Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Fourteen Summers Author: Quinn Anderson Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 238 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: While I wasn’t completely satisfied with this novel, I can say it was still a compelling read, with tender and sweet moments that really made it shine. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Identical twins Aiden and Max Kingsman have... Continue Reading →
Title: The Quarterback Author: Mackenzie Blair Narrator: Greg Boudreaux Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 9 hours and 35 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Once again, Boudreaux takes a well-written romance with a well-developed plot and makes it a great adventure into a first love that could last a lifetime, if it gets nurtured. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Hotline Series: Murmur, Inc.: Book One Author: Quinn Anderson Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 9 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Nick J. Russo does an amazing job with a less than stellar book to work with. If this is one of your favorite authors, it may... Continue Reading →
Title: Cash Plays Series: Seven of Spades: Book Three Author: Cordelia Kingsbridge Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 351 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: With this third installment of the Seven of Spades series, Cordelia Kingsbridge expertly creates another power-packed plot. This storyline has so much going on, with family, friends, emotions, addictions, gang wars... Continue Reading →
Title: Lock Nut Series: The Plumber's Mate Mysteries: Book Five Author: JL Merrow Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 346 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery At a Glance: With a dash of romance, a touch of tenderness and heaps of fun, Lock Nut is sure to resonate with fans. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Tom Paretski, plumber with a... 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: Detour Series: Transportation: Book One Authors: Reesa Herberth and Michelle Moore Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 339 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There are tons of things to love about this book, guys. Detour is a hopeful, feel-good, emotional but ultimately very happy and sweet book. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Ethan Domani had planned... Continue Reading →
Title: Can't Hide From Me Author: Cordelia Kingsbridge Narrator: Nick. J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 9 hours and 8 minutes Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: The more I hear of Mr. Russo, the more certain I am that he is one of the hottest audio actors on the scene today. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Contraband Hearts Series: Portkennack: Book Ten Author: Alex Beecroft Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 250 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: From the vivid setting to the appeal of its characters to the surprise revelation of the story’s true villain, Contraband Hearts added up to another win for me in a series of strong reads... Continue Reading →
Title: Once Burned Series: Anchor Point: Book Six Author: L.A. Witt Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 298 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The too often repetition of the same concerns started to weigh this story down and slow the pacing, but Once Burned is a good story, a solid hit for those who like reading... Continue Reading →
Title: Permanent Ink Series: Art and Soul: Book One Authors: Avon Gale and Piper Vaughn Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 7 hours and 7 minutes Category: Contemporary, Age Gap, Daddy Kink At a Glance: Kirt Graves gives another remarkable performance here. He explores the light kink and role play aspects of the... Continue Reading →
Title: The Artist's Touch Series: Art Medium: Book One Author: E.J. Russell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 130 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: I thought the premise for this novella was a really good one and the bits that worked were solid and entertaining, but in the end, there simply wasn’t enough story to make... Continue Reading →
Title: Blow Down Series: Plumber's Mate: Book Four Author: JL Merrow Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 305 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I cannot get enough of this series. I loved reconnecting with Tom and Phil in this latest whodunnit and can’t wait for the next installment! Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Death is what... Continue Reading →
Title: Chief's Mess Series: Anchor Point: Book Three Author: L.A. Witt Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 7 hours and 45 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: One of the best things about the Witt/Russo connection is that the voice and the words blend together like the best cake. It is sweet... Continue Reading →
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: Cutie Pies Author: Barbara Bell Length: 116 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Cutie Pies is a cute little novella, and Bell keeps the lighthearted fun going throughout most of the story. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Joey works at Cutie Pies, the smallest adult store in Sydney. After his parents kicked him out years... Continue Reading →
Title: The Blueprint Series: The Game: Book One Author: S.E. Harmon Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 270 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I liked The Blueprint a lot and am looking forward to the second part of the story and to Kelly and Blue getting their HEA! Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Kelly Cannon is satisfied... Continue Reading →
Title: The Pick Up Series: Up Red Creek: Book One Author: Allison Temple Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 337 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Temple has a very nice start to her series here. I smiled and/or laughed through just about all of it. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Kyle’s life is going backwards. He wanted... Continue Reading →
Title: Heat Trap Series: The Plumber's Mate Mysteries: Book Three Author: JL Merrow Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 310 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: If you enjoy a good mystery/romance with quirky characters and humor, this series just might be what you are looking for. If you have already fallen in love in the... Continue Reading →
Title: Where Death Meets the Devil Author: L.J. Hayward Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 395 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: I just can’t say enough about how very well-written this novel is, down to the fight scenes and the environment being so descriptive. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Jack Reardon, former SAS soldier and current... Continue Reading →
Title: For the Living Author: L.A. Witt Narrator: Charlie David Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 4 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Charlie David has a smooth, if unvaried, voice, but the story is a bit off-putting in that Scott is required to be friend, confidant, lover, and analyst for Jay. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Losing It Series: Ringside Romance: Book Four Author: Christine d'Abo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 229 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m so glad I read this one. If you’ve been reading the series, I have no doubt that Losing It is a solid addition to the set. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Finn Miller... Continue Reading →
Title: Relief Valve Series: Plumber’s Mate Mysteries: Book Two Author: J.L. Merrow Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 341 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery At a Glance: Excellent addition to this series, highly recommended! Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: If you dig up the past, be prepared for some dirt to stick. The relationship between Tom Paretski, a cheeky... Continue Reading →
Title: Afraid to Fly Series: Anchor Point: Book Two Author: L.A. Witt Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 9 hours and 22 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: While the characters are not perfect, their obstacles are not impossible to overcome. Russo tells us this in moments of tenderness, anger, and pure... Continue Reading →
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