Books
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Guest Post: The Secret History: A Novel of Empress Theodora by Stephanie Thornton
In addition to reading and reviewing this exotic and intoxicating novel about Empress Theodora, the author Stephanie Thornton wrote an engrossing guest post about the Plague! I will secretly admit to having an equally morbid obsession about the Plague as well! Without further ado please welcome Stephanie Thornton to The Lit Bitch:
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Review: The Secret History: A Novel of Empress Theodora by Stephanie Thornton
The exotic flavor of the east is resonating and glowing off every page of this novel! In sixth century Constantinople there is a woman who will change history. A woman who comes from nothing, rising above numerous struggles to become one of the most powerful women in the Roman Empire. Theodora’s family isn’t exactly wealthy. Her father trains bears and her mother is an actress and dancer. Though they aren’t completely destitute, money isn’t exactly in abundance but they are managing. That is until Theodora’s father dies. Next thing she knows, they are penniless. Soon, she is faced with starving on the street. Theodora vows to not let this happen.…
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Special Feature: A Love By Any Measure Book Cover Redesign
Are you looking for something that will add a little splash of sexy to your summer reading? Well why not pick up this sizzling historic romance this summer? Author Killian McRae’s novel A Love By Any Measure has it all. Love, lust, and history. This is very much an adult Cinderella tale of love and romance….ALBAM is a fiery romance with an ending you don’t see coming and will surprise you. A beautiful story of love which is strong enough to bring light even to the darkest and unfortunate circumstances life has to offer. The one thing that I struggled with when I reviewed the novel was the cover design. I…
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Review: Astor Place Vintage by Stephanie Lehmann
New York City has always been known for its diversity and innovation. It’s a city in a perpetual state of movement and change. In a little shop in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, vintage clothing store owner, Amanda, finds her life in utter chaos. She is about to turn thirty nine, no children and no husband….in fact she is actually having a long standing affair with a married man. Not to mention she is on the brink of financial ruin. But rather than do anything about her sorry state, she is more or less ignoring it all together. Amanda gets a call from an older woman who is dying of cancer…
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Review: The King’s Deception (Cotton Malone #8) by Steve Berry
Everyone knows Elizabeth I was one of the most influential rulers of England. She defeated the Armada, never married and was thus known as the virgin queen. But what if what you thought you knew about her was all wrong? What is she, wasn’t really a she after all? What if Elizabeth I was a man in drag? That’s the controversial stance that Steve Berry explores in his exciting new spy novel, The King’s Deception. Cotton Malone has more or less retired from the world of international intrigue, espionage, and spy games and now runs a second hand bookstore in Denmark. His fifteen year old son, Gary, has just learned…
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Announcement: Winner of The Lemon Orchard by Luanne Rice
And the winner of The Lemon Orchard by Luanne Rice and the book inspired tote bag is….. Rhonda L (follows on Twitter) The winner will be notified via email. Thank you to everyone who entered and a huge thank you to Viking/Penguin for making this giveaway possible!
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Review: The Arrow Chest by Robert Parry
Ghostly hauntings, forbidden love, high society, the occult….what could be more thrilling? The Arrow Chest is a haunting Gothic tale of love set in the Victorian era with a distinct Tudor element. Painter Amos Roselli has been in love with his childhood friend and muse, Daphne for years. Daphne has modeled for a number of Roselli’s paintings for years, but when the rich industrialist Lord Oliver Ramsey of Bowlend commissions Roselli for a portrait he discovers the course of Roselli’s inspiration–the strikingly beautiful Daphne. Ramsey pursues Daphne with vigor and vengeance, ultimately winner her hand. A marriage to Ramsey is ideal for Daphne. He is rich and can offer her a…
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Special Feature: The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert BOOK TRAILER
On October 1st 2013, embark on a magical and enchanting journey around the world with NY Times bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert! Gilbert is the best selling author of Eat, Pray, Love and on October 1st, she will release her first novel in twelve years, The Signature of All Things. Ironically, I would say the most commonly asked question from my reads is if I have read Eat, Pray, Love….I have to admit, I have not. I have seen the movie though which I am sure doesn’t come close to the book itself. When a book starts receiving lots of hype I usually try and steer clear until the hype dies…
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Announcement: Free on Kindle MARILYN’S RED DIARY by E.Z. Friedel
Just a quick exciting announcement for my readers, this summer I will be reviewing the new Marilyn Monroe novel, part true story part fiction, MARILYN’S RED DIARY by E.Z Friedel. If you want to get in on this salacious new novel about the iconic woman then here is your chance! On two special days you can get a your own copy for FREE on Amazon! On July 2nd and Aug 5th download your free copy on Amazon Kindle! Using shocking new information, E.Z. Friedel creates a dramatic, fictional account of what might have happened to the iconic and troubled star. The people who tried to protect her, and those who…
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Giveaway: The Lemon Orchard by Luanne Rice
If you are looking for a sweeping novel to carry you away this summer, than this is the novel for you! Not 100% sure about the novel yet? Simply check out an except from the novel in the guest post! If that doesn’t entice you then check out my review! This novel is a refreshing tale or love, loss, self discovery, and the power of compassion and friendship! Thanks to the publisher, I am thrilled to be able to offer a copy of The Lemon Orchard and a tote bag for your enjoyment! Giveaway runs 7/1/13 to 7/8/13 Winners will be announced 7/9/13. (how to enter) On this blog you…