Review: Marriage Contract: Rules of Order Book One

Marriage Contract: Rules of Order Book One by Jade Alanson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



When I first started reading this story I wasn't so sure about it because Sean seemed a bit severe and unbending but as the story begins to unfold my opinion changed. As you get to know Bridget you realize she is making really destructive choices and has not been helped in more conventional methods. She responds well to Sean's brand of help and you have to admire a man who is willing to put in the hard work and not just walk away from a new marriage when the truth is revealed. You can also see that Bridget is on the way to making better choices and getting stronger by the end as well.



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Review: Hot Hands

Hot Hands by Erica Pike

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Very interesting set up. Casper keeps feeling someone touching him and he's determined to figure out who it is. Things start to heat up and suddenly he's afraid that its a cruel joke from some bullies and yet he is drawn to his stalker. I like how this plays out and how there isn't an easy resolution to the confusion.



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Review: Cowboy Shuffle

Cowboy Shuffle by Cat Johnson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Shooter and Ellen have been fussing at one another for a while but first he has a dream about her and then he finds her on a dating site. He decided that he needs to protect her. Things just get really mixed up from there. I like how both of them just sort of fell into their feelings for each other. Fun story.



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Review: Family Matters

Family Matters by Tymber Dalton

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This is the on-going story of Nevvie, Tyler, and Thomas. They now have a child and have settled into life together and then BAM. Boy does life through them some terrible curves. There is so much packed into the story...life, death, family drama, secrets solved, and recovery. The emotions run really strong in this story. Knowing a family effected by head trama and how it effected personality Thomas' recover rang very true to life. Can't wait to get the next installment.



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Review: Two Old-Fashioned Men

Two Old-Fashioned Men by Laylah Roberts

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Cam and Kent are brothers and have shared a woman before. Kent has felt a bit more burnt and figures he'll step back for Cam. Bryony shows up in a storm. They are both drawn to her and she is drawn to them but she feels so bad about herself she can't believe they would really want her. I love how the brothers really fit well with each other to give Bryony what she needed. You could feel how much they loved and cared both for each other and for Bryony. I hope this family will have another installment because the little bit with Frankie seemed like a teaser.



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Review: The Wrong Impression

The Wrong Impression by James Ryder

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



This was a great story of overcoming your past to find a the possibility of a new future. This was an interesting take on coming out.



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Review: Above the Dungeon

Above the Dungeon by SM Johnson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



I won this book as a prize in the MM Romance birthday party. Wow, this story is so hot. Jeff has been with Roman for a long time but he loves to fall in love but suddenly Roman has noticed someone else. Dare has run away from his life and is being drawn into this new life. I loved how you really got into both Jeff and Dare's head to see the story from the both the perspective of someone who has lived the lifestyle and someone who doesn't have a clue but seems drawn to the lifestyle. Roman is so much of both men's world but you realize how they are part of his as well. My favorite quote that illustrates this point is found on p127(on my nook)Jeff is thinking, "Surely I created Roman the Master as effectively as he created Jeff the slave, through my ability and willingness to be transparent, to share with hime my darkest desires, holding nothing back."



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Review: Taken by Force

Taken by Force by Carolyn Faulkner

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



This book consists of two stories with a similar them but with two very different outcomes. So I will give some thoughts on the separate stories. The 4 star rating is a composite.

The first is Born to be Bred, by Carolyn Faulkner. I give this one 3 stars. I love Faulkner stuff but for some reason this story didn't grab me like her works usually do. Maybe it part it comes from just finishing "Against Her Will" that had a very powerful punch or that this was really a short read. This one just seemed to be a bit flat. You really didn't get the motivation of the main evil doctor and you also didn't get as much into the lady's head as much as some of the other stories.

The second is Breeding the Virgin Goddess, by Korey Mae Johnson. I would give this one 5 star rating and it alone is worth the purchase of this book. This story while also short really gives you a feeling of building relationships despite the forced situation. I found the characters to be interesting and having personality.



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Review: Flower Passage: Tarkan's Return

Flower Passage: Tarkan's Return by Liz Crowe

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This story is such a wonderful wrap up to the series. It is a strong and powerful story that doesn't sugar coat the reality of great physical and mental suffering. I found myself wiping my eyes more than once getting through this story. It affirms the fact that life comes with joys and sorrows.



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Review: Delicious Sinn

Delicious Sinn by Adrianna Dane

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Sinn has been used and abused and pretty much running from himself and his needs. Will wants him but as they get started he realizing healing him is even more important. This story is delicious with a raw edge and burning need. Great story. Andranna thanks for your contribution.



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Review: Shadow Dance

Shadow Dance by Cherie Noel

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



I guess the very things that many reviews found difficult I found endearing. I think it celebrates what makes us different and lets us have fun with misunderstandings. I like the possibility of love and each still figuring each other out. I also like not just the two main characters but the complete supporting cast as well. Everyone is a big and larger then life but was a part of this book's charm. I look forward to reading more. Thanks Cherie for your contribution.



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Review: Ally and Jake: An Ageplay Story

Ally and Jake: An Ageplay Story by Laylah Roberts

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Both Jake and Ally come from previous age-play relationships that didn't end well but for very different reasons. You realize how strong Ally is in so many ways to seek what she needs despite her fears. Jake is strong and caring is truly wants Ally to get what ever helps she needs even if he's not the one to provide it. I like how the story has a happy ending but you can feel that this relationship is still not all it can be and they are still a work in progress. Would love to see more of Ally and Jake.



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Review: The School Bully

The School Bully by Fiona Wilde

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



What's worse then coming back and facing the ghosts that were your high school years. Having to do that when your worst enemy turns out to be the guy in charge. The story is good but I felt the ending was just a bit rushed not sure I could forgive and forget quite that fast.



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Review: Serendipity Ranch

Serendipity Ranch by Breanna Hayse

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Serena is a brat and from the moment she crosses Preston's path they seem to be on a collision course. I really like how Preston was patient and caring without being patronizing. He really cared about giving people a chance and a true respect for women and their talent. This story finds a great balance between adult love and feeding the needy inner child. Preston shows that you can be in charge without being overbearing and rewards effort without expecting perfection. Very sweet romance.



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Review: Against Her Will

Against Her Will by Carolyn Faulkner

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Sometimes its interesting to dip into something that is a bit darker than your normal read. Cassandra is really a bitch and treats those around her as inferior no matter what their station but she is especially true of her slave. So you almost cheer at the ironic twist of fate that lands her a situation that is the same yet different. This story is well written and draws you in "against your will".



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Review: Opening Moves

Opening Moves by Sean Michael

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This story is hot and yet has lots of emotion as well. Great writing that takes what could just be a hot sex story and turns it into an embrace of caring and friendship. Loved how all the players had concern that everyone was getting their needs met. Can't wait to see how this relationship continues to progress.



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Review: The Charles Smith Method

The Charles Smith Method by Carole Archer

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This story turned out much different then I expected but it was very, very good. Jenny is really down to her last chance to get her life together and Charles offers exactly what she needs to pull it together. There seems to be jealously at first with his housekeeper but that chances through the story in a big way.



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Review: Burned

Burned by Eliza Gayle

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Ruby has been obsessed with fire and she's drawn to submission but she's in big denial about that even when watching Zane the Dom playing with fire. This seems like a pretty normal story set up but this story adds a few elements that make it unique. Ruby comes from a lifestyle family and she knows she's not like her mom so she's having a hard time realizing that she can be submissive but on a totally different level. Also, her fascination with fire had led her to change from firefighter to investigator for her own safety. It is interesting to watch her battle with herself to figure out what she needs and that its okay to want it.



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Review: Deuce's Dancer: Journey Series Book 4

Deuce's Dancer: Journey Series Book 4 by Patricia Green

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



I found that this installment in the journey series to have a big impact. It was interesting to see how different in many ways Deuce is from his on the ranch family and yet he retains so much of the same family values. Pilar is such a strong character and has achieve so much despite everything that life had through at her you can't help but cheer her on and in turn root for her and Deuce as a couple.



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Review: Logan's Choice

Logan's Choice by Shannon West

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Oh my gosh each of these stories in this series continue to draw you in deeper and deeper into the lives of this pack and their fight for survival. This story adds new twist and turns to the story. The complexity of this new relationship along with all the dramatic aspects of this story made it hard to put down. I can't wait to read the next installment.



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Review: The Street Urchin: The Land of Khys Book Two

The Street Urchin: The Land of Khys Book Two by Nattie Jones

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



The book gets your attention by starting with a robbery. The political intrigue is fascinating and is much a part of the story as the spanking and the developing relationships. This was a very dramatic read.



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Review: Return to Pebblesville

Return to Pebblesville by Tabitha Black

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



It's hard to image a whole age-play based society but its fun to take a peak. I like how this story pointed out that just like in any society there are those who show true love and affection and those who will take advantage of their authority. This story also allows you to see that the women don't just accept their life without some struggles to understand. While I admired how David worked to change one husband's mind about how to treat his wife I thought the method was a bit unkind to Sara and that's where the 4 star rating comes from.



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Review: Beyond Duty

Beyond Duty by S.J.D. Peterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Really like watching these two big strong guys tip-toeing around their feelings. Just couldn't wait to cheer them on at their retirement party.



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Review: Live Love...Last

Live Love...Last by G.A. Hauser

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



I really enjoyed this quick read. It was fun to see two shy guys hook up almost accidentally. Because it turned out they "knew" each other through the on-line gaming world their quickly building relationship seemed to work and make sense.



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Review: Half Way to Love

Half Way to Love by Tressie Lockwood

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



What a way to meet a potential date...show up to give him a break up singing telegram. It's not surprising that trust issues surface. I like this story but felt that they feel into the relationship a bit fast given the first meeting. I think the reconnect worked though because they both had time to move on and really give the thought of a relationship with each other.



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Review: Opposites Distract

Opposites Distract by Stephani Hecht

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Neither one was the other ones type yet Pryce is sure that Clayton is the one. Clayton is not quite ready to fall for Pryce's line and it almost ends in disaster.



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Review: Paging Dr Scott

Paging Dr Scott by Rosina Scott

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



I like the humor of a near hook up at a bar and the next day realizing this guy is your doctor. I like that Sheridan had the integrity to assign Darcy to a new doctor but I thought his selection was cute. This is a cute love story but I think I would have enjoyed a bit more.



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Review: 31 Flavors

31 Flavors by Leia Shaw

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



I enjoyed this book and liked seeing the development of the relationship between Sidney and Rick. It was interesting to see the more true to life story but in some ways I missed the perfection that is fiction.



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Review: Stephan's Decree

Stephan's Decree by Audrey Joseph

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



While this story focuses mainly on Stephan and Regina we also get a glimpse of some of Stephan's friends and what is going on in their lives as well. I really enjoyed the care you felt in each of the couples' relationships as well as the strong bond between the guys.



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Review: Wicked Sisters

Wicked Sisters by Loki Renard

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This story has lots of drama but there is a dash of humor as well. The sisters learn the hard way that things are never as black and white as they seem. It a great story of sometimes your worst enemy is really the one who has your back.



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Review: Eye on the Ball

Eye on the Ball by Shelley Munro

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



While this is well written story I didn't seem to connect with the characters as much as I like to. It seemed like so much of their interactions were forced not on the other guy but that they were forcing themselves. The ending seemed a bit abrupt as well but that could be because of the short length of the book.



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Review: Odd

Odd by Leigh Ellwood

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



What a fun way to introduce the topic of opposites attract then an "Odd Couple" theme party. Drew is looking for love and in trying to protect himself he almost blows it. Thankfully, Greg feels pretty strongly and while he's ready to kill "Rick" he decides to give Drew a change to explain.



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Review: Psyched Out

Psyched Out by Patricia Green

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This story should be dedicate to everyone who has felt awkward or has had one of those truly embarrassing moments. It's nice to know that sometimes this moments can actually turn out to be a sweet beginning and not the end of the world.



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Review: Priceless

Priceless by Cat Grant

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This story is powerful and disturbing. The most disturbing thing is that it seems to totally real and possible. It hurts to think how many of are smartest young people are having to put themselves at risk to try and obtain their dreams and how condemned by others they must feel. This story has lots of dark and painful issues I'm so thankful that Conner was willing to put his feelings first not just in acceptance but to be willing be patient and not give up on love.



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Review: Teach Me, Master

Teach Me, Master by Qwillia Rain

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



More like 4.5. A chance meeting leads to something more and seems to fulfill every fantasy. I love how this book didn't just show the couple jumping into a scene together. It showed how it took some time and also it showed some of the internal conflict this type of relationship can bring.



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Review: Smashed into Pieces

Smashed into Pieces by Scarlet Blackwell

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



A new sheriff and a new tenant across the lake. At first I was afraid this would be a repeat of the same story but this story is complete original. Finn has been so abused for so long by Dominic that he has a hard time believing that anyone would help him let alone love him for himself. It was wonderful to see him slowly realize his own worth as seen through Brandon's eyes.



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Review: The Vampire's Lash

The Vampire's Lash by Nattie Jones

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



I really would put this firmly at 3.5 mainly because vampire stories aren't my top favorite. This story is well written but there is so much fear and confusion along with an unsettled ending effected my rating.



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Review: The Winding Arm: The Sam McGee Series Book Three

The Winding Arm: The Sam McGee Series Book Three by Laura Smith

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



You can really feel the tension in this final installment as it builds through out the story. I felt even more drawn into the lives of the characters. It was interesting to see how the finally show down between the girls play out. Also, how Van, Tyson, and Andria begin to really think about the reality of their relationship.



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Review: Starla's Savage: The Neverland Colony Book One

Starla's Savage: The Neverland Colony Book One by Courage Knight

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This stories opens with a ship full of young women and one old man. The women have been kept young. When the girls are allowed to mature things become even rougher. They end up crash landing and find the men they have been waiting for have had to raise themselves and have a lot to learn. Starla ends up with Leo and while it's rough at first they turn out to be well suited for each other. The men are an interesting mix because they are strong and capable of survival despite having no education. The fantasy element is fun and enhances the story. Can't wait to read the next installment in this series.



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Review: The Only Easy Day

The Only Easy Day by R.J. Scott

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



This next installment in the Sanctuary series continues the on going saga revolving around the death of Elizabeth. This time it gets even more personal. The story is full of strong men and violent action in the ongoing job of bringing down the bad guys. I really enjoyed this story of look forward to the next installment.



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Review: Earth and Sun, Cedar and Sage

Earth and Sun, Cedar and Sage by Margaret Mills

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



It was great to have a short Christmas visit with these two friends. I really like that while it might not be politically correct usage in our day that the author uses the words and ideas that would be appropriate for the era in both spoken word and in the internal thoughts as well.



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Review: Tulip Princess

Tulip Princess by Liz Crowe

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Sometimes we forget how the death one person can have such an impact on the ones left behind. Lale is really out of control and her family doesn't know what they can do to stop her downward spiral. But between her SIL and Madame Eve Lale finds what she needs to feel her pain instead of run from it. Would love to be a fly on the wall when she brings a Greek home to meet the family though.



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Review: Colters' Promise

Colters' Promise by Maya Banks

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



I really enjoyed this reconnection with the whole Colter family. A beautiful story as the younger generation begin to settle down and start their own lives.



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Review: Some Like it Rough

Some Like it Rough by Gale Stanley

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



Interesting blend of dark elements and the beginning of love. Couldn't put it down.



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Review: Spanking Her Highness: The Journey Series, Book Three

Spanking Her Highness: The Journey Series, Book Three by Patricia Green

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Another great edition to the Journey Family series. Queenie is strong and determined but Will doesn't back down either. Add in a bit of a mystery on the side and you have a great trip to a HEA.



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Review: The Preacher's Dilemma

The Preacher's Dilemma by Joannie Kay

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



This story has lots of action and we get to see not only the "Preacher" and Jennifer but also Q and his girl. Even Jennifer's mother gets involved and finds herself with a tough man of her own. While I love take charge kind of guys sometimes in this story I thought they could have been just a bit more understanding. But I really loved the ending so ended up with a solid 4 star rating.



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