Blog Tour Review + Giveaway: FALL OF DARKNESS by Elle Bright

Fall of Darkness

by Elle Bright

Series: The Darkness Chronicles #1

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Format Acquired: e-Book from the author (Thanks, Elle!)

Published July 5th 2013 by Elle Bright

One woman, the fate of the world in her unknowing hands. One man, sworn to destroy her. A love so strong it defies nature. In a world of obsession, deception and betrayal, the line between good and evil fades, but one truth remains absolute. Darkness must fall.

For centuries, werewolf, Dominic Ridolfi, has battled the demons of the night, upholding the sacred pact to protect man from vampires. Yet when sent to destroy the long lost Cacciatori heiress, the vampire prophesied to free her kind from the curse of darkness, he finds himself reluctant to complete his task. The innocent beauty awakens his humanity and Dominic finds himself not in the role of assassin, but savior.

Swept away in a whirlwind romance, Kate loses herself in Dominic’s mysterious world of opulence and seduction. But Dominic has a secret. He knows the truth about Kate’s past, and her future, truths with the power to destroy them both. Only in her dreams does Kate sense the growing darkness within. Dominic saved her once, but can she save herself from the darkness within?

MY REVIEW

When I first signed up for the tour, I chose to post just an excerpt. But then I realized that I should not let the chance pass by to read a book with a plot that interests me a lot. I told myself, "Damn it, Algel! It's a werewolf-vampire kind of romance! You should read it!" And the decision I made didn't make me regret. Fall of Darkness is such a great story to read.

So, what's up with the werewolf-vampire romance?

As far as I know, it's a forbidden kind of love. Werewolves and vampires race were mortal enemies. They're like heaven and hell. Sunshine and rain. Ice and fire. Yin and yang.

Dominic is assigned to kill Katerina, also known as Kate. She's a vampire and destined to end the darkness and race of Dominic's entire werewolf race. But Kate know nothing about this since she's not yet transformed. Dominic could've killed her easily, but ended up falling for her.

This is such a good book. The character build up, the romance, the suspense, the author did a great job. I love Dominic. I fell for him easily. The fact that he's true to his feelings for Kate, he turned his back from his family for her. He's willing to fight for her. There's just a part where I hated Kate. I didn't understand her real intentions when she learned the truth from Dominic, and met her tutore, Alexander. It seemed like she love them both and sworn eternity with the two of them. But later on, that hatred for her changed, but not my hatred for Alex. I used to love the name Alex, but this time, I loathe him. So. Much.

I'm looking forward to what happens next to Dominic and Kate's forbidden love story. This book is excellent. Addictive. You will fall inlove with Dominic every step of the way. 

MY RATING

I REALLY LIKED IT!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Elle Bright

Elle Bright grew up in Layton, Utah. Elle currently resides in San Diego, California, with her husband, their three children, and their border collie. Elle graduated from Grand Canyon University with her Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. As a practicing Registered Nurse, Elle specializes in Pediatrics, Neonatal Intensive Care, and Emergency Medicine. Fall of Darkness is Elle's first published novel. She is currently working on Dark Redemption, the second installment in The Darkness Chronicles. Elle is a proud member of the Romance Writers of America.

Author Links:

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GIVEAWAY

Prizes:

• One (1) signed paperback of Fall of Darkness by Elle Bright + handmade necklace and various swag {INT}

• Two (2) signed paperbacks of Fall of Darkness by Elle Bright + handmade bracelets and various swag {US only}

• Six (6) various Fall of Darkness swag packs of a book thong, bookmark, keychain, and magnets {US only}

• Five (5) eBook copies of Promises, Promises by Sandy Loyd

• Two (2) electronic audio books of Tawny's Ghost by Joy Spraycar

• eBooks set of the first three novels of Threads of West, An American Saga by Reid Lance Rosenthal: Threads West,  Maps of Fate, and Uncompahgre: Where Water Turns Rock Red

»» Three (3) eBooks each of: • Into the Darkness by Amberly Evans • The Rancher by Kelli Ann Palmer

»» Two (2) eBooks each of: • When You're Ready by J.L. Berg • The Carriage Trade by Lisa Deon • Changing of the Glads by Joy Spraycar • The Scarred Heir by Denise Patrick • Against the Odds by Jewel Adams

»» One (1) eBook each of: • Finding Obscurity by Emma Shade • Past Aghast by Ed Dasso • Daydream's Daughter, Nightmare's Friend by Nonnie Jules • Spirits in the Trees by Morgan Hannah MacDonald • Tougher Than the Rest by Shirleen Davies • Faster Than the Rest by Shirleen Davies • Edge by Tiffinie Helmer • Sunkissed by Janelle Daniels • My Only Wish by Janelle Daniels • The Highlander’s Curse by Katalyn Sage • The Magic Stone by Marie Sterbenz • Knight Dreams by C.C. Wiley • Riley’s Pond by Harley Brooks • Designer Genes by Harley Brooks

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Book review: Once in a Full Moon (Full Moon, #1) by Ellen Schreiber

Title: Once in a Full Moon

Author: Ellen Schreiber

Page Count: 292 pages

Rating: 100 STARS! XD

Book synopsis:

Beware of a kiss under the full moon. It will change your life forever.

Celeste Parker is used to hearing scary stories about werewolves—Legend's Run is famous for them. She's used to everything in the small town until Brandon Maddox moves to Legend's Run and Celeste finds herself immediately drawn to the handsome new student. But when, after an unnerving visit with a psychic, she encounters a pack of wolves and gorgeous, enigmatic Brandon, she must discover whether his transformation is more than legend or just a trick of the shadows in the moonlight.

Her best friends may never forgive her if she gives up her perfect boyfriend, Nash, for Brandon, who's from the wrong side of town. But she can't deny her attraction or the strong pull he has on her. Brandon may be Celeste's hero, or he may be the most dangerous creature she could encounter in the woods of Legend's Run.

Psychic predictions, generations-old secrets, a town divided, and the possibility of falling in love with a hot and heroic werewolf are the perfect formula for what happens . . . once in a full moon.

Book review:

This book is so................. AMAZING! One of Ellen Schreiber's best! I am speechless! Haha. I'm totally in loved with this book. This makes me crave to buy the next books.. And I'm willing to starve just to save money to buy the next book, Magic of the Moonlight and Full Moon Kisses. This is the best book about werewolves I ever read in my entire life. I love the love story between Nash, Celeste, and Brandon. Celeste is a lucky girl. She has a loving family, best friends, and perfect love life (even though it seems quite complicated for her). Nash only started to care when Celeste was no longer his, and Brandon is this hot and mysterious guy every girl would ever dream to date in her life. I don't want to include more spoilers in this review. I don't know what else to say except that this is one of the most awesome books to read before you die! :)

Teaser Tuesdays #3: Once in A Full Moon

Yey! Time for Teaser Tuesdays! Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme hosted by  MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

1. Grab your current read

2. Open to a random page

3. Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page 

BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)

Share the title and author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Once in a Full Moon

Ellen Schreiber

 "He was ravenous during the day. And I noticed the shapes of the moon and circled the date of the next full moon, which was several weeks away." (page 172) 

Book review: The Lost Saint (A Dark Divine Novel book # 2)

Title: The Lost Saint (Book #2,  A Dark Divine Novel)

Author: Bree Despain
Series: A Dark Divine

Page count: 404 pages

Rating: 5 stars

Book sysnopsis:

A family destroyed. A love threatened. An enemy returns.

Grace Divine made the ultimate sacrifice to cure Daniel Kalbi. She was infected with the werewolf curse while trying to save him, and lost her beloved brother in the process.

Desperate to find Jude, Grace befriends Talbot, a newcomer to town. But as the two grow closer, Grace's relationship with Daniel is put in danger - in more ways than one.

Unaware of the dark path she is walking, Grace begins to give into the wolf inside of her - not realizing that an enemy has returned and a deadly trap is about to be sprung.

Bree Despain delivers sizzling romance and thrilling action in the heart-pounding sequel to the The Dark Divine.

Book review:
Honestly, the main reason I bought this book is because of the cover, especially I love blue. I have no idea what the story is about. But then when I read the first pages, it immediately caught one of my interests: werewolves. It also includes vampires but the protagonist is a werewolf and I love the way she tried to control and use her abilities for good.

"I know what evil existed in the world, and I couldn't just sit anymore. I guess that's why in all those comic books, the superheroes have to create an alter ego -- the person who pretends to be ordinary so they can still be with the ones they love." -Grace Divine

There are so many twists in the story especially when it comes to Grace's lost brother, Jude. Grace and Daniel seems to have so much chemistry together but of course, like in any other relationships, they also experience problems and turmoil in life. In this book, Grace met a new man, gorgeous and a hottie, named Talbot who adds excitement to the story. I also love the witty personality of April! She's an ideal friend because she is very supportive and I just love how she loved to make costumes for Grace as a 'superhero' thingy.

"I felt like a different person, and part of me longed for Daniel's arms, strong and true, to wrap me in his warm embrace. I wanted to hear him tell me that it was okay for me to be different now. That he still loved me no matter what." -Grace Divine

This book talks about romance, friendship, and family which makes it a must-read for YA readers out there. I wish I could find The Dark Divine book in any bookstore here and I can't wait to read the next book entitled The Savage Grace.

"But if you can hold on to that love, and if you can hold on to that faith, then you are stronger than any monster out there. No outside power, no force, no evil can make you turn into the wolf as long as you hold on to that love." -Daniel