Hot Blooded: 1-4 (Dark Kings #4) by Donna Grant-a serial review

Posted on December 23, 2014 by Sandy

Hot Blooded: 1-4 (Dark Kings #4) by Donna Grant-a serial review

Hot Blooded 1-4

Read all four part of this sensational e-series—and look for the full volume of Hot Blooded in January 2015 from St. Martin’s Paperbacks.

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Hot Blooded Pt 1 HOT BLOODED: Part 1 (Dark Kings #4)

ABOUT THE BOOK: Part 1–Release Date December 9, 2014

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The Dark Kings soldier on in their fight to preserve their dragon magic. But eternal doom is always close behind…

SWORN TO PROTECT

His name is Laith. To most, he’s known as the owner of a local pub near Dreagan. But little do his patrons know that beneath his handsome, charming exterior Laith has the heart and soul of a Dragon King—one who wields control by keeping his friends close and his enemies, just across the border, closer. Until a mysterious stranger enters the picture, and sets his whole world off course…

DRIVEN TO DESIRE

Iona is a woman with a mission: To learn the truth about her dead father. She’s returned to Scotland only to learn that she’s part of an ancient pact with Dreagan—one that will threaten the fragile peace with the Dragon Kings. Gorgeous, sly Iona isn’t like anyone Laith has ever met before . . . and she harbors a secret that others would kill to possess. Will she complete him—or destroy him? Passion always comes with a price…

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HOT BLOODED Part 1 is the first installment in Donna Grant’s adult, contemporary, Dark Kings paranormal romance serial. This is Dragon King Laith and photographer Iona Campbell’s storyline one that introduces a little more about the neighboring land and family bordering on Dreagan Estates.

With the recent death of Iona’s father John Campbell, there is no longer a human guardian of the doorway leading onto Dreagan land. Iona had long since moved away and Scotland was no longer her home. Upon her return, the truth about Dreagan and the Dragon Kings will have to be revealed because it is only a Campbell heir who is privileged with the secret about Dragons.

We are introduced to Laith, a Dragon King and proprietor of the local watering hole known as The Fox and The Hound pub. Laith and Iona’s attraction to one another is mutual-they both feel the pull but Iona believes herself to be not of the marrying or relationship kind.

Several of the Dragon Kings are present including the King of the Dragons Constantine, Tristan and Sammi as well as Kellan, Ryder, Rhys, Warrick and Hal. The Light Fae Rhi will make an appearance but her current status is questionable and she is unwilling to stick around to be examined more closely.

Part 1 introduces the players and premise in Donna Grant’s new HOT BLOODED Dark Kings storyline. As Iona begins to search for answers about her father’s death and its connection to the Dreagan lands, there are other people following Iona seeking the information that has been kept hidden for hundred of years. Has Ulrik’s magic returned or is someone else pulling the strings behind the scenes?

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Hot Blooded Pt 2 HOT BLOODED: Part 2 (Dark Kings #4) by Donna Grant

Release Date: Part 2– December 16, 2014

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The exclusive e-serial continues! From New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant comes the HOT BLOODED: PART II, second sensual Dark Kings tale set in the wild Highlands of Scotland, where love and danger collide…Heat infused her wherever Laith touched. Breathing became difficult as he caressed up her sides until he cupped her face. His head lowered, and she rose up to meet him. Their lips met, sending sparks of desire and need zipping through her. He moaned, low and needful, causing her knees to weaken. She wrapped her arms around his waist and simply held on. A WARRIOR WITH EVERYTHING TO LOSE Iona harbors a secret that others would kill to possess and Laith will do whatever he must to keep her safe. But what burns between them threatens to consume them both. Will she complete him—or destroy him?

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REVIEW: The continuing story of Dragon King Laith and Iona Campbell follows our couple as they dance around their attraction to one another. Laith has kept secret his connection to Dreagon Industries and Iona’s safety is at risk when mercenaries come searching for the secrets to Dreagon lands.

Part 2 looks closer at Iona’s family dynamics where the truth about her father was never revealed. Raised by her mother-a woman with issues about men-Iona never knew the real man that everyone purports to be kind, gentle and a true friend. But John Campbell never had the chance to reveal the family legacy, and in this, Iona has been placed in a precarious position with Dreagon Industries.

Once again, the ensemble cast of characters tells of history, friendship and concerns about the future of the Dragons. While Rhys struggles with his own inner dragons, Rhi’s lightness is quickly turning to the dark.

HOT BLOODED part 2 continues to build up the suspense while Iona struggles with everything she does not know. Her attraction to Laith deepens but all of the important and significant information has yet to be revealed.

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Hot Blooded Pt 3 HOT BLOODED: Part 3 (Dark Kings #4) by Donna Grant

Release Date: Part 3-December 23, 2014

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The passion—and peril—reaches the boiling point in HOT BLOODED: Part III, the third installment of this exclusive Dark Kings e-serial from New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant.

She smiled and stood before diving into the water. Laith walked to the pool. The rumble of the waterfall was drowned out by the roar of his desire. Every instinct within him demanded he claim her, that he mark her as his. Mate, a voice whispered in his head.

A DANGEROUS LOVE. Danger is closing in while desire pushes Laith and Iona into deeper waters. Body and soul hang in the balance for the two lovers. Nothing will ever be the same.

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REVIEW: HOT BLOODED part 3 reveals a plethora of information about the Dragon King history, The Warriors and the Druids, as well as recounting some of the previous storylines premises. While Laith recounts the events that led to Ulrik’s loss of power, Iona will learn first hand that there is more to discover about the world of the supernatural.

The relationship between Laith and Iona steps to the next level. Laith believes that Iona may be his mate but Dragon King Con gives warning that the human female cannot always be trusted-for it was a human female that betrayed the Dragons –thousand of years earlier.

The storyline continues to reveal more about Rhys but we are still no closer to the truth about what has happened and who is responsible for the attack that has left the Dragon King in pain and unable to completely shift. Hopefully, his attraction to Lily, is the beginning of something much bigger.

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Hot Blooded Pt 4 HOT BLOODED: Part 4 (Dark Kings #4) by Donna Grant

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A DARK KING AND HIS MATE. In HOT BLOODED: Part IV, the situation goes from bad to worse. Laith, Iona and the Dark Kings are preparing for a showdown. Winner takes all, but neither Laith nor Iona can stand to lose, especially if it means losing each other

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REVIEW: Part 4 find the Dragon Kings in a battle with the Dark Fae. Con believing Ulrik is behind the attack against Iona set about to gather more information as it pertains to Ulrik’s use of magic and who is pulling the strings. As the secret behind the doorway to Dreagan is revealed, the Kings are on high alert for anyone entering the realm without permission.

The relationship between Laith and Iona becomes one of love and understanding. Iona’s past and experience with love has hardened her belief against the possibility but Laith is a dragon who is determined to make Iona his mate-forever.

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HOT BLOODED is a revealing storyline in the Dark Kings series as Donna Grant builds towards a showdown between the Dragon Kings, their one time friend and fellow Silver Dragon King Ulrik, and the Dark Fae. The Campbell family and their lineage have protected the secret gateway to Dreagon for millennia but with modern technology and a little bit of ingenuity, the Dragon King’s secret is about to be revealed. While the Dark Fae continue their hunt for the location of a mysterious weapon known only to a few, someone behind the scenes is choreographing a war that will destroy the Dragon Kings-once and for all.

Donna Grant perfects the serial and series format by recounting the history, the detail and the previous storyline information so that readers are reminded of what happened and what is to come. The ensemble cast of Dragon Kings, Druids, Warriors, Light and Dark Fae are colorful villains and traitors, friends and allies, lovers and mates. No one is safe when the Dark Fae work their magic but black magic is darker than most. HOT BLOODED is a story of suspense, mystery, action and romance. There is a war on the horizon and the Dragon Kings had better be prepared.

SERIES READING ORDER for Dark Kings

.1 Dark Craving
.2 Night’s Awakening
.3 Dawn’s Desire

1. Darkest Flame
2. Fire Rising
3. Burning Desire
4. Hot Blooded

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Reviewed by Sandy

Burning Desire (Dark Kings 3) Parts 1-4 by Donna Grant-a review

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Sandy

Burning Desire (Dark Kings 3) Parts 1-4 by Donna Grant-a review

Burning Desire 1-4

BURNING DESIRE -the complete storyline- will be released September 30, 2014

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Reviewing a storyline in serial format is difficult without giving away too many spoilers or sounding repetitive with each instalment. As the storyline builds, each episode reveals a little bit more information as well as the continued growth of the hero and heroine-their relationship and their love. And because each portion, in and of itself, is not a complete storyline it is difficult at times to be selective with the information passed along.

Because BURNING DESIRE continues the Dragon Kings storylines, the series should be read in order. Most of the characters from the previous storylines, and the original series and spinoff play a secondary role throughout. The Dark Kings is a spinoff from Donna’s Dark Warrior series which in turn is a spin off from Donna’s Dark Sword series- all set in the Highlands of Scotland. Each novella is approximately 70-75 pages in length.

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BURNING DESIRE Part 1 by Donna Grant

Release Date: September 9, 2014

The Dark Kings have fought for centuries to preserve their dragon magic. But can one warrior resist the greatest temptation of all. . .?In Burning Desire: Part 1 by Donna Grant, Kiril is dark, dangerous and powerful and when he heads to Ireland to uncover Dark Fae secrets, he isn’t the least bit surprised that the Dark are using one of their own to spy on him in return.

But he is deeply intrigued by this sexy, alluring woman who is perilous in more ways than one…Shara needs to be get back into her family’s good graces after committing an near-unforgivable offense and if bringing a Dragon King to his knees is how she must do it, she will use every trick she has up her sleeve to snare him. But she is unprepared for the intense desire that he brings to life within her. A burning desire they both seem unable to escape…

REVIEW: BURNING DESIRE part 1 focuses on the introduction of Dragon King Kiril to Shara-a Dark Fae whose family has no objections to killing one of their own. Following six hundred years imprisoned by her own family Shara has been ordered by her brother to seduce and bring home King Kiril and in doing so will live to see another day. The Dragon Kings have a secret and the Dark Fae are willing to destroy everything to ensure they are the ones who will hold the magic and power. As Shara begins her seduction of Kiril, Kiril soon realizes that there is more to Shara than a one night stand. As Kiril continues his search in Ireland for information about the whereabouts of the missing Light Fae Rhi, Rhi’s torture at the hands of the Dark Fae brings her closer to the other side.

Part 1 introduces the players in Donna Grant’s Burning Desire. We learn a little more about Shara’s family dynamics and what it means to be one of the Dark Fae. The tension and anxiety between Shara and her family shows that blood means nothing when the promise of greater power is at stake. There is also heartbreak for Rhi as her fate with the Dark Fae slowly tears away at the fabric of her Light and her soul.

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BURNING DESIRE Part 2 by Donna Grant

Release Date: September 16, 3014

Even though he knows he should keep his distance, Kiril is falling hard for Shara. But when Shara uncovers what Kiril has been looking for all along, she is faced with a choice—hide the information from him? Or tell him the truth, even if it means death should her family learn what she’s done? As overwhelming desire builds between them, Shara knows she cannot lie to the one who has captured her, body and soul. Kiril knows he shouldn’t trust this Dark Fae who is slowly learning all his secrets, but as they are drawn closer together, he is unable to resist her…

REVIEW: BURNING DESIRE part 2 finds Kiril still deep in Dark Fae territory. King of Kings leader Con (Constantine) tries desperately to bring Kiril home but Kiril has made a promise to himself to find Rhi. There is also the matter of the Dark Fae female Shara who has been on his mind day and night. With a war on the horizon between the Dark Fae and the Dragon Kings, Kiril is hoping to gather information about who is behind the release of information regarding the Dragons but he finds himself focusing on Shara more than his task. Shara has found Rhi but it may cost her more than she is willing to give.

Part 2 uncovers a little more history about the Dark Fae and their possible connection to the Dragon’s demise. Donna Grant continues her fast paced storyline with a little suspense and mystery, and the possibility that two men are after Shara’s heart but only one will be the keeper of her soul.

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BURNING DESIRE part 3 by Donna Grant

Release Date: September 23, 2014

A DESIRE THIS POWERFUL in his quest to destroy the Dark Fae—his nemesis—the Dragon King known as Kiril goes to Ireland as a spy. When a gorgeous, mysterious woman tries to seduce him, Kiril instantly sees through her glamour to the Dark Fae beneath. Shara isn’t just any Dark; she’s from one of the most powerful bloodlines—and despite the dangers, Kiril can’t stay away from her. He’s enthralled by her smile, enslaved by the undeniable passion…IS A WAR WORTH FIGHTING FOR Shara has one chance to make things right with her family—and to prove her worth. It seemed like such an easy mission…until she actually meets Kiril. His charm, his sexual magnetism is too much for her to ignore. Shara knows that falling into Kiril’s arms can bring her nothing but trouble. Yet she discovers an inner strength she didn’t know she had…and an attraction that knows no bounds. But is her desire for Kiril worth the risk of eternal doom for them both?

REVIEW: BURNING DESIRE Part 3 is another fast paced instalment that moves the story into the hidden Fae realm where Kiril and Phalen begin their search for Rhi. Not only do they encounter what is left of Rhi but Kiril knows that his time is limited as it pertains to Shara’s safety. Shara’s involvement has been discovered and she too is at risk for a tormented future but has she betrayed Kiril and set the Dragon Kings up for capture? As the Dragon Kings begin their search for Kiril, Kiril finds himself caught in the Fae realm with the possibility of no hope for escape.

Part 3 reveals a little more about the relationship between the King of Dragon Kings Constantine and his fellow Kings. Theirs is a relationship built out of respect but one that begins to question Con’s need for revenge against the King of the Silver Dragons.

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BURNING DESIRE Part 4 by Donna Grant

Release Date: September 30, 2014

Burning Desire: Part 4 by Donna Grant concludes. One epic battle and daring escape later, and Kiril is back safe with the Dragon Kings, but the ache he feels for Shara is overwhelming. He could never expect her to leave her family. But Shara was always a Fae full of surprises—and as their love burns brighter and hotter, Kiril knows she is destined to stand beside him through the ages.

REVIEW: BURNING DESIRE part 4 see the culmination of Kiril’s search for Rhi and his desire for Shara. As the Dragon Kings risk their lives looking for Rhi, information about a Dragon King aligning the with Dark Fae has everyone on edge. Has Ulrick regained some of his power or is one of their own siding with the Dark?

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Donna Grant’s BURNING DESIRE is a storyline of betrayal, adventure, romance and love. It is a story about destructive family dynamics, the healing nature of love, and the ongoing war between the Dragon Kings and one of their own. The Dragon Kings have something the Dark Fae want but only Constantine-the King of Kings-knows the truth about the who and what.

A little more about Rhi’s storyline is revealed. We know she has a deeper connection to the Dragon Kings- a love that was shattered thousands of years before-but we are still no closer to the identification the man who broke her heart although the storyline does dance around the possibility.

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Reviewed by Sandy

About the Author

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna Grant is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than forty novels and novellas spanning multiple genres of romance.

She was born and raised in Texas but loves to travel. Her adventures have taken her throughout the United States as well as to Jamaica, Mexico, and Scotland. Growing up on the Texas/Louisiana border, Donna’s Cajun side of the family taught her the “spicy” side of life while her Texas roots gave her two-steppin’ and bareback riding.

Her childhood dream was to become a professional ballet dancer and study under the amazing Mikhail Baryshnikov. Though she never got to meet Baryshnikov, she did make it to New York City and performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Later, Donna’s love of the romance genre and the constant stories running through her head prompted her to sit down and write her first book. Once that book was completed, there was no turning back.

Donna sold her first book in November 2005 while displaced from Hurricane Rita, a storm that destroyed portions of the Texas Gulf Coast. Since then, Donna has sold novels and novellas to both electronic and print publishers. Her books include several complete series such as Druids Glen, The Shields, Royal Chronicles, Sisters of Magic, Dark Sword, Dark Warriors, and her new series, Dark Kings.

Despite the deadlines and her voracious reading, Donna still manages to keep up with her two young children, four cats, three fish, and one long haired Chihuahua. She’s blessed with a proud, supportive husband who loves to read and travel as much as she does.

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Fire Rising (Dark Kings 2: Serial 1-4) by Donna Grant-a review

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Sandy

Fire Rising (Dark Kings 2: Serial 1-4) by Donna Grant-a review

Fire Rising Serial

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Fire Rising Pt 1 FIRE RISING Part 1
(Dark King Series)
by Donna Grant
Genre: adult, contemporary, paranormal, romance, dragons, Fae, Druids
RELEASE DATE: May 13, 2014

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First in an exclusive four-part e-serial by New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant!Sammi’s world has been blown to bits—literally. With her pub up in flames, she escapes to Dreagan, the only place she will be safe. Her plan is to recover quickly and leave quietly. What she doesn’t count on is meeting the dangerously desirable and enigmatic Tristan…Tristan is instantly drawn to the woman seeking refuge at the Manor. Dazzled by her stunning beauty and intrigued by her silence about her past, Tristan knows he will not be able to let this woman go, no matter what the cost. And when Sammi slips away from Dreagan, Tristan is compelled to follow…in Fire Rising: Part 1.

REVIEW: FIRE RISING is the latest four part Dark King paranormal serial from author Donna Grant. The focus of the serial is on the continuing struggle of the Dark Kings (Dragons) with the one time King Ulrik and what now appears to be a possible association with the Dark Fae. The Dark Kings is a spinoff from Donna’s Dark Warrior series which in turn is a spin off from Donna’s Dark Sword series- all set in the Highlands of Scotland. Each novella is approximately 70-75 pages in length.

Part 1 introduces Sammantha (Sammi) who is Jane’s (mated to Dark King Banan) half sister and the potential mate to Tristan. When her best friend and her bar are destroyed in an explosion, Sammi finds herself on the run heading towards the only person she has left-Jane. What Sammi doesn’t know is that she has led Ulrik and the Dark Fae to the Dark Kings front door and for all intents and purpose-another war on the horizon. Centuries ago, Ulrik the Silver Dragon King was betrayed by a woman, and the other Dark Kings took it upon themselves to end her life but in doing so made an enemy of one of their own. This is the continuing battle between the Dark Kings and Ulrik –for revenge.

Because this instalment is only the first part of four, character development and background only hints at what is to come. The world building continues with the inclusion of the previous storyline characters from the Dark King series and the introduction of the potential new mate to another dragon King.

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Fire Rising Pt 2 FIRE RISING Part 2
(A Dark King Novel Serial)
by Donna Grant
Genre: adult, contemporary, paranormal, romance, dragons, Fae, Druids
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date May 20, 2014

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Continue the thrilling adventure with the second installment of Fire Rising by New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant!In Fire Rising: Part 2, it doesn’t take long for Sammi’s enemies to catch up to her. Running for her life in the mountains, she is rescued from a deadly fall by a powerful, alluring dragon. A dragon who, somehow, looks familiar. When she discovers her rescuer is none other than Tristan, Sammi cannot control her desire…Tristan knows he shouldn’t have revealed himself to Sammi, but saving her was more important than anything else. That is, until the mountain reserved for the mates of the Dragon Kings becomes his destination of choice.. Sammi being there feels right, and when his smoldering need for her catches flame, passion consumes them both.

REVIEW: FIRE RISING Part 2 is the second instalment in Donna Grant’s Dark King Novel serial focusing on the Dark Kings (Dragons) and the upcoming battle with one of their own. This is the continuing story of Sammi and Tristan. Donna brings together all three of her series including Dark Sword and Dark Warriors, and finds reunites two brothers in a struggle against good and evil.

Since Tristan’s return (from the dead) two years earlier as the newest Dark King, his memories from a previous life are triggered and there is only one possible reason for their return. Tristan must revisit his past and in doing so will set into motion more questions and concerns about the truth of his existence.

The back history of the Dark Kings is revisited as Tristan’s need for knowledge has him considering the truth about what really happened between Ulrik and the other Kings. But Sammi’s life is still in danger and it is beginning to look like more than one enemy faction has merged to take down the Dark Kings.

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Fire Rising Pt 3 FIRE RISING Part 3
(A Dark Kings Novel Serial)
by Donna Grant
Genre: adult, contemporary, paranormal, romance, dragons, Fae, Druids
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date May 27, 2014

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Excitement and passion ignite in the third serial of Fire Rising by New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant.In Fire Rising: Part 3, Sammi is reeling after discovering that Tristan invaded her mind. Shocked that this is the same man—and dragon—that she trusted her heart and body to, Sammi runs, determined to not look back. But when she stumbles upon a dark secret of Tristan’s that shakes her to the very core, she knows she must forgive him if she is to love him…Tristan wasn’t expecting to come face-to-face with his past when he found Sammi. And with the Dark Fae closing in, he doesn’t have time to do anything other than fight for the one he loves…

REVIEW: FIRE RISING Part 3 is the third instalment in Donna Grant’s paranormal serial novella series focusing on the Dark Kings. This is the continuing story of Sammi and Dark King Tristan as they struggle with their attraction to one another and the impending war between the Dark Fae and one of their own.

In this instalment the Dark Kings,with the help of the Druids and Warriors from the previous series, will put a plan into action that will hopefully put an end to the upcoming battle. Using both Sammi, Tristan and Ian as bait, everything will go wrong when the Dark Fae emerge en masse to take down the Kings and those they love. With Sammi the target of the Dark Fae, Tristan must decide whether to be true to the Kings or join Ulrik in his war against the Dragons.

Donna Grant continues the world building of the Dark Kings. We get another glimpse at the world of the Dark Swords and Dark Warriors as they pull together with the Dark Kings to put an end to Ulrick’s reign of terror. This is a story of where one man realizes that the woman he has been pushing away is the one that has stolen his heart.

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Fire Rising Pt 4 FIRE RISING Part 4
(A Dark Kings Novel serial)
by Donna Grant
Genre: adult, contemporary, paranormal, romance, dragons, Fae, Druids
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date June 3, 2014

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The thrilling conclusion to the stunningly sexy e-series Fire Rising by New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant!When Sammi is captured by the Dark Fae, Tristan’s heart is left shattered. Using every ounce of skill, wit, and brute strength, he must get her back, no matter how high the stakes are. Facing the enemy is a daunting task, but Sammi’s love is worth every risk…in Fire Rising: Part 4.

REVIEW: FIRE RISING part 4 is the fourth and final instalment in Donna Grant’s paranormal romance Dark Kings novella serial. When Sammi is captured by the Dark Fae, Tristan knows that to get back the love of his life, he must offer himself up in exchange-something Ulrik had been planning all along.

Donna Grant pulls the reader into the a life and death struggle where two women –Sammi and the Light Fae female Rhi- will find themselves literally in the dark. Tensions mount as time fast forwards knowing that both women will suffer horrendously at the hands of the Dark Fae. With all of the Dark Kings working together, Sammi will live to see another day but Rhi’s future may not be so bright.

FIRE RISING’S ensemble cast of Dark Kings and Dark Warriors (and Dark Swords) merges the world of three of Donna’s most popular series. We get another look at some of the couples we have grown to love as they work together to save a woman who may or may not be the mate to one of their own. While the Dark King’s rule Scotland and The Dark Fae rule Ireland we will see a centuries old détente begin to crumble as Ulrik seeks the retribution and revenge against the Dark Kings he once called friends. He will never forgive King Constantine for the destruction of the woman he loved-even though-she put the entire species at risk.

Donna reveals the cruel and dangerous workings of the Dark Fae-how they destroy the Light; the evil that has become of a once beloved Fae; and the possibility of losing Rhi to the Dark side. We watch as one of the Dark Kings-Kiril- goes under cover in Ireland to ferret out any insider information that can be used against a most powerful enemy and in doing so sets up the next storyline in the Dark Kings series-BURNING DESIRE.

Donna Grant weaves an intriguing, seductive and compelling story of action, suspense and romance: where the powerful dragon is at risk of losing his heart and his soul; and where the enemy becomes more powerful every day.

FIRE RISING will be released in novel format on June 3, 2014 with all four instalments available together in one book.

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Reviews by Sandy

About the Author

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna Grant is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than forty novels and novellas spanning multiple genres of romance.

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Cover Reveals-June 11, 2013

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Sandy

Cover Reveals-June 11, 2013

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TITLE: Sebastian/Aristide

AUTHOR: Aexandra Ivy/Laura Wright

SERIES: Bayou Heat (#4)

RELEASE DATE: November 2013

Fate Intended 2014

TITLE: Fate Intended

AUTHOR: Elizabeth Seckman

SERIES: N/A

RELEASE DATE: 2014

Claiming His Mate new cover

TITLE: Claiming His Mate (re-release)

AUTHOR: Savannah Stuart (Katie Reus)

SERIES: Crescent Moon

RELEASE DATE: June 2013

Law Man

TITLE: Law Man (new cover)

AUTHOR: Kristen Ashley

SERIES: Dream Man

RELEASE DATE: available

Motorcycle man-new cover

TITLE: Motorcycle Man (new cover)

AUTHOR: Kristen Ashley

SERIES: Dream Man

RELEASE DATE: available

Dark Heat

TITLE: Dark Heat

AUTHOR: Donna Grant

SERIES: Dark Kings (previously released in ebook)

RELEASE DATE: December 2013

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TITLE: Dragon Awakened

AUTHOR: Jaime Rush

SERIES: The Hidden

RELEASE DATE: December 2013

Magic Possessed Jan 2014

TITLE: Magic Possessed

AUTHOR: Jaime Rush

SERIES: The Hidden

RELEASE DATE: January 2014

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TITLE: Waterfell

AUTHOR: Amalie Howard

SERIES: Aquarathi

RELEASE DATE: October 2013

Infinite 2014

TITLE: Infinite

AUTHOR: Jodi Meadows

SERIES: Incarnate

RELEASE DATE: 2014

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TITLE: Reaver

AUTHOR: Larissa Ione

SERIES: Demonica

RELEASE DATE: December 2013

Crash Into You Nov 13

TITLE: Crash Into You

AUTHOR: Katie McGarry

SERIES: Pushing The Limits #3

RELEASE DATE: November 2013

High Risk Love July 13

TITLE: High Risk Love

AUTHOR: Shannon Mayer

SERIES: N/A

RELEASE DATE: July 2013

Wild Justice Oct 2013

TITLE: Wild Justice

AUTHOR: Kelley Armstrong

SERIES: Nadia Stafford #3

RELEASE DATE: October 2013

Wild Things Feb 14

TITLE: Wild Things

AUTHOR: Chloe Neill

SERIES: Chicagoland Vampire

RELEASE DATE: February 2014

COVER REVEALS -April 4, 2013

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Sandy

Cover Reveals-April 4, 2013

Black and blue Oct 2013

TITLE: Black and Blue

AUTHOR: Gena Showalter

SERIES: Otherworld Assassin

RELEASE DATE: October 2013

Through the Zombie Glass

TITLE: Through the Zombie Glass

AUTHOR: Gena Showalter

SERIES: White Rabbit Chronicles

RELEASE DATE: September 2013

ONe Lucky Vampire Sept 2013

TITLE: One Lucky Vampire

AUTHOR: Lynsay Sands

SERIES: Argeneau

RELEASE DATE: September 2013

Terminated Aug 2013

TITLE: Terminated

AUTHOR: Rachel Caine

SERIES: Revivalist

RELEASE DATE: August 2013

Midnight's Promise Oct 2013

TITLE: Midnight’s Promise

AUTHOR: Donna Grant

SERIES: Dark Warriors

RELEASE DATE: October 2013

Kicking It Dec 2013

TITLE: Kicking It

AUTHOR: Rachel Caine/Shannon K Butcher/ Chloe Neil and more

SERIES: Anthology

RELEASE DATE: December 2013

Escaping Reality July 2013

TITLE: Escaping Reality

AUTHOR: Lisa Renee Jones

SERIES: The Secret Life of Amy Bensen

RELEASE DATE: July 2013

TWD-Desserts Apr 30

TITLE: The Winemaker’s Dinner: Desserts

AUTHOR: Dr.Ivan Rusilko

SERIES: The Winemaker’s Dinner

RELEASE DATE: April 2013

Eternal Immortality 2013

TITLE: Eternal Immortality

AUTHOR: K.S.Haigwood/Ella Medler

SERIES: Eternal #2

RELEASE DATE: 2013

The Grove Dec 2013

TITLE: The Grove

AUTHOR: Jean Johnson

SERIES: Guardians of Destiny

RELEASE DATE: December 2013

Black Widow Demon

TITLE: Black Widow Demon

AUTHOR: Paula Altenburg

SERIES: Demon Outlaws

RELEASE DATE: November 2013

Witchstruck Sept 2013

TITLE: Witchstruck (YA)

AUTHOR: Victoria Lamb

SERIES: The Tudor Witch Trilogy

RELEASE DATE: September 2013

Cover Reveals-March 5, 2013

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Sandy

Cover Reveals-March 5, 2013

Zombieglass

TITLE: Through the Zombie Glass

AUTHOR: Gena Showalter

SERIES: White Rabbit Chronicles

RELEASE DATE: September 2013

Rapture's Edge

TITLE: Rapture’s Edge

AUTHOR: J.T. Geissinger

SERIES: Night Prowler

RELEASE DATE: June 2013

Unchosen

TITLE: Unchosen (YA)

AUTHOR: Michele Vail

SERIES: The Reaper Diaries

RELEASE DATE: September 2013

Yours For Eternity

TITLE: Yours For Eternity

AUTHOR: Hannah Howell/Alexandra Ivy/Kaitlin O’Riley

SERIES: Anthology

RELEASE DATE: 2013

The Unwanted

TITLE: The Unwanted

AUTHOR: Shiloh Walker

SERIES: The FBI Psychics

RELEASE DATE: 2013

Autumn Whispers

TITLE: Autumn Whispers

AUTHOR: Yasmine Galenorn

SERIES: Otherworld Series

RELEASE DATE: September 2013

The Fiery Heart nov 2013

TITLE: The Fiery Heart (YA)

AUTHOR: Richelle Mead

SERIES: Bloodlines

RELEASE DATE: November 2013

Born in Chains

TITLE: Born in Chains

AUTHOR: Caris Roane

SERIES: Men in Chains #1

RELEASE DATE: October 2013

Bound in Death Apr 2013

TITLE: Bound in Death

AUTHOR: Cynthia Eden

SERIES: Bound Series

RELEASE DATE: April 2013

Unbound

TITLE: Unbound

AUTHOR: Angela Knight/Jennifer Ashley/Jean Johnson/Hanna Martine

SERIES: Anthology

RELEASE DATE: March 2013

Seal of Honor May 2013

TITLE: Seal of Honor

AUTHOR: Tonya Burrows

SERIES: Hornet Series

RELEASE DATE: May 2013

Fangs for Nothing

TITLE: Fangs for Nothing

AUTHOR: Erin McCarthy/Kathy Love

SERIES: Anthology

RELEASE DATE: July 2013

The Arrivals July 2013

TITLE: The Arrivals (YA)

AUTHOR: Melissa Marr

SERIES: N/A

RELEASE DATE: JULY 2013

Unchained Sept 2013

TITLE: Unchained

AUTHOR: J.Lynn

SERIES: Nephilim Rising

RELEASE DATE: 2013

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TITLE: Midnight’s Temptation

AUTHOR: Donna Grant

SERIES: Dark Warriors

RELEASE DATE: October 2013

A Warrior’s Heart (The Shields #5) by Donna Grant-a review

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Sandy

A WARRIOR’S HEART (The Shields #5) by Donna Grant-a review

A Warrior's Heart

Order Links: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO

ABOUT THE BOOK: Released January 2013

There are those who would love to rid themselves of painful memories, to forget nasty pasts and mistakes. They say its hell to live with those memories. I say its hell to live without them. I have no memories of my past, my friends or family.

I owe my life to the Fae who discovered me bleeding and nearly dead at their doorway. They saved me and offered me a new life, regardless of my past. So I’ve served the Fae and the Shields since that day. My special knowledge of herbs and healing has been needed to save the Shields countless times. They are my brethren, my family, yet I am alone.

No matter where I search or what questions I ask, I discover nothing to open a doorway in my mind of locked memories. Until I catch a glimpse of a woman who seems as familiar to me as breathing.

Gabriel the Hollow

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REVIEW: A WARRIOR’S HEART is the fifth and final instalment in Donna Grant’s The Shield series. The Shield series focuses on a group of ancient warriors, all from different realms and times, hoping to rid the world of The Great Evil. With the help of the Fae, the Shields must locate and gather the Chosen. It is said the Chosen were sent as infants to other realms, to protect them from the evil. And along the way, the five Chosen will meet up with the Shields and their power will bring an end to The Great Evil’s reign. Each warrior had hidden a painful and terrible past only to be confronted with the reality that some things are not as they appear.

Gabriel is the last of the Shields to find his mate, but Gabriel’s past is a mystery. Found near death years before, Gabriel is nursed back to health by the Fae, only to discover his memories are gone and the little that he does remember, are of blood, death and betrayal. But a stranger will arrive at the Castle that tugs at Gabriel’s heart and for some reason she is eerily familiar to the warrior. When his memories finally return, Gabriel knows that his past has finally caught up with him, and retribution and revenge are only a few of the things on her mind.

A WARRIOR’S HEART is a well written, fast paced conclusion to The Shields by Donna Grant. Donna brings together a world of warriors and fae, shapeshifters and demons, omnipotent powers and immortal beings. She mixes a little of the Scottish Highlander with the fantasy of otherworldly beings and pulls the reader into a maelstrom of the power of love. If you like a little bit of fantasy with your Highland warrior The Shield series by Donna Grant is the perfect read.

Reviewed by Sandy

Donna Grant-Interview and Giveaway with the Author

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Sandy

Donna Grant-Interview and Giveaway with the Author

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna Grant is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than forty novels and novellas spanning multiple genres of romance.

FOLLOW Donna Grant: Website / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads

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TRC: Hi Donna and welcome to The Reading Café. Congratulations on the release of your new ROYAL CHRONICLES series-four books releasing over a four-week
period. It is a busy time for you.

We would like to start with some background information. Would you please tell us something about yourself?

Donna: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Donna Grant has been praised for her “totally addictive” and “unique and sensual” stories. She’s the author of more than twenty novels spanning multiple genres of romance. Her latest acclaimed series, Dark Warriors, features a thrilling combination of Druids, primeval gods, and immortal Highlanders who are dark, dangerous, and irresistible. She lives with her husband, two children, a dog, and three cats in Texas.

TRC: Your bio states that you love to travel-where has been you favorite place to travel? If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?

Donna: My favorite places have been Scotland and Maui. I’m heading back to Scotland this summer, but I’d also love to see England, Ireland, France, Greece and sail the Mediterranean sea. Then there’s the Bahamas, Bora Bora, the Virgin Islands (all of them!), and so many more places!

TRC: Many authors face challenges in writing or getting their books to publication. What are some of the difficulties your have faced in your writing career?

Donna: When I first began submitting to agents, they liked my writing, just not *what* I was writing – historical paranormal. They kept saying it was a tough sale. But I didn’t give up and found an agent who loved my writing (which was the difference) and who eagerly submitted my work.

TRC: The ROYAL CHRONICLES is your new series with the first storyline released February 18, 2013. What is the premise behind the series?

Donna: My very first publisher was an ebook publisher and they asked me if I’d be interested in submitting something for an anthology. I’d never written a novella before, but I gave it a shot. Half way through PRINCE OF DESIRE and I knew I wanted to turn this one little novella into a four novella series.

Since I love Scotland and I love fantasy, I combined both. There are many legends and myths in Scotland, so it was easy to image the Fae could magically hide a kingdom where four brothers must leave to find their mates and return with them before an allotted time or the kingdom would vanish forever.

One of my favorite movies is Brigadoon, which is part of the inspiration for the series.

TRC: Would you please give us a little background information of each of THE ROYAL CHRONICLES storylines set to release in the next few weeks?

The Royal Chronicles

Donna:

PRINCE OF DESIRE (Feb 18, 2013) Lucian’s story. He’s the second oldest, and lets desire rule his choices
.99 cents each at : Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO

Click HERE for our review of Prince of Desire and Prince of Seduction

PRINCE OF SEDUCTION (Feb 25, 2013) Elric’s book where he must not only use his skills of seduction, but follow his heart as well.
.99 cents at : Amazon

PRINCE OF LOVE (Mar 4, 2013) Sorin, the youngest prince, defies everything in order to win his mate

PRINCE OF PASSION (Mar 11, 2013) Keiran, the heir to the throne, discovers his fate and what sacrifice means when he follows passion.

Dragonfyre

TRC: How many books do you have planned for the Royal Chronicles series?

Donna: Just the four, however, you’ll see a certain Fae named Aimery in the books who also shows up in the Druids Glen and Shield series. Aimery also has his own book – DRAGONFYRE

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THE SHIELDS
Our Fate is in their hands. Earth is about to be annihilated by creatures spoken of only in myths and legends. The fabled race of the Fae have gathered together a group of warriors highly skilled and trained to defeat these creatures. These men come from different times and realms, giving their lives if necessary, to end the destruction of our world.

The Shields

A Dark Guardian: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO
A Kind of Magic: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO
A Dark Seduction: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO
A Forbidden Temptation: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO
A Warrior’s Heart: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO

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DARK WARRIORS: MIDNIGHT’S KISS novellas
The Dark Warriors series is a continuation of the Dark Sword series and connected to the Dark Kings series.

Dark Warriors

Midnight’s Kiss #1: Amazon / Barnes and Noble
Midnight’s Kiss #2: Amazon / Barnes and Noble
Midnight’s Kiss #3: Amazon / Barnes and Noble
Midnight’s Kiss #4: Amazon / Barnes and Noble

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TRC: MIDNIGHT’S KISS is the fifth storyline (June 2013 release) in your Dark Warriors series. This is Veronica and Arran’s story. Would you please tell us something about the premise?

Amazon / Barnes and Noble

Donna: I fought against Ronnie’s career because I’d just spent an untold amount of time researching and learning all there was about caving for NIGHT’S AWAKENING (Dark King series) and didn’t want to try and learn archeology, but Ronnie was adamant. She had to be an archeologist, so once more I was trying to learn all I could through the internet, books, calling universities and such. It turned out to be a lot of fun, especially since Ronnie’s career plays such a huge role in the book partly because she’s a Druid and uses her magic to find ancient relics. But she digs up more than broken pottery.

Arran wants to go on this mission alone, and its a good thing too since his attraction to Ronnie is instant and overwhelming, but while they fight the inevitable, an unseen foe is getting ready to make his move, threatening everything and everyone Arran holds dear.

TRC: What plans do you have for the DARK KINGS series? A few of your sexy dragons need a storyline!!

Dark Kings

Click HERE for our reviews of the DARK KINGS series by Donna Grant

Darks Kings ebook are available for .99cents each at these ebook retailers:
Dark Craving: Barnes and Noble / Amazon / KOBO
Night’s Awakening: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO
Dawn’s Desire: Amazon / Barnes and Noble / KOBO

Donna: Oh, there will definitely be more DK! The novellas will be combined into a print version, and then the first full-length DK books will release in 2014. But for all those Dragon King lovers out there, be advised that they play a “major” role in the last three DW books! Some morsels of information, clues, and hints will be sprinkled throughout Charon, Phelan, and Malcolm’s books.

TRC: Many authors bounce ideas with family and friends or, other authors. With whom do you bounce ideas and why?

Donna: My husband, though my kids love to get in on the action. My editor is amazing when it comes to that as well. I also turn to my pal and fellow author Lisa Renee Jones who never fails to come up with something if I’m stuck.

TRC: What five things would you like to accomplish in the next ten years?

Donna:
Mark off more places I’d like to visit on my travel list
Be #1 on the NY Times list
Move to Scotland or Maui
Learn to speak French and Italian fluently
Drive the Autobahn in Germany

TRC: You have nine books scheduled for release in 2013. How do you find the time to relax? Then again, what do you do to relax?

Donna: lol. Relax? What’s that? Seriously, my weekends are for my family, so I don’t work on the weekends. All the books releasing in 2013 were written the year before or even longer than that. This year, I’m writing books releasing in 2014 and promoting all the releases for 2013. It gets confusing. lol

I love to interact with my readers, and FaceBook is my place of choice. I also have an amazing group of over 300 members in my street team worldwide who I like to chat with.

TRC: On what are you currently working?

Donna: I’m putting the finishing touches on a historical series that’s being pitched to editors while also writing the synopsis for the first fill length Dark King book to give to my editor. Then its back to finishing Malcolm’s story, the final Dark Warrior book, but don’t worry, the Warriors will play roles in the Dark Kings books.

TRC: Would you like to add anything else?

Donna: Be sure to stop by FB and like my page. I’m always doing contests and posting excerpts for upcoming books!

LIGHTNING ROUND

Favorite Food: Italian

Favorite Dessert: Cheescake (plain)

Favorite TV Show: Spartacus

Favorite Movie: Love Actually

Last Movie You Saw: The Hobbit

Dark or Milk Chocolate: neither – I’m allergic

Last Vacation Destination: Maui

Favorite Flower: Tulips

Do you have any pets? 4 cats and a long-haired Chihuahua

TRC: Thank you Donna for taking the time to answer our questions. Congratulations on your new release. We wish you all the best in your writing career.

Donna: Thanks so much!

Giveaway-Purple:Black

Donna is offering a SIGNED PRINT COPY of MIDNIGHT’S WARRIOR to one lucky member at The Reading Cafe.

1. Please register using the log-in at the top of the page or one of the social log-ins.

2. If you are using a social log-in, please post your email address along with your comment.

3. Giveaway open Internationally.

4. Giveaway runs from February 25-28, 2013

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