Book of the Week Poll
Welcome to the Love Bytes Book of the Week Poll!
Here are the books which achieved a 4.5 or 5.0 review last week from our reviewers.
As a reminder, the top two books from each week’s poll will roll into our Book of the Month poll at month’s end. Happy Voting!
Please scroll to the very bottom for the voting section.
POLL SCHEDULE:
This poll will remain open until at least 6PM, Amsterdam time next Friday. The actual closing time will vary depending on blog staff schedules…
The Spires of Turris (London Wells #1) by Christine Danse
Reviewed by Chris
TITLE: The Spires of Turris
SERIES: London Wells #1
AUTHOR: Christine Danse
PUBLISHER: NineStar Press
LENGTH: 285 pages
RELEASE DATE: January 2, 2017
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Dr. London Wells, linguist and adventurer, has the unique ability to understand any language in the universe, including the languages left behind by the ancient dead races of the Lost Planets – making him an intergalactic celebrity. But London likes his privacy—and he always works alone. No assistants, no entourage. When he goes on expedition to a Lost Planet, it’s just him, the memory of dead aliens, and the resident man-eating fauna. He’s a self-sufficient sharp shooter whose insatiable curiosity can stand up to any danger….Read More »
Whiteout (Seasons of Love #1) by Elyse Springer
Reviewed by Amber
TITLE: Whiteout
SERIES: Seasons of Love #1
AUTHOR: Elyse Springer
PUBLISHER: Riptide Publishing
LENGTH: 256 pages
RELEASE DATE: January 23rd, 2017
BLURB:
Noah Landers wakes up one day with a headache and no memory of where—or who—he is. Jason, the man taking care of him, tries to fill in some of the blanks: they’re in a cabin in Colorado on vacation, and Noah slipped on ice and hit his head. But even with amnesia, Noah knows Jason is leaving out something important.
Jason O’Reilly is sexy as hell, treats Noah like he’s precious, and seems determined to make this the romantic getaway they’d apparently dreamed of together. But Noah’s more concerned that he’s trapped alone with Jason in the middle of a blizzard while his slowly-returning memories bring hints of secrets and betrayal…..Read More »
Shifting Views (The Carlisles #4) by Meg Harding
Reviewed by Tammy
TITLE: Shifting Views
SERIES: The Carlisles #4
AUTHOR: Meg Harding
PUBLISHER: Dreamspinner Press
LENGTH: 195 pages
RELEASE DATE: February 10, 2017
BLURB:
Successful fashion model Denver Carlisle is finally living on his own. He’s got a new apartment, a neighbor who has a problem shutting his blinds, and a local bakery with an owner who makes his knees weak. It’s raining men, and Denver hasn’t gotten any in a long time. Going out on a limb, he asks Ethan Monahan out and resorts to a little exhibitionism for his neighbor. Only to be turned down by both. That’s a first.
Ethan Monahan runs his own bakery and has a new neighbor who walks around naked. The latter is a little too distracting. When his naked neighbor turns out to be none other than model Denver Carlisle—and the customer who asked him out—Ethan tries to make amends. In a purely friendly way….Read More »
We Are Fallingwater by Xavier Mayne
Reviewed by Tammy
TITLE: We Are Fallingwater
AUTHOR: Xavier Mayne
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 329 pages
RELEASE DATE: November 25, 2016
BLURB:
Trent Jackson is a single dad, doing the best he can to raise his son Oscar. He hadn’t realized how lonely he’d become until Arlo Wheeler strolls into his life. A devoted househusband, Arlo becomes the friend Trent didn’t know he needed.
The two become fast friends, getting closer than either of them ever expected. So close, in fact, that Arlo’s wife Cara grows concerned; several of her friends consider Trent and Arlo the cutest gay couple in town.
Their new friendship doesn’t seem to have boundaries—finally they admit their attraction for each other, but then they must figure out how to preserve their relationship and Arlo and Cara’s marriage….Read More »
Fire Balls (Ball to the Walls #2) by Tara Lain
REVIEWED by Christie
TITLE: Fire Balls
SERIES: Balls to the Wall series, Book 2
AUTHOR: Tara Lain
PUBLISHER: Dreamspinner Press
LENGTH: 120 Pages
RELEASE DATE: February 8, 2017
BLURB:
2nd Edition
A Balls to the Wall Romance
Renowned artist Rodney Mansfield stands five foot six, has pink hair, six earrings, a black belt in karate—and a desperate yearning for firefighter Hunter Fallon. But Rod, the Runtback of Notre Dame, knows he’ll never land the beautiful “straight gay” guy, so Rod musters his altruism and helps his more masculine friend Jerry attract Hunter. As if a broken heart wasn’t enough, Rod saves Hunter from a firehouse homophobe—humiliating Hunter in front of his dad!…Read More »
Working It (A Ringside Romance #1) by Christine d’Abo
Reviewed by Tammy
TITLE: Working It
SERIES: A Ringside Romance #1
AUTHOR: Christine d’Abo
PUBLISHER: Riptide Publishing
LENGTH: 251 Pages
RELEASE DATE: February 6, 2017
BLURB:
Nolan Carmichael is getting a fresh start—new career, new company, new life. The only problem is, he liked his old life just fine . . . until an accident robbed him of his health, his job, his self-confidence, and his ability to go out in public without having anxiety attacks.
Zack Anderson has scared away his last four executive assistants. So, when he hires Nolan on a whim, he’s not too worried, since Nolan will be gone within the week anyway. Two weeks later, Nolan has made himself indispensable, completely reforming Zack’s schedule, life . . . and libido.
But in a company already torn by internal politics, one wrong step could ruin both their careers….Read More »
Gone For You (Wild Side #1) by Riley Hart
Reviewed by Cinnamon
TITLE: Gone For You
SERIES: Wild Side Book 1
AUTHOR: Riley Hart
PUBLISHER: self published
LENGTH: 224 pages
RELEASE DATE: February 6, 2017
BLURB:
Oliver Hayes wears his heart on his sleeve, and his friends never let him forget it. Every Friday night spent at Wild Side, their favorite West Hollywood bar, Oliver’s lack of hookups becomes the hot topic. It’s not that he doesn’t want a good time. He just wants it to mean something, which is a lofty goal when he’s still pining after his childhood crush, Matt, who left ten years ago to start a new life in New York City. Matt Daniels has always felt most at home seated at a piano. He might not have entirely fit in with his family and friends, but he was always able to find himself in music. Or at least he did before he gave up his dream a lifetime ago. Now, he has a successful modeling career and should be enjoying every second of …Read More »