Not Guilty of Books

  THE STOPPING PLACE by Lily Morton Release Date: July 6, 2020 Audio Release Date: April 17, 2026 Review Classic Lily - fun, cheeky, and puts a smile on your face. This is a quick listen, but it’s like a little treat. Delivered by Lily’s fav narrator, Joel Leslie, the humour and characters are delivered flawlessly. An unexpected fling has both men feeling things they shouldn’t, because it’s going to end when Ziggy moves on. Because Ziggy has an emotional connection with his hometown. But maybe, just maybe, this fling is exactly what they both need to find something real. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Simeon Frith is recovering from a car accident at his house in Cornwall. He’s a successful man and usually very self-sufficient, but after attempting to open a can of baked beans with a brick, he realises that he needs help. However, he never imagined that putting an advert in the paper for an assistant would result in the gorgeous Ziggy Tuesday sauntering into his life....

  SHORT STACK Short Stack - Volume One by Lily Morton Release Date: October 2, 2020 Audio Release Date: December 11, 2025 Narrated by Joel Leslie Review I can’t tell you how many times I full-on laughed out loud - walking down the street, shopping in the store, working at my desk. I literally couldn’t help myself. Honestly, these snippets of beloved characters brought me absolute joy. Funny, tender, and always swoony. And we should definitely talk about Joel Leslie’s skill as a narrator. That man has such talent, and this volume of short stories with so many different characters really highlights how amazing he is at voices and personalities. Lily and Joel are a match made in heaven. Gah, I adore all the characters, and it’s wonderful to get additional hits of them, like the hits of sugar I get with each Christmas cookie I’ve been eating this holiday season. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis What happens after the happy ending? Drawn together for the first time, this is ...

  SINK OR SWIM Shore Leave - Book Two by Annabeth Albert Release Date: February 22, 2022 Audio Release Date: February 22, 2022 Narrator: Greg Boudreaux & Joel Leslie Review Sometimes one score leads to an even bigger one. Getting to know Calder as a whole person was pretty great because he was so much more than we saw in book one. And single parent, Felix, raising his two nieces, is the perfect match for him. Calder is forced to think about more than just the moment and some fun. And as they navigate their budding feelings, his career, and the girls, they develop something strong and deep.  It was a wonderful story, and also a really enjoyable audiobook.  Greg Boudreaux and Joel Leslie do a great job delivering a compelling story. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis A meet-cute leads to more than they expected in this military-hero romance from award-winning author Annabeth Albert Navy chief Calder Euler loves to win big. His latest score? A remote mountain c...

  THE PLAYER by Lily Morton Release Date: November 18, 2024 Audio Release Date: November 14, 2024 Review Con and Frankie are such a lot of fun, as is their story.  Between their mutual pinning, some awkward misunderstandings, and some really great side characters (including a crime-obsessed parrot), this is a thoroughly enjoyable story. Frankie is widowed by Con’s best friend. But even if he hadn’t died, it’s inevitable that these two would have found their way to each other. They’re perfect for one another. Best friends and lovers. Set in a quaint village with open garden days, meddling neighbours - really, the whole shebang. It’s exactly what I love about Lily’s writing.   Not to mention that the narration is done by Joel Leslie, who always delivers a top-notch performance.  It’s like Lily and He are made for each other. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Frankie Bishop had only been married for a few months when he became a widower, leaving him with...

  HUG IT OUT Haven Hart - Book Two by Davidson King Release Date: March 27, 2018 Audio Release Date: November 6, 2018 Review A professional cuddler and an assassin - how can you not want to read that?!! What’s better is that Teddy was hired to cuddle Riordan by his sister who thought he seemed down. Which was true, if only she knew why! I loved them both, and competence is totally a kink of mine.  Apparently, it doesn’t matter if that competency is in killing people or bringing love, care and touch to someone’s life. Swoon either way. While Riordan is questioning his career and how to move forward in life, he and the organization he works for are put to the test when traitors turn out to be in their midst and working against them. It’s a high-stakes story, tempered with some gentle kindness…and drama! Cuz loving an assassin with a conscience isn’t always easy. Narrators Philip Alces and Joel Leslie on their own are fantastic, together - chef’s kiss!  Add to your TBR List ...