Review: A Very Levet Christmas (Guardians of Eternity #11.5) by Alexandra Ivy

A Very Levet Christmas 
(Guardians of Eternity #11.5)
by Alexandra Ivy

Genre: Paranormal Romance
e-book, 77 pages
Expected publication: September 30th 2014 by Zebra

Rating: 5 of 5 stars - Recommended Read!

Synopsis:

A gargoyle of Levet’s charm and intelligence should not be facing a solitary Christmas. True, he may appear a little unconventional—not to mention unconventionally little—even for a gargoyle. 

But what Levet lacks in height he makes up for in loyalty, and being banned from the festivities surrounding the Queen of Weres’ new pups is quite unfair. So when a beautiful Christmas angel begs for help in fulfilling her duties, Levet has nothing better to do than agree. 

Armed with a magical wand, Levet confronts Damon, a pureblood Were intent on seizing the throne. Challenging the King will put the pups at risk—and drive away Damon’s potential mate, Gia. Who better to convince Damon to choose love, not war, than a gargoyle expert in amour? With a little magic, and a lot of Levet, this may yet be a truly wonderful Christmastime…

Review:

(I was provided an advance copy of A Very Levet Christmas in exchange for an honest review.)

A wonderful story, with the main character being our most beloved, disastrous gargoyle, Levet.

As to be expected, Alexandra instantly ensnares the reader in her story, brining them along on her adventure, filled with challenges, love and, anytime Levet is involved, disasters and humor abound!

I have been very anxious to "see" Harley & Salvatore's pups, so it was nice that was an added addition in this story (but I still want more). This was a perfect story for Levet, who always loves being the Knight-in-shinning-armor; starting out with him feeling shunned, then (hysterically) running into a damsel in distress, which he is now smart enough to be leery of but is too big of heart to ignore, and after a few typical Levet disasters, TA-DA! hero time again for Levet!

The story may be short, but it's impact is no less powerful, bringing me through a full range of emotions from start to finish. I went from feeling sad for Levet, to laughing at his suspicions and disasters (love the pointed tail as he's whisked from one place to another!), to feeling warmth of heart at his basic HUMAN need to be loved and accepted. He may be all gargoyle, but he's all heart - not a mean bone resides in his body. This shows how talented Alexandra a Ivy really is; it's hard to design a character that EVERYBODY loves, but I have no doubt that she has done this with Levet.

I love Levet - how could I not love A Very Levet Christmas!

A perfect story to bring us into the holiday season! I would highly recommend this novella!

Purchase Links:

Amazon

Barnes & Noble

Author Website:

http://www.alexandraivy.com/index.htm

Review: Out of Control (The Sentinels #0.5) by Alexandra Ivy

Out of Control
(The Sentinels #0.5)
by Alexandra Ivy

Genre: Paranormal Romance

e-book, 109 pages

Expected publication: October 28th 2014 by Zebra Books
Previously Published: January 1, 2013, Predatory

Rating: 4 of 5 stars

Synopsis:

New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Ivy quenches your thirst for illicit desire with this seductive tale of the Sentinels—outcast humans with the ability to tread the line between life and death—and pleasure and pain…

Ph.D student Angela Locke has a crush on her sexy professor, Dr. Nikolo Bartrev. When she learns he’s actually a Sentinel with extraordinary powers, she joins forces with him to catch a psychopath. But soon, their hottest pursuit is of each other...

Review:

(I was provided an advance copy of Out of Control in return for an honest review.)

I didn't realize that this was the same novella as was in Predatory, but was quickly reminded once I started reading. However, this was one of the novellas that I really enjoyed in Predatory, so it was a pleasure to read it again. I find myself quickly falling for this new series; supernatural alpha-males do it for me every time!

Alexandra has a masterful quality to her storytelling, enabling the reader to journey with her into her world, bonding with her characters - or hating them - whichever she has devised. I have no doubt that The Sentinels series will hold the same weight as her other work has. This is just the beginning, and already, I am ensnared, anxiously awaiting the next in the series.

Predatory (original) Review:

A real mixed bag for me. While reading this group of Novellas, I had an experience I can honestly say was a first for me. One minute, I was reading a Novella I loved and the next not. It was a strange reading experience, to say the least. 

I'm not sure if it was simply a few of the stories weren't my cup of tea, or the Authors together didn't work for me. 

Summing it up? Two of the Novellas I loved. One I liked. One I could have done without. A hard review for me to give, putting it mildly, as I respect all of these Authors and, an Author myself, I know the challenges and work which go into creating a story. But, I have to be honest. I will not say which was which, letting you read the Novellas and make your own decision. Enjoy!

Note: One of the novellas that I spoke of loving above, was Out of Control!

Purchase Links:

Amazon
Barnes & Noble

Author Website:

http://www.alexandraivy.com/index.htm