Week 6, 2023

 Getting this done on time.  But the next few weeks will be really busy so we'll see when things actually get posted after this.  

A Little Groundhog Day Gamble by Allie Belle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was a little bit disappointed we didn't get to see a groundhog inside Rawhide but the story was fun even without a naughty prank. I love the idea of old enemies having a second chance to do it again. I like that even though Darius wasn't really aware of what happened in the past he also took responsibility and apologized for his part. I'm glad that they were able to get past the past and start something new.

 

View all my reviews The Good Boy by Lisa Henry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I like how we got to see that Derek had his anger and upset about the situation at the beginning of the story. It really makes his change of heart seem like his feelings are very real. I also like how we get the chance to see Lane find his own strength. This story keeps you guessing about how things will turn out right until the end.
I listened to audio version and enjoyed it.

 

View all my reviews Galen's Redemption by Parker Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love the way that we see Galen grow and change throughout the story. I also like how he tried to make things right with people like his personal assistant that got fired. I also like that Robert gave him room to work through things in his own time. I also like that even though Robert is the "good guy" at the beginning we see that he is also human with some flaws of his own. This is a rich story and I enjoyed all the feels.
I listened to the audio version and I really enjoyed it.

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I also read a Christmas story from Ignite by Eloise East.  Even though I had read the story I still enjoy this Christmas short and will be checking out the series.  

Week 5 , 2023

 

A Brat for Kinkmas by J.P. Sayle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I started this story with mixed emotions. I loved the other two stories written by the same author in the world of Cuffd and I was looking forward to seeing the last friend get his story. BUT Mafia stories are usually not my jam. Also the first scene in the book is well brutal. But it was interesting to see Ziv examine his own ideas. I also like the way their interests really lined up. There are also some surprise that pop up in the story. Makes one wonder if Davidovic has his own story.

View all my reviews Wrangled by K.C. Wells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love how the timing of the meeting is at just the right time for both men. Robert is finally starting to deal with his years old loss. Toby thinks he doesn't do relationships. But both of them are taken by surprise at the fit. This is the start of a new series and I can't wait for the rest of their stories.
I listened to the audio version and enjoyed it very much.

View all my reviews A Little Christmas: Danny by Sue Brown
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story explores the possibilities of a dark side of Daddy and Littles in a world where status is more important than the health and safety of a fellow human being no matter how they identify. Romeo seems to struggle himself with this dilemma but also limited by what Danny himself wanted to do. Things work out for them both in the end but there is still the hint of needing to be part of the in group. I give it 3.5 but rounded up to 4 because this story did fit in well with the whole series of Christmas stories.

View all my reviews A Little Christmas: Efren by Skyler Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

At first you feel like why in the world would Efron just turn things over to his uncle since he's and adult but that is the nature of an abusive situation. It is what he has been conditioned to believe and been told that is what his father who he loved wanted. It was great to see Jackson tread so carefully and lead Efron toward seeing that there was alternatives to the way he was living. There is a very dramatic moment where the story takes the big turn and it was very exciting and tear provoking. This was a great story and love the way things turn out.

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