Blog Tour: Review + #Giveaway: Black Collar Queen by AN Latro

 

Claiming the Morgan Syndicate was supposed to be the hardest part—but now they have to keep it. 

 

Seth Morgan has taken his place as the head of the Morgan syndicate, with his cousin Emma by his side. But the change of regime came at a heavy price: Emma’s mother is missing, and the Oliver syndicate wants Emma’s head on a platter.

 

And there are secrets—skeletons from their parents coming to haunt them. Seth is moving pieces, struggling to keep Emma safe and peace in the city while Emma alienates her lover and grapples with her past.

 

With threats on every side, and unable to trust their allies, Emma makes a misstep that could cost more than the syndicate is willing to pay: the life of it’s young queen.

 

 

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REVIEW

There was just something so easy about this book. It flowed well, at a steady pace that really allowed me to enjoy each and every aspect of the plotline. The characters, whom I loved getting to know in the previous book and novellas, were just so amazing and the air of royalty that surrounds them was palpable. But that didn’t make life easy for them in anyway.

In the wake of the devastation that tore through the final moments in book one, Seth and Emma are forced to pull rank and rebuild their lives as well as their organization. It was great to see Emma develop even more as this story unfolded. She became more fierce and determined to be seen as an equal – rightfully stepping into the role of queen. But with that title came many demands, along with the complications of her love life and the revelation of a deep dark secret that unraveled everything they ever knew. Seth was still his cool self, but more focused and also determined to make things right. There was a definite change in him and he was a true king who, although at times it was a struggle, kept his head and heart in the right direction.

This book was a multi-layered story of deceit and lies, love and loyalty. It was an intriguing read that had me enthralled from start to finish. It was truly a pleasure to read such a work of art.

 

 

 

 

 

Series Buy Links:

 

Black Collar Empire

Amazon | BN

 

Black Collar Beginning: New York

Amazon | BN

 

Black Collar Beginning: Cuba

Amazon | BN
 

 

 

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 

 

I loathe writing bios. So let’s play a game. One of these three are true…

 

AN Latro lives in Ireland with her dog and cat and an over abundance of books. She loves solitude and boy bands, and hearing from readers.

 

AN Latro lives in Florida, where the ocean is her favorite muse. She enjoys wine and tequila, and old movies about the mafia. She loves hearing from readers on Facebook and Twitter.

 

AN Latro is the pen name of two friends. They love hearing from readers, and are usually getting into trouble with new ideas for the syndicate.

 

 

Links: Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram  

 

 

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Blog Tour Schedule

April 17

El Rincón de Becks          Review

What Is That Book About           Excerpt

April 18

Coast to Coast Book Besties      Guest Post        

Cosying Up With Books               Interview          

Rustys Reading               Excerpt

April 19

Gaga Over Books            Review

MakeMyDayBookclub                 Excerpt

April 20

One Guy's Guide to Good Reads                            Excerpt/Character Post

Romance Schmomance               Review

She Hearts Books           Review

April 21

Chris Book Blog Emporium         Guest Post        

Roxy's Reviews               Review

April 22

Diva Discussions Book Club        Excerpt

Teacups & Book Love    Review

April 23

Indy Book Fairy               Dreamcast        

Reads All the Books       Excerpt

April 24

SnoopyDoo's Book Reviews       Personality Playlist

J & J's Southern Spice Blog          Playlist

April 25

Genre Queen    Review

April 26

Obsessed With Myshelf                            Review

April 27

Books Books Books        Review

April 28

Books A-Brewin'             Excerpt

Got More Books             Review

naughty Book Eden        Excerpt

April 29

Indies Steal Our Heart   Excerpt

Shelf Life                          Review

Mrs Kebabs Kindle         Review

deal sharing aunt           Interview          

April 30

Between The Lines         Review

Collector of book boyfriends     Guest Post        

iFandomsCollide             Review

 Naughty Moms' Story Time       Review

bookshelf dreaming       Review

 

Release Day Blitz: Exclusive Excerpt + #Giveaway: Black Collar Queen by AN Latro

 

 

We’re having a release day launch for AN Latro’s Black Collar Queen, the second book in her mafia romance, Black Collar Syndicate.

 

She’s sharing an excerpt with us, as well as a fantastic giveaway!! And for a limited time, grab the entire series at a sales price!! 

 

 

 

Blogs Taking Part in the Release Day Launch

 

Obsessed With Myshelf

The Avid Book Collector

Southern Vixens Book Obsessions

Reads All the Books

She Hearts Books

Collector of book boyfriends

iFandomsCollide

Teacups & Book Love

Chris Book Blog Emporium

Books Books Books

Roxy's Reviews

naughty Book Eden

El Rincón de Becks

Between The Lines

A Life Bound By Books

No Bent Spines

Literary Nook

Indy Book Fairy

One Guy's Guide to Good Reads

Ogitchida Kwe's Book Blog

Fangirl Moments and My Two Cents

Mrs Kebabs Kindle

Indies Steal Our Heart

Gaga Over Books

J & J's Southern Spice Blog

Read, Write, Ripley

My Favorite Things

Genre Queen

MakeMyDayBookclub

Cosying Up With Books

Romance Schmomance

Coast to Coast Book Besties

Naughty Moms' Story Time

Shelf Life

 

 

 

Claiming the Morgan Syndicate was supposed to be the hardest part—but now they have to keep it. 

 

Seth Morgan has taken his place as the head of the Morgan syndicate, with his cousin Emma by his side. But the change of regime came at a heavy price: Emma’s mother is missing, and the Oliver syndicate wants Emma’s head on a platter.

 

And there are secrets—skeletons from their parents coming to haunt them. Seth is moving pieces, struggling to keep Emma safe and peace in the city while Emma alienates her lover and grapples with her past.

 

With threats on every side, and unable to trust their allies, Emma makes a misstep that could cost more than the syndicate is willing to pay: the life of it’s young queen.

 

 

Buy Links:

Amazon | Barnes and Noble

 

 

 

 

 

EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT

 

Every eye in the room is on him, standing in the spotlight as he always has, yet representing so much more. The tension is palpable, the anticipation and, yes, the fear. He smiles, looks down at the wood for just a moment, then back into the faces of his empire.

His. Empire.

He finds her in the crowd and she smiles for him, a tiny affirmation. 

“We have endured a very savage time.” His voice amplifies over the crowd, and it is gentle—so very gentle. “We have endured a lot of uncertainty. But we have endured. I understand if you are uneasy, and that's why I've called for this meeting. I want you all to know where I stand. To this day, there are things that I don't know, details I may never understand about the way life was here while I was gone.  That's why, from this moment, all of you who are under this roof have a clean rap. If you were my enemy, I grant you pardon.”

He pauses for a moment as the shock and outrage slingshot around the room. His expression never changes as he lets his words sink into sense. In her corner, Emma isn’t watching him. Her gaze is tracking the family, watching expressions. No one notices her—no one ever has, and even now, she is hiding behind her demure façade, and helping him by watching the family he is so adamant about trusting. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Series Buy Links:

 

Black Collar Empire

Amazon | BN

 

Black Collar Beginning: New York

Amazon | BN

 

Black Collar Beginning: Cuba

Amazon | BN

 

 

 

 

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 

 

I loathe writing bios. So let’s play a game. One of these three are true…

 

AN Latro lives in Ireland with her dog and cat and an over abundance of books. She loves solitude and boy bands, and hearing from readers.

 

AN Latro lives in Florida, where the ocean is her favorite muse. She enjoys wine and tequila, and old movies about the mafia. She loves hearing from readers on Facebook and Twitter.

 

AN Latro is the pen name of two friends. They love hearing from readers, and are usually getting into trouble with new ideas for the syndicate.

 

 

Links: Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram  

 

 

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Cover Reveal: Black Collar Queen by AN Latro

 

 

Today we are revealing the cover for BLACK COLLAR QUEEN by AN Latro. This is an adult title and the 2nd novel in the Black Collar series. It will be released April 16, 2015. Check out the teaser and excerpt below.

 

 

Claiming the Morgan Syndicate was supposed to be the hardest part—but now they have to keep it.

Seth Morgan has taken his place as the head of the Morgan syndicate, with his cousin Emma by his side. But the change of regime came at a heavy price: Emma’s mother is missing, and the Oliver syndicate want the Emma’s head on a platter.

And there are secrets—skeletons from their parents coming to haunt them. Seth is moving pieces, struggling to keep Emma safe and peace in the city while Emma alienates her lover and grapples with her past.

With threats on every side, and unable to trust their allies, Emma makes a misstep that could cost more than the syndicate is willing to pay: the life of it’s young queen.

 

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 EXCERPT

They're here for business, but they are content to walk along in a thick silence. Lately Seth has taken a cue from his brother, and has kept far fewer office hours. In the wake of the fight between his cousin and his partner, he thought Rama might appreciate the open space. Central Park, as neutral as it gets, and their security details trail at an acceptable distance.

Rama takes a drag from a cigarette, his other hand also in pocket, then he flicks the smoke away. His breath is visible on the air when he says, “Everything is in place. I just need my family's blessing.”

Seth's brow furrows and his lips press into a thin line. His voice is edged when he says, “What do you mean your family's blessing? I thought you came on their behalf.”

Rama's lips also thin, evidence of his aggravation, so quick, so unusual. He says, “I did, but our customs say they must physically bestow their blessings upon us before the alliance is complete. In person.”

“Us?”

Rama bristles, and Seth shifts so that there's more space between them. This is a flashing moment when Seth can see the aggression that waits beneath the calm of the Buddha. He's seen it before, but Rama's self-control is enviable—he is always calm and centered. Just now though, the Thai is strung like a tightrope, close to snapping under the pressure of his world. How strange, for these roles to be reversed.

Rama says, almost offhanded, “One of you, anyway, since Caleb is dead.”

Seth winces, the pain of that jab very real. Another piece of the shattered puzzle slips into place. Caleb spent months in Bangkok, and secured an alliance for his family. He did the same thing Seth was doing. Now, Rama has left this very last detail until the deal was carved into stone. Sometimes, it's easy to ignore the fact that the Morgans have effectively fucked over the Ratchaphure in the past. It's easy to forget the sins of the fallen, until they come back around to haunt him.

“It should be me,” Seth says. Rama turns his attention to Seth, eyebrows arched and shrewd gaze hidden. Seth keeps his eyes on the path, adds, “Emma doesn't have the experience to represent us on her own, and I won't have both of us gone from the city again. We have too much that needs attention here.”

Rama watches the ground for a stretch, vying against the anger that rises at her name. It takes him several steps to grasp the honest truth in Seth's words. The Morgan king isn't trying to keep his queen from the foreigner. No, he has been fairly hands off since their return from their island. But Seth is right. Hadn't Rama said it himself? Emma still has so much to learn.

“You're right,” says Rama, “but I wasn't going to make suggestions on how to handle your empire.”

Seth makes a quiet laugh, his shoulders shaking the slightest bit. It's an easy sound, as rare to Rama as Seth's sporadic shows of concern. Mostly, it's a reaction that says that Seth recognizes the snide tinge in the undercurrent of Rama's words. They are suddenly playing a precarious game of court. 

Seth says, “So you would let me set her up to fail instead?”

Seth's tone is light enough, but his question is a heavy one, tricky. Rama matches the tone and the ferocity when he answers, “I never presumed you to be that foolish.”

Seth nods. The quiet fire in Rama reminds Seth again of that first meeting, in the VIP bar of Bamboo, and the talk they had in the office. Seth had been the one raging, and when he was looking for someone to blame, he found someone he could relate to. That strange respect has carried him to this point, so that he actually feels for Rama. The pimp is hurting, once again at the hands of the Morgan family. His fortitude is admirable.

Seth says, “You mean foolish enough to send her into a business occasion when love is involved?”

Rama's steps slow. Seth's words could be a low blow, but then Seth has stared down the barrel of a gun in his lover's hands. A frustrated sigh leaks from him, almost too quiet to hear.

Seth doesn't seem bothered to match Rama's pace, he just keeps his eyes forward, and a good grip on his natural grace. Despite his cousin's current emotional trauma, a brotherly sort of concern manifests. Perhaps because Seth knows what it's like to suffer from the top, knows the cold, lonely peaks of greatness. Or maybe it's because in a world crowded by enemies and alliances, there aren't many he can call friend. 

Rama is silent, locked in the rage that waits beneath his surface. So Seth continues, “Emma is young. She's not the same kind of young that I was. Innocence was never a natural attribute for me, or for Caleb, but she was different. My father wanted her to be different, and everyone kept her sheltered. She has changed so much since I came back, but there's still a lot she doesn't have a clue about. So much she can’t know because she hasn’t experienced it. No one's ever broken her heart before.”

“Except you.”

 

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

AN Latro lives in Florida, where the ocean is her favorite muse. She enjoys wine and tequila, and old movies about the mafia. She likes good books and big dogs, and she loves hearing from readers on Facebook and Twitter. The Black Collar Syndicate is her first series.

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Website: www.blackcollarsyndicate.blogspot.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ANLatro
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/AN-Latro/1436838543270424
Author Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8344086.AN_Latro