Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: The Omega Objection Series: San Andreas Pack: Book Two Author: G.L. Carriger Publisher: Self-Published Length: 317 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: G.L. Carriger’s San Andreas Shifters series has taken the concept of pack and chosen family and, most especially, the roles of Alpha, Beta, and Omega, and made them into something just... Continue Reading →
Title: Earthly Pleasures Author: Sera Trevor Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 261 Pages Category: Historical, Fantasy At a Glance: Earthly Pleasures is a fun, quick fantasy with an interesting premise and story. Reviewed By: Jovan Blurb: Prince Paurick is a hedonistic degenerate—or at least that’s what his father and the rest of the royal family think... Continue Reading →
Title: The Architect & the Barista Series: The May/December Promenade: Book Two Author: Caraway Carter Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 278 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Architect & the Barista had some really good moments. The storyline was exciting and suspenseful, and the romance was realistic and sweet. However, for me, the novel just... Continue Reading →
Title: Gargoyle Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 1700 words/short story Category: Horror At a Glance: For being a short story, I thought J. Scott Coatsworth gave a good portrayal of the characters. It's a creepy, quick and easy read that leaves us with a lesson to be learned. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Phin’s Christmas Author: Bonnie Dee Publisher: Self-Published Length: 102 Pages Category: Holiday, Historical At a Glance: There is a cup of cheer and then some to celebrate in Phin’s Christmas. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Doubt invades a fairy-tale holiday. Excited to celebrate his first Christmas with his true love, Phin Abernathy searches for the... Continue Reading →
Title: The Stark Divide Series: Liminal Sky: Book One Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 284 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: What I liked most about The Stark Divide is how it incorporated the ship-mind into the story. I really enjoyed this inclusive, fast-paced read and can’t wait to see what happens... Continue Reading →
Title: Trex or Treat Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (2nd Edition) Length: 34 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Trex or Treat is short, it’s heartwarming, it’s sexy, and I totally enjoyed it. Happy Halloween! Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Josh Harris is all dad all the time. A busy college professor and devoted single... Continue Reading →
Title: Looking Forward Author: Michael Bailey Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 258 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Looking Forward is rather like two novels in one. While the second half of the book was a bit disjointed, the first half was emotionally devastating and so very well done. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Owen Hannity was... Continue Reading →
Title: For the Love of Luke Author: David C. Dawson Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Don’t let the title fool you! For the Love of Luke is a suspenseful and dark murder mystery, and I like how the author brought Luke and Rupert together and that it didn’t... Continue Reading →
Title: Lights and Sirens Series: Emergency Services: Book Two Author: Lisa Henry Publisher: Self-Published Length: 231 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: While there was often a bit too much technical information presented in the story, the connection between Matt and Hayden was realistic and gritty, indicative of the jobs they both loved. This one... Continue Reading →
Title: The Hunt Authors: J.M. Dabney and Davidson King Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 218 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: The Hunt is a well-written mystery that grabbed me from the start and became a page turner for me. Well done! Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Disgraced detective turned private investigator, Ray Clancy, left the... Continue Reading →
Title: Crashing Upwards Author: S.C. Wynne Publisher: Self-Published Length: 284 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: In the end, I appreciated this story for the ease with which I fell for its characters and how it engaged my emotions in their simplest form. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Harper Jones is a professional bike courier, and... Continue Reading →
Title: All He Ever Needed Author: Cate Ashwood Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 178 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: All He Ever Needed is a very nice romance and a feel good story. I just wish the epilogue had been a bit more forthcoming on the other minor issues that arose in the story, which... Continue Reading →
Title: Adder and Willow Series: The Rowan Harbor Cycle: Book Six Author: Sam Burns Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 155 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: I love me some Fletcher and Conner! The action in Rowan Harbor is really starting to pick up in this latest installment, more pieces of the puzzle are revealed, and... Continue Reading →
Title: Pack Up Your Troubles Author: Charlie Cochrane Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 132 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Fans of the author and fans of Historical Romance will each find something to love in this trilogy of stories. Pack Up Your Troubles is a treat for either, and is a book I enjoyed spending... Continue Reading →
Title: Anthem of the Dark Series: Anthem: Book Two Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 181 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: The story is suspenseful, intriguing, a little gory, and leaves not one clue as to who is behind the murders and why Daniel is the focus of a killer who will... Continue Reading →
Title: Life in Union Series: Summit City: Book Three Author: Ethan Day Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 257 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Life in Union is simply this: a sweet romance with a healthy side of humor and a soupçon of conflict to keep things real and remind us that into each relationship it's... Continue Reading →
Title: The Wilderness Series: Lavender Shores: Book Eight Author: Rosalind Abel Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 298 Pages Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: The Wilderness is different from the other seven books in the series, and took some time for me to get into, but I would venture to say fans of this series will... Continue Reading →
Title: Death Checks In Series: A Detective Heath Barrington Mystery: Book Three Author: David S. Pederson Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 242 Pages Category: Historical, Mystery At a Glance: Though some may find the pacing slow, I think it fits with the era. David Pederson does a great job with this classic murder mystery set... Continue Reading →
Title: Craft Brew Series: Trouble Brewing: Book Two Author: Layla Reyne Publisher: Carina Press Length: 304 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I loved this book even more than the first, and am now even more excited for the next one! Definitely hop on this series if you haven’t already! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Second Chance Ranch Series: Montana: Book Five Author: RJ Scott Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 201 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Montana series is just one of many entertaining RJ Scott offerings. It has mystery, danger, drama, heartbreak, humor, along with many wonderful characters who have become loving couples. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Traded Out Author: Samantha Wayland Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 75 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Well worth checking out! Jamie and Olle are fabulous together, and their story made for a fun, sexy, quick read! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Olle Svensson came to Canada to play hockey, but now he’s wondering if twenty-five... Continue Reading →
Title: Threepeat Series: Secrets: Book Three Authors: KC Wells and Parker Williams Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 340 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: I liked this book, overall. It was a great read, and it’s a solid addition to the series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Can two Doms open their hearts again for a... Continue Reading →
Title: Professor Adorkable Series: Domesticated Inc.: Book One Author: Edie Danford Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 302 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Cute title, cute cover, cute book. You should definitely check it out! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: What happens when a star-gazing professor falls for his hot young housekeeper? One heck of an earthy... Continue Reading →
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