Traveller by Caitiona Page

 GENRE: Coming of Age, Lesbian Fiction

 Caitriona Page is a first rate story teller true to her own Irish roots. She weaves the plot around twists and turns that transports the reader to the story. Her characters have a depth that build on each other. It was a tale of a true modern day bard. This tale of coming of age and working through trials is just what I needed.  I look forward to reading more from this wordsmith.

Dal Segno by Jax Meyer

GENRE: Lesbian Romance

I had to delay reading this book because it was too raw after A Marine's Awakening but apparently you are supposed to read this first which would be less painful. Meyer is an artist with emotions when it comes to words. This story is all about second chances and fresh starts which honestly, couldn't we all use that at some point.

A Marine's Discovery by Jax Meyer

GENRE: Lesbian Romance, Military

This is the follow up to A Marine's Awakening. Five years later Sharon and Cam face new hurdles but the strength of the characters is still amazing.  Meyer does an amazing job of making you feel the angst of Cam throughout this book. The growth we see in Cam during this novel was fun to see even if it was painful at times. There is a rawness in this book that was not in the first one but it fits with the stages of the characters lives.

A Marine's Awakening by Jax Meyer

GENRE: Lesbian Romance, Military

This is a different coming of age romance because it takes place during Don't Ask, Don't Tell. The characters are well developed an multi-leveled. Cam is the non stereotypical shy butch while Sharon has enough personality to glow. How they develop and face challenges throughout this novel will make you cry, rage, and laugh. It is said this is the second book in the series but I recommend reading it first.

Reasons to Heal by Jenn Matthews

GENRE: Lesbian Romance

In Matthews third book she continues to flex her ability to explore the human condition. In this book she tackles culture and family. The struggles to overcome fear and insecurity as individuals as well as a couple are faced within this novel. Fear is the enemy but love is stronger.

For The Telling (WeHo 13) by Sherryl D. Hancock

GENRE: Lesbian Fiction, Romance

Hancock's books are like meeting up with old friends and feeling you never left. In this she introduces new characters that will meld into the WeHo clan and become family. She never shy's away from conflict but shows with support you can get through anything. These are my comfort books.

The Word Shimmer by Jenn Matthews

GENRE: Lesbian Romance

This was a VERY slow burn book. The characters are well developed and the writing is excellent but I think the plot may have taken some scenic routes. Matthews does bring it all back together but it wasn't as well formed as her debut book. This said her amazing insight into emotions and being able to put them into words to create amazing characters makes her books enjoyable. Overall I would recommend this. She is a young author and we all know that authors improve with age.