Recently I had a discussion with a long time friend of mine during which the topic of gay marriage came up and eventually led to a lengthy and fascinating discussion. I realized many things about my beliefs, and furthermore actions, during this conversation and even more about my long time friend. Continue reading
I’ve been reading a lot, though not much m/m or even romance *le gasp* but lately I devour anything I can find (thank god I have a good library).
A sampling of the latest:
A Modest Proposal by Felicitas Ivey
My rating: 2 of 5 stars
A Modest Proposal is an easy to read, light erotica tale. It has a touch of D/s, lots of sex and a thin plot mainly as a vehicle to turn pages and have more sex. It’s a fun enough read for something empty but satisfying – if you’re looking for a lot of sex and a little bit of futuristic yaoi world building to round it out. It’s not really that memorable or interesting for me but it’s a decent read and hits the spot for those wanting more erotica than romance. Continue reading
Shepherd, Slave, and Vow by Lyn Gala
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Shepherd, Slave, and Vow is a fun, quick erotica story about a spoiled royal son that finally meets his match in a slave shepherd. The novella is entertaining and well written with a deft hand that keeps the main narrator from being too insufferable or obnoxious but gives instead a light hearted tone about a bratty, attention seeking man who finally finds someone to give him the “tending” he’s always wanted. Continue reading
The Saturnalia Effect by Heidi Belleau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Storm Moon Press continues to publish thought provoking, edgy, and very compelling stories. The Saturnalia Effect is no different and offers an absorbing and clever novella. It’s the perfect length to tease the reader but could easily have been longer and more involved. The short scene at the end attests to how much more the story still has to say. Nonetheless, TSE is a great quick tale that excites, engages, and leaves you wondering. My only criticisms are that the characters could have been explored more and the ending, which is both genius and a cop out. Continue reading
According to my mom, I’ve been stalked by a mountain lion for over a decade. Continue reading
Frog by Mary Calmes
My rating: 1 of 5 stars
I actually finished the whole book, which I consider a bit of a feat, considering I didn’t like this one. I didn’t hate it to the depths of it’s soul but frankly I find very little appealing about Frog. It’s clichéd, ridiculous, full of perfect Gary Stu characters and the author’s voice is muddled with too many cutesy and perfect moments. There is no tension, no romance, and no real genuine emotion by anyone without even getting into the various situations that simply wouldn’t happen in real life and the story doesn’t even attempt to make the reader buy into them. Continue reading
My poor blog is so neglected – as is anyone left reading this. I apologize!
The thing is I can’t tell if I’m sorry about it or not. I know I miss it on one level but on another I’m just too busy and lazy and disinterested to care. Sometimes I feel like blogging about things going on (which is a lot and some of it rather oddball and funny) but then I remember this is an m/m book review blog, but at the same time it’s my blog. I love this little corner.
So what I’m thinking is I’m going to just talk about what I want and if it includes a book review, than great.
Here are the current things going on that I’m obsessed with (or yanno just spending all my time on, same difference).
One Good Year by Rowan McBride
My rating: 2 of 5 stars
I vaguely remember quite liking both this author and the previous book so I snapped this one up on that brief passing feeling. While this sequel is decent and helps recall events from the previous book, it feels too incomplete and flounders looking for a strong purpose. Initially I was really excited to read from Spade’s first person POV but soon I realized he’s just as empty and mysterious as he was in the first book. Without Ace’s charming personality to help cover any gaps in the writing and storyline, this sequel leaves a lot to be desired. The author’s winning voice and engaging manner shines through and makes the novella easy to read and get through but it easy falls short of the original and by a lot sadly. Continue reading
One Man’s Treasure by Nicole Kimberling
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
One Man’s Treasure is a thoroughly enjoyable read and visit down memory lane with familiar characters. You can easily pick this up without having read the previous books, as I had only a passing memory of the characters and situation when I started this latest book, so don’t worry if you’re a latecomer to the series. Those that remember the series more than my faint memory will appreciate a lot of the nuances and details that connect to the previous books. The formula is similar for almost all the books in the series where Peter finds a mystery and gets in trouble trying to solve it. Yet the crisp writing and endearing narrator help overcome any sense of “been there, done that” with a repetitive formula. Continue reading
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