Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Again Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 3 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: Again is another example of why Mary Calmes is the master of the novella, but for me it was Nick Russo’s narration that made the whole thing. Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Title: How to Be a Movie Star Series: How to Be: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 12 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: While I wasn’t one hundred percent on board with a couple of Lesley's creative choices, for the most part he... Continue Reading →
Title: Model Bodyguard Series: Haven Investigations: Book Two Author: Lissa Kasey Narrator: Brian Hutchison Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 47 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I enjoyed Brian Hutchison’s narration, particularly since I wasn’t much of a fan of the first book’s narrator, who was good as Ollie but had... Continue Reading →
Title: A Tender Curiosity Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 90 Pages Category: Historical, Paranormal, Anthology At a Glance: A Tender Curiosity is, overall, a cute collection of short stories connected by being set in the 1920s and ‘30s. I appreciated the use of time appropriate dialogue and slang, and although it does make... Continue Reading →
Title: Ravensong Series: Green Creek: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 20 hours and 18 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Kirt Graves is like a comforting cuppa mixed with a warm blanket on a rainy afternoon. He builds tension with his pacing, he creates atmosphere with the... Continue Reading →
Title: P.S. I Spook You Author: S.E. Harmon Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 35 minutes Category: Paranormal At a Glance: P.S. I Spook You is an enjoyable listen and if it is the first in a series, the slower pace to Rain’s coming to terms with his new... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 27 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: At turns uproarious, comical, heartbreaking, tear inducing, deeply emotional and satisfying by the end, this book is not to be missed. The... Continue Reading →
Title: Colina de Lavanda Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: August Li Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 50 Pages Category: Historical, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Colina de Lavanda was a bit muddled for me, and seemed to need a lot more page time to unravel the love story that suddenly blossomed in the final... Continue Reading →
Title: Tutus and Tinsel Series: Half Moon Bay Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 79 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: If anyone doubted that Rhys Ford could write Christmas fluff, I think those doubts can be put to rest. Tutus and Tinsel is Christmas fluff, but done the Rhys Ford way. Well…minus... Continue Reading →
Title: No Tears for Darcy Author: Vicki Reese Narrator: Brock Hatton Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 28 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Brock Hatton does what he can with this plot, and believably conveys a former FBI agent being fully bamboozled by the friends and townies he calls close friends.... Continue Reading →
Title: An Everyday Hero Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: E.J. Russell Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 54 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: As a holiday offering An Everyday Hero has all the right elements to satisfy any romantic. This story was a win for me. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: When Adam... Continue Reading →
Title: Exit Through the Gift Shop Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: Kim Fielding Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 34 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Sit back and enjoy a bona fide magical love story between two sweet guys. This one is sure to satisfy the romantic in all of us. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Holidays Are Where Your Heart Is Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: Bru Baker Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 42 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: This uplifting story left me with a smile on my face and the knowledge that the holidays are truly where your heart is, and I definitely... Continue Reading →
Title: Purrfect Holiday Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: Jana Denardo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 46 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: I thoroughly enjoyed this sweet Christmas romance from Jana Denardo. Was it earth-shattering? No. But sometimes a book or short story doesn’t have to be earth-shattering to be good, or... Continue Reading →
Title: Sin and Tonic Series: Sinners Series: Book Six Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Tristan James Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 51 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This is a great farewell from the voice who has carried us through the entire series. It’s a great ride from the very first... Continue Reading →
Title: The Strength of His Heart Series: Enhanced World: Book Four Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 214 Pages Category: Paranormal, Sci-Fi At a Glance: The romance in The Strength of His Heart was just a bit of a mess for me. This is still a strong series, though, with fascinating characters, and I... Continue Reading →
Title: Death to Christmas Sweaters Series: Warmest Wishes: Advent Calendar 2018 Author: LE Franks Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 56 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Chess and Benjamin have a well-written chemistry, and their HEA is both real and totally believable. I enjoyed this story, it made me smile. Totally recommended! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Mascara & Bandages Series: Mary's Boys: Book Three Author: Brandon Witt Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 121 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Between Witt’s skill and the inherent charm in the story, I liked the book and recommend it. The rating is more a reflection on my personal nitpicks and not so much the... Continue Reading →
Title: Femme Faux Fatale Series: Dreamspun Desires Author: Susan Laine Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 240 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: All I can say is that this was a fun and enjoyable read! Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Mystery. Murder. Men in silk stockings. Hollywood nights are heating up. Hardboiled Los Angeles PI Cain... Continue Reading →
Title: That Turtle Story Series: Warmest Wishes: 2018 Advent Calendar Author: C.S. Poe Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 41 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: That Turtle Story is delivered in the fun style I’ve come to expect from this author, replete with witty banter, quirky characters (Nor’s co-worker, Gus, was also hilarious), and... Continue Reading →
Title: Strays Author: A.J. Thomas Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 210 Pages Category: Paranormal/Fantasy At a Glance: I actually started enjoying the story at about 30%, but sadly, that didn't last very long. I can't recommend the book since I didn't enjoy it, but I'm sure it'll be a good match for some readers. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Quenched in Blood Series: Asheville Arcana: Book Three House Line: Dreamspun Beyond Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 228 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: Pretty much all of the things I love to read combined into one enjoyable series. From the first book to this last book, the balance of paranormal, romance,... Continue Reading →
Title: Before You Break Series: Secrets: Book One Authors: K.C. Wells and Parker Williams Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 13 hours and 21 minutes Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: There are a lot of emotional moments and angst that Joel Leslie’s narration really bring home. With his trademark skill and ability... Continue Reading →
Title: Blood Red Roulette Author: Jana Denardo Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 350 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: Even though I got lost a few times in some places, this was still a fun and gory read. There’s so much going on and it kept me entertained. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Arrigo Giancarlo’s friends think... Continue Reading →
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