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Wednesday, January 8, 2014

VBT: SPOTLIGHT/ REVIEW & GIVEAWAY- TAMED BY THE FIRE BY MAXINE MANSFIELD


TAMED BY THE FIRE
BY
MAXINE MANSFIELD













BLURB:

Kitrina Dragonheart is a hunted woman, but the last thing the savvy rogue wants is to partner in a quest with the arrogant but oh-so-sexy prince who deflowered her. But when the threat extends to her legacy and her loved ones, she has no choice but to accept his skills as an extraordinary warrior. Now if she can just get past the distraction of his touch.

Barbarian Zander Hammerstrike vowed to protect Kit with his life. But who's going to protect Zander from the sensually sassy human? She's playing havoc on his sanity—as well as his libido—and she's on the verge of stealing his heart...again. He can't let that happen. As future ruler of Alaria, Zander must take a barbarian wife to keep the bloodline pure, and Kit being human...

Destined from birth to follow different paths, their love seems impossible, but does the Dragon Heart Opal have other plans in store for the pair?



REVIEW:
 
Tamed By The Fire

Ms. Mansfield has done it again! She has written another book that had me on the edge of my seat, and laughing out loud. Once again this story had it all, barbarians, gnomes, dragons, shape shifters, and magic.
 

Tamed by the Fire was action packed, full of fun, and exciting. There was a wonderfully varied cast of characters that kept the story worth while. Kit and Zander were great together. I was a little frustrated in the beginning, not knowing what was going to happen with the Main characters due to a misunderstanding. I was seriously considering putting the book down, but I persevered and was happy with the end results. 

The story flowed very well, the plot was intriguing and kept me glued to the pages. The characters well developed, and they endear themselves to you. The sexual scenes were hot, hilarious, and fun to read. The author certainly knows how to spin a sex scene in some weird and creative ways. Very much worth the read. 

This series just gets better and better. I have to say that these books are up there in the top of my favorite fantasy reads. 

Oh, and the Gnomes once again steal the show! 

If you love fantasy novels filled with humor, engaging main characters, and hot sex. I recommend this book to you. 

5 STARS 

*I was given this book in exchange for a honest review. My opinions are my own.*



EXCERPT:

A girl’s deflowering is a once-in-a-lifetime event…

He didn’t say a word as they walked from the great room or even as they made their way down the long hall. Not a “hi, how are you?” Not a “how have you been?” Not even an “I’ve always been attracted to you, and I’m looking forward to doing this.” Nothing but silence.

When the door of her chamber clicked closed behind them, shutting them all alone from the rest of the world, Kitrina jumped at the sound of the bolt tumbling into place. She searched for something clever to say. Where was the speech she’d prepared just yesterday? The witty words meant to assure Zander that she was a woman full grown, sophisticated even? Words meant to put them both at ease?

They were gone, completely gone, and her mind totally blank.

Well, perhaps not totally blank. Even though she no longer faced him, she could still hear the depth of his breathing and in her mind still see the ripple of his muscles, the intensity of his gaze, the nearness of his lips. She gulped.

When his hands lifted her hair away and his fingers grazed the skin at the back of her neck, heat infused her from head to toe, and though certainly not cold, she shivered.

“Easy, my lady. Relax, all will be well. You shall see.”

The closure of her gown suddenly gave way, and with a whoosh, the gossamer green material pooled about her feet. Kit stepped out of it, took a deep breath to steady herself, then turned to face him. The appreciation for what he saw reflected back to her from his heated gaze and bolstered her shaky nerves as nothing else on Albrath could have. Though his breathing appeared steady, his lips parted and his nostrils slightly flared.

Kitrina reached out and undid the clasp holding his kilt together. There was no mistaking his attraction to her as the plaid fell to the floor. 

AUTHOR BIO


Hi, my name is Maxine Mansfield, and I write fantasy, erotic romances. I live in the far northern state of Alaska where the summer days are long and the winter nights even longer. I have one very special man, his three equally special children, and our six delightful grandchildren in my life. Not to mention a very bossy African Grey parrot named Gabriel. Oh, and Gnomes! Many, many Gnomes!

Visit Maxine at  www.maxinemansfield.com
 
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013

VBT: REVIEW & GIVEAWAY - TAKEN BY THE PASSION BY MAXINE MANSFIELD

TAKEN BY THE PASSION
*BY*
*MAXINE MANSFIELD*












BLURB:

Lizbeth wasn't given a choice whom to marry. She'd been betrothed to the, stubborn, arrogant, egotistical, Adan Hammerstrike, barbarian prince, heir to the throne of Alaria, and...and...murderer, since the day she'd been born. But, did that mean she wasn't entitled to follow her own dreams? Especially if those dreams could keep those she cared for safe? And so what if Adan had grown from the troll of a little boy he'd been into a ridiculously handsome, sexy man. Her heart could resist him, couldn't it?

The last thing on Albrath, Adan ever wanted was to be saddled for all of eternity to the screeching, boring, lackluster, Lizbeth Soulenticer. Though her beauty's beyond compare, there are only so many turns of the hourglass in a night to enjoy it. The rest of the unbearable time, he'll be forced to contend with her silly, hero worship, and her stupid pet choices. But, Adan is a man bound by duty and honor, and he will do what he must, even though he longs for a mate who will challenge him in bed and out. Not that he'll give her his heart, mind you, at least not until they both find themselves Taken by the Passion.



REVIEW:

Taken by the Passion
The Academy Series

This book was a cute, fun, and creative read. Taken by the Passion had everything, Dragons, gnomes, elves, and trolls. Add a sexy prince desperate, and determined to have his wife see him for the man he has become. You have one of the best fantasy romance novels I have ever read.

I giggled my way through this book. The writing is excellent, and unexpected. This is the first book I have read by Maxine Mansfield, and I will definitely be picking up her other books in this series. The woman knows how to write.

The heroine Lizbeth is sassy, brave, and totally owned her role in this story. In the beginning I didn't think she was as strong as she turned out to be. Adan was sexy, passionate, determined, and absolutely believed in what he wanted with Lizbeth.

The relationship was fun, complex, and engaging. The sexual tension was just right, and the many erotic scenes were sizzling hot, and fit in with the story just right. I understand this book is part of a series, but it truly stands alone. I am anxious to read the other books, now that I have read this one.

The secondary characters were fun as well, and they truly define friendship. And I have to say, the Gnomes were hilarious! They gave me plenty of laugh out loud moments.

This was a thoroughly satisfying read, and the ending was just perfect.

5 STARS / 5



Excerpt:

He held out a hand toward her. "Spend this one night with me, Lizbeth, and  if you still feel the same in  the morning, we'll talk about you possibly going to the Academy and taking a few classes now and  then. After all, how would it look to my family and friends if my brand new wife took off before the sun rises on her wedding night? I have appearances to uphold, we both do."

Lizbeth sizzled with anger. "I don't like you, remember? I couldn't care less how this looks to anybody, and...and...and, I won't spend this night or any other with you, until I have to, even on a bet."

Adan grinned. "Really? Not even on a bet? What if a bet was to get you exactly what you say you want most? A life of your own without a moment's interference from me until the day I do become king?"

Lizbeth shook her head and turned to leave, yet Adan's next words not only stopped her forward motion but had her turning and facing him once more.

"I never took you for a coward, Lizbeth, guess I was wrong. You say you know me better than I know myself. I say prove it, Lizard. If you can manage to answer ten...no make that five questions about me correctly, you win."

His grin grew even bigger. "And if you win, not only will I escort you to the front gate and wave you through the portal on your way to the Academy, I'll be happy to inform my family and friends that you're leaving me. That you find a dusty, old institution more sexually appealing than you do your own husband, and rightly so."

The grin disappeared from his face. "But, if you don't answer all of the questions correctly, you'll spend this one night, this entire night, willingly in my bed, in my arms, as my wife, in every sense of the word. Deal?"

He held out his hand again, and Lizbeth stared at it. Her fingers itched with the temptation to take him up on his offer. A life without interference or being under Adan's thumb, even for a short while, was more than a little tempting. Could she trust him, though? Lizbeth hesitated, weighing her options. Other than being a bunny killer, Adan Hammerstrike was
known far and wide for his word. Once he gave it, he never took it back. She'd spent the majority of every day, for as long as she could remember, learning everything there was to know about the arrogant barbarian prince. She couldn't lose, and this was an opportunity she couldn't afford to pass up.

Lizbeth smiled as she shook his hand. "Deal."



 GIVEAWAY DETAILS


Maxine will be awarding a $25 Amazon or Barnes & Noble GC (winner's choice) to a randomly drawn commenter during the tour.

FOLLOW the tour and comment; the more YOU comment, the better YOUR chances of winning. The tour dates can be found here: 


ABOUT THE AUTHOR




 Hi, my name is Maxine Mansfield and I write romantic fantasy. I live in the far northern state of Alaska where the summer days are long and the winter nights even longer.  I have one very special man, our three equally special children, and six delightful grandchildren in my life. Not to mention a very bossy African Grey parrot named Gabriel.
Oh, and Gnomes! many, many gnomes.

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