Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Risky Behavior Series: Bad Behavior: Book One Authors: L.A. Witt and Cari Z. Narrator: Michael Ferraiuolo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: I enjoyed this story a lot. And, the end was certainly exciting. Not a cliffhanger exactly, but definitely enough to keep listeners... Continue Reading →
Title: The Ballerino and the Biker Series: The Hedonist: Book One Author: Rebecca James Publisher: Self-Published Length: 186 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Ballerino and the Biker is an interesting story that I enjoyed reading. I can barely wait for the next book in this series. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Most of his... Continue Reading →
Title: Cowboy in the Crosshairs Series: Turquoise, New Mexico: Book One Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 232 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: BA Tortuga has crafted a really good cowboy mystery. The suspense has a gradual build up, and the guilty party wasn’t easy to discover. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Once... Continue Reading →
Title: Soul to Keep Series: Rented Heart: Book Two Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Self-Published Length: 210 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I loved the easy flow of the story and found myself quickly caught up in it. I also loved the little surprises the author threw in, and, as always, am eagerly anticipating the... Continue Reading →
Title: Sweet Nothings Series: Amuse Bouche: Book One Author: T. Neilson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 248 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: For the most part this is an easy read, a lightly paced story with a HFN ending, and I definitely recommend it. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Will a bitter bite from the past... Continue Reading →
Title: Smoke Signals Author: Meredith Katz Publisher: Less Than Three Press Length: 83 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: If this story had bit more page time to develop, I feel it would have been really top notch. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Mike St. George figured that working customer support during the Black Friday... Continue Reading →
Title: Written in Scars Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 68 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There were a few stumbling blocks but they didn’t take away from this story. As always, I am entertained by Mr. Collins’ novellas and look forward to more. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Pain fades but the scars... Continue Reading →
Title: Fox and Birch Series: The Rowan Harbor Cycle: Book Three Author: Sam Burns Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 166 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: A great addition to this fabulous series. I love the mystery/suspense/paranormal with a side of romance plot and can’t wait to see what is in store next! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Hard Line Series: Woodbury Boys: Book Two Author: Sidney Bell Publisher: Carina Press Length: 480 Pages/120k Words Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: Bell writes with such a fluid proficiency and with an attention to detailing multifaceted characters and layered storylines. Each of her books is its own experience, and it's so great to... Continue Reading →
Title: Invitation to the Blues Series: Small Changes: Book Two Author: Roan Parrish Publisher: Self-Published Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Go get this book, people! It’s another beautiful Roan Parrish story that you don’t want to miss. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Eight months ago Jude Lucen fled his partner, his career, and... Continue Reading →
Title: Oskar Blows a Gasket Authors: Claire Davis and Al Stewart Publisher: Beaten Track Publishing Length: 263 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: Oskar Blows a Gasket is a coming of age novel filled with all the pathos and humorous undercurrents of a John Hughes film. Or, all the humor with a healthy... Continue Reading →
Title: Deceiving a Raider Series: The Black Raiders: Book Two Author: Ana Night Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: In this action packed, exciting and tension filled sequel we get up close and personal with this quirky Black Raider team as they come together for a rescue mission. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Dead Silent Series: Cold Case Psychic: Book Three Author: Pandora Pine Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 210 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery At a Glance: Once again I’m disappointed not to have the next book in the series in my hand right now. Watch this space as I share my new obsession with you when it... Continue Reading →
Title: Guardian Series: Aisling Trilogy: Book One Author: Carole Cummings Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 270 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: So many unanswered questions surrounded by a lush story that is action-packed and unrelenting in its pacing made for an exciting first installment. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: As he pursues a man who is... Continue Reading →
Title: Super Creeps! Script/Art Direction: Dale Lazarov Line Art/Color: Bo Revel Publisher: Sticky Graphic Novels Length: 64 Pages Category: Graphic Novel At a Glance: If you read about gay men enjoying sex with one another, you should try a graphic novel. Dale Lazarov, with his ever-changing style and deep catalog, is a good place to... Continue Reading →
Title: American Road Trip Author: Sarah Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 86 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Welcome back, Sarah Black! As always, this is a strong, character driven story where the setting is a vibrant and vital aspect of the story. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A single moment—or a single mistake—can change everything.... Continue Reading →
Title: A Dom and His Writer Series: Club Whisper: Book One Author: Xenia Melzer Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: In spite of a few issues, I liked this book very, very much. It's not often that a standalone features an already established couple, and I was very happy... Continue Reading →
Title: Dead Reckoning Series: Cold Case Psychic: Book Two Author: Pandora Pine Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 211 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense, Paranormal At a Glance: The author balances the plot of the murder case and Ronan and Tennyson’s relationship seamlessly, never leaving us wondering what’s going on in the other plotline while she focuses on... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 450 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: I was amazed at some of the things the author pulled off in this book and this series. Amazing, wonderful stuff. I’m so glad to have read these books... Continue Reading →
Title: Closer Author: F.E. Feeley Jr. Publisher: Beaten Track Publishing Length: 380 Pages Category: Paranormal/Fantasy/Horror At a Glance: Closer is a captivating horror story that begins with a bang and never lets up till the final chapter. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Maplewood, Vermont is a picturesque town filled with unique shops, unique homes, and a... Continue Reading →
Title: One More Soldier Author: Marie Sexton Publisher: Self-Published Length: 60 Pages Category: Gay Fiction At a Glance: One More Soldier has always been, in my opinion, exemplary of what short storytelling can and should be, and it is every bit as poignant today as it was when I read it nearly eight years ago.... Continue Reading →
Title: Rome and Jules Series: Dreamspun Beyond Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 242 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: Each new twist and turn left me wanting more on this journey. And, unlike the original Romeo and Juliet, this book does have a happy ending. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: Two werewolf households,... Continue Reading →
Title: Point of Contact Author: Melanie Hansen Publisher: Carina Press Length: 451 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I can't convey to you the feelings this story evoked in me. You'll have to read it for yourselves and once you're through, you'll understand too. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Only love can heal an impossibly broken... Continue Reading →
Title: Murder at the Paisley Parrot Series: A Marshall James Mystery Author: Mark McNease Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 291 Pages Category: Murder Mystery At a Glance: Mark McNease did a terrific job writing Marshall James’s story. The murder mystery was intriguing and suspenseful and made this a page-turner for me. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Time... Continue Reading →
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