Title: Model Bodyguard Series: Haven Investigations: Book Two Author: Lissa Kasey Narrator: Brian Hutchison Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 47 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I enjoyed Brian Hutchison’s narration, particularly since I wasn’t much of a fan of the first book’s narrator, who was good as Ollie but had…
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Review: A Tender Curiosity by Charlie Cochet
Title: A Tender Curiosity Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 90 Pages Category: Historical, Paranormal, Anthology At a Glance: A Tender Curiosity is, overall, a cute collection of short stories connected by being set in the 1920s and ‘30s. I appreciated the use of time appropriate dialogue and slang, and although it does make…
Review: Winter by M. Raiya
Title: Winter Author: M. Raiya Publisher: Less Than Three Press Length: 256 Pages Category: Fantasy, BDSM At a Glance: Unfortunately, the delivery fell way short for me. There are enough gems in the writing and Aster’s character that the makings of a cohesive, well-paced and well-structured story are there, which makes it that much more…
Audio Review: Love Me Tomorrow by Ethan Day ~ Narrated by Jason Frazier
Title: Love Me Tomorrow Author: Ethan Day Narrator: Jason Frazier Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 5 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I enjoyed Love Me Tomorrow for combining the fairy tale fantasy romance of recognizing “the one” at first sight with the reality of how complicated emotions and relationship can be. And…
Audio Review: Leaning Into the Look by Lane Hayes ~ Narrated by Nick J. Russo
Title: Leaning Into the Look Series: Leaning Into: Book Six Author: Lane Hayes Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 20 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The emotion and heart of the story were really elevated by Nick J. Russo’s narration. Leaning Into the Look is an emotionally engaging story…
Audio Review: The Rainbow Clause by Beth Bolden ~ Narrated by Wyatt Baker
Title: The Rainbow Clause Author: Beth Bolden Narrator: Wyatt Baker Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 45 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Rainbow Clause is well written, relatively angst-lite, and sweet but not saccharine since Nick’s sarcasm would never let it get too cheesy, a sarcasm that is delivered very well by…
Audio Review: With a Kick: Collection No. One by Clare London ~ Narrated by Joel Leslie
Title: With a Kick: Collection No. One Series: With a Kick Author: Clare London Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hour and 40 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you like stories that feature characters whose lives and relationships are relatable, complicated but still sweet and enjoyable, brought to life by the…
Simply the Best 2018: Jovan’s Fave Books and a Giveaway
Cheers, friends, and welcome to our Best of 2018 reviewer picks!!! We’re beginning the countdown to the end of the year with Jovan’s fave reads, so enjoy and be sure to enter the Giveaway! The Consumption of Magic by TJ Klune (narrated by Michael Lesley) – I rarely share M/M books with straight friends, but I…
Review: Mascara & Bandages by Brandon Witt
Title: Mascara & Bandages Series: Mary’s Boys: Book Three Author: Brandon Witt Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 121 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Between Witt’s skill and the inherent charm in the story, I liked the book and recommend it. The rating is more a reflection on my personal nitpicks and not so much the…
Audio Review: The Haunting of Timber Manor by F.E. Feeley Jr ~ Narrated by Tony Stone
Title: The Haunting of Timber Manor Author: F.E. Feeley Jr Narrator: Tony Stone Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 27 minutes Category: Paranormal At a Glance: Just like with a written book, with audio there will be a few errors to ignore, but there comes a point when the errors are so numerous or…
Audio Review: Before You Break by K.C. Wells and Parker Williams ~ Narrated by Joel Leslie
Title: Before You Break Series: Secrets: Book One Authors: K.C. Wells and Parker Williams Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 13 hours and 21 minutes Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: There are a lot of emotional moments and angst that Joel Leslie’s narration really bring home. With his trademark skill and ability…
Review: Fair Isn’t Life by Kaje Harper
Title: Fair Isn’t Life Series: States of Love: Minnesota Author: Kaje Harper Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 148 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Fair Isn’t Life is a sweetly awkward and enjoyable NA story. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: Luke Lafontaine survived the past year by not thinking about the father he lost, the dairy farm…
Review: Earthly Pleasures by Sera Trevor
Title: Earthly Pleasures Author: Sera Trevor Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 261 Pages Category: Historical, Fantasy At a Glance: Earthly Pleasures is a fun, quick fantasy with an interesting premise and story. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: Prince Paurick is a hedonistic degenerate—or at least that’s what his father and the rest of the royal family think…
Audio Review: On Davis Row by N.R. Walker ~ Narrated by Joel Leslie
Title: On Davis Row Author: N.R. Walker Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 11 hours and 29 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: On Davis Row tells a beautiful story of love, hope and the power of being seen for who you are. The sense of intimacy in the narrative builds slowly, a sense…
Review: The Rising Tide by J. Scott Coatsworth
Title: The Rising Tide Series: Liminal Sky: Book Two Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 380 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: Between the imaginative and expansive world-building and the hopefulness imbued and exemplified by the protagonists, The Rising Tide a good read. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: Earth is dead. Five years later,…
Review: The Stark Divide by J. Scott Coatsworth
Title: The Stark Divide Series: Liminal Sky: Book One Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 284 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: What I liked most about The Stark Divide is how it incorporated the ship-mind into the story. I really enjoyed this inclusive, fast-paced read and can’t wait to see what happens…
Review: Heat for Sale by Blake Moreno
Title: Heat for Sale Author: Blake Moreno Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 192 Pages Category: Mpreg, Omegaverse At a Glance: Heat for Sale is very true to Rebecca, and stories like it, where the protagonist is swept into a whirlwind courtship. It’s a well-written, quick read with plenty of raunchy sex, fluids, and doesn’t trade on…
Review: A Summer Soundtrack for Falling in Love by Arden Powell
Title: A Summer Soundtrack for Falling in Love Author: Arden Powell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 318 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: If you are looking for a well-written book that is low-angst, full of the joy of finding your people, a tease of steam and just pure and simple fun, then this book is…
Review: Devil Take Me by Jordan L. Hawk, TA Moore, Ginn Hale, C.S. Poe, Rhys Ford, and Jordan Castillo Price
Title: Devil Take Me Authors: Jordan L. Hawk, TA Moore, Ginn Hale, C.S. Poe, Rhys Ford, and Jordan Castillo Price Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 450 Pages Category: Horror, Paranormal At a Glance: 4.5 Stars overall, Devil Take Me is a wonderful anthology. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: Temptation lurks around every corner in worlds sometimes dark,…
Review: Be Still My Heart by Charlie Cochet
Title: Be Still My Heart Series: Four Kings Security: Book Two Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 306 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Charlie Cochet delivers another sugary and charming romance sprinkled with hot sex, wonderfully engaging friendships and found family bonds. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: When the cards are stacked against you,…