Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Love in the Clouds Author: Sarah Hadley Brook Publisher: JMS Books Length: 178 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sarah Hadley Brook almost had me, but I’m not gonna lie, I was disappointed in this one. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Rafael Patino has a great life in Rain Valley. He’s a teacher at the... Continue Reading →
Title: Nightfall Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 234 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: This is a beautiful love story. I urge you to crack open this intensely thrilling novel and discover for yourself just what happens when the lights go out. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Joe Chase and Ned Bowden are damaged... Continue Reading →
Title: Challenge Me Series: Me: Book Four Author: Kris Jacen Publisher: MLR Press Length: 124 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: In the Author’s Note, readers get a feel for how passionate Kris Jacen is about the series. I’m definitely excited about the way this novel ended and am looking forward to the next story... Continue Reading →
Title: Set Ablaze Author: KC Burn Narrator: Darcy Stark Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 48 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Darcy Stark keeps the listener on track even while the story meanders and sidetracks into directions that pay off only in very small ways. Buy this audiobook for the romance and... Continue Reading →
Title: The Wilderness Series: Lavender Shores: Book Eight Author: Rosalind Abel Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 298 Pages Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: The Wilderness is different from the other seven books in the series, and took some time for me to get into, but I would venture to say fans of this series will... Continue Reading →
Title: Band Sinister Author: KJ Charles Publisher: Self-Published Length: 224 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Band Sinister is a delightful novel to lose oneself in. KJ Charles fulfills every expectation for her most faithful readers as well as any reader who might be new to her work but are the most ardent devotees of... Continue Reading →
Title: Death Checks In Series: A Detective Heath Barrington Mystery: Book Three Author: David S. Pederson Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 242 Pages Category: Historical, Mystery At a Glance: Though some may find the pacing slow, I think it fits with the era. David Pederson does a great job with this classic murder mystery set... Continue Reading →
Title: Midnight Chat Author: Jo Ramsey Publisher: Harmony Ink Press Length: 180 Pages Category: Teen Fiction, Contemporary At a Glance: While there are some aspects of this story that could have been better conveyed, if seventeen-year-old-me had read it, I think that it would have been a good insight into others dealing with a friend... Continue Reading →
Title: A Springful of Winters Author: Dawn Sister Publisher: Beaten Track Publishing Length: 120 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I adored this amazing, heartwarming, gentle and poignant romance. The writing was outstanding, and Kit and Stephen touched my heart in all the best ways. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Kit is a bit socially awkward.... Continue Reading →
Title: A Dom and His Warrior Series: Club Whisper: Book Three Author: Xenia Melzer Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: If you're looking for a fluffy read to pass the time, this could do the trick. But if you're looking for a book with a bit of depth, or... Continue Reading →
Title: Saddle Up Series: Clean Slate Ranch: Book Three Author: A.M. Arthur Publisher: Carina Press Length: 336 Pages Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: Saddle Up is a roller coaster ride of emotions to the very end. I think author A.M. Arthur produced a real winner and the best book in the series by far.... Continue Reading →
Title: Cowboy in the Crosshairs Series: Dreamspun Desires Author: BA Tortuga Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 23 minutes Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: Some good, quick fun that is a very easy listen, in very capable hands, and from an author of many western romances. Bane doesn’t just... Continue Reading →
Title: Craft Brew Series: Trouble Brewing: Book Two Author: Layla Reyne Publisher: Carina Press Length: 304 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I loved this book even more than the first, and am now even more excited for the next one! Definitely hop on this series if you haven’t already! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Witchmark Series: The Kingston Cycle: Book One Author: C.L. Polk Publisher: Tor Books Length: 320 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Witchmark is a crunchy sweet paranormal fantasy steampunk lover's brain candy. I recommend treating yourself to it. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: In an original world reminiscent of Edwardian England in the shadow of... Continue Reading →
Title: Second Chance Ranch Series: Montana: Book Five Author: RJ Scott Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 201 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Montana series is just one of many entertaining RJ Scott offerings. It has mystery, danger, drama, heartbreak, humor, along with many wonderful characters who have become loving couples. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Traded Out Author: Samantha Wayland Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 75 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Well worth checking out! Jamie and Olle are fabulous together, and their story made for a fun, sexy, quick read! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Olle Svensson came to Canada to play hockey, but now he’s wondering if twenty-five... Continue Reading →
Title: Threepeat Series: Secrets: Book Three Authors: KC Wells and Parker Williams Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 340 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: I liked this book, overall. It was a great read, and it’s a solid addition to the series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Can two Doms open their hearts again for a... Continue Reading →
Title: Mammoth! Series: Repeating History: Book Three Author: Dakota Chase Publisher: Harmony Ink Press Length: 180 Pages Category: Historical, Teen Fiction, Time Travel At a Glance: Although some parts of the story fell flat, the author has again done a wonderful job on portraying the time-period. Reviewed By: Kel Blurb: To replace another of the... Continue Reading →
Title: Professor Adorkable Series: Domesticated Inc.: Book One Author: Edie Danford Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 302 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Cute title, cute cover, cute book. You should definitely check it out! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: What happens when a star-gazing professor falls for his hot young housekeeper? One heck of an earthy... Continue Reading →
Title: The Academy Author: Quinn Anderson Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 366 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: The Academy was a bit muddled and slightly overworked, but I enjoyed getting to know the various characters, and the author managed to pull it off in the end. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: True love stabs... Continue Reading →
Title: A Sinner Without a Saint Series: The Penningtons: Book Four Author: Bliss Bennet Publisher: Self-Published Length: 298 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: Bliss Bennet’s prose is engaging and indicative of the time, and while the story gets off to a bit of a slow start, in the end I enjoyed the romantic... Continue Reading →
Title: Looking In Author: Michael Bailey Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 237 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Looking In takes you on a journey of healing and love by gently wrapping its sweet story around your heart. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: David Barrows world fell apart at the age of eleven after his mother died.... Continue Reading →
Title: Be Still My Heart Series: Four Kings Security: Book Two Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 306 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Charlie Cochet delivers another sugary and charming romance sprinkled with hot sex, wonderfully engaging friendships and found family bonds. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: When the cards are stacked against you,... Continue Reading →
Title: Sadistic Sherlock Series: Ward Security: Book Four Authors: Jocelynn Drake and Rinda Elliott Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 219 Pages Category: Contemporary, Action/Suspense At a Glance: Get ready for some word building as well as cryptic messages, car crashes, suspense, a murdering psychopath, fight scenes, humor, two men that burn up the pages, and an... Continue Reading →
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