Mr. Right Now

by Madeleine Urban, Eric Arvin, Anaïs Morton

Not all erotic encounters are love at first sight or lead to happily ever after. That doesn't mean we don't want to read about them. Snowbound, Lovebound? by Fae Sutherland & Marguerite Labbe When animosity is stripped away, all that's left is desire. Traveling together in snowy New England, Bryan Tam and Jimmy Murphy are at each other's throats long before they lose control of their car. Attraction and tempers collide and the storm raging outside is nothing compared to the one going on in the backseat. Deacon Decides by Eric Arvin Deacon's always been a reserved, quiet man, even 'socially retarded'--according to his friend Carol. But when he meets flight attendant Joel on the plane to Australia, he must decide if the risk is worth the reward. A Screw and A Stud by Sonja Spencer Meeting in the hardware store around screws, studs, and lube, Mark offers to help Tommy hang a picture in his home. Turns out Mark has plenty of experience with that kind of screwing, and Tommy is willing to help him practice the other? Odds Are by Chrissy Munder Returning to an annual conference without his long-time live-in boyfriend, doctor Rick Page discovers his lover had a secret he never suspected. Luckily, Mr. Damn Smoking Hot Jonah is willing to provide sexy therapy. A Thorough Workout by Alix Bekins Ryan had taken to hanging around the gym late, waiting for Marc to approach him for hot, steamy, sticky sex. Ryan wanted Marc--and he knew Marc wanted him. But what was taking Marc so long to make his move? Know When to Spread 'em by Catt Ford In the mood to ditch work and find play, Jay goes looking for a good lunch hookup and finds a hot bodybuilder who occasionally likes to walk the guy side. Their no-strings lunch turns out to be firsts, seconds?and thirds! The Proposition by Rhianne Aile & Madeleine Urban Looking for a weekend companion, Marcus chooses Gerard, an uptown, classy young man who's willing to listen to his proposition. Sparks immediately fly and the weekend speeds by? and they both discover they don't want the proposition to end. Wanna Ride? by Sonja Spencer In a dance club where 'anything goes' isn't just a catch phrase, Raul wore black leather pants. Painted on. And nothing else but sweat. He was a vision Cris couldn't and wouldn't ignore, and asking for a dance might lead to a hell of a lot more. Power Struggle by Anais Morten Jason and Gero just don't get along, on or off the soccer field. Knowing something had to be done or the team would suffer, they try to work it out. But talking just leads to a fight, and Gero has to take drastic measures to find a compromise. Special Offer by Clare London The grocery store on a Saturday night wasn't Mitch's idea of a good time. It got worse when he ran into Will, his neighbor from down the hall. Both beyond annoyed, they work on finishing their shopping, and with each department they discover a growing attraction that cannot be denied.

Genres: M M Romance, Anthologies, Erotica, Romance, Contemporary, Ebooks

248 pages, Nook

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Madeleine Urban is a down-home Kentucky girl who’s been writing since she could hold a crayon. Although she has written and published on her own, she truly excels when writing with co-authors. She lives with her husband, who is very supportive of her work, and two canine kids who only allow her to hug them when she has food. She wants to live at Disney World, the home of fairy dust, because she believes that with hard work, a little luck, and beloved family and friends, dreams really can come true.

Visit Madeleine's blog at http://madeleineurban.livejournal.com/. You can contact her at mrs.madeleine.urban@gmail.com.
Listen to Madeleine interviewed by Peter Godbold on the Strictly Confidential Radio Show

MADELEINE URBAN RETIRED
Nov. 17, 2011 - I have made the personal decision to stop writing, for reasons that are important to me, including focusing on my family and my health. Writing and publishing comes with a whole set of expectations and pressures, and I find that it's just too much. While I am sad that this will upset and/or even anger readers, this is the right decision for me.

Abigail Roux will be continuing the Ty and Zane series, and I know she'll do a great job.

Reviews

[Paris · Rating 2 out of 5]

In the whole anthology I enjoyed only one story - #4 "Odds Are" by Chrissy Munder. I started the last story but dropped it. It was that boring.
Don't confuse the anthology with Mr.Right. Because it is really a Mr.RIGHT NOW. Those are the stories about hot sex without strings attached. But I'm not really into mindless sex. So I didn't liked it much.

[Elisa Rolle]

People wait a life to find Mr. Right. But if the right man is nearer of what you believe? And if you find him where you less expect him? The common path of this anthology seems to be: open your eyes and look around, not sit down and wait for your Mr. Right to find you, but turn the next guy you find in Mr. Right.

Snowbound, Lovebound? by Sutherland & Labbe: two colleague can't suffer each other, but as the old motto say, hate is a very passionate feeling, and can turn to love. As usual Bryan and Jimmy are arguing, and this time they are in the mid of a snow storm and blocked in a car. From harsh word, they pass to rough sex. But in the end, what will remain? Hate can turn to love forever?

Sutherland & Labbe's story would deserve a greater developement: how Bryan and Jimmy met? Why they are in a car alone in the mid of a snowstorm? Is their story a love story?

Deacon Decides by Eric Arvin: Deacon is a shy student travelling to Australia and he exchanges some heated glances with Joel, a steward. Usually Deacon is too socially retarted to do something, but this time he wants to be brave.

A Screw and a Stud by Sonja Spencer: Tommy is new in towm and goes to the hardware store. Obviously Tommy is not a man used to handywork, and Mark, the store's owner, is willing to help. Mark is a big and shy guy, and when outspoken Tommy makes a move, he is eager to accept the open invitation he reads in his words.

Odds Are by Chrissy Munder: Rick is a doctor. He has to go to a congress, but he is not happy as usual to do that, cause till the previous year he had a long term partner with whom share the experience, and now he is alone. Worst, he was dumped by his lover and he is not ready to move on. But at the hotel he will meet Jonah, a very nice guy who is willing to spend a no string attached weekend and will help Rick to finally move on.

I like this story but I'm also a pretty sad that there is not an happily ever after for Rick and Jonah... As I read Jonah, he would be a perfect partner for Rick.

A Thorough Workout by Alix Bekins: Ryan and Mark are dancing around each other. Gym fellow, between them there were mute invitation and knowing glares, but Mark always back off. But one night Ryan decides he is tired to wait and in a way or another, he will end the matter. Hopefully in bed with Mark.

Know When to Spread ’em by Catt Ford: Jay is a guy who likes to have sex. As often as possible. And to satisfy his desire, he is willing to answer to anonymous ads. No string attached lunch hookup. And he finds Steve, a body builder with an hell of a body. Married. But for a mid-day and no-repeat encounter, he will do great.

The Proposition by Aile & Urban: Marcus needs a high profile partner for a very important business weekend. He finds Gerard and makes him a proposition, one he can't refuse. Gerard doesn't need money, but a fine man like Marcus could be an interesting partner for a weekend. But when the weekend will be over, can they have something more left?

Aile & Urban's story is pretty long. Complex and complete I would have no problem buying it as a single story. Both Gerard and Marcus are really enjoyble characters, and I would like to read more about them.

Wanna Ride? by Sonja Spencer: Cris sees Raul in a club. Raul dances like sex is pouring from him, and Cris wants to have a bit of that sex for him. And he manages to have it. But maybe the end of the night will not the end of their encounter.

A very sexy little scene, Raul is a very intriguing character. And then I have always had a soft spot for the goth guy like Cris.

Power Struggle by Anais Morten: Gero and Jason are soccer team mate. But sport rivalry is not the only thing between them. Gero feels it, but Jason is new to the feeling and needs a special treatment. And when private questions flow smooth between them, also working in team during game will be easy.

Special Offer by Clare London: Mitch and Will are neighboor. They eyes each other since months, but they have never made a move. Mitch is loud and reckless, Will is quiet and serious. But on a lonely saturday night they meet at the 24/7 store, and finally sparks fly.

Another story I would like to see how evolves. Mitch and Will will overcome their differences? they will find a common path to share a future together?

All the story are pretty nice. As usual I like better when I can read, or image, an happily ever after, but luckily almost all the stories leaves an open door to dream.

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[Marlobo ♥ epilogues · Rating 2 out of 5]

Average 2.05 stars

Snowbound, Lovebound? by Fae Sutherland & Marguerite Labbe - 2,5 stars

Deacon Decides by Eric Arvin - 3 stars

A Screw and a Stud by Sonja Spencer - 3 stars

Odds Are by Chrissy Munder - 2 stars

A Thorough Workout by Alix Bekins - 3 stars

Know When to Spread ’em by Catt Ford - 1 star

The Proposition by Rhianne Aile & Madeleine Urban - 1.5 stars

Wanna Ride? by Sonja Spencer - 1,5 stars

Power Struggle by Anais Morten - 1 star

Special Offer by Clare London - 2 stars

[Fran Alsaud · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Thorough Workout de Alix Bekins ***

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

I sooo don't remember having read this book! My original rating is knocked back to 3 stars from 5 stars! "The Proposition" was easily the BEST story of the group, and the main reason this story gets 3 whole stars. Of the last 3 stories, I skimmed 1 and just outright didn't bother to finish the last 2!
I think I've been hacked, because usually when I don't remember reading a book or anthology at least something jumps out as being remembered, but not one of these stories did that!
All I can say is, don't waste your money unless you can get it for FREE!

[Glamdring]

I only read Madeleine Urban short story so I won't rate the anthology.

[Thabo Lindunda]

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