Week 25 - 37

Just Dex by Jodi Payne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the way that the person who brought them together is a part of both of their pasts but neither one gives the vibe that they really new him. I also love how you are allowed to see that Dex is a bright and capable person but is also in need of support to truly thrive. Cy is also a complex character and you see he also goes through changes as their relationship with each other develops. There have some crisis points and it is in the way they move through these moments that really creates the power of this story. This story was a really wonderful read.

View all my reviews Magpie by Piper Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really love the suspense that was allowed to build in the beginning of their relationship and how their bond was forged almost in the fire. I think this bonding was what really set up the way the later dramatic moment plays out and the effect that it has on Reynard. And Misha is such a strong and determined man that he doesn't accept things just because they are.
I listened to the audio version which was very well done.

View all my reviews Lone Star Hearts: The Complete Series by Susi Hawke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Review - I listened to the box set as an audio book. I enjoyed this series of stories very much. It is a great set of stories that span many different types of situations and building relationships between the different brothers.
1 - Found in Beaumont - Beau, Lukas and Gideon - This story is so sweet. I love the relationship that Lukas and Gideon already have and how Beau becomes a part of that. I love how he always respected what was between the two men. There are some really sweet feels in this first story in the series.
2 - Lost in Dallas - Dallas, Kyle - I like that these two have been working together for a while when this story starts. Kyle is in a toxic relationship but he gets himself out. I love the way that his relationship with Dallas develops. Another great story.
3 - Secret in Houston - Houston and Cody - I love how this story starts out with some drama that you don't fully understand. There were so many tense moments in this story and so many feels. I feel that this story has bit of different vibe from the first two stories but turns out really well.
4 Home in Austin - Owen and Austin - I love the sweet way this story moves through with Austin being in the right place at the right time to provide what Owen needs. This story is a great wrap to the series with a lots of good feels.

View all my reviews A Rubber Ducky Kind of Day by M.A. Innes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I like the way that we get to see Nash develop into the daddy that Skylar needs. I love the way you shares about how he is doing research about what you needs to be doing. But he also listens to what Skylar says and observe reactions to refine what is best for the two of them. They complete each other and make a wonderful couple.

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Medicine Balls - Tara Lane - Freebie from the Balls to the Wall universe

My rating 4 of 5 stars

This story is such a sweet story. Zach is sort of stuck in a relationship that isn't healthy for him in so many ways. I like the fact that Zach admits the changes are really for himself. Ben is a great guy and I was so glad to see them communicate with each other. The wrap up was wonderful. I really enjoyed this story.

Week 33 - 34, 2022

 

Serve by Nora Phoenix
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I continue to enjoy this series with the ongoing background story with the each new couple. I love the relationship development between these men. I also love how we get to see that a younger sub can sometimes be the strongest and most insightful of the bunch. I also appreciate the way other characters continue to develop in this series. Nora Phoenix has a way of really intertwining an ongoing saga spanning time with the intimate and personal reflections of the characters and their developing relationships.
I listened to the audio version and it was well done and you could feel the building suspense.

View all my reviews Love in Slow M'Ocean by Gianni Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jeff and Peter are in an unique position which effects their ability to advance their relationship. Jeff especially wants to make sure he is being fair. There was humor in the way his efforts start to play out. Thankfully all ends well for these two great guys. It was also fun to see some other special men we've met before.

View all my reviews Strike a Chord by K.M. Neuhold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the final book in the Reply series and Benji finally gets his story. Benji has been the "good" boy for the last 10 years but he also has a love that didn't happen at the time the band was starting. The build up between Benji and Paris take quite a while especially because Paris is worried about his brother's feelings. There is some great humor in this story as well. I love the finally chapters and we get to see everyone coming back together and moving forward in new ways.
I listened to the audio version which was well done and very enjoyable.

View all my reviews Swallow by Piper Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love this story with crusty all Grimbold having his own story. I like how Walter has so many things to adjust to. I also loved seeing him gain his own strength and purpose. This is a great addition to the Forbidden world.
I listened to the audio version and enjoyed it very much.

View all my reviews Suite Dreams by Jacki James
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is a sweet story of starting out not knowing exactly what you want but then finding just what you need. I love how these two just seem to fit together. I haven't read the two series these men emerge from but I plan to now. Great story.

View all my reviews Baby and the Enforcer by Victoria Sue
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the conclusion of this series and I'm so glad that Charles' got his own HEA. There is so much more to both of these men. There are moments that are tense and some moments that can bring tears. This story is really a special on so many levels.
Listened to the audio version and it kept me on the edge of my seat.

View all my reviews Baby Bear by Brina Brady
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I have mixed feelings about this book. I love the idea of the story and end the end I like how things developed and worked out. But throughout the story there were times when I really didn't care for any of the characters. There were times when I thought so many of them were thoughtless or too quick to jump to conclusions. Also, there were side characters that one minute were painted as a villain and the next as a sympathetic character.
I listened to the audio version on my morning walks and it was well done.

View all my reviews A Second Harvest by Eli Easton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story has lots of feels. There is Christie's life changing moment that starts him moving on a new path. There is David who on the surface seems to have a set life. But there is so much more at play under the surface. Sometimes being honest with yourself is the hardest part. There are some very dramatic moments in this story.
I listened to the audio version and loved it very much.

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