Lyle's Lynx by A.M. Halford

Title: Lyle’s Lynx

Series: Itayu Lake #6

Author: A.M. Halford

Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy

Publisher: Siren Publishing (April 26, 2017)

Length: Novella (104 Pages)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 4 Hearts

Blurb: Lyle Du’Val came to Itáyu Lake following his ex, Adriano. Instead of getting him back, he found his destined mate, Kai Kramer. Kai isn’t too pleased with Lyle still chasing after his ex-boyfriend, but he is willing to be patient.

When Lyle finally decides to move on and accepts Kai, he learns things about his mate that he never suspected, such as Kai having a daughter. With this new mating comes a daughter that just wants a family, and she wants Lyle to be her mommy. Kai is stunned as he watches Lyle easily fall into the role of a parent for his daughter, Zarinna, and he quickly finds himself falling for his mate.

Just as the three of them are starting to settle into their new lives together, Kai’s ex and Zarinna’s mother starts making demands. Kai and Lyle find themselves having to protect the young cub from her own mother. At the same time, they try to nurture their new mating bond.

ISBN: 978-1-64010-297-2

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/lyles-lynx

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.

Lyle comes to Itayu Lake because he wanted his ex back with him. What he had not expected was to find his mate. Kai is not pleased but he is very pleasant when his little mate hides from him. However it would seem Kai has his own little secret, a very sweet little girl. A sweet little girl, whose mother is a danger to herself, and to her daughter. Time to be protective parents.

Now I can see why the kid calls Lyle mom, but really it made the whole thing sound off. I am sorry but Lyle is still a man. It was the one reason I almost put the dang book down. A four year old knows the difference between a man and a woman, a mother and a father. Yet to hear her call him mother is a bit disturbing to me.

Other than that issue, the book was pretty entertaining. I did have fun reading it, but I had to go back and read the other books to remember the characters for this book. The guys were pretty hot, but they just seemed to be off, just a bit. I couldn’t really connect with them like I should have, but it was still fun to read.

I look forward to the next story.

Jaden's Price by Lynn Hagen

Title: Jaden’s Price

Series: Demon Warriors #9

Author: Lynn Hagen

Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (April 24, 2017)

Length: Novella (100 Pages)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Hilton works as a male nurse in Brac Village. He feels a presence following him wherever he goes. His mother and grandmother went insane, and Hilton fears he is heading down that slippery path. That is, until Jaden reveals himself and claims to be Hilton’s guardian angel. Hilton isn’t convinced and runs from Jaden, terrified of the wicked man.

Jaden is Death. The master grim reaper. He has known nothing but loneliness and despair since the Primal Source breathed him into existence. He is feared by all, even if this is not the life he would have chosen for himself. But a chance meeting in a small town presents an opportunity his enemies can’t resist. He must keep Hilton safe from those out to hurt his mate, because if the bunny shifter is harmed in any way, Jaden will rip apart the universe and unleash his deadly wrath.

ISBN: 978-1-64010-198-2

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/jadens-price

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Demon Warriors collection features a new romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order. There is nothing better than a good paranormal romance with two gorgeous men involved. This series is actually a branch off from many other series. The very first book you should start to read is a Brac Pack series book. Then it branches off to Brac Village, Zeus’s Pack, Christian’s Coven, Brac Pack Next Generation and a few others.

When it comes to books like these I always look forward to starting my reading all over again, until I get to the new book. The characters are fascinating and a blast to get to know. I have my favorites I can tell you that. This story caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end like I knew it would.

Jaden is the grim reaper or better known as Death. Pan is his brother and is known as life. The two cannot void each other out, or life as all knows it is over. Neither know what the other does or can realize just how important each other truly is. All of that changes when Jaden finds his mate. He has never been loved and doesn’t know if he can love, but damn the little rabbit might just show him some new things. The problem is Hilton is ill. To know what happens, you must read this book.

There are quite a bit of twists and turns that makes this story even more entertaining. I have always loved how they have a serious tone to them, but humor always kicks its ass. Lynn was in fact my first actual favorite author and she continues to write some pretty quirky stories to keep my attention. I can’t wait to see what other stories she comes up with. I loved it and would definitely recommend it.

Chiseled Wood by Shea Balik

Title: Chiseled Wood

Series: Cedar Falls #19

Author: Shea Balik

Genre: Contemporary

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (May 4, 2017)

Length: Novella (148pgs)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 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.

Kyler Prince is determined to find his place in this world. But with only the sheltered commune he grew up in as experience, his hope of finding somewhere he could fit in seems impossible. That is, until he ended up in Cedar Falls.

Aaron Garnett has dark desires. After he meets Kyler, he fears the innocent man would run if Aaron ever showed him what he truly wanted in a lover. But Aaron’s just not sure he has the strength to stay away from Kyler.

Can Kyler convince Aaron that his desires run just as dark, or will Aaron feel the risk is too high to give him a chance?

ISBN: 978-1-64010-302-3

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/chiseled-wood

Reviewer: Lisa

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

I love the way this author can put together a book that not only fascinates you but draws you in. I had a blast reading this and look forward to reading more by this amazing author. This is one of those types that even after you have read the whole book you just want to go back and read it again.

Kyler was raised in a commune his entire life. There are many things he doesn’t understand out in the wild and crazy world. When you add Jesse and his friends, well you can see how this poor guy can get lost. He spent everything he had to get to Cedar Falls just praying he got a job. This is one guy that needs as many friends as he can get, and to top it all off he is living out of his car. Then he meets the sexy Aaron.

Aaron is a Dom and one look at Kyler tells him that this man is a true innocent. Trying to stay away from him might just back fire on him. He sees the beauty in the man’s smile that just draws him in even more. Take that chance and jump, now if you want to know the down and juicy well you’re just going to have to pick up this book.

I love how it has that serious tone to it but there is so much humor in it that your attention is captivated throughout it all. I loved the cover and that was what caught my attention first. Although to be honest any book that Shea writes is automatically bought by me. I just can’t seem to get enough of this series. There is something about the way that Shea more than likely have you laughing your ass off at parts of it. Especially Jesse, and now you are going to meet the mini-Jesse. The characters are beautifully written with big hearts, however if you cross them, they have no problem putting you down. They will protect their friends and family with their entire lives. 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 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. I can’t wait to read the next story.

A Cook In King Arthur's Court by T.K. Benjamin

Title: A Cook in King Arthur’s Court

Author: T. K. Benjamin

Genre: Fantasy, Historical

Length: Novella (84 pages)

Publisher: Siren-BookStrand, Inc.(March 1, 2017)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 3.75 Hearts

Blurb: The wizard Merlin saw rot in his beloved Camelot. He asked aid from his Gods. They answered and, after a fashion, along with a bit of complicated magic, he got Alex.

Alexander Foster, a modern-day chef, fell into bed exhausted and alone. After a Technicolor kaleidoscope of a dream, he wakes up. He’s under a tree, in the great outdoors, and there’s a beautiful man wearing armor watching him.

Alex learns the beautiful man is Mordred, and apparently Merlin is waiting for him. So, off to Merlin and Camelot they go. On the way, he hears Mordred’s tale and the man’s loneliness breaks his heart.

He also finds he can’t keep his hands to himself.

Then, they reach Camelot and Alex meets King Arthur and Merlin and learns why he’s there. So now Alex has a choice to make: sit back and do nothing…or meddle.

Meddling sounds good.

ISBN: 9781640100176

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/a-cook-in-king-arthurs-court

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Merlin pulls Alex from his world to help Camelot. Upon waking, Alex is confronted by Mordred, a beautiful man newly a knight. Mordred is King Arthur’s son and a prince yet he is snubbed by others and treated poorly.

Alex sets about making changes to strengthen Camelot and cut out the wrongness that has been going on. The changes are for the good of Camelot and the future. I liked the things he changed as they made perfect sense.

Though I liked the story I was honestly expecting something else.

Crash and Burn by Jane Perky

Title: Crash and Burn

Series: Wolves of Emerald Valley #1

Author: Jane Perky

Genre: Paranormal

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (April 27, 2017)

Length: Novella (118 Pages)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥ 3 Hearts

Blurb: Alpha Werewolf Crash left his hometown of Emerald Valley a long time ago, along with his five best friends. Now he’s back in town to solve a murder, but the town’s changed, taken over by a vicious wolf pack. Worse, his ex and the only man he’s ever loved is about to be mated to another. Mark’s already broken his heart once, but there are some things that can’t be forgiven. Crash will claim Mark, even if that means his death.

Omega Wolf Mark’s done all he can to survive, including stomaching a man he doesn’t love. When Crash returns to town, unresolved feelings return to the surface and the chemistry between them burns as hot as ever. Crash swears to never let Mark go again, but things are never that simple.

Will Crash challenge an entire pack to win back his Omega?

ISBN: 978-1-64010-287-3

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/crash-burn

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: I have read a few stories by this author, and I find that I say the same thing pretty much each time. The story line has great potential as well as the plot itself. The characters also could have made a great impact into the story, however there was quite a bit missing in the story that would have done that. The way Crash and the others are written, make them come off both as strong but also as weak. They might be able to fight their way through many obstacles, but in truth that is about as far as they would get. There is no heat or passion when it comes to the characters themselves or their relationship or I should say the right heat or passion. Yes, they are pissed about their omega friend but I don’t see the build-up for any others.

Now they are all friends who left their homes, but they left an omega behind. Then they all separate which would make them lone wolves. Now if the author knew about wolves, then they would know that is not the norm. Now for a book, that maybe would work. However for me, it didn’t do what the author intended. I did not like the interaction between Crash and Mark. It felt forced and a bit harsh to a point. One minute they are hating each other, and the next in bed just doesn’t fly with me. I will wait to see how the others work in their story before deciding what to feel about them. Lets just say an alpha and pack, would not let another group of wolves stay in their pack. The vampires were a nice addition, but then again you only see them for a bit.

Crash and his friends are alpha werewolves, yet they are all lone wolves. Except for Larry who was an omega and they just left him behind. Crash had been in love with Mark, but left him behind. Both of their hearts were broken, but neither chose the other. Now they are back for Larry’s funeral and to find out what happened to him. Mark was to bond with the beta of the pack who is an ass. If you want to know the juicy details, pick up the book.

Now I have given you my problems with the book, as well as a little description of the story. Now for me the book felt rushed and not well thought out. There was a great deal of potential and areas that showed some strength. However for me, those areas were small compared to the rest of the story itself. I didn’t connect with any of the characters and that was a big disappointment for me.

Now I will stick with the series to see if they get a better story but for now it is not doing anything for me at all. Just because this is my thoughts doesn’t mean you might not like it.

Mate for Sale by Marcy Jacks

Title: Mate For Sale

Series: Mate For Sale # 1

Author: Marcy Jacks

Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal

Length: Novella (93pgs)

Publisher: Siren-BookStrand, Inc. (March 3, 2017)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: After Andy Lapin’s brother falsely accused him of theft, he was taken away to do his time. Luckily, the crime is petty, and he can get out by selling himself to an alpha who needs a temporary mate for breeding. The only problem is that he actually has no choice in the matter, and the alpha is already here to collect what’s his.

Istvaughn Kristoff is at an age where he should be producing pups, heirs who will take over the pack when he’s gone, and he needs a human to drink his blood and act as his mate so he can get them. Only humans can carry shifter babies, but the problem is they often die when doing so. Still, Vaughn is willing to pay good money for Andy to take the risk, even if Vaughn is risking that his children end up with terrible red hair.

What he doesn’t expect is the instant attraction that hits him—or wanting this human so badly.

But surely it’s just a normal attraction. He can’t possibly have a natural mating with this human…could he?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-929-9

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/mate-for-sale

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Falsely accused of theft Andy is put in a program to breed with the highest bidder. He is sold to Alpha Vaughn. Vaughn has no intentions of getting close to Andy as humans are the only ones who can have shifters children and usually die in childbirth. Unbeknown to him fate has other plans in store for him.

It’s a great beginning to the series as we see how cold Vaughn is toward Andy. I’m actually surprised Andy stayed as I would not have. I loved Andy. He was so sweet and innocent. I just wanted to hug him as the story progressed.

Highly recommended.

Power by Maggie Walsh

Title: Power

Series: The Angel Pack #11

Author: Maggie Walsh

Genre: Paranormal

Length: Novel (253 Pages)

Publisher: Siren Publishing (October 19, 2016)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Sage is a wolf shifter with a dark past he keeps secret. A year ago, a strange tattoo appeared on his wrist. Researching its meaning, he finds that it is the symbol of the most powerful witches in black magic. Sage worries that if this magic claims him he will become evil. So, to protect his family, Sage flees.

Slade is a vampire with special abilities. When he is sent out to locate Maddy’s twin, Slade never expects to find him in Sanctuary. What surprises him even more is finding out that Maddy’s twin, Sage, is his mate.

Sage had been in hiding for years from a man who kept him captive, but now that he is back on the run, he worries that Francis will find him and enslave him again. When Slade and Sage’s family discover who Francis really is, they know they have to act fast to find Sage before his twenty-first birthday—only a week away—or risk losing him forever.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-562-8

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

Reviewer: Lisa

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

It has been sometime since I have read this series, and I realize just how much I missed them. The characters are a blast to read about and so much damn fun. There is always action, suspense, danger and some hot situations that these guys get into. Not to mention hot sex, but I will leave that up to your imagination. These stories always catch my attention and it never waivers until the very end. It just seems to flow at the right pace for me.

Sage started getting his powers at the age of five years old. He just had no clue what was going on. Then he shifted into a wolf, and that just freaked him out more. So when the tri symbol showed up on his arm, he researched it and ran from his grandmother for fear of hurting her. He didn’t know the true meaning though, just what he read. He ran until he came across a man so evil that it would take all he had to escape. For two years he was doing it and working the Angel Pack. Now they have figured out what he was and he runs.

Slade is a vampire that can walk in the sun, but that is not all he is. He comes to see what the problem is, and finds his little mate. Those who are evil are hunting him down, and Slade must get to him to protect him. The whole pack is on the move, for when Sage turns twenty-one the powers that be will strengthen. Now for more, you are just going to have to read the book.

This is one of the best series that I have come across in a long time. It is so action packed that I was on the edge of my seat throughout it all. I have to admit though that the amount of characters that are in this, that at some points it does get confusing with who they are. However it doesn’t’ take away from the story at all. I can’t wait to get started reading the next book. What a story it is!

Shy Guys Finish First by Stormy Glenn

Title: Shy Guys Finish First

Series: Cade Creek #13

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Contemporary

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Publishing (March 23, 2017)

Length: Novella (112 Pages)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Cory James went to the city for a small vacation. He never expected to come home with a family. After trying to rescue a man being attacked, and then having to be rescued himself, Cory was pretty sure his vacation had tanked. But the man he tried to rescue turns out to be the answer to every dream Cory ever had. Now, if they could just keep danger from finding them again, they might find happiness.

Moose Fletcher hated violence until the sweetest man he had ever seen tries to save him, and Moose was forced to rescue him. But as he got to know Cory, he realized he was the one being rescued. When unexpected dangers force Moose to flee with Cory, saving his family becomes more important than avoiding violence. But will the cost be his happiness?

ISBN: 978-1-64010-281-1

Purchase Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/shy-guys-finish-first

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.

Moose was six foot nine and had a heart of gold. Forced to cage fight by his father has left him wishing for a way out. Then one night, his little brother helped him to escape. When his older brother found him, it was a sweet and very sexy little man who saved him, or I should say tried to. Cory was that sweet and sexy little man, who lived in Cade Creek. It would be the perfect place to live, and then another surprise landed in their laps. Well if you want to know that surprise, you’re going to have to read the book.

This author’s stories that 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 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.

Like A Love Story by Frey Ortega

Title: Like A Love Story

Series: Camden Cove 01

Author: Frey Ortega

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (39K words)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand (26^th January 2017)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Seth Stanford has had a pretty easy life for the past quarter of a century. But he’s never quite fallen out of love with Hunter Rodriguez, his first crush—and his older brother’s best friend.

Seth isn’t idealizing a picture-perfect version of Hunter in his head. Seth knows all about the pros and cons of dating Hunter. But all of that changes when, one day, Hunter asks him out.

Maybe it has to do with the people around them meddling in their love life. Maybe it was Fate.

Seth just knows that whatever is happening between him and Hunter feels too much like a love story, and he’s just waiting for the other shoe to drop. The fact is, this all feels just a little bit too fast and too much for him, and he doesn’t know what to do.

Will he accept his happily ever after, or will Seth’s worrying ruin his chance at happiness?

ISBN: 978-1-68295-821-6

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/like-a-love-story

Reviewer: Prime

Review: Like A Love Story is a super sweet story that would have you going into a diabetic coma – and totally the type of sappy story that I love to read. Number one, Frey Ortega is a go-to on my Siren Publishing authors list. I like the writing – the style and the pace of all the author’s books is definitely an attraction. However, secondly, and most importantly this is the type of story which has a massive draw to me because I can’t resist a love story between a guy and his brother’s best friend, who in this case had left their small town home.

The story is about Seth Standford. His life appears to be in a bit of a slump, though he doesn’t see it that way. Seth lives in his parent’s basement playing games in his spare time. He’s become a bit of a hermit, something that everyone around him worries about more than himself. Seth enjoys his online friends and his family is enough contact he needs at the moment. But then he hears the news that his secret crush – Hunter Rodriguez – his brother’s best friend, is coming back to visit their small town of Camden Cove.

The Standford’s and the Rodriguez’s seem to be well to do upper crust of the local society, and add in the fact that Seth’s brother is the mayor, it’s the start of a clique group. When Seth’s brother is sent to hospital after being hit by a drunk driver, this clique gets planning when they discover that Seth doesn’t hate Hunter, but likes him. When Hunter does return he doesn’t need much pushing in Seth’s direction – at first it felt a bit shallow but it does quickly develop into something more.

There is a small dose of drama, which I have to admit that I saw coming a mile away. Nonetheless, it gave the story the little bit of a kick it needed to get Seth and Hunter to the end of HEA. Seriously can’t wait for the next installment! Here’s me hoping to read the story of Seth’s brother (the town mayor) and Hunter’s boss (a millionaire looking to invest in the town).

Wise Wolf and His Colorful Coywolf by Susan Laine

Title: Wise Wolf and His Colorful Coywolf

Series: Pariah Pack #5

Author: Susan Laine

Genre: Paranormal

Length: Novella (119 Pages)

Publisher: Siren Publishing (March 7, 2017)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 3.5 Hearts

Blurb: Randy Walker has issues. He’s a lone coywolf in a group of wolves, he’s an Omega in a pack that already has one, and his past abuse complicates matters. He’s nineteen, but his mate is a century old. He’s uneducated, but his mate is a scholar. And he’s recently rediscovered his sense of smell, only now it seems to be malfunctioning.

Kade Colton is the Zeta of his pack, a historian, and a chronicler. Two months ago, he found his mate and started teaching him lessons. They bond over a shared passion of learning. Then, former members of the pack who left during a crisis return. This causes schisms in the ranks. One is the Tau, a spiritualist Kade despises. And in the adjacent national park, a rogue coywolf pack tempts Randy to join them and be with his own kind.

With so many obstacles in the way, can Randy and Kade have their happily ever after?

ISBN: 978-1-64010-016-9

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/wise-wolf-and-his-colorful-coywolf

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.

I felt that this one started in the middle of the story and not at the beginning. You walk into it knowing who was who and where each one belongs also. There were no surprise gasp or suspense to it. Also what was different was this author added in some extra roles into a wolf pack, that you would not normally find anywhere else. Now I am not saying that it is a bad thing, but a bit off to me.

Kade is the Zeta and Randy is an omega. The difference is Kade is a wolf and Randy is a coywolf, a mixture between coyote and wolf. Kade is also a bit older then Randy and teaches the pack life to others, and is in fact teaching Randy the history since he missed out on so much with his last pack. He is also his mate.

Randy is nineteen and seems to have a good head on his shoulders. He doesn’t understand many of what has happened and has been abused before. Then the packs deserters show up and one is looking to cause trouble. Want to know more, read the book.

Now I wasn’t too sure about the all-female coywolves that showed up, and didn’t much care for it. I can see how she could be of help, but really she was off to me. Then the tau, well it really didn’t make any sense to me at all. Why not just call him a medicine man, and let the reader get the full effect. Added unusual words do not make a story better, just drove me nuts. Also the pack dynamics drove me crazy as well. The whole book felt off and a bit twisted to me. I don’t know what was missing but I hate to admit that this story just didn’t rock my world at all.

Masquerade by Maggie Walsh

Title: Masquerade

Series: The Angel Pack 13

Author: Maggie Walsh

Genre: Paranormal

Length: Novel (198 Pages)

Publisher: Siren Publishing (February 23, 2017)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: When Xavier Angel meets his mate, he is ecstatic, but the closer he gets to Liam, the more ill he becomes. When this mysterious illness threatens Xavier’s life, causing him to almost die, Liam discovers what is wrong with Xavier. His heart breaks knowing he will never be able to have his mate—because to do so would cost Xavier his life.

To try to stop this unknown force keeping them apart, Xavier and Liam must travel back to Xavier’s birth pack in search of a wicked omega who may be the only one able to help them. But their only chance at happiness and love turns out to be the very thing that caused it.

Xavier will do whatever he has to in order to claim his man, but will it be enough? Will they be able to stop this great evil and save Xavier?

Or will their love be the one thing that kills them?

ISBN: 978-1-64010-010-7

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/masquerade-walsh

Reviewer: Lisa

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

Action pack, suspenseful, danger surrounding them, some very hot sex, kinky characters are just a bit of what you get with this book. I am telling you that the pace is perfect, and the guys are protective as hell. I have never come across a series that has so much to offer then this series. It has been awhile since I have read one of these books and in the last 2 days that is all I have been doing with them, reading all night long. I love the world that was created and the way it just flows off the pages makes it feel like you are right there with them. Noah of course is my ultimate favorite little guy. So damn sweet and let’s not forget sexy as hell. However this book gives you two new guys who are mates, but there is some bad mojo in the way.

Xavier has a thing about big men and it usually doesn’t go the way he wants it to though. So when he finds his mate, damn the man is hot. That is until he finds out that Liam was once as evil as you can guess. Reborn he is now fae, but for some reason Xavier just can’t get over the other. Not to mention when he gets closer or thinks about him, pain is all he gets. Something is going on.

Liam has always wanted his mate but didn’t know why his mate hated him so. Then the truth comes out and he must go back to Xavier’s pack to fix what has happened. However here comes the twist, well you are just going to have to read this book to find that out.

I have never had so much fun reading, following and just jumping for these guys. Hot is just one word to give them, and the way they are with each other is another plus. The guys just seemed to work perfect with each other, and our sexy new couple is an added bonus to the group. Not that they are new to the group but to the love fest.

I had a lot of fun reading this and look forward to another winning book from this amazing author.

Hot Mess 04 by Stormy Glenn

Title: Hot Mess 4

Series: Hot Mess 04

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (168 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (March 9, 2017)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Lany
I had once thought that my life was the comic relief for the universe. Today, I was positive I had been right in my line of thinking. It was the only way to explain how I ended up sitting on the floor of my favorite Thai restaurant, surrounded by armed men and hostages.
It was my anniversary after all.

Salvador
I wanted to go to Lany the moment I stepped into the Thai Rose and saw him kneeling on the floor next to Eddie, but dealing with the people threatening him with guns came first. I didn’t want him in the line of fire if trouble started. Of course, knowing Lany’s luck, just being on the same city block put him in the line of fire.
He was a hot mess.

ISBN: 978-1-64010-210-1

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/hot-mess-4

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Each book in the Hot Mess collection features our very own sexy duo, Lany and Sal. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order.

I came across Stormy Glenn a few years ago and have been amazed by her stories. I am always on the lookout for when she has a new one coming out. Now I have to admit that I am not a fan of all her stories, but this series rocks. I love the characters quite a bit and they are probably the only couple that I can read in different books. I have never been a fan of the same character in multiple books. For some reason they just get boring and dull, but Lany never could do that.

Once again it is our fascinating duo’s anniversary coming up. However this time Lany is not taking any chances. However for Lany trouble always seems to find him. Thank goodness for his sexy swat husband coming to the rescue. Although I am not sure of the elephant, he might have asked for that one.

It is a very entertaining tale that just keeps giving me laughter. It is the perfect story to brighten your day and let’s face it there is nothing hotter than a man with a gun, well one on the right side that is. He has the bad boy looks, a fierce love for Lany, speaks sexy Italian and can’t cook. What more could a guy ask for. Well let’s see hostage situations, the mob saving the day, a sexy cop, two best friends and a couple of cute baby girls.

I love reading this series and cannot wait to see what trouble Lany gets into next. I would definitely recommend reading this series. Trust me you will get a kick out of it.

Mended by Olivia Black

Title: Mended

Series: Federal Paranormal Agency #9

Author: Olivia Black

Genre: Paranormal

Length: Novella (134 Pages)

Publisher: Siren Publishing (November 18, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

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 hunt down rogues and deliver justice to those that break the law. They are the enforcers of the paranormal world.

Max Lumeria is a snake shifter with the FPA. When the International Criminal Investigation Unit calls and asks for help, Max gets on a plane to London. He’s excited to work with the unit, a group of agents that solve cross-border crimes in Europe. As soon as his plane lands, Max is given the task of assuming the identity of Patryk Walicki, a member of the ICIU.

Tommy McConnell was a detective in Northern Ireland before being recruited to join the ICIU. He isn’t exactly thrilled when Max is brought in to pose as one of their own. But, after spending some time with Max, Tommy quickly realizes that he likes the shifter.

Even though Max is drawn to Tommy, he’s still cautious. This human is special because he might be Max’s second chance at having a mate.

ISBN: 978-1-78651-470-7

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

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.

Max lost his mate some time ago in the war, from that point on he lost himself into the bodies of others. It didn’t however bring him pleasure but made him miss his mate. Then he was sent to find out what truly happened to a member of the ICIU. He had not expected to find another mate.

Tommy was a detective for Northern Ireland before being recruited to the ICIU. They are paired up in more than one way. Neither might be ready for the answers of what happened but damn their mating might just rock. If you want to know what really happened, read the book.

I had a blast reading this story however it just felt a bit off. Not enough to make me not like the story but it just felt a bit rushed. Other than that issue, 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.

Maxi's Glass Heart by Maggie Walsh

Title: Maxi’s Glass Heart

Series: Sanctuary 01

Author: Maggie Walsh

Genre: Ménage, Paranormal

Length: Novella (153 pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (February 9, 2017)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Maxi is a small shifter who has come to Sanctuary in hopes of starting a new life and to find his mates. He is happily surprised when, on the same day, he meets both of his mates: Valor, a very large, sexy fae warrior, and Travis, a gorgeous wolf shifter who is a trainee at the facility in Sanctuary.

One passionate night together turns out to be a moment of pain for Maxi. Once his mates are done having their fun with him, they immediately take off without giving Maxi a second thought. After a week away, Valor and Travis return from a mission to try to talk to Maxi and apologize for leaving him, but they find that Maxi is not receptive to what they have to say. Maxi takes off, and Valor and Travis follow him.

But they are both confused when they find him and realize Maxi has no memory of them…

Note: This book contains double penetration.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-882-7

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/maxis-glass-heart

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: I have yet to read the angel pack series that this series is connected to. But after reading this book I will read them as soon as possible. I loved this story. It was full of misunderstandings and heartbreak as well as love and changing the way someone treats others. Maxi wants to find his mates as well as stay away from the trouble that is following him. He is happy in sanctuary and meets Valor, a fae warrior and Travis, a wolf shifter, who is training to achieve his goal of becoming something more than what everyone else expects.

After a hot encounter between the three Travis and Valor do something that had me shaking my head in disgust. They both rush out the door right after as they’re summoned for a mission. They do not even bother to say goodbye to Maxi or reassure him that he is more to them than a one night stand. Maxi is heartbroken and vows never again.

Really great story with the right amount of anger, love, suspense and I especially loved the way Travis and Valor grovelled to Maxi, and as well they should have. The mystery part of the book was outstanding.

I loved everything. Highly recommended.

Boston Bauble Party by Susan Laine

Title: Boston Bauble Party

Author: Susan Laine

Genre: Contemporary, Ménage, Erotic

Length: Novella (106pgs)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand (28^th June 2016)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥ 3.5 Hearts

Blurb: Liam feels sorely inadequate below the belt. To cheer him up, his roommate and best friend Troy scores for them a special invite to an exclusive and hush-hush Bauble Party held in a classy mansion in one of Boston’s upscale districts. When Liam discovers what the fancy soirée is actually about, he gets nervous and insecure, and wants to leave. Troy convinces him to stay by introducing him to Burton, a wealthy, self-made, clean-tech tycoon—who is also an experienced Dom befitting Liam’s submissive tendencies. It seems Liam and Burton are a match made in kink heaven. But where does that leave Troy with his secret and unrequited love for Liam? Perhaps an unusual party is exactly what these three men with big hearts need in order to learn that size isn’t everything and that they are better off with each other than without.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-367-9

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/boston-bauble-party

Reviewer: Prime

Review: I feel I need to write some sort of disclaimer on this one.

If it’s romance you’re after, then this probably isn’t the book for. If you like to read about a sexually explicit night at a sex party, then this is the book for you. I love Susan Laine’s writing and have enjoyed most of her books. To some extent I also enjoyed this one, but for me this is something that you really need to be in the mood for since it is high on the sex and low on the romance.

Best friends Liam and Troy are heading off to an invite only sex party, which Troy is adamant that Liam needs to attend. Liam has major self esteem issues because of how his body looks “below the belt”, a.k.a. his balls, and is willing to go as far as considering cosmetic surgery. Troy, who secretly loves his friend, doesn’t want Liam to mar his perfect body. That is why he is taking Liam to a “bauble party” to meet Burton. Burton himself explains that saying bauble party is much better than hearing teabagging party. Burton has his own imperfections, which makes his particular kink difficult to indulge – until Troy presents the perfect solution in Liam. What ensues is a really kinky three-way.

The romantic in me would have liked fewer details on the sex and would have loved to know about threesome beyond their night together. There is talk of them trying to make a three way relationship work, I just would have liked to have seen it, or had an epilogue to give me a glimpse into possibilities.

Hot Mess 3 by Stormy Glenn

Title: Hot Mess 3

Series: Hot Mess 03

Author: Stormy Glenn

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (160 Pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (December 1, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Two years ago, to the night, my world changed when Lt. Salvador Delvecchio rescued me from a beat down and decided I belonged to him. A year ago, he changed my life once again when he asked me to marry him. We were soul mates, which was why I was so confused that Sal wasn’t there to celebrate our anniversary.

As I sat there alone, waiting on Sal, I had to wonder if the things in life I found important, were important to Sal.

Two years ago, to the night, I found the man of my dreams and rescued him from a beat down. I grabbed onto him and refused to let go. I knew he felt the same when he agreed to marry me a year later. Lany would do everything to be with me, which was why I was so confused when he didn’t come right to the hospital when he learned of my injuries.

As I sat there alone, waiting on Lany, I had to wonder if the things in life I found important, were important to Lany.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-745-5

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/hot-mess-3

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: Now seeing as this series is all about our sexy Lany and his Sal, I would suggest starting with book one. Trust me you have got to find out how these two met, and how they got to be where they are at now. Also see what trouble our cute Lany can get into, however do not let that man drive your car.

Lany and Sal have been together for two years, and it is their anniversary. Now Lany has the night planned, but once again Sal is late. Lany is going to kick his ass. Well that is until he finds out that Sal is in the hospital. You would think being a cop that the man would know how to duck or roll. The moment going into the hospital gives him and Sal even more surprises that are in store for them.

Sexy men, a man with a gun, major drama, bad dudes, suspense and rescuing Lany is all in this book plus so much more. A brother long ago lost to Sal due to his parents, a baby boy nephew he didn’t know he had and some evil parents, if I was them I would have ran for cover. Just give Lany a good old fashion skillet, and if you want to know more pick up the book.

I love these guys, they are so much fun to read about it and the sass is always flowing from Lany. Who needs a gun with this guy is around. Trouble magnet and well you can guess what I was going to say next. I had a lot of fun reading this and look forward to the next book. I usually can’t stand a book where the main characters are the main characters throughout the series, but when it is these two guys I am going to be right there to grab it.

Stormy is one hell of an amazing author.

Midnight Romance by A.M. Halford

Title: Midnight Romance

Series: Itayu Lake #5

Author: A.M. Halford

Genre: Paranormal

Length: Novella (115 Pages)

Publisher: Siren Publishing (November 16, 2016)

Heat Level: Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Adriano has left his coven seeking solace away from the city life—and his cheating ex-boyfriend, Lyle. He comes to Itáyu Lake and discovers a complication he never wanted: Ignacio. Though he never wished to find his mate, Adriano isn’t dumb enough to ignore fate.

Ignacio was getting tired of waiting. After months of waiting on this lake, his mate still hadn’t showed. A full moon night changes that when Adriano literally drops from the sky and into his arms. He realizes he’s got a lot of work to do to convince his mate they belong together, but he’s willing to do it.

Instantly, sparks fly between the two. Their relationship is complicated when Adriano’s past follows him to Itáyu. In the middle of all this, Hunters have returned to figure out what happened to Butch and what is really going on at Spirit Valley and Itáyu Lake. When Ignacio and Adriano get involved, things turn dangerous—for both sides.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-598-7

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/midnight-romance

Reviewer: Lisa

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

It has been sometime between books and have forgotten how much I truly enjoyed this series. When a new book comes in, I usually go back and read the series once more to get caught up and sure enough I still found it quite enjoyable. The play of emotions, the quirky characters and the dangers of hunters are just a bit of what you get into with this book.

Adriano has been dating Lyle for close to eighteen months, but bringing a twink to their bed was the last straw. So he leaves his coven and almost ends up pancaked or fried. Yes you have guessed it our sexy man is a vampire. Thankfully his mate saves his butt and is about to have a fun time. That is until his goofball ex shows up.

Ignacio has wanted his mate for some time, and would you look at that. He just falls from the sky. However his mate hasn’t had the best of luck when it comes to mates. His father and mother ended their marriage when his father found his mate, and it didn’t go as planned. So he never really looked for his. Now Ignacio has to show him just how much fun a mate really is. That is while dealing with hunters and Lyle, of course if you want to know more you’re going to have to read the book. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

I enjoyed this story and the play between the characters. They are a blast to read about and I cannot wait for the next book to come out. I just hope it is not a really long wait. Although I was late finding this one so I am off to go check the book store. It is a fun story and I can guarantee that you will have fun reading it.

Bootilicious by Shea Balik

Title: Bootilicious

Series: Cedar Falls #17

Author: Shea Balik

Genre: Contemporary

Length: Novella (156 Pages)

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

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: From the moment ex-SAS officer Vicar Hunt met ex-Delta Force officer Lucian Frost, they couldn’t deny their instant attraction. Well, Lucian wasn’t about to deny it—Vicar, on the other hand, wanted to run as far as he could in the opposite direction. Why he ever thought he could fit in around others after all he’d experienced was asinine on his part. A mistake he never planned on making again, if he could just get to the safety of his home.

Lucian stared after the beauty that had run from his shop, Bootilicious, as if the hounds of hell were chasing him. Up until that moment, Lucian had never realized he’d wanted a man in his life. Since entering the military at eighteen, he’d been perfectly content with one-night stands, not having the time for anything more permanent. Now that he’d met Vicar, however, Lucian found himself more than ready to settle down.

Too bad Vicar didn’t feel the same.

Then again, Lucian always did like a challenge.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-614-4

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

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 started reading romance stories at the age of twelve and was always intrigued by the worlds that authors can come up with. Then a few years ago I read my first gay romance and I decided that there was just something about them that I liked more. I, like many, have favorites that we always follow and Shea Balik is one of those authors for me. There is just something about the worlds that she creates that keeps me captivated throughout the whole entire book. So much so that when a new book comes out, I must always start reading the very first book that leads up to this one.

I love how there is a serious tone to it, but that it is equally matched with humor. I can’t stand a book that has no humor in it, I would rather be laughing then just sitting there. And when you put Jesse and the others in the mix, well you know what crazy stuff is about to come.

Bigfoot is at it again, or so Jesse claims. Now his friends are lost in the woods looking for him. When that happens you send in an expert. Vicar is a moody young man who has lost quite a bit and he stays away from people if he can. That is until Jesse gets his hands on him. Then he meets the perfect man for him, but what does he do, he runs.

Lucian can tell from the moment that he met Vicar, that the man was his. He also knows a wounded soul who needs help and he can provide that. Now all he has to do is to get the man to stay in one place long enough to claim him.

To me there is nothing better than a good romance. I love them especially when there are some gorgeous men in some kinky situations. I also love how some of our men come in damaged and the guys will all gang up on him to help him. You can’t say that Jesse and his group don’t love those around them, because they show it in many ways. 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 Shea 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.

At Heaven's Gate by Jools Louise

Title: At Heaven’s Gate

Series: Spirit of Sage # 5

Author: Jools Louise

Genre: Contemporary, Ménage a Trois/Quatre, Paranormal, Shape-shifter, Western/Cowboys

Length: Novella (133 pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (January 23, 2017)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Aston has spent 25 years in prison, after a vicious cult attacked his parents, Herb and Kim. He was arrested for defending them and sent to a hell thousands of miles away from his home. Returning to Sage, Wyoming he finds that his parents are now dead, murdered after a deadly explosion, the town is being rebuilt…and twin sex kitten shifters who turn out to be his mates.

Kieran and Kevin, having had their own dealings with the cult, are ready to settle down with their sexy mate…and begin the seduction of their wary stud.

After years of misery, Aston finds himself at Heaven’s gate, but is he ready to take the plunge and accept his gorgeous blond bombshells? Kevin and his twin certainly think so, and soon have their badass beau just where they want him. But will their love and affection be enough to help chase the demons away and heal the lingering pain?

Note: This book contains double penetration.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-828-5

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/at-heavens-gate

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Such an emotional addition to the Spirit of Sage series. Aston is finally released from prison after serving twenty five years for murder. When he arrives at Sage he realizes things have changed and that his parents are gone. He meets sexy twins Kevin and Kieran. Those two are hard to resist but he gets off on the wrong foot with them.

Amid trying to start his life things he’s been through in prison come out. I bawled like a baby at the heinous things done to Aston while in prison. I hated the people who hurt and abused him. We find out that cult members were in the prison as well. As a result their devious deeds come to light.

These three men have been through so much by this cult that it was a wonder they could still function and be around others at all. I admired their determination to live instead of giving up. I loved that they helped each other when memories became too much to handle and when other prisoners showed up to work who had hurt Aston. It made my heart sing when the crew helped Aston when the past came back to haunt him.

Emotional and yet healing this story packs a punch. Highly recommended.

Interspecies Public Relations Officer by Jo Penn

Title: Interspecies Public Relations Officer

Series: Milson Valley # 4

Author: Jo Penn

Genre: Ménage a Trois/Quatre, Paranormal, Vampires/Werewolves

Length: Novella (136 pages)

Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc. (October 19, 2016)

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 5 Hearts

Blurb: Wizard Tudor Masters was working toward leaving his old coven when he had the misfortune of overhearing a Senator conspiring against the Council. Going into hiding, he ends up at the Armstrong coven, where he runs into a gorgeous wolf who denies they’re mates, and a fae prince who saves Tudor from vampires.

Caspar Morgan is scouting locations to relocate his fae guild. What he finds is a gorgeous wolf shifter who, instead of happily claiming Cas, bolts in the other direction and denies that Cas (and a smart wizard in danger from three different factions) are his mates.

While Luka, a very uniquely gifted wolf, flirts and keeps his distance emotionally, Tudor remains quiet and watchful and smells like cinnamon and ice cream. Cas will protect his mates, wait them out, lust after both, and put up with Luka’s numerous friends and family members who feel it necessary to stick their noses in and cause more chaos than help.

ISBN: 978-1-68295-561-1

Product Link: http://www.bookstrand.com/book/interspecies-public-relations-officer

Reviewer: Shorty

Review: Luka, a very special wolf shifter is sent on a public relations task only to discover one of the new fae’s looking for properties is his mate. He runs as fast as he can away from him due to his wanting to remain single. Caspar, leader of the fae, is shocked to discover he has two mates. One, Tudor, a wizard, who is in danger from a deranged vampire and a senator wanting him dead. The other a wolf shifter, Luka, who is a handful.

I loved this story. Each character had their own distinct personalities and flaws yet blended perfectly with each other. I love how this book sets up for future ones as there’s more than these three characters at play throughout.

Fantastic read.

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