Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Wes’ Denial (Tease and Denial: Book Two) Author: Joseph Lance Tonlet Publisher: Self-Published Length: 301 Pages Category: EROTICA, BDSM, D/s, DEGRADATION, SPH, BITTERSWEET At a Glance: This is in no way a “typical” romance, but the all-consuming love of these men for each other and what they gift to each other in total adoration... Continue Reading →
Title: Personal Entanglement (Thorne and Dash: Book Two) Author: Silvia Violet Publisher: Self-Published Length: 219 Pages (Kindle) Category: Contemporary, D/s At a Glance: The intensity between the two men is continued in this book, and the ending was a joy to read. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Several months ago Thorne hired Riley as an escort.... Continue Reading →
Title: Tales of Amaranth: The Boxed Set Author: Thom Lane Publisher: Loose Id Length: 536 Pages Category: Fantasy, BDSM At a Glance: I loved this series as a whole. The world building was excellent, as were the characterizations. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: In Amaranth, there are two kinds of men: slaves and the men who own them.... Continue Reading →
Title: Against the Rules (Boundaries: Book Two) Author: A.R. Barley Publisher: Carina Press Length: 169 Pages Category: Contemporary Romance, BDSM At a Glance: While this book might work on every level for some readers, it failed to deliver for me. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Kelly O'Connor's out of control. An RA at Halton University, he... Continue Reading →
Title: Brass Rags Author: JL Merrow Publisher: JMS Books Pages/Word Count: 30 Pages At a Glance: JL Merrow takes the reader on a humorous little romp back in time. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: In early twentieth century England, a good valet can be damned hard to come by -- at least, when one’s requirements are... Continue Reading →
Title: Bondage Rescue (Kiss of Leather: Book Three) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 156 Pages At a Glance: Third book in a series that tackles tough issues with great characters. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Kyle’s best friend Marshall resurfaces and he’s in a lot of trouble. Can the men at Kiss of... Continue Reading →
Title: Sex and Candy Author: Nico Jaye Publisher: Self-Published Pages/Word Count: 50 Pages At a Glance: Sex and Candy is a sweet and sexy interlude with a couple whose love for each other is big, even if their story isn’t. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Sex and Candy Lee may be in a relationship with Tony,... Continue Reading →
Title: Ravenous Author: Alexandra Blunt Publisher: Loose Id Pages/Word Count: 93k Words At a Glance: Ravenous is Alexandra Blunt’s very first novel—and what a debut! Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Just when Julian Schwarzenberg accepted that discarding his kinkster skin might be for the best, a call from the owner of one of London's BDSM clubs... Continue Reading →
Title: Manties in a Twist (The Subs Club: Book Three) Author: J.A. Rock Publisher: Riptide Publishing Pages/Word Count: 325 Pages At a Glance: This book is funny; it’s poignant; it’s deep; it’s lighthearted; the characters are flawed; they are perfect; they are loving; they are human; and the message of the book—that life doesn’t have... Continue Reading →
Letting Everyone Have Their Say I know a lot of writers do the entire story from one POV, but I like to let both halves of a pair tell the tale. I like to get into both their heads and find out how they’re feeling, what they’re thinking. Or in the case of The Perfect... Continue Reading →
Title: Fermenting (Beer and Clay: Book Five) Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 107 Pages At a Glance: All in all, Fermenting is a nicely written and fast paced short story. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Christian needs what Peter has to give him, but will he let himself have it? With Toby’s stalker... Continue Reading →
Title: A Seditious Affair (Society of Gentlemen: Book Two) Author: K.J. Charles Publisher: Random House LLC Pages/Word Count: 253 Pages At a Glance: A worthy sequel and highly recommended Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Silas Mason has no illusions about himself. He’s not lovable, or even likable. He’s an overbearing idealist, a Radical bookseller and pamphleteer... Continue Reading →
Title: A Bear Walks Into a Bar Author: Eden Winters Publisher: Rocky Ridge Books Pages/Word Count: 196 Pages At a Glance: A Bear Walks Into a Bar is well-written erotica, but just wasn't my cuppa. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: It takes one strong alpha with a tight grip to keep a mountain full of shifters... Continue Reading →
Title: The New Boy (An Iron Eagle Gym Novel) Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 210 Pages At a Glance: At the heart, this is a sweet romance. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Lance Packet just got a contract to shoot an erotic BDSM deck of cards; the only problem is finding models. So... Continue Reading →
Title: Safe Limits (Kiss of Leather: Book Two) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 146 Pages At a Glance: Strong follow-up to the first Kiss of Leather book. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The men from Kiss of Leather gather together to rescue a terrified young sub. But it’s Master Derek who wants to keep him... Continue Reading →
Title: Combine (A Hammer Novel) Author: Sean Michael Publisher: Torquere Press Pages/Word Count: 169 Pages At a Glance: Combine is a fitting addition to the Hammer series. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Dom and sub couples Peter and Devon, and Max and Swan, are joining their lives together. After a week at The Briar Rose, they... Continue Reading →
Title: Dom of Ages (Collars and Cuffs: Book Seven) Authors: K.C. Wells and Parker Williams Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 264 Pages At a Glance: KC Wells and Parker Williams have a nuance about their writing that captures human emotion and holds it captive. Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Eli may only be thirty, but... Continue Reading →
Title: The Final Round (The Square Peg: Book Four) Authors: Jane Davitt and Alexa Snow Publisher: Loose Id Pages/Word Count: 272 Pages At a Glance: Whew! This one is heavy but worth it! Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Reeling from the news of his mother's death, Shane heads back to England to face a hostile father.... Continue Reading →
Title: Like No One Is Watching Author: Jaime Samms Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Pages/Word Count: 154 Pages At a Glance: Like No One Is Watching is an incredibly beautiful tale of love and healing and new beginnings. Reviewed By: Sammy Blurb: Dusty has finally landed a job he thinks he’ll be able to keep long-term, even... Continue Reading →
Title: Safe Limits (Kiss of Leather: Book Two) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 171 Pages At a Glance: Strong follow-up to the first Kiss of Leather book. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The men from Kiss of Leather gather together to rescue a terrified young sub. But it’s Master Derek who wants to keep him... Continue Reading →
Title: Caged Sanctuary Author: Tempeste O’Riley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Narrator: Paul Morey Run Time: 6 hours and 26 Minutes At a Glance: Story: This book started out pleasant and enjoyable, but I lost interest after the first date, though I think Paul Morey did an excellent job with this reading. Reviewed By: JJ Blurb: Kaden Thorn,... Continue Reading →
Title: Not Safe for Work Author: L.A. Witt Publisher: Samhain Publishing Pages/Word Count: 341 Pages At a Glance: This is another great hit from L.A. Witt! Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: They’re a match made in the dungeon…until their secret gets out. Bored senseless in a meeting, architectural modeler Jon McNeill amuses himself with a kinky... Continue Reading →
Dominque: Knights to Remember Cover Designer: Kellie Dennis from Book Cover by Design Model: David Lurs Photographer: Sasha Kosmos Release Date: October 23, 2015 Purchase Link: Amazon Blurb: What does it cost to sell yourself? Your body? Your heart? Your soul? At eighteen, with no job, no money, and a young sister to care for, becoming... Continue Reading →
Title: Negotiating Love (Sin City Uniforms: Book Five) Author: Morticia Knight Publisher: Pride Publishing Pages/Word Count: 198 Pages At a Glance: A power play dynamic between two powerful men – it’s a scorcher! Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Can the kinky billionaire owner of the Dark Fantasy resort casino capture the heart of a muscled SWAT... Continue Reading →
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