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"Portrait of a Stranger," by Rose Brookins & Mina Petkova

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

LGBTQ+ Young Adult Contemporary Romance

Holy flippin’ hamburgers, y’all. My read this week grabbed me by the readerly hair and didn’t let go, even long after I finished reading. (I try to stay ahead on my reviews, so I read this bad boy over a month ago, and I can attest… these characters burrowed into my heart and won’t be going anywhere any time soon!) Portrait of a Stranger by Rose Brookins & Mina Petkova is a gorgeous LGBTQ+ (m/m) romance that straddles the lines between YA and NA with a grace and maturity not out of steps with its characters ages, but written so bloody phenomenal you won’t feel like you’re in the heads of overly young boys.

LGBTQ+, Contemporary Romance, Young Adult Romance, MM Romance, LGBTQIA FictionEvie DraeFebruary 28, 2019LGBTQ+, lgbt+, lgbtq, LGBTQ, LGBT+, LGBT, lgbt, lgbtq+, romance, Gay, gay, gay romance, Gay romance, Gay Romance, m/m romance, M/M romance, m/m Romance, M/M Romance, Rose Brookins, Mina Petkova, Novel Length, 5 Stars, 1 Smooch ~ CozyComment

"Lost in Paradise," by Rachel Lacey

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

F/F Contemporary Romance

Okay, my lovelies, this week’s read found me lost at sea and riding high on adventure, lust, and some super awesome characterization! Lost in Paradise, by Rachel Lacey, is a kick-butt lesbian contemporary romance that jacks up the heat… both literally and metaphorically.

LGBTQ+, Lesbian Romance, Contemporary Romance, LGBTQIA FictionEvie DraeFebruary 21, 2019LGBTQ+, lgbt+, lgbtq, LGBTQ, LGBT+, LGBT, lgbt, lgbtq+, lesbian, Lesbian, Lesbian romance, Lesbian Romance, Rachel Lacey, Novel Length, 4 StarsComment

"Sweat Equity," by Monica McCallan

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Contemporary Lesbian Romance

All right, my lovelies, this week’s review was one I couldn’t wait to sink my teeth into after chatting with the author and getting a brief synopsis of the story. I knew it was going to be something I’d drool over and devour, and I was correct in that assumption. Upon finishing Sweat Equity by Monica McCallan, I was left with a happy little sigh that carried me through the rest of my evening. I mean, honestly people, this was one of those feel good books we all need in our lives.

"The Lion Lies Waiting," by Glenn Quigley

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Historical Fantasy

Okay, my lovelies, I’m super excited about the new direction I’ve decided to take with my reviews! For those of you who haven’t heard, I’ve decided to step away from the general romance focus and instead zero in on LGBTQ+ books of all genres! Which, much to my benefit and yours, opened me to my current review. The Lion Lies Waiting by Glenn Quigley is packed full of LGBTQ+ characters and has an undercurrent of romance, but its main focus is on the stunning historical fantasy world Mr. Quigley created and the many intriguing characters within it.

LGBTQ+, Historical FIction, Fantasy, LGBTQIA FictionEvie DraeJanuary 10, 2019book covers, Book review, Historical Fantasy, Historical, Fantasy, historical, fantasy, historical fantasy, Glenn Quigley, Glenn, Quigley, glenn quigley, glenn, quigley, lgbt+, LGBT+, LGBT, lgbt, LGBTQ+, lgbtq, LGBTQ, lgbtq+, Novel Length, 1 Smooch ~ CozyComment

"Carmilla and Laura," by SD Simper

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lesbian Victorian Romance

Okay, guys, first and foremost… holy frickin' hopping frog balls. This book has been an experience. One I am just gonna come out and say right off the bat… you should absolutely repeat for yourself!!!

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This event is open to ANY LGBTQ+ writer or reader. This means allies are also welcome! Whether you’re a published author, still slogging through the trenches, or have no interest in writing whatsoever but adore you some quiet reading time, this event is for YOU!

Advice & RecommendationsEvie DraeDecember 13, 2018LGBTQ+, lgbtq+, lgbtq, LGBTQ, lgbt, LGBT, LGBT+, lgbt+, Secret Santa, secret santa, Secret santa, #amwriting, holidays, holiday, Holidays, HolidayComment

"Like Two Opposite Things," by Eda J. Vor

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Young Adult Bisexual / lesbian Romance

Like Two Opposite Things, written by Eda J. Vor is a wonderful read. Of all the YA I’ve encountered over the years, I can honestly proclaim that this, right here, is the most genuine piece I’ve read—and despite my mild personal aversion to it, I’ve read my fair share as a beta and/or in mild hopes of finding a diamond in the rough.