Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Harvest Season Series: The Old Bridge Inn Author: Annick Trent Publisher: Self-Published Length: 48 Pages Category: Historical Romance Rating: 4 Stars At a Glance: Annick Trent has such a soothing writing style, which not only serves her historical time period well but her characters too. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Lowri has spent the past... Continue Reading →
Title: The Pantomime Prince Author: Samantha SoRelle Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 26 Pages Category: Historical Romance Rating: 4 Stars At a Glance: The Pantomime Prince is a delicate and heartfelt short story you might want to read as a dessert after a longer angsty book, or an ideal sweet and savory appetizer when preparing for... Continue Reading →
Title: Let It Sew Author: Anna Martin Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 32 Pages Category: Contemporary, Holiday Romance At a Glance: Let It Sew packs a big amount of charm into a small amount of space. It's a cute little shot of holiday sweetness. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: It’s the day before the last day of... Continue Reading →
Title: One in Between Series: Those Other Books #2.5 Author: Roe Horvat Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 38 Pages Category: Erotic Romance At a Glance: This little slice of erotica is a nice insight into Christoffer and Adam’s relationship, and while I wouldn’t say it’s an absolute must-read in order to have enjoyed the other two... Continue Reading →
Title: Cops and Comix Series: A Murder and Mayhem Short Author: Rhys Ford Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (2nd Edition) Length: 38 Pages Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Cops and Comix gave way to one of the best mystery series in Murder and Mayhem. Besides creating an entertaining mystery, Rhys Ford introduces two interesting characters who... Continue Reading →
Title: Laguna Series: Sawyer's Ferry: Book 1.5 Author: Cate Ashwood Publisher: Self-Published Length: 35 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: To be honest, there’s not a whole lot to this story other than the sexytimes, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Beckett The moment I laid eyes on the guy napping on... 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: 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: Hungry Series: Love and Care: Book 2.5 Author: Silvia Violet Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 38 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I would have maybe enjoyed Hungry more if it were a bit longer and had a bit more meat. But, as it was, it had enough interesting elements to make it an enjoyable... Continue Reading →
Title: Surviving the Apocalypse Author: Tinnean Publisher: JMS Books Length: 58 Pages At a Glance: While not quite what I expected with regards to the apocalyptic event, this quick read delivered a sweet romance. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Lyncoln Ryland always saw himself as an ordinary man with an ordinary job, working maintenance in an... Continue Reading →
Title: The Captain's Ghostly Gamble Authors: Eleanor Harkstead and Catherine Curzon Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 35 Pages Category: Contemporary, Paranormal At a Glance: Ah, there’s angst…a little. There’s romance in spades. The lighthearted banter between the two ghostly men draws you in, and when the two spirits finally realize what we, the reader, knew all... Continue Reading →
Title: Simply Sex Author: P.C. Ryan Publisher: Deep Desires Press Length: 27 Pages Category: Erotica At a Glance: I wish I could say this is written well, but it’s not. Reviewed By: Courtney Ellen Blurb: Rebecca Mason is forty, slim and very attractive. She’s also single, and confused about love. She’s never been in a... Continue Reading →
Title: Morgan Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 20 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Morgan is a fascinating, well written short story from J. Scott Coatsworth. It’s descriptive and detailed as the beauty of each season changes, and the brevity of the story does not take away from the characters’ depth. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: The Bear at the Bar Author: J. Scott Coatsworth Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 29 Pages Category: Contemporary, Short Story, Magical Realism At a Glance: Every so often I find myself being drawn in by some odd stories, and this was a good one. It’s a short, easy read that sends a powerful message and... Continue Reading →
Title: The Highlander Series: The Order: Book Two Author: Kasia Bacon Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 58 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: The only thing you need to know about The Highlander is that Kasia Bacon once again delivered a short story full of emotion that lacks in nothing compared to a full-length novel. Reviewed... Continue Reading →
Title: The Mutt Series: The Order: Book One Author: Kasia Bacon Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 42 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: A great introduction to a new fantasy world with great potential and the promise for more to come. Reviewed By: Ky Blurb: I, Ervyn Morryés of the Black Mountain clan, know all about... Continue Reading →
Title: Moonshine Author: G.D. Penman Publisher: JMS Books Length: 41 Pages Category: Historical, Mystery/Suspense, Horror At a Glance: Moonshine was a great first time read for me from this author. I absolutely liked the historical feel and the 1920s verbiage—it really set the tone for the era of prohibition, speakeasies and bootlegging. Reviewed By: Maryann... Continue Reading →
Title: Austin Series: Man Up: Book One Author: Felice Stevens Publisher: Amazon/Kindle Unlimited Length: 46 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This novella sets us up for Rhoades and introduces us to our cast of characters. I’m glad Stevens decided to write this and publish it the way she did. It was a new and... Continue Reading →
Title: Re-Ignition Author: A.R. Moler Publisher: MLR Press Length: 42 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I really enjoyed the way the relationship built naturally and was rooting for Griff and Sean to get it together and figure out that they belonged with each other. Recommended, particularly for short story lovers. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb:... Continue Reading →
Title: summer Swap: Evan and Ty Author: J.D. Ryan Publisher: JMS Books Length: 44 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I enjoyed the San Francisco stuff, and the first half of Summer Swap was cute, but then it sort of fell apart. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: What would you do if you rang your best... Continue Reading →
Title: The Contingency Plan Author: Addison Albright Publisher: JMS Books Length: 28 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: This is a delightful story that introduces us to Princes Marcelo and Efren, a seemingly unlikely pair. I sure hope the author decides to continue their story! Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: A sheltered prince. A sudden death.... Continue Reading →
Title: Prise de Fer Author: A.R. Moler Publisher: JMS Books Length: 47 Pages Category: Paranormal, Shifters At a Glance: I found this to be an interesting and slightly different take on shifters that worked well in this rather sweet romance. Reviewed By: Sadonna Blurb: Chemistry major Kelly Hendrick has lusted after his analytical chemistry professor... Continue Reading →
Title: Sheep's Clothing Author: Elin Gregory Publisher: Manifold Press Length: 38 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I loved the originality of this fun little read. Definitely check this one out if you’re in the mood for something different that will make you chuckle! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: A terrifying personal change plus a family... Continue Reading →
Title: Cruising Author: Cate Ashwood Publisher: Self-Published/Free Download Length: 45 Pages Category: Contemporary, Short Story, Friends-to-Lovers At a Glance: Cruising is a sweet and sexy little story for those times when you just need a quick shot of happy. Reviewed By: Lisa Blurb: Best friends Dylan and Jake have been inseparable since college, but Dylan... Continue Reading →
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