Ball and Chain by Abigail Roux

                               Ball and Chain by Abigail Roux

Home from their unexpected deployment, the former members of Marine Force Recon team Sidewinder rejoin their loved ones and try to pick up the pieces of the lives they were forced to leave behind. Ty Grady comes home to Zane Garrett, only to find that everything around him has changed—even the men he went to war with. He barely has time to adjust before his brother, Deuce, asks Ty to be his best man. But that isn’t all Deuce asks Ty to do, and Ty must call for backup to deal with the business issues of Deuce’s future father-in-law.

Nick O’Flaherty and Kelly Abbott join Ty and Zane at the wedding on an island in Scotland, thinking they’re there to assuage Deuce’s paranoia. But when bodies start dropping and boats start sinking, the four men get more involved with the festivities than they’d ever planned to.

With the clock ticking and the killer just as stuck on the isolated island as they are, Ty and Zane must navigate a veritable minefield of family, friends, and foes to stop the whole island from being destroyed.

My Thoughts

Ball and Chain by Abigail Roux was an addition to the Cut and Run series. Welcome back Ty and Zane.

I did read the other reviews and couldn't beleive them. I mean how can this book not get the same 5 star ratings as the others?

Now that I have completed the book I am can see where the other reviewers are coming from.

Now I give this book 4 stars. The writing in the book as just as great as the other in the series. I have said it before. Abigail Roux, is a wonderful author. She writes the best heart stopping, funny, stories. It is hard to find a MM author that puts so much work into books these days.

Now to the actual storyline. I like the addition of Nick and Kelly. I am looking forward to the Sidewinder series. The parts of the story with Ty and Nick and what they need to overcome where very well written.

Ty and Zane's relationship was the best part of this book. To see them grow and the love between them... perfect. Also the scene with them on the rug in front of the fireplace, HOT!!!

My only issue with this book was the plot. The mystery. In Cut and Run Book 1 my complaint was that the 'bad guy' who done it? mystery was a little too complicated. The same with this book. Too many characters and the mystery was lost (not becasue I figured it out) but because I was just like okay another one and on and on. It was just too much I think.

Great Ty and Zane... Great secondary characters. God I love all the Grady's. But the main plot just fell short to me.

I will be looking forward to some more Ty and Zane.

I recommend this book IF you have already read the series. I think this is the weakest book in the series and my least favorite. But if you start the cut and run series you will have to read this book and I think you will enjoy it.

Crissy

Pull me Under by Zarah Detand

                                               Pull me Under by Zarah Detand

 

As the first British footballer to come out at the prime of his career, it helps that Ben Jimmer is in a long-term, committed relationship with university student Henry Brown. Even if that relationship is fake.

Or: a cheerfully clichéd tale of romance, tattoos, football, and friendship (both with and without benefits). Also, tea. And stupidly complicated feelings, of course. Let's not forget about those.

 

My thoughts

 

 

 

Wow!

Okay I am not actually sure how I came across this book or why I purchased it. However I am truly glad that I did.

Ben is a footballer. (Okay in the US we can it soccer, lol) And he just outed himself. Now his firend and agent has a plan. Henry would make a great fake boyfriend. Let Ben's teamates and the paps think he was in a comitted relationship.

Okay, so this storyline is not new. I've actually read a few with this plot but this is one of the best.

This is not a strongly sex scened book. This is an emotional, sweet journey, that will have you frustrated and happy at the same time. Frustrated since Ben and Henry were not listening to me when I told them to TALK to each other and happy because of course we get our happily ever after.

This is all about the journey to get there.

The book is well written. The characters very well developed. And is sweet and funny. Oh I love Ben and Henry.

And... hint to the author...

If another story was written about Ben and Henry I will buy it! I would love to see the next season for Ben and Henry's music taking off. Maybe a sequel. Please?

I highly recommend this book. I really enjoyed it.

 

Crissy

Among the Living (Psycop #1) by Jordan Castillo Price

Among the Living (Psycop Book 1)

 

 

Victor Bayne, the psychic half of a PsyCop team, is a gay medium who’s more concerned with flying under the radar than in making waves.

He hooks up with handsome Jacob Marks, a non-psychic (or “Stiff”) from an adjacent precinct at his ex-partner’s retirement party and it seems like his dubious luck has taken a turn for the better. But then a serial killer surfaces who can change his appearance to match any witness’ idea of the world’s hottest guy.

Solving murders is a snap when you can ask the victims whodunit, but this killer’s not leaving any spirits behind.

This is the first book of the series and as of today there are seven books total in the series.

My thoughts- Why did I wait so long to start this series?

I have no good excuse other than I'm not big on pyshic's. I've just never been that fond of them. I actually find the idea creepy. Weird yes since I love vampire, werewolf, and demon books. But moving on I gotta tell you that I am so glad that I finally gave in.

I kept seeing these books on goodreads list that I browse and finally gave in and bought the first book. That was yesterday and I just finished book 3.

That is how good this series is.

I love the two main characters. The quirky and lovable Vic with the hot and spicy Jacob. The supporting cast is fun and a great addition.

There is mystery and suspense. And I'm hooked!

Anyone who enjoys a good mystery with some hot man on man love with book is for you.

This book is highly recommended.

Books in series:
#1- Among the living
#2- Criss Cross
#3- Body and Soul
#4-Secrets
#5- Camp Hell
#6- Ghostv
#7- Spook squad

Happy Reading peeps!

Dangerous Submission by Lori Toland

                                                      Dangerous Submission by Lori Toland

British Agent Drake Steele never thought when he was hired on at the Serious Organised Crime Agency that his job would involve spanking a co-worker. But when the colleague is Lord Robbie Covington, the sexy red-headed computer hacker for SOCA and MI-6, Drake can't agree fast enough to pop Robbie's cherry and pull him into the sensual world of BDSM.

Now they are caught up in a web of lies as they pose as members of the jet-setting crowd. Drake and Robbie have to race against the clock to stop a weapons haul that could threaten the safety of all Europe. As their covers begin to fade and danger is closing in, protecting Robbie is Drake’s most important task, but neither man is ready for the moment when their hearts are put on the line

My thoughts- This book is not for everyone. It does contain heavy BDSM and male-male sex.

The blurb had me thinking there would be a more BDSM scenes then what they were. While they were pretty heavy in what they did, in no way is the over the limit, in fact I was surprised with how little there really was. Although the plot was based around it.

Drake is a DOM and Robbie needs to be a sub. Robbie is interested in the world but still nervous. Sending him under cover he needs someone who knows the ropes.

The plot was a good one. The storyline flowed. I was pleased with that and all aspects of the book. It ended a little abruptly but I hope there will be more later.

I did enjoy this book. Maybe not a favorite or a re-read but it was good. I recommend it.

Crissy

Never a Hero by Marie Sexton

                                                         Never a Hero by Marie Sexton
                                                              Tucker Springs Book 5

Everyone deserves a hero.

Owen Meade is desperately in need of a hero. Raised by a mother who made him ashamed of his stutter, his sexual orientation, and his congenitally amputated arm, Owen lives like a hermit in his Tucker Springs apartment. But then hunky veterinarian Nick Reynolds moves in downstairs.

Nick is sexy and confident, and makes Owen comfortable with himself in a way nobody ever has. He also introduces Owen to his firecracker of a little sister, who was born with a similar congenital amputation but never let it stand in her way. When she signs the two of them up for piano lessons—and insists that they play together in a recital—Owen can’t find a way to say no. Especially since it gives him a good excuse to spend more time with Nick.

Owen knows he’s falling hard for his neighbor, but every time he gets close, Nick inexplicably pulls away. Battling his mother’s scorn and Nick’s secrets, Owen soon realizes that instead of waiting for a hero, it’s time to be one—for himself and for Nick.

This is the 5th book in the Tucker Springs Series

My Thoughts- I really enjoy this series. This series has two authors writing it so in most books the characters come and go, but in this book all characters are in a scene together. It was great!

This series is not your normal male-male romance books.

This series and this book especially deal with very heavy issues. I don't want to give away Nick's secret but it came as a shock. Owen has his own issues to deal with. But together they finally learn to live with the hand they were dealt.

This is an emotion ride but you will enjoy every second of it. Some of the back and forth Nick does got old but when you read the entire story you can understand it.

I strongly suggest you read the series in order. You'll just enjoy it that much more!

Highly recommended!

Crissy

Decaffeinated Corpse by Cleo Coyle

                                                      Decaffeinated Corpse by Cleo Coyle


When an old friend of her ex-husband develops the world's first botanically decaffeinated coffee bean and smuggles it into the country, Clare Cosi, manager of Village Blend, believes it's a business opportunity she needs to investigate...at least until the first dead body shows up.
My Thoughts- An all time favorite book.

Is there any question that I would love a book series that is based around a coffee shop? Everyone knows of my coffee addiction. Add in a quirky female, sexy ex-husband, hot cop maybe boyfriend, a mystery, and an entire set of characters that are so loveable?

I found this series several years ago. I'm not sure what happened that I didn't finish it. Just one of those series I lost touch with when I went from buying print to my kindle. But I am so glad that found it again so I can finish the adventure.

The first three books in the series I bought as print books, book four as a kindle book, this book (which is book five) I purchased as an audio book for my kindle.

I loved this book! The favorite is the series!

It has it all. Adventure, mystery, sexy characters, and coffee!

In this book decaffeinated coffee is the new it thing. Of course to people in the business decaf is better know as why bother.

*Like me just add in here that about 3 months ago I started to add decaf to my own daily consumption. I drink cups and cups a day but after six at night I have switched to decaf. If you find a good blend it's pretty good.*

But back to the book... Clare finds herself thrown into a mystery... who mugged her ex-husband's best friend and why? Of course she can't just that little thing go. Even though Rick and Matt tell her to.

Clare sets out to investigate exactly what is going on.

Through meeting up with old friends, following a private investigator, having a man fall 26 stories off a balcony, and more Clare may just be over her head.

When her ex-husband is questioned for murder Clare knows she has to solve the case fast... before the cops arrest Matt.

Mike Quinn, the sexy and quiet, cop from the shop is back in this book. And things between Mike and Clare may just move in another direction... or we can hope anyway.

No wonder Clare has to drown herself in espresso shots. She's a very busy woman! Lol!

This was a great read and I will tell you while there is several plots going on there was one I did not figure out! And that was cool.

I really enjoyed having this book as an audio also. I could listen to it on my way to and from work, while I was tanning, and at home. I've already bought and can't wait for the next in line!

Book Series: Coffeehouse Mystery

Previous books:

1. On what grounds
2. Through the grinder
3. Latte Trouble
4. Murder most frothy

Next book of the series:

French pressed

Thanks

Crissy

Paid Leave by Hayley B James

                                                       Paid Leave by Hayley B. James

Albuquerque police officer Benji Miller made the choice to hide his sexuality and devote his life to his career. He guards his secret carefully, believing he is protecting his job and happiness. Then, during a routine traffic stop gone awry, he shoots a suspect to protect a young girl, and his life spins out of control. A department-mandated paid leave rips away the only distraction he had, and he has to deal with the unsympathetic media who criticize the police department’s every move.

One day, needing to get out of the house, Benji walks into a café, where he meets Neal McCoy—a gay man living without shame, unafraid to speak his mind or stand up against prejudice. Benji quickly falls for Neal but struggles to combine his new love interest and his career. With the media threatening the careful illusion he’s built around himself, Benji can’t stand the pressure.

Benji has to decide: sacrifice his happiness in the name of his career and an easy life, or find the courage to give up the lonely existence he knows and take a step into the unknown.

My thoughts- I bought this book without any reason. I like the blurb and thought... why not.

I love when that happens and I enjoy the book! That's always a fun surprise.

Benji is a cop. A lot is going on in the department with police shootings and the media frying the cops in papers and the news.

After Benji shoots a criminal his life is turned upside down. But then on his paid leave time he meets Neal. The coffee shop owner.

This is a book about a closeted cop and his hard windy road to finding love.

This book was well written, with wonderful scenes, and a real story line. You're rooting for Neal and Benji but so much is tearing them apart.

They have to deal with hateful people in the world, a career that isn't very gay friendly, and friends and families meddling.

It's a fun ride. I think you will really enjoy it.

Oh and did I mention Benji has a chocolate lab just like my Scrappy Doo! How can you go wring with that?

Thanks ya'll!

Crissy