This book popped close to the top of the list when I began to intentionally search out urban fantasy stories emphasizing queer characters instead of queer paranormal romances. A difference between the two exists, even when one of the central characters in this book has a paranormal ability. The romance between Josh and Ewan is … Continue reading Book Review: Spirited Situation (Ghostly Guardians #1) by Louisa Masters
Book Review: Magi Accounts Series by Michele Notaro
This post includes reviews of the currently available books in the Magi Accounts series: Our Hearts That Tie Us (#0.5)The Scars That Bind Us (#1)A Kiss to Revive Me (#1.5) Our Hearts That Tie Us (Magi Accounts #0.5) This novella is available as a free download via Prolific Works as part of the Your Book Boyfriend’s Boyfriend … Continue reading Book Review: Magi Accounts Series by Michele Notaro
Book Review: Oh So Oscar (Forever Love #3) by Charlie Novak
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Forever Love series: Always Eli (#1)Finding Finn (#2) This book gives the final son of the sprawling combined family that has threaded its way into every corner of Novak's shared book universe his happily ever after. So far, Oscar's travel-writer lifestyle (and London home base) means that he … Continue reading Book Review: Oh So Oscar (Forever Love #3) by Charlie Novak
Book Review: Land of Enchantment by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
Though this novel involves the "east meets west" theme I've come to adore from the co-written books by Payne and Tortuga, it is also a departure from the formula in that Mason is not some posh city guy. Instead, the major difference has more to do with their relative life experience. Levi is only 5 … Continue reading Book Review: Land of Enchantment by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
Book Review: Pretty Toxic (Pretty Broken #2) by J.R. Gray
Read my review of the first book in the Pretty Broken series, Pretty Toxic. The second book in the series set around the rock band Pretty Broken features keyboardist and writer Lowe and the romance arc he shares with his best friend Saint, a solo pop artist. This book does stand alone, but it continues … Continue reading Book Review: Pretty Toxic (Pretty Broken #2) by J.R. Gray
Review: Any Given Lifetime by Leta Blake
I love that the back cover description of this book says it includes "some angst." Have some tissues handy for at least the first two-thirds of the book. This science-fantasy romance (not sure how else to describe it) doesn't pull its punches for any of the characters, regardless of their ages. Neil and Joshua don't … Continue reading Review: Any Given Lifetime by Leta Blake
Book Review: Redeemed (Soulmates #3) by Liv Rancourt
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Soulmates series: Soulmates (#1)Tested (#2) If books 1 and 2 in this series focus on conflicts that affect David and Connor, the biggest plot element for book 3 surrounds Trajan. Things have been tense with his vampire maker since the very beginning of these stories, but Betancourt’s order … Continue reading Book Review: Redeemed (Soulmates #3) by Liv Rancourt
Book Review: Warwick (Rebel Sky Ranch #4) by Kelly Fox
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Rebel Sky Ranch series: Goodnight (#1)Sparrow (#2)Navarro (#3) If you’ve read this far in the Rebel Sky Ranch series (which you should, because all the books are fantastic), you should know by now that you’re not getting out of here without shedding a few tears. In … Continue reading Book Review: Warwick (Rebel Sky Ranch #4) by Kelly Fox
Book Review: Waiting on Forever (Carnal Tower #2) by E.M. Lindsey
Read my review of the first book in the Carnal Tower series, Shades of Lust. One of the similarities between this book and the first in the series that I noticed, which may or may not be a trend for the rest of the books, is that the heat level is very much on the … Continue reading Book Review: Waiting on Forever (Carnal Tower #2) by E.M. Lindsey
Book Review: Out of the Ashes (The Games #5) by Cara Dee
Read my reviews of the previous books in The Games series: Top Priority (#1)Their Boy (#2)Breathless (#3)Doll Parts (#4) Though my favorite of this series is one of the previous installments, it can simultaneously be true that this series keeps getting better and better with each new story. Every title stands alone and focuses on different characters and their … Continue reading Book Review: Out of the Ashes (The Games #5) by Cara Dee
Book Review: Sons of the Fallen Series by Jaclyn Osborn
This post includes reviews of the currently available books in the Sons of the Fallen series: Galen (#1)Castor (#2)Daman (#3)Gray (#4) Galen (Sons of the Fallen #1) Paranormal romance featuring angels and demons have always been a mixed bag for me, but Amazon kept throwing the first book of the series into my recommendations list. … Continue reading Book Review: Sons of the Fallen Series by Jaclyn Osborn
Book Review: Thick as Thieves (Aster Valley #4) by Lucy Lennox
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Aster Valley series: Winter Waites (#0.5)Right as Raine (#1)Sweet as Honey (#2)Hot as Heller (#3) Lennox saved the best for last in this sweet romance series that centers on a small ski town in Colorado. This particular installment leans heavily into certain romance tropes, such as "best friends to lovers" … Continue reading Book Review: Thick as Thieves (Aster Valley #4) by Lucy Lennox
Book Review: Flying Blind by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
I loved the progression of the relationship between January and Hawk in this book. It boils down to “one-night stand” to “sexy weekend fling” to “casually meeting up across the country” to “oops, I think we’re dating” to “okay, I guess we’re in love and all-in now.” This arc includes plenty of highs and lows, … Continue reading Book Review: Flying Blind by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
Book Review: Mad Man (Necessary Evils #5) by Onley James
Read my reviews of the previous books in the Necessary Evils series: Unhinged (Necessary Evils #1)Psycho (Necessary Evils #2)Moonstruck (Necessary Evils #3)Damaged (Necessary Evils #3.5)Headcase (Necessary Evils #4) It would have been so easy for this author to continue the same trend she has established in previous books, of a Mulvaney brother falling into attachment with a new character involved in … Continue reading Book Review: Mad Man (Necessary Evils #5) by Onley James
Book Review: Rearranged (Do-Over #1) by E.M. Denning
One of the best things about following an author on social media is getting to experience the full evolution of a story, from conception to publication. I followed along as Denning mentioned binge-reading all the arranged marriage trope romances she could find and then as she spoke about writing her own. So, it was pretty … Continue reading Book Review: Rearranged (Do-Over #1) by E.M. Denning
Book Review: Wrecked by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
The first half or so of this book is an emotional sucker punch. It left me, dare I say, a bit wrecked. Even if emotional angst is your jam, have some tissues handy. However, all the pain is worth it as the authors slowly reveal the full story of estranged husbands Beckett and Skyler. The … Continue reading Book Review: Wrecked by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
Book Review: Working Dogs Series by J.R. Gray
This post includes reviews of the books currently available in the Working Dogs series: Sitting Ducks (#0.5)Scapegoat (#1) Sitting Ducks (Working Dogs #0.5) This novella is available as a free download via Prolific Works as part of the Your Book Boyfriend’s Boyfriend M/M Romance Group Giveaway 2022. This novella is a study in extremes for me. I … Continue reading Book Review: Working Dogs Series by J.R. Gray
Book Review: Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall
This book isn’t usually the Regency romance we get, but it is absolutely one we deserve. I giggled so much while reading this delightful story that the spouse thought I was losing my mind. As usual, Hall’s excellent use of language in both the narrative and dialogue of this tale elevated it from potential massive … Continue reading Book Review: Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall
Book Review: Dark Space Series by Lisa Henry
This post includes reviews of the books in the Dark Space series: Dark Space (#1)Darker Space (#2)Starlight (#3) Dark Space (Dark Space #1) Me, before reading this book: I’m sure this will be a fun science fiction romance with some alien tech shenanigans!Me, at about 90% through this book: Don’t mind me, I’m just sobbing … Continue reading Book Review: Dark Space Series by Lisa Henry
Book Review: Legends of Lobe den Herren Series by A.J. Sherwood
This post includes reviews of the books in the Legends of Lobe den Herren series: Fourth Point of Contact (#1)Zone of Action (#2) Fourth Point of Contact (Legends of Lobe den Herren #1) Sherwood makes some interesting worldbuilding decisions that gave me pause at a few points during this story. However, it is obvious that … Continue reading Book Review: Legends of Lobe den Herren Series by A.J. Sherwood