1001 Dark Nights: Bundle Twelve Kindle Edition

I loved each and every story in this collection! Some were a new experience for me, I had never read a gay mens romance. Wow, it was a beautiful hot sexy love story. Each story was different and definitely worth a read. Loved, loved, loved it

I received a free copy of this book bundle and am voluntarily leaving my reviews.
If you haven’t read any of the 1001 Dark Nights books, you have been missing out. Each book/book bundle is a treasure. So many amazing authors have contributed stories to 1001 Dark Nights that I recommend you look them all up. Bundle Twelve contains stories by Alexandra Ivy & Laura Wright, Lorelei James, Lara Adrian, and new-to-me authors Nazarea Andrews and Megan Erickson. Overall, I give the bundle five stars because each of the six stories kept my interest with likable, interesting characters.
Kayden/Simon by Alexandra Ivy & Laura Wright are two separate novellas that are part of their Bayou Heat series, which take place deep in the Louisiana Bayou, where a race of puma shifters called the Pantera call home. If you’re already a fan of the Bayou Heat series, then you’ll most certainly enjoy the stories of Kayden and Simon. If you haven’t read any of the Bayou Heat books and you’re a fan of shifter series, then you’ll soon become a fan of the intricate and exciting world of the Pantera, since each story leaves you wanting more of them. I sure do.
Kayden is seeking revenge for the deaths of his parents when he encounters, and then kidnaps, the daughter of his target. Bianca has been sheltered her entire life due to her treatment for, and cure of, cancer by her father, Joshua Ford. Kayden realizes that Bianca is his mate but doesn’t understand why, and they soon find out that things aren’t always what they seem.
Simon left the world of the Pantera years ago and has no desire to return. However, the Guardians need his help so they send their best hunter to track him down and bring him back. Tryst is a lethal Hunter, who wishes she could remain in her cat form 24/7. When she finds Simon, there is an instant attraction which leaves her baffled. Simon escapes her capture and heads to one of his safe houses, but Tryst is a Hunter and soon has him where she wants him. She finds she doesn’t want to return to the Bayou quite yet, especially after she discovers his secret – the secret that drove him from their world. As they discover their need for each other, a betrayal could destroy any chance at happiness for them both.
Strung Up, a Blacktop Cowboys Novella by Lorelei James is a second chance, M/M cowboy romance story. It’s a heartfelt story about Cres, who must find a way to move on from tragedy, and Breck, who must find a way to move on from disgrace, humiliation, and discrimination. Cres has the loving support of his family no matter what he does, but Breck was disowned by his family for who he is. When the two meet again after several years, the spark still exists, but are they both willing to take a chance at happiness? These two characters are very likeable as are the others in the story, so I look forward to reading more books in the series.
Midnight Untamed is a Midnight Breed Novella by Lara Adrian. I have been a fan of this fabulous vampire series for quite a while, so I knew liking this story would be a “no brainer" for me. All of the stories of the no brainer” Midnight Breed and The Order are interesting, compelling, exciting, and steamy – just the way I like my vampires. This Novella focuses on a member of The Order, Ettore “Savage” Selvaggio, who encounters a woman from his past – Arabella “Bella” Genova, a rare Breedmate – while on a critical mission outside of Rome. As expected, this was a quick read that I thoroughly enjoyed as I know all fans of the Midnight Breed will. If you are not yet a fan and enjoy sexy, alpha vampires, I suggest you get started on the Midnight Breed novels. The Midnight Breed world is like no other.
Dirty Sexy Secret is part of the Green County series by Nazarea Andrews. The title of the book did not prepare me for the intense storyline of three adults – Hazel, Eli, and Archer – who were orphaned and raised together when each of their parents were killed in the same plane crash sixteen years ago. I also wasn’t prepared for the dark side of the story. Even though some of the dialogue wasn’t completely straightforward, I was drawn in by the characters and definitely want to check out the next books.
Bite The Hand That Bleeds is part of the Mission series by Megan Erickson. I enjoyed this short prequel novel about the vampire world of the Gregorie clan and a vampire club called “Bite”. I’m definitely interested in getting into more of the stories in the series. Great if you're looking for a very quick vampire read.

3.5- 4 stars! This is another great addition to 1,001 Dark Nights series! I love these anthologies and have found some great new authors in them!

About 1001 Dark Nights: Bundle Twelve: From New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors Alexandra Ivy, Laura Wright, Lorelei James, Lara Adrian, and introducing Nazarea Andrews and Megan Erickson. Six Dark Tales. Six Sensual Stories. Six Page Turners.

Kayden by Alexandra Ivy- 3.5-4 stars. This was a really good, quick read! I really liked Becca and Kayden. I wanted to see them actually shift and be with their pack. It was a little abrupt in the ending. This was my first read by this author and in this series, but I definitely want to read more! Very interesting and different take on shifters! Puma shifters at that!

Simon by Laura Wright- 3.5-4 stars. Also really good! I liked Simon and Tryst. They were really hot together! I still thought the ending was abrupt, but I definitely want to read more from this series.

Strung Up by Lorelei James- 4 stars. This was a good read. M/M is not my thing. It just doesn't ring my bell, so to speak. But I still enjoyed this book for the interesting story. I definitely felt the connection between Cres and Breck. I like the story. I liked the western/rodeo setting.
The writing was good. It was a good length with lots of depth to the characters. I definitely want to read more of this series too.

Midnight Untamed by Lara Adrian- 3.5 stars. This was a good little short story. I liked the world that was built. This story was a bit OTT sweet, but still I enjoyed it. There is some insta-love, suspense, sweet and sexy times. All good stuff.This was my first read by this author and and I definitely want to read more from this series.

Dirty Sexy Secrets by Nazarea Andrews- 3.25-3.5 stars. This was a pretty good read. This felt like a full length novel and I did like that. There were parts of this I liked and parts I didn't. I liked the story. It was interesting, different and fast paced. I wasn't sure about the writing style at first. It was so fast paced that I felt like I might be missing something but I got used to it after a bit. I liked Hazel and Archer. I definitely felt their connection. There was a good bit of suspense, some family drama, good friends, a bit of a taboo relationships, humor and love. It did feel a little overly dramatic and high school drama at times. Archer was a manwhore and it is brought up often with no mention of Hazel's partners/past. There is a lot of mentioned of secrets from the past that we're left to just wonder about for much of the book. I hated Hazel's nickname, Hazy Eyes. And the words "Green County" is mentioned about 50 times. There were small annoyances like that. But overall, I was definitely entertained and wanted to find out what happened in the end. I did need a bit more resolution and an epilogue would have been awesome to see how the couple's future turned out. There were a few plot holes and things that happened that were never fully explained. Still, I did enjoy this book overall and I would definitely try this author again in the future.

Bite the Hand that Bleeds by Megan Erickson- 3.5 stars. Sexy little short story. Roxy is a poor young woman supporting her teenage brother. She heads to Bite, a Vampire club, with her friend to donate blood for money. Sparks fly when she meets Dru, who is head of the club's security. This prequel was pretty different than Blood Guard, book 1 in the series. It is much sexier and less YA feeling. Looking forward to more from this series!

Overall, I enjoyed all the stories in this bundle! I definitely recommend this series. It is packed full of great novellas and stories I have loved!