I have a lot of thoughts about Adrianna and Kova, yes folks a lot, but before I continue I'd like to commend the author for breathing life into her characters, so few romance authors do this and their stories suffer as a result but in this case after reading over 500 plus pages of drama and gymnastic technicalities I wasn't bored once and that is impressive so kudos.
Based on the premise, I would assume Adrianna and Kova indulged in a taboo relationship, we have Kova who's this volatile, intense, overachieving ex gymnast turned coach who we learn has a volatile past and is years older than his love interest Adrianna. While Kova has some likeable traits many of his decisions in this story were questionable and if you're averse to cringe worthy moments well...there are quite a few between these two lovers however they're easy to overlook as the story progresses.
Adrianna comes from affluence, she's young with gymnastic Olympic aspirations and only the best will do, hence her decision to train at one of the best facilities suited for her, she meets Kova they build rapport which leads to touching which leads to excessively long stares and ultimately a saddle ride on an eggplant...
Despite Adrianna being a seventeen year old her demeanor was mature, for once our heroine wasn't a simpering, cowardly, damsel in distress mess although there were moments of all those characteristics sprinkled throughout I wasn't overwhelmed with cheesiness of it all and for that I am grateful.
Was this perfect? No. Could it be better? Of course. However I accepted this plot for what it was, the flaws in human nature.
This was quite entertaining and I enjoyed every minute of it. The characters were likable for the most part and the plot was unique, what else do you This was quite entertaining and I enjoyed every minute of it. The characters were likable for the most part and the plot was unique, what else do you want? Looking forward to reading more from this series....more
This sadly was just an ok read for me, there was so much going on with Scott that his relationship with Rylan seemed like an after thought. Pieces of This sadly was just an ok read for me, there was so much going on with Scott that his relationship with Rylan seemed like an after thought. Pieces of Me was well written and yes there were some charming moments but after the 50% mark I started to get tired of Heather and her whoring, alcoholic ways and Scott's shallow posturing and self destructive antics. It was too much to take in (at least for me). Also I thought that Rylan's character was boring and overly sweet, to the point that it was hard to digest, ugh.
Read if you're into the whole good looking bad boy falls for nerd trope, as for me...I'm over it....more
Yes, Heart Ripper was fluffy. It had feels, some angst, HOT SEX and other attributes usually on my check list requirements for excellent reading material but, and I don't say this to be demeaning or condescending, the writing was off. Lately, I've been reading work from this duo and something's not quite right.
Did the editor change?
Is the work load becoming too much?
Why am I detecting grammatical mishaps and repetitive narration?
Granted no one is perfect and I know, I for one, has no patience when it comes to writing an entire book however I was a bit taken aback by the lackluster mode of expression where, in previous installments there was none of that. Throughout moments in this book I felt as though pronouns would have been perfectly acceptable, nevertheless I was bombarded with the monotony of reading "Raja said" or "David said" and I'm no expert but if work is written in the third person and I'm reading from David's POV why when noting his parents actions would it be described as "mom or dad" and not "his mother or his father?"
For some this may appear as though I'm nit picking but *shrugs* it was all a bit confusing in my opinion.
The characters were likable. At least Raja was. He's the president of a small biker gang and being a gay indian male makes the usually challenging task all the more so. David was annoyingly whiny and juvenile but he's 18 so I guess that's his excuse. He's the good catholic boy, who grew up with strict, clingy catholic parents and when he saw his first opportunity for freedom in terms of personal independence, it was taken without a backward glance. All in all the book had its ups and downs but I generally enjoyed it so, yay?
Liam's reservation about starting something serious with his best friend causes a rift between the two and for the course of the plot we see these characters struggle to accept this new dynamic to their friendship.
Robert hid his bisexuality from his peers for years due to fear and self preservation however unsurprisingly, he develops feelings for his closet friend and that's when things get messy. Liam would much rather preserve his bromance with his best friend however as Robert's withdrawal from their friendship becomes more evident Liam is forced to make a decision that could either save everything he holds dear or...
As the story progresses the two has to make life altering decisions about their new found love which brings some tension and angst but it's all entertaining. I enjoyed Liam and Robert's romance, this series has been interesting this far and can be read as either stand alone or in the order they were released.
............I......I can't-I mean I don't......ah hell, all I can say is what fuckery is this?
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This is the last time I don't read a blurb '............I......I can't-I mean I don't......ah hell, all I can say is what fuckery is this?
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This is the last time I don't read a blurb 'BEFORE' starting a story because I had no fucking idea this was about twin bothers who liked to fuck each other and (get this) fell in love with twin men who also liked to fuck the other. HUH?
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As a seasoned reader, I've read all manner of literary diarrhea but damn............and it has such a high rating too, wow, I'm probably not evolved enough to enjoy this nonsense, not hip or modern enough but you know what? I gives not one fuck, this story was crap. I ain't bout that life. Despite my need to rant forever I'll cut it short because even after figuring out what this.......um......this......thing was, my morbid curiosity won out and I skimmed to the finish line, hence the reason I decided to give it a star. So I guess congrats are in order in that regard. Pfft... Let me just move my old school mindset right on along, my work is done here.
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My interest level while reading 'Fifteen Shades of Gay' was like a ping pong ball, there were times when I read it and deemed it worthy of
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My interest level while reading 'Fifteen Shades of Gay' was like a ping pong ball, there were times when I read it and deemed it worthy of my attention and there were moments when I just wanted the characters to drive off a cliff. Initially Andrew is portrayed as a struggling actor, he's living on breadcrumbs and chicken bones, he's fighting to support his sister as she undergoes chemo treatments to fight cancer, he's afraid of gays because he witnessed his father giving his favorite teacher a BJ, he's seeking all manner of ways to gain money so that he could climb out of the debt well he's dug himself into and give his sister a fighting chance by assisting with the payments for the best medical care possible. So, really when we as readers read all this, we're automatically sympathetic and heartbroken over this character's trying circumstances.
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However as I continued, my sympathies and emotional distress on Andrew's behalf disintegrated into sneers and eyerolls. Why might you ask? Because:- 1. Andrew's character was bipolar - He's so traumatized by homos yet still allowed himself to be sucked off by one within the first second of them meeting......
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2. The transition between him being scared of gays and embracing all notions of gay sex was unclear and felt rushed....... 3. Paresh (random gay man/client) and Andrew's relationship still has me confused 4. Cormac - the 30 something yr old virgin politician (LAUGHS), though this may be quite possible I just didn't feel the truth of his situation coming off the pages....... 5. Andrew & Comac's relationship came off as contrived and had the depth of a bottle cork.
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There were some tragic moments, periods where you felt..........something but they were too far and few in between hence the reason I couldn't rate this book any higher or lower than I did. If you're interested in giving this story a try, I won't discourage you however, in my opinion, this book wasn't my favorite. The End....more
Every time I pick up one of Alessandra Hazard's books this feeling of gullibility and ignorance sit uncomfortably in the background of my thoughts andEvery time I pick up one of Alessandra Hazard's books this feeling of gullibility and ignorance sit uncomfortably in the background of my thoughts and I feel guilty that I allow myself to be fed the angst filled fluff her stories so heavily employ. The normal intelligence I claim to possess is either conveniently absent or blatantly placed in storage in order to read about these dramatic, overwrought, excessively passionate characters and usually I don't mind, usually I inhale the nonsense and happily suck up the drama but this time something about James & Ryan's story didn't reach the bar I set for rudimentary enjoyment. Ryan isn't Gay, no, no, no folks he doesn't like labels so he isn't Gay. He's in love with Hanna, but is weirdly affectionate and clingy with his BBF James. Has no concept of personal space when it comes to 'Jamie' and occasionally likes to feed that cock of his to James' open mouth but he isn't Gay, no, he just has this morbid desire to please Jamie, so much so that he dumped his beloved Hanna in order to meet James' every pressing need.................no, that's not Gay at all.
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Well the name of the book certainly lives up to the title, "just a bit confusing" is a fucking understatement, try a whole shit load confusing. SO James, with all his unrequited love for his straight best friend decides to accept whatever pitiful affection and attention he can get from Ryan, therefore he sets about sucking dick, crying, longing, lusting, molesting, and making ultimatums so that Ryan could get a clue and finally accept the fact that he's gay as fuck for Jamie's dick (it takes more than three quarters of the book to get there but 'surprise, surprise' all fall into place soon enough)..
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In all seriousness I'd be a hypocrite for bashing this plot when I've enjoyed similar plots like this from this author in the past with little variation in how the story unfolds, but I feel that with this plot the ridiculousness was taken to a corniness level even I can't blissfully ignore. Maybe it's me, maybe my mood to be fed lies wasn't completely there, whatever it was I just wasn't blown away by Ryan and James' story. That's how it goes folks, it can't all be stellar but I definitely am interested in reading Luke's story and with that I bid you adieu....more
Jed & Ryder, hmm what to say about those two....for now I'll settle on....
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So since I've been following this series Luci & Tooth have alwaysJed & Ryder, hmm what to say about those two....for now I'll settle on....
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So since I've been following this series Luci & Tooth have always been my favorite MC's and though that still is the case, I must say that these step brothers are serious contenders for the I-love-you-lots trophy. Jed was the lonely biker, trapped in a void of unrequited love, surrounded by homophobic dumbasses with minus 12 IQ's and that alone would have been enough to send anyone over the edge but alas added to poor Jeddy's woes was a character, a lot of readers of this book would love to hate (but I didn't) - the famous coldhearted tramp, Dana.
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Why didn't I hate Dana? Perhaps it's because I have long term memory, and I distinctly recall Jed's behavior in Swamp Blood (another Book & Series) and ultimately I believed Jed got what he deserved. Dana tormented him and tormented him well and I can't honestly say I was bothered by it because I was too busy.....
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Ryder & Jed's relationship is murky at best. Ryder was the elder brother with a hero complex, an outlaw who understood the meaning of responsibility and loyalty and a character who's really quite likable however his hypocrisy was appalling. There's this saying 'practice what you preach'......in that regard, Ryder
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'One Step to Close' wasn't a disappointment, a fact that I greatly appreciate, now that I've read their story my longing for Domenico & Seth has intensified.....when are my hunks coming back authors? **Sighs** The End. ...more
As cliched as this story was, I really liked it, both Matt and Alex gave me the fuzzies as I like to call it, HA!! This was my first book from this auAs cliched as this story was, I really liked it, both Matt and Alex gave me the fuzzies as I like to call it, HA!! This was my first book from this author and I need to get my hands on another ASAP!! Yeah the main characters were a bit sappy in their expressions of undying love, yeah there wasn't a minute I thought their situation bore any resemblance to reality and sure, I rolled my eyes a couple of times at their emotional turmoil but despite those facts I fell for Matt and cheered for Alex, so.....there you have it, I'm a sap like everyone else and Starfish and Coffee became one of my favorites. I recommend this one folks, if you're a sucker like me then it should be a pleasure. ...more
I want to step into David and Murdor's world. I want to be swept away by blowjobs and kisses, in such a way that my emotions overwhelm me until they reach critical proportions, enough that my world shatters and an orgasm is too ordinary a word to describe the feeling. I want to experience the CRISIS.
Traditionally I become so passionate with my reviews that I forget people read this shit, therefore in a bid to rant less and use language less profane in nature I'll keep this review simple. Provoked was tragically unimaginative. I am not saying that the plot was completely nonsensical, it was just.........lagging in places and laughably overdramatic.
David is a borderline alcoholic, reason being, he's a gay man living in the 19th century (I feel pity for him already). David's character was the typical self loathing sort, who believed his proclivities to be biblically condemned, as well as socially unacceptable, thus for the span of the entire book we see David run from himself, run from his nature, run from Murdor, run from his shadow, etc. etc. (a bit of an exaggeration but that's what it felt like).
Murdor on the other hand had a flare for the dramatic. There was manhandling, intense stares, random accusations, passionate declarations......yada, yada, yada and in case I wasn't sure what I was reading was entirely fictitious, these MC's with their behavior made sure that fact was cemented.
It wasn't a bad read, it wasn't a great read.....it was just ok. Whether or not that's enough for you, dear readers, is entirely up to your literary interest. The End....more
I have no idea how to review this book. When I started I didn't know what to expect, Percival was the bumbling, bookworm, socially awkward and 3.5-4.0
I have no idea how to review this book. When I started I didn't know what to expect, Percival was the bumbling, bookworm, socially awkward and emotionally withdrawn and to an extent he reminded me of a childhood nerd.......
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Then I started reading about grotesque "Guardians," a resurrected man and a legendary cult and there was nothing for me to do but press on in bemused skepticism.
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Overall, as highly fictional as reading my first book from Jordan L. Hawk was, it was entertaining and I liked the characters, the fact that it was fantasy didn't dampen it's appeal at all, in my opinion it worked in the plot's favor and to a degree I'm looking forward to reading the next installment should I ever feel so inclined to submerge my intellect into the unrealistic nature of Percival's life. For now let me just digest the weirdness.......
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Everything was intense. The violence, the sex, the action, the emotions, it was all so fucking overwhelming!!One word to describe this book - INTENSE!
Everything was intense. The violence, the sex, the action, the emotions, it was all so fucking overwhelming!! Reading this was such a rush of anxiety, adrenaline, passion and grief. (I am not ashamed to say that I shed a tear) I wanna start from the beginning and read this series all over because it was just that good. It was just that ah-ma-ZING!! It was a true work of ART! I will remember Sin and Boyd for a very long time, their story, their fights, their loss, their misunderstandings - gosh it was all so real.
To the authors I say - Bravo! BraVO!!
This worded brilliance needs more exposure because really, from book one to four I was caught up in the maelstrom of lies and deceit, of corruption and violence and of bitterness and anger. It says something when writer's can develop their characters so realistically that just reading a paragraph paints a vivid picture of what their lives are like and how real their struggles are. A lot of heart and soul went into this and it comes out in the pages and I absolutely have mad respect for Santino Hassell & Ais (disregard my previous ranting reviews I took too much Xanax that day) Oh boy this was Epic.
I DIDN'T WANT IT TO END!!
**Sighs** so now I have a headache, it's probably due to hypertension from that crazy ride I put myself through but I don't regret it. I have no words to go on so I'll just end it here. Keep on writing guys you people are ridiculously talented. **HIGH FIVE** To anyone thinking about giving this series a chance don't even question it, just grab a copy and click to the first page, that is all. Boyd & Sin forever!!!
"Have you ever loved but never wanted?" "No, always wanted but never loved." "Lucky Bastard....."
Where the fuck do I begin. **Mind Blown**
There are no w"Have you ever loved but never wanted?" "No, always wanted but never loved." "Lucky Bastard....."
Where the fuck do I begin. **Mind Blown**
There are no words to describe how powerful this novel is. I think to review a book like this is even beyond my realm of expertise but I shall try. Dan and Vadim (those two are fucked in more ways than the literal) met under circumstances that were beyond twisted, beyond mildly tragic, beyond forgivable, yet still despite all that they were able to form a truce of sorts over time- **insert the aww button here** But my very simplistic summary doesn't even begin to do this book justice, there is nothing I can refer to that would give me the right words to form sentences that would express how deeply this masterpiece (because there's no other like it) touched me.
From the first page I was addicted. "Special Forces" is not written in the traditional sense, the words were given such a beautiful, poetic quality that my mind inhaled every letter, word and sentence. In no way was I tempted to skim, skip or browse through pages, (which I normally would due to the length) nope, I realized that every sentence had a purpose, every chapter had a meaning and every event brought the MC's closer. I'm not into writing long reviews but somehow I believe this book deserves it.
Vadim's character is complex, it's not often that I catch all these feelings for the antagonist (because what he did was fucking appalling) but due to the superbly written context and stages of character development I just couldn't help it. The man who started out as the most disgusting of adversaries not only for Dan but for me, blossomed, he experienced humility in the most fitting way, he got fucked up so many times even I cringed, he pleaded for mercy and I pleaded for mercy on his behalf (yeah I did). The way Vadim's life is told, the way it unfolds the way he's oppressed, all of it just gently tugs on the sympathy strings people, ain't no other way to describe it than that.
Dan, **sighs** Danny boy, oh how I admired Dan. Dan is the man you don't cross, he's the man you leave alone to his own devices unless you're intent on getting killed. (And apparently Vadim had a death wish) Dan's character is fierce, an assassin, a soldier and a man of honor. His qualities were lovable. The bond that formed between him and Vadim was just priceless. So yes, what started out as an unlikely, unhealthy and unpleasant connection between two men/enemies/opponents developed into something so rare and precious that after reading this I got all agonized and hyper. **Shakes head**
Ultimately I found this work of brilliance to be captivating. Vadim and Dan's future remans a mystery but despite the ominous nature and my feelings of foreboding I know that things will work out, they just have too for LOVE sake....(God I'm a sap). I encourage anyone looking for a romance outside of the norm, to give this one a shot. That is all. ...more
I have reconsidered my opinion of this series, after considerable doubts upon completing Afterimage I started reading Interludes with a truly disgruntI have reconsidered my opinion of this series, after considerable doubts upon completing Afterimage I started reading Interludes with a truly disgruntled point of view. Honestly at the 15% mark of this book I was ready to DNF without further consideration, however as with my initial perception while reading Eventfall, something insisted that I continue, something forced me to be patient, something pushed me to go forward and I did. I am happy that I did. You see, in all my disgust and discontent with Afterimage, I forgot that in reality relationships are not perfect. Love (at least genuine love) is oft times never the fairy tale delusion many romance novels and authors attempt to assert in their stories. I forgot that most times, if love is meant to last, the struggles that we go through occur to strengthen an already unbreakable bond, therefore after reading Interludes it is with a lighter heart that I say that this series is brilliant.
The authors doesn't feed you what you think should be the outcome of their story but instead reels you into the struggles of imperfect human nature all the while emphasizing the beauty of personal growth and love. Of course as with each installment of this series the ominous back drop is ever present, the new administration is on the horizon, futures are uncertain, Boyd and Sin are forever in the battle to stay together but somehow I believe they'll get their happy ending (they better) and I can't wait to see how exactly this feat will be achieved. This was an excellent third installment and I look forward to reading the next one. ...more
Whoa....I'm impressed. I was not bored with Volume II, there was no point in which I was tempted to give up and go in search of another more riveting Whoa....I'm impressed. I was not bored with Volume II, there was no point in which I was tempted to give up and go in search of another more riveting romance, nope, I was plastered to my seat while my brained hungrily gobbled up each word, chapter and conflict. I love Sin, I mean the guy is just so butch you can't help but love him. I also love Boyd, he's so broken and vulnerable under that facade of indifference, that I wanna give him a hug, **sniffles** This had some depressing bits that wore on my psyche (guess that's why I'm now mentally exhausted) but ultimately I loved the ending and what's a great book if not for an awesome ending, right? Hats off to these authors, they did a great job with this edited version, can't speak for the original as I have never read it, but hey I'm sure the premise is the same and in the end that's all that matters. Take a read folks, for me it was definitely worth it. Now if I can only get the next one..........more
First of all Evenfall was damn eventful, I just had to throw that out there. Yeah, at first I was like what the hell all the fuss is about? At the 35%First of all Evenfall was damn eventful, I just had to throw that out there. Yeah, at first I was like what the hell all the fuss is about? At the 35% mark I was just about to DNF because frankly I got bored as fuck, but there was something looming at the back of my mind, pushing me to continue therefore I did.....and boy I did not regret it. This is not your typical romance people, both MC's are mentally and socially inept. They are dysfunctional rejects who, despite their shortcomings, seem to work well together. Again this is NOT your typical romance, the build up is slow, the tension is thick and the violence is ghastly and you know what? I GOBBLED THIS SHIT UP!!!
Man oh man, after the 35-40% point of this book something changed....something I didn't expect, something that sucked me in and didn't let go until I got to the last page and when I did I promptly searched for Volume II. Due to the nature in which Boyd and Sin's relationship developed, the pace at which they established a friendship and the manner in which they could never seem to express their feelings, all of it just had me spell bound. I feel honored that these authors would share such a lovely story with their Goodreads audience and I do intend to read more of these books. I recommend this to anyone not looking for the typical M/M romance, someone who's willing to be patient and someone who appreciates violence with a purpose. That is all....more
HA!!!! This book was funny, violent, sweet, action packed and let's not forget AWESOME!!!! Seth and Domenico smh my, my, my how I love th**Evil Grin**
HA!!!! This book was funny, violent, sweet, action packed and let's not forget AWESOME!!!! Seth and Domenico smh my, my, my how I love those two. In keeping with the theme of the first book, both part 1 & 2 this installment of the series just takes us a step further. Seth & Dom, Bonnie & Clyde, Ty & Zane, (hmm) these ride or die relationships is what I live for people!! As readers we are sucked into the lives, trials and tribulations of Seth Villani and Domenico Acerbi and let me tell you the journey was fun and highly entertaining. I am already having withdrawal issues. **sighs** It was a struggle when I got to the end because.......I just didn't want to get to the end of book #2. I wanted to keep seeing another chapter after another I was that engrossed and invested and I can't even recall when last that happened. When will my two studs be back?!! Oh the agony!! You'll have to read this yourself people I'm just to disoriented to give you more......
My mind is pressing rewind just to confirm whether or not this book was as good as I knew it was.......(WOW) Oh Boy, where do I even b**Blink, Blink**
My mind is pressing rewind just to confirm whether or not this book was as good as I knew it was.......(WOW) Oh Boy, where do I even begin, totally floored right now, it was just that good (in my opinion). I'm in love, HA!! like Seth I am totally and completely smitten with Domenico, (aw fuck he is hawttt). I think this could possibly be one of the most romantic M/M romance I have read in a lonngg time. It's dark, it's dangerous, it's engaging and it will leave you breathless (at least it left me on the fucking floor). **Head still spinning** Domenico was so over the top, crazy jealous, wickedly violent, morbidly deadly that I just wanna cheer him the hell on. Sigh, Seth is still a coward but I love him too. Man oh man this was good. I am practically salivating over reading the next book, gosh!! I can't say how much I enjoyed this smh, on to the next one it is.........more
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