TTC Author of the Month for October

Sandrine Gasq-Dion

Let's get this party started! Up first is the motley crew of men known as the Skull Blasters.
The Assassin/Shifter series is probably my favorite MM series to date. I love how all the characters and storylines connect to form a bigger picture. I also love how 25 books in, Sandy continues to grow and evolve as do the characters, and the stories are always different, new, not repeated continuously.
There is also a little bit of everything in this series. Sexy Shifters, hot Assassins, Warlocks, Rogues, Titans, Gods, Mother Earth, Vampires, Shape Shifters... the list goes on and on. I've read them all, at least twice, and I can't wait for more to be added to the family.

Here is the reading order and goodreads link for each book...

Assassin/Shifter series

	A Marked Man (Assassin/Shifter, #1) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 3.86 of 5 stars 3.86 avg rating — 1,691 ratings — published 2012 — 2 editions book 1	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars [ 4 of 5 stars ]5 of 5 stars
	Alaska, With Love (Assassin/Shifter, #2) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 3.95 of 5 stars 3.95 avg rating — 1,407 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 2	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars [ 4 of 5 stars ]5 of 5 stars
	By the Light of the Moon (Assassin/Shifter, #3) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.07 of 5 stars 4.07 avg rating — 1,295 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 3	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Half Moon Rising (Assassin/Shifter, #4) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.05 of 5 stars 4.05 avg rating — 1,205 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 4	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Best Laid Plans (Assassin/Shifter, #5) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 3.94 of 5 stars 3.94 avg rating — 1,121 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 5	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	For the Love of Caden (Assassin/Shifter, #6) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.09 of 5 stars 4.09 avg rating — 1,113 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 6	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars [ 4 of 5 stars ]5 of 5 stars
	The General's Lover (Assassin/Shifter, #7) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.09 of 5 stars 4.09 avg rating — 1,131 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 7	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Russian Prey (Assassin/Shifter, #8) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.33 of 5 stars 4.33 avg rating — 1,156 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 8	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	An Ignited Passion (Assassin/Shifter, #9) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.16 of 5 stars 4.16 avg rating — 1,070 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 9	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Reflash (Assassin/Shifter, #10) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.1 of 5 stars 4.10 avg rating — 1,005 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 10	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	The Red Zone (Assassin/Shifter, #11) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.17 of 5 stars 4.17 avg rating — 980 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 11	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Irish Wishes (Assassin/Shifter, #12) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.14 of 5 stars 4.14 avg rating — 974 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 12	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars [ 4 of 5 stars ]5 of 5 stars
	Pleading the Fifth (Assassin/Shifter, #13) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.23 of 5 stars 4.23 avg rating — 993 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions book 13	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars [ 4 of 5 stars ]5 of 5 stars
	Betrayed (Assassin/Shifter, #14) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.13 of 5 stars 4.13 avg rating — 913 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 14	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Summer of Awakenings (Assassin/Shifter, #15) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.14 of 5 stars 4.14 avg rating — 903 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 15	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Into the Lyons Den (Assassin/Shifter, #16) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.38 of 5 stars 4.38 avg rating — 1,055 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 16	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	The Nik of Time (Assassin/Shifter, #17) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.32 of 5 stars 4.32 avg rating — 1,001 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 17	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	The Littlest Assassin-Shifters (Assassin/Shifters, #18) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.24 of 5 stars 4.24 avg rating — 788 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 18	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Lessons Learned (Assassin/Shifter, #19) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.23 of 5 stars 4.23 avg rating — 835 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 19	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Broken Bonds (Assassin/Shifter, #20) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.21 of 5 stars 4.21 avg rating — 782 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 20	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Forbidden (Assassin/Shifter, #21) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.22 of 5 stars 4.22 avg rating — 774 ratings — published 2013 — 2 editions book 21	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Dirty Ross (Assassin/Shifter, #22) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.33 of 5 stars 4.33 avg rating — 754 ratings — published 2014 — 4 editions book 22	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	Savage Love (Assassin/Shifter, #23) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.24 of 5 stars 4.24 avg rating — 587 ratings — published 2014 — 3 editions book 23	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]
	A Marked Man/ Alaska With Love (Assassin-Shifter #1-2) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.42 of 5 stars 4.42 avg rating — 220 ratings — published 2013 — 3 editions book 1-2	Rate this book 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Locke and Key (Assassin/Shifter, #24) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion (Goodreads Author) 4.1 of 5 stars 4.10 avg rating — 305 ratings — published 2015 — 2 editions book 24	Read My rating: 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars [ 5 of 5 stars ]

Buy links: Amazon | ARe

Best selling author, Sandrine (Sandy) was born in Inglewood, California. Raised by "Old School" French parents, she later moved to Tucson, AZ. It was there that writing became a hobby. Always told she had a great imagination, Sandy wrote short stories for her friends in High School. In college, she took more writing classes while working on her Criminal Justice degree, but it wasn't until a soap opera caught her eye that she got involved in male on male romances. On the advice of a friend, Sandy dipped her toes into the world of M/M Romance. Sandy takes the writing seriously and has had countless conversations with gay men as well as hours of research.She's been involved with the military in one way or another for over twenty years, and has a great deal of respect for our men in uniform. She's traveled the world, but has finally returned to Arizona.

There is now an Assassin/Shifter website!! Many thanks to the talented Jenn Watts for all her hard work!

Sandrine with her friend and muse, Jordan Levine aka Nickolli Markov

Up for grabs for this months AOTM giveaway is a Skull Blaster swag bag.

I've been told there will be a T-shirt, maybe a signed paperback and more series inspired goodies for one lucky winner! Remember, you can share on Twitter daily for entries.

Be sure to stop back by next week when I spotlight the companion series to the Assassin/Shifter books, the Twelve Olympians.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Perfect Imperfections

Written by: Cardeno C.
Narrated by: Charlie David
Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:08-27-15
Publisher: The Romance Authors, LLC

Hollywood royalty Jeremy Jameson has lived a sheltered life with music as his sole focus and only friend. Before embarking on yet another international concert tour, he wanders into a bar in what he considers the middle of nowhere and meets a man who wins him over with his friendly smile and easy-going nature. Accountant slash bartender slash adventure-seeker Reg Moore has fun talking and drinking with The Jeremy Jameson and can’t say no when the supposedly straight rock star makes him a once in a lifetime offer: keep him company on his tour by playing the part of his boyfriend.

Listening to music, traveling the world, and jumping off cliffs is fun. Falling in love is even better. But to stay with Jeremy after the stage lights dim, Reg will need to help him realize there’s nothing pretend about their relationship.

Ebook Links

Amazon / iTunes / ARe / Smashwords / Kobo / B&N

Tams 5 star e-book review June 2014…

Jeremy Jameson is tired of having women hang off his arm simply for the status or fame it can bring them by being the girl that is dating THE Jeremy Jameson. When he meets a Reggie Moore, the two click instantly. Jeremy can be himself around Reg and not feel like he’s being used or criticized, so he decides to take Reg on tour with him and pass Reg off as his boyfriend.

As days turn to weeks and then months, Reg begins to realize that he is the only thing keeping Jeremy sane. He also begins to develop stronger, deeper feelings for his super star. As you listen to the story progress and get to hear things from Jeremy’s POV as well, you know that he too is developing a stronger connection to Reg than is usually acceptable between friends. Innocent flirtatious comments turn into gestures and eventually, a bit of heavy petting. Until Jeremy finally admits not only to himself, but out loud, he may not be so straight after all.

Cardeno C took the getting slightly over used 'gay for you' storyline, and gave it her own unique twist. The story is passionate and beautiful; the characters grow tremendously throughout, both as a couple and as individuals. And a title has never been more fitting! The imperfections of the people in this book are perfectly placed and balanced. I absolutely loved this book, a must read if you read in the genre.

Tams 5 star audio book review September 2015…

Ahh the sweet, sweet tones of Charlie David; the man’s voice is just amazing. David is more of a storyteller than a narrator because he has this ability to bring a visual to your mind with his words. Subtle tone inflections and nuances, and oh my god, I thought I was going to crack a rib I was laughing so hard during the spider scene. He took a story that was already a great read and gave these characters a voice. Aside from the two main characters, JJ and Reg, there are several secondary and after thoughts in the story and David gave everyone their own distinct voice. And let me tell you, he can take something sexy and provocative and make it passionate and astounding, I think because he speaks from experience.

Definitely a must read and/or a must listen. I’ve done both and loved them both, and I’ll be listening to this one many more times I’m sure.

Cardeno C. - CC to friends - is a hopeless romantic who wants to add a lot of happiness and a few "awwws" into a reader's day. Writing is a nice break from real life as a corporate type and volunteer work with gay rights organizations. Cardeno's stories range from sweet to intense, contemporary to paranormal, long to short, but they always include strong relationships and walks into the happily-ever- after sunset.

Cardeno's Home, Family, and Mates series have received awards from Love Romances and More Golden Roses, Rainbow Awards, the Goodreads M/M Romance Group, and various reviewers. But even more special to CC are heartfelt reactions from readers, like, "You bring joy and love and make it part of the every day."

Website | Facebook | Twitter

Cafe Risqué ~ SharedBlog

Pintrest | Google+ | Youtube