Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Strays (Urban Soul: Book Two) Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Strays was a great follow-up to Misfits; I think it’s obvious that I loved it. I was enthralled cover-to-cover (speaking of the cover…guhhhhhh…so gorgeous), and adored Lenny and Nero together. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Work,... Continue Reading →
Title: Play Dead (Glasgow Lads: Book 3.5) Author: Avery Cockburn Publisher: Self-Published Length: 170 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: As much as it was difficult to see Andrew and Colin struggle, it was also satisfying to see them triumph, and that makes Play Dead a must read for fans of this couple... Continue Reading →
Title: Hanging the Stars (Half Moon Bay: Book Two) Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 41 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Those familiar with M/M fiction will probably know the incredible talents of Tremblay already, but on the off chance you’ve never had the pleasure,... Continue Reading →
Title: Fire and Rain (Carlisle Cops: Book Three) Author: Andrew Grey Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: What makes the Carlisle Cops so special is the great characters who return in each book and have become an extended family to one another in this series. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Since... Continue Reading →
Title: A Boy Worth Knowing Author: Jennifer Cosgrove Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 173 Pages Category: Young Adult, Paranormal At a Glance: A Boy Worth Knowing should absolutely be a hit among YA fans, but I think will resonate with anyone who is looking for a fun paranormal story. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Ghosts can’t seem... Continue Reading →
Title: An Arresting Ride (Survivors Find Love: Book Two) Author: Lissa Kasey Publisher: Self-Published Length: 234 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: With a gentle hand and a compassionate touch, author Lissa Kasey allows us to watch two men who have been broken and who are from very different pasts heal together and find love... Continue Reading →
Title: Sophie (A Survivor Story: Book Five) Author: J.P. Barnaby Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 108 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m sad to see the series end, but it does so in the most fabulous way. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: It’s amazing how a single word from a tiny girl can change your life.... Continue Reading →
Title: Leo Loves Aries Author: Anyta Sunday Publisher: Self-Published Length: 278 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: If you haven’t checked this one out yet, I highly recommend you do. It’s sure to have you smiling, swooning, laughing, and maybe checking your horoscope! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: A new person will enter your... Continue Reading →
Title: A Fortunate Blizzard Author: L.C. Chase Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 4 hours and 15 minutes Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: The real beauty of this story is the blossoming of Marcus—from uptight, isolated, laser-focused lawyer to actual friend, colleague and lover—further enhanced by Nick J. Russo’s narration.... Continue Reading →
Title: September (Pride and Joy: Book One) Author: Robert Winter Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 290 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The first third or so of this May/December romance was slow-going for me, but I’m glad I stuck through and got to join David and Brandon on their journey to a well-deserved HEA. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: There’s This Guy Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Slow burn romance between a man abused by life and a knight in slightly dented armor desperate to save him. Reviewed By: Caer Blurb: How do you save a drowning man when that drowning man is you?... Continue Reading →
Title: Crashing Waves (The Warfield Hotel Mysteries: Book Two) Author: C.J. Baty Publisher: Bottom Drawer Publishing Length: 193 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: C.J. Baty has created a good, tension and danger filled mystery with old southern family history and drama, and where everyone seems to have their own secrets. Reviewed By: Maryann... Continue Reading →
Title: Love After Love Author: Peter Styles Publisher: Self-Published Length: 156 Pages (plus the bonus novella, The CEO and the Artist) Category: Contemporary At a Glance: With a bit more exposition, these two short novels could have been just about perfect, but what we do get is still pretty fine. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: After... Continue Reading →
Title: Two Cowboys and a Baby Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 220 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I find these Dreamspun Desires books to be a fun and happy diversion from real life—particularly these days. This story is a complete hoot! Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A little bundle of joy means... Continue Reading →
Title: Danced Close (Portland Heat: Book Six) Author: Annabeth Albert Publisher: Lyrical Shine/Kensington Publishing Length: 132 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Overall, this was a big win for me. Aside from wanting to shout at the MCs a couple of times to “just talk, already!” I enjoyed it immensely. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Portland,... Continue Reading →
Title: Step by Step Author: K.C. Wells Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 256 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: As romances go, this story hit it out of the park. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Jamie’s life is one big financial mess, and it really isn’t his fault. However, the last thing he expected to find in... Continue Reading →
Title: To Steal His Heart (Matt Glenn: Book One) Author: Alec Nortan Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 123 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I have to say I liked the idea and plot of this story, and while the writing is somewhat simplistic, it makes for a fast read. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: The best... Continue Reading →
Title: True Colors (True Love) Author: Anyta Sunday Publisher: Self-Published Length: 226 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I couldn’t be happier that I decided to jump on this one! You guys should, without question, give it a go. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Oskar used to be Marco’s best friend. His everything. His sunshine yellow.... Continue Reading →
Title: Lickety Split Author: Damon Suede Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 286 Pages Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: The writing, the emotions, the storyline, I loved it all. Heartwarming moments and regretful realizations make this story memorable. Reviewed By: Lynn Blurb: Lickety Split: Love won’t wait. Patch Hastle grew up in a hurry, ditching East... Continue Reading →
Title: By the Numbers Authors: Chris Owen and Tory Temple Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 158 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story grabbed my attention at the meet-cute and word “puppies”, and turned out to be a simple and sweet and lovely little read. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: When Nathaniel, aka Deuce, arrives home... Continue Reading →
Title: Storm Season (Accidental Roots: Book One) Author: Elle Keaton Publisher: Dirty Dog Press Length: 308 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: To those who love a good mystery, be sure to put this one on your list. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: They say you can’t go home again, Adam Klay doesn’t intend to... Continue Reading →
Title: Sugar and Shakedowns Author: Peter Styles Publisher: Self-Published Length: 148 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: My one and only complaint about Sugar and Shakedowns is that it just isn’t long enough, but Styles has such a talent for creating lovable characters and, maybe most important of all, making me laugh, which went a... Continue Reading →
Title: The Curious Neighbor Author: R.W. Clinger Publisher: JMS Books LLC Length: 58 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: For me? This one didn’t quite work out. That being said, I’m sure there are plenty of people who would adore this quick little romance/mystery. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: After the death of his uncle, Dalton... Continue Reading →
Title: Sound Proof Author: C.A. Blocke Publisher: Less Than Three Press Length: 65 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I never really felt the connection between the two guys. I never found myself rooting for them, so a good part of the book just didn’t do anything for me. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: When Chris... Continue Reading →
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