules. I had the pleasure of meeting Caris at this past weekend’s IRC in Lebanon, TN. She is a wonderful and very sweet lady as well as a generous and talented writer. I’m definitely picking these up!
Wonderful review Jules. Only book 2 so I can start at the beginning. Thanks 😉
Another very nice review Jules. So many books to add to my pile. I have read a few from Caris’s other series. Will have to check this one out.!
Beautiful review. I need a year just to catch up with my TBR pile.
Very nice review Jules. Sounds like something I would like.
Fantastic review Jules. I have never read Caris, but I really enjoyed reading your thoughts.