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…
Gifts Given (Boystown #10) by Marshall Thornton
Reviewed by Becca
TITLE: Gifts Given
SERIES: Boystown #10
AUTHOR: Marshall Thornton
PUBLISHER: Kenmore Books
LENGTH: 213 Pages
RELEASE DATE: November 17, 2017
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In the tenth installment of the award-winning Boystown Mysteries. it’s Christmas 1984, and Nick is busy juggling a couple of cases with his hectic personal life. Sugar Pilson has decided to marry and has asked him to check up on her fiancé. Meanwhile, he’s hired to investigate a shady financial planner at Peterson-Palmer. When the two cases begin to have too much in common, Nick searches for the link. Only to find out that he himself might be the link. Read More »
Texas Gift (Texas #8) by R.J. Scott
Reviewed by Donna
TITLE: Texas Gift
SERIES: Texas #8
AUTHOR: R.J. Scott
PUBLISHER: Love Lane Books
LENGTH: 45 000 Words
RELEASE DATE: November 12, 2017
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A gift for every single reader who said they needed to know what happened next for Jack and Riley…
When Hayley arrived on the steps of the D, Riley and Jack knew life would never be the same.
Told through Riley and Jack’s eyes, this is ten years in the life of their family and watching Hayley grow up, fall in love, and start her own life. Hurricanes, illness, babies, happiness, sadness, work, play, the barn, the office, horses, friends, enemies, and above all love. Read More »
Snowcroft Restoration (Snowcroft Men Book 4) by Christi Snow
Reviewed by Roberta
TITLE: Snowcroft Restoration
SERIES: Snowcroft Men #4
AUTHOR: Christi Snow
PUBLISHER: Self-Published
LENGTH: 286 pages
Release Date: Nov 15, 2017
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Two years ago, Law Wyman went undercover for an FBI investigation that went sideways. It cost him both the love of his life and his sanity. The nightmare still haunts him, and so does some unfinished business…Ian Mayne, the son of the man who ruined his life.
Two years ago, Ian had to face the truth about how his father spent a lifetime torturing and trafficking LGBTQ teens. Ever since, Ian has done everything he can to make up for his dead father’s many sins through his law enforcement job. Too many paid in horrific, horrible ways at his father’s hands while Ian kept the truth about his own sexuality hidden.
Law is doing all he can to save Ian, but Ian has no idea about Law’s history with his dead father. When the truth comes out, it could cost them both everything.
Two men…both horrifically haunted by what happened. Is it possible they can find healing together? Only if they have the courage to face their demons and each other… Read More »
Braving the Rapids by Brandon Witt
Reviewed by Louisa
TITLE: Braving the Rapids
SERIES: Rocky Mountain Boys #2
AUTHOR: Brandon Witt
PUBLISHER: Dreamspinner Press
LENGTH: 256 Pages
RELEASE DATE: November 13th 2017
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Estes Park native Todd Fleece works hard to honor his obligations to family and the businesses he inherited, but only his friends and the horses at his ranch brighten Todd’s life. In fighting his attraction to his best friend’s ex-boyfriend, Todd has focused solely on his work, leaving little room in his life for finding love.
Matt Abel’s reckless youth put him on a path to a self-destructive life—his most painful failure was being a horrible father. He excels at extreme sports and living on the edge. Now back in Estes Park and teaching white-water rafting, Matt tries to reconnect with his mother and his grown daughter. When he runs into his ex’s friend Todd, Matt longs for more than a fling.
But achieving happiness isn’t simple, not with Todd’s family conflicts and Matt struggling not to slide back into alcoholism. With hurdles threatening to drive them apart, Todd and Matt try to find the courage to brave the rapids and face a future together…. Read More »
Take A Chance On Me (First and Forever) by Alexa Land
Reviewed by Caroline
TITLE: Take A Chance On Me
SERIES: Firsts and Forever Book 15
AUTHOR: Alexa Land
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 369 Pages
RELEASE DATE: October 29, 2017
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Free-spirited ballet dancer Quinn is sure he made a terrible mistake by agreeing to be Duke’s roommate. The big cop is the most uptight person Quinn’s ever met, and both men begin driving each other crazy from day one.
Before long though, an undeniable spark of attraction ignites between them. But do opposites really attract? Or will their differences prove to be more than either of them can handle?
This gay romance is the fifteenth book in Alexa Land’s best-selling Firsts and Forever Series, but each novel is written to stand alone, so jump in anywhere. Note: contains adult language and graphic sex and is only intended for adults. Read More »
Heart Unheard (A Hearts Entwined Novel, #2) by Andrew Grey
Reviewed by Tammy
TITLE: Heart Unheard
SERIES: A Hearts Entwined Novel, #2
AUTHOR: Andrew Grey
PUBLISHER: Dreamspinner Press
LENGTH: 176 pages
RELEASE DATE: November 17, 2017
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The attraction between Brent Berkheimer and Scott Spearman peels the wallpaper, but Brent is Scott’s boss, and they’re both too professional to go beyond flirting. Their priorities realign after Scott is badly injured in an accident that costs him his hearing, and Brent realizes what is truly important… he wants Scott.
Scott pushes Brent away at first, fearing a new romance will just add to his problems, but perhaps he will find unexpected strength and solace in Brent’s support as he struggles to communicate with the world in a new way.
Just as they decide the chance of a happy future together is worth the risk, Scott and Brent discover darker challenges in their way – including evidence that the “accident” Scott suffered may not have been so accidental. Read More »
Shattered Pieces (Heathens Ink #4) by KM Neuhold
Reviewed by Caroline
TITLE: Shattered Pieces
SERIES: Heathens Ink Book 4
AUTHOR: K M Neuhold
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 181 Pages
RELEASE DATE: October 31, 2017
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“I was sure my heart had withered away years ago, but then you smiled at me, and I felt it beat again.” ~Gage
Years ago, I fell in love with my best friend’s little brother. Then, he took his own life, leaving me shattered and unable to piece my heart back together. I’ve been a zombie for nine long years. Until a crazy, gorgeous man walked into Heathens Ink and injected color back into my world of gray. No matter how hard I try to resist Beck, he just won’t give up on me. I would need steel willpower to withstand his gorgeous long legs in those high heels and his drawer full of lacy lingerie. But is this just a kinky hook up or does it have the possibility for more?
“We’re both broken, but our jagged edges fit together well” ~ Beck
When you’re half of a whole you never contemplate what life would be like without your matching piece. Since my twin sister, Brianna, died last year, nothing I do seems to quiet my soul. I know there has to be some way for me to feel happy and whole again. And, when I look into the pained eyes of the tattoo artist at Heathens Ink, I feel like I have a purpose. I can’t explain it, but I feel like I have to find a way to put him back together. Read More »
Resurrected (Alpha’s Warlock #2) by Kris Sawyer
Reviewed by Becca
TITLE: Resurrected
SERIES: Alpha’s Warlock #2
AUTHOR: Kris Sawyer
PUBLISHER: Creative Minds Publishing
LENGTH: 156 Pages
RELEASE DATE: November 16, 2017
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Terry has returned from the shadows of death to be with Clyde, but he has more questions than he has answers. The pack is suspicious, and even his lover has doubts about his outlandish story. Desperate to clear his name and learn more about his forgotten past, Terry embarks on a journey of discovery. What he finds will change everything.
Deep in the pine forest, a tormented creature seeks revenge on the pack that has held him captive. More powerful than the werewolves, he wants to destroy. The hybrid hides among them and waits for his chance to pounce. The Alpha senses that his pack is once again on the brink of destruction, but without Clyde’s warlock, he fears all hell is about to break loose. Read More »
Citywide by Santino Hassell
Reviewed by Cinnamon
TITLE: Citywide
SERIES: Five Boroughs Book #6
AUTHOR: Santino Hassell
PUBLISHER: Riptide Publishing
LENGTH: 370 pages
RELEASE DATE: November 13, 2017
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A record-breaking heat wave engulfs the Five Boroughs, and emotions run as hot as the temperatures.
In Rerouted, Chris Mendez is trying to live a drama-free life. That doesn’t include another threesome with Jace and Aiden Fairbairn. But then a citywide blackout leaves them trapped together, and Chris is forced to re-examine everything he thought he knew about relationships and his own heart.
In Gridlocked, former Marine Tonya Maldonado is keeping real estate heiress Meredith Stone on permanent ignore. Mere isn’t Tonya’s type. Not even close. Who cares if she kisses like a dream and has the filthiest mouth this side of the East River? But then a security detail at a summer party ends with her saving Mere’s life and discovering they have more chemistry than she’d ever imagined.
In Derailed, Stephanie Quinones escapes the heat and her complicated love life by going on a company retreat. Trouble is, it’s a couples’ retreat, and she lied about having a boyfriend. Unfortunately, the only person willing to play pretend is her on-again/off-again fling, Angel León. They’re currently “off again,” but after a week in the woods, Stephanie realizes she wouldn’t mind them being permanently on. Read More »
Lesson Learned by Lillian Francis
Reviewed by Dan
TITLE: Lesson Learned
AUTHOR: Lillian Francis
PUBLISHER: Finally Love Press
LENGTH: 319 Pages
RELEASE DATE: August 18, 2017
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Drew Jackson is sick of constantly being on the move, running away from his mistakes, his desires, and a secret-filled past. He’s decided his new teaching job in Cardiff is his chance to finally settle down. Perhaps here he can have a home, and even friendships that won’t end in disaster. Like his growing rapport with history teacher Nathan Morgan.
Nathan has been careful to keep his sexuality a secret at work. He doesn’t want that kind of attention from the student body. There’s one body he would like attention from, though—the new science teacher, Drew. But it’s much too risky to let Drew know how he feels. He won’t gamble their fledgling friendship on an awkward confession of lust. And Drew’s probably straight anyway.
Their friendship is derailed when a student’s accusation forces a reluctant confession. Drew is tempted to run again until he comes face to face with the inescapable realisation that flight has ruined every relationship he’s ever had.
But maybe he’s finally found someone worth staying in one place for. Read More »