Showing posts with label Ethan's Choice. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ethan's Choice. Show all posts

Saturday, August 17, 2013

Ethan's Choice - Book 1 in the Kindred Spirits series

Ethan's Choice

by Jude Mason and Jenna Byrnes
Genre     Paranormal/ Gay
Book Length     Novel
Erotic Rating     Total-e-burning
Cover art by     Natalie Winters
ISBN#     978-1-906811-72-3

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Book One in the Kindred Spirits series.

When two insanely hot guys encounter a few distressed spirits in the beautiful Whiskers’ Seaside Inn, love becomes entangled with a mystery that must be solved.
Whiskers’ Seaside Inn doesn’t sound like the most exotic location for a weekend getaway, but it’s certainly intriguing. Ethan Roberts is smitten the moment he sees the weathered clapboard inn, and even more so when he meets the establishment’s hunky handyman.

Cade Wyatt seems like a good man to have around. He’s muscular, handsome and very protective of the inn and its occupants. He falls into lust, and then bed, with Ethan.

The inn has two paying guests, but Ethan discovers there’s another cast of characters who come and go. Cade might be nonchalant about the ghosts, but Ethan’s not sure he feels the same. He wants Cade more than anything, but Cade won’t leave the inn. Somehow, Ethan must find a way to live with the spirits as well as the man he’s come to love.

Tuesday, November 09, 2010

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ETHAN’S CHOICE
Book #1 in the Kindred Spirits Series
Jude Mason & Jenna Byrnes
ISBN: 978-1-906811-72-3
Publisher: Total E-Bound
Genre: m/m, paranormal

Today may be your lucky day.

With the next in the series coming out very soon, Jude thought a tease, a taste, a glimmer of what’s to come might be appropriate.

Need more—a little excerpt perhaps to wet your whet your appetite, maybe encourage you to dive in? Check it out:

Someone was walking towards the ocean—a man. He was too far away to tell a great deal more, except he had wide shoulders and seemed to be muscular. And he had long hair.

Could it be Cade?

Ethan stepped closer to the base of a tree and peered across the sand, trying to make out more detail. The figure reached the water and, with a sudden spurt of energy, raced ahead eight or ten paces and dived in.

Ethan watched and waited for the man to surface, certain it was Cade. It had to be. Who else would have that long, sexy hair and be on this beach at exactly the right time?

The moon hovered on the distant horizon, its curved brilliance sending a long trail across the ocean, reaching for the very beach he was observing. A cooling breeze wafted across his face, and he sighed with pleasure. The figure, Cade, surfaced and swam out for what seemed like a mile but couldn’t have been more than a few dozen metres. When he began the journey back to shore, Ethan wondered if he should leave the man alone. The voyeur in him decided to stay.

A few moments later, he was glad he had.

The man walked out of the water and headed straight for where Ethan stood. Luckily, Ethan was in shadows and close to the tree so he knew he wouldn’t be seen easily. He was sure he’d never be able to explain why he was lurking in the woods if he was noticed.

It was indeed Cade, and as he got even nearer, Ethan’s heart raced. The man was naked. His midsection was paler than the rest of his skin, but not much, and the thatch of dark hair around his cock and balls stood out starkly.

Cade stopped when he was no more than half a dozen metres from Ethan. For the first time, Ethan noticed the blanket spread across the sand. Cade’s clothing lay at one end, and the man reached for a towel next to the pile.

Ethan was mesmerised. The man was truly a delight for the eyes and seemed so at ease with his nakedness. Once Cade had dried himself, he sprawled on the blanket.

Perhaps it was time for Ethan to slink back to his room, since the show was over. A wonderful show to be sure, and one he’d think about later when he showered or lay alone in bed. He’d just eased away from the tree when Cade moved, catching Ethan’s attention once more. Cade’s hand crossed his belly and moved down to the sleeping giant between his thighs.

Ethan froze. He scarcely dared take a breath for fear he’d make some sound. 

The moon was just right. The silver rays seemed focussed on the lovely man sprawled before him. Cade slid his fingers around his cock and squeezed. His erection rose, thickening as it lengthened, until it looked full and hard.

Ethan gaped and slipped his hand around the growing bulge in his jeans. Holy fuck! His mind raced. Will the guy really do it?

He didn’t dare blink or even breathe too heavily in case he missed something or disturbed the fantasy lying in front of him.


Oh my! It seems Ethan’s walk on the beach has been interrupted. *Ahem!* You think he minds?

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Jude

Friday, July 30, 2010

Blog Tour and Prizes - Begins on July 31rst

To celebrate the upcoming August 2nd release of Alex's Appeal, at Total E-Bound, Jenna Byrnes and I are having a blog tour this coming week. You're all invited!  Whooo hoo! Here's the schedule:

July 31 - Erotic Romance Reader (Janna) 

August 1 - Marie Sexton 

August 2 – A Moment with Mystee 

August 3 – Mystery World of P.A. Brown  

August 4 – All I Want and More - Cecile Smith http://www.alliwantandmore.blogspot.com/

August 5 – The Stuff of Myth and Men - Keta Diablo http://thestuffofmythandmen.blogspot.com/

August 6 – EH on Books and More  

http://erotichorizon.blogspot.com/

Each day, we've got a new post on the scheduled blog, some special insightful stuff about Jenna and I and some excerpts which you won't want to miss. AND, for those who leave comments you'll have a chance to win the ebook of your choice from our co-authored titles.(There are a few...*G*) Each blog host will choose their own winner the day after our post and we'll make sure the ebook is delivered. So, when you post, make sure you leave an email address!


Hey, that's seven chances to win!

Not bad odds people. 

Good luck and have fun following our blog tour!

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

5 Star review for Ethan's Choice

Acquanetta Ferguson of the San Diego Erotica and Romance Books Examiner

Welcome to another erotic book review. Today I present to you Ethan's Choice by Jude Mason & Jenna Byrnes.

Now for my disclaimer: This book or review not intended for people under 18 due to graphic sex and is intended for adults. My reviews also may include materials that some people may find offensive and objectionable. Just so you know.

Ethan’s Choice is a supernatural erotic thriller. It has ghosts and two men finding each other amidst the spirits shenanigans.

This story opens up with Ethan going to an inn in a rustic town in Canada called Whiskers' Seaside Inn. Before he can get inside, his eyes fall on a man named Cade who is taking care of the shrubbery and he likes what he sees.

These two just seem to gravitate towards each other. Their sex scenes are hard and intense as only two men can be. Amidst their trysts is a ghost or spirit who latches onto Ethan and shows him visions that have him, a non-believer, believing in ghosts by the end.

From the dialogue and character development, this story is intriguing and will keep you glued from the beginning page until the last page. The scenery and setting is described so well I could “see” and “smell” the beachside inn.

Bottom line I give the book a 5. It was explicit where it needed to be. It was also a thrilling read. The ghosts’ story was interesting and the set-up for the next book is nicely done. Don’t let this book pass you by.

Purchase book and excerpt here

Friday, June 05, 2009

Reviews, reviews, reviews

I've received some amazing reviews in the last couple of weeks and I thought I'd share a few snippets with you. If you'd like to read the full reviews, either go to the review sites, or check out my website.

Review for Spank Me Once

My contribution to this antho was:

Oh Behave! by Jude Mason

Regina
Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More had this to say:

I enjoyed this story immensely because of the strong emotions between Cathy and Nate. So often when I have read BDSM stories, the emotions have been left out, but Ms. Mason does a great job with showing them in this story. And of course, the sex is enough to singe your eyebrows! This is one story you do not want to miss.

Review for Spank Me Twice

Reviewed By: Janelle of You gotta read reviews
Rating: You Need/Want to Read

I liked this story. It was handled with a lightheartedness that is rather rare in BDSM. It also tackles that touchy subject of introducing spanking into a relationship. Even though the story itself is fairly short, the reader still gets a feel of the characters and their feeling for each other.

While there is no actual sex in this story, it is still very sexualized and leaves the reader wondering just who is dominate once the doors close.

And finally:

Review for Ethan's Choice


E. H., from Erotica Horizon Reviews had some very nice things to say about this book:

First thing that strike me was the loads of description the ladies uses in this book - everything had a smell, a taste, a feel and just a sense about it. It cemented a whole lot of the book and made everything more pronounced and lends an air to the drama that was happening behind the front desk of the Inn.


I am not sure if "Whiskers' Seaside Inn" is a real place but the description of the place is so clear and the little story that goes with it is so sweet.


The support characters they introduce us to are no fun - really they are moody, irritable and downright scary at times and i jumped a few time at some of the eeriness of the scenes - nicely done.


There was a nice mix of acceptance and paranoia to the entire happenings at the inn - which i thought was a good balance. It would have been too convenient if everyone accepted the spooky going on's behind the scene.


The paranormal element was well written, lots of back story, the eventual sightings, the scary and the mystery that surround them was a nice touch - i actually ended up liking these ghost a lot.

I was impressed with the fact that every time i think i have a handle on the plot - something new crops up. (The permanent guest, and ghost and Spirit revelation).


The ladies left us on a high and at a point that i had so many scenarios going through to my mind, but all in all i like the HEA for all involved.


That's about it. I know, enough too. LOL There's always a touch of fear when a review comes in. Will the book be accepted? Will the reviewer Get It, or will the book completely baffle them/turn them off, a dozen things. It's an amazing feeling when they say something nice.


Thank you to all those great reviewers out there.

Monday, May 11, 2009

Ethan's Choice, available now!

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Ethan's Choice


Book #1 in the Kindred Spirits Series
Co-authors: Jude Mason & Jamie Hill
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SBN: 978-1-906811-72-3

Genre: Paranormal / Gay
Publisher: Total E-Bound


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Blurb:

When two insanely hot guys encounter a few distressed spirits in the beautiful Whiskers' Seaside Inn, love becomes entangled with a mystery that must be solved.

Whiskers' Seaside Inn doesn't sound like the most exotic location for a weekend getaway, but it's certainly intriguing. Ethan Roberts is smitten the moment he sees the weathered clapboard inn, and even more so when he meets the establishment's hunky handyman.

Cade Wyatt seems like a good man to have around. He's muscular, handsome and very protective of the inn and its occupants. He falls into lust, and then bed, with Ethan.

The inn has two paying guests, but Ethan discovers there's another cast of characters who come and go. Cade might be nonchalant about the ghosts, but Ethan's not sure he feels the same. He wants Cade more than anything, but Cade won't leave the inn. Somehow, Ethan must find a way to live with the spirits as well as the man he's come to love.

Excerpt

Just then, the door to the car park opened, and in walked the stud who’d caught Ethan’s attention earlier. The man was still wearing just the cut-offs and work boots, and Ethan had to grab control of himself before his mouth opened and he said something completely inappropriate. Sandy blond hair hung in a ponytail down his back. His chest glistened with sweat, the smattering of hair plastered to his flesh. Muscular thighs rippled as the guy walked closer, and Ethan couldn’t help but wonder how they’d feel wrapped around him. He forced down a groan, but there wasn’t a chance in Hell he could have looked away.

“Hey, Stan, I’m done for the day. That Wisteria was a mess, but it looks good, now.” The hunk faced Ethan and nodded.

“Thanks, Cade. That thing should have been hacked back a couple of years ago.” He nodded sideways. “Mr. Roberts, this is Cade Wyatt, our handyman and gardener. Cade, Mr. Roberts is here for the weekend, so you’ll be seeing him around for a couple of days.”

Ethan stretched out his arm, and the two men shook hands. Cade’s grip was firm, his skin slightly rough from the physical labour. “Pleased to meet you.” Ethan fought to keep his hand from trembling.

Cade looked at him, his brown eyes going from his face down to his mid-section and then back up—as if the man were judging him or evaluating him. Ethan felt his cock stir and prayed he wouldn’t get an erection.

“Likewise.” Cade released his hand and smiled. “You here on business or pleasure?”

“It started out as just a weekend away. But, I just heard that Mr. Felton here is thinking of selling the inn, so it might be business, too.”

“Really?” Stan and Cade said together.

Ethan chuckled and nodded. “Yeah. I’ve been thinking a lot about getting out of the rat race I’m in. Something like this inn would be perfect.”

“Well, that would be spectacular.” Stan beamed.

“Sounds like you two might have some business to talk over,” Cade remarked and turned towards the door. “I’ll see you in the morning, Stan.”

“I didn’t mean to rush you off, Cade,” Ethan said quickly. “It’s a little late to be discussing business, anyway.”

“No problem. It’s been a long day, and I’ve got some relaxing to do.” Cade opened the door and, over his shoulder, said, “I’ll see you tomorrow, maybe.”

Ethan watched the man’s ass twitch back and forth as he strode away. Cade headed around the building and was quickly out of sight. But, not out of mind. Ethan would be thinking about him for a while, that was for sure.

“He’s a good man, that Cade Wyatt. He’s been a godsend to Margaret and me. We’d never have been able to handle the upkeep on this place.”

“Yeah, he seems nice.” Ethan wondered about the man. He was attracted, no doubt there. But what about Cade? Was the sexy stud straight or gay?

“Mr. Roberts, were you serious about the inn? I mean buying it?” A note of enthusiasm sounded in Stan’s voice. “We haven’t even got it on the market.”

“I think I’m serious. Of course, I’d want to check the place out before I say anything else.”

“Sure, and really, Margaret and I haven’t actually made the decision, yet.”

Ethan nodded and, with his coffee packets in hand, headed for the exit. “We’ll talk about it, Stan. There’s no rush. Right now, I think I’ll check out my room a little more.”

“Good night, Mr. Roberts.” Stan walked him to the door leading outside. “Don’t forget, breakfast between eight and ten. Margaret really does a nice spread, considering the few guests we have.”

“Oh? How many are there?” Ethan asked.

“Just one other guest at the moment. An older lady. She’s at the far end from you, upstairs.”

“That’s it?”

“Yep. Unusual, even for this time of year, or so I was told by the previous owner.”

Ethan nodded. “I’ll see you in the morning. Thanks for the coffee packets.” He headed along the walkway for his room but noticed a pathway leading towards the surrounding trees and the ocean beyond.

A stroll on the beach sounds like a fantastic way to unwind. He wandered down the path.

When he reached the stunted fir trees, the trail became much more evident and easier to follow, even in the gathering darkness. A dozen paces further along, the trees opened onto the sand.

Someone was walking towards the ocean—a man. He was too far away to tell a great deal more, except he had wide shoulders and seemed to be muscular. And he had long hair.

Could it be Cade?

Ethan stepped closer to the base of a tree and peered across the sand, trying to make out more detail. The figure reached the water and, with a sudden spurt of energy, raced ahead eight or ten paces and dived in.

Ethan watched and waited for the man to surface, certain it was Cade. It had to be. Who else would have that long, sexy hair and be on this beach at exactly the right time?

The moon hovered on the distant horizon, its curved brilliance sending a long trail across the ocean, reaching for the very beach he was observing. A cooling breeze wafted across his face, and he sighed with pleasure. The figure, Cade, surfaced and swam out for what seemed like a mile but couldn’t have been more than a few dozen metres. When he began the journey back to shore, Ethan wondered if he should leave the man alone. The voyeur in him decided to stay.

A few moments later, he was glad he had.

The man walked out of the water and headed straight for where Ethan stood. Luckily, Ethan was in shadows and close to the tree so he knew he wouldn’t be seen easily. He was sure he’d never be able to explain why he was lurking in the woods if he was noticed.

It was indeed Cade, and as he got even nearer, Ethan’s heart raced. The man was naked. His midsection was paler than the rest of his skin, but not much, and the thatch of dark hair around his cock and balls stood out starkly.


©2009 Jamie Hill and Jude Mason

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