Sounds of Love (Senses and Sensations #1) & Love in Plain Sight (Senses and Sensations #2) by Susan Laine

What does love sound like? If you hear it, will you heed its call?

Police officer Jordan Waters is recovering from a shooting by moving to a new apartment in a new town and taking a new job. In other words, he’s lonely. His first instinct is to relieve his anxiety through uncomplicated sex—until he meets a man so far out of his league and experience that he stumbles for the first time.

Police volunteer Sebastian Sumner may be deaf, but his spirit, openness, and sense of humor give him the strength to get through anything—even the emotional defenses of Jordan Waters. But it’s his own family history that poses the biggest challenge. Can he learn to trust Jordan with his heart, or will his upbringing blind him to the sounds of love?

                                                                  5 STARS

I love this story, the emotion, the action, the romance and of course the sex, but there was just something about this story that captured my attention and refused to let go. I have only one pet peeve and that was the cover the couple on it look like teens not almost thirty year old cops! I just recently bought this book because of another reviewer's um..review you get my meaning right? anyway I had seen this book on amazon countless times but the cover made me think it was a YA book not that I don't read those but this cover didn't make me stop to checkout the blurb. So just to say I love having books referred to me I don't want to miss out on an excellent read. Ok back to this story I loved it did I already say that? Jordan is so snarky & smooth that it was hilarious watching him get taken off his "I'm sexy & I know it" high horse by Sebastian, the chemistry between these two is apparent from the moment they meet. I loved them getting to know one another and adding  Bas' brother "Bro" you gotta read it to get that and Tony Jordan's brother made it a sweet intense little family. There is some emotional drama but it isn't too angsty just enough to make me want to read more which I did by going to buy the next book LOL I Highly Recommend

A Senses and Sensations Story

What does love look like? If you see it, will you give it the attention it deserves?

Police volunteer Sebastian Sumner may be deaf, but he’s strong and capable. He’s been involved with Detective Jordan Waters for a year now. Their relationship hasn’t been smooth sailing, but their love is on solid ground. Too bad their work lives are on shakier soil—Jordan’s is, anyway, as he sets out with his partner to investigate Aldous Henley, a shady art dealer suspected of forgery and smuggling. But proving these crimes and bringing the man to justice is more challenging than Jordan expected.

Before long, Henley isn’t just a work problem. The case consumes Jordan’s attention, and he’s struggling to balance his busy professional life and his equally important private life—especially with a significant anniversary approaching. Love may be in plain sight, but that doesn’t mean it should be taken for granted
                                                                    5 STARS

Ok I still don't like the cover but at least they don't look so young in this one, anyway the second book was just as effing awesome!!!! I truly truly enjoyed this couple I mena they both have some serious issues to deal with but they communicate so well that even though Bas is deaf  it never seems as though he's disabled you know? He's incredibly smart and can take care of himself easily, I just think him & Jordan make one of the sweetest couple I have ever read. I highly highly recommend both books

Spits and Bellows (Midnight Matings #19) by Joyee Flynn

After Huckleberry drank the spiked toast at the UPAC conference, he had but one thought on his mind… Claim a mate. He jumped the first good-looking stranger he didn’t think would eat him, and manic need took over. Unfortunately, the man he picked was less than thrilled.

Peyton just wanted to be left alone and keep to his strict work schedule. Was that really too much to ask? He’d gone to the UPAC conference to get his required attendance for the decade out of the way. He never thought he’d bring anyone home.

But when Huck tries desperately to make up for what he’s done to Peyton and nothing helps, he works himself to exhaustion. And with the strange anger issues and quirks his mate has, he doesn’t see the loving mating he always dreamed of. Will he even last the required four years?

                                                                   4 STARS

I truly enjoyed this Midnight Matings book, it was such a funny start to a matings story with sweet Huckleberry (love that name) mating the first guy that didn't look like he'd eat him. Peyton is a jerk for most of the book but once you meet his parents you understand why he's such an asshole, though that doesn't excuse the way he acts to poor Huck. I really didn't like Peyton till close to the end of the book when he starts to act like a descent guy, but he still should have kicked his brother' ass for the way he treats Huck. It's a good story even though there are parts I wanted to scream at like having to go to Peytons parents house and the crap that they not only put Peyton through but also what they do to Huck. The added BDSM caught me completely off guard but was ok and not drastic, but the story would have been just as good without it too. I  recommend

Pete's Persuasion (Shifters' Haven #7) by Lavinia Lewis

When wolf Pete Johnson hears there has been an explosion at the dancehall he manages, he rushes to the scene with his alpha Kelan. Kelan’s mate Jake had been on his way to Jessie’s dancehall with Tony, a friend visiting from New York who Pete has yet to meet. When they arrive at the scene, amid the chaos, Pete discovers that Tony is his mate. But Tony is human and doesn’t know about the existence of wolves.

As more fires ravage the small town of Wolf Creek, including Kelan’s home – The Crazy Horse ranch - Pete must help find the person responsible while trying to persuade Tony that destiny brought them together and they are made for one another. Can Pete convince his mate and capture the culprit before Tony becomes yet another casualty of the insane wolf, bent on revenge, who has the werewolf population of Wolf Creek running scared?

                                                            4.75 STARS

This is one of those series that I just can't wait to read the next book in, I love that the characters and couples in the previous stories are not forgotten but included in each book, so that we not only get to catch up with them but we seem to learn more about them too. Tony we actually meet in the very first book and I just knew I would adore his character he's funny and fierce all wrapped up in a smaller package. I liked his reaction to finding out about the werewolves and that he questions his friendship since it only makes it stronger. Pete we've met also in previous books he's Kelan's beta and the first time that Pete & Tony meet is after the dancehall blows up can you imagine how Tony feels seeing Kelan eye's and teeth shift then feeding Jake his blood? Yeah I would have freaked too It's all eventually explained and Tony & Pete work on being mates. The action/drama part of this story was exciting as well, it definitely keeps you bouncing on your toes.  I highly recommend

Second Hand (Tucker Springs #2) by Heidi Cullinan & Marie Sexton

Paul Hannon moved to Tucker Springs for his girlfriend, but she’s left him with a house he can’t afford and a pantry full of useless gadgets. All Paul wants is to get back to normal, even if he's not sure what that is anymore. When he wanders into Tucker Pawn for a gift to win her back, he meets El Rozal, pawn shop owner and all-around cynic.

El Rozal doesn’t do relationships, especially not with clueless straight boys still pining for their ex. El may make his living dealing in castoffs, but that doesn't apply to men. Still, when Paul starts clearing out his old life, pawning kitchen equipment he never wanted in the first place, El is drawn to Paul in spite of himself.

Paul and El have nothing in common except a past full of disappointments. There's no reason to believe the two of them could fit, but in El’s line of work, one man’s junk is another man’s treasure. When it comes to love, El and Paul may learn that secondhand doesn't mean second best

                                                                          4.75 STARS

I really enjoyed this couple their friendship and later relationship flowed really well, it didn't feel rushed or forced just very natural. I always love reading a story that seems very relaxed even with the issues (mainly Pauls) that they both deal with. And I'm really loving this town the people in it are so fricking funny, it makes it feel very homey (ok that's probably not a word but oh well) and the research that these wonderful authors did and brought out in this story about El's heritage and his family obligations I found totally and completely fascinating. I always love when I have finished a book and I feel I have learned something in the process.

I had a few issues with Paul and his issues, I mean there are times in this book I really wanted to smack him for being so clueless and don't get me started on Stacey I swear that girl pissed me off so bad and Paul in his cluelessness just lets her get by with it. I was so glad when he pulled his head outta his ass and El was just so adorable he really does try to keep his distance but he falls hard for Paul. And both of their families were so great I loved El's sister she was just to much, his mom even more LOL and I'm glad that El was such a nice guy, it makes you rout for him right off the bat.

I will Highly Recommend and if you haven't read the first book in this series which is Where the Nerves End by LA Witt even though Second Hand can be read as a standalone easily it's a great way to get more of the town.

The Vampire Who Thirsted for a Wolf (Mate or Meal #13) by Scarlet Hyacinth

Blood slave or bonded? It is a question that has hounded vampire Kaname Yamamoto since he first saw werewolf Derek Wade. In all his years as an elder, he’s never experienced such a powerful pull toward anyone. But is their connection just lust, or something more?

Derek’s duty as an Alpha’s son binds him, keeping him from exploring his feelings for Kaname. But he cannot resist his desires, and as he returns into Kaname’s embrace, he realizes he doesn’t even want to. For the first time in his life, he opens his heart and trusts someone with his innermost vulnerabilities.

Even as the two struggle to balance a relationship in a world that still frowns on vampire-shifter cooperation, the tentative alliance between the species is shattered by an unexpected attack. Old wounds are stirred, and Derek’s relationship with Kaname is threatened. Can their bond withstand the weight of divided loyalties?
                                                        3.5 STARS

I'm not sure exactly how I felt about this story, don't get me wrong it was good really it was but it's more about the action/drama storyline then the relationship between Derek & Kaname. I was very surprised by the bad guy in this one didn't see that coming, there's more issues in this one and the ending through me for a loop but it's a good story and we get some new characters but also some of our previous ones too.  I would have liked to get to know Kaname better his character seems so alof that its hard to really like him but I loved Derek he has such a sweet disposition that you just can't help but like him. I will Recommend because I love this series and to enjoy it fully I think you need to read them all preferably in order. 

Lyon's Theorem of Seduction (TomCats #2) by Gale Stanley

TomCats is the hottest gay resort in Key West and the perfect place for Andrew Long to forget his cheating ex-boyfriend.

Sexy tomcat Lyon Nash enjoys his life running the resort he owns with a group of cat-shifters. He's not looking for a mate, but the shy, uptight Andrew ignites a spark that his cat can't ignore.

Captain Jack, the cruise director, is also attracted to Andrew, and he bets Lyon that he can seduce the new guest first.

Lyon puts his Theorem of Seduction to the test and wins the bet. Things heat up between him and Andrew. They have a magical, mutual connection, but their relationship goes south when Andrew finds out about the bet. Once again he's been humiliated and he flies back to New York. At least he's bringing back the stray cat he adopted, but can the feline help him forget the charming cad he left behind
                                                                       4.25 STARS

I love this series I don't know if it's the fact that the shifters are Tomcats or what but this series is not only funny and sexy but has some serious issues it deals with also. Andrew is a sweet guy but he is always forgiving and taking back his cheating lying ex. So he's off to start over and get his life together when he meets Lyon whose a Tomcat shifter but also one of the owners of Tomcats resort too. We met him a little in the first story, but he's working as the bartender when he meets Andrew, he's immediately attracted but feels he has a rep to protect. Anyway along comes Captain Jack (I keep thinking Sparrow after that LOL) and a bet is made, unfortunately Lyon falls hard for Andrew right before the bottom falls out. I truly enjoyed this story I laughed,I cried, I had to take a cold shower (sorry inner perv got out) Ok yes the sex scenes are pretty damn hot (ok you happy now...inner perv smiles) My favorite part in this book was that Andrew finally puts his foot down he's decided he isn't anyone's doormat any longer and I loved how that all came about. Can't wait to read Captain Jack's story next (damn there goes that Pirates theme in my head again) I Recommend.

Be Courageous (Guide to Armageddon #2) by Gabrielle Evans

On the hunt for provisions, Kennedy Colfax falls right into the hands of Prince Julius Marionette. Surprisingly, the vampire is kind, generous, and noble—so different from the others—and Kennedy soon finds himself enamored with the man.

Though enchanted by Kennedy, Julius remains hesitant, fearful of the repercussions should his intolerant father discover his true feelings. When his secret is revealed and Kennedy is kidnapped, Julius won’t stop until he finds his mate. Unfortunately, rescuing his intended is only the beginning.

Young and impetuous, Kennedy balks at the idea of an eternal binding, while Julius works through feelings of inferiority caused by a lifetime of abuse. When enemies become allies, and friends betray them, it only adds to the strain on their relationship. In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, an internal battle will rage as the pair struggles against their personal demons.

War is easy. Love takes courage
                                                                    3.75 STARS

This one is book 2 in the Armageddon series (anyone else hear Def Leppard in your head whenever you say that?) it's Kennedy whom I adored and Julius whom I liked for most part story. I liked the storyline very well and the action scenes were pretty damn good my biggest issues with this book was Julius in the previous book I really liked him and couldn't wait to read this one but in Be Courageous I gotta say I thought he acted like a wimp for most of the story and Kennedy comes across as the Hero here. First Julius won't stand up to his father not even for his Mate I get that he's suffering but I honestly got the feeling he was whining too much I really wanted to smack him, I mean look at what Kennedy goes through and he still refuses to give up. It felt like a completely different character from what we learned of him in the first book. They did have chemistry and some sweet moments, but it was lost on me with Julius. I will recommend because Kennedy makes this story pop and very enjoyable.