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 Lorcan's Desire

A Whispering Pines Ranch Novel - Book #1

Despite the loving support of his family, Lorcan James wants to try life on his own, so at twenty-one, he finds himself walking halfway across the country in search of adventure. What he finds is desperation, desperation that leads him straight to Whispering Pines Ranch and right into the path of its strong, arrogant, gorgeous owner, who awakens something in Lorcan he didn’t even know existed.

 

Quinn Taylor is up to his neck in grief and frustration dealing with a neighboring rancher who wants nothing more than to see him go belly-up. He doesn’t need more complications, but from the moment he lays eyes on Lorcan, his world turns upside down. Despite finding in Quinn what his heart craves, Lorcan refuses to be Quinn’s dirty little secret—and Quinn isn’t the only one vying for Lorcan’s attention. Ranch hand Jess will happily declare his love for Lorcan to the world, something Quinn won’t offer—something Lorcan needs above all else

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5 stars from MM Good Book Reviews

Review: Now don’t fall over in shock, but I had no choice but to give this book a 5 heart rating. Yes, I know, I’m more of a 4 heart rating kinda girl, but what can I say, this book is brilliant and the author is evil for the way we have been left hanging and panting for the next book.

4.5 Kisses from Top2Bottom Reviews

"Anger and agony: those are the primary feelings Lorcan’s Desire provoked in me. I was so frustrated by the time I got to the end of this book, in fact, that I had to wait for several days in order to sort out my thoughts and gather them into some semblance of order. In short, S.J.D. Peterson rocked the angst, and I loved every word of it."

Quinn's Need

A Whispering Pines Ranch Novel - Book #2

 It’s been a year since Lorcan James left Whispering Pines Ranch, and Quinn Taylor has barely recovered.  Only two things keep him from falling into the abyss of despair: his work at the ranch and his escape into the world of BDSM at a club called The Push. At The Push, the sound of men begging him helps drown out the bitter memory of his own voice begging Lorcan to stay.

 

When Lorcan comes back to Pegasus, the same blistering heat simmers between them, but almost nothing has changed.  Lorcan is still with Jess, the man he left the ranch with, and Quinn has captured the attention of Ty Callahan, a man who will beg Quinn for anything, anytime, and any way Quinn wants it. Despite how much he wants Lorcan, Quinn swears he’ll never beg a man again. If there’s one thing Quinn has learned the hard way, it’s that not even begging can fill love’s aching need.

Available in ebook and print

 

5 stars from MM Good Book Reviews

This book is brilliant, the story-line is fantastic, the characters are incredible and they have developed and become better people since the last book. The sex is hot, erotic and kinky and there was enough to keep you humming along nicely. The emotions that you feel during this book makes your head spin as you just don’t know who you want to come out on top, Ty or Lorcan. Which one should get Quinn? Jess or Quinn? Which one should get Lorcan? It’s just so hard to choose.

5 stars from - A Bear on Books

SJD Peterson had crafted a fine, emotional and devastating, yet oddly hopeful, followup to "Lorcan's Desire" with "Quinn's Need".  The three men - Quinn, Lorcan, and Jess - are all lovingly drawn, with faults and cracks and desires and virtues.  Each has wants and needs, and each are aware that what exists between Quinn and Lorcan is still unfinished business.  There is a crackling tension that carries over into this book, even a year later.  Their incompleteness is so true to their characters - Jess quietly complacent in his acceptance, Lorcan internalizing and doing his version of the right thing, and Quinn scowling and physically acting out his pain.

And when the elephants in the room are named, they face them.  Name them.  And do their best to deal with them.

But not all of them.  And thank God, there will be a third book in this amazing series.

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Ty's Obsession

A Whispering Pines Ranch Novel ~ Book #3

Ty Callahan knew Quinn Taylor was special the moment he first laid eyes on him. When the angry and heartbroken cowboy finally opens up, Ty sees the real man inside, and for the first time in years, Ty is ready to love again. There’s only one problem: Lorcan James. Although Lorcan has owned a piece of Quinn’s heart for some time, Ty is convinced he is the better man for Quinn and will stop at nothing to prove it.

 

Then Blake Henderson, a strong, dominant cowboy, strolls confidently into Ty’s life, offering an outlet for Ty’s anger, a chance to heal, and an option for his torn affections. Can Ty look beyond his feelings of rage and betrayal and find true peace, or will his obsession destroy them all?

Jo has a couple subplots working in this book. He brings Lorcan and Quinn’s story to a close and, Conner and John, the parent figures on Whispering Pines, play a bigger part in this book. Jo works hard to make his characters real people, flaws and all. The cast of Whispering Pines is dynamic and will draw you in, making you crave more. I recommend you start with the first book, but if you want to read them out of order you can. Jo doesn’t always give you a HEA in the first book, but he does give a HFN and ties up his loose ends in following books. Hot sex, BDSM, laughter, tears and beautiful cowboys, what more do you want in a book. Oh, I know a lead in to the next book in the series. Whose story will it be? Read the full review HERE




TY’S OBSESSION is the best book so far in a set of excellent stories. The insight into the BDSM lifestyle was sensitively written and made me understand the need Ty and Blake felt for it. I loved the ending, but let me warn you, Ms Peterson never lets a good HEA spoil a chance to leave some threads dangling. I can hardly wait for the next book in the series.

MRS CONDIT’S EVALUATION: 5 blissful sweet peas! Read the complete review HERE

Leon

By SJD Peterson

After growing up poor in rural West Virginia, Jase McCoy doesn’t have a single good thought for Christmas… until he dreams of a mysterious stranger who follows him home and treats him to a night of magical passion designed to convince Jase of the joys possible in the holiday season.

Simple

The moment when the world tilts on its axis, completely changing everything. The instant when suddenly everything just falls into place. The second when a heart shatters into a million tiny pieces, only to settle back into place, complete for the first time. When an all-encompassing light surrounds a soul, touching it so deeply a permanent imprint is left behind. The first time true love is felt.

For Brycen Anderson, it didn't happen as it does on TV or on the Hollywood screen. There was no fancy movie set or a multi-million dollar budget. No director taking control. No rehearsals, costumes or media fanfare. It was…

A passing glance…

A casual touch…

Simple.

   

Battle Buddy

Shane Tucker joins Uncle Sam's Army at nineteen. Tucker is gay, but not ready to be open about his orientation and "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" seems like a convenient way to avoid having to dealing with his sexuality.

The Army suits Tucker; he does well right from the beginning. Things get harder for Tucker during boot camp when he is assigned a "Battle Buddy".  Owen Bradford is a walking, talking wet dream, with no concept of personal space--he especially likes being in Tucker's personal space. Tucker barely survives boot camp living with the constant temptation that is Owen Bradford.

Two years later, Tucker--now in the Army Ranger program--is paired up with Owen once again. Getting through training while ignoring the sizzling sexual tension between him and his "Battle Buddy" might be the biggest test of Tucker's military career.

The Review:
Battle Buddy is a richly drawn and authentic portrayal of Army training. S.J.D. Peterson brings Shane Tucker and Owen Bradford vividly to life as they are constantly thrown together during their Army training.
Battle Buddy is an entertaining story written in first person from Shane Tucker’s point of view. Shane and Owen are well-developed vibrant characters that are wonderfully realistic and immensely appealing. Shane’s self-deprecating humor and easy going personality fully engages the reader in this past paced story. Ms. Peterson keeps the sexual tension high as Shane fights his attraction to Owen.
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MRS CONDIT’S OPINION: SJD Peterson’s BATTLE BUDDY is so well researched that I felt it was a peek at an Army recruit’s diary as he went through boot camp and Ranger training.

MRS CONDIT’S EVALUATION: 4 blissful sweet peas!

 

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Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥4 ½Hearts

Reviewer: Pixie

A well-crafted story that is a fantastic friends-to-lovers plot, but doesn’t take the easy way of them just falling into each other’s arms. They both have to work at it and it makes it a more enjoyable read for its readers.

I recommend this to those who love friends to lovers, angst, some erotic loving, great characters and a happy ever after, after a few bumps in the road.

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Always MJ by SJD Peterson is a wonderful heartwarming romance that will have you grinning from ear to ear as Matty and Jay fight their way to happily ever after. The plot is fresh and unique and an unexpected twist adds another layer to the Matty’s new relationship. The protagonists are marvelously flawed and easy to relate to. There is just enough conflict to keep the story moving at a fast pace and SJD Peterson perfectly wraps up this divine romance with a fabulous epilogue.

Definitely a book for the keeper shelf.

Story Prompt:
This boy wants it all: bondage, pain, punishments and rewards given to him by his first real crush. But he is so young and so confused; he's never done anything like that before. It doesn't help that the guy he's after is a vampire... (who in turn is secretly in love with the beautiful young man) ;) Please, help the boy tell his story! Thanks :)



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