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Summary: Love at first seduction in Georgian England. Reid never knew how fast love could hit until he met Midshipman David. Can he convince the reluctant young officer they are perfect together? In the style of Regency England, His Midshipman is a stand-alone M/M novella. Reid and David’s story continues in His Second Chance, the Regency Lords series, a queer romance by award-winning author Stephanie Lake. Start the series today to heat up your evening. “Stephanie Lake gives us appealing characters, fun storylines, and crisp prose. I especially enjoy the skill she uses with her historical settings. Her stories are perfect when I need an escape from the here and now.” – Kim Fielding, award-winning author of The Bureau series. “Bold, sensual historical settings that immerse you in the experience and characters that bring the past startlingly to life.” – Amy Lane, award-winning author of Fish out of Water series. Sign up to our newsletter for your free copy of His Advocate! Yay! 🙂 

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Summary: What's one more deadline? Ulysses Lenkov is on the verge of finishing his PhD when his ex-girlfriend shows up with a problem. It's been six months since the murder of her husband, Hugh, and Livia is plagued by strange noises in the night, poor sleep, and a magic book that may be cursed. The more Ulysses delves into the events that led her back to Madison, the more concerned he becomes. Ulysses's boyfriend Sam Sterling, jealous and unhappy about Livia's return, suspects that she may not be telling them the whole truth. In the meantime, he's starting to worry that he may not have left Dionysus as far behind as he thought—with odd effects for him and Ulysses. When Ulysses's academic advisor suggests their relationship is a problem, magically speaking, he's suddenly forced to make decisions he never wanted to face: break up with Ulysses to keep him safe, or stay together despite the risks. As Ulysses's defense bears down on them, the questions start to stack up. What really happened to Hugh? Does his death tie in to secrets from deep in Sam's family's past? And will Ulysses be able to figure it all out before he winds up a victim?

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Summary: A bitter lady with a dark past. A grieving widow striving to help those in need. Two women will discover it’s not too late for a second chance at romance… Lady Isolda Upshur has never known love. Married to the sovereign of the Realm at the young age of twenty, she is cast aside by her husband after giving birth to a suitable heir. Two decades later, the sovereign dies and she believes herself free, only to learn that her son has arranged for her to remarry. After this lord meets an untimely death, Isolda flees to the south of the Realm seeking solitude. Lady Eustace Durham was happily married to the love of her life until the dreaded red fever swept through the Realm. In the wake of her husband’s death, Eustace volunteers to help others ailing from the deadly disease, but soon realizes that many women in the Realm lack basic healthcare. Using the coin her husband left her in his will, Eustace opens a clandestine clinic in her cellar to provide services forbidden by the edicts. All is well until Isolda moves into the townhouse next door. Fearful that Isolda will betray her to the local authorities, Eustace concocts a plan. A suspicious Isolda accepts Eustace’s invitation to discern what her neighbor could want. Each intends to outwit the other, but both are surprised when sparks fly instead. The two determine they can help each other and those in need, but when a nefarious lord threatens all they hold dear, Eustace and Isolda have to put their romantic feelings aside to fight for the greater good. This steamy romance with a guaranteed happily-ever-after is part of The Serrulata Saga but can be read as a standalone.

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Summary: In a world where their love is forbidden, only the bravest hearts dare to dream. Secrets and lies are Polly’s stock in trade. He can't afford to be distracted, not even by the stunning Titus Kandel. Nor can he reveal the true reason he ventured into the grim world of slave-trading. Cold as ice, Titus rebuffs Polly’s every attempt to earn back his respect. And to make matters worse, in the middle of the voyage to Port Royal, Polly is forced to form a dubious partnership with Titus’ repulsive master. He’s certain he’ll never be forgiven by the man he yearns for. But fortune favours the bold. During a high-stakes game of cards, fate deals an unexpected hand. Tensions mount, passions ignite, and Polly is on the cusp of winning the prize that brought him to the Caribbean. Can he also win Titus’ heart? Or will his secrets thwart any chance of happiness? Dive into the captivating world of the Pirates of Port Royal, gay historical romance from the Golden Age of Piracy. Get your copy of A Scoundrel in Silk today and discover if love can truly conquer all!

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Summary: Five characters from the Clearwater, Larkspur and Delamere Mysteries find themselves taking the train to Cornwall for the 1892 Larkspur Hall Christmas Eve ball. To pass the time, they each tell a story from their past. Sitting in their carriage is a stranger who listens to their stories of detection, mystery and prophesy, and recognises some of the people involved. As they near their destination, the stranger realises he is more involved with his fellow passengers than they know, but who is he? Where is he going, and why? 1892 can be read as a short, standalone novella, and there’s no need to have read the Clearwater, Larkspur or Delamere series to enjoy the story. However, you might gain more from reading 1892 if you already know the characters and their histories.

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Summary: Stronghold Fair Haven by the Sea is a beacon in a sometimes harsh world, open to all and deliberately, stubbornly kind. It also holds the honour and responsibility of hosting an atelier, a workshop for the rare and highly-prized magical engineers known as Mancers. Hazel lives a comfortable, contented life in Stronghold Haven as a member of the team of elite bodyguards protecting the resident Mancer. But when another Mancer comes knocking on Haven's door to plead for refuge from the stronghold zhey've just escaped, zhey bring the looming threat of invasion in zheir wake. Ash is disruptive to Hazel's peaceful routine in more ways than just that: to his own surprise, he's hopelessly attracted to the prickly, secretive Mancer. This might be the start of something precious...or the end of everything he holds dear.

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Summary: Will Ben capture a pirate’s heart? Or is he just pirate booty? Under threat of arrest, Ben fled England for the Caribbean, leaving behind everything except his hard-won skills as a gunsmith. He dreams of starting anew among the Brethren of the Coast, a notorious brotherhood who take what they want and love where they please. If they're welcome in Port Royal, why can't Ben carve out a place for himself there? But the most sinful city in the New World is a perilous place for newcomers. Ben is saved from a dreadful fate by Robert Lightfoot, a pirate whose ruthless nature is as vivid as the scar that ruined his face. He both terrifies and enchants Ben, leading him down a path of unimagined passion. Yet, just as swiftly as Rob ignites Ben's desires, he abandons him, leaving Ben furious and heartbroken. Swearing off pirates, Ben resolves never to fall in love again. Fate, however, is not so easily denied. Drawn into a dangerous adventure by a gang of pirates, Ben calls on all his skills to survive. Will he emerge from the challenges stronger, or will the Caribbean claim him as another lost soul? Embark on an epic journey of love, danger, and self-discovery with the Pirates of Port Royal, gay historical romance from the Golden Age of Piracy. Get your copy of Pirate Booty today!

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Summary: Hired by the esteemed Clearwater Detective Agency, and determined to prove themselves worthy, Jack and Will Merrit face their first case: They have eight days to unravel past events at an English public school, find a missing man and prevent his suicide. A new life brings intriguing potentials as Jack grapples with his attraction towards men. As the assistant to the manly and assured, Jimmy Wright, he must put aside his longing for Larkin Chase and the temptations of a new stable lad, and face the weight of his new responsibility. The Merrit brothers’ future depends on it. But when circumstances pull Jimmy away, Jack and Will are left alone to navigate a map of deceit, solve the case, and save a man’s life, even if it means risking their own. ‘A Fall from Grace’ is the second book in the Delamere Files series of romantic, Victorian gay mysteries, and follows on from ‘Finding a Way.’ The books should be read in order.

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Summary: Two years after finishing his tour of duty in the Occupational Forces in Japan, Damson O'Reilly arrives in Siena, Italy. Sight-unseen at a local auction, he buys an abandoned Tuscan farmhouse in which he aims to write, paint, and start a new life. The house, passed over at auction, becomes an impulse buy when it's put up for a final time. He's prepared for a semi-ruin, happy to turn his hand to renovating the house - however, what he's totally unprepared for are three dead bodies, one of which he stumbles over when he arrives at La Mensola, the name of his isolated farmhouse on the road between Siena and Montepulciano. Against the backdrop of a series of grisly murders, The Road to Montepulciano is the story of a young man, still suffering the scars of war, who, despite betrayal of trust and surrounded by a complex web of lies, finds friendship, love and the warmth of community.

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Summary: Indiana Jones meets The Magpie Lord in this suspenseful MM Victorian era romance from award-winning author Stephanie Lake. Tormented by nightmares, and fighting to maintain his sanity, Kit Asplin struggles to keep his business afloat. He might sell the occasional ancient artifact to make ends meet, but he never mixes business with pleasure. And he certainly does not have time for an inexperienced, prickly Englishman with a flirty sidekick. Everything Dylan Mansfield holds dear is in jeopardy. If he doesn’t find a specific sacred object for his mentor, he and Bertie will lose their positions, and the only family they know. Their future lies in the hands of a man for hire, who seems a rather shady character. Can Dylan trust Kit who trades in stolen artifacts and secrets? And if that’s not enough to cause Dylan angina, the object he must uncover and take to England has alternate plans. His Tomb Raider is the first book in the Magic of the Lost Temple series. If you like charming characters and rich plots, you’ll love this page-turning historical romance by award-winning author Stephanie Lake. Discover this must-read paranormal series today! “Stephanie Lake gives us appealing characters, fun storylines, and crisp prose. I especially enjoy the skill she uses with her historical settings. Her stories are perfect when I need an escape from the here and now.” – Kim Fielding, award-winning author of The Bureau series. “Bold, sensual historical settings that immerse you in the experience and characters that bring the past startlingly to life.” – Amy Lane, award-winning author of Fish out of Water series.

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Summary: On the dangerous high seas, there is nothing more precious than trust…   Billy loves the freedom he has as a pirate, where no man is his master. But when his captain tasks him with guarding an abducted naval officer, he starts questioning everything he thought he ever needed… Crispin Merrick wants nothing more than to command a ship in the Royal Navy. Even though the war has ended and he’s been stripped of his duties, he still dreams of naval glory. But being kidnapped and held captive by a pirate with the face of an angel and the soul of a scoundrel makes him wonder if it’s finally time for some new dreams. Can these polar opposites overcome their differences in time to survive what their enemies (and the treacherous seas) have in store for them? Only if they can trust in each other—and in love—when the time comes… A Star to Sail By is an emotional, standalone, enemies to lovers, forced proximity M/M historical romance. Download today and get ready to set sail for adventure and romance on the high seas.      The book contains material some readers may find upsetting. Full details are given on the contents warning page of the author's website, linked to at the beginning of the book (visible on Amazon's 'Look Inside' feature).

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Summary: It began with a man sobbing in the night. When he is robbed by a fare, London cabman, Jack Merrit, thinks his life is over, but then he meets the dashing writer of social observations, Larkin Chase, a man in search of love. Larkin sees the chance for Jack to earn a twenty-pound reward. All Jack has to do is identify the pair of crooks that robbed him, but the crooks are part of a notorious East End gang who know no boundaries when silencing a witness. Despite the possibilities Larkin offers, Jack’s world begins to crumble. He must either deny or allow his unnatural desire and decide if he is to see justice done and win his reward. But when an equally dashing young detective arrives on the scene, Jack's life becomes even more complicated. Finding a Way is the first of a new series of thrilling Victorian mysteries. If you enjoyed the Clearwater Mysteries and Larkspur Mysteries, you'll love this book. There is no need to read them first.

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Summary: In six novels, a slow-burn but hot gay romance topped with intrigue and humor, set in 1920s Ireland. Save @70% on the box set… Michael McCree meets Simon Hart. Fisticuffs fly. And before Simon knows what’s happened, he’s gained a new flat-mate, a new business partner, and a wanna-be lover. It’s the “wanna-be” that drives every novel, from first to last. It takes Michael over 300,000 words to earn forgiveness for his steam-locomotive seduction of Simon, and it takes Simon almost that long to fully appreciate what the damn fellow did. ~Heart to Hart: A roustabout with a secret falls arse-over-bollocks for a surly, angry PI. Together, they solve a mystery but start their own, much deeper one. ~Sparring with Shadows:  A man fights his inner demons while confronting his horny flat-mate, a determined swordsman, and a dangerous criminal. ~To the Bone: A pesky newcomer burrows like a tick between the two PIs even as they struggle to fight crime and to understand each other’s most secret desires. ~Thin as Smoke: Hollow-chested Dashiell Hammett stands between Michael and Simon like a blunt revolver, and his presence in a Mafia hunt threatens to dead-end their edgy relationship. ~Masters of Cane: Even Simon is surprised at the true meaning of “cane master” in this novel of sex, crime, and punishment. ~Into a Crack: Michael and Simon’s arch-nemesis slips out of a staunch prison and into a crack. Their job is to bring a pitiless enemy to justice, or die in the attempt. ~gay  ~erotic romance  ~mystery  ~humor  ~action-adventure  ~forced-proximity  ~ 1920s Ireland  ~New box set of 6 full novels

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Summary: All four Gentleman's Bounty books in one collection   "Honestly, I expected hot garbage. Instead I got sucked into a conspiracy plot with multiple points of view and handsome pirates." 4 star reviewer on Amazon for Kidnapped by the Gentleman Read the complete adventures of Cedric and his men in this collection of all four Gentleman's Bounty books. These are unchanged from the individual publications, just compiled here for your convenience. Think Pirates of the Caribbean but much gayer and with a dash of Lovecraftian horror   Blurb for book one: Kidnapped by the Gentleman Cedric has been kidnapped by pirates....they have no idea how much trouble they're in for.<br><br>Cedric was living his best life, partying in the colonies, bedding whomever he pleased and trusting that his parents’ money and affluence would get him out of any unfortunate scrapes. Until he was kidnapped by the fearsome pirate Lucifer, who planned to trade him for a hefty ransom. Unfortunately, he’s not the only one after Cedric, and the strange secret society who have Cedric in their sights might just be more dangerous than Captain Lucifer. Now Cedric is trapped on a pirate ship with a dashingly handsome captain, a quartermaster who won’t stop staring at him and an overwhelming desire to find some fun, all while saving his hide from an unknown organisation who will stop at nothing to track him down. This is a pirate why choose /MMMM series from Drake LaMarque. Set in the same world as the His Piratical Harem series, this book features a plucky new main character, a new pirate ship and a Lovecraftesque new threat.

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Summary: Only the selected few got to attend the special evenings hosted by Samuel Redbourn, 9th Earl of Crofton, the Hellcat of the Ton. Historical gay romance. The second Regency Earl of Crofton. A standalone novel in the Crofton Universe.

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Summary: Lizzie Ferguson isn’t your typical 1912 woman! She does not intend to ever marry, her lovers could be male or female, she was a Pinkerton Agent, carries a Derringer in her handbag, her best friend is Stiles Long (The Pinkerton Man Series), and she will do anything to solve a case. Including dressing in rags and scrubbing toilets in a male brothel. You can read some of her adventures with Stiles and Michael in the Pinkerton Man Series. Now, she’s beginning her own adventures and she’s not afraid to do anything it takes to catch a killer.

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Summary: Seven unforgettable men: Gristle… Tough and hard to swallow, he’s an embittered former soldier who has absolutely buried his own humanity Wynn… A young Welsh pony trainer with a wicked sense of humor and an abiding love for a much older man Tristus… The Man of Sorrow, Gristle’s first love and a would-be acolyte of the man who will one day become a saint Xan… A scatter-foot who follows only his thirst for the open road and his lust for desirable men Dub… A scholar-warrior with a shrouded past who stands at the right hand of Ireland’s High King Fergus… That same king’s bad-boy son—a drunk and a miscreant with designs on his father’s wise man, and on that man’s own attractive brother Oisean… An innocent wilding trying to survive in a different new world, one of hidden evil and not-so-hidden desire Seven unusual men meet and interact in one way or another during a dozen or so years of turbulent adventure in the badass time of St. Patrick. One critic has described the novels as “gay sexual journeys that are powerful—and absolutely breathtaking.” The novels may be read as stand-alones. But the men’s stories are linked in a way that brings passion to higher and higher levels. As you read, I think you will want to experience the entire series as a crescendo of grief and joy and self-discovery.

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Summary: Shortlisted for the 2024 Lambda Literary Award in Gay Romance. Shortlisted for the 2024 Midwest Book Award for Fantasy/Scifi. A graduate student and an archivist fight a god. Fall, 1969. Ulysses Lenkov should be working on his dissertation. Instead, he's caught up in the troubles of ghosts and hapless magic users. But when his clients start vanishing, he worries there's something afoot that’s worse than an unavenged death. The last word on the victim's lips? Dionysus. Sam Sterling just moved back to Madison and is already embroiled in a family crisis. But his peaceful days as an archivist come to an end when the magnetic, mistrustful Ulysses turns up with a warning. There's a god coming, and it's coming for Sam. As the two men's lives grow ever more intertwined, they face harrowing demon attacks, family secrets, and the race to a solution that doesn't end in heartbreak and death. As the solstice draws near, so does a deadly showdown that threatens both Sam and the city itself. Dionysus in Wisconsin is the first in a new series of urban fantasy/historical M/M romances set in Madison, WI in the late 1960s/early 1970s. It doesn't end on a cliffhanger and can be read as a stand-alone.

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Summary: After training under the famed Escoffier, Henri is now Head Chef at the Royal Tea Room-the jewel in the crown of the newly opened Hartridge & Casas department store. With his sights set on one day opening his own restaurant, Henri has no time for distractions, especially not love. But his moorings are shaken loose when Nico, a charming and gorgeous new waiter, appears. However, the interfering adventurer Lord Ockley is determined to have Nico all to himself. When he can't, he threatens to expose Nico and Henri's relationship, risking not only the destruction of their careers and reputations, but possibly even worse. Will Henri abandon his career dreams for the love of the only man who has ever touched his soul? Can Nico convince Henri that love is the most important dream of all? Set against the backdrop of the 1908 Summer Olympics and the historic Franco-British Exhibition, Catering to Love is the story of two men trying to find love in a society where the mere mention of their passion risks ruin. It's a new century, with London blossoming into modernity, and love is the most important ingredient. Audiobook Duration: 7 hours 56 minutes

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Summary: Anyone who had thought Lord Byron mad, bad and dangerous to know, obviously hadn’t met Charles Redbourn, 8th Earl of Crofton. Charles Redbourn cares little for anyone’s opinion, life is there to be lived and the London Ton provides a host of pleasures. He is used to getting his own way and, after another clash with the impertinent Captain Timothy Thorne, Charles is determined to put the uniformed upstart in his place. Both are stubborn and passionate men, and someone is going to win this battle of wits—to the winner the spoils. But when enemies turn into lovers, they face an uncertain future. Charles has to decide which is more important, Timothy or being the Earl of Crofton.   “My constitution is no concern of yours, Crofton. I fear you would not survive at my hand. A soft bellied gentleman such as yourself could not hope to slake my needs.” Charles snorted. “Bless your naivety, Captain. Give a man a sword and shiny buttons and he thinks he is a dashing hero, but maybe he is the heroine who is in need of a firm hand.”