Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: The Penitent Pirate (Pirates of Port Royal: Book Two) Author: Jules Radcliffe Publisher: Loose Id Length: 305 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Yes, this is a swoon worthy pirate adventure, and I enjoyed every minute of it. If anything, this book is even better than the first one in the series. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: Hot Air: A Villainous Love Story Author: T.J. Land Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 181 Pages Category: Fantasy, Superheroes At a Glance: Adorably klutzy villain and his edgy hero—another Villainous Love Story book, and honestly, each one just keeps getting better. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Bluster is the most incompetent supervillain around. He’s a klutz. He’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Fool of Main Beach (Love in Laguna: Book Five) Author: Tara Lain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 274 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I totally recommend this book and this series from Tara Lain. If you are looking for solid romance with a sprinkling of angst and a heartwarming HEA, then this book and... Continue Reading →
Title: Dream of a Waking Man (Tales from Foster High: Book Ten) Author: John Goode Publisher: Self-Published Length: 376 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: John Goode does not spare us from the hate and bigotry that exists in this world, but he tempers it with love, friendship and a passion to do the right... Continue Reading →
Title: Dalí Author: E.M. Hamill Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 253 Pages Category: Sci-fi/Fantasy At a Glance: One of my favorite trans science fiction novels of the year! 5 stars and a page turner. Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Dalí Tamareia has everything—a young family and a promising career as an Ambassador in the Sol Fed Diplomatic... Continue Reading →
Title: Raise It Up Author: Nick Wilgus Publisher: Dreamspinner Press/Harmony Ink Length: 350 Pages Category: Historical, Teen Fiction At a Glance: I could go on and on—this novel was just brilliant. Raise It Up by Nick Wilgus may not be an easy read but it is so worth the effort. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Secrets... Continue Reading →
Title: Facing Fears (Kiss of Leather: Book Seven) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 151 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: More of Liam, and Tobey gets his story as well. A great addition to the series! Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: As the men of Kiss of Leather celebrate the resolution of the case... Continue Reading →
Title: A Second Harvest Author: Eli Easton Narrator: Will Tulin Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 40 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: In the end, I was unimpressed with the strength of this narrator to convey the beauty of author Eli Easton’s words. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: David Fisher has lived by the... Continue Reading →
Title: Dim Sum Asylum Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 9 hours and 44 minutes Category: Urban Fantasy At a Glance: I can’t recommend this book highly enough. Buy it, you need to have it in your collection if you like your M/M fiction to have more than one note.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Long and Winding Road (Bear, Otter, and the Kid Chronicles: Book Four) Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 346 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I can’t imagine how hard it was for TJ Klune to say goodbye to these guys. I feel so lucky to have Bear, Otter and the Kid,... Continue Reading →
Title: Barrel Proof (Agents Irish and Whiskey: Book Three) Author: Layla Reyne Publisher: Carina Press Length: 189 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Be sure to take a couple deep breaths before you start Barrel Proof. The action is nonstop and there’s a double-punch ending that will leave you on the edge of your... Continue Reading →
Title: Antisocial Author: Heidi Cullinan Publisher: Self-Published Length: 460 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: Antisocial is an outstanding book and one that I would highly recommend. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: A single stroke can change your world. Xander Fairchild can’t stand people in general and frat boys in particular, so when he’s... Continue Reading →
Title: Trans Liberty Riot Brigade Author: L.M. Pierce Publisher: NineStar Press Length: 215 Pages Category: Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Dystopian At a Glance: This dark dystopian fiction will punch you in the face and have you begging for more. 5 Stars and a Page Turner! Reviewed By: Ben Blurb: Andi knows being born an intersex “Transgressor” and then... Continue Reading →
Title: Cutting Cords (Kiss of Leather: Book Six) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 136 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: If you’re a fan of the series, I highly recommend you read this book. If you haven’t read the series, I suggest you start with book one first. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: Cutie and the Beast (Fae Out of Water: Book One) Author: E.J. Russell Publisher: Riptide Publishing Length: 303 Pages Category: Urban Fantasy, Action/Adventure At a Glance: Entertaining, sweet, and action packed, this novel had it all, and was a delightful read from beginning to end. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Temp worker David Evans has... Continue Reading →
Title: Spectred Isle (Green Men: Book One) Author: K.J. Charles Publisher: Self-Published Length: 243 Pages Category: Historical, Paranormal/Fantasy At a Glance: Spectred Isle blends the paranormal with the historical and comes out with a winning story that fully entertains. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Archaeologist Saul Lazenby has been all but unemployable since his disgrace during... Continue Reading →
Title: New Orleans Second Lines Author: Lynn Lorenz Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (2nd Edition) Length: 246 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: For me, this is a 5 star read. After reading this second edition, I loved how Lynn Lorenz segued all three stories into one. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Matt and Lane grew up together,... Continue Reading →
Title: To Touch You (Mates: Book Four) Author: Cardeno C. Publisher: Self-Published Length: 260 Pages Category: Paranormal At a Glance: An enjoyable story that adds to the Mates series and ties the other books together. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: “His name is Salvatore Rossi. He’s a vampire. And he’s my true mate.” By not relying on anyone... Continue Reading →
Title: Lavender Author: Xavier Axelson Publisher: JMS Books Length: 84 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Lavender is a study in healing after being torn apart. It is honest, unvarnished and often difficult to read, and yet beautiful in its resolution. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Following the sudden death of his father, Lawrence "Law" Crow... Continue Reading →
Title: Red Fish, Dead Fish (Fish Out of Water: Book Two) Author: Amy Lane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 330 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I hope Amy Lane has more plans for the Fish Out of Water series; I’m hooked! Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: They must work together to stop a psychopath—and save each... Continue Reading →
Title: Axios: A Spartan Tale Author: Jaclyn Osborn Publisher: Self-Published Length: 334 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Jaclyn Osborn makes no attempt at subtlety here. The romance in this novel is a strategic attack on the defenseless heart. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: I am Axios of Sparta, and I was born to kill. At... Continue Reading →
Title: Comes a Horseman (Echoes Rising: Book Three) Author: Anne Barwell Publisher: DSP Publications Length: 230 Pages Category: Historical, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Anne Barwell delivers such an emotional and intense ending to her Echoes Rising series. This WWII historical drama has danger, chaos, betrayal, bigotry, revenge, and suspenseful moments that will keep you on... Continue Reading →
Title: Saving Sebastian (Custos Securities: Book Three) Author: Luna David Publisher: Self-Published Length: 525 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: I loved this story. I loved the BDSM elements to it, which were treated with respect and accuracy. Sebastian and Gideon were perfect for each other. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Gideon McCade--weighed down by... Continue Reading →
Title: Pent Up Author: Damon Suede Narrator: Christopher Kipiniak Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 12 hours and 46 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: The narration here takes Suede’s words and makes them come to life. The story is fully acted, and you can really get a feel for the emotions and motivations of the... Continue Reading →
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