A Google alert popped into my box this morning and let me find a really terrific review about Ceremony of Seduction on the blog The Good, The Bad & The Unread!  And what I appreciated about it the most was it was a very honest and heartfelt review.  No, she didn’t love everything, but she had great reasons for those and explained them well.  Hell, as authors we don’t ever feel our books are perfect, so I have no issues reading a well balanced review.

What was truly great is, I felt this reviewer really “got” my warped sense of humor, and that’s why she connected so well with the book.  So, a big thanks and shout out to Shannon C!

Check it out and let me know what you think.

Cassie/Tina

It’s midnight here in Arizona, and I’m up watching one of my absolute favorite movies of all time — Pride & Prejudice.  This is the one with Kiera Knightly and Matthew MacFadyen.  And I’m also doing some due diligence that’s long overdue.  What do I mean by that?

I’m Googling myself…lol.

You may think that’s a bit off the wall, but actually, it’s something all authors should do periodically.  And since I write under two pen names, I have to do it for both.  Why?  First, you can find new reviews, fans, great buzz on your books as well as places that have old blog links, incorrect information , or readers/bookstores searching for information on your books.

I have to admit, it’s been a while since I Googled Tina, and boy did I find a lot of things to address.  Eight websites still have my old Bravenet blog that I haven’t used for about a year, there are readers who are out looking for Into a Dangerous Mind (since that pub went under, I have the rights back to that story), and who are looking for Ice Maiden (same as Into a Dangerous Mind).

There’s also some girl by that same name who lives in California who got busted for selling drugs, and that pops every single time I Google myself.  I really hope my readers don’t think that was me!!  But as high as it comes up in the rankings, I’m afraid it probably gets more hits than I’d like.  Very ironic since I’m one of those rare children of the eighties who never did or even saw any drugs at all.  The girl who actually did sell the crack is probably wondering why the link to her trial story is so high in rankings since 99% of the rest of the Google hits on that name are about me.  But I do share the name with an administrative assistant, a young girl on the honor roll at her school…and, of course, the drug dealer…lol.

Anyway, I’ll have to find another night this week to Google Cassie and see what nefarious things her dopplegangers are up to!

On that note, I’m of to watch the end of Pride & Prejudice where the very delectable Matthew MacFadyen says, “You’ve bewitched me body and soul, and I love…I love…I love you, and never wish to be parted from you from this day onward.”  That always brings a sigh and a smile :)  The fight scene of the first proposal is a favorite of mine as well as the end confrontation with Lady Catherine.  But those have already passed.

Night all!

Tina/Cassie

I just received another great review–this time a 5 Cups Review from Coffee Time Romance for Vision of Seduction.

Here’s the entire review:

Katelyn Hunt owns and operates a bookstore with her best friend Rita. She is a solitary soul because of her gift of having visions. As a child she was ostracized for her ability because she had not yet learned that others not only do not appreciate her telling them what was to come, but that often they did not believe in such a gift and would make fun of her. Because of this, she keeps most people at bay, except for Rita. The first time she sees Grayson though, she thinks she just might make an exception for the hot guy who has been hanging out in her store for days!

Grayson de Klatch has agreed to marry someone who is not a Klatch witch in order to complete the ritual of the triangle to save his home world of Tador. He has been searching for the Seer spoken of in a former queen’s diaries. He is ecstatic when the Seer turns out to be Katelyn, the woman whose store he has been frequenting, since he is already very attracted to her.

When Katelyn finally works up the courage to approach the man who has had her panties in a twist for days, she has no idea just how powerful their attraction to each other is going to be. When a vision of them together in a lushly green park assails her the first time she touches him, she has an orgasm on the spot. She expects him to react with scorn, distrust or pity, instead she sees concern for her welfare and she discovers he is aware of her gift and respects it. However, before they can do anything about their mutual attraction, Cunt warriors arrive to try and steal Katelyn for their own bizarre and evil triangle ceremony which, if successful, would make their queen the ruler of Tador and displace the present Klatch queen. Unfortunately, Katelyn takes a bolt of energy to the stomach and Grayson is also injured. However, in spite of this, Grayson is able to open a portal and get them through to Tador. As Katelyn and Grayson recover from the attack they become closer, but Grayson and the other de Klatch royalty are keeping secrets from Katelyn, afraid that she might refuse to help them. Will Grayson’s love be enough to convince Katelyn that the deception was for a good reason, or will she return to Earth leaving Tador and Grayson heartbroken?

All I can say is wow, I cannot wait for the next book in this series! Ms. Ryan did it again; writing a book that is every bit as fantastic as the first in this series, Ceremony of Seduction! In Vision of Seduction, she successfully builds on the previous story and even gives the reader clues about the third upcoming book. Katelyn as the lonely woman with a powerful gift who has no use for men except for sex is positively spellbinding. Grayson is her perfect counterpart; a man who is loving, generous, and is someone who can fulfill all of Katelyn’s needs both sexual and emotional. I loved getting to see Tador through Katelyn’s eyes and some of the secrets of her childhood that are revealed in the telling of this story make it that much more special. The lovemaking is hotter than hot and helps to drive this story to its breathtaking conclusion. I cannot recommend this series enough to those who enjoy erotic romance with paranormal elements!

Regina
Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance

I just received a smoking review for Vision of Seduction! 

Check this out –

VISION OF SEDUCTION is a no-holds barred erotic adventure.  Katelyn has learned through experience not to trust or depend on anyone.  That she finds herself leaning on and caring for Grayson throws her off as much as events to which she is suddenly being exposed.  While she has never been a prude, Katelyn is alternately embarrassed and turned on by the sensual openness of Tador.  Grayson is shocked to find that he has emotions he never could have imagined.  Possessiveness, jealousy, and love are as new to him as his way of life is to Katelyn.  A wide variety of sexual encounters should be expected by the reader, including same sex unions, various group encounters, and an extreme BDSM session that is not for the squeamish or sensitive.  The sexuality is all within the context of both the story and characters, providing insight into the Klatch and the Cunts’ philosophical leanings.  Strong writing and lots of action will keep the reader engaged.  VISION OF SEDUCTION is recommended for those who like their erotica raw and edgy.

–Jennell, RRTErotic

I can’t believe the end of July crept up on me so quickly!  But here it is, and Vision of Seduction, the second book in my Seduction Series releases tomorrow.  I’ve had lots of emails asking me where you can find it, and the answer would be just about any major bookseller, online or brick and mortar store.  Barnes & Noble, Borders, Powell’s, Amazon and etc.

Also, I’ve lately be inundated with people asking if I would sign my books for them.  The answer is absolutely :)  I’ll update my site with book signing dates, and for those of you who don’t live close to those or  don’t want to wait, you can send the book (along with fully paid return postage and packaging) to the PO Box listed on my site, along with who you would like me to sign the book to, and an email or way to contact you in case there are any questions/issues.  Please understand that if no return postage and packaging is included, I won’t be able to send your book back to you.  There are just too many requests for me to be able to fund that.  However, I do offer contests through my newsletter to win the books, so if you aren’t signed up yet, head out to my website, sign up and wait for the next issue!

Cassie/Tina