Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Refuge Series: Fight for Survival Trilogy: Book One Author: H.L. Day Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 408 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Romance At a Glance: All in all, Refuge is absolutely worth the read. The premise was intriguing, the story engaging, and the last fourth of the book in particular was so good and suspenseful. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: Syncopation Series: Twisted Wishes: Book One Author: Anna Zabo Publisher: Carina Press Length: 295 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I liked the story. It was interesting, had a bit of agony, a bit of mystery, and a lot of likeable characters. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Twisted Wishes front man Ray Van Zeller is... Continue Reading →
Title: Redeeming the Stepbrother Series: Tales from St. Giles: Book Two Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Redeeming the Stepbrother is good. The story got a little convoluted and long-winded in the middle—it paces well in places and others not so much—but the storyline itself helps you... Continue Reading →
Title: Kairos Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 137 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kairos is an unapologetic romance that will make your heart happy and perfectly feed any need you may have for a story that has no more aspirations than to give the reader a happy-ever-after. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Sometimes... 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: Nobody's Prince Charming Series: Road to Blissville: Book Three Author: Aimee Nicole Walker Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 238 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Yes, I recommend this book. I have enjoyed all the Road to Blissville stories and will read every one when they come out. They aren’t heavy, for the most part,... Continue Reading →
Title: Driftwood Author: Harper Fox Publisher: Self-Published Length: 210 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I have yet to read a book by this author that wasn't potent and lush. She writes traditional romance with the heart in mind, and reaches her target every time. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Thomas Penrose is a village doctor... Continue Reading →
Title: Going Off Grid Series: States of Love Author: SJD Peterson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 78 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Overall, I thought this was a cute read. I enjoyed it while I was in the moment, but it lacked that oomph I was hoping for that would make it stand out. Reviewed... 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: Point of No Return Series: Turning Point: Book One Author: NR Walker Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Love Lane Books Run Time: 4 hours and 38 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This book may have some story issues, but the voice talent makes it more than worth the price. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Matthew... Continue Reading →
Title: Shadow’s Edge Series: Psychic Detective Mysteries: Book One Author: S.C. Wynne Publisher: Self-Published Length: 169 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Suspenseful on both the investigative and romantic fronts, Shadow’s Edge is one of the finest books I've read so far this year. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Liam Baker can see things. Dead... 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: The Ballerino and the Biker Series: The Hedonist: Book One Author: Rebecca James Publisher: Self-Published Length: 186 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Ballerino and the Biker is an interesting story that I enjoyed reading. I can barely wait for the next book in this series. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Most of his... Continue Reading →
Title: Cowboy in the Crosshairs Series: Turquoise, New Mexico: Book One Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 232 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: BA Tortuga has crafted a really good cowboy mystery. The suspense has a gradual build up, and the guilty party wasn’t easy to discover. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Once... Continue Reading →
Title: Soul to Keep Series: Rented Heart: Book Two Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Self-Published Length: 210 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I loved the easy flow of the story and found myself quickly caught up in it. I also loved the little surprises the author threw in, and, as always, am eagerly anticipating the... Continue Reading →
Title: Sweet Nothings Series: Amuse Bouche: Book One Author: T. Neilson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 248 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: For the most part this is an easy read, a lightly paced story with a HFN ending, and I definitely recommend it. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Will a bitter bite from the past... Continue Reading →
Title: Written in Scars Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 68 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There were a few stumbling blocks but they didn’t take away from this story. As always, I am entertained by Mr. Collins’ novellas and look forward to more. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Pain fades but the scars... Continue Reading →
Title: Invitation to the Blues Series: Small Changes: Book Two Author: Roan Parrish Publisher: Self-Published Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Go get this book, people! It’s another beautiful Roan Parrish story that you don’t want to miss. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Eight months ago Jude Lucen fled his partner, his career, and... Continue Reading →
Title: American Road Trip Author: Sarah Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 86 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Welcome back, Sarah Black! As always, this is a strong, character driven story where the setting is a vibrant and vital aspect of the story. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A single moment—or a single mistake—can change everything.... Continue Reading →
Title: Dead Reckoning Series: Cold Case Psychic: Book Two Author: Pandora Pine Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 211 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense, Paranormal At a Glance: The author balances the plot of the murder case and Ronan and Tennyson’s relationship seamlessly, never leaving us wondering what’s going on in the other plotline while she focuses on... Continue Reading →
Title: Point of Contact Author: Melanie Hansen Publisher: Carina Press Length: 451 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I can't convey to you the feelings this story evoked in me. You'll have to read it for yourselves and once you're through, you'll understand too. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Only love can heal an impossibly broken... Continue Reading →
Title: The Company We Keep Author: Kay Simone Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 310 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kay Simone is quickly becoming an auto-buy author, owing to my love of a plotty romance, which she is adept at delivering. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Dirty money. A wanted man. The deal of a lifetime.... Continue Reading →
Title: Leaning Into the Look Series: Leaning Into: Book Six Author: Lane Hayes Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 222 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Leaning Into the Look is sweet, it's loud, it's colorful, it will make you smile, and it will make you want to keep reading. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Grant Kostas made... Continue Reading →
Title: Protecting Max Author: Edward Kendrick Publisher: JMS Books Length: 170 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense At a Glance: Protecting Max is not an insta-love story. The author gives readers a nice bond of friendship between these men along with a little suspense. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Twelve years ago, Max Harman survived a vicious attack... Continue Reading →
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