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    Reviews, reviews, reviews …

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    jinx.jpgSo I’ve been getting e-mails from some folks who have read and reviewed Jinx in anticipation of the book’s Sept. 2 release date. They’ve all had really nice things to say, so I thought I’d share links to some of the reviews. (I think I have everyone’s name and site right; if not, please let me know):

    Heather at Errant Dreams

    Paula at Fresh Fiction

    Leslie at Paranormal Romance

    Debbie at CK2S Kwips and Kritiques

    And I know Susan has done a review for Front Street Reviews. But I don’t think that one’s been posted just yet …

    Updated to add: Tia at Fantasy Debut

    Updated again to add: Kimberly at Darque Reviews

    Updated yet again to add: Carrie at The Book Girl (review of Karma Girl)

    It always amazes me that people take the time to read my books in the first place, much less review them (and actually like them!). So thanks, everyone. Your time and words have made my day. :ww:

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    Blogs, blogs everywhere …

    I’m going to be doing quite a few guest blogs in September in honor of Jinx’s release, so I thought I’d give you guys the roundup:

    Aug. 28: My regular post at Romancing the Blog and another one at Magical Musings.

    Aug. 31: Fantasy Debut

    Sept. 2: Danette’s Chatting Lounge

    Sept. 4: Simply Romance

    Sept. 8: Tote Bags ‘n’ Blogs

    Sept. 19: Star-Crossed Romance

    Of course, I’ll do reminder posts here to direct traffic to the other Web sites. If I’ve missed anyone or screwed up the dates, please let me know.

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    Weekend plans …

    Okay, I’ve been goofing off all week reading and watching the Olympics.

    Time to get back in the saddle, read through the second draft of Assassin 2, and get to work on that. And think about where I want the story to go in Assassin 3. I also think I’m going to work on some workshop proposals for RWA Nationals next year.

    What about you guys? Anyone got big plans this weekend?

  • Recommendations, please …

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    I’m a little burned out reading paranormal romance and urban fantasy right now, so I’ve been thinking about picking up some romantic suspense, epic fantasy, and young adult books. I was wondering what books y’all would recommend in the genres. I’m especially interested in romantic suspense right now.

    So far I’ve read and enjoyed Anne Stuart’s Ice series, and I plan on getting more of Roxanne St. Claire’s Bullet Catchers series (my review of the first book is coming soon). What else is out there? I’m looking for more action adventure-type stories than, say, FBI procedurals or serial killer stories. 

    It’s been a while since I’ve read a really good epic fantasy. I’ve burned through most of the David Eddings and Terry Brooks’ various series, and I’ve read several books in Terry Goodkind’s Sword of Truth series.

    As far as YA goes, I’ve read and enjoyed Rick Riordan’s The Lightning Thief and want to get more of the books in that series. But I’d be interested in both fantasy and non-fantasy YA.

    Got a recommendation? Please share in the comments.

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    A Jinx review …

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    jinx.jpgSo it’s time for the Jinx reviews to start trickling in. Here’s what Romantic Times magazine had to say about the book in the September issue, courtesy reviewer Susan Mobley:

    This addition to Estep’s superhero series is packed with action, humor, romance, a touch of sorrow and just plain fun. The main characters are a delight, especially the hero, and the familiar faces from previous stories will have those who haven’t read them wanting to dig them up. 

    Summary: Life with superheroes is not all it’s made out to be, especially if your superpower is luck, and not always the good kind. Bella Bulluci is worried that her luck will jinx the opening of a museum exhibit, Whimsical Wonders, that she is in charge of.

    And, of course, something goes wrong. Someone attempts to steal the star sapphire that’s the centerpiece of the exhibit, and Bella is kidnapped — or perhaps rescued — by the mysterious Debonair, a teleporting art thief. As Bella gets to know him, she discovers his true identity and enlists his aid in trapping the thieves who, being ubervillains, will once again attempt to steal the sapphire. (Berkley SENSATION, Sep., 320 pp., $7.99) HOT. 4 stars.

    Thanks for the great review, Susan! I’ve also gotten links to some other reviews, which I need to post here on the blog. I’ll try to get to it soon. In the meantime, I’m doing the happy dance over this one.Â