Posted May 22, 2012 by Carmel in / 7 Comments
I have my eye on two books that are releasing today: Shadow Bound (which I pre-ordered) by Rachel Vincent and Taken by Storm by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. I read Blood Bound (My Review) last October and fell head-over-heels in love with Vincent’s new Urban Fantasy series. You really must try this series if you haven’t yet. I highly recommend it! As for Barnes’ novel, admittedly the first book in this series has been sitting on my shelf since Christmas but it’s a werewolf book so I will get to it eventually!
What about you? Have any of these beauties caught your eye?
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Lethal Rider (Lords of Deliverance #3) by Larissa Ione Paranormal Romance
   The third book in the exciting new Lords of Deliverance series from NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Larissa Ione |
Shadow Bound (Unbound #2) by Rachel Vincent Urban Fantasy
   Kori Daniels is a shadow-walker, able to travel instantly from one shadow to another. After weeks of confinement for betraying her boss, she’s ready to break free of the Tower syndicate for good. But Jake Tower has one final job for Kori, one chance to secure freedom for herself and her sister, Kenley, even if it means taking it from someone else. |
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Fated (The Soul Seekers #1) by Alyson Noel Young Adult
   “From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Immortals, Alyson Noel, comes Fated”–“a breathtaking new saga brimming with magic, mystery, and an intoxicating love story that will steal your heart away. Meet The Soul Seekers.” Strange things are happening to Daire Santos. Crows mock her, glowing people stalk her, time stops without warning, and a beautiful boy with unearthly blue eyes… |
Nightshifted (Edie Spence #1) by Cassie Alexander Urban Fantasy
   From debut author Alexander comes a spectacular new urban fantasy series set in the secret wing of County Hospital–where vampires get transfusions, werewolves have silver allergies, and one nurse is in way over her head. |
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Dark Magic by James Swain Urban Fantasy
   Peter Warlock is a magician with a dark secret. Every night, he amazes audiences at his private theater in New York, where he performs feats that boggle the imagination. But his day job is just a cover for his otherworldly pursuits: Peter is a member of an underground group of psychics who gaze into the future to help prevent crimes. No one, not even his live-in girlfriend, knows the truth about P… |
The Girl in the Clockwork Collar (Steampunk Chronicles #2) by Kady Cross Steampunk
   Sixteen-year-old Finley Jayne and her “straynge band of mysfits” have journeyed from London to America to rescue their friend Jasper, hauled off by bounty hunters. But Jasper is in the clutches of a devious former friend demanding a trade–the dangerous device Jasper stole from him…for the life of the girl Jasper loves.One false move from Jasper and the strange clockwork collar around Mei’s neck… |
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Dark Kiss (Nightwatchers #1) by Michelle Rowen Young Adult
   “I don’t do dangerous.”Smart, uber-careful, ordinary Samantha–that’s me. But I just couldn’t pass up a surprise kiss from my number one unattainable crush. A kiss that did something to me…something strange. Now I feel hungry all the time, but not for food. It’s like part of me is missing–and I don’t know if I can get it back.Then there’s Bishop. At first I thought he was just a street kid, but… |
Of Poseidon by Anna Banks Young Adult
   Galen, a Syrena prince, searches land for a girl he’s heard can communicate with fish. It’s while Emma is on vacation at the beach that she meets Galen. Although their connection is immediate and powerful, Galen’s not fully convinced that Emma’s the one he’s been looking for. That is, until a deadly encounter with a shark proves that Emma and her Gift may be the only thing that can save his kingdo… |
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Taken by Storm (Raised by Wolves #3) by Jennifer Lynn Barnes Young Adult
   The thrilling conclusion to the bestselling ‘Raised by Wolves’ series. |
The Lost Code (The Atlanteans #1) by Kevin Emerson Young Adult / Dystopian
   Emerson’s “The Lost Code” is Book One of the Atlanteans seriesNperilous adventures in a grimly plausible dystopian future, fueled by high-stakes action, romance, and a provocative question: What would you do if you had the power to save humanity from its own self-destruction? |
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Midnight’s Master (Dark Warriors #1) by Donna Grant Paranormal Romance
   Gwynn Austin has no idea why her father has disappeared on a mysterious trip to Scotland. When she goes on a mission to search for him she finds more than she bargains for in a ruggedly handsome, exciting Highlander who exudes danger and mystery. And when she discovers her own link to Scotland, she’ll have to trust her heart to help lead her… |
Something Deadly This Way Comes (Madison Avery Trilogy #3 by Kim Harrison Young Adult
   Technically dead 17-year-old Madison must choose between reclaiming her body and continuing as Dark Timekeeper, struggling in the war between Light and Dark reapers while trying to change the rules. |
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Undercurrent (Siren #2) by Tricia Rayburn Young Adult
   A perfect read for the pool or the shore, “Undercurrent, ” the second book in the Siren series, offers paranormal chills, romantic thrills, and a mystery that’s hard to put down. |


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Tags: Fresh Meat, May 2012
I really should get started on the Unbound series! Everyone seems to love the first book!
@Nicola Oh yes, you must jump on this series! I just finished the second one yesterday. It wasn’t quite as awesome as the first but still enjoyable.
I have Shadow Bound (LOVED the 1st book-one of my favorites of 2011), Taken by Storm (great series), Lethal Rider (can’t wait!), & Fated coming to me in the mail. So many great books coming out in May 🙂
@Amber Hughes That’s quite the shopping list you have there! 😛
I really enjoyed Nightshifted, and I’m now curious to read the second one. I need to try Poseidon as well, I keep hearing great things about it.
@Melliane I want to get around to Nightshifted soon. Glad to hear that it’s good!
@Carmel @ Rabid Reads I hope you’ll like it as well, it was nice to have a different environment