Not the Doctor by Charley Descoteaux (Mended Daily Dose) Interview, Review & Giveaway!

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Hello peeps, today we have Charley Descoteaux and her Mended Daily Dose Not the Doctor. I had the chance to interview Charley, so I did 😉 and I also got to review this nice little story which has a slight May – December relationship. So I will leave you to it with the usual message… leave a comment for a chance to win your very own copy of Not the Doctor and give that Rafflecopter a click if you haven’t already…. and remember to click it again to earn extra chances by tweeting daily! <3 ~Pixie~   

And our winner for Mars Novak’s Move as Water in a Basin iiiissss Jbst 🙂 Congratulations!  

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Life comes with a bit of hurt, but luckily for these men, it also comes with the right amount of comfort to mend their breaks, both of the body and the heart. From facing deranged exes to economic trials, the men in these tales have faced trial by fire–or in some cases water–for the right to love and live. Step into their shoes as they rebuild their family after a gutting betrayal or traverse the stars with an unexpected partner. The Mended Daily Dose package delivers stories about all kinds of second chances built on love. 

Felicitas Ivey Zahra Owens Emily Moreton Cardeno C. S.A. Garcia Elizabeth Noble M. Lee Ellis Carrington Kim Fielding Ari McKay E.T. Malinowski Bru Baker K.C. Wells Gwynn Marssen Lee Comyn Ashavan Doyon Eli Easton Charley Descoteaux Therese Woodson MA Ford Kenzie Cade Coral Moore L.D. Blakeley Chloe Stowe Ronnie Matthews Jayden Brooks Diane Lennox C. Callenreese Mars Novak Emma Wilson

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A Thief On Christmas Eve by Sage Marlowe

91JtRL4arzL._SL1500_Title: A Thief On Christmas Eve
Series: Romeo and Julian Series #1
Author: Sage Marlowe
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Length: Novella (128 pages)
ISBN: B00B1HIHOW
Publisher: Siren Publishing (December 22nd, 2012)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4.5Hearts
Blurb: When FBI special agent Julian Harris finally corners art thief and cat burglar Romeo, he’s planning to put the man first in handcuffs and then behind bars. Instead, he finds himself first trapped in a house in the mountains by a blizzard and then captivated by Romeo’s irresistible charm. One thing leads to another, and after a night spent together, Julian wakes up alone with his pride bruised and his heart stolen.

Almost a year later, a twist of fate brings them back together and their mutual attraction sparks up again instantly, but events take on a dynamic that could have at least one of them wind up dead. Blackmailed into a precarious break-in, Romeo has to choose between Julian’s life and his own safety while all the time, there are two questions on Julian’s mind. Who is this slick and sexy thief really? And where does his true loyalty lie? Note: This book is written in one point of view. **

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/a-thief-on-christmas-eve

Reviewer: Tootsie

Review: Are you familiar with Sage Marlowe? If you haven’t experienced the pleasure of reading his stories, the Romeo and Julian series is an excellent place to start. A Thief on Christmas Eve is the first book, in most likely, a five book series. You will be introduced to the key players, their histories, and their backgrounds. As each piece of the puzzle comes together, you will be searching for more info in order to get the full picture. As the blurb explains this is written in one point of view.

This first book in the series is an introduction of the two MC’s Romeo and Julian. Julian Harris is a FBI agent who for three years has been gathering information on the elusive art thief Romeo. Up until now, no one has gotten close enough to learn anything too incriminating about him. All he really knows is that Romeo is charming, charismatic, and obviously very smart as he keeps evading capture. Julian feels he has enough info and has studied his actions enough that he knows where he will go for his next heist. One problem, however, it’s Christmas Eve. Manpower is limited due to the holiday, plus….No one really believes he will show. Julian decides to go anyway without back up. That’s how confidant he is of his next move.

It’s a blizzard outside, phone lines are down, and electricity is questionable. Julian can only hope that this goes as smoothly as possible. Calling for back up is out of the question and even if he did have someone to call, they wouldn’t make it very far with the severe weather conditions. Julian can’t worry himself with these details because Romeo has just entered the house. Julian is at a loss for words at first because Romeo is younger than he thought, better looking that he had pictured, and he has a killer smile that obviously works well for him.

Romeo is not your average thief. If he was, he would have been captured before now. Julian feels he can let his guard down because it’s a

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known fact Romeo doesn’t carry firearms plus there is a blizzard coming down which means no one can get in so therefore no one can get out. Romeo uses these things to his advantage as well and it’s not long before he is seducing Julian. There is an instant attraction between them so what could it possibly hurt to take advantage of their situation. Kissing leads them to the bedroom where you will witness a very hot, intense, all night romp. For one night they have forbidden pleasure, they taste, explore, experience what each have to offer and when morning comes………..HE’S GONE. ROMEO IS GONE!!! How will Julian explain to his superiors that he let Romeo escape? Will he even tell them he showed? Julian made a connection that night and he is sure Romeo felt it too. Will he ever see him again? What happens next will have you holding your breath, while reading faster, to see where the story will lead.

Sage Marlowe will have you going thru twists and turns at warp speed never being completely sure where you may land. There is a real life feel of mystery and suspense that will have you gripping the sides of your electronic device. The author continually moves the plot forward giving details and descriptions that you can easily vision and relate too. As I stated earlier, this is a series so there will be several more books to follow taking us deeper and deeper inside the mystery that has been laid out here. I highly recommend getting your copy so you can experience this amazing journey Romeo and Julian, along with the author, Sage Marlowe, has set before us. The next book in the series is, A Talented Liar. I can’t wait to see what the next adventure brings.

Winter Falls by Sean Reid Scott

719fd3ZiKEL._SL1500_Title: Winter Falls
Series: The Tales of Monarchy Ray, Book 1
Author: Sean Reid Scott
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (91 Pages)
ISBN: B00I1NYM02
Publisher: Sean Reid Scott (January 20th, 2014)
Heat Level: Low
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥3Hearts
Reviewer: Lisa

Blurb: Lake is a 20-year-old apprentice in the small village of Gaeburn, Monarchy Rae. The kingdom is on the fantasy Isle of Blid, where social values are medieval, and tolerance is not in the lexicon.

When a huge, gorgeous man from the village of Terrymide comes through town, Lake is enamored with the man’s confidence and astoundingly muscled physique. The “Manman” stirs in Lake feelings that should not be stirred in a man. He makes Lake want to do the “unspeakable.” The townsfolk band together to make sure this Manman (a man who does the thing with a man— and not a lady) doesn’t engage in the unspeakable while in Gaeburn, or corrupt any of the innocent villagers. But when Lake’s unspeakable desires are aroused, he makes his own plans.
Purchase Link: www.amazon.com/Winter-Falls-First-Tales-Monarchy-ebook/dp/B00I1NYM02/
Review: This is definitely a strange story. In a time where men who have sex with men can be stoned or another type of punishment. It actually left me with more questions than answers. However, to me it comes off a bit humorous. It is a kingdom on a fantasy Isle of Blid. The village’s sees men that have sex with men as unspeakable. Bull comes riding in from Terrymide, just passing thru but when he notices the apprentice, he knows he will be coming back to this village. Even though he knew of the warnings. However, the men of Terrymide are big bear types. It would take more than a group of village men to take him down.

Lake is enamored by the gorgeous man from Terrymide. He wants to see what more this man has to offer. Knowing full well that he will get punished for it. Just looking at Bull, Lake wants to do the unspeakable and his lust is aroused to higher heat than he had ever felt before.
They even send another village man to Terrymide to get the proof that these men are Manmen. However when Reed gets back he dares not tell the truth for he knows he will get the same punishment that they are promising Lake that he will get. Lake confesses to Reed, but Reed tells him that he needs to leave and not come back. Lake wants Bull and will run if needed.

This story is a good one but it is told in a tone that left me wanting something more. I did like the story but I want more from a romance and this just didn’t give it to me. I do love Lake and Bull. They are very sexy men who want each other. I don’t much care for a bunch of idiots in a village thinking that there is something so wrong with men who sleep with men that they are willing to stone someone. It is barbaric to me. It has a great story line that if twisted just a bit different would be a perfect story.

Pushin' Buttons by E.M. Petrova

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Series: Knocking Boots Ranch 01

Author: E.M. Petrova

Genre: (MMF) Western, Red Hots!!!, Ménage & More, Cowboys

Length: Novel (186 pages)

ISBN: 978-1-61922-051-5

Publisher: Samhain Publishing (June 10th, 2014)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts

Reviewer: Cat

Blurb: It’s all in her head. Until she falls into the hands – and hearts – of two cowboys.

Sexual dysfunction. The words make Sybill cringe, but after one too many failed relationships, she has to face reality. Her O-button is broken, big time. Sick of sitting on the sexual sidelines, she books a week at Boot Knockers Ranch. If a passel of rugged cowboys vying to bring her bliss can’t get her off, nothing will.

Hugh had planned to sit out this week’s rotation of sexual therapy, but when he spots sultry Sybill, he pulls rank. His bone-deep urge to possess her isn’t enough to coax elusive orgasms out of her body, though. And his resolve to give the lady whatever she needs wavers when she shyly makes a mind-blowing request.

Riggs stepped aside when Hugh muscled in to claim Sybill, but he jumps at the chance to fulfill her ultimate fantasy – a threesome. But once they come together, all barriers are stripped away, exposing his love for the one man – and woman – he’d break every last rule to make his own.

Warning: This ain’t your daddy’s ranch. Contains cowboys administering sexual therapy to frustrated ladies – and each other. Fresh batteries recommended. You’re gonna need ’em!

Purchase Link: http://store.samhainpublishing.com/pushinrsquo-buttons-p-73455.html

Review: Pushin Buttons is the first book in this series. I will say it felt like a series that was already established since it didn’t talk much about the background of the Boot Knockers Ranch. It almost felt like a spinoff or second book. I would have liked to know why it was formed, whose Idea, it was mentioned the Cowboys owned and ran it but never said which cowboys or why. I would have liked a bit more detail on that. Also, Hugh kept mentioning a first love Travis but we got very little on that.

Having said that, I loved the story. Here is a little about the story.
Hugh is the Master of Games or the leader. He usually only fills in if one of the men needs a break, is off. He also does a few thirds if Riggs needs one. When he sees Sybill, he wants her in ways he has never wanted a woman and fights for her. Riggs also wants Sybill though she isn’t his chosen client for the week he too fights for her, not caring if he is breaking the rules. (Which there seems to be a lot of rules between the men, which I would have liked to know more about.) When Hugh wins, that leaves Riggs with no client for the week.

Riggs and Hugh secretly hook up on their down time and have several threesomes with clients. Riggs wants more with Hugh. Hugh has been burned nice and keeps his heart shut off. Will Sybill break those barriers? Will Riggs be left out in the cold? Will Sybill ever be able to orgasm? I’m not telling. You will have to read the book.

It is a character driven story and I absolutely loved all the characters. There were a few cowboys mentioned in short spurts and I hope that means we will be getting stories on them soon. The cowboys give sexual therapy to women with problems. This story is about Sybill, a guest at the ranch. She has come for therapy because she can’t find sexual release and has never had an orgasm. She is a scientist, not a skinny model type on the outside but on the inside she is sexy, fun, and eclectic. I loved that this character is not your average romance beauty. She isn’t perfect, she is very likeable. Hugh is mysterious and sexy and Riggs is just plain hot.
The plot of the story is very sexual since it is a sex therapy ranch. There is a lot of sex and I will say it is extremely steamy and never gets monotonous.

If you like hot cowboys, dude ranches, strong female characters, broken men, broken women, a sweet romance, a sexy ménage, and lots of steamy hot sex, this is definitely for you.

The Dog Trainer by Owen Keehnen

22237025Title: The Dog Trainer
Series: N/A
Author: Owen Keehnen
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (70 Pages)
ISNB: 978-1-925180-01-5
Publisher: Wilde City Press (May 21st, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Reviewer: Lisa

Blurb: Sometimes the last thing you expect is exactly what you need.

Richard is a typical neurotic gay urbanite, a serial monogamist with a domineering peer group and a well-paying dead-end job. That is until one night, while stumbling home drunk, Richard finds a puppy named Hambone. Almost immediately, Richard’s life and his relationships begin to change. At the recommendation of Evelyn, his neighbor across the hall, Richard hires a dog trainer named Abe. From the moment Richard hears Abe’s voice on the phone he feels a connection with this professional pooch-handler. When they meet face-to-face, the attraction is palpable. Richard loves the way Abe treats Hambone. Abe opens Richard’s eyes to a different take on life and what really matters.

Will love conquer all in the end? It will if Hambone has any say in the matter.

Purchase Link: http://www.wildecity.com/books/gay-romance/the-dog-trainer/#.U3ttn_ldV1A

Review: This was a charming little story. It has wonderful men that you will fall in love with and wish that you were right there with them. Watching and learning from them both. Richard is a typical neurotic gay urbanite with lousy taste in friends and exes. When Richard and his boyfriend broke up, Richard took up drinking and eating lots of carbs. Then one night, while walking home drunk he hears this cry. After his muddled mind lets him focus, he goes to see what is there. What he found about tore his heart out. Three puppies, two of them were dead but one was still alive. The puppy just knows that this man is his hero. He jumps into his arms and Richard takes him home.

When his neighbor Evelyn recommends hiring someone to train Hambone and maybe walk him he ends up calling Abe. However when Richard hears Abe’s voice he is drawn to him. Drawn to him in a way he never expected. Abe has seen Richard out with his friends but they never noticed him.

Abe awakes Richards feelings to a strong point. He shows Richard how good life can be. Even when he is poor, he still feels like he is alive. He wants to show Richard the way. The way starts with showing him that all he has to do to make Hambone happy is to love him. The same way all he has to do is to love Abe also.

It made me cry when Evelyn’s dog had to be put down due to cancer. Both Richard and Abe helped her get through her loss. It just shows how tender both these men are. It is just so cute the way Richard just starts to bond with the pup and when his feelings start getting stronger with Abe. I do wish that this story were just a bit longer, because once I started reading it my attention was caught. I loved it and cannot wait to check out the rest of Owen’s stories. He has a great gift that just seems to make ones day brighter.

Kink Club Blues by Eva LeFoy

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Series: Love Hurts, #2 sequel to Sex, Ties and Videotape

Author: Eva Lefoy

Genre: BDSM/Contemporary/Erotica

Length: Novella (51 pages)

ISBN: MLR-1-02014-0249

Publisher: MLR Press (May 22nd, 2014)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Reviewer: Cat

Blurb: Brian finds out the hard way that once a top, always a top, doesn’t apply to him.

Paul and Geoffrey return from their special trip to Paris. Paul plans to propose to Geoffrey but first, his urge to protect his lover drives him to close an old loophole. He visits Brian, demanding the original video he made of Geoffrey be destroyed.

Brian doesn’t understand what Paul’s upset about, or his dominant streak. But the clearer Paul’s feelings for Geoffrey become to him, the more Brian desires to have a man love him the same way. Curiosity draws him to the local kink club, and into the arms of a man whose punishment gives him all he secretly craves.

Purchase Link: http://www.mlrbooks.com/ShowBook.php?book=EL_KINKY

Review: This is a sequel to Sex, Ties and Videotape. I do suggest you read it first or you may not get a good grasp of the characters and be a bit confused as to why Phil and Brian hate each other so much.

Phil and Geoff have just gotten back from a trip to Paris and are about to return to work. Phil is worried that since he and Geoff have been exploring a D/s relationship that all Geoff wants from him is that; a Dom he trusts and hot sex. Phil is in love with Geoff and wants more. Can he prove it to Geoff or will he run when Phil confesses his feelings? I’m not telling. You will have to buy the book and see for yourself.
When Phil pays Brian a visit, Brian is afraid Phil wants to hit him again and is surprised about the feelings that arouses in him, thinking of Geoff and Phil’s newfound D/s life. He decides to try out the new BDSM club in town and see what it’s all about.

I absolutely love Eva Lefoy. She creates some of the most wonderful characters. I love a story of a broken man, lots of angst and have found I like when these men can finally get out of the angst and have at least a happy for now ending. Eva provides plenty of this in her stories, and this is no exception.

I love Geoff. He is sexy and knows what he wants but had to learn the hard way. This story is about Brian as much as Phil and Geoff. I liked that Brian is coming to terms with his feelings. I will say that I don’t like Brian, but this book does redeem him in a way and Gar? I can’t wait to see more of him. Oh, wow!

If you like BDSM, D/s lifestyles, bondage, Kink clubs, sweet romance and of course, some hot mansex, this book is for you!

Trusting the Army Captain by Noelle Keaton

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Series: N/A
Author: Noelle Keaton
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (42 Pages)
ISNB: 978-1-78184-994-1
Publisher: Totally Bound Publishing (March 28th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Reviewer: Lisa

Blurb: When it comes to choosing between advancing his career in the army or being truthful with the man he loves, Patrick learns everything ultimately boils down to trust.

Ambitious army captain, Patrick Bosworth, is eager to advance in his career so that he can live up to his family’s distinguished legacy. But having been passed over for promotion to major twice already, Patrick fears his career has stalled. He worries he’ll never match the accomplishments of other family members, especially his brother, a Bronze Star recipient recently promoted to lieutenant colonel.
When a superior office suggests a way to get the promotion that involves gathering information on a fellow army captain in the Medical Corps, Patrick reluctantly agrees to participate. He regrets the assignment almost immediately, especially when he falls for Craig, the guy he’s supposed to be investigating.

When he forms a passionate and intense bond with Craig, Patrick finds it difficult to separate where his professional obligations end and his personal feelings begin. After working for so long to prove himself a worthy member of his accomplished military family, Patrick has to decide if finally finding the love of his life is worth sacrificing advancement in the army, or even giving up his career itself.

Purchase Link: https://www.totallybound.com/trusting-the-army-captain

Review: This story has been previously released as part of the Stand to Attention anthology by Totally Bound Publishing. It is a wonderful91OwUj3eQjL._SL1500_ story about two men who find love together. It shows me some of the bad that the military does to not only their soldiers but to the officers. They had a leak in the Medical Corps that had to be found out. Whether it was needed or not, there are other ways to get help for people.
Patrick was a Captain in the army but he had been turned down for promotion to Major several times over. So when his superior officer tells him that there might be away around it he took the chance. He was to gather information on a Captain in the Medical Corp. However when he meets Craig he senses that this is not the man who the army thought he was. He was honest, sincere and would follow all rules and regulations no matter what.

Craig fell for Patrick after the first weekend together. He wanted to see more of Patrick but when his ex comes to him with information on him, he freaks out. His ex tells him that Patrick is not there because he wants him but wants to know if he was the one leaking information. He confronts Patrick and then ends all ties to the man.

Patrick didn’t know how to prove to Craig that he did indeed want him and that it was for life. It tears your heart up to know that these two men are in pain but you feel for Patrick because he was doing his job but in truth he was trying to show that Craig was not the traitor. This story does have an ending that made me smile. I do wish that they had shown more story with the ending of it. However, I did love it. It is amazing the love you can feel that each man can have if given the time. It also shows the vengeful exes do everything to get back at someone. If you love men in uniform than this book, you will want to read. It has sexy men that will draw you in and make you fall in love with.

Sweat and Smoke by Therese Woodson (Mended Daily Dose) Review & Giveaway!

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Hiya peeps, we have reached the halfway mark in our Daily Dose giveaway and today’s sweet little number will leave you feeling a little steamy… it’s Sweat and Smoke by Therese Woodson! So leave a comment for a chance to get a little closer to the firefighter and paramedic… you won’t be disappointed, and click that Rafflecopter link for the chance to own all this wonderful Mended collection <3 ~Pixie~

And Carly – RuralMom you are our lucky comment winner for Emma Wilson’s Rebuild! Congratulations 😀  

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Life comes with a bit of hurt, but luckily for these men, it also comes with the right amount of comfort to mend their breaks, both of the body and the heart. From facing deranged exes to economic trials, the men in these tales have faced trial by fire–or in some cases water–for the right to love and live. Step into their shoes as they rebuild their family after a gutting betrayal or traverse the stars with an unexpected partner. The Mended Daily Dose package delivers stories about all kinds of second chances built on love. 

Felicitas Ivey Zahra Owens Emily Moreton Cardeno C. S.A. Garcia Elizabeth Noble M. Lee Ellis Carrington Kim Fielding Ari McKay E.T. Malinowski Bru Baker K.C. Wells Gwynn Marssen Lee Comyn Ashavan Doyon Eli Easton Charley Descoteaux Therese Woodson MA Ford Kenzie Cade Coral Moore L.D. Blakeley Chloe Stowe Ronnie Matthews Jayden Brooks Diane Lennox C. Callenreese Mars Novak Emma Wilson

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Move as Water in a Basin By Mars Novak (Mended Daily Dose) Interview, Review & Giveaway!

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Hiya guys, today we welcome Mars Novak and his Daily Dose Move as Water in a Basin, I got to interview Mars and he is a little bit shy, and I reviewed his interesting fantasy story. For your own chance to win this little number just leave a comment, and just to jog your memories 😉 click that Rafflecopter link for a chance to own all the Daily Dose collection <3 ~Pixie~ 

And the winner of Chloe Stowes Ravenscar is H.B.! Congratulations 🙂  

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Life comes with a bit of hurt, but luckily for these men, it also comes with the right amount of comfort to mend their breaks, both of the body and the heart. From facing deranged exes to economic trials, the men in these tales have faced trial by fire–or in some cases water–for the right to love and live. Step into their shoes as they rebuild their family after a gutting betrayal or traverse the stars with an unexpected partner. The Mended Daily Dose package delivers stories about all kinds of second chances built on love. 

Felicitas Ivey Zahra Owens Emily Moreton Cardeno C. S.A. Garcia Elizabeth Noble M. Lee Ellis Carrington Kim Fielding Ari McKay E.T. Malinowski Bru Baker K.C. Wells Gwynn Marssen Lee Comyn Ashavan Doyon Eli Easton Charley Descoteaux Therese Woodson MA Ford Kenzie Cade Coral Moore L.D. Blakeley Chloe Stowe Ronnie Matthews Jayden Brooks Diane Lennox C. Callenreese Mars Novak Emma Wilson

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Rebuild by Emma Wilson (Mended Daily Dose) Review & Giveaway!

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Hey guys today we have Emma Wilson’s Daily Dose Rebuild, check out my review and then leave a comment for a chance to win Rebuild, don’t forget to click the Rafflecopter link for that Mended giveaway! <3 ~Pixie~

Hey Lisa you are our comment winner for Emily Moreton’s Never Let it Go! Congratulations! 

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Life comes with a bit of hurt, but luckily for these men, it also comes with the right amount of comfort to mend their breaks, both of the body and the heart. From facing deranged exes to economic trials, the men in these tales have faced trial by fire–or in some cases water–for the right to love and live. Step into their shoes as they rebuild their family after a gutting betrayal or traverse the stars with an unexpected partner. The Mended Daily Dose package delivers stories about all kinds of second chances built on love. 

Felicitas Ivey Zahra Owens Emily Moreton Cardeno C. S.A. Garcia Elizabeth Noble M. Lee Ellis Carrington Kim Fielding Ari McKay E.T. Malinowski Bru Baker K.C. Wells Gwynn Marssen Lee Comyn Ashavan Doyon Eli Easton Charley Descoteaux Therese Woodson MA Ford Kenzie Cade Coral Moore L.D. Blakeley Chloe Stowe Ronnie Matthews Jayden Brooks Diane Lennox C. Callenreese Mars Novak Emma Wilson

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Ravenscar by Chloe Stowe (Mended Daily Dose) Interview, Review & Giveaway!

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Hiya guys, we now have Chloe Stowe & Ravenscar for today’s Dreamspinner Daily Dose it’s a sweet little number that many will enjoy 😉 We have a short interview with Chloe and my review of Ravenscar. Now you know the drill, leave a comment for a chance to win Ravenscar, click the Rafflecopter link for the Mended collection Giveaway and enjoy the rest of the post 🙂 good luck guys <3 ~Pixie~

And now the winner of Cardeno C’s All Of Me iiiisssss Joe! Congratulations Joe 🙂

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Life comes with a bit of hurt, but luckily for these men, it also comes with the right amount of comfort to mend their breaks, both of the body and the heart. From facing deranged exes to economic trials, the men in these tales have faced trial by fire–or in some cases water–for the right to love and live. Step into their shoes as they rebuild their family after a gutting betrayal or traverse the stars with an unexpected partner. The Mended Daily Dose package delivers stories about all kinds of second chances built on love. 

Felicitas Ivey Zahra Owens Emily Moreton Cardeno C. S.A. Garcia Elizabeth Noble M. Lee Ellis Carrington Kim Fielding Ari McKay E.T. Malinowski Bru Baker K.C. Wells Gwynn Marssen Lee Comyn Ashavan Doyon Eli Easton Charley Descoteaux Therese Woodson MA Ford Kenzie Cade Coral Moore L.D. Blakeley Chloe Stowe Ronnie Matthews Jayden Brooks Diane Lennox C. Callenreese Mars Novak Emma Wilson

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Slasherazzi by Daniel A. Kaine Blog Tour, Guest Post, Excerpt, Review & Giveaway!

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Hey guys we have a real treat for you all today! We have Wilde City Press’ Daniel A. Kaine and his newest release Slasherazzi that has our Lisa in a tizzy. Daniel talks about his inspiration for Slasherazzi and lets us have a peek at a tantalizing excerpt 🙂 AND you guys also get the chance to win your very own copy and all you have to do is click that Rafflecopter link. So I will leave you to Daniel’s post, enjoy Lisa’s review and good luck with the giveaway! <3 ~Pixie~ 

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Slasherazzi

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Daniel A. Kaine

Recently promoted to Detective, Alex is out to prove himself and the Slasherazzi case is the perfect opportunity. Mutilated corpses are showing up across Tampa, and when the team discovers the newest victim was tortured alive, Alex becomes more determined than ever to stop the crazed serial killer before the horrific stabbings escalate further.
With the return of Alex’s ex-boyfriend and journalist, Vince, the investigation takes a dangerous twist: the killer starts showing a personal interest in Alex. Can he stop the murders and salvage his relationship with Vince, or does he risk letting both men get away?

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Never Let it Go by Emily Moreton (Mended Daily Dose) Interview, Review & Giveaway!

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Hi m/m lovers, today’s Daily Dose is Emily Moreton’s Never Let it Go which is a sweet little number that packs a bit of a punch. I managed to snag an interview with Emily so why don’t you see what she has to say 😉 Enjoy my review and leave a comment to win todays Daily Dose Never Let it Go and if you haven’t already then click that Rafflecopter link for a chance to win all the Daily Doses from Mended! <3 ~Pixie~

And the lucky comment winner for Lucky to be Unlucky is… Hannah B! Congratulations Hannah B <3  

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Life comes with a bit of hurt, but luckily for these men, it also comes with the right amount of comfort to mend their breaks, both of the body and the heart. From facing deranged exes to economic trials, the men in these tales have faced trial by fire–or in some cases water–for the right to love and live. Step into their shoes as they rebuild their family after a gutting betrayal or traverse the stars with an unexpected partner. The Mended Daily Dose package delivers stories about all kinds of second chances built on love. 

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Brokenhearted by Cate Ashwood Audio Book Blast & Giveaway!

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Hey guys, Cate Ashwood is celebrating her Audiobook release of Brokenhearted with this book blast and Giveaway, so enjoy the book blast and click that Rafflecopter link <3 ~Pixie~

And Congratulations Cate on your new baby boy <3

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Oliver Parrish has been alone in the world since he was born. So when Sheriff Owen “Mack” Macklin shows up on his doorstep to deliver the news that Oliver’s sister has died, he’s beyond surprised. Still, Oliver returns with Mack to Hope Cove, Maine, hoping to get to know the sister he never knew he had. As he tries to snap these new elements into his solitary life, he’s not sure how they might fit.

His life is shaken up further as he falls in love with the irresistible town of Hope Cove, and with Mack, its equally irresistible sheriff. But when he receives devastating news about his sister’s cause of death, Oliver doesn’t know whether to stay and fight for love and a good life, or cut his losses and run.

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Awakenings by Jayson James

22391678Title: Awakenings
Series: Part of the Goodreads M/M Romance Group ‘Love Landscapes’
Author: Jayson James
Genre: Coming of Age/Gay for You
Length: Novella (45 pages)
Publisher: Goodreads M/M Romance Group (June 2nd, 2014)
Heat Level: Mild
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 hearts
Reviewer: Tams
Blurb: Dear Author,

I’d always considered myself sort of asexual up until now. In high school, no one interested me and I was too busy with schoolwork to date anyway. I figured I didn’t have a big sex drive or I just hadn’t met the right girl. However, the more time I spend with my roommate, Ben, the more I’m reconsidering everything.

The more he walks around half-dressed the more I keep noticing him. Even if I am attracted to him, who I’m not sure that I am, I don’t think he would be into me. He seems like the type of guy that girls flock to. He couldn’t be interested in me, could he?

Requests: Clearly, I’m angling for a gay-for-you here, folks! It can be a double or single GFY, lots of sexual tension (please!), slow build romance, lots of heat. I would rather no BDSM but some light stuff wouldn’t bother me.

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The photo is of a muscular guy in his early 20’s with smooth tan skin and dark brown hair that is combed back to spike up. He is standing behind a vacuum cleaner in a pair of blue boxer briefs with a grin on his face in what appears to be a bedroom and the picture seems to be candid.

This story was written as a part of the M/M Romance Group’s “Love’s Landscapes” event. Group members were asked to write a story prompt inspired by a photo of their choice. Authors of the group selected a photo, prompt that spoke to them, and wrote a short story.

This story may contain sexually explicit content and is intended for adult readers. It may contain content that is disagreeable or distressing to some readers. The M/M Romance Group strongly recommends that each reader review the General Information section before each story for story tags as well as for content warnings.

Purchase Link: http://www.mmromancegroup.com/awakenings-by-jayson-james/

Review: Solomon, Solo, has never really identified himself as being gay. He’s never had a boyfriend, or a girlfriend for that matter. He has dated girls, held hands, and even kissed one once. But more so to fit in with what his friends in school were doing. When he gets to college, he and his roommate instantly click and become best friends. Just normal guy stuff at the start. But then Solo finds himself noticing Ben more and more, little things, like the fact that Ben prefers being naked to clothed.

Ben is an exhibitionist of sorts. At least, where his roommate is concerned. I don’t think he intentionally tried to get a rise out of Solo. He’s just not ashamed of his body and enjoys the attention that people pay it. Over time, though something grows inside him. He finds himself attracted to Solo. Where the two have always been very flirtatious by nature, it’s never been a serious attraction or invitation to Solo to pursue. But late night mutual jack off sessions and some pretty sexy dreams are about to change all that.

I’m not entirely convinced that this is a GFY story. I think this is more of a story of two young men that identify as being attracted to each other, and that coupled with the strong bond of friendship, love and trust that they have for each other already just make that next step a no brainer.

Jayson James writing style is not for everyone. It’s very raw, realistic and young at heart. While there were a few things lacking here and there throughout the story, overall I loved the way these characters were portrayed. And for the reviewers complaining about the lack of sex, you do realize that James writes Gay YA, don’t you? Not every book in the genre has to be full of lust and passion. Sometimes young men are just getting their footing and wrapping their brain around their attraction to another guy.

Great job Jayson! Loved the story, loved the cover and I can’t wait to see more from these two young men.

 

A Manx Tale by Paul Alan Fahey

18810999Title: A Manx Tale (Liars and Lovers Book 3)
Author: Paul Alan Fahey
Genre: Historical Romance
Length: Novella (92 pages)
ISBN: 9781611520132
Publisher: JMS Books LLC (November 11th, 2013)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥3 Hearts
Reviewer: Eric
Blurb: Caroline and Cyril have recently wed and are honeymooning on the Isle of Man, a glorious spot in the middle of the Irish Sea marked by picturesque villages, rocky cliffs, and bracing winds. Caroline is immediately drawn to the island’s history of rampaging Vikings, tales of mermaids and legendary kings, and the friendly inhabitants with quaint superstitions and proverbs. In no time, she falls in love with her surroundings.

But unexplainable events unfold, convincing her sinister forces are at work. Part by accident and part by design, Edward and Leslie join the couple, and together they must identify a turned British agent, retrieve a top-secret document, and learn the true meaning of the phrase, “It all comes back to the camps.” Will logic and reason prevail, or will a bit of magic and island whimsy save the day?
Purchase Link:  https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/378630
Review: this is one of those books that had me so confused I didn’t even begin to understand what it was talking about. Of course, it didn’t help that I had started reading the third book in the series, without reading books one and two first. Overall, it was a bit confusing. But it was worth it in the end. I found this story to be quite intriguing.

Caroline and Cyril are a great couple and when they meet Edward and Leslie, things start picking up big time. I found myself intrigued by how the story was written and how the characters present and hold strong no matter what. It is amazing what a bit of strength and some danger can do for a story.

Overall, this story is strong, powerful, and mesmerizing. I found myself wanting to read it again and again. I would highly recommend this to those that like to read historical fiction and the mystery that comes with it.

Backburn by Laura Harner

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Series: Fighting Fire Book 3
Pulp friction 2014 #9

Author: Laura Harner

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (64 pages)

ISBN: 9781937252816

Publisher: Hot Corner Press (May 13, 2014)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Reviewer: Cat

Blurb: **This book is part of the Pulp Friction 2014 Collection**

Scott refuses to accept his mistake dealt a final blow to his troubled relationship with Rob, so he’s working hard to finish the apartment he plans for them to share. With odd occurrences of vandalism, a poacher, and an increasingly active inner demon named PTSD, he has plenty to keep him busy while he waits for Robby to come around.

Rob is working a lot of overtime in order to qualify for a new position as a wildland firefighter—a minor detail he decides to withhold in light of Scott’s frequent nightmares. Of course, there are a couple of other details Scott has a right to know about—if only Robby hasn’t left things too late.

Just as one man discovers his truth—the other realizes everything he’s believed is a lie. One is certain they can work things out—the other knows why they can’t. Only one of them can be right. (

Purchase Link: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-backburnfightingfireiii-1510788-148.html

Review: This book is part of the Pulp Friction 2014 Collection (book 9) and also part of a series by Laura Harner. It is the 3rd book in the fighting fire book. You really do need to read all the books in the series in order, but don’t have to read all the collection stories to follow along, though it does help to get a better knowledge of the other characters mentioned.

Robbie is trying to deal with his secret. Since in a couple of weeks, he will be bringing it with him or going to where it’s at. That decision will also affect what job offer he takes. Scott is getting better physically but his nightmares are getting worse. He is still dealing with learning to run the campground and is trying to get it ready for actual visitors.

I really love this series. One of the things I like most is the complications of Scott and Robbie’s relationship. It is definitely not run of the mill. I also like the angst and the feelings they share. I can’t wait to see if they ever get on the same page. There were a few twists in this one that had me biting my nails and my jaw dropping.

If you like, series, interactive characters, hot firemen, a little mystery, a lot of suspense, jaw-dropping surprises, and some hot mansex this is definitely for you!

In case you need it here is the complete Fighting Fire Series order
https://www.goodreads.com/series/120459-fighting-fire

Reading order for the Pulp Friction Collection
https://www.goodreads.com/series/124603-pulp-friction-2014