Shadows of the Sky by Cecilia Dominic – Cover Reveal

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Cecilia Dominic, Cover Reveal, fae, gargoyles, paranormal, romance, series, urban fantasy

Today, Cecilia Dominic is sharing the cover of her soon to be released book Shadows of the Sky.  This will be the 4th book in a series I have been enjoying called The Fae Files. Shadows of the Sky releases on June 29th.

About Shadows of the Sky

Reine thought she’d reached the end of her Path… As it turns out, her challenges have just begun.

After she and Lawrence are whisked away to the hospital in the gargoyle enclave of The Aerie, Reine is torn between her responsibilities back in her kingdom in Faerie and wanting to see Lawrence healthy and whole. Plus, almost losing him means she can’t ignore her feelings for him any more.

Now that Lawrence knows who killed his father, he’s searching for a new meaning in life. A certain green-eyed Fae makes him fantasize about domestic bliss, but he knows she’s loyal to her kind. Plus, his mom isn’t a fan of his Fae bond-mate.

Reine and Lawrence soon discover that The Aerie isn’t the idyllic mountain town its inhabitants want others to believe. Loose ends multiply as Reine searches for the source of the spell sucking the life out of the town. Can she and Lawrence work together to unmask the villain and free The Aerie? Or will their conflicting desires and responsibilities tear them apart…and spell the doom of gargoyle-kind?

If you like snarky heroines, complicated slow-burn romances, thrilling mysteries, and hot heroes with heart, you’ll love Shadows of the Sky. Preorder the book and escape into the vivid world of Cecilia Dominic’s spellbinding Fae Files series today!

Note: these books can be read in any order, but it’s best to start with book 1, The Shadow Project.

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Marked by Azurite (Razor’s Edge Chronicles, #4) by Celine Jeanjean – Review

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5 stars, Adventure, Book Review, Celine Jeanjean, dogs, fantasy, magic, series, talking cats, urban fantasy

About Marked by Azurite by Celine Jeanjean

You know that sickly feeling in the pit of your stomach when things have not just gone wrong, but very, very wrong?

Yeah, that feeling.

Like when you find yourself alone, facing off against an angry pontianak, a type of Asian vampire, who on top of being powerful, magical, and deadly, hates your guts.

At the time the risk seemed worth it to find out more about my magic.

Now? I wish I’d just stuck to barbering the supernatural. Given my weak magic, I’m going to have to find a way to talk myself out of this. Fast.

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Review of Marked by Azurite

The 4th book in the Razor’s Edge Chronicles dives deeper into Apiya’s unknown past while putting her uncomfortably up close and personal with her mortal enemy.

Marked by Azurite continues to explore the contentious relationship between the Mayak (magical beings) and humans, while people like Apiya – the Touched (slightly magical humans) – are caught in the cross-fire. It all takes place on the island nation of Panong. I am fascinated with this colorful location, both the land and the people.

Apiya will travel to visit the Akha tribe based on a lead that possibly they might know something about who/what she is. I should mention, that in order make this trip, Apiya will have to leave the safety of her home after having been attacked by Yue, an angry pontianak. Chai tries to talk her out of it, but in the end, as the friend I know him to be, Chai will always accompany Apiya on her crazy, dangerous quest. Chai is the best friend everybody needs.

Apiya’s other best friend is her dog Hunter. After her near death experience Apiya says “Just cuddle your dog…” Dog people will love Hunter.

Cat people will get a kick out of Tim (the talking cat). Even Apiya is warming up to Tim, although neither Apiya or Tim will be admitting liking the other anytime soon. Their relationship is a constant source of humor.

Marked by Azurite provides more juicy background on the Mayaks – Sarroch and Mr. Sangong. And my view of them continues to evolve. Sarroch, as the helpful ally and impossible love interest for Apiya, has become the unreliable associate (you will have to read to find out why). And Mr. Sangong, who is Apiya’s unreliable mentor, is becoming more dependable.

I am absolutely crazy about these books! Each one is a short novel and should be read in order. My recommendation is that you grab them all and binge the entire series.

Thanks to the author who provided a copy of her book in exchange for my honest review.

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Lifted by Water (Razor’s Edge Chronicles, #3) by Celine Jeanjean – Review

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5 stars, Adventure, Book Review, Celine Jeanjean, fantasy, magic, series, talking cats, urban fantasy

About Lifted by Water by Celine Jeanjean

If I tell you I have magic, you’re probably going to expect all kind of impressive displays, like fireballs and moving things with my mind.

Yeah, I still can’t do that.

That’s why I’m a barber to the supernatural rather than any kind of magical badass.  And now that the supernaturals have come out in public, things are getting seriously interesting.  Especially when one of my regulars goes missing. I’m never one to stand on the sidelines when a friend’s in trouble, so of course I go looking for him.

You’d be amazed how quickly I can get in over my head.  And given my weak magic, it’s definitely not a comfortable position.

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Review of Lifted by Water

I love this series.  Like the previous 2 books in the series, Lifted by Water is a short novel. It adds to the story of Apiya’s mission to save the Mayak (fully magical beings) from the humans who continually encroach into their space.  Failure is not an option, unless you like war.  Complications keep adding depth to the story, as well as enriching the cast of characters and the locale.

In Lifted by Water, Apiya makes her first attempt to find out where/who she came from.  As an adopted child, she never before had any desire to find out.  But strange things are happening and knowing might be better than not knowing. Of course, Apiya is thwarted on her first attempt to learn more at the orphanage she came from. So….mystery!

Also, in this story, a Mayak shifter, who was one of Apiya’s barbershop customers, goes missing.  It becomes yet another mission for Apiya to find him, along with Sarroch, the shifter she saved in Bound by Silver.  The relationship between Apiya and Sarroch is undefined and full of potential.  She knows more about him than any non-magical person should.  The reverse is probably also true.

Tim, the (talking) cat, is still very entertaining and in a scene that made me laugh out loud, proved that is was ultimately just like any mundane cat.  Still, Tim remains unflappable. I love his place in each story.

Mr. Sangong, Apiya’s mentor, was missing from most of the book, but showed up at the end to be helpful and unhelpful all at the same time.  I have not changed my opinion about him….he is still a suspect in the greater story arc.

Also mostly missing was Chai, Apiya’s friend.  He has had his heroic moments in the past, plus he is her confidant.  Chai usually adds perspective, humor and friendship.  I missed him. 

Definitely read these books in order to get the most out of them. But read them. I have no idea where this story is going, which means it is going to be so fun!

Thanks to the author who provided a copy of her book in exchange for my honest review.

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