Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Kairos Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Michael Fell Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 10 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Kairos is more a straightforward romance filled with the Calmes staple of family drama, emotionally oblivious but charming MCs, a touch if danger, and a heartwarming HEA. With Michael Fell’s excellent performance... Continue Reading →
Hi, everyone, welcome to the Leaning Into Forever blog tour! I don't have any exciting new content for this tour—I think that was supposed to be Carrie's review of the book, which I got overly excited about posting. So in case you missed her review, here's the link to it (spoiler alert: it's fabulous). And... Continue Reading →
Title: In the Desert Series: States of Love Author: Elliot Joyce Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 106 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: There were a few little things I wish I could have seen, but, overall, I thoroughly enjoyed In the Desert. There was a definite charm to the story. Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Title: Lust for Gold Author: Dale Chase Publisher: JMS Books Length: 62 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Even though this is a story short, the author still gives readers a good feel for Jesse and Abel’s characters, their relationship, their tragedies and the hopes for a better future. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: In 1849,... Continue Reading →
Title: The Dilemma Series: Sirius Wolves: Book Five Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Self-Published Length: 220 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: I absolutely loved this story and once again, Victoria Sue threw in a twist and a villain in places I was not expecting them. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Marcus has just become the only human... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Annabeth Albert today on the tour for her soon-to-be released sixth book in the Out of Uniform series, Tight Quarters. Annabeth is chatting about diversity today, and there's also a giveaway so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Annabeth! Writing a Diverse Cast Hi! I’m so... Continue Reading →
Title: Discovery Series: Kinky in the City: Book Three Author: Quinn Ward Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 179 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I tend to run far, far away when I read in a blurb that a book features Daddy kink. For some reason, though, I decided to give this a try. And I... Continue Reading →
Title: Finn Series: Endangered Fae: Book One Author: Angel Martinez Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 181 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: The story is solid plot-wise and never lagging when it comes to action or pacing. As always, Martinez proves what an excellent storyteller she is by weaving just enough fantasy together with a dash... Continue Reading →
Title: The Psychic and the Sleuth Authors: Summer Devon and Bonnie Dee Publisher: Self-Published Length: 234 Pages Category: Historical, Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Everything comes together nicely in the end of The Psychic and the Sleuth, making for an entertaining summer vacation read. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Psychic and skeptic—how could their love affair... Continue Reading →
Title: Leaning Into Forever Series: Leaning Into: Book Seven Author: Lane Hayes Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 261 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I am a huge fan of Lane Hayes and her deft use of quick wit and turn of phrase. Her books always flow well, and they are a treat to read. Yes,... Continue Reading →
Title: Twenty-One Arrow Salute Series: The Order: Book 2.5 Author: Kasia Bacon Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 144 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Twenty-One Arrow Salute is a happy, mellow story, adding to the world building and solidifying even more the culture of these creatures. It's a great addition to the series. Reviewed By: Ky... Continue Reading →
Title: Blaze Series: Unbreakable Bonds: Book Five Authors: Jocelynn Drake and Rinda Elliott Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 260 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This was a definite gem of a page-turner from Drake and Elliott. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: The rings have been selected. The champagne placed on ice. The cake decorated. And... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Janice Jarrell stopping by today on the tour for her latest release, Love's Magic, book one in the Revolutionary Heart series. She's here to chat about her characters' names and is also offering a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Janice! I thought a... Continue Reading →
Title: The Promise Series: Sirius Wolves: Book Four Author: Victoria Sue Publisher: Self-Published Length: 139 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: I loved this book. Just as before, Victoria Sue knows how to keep readers on edge and leave them guessing until the end. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: The time of Anubis is at hand. Working... Continue Reading →
Title: It Started with a Dare Series: Southern Comfort: Book One Authors: Julie Lynn Hayes and S.L. Danielson Publisher: eXtasy Books Length: 214 Pages Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: For me, this book was a disappointment. The two most exciting characters were the ones I was supposed to hate, only because they contained... Continue Reading →
Title: Terms of Service Series: The Heretic Doms Club: Book Two Author: Marie Sexton Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 358 Pages Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: Stellar storytelling and romantic to the core, this series has made me curse my need for sleep. The books are just that good. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Dr. River... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Kristina Meister dropping by today on the tour for her brand new release, Cinderella Boy. Kristina is sharing a bit about her writing with us, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out all the details below. Welcome, Kristina! My Writing Habitat I figured out that,... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the Exclusive Cover Reveal of TA Moore's Wanted - Bad Boyfriend, coming in August from Dreamspinner Press. And don't forget to check out the Giveaway details too! About the Book Title: Wanted-Bad Boyfriend by TA Moore Series: Island Confidential, Book 1 Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Release: August 01, 2018 Blurb: Wanted - Bad... Continue Reading →
Title: The Other Side Author: Shawn Lane Publisher: JMS Books (2nd Edition) Length: 81 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I'm impressed with how much the author covered and the ways she covered the issues and the feelings of both these characters. This was a good read that offered me a lot of things to... Continue Reading →
Title: Psychic Men Series: Hunt&Cam4Ever: Book Five Author: Adira August Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 312 Pages Category: Paranormal, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Layered over, around and in this mystery are the two men who make this series what it is—a damn good story. I cannot wait for the next one! Reviewed By: Carrie Blurb: Knowing... Continue Reading →
Title: Banded Together Author: KC Burn Narrator: Darcy Stark Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 30 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Banded Together is a good book with really good narration. Darcy Stark does a very fine job with a book that has a thin plot at times, but his work elevates... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author RJ Scott stopping in today on the tour for her latest release, Daniel: The Third Legacy. RJ is chatting a bit about secondary characters who end up needing and deserving their own stories, and there's also a giveaway so be sure to check out those details at the end.... Continue Reading →
Title: Wanting the Wolfman Author: Louise Collins Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 200 Pages Category: Sci-Fi, Shifters At a Glance: A unique take on werewolf lore that was both refreshing and surprisingly sweet. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Can love be more than a memory? Three years ago, an attack cost Joel his leg… and his memories. Though... Continue Reading →
Title: Rescued Author: Dakota Storm Publisher: JMS Books Length: 134 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Rescued is a sweet and suspenseful little novella. I like Dakota Storm’s heartwarming stories and lovable characters. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Dean Montgomery loves his ranch and his family, but something is missing. When he sets out on a... Continue Reading →
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