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Shane by Maggie Walsh

shaneTitle: Shane

Series: Stories from a Crossroads Demon, #1

Author: Maggie Walsh

Genre: Contemporary/ Fantasy

Length: 119 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (December 23, 2015)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts

Blurb: Shane hates his life and wants more, so even though he’s skeptical, Shane summons The Crossroads Demon in hopes of striking a bargain.

When the man in black appears before him, Shane is not only surprised that the story of the crossroads demon is true, but that the demon is the most gorgeous man he has ever met. A deal is made between Shane and the demon named Dantalion. His dreams of being a rock god have come true and he begins to learn what it really means to be famous. Who he can trust and who his true friends are.

Dantalion cannot understand the attraction he feels for the human who summoned him, but he can’t deny it. Overstepping his boundaries as a crossroads demon, he gives Shane what he wants with hopes to make him happy. But when the powers that be find out about his unwarranted deal with Shane, they take the contract from Dantalion and forbid him to ever make contact with Shane again.

Can these two star-crossed lovers find a way to be together or will they be ripped apart by Heaven and Hell?

ISBN: 978-1-63259-972-8

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

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: I have always loved to read stories by Maggie so when this came out I had to grab it. It caught my attention from the start but I have to tell you that I was not sure if I was going to like it after the first few pages. It comes off a bit strange, but then I remembered that it was the stores from the crossroads demon.

Dantalion and Lucifer had gone against god and were sent to underworld. They were to make deals with humans and take their souls after a certain amount of time. What they had not known was that if they found true love, then they would be allowed back to heaven. When a sexy little man not only started asking him questions about his soul should he choose but there was just something about Shane that pulled at him. He might just be seeing love for real.

Shane is one hell of singer but he wanted the final package. He wanted to be a star, and in turn decided to sell his soul for that gift. Fifteen years to have his dream come true, but he had not realized was that his dream was Dantalion.

There is a darkness to this story with a serious tone to it. It lapses over the human’s life time not really giving you a true story it would seem. Just a taste of what could be or not be for the guys. You get more about Dantalion then you do Shane which is a bit off to me, but it turns out in the end that you see the love. Which for me doesn’t really rock the way I wanted it to but the story still turned out to be damn good.

I can’t wait to read the next story.

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

Claiming His Alpha by Stormy Glenn

claiminghisalphaTitle: Claiming His Alpha

Series: Scent of a Mate, #7

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Paranormal Romantic Suspense

Length: 146 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand (February 25, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Reece Marshall isn’t happy about being pulled away from his undercover assignment for the Feline Council, but one doesn’t argue with a summons from an elder. Discovering he’s been brought before the elder as a potential guardian to a new Alpha makes him wish he was back on his mission.

Šílené Bolond never wanted to be an Alpha, but forces greater than him seem to think he should lead the Blackthorn Pride. When five enforcers are presented to him as possible guardians, one stands out. Šílené’s heart breaks when his offer of submission is rejected, and he realizes his dream of having a mate will never be realized.

But the forces that turned an Omega into an Alpha have other plans. When Reece’s undercover assignment becomes too dangerous, the only safe place to go is to the pride of the one man Reece craves, but can’t have.

With danger and betrayal around every corner, Reece and Šílené have to turn to each other if they want to survive, and they just might find love if they can survive that long.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-119-4

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/claiming-his-Alpha

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Scent of a 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.

The young man on the cover with the tiger was a big hit with me, especially those beautiful blue eyes. This story has a serious tone to them but there is so much humor in them that it sort of exes out the serious tone to it. I got a kick out of it.

Šílené is an Omega and an Alpha at the same time. In every sense of the word he is an Omega, but his tiger is the Alpha. He can kick ass better than any true Alpha there is and now he is in deep crap. He kicked the ass of his Alpha and has now taken his place. A place he doesn’t want to be. He has no clue what he is doing.

Reece is asked to come to the Elder’s home but damn if he knew what the hell was up. A little Omega in a pink tutu dancing around the table catches his eye, but when he is told that Šílené is actually the Alpha things are about to get dicey. Now these two definitely need to learn how to communicate.

I love how the fact that it was not easy for them and that they had just a bit of a hiccup to their mating from the start. It makes it more interesting when that happens. I also loved the fact that an Omega has the strength of an Alpha when needed. This story rocked and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book.

I had fun with his and would definitely recommend it.

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

Odd Man Out by Stormy Glenn

oddmanoutTitle: Odd Man Out

Series: Cade Creek, #10

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Length: 137 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (December 31, 2015)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating:  ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Asked to look into a suspicion of abuse, Bear Black finds himself more intrigued by the man he is investigating than he really should be, especially considering the man is married. When he suspects that Andrew has been attacked, Bear goes in for the rescue and finds a man that calls to his soul as much as his protective instincts.

Dr. Andrew Sutherland has spent the last three years in hell, never knowing when one wrong move might end in another beating. Hiding his abuse from the world has become so common place, he doesn’t even think of how odd his behavior might look to the outside world.

When he’s rescued from the latest attack by a man right out of his fantasies, Andrew doesn’t know whether to submit to the desire he feels or run for the hills. But when his actions put Bear in danger, will Andrew be strong enough to stand up and protect the one man that has come to mean the world to him or will his fear prevent him from keeping Bear safe?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-017-3

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/odd-man-out

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.

Bear had been asked to check on a doctor for a friend. He starts noticing things and his interest is getting piqued. He starts seeing this sexy doctor as his. However he first has to prove that h will be the one for Andrew. The thing is Andrew has been mentally, emotionally and physically hurt. So he needs to get Andrew to safety and to trust him.

Andrew was gay and had no clue how he ended up married to a woman. A woman who was slowly killing him. Three years in hell and now this giant of a man wants to help him. Scared out of his mind, he takes a chance. Now he has to figure out if he wants what Bear is offering or run for the hills.

When Stormy puts out a book I am usually there to eat them up. I would definitely recommend reading this book.

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

Wanting Jordie by Fel Fern

wantingjordieTitle: Wanting Jordie

Series: Darkfall Mountain Pack, #7

Author: Fel Fern

Genre: Paranormal

Length: 65 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 7, 2016)

Heat Rating: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts

Blurb: Forced to return to his hometown after not being able to find a job in the city, things go from bad to worse for new graduate Jordie Simmons. Jordie survived a car accident, but a broken leg becomes the least of his worries. His brother’s best friend Matt is trouble with a capital T. The fact Matt is a werewolf and a member of the Darkfall Mountain Pack doesn’t scare Jordie as much as the way his body reacts to Matt. Jordie is afraid once Matt has his way with him, Jordie will only beg for more.

A werewolf has better things to do on a Friday night than baby sit his best friend’s brother. Matt has known Jordie all his life, but Matt doesn’t recognize the gorgeous scowling young man. Matt’s wolf knows Jordie is his mate. He has always kept his distance, knowing he’ll lose his best friend, but Matt is done waiting. Jordie will be his, no matter the cost.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-153-8

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/wanting-jordie

Reviewer: Lisa

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

Jordie is forced to come home when he couldn’t find a job. Now he is basically being babysat by a pushy wolf shifter who is also his brother’s best friend. He has always wanted him but he didn’t know if he could stop with just one time. What he doesn’t know is he is Matt’s mate. Matt has kept his distance from his mate for too long and now it is time to fix that.

I enjoyed this more than the first six books. I think it was more feisty then the others. I got a kick out of Jordie though. It has a touch of a serious tone to it but damn does it have some funny parts in it. It gave me almost everything I could want but I wanted more.

I had fun reading this and look forward to reading the next story.

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

Claimed by a Predator by Lynn Hagen

claimedbyapredatorTitle: Claimed by a Predator

Series: Brac Pack Next Gen, #7

Author: Lynn Hagen

Genre: Paranormal/Shapeshifter

Length: 103 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 11, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Stranded on the side of the road, Oscar meets a man who sets his blood on fire. Too shy to speak, Oscar thinks he’s blown his chance with the sexy deputy, but with the help of a friend, he gets a job at the station.

Hale has finally found his mate. The man is sexy, funny, and makes his heart sigh. There is just one problem, Hale is trying to woo Oscar while dealing with a brother who is not only strung out, but gets himself into a bind that only Hale can pull him out of.

The two are trying to make their mating work, but outside forces keep getting in the way. When a deal is struck between an enemy of Dalton Falls and a couple of Hell Hounds, will Hale save Oscar in time or will the hounds succeed in destroying Oscar’s chance of being claimed by his deputy?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-139-2

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/claimed-by-a-predator

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 includes, Brac Pack, Brac Village, Christian’s Coven, Zeus’s Pack, Demon Warriors and Shadow Tribe.

I actually came across Lynn Hagen when her first book, in the Brac Pack series came out. I was intrigued by not only the characters, but the world she wrote about. They are full of humor  and for me, that is a major plus in a good romance. The Alphas are very protective of their mates. And their mates give them hell at every turn.

Each story has excitement, a bit of adventure and danger added in to make them juiceier. So when this story came out I hopped to it and grabbed it. I love how it seems that everyone in the family gets a mate, including the humans. Oscar has always been one of my favorites.

When he was five years old, Oscar’s legs were badly damaged in a house fire. He had lost his parents to it, and went to live with his uncle. His uncle mated a bear shifter, and he was raised among the paranormal ever since. He had decided to move with all the others to the crazy town of Dalton Falls.

Now Oscar is adorable but he is also a menace when it comes to cars. Breaking down just happens to find himself a mate. A very stubborn mate who loves to fight with the fey in the house.

Hale is a deputy in town and a wolf shifter. He has found his mate and by gods, he will bite anyone that comes close to his little man. His problem is though trying to get his brother cleaned and protect his little mate from the dangers in the world.

Like I said, Oscar is one of my favorites. 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.

Tying the Knot by Shea Balik

tyingtheknotTitle: Tying the Knot

Series: Cedar Falls, #11

Author: Shea Balik

Genre: Contemporary

Length: 137 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 7, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating:  ♥♥♥♥♥ 5Hearts

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.

Love is in the air for this special Cedar Falls edition. Take the journey with the first nine couples as they get engaged in their own special way. As with all the Cedar Falls characters, they each have their own unique story that will pull at your heartstrings.

Having decided to all get married at the same time, the couples must find a way to compromise on everything from decorations, to the cake, to the reception. And since no wedding would be complete without a bachelor party, Jesse Stone takes over the planning and leads his friends into a night of strippers, alcohol and a few other surprises that had Jesse on stage taking his clothes off.

Have a tissue handy for there won’t be a dry eye in the church as the couples recite their vows.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-149-1

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/tying-the-knot

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Cedar Falls 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.

I came across Shea when she started writing this series and the title was the first thing that always seemed to catch my eye. They are cute and funny as hell with a hint to the couples. There are the Alphas of each couple and the men that they love. Throughout each story I have to say that Jesse was always my favorite of them all. He is outrageous but you can tell that once he sees you as family he will be there for you throughout it all.

In this book you have nine very sexy, funny, quirky couples showing their love for each other in a wedding.

Leave it to Jesse to talk them into all getting married at the same time. He did get his other wish. He got to plan their bachelor party. Now that is going to lead them into some very happy surprises. There will be no dry eye in the church when the guys get around to telling their love and the ones around them, their feelings that are in their hearts.

I have loved each book and can tell you that I have read each one more than a dozen times apiece. So when I saw this book, I couldn’t wait to read it but also hope that it is not the ending to this wonderful series. Though there are some serious tones to it, there is more humor to keep me laughing for days. I loved this book and can’t wait to get my hands on Shea’s next story.

I had so much fun and would definitely recommend it.

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

His Mate's Bully by A.J. Jarrett

hismatesbullyTitle: His Mate’s Bully

Series: Nehalem Pack, #29

Author: A.J. Jarrett

Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 121 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (April 9, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Cullen Ford has spent the majority of his life avoiding Glenn Shepard, his high school tormentor. In a way, the man redeemed himself two years prior, when he saved Cullen’s life, but Cullen is having a hard time forgetting the past. He’s not sure he can let go of his anger and pain to accept the new and improved Glenn.

There’s no denying it. Glenn used to be a terrible person, especially to Cullen. But that was a long time ago, to him at least. Glenn is different now, changed not just by the ability to change into a wolf, but by accepting that he is in love with Cullen and wants the man for himself. He just has to prove to Cullen that he’s changed.

Cullen never saw himself falling for his bully, but that’s exactly what’s happening. It’s time for him to decide to give love a shot or stick his nose in a book and let life pass him by.

ISBN: 9781682951385

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/his-mates-bully

Reviewer: Lisa

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

Cullen and Glenn had known each other since school. However it was not the best of times for Cullen. Glenn had tormented him, calling him names, hit him, and shoved him into lockers. It was easy to say that Cullen has always been scared of Glenn. Even after Glenn saved Cullen from a wild wolf shifter and was turned in to a wolf himself. Now Glenn was back and was trying to not only apologize but to show him that he had changed.

Glenn had known that he had been cruel to Cullen, but he also knew that he had wanted him since he was thirteen. He had just denied his feelings until now. Cullen was his mate and he had to show him that he had changed. He had to prove to him that he loved him.

I loved how the bully changed his ways and found love in the man he was mean to. I also loved the danger that showed up in the end of the book. I always did love a good romance that didn’t have the couple falling in love right from the start. I loved how they had to make it work.

Plus with this one it was fun with the family surprise. 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.

I can’t wait to read the next story.

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

Just One Bite by AJ Jarrett

justonebiteTitle: Just One Bite

Series: Nehalem Pack, #28

Author: AJ Jarrett

Genre: Paranormal/Werewolves

Length: 128 pages

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Inc. (March 26, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: After suffering from years of abuse at the hands of his father then the NHS, Jaron Yarc is finally free. He’s been given the chance to start over and live the life he’s always wanted without anyone to get in his way. Its funny how life never goes as planned.

Trevor Higgins is riddled with guilt for his part in capturing Jaron and taking him back to the NHS. He never knew the despicable things that were being done to Jaron. All Trevor wants is to apologize to Jaron and to see for himself that the man he can’t seem to get out of his thoughts is doing fine. Little did he know that his obsession with Jaron ran deeper than just friendly concern.

Love happens when two people least expect it. It’s up to Jaron and Trevor to fight for what they want before an enemy from their past tries to steal their happiness away.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-128-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/just-one-bite

Reviewer: Lisa

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

Trevor had at one time worked for the NHS. The NHS wanted to capture and experiment on shifters, but in truth they were making shifters. The head had even experimented on his own five-year old son, turning him into the first man-made shifter. A shifter that had the ability to change a human into a werewolf. Now that he had learned the truth, he decided to help the shifters with every power in him. He just had not expected to fall in love with Jaron. It would seem Jaron was his mate.

Jaron’s father had turned him into a shifter and tortured him daily. He had managed to escape for two years but ran when the hunters came. Trevor had been one of those hunters. Now he was filled with fear but also turned the hell on. Damn, it would seem he will finally get that family who loved him, which was what he always truly wanted.

It was the perfect story for me and I loved it. I can’t wait to read the next story.

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

Mayhem by Olivia Black

mayhemTitle: Mayhem

Series: Federal Paranormal Agency, #7

Author: Olivia Black

Genre: Paranormal/Vampires/Werewolves

Length: 88 pages

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Inc. (March 25, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: You have to be the best to go to war with the worst.

That’s the motto the agents of the Federal Paranormal Agency live by. They train hard to hunt down those that go rogue, enforcing the laws set down through the ages. They deliver justice to those that break the law and save the innocent. They are the enforcers of the paranormal world.

Dylan Aldian is a vampire and an agent with the FPA. When the Silver Bullet, a club in New Orleans, is bombed, Dylan is sent to investigate. He meets Emmett Flowers, a human FBI agent who also happens to be his True Match. Although he wants to claim Emmett, Dylan knows that finding the person responsible for the bombing is their first priority.

When there is a second explosion, tensions begin to rise around the city. All of the evidence points to terrorism, but something isn’t quite right. Dylan and Emmett work together to find the evidence they need to stop the fear and violence from escalating. But when tragedy strikes once again, Dylan must make some hard choices in order to save the life of his True Match.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-127-9

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

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Federal Paranormal Agency 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 is actually Branched off from her Silver Bullet series so I would suggest starting with that series first.

A bomb has been set off at the Silver Bullet and the FPA was going in to find out why. Dylan had not expected to find his true mate there. Dylan is a vampire and an agent with the FPA. His true match is FBI agent Emmett. When Emmett is injured in another bombing, Dylan breaks all laws to save his mate. At the same time they must find out who is behind the bombing and why they did it. This is one action packed love story.

I had a blast reading this story. This story is perfect for when you are trying to take a break or when you just need the sun to shine for you. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It also gave me everything I could want in a book.

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

Sydney by Maggie Walsh

sydneyTitle: Sydney

Series: Stories from a Crossroads Demon, #2

Author: Maggie Walsh

Genre: Fantasy

Length: 106 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 24, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts

Blurb: Syd Walker never wanted to see his childhood crush, Sam Compton, ever again after their one painful night together long ago. Now Sam is back and Syd wants nothing to do with the doctor.

Syd is lonely after losing his best friend Shane to a violent death and realizes he is tired of being alone. He just wants to find that one man that he can share his life with. So Syd searches out the help of the Crossroads Demon.

But when the threat of a serious illness brings Syd and Sam crashing back together again, will Syd be able to move past his pain?

Sam makes a huge mistake, and now all Syd sees is red, and he wants revenge. Can Dantalion make Syd see through his pain of memories long ago or will he deny what he truly wants and lose Sam forever?

If Syd can’t find a way to forgive, he will lose his soul to the Crossroads Demon.

ISBN:  9781682951460

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

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Lucifer and his men questioned god, and it ended them up in hell. Lucifer was made the Lord of hell and his men were the demons. If they should find love, then they might be brought back to heaven. After Dantalion fell in love with Shane, god decided to step in. He has given Dantalion the permission to undue the sale, if he thought the person redeemed themselves.

Which brings us to book two, which I have to say was perfect. It was still a bit dark but the story just rocked. Syd was Shane’s best friend and he missed him. At one time he had a crush on the man, but his heart was still with Sam. Sam was the one he wanted but couldn’t have. That is until the deal was made and things heated up. Now these two are ones that definitely can’t communicate worth crap. So many misunderstandings lead to a big old heart ache.

This story has a serious tone to it with very little humor in it. Maggie Walsh has given a new fresh idea in this book. One that I was not sure would actually work, but this book proved me wrong. It was fun and exciting with a bit of freak to it. Although the ending shocked me, I can admit that it was a pretty good ending.

There are some crazy twists to this one and I was surprised by how much I enjoyed the story. The characters were well written and fully developed.

I enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it.

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

To Love a King by Stormy Glenn

toloveakingTitle: To Love A King

Series: Venusian Trilogy, #3

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Paranormal/ Science Fiction/ Shape-shifter

Length: 121 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 17, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Elves are from Venus, wolf shifters come from Mars, vampires are from Saturn, and humans live on Earth… and one man is king of them all… and being the king of the universe has its advantages.

Learning he was king of the universe was traumatic, but Nicky learned to deal with it. He even learned to deal with the fact that his lover was more than he was before. But, apparently, someone else is interested in what Cooper has become and they need Nicky out of the way to get to him.

When someone goes after Nicky with a psychic attack, Cooper is beside himself. This is something he doesn’t know how to fight. But there might be someone who does, and he’s the High Priest of Mars. Cooper just doesn’t know if the monk can be trusted or if he has his own reasons for wanting to meet him.

When the attacks on Nicky turn deadly, Cooper does the only thing he can. He sends Nicky away. But not even the distance between them can keep him from loving his king.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-156-9

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/to-love-a-king

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: I love how different species are from different worlds. Elves are from Venus, wolf shifters are from Mars, vampires are from Saturn and humans are from Earth. Although every once in a while you just might find one in a different place. Nicky is from Venus, but was raised on Earth. His mate was his best friend since he could remember.

So when Nicky became the king of the universe, things get a bit hinky. Although there are some major benefits. However he wants to go back to Earth and live there. However it would seem someone wants to put a stop to it.

Cooper is from Mars but lived on Earth like Nicky. A creepy monk has decided to break up their mating and keep Cooper on Mars. Nicky is about to go all ape shit on the whole planet if he doesn’t get his mate back.

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.

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

Warrior Wolf and His Little Lamb by Susan Laine

warriorwolfandhislittlelambTitle: Warrior Wolf and His Little Lamb

Series: Pariah Pack, #3

Author: Susan Laine

Genre: Paranormal/ Shape-shifter

Length: 110 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 23, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: As an epsilon, Rhys Gunner represents his werewolf pack’s law and order. He’s an ex-military man with a straightforward style and strong values to offset his beastly nature. One day his alpha tells him to search for new land to annex into their pack’s territory in order to accommodate their growing numbers.

On a nearby farm and bakery, Rhys meets a flock of sheep shifters. One of them, Heath Sheppard, turns out to be Rhys’s mate. But the black sheep of the family is not so keen on becoming a wolf’s mate—and he’s got a girlfriend, so he’s not gay.

By ancient werewolf law, a mate’s land becomes the property of the wolf pack. That would mean that the Sheppard Farm and Bakery belongs to Rhys’s pack. When the flock learns of this injustice, a feud ignites between wolves and sheep.

Ranks begin to crack as loyalties get divided. Is all really fair in love and war?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-134-7

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/warrior-wolf-and-his-little-lamb

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Pariah Pack 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 world that would be perfect to live in. I came across Susan awhile back when she started writing her series and I have to tell you that I will always grab her books up.

They are not only the perfect length for me, but they are so full of detail that it feels like you are right there with them. They not only entertain you but captivate you throughout the whole story. For me once I start reading I can’t move until I find out how they end. Her characters are also very fascinating and unique to me.

At first I thought this was going to be one of those sweet ones, but then there was this twist near the end that fascinated me. Also in this one you get a wolf mated to a ram, how crazy is that? I sure got a kick out of it.

Rhys deals out justice for his pack and also helps those who need helping. His alpha has been acting funny lately. So when he is asked to go find land so that they expand he gladly does so. Not expecting to find his mate. His mate in bed with a human female.

Heath sure didn’t think he was gay, hell he had a girlfriend. Yet there was something about the sexy wolf that pulled at him. However now Rhys alpha wanted their land and things were just not adding up. They had to find a way around this. However he knows he would not be saying no to his sexy mate on the whole mating part.

I would definitely recommend reading this book.

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Mine Forever by Lynn Hagen

mineforeverTitle: Mine Forever

Series: Brac Pack Next Gen, #5

Author: Lynn Hagen

Genre: Paranormal/ Shape-shifter

Length: 143 pages

Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 14, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts

Blurb: Omar has known who his mate is since he was young. The problem is, Kahl has yet to claim him. Taking matters into his own hands, Omar gets a job at Silk Room, hoping to get a reaction out of Kahl. What he gets is one pissed-off dragon.

Kahl has fought against claiming Omar since he found out that he could impregnate the man. Omar declared at a young age that he didn’t want to have children, and all hopes of starting a family with his human mate died that day. That is, until Kahl decides he’s had enough and claims the man he’s loved since childhood.

Unfortunately, the past has a way of catching up and an old enemy returns, intent on finishing what she started. Kahl must turn to family in order to keep Omar safe as the two try to stay one step ahead of the evil hounding them.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-06-1

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/mine-forever

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Brac Pack Next Gen 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 series is branched off from the original stories written by Lynn. To get a really great read I would start with Brac Pack and then read the branch offs from that series. They include Brac Village, Zeus’s Pack, and Christian’s Cove and so on. This series is the children from the original men you read before. You will see the fathers in this series at certain points and I have to admit that usually it is Maverick. Hot damn that man is fine.

Omar and Kahl have known from the time they were children that they were mates. He had known from a young age about paranormals and mates. His uncle, the man who raised him was mated to a shifter. Whereas Kahl is half dragon shifter and half cheetah shifter. They wanted each other more than anything but Kahl knows a secret. He can get his mate pregnant and Omar had not wanted children. Then the witch from the past comes after them all.

Kahl is the beta to their pack but damn he acts more like an alpha if anything. He also has this strong need to protect his mate.

I love this story and can’t wait to read the next book. I also love how alpha males are so tender with their mates.

I had fun with his and would definitely recommend it.

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The Pilot Soars With His Bad Boy by Bellann Summer

thepilotsoarswithhisbadboyTitle: The Pilot Soars With His Bad Boy
Series: Rescue for Hire West, #2
Author: Bellann Summer
Genre: Contemporary
Length: 80 pages
Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 12, 2016)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: Styx Randall has high hopes for his job interview with Rescue for Hire West. The idea of spending his days fixing the high-powered planes and vehicles for the company is his idea of heaven. When he meets Flyer Wakefield, he adds the pilot to his list of wants in life, with want soon turning into need. But why is the nervous man’s phone ringing constantly? Styx finds out the first time he takes Flyer into his arms and discovers his scarred body.

Flyer accepts that he can’t sit still. He knows if he doesn’t keep eating he’ll wind down like a toy top. What he doesn’t understand is why his sadistic ex-boyfriend won’t leave him alone. Meeting the big, bad mechanic should send Flyer running for the hills, and yet the attraction is undeniable.

Flyer finds strength and healing in Styx’s arms, but will that be enough when his ex-boyfriend kidnaps Flyer and some of his teammate’s partners?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-124-8

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/the-pilot-soars-with-his-bad-boy

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.

Styx wanted to work for Rescue for Hire West, knowing the primary company was one excellent group to work for. He loved the idea of doing what he wants to do and what he loves to do. His idea of fun is to work with high powered planes and vehicles. He had not expected to find the man for him though so that was a big surprise. However on first meeting he knows that Flyer has gone through something horrible and wants to help him heal.

Flyer loves what he does but has a hard time sitting still. It was one of the reasons his ex-boyfriend treated him like crap. Hell let’s just say the man tortured Flyer. His ex was one sadistic asshat that needed to be taken out. So when his ex shows up, it is up to Styx and his team to save him and the boys.

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.

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A Fairy's Fears by A.M. Halford

afairysfearsTitle: A Fairy’s Fears
Series: Itayu Lae, #3
Author: A.M. Halford
Genre: Paranormal/ Fantasy
Length: 112 pages
Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 12, 2016)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: Nate is the youngest of twelve, and the only one not yet mated. Being a member of one of the founding families of Itáyu Lake, he’s decided to inherit the Bloodline Legacy and remain on the lake alongside his best friend Jason as one of the two pillars of the barrier surrounding the land. He silently waits for the day his own mate will arrive.

Viktor arrives at Spirit Valley during his Wandering and instantly finds his mate, Nate, working in a bar. Nate is shocked to see that his destined mate is a rough biker bear, a combination of two things he’s feared since he was young. Viktor needs to help Nate through his own fears if he’s to make a life with his mate.

Matters are complicated further by the last remnants of Joseph Strand acting through his daughter, Jasmine. She plans to remove her family’s ties to the barrier, there’s just one problem, by doing so she’ll kill both Jason and Nate.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-124-8

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/a-fairys-fears

Reviewer: Lisa

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

When Nate was a young child he had been abducted by bikers and when he escaped he was almost eaten by a bear. Now he feared both, so when his mate turned out to be not only a biker but a bear things are about to get dicey. Not to mention there were hunters coming for them and a crazy sister bent on messing with the barrier. Now is not the time to die.

Viktor is doing his wandering and finds his sexy little mate working in the bar. To his surprise and horror his little mate is scared of him. He needed to find a way to help him overcome his fears and show him that he will always be safe.

I just wished that there were more to read, I absolutely hate having to wait for the next story. I loved this one and cannot wait for the next amazing story.

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Quade and the Glazier

quadeandtheglazierTitle: Quade and the Glazier
Series: The Millionaire’s Grandsons, #1
Author: Cara Adams
Genre: Contemporary
Length: 71 pages
Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 6, 2016)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4 Hearts
Blurb: Working for his grandfather is far too frustrating. The old man refuses to change with the times or to delegate anything. Business is slipping away from them. Good clients want instant decisions, not to wait weeks for the CEO to reply to them.

Necessary upgrades and new equipment aren’t forthcoming. Quade can’t stand being ignored and belittled anymore. It’s time for him to leave Carmichael Industries and build a new life of his own.
Barton Dwyer owns Dwyer Glass. He’s an only child who has always loved being alone and surrounded by silence. He really ought to take on an apprentice or a helper because the business is getting to be too much for him, but he can’t bear the thought having another person always beside him all day long.

So why is he attracted to redheaded Quade Carmichael who knows nothing about glass and is completely under the influence of his grandfather?

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/quade-and-the-glazier

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Cara Adams has become one of my top ten auto buy authors with her quirky little stories. They are told pretty good, with great characters and a bit of trouble added in. I enjoy seeing a new book come out by this author.

Quade’s grandfather has been a damn good CEO until lately. He is a mean old cuss who belittles and tries to control his family. When he won’t upgrade or let others help, Quade has decided that it might just be time to go somewhere else. He meets Barton when the glass at the company had been broken. Things start heating up between them pretty fast.

Bart’s family was a bit different then Quade’s. His just basically ignored him so he was used to being alone. He preferred it that way. That is, until he met Quade. Now he is changing his mind.

I must admit that this was a pretty good story, but feel that it could have been expanded quite a bit. The ending just seemed to be missing something.

However I did enjoy the book quite a bit and can’t wait to see what the next one will be like.

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The Vampire King's Mate by Toby Aiden

thevamipirekingsmateTitle: The Vampire King’s Mate
Series: The Melrose Coven #1
Author: Toby Aden
Genre: Paranormal/ Vampires/Werewolves
Length: 137 pages
Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (February 9, 2016)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: In the midst of a war between vampires and werewolves that’s been waged for centuries, King Kevyan Melrose lands an unexpected mate.

Dorian Keller, an outrageous, openly gay man, finds himself in a world where fiction is fact. Having the most gorgeous man he’s ever met tell him they are mated throws him for a loop, but hearing the man claim to be a vampire and learning that that he himself is a werewolf blows his mind and sends him running for the hills.

But with the evidence put right in front of him, he is left with no choice but to adjust his thinking… especially since turning furry has become his new norm.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-056-2

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/the-vampire-kings-mate

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: This is my first book by Toby Aden that I have read and damn was it good. There is so much action, suspense, danger, excitement, hot sex and just quirky attitudes in this book. I loved the surprises that kept popping up in it. It had a lot of humor in it mixed just perfect with the serious tone to it and my attention was caught for sure.

Dorian is not like any other man in more ways than one. He only remembers his family and being kidnapped, not how he ended up in a home of vampires. What was worse is they were saying that he was a werewolf, totally flipping out vampires. It wasn’t until after a hot round of sex, that he turned into a gorgeous white wolf.

It would seem he was in for more surprises than just his being a wolf. He was mated to the king of vampires and damn the man was sexy. Things were going to go crazy now.

I had so much fun reading this and can’t wait for the next book. It gave me everything I wanted in a story and so much more.

I would definitely recommend this book.

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Protecting His Own by Stormy Glenn

protectinghisownTitle: Protecting His Own
Series: Viking Lore, #2
Author: Stormy Glenn
Genre: Fantasy/ Historical
Length: 114 pages
Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (November 26, 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: As a berserkr warrior, protecting others came naturally to Ulfr. After watching his family get cut down before his eyes, Ulfr vowed revenge. Decades later, he is still looking for the jarl that slaughtered his family. When he discovers a sexy redhead being held prisoner by the very man he seeks, Ulfr has to decide between vengeance and protecting his mate.

Sold into slavery by his brother, Eitri despairs that he will ever be free. When rescue comes in the form of the biggest warrior Eitri has ever seen, his fascination with Ulfr quickly outweighs his fear of the powerful berserkr.

There are forces at work that threaten to take away all they have found in each other’s arms. A brother bent on seeing Eitri a slave, a mischievous god out to cause trouble, and a murderous jarl willing to kill anyone in his path to immortality are just a few of the obstacles Ulfr and Eitri need to overcome if they want to protect their own.

ISBN: 9781632599803

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/protecting-his-own

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: This is the second book in the Viking Lore series and continues where the first left off. I loved the many characters throughout this story. The Norse were fierce and superstitious. The Gods were another set I loved as they portrayed several and interacted off and on with the characters. The whole story was very intriguing as it combined many different things.

Ulfr and what happened to him as a child broke my heart. I could not believe a Jarl could be so cruel. Ulfr and the others stood by their new leader with loyalty and trust when things went south for the group and protected them with a fierceness that was awe inspiring.
Eitri, I felt sorry for what he had been through and the circumstances surrounding why.

It infuriated me as to who had put Eitri in that situation to begin with. I loved the different species and creatures that seem to be introduced into each book. It adds mystery and suspense to a story that keeps the reader engaged as the story progresses.

The passion is hot and steamy and the battles fierce and deadly.

I highly recommend this book and can’t wait to read the next book in this fantastic series.
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Betrayal by Amara Lebel

betrayalTitle: Betrayal
Series: The Unrequited Trilogy, #2
Author: Amara Lebel
Genre: Contemporary
Length: 109 pages
Publisher: Siren/Bookstrand Publishing (March 18, 2015)
Heat Level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥5 Hearts
Blurb: Following the difficult trials leading to their newfound relationship, Tristan and Joshua thought things would get easier. They had fought their dark pasts together, and made a vow to never allow them to control their lives again. Now a whole new kind of complication has arrived to test their loyalty and trust. A sexy complication in the form of Logan Mclean.

Lust, lies, and emotions run rampant as the Scottish businessman wedges himself between the lovers. Have Tristan and Joshua truly laid the ghosts of their pasts to rest, or will they allow another’s desires to ruin everything?

For in this ever-growing world of emotion, one step can lead to either complete happiness or an ultimate betrayal.

ISBN: 978-1-63259-116-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/betrayal-lebel

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Damn talk about miscommunication and lack of trust in a relationship. Although with these guys past I can see it happening.

It is a fascinating story that caught my attention from the start and kept it all the way to the end. It gave me pretty much everything I wanted in a story and so much more. I loved that even though it did have a serious tone to it, there was quite a bit of humor in it.

You can’t help but wanting to fight for these two men. There is just something about them that draws you in and having you cheer them on. Although I must admit there was a hint of something but it was definitely just a hint. These two men come off very clingy and needy but not to the point that it takes away from the story.

Tristan and Joshua each have demons in their past that make it a bit hard for their future. These two are perfect together but when Logan starts hitting on Tristan, Joshua lets his emotion get the best of him. So when forced to go to Scotland Tristan begs Joshua to go with him, but problems at the clinic puts Tristan going alone. Trouble happens, and Joshua runs leaving Tristan alone to pick up the pieces.

This story was fascinating and I absolutely loved it. The emotions were running hot with these two and you couldn’t help but fall in love with them. I would love to beat the hell out of Logan though.

I can’t wait to get started on the next story and would definitely recommend it.

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Pleasure of Two Dragons by Marcy Jacks

pleasureoftwodragonsTitle: Pleasure of Two Dragons
Series: Mating Season, #3
Author: Marcy Jacks
Genre: MMM Ménage a Trois/ Paranormal Shape-shifter
Length: 114 pages
Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (January 31, 2016)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4 ½ Hearts
Blurb: Cloud Martin was chosen by the lottery to be given to wealthy dragon shifters—whether he likes it or not. He doesn’t have a choice, and there will be consequences if he tries to back out.
Warriors Deimos and Krakken have been searching for their third for a long time, and something is different this year. They’re bodies are reacting to something that can only be the lust for a mate. They find Cloud as he is about to be taken advantage of in the halls, and are barely in time to stop it.

Cloud quickly learns Deimos and Krakken are not like he thought dragons would be. They’re kind and considerate, and the pleasure they have to give him is monumental. Cloud is happy to lose his virginity to them, but when someone in the tower tries to kill Cloud, their mating season might have a little hiccup, and his mates might fly into an unstoppable rage because of it.

Note: This book contains double anal penetration.

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/pleasure-of-two-dragons

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: This is the third book in the Mating Season series.

Warrior dragons Deimos and Krakken have been searching for their third and all but given up never finding him. At the lottery this year something was different as the summer event began.

Cloud Martin entered the lottery and was chosen. He’s a nervous hopeful young man who doesn’t want to be passed around to any dragon. I was surprised that two dragons were able to manipulate and lie to a human to get them in bed with no repercussions. It seems deceitful and underhanded to me.

The people in charge of the tower should set up some rules for the dragons as they do for the humans as in my opinion it’s not fair that the dragons can do whatever they want but if the humans are scared and don’t want to go through with it they are literally branded and thrown in prison.

I really liked how Deimos and Krakken took the time to make sure Cloud was ready after what happened. I was disappointed in the book bringing up something that happened only to leave the question of who and why unanswered.

Aside from that it is a great read with hot sex.

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