Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Careened: Winter Solstice in Madierus (Baal’s Heart 3.5) Author: Bey Deckard Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 43 Pages At a Glance: I loved this savory and sweet little morsel. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: A Baal's Heart short, following the events in Fated: Blood and Redemption Plagued by terrible dreams, Jon begins to distance himself from... Continue Reading →
Title: Careened: Winter Solstice in Madierus (Baal’s Heart 3.5) Author: Bey Deckard Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 43 Pages At a Glance: I loved this savory and sweet little morsel. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: A Baal's Heart short, following the events in Fated: Blood and Redemption Plagued by terrible dreams, Jon begins to distance himself from... Continue Reading →
Title: Grateful for You Author: J.D. Walker Publisher: JMS Books LLC Pages/Word Count: 33 Pages At a Glance: If you enjoy those feel good kinda short stories, then this one is for you. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Jared Gillespie left the family farm five years ago because Walt Schneider cheated on him. With a woman.... 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: On Bryson Author: DJ Manly Publisher: Amber Allure Pages/Word Count: 39k Words At a Glance: On Bryson makes for a fast paced, action packed, murders and secrets crime story. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: A few years ago, Soren became involved with the wrong man, and all he wanted to do was get away from... Continue Reading →
Title: It’s a Wonderful Afterlife Author: John Amory Publisher: JMS Books LLC Pages/Word Count: 25 Pages At a Glance: It’s a Wonderful Afterlife is a short, sweet and to the point story with a magical twist that, brief though it is, packs an emotional punch. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Workaholic Logan rests only one day... Continue Reading →
Title: Twofer Author: Daisy Harris Publisher: Samhain Publishing Pages/Word Count: 176 Pages At a Glance: Not my favorite book by this author, but an interesting take on two guys who want to play the same role. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Bottoms up! If a college freshman can’t get laid in sun-drenched Miami, he’s doing something... 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: The Greatest Gift (The Memories Series: Book 3) Author: Felice Stevens Publisher: Self-Published Page/Word Count: 86 Pages At a Glance: You’ll smile through the tears as you watch this family grow into everything you hoped they would become. Reviewed By: Karen Blurb: After five years, Alex Stern and Rafe Hazelton have what seems to... Continue Reading →
Title: Safe Limits (Kiss of Leather: Book Two) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 171 Pages At a Glance: Strong follow-up to the first Kiss of Leather book. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The men from Kiss of Leather gather together to rescue a terrified young sub. But it’s Master Derek who wants to keep him... 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: Saved by the Shifter Author: Ceci Thornton Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 212 Pages At a Glance: In spite of some niggles here and there, the action sequences in Saved by the Shifter made for some suspenseful reading. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Nate Palmer is desperate enough to try anything to find his missing niece...... Continue Reading →
Title: What Happens at Christmas Author: Jay Northcote Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 113 Pages At a Glance: Jay Northcote has another holiday winner here. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: When two friends pose as boyfriends, could what happens at Christmas turn into something more? Justin is recently and unhappily single. Christmas is coming, and he doesn’t want... 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: Reaping Havoc Author: AJ Rose Publisher: The Grim Writer Press Pages/Word Count: 282 Pages At a Glance: The concept of this story is amazing. I loved the author's take on the grim reaper mythology. Reviewed By: Lynn Blurb: No one asked Mitch Seeker if he wanted to be a grim reaper. He didn’t sign... 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: Blind Ride (Roughstock: Vol. One) Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 234 Pages At a Glance: Blind Ride is a story about the love and caring of family, good friends, and the love between two special men. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Jason Scott has everything a bull rider wants—success, money and traveling partner... Continue Reading →
Title: Nice and Snow (With a Kick: Book Six) Author: Clare London Publisher: Jocular Press Pages/Word Count: 43 Pages At a Glance: Nuri and Eddy are still just that lovable. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Nuri’s expecting a quiet Christmas, driving his cab, doing some studying, enjoying good food and drink – and devoting some serious... 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: His Very Own Vampire Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Amber Allure Pages/Word Count: 60 Pages At a Glance: This story had so much promise, but just didn’t deliver. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Vampire Truelock’s job for the last several hundred years has been protecting the President of Archer Industries, a family-run company that has done... 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 →
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