Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: The Station Author: Keira Andrews Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 220 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Fans of this author, and of the genre, will enjoy this well-written story of adventure and love in the Outback. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Two men exiled to an untamed land must capture love. Ever since Cambridge-bound Colin... Continue Reading →
Title: The Long and Winding Road Series: Bear, Otter, and the Kid: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 23 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I cannot recommend this book enough. The words are beautiful, the narration is amazing, the listener is taken by the... Continue Reading →
Title: Something’s Brewing at Joe’s Author: SJD Peterson Narrator: Chase Johnson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 30 minutes At a Glance: I mostly liked this story, although some elements of the work part of it were a bit over the top for me. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: The promise of a dream... Continue Reading →
Title: Once Upon a Wolf Series: Wayward Wolves: Book One Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 96 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: This one was lots of fun, you guys. Once Upon a Wolf is definitely a softer side of this author, but there is also intrigue, suspense, and even a teeny... Continue Reading →
Title: Sinister Justice Series: A Jake Finnegan Mystery: Book Two Author: Steve Pickens Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 313 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Steve Pickens brings his setting to life with vivid and colorful descriptions. His writing is clear and the pace is just right, making the storyline easy to follow and yet... Continue Reading →
Title: Being With Him Series: Horizons: Book Six Author: Mickie B. Ashling Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 137 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: The only problem I had with this story was the length. I hope the author chooses to write more about Zeb and Alex. They are both incredibly sweet characters who have their... Continue Reading →
Title: Wolf and the Holly Series: The Rowan Harbor Cycle: Book Two Author: Sam Burns Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 199 Pages Category: Paranormal, Urban Fantasy At a Glance: A great addition to what is shaping up to be an excellent series. Highly recommended for paranormal urban fantasy lovers. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Five years ago,... Continue Reading →
Title: Lost and Found Author: Rick R. Reed Narrator: Michael Neeb Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 4 hours and 52 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The narration for Lost and Found is a bit uneven, which is shame because the book the author gave us is a sweet and wonderful thing. Reviewed By: Mike... Continue Reading →
Title: Family Ties Series: Bartlett Boys: Book One Author: Poppy Dennison Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 202 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: A couple of minor quibbles aside, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Family Ties is a wonderful introduction to the Bartlett clan. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Every family has a story to tell… Blake... Continue Reading →
Title: Hearts and Flour Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 87 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: This is mostly a low angst, nicely paced, humorous short Valentine story. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Can a raw food enthusiast find love with a guy who bakes cupcakes? When Micah Truveen’s devoted health-food customers... Continue Reading →
Title: Haunted Series: Hours of the Night: Book 2.5 Authors: Irene Preston and Liv Rancourt Publisher: Self-Published Length: 60 Pages Category: Contemporary, Paranormal At a Glance: This novella did exactly what a good short story is supposed to do—left me wanting more from its characters. Mission accomplished. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Noel Chandler had a... Continue Reading →
Title: And the Next Thing You Know… Series: Why You?: Book Two Author: Chase Taylor Hackett Publisher: Lyrical Press/Kensington Publishing Length: 290 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: An enemies-to-lovers story that focuses on the enemies more so than the lovers part of the equation. Despite its flaws and that it took a little while... Continue Reading →
Title: Finders Keepers Author: N.R. Walker Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you are looking for a bit of well written and lovely escapism, look no further than N.R. Walker’s Finders Keepers. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Needing a change of scene, Griffin Burke moves from Brisbane to Coolum Beach... Continue Reading →
Title: Infected: Throwaways Series: Mean Streets: Book Two Author: Andrea Speed Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 280 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense, Urban Fantasy At a Glance: Once again, Andrea Speed shows off her skill at writing some great action scenes and pulling readers along on a suspenseful ride. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Former prostitute and street kid... Continue Reading →
Title: Moment of Fate Series: A Moments in Time Story Author: Karen Stivali Narrator: P. C. Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 50 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: P. C., as narrator, took some time to get into the characters. Listeners may miss the former narrator’s skill with this world. But, the... Continue Reading →
Title: Velvet Claw Author: L.J. Hamlin Publisher: Less Than Three Press Length: 160 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: I really enjoyed this book despite some issues that it had. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: Evan Kidd journeys to a small town to solve the mystery of what's making children sick—but only cat people are... Continue Reading →
Title: Somewhere Over Lorain Road Author: Bud Gundy Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I loved this book so much. It was moving, gripping, and unforgettable. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: For more than forty years, the stain of horrific allegations against their father has haunted the Esker sons.... Continue Reading →
Title: A Temporary Situation Author: H.L. Day Publisher: Loose Id Length: 288 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Get ready for a sweet tooth fix. For those who love adorably cute and light romances with quirky characters. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Personal assistant Dominic is a consummate professional. Funny then, that he harbors such unprofessional... Continue Reading →
Title: Fighting Addiction Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 197 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: BA Tortuga delivers a tense and emotional story about two former lovers who could have a chance for new beginnings at life. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Country hat act Markus Kane is skeptical when he’s asked to do... Continue Reading →
Title: Prise de Fer Author: A.R. Moler Publisher: JMS Books Length: 47 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: I found this to be an interesting and slightly different take on shifters that worked well in this rather sweet romance. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Chemistry major Kelly Hendrick has lusted after his analytical chemistry professor... Continue Reading →
Title: Where Do I Start? Series: Why You?: Book One Author: Chase Taylor Hackett Publisher: Kensington Publishing Length: 264 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I truly loved reading this book, and can’t wait to read more from this author. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: The ex best thing . . . Fletcher Andrews never believed... Continue Reading →
Title: His Personal Assistant Series: Men of New York: Book One Author: L.J. Harris Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 257 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I have mixed feelings about this book. It was promising but, in the end, it left me feeling underwhelmed. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: At the tender age of twenty-one, Kade... Continue Reading →
Title: In Wild Lemon Groves Author: Selina Kray Publisher: Self-Published Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: In Wild Lemon Groves is a love letter to Amalfi, Italy, wrapped around the equally lovely story of a man who learns to live and love again. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: A telltale knock on a quiet... Continue Reading →
Title: Sheep's Clothing Author: Elin Gregory Publisher: Manifold Press Length: 38 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I loved the originality of this fun little read. Definitely check this one out if you’re in the mood for something different that will make you chuckle! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: A terrifying personal change plus a family... Continue Reading →
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