The Dangerous Book for Demon Slayers by Angie Fox

Title: The Dangerous book for Demon Slayers

Author: Angie Fox

Date Read: Jan 2017

Number of Pages: 226

Why did you read it: Second in the Demon Slayer series

What was it about: Demon-slaying powers should come with an instruction book…

Seriously. Why does a new hair dryer have a twelve-page how-to manual, but when it comes to ancient demon-fighting hocus-pocus, my biker witch granny gives me just half a dozen switch stars and a rah-rah speech? Oh, and a talking terrier, but that’s another story. It’s not like my job as a preschool teacher prepared me for this kind of thing.

So I’ve decided to write my own manual, The Dangerous Book for Demon Slayers, because no one tells me anything. Dimitri, my “protector,” may be one stud of a shape-shifting griffin, but he always thinks he can handle everything by himself. Only he’s no match for the soul-stealing succubi taking over Las Vegas. If I can’t figure out how to save him—and Sin City—there’ll be hell to pay.

Who was your favorite Character: Lizzie

How did you feel after reading it: It was a good book. I like the relationship between Dimitri and Lizzie isn’t sacrificed.

Questions/Comments: Paranormal Romance

The Accidental Demon Slayer by Angie Fox

Title: The Accidental Demon Slayer

Author: Angie Fox

Date Read: Jan 2017

Number of Pages: 238

Why did you read it: I read southern Spirits by Angie Fox and really liked the series so I thought I’d try this one of hers.

What was it about: Straight-laced preschool teacher, Lizzie Brown, never lies, never cusses, and doesn’t really care much for surprises. When her long lost Grandma Gertie shows up on her doorstep on a neon pink Harley Davidson wearing a “Kiss My Asphalt” t-shirt and hauling a carpet bag full of Smuckers jars filled with road kill magic, Lizzie doesn’t think her life could get any stranger. That is, until her hyper-active terrier starts talking and an ancient demon decides to kill her from his perch on the back of her toilet.

Lizzie learns she’s a demon slayer, fated to square off with the devil’s top minion in, oh about two weeks. Sadly, she’s untrained, unfit and under attack. Grandma’s gang of seventy-something biker witches promises to whip Lizzie into shape in no time, as long as she joins them out on the road. But Lizzie wants nothing to do with all this craziness. She simply wants her normal life back. When she accidentally botches the spell meant to protect her, she only has one choice – trust the utterly delicious but secretive man who claims to be her protector.

Dimitri Kallinikos has had enough. Cursed by a demon centuries ago, his formerly prominent clan has dwindled down to himself and his younger twin sisters, both of whom are now in the coma that precedes certain death. To break the curse, he must kill the demon behind it. Dimitri needs a slayer. At long last, he’s found Lizzie. But how do you talk a girl you’ve never met into going straight to Hell? Lie (and hope she forgives you). Dimitri decides to pass himself off as Lizzie’s fated protector in order to gain her trust and guide her towards this crucial mission. But will his choice to deceive her cost them their lives, or simply their hearts?

Who was your favorite Character: Dimitri, though he did lie a few times.

How did you feel after reading it: Happy to read the next one.

Questions/Comments: Paranormal Romance

Defensive Magic by Kate Baray

Title: Defensive Magic

Author: Kate Baray

Date Read: Jan 2017

Number of Pages: 235

Why did you read it: Lost Library 3

What was it about: After an exhausting trip to Europe, Lizzie and John come home wanting nothing more than peace and quiet. Instead, Lizzie finds a death threat on her pillow, and John must fight a challenger to his position as Texas Pack Alpha--and in his backyard. What will the neighbors think?

Soon Lizzie and John find themselves fighting for their lives. But who is masterminding the attacks? Is it Lizzie's old arch-rival Worth? Or an even greater threat?

And where is Lizzie and John's relationship headed now?

Who was your favorite Character: Lizzie

How did you feel after reading it: These books are good. I was hoping for more of them but all I can find about Lizzie and John are some novellas.

Questions/Comments: Paranormal Romance

Spirited Legacy by Kate Baray

Title: Spirited Legacy

Author: Kate Baray

Date Read: Jan 2017

Number of Pages: 241

Why did you read it: Lost Library 2

What was it about: Lizzie receives an offer she can't refuse—an internship at the Lost Library, home to hundreds of magical books. And to make the deal even sweeter, her prospective boss has offered to act as her magic mentor. What’s a girl to say, but yes? Except…there are the questions of her unresolved love affair, her recently acquired arch enemy, and a haunting past.

Can Lizzie tackle a new job, learn the magical ropes of spell casting, and save her relationship with an amazing man—all while eluding her nemesis? She’ll sure as hell try.

Join Lizzie as she muddles through another magical adventure, with old friends and new, making the most of what life—and the afterlife—throw at her.

Who was your favorite Character: Lizzie

How did you feel after reading it: I’m liking these books. They keep me interested and at one point I didn’t want to read anymore because I was worried about what was going to happen to Lizzie and John.

Questions/Comments: Paranormal Romance

Lost Library by Kate Baray

Title: Lost Library

Author: Kate Baray

Date Read: Jan 2017

Number of Pages: 233

Why did you read it: Lost Library book 1

What was it about: John Braxton arrives unannounced on Lizzie’s doorstep. Little does she know that when she invites him for a drink on the porch, Lizzie opens the door to a secret world of Lycan, magic, spelled books, and a power hungry mastermind. Caught up in one man’s search for power, Lizzie soon begins to uncover surprising secrets about her own past and powers—but not before stumbling upon a library like no other. And romance with a serious but sexy Lycan? It might just happen…

Take a romp through the life of the quirky and well-meaning Lizzie as she discovers exactly what it means to live with magic

Who was your favorite Character: Lizzie

How did you feel after reading it: It was a good book and a quick read. I was a little confused about Kenna and Max because they suddenly were an item and that whole thing was brushed over rather quickly.

Questions/Comments: Paranormal Romance

The Haunted Fixer Upper by Rose Pressey

Title: The Haunted Fixer Upper

Author: Rose Pressey

Date Read: Jan 2017

Number of Pages: 276

Why did you read it: A Haunted Renovation Mystery 2

What was it about: Alabama Hargrove is headed South to meet the family of her hunky handyman boyfriend, Reed O’Hara. On the way, she stumbles on a grand, old house and catches the renovating bug again. Reed and Alabama purchase the house, but when he discovers the lifeless body of the previous owner, Alabama must clear his name before their renovating days are over. This small town has secrets, and so does the house… it's up to Alabama to solve the mystery or possibly be haunted for life.

Who was your favorite Character: Reed

How did you feel after reading it: It was interesting, nice that I didn’t need to read the first book to understand the characters.

Questions/Comments: Paranormal Mystery

Forever His by Shelly Thacker

Title: Forever His
Author: Shelly Thacker
Date Read: Jan 2017
Number of Pages: 375
Why did you read it: Looked Good Stolen Bride Series
What was it about: On New Year's Eve, she tumbles 700 years back in time--and into the bed of a darkly dangerous knight.
Sir Gaston de Varennes wanted a docile bride who would fit into his plans for vengeance and justice, but a trick of time finds him married to a thoroughly modern American lady who turns his castle, his life, and his heart upside down. Will her desperate secret tear them apart after only a few bittersweet weeks of stolen passion--or will they conquer mistrust, treachery, and time itself to discover a love that spans the centuries?
Who was your favorite Character: Celine
How did you feel after reading it: It was good though kind of odd. I didn't mind the whole going to the past and bringing ideas from the future. I don't expect my books to be factual.  
Questions/Comments: Time Travel Romance