Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Model Exposure (Haven Investigations: Book Four) Author: Lissa Kasey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 256 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: What an incredibly clever novelist Lissa Kasey has grown to be over the years. Her storytelling is impeccable, as are the mysteries she weaves and the romance she nurtures in her books. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: To Hell You Ride Author: Julia Talbot Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (2nd Edition) Length: 102 Pages Category: Historical, Western At a Glance: Sir Edward rubbed me the wrong way, but it was hard not to like Big Roy. Julia Talbot really captures the old western setting for Telluride, Colorado, in 1890. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Fall into the Black (A Planet Called Wish: Book Three) Author: Caitlin Ricci Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 145 pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: A wonderful sequel that questions whether or not rules can truly be black or white with no shades in between. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Sometimes there’s a difference between duty and doing... Continue Reading →
Title: Breakfast at Midnight Author: Kim Dias Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 66 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: As good as much of the story was, things started to fall apart a bit at the end. Overall, though, I really enjoyed Breakfast at Midnight. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Hope can be found in unexpected places.... Continue Reading →
Title: Rim Shot Author: Skyler M. Cates Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 216 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Slower in pacing, Rim Shot was not a book that grabbed hold of me immediately and didn’t let go. Rather, it snuck up on me slowly and, little by little, grabbed more of my attention... Continue Reading →
Title: Best New Artist Author: BA Tortuga Narrator: Brian Hutchinson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 3 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Buy this book for the good story of a love that once was, and may be again despite what life does to you. Buy the book because the narration for... Continue Reading →
Title: Dragon's Hoard Author: M.A. Church Publisher: Dreamspinner Press House Line: Dreamspun Beyond Length: 234 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Shifters At a Glance: What worked so well in this novel was the dynamic between Warwick and Avery—both men were caught up in what their inner creature wanted and yet both were reluctant to give it... Continue Reading →
Title: Into This River I Drown Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Matt Baca Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 49 minutes Category: Contemporary, Paranormal, Mystery At a Glance: As amazed as I was by the story, I was equally in awe of the narration. Matt Baca was FANTASTIC. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Five years... Continue Reading →
Title: Manny Get Your Guy Author: Amy Lane Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 6 hours and 16 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: As an avid listener of audiobooks, it really is nice to find a voice in the genre that takes such care with what he is presenting, and makes... Continue Reading →
Title: Deeds & Confetti (Mary's Boys: Book Four) Author: Brandon Witt Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 100 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I looove a good May-December romance, and Deeds & Confetti certainly fits that bill. I’m so glad I picked this one up. I enjoyed reading it and can’t wait to fall more in... Continue Reading →
Title: Family Man Authors: Heidi Cullinan and Marie Sexton Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (Second Edition) Length: 206 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I think my one problem with this novel stems from the fact that by the end, it is not fully clear that Vinnie is bisexual. Given that, Family Man is still a powerful... Continue Reading →
Title: Haunting of Timber Manor (Memoirs of the Human Wraiths: Book One) Author: F.E. Feeley Jr. Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (2nd Edition) Length: 256 pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: An interesting story but one with many POV shifts that left me confused at times. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: While recovering from the recent loss of... Continue Reading →
Title: Tramps and Thieves (Murder and Mayhem: Book Two) Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 210 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Rhys Ford is just amazing with the written word and storytelling. There are quite a few parts in this novel where the writing in just poetic and is very emotional. It's... Continue Reading →
Title: Bonfires Author: Amy Lane Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 34 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: A wonderful palate-cleanser of a romance with immediately likeable characters. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Ten years ago Sheriff's Deputy Aaron George lost his wife and moved to Colton, hoping growing up... Continue Reading →
Title: Off the Beaten Path Author: Cari Z. Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Fantasy, Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: After reading so many reviews of this author’s work, and finally having the opportunity to be a first-time reader myself, I can see what all the praise is about. Off the Beaten Path is... Continue Reading →
Title: Remember When Author: SJD Peterson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 210 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I had my issues with the story but, overall, I enjoyed reading it. 3.5 stars rounded up to 4 because I like reading about the lifetime of a character, which I did here, and I don't find that... Continue Reading →
Title: The Hike Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 206 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Once again, John Inman assures his spot as a topnotch horror writer who uses a deft hand to weave in just enough romance to ease the tension and keep the reader on the edge of their seat. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Finding Mr. Wrong Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 218 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Finding Mr. Wrong is a sweet romance that just fell a bit short of being a cohesive and believable novel. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Matthew Hart is heir to the family fortune and owner of Hart... Continue Reading →
Title: Breaking Bonds (The Walker Boys: Book Two) Author: Ari McKay Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 5 hours and 26 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There are nice surprises in this book, and Dorian Bane narrates the slow burn romance with aplomb. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: From the frying pan... Continue Reading →
Title: Fishy Riot Author: Lindsey Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 236 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Fishy Riot has just the right amount of action, danger, mystery and humor. I almost passed this book over because of the title, but I get it now, and I’m so glad I reconsidered. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Pins and Needles Author: A.J. Thomas Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 300 Pages Categories: Contemporary At a Glance: Though the pacing was slower than in previous books I’ve read by this author, Pins and Needles delivered a wonderfully delicious, slow-burn romance with captivating characters and a well written and obviously well researched plot. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: A Solitary Man Authors: Shira Anthony and Aisling Mancy Narrator: Jim Pelletier Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time:10 hours and 38 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This is a fine book with a complete story and believable resolution and a very satisfying conclusion. The narration is well above average and adds new levels to... Continue Reading →
Title: Coasting (States of Love) Author: Yvonne Trent Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 112 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story was very, very sweet, maybe at times a liiiiiittle too sweet, but if that’s what you’re in the mood for, it’s well written, the guys are lovely, and the locale is fun and vibrant.... Continue Reading →
Title: Fool of Main Beach (Love in Laguna: Book Five) Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 274 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I totally recommend this book and this series from Tara Lain. If you are looking for solid romance with a sprinkling of angst and a heartwarming HEA, then this book and... Continue Reading →
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