Thursday, January 17, 2013

Edge of the Past Review and Giveaway

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Life on the Edge

Nineteen-year-old Emily is new to pairs skating, but she and her partner Chris have a big dream–to be the first American team to win Olympic gold. Their young coach Sergei, who left Russia after a mysterious end to his skating career, believes they can break through and make history.

Emily and Chris are on track to be top contenders at the 2002 Winter Games. But when forbidden feelings spark between Emily and Sergei, broken trust and an unexpected enemy threaten to derail Emily’s dreams of gold.

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Edge of the Past Edge

Emily's skating career and personal life have never been more golden. She and her partner Chris have won every competition they've entered this season, and she's found the man of her dreams in her coach Sergei. But when one of the biggest competitions of the year takes Emily and Sergei to Russia, Sergei's past explodes into the present and makes Emily doubt everything in their future.


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Author Jennifer Comeaux

Jennifer Comeaux earned a Master of Accounting from Tulane University and is a Certified Public Accountant in south Louisiana. While working in the corporate world, she sought a creative outlet and decided to put on paper a story that had played in her head for years. That story became Life On the Edge, her first published novel.


When not working or writing, she is an avid follower of the sport of figure skating, travelling to competitions around the country. Those experiences allow her to see a different side of the sport and serve as an inspiration for her writing. Jennifer is blessed with a wonderful family and many friends who have encouraged her to pursue her dream of being a published author.



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Excerpt:



Mom’s eyebrows were still raised as she returned to her seat. I stayed standing and tapped Sergei’s arm. “Can we talk for a sec?”
I led him away from the table to a quiet spot near the entrance. A couple of Canadian ice dance coaches passed us, and we swapped brief hellos. I retreated further into the corner and looked up at Sergei.
“What was your dad angry about?”
Sergei rubbed the back of his neck and let out a frustrated sigh. “He wasn’t happy that he left work and now you’re not skating.”
I laughed dryly. “So, now he has something else to hold against me.”
“No, it’s not you.” Sergei touched my cheek. “He doesn’t even know you. It’s just him… and the way he is.”
“When you said he’s not a ray of sunshine, you weren’t joking. He didn’t even shake your hand.”
“He’s never been good at expressing emotion.”
“I’m sure glad you got your mom’s personality.” I tugged on the end of Sergei’s purple tie.
He smiled and wrapped his arms around me, but I could feel the tension in his body. What else could go wrong on this trip? With two days left in St. Petersburg and three more in Moscow, I was almost afraid to ask that question

Review:


I loved this story as much as I did the first.  I think the author does a great job at describing the life of a skater and makes you feel you are there.

Sergie and Emily travel to Russia for a meet but also Emily will be meeting Sergie family.  Emily's parents are  also traveling along with them.  During the first skating event Chris hurts his arm so they need to with draw from the competition.  This gives Sergie and Emily a bit more free time - while in Sergie home town they visit where he had skated.  While in the restroom Emily runs into Elena - Sergie's old skating partner and girlfriend.

Elena is with her cousins daughter - could this daughter be her and Sergie's daughter? What does this mean for Emily and for their wedding? How does Emily's mother react to the news that Sergie has a daughter?  You will need to read Edge of the Past to find out.  I am sure you will be glad you did.  I can't wait to see if Jennifer has another book on the way.


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Freak of Nature Book Blast and Giveaway


Freak of Nature

Donate Body to Science. Check.
When seventeen-year-old Kaitlyn checked the box, she never suspected she’d have her life–and her body–stolen from her. She awakens one day in a secret laboratory to discover that her body is now half-robot and is forced to hide her own secret: that she still has human emotions and a human mind. If the scientists who made her find out, they’ll erase what remains of who she was.

Kaitlyn finds an unlikely ally in Lucas, a handsome, brilliant scientist who can’t get over the guilt he feels knowing she was once a vibrant, beautiful young woman. He never expected a science project to affect him the way she does. As he tries to help her rediscover her past, he finds himself falling for the brave girl struggling to find her place and acceptance between the human and computer worlds.


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Author Julia Crane

Julia Crane is the author of the YA paranormal fiction novels: Keegan's Chronicles, Mesmerized, Dark Promise and Eternal Youth. Julia was encouraged by her mother to read and use her imagination, and she's believed in magical creatures since the day her grandmother first told her an Irish tale. Julia has traveled far and wide to all the places her grandmother told her about, gaining inspiration from her journeys to places like Nepal, Cyprus, Sri Lanka, Italy, France and many more. And who knows? Maybe the magical creatures she writes about are people she met along the way.

Julia Crane has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. Although she's spent most of her life on the US east coast, she currently lives in Dubai with her husband and three children.

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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Endagered Species Chocolate Review and Giveaway


There are a couple things I really love and that is chocolate ~ any kind of chocolate and I love animals. That is why I was so interested in reading and learning more about Endangered Species Chocolate. 

Their Story:

Endangered Species Chocolate was born out of a desire to make an impact on the growing number of plant and animal species that are disappearing from Earth. With interests rooted in a deep love of chocolate making, Endangered Species Chocolate set out in 1993 to source natural, ethically traded chocolate as a carrier for an environmental message. Through the crafting of premium, thoughtfully sourced chocolate, Endangered Species Chocolate generates funds for conservation efforts worldwide.

“Why is your company called Endangered Species Chocolate?” We get that question a lot. See the sea turtles, chimpanzees, butterflies and rainforests on the face of our chocolate bar wrappers? Every time you purchase a bar, you raise support for species and habitats worldwide. Each year, Endangered Species Chocolate donates 10% of net profits to environmental non-profits that are focused on wildlife conservation and habitat preservation. Want to learn more about the species you are helping? Look inside each wrapper to learn more about the threatened species featured on your chocolate bar.
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This year Endangered Species Chocolate is partnering with African Wildlife Foundation and The Xerces Society. African Wildlife Foundation, plays a major role in ensuring the continued existence of Africa's most rare and treasured species. 

Each different flavor of chocolate bar has different information on the inside of the wrapper about the plight of a different species or cause. I was excited to receive 3 bars in the mail, and they included two of their news Natural Bars.  They are Dark Chocolate Sea Salt and the one I liked the best  Dark Chocolate with Cherry. I also received an old standby favorite Milk Chocolate.  I loved all three of the smooth great flavor chocolate bars.  The Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt had just the right about of sweet, bitter and salty.  I am sure you will find one that is your favorite too.

You can order Endangered Species Chocolate online but you can also find it in may local stores like New Seasons, Whole Foods, and even the Vitamin Shoppe.

Endangered Species Chocolate has agreed to give one of my readers an assortment of ESC chocolate valued at $25.00.  To win you must fill out the form below.  13+ live in the continental US. Also visit ESC and tell me what you think the best Chocolate Bar flavor is and follow Kaisy Daisy's Corner in at least one way.  Extra entries for each way you follow.  Contest ends Jan 30, 2013.  Good Luck!

Disclaimer: Kay Swederski reviewed this products. I did not receive any money for my review, just a sample product. All opinions are mine and they may differ from yours.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

CorsetChick.com Review and Giveaway


I don't know if you ever have bought or wear a corset.  I found this great website online called CorsetChick.com. They have a lot to offer corset tops, lots of plus size corsets, corset dresses, underbust corset, costumes, and even shoes and boots.  What I was surprised at was the large selection they have. 

I ordered the Purple Fairy Dryad Corset.  I was excited to get it and so was my boyfriend.  Too bad I am saving it for a special weekend at the coast. Look at how pretty it is.  Lots of detail.




When ordering you really need to look at the sizing charts as the sizes do run smaller than most.  They have something for everyone. 

I also have to say that they have great customer service.  I had ordered something not too long ago and it was out of stock. So when I called customer service the person who helped me was great!  What I ordered could not be back ordered so she offered to refund my money.  I saw that the money was refunded in minutes of getting off the phone.

The prices are very reasonable and the quality is great.  I am sure anyone could find something at CorsetChick.com.  

CorsetChick.com has offered one of my readers a corset worth up to $30.  All you need to do is fill out the form below.  Leave a comment on what you liked best at CorsetChick.com and follow Kaisy Daisy's Corner.  Each way you follow is an extra entry.  The contest is open to 18+ US. Ends Jan 29, 2012.

Disclaimer: Kay Swederski  reviewed this products. I did not receive any money for my review, just a sample product. All opinions are mine and they may differ from yours.

Disclaimer: Kay Swederski  reviewed this products. I did not receive any money for my review, just a sample product. All opinions are mine and they may differ from yours.

Disclaimer: Kay Swederski reviewed this products. I did not receive any money for my review, just a sample product. All opinions are mine and they may differ from yours.

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Starflower Book Blast and Giveaway


Starflower

When a cursed dragon-witch kidnaps the lovely Lady Gleamdren, Eanrin sets boldly forth on a rescue mission...and a race against his rival for Gleamdren's favor. Intent upon his quest, the last thing the immortal Faerie needs is to become mixed up with the troubles of an insignificant mortal.

But when he stumbles upon a maiden trapped in an enchanted sleep, he cannot leave her alone in the dangerous Wood Between. One waking kiss later, Eanrin suddenly finds his story entangled with that of young Starflower. A strange link exists between this mortal girl and the dragon-witch. Will Starflower prove the key to Lady Gleamdren's rescue? Or will the dark power from which she flees destroy both her and her rescuer?



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Excerpt


The Kiss by the River:

The girl did not stir when Eanrin lifted her into his arms; her sleep was profound indeed. Her head lolled over his arm, and he was obliged to part her thick hair to uncover her face. It was an uncommonly beautiful face for a mortal.
However, this girl’s beauty was different from any he had ever before seen. For one thing, her skin was rich dark brown, and her hair glossy black. For another, she was imperfect. Her teeth, visible between gently parted lips, were a little crooked. Mud stained her skin, making it darker still, and her brow, even in sleep, was puckered with anxiety or fear. Her dreams must be wicked indeed.
Eanrin grimaced at the sight and almost put her down again. After all, a princess with dreams like those probably had a tale of woe to match. She would certainly wake with expectations of a handsome hero to aid her. As far as Eanrin was concerned, a dash of heroism was one thing, but commitment to a cause? Never. Rushing off to the rescue of Lady Gleamdren was different, for he had determined that she must be his wife and the sole inspiration to his life’s work. Besides, he loved her.
This creature meant nothing to him.
But blood oozed from the abrasions on her wrists. And her body, mortal and vulnerable, lay in his arms. Eanrin rolled his eyes heavenward as though to seek some holy aid. Then he braced himself and wiped the mud off her lips with the edge of his cloak. She frowned in her sleep and stirred, but did not wake.
“Nothing for it,” he muttered. Closing his eyes and trying not to smell her any more than he must, he leaned in and kissed her . . .




Author Anne Elisabeth Stengl

Anne Elisabeth Stengl makes her home in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she lives with her husband, Rohan, a passel of cats, and one long-suffering dog. When she's not writing, she enjoys Shakespeare, opera, and tea, and studies piano, painting, and pastry baking. She studied illustration at Grace College and English literature at Campbell University. She is the author of HEARTLESS, VEILED ROSE, MOONBLOOD, and STARFLOWER, with DRAGONWITCH due to release in 2013. HEARTLESS and VEILED ROSE have each been honored with a Christy Award.





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Monday, January 14, 2013

Coach Madison Dotted Op Art Small Wristlet Giveaway





One lucky winner will win



COACH MADISON DOTTED OP ART SMALL WRISTLET
Value $ 48.00 

I would love to have this Coach Madison Dotted Op Art  Small Wristlet ~ it is just the perfect size!  Good Luck

This giveaway will be from:
Jan 15 to Feb. 14, 2013

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