Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Biting Cold by Chloe Neill (Blog Tour)


Biting Cold by Chloe Neill
Publisher: New American Library
Publication Date: August 7, 2012
Source: Publisher
Purchase: AmazonBarnes & Noble or Indiebound
Turned into a vampire against her will, twenty-eight-year-old Merit found her way into the dark circle of Chicago’s vampire underground, where she learned there was more to supernaturals than met the eye—and more supernaturals than the public ever imagined. And not all the secrets she learned were for sharing—among humans or inhumans.
Now Merit is on the hunt, charging across the stark American Midwest, tailing a rogue supernatural intent on stealing an ancient artifact that could unleash catastrophic evil on the world. But Merit is also the prey. An enemy of Chicagoland is hunting her, and he’ll stop at nothing to get the book for himself. No mercy allowed. No rules apply. No lives spared. The race is on.

The Skinny: A great addition to an amazing series!

The Chicagoland Vampire series is one of my favorite stories. The writing is so smart that fans of all genres will enjoy it. From the complex characters to the fun dialogue, the Chicagoland Vampires series is wonderful. One of the best parts about this series is that Chloe Neill is fearless when it comes to developing risky storylines. She looks at controversial plots and firmly commits to them in an effort to craft unique and enjoyable stories.

In Biting Cold, we meet up with Merit and friends at the moment when Drink Deep concludes. I don’t like to post spoilers, so I will only say that so much happens that readers will be stunned with each passing chapter.

This book is like the grand finale of a fireworks show. There are several storylines that Chloe seamlessly weaves together to create the best book in the series. We are reunited with a favorite character, and it really feels like we are coming home for dinner. The interactions with this character are simultaneously familiar and new. While reading Biting Cold, I realized how much each of the characters has matured and developed. Merit is no longer the new vampire on the block and her assertiveness is admirable. Several of the other characters also exhibit traits that were not seen prior to this addition and the character development is incredible. Everyone has experienced a situation or trauma that forces change, and the ways in which Chloe describes how everyone copes are realistic.

If you are new to the Chicagoland Vampire series, I highly recommend that you start reading. If you are already a fan, I can assure you that Biting Cold will not disappoint. It will satiate your desire to see some characters and give you so much more than you ever imagined. The ending is perfect, and I eagerly await House Rules, which I am certain will be just as wonderful as Biting Cold

Chloe sent me some great CV and Dark Elite prizes, so fill out the form for your chance to win! I will be splitting up the items so that many people have a chance to win something. 
This giveaway is only open to readers in the US.
Good luck! I really hope you win.   
The fun doesn’t stop here. Want more chances to win? 

Below, you’ll find a key word. Each participant in the Biting Cold Blog Tour has one, and when you put them all together in order, you’ll find a quote from a Chicagoland Vampires novel.  That quote is the passcode you’ll need to enter the Biting Cold Scavenger Hunt Giveaway, which will begin on August 11, 2012 on Chloe’s web site. The giveaway will end at midnight on August 17, 2012.

What are the Scavenger Hunt Giveaway prizes?
  • A complete set of Chicagoland Vampires audiobook CDs (generously provided by Tantor Audio)
  • A $25 CafePress gift card you can use in the Chicagoland Vampires store
  • Autographed copies of DRINK DEEP and CHARMFALL
  • A Chicagoland Vampires tote bag with other Chicagoland Vampires swag, including a mouse pad, bookmarks, and stickers!

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25 comments:

  1. Good write up :) Thanks for hosting today's Biting Cold word Hunt!

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  2. I totally agree about the Chicagoland series. I can't wait to see who it is that is back. Yippee. I can't wait for this book!

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  3. Every stop makes me even more excited to read these! I can't wait to see who will pop up. Although with you bringing up House Rules, maybe I should stall on reading Biting Cold, so I won't have to wait so long for more story!

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  4. I have to admit that I haven't read this series but really want to so I keep going to all these stops and then skimming over the Biting Cold blurb because I don't want to know spoilers. I know I am crazy...

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  5. I can not wait to finish this book!! Im half way through it and it is great!!!

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  6. I love Merit and Ethan! Looking forward to reading Biting Cold this weekend. Thanks for the contest!

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  7. This is one of my all-time favorite series!!

    Damaris (Maris)

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  8. Love this series! Can't wait to read it either! Tried getting on the blog tour when she was asking and unfortunately plans didn't fall through! Crossing my fingers for the next one though!

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  9. Love this series!!! I can't get enough of Merit and Ethan!!!

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  10. I am such a huge fan of Chloe's. I found the Chicagoland Vampires series by accident and I am so glad that I did. I am hooked! Love me some Merit and Ethan!!!

    sheryl

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  11. I loved Biting Cold and all of the Ethan and Merit moments we finally got! :D A must read!

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  12. I am in the middle of Biting Cold right now and loving every minute of it, in fact, there is where I am headed right now. Oh Kindle.... here I come!

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  13. I really can't wait to dig into Biting Cold. Looking forward to more Ethan and definitely want to know what happens to Mallory.

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  14. Just started Biting Cold...loving it! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  15. Nice post. The book sounds good.

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  16. I'm so excited to read this book! Thanks for the giveaway! :)

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  17. Thanks for participating and for the giveaway!

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  18. I've had so much fun with this hunt! THanks for participating!

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  19. Love this series. I hope and pray I can win!!!

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  20. Awesome! I absolutely loved the book. Chloe Neill knocked my socks off again!

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  21. Love this series!!! Biting cold rocked and can't wait for house rules!!! Thanks for the giveaway!!!

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  22. Thank you for this chance to win and thank you for having her books on your site. THis is a wonderful way for me to discover new authors to read! Great job!
    Teresa Bergan

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  23. I've barely started Book 1 and really like it so far. I can't wait to have time to really get into this series, it seems awesome so far :) Thanks for being part of the Scavenger Hunt and having a giveaway!

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