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October bundle

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This month’s books:

Leopold – M.D. Grimm

How does a human survive in an alien dominated InterGalactic Community? By becoming an assassin, of course. At least, that’s what Leopold thought when he became an assassin for the elite.

Pretending to be an alien known as Voidstriker, Leopold feeds his appetite for vengeance, killing aliens as well as taking their money. It’s a win-win to his mind. That is, until a bounty is placed upon his head.

With his true identity now revealed to the IG Community, Leopold knows it’s only a matter of time before the powerful family members of his victims come for blood. Far worse is the fact that the one who put the bounty on his head, is the one he most fears. A routine job three cycles ago brought him face-to-face with Mastrodai, a prince of the powerful Mrrog Nation. Not only did Leopold—accidentally—destroy part of Mastrodai’s moon, but one glimpse of the mighty alien had him feeling desire for the first time in his life. He ran, and like predator after prey, Mastrodai never stopped hunting him.

Leopold is convinced that Mastrodai wants bloody revenge. But when he finally confronts the mrrog, he is stunned to realize Mastrodai wants something very different. Something surprisingly intimate—the one thing that scares Leopold more than torture.

Reader Discretion Advised: There is torture/rape OFF PAGE (NOT between the main couple, Mastrodai and Leopold–their sexy times are always consensual)

Eros Rising – Richard E. Williams

Love, Myth, and Destiny: One Man’s Fight to Save the Cosmos

Love and destiny collide when classic literature professor Alex Leith’s 25th birthday celebration takes an unexpected turn. He didn’t know his quiet, intimate plans with boyfriend Danyal would unravel, leaving the fate of humanity and the entire cosmos resting on his shoulders. Forced to accept his birthright as the force of Eros in the universe, Alex must quickly adapt to life as a divine being or risk shattering the balance of creation and destruction, plunging the world into chaos.

In a world on the edge of chaos, Alex must choose his allies carefully when Danyal and his loved ones’ lives are threatened. Can Alex trust Galen Tucker, the handsome and headstrong bodyguard assigned to lead his security detail? Galen has his hands full protecting Alex from a clandestine terrorist group hellbent on his destruction. However, Galen’s biggest challenge may be protecting Alex from his own impulsive and reckless behavior.

Eros Rising (Olympus Ascending Series Book One) is a gripping MM urban fantasy romance that weaves Greek mythology, self-discovery, and overcoming adversity into an epic tale of rags to riches. This LGBTQI+ adventure explores themes of love and destiny against a backdrop of paranormal intrigue and corporate espionage. Join Alex on a journey filled with romance and divine battles. Will he master his new powers in time to save the cosmos?

For the Long Run – Elizabeth Noble

What if your life was a lie?

From the outside Jay’s life seems idyllic, a twenty-something, runs his family’s business with high disposable income and freedom. The reality, is Jay’s life is dictated by a bigoted, controlling, abusive father who insists Jay simply can’t be gay. Jay yearns for his own life with a dominant man, but it’s an out-of-reach pipe dream. When he meets trained Dom, Eric, the most Jay can hope for is the occasional one-night-stand or quick fling. 

Eric has his heart set on Jay, and not only for more than one night. Jay is the type of sub Eric could easily spend the rest of his life with, fall in love with. While trying to navigate winning Jay’s love, Eric’s life is further complicated by chasing down a killer who may be something other than human. 

When Jay is targeted, Eric wants only to protect him. Can he save Jay’s life and win his heart as well?

Last Romance – Matt Burlingame

Garrett spent his life preparing for “one day.” One day he’d meet the man of his dreams. One day he’d have a family. One day he’d travel to all the places he’s dreamed of seeing. Then came the one day he hadn’t prepared for. The day he was told his “one days” were about to run out. Will that be enough to make Garrett stop dreaming and finally start living?

Last Romance is a moving look at 48 year old Garrett Gilmore who is grappling with the reality of falling in love with 29 year old actor Justin Dixon, who has agreed to be his companion through the final months of his life. Is the feeling mutual or is the younger man just acting the part out of kindness? Enter David Wong, a muscular, take-charge cruise director who makes no bones about his carnal interest in Garrett.

A plethora of colorful characters, challenging situations, and existential realities round out this passionate, raw, and at times sexually charged, tale of humanity, and the lesson that it is never too late to find chosen family and true love.