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BL Maxwell
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Cole Ryan is bored. He’s lived in the same small town his whole life and has the same job. Nothing changes there and every morning when he goes for a run, those thoughts echo on repeat through his mind. Until today, on this day, something big happens and if he survives it, his life won’t be the same. Maybe boring old Hickory Crossing wasn’t so bad after all.
Driving in the rain, on his way to a delivery, Bobby Sanders is focused on the road, when a flash of blue light in the distance catches his eye. He witnesses a bolt of lightning strike a man running on the road ahead of him. He never suspected that bolt of lightning could change both their lives, not just the poor guy who was blown out of his shoes right in front of him.
When the persistent sound of whispering won’t go away, Cole questions his sanity. But maybe he’s not the only one experiencing strange things.
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- By Samantha Cato on 12-24-24
By: Gabbi Grey
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Knox
- An MM Romance Story (Monsters of Veridia, Book 1)
- By: Silvana Falcon
- Narrated by: John Solo
- Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins
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Adrian is about to find out. When he complains about the latest chapter of his favorite web novel online, he doesn't expect the main character to come crashing through his skylight. And yet, that’s exactly what happens. Suddenly, Adrian finds himself face-to-face with the incubus Knox, a demon who's even more captivating in person than he was on the page. Ebony horns, dark magic, eyes that make Adrian’s knees go weak—Knox has got it all.
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"Even if I had no magic left, I would protect you until my dying breath."
- By Amanda on 12-07-24
By: Silvana Falcon
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Alive
- Alpha's Little Psycho, Book 1
- By: K.A. Bauer
- Narrated by: Chris Potter
- Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Ethan Sinclair is a stabby little psychopath...emphasis on the little part. After waking up in an underground lab the day after he turned thirteen, Ethan has been subjected to every type of assault and violation. It's not like they consider a werewolf a person in there anyways. Since he doesn't have his teddy bear, Mr. Whiskers, or his big brother Connor to save him, Ethan adapts to survive until his rescue almost eight years later.
By: K.A. Bauer
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Dead Things
- Spirit Boys Series, Book 1
- By: BL Maxwell
- Narrated by: Allen Jeffries
- Length: 4 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Since Bran Tanda started working at the morgue, his life has changed. He’s spent most of his life denying his necromancer abilities, but now he knows there’s no other choice but to embrace it and learn as much as he can about it. No matter how much he hates it. Jordan Amid is becoming more comfortable being around the dead. But they still overwhelm him and terrify him. The coldness and the heavy emotions he associates with being near a spirit are nearly too much for him to take. But for Bran, he’ll try.
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Loved it
- By michael moscato on 01-09-25
By: BL Maxwell
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Crow's Fate
- By: Kim Fielding
- Narrated by: Joel Leslie
- Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins
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Crow Rapp assumes he’ll spend his life growing corn in rural Illinois, like the grandparents who raised him. But during a visit to a traveling carnival, he encounters a handsome stranger named Simeon Bell—and receives a prophecy of a horrifying future. When that future materializes soon afterward, Crow flees...only to find that no matter how far he goes, fate pursues him.
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enjoyed it
- By Sue 🎧 on 01-05-24
By: Kim Fielding
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Provoked
- Enlightenment
- By: Joanna Chambers
- Narrated by: Hamish McKinlay
- Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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David Lauriston is struggling to build his reputation in Edinburgh's privileged legal world. His humble origins are enough of a hurdle, never mind his recent decision to defend a group accused of treason, prompting speculation that he may harbour radical sympathies. David's personal life is no more successful. Tormented by his forbidden desires for other men, David tries to live a celibate existence. But then into David's repressed and orderly world bursts Lord Murdo Balfour. Cynical, hedonistic, and utterly unapologetic, Murdo could not be less like David.
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M/m erotica for straight cis women who are faintly repulsed by gay men
- By tsarin black on 04-29-21
By: Joanna Chambers
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Love Furever
- Friends of Gaynor Beach Animal Rescue
- By: Gabbi Grey
- Narrated by: Michael Ferraiuolo
- Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins
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Being rejected by family hurt like hell, but I kept my head high, left my toxic relatives behind, and moved across the country to Gaynor Beach CA. Luckily, I have great furry company. My bulldog puppy, Widget, was dumped on me for not meeting my parents' ridiculously high standards either, so we're comforting each other. With a nice rental house, and a new job, Widget and I were ready for a fresh start, until I got a devastating diagnosis. I can't take care of Widget properly while trying to save my own life, and I expect a long hard road.
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Lovely listen!
- By Samantha Cato on 12-24-24
By: Gabbi Grey
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Knox
- An MM Romance Story (Monsters of Veridia, Book 1)
- By: Silvana Falcon
- Narrated by: John Solo
- Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Adrian is about to find out. When he complains about the latest chapter of his favorite web novel online, he doesn't expect the main character to come crashing through his skylight. And yet, that’s exactly what happens. Suddenly, Adrian finds himself face-to-face with the incubus Knox, a demon who's even more captivating in person than he was on the page. Ebony horns, dark magic, eyes that make Adrian’s knees go weak—Knox has got it all.
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"Even if I had no magic left, I would protect you until my dying breath."
- By Amanda on 12-07-24
By: Silvana Falcon
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Alive
- Alpha's Little Psycho, Book 1
- By: K.A. Bauer
- Narrated by: Chris Potter
- Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Ethan Sinclair is a stabby little psychopath...emphasis on the little part. After waking up in an underground lab the day after he turned thirteen, Ethan has been subjected to every type of assault and violation. It's not like they consider a werewolf a person in there anyways. Since he doesn't have his teddy bear, Mr. Whiskers, or his big brother Connor to save him, Ethan adapts to survive until his rescue almost eight years later.
By: K.A. Bauer
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Jasha
- A Little Christmas Season Three
- By: Brina Brady
- Narrated by: James Talbot
- Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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What’s a loyal son worth? Jasha Kozlov is apparently worth two hundred thousand dollars, both to his father, who is deeply in debt to ruthless businessman Kaleb Bronson and to Bronson himself. When Valentin Kozlov can’t come up with the cash to pay his debt to real estate magnate Kaleb Bronson, Kaleb offers to accept Jasha in lieu of the cash. Jasha is stunned but agrees to the deal in order to save his father’s life.
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Loved it
- By michael moscato on 01-09-25
By: Brina Brady
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Peppermint Mocha Kisses
- PM Kisses, Book 1
- By: BL Maxwell
- Narrated by: Guy Veryzer
- Length: 4 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Randy Miller wants nothing more than to make a living selling the fantastic cookies he dreams up when he’s not working as a web designer. He’s always loved baking, but he’s afraid of taking the leap from hobby to business. Mostly he’s afraid of failing, and of Eli coming up with a better recipe. Eli Canton has a crush. A big crush on someone who avoids him whenever he can. Eli loves everything about Randy, even if he’s grouchy and seems to work way too much. Eli knows he’s not all bad and hopes to have a chance with him someday.
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What a sweet cookie filled book!
- By Sharon L on 11-30-24
By: BL Maxwell
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Crossing Blades
- Arctic Titans of Northwood U, Book 1
- By: Hayden Hall
- Narrated by: Curtis Michael Holland
- Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
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This year is my last chance to take the Titans to victory. I cost us the cup last year, but I'm not making the same mistake again. And I'm determined to get drafted by the end of this season. The success I anticipate is built on three years of razor-sharp focus and hard-earned respect. Not to mention how much of my personal life I sacrificed for hockey. The Titans trust me to lead them and I won't betray that. Nothing could possibly go wrong. Until the former love of my life and current arch nemesis, Cameron Martinez, skates back into my life.
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Cute but Rushed
- By Andrea BookLover on 12-03-23
By: Hayden Hall
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Night Tricks
- Midnight Magic, Book 1
- By: Richard Amos
- Narrated by: Tom North
- Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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The streets have been my home for as long as I can remember. To get by, I use my magic tricks, bringing smiles to the faces of adults and children alike. As a warlock, my powers are limited. Nothing like a witch's magical skills. Basically, I'm a glorified magician as well as a second-class citizen. Fine. It doesn't get me down. I have my cat Fizz and Kylie Minogue's music to keep me going as I dream big. I know there's a better life out there for me.
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Gosh!
- By Pamela on 12-15-24
By: Richard Amos
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Shelf-Made Man
- By: Kim Fielding
- Narrated by: Joel Leslie
- Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Tobias Lykke is big, awkward, and accustomed to spending his holidays alone. This year, however, his godmother—who may or may not be an Italian countess—gives him an elf doll originally entrusted to her by her second husband, who might or might not have been a wizard.
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Enjoyed it
- By Sue 🎧 on 11-23-24
By: Kim Fielding
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Under Your Skin
- By: Lee McCormick
- Narrated by: Michael Gallagher, Liam DiCosimo
- Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins
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Trapped in nightmares from my past, the only comfort I find is in gifts from the man who killed my mother's killer—presents wrapped in a body bag and delivered to the morgue for me to examine. From the first time I saw his mark, I knew I had to keep my killer safe, had to keep his work a secret for me and me alone. Every body is a love letter, and I'm the only one who can read them.
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Dark but Beautiful!
- By Itzel Wallace on 11-27-24
By: Lee McCormick
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Strictly Curious
- By: Joelle Lynne
- Narrated by: Oliver Williams
- Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins
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My world flipped upside down when my Dad suddenly remarried. What ten-year-old wants that surprise dropped on him? I wasn't expecting my stepbrother to become my best friend, my everything, and the source of my utter confusion. I didn't realize he was hiding something from me, and I didn't mean to see it. It made me question everything.
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The narration was top-tier
- By Mikaela on 01-01-25
By: Joelle Lynne
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Beyond Time
- Beyond, Book 1
- By: Lee McCormick
- Narrated by: Zachary Zaba
- Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins
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BEYOND TIME is a dual POV dark romance with a twist on soulmates that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Prepare yourself for scorching heat, high emotions, and a psychopath who doesn’t know what to do with all the feelings he’s suddenly being forced to experience. Guaranteed HEA with a universe that’s wide open for exploration!
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Amazing story!
- By Plaguedoll on 01-04-25
By: Lee McCormick
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In Search of Saints
- By: Harper Fox
- Narrated by: Tim Gilbert
- Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
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Mitch is on a last-ditch drive to save his career with the Scottish Institute of Archaeology after his ex-lover Lewis stole his research into the legendary Pictish saints. Mystical pre-Celtic statues are hidden somewhere on mist-wreathed Dove Island. Now Mitch is tearing out to the coast in the hope of reaching the saints before his treacherous ex can stake a claim. At his side is his devoted assistant, Owen. Owen adores Mitch, but he's the quiet, loyal type.
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Harper Fox gives me life
- By Bruce J. Little on 03-25-22
By: Harper Fox
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Brick Walls
- By: L.A. Witt
- Narrated by: Michael Ferraiuolo, Declan Winters
- Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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"Cary “Sol” Solomon isn’t just in a slump—he’s a mess. His stats have plummeted. Fans hate him. After he caps off two awful seasons with a catastrophic playoff flop, his team is done with him. Worse, thanks to his downward spiral, the addiction that’s nearly cost him his career before is rearing its ugly head. As luck would have it, though, the Seattle Sasquatches are desperate for goalies. When they snatch up Sol off waivers, maybe he has a chance to turn things around… if he can stay sober and get back on his game.
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Hockey!!
- By Nova on 01-19-25
By: L.A. Witt
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Falling for Raine
- By: Lane Hayes
- Narrated by: Joel Leslie
- Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Moving to London is scary and daunting, but I desperately need this job–and a redo. Okay, so I may have oversold my qualifications. That shouldn’t be a big deal, though. I mean, being an assistant’s assistant seems easy enough, and I’m a fast learner. Hold up! I’m already in over my head with spreadsheets, new pronunciations, and temperamental appliances.
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swoooooonnn ❤️🔥
- By 🎧💕💕💕 readittomebaby 💕💕💕🎧 on 03-12-24
By: Lane Hayes
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All I Want for Christmas is Tentacles
- By: Chloe Archer
- Narrated by: Greg Boudreaux
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
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There’s no way in Helgar's Nebula I’m marrying the candidate my parents have chosen for me. I don’t want to be the house-husband of some stoic warrior who only cares about training all day. Boring! Thankfully, I’ve learned a thing or two from all those rom-com human movies I’ve illegally downloaded off the intergalactic web. No one will see it coming when I pull a runaway groom maneuver on them!
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More fun than a Christmas stocking!
- By Miareadsbooks on 01-13-25
By: Chloe Archer
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- DLB2572
- 12-04-24
Destined For More
This one just kept getting more and more interesting the further I got into the story. I read through this quickly. I just had to see what was coming next for Cole and Bobby. It all made for an interesting and entertaining story. The audiobook made the story even more entertaining. I loved the narration by Guy Veryzer.
I received an ARC and this is my unbiased opinion
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- michael moscato
- 12-10-24
Loved it
I loved Blue Lightning (Carnival of Mysteries) and struggled to put it down. Guy Veryzer's voice really brings this story to life. The story is amazing and I enjoyed reading Cole Ryan and Bobby Sanders' story.
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- Monika Kisakova
- 12-11-24
mist listen
Blue Lightning: Carnival of Mysteries by BL Maxwell This audiobook delivers a captivating blend of suspense, romance, and paranormal intrigue. Cole and Bobby's paths cross in the most shocking way—literally—and their lives change forever. The small-town setting of Hickory Crossing is richly detailed, making the supernatural twists feel grounded and eerie. The narration brings out the tension and emotional depth of the story, especially Cole’s struggles with sanity and Bobby's determination to help him. The chemistry between the protagonists adds warmth to the dark, mysterious plot, while the whispering voices and psychic elements keep you hooked. If you love small-town paranormal tales with a dash of gay romance and a touch of the supernatural, this audiobook is a must-listen.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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- Soumets et obéir
- 12-04-24
Blue Lightning
First time I have heard this narrator and enjoyed the introduction. Easy to distinguish the various characters.
Small town resident Cole is struck by lightning when out jogging. Bobby, out for a drive, witnesses this and stood to help. After this introduction the pair discover what blue lightning is and how to use it. New friends and love found along their new path.
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- Yvonne M
- 12-02-24
Wonderful story.
I really enjoyed this story. Blue lightning brought together two people who were ment to be in each other’s life. A freak storm, a near death experience and finding the person who was made for you what else could anyone want ? I recommend this book to everyone who loves mm mystery romance stories.
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- Sharon L
- 11-27-24
"The end or is it!
This is the first book I've read/listened to in this multi-authored series, Carnival of Mysteries. Normally a series like this would be right up my alley and I think it was the book covers that were messing with me, I don't really care for them. When this opportunity came up on Booksprout, to listen and review this story by BL Maxwell, I thought now is my opportunity to check it out. I'm so glad that I took this opportunity and now I'm interested in reading/listening to more books in this series.
When I read the book blurb and it said that one of the main characters gets hit by lightning I was all in. There were some parts that were a bit chilling and gave me some goosebumps. The narrator did a great job with the voices, this was the first book I've listened to by him. This is about the 4th or 5th book I've read or listened to by this author and I've really enjoyed all of them.
All in all it was a fun fairly short listen. It kept me in the story the entire time, which I loved. Some audio books I've listened to do not hold my attention so I'm always happy when I'm captivated.
I'd love to see this book made into its own series. I think this author could really do something with it.
Age gap, unlikely heroes, mysteries abound, you shouldn't mess around with things you don't understand, brings some heat
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