Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: After the Sunset Author: Lilah Suzanne Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 94 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: After the Sunset was a good little book. Just not quite as advertised. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Caleb Harris and Ty Smith-Santos are struggling actors who have never crossed paths until their lives take a turn for... Continue Reading →
Title: All In (A Wild Cards Novel) Author: Ava Drake Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 228 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Ava Drake brings action, suspense and danger along with the wild car chases in the third installment of the Wild Cards series in the Dreamspun Desires collection, and I hope she has... Continue Reading →
Title: Unconditionally Author: Nell Iris Publisher: JMS Books Length: 50 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story was cute. And, I would definitely give this author another go. In fact, I wish she would expand on this story! I would read more of these characters, for sure. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Flamboyant book café... Continue Reading →
Title: Equality (Dublin Virtues: Book Two) Author: Helena Stone Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 156 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Equality is a very nice addition to author Helena Stone’s Dublin Virtues trilogy. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Lorcan Barratt has never considered himself relationship material. After his parents made it perfectly clear they’d never welcome... Continue Reading →
Title: Romancing the Ugly Duckling Author: Clare London Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 260 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m such a fan of these Dreamspun books. I know I’m going to get a happily ever after, and that the road will not necessarily be smooth, but the ride will definitely be worth it.... Continue Reading →
Title: Bad Boys Get Detention Author: Jeff Erno Publisher: eXtasy Books Length: 28 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Bad Boys Get Detention is a quick splash of sexy fun, making for a quick and enjoyable read. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Chris, a high school English teacher, finds himself distracted by a very unruly, know-it-all... Continue Reading →
Title: Into the Blue Author: Pene Henson Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 236 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: There are so many beautiful, beautiful passages in this book, you guys. I have many highlights of gorgeous, poetic words. Do yourselves a favor, and add this one to your summer reading list! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Fog (Carlisle Cops: Book Six) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: It’s getting harder to pick a favorite from the Carlisle Cops series. With this sixth installment, Andrew Grey combines suspense, investigative skills, and a good mix of characters. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Carlisle... Continue Reading →
Title: Heart of the Steal Authors: Avon Gale and Roan Parrish Publisher: Philtre Press Length: 304 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Black, white, and gray… who’d have thought those three hues could make for such a colorful romance? Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Responsible, disciplined William Fox channeled his love for art and his faith... Continue Reading →
Title: Find His Way Home Author: Nell Iris Publisher: JMS Books Length: 74 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Though there is a romance, I found this to be a sweet little story about finding oneself. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Shakespeare-loving teacher Elliot Dunn has been unhappy living in the big city for a long... Continue Reading →
Title: Power Bottom? Author: Rowan McAllister Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 38 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Buy the book for the story and for the top-level narration. Look for the names of both the author and the narrator on future books for what surely will be... Continue Reading →
Title: Promises Part 3 (Bounty Hunter) Author: A.E. Via Publisher: Self-Published Length: 284 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I hope everyone who decides to read this enjoys it more than I did. I still have no idea what the issue was, so I'm encouraging everyone who liked the blurb to read a couple of... Continue Reading →
Title: Close to You (Sunshine and Happiness: Book Three) Author: Skylar M. Cates Narrator: Tristan James Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Hopefully Tristan James will continue to be the voice of the series as his is one of the more accomplished for this style of... Continue Reading →
Title: Everyday History Author: Alice Archer Narrator: Daan Stone Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 53 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: You’ll enjoy Everyday History if you give it a chance to win your heart. By the end, you’ll be rooting for true love to take this couple to a happy place.... Continue Reading →
Title: When the Dust Settles (Timing: Book Three) Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 3 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sean Crisden’s narration has improved since Timing, slower paced and the characters’ voices more defined. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Glenn Holloway’s predictable life ended the day... Continue Reading →
Title: Spun! (Shamwell Tales: Book Four) Author: JL Merrow Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 328 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There were WAY more things I loved about this story than didn’t. And, Lord help me, I loved that adorable, costumed teddy bear! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: With friends like these . . . An... Continue Reading →
Title: Premonitions Author: Edward Kendrick Publisher: JMS Books Length: 101 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: I’m not sure what it is, but I always find myself looking for the next Edward Kendrick story. Maybe it’s that his books are always easy reads, very entertaining, no matter what the subject, and the characters always... Continue Reading →
Title: A Kind of Home (A Kind Of Stories: Book Four) Author: Lane Hayes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 224 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There were funny moments, there were creepy moments, there were sexy moments. Recommended to those who like a little suspense and mystery in their romance. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Isaac... Continue Reading →
Title: Manny Get Your Guy (The Mannies: Book Two) Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 236 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: God Bless the Dreamspun Desire category. The guaranteed happy endings are such a relief right now. I've really enjoyed knowing that lighthearted romance is on the menu as I dive into... Continue Reading →
Title: Shaded Chains Author: Jack L. Pyke Publisher: Fantastic Fiction Publishing Length: 102 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: I highly recommend this short story! For fans of Pyke, you will recognize her talented wordsmithing capabilities, and if you are new to her work, you will appreciate the depth of feeling and solid time... Continue Reading →
Title: Carte Blanche Author: Nash Summers Publisher: Self-Published Length: 61 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Suspending a little disbelief isn’t much of a sacrifice here, guys. Nash Summers took no prisoners in her mad grab for my feels, so all the win. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Everything is white in Jude Allen's world. The... Continue Reading →
Title: Catch and Release (The Release: Book Three) Author: BA Tortuga Narrator: Lou Lambert Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 16 minutes Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: I can recommend this book to anyone who likes western romances, and to those who like a little mystery with their hot men. Both the... Continue Reading →
Title: Chief’s Mess (Anchor Point: Book Three) Author: L.A. Witt Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 291 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Chief’s Mess was not a great read, but not a terrible one either. Fans of the author will probably enjoy it, but I wouldn’t recommend it for new readers. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: Anthony... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Hail (Carlisle Cops: Book Five) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Fire and Hail is another favorite for me from the Carlisle Cops series. Andrew Grey brings some serious issues to the forefront: child abuse and endangerment, drug abuse and mental illness. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
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