A fantastic collection by some amazing authors. I really enjoyed this collection of romances, especially with the sci-fi touch. There is something for everyone here, M/F, M/M, Reverse Harem and many more. Here are a couple of the stories that stood out to me personally:
The Alien and The Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie I am so in love with mm romance and this story really interested me. The concept of Leilphun being a “warrior” and he kind of grows into this being to help defend and protect Kasper. I love the attachment Kasper forms for Leilphun and the drama that unfolds while Kasper tries to merge the two empires.
Chastity Unchained by Ashley Amy I did not want this to end! I need more of Harker, Zaron and Chan! First the fact they Harker is a plus size beauty drew me in immediately, and then 2 hot aliens want her, cherry on top. They seem to only need Chastity to procreate for their own species, together, but I sense by the end both of them want more from her. I absolutely loved how strong Harker is and how she talks back to both men with no fear.
Taken by the Asian by Elizabeth Dunlap I loved this story so much! Raza and Lux are so perfect together. This M/M relationship was steamy, nerve wracking, heartbreaking at one point, and everything I could want. It was nice to see Lux finding someone that could satisfy him and that he felt a connection with after not finding what the was looking for, for so long. Raza, he’s got secrets, and when Lux finds out what they are it sparks a beautiful fire in their relationship.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2023-05-13 08:57:282023-05-13 08:57:28Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Carrie Reed
Aliens On Earth is a fantastic collection of short sci-fi romance stories from some incredibly talented authors. This book contains 36 captivating stories- so there are many hours of engrossing reading to be had and there’s definitely something here to suit all sci-fi romance lovers. There are a huge variety of stories here with a plethora of interesting human and alien characters who are all so diverse and wonderfully crafted into unique individuals who you will find so easy to connect with. So, get comfortable and settle in for some wonderful reading set to captivate you through every page. I really enjoyed a few hours exploring this wonderful anthology, and I am sure that you will love this collection just as much as I have! I won’t review every book, even though I enjoyed them all, as that would take forever for you to read- so I will choose just a few of the ones that stood out for me to give you a bit of an idea of what you might find between these covers.
The Collection Contains:
–Alice’s Illusions By: Maya Black
–The Chosen By: Tori Kellett
–The Alien and the Crime Boss By: Naomi Valkyrie This is a well-woven sci-fi mafia MM romance with aliens, action, adventure, danger, high stakes, suspense, agendas, fated mates, and much more. Leilphun escapes his home world and arrives on earth and into a situation he never anticipated. Kasper Kingston has a plan and can’t afford any distractions or mistakes- but fate has its own agenda. I loved this story so much. Loved the characters, the world-building, and other clever touches, and although this is a short story, it has the impact of a much longer novel. Definitely one of my favourites of this collection. Can always count on Ms. Valkyrie for an original and captivating read.
–Dark Thief By: Melissa Riddell
–Mated to the Serpent Prince By: J.C. Brown & Lena Lane
–Exiled By: Aurora Hunter -Her Alien Rock Star (Her Alien Hero Series Book #1) By: Elle Ryan This is the shortest story in the collection, but never-the-less left quite an impression on me. AJ is out with friends when a surprising blast form the past brining unresolved emotions bubbling to the surface. Ceol is the sexy intergalactic superstar that left AJ to go on tour with his band and never came back. She was always on his mind, and he always hoped that they would reconnect. Now they have a second chance- can he convince her that they belong together? A sweet, hot and steamy second chance alien romance. I will definitely be keeping my eye out for the rest of this story/series. *Special mention to the ‘special appendage/s’
–Taken By the Asani By: Elizabeth Dunlap This is a cute, sweet, sexy, and very steamy MM sci-fi romance with an arranged marriage aspect that gave this story an extra element of interest with lots more to keep you engrossed the whole way through. Lux and Raza were so perfect for each other. I was rooting for them right from the get-go. This is also a first for me- with the MPreg element, as I had never read one before and wasn’t sure I would ‘like’ that element in a story, but after this story I might just be a convert now. Another stand-out in this collection.
–Xalan Claimed By: A.J. Mullican I really enjoyed this sexy story. It is a sci-fi romance with plenty of humour, banter, steam, and a touch of destiny. Amber’s been burned by love- so after she caught her husband cheating, she filed for divorce and moved into a cabin on a lake and proceeded to make a comfortable, although lonely, life for herself. What happens when a sexy alien literally crashes his ship into the lake right off her pier? Well get set for things to take a sizzling turn. The language barrier definitely added humour to the whole encounter. And his special appendages certainly grabbed Amber’s (and my) attention. The story is set to continue in the full novel set to release in Fall, as this was an enticing teaser. I will definitely be grabbing a copy when it releases to continue Amber and Q’on’s story.
–Nova Lost By: Kerry Keller & Kira Roman
–Haven On Earth By: K. Rose
–Her Secret Alien By: Susanna Eastman
–A Ruthless Bargain (Alien Enforcers Book #1) By: Zadie Fox
–A Mate For Haax (Mated to the Grekarian Series Book #2) By: Evie Burks
–Rebel Mate By: K.O. Newman & Miri Stone
–Prometheus Bound By: Mariah Thayer
–Chastity Unchained By: Ashley Amy This turned out to be quite an intriguing sci-fi story- with so much potential for a bigger impact- so I really hope this is just a taste of a longer story/series that will be releasing in the future, because I was completely invested in the story and the characters, but felt it ended a little abruptly. Harker is an exotic dancer who arrives at a club to catch up with her best friends after enduring a day from hell as first she catches her boyfriend cheating, and then one of her clients drops dead. But her night is about to take a turn for the worse when she and her friends are abducted by aliens who need some humans to breed with. What happens makes for a sexy read. Looking forward to more, hopefully.
–Her Virgin Alien- A Steamy Sci-Fi Time Travel Alien Romance By: Mariyam Hasnain
–My Boss is An Alien By: Ashlyn Hawkes
–Lovin the Alien Exile By: K.N Fray
–Representing the Alien Bride Lottery By: Margo Bond Collins What happens when a group of terrorists attack the Annual Holiday Ball at the Khanavain Earth Embassy and hold everyone hostage? Join Aarek and Vivian as they try to save the day. This was such a great story- full of action, danger, drama, tension, chemistry, and spice. I will definitely be exploring more of the Alien Bride Lottery series- I can feel a book-binge coming on.
-Just a Space Fling By: Nyx Black & Lor Nicole
–Cookie For the Space Man By: Star Wing
–The Trouble With Aliens By: Tricia Schneider
–Red Stars Crossed (Dragonfire Soul Mates Book #1) By: London Kemaker
–Alien Prince By: Daniel Jacks I always enjoy Ms. Jack’s stories, and this one was no exception. Naomi and Zenith drew me into their story and held me captive right through to the end. Woven with drama, danger, chemistry, and the fate of the world at stake, these two took me on quite the adventure. Looking forward to more from Ms. Jacks.
I jumped into this book not really knowing what to expect except that they were all sci-fi/alien romances. But I soon discovered that all the stories are really quite wonderful and engrossing, with fantastic plots, varied characters who are complex and fully developed- and each story was really well crafted. Not only did I get to read work from some favourite authors- I also got to explore the work of many new to me authors and found a slew of new books to add to my TBR, so colour me one happy little bookworm. There are some intriguing storylines, interesting characters, very suspenseful moment and surprising developments; some funny, light-hearted and touching moments; as well as some hot, steamy, and spicy times. Not to mention more than a few ‘interesting’ appendages to add extra ‘zing’ to the collection. I highly recommend this anthology. You won’t regret buying this collection, it is worth every cent of the purchase price- 36 books for the price of one! Now that’s a real bargain! Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-05-12 23:41:342023-05-22 20:58:03Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Angela Hayes
A composition of many stories, intriguing, mysterious, and romance. Some stories do contain triggers of abuse ( SA & PA). Stories containing such detail to elicit emotions from you; fear, intrigue, wonder. It’s all here. Each story varying with its own telling keeps your captivated for days. Ready for a new one ? Keep scrolling. Determine your day by which book you’ll adventure through next
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maikalanihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaikalani2023-05-11 23:21:462023-05-12 13:47:56Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Maikalani Alexander
This is a brilliant collection of short fantasy stories that are perfect for quick but interesting reads. I have enjoyed so many of these books but I think my favourite has to be the Naomi Valkyrie story. It connect with the story instantly and could not put it down once I had started reading. I am a huge fan of this author and this book is the perfect example as to why! Overall I think this has been a great book. I have loved discovering so many new authors and cannot wait to explore some of them in much more detail.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-05-10 09:59:522023-05-10 12:31:30Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Kerry Baker
his is a great collection of short stories by a lot of great authors. Each story is unique and full of entertainment. There is something for everyone and also great new authors. Stories that are engaging with characters that will pull you into their world and keep you wanting more. One of my favorites is by Naomi Valkyrie. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading and have read all of her books. She never fails to take me on an adventure and this one is no different. You don’t want to miss this anthology for sure. I know you will find something that will make your day. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-05-10 07:52:122023-05-10 12:31:41Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Quite the interesting anthology of romantic stories of aliens and humans in romance here on earth. I read Alice’s Illusions by Maya Banks and The Alien & The Crime Boss by Naomi Valkyrie.
Alice’s Illusions is like a psychotic stalker/thriller. I wished there was a little more alien to the story then just haunted stalker feel. Overall, it’s a good thriller story that you might want to have a light on while you read because it’s a little spooky with your romance. Alice ind Hal feel like a bad trip from the rabbit hole. Try out the story anyway because Alice is full of surprises and she shows them as the story goes on.
The Alien & Crime Boss was a surprising story. A M/M romance that has the alien busting out his warrior to protect the crime boss. Can’t give away to much but it’s a story full of drama, adventure and some out-of-this world romance.. Watching this story develop gave insight to seeing two new cultures come together. It was a good story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2023-05-10 06:55:332023-05-10 12:31:51Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Shelly Kittell
Aliens on Earth is a part of a limited-edition 12 book romance collection by many wonderful new and USA Today bestselling authors. This collection is full of Sci Fi romantic tales of star-crossed lovers and fated mates that will tantalise and delight you. Travel earth, the universe and beyond and fall in love with kings, princes and warriors who will have you believing in love. Journey along as you are thrown into heart-pounding adventures as they help their alien mates.
Filled with action, excitement, adventure and, of course, romance, these books will take readers on an out-of-this-world journey. With compelling drama and edge-of-your-seat suspense, you won’t want to put these riveting romances down.
There are many, many great stories but I am only going to review a couple. Naomi Valkyries The Alien & The Crime Boss is a MM alien mafia romance tale. – Leilphun is alone and on the run and walking into a brand-new world was safer than staying. Although Earth welcome wagon is not what he expected. Will his rescuer be his ruin or his salvation?
Kasper wants to take over and watching the war means he is on track he just must wait it out. What he didn’t count on was the man he found in the ravine. What he didn’t know was his actions had changed his life. Well worth the read.
Tori Kelletts The Chosen – I have fallen in love with the characters in this book. Mia Knew what her life was meant to be but she had no hope against some of the women chosen. One foiled assassination attempt and her life has forever changed.
I enjoyed Tori’s book and am now off to read more of her work. I certainly hope there is more of these wonderful characters in future books.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-05-10 05:02:372023-05-10 12:32:03Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Jenni Bishop
(Aliens on Earth)In this limited edition collection of romances you’ll find heroes and heroines thrown into heart-pounding adventures as they help their alien mates escape condemnation to exile on Earth, while others settle into a comfortable almost-human existence.
Out of this world romance can be found here on Earth with this limited edition collection of alien romances brought to you by a diverse group of USA Today bestselling authors along side some new and notable voices in the genre.
(The Alien & The Crime Boss)
KASPER KINGSTON
With my plan to weaken the two major crime families set in motion, I retreat to a remote cabin to wait out the destruction and plan my takeover. None of my plans included a man claiming to be from another planet.
Believing he’s been sent to kill me, his ridiculous claim a distraction meant to throw me off, I hold him prisoner. But then he goes and saves my life. Maybe there’s something to this alien thing after all. One thing is certain, my pathway to power just got a whole lot easier with him on my side.
All I have to do now is stay focused on the mission and not get distracted by the allure of my otherworldly hero.
LEILPHUN
After fleeing the authorities on my home planet to avoid the punishment of the fighting arena, I awake on Earth only to find I’ve exchanged one prison for another. The difference is, I can tell the wary human holding me captive won’t harm me. He might be reluctant to believe I’m not human, but deep-down he knows I’m not a threat.
Despite his suspicion, he treats me well and even initiates the betrothal ritual. Which is why when people show up in the middle of the night intending to kill him, I call upon my warrior spirit to defend him; the very warrior spirit I’d sworn never to use, because I fear losing myself to my primal nature.
Now, Kasper has made me a part of his mission to rise to the top; but how can I be certain it’s me he truly wants? What if I’m just a pawn in his struggle for power – only good for my talents, but not worthy of his love?
Naomi Valkyrie, often called a Firebrand Provocateur, brings her unique Autistic perspectives and curiosities to life by weaving tales of deep connection, mystery, and romance. She is inspired by being able to spontaneously create a thought that takes on a life of its own, opening up new adventures for her readers.
The Paranormal Romance and Urban Fantasy realms are particular areas of interest for Naomi as they allow for the vast exploration of magic, adventure, and the impossible while creating diverse characters that her readers connect with on an emotional level.
When she isn’t attending to familial connections, Naomi loves a dark, comfy reading space surrounded by the symbolism of her spiritual archetypes and her daemon/familiars, while she sips her Starbucks tea and immerses herself in imagination.
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Everything changed for Dorian and Augustine the night an assassin made a terrible mistake. As the two men navigate the aftermath, they can’t deny their developing feelings, but a relationship isn’t in the cards. Broken-hearted, they both move on with their lives, believing they’ll never see each other again. Then the unthinkable happens. Three years later, their wives become friends and can’t wait to introduce each other to their husbands. This is the first book that I have read from this author and I fell completely in love. I wasn’t able to put this book down until I had finished the entire thing from the beginning to end. I’m excited to read more of this authors works in the near future. I highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62977437-the-husbands” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Husbands” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1665598201l/62977437._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62977437-the-husbands”>The Husbands</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19564586.Naomi_Valkyrie”>Naomi Valkyrie</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5276193204″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> While on an assignment, Dorian injures someone who is not part of the plan. Dorian pretends to be a physical therapist to help David recover. Dorian is married, but sparks start to fly between him and David. What will happen between these two guys? What about Dorian’s wife? You’ll need to read this one. I could not put this down! <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6813301-tori”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Torimittonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTorimitton2023-01-18 13:26:272023-01-27 07:38:18The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Tori Mitton
This is the first book I have read from this author and wow my mind was blown away. I love a good unique romance story but this book exceeded all my expectations. I was hooked right away and I couldn’t stop until the end. It only took my a few hours to devour this epic story. I can’t wait to see what this author will write next.
Dorian and Augustine met after an accident that brought them together. They helped each other out after the accident which made them become close. Dorian and Augustine started to get real feelings for eachother but they both had a relationship already so they decided to part ways. It is now three years later Dorian and Augustine meet again. They find out that their wives are good friends now. They are both shocked when they are reintroduced to each other once again. Will they follow their hearts this time or is too late?
This was such a great intense romance book. I truly had a hard time putting it down. The author did a great job with the thought process of the storyline, plot, characters etc. As soon as I read the first chapter it had my attention. This book was about how love can be found in unexpected ways. I highly recommend this book.
Dorian is an assassin with a spotless reputation until one night in Miami it all goes wrong, when a stranger walks in front of him as he is just about to take the kill shot, Dorian’s world is plunged into turmoil.
Augustine is in the wrong place at the wrong time and when he is wounded by a stray bullet he wonders how this could have happened, but when the hospital assigns a Physical Therapy trainer to him he starts questioning everything in his life.
I have read some of Naomi’s paranormal books and they are thrilling and sends to magical worlds and realms, so I was a little surprise to read a contemporary Romance book from her. That being said it was still full of the brilliant writing and the story draw you in, the characters are charming and the writing shows the vulnerability of the male characters. I am trying not to give too much away because this is a truly great love story.
Reading this book you will go through the emotions with all the characters and I am glad that you got to find out about all the characters not just Augustine and Dorian. Thank you for a truly brilliant, well written read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2023-01-12 06:13:062023-01-16 15:03:15The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Angela Shirley
What an introduction from a new to me author. I was intrigued by the description and decided to give it a try and I’m not regretting my decision.
You think the book is heading one way and it then takes a turn which I loved. Augustine and Dorian’s lives are changed in a split second and they have no idea the impact for quite some time.
This is definitely not like a book I have read before and I enjoyed that more than I expected to. Hope I get a chance to read more in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2023-01-11 22:42:572023-01-16 15:02:52The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Robin Rankin
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. The Husbands was a great read. The author has great writing skill. So far I can’t choose a favorite for the author.
Augustine was shot in the arm and lost use of it. Now he’s suffering and making everyone else suffer. He doesn’t mean to take it out on his wife. Then he runs into an old friend. The quote I chose for Augustine is: “I’d have slept longer, but the food lured me awake. What do you have planned for the day?”
Dorian takes odd jobs now and again. He really can’t rest until he knows someone is alright. Will he ever be able to do that? The quote I chose for Dorian is: “Successful. Did you do anything interesting while I was gone, besides turn our house into a Halloween playground?”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
Dorian and Augustine are both in Hawaii for their respective jobs when their paths cross. As they are dealing with aftermath of the mistake that has brought them together, they are forced to face their growing feelings for each other. With each of them being married, they decide to part ways.
Years later, after both have moved for their original states, their wives become friends. As they are keeping their feelings hidden while their wives become close, it is only a matter of time before their secrets start to come out. And as they do, there is not telling who will end up hurt. Is there a way for it all to work out?
This was a quick read that I found to be quite interesting. It really focused on the feelings between Dorian and Augustine…and there are a lot. Love, fear, angst, guilt…all those feelings are there. But, once they are all acted upon, will they be hurting others around them? Or continue hurting themselves by keeping them hidden? I found myself emotionally attached to their situation and felt the pain as all the secrets started to unravel. Overall, a good story that I enjoyed reading!
This book was not my usual fare. It delved into topics that I don’t necessarily avoid, but that I don’t go out of my way to seek out. Lately, I have been expanding what I am trying to read and boy am I glad that I did. This book is such a great blend of genres – it touches on the job of assassins, then it goes deep into romance and then touches into polyamory. I truly enjoyed this book because I definitely didn’t know what to expect so I had an empty mind. I truly enjoyed how this book really explored how one untruth can cause a massive ripple effect. This wasn’t the main focus of the book, but I saw how it really resonated throughout. Because of Dorian’s original lie the entire book had many twists and turns and many others were impacted. I love how there was a real reaction to the men and their indiscretion – if you can even call that it. It wasn’t a blow up, but rather it is what I would view as a real reaction – a request for space and time. I definitely recommend this book, especially for those who want a change of pace and a book that is guaranteed not to disappoint.
It felt like it had been far too long since I had read a new book by this author so I was beyond excited to get my hands on this one. I knew from experience to set aside enough time to read this book in one sitting because I wouldn’t be able to put it down, which is exactly what happened! I loved the characters in this book. Dorian and Augustine were absolutely perfect together. They made the book so interesting. The overall premise of the book was fantastic as well. It was well written, exciting and just what I was looking for when I picked up this book. This author really has become one of my favourites and I cannot wait to read even more of her work.
This was an enjoyable and engaging MM romance which had me hooked from start to finish. The intriguing storyline and wonderful characters, in this fairly short read, made this a book that I had trouble putting down. Dorian and Augustine are brought together one night by an assassin who made a terrible mistake. As the men struggle in the aftermath, they begin to develop feelings for each other, however, they are both happily married and so decide to stay away from one another. Although they are both broken hearted they are determined to move on with their lives, after all they will never see each other again. Wrong, three years later and Dorian and Augustine are shocked when their wives become friends and the men are introduced. Of course they can’t acknowledge what they mean to each other, but they also can’t deny their feelings and now that they are in each other’s lives again, thanks to their wives, it’s even more difficult to ignore their connection. The descriptive narrative brought both the setting and characters vividly to life, and made me feel immersed in the story. I was kept happily turning the pages wondering how it was going to end, no spoilers, but I definitely recommend reading this page turner of a book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2023-01-11 16:20:052023-01-16 14:58:03The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This is a really good contemporary romance from an author who is new to me. This author usually writes paranormal romance so this was a first for them too, a new genre/trope. For a first go at writing something new and different, I can honestly say that the author has done a really good job and would do well to write more in this genre in addition to their usual. Dorian and Augustine are brought together as a result of an assassination attempt gone wrong. While helping Augustine to recover, a strong attachment is forged between the two men, however, both men are happily married to beautiful wives that they adore. So what do they do with the growing attraction they have to each other? To answer that question here would result in giving spoilers which I am not going to do. I wouldn’t want to spoil this story for another reader. I would encourage them to give this book a try and find the answer for themselves. In doing so you will find a well written story that flows well and keeps you engaged throughout. I would recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2023-01-11 12:52:192023-01-16 14:55:50The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Karyn Taylor
I absolutely love when books branch out from such a singular, heteronormative style. It’s fantastic to read books that are inclusive. My only complaint with this book was that it was too short!! I’d love to revisit the romances; this would be a great book to create a series! It was a quick entertaining foray into a romance oft not found in novels. Loved it.
The Husbands is an exciting and unconventional romance. I have enjoyed other books by the author – predominantly fantasy – so it was interesting to read her work in a different genre. I particularly enjoyed that it’s very much a bisexual romance. Dorian and Augustine falling for each other doesn’t negate their feelings for their wives. I also enjoyed how much the story is driven by Magnolia and Aubrielle’s friendship! Dorian and Augustine’s complicated history, as well as the secrets they are keeping from each other, add layers of interest to the story. Can they find a way to make things work, or would they have been better off never seeing each other again as they’d originally planned? This is a great read, it gets five stars from me! If you’ve enjoyed other books by this author do give it a try – I enjoy the diverse queer relationships in her books and this story gives you that! And I’d recommend it to fans of LGBT+ romance.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Francis O'Sullivanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFrancis O'Sullivan2023-01-10 12:28:092023-01-16 14:45:21The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Francis O’Sullivan
First, I must say I love this author! Everything I’ve read from them I’ve enjoyed. Although this wasn’t the usual genre that they write, I decided to give it a read just because of who wrote it. I was not disappointed.
The book starts off 3 years in the past. Dorian is in Hawaii for a job. When the job goes wrong, he ends up accidentally hurting Augustine. Feeling guilty, he keeps close by to make sure Augustine is fine. As time goes on, they start to develop feelings. Both men are happily married to their wives and realize that they should go their separate ways before a line is crossed.
Three years later, Augustine and his wife moved to a new town. Little did they know that Dorian also lived in this town. Augustine and Dorian’s wives meet and become fast friends causing the two men to enter back into each other’s lives.
As much as they try to avoid each other, old feelings start to creep back in. The men try to be friends for the sake of their wives.
This was a cute little romance book with a HEA. Even though it is a short read, it is still so emotionally detailed that it sucks you right in. Totally recommend reading this and anything else this author wrote.
Augustine and Dorian are both married to wonderful women. When Dorian accidentally injured Augustine on assignment his guilt leads him to be in Augustine’s life where immediate attraction happens.
The premise of this story had sooo much potential for me. It just felt a tad rushed with some lacking detail to the emotions to pull you into the story.
This wasn’t my cup of tea but I do recommend it if this is your type of read
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allison Davishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllison Davis2023-01-09 08:55:182023-01-16 14:35:07The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Allison Davis
This book was not exactly what I expected. I found the premise very interesting. I loved Dorian’s job and how accepting his wife was. It is great to see that kind of support from a partner. I also thought that Augustine thought to seek counseling and asked his wife to go with him was important. This view of family is important and should be represented in popular media. I hope to read more from this author soon.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00M Policicchiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngM Policicchio2023-01-09 07:38:292023-01-16 14:34:52The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by M Policicchio
While completing an assignment, Dorian accidentally injuries another person. Wanting to ensure that the other person is okay, he disguised himself as a physical therapist to check on the man named Augustine. From the first meeting, Dorian has an attraction to the other man but tries to ignore the feeling mostly because he is married and tells himself that is it because he misses his wife.
The more time they spend together, the growing their feelings become.
The title and premise is what caught my attention. I don’t read a lot of M x M stories because to me, it can be difficult to find good ones. This story was short but it had an emotional impact on me. In a way I feel it was beautifully written and I was curious on how the story would play out. On how Augustine would react if he ever found out the truth about Dorian and how they met.
I have to say this book isn’t my usual genre to read but I thought I would give it a go as I’m familiar with the author and have enjoyed her previous work and I have to say this is probably one of my favourite stories from her. The connection between the characters was just amazing, so genuine and real. I could honestly feel the characters emotions pouring off the pages. I could feel the genuine angst they were feeling about what was happening and the way they thought about other involved in the situation as well. It was beautifully written and explored and explained a different type of relationship really well. A definite must read!
This was a really good book! This author usually writes paranormal fiction, so this was a surprise getting a contemporary book instead. I really enjoyed having this one set in a non-paramormal type setting! It was a fast paced novel, in a way that not a lot of details were missed out on. This author usually doesn’t disappoint and this book was no exception! I would love to see more books like this on the future!
This is the second book by Naomi Valkyrie that I have read and once again really enjoyed her writing. It is a short story but doesn’t leave you feeling like you needed more. The characters are so easy to get attached to and it’s so realistic. I love how it’s an uncommonly talked about romance. Definitely a must read.
Dorian and Augustine meet completely by chance when an assassin mistakenly makes one of them his unintended target. In the aftermath the two men try to work through what happened and unintentionally develop strong feelings for one another. Both Dorian and Augustine are happily married so they deny their attraction and decide they should part ways. Both men feel it is best if they never see each other again or they risk losing their wives and everything they have worked for.
Three years go by and both Dorian and Augustine have moved forward in their lives. Things are going great until both Dorian and Augustine’s wives meet each other by pure chance and become best friends. Their wives are anxious for their husbands to meet one another so that they can spend time together doing activities as a group. When Dorian and Augustine meet up again the attraction is as strong as ever and they must make a difficult decision that could forever alter the course of all of their lives.
I love everything by this author so naturally I picked this book up to read as well. I must say that it is a different genre than the others I have read by her. This was a bit of a romance with a different twist that I have not read about before. I found this book superbly written and could not put it down. The characters were relatable and lovable, and I found myself rooting for everything to work out for Dorian and Augustine. I also wanted their wives to be happy and for everything to work out for them as well. There was some tense moments, laughs, fun, suspense, and tears throughout the book that left me reading to the end and until I learned what became of both couples. Another amazing story by this super talented author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-01-05 10:53:502023-01-14 07:41:50The Husbands by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
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