Immortal Justice by Faith V Smith
Released: June 13, 2011
Publisher: Wild Rose Press
Page Count:  358 pages
Source: ebook provided by the publisher

Over a millennium ago, Highlander Darach MacRath was murdered. Resurrected by the Archangel Michael to fight demons as an Immortal Executioner, Darach now opposes all evil in the mortal world. His life is solitary—but when he rescues a young woman who not only sees demons but battles them herself, he is captivated by her courage and beauty. Abigail Dupree is not looking for love. But when a tall, dark demon fighter with a sexy brogue intervenes in her hunt, she’s fascinated. She should run away—but then his gentle yet sizzling touch ensnares her heart. When a demon from Darach’s past sets his sights on Abby, Darach will do anything to protect her—but for Abby, losing him would be worse than death. Together they must fight the demons of past and present, and the possibility that evil could destroy them both, before they find the gift of love.

Review:  This was a tale of good vs. evil in its purest form.

Darach was as easy for me to fall for as he was for Abby. His out-of-this-world body and his sexy Scottish brogue made him almost irresistible. The awful things that happened to him in his previous life broke my heart. Abby with her “gift” and willingness to help others had me rooting for her from the first page.

The characters were well developed. I loved Michael the Archangel. His concern for the mortals on earth as well as for his Immortal Warriors made him very real to me. Sean had a really intriguing back story that made me want to know more about him. Arianna’s feisty and smart. I know she has a deep dark secret that I’m dying to know.

I was impressed by Ms. Smith’s story telling. Abby and Darach’s verbal sparring was entertaining. There were heart breaking and heart pounding moments. It reminded me of Sherrilyn Kenyon’s Dark Hunter series but with less sex and the immortals worked for a boss they actually respected. There were some slow moments but over all this was a great read.

The Christian aspects of this book were heartfelt. Even the passion that Darach and Abby had for each other was sweet and pure.

Favorite Quote:  Reminder: Archangels do not shed tears over what happens in the mortal realm. It would be fruitless since he would never get any work done if he allowed his hardened shell to crack. As he reached for a golden cloth and wiped his eyes, he repeated, archangels do not shed tears.

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The Big, Bad… by Nina S Gooden
Series:  Riding Hood Tales Series
Released: June 8, 2011
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Source: ebook provided by the publisher

When Roux left on her daily “meals on wheels” route she expected to visit the not-so-kindly old lady “Grandma.” Only, when she gets to the cottage she discovers that the mean old crow has been killed by what looks like a vicious animal. Oddly enough, the only person she finds at the scene of the crime is a strange naked man who turns out to be a shape-shifting wolf! Our flustered heroine quickly finds herself caught up in a whirlwind of blood, danger, and lust. On one hand she has to dodge bullets and pitchforks, while on the other she has to unravel her own confusing feelings for the wolf who has suddenly and unrelentingly claimed her as his mate. Her only option, if she wants to go back to her nice, quiet life is to help this wolf find out who is framing him and why. When the only person she can trust is the one most dangerous to her heart, Roux has to make the ultimate choice between a past of comfort and a future that is unwritten. The only question is: will she really want to leave after he awakens the well of passion within her?

Review:  This new twist on an old fairy tale was imaginative and entertaining. The story is fast paced and doesn’t have a single boring part.

Roux is a character you can’t help but like. She’s naïve but not stupid. Roux takes charge and doesn’t let anyone run over her. She’s my kind of heroine.

The big, bad wolf, Aldrich is HOT. From his first scene you can’t help but fall for him. His protective nature is new to Roux and she has a hard time coming to terms with it.

Roux friends Mina and Ulrich were so likeable I hope the Author writes their stories as well.

There were a few unclear parts in the story and some confusing dialogue. At the end of the book Roux suddenly knows she has the thing everyone has been looking for and it seemed like the Author just threw that in as an after thought.

Quote: “Stop fighting me!” He growled

“Stop scaring me!” I screamed

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