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Underground Encounters #7-9
Witches
It’s the Season of the Witch!
Helpers, Lovers, Villains…
This steamy paranormal romance collection includes witches in all these roles, but also vampires, shifters, werewolves, and more!
COMBUST
Caught between two worlds.
After being bitten by a vampire, Nike's symptoms are increasing. The thirst for blood is growing too powerful to ignore.
Her best friend is marrying into a family of Salem witches. When she asks Nike to be her maid-of-honor, it's not an easy answer.
A more serious decision awaits--should she choose eternal darkness with her vampire lover?
Would you?
IGNITE
Witch Elise tracks gargoyle shifter Lucan down for one purpose.
She blurts out the news: He's a father.
He'd conceived a child with the witch who'd cursed him—Elise's sister.
She must ignore her attraction to this sexy, forbidden shifter.
But when she needs his help to protect her niece, that dangerous desire might be too difficult to resist...
TORCH
A gargoyle in need of a mission...
No longer confined to his stone form, gargoyle shifter Mattias is lost, yearning for a purpose.
A werewolf in search of a cure.
Rachel is seeking an elixir from a witch when she meets Mattias.
The attraction is strong, but her curse forbids her from getting close to anyone.
Dangerous Secrets and Forbidden love.
Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone.
Helpers, Lovers, Villains…
This steamy paranormal romance collection includes witches in all these roles, but also vampires, shifters, werewolves, and more!
COMBUST
Caught between two worlds.
After being bitten by a vampire, Nike's symptoms are increasing. The thirst for blood is growing too powerful to ignore.
Her best friend is marrying into a family of Salem witches. When she asks Nike to be her maid-of-honor, it's not an easy answer.
A more serious decision awaits--should she choose eternal darkness with her vampire lover?
Would you?
IGNITE
Witch Elise tracks gargoyle shifter Lucan down for one purpose.
She blurts out the news: He's a father.
He'd conceived a child with the witch who'd cursed him—Elise's sister.
She must ignore her attraction to this sexy, forbidden shifter.
But when she needs his help to protect her niece, that dangerous desire might be too difficult to resist...
TORCH
A gargoyle in need of a mission...
No longer confined to his stone form, gargoyle shifter Mattias is lost, yearning for a purpose.
A werewolf in search of a cure.
Rachel is seeking an elixir from a witch when she meets Mattias.
The attraction is strong, but her curse forbids her from getting close to anyone.
Dangerous Secrets and Forbidden love.
Escape into a hot underground club, where the statues are so much more than stone.
534 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 9, 2021
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Lisa Carlisle
154 books593 followersUSA Today bestselling author Lisa Carlisle loves stories with dark, brooding heroes or quirky outcasts. Her romances have been named Top Picks at Night Owl Reviews and The Romance Reviews.
When she was younger, she worked in a variety of jobs, moving to various countries. She was stationed in Okinawa while in the Marines, backpacked alone through Europe, and worked in Paris before returning to the U.S. She owned a bookstore for a few years as she loves to read. She’s married with two kids, two cats, and too many fish.
When she was younger, she worked in a variety of jobs, moving to various countries. She was stationed in Okinawa while in the Marines, backpacked alone through Europe, and worked in Paris before returning to the U.S. She owned a bookstore for a few years as she loves to read. She’s married with two kids, two cats, and too many fish.
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October 9, 2021
Every single story in this book bundle is awesome! Here are my reviews from when I read them all individually, it was such a treat to reaed them again one after the other. You will enjoy this Box Set, so get it.
Combust
I was always very curious to find out what happened to Nike after she was attacked by vampire Ricard during the fire at Vamps 2 years ago. Although she found the love of her life in vampire Michel and owner of Vamps at the time. Michel even sold Vamps to travel Europe in search of a cure for her, with no success. After she attacked a woman in a bloodlust nearly costing her life she has cut herself off from her BFF Maya and the world afraid of what the monster in her might do...Not wanting to continue between 2 worlds, she must make a decision that may cost her the love of her life. or her life.
Maya misses her BFF Nike and wants her to be a part of the most important day of her life, but she won't return the 100's of calls she has made. Afraid that vampire Michel may have drained her, she seeks her out only to find that she may have lost the only true friend she has ever had.. As her wedding to Tristan nears she decides to ask her adoptive parents if they know anything about her blood relatives and what she discovers throws her for a loop.
Find out what happens to Nike, Michel, Maya and Tristan in this very informative story of what ultimately happens to the first characters that had me falling in love with this series.
Ignite.....
From the Words of Edgar Allen Poe
This is the third book of this great series that has totally enthralled me, just hearing the name of the Underground Club Vamps, has me sweating because I know something smoldering is going to blossom there.
Lily really doesn't want to be at Vamps, but her BFF finally got to her to go with her to celebrate her promotion. She really doesn't like this scene and much less the punk rockers playing that crazy music, but when she hears his crooning voice all thought escapes her. What kind of name is that though, Leggy ugh! Leggy is hot to say the least and he seems to take an interest in her, but she gives him the brush off, biatchy as usual. But when she encounters him again outside of Vamps all rational thought goes out the window, but it can only be a passing thing because she holds a secret too intense to allow for anything else. If she can't even stand it, how will he react, no better to be aloof if she can that is.
Computer Geek by day and Rock Star by night Nico (Leggy) is tired of one night stands with groupies, he wants something more meaningful, he wants what he can't have....Lily She is his muse from the moment he first laid eyes on her at Vamps, but she won't have anything permanent with him, why is incomprehensible, but he will give it his all to have her no matter what she is hiding, if he can withstand it that is.
Torch
Fly Away.....
Vamps is an Underground Club that caters to all kinds of supernaturals and those that just want to throw caution to the wind for a night.....But Vamps has it's own history and the most recent is the end of the curse that was put on the 3 gargoyle brothers that stood guard in Vamps for many years. Dante and Lucan have found their mates, but Mattias feels like the 3rd wheel so to speak, he doesn't have his ever after, but then he doesn't want one either....He wants to experience what he lacked while in stone....Freedom and to travel and find his purpose in life..Until he locks eyes with a sad lost soul at Vamps....This can only be the attraction he always feels, only she is different not like the usual type of females that throw themselves at him, no she is running away from him.
Chemistry Scientist Rachel feels she has been cursed since that fateful night she was attacked. Now every month she must lock herself in the basement and hope she doesn't harm anyone, or curse anyone with the same. She strives to find a cure, but now when she sees that handsome man at the club where she picks up the only thing that controls her urges that one night of the month, she realizes how very lonely her life has really become and decides that she will at least enjoy her nights until then.. But will this time be sufficient for her and Mattias will he be able to fly away from the only woman who has ever caught his attention like this?
Combust
I was always very curious to find out what happened to Nike after she was attacked by vampire Ricard during the fire at Vamps 2 years ago. Although she found the love of her life in vampire Michel and owner of Vamps at the time. Michel even sold Vamps to travel Europe in search of a cure for her, with no success. After she attacked a woman in a bloodlust nearly costing her life she has cut herself off from her BFF Maya and the world afraid of what the monster in her might do...Not wanting to continue between 2 worlds, she must make a decision that may cost her the love of her life. or her life.
Maya misses her BFF Nike and wants her to be a part of the most important day of her life, but she won't return the 100's of calls she has made. Afraid that vampire Michel may have drained her, she seeks her out only to find that she may have lost the only true friend she has ever had.. As her wedding to Tristan nears she decides to ask her adoptive parents if they know anything about her blood relatives and what she discovers throws her for a loop.
Find out what happens to Nike, Michel, Maya and Tristan in this very informative story of what ultimately happens to the first characters that had me falling in love with this series.
Ignite.....
From the Words of Edgar Allen Poe
This is the third book of this great series that has totally enthralled me, just hearing the name of the Underground Club Vamps, has me sweating because I know something smoldering is going to blossom there.
Lily really doesn't want to be at Vamps, but her BFF finally got to her to go with her to celebrate her promotion. She really doesn't like this scene and much less the punk rockers playing that crazy music, but when she hears his crooning voice all thought escapes her. What kind of name is that though, Leggy ugh! Leggy is hot to say the least and he seems to take an interest in her, but she gives him the brush off, biatchy as usual. But when she encounters him again outside of Vamps all rational thought goes out the window, but it can only be a passing thing because she holds a secret too intense to allow for anything else. If she can't even stand it, how will he react, no better to be aloof if she can that is.
Computer Geek by day and Rock Star by night Nico (Leggy) is tired of one night stands with groupies, he wants something more meaningful, he wants what he can't have....Lily She is his muse from the moment he first laid eyes on her at Vamps, but she won't have anything permanent with him, why is incomprehensible, but he will give it his all to have her no matter what she is hiding, if he can withstand it that is.
Torch
Fly Away.....
Vamps is an Underground Club that caters to all kinds of supernaturals and those that just want to throw caution to the wind for a night.....But Vamps has it's own history and the most recent is the end of the curse that was put on the 3 gargoyle brothers that stood guard in Vamps for many years. Dante and Lucan have found their mates, but Mattias feels like the 3rd wheel so to speak, he doesn't have his ever after, but then he doesn't want one either....He wants to experience what he lacked while in stone....Freedom and to travel and find his purpose in life..Until he locks eyes with a sad lost soul at Vamps....This can only be the attraction he always feels, only she is different not like the usual type of females that throw themselves at him, no she is running away from him.
Chemistry Scientist Rachel feels she has been cursed since that fateful night she was attacked. Now every month she must lock herself in the basement and hope she doesn't harm anyone, or curse anyone with the same. She strives to find a cure, but now when she sees that handsome man at the club where she picks up the only thing that controls her urges that one night of the month, she realizes how very lonely her life has really become and decides that she will at least enjoy her nights until then.. But will this time be sufficient for her and Mattias will he be able to fly away from the only woman who has ever caught his attention like this?
October 16, 2021
I love this world that this author has created! The world building is incredible and the stories just pull you in hook, line and sinker. This is the witches boxset and it will make you shed a few tears , have you laughing out loud and will make you sweat from the chemistry and steam!! It’s an exciting boxset, entertaining and filled with magic, adventure and danger and once you pick this up, we’ll that’s it for the rest of the day!! Gargoyles, witches, vampires, shifters and humans all have a part in this fantastic paranormal underground world and we meet some fantastic characters and i have enjoyed their journeys.
October 5, 2021
This collection is a great way to get your hands on three very enjoyable reads. If you are a PNR fan, these books are sure to please. Witches are just the tip of the iceberg. You can also expect vampires, gargoyle shifters and werewolves. The stories are well written and engaging. A combination of drama, emotion, action, heat and danger, pulls you in and has you entertained and invested. I thought it was an awesome collection. This is my frank, freely posted review.
October 15, 2021
This box set is a collection of interwoven stories set in the Underground Encounters world of Vamps, the go-to bar for humans and supes of all kinds. COMBUST is the continuation of Nike and Maya's friendship, along with their partners, Michel and Tristan. Nike is caught in between two worlds after being attacked by Michel's vampire enemy, Ricard. Nike is reacting more each day to the venom and begs Michel to change her. Maya misses her best friend and is heartbroken when Nike says she cannot be a part of her wedding to Tristan. What she doesn't tell her is that she's afraid of who and what form she will take by Maya's wedding day. INFLAME is the Gargoyle, Lucan's, story. Now that his brother, Danton, has been freed from the curse of Lucan's ex-lover, Veronique, he comes face to face with her sister, Elise. She is on a mission to find Lucan to tell him that Veronique was pregnant and he has a daughter. Marguerite isn't too happy to see her dad because her mother has put all sorts of ideas into her head, but it doesn't take long before he proves himself worthy of her love. He recognizes, in Elise, that special woman who might be able to free him from the curse, but Veronique isn't dead and returns to cause trouble again.TORCH is Mattias's story, the youngest of the brothers. He is feeling a little unsettled, doesn't know what he wants from life and isn't sure where it's all coming from. Yes, he's been released from the curse, has his life back, but there's a feeling of emptiness that doesn't go away. He spots a beautiful woman at the bar who seems to be nervous, if that shredded napkin in her hand is any indication. She is Rachel, an assistant professor of chemistry at a nearby college. Mattias is interested and, as protecting others is inherent in a gargoyle's nature, he follows her home after a man bothered her as she was leaving Vamps. As he sees that the man is actually getting physical with her, he swoops in to save the day. When he asks if he can see her again, Rachel is pleased, but has to say no. It's almost the full moon and it's time for the emergence of the beast inside of her. With her sister Kelly's help, she goes into hiding in her basement, to ride out the storm. She pushes Mattias away, refusing to share her secret. He has no choice but to leave, but it's not too long before he senses her fear and returns to protect her. This is such a sweet story, much more sublime than the others in this set, an excellent addition to the Underground Encounters series that will leave you with a smile on your face.
October 16, 2021
Witches is an entertaining box set of three paranormal stories filled with shifters, witches, gargoyles, vampires, witches, and so many more captivating characters. I love reading Lisa Carlisle's books because not only do you get interesting characters you get fabulous storylines too. The writing is descriptive, the storylines are unique, and the forbidden love is steamy. If you love anything paranormal then you definitely need to check out the Underground Encounters series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this box set.
October 9, 2021
Wow! “WITCHES: A paranormal romance collection” is a fantastic must read set for those who love PNR, with romance suspense, too! “COMBUST” & “IGNITE” &”TORCH” all 3 are separate stand-alone stories that will keep readers engaged and turning pages like crazy! ... I previously read each of these 3 as single releases a while ago, so I honestly loved them and highly recommend them to 18+ adult fans of fiction... As usual, I look forward to more new books from Ms. Carlisle soon!
October 15, 2021
This is such a great box set! I have a couple of these books already but love having the convenience of a boxed set - both for not having to remember the order to read them in but also for continuous binge reading fun. All of these stories are well written, full of action, drama, danger, steam and all sorts of supernatural peeps. Good fun!
October 9, 2021
WITCHES BOX SET
Combust:
Witches boxed set follows several couples connected to a unique PNR nightclub. You have gargoyles, witches, vampires among the paranormals, and humans who meet and fall for these amazing beings.
Niki, a former firefighter, is attacked by a nightwalker. Since she's not drained she doesn't change but she isn't the same. What now?
Inflame:
Gargoyles as Bouncers/Protectors? Three brothers have been cursed. They are only released from stone to protect and for a limited time. When Lucan is suddenly freed they wonder if it is permanent. If so what did he do or happen to release him from the curse?
Torch:
Freedom. Yet Mattias isn't happy. His brothers have found happiness in their freedom. Will he ever be truly happy? What will it take?
The characters are great as humans with extra. They are hot and produce plenty of steam. The stories are satisfying with amazing worldbuilding, romance, and strong women who complete them. Don't miss this great set.
Combust:
Witches boxed set follows several couples connected to a unique PNR nightclub. You have gargoyles, witches, vampires among the paranormals, and humans who meet and fall for these amazing beings.
Niki, a former firefighter, is attacked by a nightwalker. Since she's not drained she doesn't change but she isn't the same. What now?
Inflame:
Gargoyles as Bouncers/Protectors? Three brothers have been cursed. They are only released from stone to protect and for a limited time. When Lucan is suddenly freed they wonder if it is permanent. If so what did he do or happen to release him from the curse?
Torch:
Freedom. Yet Mattias isn't happy. His brothers have found happiness in their freedom. Will he ever be truly happy? What will it take?
The characters are great as humans with extra. They are hot and produce plenty of steam. The stories are satisfying with amazing worldbuilding, romance, and strong women who complete them. Don't miss this great set.
October 13, 2021
Underground Encounters Box Set a set of three great stories that are well written with very good storylines. The stories are COMBUST, IGNITE, and TORCH. I would say you do not want to miss these books so I am recommending. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 14, 2021
This contains Combust, Ignite, and Torch. They are three unique standalone romances that are steamy, suspenseful and exciting. I liked each of the couples Mattias and Rachel were one of my favorites. Very entertaining read.
October 13, 2021
loved them all
October 10, 2021
one of my favourite authors
love her books this was a brilliant read
loved all the stories and characters
nice easy read looking forward to next book
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
love her books this was a brilliant read
loved all the stories and characters
nice easy read looking forward to next book
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 9, 2021
This is a great paranormal romance box set.. I really liked it! These stories are sweet and steamy, exciting and fun to read. Magic, witches, gargoyles, and more.. Love these characters!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 5, 2021
This is a collection of 3 paranormal books.
Combust: Nike worries about returning to normal life with her enhanced abilities.
Inflame: Lucan and Elise share sizzling chemistry.
Torch: Mattias and Rachel can't deny their attraction, but their true nature holds them back. This story is one of my favorites. This story is one of my favorites.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Combust: Nike worries about returning to normal life with her enhanced abilities.
Inflame: Lucan and Elise share sizzling chemistry.
Torch: Mattias and Rachel can't deny their attraction, but their true nature holds them back. This story is one of my favorites. This story is one of my favorites.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 5, 2021
Absolutely Fabulous. I loved all three books. Each book is so full of Exciting twists and Romantic turns that it will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end of the book. Exciting.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 16, 2021
This is a NON-SPOILER REVIEW of Witches by Lisa Carlisle, a collection of reads. I originally read these reads as individual titles when they were released as part of the Underground Encounters series. I really like that the stories are grouped into a collection that lets you read one right into the next. You get Combust, a vampire/firefighter story, Ignite, a shifter/rock star romance and Torch, a werewolf/gargoyle romance. Fast paced stories that pack on the heat and sexiness I have come to expect from a Lisa Carlisle read. Mature Readers Suggested.
This honest and voluntary review was made possible by reading a copy through Booksprout.
This honest and voluntary review was made possible by reading a copy through Booksprout.
October 13, 2021
I really enjoyed this collection of 3 steamy paranormal romances. These stories are books 7,8 & 9 in the Underground Encounters series. I have not read any of the previous stories, and felt that I may have enjoyed the first story, Combust, more if I had. Combust was written in dual POV by the two main female characters, and felt a little disjointed to me. I much preferred Inflame and Torch about gargoyle shifter brothers, Lucan and Mattias. These stories were steamy, swoony and so enjoyable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 17, 2021
This is the 4th time I've read books written by Lisa Carlisle; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
This is a 3-book collection of stories; each story is a stand-alone book. They are well written and entertaining.
I received a free copy of this boxset via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a 3-book collection of stories; each story is a stand-alone book. They are well written and entertaining.
I received a free copy of this boxset via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
October 5, 2021
3.5 Stars
This is a great boxed set filled with quick, fun reads thanks to the entertaining characters and story lines of each book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a great boxed set filled with quick, fun reads thanks to the entertaining characters and story lines of each book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 13, 2021
I listened to the audio version of all three of these books, I loved them. If you want to read the individual reviews you will be able to but they are quite long so I'll just say, don't miss this series because if you do you will be missing a real gem.
November 3, 2021
I read all 4 of the box sets and the only ones that felt complete were the ones with the 3 brothers that were Gargoyles. I think there's one more but I won't be reading it.
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