Zellia’s Blade

Title: Zellia’s Blade
Author: Kitty DuCane
Publisher: Loose Id, LLC
Publisher URL: http://www.loose-id.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60737-598-2
Genre: {M/F}, BDSM, Shape-shifter Suspense
Rating: 5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Amazon Nymph

After helping his friend out in Colombia, Blade realizes that the woman he met at the compound is his mate. He is not happy that she keeps trying to run from him. He also realizes that someone is trying to kill her, but she is keeping her secrets to herself.

Zellia was at the compound because of her father. She wants to find the daughter she has never seen, but trusts no one. Blade is a complication and she doesn’t want him to get hurt or killed because of her.

Zellia’s Blade continues the story started in Dominating Victoria. This one has a lot more suspense and close calls. The way the author keeps you enthralled will have you on the edge of your seat, wondering about the next crisis. Blade is very frustrated and tries to do his best to keep Zellia safe, but she wants to try to make it on her own.

The chemistry between the two of them will melt ice so keep plenty on hand. Blade is extremely dominant and Zellia realizes that she likes it –at least in the bedroom. I am looking forward to reading more from Ms. DuCane and will be reading this one again.

Dominating Victoria

Title: Dominating Victoria
Author: Kitty DuCane
Publisher: Loose Id
Publisher URL: http://www.loose-id.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60737-438-178

Genre: {M/F}, BDSM, Shape-shifter Suspense
Rating: 4.5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Amazon Nymph

Hayden is very upset when he finds Victoria trying to kill two drug dealers and realizes that she is his mate. She is also interfering with his investigation as well as his peace of mind. He tries to get her to open up to him and let him help her, but he is not about to let her go through with her plans.

Victoria was raised by her father to be a lethal weapon and he made sure to keep her identity secret. Victoria uses her codename until Hayden and his friends realize who she is. Victoria is drawn to Hayden but will not be deterred in her mission to kill the man responsible for killing her dad.

Dominating Victoria is fast-paced and keeps you on your toes. The heat between Hayden and Victoria is intense and will keep you hot and bothered. Victoria trusts no one, but Hayden is going to keep trying. He knows eventually he will have to tell her he is a werewolf, but keeps putting it off until it is almost too late. There is a surprise at the end of the book and I am looking forward to the next one in this series. This is one for the bookshelf to be read again.

Shattered Illusions

Title: Shattered Illusions
Author: Lisa Alexander-Griffin
Publisher: Pink Petal Books
Publisher URL: http://www.pinkpetalbooks.com/
ISBN: 978-1-0-9826784-8
Genre: {M/F} Suspense, Light Erotic
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Goddess Minx

Cage Sinclair is heading home after doing ten years in prison, after having been framed for a heinous rape charge. When he gets there, he finds Morgan, his ex-girlfriend, living in his parents’ home because she had nowhere else to live. Seeing her again brings all of the love he felt for her to the surface in full force; even after she didn’t testify for him. When Cage finds out that she had a son by him, and kept it from him for all those years, makes his feelings for her uncertain.

Morgan kept silent about the ugly truth surrounding Cage’s setup and his being sent to prison. Her own secret is the cause of him going away in the first place, because she was blackmailed and the blackmailer knew the real villain. Morgan only wants to protect her son as any mother would, and she would just as soon keep Cage for the rest of their lives as well, now that he’s back, if he will have her.

Shattered Illusions is a touching story of how love can survive between two people, who have to deal with deceit and lies being told to cover the wrongdoing. It is a little daunting to know that one or two people can hold a town at their mercy and take lives at will, for their own pleasure. The two main characters are people who only wanted to live for themselves but their lives were disrupted by others evildoing. The villain thought he was above the law, doing what he felt and causing the town’s people to turn against one another.

There is a lot packed into this short novella--full of plotted out schemes, a kidnapping, and a man determined to clear his name. Ms. Alexander-Griffin has created a detailed story of how crime doesn’t pay and she tells of a lasting love that saw Cage and Morgan through the ten years that was taken from them. Now I can add this author to my list of must read books.

And Hell Itself Breathes Out

Title: And Hell Itself Breathes Out
Author: AR Moler
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://www.torquerebooks.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60370-991-0
Genre: {M/M} Paranormal
Rating: 5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Chocolate Minx

DCPD Homicide Detective Evan Garrett’s psychic instincts are triggered when several victims are murdered under strange circumstances. Also investigating unusual homicide cases is John Bentley, Director of Special Investigative Services. Meeting at a crime scene, John recognizes the psychic abilities in Evan and requests a meeting to compare notes. The meeting, as well as the mutual attraction, encouraged John to recruit Evan for a job at SIS.

And Hell Itself Breathes Out has a well constructed suspense plot. The setting is Washington, DC. The storyline features black magic murder rituals and intuitive abilities, in addition to white magic pagan beliefs. The developed characters are believable. Evan is bisexual, dating a woman until she discovers he is pagan, which promptly ends their relationship. Although Evan had enjoyed the sexual aspect, he was not too upset over their break-up. Meeting John, Evan realized they share a special connection. Evan’s touch had a calming effect on John, being the only person who could keep John grounded. John, who is also bisexual along with being recently divorced, carried a crushing amount of emotional baggage. He felt responsible for incidences that were completely out of his control. John is driven to find the serial killers. It is only when Evan is with him that he is able to sleep.

AR Moler has created an intriguing saga that captured my attention from the beginning paragraph to the end. The story highlights the profile of the killers, the victims as well as the emotional chaos of the agents. The intimate scenes are fantastic. I enjoyed And Hell Itself Breathes Out immensely.

Toy Box: Domination

Title: Toy Box: Domination
Author: Sean Michael
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://www.torquerepress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60370-988-0
Genre: [M/M] Contemporary BDSM
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Mystical Nymph

The Sound of Pleasure, a Found story – 4 Nymphs
Tanny loves to run and no matter how hard Billy tries, it doesn’t make sense to him. When Tanny confesses how pushing through the pain when he hits a wall where he doesn’t think he can take another step, reminds him of a scene, Billy sets out to show his loving sub that nothing is as good as what they can do together

The Sound of Love, a Forged story – 4 Nymphs
Jeremy is still having difficulty dealing with the aftermath of his double amputation. When he comes home in a really bad mood and in pain after a couple of falls at the forge, it’s up to Simon to remind his stubborn lover that together they can overcome anything life can throw at them.

The Sound of Home, a Bent story – 3.5 Nymphs
Marcus has been out of town at a leather convention for several days. When he returns home, it feels like forever since they’ve been together. It doesn’t take long before these two long term lovers are back into a scene, showing each other just how important love and home really is. It’s everything.

Toy Box: Domination by Sean Michael is a compilation of stories that delve into the lives of three couples involved in an ongoing dominant/submissive relationship. Readers first became familiar with these men in their own Hammer book and I, for one, am happy to see them again in this anthology of shorts. In each story, you’ll find the couple involved with whatever kink works for both partners. Each story is short, but gives the reader a nice glimpse into each couples lives since we say them last.

The Sound of Pleasure-Tanny and Billy work hard at their relationship and this look into their lives is probably the strongest and my favorite. The expression of Billy’s love and patience for his partner is tender and caring, while at the same time passionate, intense and dominating. Each step they take forward in their partnership is a bit painful, but over time they’ve discovered that together they can get past anything and come out stronger on the other side. Good job Mr. Michael.

The Sound of Love-I admit it. I love Simon and Jeremy and don’t feel that we see this great couple nearly enough. While some might feel that Jeremy isn’t getting past his injuries fast enough, I say that in reality he’s progressing at a believable pace. It’s understandable that the independent iron worker would have difficulty accepting the limitation his double amputation has put on this life, and Mr. Michael has done a great job expressing his fear and uncertainty. Yet through all his trials, Jeremy knows he has a solid and endearing relationship with the love of his life—Simon, the man who always knows what he needs.

The Sound of Home-I’ve read the Hammer series since Marcus and Jim were first introduced in Bent. The characters Mr. Michael created are intense, passionate and caring but from my viewpoint, not all of Jim’s changes are for the better. He might have been in need of direction and submission when he first met Marcus, but he could still function. Now it seems he’s turned into a completely needy sub that can’t go three days without his Master telling him what to do. I love that Marcus is able to give Jim what he needs to be happy and content, but he’s become so dependent that I wonder what would happen if the worst occurred and Marcus died or become permanently disabled. I’m afraid he’d fall apart, shrivel up and likely die. My Jim needs a little backbone back please.

Dear Mister President

Title: Dear Mister President
Author: Adam Fitzroy
Publisher: Manifold Press
Publisher URL: http://manifoldpress.co.uk/
ISBN: 978-0-9565426-0-1
Genre: {M/M} Contemporary
Rating: Golden Blush Award
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Critter Nymph

When an assassination attempt on the President occurs, Colonel Chad Ryan just happens to be at the right place at the right time to stop it. He never expects to be given a position in the White House because of it.

When Dear Mister President came up for review, I hemmed and hawed before finally deciding to give it a try and only decided after reading a favorable review on another site. I am glad I picked this story up, as it was better than I expected.

The characters are not your typical 30 year old hunks. Instead Doug Kearny is in his mid-50’s and is the President of the United States and yes he is married, but readers should not let that discourage them from getting this story. While President Kearny is happily married, his wife understands that her husband is gay and will, one day, fall in love with another man. In his late 40’s, Chad is a Colonel in the USAF. He has reached his goals and is not an overly ambitious man. With the recent repeal of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell act, Chad is becoming more comfortable revealing that he is gay. You would think that two men with little in common would not fit well together; however, the author does a wonderful job showing the reader how much Chad and Doug need each other.

Although there is some political intrigue, it does not clog up the story; instead Dear Mister President is a story of love and acceptance, something that is clearly evident as Chad bonds not only with Doug, but with his wife and daughter as well.

This was one of those stories that I hated to see end. I wanted to know how things would play out. Would Doug be re-elected? Would his and Chad’s relationship become public? Hopefully we will see more of these two and those questions will be answered. Hint! Hint!

Jewel of the Dragon

Title: Jewel of the Dragon
Author: Lynne Connolly
Publisher: Loose Id
Publisher URL: http://www.loose-id.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60737-800-6
Genre: {M/F} Shape-shifter, Paranormal
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Goddess Minx

Deverell Wyvern’s name speaks for itself, that is if you know what his last name means…dragon. He is a wealthy, sexy, tall dark Welshman, who is considered a playboy, and who works for auction houses around the world. When he strolls into Alix’s jewelry shop for a pendant that looks like the one from his family, there is no doubt that it is. He realizes that her brother, Clay is trying to trap a shape-shifting dragon. She wants nothing to do with the organization bent on the destruction of all Talents and even though she desires Deverell, she has to warn him of the danger her brother presents.

Alixandra Lancaster has conflicting emotions regarding her loveless life. She wants to be in control of her destiny and live out her dream of having her own specially designed jewelry store. Her brother is a thorn in her side, with his constant badgering to stay with his harmful PHR society, and she knows they mean to kill all Talents. The minute Deverell has his back turned to her in the store, she starts thinking sexual thoughts. Now that she has had a taste of him, there will not be another man who can take his place in her life.

I have really enjoyed reading the Department 57 series and now that I have read Jewel of the Dragon, I can truthfully say Ms. Connolly’s writing doesn’t disappoint. She has created a wonderful paranormal series that kept me wanting to learn more about all of the characters; those from past books and new ones that join the Talents, too. In this story, there is a descriptive tale of how dragons vary in color and size. I am captivated by Deverell’s dragon, when in his true form.

All of these characters brought something to the story, whether it was learning more of what their talents were, or the villains that had been brainwashed to believe that those stronger than them needed to be eliminated. There are definitely secrets that were kept from Alix by her brother and when you read the book, you will learn even more about them. I was impressed by Alix’s strong will and determination to disconnect her family ties; to live a life without restrictions.

I believe that from the first moment Deverell and Alix meet, there is a bonding but first, they have to get past issues of mistrust and betrayal to build a solid relationship. There is a lot of steamy hot sex scenes between them and I must say that I was cheering them from the beginning to the finish of the story to survive the PHR society, who would have destroyed them without help from Department 57 people. This book can be read alone but to really enjoy, read all of them in order.


Publisher’s Note: This book is a re-edited version previously released by another publisher.

Achan's Peace

Title: Achan's Peace
Author: Jade Buchanan
Publisher: Changeling Press
Publisher URL: http://www.changelingpress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60521-429-0
Genre: {M/M} Paranormal, Shapeshifter, Sci-Fi
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Scandalous Minx

It’s been months since Achan Steinsson was kidnapped and abused. The experience still clings to him, coating him in uncertainty and fear, while clouding his memories with painful dreams that plague him. Those around him believe that Achan’s dreams are getting worse and they are unsure of how to help him get past the event.

Hunter Miles understands Achan’s nightmares. The fact that his brother kidnapped Achan makes him feel responsible for his pain. However, below the guilt is a deep attraction that has Hunter hoping they can repair the damage and move forward with one another.

When Tafa Morn decided to visit Felid, he expected to reconnect with his cousin, not to find two mates who needed guidance and love.

Three men, all wounded souls all worthy of love, is what I discovered in Achan's Peace. Jade Buchanan’s sixth release in the Pridelands series takes us back to those fantastic characters we’ve all grown to enjoy. I was wondering what kind of mates Achan would wind up with and I have to say I’m pleased with the outcome.

Hunter’s abuse by his family hasn’t tainted him. I would say it made him stronger and helped him to identify love when it came knocking. Tafa is a force all his own, but knows when to show his strength as well as his more tender side. The three together are a perfect combination.

I found this latest installment in the series a fast-paced story centering on the healing properties of love and the importance of family and friends.

Idaho Pride

Title: Idaho Pride
Author: Sarah Black
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Publisher URL: http://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-61581-442-8
Genre: [M/M] Contemporary
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Mystical Nymph

Lee Hunter and Jeremy Sheridan recently discovered that not only do they live in the same apartment building, but across the hall, yet have spoken only in passing. That all changes when an attempt to defuse an explosive situation between their friends results in them being arrested and ordered to do community service hours together, cataloging tombstones at the local cemetery.

Jeremy is involved in helping several local gay young men and he convinces sports writer Lee to mentor one of them—Luis, a troubled young intern for his magazine. It’s during a day of service with Luis tagging along that the three make a tragic discovery, which triggers research for an article for Lee’s gay magazine, Idaho Pride.

As the two adults grow closer, Luis becomes more important than ever—especially after they discover their young friend’s past and that he’s been living on the street. When Jeremy’s ex-partner and Lee’s ex-lover threaten to destroy the family the three are building, it becomes Jeremy’s responsibility to defend those he’s come to love.

I want to say upfront that the blurb for Idaho Pride doesn’t do the story justice—it’s so much more. It deals with several heavy issues in a creative, yet tasteful manner and without making the story depressing, slow paced or maudlin. It covers gay teenage suicide and homelessness, homophobia, the emotional and physical pain of a parental beating when confessing they’re gay, fear and hopelessness. It’s also an interesting and refreshing romance between two men who have on first look, little in common.

Lee is a great character, and I love his ‘I don’t like labels’ attitude, while still readily admitting that he likes sleeping with men. While on the surface he appears comfortable in his own skin, underneath it seems he isn’t completely happy—he doesn’t have relationships, no friendships other than with sportspeople and considers himself a ‘real’ guy. He’s big, muscular, physically fit and often uses terms like powder-puff, fruit and flake; watching him change his thinking and actions as he gets more involved with the lives of Jeremy and Luis…that’s a great moment to see.

Jeremy is a compelling and interesting man. On the surface, he might appear rather soft and needy but to my way of thinking, at his core he’s pure steel, while still being kind, caring and loving.

Young and troubled Luis might have been a secondary character but each time he entered a scene, I was left with a feeling of wanting to know more about him—his past, his present and his future. I for one would like another story—maybe a few years down the road, with him as one of the primary characters.

If there was one thing I’d change, it would be to eliminate the little subplot that involved Jeremy’s ex-partner. This portion of the story feels more stuck in than important and doing away with it would have allowed further development of another more important character—for instance, Capt. McClain.

Perfumed Heat

Title: Perfumed Heat
Author: Judy Mays

Publisher: Ellora’s Cave

Publisher URL: http://www.jasminejade.com/
ISBN: 9781843607427
Genre: {M/F} Paranormal, Werewolf, Shape Shifter

Rating: 4 Nymphs

Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Rose Nymph

Artemis Gray was expecting an evening of high finance and business negotiation. His company was looking to break into the women’s fragrance market, having mastered men’s cologne. Unfortunately that meant dealing with James Parfumes, a company headed by the nastiest woman Artemis has ever had the misfortune to meet.

His plan had been to get in, do the deal then get the hell out of there before saying something the human part of him might regret. All that changed when he laid eyes on Moira Archer, assistant to the head of James Parfumes. Moira’s scent is like nothing Artemis has ever smelt and his werewolf soul stirs for the first time since the devastating loss of his mate. It takes all his self control not to stake his claim right there in front of everyone but he can see that Moira needs to be handled just right if she is going to fully submit to him. One thing is for sure – no one is going to get in his way now that he has finally found her.

Perfumed Heat is the first book in Judy Mays’ Heat series and what a scorcher of an introduction! Head of the Gray family, Artemis is a strong, Alpha character who oozes sexual dominance. The chemistry between him and Moira was electric and the author does an excellent job of describing the attraction between werewolf mates and the effect female heat has on the coupling. Even in this relatively short story the erotic element of their relationship was sweltering. I feel the length of the book did hinder the storytelling slightly. As the story progressed, the pace seemed to stop and start and it may have been beneficial to allow for more time for the plot to unfold. This is a minor problem though, as there was more than enough intrigue to keep me reading until the end and I cannot wait to read the next installment.

In the Heat of the Night

Title: In the Heat of the Night
Author: Judy Mays

Publisher: Ellora’s Cave

Publisher URL: http://www.jasminejade.com/
ISBN: 9781843607946
Genre: {M/F} Paranormal, Werewolf, Shape Shifter

Rating: 4.5 Nymphs

Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Rose Nymph

Serena Wilde has been doing a great job taking care of the wolves in the preservation center and an even better job hiding her true self from her boss, Dr. Kearnan Gray. No matter what effect he has on her body, Serena is determined not to let a man back into her life after the disappointments she has encountered with human males in the past.

Her experience with werewolf males hasn’t been much better and it’s thanks to Alex, the possessive Alpha in her pack that she’s on the run, never staying in any one place for too long. However, Kearnan Gray has been watching her ever since she first arrived and is determined not to let her get away from him. Kearnan may think he has everything under control but he may have bitten off more than he can chew this full moon.

In the Heat of the Night is the second installment of the Heat series and I loved returning to Judy Mays’ werewolf world. Focus shifts to another Gray family member as we meet Kearnan, a guy who likes to keep to himself. I was a little unsure of the plot at first as Kearnan tries very hard to persuade Serena to stay with him. It’s obvious that he will do anything to get what he wants and I am glad that he questions whether he has gone too far, some of the time. It’s obvious that the pair needs to figure out for themselves what they want but when they finally do, it’s deliciously explosive. The introduction of Alex and Serena’s pack is a very welcome addition to their world and the descriptions of the wolves when fighting was very well done. The sex scenes were amazing and I am fast becoming a huge fan of the author’s writing.

A Midsummer Night’s Heat

Title: A Midsummer Night’s Heat
Author: Judy Mays

Publisher: Ellora’s Cave

Publisher URL: http://www.jasminejade.com/
ISBN: 9781419900242
Genre: {M/F} Paranormal, Werewolf, Shape Shifter

Rating: 5 Nymphs

Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Rose Nymph

Finally able to enjoy a vacation after years of taking care of her family and the business, Belle was hoping not to run into any trouble. Her father had found a new mate and the fragrance company was doing well – she deserved some time to herself. The last thing she needs is a couple of wannabe hunters, thinking they have permission to shoot at whatever animal comes their way.

Since being spurned by the woman he thought was destined to be his mate, Alex had been distracted from his Alpha duties and if he wasn’t careful, the pack would have to step in. Taking a run to try and clear his head seemed like a good idea at the time but he hadn’t counted on fools shooting at him. When he wakes in Belle’s cabin, the last thing he remembers is a loud bang and excruciating pain. When he realizes the beautiful but stubborn Belle has nursed him back to health, he can’t believe his luck. As the two of them get to know each other in the privacy of her cabin, love starts to blossom but Alex has a pack to look after and Belle has a secret she needs to tell Alex if he is truly to become her mate.

A Midsummer Night’s Heat is the fantastic third installment of the very enjoyable Heat series and things just keep getting better. With the return of Alex, a character who wasn’t at his best in the previous book, I wasn’t sure if I could warm to him as a main character but the author has created a wonderfully rich and complex world and Alex fit perfectly when interacting with Artemis Gray’s daughter, Belle. If you looked up the definition of feisty, I think there would be a picture of Belle and I loved her Alpha traits. She wasn’t taking any nonsense from anybody, including the stubborn, opinionated male Alpha Alex. I think this is my favorite story so far, as the characters are stripped down, having to face and overcome one of the ugliness of human character traits – prejudice. I love how the characters’ lives in this series are all intertwined and I am really starting to feel a connection to this world. I really recommend fans of this genre give this series a try.

Solstice Heat

Title: Solstice Heat
Author: Judy Mays

Publisher: Ellora’s Cave

Publisher URL: http://www.jasminejade.com/
ISBN: 9781419903977
Genre: {M/F} Paranormal, Werewolf, Shape Shifter

Rating: 4.5 Nymphs

Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Rose Nymph

Garth Gray had only stopped by to check on his sister, now that she was Alpha female to a new pack. Garth is a loner and needs to keep on the move but he knew Belle would kill him if she found out he’d passed by without visiting. However, when his sister tells him that she’s found Eileen, his mate and first love, everything changes.

Eileen had suffered a great deal in her short life. Separated from the love of her life because of her family’s prejudices then forced into a life mated to a controlling, manipulative bully, she had thought there was no hope. When the Alphas of this new pack granted her sanctuary, the long road back to recovery begins. However, she never dreamed she’d see Garth again. Now that he stands before her in all his rugged glory, she can’t believe her eyes.

Their chemistry may have returned as soon as they were back together but a lot has changed since they last saw each other. With a violent mate still staking a claim on his woman and his past catching up with him in more ways than one, Garth needs to decide what is most important to him soon.

Solstice Heat is the fourth story in Judy Mays’ Heat series, which focuses on the closure of a relationship that began years ago when Garth and Eileen were teenagers and first in love. Not much is known about Garth from the previous books in the series so it is nice to get to know him more. I feel a lot from his past is still a mystery and I don’t think we’ll find out more until the next installment, as he definitely needed to get things sorted with his mate first. I love how the author creates attraction and chemistry between characters and the heat between Garth and Eileen was palpable. I also love seeing bad characters get their comeuppance and after the pain Eileen has suffered, it’s great for her to finally escape her controlling ex and family. Eileen is a wonderful character and the sensitive subject of abuse is handled with care.

Carnal Intentions

Title: Carnal Intentions
Author: Stephani Hecht
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Publisher URL: http://www.extasybooks.com/
ISBN: 978-1-55487-561-0
Genre: {M/M}, Shapeshifter, Paranormal
Rating: 4.5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Critter Nymph

When one of the nearby wolf packs comes knocking on his door, Mitchell knows they’re up to something. Just what is the question and how much does his mate really know?

Up until now, the stories in the Lost Shifters series have centered on the missing brothers. While Carnal Intentions does, as well, it is not a missing brother who finds his mate but rather Mitchell, who is reunited with his mate, Dean, a wolf shifter.

The two burn up the pages almost from the beginning. Their relationship is not without its problems as Dean’s need to stay loyal to his pack plays heavily into the reason behind their separation, something that Mitchell has a hard time understanding. You would think that given the issues in his relationship with Dean, Mitchell would have been a little more understanding when it came to his siblings and their mates. As with the previous books, all the siblings and their mates make an appearance in this story. The meshing of all the different personalities is wonderfully done and the one-liners are sure to have the reader chuckling.

As I mentioned before, the felines are looking for one of their missing brothers and Noah is sure to steal the reader’s hearts. Several times, I was tempted to jump to the end just to make sure things turned out well for him. There are two brothers still needing their stories told, Noah and Andy. I, for one, can’t wait; I only hope there will be more stories after all the felines find their way home.

Man About The House

Title: Man About The House
Author: Mina Carter
Publisher: Changeling Press
Publisher URL: http://www.changelingpress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60521-400-9
Genre: {M/F} Paranormal
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Amethyst Nymph

Working back-to-back shifts and trying to study has left Janelle without any energy for cleaning. When she uses a cleaning spell to conjure up a male housekeeper, Janelle gets more than she bargains for. Even though the hot hunk just appeared in her apartment, something familiar about him is making Janelle weak in the knees.

If it meant spending time in the Janelle’s bed, Corvin was willing to do anything the delectable woman wanted. Hopefully she wouldn’t be too angry once she discovered he was really a god.

Janelle and Corvin have an amusing first meeting that leads to a very hot and heavy make-out session. When Janelle doubts Corvin’s attraction for her, he is forced to get creative so he can gain another chance with the woman of his dreams. Man About The House is a quirky addition to the Wicked Wraiths series and I thank Mina Carter for bringing the heat and the humor in this story. I loved how desire struck Corvin and Janelle like an electric shock. I look forward to reading the next story in the series.

Divine Intervention

Title: Divine Intervention
Author: Trista Ann Michaels
Publisher: Liquid Silver Books
Publisher URL: http://www.liquidsilverbooks.com/
ISBN: 978-1-59578-715-6
Genre: {M/F} Suspense
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Goddess Minx

Walker has worked hard at his job as head of security for Senator Prescott and his daughter, Heather. He’s watched her grow up from the tender age of twelve; he felt very close to her through their good-natured bantering over how she wouldn’t be a problem for him. Now that Heather has grown into a lovely woman, Walker can no longer deny his growing feelings for her and decides he needs to separate himself from her. Although he changes his focus more onto her father, he’s always thinking of her and checking up on how the new team guarding her is coping with her antics of escaping them.

Years later, Heather is the target of several men who want to stop her father from making their crimes public and she has been injured because of it. Once again, Walker is in charge of protecting her and she is determined to show him how much she loves him. Even with him trying to keep his distance, nothing will stop the attraction they have for each other and having to be on the run only puts them together more.

Divine Intervention, truly a great story of murder and suspense, had me thinking hard about how greed can make men contemplate harming others for their own gain. The main characters were able to get away from the villains and while running, they spoke of their love for each other during the stressful times. Heather and Walker really heat up the story with their steaming hot love sessions, when they were able to temporary forget their troubles.

The creativity of Ms. Michaels has wowed me, leaving me wanting to read more of her books to experience more of her writings. I really enjoyed how she included the financial crisis going on today; it made this story more believable for me. There is not a lot of past history given, surrounding most of the characters, for a better understanding of why Heather’s father felt the need to take on the villains that were almost untouchable. This is a very enjoyable read and I will be looking for more from this author.

Tainted Blood

Title: Tainted Blood
Author: Sam C. Leonhard
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Publisher URL: http://www.dreamspinnerpress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-61581-411-4
Genre: [M/M] Urban Fantasy
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Mystical Nymph

At birth, Gabriel Jordan was left in a trash bin by his drug addicted mother. He then lived with his beloved grandmother for several years but when she slipped into madness, he ended up in a variety of foster homes until he ran away to the streets for good. Now he tries to make a living taking pictures for a private investigator that pays him barely enough money to survive and he often doesn’t have enough money to eat every day. It’s during a stake-out that he spies Dr. Aleksei Tennant floating to the ground from the window of the apartment of the woman he’s following.

Tennant introduces Gabriel to a world he didn’t know existed, teaching him about portals to other worlds, runes and people who are of mixed blood—tainted blood, just like Gabriel. Together they build a new and, at times, fragile friendship while hunting down a serial killer who is killing people not completely human. While on another world, the killer attacks Aleksei and Gabriel, putting their lives and budding love in danger and if they don’t discover the murderer’s identity, they could end up his next victims.

Tainted Blood is the first release for new author Sam C. Leonhard. It’s a well-written and suspenseful urban fantasy filled with magical portals to seventeen worlds, mixed-race children, murder, mayhem, runes, government oppression and race ID cards. Gabe and Tennant are both likable and while some of the aspects of their world are a bit stereotypical, it didn’t prevent me from enjoying this entertaining fantasy. In fact, it left me wanting to know more, especially about Gabe’s true genetic heritage and what it will mean to his future, which I hope might be revealed in a second book.

The differences between Gabe and Tennant is huge, but that didn’t stop them from developing feelings for each other—it might have been slowly, but that only made their joining more intense and passionate when it finally happened. The details of the numerous killings and their hunt for the murderer were handled nicely, and while I figured out the race of the killer fairly quickly; the identity of who wasn’t revealed until almost the end—and that did catch me a bit by surprise.

Twice Blest (A Bonded Story)

Title: Twice Blest (A Bonded Story)
Author: Jay Lygon
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://www.torquerebooks.com/
Genre: {M/M} Vampires
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Chocolate Minx

Vampire Brandr is out for a night of seduction when he meets Jamie, a computer science major at UCLA. However, they come across Kyle before reaching Jamie’s apartment, putting an end to their evening before it starts. Several nights later, Brandr returns home to find Kyle and Jamie having sex. It seems Jamie has been turned and Brandr has two sexy vampires sharing his home.

Twice Blest continues the Bonded series, which felt out of sequence to me. Brandr was a Viking in his former life. Now he is a vampire who writes romance stories. Brandr lived alone in his home outside of West Hollywood until he found newly turned Kyle. Feeling it was his duty to teach Kyle how to be a good vampire, Brandr invited Kyle to stay with him. Last episode showcased three vampires living with Brandr, Kyle, Jamie and Henry. Plus Tyler, a human who was accidently bonded to Brandr. This episode features Jamie’s story.

The amazing Jay Lygon has created another addition to this thoroughly enjoyable hilarious and steamy series. I look forward to the next installment.

Gay Pride

Title: Gay Pride
Author: Kim Dare
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
Publisher URL: http://www.total-e-bound.com/
ISBN: 978-0-85715-135-3
Genre: {M/M} BDSM
Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Scandalous Minx

Who knew a rainbow colored flag could be so mouthwatering? Surely not Crenshaw, a seasoned Dominant who isn’t looking for an inexperienced submissive. Nevertheless, that’s just what he gains in Jayden. The fact that he’s naked under the simple silk covering makes it harder for Crenshaw to turn him away.

I have to admit I love Crenshaw’s style. He’s a man who knows his own mind and while he didn’t see a new sub entering his life at this point, he recognized Jayden’s potential. With all that Jayden does wrong, Crenshaw recognized the jewel hiding under the grime, ready to sparkle and shine with the proper tutelage. Crenshaw’s ability to access Jayden’s needs through simple gestures, silent praise, or correcting without humiliating exemplifies the types of BDSM stories I enjoy reading the most.

I found this seventh story of the G-A-Y series enjoyable, and at times, entertaining with the splashes of humor. Those who appreciate light BDSM play or who follow the series will no doubt be happy they read Gay Pride.

Nine-tenths of the Law

Title: Nine-tenths of the Law
Author: L.A. Witt
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Publisher URL: http://samhainpublishing.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60928-033-8
Genre: {M/M}, Contemporary
Rating: 4Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Critter Nymph

Zach thought he found the perfect boyfriend but Nathan showed up and Zach found out he was really just “the other man”.

Nathan can’t believe his boyfriend is cheating on him. When he shows up to surprise Jake and his date, Nathan realizes he’s had enough.

Would you confront the person your partner is cheating with? Just how innocent is the other man? Those are the concepts that drive Nine-tenths of the Law by L.A. Witt. While the premise of the story is interesting, it was the characters that I had a problem with.

Nathan is a lawyer, who finds out his boyfriend of four years is cheating. Zach co-owns the local movie theater; he’s also unwittingly “the other man”. The chemistry is present from the time of Nathan and Zach’s first meeting and it is easy for the reader to see these two as a couple. However, the struggle to overcome the hurt and insecurities that result from their previous relationships with Jake pop up in Nathan and Zach’s current relationship, especially for Nathan.

While it is understandable that he would have trust issues, Nathan’s insecurities almost take over the story and left me wondering how the men could have a future. I was not surprised when Zach finally put his foot down, only shocked that it took so long.