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The Wheel Mysteries #4
The Disciple
Sequel to Fireworks & Wild Cards
The Wheel Book Four
Gus Goodwin witnesses a young man acting strangely at his occult shop—and a day later the same youth is found brutally murdered at a secluded Radical Faerie sanctuary in the mountains. Gus and his private detective boyfriend, Niall Valentine, once again find themselves in the middle of a murder mystery.
First to cross their path is Professor Alex Kittridge, Gus’s ex-boyfriend. Then into the picture stumbles Autumnsong, the biggest enigma they’ve ever encountered, to complicate the already confusing case. As Gus and Niall try to decipher the meaning of the cryptic poems left at the murder scenes, their pasts not yet laid to rest put a strain on their relationship.
Gus and Niall must uncover a slew of secrets within a spiritual group of queer social rebels before the vile killer strikes again—or the investigation could very well end up being their last.
The Wheel Book Four
Gus Goodwin witnesses a young man acting strangely at his occult shop—and a day later the same youth is found brutally murdered at a secluded Radical Faerie sanctuary in the mountains. Gus and his private detective boyfriend, Niall Valentine, once again find themselves in the middle of a murder mystery.
First to cross their path is Professor Alex Kittridge, Gus’s ex-boyfriend. Then into the picture stumbles Autumnsong, the biggest enigma they’ve ever encountered, to complicate the already confusing case. As Gus and Niall try to decipher the meaning of the cryptic poems left at the murder scenes, their pasts not yet laid to rest put a strain on their relationship.
Gus and Niall must uncover a slew of secrets within a spiritual group of queer social rebels before the vile killer strikes again—or the investigation could very well end up being their last.
200 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 21, 2016
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Susan Laine
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Coming soon new M/M and F/F erotic romances....
Sorry but... I'm taking a bit of a hiatus from writing at the moment. Will keep you apprised of any changes. Huge thanks to anyone who has read my stories and, hopefully, liked them <3
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October 21, 2016
*Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by Dreamspinner Press for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.*
Let me start this review by saying, don't make my mistake. This is Book 4 in The Wheel Mysteries series and you really, really, really, really should read the previous three books first! This series is about occult shop owner Gus Goodwin and his boyfriend, private detective, Niall Valentine. It seems Gus has quite the history of ending up involved in murder mysteries. In this installment, Gus is suspicious of the young man who was acting strangely in his store. Later that night, the young man's body is discovered. The detective investigating the murder asks for Gus' help due to his background. But what comes is more death, mysteries, and ex-boyfriends.
There is a lot of history to Gus and Niall and many other characters in this book that really necessitate reading the other books. Gus and Niall are engaged and seem to be in a good place in their relationship. They are comfortable with where they are but still are learning about each other and learning to work through their differences. In this book, they each face jealousy when each of them has to meet each other's ex-boyfriend, but they're able to do that without unnecessary drama. The other supporting characters were interesting and varied. This book included gay, straight, and cross-dressing men.
I was able to follow along and enjoy the characters and murder case they're investigating, but I would have definitely enjoyed it more had I known the backstory of all the characters involved and referenced. The murder case, which is a focal point of this book, was really well done and engaging. There were plenty of twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing at who the culprit is. I found the story interesting and learned quite a bit about the worshiping done by those mentioned in the books. Radical Faerie's was definitely a new one to me! This book ends with a glimpse of even more twists and turns to come for Gus and Niall.
Rating: 4 stars
Let me start this review by saying, don't make my mistake. This is Book 4 in The Wheel Mysteries series and you really, really, really, really should read the previous three books first! This series is about occult shop owner Gus Goodwin and his boyfriend, private detective, Niall Valentine. It seems Gus has quite the history of ending up involved in murder mysteries. In this installment, Gus is suspicious of the young man who was acting strangely in his store. Later that night, the young man's body is discovered. The detective investigating the murder asks for Gus' help due to his background. But what comes is more death, mysteries, and ex-boyfriends.
There is a lot of history to Gus and Niall and many other characters in this book that really necessitate reading the other books. Gus and Niall are engaged and seem to be in a good place in their relationship. They are comfortable with where they are but still are learning about each other and learning to work through their differences. In this book, they each face jealousy when each of them has to meet each other's ex-boyfriend, but they're able to do that without unnecessary drama. The other supporting characters were interesting and varied. This book included gay, straight, and cross-dressing men.
I was able to follow along and enjoy the characters and murder case they're investigating, but I would have definitely enjoyed it more had I known the backstory of all the characters involved and referenced. The murder case, which is a focal point of this book, was really well done and engaging. There were plenty of twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing at who the culprit is. I found the story interesting and learned quite a bit about the worshiping done by those mentioned in the books. Radical Faerie's was definitely a new one to me! This book ends with a glimpse of even more twists and turns to come for Gus and Niall.
Rating: 4 stars
October 21, 2016
A Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words.com Review
Rating: 4 stars out of 5
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From that review: The fourth book in The Wheel Mysteries by Susan Laine, The Disciple, finds Gus Goodwin and Niall Valentine one year into their relationship. Each book in the series is has a Wiccan holiday at its center and for The Disciple, its Lughnasadh or Lammas. I have long adored this series, not only for its characters and its murder mysteries but for its accurate use of the Wiccan religion. Wiccan beliefs are beautifully interwoven throughout the story, including its connections to nature, practices...its a lovely way for those unfamiliar with this religion to meet it. And through Gus Goodwin a Wiccan, whose open mind and sharp intelligence, often brings us into learning about other forms of pagan religions as well. This time it is the Radical Faeries, another group that gets a compassionate and open-minded treatment from Laine. At his side? His fiance', P.I Niall Valentine, who's mind has become more accepting while remaining just as suspicious as it needs to be. They are a great combination..."
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Rating: 4 stars out of 5
For the full review visit http://wp.me/p220KL-8wC
From that review: The fourth book in The Wheel Mysteries by Susan Laine, The Disciple, finds Gus Goodwin and Niall Valentine one year into their relationship. Each book in the series is has a Wiccan holiday at its center and for The Disciple, its Lughnasadh or Lammas. I have long adored this series, not only for its characters and its murder mysteries but for its accurate use of the Wiccan religion. Wiccan beliefs are beautifully interwoven throughout the story, including its connections to nature, practices...its a lovely way for those unfamiliar with this religion to meet it. And through Gus Goodwin a Wiccan, whose open mind and sharp intelligence, often brings us into learning about other forms of pagan religions as well. This time it is the Radical Faeries, another group that gets a compassionate and open-minded treatment from Laine. At his side? His fiance', P.I Niall Valentine, who's mind has become more accepting while remaining just as suspicious as it needs to be. They are a great combination..."
For all our reviews, author interviews, and all things books, visit/follow us at http://ScatteredThoughtsandRogueWords...
January 8, 2018
Oh my! I risched to miss this book. Fortunately I did not, and I'm here to write my review ,positive and enthusiastic because I love Gus and Niall very much and naturally the mystery. The ordeal is all tied to new religions as for the previous stories and I'm sad to think to don't read more books about it, and I hope the author will write more, because the topic isn't only interesting but also illuminant. Finally Gus and Niall tyied the knot and the ceremony is so beautiful and moving, so , Mrs Laine would you write again about Gus and Niall? please!
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