Behind Locked Doors 2 by Emma Hillman

Story: 8.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 17.5

Publisher: eXcessica

Contemporary Multiple Partner

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Blurb: Thursday has never wanted to be shared but here she is, being passed from one Master to the next as if she is nothing more than a doll, there only to please them. All this because Scary hated not having been the one to break her. The damn man obviously thinks he's a god. Ah, let her laugh! He's just like the other ones, except...except now he's also the only one who seems to take care of her. The only one who manages to make her come, the only one who tries. What's going on? Why is Scary suddenly the man she goes to? And why does no one listen to her when she says she doesn't do women?

Warnings: This title contains graphic language, group sex and elements of lesbian sex.

Review: As a fan of Ms Hillman, I knew I’d get an emotion story to go along with scorching hot sex and well developed characters. This story is no exception. As a reader, I think the book would be better enjoyed had I read the first in the series. I wasn’t immediately captivated by the characters and the setting took a little time to become grounded. However, within a few pages I was swept into the story and had no trouble understanding who the characters were and their connection to Thursday. In the heart of the story, I couldn’t read through the pages fast enough. I simply had to know what was going to happen next. I found myself falling for Scary as easily as Thursday does. Ms. Hillman pens a poignant story and in the end I felt exactly as Thursday. The author gives emotional depth to the story that is so real, it’s not always a pleasant experience. But that was the intended response and one that will stay with me long after the book was finished.

And Spoil the Child by habu

Story: 8

Presentation: 9

Total: 17

Publisher: eXcessica

Contemporary m/m and more

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Blurb: Enter the hallowed halls of the Mount Holly boy's prep school, where young men are trained for athletic scholarships at prestigious universities and hidden away for unseemly histories of being naughty with other young men-but where the environment only encourages their naughtiness and broadens their experience to include older men. And Spoil the Child is a twisting tale of a professor-student struggle for one-upmanship and dominance.

Warnings: This title contains graphic language and m/m sex.

Review: And Spoil the Child is a hot glimpse into life on campus. College bound athletes, hot, primed and ready for some gay sex education. Wow, I’ve been schooled in the most deviant ways. The story has a nice pace, lots of hot sex and a variety of characters. I was dropped into the heat of the story and the intensity never let up. Wickedly good and easy to recommend.

Checkout by Elise Hepner

Story: 6

Presentation: 6.5

Total: 12.5

Publisher: eXcessica

Contemporary

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Blurb: Hardcore punk rocker Jennifer's been exiled from her safe, far away college back to her small town. The trouble started when she was caught having sex with her college adviser, Paul-by the Dean of Students. All she wants to do is damn the man and the trouble has just kept coming. She's forced by her socialite parents to work the night shift in her local grocery store while feigning off come-on's from customers and a circa 1950's boss.

But things get more complicated when Paul comes back into town for a little stop-and-shop. Jennifer is forced to confront their growing master/slave relationship and the mounting feelings she's been harboring all summer. Meanwhile, Paul the good ol' boy whose grown up playing football and exuding charm is ready to put Jennifer's smart little mouth to work. All she wants is for him to stay. But he won't take anything from her without a price.

Warnings: This title contains graphic m/f/m sexual situations, spanking, a high level of dominance, and submission play.

Review: For a short story, Checkout has all the makings for a hot little teaser. I have to say I was disappointed. The blurb has more story content than the actual story. I love Excessica’s sinfully wicked short stories of sex. Tightly written titillation. Turn me on and leave me breathless. I don’t even need that much “plot, story or characterization” if I know I’m getting a little sex on paper. I love it. Checkout had potential. I felt like there was more interchange between the customer Jennifer blew off than there was between her and Paul. At times the choreography was difficult to visualize. While Ms. Hepner is clearly talented in her writing ability, this story didn’t come together for me. There was also repeated misuse of words that became distracting.

Sugar Rush by Lissa Matthews

Story: 8

Presentation: 9

Total: 17

Publisher: Loose Id

BBW Erotic Contemporary

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Blurb: Graham Hall is twenty-six and has a dream job as a travel writer. He's come to Colorado for work and a little personal down time. With his article done and the six-month lease up on the small cabin in the valley, he's stayed around until his next assignment. In a downtown Denver bar, Graham meets Edward and after a short conversation agrees to a blind date with Edward's business partner, Jane. After all, what could it hurt?

Jane is completely oblivious to the machinations of Edward and Graham and shows up at Graham's cabin to deliver a box of handmade chocolate truffles. From the minute Graham opens the door, Jane falls head over heels in lust. A plus size, mid-thirties woman, Jane isn't sure what Cowboy Surfer, as she's dubbed him, sees in her or why he's so tenacious in his pursuit and tries throwing him off at every turn.

The inability to say continue saying 'No' leads to hot, scorching sex and a lot of follow-up phone calls opening Jane's eyes to the realization that maybe life doesn’t have to revolve around chocolate truffles, but rather around a delicious, well traveled younger man.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Dubious consent, voyeurism of male/male sexual interaction.

Review: You know, there are times when you start reading a book and for some reason things just feel right. The hero is sexy, and irresistible. The heroine is likable but has reservations about the development of a relationship. The super stud is going to do his damnedest to change her mind...And somewhere along the way you find yourself smiling for no apparent reason. Maybe it's because the story is just one of those that you like.

That is how I felt about this one. I just couldn't help but fall for the characters in the first few scenes. Ms Matthews, you have done a great job crafting a sexy, sensual tale that kept me warn. :)

Everybody Fucks Raymond by Kris Klein

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: eXcessica

m/m Contemporary

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Blurb: It's a temp worker's dream for Aaron Adams-working at an upscale accounting firm in Phoenix that openly caters to hiring GLBT employees. Better still, Aaron's finally been invited to sit at the lunchroom's "rainbow table," where all the "gay elite" at DCH mix and mingle together, sharing laughter and office gossip. Soon, however, Aaron realizes there are some very stereotypical haters in the bunch-when a short, beefy, almost supernaturally good-looking Latino enters the lunchroom just long enough to buy something from a vending machine. The entrance, and exit, of senior accountant Raymond Aguilar sets the rainbow table to twittering; it seems the gossip going on around the office is that practically every gay guy in the building has bedded the hunky Latin stud, who's pretty much known as the office slut-something Aaron has a really hard time believing. Convinced Raymond Aguilar is the victim of some bitchy queens who are just jealous-or angry because they can't have him themselves-Aaron takes it upon himself to visit Aguilar's office that afternoon, to tell him what's going on…where a wayward erection, from being so close to the testosterone-oozing slab of machismo, turns Aaron's meeting with Raymond into a new definition of "employee relations."

Warnings: This title contains graphic language, m/m sex, anal sex, and cum swallowing.

Review: Kris Klein keeps them coming…literally. Both the awesome stories and hot men.

Everybody Fucks Raymond…and I feel like I have too. That’s because the story is graphic, detailed, and oh so naughty and vulgar. This super short story has a fun beginning, a risky, and totally kinky middle and pleasantly satisfying ending. Would I expect anything less from Kris? And in true Kris fashion, the sex is raunchy and hot. Damn, but I love the dirty boys.

Marked by Brenna Lyons

Story: 7

Presentation: 9

Total: 16

Publisher: Phaze

Sci-Fi

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Blurb: Money clips and microchips...that's what little boys are made of. Lace and flair and grave malware...that’s what little girls are made of.

Who knew a fatal crash could feel so good? Houston Lawton's sons are every woman's dream men: successful, intelligent, rich. There's just one little problem; they can't feel love. A jaded woman might claim that's typical of the breed, but they're not clueless. Cybernetic inhibitors suppress the emotion to stabilize their neuro-processors. They've never lost control...until now.

Review: There is a lot of story packed into a few pages. For this reason and because I didn’t want to miss a thing, I had to read a bit slower. There were a few shaky spots where I wasn’t quite “in” the story, but Ms Lyons quickly amps up the action and brought me right back. The sex is hot but the tease is even hotter.

Rediscovery by Mychael Black

Story: 6.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 15.5

Publisher: Phaze

m/m Urban Fantasy

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Blurb: Nikky and Danny know they are different, and are perfectly happy being with each other. Yet, Nikky yearns to know more about his kind, for surely other werecats exist in the world. A chance encounter with a woman who could be his twin sparks a desire to research his murky past...but will Danny go along with it?

Review: Rediscovery gets high marks for lots of hot sex between two hot men. In fact most of the story is dedicated to sex. Yippee for those of us who love our gay sex, raw gritty and every part of the body tasted, probed and explored.

But for this romance reader, the story didn’t reach full potential. I understand that Mychael wanted to draw out the secret between these two characters. But rather than amp up the tension, the lack of information made the dynamics between the two confusing. I would have liked an understanding of what was going on. So holding out the truth of Danny until the end was anticlimactic for me. I did enjoy Nikky’s discovery of his family and the story does end with a happily ever after.

Punishing Pansy by Penelope Friday

Story: 8

Presentation: 9

Total: 17

Publisher: eXcessica

Erotica

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Blurb: Work is a place for working, not for illicit pleasures. When David catches his employee Pansy masturbating, he needs to teach her a lesson - and it seems Pansy is all too willing to be taught.

Warnings: This title contains masturbation, spanking, and m/f sex.

Review: WHEW!! A total little hottie! At only about 1300 words if you are looking for s-e-x the here you go :) A cute, tiny story line that doesn't steal the lime-light from the I've-been-a-very-bad-girl punishment. You know you want to take a peek at it ;)

Dani's Demons by Cindy Spencer Pape

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Paranormal ménage

Blurb: Immortal Cravings, Book Two

Bored with her life in Chicago, vampire Dani DuBois heads to Las Vegas for a little fun. Then she meets demons Kaz Elgin and Ty Cole, and things start to get really interesting. Torn between the attraction she feels for each of them, Dani at first has no idea that the two men know each other. When she runs across the two of them having an argument, she can’t believe they’re both being such men, but they’re both so incredibly hot. After they take care of their rogue demon problem, they decide to take care of Dani—together. Through a dungeon sex club and bondage games in a private room, they set out to discover just how much fun three immortals can have in Sin City.

Note: While part of a series, this book can be read as a stand-alone.

Review: Wow, this is a fantastic story. From the first page you just know Dani is on the hunt for hot sex and adventure. Kaz and Ty don’t disappoint. Hotter than hell, these demon lovers know how to put the heat between the sheets. There is a hint of a plot, but it’s all sex—and it’s good curl-the-toes-sex—driving this sizzling tale of lust. Although the character’s development was brilliantly written. These three were emotional with flaws and all had to come to terms with their past to see any possible future. I loved the titillation of a little man on man action thrown in the mix. It made the ménage more inclusive. It wasn’t all about Dani and yet Kaz and Ty wouldn’t have been complete without her or without each other. The story leaves you with a good feeling knowing these three have more passionate explorations in their future. Ms. Pape has a refreshing way with words and descriptions. A great way to heat up your chilly afternoon.

Dead Men Get No Tail by Misty Malone

Story: 8

Presentation: 8

Total: 16

Publisher: Phaze

Contemporary

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Blurb: Clay Parkinson has a big problem. He doesn't understand why he's having erotic dreams and tempting thoughts about his best friend, Jack, especially since Clay is straight. Or so he tries to convince himself.

Worried about not leaving a legacy after graduation, Jack plans a fake funeral so he can enjoy the accolades while still alive. Clay can't figure out why he hates the idea so much, until he begins to think it might be because he's accidentally fallen in love his with best friend. Desire fighting against common sense, Clay will do anything it takes--including a date with the class dominatrix, his first visit to an adult toy shop, and a book about the Ins and Outs of sex--to figure out what he wants, who he wants, and, eventually, how to get him.

Review: The title says it all. This book had big laughs, hot men, sexual tension so thick it was suffocating in a most wonderful way. I enjoyed the gradual revelation of awareness between Jack and Clay. I found Jack’s openness to possibilities there all along. The brilliance in the story telling was in how Ms Malone developed Clay’s character. Straight men don’t want to screw their best friends, right? Wrong. I loved this best friend to lovers story. The situation comedy, the eclectic cast of characters and the fun ploy in the plot. Oh and the plot. This is a story to put a smile on your face. The sexual encounter happens at the perfect moment, the emotional components are in place and the graphically described final scene will turn you into liquid warmth. I loved it.

Threesome by J.M. Snyder

Story: 8

Presentation: 8

Total: 16

Publisher: eXcessica

M/M Contemporary

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Blurb: When Chris and his boyfriend Alan stop into a local bar for a few drinks, the last thing they expect is to be propositioned by a stranger looking to earn a little extra cash. At first Chris laughs off the offer, but Julian can be nothing if not persuasive. His suggestion of taking on both guys at the same time does wicked things to Chris, and he knows he's in for the time of his life if he can just get Alan to go along with it…

NOTE: This is the only ménage à trois story I've written to date and began as a 300 word flash fiction short published by Ruthie's Club. It appears in my print collection Shorts.

Warnings: This title contains graphic language and explicit scenes of gay or M/M sex.

Review: This is the story you want to grab if you’re looking for a super short read that packs a lot of heat between the pages…and between lips…and between those tight sweet cheeks. My eyes are singed! The images burned into my corneas are so freakin’ hot that I was able to overlook my personal ick factor of bathroom sex. The ending had me smiling. Chris and Alan are a sweet couple and apparently Julian is ready…well for everyone.

Healing Seduction by Jory Strong

Story: 8

Presentation: 8

Total: 16

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Contemporary Ménage

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Blurb:For years Lucca and Quade have shared women and enjoyed games of sexual dominance. While she was married, Kiera was off-limits, even in their fantasies. Now that she’s single, guilt and loyalty keep them from acting on their desire.

At twenty-six, Kiera has been a widow for almost as long as she was a wife. Before pain and loss stripped her bare and changed her, she’d never craved the things Lucca and Quade want in the bedroom. Now she does. She knows they love her. But for them to have a future together, she needs to break through their emotional barriers.

Unknown to them, she’s got a plan. And if it works, Quade and Lucca won’t be able to resist her healing seduction.

Note: Set in the Crime Tells world, with brief cameos from Lyric (Lyric’s Cop), and Calista and Benito (Calista’s Men).

Review: There are so many layers to this story. Pain from loss that will rip your heart out. Guilt for desires that for each character’s unique reasons are perceived to be wrong. The longing they feel is palpable. The three characters at the heart of this story need each other but that requires them to go after what they want. Sometimes easier said than done. Thankfully, Kiera is a strong heroine and knows what she wants. With a little manipulation, she can have the relationship she wants.

A complicated storyline into a few pages but that didn't detract from my enjoyment. The sex is hot, the characters likeable and the plot engaging. Emotional and poignant in places, this story was a lovely way to spend part of my afternoon.

Hard Lessons and Security by Jack Greene

Story: 8.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 17.5

Publisher: Phaze

M/M Contemporary

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Blurb: Two hot encounters in two hot shorts from bestselling author Jack Greene!

Hard Lessons: Studious Tom - resident nerd and social wallflower - has the enviable job of tutoring the college BMOC. Shawn needs to pass his math course in order to continue playing football, but once brain meets brawn the pair ends up studying more anatomy than numbers.

Security: Working late in his lab brings Tyler satisfaction with his career, though it's hell on his personal. Stolen moments ogling Gideon, the building's night guard, helps ease the loneliness, and when Tyler discovers he's being ogled himself he decides it's time for a whole new experiment.

Review: Both of these stories have well crafted characters and plenty of hot sex. Of the two, I loved Hard Lessons. The fear of being discovered in the throes of public passion had me tingling in all the right places. I enjoyed the connection between Tom and Shawn. I found their dialog and responses genuine and engaging.

Tyler and Gideon’s physical reactions were scorching, instant and primal. Love the sexy nerd meets hot man in uniform. My only complaint with Security was in Gideon’s dialog. Tom is so refined, well spoken and intellectual. Gideon’s incomplete sentences started to break the sexy flow of the story. I still enjoyed Security and can easily recommend this duo of short stories to anyone looking for a titillating taste of m/m erotica.

Spanish Eyes by Phyllis Campbell

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 9.5

Total: 17

Publisher: Book Strand

Historical

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Blurb: Ladies' man Anton Carrera is smitten with Rebecca from the very beginning. He wants nothing more than to seduce the stiff Miss Wakefield, until he learns she's investigating him for a crime he didn't commit

Rebecca is innocent and naive; convinced Anton is the villain her superiors have painted him. But her over-zealous determination places both of them in danger and he is forced to play the honorable rogue.


Sweeping her away to Padre Island off the coast of Spain seemed like a clever idea at the time. But how can he protect them both from his uncle's murderous games when Anton's heart falls victim to a woman as full of independence as she is desire.

Review: This story has it all in true melodrama fashion. It is full of intrigues and exciting rescues.
He is a handsome , romantic, fascinating Spanish hero - who has secrets. She is a beautiful, brave heroine who has ambitions.
There is a boatload of "bad guys", from the evil uncle and his henchmen to a handsome stranger.
Some bad guys appear to be good and good guys appear to be bad.
The settings, from New York City to romantic Spain, add to the appeal of the story.
I enjoyed reading this story.

The book cover was eye catching. I really liked the sails on the ship blending up into his collar.
Story was well presented I found only one typo that was humorous. P 185 they stayed "in a brother".

Cajun Blue by Dominique Adair

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's cave

Contemporary BDSM Erotic

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Blurb:Elle Grayson is a woman with a taste for bondage and handsome men who know how to wield a paddle. Using the name Ms. Scarlet, she attends a B&D party with the intention of finding a man to satisfy her dark, sensual nature for a one-night stand.

Remy “Blue” DeLaughter is a Cajun with a taste for the dangerous and an eye for sexy, curvaceous women. While attending his business partner’s party, he finds the woman of his bondage dreams, only to have her slip away in the night. He wants her for a lifetime. Finding her is the problem…

Publisher’s Note: Originally published in the R.S.V.P. anthology.

Review: Holy hot sauce!! Move over Tony, there's a new Cajun in my life :)

Oh but what I would give to have Blue for just a little while. *SIGH* Oh well, I guess I'll just have to be content with reading this story over and over :) Not like that's any kind of punishment or anything.

Ms Adair has done a fantastic job crafting a smoky, sexy, spank me again read that was a total winner for me. Perhaps next time we can convince her to include a life size cardboard cutout of her hero with the purchase.....YUMMY!!!!!!!!

*SNAPS* my dear on a wonderfully written story that let me wiggly, wanting and sooo needing to track down my hubby ;)

Rogues by Denysé Bridger

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 8.5

Total: 16

Publisher: Hearts on Fire

Historical

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Blurb: Three stories, one kind of hero, pirates anyone? Includes the short stories Angel-Fire, Storm-Singer, and The Phantom’s Lair… Historical adventure, and the darker mystery of an ageless vampire who keeps a witch at his side, his protector and his lover through eternity...

Angel-Fire: A short intro to the world of Captain Jack Stanton, an honourable man with a tarnished reputation. Stranded in Nassau, caught up in a pleasant interlude with a barmaid, Jack has a vision that will lead him to his past and his future, if he can survive to get back Tortuga to discover what it all means…

Storm-Singer: The Isle of Nyx has become the dread of all sailors who must dare the waters surrounding the mythical island. Local legends say a vampire prince resides in the ancient castle that can be seen from the harbor of the island. At his side is a powerful sorceress whose song can control and summon storms.
In a desperate attempt to end the eternal threat looming over them, the people of the Aurora Islands sacrifice their greatest treasure, the princess Sarita, entrusting her with the task of seducing and destroying the dark prince who has been plundering their wealth and their people for centuries?

The Phantom’s Lair: Upon her arrival in the pirate port of Tortuga where her father is acting as Governor, Katheryn Hollinsworth is determined to choose her own path, and follow her heart wherever it may take her. On the streets of Puerta de la Plata, she encounters the mythical buccaneer known as The Phantom, and very quickly loses her heart to the handsome rogue.
Jack Stanton is a man who has never fully come to terms with his past, and in the Governor's pretty daughter he finds a most unlikely champion. But when his past threatens her life, and any chance of a respectable future, The Phantom must face the demons of his past, and accept the dictates of his own reawakened heart...

Review: A vivid look into the pirate life complete with chases, cannons and booty;)

I totally enjoyed Captain Jack and Katheryn. A nifty tale about these two that made me wonder what would happen in their future. When I reached the end of their tale (s) I found myself hopeing that the author has future tales of mischief and adventure to share with us.

All in all this 3 story collection was interesting, descriptive and held me till the end :)

Bareback Cowboy by Carol Lynne

Story: 8.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 17.5

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

M/M Contemporary

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Blurb: Book two in the Saddle Up and Ride series.

Ethan Griggs is quite happy living on Justice River Ranch. He spends his days as head wrangler, tending to the horses he loves and the guests he’s learned to tolerate. When Bridger Collins arrives at the ranch, Griggs’ world is turned upside down. Despite his usual hands-off policy with the guests, he’s immediately drawn to the younger man.

Bridger thrives on the cowboy way of life. The son of one of the richest men in the country, Bridger would rather fix a fence than sit behind a desk counting his money. The sexual chemistry he seems to share with Griggs is simply icing on the cake.

With his week-long stay coming to a close, Bridger is forced to choose between the life he wants with Griggs and the life planned for him since birth.

Review: I enjoyed book one in the Saddle Up and Ride Series. I LOVED book two. Wow, vivid imagery, characters with flaws, yet oh so sexy. The connection between the two was hot. The sex was hot. The story was rife with angst.

From their first meeting, the sexual chemistry sizzled on the page. Griggs isn’t interested in short-term sexual exploits. He wants a man in his life, but only if it means permanence. Bridger has to choose between what is expected of him, or grabbing life by the reins and living out his dreams of being a cowboy. Having it all might mean giving up more than he is ready to lose.

Not too long, but enough to make the story engaging. From the first encounter, butterflies filled my tummy. Yee Haw, I’m ready for the next in this series. Rope me more of some hot, m/m cowboy love!

Hearts Crossing by Marianne Evans

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 16.5

Publisher: White Rose Publishing

Christian Romance

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Blurb: Collin Edwards, a former parishioner at Woodland Church of Christ, has renounced God without apology, his faith drained away in the face of a tragic loss.

Daveny Montgomery cares deeply about her relationship with God and the community of Woodland. But lately she's been in a rut, longing for something to reignite her spiritual enthusiasm.

A beautification project at Woodland seems the answer for them both. Daveny spearheads the effort and Collin assists—but only with the renovations, and only because he wants to know Daveny better.

Despite his deepening feelings for her, even stepping into the common areas of the church stirs tension and anger.

Can Daveny trust in Collin’s fledgling return to faith? And can Collin ever accept the fact that while he turned his back on God, God never turned his back on him?

Review: Touching. That is one word that can describe this story and just about sum it up.

I love an Inspy or Christian romance that has a good story, wonderful characters and at the end can make you smile because of all the warm fuzzies swimming around in your tummy. What better way to spend some time than letting yourself be swept away in the romance and with a healthy dose of faith this one covers all aspects.

Good job :) I look forward to seeing more from this author in the future.

The Brothers Dim by Kris Klein

Story: 9

Presentation: 10

Total: 19

Publisher: eXcessica

Contemporary Gay m/m/m

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Blurb: Mark, at thirty-three, is over the whole finding-sex-online thing-until he comes up with a posting that turns into the ultimate lure for finding straight men that can be talked into some gay sex. An ad on Craigslist nets him a slew of replies, particularly in two prospective young bunkmates, Kyle and Chuck-who, at twenty-one and nineteen respectively, have a lot more in common than Mark could ever realize. Planning them for back-to-back head sessions (Mark shares with NO ONE), when Kyle arrives late and Chuck shows up only minutes later, Mark concocts a last-minute scheme to try and work a sizzling threesome with the two straight guys-with himself as the star-and his sexual appetite is only made more ravenous when he learns that, quite by accident, he's now standing in his bedroom with a pair of brothers. The only question now is, just how far can he get these boys to go…not only with another guy, as advertised…

But good God, maybe even with each other?

Warnings: This title contains graphic language, m/m sex, coercion, anal sex, and incest.

Review: Oh Kris baby, you are quickly becoming my naughty little obsession.

Readers—heed the warnings and be prepared. The Brothers Dim is sinfully naughty in a most delicious way. This story will make you laugh out loud. The narrative is witty and engaging and so apropos. I was charmed by Mark from the start. He is funny, daring, and horny! While he was hedging his bets with hopeful number one, Kyle, I was absolutely sure he was going to find himself entangled with hopeful number two, Chuck. The story doesn’t disappoint. Wow, the encounter between the three is shockingly…hot! I know, (and what you will find out when you read this story) is that Kyle and Chuck are brothers and the scene makes for some brotherly love that will have you cringing (because it’s just so naughty) and squirming (because damn, it’s just so hot).

This story is not for the timid. This story is for you if you enjoy raw, hard-core sex between hot, horny men (and brothers) :) .

Pet Me by Amarinda Jones

Story: 8

Presentation: 9

Total: 17

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Contemporary Erotic

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Blurb: When Drusilla Camm accidently kills Arthur, her niece’s wonky-eyed goldfish, she’s desperate to find a replacement. The only one to be found is the same one that a hot, hard-bodied man wants and he’s not about to give up. While this guy may be sex on a stick, Drusilla is determined to get that fish. As for the man, she might just have him as well.

Newspaper reporter Cormack Flint loves women and is rarely surprised by them—until he meets sexy Drusilla. Instantly in lust, he might just be persuaded to give up the fish if some sweaty sex is on offer.

Review: Oh what a quirky, witty, funny as hell story!! It was very enjoyable from start to finish with more than a few laughs along the way :)

Though I did wonder about a woman who could meet a man and within a few minutes have him in the....(Well, let me just say it was VERY public and super hot)...it didn't detract from the overall pleasure of the story.

Good job Ms Jones, I will never look at a pet store the same way again ;)

Queen of Hearts by Phyllis Campbell

Story: 7

Presentation: 9

Total: 16

Publisher: Book Strand

Historical

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Blurb: Dr. Cecilia Ashby is forced to disguise herself as a man in order to practice medicine in a small Southern town after the Civil War. When she stumbles across an injured gambler in an alley one night, will her ruse get the better of them both, especially when she finds herself attracted to him?

Gambler James Lawrence has played his last hand and finally has enough cash to buy back his family's plantation that the carpetbaggers took from him until he's blindsided, robbed, and left for dead. James finds his stolen earnings in the hands of Cecilia's brother, the young thief who now resides on his plantation.

James and Cecilia both want the plantation, but do they want a long lasting love even more? Battling deceit, betrayal, and disguises, the two must confront their biggest challenge yet.

Review: This story had many twists and turns, the least of which was the heroine dressing as a man. The plot was very romantic with the hero overcoming all odds to win his lady.
He of course is a handsome, well endowed male who rescues her from the perils she faces. I liked him. he had an interesting personality which was described in enough detail to to be attention catching.
I liked her character and personality, but I did not particularly like the physical description given of the heroine. A small, delicate woman, no matter how determined, is not capable of performing the same back-breaking work cutting sugar cane as large men, former slaves, who are accustomed to the work. Especially not in the sweltering heat as described in this story.

I liked the setting in southern Louisiana in a post Civil War time frame. It was very realistic in the details describing the hot, humid weather in hurricane season. I wish the land and the vegetation (particularly old oaks dripping with moss) had been better described. I think those descriptions could have added to the overall atmosphere of this story.

The relationship between the hero and his lady was well developed and very romantic. The secondary characters in the story added a lot of color. The brother, the saloon harlot, and the next-door neighbor all transform into very different people. Some other characters that seemed to be not-so-nice sneaks and bad guys actually were good guys or at least not as bad as I thought when they first appeared in the story.

I liked the ending which happened sooner than I expected.The story could have been extended another twenty or more pages to let the reader know what happened to various supporting characters.

Overall, I thought it was a pretty good story.

Major Pleasure by Denise Agnew

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Contemporary Erotic

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Blurb: He’s got the military command…

Army Special Forces Major Blayne Forbes has always desired Jemma Teagan, but knows she’s off limits for a casual relationship. The last thing he wants is involvement with a forever kind of woman.

Jemma’s desire for the diamond-in-the-rough soldier has never faded, and when he tumbles into her arms, the tough guy sends her heart rate into orbit. She doesn’t want to love a man destined for danger, until he challenges her with a display of hardware she can’t resist.

Publisher’s Note: Originally published in the By Honor Bound anthology.

Review: Oh MY God. This book is awesome. I’m smiling, feel good, and holy hello, I’d say I’m horny as hell, but I feel so satisfied, I’m not sure that I didn’t have sex too! I certainly feel the “O” glow radiance. So lets start with the story. Totally grounded and believable. The characters, well, I want to be her and be with him, so yep, they are fully described, three dimensional with emotional flaws. Ms. Agnew does a brilliant job of peeling back the layers with refreshingly smooth dialog and an easy flow to the story. Now the sex. Scorching, make me sweat, make me squirm heat. Coming together for Blayne and Jemma is cathartic. Oh, I’m getting tingly again. Honestly, there isn’t a single thing I’d change about the story. I loved it. Beautifully written, engaging and entertaining and oh yeah, you’ll feel the sexual tension to the tips of your toes.

Deep, Dark, Delicious by Tina Donahue

Story: 8.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 17.5

Publisher: Ellora's cave

Contemporary Erotic

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Blurb: A wickedly sensual feast…

Eden DeCarlo may have narrowly lost Miami’s best chef competition and the prize money she desperately needs, but she has caught the eye of dangerously virile Rafael Zayas, one of the judges and a wealthy restaurateur. Despite her vow not to let any man derail her life, Eden’s captivated by Rafe’s imposing masculinity, then challenged by the business deal he offers. He’ll invest in her new venture if, for one month, she can satisfy his culinary expectations and the sexual attraction they both feel.

Dominant and unashamed, Rafe knows what he wants when it comes to carnal pleasure and will spare no seduction to have Eden in all the ways he demands—naked, wanting, submissive.

Within thirty days, he will teach her the delights of yielding to passion, relinquishing all control to him and fulfilling her deepest, darkest and most delicious desires.

Review: This delicious tale did more than whet my appetite for Rafael Zayas, it made me want to sample the wonderfully described cuisine. Not only were the setting and characters richly portrayed, but I felt the Cuban culture come alive not only in Eden and Rafe, but also Rafe’s family. The catalyst to toss these two together was clever. Eden was so outwardly strong. Beneath the façade, she hid her vulnerability. Rafe stripped her defenses and he stripped off her clothes. And well, for most of the story she isn’t dressed. Oh so fun. Her initial reservations only added to her submission. This story isn’t your typical D/s book. It’s not overt. The submission for Eden is in trusting herself. Emotionally damaged, she doesn’t know how to trust what she feels, or believe in what anyone else might possibly feel for her. It was all so tragic yet beautiful when she finally risks her heart for Rafe. The ending is emotional and for this romance reader, was a tearjerker.

A Whole New Light by Julia Devlin

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

BDSM Erotic

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Blurb: Computer expert Ethan Savage is done with his crush on his beautiful coworker. The dazzling Violet Moore is not interested and she doesn’t have a submissive bone in her body. And Ethan can’t do vanilla, especially with a woman he can’t stop thinking about owning.

In a box hidden under her bed, Violet hides her submissive fantasies. No one has ever guessed her true desires and she intends to keep it that way. Modern-day women do not want to be tied up, spanked and ordered about.

When Ethan discovers Violet’s secret, he sets out to give her a taste of true submission in one whirlwind night, but will the reality be too much to handle? Or will Violet finally see Ethan in a whole new light?

Review: I LOVE a good BDSM story and I have to say that I am torn between what I like better...a character who is just coming into the life or experienced with it I guess it really just depends on how well the story itself is written.

Be that as it may....I really enjoyed this one. I am a sucker for friends to lovers anyway, but throw some good kink in there and WOO HOO!!!! winner for me :)

Ms Devlin, *SNAPS* on a great read that really left me wanting more :)

Heart of Gold by Riley Ashford

Story: 8

Presentation: 8

Total: 16

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Light Paranormal Erotic

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Blurb: Local “history” says Gilmore Tucker sold Paradise, the beautiful slave he loved, and murdered his wife. So why is Gilmore trapped in his old plantation house, lamenting his lost love and fending off the evil bitch he married?

Enter Kylie Goldheart, looking for a place to belong and hoping the abandoned Tucker’s Plantation will be it. After cracking her noggin by a push from a not-so-friendly ghost, she’s rescued by Gil Baker, Gilmore’s descendent, who has returned to honor his ancestors by reuniting Paradise with her soul mate…if sprinkling her ashes on Gilmore’s grave can be considered an appropriate reunion.

The attraction between Kylie and very sexy Gil is intense, but their instant romance riles the evil lingering among the crumbling ruins of the magnificent old house.

Publisher Note: Previously published elsewhere under the title Tucker’s Paradise, but has been expanded for EC

Review: A quickie that was worth it :) The instant attraction between the two main characters was hot, heavy and hard to ignore.

The author crafted a good tale with several layers that were each well thought out and presented in a pleasurable package. I liked the weaving of two love stories into one and a happy ending for both.

There was enough "story" that I didn't feel like I was moving from one love scene to another...but when the sex came let me say it was smokin'

Good job Ms Ashford.

A Taste of Midnight by Aubrey Ross

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Vampire ménage

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Blurb:Crimson Carousel, Book Two
While a stand-alone, A Taste of Midnight is best enjoyed when read in series order.

Brenna Skyler, Mistress Air, chooses ambition over love. To become an Elemental, the most exalted position among the Unseleighe Sidhe, Brenna has to end her scandalous affair with Phillip Noir, a vampire. Although she never stops loving him, she is resolute in her decision, until now. A vampire is preying on Dark Elf females. And it takes a vampire to track a vampire…

Phillip is thrilled when Brenna comes crawling back to him. He’s not used to playing the jilted lover, yet he’s never forgotten the only woman who ever really touched his heart. He doesn’t mind destroying a rogue vampire—it’s the right thing to do—but Brenna needs a lesson in humility. She’ll pay for her callous rejection with her supple body. And they will both enjoy her punishment!

Publisher’s Note: This book was previously published elsewhere and has been revised for Ellora’s Cave.

Reader Advisory: As in A Taste of Twilight, the decadent Faelon, from an upcoming Crimson book, once again provides the needed third when Brenna and Phillip create a powerful blood bond through a sexual ménage.


Review: A Taste of Midnight? Hell no, I’m gluttonous! I want more!! A taste just wasn’t enough. Not enough of the sinfully decadent Phillip. Not enough of Brenna – torn between love and duty. Not enough of the riveting plot or the edge of the seat anticipation of what was coming on the next page. The passion sizzled, but the love. Oh hell, the tortured love between Brenna and Phillip was gut wrenching. If you want to read a book that will pull you in, hold you hostage and leave you breathless with the erotic love scenes, then A Taste of Midnight should be on your must read list. Vampires, Elementals, and intrigue. Ms. Ross, you had me from the first page to the last.

Pirate's Booty by Ashley Ladd

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 7

Total: 14.5

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Sci-Fi Erotic

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Blurb: When space pirates kidnap Princess Melena, thwart her peacekeeping mission and get them all stranded on an uncharted planet, things can’t get worse. But after weeks alone with two sexy men, tenderness warms Melana’s heart and the hostile world becomes a paradise.

Enjoying erotic dreams of both Keir and Zarod, not knowing they’re a committed couple, Melana suggests the only sane solution in an insane world—a ménage. They may never leave this planet and what’s a life without love—or sex?

If she can accept that lady makes three, she’ll find true paradise in her lovers’ arms.

Publisher’s Note: Originally published in the And Lady Makes Three anthology.

Review:The opening scenes in Pirate’s Booty will make your heart pound while making you chuckle over Melena’s indignant and arrogant attitude at being kidnapped. And when her captors crash land her on an uninhabited planet, her attitude doesn’t initially improve. But after that point the story becomes a little fuzzy on plot and sexual tension. This story is categorized in the Spectrum line at Ellora’s Cave. I did not feel a strong connection between Keir and Zarod. Nor was there an intense sexual connection shown to the reader. It was stated but not felt. I did however, love the blossoming of feelings between Keir and Melena and less explicitly shown, Zarod and Melena. The ending of the story is sweet and yet poignant. The growth of all three characters is what sets this story apart. I enjoyed the conclusion and love that Melena, Zarod and Keir will live on in the annals of lovers living happily ever after in an unconventional relationship.

Prism by Nikki Soarde

Story: 7

Presentation: 8.5

Total: 15.5

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Contemporary Ménage

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Blurb: Dax and Clay are happy. The sex is great. They’ve been in a committed, fulfilling relationship for years and see no need to change anything. Until they realize they’ve become a little too comfortable. They’ve fallen into a rut and need something to nudge them out of it.

And then tall, raven-haired, exotic Sidney stumbles back into their lives.

Fresh out of a painful divorce, she needs some comfort and excitement. When she seeks out her two best college buddies, she gets far more than she bargained for. In fact, they all do.

Note: Originally published in the And Lady Makes Three anthology.

Review: This story had me giggling on the first page and from there I quickly fell in love with Dax and Clay. Sidney carries some baggage from her broken marriage but she’s more than ready to dump the baggage for a chance at passion with Dax and Clay. The characters are distinct and the premise for the ménage is initially flirtatious but quickly produces strong emotions. Dax and Clay were perfectly delicious. I had a good grasp of who they were, where they came from and what they needed from each other and Sidney. But there were a few stumbles along the way. At times Sidney is a bit contradictory. She’s outspoken and feisty, yet runs away. I thought her expectations from Dax and Clay at the onset were a bit unrealistic. These three hadn’t seen or spoken to each other in years, yet she expects to know they were involved. Her explanation for running away was also a bit weak. But moving over the bumps was easy because the writing is smooth and the sex is hot. A few unfortunate scenes do not spoil this tale.

My Fair Genie by Tigra-Luna LeMar

Story: 6

Presentation: 8

Total: 14

Publisher: Phaze

Urban Fantasy Erotic

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Blurb:For as long as she can remember, Christine Lago has been obsessed with Amante Salvador, an ancient Mexican lothario. For all her research, however, she is unable to learn the whole truth about his life. After buying an old lamp connected to the legend, Christine discovers there's more to Amante than she realizes.

Imprisoned in the lamp, Amante is forced to exist as a genie until his soul mate, "the one," can break the curse. Is Christine the one, or has Amante made a mistake that could destroy him?

Review: My Fair Genie has a really great premise. The characters had flavor and the story is ripe with potential. At times the sex is fun and flirty and others the encounters are dark, mysterious and blazing hot. But I did have some issues with the story. It seemed like some of the scene had absolutely nothing to do with the story. With such a short work, I would expect the plot to be tight. Drop me into the heart of the action and then propel me along on a great Urban Fantasy story. There were several characters introduced, the only main one (outside of Christine and Amante) is Shaun, but as quickly as he’s dropped in, he out and his character is never resolved.

All together, there are parts of this story that are very enjoyable --even some scenes that didn’t really matter much to the story were still fun to read.

His Sister's Kiss by Kate Hill

Story: 8.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 17.5

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

20th Century Historical

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Blurb: After surviving captivity in a Vietnam prison camp, Master Sergeant Abraham Marley Forbes longs more than ever for a loving family life. It’s a dream he doubts will ever come true, until a promise to a deceased friend sends him straight into the arms of the one woman who can fulfill his deepest desires.

Publisher’s Note: Originally published in the By Honor Bound anthology.

Review:Reading His Sister’s Kiss I was transported back in time. The emotion choked my throat, brought tears to my eyes and made me ache remembering the turbulent Vietnam era. The story unfolds beautifully. Normally I don’t believe in love at first meeting, but in this case it worked. Both Abe and Angela desperately need someone to hold onto. Angela lost her Marino Corps brother in Vietnam. Abraham survived. With Angela, he can find a reason to live outside of the military. A wonderful story, brilliantly written. The sex is passionate but not overly graphic. The tummy tugs come from the emotional response of the characters consummating their love, not from the actual words written on the page. This story has a sexy, heroic Marine who’s been through hell, and a women who will give him heaven.

Ignited by Amber Skyze

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Erotic Contemporary

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Blurb:Got Fantasies? Nikaya does. She longs to be loved by two men.

Nikaya is celebrating her birthday with a new Mustang. As she’s climbing the mountain in her shiny new car, a police officer comes out of nowhere. He pulls her over and treats her to a birthday spanking. With a sore butt and a burning need to orgasm, she’s whisked away to a cabin.

Braden and his best friend Hank have a few surprises up their sleeve for the birthday girl. They include whips, floggers, chains, blindfolds and more. They hope to make all her fantasies reality.

Three hot bodies, sex toys and a spanking machine are only the beginning for Nikaya.

Review: Have you ever read an Exotika from EC? Let me say that if you like to read sexy, arousing tales with red hot sex and smokin' characters then this is a line for you to try :)

Ms Skyze has done a great job of whipping up a teasing tale of sex, bondage and the love between couples. My belly swooped, my thighs quivered and......well, you get the idea ;) HOT HOT HOT!!!!! No doubt this will be one that I read again.

Congrats Ms Skyze on a job well done

A Rebel Among Goddesses by RaeLynn Blue

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 7

Total: 14.5

Publisher: Phaze

Sci-Fi Menage

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Blurb:Rebellious crown prince Errol has committed the biggest sin, he's fallen in love with a male. As the son of a great goddess, Errol’s love affair with Simon has violated the social order--females rule and men must worship and love them alone.

Childhood friend Shar has three days to save the love of her life, Errol, from certain death. When Errol and Simon approach Shar with a way to do that, she must rebel against her clan, her brother, and her entire way of life.

Will she be willing to do the unthinkable and embrace this love at all costs?

Review: I had a good feeling and a smile on my face while reading this story. I saw Shar as sort of a Wonder Woman character. Wonder woman lives on Paradise Island and men are inferior, Ms. Blues’s world also sees men similarly. Instead of a lasso and bracelets, there are crystals and powers. And while I make these comparisons, A Rebel Among Goddesses is still a unique and intriguing story.

I found the sexual relationship between Errol and Simon touching and worth fighting for—oh yeah and hot! There were many characters introduced in this short story and I have to say there were times when that was a bit confusing but the story quickly goes back to the primary characters and the flow is smooth again. There are stirring moments, ripe with misunderstanding that amp up the tension between the characters. This also significantly contributed to the connection that simmers between them. You could feel Errol’s confusion, Simon’s fear for Errol’s safety and Shar’s fear of rejection. They all have so much to lose and yet, if they risk there is so much to gain. Can they have a future together or be shunned or worse dead? You’ll have to read the story and find out.

The Wife School by Samantha Winston

Story: 8

Presentation: 9

Total: 17

Publisher: Red Sage

Contemporary

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Blurb:Arnold Souche has everything under control. He made a mistake with his first wife, but his second wife will be perfect. So that she doesn’t get any wild ideas, he sends her to an all-girls school in Switzerland to be raised by nuns, and gives her in the dowdiest clothes possible. Amelia is content to go along with Arnold, until the day Ben arrives in her life and suddenly she realizes that nothing can replace passion and love. But if she leaves Arnold, she’ll owe him a quarter of a million dollars, and suddenly true love is looking like something she’ll never attain.

Review: I have just finished this title and now it's time to give my review....Lets just say that there were many levels to this story :)

I laughed so hard in spots that I thought I was going to wet my pants! Some of the things Ben does, and gets himself into are just too funny for words. With only a couple spots that slowed to a crawl in this story the rest was paced well, with a GREAT dose of humor thrown in.

Amelia is the kind of woman that I really felt for. Her sense of duty and desire to follow her dreams war with each other. Thank goodness for Ben Dover. Yep you read that right! Just one of the many laugh out loud moments from the story.

Good job Ms Winston. If this is any indication of your writing style, I plan on keeping my eyes open for your name in the future :) Any author who can make me laugh that hard deserves a *SNAP*

My Best Friend's Dad by J.M. Snyder

Story: 7

Presentation: 9

Total: 16

Publisher: eXcessica

m/m Contemporary

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Blurb:I had the worst crush on Mikey Pierce's dad. As excited as I was to graduate high school and go away to college, what I looked forward to more was returning home a grown man who might fit in with the guys Mr. Pierce invited over for poker at his place. Whenever I spent the night at Mikey's, I always wanted to join in their game.

The week before leaving for college, I stayed at Mikey's one last time. While Mr. Pierce and his buddies gambled, Mikey and I stole a couple of beers and watched movies upstairs. By the time it was my turn to sneak downstairs to get more drinks, the card game was over and I thought all the visitors had left.

But Mr. Pierce was in the dining room. He wasn't alone. The man in there with him owed Mr. Pierce a couple hundred bucks from playing cards, and I had a ring-side seat as he paid up.

Warnings: This title contains graphic language, male masturbation, voyeurism, and gay sex (oral and anal).

Review: Oh what a treat Me Best Friend’s Dad is to the voyeur in all of us. Great characters, hot, tummy tugging anticipation and just the right amount of follow through. I had vivid descriptions and insight to the development of the characters, a fun storyline, and an ending that left a smile on my face.

However, I have to warn you. As much as I loved My Best Friend's Dad, my enjoyment didn’t begin until after the first ten pages. In fact if I had scored the book after the first ten pages, the book would have gotten a much higher mark for story. I found the details in the first ten pages more than disturbing. I prefer not to read characters, even characters remembering their first love, not to be in kindergarten fantasizing about their classmate’s dad. To sexualize a six-year old is inappropriate and not sexually appealing. J.M. just about killed the story for me and I wasn’t sure I wanted to continue.

However, I did continue on with the story, (not just because I am reading, knowing that I will offer a review, but because this is not my first story from J.M Snyder and I have enjoyed past works) So I read on, not really sure if I could find redeeming storytelling after the rough start. But the story does become fun, hot and deliciously naughty. So breeze through the beginning and get to the heart of the story where not only was the story redeemed, but I felt each breath, each flair of arousal and the ache of wanting the unattainable.

Stuck On You by Various Authors

Story: 8

Presentation: 8

Total: 16

Publisher: eXcessica

m/m Anthology

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Blurb: In this anthology, we bring you stories about men who just can't seem to keep their hands off each other and whose lives become enmeshed and entwined in hot, romantic ways. Even in spite of some sort of obstacle, these couples manage to stay stuck on each other, so don't worry, it all ends with a wonderful, happy ever after! Don't miss eXcessica's first gay male anthology! Stories included by J.M. Snyder, Alex Jordaine, A.P. Miller, Gavin Atlas, Kris Klein, Kenn Dahll, Sabb, Phineas Magnus and Selena Kitt.

Star-Crossed
J.M. Snyder
Story: 9
Beam me up Scottie! Great, fast paced action. I loved Xan’s hesitation and Reth was damn delicious—Xan thought so too. This is a fun little sci-fi story with plenty of spicy sex.

Coming of Age
Alex Jordaine
Story: 6
This story is actually two short stories. They aren’t connected in any way accept that the main character is initiated into sexual behavior. There really wasn’t much in the way of story, although Mr. Jordaine knows how to write kinky sex.

Conditioning
AP Miller
Story: 8
Super short, but damn, did the encounter give me tummy tugs. A perfectly delightful story.

Love and Rockets
Gavin Atlas
Story: 8
This story has a great message weaved in with some hot sex. I want to caution that there is full described a rape scene that had me cringing for Toby. However, Leo is a scrumptious top that knows how to love his bottom.

Stuart’s Not Little
Kris Klein
Story: 8.5
Yowza. Hot, sexy and oh so naughty. I can’t think of a shittier job than working in a grocery store, but holy hell, where is this store? I’m changing where I shop!

Universal Relations
Kenn Dahll
Story: 7
This story is filled with wonderful descriptions of non-human entities. The sex is hot and on the gritty side. But there wasn’t much “story” for the background for the unique characters and inventive sex.

View From the Barn
Sabb
Story: 9
Vivid imagery, hot first encounter sex and a breath stealing moment toward the end made this the perfect short story. The words flowed over the page and I felt the emotion punch all along. Bravo.

Tanning
Phineas Magnus
Story: 9
Oh My God! Love it!! Not that I didn’t know what was coming, (oh yes there is a pun in there ) but knowing where the story was going didn’t make the journey any less exciting.

Second Chance
Selena Kitt
Story: 9
Oh, this didn’t read like a short story at all. I love the mystery of both men. The twists and turns in the story pulled me in and never let me go. And yes, super hot men were having super hot sex. Yum

Angel Moon by Shayla Kersten

Story: 6

Presentation: 10

Total: 16

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

M/M Sci-Fi Erotic

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Blurb: Terra offers sanctuary to both Angellum and Virkola. Unknown to the humans, a truce exists there. To Terrans, the two species exist as myths. One is a frail, winged creature from religious texts. The other, a demon of the night, living off blood. Both are far from the truth…

Sorin thought sanctuary was the answer to their problems. Terra with its plentiful creatures, full of fresh blood and off limits to the millennia-long war with the Angellum—who wouldn’t think it paradise? Except paradise comes at a high price. Claiming a bounty on a renegade angel hasn’t ended up the way he planned at all.

Teo loves his ship, his life in space, but he loves Sorin more. The plan seemed sound, but the bounty is a fraud and now the price is on him and Sorin. He’ll make the best of the rest of his life with Sorin, even if it’s only for a few weeks.

But when hope appears from an unexpected source, both men grab chance by her wings.

Review: All of the reasons I love Shayla are in this story. Hot men, hot Sex, a banging opening and an action packed ending. The story opens with heart pounding action, true space opera fashion. Weapons, a chase, intergalactic intrigue. The writing, the way Ms. Kersten strings words together, is wonderful. The characters are vividly described and the sex is so hot, it’ smoking. However, as quickly as I was swept into the story, I soon found myself wondering where the story was going. I felt adrift in space. I was reading, things were happening, but nothing seemed to come to a conclusion. The angel never really had a part in the story and the connection to Sorin was never explored. In the end, the story does become exciting again, but by then I’d lost interest.

Hooked On You by Anne Whitfield

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 16.5

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

Contemporary

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Blurb: Katie Edwards is 28, single, and living the life--or so she thinks. After leaving a groping boss, who enjoyed putting the personal in personal assistant, Katie lands a job as an assistant for Liam Kennedy, a sports freak. She hates sports, and not only is Liam a sports fanatic, but he's good at everything. The last thing Katie expects is to fall in love. But he’s simply sex on legs. And the longer they're working together, the more she wants him. Working for a sexy man sounded fabulous, but she should have been careful what she wished for, because gorgeous employers are a hazard to the heart. Now, Katie’s in lust and he thinks she’s a dizzy chick who only knows how to party.
How can she be professional when all she wants is to hop into his bed? Will he ever take her seriously enough to see how perfect they'd be for each other? Or is she doomed to be hooked on him forever?

Review: I totally dug this title! Though I didn't think Katie came off as a hard core party girl, the story was still a good one.

Filled with laughs, gasps and sighs this book is just a great all-around read. What woman doesn't do some pretty crazy stuff when their hearts take over their brains? And BOY does Katie do some hum-dingers :)

Worth every page, Ms Whitfield has done a great job portraying a love sick employee and a boss who doesn't know she exists....or does he? Hmmmm, find out for yourself :)

Moving In by Alice Audrey

Story: 8

Presentation: 9

Total: 17

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

Sweet Contemporary

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Blurb: When Diane and Trigvey move into the same building on the same day, more than their suitcases get tangled up.
All his life Trigvey never once doubted his calling to be a doctor, but an accident in the ER has him doubting himself. Diane's willingness to listen helps him get his head on straight. If only he felt worthy of a woman like her.

Diane is the kind of woman who would love to be someone's wife. Not a trophy wife, or simply married, but the kind of wife whose job is to stay home and take care of the family, even if the family is only a husband. She feeds Trigvey and consoles him, and doesn't even know she has him wrapped around her finger. Jilted for a career-woman and raised by a bitter divorcée, Diane no longer believes in that dream. It's up to Trigvey to convince her it could still be real, if she chooses him.

Review: You know? Every so often you read a story that starts a little slow on the first few pages and then.....BAM it just explodes! This was one of them for me :)

I fell in love with the characters, the story and the romance. With everything going on in the world right now, it is refreshing to read a story that can take you away, put a smile on your face and leave you with a warm feeling inside when you finish.

Ms Audrey, *SNAPS* on a good job. I would love to read more from you in the future :)

Before the Moon Rises by Catherine Bybee

Story: 6.5

Presentation: 8

Total: 14.5

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

Paranormal

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Blurb: After a twelve-hour shift in a busy emergency room, Janet O’Brien is beat. Her last patient arrives unconscious and naked. She’s lead to believe he’s a psyche patient off his meds. However, once he awakens, Janet is charmed by his million-dollar smile and agrees to give him a ride home.
Werewolf, Max Ritter notices the sassy nurse when he wakes after a night under the full moon. Unfortunately, his archrival is drawn to Janet as well. In order to keep her out of harm's way, he opts to keep her close. When the chemistry between them sparks, Max discovers a completely new reason to keep Janet safe.

Review:When I read the blurb for this one I was excited. It really sounded good. Unfortunately for me it just didn't follow through as much as I would have liked.

Parts of the story just didn't make much sense and I had a hard time staying focused while reading it. I must say though that there were moments of brilliance here and there, but not enough to make up for the mute color of the rest of the story.

For me the best came toward the end. It was fast paced and action packed. I wish the middle had been more like the beginning and the end. I have read other works by this author and must say that though this one may not be her best work in my opinion, I still plan to read more by her

From Boys to Men by Kris Klein

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: eXcessica

Gay Male, Contemporary

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Blurb: After five boyfriends in two years, twenty-year-old blonde boy-toy Michael has indeed learned that he's looking for love in all the wrong places. All he wants is a true, honest, and monogamous boyfriend-something, he complains to Benji one sunny afternoon as they eat lunch in a Mexican restaurant, that seems impossible among guys his own age. Even Manuelo, their spicy, well-built young waiter at the lunch, is juicy enough to put on the menu…but Michael's having none of it. A side trip to the john brings Michael in touch, however, with a man over his twice his age, who's cooking in the restaurant kitchen-a slab of Latin beefcake with handsome, finely-chiseled features and the physique of a world-class bodybuilder. When Michael learns that the forty-eight-year-old god, Rudolfo, is Manuelo's father (and the restaurant owner) Michael concocts a plan to seduce the straight (and very married) Latin stud later that night, after the restaurant is closed…if for no other reason than to prove to himself that a real man can indeed satisfy, in ways the "boys" he's been seeing lately have been sorely lacking.

Warnings: This title contains graphic language, m/m sex, coercion, and "daddy-son" role-play (not biologically) sex.

Review: From Boys to Men is told in first person and brings intimacy to the story. I felt like a voyeur peeking in on Micheal and Rudolfo. The sex is raw and primal. This isn’t love, or even the potential of a relationship. Don’t be disturbed by the warning with the blurb. The daddy role was hardly the most disturbing aspect of the story. It’s naughty, gritty and just a bit deviant—just the way I love it!

The Painter's Domestic Dispute by Nancy Lindley-Gauthier

Story: 7.5

Presentation: 9

Total: 16.5

Publisher: The Wild Rose Press

Sweet Vintage Historical

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Blurb: Slide into a hot new Studebaker for a quick trip up the Maine Coast, for that All-Important meeting: that's right, Miss Sarah is to meet the parents…

Review: Though this was not really what I would consider a romance, I have to say that it was a very cute story. We get a look at two couples and the things they do for the men they love.

There were some parts in this that were laugh out loud funny. I could picture the looks on the mom's face so vividly and it was a hoot!!!
Great job to the author. Very well done :)

Roughneck by Request by Isabelle Drake

Story: 9

Presentation: 9

Total: 18

Publisher: Ellora's Cave

Erotica

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Blurb: Fed up with her so-so sex life, Sadie Walker seeks out the services of By Request Inc., a business that specializes in custom sexual experiences. She expected a good time with a handsome man, a willing partner who’d follow her lead and do whatever she asked him to.

When the roughneck who’s been hired to take her on wrestles her down and demands that she submit to both him and his hired hand, Sadie realizes that unleashing her sexual side is a two-man job. She knows her afternoon in the barn is a one-time fling, so she’s ready to take all she can from her roll in the hay.

Review: Smokin', sexy and oh-so delicious :) what a read all wrapped up in a neat little package.

This is the perfect example of what Exotika should be. Great characters, enough plot to make the story flow and burn me up love. Ms Drake has done a fantastic job creating a tale that kept me pulled in and made my mouth water with want for a taste ;)

I look forward to reading more from this author. If this story is any clue as to what can be expected all I can say is WOO HOO!!!! look out ladies, you may need a new pack of batteries!