Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Rhoades—Undeniable Series: Man Up: Book Two Author: Felice Stevens Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 326 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Even if I never loved these characters, I understood their story and I was able to bring it full circle in my mind. I can still appreciate an author who is able to pull... Continue Reading →
Title: Medley Series: Changing Lanes: Book Two Author: Layla Reyne Publisher: Self-Published Length: 180 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Medley was good but the constant drama, much of which felt over the top or unneeded, kept it from being as good as Relay for me. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Sebastian Stewart was never Mr.... Continue Reading →
Title: Bones and Bourbon Author: Dorian Graves Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 268 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Fantasy At a Glance: This is an action packed, humorous, vicious, gruesome and twisted story that is amazing in its uniqueness. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Half-huldra Retz Gallows is having an awful day. First, he wakes up in the middle... Continue Reading →
Title: Explore with Me Series: With Me: Book Two Author: Kris Jacen Publisher: MLR Press Length: 127 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This book is a wonderful, relaxing read with a great plot and a satisfying development. I’d recommend it highly as a poolside read. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: The Army is the only... Continue Reading →
Title: Rebel Series: Ballsy Boys: Book One Authors: K.M. Neuhold and Nora Phoenix Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 248 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This a casual-to-serious trope that's very nicely done. All in all, the plot was good, though I liked the second book more. I think Tank is my favorite character so far.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Perfect Whore Series: Storm and Lightning: Book One Author: Josephine Myles Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 200 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: In spite of a personal niggle that threw the pacing out the window, there were many things to like about The Perfect Whore. I will be looking for the next installment... Continue Reading →
Title: My Fair Captain Series: Sci-Regency: Book One Author: J.L. Langley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 244 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: In the end, this book didn’t live up to what I know a well executed erotic romance can be. The -verse is functional, but it could have been so much more. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: I Heart Boston Terriers Author: Rick R. Reed Narrator: Tom Askin Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 1 hour and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a quick listen and a fine effort on the narrator’s part, so if you enjoy a good Rick Reed romance, you’ll really enjoy this book too.... Continue Reading →
Title: Unforgivable Series: Accidental Roots: Book Six Author: Elle Keaton Publisher: Self-Published Length: 235 Pages Category: Contemporary, Age Gap, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Elle Keaton really outdid herself with Unforgivable. It’s a well-structured mystery that leads to an unsolved crime, but, most of all, this truly is a superb May/December romance. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: War Paint Series: States of Love: Book 39 Author: Sarah Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 88 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Bottom line? War Paint was a quick, angst-free, fun read, and I adored it! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: There’s an art to love. Mural artist Ben has come from Tel Aviv to... Continue Reading →
Title: Restraint Series: Power Exchange: Book Four Author: AJ Rose Publisher: Self-Published Length: 354 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense, BDSM At a Glance: I definitely recommend Restraint for all those familiar with the Power Exchange series. Rose is an eloquent and descriptive writer and has a way of making her characters real. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Dust Feast Series: Hollow Folk: Book Three Author: Gregory Ashe Publisher: Self-Published Length: 498 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense, Paranormal, Teen Fiction At a Glance: The pivotal climactic scene in this installment of the Hollow Folk series is vividly choreographed, and the newest twist promises to lead to some fruitful storytelling in Ashe's more than... Continue Reading →
Title: Infamous Author: Jenny Holiday Narrator: Michael Fell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 35 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Michael Fell has an amazing voice and did an excellent job with this book. I don't think I need to say anything more about his work, because he truly blew me away... Continue Reading →
Title: A Tiny Piece of Something Greater Author: Jude Sierra Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 264 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Interlude Press continues to put out high quality, outstanding books, and Jude Sierra continues to wow me with her words. This book is going to stay with me for a long time.... Continue Reading →
Title: Ginger Snaps Series: Belladonna Arms: Book Five Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 240 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you are already a fan of this series, run, do not walk to get your copy of Ginger Snaps. It is just a beautiful story. If you have never had the joy... Continue Reading →
Title: The Consumption of Magic Series: Tales From Verania: Book Three Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 18 minutes Category: High Fantasy At a Glance: This book. This narration. This is the book every audiobook buyer hopes to find. It is not buried treasure; it is eighteen-plus... Continue Reading →
Title: Calm Authors: K. Evan Coles and Brigham Vaughn Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 288 Pages Category: Contemporary Reviewed By: Taz At a Glance: After completing Calm, I can say with confidence that this two-book set is well worth the time and emotional toll it takes to read. Blurb: A love worth the wait. When Riley Porter-Wright... Continue Reading →
Title: Omega Shadow Series: Pine Creek Lake Den: Book Three Author: Quinn Michaels Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 256 Pages Category: Mpreg At a Glance: Despite some obvious plot twists, this was a thoroughly enjoyable book that has me wanting more in this series. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: One is accused. One is betrayed. One is... Continue Reading →
Title: King Consort Author: J.R. Gray Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 279 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: King Consort started out nicely enough, but the ending felt rushed and unrealistic, too effortless and convenient. All in all, I wasn't impressed with this story. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Avoiding sleeping with women was my specialty, an... Continue Reading →
Title: Omega Required Author: Dessa Lux Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 464 Pages Category: Mpreg, Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: Omega Required may not have offered any new earth shattering plot surprises, but it had romance and compassion in spades, making it a lovely paranormal novel that many who follow this genre will enjoy. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Object of Desire Author: Dal Maclean Publisher: Blind Eye Books Length: 396 Pages Category: Murder Mystery, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Dal Maclean comes out strong and delivers another outstanding whodunit with her second literary outing. This author excels at writing relationships that don't conform to traditional genre tropes, all wrapped up in a fantastic... Continue Reading →
Title: Like a Gentleman (Expanded 2nd Edition) Series: Love in Portsmouth: Book One Author: Eliot Grayson Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 106 Pages Category: Regency Romance At a Glance: I enjoyed the additional content in Like a Gentleman, and absolutely felt it upped the satisfaction quotient. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: James Rowley, penniless younger brother of... Continue Reading →
Title: Austin Series: Man Up: Book One Author: Felice Stevens Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 46 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This novella sets us up for Rhoades and introduces us to our cast of characters. I’m glad Stevens decided to write this and publish it the way she did. It was a new and... Continue Reading →
Title: No Luck Author: Kayleigh Sky Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 423 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I really adored this story and totally recommend it if you are looking for a book that is humorous without being ridiculous, serious without being too dark, angsty without crossing the line of too much, all wrapped up... Continue Reading →
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