A VERY MYSTIC CHRISTMAS by Belinda Boring

Title:  A VERY MYSTIC CHRISTMAS

Series:  The Mystic Wolves, bonus - Christmas novella

Author:  Belinda Boring

Publish Date:   12.07.2013

Publisher:  Moonstruck Media

Category /Genre:  Paranormal Romance, Fantasy

Recommended for:  18+ due to sexual content

Received from:  Belinda Boring (in exchange for an honest review)

Date completed: 09.21.14; 12.18.15

Goodreads link:  A VERY MYSTIC CHRISTMAS

 

Description from the publisher:

Join the holiday festivities by taking a magical trip down memory lane with author Belinda Boring's bestselling Mystic Wolves.

In this heartfelt Christmas novella, readers can enjoy tender, funny, and swoon worthy moments with characters they've grown to love--memories such as "Ho, Ho, Who?", "Wish Upon A Star," and "Love, Santa." Also included are delicious recipes of treats that are guaranteed to make your mouth water!

So, snuggle under a blanket before the fire, pour yourself a cup of steaming hot chocolate, and reminisce with Mason, Darcy, Devlin, Daniel, and Vlad

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MY REVIEW

5 CROWNS

 

A bonus novella placed between Forever Changed and Savage Possession.  You do need to have read the previous books in order to understand the characters and their relationships.

 

This book is meant to be a relaxing wink to the season providing a glimpse into the lives of the characters we have come to love and embrace as part of our own heart-family.  It delivers exactly that.  Starting with a Christmas wish for you, dear reader, – a letter from the characters.

 

A memory shared between Mason and Jasmine, Vlad’s Angel, Pranking Daniel, Darcy and Mason’s first Christmas, and a glimpse into the love Devlin holds for his niece – these are the stories of seasonal enchantment gifted to us from the pen of Belinda Boring.

 

Grammar/editing:  B – a few small errors

 

The Mystic Wolves series:

1. The Mystic Wolves
2. Forget Me Not
3. Testing Fate
4. Forever Changed

A Very Mystic Christmas (bonus novella)

5. Savage Possession
6. Darkness Unleashed
7. Last Wolf Standing

Other Books from Belinda Boring:

• Broken Promises
• Enchanted Hearts
• Paranormal Pantry
• Loving Liberty
• A Midsummer Night’s Fling
• Blood Oath
• Jagged Edges
• Bittersweet Melody

The Story of Us series:

1. Wanderlust
2. Shattered

Brianna Lane series:

1. Broken Promises
2. Broken Trust
3. Broken Illusions

 

 

AMAZON-US

BARNES&NOBLE

 

 "Surprise, beautiful." He brushed a faint kiss over my lips, leaving an even fainter taste of something behind. I couldn't help it. I licked my lips and caught the familiar flavor of mint.

 

"Mmmm." I touched his mouth again, hoping to capture more as I licked the pad of my thumb. "Peppermint?"

 

"Candy cane. I couldn't resist swiping one from the Christmas tree in the main living room." He winked and my insides flip flopped. Mason didn't hold himself back when it came to flirting with me and I wondered if I'd ever get used to it.

 

"Well, it was delicious."

 

"Then, by all means, have another taste."

FOREVER CHANGED by Belinda Boring

Title:  FOREVER CHANGED

Series:  The Mystic Wolves, #4

Author:  Belinda Boring

Publish Date:   10.20.13

Publisher:  Moonstruck Media

Category /Genre:  Paranormal Romance, Fantasy

Recommended for:  18+ due to mild sexual content and violence

Received from:  Belinda Boring (in exchange for an honest review)

Tour by:  Read Between the Lines

Goodreads link:  FOREVER CHANGED

Date completed: 02.26.14

 

Description from the publisher:

Waking up after an amazing night with her new husband and mate, nothing could've prepared Darcy for the epic bombshell Devlin dropped—explaining her heritage and revealing truths that completely blow her mind. When all she wants is to settle into marital bliss and Pack life, Darcy's world is once again thrown into turmoil, forced to face a challenge that may very well break her and Mason.

Not one to sit back and watch the one he loves more than life itself in danger, Mason immediately formulates a plan of action—taking a small group of trusted friends across the United States in the hot pursuit of answers. Time is running out, though. With each attempt to control Darcy's wild magic thwarted, and the dark presence of evil dogging their every move, they will be left with no other choice but to make a stand—fight or risk losing everything they cherish most.

Decisions will be made. Love will be pushed to the breaking point. Mason and Darcy face their greatest challenge to date, one that will leave them ... FOREVER CHANGED?

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MY REVIEW

5 CROWNS

Book 4 in The Mystic Wolves series; these must be read in order.

I finished this book in tears.  Great big, hiccupping, sobbing tears.  As long as I’m around, nobody cries alone and my heart was breaking for Mason.  Now in case you don’t know me personally, I’ll tell you, I am the eternal optimist.  It is my super power.  So here is the silver lining.  There IS a next book.  That means Darcy WILL be back, but until then, I’m sure Mason and I are not alone in holding our breath.

So, why was I crying?  Well, let me tell you.  This ending just tore me to pieces.  I want Darcy and Mason (and everyone else I’ve come to love in this series) to have their HEAs, but as life will have it, first come the baptisms by fire, sword, and betrayal.  I want to scream, “Enough!” but it’s out of my hands.  So we hold on for the ride and cheer the small victories when we can, and lament our losses.

I am so glad I am reading this series.  If you haven’t started, start now.  Ms. Boring will be another author I Facebook stalk.   I must know as soon as the next book is released!  Luckily, I do still have the Christmas novella to hold me over.

Grammar/editing:  B – a few small errors

Other books in the Mystic Wolves series:

1. The Mystic Wolves
2. Forget Me Not
3. Testing Fate
4. Forever Changed
5. A Very Mystic Christmas (bonus novella)
6. Savage Possession (not yet released)

Other Books from this Author:

• Enchanted Hearts
• Paranormal Pantry
• Loving Liberty
• Broken Promises
• A Midsummer Night’s Fling
• Blood Oath
• Jagged Edges

 

 

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“There’s no need to challenge.  If Devlin needs time, let’s give it to him.”

“He lied to you,” Mason blasted.  “All this time he knew there was a threat and he said nothing. He knew why your connection to me was so sporadic and instead of easing your confusion, he continued with this masquerade.”  Mason glared over my shoulder at Devlin.  “Do you even understand what that did to her?  Do you?  She doubted herself.  She doubted her wolf.  She thought she was inferior, and all this time you knew why!”  Stepping around me, Mason shoved his friend.  “You knew!  How could you watch her falling apart with uncertainty and say nothing?”

Daniel quickly moved, just in case Devlin retaliated.  As much as my heart was breaking over being kept in the dark, watching the pain between the two of them killed me.  What happened next would define their future relationship and, as a result, mine.

 

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TESTING FATE by Belinda Boring

Title:  TESTING FATE

Series:  The Mystic Wolves, #3

Author:  Belinda Boring

Publish Date:   03.27.13

Publisher:  Blushing Heart Press

Category /Genre:  Paranormal Romance, Fantasy

Recommended for:  16+ (sex is alluded, but not graphic)

Received from:  Belinda Boring (in exchange for an honest review)

Tour by:  Read Between the Lines

Date completed: 02.17.14

Goodreads link: Testing Fate

Description from the publisher:

Nothing burns as bright as the flames of the refiner’s fire.

Moments after hearing the Council sentence her enemy to life imprisonment for attempted murder and illegal use of magic, Darcy is whisked away by the Fates—accused of tampering with destiny.  The cherished dream she shared with Mason has been called into question, placing doubt about whether they are actually true mates.  To resolve it, a price must be paid—the Heart or Death—a grueling series of tests designed to reveal a person’s worth.

The stakes are high and Darcy finds herself facing the unknown in conditions that leave her more vulnerable than she’s ever been.  Separated from Mason and her Pack, with Devlin as her only companion, she is pushed to her very limits.  She must succeed—or lose everything.

Will she crumble under the pressure or emerge stronger for testing fate?

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Book 3 in The Mystic Wolves series; these must be read in order.

TESTING FATE picks up exactly where FORGET ME NOT leaves off.

I am late posting this, because I just could not force myself to read it too quickly.  I wanted to savor every word, live every moment with these characters.

From the very first paragraph of this story, the action was pushing me along.  I was holding my breath with Darcy at the disorientation of being removed from the courtroom and landing in the home of the Fates.  Even though Klothos admits that she guided their dreams and that neither Darcy nor Mason asked for her intervention, the other two Fates demand that Darcy and Mason be tested to prove that their love was destined.  They are sentenced to Heart or Death, a series of trials to determine their resolve and their character.  The Fates seem capricious, and honestly, life is unpredictable at times so that should be no surprise.  First there is the insistence that Darcy and Mason prove themselves, when they didn't instigate this situation.  Then they are told they must complete the trials with no memory of each other – therefore, not knowing why they are going through these tests, just that they must.  The final blow is when they are stripped of their wolves and must face it all as humans.  I won't go any further, because I don't want to spoil anything for you, but I will say it is all worth it. 

Then there is the ending.  That is a real WTF moment!  Ms. Boring has been called the queen of cliffhangers.  She is, and we are all her willing masochists.  I know I am willing because her stories must be read.  I need to know what happens next.  Thank God I have the next book and the Christmas novella already in my little hands.  Expect those reviews to be posted soon.

Grammar/editing:  B – a few small errors

Other books in the Mystic Wolves series:

1. The Mystic Wolves
2. Forget Me Not
3. Testing Fate
4. Forever Changed
5. A Very Mystic Christmas (bonus novella)

Other Books from this Author:

• Enchanted Hearts
• Paranormal Pantry
• Loving Liberty
• Broken Promises
• A Midsummer Night’s Fling
• Blood Oath
• Jagged Edges

 

“But, do you truly understand what you’re saying?  Are you willing to put Darcy and your Pack through more attempts like Amber’s?  Are you willing to fight a challenge with every suitor that comes along?”

“Yes.  If that’s what is needed, then I will beat them all!”  Mason’s body stiffened with determination and I could only imagine what his wolf was experiencing below the surface.  Male werewolves were dominant and extremely territorial.  I had no doubt Mason would fight to the death, as many times as he needed to, in order to keep me by his side.

“I am sure you would, young Alpha.  But are you willing to have Darcy do that as well?  Will you be able

to watch her fight to the death?  Is your pride worth the risk?  Are you willing to test fate?”

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AMAZON-US

 

 

 

originally posted 02.21.14 on my previous website

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FORGET ME NOT by Belinda Boring

Title:  FORGET ME NOT

Series:  The Mystic Wolves, #2

Author:  Belinda Boring

Publish Date:   05.2012

Publisher:  Blushing Heart Press

Category /Genre:  Paranormal Romance, Fantasy

Recommended for:  16+

Received from:  Belinda Boring (in exchange for an honest review)

Tour by:  Read Between the Lines

Goodreads:  Forget Me Not

Date completed: 02.03.14

 

Description from the publisher:

Only a fool would think they could steal from a werewolf …

Anticipating a quiet night alone with the man she loves, Darcy’s world is sent into a spin with the arrival of someone from the past—Mason’s.  She is further shocked by the intruder’s claim she may not even be the true mate of the Mystic Wolves Alpha.  Accusations start to fly, leading to her new enemy being granted asylum, and this is just the beginning of trouble.

Relying on the reassurances of Mason and the support of her friends and Pack, Darcy soon falls under attack.  Suspicions are raised, and with no other choice, she must flee with Devlin to safety where hopefully they can untangle the lies hidden behind the use of magic.  Time is quickly ticking away, leading to a showdown where everything is on the line.

They need to uncover the truth before it’s too late, or once again, Darcy will need to fight to hold onto her dreams.

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This is book 2 in The Mystic Wolves series. These must be read in order.

 

FORGET ME NOT picks up exactly where THE MYSTIC WOLVES leaves off. 

Alone at home and enjoying some couple time, three weeks before their mating ritual, Darcy and Mason are interrupted by Amber.  Amber is claiming that she is to be mated to Mason and is determined to make her dreams come true.  Between accusations and attacks, Amber has been granted asylum with the Mystic Wolves Pack, while Darcy and Mason are in a race to discover the villain orchestrating their troubles.

 

OMG that ending!  Thank the Gods and Goddesses I have the boxed set and can continue immediately.  Once again Ms. Boring has produced a story that will transport you to another reality.  Life (and hours) disappeared while I was engrossed in the fast-paced page-turner.

 

Grammar/editing:  B – a few small errors

 

Other books in the Mystic Wolves series:

1. The Mystic Wolves
2. Forget Me Not
3. Testing Fate
4. Forever Changed
5. A Very Mystic Christmas (bonus novella)

Other Books from this Author:

• Enchanted Hearts
• Paranormal Pantry
• Loving Liberty
• Broken Promises
• A Midsummer Night’s Fling
• Blood Oath
• Jagged Edges

 

 

“Excuse me?”

I looked the woman up and down.  It irritated me how she hung on Mason, as if she had every right in the world to do it.  I growled and stepped forward, ready to go to war for the man I loved.  I didn’t even care about whatever excuse she would give for invading our lives with her false presumptions—I was pissed. I could feel the change happening, and I smiled.  Judging from the way she blanched, I knew my fangs must have shown.

“Darcy, stop.”  Mason’s voice broke through my anger, and luckily for him he’d moved away from her. “This is Amber, and it’s not what it seems.”

“Who is this, Mason?  And why does she think she has a hold over you?”  Amber asked.

The syrupy sweetness of her tone set my teeth on edge, and I launched myself at her.

AMAZON-US

BARNES&NOBLE

iTUNES

SMASHWORDS

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originally posted 02.21.14 on my previous website

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