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History & Alternate History

REVIEW: Heart of Sherwood, by Edale Lane

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Heart of Sherwood

Title: Heart of Sherwood Author: Edale Lane Genre: Historical Fantasy LGBTQ+ Category: FF / Lesbian Publisher: Past and Prologue Press Pages: 372 Reviewer: Jaye Get It On Amazon About The Book What if there had been a real Robin Hood, but instead of being a “he” the heroic outlaw was a “she”? Relive the classic tale told from a new prospective in Heart of Sherwood! When Robyn’s father and brother are killed in the Third Crusade, she is banished from her manor home and branded a traitor by the Sheriff of Nottingham. Disguised as a boy, she joins Little John … Read more

REVIEW: Where Oblivion Lives , by T. Frohock

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Where Oblivion Lives

Title: Where Oblivion Lives Series: Los Nefilim Book One Author: T. Frohock Genre: fantasy, historical LGBTQ+ Category: Gay Publisher: Harper Voyager Pages: 368 Reviewer: Melissa Brus, Paranormal Romance Guild Get It On Amazon About The Book A lyrical historical fantasy adventure, set in 1932 Spain and Germany, that brings to life the world of the novellas collected in Los Nefilim: Spanish Nephilim battling daimons in a supernatural war to save humankind. Born of daimon and angel, Diago Alvarez is a being unlike all others. The embodiment of dark and light, he has witnessed the good and the horror of this world … Read more

REVIEW: Aces Up, by C.J. Baty

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Aces Up

Title: Aces Up Series: Pinkerton Man Book Three Author: C.J. Baty Genre: Mystery LGBTQ+ Category: MM/Gay Publisher: Self Pages: 312 Reviewer: Maryann Get It On Amazon About The Book Stiles Long emphatically did not want his lover, Michael O’Leary to go on the assignment he had been given. He didn’t care that Michael was an amazing poker player or that his commander thought Michael was the perfect man for the job. He almost lost Michael once. He couldn’t go through that again.  Michael needed this. He needed to prove that he was able to take care of himself. He didn’t … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Heart of Sherwood, by Edale Lane

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Heart of Sherwood

QSFer Edale Lane has a new FF “Robin Hood” retelling out: Heart of Sherwood. When Robyn’s father and brother are killed in the Third Crusade, she is banished from her manor home and branded a traitor by the Sheriff of Nottingham. Disguised as a boy, she joins Little John and the rest of the gang in Sherwood Forest—and soon finds herself their leader. Queen Eleanor suspects Prince John is up to no good, and colluding with Sir Guy and the Sheriff of Nottingham. To learn more, she engages Maid Marian as a spy—and unwittingly reunites Marian with her old childhood … Read more

REVIEW: Once Upon a Wolf, by Hurri Cosmo

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Once Upon A Wolf

Title: Once Upon a Wolf Author: Hurri Cosmo Genre: Parnaormal, Historical LGBTQ+ Category: MM Gay Publisher: Painted Hearts Publishing Pages: 113 Reviewer: Scott Get It On Amazon About The Book Hawk is alone, hiding from the world, living in a tiny, rickety cabin his grandfather built. He has few supplies and fewer yet of the skills needed to survive on his own, but because of what he did, because of what his father caused him to do… well, there’s just no other choice. But then one day “Ghost” shows up. A large black lone wolf who begins to “take care … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Deviant Desire, by Jackson Marsh

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Deviant Desire

Jackson Marsh has a new gay historical mystery out, book one in the Clearwater Mysteries: Deviant Desire. The Victorian East End lives in fear of the Ripper and his mission to kill rent boys. Silas Hawkins, nineteen and forging a life on the streets could well be the next victim, but when he meets Archer, his life changes forever. Young, attractive and rich, Archer is Viscount Clearwater, a philanthropist, adventurer and homosexual. When Archer suspects the Ripper is killing to lure him to a confrontation, he risks his reputation and his life to stop the madman’s murders. Every man must … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Rebel Hell, by Brian Barr

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QSFer Brian Barr has a new queer alternative history book out in his “Carolina Daemonic” series: Rebel Hell. Enter Book II of the Carolina Daemonic epic novel series, Rebel Hell! Rebel Hell picks up immediately after the cliffhanger ending of Book I: Confederate Shadows. After the destruction of Charleston and Columbia, SC, OrbTech carries out its plans for world domination with flying undead creatures, massive steambots, necromancers, and armed enforcers. Magicians, mystics, and rebels stand against the evil corporation as the United States of the Confederacy burns to the ground. Succubi, freed from their prison in another dimension, feast on … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GIVEAWAY: Peony Lanterns, by Patricia Correll

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QSFer Patricia Correll has a new MM romance/alt history book out: Peony Lanterns. And there’s a giveaway! Mitsu has been Shiro’s personal servant and best friend since they were both six years old, and he’s been in love with him for nearly that long. While Shiro takes lovers of both sexes, the gulf between their social classes is so vast that Mitsu has never spoken his feelings aloud.  When Shiro meets the beautiful Lady Keiko, he’s instantly infatuated. His affection soon turns to obsession, and Mitsu resigns himself to a life of unrequited love. But as Mitsu looks deeper into … Read more

FOR READERS: Things That Never Happened

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FOR READERS Today’s reader topic comes from QSFer Marina Justyaoi: Queer historical fiction that plays fast and loose with reality – does it irritate you or make you wish it had been that way? (Particularly with LGBTQ+ relationships). What are your faves? Writers: This is a reader chat – you are welcome to join it, but please do not reference your own works directly. Thanks! Join the chat

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Slave Palace, by Wendy Rathbone

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QSFer Wendy Rathbone has a new MM alternate Earth slow burn romance out, book one in the Kingdom of Slaves series: The Slave Palace. Conquered. Captured. Sold as a pleasure slave. After being taken as a prisoner of war, Wulf fights his captors and is sold as a One-Night Thrall to be used and abused, then put to death. He is purchased by a high ranking master of the famous Slave Palace. Why Locke buys him, Wulf has no clue, but something about this master is intriguing. Instead of abuse, Wulf is plied with luxuries he has never known by … Read more