Tag: Summer Devon

Releasing the Shifter by Summer Devon

releasing-the-shifterTitle: Releasing the Shifter
Series: Solitary Shifters, #3
Author: Summer Devon
Genre: Paranormal
Length: Novel (175 pages)
Publisher: Samhain Publishing (May 5th, 2015)
Heat level: Moderate
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥3.5 Hearts
Blurb: Montag is a monster. He doesn’t know what sort of creature he would turn into if he ever let himself shift, but he knows it’s something predatory and lethal. He fights back the urge to shift every day of his life, and has never dared get close to anyone—not that they want him to. He can literally smell their fear.

Kevin’s not scared of monsters. He works for the SSU, the agency in charge of tracking shifters—particularly the dangerous ones. When he and his young niece are kidnapped by her scum-bucket dad, he’s grateful to be rescued by Montag, whose curmudgeonly defenses can’t hide the kind man beneath.

As they work together to protect Kevin’s niece, attraction sizzles between them. But their relationship may not survive if Montag learns who writes Kevin’s paycheck—or if Montag dares to confront the inner monster he hates and fears.

ISBN: 978-1-63258-907-1

Product Link: https://www.samhainpublishing.com/book/5419/releasing-the-shifter

Reviewer: Lisa

Review: This is book three in the Solitary Shifter series and I would suggest reading them in order, however they can be read as a standalone.

This story is a bit different from the ones I usually read. It has a bit of darkness to it but it doesn’t take away from the story. It has a little bit of humor mixed in with a lot of serious tones to it. I was a bit divided with this story but I did enjoy it.

Montag is a shifter, but he isn’t sure what kind. He had shifted once when he was a child and for it his parents basically dumped him. His mother had taken off not long after his shift, but his father did last a bit longer. From the moment he had changed his father had called him a monster. He even believed it, deciding never to shift again. He had a solitary life and he didn’t much care for those around him. He just kept all of his feelings bottled up and his animal.

That is until he was asked to go get rid of some drug dealers who had moved into a farm outside of town. What he had not expected was to find a man and his niece trapped inside. Nor had he expected to start getting turned on by the sight of him.

Kevin was not afraid of monsters or shifters. In fact he worked for a company that basically policed them. There are a few that are very dangerous and he thinks that Montag is one of those types. Although he thinks Montag is the safest ones he has actually met.

Things heat up with them both, that is, until Montag finds out that he works for SSU. He realizes that the man and his niece have a bit of trouble listening to him. Not to mention Kevin’s sister is so dependent on her husband Ray that it is a scary thought to let them near Sassy. Ray and his bone head brother are into some major bad stuff. They had plans but when they kidnapped Kevin things were bound not to go their way. Especially when Kevin fell in love with the strong shifter. Montag would protect them all even if he has to protect them from himself.

It does have a happy ending, however for a bit, one is not too sure it was going to happen. Montag has many different signs that show how unnerving he can be. If he let his bad side out he could be a major problem, but he never wants to let his animal out. Maybe in time he will learn to trust his animal. He does know that he is falling in love. I did have a big kick out of this story. It doesn’t flow off the pages very easy though. It felt like to me one would pull teeth to get to the end. However for me once I started I couldn’t stop.

I truly enjoyed it and would recommend it to everyone.

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

Must Loathe Norcross by Summer Devon

must-loathe-norcrossTitle: Must Loathe Norcross

Series: N/A

Author: Summer Devon

Genre: Contemporary/Civic Mystery

Length: Novel (180 Pages)

Publisher: Samhain (November 25, 2014)

Heat Level: Moderate

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts

Blurb: When it comes to love, there’s no such thing as traveling light.

Born wealthy and ambitious, Grady once worked hard and played hard—so hard, it brought him to the brink of ruin. Now, after a five-year retreat into the contemplative life, he’s dipping a toe back into the real world.

Assigned to write a series of articles about a Connecticut valley’s small towns, Grady checks into a local hotel. And meets a bellhop who seems determined to show him around…and maybe indulge in a more intimate tour later on.

When Josh’s boss half-jokingly suggests he get on a first-name basis with the writer who could make or break their town’s reputation, Josh jumps at the chance. He dreams of seeing the world, but the man he thought might be his ticket out turns out to be less influential—and more attractive—than he expected.

Together they uncover a strange plot to detour Norcross’s tourist dollars, a plot that leaves Grady bruised and angry. Now they’ll have to decide how far they’ll go to save the town…and how far they’ll fall for each other.

Warning: Steaming-hot room service, delivered by a cute bellboy in uniform. Stolen towels will not be tolerated, but stolen hearts? Help yourself!

ISBN # 9781619224605

Product Link: https://www.samhainpublishing.com/book/5216/must-loathe-norcross

Reviewer: Gigi

Review: If you’ve ever served in any small town political capacity, or you’ve had to attend those endless chamber of commerce or city meetings…you will totally relate to this cute, funny little story. If you haven’t ever experienced those duties…you may have a hard time relating, but it’s still cute to see how many hats Josh wears.

Grady just came out of self-imposed solitary living among monks, trying to give up the vice that caused him so much harm. Once on the outside he agrees to help out his cousin, a famous travel writer, by taking this assignment to tour the towns of Norcross and Westbrook, and review for him, under his assumed identity.

If you come form a small town, maybe one with a dying or dead manufacturing past, you understand how important tourism is to the local economy and identity. So the small town of Norcross is investing a lot of time and manpower to make a good impression on Grady, or who they believe to be Geoffrey Michaels. Even to go so far as to pressure their local jack-of-all-trades, Josh, who also happens to be gay, to offer his “personal” touch to the tour.

The gig is quickly up and Josh and Grady realize the pressure they are both under, but still the sparks fly, the chemistry boils over and a love affair quickly ignites. The two also figure out what Grady’s cousin was going for when he mentioned to Grady that he must “loathe Norcross” and write about it. A bitter feud between two small towns, plus money and corruption soon uncover a plot to destroy Norcross businesses and reputation, and take opportunity away from this small valley town…

I never thought small town politics could be fun and sexy, but Summer Devon makes this twisted romance a great hub to spin this story out from. Again, it packs a bigger punch if you have civic service experience, but is still charming without it.

p.s. I do so love that bartender…Uncle Jackson. I need a bigger T-shirt collection…

Seducing Stephen by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon

20984784Title: Seducing Stephen, 2nd edition

Series:  N/A
Author: Bonnie Dee & Summer Devon

Genre: 1800’s English Historical

Length: Novel (155 pages)

Publisher: Duet Publishing (February 13th, 2014) previously released January 2010

Heat Level: Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4Hearts

Blurb: What does a jaded earl see in a studious young man? Everything he never knew he was missing. The dark, alluring Peter, Lord Northrup, is Stephen’s every nighttime fantasy made flesh and he’s in Stephen’s bed, ready for passion. When Peter discovers the bedroom mix-up, he’s ready to leave until Stephen begs him to teach him all the things he’s only imagined.

The two men, visitors at a country house, begin a delirious, passionate affair with Northrup as teacher and Stephen his eager student. Peter knows their liaison is about hot sessions of sexual exploration, not love–and backs away when he sees shy Stephen’s heart is involved. Passion and commitment can’t coexist for men like them.

But Peter is haunted by memories of the summer fling and the quiet young man he spurned. But he may have taught him Stephen too well the lessons of a cynical roué.

This is a previously published book.

Product Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/408598

Reviewer:   GiGi

Review: I thoroughly enjoy historicals. Especially set during the industrial revolution, because it is a time that changed the world and our entire society. The British aristocracy is falling and the middle class is rising, and that creates an interesting backdrop for our heroes.

Peter Lord Northrup is an established bachelor, used to stopping in at his friend’s kinky parties. He goes to his usual room to find a pleasant surprise waiting for him. They usually do provide a fun tryst for Stephen on weekends when parties are planned, only this is not that weekend, and the boy in his bed is not a gift of pleasure.

Lucky for Peter, the boy in his bed, Stephen, is curious and confused about his own sexuality, and happy to awaken to such a hot handsome dream.

Through a delicate cover of friends spending the weekend at a country estate, Peter and Stephen risk everything to explore many passionate encounters together. Their short time is hot and enlightening, and though Peter understands that they don’t stand a chance at love, Stephen’s heart is fully invested by the end of their encounters. Peter turns him away. Knowing the young man’s commitment to family, his education and his future stand in the way of any possible relationship, and Stephen’s heart becomes hardened, jaded as he leaves his love and lust behind.

Time provides more chance encounters, a couple engineered ones, and Lord Northrup can’t help but admit his heart was taken by the young passionate man he introduced to his secret world some time ago. Peter seeks out some acquaintances who have managed against odds to create a long-lasting, cohabiting, relationship as confirmed bachelors. Can the advice they give him work for Stephen and Peter, or will Stephen’s loyalty and commitment to his family business get in the way?

Plenty of melodrama and passion play out in this lovely novella. If you like historicals, you’ll thoroughly enjoy Seducing Stephen.

The Gentleman and the Rogue

7871930Title:  The Gentleman and the Rogue, 1st edition

Author: Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon 

Genre:   Historical Romance

Length:  Novel (163 pages)

Publisher:  Loose ID (March 17th 2010)

Heat Level:  Mild

Heart Rating:  ♥♥♥3Hearts

Blurb:   A lad from the streets meets a lord of the manor…

When Crimean war veteran Sir Alan Watleigh goes searching for sex, he never imagines the street rat he brings home for one last bit of pleasure in his darkest hour will be the man who hauls him back from the edge of the grave.

A night of meaningless sex turns into an offer of permanent employment. As Alan’s valet, Jem offers much more than polished boots and starched cravats. He makes Alan smile and warms his bed. Just as the men are adjusting to their new living arrangement, news about a former soldier under his command sends Sir Watleigh and Jem on the road to save a child in danger.

The journey brings them closer together as they travel from lust toward love. But is Alan’s love strong enough to risk society discovering the truth about him?

Product Link:  http://www.audible.com/search?advsearchKeywords=The+Gentleman+and+the+Rogue

Reviewer:   Tams

Review:  Alan Watleigh is a war veteran and a sodomite. He loathes himself for his secret attraction to men. He sets out to quench his thirst one last time before he ends his miserable existence. The last thing he expected to find in the dark gutters of the streets is the man that will breathe life back into his dying soul.

Jem is a homeless whore that sells himself for security and survival. As Alan, he has always known that his a

2nd edition, released Published March 13th 2013 by Duet Publishing
2nd edition, released
Published March 13th 2013 by Duet Publishing

ttraction was held only by the same sex. But when his mother, a whore herself, learned of his persuasion she disowned him and threw him out. Jem has done what he had to do over the years to stay alive and has become a decent rogue thief. Will Alan be his next mark?

What these two find in each other is the strength to become the men they should be. Jem is young and vivacious. He can make Alan smile even in the darkest times. Alan was ready to end his life until he found Jem. But Jem woke something up inside Alan and he makes him feel more alive than he ever has. Now he’s torn between his growing feelings for the young cad, and his desperation to keep his sexuality a secret.

I loved the concept of this story. The homeless kid from the streets full of piss and vinegar meets Mr. Darcy in all his ruffles and refinery.

The narration left a lot to be desired though. It ruined part of the book for me. It was liken to listening to an instruction manual on assembling a desk! I would still recommend this BOOK for your viewing pleasure, but skip the audio as it will turn you off what otherwise is an excellent story of struggle and loss and then the joy of finding love in the last place you expected it.

Thankfully I have this book on my Kindle as well so I can go back and read it, once I wash the bitter taste of the narration out of my mouth. ** Note; my 3 star review is based in huge part on the narration **

The Gentleman's Keeper by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon

17592491Title: The Gentleman’s Keeper

Series:   N/A
  
Author: Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon
 
Genre: Historical

Length: Novel

Publisher: Samhain Publishing Ltd. (July 9th, 2013)

Heat Level:  Explicit

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥4

Blurb: Confronting the darkness of his past, he finds the light of his future.

After years gadding about Europe, Everett Gerard can no longer avoid his responsibilities. Word has come that a child bearing the unmistakable Gerard stamp has shown up at the family estate—and he realizes it’s time to face his demons.

As his carriage nears the gates of home, he fights the urge to flee the memory of the horrible crime he witnessed as a child. Yet the Abbey delivers surprises and delights he never expected.

Miles Kenway was content with his quiet life as the Abbey’s bailiff, until the wild child, clearly a bastard son of some Gerard, upends his peace with constant pranks and mischief. And when the master of the house arrives, an unsettling attraction heats Miles’s blood.

As they clash over the fate of the ancestral land, they battle a powerful desire to grapple in ways that could disrupt the delicate balance between master and servant. But when the boy’s real sire appears, they must unite as only true fathers can to protect the boy whose mischievous charm has captured their hearts.

Product Link: http://store.samhainpublishing.com/gentlemans-keeper-p-72874.html

Reviewer:   GiGi

Review: Dee and Devon spin a magnetic tale of two very different men coming together under social and familial difficulties, finding love through a common goal. Namely, to raise and care for a wild, abandoned boy whose heart, not his parentage, matter. The obvious struggles of social class, master/servant, hiding their romantic nature, and raising a wounded, insecure child combine to create plenty of drama, heat, and suspense. I was ensnared by the characters so much I wanted more! I wanted to see this family blend, observe the sister’s reactions, see how they handled raising the boy as more years advanced. I do enjoy family drama and historical romance. and if you do too, I’d recommend this read!

The Tail of a Dog by Summer Devon

18038958Title: The Tail of a Dog

Series: Love Has No Boundaries
  
Author: Summer Devon
 
Genre: Contemporary/Pet’s POV

Length: Short Story (36 pages)

Publisher: Goodreads (June 4th, 2013)
Heat Level:  Low

Heart Rating: ♥♥♥3

Blurb: Dear Author,
This is me, the adorable one in the picture, yes the one on the left. You won’t believe what I had to go through with the two cuties next to me! And what will lie ahead of us? Please help telling our story!

Photo Description:
A smiling dark-haired guy in his twenties or thirties is apparently driving a car. Another man, perhaps a little younger, also with short dark hair, is resting his head on the driver’s shoulder, eyes closed, and a faint smile on his face. Behind them on the backseat is a dog, probably a Weimaraner, and all we see of it is the dog’s big head, eyes closed, its chin on the resting man’s neck. All three look utterly contented.tumblr_mg05ha7hrR1rj4an5o1_500

This story was written as a part of the M/M Romance Group’s “Love Has No Boundaries” event. Group members were asked to write a story prompt inspired by a photo of their choice. Authors of the group selected a photo and prompt that spoke to them and wrote a short story


Product Link: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18038958-the-tail-of-a-dog

Reviewer:   GiGi

Review: If you are a dog lover, this story will melt your heart. It is from the lost dog’s POV, so of course you have dog humor, odd scents, puppies, and puppy love. There is only a bit of alluded to physical love, but our Main Character, or main dog as it were, sure does do a great job of bringing her two rescuers together. Short, but sweet, and loveable if you love dogs…and even if you’re a cat person. 🙂