Since I began reviewing books, I have had my eyes opened to so many different types of books that I normally would not have discovered. I tend to stay within a certain genre, although the list is rather wide and growing daily. One guilty pleasure I have discovered is the paranormal romances that involve vampires. Yes, I know…. Nothing I ever would have thought I would enjoy but once I was introduced to Molly Harper and Jessica Sims, I am a wee bit in love with the humor and imaginative storytelling.
This upcoming release is one that was a quick yet refreshing read with some intense moments that I devoured…. much like Rand the Vamp. Check out:
Between a Vamp and a Hard Place by Jessica Sims
Publisher: Pocket Books (December 29, 2015)
ISBN-13: 978-1476753997
In the wickedly funny spirit of bestselling authors Kerrelyn Sparks and Molly Harper, this sexy paranormal romance features an estate broker and a 600-year-old vampire out for revenge.
Lindsey Hughes loves antiques and couldn’t be happier to make a living in the estate sale business. But when her assistant accidentally buys an entire estate without her approval, Lindsey is forced to clean up the mess herself.
Lindsey travels to the newly purchased, age-old house in Venice, Italy, and soon discovers more than she (never) bargained for. While digging through the hoarder’s trove that fills every floor, she finds a secret staircase behind a wall that leads to a strange coffin…with an even stranger inhabitant.
Vampire Rand FitzWulf has been in his coffin for 600 years. But now that he’s awake, he’s ravenous, and there’s a delicious-smelling woman with a rare blood type in his basement. Luckily, Lindsey has more to offer than blood: she agrees to travel throughout Europe with Rand to help him get revenge on the one who turned him. But as the unlikely pair grows closer, will the billionaire vampire be overtaken by his thirst for blood—or his thirst for love?
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My Thoughts:
Oh to have the imagination some authors have. This lighthearted read was a delight in every way. From the first page this author had me all in.
What was different about this book, you ask? I loved the story and strong characters to start. It is not easy to take a page from history, add some literary license, and then develop a story around it. This book is a blending of two different times; a match up between yesterday and today. I loved the way the author crafted her Vamp. He is a warrior who is loving and caring too. A wonderful balance for the unafraid and tough Lindsey who decides to fight for her man. The connection between the two was fun and endearing. You almost wish you could find a guy like Rand to have as your own.
This quirky book tells a story that blends a bit of humor with a bit of seriousness. Good against bad. Powerful against evil. I loved how the author looked at the world today in the eyes of a 600+ year old man. Funny and insightful! You cannot help but laugh at many of his experiences.
This book has all of the qualities we look for in a pleasurable read. Jessica Sims strongly combined an intelligent story with wonderful characters, some mystery and suspense, humor, and delight throughout this book. I loved every bit of this fun book.
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