Compilation: A collection of Short Stories

by Melissa Bell

A compilation of four short stories.

Lupe - Five Brothers Series (4.5) Paranormal Shifter Romance (M/M)
Lupe is a one of the cursed brothers. What happens when he meets his mate, Henry?

2113 - A Post Apocalyptic Romance (F/M)
In 2013/2014, genetically modified crops killed hundreds of thousands of bees. Scientists predict that if all the bees were to die, then humans would be lucky to survive a hundred years before becoming extinct.

Playing Blind - Contemporary Romance (F/M)
Charlie is blind, and up until now has led a very shelter life, living with her overprotective brother. She has the opportunity to live, hope and maybe even find love.

EMBERS - Gothic Romance (F/M)
The world is not always as it appears. Dakota is grieving the loss of her grandmother. Left all alone, she performs a very dangerous ritual to find her soul mate. The one that returns to you in every life time. What happens when he turns out to be a Vampire?

185 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 7, 2015

Reviews

[Karen Shortridge · Rating 5 out of 5]

this is a great four short stories that leave you wanting more of each one, they all have great characters and the plots draw you in. Melissa Bell never disappoints in any of her books and these are well worth reading.

[Gemma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely loved all the story's in this compilation, was great to get a good look at Lupe, I love the 5 brothers series, I could have easily read more of each story, loved the characters and plots

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Compilation - Shows me what an amazing author Melissa Bell is having written so many different genres in this short stories collection, all 5 star reads.

Lupe ~ Part of the Five Brothers series is a hot m/m read with lots of drama and soul matching love story.

2113 ~ A sci-fi type read, read nothing like it before was gripping. A hot bond made between Malachi (M) & Qhoi(F) straight away looking forward to more in this different type of series.

Playing Blind ~ Charlie a young blind woman making her way in life on her own leaving her brother behind. Jake her next door neighbour who knows her from childhood before she went blind comes into her life, romance blooms and I think they will be saving each other. Again ready for more.

Embers ~ A vampire type story of ever lasting love that was cursed but found it's way back over many years.

I would recommend this book to those looking for an insight into Melissa Bell's writing skills and to get a taste of her other books out and to come.

[Lisa Welch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved these short stories and they really trapped me... was waiting for Lupe for a while and as a short story it didn't disappoint or detract from the shifter series it complimented them... 2013 love the sci-fi element and a well written story or the main characters building a relationship .. defiantly one to expand on ... Playing blind .. this short story was just beautiful I real romance loved it made me cry ..Embers .. Wow a total twist on vampire stories and a true love story spanning time .. I can certainly say even though these stories were short they didn't lack in imagination and the plots of each were in depth and you felt like you actually knew the characters , at no point were you left with the feeling of not knowing why something happened, all scenes of an adult content were written with taste and didn't leave feeling you missed out on the build up and to them ... what a delightful book

[Wendy Howard · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing collection of short stories! I just loved it.
Lupe - (m/m) a amazing addition to the five brothers series, very well written and I just loved it! cannot wait for more! deffo read the series it's worth it!
2113 - (f/m) has the potential to be a very gripping series! futuristic end of the world and what's become of society, very different to others iv read and frankly faciniting.
Playing blind - (f/m) a great story of childhood crush meeting ad adults, well written but sadly I didn't enjoy this one quite as much.
Embers - (f/m) a new an novel take on vampires, he's waiting a long time for his heart starter to be reborn for him. I really enjoyed the characters and hope it becomes a series.
ffinally a sneak peek into a new series the therapist, and what a sneak peek! loved it! sounds to be a great dome series coming up!!

[Anne Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Compilation is another great book by Melissa Bell. I was so pleased that Lupe in the Five Brothers Series has found a mate. I have really grown to care about these characters, just one more brother to find love, can't wait. I think when that book comes out I will start again and re- read them all as a whole. Not that I could have waited after reading the first book. The rest of the book was a interesting if not frustrating collection of very good short stories. The only problem was I wanted to read more of each story. All were very well written, each totally different. I hope Melissa will expand on each story and satisfy my need to find out more.

[Michele Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great collection of stories by author, Melissa Bell. I couldn't wait for this one to be released, I was excited to read different genres by an author whose previous books I love. She has truly done justice to all of these stories. In particular, I loved Lupe and Playing Blind, although it's hard to choose a favourite as they're are all great stories! The characters are real and well rounded, the stories draw you in and make you want to keep reading until the end. A very talented writer indeed. I can highly recommend this one!

[Karla Hetherington · Rating 5 out of 5]

A gorgeous set of short stories that will make your heart swell and drive your hormones wild!.. Beautiful short stories told beautifully.
Melissa proves yet again she is a great author who can spin tales to make you smile and believe in love when your heart grows weary.
Thank you for these i love them

[Kimber · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an amazing book. There are so many amazing books inside that catch you attention and keep you wanting more!! Melissa is an amazing author that knows how to get her readers attention from the start.

I have read all her books to date except for one and cannot wait to get it and read it!! I hope you love her work as much as I do!

[Kieron Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lupe: she has done it again Melissa your amazing the story line was amazing but also the relationship between lupe and henry its just beautiful and as a gay man myself you portrayed the relationship and sex scenes to perfection i can not fault anything as i say all the time it is a true pleasure to be able to read your work

[Lesley Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although some of these short stories are in genres I do not read I've got to admit I loved them. This author is multi talented to be able to write good stories in completely different genres. A big round of applause.

[Melissa Bell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the challenge of writing in a variety of Romance/Erotic Sub-Genres.