Hex
and the Single Witch
Vehicle
City Vampires Book One
By
Roxanne Rhoads
Publisher:
Bewitching Books
Genre:
Paranormal Romance / Urban Fantasy
Word
Count: 83,000
Anwyn Rose is descended from a long line of powerful
witches yet she can barely cast spells young witchlings have mastered. She has
one functioning witch gift, the power of knowing, which she puts to good use as
a Detective on Flint’s Preternatural Investigation Team.
It’s a new era in Vehicle City, supernaturals are
running the town.
The P.I.T has their hands full with paranormal
crimes. Top priority is a serial killer, who appears to be a vampire, draining
young women in the city.
Anwyn is on the case with her sexy partner Detective
Mike Malone. Complicating things is her relationship Galen, a vampire who looks
more guilty than innocent, although Anwyn trusts her instincts even if her
power is on the fritz.
Mysterious spells, compromising situations, and a
possible demon on the loose make it hard to focus on the case, but Anwyn has to
make things right before the human police execute the wrong vampire.
Hex
and the Single Witch contains magick, a little bit of mystery, a lot of
supernatural mayhem, and a sexy love triangle that will leave you wanting more.
“So you have a
complete data base storing the images of magick you take with the camera?”
“Yeah, I have
used my talents for combining technology and magick for more than just weapons
and wards for the P.I. T. Crew. I’ve created this camera to record everyone’s
signature magick. With some tweaking, like I did a moment ago, I can also
capture images of magick placed on someone or something. I upload it all into
my magickally altered computer and start sorting out the spells, bindings and
threads layered on you. While I am at it, I can also add your personal magick
signature to my database.”
“How many Others
have you stored in that thing so far?”
“I have almost
every known witch in the area. I have been snapping discreetly, but I don’t
have too many vamps, weres, or demons yet.”
“Wow, amazing. I
didn’t know magick could be caught on film.”
“The wonders of
digital technology are now used magickally. Just look at vamps, for years they
couldn’t be seen on film or in mirrors because of the silver used in film
processing. Now digital technology allows them to use cameras and screens to
see themselves and be caught on camera.”
I was completely
awed by Mel’s abilities. “So how long will it take to unravel all this?”
“It’s going to
take a while and I really need to concentrate. I don’t mean to kick you out
honey, but you know I do my best work when I’m alone.”
“I understand,
Mel. I’ll let you work. Call me as soon as you find something or figure
something out.”
“You bet, Wyn.”
Suddenly a thought seemed to pop into her head, “Hey, are you going to the
Vampire Ball Saturday night?” she asked.
“The Vampire
Ball? You mean that crazy costume party downtown where humans dress up as
vampires not realizing real vampires walk among them?” I snorted, the whole
thing seemed ludicrous to me. Plus, no one asked me to be their date.
Mel’s eyes
narrowed. “Wow, your Gram really has kept you out of the loop. How do you keep
your job as Preternatural Liaison when you don’t know jack about the
supernatural activity in this city? Satinka Tala puts on The Vampire Ball so
preternatural types and humans can mingle—safely, on her terms. Guardians will
be all over the place, making sure no one gets out of hand. And I guess you
didn’t get the P.I.T. Crew memo, team members are encouraged to be there. I
would think because of your job as Liaison it would be a requirement for you.”
Shit. “Sorry
Mel, I didn’t know. I haven’t even checked my mail box at work or my email in
days. This whole Galen-Mike thing has thrown me for a loop and is obviously
keeping me out of it. Not to mention the fact someone is messing with my
personal mojo. And as far as the ball…I was kinda hoping a certain vampire
would invite me.” I looked down at the floor.
“Honey, this is
the twenty-first century and we aren’t in high school, you don’t need a man to
ask you to go anywhere. Nobody asked me and I’m still going, you can be my
date.” Her smile was radiant.
“Okay, Mel. It’s
a date. Now I need to find something to wear.”
“Don’t worry
about it, I have something perfect tucked away in my closet. I bought it but
the color doesn’t work with my skin tone, for you…it’ll be perfect. Come by
tomorrow and we’ll play dress up. Now, I have to get to work on tracing your
bindings.”
“That’s great
Mel, thanks.” I smiled at her realizing I had really missed hanging out with
her.
“That’s what
friends are for, Wyn. Now get the hell outta here.” Laughing she gave me a big
hug and practically shoved me out the door.
Overall:
I am a self admitting cover snob. If you have good art, chances are I will give the book a look. If not, not a chance. Yes, it is a little shallow, but in this world of book marketing, things that catch your eye are naturally going to be things that you gravitate toward. This one was spot on witchy good fun.
Hex and the Single Witch grabbed my attention in the first line by mentioning the Drop Dead Fred song, "I'm Too Sexy." The plot of a witch with magical issues and a murder spree was intriguing to say the least. Read this book with a glass of ice water close by! It has a sizzle you can't resist.
Having the ability to see people's last moments on earth is both a blessing and a curse. Anwyn is partnered with Mike Malone, a hot detective even I wouldn't mind poking around dark alleys with. Galen is a vampire and the other love interest in the story. While I don't want to give too much away, I enjoyed the paranormal elements to the story, the dual romance situation and the hotness factor. If you are searching for a read for Halloween, this will be right up your witchy alley!
4/5
About the Author:
Story strumpet, tome
loving tart, eccentric night owl...these words describe book publicist and
erotic romance author Roxanne Rhoads.
When not fulfilling
one the many roles being a wife and mother of three require, Roxanne's world
revolves around words...reading them, writing them, editing them, and talking
about them. In addition to writing her own stories she loves to read, promote
and review what others write.
Roxanne is the owner of
Bewitching Book Tours and operates Fang-tastic Books, a book blog dedicated to paranormal
and urban fantasy books.
When not reading,
writing, or promoting Roxanne loves to hang out with her family, craft, garden
and search for unique vintage finds.
Visit her online
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Title: Paranormal Pleasures Ten Tales of Supernatural Seduction
ISBN: 978-0615470382
Price: $7.99 print $4.99 ebook
Publication Date: April 2011
Publisher: Bewitching Books
Level of Sensuality: sizzling,
explicit
Summary:
Ten tantalizing, erotic tales of
vampires, witches and demons grace the pages of this short story collection by
Roxanne Rhoads.
Step into the darkness and let these tales tempt and tease to satisfy your paranormal cravings.
Eight of Roxanne Rhoads' previous eBook publications appear in print for the first time, along with two brand new, never before published tales of supernatural love and lust.
Step into the darkness and let these tales tempt and tease to satisfy your paranormal cravings.
Eight of Roxanne Rhoads' previous eBook publications appear in print for the first time, along with two brand new, never before published tales of supernatural love and lust.
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Last Goodbye
New witch Marissa is learning the ropes of being one of The Others. One of her mentors is vampire Deirdre, a tall beauty who really irritates Marissa. Marissa is extremely pissed when she shows up to Dante's Ball and finds Deirdre there with Marissa's recent ex-boyfriend, Jeff. The one she was encouraged to break up with because of his humanity. Deirdre explains her reasons for bringing Jeff and offers to help Marissa say goodbye to him in a way none of them will ever forget
Overkill
Vanessa is tired of her boyfriend Simon’s promiscuous vampire ways and stakes him, repeatedly- not close enough to the heart to kill him but close enough to make it hurt. But now she’s had a change of heart and considers embracing the sexual world of the vampire instead of being jealous of it.
Witch in the Middle
Ariadne is a witch torn between two men, a vampire and a human. Her heart doesn’t want to choose but the men force her to make a decision that could break her heart, unless with the help of the Goddess all three of them can come to a mutually acceptable…and enjoyable agreement.
When It Storms
Devon’s witchy girlfriend becomes insatiable every time a storm rolls around and he’s more than happy to give her exactly what she needs.
Monster Inside
Shannon’s never seen her vampire boyfriend, Logan, vamp out before. Then one night he has to kill to save her life. Can she ever look at him the same way again?
The Questioning Concubine
Elita, a pure blood witch, has come home to find who or what killed her parents and to take her rightful place as the head of the coven. After five years of investigating and exhausting all conventional methods at her disposal, she decides to do the one thing a good witch should never do—summon a demon. The demon is not what she expected. Elita is soon swept up in his power… and her own.
Renata
The residents of the sleepy little town of Flushing, Michigan had no idea a vampire lived among them, seducing and drinking from all the men in town. Renata walked among them, blending in, taking only what she needed. One night, while she was on the prowl for fresh blood at a carnival, a handsome carnie caught her eye. She had no way of knowing he was a vampire hunter and was there for her.
Sea of Blood
Liana made Nerissa a vampire centuries ago in the islands of Greece but she’s never tired of her companion or the way she hunts her prey.
A Halloween to Remember
New witch Marissa is learning the ropes of being one of The Others. One of her mentors is vampire Deirdre, a tall beauty who really irritates Marissa. Marissa is extremely pissed when she shows up to Dante's Ball and finds Deirdre there with Marissa's recent ex-boyfriend, Jeff. The one she was encouraged to break up with because of his humanity. Deirdre explains her reasons for bringing Jeff and offers to help Marissa say goodbye to him in a way none of them will ever forget
Overkill
Vanessa is tired of her boyfriend Simon’s promiscuous vampire ways and stakes him, repeatedly- not close enough to the heart to kill him but close enough to make it hurt. But now she’s had a change of heart and considers embracing the sexual world of the vampire instead of being jealous of it.
Witch in the Middle
Ariadne is a witch torn between two men, a vampire and a human. Her heart doesn’t want to choose but the men force her to make a decision that could break her heart, unless with the help of the Goddess all three of them can come to a mutually acceptable…and enjoyable agreement.
When It Storms
Devon’s witchy girlfriend becomes insatiable every time a storm rolls around and he’s more than happy to give her exactly what she needs.
Monster Inside
Shannon’s never seen her vampire boyfriend, Logan, vamp out before. Then one night he has to kill to save her life. Can she ever look at him the same way again?
The Questioning Concubine
Elita, a pure blood witch, has come home to find who or what killed her parents and to take her rightful place as the head of the coven. After five years of investigating and exhausting all conventional methods at her disposal, she decides to do the one thing a good witch should never do—summon a demon. The demon is not what she expected. Elita is soon swept up in his power… and her own.
Renata
The residents of the sleepy little town of Flushing, Michigan had no idea a vampire lived among them, seducing and drinking from all the men in town. Renata walked among them, blending in, taking only what she needed. One night, while she was on the prowl for fresh blood at a carnival, a handsome carnie caught her eye. She had no way of knowing he was a vampire hunter and was there for her.
Sea of Blood
Liana made Nerissa a vampire centuries ago in the islands of Greece but she’s never tired of her companion or the way she hunts her prey.
A Halloween to Remember
What
says Halloween better than a wild party at an old Victorian mansion complete
with its own cemetery? Perhaps meeting the man of your dreams thanks to the
magic of Halloween.
Adena can’t believe her eyes when she spots Dimitri in the library- he looks like something straight off the cover of a historical romance novel-the type of guy she’s always dreamed of. Too bad he disappears before she has the chance to introduce herself. When she finally spots him again later that night she decides she’s not letting him get away again. Adena thinks she’s finally found the one. Until she wakes up alone the next morning- in the cemetery.
Halloween magic brought them together but will it be strong enough to keep them together?
Witching You A Merry Christmas
Witch Vicki has been leery of vampires ever since she was attacked five years ago. Daniel's a vampire and he's been secretly in love in with Vicki for two years ever since becoming Vicki's partner in The Guardians a supernatural group of paranormal crime fighters. Daniel loves Christmas and hopes the spirit of the holidays will soften Vicki's hatred of vampires and help her see him in a new light. Will he get his Christmas wish?
Adena can’t believe her eyes when she spots Dimitri in the library- he looks like something straight off the cover of a historical romance novel-the type of guy she’s always dreamed of. Too bad he disappears before she has the chance to introduce herself. When she finally spots him again later that night she decides she’s not letting him get away again. Adena thinks she’s finally found the one. Until she wakes up alone the next morning- in the cemetery.
Halloween magic brought them together but will it be strong enough to keep them together?
Witching You A Merry Christmas
Witch Vicki has been leery of vampires ever since she was attacked five years ago. Daniel's a vampire and he's been secretly in love in with Vicki for two years ever since becoming Vicki's partner in The Guardians a supernatural group of paranormal crime fighters. Daniel loves Christmas and hopes the spirit of the holidays will soften Vicki's hatred of vampires and help her see him in a new light. Will he get his Christmas wish?
Title: Complete Circle
ISBN:
Price:
Publication Date: February 2011
Publisher: Noble Romance Publishing
Level of Sensuality: sizzling,
explicit
Summary:
Lissette is a vampire who has lived
with her succubus girlfriend, Cassandra, for a long time. She swore off
relationships with men after being viciously raped by the vampire hunters who
killed the love of her life and left her for dead.
Lissette and Cassandra only use men
to get what they need, blood for Lissette and sexual energy for Cassandra. They
are completely satisfied with their lives- until a mysterious stranger comes
along.
For the first time in centuries
Lissette wants a man. Why is she so drawn to him? What is he?
Much more than a mere mortal,
Gabriel has been searching for Lissette and Cassandra for a very long time.
They have what he needs, what no one else can give him.
But will they be willing to share?
But will they be willing to share?
Title: An Unexpected Evening
ISBN: ASIN: B004KAAY9S
Price: $1.00
Pages:
Publication Date: January 21, 2010
Publisher: Noble Romance Publishing
Level of Sensuality: Sizzling
Summary:
Samuel is a centuries-old vampire
who prefers to be a recluse. He is always afraid of losing control and becoming
the monster he once was. Falling in love with a young witch has pushed his
boundaries and pulled him out of his comfort zone.
Katerina always encourages Samuel to be more open, to let loose, and to really "live" instead of only existing in the shadows.
One night, he finally grants her wish . . . in ways she never imagined.
Katerina always encourages Samuel to be more open, to let loose, and to really "live" instead of only existing in the shadows.
One night, he finally grants her wish . . . in ways she never imagined.
Title: No Place I'd Rather Be
ISBN: ASIN: B004GXAX3G
Price: $1.50
Pages:
Publication Date: December 20, 2010
Publisher: Noble Romance Publishing,
LLC
Level of Sensuality: sizzling,
contains ménage with m/m/f scenes
Summary:
Sonora is torn between a human and a
vampire. How can she choose between the man who makes her feel safe and the
vampire that makes her blood race? Sonora prays to the Goddess for guidance
while harboring secret desires that her broody vampire, Brom, and her brawny
human, Avery, can get past their jealousy and be willing to do more than just
share the witch in the middle.
Can the Goddess grant Sonora's wish, or will she be stuck making an impossible choice?
Can the Goddess grant Sonora's wish, or will she be stuck making an impossible choice?
Title: Erotic Dreamspell
ISBN: 978-1-60318-072-6
ASIN: B004K1EY7A
Price: ebook $4.99 print $13.95
Pages:
Publication Date: January 19, 2011
Publisher: L & L Dreamspell
Level of Sensuality: varies to
sizzling
Summary
Vampire/succubus hybrid Allana is on
the prowl looking for a bloody snack and a sexy energy boost. While strutting
her stuff in a dark parking lot she encounters a yummy Latino who makes a
lovely meal. She also encounters something else that puts her senses into
overdrive.
Title: A Halloween to
Remember
ISBN: ASIN: B0041T4J9O
Price: $2.99
Pages:
Publication Date: September 2, 2010
Publisher: Excessica Publishing
Level of Sensuality: beyond
sizzling, explicit
Summary:
What says Halloween better than a
wild party at an old Victorian mansion complete with its own cemetery?
Perhaps meeting the man of your
dreams thanks to the magic of Halloween.
Adena can’t believe her eyes when
she spots Dimitri in the library- he looks like something straight off the
cover of a historical romance novel-the type of guy she’s always dreamed of.
Too bad he disappears before she has the chance to introduce herself. When she
finally spots him again later that night she decides she’s not letting him get
away again.
Adena thinks she’s finally found the
one. Until she wakes up alone the next morning- in the cemetery.
Halloween magic brought them
together but will it be strong enough to keep them together?
Title: Wonder: An Erotic
Paranormal Anthology
ISBN: 978-1452818733
ASIN: B0045JK3RC
Price: ebook $3.99 print $14.99
Pages: 254
Publication Date: September 30, 2010
Publisher: Excessica
Level of Sensuality: sizzling
Summary:
Whether it’s werewolves, vampires,
shapeshifters, angels, ghosts or aliens—these are stories with all of those
strange and wonderfully sexy creatures that fascinate the human psyche! Come on
a spicy, paranormal journey that ventures into titillating realms bound only
the imaginations of your favorite eXcessica authors! -------A dozen stories
included in this volume by Wynter O’Reilly, Selena Kitt, D.B. Story, Sommer
Marsden, J.M. Snyder, Dakota Trace, Piers Anthony, Overkill by Roxanne Rhoads,
Elise Hepner, Darcy Sweet, Christabel Rouseau and Erin O’Riordan.
ISBN: ASIN: B003UNJXBQ
Price: $3.49
Pages:
Publication Date: July 1, 2010
Publisher: Xcite Books
Level of Sensuality: sizzling
Summary:
Escape into Darkness by Roxanne
Rhoads:
Liana is searching for someone to
love who will not die and leave her behind. After her own brush with death she
became obsessed with vampires and has been searching the world for one that is
real. Finally after a long search she finds Devlin who is exactly what she
wants and needs. He is more than happy to give Liana everything she desires and
much more than she expects...
Fangs for the Holidays by Adrienne
Rose:
After spending the day baking
holiday goodies Avery drops by her vampire boyfriend Jackson's home so they can
spend some quality time together. He is surprisingly enticed by the smell of
baked goods on Avery's skin which leads them to a discussion about family
holiday gatherings...and a lot of very hot sex.
Title: Eternal Desire
ISBN: ASIN: B003ICXITM
ISBN-10: 1926704789
ISBN-13: 978-1926704784.
Price: paperback $4.50 ebook $3.95
Pages: 66
Publication Date: October 2009
Publisher: Eternal Press
Level of Sensuality: steamy
Summary:
Paranormal researcher Liz Beth's
dreams are haunted by a sensual vampire, who may or may not be real. She arrives
in New Orleans the week of Halloween in search of her elusive dream lover,
Quillon. She doesn't find him, but she does encounter a handsome stranger,
Christien. They begin a passionate affair, but she is torn between her dream
lover and her flesh and blood lover, both of whom are a mystery to her. She
fights to regain her reason, trying desperately to find the truth about Quillon
while Christien holds her under his own spell.
Title: Insatiable
ISBN: 978-1770650077
ASIN: B003ICXJS2
Price: $3.95 print, ebook $3.75
Pages: 46
Publication Date: December 2009
Publisher: Eternal Press
Level of Sensuality: sizzling,
explicit
Summary:
Scarlett has an extraordinary
appetite for sex; a completely insatiable need. Unfortunately, she grew up in a
small town where women like her were frowned upon and treated badly-and her
sexual escapades did not go unnoticed. So when Scarlett decides to pack up and
move, the last thing she expects is to find in her new city is Marcello, the
most beautiful and erotic man she has ever laid eyes on and who seems to have
an equal appetite for the pleasures of the flesh. Despite only ever needing sex
in the past, Scarlett soon finds that Marcello leaves her wanting more. But can
love and her unquenchable thirst for sex exist together? Can he accept her for
who and what she really is and find a way to let their passions sizzle for more
than just a weekend.
Title: Spirit Lovers - Volume 2
ISBN: ASIN: B003JH878S
Price: $7.99
Pages:
Publication Date: April 2010
Publisher: Xcite Books
Level of Sensuality: sizzling
Summary:
Halloween Surprise By Roxanne
Rhoads:
Alcina and Estra are ready to enjoy
everything Halloween has to offer them – food, fun, and, most of all – the
pleasures of the flesh. After enjoying each other’s bodies for hours they
decide it’s time to find a man. Luckily for Michael he’s the one that happens
to cross their path. After quickly deciding that he is exactly what they were
looking for, they convince him to take them back to his place for a wild
Halloween ménage ‘a trios. He ends up getting more than he bargained for with a
sexy, but shocking, Halloween surprise...
Title: Dark Pleasures
ISBN:
Price:
Pages:
Publication Date: January 2011
Publisher: Melange Books
Level of Sensuality: sizzling
Summary:
Cemetery Sedcution by Roxanne
Rhoads:
All half witch half vampire, Abigail
wanted to do was go out and have a little fun but when her powers go awry in a
nightclub she has to run from the guards. Something strange has been going on
in town so the Others are policing all human/magick interaction. The last thing
Abby wants is to end up in a jail cell created for Others. On the run she ends
up in a cemetery and jumps behind a bush to hide from the guards. She never
expected to land right on top of a very sexy ghost hunter.
Title: Alfresco Loving
ISBN: ASIN: B003UNKYYG
Price: $3.99
Pages:
Publication Date: July 2010
Publisher: Xcite Books
Level of Sensuality: sizzling
Summary:
Welcome Spring by Roxanne Rhoads
Tom is scouting a forest area for
his land-developer boss when he encounters a beautiful woman naked in the
forest performing some kind of ritual. He is intrigued and highly aroused so he
hides in the shadows watching her with complete fascination. Ardwinna, the
Earth witch and protector of the land, knows Tom is watching and takes extra
delight in his arousal as she performs her spring fertility ritual that
includes bringing herself to climax, while he watches. When she invites him to
join her, he gladly accepts her offer.
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What awesome sharing of bookly treats today!!! Hex and the Single Witch caught my eye right off and the others some familiar and some new all are looking like yummy reads. Thank you for sharing the fun and for this incredibly generous giveaway opportunity.
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