Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Soul to Keep Series: Rented Heart: Book Two Author: Garrett Leigh Publisher: Self-Published Length: 210 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I loved the easy flow of the story and found myself quickly caught up in it. I also loved the little surprises the author threw in, and, as always, am eagerly anticipating the... Continue Reading →
Title: Fox and Birch Series: The Rowan Harbor Cycle: Book Three Author: Sam Burns Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 166 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: A great addition to this fabulous series. I love the mystery/suspense/paranormal with a side of romance plot and can’t wait to see what is in store next! Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Oskar Blows a Gasket Authors: Claire Davis and Al Stewart Publisher: Beaten Track Publishing Length: 263 Pages Category: New Adult, Contemporary At a Glance: Oskar Blows a Gasket is a coming of age novel filled with all the pathos and humorous undercurrents of a John Hughes film. Or, all the humor with a healthy... Continue Reading →
Title: American Road Trip Author: Sarah Black Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 86 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Welcome back, Sarah Black! As always, this is a strong, character driven story where the setting is a vibrant and vital aspect of the story. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A single moment—or a single mistake—can change everything.... Continue Reading →
Title: Rome and Jules Series: Dreamspun Beyond Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 242 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: Each new twist and turn left me wanting more on this journey. And, unlike the original Romeo and Juliet, this book does have a happy ending. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: Two werewolf households,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Company We Keep Author: Kay Simone Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 310 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kay Simone is quickly becoming an auto-buy author, owing to my love of a plotty romance, which she is adept at delivering. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Dirty money. A wanted man. The deal of a lifetime.... Continue Reading →
Title: Leaning Into the Look Series: Leaning Into: Book Six Author: Lane Hayes Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 222 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Leaning Into the Look is sweet, it's loud, it's colorful, it will make you smile, and it will make you want to keep reading. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Grant Kostas made... Continue Reading →
Title: Twisted and Tied Series: Marshals: Book Four Author: Mary Calmes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 266 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: As amazing as this book was, it didn’t knock Tied Up in Knots out of the top spot for me as my fave of the series, and one of my favorites of all... Continue Reading →
Title: The Blueprint Series: The Game: Book One Author: S.E. Harmon Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 270 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I liked The Blueprint a lot and am looking forward to the second part of the story and to Kelly and Blue getting their HEA! Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: Kelly Cannon is satisfied... Continue Reading →
Title: The Law of Love Author: Fyn Alexander Publisher: Loose Id Length: 225 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: A well written, compelling historical with excellent characters and a lot at stake. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: In 1920s England, the penalty for a homosexual act is two years' hard labor. Two men cannot kiss or... Continue Reading →
Title: Anthem of the Sea Series: Anthem: Book One Author: Thom Collins Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 165 Pages Category: Contemporary, Murder Mystery At a Glance: In creating these characters, Thom Collins takes us along on a high seas mystery with more than just a storm brewing. He is a master at creating a great murder... Continue Reading →
Title: Broken in Silence Series: Demons and Wolves: Book One Author: Katze Snow Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 223 Pages Category: Paranormal, Fantasy At a Glance: Broken in Silence plumbs the darkest depths to bring you the beginning of a gripping saga that I am convinced cannot end well and yet—and yet—Tannerian is a clever wolf... Continue Reading →
Title: Searching for My Killer Author: Edward Kendrick Publisher: JMS Books Length: 26k Words Category: Paranormal, Mystery At a Glance: This sequel to Ghostly Investigations was a pleasant surprise for me. It’s nicely paced and fun to read, with plenty of mystery and a host of interesting suspects. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Sequel to Ghostly... Continue Reading →
Title: Bromantically Yours Author: K.C. Wells Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 97 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story managed to keep the reader on their toes without falling into the terrible trope of issues that would be resolved if only the lovers would talk to each other. It was refreshing to encounter a story... Continue Reading →
Title: The Winning Edge Author: Keira Andrews Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 215 Pages Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: The Winning Edge was a lovely romance between two very different men who both had family pressures to overcome before they could ever come out to the world. It's sure to come in first place with... Continue Reading →
Title: Hard Bitten Author: M.K. York Publisher: Carina Press Length: 293 Pages Category: Contemporary, Suspense/Thriller At a Glance: Overall this book was fantastic. Another compelling read that I absolutely could not put down. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Rule number one: hands off the witness As a newbie public defender, Mark Eliades is stuck defending DUIs.... Continue Reading →
Title: Barricade Author: Lindsey Black Publisher: Netherwood Press/Kindle Unlimited Length: 342 Pages Category: Post-Apocalyptic/Dystopian At a Glance: This post-apocalyptic tale was surprising and not at all what I am used to. I’m so glad I gave it a try, and recommend it for others who enjoy this genre. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: The Barricade is... Continue Reading →
Title: Love on a Battlefield Author: Posy Roberts Publisher: Self-Published Length: 126 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: These guys are great together, and I have no doubt that other readers will love them as much as I did. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Not every compass points north. Andrew Summers is forced to spend his... Continue Reading →
Title: A Taste of Copper Author: Elin Gregory Publisher: Manifold Press Length: 104 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Author Elin Gregory uses every page of her novella to paint the story of unrequited love. For such a short novella, I was thrilled by the lush quality of this author’s writing. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Dead Speak Series: Cold Case Psychic: Book One Author: Pandora Pine Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 214 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Pandora Pine weaves the tension, both situational and sexual, throughout the book wonderfully, right up to the final climax. Reviewed By: Jenn Blurb: Demoted to the cold case squad after shooting... Continue Reading →
Title: A Detached Raider Series: The Black Raiders: Book One Author: Ana Night Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 355 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Author Ana Night has constructed a rollercoaster ride of a serial murder mystery in which the murders are not the only thing to keep you guessing. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Once Upon a Wolf Series: Wayward Wolves: Book One Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 96 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: This one was lots of fun, you guys. Once Upon a Wolf is definitely a softer side of this author, but there is also intrigue, suspense, and even a teeny... Continue Reading →
Title: Sinister Justice Series: A Jake Finnegan Mystery: Book Two Author: Steve Pickens Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Length: 313 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Steve Pickens brings his setting to life with vivid and colorful descriptions. His writing is clear and the pace is just right, making the storyline easy to follow and yet... Continue Reading →
Title: Being With Him Series: Horizons: Book Six Author: Mickie B. Ashling Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 137 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday At a Glance: The only problem I had with this story was the length. I hope the author chooses to write more about Zeb and Alex. They are both incredibly sweet characters who have their... Continue Reading →
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