***5 Stars***

What a ride!

From start to finish I was hooked!

This book gave me the creeps, had me at the edge of my seat and gave me the swoons. It also had me laughing and falling in love with a whole slew of characters that I want more of and am very happy to know that I will get to spend more time with them as this is just the first in the series.

There is a huge part of me that wants to get into detail about Ivy, as well as Ivy and Bain, but that would just ruin it for you. But what I can say is that I loved the journey that they both took me on. Ivy is a unique character and I loved how her story evolved and unfolded. There were quite a few things I didn’t see coming, but it all worked for me. And as for Bain and Ivy. There’s is an epic romance, a little mind bending, but epic and the swoons these two caused were real.

I know this is quick and vague, but it kind of has to be since to give you more would ruin the story and even now I think I may have given a bit too much, but it is what it is. I loved the world that the author brought to life, it was vivid and bright, even in the darkness and I loved how unique all of the characters were and how they brought more depth to the world at large. And after that epilogue, I cannot wait to get my hands on the next book in the series!

My review is not justified because I'm not a paranormal reader. With limited ability I read the book and honestly, it impressed me more as a thriller. The ominous background of Misty Vale and Ivy Blckwood as a trapped prisoner just pulled me right in. She's linked to the gruesome murders happening in New Orleans.
"I was sure I was slipping deeper into my illness, what with my foray into summoning fire and not just summoning it but holding a conversation with myself on validating my crazy." 
Some animal is clawing his way through young victims and infecting them to change into his soldiers of mayhem.
Josiah Abiviny and Cyril Gaudet have their hands full with trying to make sense of it and stretching their own personal realms of reality.
"you have been conditioned to believe anything out of the ordinary isn't normal, but the standard for normal is different across the board. the world is made up of more than just what you see" 
The warriors are gathering and the air is trembling with dreaded anticipation. Hunters, bloodsuckers and shifters are converging after 22 years.
The buildup was crazy and the story just tiptoe on eggshells. 
Since I don't know any better about paranormal books, I'm still able to appreciate good, taut writing and intense plot
A treat for pnr fans. Go enjoy !
4 Tiger's Eye stars

Christ on a cracker this book was all kinds of AWESOME. It also doesn't really lend itself to my usual review format, so I am going to leave things a little on the vague side. What I will say, is that this book was excellent. The writing was fantastic. It was well paced. The plot was super engaging and original. The setting was perfect. It was atmospheric. It was spooky. The characters (both main and secondary) were well developed. I laughed a little. I cried a little. There was sex. Gods. Goddesses. Vampires. Lycan. Shifters. Witches. Demens. Hellhounds. Ghosts. Fairies. Crumbling plantations. Mental institutions. New Orleans during Mardi gras...and so much more.

Honestly, just do yourself a favor and nab this one as soon as it becomes available. I cannot wait to see what the author has up her sleeve for this cast of characters next. Last, I will leave you with my favorite part of the book. I am still laughing over this revelation...

"He lives here.”“The devil lives here?”“Yeah, in Vegas.”“The devil lives in Vegas?” I guess of all the places in the world he could live, Sin City made sense. “Why Vegas?”“He owns the Bellagio.” Of course he did."

"I was willing to risk it all, so I could dare to walk where dreams were made."

This is my first book by L.A. Fiore and man am I hooked! I won't lie that this cover drew me in. I fell in love with it the second I saw it. I am not usually a paranormal person but the author absolutely nailed this book. I am so thankful I stepped out of my comfort zone, and took a chance. I could not quit reading it. I devoured the pages like a women possesd! Every page thrilled me more than the last. The suspense that surrounds this book is all consuming. I honestly can NOT recommend this book enough! Wow. I am truly almost speechless after finishing this book. At times it was hard to follow yes, but at the same time that added to its appeal. I loved getting submerged in the super natural of this story. Every character The Blackwood Chronicles introduced, grabbed your attention and made you want their story. Ivy and Baine was hauntingly beautiful. I loved reading about their journey. Their story is everything you could want and more. Their chemistry sizzles from the pages of your Kindle. Their love truly has no limits. I loved how everything was a constant puzzle. Its was the perfect web of mystery and fantasy. I did NOT want the book to end! I am on pins and needles for MORE!

"I loved her from the minute I saw her, and I have loved her every day since. Even when I couldn’t remember, even when she was lost to me, a part of me has always hunted for her."

Ivy is one of my favorite heroines. Everything about her was pure and beautiful. She was one of those heroines you couldn't help but love. Ivy's journey was a emotional roller coaster ride, but you loved every minute of it. She wore her emotions on her sleeve and you admired her for it. The love her character had was endless. Ivy's strength is what drew me to her the most. No matter what obstacle she had to face, she didn't waver taking it head on with force and determination.

"On some level, I knew him; on some level, he was mine, but not anymore and still my body remembered."

Baine seriously stole a piece if my heart. Although stoic at times when he allowed his emotions through he was beautiful. His character was full of passion and strength. Everything about his character made you feel warm and safe. His story too, put your emotions through the ringer. My heart ached for him many times. Sadness aside his alpha side was smoking hot. Baine definitely knows how to turn up the heat. Like Ivy his love runs deep. He is out to tell you his story, while stealing your heart along the way.

"“I will always come for you. Whatever happens, I will find you.” He sealed that vow with a kiss."

*5 STARS*
Well earned for one of the most original, and unique stories I have read. The Gathering was one of the most hauntingly beautiful books I have I have had the pleasure of reading. It is most definitely going into my best reads of 2018 folder!

I loved the book synopsis. Going by the synopsis The Gathering by LA Fiore sounded like a book I would absolutely love. However, that wasn't the case once I started reading.

I ended giving up after about 15 percent through The Gathering. I was so confused at what was going on! I would read a little more to try to understand what was going on, but I'd end up more confused. It's like random characters each had their own chapter! What I read was nothing like the book synopsis lead me to believe. I thought this would be about a girl with powers, but there were werewolves and a whole bunch of other things thrown into the mix giving this more of a fantasy feel to me.

I'm not a prude by any means, but from the 15 or so percent of what I read, this book was just too crude for me. That really put me off too.

Like I said, I wanted to love this book. I really did. However, I was just left feeling confused, so I just gave up on it, unfortunately. I would urge others to give this book a read. Perhaps it's just a me thing to be easily confused.

It was an interesting read. It had lots of intrigue and suspense. I enjoyed the love story the most from this book. I recommend this book and this author.

I was up to 1 a.m. this morning reading this book, I loved everything about it. It will definitely draw you in right from the beginning and will not let you go. Even after reading the blurb I still had no idea what to expect when I started reading. I will tell you it was better than I expected. I loved all the characters, the suspense, and the romance that developed through out the book. Ivy and Bain have a love that transcends time and is heartwarming and heartbreaking all at the same time. It is so well written you will not want to put it down, the story flows easily and will keep you intrigued until the end. I did not want this one to end. I highly recommend this one.

Going into this book, I knew it was going to be a paranormal, romantic suspense but that's about it. I don't like reading the blurbs and teasers from authors I love but I love everything L.A. Fiore writes so I was really excited for The Gathering. And let me tell you, L.A. Fiore rocked the paranormal in this book!! WOOOWWW!!! From the Prologue to the Epilogue, this book is action packed! Ivy, Bain, Josiah and their crew took me for one crazy ride! It's creepy, dark, intriguing, sexy, heartfelt....just everything! This is L.A. Fiore with a paranormal twist and I am LOVING IT!!!

PLEASE GIVE ME MORE!!!

“There were some constants that link us all: destiny, fate, love…even magic.” ~ L.A. Fiore

This book needs to be made into a movie. It is soul consuming from the first word till the last. So many twists and turns. A fantastic read.

I went into this book totally blind. it was the cover that drew me in. it was so intriguing.


I loved everything about this book, the story just draws you in from the first chapter, wondering where the story is going to take you. It grabs you and doesn't let go. I loved the characters the story I surprised myself as with the Blurb not giving anything away and I didn't know what I was expecting. but it was amazing. Yes, this is part of a series. I can't wait to get my hands on the book two, So well written and a gripping story full of suspense that will have you turning the pages. I really didn't want it to end.

This is my first book by this author and will not be my last.