Reviewed by Valerie and Larissa

TITLE:  Merry Measure

AUTHOR:  Lily Moton

PUBLISHER:  Self-Pubished

LENGTH:  204 pages

RELEASE DATE:  December 2, 2020

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Arlo Wright’s introduction to his sexuality came when he saw his older brother’s best friend, Jack Cooper, in his sweaty football kit. Unfortunately, he didn’t have long to enjoy the revelation because he promptly knocked himself out on a table.

Relations between them have never really moved on from that auspicious beginning. Arlo is still clumsy, and Jack is still as handsome and unobtainable as ever.

However, things look like they’re starting to change when Arlo finds himself sharing a room with Jack while on holiday in Amsterdam at Christmas. Will the festive spirit finally move them towards each other, or is Arlo just banging his head against a wall this time?

Reviewed by Valerie

TITLE: Ship of Fools

AUTHOR: Sophia Soames

PUBLISHER:  Self-Published

LENGTH: 174 pages

RELEASE DATE:  November 30, 2020

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 Andreas Mitchell is single, stupid and bored, and should have a good long think about the amount of bad life choices he has made lately. Instead he heads straight for the one guy he knows will become his worst mistake yet.

Luca Germano makes no choices at all, instead he lives quietly in the background, and prefers the safety of his own hand to risking his heart. And someone as pretty and fearless as Andreas Mitchell, is the last person on earth he should let into his life.

Especially at Christmas.

This is a work of fantasy and fiction. This story contains descriptions of sexual roleplay and consensual violence, and elements of mild BDSM, which are not intended to be taken seriously, or imitate real life. Please read with caution if these themes might trigger or upset you.

Reviewed by Anna Lynn

TITLE:  To Love a Ghost: MM Military Suspense

SERIES: The Ghost Protectors #1

AUTHOR:  Annabella Stone

PUBLISHER:  Self-Published

RELEASE DATE:  November 26, 2020

LENGTH:  223 pages

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After playing his part in Operation Perth in Afghanistan, former Australian Special Forces Commando Cade Kelly was officially declared dead. Recruited by Rock and Grif to join their elite team of Black Ops Operators, The Ghost Protectors, he has built a new life for himself as the team’s top intel analyst. A spur of the moment decision to spend his down time in Brazil lands him in the middle of a cartel revenge war. Cade has lived and died by the gun before, he’s not afraid of war. But the man he rescues, that man, makes him wish for the one thing he swore he would never have again—love.

Dragged into his father’s cartel world of drugs, blood, and money, for most of his life, Felipe *Rio* Oseguera González has been looking for a way out. He had it beaten into him to never trust a cop—even if you are paying him. But with his life on the line, the only one he can trust is the badass blond commando with the big ass guns. Rio knows better than anyone that freedom isn’t free, it always demands it’s price in blood. Even so, he’s grabbing this opportunity with both hands and if he has his way, he might just persuade this ghost that sometimes the dead can have a happy ever after too.

Death and vengeance may make them run… but can love get them out of this war alive?

Reviewed by True

TITLE: Dear Daddy, Please Hold Us

SERIES: Naughty or Nice #3

AUTHOR: Colette Davison

PUBLISHER: Self-Publisher

RELEASE DATE: December 8, 2020

LENGTH: 273 pages

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Dear Santa,
If I could make one wish this Christmas, it would be for a Daddy with a big enough heart for two. We both want a Daddy who can be loving, but also firm when he needs to be, who enjoys spanking his boys and making their asses red, and with big enough arms to hold us both.

We need a Daddy who can help us let go and relax.

Lastly, but probably most importantly, we need a Daddy who can meet both our needs. I don’t have many boundaries as long as I can trust my Daddy, and I’m open to trying new things. Rett…well, he’s a little more reserved but he has a huge heart, and he’s the sweetest boy you’ll ever meet.

Here’s the thing, Santa: I have a little over a week to convince Rett to stay. I don’t know if you can magic up a Daddy who can love us both, but I’m making this wish anyway.

With hope,
Zeke

Reviewed by Becca

TITLE: Seeking Freedom

SERIES: Interlocking Fragments #4

AUTHOR: Sammi Cee & Michelle Notaro

PUBLISHER: self-published

LENGTH: 225 pages

RELEASE DATE: November 12, 2020

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Is it close proximity that has Jovany noticing Seth, or for the first time in his life, does he want a man?

Jovany~

When I check on the guy that helped with my case and realize he’s in a bad spot, I know I need to help him out. That’s how I find myself with two new roommates—Seth and the baby he’s in charge of. Being in close quarters with Seth must be messing with my head because I can’t seem to stop staring at his pretty face or wanting to hold him close. I can see how attractive he is, but… he’s a guy. Why can’t I stop thinking about what he tastes like?

Seth~

Finding myself with custody of my deceased cousin’s infant, I have no idea what I’m going to do. Facing homelessness and with no one to help me, I’m completely overwhelmed. And then he shows up—the handsome older detective who’s continued to check on me ever since I first met him. I have no idea why he offers to take me and Calli in, but I’m in no position to refuse his help. When he becomes the handsiest man alive, as much as I want to stay, I’m not sure my heart can handle it.

Will Jovany take a chance and explore his newfound attraction and the feelings he seems to be developing for Seth, or will Seth cut and run before he has the chance?

Seeking Freedom is the fourth and final book in the Interlocking Fragments series. It’s a standalone novel, but is better enjoyed by reading the series in order. Each book in the series will feature a different couple, but the couples will show up throughout the whole series. This is a contemporary romance intended for 18+.

Reviewed by Becca

TITLE: T.A.G. Family Christmas

SERIES: The Assassin’s Guild #3

AUTHOR: A.G. Carothers

PUBLISHER: self-published

LENGTH: 100 pages

RELEASE DATE: December 15, 2020

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Happy Holidays from everyone at T.A.G. Your one-stop shopping source for all your killing needs.

It isn’t all stabbings, poisonings, and shootings here at The Assassins’ Guild. We decided to pause that and take a little time to celebrate being alive, and for some, being in love.

This is your friendly communications agent, Mr. No, here to tell you about the holiday fun Mr. H and his boys got up to this one Christmas.

Once upon a time, there was a Bob. This Bob got tasked with three missions. Not just any old ordinary missions, but missions of love…

Between guarding Connor, being stalked by Enrique, and being his usual sneaky self, Bob must put into motion three big surprises for his chosen family.

But it’s not all snowman contests and catching Mr. Ti in potentially embarrassing situations while they vacation in a chateau outside of Paris. Oh no, something is afoot. Mr. H won’t let the new problem code-named The Poacher interfere with family time.

So, take a little time out of your busy schedule and join us for a T.A.G. Family Christmas the likes of you’ll never forget.

Attention: This story contains adorableness taken to a whole new level. There are adult situations, language, kinky snowmen, and all the churros you can eat.

The Assassins’ Guild Series are enclosed stories but they are all connected and best read in order.

T.A.G. You’re Seen

T.A.G. You’re Heard

T.A.G. Family Christmas

T.A.G. You’re Found (Coming Summer 2021)

Reviewed by Sammy

TITLE: Fade to Blank

SERIES: London Lies #1

AUTHOR: C. F. White

PUBLISHER: Self-Published

LENGTH: 261 pgs. (novel)

RELEASE DATE:  July 27, 2020

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Accused of a murder he didn’t commit, vilified celebrity Jackson Young enlists the help of a rookie journalist to clear his name and write his biography.

Jackson has a secret though. One he must keep from becoming public. But Fletcher’s dreamy green eyes, Irish drawl and effortless charm makes it hard to suppress those long-buried feelings, even if it could compromise his innocence.

Uncovering the murky past behind Jackson’s rise to fame, Fletcher grows closer to a man he’d once declared as talentless, and their intense attraction starts to affect not only his professional integrity but the life he’d made since moving to London.

Falling for the subject of his book could be fatal for Fletcher, and Jackson should know better than to trust a journalist.

Fade to Blank is the first book in the London Lies trilogy set in 1999, and is a slow burn, enemies to lovers, hurt/comfort romantic suspense.

Reviewed by Larissa

TITLE: Take Me Home

AUTHOR: A.D. Ellis

PUBLISHER: self-published

LENGTH: 232 pages

RELEASE DATE: October 19, 2020

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Can a city boy survive exile to a small town? Will falling for a hot, older country boy make the situation better or worse?

Marc Kingsley is the best in his big-city family business. When a medical issue gets Marc temporarily banished to a tiny country town, he’s certain the experience will be a nightmare.

Jordan Moore is living the dream on his farm. When his best friend’s grandson begrudgingly comes to town, Jordan’s simple life gets turned upside down.

Can Marc and Jordan find a brief, shared happiness even when they’ve accepted they’ll eventually have to walk away? Or will both men end up nursing broken hearts?

Take Me Home is a male/male age-gap, opposites-attract romance with plenty of steam and a scene that will make you appreciate camouflage and work boots.

Reviewed by True

TITLE: Our Kind of Man

SERIES: HeavyLoad! #4

AUTHOR: JJ Harper

PUBLISHER: Self-Publishing

LENGTH: 240 pages

RELEASE DATE: December 11, 2020

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All good things come in threes

Malachi
One guy. Is that so much to ask? All I want is a man to love. I’ve been alone for so long.
I thought I’d found him; only he chose someone else.
Then I see them: two beautiful men, lost in each other. It’s a full month before I see them again. They’re so full of themselves. I shouldn’t want them. I hate myself for giving in. At first. Because after that one time, I want more. It was perfect.
If only I didn’t now work for them.

Logan and Corey
We’re happy together, deliriously so. Still, we can’t give each other everything we need. And playing with a third isn’t enough. We want more.
Then we see him: snarky, sexy, and beautifully submissive. He gives us one perfect night, and we know we’ve found our man.
If only we can convince him he’s our missing link.

We knew it wouldn’t be easy, but we also knew it would be worth it.

Reviewed by Roberta

TITLE: Stop Kidding Around: An MM Paranormal Fated Mates Romance

SERIES: Magical Mates, Book 2

AUTHOR: Macy Blake

PUBLISHER: Self Publish

LENGTH: 307 Pages

RELEASE DATE:  December 15, 2020

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His so-called mate thinks it’s fate. Toby has other ideas.

When Toby Sanders shows up to interview for a teaching job at a mysterious estate, he’s not expecting his world to flip upside down and backward.

Shifters are real… and the hottest, most protective wolf of all is claiming him as a mate.

Toby can’t deny that Brooks is everything he ever wanted and never thought he could have–loving, strong, drop-dead gorgeous–or that the two little girls Brooks wants to adopt give Toby a glimpse of the family he’s always dreamed of…
But how the heck is he supposed to believe in this mating magic stuff when life has taught him that the only person he can count on is himself?

As dangers from multiple sources threaten everything he’s come to care about, Toby learns that being part of a pack isn’t just about accepting his fate, it’s about choice: choosing to trust Brooks, choosing to believe in himself, and choosing to fight for the life and love he deserves, even if he has to cross the entire fae realm to do it.

Reviewed by True

TITLE: My Kind of Man

SERIES: HeavyLoad! #1

AUTHOR: JJ Harper

PUBLISHER: Self-Published

RELEASE DATE: October 23, 2018

LENGTH: 224 pages

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An M/M age-play romance.

Michael knows what he wants. He wants a daddy.

When yet another attempt at a relationship fails, Michael decides to find himself his daddy. The one man that will care for him, nurture him, and love him for who he is. Twenty-six-year-old and successful in his career, Michael knows he’s missing out on life. He’s a quiet, introverted man with desires that seem too far out of his reach. Until he goes to Escape one night.

Callum is tired of being lonely. He has everything to offer the right man.

When forty-year-old Callum is encouraged to visit Escape, his hopes are high, but his expectancy of finding the perfect man is low until he sees a young man nervously looking around the club. Everything about him ticks Callum’s boxes. Shorter than his six-foot frame with blond curls that cry out to be stroked, and a look of anxious longing on his face. Callum is transfixed.
With only a few words exchanged, the two men are hooked, eager to explore everything they have ever dreamed of. Is this a life they can fulfill, or will they find too many obstacles in their way?

My Kind of Man is an age-play story and contains M/M sexual content, spankings, age play, ABDL.

Reviewed by Anna Lynn

TITLE:  Breath

SERIES:  Scales ‘N’ Spells

AUTHOR:  AJ Sherwood, Jocelynn Drake

PUBLISHER:  Self-Published

LENGTH:  435 pages

RELEASE DATE:  December 3, 2020

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A Mage’s List for Freedom:

1.  Escape his evil, controlling clan.
   2.    Get a job.
   3.    Work magic on HIS terms.
   4.    Avoid all dragons.

Tori was doing great until sexy dragon Baldewin interfered.

Between the little gifts, constant protection, and the steadfast confidence from the overgrown lizard, Tori wonders if maybe that last step needs revising. He has no chance to consider it.

Not before trouble called Jaeggi REALLY hits. Now he’s on the road trip from hell to the one place he’d never thought would be a safe haven. A clan of dragons.

Assuming they make it, that is.

Reviewed by Anna Lynn

TITLE:  Ranger: A Standalone MM Romance

AUTHOR:  Nora Phoenix, K.M. Neuhold

PUBLISHER:  Self-Published

LENGTH:  226 pages

RELEASE DATE:  December 26, 2020

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I’ve been living under storm clouds since my honorable discharge, but Julian’s the sun.

I’ve tried everything to deal with my PTSD from yoga to sunning my butthole, but nothing seemed to help.

So when my brother suggests a service dog, I figure I don’t have anything to lose. The last thing I expect is for the dog to come with a cheerful, quirky trainer I can’t get out of my head…

I’m too screwed up for love, but a chance to explore a side of myself I didn’t realize existed until recently is too good to pass up.

But the more I get to know Julian, the more I start to think I might not be beyond saving after all…