Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: The Straight Boyfriend (Loving You: Book Three) Author: Renae Kaye Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a true romance, one I highly recommend. Buy the book. If you enjoy this genre, you just may find a new favorite. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Aaron Hall has never been... Continue Reading →
Title: Past the Breakers Author: Lucie Archer Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 220 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: A nice balance of humor and seriousness and relatable characters, all in all I really enjoyed this story. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Casey North lost everything when his restaurant burned to the ground: his hopes, his dreams,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Rainbow Clause Author: Beth Bolden Publisher: Self-Published Length: 324 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I mostly really enjoyed this story of Colin and Nick, and would certainly read another story from this author. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Heisman winner. Member of the National Championship team. NFL Rookie of the Year. Quarterback Colin... Continue Reading →
Title: Spring Break (Accidental Roots: Book Three) Author: Elle Keaton Publisher: Self-Published Length: 258 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Elle Keaton brings the characters of Skagit to life, and shows the support, love and humor that this small town shares. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Sometimes a guy needs a break. Carroll Weir got... Continue Reading →
Title: Crossing Jordan Author: Shannon West Publisher: MLR Press Length: 137 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I enjoyed this solid little suspense/mystery which explored a very serious subject matter in a believable and realistic way. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: A complicated web of lies threatens Jace's life and he must fight his way... Continue Reading →
Title: Until You (At First Sight: Book Three) Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 4 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Klune and Lesley lead with their talent and their hearts. The combination of the two is not to be missed. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Together with... Continue Reading →
Title: Full Circle Author: Cassie Stevens Publisher: Loose Id Length: 71 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Unfortunately, I think the author tried to pack too much into a novella. Emotions, particularly for one character, moved way too fast for me to be able to look past it. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Seth Foster’s biggest... Continue Reading →
Title: Enemy Within (The Executive Office: Book Three) Author: Tal Bauer Publisher: Self-Published Length: 485 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This final book in the Executive Office series is everything a thriller should be: exciting, enthralling, nerve-wracking, and, at times, gut-wrenching. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: The White House, infiltrated. The president, running for... Continue Reading →
Title: Snapdragon Author: Michelle Woody Publisher: JMS Books Length: 205 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Snapdragon kept me totally intrigued. For me, this was a solid serial murder mystery with plenty of fast paced action, descriptive fight scenes and a variety of emotions for the central characters. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Private detective... Continue Reading →
Title: Crooked Tree Ranch (Montana: Book One) Author: RJ Scott Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 6 hours and 20 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is a sweet, angst-free romance, so if that’s what you’re looking for, then I recommend it hands down. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: When a cowboy meets the... Continue Reading →
Title: Enemy of My Enemy (The Executive Office: Book Two) Author: Tal Bauer Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 287 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Read this book. Lose yourself in this series. It’s an outstanding read. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Fifteen years from now, an affair rocks the world. Two men commit to their... Continue Reading →
Title: Everything Changes Author: Melanie Hansen Narrator: Robert Nieman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is my first book by Melanie Hansen, but it certainly won’t be the last. I really like her writing style! Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: What happens when friendship catches fire?... Continue Reading →
Title: Broke Deep (A Porthkennack Novel) Author: Charlie Cochrane Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 249 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Broke Deep is reliable Charlie Cochrane in plot, prose, and characterization. This is a book that fans of the author should enjoy just fine. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Morgan Capell’s life is falling apart by... Continue Reading →
Title: Secrets of You (Sunshine and Happiness: Book Four) Author: Skylar M. Cates Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There was no magic solution and big hugs. No misunderstandings spanning years that were suddenly resolved. There were past mistakes and severed relationships, tears and guilt and regret. But there were... Continue Reading →
Title: Signs of Life Author: Melanie Hansen Narrator: Robert Nieman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 22 minutes At a Glance: While not as affecting for me as the first book in this series, this is a well written story of two damaged characters who really have to work for their happy ending.... Continue Reading →
Title: Farlough Author: Xavier Mayne Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 250 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: All in all, this book had the promise of delivering a mighty punch, but fell a bit short for me. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Newly turned thirty, Cameron North is preparing himself to spend his life alone. When he... Continue Reading →
Title: Back Home Author: RJ Scott Publisher: Love Lane Books Length: 214 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: A fluid story, filled with intensity and angst, culminating in an utterly satisfying ending. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Falling for his brother's boyfriend broke his heart. Now he's back home and falling in love all over again.... Continue Reading →
Title: Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch (A States of Love Story) Author: L.A. Merrill Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 74 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This was my first time reading L.A. Merrill, and I found this story to be entertaining and fun. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: David Marks is looking for the perfect place... Continue Reading →
Title: Don’t Twunk with My Heart (Loving You: Book Two) Author: Renae Kaye Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 52 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: It really is great to see an author provide everything needed for a great story, and then to have the narrator take the words... Continue Reading →
Title: Not a Big Deal Author: Nina R. Schluntz Publisher: MLR Press Length: 173 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I was thoroughly entertained by Not a Big Deal. If you’re looking for a quick read with an interesting plot, give this one a try. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Conspiracies surface in the racist police... Continue Reading →
Title: Battle Born Author: Caitlin Ricci Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Harmony Ink Length: 180 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Battle Born is a story of redemption and forgiveness. Well-written and engaging, with lovable, realistic characters. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: A Companion to the Robbie & Sam Series Daniel Messana wanted a way out of... Continue Reading →
Title: Hot Under the Collar (Love Off the Leash) Author: Summer Devon Publisher: Self-Published Length: 103 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I didn’t hate Hot Under the Collar. I just wish I had liked it more. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Attorney Sam Trevisani never thought he’d play the bad guy, but now his job... Continue Reading →
Title: Tall, Dark and Deported Author: Bru Baker Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 236 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story was adorable and I loved both MCs. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Crossing the border into love. Snap decisions and misguided ideas bring Portuguese national Mateus Fontes and businessman Crawford Hargrave together at the... Continue Reading →
Title: A Taste of Honey Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 88 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: A fun and engaging read. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: 2nd Edition Boone Phillips needs a girlfriend—now! If he shows up to the family reunion alone, his mother will throw every woman in sight at him. But... Continue Reading →
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