Mina Carter

I received this book in exchange for an honest review (LoP or Lovers of Paranormal).

I enjoyed reading this bundle but like most novellas it's short, too short for me! For me personally, if it's a novella it has got to have more story than sex since everything is shorter (compared to a full length novel). The stories in this bundle are about 30% story and 70% sex. I have absolutely no problem with it but because the PPA world is so interesting I wanted more of the action, adventure and story show more building rather than the wild, hot sex.

What I liked:
The world building is goodish, we got a quick run down on what the world is like and how the paranormal interacts with the humans. The PPA is a really good concept and the author could totally write more to the series using the PPA but it should be in novels rather than novellas because I think the reader should get a better background story on PPL abd the characters involves in it (the whys and how's need to be answered). I would totally buy that a PPL novel.

The characters looked like they needed a full length novel rather than the short steamy novella (as I've repeated many times, sorry!). They were written well but needed more depth but since it's a novella it wasn't possible.

I absolutely love how Mina Carter brings in the other paranormals into the book not just the typical were and vamp. Other paranormals exist and they play parts! Yay!

What I didn't like:
The length (duh since I've said it 100x). The only reason I keep bringing this up is because the sex took up so much of the story. It would have been OK and worked well if it was a novel but since it wasn't I felt that the plot was left hanging, I didn't get to know the characters better, the conflicts are really rushed and it felt like it was used just as a means of getting the MCs into bed. I needed more resolution with the plot and more story to the characters. And I felt like for a couple of the characters they are suddenly having sex and I'm like "Huh?! I didn't know s/he was in to him/her." And late on there's no "I love you's" because they need to have more sex and beat the bad guy but more sex first.

I'm going to buy the series but I would LOVE it if the author writes them into a full length novel i see so much potential.

Recommendation?
It's a maybe. If you like the short erotic stories and you just want the quick fix of hot sex than buy it because you'll like it.
If you want more story-building than you might enjoy it but feel a bit unsatisfied with the plot but it shows so much potential!

Edit: I added a few more details of my review and I also to comment I read PPA 2 and it was better than the first one in regards to having a more solid plot, more character development and better resolutions and tying up of conflicts (there's some reason to it now and it's not just sex) but still no explanation of how and why PPA exists. I'm calling g out for a few Prequel books! show less

Originally posted at Strange Bedfellows: PNR Reviews
http://strangebf.blogspot.com/2013/02...

First impression: another fabulous cover from artist Kanaxa. Sometimes you really can and should judge a book by its cover. The combination of Mina Carter's remarkable writing and Kanaxa's top-notch artistry makes a powerful one-two punch. It's like they have the ability to reach into my brain and pluck out the secrets to what makes me spend copious money on books . . .

Okay, the longer I sit with that show more sentence the odder it it feels, so let's move on!

My reaction: holy crap, this is an awesome story. I can't believe there's a whole world of Mina Carter books out there, and I'm just now twigging to it. I thought Perfect Mate was wildly entertaining, but Solar Storm totally outshines it.

Carter's writing is unquestionably brilliant. So precise, so sharp and gripping. The concept behind this story--traveling through space by sailing along solar currents--would create a great sense of adventure regardless, but Carter's impressive imagery makes this story come alive. And once you're hooked, prepare to be absorbed. The setup, the details laid out--terminology, descriptions, histories--create wonderful depth and immersion.

The story starts off strong and confident, an instant attention getter. And despite the fact that this isn't a long book, there's plenty of action and, well, action to keep you satisfied. Carter doesn't waste a single word on fluff or filler--just concentrated, full-throttled fun.

And the really good news . . . This is one incredibly sexy book. Kel is the stuff of wet dreams--a badass super-soldier who's hardwired to want his sex hot, hard, and often. His chemistry with take-charge, no-hesitation Rhys is palpably thrilling. There's nothing dull or tepid about these two, that's for sure. Hell, this whole book is one hot number.

Mina Carter, I think I love you. show less

What you'll find: werewolves, vampires, and zombies. Practically the holy trinity of paranormal romance these days, but one must admit it's a potent combination when crafted by the hands of a skilled writer.

Mina Carter, for instance, is a shining star that helps guide paranormal beings out of the treacherous void of melodrama, poet shirts, and misplaced sparkles. She brings things firmly into the here and now with this book about military experiments gone wrong, wisecracking werewolves show more toting assault weaponry, and tough-chick heroines that like to do a bit of asskicking of their own, thank you very much.

Perfect Mate is the first book of Carter's "Mate" series and introduces a world where the US military has secretely been experimenting on soldiers in order to create elite fighters that can take a lickin' while ripping your head off with a smile. In short, the government is creating a covert force of werewolves, vampires, and—you guessed it—zombies.

One such experiment is Captain Jack Harper, a superior fighter and alpha of his lycanthropic squad. Jack has gone out of his way to make him and his men seem like obedient, mindless soldiers--all the while planning their escape.

Lillian Rosewood strives to be a competent hospital manager, but truthfully she feels like something is missing from her life. She longs for adventure and excitement—not expecting to actually find it when Jack Harper's fatally wounded body comes through her door. Suddenly she must come to terms with supernatural beings, military assassins, and an inexplicable attraction to a perfect stranger that may actually be her perfect mate.

This is a wonderful addition to the scores of werewolf romances out in the world. From cover to cover, it's a non-stop joy ride of vivid imagery and tangible action. Rarely have I read a book where the character's personalities so easily crawled out of the pages and it my mind. Perfect Mate is remarkable in that aspect, and it made all the difference in my reading experience.

What's particularly refreshing about this book is the break it provides from the softer side of paranormal romance. Sometimes, you really want a little edge with your fangs and claws—and not just the quasi-BDSM bedroom games that pop up in most paranormal romances today. I mean, blood and guts and bullets flying. And for that, there's nothing like a pack of military elite soldiers who just also happen to be angry werewolves. Throw in a cool-as-bloody-ice vampire assassin and some fresh-from-the-lab zombies, and you've got yourself a party.

Perfect Mate is a vividly engaging story that won't disappoint. It's sexy as hell, incredibly well-written, hilariously funny at times... and it has an exceptionally hot guy on the cover. Needless to say, I loved it. You better believe I'll be racing to get my hands on the next book, Blood Mate, which is currently a work-in-progress.

Originally posted at: http://strangebf.blogspot.com/2012/12/perfect-mate.html show less

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Both main characters, Eva & Alex, are well defined and easy to connect with. Their actions make sense. Their attraction to each other comes through the pages as Electric and Sizzling Hot!
No typo's. No redundancy. No yawns. NO Boring moments! Extremely well structured.
A super quick, hot read that leaves your Toe Nails Curled.
Exciting and Delicious!! show less