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Wanted

by J.M. Snyder (Goodreads Author)

3.62 of 5 stars 3.62 · rating details · 26 ratings · 7 reviews

Jesse McCray ekes out a hard living cutting cattle from the local beef baron of Defiance, Texas. He's known for his quick draw and his steady aim; no one outguns him. Whenever he and his ragtag group of friends known as the Rustlers ride into town, the local cowboys hold their breaths, waiting for the men to ride through. But one evening, while playing faro at Billy's Salo...more

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Published October 16th 2011 by JMS Books (first published 2008)

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Oct 28, 2011 Lena Grey rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Why is it that good girls/guys fall for the bad boys? Is it because opposites attract or because they're more exciting, experienced or confident? Perhaps it's because they think that they will be the ones to finally gentle these men; that these bad boys will love so much that they will want to change their ways just for them? In 'Wanted' by J.M. Snyder, this is apparently what Ethan Phillips told Jesse: “There’s a wildness in you I want to capture, a hardness I
want to soften.” He's enamored with...more Why is it that good girls/guys fall for the bad boys? Is it because opposites attract or because they're more exciting, experienced or confident? Perhaps it's because they think that they will be the ones to finally gentle these men; that these bad boys will love so much that they will want to change their ways just for them? In 'Wanted' by J.M. Snyder, this is apparently what Ethan Phillips told Jesse: “There’s a wildness in you I want to capture, a hardness I
want to soften.” He's enamored with Jesse McCrae immediately and the feeling is mutual. As the story continues, the two form an unlikely bond stronger than either of them thought possible, but finding a way to keep that bond intact presents a problem.

As I read, I imagined the narrator rambling on at a slow, even pace, speaking in a low, resonating voice colored with a western twang, much like the American actor Sam Elliot. Now considering that I think Sam Elliott plays one of the sexiest cowboys alive, hearing the story in his voice definitely enhanced my enjoyment and made the few quibbles I have with it seem almost insignificant.

Although I very much appreciated the loving, gentle way their relationship evolves and how devoted they are to one another, Jesse's descriptions of Ethan as sweet, innocent, beautiful, and soft sound as if he's referring to a young woman rather than a young man and Ethan's undying adoration of Jesse's every move. It was a little mushy, but very endearing at the same time. The other thing that bothered me a little was his friends’ complete acceptance of his proclivity towards men, even to the point of teasing him about it. “You sure like em pretty...” and “Getting lucky tonight?” The other men's tolerance in the story can be explained by the fact that crossing him in any way could mean certain death. In any case, their tolerance fit well into the story so I had little trouble suspending my disbelief.

'Wanted' is an enjoyable, although perhaps not quite historically accurate western love story, full of all the things good westerns are known for—a reluctant hero/avenger, evil ranch owner, gambling, cards, rough, dangerous men and a damsel or in this case, mansel in distress. It's romantic, mushy, endearing, exciting, tragic, and has a happy for now with the possibility of a happily ever after ending. It's pure entertainment, fit for a relaxing curl up on the couch which I thoroughly enjoyed and, with this in mind, believe you will too.

NOTE: This book was provided by JMS Books for the purpose of a review on Queer Magazine Online

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Oct 21, 2011 MandyM rated it 3 of 5 stars

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I'm not usually a fan of m/m cowboys but I like J.M. Snyder's writing and I think this book cover is gorgeous. This is set in the old west and has an authentic feel reminiscent of old western movies. It's about Jesse, a member of a cattle rustling gang who falls for 'tenderfoot' Ethan, who is passing through the town of Defiance on his way to making his fortune in California. I was almost as caught up with the other 3 members of the gang as with Jesse. None of them are good people but in these h...more

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May 22, 2010 Erastes rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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I have to say that I was really drawn into the beginning of the book. The description is pure western gold, four men, all different, all hard as nails and Really Bad Eggs™ ride into town and the author paints a little picture of them all before they pull up at the saloon and start to do things that cowboys do.

I’ll say right now that I have little in-depth knowledge of the cowboy era, my knowledge is highly flavoured by Hollywood, so any things that western purists might find eye-rollingly dreadf...more I have to say that I was really drawn into the beginning of the book. The description is pure western gold, four men, all different, all hard as nails and Really Bad Eggs™ ride into town and the author paints a little picture of them all before they pull up at the saloon and start to do things that cowboys do.

I’ll say right now that I have little in-depth knowledge of the cowboy era, my knowledge is highly flavoured by Hollywood, so any things that western purists might find eye-rollingly dreadful I certainly won’t spot. This certainly has a lot that feels very familiar to watchers of Hollywood westerns. Men in black hats (yes, really), corrupt sheriffs, cattle rustlers and cattle barons. The bar with no-one wanting to annoy the Rustlers, the honky-tonk piano, the tart with a heart, rund0wn hotel, the dirt sidewalks. So, yes. It’s a western.

It’s a shame, therefore, that after all this delightful cinematic build up that the relationship between Jesse and Ethan rushes ahead so fast that I didn’t even see it happening. It’s obvious that they fancy each other and that Jesse picks up boys from time to time, but I’d like to have seen more than a few fingers brushing each other, some veiled “dating” which involves riding out to Make Out Point (my name, not Snyder’s) and then culmination in the sex scene.

What’s odd, too, is the OKHomo. Granted, all the members of the Rustlers are Jesse’s friends and have been for years, and they are all accepting of his homosexuality. They rib him about liking ‘em pretty and how he picks up guys but no-one bats an eyelid in the bar about their behaviour, almost holding hands and they saunter off to the hotel and have mad noisy monkey sex (remember the buildings would all be wood) and no-one cares about that either. I chose to think it was because everyone was scared to death of Jesse and his gang and so let him get away with anything he wanted, but there’s a scene in the book towards the end which makes me think that there’s another reason for this over-accepting feel throughout the book. Ethan has a bath in the creek and:

On their own accord, his fingers paused to press against the soft flesh of his pubic mound.His eyes closed as a shiver ran through him which had nothing to do with the cool water.

Um. Men don’t actually have pubic mounds… So I wonder if the book was actually a m/f once upon a time and has been converted. This would explain why everyone turns a blind eye to Ethan and Jesse (and explains why one of the other cowboys makes a very loud and obvious pass at Jesse in public too and no-one cares)

The only other thing that grated on my nerves was the constant reference to horses as “steeds,” but that’s just a personal quibble and won’t bother anyone else and nor should it.

However, despite this is a short book – about 80 pages and there’s two sex scenes it’s pretty rounded with characterisation, a good adventurous plot and a nice romance, even if that aspect is a bit rushed. I enjoyed, read it in one sitting and was genuinely worried that things might all go very wrong.

Anyone who likes westerns with a real cinematic feel will really enjoy this, I think.(less)

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May 19, 2009 Gary added it · review of another edition

This is one of my favorite of JM's book about the old west.. Very rivetin I thought.

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Jun 24, 2009 J.M. rated it 5 of 5 stars · (Review from the author) · review of another edition

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This is my book so I'm not going to write a review.

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Nov 20, 2008 Erotic Horizon added it · review of another edition

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Nov 14, 2008 Daisiemae rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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An author of gay erotic/romantic fiction, J.M. Snyder began in self-publishing and worked with Amber Allure, Aspen Mountain, eXcessica, and Torquere Presses.

Snyder's highly erotic short gay fiction has been published online at Amazon Shorts, Eros Monthly, Ruthie's Club, and Tit-Elation, as well as in anthologies by Alyson Books, Aspen Mountain, Cleis Press, eXcessica Publishing, Lethe Press, and R...more

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