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Defined by magic. Ruled by desire.
In the Court of Edaeii, magic-imbued Evangeline is rewarded for her gift in manipulating emotion with a sapphire stone set into the perfect curve of her lower back. Her greatest rival in the royal court is the enigmatic Anatol, instilled with the power of illusion. He may better her in magic, but he is her absolute equal in passion.
They share something else—they’re both targets of low-born revolutionaries bent on overthrowing the palace of the privileged few. Rescued from the mobs by Gregorio, the brilliant revolutionary mastermind, they’re given sanctuary. But in this warm refuge, Evangeline soon finds herself torn between the magic of one man she has always desired, and the excitingly new and radical moves of another. For her, there is only one choice.
Evangeline, Anatol and Gregorio come together as one to explore the possibilities of love beyond reason, and to indulge in pleasure without limits.
THIS NOVEL HAS A RELEASE DATE OF NOVEMBER 2nd. This contest is for an early copy of the book. Want a shot at winning it? Reply to the following question and don’t forget to check back tomorrow to see if you’ve won.
What books are you looking forward to this winter? Anything in particular?
Excerpt from JEWELED
She stood and he did as well. Smiling a little, she inclined her head. “Good night, Gregorio.” Then she moved toward the door.
“Evangeline?”
She turned back to him.
“Do you like me even a little?”
Her smile faded. The problem was that she liked him a lot. She wasn’t sure, exactly, why that was a problem for her, since Anatol didn’t seem to think it was one. “I do like you, Gregorio.”
“Do you still blame me for the deaths of your friends?”
She studied him for a long moment. “No. You were easy to blame in the beginning, but the matter is far more complicated. I see that now.”
“I’m glad.”
She turned to leave again, but he caught her gently by the arm and turned her toward him again. He had a hard, hungry expression on his face and it made her stomach do a warm flip. She knew that expression.
Reaching out with her magick, she tasted his emotions and found undeniable desire. Her body responded to it like a flame to kindling. “Gregorio?” His name came out almost devoid of breath.
Suddenly she saw where this was going. She wasn’t sure she could stop him from initiating it–she wasn’t sure she wanted to stop him.
He pushed her backward step by step, until he was pressing her up against the wall behind them, the strategia game board long forgotten.
This was not a game.
“Don’t do this,” she whispered.
“Do what? I won’t hurt you, Evangeline. Nothing in the world could ever make me do anything to hurt you.” The firelight lit half his face and left the other half in darkness. His breath was warm and sweet on her face, his callused grip strong.
“I know,” she breathed out in a sigh.
“I’m glad.”
Gregorio’s lips skimmed her cheek and her fingers curled into the fabric of his shirt. Her breathing hitched in her throat and her heart beat faster. Her body reacted, growing warm and wet, her nipples going hard. She had strong feelings for Anatol and she wanted to be able to use them to push Gregorio away. Yet, there was a ragged emotional wound somewhere deep inside her that seemed to need what Gregorio was offering her.
His hands were rougher and stronger than Anatol’s, and his touch made her shudder with desire. He took her hands and pinned them above her head. Her wrists were so thin and his hands were so big, he only needed one to immobilize her.
“Do you want me?” His low voice rumbled through him as he limned her jawline with his mouth. “Tell me to stop, Evangeline. Tell me stop and I will.”
She wished she could, but she yearned for his touch and for his kisses.
And so when he bunched her skirt up and slid his hand beneath the hem, she didn’t stop him. He found the edge of her panties and pushed them to fall at her ankles….
I’m looking forward to quite a few books, but especially this one. It sounds really interesting and i can’t wait to read it.
by Kate C August 26th, 2010 at 5:40 amoh wow, the book looks gorgeous!!!
I’m looking forward to Four Play by Shayla Black 🙂 and many others – my wishlist is endless *g*
by Ina S. August 26th, 2010 at 5:44 amI’m into several series but there are only four books that I’m really looking forward to: Rachel Vincent’s “Alpha”, Nicole Peeler’s “Tempest Legacy” and both of your books. Can’t wait to read “Cruel Enchantment”. Come on September 7th!
by Melanie August 26th, 2010 at 5:47 amThe Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
by Cecile August 26th, 2010 at 6:13 amForbidden Pleasures by Amanda McIntyre
Vampire Trinity by Joey W Hill
Cracklin Rose by Lissa Matthews
Coming Undone by Lauren Dane!!!
To just name a few!!!! Woohoo come on months… I want some books!
Thanks for this chance!
alliwantandmroebooks@ gmail.com
There are quite a few books I’m looking forward to this fall/winter –
*Eternal Flame by Cynthia Eden
by Anna Shah Hoque August 26th, 2010 at 6:29 am*River of Need by Shayla Kersten
*Explosive by Beth Kery
*Four Play by Maya Banks/Shayla Black
*Senseless by Mary Burton
I’m looking forward to No Mercy by Kenyon, Demon from the Dark by Cole, Iron Duke by Brook, and Play of Passion by Singh.
by Marlene Breakfield August 26th, 2010 at 6:41 amno mercy by sherrilyn kenyon
by REGINA ROSS August 26th, 2010 at 6:59 amcoming undone by lauren dane
the darkest hour by maya banks
four play by maya banks/shayla black
jeweled by anya bast
Hmm…besides yours of course! 😀 These are a few of the books that I’m looking forward to.
-Crave by J.R. Ward
by Rae M. August 26th, 2010 at 7:05 am-Ghost Town by Rachel Caine
-Bayou Moon by Ilona Andrews
-Tempest’s Legacy by Nicole Peeler
-Real Vampires Have More to Love by Gerry Bartlett
I am looking forward to
Jeweled and Cruel Enchantment
Bayou Moon by Ilona Andrews
Masques and Wolfsbane by Patricia Briggs
Play of Passion by Nalini Singh
Last Sacrifice by Richelle Mead
and this is just a few.
by Stephanie McCarthy August 26th, 2010 at 7:09 amGreat excerpt.Can’t wait to read the rest.
I’m looking forward to quite a few books coming out. A few are
by elaing8 August 26th, 2010 at 7:25 amFour Play – Maya Banks
The Perfect Play-Jaci Burton
Inside Out-Lauren Dane
Cruel Enchantment and Jeweled
Last Sacrifice Richelle Mead
This, and Ann Aguirre’s Killbox. Sarah Mayberry has a title or two coming soon, and she’s an autobuy, too!
by Fedora August 26th, 2010 at 7:26 amHmmm, let me pull out the old spreadsheet and see…if winter includes November(to January) on my wish list:
Nalini Singh – Play of Passion & Archangel’s Consort
by kylie August 26th, 2010 at 7:30 amMarjorie Liu – In Dark of Dreams
Karen Moning – Shadowfever
Eileen Wilks – Blood Challenge
Play of Passion by Nalini Singh,
by INCiDeNT (Kayleigh) August 26th, 2010 at 7:46 amHaunted by Your Touch by Jeaniene Frost, Shayla Black and Sharie Kohler.
In Dreams Begin by Skyler White,
Poison Kissed by Erica Hayes,
Ecstasy In Darkness by Gena Showalter amongst others as well. It isn’t enough to just admire their shiny looks any more. 😉
In the Flesh by Livia Dare
by Tamsyn T August 26th, 2010 at 8:06 amBlack Destiny by Juliana Stone
Dark Moon by Lori Handeland
No Mercy by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Demon From The Dark by Kresley Cole
Jeweled by Anya Bast
and many more! :o)
I have so many authors that I love and am always on the look out for their next book, a couple are:
Terry Prachett who has one out before Christmas and;
Meljean Brook the Iron Duke.
Valerie
by Valerie August 26th, 2010 at 8:52 amvalb0302@yahoo.com
in Germany
Anything by Christine Feehan but especially Sea Storm.
by Lexee August 26th, 2010 at 9:32 amThe one book I cannot wait to get my hands on is Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning! The last book ended in such a cliff-hanger, it was horrible!
by Casey August 26th, 2010 at 9:39 amon top of my wishlist is Play of Passion by Nalini Singh and Bond with me by Anne Marsh but it seems Bwm will not be released yet *sigh*
by Christina August 26th, 2010 at 9:45 amShadowfever by Karen Moning
No Mercy by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Four Play by Maya Banks
Cruel Enchantment and Jeweled by yours truly 🙂
Looks like we’re all wanting some of the same books
by catslady August 26th, 2010 at 10:40 amWhat am I looking forward to reading…any and all romance I can get my hands on… love when the authors I enjoy reading have new releases, but I also look to get my hands on new to me to try too! Adding a few to my lovely list from the great choices above!
by Colleen August 26th, 2010 at 10:49 amActually this one is on my list already 😀
As are:
Seduce Me in Shadows by Shayla Black
No Mercy by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Sin Undone by Larissa Ione
Play of Passion by nalini Singh
Cryoburn by Lois Bujold McMasters
Bitten in two by Jennifer Rardin
Heaven’s Spite by Lilith Saintcrow
Intrigues by Mercedes Lackey
Mmmm looks like I need to win the lotto 😀
by Ilona August 26th, 2010 at 11:15 amKillbox – Ann Aguirre
by Samantha August 26th, 2010 at 11:20 amThe Iron Palace – Morgan Howell
Blood Challenge – Eileen Wilks
I’m looking forward to Pride and Pleasure by Sylvia Day. Now that sounds like a fun P & P remake!
by Janel August 26th, 2010 at 11:38 amHmmm… There are sooo many good ones that I can’t really decide on just one!!!
-Brandy
by Brandy B August 26th, 2010 at 11:58 ambrandyzbooks@yahoo.com
great question… like all book lovers the moment I leave the book store, bag in hand, I think to myself That I just Can’t wait till the next book on my list releases… but the big ones this winter for me are,
by casey legg August 26th, 2010 at 12:10 pmShadowFever-Karen Marie Moning
Jeweled-Anya Bast
Devil at Midnight-Emma Holly
Embrace me at Dawn-Shayla Black
Immortal Champion-Lisa Hendrix
Vampires not Invited-Cheyenne McCray
No Mercy-Sherrilyn Kenyon
by CrystalGB August 26th, 2010 at 1:17 pmArchangel’s Consort-Nalini Singh
Alpha-Rachel Vincent
I’m always looking forward to a way too large number of books. I’ll cut it down to my have to haves for November/December/January:
Firewalker by Allyson James
by Sara M August 26th, 2010 at 1:20 pmAfterlight by Elle Jasper
In Dreams Begin by Skyler White
Bone Gods by Caitlin Kittredge
Last Sacrifice by Richelle Mead
Tempestuous by Leslie Livingston
The Lost Saint by Bree Despain
Hellforged by Nancy Holzner
Killing Rocks by D.D. Barant
My Soul to Steal by Rachel Vincent
Razorland by Ann Aguirre
My wishlist is quite long, but here are a few:
by Devon August 26th, 2010 at 1:24 pmRiver Marked – Patricia Briggs
Nalini Singh – Archangel’s Consort
Inside Out – Lauren Dane
Sin Undone – Larissa Ione
Mona Lisa Eclipsing – Sunny
Crave – J.R. Ward
Dark Viking – Sandra Hill
Cruel Enchantment and Jeweled – of course
I am looking forward to a lot of books this coming winter. I am really looking forward to Crave by JR Ward and No Mercy by Sherrilyn Kenyon.
by Danielle Gorman August 26th, 2010 at 1:28 pmDefinitely I’m looking forward to Jeweled! Also on my list is Four Play and No Place to Run by Maya Banks, Renegade and Styx’s Storm by Lora Leigh, and several Christmas anthologies that I can’t remember the titles to. One has JIll Shalvis in it.
by Lisa Freeman August 26th, 2010 at 1:46 pmI guess it’s not surprising that so many of us all read and enjoy the same authors.
To add to the already amazing list:
Styx’s Storm by Lora Leigh
by Cathy M August 26th, 2010 at 1:47 pmBlood Trinity by Sherrilyn Kenyon and Dianne Love
Tucker’s Claim by Sarah McCarty
I read the excerpt of Jeweled in the newsletter and am really looking forward to it. Mostly though I don’t pay attention to when they come out because I tend to forget about them until I see them for sale.
by Ashley L August 26th, 2010 at 2:10 pmI’m looking forward to the new House of Night, and the new Mortal Instruments books. It seems that they just don’t come out quick enough!
by Tami August 26th, 2010 at 2:21 pmI’m looking forward to Play of Passion by Nalini Singh and Styx’s Storm by Lora Leigh.
by Jeanette Juan August 26th, 2010 at 2:24 pmhonestly i dont know what one sim waiting for have a long list of books in my to be read pilebut
i cant wait for
Sin undone
My Soul to Steal
by Beverly G August 26th, 2010 at 2:42 pmbut honestly i love books so if i see a new one or read a blurb of a new one it gets added to my wishlist
Crave by J.R. Ward
by Tracey D August 26th, 2010 at 2:53 pmI literally have boxes of books I still have yet to read–enough to last me a couple of years, at least, probably. But that doesn’t keep me from wanting all the good ones that continue to keep coming out! I’ve stopped keeping a close eye on what’s coming out to try and curb my buying a little bit, but one thing that new comic book (graphic novel) by Diana Gabaldon coming soon sure sounds good!
by Vicki in Canada August 26th, 2010 at 3:04 pmYou asked for this:
by Diane Sadler August 26th, 2010 at 3:15 pmJD Robb’s Indulgence in Death
Jayne Ann Krentz’s In too Deep
Cynthia Eden’s Eternal Flame
Terry Spear’s Wolf Fever
Nalini Singh’s Play of Passion
Sarah Mccarty’s Reaper’s Justice
And that’s just a few.
Havent really looked, due to studying for my masters
by Heidi August 26th, 2010 at 3:23 pmDavid Balducci has a new book coming out this winter and I’m looking forwardto it.
by Joanne Schultz August 26th, 2010 at 3:51 pmThanks for the giveaway!
There are so many books coming out this fall that I’ve hardly started thinking of the ones I want this winter. Besides now adding Jewel to my list..
Christine Warren’s Prince Charming Doesn’t Live Here.
Jackelyn Frank’s Drink of Me.
And also Karen Marie Moning, Patricia Briggs, Jaci Burton and a few the others listed in all these posts. Need to take a months holiday at Christmas just to read them all.
by Larenda August 26th, 2010 at 4:27 pmI’m excited about so many, i think i would be on here forever typing them all up 🙂 hehe
by Jenna Rysanek August 26th, 2010 at 5:33 pmThe number one book I am looking forward to this winter is Nalini Singh’s Play of Passion – the 9th book in her psy/changling series.
by Twimom227 August 26th, 2010 at 5:42 pmI love these posts with all the comments. It is the best place to find new authors I have not tried. I really enjoy short stories so I guess I would have to say Four Play. Plus all the rest listed above.
by Rory g August 26th, 2010 at 5:44 pmI really need to win the lottery. (is it bad I think in terms of all the books I can buy instead of things like food, clothing when dreaming of the lottery? )
by shartyrant August 26th, 2010 at 7:36 pmOverall, the one I am most looking forward to is I Shall Wear Midnight by Terry Pratchett (young adult discworld series that I adore featuring the young witch Tiffany Aching)
Others on the list are:
Bayou Moon by Ilona Andrews (loved the first book)
Ghost Town by Rachel Caine
In Dreams Begin by Skyler White,
Razorland by Ann Aguirre
Styx’s Storm by Lora Leigh
Nalini Singh’s Play of Passion (psy/Changeling series which rocks)
And last, but not least: Cruel Enchantment by Anya Bast and Jeweled by Anya Bast.
(the last two should be a given since I am stalking the website/blog according to The Husband..sigh).
These are a few of the books I am waiting for this winter:
Love Me to Death: The Seven Deadly Sins
Allison Brennan (Who wouldn’t read about the Seven Deadly Sins?)
Blood Spells: A Novel of the Nightkeepers
Jessica Andersen (This series is in real time to Aztec Calender ending on December 21, 2012. It would be ironic if the world does encounter the “end of the world” situation on that day.)
The book I was really looking for to is Mercy Burns by Keri Arthur. I found out the book won’t be released for this December. It will be released in September 2011. BUMMMER!!! What can I say. I’m very partial to dragons.
by Kai W. August 26th, 2010 at 7:36 pmI love that cover!! The few books I am really looking forward to are:
by MinnChica August 26th, 2010 at 8:24 pmBayou Moon by Ilona Andrews
The Iron Duke by Meljean Brook
Play for Passion by Nalini Singh
Alien Tango by Gini Koch
I am looking forward to a holiday anthology that has Cynthia Eden in it. And there are a great many others – holiday themed and not holiday themed.
by Larena Wirum August 26th, 2010 at 8:35 pmShadowfever Karen Marie Moning
by alba August 26th, 2010 at 8:56 pmCrave JR Ward,
No Mercy Sherrilyn Kenyon.
My list is endless but those are what came to mind right away…..
have a good one.
alba47@gmail.com
Anything by JR Ward!
by Becky Jean August 26th, 2010 at 9:27 pmThere are too many to name but one I’m really waiting for is Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning. Cliffhangers just drive me insane.
by Lisa F. August 26th, 2010 at 9:29 pmI am waiting for new stories from Vivian Arend, Nalini Singh, and Jory Strong.
by Lindsey Ekland August 27th, 2010 at 2:51 am