Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: The Virgin Manny (The Mannies) Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 228 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Virgin Manny is the perfect light-hearted way to finish out 2016 and start over with a fresh palate. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Growing up and falling in love... Sometimes family is a blessing... Continue Reading →
Title: New Eyes Author: T.K. Paige Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 68 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sometimes it’s nice to take a step back and read something that just leaves a happy feeling, and this story did just that. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Sometimes, all it takes to find what you need is to... Continue Reading →
Title: Acting Up Author: John Inman Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Although not my favorite by this author, I did enjoy this lighthearted comical romance. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: It’s not easy breaking into show biz. Especially when you aren’t exactly loaded with talent. But Malcolm Fox won’t let... Continue Reading →
Title: Family Obligations Authors: Vivien Dean and Rick R. Reed Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 43 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I absolutely loved this book. Reviewed By: Lynn Blurb: Tate D’Angelo always thought he knew who his father was: beloved doctor, devoted husband and father…. Everyone at the funeral shared the same glowing stories... Continue Reading →
Title: Bullet (Blue Boy Studio: Book One) Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Self-Published Length: 105 Pages Category: Contemporary Erotica At a Glance: There are more than a few super erotic moments in Bullet, and Garrett Leigh’s moody and broody MCs bring no small amount of angst to this short and sexy novel Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Misfits Author: Garrett Leigh Narrator: Craig Beck Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 6 hours and 43 minutes Category: Contemporary, Polyamory At a Glance: I highly, highly recommend this audio, whether you have or haven’t read the book already. It’s so worth a listen! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Restaurant owner Tom Fearnes has loved his... Continue Reading →
Title: Boots Author: Angel Martinez Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 113 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: A charming romance with a fairytale twist. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Willem’s lost his job and his boyfriend, and now possibly his mind when his cat calls him a nitwit. Willem’s father never approved of his artistic talents, his... Continue Reading →
Title: Heart’s Gamble Author: S.J. Frost Publisher: MLR Press Pages: 97 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: An engaging story, revolving around a difficult subject matter, which managed to pack an emotional punch in its shorter length! Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Shawn Carlisle has dedicated his life to rescuing horses. Having grown up around the... Continue Reading →
Title: Different Names for the Same Thing Author: Francis Gideon Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 78 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Recommended, particularly for anyone who is interested in exploring a thoughtful trans romance. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: The last time Joël Paquet was in New York City, he nearly died. Too distracted by his... Continue Reading →
Title: No Small Parts (A Bluewater Bay Novel) Author: Ally Blue Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 204 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This is book sixteen in the Bluewater Bay universe, and I have to say it brings some life back into this series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Nat Horn is almost living the dream.... Continue Reading →
Title: Catch and Release (The Release Series: Book Three Author: BA Tortuga Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 230 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’ve read many books by BA Tortuga, and I have to say that Catch and Release is different in a good way. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Dakota Landry just got out of... Continue Reading →
Title: Striking Sparks Author: Ari McKay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Length: 214 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Striking Sparks is a well executed enemies-to-lovers tale. Reviewed By: Angel Blurb: The stakes are high and the heat is on. Beau Walker, owner of the Barbecue Shack, needs the help of Jake Parnell, his one-time rival... Continue Reading →
Title: Acceptable Behavior (Marked Men: Book One) Author: Jenna Byrnes Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 172 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: In spite of not being a fan of Sam's sister, I liked the storyline Jenna Byrnes put together. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Tattoos don’t define a person’s character, or make him sexy. But, if... Continue Reading →
Title: Prince of the Playhouse (Love in Laguna: Book Three) Author: Tara Lain Narrator: K.C. Kelly Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 41 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: K.C. Kelly’s narration is top notch, and made this story better. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Driven by his desire to become a successful fashion... Continue Reading →
Title: Plaid versus Paisley (Fabric Hearts Series) Author: KC Burn Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 216 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Though some of the primary themes weren't my favorite, this was still an enjoyable read. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Two years after his life fell apart, Will Dawson moved to Florida to start over.... Continue Reading →
Title: Grand Opening (Kiss of Leather: Book Four) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 144 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: Another excellent addition to the series that focuses on the opening of the club, and David and Josh’s relationship. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The men of Kiss of Leather celebrate a beginning, but will... Continue Reading →
Title: The ‘True Love’ Solution Author: Julie Bozza Publisher: Manifold Press Length: 176 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Archie, Leonard, and the strength of the opening chapters and the final chapter saved this one for me. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Jules Madigan loves his family and he loves his job. The only thing he’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Hanging the Stars (Half Moon Bay: Book Two) Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 206 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery At a Glance: Though I had some minor issues with this second book in the Half Moon Bay series, Hanging the Stars is still a fun way to spend a weekend. Reviewed By: Cassie... Continue Reading →
Title: Idlewild Author: Jude Sierra Publisher: Interlude Press Length: 250 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sierra’s prose is so lovely and rich. She has such a pretty way of getting the story told. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Asher Schenck and his husband John opened their downtown gastropub at the start of Detroit’s revival. Now,... Continue Reading →
Title: Just Juliet Author: Charlotte Reagan Publisher: Inkitt Length: 224 Pages Category: Young Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: A sweet love story between two high school girls. Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Juliet represents the road less traveled. Will Lena take it? Lena Newman is 17, her best friend’s a cheerleader, her boyfriend’s a football player,... Continue Reading →
Title: Angel Voices Author: Rowan Speedwell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 56 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: I was sadly underwhelmed by this one. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: One frigid winter night a week before Christmas, college student Will stumbles into a church during choir practice, bruised by his own father’s hands. He’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Summer Lessons (Winter Ball: Book Two) Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 260 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: This series is a delight! If only we were all lucky enough to find such a wonderful group of friends. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Mason Hayes’s love life has a long history... Continue Reading →
Title: Safe Haven Author: Caitlin Ricci Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 151 Pages Category: Contemporary, Menage At a Glance: A good story that got repetitive at times but had interesting characters. Blurb: Being alone was what Blake had always needed before his new team of bodyguards arrived. Now things might be very different. At seven years old, Blake’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Only Forever Author: Scotty Cade Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 134 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Read this story with your rose-colored glasses firmly in place. This is a ROMANTIC heartwarming tale, a curl up in a chair with a good book kind of story, and I highly recommend it. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb:... Continue Reading →
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