Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Cutie Pies Author: Barbara Bell Length: 116 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Cutie Pies is a cute little novella, and Bell keeps the lighthearted fun going throughout most of the story. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Joey works at Cutie Pies, the smallest adult store in Sydney. After his parents kicked him out years... Continue Reading →
Title: Second Wind Author: Aimee Nicole Walker Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 236 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Second Wind is a story of romance and being true to yourself that takes the reader on an emotional journey. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: Second wind: a new strength or energy to continue something that is an... Continue Reading →
Title: First Impressions Author: Jay Hogan Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 320 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: First Impressions was aptly named, both from my reading experience and for Josh and Michael. Despite a rocky start for me, I stuck with it and am glad I did since I ended up quite liking this romance... Continue Reading →
Title: A Simple Suburban Murder Series: Tom and Scott Mysteries: Book One Author: Mark Richard Zubro Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin/Macmillan Length: 224 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Despite some reservations, I felt this was an intriguing start to a fine mystery series and an above average debut for a now seasoned author. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Pick Up Series: Up Red Creek: Book One Author: Allison Temple Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 337 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Temple has a very nice start to her series here. I smiled and/or laughed through just about all of it. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Kyle’s life is going backwards. He wanted... Continue Reading →
Title: Promise Me We’ll Be Okay Author: Nell Iris Publisher: JMS Books Length: 92 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Sweet and earnest, Promise Me We’ll Be Okay is a feel-good, second chances story that scores all the sentimental romantic points. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: What do you do when your past comes knocking? Six... Continue Reading →
Title: Semblance Author: Chris E. Saros Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 230 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This was my first time reading Chris E. Saros, and Semblance was a fairly good read. The pace and writing are good, and the plot isn’t too complicated but definitely has grit. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Drake isn’t... Continue Reading →
Title: Healing Author: Stevie Woods Publisher: MLR Press Length: 63 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: All in all, this was an enjoyable little suspense novella with an intriguing political subplot. Even though it felt a little unfinished to me, I would still recommend if you’re looking for a quick read. Reviewed By: Lindsey... Continue Reading →
Title: Forsaken Author: J.R. Gray Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 300 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Forsaken is a thoughtful and introspective look at free-will vs. blind faith, and I appreciated its message despite a slight reservation or two about its execution. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Titus has lived and breathed religion his entire life,... Continue Reading →
Title: Losing It Series: Ringside Romance: Book Four Author: Christine d'Abo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 229 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m so glad I read this one. If you’ve been reading the series, I have no doubt that Losing It is a solid addition to the set. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Finn Miller... Continue Reading →
Title: Hearts and Flour Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 87 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: This is mostly a low angst, nicely paced, humorous short Valentine story. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Can a raw food enthusiast find love with a guy who bakes cupcakes? When Micah Truveen’s devoted health-food customers... Continue Reading →
Title: And the Next Thing You Know… Series: Why You?: Book Two Author: Chase Taylor Hackett Publisher: Lyrical Press/Kensington Publishing Length: 290 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: An enemies-to-lovers story that focuses on the enemies more so than the lovers part of the equation. Despite its flaws and that it took a little while... Continue Reading →
Title: A Temporary Situation Author: H.L. Day Publisher: Loose Id Length: 288 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Get ready for a sweet tooth fix. For those who love adorably cute and light romances with quirky characters. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Personal assistant Dominic is a consummate professional. Funny then, that he harbors such unprofessional... Continue Reading →
Title: Sheep's Clothing Author: Elin Gregory Publisher: Manifold Press Length: 38 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I loved the originality of this fun little read. Definitely check this one out if you’re in the mood for something different that will make you chuckle! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: A terrifying personal change plus a family... Continue Reading →
Title: The Teddy Bear Club Series: The Teddy Bear Club: Book One Author: Sean Michael Narrator: John Solo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Dreamspun Desires Run Time: 5 hours and 9 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: John Solo has a lovely voice for this kind of work; he has a slow and gentle style that works really... Continue Reading →
Title: Blood Visions Series: Visions: Book One Author: LJ Hamlin Publisher: Less Than Three Press Length: 294 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: The story’s pace is somewhat bogged down with the author’s detailed description of what is happening, but I hope the series continues as I can’t wait to see more of Ronan... Continue Reading →
Title: Again Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Nick J Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 3 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Just a taste of a compelling relationship. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Six years ago, Noah Wheeler went to meet his boyfriend, Dante Cerreto, at the airport, and his world ended. Dante... Continue Reading →
Title: Who We Truly Are Series: Enhanced: Book Two Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 206 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Paranormal At a Glance: Who We Truly Are had some good moments and did the job it had to, which is to keep the reader engaged and questioning long enough to hanker after a third... Continue Reading →
Title: HeartOn Series: Full Hearts: Book Two Author: Amy Jo Cousins Publisher: Self-Published Length: 196 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Even though I didn’t connect with Carlos and Deion's story on the same level I did with Josh and Benji’s, I absolutely still enjoyed the book. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: When an injury sidelines... Continue Reading →
Title: You Never Know Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 27 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Buy the book for the expert narration, but be prepared to overlook a few story flaws so you can just immerse yourself in the ride and enjoy it. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Misletoe Kiss Author: Ruby Moone Publisher: JMS Books Length: 89 Pages Category: Historical, Holiday At a Glance: I thoroughly enjoyed this historical holiday novella about two lonely men who manage to overcome some terrible circumstances to find a happy ending. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Widowed bookseller Lawrence Fenton has spent a lonely lifetime... Continue Reading →
Title: That Rat, Carter Janson Series: States of Love Author: Amy Spector Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 106 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: All in all, That Rat, Carter Janson was a fun read, if a bit predictable, and was absolutely an enjoyable way to spend an evening. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Every man has... Continue Reading →
Title: On Solid Ground Author: Quinn Anderson Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 145 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: On Solid Ground is a fine story with some pretty intense moments but no real emotional payout, relationship-wise. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Chance Crawford and Kit Gibbons are on the cusp of an epic office romance. After... Continue Reading →
Title: Get Up Author: Reece Pine Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 193 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This one took me a while to really get into, but by about the halfway mark, things picked up. In the end, I’m glad I pushed through. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Recently dumped (again) for being cold, Guy... Continue Reading →
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