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The Gentleman's Madness
I didn't realize it was already release day for The Gentleman's Madness. That's right, you can get this sexy, touching, angsty tale at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc. as well as at Samhain today.
If you adore a man in trouble, a man at his lowest point in life, an incarcerated man finding love and light at the end of the tunnel--this book is for you.
The Gentleman's Madness
If you adore a man in trouble, a man at his lowest point in life, an incarcerated man finding love and light at the end of the tunnel--this book is for you.
The Gentleman's Madness
Beloved Healer spreading its healing vibe
Beloved Healer is brand new. So new there isn't a link for it here at Goodreads yet. Yeah, I should probably make one. Here's the blurb for this contemporary with a paranormal edge.
The healing power of love.
His special ability to heal at a touch seems to be slowly draining the life out of Mason Reed. It might be a blessing for the people he heals, but feels like a curse to him. Hiding out in a small town, he just wants to work his menial job while he gets his strength back—no helping and no entanglements. But when he meets waitress Ava Wheaton, avoiding involvement becomes impossible.
Ava has her plate full working to support herself, her disabled younger brother and her alcoholic mother. She doesn’t need the distraction of falling for a stranger who’s just passing through, yet can’t deny the magnetic attraction between her and Mason. They begin a tentative romance, each finding something they seek in the other.
When Mason’s power eventually comes to light, the locals learn his secret and people begin asking for help. He must decide whether to move on to avoid the pressure of their needs. Will he continue to drift through life, not truly committing to anything, or is his relationship with Ava worth fighting for? And when Ava’s brother needs his help, will Mason make the ultimate sacrifice for the woman he loves?
The healing power of love.
His special ability to heal at a touch seems to be slowly draining the life out of Mason Reed. It might be a blessing for the people he heals, but feels like a curse to him. Hiding out in a small town, he just wants to work his menial job while he gets his strength back—no helping and no entanglements. But when he meets waitress Ava Wheaton, avoiding involvement becomes impossible.
Ava has her plate full working to support herself, her disabled younger brother and her alcoholic mother. She doesn’t need the distraction of falling for a stranger who’s just passing through, yet can’t deny the magnetic attraction between her and Mason. They begin a tentative romance, each finding something they seek in the other.
When Mason’s power eventually comes to light, the locals learn his secret and people begin asking for help. He must decide whether to move on to avoid the pressure of their needs. Will he continue to drift through life, not truly committing to anything, or is his relationship with Ava worth fighting for? And when Ava’s brother needs his help, will Mason make the ultimate sacrifice for the woman he loves?
The Shepherd and the Solicitor released
For those who've been waiting for the next Dee/Devon book, The Shepherd and the Solicitor is now live.
You can purchase the book at Amazon and everywhere. Below is the blurb and a few early reviews:
The solitude of a hermit is invaded by love.
When Daniel Pierce’s lover is murdered by a hate-filled mob, he retreats from society to the wilds of the north. Tending sheep brings him a measure of peace, until the day Gregory Tobin erupts into his life. Sent by his firm to confirm either the existence or death of the Pierce family heir, Tobin is at first uncertain of the identity of the man he’s tracked down. Gruff, shaggy hermit Jacob Bennett bears little resemblance to the photographs of a younger Pierce.
Thrown together on the isolated farm in the flurry of lambing season, Tobin keeps postponing his return to civilization. He wants the recalcitrant heir to return with him, but he’s also falling for the man revealed layer by layer. Ultimately Jacob Bennett must decide if he can overcome the terrors of his past and meld an identity that contains both Pierce and Bennett—a man capable of loving again.
The Novel Approach, Jennifer 4 stars
From the rolling hills to the small cottage Bennet lives in, I could easily picture it and wanted to be there with the men. If you’re looking for a read with two different yet strong male leads, set in the country of historical England, look no further.
Gay Book Reviews, Ele 4.4 stars
The slow burn was delicious and the tension palpable through the story. And they lead to an explosive first time. The HEA is swoon worthy and real, always according to the era’s standards. For the lovers of Historical romance, highly recommended!
Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words Reviews, MelanieM 4.5 stars
I highly recommend this story. Even if you normally don’t read historic romance, you will love this couple and their story of love and devotion. Its heartwarming and beautifully written.
Wicked Reads, Jacki 4 stars
The chemistry between the main characters kept me reading right until the end. One strong, serious man and his balanced gentle, playful mate made for a well-rounded and pleasant read. I would recommend this to M/M and historical romance lovers.
Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews, Leigh 4 stars
This story was sweet and touching with just the right amount of heat. I enjoyed seeing a romance where each person was better together than they were apart. It wasn’t just the love and affection that they gained from one another, but the strength to be a better person.
The Blogger Girls, Heather C 4 stars
The Shepherd and the Solicitor completely hits the mark for what I expect from these two authors. I loved how secluded this story is!! Bennet and Tobin are alone together for such a large portion of the story…the perfect setting for tons of sexual tension without any distractions from outside forces.
Joyfully Jay, Jay 4.25 stars
Bennet’s farm is so remote that once the guys are there, the era could be almost anything. What works so well is the isolation they face and the way that leads to this incredible bond between them very fast. I loved these guys together and I really liked seeing Bennet open up, face his past, and move forward.
Books To Get Lost In, 4 stars
If I had to summarize this book, I wouldn’t hesitate one second: UST. The main charaters’ chemistry is palpable and you never know if Daniel will give in to his desires or if his fear is just too great to do so. You really can feel and understand his struggles.
You can purchase the book at Amazon and everywhere. Below is the blurb and a few early reviews:
The solitude of a hermit is invaded by love.
When Daniel Pierce’s lover is murdered by a hate-filled mob, he retreats from society to the wilds of the north. Tending sheep brings him a measure of peace, until the day Gregory Tobin erupts into his life. Sent by his firm to confirm either the existence or death of the Pierce family heir, Tobin is at first uncertain of the identity of the man he’s tracked down. Gruff, shaggy hermit Jacob Bennett bears little resemblance to the photographs of a younger Pierce.
Thrown together on the isolated farm in the flurry of lambing season, Tobin keeps postponing his return to civilization. He wants the recalcitrant heir to return with him, but he’s also falling for the man revealed layer by layer. Ultimately Jacob Bennett must decide if he can overcome the terrors of his past and meld an identity that contains both Pierce and Bennett—a man capable of loving again.
The Novel Approach, Jennifer 4 stars
From the rolling hills to the small cottage Bennet lives in, I could easily picture it and wanted to be there with the men. If you’re looking for a read with two different yet strong male leads, set in the country of historical England, look no further.
Gay Book Reviews, Ele 4.4 stars
The slow burn was delicious and the tension palpable through the story. And they lead to an explosive first time. The HEA is swoon worthy and real, always according to the era’s standards. For the lovers of Historical romance, highly recommended!
Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words Reviews, MelanieM 4.5 stars
I highly recommend this story. Even if you normally don’t read historic romance, you will love this couple and their story of love and devotion. Its heartwarming and beautifully written.
Wicked Reads, Jacki 4 stars
The chemistry between the main characters kept me reading right until the end. One strong, serious man and his balanced gentle, playful mate made for a well-rounded and pleasant read. I would recommend this to M/M and historical romance lovers.
Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews, Leigh 4 stars
This story was sweet and touching with just the right amount of heat. I enjoyed seeing a romance where each person was better together than they were apart. It wasn’t just the love and affection that they gained from one another, but the strength to be a better person.
The Blogger Girls, Heather C 4 stars
The Shepherd and the Solicitor completely hits the mark for what I expect from these two authors. I loved how secluded this story is!! Bennet and Tobin are alone together for such a large portion of the story…the perfect setting for tons of sexual tension without any distractions from outside forces.
Joyfully Jay, Jay 4.25 stars
Bennet’s farm is so remote that once the guys are there, the era could be almost anything. What works so well is the isolation they face and the way that leads to this incredible bond between them very fast. I loved these guys together and I really liked seeing Bennet open up, face his past, and move forward.
Books To Get Lost In, 4 stars
If I had to summarize this book, I wouldn’t hesitate one second: UST. The main charaters’ chemistry is palpable and you never know if Daniel will give in to his desires or if his fear is just too great to do so. You really can feel and understand his struggles.
The Merchant and the Clergyman released
The Merchant and the Clergymanis now available at Amazon and everywhere. Hope you'll check out this latest Dee/Devon release.A village clergyman
Curate James Fletcher is content shepherding his parishioners through the good and bad times of their lives. If he sometimes dreams of making a deeper connection with a man who truly knows everything about him, it is an impulse he ignores and sublimates.
A workaholic businessman
Declan Shaw solves problems at his family’s far-flung business enterprises. Recently, he’s considered taking a break from traveling to settle in one place and pursue a few desires of his own. He’d love to explore his secret love of cooking, and perhaps have a relationship that lasts longer than a night.
The event that brings them together
In town for his cousin’s wedding, Declan meets James just as he’s bested the annoying groom. Intrigued by the mild-mannered cleric’s surprising grit, Declan asks James to help him discover if his aunt is being mistreated by her spouse.
As their paths repeatedly cross, the two men reach an intersection of attraction they can’t ignore. Will they take the forbidden trail of passion and perhaps continue to travel together into the future?
Will and the Valentine Saint
Will and the Valentine Saint is the second in Summer Devon and my Victorian Holiday Hearts series. If you read and enjoyed Simon and the Christmas Spirit, you will probably like Will's story.
Soon to be followed in March by Mike and the Spring Awakening.
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New Release, The Mighty Have Fallen
Check out my gay contemporary, the first after a long series of historicals, The Mighty Have Fallen.
Theatre headliner Trevor Rowland is at the peak of his career when disaster strikes. In one fell swoop, he loses his eyesight, his fame, and his boyfriend, who absconds with most of his money. Trevor must take on a flatmate, hardworking East Ender Jack Burrows, to afford the rent. Anger and bitterness have taken up residence in his heart—but Jack shines light into the shadowy corners with his relentlessly sunny disposition.
Jack introduces Trevor to a local drag club and convinces him he can enjoy the stage again. Trevor’s defences slowly come down as Jack becomes much more than a barely tolerated roommate.
But will Trevor’s fragile trust be destroyed when it appears he’s been manipulated yet again by a man he’s come to care for? Will he reclaim his life or crawl back into a shell of defeat? Trevor must learn to trust not only a man, but himself, once more.
The Masterpiece Releases
Hope you'll check out my latest gay historical, The Masterpiece, my twist on the familiar makeover story, My Fair Lady.
Built from the bottom up: one perfect gentleman.
Man about town Arthur Lawton spends his days pursuing entertainment while shoeshine Joe Sprat labors to better his family’s lives. When an argument about nature versus nurture sparks a wager, Arthur swears to a friend he can turn this working man into a gentleman who will pass at a society function.
Joe is happy to participate in the experiment for a fee but receives more than he bargained for after moving into Lawton’s house. Arthur is determined Joe won’t merely wear a veneer of sophistication but educates him in every way. As he creates his new and improved man, Arthur grows more deeply infatuated with him, while Joe falls equally hard for his charismatic mentor.
Underneath a growing friendship, desire simmers and one day explodes. After their relationship escalates, the pair exists in a dream bubble until the threat of exposure sharply reminds them they belong in different worlds. When the ball is over, each must resume his own life, changed by their encounter but destined for different courses.
Find out if love is strong enough to bridge the gap between peer and pauper in this take on My Fair Lady.
Built from the bottom up: one perfect gentleman.
Man about town Arthur Lawton spends his days pursuing entertainment while shoeshine Joe Sprat labors to better his family’s lives. When an argument about nature versus nurture sparks a wager, Arthur swears to a friend he can turn this working man into a gentleman who will pass at a society function.
Joe is happy to participate in the experiment for a fee but receives more than he bargained for after moving into Lawton’s house. Arthur is determined Joe won’t merely wear a veneer of sophistication but educates him in every way. As he creates his new and improved man, Arthur grows more deeply infatuated with him, while Joe falls equally hard for his charismatic mentor.
Underneath a growing friendship, desire simmers and one day explodes. After their relationship escalates, the pair exists in a dream bubble until the threat of exposure sharply reminds them they belong in different worlds. When the ball is over, each must resume his own life, changed by their encounter but destined for different courses.
Find out if love is strong enough to bridge the gap between peer and pauper in this take on My Fair Lady.
New Release: The Summer of '77
Summer of '77 took a couple of years to write, with interruptions. Revisiting my '70s youth was wonderful, plotting a murder mystery--not so easy! I hope that readers find their way to this book and enjoy it, even if it's not their usual genre.
It’s the last summer before high school, and Rachel Walsh is tired of being the “good girl.” During a late-night bike ride back from a forbidden party, she sees a shadowy man dumping a tarp-wrapped bundle in a roadside ditch. When she returns to investigate the next day, the bundle is gone. The news soon reports a pattern of missing girls and Rachel is haunted by the fear she witnessed the bitter end of one of them.
After confiding in her coworker Carl, a scifi nerd who may have a crush on her, Rachel discovers a clue that shines a dark spotlight on her safe little world. She grows suspicious of several trusted adults and investigates them. But playing junior detective could be a deadly game if a murderer learns Rachel saw him dump a body.
During this sultry summer of Star Wars in a small Ohio town, Rachael loses her longtime best friend to a cooler crowd, starts her first real job, makes new friends, and learns the adults in her life aren’t infallible and danger lurks even in her safe cocoon.
It’s the last summer before high school, and Rachel Walsh is tired of being the “good girl.” During a late-night bike ride back from a forbidden party, she sees a shadowy man dumping a tarp-wrapped bundle in a roadside ditch. When she returns to investigate the next day, the bundle is gone. The news soon reports a pattern of missing girls and Rachel is haunted by the fear she witnessed the bitter end of one of them.After confiding in her coworker Carl, a scifi nerd who may have a crush on her, Rachel discovers a clue that shines a dark spotlight on her safe little world. She grows suspicious of several trusted adults and investigates them. But playing junior detective could be a deadly game if a murderer learns Rachel saw him dump a body.
During this sultry summer of Star Wars in a small Ohio town, Rachael loses her longtime best friend to a cooler crowd, starts her first real job, makes new friends, and learns the adults in her life aren’t infallible and danger lurks even in her safe cocoon.
New Release: Snow Angels with Bear
Snow Angels with Bear
Available now at all vendors.
Can this romance stand a snowball’s chance in hell?
Hitting a dog in a snowstorm is a heck of a way to meet a guy. When August Long rushes an injured stray to the vet, he’s blown away by the gruff yet sexy doctor. August never intended to hook up with a small-town local, but Eric Grover woos him with snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and a passion hot enough to melt the winter snow.
No one seems to know why an ex-military surveyor has moved into Hopewell Springs, and Eric is intrigued by the Southern stranger’s charm. Tall, handsome August lights his fire while filling a need for companionship he hadn’t realized he lacked. Spending time with August and Bear, his recovering German shepherd, makes Eric begin to believe love is possible.
But there’s a shadow threatening their budding romance. August fears telling Eric everything his job entails and keeps the secret until the truth detonates, nearly destroying them. For the two men to reconcile their differences, it may take a Christmas miracle—and the intervention of an adorable dog or two.
Check out The Fortune Hunter
My newest release to ring in 2018. The Fortune Hunter
A man with nothing finds everything.
Abandoned at birth, WWI veteran Hal Stanton faces bleak employment prospects in post-war London. Desperation spurs him to reinvent himself to hook a wealthy wife, one he will be devoted to even if he feels no real passion. But when he meets his fiance’s cousin, Julian Needham, it’s all he can do to keep his heart in check and his eye on the prize.
From the moment he’s introduced to the charming stranger Margaret plans to marry, Julian suspects the man’s motives yet fights a relentless attraction. He’s determined to reveal Hal as a fraud but must handle the matter delicately to protect his sweet cousin’s feelings. A weekend at the family estate should allow time and opportunity for him to expose Halstead Wiley.
Even as the men match wits in a battle of attempted unmasking, powerful sexual attraction threatens to overcome them both and win the day. Can a true love connection possibly grow between these adversaries without destroying lives and loved ones?
A man with nothing finds everything.Abandoned at birth, WWI veteran Hal Stanton faces bleak employment prospects in post-war London. Desperation spurs him to reinvent himself to hook a wealthy wife, one he will be devoted to even if he feels no real passion. But when he meets his fiance’s cousin, Julian Needham, it’s all he can do to keep his heart in check and his eye on the prize.
From the moment he’s introduced to the charming stranger Margaret plans to marry, Julian suspects the man’s motives yet fights a relentless attraction. He’s determined to reveal Hal as a fraud but must handle the matter delicately to protect his sweet cousin’s feelings. A weekend at the family estate should allow time and opportunity for him to expose Halstead Wiley.
Even as the men match wits in a battle of attempted unmasking, powerful sexual attraction threatens to overcome them both and win the day. Can a true love connection possibly grow between these adversaries without destroying lives and loved ones?
