Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Hopeless Romantic Author: Francis Gideon Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 293 Pages Category: Contemporary, Transgender Romance At a Glance: This book lives up to its title. Nick and Katie’s love story really is hopelessly romantic. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Nick Fraser is a true romantic. He wants the guy instead of the girl, but other... Continue Reading →
Title: Good Boy (Theta Alpha Gamma: Book Four) Author: Anne Tenino Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 1 hour and 55 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Nick J. Russo is a talented narrator and he did a great job here. Totally nailed Brad and Sebastian’s voices. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: Brad... Continue Reading →
Title: Strays (Urban Soul: Book Two) Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Strays was a great follow-up to Misfits; I think it’s obvious that I loved it. I was enthralled cover-to-cover (speaking of the cover…guhhhhhh…so gorgeous), and adored Lenny and Nero together. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Work,... Continue Reading →
Title: A Fortunate Blizzard Author: L.C. Chase Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: The real beauty of this story is the blossoming of Marcus—from uptight, isolated, laser-focused lawyer to actual friend, colleague and lover—further enhanced by Nick J. Russo’s narration.... Continue Reading →
Title: Adulting 101 Author: Lisa Henry Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 1 minute Category: Contemporary, Romantic Comedy At a Glance: This is an incredibly fun novel and, due to great storytelling and marvelous narrating, one I think you will want to listen to over and over. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Between Ghosts Author: Garrett Leigh Narrator: Craig Beck Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 2 minutes At a Glance: I really struggled with the pacing of this story and found myself losing interest halfway through, but I did enjoy the end. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: In 2003, journalist Connor Regan marched through... Continue Reading →
Title: Dating Ryan Alback Author: J.E. Birk Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 255 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I had fun with this one. The flow was good and the writing style easy-going. If you’re looking for something light but with enough substance to keep you engaged, I recommend giving this one a go. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: What Remains Author: Garrett Leigh Narrator: Craig Beck Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 7 hours and 4 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I am becoming almost as addicted to Craig Beck’s narrations as I am to Garret Leigh’s books. I can’t recommend this story enough. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Web designer Jodi Peters... Continue Reading →
Title: Wanted, a Gentleman Author: KJ Charles Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 157 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: While the story was solid in the vernacular and style, the plot felt incomplete and lacking in real depth. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: WANTED, A GENTLEMAN Or, Virtue Over-Rated the grand romance of Mr. Martin St. Vincent... Continue Reading →
Title: Winter Oranges Author: Marie Sexton Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 4 minutes Category: Urban Fantasy/Paranormal, Contemporary At a Glance: This is a thoroughly charming story made even better by expert and engaging narration. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Jason Walker is a child star turned teen heartthrob turned... Continue Reading →
Titles: Just Drive and Afraid to Fly Author: L.A. Witt Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 288 Pages/347 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: All in all, I think Witt is off to a great start with this series! Reviewed By: Jules Blurbs: Just Drive For Sean Wright, driving a cab in the tiny Navy town of... Continue Reading →
Title: The Queer and the Restless (A Queers of La Vista Novel) Author: Kris Ripper Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 238 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery At a Glance: This is a series any LGBTQ+ murder mystery fan doesn’t want to miss! Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Ed Masiello has been on testosterone for a year, is working... Continue Reading →
Title: Misfits Author: Garrett Leigh Narrator: Craig Beck Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary, Polyamory At a Glance: I highly, highly recommend this audio, whether you have or haven’t read the book already. It’s so worth a listen! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Restaurant owner Tom Fearnes has loved his... Continue Reading →
We have a special giveaway for you today courtesy of Riptide Publishing. To help us carry on the celebration of our 5th Blogiversary in a grand way, Riptide is offering the chance for one lucky reader to win a $25 Store Credit to help fill that new e-reader you know you want for Christmas. :)... Continue Reading →
Title: No Small Parts (A Bluewater Bay Novel) Author: Ally Blue Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 204 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is book sixteen in the Bluewater Bay universe, and I have to say it brings some life back into this series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Nat Horn is almost living the dream.... Continue Reading →
Title: Rebound Remedy Author: Christine d'Abo Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 3 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: Excellent pacing packs a lot of character development and story into this deceptively brief run time. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: The last thing Cole expects to get for the... Continue Reading →
Title: Glass Tidings Author: Amy Jo Cousins Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 226 Pages Category: Holiday Romance At a Glance: This is a really lovely story of two lonely souls who haven’t had a lot of success in the relationship department and have to work against their own insecurities and fears to move forward in their... Continue Reading →
Title: Angel Voices Author: Rowan Speedwell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 56 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: I was sadly underwhelmed by this one. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: One frigid winter night a week before Christmas, college student Will stumbles into a church during choir practice, bruised by his own father’s hands. He’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Hotline Author: Quinn Anderson Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 347 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: At the end of the day, Hotline is not one I would rush to the top of my list. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Zack never intended to become a phone sex operator, but with half a college degree and... Continue Reading →
Title: Freckles Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 170 Pages Category: Holiday Romance At a Glance: A sweet Christmas story to add to your list. Go get this one, guys. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Carter Embree has always hoped to be rescued from his productive, tragically boring, and (slightly) ethically compromised life. But when... Continue Reading →
Title: Junior Hero Blues Author: J.K. Pendragon Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 216 Pages Category: YA, Urban Fantasy, Superheroes At a Glance: This book was such a fun, refreshing read. There was great action, a sweet little romance, and enjoyable characters. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Last year, Javier Medina was your average socially awkward gay high... Continue Reading →
Title: Lights, Camera, Cupid!: A Bluewater Bay Valentine's Day Anthology Authors: SE Jakes , Amy Lane , Z.A. Maxfield , Anne Tenino , L.A. Witt Narrators: Nick J. Russo, Dorian Bane Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 22 minutes Category: Anthology, Contemporary, Show Business, Romance At a Glance: A lovely little anthology that... Continue Reading →
Title: Counterpoint (Song of the Fallen: Book One) Author: Rachel Haimowitz Narrator: Craig Beck Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 11 hours and 55 minutes Category: High Fantasy At a Glance: I adored this book when I originally read it, and now I absolutely LOVE it. Craig Beck brought the characters to life, each with distinct... Continue Reading →
Title: Change of Address (Hartsbridge Island: Book One) Author: Jordan S. Brock Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 312 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Change of Address started out strong for me, and, honestly, stayed strong until nearly the end of the book. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Air Force sergeant Michael Baldwin wanted nothing more than... Continue Reading →
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