Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Giveaway: Venom by Fiona Paul

Review coming soon for this one!  It's atmospheric, and though the ending disappointed me a little, the plot kept me guessing.  Want to read it for yourself?  I'm giving away my copy!  More info. on the book below:

Release Date: October 30, 2012
Source: RT Convention
Published by: Philomel

Open internationally and ends in about a month!

Venom (The Secrets of the Eternal Rose #1) by Fiona Paul

Cassandra Caravello is one of Renaissance Venice’s lucky elite: with elegant gowns, sparkling jewels, her own lady’s maid, and a wealthy fiancé, she has everything a girl could desire. Yet ever since her parents’ death, Cassandra has felt trapped, alone in a city of water, where the dark and labyrinthine canals whisper of escape.

When Cass stumbles upon a murdered woman—practically in her own backyard—she’s drawn into a dangerous world of courtesans, killers, and secret societies. Soon, she finds herself falling for Falco, a mysterious artist with a mischievous grin... and a spectacular skill for trouble. Can Cassandra find the murderer, before he finds her? And will she stay true to her fiancé, or succumb to her uncontrollable feelings for Falco?

Beauty, love, romance, and mystery weave together in a stunning novel that’s as seductive and surprising as the city of Venice itself.



50 comments:

  1. Stella ChenAugust 14, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    I think I'm most excited for the setting. I love the Victorian period with the fancy gowns and whatnot.

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  2. UnknownAugust 15, 2012 at 1:31 AM

    The Victorian Era and the secret societies. I love books with mystery and suspense. :D Thanks for the chance to win

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  3. Kelsey SimpsonAugust 15, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    The whole societies and how its set in a different era.

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  4. KristiaAugust 15, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    The cover is absolutely amazing!! I like the time period it takes place and it sounds interesting! :) Thank you for the int giveaway

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  5. C.J.August 15, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    As anyone who's seen my Twitter picture knows, I'm obsessed with Venetian masks. And Italy in general. So I love the whole idea of the period! The cover got me.

    C.J.
    Sarcasm&Lemons Book Blog

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  6. UnknownAugust 15, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Yes! The setting is definitely what's got me most excited! The gowns, the masks, the balls, Whoo! :)

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  7. Diana_DimovskaAugust 15, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    Renaissance... Venice... Love... Murder... Mystery... WOW! :)

    I would love to read this book! (And the cover is amazing, too!)

    Thanks! :)

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  8. Natalie @ Book Lovers LifeAugust 15, 2012 at 11:26 PM

    Im excited about everything!! Victorian Era, the gowns!!

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  9. Imel CullenAugust 16, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    I'm excited for story with time setting victorian era

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  10. Eli YantiAugust 16, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    firstly the cover, i always love mask, i dont know why :)

    the story, sounds intertesting

    thanks for the giveaway

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  11. Cecilia83August 16, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    The whole of the victorian era, the mysteries... and the cover too

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  12. UnknownAugust 17, 2012 at 1:18 AM

    I love the cover and the whole renaissance period just interest me.

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  13. UnknownAugust 17, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    I love the Victorian era, it is just a fascinating period. Thank you for the giveaway.

    Jenea @ Books Live Forever

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  14. Suz ReadsAugust 17, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    I love that it's set in Renaissance Venice! This book sounds so interesting! Thanks for this amazing giveaway - I would love to win!

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  15. GigiAugust 17, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    The mystery in it! I love to read boooks that are set in the Victorian era, plus the romance in it. (ileana-rafflecopter)

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  16. LiliAugust 17, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Most excited for the setting! I LOVE the Victorian era!

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  17. UnknownAugust 18, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    I am excited for the love interests and the setting!

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  18. KatieAugust 18, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Awesome giveaway! I'm REALLY excited to read this one! :)

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  19. Karis JacobsteinAugust 20, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    I'm excited for the way this book will look on my bookshelf! Love the cover! Also, I'm really digging anything Victorian era right now! :)

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    Karis @YA Litwit

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  20. Fiona PaulAugust 20, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    Thanks for featuring VENOM :)I'm going to tweet about this giveaway right now

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  21. Danielle DAugust 20, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    The gowns it's what I'm looking foward too

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  22. UnknownAugust 21, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    The stroy is sunds really intresting!

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  23. HannahAugust 21, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    I've been SUPER excited ever since I first saw the cover! I'm like MAJORLY hyperventilating! Haha! :DI love evertyhing the premise offers about this book! The setting! The gowns, the intrigue the swoony romance! AACK!!! I need it now! Thanks so much for this giveaway!

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  24. LisAugust 22, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    I need to meet Falco!!!! Plus the plot looks awesome!

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  25. VeronikaAugust 23, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    The whole story sounds interesting! I can't wait to read it!

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  26. UnknownAugust 23, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    I love murder mysteries and the mysterious guy is great too! Thanks!

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  27. hsAugust 23, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Well, lots of people said that Falco is very swoon-worthy, so I'm pretty excited about that :D

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  28. jessica wareAugust 23, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    I'm most excited for the time period and the secrects. it looks wonderful!!!

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  29. Brooke R. BusseAugust 24, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    I read the summary and everything and thought it looked pretty interesting. And then I saw the trailer. That last bit. Just... wow. 0-0

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  30. Fear StreetAugust 24, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    What excites me most about this book can be summed up in two words: Renaissance Venice.

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  31. Carmen B.August 25, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    I'm a huge fan of Renaissance Italy! Plus, there's secret societies, masquerades, and a handsome (but off-limits) artist ;) I really can't wait for this one! Somehow I just know it's gonna be awesome ^^

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  32. Lynn K.August 25, 2012 at 11:55 PM

    The mystery and the setting! I love historical YA books!

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  33. Lynn K.August 25, 2012 at 11:56 PM

    The mystery and the setting! I love historical YA books!

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  34. Abby SimpsonAugust 27, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    The time period! :)

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  35. Danielle B!August 29, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    I'm excited to read Venom because of the historical aspect. I haven't read any Historical YAs lately.

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  36. KaribbeanIslandAugust 29, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    Ok, I am one of those people who reads books because of beautiful covers. :) And this is one of those books. I do like that it is set in Victorian Era and I wonder if they are going to bring a little steampunk into it.

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  37. starryeyedjenAugust 29, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    What DOESN'T excite me about this novel? I love the time period. There's murder and falling for the WRONG guy. Sounds perfect for me! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  38. MeganAugust 30, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    I love the period and the mystery sounds exciting!

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  39. AnonymousAugust 31, 2012 at 4:28 AM

    I love books about the Rennaiscance period and this book has SUCH a gorgeous cover! :D

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  40. alicia marieSeptember 1, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    Any historical books sound good to me! This one takes place in a really interesting period of time, I think. Add mystery to that, and it's a must read : )

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  41. UnknownSeptember 2, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    What excites me most is that the setting is in Venice! I've been there and I love it a lot!

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  42. AngelaSeptember 4, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Victorian era and the societies.
    This book also has mystery which intrigued me. Can't wait to read it ^^

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  43. Dani CottonSeptember 5, 2012 at 2:20 AM

    The historical aspect really intrigues me. I read far too many books that are set in modern day!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    Dani
    Pen to Paper

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  44. TanjaSeptember 5, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    I look forward to Falco :) I just really like historical novels.

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  45. UnknownSeptember 5, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    This books looks amazing. I especially love the historical setting. Can't wait to read this!

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  46. RinnSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:06 AM

    This looks great and the cover is beautiful! =)

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  47. Addie R.September 8, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Historical Fiction and Falco! xD

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  48. Liss MartzSeptember 9, 2012 at 11:49 PM

    OH!! I'm really excited, it sounds like quite an adventure! And that trailer was awesome!! Can't wait to read it. The cover is gorgeous.. I want a mask..

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  49. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2012 at 3:57 AM

    I think what excites me the most about this book is the Era and the secret societies. I feel in love with this cover, and it's grabbed me so I can't wait to read it!

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  50. Suzy, The Grey BrunetteSeptember 13, 2012 at 1:13 AM

    Its the era as well as the setting that particularly appeals about this book. I've only read adult historical novels so it would certainly make a great change to read a YA one. I'm loving the idea actually!

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