I'm the first to admit paranormal is not my thing (apologies to those of you who love the genre), but after reading Dangerous Dreams, book one in the Beautiful Nightmare series, by Abbie Roads, I might have to rethink things.

Last year, I had the pleasure of being invited to participate in an online reader event hosted by Abbie and had a great time chatting with Abbie's peeps. After the event, I wanted to support Abbie, so I read Dangerous Dreams. Full disclosure: I didn't realize Dangerous Dreams had a paranormal element to it. I saw it was a dark romantic thriller and jumped right in. If you like dark, romantic thrillers, that's exactly what you'll get. The paranormal, in my opinion, isn't the focus of the book, but a wonderful supporting character that brings Xander and Isleen together for a twisty, surprised-packed journey that kept me reading late into the night.

Each time I thought I had this story figured out, I'd be proven wrong. As an author, I equally love and despise when that happens. Adding to a beautifully executed plot are the cast of characters. Xander and Isleen are heartbreakingly flawed and must battle their own emotional demons throughout the story. I rooted for them, both individually and as a couple, as the obstacles just kept coming (and coming and coming!). If you like dark thrillers with a paranormal element, I think you'll love Dangerous Dreams.

Abbie is generously offering a free download of Shattered Dreams, book three in the Beautiful Nightmare series, to the Inner Circle. I hope this series takes you on the same adventurous ride I experienced. Note: Shattered Dreams deals with themes that might be hard for some readers, so please check out the book blurb.

-Adrienne

September Deal from Abbie Roads

I promise, you'll fall hard for Thornton maybe even before Amanda realizes she has. These books are a touch steampunk-y and more sciencey! There's a thread of suspense running through, too. I know a lot of my readers know and love my heroines who question and push at the boundaries of the world, who are educated and strong. And you'll love those same things in Anne's writing.

But don't let that fool you. I don't think it really matters if you were looking for this kind of story. You'll fall headfirst into it either way.

If you love historical romances, The Golden Spider will show you a better history. It has all the etiquette and pageantry and politics you love, with room for wilder romance. Amanda and Thornton will steal you away.

I highly recommend you grab this one. Give it three pages, I promise you'll take all three hundred!

-Savannah

September Deal from Anne Renwick