Blurb: Jiri’s life has been one misery after the next. A cobra shifter, he’s held captive by a collector who keeps him—and other shifters—in a private harem-style “zoo” in the Libyan Desert. Considered a dangerous predator by the other shifters, and little more than a boy toy to the collector, Jiri is friendless, timid, and despondent.
Miksa is the collector’s latest find. But honey badgers are known for their bad attitude, fearlessness, and fighting spirit. Miksa has no doubt he’ll escape, even if it means taking the whole zoo down with him.
When honey badger and cobra meet, there should be instant enmity—after all, honey badgers eat cobras—yet both men find themselves oddly drawn to the other. Romance blossoms, but can it survive captivity and beyond? In order to do so, Jiri will have to find a strength he doesn’t know he possesses and Miksa will have to open a heart long closed to anyone except his immediate family.
Review: Jiri had been sold to a collector when he was just a child so he didn’t act like a cobra at all. He was there for dancing and sex. The collector has brought in a new find, and to Jiri’s surprise it is a honey badger. Honey badgers and snakes do not get along, but these two just about make you feel like you are over heated.
This was a bit strange to me and I wasn’t really sure if I liked it or not. I felt bad for Jiri though. I was glad that Miksa turned out to be a great catch for Jiri. I had fun reading this and look forward to seeing what other stories this author has out.
I would definitely recommend this story.
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Blurb: Travel agent Jarrett Joynson won’t let his cheating boyfriend spoil his dream vacation, but being alone in Hawaii is more difficult than he imagined. When his attempts to catch a new lover fail, he turns to his Wiccan faith to ask the moon for guidance.
Shark shape-shifter Kainalu Enakai is in a similar position. His last relationship fell apart because he couldn’t share the truth with his boyfriend. Now Kainalu is on the prowl, looking for a new distraction.
When the moon draws Jarrett and Kainalu together, sparks fly. But the old scars on both their hearts cause trouble between them. If they cannot learn to trust each other, it will put not only their relationship in danger, but possibly Jarrett’s life.
Review: Now I am not sure about shark shifters, after having watched Jaws so many times, well you can guess where I am going with that. However it is a big kick to find a story that makes it look like fun.
Jarrett had left his cheating boyfriend and went to Hawaii to enjoy some freedom. He also wanted guidance and to figure out what he was going to do in the future. To his surprise it would seem he has found that guidance in more than one way. Kainalu might just be the one, even if he is a sexy shark shifter.
This was a fun little story that had quite a bit of humor in it. I am not really sure if I would read more shark shifter stories, but this one was pretty damn good.
I had a lot of fun reading it and would recommend it.
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Blurb: American med student Duncan Stirling is traveling around India with his two best friends, who have just married. Their last stop is the magical city of Jaisalmer, a fort in the Thar Desert of Rajasthan. He feels like a third wheel on their honeymoon, though the three friends had the trip planned for years, to celebrate finishing medical school and have a last adventure before they start their residencies back in the States.
Akash Nandi is an Indian man from a wealthy and well-known family. At least that’s how he appears. He hides the truth that his family is descended from Nandi, Lord Shiva’s bull, and they’ve guarded sacred places for millennia. Being gay and immortal is tough, especially when his family’s expectations make finding the right mate impossible.
As his grandmother, the family matriarch, nears death, a struggle for power puts Akash and his new crush, the charming American Duncan, in harm’s way.
Review: I really never thought about cow shifters or that they would be sacred I suppose. I think in all of my readings I have only came across one other story that had a cow shifter, or bull shifter. They are kind of quirky and definitely this author has made a unique hit with it.
Duncan and his two best friends have decided to travel India. They are going to Jaisalmer, which is a fort in the Thar Desert of Rajasthan. It would seem that Duncan has caught the eye of a bull shifter. Akash is a well-known young man who has his eyes on Duncan. However it would seem that someone else has noticed the two together.
This one was pretty good. I liked the unique telling of this story. Although I hate to say that it was not really my kind of story though. I did have fun reading it though, and would recommend it.
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THE BANG OF A GUNSHOT rang out, a loud interruption ricocheting through the soft musical
echoes of the forest. The flapping of wings followed, vibrating the air overhead with the caws of
a multitude of retreating birds before finally silence reigned. The hunter lowered the weapon and
let out the breath he’d held while taking the shot. He took in another lungful of frosty air through
his nose, closing his eyes as satisfaction filled him. Finally, some action.
He grinned and gave the adrenaline its head for a moment, reveling in the sensation as it
heated his blood, and then he moved. Flipping the rifle over his back, he scrambled down from
the God-forsaken tree stand and squirmed out of the safety harness. He’d been in the damn thing
for hours and was stiff as hell.
He really preferred guided hunts, but a few friends had thought good, old-fashioned buck
hunting in the Virginia woods would be something different for him and had snatched him up for
the weekend. All day Saturday, and all of Sunday, sitting fourteen feet up in a tree and for what?
His muscles had drawn up tight. His fingers and toes had gone numb, and he had not one antler
to show for his trouble.
Now he remembered why he’d stopped doing this.
As quietly as possible, he adjusted his weapon of choice. The rifle was his pride and joy,
way more firepower than he needed to shoot a buck in this region, but it was his go-to weapon,
and he’d figured that at least nothing would get away. If he hit the bugger, it would be a kill
shot—just as it should be. Nothing satisfied him as much as knowing that when he pulled the
trigger, the prey would be dead before they even hit the ground.
As the hunter waded through the dew-covered underbrush, the smell of dirt and plants filled
his nose. He breathed deep of the scent, the nip of the chilled air awaking his senses like nothing
else could. He pulled down his night-vision goggles from the top of his head and leveled them
over his eyes. Darkness had swallowed the woods, and with the new moon, it was going to be
black as pitch out soon.
He’d been just about ready to call the weekend a bust when he’d heard movement about fifty
yards from his station. While searching the direction with the scope, he’d seen something that
had confounded him. It looked like a dog but was almost the size of a small pony. It had to be a
wolf. He’d heard of coyotes in Virginia, but there hadn’t been reports of wolves for a hundred
years or more. Didn’t matter. He wasn’t leaving without a kill if he could help it, so he’d shot the
beast. Now, time had come to claim his prize.
Pulling his rifle level to his shoulder, he inched toward the rustling noise he heard, the
random branch smacking his limbs as he walked. When he stepped through the brush and into a
clearing, he saw the animal lying on its side, wiggling as it tried to stand. He’d hit it all right, in
the shoulder mere millimeters from the clean kill shot it should have been. He closed his eyes,
shook his head, and heaved a hard sigh as disappointment enveloped him. He was better than
that. The animal panted, its chest rising and falling quickly as it forced out short, shallow bursts
of air. The hunter removed the night-vision goggles, took aim, and moved closer until he was
looking down the weapon at the animal’s head, directing his next shot for the skull.
Only before he could pull the trigger, the wolf started to change.
Right before his eyes, the muzzle shrank, and fur started to rescind along the body— getting
shorter and thinner until it was completely gone. The hair rose on the back of his neck, and he
flinched as snapping and popping sounds emanated from the creature. The limbs elongated,
getting thicker, the shoulders wider.
He took a step backwards. His heart gave a kick and sped up as he tried to understand what
had happened. The rifle became heavy in his hands, so he lowered it while gawking at the thing
in front of him. “The. Fuck?”
Within a few moments, a naked man lay at his feet, and the wolf had vanished.
He swiftly raised his weapon again, taking aim. He didn’t know what the hell was
happening, but he damn sure wasn’t going to let that… whatever it was, attack him. The thing
moved to its side and clutched its bleeding shoulder. It didn’t seem as if it was going anywhere,
but he refused to take any chances. The gunshot wound still seeped blood through the thing’s
fingers, but it now looked much smaller than it should.
“Please…”The man’s wide amber eyes met his, filled with moisture and fear. “Please, don’t
hurt me.”
“What the hell are you?” the hunter whispered. No way was that thing in front of him
human.
“I’m a man.” It groaned and coughed a wet sound.
Right.
“No way. Tell me what you are!” He prepared to fire. Was this an alien invasion? Or were
all the tales about werewolves true? And if werewolves truly existed, what other creatures could
be out there right now? Without his consent, the hunter’s eyes quickly scanned the woods before
darting back to the sight before him.
“Please…”
“Are you a werewolf?” He lifted his booted foot and roughly shoved the underbelly of the
creature, turning it over onto its back. Damn, it really did look human. He would never have
known there was anything different about this fellow had he not watched the change himself.
“Are. You. A werewolf?”
“No.” The creature gasped. “Shifter. I… mmm… shifter.”
Holy crap! He’d heard of that before. Basically, the same thing as a werewolf, at least in his
mind. The thing wasn’t human, after all. In fact, it would be a service to humanity if he got rid of
His heart kicked again but this time from excitement. A flush of warmth suffused his body,
chasing away the cold.
Out of all the animals he’d killed all over the world, he’d never shot himself a shifter. Shit,
he’d never even known such a thing really existed until now.
And just in time.
His life had become stagnant, boring. The satisfaction from the hunt and a clean kill didn’t
carry the power it once had. Not since his father had died. There was nothing new out there for
him. Nothing, except this.
Hunting was in his blood. His life consisted of his work—where he intended to change the
world— and his greatest pleasure, hunting. He was lucky enough to own his own pharmaceutical
company and lab so he had the ability to travel the globe, searching for the cure and his next big
kill. Alaska, Africa, India, South America, all over the U.S., you name it and he’d been there.
First, deer hunting, but that got old quickly. He’d moved up to moose… and on and on. He’d just
come back from his fifth African safari with a nice set of elephant tusks. Paid a pretty penny for
that shindig, too.
What was a little payoff money when it came to excitement? They were only animals
anyway.
When his friends talked him into this weekend, he’d wanted to say no. They’d guilted him
into it, though. Then those same friends had gone home earlier today, leaving him alone. They
were a bunch of weak pretenders who couldn’t stand the cold, and couldn’t stay still for ten
minutes without playing with cell phones. It was disgusting, really.
Everything had turned out better than he could have hoped for, though. He was the one
getting the special kill because of their folly.
This made his year. Heck, this was the happiest moment he could remember. No one he
knew had bagged a shifter before. He was the first—the greatest big game hunter in the world.
His father would have been so proud.
“Please…” The creature tried to sit up but fell back again.
“Don’t worry.” The hunter smirked. “I’ll make this quick.”
Title: Wrong Way
Series: The Shenandoah Pack, #2
Author: Taylor Law
Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense
Length: 174 pages
Publisher: Taylor Law (June 7th, 2016)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5Hearts
Blurb: Leading The Shenandoah pack consumes most of Thomas Collowell’s time. The Alpha’s job is never done. That had never been more true than when a killer targeting shifters strikes too close to home. He doesn’t have time to deal with a mate, especially a human.
There is nothing Camdon Williams wouldn’t do for his best friend, which is why he was the best man in Jessie’s joining ceremony. While in Skyline Village, he gets more than he bargained for, including a strange attraction to the Sheriff.
When Camdon and Thomas are forced to work together to stop the killer, Camdon’s eyes are opened to a world he wouldn’t have believed existed. They both learn that there is no such thing as perfect timing. Sometimes, it’s about taking a chance… before it’s too late.
Review: For those of you that follow my reviews, you will know that Romantic Suspense is my favorite genre. And it doesn’t matter if it’s Contemporary, Paranormal or Sci-fi, I need to believe in the characters and be able to follow the plot. It doesn’t matter how hot the sex scenes are, if the characters are one-dimensional or the plot convoluted.
That being said…I LOVED THIS BOOK!!
Taylor Law has created a world that made me laugh, bite my lip and most importantly, BELIEVE.
The way the two main characters meet is priceless. Thomas is in the middle of a murder investigation, has issues with the Elders’ Council and if that is not enough, he must officiate a mating ceremony.
Enter a cute little red-headed human. His mate. He sooooo does not have time for this.
The romance between Camdon and Thomas is a nice slow burn. This is a huge plus for me. I hate characters that hop into bed willy nilly…Mate pull or not, I expect grown-ups to think before they leap. And yeah, I loved watching Thomas fight the mate-pull, while trying to fulfill his Alpha duties. This made for an intense sexual tension that neared to explode off the page.
I also love the Camdon is not a weak little human. His skills as a tracker help advance the investigation on several levels
The suspense unfolds in a realistic fashion that kept me reading well into the night. Several chapters are written from the killer’s POV. This is one of my favorite aspects of The Wrong Way. I love a bad guy who is more than just a bad guy. Loved learning his rationalizations for his sick behavior.
Now for my complaints. I wish that the secondary thread surrounding a secondary character had a more satisfying ending. While I appreciate Taylor leaving the door open for a future title in this series, I would like Thomas to have some sense of closure.
There is also the matter of Camdon’s backstory. Still a little sketchy on that one.
And the ending is by no means a traditional cliffhanger, but its damn close. The possibilities for the next Shenandoah Pack title are endless. Taylor introduced several secondary characters that could move easily into the main plot. My vote is for Justice…maybe. 😉
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Taylor Law is a northern born, southern girl, with a free spirit. Taylor has lived in the southern United States most of her life, along with her huge family. She started writing at a very young age; her first poem at six, her first song at seven, and stories followed directly after. She hasn’t stopped since.
She started with Barbie worlds that took over her room for days on end, standing on the kitchen table and singing randomness that eventually turned into songs, and making up endings to her favorite stories. It was no surprise to anyone when she started writing them all down. It was a surprise, however, when she turned to writing LGBTQ romance and fiction. Now, some of her family regularly read her books and ask for more.
Taylor has a Paralegal degree, but she also went to college for Music, Theatrical Arts, and Criminal Justice. She loves to learn new things. She also enjoys history, an eclectic array of music, puzzles, her friends and family, and laughing. Taylor would much rather read than watch television any day.
Blurb: It’s been a long shift for Detective Vincent Pasquale. Back at his desk at the station he finds a phone message from his vampire spouse, Mark, waiting for him.
“Hi. I figured calling your station phone number was more secure than using a cell. Listen our friend Dexter found something about who may have tried to frame Jean-Claude. Turns out that there is a lot more to this thing! It’s big. Jean-Claude and Jaime are meeting me here before we all head over to see Tortego at his offices. We should be there in a half hour and we figure this meeting will run most of the day. If you can join us fine but if not I’ll tell you about it later after your shift is over. Call me.”
A few moments later a report comes into the station about a possible terrorist bomb explosion at a Midtown office building. No survivors are reported. To his horror Vinnie realizes the bombsite’s address is the exact location of Tortego’s offices. In a panic Vinnie rushes to the scene where, out of nowhere, he is shot from behind by an unknown assailant.
Its’ four funerals and a wedding, as the newest Julian book unfolds.
Review: This is the first book by this author that I have read, but had heard some amazing things about his books. I should have started with book one, but am grateful that I did not because I don’t care for females in my stories at all so when I found out about Jamie I didn’t much care to read it. Although she is a real fire cracker so I might be changing my mind.
I must admit the idea of vampire mysteries were a bit alluring. There are so many twists and turns to this story that I was definitely kept my attention, although the story jumped around so much that it ended up giving me a headache. I am afraid that all the added information and detail did the exact opposite of what it should have in my opinion. I kept trying to figure out how to skim over most of the story just to get to the good parts. There were so many characters that it just confused me even more.
Vinnie is at the station when his husband and friends decided to go find out who was behind Jean-Claude’s framing. They had saved his ass from death, when Vinnie proved he was not behind it. If he had been a few minutes earlier he would have been killed from the explosion that was set to kill them all. Now hidden they try to find out who was trying to kill them and who wanted to cause so much pain.
Now this was a pretty damn good book, but because of the added details and multiple characters it went down in ratings for me. It just seemed to jump from one scene to the next, from one dialog to another and ended up making me want to throw the book down and walk away. It had great potential, but in my eyes the author just went overboard with all the extras.
After reading this story it didn’t make me want to go read the first five stories I am afraid.
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After his father’s death, Finn Darcy returns to his ancestral home to become chief of his werecat clan. The mysterious Druids Lodge lies nestled in the shadows of Dartmoor National Park, where the legendary Beast of Dartmoor, a large panther, roams the woods and moors.
Finn cannot take his place as the head of the clan before he claims his mate, Luke Devlin, the one he marked while when they were children. Feeling he was deceived at the start of their relationship, Luke refuses to accept his fate. He bides his time, determined to escape when the opportunity presents itself, before Finn’s jealous and possessive dual nature destroys everything they have left.
But then werecats and their mates start disappearing, and Finn is adamant his mate must be protected at all costs. Events take a grim turn when Finn is abducted and forced to fight for his life. Luke must choose between his chance at freedom or saving Finn.
Review: Finn Darcy, panther shifter returns to his family home after a death in the family. His reluctant mate Luke Devlin, who he marked when they were younger, has been staying at the family home. With the hope that Luke’s anger at him has passed he attempts to get close to Luke to no avail. Meanwhile there is disturbing news of werecats and their mates disappearing.
Luke seriously pissed me off. If he hated Finn so much then why did he keep going around him? Why did he have sex with him? Seemed so unbelievable that someone who hated someone that much would have a change of heart suddenly.
I have to say I didn’t like this story. It was not a smooth read even though there were no errors in it. I felt that the majority of the book was about Luke still hating Finn for what he did. As a result I felt irritated at the halfway mark wishing it would end. The mystery of the werecats disappearance was mentioned, but did not come in to play until almost the end of the book and then it was rushed.
I did not like this book, but gave it a three for the work put into it.
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Blurb: Spring has finally arrived along the shores of Lake Erie and no one is happier than the skunk shifter, Templeton Reed. Now that the snows have melted, he can frolic and play on the grounds of Lupei Manor, the formidable home that he shares with his life partner, Mikel Lupei, the alpha of the Lake Erie werewolf pack. What a pity that his joy is short-lived.
Not only does a stranger appear to shake things up in the manor, bodies begin showing up on the grounds as well! Could the newcomer to the pack be the one viciously killing innocent humans and shifters? Or is there a more nefarious force at work lurking just outside the boundaries of the ancient manse that Templeton, Mikel, and their LGBT friends call home?
Review: Templeton finds himself with his hands more than full this full moon with is a lover, the leader of the Eerie pack, a mysterious house guest with big secrets, his parents, planning a garden party, and murders popping up on the property.
If you have read any of the first books in this series, you know that Templeton is a skunk shifter and mated to the alpha of the Lake Eerie pack. If not you know now! This is a very fun series to read, so it is good to start at An Eerie Halloween, but I feel you can follow along just fine without it. But they are short, and lots of fun so why not read them all!
I love all the characters in this book. I love how Rugby is always scaring Templeton by sneaking up on him. It made me laugh every time Templeton would jump! The mystery is like a little paranormal cozy…mysterious with lots of twists set in a paranormal setting with a touch of humor.
There is a lot of sex, but it’s well-written and not overly explicit. There are lots of twists, and the story is fast paced with lots of humor.
Blurb: When the pack is attacked, Asher hunts the one responsible, however, fate has other plans as it throws not one but two obstacles his way in the form of male mates—one human, one vampire. Lies are uncovered and truths shared as Asher’s fears about what is to come are confirmed.
Asher is used to being overlooked and not taken seriously as the joker brother. It doesn’t usually bother him. When the pack house is attacked, Asher takes on the mission to hunt down the one responsible. He is tired of their enemy having the upper hand. If he can hunt down Kimi, then they may finally be a step ahead. The only problem is that he can’t only think about himself now because a confession from a wayward pup causes him to become a guardian of a teenager.
Things only get more complicated when a human named Tyler helps him out in a night club to corner Kimi and gets kidnapped for his trouble. Asher is given a choice—trade newly caught Kimi or Tyler dies.
Corralling an uncooperative Kimi gets him up close and personal with the vampire, but instead of wringing his neck like he wants to, Asher finds himself drawn to the unmistakable scent of his mate.
If that wasn’t enough to test him, the proof the kidnappers deliver to him comes with a stunning revelation—Tyler is also his mate.
Review:Each book in the Blood Moon Pack Alliance Series collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order.
For me once I start reading I can’t move until I find out how they end. These characters are also very fascinating and unique to me. To top it off it aren’t just two sexy men but three in this mating.
Asher’s life is about to get more complicated. He goes to talk to the coven and ends up bringing home Jake to live with shifters. On the way he finds this vampire that not only captures his attention but he senses danger there also. Kimi is a traitor to the coven and to the pack, or that is what everyone assumes.
Kimi runs and Asher goes to find him. Taking with him his newly adopted teenage son. To his surprise he finds a human and saves his ass from kidnappers, only to find out that the man is his mate. Then to make matters even crazier it would seem Kimi is their mate also. Kimi has a major secret that could get them all killed but his mates are determined to help him in all ways.
Now I must admit that I wasn’t too sure about Kimi. He had a darkness to him that made him seem even guiltier then normal added to the fact that he even made Jake weary and I thought for sure he was evil. Then once you get to know him, you can see that he is the perfect mate for the others. I wasn’t really sure about this story because of the dark tone, but that only lasted a total of five seconds.
I would definitely recommend reading this book.
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Blurb: Mateo Esposito loves his job. Hired assassin for the U.S. Government, he takes lives and he kicks ass with no mercy. When a job lands in his lap that’s just not quite right, Mateo finds himself questioning for the first time in his career. Who would have known he’d be undone by a purple hippo…
Riley Flynn is CEO of Flynn Electronics. Deep in his closet, Riley wonders what it would feel like to be with a man. When his path crosses with Mateo’s, their lives will never be the same.
Because Riley is Mateo’s next target…….
Be aware….Hot guys making love, Satan on TV and anal beads are just a few of the things guaranteed to make you spit your liquid on your monitor. Enjoy!
Openly gay assassin Mateo Esposito has the perfect life. He kills people for a living and doesn’t even think twice as he pulls the trigger. His targets are murderers, rapists and pedophiles; so the fact that he doesn’t lose any sleep over them is no surprise. Until he stumbles upon Riley Flynn.
Riley Flynn is the CEO of Flynn Electronics. Not so openly gay, Riley stays safely behind the doors of his closet. After his mother died when he was a teenager, Riley was raised by his homophobic father. Riley is also Mateo’s next target.
Character development was precise as we watch Mateo go from predator to protector. The relationship that develops between the pair is amazing, even as they fight it, and then give in to it, only to come across yet another road block. Gasq-Dion definitely laid the ground work for many more books and promising storylines with the side characters as well. My personal favorite would be General “fuck it” Derek and Pruitt, I do so hope they get much more page time in the coming books.
This is an M/M erotic love story that is sensual and steamy! It is also fast paced and action packed with several twists and turns to keep you guessing.
Audio book review April 2016…
It’s always a joy when a favorite narrator breathes life into one of your favorite books. Boudreaux truly brings Mateo and Riley to life with tone, inflection and sometimes not so subtle nuances. I especially liked the desperation I could hear in his voice during a more dramatic part in the story.
I’ve probably read this book a dozen times or more so I knew full well how these two met, fell in love, were torn apart and the dangerous road travelled to bring them back together. Listening to the events unfold gave me a new insight into the story. You can read a book and imagine how something sounds or feels, Boudreaux was able to bring those sounds and feelings out for the characters with the voices he gave them.
I highly recommend this series to anyone that reads the genre. Whether you like shifters, paranormal, romance, passion, angst, you can find just about anything in this series. And now we have the promise of hearing the escapades and sexcapades of this Motley crew of men that make up the Skull Blasters and Shifters.
Blurb: When Javan tells his Alpha he can never claim his mate, he doesn’t imagine that Henry would hear his words and run from Capulet. Desperate to find his little man and explain, Javan asks the only man he knows could help find Henry.
Onyx is Trill: part hawk, part lizard, and part man. Being second in command of his flock, he knows what dangers the Magic Lands hold, He never thought he would ever have one mate let alone two, and now, one is lost in the midst of those lands.
Onyx’s blood runs cold when Henry suddenly returns to Capulet on the tail of a Baliz, telling them how Lorkin, leader of the savage creatures, is coming for Henry.
Can Javan fix his mistake with Henry? Can Onyx figure out a way to claim his mates in his current form? They better find the answers quickly, or Henry will pay the ultimate price…death.
Review:Each book in the Capulet collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order.
I have found through reading this series that Cree has a true gift at giving you a story that not only draws you in but keeps you there. The world she has created for these guys and their families is an amazing one. I have also come to the conclusion that I will probably go broke after buying all her books. To top it off they have a sense of humor that will keep you entertained.
Damn these guys need to learn to communicate and actually listen to each other. Javan loves his little mate, but he also knows of the pain that Henry had gone through with his old pack. He had decided to not claim his mate, but to let his mate claim him.
Too bad that all Henry heard was not going to claim, because he takes off and runs in to Lika and then Terrin. Terrin is a Baliz which is a deadly creature out to kill them all. Except Terrin is not that way, he is such a cutie pie. However it means he has to go home to his mate, the same mate that doesn’t want him.
Javan knows that he needs to show Henry that he is indeed wanted. As soon as he figures out Onyx. It seems Javan and Henry have a very sexy mate to share. Wow a threesome is hot. So Henry’s eyes are wide open when he comes home. Too bad they still have to figure out how to take Lorkin and the other Baliz out before they all get killed.
There is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men involved.
I also love the way the guys are not only unique but they have a tenderness inside of them that just shines through. Cree has become, and just from the two books I have read one of my top favorite authors. I had so much fun reading this and look forward to reading the next book.
I would definitely recommend it.
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Title: Relentless Series: N/A Author: Cheyenne Meadows Genre: Werewolves/Shapeshifters/ Paranormal Length: 240 pages Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (February 29, 2016) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts Blurb: Jaguar shifter and sniper extraordinaire, Jag, is tasked with his most difficult and dangerous mission to date—take out the man responsible for his spotter and husband’s violent death. Again.
Sonar, an ocelot shifter, is assigned as the new spotter to the surly and scowling feline alpha. He’s impressed with Jag’s skills but sees more beneath the surface: a grief-stricken and furious man on a trail of vengeance.
Together Sonar and Jag face perils and challenges that test their skills, resolve, and the budding feelings they have for each other. As the death toll rises, so does the heat between them. Their longings could give them the strength needed to persevere, but it also might force them to succumb and sacrifice everything.
One thing’s for certain: someone won’t be making it back alive.
Review: I loved, loved, and loved this book. Jag is a jaguar shifter who while on a mission with his husband and spotter Mark experiences a pain unlike any other when the target they are after kills Mark before his eyes. Now he’s been partnered with Sonar, an ocelot shifter.
Jag is furious as he works alone since what happened. But Sonar is just as stubborn as Jag and insists that he can do his job.
This is a very good book with a lot of tension, suspense, action and mystery as to who The Sandman is. What results is a man on a mission of revenge to make the one responsible pay for his crimes with his life. The Sandman is a vicious killer with a disturbing MO.
Though who he is was a bombshell that I never saw coming.
In the process Jag and Sonar grow ever closer as the story progresses. I really liked the differences yet similarities between these two characters. I got a kick out of how Sonar stood up to Jag instead of backing down.
I really felt bad for Jag as it seemed at times he would never let go and see what was right in front of him. It was truly a fantastic read with some hot and spicy sex.
Highly recommended.
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Title: Biker’s Run Series: Shifters and Lovers, #3 Author: Ali Atwood Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense Length: 51 pages Publisher: Extasy Books (February 15, 2016) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts Blurb: Can Logan stop running from himself? Will Noah stand up for his own happiness?
Logan Ripley is an agent for the Drug Enforcement Administration. He’s great at his job, but lousy with people. Raised by a drug abusive father, he knows that some feelings are better kept hidden.
Noah Nicklin is a security specialist and lion shifter whose inbred senses, strength and speed are sought after by the DEA. The Federal Agency is conducting a sting operation, using undercover agents to infiltrate an outlaw biker gang and take down a dangerous drug lord.
An enthusiastic biker, Noah is thrilled to be part of the covert mission, especially since he’ll be teaming up with Logan Ripley, a wet dream come to life.
Review: Each book in the Shifters and Lovers collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. However they can be read as a standalone.
There is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men involved. I especially loved the fact that they were lions in this one. They are probably one of my favorite types of shifters.
Logan had a rough life and was now on the straight and narrow. However he is letting his past stand in the way of his future. When an op comes in to take care of, he meets Noah. He is attracted right off the bat, but still holds back. Let’s face it he is a complete ass to Noah. Noah however wants Logan and is willing to take a chance. Now if they could just get the bad guys all might be well.
Now this story starts off great, but it was missing a lot of stuff. I mean, yeah, Logan realizes when he thinks Noah is in danger. He might just be the man for him. They go from one extreme to the next step too fast. It came off like the author was tired of the book and just threw the ending in. It was a disappointment. Because up to the instant change it was going perfectly.
I did enjoy reading it though and would recommend it.
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Title: Predator and Prey Series: The Shifters #9 Author: M.D. Grimm Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense Length: 107 pages) Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (January 13, 2016) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts Blurb: Vietnam War vet turned deep-sea treasure hunter Digger Sullivan scratches out a living, and this new commission is just another job—albeit an exciting one—off the Florida coast in 1977. But while exploring the area, Digger and his crew encounter a lot more sharks than they expected.
Reef and his shark shifter clan are charged with protecting a vital, magical secret—two of four scrolls that, when brought together, could annihilate shifters across the world. But Reef can’t keep his head in the game around this intriguing diver, and it’s not long before Digger takes one of the scrolls topside. Reef now has two missions: seduce Digger and recapture the scroll. Despite his attraction to Digger, Reef’s priority must be reclaiming the scroll.
But when Reef’s true identity is exposed, Digger is scared and appalled and rejects him.
Yet Digger might change his mind when his crew is captured by the very person who commissioned them, and Reef and his shark clan are the only things standing between them and death.
Review: I love the way this author can put together a book that not only fascinates you but draws you in. This is the only series that I have read by this author that I have read and I can tell you that M.D. Grimm’s books will go in my automatic favorite pile.
Although I must admit sharks are not one of my favorite creatures but then again I watched all of the Jaw’s movies. There are scrolls left in the ocean to be guarded by the shark shifters. They had been once placed in a falcon’s hands to keep safe, but when his mated died he wanted to follow.
Then the ship taking him across the ocean crashed and his scrolls were at the bottom of the ocean. The shark promised to keep them safe. It was now Reef’s duty to protect them. However he wants a human time too, but when a group of humans start searching he finds himself attracted to the captain.
Digger was a war vet who had decided that the ocean was his life now. He had expected to find treasures and sharks but not shark shifters. He was slowly falling in love with Reef, but Reef was keeping secrets. When the ship is attacked, Reef shows him who he truly is and Digger reacted as a human would. After some time, he knew he had to fix what he had done.
I can honestly tell you that this is going to be one of those types of series that you can’t put down and have to read more than once. It is the perfect story for me and gave me all that I needed. I love the way all the feelings they felt was involved in this story. I had a blast reading it and I can’t wait to read the next story.
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Title: Quentin Heart, Vampire Bounty Hunter Series: N/A Author: Amber Kell Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense Length: 314 pages Publisher: Amber Kell (January 29, 2016) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts Blurb: Quentin Heart is a magical genius with more troubles than three people his age. His mother is dying of cancer, a vampire master wants to own him and he has bone wolves deciding to be his new puppy protection detail.
When his friend, Glenn, is murdered Quentin Heart has to discover who attacked him and what happened to his body. Unfortunately Jakinson, the new vampire master, has decided to protect Quentin from himself.
Annoyed with everyone trying to kill or control him, Quentin has to push back against vampires, psychotic Fae and more magic than he’s ever had to handle before. It will take more than magic to get him out of this one.
Review: I came across Amber Kell awhile back and have always been captivated with the worlds she creates. They are not only well written but there is so much depth to them that you will never lose interest. Even though it is a fully developed novel I did not want it to end.
Quentin is a magical wizard who wants to get his degree. He is pretty damn good at his spells, but his one wish is to do a healing spell for his mother. She is in the final stages of cancer and he can’t let her die. He had never known his father, but his love for his mother was strong. He just needs to figure out how to get the money for her bills.
So he decides to go to work as a bounty hunter. His first job is to catch and capture a vampire leader. Somehow after capturing the man, he finds himself bonded to the second. On top of all that his best friend, Glenn is not only murdered but turned into a vampire. At the feet of Glenn are four bone wolves. Talk about a freaky day.
Now someone is out to get him and his vampire mate. Jak is a bit quirky if I say so, but his orders are just bouncing around because Quentin is a force to be seen. Now he has an evil vampire, a crazy vampire friend, psychotic Faes and more magic going on. Talk about a heated up and weird day for him.
I can honestly tell you that this is going to be one of those types of story that you can’t put down and have to read more than once.
I would definitely recommend reading this book.
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Title: Darkness Threatening Series: Yellowstone Wolves, #2 Author: Dirk Greyson Genre: Paranormal Suspense Length: Novel (200 pages) Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (February 3rd 2016) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts Blurb: Fredrik is back from college and trying to stay out of his power-hungry brother’s way, until his brother takes a prisoner for his pleasure. Unable to tolerate his family’s cruelty, Fredrik overcomes his fear to help her escape back to her pack. There, he meets Christopher, and their instant attraction tells him Christopher is the one. However, since the threat of his brother remains, Fredrik is reluctant to pursue a relationship.
Christopher is still figuring out his place in the pack and has been living on his own to avoid making waves with his brother, Mikael. Now he’s met his soulmate, and he’ll do anything to take care of his love, including rejoining the pack.
With coaxing, Fredrik accepts his feelings, and Christopher’s pack gives him the home he’s never had. But Fredrick soon realizes he should keep running. His brother is on his tail and will stop at nothing to obtain the power he craves, especially when he realizes the source of the power could be Fredrik himself.
Review: Frederik is forced to come back home to his pack after his psychotic father, Anton, is killed and his equally psychotic brother takes over the pack. Knowing how badly Frederik wants to finish college, Juneau holds it over his brother’s head, making Frederik stay put and follow his orders. That is until Juneau plans to steal someone’s innocence. Frederik finds a way to overcome his usually shy, self-loathing personality and do what is right, which infuriates his brother.
Christopher has always fallen behind his brother’s shadows, Mikael, the pack Alpha. He longs to do something, anything, to help his pack. He requested to be Alpha to one of the crumbling packs, but Mikael said he wasn’t ready. He has spent the better part of a year on his own, only interacting with the pack when necessary.
All that changes when Frederik shows up to safely return a member of the Old Faithful pack. The two are drawn to each other, but unsure why at first. Accepting that they are mated is easy for Christopher, he has longed for someone to need him. And it’s not the Frederik doesn’t want him, quite the opposite actually. He just feels like the insanity of his family will forever follow him and put the pack in danger.
Through a series of ups and downs, getting to know one another, learning to depend on each other, Christopher and Frederik grow into their bond. The pack comes together to help build a cabin for the mated couple to live in. A few more members of Frederik’s former pack wind up at Old Faithful, accidentally, on purpose, who cares. But when Juneau threatens the pack, Frederik has to make a choice. Walk away from the family and the stability he has with the Old Faithful pack, his mate Christopher. Or stand and fight and risk his brother’s wrath.
I quite like this series, how Greyson ties in the packs and the wolves with Mother Nature. The way Mikael leads the pack… he is fierce and determined, and yet he can be gentle and understanding when needed. The Old Faithful pack follow Mikael and Denton without question or fear, for they know their Alpha’s will protect them, care for them and see that they have whatever they need.
Then you have the other side of that coin, Frederik’s family. Anton and now Juneau rule with an iron fist, threatening, raping, killing, taking what they want regardless of the cost. It’s no wonder that Frederik fears there is darkness inside him simply because he shares the same DNA with those savages.
The book is fast paced, with lots of action. The storyline and the characters intricately woven together to reveal each new piece at the right time. Christopher and Frederik are loyal to each other from the start. It takes time for them to build a cohesive relationship, but knowing they have each other seems to help them move beyond most of their issues from the past. And they are stronger when they rely on each other. Their chemistry is obvious, the connection evident, so they use that as a foundation.
A must read for anyone that enjoys shifter and paranormal stories. It’s pretty passionate and sexy, as well. I definitely recommend it. But if you haven’t read Challenge the Darkness yet (book 1) you have to start there. The series must be read in order. Its well worth a read, I promise.
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Title: Hell & High Water Series: THIRDS, #1 Author: Charlie Cochet Narrator: Mark Westfield
Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense Length: 10 hours and 6 minutes Publisher: Dreamspinner Press LLC (October 3, 2014) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts Blurb: When homicide detective Dexter J. Daley’s testimony helps send his partner away for murder, the consequences – and the media frenzy – aren’t far behind.
He soon finds himself sans boyfriend, sans friends, and, after an unpleasant encounter in a parking garage after the trial, he’s lucky he doesn’t find himself sans teeth. Dex fears he’ll get transferred from the Human Police Force’s Sixth Precinct, or worse, get dismissed. Instead, his adoptive father – a sergeant at the Therian-Human Intelligence Recon Defense Squadron otherwise known as the THIRDS – pulls a few strings, and Dex gets recruited as a Defense Agent.
Dex is determined to get his life back on track and eager to get started in his new job. But his first meeting with Team Leader Sloane Brodie, who also happens to be his new jaguar Therian partner, turns disastrous.
When the team is called to investigate the murders of three HumaniTherian activists, it soon becomes clear to Dex that getting his partner and the rest of the tightknit team to accept him will be a lot harder than catching the killer – and every bit as dangerous.
Review: I have always loved books from a young age, no matter where I went I had a book in my hand. As I got older I came across audible cd’s and picked up one figuring it would be great for the drive back and forth to work. Now those were m/f books and wasn’t as tuned into them as I should have been.
Then a couple of years ago I got into m/m romance stories and I was hooked. So much so that I would think about them at work. So I went online to find m/m romance on cd’s and came across audible stories that I could download to my iPod.
When I came across Charlie Cochet I knew I had found a series that I would love. So I downloaded this story and I have got to tell you that I probably listened to it four or five times this week alone. It not only gives you a story but the way it is told I hear Dex in my head even when I am sleeping.
Dex had just testified and sent his partner to prison for murder. Having really no options since the bosses were basically kicking him to the curb, not really they sent him to work for the Thirds. Thirds is also called Therian-Human Intelligence Recon Defense. Which in a way was a good thing, he would get to work with his adoptive father and brother.
Dex is a riot and will always have a spot in my heart. He always has a joke on hand and even when life is hard, he is always in a good mood. He had been worried about meeting his team after being told that they looked out for themselves. However he met his moody team leader and his partner, and was turned the hell on. He is the perfect man for this team though.
Sloan had not just lost his partner to a killer but also the man was his lover. He didn’t want to replace the man he loved, but was being forced to. His first meeting Dex was not on the best of terms, but he was determined to work through it. After all he had been warned that he needed a partner. After a while he noticed that Dex was helping not only him but his team. Now all he had to do is to find out who was killing the humans.
What caught my attention first was the cover of the book. It was beautifully made and had me wanting the man on the cover even more. Then there is the beautiful man telling the story. Mark Westfield has got to be one of the best story tellers I have ever heard. He managed to give Dex this cheerful tone while as giving Sloan a gruff superior voice. At the same time he made me see Ash as… well, an ass. He gave each guy a unique voice that you hear even when you are not listening to the story. He brought the guys to life for me and I was amazed with the way he did it.
I love how there was heat between Dex and Sloan although they were fighting it. These two are meant to be together. I loved the way the guys just seem to overcome their difficulties even though it is a fight for Sloan. Here he is a tough alpha shifter who has to lead his team while trying to get over the loss of his lover. You can feel the pain he was in and it was intense. I also loved the way the heat just keeps building between them, plus the attitudes of all of the team is just an added bonus for me.
As I have said I listened to this probably four or five times this week alone, and ran to grab the rest as soon as they were available. It has probably become one of my favorite all time stories and I will continue to listen to them while at work or on the go. It is not a short story so I get to spend most of the day listening to it.
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Title: Myth Adventures Series: Mojo Mysteries, #3 Author: Ally Blue Genre: Paranormal / Mystery Length: Novel (162 Pages) Publisher: Samhain Publishing (October 6th 2015) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts Blurb: Something evil is going down in Atlanta…
Adrian Broussard and Greg Woodhall are attending OutlantaCon, Atlanta’s annual gay geek conference, and are looking forward to a weekend of cosplay and general nerdy fun. As they mingle with other conference goers, though, Adrian feels a strange, cold energy emanating from a man dressed as a satyr.
Encounters with storybook creatures roaming the streets only increase the chilly tendrils teasing Adrian’s sixth sense—strong enough to cause disturbing visions of Greg’s existence being erased.
When a girl at the conference goes missing, then turns up dead, clues literally drop in their laps as Adrian begins to fear the cold, alien energy is engulfing the whole city. And in danger of swallowing up his lover. To Adrian’s horror, his worst nightmare is realized.
Now both he and Greg must call on reserves of strength and resourcefulness they never knew they possessed to save Atlanta, and each other.
Review: Each book in the Mojo Mysteries collection features Adrian and Greg. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters from Bay City Paranormal Investigations also, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. In fact I would start with Bay City first because that is where you will meet our sexy men.
Our sexy duo is attending Outlanta Con conference for pretty much gay geeks. They get to dress up and have fun, plus some hot sex. What is better than that? Well until Adrian’s mojo hits. There is some strange things happening and boy they need to find out what.
Then a girl is murdered and the murderer is just a young man. A young man who has no idea of what the hell is going on. Adrian and Greg know he is innocent, and then Greg ends up in an alternate time. Wow things are going to heat up.
Adrian will do anything and everything to get his love back, including going there and bringing him back. He will have to deal with a creepy escalator and a freaky cop to get his man. Whereas poor Greg is just trying to keep alive from all of the strange creatures he is coming across.
I loved the warning that comes with this book which to me gives you more entertainment. It has weird critters, Hell-Lanta, regular Atlanta, creepy escalators, cosplay geeks, temples and mojo powers.
I had a blast reading this. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It gave me almost everything I could want in a book.
I would definitely recommend reading this story. Trust me it will keep you laughing, crying, loving and having fun.
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Title: Discovery Series: Drakyl Ranch, #1 Author: Thianna Durston Genre: Paranormal/ Mystery /Suspense Length: Novel (154 pages) Publisher: NQWYE Press (September 1st 2015) Heat Level: Explicit Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts Blurb:Drakyl Ranch is a multi-book series which is meant to be read in order.
Living in Montana and working the ranch is all Aaron wants to do for the rest of his life. Diagnosed as allergic to the sun thirteen years previous, every day is a struggle to get out of bed. Having to wear long-sleeved shirts, gloves, and even material to cover his face from the effects of the sun, just makes it all worse.
Now, in his thirty-second year, he is sure this will be his last summer. While he hates it, he knows he needs to come to terms with the truth and put things in order for his younger cousins. Before he does so, he heads out for one night of pleasure before facing what’s coming.
Jaret loves excitement and new adventures. For over five hundred years, he has sought them out. In Montana on a whim, he comes across someone he doesn’t expect, someone who makes him feel things he does not understand and does not want to give up. In no time at all, he feels like he cannot live without Aaron.
The only problem is Aaron doesn’t know who he is, what he is, nor that he isn’t going to die. Not on Jaret’s watch. With a plan to help the other man discover who he is in place, he only has one thing to worry about: whether an ancient enemy will come and destroy everything he now holds dear.
Warning: This book is a paranormal m/m romance with some horror elements. It also crosses cowboy and vampire genres. If you don’t think cowboys look hot with fangs, you’re missing out.
Review: Jaret is on the run from some evil Vampyre and lonely for more than a hookup. Aaron has a sun sickness and thinks he is dying, and worries about his young cousins since his Uncle that is raising them is in his 80’s and also dying. These two men meeting is life-changing for them both.
What could be better than vampires? Vampires and cowboys! Discovery is a very intriguing concept. I will warn you there are smelly rotting vampires not sparkly ones, and there is killing both humans and animals for food though it is done as humanely as possible.
Discovery is the set up for the new series, so we meet several characters. There is a bit of history of these Vampyre and Drakyl. There is friendship building and a lot of love and hot man-sex. My only issue was the younger men took this change and finding out what both Aaron their cousin and Jaret is much too calmly. There were no real questions, fear or conflict.
But the story was quite good. It was a fun, entertaining read, and I am ready for more!
If you like vampires, cowboys, mates and some hot man-sex, this is for you!
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Title: A Jinni’s Wish Series: N/A Author: B. Leslie Tirrell Genre: Mystery / Suspense / Fantasy / Paranormal Length: Novel (281 pages) Publisher: Loose Id LLC (June 1st 2015) Heat Level: Moderate Heart Rating: ♥♥♥ 3 Hearts Blurb: In the desert city, Al-Timini, humans and Mystics—magical beings—coexist peacefully…until humans begin to disappear. Suspecting evil in their own kind, Mystic detectives hire Ilyas Bashour, a lonely human scholar, hoping his keen mind can uncover answers where their own efforts have failed.
Namir is a jinni living in the city’s ancient library. Abused and degraded by his former master, he has abandoned hope of finding another who is kind and trustworthy—until Ilyas discovers him. To Namir’s surprise, his reluctant new master treats him as an equal. Soon their relationship takes on a sexual dimension. And not just that; the two of them begin falling in love.
Their combined talents are desperately needed when the Mystics are also threatened but their growing passion may endanger everyone, including themselves.
Review: An intriguing story about Mystic detectives who hire Ilyas Bashour a human scholar to try to figure out about the missing humans. On his journey he meets Namir, a Jinn. It broke my heart to read that Namir had been abused. I shuddered through that portion of the story as no one deserves that.
llyas seemed kind and tried his best to help Namir with what he had been through. I was unsure as to what era or time period this story took place so it was a little confusing at times but still really good. I loved the chemistry between Namir and llyas as it seemed they were brought together when they needed each other the most.
The story seemed to draw the reader into a mysterious world that has amazing creatures as well a mystery to solve. I was cheering for Namir and llyas all throughout as I so hoped they could be happy together despite Namir’s past abuse.
Although I wish some scenes had been expanded to make them longer it was still a fascinating read. The overall enjoyment was good. I will warn readers that it does talk about past abuse on Namir’s part so be forewarned.
Good read.
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Title: Fragmented Series: Shadow Mountain, #2 Author: Indra Vaughn Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense Length: Novel (266 pages) Publisher: Dreamspinner Press (June 17th 2015) Heat Level: Explicit Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts Blurb: The capture of the Tattoo Murderer has demanded a heavy price. Doctor Tobias Darwin is dead, Lieutenant Hart is back in Riverside licking his substantial wounds, and he needs to gather his courage and tell Isaac he made a mistake. Isaac will forgive him—he knows that—but he can’t promise Isaac an easy life. Being a cop comes with its own risks, after all.
When they finally reach the same wavelength, their idyllic reprieve is cut tragically short. Hart doesn’t know yet that Isaac is terminally ill, that he will take off to find the Phoenix to heal him as a last resort. This time, it will be Hart who pays the price.
In the meantime, a new killer roams the streets of Riverside. He kidnaps, tortures, and kills gay men in horrific ways, and he has the newly healed Isaac in his sights. Hart’s time is running out on every level.
Review: There was one line from a song that kept playing in my head while reading this masterpiece:
THE HEART WANTS WHAT IT WANTS BABY!
This couldn’t be more fitting for Isaac and this book.
I’ve been waiting for this book for centuries it seems. Yes I know I’m not known for my patience, and I also know it’s only really been a few months, but to me this wait felt never-ending. Was this book worth waiting for? Absolutely!!! This book has earned the 5 stars for brilliant, thoughtful writing.
Fated was more focused on the paranormal aspect than the relationship between Isaac and Hart, and after getting teased with a possible relationship between those two amazing characters, we were left with the feeling that fate has other plans in store for them.
Fragmented picks up where Fated left off and there’s more development and progress in the tentative relationship between Hart and Isaac. We get some AWE-worthy moments, and some hot, steaming sexy ones, and I can’t express how much I enjoyed Isaac and Hart together! Of course there were moments my inner perv was doing cartwheels, because the sex between Hart and Isaac definitely turns from sweet and emotional to filthy and hot at the drop of a dime.
I love it when we get the chemistry and emotional connection between characters without bypassing the filthy sex to make it all complete.
Although Fragmented is more focused on Isaac and Hart’s personal relationship, there’s plenty of mystery to keep you entertained. There are murders, and mysteries that Hart works on, and I thoroughly enjoyed that part of his life as well. There’s also plenty of heartbreak, because the price Isaac pays for his healing is a cruel one indeed.
I was fuming there for a while, especially when a new character is introduced; a hot young lawyer who Hart meets while investigating a series of murders, and there’s so much attraction there, that it made me fear a new love interest when things between Isaac and Hart were put on hold. There is no cheating, so rest assured Hart and Isaac don’t do anything they’re not supposed to. Ummm, well…let me rephrase that. They’re not doing anything they’re not supposed to with anybody else, because there’s this steamy scene in a movie theater that even Isaac admits Hart should be arresting himself for. It’s hot people, really hot!
This was an amazing book, and I can see where this story is going. There are enough hints to figure out what/who Isaac has become, and I’m left once again squirming to read the next part. So now I officially start my next few centuries of waiting for book #3. *pout*
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Title: A Cobra’s Charm
Title: More Fish In The Sea
Title: Holy Cow!
Title: Wrong Way
Taylor Law is a northern born, southern girl, with a free spirit. Taylor has lived in the southern United States most of her life, along with her huge family. She started writing at a very young age; her first poem at six, her first song at seven, and stories followed directly after. She hasn’t stopped since.
Title: The Case of the Thwarted Lovers, 2nd edition
Title: Druids Lodge
Title: An Eerie Garden Party
Title: 30 Pieces of Bloody Silver
Title: A Marked Man
Title: A Trilling Moment
Title: Relentless
Title: Biker’s Run
Title: Predator and Prey
Title: Quentin Heart, Vampire Bounty Hunter
Title: Darkness Threatening
Title: Hell & High Water
Title: Myth Adventures
Title: Discovery
Title: A Jinni’s Wish
Title: Fragmented