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 →
Review: Draakenwood by Jordan L. Hawk
Title: Draakewood (Whyborne & Griffin: Book Nine Author: Jordan L. Hawk Publisher: Self-Published Length: 246 Pages Category: Paranormal, Historical At a Glance: I will admit that this one wasn’t my absolute favorite of the series—for now, I think Maelstrom is still sitting in that spot—but, there is no denying that it’s fantastic. Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Secured and Free by Z. Allora
We're so pleased to welcome author Z. Allora on the tour for her latest release, Secured and Free. She's sharing a couple of snippets from the book with us, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out the entry details below. Welcome, Z.! Greetings! I want to thank The Novel Approach for... Continue Reading →
Guest Post, Excerpt, and Giveaway: Sunset at Pencarrow by Lou Sylvre and Anne Barwell
We're so pleased to welcome author Lou Sylvre today on the Sunset at Pencarrow blog tour, a novel she penned with fellow author Anne Barwell. They've got some great things to share, including a giveaway, so be sure to check out the Rafflecopter widget for entry details. Welcome, Lou! Hi! I’m Lou Sylvre and I’m... Continue Reading →
Review: Back Home by RJ Scott
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 →
Review: Counterblow by Iosbel Starling
Title: Counterblow (Shatterproof Bond: Book Four) Author: Isobel Starling Publisher: Self-Published Length: 169 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This was a non-stop action filled story just as the others have been. But this time we really got a sense of how deeply Declan loves Sam, and how far he will go to make... Continue Reading →
Review: Cherished by Two by Morticia Knight
Title: Cherished by Two (Soul Match: Book Two) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 149 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, BDSM, Ménage At a Glance: A strong sequel to the first Soul Match book that explores the relationship between Lasar, Nary, and Chris even more while revealing the trouble in Alasharian society. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Destiny... Continue Reading →
Exclusive Excerpt and Character Profile: Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch by L.A. Merrill
We're so pleased to welcome author L.A. Merrill to TNA today to celebrate the release of her new States of Love novella, Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch. Welcome, L.A.! Character Profile: Jen Walsh Sometimes my favorite character in a story—whether it’s one I’ve written or one I’m reading—isn’t the main character. I love secondary characters.... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveway: Heels Over Head by Elyse Springer
Please help us welcome author Elyse Springer to TNA today on the Heels Over Head blog tour. She's here to share a few random facts about diving with us, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out the details for that below. Welcome, Elyse! Hello, and welcome to the blog tour for Heels... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: The Mystery of Nevermore Audiobook Tour with C.S. Poe
Hi, everyone, welcome to The Mystery of Nevermore audiobook tour. We're so pleased to have C.S. Poe dropping in today to chat about narrator extraordinaire, Derrick McClain, and how he carried off the perfect performance. And there's even a blooper reel that proves it takes more than one take to pull it off! Enjoy and... Continue Reading →
Review: Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch by L.A. Merrill
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 →
Audio Review: Don’t Twunk with My Heart by Renae Kaye ~ Narrated by Joel Leslie
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 →
Review: Quarry by Elizabeth Noble
Title: Quarry (The Vampire Guard: Book Two) Author: Elizabeth Noble Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 190 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense, Paranormal At a Glance: Elizabeth Noble’s writing style is easy and natural, pleasant and not overdone. Humor and technical details also reveal that the author has a skillful way of breathing life into her characters, making them... Continue Reading →
Review: Permanent Jet Lag by A.N. Casey
Title: Permanent Jet Lag Author: A.N. Casey Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 222 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This one should definitely come with an Extreme Feels warning. But, don’t let that scare you off! Grab this one, guys. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Nineteen-year-old Lucas Burke prefers being alone. He likes the silence, and he... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Fraud Twice Felt by J.T. Hall
Please join us in welcoming author J.T. Hall to TNA today on the tour for her new novel, Fraud Twice Felt. She's talking villains today, and there's also a great giveaway courtesy of Riptide Publishing, so be sure to check out the entry details below. Welcome, J.T.! The Making of a Great Villain To me,... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Road to the Sun by Keira Andrews
We're so pleased to welcome author Keira Andrews today on the tour for her latest release, Road to the Sun. She's here today to talk May/December romance (one of my faves!), and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out the entry details below. Welcome, Keira! Thanks so much to birthday girl Lisa... Continue Reading →
Review: Hook-Ups #2: Zahn and Deimos from Class Comics (NSFW)
Title: Hook-Ups #2: Zahn and Deimos Author: Patrick Fillion Publisher: Class Comics Length: 28 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: The art here is damn fine and the plot is stronger than many other Class Comics books. Reviewed By: Queue Blurb: HURNON, that dastardly COLLECTOR is up to his no-good tricks once again! This time,... Continue Reading →
Review: Elpída by C. Kennedy
Title: Elpída (Elpída: Book Three) Author: C. Kennedy Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Harmony Ink Length: 350 Pages Category: Contemporary, Teen Fiction At a Glance: Elpída is a glorious conclusion to a stunning series that dares to expose the abuse that goes on every moment of every day in our world. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: ελπίδα. Elpída. Greek.... Continue Reading →
Review: Shadow Fray by Bradley Lloyd
Title: Shadow Fray (Shadow Fray: Book One) Author: Bradley Lloyd Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 248 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: Gritty urban science fiction meets one of my favorite tropes, enemies to lovers, and the incredible pacing coupled with a slow burn romance gives this story a delicious heat. Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Family... Continue Reading →
DSP Publications Presents: Genre Talk and a Giveaway with Carole Cummings and Bradley Lloyd
Hi, everyone, and welcome to the latest edition of Genre Talk here on The Novel Approach Reviews. Today DSP Publications author Bradley Lloyd is here to give us a look at his new Science Fiction release Shadow Fray, book one of the Round One series, and he’s doing a giveaway we’re pretty sure you’ll want... Continue Reading →
Guest Post and Giveaway: Elpída by Cody Kennedy
Please help us welcome author Cody Kennedy today on the tour for his latest release, Elpída, book three in the Elpída series. We're happy to help Cody celebrate today, so enjoy, and also be sure to check out the giveaway too. Welcome, Cody! It’s Release Day for Elpída! An Unabashed Plea from Cody Kennedy A... Continue Reading →
Cover Reveal, Excerpt and Giveaway: The Palisade by Rosalind Abel
We're thrilled to bits to be bringing you the exclusive cover reveal for The Palisade, the first book in a brand new romance series by author Rosalind Abel. We're also celebrating Rosalind's birthday today, so be sure to check out the special giveaway below to enter for a chance to win a $20 Amazon Gift... Continue Reading →
Review: Laurent and the Beast by K.A. Merikan
Title: Laurent and the Beast (Kings of Hell MC: Book One) Author: K.A. Merikan Publisher: Self-Published Length: 320 Pages Category: Gothic Horror, Action/Adventure At a Glance: I absolutely recommend this book, but be aware: it is dark, it is gritty, it contains triggers of violence, language, explicit scenes, and morally ambiguous characters, but it also... Continue Reading →
Review: Lace by K.C. Wells
Title: Lace Author: K.C. Wells Publisher: Self-Published Length: 124 Pages Category: Contemporary Erotic Romance At a Glance: A short, sexy read with some kink in it. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: When Shawn’s best mate Dave breaks up with his girlfriend, Shawn tries not to get his hopes up. After all, Dave’s still straight, right? Wrong.... Continue Reading →

