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MaryAnn’s Reviews

Review: Raphael’s Rescue – C.J. Dragon

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Raphael's Rescue - C.J. Dragon

Genre: Sci-Fi, Romamce LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book In an infinity of starlight, through anguish and betrayal, can love still shine? Raphael Lewis of the Mars Colony wanted nothing more than to fly his ship, Agatha, and to remain with his family. Lord Teo of the Chi’NoSa had other ideas. On a routine trip to the asteroid belt, Raphael and Agatha are injured by a Chi’NoSa ship. After healing, he is held prisoner by the Chi’NoSa Lord Teo. Unsure what is wanted from him, and unfamiliar with Chi’NoSa protocol, Raphael only wishes to … Read more

Review: Sundowners – R.L. Merrill

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Sundowners - R.L. Merrill

Genre: Paranormal, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book From the author of the supernatural suspense series Gifted (Healer, Connection) comes a new queer paranormal romance series. Praise for Connection: “The romance element is complemented nicely by the relentless action and adventure throughout, creating an emotionally intense and page-turning narrative…A fast-paced and fun fusion of supernatural romance and mainstream thriller.” ~Kirkus Vampire Creed Lowell drifts from town to town working with the elderly as a night nurse and looking to avenge his harrowing past. His youth and vitality make him a favorite of his … Read more

Review: Queer Weird West Tales Anthology

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Queer Weird West Tales Anthology

Genre: Weird Westerns, Anthology LGBTQ+ Category: Ace, Bi, Gay, Gender Fluid, Lesbian, Trans FTM, Trans MTF Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Frontiers have always attracted the Other – where they find that the Other is always already there. These 22 stories explore what happens when queer characters encounter weirdness on the edge of the worlds they know. Authors include: Julie Bozza, J.A. Bryson, Dannye Chase, S.E. Denton, Miguel Flores, Adele Gardner, Roy Gray, KC Grifant, Peter Hackney, Bryn Hammond, Narrelle M Harris, Justin Warren Jackson, Toshiya Kamei, Catherine Lundoff, Bunny McFadden, Angus McIntyre, Atlin Merrick, Eleanor … Read more

Review: A Feast of Panthers – Sean Eads

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The Feast of Panthers - Sean Eads

Genre: Historical, Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Oscar Wilde is pulled into a dark conspiracy led by followers of an ancient Egyptian deity seeking to reestablish her terrifying religion—and she wants Wilde to be her new high priest. But Wilde does not stand alone, and as the coming conflict reveals stunning secrets about those closest to him, he realizes his greatest ally happens to be his fiercest nemesis—the Marquess of Queensberry. The Review Qui patitur vincint – “He conquers who endures” Oscar Wilde has become obsessed with “Stephen,” who he’s heard of … Read more

Review: Goddess of the Ancients – Roan Rosser

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Goddess of the Ancients - Roan Rosser

Genre: Urban Dark Fantasy, Horror LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book The neon lights of Las Vegas mask the horrors hiding in the shadows. Horrors like my ancient vampiric maker, the Goddess Tawaret. Tawaret promises me power in exchange for helping her. She wants to be worshiped again, and has me gathering vampire followers. My boyfriend, Jack, tries to warn me about her, but I don’t listen. Too late, I realize my mistake in accepting. Now there is no escape. After the slaughter she left behind in Portland, no one wants to risk her … Read more

Review: SurReality – Matt Doyle

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SurReality - Matt Doyle

Genre: Horror LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Tony Cork and Benny Marks were ‘The Princes of UK Paranormal Television.’ Then, while investigating an urban legend for their 2015 Christmas Special, the couple found themselves torn apart by tragedy. Told through a series of blog posts written by the fans that loved them, this is Tony and Benny’s story. Three murders over three days, the same time every year. These were the final days of the paranormal investigative show, SurReality. The Review “SurReality” is a very eerie tale, told with bloggers’ perceptions of an urban … Read more

Review: I’m the Last Face You’ll Ever See – Matt Converse

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I'm the Last Face You'll Ever See

Genre: Horror LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Take a terrifying look inside the twisted mind of a serial killer in this modern day nod to Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho. Sean’s nightmares seem psychically connected to Stephen, a loner who lives in the back of the building. After several grisly murders including a dead body reveal like no other, Sean and best friend Anna set out to expose him as the killer despite warnings from Anna’s boyfriend Danny. The killer speaks directly to the reader and lives by the chilling words he tells his victims, … Read more

Review: The Price of Surrender – C.J. Dragon

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The Price of Surrender - CJ Dragon

Genre: Sci-Fi, Romance LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book The war with the Daranii, instigated by Earth, was short and brutal. Outgunned by superior weapons, the obliteration of the military outpost on Jupiter’s moon, Io, ended with Earth’s unconditional surrender. Captain Jonathan Thomsin of the warship Excalibur was the only Captain of Earth’s combined forces to successfully destroy Daranii ships, not by confronting them, but with guerilla warfare. Outraged by Thomsin’s dishonorable tactics, the Daranii demand the captain as part of Earth’s reparations to Daran. Captain Thomsin was given to Daran to protect Earth … Read more

Review: Bloodline of the Ancients – Roan Rosser

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Bloodline of the Ancients - Roan Rosser - Changing Bodies

Genre: Urban Fantasy, Vampires LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Sleepwalking may be the death of me… again. I thought things would get better now that I no longer had assassins after my head. Although it’s fun eating people who misgender me, I’m just so thirsty all the time. And until I improve, I’m barred from seeing Jack, my were-jackal boyfriend. My babysitter, I mean ‘vampire mentor,’ isn’t much help either. As if things weren’t bad enough, the amulet that started this mess is whispering to me. Calling me somewhere. I think it might … Read more

Review: Double Exposure – Anne Barwell

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Double Exposure - Anne Barwell

Genre: Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy, Mystery/Detective, Romantic Suspense LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Vampires and werewolves live long lives. The Sleepless City saga might have ended but the story continues… Someone is hunting supernaturals. Vampire Simon Hawthorne and his human partner Ben Leyton’s plans for a peaceful holiday with family are hijacked by the New Zealand Supernatural Council. Tensions are on the rise in Wellington. Supernatural councillors are disappearing. Werewolves are suspicious of anyone human or vampire. If they don’t work together, their enemy has already won. And no one with a connection … Read more