Screaming Orgasm by Michelle Robbins

IF_ScreamingOrgasmTitle: Screaming Orgasm
Series: Intoxicating Fantasies, #3/Urilqii series
Author: Michelle Robbins
Genre: Fantasy
Length: Novella (63 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (May 2nd, 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4.5 Hearts
Blurb: Dylan is an Urilqii soldier, sworn to destroy the Targolt on sight and assigned to do so on the planet called Earth. He is leader of a tank squadron that’s busy testing their equipment in the southern Nevada desert outside of Pahrump. He should feel content, maybe eager for the looming conflict, but Dylan is feeling unsettled instead. What bothers him? He’s lonely. Not just any kind of lonely, but anxious for the exquisite beauty of a bonded partner.

His wishes for his soul mate to fly into the starry darkness.
While deciding what to do next, Dylan is lured to a bar oddly named Dylan’s Intoxicating Fantasy. Unable to curb his curiosity, he enters the establishment and drinks the Screaming Orgasm cocktail the bartender named Solomon puts in front of him. Shortly afterward, he meets a man named Garrett who could very well alleviate his perpetual loneliness.

Garrett had landed on the bar’s back porch three months earlier. When Solomon had offered him a meal, a room, and a job, he hadn’t hesitated. The bartender also promised the answer to all of Garrett’s desperate wishes for love. But little did Garrett know the answer to his dreams would arrive in the form of a sexy Urilqii alien…

ISBN: 978-1-68175-016-3

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2179-Intoxicating-Fantasies-Screaming-Orgasm.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: This is book three of the Intoxicating Fantasies series and can be read as a standalone book – sort of. This story also bridges a character from Michelle Robbins’ series Urilqii, which I have not read. However, after reading this I do want to find out about the world of the Urilqii – a race of aliens helping to save the world from something that reminds of the Chitari in The Avengers. I’ll continue this thought later.

The story is about Dylan and Garrett. Garrett works for the mysterious Solomon, the odd bartender that knows everyone’s fantasies in what I refer to as a Hotel California-scenario. Garrett’s had trouble in his personal life and drifted until he found work with Solomon. It is here he meets Dylan, a member of the said alien race here to protect earth. On his way to base where he works he stops.

Back to my point about Dylan being an alien protecting us humans from the Chitari. Well, it isn’t really the Chitari but I’m afraid that some vital sentences were missing early on in this story to make things clear from the get go. We are actually given the names of the evil aliens but I’m using the name to serve my point.

I said this is a standalone, and it is, but I had trouble because it felt like some things were assumed to be already known in the world of the Urilqii. In saying all that though, I do want to look into reading the series this came from, which probably means the author has done her job well.

As for Solomon, a somewhat minor character though major in his own right (if that makes sense!) it seems as we go along his mystery is becoming less but as a character he is downright intriguing. The best way to put it is that Solomon is the fairy godmother of the piece.

I am really loving this series, it covers such a broad scope but full of lots of sexy romance and fun.

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Crank Me Down by J.D. Walker

CrankMeDownTitle: Crank Me Down
Series: Crank 02
Author: J.D. Walker
Genre: Multicultural Romance
Length: Novella (49 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (3 May 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: Xavier McDay and Marius Rabineaux have been together for a year now. Life has been good to both men, and though at first glance it may seem that they’re too different to make things work, the computer geek and the appliance store worker have become quite the hot pair. Sherie and Tonya, Marius’s daughter and Xavier’s niece, are definitely rooting for the men, and the best friends hope for future wedding bells so they can all become one true family.

Trouble in paradise begins, however, when Marius blurts out his love for Xavier after a sexy tryst in the shower. Xavier doesn’t know how to respond, and also doesn’t feel he’s worthy of Marius’s love. In his efforts to figure out his true feelings, Xavier is in danger of saying things he doesn’t mean and ruining everything.

Can Marius, understanding that his “Uncle Cranky” doesn’t always express his feelings well, encourage Xavier to finally open up and talk things out so they can move toward the happy future they deserve?

ISBN: 978-1-68175-017-0

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2178-Crank-Me-Down.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: Crank Me Down is the sequel to JD Walker’s Crank Me Up. You definitely need to go back to Crank Me Up if you haven’t already read it or else there will be some confusion and I imagine some unsatisfied readers. However, being that I’ve read and reviewed the first book, it was nice to revisit some familiar characters and see where they ended up.

This time around, the story is from the POV of grumpy computer guy, Xavier, who has been with his boyfriend, Marius, for one year. With the guys is Marius’s daughter, Sherie, and Xavier’s niece Tonya. It’s all very happy family and while the girls aren’t front and centre of the action, they are a fantastic addition.

As to the actual story line, it’s more of a HEA/summary of the guys; something which I had felt was missing from Crank Me Up. I love both Xavier and Marius. These guys are down to earth and completely likable. And when there is reference to Star Trek: TNG (well, Michael Dorn who played Worf) and a Marvel Comics character (Silver Surfer) the nerd in me was happy from the first page.

So I’m going to end with this: both stories work real nicely together. I think if I were to read them together as though they were two acts/parts of a book it would complete the experience, as one could say.

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Rob Roy by H. Lewis-Foster

IF_RobRoyTitle: Rob Roy
Series: Intoxicating Fantasies, #2
Author: H Lewis-Foster
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Length: Novella (59 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (16 April 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: Museum curator Aiden has thoroughly enjoyed his six-month placement in Australia, but he’s looking forward to going home to Edinburgh in a few weeks’ time. He’s surprised when he’s offered a permanent job in Canberra, and although he loves life down under, he hates the thought of moving away from his family and friends.

While struggling to make a decision about his future, Aiden stumbles upon a bar oddly named Aidan’s Intoxicating Fantasy. Unable to curb his curiosity, he enters the establishment and drinks the Rob Roy cocktail the bartender named Solomon puts in front of him. Shortly afterward, he meets Brad, an impetuous young chef.

Brad invites him back to his apartment for dinner, and Aiden cautiously accepts. He doesn’t usually go home with strangers, but he breaks his rule for the handsome redhead. Over the next hours and days, Aiden breaks more of his rules for Brad, who relishes life as much as the fabulous food he cooks.

But after a fantastic time with Brad, Aiden is more torn than ever about his future. Will he stay with a man he barely knows or leave for his beloved home city?

ISBN: 978-1-68175-004-0

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2164-Intoxicating-Fantasies-Rob-Roy.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: A hot Scotsman out of place… quite honestly, this had me at Scotsman. This is a fun read and part of Amber Quill Press’s Intoxicating Fantasies series, although it is a standalone book. The premise of these books is a bit Hotel California, mysterious bar pops up and helps gives the lonely guy his fantasy, leading to his HEA.

I found myself quickly drawn into Aiden’s story. He loves his work but doesn’t like so much that he is away from his beloved Edinburgh and stuck in Canberra, Australia. I don’t mean stuck in a bad way, but five months in a country is going to make anyone homesick.

Then again, Canberra isn’t really the typical Australian city to pop up in a book either. After drinking a Rob Roy (the recipe is at the end, looks yummy!) he soon meets Brad, an Aussie who does not take life for granted. This story goes to show when you meet the right one, magic happens.

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Amber Moon by Hurri Cosmo

IF_AmberMoonTitle: Amber Moon
Series: Intoxicating Fantasies, #1
Author: Hurri Cosmo
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Length: Novella (78 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (11 Jan 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥3.5 Hearts
Blurb: (Part of the Intoxicating Fantasies series)
Logan has a past he doesn’t want to talk about, and after tonight, he intends to leave everything behind, including his all-consuming and unrequited love for Ryder.

Uncertain of his future, he stumbles upon a bar oddly named Logan’s Intoxicating Fantasy. Unable to curb his curiosity, he enters the establishment. Soon, he drinks the Amber Moon cocktail a wise old bartender named Solomon puts in front of him and finally walks into a new future. Maybe even to find a new love.

But is that what Solomon had in mind when he suggested the drink? Perhaps the strange bartender knew something Logan didn’t, like some things can’t stay in the past, including Ryder…especially if Ryder fully intends to be Logan’s future…

ISBN: 978-1-61124-728-2

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2105-Intoxicating-Fantasies-Amber-Moon.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: After carrying a chip on his shoulder and years of nursing a broken heart, we follow Logan in a quirky story that centres on an art gallery that could be a bar and yet does not seem to exist.

This is a fun read and part of Amber Quill Press’s Intoxicating Fantasies series, although it is a standalone book. The premise of these books is a bit Hotel California, mysterious bar pops up and helps gives the lonely guy his fantasy, leading to his HEA.

This is a somewhat fun story and I loved the characters Logan and Ryder. I felt that their story could be a lot bigger than what we get. The quirky pop up bar where Logan gets a cocktail called Amber Moon (looks like an interesting mix to say the least!) seems to detract from the real drama surrounding these guys. However, this story was a quick and easy read, and thoroughly enjoyable.

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Love Unmasked by A.J. Llewellyn

LoveUnmaskedTitle: Love Unmasked
Series: N/A
Author: AJ Llewellyn
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novel (154 pages)
Publisher: Amber Quill (30 Nov 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: American author Charlie Hawkes wins a writing scholarship to spend a year in Venice, Italy. It’s a magical place, especially when he meets and begins dating sexy young café owner, Franco. But then, Charlie almost dies in a boating accident and winds up in a coma. The next time he sees Franco is during Venice’s renowned Carnivale, and Charlie truly can’t remember him. The cat mask Franco’s wearing, however, triggers something in Charlie’s shattered memory.

Franco is a young man with much sadness in his life. He’s juggling his duties between his café and a chocolate shop in St. Mark’s Square, and desperately yearning for love because his mother disapproves of his sexuality. Not only that, but the one man to whom he’s been attracted—Charlie, the handsome, forgetful American—vanishes for a short time before reappearing and seeming like a different person.

Slowly the masks come off, and it soon becomes apparent that both men have secrets that peel away in layers. Can Franco and Charlie have the passion they desire, and can the love they feel for each other ever be unmasked?

ISBN: 978-1-61124-710-7

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2081-Love-Unmasked.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: A really sweet book in a fantastically romantic setting with a hot Italian who wants nothing more than to cherish and protect his lover. Best damn story line you could get without there being cowboys involved, lol.

Yes, so there is no secret that I loved this story. When it opens we meet Charlie (aka Charlie the Forgetful American), he’s on some sort of arts exchange program from the US now living in Venice for a year. He needs to write a book as part of his scholarship but it seems a damn good scholarship (I wouldn’t mind one, I wonder if there is one for scientists…)

Anyway, Charlie isn’t there long before he starts to run into Franco, he is a waiter and runs his brother’s cafe. He has a harpy for a mother and a really sweet nonna. In fact, after the main characters Franco’s nonna is easily the best character, or at least the nicest, while his mother vies for most hated alongside Charlie’s mother.

Franco is like a knight in shining armour when it comes to taking care of Charlie in his hour of need. It is both sweet and beautiful. While there is a large dose of insta-love, it is easily relatable. It certainly had my heart aflutter.

I’m sure my family would love me to find a good Italian boy. I wonder if they come as a complete, awesome package like Franco?

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Ace Deuce Trey by KC Kendricks

AceDeuceTreyTitle: Ace Deuce Trey
Series: Amethyst Cove
Author: KC Kendricks
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Length: Novel (181 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (December 29th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Ian Coulter has his hands full with a sexy office assistant, a favorite movie star client, and a drag queen determined to save the world one lost runaway at a time. He can juggle all of it because he and his lover, FBI agent Rick Mohr, are finally together.

Rick’s transfer to Amethyst Cove puts him in charge of multiple operations. When one of Ian’s clients is targeted, it doesn’t take long for Ian to suspect the con artist is on an FBI watch list. With their cases overlapping, Ian and Rick are short on time. Together they set a trap and spring it before their suspect escapes.

Doing the job is easy but figuring out the relationship is tougher. Fitting their lives together isn’t without obstacles, but one thing is certain. On or off the case, Ian and Rick always get their man.

ISBN: 978-1-61124-712-1

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2086-Ace-Deuce-Trey.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: This is part of the Amethyst Cove series by KC Kendricks and Christiane France. It is a standalone and to be honest, I want to go and get the other books now.

Although the reader gets a very adequate explanation as to the events of the previous book(s), I really need t read it for myself! If you look up Amethyst Cove series, what it actually is that KC Kendricks writes about PI Ian Coulter, while Christiane France writes about PI Greg Stewartson. Ian and Greg are actually in business together too, so he has a quick mention here in Ace Deuce Trey. This is also the third book to feature Ian… so maybe I have missed out a lot and would love him even more!

This is an intricate and complex plot. With a PI who has a FBI agent for a boyfriend, you know that there is going to be crime and mystery woven through the plot. Rick Mohr, Ian’s FBI agent boyfriend, is rather insecure, for good reason, of his relationship with Ian, but it lovely to see how his character begins to overcome his insecurities and jealousies for something, to someone who hasn’t read the previous books, didn’t seem like the fault of anyone in particular.

I loved seeing the development of their romantic relationship because even though they are together they really are at the beginning of their grand romance. These guys are good at what they do and extremely professional. It was good to that they were written that they could work and be serious together without things devolving into sex each time (not a fan of stories like that, clearly).

The two important minor characters in this are movie star, Saylor Blackwood – Ian’s client. As well as Ian’s assistant, Sheldon. Sheldon, or Shelly, is an absolute sweetheart. Androgynous appearance and young, he seems so innocent and enthusiastic in his passions and his work… and I just want to hug him, pity he’s a character and gay.

It is through the friendship with Ian and Sheldon that we also see just how much a fantastic and protective friend Ian is. Saylor, he’s an interesting kind of guy, he’s not really into the relationship-thing, but he seems kind and caring. However, Ian’s car also seems like a character in itself, a Barracuda.

This was hard not to enjoy. In fact, it was hard to put down at all. I found myself sneaking to my tablet to catch a few pages when I could. The mystery adds a bit of thrill and danger and the romance is sweet.

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A Valet's Duty by H. Lewis-Foster Book Blast, Excerpt, Review & Giveaway!

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 A Valet’s Duty

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At the turn of the twentieth century, Henry Simpkins is a valet at Taverslow, the Earl of Wayshaw’s Somerset home. When the Earl’s younger brother, Rafe, arrives from his villa in Italy, Henry is given the task of caring for his mischievous dogs, Pepe and Paolo. As part of his duties, he also goes to Rafe’s room each night to tidy away his clothes.

One night, Rafe tentatively asks Henry to go beyond his valet duties to relieve Rafe’s sexual tensions. Henry enjoys their increasingly intimate encounters, but he’s soon disturbed to find he feels more for Rafe than mere physical attraction.

Now, Henry faces a difficult decision. Can he remain in the same house as Rafe if his affections are not returned?

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The Notorious Dr. Ray by D.J. Manly

NotoriousDrRay - CopyTitle: The Notorious Dr. Ray
Series: A Cure for What Ails You
Author: D.J. Manly
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (138 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (December 27th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4.75Hearts
Blurb: Andrew McCormick’s parents, as well as his uncle, are doctors. There was never any question he would follow in their footsteps, but specialization isn’t for him, much to his highly specialized parents’ chagrin. He intends to do his residency at a prestigious L.A. Hospital, and then go into general practice.

But Andrew has one weakness that prevents him from getting accepted at prestigious hospitals—his inability to connect emotionally to his patients. Angry, Andrew hopes his uncle, an administrator, will go to bat for him, but instead he calls in a favor and sets up a residency at a hospital Andrew thinks inadequate. To make matters worse, Andrew is scheduled to work in emergency with a doctor his uncle considers brilliant, but Andrew finds irreverent and unprofessional.

Without any alternative, Andrew goes to work under the wing of the notorious, yet devastatingly attractive and charming, Dr. Ray. But much to his surprise, Andrew soon discovers the man has a lot more going on than just working in the emergency room, and practicing medicine with a sexy man who breaks all the rules might just be what the doctor ordered…

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ISBN: 978-1-61124-722-0

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2097-The-Notorious-Dr-Ray.aspx

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: I really enjoyed seeing how Andrew changed for the better after being around Ray and watching how he interacted with his patients. It seemed to be a great learning experience even though Andrew didn’t really want to be there to begin with.

Ray seemed like a very caring man. Especially when he helped those who couldn’t afford it by giving them examinations and medicines, they needed at no charge. I thought it was so sweet. Ray’s past tragedy was really sad and heartbreaking.

The entire story was well written and a wonderful read. It seemed in the story that some things happened for a reason even though Andrew didn’t see the reason right away. I loved how Andrew and Ray seemed perfect for one another but at the same time, they also had their own issues to work out along the way. Fantastic read.

Highly recommended.

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Impossibly His by Shawn Lane

ImpossiblyHisTitle: Impossibly His
Series: His #9
Author: Shawn Lane
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short (34 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (December 20th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: Sexy nurse, Micah Florentine, is not Dr. Linus Montgomery’s type. Micah just wants to have fun. Linus, however, is the serious type. When Micah suggests they’d make excellent BFFs, Linus is willing to indulge him, since he’s interested in a fellow doctor anyway and figures nothing more will come of their friendship.

Yet as impossible as it seems, their friendship works, and soon, Linus actually finds himself interested in Micah as more than just a friend.

Can Linus convince the flirty nurse to give romance a chance? Or is it impossible for Micah to truly become his?

**This title is part of the A Cure For What Ails You AmberPax™ Collection.

ISBN: 978-1-61124-721-3

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2096-Impossibly-His.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: Impossibly His is book 9 in a series (named His), but as I said in my review of the previous book in this series, these are stand-alone books and you don’t need to strictly read these books in order. In fact, going through my files I discovered I already had the first book in the series and read it when it first came out three years ago.

Nonetheless, I always enjoy a Shawn Lane book. She always writes something short, sweet and to the point, which is also interesting with a satisfying ending, even if the ending is often abrupt. This book focuses on Linus (like from Peanuts), who is a new doctor to the hospital where Micah is a nurse. Micah has a bit of a reputation because he is often flirting with other nurses and doctors. Linus is very sweet, but his shyness and polite nature is often seen as him being a snob. Micah and Linus don’t immediately get into a sexual relationship. Instead, they start a friendship where both Micah and Linus share an attraction to another doctor, Geoffrey Spencer.

One thing I have to pick at, though: Geoffrey Spencer was a bit of a dick at the end of this book, but the impression I got in the beginning of this and in Hopefully His where he also appeared, was that he was a lot nicer. I had almost suspected that there was going to be a ménage between Geoffrey, Micah and Linus. And that just makes me wonder what the hell is going on with that character and does he get a story of his own.

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Hopefully His by Shawn Lane

HopefullyHisTitle: Hopefully His
Series: His #8
Author: Shawn Lane
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (61 pages)
Publisher: Amber allure, Amber Quill Press (October 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥3.5Hearts
Blurb: In Southern California, aspiring actor Tyler Larson works in his aunt’s diner while awaiting his big break. One day, to his surprise, Tyler recognizes a customer, a local doctor named Jack Ridgley with whom he’d had a hot-as-hell one-night-stand. At first, Jack claims not to remember Tyler, but later reveals he hasn’t truly forgotten him either.

Since Jack has a long-distance lover, however, the men embark on developing only a friendship, but they soon have trouble keeping their thoughts—and their hands—to themselves.

Just as Tyler’s acting career starts to take off, Jack begins to find Tyler too tempting to resist and resolves to make the handsome actor his…hopefully…

ISBN: 978-1-61124-684-1

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2049-Hopefully-His.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: Firstly, this book is part of a series. However, I had read books 8 and 9 before even realising that. So let’s just assume that with the exception of some past characters possibly popping up here and there, these are largely stand-alone book. A majority of the focus of the story is on the main characters too, Tyler and Jack, and except for some conversation with some minor characters all the vital plot solely involves the main characters.

Jack and Tyler had hooked up in college and years later, where Tyler is now an aspiring actor and Jack a doctor, they meet again. Both men have grown since college and begin a friendship – Tyler expressly states that sleeping together is off limits, for good reasons. I liked the fact that this story happens over a period of almost a year, it wasn’t quite love at first sight and the obstacles and issues to overcome definitely had to take more than days or weeks for this to be believable.

I’ve been drawn to Shawn Lane books because they are quick, satisfying reads. Although she does have a tendency for abrupt endings, usually right after the characters get together or the HEA. Everything before is always good to read. I particularly enjoyed it because it was a nice, light story to read after I had just finished reading an intense full-length novel.

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Learning to Love Cats by K.M. Mahoney

LearningLoveCatsTitle: Learning to Love Cats

Series: NA

Author: K.M. Mahoney

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (16K)

ISBN: 9781611247015

Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (November 17th 2014)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥ 3 Hearts

Reviewer: Cat

Blurb: Mike isn’t much of an animal lover. His sister, however, insists that every little boy needs a pet, which is how he finds himself sitting in a veterinary office, trying to explain the facts of life to his six-year-old nephew while holding a dead hamster in a shoebox. It’s not one of his finer moments. So of course, it’s just his luck that in walks the cute, shy, and utterly lust-worthy Riley Laytham. But Mike has never been one to let an opportunity pass him by, no matter how awkward the situation might be.

Riley isn’t used to guys flirting with him, and he definitely didn’t expect it to happen at the local vet office. In the kennels, no less, surrounded by dogs and cats, and under the close scrutiny of one overly inquisitive little boy. Riley’s first instinct is to make his excuses and run, but Mike is persistent.

Their first date is a disaster. They have nothing in common, and Riley’s cats seem determined to end the budding relationship before it can get started. For some reason, though, Mike isn’t running. Now Riley just has to decide if he can make it work with a guy who staunchly declares that he doesn’t like cats.

Purchase Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2070-Learning-To-Love-Cats.aspx

Review: Learning to love cats is a very sweet and sexy story about Mike, not a big animal lover and Riley his polar opposite. Riley raises and breeds cats, very exotic expensive ones and has a farm with other animals as well. Mike does love his nephew Charlie though and that’s how he meets Riley at the vet’s office.

The story moves very fast, and has some really funny events as well. It’s a cute story about family, kids, and animals and has some hot mansex as well. I do think it moved just a little too fast and was a good enough story with a bit more chapters it would have been even better. I sure would have read more since I loved both men and the other elements.

If you like rowdy kids, orchards, farms, big family’s, cats, sweet, funny happy romance, and hot mansex this is definitely for you!

Red Tails in the Sunset by Deidre O'Dare

RedTailsSunsetTitle: Red Tails in the Sunset
Series: N/A
Author: Deidre O’Dare
Genre: Contemporary/Action-Adventure/ BDSM (light)/ Interracial
Length: Novella (51 Pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (July 30, 2014)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: Former military pilot Blaine Darby carries a load of guilt and pain from the harm he may have caused in wartime. Now he seeks to earn some good karma by fighting wild land fires while holding on to his great love of flying. But reporters like young Daz Contreras scare him—one of the few things that do—because he shuns the public eye.

Freelance investigative journalist Daz Contreras is convinced terrorists are behind at least some of the wild land fires plaguing New Mexico. All he needs is enough proof to break the story. As he pursues leads, he begins to shadow pilot Blaine Darby and, in the process, develops a gigantic case of hero-worship.

When Daz is allowed to ride with Blaine one time, he hopes the adventure will help him to uncover the proof he seeks. Yet when a near tragedy unexpectedly develops and Blaine puts his life on the line to save a trapped hotshot firefighting crew, Daz realizes he’s an eyewitness to what may be a bigger story than the one he planned. But will the reclusive Blaine actually allow Daz to report the news as he sees fit, even as they grow closer?

ISBN: 978-1-61124-638-4

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2003-Red-Tails-In-The-Sunset.aspx

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: This was a fascinating story with a bit more added in that I had not expected. It was a blast to read and I look forward to reading more by this amazing author. Blaine is known around as a recluse with a war record and a great standing in life. He was the leader of a group of plans that would put out fires. Ever since being a war pilot, he came back with a lot of guilt and pain, that he kept from others. That is until a sexy reporter shows up wanting help.

Daz was a freelance reporter and right this minute he wanted to help find out who was setting the fires that Blaine and the others were fighting. When he went to Blaine, he was star struck and blinded. However, he wanted to help and needed the help also. Things heat up between them both and I had a blast reading about it.

This was a fascinating story that had a bit of kink in it. It was a fascinating story with very few words put into such a dynamic story. I had a fun time reading this and look forward to some more stories by Deidre. I would recommend reading this especially if you love daredevils, excitement, danger, adventure, and gorgeous men. It gave me almost everything I could ask for in a story and my attention was caught with it.

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No Regrets by Sean Michael, 2nd edition

NoRegretsTitle: No Regrets, 2nd edition
Series: N/A
Author: Sean Michael
Genre: Contemporary/Holiday
Length: Novella (78 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press, Inc (November 30th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.5Hearts
Blurb: Drake is a musician and singer with a career that has spun out of his control. When he gets an invitation from an old friend to come and spend some downtime in the country, he happily turns off his cell phone and heads to the middle of nowhere.

Artist Scott hopes Drake will find some peace on his little farm, and sets about making his old buddy right at home. Can the two of them fight off Drake’s fame and find happiness together, at least for the Christmas season?

NOTE: This story was previously published with no assigned ISBN. This reissued version of the story has been revised and re-edited.

ISBN: 978-1-61124-709-1
Purchase Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2079-No-Regrets.aspx
Reviewer: Leigh
Review: Drake is a world-famous musician who is at the end of his rope and heading for a breakdown. The demands made on him have left him little time for himself. When he reads a letter from on old high school friend inviting him to stay at his place in the middle of nowhere Drake jumps on the chance. Scott is a painter who has loved Drake forever, not that he ever told Drake that.

The first order of business for Scott is to take care of Drake and make him comfortable, and make the bags under Drake’s eye disappear. As the two get closer and spend time together, feelings develop for both of them. Drake has been hiding he was gay forever, especially since he was in the spotlight. With Scott, he is finally free to be who he really is.

This was a sweet little story. I loved both MCs. They were easily likable. There was no drama or angst. Just two men falling in love with each other. Also throw in some steamy sex and it was the perfect short.

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

The Rain Maker by Anne Brooke

23453012Title: The Rain Maker
Series: N/A
Author: Anne Brooke
Genre: Fantasy
Length: Short (12 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (October 26th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: A man stands alone in a deserted pub courtyard. His boyfriend has left him and his relationship is truly over. But, in the midst of his loneliness, a stranger appears, a stranger who won’t allow himself to be seen, but who has a deep affinity with the rain and who offers irresistible comfort.

Can one night of passion change everything?

ISBN: XXX-FREESTORY-002

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2058-The-Rain-Maker.aspx

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: This was one of the strangest books I’ve read in a while. One man is taken by something or someone, as it’s never revealed the identity of the other, in a hot passionate moment. Great details.

Interesting yet very sexy short story. Having sex in the rain out in the open where anyone can see adds to the spice of the story.

Great read.

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

Faded Star by Shawn Bailey

FadedStarTitle: Faded Star
Series: N/A
Author: Shawn Bailey
Genre: Contemporary/Interracial
Length: Novella (59 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (October 26th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts
Blurb: A news report about his sexuality, followed by a car accident, leaves movie star Heath Evans helpless and bitter. Physical therapist Seiji Kichida has lived a lonely life till now, but the future looks brighter for both men as they find healing and hope in each other.

Drunk and distraught over a news report about his sexuality, movie star Heath Evans accidentally drives his truck into a freeway embankment. Expecting to be ostracized by family and fans alike, he welcomes death.

Physical therapist Seiji Kichida doesn’t let the often rude actor faze him with his insults and stereotypical comments. His job is to tend Heath’s injured body, not heal his injured soul, but lonely Seiji has idolized Heath since he first arrived in America. Can he help Heath face his future as an openly gay man? He’ll need to stand up to Heath’s rage, but will he succumb to the actor’s sensual glances and tender advances?

ISBN: 978-1-61124-690-2

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2055-Faded-Star.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: This is an enjoyable coming out story. Call me twisted, but I’m also partial to reading about someone having to overcome some physical injury, as in Heath’s car crash in this one.
To be honest, this story probably doesn’t cover all of Heath’s issues. He’s a closeted actor whose ex (also an actor) out him, so Heath gets drunk, then drives his car before nearly killing himself in the crash.

The issue that I don’t of Heath’s that isn’t touched on is alcohol. I don’t think he is an alcoholic but something needed to be addressed there. Particularly because Seiji, Heath’s new nurse, is instructed before he starts the job, to keep all alcohol and drugs locked up. However, all that aside, Heath is an interesting character. He’s about as unlikable as you can get for a main character, but it didn’t take long for me to come to an understanding about him.

Seiji is a wonderful character. I loved him from the start. He’s strong and more than competent at his job. I like that his background is of a poorer Japanese family that immigrated to the US or a new life – I like that it provides a different view of Japan we normally see with all its pretty lights, massive building, lots of money and businesses, karaoke and anime. I enjoyed his whole demeanour and just how understanding and protective he is when it comes to Heath. Really, as he is meant to, he makes Heath a better person.

A random side note: I also found it interesting how chapter one started out from the POV of Heath’s sister. It would have been cool to hear more of her, even though she is a minor character.

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

Dream Boy by Shawn Bailey

DreamBoyTitle: Dream Boy
Series: N/A
Author: Shawn Bailey
Genre: Contemporary/New Adult/Sports/Interracial
Length: Novel (148 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press (July 13th, 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Being gay and in love with the most sought-after college quarterback did nothing for Hiro Aoki’s heart except make it break every time he saw Christian Hill parading around town with pretty girls on his arm. Christian also dated debutants and got invited to the most popular parties, while Hiro and his friends stayed home on weekends studying and trying to improve their GPA. What good did it do Hiro to be smart when the love of his life didn’t return his feelings?
But to Hiro’s surprise, when he agrees to tutor Christian in math, he realizes the football star may be harboring a secret longing for him also. Can the two young men actually become lovers and keep their growing relationship a secret from their families, the rest of the students, and the bullies on the football team?

ISBN: 978-1-61124- 630-8

Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/1995-Dream-Boy.aspx

Reviewer: Prime

Review: This is my type of book: I love a good romance that features at least one athlete and I love a book that features someone of the “geek” or “nerd” persuasion. I’m also a bit partial to the college age romances. Being that I’m a nerd myself and I happen to think many athletes are hot, it’s not hard for me to enjoy this. If you’re someone who is critical of stereotypes in books, this might be a difficult read. For everyone else, this was a fun read. It’s cute and sweet, both the stories and the characters.

Hiro and Christian are basically polar opposites and despite the fact that they’ve known each other since primary school, they never had the opportunity to become friends. Well, Hiro did try to he does explain in the book what happened when they were children. All that’s important to know at this point that Hiro is the Student Council President and Christian is the quarterback – so they’re really are leaders in their social own circles.

However, both guys are really nice and it’s interesting to see how things change around them as their relationship changes throughout. The start of their relationship is basically stereotypical and clichéd – the first of many I might or might not point out. However, it is an immensely enjoyable stereotype. Hiro especially is absolutely adorable!

This leads me to the cast of minor characters. I’m not sure if there are going to be more books about these characters. Not all the members of the student council are not outright gay, just most of them are it seems. Some of them are just seem fluid, more into people than gender. Among all the duties of the student council, most of these guys also tutor some of the struggling students. The football team has their token bigot (who is probably gay), as well as a couple other nice guys. Perhaps it is stereotypical, but more than one member of the football team requires some tutoring.

It’s a well-paced book and the plot is straightforward. In saying that, I never found my attention wandering or was bored. If you’re like me who has just read a number of more action orientated stories, this is a definite change in pace. But it’s a good change of pace. This is one of those books you either love or hate, it’s fun and I loved all the characters.

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

Silver Edges by Sean Michael

SilverEdgesTitle: Silver Edges
Series: This title is part of the Risky Business AmberPax™ Collection.
Author: Sean Michael
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (65 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press, LLC (July 20th 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts
Blurb: Isaiah and Braxton are world-class speed skaters. Barely spending a moment apart, they train together, eat together, and fool around together. Both on and off the ice, they’re each other’s biggest rivals and best friends.

When a nasty accident leaves Braxton unable to skate for at least six weeks, he becomes Isaiah’s biggest supporter. But more than that, the accident also opens their eyes as to how they really feel about each other, and just maybe it’ll give them more than it takes away…

ISBN: 978-1-61124-636-0

Purchase Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2000-Silver-Edges.aspx

Reviewer: Leigh

Review: Isaiah and Braxton are best friends who love to play pranks on each other. They are also friends with benefits. But it isn’t until Braxton gets hurt that they truly realize what they mean to each other. I loved Isaiah and Braxton. They were very cute together. They may have been rivals, but instead of tension, it just made them push each other to be better. They are always in each other’s corner and had the others back.

This was a fast-paced read with some very sexy moments. It was also an interesting glimpse at speed skating. The pranks they pulled were really funny and a little evil. The injury Braxton had pulled them together and made them admit their love for one another. This is well worth a read.

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Welcome Home by Sean Michael

8145S6bwGxL._SL1500_Title: Welcome Home
Series: N/A
Author: Sean Michael
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short (46 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill Press, LLC (July 6th 2014)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4Hearts
Blurb: Watson feels like he’s been riding his bike forever. Leaving Boston and his ex-boyfriend in a cloud of dust, he heads west. Finding himself with nowhere to stay on a cold Rocky Mountain night, Watson takes a chance on a traveler’s rest, an old-fashioned place to just hang his hat until morning.

Bandy was a traveler once, too, until a desperate bout with disaster changed his life. He takes Watson in and shows the man that it’s worth picking up the pieces of a shattered life. But can he convince Watson they can make a home for both of them?

ISBN: 978-1-61124-627-8

Purchase Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/1992-Welcome-Home.aspx

Reviewer: Leigh

Review: Watson left Boston due to a truly crappy breakup. One night he decides to stop at a local lodge and meets Bandy. The two of them have instant attraction to each other. I liked the chemistry the two had. Both have been hurt by prior relationships, but are willing to try to find love again. And have steamy sex along the way.

This was a cute fun read. It’s about two men alone in the world finding another person to share their life with. It was well written and enjoyable.

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

Saving Jack by Hurri Cosmo, 2nd edition

SavingJackTitle: Saving Jack (2nd Edition)
Author: Hurri Cosmo
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (123pgs)
ISBN: 978-1-61124-705-3
Publisher: Amber Allure (23rd November 2014)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts
Reviewer: Pixie
Blurb: Standing on a cold, high bridge in the middle of nowhere is actually progress for Jack Demar. Nevertheless, exhausted, aching from both physical and mental bruises with no food, no coat, no real life to speak of, he stares into the rushing water below and can’t help but wonder…what is the point of going on?

Jack is on the run from Trevor, an abusive ex-lover, when Sam Wyndom, the police chief of the tiny town of Stonefield, shows up. Sam feeds him, gives him a bed and shelter, and offers him time to heal. Even so, Jack is still surprised how strongly he’s attracted to the tall, handsome, and muscular lawman. After two years with Trevor, he thought that part of his heart was long dead. But it hardly matters what he feels, since he knows he can’t stay in one place too long.

Sam is content taking care of his town. Sure, he’s alone, but that doesn’t mean he’s lonely. Still, his tiny town doesn’t offer up much in the way of potential partners—until Jack shows up. Suddenly, Sam will do anything to get Jack to stay, which means he will need to show the frightened and abused man he can be trusted to protect him.

But Trevor isn’t finished with Jack yet. With a little bit of detective work, he’s going to find him…and then Sam will have to work extra hard to keep Jack safe…

Purchase Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2075-Saving-Jack.aspx

Review: This is the second Edition and there are no noticeable changes.

Jack flees for his life when his lover attacks him yet again. Jack knows it’s different this time and he ends up States away, hoping that his ex-lover won’t find him. Bruised, tired, and hungry, Jack wonders what he has to live for.

Sam, Chief of Police, takes pity on the young man he finds on a bridge and takes him home. He fights his attraction to give Jack time to trust him and can only hope he can have the relationship he wishes for. As they get to know each other, both fall hard. And as Jack, finds the life he always longed for, Sam is there encouraging him every step of the way. But Trevor isn’t about to let Jack walk free, and does a little sleuthing of his own with deadly intent.

This is a great story where two men find each other and discover the perfect partner. But it is fraught with nightmares, as one is recovering from an abusive relationship. Both Jack and Sam are great characters. Sam is the alpha male who wants to save and protect and Jack is the submissive male who wants to be loved and cherished. Together they make an explosive, hot couple who, once they embark on a relationship, really heat up the sheets… and the shower.

Sam is amazing as he encourages Jack to spread his wings. And it shows just how secure he is in himself, because, man, Sam is possessive and protective. A true alpha male who takes control, but is gentle about it. Jack is clearly of the submissive nature, needing someone to firmly encourage and guide him. Put Jack and Sam together and you have a perfect couple. As you know, crazy abusive assholes want to punish the one who stood up to them. They want to show them who is boss and Trevor certainly fits into that mold.

I really liked how the abusive relationship was handled. With Jack at first making excuses and then acknowledging how destructive it was. And then finally Jack accepting that he wasn’t at fault and reprimanding himself over staying for so long. You can clearly see the process as it develops. And you cheer Jack as he accepts the help offered to him. The entire storyline is great and I thought the author handled Jack’s nightmares and fears well,

Hurri Cosmo didn’t write a miraculous recovery, no Hurri wrote about the fears and nightmares and the instinctual reactions that a sufferer of abuse has. The storyline is well written and moves along swiftly. We get to know the characters pretty well. And although their relationship progresses quickly, it felt natural and not forced.

I recommend this to those who adore stories of finding the love you deserve, encouragement and safety, great characters, some danger and a wonderful happy

Dirty Little Lies by Julie Lynn Hayes

DirtyLittleLiesTitle: Dirty Little Lies
Series: N/A
Author: Julie Lynn Hayes
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Novella (55 pages)
Publisher: Amber Allure, Amber Quill
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4 ½ Hearts
Blurb: Levi Thornton is the closeted gay son of homophobic televangelist Marshall Thornton. So what’s the perfect gift for the father who never cared? Levi’s going to find a yummy young man on Christmas Eve and bed him all night long! And then he’s going to “out” himself on live national TV on Christmas Day in front of his father and God and everyone else.

The problem is, he’s having no luck at finding that special someone with whom to share this moment. Just when he thinks his quest is hopeless, however, in breezes Darjeeling Crane, and it’s off to the family hideaway for a night of fun.

This will be a Christmas to remember, if Levi has anything to say about it…
ISBN: 978-1-61124-706-0
Product Link: http://www.amberquill.com/store/p/2074-Dirty-Little-Lies.aspx
Reviewer: Shorty
Review: Great story about a man who decides he’s not going to hide who he is anymore just because of who his father is. Levi meets Dar and sets plans in motion to out himself at his father’s, Reverend Mitchell Thornton, Christmas party on live TV. But instead realizes his brother and father are like him and trapped in the life they chose to lead by getting married and being with men on the side.

Being true to who he is, Levi and Dar leave together to start a start a new life. Wonderfully written. Lots of drama and hot sex add spice to an already great read. Loved it.

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