Month: February 2015

Graphic Intentions by Randi Harmon

GraphicIntentions_100dpi_cvrTitle: Graphic Intentions
Author: Randi Harmon
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (65 pages)
ISBN: 9781925180190
Publisher: Wilde City Press (October 22, 2014)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts
Reviewer: Zane
Blurb: Scarred by past events, Scott and Derek find each other when neither is looking for a partner. Can they discover a way to battle their inner demons together rather than alone?

Scott Delaney, a graphic novelist suffering from writer’s block, discovers his elusive inspiration in Derek Reinhart, but he finds himself interested in him for more than just breaking down the wall of his writer’s block.

Derek isn’t looking for a relationship, but is intrigued by something beyond Scott’s graphic artwork.
While each is thinking the other is straight, neither acts on the attraction until a loudmouth bigot confronts them.

Sparks fly as they begin exploring this new side of their relationship, but can their new passion overcome each of their haunting pasts?

Purchase Link: http://www.wildecity.com/books/gay-romance/graphic-intentions/#.VMjr3Cya6iB
Review:  I love my broody broken men; that’s my reader’s kink and absolutely the reason I liked this story from the start. I’m not crazy about insta-love, but insta-lust? Bring it on! Scott and Derek were hot for each other from first glance, and that had me all kinds of hot for them. Although

I shook my head at their astonishing lack of gaydar, once that issue was resolved the two were sizzling. That heated sexual tension that overrides everything else in life was ever present, and it put me in a state of anticipation (along with them, of course) almost immediately.

This is not what one would call an easy read. There is angst, self-doubt and self-recrimination deep within both Scott and Derek that pervades the whole story. There is also a glimmer of hope that comes from each of them finding their outlet in creativity, and ultimately each other.

The depths of their inner turmoil allowed for empathy. I wanted them to face their demons, to find absolution and solace together. It also paved the bumpy road to their HEA. I was so glad for that HEA, though. And the sex. Of course the sex. Did I mention it was hot??

At book’s end, I was struck with the thought that I would have loved more of Derek and Scott. A bit of a longer story with some more detail would have definitely amped things up. That being said, for a short read the emotion, depth of character and story was impressive.

If you are like me, and broody, broken, sexy men are your thing, grab this one up and introduce yourself to Scott and Derek. I hope you like them as much as I do!

** I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through www.mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com **

Bump and Grind by Cameron D. James

e9769dc8eab9f6c19eaa7c037d82463d68abe858Title: Bump and Grind
Series: Go-Go Boys of Club 21, #1
Author: Cameron D. James
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (110 pages)
Publisher: Cameron D. James (November 1st, 2014)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥3Hearts
Blurb: Liam loves the life of being a go-go boy—dancing, partying, and constant adoration from hot clients. The only thing he has to worry about is if he’s using the right moves as he grinds to the beat to win the affection of the highest tippers.

But tonight, there’s a new patron at Club 21—Ryan, a dream hunk and former porn celebrity—and he’s got eyes for Liam, and Liam alone. A private dance is a no-touch affair, but when Ryan rents Liam for half an hour all for himself, the experience forever changes how Liam sees his life in the club.

ASIN: B00P4IBA7A

Product Link: (links to all vendors available at this page, including Are, Amazon, iBooks, Google Play) http://www.camerondjames.com/shorts/Bump_and_Grind/buy.html

Reviewer: Prime

Review: I’m going to say first up: the blurb is misleading for the reason that the blurb only talks about go-go boy Liam and his mysterious, sexy hunk of client, Ryan. But, and this is a big but, there are also two other stories going on here, that of Liam’s fellow go-go boys Lance and Ken. Liam and Ken have been doing it a while but Lance is a newbie.

All three are happy and enthusiastic about their job as go-go boys at Club 21. This is a good book but on thinking, there isn’t a lot in the way of plot. The plot point of Liam and Ryan only forms about a third of the book. The thing is I liked this plot and really wanted to know more. The rest talks about the ins and outs of these guys jobs and has POV from Liam, Ken and Lance. To be perfectly frank, I felt as though I needed more time and details on Liam and Ryan and less time (still conveying the same info) on Lance and Ken.

I feel reluctant saying much else because to me not much really happens, which leaves me oddly disappointed. Then there is the ending. It’s a cliffhanger ending… frustrating but will probably keep me reading. This is a very sexy, hot of what should prove interesting.

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Choices and Changes by K.L. Belanger ~ Audiobook

ChoicesandChangesAUDLgTitle: Choices and Changes
Author: K.L. Belanger
Narrator: Jonathan Waters
Genre: Contemporary
Length: 6 hours and 43 minutes
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (09-22-14)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: On the cusp of his twenty-fifth birthday, Bo Sanford grows frustrated with his directionless life. Slaving away at his father’s construction company all week and partying every weekend leaves him little time for introspection, but he knows it’s time for a change. When his best friend, Mac, drags him to a college party, Bo catches sight of a girl. But not just any girl—the girl of his dreams: a delicate blonde-haired beauty with a pink scarf and a smile that promises warmth and humor. There’s just one problem: she isn’t a girl.

Even after Bo discovers the truth, he keeps seeing Erick, and the choice to follow his heart despite the obstacles has profound repercussions on not only his sense of self but his relationship with his family and even his job. Being with Erick makes him all the more determined to be his own man and claw his way out from under his father’s thumb.

But Erick faces choices of his own: the choice to get involved with someone redefining his sexuality, the choice to trust again, and even the choice to believe love can last beyond the temporary.

Product Link: http://www.audible.com/pd/Fiction/Choices-and-Changes-Audiobook/B00NQ82HKY

Reviewer: Tams

Review: It’s been almost two years since I initially read Choices and Changes, as it was not only a favorite read but also my first gay for you type story, I was anxious to dive into the audio version and visit with Bo and Erick again.

Jonathan Waters did an amazing job of bringing Belanger’s words to life, of giving Bo and Erick a distinct voice in his retelling. These two young men are portrayed so realistic, relatable, flawed, and approachable that you can’t help but fall in love with them, and root for them to find their own little piece of happiness.

Something that stood out more so in the audio version for me than it did in the print was the overbearing and abusive personality of Bo’s dad. While this isn’t the type of story where there is a villain per say, this asshat still managed to achieve villain status in my mind while I was listening to this story.

I thought I was going to have to take a chill pill, literally, when he started in on Bo in the office the first time Bo tried to quit. And then to find out the truth behind what happened with Bo’s mom, I seriously wanted to strangle the SOB. And Waters truly found this gravely, mean and hateful tone for the father that conveyed just how ugly a character he really was. Great job sir!

Colorful narration brought to life this richly written story about a strong young man who is struggling to figure out who he is and refuses to be labeled. If you have the opportunity, I suggest both reading and listening to this story, as each version is just as good as the other, and both are just a treat!

* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *

Lights, Camera, Cupid! Blog Tour, Review & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, we have Lights, Camera, Cupid! and it’s incredible authors stopping by today on the Valentine blog tour. There’s a fabulous Valentine’s giveaway and my review of Lights, Camera, Cupid! for you to check out but no excerpt this time (I couldn’t find one to nick *pout*) but trust me these are great stories 😉 anyway check out the post and leave a comment to enter this great giveaway! <3 ~Pixie~

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 Lights, Camera, Cupid!

 (A Bluewater Bay Valentine’s Day Anthology)
by

L.A. Witt, Z.A. Maxfield, Anne Tenino, S.E. Jakes, Amy Lane

Cupid is visiting Bluewater Bay, and he’s leaving chaos in his wake.

Nothing’s been the same in this sleepy little logging town since Hollywood came to shoot the hit TV show Wolf’s Landing—especially Valentine’s Day.

In L.A. Witt’s Just Another Day, beloved actors Levi Pritchard and Carter Samuels have an announcement for their fans, while in Z.A. Maxfield’s I’ll Be There, actor Spencer Kepler and his boyfriend Nash Holly brave a blizzard and a fan convention to spend their first February the 14th together.

Of course, it’s not just TV stars celebrating the day. In Anne Tenino’s Helping Hand, an aspiring artist eager to escape Bluewater Bay decides he just might have a reason to stay: lust-inspiring logger Gabriel Savage. In S.E. Jakes’s No Easy Way, a local teacher reconnects with an old lover working security on the film set. And in Amy Lane’s Nascha, a Bluewater Bay elder recalls how his own unconventional family used to celebrate the holiday.

Real life may be nothing like TV, but when Cupid comes to town, there’s plenty of romance and drama to go around.

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Like Stars by Selina Kray Guest Post, Excerpt, Review & Giveaway!

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Hi peeps, we have Selina Kray stopping by for a visit with her debut novel Like Stars, Selina chats a bit about Like Stars title, I’ve nicked a bit of an excerpt, we have a fantastic comment giveaway and we have Prime’s review for you to check out. So peeps check out the post then leave a comment to enter the giveaway! <3 ~Pixie~ 

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 Like Stars

 by

Selina Kray

What if your true love walked back into your life five years after his death?

Nathaniel Thredgold has finally returned from the war. Or has he? His lover, Wesley Douglas, isn’t sure. Wesley must put aside his engagement, his disbelief, and his anger to give his professional opinion. The truth about their relationship isn’t an option. But is this stranger really the Ravensworth heir and Wesley’s long-lost love? When your heart’s at stake, there’s no room for doubt.

Set in the Edwardian era, Like Stars is a tale of mysterious identities, scandalous family secrets, and lovers in a dangerous time.

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Storming Love: Blizzard, MLR Press Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Hi guys, today we have joined by MRL Press as they show off their newest series Storming Love: Blizzard, there’s six books in the series from six great authors and I’ve nicked an excerpt from MLR Press for one of the books *shhh don’t tell MLR Press* so check out the post and then click the Rafflecopter link <3 ~Pixie~

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 Storming Love: Blizzard

 by

Sara York, Neil Placky, R.J. Scott, Vicktor Alexander, Nicole Dennis, Jackie Nacht

Storming Love S2_Jens_and_ElliotStorming Love: Blizzard – Jens & Elliot by Sara York (release date: 1/23/15)

Jens Arnesen is only looking for a taste of the city, a place to experience Boston. What he finds is a sexy naked man who ends up being more than he bargained for. Elliot Matthews needs a place to stay until the storm blows over and the airports open. Being walked in on by Jens starts out as an annoyance but grows into the best thing in his life. When the skies clear and the airports open, they have no choice but to part. If only they lived closer to each other then life would be perfect.

When the storm throws them together, can Jens and Elliot make the most of the situation?

http://www.mlrbooks.com/ShowBook.php?book=SLS2_SY1

Storming Love S2_Kimo_and_MikeStorming Love: Blizzard – Kimo & Mike by Neil Plakcy (release date: 1/30/15)

Former competitive surfer and Honolulu homicide detective Kimo Kanapa’aka is in his element in his home state of Hawaii. But a ski trip with his partner, fire investigator Mike Riccardi, knocks him off balance. As a bitter storm rages outside the condo where they’re staying, one of Mike’s college buddies is feuding with his wife and the other is making sexy overtures to Kimo. Will these tensions ruin the vacation and perhaps even drive a wedge between Kimo and Mike?

http://www.mlrbooks.com/ShowBook.php?book=SLS2_NP2

Storming Love S2_Seth_and_CaseyStorming Love: Blizzard – Seth & Casey by RJ Scott (release date: 2/6/15)

The blizzard of the century has stranded teacher Casey McGuire and pupils at a country retreat. As a last resort and fearing for their lives he calls his ex, fireman Seth Wild. The same man who promised that he would always be there for Casey.

Seth is on sick leave after a terrible accident leaves him near dead. He’s wallowing in self pity and he’s already driven away the only man who cared about him. Casey. When he receives the call, he is the only person left to help and nothing will stop him.

Because if Seth can’t help, then very possibly Casey and the kids won’t make it out of this alive.

http://www.mlrbooks.com/ShowBook.php?book=SLS2RJS3

Storming Love S2_Layne_River_and_DamionStorming Love: Blizzard – Layne, River & Damion by Vicktor Alexander (release date: 2/13/15)

It has taken Damion Martin six months to finally start to get over the startling break-up from his partner Layne Haylse. They’d been high school sweethearts and blissfully in love. Then the man suddenly wanted nothing to do with him. Having to work with him at Yale University almost every day made the separation that much harder. Meeting the young marketing major, River Cunningham, may just be the ticket to helping Damion heal.

But they say that to every story there’s two sides, and the truth lies somewhere in the middle. When a harrowing blizzard crashes through Connecticut, trapping all three men inside the campus library, they will soon find that sometimes things aren’t as black and white as they seem. When the truth is revealed, it may change their lives forever.

(release date: 2/13/15)

Storming Love S2_Morgan_and_GavinStorming Love: Blizzard – Gavin & Morgan by Nicole Dennis (release date: 2/20/15)

Drained from forecasting both hurricanes and twisters, Gavin Larson, a meteorologist, accepts a request to become the head forecaster for a Philadelphia television station. He goes for a trial time during winter. A calm, quiet winter where he can recharge. Until he discovers a series of potential events ready to clash.

Taking over his family’s position, Morgan Rylee Whittaker III feels the pressure to follow their lofty attitude, he can’t stay hidden in the executive suites. He jumps into the chaos. Bumping into the meteorologist, Morgan feels a thump of arousal, but listens when Gavin locates a dangerous blizzard heading up the coast.

Together, they protect and prepare Philadelphia from the incoming nor’easter. They dance around the steady beat of attraction brewing between them as the storm rages.

(release date: 2/20/15)

Storming Love S2_Stokes_and_FordStorming Love: Blizzard – Stokes & Ford by Jackie Nacht (release date: 2/27/15)

Ford and Stokes are about to weather two storms; the blizzard coming their way and their growing feelings for one another.

Stokes has been rooming with Ford ever since the first day of college. Although his feelings had started out as friendly, over time, they have grown deeper. He’s fallen for Ford, hard, but how the hell is Stokes going to tell Ford? When college winter break approaches, Stokes decides to take Ford up to his parent’s rental to have a fun weekend  with Ford and finally let his best friend know what he feels. However, with a blizzard coming in, they will have to weather the storm outside and in their hearts. 

(release date: 2/27/15)

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Einarr by Lynn Hagen

lh-lh-dw-einarr3150128_0244Title: Einarr
Series: Demon Warriors, #7
Author: Lynn Hagen
Genre: Fantasy
Length: Novella (91 Pages)
Publisher: Siren Publishing (February 9, 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Kendrick Walsh is smitten with Einarr the moment he lays eyes on the demon. They spend weeks getting to know one another. And then trouble strikes and Einarr tries to push Kendrick away, but Kendrick isn’t a man to give up so easily.

Einarr grew up in the worst city the demon realm has to offer. Abandoned by his parents, Einarr is raised by his sadistic uncle. He knows nothing of love and can’t understand why Kendrick refuses to walk away.

As Einarr desperately tries to shield Kendrick from his violent and chaotic life, he finds himself falling for the human in ways he never dreamed possible. Unfortunately, Einarr’s past refuses to release its nightmarish grip. Einarr must go through hell in order to find heaven.

But will Kendrick still look at him the same when Einarr has to kill in order to save the one man who just might show him what love truly means?

ISBN: 978-1-63258-804-3

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/einarr

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in Demon Warrior collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. There is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men involved. I love the way Lynn can put together a book that not only fascinates you but draws you in. I had a blast reading this and look forward to reading more by Lynn.

There is something about the way that Lynn tells a story that will not only draw you in and keep your attention the whole time, but it will more than likely have you laughing your ass off. The characters are beautifully written with big hearts, however if you cross them, they have no problem putting you down. They will protect their mates with their entire lives. I had a blast reading this story. This story is perfect for when you are trying to take a break.

Kendrick has known about the paranormal world now for some time. He has been friends with them and is attracted to Einarr for some time. He has even been spending time with him as friends, even though he wants it as more. When danger comes for Omar they need the demon’s to get him back. More to the fact that they need Einarr’s help.

Einarr is a demon warrior, but at one time worked for the man who took Kendrick’s nephew. He didn’t know love or understand it, but he wanted Kendrick. Kendrick was his mate, although he didn’t know it like the shifters and vampires do. He just wanted to protect his mate from the violent side of his life. However when his past shows up, he will protect his mate with everything in him.

Things heat up for these two and life as they know it is about to change.

I absolutely love this book almost as much as I have loved the other’s in this series. I can’t wait to read the next story. When Lynn puts out a book, I am usually there to eat them up. They do have a bit of a serious tone to them but there is a lot of humor in them that I love. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It also gave me everything I could want in a book.

I would definitely recommend reading this book. Trust me it will keep you laughing, crying, loving, and having fun.

* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *

Wolfe and His Bunny by Susan Laine

sl-wolfeandhisbunny3150129_0322Title: Wolfe and His Bunny
Series: N/A
Author: Susan Laine
Genre: Paranormal/ Shape-shifter
Length: Novella (110 Pages)
Publisher: Siren Publishing (February 10, 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Wolfe has a century under his belt as an Alpha werewolf for a small outcast pack. He loves taking care of those who have been rejected by their birth packs or lost them in accidents or wars. But Wolfe is lonely, as he hasn’t yet found his mate to share his burdens of leadership or his passions in bed.

One night he catches an alluring scent and gives chase to a cute but surprisingly reluctant guy named Peter. Though smart, funny, and headstrong, Peter is a rabbit shifter. And wolves and bunnies don’t mix, do they? Their first encounter certainly suggests so. They seem to have nothing in common. Wolfe is a bounty hunter living on a knife-edge of danger while Peter shelters discarded and wounded animals, believing in peace and mercy.

For these two vastly different men learning to trust one another for a working relationship is a lesson in love.

ISBN: 978-1-63258-745-9

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/wolfe-and-his-bunny

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Susan Laine is another author that I have found to be a hit. I chose this book because the title intrigued me. Most times wolves eat bunnies and not in a good way. So when I saw this book I knew I had to get my hands on it. It was a fascinating tale about mates and how they don’t always just jump into a relationship, but proves that it takes a lot of work to make it.

Wolfe is the pack Alpha and has been doing a pretty good job at it. His pack is one that is unusual. Most packs are born into it. However, Wolfe’s pack is from all over. His father had been a pack Alpha and when the beta wanted to be Alpha he told Wolfe’s secret. After being forced to leave his pack, he had made the choice to start a pack of his own. So out one night, he smells the best scent. A scent that calls not only to him but also to his wolf. He has found his mate, and surprise his mate is a bunny shifter.

Peter is a bunny shifter and is afraid of his mate. Wolves eat bunnies, and in this case, he is right and wrong. He is about to get eaten but in a very good way. It takes some time to trust his mate and fall in love, but he wants to take his time. He wants to get to know his mate. However, his mate just wants to get to it. He has to stand up to him but his will power is not as strong as he wants, because he wants his mate also. And when they get together, it is like hot sex on a stick.

I had a blast reading this and hope that this is just a start to many more stories like this one. I loved it and look forward to reading more by Susan. The characters are well written and grab your attention from the start. You will fall in love with them and laugh at their antics. It gives you a strong Alpha wolf, a feisty bunny mate, excitement, a bit of temperaments and some hot sex.

It had caught my attention from the moment I started reading it and kept it all the way to the end. It gave me almost everything I could want in a story, although I wished for a bit of danger to be added, I was quite surprised by it.

I would recommend reading this amazing story and checking out the rest by Susan.

* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *

Jonan's Intelligent Mate by Sydney Lain

sl-sw-jonansintelligentmate3150126_0157Title: Jonan’s Intelligent Mate
Series: Space Warriors, #4
Author: Sydney Lain
Genre: Futuristic/ Paranormal/ Science Fiction
Length: Novella (88 Pages)
Publisher: Siren Publishing (February 5, 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Jonan Garrison is the lead engineer aboard a spaceship. He’s a workaholic that never leaves his post. After two years of nonstop work, he plans to attend the largest technology convention in the universe.

Eli is racing against time. He created a weapon that could destroy planets. His boss plans to unleash the power at the technology convention. Determined to stop the slaughter, Eli sets out to destroy the weapon. He didn’t count on meeting his mate along the way.

The instant attraction sizzles between Jonan and Eli, but Jonan can’t figure Eli out. He’s a puzzle that’s missing a few pieces. When he follows Eli, he finds him breaking into a secure area and placing bombs.

Torn between justice and helping his mate, Jonan needs to make a choice. With men following them and determined to capture Eli, they run. Will Jonan forgive Eli for his lies?

Can Eli learn to trust Jonan with the complete truth?

ISBN: 978-1-63258-919-4

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/jonans-intelligent-mate

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in Space Warriors collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. There is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men involved. I love the way Sydney can put together a book that not only fascinates you but draws you in. I had a blast reading this and look forward to reading more by Sydney Lain.

There is something about the way that Sydney tells a story that will not only draw you in and keep your attention the whole time, but it will more than likely have you laughing your ass off. The characters are beautifully written with big hearts, however if you cross them, they have no problem putting you down. They will protect their mates with their entire lives. I had a blast reading this story. This story is perfect for when you are trying to take a break.

Eli had been basically sold by his family to the Axel Group. He started off making things to help people. Kill diseases and other helpful ideas were what he had wanted to create. That is until his owner had him make a weapon that would kill. If he resisted they would beat him but kept him alive no matter what.

His goal was to find a way to escape and then to destroy the weapon he had created. He lived with so much guilt that when help came in the form of his mate, he was afraid. He didn’t mind dying as long as he kept others safe. So when his mate basically saved him after his escape he was surprised and grateful.

Jonan was a warrior and hated the creations that killed. If you couldn’t kill with your own hands, then it was considered evil. That did not mean he hated his mate, in fact he wanted his mate naked and ready for him. He, at first followed to see what Eli was up to, and then when he found out that his mate was the man he had went to watch at the convention he was surprised and shocked. He knew his mate feared all and that he was leery of strangers. He decided to take matters in his own hand and protect his mate.

I absolutely love this book almost as much as I have loved the other’s in this series. I can’t wait to read the next story. When Sydney puts out a book, I am usually there to eat them up. They do have a bit of a serious tone to them but there is a lot of humor in them that I love. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It also gave me everything I could want in a book.

I would definitely recommend reading this book. Trust me it will keep you laughing, crying, loving, and having fun.

* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *

Passionate Premonition by Frey Ortega

fo-itnw-passionatepremonition3141202_0235Title: Passionate Premonition
Series: Into the New World #3
Author: Frey Ortega
Genre: Paranormal
Length: Novel (152 Pages)
Publisher: Siren Publishing (December 11, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: Kai Huang is a romantic who dreams of finding the one, and living a happily-ever-after since being disowned by his parents. To top it off, Kai has been having strange, prophetic dreams, and all of them are about one man. One day he sees that man in the form of Darius at a party and he’s drawn like moth to a flame.

Darius (or Artaxerxes, as he is called) is a demon whose latest mission was to make sure this madman of a vampire stayed alive, although he failed. Guarded and untrusting, Darius has never been in a relationship, so when fate decides to bring them together, Darius is shocked to find out that Kai is his mate.

Not all is well, however, when Kai and his friends are attacked by a supernatural force during a party. While the answers they seek are uncertain, Kai’s dreams hold the key to solving the mystery, as well as changing his life forever.

ISBN: 978-1-63258-698-8

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/passionate-premonition

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in Into the New World collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order.

There is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men involved. There is something about the way that Frey tells a story that will not only draw you in and keep your attention the whole time. The characters are beautifully written with big hearts, however if you cross them, they have no problem putting you down. They will protect their mates with their entire lives. I had a blast reading this story. This story is perfect for when you are trying to take a break. However, I must admit that it is a bit harder to truly get an understanding of it.

Kai was a human who saw things in his dreams. He had been dreaming of a sexy man, but he only saw him from the backside. He was friends with many of the paranormal world, even if he didn’t truly know it. He was a gentle young man, whose family disowned him when he was gay.

Now here he stands with his friends, and his eyes are on one big man standing across the room. He was turned on, but didn’t know if he should approach or not. He was known for sleeping with others, but I am not too sure about that. In one part of the story, it came across as if he had not been breached. So I am not too sure about that part. However when he looks at Darius, he is looking for the future.

Darius is looking at his mate. He knows a bit about Kai, but would love to know more about him. Now if only he would get off his ass and approach the young man. He knows that he will have to tell the man what he is, but until then they have many things to learn about each other.

I absolutely love this book almost as much as I have loved the others in this series. I can’t wait to read the next story. When Frey puts out a book, I am usually there to eat them up. They do have a bit of a serious tone to them but there is a bit of humor in them that I love. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It also gave me almost everything I could want in a book.

I would definitely recommend reading this book. Trust me it will keep you laughing, crying, loving, and having fun.

* I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through http://mmgoodbookreviews.wordpress.com *

Hearsay by Taylor V. Donovan

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Title: Hearsay
Series: Bylaws, #1
Author: Taylor V. Donovan
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novel (299 Pages)
Publisher: TVD Books (May 28th, 2014)
Heat Level: Low
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: Senior associate attorney Derrick Swain wants it all: a loving husband, a fulfilling career, and a couple of kids. After years of hard work, he’s on the fast track to a promotion. He’s also met the man of his dreams. A week of daily lunch meetings in Central Park provides the perfect setting to get to know him better, and Derrick thinks it won’t be long before they take the next step and go on a date. But instead of asking him out, the object of his affection stops showing up without explanation, leaving him to wonder what went wrong.

As part owner of one of the most prestigious law firms in New York City, Roman Bradford knows that professional success isn’t the be all end all. Although he’s been lucky in life, true love has eluded him for the most part. One too many failed relationships have caused him to be leery of trying again, until he meets a man who can only be described as temptation personified.

A few conversations are all it takes for Roman to start believing things will be different this time around. It doesn’t matter that they are boss and employee, or that he’s feeling too much, too fast. Not when he can see the same emotions in Derrick’s eyes. Then life turns on a dime, and Roman has no option but to let his chance at happiness go.

A battle of wills ensues when a life-altering case brings them together a year later. Roman wants to do the right thing by not letting anything happen between them, and Derrick is determined to prove they’re meant to be together. Evidence will be presented and final arguments will be made.

Will they be able to come to an agreement, or will they opt to have their potential relationship dismissed?

ISBN: 052814052814

Product Link: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-hearsay-1527580-145.html

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Hearsay is the first installment in Bylaws series about attorneys working for Acosta, Bradford & Chadwick. It is also part of a trilogy with in the series. All of the books will focus mainly on Roman and Derrick. You will get to follow their journey as they deal with damaging rumors, the judicial system, and life’s curveballs while they make their way toward coupledom.

I was fascinated by this book, so much so that I could not put it down till I got the end. You need to have tissues near you when you read this story because it will have you in tears. It is a very intriguing story that will draw you in and keep you captivated.

Roman and Derrick have been attracted to each other for some time. Derrick’s past and Roman’s future makes it very difficult to move forward. However, that was on Roman. Derrick had told him about how his mother had lupus and slowly died. He never thought he would have the strength to go through that again, not even for someone he lived. It made him afraid, and Roman would never do that to him.

When a teenager comes forward and says that one of Derrick’s friends with benefits molested him things start to heat up real fast. It heats up because this same young man says that he had seen Derrick and Tyler having sex and flashing him. It was all lies but brings things to the front of what is truly wrong. Roman was HIV positive and he didn’t want Derrick to face it with him.

Derrick had wanted his boss and loved him with his heart, but he thought Roman would never want him. No matter what anyone said, he just didn’t believe it. Now there was a problem with one of his past lovers and Roman figured he lied to him. Things were just not going the way he planned. He wanted Roman to love him and want him.

He knew there was some important secret that was not being spoken, but damn he wanted answers. The answer was not what he had expected, but he would do everything to prove to Roman that he was the one he wanted forever. Now all they had to do is to make sure Derrick didn’t end up in prison for a crime he did not commit. This has more passion and fire in it, then any other book I have ever written.

I was captivated the moment I started reading it. I must admit that even though I choose the book, the more I kept looking at the cover, and the title I just put it down to read later. Which once I started reading it I could have smacked myself upside the head for not getting to it earlier. It was an amazing story that will have even the strongest man in tears. It was so tender and so compelling that I just couldn’t stop reading it.

I felt bad for Roman. Here he is with HIV and thinking that the one man he loved would turn from him once he found out. Although I could have smacked him upside the head for not having enough confidence in the man he loves. Derrick proved that he has got to be the strongest man ever. He had shown that when he was just a child, with fears of what would happen to the point where he will do anything for Roman. As long as they stayed side by side for it all. Now facing prison on top of it all, plus all the rumors going around one would have to stay strong through all the trying times.

I would definitely recommend reading this. Although I would say that, I am mad at Taylor, for making me have to wait for the next story to find out what happens next. A cliffhanger was not what I was thinking when I got to the end of the book.

I loved this book and cannot wait for the next one in this amazing story. I must admit that I don’t know too much about HIV and aids but can there be a happily ever after or will there be pain to look forward to. However, I look forward to finding out. This story definitely has a twist to it that I absolutely loved. Trust me you have got to read this book.

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Twelve Black Hearts for Christmas by Wulf Francu Godgluck

71fp6hcbOlL._SL1240_Title: Twelve Black Hearts for Christmas
Series: N/A
Author: Wulf Francu Godgluck
Genre: Horror
Length: Short (25 pages)
Publisher: Wulf Francu Godgluck (December 22, 2014)
Heat Level: Low
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts
Blurb: For every good, there is a dark…

Christmas is no exception…

Product Link: http://www.amazon.com/Twelve-Black-Hearts-Christmas-Godgluck-ebook/dp/B00RCTUMJ6
Reviewer: Shorty
Review: Murders are happening with no suspects yet. Grisly details of some of the murders. A weird dream leads to a shocking conclusion. Intense but well written.

I could not stop reading until the very end. This story grabs your attention and keeps it. Great read.

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Good Bones by C.C. Flanagan

81h2vpqVBtL._SL1500_Title: Good Bones
Series: N/A
Author: C.C. Flanagan
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novel (228 pages)
Publisher: Loose-Id (September 2nd, 2014)
Heat Level: Low
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4.5Hearts
Blurb: Ace Hoffman is a home stager who is trying to escape his latest closet case heartbreak. Zane McDonnell is a chiropractor who has made the closet into a comfortable home. They meet in a dark back room one night and part just as quickly, never to see each other again–

Until Ace shows up at the door of Zane’s brother to work on his house. Now the guy who has sworn off closet cases can’t escape the man who is afraid to show the world who he is. When one tends to run and the other always hides, can they build any kind of future together?

ISBN: 9781611189513

Product Link: http://www.loose-id.com/good-bones.html

Reviewer: Prime

Review: This book is just a whole lot of fun. There is also a whole lot of melodrama, which was once or twice over the top in my opinion, and for the most part, it was one character that could claim sole responsibility for it. The best part of that, it wasn’t the out and proud interior designer (house stager), Ace (aka Acelin). It was the mostly closest chiropractor, Zane, who at times did irritate me, but we can ignore that because the story is awesome.

In a way, I suppose, this story sort of serves as a coming out for Zane, who is thirty-seven and owns his own successful practice as a chiropractor in small-town Kansas. Hence the melodrama. Ace is a sweetheart, he has his own business he runs from home and moved to Kansas to get away from his deeply closest, mamma’s boy ex-boyfriend. He has established his business and he enjoys a close friendship with Erik, his best friend.

Which brings me to the cast of minor characters, who are just so damn lovable! Erik, Ace’s best friend, is also getting over (or got over, just too shy) a relationship that went sour. He is shy and lack self-confidence, but he also happens to have a crush on his best friend. I have to say, I really want Erik to get a happily ever after. He is all sweetness and soul. And maybe, ever so slightly, Ace took advantage of this friendship.

The other two main characters, who are just great, are Zane’s brother and sister-in-law, Brody and Adel. Adel is a force of nature and immediately buddies up with Ace, and Ace quickly calls her his fag-hag. She’s all for match making and at the end of the book was promising to find a match for Erik.

The epilogue just seemed rushed. It was written in the style where it’s a quick paragraph about each character and what happens to them. It was ok, in fact, it was good, yet somehow it didn’t quite match the style of everything else I just read. If it had been narrated by Ace, then perhaps it would match, but this was in third person. I just felt a little unsatisfied, like there could be more.

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Slippery Slope by Iyana Jenna

9121Gftu+fL._SL1500_Title: Slippery Slope

Series: N/A

Author: Iyana Jenna

Genre: Contemporary/Erotica

Length: Novella (75 pages)

ISBN: 9781611526769

Publisher: JMS Books LLC (November 9th 2014)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥ 3 Hearts

Reviewer: Cat

Blurb: Actors Ethan Grey and Alex Haynes are gay, but in Hollywood, they can’t be open unless they’re willing to be typecast in future movies or they’re dating prominent gay producers. Since neither are willing to become stereotypes, and neither have studio boyfriends, they take another path — hiding their relationship under the cover of a pretend girlfriend.

What works for Ethan, though, doesn’t work for Alex, who screws up to the point of losing his job and the chance to get another. His manager finally finds him another job across the pond, where he meets Nathan Wells.

Nathan can be the prominent producer Alex needs to further his career, but there’s something Alex doesn’t know about the man. Soon Wells grows obsessed with Alex, and he’ll do anything to keep Alex from getting away.

Though Nathan wants Alex for himself, there’s still Ethan to think about. Is the love story between Alex and Ethan really over? Or will Ethan find a way to get his boyfriend back?

Purchase Link: http://www.jms-books.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=29_94&products_id=1270

Review: What happens when you live in a world where you are expected to live to the public standards? Ethan and Alex are gay and in love. Both young men are highly popular actors. Alex wants more form Ethan. Ethan is afraid of what would happen if they actually came out. Their careers are on a slippery slope.

This is a sweet story with some dark undernotes. The beginning is very sweet and we see how much these men love each other than there is a twist throwing Alex into depression, pain, anger, and possibly danger.

Iyana is one of my favorite authors but I will say this isn’t one of my favorite stories of hers. In my opinion and remember this is just my opinion it needed a bit more editing or perhaps a beta read, because I found a few loopholes. I also would have liked more of Alex and Ethan’s history and backstory. I really loved though the passion and love between Ethan and Alex and the emotions of Ethan dealing with being closeted.

If you like sweet romance, actors, closeted men, a dark twist with a happy ending this is for you.

Wolf Moon by Isabel Dare

81MXhpLiaCL._SL1500_Title: Wolf Moon
Series: Mountain Wolves, # 4
Author: Isabel Dare
Genre: Paranormal
Length: Novella (96 pages)
Publisher: Isabel Dare (May 28th 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Working as a motorcycle mechanic, Jake meets his share of rich guys. Arrogant jerks, all of them, who only feed Jake’s bad temper.

But then he meets Conrad. Soft-spoken, elegant, wealthy Conrad, who asks Jake to remodel his vintage chopper…and asks him out to dinner, too.
Guys like Conrad don’t fall for guys like Jake. Everyone knows that.

Everyone except Conrad, apparently.

But then, just when things are going suspiciously well, Jake finds out that Conrad is a werewolf…

The fourth book in the Mountain Wolves series, Wolf Moon is 30.000 words long.

Product Link: http://www.amazon.com/Wolf-Moon-Mountain-Wolves-Book-ebook/dp/B00KMSKVOA

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: A really good story with amazing details. Conrad, Erick’s brother, meets Jake, a human who hates the reds. Intense and emotional scenes between the two as well as with Conrad and the rest of the pack.

I felt sorry for Conrad as he felt he was all alone without a true pack. But Jake is just the man he needs to help him. Fantastic story with hot sex.

Highly recommended.

Be warned this book will be continued.

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Morgan and the Star Guard by Jade Astor

81v-KUk2krL._SL1500_Title: Morgan and the Star Guard
Series: Star Cadets, #1
Author: Jade Astor
Genre: Sci-Fi/ Futuristic
Length: Short Story (18 Pages)
Publisher: Dark Hollows Press (March 6th, 2014)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥1.5Hearts
Blurb: Growing up on one of the quadrant’s most popular star stations, Morgan Drex has spent half his life fantasizing about one day wearing the sleek blue-and-gold outfits and tall, gleaming black boots of Earth’s elite Star Guard. Those dreams have almost faded when he meets Evander Redshift at the Lunar Bar one night.

A tough officer who has traveled the galaxy, Evander offers Morgan a chance not just to become a Star Guard, but to become a man as well. That won’t be easy for a guy who has never left the space station where he was born and whose family has already mapped out a career path for him in the local casino.

Somehow, Morgan has to muster the courage to accept Evander’s offer and take off for the stars.

ISBN: 978-1-940756-28-8

Product Link: http://www.darkhollowspress.com/#!morgan/cx2f

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: This was an interesting book, maybe more so if it was actually longer. It took a total of five minutes to read the whole book. For me to really get into it, there has to actually be a story. This was not what I expected.

Morgan always wanted to be a star guard and looked forward to reaching his goal. While at work, he hooks up with a star guard. Evander is what he would like to be. After a few rounds of hot sex, he takes Evander up on his lesson and heads to the stars.

It was meet, be fascinated by a star guard, have sex a couple of times and then that was it. There was nothing really in the story. I hope that the second book gives me more to read with a story line, maybe a bit of danger and excitement. This was a disappointment and I am just not too sure about the series any longer.

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Truck Me All Night Long by J.D. Walker

81FTMvGgLPL._SL1425_Title: Truck Me All Night Long
Series: Truck Me…
Author: J.D. Walker
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (51 Pages)
Publisher: MLR Press (October 24, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥3Hearts
Blurb: Can a forty-two year old truck driver who chases twinks, and a young-looking forklift operator searching for a mature relationship find common ground?

Trev Harding is a forty-two year old truck driver who loves having sex with a different twenty-something year old every night. The only exception to this is one-time trick Grant Hess, a mid-thirties forklift operator who could pass for twenty-three. Trev’s life takes a startling turn when he’s told by a twenty-one year old that people see him as a dirty old man. Trev is forced to do some soul-searching and asks Grant for advice.

Their friendship blossoms, and Trev decides it’s time to try something new. And he knows just the man to do it with—Grant.

ISBN: MLR-1-02014-0357

Product Link: http://www.mlrbooks.com/ShowBook.php?book=JDWTMANL

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: I always wondered if men really did what they did in this book. You know screw anything that walked as long as they were young and gorgeous. Then I look around and say hell yes they do. I can see myself looking at the rest of J.D.’s books.

Trev is a forty-two year old man who slept with any young twenty something man. He was in fact pretty much a walking sex addict it would seem. Even with those around him telling him that he is in need of someone his age to stick by him for life. He wasn’t too sure but there was one that kept him looking longer.

Grant wanted to be that man for Trev, now all he had to do is to get Trev to figure it out.

This was a blast to read and I would recommend it. It has its sad parts but ended up happily ever after, or so I hope. I would love for it to be longer, because I would love to see where they go from this. It feels like I am just left hanging because I really want to know more about their future. It was a cute little story and you have got to read it.

Gorgeous men, hot sex, a little excitement and some growing up is offered in this story.

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UnPrison by Yamila Abraham

81GiBPAJ4sL._SL1500_Title: UnPrison
Series: N/A
Author: Yamila Abraham
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (105 Pages)
Publisher: Yaoi Press (November 18, 2014)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥3Hearts
Blurb: A scrawny Princeton freshman gets sent to prison where he becomes the property of a powerful yet compassionate inmate. For adults only.
Product Link: http://www.amazon.com/UnPrison-Yamila-Abraham-ebook/dp/B00PU46ICA
Reviewer: Lisa
Review: Damn this was a hard book but it was a good read. It also tells me that I never want to see the inside of a prison. Ryan got busted for drugs and sentenced to over twenty years in a medium security prison. Knowing what happens in prison has in frightened and not sure what to do.

With the help of an inmate on his first hour there, he was given to an inmate that had been in for more than twenty years already. At first, he wasn’t so sure about Harrison, but after a while he realized he was in love. It is a hard life with lots of danger, excitement, fear, anger, pain and just a bizarre time all the way around. It would seem Harrison felt the same way about the young kid that has been shown to him.

I am not really sure how to give you a good review without telling the story so I will leave it at that. It was a damn good story that I wished many of the young would read. To see what they really do go through inside the joint and how to make it through it all. I had a blast reading this and felt bad for those who are in similar situations even though they did the crime.

It is a horrible place to be and for this young boy, his life is forever changed. I would recommend reading it.

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