HAUNTED HEARTS – EVERYONE DESERVES A HAPPY EVER AFTERLIFE!
Haunted Hearts is an Own-Voices Paranormal Romance Series about love and the things that go boo in the night.
Join us on our romantic journeys with ten books from some of your favourite gay and queer male authors, including myself! Be sure to read the entire series so you don’t miss a moment of falling in love, or sometimes falling into a happily ever after-life!
There’s a range of engaging tropes and spice levels between us, along with a diverse spectrum of supernatural elements within each narrative. From Urban Fantasy to Historical Romance to Gothic Horror, these own-voice authors bring their distinct perspectives to the M/M Paranormal Romance Genre. Each book is a standalone but why not read them all?
Here are the 10 books in the series, with author links, in the order they will be released beginning September 27th!
Geist Fleisch – Christian Baines https://www.christianbaines.com/
Ritual of the Broken – Seb L. Carter (Sebastian) https://www.instagram.com/sebcarter91/
Curse of the Stag’s Eye – Glenn Quigley https://glennquigley.com/
❤️The Night Belongs To Lovers – Ryan Lawrence (ME!)
Frat Ghost Wingman – Finn Dixon https://www.finndixonwriting.com/#/
The Neverloving Dead – Tal Frost https://www.tal-frost.com/about
Shadowing My Dreams – Shane K. Morton http://shanekmorton.com/
Medium Rare – J.P. Jackson https://jpjacksonwrites.com/ Cordelia Manor – Adam J. Ridley (aka Blake Allwood) https://bookstore.blakeallwood.com/
Three Heart Junction – Colin Dereham https://colindereham.wordpress.com/
Let’s take a look at my entry, THE NIGHT BELONGS TO LOVERS, including the awesome cover designed by Samrat Acharjee–with input from yours truly, of course.
TRUE LOVE IS ETERNAL. REVENGE IS UNDYING.
Ancient deities, a vengeful spirit, and the enigmatic Wheel of Destiny clash in a monumental battle for and against true love. But how potent is truth when it’s frustratingly subjective and perception is easily manipulated?
Olympius and Coriolanus, two powerful immortal lovers, endure over two millennia of heartache, back-and-forth condemnations, and consummate betrayal secretly orchestrated by a malevolent, cursed ghost. And this vengeful apparition will stop at nothing, commit any atrocity, to keep the Fated Lovers apart.
From the blood-soaked streets of embattled ancient cities to the dazzling gay nightlife of modern-day Toronto, Canada, these two star-crossed lovers, these undying embodiments of darkness and the night itself, attempt to repair their shattered relationship time and again. With the aid of a wise, crafty old friend, can Olympius and Coriolanus find their way back to each other before their spectral enemy succeeds in destroying their love forever?
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DOMINIC Ronove is a centuries-old “Contract Demon” scouring the city of Edmonton, Alberta, on Hell’s order, seeking desperate and/or corruptible humans willing to trade their souls for 6 years of great success before the contract comes due. Also, as author J.P. Jackson writes, “a small token of [their] appreciation” will be required in the deal-making. What does Dom mean? Pleasure or pain? Maybe both? It’s different for everyone. I’ll let your imagination play it out. 
or the supposed love interest who is, at the very least, deeply morally questionable. (Umm, did I mention he’s a demon?) It’s a tale that dares to question the very fabric of Good and Evil and authenticity and manipulation—or do I mean persuasion? It’s a thought-provoking journey that will leave you pondering long after you’ve turned the last page. 
AUTHOR BRETT Mitchell Kent presents a thought-provoking tale stretching across decades; a sorrowful widow laments the loss of her husband and daughter and a trail of vanished individuals converge at an unexpected focal point: Edna Mann. Edna, seeking solace for her lost family, discovers an unlikely source of comfort when her departed husband communicates with her through her houseplant. As those in her vicinity begin to disappear, Edna must confront the unsettling truth that something far more sinister may be unfolding, and it has been happening for much longer than she could have ever imagined.
deeper into the shadows with each cascading petal and leading to an unforgettable climax. The novel unfolds with deliberate, gradual intensity, skillfully entangling the storyline around the reader’s heart like grasping vines. It roots a distinct sense of poignancy in the narrative before delivering a devastating emotional blow. The haunting quality of the story lingers long after the end, reminiscent of a great Henry James novel.
The unexpected plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, and the unique horror elements added a thrilling quality to the story if one is looking for more than relationship and familial drama in this book. I’m not talking about Clive Barker’s horror here, gory and heinous; it’s impactful fright that’s more palatable for a wider audience, somewhere between Stephen King and The Haunted Mansion. It’s traditional Hitchcockian terror, yet quite contemporary in its approach. 
understand their lives, emotions, and motivations. At its core lies the love story of Edna and Henry, which is a moving portrayal of how loss can profoundly alter one’s identity and the lengths a person is willing to go to cling to those they hold dear, in life, in memory, and even in death. That said, I was pleased to see the inclusion of a queer/gay storyline that ran alongside the main plot. While I could have easily seen Edna and Henry’s story through the perspective of a same-sex couple, I understand it’s not any LGBTQ writer’s responsibility to always queer their narratives. Adding a secondary story with queer characters was appreciated, as I did hope to see some representation by this writer within the text before I began. Hoped—not expected. So, thank you, Brett.
PALEOLITHICA BY Nando Gray is a captivating blend of contemporary language and a deep dive into the lives of humans in the Stone Age and their tribal communities. The narrative delves into their fascinating interaction with a mighty volcano, which they revere as a deity. The plot unfolds through the intricate lives of two prehistoric queer men who become lovers (don’t read about this every day!) and three distinct cultures and tribes: Summerhome, Mountainhome, and “The Wolves.” Oh, and there’s a witch scheming amongst these tribes, driven by a lust for power. 
As this is an M/M novel, there’s the expected man-on-man sex, and it will absolutely titillate those readers of the genre looking for gay romance to go hand in hand with a satisfying degree of gay smut. Male anatomy is large and in charge, my friends. “Entin screamed in pleasure. The sound of their ensuing rutting would be unmistakable to anyone within miles of the mountaintop.” I love it when an author uses the term “rutting,” which works in the time period. And yes, before these sentences, contemporary terms like “pre-cum” are used. Still, like I’ve previously stated, it speaks to the modern reader, allowing them to instantly get into the eroticism of the text without it feeling cumbersome or oddly unsexy with archaic verbiage or made-up terms. And I was into our two lovers connection! Werk, Nando! 
this might be jarring to those not expecting any graphic depictions of this type of sexuality in an expected M/M text. I feel this is where the Historical Fiction aspect of the narrative takes a firmer grasp, allowing the author to add more complexity to his story and widening the narrative and character development beyond just the relationship of our two gay male protagonists.
In the first entry, 
independence, and 
As the case escalates, Leslie returns to the United States and is reunited with Frank. However, their unresolved feelings threaten to complicate their professional endeavours. Can these dedicated detectives navigate their deepening connection while relentlessly chasing the trail of the stolen artwork and the cunning perpetrator responsible for its theft?
prevent the authorities from seizing his grandfather’s coins, he encounters Joiner, an attorney at Gerald and Brian’s firm. Joiner’s unmistakable desire for Timothy contrasts with Timothy’s reserved, guarded demeanour. There are aspects of Timothy’s history and present circumstances that he’s unwilling to disclose, even to the hot, handsome individual assisting him with the complexities of his legal situation.
Whenever I read a blurb to a gay/MM romance novel, I never honestly know if the plot has been given any real meat or if it’s an afterthought to the “will they/won’t they/of course, they will, so let’s get it on” romance between the hot guys. And that’s fine if one is looking for less complexity and more “fluff” or, say, 
People wonder why I always walk with a “mean” look on my face: it’s a defence mechanism. It means I won’t go down without a fight, so think twice before you come for me. I said this once to a man following me in the early morning hours in Toronto on my way to the Greyhound station, and it worked. And I meant it! I wish I’d never had to learn to do this, but, at least for me, this was part of surviving as an out and proud gay man in a world where many despise my existence.
I wish I could walk with more of an easygoing smile, but I’ve learned to be (initially) very wary and untrusting of strangers—especially when I’m on my own or just with Todd. It sucks, but this vigilance has kept me alive for 43 years. 
And, once again, to the asshole downtown 
These poems are raw and sometimes brutal to read. The language is rarely flowery; it’s unapologetic and often lewd. These poems range from the highly erotic to the heart-wrenching. They depict many experiences that I have never had and will never have. These poems are a bloodletting, a way for these men to showcase their relationship to pain and passion, social fear and sexual freedom, and authenticity versus the closet of repression.
“NANDO GRAY’S Moondrop Vale is more than just a cautionary dystopian tale about A.I./robots turning against humanity wrapped in a gay love story. It explores the moral implications of how humans can dehumanize each other through the manipulation of science and technology. The story delves into the idea that self-serving individuals can easily corrupt technologies, even those created with benign or protective intentions, and use them to harm and control others. 
issues of self-worth. As a twin with a younger brother in the army, Simon has always felt overshadowed and carries the weight of disappointing his parents, particularly his father. His fraternal twin, though a substance abuser, seems to effortlessly garner their parents’ favour with his charm and modelesque attractiveness. Additionally, Simon is trapped in a toxic relationship with an older, controlling partner despite being aware of its detrimental effects. Plagued by self-doubt and anxiety, Simon’s internal struggles manifest in his constant self-criticism and defeatist attitude.
Gray’s ability to evoke intense emotions and provoke thoughtful introspection through complex character development is a testament to his creativity and strategic storytelling. He aims to slowly show personal growth in the face of overwhelming fear and self-doubt. Alternatively, it could be viewed as a deliberate and cunning manipulation to provoke frustration and disbelief. The author candidly portrays irrational behaviour in otherwise intelligent characters, challenging the reader’s suspension of disbelief when confronting what should be sensible decision-making and action for the sake of the overarching narrative and character growth.
where the name HENRY erroneously replaced the name SIMON several times. Aside from these minor hiccups, Nando Gray’s Moondrop Vale is sound writing, imaginative, and thrilling Queer Sci-Fi! And the colours and font choices on the cover are perfection!!
In 1981, Andrew, diagnosed with a debilitating illness labelled as GRID or Gay Related Immune Deficiency (later renamed AIDS: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), undergoes a significant lifestyle shift, bidding farewell to his hedonistic existence in New York City. Plagued by illness and financial hardship, he returns to his estranged parents in Wheaton, Illinois, an intensely religious suburban community. His mother, a perennially sickly woman, manifests unexplained sores and bruises while traversing the dimly lit corridors during her episodes of sleepwalking. 
is quite visceral and pulls no punches, so empathizing with Andrew isn’t challenging for any reader. 
While fast-paced, thrilling, and revealing, the conclusion feels abrupt, leaving the reader with a sense that the story could have delved deeper. But if this is how the author wished to end his tale, that’s cool; it doesn’t diminish the narrative’s chilling, revelatory impact. That said, certain characters’ actions and possible ends are slightly murky, but that may be Ruvolo’s intent. Are we, as readers, meant to question reality versus surrealness, conscious intent versus supernatural influence? Perhaps we are. 
for in my review of The Local Truth. This narrative technique can be challenging to execute,
I won’t name which characters’ arcs affected me the most because doing so might alter how another reacts to what they read if given a hint of an outcome. Blackout is a novel that people must experience for themselves in the moment. Okay, I will say this: I HATED “The Mother” in the first novel (in the way you love to hate a genuinely evil, vile villain), and I abhor her even more here! LOL! I can’t say enough about Rivera’s characterizations and their authenticity, never stiff or forced caricatures of literary horror archetypes.