The Gorgon Agenda (SPI Files #8) by Lisa ShearinUrban FantasyReleased January 24, 2023 Reviewed by Kate The Gorgon Agenda is the eighth installment in Lisa Shearin’s SPI Files. There are very few urban fantasy series that I have stuck with as long as this one, and it continues to deliver an enjoyable read each time I pick up the latest installment, including this one. It is hard in a longer running series to keep things fresh, but The Gorgon Agenda expands on the mythology of Continue Reading
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Review: The Solstice Countdown by Lisa Shearin
The Solstice Countdown by Lisa Shearin (SPI Files #7) Urban Fantasy March 9, 2021 Self-published Reviewed by Kate “You make me weak in the knees, and not in a good way. One of these days, your cockiness is gonna backfire, and if it doesn’t get you killed, I’ll do it.” “You’ll be standing in a long line,” he murmured. Reading the latest SPI Files novel is like visiting old friends. I have been reading Lisa Shearin's books for over a decade now - starting with her Raine Benares novels, Continue Reading
Review: Night Shift by Nalini Singh, Ilona Andrews, Lisa Shearin, and Milla Vane
Night Shift by Nalini Singh, Ilona Andrews, Lisa Shearin, and Milla Vane Urban Fantasy Ebook, Anthology, 384 pages November 25, 2014 Berkley Reviewed by Tori Four masters of urban fantasy and paranormal romance plunge readers into the dangerous, captivating world unearthed beyond the dark... New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh delivers a smoldering story with Secrets at Midnight , as the scent of Bastien Smith’s elusive lover ignites a possessiveness in him that’s as Continue Reading
Review: The Grendel Affair by Lisa Shearin
The Grendel Affair (SPI, #1) By Lisa Shearin Urban Fantasy Paperback, 292 pages January 7, 2013 Ace Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “In case of emergency, lift shirt, pull .44” Meet Makenna Fraser. Recently arrived in NYC and looking to spread her wings, she is instead recruited by the SPI (Supernatural and Protection Investigation). Makenna is a seer, a rarity in the paranormal world that leaves her feeling rather cosseted by the agency. Kept on the side lines with no defense Continue Reading
January Mini Reviews
Mandi: Relay by Layla Reyne M/M Contemporary Grade: C- With the Olympics right around the corner, I'm all about an Olympic romance, even though this one takes place in the summer. We have Alex and Dane, who have both made the team for the Olympics as swimmers - but they hate each other. Like, really hate each other. They have a bad history, and now have to train together in the three weeks heading into the Olympics. Alex sees Dane as the charmer, all-american who gets everything he Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy… B review – Kairos by Mary Calmes (contemporary mm/helyce) B- review – Earl Interrupted by Amanda Forester (historical/tori) B- review – When A Warrior Woos A Lass by Julie Johnstone (historical/sheena) C+ review – These Wounds Run Deep by Ember Leigh (contemporary/tori) C review – Cake a Midnight by Jessie L. Star (contemporary na/kini) C+ review – Man Card by Sarina Bowen & Tanya Eby (contemporary/kini) Guest Post: Santino Hassell and a Character Interview Continue Reading
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This week at Smexy... A review - Heir of Fire by Sarah J Maas (fantasy/tori) B review - Rock Addiction by Nalini Singh (paranormal/mandi) B review - A Forbidden Rumspringa by Keira Andrews (m/m/mandi) C review - Night's Honor by Thea Harrison (paranormal/tori) C review - Keeping Mr. Right Now by Robin Bielman (contemporary/helyce) C review - Wickedly Dangerous by Deborah Blake (paranormal/tori) D review - All's Fair in Lust and War by Amber Page (contemporary/mandi) Top Ten Reasons Continue Reading
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This week at Smexy… B+ review – Where You Lead by Mary Calmes (m/m) B+ review – The Chocolate Temptation by Laura Florand (contemporary) B- review – The Expert’s Guide to Driving a Man Wild by Jessica Clare (contemporary) C+ review – The Grendel Affair by Lisa Shearin (urban fantasy) C- review – River Road by Jayne Ann Krentz (romantic suspense) C- review – Ruined by Tracey Wolff (erotic) Dark Cravings Blog Tour Feature: Dying to Love her by Dana Lorraine First Three Continue Reading
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This week at Smexy… A- review – Broken Blade by JC Daniels (urban fantasy) B+ review – Bitter Spirits by Jenn Bennett (historical paranormal) B+ review – Back to You by Jessica Scott (contemporary) B review – Before Jamaica Lane by Samantha Young (contemporary) B- review – Rome by Jay Crownover (new adult) C review – The Smuggler Wore Silk by Alyssa Alexander (historical) C- review – Love your Entity by Cat Devon (paranormal romance) C- review – Hope Flames by Jaci Burton Continue Reading
Weekly Wrap-Up
This week at Smexy… A Review – Santa Olivia by Jacqueline Carey A Review – Chase in Shadow by Amy Lane B Review – Heart of Brass by Kate Cross B- Review – Rogues by Ava March B- Review- Embrace of the Damned by Anya Bast C+ Review – In the Company of Witches by Joey W. Hill C+ Review – Angel’s End by Cindy Holby C+ Review – The Origin by Wilette Youkey C Review – Nadia Knows Best by Jill Mansell D Review – Blood on the Bayou by Stacey Jay May wants ‘More Continue Reading