July 15, 2016

The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt by Catherine F. Olen - Spotlight, Guest Post and Giveaway


Published: July 5, 2016
Number of pages: 180
Genre: Non-fiction


Synopsis:
See the enchantment of the Disneyland resort in a whole new way with "The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt." From Main Street U.S.A. to New Orleans Square, Walt Disney lovingly designed every detail to immerse guests in the magic of his theme parks.

See Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure through new eyes when you discover fantasy, thrills, and dreams around every turn. Whether you’re perusing the shops, waiting in line, or riding attractions, there’s plenty to uncover for even the most knowledgeable Disney fan.

If this is your first visit or your five hundredth, you will discover something new with "The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt."

Buy the Book: Amazon ~ Books-a-Million ~ Barnes & Noble
Powell's Books ~ Chapters.Indigo.ca

About the author:
Catherine Olen has enjoyed a love affair with the magic of the Disney theme parks for as long as she can remember, counting herself among Disneyland passholders for the last twenty-five years. Previously, Olen owned and operated Hollywood Grave Hunter and is the proud author of The Final Curtain: Celebrity Deaths and The Upside of Undertaking, chronicling her previous career experiences. She has been a correspondent to Entertainment Tonight (US and France), The Biography Channel, Reelz Network, and the Mark & Brian radio show.

Connect with the author: Website ~ Twitter ~ Facebook ~ Pinterest ~ Instagram

Guest Post:
Mickey Mouse, Tinkerbell, Cinderella Castle. Has there ever been a time that these words did not invoke visions of Disneyland in all its glory. Walking through the gates and seeing that first glimpse of Cinderella castle is a look directly into the imagination of creator Walt Disney. Disney took all of our favorite childhood stories from fairy tales to science fiction and placed his guests right into the middle of the story. Ride on a raft with Tom Sawyer, ride through space with Jules Verne, save Snow White from the evil queen. All of the stories ending with Happily Ever After.

Writing The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt is a love story to Walt Disney’s vision. In its pages, I take guests through Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure as seen through my eyes. For over forty years, I have had a love affair with all things Disney. As an annual pass holder for over twenty-five years, I have seen the Disney parks from many different perspectives. My first visit as a small child with my family when every part of the parks seemed bigger than life. As a young adult and I thrilled to ride Space Mountain and Indiana Jones and The Temple of the Forbidden Eye. As a new parent, I was given the gift of seeing the parks once again through the eyes of a child as I took roll after roll of film watching my own daughter interact with the characters. Even through all of my changes, Disneyland has been changing even more from opening day July 17, 1955 to The opening of Haunted Mansion in 1969 to the rededication of Fantasyland in the 1980’s. Walt Disney’s immortal words, “Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.”

Now I take you on a journey through Disneyland resort to discover for yourself:

· Which of the seven dwarves is seen winking at you as you exit Snow White’s Scary Adventure?
· Which river is not one you explore on The Jungle Cruise?
· What is the name of your host in The Enchanted Tiki Room?

I addition, The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt allows guest to experience their favorite attractions in new ways.

· Did you know you can ride in the wheel house of The Mark Twain Riverboat with the captain? You even get to blow the whistle during your cruise.
· Did you know you can get a phone call from Mickey Mouse on your birthday?
· The large yellow mushroom that stands outside the Alice in Wonderland attraction was once used as a ticket booth?

Even the most seasoned visitor to Disneyland resort will find something new within the page of The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt.

Giveaway:
Win a Disney Prize Pack which consists of a print copy of The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt, a “Mickey” or “Minnie” Disney plush toy and a $10 Disney gift card (10 winners total, open to USA & Canada) Ends July 30 


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July 13, 2016

The Daredevil Snared by Stephanie Laurens - Review and Giveaway

I received this book in exchange for a fair and review

Published: June 28, 2016
Number of pages: 464
Genre: Historical Romance
Series: The Adventurers Quartet #3

Synopsis:
He has something to prove
Captain Caleb Frobisher, hedonistic youngest son of a seafaring dynasty, wants to be taken seriously. Seizing the next leg of the covert mission his brothers are pursuing, he acts decisively and effectively in securing the mission's objectives. But responsibility has taken root, and he remains in the jungle to ensure the mission's ultimate goal.

She will risk everything
Katherine Fortescue fled a life of poverty and came to Freetown as a governess, only to be kidnapped and forced to oversee the child workforce at a mine. Guarded by well-armed, well-trained mercenaries, the captives have lost all hope of escape. Then Katherine meets a handsome man—a captain—and he brings the sweet promise of rescue.

Together they will face the future
The sadistic mercenary who runs the mine has other plans, but Caleb's true strength lies in extracting advantage from adversity, and through the clashes that follow, he becomes the leader he was always destined to be. The sort of man Katherine can trust—with her body, with her life. With her love.

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What did I think of this book:
This was a good addition to an enjoyable series. I like how each book centers around one of the Frobisher brother. The time period in which this book and the entire series takes place is one of my favorite time periods. I thought the author did a good job of describing the settings and each of the characters. You really get to know these people and by the end you feel as if they are friends. Her writing style is also good and helps the story to move right along. There is plenty of adventure mixed in with the romance to keep you interested in what is going on. This is a part of a series and I do suggest that you read them in order. With that being said I am looking forward to the last book to see how things tie up in the end. 

About the author:
New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens originally began writing as an escape from the dry world of professional science. Her hobby quickly became a career; she has been writing historical romance novels for more than 20 years. Currently living outside Melbourne, Australia with her husband and two cats, she spends most of her days writing new stories in her signature 'Errol Flynn meets Jane Austen" style.  Connect with Stephanie Website | Facebook 

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July 11, 2016

Finding Fraser by KC Dyer - Review and Giveaway


Published: May 3, 2016
Number of pages: 368
Genre: Fiction


Synopsis:
Escape to Scotland with the delightful new novel that readers have fallen in love with—inspired by Diana Gabaldon’s #1 New York Times bestselling Outlander series.

I met Jamie Fraser when I was nineteen years old. He was tall, red-headed, and at our first meeting at least, a virgin. He was, in fact, the perfect man.
That he was fictional hardly entered into it...

On the cusp of thirty, Emma Sheridan is desperately in need of a change. After a string of failed relationships, she can admit that no man has ever lived up to her idea of perfection: the Scottish fictional star of romantic fantasies the world over—James Alexander Malcolm MacKenzie Fraser.

Her ideal man might be ripped from the pages of a book, but Emma hopes that by making one life-altering decision she might be able to turn fiction into fact. After selling all her worldly possessions, Emma takes off for Scotland with nothing but her burgeoning travel blog to confide in.

But as she scours the country’s rolling green hills and crumbling castles, Emma discovers that in searching for her own Jamie Fraser, she just might find herself.

What did I think of this book:
When I first saw this book I knew I had to get it as I am such a big fan of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series that anything that connects with me jumps out. I really enjoyed this book, who would not want to set out to find their own Jaime. I thnk just about everyone who has read Diana's Outlander series would. The way the author used the blog posts as part of the storyline made it fun to read. I found myself wanting to know what Emma would post next. Emma's sister made me a little mad, why could she not be supportive of her sister instead of judging her all the time. I loved Emma's quiestion - "Well ..Where do you go when your heart is broken?" Her answer "Me? I go to the bookstore" that is so me - I go to the bookstore when I am upset as it just makes me feel better, calmer if you will. 

Emma mentioned she did not watch the Ourlander series because she wanted to keep pictures of Jaime and Claire intact in her head. That is what I said too when the show first was coming out. I did not want to watch it as I had a picture of Jaime and Claire in my head and the actors picked were not it. Well I watched the show and now am so hooked and love who they got to play all of the characters and still have my own version of Jaime in my head. 

Emma drove me a little crazy at times as I wanted her to hurry up and find her Fraser. Sometimes you can not see what you have until you lose something and that is excately what happened to her. Her Fraser was right there and should could not see it. At times Emma was a little niave which I suppose is a lot of people but here again at times I wanted to shake her. I felt so bad for her when all of her things were stolen and wondered ok now what but she kept on. I loved it when she got to Nairn. The town was full of great people. Morag was one of my favorite - tough out the outside but a softie on the inside. Then Ash who a good kid and Katy the librarian who kept kicking Emma off the computer and then who can forget Hamish they boyfriend who wanted nothing more then to come to America and live the California dream. Nairn is a town that would be a quaint place to stay and enjoy the scenery away from all the hustle and bustle of the big cities. 

The author did a nice job of brining the story to a good ending but I was wanting just a little more. What happens next with Emma. I am glad I picked this book up and enjoyed it. 

About the author:
KC Dyer is the author of several books for teens and adults, including A Walk Through a Window, Ms. Zephyr's Notebook, and the Eagle Glen trilogy. She resides in the wilds of British Columbia in the company of a wide assortment of mammals, some of them human. Visit her at kcdyer.com.

Giveaway:
This giveaway is open to the US only. I am giving away my copy of Finding Fraser. It is used and has been read by me but look like new. I thought I would share my love of the Outlander with my readers so that they can also see how Emma tries to find her Fraser. This is a rafflecopter giveaway, therefore the winner will be chosen randomly by rafflecopter. Once the winner is picked I will send and email and you will have 48 hours to respond. If you do not respond a new winner will be drawn. 

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Killer Finds by Vicki Vass - Review, Guest Post and Giveaway

I received this book in exchange for a fair and honest review

Published: March 31, 2016
Number of pages: 210
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Series: Antique Hunters Mystery #3

Synopsis:
Antique hunter Anne Hillstrom’s whirlwind shopping tour to Paris comes to a dead stop, as dead as the man sitting next to her on the plane. And to make matters worse, her identity has been stolen, leaving her to face her worst nightmare. She must sell all her precious antiques with the help of her business partner and co-blogger, CC Muller. Together, they open a pop-up antique store in the quaint suburb of Glen Ellyn Illinois. Their blog fans flock to the store looking to find that perfect treasure and so does a killer. When the Sweet Shop lady next door is found caramelized, the success of the pop-up sale turns bittersweet. Anne and CC dust off the clues, unraveling a centuries-old mystery that leads them to one conclusion. They must find the killer before the killer finds them.

What did I think of this book:
I was happy to get to go on another adventure with antique hunter Anne because this time she went to a place I dream of going Paris. Now I would not want to be a part of finding a dead person especially one sitting next to me. I felt so bad for Anne as here she is in another country, a dead body found and her identity stolen. What more could go wrong. Well there was plenty as the story goes along. The good thing is she got to try her hand with her antique selling at a pop up store and she got to meet a lot of nice people along her journey. I like Vicki's writing style and like all good mystery writers she gave me just enough clues to keep me guessing until the real murderer is found. This is a quick read to enjoy while lounging by the pool. Although this is the third book in a series you will do fine reading it as a stand alone book. I am looking forward to more books in this series. 

About This Author
With a passion for shopping and antiques, Vicki Vass turned in her reporter’s notebook to chronicle the adventures of Anne and CC, two antique hunters who use their skills to solve a murder case.

Vicki has written more than 1,400 stories for the Chicago Tribune as well as other commercial publications including Home & Away, the Lutheran and Woman’s World. Her science fiction novel, The Lexicon, draws on her experience in Sudan while writing about the ongoing civil war for World Relief.

She lives in the Chicago area with her husband, writer and musician Brian Tedeschi, son Tony, Australian shepherd Bandit, kittens Terra and Pixel, seven koi and Gary the turtle.

Author Links:
Website – http://www.vickivass.com/
Blog – https://vickivass.wordpress.com/2015/07/04/heading-home/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/vickivassauthor

Purchase Links:
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Guest Post:
Making history come alive

Since I was little, I’ve been fascinated by history and by reading. I read my way through the young adult fiction, including the historical novels of the six wives of King Henry VIII, the biographies of the first ladies and other famous women, including the career of Nellie Blye, the first female journalist, and Florence Nightingale.

I also read mysteries from Nancy Drew to Cherry Ames to Vicki Barr. I read through Agatha Christie. Later I graduated to the gothic mysteries of Mary Stewart, Charlotte Armstrong and Victoria Holt.

For me, reading about history brings the past alive. I shared this love with my father who for 35 years taught American history and government on the south side of Chicago. He took me to the library, allowed me to explore and read anything I could put my hands on. By the time I was in fifth grade, I had worked my way up to adult fiction.

From the earliest time, all I ever wanted to do was write. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I wanted to write about history, make up stories, bring characters to life in their own world. My father talked me out of majoring in English, instead recommending that I major in journalism. I did and am glad I did. Working for newspapers provides experience in unbelievable ways. My career allowed me to write about everything from corrupt politics to fashion to the ongoing civil war in Sudan. It brought me a world of experience and also taught me to write quickly under constant deadline pressure.

When I began to think about fiction again, I wrote a romance novel, followed by another, then another. I had half written parts of books scattered around my house, never quite reaching fruition. It wasn’t until last summer that I sat down and wrote what would become Murder by the Spoonful, the first book in the Antique Hunters mystery series.

It started as a lark, an inside joke. For a while, I had spent weekends shopping at antique stores, flea markets, garage and estate sales with my two best friends. They became the heroines of the antique hunter series. The book practically wrote itself. It reinforced my love of both mystery and history.

My antique hunters stumble upon murder and find themselves caught up in a mystery usually related to a significant historical event. While some of the items are true and some of the facts are real, the circumstances surrounding it may be fabricated. I like blurring the line between the real and the fictional world. I like making people wonder which part is true and which is false.

To make this work, I conduct extensive research on historical time periods and world events. I have become quite knowledgeable, though not as much as CC, my heroine, in a vast array of events that have shaped our nation and the world.

And, while the stories are heavy in history, they also showcase the deep love and friendship my two heroines share for each other. No matter what happens they are friends and will stand by each other’s side as they do in real life. I am privileged to write their story, and I hope you enjoy reading about the “Spoon Sisters.”

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July 8, 2016

Read to Death by Terrie Farley Moran - Review and Giveaway

I received this book in exchange for a fair and honest review

Published: July 5, 2016
Number of pages: 304
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Series: Read 'Em and Eat Mystery #3

Synopsis:
The national bestselling author of Caught Read-Handed revisits Fort Myers Beach, Florida, where the proprietors of a local bookstore café occasionally take a stab at solving murder…

At their seaside Read ‘Em and Eat bookstore café, Sassy Cabot and Bridgy Mayfield offer fresh scones, great books, and excellent detective work…

With their book club season wrapping up with The Florida Life of Thomas Edison, Sassy and Bridgy decide to take their group on a day trip to the beautiful Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Hiring driver Oscar Frieland, who’s known for his colorful stories and love of the café’s Robert Frost fruit tartlets, the bibliophiles set off for a day of sunshine and history.

After a lovely excursion, the club returns to the café for lunch and a book discussion, but the group falls silent after Oscar is found dead in his van. The sheriff’s deputies have some questions of their own for the group, and if the ladies don’t find some answers soon, the next book they read might be from a prison library.

What did I think of this book:
I have been enjoying this series from the beginning and this latest edition was not exception. The location of the book is perfect for me as I have been to Fort Myers a few time and then the bookstore cafe what could be better for the backdrop of this series. I have driven by the Edison and Ford Winter Estates but have yet to actually visit but will one day. Then we have the mystery of Oscar dead in the van. Who would have done this? The author gave us many clues to think I was on the right track then gives a little twist to let me know I do not know. She did a good job of keeping me guessing up until the end of the book. Another part of the book I enjoyed was the characters. You have the snowbirds and the regulars which is typical of Florida especially that area. The authors writing style is very light and flowing which makes your reading time just fly by. I am looking forward to the next book in this series. 

About the author:
Short-listed twice for The Best American Mystery Stories, Terrie Farley Moran is delighted to introduce mystery fans to the Read ’Em and Eat café and bookstore, which debuted with Well Read, Then Dead. The only thing Terrie enjoys more than wrangling mystery plots into submission is playing games and reading stories with any or all of her grandchildren.

Author Links:
Webpage – http://terriefarleymoran.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrie.moran.9
Blog: www.womenofmystery.net
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/23186092-terrie-moran
Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/1terriemoran/

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July 7, 2016

Find Your Extraordinary by Jessica Dilullo Herrin - Review

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Published: May 3, 2016
Number of pages: 288
Genre: Self-Help

Synopsis:
What if you could, with a little effort, live an extraordinary life? A life in which you felt deep passion for everything you did, and always had time for what matters most? A life in which you had the power, the daring, and the will to make your boldest dreams come true, all while you happily left feelings of inadequacy or guilt behind?

Yes, it is possible to take your life from ordinary to extraordinary. The secret? Cultivating the entrepreneurial spirit inside you – the spirit that allows you to embrace your individuality, to look not just at what is but at what could be, to believe in yourself beyond reason and to step up to creating your own definition of happiness and success - a version of success in which work and family life happily co-exist - instead of chasing a cookie-cutter version.

Here, Jessica Herrin, serial entrepreneur and founder and CEO of the Stella & Dot Family Brands, shows how the classic traits of successful entrepreneurs are ones each one of us can develop – and use not only to create a company, but also to create an extraordinary life. Whether we work a corporate job, run a family, or run our own business, Herrin offers realistic, attainable steps each one of us can take to achieve extraordinary success on our own terms. Through candid and inspiring lessons from her life as a successful CEO and working mother of two, as well as stories of many amazing individuals she’s met along the way, Herrin inspires and empowers us to dial up the sound of our own voices and make our authentic dreams a reality.

This book isn’t about having it all; it’s about having what matters most to you. It is about how to find your extraordinary – your extraordinary career, your extraordinary happiness, your extraordinary life.

What did I think of this book:
I have heard the name Stella & Dot but did not know much about them. This book stood out to me because the author was telling me how to live life on my own terms. That is something everyone should do. With that being said this is a good book to help you achieve this. I like how she not only tells you how to do the things she wrote about but she has practiced them herself. She also shared the stories of other people she has met that have been succesful. I thought her writing style was very easy to read - it did not read so much like a self-help book but more like a conversation for me. This book deserves a second reading.

About the author:
Jessica Herrin, CEO and Founder of the Stella & Dot Family Brands, is a serial entrepreneur who previously co-founded WeddingChannel.com, the world’s leading wedding site. With a vision to create a new kind of company that would offer today's busy woman a career alternative, Jessica wanted to use her savvy to help solve the modern woman's dilemma: achieving success and balance through a career you love. Never one to go with the status quo, Jessica felt that the typical home based business just didn't deliver. With lackluster product, high pressure sales tactics, and old school marketing methods, inventory was ending up in people's closets with little profit in their pockets.

Jessica's vision called for an entirely new concept that could guarantee women flexibility, reward, style, profit and fun. With an irresistible product and exceedingly personal service, a proven formula for passionate earning and personal success was born. In 2007, Jessica built a world class team including esteemed advisor Mike Lohner, sales guru Danielle Redner and Blythe Harris as partner and Chief Creative Officer. Jessica and Blythe named Stella & Dot after their beloved grandmothers.

In 2014, Jessica launched the Stella & Dot Family Brands, broadening the impact and mission to give every woman the means to style their own life. Growing beyond the flagship accessories brand of Stella & Dot, the Family of Brands allows women to follow their personal passion to create a flexible social selling business opportunity just right for them as an Independent Business Owner. Introducing; KEEP Collective, an innovative charm concept on leather wrap bracelets, metallic bangles and necklaces exclusively sold by KEEP “Designers”; and EVER, a revolutionary, high performance skincare regimen based on a proprietary complex from an ancient botanical that delivers measurable results within 30 days, exclusively sold through “Specialists.” The Stella & Dot Family Brands expands the company’s mission to impact more women while revolutionizing the earnings opportunity for current Stella & Dot’s Stylists. With a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement of the earnings opportunity, the integrated Stella & Dot Family Brands’ product range and compensation plan is game changing.

Jessica has been recognized for her entrepreneurial accomplishments and her passion in such national outlets as Oprah, Inc. Magazine (Stella & Dot was named one of the fastest growing private companies of the year for 2010 and 2011), Fortune, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, InStyle, Glamour magazine and more. Stella & Dot was recently recognized at the 2012 Accessories Council Excellence Awards for Retail Innovation. In 2010, she created the Stella & Dot Foundation, raising over $2 Million to-date towards creating positive change in women's lives through education and economic empowerment and raising awareness for Breast Cancer and Autism. She earned a degree in Economics from Stanford University and attended the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Winner of the 2011 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Jessica is also an active member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO). Additional awards include 2010 Top Ten Female Entrepreneurs from Inc. Magazine, 2012 Top Ten Female CEOs from Inc. Magazine and 2012’s 40 Under 40 and Most Admired CEO lists from the San Francisco Business Times. Herrin lives in the San Francisco Bay area with her family.
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Lakota Honor and Blood Curse by Kat Flannery - Spotlight and Giveaway

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Lakota Honor (Branded Trilogy, Book 1) by Kat Flannery

Publication Date: May 26, 2013 
Publisher: Imajin Books eBook & Paperback; 
Number of Pages: 182  
Genre: Historical Romance/Paranormal/Western

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Synopsis:
  Fate has brought them together, but will a promise tear them apart? In the small town of Willow Creek, Colorado, Nora Rushton spends most of her days locked up in her home with a father who resents her and fighting off unwanted marriage proposals from the wealthy Elwood Calhoun. Marked as a witch, Nora must hide her healing powers from those who wish to destroy all the witkowin—crazy women. What she doesn't know is that a bounty hunter is hot on her trail. Lakota native Otakatay has an obligation to fulfill. He has been hired to kill the witkowin. In a time when race and difference are a threat and innocence holds no ground, courage, love and honor will bring Nora and Otakatay together as they fight for their freedom. Will the desire to fulfill his promise drive Otakatay to kill Nora? Or will the kindness he sees in her blue eyes push him to be the man he once was?

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Blood Curse (Branded Trilogy, Book 2) by Kat Flannery

Publication Date: September 14, 2014 
Publisher: Imajin Books eBook & Paperback; 
Number of Pages: 214  
Genre: Historical Romance/Paranormal/Western 

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Synopsis:
  “Upon mine death for the blood ye have shed, Every daughter born to ye shall die before it draws breath, to which ye will know pain and worse, I cast unto ye mine blood curse.” ~ Vadoma Four years after the Blood Curse, Pril of the Peddlers vows to protect her child against the evil men who hunt her. With her clan unaware of the branded girl among them, Pril has to keep the identity of her daughter a secret. When her child is kidnapped, she is forced to ask Merchant runner, Kade Walker, for his help. Kade Walker needs to find the gypsy child. Blackmailed and pushed beyond his own moral code, he is determined to do whatever it takes. When he comes across the Peddler clan, he is sure the girl is there, however all hope is lost when the gypsies capture him. Time is running out—until Pril makes him an offer he cannot refuse. Amidst greed, lust, revenge and love, Pril will need to trust Kade. But as the evil nears and doubt creeps in, will she discover that the enemy has been standing next to her all along?

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About the Author

Kat Flannery's love of history shows in her novels. She is an avid reader of historical, suspense, paranormal, and romance. When not researching for her next book, Kat can be found running her three sons to hockey and lacrosse. She has her Certificate in Freelance and Business Writing. A member of many writing groups, Kat enjoys promoting other authors on her blog. She's been published in numerous periodicals. Her debut novel CHASING CLOVERS has been on Amazon's Bestsellers list many times and was #62 over all their titles. LAKOTA HONOR and BLOOD CURSE (Branded Trilogy) are Kat’s two award-winning novels and HAZARDOUS UNIONS is Kat’s first novella. Kat is currently hard at work on her next book. For more information please visit Kat Flannery's website. You can find Kat on Facebook, Twitter, and Goodreads.

Book Blast Schedule

Tuesday, July 5 

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Saturday, July 30 

Giveaway

Author Kat Flannery is giving away a $25 Amazon Gift Card during the book blast! To enter, please see the GLEAM form below. Rules – Giveaway ends at 11:59pm EST on July 30th. You must be 18 or older to enter. – Giveaway is open Internationally. – Only one entry per household. – All giveaway entrants agree to be honest and not cheat the systems; any suspect of fraud is decided upon by blog/site owner and the sponsor, and entrants may be disqualified at our discretion. – Winner has 48 hours to claim prize or new winner is chosen. Kat Flannery Book Blast

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