Review: His Client #1 & 2 by Ava March … Meh, more of the same

His Client (His Client, #1)His Client by Ava March

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ava March’s regency mm books are always easy and enjoyable to read. His Client takes a familiar and classic framework and gives it a happy ending with a small taste of kink along the way. Jasper is a hooker in love with his client, Nate. Nate visits Jasper as a way to have sex but also lament his long standing infatuation with his straight best friend. When said best friend gets married Jasper is beyond exasperated by Nate’s despondency. Despite efforts to get Nate to see that Jasper is in love with him, Nate refuses to see the truth. Thus Jasper leaves the whoring life, forcing Nate to follow and see the truth.

The story is fun, quick, and enjoyable. It’s clear Nate and Jasper are well suited with a small bit of kink and role playing thrown in for some extra spice. It’s not much and I doubt anyone will be bothered by the inclusion since the main thrust of the story is all about the two men’s inability to recognize each other’s feelings. They of course work things out well in the end with a satisfying resolution. For such a fast read this novella was delightful and another solid March book. Easily recommended for both fans of the author and those new to her work.

His Request (His Client, #2)His Request by Ava March

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

This is a free follow-up to His Client and it includes a roleplaying sex scene – doctor and patient hehe – and some nice progression in the main couple’s romantic relationship. It’s as well written as any of March’s books and the fact that it’s free is a surprising but nice bonus. It shows the couple very happy and well equipped to have a happy ending while communicating about their various needs. It’s one of the few follow ups that makes me feel as though the couple really could live HEA.

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Review: Widdershins

Widdershins
Widdershins by Jordan L. Hawk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I think we can safely establish I live under a rock insofar as knowing when books come out. This particular book came out well over a year ago and I finally heard about it at Rainbow Con. I’m glad I heard the author speak and her eloquence convinced me to check out her work. I liked Widdershins for many reasons including the solid writing, charming characters, interesting mystery component, and that it’s a fantasy historical set near Boston instead of London. I know this book has received rave reviews from a lot of people but the second half of the story dragged for me. I much preferred when the relationship development was mixed with the mystery instead of focusing on the two men exploring sex while the whodunit languished. However that compliant was overcome by my reading enjoyment and I’m looking forward to continuing the series with hopefully more focus on the actual mysteries to come. Continue reading

Review: Hell’s Pawn

Hell's Pawn
Hell’s Pawn by Jay Bell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I choose Hell’s Pawn based on the author and the incredible cover art. The story lives up to both as a somewhat epic jaunt through afterlife complete with visitations from just about every major religion. This is perhaps the one hiccup to the story in that the philosophy of religion, belief, faith, and the afterlife is thoroughly discussed. The story doesn’t try to advocate one faith or belief system over any others but it does examine the concept of faith from many different angles and may not be what every reader is looking for. It’s important to read with an open mind and trust that the story is not trying to preach or condemn, but instead almost enlighten. Continue reading

Review: Learning to Dharn

Learning to DharnLearning to Dharn by Ann Somerville
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Learning to Dharn is an interesting alternate universe/historical fantasy story that includes the rarely seen hero with a disability. In fact the disability and how it affects both men’s lives is perhaps the best part of the book. The setting is well crafted and the story well written but I never quite warmed up to Kelten and the story relies on a lot of manipulation, which may or may not work well for some readers. It’s definitely a different story and stands out for the unique elements which makes it an easy one to recommend even if it’s not a story I’d personally read again.

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Review: Something Like Summer

Something Like SummerSomething Like Summer by Jay Bell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Something Like Summer is a moving coming of age story that will definitely appeal to readers. Unfortunately I didn’t particularly like the main character in Ben but in many ways this is completely subjective. He happened to touch on a few personal pet peeves that are unlikely to bother other readers, although the issue of fidelity may be a problem for some. The writing though is very engaging, bringing you into Ben’s journey with an absorbing intimacy. Although this isn’t a fast paced read, it’s a story I didn’t want to end.

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Moving On by Fabian Black

Moving OnMoving On by Fabian Black

Blurb:
Andrew has a ready wit and a cheeky retort for just about any occasion, but his partner and Dominant, Thomas, has always suspected that his young lover harbours painful secrets. A visit to a Sunday morning car boot sale has unhappy repercussions for Andrew. He comes face to face with a feared object from his past, something he never thought he’d see again. He takes flight, leaving Thomas behind.

My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars

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The Horror in Dunwich Hall by Johnny Murdoc


Title: The Horror in Dunwich Hall
Author: Johnny Murdoc
Publisher: Self Published
Length: Short Story / 18 pgs
Buy the book: Kindle, Ebook

Blurb:
The Horror in Dunwich Hall is a fun little horror story with a heavy dose of hockey jock sex in the middle of it. Anyone who knows me knows that I love horror stories, and this […]

Read the review at Three Dollar Bill Reviews Here:
http://threedollarbillreviews.com/2011/01/11/the-horror-in-dunwich-hall-by-johnny-murdoc/
http://threedollarbillreviews.com/?p=1984

Goodreads HERE!

The Jack And Danny Chronicles by Fabian Black

The Jack And Danny ChroniclesThe Jack And Danny Chronicles by Fabian Black

Blurb:
Author AKA ‘Cat’

Trouble seems to follow Danny around. From computer fires to escaped arachnids he spreads chaos wherever he goes.

Jack does his best to keep his mischievous young lover in line in this comic tale of misadventures.

D/s romance, gay romance, M/M, manlove, spanking stories, Top/brat, parody, humour, fetish, domestic discipline

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

If I buy a product.. I expect the author to at least spell check it.

Kelland by Paul G. Bens, Jr.

KellandTitle: Kelland
Author: Paul G Bens
Publisher: Smashwords, Casperian Books
Length: Novel / 210 pgs
Buy the book: ebook , Print

My rating: 4.5 of 5 stars

Review:
Kelland proves that Paul G Bens is an exceptional author. After reading his collection of short stories, I knew I wanted to read Kelland and it doesn’t disappoint. While well written and technically easy to read, the topics broached are anything but light. The characters suffer, deeply, but this isn’t a depressing book. Instead it’s compelling, interesting, and dynamic on several levels. You can’t put the book down and don’t want it to end yet you know what’s coming isn’t necessarily good.

Read the rest of the review at Three Dollar Bill HERE or at Goodreads HERE!

Beneath the Neon Moon by Theda Black


Beneath the Neon Moon by Theda Black

Title: Beneath the Neon Moon
Author: Theda Black
Publisher: TKB Books
Length: Novella / 100 pgs
Buy the book: Amazon & blackbara.net

Blurb:
Zach’s lived a rough life, but it taught him how to take care of himself. Until now, anyway. He’s alone, he’s lost his job and the rent’s coming due. He thinks he knows what bad luck is. He doesn’t. Mal’s the golden boy who had it all in high school. Then he threw it away. Now he’s back on track, working his way through college and looking toward the future – until he attracts the attention of the wrong group of people. They’ve never met. Then one summer night everything changes. Suddenly they’re in desperate trouble […]

http://threedollarbillreviews.com/2010/09/30/beneath-the-neon-moon-by-theda-black/

[what a great cover! check out the review, it’s a cool book]