5 Angels for OUT OF HELL

The Devane Files Book One: Out of Hell
Author: Denysé Bridger
ISBN: 1-59578-268-0
Available from: Liquid Silver Books
5 Angels

Haunted by the Ripper murders, Michael Devane now faces another gruesome murder. It is no secret that he uses opium to help with his visions that help him solve some of his toughest cases. Unfortunately, his visions also cause him pain and anguish. Hoping to solve the murder of Robert Bradshaw, Michael questions Bethany Davenshire-Bradshaw for some clues. However, he soon realizes that there is more to Bethany than meets the eye, and the attraction between the two is making the case harder to solve. Not to mention the fact that one of his visions shows Bethany in the room at the time of the murder. Can he prove she is innocent and have her for his own?

This story brings us into a time when gruesome murders were not an everyday occurrence. Michael Devane’s personality reflects that of a cop who has dealt with pain, and Ms. Bridger does an excellent job in describing his emotions and the turmoil he feels. There were parts of the book that made you look over your shoulder to make sure there wasn’t anyone behind you. The attraction between the main characters is immediate, and one can’t help but hope for Bethany’s innocence in the murder of her husband. The secondary characters also brought life to the story blending into the plot line with ease. Out of Hell is a different look into the times of the Ripper murders.

Reviewed by: JoAnn
Fallen Angel Reviews

Featured Author & Wicked Escapes chat!

Hello again, everyone!

Just to keep you current, I’m now the featured author in MySpace with The Faeri Group! The feature looks great, so I hope you’ll all take a minute to have a peek. Let me know what you think, too, okay? I will be adding a couple of new book covers soon, since I’ve just signed two new contracts this week! (You can click on the link below, of the banner!)

I will also be chatting with my fellow Wicked Escapes columnists at Joyfully Reviewed on Friday, February 23rd, between 12-6 PM – Eastern Time, so if you’d like to drop in and say hello to us, or talk about the zine, everyone’s welcome! The URL is listed below.

That’s it for the moment, I’m off to get more work done!

Thanks — always!!

The Faeri Group
Chatting with Joyfully Reviewed

Updates on Forthcoming Releases

Another busy period is coming up, but I wanted to let everyone know what progress things are making. So, to keep it current, this is what's been taking place over the past two days!

I've just completed edits on my next book, Silent Death, my first with New Concepts Publishing, and it looks like a March release. Silent Death is an erotic thriller, with a heavy dose of Martial Arts, as the hero is a ninja! It was great fun to write, believe me.

The next one will be my first book with Forbidden Publications, and if you're a lover of paranormal/vampire tales, then A Whisper of Humanity will be one you don't want to miss! I believe it's also scheduled for March, but I'm not certain of that, so will have to keep you posted.

Another Man's Wife will be out with Samhain Publishing, tentatively in June. This is the revised reprint of my very first pro release, A Safer Haven, which won the Amber Heat Contest back in 2004 -- and won me my first five-star reviews as well!! It's a Western, and I have a great fondness for it, so I'll be happy to see it back on my catalogue!

I've also just been offered contract for a new fantasy novella called The Gates of Infinity. This one involves pirates, time loops, and magic! Liquid Silver Books will be the publisher!

I think that's it for today, as you can see, busy weekend already! I have to finish my Wicked Escapes column today, and will announce when it's ready for reading!

Have a great weekend everyone!!

MBL Originals

Maggie B. Lawlor is the artist who did the beautiful artwork you see on the opening page of my website. She now has her own website/showcase for her lovely work and enormous talent. You can click on the image above, or the link in this post, and see for yourself what wonderful things she's creating now! Maybe even commission something for your own website or personal collection!

MBL Originals

As Fate Decrees - Coming Soon

Okay, folks, here it is -- the first "public" outing for the cover of my very first mass market, non-erotic fantasy novel. The book is based on Greek Mythology, is set in Ancient Greece and Modern Day Athens, and is the beginning of what could easily be a series, or a stand-alone novel. The book is slated to be released in Canada late this summer, and six months later will go on to International release.

I love the look of the cover, and if anyone would like to read an excerpt, let me know and I'll post a file to my newsgroup, and/or here!

Media Kits are being prepared by the marketting department at EDGE Science Fiction & Fantasy, so if you'd like to be added to the announcement list for a kit/promo when they begin sending them out, send me a note at: denyse@denysebridger.com, and I'll see that your name is on the list I'm compiling for the Marketting Supervisor. If you click on the cover image, it will take you to the "coming soon" page of the EDGE site, and scroll down... You'll find me!!

Thanks!

Hugs,

Denyse

Your thoughts, please?

Okay, just for a change of pace, I’d like to pose a serious question to my readers and seek your response to this. Those of you who are registered at my newsgroup may have already seen much of this being discussed yesterday, but I’m still having a hard time working out how I feel about it all, so would like the perceptions of others.

Saturday was a difficult day for me, as an author and as a person. I've been happily writing a new romance novel this past month, a novel aimed at Harlequin's "Presents" line. The book was inspired by someone I love very much, and has been almost magical to write. When I went to MySpace yesterday, I discovered new messages -- not nice ones. A few of his fans have accused me of exploiting his popularity to further my own interests. I can honestly say that this interpretation of my actions never even occurred to me as I shared the idea and the early pages of the book with some of his fans. They were all as enthusiastic as I was, and embraced the project. Personally, I'd rather slit my own throat than ever exploit the talent and work of someone I greatly respect and admire, but... Having let the hurt, (believe me when I tell you some tears were shed), and anger subside a little, I'm honest enough to see that some people might see it in the light it was presented. Which leads me to a question for all of you to consider, and maybe even offer some insight on: When does admiration and inspiration become exploitation, in your opinion? If the object of your "inspiration" is another artist who is vastly more successful than you are, are you really exploiting that art to further your own goals?

The second part of that question also needs addressing: Does anyone, without knowing you at all, have the right to decide what the motives are behind your creations as an author? Inspiration is a different thing for anyone who writes/creates, and my motives are generally not the same as the next author's, even within the same genre. So, does a fan have any justifiable reason to tell me that I dare not write a particular story? Your thoughts? While I am not exactly under attack here, I have been down this road before, so I'm looking for honest thoughts about how to handle it?? I know it stopped me cold and not a new word has been written despite my best efforts to ignore it all. Today I am still ambivalent about the book.

So, the floor is yours, my friends and readers. Tell me what you think??? And thanks in advance for any insights you care to put forth.

Silent Death

This is the cover for my first release with New Concepts Publishing! Isn't it great? No details yet, but as soon as I have a tentative date, I'll let everyone know! Wanted to share this beautiful cover right away, though!!

The Domino Effect - Review

The Domino Effect

Available from: Liquid Silver Books

3 Angels - Fallen Angel Reviews

Denyse Bridger’s The Domino Effect is an action-packed romantic suspense. Daniella and Martin are an engaging couple that are able to let love lead them. The story starts off with action when Daniella is kidnapped and the action does not stop until the very end. Ms. Bridger has created characters that will not soon be forgotten, not only are Martin and Daniella unforgettable but so are the secondary characters. I enjoyed that when faced with a tough choice, Daniella was willing to put Martin first without considering how her actions would affect her. This is not a book to be missed.

Reviewed by: Tewanda

Simply The Best - New Review!

SIMPLY THE BEST
Rating: 5 cups
Mary E
Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance
Reviewer for Karen Find Out About New Books

Wow, this was amazing to read. To be honest, if the review was not due I think I would still be stuck in this book's magic. I must have reread this book six times already this week. This book has everything I could have ever wanted in a story. It was sexy, it was romantic, it had a strong family feel, and it was very, very real. Congratulations, Ms. Bridger, you have a winner.

To read an excerpt, click on the cover image.

Wicked Escapes

My first "Island Escape" column is now ready for viewing/reading at Wicked Escapes ezine. It's a sexy, in-your-face serial that is not the stuff of sweet romance. So, if you'd like a short, hot, sexy read over your coffeebreak, take a minute and visit!! Just click on the above graphic, and you're there!

Cyphre Voudou - Valentine Majick!

This is the company of a very dear friend, and they have some of the most wonderful stuff on their site, you really should take a few minutes and have a look!!

Ah, tis the time for sweet nothings,
The time for remembering,
The time for Valentine's Day!

And for your consideration, our lovely pirate captain Vixen and her stalwart naval officer lover Jamie have gleaned the Coastal Market in search of some delicious valentine gifts for your beloved pirate or sailor ... or maybe for yourself! We are offering complimentary gift-wrapping and a hand-calligraphied message for all gifts ordered before February 7th (Stateside) - to our overseas visitors, please make your purchases by February 1 in order to make certain your gift arrives in time for February 14, Valentine's Day.

Sail over to Cyphre Voudou where majick for loving comes in the most delightful packages!

Five flags for Descent Into Darkness

DESCENT INTO DARKNESS

Descent Into Darkness by Denysé Bridger spans over various times and centuries where this dark fantasy vampire fiction story spirals around the characters of Alexander, Amberlaine and supporting characters Julian and Diana. The story is so intense at times by the brutal murders, that you also have a dark thriller that is very hard to put down until you know what happens to the characters. The author, Denysé Bridger, surprises the reader throughout the book on the turn of events that the reader would have never thought would occur. It’s at times, a fatal love story, but no ending in sight to know how most of the characters lives end. Alexander DeLenoir has such a dark past and conscience and morality, that the reader will have mixed feelings on him from scene to scene. This is partly what makes this book a great thriller. The passion between Alexander and Amberlaine is erotic and dark. The reader will feel the intensity of their love that becomes so addicting and maddening. The author promises her readers more of their story and an ending that will be anticipated until the pages are turned again. A quote from the book, very much gives a one sentence look of the story: "When you are in love with a madman, Julian, his madness becomes all that you are, and the darkest places of the soul become your home. Your descent into darkness is made complete."

This book is highly recommended for those who love dark fantasy stories. Once you read it, you'll be begging from the author for more of future stories of these characters, even an outcome of the end of this saga. An outstanding story of erotic fiction.

Five Flags
Reviewed by Cathie M.

The complete review can be viewed at Euro-Reviews

To purchase this book, or read an excerpt: Liquid Silver Books

The Light Within My Soul

THE LIGHT WITHIN MY SOUL is an exciting new contemporary romance I’ve been working on, with the goal of submitting it to the Harlequin Presents line.

The story is set in Rome, and involves a stunning Italian singer, and a young tourist stranded in the city. Their story begins when one of Italy’s glittering stars returns home to make a video for his latest release, and spend some vacation time in the small village of his birth. Jaded and tired, Patrizio Bartolinni is not looking to become involved in anything more demanding than a swim in the pool of his secluded villa. He’s had enough of paparazzi, socialites and debutantes, as well as the glitz and glamour of the parties and receptions. He needs time to be alone and do some soul-searching. But, life seldom works out the way anyone plans, even an internationally acclaimed singer.

During what should be the final day of filming his new video, Patrizio’s sound people pick up a disturbance at a nearby café interfering with their shoot. The handsome singer decides to see if there’s anything he can do to help the distraught girl in the middle of a heated argument between the owner and a young man seated at the table with her. When he has straightened things out and gone back to work, he thinks that’s the end of it. But, the girl is at the café again the next day, and he soon discovers she’s been stabbed and is near death. Things quickly change for the renowned singer when the results of an investigation suggest the reason for her injury might be connected to Patrizio, and not her cheating boyfriend.

Telling himself he is simply taking responsibility for the girl because of what the police have told him, Patrizio takes her to his villa to recover, and it’s not long before the seductive playboy finds himself falling very much in love with her.

For Jillian Light, a woman barely aware of the fame of the man who has come to her rescue, an affair with a gorgeous Italian was never in the cards when she decided to visit Rome with her fiance’s tour company. Finding Brad Savage in bed with an employee of the hotel they were staying in was devastating enough, but being confined to a villa with the striking man who saved her from bleeding to death was creating an entirely different kind of terror in her vulnerable heart. Patrizio Bartolinni was the type of man a woman never forgets once she’s fallen under his spell, and he was definitely out of her league in a big way. Yet, kindness and warmth could weave a bond that no amount of good sense could escape, as she was about to find out.

Falling in love with him more each day, Jillian is torn between the desire to give herself to the affair and walk away with a cherished memory, and the need to retain what little freedom she still has in his presence. In the midst of his vacation, Patrizio is forced into the spotlight yet again in order to lure a potential killer, but this time, Jillian is at his side, and an old lover adds yet another complication to the deadly game that is being put into play. If they survive, will love be enough to overcome the tremendous pressures of his career, and his very public past?

I hope you’ll want to find out about these two special people. I am in the early stages of writing the book, but I am having a wonderful time with it and will happily keep you up to date with things if you’re interested! Maybe even post a scene from time to time? Please let me know your thoughts, and I’ll respond to any suggestions and/or questions you care to put forth!! (And, yes, the sexy guy in the picture here is my inspiration for the new book.)

MBL Originals

Okay, you've all seen Maggie's Artwork, this image is the opening page of my website. Well, her official website is under construction and will be going live very soon. However, the eBay Auction page is already in place and operational. This page will keep track of all the artcards that Maggie does, link you directly eBay if you're interested in having a look, or even giving you the option of watching the card without visiting eBay directly. As the auctions end, the cards vanish and new ones appear for bidding, so it's always current. I know a few of you have told me that you wanted to look at her work but the links weren't cooperating, so this will make it so much easier for everyone, Maggie included. There are four auctions live at the moment, one of them a gorgeous new wolf, and a mermaid! If you'd like to take a peek, here's the link to use:

http://mbloriginals.com/ebay.html

When the full site is operational, it will be placed in the links section, and at my website, of course!

Forbidden - a new erotic fantasy novel

FORBIDDEN
Author: Lila Dubois
Genre: Erotic Fantasy
Available: January 1st, 2007
Publisher: Liquid Silver Books

The Land Between The Seas, a world in peril, is the responsibility of one woman. Cryessa, High Priestess of the land by birth and training, is strong and commanding, but locked in a life and death struggle to protect her people from the King, who bears a centuries old hate for the Temple. Bound to her in slavery, prisoners of war and captives of fate, five men serve as her aides, her lovers, her slaves. One, however, is bound to her with something stronger, deeper, and utterly forbidden. Tamlohn, kidnapped and given to her in chains, chafes at his bindings, but continues to submit, in every way, because of his love and hers. The political climate in the kingdom is steadily worsening. King Throlock, like his predecessors before him, rules the land only for his own pleasure. He has been continually thwarted by the efforts of the Priestess, while his multiple plots to overthrow or control the Temple have failed. Each failure has only made the King more petulant, vindictive, and determined to hurt those who hinder him, particularly the beloved and dedicated High Priestess. Cryessa takes on the King and a centuries-old curse to protect her people, the temple, and the traditions she is entrusted to keep, no matter the cost to herself and her slaves. But, in a land steeped in ritual and magic, bound by rules that are indissoluble, can she protect herself from love—the highest form of treason?

Forbidden is Lila's debut novel, and it promises to be the first of many, so if you feel like being swept away to a world of love and passion, this is the book to take on that journey! For more information, visit Liquid Silver Books, or Lila's personal website!

Liquid Silver Books
Lila Dubois