Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Taylor Maid Author: Tara Lain Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 5 hours and 18 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: I was emotionally invested in this story from point one. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: He'll marry the maid to get $50 million but a secret could queer the deal.... Continue Reading →
Title: Fish Stick Fridays (Half Moon Bay: Book One) Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Spencer Goss Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 58 minutes At a Glance: If I could give Rhys Ford more stars than five, I would. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Deacon Reid was born bad to the bone with no intention... Continue Reading →
Title: Round and Round (Bronco’s Boys: Book Four) Author: Andrew Grey Narrator: Michael Pauley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 1 minute At a Glance: I can recommend the story wholeheartedly. The narration I can only give a 50% rating for choices directly at odds with the direction given by the author. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: At Piper’s Point Author: Ethan Day Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Wilde City Press Run Time: 9 hours and 46 minutes At a Glance: Ethan continues to be one of my favorite authors. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Ten years and many boyfriends later, Cassidy Winters finally returns to the ancestral home of his late grandmother,... Continue Reading →
Title: Pulling Leather (Pickup Men: Book Three) Author: L.C. Chase Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours At a Glance: For me, this is a 5 Stars worthy performance! Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: The toughest ride of his life is all in his head. Bull rider Scott Gillard has a reputation for... Continue Reading →
Title: The Wrong Man (Right and Wrong: Book Two) Author: Lane Hayes Narrator: Michael Ferraiuolo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 1 minute At a Glance: The Wrong Man is fun and sweet, and it is nice to check in with the characters from book one if you have read or listened to... Continue Reading →
Title: A Casual Thing (Will and Patrick: Book One) Author: Annabelle Jacobs Narrator: Matthew Lloyd Davies Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 4 hours and 43 minutes At a Glance: A sweet tale of friends-with-benefits turning into more. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Patrick Mason travels to Bristol to spend the summer with his brother, Ben. He's... Continue Reading →
Title: What Can Be Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Robert Nieman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 29 minutes At a Glance: I do feel What Can Be could have been a full-length novel and brought more to the table; however, I still adored this book. Robert Nieman does well with pacing and character... Continue Reading →
Title: The Lone Rancher Author: Andrew Grey Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 4 hours and 54 minutes At a Glance: Did I like The Lone Rancher? No, not really, but John Solo did a great job. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: He'll do anything to save the ranch, including baring it all.... Continue Reading →
Title: Rules of Engagement Author: L. A. Witt Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 33 minutes At a Glance: Great story, L.A. Witt, and superb narrating, Nick J. Russo. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: Dustin Walker has no idea that avoiding the search for Mrs. Right could send him into... Continue Reading →
Title: Forged in Trust Author: Mickie B. Ashling Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 51 minutes At a Glance: John Solo is a very good narrator; however, with the content of this book that could only take me so far. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Dr. Ethan Marshall is the young... Continue Reading →
Title: Starting with the Unexpected Author: Andi Van Narrator: Jonathan David Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 4 hours and 51 minutes At a Glance: This audiobook was cute. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: Zachary Blaise is having a weird week - even by his standards. Though he's gay, the radio personality has been dumped via text... Continue Reading →
Title: First Comes Marriage Author: Shira Anthony Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 6 hours and 20 minutes At a Glance: Shira Anthony perfectly encompasses old school love with a new school twist. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: When struggling novelist Chris Valentine meets Jesse Donovan, he’s interested in a book contract, or... Continue Reading →
Title: Despite the Odds (Odds Are: Book One) Author: Chris T. Kat Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 3 hours and 20 minutes At a Glance: Not only is Despite the Odds perfection, it is a short story of perfection. ADORE THIS! Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Never judge a book by its cover. Michael... Continue Reading →
Title: Something Like Stories: Something Like..., Book Seven Author: Jay Bell Narrator: Kevin R. Free Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 12 hours and 35 minutes At a Glance: Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: Benjamin Bentley and many other beloved characters from the Something Like...series make their triumphant return in this collection of short stories and bonus material.... Continue Reading →
Title: Bully for You Author: Catt Ford Narrator: Cory Lord Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 11 minutes At a Glance: Catt Ford did a great job with this super short story, but the narration missed the mark. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: What could be hunkier than a cowboy? Not much, according to... Continue Reading →
Title: Family of Lies: Sebastian Author: Sam Argent Narrator: Cornell Collins Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 4 minutes At a Glance: An unexpected and brilliant story with an intriguing plot and filled with humor. Not just a romance but a book about relationships, of all sorts, resulting in all kinds of good... Continue Reading →
Title: Cherish the Land (Lang Downs: Book Five) Author: Ariel Tachna Narrator: William James Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 35 minutes At A Glance: This was my first visit to Lang Downs, and I have to say I would like to visit again, and maybe stay there forever. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Eyes Only for Me Author: Andrew Grey Narrator: Tristan James Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 19 minutes At a Glance: Eyes Only for Me is a great story that I highly recommend you listen to. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: For years, Clayton Potter's been friends and workout partners with Ronnie. Though... Continue Reading →
Title: Any Closer Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 1 hour and 51 minutes At a Glance: Mary Calmes is a no-brainer auto-read, and Greg Tremblay…what a talent and a great resource for all authors who want their book narrated by one of the best. Reviewed By: Kathie Blurb: Charlie... Continue Reading →
Title: Snowman Author: Isabelle Rowan Narrator: Brad Walton Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 32 minutes At a Glance: Isabelle Rowan's wonderful shined through this narration. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: We all find ways to run away. Some do it in seclusion, others in the arms of lovers. Since the death of his... Continue Reading →
Title: Stars & Stripes (Cut & Run: Book Six) Author: Abigail Roux Narrator: J.F. Harding Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 10 hours and 19 minutes At a Glance: Stars & Stripes, the audiobook, is a highly recommended addition to your collection, if you love the Cut & Run series. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Special Agents... Continue Reading →
Title: The Lightning-Struck Heart Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 19 hours and 48 minutes At a Glance: How do you review perfection? You don’t…you just gush and hope you don’t make a fool of yourself. Reviewed By: Amy Blurb: Once upon a time, in an alleyway in the slums... Continue Reading →
Title: Ink and Shadows Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: DSP Publications Run Time: 11 hours and 8 minutes At a Glance: I definitely want more! Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Kismet Andreas lives in fear of the shadows. For the young tattoo artist, the shadows hold more than darkness. He is certain of his... Continue Reading →
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