Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy discussion

1. Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side
2. Cry Wolf
3. Bone Crossed
4. Pandora Gets Jealous
5. The Demon's Lexicon
6. Revealers
7. Fairy Tale
8. TBD - not sure if I'll get one for this task...
9. Swoon


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1. Vampire Lover Unbound - J.R. Ward
2. Werewolves Blood Bound - Patricia Briggs
3. Shapeshifte Touch Of Darkness - Christina Dodd
4. God/Goddess Morrigan's Cross - Nora Roberts
5. Demons Kiss Of A Demon King - Kresly Cole
6. Witches Under Your Spell - Lois Greiman
7. Fae/Fairies/Unseelie Dream Warrior - Sherrilyn Kenyon
8. Aliens/Space Awaken Me Darkly - Gena Showalter
9. Psychics/Ghosts/Humans with paranormal abilities Dead As A Doornail - Charlaine Harris

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I'm going to give this a try; here is my list

1. The Undead Next Door by Kerrelyn Sparks 7-7-09
2. Moon Called by Patricia Briggs 7-27-09
3. Into The Shadow by Christina Dodd
4. The Dark Highlander by Karen Marie Moning
5. Jacob by Jacquelyn Frank 7-9-09
6. Daughter of Blood by Anne Bishop
7. BloodFever by Karen Marie Moning 7-23-09
8.
9. Running Hot by Jayne Ann Krentz 7-1-09

Lily wrote: "Wow. I guess it is misleading. What catagory would it go under?

Honestly, it isn't really even UF like they advertised either. It's probably best described as post-apocalyptic sci-fi. Genetically-modified humans.

I really didn't like it at all. It may be because it wasn't at all what I was expecting.

As far as what category it would fit into, um.... a human with super strength. That's all I can think of. Sorry. :(

Oh I am so going to try...

vampire: Blood Prince by Tanya Huff

werewolf: Full Moon by Rebecca York

shifter: Dawn's Awakening by Lora Leigh

gods: Dance with the Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyon

demons: Demons not Included by Cheyenne McCray

witches: Street Magic by Caitlin Kittridge

fae: Darkfever by Karen Marie Moning

aliens: Awaken Me Darkly by Gena Showalter

psychics: Before I Wake by Kathryn Smith

I hope I can read them all in time. At least now I have an excuse to buy a new book!

Ann wrote: "That is alot of books Michelle, I'm only on my 9th so I will be lucky if I read 11 for the month of June. I have been looking at the challenges I'm doing and trying to cross over books. Two of the ..."

Start small and build up to it, if you enjoy it great, if not hang about for the chat. Reading should be fun - that's the important bit!

OK. Making revisions already.

1 Vamps: Dayhunter
2 Werewolves: Skin Trade
3 Shifters: Skinwalker A Jane Yellowrock Novel
4 Imortals: Curse the Dawn
5 Demons: The Shadow Queen
6 Witches/Warlocks: Street Magic
7 Fae/Fairies: Faerie Tale
8 Alien/space: The Left Hand of Darkness
9 Paranormal Human: Santa Olivia

Lenore wrote:

vampire: Blood Prince by Tanya Huff (DO YOU MEAN BLOOD PRICE?)

Thanks Jan,

I heard that same thing on another blog. I like sci fi and post apocalypse type books so I am still gunna take a run at it. Besides, its been ordered at the library for a long time so might as well check it out. I like all her other stuff.
Jan wrote: "Lily wrote: "Wow. I guess it is misleading. What catagory would it go under?

Honestly, it isn't really even UF like they advertised either. It's probably best described as post-apocalyptic s..."

Lily wrote: "Lenore wrote:

vampire: Blood Prince by Tanya Huff (DO YOU MEAN BLOOD PRICE?)

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Oops yes I do. I watched Blood Ties and loved it. So I thought why not check out the books too?

Does anyone have a recommendation for a good god/goddess book? I just finished all the Cassie Palmer books by Karen Chance, so those won't work, and I will not read another Dark Hunter book. That series is not for me.
Any other ideas?

You can try Gena Showalter's Lord of the Underworld series. There is 3 so far with the fourth out in June. The first "The Darkest Night" is about Maddox. He is a former immortal guardian who has been exiled by the gods for opening Pandora's Box. I really enjoyed them.

I like Alyssa Days Atlantis books. Technically they aren't gods, but they are immortals "working" for the gods to protect humans from vamps and werewolves. They are mushy soul mate romances with a bit of action and a lot of recurring characters. There's a major plot theme crossing the series too, so I've been sucked in.

There's the goddess series by P.C. Cast, I recommend Goddess of Love. These books don't have to be read in order. :)

Hi,
I'm new to this group and the challenge sounds interesting although I'm not sure I'll be able to finish all 9 boos - I think my boss would like me to show up for work. Do all of the books have to be PNR? I think I have enough books in my too read piles to fit all of the categories but they aren't all romance.

how about "Goddesses and Dogs"? (or was it Dogs and Goddesses? )

Dogs and Goddesses

Oh--there it is. :oP Jennifer Cruisie writes a good yarn. I found that book at a book sale at the library. It was great.

Sandy wrote: "Hi,
I'm new to this group and the challenge sounds interesting although I'm not sure I'll be able to finish all 9 boos - I think my boss would like me to show up for work. Do all of the books have..."

Hi, Sandy. Well, trying is half as fun.

The books don't necessarily have to be romance, as long, as they have that paranormal element required, its fine by me.

Thanks for all the great suggestions, guys! I've read the first two LotU books. I'd forgotten about the gods in those. I could totally pick the third book for this challenge. Thanks, Lenore!

No problem. The third was my favorite anyway. I hope you enjoy your book and finish your challenge!

Whew, I finally found a list of books that I think will work for this challenge. I think all my choices work for each category except maybe for the god/goddesses/immortal's category. I struggled with finding a book for that category, so I might end up swapping it out. I'll have to see what other people come up with. Anyhow here's my list

1. Vampire         |Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward
2. Werewolves | The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong
3. Shifters           | Skin Trade by Laurell K Hamilton
4. Immortals     |A Hunger Like no Other by Kresley Cole
5. Angels             |Angel's Blood by Nalini Singh
6. Witches          |Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison
7. Fae                   | Raine by Elizabeth Amber
8. Aliens              |Grimspace by Ann Aguirre
9. Psychic          |Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris


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I'm still working on the June Challenge as well, and it's not looking good, altho I do have 5 days left! So I'm charging forward to July:

1. vampires: Dark Hunger by Sara Reinke

2. werewolves: Wolf at the Door by Christine Warren

3. shifters: Kiss of Fire by Deborah Cooke

4. gods/goddesses/immortals:

5. demons/angels: The Lost Colony by Eion Colfer

6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages: Spell of the Highlander by KM Moning

7. fae/fairies: Darkfever by KM Moning

8. aliens/space cowboys: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

9. psychics/ghosts/humans with paranormal abilities: The Dead Room by Heather Graham

That's all I have on my TBR that fits, so have to do some looking at the library for the others


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BJ, I can't believe you didn't choose Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh as your "shifters" book! I need you to read it and tell me if it's as good as I expect. You know, I'll probably have to wait until August to get it so I count on you, fellow readers, to keep me entertained with your reviews on the book. :)

Dina wrote: "BJ, I can't believe you didn't choose Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh as your "shifters" book! I need you to read it and tell me if it's as good as I expect."

Dina, I'm trying to use only books that I already have, and I don't even have Branded by Fire on pre-order. I've been trying to follow your example about reading down my TBR, and that Deborah Cooke book has been on my shelf for ages. But who knows what changes I'll make before July ends!

This sounds like fun, I can't wait to get started! Here's my list:

1. vampires- The Vampires Seduction by Raven Hart, or Fatal Infatuation by Melanie Nowak

2. werewolf- Cry Wolf by Patricia Briggs

3. shifter- Slave to Sensation by Nalini Singh


4. gods/goddesses/immortals- The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter

5. demons/angels- Working for the Devil by Lilith Saintcrow or Iron Hunt by Marjorie M. Liu

6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages- The Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder

7. fae/fairies- Thorn Queen by Richelle Mead

8. aliens/space cowboys- Mona Lisa Awakening by Sunny

9. psychics/ghosts/humans with abilities - Ice Cold Grave by Charlaine Harris

BJ Rose wrote: "Dina, I'm trying to use only books that I already have, and I don't even have Branded by Fire on pre-order..."

Okay, BJ, I got your point. No more pressure from me, LOL.

Dina, I've got Nalini's book on my list for the shifter book. Of course, you probably already know what I'm going to say about it...Wonderful!! (I haven't read it yet, but her books always are...)

1. vampire: Dead and Gone by Charlaine Harris
2. werewolf: Marked by Moonlight by Sharie Kohler
3. shifter: Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
4. gods/immortals: Atlantis Unleashed by Alyssa Day
5. demons: Desire Unchained by Larissa Ione
6. witches: My forbidden desire by Carolyn Jewel
7. fae: Deadly Redemption by Kathleen Korbel
8. aliens: Ender in Exile or Downbelow Station
9. psychics:

Are there any psychics in the Harry Dresden books? My son started reading them, and has bought a bunch of them recently. I could pick up one of those. I also have a few books I bought/was given at my RWA chapter meeting. One of them might have a psychic in it, or human with extra abilities. I'll keep looking. OR--I have an Eve Kenin, HIDDEN, that I think has genetically enhanced humans. I could put that one on the list...

It's going to be hard not to start before July gets here. I'm going to ApolloCon this weekend and may be tempted... I'll have to pick up books by people there, maybe.
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Dina wrote: "Okay, BJ, I got your point. No more pressure from me, LOL."

Press on, Dina - I've found some great books that way!

Harry has a little of everything--want gods/demons/psychics/wizards/fallen angels/vampires/werewolves/fae??? at least 1 book has some if not all of the above.

I have to admit, I LOVE Toot Toot, the Wee Fae who heads up "The 'Za Lord's Guard" (for those who haven't read Harry--Za is pizza, and the wee fae all seem to be serious pizza addicts) And of course, Harry is the 'Za Lord. :o) He bribes the Wee Fae to help him with choice pizzas.

Can anyone help me with demons/angels and aliens/space cowboys. I'm drawing a blank with these two. Thanks

Could Parallel Attraction by Knight be alien in a way? I am trying to find books from my TBR pile to use and that is the only one I see...

Ann wrote: "Can anyone help me with demons/angels and aliens/space cowboys. I'm drawing a blank with these two. Thanks "

For demons you could try Demons Not Included or Pleasure Unbound by Larissa Ione.

Ann wrote: "Can anyone help me with demons/angels and aliens/space cowboys. I'm drawing a blank with these two. Thanks "

I was having trouble with this one too. Have you looked into to Mona Lisa Series by by Sunny? Or The Host by Stephanie Meyer? I think that either one of those may account for the aliens. As for the angels/ demons, check out Marjorie M. Liu's Hunters Kiss series or Larissa Ione's Demonica series. I haven't read either one yet, but they have decent ratings. Hope this helps.

Lenore wrote: "Could Parallel Attraction by Knight be alien in a way? I am trying to find books from my TBR pile to use and that is the only one I see...

..."

Knight's Parallel Attraction is definitely about aliens. Btw, that is a marvelous series. Well crafted writing, complex plot and just great characters. I was taken by surprise by how much I like the books in this series.

For space, I've narrowed my options down to Gabriel's Ghost by Linnea Sinclair or Grimspace by Ann Aguirre.

Larissa Ione's Demonica series is good for demons. I also have to take the opportunity to plug my favorite series dealing with demons, Jenna Black's Morgan Kingsley series. Stars with The Devil Inside. Really great urban fantasy series. Book 4 comes out in July and I'm soooo excited.

Nichole wrote: "For space, I've narrowed my options down to Gabriel's Ghost by Linnea Sinclair or Grimspace by Ann Aguirre.

Larissa Ione's Demonica series is good for demons. I also..."

I haven't read Grimspace, but I have read Gabriel's Ghost. I have a big crush on Sully.

Yasmin galenorn's Other World series or a number of Lilith Saintcrow's books would also fit the demon category

If you're going to read The Iron Hunt by Marjorie M. Liu for the demon book, I highly recommend reading the short story in Wild Thing. I loved Iron Hunt, but the short story really makes the book so much better. I keep checking my book store for the second book due out next Tuesday. Sometimes they show up on the shelf early. I'm hooked for sure!

Thanks for all your help, I think lol.... I'm sure I will get hooked on all these series and my to read pile that was going down will now be going back up lol....

Yz wrote: "Lenore wrote: "Could Parallel Attraction by Knight be alien in a way? I am trying to find books from my TBR pile to use and that is the only one I see...

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Knight's Parallel Attraction is ..."

I read the second one before the first, and I must say I was thoroughly impressed.

another good demon one (or actually 2) would be either Kiss and Hell or maybe The Accidental Demon Slayer Altho the Accidental could also be shapeshifters. (Griffon who changes into human)

A Rush of Wings would fit vampire, or angels... and I think that's all.

I am going to try this. Here's my list:

Vampires - A Whisper of Eternity
Werewolves - Kitty and the Midnight Hour
Shifters - Bone Crossed
Gods/Goddesses - Tall Dark and Dead
Demons - Demon Mistress
Witches - Magic in the Blood
Fae - Iron Kissed
Space - Shooting Star
Psychics/Ghosts - A Stir of Bones

Ann wrote: "Can anyone help me with demons/angels and aliens/space cowboys. I'm drawing a blank with these two. Thanks "

Nalini singh has a book called Angels' Blood which is about Angels.

Yay! My first challenge for this group. Let's see...

1. Vampire: Skin Trade by Laurell K. Hamilton
2. Werewolves: Wild Highland Magic byKendra Leigh Castle
3. Shifters: Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
4. Gods/Godesses: Naamah's Kiss by Jacqueline Carey
5. Angels: In the Blood by Adrian Phoenix
6. Mages: Red-Headed Stepchild by Jaye Wells
7. Fae: Wondrous Strange by Lesley Livingston
8. Aliens: Seduce the Darkness by Gena Showalter
9. Psychics: Shadow Game by Christine Feehan

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I'm in but I'll be posting my list as I go along next month. Lots of great lists out there so far!

I'm actually planning to read Darkness Calls, book 2 in that series, to be released June 30th.

I do like the series and thanks for the heads up about the short story. I will look it up pronto.

Melissa wrote: "If you're going to read The Iron Hunt by Marjorie M. Liu for the demon book, I highly recommend reading the short story in Wild Thing. I loved Iron Hunt, but the short ..."

Lily wrote: "I'm actually planning to read Darkness Calls, book 2 in that series, to be released June 30th.

I do like the series and thanks for the heads up about the short story. I will look it up pronto..."

The short story tells how Maxine meets Grant and it explains A LOT more about the "world" they live in. I love the way Liu writes this series. It's so original yet understandable. Just reading the cover when I bought Iron Hunt, I was kind of worried that it would all be too complicated, but not at all. It's kind of like, less is more. I don't know how to explain it, but it's good writing.

1. vamps - One Foot in the Grave - Jeaniene Frost
2. werewolves - Beneath a Rising Moon - Keri Arthur
3. shifters - The Smoke Thief - Shana Abé
4. gods/immortals - The Darkest Fire - Gena Showalter
5. demons/angels - Jacob - Jacquelyn Frank
6. witches/mages - The Kitchen Witch - Annette Blair
7. fae - Storm Born - Richelle Mead
8. aliens - Kiss of Midnight -Lara Adrian
9. psychics/ghosts/paranormal - Evermore - Alyson Noel

This is exciting! I've never participated in a book challenge before. Have a question though, can these be rereads? I'm going to assume it's books I have never read before.

1. vampires: Charlaine Harris's Definitely Dead.
2. werewolves: Lori Handeland's Hunter's Moon.
3. shifters: Rachel Vincent's Prey. 07/09/09.
4. gods/immortals: Juliet Marillier's Child of the Prophecy.
5. demons/angels: Rob Thurman's Madhouse.
6. witches/mages: Anne Bishop's Daughter of the Blood.
7. fae/fairies: Holly Black's Ironside.
8. aliens/space: Robert A. Heinlein's The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress.
9. humans with paranormal abilities: Rachel Caine's Heat Stroke. 07/07/09.

Nozomi,

Welcome to the challenge. Rereads are acceptable as entries.

Noz--audiobooks also count. But I find that those take longer to get through than actually reading the book myself. And heaven help you if the reader is horrible. I was listening to Naomi Novik's Black Powder War and the reader for that STUNK. So I quit listening and went to the library and checked it out. The reading WAS interesting enough for me to want to check into it, and I decided to not let the horrible reader put me off.