Published by Self-published Genres: Romance, Urban Fantasy
Format: eARC
Title: The Slaughtered Lamb Bookstore & Bar
Series: Sam Quinn, Book 1
Author: Seana Kelly
Genre: Urban Fantasy with Romantic Elements (vampires/werewolf)
Release Date: October 13, 2020
Welcome to The Slaughtered Lamb Bookstore and Bar. I’m Sam Quinn, the werewolf book nerd in charge. I run my business by one simple rule: Everyone needs a good book and a stiff drink, be they vampire, wicche, demon, or fae. No wolves, though. Ever. I have my reasons.I serve the supernatural community of San Francisco. We’ve been having some problems lately. Okay, I’m the one with the problems. The broken body of a female werewolf washed up on my doorstep. What makes sweat pool at the base of my spine, though, is realizing the scars she bears are identical to the ones I conceal. After hiding for years, I’ve been found.
A protection I’ve been relying on is gone. While my wolf traits are strengthening steadily, the loss also left my mind vulnerable to attack. Someone is ensnaring me in horrifying visions intended to kill. Clive, the sexy vampire Master of the City, has figured out how to pull me out, designating himself my personal bodyguard. He’s grumpy about it, but that kiss is telling a different story. A change is taking place. It has to. The bookish bartender must become the fledgling badass.
I’m a survivor. I’ll fight fang and claw to protect myself and the ones I love. And let’s face it, they have it coming.
Stephanie’s 4 Star Review:
I received a free copy of this book from the author.
The is my first book by Seana Kelly. It won’t be the last. She has spun a magical tale of paranormal living among us but also in their own little world.
Do you know what I mean? I often get lost in the worlds of the books I’m reading and forget about the one I’m living. It’s easy to do when you’re sucked into a good book. This one is no exception.
There is a lot going on in this book. The setting is in a paranormal bookstore and bar. I think it would be really cool to visit if you could get in. Sounds like it would be one of the best places to snuggle up with a book and study people.
While Sam, the bookstore bar owner, is completely clueless about the paranormal community that supports her and knows more about her than she realizes she’s made a few close friends. Those friends will be put to the test in this story though. So will Sam.
I enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to reading the next on in the series. If you are a fan of Urban Fantasy and Paranormal books this one should be next on your list. I highly recommend it.
A “master class in storytelling and survival.” – Publisher’s Weekly (starred review)
“This action-packed paranormal series launch will appeal to readers who enjoy a plot-driven, female-centric journey of growth with a side of romance. Great for fans of Patricia Briggs’s Alpha and Omega series.” – Book Life (Editor’s pick)
“No one can sneak up on you if you keep your back to the wall. No one can hide in the shadows if you never turn off the lights. No one can hurt you if you never let them touch you. Trust issues? You bet. I have my reasons.”
Seana Kelly lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, two daughters, two dogs, and one fish. When not dodging her family, hiding in the garage to write, she’s working as a high school teacher-librarian. She’s an avid reader and re-reader who misses her favorite characters when it’s been too long between visits.
She’s a two-time Golden Heart® Award finalist and is represented by Sarah E. Younger of the Nancy Yost Literary Agency
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