Steampunk, Burlesque, Secret Agent Re-imagining of Beauty and the Beast—are you intrigued yet? “Beauty” has been replaced with grad-student-burlesque-dancer Jolie Benoit and the “beast” is secret agent/former soldier Wesley “Hauk” Haukon, who was horrifically burned and scarred. But even that description doesn’t begin to explain how great this series has turned out to be.
Jax Garren is able to fold in socio-political commentary, an electric attraction, and magical elements into this reimagination with an effortlessness that belies the skill with which it is done. With that being said, I have the top reasons why Jax Garren needs to be added to you TBR pile…now!
Jolie <3s Hauk 4ever and so do I:
Hauk is one of my favorite book boyfriends and I might even ask him to go steady. He’s rough looking, unapologetic, raw, but fundamentally gentle, kind, sensitive and one of the most human portrayals of a damaged hero as I’ve ever seen in romance. Hauk isn’t much to look at; he was burned over 82% of his body when a fire started in his sleeping quarters while he was stationed in Afghanistan. Somehow, five years later he’s alive, but horrifically scarred. He knows women scream looking at him and his size alone would be enough to intimidate most hardened warriors, even without the scars. But here’s where the difference comes in with Hauk and other damaged heroes. He’s funny. And not just run of the mill, laugh in your head funny. As in I laughed out loud at some of the banter he and Jolie have going back and forth through this series.
With season two of this Syfy drama rapidly approaching (it returns Friday, June 7, 10 pm), it’s a great time to catch up on the promising mystery/sci-fi hybrid series Continuum.
Molly Harper
Voyeurism is the practice of spying on people engaged in intimate behaviors, such as undressing, sexual activity, or other actions usually considered to be of a private nature. Voyeurs are most commonly male, though it’s not restricted to gender. For some, the thrill of voyeurism is the secretive nature of the act—the individual being viewed is often unaware of the voyeurs interest. Cameras, webcams, and photographs are tools of the trade. When a voyeur becomes obsessed with their subject, however, it can often lead to stalking. Often regarded as being sexual in nature, it can also be done in a nonsexual nature.
It’s that time again, where I gross you out and make you dirty giggle in your office. I can’t believe this is my fourth 
Today we're pleased to reveal the gorgeous cover for 
Acheron and Styxx, twin brothers not of blood but bonded together by the will of the Gods. Not since Caine and Abel has there been a story of two brothers whose relationship is such a tangle of jealously, pain, and rage. In 
Towards the end of season three, Gabrielle Miller (an actress well known in Canada) guest starred on Lost Girl as the ringleader for a small coven of witches. She had enough power to cause a bit of trouble for Bo and the gang, but when it came down to it, she was no match for Bo’s amped up strength. Whether Bo’s help is thanks to friend or foe we’re still not sure yet, but will hopefully discover quickly when the new run begins.
I read romance novels because I love the journey of two people falling in love. There is the encounter and then the attraction which leads to lust and hunger, need and desire. Throw in some conflict—maybe communication problems or different goals, or maybe a misunderstanding. Blend in doubts and insecurities. Shake and stir, and serve with a little heartbreak. But by the book’s end, the couple realize they complete each other—they are better people when they are together. They start their passion-filled lives together, euphorically in love and blissfully happy.
