Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Whiskey Business (States of Love) Author: Avon Gale Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 104 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I hope we see much more of this town and this couple—it would really be a treat! Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Ryder Waites will do anything to keep the tiny town of Gallows Grove, Kentucky,... Continue Reading →
Title: In Enemy Hands Author: M.A. Church Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 214 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: A fascinating new world from M.A. Church. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Two very different civilizations—one bathed in bright sunlight, and the other veiled in shadow. Bad decisions, declining resources, and a king on the brink of madness force Prince... Continue Reading →
Title: Model Bodyguard (Haven Investigations: Book Two) Author: Lissa Kasey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 270 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Lissa Kasey created more than a cliffhanger in Model Bodyguard. This book is gripping, action packed, and is a definite heartbreaker. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Things are going well for androgynous model Ollie Petroskovic,... Continue Reading →
Title: His Needs Author: Kris T. Bethke Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 113 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: A short, sweet, and sexy romantic holiday hurt/comfort read. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: When State Trooper Travis Kinslow is injured right before Thanksgiving, the only positive is that for once he won’t be working during... Continue Reading →
Title: The Christmas Wager Author: Jamie Fessenden Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 149 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, Historical At a Glance: All in all, The Christmas Wager is a sweet Christmas tale that many will enjoy year after year—worthy of a reread despite a few fantastical moments. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: To discharge a debt to... Continue Reading →
Title: Chose Pride (L’Ange: Book Three) Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 240 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: Fans of this unique take on shifters will undoubtedly enjoy this story as much as I did. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Jon Slade finally met his mate, but instead of it being the happiest... Continue Reading →
Title: Acting Up Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Although not my favorite by this author, I did enjoy this lighthearted comical romance. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: It’s not easy breaking into show biz. Especially when you aren’t exactly loaded with talent. But Malcolm Fox won’t let... Continue Reading →
Title: Family Obligations Authors: Vivien Dean and Rick R. Reed Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 43 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I absolutely loved this book. Reviewed By: Lynn Blurb: Tate D’Angelo always thought he knew who his father was: beloved doctor, devoted husband and father…. Everyone at the funeral shared the same glowing stories... Continue Reading →
Title: Five Minutes Longer Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 219 Pages Category: Paranormal, Sci-Fi At a Glance: I really enjoyed reading this new sci-fi/paranormal story, and hope it is the start of a new series because I came to adore a lot of the secondary characters and have soooooo many questions! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Disarming Donner (North Pole City Tales: Book Five Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 68 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, Fantasy At a Glance: Disarming Donner is heavy on charm and light on drama, which is exactly what I look for in a book from this delightful series. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: As a... Continue Reading →
Title: Cursed Miracles (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Meg Harding Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 48 Pages Category: Holiday, Urban Fantasy At a Glance: I totally enjoyed this story. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Two hundred years ago on Christmas Eve, William Mashinter was frozen in time, cursed by his wife to roam the world on... Continue Reading →
Title: Mele Kalikimaka (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: B.G. Thomas and Noah Willoughby Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 95 Pages Category: Holiday Romance At a Glance: I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I definitely recommend it as a happy holiday treat. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Being rich has its advantages, but it is also rife... Continue Reading →
Title: Simple After All (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Yolande Kleinn Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 49 Pages Category: Holiday, Contemporary At a Glance: Another winner from the Dreamspinner Advent. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Noah Fiore, contracts attorney and dedicated curmudgeon, spends every Christmas with his family on the shore of Lake Superior. It’s practically... Continue Reading →
Title: Wolfsong Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 40 minutes Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: I hope there are many more installments that will feature other characters from this stunning novel, as well as give us an update on Joe and Ox. This story will stay... Continue Reading →
Title: Catch and Release (The Release Series: Book Three Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 230 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’ve read many books by BA Tortuga, and I have to say that Catch and Release is different in a good way. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Dakota Landry just got out of... Continue Reading →
Title: Striking Sparks Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 214 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Striking Sparks is a well executed enemies-to-lovers tale. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: The stakes are high and the heat is on. Beau Walker, owner of the Barbecue Shack, needs the help of Jake Parnell, his one-time rival... Continue Reading →
Title: Of Mooning Santas and Penis Lights (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Thianna Durston Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 39 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, Contemporary, Humor At a Glance: If you have an hour to kill, and your goal is to read a fun Christmas story that is going to make you smile—not to mention... Continue Reading →
Title: Prince of the Playhouse (Love in Laguna: Book Three) Author: Tara Lain Narrator: K.C. Kelly Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 41 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: K.C. Kelly’s narration is top notch, and made this story better. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Driven by his desire to become a successful fashion... Continue Reading →
Title: Drawn Author: Elle Brownlee Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: A fascinating, beautifully written romance with an interesting mystery and paranormal twist. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Sebastian (Sen) Holt is an artist currently in New Orleans. He’s always been a wanderer, believing in fate and following signs to... Continue Reading →
Title: Bite Night (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Clare London Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 25 Pages Category: Holiday Romance, Paranormal At a Glance: Clare London has written a fun romp of a story that left me smiling well after the last page. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Creatures of the Night and Santa’s Christmas duties... Continue Reading →
Title: Guardian Angels (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Geneva Vand Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 36 Pages Category: Holiday, Contemporary At a Glance: So many hearty eyes for this adorable holiday short! Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: One snowy evening, a car wreck in front of his toy store triggers terrible memories for Jake. Suddenly, he... Continue Reading →
Title: Plaid versus Paisley (Fabric Hearts Series) Author: KC Burn Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 216 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Though some of the primary themes weren't my favorite, this was still an enjoyable read. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Two years after his life fell apart, Will Dawson moved to Florida to start over.... Continue Reading →
Title: Teddy Bears (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Brandon Witt Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 47 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: This story is all about the feels and I highly recommend it. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Other than working the front desk of a gay bathhouse in Denver, Brian McKay is... Continue Reading →
Title: The Orpheum Miracle (Bah Humbug: Advent Calendar 2016) Author: Pat Henshaw Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 25 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: At fewer than thirty pages, this story tried its best to pack an emotional punch and yet, there just needed to be a bit more detail for it to really... Continue Reading →
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