4 Plugs for BEYOND THE MAZE

OMG! They haven't even had time to post this to their website! I just got it in my email!!! WOOT!

From The Romance Reader's Connection...

BEYOND THE MAZE
Canice Brown-Porter
Freya's Bower
ISBN: 1-934069-10-8
June 2006
Paranormal Romance (time-travel)

Aubrianna Sheffield has come to the maze - her place of solace - on the grounds of her home, Chadwich Manor Estates after a long day of tours. The weather changes abruptly and she finds that she is no longer where she thought she was.

Lord Keane Hamilton Chadwick IV is walking through his maze when he stumbles across the woman of his recent dreams. How can this be? How could this woman step from the desires of his heart and his dreams, into his arms? He may not know how she got here but he certainly knows he won't be letting her go.

This is a very short story - but a good story indeed. The short format doesn't allow the reader to become emotionally invested in the characters but the storyline is compelling and draws the reader in. It is a delightful tale and it's interesting to see how the characters deal with how Aubrianna traveled back in time.

The author throws in a health scare and how the characters deal with this new twist in enjoyable. The sex scene is well written and descriptive. The characters are enjoyable and believable. Overall a good short story that I would recommend to people who enjoy this format.

Reviewed by: Jennifer Harden
Rating: 4 (4 Plugs Denotes a Book is Excellent)

And the winner is....

Maria! Congratulations!

Thanks everyone who entered! This was fun! I'll be doing another one later this week!

Okay, everyone! My "Win a Free Copy of Beyond the Maze" contest has begun! Be sure to post a comment on either today's or yesterday's blog posts. I'll draw the winner's name at 2:30pm Sunday, July 30th! I'll announce the winner's name in the Freya's Bower chat over on Novelspotters. One entry per person, please. My blog addy has changed to:
http://canicebrown-porter.blogspot.com
Be sure to update your records!

Here's Your Chance to Win a Copy of BEYOND THE MAZE!

Hello Everyone! I'm Canice Brown-Porter, author of BEYOND THE MAZE, released by Freya's Bower about 5 weeks ago. I'll be holding a blog contest on Sunday, July 30th and giving away a copy of my Freya's Bower Bites ebook, Beyond the Maze! All you have to do is leave a comment on my post that day promoting my ebook! (The "K.I.S.S." theory at work here!) I'll put everyone's name - who leaves me a comment on Sunday - into a drawing and pull the winner's name at 2:30PM (ET). I'll announce the winner in the Freya's Bower Novelspotter chat which is being held from 10AM - 3PM (EST) that day. You must be a member to enter the chat.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/novelspotter/
Looking forward to seeing everyone there! My blog addy is http://canicebrown-porter.blogspot.com/
Bites are 6,000 to 8,000 words and consists of two short stories that share a common theme.

BLURB
Beyond the Maze
Aubrianna Sheffield strolled through the magnificient centuries-old maze of Chadwick Manor Estates at the end of every day just to unwind. Little did she expect to bump headlong into a gorgeous, masculine bulk on her way back to the manor. Too bad his disposition matched the sudden dark, angry thunder clouds overhead. And, when he demanded an answer as to why she was wandering around his private grounds, she questioned his sanity. Of all the nerve!

The Lord of Chadwick
Lord Keane Hamilton Chadwick IV struggled with the dream-come-to-life, beautiful blonde he held steady in his grasp. Even soaked to the skin in the downpour, she was breathtaking. But that sharp tongue and uncultured speech of hers drove him to the brink of madness. His family had owned Chadwick Manor Estates for over one-hundred-fifty years, and this mere slip of a woman had the audacity to order him to leave. She should be locked away in an asylum!
Rating: Tangy
Warning: Contains graphic language
To read an excerpt or purchase BEYOND THE MAZE, visit: Freya's Bower

New Release From Freya's Bower!

Sorcha's Heart by Debbie Mumford
A legendary relic, a dragon-wrought amulet, the Heart of Fire may be the salvation of her people, and Sorcha is willing to pay any price to obtain it, but when she discovers the price is the loss of her humanity, she learns caution too late. Only a hero can save her, and he isn't human. Available July 30th from Freya's Bower!

SHE'S GOT LEGS! from fellow author, Amanda Brice

You won't want to miss Amanda Brice's, SHE'S GOT LEGS! Why not pick up a copy of this wonderful chick lit? Blurb and infomation below. SHE'S GOT LEGS! is a Freya's Bower Bites, which consists of two short stories that share a common theme. Bites are only 6,000 to 8,000 words long...a great quick read!

SHE'S GOT LEGS (chick lit 7500 words)
When the Clock Strikes
Daria Wyatt didn't want to go to her fifteen-year high school reunion. Although she has blossomed from a wallflower into a powerful Capitol Hill attorney, she knew seeing those girls in person wouldn't exactly do wonders for her self-esteem. If only her younger sister Kara hadn't insisted she go. Giving in to shut her sister up, Daria borrows Kara's high heels in an effort to jumpstart her confidence. But in her rush to get out the door, she picks up the wrong pair, a butt-ugly purple platform creation with bright green sequins...

After Midnight
Greg McCauley can't believe his bad luck. He finally meets a beautiful, intelligent, intriguing, confident woman, but she rushes off before he can get her number. He knows heshould put her out of his mind, but there's just something about her. Those lips, thoseeyes, those legs, those crazy shoes...
Rating: Tangy
Book Length: Bites
Price: $2.00
Amanda Bricehttp://www.amandabrice.com/ (although it's still just a placeholder for now)
She's got a blog now! http://www.amandabrice.blogspot.com/

3½ KISSES from Romance Divas!

Below is a partial excerpt from my first review of BEYOND THE MAZE from Romance Divas, the NUMBER ONE romance writers forum on the net!

BEYOND THE MAZE
By::Canice Brown-Porter
Freya’s Bower, 2006
Reviewed by :: Stacey Brutger
An erotica, historical, time-travel e-book

Aubrianna Sheffield inherited Chadwick Manor, an old English estate that offered tours on the weekends. Many afternoons she visited the center of the maze to collect herself and unwind from the day. Still dressed in nineteenth century regalia from an earlier tour, she lost track of time. It was only when rain threatened that she came to herself and hurried toward the manor house. And managed to trip on the path! Disgruntled, she started to straighten when her hand brushed against something solid. A set of skeleton keys. Mystified, she held onto them and dashed along the path, hoping to avoid the downpour. Instead, she ran smack dab into someone. And a gorgeous someone at that, if it wasn't for his threatening demeanor.

Lord Keane Hamilton Chadwick IV, found the woman in his maze both intriguing and infuriating. She persisted on telling him she owned the property when he knew darn well the inheritance was his alone. Keane needed to solve the mystery. Was she as insane as she sounded or did the innocence he glimpsed in her beautiful eyes hold the real truth?

Good beginning, an even better ending, made Beyond the Maze a fascinating read. The tension was good, but some parts were so glossed over and hurried, it could be a bit confusing. Aubrianna seemed a bit brash at times, but she could match Keane step for step when he was at his most overbearing. Their personalities seemed to suite each other perfectly. I love historical novels and although I would have liked more description of the time, I enjoyed this short piece. For a brief glimpse into the past, Beyond the Maze is the perfect read.
3 ½ Kisses

You can get your copy today - right this minute - in PDF or HTML formats at http://www.freyasbower.com/content/view/65/88/

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EXCERPT - BEYOND THE MAZE
The door burst open and slammed back against the wall. Keane stomped into the room. Aubrianna whirled around to meet the ominous storm of masculine anger coming towards her. Her heart slammed against her chest. Her pulse quickened. She stumbled over the breath caught in her throat at the pure virility of the man.

No way can I be attracted to such a Neanderthal. Yet, the man appeared to be tormented by unknown demons. He exuded an aura of control and respect, but there was something in the lines around his eyes. Keane Chadwick dealt with an internal conflict that was quite obviously keeping him from restful sleep. A dark secret he was apparently loathed to share with anyone. His dark hair, still damp from the rain, clung to his head and neck. Dark eyes were leveled on her without so much as a blink.

“Leave us, Ella!” He stopped only mere inches away. “Now!”

I will not be intimidated. She nailed him with her own adamant glare. Aubrianna stood rigid, her back straight, wearing nothing more than her under petticoat and drawers. “What the hell do you think you’re doing bursting into my room?”

His fingers wrapped around her upper arm, and he yanked her closer until they stood toe-to-toe. “This is my room, in my house, and I will burst into any room whenever I damn well please!”

“Well, I beg to differ,” she said, her chin raised, her gaze melded to his. Her voice sounded relaxed and confident to her own ears, but her insides jiggled like Jell-O. “No gentleman would enter a lady’s bed chamber uninvited.”

She watched Keane’s eyes travel down between them. Perspiration beaded across his forehead and upper lip before he exhaled a heated breath that feathered over her bare shoulders. He swung his eyes back to meet hers. She inhaled sharply. The thin white petticoat did little to shield her aroused nipples from his open gaze. He smelled of leather. His gaze drifted along the curve of her chin to her mouth. Feathery gasps escaped from her lips. The tip of her tongue slipped across her lower lip.

Smoldering heat ignited in the pit of her stomach, radiating outwards to consume her body. Her skin flushed from her cheeks to her toes.

She gulped a jagged breath when her body met the hard wall of his chest, and his lips crushed hers. His tongue licked along her lower lip. Her breasts pressed against his chest, her nipples hardened into turgid little beads. She struggled to free herself.

Thank God, I'm Home!

It's been tough trying to keep up with all that is going on andwith my writing. Personally, I haven't been able to write since hubby's tumor diagnosis. Now with his eye surgeries and all the running back and forth to Duke University's Eye Center...well, it's been tough. As a matter of fact, it's been so tough, I'm not even going dancing this week! I just don't have the energy.

Anyway, I finally read Bachelor Number Four written by Megan Hart. I even got the review written and submitted to my editor at Romance Divas this morning! WoooHooo! It's published by Amber Quill Press and has a heat rating of 2. Just spicy enough to keep things moving along. It's a great read!

I still have A Taste of Temptation by author Gayle Eden to read. Then, I'll write my review. I love historicals!

Maybe I'll be able to write on my own stuff in another week or two. In the meantime, have you bought my historical time travel, Beyond the Maze, yet? No! Oh My! It's a great quick read and at only $2.00 (USD)! You can read an excerpt and purchase it at http://www.freyasbower.com/content/view/65/88 . Okay...so...what are you waiting for?

Just in from Freya's Bower Editor-in-Chief, Marci Baun:

A chance to chat with our people.
Date: Sun, July 16, 2006
Time: 2 pm - 5 pm
Location: Romance Divas Chat Room — you must be a member to participate
Type: Live chat
We look forward to seeing your bright smiley faces. :)
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