Author: J.L. Gribble
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Review: Misfits by Garrett Leigh
I’ve seen this book recommended in multiple places as an example of excellent MMM romance, which is the original reason that I picked it up. However, more exists to the story and characters, even if the premise (two men in a long-term open relationship fall for a third) is precisely…
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Review: Ever After Series by Tanya Chris
Aftercare (Book 1) I can’t remember the last time I was so engrossed by a legal thriller. As a bonus, Chris also sucked me into the burgeoning romance between Garrett and Aayan. Usually, in these kinkier romances, it’s the Dom introducing a potential sub to the lifestyle. Here, it’s the…
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STEEL JUSTICE Cover Reveal & Preorder Links
Coming July 28 Set in an alternate near future, Steel Justice is the sixth book in the Steel Empires series and the first time that part of the story is told from the perspective of warrior-mage Kane Nalamas. The world of Steel Empires is one where elves, vampires and shapeshifters co-exist openly…
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Review: Time Served Series by Onley James
Endangered Species (Book 1) I won’t lie: I originally had zero plan to read this series. A prison love story held zero appeal to me, and the step-brother aspect put me off further. Except I love this author, and I especially love this author’s Elite Protection series. So, the fact…
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Review: The Other Side of Here by E.M. Lindsey
I knew going into this book that it would wreck me, both because of one of the characters’ relationship situation and how well Lindsey manipulates language to tug at the heartstrings. I did not expect two of the characters to share a similar history—one in the immediate context and one…
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Review: The Quiet House (Black & Blue #2) by Lily Morton
A group of paranormal specialists and investigators are gathered at a supposedly haunted house. We’ve probably all read this story before. Except this version happens to include the mysterious and amazing Blue Billings, with boyfriend Levi and mentor Tom along for the ride. What results is decidedly more in the…
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Review: The Boy Series by J.A. Rock & Lisa Henry
The Good Boy (Book 1) From the back cover description, I expected this to be a short book with a meet-cute, some kinky fun, and maybe a bit of a low-angst dark moment before the happily ever after. Instead, I got a solid romance arc, fascinating and three-dimensional main and…
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Review: Lonely Hearts Series by Kate Hawthorne
This post includes reviews of the currently available books in the Lonely Hearts series: His Kind of Love (#1) The Colors Between Us (#2) Love Comes After (#3) Until You Say Otherwise (#4) His Kind of Love (Book 1) This dark romance is deceptive, in that even as I was…
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Review: We Have Till Monday by Cara Dee
Read my review of We Have Till Dawn, an earlier-published work that features Anthony’s younger brother. As much fun as I have tracking romance plot points now that I’m familiar with the structure, it never ceases to amaze me how diverse the genre can be. I’ve read both MMM and…
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Review: High Lonesome by Tanya Chris
Sometimes I read books despite the trigger warnings at the end of the back-cover blurb. In this case, I picked this book because of one of the trigger warnings. I have a professional interest in HIV due to my day job, and I’m always interested in seeing how HIV and…
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Review: Dual Destruction (Duality #1) by Kate Hawthorne
This book verges on dark romance territory only because of the love-hate dynamic between the two heroes, including the levels and limits (or lack thereof) to their sexual relationship. I highly recommend reading the free prequel available on the author’s website, “Dual Hostilities,” to see whether these characters may be…
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May Wrap-Up & June Goals
It’s a gorgeous day outside, and summer is my favorite season, so I’m here to celebrate a great month and look forward to an even better one. I am now fully vaccinated, so I got to hang out with my best friend in person for the first time in nearly…
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Con Report: Balticon 55
For the second year in a row, the Baltimore Science Fiction Society hosted their annual convention, Balticon, as a virtual, online event. The perk to this is enjoying panels from the comfort of my own home; the drawback is the lack of social connection I generally enjoy at in-person events.…
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Review: After Oscar Series by Lucy Lennox & Molly Maddox
IRL: In Real Life (Book 1) I’m not one for texting/sexting or sending intimate photos by text, so the basic premise of this “meet-cute” didn’t initially speak to me. However, the authors quickly turn the dynamic sexy AF, and they also don’t leave the reader hanging about who is on…
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Review: Extracurricular Activities Series by Neve Wilder
Want Me (Book 1) Going into this book, I knew that it was initially published as a series of novellas for the author’s newsletter. With that premise, I expected a fairly light, if incredibly sexy, read about two characters who hook up until they end up in a real relationship.…
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Virtual Balticon 55 Schedule!
This year is Balticon 55, hosted by the Baltimore Science Fiction Society, and for the second (and hopefully final) year, all events are free to attend online! Check out the full schedule and attend panels at your leisure over Memorial Day weekend, May 28-31. Find full info here. My personal…
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Review: The Gentle Art of Fortune Hunting by K.J. Charles
Charles brings many of my favorite things about her writing to this book, such as dynamic and memorable characters and the politics of family and society. Robin and Hart clash immediately, which of course means that they are meant for each other. Hart sees through Robin and his sister’s fortune-hunting…
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Review: May the Best Man Win by J.R. Gray & Kate Hawthorne
I’m already a solid fan of Hawthorne, but a friend encouraged me to also check out works by Gray, so this seemed like the perfect option. This book is a fun enemies-to-lovers romance with a dash of kink and plenty of wedding shenanigans, so basically lots of my favorite things.…
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Review: Proficiency Bonus (Roll For Love #3) by Charlie Novak
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Roll For Love series: Natural Twenty (#1) Charisma Check (#2) Disclaimer: I received an electronic advanced review copy of this book from the author. Novak teased a relationship between Jason and Lewis in the epilogue of her previous book, leaving me…
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Review: Protectors Series by Sloane Kennedy
This post contains reviews for the books currently available in the Protectors series: Absolution (Book 1) Salvation (Book 2) Retribution (Book 3) Forsaken (Book 4) Vengeance (Book 5) A Protector’s Family Christmas (Book 5.5) Discovering Daisy (Book 5.6) Atonement (Book 6) Revelation (Book 7) Redemption (Book 8) Defiance (Book 9)…
