REVIEW - Fanged Love - Bite me, baby!

Date read: 28th October 2020

My rating: 4*
Genre I reckon: Vampire Romcom

Buy link: Amazon 

Follow the authors: Mimi Jean Pamfiloff and Kylie Gilmore

Mimi has been a one-click author of mine for a while now - I just love her wit mixed with hotness! 

Her books always take over my life and this was no exception. Teaming up with Kylie Gilmore seems a match made in...well, maybe we shouldn't go there, but it works well.

Coming up to Halloween, I just had to read this one. Also, I knew Mimi would help cheer me up. 

A vineyard, an ancient vampire who just woke up from a 500 year nap - what could go wrong?

Ah, wine and vampires! 

Boz, as you'd expect of someone of his age and standing, is an arrogant a*hole. It's not his fault he's a rich, sexy, well-endowed, powerful vampire, after all. But scratch the surface and you'll find his heart's in the right place. Hm, or at least his honour is. A vampire and a gentleman! 

Poor Neli, his major dodo, dorko...no, domo... has her work cut out for her, trying to modernise this egomaniac!

Stella, the girl next door is sweet, sassy, savvy and... smitten! Fine. It's not quite love at first sight, but that first sight did include a view of his upstanding member, so there's that ;-) 

I was chuckling my way through the whole book - puns, confusion (*sniggers* technologenie), cheesy jokes; it's all fun. I love the vampire masters names btw - nice touch! 

But hugging this funny bone is a good dollop of slow-build steam. 

A great sexy, funny, vampire romcom! 

Always in love and light,

TL

REVIEW - The Boy in the Burgundy Hood - spooky goings on

 

Date read: 22nd October 2020

My rating: 4*

Genre I reckon: Ghost Story

Buy link: Amazon 

Follow the author: Steve Griffin 

This is an original ghost story - a breath of fresh air. I love how the protagonist isn't scared of ghosts. And I really like that there's at least one modern ghost despite the beautiful, historical setting of a medieval manor house. 

As someone who enjoys snooping around National Trust properties, I adored being taken around Bramley Manor. The place has a lot of history - some of which has come back to bite it in the bum! 

Alice lands the job of her dreams - helping ready a property so it can be opened to the public. But what secrets do the ghosts hold? What are they trying to tell her? And how does an ancient Roman sect fit into all this? 

This is a gentle ghost story which also manages to build tension, especially near the end. 

Not scary but creepy and gripping.

A fab read! 

Always in love and light,

TL

BOOK NEWS - My Vow of Ink

 ☆*´*☆ MY VOW OF INK ☆*´*☆

What better way of celebrating books than with ink, right?

Especially considering Rabbie (the little fella on the cover of my book, Love Gaia) was designed for me by TattooTribes.com

*So, here's my official pledge...*

When 'Love Gaia - The Diary Directive' has sold 5,000 copies I will get an actual tattoo of Rabbie.

It will be my first ever tattoo

(photo is a mockup of what it may well look like)

Book link: https://books2read.com/LoveGaia

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

First the bees died out. Then the fighting started.

In a far off future, Aroha lives a simple, tranquil life in New Zealand. Yet how her village came to exist is anything but peaceful.

Approaching adulthood, Aroha and her classmates undergo a rite of passage.
To safeguard their future, they must learn lessons from their past. Studying the diary left behind by their founder, Dr. Rachel Rose, uncomfortable truths are revealed.

A diary written as the world descended into nuclear war fuelled by famine.

The life Dr. Rachel loved was annihilated in 2069. She was a successful oncologist from Liverpool with a thriving family. She did not choose her fate.

Thrown into a life controlled by a faceless authoritarian regime, all hope got driven away… until one guard showed a glimmer of compassion in his eyes.
Things sure can get steamy underground!

Can love win over hate? Maybe ‘Honesty, Respect, Fortitude’ will build a better future.

Grab your copy now of this uniquely captivating cli-fi romance which tells of both a dystopia and utopia.


NB Mature content
The events in this book are supposed to be fictional

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REVIEWS

“One action-packed landslide!” 5

“A story that is both heart-breaking and heart-warming” 5

“This story was full of action, romance, mystery and emotion. A must read.” 5

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The cost of the ebook is just $3.99 or £2.99 - the price of a cup of coffee.

It is available FREE in Kindle Unlimited - but if you get it this way please read it as it doesn't show in my sales data until you do, so can't count towards my vow until then.

https://books2read.com/LoveGaia

Also available in paperback from:

- Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/.../love.../1137008209...

- Waterstones: https://www.waterstones.com/.../tl-clark/9780995611757

To reach my target I will need your help.

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Thank you

BOOK NEWS - A new TL Clark Release - A Haverton Christmas

A quick note...

I have a new book releasing 5th November 2020 - remember remember 💂

A Haverton Christmas - A Regency Love Short Story

It was previously published as part of a charity anthology, but now that's reached it's end, it's time for Lady Caroline to shine alone. 

It's available to purchase on Amazon (ebook only as it's a short story) - FREE in Kindle Unlimited or just $1.99/£1.50

Description:

Not all who enter the marriage mart are successful…

Lady Caroline attended the Season full of hope but has come home in disgrace.
Her parents, who spent a fortune on her come out, are seriously displeased that she did not secure a husband. Her papa, the Marquess of Haverton, is particularly icy.

The looming winter looks bleak indeed for this poor innocent. The very notion of spinsterhood sends chills through her veins.

Gossip and intrigue are rife amongst The Ton. Try as she might, her brother’s rash marriage seems to follow her like a shadow. Who would associate with the likes of her?

Lady Caroline primes herself as well as the house for Christmas festivities. Perhaps there is yet a chance of love amongst her own circle.

Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer fans will love the authenticity of this Regency Christmas sweet romance.
Previously published as part of the multi-author anthology, Kissing and Other Scandalous Pastimes.
A short story inspired by international best-selling Regency Love. This stand-alone book is suitable for gently bred young ladies.

The drawing room doors are opening for you.

Always in love and light,

TL

REVIEW - Masters of the Elements - a whirlwind of adventure

 

Date read: 13th October 2020

My rating: 4*

Genre I reckon: Time Travel NA Romance Adventure

Buy link: Amazon 

Follow the author: CCSullivan_writer 

This is one of those books that leaves me feeling more cultured just for having read it. Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo both appear as Lena explores the past and present in a surprising new way. 

Lena is not alone. A survivor of a damaged past, she starts off afraid to share details with even those closest to her. But through the passing of time, she opens up and blooms. 

The host of characters are all well-written; I felt like I knew each of them and kept wanting to discover more. OMG Dante & Damian! 

Secrets are slowly revealed, and the group must learn to adapt. 

Florence is a beautiful backdrop to the dramatic events. I felt like I was there, walking through the streets. 

Action, adventure, time travel and intrigue in Florence - an easy recommend to a friend. 

I can't wait for the next book!! 

Always in love and light,

TL

REVIEW - A Haunting at Havenwood - a sweet spectral romance

Date read: 28th September 2020

My rating: 4*

Genre I reckon: Sweet Regency Romance + a ghosty or two

Buy link: Amazon 

This is a very sweet Regency romance. Even the ghosts are kindly relatives.

Louisa is cast upon a great-aunt after the death of her father, and she finds herself going from riches to, well, not quite rags. But life is definitely different in tranquil Northumberland, compared to her lively Scarborough home. 

The plot moves along at a steady, sedate pace. And the characters are brought to life with wonderful writing. 

One of the ghosts wears a kilt and brings a lovely Scottish flair to this story which is set close to the border. Not scary at all.

Erasmus, the haunted great-grandson, has a stammer which he has been ridiculed for all his life. He has tried his best to overcome it, but there's still traces which has left him reluctant to socialise enough to pursue a wife. 

This is my first Sally Britton book and I suspect it won't be my last.

A thoroughly enjoyable Regency tale with a treasure hunt! 

* I received an ARC of this book but am voluntarily leaving a fair, honest review.

There is no sex, violence or swearing - a gently bred young lady

Always in love and light,

TL

Indie Book Chat - a safe, supportive community for writers

 

The Internet can be a harsh, cruel place (as well as a wonderful one). 

One of our indie author community recently took their own life after suffering from online bullying 😥

CC Sullivan and I felt very strongly about wanting to avoid something so terrible happening again. We wanted to create a safe, supportive corner of The Internet where people can come for advice, promotion and encouragement. 

So, Indie Book Chat was born. 

On the first day of each month, we will host a Live Chat on Instagram. 

Our first broadcast will be on Thurs 01 Oct 2020, at 9am CST/MST - that's 4pm in the UK. We will explain more in our first episode, so do come along - follow/like/share 💓

If you can't make it live, it's OK, we'll be recording and sharing so you can watch at your own convenience. Recordings will also be shared in the Facebook group - Indie Book Lounge. 

That is a closed group where members are vetted before they join, so we may talk freely. And self-promotion is limited to the Flood It Friday threads only so discussions aren't cluttered with spam. 

Always in love and light,

TL