Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: An Unexpected Sanctuary Author: Cassie Decker Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 33 Pages Category: Holiday, Sci-Fi At a Glance: A short but sweet dystopian set during Christmas with great characters. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: An aggressive super-flu pandemic wipes out a majority of the population over the course of one Christmas holiday—and brings Tobin and... Continue Reading →
Title: Surrendering for Two (Soul Match: Book Four) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 208 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, BDSM, Menage At a Glance: An excellent addition to the Soul Match series that reverses some of the previously common elements. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Strength is found when surrendering to destiny. Graham has suffered way... Continue Reading →
Title: Beauty and His Beast Author: Bey Deckard Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 151 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Fairy Tale At a Glance: Beauty and His Beast is the measuring stick of this author’s imagination and ability to evoke imagery through words. If you’re looking for something a little familiar yet just different enough to keep things... Continue Reading →
Title: The Werewolf Before Christmas Author: Charles Payseur Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 35 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Holiday At a Glance: Between Alec’s imperfect magic, his growing love for Ray, and some incredibly random situations, this is a perfect addition to the Advent Calendar. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: Ray seems like the perfect boyfriend—he’s gorgeous, incredibly... Continue Reading →
Title: Gummy Bears & Grenades (A THIRDS Novella Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 102 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Shifters, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Recommended for fans of the series. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: THIRDS agent Dexter J. Daley can’t wait to marry his fiancé, Team Leader Sloane Brodie, but first he’s looking forward... Continue Reading →
Title: In the Blood (Metahuman Files: Book Four) Author: Hailey Turner Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 373 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: Another amazing book by an author who is quickly becoming one of my favorites. I look forward to the next book in this awesome series. Reviewed By: Taz Blurb: Running out of time.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Gryphon King’s Consort Author: Jenn Burke Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Beyond Length: 210 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Shifters At a Glance: Not my favorite book in the Dreamspun Beyond line, but, for the most part, it was entertaining and enjoyable. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Love takes flight. The sudden death of the Gryphon King... Continue Reading →
Title: Archangel's Assassin Author: Barbara Elsborg Publisher: Self-Published Length: 209 Pages Category: Fantasy, Angels/Demons At a Glance: The first half or so of the book is pretty slow, but the rest is packed with fast-paced action that will keep your attention. I liked the story and the author's imagination. I'm rating with 3.5 stars. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: The Orchard of Flesh (Arcadia Trust: Book Two) Author: Christian Baines Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 264 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Paranormal At a Glance: Never one to dismiss a good cliffie, I can say that this one did its job in cementing my commitment to read the next book in the series, no... Continue Reading →
Title: Mirror Skin Author: Eric Del Carlo Publisher: Loose Id Length: 91 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I’m not quite sure exactly what I anticipated going into this story, but it certainly wasn’t what I ended up getting. It surprised me in a good way. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Seedy private detective... Continue Reading →
Title: The Remaking of Corbin Wale Author: Roan Parrish Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 237 Pages Category: Fantasy, Drama At a Glance: Roan Parrish has delivered an incredible story here. The characters, the beautiful imagery, the food (I want lemon-lavender pound cake and challah so bad), and the Chanukah magic made it a fabulous read. It’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Longing for Shelter (Alpha's Homestead: Book Three Author: Alex Jane Publisher: Self-Published Length: 264 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters, Western At a Glance: One of the things I enjoyed about Longing for Shelter is that it managed to engage my emotions towards the characters. I did have a couple of laughing-out-loud moments, especially when Seth... Continue Reading →
Title: Comic Book Romance (Spandex and Superpowers: Book Three) Author: Charles Payseur Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 43 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Humor At a Glance: Though short, the author managed to squeeze a lot of laughter and fun into the plot and didn’t leave any loose ends or unanswered questions, which is a skill in itself... Continue Reading →
Title: Tried & True (THIRDS: Book Ten) Author: Charlie Cochet Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 254 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I’m completely thrilled and blown away that Tried & True is the tenth book in this series, and that it was just as fantastic as I hoped it would be. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: In the Shadows (Metahuman Files: Book Three) Author: Hailey Turner Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 368 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: I think the thing I like best about the story (and the previous two) is the author’s careful way of immersing readers right into the heart of what’s going on. Her words evoke... Continue Reading →
Title: Vampire Claus Author: Robert Winter Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 112 Pages Category: Paranormal, Fantasy, Holiday At a Glance: Vampire Claus is a fascinating take on the vampire genre, and I’d love to see more of Taviano and Paul’s relationship now that Taviano has a territory Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: A lonely vampire and a... Continue Reading →
Title: The Consumption of Magic (Tales from Verania: Book Three) Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 450 Pages Category: High Fantasy At a Glance: I loved how Klune wrapped things up in this one and setup up the next chapter of the story. A Wish Upon the Stars is undoubtedly going to blow us... Continue Reading →
Title: Mad Lizard Mambo (Kai Gracen: Book Two) Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: DSP Publications Run Time: 8 hours and 49 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Filled with adventure, intrigue, twists, and turns, Mad Lizard Mambo is a non-stop thrill ride. Adding to this fantastical book is Greg Tremblay’s extraordinary narration. He... Continue Reading →
Title: The Last Grand Master (Champion of the Gods: Book One) Author: Andrew Q. Gordon Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: DSP Publications (3rd Edition) Run Time: 13 hours and 13 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: If you love the author or the narrator, buy this book. If you love fantasy with a gay twist, buy... Continue Reading →
Title: The Whore of New Slum Author: T.A. Chase Publisher: MLR Press Length: 119 Pages Category: Fantasy, Cyberpunk/Steampunk, Alt U, Dystopian At a Glance: Fascinating dystopian world where the savior is not someone others would consider a hero. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: While visiting his dying sister, Wendall meets a man who changes his life, putting into... Continue Reading →
Title: The Virgin Incubus (Fangs, Fur and Fae Detective Agency: Book One) Author: Stephani Hecht Publisher: MLR Press Length: 105 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: A book that has a lot of potential, but moved too quickly and fell a little short of its mark. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Born part human, part fairy, and part... Continue Reading →
Title: Cronin's Key II Author: N.R. Walker Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 42 minutes Category: Urban Fantasy, Vampires At a Glance: It really is nice when a series has the same narrator throughout. Here, the balance between the lovers and the story mesh really well. Walker gives Leslie a fine... Continue Reading →
Title: Camp H.O.W.L. (Dreamspun Beyond) Author: Bru Baker Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 238 Pages Category: Paranormal, Fantasy, Shifters At a Glance: Camp H.O.W.L. turned out to be such a fun read! More good stuff from the Dreamspun Beyond line from Dreamspinner. Definitely check this one out, guys! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Moonmates exist, but getting... Continue Reading →
Title: Tap-Dancing the Minefields Author: Lyn Gala Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 334 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: Lyn Gala has created a fantastic alternate reality filled with an array of characters who span the gap between human and alien, and tell this story through sharp dialogue and shared experiences. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Sometimes... Continue Reading →
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