Contents of blog copyright Book Dragon's Lair 2009-2023
I've been gone a while. I started reading fanfiction to escape and I got sucked in an abyss.

I have no idea if someone else is hosting similar challenges. I just grabbed some of what I have hosted before.

Here's to a happy year of great reading
Jan2023: Not much has changed. Writing a fanfiction now O_o as well as reading but I bought 7 new books in December and hope to get those read soon. Crossing fingers about adding challenges (late!)

Monday, February 2, 2015

Happy Monday


Mailbox Monday is the gathering place for readers to share the books that came in their mailbox during the last week.

Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.

Don't forget to link up your list





~ here are the newest review book/s in my house ~
Claiming His Mate by M. Limoges
Black Hills Wolves, 2015, ebook

Member of the Black Hills Pack in Los Lobos, South Dakota, Jace Matthews is sent to check out the new owner of a piece of land adjoining his pack's. Once he steps into her small bookstore in Collins, he’s taken by surprise by the small, prim woman behind the counter. At once, he recognizes his mate. While the wolf inside urges him to complete the bond, Jace knows he must take his time with his human mate. But when danger arises, threatening Michelle’s life, Jace is done waiting. It’s time to claim his mate.

After she inherits her aunt’s property, Michelle Sanders moves to Collins, South Dakota, to escape the monotony of her routine life. Unfortunately, the only person she manages to befriend is not only the hottest guy on the planet, but also gay. However, she never expects a favor for her sexy new friend to result in a series of weird events that will change her life forever.


~ here are the newest books in my house ~

If the Viscount Falls by Sabrina Jeffries
The Duke's Men, 2015, mass market paperback

The heir presumptive to the Viscount Rathmoor, Dominick Manton once had his heart’s desire within reach—a bright future as a barrister and engagement to Jane Vernon, a wealthy baron’s daughter. Then a shattering betrayal by his vindictive brother George snatched away Dom’s inheritance and his hopes of offering Jane a secure future. Brokenhearted, and attempting to end their engagement without destroying Jane’s reputation, Dom staged a betrayal of his own to convince her that he’s not the husband-to-be that she thought.

Now George is gone and the viscountcy restored to Dom, since his brother’s widow, Nancy—Jane’s cousin and closest confidant—never bore an heir. But when Nancy goes missing, a panicked Jane calls on her former fiancĂ© to track down her cousin. Dom knows the mistakes of the past may be unforgiveable—but now, entangled together in mystery and danger, will they rekindle a passionate longing that was never lost to begin with?



The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy by Julia Quinn
The Smythe-Smith Quartet, 2015, mass market paperback

Sir Richard Kenworthy has less than a month to find a bride. He knows he can’t be too picky, but when he sees Iris Smythe-Smith hiding behind her cello at her family’s infamous musicale, he thinks he might have struck gold. She’s the type of girl you don’t notice until the second—or third—look, but there’s something about her, something simmering under the surface, and he knows she’s the one.

Iris Smythe–Smith is used to being underestimated. With her pale hair and quiet, sly wit she tends to blend into the background, and she likes it that way. So when Richard Kenworthy demands an introduction, she is suspicious. He flirts, he charms, he gives every impression of a man falling in love, but she can’t quite believe it’s all true. When his proposal of marriage turns into a compromising position that forces the issue, she can’t help thinking that he’s hiding something… even as her heart tells her to say yes.


Teardrop Lane by Emily March
Eternity Springs, 2015, mass market paperback

Town physician Rose Anderson hides a well of sadness behind her cheerful and capable professionalism. Heartbreak has only reinforced her belief that marriage and children just isn't in her future. And yet, she's a woman with a pulse—and when sexy brooding artist Hunt Cicero shows up at her office with his young nephew, the pure physical reaction he ignites in her is both exciting and unsettling.

Hunt has an artist's passionate temperament and a bachelor's lifestyle—so when he he becomes guardian to his sister's children he's riddled with conflict and in way over his head.

Without Rose and her warm maternal instincts he'd be lost. Still, she's a woman who guards her heart and he's a novice when it comes to commitment. Can the healing magic of Eternity Springs shine on this patchwork family and allow Hunt and Rose to trust that love is the fabric that holds them together?


The High-Wizard's Hunt by Jack D. Albrecht Jr, Ashley Delay
Osric's Wand, 2013, ebook  . . . series facebook page

They thought they knew what magic could do....

In the much anticipated sequel to The Wand-Maker's Debate, Osric continues his quest for answers to an ever lengthening list of questions. Separated from his companions, each day it seems the mysteries of magic and intrigue grow.

Osric must discover who is instigating a war, what secrets the unicorns are hiding, and what his increasing power and abilities might mean. With his hometown in chaos, Osric is forced to abandon his people in an attempt to save them.

Driven by destiny and thwarted by prophecy, will his new gifts be enough to secure his victory? Can his friends find a way to help him when he needs them most? Will Osric find a way to unlock magic's true potential and prevent history from repeating itself.

Then Came You by Jill Shalvis
Animal Magnetism, 2014, ebook

Veterinary intern Emily can’t believe she wound up in the small town of Sunshine, Idaho, instead of the Los Angeles clinic she had always imagined. Now she has to put her plans to move to L.A. on hold for a whole year while she fulfills the obligation of her vet school scholarship.

Then Wyatt, her gorgeous one-night stand from a Reno vet conference, introduces himself as her new boss. And Emily is just as drawn to his seductive looks and quiet strength as she was on that very steamy night. She soon learns that Wyatt isn’t just a laid-back doctor, but a delicious alpha male tempting her away from her carefully laid-out plans...




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I haven't received any review books, won any contests or received any books as a gift. I have added several to my ereader, most were even free.

added to my ereader: (kindle app, html, etc.) ~ I find out about free/discounted ebooks at amazon mostly from Pixel of Ink. I do go through the Top 100 at amazon once in a while. I'm getting better at pinning my new ebooks, 2014's books




What are you Reading?

A weekly Monday meme hosted by Shelia at Book Journey. Post what you read last week and what you're planning to read this week then link to Shelia's post. Then visit others and be prepared to add to your TBR pile!




Finished:
Claiming His Mate by M. Limoges (review goes live 2-7)
My Subby Valentine by Amber Kell



Happy Reading!

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2 comments:

Serena said...

Have a great reading week.

Shoshanah said...

Then Came You looks like it'll be really cute. Hope you enjoy it!

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