Demon Kissed

J. D. Blackrose

Feb 2022 · The Summoner's Mark Book 1 · Bell Bridge Books

About this ebook

"This book is GOOD!" --Faith Hunter, NYT and USA Today bestselling author of the Jane Yellowrock series

My name is Rebecca, but everyone calls me Becs.

Years ago, a mark appeared on my inner wrist--The Kiss, they call it--and it makes me a summoner. I can summon, well, things...entities of power, including demons. Which, I did, until recently. I quit, because I summoned a demon on behalf of a client and things went south. I fixed it, but now I owe that demon a favor and I don't know when he's going to call it in, or, what he's going to ask.

One thing's for sure, it won't be kosher.

Now I work in a fae bar, trying to stay out of trouble, waiting for the hammer to drop. But trouble tends to follow me. And my upstairs neighbor, Ash, seems to be right in the thick of it. He's gorgeous, with sexy curls, kissable lips, and a body to match. I can't believe someone like him even glanced my way.

Things get complicated when a local mob boss wants my help, a warlock decides I'm next on the menu, and my six-foot-tall fairy friend can't find his way home.

What's a Jewish, bird-watching summoner with family and friends to protect, to do?

Praise for Demon Kissed:

"A fantastic protagonist, killer magic system, and a supporting cast you'll fall in love with, J. D. Blackrose's Demon Kissed is a fantastic new urban fantasy. I loved this book and can't wait to read more!" --John G. Hartness, Award-Winning Author of The Black Knight Chronicles

"This book is GOOD! Blackrose proves that a creative writer can grab you with an original twist." --Faith Hunter, NYT and USA Today bestselling author of the Jane Yellowrock series

"Magic, snark, a dash of romance, and a ton of action. Demon Kissed offers a compelling blend of fun and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Compulsively readable and highly recommended!" --David B. Coe/D. B. Jackson, author of Radiants and the Thieftaker Chronicles

"J. D. Blackrose's latest tale spins together demons, mobsters, fairies, and a kick-ass heroine under a curse that may end up being her salvation. *Chef's Kiss*." --Darin Kennedy, Author of Fugue & Fable and The Pawn Stratagem

About the author:

The Summoner's Mark is J. D. Blackrose's first series with Bell Bridge Books. Previously, she's published The Soul Wars, The Devil's Been Busy, and the Zombie Cosmetologist novellas through Falstaff Books. She's also published multiple short stories, enjoying the art of brevity now and then. She's always lived in her head and is often accused of not listening. To make up for it, she's mastered the art of looking interested. Follow her on Facebook and Twitter.

Ratings and reviews

JD Blackrose has created a world within our own that is both captivating and original. I'm not going to revisit the plot, but let's just say that poor Becs gets hammered from all directions! Luckily, she has a reliable, if a bit rag-tag, support system. Pinky is probably my favorite of the support characters. I am looking forward to reading more about him, especially. If you like urban fantasy with a smart, tough woman at the forefront who doesn't always have the answers, but manages to pull herself through anyway, you'll want to pick this one up!

Enjoyable story that is about Becs a summoner who is new to discovering her powers and about her family. This story was entertaining, Becs' character was likable and engaging with a quirky sense of humor, it has plenty of paranormal characters for those who love paranormal stories, there's a budding romance, and action to keep you turning the pages in a well written book. This was a pleasant read from a brand-new author I discovered through StoryOrigin. This is the first book in a new series that reads interesting, and I look forward to reading the rest. I volunteer to read and review this ARC.