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Today, we’re looking at November releases in paranormal romance, with 27 titles including new books in long-running series by Sherrilyn Kenyon (Dream-Hunters), Christine Warren (Others), Alexandra Ivy (Guardians of Eternity), and Marjorie Liu (Dirk and Steele). A number of new series also begin this month from authors Jus Accardo, Natalie J. Damschroder, Lauren Dane, Laura Kaye, Heather Killough-Walden, and Cynthia Eden.

 

WEEK ONE

Touch, by Jus Accardo (Nov. 1, Entangled)

When a strange boy tumbles down an embankment and lands at her feet, seventeen-year-old Deznee Cross snatches the opportunity to piss off her father by bringing him home. Except there’s something off with Kale. He wears shoes in the shower and acts like she’ll turn to dust if he touches her. It’s not until Dez’s father shows up, wielding a gun and knowing more about Kale than he should, that Dez realizes there’s more to this boy—and her father’s “law firm”—than she realized. First in the Denazen series. [Young Adult]

Body Thief, by C.J. Barry (Nov. 1, Berkley)

Shapeshifter Camille Solomon and XCEL agent Griffin Mercer learn to trust each other as they infiltrate a shifter faction in Las Vegas—only to find their growing passion for each other puts their hearts and their lives in danger.

Embrace the Highland Warrior, by Anita Clenney (Nov. 1, Sourcebooks)

When the powerful demon that left Shay for dead discovers her empty grave, he comes seeking retribution, believing she possesses an ancient book he has sought for centuries. Knowing she can’t fight the demon alone, Shay returns to her clan and the Scottish Warrior who betrayed her, where she discovers that betrayal isn’t always what it seems. Sometimes it’s far worse. Book two in the Connor Clan series.

Under the Moon, by Natalie J. Damschroder (Nov. 1, Entangled)

Quinn Caldwell is the epitome of a modern goddess. Her power source is the moon, her abilities restricted only by physical resources and lunar phase. She runs a consulting business, serves on the board of the ancient Society for Goddess Education and Defense, and yearns for Nick Jarrett, professional goddess protector. But someone has developed the ability to drain a goddess of power, and Quinn is a target. Keeping herself and Nick safe proves harder each day. First in the Goddesses Rising series.

Heart of Darkness, by Lauren Dane (Nov. 1, Berkley)

Someone is illegally siphoning magic from the font of the Clan. When Meriel Owen, next in line to control the largest organization of witches in the country, discovers it’s the hot owner of a notorious underground club, she strokes an unusual deal that may plunge them all into the heart of darkness. First in the Bound by Magic series.

Genie Knows Best, by Judi Fennell (Nov. 1, Sourcebooks Casablanca)

In a world where genies grant three wishes, each one is bound to come with complications. An impulse buy in a bazaar turns recently jilted Samantha Blaine into the master of cursed genie Kal. Before he can say, “Yes, Master,” Kal finds himself falling for the woman standing between him and the freedom he’s dreamed of for centuries. Second in the Bottled Magic series.

Tiger’s Voyage, by Colleen Houck (Nov. 1, Sterling)

With the head-to-head battle against the villainous Lokesh behind her, Kelsey confronts a new heartbreak: in the wake of his traumatic experience, her beloved Ren no longer remembers who she is. As the trio continue their quest by challenging five cunning and duplicitous dragons, Ren and Kishan once more vie for her affections, leaving Kelsey more confused than ever. Third in the Tigers series.

The Storm That is Sterling, by Lisa Renee Jones (Nov. 1, Sourcebooks Casablanca)

Sterling Jeter, Renegade Super Soldier, is fearless, powerful, and wildly unpredictable. His life-threatening mission is to save the beautiful, brilliant astrobiologist Rebecca Burns from ruthless villain Adam Rain. But their immutable mutual attraction threatens to put them in the path of death—or worse. Second in the Zodius series.

North of Need, by Laura Kaye (Nov. 1, Entangled)

While attempting to escape her memories, widow Megan Snow builds a snow family outside the mountain cabin she once shared with her husband—only it reminds her of what she can never have. Called to life by the power of Megan’s tears, snow god Owen Winters appears unconscious on her doorstep. As she nurses him to health, Owen finds unexpected solace in her company, and vows to win her heart for a chance at humanity. But this miracle comes with an expiration date. First in the Hearts of the Anemoi series.

The Guardian, by Sherrilyn Kenyon (Nov. 1, St. Martin’s)

Dream-Hunter Lydia has been charged with the most sacred and dangerous of missions: To descend into the Nether Realm and find the missing god of dreams before he betrays the secrets that could kill her and her kind. What she never expects is to be taken prisoner by the Realm’s most vicious guardian. Seth’s time is running out. If he can’t hand over the entrance to Olympus, his own life and those of his people will be forfeit. Fifth in the Dream-Hunter series.

Avenger’s Angel, by Heather Killough-Walden (Nov. 1, Signet)

When four female angels were created for the archangels Michael, Gabriel, Uriel and Azrael, a chaos spurned by jealousy erupted, and the archesses were secreted to Earth. The four favored archangels followed, prompting a search that has last millennia. But for Uriel, the former Archangel of vengeance, the search ends the moment he lays eyes on Eleanor Granger, his one true arches. Can he protect her from the danger lying in wait for her-and win her heart? First in the Lost Angel series.

Tied with a Bow, by Lora Leigh, Virginia Kantra, Eileen Wilks, and Kimberly Frost (Nov. 1, Berkley)

Four new holiday stories from best-selling paranormal romance authors. Lora Leigh brings a new story to her Breeds series, while Virginia Kantra presents a haunting tale of a fallen angel. Eileen Wilks returns to the shapeshifting Lupi for her magical tale, and Kimberly Frost introduces a new paranormal world of muses and vampires.

The Hunter, by Theresa Meyers (Nov. 1, Kensington)

Colt Jackson has gotten his name on many a wanted poster with success in the family business: hunting supernaturals across the frontier. Lately, though, there’s a sulphur stink in the wind and the Darkin population is exploding. A rift in the worlds is appearing. To close it, Colt will have to do the unthinkable and work with a demon to pass arcane boundaries no human alone can cross. Except when he summons his demon, he doesn’t get some horned monstrosity: he gets a curvy redheaded succubus named Lilly, who’s willing to make a bargain to become human again.

Nightshine, by Lynn Viehl (Nov. 1, Signet)

As a psychic, Samuel Taske can see the future, but he never predicted that he’d fall for San Francisco paramedic Charlotte Marena, the woman he’s been charged with protecting. GenHance—the biotech company willing to do anything to acquire superhuman DNA—is after them. And when Samuel discovers that his Takyn powers have abandoned him, Charlie and her secret nighttime telepathic ability are their only hope for survival. Fourth in the Kyndred series.

Not Your Ordinary Faerie Tale, by Christine Warren (Nov. 1, St. Martin’s)

After her two best friends marry a blood-sucking vampire and furry-faced werewolf, Corinne D’Alessandro is making a vow of her own: NO interspecies dating. But when her editor asks her to investigate “leprechaun” sightings, the sassy New York reporter finds herself on the trail of the hottest story of the year—and the sexiest man alive. There’s just one problem: Luc’s not human, he’s a captain of the Fae Queen’s Guard, and he’s on a dangerous mission. Twelfth in the Others series.

Pretty in Black, by Rae Hachton (Nov. 2, Pulse)

Ellie Piper: She wanted to die. He arose from the grave. He was sent to kill her. She was trained to kill those of his kind. But fate had other plans. He searched for 119 years to find her, and there’s no way in hell he’s letting her go. Marcus Marble: How far would you go to be with the one you love? Would you die for her? Would you kill for her? What if the only reason you’re still alive is because of her? Destroy? Or be Destroyed? [Young Adult]

 

WEEK TWO

No paranormal romance releases are scheduled this week.

 

WEEK THREE

The Ruby Kiss, by Helen Scott Taylor (Nov. 15, DP)

Nightshade hungers to bring the strong and beautiful to their knees beneath the ecstasy of his bite, but he has never known sexual lust—until he meets Ruby McDonald, who would be the perfect mother of his children. Caught in a clash between the Seelie and Unseelie courts, he vows not only her survival but also to win her heart. Plagued by magic inherited from a father she never knew, Ruby wants answers. Nightshade has them. Fourth in the Magic Knot series.

 

WEEK FOUR

Bride of the Night, by Heather Graham (Nov. 22, HQN)

She’s the vampire that could destroy a nation. At least, that’s what Pinkerton detective Finn Dunne thinks of Tara Fox. Capturing her aboard a ship sneaking its way northward, he’s convinced she’s been sent to take out President Lincoln. Tara has always been caught between worlds. When her strange dreams began, she thought of them as abstract visions. But she now knows that she must travel to Washington, D.C., and protect the president at all costs. If Tara has to go through Finn—or bring vampire reinforcements—to save Lincoln, she will do whatever it takes, even if it costs her her heart.

Unleashed, by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie (Nov. 22, Delacorte)

Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie, authors of the Wicked series, have created a new trilogy, the Wolf Springs Chronicles, which introduces readers to a town of secrets and the new girl who’s about to start believing in werewolves. [Young Adult]

Immortal Rider, by Larissa Ione (Nov. 22, Grand Central)

Sexy, powerful, and immortal, Limos is on a crash-course with destiny. She’s been marked as Satan’s bride and her jealous fiancé wants her all to himself. The only way this Horseman can keep herself—and everyone else—safe is to keep her distance. But not even Limos can save herself from the secrets she’s kept—or resist the seductive allure of one very brave human. Arik Wagner knows the saying “love hurts” better than most, yet he never thought stealing a kiss from Limos would land him in Hell. Literally. With the Apocalypse looming and Satan demanding his bride, will Arik and Limos surrender to the desire smoldering between them? Or will giving in to passion unleash hell on earth? Second in the Lords of Deliverance series.

Lord of the Abyss, by Nalini Singh (Nov. 22, Harlequin)

Once upon a time, the Blood Sorcerer vanquished the kingdom of Elden. To save their children, the queen scattered them to safety and the king filled them with vengeance. Only a magical timepiece connects the four royal heirs, and time is running out. As the dark Lord who condemns souls to damnation in the Abyss, Micah is nothing but a feared monster wrapped in impenetrable black armor. He has no idea he is the last heir of Elden, its last hope. Only one woman knows—the daughter of his enemy.

Angel of Darkness, by Cynthia Eden (Nov. 29, Brava)

As an angel of death, Keenan’s job is to collect the souls on his list. He’s carried out his duty for two thousand years and never faltered once. Until he meets Nicole St. James. When the moment of death comes, Keenan hesitates, and instead of taking Nicole, Keenan touches the vampire who’s attacking her.  Cast out of heaven for disobedience, Keenan plummets to earth. Six months later, he finally manages to track Nicole to a bar in Mexico. He’s stunned to discover that the woman he remembers has undergone a dramatic change—she’s become a vampire. First in the Fallen series.

Kiss of Frost, by Jennifer Estep (Nov. 29, Kensington)

I’m Gwen Frost, a second-year warrior-in-training at Mythos Academy, and I have no idea how I’m going to survive the rest of the semester. One day, I’m getting schooled in swordplay by the guy who broke my heart—the drop-dead gorgeous Logan, who slays me every time. Then, an invisible archer in the Library of Antiquities decides to use me for target practice. And now I find out that someone at the academy is really a Reaper bad guy who wants me dead. I’m afraid if I don’t learn how to live by the sword—with Logan’s help—I just might die by the sword. Second in the Mythos Academy series. [Young Adult]

Hunter of Shadows, by Nancy Gideon (Nov. 29, Pocket)

Transferring to the New Orleans Police Department, Detective Silas MacCreedy has a hidden agenda: to secure his clan’s place once again in the Shifter hierarchy. What he didn’t count on was stumbling upon a sexy assassin who could shred his best intentions and lead him into a dangerous dance that threatens to engage his heart. Monica Fraser knows just how to make a man beg—for his life. But she has no clue how to fight her attraction to the fiercely intense detective who seems determined to get in her way, both professionally and intimately.

Bound by Darkness, by Alexandra Ivy (Nov. 29, Zebra)

The Sylvermysts have a reputation as sinister cousins to the fey, and none are more mysterious than Ariyal and his tribe. To save his people from banishment, he faces a new challenge: Jaelyn, an elite vampire warrior sent to capture him. By rights, he should kill her on sight. Yet he cannot bring himself to hurt her—or to resist her. Jaelyn is stunningly beautiful, utterly lethal—and always alone. Until Ariyal. Eighth in the Guardians of Eternity series.

Within the Flames, by Marjorie M. Liu (Nov. 29, Avon)

Joining the Dirk & Steele Agency turned Eddie’s life around. A pyrokinetic and former car thief, he cannot refuse an assignment to cross the continent in order to rescue an extraordinary woman in peril, even though he fears losing control of the destructive power of flame at his fingertips. The last of her shapeshifting kind, Lyssa hides in the abandoned tunnels beneath Manhattan, seeking refuge from those who murdered her family a decade ago and would now destroy her as well. Eleventh in the Dirk and Steele series.

Beyond the Darkness, by Jaime Rush (Nov. 29, Avon)

They live ordinary lives, but they are extraordinary. They are the Offspring, children of a mysterious experiment gone awry—and they are in terrible danger. Cheveyo: a name that stirs Petra like no other, reviving deep feelings of pleasure and pain. Despite her rare psychic gifts, the beautiful half-human Offspring doesn’t know why the magnificent shapeshifter walked out of her life when the bond they shared was powerful and intensely passionate. But Cheveyo is not gone. From the shadows, he watches over his beloved, determined that the malevolent enemies he hunts with fang and claw will not invade her world.


Author Suzanne Johnson is a book geek with a fondness for a good dystopia. Her new urban fantasy series, scheduled to begin with the release of Royal Street in April 2012 by Tor Books, is set in New Orleans during and after Hurricane Katrina. Find Suzanne on Twitter.

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Urban fantasy author with a new series, set in immediate post-Katrina New Orleans, starting with ROYAL STREET on April 10, 2012, from Tor Books. Urban fantasy author with a new series, set in immediate post-Katrina New Orleans, starting with ROYAL STREET on April 10, 2012, from Tor Books.
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