Month: May 2018

Feral Claim by Fel Fern

Title: Feral Claim

Series: Devil Hills Wolves 01

Author: Fel Fern

Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy

Length: Novella (128 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (April 12, 2018)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.5 Hearts

Blurb: Ordinary human Dave Rush and his psychic brother have spent their entire lives running away from a pro-human government. When Dave finds out the government wants his brother’s head on a platter, he takes his brother and runs. Dave’s spent his entire life being told that paranormals consider mere humans like him as prey. But when there’s no one else to turn to, Dave takes the risk of a lifetime and seeks the den of monsters for sanctuary.

For over a decade, the Devil Hills wolves have closed off their territory to outsiders, but the scent of his mate draws werewolf enforcer Forrest to find Dave. Forrest knows his community doesn’t allow humans in for a reason. Dave might be his undoing but once a Devil Hills wolf stakes his claim on a mate, there’s no stopping the hunt until he makes Dave his in every sense of the word.

ISBN: 978-1-64243-110-0

Product Link: Siren-BookStrand

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Dave loves being a police officer, even though he was just getting started. He was a normal human who had a deep secret. His brother, Daryl is a very special man with psychic powers. That placed them in danger at all times. In a world where paranormal’s were hunted down and either killed or put into rehabilitation.

Esper’s were humans with abilities that could heal or kill those around them. The government placed them into places that rehabilitates them but leaves them like a robot, with no emotions. Dave did not want that for his little brother, so when his chief started asking questions, he knew it was time to run. To go to the one place that might just also get them killed.

Forrest was a powerful wolf shifter who has just found his mate, a human. His alpha hated humans and would kill them on sight. He was about to do the one thing that could get them both killed, go against the alpha’s orders.

This is not one of those happy pack type of books. The pack is a hard place and they don’t have much patience for others. They come off very cold and heartless, especially the alpha. It is a very unique story with a different feel to it. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading it and kept it all the way to the end. I can’t say that it gave me everything I could ask for but it came pretty close. It has a dark tone to it that I didn’t really care for, but it worked for this story.

I liked Dave quite a bit but it took a bit of time to get into Forrest, however he was perfect for his mate. It felt like the story was missing something but I could not tell what it was. It will be one of those stories that will be read more than once though.

I enjoyed it quite a bit and would recommend it. I can’t wait to start on the next book.

Devour by Jocelynn Drake & Rinda Elliott

Title: Devour

Series: Unbreakable Bonds 04

Author: Jocelynn Drake & Rinda Elliott

Genre: Contemporary, Suspense

Length: Novel (272pgs)

Publisher: Jocelynn Drake & Rinda Elliott (April 28, 2017)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Ian Pierce is the chef and part owner of the hottest restaurant in Cincinnati, his chosen family is full of happy relationships, and the scruffy, snarky cop who has been haunting his dreams is one step closer to being in his bed. But everything comes crashing down when the past he narrowly escaped nine years ago comes to a deadly head.

Hollis Banner was enamored of Ian at first sight. He’s kept his distance, knowing the gorgeous, self-confident man is out of his league. Yet there’s no standing aside when Boris Jagger escapes a raid. Jagger’s world has been nearly destroyed and this time, the crime boss is coming after Ian and his friends personally.

Hollis will do whatever it takes to keep Ian safe as they escape to a safe house with a couple of Ian’s overprotective friends. And Ian finds himself in a race to unlock painful memories—memories containing information that could take down the very last of Jagger’s illegal operations forever.

Trigger warning: Flashbacks to abuse could be possible triggers for some.

ISBN: B06XNSRMCB

Product Link: Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Ian is very thankful to Rowe, Lucas and Snow for saving him from a cruel life many years ago. But at the same time he is tired of being scared of the one man he was saved from: Jagger. When threats from Jagger endanger his family Ian gets fed up.

Hollis, a cop, has been in love with Ian for some time now. After finding out what the man went through he takes on a very dangerous assignment to bring down the man who caused Ian so much pain and still torments him. But things go wrong when they are found out.

I loved this story. Ian and Hollis were so great together and I found that the way Hollis never rushed Ian, sweet. The dangerous situations were heart-stopping and edge of your seat worthy. I found the mix of of emotions and dangerous to be a great combination to an already fantastic read.

Highly recommended.

The Sinner and The Saint by R.J. Scott

Title: The Sinner and the Saint

Series: Ellery Mountain 08

Author: R.J. Scott

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (165pgs)

Publisher: Love Lane Books (24th April 2018)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts

Blurb: Army medic Ben Rockwell is in Ellery to work with the Veterans Center creating a new specialist unit for post trauma care. Desperate to make amends for battlefield decisions he regrets, he is focused on the unit and nothing else. Until some stranger moves in next door and throws him a curveball. He’s no hero, even though everyone says he is, and the lies burn inside him.

Leaving drama and chaos in his wake, Nicholas Merrick fled London and is hiding out in his friend Jason’s house, until everything back home dies a death. The choices he made in his life were to keep his best friend safe, but as a result everyone sees him as the bad guy.

When these two meet, the attraction is instant. Can they ever be their true selves, and find love as a result?

ISBN: 9781785641251

Product Link: Amazon US | Amazon UK | B&N | Kobo | Smashwords

Reviewer: Lisa

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

Serving in the army is not an easy deal for most. For Ben it was the one thing he felt guilty for. He had been an Army medic and in battle choices had to be made, life or death for many. It was the reason he never stayed in one place to long. In Ellery he helped at the clinic and was looking into getting them a burn unit set up. His brother had been badly burned while serving and he wanted to help him. One night he sees light in a home where no one should be, and you can guess how he reacted.

Nick had followed in his grandfathers footsteps, even though he realized he didn’t want to be an actor. He had only did it to piss off the parents, and he was doing a good job at it. He had been set up to marry his best friend, which neither wanted to do. So when she got pregnant by the one she loves, Nick had decided to take the fall in the end. Now in Ellery he was trying to get his head on straight, kind of hard to do when a sexy neighbor was calling the cops on him.

I actually liked this quite a bit better than the previous book I read. It was more heart felt and the characters were a bit more quirky. You could feel their pain and anger, the heartache and lust. I still felt like the story had been long winded and a bit more added into it that was not needed. I will admit that there was nothing out standing about this story, it just felt like every other love story out there. That is not saying it wasn’t good because it was, but it just didn’t pull at me like it should have.

I have only read book six in this series so I didn’t have a back ground of the town but realized that it really didn’t impact me too much. I have read a few stories by this author and had fallen in love with them, this one was a bit more action and danger free. It is more about the pain the guys are feeling, or guilt in this case with love in the end. It is nice for just a time out and I can see reading it more than once. The problem was it didn’t call to me like I had wanted. I will wait to see if the next book will be more compelling.

Even with my problems with the story, it is still a very good read. I would definitely recommend it to others.

Mr. April by Bailey Bradford

Title: Mr. April

Series: Calendar Men 04

Author: Bailey Bradford

Genre: Comedy and Humour, Paranormal

Length: Novella (90 pages)

Publisher: Pride Publishing (April 10, 2018)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Will is certain there’s truth to the phrase that no good deed goes unpunished.

William Blunt thought posing for a charity calendar would be fun. Instead, it’s kind of tedious and stressful, and his boyfriend begins to display some alarmingly jealous behavior. Once the shoot is over—again—he’s ready to move on to other things, one of which is, eventually, a healthier relationship.

Breaking up isn’t hard to do, and Will vows to learn from his past dating disasters. What he doesn’t count on is meeting a man whose smile turns his world upside down. Baz is gorgeous, but more than that, he’s intriguing and funny, and he seems to be as interested in Will as Will is in him.

But all is not smooth sailing, and a murder complicates the personal issues both men are already struggling with.

ISBN: 978-1-78651-652-7

Product Link: Pride Publishing | Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: A great addition to the series with Will and Baz in the middle of a murder mystery as well as the complication in Will’s life. Baz for his part is smart and funny and seemed to be Wills equal.

The overall feel of the story has an intriguing and relaxed atmosphere at times to culminate the mystery in it’s depths as well as the relationship nature of the characters. I liked this story with it’s mystery, humor and romance. You can never go wrong with that combination.

Fantastic addition.

The Agent and the Model by R.J. Scott

Title: The Agent and the Model

Series: Ellery Mountain 07

Author: R.J. Scott

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (99pgs)

Publisher: Love Lane Books Limited (January 23, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts

Blurb: Michael comes home to Ellery to face his past, only his present keeps intruding in the form of his agent Alex Casey, who won’t take no for an answer.

Michael Hardin is back in Ellery to face his past. The victim of a hate crime, he has memories that lie just out of his reach and nightmares that won’t leave him alone.

Alex Casey loves Michael but he completely ruined everything by treating Michael like someone who needed to be wrapped in cotton wool.

Can Michael discover more about his past and find love with Alex?

ISBN: 9781523709724

Product Link: Amazon US | Amazon UK | B&N | Kobo | Smashwords | iTunes

Reviewer: Lisa

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

When Michael had been a teen he had been attacked and it had taken him time to come to grips with it. Then in Paris the man he had loved had held something back from him and in the end he was attacked a second time. He blamed Alex for not telling him he had a stalker, he blamed him for the fear he still felt and he blamed him for their lost love.

Alex had only wanted to protect Michael but had not realized he had in fact placed him in danger. Now he had to make ammends but was definitely going the wrong way with it. Going to Ellery with a very grumpy Michael might not have been the best idea he had, but it would give him a better plan to fix the one thing that was holding them still together, their love.

This story is a very long winded story and didn’t really make the impact that it should have. My attention was not caught in the first paragraph and for me that is not a good sign. I could not connect with the characters like I should have, but the story itself had great potential. It shows that protecting someone is not to keep it to yourself, but to make the other person understand what is going on. I think that Michael gave in quicker then he should have but I also think Alex needed to show more smarts. He comes off very cocky and stubborn, but you could see abit into his heart as well.

This is one of those stories that doesn’t stick with me but still left a little something behind. I can see myself reading it a few more times. I came across this author not to long ago and loved her way with words. She creates a sweet story with just a little bit of pain or trouble, some danger and lots of heart. I honestly would love to read more of her work. In fact I am off to check out the next story in this series.

Magic Runs Deep by Alex Whitehall

Title: Magic Runs Deep

Author: Alex Whitehall

Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, High Fantasy

Length: Novel (182 pages)

Publisher: Riptide Publishing (April 9, 2018)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: For the last five years, Veier has been chained to a king’s throne in his bear form. When a neighboring kingdom overthrows the crown, Veier’s imprisonment ends, but true freedom is not so easily earned. With blood on his hands, he needs someone with patience, strength, and trust to help him become the person he was before and prove to the invaders that he isn’t the monstrous king’s loyal pet.

Elrid, the invading king’s brother and a powerful mage, is everything Veier despises. He’s also the only thing between Veier and execution, because he thinks he can help Veier change from an aggressive bear shifter into a reasonable man. While the pair have a rough start, with long talks and mutual leaps of faith, they begin to care for each other.

However, the closer Veier gets to his freedom, the closer he is to losing Elrid. He must find balance in his heart and his life if he wishes to truly claim the freedom he’s been given—and the man he loves.

ISBN: 978-1-62649-747-4

Product Link: Riptide Publishing | Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Veier has been a captive of a king for Five years. He’s been in his bear formed chained to a throne. He’s been forced to do some unsavoury things for the king. Then one day invaders come and even though he is ferocious and attacks one decides to show him mercy and take him home when they return.

Elrid is not afraid of Veier as he see’s him for who he really is. I loved the slow romance. The trust building between these two is not instant like in some books. It made sense that Veier would have a hard time trusting anyone after what he has been through.

The plot was wonderfully written with mystery and a dash of suspense thrown into the mix. I loved the story and enjoyed it very much.

Fantastic read.

A Love To Remember by Sarah Hadley Brook Blog Tour, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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A Love To Remember

by

Sarah Hadley Brook

Graham Hayes decided long ago he’d never be in a relationship. It was better to stay single than to fall in love only to be left alone, which he was certain would happen to him. He’d seen Alzheimer’s ravage his family members all his life, leaving their loved ones to deal with the fallout. Some of them stayed, but some didn’t. Graham isn’t going to risk it.

When he hires nurse Sam Morgan to take care of his dad during the day, his pledge to stay single is put to the test. He soon finds it difficult to maintain a professional distance.

Graham’s guarded his heart for so long, but his resolve is crumbling. Will he be able to conquer his fear to give himself a chance at love? Can he trust Sam to stick around for better or worse?

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Both Ends of the Whip by Brenda Murphy Release Blast, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Both Ends of the Whip

by

Brenda Murphy

Octavia Vargus had everything she wanted at Rowan House, Skye’s most exclusive pleasure house, except the one thing she craved. Longing for the freedom to explore both sides of her nature, she leaves Rowan House and her mistress, for a new start in Italy with her partner Bridget Murray.

Vivian Abiola is a connection to a past Octavia would like to forget, and a love she never expected to see again. After Octavia’s past relationship with Vivian is exposed, Octavia and Bridget explore the limits of their desires with Vivian. When an arsonist threatens to destroy their vineyard, past loyalties and secrets endanger their lives, and the three women’s relationship. Their love may be the only thing that helps them survive the firestorm of doubt, intrigue, and jealousy.

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Astray by Elvira Bell Blog Tour, Exclusive Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Astray

(Wavesongs 01)
by

Elvira Bell

Nick Andrews has grown up in poverty in a tiny village. All his life he’s been told that he’s useless. After getting one scolding too many he decides to go far away, off to sea. But his experience as a farmhand has done little to prepare him for the hardships of a sailor’s life.

When his ship is attacked by pirates, Nick’s life is miraculously spared by the notorious pirate captain, Christopher Hart—a man in charge of a crew feared for their brutality. Nick is forced to join the pirates, and he dreads finding out for what reason the captain has saved him.

But Hart is nothing like his reputation suggests, and Nick soon finds himself entangled in a relationship that could endanger both their lives. Unless Nick can help Hart on his quest to find a long lost treasure, their forbidden love may tear his new life apart.

Warning: This book ends with a cliffhanger, and it does not have a happy ending. The series as a whole will have a HEA ending.

Content note: This book contains dark themes and depictions of torture, murder, and rape.

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Robbie Riverton Mail Order Bride by Eli Easton Blog Tour, Guest Post & Exclusive Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Robbie Riverton: Mail Order Bride

by

Eli Easton

Being a fugitive in the old west shouldn’t be this much fun.

The year is 1860. Robby Riverton is a rising star on the New York stage. But he witnesses a murder by a famous crime boss and is forced to go on the run–all the way to Santa Fe. When he still hasn’t ditched his pursuers, he disguises himself as a mail order bride he meets on the wagon train. Caught between gangsters that want to kill him, and the crazy, uncouth family of his “intended”, Robby’s only ally is a lazy sheriff who sees exactly who Robby is — and can’t resist him.

Trace Crabtree took the job as sheriff of Flat Bottom because there was never a thing going on. And then Robby Riverton showed up. Disguised as a woman. And betrothed to Trace’s brother. If that wasn’t complication enough, Trace had to find the man as appealing as blueberry pie. He urges Robby to stay undercover until the danger has passed. But a few weeks of having Robby-Rowena at the ranch, and the Crabtree family will never be the same again.

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Unforgiveable by Elle Keaton Cover Reveal, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Unforgiveable

(Accidental Roots 06)
by

Elle Keaton

No one ever said it would be easy.

Running away from his messy divorce did not bring Ira Fragale the peace he sought. If he is going to get his life together he needs to pull up his big boy pants and take care of business. He’s been hiding out licking his wounds in Skagit for two years now, keeping his head down (except for the trail of twinks he’s left behind). Something’s going to give. 

Cameron McCulloch needs to knock Ira off the pedestal he’s placed him on. Because he’s older doesn’t mean Ira has any clearer idea about life and the universe than Cam. Cam needs to focus on his own needs and forget about Ira, but he can’t. Bartending at the Loft is easy and he likes the community he’s fallen into since his family rejected him, but if he wants more out of life he’s going to have to go out and get it himself.

Ira didn’t choose Skagit at random, he came to the small city because events twenty years ago set him on his path on today. The mystery of his father’s murder may never be solved but Ira would like to lay his spirit to rest.

None of this explains the upswing of possible hate crime in Skagit. The small town has its share of trouble but someone, or someones, are on the prowl, harassing the LGBTQ community, and Cameron is in their crosshairs.

Release Date: 18th May 2018
Pre-order: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Kobo | B&N

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Diego’s Secret by Bryan T. Clark Release Blast, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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Diego’s Secret

by

Bryan T. Clark

Can love conquer our deepest secrets and fears?

Are the challenges worth the struggle?

Eight years ago, at the age of seventeen, Diego Castillo came to the United States illegally from Mexico. Working long hours in the family landscaping business, he now shares a tiny apartment with his two machismo brothers in Southern California. Diego has worked hard to keep his desires for other men a secret from his brothers. He’s worked just as hard to keep his undocumented status a secret from the world he now lives in.

Thirty-two-year-old Winston Makena is beautiful, intelligent, and intimidating. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but no amount of money can relieve the enormous grief he is suffering from his husband’s sudden death. He is one of Diego’s best accounts and lives a life in stark contrast to his gardener’s. Winston’s wealthy upbringing has influenced his ideas, leading him to certain biases.

Winston believes he could never love again. Diego believes that his family’s lives depend on him keeping his secrets. What neither of them know is that the heart knows no such boundaries. Will social divisions, ideology, and secrets destroy both their chances for happiness?

Can love really conquer all?

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The Sinner & The Saint by R.J. Scott Blog Tour, Excerpt & Giveaway!

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The Sinner & The Saint

(Ellery Mountain 08)
by

R.J. Scott

Army medic Ben Rockwell is in Ellery to work with the Veterans Center creating a new specialist unit for post trauma care. Desperate to make amends for battlefield decisions he regrets, he is focused on the unit and nothing else. Until some stranger moves in next door and throws him a curveball. He’s no hero, even though everyone says he is, and the lies burn inside him.

Leaving drama and chaos in his wake, Nicholas Merrick fled London and is hiding out in his friend Jason’s house, until everything back home dies a death. The choices he made in his life were to keep his best friend safe, but as a result everyone sees him as the bad guy.

When these two meet, the attraction is instant. Can they ever be their true selves, and find love as a result?

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Finding Strength by Lynn Hagen

Title: Finding Strength

Series: Brac Village 24

Author: Lynn Hagen

Genre: Paranormal

Length: Novella (96 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (January 8, 2018)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: After someone breaks into Barrington Manor, Gary and his grandmother go to the police, but it’s a move Gary soon regrets. There are secrets within those mansion walls, secrets that could end Gary’s life if exposed. But Gary is tired of being so isolated, so alone, that he takes that risk, and finds a handsome detective who is willing to help. Unfortunately, that help comes at a price. But Gary is infatuated with Detective Richard Cohen and risks everything to be with him again.

When Richard’s superior betrays him, he makes a career change and settles in Brac Village. He’s content with his life, until he meets Gary. His mate. When he decides to get involved and takes on Gary’s case, he knows something is going on at Barrington Manor, and Richard is determined to find out its secrets, even if that means breaking into the mansion himself to save Gary’s life.

ISBN: 978-1-64010-884-4

Product Link: Siren-BookStrand | Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Brac Village collection features a new romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. With this story I would actually start with the Brac Pack series. There are many series that are branched off from it.

Lynn Hagen was one of the first authors of m/m romance that I have read. Her stories evolve around shifters who are the alpha types with mates that always call to them. They will do everything in their power to protect those around them, but will be taken down at the knees by their little mates. Her stories have an energy to them that always seems to lighten a person’s day. The are entertaining, funny as hell, exciting with a bit of danger to them and the sex is mega hot.

Gary lives with his grandmother when his mother passed away. He had a lot of secrets that he held, but the worst was his deadly father hidden in the attic. When someone tried to break in to their home, Gary and his grandmother go to the police for help. A sexy detective is not what he had expected.

Richard had once been working for the government who was going after Manny and his brothers. Now that his superior was the one behind it all, he has left that side of life behind. Working for the police department in Brac Village was something new. So when his mate walks in with a story of robbery he decides to help. It leads him to many more dangerous creatures then himself. And many more surprises.

I have a blast reading these stories and that hasn’t changed. The connection that is seen with the characters is always a nice surprise, for instance’s Mavericks feelings for the old lady was a nice one. Although you never really do find out why that is.

I enjoyed the story quite a bit and can’t wait to get my hands on the next story.

Hidden: Fates (The House on 16th Street) by Jo Tannah

Title: Hidden: Fates (The House on 16th Street)

Series: Hidden 00

Author: Jo Tannah

Genre: Erotic Romance, Horror, Suspense

Length: Novella (177 pages)

Publisher: eXtasy Books (October 20, 2017)

Heat Level: Moderate – Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: One house…three families…separated by decades…What happens when their lives collide?

Jonathan and Rafe Wilkins-Campbell have just bought their dream home. They thought it was a place they could both settle and enjoy the good life.

They were wrong.

Strange things begin to happen during the renovation, inexplicable events that defy logical explanation. When things finally get back to normal, Jonathan and Rafe enjoy getting wrapped up in the chaos of settling into their new home.

However, all is not what it seems, and The House on 16th Street and its inhabitants have their own idea of how things should be. Jonathan and Rafe find themselves trapped within it, victims of the house’s every twisted need, and they will need every fiber of courage and determination they possess to make it through.

ISBN: 978-1-4874-1554-9

Product Link: eXtasy | Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Johnathan and Rafe purchase a home that has been in Jon’s family forever. Soon after starting renovations strange occurrences began to happen that only intensify the further the progress on the house. No one will tell them anything about the house as no one but a select few know anything.

I have to say this one of the best horror books I have ever read and the greatest part is there is no bloody parts. Three generations of family generation converged in this house. You don’t find out for sure what exactly is going on and why until near the end and boy what a twist of sorrow, terror, sadness and heartbreak it is.

My heart went out to Johnathan and Rafe’s family for what they went through in the past. Spooky, yet brilliantly written this book will have you reading until the very end. I absolutely loved it.

Highly recommended.

Mark of an Alpha by Stormy Glenn

Title: Mark of an Alpha

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy

Length: Novella (85pgs)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (April 26, 2018)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: All Xias wanted to do was find a safe place for him and his cubs. With his alpha chasing after him, intent on taking one of his cubs and killing the others, racing through a blizzard in the middle of the night seemed like a good idea. He had no idea when he took shelter in a cave during a blizzard that he had found more than a place to rest. He’d found the one man determined to protect him and his cubs.

Zhuang wasn’t on the run exactly, but avoiding his father’s demand that he start his own clan sent him into the mountains where he couldn’t be reached. When he takes shelter in a cave during a snow storm, he finds his mate and a whole lot more. He also discovers that protecting his mate means changing his entire way of life.

But even going to the shifter council won’t keep them safe because the alpha who is after Xias is determined to have him, even if he has to kill everyone standing in his way. Zhuang’s only hope in saving his new family is in becoming the alpha his father always wanted him to be.

ISBN:

Product Link: Siren-BookStrand

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: A new and exciting story by one of my top authors. I came across this author a few years ago and absolutely fell in love with her stories. This was no different.

Xias was an omega and omega’s had no standing in their prides. His alpha ruled them with an iron hand and was cruel as one could be. His alpha took what he wanted and killed off those who pissed him off. Xias was on the run with his cubs, cubs that were sired by his alpha. The problem is his alpha wanted his son, but wanted his daughters killed.

Zhuang’s father wanted him to start his own clan. To bad he didn’t want to do it. He was a loner and not very friendly. That was until he found a reason to do it. On a cold night with snow coming down hard, he came across his mate. A mate with three cubs and who was frightened.

I have always been a fan of Stormy’s books and knew right off the bat that I wanted to get my hands on it. It is a vey fascinating story with a mixture of fresh ideas and an old twist to it. It caught my attention from the start and kept it all the way to the end. I was fascinated with the characters and their fight. Although I would have like a different ending with just a bit more to it, this left me thinking that maybe just maybe there might be another book coming.

The story did feel a little bit off, but not enough to make me want to stop reading. I had a lot of fun reading it and can admit that this will be read more than once.

All or Nothing by Leah Blake

Title: All or Nothing

Series: Shadow Creek 04

Author: Leah Blake

Genre: Fantasy, Paranormal

Length: Novel (187pgs)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (17th July 2017)

Heat Level: Sextreme

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4 1/2 Hearts

Blurb: Mikhail Borreagous loathes anything paranormal. After witnessing the vicious murders of his older brothers in an attack that left him clinging to life over twenty years ago, he vowed to hunt and kill anything not human. That is, until Nico Montague crosses his path.

Nico is a wolf shifter and no stranger to Mikhail’s killing ways. The infamous hunter is his mate, but Nico will do whatever it takes to protect him against the lamabra. When a second attack from the vampire half-breeds goes south, Nico makes a crucial decision in hopes of saving Mikhail: return to Shadow Creek…with his mate.

Mikhail wakes up in the heart of the paranormal sanctuary his boss has dreamed of breaching. Caught between his fierce attraction to Nico and his loyalty to his leader, Mikhail has to make a life-altering decision: betray the creatures that have protected him despite his reputation, or risk his life to stay with Nico?

ISBN: 978-1-64010-473-0

Product Link: Siren-BookStrand | Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Although I love this series I did not care for the repetitive phrases of beast and beastly throughout this story. It got on my nerves to constantly read that. I know how Mikhail, a hunter, feels about the paranormal so there was no need to say so continuously. Once was enough.

Nico, was strong and understanding yet firm and unmovable on certain things. I liked the way he let Connor see for himself how creek was rather than constantly telling him. Mikhail’s past trauma broke my heart. I did understand to a point his hatred of the paranormals.

Jude, the leader of the hunters, was evil incarnate. It shocked me at what he did to those who he selected. It served to remind me just how animalistic humans can be. Looking forward to the next book in the series.

Great read.

Owen and Charlie by Bellann Summer

Title: Owen and Charlie

Series: Operation True One 04

Author: Bellann Summer

Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy

Length: Novella (104 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (April 26, 2018)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: According to the scroll in his grandfather’s attic, Charlie Johnston’s birthmark will lead to finding his true one. When a madman takes his virginity and birthmark, Charlie is broken.

Owen Kodiak knew mating and having children would strengthen the family. When he lost his son to deceit and betrayal, day-to-day survival became his only goal. Meeting Charlie triggers needs he had set aside long ago. Owen’s decision to fight the mating bond waivers when Charlie is kidnapped. After Charlie’s rescue, Owen may sit at the wounded man’s bedside, but total commitment remains out of reach.

Hurt slams against the thick wall surrounding Owen’s heart. When Charlie runs, Owen follows. Settling things between them and falling in love doesn’t keep the past where it belongs. There’s a book to find and Charlie’s cousins are up for the adventure. But, do the answers to a woman’s evil lies only lead to more questions?

ISBN: 978-1-64243-241-1

Product Link: Siren-BookStrand

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Charlie and his friends had been hunted because they had a birthmark signaling thy were true mates to the bear shifters and could have their cubs. Too bad his had been cut off him and his virginity was stolen by a cruel shifter. He didn’t think that he could have his bear shifter mate and no babies.

Owen had been avoiding Charlie ever since he found out that they were mates. He had mated once before and she had killed their child before he had even been born. A second chance at love and a family was something he wanted, if his fears wouldn’t betray them both. Then Charlie is abducted and he knows what he needs to do.

Fascinating story as always. It was worth waiting for and I was glad I grabbed it up. This story caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. The characters were fully developed and down right hot. I think that Charlie would be my favorite of the guys so far. He is a sweetie that is for sure.

I had a blast reading this and can’t wait to get my hands on the next story.

This is one book I would recommend.

Torch by Jocelynn Drake & Rinda Elliott

Title: Torch

Series: Unbreakable Bonds 03

Author: Jocelynn Drake & Rinda Elliott

Genre: Suspense

Length: Novel (293pgs)

Publisher: Jocelynn Drake & Rinda Elliott (October 24, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate – Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Nine months ago, Rowan Ward thought he had it all. Now he’s fighting to pull his shredded life together, buried in work and battling the kind of grief that destroys a man’s soul. When fires spring up around Cincinnati threatening Rowe’s friends and clients, he’s thrilled to find his old Army buddy, Noah Keegan in town. They were a hell of a team when they served together, so in-sync, it was rumored they could read each other’s minds.

Noah thought devoting his life to the Army would be enough. Then he realized he had no family and only one friend he cared about. When his enlistment was up, he found himself standing on Rowe’s doorstep, looking only for friendship but secretly hoping for more. He needs to know if their one unbelievable night together years ago wasn’t a mistake.

Caught in a dangerous game of fire and bullets, neither expects the inferno of emotion that ignites between them. One Rowe isn’t prepared to accept. One that could break Noah.

Unbreakable Bonds.

ISBN: B01J4JTZS0

Product Link: Amazon US | Amazon UK 

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Rowe is still grieving for his wife when his old army buddy Noah shows up after leaving the military. The one time these men were together comes roaring back as long lost feelings are slowly rekindled. However, I have to say that even though I understood Rowe’s grief and reluctance with Noah it pissed off with the hot and cold game he played with him after each time they are together.

I did not figure Rowe to be someone to play with someones emotions after everything he had been through but that’s what it felt like he did until he got his head out of his ass. The threat to Rowe and the crew seemed never ending. Danger, action, suspense and some hot scenes are all throughout.

I was glad Rowe finally came to his senses considering how long Noah has had feelings for him. Even though I was mad at Rowe a good majority of the book I am happy with the end result.

The mystery part was outstanding in it’s explanations, planning out and execution. Fantastic read.

Love in Spades by Charlie Cochet

Title: Love in Spades

Series: Four Kings Security 01

Author: Charlie Cochet

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novel (268 Pages)

Publisher: Charlie Cochet (April 24, 2018)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: When the cards are stacked against you, the Kings will even the odds.

Ex-Special Forces soldier Anston “Ace” Sharpe is fighting a different battle these days—one involving the world of private security across the state of Florida. As part owner of Four Kings Security, Ace and his fellow Kings tackle everything from armed transport and investigations to cyber intelligence and executive protection. Cocky, fearless, and brash, Ace isn’t afraid to take risks.

After years of working alongside his father, Colton Connolly is ready to take the helm at Connolly Maritime, but his father’s retirement is put on hold when Colton begins receiving death threats. If that isn’t bad enough, his father signs a contract with Four Kings Security to provide Colton with round-the-clock protection, despite his adamant refusal. Colton’s life has been turned upside down, the last thing he needs is a shadow, especially in the form of infuriating, sexy-as-sin Ace Sharpe, who seems to be on a mission to drive Colton mad.

Sparks fly the moment Colton and Ace meet on a sultry night club dance floor. But getting involved with a client, even one as fiery and beautiful as Colton Connolly, is a line Ace is unwilling to cross. Colton might be attracted to Ace, but he’d been burned before. He might be willing to put his life in Ace’s hands, but not his heart.

As the Florida nights heat up, so does their passion, and Ace and Colton are faced with a difficult choice—take the plunge and risk it all, or play it safe and walk away?

If Ace can keep a deadly threat from robbing Colton of a future….

ISBN: B07CKS7L44

Product Link: Amazon US | Amazon UK

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Ace and his cousin had joined the military when they were both eighteen and their teammates became their family. After the loss of many of their brothers in arms, Ace and his friends created the Four Kings Security agency, and were pretty good at it. Each man has had their problems, but King helped them heal. They were dedicated to each other and to their job. That is until Ace starts baby sitting or guarding the most sarcastic and mind blowing Colton.

Colton was taking over the company but someone wanted him dead. His father had taken it to heart and got him a body guard, to bad Colton didn’t want one. Things are going to get real interesting real quick. I think Ace has met his match, in more ways then one.

I came across this author when her first book in the Thirds series came out, and I was fascinated with the worlds she created. It is a new and fresh start to a new series that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The characters are to die for, and lets just say they can get real hot. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It also gave me every thing I could want in a story and so much more.

Charlie Cochet has one hell of an imagination that always keeps me intrigued. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book.

This is one series that I would definitely recommend.