New Adult | Self-Publishing Review

A Most Mutual Bond by Norman Luce

A young woman finds the confidence to explore her more taboo fantasies, bringing her handsome suitor face to face with his past, in A Most Mutual Bond by Norman Luce.

Capturing the pace and passion of a college romance, this novella traces the birth of a fetish, and the journey Sarah takes to communicate those desires in a safe and shame-free way. The romantic tension between Sarah and Kyle is well-developed, and their open conversations are encouraging for young people, twenty-somethings, and anyone else who may blush or struggle when talking about sex.

The book dives headfirst into delicate and […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2021-01-26T05:22:55+02:00January 25th, 2021|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Erotica, New Adult|

The Rebirth of Henry Whittle by Gertrude T. Kitty

A story of deception, betrayal, and the desperate leaps of faith we go to for some sense of home, The Rebirth of Henry Whittle is a nail-biting novel from author Gertrude T. Kitty.

Navigating her lifelong trauma of isolation and abandonment, Phoenix Whittle takes a chance on stability by reconnecting with a mysterious uncle. Little does she know that her real uncle is long gone, replaced by a clever con, but that doesn’t mean their bond is any less interesting to watch as it develops.

Boasting a complex blend of heavy themes, ranging from mental health and bullying to dark […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2020-09-09T07:56:56+02:00September 8th, 2020|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Contemporary Fiction, New Adult, Thriller|

Someone to Kiss My Scars by Brooke Skipstone

A dark tale of troubled teens seeking a new way forward through their trauma, Someone to Kiss My Scars by Brooke Skipstone is a brutal and essential read. Highlighting many of the critical and widely overlooked issues facing young people today – self-harm, abuse, sexual identity, bullying and much more – this is a fearless novel with a message far deeper than the plot.

The intensity of the story, as Hunter and Jazz try to heal one another’s oldest wounds, is coupled with powerful prose and the reminder that everyone has secrets and scars, urging readers towards empathy, self-examination, and […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2019-09-12T11:38:34+02:00September 10th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: New Adult|

Review: Candle on the Water by M.A. Myers

Love manifests itself in many different ways in Candle on the Water, a haunting and evocative LGBT romance by M.A. Myers, written for new adult readers.

High school senior, Stephanie Turner, has a bright future ahead of her. Having scored a swimming scholarship to Purdue, Stephanie has her sights set on becoming a doctor in the navy, but after meeting Sara Austin, Stephanie’s life quickly becomes an emotional roller coaster. Stephanie experiences a profound connection to Sara, and believes that Sara feels the same way, yet she doesn’t understand why Sara treats her so badly. As both go their […]

Marta Cheng2019-08-12T12:23:29+02:00June 27th, 2019|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: LGBTQI, New Adult, Romance|

Review: Chainsaw Honeymoon by Steven Ramirez

Written with a manic energy and a tongue perpetually shoved in its own cheek, Chainsaw Honeymoon by Steven Ramirez is a brilliant new novel that balances humor and horror in an unforgettable way.

Ruby Navarro is a young girl with big dreams and a tangled mess of family that she is determined to fix. Spending the summer with her father sets the stage for a fast-paced and unpredictable ride through the wild world of Los Angeles, complete with a maniacal killer and the chance for Ruby to live out her wildest dreams.

The writing throughout the novel is sharp and […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2020-02-21T07:22:21+02:00March 13th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Horror, New Adult, Steven Ramirez|

Review: Beloved Bone of My Bones-Rapturing Love by Myrline Pierre Fils

In her debut New Adult novel, Beloved Bone of My Bones-Rapturing Love, Myrline Pierre Fils tells an engaging story of the complications that arise after love at first sight.

Anna-Marie Henry has been accepted to San Mollan University on a full scholarship, and she’s secretly thrilled to be leaving Boston and her domineering father behind for the warmer climes of California. What she doesn’t count on is falling hopelessly in love with a good-looking guy she fleetingly sees at the airport before boarding her plane for California.

Anna-Marie happily learns that her feelings are reciprocated when the same guy […]

Marta Cheng2019-02-11T09:16:56+02:00October 16th, 2017|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: New Adult, Romance|

Review: Addicted to Love by Kathleen Murray

★★★½

Addicted to Love by Kathleen Murray is a new adult novel that explores the concept of learning to accept oneself.

Sally Smithfield lives in a Chicago North Shore suburb in the 1970s. The novel chronicles Sally’s life from childhood to her adult years showing the devastating and long-lasting effects of child abuse, family secrets, love, and loss.

The author is quite ambitious in this new adult novel. Set in the seventies, Murray drops enough film and song titles and historical references to transport the reader back in time. She does this seamlessly without bonking the reader over the head […]

T B Markinson2019-01-24T19:47:33+02:00April 5th, 2016|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: New Adult, Romance|

Review: Forbidden Heat (Firework Girls Book 1) by J.L. White

★★★★½

Forbidden Heat by J.L. White is a steamy romance that’s hard to put down.

Isabella wants to be a scientist. During her last year of college, Isabella learns she needs to take a philosophy class to fulfill all her requirements. Isabella already has a full class schedule, but she talks the Dean into allowing her to take an extra class instead of dropping a science course she needs for graduate school. However, Isabella gets more than she bargained for when she discovers that the professor is only a few years older than her and he’s the hottest professor at […]

T B Markinson2016-07-14T11:28:28+02:00March 31st, 2016|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Erotica, New Adult, Romance|