The Pearl Necklace by Shea Balik

Title: The Pearl Necklace

Series: Cedar Falls #14

Author: Shea Balik

Genre: Erotic Romance, Contemporary

Length: Novella (139 Pages)

Publisher: Siren Publishing (August 17, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.5 Hearts

Blurb: Welcome to Cedar Falls, a small North Carolina town nestled amongst the Smokey Mountains. Where the people are friendly and the men are hot.

Brent Samuels has always denied he was gay for fear of losing his family. He was even willing to marry a woman he despised to keep his mother happy. But when he meets a man who stirs the desire inside of him that he’d tried to keep hidden, Brent isn’t sure he can go through with the wedding.

The moment Kaden Daniel met Brent, images of Brent on his knees submitting to Kaden began to flash in his mind. There was something within Brent that called to Kaden. After he got to know Brent, he knew how lost Brent was. But Kaden wasn’t about to back down. After all, he loved a challenge.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-443-0

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/the-pearl-necklace

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in Cedar Falls 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 came across this amazing author when she published the first book in this series and I knew right off the bat that she was going to be a favorite of mine. Her stories have a mixture of serious and funny tones to it, that keep me on my toes. I love the humor that is flowing through this. I also love the mixture of characters, especially Jesse. These stories always catch my attention from the moment I start reading and keep it all the way to the end.

Kaden is a Dominate and wants to give a special man his love. After a tragic time in San Francisco, he is a bit leery of going all out Dom on someone. That changes when Brent walks in looking at engagement rings for his girlfriend. He notices right off the bat Brent is not happy at all. One night changes all that until the woman tells Brent some strange news. It is going to take all of the guys to help get Brent out of this situation. However it is going to take Kaden to show Brent that it is ok to submit to someone who loves him.

Brent has always dated women, something his mother wanted so he thought. However his big secret was the fact that he was gay. He has always done what everyone else wanted no matter what, and he hated it. So when Kaden kissed him, his world started to change. He just did not have any clue how to tell his family. He had decided to end it with Savannah, until she drops the bomb. Now he was in need of some help from his friends and his love.

I must admit that this one came off a bit different than the others. It felt like it was rushed to get to the ending and Brent’s attitude was just not what I had expected. I felt a little let down through most of the story. However I still enjoyed it quite a lot and can’t wait to see what the next book will give me.

Kade by Lynn Hagen

Title: Kade

Series: The Remus Brothers 03

Author: Lynn Hagen

Genre: Erotic Romance, Paranormal

Length: Novella (111 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Inc. (August 22, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.5 Hearts

Blurb: When Demarco discovers that Kade Remus is his mate, it is not a happy moment. He has fought his entire life against his omega status, a status that his brother has tried to shove down Demarco’s throat. Demarco is sick of trying to live his life the way everyone expects him to. He feels conflicted and doesn’t know which way to turn.

Kade agrees to give Demarco the space and time the wolf-shifter needs, but when trouble finds the little omega, Kade puts his foot down. Unfortunately, that only pushes Demarco away. Kade decides that time alone with his mate is what they both need. He takes Demarco to a cabin in an attempt to convince Demarco that being an omega doesn’t mean the wolf has to give up who he is. But trouble follows them, and both their lives are in danger when a Hunter tracks them down.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-446-1

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/kade

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in The Remus Brothers collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. In fact I would recommend reading the very first series that leads you to this one. Brac Pack is branched off into several other series that will lead you to this one.

I came across Lynn Hagen when she wrote her very first book for the Brac Pack series and never looked back. You will meet a group of alpha’s that want the love of their mates. They live many centuries and their mates make their lives better and a bit interesting. Most of the time they have their serious tones but there is quite a bit of humor mixed in with them that make them even more fascinating for me. Each story will have danger, excitement, adventure, and a touch of kink to them that will keep your attention the whole time, like it does for me.

Demarco is an omega who has found his mate. The problem is he had always told that omegas are supposed to be shy and obedient, which he is no. He is strong, stubborn and independent. He doesn’t want to be controlled and told what to do. He thinks that Kade will be like that. To top it off there is others out there that want him bad and it is up to his mate to keep him safe.

Kade is a strong wolf but doesn’t want Demarco the way Demarco thinks. He likes his mate the way his is, with a feisty attitude and stubborn as all get out. Now all he has to do is to get the man to see that. However with danger floating around looking for his mate, he is going to protect his mate with all he has, even if it means putting his foot down. Now if only Demarco will trust him.

I love how Lynn doesn’t let the guys become too much alpha for their mates, making their heart bleed when they are hurt and for kicking their own asses when they hurt their mates. I have always enjoyed reading one of Lynn Hagen’s stories and I can see that it will not change in the future. I also loved how these men will go to the extremes to get the ones the love back.

Murphy's Law by Jools Louise

Title: Murphy’s Law

Series: Two Spirits Ranch 06

Author: Jools Louise

Genre: Paranormal, Shape-shifter

Length: Novella (132pgs)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (9^th June 2016)

Heat Level: Sextreme

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Murphy and Aiden’s passion for each other is explosive, and they’ve been dancing around a commitment for a couple of years.

Murphy has a secret past, and hides a dark side that even his closest friends are unaware of. He knows he’s in love with Aiden, but will Aiden love him once he learns the ugly truth?

They are sent out to locate a hidden facility, operated by a vicious cult, and discover far more than they bargained for.

Two Spirit Ranch has become a refuge for those who fear the cult, shifters who have lost loved ones or who just want to live in safety. The shifter world is about to be made public, something the cult fears, as it will expose their dirty little secret.

As the cult loses its power, it drops one last bombshell—something that will have far-reaching consequences, and leave the Two Spirit crew reeling.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-306-8

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/two-spirit-ranch-murphys-law

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Another fantastic addition to the Two Spirits series as everything comes to an epic countdown. I was truly impressed with both Aidan and Murphy and all they have been through and survived.

There was a twist at the end that I never saw coming and it took me by surprise. I love this series so much as it’s more than romance. It has adventure, mystery, suspense and action all rolled into one. I am so looking forward to reading the next book.

Fantastic read. Highly recommended.

The Tracker's Destiny Finds Him Again by Bellann Summer

Title: The Tracker’s Destiny Finds Him Again

Series: Rescue for Hire West 06

Author: Bellann Summer

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Contemporary, Interracial

Length: Novella (123 Pages)

Publisher: Siren – Bookstrand Publishing (July 12, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: At eighteen, Rhys Kent ran away from the circus and joined the Army. The night before his bus left for basic training, he met the man of his dreams, fell in love, and had sex for the first time. But by the next morning, he had also been dumped by Joe Beck.

Ten years later, their paths collide at Rescue for Hire West, and Rhys wants nothing to do with the man who broke his young, tender, heart. But in life, it’s the little gestures of love that matter most to Rhys, and it turns out Joe excels at the little things.

At nineteen, Joe Beck had the right intentions, but handled the whole Rhys situation all wrong. Ten years later, life has given him a second chance at love, but will Rhys? The road to happily ever after is paved with candy kisses, jelly beans, milk duds, old dogs, old people, heartache, forgiveness, and this little red sex toy…

ISBN: 978-1-68295-384-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/the-trackers-destiny-finds-him-again

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Rescue For Hire West collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. To get a better look at them, I would suggest reading Rescue For Hire first. There you will meet the original characters and learn how the west was born.

I came across Rescue for Hire not too long ago and can honestly say that they are probably one of my favorite series to read. So when I saw that Bellann was writing a new one that was connected I had to jump on it. Rescue for Hire West has definitely been a hit for me. Not only because they have the past military history, so you know that these men are strong, but they also have the heart. There is always danger mixed into the love story which to me makes for a better story. I also love the fact that once they are on the team the become family and those that they fall in love with automatically become family also. They will protect their family with every bit of power that they have.

This book just grabs your attention from the moment you start reading and keeps it there till you have read every word. Hell my attention is caught by the cover right off the bat. They will also have you laughing at parts of the story.

Most people run to join the circus, but Rhys ran away from it. He was eighteen and wanted to join the Army and his grandfather refused. With the help of his cousin and a sexy stranger, he managed to get away. One magical night with that stranger and then to be abandoned the next morning left Rhys in a bitter mood. Now ten years later, he is face to face with that stranger. And damn if Joe didn’t remind him of that special night.

Joe was nineteen and knew that they were going end up going in separate directions. Rhys was joining the Army whereas Joe was going to be a seal. He had known love happened fast, but his life was going to mean something. Now ten years later and he was going to be working for Rescue For Hire West, and with the man he had fallen in love with so long ago. Now all he had to do is to get Rhys to forgive him.

This book gave me everything I could ask for in a story and so much more. I just wished that there were more to read, I absolutely hate having to wait for the next story. **Hint Hint for Bellann, come on girly give me another book to read.** I loved this one and cannot wait for the next amazing story. I can honestly tell you that this is going to be one of those types of series, one that I will have to read over and over. I love the way all the feelings they felt was involved in this story. It was the perfect story for me and I loved it.

When Bellann puts out a book I am usually there to eat them up. Trust me it will keep you laughing, crying, loving and having fun.

Basil by Stormy Glenn & Bellann Summer

Title: Basil

Series: Battle Bunnies #5

Author: Stormy Glenn & Bellann Summer

Genre: Erotic Romance, Paranormal

Length: Novella (138 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (August 23, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: They know a thousand ways to kill…and zero ways to love.

Basil is the last unmated Battle Bunny, but there’s a reason. The tiger stalking him is his mate, and Basil has known it for years. He also knows that Theo sold them to the pet store where their nightmare began. As strong as the mate draw is, Basil doesn’t know if he can trust the handsome tiger.

Theodore Staffer’s life has been a nightmare since the day Basil was born. He knew from the very beginning that Basil was his mate. After his father ordered the bunnies put to death, Theo took them away, unknowingly selling them to someone who would betray them all. Since then, Theo’s life has been one nightmare after another as he tries to stay strong and find a way to be with his mate once more.

When the two men come together, they set off a series of events that leads to an epic fight that even the Battle Bunnies may not survive. Secrets will be revealed that rock the very foundation of their world. Betrayal comes from all directions, and only by staying true to themselves and the bonds they have with their mates can they hope to survive.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-492-8

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/basil

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Battle Bunnies 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 read many stories over the years both contemporary and paranormal, but I must say that I think paranormal stories will always be my favorite. And with favorite stories, you have favorite authors that will entertain you and keep you begging for more. I came across both of these authors when they started publishing their stories and they have made a way onto my list of favorite authors. So when I found out that they were going to write together, let’s just say I was stoked.

The worlds in this story and the previous are unique and very detailed. They keep your attention throughout the whole book. There is a serious tone to it, but let’s face it when you add a duck to a bunny family things get to be very interesting. I also love the fact that they can get pregnant. There are a different group of paranormals in these books that will have you in heaven the whole time.

Basil is the last of his brothers to find love. He found love some time ago, but his mate had betrayed him. He had sold his brothers and himself to a pet store, who in turn sold them to the lab so long ago. Now they had gotten free and rescued many others from the same pain that they went through. However Basil would soon find out that his mate had been hiding a big secret from them all.

Theo was a tiger shifter and was stalking his little mate. He knew that time was running out. He had done what he had done, hoping to save his mate and his mate family. However he had found out that he had been wrong. His father was true evil and had wanted the bunnies to be put to death, which was why he sold them to save them. He now fought to save them all. It was going to be one fight they would never forget.

This is an action pact and danger filled story where love finds away. I can honestly say that if you have not read the other books then the beginning gets a bit hard to follow with the different people talk in this story. However you will find that it works perfect in the end.

I enjoyed reading this story and look forward to reading many more stories written by these two authors. I do hope that this will not be the last we hear from these sexy men.

Barclay by Bellann Summer & Stormy Glenn

Title: Barclay

Series: Battle Bunnies 04

Author: Bellann Summer, Stormy Glenn

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Paranormal

Length: Novella (130 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Inc. (July 5, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: They know a thousand ways to kill…and zero ways to love.

With the scientist’s evil slowly killing him, Barclay knows he has a limited amount of time to complete his plans. Only his sweet duck keeps Barclay sane and in control of the Battle Bunnies. When he discovers his third mate, the world as Barclay knows it turns on its axis. But is it too late?

Elliot stayed in duck form to please Barclay. Now Barclay is on death’s door and their mate, Tavarus, is demanding Elliot help bring him back to the land of the living. But is it too late?

Tavarus knows that trying to deny a mating is futile. It’s time to show Barclay and Elliot the error of their ways. In this mating, Tavarus is the one in charge, and he is more than ready to handle a feisty duck and show his bunny how indestructible a true mating can be. For Tavarus, it’s never too late to find love.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-433-1

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/barclay

Reviewer: Lisa

I have read many books over the years paranormal and contemporary; I have loved many series and authors. However over time I start to lose interest in them whether it is from the change in writings to the wait time for a book from a certain series but this is one series I can guarantee that will never lose my attention.

Bellann and Stormy’s stories have a serious tone to them, but with some of the characters you can guarantee a good laugh during it. This story is fully developed and detailed, that it feels like you are right there with them. The world that has been created is a dangerous world for the paranormal, but they will protect each other no matter what.

While in captivity Barclay had been aware that for some reason the doctor loved to torture him even more than his brothers. He had even put a deadly capsule inside of him to see how long it would take to kill him. As time when by he knew he was dying and was afraid for his mates. His sweet little duck, whom he never let shift, had kept him from going crazy. Barclay wanted his brothers to find their mates so that they would never be alone. He also knew that he wanted his duck to have that too. If he mated with the duck or their other mate they would die, so he did what he could to help Elliot find another.

Travarus is a strong shifter and very dominate. When he was rescued and found out that he had two mates he was going to bind them together. That is until Clay said no. Elliot and Travarus had to show their mate death was not an option.

There is some kinky sexy in this one, well what does one expect when there are three sexy mates. This one actually made me tear up a bit, but the ending was perfect. I always get a kick out of these stories and cannot wait till the next one comes out. They are the perfect length for me and I absolutely love these guys.

This story rocked, but then I had no doubt that it wouldn’t. Trust me you guys have got to read these books.

Heart of the Mountain by Stormy Glenn

Title: Heart of a Mountain

Series: Cade Creek 12

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Contemporary

Length: Novella (99pgs)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (August 11, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: John Aldrin Flores came to Cade Creek hoping to build a new life outside of the city. After landing a job at the Cade Creek Diner, Aldrin has a chance to meet many of the townspeople, but the one that interests him the most is the one that doesn’t say anything. Determined to bring the gorgeous man out of his shell, Aldrin sets about showing Jonah Cade that there is life off his mountain top.

Jonah Cade’s family founded Cade Creek. There is a legacy there he’s not sure he can fulfill. After losing every member of his family in a horrific accident the same week he suffers the horrors of war at its worst, Jonah cracks. Moving to the top of his mountain and becoming a recluse is an act of pure self-preservation.

At the behest of his therapist, he goes into town once a week for church, supplies, and to have the Sunday special at the Cade Creek Diner. When his dinner comes with a kind word and a smile, Jonah starts to look outside his self-imposed exile, but will the danger stalking them tear them apart before Aldrin’s smile wins Jonah over? And can Jonah learn to trust in people again before he loses Aldrin forever.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-451-5

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/heart-of-a-mountain

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Cade Creek 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.

Every once in a while you find an author that can give you a story that you could lose yourself into, and Stormy is that author for me. The world she creates are unique, enticing and downright drool worthy. I love how the characters not only stand up for those they love but they don’t back down when someone is in trouble. They have a serious tone to them but there is just a hint of humor to make them perfect for me.

Aldrin has finally moved to Cade Creek. He even has a job at the local diner and loving it. He has his eye on one sexy man who comes in. However Trudy has already warned him that Jonah is not an easy person. He is in fact very grumpy and not very nice to people. However that doesn’t stop Aldrin from going after the man and making him smile.

Jonah’s grandfather founded Cade Creek and growing up he was not a happy camper. He gave his family hell and even joined the military to get away. Then tragedy struck and it was his stubborn father that had told him to come home, the first time. Then something even worse happened, he was injured while at war, and on the same week he lost his entire family to a car accident. He broke down and hid out on his mountain top. His therapist suggested going to a few places at least once a week and one of his favorites was going to have Sunday dinner at the diner. He just had not expected to find a man that might make him want to live again. Too bad someone out there wanted them dead.

This author’s stories not only draw you in but keeps you there. She gives you hot sex, lots of love and tenderness, mixed in with excitement, adventure and lots of dangerous situations
The characters are beautifully written with big hearts, however if you cross them, they have no problem putting you down. To me there is nothing better than a good romance.

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. When Stormy puts out a book I am usually there to eat them up.

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

Hot & Sexy by Leah Blake

Title: Hot and Sexy

Series: Love Your Dragon #3

Author: Leah Blake

Genre: Gay Erotic Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal

Length: Novella

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (June 30, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4.5 Hearts

Blurb: Tyrus discovers his mate is Dante, one of four Hynesin heirs. Unfortunately, their first encounter is anything but promising. With Dante the top suspect in the abduction of his close friend, Tyrus finds himself waging war between his loyalty to his friends and the growing desires that consume him in Dante’s presence.

Dante has issues with authority. Losing his initial confrontation to Zhett, captain of the Dalistine, and finding himself prisoner on his grandfather’s ship, Dante has a deep chip on his shoulder. Yet, he is willing to forgo his grudge in order to earn Tyrus’s trust, and claim the sexy, tech-savvy man as his mate.

When Dante’s oldest brother lands in the hands of a dangerous enemy, Dante resorts to betraying Tyrus in order to save his brother. Can Tyrus forgive his mate for the pain he caused and rise above the secret of his past? Or will he sever their mating bond once and for all?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-368-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/hot-and-sexy

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Love Your Dragon 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 had not had the pleasure of reading any of Leah’s books until today, when I was given this series. I am not normally one that will start reading an author’s work that I have not heard of right off the bat. However, for some reason the series name was what caught my attention. I can honestly say that I am very glad to have started reading it.

The characters were a blast to read about, so damn feisty. I love alphas and omegas, but there is something about one who is neither. One whose life had been thrown for a loop when they were younger. As with Tyrus, who had lost his family at a young age, he is the one that calls to me.

Tyrus and his friends were sent to Earth to bring back the heirs to the throne. He and his friends had not expected the men to be so damn stubborn and feisty that is for sure. His little mate is trouble with a capital T. He has trust issues that might just cost him Tyrus. With Dante being the top suspect in the kidnapping of their team mate, he is in a bit of a pickle. Tyrus knows that with his past, the loss of his mate would tear him apart, he just needs the ass to see that.

Dante doesn’t trust anyone but his brothers. He also doesn’t like to be bossed around and will kick anyone’s ass who tries. However his next stupid move might just cost him it all. Then the doctor tells them the next shocker.

I enjoyed reading this story and cannot wait to get my hands on the next book. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. There is a bit of confusion in this book, as with the others though. It can be just a bit hard to follow with the mixture of characters and keeping them apart. Also there are questions that the story doesn’t answer, but it doesn’t really take away from the story itself for me.

I had a blast reading it and can’t wait to read the next book.

Prisoner of the Alpha by Marcy Jacks

Title: Prisoner of the Alpha

Series: New Luna Werewolves, #3

Author: Marcy Jacks

Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 120 pages

Publisher: Siren-BookStrand, Inc. (May 20, 2016)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Renoir Delacroix is a forensic photographer working for the Dallas County Police. He’s well off the beaten track when he snaps a photo of something big and monstrous out in the woods. When it grabs him, he thinks he’s a dead man until it changes into the most brutally handsome man he’s ever seen, even with the burn scars.

Calvin tries to explain himself while Renny is tied to a bed. Something about being mated and never wanting to hurt him? Not that Renny cares since his body is so hot and flustered that Renny is willing to overlook the strangeness of having amazing sex with a man he’s just met—a man who can shift into a wolf.

What’s not so amazing is the hunters who are after both of them, and when Calvin rushes off to rescue a friend, leaving Renny alone and vulnerable, he might not make it back before someone comes to take Renny’s life.

ISBN: 9781682952146

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/prisoner-of-the-Alpha

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: The third book in the New Luna werewolves picks up where the second leaves off. Calvin finds his mate crime scene photographer Renoir in danger after he talks to hunters. In an attempt to keep him safe after he witnesses him changing he kidnaps him.

I personally thought he should have explained the situation better at first so Renoir would not have been terrified out of his mind. Calvin seemed to struggle internally at times with his new status as Alpha since the barn incident.

I was glad when he finally came to grips with it and did his best to protect his mate at all costs. Another fantastic addition to the series that has you on the edge of your seat awaiting the outcome.

Highly recommended.

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

Beaumont by Stormy Glenn and Bellann Summer

Title: Beaumont

Series: Battle Bunnies, #3

Author: Stormy Glenn and Bellann Summer

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Length: 143 pages

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (May 31, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts

Blurb: They know a thousand ways to kill…and zero ways to love.

The middle bunny of five, Beaumont has grown used to going unnoticed. He’s not a leader like Barclay or Basil, he’s not blind like Bailey, and he’s not snarky like Baxter. He’s invisible. He dreams of finding a mate that truly sees him. When a stranger with piercing black eyes arrives at the mansion, his world is turned upside down, and Beau has to decide if being seen is all he dreamed it would be.

Prince Dario Montella never dreamed he would find his one and only in his family home, but one look and he knows he has found the center of his universe. But Beau comes with a lot of baggage, not to mention an interfering older brother and an obsessive need to take risks with his life.

Finding common ground won’t be easy for a prince used to ruling his coven, especially when making his mate happy is harder than letting him walk into danger. It means seeing Beau for the treasure he truly is.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-343-3

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/beaumont

Reviewer: Lisa

I love how unique this series is compared to many others that you read about. In most of them, paranormal romances one is always used to wolves and big felines being the heroes of the world, but in this new series it is the bunnies that are the true hero’s. This series is a new fresh idea that is positively amazing. I love the serious tone that it has mixed in with quite a bit of humor in it. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end.

When I saw the series title I knew it was going to be one that I needed to read. It was topped off with the names of the authors. Bellann and Stormy are two of my favorite authors and are usually ones that I will be buying automatically so I knew that this was going to be a top story for me. I was not disappointed at all.

Beau is a battle bunny that feels like he is just not there. For him it is like everyone just passes him by and never notices he is there. Except for a vampire prince, who has his eye on him. Dario has found his mate, and is bound to get him to see that they are better together.

Now I felt like there was something off about this story. It came off a bit more rushed than normally would. Also it focused more on everyone else instead of the two men it was about. I felt like I was missing something major that is never mentioned. Although I am interested in the next story more, I hate to say it but Clay is not looking good to me.

I don’t know what is going on with this series, but I hope the next one is better told.

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

Bloodlust by Suzi Slade

Title: Bloodlust

Series: The Departed, # 1

Author: Suzi Slade

Genre: Paranormal/Vampires/Historical

Length: 101 pages

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand (21 Nov 2015)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts

Blurb: The year is 1944 and war has ravaged most of the world, but Cassander Ribault is young, handsome and rich. He has everything he wants except for a companion. Every time the vampire has attempted to create a progeny, they have died in screaming pain. That is until he finds Henry Bathory.

Henry was shipped off to fight six years ago and has been living in the trenches ever since. After a brutal battle in Normandy, he is sure it is the end for him. Cue Cassander with an offer he can’t refuse.

However, things for Cas are never smooth. His creator wants blood and he’ll stop at nothing to get it. Sebastien made him and he is damned sure he can break him. Does Henry have it in him to find Cassander, fight an ancient vampire, and admit his true feelings towards his maker? Or will he run away from it like he’s used to doing?

ISBN: 9781632599032

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/bloodlust

Reviewer: Prime

Review: Bloodlust is the first book in Suzi Slade’s The Departed series, although I am unsure when the next book in the series is coming out. I’ve read both historical and paranormal romance by Slade and both times quite enjoyed what I read. However, this time we get to see the historical mix with the vampire side of paranormal and I think that this is a rather pleasing result.

Henry Bathory is a young soldier who has been left dying on the war-torn battlefield of Normandy. Wishing for the end, he is frightened when a very human-looking creature approaches him as he dies. This is the vampire Cassander and knowing that he cannot drink blood without killing his prey (something unique to him for reasons he does not know why) he still tries to turn Henry so that his eternity will not be such a lonely one.

As Henry gets to know more and more about the new world he has been turned into, he discovers a few curious truths about he and his maker. However, it is the danger caused by his power-hungry grandsire (if that makes sense), Sebastien, that he discovers the full extent of these truths of vampire powers. It is also through the terror caused by Sebastien he discovers that eternity is probably not so bad with Cassander by his side.

This is a really fun book that just happens to be set in WWII Europe. If anything I think it would have been nice to utilize WWII more than it had been in the book so that you get a better feel for the world at that time. But anyone into vampires will get some level of enjoyment out of this book. Henry brings the humanity to the vampires and is very good for Cassander.

I am not sure what any sequels will bring to this world but one thing is for certain, I am more than a little bit interested to find out what happens next!

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

Protected by the Alpha by Marcy Jacks

Title: Protected by the Alpha

Series: The Night Forest Pack, #1

Author: Marcy Jacks

Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 120 pages

Publisher: Siren-BookStrand, Inc. (March 19, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Dylan has finally run away from an abusive pack, and from the Alpha that wants to force him to be his mate. Running with a limp is slowing him down, however, and there’s another wolf shifter out there in the woods that makes Dylan’s knees weak, and makes him want to stop running. He doesn’t care if this is just another Alpha that wants to use him for his own selfish purposes. So long as he can be near this Alpha he will feel safe, and everything will be fine.

Galen McDaniels can’t believe his luck. This isn’t just any Omega. It’s one of the rare few who can give Alpha pups to whoever mates with him. It’s obvious by the wolf ears and tail, and Galen feels a lust so strong that he knows he will take this Omega as his mate.

First, he must protect Dylan from the bastard Alpha who gave him that limp.

ISBN: 9781682951057

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/protected-by-the-Alpha

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: It seemed in this book that at first Galen, Alpha wolf, was doing exactly as the Alpha in Dylan’s old pack did. Only wanting Dylan, an Omega wolf, because he can bear pups. I was glad that he wasn’t a bad guy after all and protected Dylan with everything he had, considering all Dylan had been through.

Dylan was sweet and I was appalled at the way he was treated in his old pack. I was happy he found his place away from the abuse and was given a chance to heal and just live without fear. Fast-paced and emotional, this book packs a punch.

I really enjoyed the beginning of this series and looking forward to the next book hopefully about Zayne and Peter.

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

Butterfly Effection by Cree Storm

Title: Butterfly Effection

Series: Capulet, #5

Author: Cree Storm

Genre: Paranormal Romance/ MMM Ménage a Trois

Length: 85 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 20, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Lika feels he has bitten off more than he can chew, when Damien, Noah, and Seth talk him into taking them into Cantatis Saltus without their mates. They want to prove they are not weak, pathetic humans by obtaining the next log book… but at what price?

When Jair and Terrin drop from the sky claiming Lika is their mate and that he needs to stop the foolishness and return with them, Lika gets pissed… and that is never a good thing.

Learning the most powerful Magician, Cier, is in Cantatis Saltus, Jair and Terrin know that this task has just passed dangerous and entered into life threatening.

Can the three men find common ground, work together and find the book before Cier turns up and kills them for even attempting to obtain something she deems as hers and hers alone. Will Lika accept his mates help, or will this little man do what he always does… go it alone and risk everything?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-172-9

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/butterfly-effection

Reviewer: Lisa

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.

The Alpha’s of the team are about to find out what happens when they piss off their little mates. Lika, Damien, Noah and Seth want to prove to their mates that they are not weak, so they set out to find the next book. On the way they find themselves in a bit of trouble, however it would seem that their mates are about to spank their asses once more.

Jair and Terrin find out that they have the mating touch, while Terrin also realizes that Lika is their mate. The thing is Like is definitely not weak, it would seem his powers are coming in and things are about to become interesting.

I absolutely love Noah.

I enjoyed reading this book and can’t wait to get my hands on the next story. This is one series I would definitely recommend.

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

A Possessive Alpha by Marcy Jacks

Title: A Possessive Alpha

Series: New Luna Werewolves, # 1

Author: Marcy Jacks

Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 122 pages

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (April 22^nd, 2016)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Ash Grantz is on the run from an abusive boyfriend. Short on cash, he stops for a few days to earn some money to buy his way to Dallas where he can hide forever, but when Harris catches up with him, he can’t outrun him, or a bullet.

Dakota is an Alpha Luna werewolf, a powerful creature able to shift into a monster of a wolf, and his breed is the terror of other shifters. When he catches a scent that calls to him on the most primal level, he can’t ignore it, and he’s barely in time to save Ash’s life.

Dakota had to change Ash to save him, and after losing one mate, he never wants the pain of losing another. But Ash is a former human, and after running from his ex, being around a possessive Alpha will only push him away, putting them both, and their fragile love, in danger of ending before it can begin.

ISBN: 9781682951576

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/a-possessive-Alpha

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Loved this story. Luna Werewolf Alpha Dakota just barely saves his mate Ash from certain death at the hands of Ash’ ex. But what follows is a crash course in all things shifters for Ash. Finding out about Dakota’ past is stunning.

Dakota is possessive but at the same time knows he has to give Ash some leeway or risk losing him. Great story with drama, action and a heartbreaking scene at the end that had me in tears at the cruelty that was done.

Very much looking to the continuation of this series.

Highly recommended.

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

On the Hunt by Lexie Davis

Title: On the Hunt

Series: Shifters of North Point, #2

Author: Lexie Davis

Genre: Paranormal/Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 81 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand (April 27, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts

Blurb: August Rinehard took his job as a soldier in the shifter’s rebel army seriously. This lone wolf had a simple mission: find India and get her back. Their beloved leader’s sister has been targeted by the humans and if they get her, the world could delve into utter chaos. However, along the way, he finds a hurt wolf, Kory, a shifter that was subjected to the human’s entrapment and torture.

The two hit it off immediately and the passion between them sizzles. But the lone wolf doesn’t want a relationship, or worse, mate. While they search for their leader’s beloved sister, the pull of the moon is nearly unbearable. A quick romp in the sack leads to the beginning of the bonding phase that neither of them can deny. Can these two loners find a happy life together?

Or will their bond be the end of them both?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-184-2

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/on-the-hunt

Reviewer: Lisa

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

This book actually has a dark tone to it. There is very little humor, which is if you can find it and for me that was a negative. I want my stories to have a bit of humor in them and this one didn’t have it. I wasn’t so sure if I actually wanted to finish this book or not, but it has a great story line that will keep your attention that is for sure.

August is one hell of a soldier for the shifter’s rebel army. He is tough, loyal and downright mean some times. He finds a human chained to the wall and a wolf stuck in a trap. The human could die for all he cares, but the wolf was unlike any wolf he had ever seen. The human turned out to be none other than one of the scientist who experimented on wolves. He was also Gregory’s son. They wanted Gregory dead right along with his partner.

Kory had been one of the experimented on wolves and he was stronger than any ever born. He wants paybacks for what had been done to him and it meant trusting August. Then a quick sexy time, ended up starting a bond with the man. Things were going to get real interesting real fast. Too bad they had to deal with Jeffery and his experiments.

I did enjoy reading this but there was something missing to truly enjoy. I hope that the next one has a bit of humor in it.

I guess I will wait and see what book three has in it.

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

Silk Room by Lynn Hagen

Name: Silk Room

Series: Brac Pack Next Gen, #8

Author: Lynn Hagen

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Length: 177 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 25, 2016)

Heat Rating: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Paden’s life couldn’t be any more complicated if he tried. Michaya is his mate. The problem is, the man is a vampire. Not that Paden cares, but the king of fairies enforces strict laws, and Paden will pay a hefty price if he gives in to his desires and allows Michaya to claim him.

Michaya is relentless when it comes to the pocket-sized fairy. Paden is his, and the cold shoulder treatment has gone on far too long. But when a contract falls into his lap, Michaya is torn between pursuing his mate and taking down a malicious drug lord.

When Ricardo Delgado becomes Michaya’s target, the drug lord has a few tricks of his own, and those tricks involve Paden. Not only does Paden have to dodge King Oberon, but Michaya has to stop his mate from becoming Delgado’s next victim.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-163-7

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/silk-room

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Brac Pack Next Gen series features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. This series is in fact a branch off of multiple series so I would start with Brac Pack first. The connected series include Brac Pack, Brac Village, Christian’s Coven, Zeus’s Pack, Demon Warriors and Shadow Tribe.

Paden is a fairy and his mate is a vampire. Fairy law makes it impossible to mate someone who is not fairy. He tries to run from it but when he gets his sexy little ass in trouble it is his mate that saves him. But damn does he give a good effort in staying away.

Michaya is one of the twin’s son, and has the gift of being able to get his sexy mate pregnant, which was a bonus. He is also Christian’s nephew as well so he has the back up when things go wrong, and things do in fact go wrong. So hot damn, we get to see the old guys showing up, not that they will ever look old.

Paden has become a favorite character after reading about this. I loved the whole pregnancy also. He doesn’t let anything get to him, and that includes his mate. He is as feisty as they come and is a spit fire mate.

I enjoyed reading this story and can’t wait to get my hands on the next book. I had so much fun in fact that I would definitely not only recommend it, but I will read it again.

Way to go Lynn Hagen for giving me an awesome read.

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

Seeing Is Believing by Stormy Glenn

Name: Seeing Is Believing

Series: True Blood Mates #6

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 90 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Inc. (April 21, 2016)

Heat Rating: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: “I need you, Ian” … Those words haunt Ian Kline, mostly because he has no idea who whispered them. Ian has been dreaming about him for weeks. Each night the dreams grow stronger, more alluring, and yet Ian can never quite see his lover’s face…until someone arrives to challenge Ian for leadership of his coven.

Billy spent the majority of his life as the pet of a coven leader. At night, he entered a fantasy world where his mate kept him safe from the horrors of his daily life. When his master challenges Ian Kline for leadership of his coven, Billy knows his duty and attacks, but it’s a death offense to interfere in a challenge and that’s exactly what Billy does when he kills the man who had held him prisoner for nearly twenty years

Recognizing that mating bond between them, Ian acts to bind them together and save his mate from execution. Keeping Billy out of trouble quickly becomes a full-time job when someone from Billy’s past tries to break that bond. With misunderstandings and a new threat around every corner, Ian and Billy have their hands full just trying to hold on to each other.

Staying alive might be impossible.

ISBN: 978-1-61034-078-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/seeing-is-believing

Reviewer: Lisa

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

Now I must admit that I read this several times when it first came out, but when I saw that one of the books had been re-edited I had to read them again.

Ian has been having the same dream for several weeks. He has fallen in love with his dream man. On the day he was to be crowned, he finds out that his sexy dream is alive. Billy has been held prisoner to a sick ass hat, since he was a child. When he realized the man and coven they were going to kill was Ian, he did the only thing he could think of.

He killed his master.

Ian binds Billy to him to keep him from getting executed, but to their shock it turns out that Billy had been one of the kids sold. The problem was someone was still trying to kill him and take Billy back. He will do everything to protect his mate.

I enjoyed reading this book and as soon as I finish this little paragraph I am going to get started on the next story. Stormy has turned into one of my favorite authors, always keeping me satisfied with her stories.

This has been a great read.

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

Mated by Chance by Jane Perky

Title: Mated by Chance

Series: Blue Moon Wolves, #1

Author: Jane Perky

Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves/M-preg

Length: 66 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 2, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Pack Alpha Hayden Keys has always had a weakness for a cutie with a killer smile. After years of disappointment and heartbreak, Hayden learned to fulfill his needs and urges from random hook-ups in gay bars. Little does he know a snarky out-of-town Omega is about to rock his world.

Pregnant with his abuser’s pup, Conner O’Brien is on the run from his ex and cronies. The little town of Blue Moon, populated by a local pack of werewolves, is as good a place as any to take refuge. Conner plans to lay low for a while, before moving on. Meeting a persistent Alpha was not in his plans. The more he tries to shake off Hayden, the more the Alpha becomes fired up. Sooner or later, Conner suspects he’ll have trouble trying to ignore the heat threatening to explode between them.

The worst part is—Conner is dying to find out if love and a happy ending are in the books.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-087-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/mated-by-chance

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Jane is a new author for me and after reading the blurb I knew I wanted to get my hands on her book. To me there is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men. If you add in m-preg then I am definitely sold on them. For such a short little story, this has one hell of a fantastic story line. It caught my attention from the start and kept it all the way.

Conner is one quirky and smart ass Omega who has been hurt before. On the run with a pup in him, he knew he had to find safety. He had expected just to find some good pie in Blue Moon but he finds himself a very sexy Alpha. Hayden had been told to find a mate and settle down, but no one had expected a wolf to take a cute little tabby as a mate. Things are going to get interesting.

I was excited after reading this and new I had found a new author to follow. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in this series. Hot wolves, spunky Omega tabby cat, excitement, danger and lots of pie are just a bit of what you get in this. For such a short story you are given a lot of explosive reading in this book.

I enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it.

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

Baxter by Bellann Summer and Stormy Glenn

Title: Baxter

Series: Battle Bunnies, #2

Author: Bellann Summer & Stormy Glenn

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Length: 93 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 26, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: They know a thousand ways to kill…and zero ways to love.

Baxter is the Battle Bunny everyone stares at. He’s pierced in places that make life interesting, as snarky as they come, and so lonely his heart screams out for someone to simply acknowledge his existence. When someone does, Bax feels as though he has to fight everyone, including his own brothers, to keep the man who speaks to his soul.

Dominic O’Leary had been the alpha of his pack when they were betrayed and turned over to the scientists. By the time he escaped, his pack was decimated and Dominic and his brother had been changed forever. Discovering his mate among a family of bunnies should have brought him great joy, but the scientists took that from him with their sick experiments.

When Baxter’s family prevents him from claiming his mate, Dominic must use an ancient and seldom used law to force them to allow him time with Bax. But an interfering family seems to be the least of their problems. People are getting sick, the baby won’t stop crying, and the vampire who owns their abandoned mansion is back. No one ever said life was easy, but does it have to be so damn hard?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-174-3

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/baxter

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: In paranormal romances one expects wolves and big felines being the heroes of the world. But in this new series, it is the bunnies that are the true heroes. This series is a new fresh idea that is positively amazing. I love the serious tone that it has mixed in with quite a bit of humor in it. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end.

I think I was let down, I didn’t hear where Baxter’s piercings were. Baxter is a Battle Bunnie and loved his family, even if they were all nuts. He just wants someone who is just his, and he has found it in a powerful alpha wolf. Too bad when they were being experimented on, Dominic and his brother have no scent. So of course intercepts Clay, forbidding the mating. Let’s just say he is about to get the surprise of his life. Dom and Baxter will be together no matter what it cost.

This story rocked and I cannot wait to get my hands on the next story. I had so much fun reading this and would definitely recommend it.

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

Devin and the Dancer by Cara Adams

Title: Devin and the Dancer

Series: The Millionaire’s Grandsons, #2

Author: Cara Adams

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Length: 72 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 18, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts

Blurb: Devin Carmichael goes to the gay bar to clear his head after arguing with his grandfather about the old man refusing to accept advice. First his cousin Quade, then the head of IT, and now Devin himself have tried to make the old man understand the need for advanced cyber protection. But the owner of Carmichael Industries isn’t listening. When a lithe, attractive man asks Devin to dance he isn’t going to say no.

One glance at Mr. Dark, Dominant, and Delicious has Ty Glenn determined to meet him. He’s just the kind of man that makes Ty’s pulses flutter and his blood pump. The chemistry between them extends beyond just their hot and sexy dancing.

Booking a room upstairs to get to know each other better in private is the obvious next step…

ISBN: 978-1-68295-106-4

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/devin-and-the-dancer

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in The Millionaire’s Grandsons 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 came across Cara a few months ago and have enjoyed her stories. Although I have to admit that there is something missing in this one. It came off just a bit flat for me,but was still enjoyable. I enjoy the world she created and the characters were a hoot.

Although I do hope that grandpa is not as bad as he comes off. I am hoping that he is going to turn the tables on them and let them know it was just a way to get them to have a life, but I have to say I don’t see it happening.

Devin has told his grandfather that his cousin Quade had been right. That he needed security but the old goat just doesn’t want to listen. So on a night to get away, he meets a sexy little dancer that just dances right into his heart. Ty has always loved to dance and he was good at it. The problem was he just really didn’t make money from it like one should. He sees Devin and his heart starts beating fast. He might have found his dream after all.

I am not really sure about this particular story. It did come off a bit rushed and a bit dry to me. It seemed unlikely that what they were doing really could happen. I don’t know it just seemed off which for Cara’s stories is unusual.

Overall I enjoyed it. It was a cute little story that will just brighten your day a bit.

I had fun with it and would definitely recommend it.

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

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