Melissa’s Reviews

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REVIEW: The Nocturne Chronicles – River Hamilton

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The Nocturne Chronicles - River Hamilton

Genre: Paranormal, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book They are no longer human. But now they have to fight to save their humanity. Two hundred years ago the Great Vampire War between the Nation and the Lair brought the realm of the undead to the brink of extinction – a struggle between order and chaos, from which the Nation emerged victorious and all-powerful, to reform the vampire world forever. But now the Lair has returned, sworn to bring back the old ways of killing and hunting. Adeimantos – a 2,000-year-old vampire – finds himself in the middle of a struggle … Read more

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REVIEW: Take Everything – Alexandra Caluen

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Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Gaylot LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book A second-chance M/M romance novel about trust, truth, and recovery. When Richard and Willem picked each other up at the dance studio, it was supposed to be a one-night stand. Richard didn’t think there was anyone who could deal with his issues, or that it was even fair to ask. After six dates with Willem, he knew he was too close. And he knew it was too late, because Willem was leaving for the cruise-ship job. There was no way Willem was extending the cruise contract. Which meant it was time … Read more

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REVIEW: Because I Want To – Grace R. Duncan

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Because I Want To - Grace R. Duncan

Genre: Contemporary, Omegaverse LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Omega Adam and Alpha Matt have been best friends all their lives. Matt has been there for Adam from his first heat. They’ve never been apart and Adam has never considered being with another person. So, it confuses Matt when Adam refuses to allow Matt to bite and pair with him. Adam has seen for himself what happens when an alpha leaves his paired omega, when his mother went through the excruciating pain of a new alpha bite. Knowing his best friend as well as he does, he knows that if Matt … Read more

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REVIEW: Between the Lines – J. Scott Coatsworth

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Between the Lines - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Magical Realism, Romance, Contemporary LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | Payhip | Scribd | Thalia | Vivlio | Goodreads | QueeRomance Ink About The Book What if you could hear the words behind the words? Brad Weston’s life seems perfect. He’s GQ handsome, the chief of staff for a Republican California state senator, and enjoys the power and the promise of a bright future. And he’s in a comfortable relationship with his boyfriend of six years, Alex. Sam Fuller is Brad’s young blond blue-eyed intern, fresh out of college, running from a bad breakup, and questioning … Read more

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REVIEW: Lamplighter – J. Scott Coatsworth

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Lamplighter - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book A city plunged into darkness. Fen Theora’son is a handsome journeyman in Thyre’s Lamplighter’s Guild. He’s in love with Lewin, a Mason’s Guild journeyman, but they have to keep their affair secret. If they’re discovered, the cross-guild relationship could get them both thrown out. When the spindle – Forever’s main source of light – goes dark, the whole city looks to the lamplighters to bring light and hope. Fen must choose between loyalty to the Guild Masters and compassion, and risk putting himself, Lewin and his friends on the line. The … Read more

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REVIEW: Take Everything – Alexandra Caluen

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Genre: Contemporary, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book A second-chance M/M romance novel about trust, truth, and recovery. It was supposed to be a one-night stand. That was kind of Richard’s specialty, because he didn’t want to get too close to anyone. He didn’t think there was anyone who could deal with his issues, or that it was even fair to ask. After six dates with Willem, he knew he was too close. And he knew it was too late, because Willem was leaving. Willem looked around during the closing-night after-party and couldn’t see his new lover anywhere. A friend … Read more

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REVIEW: The Emp Test – J. Scott Coatsworth

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The Emp Test - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Sci-Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Jey awakens to find himself in the care of a handsome stranger – a cheff from one of the mountain tribes, enemies of his own people. Afraid for his life, Jey has no choice but to let the man take care of him and his broken leg. Avain is on his Aud’ling – his coming-of-age test that requires him to spend a couple months alone, away from his own people. When he finds the steader trapped under his aur with a broken leg, he knows he has to help. But not being … Read more

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REVIEW: The Last Run – J. Scott Coatsworth

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The Last Run - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Sci-Fi, Sci-Fantasy, Romance (arc) LGBTQ+ Category: Lesbian Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Sera is the last runner from Earth, bringing badly needed supplies to the Tharassas Colony across a twenty-five year gulf between the planets. Jas works on a hencha farm to make ends meet, harvesting berries from the semi-sentient plants. Neither one that knows their lives—and worlds—are about to change forever. The Review The only negative I have about this novella is that it is a novella.  I need more! I felt like I was so immersed in the crazy fabulous world building, I was falling into the story of Jas and … Read more

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REVIEW: By the Waterfall – Freddy MacKay

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By The Waterfall - Freddy MacKay

Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay/Bi Reviewer: Melissa Get It On Amazon About The Book An innocent hiker crosses paths with a creature long forgotten in human memory, except in folklore. Humans, so brave and reckless. All ego with short-term memories. Sten has not seen one for ages. His home by the waterfall has been forgotten and worn down as he felt his spirit, thin and fragile, a fraction away from splintering. With his violin in hand, Sten intends to play one last song farewell then it is time to move on. But a young man interrupts his solo, insisting Sten teach him the song instead. Publisher’s NoteThis novelette … Read more

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REVIEW: Charlie Chrysalis: Angel or Not? – Lou Sylvre

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Charlie Chrysalis - Lou Sylvre

Genre: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Reviewer: Melissa, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book In another Los Angeles, two Nephilim take hell-horses into battle against Angels, risking everything in an effort to give Hell’s lowliest slaves a chance at freedom. Eventually, every Nephilim must face Choosing Day, and for Charlie Chrysalis, the day has arrived. At Angel Headquarters in Los Angeles, the Angel Sidriel—Charlie’s guardian and also his worst enemy—asks the key question: “Spirit or Flesh?” If he chooses Spirit, Sid will certainly do everything he can to make sure Charlie fails, but he’s made up his mind. His test: solve Region Six Immigration … Read more