Good Days by goldtitaniumman

                                                        Good Days by goldtitaniumman

Being in a support group for PTSD suffers can be a blessing and a curse for Nasir. It's a blessing because he's able to work through his past trauma; and it's a curse because the most handsome man he's ever laid eyes on just happens to be there as well. Nasir knows that trying to start a relationship in his support group may not be the best idea, but he just can't resist the easy rapport he has with Agron....oh, and those dimples are absolutely breathtaking!

This is a short read that gives readers a quick glimpse into the lives of people who are struggling to move forward with their lives. Agron, as you can imagine, is not the easiest person to talk to, but the connection that he and Nasir share is very sweet and endearing. I also appreciated how the author worked some canon elements into the story, particularly when it comes to Agron and Nasir's painful pasts.

~ M

New Release: I Got You by Jamie Lake

When college student Jake is left for dead on the side of the road, he has one thing on his mind: Learn to defend himself against the men that gay bashed him.

And fight back or die trying.

At his sister’s suggestion, he tries self-defense courses. Little does he know when he asks the man to teach him, he'll be guarding more than his body, he'll be guarding his heart.

Aspiring MMA trainer Benjamin is on his last leg, literally. As a wounded warrior, he's scarred from a broken heart that has nearly broken his spirit.

So when Jake approaches him for lessons and tells him his story, it touches his heart.

The more time Jake and Benjamin spend together, the more they realize they’re becoming best friends.

The more time they spend together, the more they realize they can't live without each other.

The more time they spend together, the more they realize they’re falling in love.

But Jake has a secret, one that could change everything....

They’re step-brothers.

Book Review: Long Haul (The Mile High Club #2) by Michael P. Thomas

Flight attendants, Clark Arnold and Tanner Bradac, find themselves on an extended layover in San Francisco when the Supreme Court rules in favor of marriage equality. Riding the high of happiness, the two men venture into the city that seems to be alight with joy and pride.

A misunderstanding, some pushy, but well-intentioned new friends and a simmering attraction for one another lead them to stand before a judge and get married on a whim. Now that they've made a commitment to one another, they must now get to know each other beyond random make-out sessions and work.

I liked the first half of this story and witnessing the surprising union of Clark and Tanner, but once the they were married, the book, in my opinion, loses its steam until the final act. Clark and Tanner were very compatible physically, but once they had to settle down and live day-to-day life, the cracks in their hasty marriage showed. I liked the characters, but this book glaringly proves that getting to know someone in a relationship is very important. I felt a little let down that one person had to give up his dreams because the other refused to budge in his stance. I immediately thought about the old adage "set in his ways" and feared that this couple probably wouldn't make past their two-year anniversary.

2.5 stars

                          A copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest review.

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JMS Books | Amazon

~ M

I Don't Do Boyfriends, Except You by HoneyBadgerInHanover

I Don't Do Boyfriends, Except You by HoneyBadgerInHanover

After getting their tests at the clinic, doctors discover that Oliver does not have HIV, but something else. Something that could take his life away much faster, and now Connor is trying his best to keep positive, but the weight of reality is sinking down on him...he just can't lose Oliver. He can't.

Oh my goodness! I think my heart was in my throat throughout most of this story. HoneyBadgerInHanover wrote a wonderful story that will have you engrossed in the lives, emotions and tribulations of Oliver and Connor. I loved how Connor's friendship with Michaela was portrayed and how much she supporter her colleague and friend. I highly recommend this read! It's heavy on the angst, but don't let that deter you. It's beautifully written and worth your time!

~ M

I ❤ Yaoi: Horror Movie Night!! by ciao.baby (Free! Doujinshi)

Good morning fellow yaoi lovers! This week's feature is the Free! doujinshi, Horror Movie Night!! by ciao.baby!

Always being afraid of horror movies has become quite troublesome for Rei and Makoto, especially when they hang out with Haru and Nagisa. To help overcome their fear, they decide to rent a couple horror films and watch them together. Hopefully they'll be able to get past their extreme dislike for scary things, and strength in numbers always helps. When things get particularly intense, Rei and Makoto end up turning to each other for a special kind of comfort.

This doujinshi was actually quite cute. Seeing Makoto and Rei struggle with the horror movies was hilarious and endearing, and what happens next is definitely a treat! Give this dj a try!

Read Horror Movie Night!! here.

~ M

A Craving for Potato Pancakes by Cheryl1964

A Craving for Potato Pancakes by Cheryl1964

When Agron has to cancel their romantic evening due to work, Nasir begrudgingly settles in for a microwave dinner and a little tv. He's nearly knocked off his feet when he turns on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and sees Agron's doppelganger!

This is an adorable one-shot that I thoroughly enjoyed. Everyone was excited to see Dan Feuerriegel on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. a few weeks ago, so how would it play out if Nasir also happened to be watching? Give this sweet story a try! You won't be disappointed!

~ M

Blog Tour: Long Haul by Michael P. Thomas

Title: Long Haul
Author: Michael P. Thomas
Series: The Mile High Club, book two
Genre: Gay Romance, Contemporary
Length: Novella (62 pages)
Publisher: JMS Books

Synopsis
Flight attendant Tanner Bradac and his occasional make-out buddy Clark Arnold find themselves on a layover in San Francisco on the day the U.S. Supreme Court legalizes same-sex marriage. Tanner is as happy about the ruling as any of his Facebook friends rainbowing up their profile pictures, it just doesn’t affect him personally—he doesn’t even have a boyfriend. Color him surprised, then, when he and Clark get caught up in the celebratory spirit of the day and return home as lawfully wedded husbands.

The wedding may have been a last-minute light-hearted lark, but Tanner and Clark are willing to give marriage a go. Tanner loves Clark—at least, he really wants to love Clark—and he figures the rest should just fall into place. How hard can being married to a guy you barely know really be?

Short Blurb: On the day the Supreme Court legalizes same-sex marriage, Tanner Bradac doesn’t even have a boyfriend, so you can imagine his surprise when he and his buddy Clark get carried away by the celebratory spirit of the day and wind up lawfully wedded husbands. The wedding may have been a light-hearted lark, but Tanner and Clark are willing to give marriage a go.

After all, how hard can it be?

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