A Matter of Time II

Title: A Matter of Time II
Author: Mary Calmes
Publisher: Club Lighthouse Publishing
Publisher URL: http://www.clublighthousepublishing.com/
ISBN: 978-1-897532-77-5
Genre: {M/M} Murder / Mystery
Rating: 4.5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Scandalous Minx

Jory Keyes is still picking up the pieces of his shattered heart. His on-again off-again lover, Detective Sam Kage, is having issues stepping beyond the closet door, guarding the secret of his sexual preference. Sam knows his fate if he comes out to the police force. Will he have to decide between life with Jory and life as a police detective?

A Matter of Time II is Mary Calmes’ second story of the A Matter of Time series. Sam has restored my faith in him. After seeing how confused he is, I began to like him more. He seemed more human, which is saying something. There were points where I questioned if he truly cared for Jory from his actions alone. The repercussion of working in an anti-gay environment, where your life is on the line, is more than enough reason to be cautious.

Jory is really growing up. He sees his destructive behavior for what it is and starts to recognize his true worth. There was one scene where I was pumping my fists in approval. He not only saw the wrong path, but also evaded it swiftly.

I have to admit I wasn’t surprised by who actually decides to put Jory in harm’s way. From the beginning, there were no warm and fuzzy feelings for the character. A Matter of Time II combines suspense and steamy erotic scenes, producing a great sequel. I loved reading this story and anticipating the drama unfolding in the next installment.

A Matter of Time Book I

Title: A Matter of Time Book I
Author: Mary Calmes
Publisher: Club Lighthouse Publishing
Publisher URL: http://www.clublighthousepublishing.com/
ISBN: 978-1-897532-73-7
Genre: {M/M} Murder, Mystery
Rating: 4.5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Scandalous Minx

A promise to a friend leads to Jory Keyes’ life being placed in jeopardy after he witnesses a brutal murder. The police want to place him in a witness protection program, but Jory just wants his life to go on as normal. Work and friends keep him busier than most socialites. Jory has no time for love but makes concessions for one-night stands. After getting to know Detective Sam Kage, Jory is sure he can change his rules. Are Jory and Sam on the same page, or has Jory finally found himself in the shoes of his past lovers?

Mary Calmes' A Matter of Time Book I is our first introduction to Jory and Sam. Jory is a fun-loving beauty with cooking skills good enough to grab Martha Stewarts’ attention. Sam is a typical Alpha male. I understood why Jory didn’t allow anyone to get close to him until Sam. He’s just not the type of man to take a wimpy half-hearted order. Sam’s persistence and determination was just what he needed. I’ll admit that by the end of this book, I did not have happy feelings about Sam. This is the first book of four and so far, he hasn’t earned the right to lap Jory’s shoes.

A few structural elements need addressing however; they weren’t enough to take way the message behind the story. I saw a great deal of Karma coming back in full-force while reading the tale. A Matter of Time Book I is about the importance of friendship, family, and being true to yourself and those around you. It is a fast-paced story with a dose of action, suspense, and humor. The sex is sizzling between Jory and Sam, and the Windy City is the perfect setting. Mary Calmes has started the A Matter of Time series off with a fascinating story that drew me in, and I’m looking forward to reading the next installment.