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Blue Moon Magic
 

Blue Moon Magic

by Dawn Thompson, Deborah Macgillivray, Leanne Burroughs, Diane Davis White, Aysel Arwen, Kristi Ahlers, Lee Roland

A delightful anthology of love and magic. Can wishes really come true?

Is there something you really want - really need - that you think you can't have? Well, what if something magical happened and you had a chance to wish for it? Would you take that leap of faith? Once every two years a Blue Moon happens. A healing moon. A magical moon. Will you take the chance-- step out on faith and make a... (read more)

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Deborah Macgillivray
  • Rated 5 stars

“PEARL Award Finalist for Best Anthology 2006 My story is "Rider on the Storm"”

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  • Kimberly I

    kimberly i said:

    “A fabulous book with something sure to please everyone. A timeless treasure of romance. Wish on a Blue Moon and see what happens! Fifteen beautiful stories of love and magic.”

    posted Sunday, July 6 2008
  • jacquie-rogers

    jacquie-rogers said:

    “Once in a Blue Moon, wishes can come true. Blue Moon Magic is an anthology of fifteen short stories, with everything from selkies to vampires, and is the first in a two-volume set. Here's a brief description of each story.

    Belle of the Blue Moon Ball
    by Dawn Thompson

    Faery enchanting!

    Lady Arabella Gilmartin and Nigel Reardon, Earl of Everton, were destined for each other but not getting very far--in fact, they hadn't even met. The faery Oberon and his friend Puck plan to steer the two toward the marriage altar and . . . well, let's just say things don't always go exactly as planned!

    Dawn Thompson has penned two outstanding novels, and has now shown her talent in the short story format as well. I highly recommend this delightful Regency tale full of magic, humor, and hope, and I'm looking forward to reading the sequel by Ms. Thompson in Blue Moon Enchantment. Awesome!

    *****

    Where the Sea Meets Skye
    By Erin E.M. Hatton

    Sealed with a Kiss!

    Celine Terreau, a Canadian marine biologist who just lost her boyfriend and her job, travels to the Isle of Skye off Scotland to study the seals. On the beach, she meets Ronan Morrison who takes her on an adventure she never would have dreamed.

    Ms. Hatton skillfully weaves a romantic tale of loss and renewal that you won't want to miss! "Where Sea Meets Skye" is one of the many wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic and Blue Moon Enchantment. I'll definitely want to read more from this new author!
    *****

    Angels in the Moonlight
    By Diane Davis White

    So her wings are a little tarnished around the edges . . .

    We first met Sadie, the Shady Angel, in No Law Against Love (Highland Press) and now she and her mentor, Pricilla are back in this delightfully penned romp, Angels in the Moonlight. Mission: bring Nathan and Olivia together for a Happily Ever After. Obstacle: Nathan refuses to even look at Olivia because he's been hurt before, and she's so beautiful, he knows she could hurt him even worse.

    Anything can happen when a Blue Moon and two angels team up with Mel Torme. This is a rollicking good read, right down to Sadie's red knickers. Ms. White has delivered another terrific story! You won't want to miss Angels in Moonlight and fourteen other stories in Blue Moon Magic, and even more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment, both from Highland Press.

    *****

    Under the Pale Moonlight
    By Katherine Smith

    Slow passion burns the hottest . . .

    Arthur Cameron is in love with Alicia McCray. The problem is, he has a deformed foot and she's the daughter of an earl. But Alicia has been in love with Arthur for years and has decided to make him admit his feelings for her. Can the Blue Moon heal Arthur's heart and make him accept Alicia's love?

    Ms. Smith has written a charming historical story with a heart-stopping hero and a determined heroine that you won't want to miss! Read this wonderful tale in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment, both published by Highland Press.

    *****

    Ember's Desire
    By Meagan Hatfield


    A runaway witch and a displaced god . . .

    All Ember wants to do is run away from Wychwood and her mother's coven, but her spell summons Balder from Hell, and Loki, too. Balder and Loki are sworn to kill one another. How can a witch who has never gotten the first thing right, protect the man she loves from the man he hates?

    Meagan Hatfield weaves a mythological tale worthy of the gods--their fierceness and passion. An awesome read! Don't miss this wonderful story in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    Spellbound
    By Aysel Arwen

    An exquisitely touching tale of passion . . .

    Bereft and orphaned, Emma MacPherson is trying to regain her footing in life, when she loses the only thing that matters to her-her mother's wedding ring. In the shadow of the Blue Moon an incredibly handsome Scotsman happens along, finds the ring, and wheedles his way into Emma's heart. Who is this mysterious Alexander Grant?

    With the magic of Loch Ness and faeries, Ms. Arwen spins a yarn you won't want to miss! Read this story and others in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    Enchantment By the Sea
    By M. J. Sager

    Sparks under the Blue Moon . . .

    Clara Barnes has a job to do-investigate Grayson Everett's resort for the Montana Monthly. Having been burned in the past by an ill-timed love affair, Clara isn't about to let smooth-talking Gray steal her heart and ruin her career. Again. Can Gray put together the shards of her broken heart and win her love?

    Ms. Sager again wows us with another sensual story from the heart. Wonderful tale! Don't miss this wonderful story in Blue Moon Magic, as well as fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    Suddenly You
    By Jaquelin Lorin

    Who is Mr. G?

    Celine Chauvin, a portrait restoration artist, has been working on a painting the others dubbed "Mr. G." She's enthralled by him to the point her friends are worried. But never would anyone have ever dreamed that Celine would be swept back in time-and off her feet by Rhys Butler. Who knows what a Blue Moon can do?

    Ms. Lorin pens a sweet, yet passionate story of two souls who were meant to be together. I'll be looking forward to more of her stories! Read all the wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    Blue Moon and the Warrior
    By Lee Roland

    Enchanted on the carousel of love . . .

    Allison gives her heart to Cahir, a warrior, in an enchanted carnival. Time doesn't diminish her love for him, and no man can measure up. Until Richard Fallon. Will Allison have the courage to jump on the carousel with Richard?

    I thoroughly enjoyed Allison's journey from emptiness, to finding out what love really is, then losing it, and then . . . Ms. Roland has written an enthralling story with well-drawn characters. Read this story and others in Blue Moon Magic, and don't miss fifteen more fine stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    Midsummer Magic
    By Kristi Ahlers

    Captured by Blue Moon Magic . . .

    Betrothed to a man she didn't respect or like, Meredith escapes for a moment of respite and a moonlight swim. Ah, but it's the Blue Moon so she closes her eyes and wishes for a daring knight on a mighty steed to rescue her. Laird Kieran Fraser is on his way home from increasing his livestock herd, but what he really wants is a lass to fill his heart with joy. Find out what happens with Kieran stops at the lake to water his stock. Will the Blue Moon work it's magic?

    Kristi Ahlers pens a tale that will warm your heart with this Scotsman and his English lass. You won't want to miss this one! Read this and the other wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).
    *****

    Secret of the Blue Moon
    By Billie Warren Chai

    A reunion of passion . . .

    Dr. Zoey Blackstone can sew up a gut-shot man in the ER, but can't heal her own wounded heart. Jake Runningbear lost Zoey, his one true love, twelve years earlier. Can two halves of a soul be reunited under the Blue Moon?

    Billie Warren Chai's debut story with Highland Press marks the beginning of a career to watch. Ms. Chai's characters are fully developed and the tension is palpable. Don't miss this and the other wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    The Darkness and the Dreams
    By Kimberly Ivey

    Paloma Delatorre lost her true love, Robert, to a drunk driver. As a hospital volunteer, she reads comatose man, David Hopkins. She has a strong connection with David but doesn't understand it. Still, when a long-lost relative decides to pull the plug on his life support, Paloma and Grandma Bikini save the day. Can Paloma find her true love again?

    Ms. Ivey has written and engaging story--poignant, yet humorous. Definitely a must read! Don't miss this and the other wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    The Healer
    By Leanne Burroughs

    Bewitching!

    We fell in love with Agnes and Warwick in HIGHLAND WISHES, and finally we get to read their story. Agnes, the healer, lives in a hut in the woods. Warwick is a warrior for Grant Drummond. Can two lonely people, kept alone by circumstances not of their making, fill each other's hearts with happiness?

    Ms. Burroughs has outdone herself with this story of an older couple's journey to true love. Tender, touching, and passionate, The Healer will captivate you until the very last word-and then you'll want more! Besides these wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic, Ms. Burroughs has written another fine tale, "The Anti-Kissing Club," in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    In the Space of a Heartbeat
    By Keelia Greer

    Trevor Kerrin makes Malania Knight's fangs quiver with pleasure, and that's dangerous because her mission (from Central Galaxy Intelligence Authority) is to protect Trevor and his work at Life Blood Corporation no matter what the cost. When she's called on to exterminate Zelik, their arch enemy, will justice conquer evil? Will love conquer all?

    Keelia Greer pens a gripping tale of action, adventure, and love! Don't miss this and the other wonderful stories in Blue Moon Magic, and fifteen more stories in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    Rider in the Storm
    By DeborahAnne MacGillivray

    Ciara MacIain has mourned her fiancé, Derek, for seven long years. Roark Fraser Devlin has looked for his memories and the woman he loved for those same seven years. Can the Blue Moon's magic help two souls unite and find the happiness they both deserve?

    DeborahAnne MacGillivray has written a story of true love and passion, of longing and loyalty. This tale will stay with you long after you've closed the book! Don't miss her other story, "Devil in Spurs" in Blue Moon Enchantment (Highland Press).

    *****

    This book is especially good of you're a reader on the run and don't have time to read a whole book, but want the satisfaction of a romance story. Most of the stories have paranormal elements. Overall, a satisfying read.


    Reviewer: Jacquie Rogers, author of Faery Special Romances”

    posted Wednesday, July 18 2007
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