ARC Review and Giveaway:Monarch by Michelle Davidson Argyle

Release Date: September 15 2011
Publisher: Rhemalda Publishing
Format: ARC paperback
Pages: 341
Genre:Mystery/Thriller
Source: Publisher

Goodreads Synopsis:
Nick's life as a CIA spy should be fulfilling, but it has only given him unhappiness, a wife who committed suicide, and two daughters who resent everything he has become. Now, stuck in the Amazon on the last mission of his career, he must track down Matheus Ferreira, a drug lord and terrorist the United States has tried to bring down for years. If he succeeds, he'll have the chance to start his life over again. Just when he's on the brink of catching Ferreira, he's framed for a murder that turns his world upside down. His only chance of survival lies in West Virginia, where Lilian Love, a woman from his past, owns the secluded Monarch Inn. He's safe, but not for long.

My Thoughts:
Monarch is a captivating thriller that left me breathless. Michelle has a great way of being able to tell an amazing story without being too discriptive or overly drawnout and I love that.

I loved the symbolism in Monarch, it was truly amazing. Michelle was able to incorporate the Monarch butterfly into ever aspect of the story and it was extremely impressive.

 The action and deception of Monarch was enticing and exhilerating. I had a hard time putting the book down. I haven't read a thriller like this in a long time. Michelle has a rare talent for the written word.

 I absolutely love reading whatever Michelle writes. She can truly write any genre. From a different twist on a classic story with Cinders or a thriller/mystery like Monarch.

I loved Monarch. I was hooked from page one and I would not put it down. Even if Thrillers are not your first genre to read you will not want to miss out on Monarch. Michelle will always have a place on my book shelf.


If you would like a chance to own your own copy of Monarch all you have to do is leave a comment below with an email address to contact you. International entries are welcome for e-copies Print copies for U.S. only.  Please leave your location in your comment as well 
Prizes will be shipped out directly from the publisher.

The giveaway will end Friday September 9 2011 winner will be chosen and announced Saturday September 10 2011

22 comments:

  1. LavanyaSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    I'd love to be entered in this draw. I have read Michelle's Cinders which i thoroughly enjoyed. Looking forward to this one!

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  2. The AmateurSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Tiffany: trwhite6878@gmail.com

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  3. Beth OvermyerSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Beth Overmyer
    bethovermyer@gmail.com
    Ohio, USA

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  4. J.B. ChicoineSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    I loved it! I want another copy for a gift!('cause mine will never be a lender copy!)

    bridge@jbchicoine.com

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  5. ErinSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Erin Potter
    potter-press@hotmail.com
    Providence, RI

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  6. LavanyaSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    forgot to leave my email id : maybemee AT gmail dot com

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  7. EmmaSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Thanksfor this great giveaway! emmamelerojuarez (at) yahoo(dot) com

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  8. VivienSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    GFC follower

    Vivien
    deadtossedwaves at gmail dot com

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  9. ChelleSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Chelle at CNewton724 at gmail dot com

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  10. AnnSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Great review. This sounds like a great read. I read Michelle's Cinders too and really enjoyed it. Put my name into the hat as I would love to win a copy. Thanks. My email: ormondann@gmail.com

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  11. UnknownSeptember 1, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    I have a signed Cinders book, and I TOTALLY enjoyed that book. It was definitely not what I was expecting at all. If this book is anything like that one, I know that it'll be a best seller.
    I'm from Puerto Rico and my email is:
    Missedloved1s@facebook.com or
    isamar2122@yahoo.com
    SO EXCITED!!

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  12. MelissaSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    I would love a copy, I need one. We have been short on money lately. I will get a copy of Monarch eventually. I did love Cinders by the way. I love the character development of Cinders and am excited to read Monarch. My email is mkayew@hotmail.com

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  13. MelissaSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    I commented just a minute ago. I live in Provo, UT. mkayew@hotmail.com

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  14. DarleneSeptember 2, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Please enter me in the draw, and thanks for the giveaway!

    GFC Darlene
    darlenesbooknook at gmail dot com

    I'm in Canada!

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  15. UnknownSeptember 2, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Michelle is such a great writer! I would love to win this book.

    I'm in the U.S.

    jgbeads(at)gmail(dot)com

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  16. TaffySeptember 3, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win this book!

    taffy(dot)lovell@gmail.com

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  17. Laura PaulingSeptember 3, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    I've been wanting to read this book!

    laurapauling at yahoo dot com

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  18. AndrewSeptember 3, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    strangepegs at hotmail
    CA

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  19. Lisa ShaferSeptember 3, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    I'd like to enter, but I never, ever post my e-mail in a public place. (Sorry! But I hate spam.)
    If you choose my name (if I'm not disqualified for not putting in the e-mail), you could just leave a comment on my blog (http://lisashafer.blogspot.com), and I'll get the message that way.
    I live in Utah.
    I loved Cinders, so I assume this one will be just as good.

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  20. Southern BelleSeptember 6, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    I'd love to read this book and have my own copy.

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  21. Bob SimisterSeptember 9, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    Bob@simister.org.uk cardiff wales uk! Land of the dragons

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  22. BecSeptember 9, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    I would love to win! Thanks for the chance! I live in Utah. becsloveles (at)gmail(dot)com.

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