Mercy Thompson returns in the seventh novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

Mercy Thompson’s life has undergone a seismic change. Becoming the mate of Adam Hauptman—the charismatic Alpha of the local werewolf pack—has made her a stepmother to his daughter Jesse, a relationship that brings moments of blissful normalcy to Mercy’s life. But on the edges of humanity, what passes for a minor mishap on an ordinary day can turn into so much more…

After an accident in bumper-to-bumper traffic, Mercy and Jesse can’t reach Adam—or anyone else in the pack for that matter. They’ve all been abducted.

Through their mating bond, all Mercy knows is that Adam is angry and in pain. With the werewolves fighting a political battle to gain acceptance from the public, Mercy fears Adam’s disappearance may be related—and that he and the pack are in serious danger. Outclassed and on her own, Mercy may be forced to seek assistance from any ally she can get, no matter how unlikely.

I’ve been a huge fan of the Mercy Thompson series for years now. I was devastated when I didn’t like the 6th book, and I wasn’t going to go out and buy the 7th book. I actually stuck with that…someone else bought it for me. Thankfully, I loved Frost Burned. It is full of action, romance, and adventure. I’ve been really busy this quarter, so I haven’t had very much time to read, but I soared through this book as soon as I picked it up. Loved it!

One thing about Frost Burned that’s really going to appeal to fans of this series is that it. has. Adam’s. Point. of. View. It’s the first time in the series that that’s happened, and it was awesome!!! Adam’s POV is a little bland and harsh, but that’s also part of Adam’s personality. They weren’t my favorite chapters, but I was thrilled that I had a chance to get into his head.

Another thing that I loved about Frost Burned was that the coolness of the book was sort of spread out into different stages. The first part of Frost Burned is about the werewolves getting kidnapped and Mercy trying to track them down. I will admit that there were a few boring parts mixed into it, but it wasn’t to an extent that ticked me off. The second part (without giving anything away) is more about Adam, the fae, and magic. And finally, the third part of the book is more about the vampires. There are so many elements to this book that it will blow your mind more than once. And because there was SO much happening in the book, I didn’t see everything that was coming. It was really intense, but really awesome.

I don’t really have anything negative to say about Frost Burned, but I do have a few things that bothered me a tiny bit. First, there’s already been a book about the werewolves getting kidnapped. I think it was either the first or second book. We’ve been there and done that. I want something new. Second, Mercy’s character is a lot more intense than she was toward the beginning of the series. This series definitely is not a light and airy read, but the last few books are more emotionally draining than usual. Third, something needs to be done with Adam and Mercy. My problem with the 6th book was that they got married and that made the book cheesy. This book wasn’t about the honeymooning phase, so they didn’t bother me. But the topic of kids did come up in this book, and I’m afraid of the cheese factor that might come up in the next book. There is a chance that I won’t be bothered in the upcoming books, but I’m really nervous now that Adam and Mercy are officially together.

If you haven’t read the Mercy Thompson series, or if you just haven’t made that transition to adult books yet, I would highly recommend this series. And I have to stress that adult books are NOT all dirty and what not like a lot of people think. These are urban fantasy books. They are full of action and magic, and yes…there is some romance, too. But I have never read an urban fantasy or a paranormal fantasy book that made me uncomfortable. Current fans of Patricia Briggs will LOVE this book! I’m slightly devastated that I have to wait for the next one now.

If you’re looking for something similar to read, I would recommend the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews and the Cassie Palmer series by Karen Chance.

Pages: 342

Publication Date: March 5th, 2013

Publisher: Ace

Rating: :

Teaser Quote: “Do they always flirt with biblical quotes?” Asil asked Tad.

In long-suffering tones, Tad said, “They can flirt with the periodic table or a restaurant menu. We’ve learned to live with it. Get a room you guys.”

You should never judge a book by its cover.

Sure…but they never said we couldn’t admire them. Cover of the Week pays homage to the beautiful and eye catching graphics that grace the covers of our young adult titles.

This week’s cover of the week goes to Unchosen by Michele Vail

Release Date: November, 2013

Heidi Acosta was born on Long Island, New York. Moving around a lot when she was younger, she has lived in New York, Arizona, New York (again), Washington, Georgia, and Florida, in that order. Each place offered her something special, but she will always consider New York her home.
Heidi started writing as soon as she could spell. When she was three, Heidi’s mother gave her a copy of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods; thus beginning her lifelong love affair with literature.
Writing soon also became a form of therapy for Heidi, when she realized that no matter what was happening in her life, she could find emotional escape while writing. Some of her earliest stories featured her as a princess who explored new worlds with her horse Buttercup. If it sounds romantic, it wasn’t, there was no prince charming in those fairy lands (boys where yucky).
Heidi now resides in Florida with her husband, very active daughter, one hyper Chihuahua, two sweet cats, and one very fat moody cat.
Barbie Girl is the first Novel of Heidi’s new, four-book, Baby Doll Series: Barbie Girl, Barbie World, Doll Face, and Southern Sugar.

Can you tell us about your newest book, Barbie Girl?

Barbie Girl is not what you expect when you read the title. Barbie is far from your typical Barbie Girl. Life is not easy for her, she has a dramatic life. Falling for Dylan is the last thing she wants or expects.

On your website, you said that you would want Taylor Momsem to play Barbie. Can we assume you’re a Gossip Girl fan?

I have never watched an episode! Can you believe that? I however love all the actors and when I get time I plan on watching all of the seasons.

What was your favorite scene to write in Barbie Girl?

I loved the last chapter and the ending.

Barbie’s home life was heartbreaking. Was it difficult at times to write about it?

Yes at times it was so hard to write, but I knew I needed to tell her important story. Sometimes I would have to take a break and walk away from it. I think that Barbie Girl touches on some important issues that are not always talked about. Such as drug abuse, neglect, and some deep seeded issues Barbie has from living such a harsh life.

What inspired you to write Barbie Girl?

She was a character from another story I was writing, she outshined the others with her personality. I wanted to know what made her the way she was. What was her home life like? And it just started to grow from there.

What can readers expect from the second book in the series, Barbie World?

I think the readers will fall for Dylan in a different way than last time. Dylan learned his lesson and he wants Barbie back. He has to prove himself this time. There are some great Third moments.

Will we get to meet any new characters in the second book?

Yes you meet four new ones. A new boy that keeps Dylan on his toes and Roe, Barbie’s cousin she did not know she had.

How many books are you planning for the Baby Doll series?

There is going to be four as of now, the third is Katie’s story, and the fourth is Everett’s.

Is there anything else you’re working on?

I am finishing up Katie’s story as well as working on a new paranormal romance.

What is the best book you’ve read recently?

I am in the middle of reading Keeping Never by C.M Stunich. I love the rawness of C.M Writing.

What is currently on your To-Be-Read pile?

You mean my million high to be read pile? At the top is, Loves second Chance by L.P Dover, The Collector by Victoria Scott, and Finale by Becca Fitzpatrick.

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly event that is hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine and spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating.

“Rae Carson has proved she’s a master and has shaken up the YA genre.”-USAToday.com

The epic and deeply satisfying conclusion to Rae Carson’s Fire and Thorns trilogy. The seventeen-year-old sorcerer-queen will travel into the unknown realm of the enemy to win back her true love, save her country, and uncover the final secrets of her destiny.

“Carson joins the ranks of writers like Kristin Cashore, Megan Whalen Turner, and Tamora Pierce as one of YA’s best writers of high fantasy.”-Locus magazine

Elisa is a fugitive in her own country. Her enemies have stolen the man she loves in order to lure her to the gate of darkness. As she and her daring companions take one last quest into unknown enemy territory to save Hector, Elisa will face hardships she’s never imagined. And she will discover secrets about herself and her world that could change the course of history. She must rise up as champion-a champion to those who have hated her most. Riveting, surprising, and achingly romantic, Rae Carson has spun a bold and powerful conclusion to her extraordinary trilogy.

The Bitter Kingdom (Fire and Thorns #3) by Rae Carson

Published by Greenwillow Books

To be released on August 27th, 2013

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by MizB over at Should Be Reading!

To participate all you have to do is:

•Grab your current read

•Open to a random page

•Share “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page

•BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS!

(make sure what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)

Today’s teaser comes from Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea by April Genevieve Tucholke

Release Date: August 15th, 2013

Published by: Dial

You stop fearing the devil when you’re holding his hand…

Nothing much exciting rolls through Violet White’s sleepy, seaside town…until River West comes along. River rents the guesthouse behind Violet’s crumbling estate, and as eerie, grim things start to happen, Violet begins to wonder about the boy living in her backyard. Is River just a crooked-smiling liar with pretty eyes and a mysterious past? Or could he be something more? Violet’s grandmother always warned her about the Devil, but she never said he could be a dark-haired boy who takes naps in the sun, who likes coffee, who kisses you in a cemetery…who makes you want to kiss back. Violet’s already so knee-deep in love, she can’t see straight. And that’s just how River likes it.

Blending faded decadence and the thrilling dread of gothic horror, April Genevieve Tucholke weaves a dreamy, twisting contemporary romance, as gorgeously told as it is terrifying—a debut to watch.

“His name is River West,” Sunshine slipped in. “And Violet’s decided she’s going to be mad as a hatter in love with him.”

“That’s not remotely true,” I said, looking at her with my penetrating, know-it-all gaze. “That couldn’t be less true.”

But Sunshine was dead right, and we both knew it. (ARC pg 24-25.)

“As if the Devil wouldn’t have a better place to spend his time than our cemetery,” Sunshine said. “He could be roaming the seedy back alleys of Paris, or stealing souls in a New Orleans graveyard, or running around the red-light district in Amsterdam. But no…he chooses Echo, the fool.” (ARC pg 87.)