Today I would like to give a warm welcome to the fabulous paranormal romance duo, Laura Wright and Alexandra Ivy, joining us with their second Bayou Heat book!
TEAM PLAYER
As you know, Alex and I write these stories together. I mean, we write our individual stories on our own, but many of the main plot points, characters, setting, and mythology are worked out together. Writing as a team has been the greatest thing, for us a both I believe☺ We complement each other well, have very different voices, which gives a broad range with characters, we’re super focused and in love with the Wildlands, and most importantly of all – WE REALLY DIG EACH OTHER☺
So, what do you think? Could you work with your friend?
Bayou Heat Series
New Year. New World. New Species.
LEGEND OF THE PANTERA
Hidden in the depths of the Louisiana bayous, the Pantera, have become little more than a legend to most humans. It’s rumored that in the ancient past twin sisters, born of magic, had created a sacred land and claimed it as their own. From that land was born creatures who were neither human or animal, but a mixture of the two. Faster and stronger than humans, they have hyper acute senses, and when surrounded by the magic of the Wildlands they’re capable of shifting into pumas. It was also whispered that they possess other gifts. Telepathy, witchcraft, immortality, and the ability to produce a musk that could enthrall mere mortals. Mothers warned young girls never to roam alone near the swamps, convinced that they would be snatched by the Pantera, while young men were trained to avoid hunting anywhere near the protected Wildlands. Not that the warnings were always successful. What girl didn’t dream of being seduced by a gorgeous, mysterious stranger? And what young man didn’t want to try his skill against the most lethal predators?
As the years passed, however, the sightings of the Pantera became so rare that the rumors faded to myths. Most believed the entire species had become extinct. Sadly they weren’t entirely mistaken...
Raphael & ParishBook #1 and #2 in the Bayou Heat Series
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The brilliant and dangerous diplomat of the Pantera shapeshifters, Raphael has devoted his life to discovering the key to the infertility that is threatening the extinction of his puma race. Creating a vast network of spies worldwide, he never expected to discover that the answer might be beneath his very nose. But when Ashe, a beautiful human female, crosses his path, his most primitive instincts are stirred. Unable to resist, he takes her to his bed, and is shocked when she becomes pregnant with his child. It’s a miracle that might prove to be the salvation of his people, but only if he can keep her safe from the mercenaries determined to kill her. Untamed and undeniably sexy, Parish, leader of the Pantera hunters, rarely leaves the magic of the Wildlands to deal with the humans he despises. But with the prized and risky Pantera birth on the way, puma shifter, Parish must travel to New Orleans to find and bring back a human doctor. The moment he sees the lovely, talented and all too human Dr. Julia Cabot he cannot resist the wild, potent drive to make her his. Betrayed and destroyed by love, Julia will not let her heart choose her path again. But as she and Parish fight to save the life of an unborn child, a fierce and overwhelming bond develops between them, threatening her frozen heart with the secret hope and ultimate temptation of love and family.
Bayon & Jean-BaptisteBayou Heat Series, #3 and #4
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The fight continues in the Wildlands. Facing extinction, the Pantera have been given a miracle. A child. The first one in over fifty years. But even as they prepare to celebrate, the enemy strikes, putting at risk the fragile female who carries the hope of their people.
BAYON
Charming, drop-dead gorgeous Hunter Bayon is thirsting for revenge on the enemies who slipped into the Wildlands and attacked Ashe and her vulnerable child. Pledging to track down the cowards, Bayon goes on the hunt, pursuing the humans to a nearby town. But searching their shabby hideaway, he makes a discovery that shocks him to his very soul and might very well destroy the heart of the Pantera.
JEAN-BAPTISTE
Tattooed and pierced, sexy Nurturer Jean-Baptiste has been living in utter isolation. His cat is out of control, and the only thing that soothes the beast is a rare mineral he keeps inking into his skin. Until he meets her: Genevieve Burel. The beautiful and buttoned-up female puma is unlike anyone he’s ever met. She makes his cat purr, and he knows he must possess her, mate with her. But the secret she's keeping might threaten not only their unbridled passion for one another, but the very future of the Pantera race.
About Laura:Author of the Bestselling Mark of the Vampire series, Laura Wright spent the early years of her life immersed in the worlds of singing, acting and competitive ballroom dancing. But when she started writing, she knew she’d found her true calling. Laura lives in Los Angeles, California with her husband, two children, three dogs, two frogs and two fish. She’s been thrice nominated for a Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award, and loves hearing from her readers.Connect with Laura: Website / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads
About Alexandra:Alexandra Ivy is the New York Times bestselling author of the Guardians of Eternity series, the Immortal Rogues series and the Sentinels.Alexandra graduated from Truman University with a degree in theatre before deciding she preferred to bring her characters to life on paper rather than stage. She currently lives in Missouri with her extraordinarily patient husband and teenage sons.Connect with Alexandra: Website / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads
Giveaway Details:
Alexandra and Laura are giving away the following prizes on their tour:
*Grand Prize: $50.00 gift Card to Amazon or B&N
*Runners-Up: FIVE Runners-Up will receive an eBook of Bayon/Jean-Baptiste and a Bayou Heat SWAG Pack. (If you haven't read the first book Raphael/Parish you can substitute for that book)
Bayou Heat II Tour Schedule
4/13- Book Lovin' Mamas
4/13- Cocktails and Books
4/14- Paranormal Book Club
4/15- Page Flippers
4/15 - Writerspace Blog
4/16- Paranormal Haven
4/17- The Reading Cafe
4/19- Books-n-Kisses
4/20- Under the Covers
4/21- Riverina Romantics
4/22- Urban Girl Reader
4/23- GraveTells
4/25- Romancing The Book
4/26- My Secret Romance
4/27- Salacious Reads
4/29- I Smell Sheep
4/30- Mimmi's Musings
5/01- Alexx Mom Cat's
Gateway
5/03- Mad Hatter Reads
5/04- Bookin It Reviews
5/05- Date With A Book
5/07- The Jeep Diva
5/08- Night
Owl Reviews
I love these authors and I cannot wait to read this series. sdylion(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteLove the excerpt. Cant wait to read this book.
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I think its incredible when people can partner to write books. I'm not sure I could do that. I had a partner for a college project paper once and it was hilarious. We tried so hard, but she was analytical and I was/am not.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the newest book. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
I have always found the bayou fascinating. I would love to read anything set there.
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This looks like one that has to go on my to-read list!
ReplyDeleteI think I could co-author with the right person. It would sure be fun to try!
Thanks for the giveaway!
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