Loved this graphic novel. Lots of various kinds of representation which was just intrinsically part of the characters. Fun interpretation of witches and witchcraft. Really enjoyed it. A little bit meandering in plot which is why it wasn't a full 5, but really good vibes for sure.

**I received an electronic ARC via Gay Romance Reviews.** BA Tortuga begins her Rockin' W series with book 1, The Wounded Warrior. A small-town Texas MM contemporary western, readers follow Luke, who is a Navy SEAL trying to get used to the wheelchair his last deployment earned him. Luke is working on his twin brother's ranch while he recovers from injury. While there, he meets Rory, an out and proud quick-talking lawyer who is buying up a lot of local land. But there is more to Rory than his job or his looks. When Luke comes up with the idea of a therapy ranch for veterans, Rory is quick to offer to invest. As long as he can stay alive long enough given that he has a local competitor who keeps trying to kill him. But he's happy to take Luke to lunch in the meantime. Or bed. Both would be good. This is a re-release with a new cover. Content warning for historic sexual assault and blackmail/SEM distribution of a MMC. Rory and Luke get off on the wrong foot and in the wrong mindset, but communicate well and are very vocal about their support for one another. More than that, both gay cowboys have the complete support of their families. All the conflict here is external to their relationship once they get on the same page. BA Tortuga takes on big emotions with care and does not make the dip into angst. Overall, there's a reason BA Tortuga is one of the big names of MM cowboy romance, and this book/series is absolutely an example of that. Stay tuned for a review of book two coming soon :)

This is my second attempt with this author and tbh, I don't quite understand the hype. It's fine. It's inoffensive. But I'm not invested enough to continue to book two. Same as with the other one I tried. Maybe just not the author for me? Was worth a shot.

Really glad I finally got around to reading this. It holds up well aside from the unfortunate inclusion of racial slurs typical of the time period. Would still recommend to those who are interested in foundational pieces for the genre.

Probably one of the best if not the best anthology I've read. Very consistent, cozy vibe. Really enjoyed all of the authors' contributions.

This book was read for school. It was 100% miserable. Very awkward mash of antiquity and modernity. The two stars is out of respect for the historical curation alone.

MM romance between a dullahan wrestler and a ghoul IT guy. Definitely one of the odder books in the series, but this series isn't taking itself seriously to start out with. Entertaining for sure.

**I received an electronic ARC through Gay Romance Reviews.** Sera Bishop enters a new world with her MM paranormal romance Fairies Never Fall. Readers follow Ezra, a human who is trying to make something of himself now that he has served his time in prison. He made dumb mistakes as a kid, but he's determined to do better. When he's promised a job as a bartender at a club, it almost seems too good to be true. The catch, as he finds out, is that the club and all its patrons are monsters and he's there as a human ambassador. And to develop a crush on the fairy prince, Lysander, of course. This world is a lot of fun with a lot of opportunities for growth. The ARC I received suggested that this story is a standalone, but I would absolutely read more if Bishop chooses to continue. There are so many strong characters who could absolutely hold down as the MCs of their own books. Lysander and Ezra are patient and kind to one another, giving each other the care and respect that they need. Following their relationship development is absolutely a kicking-feet giggling vibe. I am grateful for the opportunity to read this book early and am excited to have a new author to follow in Sera Bishop.