Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Only Say the Word Author: Scott D. Pomfret Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 343 Pages At a Glance: I was absolutely blown away by this novel. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Can a man be Catholic and gay and still true to himself and his lover? Colm Flaherty sets out to do it. Rejoining the Church... Continue Reading →
Title: Claiming the Hunter (A Paranormal’s Love: Book Fifteen) Author: Charlie Richards Publisher: eXtasy Books Length: 109 Pages At a Glance: A strong entry in this series, a bit more humorous and touching than some—and there are gargoyle eggs! Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Into the Paranormal World: To everything there is a season, including a... Continue Reading →
Title: Chevalier Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 118 Pages At a Glance: Are you a Mary Calmes fan? This book will be right up your alley. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Sequel to Romanus Fireman Mason James thought finding out he is a Romanus—a rare class of gargoyle—would be the surprise of a lifetime,... Continue Reading →
Title: Lime and Tangerine Author: Kevin Caucher Publisher: Wayward Ink Publishing Length: 59 Pages At a Glance: The story has an interesting premise, but ultimately fell short for me. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The post-apocalyptic world has changed. Colors have changed. The skies are now red, and the seas fandango pink. There are those who’ve acquired skills... Continue Reading →
Title: At Piper’s Point Author: Ethan Day Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Wilde City Press Run Time: 9 hours and 46 minutes At a Glance: Ethan continues to be one of my favorite authors. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Ten years and many boyfriends later, Cassidy Winters finally returns to the ancestral home of his late grandmother,... Continue Reading →
Title: A Different Dance Author: Nash Summers Publisher: Self-Published Length: 8700 Words At a Glance: I loved the idea of this story—and I’m a big ol’ Nash Summers fangirl—but in the end, or, actually, in the middle, I sure didn’t love it like I wanted to. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Casey has always dreamed of... Continue Reading →
Title: The Cattle Baron’s Bogus Boyfriend Author: Nicki Bennet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Pages/Word Count: 216 Pages At a Glance: This is another deliciously sweet treat from the Dreamspun Desires line that hits just the right trope buttons. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: It might be a sham to his boss, but it's all too real... Continue Reading →
Title: Earthshatter (Haven Prime: Book One) Author: Albert Nothlit Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 530 Pages At a Glance: Eight people wake up to a post-apocalyptic nightmare in this fantastic science fiction story. Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: The world is gone. All that’s left are the monsters. The creatures attacked Haven VII with no warning. An... Continue Reading →
Title: Mulligans (2nd Edition) Author: Charlie David Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages At a Glance: Set against an idyllic summer backdrop, two men come out, threatening to tear a family apart at the seams. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Chase never had many friends, but at college, he meets and forms close ties with straight... Continue Reading →
Title: Pulling Leather (Pickup Men: Book Three) Author: L.C. Chase Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours At a Glance: For me, this is a 5 Stars worthy performance! Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: The toughest ride of his life is all in his head. Bull rider Scott Gillard has a reputation for... Continue Reading →
Title: Shutdown Pair Author: V.L. Locey Publisher: Ellora’s Cave Length: 93 Pages (Kindle) At a Glance: Shutdown Pair was my first book by V.L. Locey, and though this one didn’t turn out to be my favorite, I can definitely see her appeal. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Slinging burgers in Minnesota in the dead of winter... Continue Reading →
Title: Kestrel’s Talon (The Stonewatchers: Book One) Author: Bey Deckard Publisher: Self-Published Length: 426 Pages (Kindle) At a Glance: Every single thing in this book won me over, especially its characters. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Following the Prentish/Nemarri war, Kes is rejected by his homeland under the guise of religious purity laws. Though he's spared... Continue Reading →
Title: Loud and Clear Author: Aidan Wayne Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 93 Pages At a Glance: Honestly, Loud and Clear was just a lovely, lovely way to spend a couple of hours. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Jaxon is getting by fine, severe dyslexia or not. Being a cab driver means he doesn’t need to read... Continue Reading →
Title: Strong Medicine Author: J.K. Hogan Publisher: Wilde City Press Length: 289 Pages At a Glance: I can tell you that Strong Medicine is a dark, happy and sensual story to read. And it’s a story you won’t want to miss. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: Two men who meet in a psychiatric institution couldn’t possibly... Continue Reading →
Title: Duke in Hiding Author: M.J. OShea Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 204 Pages At a Glance: This Dreamspun Desires story is one of my favorites. The book has a slow but steady build to it, an opposites attract story. and a HEA. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Every gentleman has something to hide. Meeting Heath... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Snow (Carlisle Cops: Book Four) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages At a Glance: I think Fire and Snow is my favorite book so far in the Carlisle Cop series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Fisher Moreland has been cast out of his family because they can no longer deal... Continue Reading →
Title: Five Times My Best Friend Kissed Me Author: Anna Martin Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages At a Glance: Final recommendation? I’d say go grab it! Overall, it’s a sweet story that I think most people are going to really enjoy. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: and One Time I Kissed Him First When you... Continue Reading →
Title: Sand-Man’s Family (Wild and Precious: Book Three) Author: CJane Elliott Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 125 Pages At a Glance: This was a quick and enjoyable read for me, and I definitely recommend it as a nice addition to this series. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: When Sandy Nixon’s conservative Catholic parents discover he’s had sex... Continue Reading →
Title: The Demon Seal (The Devil's Guardian: Book One) Authors: Lena Seidel and Simone Singer Publisher: MLR Press Length: 114 Pages At a Glance: The Demon Seal is a good effort that needed some serious editing, and more story with less sex. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: The alluring demon Seere offers Morten a contract as irresistible... Continue Reading →
Title: Attachment Strings, Sacrifices and Swordplay: The Jeff Woods Mysteries Bundle Author: Chris T. Kat Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 609 Pages At a Glance: An interesting mystery series, but I had some issues with the main characters. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: Don't miss the Jeff Woods Mysteries from best-selling author Chris T. Kat! In Attachment... Continue Reading →
Title: Perfect Strangers Author: Edward Kendrick Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 111 Pages At a Glance: Even though this was a short story, it was well written, easy to follow and emotional. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Opposites attract—but is that attraction enough to bring two strangers together? Raphael Koenig is an assassin working for a covert... Continue Reading →
Title: Dreamers’ Destiny Author: Tempeste O’Riley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 200 Pages At a Glance: Not what I was expecting but an overall cute read. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Liam Grady is the owner of the Feathered Quill, a quirky little bookstore in Asheville, and—though he doesn’t realize it yet—a dream walker. His last... Continue Reading →
Title: How to Wish Upon a Star (Howl at the Moon: Book Three) Author: Eli Easton Publisher: Self-Published Length: 228 Pages At a Glance: These stories will leave you panting for more! I know, bad joke, but I couldn’t resist! I love this series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Dr. Jason Kunik is working on the... Continue Reading →
Title: The Infected Holiday Special Author: Andrea Speed Publisher: DSP Publications Pages/Word Count: 116 Pages At a Glance: One amazing boatload of Urban Fantasy wrapped around characters who have more personality in their little pixels than should be reasonable or possible. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Peek behind the curtain with Roan McKichan and the various... Continue Reading →
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