Finding Me by Chris Breaux

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Kye has convinced himself that he has it all. Or at least all he wants. He owns his own business and has a loving family that he created himself. If he is troubled by his lack of a social life, all he must do look at the gay dating scene in his small town to remember why. He wants a partner, not a hookup.

Wealthy, handsome businessman Seth has managed to carve out two different lives for himself. As the heir to his daddy’s fortune, he works in his dad’s business directing the company’s philanthropy department while dating beautiful women. As a gay man, he quietly satisfies his longing for men through a string of one-night stand hookups far away from prying eyes.

When these two meet, both men must decide whether their very different outlooks on life leave any room for love to shine through.

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Chris Breaux's Finding Me is a riveting read. 

It all starts with a bang, as Kye is a man with nightmares. Both he and Seth have upsetting backgrounds. They are opposites, with their rich versus poor statuses showing, and being an obstacle between them. There's an instant attraction between the two but they don't have an easy ride ahead of them. 

Kye grew up in foster care, spent most of his life with no family, until finally finding one with some supportive brothers, who add a lot to the story. His experiences include being attacked and abused as a homeless street kid. He's a survivor who I can't help but to admire for his strength. 

And then there's Seth who never had a choice in life. His father rules his every decision, controlling him with his homophobic views. One wants to pull Seth from his life, but he already has major abandonment issues and just can't risk losing his father.

This is a tale with self worth issues, as the two men help one another to find a purpose in life. It's a fast read with easy to love characters. The author includes hate crimes, abuse, and attacks to up the angst. In addition, there's a stalker who adds some danger and suspense. 

Finding Me is a sweet mystery/romance as Kye and Seth both want one another, yet have a long journey to feel worthy of that kind of love. Chris Breaux guides these men to find a true sense of family, and it's a decent read by this debut author.

Love Times Three (Trillium Creek Book 2) by Silvia Violet

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If you love something let it go...
Brett thought letting Ryder go was the best way to show how much he loved him. Ryder would be free to find an omega and start the family he’d always wanted. Ryder doesn’t want anyone but Brett, and he will do whatever necessary to convince him they belong together.

If it comes back to you…
Cam is on the run from his pack. He’s not looking for love, but when he’s rescued by Brett, his childhood crush, he realizes those feelings he had for his former packmate haven’t faded. Then fate steps in when Cam meets Ryder, Brett’s alpha mate, and a bond is formed. Cam tries to fight his attraction to both men, but the pull he feels toward them may prove too strong.

It’s yours…
Ryder knows Cam is the omega he and Brett need to complete their dream of happily ever after. He’s their missing piece, and it will take them both to convince Brett the three of them belong together

Love times Three is an age gap, shifter mpreg romance with a loving beta, a feisty omega, and an alpha who longs to care for them both. This is the second book in the Trillium Creek series. Book 1 is Love and Long Last.

Review 

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Silvia Violet's Love Times Three is part of her Trillium Creek series.

I rarely read shifter tales, but I took a chance on this one since I love menages, as well as Silvia Violet. And I am glad I did. It's definitely a good shifter romance.

Cam ran away from his ex and his pack but is still in danger from his ex. Luckily for him, Brett has rescued him and is helping him hide. Cam grew up crushing on Brett, but Brett and Ryder have always been destined to be together. Things get interesting the instant that Ryder and Cam meet. The chemistry is intense as they are obviously fated mates, clearly making for an interesting twist on a typical Omegaverse romance. 

Besides the great romance, I enjoy the fresh look at life that Cam gets in this new clan. It's nice seeing him achieve freedom and an equal status. My heart hurts for the life he had in his old pack. Now he's able to start over on a new path and a new life, in a place where omegas have choices and rights.

As I'd expect from Silvia Violet, the characters are interesting, and the story is well developed, hot and steamy. It's a nice story of healing and hope. It's a story of standing up for what's right, both in one's own life and with love. Of course, one of my favorite parts is the way Brett deals with everything when Ryder meets Cam.

If you life shifter romance, be sure to check out Love Times Three. And if, like me, you don't love shifters, but love Silvia Violet, I also recommend this read.

SERIES TOUR - Bodyguards Inc Series by RJ Scott

Bodyguards to a Sex God 

(Bodyguards Inc #1)

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Bodyguard Adam Freeman draws what everyone else thinks is the short straw at the convention for a procedural cop show - as bodyguard to TV actor Logan Brady. Or as the Internet has labelled him, Logan 'Sex God' Brady.

Logan is taking part in a convention at a London Hotel for his show 'Night Cop' and someone is threatening his life.

Adam gets more than he bargained for when his client combines coming out of the closet with them both trying to stay alive.

Review

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Bodyguard to a Sex God is an entertaining action/romance by RJ Scott. 

Adam and Logan meet when Adam is hired to be Logan's bodyguard. Logan's been getting threats, and he's also struggling with being closeted and having to keep up the pretend girlfriend ruse. Of course, we end up with a fantastic bodyguard/charge romance.

There's some secrets, attraction, suspense, and I loved every minute. It's riveting and you won't want to put it down. Adam turns out to be way more than just another "pretty boy" and can't help but to be attracted to him. 

The stalker parts are written well, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you on your toes. Of course, crossing the line between bodyguard/charge to lovers certainly will always make things less secure. 

I adore Logan and Adam together. They're cute together, and things progress at a great pace. The sex scenes are hot, and steamy.

I love the scenes with the fans, as I've been to events similar to those described.


If you enjoy bodyguard romances, Bodyguards to a Sex God is sure to please!

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The Ex Factor

(Bodyguards Inc #2)

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When Bodyguard, Ben Collins, finds Daniel Lincoln in a room, hiding and hurt, he doesn't immediately think Daniel is the victim of abuse. Daniel is good at pretending and being a finalist in a TV singing competition he seems like he has it made.

But something about Daniel calls to Ben's need to protect and he hands Daniel a card to contact him if ever Daniel needed help. Abruptly, after one frightened phone call from Daniel, Ben is racing to Daniel's aid and what he finds is a horror he can't imagine.

Daniel is trapped in a relationship where anger and controlling hate are the only emotions he is given. When his boyfriend crosses the line and leaves Daniel vulnerable and broken there is only one man that he wants to call.

The sexy bodyguard who promised he could help him.

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

The Ex Factor, book two in RJ Scott's Bodyguards Inc series, is fantastic.

Ben meets Daniel while Daniel's a contestant on a TV Singing competition. He sees things about Daniel that are off, but he's not quite sure what is happening. 

When Daniel contacts Ben later, he is at rock bottom. The level of abuse from his boyfriend has escalated and Daniel wants help. 

What follows is a beautiful story of Daniel falling for Ben who's now his bodyguard. It's tender and romantic, along with scary and suspenseful. Daniel's ex is not going to back away easily, posing danger to Daniel in multiple ways. 

I love the way Daniel feels for Ben. Their relationship ends up being so emotional and I loved every moment.

I love The Ex Factor, and I highly recommend this Bodyguards Inc series. I am elated to have finally discovered this amazing series.

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Max and The Prince

(Bodyguards Inc #3)

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Bodyguard Max Connery is used to being mistaken for being younger than he is.

Being carded every time he buys a beer is usual. Even though he's just turned twenty eight and has two tours in Afghanistan as a pilot under his belt.

When a threat is made on the life of a prince attending University in the UK, Max is the perfect choice to blend in with the mixed house of students and to keep Prince Lucien safe. Even if it means joining the swim team to be by his side.

But, when death visits the halls, abruptly this job is a long way past keeping the prince happy and safe. Instead Max has to keep Lucien alive.

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Max and The Prince, is the third book in RJ Scott's Bodyguard Inc series. 

It will keep you guessing, keep you invested in the events, and you'll fall in love with Max and Lucian. They are so damn sweet together. I adore Lucien for just wanting someone to see the real man beneath the title. And Max definitely took his time falling for him, but it's perfectly done. 

The plot definitely has it's share of twists and turns, leaving the reader guessing. There are dead bodies, attacks, and a stalker to deal with, keeping the action flowing.

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Undercover Lovers

(Bodyguards Inc #4)

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Even if Ross and Kyle make it out of this alive, will the secrets in Kyle's heart stay safe? Kyle gets caught up in a case that is entirely unrelated to Bodyguards Inc. Not only does he abruptly need time off, but he has to have absolute trust and complete support from Ross without being able to tell Ross a thing.

CIA Agent Stefan Mortimer needs Kyle's help with a case of a geneticist and a missing formula. Trouble is being led right to Kyle’s door, endangering the life of the team he has built and the man that he loves.

Going undercover, with Ross as his fiance, is the worst kind of torture in so many ways, but it is the only answer. Kyle and Ross may well live through this but Kyle is convinced his heart won't survive.

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

In Undercover Lovers, we get Kyle's story, which I was so excited to read. 

Kyle's been in love with Ross, but Ross is oblivious. Now they're off on an undercover assignment as newlyweds. Yes please! 

I love these two men together. The uncertainty, the longing, ahh. The work case is different that the others, but it's still fun and full of drama. It'd definitely a great read!

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Love's Design

(Bodyguards Inc #5)

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Can Christmas be the time when Kirby finally stops running and allows himself to fall in love with the man who saves his life?
CIA Agent Stefan Mortimer is cooling his heels in the UK until he can go home. Taking on easy assignments with Bodyguards Inc. seems like a good solution to keep him sane. He's used to life throwing him curveballs, and it’s just another day at the office when he rescues Kirby Devlin and his niece and nephew. Now he has to keep Kirby and the kids alive and stay professional.

Kirby Devlin has one priority; keeping his small family safe. On the run, and facing danger at every turn, Kirby finally runs out of places to hide on a snowy December day at an Edinburgh train station. Stefan comes to the rescue, saves him and the children. Is it possible that Kirby finally has someone to trust?

Now, if only it would be as easy for Kirby to trust Stefan with his heart.

Review 

My Rating - 3 Stars!

Love's Design took me a while to get into, both the storyline and the romance. But, I did start to enjoy this one too. Stefan's a bodyguard who ends up helping out Kirby and his family. It's a sweet, slow burn, with a great ending. And, bonus points, it takes place at Christmastime. 

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Kissing Alex

(Bodyguards Inc #6)

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Martial arts expert Lewis is the kind of bodyguard who slips under most people’s radar. Quiet, reserved, but constantly on alert, he’ll do his job, keep his charges safe, then relax by reading Shakespeare in his spare time.

When he’s given a case involving a spoiled celebrity singer, Lewis isn’t all that impressed. The job is nothing but babysitting a pretty boy, and he’s used to diplomatic postings with depth and challenge. What could he possibly have in common with the man he’s being forced to look after?

Alex became the envy of many when he and his fellow bandmates won second place in a huge TV talent show. He has more money than he knows what to do with, no life goals, an ex-boyfriend selling a sex tape and now, someone who wants him dead, or at the very least maimed.

Can Lewis keep Alex safe, even when things usually in his control go to hell? Is running to a remote Scottish island the only way for them to stay alive?

Review 

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Kissing Alex is the 6th book in the Bodyguards Inc series, and it's sweet with a little bit of angst. A bodyguard and a boy band member who needs to hide out for a bit. Sign me up! 

Lewis is hired to protect Alex, taking him away to his remote island to hide out. 

Lewis is a loyal man, dedicated to his family's land and protective of his harges. His family are entertaining and a good addition to the story.

Alex is a good guy, really likes his musical career, dancing included. He's out, but everything has to be on the down-low, which is highly frustrating. I enjoy that he's a nice guy and not a spoiled ass.

The island and all of it's charm are well written and an important character on it's own. I really enjoyed this part, especially the way Alex falls in love with the island too.

It's a slow burn romance entwined with a light action/suspense plot, as the people after Alex are a crime family. And yes, there is a kilt scene!

Kissing Alex definitely holds up to the rest of the books in the series, and I am happy to have discovered these books.