Title:
Make Me a Match Vol.2Author: Chrissy Munder, Maria Albert, M. Jules Aedin, Sean Kennedy, S. Blaise, John Simpson,
Zahra Owens
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Publisher URL:
http://dreamspinnerpress.com/ISBN: 978-1-935192-21-3
Genre: Gay, Historical, Contemporary, Futuristic
Nymph Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymph Reviewer: Critter Nymph
Weatherman Grant is tired of everyone he meets being more interested in his co-worker than him. After his date calls out the wrong name during an intimate moment, Grant decides to try computer dating. While his matches all turn out to be duds, the waiter may be just what he ordered.
Stormy Weather by Chrissy Munder (4 Nymphs) is a hilarious look at computer dating. This enjoyable read will have you chuckling more than once. Who knew ordering an edamame salad could be such an experience?
While in the hospital recovering from severe injuries, Jeremy is dumped by his boyfriend. Several months later, with what would have been their one-year anniversary approaching, Jeremy is still having trouble coping. His friend and physical therapist thinks her brother Rick, a local cop, may just be what Jeremy needs. Now she just has to get them together. Maria Albert does an excellent job bringing together these two men, both of whom are struggling in their own ways because of being gay.
Score Two for the Good Guys (4 Nymphs) is a tender story that will stay with you.
Accused of a crime he did not commit, Kelan Finnian is exiled to America. After a long and difficult journey, he arrives in New York only to have what little money he has stolen by pickpockets. Toby Lewis runs the Golden Guild, one of New York’s many gangs. The last thing he expects any of his gang to do is bring home a new member. M Jules Aedin’s
Fragment of a Fiery Sun (2.5 Nymphs) is a historical set in 1845 New York. While the story paints a clear picture of what life was like for the poor, the characters seemed to fall flat with little to no real chemistry between any of them.
Kyle has the misfortune of having a friend who thinks she is right about everything. This time, Missy thinks she has just the guy for Kyle. Sam has no idea he is being set up until things go wrong and Kyle storms out. When both men head home for winter break on the same train, they are given a second chance. With the help of Missy and a little bad weather, these two might just see they are perfect for each other.
Some Expected Delay (3 Nymphs) is an enjoyable read by Sean Kennedy. The characters, Kyle and Sam, balance each other out nicely.
Robert is a real estate agent, and still in the closet where his mother is concerned. When she starts bringing up that an old friend, Jamie, is back in town, he has no idea who she is talking about. Determined to get them together his mother plans a garden party. How is he supposed to tell his mother he has no interest in some girl he cannot even remember? Jay is an events planner who has just returned to the area. In need of a place to stay, he ends up meeting Robert. While Robert is attracted from the beginning, his professional ethics will not let him make any kind of move. Once their business dealing is finished however, neither man is willing to wait any longer. What happens when Robert finds out who Jamie really is?
Hot Property (4 Nymphs) defiantly lives up to its name. The chemistry between the two men is clear to see; watch out once they set business aside. There is a definite “Mother Knows Best” to the whole thing.
Jerry is ready for a vacation. Planning on going on a cruise with some friends, he has no idea he is being set up. Dale has been interested in Jerry for some time. When he finds out that a mutual friend is planning to set them up, he goes along with the plan. Now everyone just has to make sure Jerry does not find out or this could end up being the cruise from hell.
Waves of Love (4.5 Nymphs) is different from the other stories in this book, as John Simpson has written it from the point of view of the matchmaker. This is a story about more than just finding the love of your life but also the deep love between friends.
Mallick, having turned thirty, will be leaving his job as a Facilitator and meet his chosen mate. Varr is a Matchmaker who has been watching Mallick from afar waiting for the time they can be together. Both men are nervous about their upcoming meeting and the affects it will have on their lives. The next year will be a telling one as they take the time to learn about each other.
Thirty (3 Nymphs) is a futuristic story by Zahra Owens whose characters lack any real connection in the beginning. As the story progresses, the two men do begin to bond. When they get home, the story unexpectedly changes. Readers who like futuristic stories are sure to like this one
While some stories were better than others,
Make Me a Match Vol. 2 is the perfect book to have on hand for when you want a quick read. Whether straight or gay, any one who has been on a blind date or set up will find something familiar within these stories.
