Art and Snowflakes by Sean Michael

Title: Art and Snowflakes
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Amber Allure
Pages: 49
Characters: Jaxsom (Jax), Dave
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance
Kisses: 3.5

Blurb:

Ten years ago, Jaxsom left town and his lover Dave, following his whim and his art through booze and alcohol. Now Jax is back, sober and clean, and with a wad of cash in his back pocket from the sale of a dozen works of art.

A chance meeting earns Jax an invitation back to Dave’s place for dinner, and soon, one thing leads to another. Now that Jax is clean, will Dave want to rekindle their romance? And if so, can Jax find a way to have his art and Dave, too?

Review:

I know I’m in for a treat when I pick up a book written by Sean Michael. He writes hot, steamy romances that will warm you up on a cold winter’s day. Art and Snowflakes is a sweet, sexy and fast-paced read that will definitely keep you warm on a chilly night.

After ten years of absence, Jax, has returned to his hometown. When he spots his former lover, Dave, at a bus stop, he immediately follows him. Although Dave is very surprised to see the love of his life sitting by him on the bus, he’s thrilled when Jax agrees to come home with him while they get reacquainted with each other.

What follows are some smoking hot love scenes and a sweet reunion of two lovers that never really forgot one another. Because Jax is an artist and as well as a recovering alcoholic and drug addict, he and Dave have some issues from the past they have to work through. Jax is a whirlwind of creativity and he’s very spontaneous. He never sticks at one place long, but there is something about Dave that makes him feel like he’s home. On the other hand, Dave is stable and enjoys his life. He never stopped loving Jax and although his life was difficult years ago because of Jax’s drug addiction, he focuses on the good times they had and hopes that Jax will one day settle down with him.

Both characters are interesting people. Jax is a little flighty, outspoken and very creative. Dave is an all-around nice guy who has never forgotten his first love. Art and Snowflakes is a sexy story about having a second chance at love. There are several things that were left unsaid at the end of the book that left me a little confused, but all in all I really enjoyed the chemistry between the two heroes and hope that their HFN ending will one day be a HEA.
Recommended!

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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Flying with Dragons by Sean Michael

Title: Flying With Dragons
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Torquere Press
Pages: 44
Characters: Grunk, Kyfan
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: M/M, Dragons Fantasy
Kisses: 5

Blurb:

Having annoyed the council, Grunk is assigned the job of Director of Human/Dragon Relations. Unfortunately for Grunk, he hates the city, he’d rather be in his dragon form than his human one, and he already hates the job even though it’s only his first day.

Then he meets his assistant, Kyfan, and he’s instantly smitten. When he finds out that Kyfan has never really flown and rarely spends any time in his dragon form, Grunk is shocked and insists on changing that, immediately. After all, flying with the lovely Kyfan’s way better than sitting behind his desk in his office.

It turns out that Kyfan is a lovely little dragon and once they’ve flown together, Grunk knows that they share a bond and he prepares to make his claim. The fact that it’s going to annoy the council is only a bonus.

Review:

Flying with Dragons by Sean Michael is such a delightful short story! I loved Grunt and Kyfan! One is a big dominate dragon who is very self confident in who he is while the other is a small delicate dragon that is so timid! It was fun watching these two fall for each other.

Sean Michael’s is a master at what he does! Only he can weave such a beautiful, sexy story in so few pages! Even though it was short I did not feel shorted.. I highly recommend this book for those looking for a quick and sexy read!
Highly Recommended!

Reviewed by: Cheryl

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The Favor by Sean Michael

Title: A Hammer Story: The Favor
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Torquere Press
Pages: 27
Characters: Eric, Lion
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: BDSM, Contemporary Romance, Series
Kisses: 4.5

Blurb:

Eric wants to know what his subs feel, so he’s planning on losing his virginity. To that end, he enlists the help of his best friend and mentor, Lion.

Things get intense when Lion insists the only man he trusts for the job is himself . How will this affect their friendship?

Review:

The Favor by Sean Michael may be a short story but Wow! Sean Michael packed the story with two of the hottest, sexiest Dom men imaginable!

Eric doesn’t want to give up being a Dom but he just wants to know what it is like to bottom and Lion sure wants to show him! These two best friends certainly know how to have fun together, and in all honesty it was almost as fun watching them hang out together as it was watching Lion show him how it feels to be made love to! Super Hot!

It’s always a pleasure reading Sean Michael’s work…I’m looking forward to the next book!

Reviewed by: Cheryl

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Tending to Rose by Sean Michael

Title: Rose and Thorne, Book 2: Tending to Rose
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Changeling Press
Pages: 63
Characters: Rose, Thorne
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Light BDSM
Kisses: 4.5

Blurb:

Rose and Thorne are back, taking their relationship to the next level, even if Rose thinks Thorne’s a little crazy for the lifestyle he wants to lead.

As Rose gears up for competitive bodybuilding, Thorne worries about what Rose is doing to his body. When Rose passes out after the competition, Thorne knows he’s right to worry and he’s determined to make sure Rose never does anything like it again.

Rose wants to contribute, though, especially when he finds out Thorne wants to open his own tattoo and piercing parlor. Can Thorne convince his lover that Rose is worth more to him than any purse Rose could win, and that what they do in the bedroom is not only not weird, but nobody’s business but their own?

Review:

If you’re like me and loved the first book in the Rose and Thorne series, you’ll enjoy Tending to Rose just as much!

The story picks up with Rose preparing for a competitive bodybuilder competition. So far, he and Thorne’s relationship has continued to thrive and progress and the men are totally in love with each other. But Thorne is surprised when he sees how much Rose has to suffer to compete and because Rose is literally starving himself to achieve the bodybuilder look, Thorne has decided Rose needs a change.

What follows is a sweet and sexy story that I liked very much. As per the first book, I really enjoyed watching the way these two men work to fit each other into each other’s lives. Although Thorne continues to be very self-assured, poor Rose questions himself and questions whether he is worthy of Thorne’s love.

I also liked how Rose and Thorne are slowly incorporating the BDSM lifestyle together that each man really craves. Rose continues to learn and thrive under Thorne’s guidance and I loved how much Thorne not only respected Rose, but with firm and gentle prodding opens up Rose to a whole new life that he’s never expected.

Although there is a BDSM theme to the book, it’s not over the top. Those who aren’t into the genre could definitely give this book (and series) a try. Mr. Michael’s is a master storyteller and in my opinion, and in particular writes the D/s relationship extremely well.

I’ve heard there will be another book in this series, and I have to admit, I can’t wait to read it. If you are a fan of Sean Michael or haven’t read anything by this author, this book would definitely be a great way to introduce yourself to Mr. Michael’s steamy and addictive storytelling abilities.

Tending to Rose could be read as a stand-alone story, but because of the strong dynamic between the two men, I highly recommend reading these books in series order.

The Rose and Thorne book in series order are:

Every Rose Has His Thorne
Tending to Rose

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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Treat by Sean Michael

Title: A Hammer Story: Treat
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Torquere Press
Pages: 64
Characters: Treat and Killian
POV: 1st
Sub-Genre: Erotic Romance, BDSM, Series
Kisses: 4

Blurb:

Really on just on their feet again after their sub Peter died of cancer, Treat and Killian are thrown for a loop when Killian is kidnapped by a madman’s brother. Shot during the rescue, Killian is injured, both physically and mentally.

Can Treat find a way to heal the new scars on Killian’s psyche, or will this latest incident be the final straw?

Review:

Treat by Sean Michael was a very easy book to read, even though it dealt with some troubling subject matter. Mr. Michael did a great job of explaining everything and inviting you into the world he created for his characters.

Treat and Killian are still trying to get over losing their sub to cancer. Each man feels like he has lost a piece of his soul, but neither willing to give up what they have. Then Killian is kidnapped, beaten and eventually shot. This throws both men into a tail spin.

All Killian wants to do is take care of Treat, make him better body and soul. I found it very interesting watching these two learn to deal with their grief, and each other as they grow and move on. On a side not the last scene is one of the hottest things I have EVER read about. Recommended!

Reviewed By: Jerry

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Sweet Cherry by Sean Michael

Title: A Hammer Story: Sweet Cherry
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Torquere Press
Pages: 22
Characters: Rafe, Bobby
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance, Light BDSM, Series
Kisses: 4

Blurb:

Rafe’s always thought BDSM was a hot little fantasy to jack off to and then he discovers the Hammer Club and starts to read up online, looking for clues as to how real it is. There’s a Laundromat across the road from the club and he watches from there, trying to build up the courage to go in.

A bored Bobby overhears the Hammer waiters talking about the young man who sits at the Laundromat and stares at the club, and decides that someone new and fresh might be just what he needs. He sends a note to the watcher and hopes for the best.

Could sweet cherry Rafe be exactly what Bobby’s been looking for?

Sweet Cherry was originally in the Cherry on Top anthology

Review:

Like many of you, I’ve had a stressful, hectic week, so when I had the opportunity to read and review, Sweet Cherry by Sean Michael, I immediately jumped at the chance to do it. I haven’t had the time to read anything but a quick, hot romance, and lucky for me, this wonderful addition to the Hammer series really fit the bill for me.

Bobby is an experience Dom who lately has become a little bored and restless from both the same people and the same hot scenes performed at the Hammer Club. He’s craving something new and fresh, so when he overhears two waiters at the Hammer gossiping about the young man who always seems to be observing the club from the Laundromat across the street. Intrigued, Bobby decides to do something a little spontaneous, and has a worker retrieve Bobby from his lookout to join him for dinner. When he meets the sweet man, Rafe, Bobby immediately becomes fascinated by Rafe’s curiosity about the BDSM lifestyle as well as the younger man’s subservient nature.

I really enjoyed meeting this new couple in the series. Both Bobby and Rafe were likeable characters who really seemed to have an immediate connection and a heavy attraction between them. I enjoyed watching Bobby become excited by the prospect of introducing Rafe into the world of BDSM and thought the scene they had together was both sexy and hot.

The BDSM in this book isn’t over the top. Rafe is an innocent when it comes to the lifestyle, so Bobby doesn’t immediately throw him into an intense D/s scene. I liked that Bobby had enough patience with Rafe that allowed him to dip his toe into something he’s never experienced before and because of it, they have a promising future of being together.

I do wish the book had been longer. I enjoyed the characters and would love to know more of how their relationship progresses, but for a quick read, it is definitely a hot and sexy one and a great addition to the Hammer series.

Short, sexy and whole lot of fun, Sweet Cherry is a great read if you need a short time of pure escapism. I’m looking forward to reading more books in this series and recommend this book for any Sean Michael fan as well as fans of the series and/or BDSM themed romances.

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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Leaf by Sean Michael

Title: Shibari House: Leaf
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Changeling Press
Pages: 49
Characters: Leaf, James
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Erotic Romance, BDSM, Series
Kisses: 4.25

Blurb:

When River calls his twin Leaf and says “Brother, I’m in trouble,” Leaf does the same thing he always does — he comes to River’s rescue. Leaf’s twin is thrilled he showed up, and quickly takes his clothes, tells him he’s going to have a great time and leaves Leaf to be auctioned off at the Shibari Auction House in his place.

Not quite sure what River has gotten him into this time, Leaf is stunned to find himself auctioned off for seventy-five thousand dollars. Not sure exactly what’s expected of him, he tells the man who won him the truth and finds himself treated more than fairly by James, the man who bought a week of his time.

Has River left Leaf holding the bag? Or has River inadvertently granted Leaf fantasies he didn’t even know he had?

Review:

The Shibari House books are a hot, sexy series by Sean Michael. I’ve read every one of the novellas in the series and enjoyed them all.

Leaf is used to bailing his twin brother River out of sticky situations. So when River calls him for help, he believes it’s just one more thing he’ll have to do to help his brother out. But when he arrives at this strange, but pristine place and River tells him he’s going back to his boyfriend, and that Leaf must take his place at the auction block, Leaf is both overwhelmed and confused. Before he knows it, his brother has left and Leaf finds himself stripped down and on auction for spending some personal time with the highest bidder. Just when Leaf is about to call it off, he hears the winning bid for him is quite high and changes his mind. Leaf could use the money and tells himself it’s just for a few days, so what harm could it be?

What Leaf isn’t prepared for is how attractive the man, James, is who has bought him. Plus, he’s guilt ridden over the deception and finds himself wanting to come clean over his and River’s deceit. Now he wonders what James will do once he’s told he’s not the man James has bid on and he begins to hope the handsome, interesting man will still want him for himself.

Whew! What a sexy, quick read this book was! Leaf is such a sweet man and watching him open up and become appreciate for who he is by James made this gem of a story really enjoyable for me. I liked watching James introduce Leaf to a whole new world of BDSM and thought they were very good together. As with the other Shibari books, I wish this book had been longer. Just when I became enthralled with these two men, boom, the story was over, and even though it was short, I still loved it.

Sexy, hot and a whole lot of fun, Leaf is one of my favorite books in the series. I loved these two men together and enjoyed every minute of this story. This would also be a great series to consider if you don’t like to read heavy D/s relationships or want to give BDSM themed books a try. They are on the more sweet, sexy side than some of the darker, more intense relationships that can between two D/s men. If you are looking for a book with some sexy men, sizzling sex and witnessing what looks to be the beginning of a beautiful relationship, then Leaf is definitely the book for you! Recommended!

The Shibari House books can easily be read as stand-alone books. They are all fun, sexy stories that I’ve enjoyed and look forward to reading the next book in the series. The books in series order are:

Jack
Alec
Ben
Leaf

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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Wallflowers by Sean Michael

Title: Wallflowers
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Amber Allure
Pages: 72
Characters: Ryan Coulter, DJ Delout
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Contemporary Romance
Kisses: 4.5

Blurb:

Ryan Coulter is a sports science graduate, who’s deep in the closet. Returning to his college town to be in a frat buddy’s wedding, he discovers he still has feelings for his old college lover, Daniel James Delout. Too bad he’s still in the closet and DJ most definitely is not, the main reason why they broke up in the first place. To complicate matters further, DJ is now blind, and is, somehow, almost maddeningly Zen about the blindness, Ryan, everything.

Can Ryan ignore his stronger-than-ever attraction to DJ and just get through the wedding rehearsal, ceremony, and reception? Does he even want to? And what happens if he and DJ do reconnect? After all, he’s still in the closet…right?

Review:

Seven years ago, Ryan walked away from his lover DJ. Ryan allowed his fear of coming out of the closet keep him from being with the man he loved. Now, he’s attending a frat brother’s wedding, and once he sees DJ, Ryan realizes he mistakenly thought that time would heal old wounds and make him forget DJ and the love they shared together. To Ryan’s surprise, DJ has changed…a lot. He’s sexy, confident and…blind. But even though DJ isn’t exactly the same person Ryan once loved, he still finds himself totally enamored with his past lover. So much so, it’s almost as if they’ve never been separated. But, time has not healed Ryan’s fear of admitting his homosexuality and his feeling towards DJ. Will these fears break the two men apart forever?

I loved this book! Both Ryan and DJ are well-written, likeable men. I understood Ryan’s fears, but really hoped he’d be able to overcome them so he could have a happy life with DJ. Something else I really liked about Ryan was his easy acceptance of DJ’s blindness. Even though he was stunned by DJ’s condition at first, Ryan quickly adapted to it. I liked how even though it was a very different thing both men had to deal with, they didn’t allow it to be the focus of their reunion.

I also liked how DJ came across as a strong, confident character. Yes, because of his blindness, he has to have help with some things, but he’s not allowed it from keeping him from achieving his own goals in life. This made him a very sexy hero to me. I also appreciated how DJ also had a vulnerable side to him. Even though he loves Ryan, he’s still determined to live the life he wants to live and not hide in the closet because of Ryan’s insecurities.

Wallflowers is a charmingly romantic love story that lived with me long after I finished the story. I loved watching these two men rekindle their love for each other and truly start their relationship back onto a firm solid ground. Wallflowers is a very sexy and well-written romance that left me with a smile on my face and warmth in my heart. Highly Recommended!

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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Mannies Incorporated by Sean Michael

Title: Mannies Incorporated
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Torquere Press
Pages: 228
Characters: Slayde, Drake
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: Romance
Kisses: 5

Blurb:

Slayde’s got the best job on earth: he’s a nanny to Army nurse and widow Mindy’s three kids. He’s been with the family since the oldest was born and is Uncle Slayde to all three children. When Mindy’s deployed, things aren’t easy, but he manages just fine. At least he does until Mindy’s big brother Drake shows up unexpectedly, announcing he’s there to help while Mindy is gone.

Drake is almost a stranger to the kids, hot as hell, especially in his motorcycling leathers, and straighter than straight. On top of that, Drake’s not used to dealing with kids, with things like gluten free, recycling and not eating fast food and soon has Slayde’s tight routine in shambles.

Slayde thinks Drake is far more of a hindrance than a help, at least at the start, but he tries to get along for Mindy’s sake and eventually, having Drake around is easier than not. But what’s he supposed to do when the straight, sexy leather wearing ex-cop makes a pass at him one night? Maybe there’s more to Drake than Slayde assumed.

Review:

Sean Michael is one of those must read authors for me. I love his books and the way he can really get to the heart and soul of his characters. He also writes some of the most erotically sexy books released, so I’m always anxious to read his stories and see what he’s got in store for me as a reader.

Since the blurb does an excellent job at describing the story, I’m not going to rehash a lot of it. Drake’s widowed sister is being deployed out of the country. She is going to be gone on tour of duty for about a year and is upset about leaving her young children. Drake lives across country and once he hears the worry and sadness in his sister’s voice, he immediately leaves his home and job to stay with the children…all without telling her he’s going to do this. When he arrives to her house weeks later, he’s surprised when the live in nanny, Slayde, has things under control and is not exactly bringing out the welcome wagon because he’s there.

Slayde has been a friend of the family and has taken care of the children since they were born. He’s upset when Drake shows up unannounced and looks like he’s the one who is going to take over. But after they talk with Drake’s sister and come up with a compromise, both men work hard and take care of the children together as a team.

I really loved this book! Slayde and Drake had a chemistry together that burned hotter and more intense as the book progressed. Even though they become friends and try to ignore their attraction to each other, they really start to form a strong family connection both with the children and with each other. I liked watching their relationship grow and flourish with each other as well as their relationship with the children. Watching them go through growing pains and the ups and downs of family life was not only realistically portrayed, but it was also heartwarming and really resonated with me as a reader.

I thought this was a very well rounded, beautifully written romance with only the humor and sexiness that Mr. Michael’s writes. The love between Drake and Slayde was truly lovely and I loved the way they really worked as a team to take care of the kids. If you are looking for a heartwarming, sexy romance with two amazing heroes and some precious kids then Mannies Incorporated is definitely the book for you! Highly Recommended!

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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Santa’s Helpers: Christmas Elves are Ringing by Sean Michael

Title: Santa’s Helpers: Christmas Elves are Ringing
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Changeling Press
Pages: 25
Characters: Joey, Bane
POV: 3rd
Sub-Genre: BDSM, Urban Fantasy, Erotic Romance, Seasonal
Kisses: 4

Blurb:

Joey’s the best doll maker at Santa’s workshop, but he’s fed up with making them and all their accessories. In fact, he’s having a tantrum of epic proportions. The big guy sends Joey’s lover Bane in to give Joey an attitude adjustment. Can Bane work his magic in time for them to make sure Santa’s sleigh is full this year?

Review:

Whew! When it comes to writing hot and steamy romances, Sean Michael is truly a master at what he does! Not only is Christmas Elves are Ringing a gem of a Christmas story, it’s both sweet and sexy. I swear the chemistry between the two heroes, Joey and Bane, really steamed up my computer screen! *Fans self*

Joey is sick of Christmas. He’s sick of his co-workers, the music and making toys for all of the good little boys and girls. He needs some quality time with his lover, Bane, but with their hectic Christmas schedule, they haven’t been able to spend much time together. When Bane finds out about Joeys negative attitude, he decides he must do what he can to put a smile back on Joey’s face as well as bring joy back into the Christmas season for his lover.

I loved this short! I’ve been reading a lot of Christmas stories lately, but when it comes to writing hot and sexy romances, none of them compare to Joey and Bane’s sizzling story. Not only did Bane bring a smile back to Joey’s face, their sexual relationship brought the temperature in my house up MANY degrees. I loved these two heroes together and in the end I wished there had been more about them. If you are looking for a HOT, sizzling short story with some unique and interesting heroes then Christmas Elves are Ringing is definitely something to put on your Christmas list! Recommended!

Reviewed By: Gabbi

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