A new year ends on my last book read in 2013! If you’re
interested in what my favorites were for the year, check yesterday’s post or
click
HERE. Here’s what I read during the week:
Dec 27: “The Circle: Blood Gift” by
Amy Lee Burgess. This is
an urban fantasy (with romantic elements), the first in a series. Blurb from
Goodreads:
When
Claire became a vampire, she hoped she could forget her abusive past. But her
mentor, the sexy, perfect Parker destroys her dreams of a new start. Soon,
Claire devotes her newfound psychic powers to helping abused women. Drawn to
the mysterious and handsome Andre, another master in the London Circle and Parker's archrival,
Claire enters into a passionate clandestine affair which causes her powers to
ramp out of control. Wild, sensual sex morphs into something deeper and, for
Claire, terrifying. Andre soon discovers her abilities and realizes he is her
trigger--the one vampire in the world who can help her control her spiraling
powers. Bonding with him requires Claire to trust and accept his love, two
things she cannot bring herself to do. The gift of love is something her past
won't allow her to accept. Even so, Andre will have to reach her in time to
save her life or stake her when her powers drive her insane. I wanted to finish this book the night before
I had, but I couldn’t SEE no less READ. This is an emotional book and I cried
numerous times, that’s how much I felt for Claire. I just wish the book could
have been in third person, though. I really wanted to know more about Andre
from Andre’s head! And because it’s in first person, I can’t call it a romance,
but it’s really close to being one. A wonderful vampire tale, though. I gave
this book 4 stars on Goodreads.
I’m guessing most of you did NOT party last night. But have
you EVER partied on New Year’s Eve? The husband and I tried it once and
realized it just wasn’t our thing. Playing games (card or otherwise) with
friends is so much better! Plus, I’m able to watch the Rose Parade and football
games without a hangover.
Happy reading!
Stacy
Dec 27: “The Circle: Blood Gift” by Amy Lee Burgess. This is
an urban fantasy (with romantic elements), the first in a series. Blurb from
Goodreads: When
Claire became a vampire, she hoped she could forget her abusive past. But her
mentor, the sexy, perfect Parker destroys her dreams of a new start. Soon,
Claire devotes her newfound psychic powers to helping abused women. Drawn to
the mysterious and handsome Andre, another master in the 
9 comments:
We used to party but it became such a slog to come home in the middle of the night.
I much prefer our other tradition of fixing up a big tray of appetizers, fried shrimp, and bubbly.
Maria - I'm not crazy about driving home after midnight, either, but our friend's bed isn't the most comfortable and the weather cooperated, so we drove home. Actually, the freeway was nice and quiet and we encounted no problems. Yay! The problems will come tonight - with the snow. Good thing I'm not going anywhere! :)
Happy New Year!
Same to you, Mac! Guess I don't have to tell YOU to keep warm, huh? :)
I tried to have a swanky party one year with a theme of champagne and candlelight, but my friends did not get the memo and came casually and brought chips. Oh well. Now we have kids and go to a family potluck. We did all stay up to midnight though.
Happy New Year.
Erin - I don't think I'd know HOW to do swanky! Haha! :)
However, back in the days when we brought the kids to our friend's house, they'd get pizza while she cooked us the good stuff. Except for the one year where it wasn't so good. We raided the kids' pizza that year! Ahhh... Good times!!
Hey Stacy,
I'm with you on the quiet New Year's Eve. Hope 2014 is the best yet.
Happy New Year! I'm glad you enjoyed Blood Gift.
Sandra - So far 2014 is looking great. Enjoy your grandbabies!!!
Amy - To tell you the truth, I'm glad I enjoyed it too! I always get nervous when I kind of know the author!!
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