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Review: Power 1 – Michael Barnette

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Power 1 - Michael Barnette - Through Neon Eyes

Genre: Sci-Fi, BDSM, Erotic LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Power has its price. Now the head of Polymer Gel Research Department at NeuroTech, what will Jessman have to give Director Perez in exchange for the privileges that come with such a rise in the corporate ranks? What will Bells do if he turns out to be the party favor in a game of corporate politics? And exactly what is Director Perez really after? Is it David, Bells, both of them or something else entirely? Then there’s the Director’s gunwhore, Mae. Bells doesn’t trust her, but then again, he doesn’t trust anyone, not even … Read more

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Review: Fill the Empty Spaces – Karenna Colcroft

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Fill the Empty Spaces - Karenna Colcroft

Genre: Contemporary LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Jay, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Austin and Del were the love of each other’s life for two decades–until a drunk driver took Austin away. In his grief, Del leaves his job and pushes away most of his friends. Austin would want him to go on living, but how can he when Austin is gone? In an effort to help, Del’s friend Remy books them an afternoon at a local cat cafe. There, Del bonds with Charlie, a senior cat who wears sweaters to cover his lost fur, and Lochlan, a human who volunteers at the cafe. On impulse, … Read more

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Review: Breakthrough – Michael Barnette

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Breakthrough - Michael Barnette

Genre: Sci-Fi, BDSM, Erotic LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Bells returns to the LCFree while Jessman deals with the backlash of his inattention at work. What will the two men do in order to stay together despite the different worlds in which they live? And how far is Bells willing to go in order to assure David’s safety? Warnings: BDSM, dark erotic, boss/employee, danger, violence, I will kill to protect you, Sweet Sisters (Pleasure & Pain) Author’s Note: This series must be read in order because it is a single story arc. The Review Bells has returned to the other side of the … Read more

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Review: Didn’t Know We Needed – Mere Rain

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Didn't Know We Needed - Mere Rain

Genre: Contemporary, Erotic LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon | Publisher About The Book Sometimes one decision changes your life. Javier made a mistake and paid for it with jail time and parents who won’t speak to him. But with supportive friends and hard work he’s back on track, holding down a job and going to college. He doesn’t need anything else on his plate — especially not a preppy rich boy who doesn’t look like he’s ever had a problem in his life. Brandy made a mistake and now, instead of attending Princeton with his friends, he’s at a city college full of people who seem … Read more

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Review: Parker’s Forbidden Mate – Blake R. Wolfe

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Parker Forbidden Mate - Blake R. Wolfe - Ombra Pack Chronicles

Genre: Paranormal, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Jay, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book Falling for the cute handyman renovating my kitchen probably isn’t a good idea. He’s human and I’m a werewolf. Not to mention, my parents have already picked out a new boyfriend for me. But those green eyes and strong arms are impossible to resist. AIDENJust when I thought things were looking up, my entire life falls apart, thanks to some guy. Now I’ve sworn off men forever since I can’t trust myself to pick the right one. And that’s the moment I met him, the tall, dark, and handsome man with golden … Read more

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Review: Promises 2 – Michael Barnette

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Promises 2 - Michael Barnette

Genre: Science Fiction, BDSM, Erotic LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book David is addicted to Bells, and a gunwhore is a hard addiction to break. Addictions have their drawbacks, and David Jessman would be the first person to admit he’s addicted to the passions he’s only felt in the arms of one man: Bells, the LC Zone gunwhore and deadly zonewarrior. Having gotten so wrapped up in his personal life that he forgets to do anything but daydream about a certain blond gunwhore David Jessman finds himself in serious trouble with his boss. Trouble that Bells promises to make right–somehow. Trigger warnings: Strong BDSM … Read more

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Review: Midwinter Marriage – K.L. Noone

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Midwinter Marriage - K.L. Noone

Genre: Regency, Fantasy, Alt-History, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Demi, Gay Reviewer: Rari Get It On Amazon About The Book The Honorable Edmund Rookwood needs to get married. By Midwinter. Or his father will disinherit him. Edmund has always tried to be a loyal son and dutiful heir — unlike his scandalous younger brother. But his father’s ultimatum seems impossible. Edmund has never fallen in love easily, and — according to his father — he’s a disappointment, inadequate, never good enough. Who would ever say yes to him? Sebastian Melior, the Duke of Morinbrough, mathematician and inventor and Edmund’s best friend, offers to help. After all, Sebastian’s also unmarried, and they’ve known … Read more

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Double Review: The Hencha Queen – J. Scott Coatsworth

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The Hencha Queen - J. Scott Coatsworth

Genre: Sci-Fantasy, Romance Sub-Arc LGBTQ+ Category: Gay, Bisexual Reviewers: Ulysses, Paranormal Romance Guild; Maryann Get It On Amazon | Universal Buy Link About The Book SILYA COMES INTO HER OWN, BUT WILL SHE BE ENOUGH? Silya finally has everything she always wanted. She’s the Hencha Queen, head of the Temple, and is working to master her newfound talents. So why does the world pick now to fall apart? Her once-nemesis Raven is off riding dragons, and their mutual friend (and her ex) Aik is nowhere to be found. Meanwhile, a new threat menaces the Heartland from the East, and if she can’t convince a reluctant Gullton city council to prepare … Read more

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Review: Earthquake Ethan – R.L. Merrill

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Game On - Amy Aislin - Vancouver Orcas

Genre: Contemporary LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book The Earth shook the morning actor Ethan Bradley arrived in Los Angeles looking for a second chance. He hoped his former producers Reese Matheson and Toby Griffiths meant it when they said to look them up if he were ever in LA because he had no other options. The pictures the paparazzi took at the wrap party for their London show made sure of that. What he wasn’t counting on was the reception he got from their manager, Arthur Frye. He was absolutely the kind of together guy Ethan wished would notice him, and for more … Read more

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Review: Typhoon Toby – R.L. Merrill

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Typhoon Toby - R.L. Merrill - Forces of Nature

Genre: Contemporary LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book On the surface, Toby Griffiths appears to have it all: talent, money, a brilliant mind, and model good looks. With his best friend Reese, he’s built an empire as a singer/songwriter. But beneath that glittering exterior, Toby suffers the lasting effects of betrayal (or abuse?). To keep his tempestuous past where it belongs, he insists on anonymity with lovers—no names, no personal information. A vacation fling in Bali changes all that, and he can’t get his recent playmate out of his mind. Therapist Spencer Hart left Bali with a bad case of pneumonia and a broken … Read more