Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Shatter (Unbreakable Bonds: Book Two) Authors: Jocelynn Drake and Rinda Elliott Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 290 Pages At a Glance: I highly recommend the Unbreakable Bonds series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Maverick trauma surgeon Ashton “Snow” Frost keeps the world at a distance, relying only on his three closest friends to keep him connected.... Continue Reading →
Title: First Comes Marriage Author: Shira Anthony Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 6 hours and 20 minutes At a Glance: Shira Anthony perfectly encompasses old school love with a new school twist. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: When struggling novelist Chris Valentine meets Jesse Donovan, he’s interested in a book contract, or... Continue Reading →
Title: The Rebellious Pet (Alien Slave Masters: Book Two) Author: Samantha Cayto Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 140 Pages At a Glance: Not for everyone, but definitely a fun series with fascinating characters. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Sometimes surrender turns into victory… Forced to be the sex slave of an alien warrior, perpetual bad-boy, Joel, finds himself... Continue Reading →
Title: The Heart As He Hears It (Perspectives: Book Three) Author: A.M. Arthur Publisher: Samhain Publishing Pages/Word Count: 253 Pages At a Glance: A.M. Arthur delivers another punch to the heart with this one, and I cannot wait for the next book in the series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Love can slip through the smallest... Continue Reading →
Title: Bondage Rescue (Kiss of Leather: Book Three) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 156 Pages At a Glance: Third book in a series that tackles tough issues with great characters. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Kyle’s best friend Marshall resurfaces and he’s in a lot of trouble. Can the men at Kiss of... Continue Reading →
Title: Despite the Odds (Odds Are: Book One) Author: Chris T. Kat Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 3 hours and 20 minutes At a Glance: Not only is Despite the Odds perfection, it is a short story of perfection. ADORE THIS! Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Never judge a book by its cover. Michael... Continue Reading →
Title: Coke’s Clown Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 188 Pages At a Glance: Coke’s Clown was an enjoyable and great read, mainly because Dillon is my favorite character in the Roughstock series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: How does Dillon take care of Coke when Coke’s destroying himself? Bullfighter Coke is having a... Continue Reading →
Title: Guardian Angel Author: Hayden Thorne Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 439 Pages At a Glance: A bit of a change for fans of Hayden Thorne, but oh so worth it! Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: When nineteen-year-old Dominic Coville’s parents die in an accident, leaving him not only alone but on the brink of poverty, he desperately searches... Continue Reading →
Title: Something Like Stories: Something Like..., Book Seven Author: Jay Bell Narrator: Kevin R. Free Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 12 hours and 35 minutes At a Glance: Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: Benjamin Bentley and many other beloved characters from the Something Like...series make their triumphant return in this collection of short stories and bonus material.... Continue Reading →
Title: A Summer of Guiltless Sex Author: Dan Skinner Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 113 Pages At a Glance: While the cute title and cover are enticing, this is a beautifully written story about honesty, friendship and being true to yourself. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Two very different men, from two walks of life find common... Continue Reading →
Title: Eyes Only for Me Author: Andrew Grey Narrator: Tristan James Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 19 minutes At a Glance: Eyes Only for Me is a great story that I highly recommend you listen to. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: For years, Clayton Potter's been friends and workout partners with Ronnie. Though... Continue Reading →
Title: Whither Thou Goest (Finding Home: Book Two) Author: Tinnean Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 256 Pages At a Glance: Whither Thou Goest is fast paced and one wild and fun page turner. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Johnny Smith meets Church Chetwood during the dark days of the Great Depression. He knows Mr. Chetwood can’t be his... Continue Reading →
Title: A Gentleman's Position (Society of Gentlemen: Book Three) Author: K.J. Charles Publisher: Loveswept Pages/Word Count: 247 Pages At a Glance: It is no secret that I enjoy this series by K.J. Charles, but this installment was without a doubt my favorite thus far. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Among his eccentric though strictly principled group... Continue Reading →
Title: The Copper Author: Bonnie Dee Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 176 Pages At a Glance: If you are looking for a lighthearted romance, then you may want to pass on this one, but I would say don’t—you will miss out on a truly great love story. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Jaded lord, stalwart cop, instant... Continue Reading →
Title: Manties in a Twist (The Subs Club: Book Three) Author: J.A. Rock Publisher: Riptide Publishing Pages/Word Count: 325 Pages At a Glance: This book is funny; it’s poignant; it’s deep; it’s lighthearted; the characters are flawed; they are perfect; they are loving; they are human; and the message of the book—that life doesn’t have... Continue Reading →
Title: Until September Author: Chris Scully Publisher: Riptide Publishing Pages/Word Count: 288 Pages At a Glance: Until September just hit all my 5 star buttons! Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: As a teenager, Archie Noblesse clawed his way out of the poverty, heartache, and abuse of the reservation and left his family behind. Desperate to shake... Continue Reading →
Title: The Lightning-Struck Heart Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 19 hours and 48 minutes At a Glance: How do you review perfection? You don’t…you just gush and hope you don’t make a fool of yourself. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Once upon a time, in an alleyway in the slums... Continue Reading →
Title: Finding Love: The Perfect Size for You Author: Lily G. Blunt Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 70 Pages At a Glance: There really isn’t anything I can say as a criticism to this story. It was fun, fast-paced, and surpassed my expectations. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: A male escort takes on an inexperienced client and... Continue Reading →
Title: Beyond the Sea Author: Keira Andrews Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 264 Pages At a Glance: This novel has one clear message: love is love, and for these two characters nothing more need be said. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Two straight guys. One desert island. Even if it means quitting their boy band mid-tour, Troy... Continue Reading →
Titles: Ghosts and House Hunt (The Power of Zero: Books Two and Three) Author: Jackie Keswick Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 112 and 300 Pages At a Glance: This is an intriguing series and I highly recommend all three books. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Ghosts — Jack Horwood doesn’t do families. Or Christmas. From the... Continue Reading →
Title: Job Hunt (The Power of Zero: Book One) Author: Jackie Keswick Narrator: Fox Ballard Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 38 minutes At a Glance: I highly recommend Job Hunt if you want an excellent double thriller with a budding romance entwined. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: You don't greet your new boss... Continue Reading →
Title: Finley (Sunset Cove: Book One) Author: Ella Frank Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 360 Pages At a Glance: Finley was fun. Sooo romantic and lovely, but without being overdone. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: It's time to come home, Finn. It’s been seven years since Daniel Finley left his hometown in Florida for the hustle and... Continue Reading →
Title: Inversion Point (Chaos Station: Book Four) Author: Jenn Burke and Kelly Jensen Publisher: Carina Press Pages/Word Count: 216 Pages At a Glance: The best book in the Chaos Station series yet! Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Zander and Felix's relationship has been to the brink and back: the Human-Stin War, imprisonment and an actual death/resurrection. Zander's death,... Continue Reading →
Title: Ink and Shadows Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: DSP Publications Run Time: 11 hours and 8 minutes At a Glance: I definitely want more! Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Kismet Andreas lives in fear of the shadows. For the young tattoo artist, the shadows hold more than darkness. He is certain of his... Continue Reading →
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