Paranormal fantasy: Ember and Ash

Hi, book buddies :-) Once again, I bring you a book by Lisa Renee Jones though this time in the paranormal genre. Tell me what you think.

EMBER AND ASH

The Thorne saga #1

Author: Lisa Renee Jones

Release Date: August 27th, 2026

THE APPEALING PREMISE

In the dark of the night, there is passion and destruction…

Criminal defense attorney Ember Thorne thought the biggest challenge of her life would be her quest to navigate the justice system on behalf of the wrongly accused. That is, until she finds herself in the sights of an otherworldly evil, desperately hunting what she cannot kill, not yet, at least. Nothing in her life, or in this world, is what it seems, and when a blue-eyed stranger named Micah saves her life, their attraction is the fire that could become the death of all that exists or the salvation that blooms with new hope for all. Micah, royalty in his own right, will challenge her to stand against evil, but when you have never known true evil, can you really recognize it where it hides?

In a world where angels and demons are the truth humans call fiction, could it be a lie between lovers that equals salvation? Or is that lie the blade that delivers devastation?

Ember and Ash, the first book in the Thorne Saga, introduces you to a world filled with the magic of angels and the darkness of the monsters they hunt, where secrets and lies, and a passionate forbidden romance hold world-altering consequences.

MY OPINION

I usually read romance books by this author. However, I do love fantasy books and considering her powerful narrative style I thought it would take a chance on a book of her in this genre.

Wow. I'm so glad I did.

It's a thrilling cocktail of suspense, horror and paranormal. I instantly recognised her usual strong female character deep in law and ambition, yet here she's challenged with dangers and beings that trespass into the mystical. Nephilims, those angelic creatures too tempted by human experience to remain pure, abound here in the best and worst ways. It's a battle between light and darkness in a modern context filled with secret compounds, distrust, magical forces and an impending sense of doom.

It's in the quiet moments when we learn about the lore, the dangers and what's at stake, which are also filled with hot tension between the main characters. Sometimes it seemed to me that it dragged a bit because it went over the same things several times. However, it mirrors the labyrinth that Ember treads in her mind while taking charge of her new life and its epic dimension. Imagine a world populated with demons and angels in pursuit of an edge over each other. And magic. Lots of personal magic to wield and manipulate. That's enticing. Much like the Garden of Eden.

So the plot becomes biblical and magical and takes a bit of training to extremes or the world is over. Despite some repetitive parts, I enjoyed the bookish importance of learning, the mysterious prophecy and the time when Ember comes into her powers and takes action. I really want to know what happens after the final scene and how the demons are going to be defeated.

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WHO'S THE CLEVER LADY WHO WROTE IT?

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones writes dark, edgy fiction including the highly acclaimed INSIDE OUT series and the upcoming, crime thriller The Poet. Suzanne Todd (producer of Alice in Wonderland and Bad Mom's) on the INSIDE OUT series: Lisa has created a beautiful, complicated, and sensual world that is filled with intrigue and suspense. 

Prior to publishing Lisa owned a multi-state staffing agency that was recognized many times by The Austin Business Journal and also praised by the Dallas Women’s Magazine. In 1998 Lisa was listed as the #7 growing women owned business in Entrepreneur Magazine. She lives in Colorado with her husband, a cat that talks too much, and a Golden Retriever who is afraid of trash bags.

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Love is in The Bargain

Hi, book buddies :-) It's been a while since I read a book by Lisa Renee Jones. I missed her smart style. No worries. Here is a new book that sheds some light into one intriguing story. 

The Bargain

Series: Dalton Family Trilogy #2

Author: Lisa Renee Jones

Release Date: September 18th, 2025

THE APPEALING PREMISE

Running from the gorgeous, intense billionaire

never seems to work, and I fail miserably again.

It’s not long before our paths and my future

collide, and my little bedtime lie is not so little

anymore and threatens all that I love. And the

only way to save myself, is to get down on my

hands and knees and beg a man my father once

called the devil himself.

MY OPINION

Intense intimacy and deep connection. I felt both of these things deeply while reading this book, part 2 in The Dalton Family trilogy. I've been eagerly awaiting the continuation of Sophia and Ethan's story because their romance is very passionate, yet also laced with emotional turmoil.

One of my favourite things about it is that Sophia's business dreams are paramount in the plot. She's a fashion designer with a store and plans for the future. Ethan is an investor and their relationship is fraught with trust issues, overwhelming feelings and open-hearted conversations. Very engaging.

In this second book, they really open up about everything. They are laying the foundations of their blooming relationship and it's both exhilarating and honest. Family is key as well, so they have to deal with their respective families and the business and emotional circumstances they bring with them.

I found everything to my interest and kept me curious about its evolution. I liked how patient Ethan is, calm and reasonable but also focused, loving and smart. I understand why Sophia is so hesitant to the point of fear. She is risking too much and has to deal with all her vulnerabilities in order to trust completely. I like how this process is going with this couple really talking and making plans for their future.

Things they have been working on really get somewhere towards the end when that nagging advice from Ethan to Sophia ends up happening. In spite of it, it still cuts to the bone. Let's see how it pans out in the next book. Will we have to wait too long? I hope not.

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There's more!

MY ENEMY MY OBSESSION (book one) - AVAILABLE NOW

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SWEET SINNER (book two) - NEW RELEASE

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GOOD GIRL (book three) 

Coming Soon!

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WHO'S THE CLEVER LADY WHO WROTE IT?

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones writes dark, edgy fiction including the highly acclaimed INSIDE OUT series and the upcoming, crime thriller The Poet. Suzanne Todd (producer of Alice in Wonderland and Bad Mom's) on the INSIDE OUT series: Lisa has created a beautiful, complicated, and sensual world that is filled with intrigue and suspense. 

Prior to publishing Lisa owned a multi-state staffing agency that was recognized many times by The Austin Business Journal and also praised by the Dallas Women’s Magazine. In 1998 Lisa was listed as the #7 growing women owned business in Entrepreneur Magazine. She lives in Colorado with her husband, a cat that talks too much, and a Golden Retriever who is afraid of trash bags.

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A Dirty Little Vow of love and danger

Hi, book buddies :-) It's time to binge read this superb story with fiery chemistry and stark suspense. Let's do it!

DIRTY LITTLE VOW

Series: Tyler and Bella Trilogy #3

Author: Lisa Renee Jones

Release Date: October 21st, 2023

THE APPEALING PREMISE

Tyler Hawk. A man who seems to have it all, except her. Bella. Beautiful, rebellious Bella. His employee. His best friend's sister.

Now his father is dead and the future of the family empire depends on him taking a wife. And there is only one woman he can dare act out this charade with—and that's her. A woman he trusts. A woman he burns for.

And suddenly, it's not a charade at all.

But when the man who declares he will never fall in love, falls, what comes next?

Especially when an enemy wants to take the only thing that matters anymore from him.

That enemy wants Bella.

MY OPINION

I was not prepared for this finale! From that huge cliffhanger on book two, the story continues like one scene kept on a high note with non-stop action and nerve-wracking tension.

The narrative is strong and tight. Bella and Tyler are one fated couple in the middle of an epic doom. The anguish, the longing, the heat, they are tangible. I loved it so much!

I thought the plot was fast, driven by mad need and danger, that the characters teemed with chemistry and obsessive love, and that they realised their bond is too strong to fall victim to fear and threat. It's a struggle, though. When they reach their epiphany, they go against their new enemy with smart boldness.

At this point, I thought that the victory had a certain openness that spoke of a potential story in the making. With this author, anything is possible. And the ending is absolutely gorgeous.

What I am going to say now could be construed as a spoiler, perhaps, so be careful...

It was good to meet Dash again in his most Bond-like shape, and I was excited by something he mentioned that could be the cause for a future novel for him!! What about that black gentleman that is half villain half perfect main character for a novel? I'm all hot and bothered for both the man and his story :-D Please, write more about him.

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There's more!

BASTARD BOSS (book one) - AVAILABLE NOW

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SWEET SINNER (book two) - NEW RELEASE

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Kobo: https://bit.ly/361cMul

Google: https://bit.ly/3IjtwKo

WHO'S THE CLEVER LADY WHO WROTE IT?

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones writes dark, edgy fiction including the highly acclaimed INSIDE OUT series and the upcoming, crime thriller The Poet. Suzanne Todd (producer of Alice in Wonderland and Bad Mom's) on the INSIDE OUT series: Lisa has created a beautiful, complicated, and sensual world that is filled with intrigue and suspense. 

Prior to publishing Lisa owned a multi-state staffing agency that was recognized many times by The Austin Business Journal and also praised by the Dallas Women’s Magazine. In 1998 Lisa was listed as the #7 growing women owned business in Entrepreneur Magazine. She lives in Colorado with her husband, a cat that talks too much, and a Golden Retriever who is afraid of trash bags.

Newsletter ➜ http://lisareneejones.com/newsletter-sign-up/ 

Bookbub ➜ http://bookbub.com/authors/lisa-renee-jones 

Amazon ➜ https://amzn.to/2MoWosB 

Twitter ➜ https://twitter.com/LisaReneeJones 

Instagram ➜  http://instagram.com/lisareneejones 

Goodreads ➜ https://www.goodreads.com/LisaReneeJones 

💕

Enjoy your reading life :-)