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Tuesday, February 2, 2016
U7 Retro Fashion Men's Stainless Steel 18K Gold Plated Cross Pendant Necklace
Very nice cross necklace. My Nephews birthday is coming up and he loves wearing necklaces. He also like anything Celtic and loves crosses. I just know he will love this awesome cross necklace. I do.
The cross is about 1 1/2 inches long. It comes on a 22 inch chain. The chain is called a wheat chain. The chain is just beautiful or handsome I guess I should say. It seems to be a very sturdy chain. It is kind of a thick rope style chain. I really like that it is a solid chain instead of having the couple of inches of adjustable links at the end. Those look kind of cheap to me. This one does not look cheap at all.
The chain and the cross are stainless steel. The cross is solid not hollow inside. I am thrilled to be giving this to my Nephew and I know he will enjoy it for years to come with the quality of the workmanship. It comes in a small gift box also.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
NOVICA Woven .925 Sterling Silver and Amethyst Dangle Earrings, 'Indian Basket'
I am in love with these beautiful earrings from Novica. They are sterling silver, not plated. They also have beautiful clear purple Amethyst stones in the center of a nested look oval of sterling silver. They are just beautiful and could be worn for a fancy night out or to work or just around the house, anytime is the perfect time to wear these earrings. They care a french hoop style earring, which I really love. Posts are nice but a little dangle is my style.
I am surrounded by small kids and it really hurts when they pull on earrings these are large enough to get attention from others but yet small enough the kids haven't paid a lot of attention to pulling on them.
These catch the light and have a nice amount of sparkle. They look great with just about any outfit as the color is very pretty but it is not jump out at you vibrant. I really like that about these earrings. I don't want the colors to over power and these are perfect for that The earrings are put together very nicely the french hoop has a tiny ball on the end where it attaches to the charm, so it will not slip off. It is pinched around the charm tightly so it cannot come off the hoop side either.
The amethyst stone is a 2 carat stone. It is real amethyst not a synthetic stone. The earrings were designed in India by Bhavesh. Included with the earrings is a small story card. The tells tells about the designer of the earrings and the design of the earrings. These are called Indian Baskets. The sterling silver basket has a weaved look like a basket which holds the amethyst stone. The earrings come shipped in a really pretty cloth bag with a pull string closure. The 2 earrings are inside of small zip top bags separately so they do not tangle or nick each other.
These beautiful earrings would make the perfect gift for any woman or teenage girl.
I received this earrings during a promotion at a discounted price for an honest and unbiased review.
Book Tour for Angelus by Sabrina Benulis
Angelus
Books of Raziel Trilogy
Book Three
Sabrina Benulis
February 9, 2016
Harper Voyager
Paperback
Genre: Fiction / Fantasy / Paranormal
A Harper Voyager Trade Paperback Original
In the heart-pounding conclusion to The Books of Raziel trilogy, Angela discovers that she holds the keys to both Heaven and Hell, and that angels, demons, and all the creatures in between will stop at nothing to possess her...
The war started by three powerful angel siblings - Raziel, Lucifel, and Israfel - has divided the kingdoms of both Heaven and Hell. Now the destruction is spilling over into our world.
The last hope for a crumbling world is the Archon, also known as the human Angela Mathers. Angela alone can successfully oppose Lucifel and open Raziel’s Book for the power of good rather than evil. But to do so would mean murdering her best friend, a fact Angela refuses to face.
Now Angela sits on the throne of Hell, fulfilling a prophecy of ruin. But ruin does not always mean destruction.....sometimes it means revolution.
Praise for Sabrina Benulis & The Books
of Raziel Trilogy:
“[Benulis’]
unique take on religion and angels is truly innovative. With just enough left
unresolved, Covenant perfectly leads into the upcoming final book of the
trilogy”
—
Romantic Times Magazine on Covenant
“These
angels can be vindictive and cruel, more human than you might expect and oozing
supernatural abilities…. If you think you have the guts to take on this novel
pick it up.”
—
Boulder Examiner on Covenant
“A
dark, bold story.”
—
Lexington Literature Examiner on Covenant
“Benulis
writes a no-holds-barred tale of destruction, love, power, and friendship.
Everything you thought you knew about God, the Devil, angels and demons will be
wiped away and replaced with a world so terribly beautiful that you will
yourself gazing out into the night sky, hoping against hope that magic is real.
Her characters have depth and 3-deminsional personalities, while her scenery,
complete with candlelight and stain-glass windows, emphasizes the primal
battles that humans go through on a daily basis.”
—
Tulsa Books Examiner on Archon
“…
Benulis uses lush descriptions and larger than life characters to tell the
story of a battle between Heaven and Hell…She proves herself as a force to be
reckoned with… I will definitely be on the lookout for the next installment in
her book of Raziel series so I can grab it up and pour over each page.”
—
Suspense Magazine on Archon
Sabrina Benulis graduated with a masters from Seton Hill University. Her books include the first two entries in the Books of Raziel series, Archon and Covenant. She currently resides in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania with her husband and a spoiled cockatiel.
http://www.sabrinabenulis.com/
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Tour Giveaway:
1 set of all three books in the
series; ARCHON, COVENANT, and ANGELUS. Open to US Shipping
Book Blast for Valentine Pets and Kisses by K.L. Brady, J.L. Campbell, Suzette Riddick
Valentines Pets and Kisses
by K.L. Brady, J.L.
Campbell, Suzette Riddick
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authors at the release day party today and say you were sent by Goddess Fish
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GENRE: Romance (sweet)
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BLURB:
Each story features a
sweet romance, tender kisses and hugs, and precocious pets—all brought to you
by USA Today bestselling, national/international bestselling, and award winning
authors who have crafted heartwarming heroes and heroines that will make you
laugh, cry, swoon, and sigh.
Candy and canines.
Flowers and felines. Celebrate this Valentine's Day with your sweethearts of
the human and fuzzy varieties!
Nothing is more
heart-warming than kisses from the pet who adores you and the man who loves
you, so snuggle up with VALENTINE PETS & KISSES and strike the perfect mood
for moonlit walks and candlelight dinners with your pet and sweetheart.
Valentine Hound Dog
- Rachelle Ayala
Fashion icon Jenna
Hart, along with her basset hound puppy, tries to convince a burned former
fireman that beauty is never skin deep and love's arrow strikes not only the
beautiful, but the bold.
The Crazy Girl’s Handbook - DelSheree Gladden
Spending the weekend
babysitting her two nephews and a puppy was supposed to be fun. Sweating to
death at a baseball game while getting gum in her hair, soda down her shirt,
and an ice cream pedicure wasn't part of the deal. Neither was finding out the
best guy she'd ever missed a blind date with had witnessed it all. Longest.
Weekend. Ever.
The Vet's Valentine Gift - J.L. Campbell
Matthias Laing has
snagged the woman of his dreams, but his job as a vet keeps getting him into
trouble. The situation is past complicated because of the growing assortment of
animals in Toni's house and to top it all, the conflict between Matthias and
her ex-husband. Can Matthias and Toni's budding romance survive their
challenges and if it doesn't, will Jade, her precocious five-year-old find a
way to play Cupid and fix things by Valentine's Day?
Her Perfect Catch - K.L. Brady
Nerdy, struggling
sports writer Melanie Vincent needs a miracle when her dream of running a
nationally recognized blog hits a snag due to low readership. After Mel is
gifted a pair of Super Bowl tickets for years of faithful dog sitting, she has
a chance encounter with her favorite football player that leads to the inside
scoop on the biggest story of her career...and maybe the love of a lifetime.
Inflamed - Jade Kerrion
Debra Martinez doesn’t
believe in happy endings, until Sean Orr, Havre de Grace’s newest firefighter,
shows her and her son, Aidan, a new and beautiful kind of “normal.” But the
happiness can’t last—not for Sean who is on the run from his own past.
Remember When - Hope Welsh
Laura and Brent really
tried to make their marriage work, but in the end, it just wasn't meant to be.
Or was it? When they meet to discuss joint custody of their Akita, they
discover they have much more to talk about other than the dog.
Your Biggest Fan? - Sydney Aaliyah Michelle
Noah Patrick, NFL bad boy, has sworn off
women, who only seem to want him for his fame and his money. Callie James is
such a big Noah Patrick fan, she named her energetic Chihuahua after the man of
her dreams. When they find themselves hiding out in the same Brooklyn
Brownstone, a crazy blizzard, a never-ending supply of spaghetti, and a dog
with identity issues bring them together even though they both have secrets
that would tear them apart.
The Feline Fix - Caroline Bell Foster
Meeting Police
Constable Callum Forde on the worse day of her life, makes cat lover and
scientist Wendy Wilde question all that she values, her cat’s loyalty and the
role science plays in love.
Trembling Hearts - Suzette Riddick
Recluse Jason Carr is
living in rural Virginia after an accident leaves him physically scarred. While
taking a stroll and minding his business, the spunky Lezlie Sharpe literally
crashes into his life, stealing the heart of his beloved pooch, Trooper. Now,
forced to share living quarters, will Lezlie capture Jason’s heart too?
Valentino, Be Mine - Tina D.C. Hayes
Kaylee Rose is thrilled
when a neighbor moving out of the country asks if she'll consider taking in her
teacup Yorkie, Valentino, but there are a few strings attached. When she finds
out a man she can't stand is the other caretaker, she's forced to deal with the
arrogant jerk until they decide who gets the pampered pooch permanently . . .
or risk losing the dog to a heartbreaking fate.
Lost and Found - Jeanne Bannon
Lexie is so distraught
after long-time boyfriend, Josh, dumps her, she takes a leave of absence from
her teaching job. Josh leaves behind the puppy he bought for her just before
things fell apart even though she’s not a dog person. Lexie contemplates giving
it away but decides keep the little mischief-maker and get her some
training.
While at puppy
obedience school, Lexie meets Tommy, the happy-go-lucky type she could give her
heart to if only she was ready. But Lexie gives Tommy the brush off and they
lose touch. However, a series of events, some unfortunate, bring them together
again.
Surviving San Francisco - Susan Oloier
When 23-year-old Leah
Newland accepts a job in San Francisco and runs away from her small-town
Illinois life, she expects things to change for the better. What she doesn’t
expect is to lose her job, adopt a cat she hit with her car, and fall for a
sexy and seemingly unavailable veterinarian. Suddenly, going back to the
Midwest seems better than surviving San Francisco.
19 Ivy Lane - Aubrey Wynne
Eloise Kolby steps off
the bus and greets Hollywood with high expectations and a smile. Two months
later, she’s broke, hungry and rethinking her dream. An offer to house sit
provides her with too much time alone, an adopted family of kittens and a sexy
postman waiting at her gate.
Victor Burnham can’t
stop thinking of the beautiful, mysterious woman who just moved into his
hometown. She meets him each day at the mailbox, waiting for a letter.
When the envelope
finally arrives, they both must face decisions that could make their dreams
come true or jeopardize their relationship forever.
Three Plus Three - Cindy Flores Martinez
A year after losing her
husband, a grieving widow, Violet, and their beloved bichon frise visit their
favorite place the day before Valentine's Day. While they are there, Violet
meets a handsome widower who makes her feel alive again.
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Excerpt
Two:
The Vet’s Valentine Gift by J.L. Campbell
I sat there thinking Dane had a nerve. From what I
understood, he'd been a constant source of disappointment to Jade since his
separation and divorce from Toni. Considering that, I didn't know why Toni
would defend him.
When she came back to the living room, Jade was with her.
One look at her told me she was still unhappy. Her little
mouth drooped at the corners and she kept her gaze lowered. She climbed onto
the sofa to sit beside me and after a moment I slipped my arm around her
shoulder.
Toni sat on her other side and fixed her eyes on the
television where the business segment of the news was on air.
Jade poked me in the leg. "Doc, I didn't ask you
before, but you got any children?"
"Do you have any children," Toni said.
Jade nodded to acknowledge her and then turned back to me.
"Do you have any?"
"I shook my head. I have nieces and nephews though.
Does that count?"
"Nah, but if you had a little girl like me, you'd want
to see her all the time, right?"
A deep breath was in order, because I was heading into a
minefield and had to choose my words so as not to rile Toni any further.
Gently, I plucked Jade's nose. "Of course, if she was
as cute as you are."
Jade turned to Toni. "See, I told you he'd make a good
daddy."
Toni shot fire at me with her eyes, and my only response was
a shrug. I wasn't about to make Jade feel any worse after her argument with her
father.
Jade didn't say anything for a bit, but frowned hard at the
television. It wasn't long before she poked me in the leg again. "Doc, can
I ask you something?"
"You can ask me anything."
Toni sat forward, as if sensing Jade was going to ask a
question she wouldn't like, but she stayed quiet. When Jade looked at her, Toni
pressed her plump lips together and put on the same expression my mother used
years ago to let me know we'd have words later if I did any
foolishness.
Shuffling sideways, Jade angled her body toward me. She
narrowed her eyes as if to gauge whether or not she should ask what she wanted
to know. I guess she was satisfied with whatever she saw because she sat up
straighter and looked me square in the face. "Doc, since you don't have a
little girl yet, would you like to be my daddy?"
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Rachelle Ayala From romantic suspense to sweet
contemporaries, I write from my heart and love to include children and pets in
my stories.
Website:
http://www.rachelleayala.com/
Twitter:
@AyalaRachelle
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/clare.chu
DelSheree Gladden is a USA Today bestselling young adult
and romance author, whose writing includes everything from dystopian and Native
American mythology to sweet and funny romances.
Website: http://delshereegladden.com/
Twitter: @DelSheree
J.L. Campbell is an award-winning author who writes
sweet romance, romantic suspense, women's fiction, new and young adult novels.
Website: http://www.joylcampbell.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/JL_Campbell
K.L. Brady is a multi-award-winning author of
sweet and sexy romantic comedies, young adult romance, and a spy thriller
series based on her career in U.S. intelligence.
Website: http://klbradyauthor.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KARLAB27
Jade Kerrion writes frequently award-winning,
occasionally best-selling science fiction, fantasy, and contemporary romance
novels.
Website:
http://jadekerrion.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/jadekerrion
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JadeKerrion
Sydney Aaliyah MIchelle is a contemporary romance writer, a
voracious reader and movie fanatic who hails from Texas.
Website:
http://sydneyaaliyah.com/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/sydliyah
Caroline Bell Foster writes contemporary women’s fiction
with themes of substance that defy convention.
Website:
http://www.carolinebellfoster.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/cbellfoster
Suzette Riddick is a wife, mother and nurse
practitioner who enjoys writing romance novels with a touch of reality.
Website:
http://suzetteriddick.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/suzette267
Tina D.C. Hayes writes romantic suspense and cozy
mysteries while her pampered pooches and parrots stand guard against writer's
block.
Website: https://tinadchayes.wordpress.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/@Tina_DC_Hayes/
Jeanne Bannon is an international best-selling author
of paranormal and romance fiction with twenty-five years of experience in the
publishing industry.
Website:
http://www.jeannebannon.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/@jeannebannon
Susan Oloier is a mother and educator who writes
memoir, as well as adult and young adult contemporary fiction.
Website:
http://www.susanoloier.com/
Twitter:
@narrawriter
Aubrey Wynne is an elementary teacher by trade,
champion of children and animals by conscience, and author by night.
Website:
http://aubreywynneauthor.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Aubreywynne51
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/magnificentvalor/
Cindy Flores Martinez writes sweet romantic comedy and
inspirational romance in both English and Spanish.
Website: http://www.cindyfloresmartinez.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorCindy
Book Sale Links
Kindle US:
http://bit.ly/VPKK
Kindle UK:
http://bit.ly/VPKUK
Kobo:
http://bit.ly/VPKKobo
Google Play:
http://bit.ly/VPKGp
Apple:
http://bit.ly/VPKiBk
Barnes &
Noble Nook: http://bit.ly/VPKNok
Website Links
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GIVEAWAY INFORMATION
The authors will be awarding a $10
Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.
Additionally, Goddess Fish Productions will be awarding a $5 Amazon GC to a
randomly drawn host.
Cover and Book Trailer Reveal for Half Life by Paul H.B. Shin
Half Life
Paul H.B. Shin
Publisher: Fiery Seas Publishing, LLC
Genre: Thriller
Release Date: September 6, 2016
About the Book:
North Korean nuclear scientist Han Chol-Soo is forced to embark on a high-stakes chase in the United States after his wife runs away from him with their newborn son. The year is 1997, and North Korea is suffering from a devastating famine that is unraveling its ruling class, leading to a series of high-profile defections to the West. The reclusive country’s leadership is in the grasp of paranoia.
Han turns to his colleague Park Jun-Young for help, a man that he suspects is a secret agent. He soon regrets his decision as Park cuts a swath of mayhem in the name of helping Han track down his wife before Han’s superiors find out she is missing. The chase forces Han to open his eyes to the harsh realities of his home country, and question whether his loyalty has been misplaced all these years.
Half Life Reviews
“Half Life is a terrific novel. Right from the start you'll be drawn into many dark worlds—politics, espionage, and North Korea—and it will keep you on the edge of your seat right until the last page. Paul H.B. Shin’s authenticity and style cannot be missed.” –Dale Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Starfire (William Morrow)
“A gripping, taut espionage thriller, Half Life is enriched by the love story at its core and the refusal to give simple answers. I loved it.” –Robert Ferrigno, bestselling & award-winning author of Heart of the Assassin (Scribner)
“Paul H. B. Shin wraps an engaging tale of espionage and intrigue around a failed marriage in his new international thriller, Half Life. With sure-footed prose and vivid characterization, Shin takes readers inside the paranoid claustrophobia of North Korea’s political world, where even high-ranking diplomats live in constant fear. With North Korea's nuclear arms program as a backdrop, the eminently believable and thoughtful plot will have readers wondering if they're looking attomorrow's news. A well-wrought debut.”
–Jim DeFelice, #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of American Sniper (William Morrow)
About the Author:
Paul H.B. Shin’s debut novel follows a career as an award-winning journalist for more than 20 years, most recently for ABC News. He previously wrote for the New York Daily News. He was born in South Korea and lived in London during his childhood. He now lives in Brooklyn, New York.
https://twitter.com/PaulHBShin
Monday, February 1, 2016
Blurb Blitz: Royal Pain by Danielle Doolittle
Royal Pain
by Danielle Doolittle
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GENRE: Contemporary Romance
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BLURB:
Prince
Henry Fitzgerald, once high flying playboy, finds himself grounded and forced
into rehab. Changing isn't in the cards but facing off with feisty horse
trainer, Carleigh Philips, makes him see he's not as far gone as
everyone-including himself-thought. When a series of accidents add up to foul
play Henry must set aside his fear of failure and act quickly to save the woman
who woke his heart.
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Excerpt:
"You asked why I was spending so much time with her.
I’m teaching her how to trust — to love — for the first time. It’s slow, hard
work, but it’ll be worth it in the end. The first time is always the hardest,
especially for those who don’t know where to begin."
Carleigh met Henry’s searching gaze over the fence. She
wasn’t sure if she was talking about the horse anymore. Somehow, she got the
feeling Henry had never allowed himself to be vulnerable enough to accept love,
even from his family, and that was the saddest thing of all. How long had he
been shutting himself off from the people around him? Some of her compassion
must have showed on her face, because right before her eyes, the harsh lines
that had relaxed during her story appeared again. He was shutting down, and a
part of Carleigh cried out at the loss.
He shrugged, as if her explanation was of no concern to him.
"I didn’t really come out here to talk about the horse."
"I figured." Carleigh tilted her head, studying
him. "Why did you come here?"
"Do you mean that question in the universal ‘why are we
all here?’ way?"
"I’m serious, Henry."
"I gathered, Carleigh. That’s the trouble with you, you
know. I’ve noticed you’re always very, very serious." Carleigh tried not
to fidget as his gaze swept her body. "Except for the other night, that
is. The other night, the only thing that was serious was the heat between
us."
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Danielle Doolittle
has always had a knack for storytelling. When she completed her first work of
fiction at age six about a bunny and particularly juicy carrot she was hooked.
Years later, she's spinning tales of first loves, awkward moments, and the
occasional creature that goes bump in the night.
She lives in
the wilds of a Northwest Ohio college town with her husband and three small
children where she consumes above average amounts of coffee and dark chocolate
and spends way too much time on Twitter.
She loves to
hear from readers so don't be shy!
Email:
d.doolittle.author@gmail.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/elledoo
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/daniellewrites
Buy Links:
Amazon: http://amzn.com/B014QPPQTE
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GIVEAWAY INFORMATION
Danielle
Doolittle will be awarding a $10 Amazon/BN GC to a randomly drawn winner via
rafflecopter during the tour, and a $10 Amazon/BN GC to a randomly drawn host.
Book Blast for Loves of our Lives by A.C. Chenier
Loves of our Lives
by A.C. Chenier
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GENRE: Romance
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BLURB:
For
Katie Benjamin, finding the perfect soul mate was just a fairy tale until a
chance encounter on a train changes everything. What she discovers takes her on
a journey that spans lifetimes.
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Excerpt :
“I had this commissioned for you to have. I want you to wear
it close to your heart and know my heart is now and will always be yours.” He
opened the case and displayed a gold locket. She gasped at the beautiful locket
within the case. It was a white cameo in a pale pink background.
“Turn it over,” he said.
She did and read the words he had engraved on the back.
Forever in my heart, forever in my soul.
She felt tears running down her face as she looked at the
beautiful words and then into Jonathon’s eyes. She looked deep into his eyes
and felt her own soul connecting directly to Jonathon. He said to her, “Forever
in my heart, forever in my soul. I will find you again.” He then wrapped his
arms around her and took her lips in a passionate kiss. Her heart was hammering
in her throat as she kissed him back. To her it felt a bit like a good-bye
kiss, but a kiss filled with the promise of reuniting in time.
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
I am a CPA, CGA
and live in Southern Ontario. After working for many years in the high pressure
worlds of banking and IT, I decided that it was time to have a change in pace.
Leaving Toronto behind I embarked on a new career in retail sales. The change
was wonderful, but I felt something was missing.
Then, the
unthinkable happened, and I was widowed at 46. That was a truly life altering
experience. In time, I was introduced to the books and work of Dr. Brian Weiss.
I discovered in his research a new purpose in life, and was driven to start
writing, something I had always enjoyed, but never thought of as a career
choice.
And now here we
are in 2015, and my first novel is ready to be published. My second, also in
the Past Lives series, will follow shortly.
I continue to write and dream of a future that I had never even
considered in my wildest dreams.
LINKS:www.acchenier.com
www.facebook.com/ACChenier
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Loves-Our-Lives-Novel-Past-ebook/dp/B01AMLI0GW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452822698&sr=8-1&keywords=loves+of+our+lives
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GIVEAWAY INFORMATION and RAFFLECOPTER CODE
The author will be awarding a $15 Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour, and a $15 Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn host.
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