Justice’s Little Nibbler by Stephani Hecht

Title: Wayne County Wolves, Book 4: Justice’s Little Nibbler
Author: Stephani Hecht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 116
Characters: Justice, Tyson
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Paranormal, Shapeshifter Romance, Series
Kisses: 4.5

Blurb:

Sometimes life’s little annoyances can become the things you love the most of all.

Tyson—the Wolf had been nothing but an annoyance to Justice since he’d sought refuge with the Wolf pack. Sure, the kid may be cute enough, but he’s more hyper than a kid jacked up on candy, and he never knows when to shut up. So, why is it that Justice feels an attraction to the hyper Wolf with a motor mouth? What’s more, why is he so protective of him?

Ever since the Justice came to the pack, Tyson had a mad crush on Justice. There is just something about the quiet Tiger shifter that calls to Tyson and makes him want to claim the man as his own, so Tyson is sad and disappointed when Justice seems to always be so annoyed with him.

Then another pack moves in and tries to take the Wayne County Pack’s territory, and everybody is going to have to work together to survive. Will Justice be able to protect Tyson? Or will Tyson’s eagerness to please get him into trouble?

Review:

When it comes to writing a great paranormal/shapeshifter series, Stephani Hecht is definitely a master storyteller. I love the world she creates for her shifters and always find myself totally captivated with every story her heroes have to tell.

One of the things I really liked about this book was the non-stop action as well as the strong attraction and emotional connection between Justice and Tyson. At first glance, these men seem to be total opposites, but as they continue to get to know each other, they really began to fit together quite nicely.

Both heroes were likeable men. Justice has had a very tramatic childhood. He and his adoptive family were raised and abused in a lab. Once they escaped they found their way into Wayne County Pack were he and his sibs are accepted as their own. Justice is still coming to terms with having an accepting pack when he’s totally blown away by the sexy and very talkative, Tyson.

Tyson too has been through hell and back. His own brother (who was the Alpha of his old pack) tried to kill him and although the Wayne County Pack took him in, Tyson still has pain and guilt for being associated with his former pack. He’s had a major crush on Justice and when Justice finally begins to notice him, Tyson is both amazed and overjoyed that the big tiger shifter is really his mate.

The action and the romance between Tyson and Justice immediately captured this reader’s attention and I ended up reading this book from start to finish without interruption. I really enjoyed watching these men form a bond between them and ended up loving both heroes. If you are looking for a quick, sexy and action filled read, Justice’s Little Nibbler is definitely the book for you!

Justice’s Little Nibbler is the fourth book in the Wayne County Wolves series. Although it could probably be read as a stand-alone in the series, I highly recommend reading these books in series order. This way you’ll fully understand the dynamics within the pack and the struggle they are going through just to survive. Plus, past characters do interact with each other and believe me, once you start reading this series, you’ll be immediately hooked!

The Wayne County Wolves series in book order are:

Ervin’s Dilemma
Run, Alger, Run!
Braxton’s Salvation
Justice’s Little Nibbler

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

The Vampire’s Special Lover by Charlie Richards

Title: Wolves of Stone Ridge, Book 16: The Vampire’s Special Lover
Author: Charlie Richards
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 108
Characters: Vincent “Dobs” Marche, Franklin Drunger
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Shifter, Series
Kisses: 5

Blurb:

Out of the cage: A good relationship needs three things: respect, communication, and compromise…besides love, of course.

Vincent Dobs Marché thought he scented his beloved—his fated one-and-only—at a shifter enforcer challenge months ago. Since rogue shifters killed his mother, bonding with one is the last thing he wants to do. He runs from the knowledge, vowing to live his life alone. Fate has other plans. Slowly, blood from human donors becomes unpalatable to him, until it’s easier to go hungry than deal with the taste. When he hits the verge of collapse, his friends step in, forcing him to return to Stone Ridge and give the shifter a chance.

When Dobs meets his beloved, Franklin Drunger for the first time, the big, sexy, wolf shifter’s blood calls to him. Frankie seems just fine with the idea of Dobs drinking from him, so he gives in to his desire and bites the man. Reb, Frankie’s protective older brother, isn’t nearly as open-minded and attacks Dobs. Acting on instinct, Frankie defends his mate, shifting to wolf form. Dobs panics at the sight of the wolf and insults his beloved. Angry and hurt, Frankie flees.

Can Dobs learn to accept the gift Fate has given him and convince Frankie to give him another chance? Or is it too late for him to earn the love of the special shifter he’s been given?

Review:

Wow! The Vampire’s Special Lover by Charlie Richards immediately captured my attention. From the first page, I was totally enthralled with these two heroes as well as the story they had to tell.

Like many other books in this series, I thought the two men really connected well with each other. What made this different for me was the way Dobs and Frankie truly work to understand each other. They are very different characters and come from very different backgrounds. Dobs hates shifters, *read it and find out why* so he truly has personal demons he must overcome if he wants to have something special with Frankie. On the other hand, Frankie must learn not to run away when he doesn’t understand something. He has to also learn to be patient as well as truly listen to what Dobs tells him without jumping to conclusions. Let me tell you that I really adored these two men and loved the relationship they start to develop with each other. Ms. Richard’s truly took her time with these two and allowed them to really get to know each other and fall in love.

The Vampire’s Special Lover is probably my favorite book in the series. I enjoyed every minute I spent reading this book and I truly hated to see it come to an end. These two men captured this reader’s heart and I hope Ms. Richard’s will revisit them again sometime in the future. Highly Recommended!

The Vampire’s Special Lover is the 16th book in the Wolves of Stone Ridge series. Although it could easily be read alone, I highly recommend reading these books in series order. You’ll fall in love with the characters and each hero really brings something special to the series.

The Wolves of Stone Ridge books in series order are:

Werewolf at the Zoo
Alpha’s Prerogative
Accepting his Animal
Accepting his Human
Finding Balance
Goading the Enforcer
Through Dagus’s Eyes
Loving the Enemy
Casey’s Love Bite
The Wolf Biker’s Mate
Kyle’s Valiant Hunt
A Cajun in Colorado
Catching a bit of Irish
Gustav’s Gargoyle Adventure
Choosing his Christmas Miracle
The Vampire’s Special Lover

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

Doc Featherstone’s Return by Stephani Hecht

Title: The Lost Shifters, Book 21: Doc Featherstone’s Return
Author: Stephani Hecht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 121
Characters: Joshua Featherstone, Ash
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary romance, Shifter, Series
Kisses: 5

Blurb:

Sometimes the ones you love the most are the hardest to save.

Ever since Hawk Shifter Ash suffered near fatal wounds in a Raven attack, he has slumped into a deep depression. Now unable to walk, let alone shift, he has lost his spark for life. His friends and loved ones fear they will lose him forever. Desperate, they think that the only one who can give him the will to live is Doc Featherstone, the one man that Ash has ever shown any interest in. The problem is Doc Featherstone has returned to his family to recover from his own wounds from the attack.

Bobcat shifter Joshua Featherstone has harbored a secret attraction for the spunky Hawk shifter for a long time. But he has kept his distance, afraid that their age difference would be too big to overcome. Although once he hears that Ash is in dire need of his help, Joshua rushes back to the coalition. Will he make it in time? Or has Ash turned to the darkness forever?

Review:

The Lost Shifters series is definitely one of my favorite series that I follow. I enjoy watching these characters interact, fall in love and work hard to beat the bad guys that are always threatening the greater good. Ms. Hecht continues to write likeable, unique characters and the stories themselves are always fast-paced, highly addictive reads.

I admit I’ve been waiting (im)patiently for this book! Like many of you, I’ve followed Doc and Ash’s story for some time now. The sexual tension between them has always been smokin’ hot and I had a feeling once they finally gave into their feelings for each other that it was going to be special.

Whew! Like in previous books, the sizzling chemistry between these two men practically smoked up my computer screen. What I thought was special about this book in particular was how both men really get to know one another. Yes, they’ve had a intense attraction for each other, but in all reality, they really know little about each other. I enjoyed watching them form a true friendship and bond between them. I truly felt that Doc and Ash really came to love and respect each other. Throughout the story, each man really has to make some hard decisions about their future together, and I thought Ms. Hecht did an excellent job at portraying this without it being over the top.

Another thing I loved about this book was how much I really came to care about Doc and Ash. I liked their strength, honor and they are all around likeable, interesting men. Although, I’ve enjoyed and loved all of these books, Doc Featherson’s Return is one of my favorites in this series. I loved it so much, I hated to see the book come to an end, but thankfully, I know Ms. Hecht will have Doc and Ash have appearances in future books, so I’m happy about seeing them again in the future.

There are 21 books in the Lost Shifters series. Although these books could probably be read alone, I highly recommend reading these books in series order. Once you get started on this series, you’ll be hooked and will fall in love with these characters as much as I have! If you’re looking for a fast-paced, fun, sexy and sheer delight of a shifter book, then Doc Featherstone’s Return is definitely the book for you! Highly Recommended!

The Lost Shifters series in book order are:

Primal Passion
A Feral Christmas
Savage Awakenings
Carnal Intentions
A Wicked Caress
Ruthless Pursuit
A Tempting Distraction
A Shifter Christmas
An Assassin’s Touch
Shane’s Fury
Riley’s Regret
Ranger’s Folly
Chance’s Vindication
Russell’s Reversal
Fangs, Fur and Snowballs
A Very Shaney Valentine’s Day
When Tatum got Bit by a Spider
Shane’s Inner Anger
A Christmas for Ava
Ackley’s Savior
Doc Featherstone’s Return

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

Three Degrees of Heat by Stephanie Hecht, Jackie Nacht and VJ Summers

Title: Three Degrees of Heat
Author: Stephani Hecht, Jackie Nacht, VJ Summers
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 172
Characters: Multi-Hero, Anthology
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal, Romance, Anthology
Kisses: 5

Blurb:

From steamy to sweet—an anthology that tells sequential stories of three fox shifter brothers who work together to heal the Leash that has been under the hands of a ruthless Alpha.

When Leash Alpha Joe Fields turns feral everyone in the clan suffers, but none more so than his son Landon and Leash Omega Scotty Stephens. After months of abuse in private, Landon escapes and Joe finally snaps, making Scotty an example in public. When Joe crosses the line from cruel to psychotic, Leash Beta Alexander Axe Ashe knows he has to do something. In a desperate attempt to keep Axe from unforgivable violence, his brother Ben steps in and challenges Joe, ultimately becoming the Leash’s reluctant new Alpha. It will take the love of unexpected Omega foster to heal the new Alpha and the Leash, and the love of Axe and the youngest Ashe brother Chase to heal Joe’s two most broken victims.

Review:

Three Degrees of Heat is a multi-authored anthology with stories written by Stephani Hecht, Jackie Nacht and VJ Summers. As many of you probably know, I’m a huge fan of Jackie Nacht and Stephani Hecht, but VJ Summers is a new author for me. Believe me, after I read this gem of a book Ms. Summers is definitely on my radar and I’m looking forward to reading more books by her.

Anthologies can be tricky. Over the years, I’ve read many of them and have encountered some with great stories along with a few not-so-great ones. I’m pleased to say that in Three Degrees of Heat every story really brought something special to the table and I loved every one of them. Since this book is based on Fox shifters (which I found very interesting) the stories all play into each other in many ways. This was another aspect to the book that I really liked.

The stories were fast-paced and all had some really interesting characters. Yes, there is an air of unreal-ism about them, but hey, it’s shifter stories so I’m prepared for it. Each story captured my heart and brought a smile on my face. I highly enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone craving short, sexy, paranormal reads with unique and likeable characters. I enjoyed it so much, I hope these authors will revisit these characters again one day.

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

In the Eyes of Crazy by Charlie Richards

Title: Kontra’s Menagerie, Book 9: In the Eyes of Crazy
Author: Charlie Richards
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 103
Characters: Land Zimmerman, Payson Garcia
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Erotic Romance, Paranormal, Series
Kisses: 4.5

Blurb:

On the Road: Sometimes, the shy quiet type, really aren’t shy or quiet at all.

Payson thought he’d found his mate once, but had been wrong. With his senses screwed up by scientist’s experiments, he no longer trusts them. He sleeps with any nice smelling, willing male—and some females—hoping his hyena will want to keep one of them. He’s shocked and delighted when he and his animal are in agreement over one sexy, nerdy human—Land Zimmerman. The sex is fantastic, Land’s shy virgin playfulness even better, and Payson gives in to his hyena’s urge to mark Land. The next morning, things heat up, and not in a good way. Payson’s jealous hyena attacks a fellow pack-member standing a little too close to Land. Can Payson convince his skittish human that he’s not as crazy as he seems?

Review:

I’ve read several books by Ms. Richards and I’ve enjoyed them all. She has an easy style of writing that I appreciate and her characters are always likeable, interesting men. The blurb does an excellent job at describing the story, so I won’t rehash it. Instead, I thought I’d talk about what I liked about this book and why I’d recommend it.

I really liked Payson and Land together. Payson is a hyena shifter who has some issues do to being part of an experiment years ago. I thought he was a very likeable character that was easy to root for. When he meets Land, the connection between them is sizzling hot! I thought these two heroes were well suited together and I enjoyed watching them work through their insecurities and own personal demons to be together. There is plenty of sex, action and romance in The Eyes of Crazy and it’s a great choice if you’re a fan of Ms. Richards or you’re in the mood for a quick, sexy read.

In the Eyes of Crazy is the 9th book in the Kontra’s Menagerie series. Although these stories could easily be read as a stand-alone book, but to fully understand what drives these characters and since they still play a part in all of the stories in some way, I recommend reading these books in order.

The Kontra’s Menagerie books in series order are:

Mutegi’s Sweet One
Catlin’s Appaloosa
Hope for a Buffalo
Dominating the Wolf
Spider Sense
Swimming with Penguins
Giving Perrin Life
Silver Tipped Justice
In the Eyes of Crazy

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

Ackley’s Savior by Stephani Hecht

Title: The Lost Shifters, Book 23: Ackley’s Savior
Author: Stephani Hecht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 124
Characters: Ackley, Isaac
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Paranormal, Series
Kisses: 4.25

Blurb:

Just because you’re a survivor doesn’t mean you don’t need saving.

Ever since Ackley’s twin, Tatum, has found his mate, things haven’t been the same. While Ackley is happy for his brother, Ackley is lonely and lost without his partner in crime. Therefore, Ackley sets his mind on finding his own mate. He knows the perfect guy to fit the bill, too. A certain shifter who is just like Tatum’s mate…or so Ackley thinks.

Ackley’s choice of mate doesn’t want to be the meek, quiet type of guy that Ackley wants. He’s always been tough and independent, and that’s not going to change, no matter how hot Ackley is. Then the coalition finds itself in danger, and the two men have to work together to save the day. Will they be able to set aside their differences long enough? And if so, will they find love along the way?

Review:

It’s no secret I’m helplessly addicted to the Lost Shifters Series. Each and every one of these books bring something special to the series and I find myself reading them when I need a quick, fun and sexy read to escape from my everyday ho-hum life.

The chemistry between Ackley and Isaac was H-O-T! I loved the intensity between them and enjoyed watching them work through their own issues and find a way to be together. Between the push-pull between the two heroes and the danger and intrigue they go through, I really enjoyed this gem of a read.

Ackley’s Savior is a sexy and fast-paced read from start to finish. I loved Ackley’s story and can’t wait to see what the author has in store for us next! Ackley’s story is the 23rd book in the Lost Shifters series. Although the books could be read as a stand-alone in the series, I highly recommend reading these books in series order. This will ensure readers that they will truly understand the drive behind many of the heroes’ actions and the characters in all of the books do interact with one another.

The Lost Shifters books in series order are:

Primal Passion
A Feral Christmas
Savage Awakenings
Carnal Intentions
A Wicked Caress
Ruthless Pursuit
A Tempting Distraction
A Shifter Christmas
An Assassin’s Touch
Shane’s Fury
Riley’s Regret
Ranger’s Folly
Chances Vindication
Russell’s Reversal
Fangs, Fur and Snowballs
A Very Shaney Valentine’s Day
When Tatum Got Bit by a Spider
Shane’s Inner Anger
A Christmas for Ava
Ackley’s Savior

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

But I Look Terrible in Green by Jackie Nacht

Title: Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck, Book 6: But I Look Terrible in Green
Author: Jackie Nacht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 45
Characters: Jimmy, Niall
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Short, Series
Kisses: 4.25

Blurb:

Can a little luck help these two men’s feelings ignite during the St. Patrick’s Pub madness?

Since the beginning of his senior year in college, Jimmy has lived above the very popular Irish Pub O’Dwyer’s. Sure, the music is loud and the co-eds constantly party, but the bonus is seeing graduate student Niall come in and out of work on a daily basis. Working separate shifts hasn’t given the two much time to get to know one another. So it’s quite a shock when Niall comes pounding on his door on St. Patrick’s Day asking for help working at the pub on the busiest day of the year. Even though Jimmy just finished with his own shift, being next to Niall for the night is too tempting to resist. Will sparks finally ignite? And will Jimmy find himself having a little luck of the Irish to finally make Niall notice him?

Review:

For those of you who follow our review site, it’s no secret that I really love the Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck series by Jackie Nacht. The ‘Holiday Jobs’ series is short, sweet and give me a pick-me-up when I’m in the mood for quick and sexy read.

What I really liked about the story was the intense chemistry these two men had for each other. It was apparent that both Jimmy and Niall were clearly hot for each other, but even better, they genuinely seemed to like and respect each other as well. This short gives us just a glance of the beginning of their relationship and by the way things go, it is easy to assume that these two men will have a solid, good relationship and (at least in my mind) a very happy life together.

Ms. Nacht has become one of those authors that I actively look for new books by. I love her easy style of writing and she truly writes easily identifiable characters that are not only likeable, but also sexy as hell! If you haven’t checked out this series, and you’re in the mood for something fun and flirty, I urge you to check these books out…you won’t be sorry you did! Recommended!

Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck stories in series order are:

Bewitched at the Pumpkin Patch
Full Disclosure on Black Friday
Paper Cuts and Mistletoe
Cupids and Wardrobe Malfunctions
Pink Bunny Ears…Seriously?
But I Look Terrible in Green

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

Circling the Drain by Stephani Hecht

Title: EMS Heat, Book 16: Circling the Drain
Author: Stephani Hecht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 103
Characters: Kevin, Grif
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Series
Kisses: 3.75

Blurb:

Sometimes it just takes one fresh spark to rekindle old desires

After being a paramedic for over ten years, Grif is burned out. He has seen all the worst society has to offer and then some. He’s tired and ready to hang up his uniform for good. The thrill of the job has long left him, and his life is going nowhere fast.

Then along comes his new partner, a green-behind-the-ears kid name Kevin. Not only does Kevin have zero in the way of experience, but he’s a brat to boot. A brat who actually is excited about his job. So why is it that Grif finds the kid so damn attractive?

Will Kevin be able to bring back the spark of excitement in Grif’s life? Or is Grif too far gone to be saved?

Review:

It’s no secret that I really enjoy Stephani Hecht’s books. Her characters are always likeable men and her stories are always fast-paced and they never fail to give me an hour or two of much needed escapism in my everyday ho-hum life.

Grif is just about burned out. He’s been working as a paramedic for years and is tired of the drama and everything else that comes with it. Although Grif can be a very nice guy, his surliness at work has been pretty legendary, so getting anyone who is willing to be his partner on a day to day basis has gotten almost impossible. When he finds out that the new, young and very cute paramedic, Kevin has been assigned to be his partner, Grif has conflicting feelings about it. Of course, he’s not thrilled to have a newbie under his wing, but on the other hand, Kevin’s bubbly personality and sweet disposition could melt any man’s (including a grouchy one) heart. When he finally begins to work with Kevin, he’s surprised how smart, interesting and well…GOOD he is at his job. Before Grif knows it, he finds himself smiling more and even looking forward to going to work, just so he can be with Kevin.

Although, Grif can be surly as hell, Kevin has always admired him. Grif is a great paramedic and Kevin wants to work with one of the best, so he’s secretly thrilled to be partnered up with him. Better yet, the more the two men are around each other, the more Grif seems to be opening up to him. Soon, the two men are faced with not only liking one another but there is an attraction sizzling between them that will not be denied. But Grif has some concerns over their age difference and Kevin has his own issues he must deal with, will they be able to work through all of the red tape so they can find a way to be together?

I really liked this book a lot. I’ve read most of Ms. Hecht’s EMS stories and I’ve enjoyed every one of them. Both Kevin and Grif are likeable, interesting men. Grif has almost lost his way. He’s pessimistic about his job and has kept people at arm’s length for some time. I enjoyed watching the walls he’s built around his heart start to crumble down as he started falling for Kevin. Kevin really brought out the best in Grif and made him start viewing things in his life in a more positive light.

Although I liked Grif, I adored Kevin. He’s so sweet and smart and just an all-around likeable guy. Even though he’s a pretty well-balanced person, Kevin too has many issues he must work though as the book progressed. Kevin has come out of a very abusive relationship with an ex, who has also stolen his identity and has charged up huge amounts of bills under Kevin’s name. Because of this, Kevin has to live with his parents, who are also abusive and hateful people. This has taken a toll on Kevin’s sense of self. He often second guesses himself and because he’s called a loser by those who are supposed love him, he has some issues. But thankfully, Grif is there to be supportive of him and soon Kevin starts having a better outlook on his own self.

Although, I really did like this book, I do wish it had been a longer story. Because of the abuse Kevin has gone through, I thought the resolution of this was a little rushed and not dealt with as much as it should have been. Like many people who are abused, Kevin refuses to believe his father, who hit him, really abuses him. Kevin states that he’s an ‘adult’ so it’s not abuse. I thought this was portrayed pretty realistically, because not everyone who is abused, physically or mentally, want to admit they are abused. BUT, I really would have liked for Kevin to really have really dealt with this instead of it being a little washed over.

I enjoyed every minute I spent reading this book. Between the likeable characters and the quick pace the storyline has, Circling the Drain is definitely a great addition to the EMS series. Fans of Ms. Hecht and fans of the series will definitely enjoy this newest addition to the EMS series. Recommended!

Reviewed By: Gabbi

The EMS books in series order are:

Cherrypicker
Running Hot
Out of Balance
Man Down
Lights and Sirens
Priority One
Code Blue
Red Lights and Silver Bells
High Flow
Three Alarm Fire
Shades of the Past
In his Hero’s Shadow
Life Over Limb
Fubar
Status Dramaticus
Tagged and Bagged
Blamestorming
Circling the Drain

BUY LINK

Fire and Rain by DV Patton

Title: Fire and Rain
Author: DV Patton
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 147
Characters: Chris Ingles, Ciaran Forde
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance
Kisses: 4

Blurb:

Sometimes the fire burns through the rain.

Chris is a man drifting through life, but after one bad choice too many, he finds himself marooned in a gay resort in sunny Spain, paying off a debt to a London gangster.

He meets an enigmatic Irishman, Ciaran, who is as charismatic as he is elusive. Chris can’t tell if Ciaran is just a mirage, a sunny ghost whipped up under the Mediterranean sun. Passion burns both men up, until the summer fires fade and the rain comes.

Chris washes up in Ireland, and here, in cold Dublin he must finally face the truth—the people you love can break you…or save you.

Review:

This is the first book I’ve read by DV Patton and it definitely won’t be my last. I enjoyed the author’s descriptive writing as well as his unique and interesting characters.

The blurb does an excellent job at describing the story. Chris is twenty-eight and has had one failure after another in life. When he owes money to a sleazy wannabe gangster, he agrees to work at the gangster’s shop in Spain. What he doesn’t expect is meeting the mysterious and seductive Ciaran, who is the gangster’s nephew. Sparks fly between them and even though Ciaran keeps telling Chris he’s not interesting AND he’s not gay, Chris doesn’t buy it. As they continue to work together, they can’t ignore the attraction that sizzles between them. Soon, Chris finds himself involved with the enigmatic Ciaran and begins to suspect that he’s over his head, not only with working for the gangster, but with Ciaran as well.

I really liked this book a lot. I liked Chris. He’s had some bad luck, some from his own choosing and some from things he can’t control. Although he is trying to get his life back together, he was still confused on where his life should take him and what he wanted from it. I thought the relationship he had with Ciaran was an interesting one. Ciaran keeps Chris on his toes with his saucy demeanor and zest for life. But even though at first glance Ciaran seems to have his life together, but as the story progressed, it easy to see that there are many layers to Ciaran that neither Chris or the author touched upon. Even at the end of the story, Ciaran is still a mysterious character. It’s apparent he’s been through some kind of trauma or deception in his life, but it’s never revealed to Chris or the reader.

Because of this, I really hope this is the first book of a series. There were many unanswered questions I had when I finished reading the book. I definitely wanted to know more about Ciaran and would have liked to see these two men really put an effort forth to be together, but it didn’t happen. There is a very nice ending, but it’s also kind of open-ended, so I really hope these two men will continue their story and get the solid happy ending that they both deserve.

Fire and Rain is an interesting story with two heroes struggling to both survive and make something of themselves in an unforgiving world. The author did a great job at making me care about these two characters as well as hoping we see more from them. I’m definitely anxious to read more books by Mr. Patton and hope there will be more told about these two likeable men.
Recommended.

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK

Pink Bunny Ears…Seriously? By Jackie Nacht

Title: Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck, Book 5: Pink Bunny Ears…Seriously?
Author: Jackie Nacht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 20
Characters: Merrick, Darren
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Series
Kisses: 4

Blurb:

Only for the man he loves would Merrick ever wear pink bunny ears and a floppy tail.

Three and half years ago, Merrick moved across the country to go to the small college in Washington where, in his first week, he met fellow student and local, Darren. They immediately hit it off and began dating. Now in their senior year, both have just aced their midterms and plan on going out to celebrate until Darren’s mom calls. Merrick finds himself being asked to help Darren work at one of his mom’s card shops working as none other than…the Easter bunny. Now, all Merrick has to do is suck it up and get through one day so he can have his special night with the man he loves. But little does Darren know that Merrick has more than just a date planned…

Review:

Pink Bunny Ears…Seriously? Is a sexy and romantic story about two men who have been seeing one another for several years. For a book that runs just under 20 pages, it has plenty of humor and sweet moments between the two heroes. I liked how the two men had an obvious love, respect and affection toward each other and enjoyed reading about this short, but important moment in their lives. If you are looking for a quick, pick me up, this is a great choice for you! Recommended!

I would also like to mention that this book is a FREE read from eXtasy books. It would also be a great way to try Ms. Nacht’s stories out. It’s the fifth book in the Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck series, BUT it is also a stand-alone story in the series, so I urge anyone who has thought about reading her books, but have yet to read anything written by her, to download this quickie and give her a chance. She has a humorous and very romantic voice and I have yet to read a story by her I haven’t liked.

Holiday Jobs that Don’t Suck books in series order are:

Bewitched at the Pumpkin Patch
Full Disclosure on Black Friday
Paper Cuts and Mistletoe
Cupids and Wardrobe Malfunctions
Pink Bunny Ears…Seriously?

Reviewed By: Gabbi

BUY LINK