We have a extra copy of "Bloodright" that we wanted to giveaway to OUR Amazing Followers. 

Let's give a GREAT Big Welcome to Karin Tabke today on Book Lovin' Mamas.  =)  

She's our Author Spotlight for April and her Series "Blood Moon Rising" is our Series Spotlight.

You may also know her as Karin Harlow.  

More information on Karin and her Series is found HERE.

Interview with the lovely Karin Tabke:

Thank you, FranJessca for the invite to hang out today!

1. What does a typical writing day look to you?  

It’s supposed to look like this:  Up by 8 a.m. make the coffee and spend one hour tops checking email and fb.  Take hubby and dog for a walk at 9, in the shower by 10:30, begin writing at 11, break for lunch about 1ish, back to writing.  Wrap up writing for the day around 4, kick back and enjoy the rest of the day and evening.  Reality:  Get up at 10ish, spend too many hours on the internet, blow off the walk.  Eat lunch at 2, hang out with my granddaughter.  Sneak in some shopping.  Fix dinner, watch TV with hubby, head up to my office around 9ish, mess around some more on the internet, finally start writing around 11, wrap up around 3:30-4:00, hit the sack.  Rinse and repeat. 

 2. Did you always want to be a writer? 

Yes. 

My imagination.  I wrote my first book in high school. It was a daydream about me and Rod Stewart.  It was really awful.

3. When your not writing, what are your hobbies/interests? 

I love wine.  Napa is my bff. I love to cook and love to shop for just the right ingredients.  I stalk our local Farmer’s Market every Saturday. I grow orchids, or let me rephrase, I’m trying to grow orchids. But my bliss is every second I spend with my granddaughter. 

4. Fun Question: If you could travel to any country, where would you go and what would you do?  

I’m torn.  I’d love to go to England and immerse myself in the history of that country.  But the other half wants to hit up the Italian Riviera and live the life!

5. What Summer Movie(s) are you looking forward to this year? 

21 Jump Street and…is Dark Shadows coming out this summer?  That is a must see for me.

6. Who are some of your Favorite Authors nowadays and who were your favorite Authors when you were a Teenager? 

My favorites as a teenager were Kathleen Woodiwiss (LOVE her stuff!), Rosemary Rodgers, and Katherine Sutcliff.

7. What inspired you to write the Blood Moon Trilogy? 

Sons of Anarchy and Rise of the Lycan. Two of my favorite things, bad boy bikers and sexy shifters.

8. What advice would you give someone who wants to write their own novels one day?  

Just do it.  One word at a time, one after another.  And don’t quit.  And DO NOT OVERTHINK it.  Just let it come.

9. Fun Question: If the Blood Moon Trilogy was ever made into a movie, which actors/actresses would you want to play the characters and why? 

I would have loved the late Andy Whitfield to play Rafa.  Dark and moody Lucien?   A longer, darker-haired, broodier Alex O’Loughlin. Falon?  Hands down Megan Fox.

10. I’ve read in previous interviews from other blogs you have a Cane Corso. Tell us a little bit about her. =) I ask because I also have Cane Corso, he’s a Big Mama’s boy and he’s supposed to be my husband’s dog, but he’s very protective towards his Mama.  

Lucky you! I love Corsos!  They are such a special breed, aren’t they?  My girl, Bella, is a 110 lb lap dog.  She’s a lover, and extremely intelligent.  She trains like a charm and retains it.  She’s a worrier when she detects anxiety or that something isn’t right.  I’ve never owned (or been owned) by such an intuitive dog.  She loves to hop in the car for a long ride or a short one.  She’s friendly but can be guarded with strangers.  My granddaughter can take a bone out of her mouth and Bella gladly gives it up.  I’d love a few more, but they require a lot of care, so, one for now.

And for all the Ladies out there who have considered reading this Trilogy  and haven't had a chance to buy the first book or for the ones who haven't even considered it, but now want to check it out...here's your chance to win a signed copy of the first book in the Trilogy, "Blood Law", from Karin Tabke.  

HAPPY RELEASE DAY to KARIN for "Bloodright", the 2nd book of the "Blood Moon Rising Trilogy" that comes out today.  =)  You can find a review on Bloodright, here:   http://booklovinmamas.blogspot.com/2012/04/review-bloodright-by-karin-tabke.html 

by: Karin Tabke

Publishing Date: 4/3/12

Publisher: Penguin Group

Genre: Erotica & Paranormal Romance

Source: ARC provided by Publisher

Buy: Amazon or Barnes and Noble

Description:

 The coming of the Blood Moon will lead two Lycan packs into war, spur two rival brothers into conflict, and spark an act of vengeance so evil that its effects will be felt for generations.
One woman stands at the center of it all...
After years of waiting, the Blood Law is at last avenged. Lycan Alpha Lucien Mondragon takes revenge on his brother, Rafael. Lucien is poised to slay Rafael's life mate, the Lycan/Slayer half-breed Falon- but cannot complete the kill. For Falon's mystical powers and fiery nature awaken a heart Lucien thought long dead. Instead of ending her life, Lucien defiantly marks Falon as his own, tormenting his brother to insanity and spurning Rafael's blood thirst for his own revenge.
Though terrified by the savage Lucien, Falon finds herself inexplicably drawn to his primal rage and strength by a desire she cannot resist. Torn between the true love she has for Rafael and the burning hunger she holds for Lucien, Falon knows that the will of her heart will lead her to her destined life mate. But it may also doom the Alpha brothers-and the Lycan race-to extinction..

My Review:

I'm in shock.  What just happened?  What the heck?  

What a friggin' cliffhanger!  Definitely didn't expect that at all.   

After finishing this book, I threw my hands up in the air with clenched fists, screaming Why?!!  Don't leave me hanging like that!  This book took me through so many emotional moments, that I'm glad my husband wasn't here to witness it.  He would've took me to a shrink.  He would've told the shrink that I was losing my mind going crazy over fictional characters.  He's right though because I've fallen in love with every character in this book.  I feel so sorry for Falon.  How can you choose over honorable, golden boy, Rafael or dark and dangerous, who hates the laws, Lucien?  I sure can't.

Falon is one strong-willed, dangerous alpha female in this book who put Lucien in his place several times.  

My favorite part in the book is on page 44 when Falon tells Lucien off.  You go girl!!  I love strong ass heroines and she's one of my favorites now after reading this book.  

Some people may find her annoying because she can't choose who she loves, Rafe or Luca?  But...really if you were in her shoes, could you? 

In Blood Law, we got to read about Falon and Rafe together.  I thought Karin couldn't top the scenes she did in that book, but of course she proved me wrong and I'm forever in "Awe" because of it.  

The sex scenes, the emotions, the fight scenes, and even the hilarious moments  in "Bloodright" will have you not wanting to put the book down.  I lost sleep because of this book.  I read it slowly because I know how far December is away.  I wanted to cherish every moment with these characters.
There was so much I loved about this book...it would take me forever to list. 

"Bloodright" picks up where "Blood Law" left off from.  You are thrown into the chaos of Lucien choosing Falon over killing her.  He wanted to play at Rafe's emotions and he definitely did in this book.  Falon of course wants nothing to do with him.  Although, after being with him so long, she finds he's irresistible in a different way than Rafe.  She feels the need to tame the beast in him.  Poor Rafe in this book is forced to do something he doesn't want to.  How could he get over his chosen mate in just a short period time?  

After reading this book though I feel that Falon has 9 lives.  That girl died so many times, it wasn't funny.  The end though is what's going to blow your mind.  I won't give away the spoiler of it.  Just remember to pay attention when you read it.  

I recommend this book to anyone who is a erotica lover, shifter addict (like I am), and isn't afraid to get out of your comfort zone...because there will be times you will  you'll have to put down the book to breathe normally.  This book definitely took me out of my comfort zone, but in a GREAT way.  I don't think I'll ever read a book that tops Karin's writing style ever again.  I thought Laurell K. Hamilton had me out of my comfort zone with her sex scenes.  I definitely was wrong.  Karin Tabke has become the BEST Erotica/Paranormal Romance I've read.

I'm going to be in tears when the next book comes out because that will be the last book.  All things must come to end though.  I will say this, I will be re-reading this books over and over again whenever I want my fix of Luca.  Yes...I'm rooting for Lucien.  I love the dangerous, dark men who need to be tamed. 

If you haven't even thought about reading the Blood Moon Rising Trilogy, what are you waiting for?  

Countdown starts now for "Blood Vow".  Hurry up, December and get here.

Happy April 1st, Everyone!!!  Or otherwise known as April's Fool's Day...but we're not planning on fooling anyone today.  Instead it's time to announce our Author/Series Spotlight for the month of April.

This month we have chosen 

For a long time, controlled chaos ruled Karin’s life. Busy mother of four, owner of her own successful business and wife to a street cop, she harbored thoughts of twisting plots and hot romantic scenes. Now, with only one child left at home and hubby retired from law enforcement, Karin happily pounds out those steamy scenes at her keyboard. Still semi-distracted by her adult children (Yay! no more phone calls from the high school!) and her husband now a successful football coach (Yay! No more worrying when he’s out on the street!), Karin turns out stories about hot cops, bold knights, bad boy werewolves, and the women who bring them to their knees. 
A full-time writer, Karin draws on a lifetime of stories and backdrops that few outside of the law enforcement community ever see, let alone hear about. Controlled chaos now reins supreme through the pages she writes where hot heroes serve, protect, and pleasure from page one to The End.

Don't you just love her Bio.  =)  Even her Bio is FANTASTIC!!

She also writes under the pen name Karin Harlow (paranormal romantic suspense)
You can find her at these sites:
Main Website: http://karintabke.com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/karin.tabke
Twitter: twitter.com/Karintabke
Murder She Writes: www.murdershewrites.com
Wicked Writers: www.thewickedwriters.com

 
For the Series Spotlight of the Month of April, we have chosen the Blood Moon Rising Series.  The newest release "Bloodright" comes out April 3rd which is the 2nd book to the Series, so make sure you buy a copy at your local store or online.  You don't want to miss this fantastic Series that takes you for a Erotic ride.  =)


The coming of the Blood Moon will lead two Lycan packs into war, spur two rival brothers into conflict, and spark an act of vengeance so evil that its effects will be felt for generations.
One woman stands at the center of it all...
After years of waiting, the Blood Law is at last avenged. Lycan Alpha Lucien Mondragon takes revenge on his brother, Rafael. Lucien is poised to slay Rafael's life mate, the Lycan/Slayer half-breed Falon- but cannot complete the kill. For Falon's mystical powers and fiery nature awaken a heart Lucien thought long dead. Instead of ending her life, Lucien defiantly marks Falon as his own, tormenting his brother to insanity and spurning Rafael's blood thirst for his own revenge.
Though terrified by the savage Lucien, Falon finds herself inexplicably drawn to his primal rage and strength by a desire she cannot resist. Torn between the true love she has for Rafael and the burning hunger she holds for Lucien, Falon knows that the will of her heart will lead her to her destined life mate. But it may also doom the Alpha brothers-and the Lycan race-to extinction..
  
COVER REVEAL for 3rd & final book in series:  

Blood Vow
Publishing Date: 12/4/12

by: Karin Tabke

Publishing Date: 5/3/11

Publisher: Berkley Trade

Genre: Paranormal Erotic Romance

Source: Library Book

Buy: Amazon or Barnes and Noble

Description:

 For all eternity, only one thing shall separate them—until the Blood Law is avenged… The coming of the Blood Moon will lead two Lycan packs into war, spur two rival brothers into conflict, and spark an act of vengeance so evil that its effects will be felt for generations. One woman stands at the center of it all. As undisputed Alpha, Rafael must choose a life mate to preserve the dominance of his Lycan pack. He never suspected, his mate would be a human, the same wounded, girl-woman he seduces from the brink of death. Falon is a dangerous combination of Lycan and Slayer—beings bred to destroy his kind. Even more, she’s a mesmerizing beauty whose sensuality tempts the seasoned warrior to take unnecessary risks. The primal heat between them is irresistible, yet surrendering to it could destroy them both…for a vengeful foe stands ready in the shadows to fulfill what is rightfully his by Blood Law.

My Review:

I finished this book October '11 and had to get it back to the library in a hurry. Thanks to my local library for ordering this book so I can read it. I gave it actually 4.5 stars. I enjoyed reading this book and think I will have to buy it eventually for my own collection at home.

 Now onto my opinion of the book. Let me just say I wasn't really into the book at the beginning. I thought it took awhile to get it up to some action and drama that I was used to reading. After a few chapters though, it got really interesting and I had a hard time putting it down. Especially, the sex scenes between the main characters Rafael and Falon. Wow!!!! It got really heated and steamy between them and I don't think I've ever read a book where the characters had so much love and sex with each other except maybe the Anita Blake Series by Laurell K. Hamilton. It even threw in a threesome almost in this book between the two brothers and Falon...but I won't get into how that happened. All I can say is Falon, the poor woman is going through a difficult time in this book and goes through hell...but she is ONE TOUGH CHICK. I loved the ending the most because it left such a KICKASS Cliffhanger that will piss you off. At least it pissed me off because I wasn't expecting it...but in a good way of pissing off. Again, poor Falon...that woman sure has gotten herself into a jam. 

Now onto the characters...my favorite character has to be Falon of course because she's one strong ass female character. In fact she's been the strongest female I've read since "Dark Taste of Rapture" by Gena Showalter. Noelle and Falon would get along very well together. She goes through a lot in this book which anyone would feel sorry for her. At least I definitely did. The woman didn't know who or what she was exactly, but she knew she was different. She's being tracked down by the Slayers, but ends up coming across the Lycans. That is when she meets Rafael who she doesn't think she can trust at first. She doesn't know what world she is landed in when she comes across the Slayers and Lycans, but she has to learn quickly how to survive in their two worlds. 

My thoughts on Rafael in this book is this guy definitely has had it hard too. Not only is he trying to save his pack, but he's also having to deal with his twin brother who has it out for him for killing his mate. Whoever Rafael decides to mate, his twin brother has a right to kill as per the Blood Law. Poor Rafael, if he meets his soulmate, he will be forced to turn her over to be killed by his brother. Who would want that? I almost want to hug him. He'll only know love for awhile...but what if he's willing to fight the Blood Law? Now that is when it gets really interesting. 

You will have to read this book to find out what the brothers are fighting about. I don't want to spoil it for anyone who hasn't read it. I do want to read more about the twin brother though in the next book, which I know will happen. =) You'll also need to read the book to find out what Falon finds out about herself. Karin Tabke definitely knows how to make you sit on the edge of your seat. I look forward to reading the next book in the series and getting to know more about the characters and what happens next.