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Review: I’m the creator of the series so I can’t really give an unbiased review, but RORY has a mixture of genres that can appeal to almost anyone. If you like dark humor, cynicism, cute art and suspense then you might enjoy this! (Note: The story focuses on a gay protagonist who gets himself intimately involved with another man, but this story is not a romance! At least not for long.)  

It’s definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you’re into morality conflict story, this is the one for you. It definitely deserves much bigger recognition.

Title: In the End Author: Jukstapositioned Format: Novel Published/Free: Free Length: 49 chapters Status: Complete Rating: Mature Warnings: Not provided Link: http://original.adultfanfiction.net/story.php?no=600102748 Summary: "We're together because we can." For those words alone, he would never understand how much I had given up. Review: Kirin, a newly ascended kumicho finds himself attracted to the self-destructive host Shuusei. Their meeting at the host club/brothel was like the clashing of a tiger and a dragon. Kirin was bent on the idea he was to own and have this beautiful host, while Shuusei would never allow himself to be owned. Slowly Kirin knows that the affection he has for the host is love and so there is a lot to conquer, Shuusei's trust to live and never leave him. This is really one true Japanese yaoi fiction. It was like watching Japanese Godfather, just that it's not about mafias instead about yakuza and the plot is of course different. Not to mention that the author’s style is really something new and unique, I've never read anything like this. If you're a person who likes romance and thrillers, then this is the right choice! (Original Post)

Review: While the core plot is a classic 40’s noir style mystery, Freddy and Napoleon are together (sort of) and their navigation of their relationship and all it’s secrets is a driving motivation of their characters, and the sex scenes are just the right kind of steamy. While the queer romance is a secondary plot in some ways, it’s also vital to the story of both the queer characters and the overall plot. Plus, the writing in general is sharp, well researched and utterly gripping and the art lovely.

Title: In the Company of Strangers Author: Ranger Format: Novel Published/Free: Free Length: 12 chapters Status: Complete Rating: Teen Warnings: None Link: http://rolfandranger.blogspot.com/2010/01/in-company-of-strangers.html Summary: Joss is in a wheelchair. But Joss is also a social worker who is called one night by one of his "clients" who wants to meet him. Only, when Joss reach the rendezvous point, the kid is dead and his pockets are full of a new drug that's all the rage in town and probably worth enough to kill. That's what the asshole detective on the case says anyway. Review: I liked the characters the most. I found them very original. Joss is in a wheelchair, but he doesn't fear going on the street for his job. His father and mother are worried enough for ten people anyway. Then there is the boyfriend. A sweet guy if I ever read about one. Don't start me on the inspector, he's someone you'll love hating, and yet… So yeah, characters. Then there is the added benefit of a very good story with a plot that holds tight against everything you might throw at it and will surprise you until the end. Everyone has a part to play and it was a pleasure to see so much control over every little bit of the plot. Very, very well done. (Original Post)

Title: The Hanged Man's Ghost Author: Missouri Dalton Format: Novel Published/Free: Published Length: 274 pages Status: Complete Rating: Mature Warnings: Warnings not provided Link: http://www.torquerebooks.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=97&products_id=3507 Summary: Detective Fynn Adder is embarking on the case that will change his life forever. The ghosts of murder victims are leaving him clues, his drinking problem is out of control, and no matter how nepotistic the Chicago Police Department might be, there are some forces his family's reputation can't save him from. Just a few years ago, Fynn's longtime partner Robert was murdered and the case went unsolved. As he gets deeper into a new investigation, it becomes apparent that somehow the two cases are connected. To make matters worse, it's clear to Fynn that forces beyond this world have come into play. Forces like Internal Affairs agent Daniel Voight, who's determined to make dirt stick to Fynn any which way he can. The only real bright points in Fynn's day are when he's with Jack, his unfortunately straight partner. Fynn is going to have to pull himself together--because if the dead don't kill him, his family will. Review: Ok, a cop who sees ghosts is a cliché, but I like this one! There is a plot and a ghost who wants to kill the people that Fynn loves...and just when Fynn has found someone to love... So go and look and don't worry, it ends well! (Original Post)

Title: The Element of Surprise Author: Shain Minuk Format: Webcomic Published/Free: Free Length: Up to volume 3 so far Status: Wip Rating: Teen Warnings: A little violence, some bondage (not BDSM), talking penis Link: http://www.misterkitty.org/comics/element/elementintro.html Summary: In an unnamed city in an unnamed state somewhere in America's "rust belt", two men meet. Mark, an overmodest young carpenter, comes to the aid of Ben, an overconfident reporter for the city's newspaper; soon Mark finds himself drawn into the crime and vice of local politics while simultaneously, unwillingly, falling in love with Ben. Review: I really enjoy this comic. The main characters are cute and I like the blend of crime drama/action, romantic fluff and humour. I might be biased because she's a friend of mine but this is a fun, breezy read and I hope you'll enjoy it as much as I do. The art is... well, cute, and the story is fast-paced and exciting. Things happen a little too fast around the end of volume 1, I think, but she's said that she hopes to fill in some of the gaps in the new story. The humorous parts may be jarring to some, but they really are pretty funny. There are also short bonus stories along with the two longer stories, and they mostly focus on humour and provide a little extra background to the main characters. (Original Post)