Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Thorns and Fangs Author: Gillian St. Kevern Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 353 Pages Category: Paranormal, Menage At a Glance: This is a long book, so if I had any warnings at all, it would be to carve out a good chunk of time and commitment to read this one. But if you do, you... Continue Reading →
Title: Balefire Series: Whyborne & Griffin: Book Ten Author: Jordan L. Hawk Publisher: Self-Published Length: 306 Pages Category: Historical, Fantasy, Paranormal At a Glance: It’s a rare talent that can craft a series of this magnitude and keep readers so captivated. I will be on pins and needles with the rest of the W&G fans,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Little Things Author: Jay Northcote Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Overall, the book is really good, and even though it deals with loss, it isn’t totally dark. It has many light and hopeful moments as well as teary ones. It keeps a good balance between light and... Continue Reading →
Title: The Sinner and the Saint Series: Ellery Mountain: Book Eight Author: RJ Scott Publisher: Love Lane Books Length: 148 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Sinner and the Saint is another entertaining story in the Ellery Mountain series. It’s always fun to be reunited with the previous couples throughout this series, and to... Continue Reading →
Title: Knitting a Broken Heart Back Together Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (2nd Edition) Length: 111 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: All in all, I’m glad I picked this one up. If you’re looking for an extra sweet romance, this one is worth the read. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: When a Christmas... Continue Reading →
Title: Slow Heat Series: Heat of Love: Book One Author: Leta Blake Narrator: Michael Ferraiuolo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 14 hours and 7 minutes Category: Fantasy, Omegaverse, Mpreg At a Glance: Given the lengthy text, I felt Michael Ferraiuolo did a solid job bringing this novel, Slow Heat, to life. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Professor... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wealth of Unsaid Words Author: R. Cooper Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 112 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: So, it’s not December. Who cares? It’s never the wrong time to read a beautiful love story. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Alex has always known his bipolar disorder made him too flawed for his... Continue Reading →
Title: Trust Author: Shawn Lane Publisher: JMS Books Length: 85 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I had to suspend disbelief, but I found Trust to be a cute and quick second chance romance, with a bit of mystery and quite a few hot moments that I rather enjoyed. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Brad Callahan... Continue Reading →
Title: Wireless Author: L.A. Witt Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 215 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: It makes sense that the MCs are shells of real people, which kept the MCs from being truly engaging on their own, but the conflict, storyline and world-building were great, and, overall, it was an enjoyable read. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Closets Are for Clothes Author: Addison Albright Publisher: JMS Books (Expanded 2nd Edition) Length: 136 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I really enjoyed this coming out story that takes some interesting turns. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Mike’s life is carefully compartmentalized. He’s deep in the closet to his family back in Kansas, but... Continue Reading →
Title: The Beginning Series: Sirius Wolves: Book Six Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Self-Published Length: 175 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters, Mpreg At a Glance: Even better than the previous book, this one pushes the stakes higher and many lives are at risk. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The Winter Circle is on the rise and the most... Continue Reading →
Title: His Leading Man Series: Dreamspun Desires: Book 59 Author: Ashlyn Kane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 222 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: His Leading Man is truly one of those books that is just about perfect for anyone wanting a delightful read on a sunny summer day. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: He wrote a... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Granite Series: Carlisle Deputies: Book Two Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Fire and Granite is another suspenseful and tension filled installment in the Carlisle Deputies series. The plot has plenty of danger and suspicious characters along with two sweet kids and a... Continue Reading →
Title: Bad Moon Arising Author: CL Mustafic Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 51k Words Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: While I did like some of the concepts and spins on the shifter world and am interested in what happens next, Bad Moon Arising didn’t quite live up to its full potential for me; especially on... Continue Reading →
Title: Anger Is a Gift Author: Mark Oshiro Publisher: Tor Teen Length: 464 Pages Category: Teen Fiction, Literary Fiction At a Glance: This novel is timely, it’s political, it’s socially aware, and it’s an important read. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Moss Jeffries is many things—considerate student, devoted son, loyal friend and affectionate boyfriend, enthusiastic nerd.... Continue Reading →
Title: Kairos Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Michael Fell Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 10 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kairos is more a straightforward romance filled with the Calmes staple of family drama, emotionally oblivious but charming MCs, a touch if danger, and a heartwarming HEA. With Michael Fell’s excellent performance... Continue Reading →
Title: In the Desert Series: States of Love Author: Elliot Joyce Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 106 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: There were a few little things I wish I could have seen, but, overall, I thoroughly enjoyed In the Desert. There was a definite charm to the story. Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Title: Lust for Gold Author: Dale Chase Publisher: JMS Books Length: 62 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Even though this is a story short, the author still gives readers a good feel for Jesse and Abel’s characters, their relationship, their tragedies and the hopes for a better future. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: In 1849,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Dilemma Series: Sirius Wolves: Book Five Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Self-Published Length: 220 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: I absolutely loved this story and once again, Victoria Sue threw in a twist and a villain in places I was not expecting them. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Marcus has just become the only human... Continue Reading →
Title: Discovery Series: Kinky in the City: Book Three Author: Quinn Ward Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 179 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I tend to run far, far away when I read in a blurb that a book features Daddy kink. For some reason, though, I decided to give this a try. And I... Continue Reading →
Title: Finn Series: Endangered Fae: Book One Author: Angel Martinez Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 181 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: The story is solid plot-wise and never lagging when it comes to action or pacing. As always, Martinez proves what an excellent storyteller she is by weaving just enough fantasy together with a dash... Continue Reading →
Title: The Psychic and the Sleuth Authors: Summer Devon and Bonnie Dee Publisher: Self-Published Length: 234 Pages Category: Historical, Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Everything comes together nicely in the end of The Psychic and the Sleuth, making for an entertaining summer vacation read. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Psychic and skeptic—how could their love affair... Continue Reading →
Title: Murder, Romance, and Two Shootings Author: Todd Allen Smith Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 304 Pages Category: Contemporary, Literary Fiction At a Glance: I thought the structure of this novel may have been a little bit better if it had been set up like a diary, but I have to give Todd Allen Smith a... Continue Reading →
Title: Leaning Into Forever Series: Leaning Into: Book Seven Author: Lane Hayes Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 261 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I am a huge fan of Lane Hayes and her deft use of quick wit and turn of phrase. Her books always flow well, and they are a treat to read. Yes,... Continue Reading →
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