Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Against the Grain (Thirds: Book Five) Author: Charlie Cochet Narrator: Mark Westfield Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 58 minutes At a Glance: Awesome on every level. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: As the fiercest Defense Agent at the THIRDS, Destructive Delta’s Ash Keeler is foul-mouthed and foul-tempered. But his hard-lined approach always... Continue Reading →
Title: Nobody’s Son (Sons: Book Three) Author: Shae Connor Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 200 Pages At a Glance: These two guys, along with some new characters and some of our favorites from the previous book, worked together wonderfully. Reviewed By: Karen Blurb: Who wouldn’t want a nice cup of tall, dark, and gorgeous? Shaun... Continue Reading →
Title: Son of Santa (Sleigh Ride: Advent Calendar 2015) Author: Kate Sands Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 53 Pages At a Glance: If you’re looking for something a bit different, give this one a shot. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Noel Nicholas is on a sabbatical from the North Pole realm. Back home he’s known as the Son... Continue Reading →
Title: Winter Ball Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 200 Pages At a Glance: I could do schmoopy Amy Lane every single day. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Through a miserable adolescence and a lonely adulthood, Skipper Keith has dreamed of nothing but family. The closest he gets is the rec league soccer team... Continue Reading →
Title: Nøtteknekkeren (Sleigh Ride: Advent Calendar 2015) Author: Felicitas Ivey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 55 Pages At a Glance: A retelling of The Nutcracker with a gay twist that moves too fast for a short story. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Thijs and his older brother, Rik, are spending Christmas Eve at their uncle Yvo's annual gathering.... Continue Reading →
Title: Like No One Is Watching Author: Jaime Samms Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 154 Pages At a Glance: Like No One Is Watching is an incredibly beautiful tale of love and healing and new beginnings. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Dusty has finally landed a job he thinks he’ll be able to keep long-term, even... Continue Reading →
Title: Moment of Silence (Moments In Time: Book Four) Author: Karen Stivali Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Page/Word Count: 230 Pages At a Glance: As much as I loved Collin and Tanner in the first three books of the series, I think Moment of Silence is my favorite so far. Reviewed By: Karen Blurb: Growing up, Jason... Continue Reading →
Title: The Couple Next Door Author: Rick R. Reed Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 200 Pages At a Glance: The Couple Next door is a tension filled and fact paced psychological thriller. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: With the couple next door, nothing is as it seems. Jeremy Booth leads a simple life, scraping by in... Continue Reading →
Title: The Heart of Frost (North Pole City Tales: Book Two) Author: Charlie Cochet Narrator: Robert Nieman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 3 hours and 4 minutes At a Glance: Charlie Cochet, as usual, has nailed a story, but unfortunately, I can’t say the same for its narrator. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: At the North... Continue Reading →
Title: A Certain Kind of Holiday (Sleigh Ride: Advent Calendar 2015) Author: Andi Van Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 28 Pages At a Glance: This one was cute, guys! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: When Elliot Knapp took a business trip over the holidays last year, he didn’t expect to run into the professor his first... Continue Reading →
Title: Trouble Comes in Threes Author: M.A. Church Narrator: Ronald Ray Strickland Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 26 minutes At a Glance: If you’re thinking about getting Trouble Comes in Threes—and I think you should—buy the book and read it. I would bypass the audio on this one. Reviewed By: Karen Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Beary Best Holiday Party Ever (Sleigh Ride: Advent Calendar 2015) Author: B.G. Thomas Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 76 Pages At a Glance: I think The Beary Best Holiday Party Ever is a cute and sexy holiday read. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Before he discovered the Heartland Bear Clan, Ron Corbin figured no... Continue Reading →
Title: A Home for the Holidays Author: Joe Cosentino Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 60 Pages At a Glance: I recommend A Home for the Holidays to anyone who loves travel adventures, Christmas themes, and m/m romance. Reviewed By: JJ Blurb: Bobby McGrath’s Christmas trip to the beautiful Italian island of Capri to meet his... Continue Reading →
Title: Soul Struck (The Warlock Brothers of Havenbridge: Book Three) Author: Jacob Z. Flores Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Page/Word Count: 224 Pages At a Glance: It really is a toss up which book I like best in this series. Reviewed By: Karen Blurb: Like the electricity he commands, Pierce Blackmoor streaks through life on raw power and... Continue Reading →
Title: Canning the Center Author: Tara Lain Narrator: John-Paul Barrel Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 17 minutes At a glance: Tara Lain’s work shines through an otherwise flat and disappointing narration. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Six foot seven inch, 300 pound Jamal Jones loves football, so when he finds out the ultra-conservative... Continue Reading →
Title: A Serious Thing (Will & Patrick: Book 1.5) Author: Annabelle Jacobs Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 36 Pages At a Glance: Annabelle Jacobs gives readers a sweet and FREE holiday treat. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Patrick has a plan, and he’ll go to great lengths to see it through. After three weeks apart due... Continue Reading →
Title: Loving And Loathing Vegas (Sleigh Ride: Advent Calendar 2015) Author: Lex Chase Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 62 Pages At a Glance: This little snippet is sure to delight and amuse you this holiday season. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Jackson has loved Vegas since God created Man—literally. As a demonic incubi hailing from the Seventh... Continue Reading →
Title: X Marks the Spot Author: M.J. O’Shea Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 200 Pages At a Glance: Send reality packing and just enjoy the ride. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Jack Hunter is always on a quest for lost art, ancient manuscripts, and anything else that’ll romance the millions of viewers who watch his show... Continue Reading →
Title: Caged Sanctuary Author: Tempeste O’Riley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Narrator: Paul Morey Run Time: 6 hours and 26 Minutes At a Glance: Story: This book started out pleasant and enjoyable, but I lost interest after the first date, though I think Paul Morey did an excellent job with this reading. Reviewed By: JJ Blurb: Kaden Thorn,... Continue Reading →
Title: Loving Blitz (North Pole City Tales: Book Four) Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 94 Pages At a Glance: Go forth and enjoy Loving Blitz!!! It’s a Christmas reading list must. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: From North Pole City to Winter Wonderland, preparations are underway after a royal announcement sweeps everyone into... Continue Reading →
Title: Scrudge & Barley, Inc. Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 200 Pages At a Glance: I found this story to be just brilliant. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: A classic tale takes off in sexy new directions! Poor Mr. Dickens must be twirling in his grave. When E.B. Scrudge, putz extraordinaire and all-around... Continue Reading →
Title: Sunset Park (A Five Boroughs Story) Author: Santino Hassell Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 230 Pages At a Glance: Think Sunset Park can't possibly live up to the beauty of Sutphin Boulevard? Think again... Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Raymond Rodriguez's days of shoving responsibility to the wayside are over. His older brother wants to... Continue Reading →
Title: Best Laid Trap (Sleigh Ride: Advent Calendar 2015) Author: Rob Rosen Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 24 Pages At a Glance: Fans of Rob Rosen will immediately latch on to his wickedly humorous writing style and slightly crazed characters. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Roy has a crush on Steve, so when a work-related ski... Continue Reading →
Title: Partnership in Blood Bundle: Volume One Author: Ariel Tachna Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 1285 Pages At a Glance: A massive and interesting take on wizards and vampires. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: Book One: Alliance in Blood. Can a desperate wizard and a bitter, disillusioned vampire find a way to build the partnership that... Continue Reading →
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