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April 20, 2014
The Novel Approach gives Frat House Troopers audiobook 5 stars
Kim recommends that you give a listen to the audiobook version of Frat House Troopers, and here’s why:
Thanks to the audio version, I’m 99.9% sure that I enjoyed listening to Frat House Troopers more than if I had just read it. Peter Brooke did a masterful job of narrating! His voice characterizations were performed to make each and every character stand out as individuals. I started off smiling, then giggling, to downright belly laughing at some of the more humorous parts. I also suffered from slacked jaw amazement at the more seductive parts of this tale. Especially in chapter 22 of the audio version. Damn, Mr. Brooke really got into this one, or I did, depending on the perspective. Cold showers may be required to dampen enthusiastic listening. I will definitely be keeping a look out for more of Peter Brooke’s audios.
I’m kind of thinking I need to review chapter 22 myself… Thanks, Kim, for the great review!
The audiobook version of Frat House Troopers is available from Amazon, iTunes, and Audible.com.
April 19, 2014
Mrs. Condit Reviews gives Frat House Troopers audiobook 4.5 sweet peas
Rosie, writing at Mrs. Condit & Friends Read Books, has given the audiobook edition of Frat House Troopers four-and-a-half sweet peas! I particularly like her attention to what makes the audiobook version different from the printed text:
They venture into the Gay district of town and meet Bryce, the sales clerk at Camp & Dragg, specialist in “clothes for the Working Man.”, he was delighted to see them, when he called to them “Oooooh! How can I service you two today?” In the book it was funny, but when I listened to the same scene in the store I was laughing so hard; ”I see…. Come this way”, I shall reveal to you what you seek.”! Oh and the part where Bryce says “Hoping to swing your hammer at some nice wood?” I must repeat this; Amusing when I read the book, Hilarious when Peter Brooks reads the book. And that’s only the first store clerk they encounter. The salesmen and the fitting of the many pairs of underwear is laugh out loud funny and downright sexy.
How wonderful that the audiobook, produced by the talented Peter Brooke, has enhanced the experience of many people who read Frat House Troopers when it was initially published. That’s the sign of a quality narrator!
The audiobook version of Frat House Troopers is available from Amazon, iTunes, and Audible.com.
April 16, 2014
Prism Book Alliance gives Wrestling Demons 4.25 stars
The delightful Caroline at Prism Book Alliance has posted a 4.25 star review of Wrestling Demons. I was particularly thrilled that she begins the review with this:
This book is so much more than an MM romance novel and it deals with some very serious issues. The story highlights how much damage can be done by ‘small town’ bigotry, by misuse of religion and by closed minds following the crowd.
I am always so happy when reviewers pick up on the larger themes. I’m always worried that I’m lecturing at people in my writing (an effect of having a day job in which I lecture at people), so it’s particularly gratifying to have Caroline note the themes but also say that the love story–and the goodness of the characters–still come through.
April 9, 2014
Wrestling Demons, the next Brandt & Donnelly Caper, now available
I’m thrilled to announce the availability of Wrestling Demons, the second case file in the Brandt & Donnelly Capers series. You can pick it up in ebook or paperback at Dreamspinner now.
I’m really excited about this one. When I finished writing Frat House Troopers, I thought I had told the entire story of Troopers Brandt and Donnelly. But the guys kept coming back to me, demanding that I cook up some new adventures for them. So, being the pushover that I am, I gave in.
Wrestling Demons tells a story that shows how the technology that’s now in the hands of just about every high school student can send life off the rails. Recorded in the locker room, Jonah Fischer is mortified to discover that his ass has become an Internet sensation. But when even more revealing material appears, his best friend Casey might find it hard to stick by him. Luckily, Brandt and Donnelly show up to try to put things right.
Bryce and Nestor, shop boys extraordinaire, also have a pivotal role in this book. If you liked them in Frat House Troopers, I think you will love love love them here.
Thanks for reading. And I hope you enjoy the new book.
Buy Wrestling Demons from Dreamspinner or Amazon.
April 8, 2014
Rainbow Gold Reviews gives Frat House Troopers audiobook 10/10
Karrie Jax, a delightfully ebullient reviewer at Rainbow Gold Reviews, has given the audiobook version of Frat House Troopers a top 10/10 “pots of gold” rating. I am honored that Karrie says about the pivotal scene in the book, “When I heard it, I literally gasped and clutched my chest in the way only a true romantic can.” That’s exactly what I was going for! Karrie sums up her review this way:
This book ended up being a perfect blending of humour, romance and just the right amount of naughty to rank pretty high in the list of my favourite M/M books I’ve ever read.
The relationship that develops between Brandt and Donnelly is truly a beautiful thing to witness and I can’t wait to see how they develop further in the next Brandt & Donnelly Caper.
As the next Caper, Wrestling Demons, hits the stores April 9, I hope that many people will discover how the troopers fare in their next adventure.
The Frat House Troopers audiobook, narrated by the talented Peter Brooke, is available from iTunes, Amazon, and Audible.com.
Rainbow Gold Reviews gives Frat House Troopers Audiobook 10/10
Karrie Jax, a delightfully ebullient reviewer at Rainbow Gold Reviews, has given the audiobook version of Frat House Troopers a top 10/10 “pots of gold” rating. I am honored that Karrie says about the pivotal scene in the book, “When I heard it, I literally gasped and clutched my chest in the way only a true romantic can.” That’s exactly what I was going for! Karrie sums up her review this way:
This book ended up being a perfect blending of humour, romance and just the right amount of naughty to rank pretty high in the list of my favourite M/M books I’ve ever read.
The relationship that develops between Brandt and Donnelly is truly a beautiful thing to witness and I can’t wait to see how they develop further in the next Brandt & Donnelly Caper.
As the next Caper, Wrestling Demons, hits the stores April 9, I hope that many people will discover how the troopers fare in their next adventure.
The Frat House Troopers audiobook, narrated by the talented Peter Brooke, is available from iTunes, Amazon, and Audible.com.
World of Diversity Fiction gives Frat House Troopers audiobook 4.75 stars
Jay, reviewer at the wonderful World of Diversity Fiction site, gives the audiobook of Frat House Troopers 4.75 stars overall, plus a perfect 5 rating for heat! Calling it “a very touching romance/love that blossoms between two best friends that always thought they were straight,” Jay sums it up this way:
Take two straight state troopers Ethan Brandt and Gabriel Donnelly who are partners and best friends. Put one of them under cover at a house for a porn site that features hot straight frat guys presenting their junk for visitors to enjoy. Add in the outrageous and flamboyant store clerks of Bryce and Nester. What do you get? Some pretty hilarious situations and for some, the need for a cold shower.
Thanks, Jay, for the review!
The Frat House Troopers audiobook, narrated by the talented Peter Brooke, is available from iTunes, Amazon, and Audible.com.
World of Diversity Fiction gives Frat House Troopers Audiobook 4.75 stars
Jay, reviewer at the wonderful World of Diversity Fiction site, gives the audiobook of Frat House Troopers 4.75 stars overall, plus a perfect 5 rating for heat! Calling it “a very touching romance/love that blossoms between two best friends that always thought they were straight,” Jay sums it up this way:
Take two straight state troopers Ethan Brandt and Gabriel Donnelly who are partners and best friends. Put one of them under cover at a house for a porn site that features hot straight frat guys presenting their junk for visitors to enjoy. Add in the outrageous and flamboyant store clerks of Bryce and Nester. What do you get? Some pretty hilarious situations and for some, the need for a cold shower.
Thanks, Jay, for the review!
The Frat House Troopers audiobook, narrated by the talented Peter Brooke, is available from iTunes, Amazon, and Audible.com.
March 28, 2014
Prism Book Alliance gives Frat House Troopers audiobook 4.25 stars
Reviews of Peter Brooke’s reading of Frat House Troopers are starting to come in, and this one is great. Leisa at Prism Book Alliance has some great things to say, including this:
As probably unlikely as it is that a trooper would be called upon to infiltrate and perform for an online sex operation where gorgeous young men pleasure themselves on camera, the story of Brandt doing just that in Frat House Troopers is entertaining and hot. There is also terrific chemistry between Brandt and his partner Donnelly – they sizzle together. Their verbal banter is cute, sexy, and at times truly hilarious. Also, the sex between these two is off the charts yummy, especially their first sexual encounter that took place on camera while Brandt was undercover.
Thanks, Leisa!
March 11, 2014
Sequel to Frat House Troopers now available for pre-order
Wrestling Demons, the sequel to Frat House Troopers, is now available for pre-order from the Dreamspinner Press website.
Six months after their successful mission in the frat house–and their realization that they were in love–Troopers Brandt and Donnelly are tapped to help a small town in turmoil over naked videos of their star high school wrestler.
I loved writing this book! The main characters are a lot of fun, and Bryce and Nestor are back in a big way. They play a pivotal role in the plot, and if you liked them in Frat House Troopers you are going to (as Bryce would say) love love love them here.
Publication date is April 9, but you can pre-order now and have it on the very first day.
