Not Guilty of Books

  LOST AT THE CROSSING Rail Riders - Book Two by Nicky James Release Date: November 29, 2021 Audio Release Date: April 20, 2026 Review Obsessed with this series, it’s stunning, engaging, and tugs at my heartstrings. Tyler has been trying to find the boy and fellow rail rider who disappeared a long while ago. He’s desperate, not only because he’s started developing feelings for him, but because he needs to know Elian is okay. Elian struggles with how the world sees him and its lack of acceptance. He’s only had two people have his back.  His brother, and now, Tyler. They reunite, but sorting out a future isn’t straightforward or easy, but their journey is gorgeous and touching. The audiobook is wonderful, Nick J Russo is perfect for the style and the author. Truly captivating. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Two lost boys. Two long years. One path back to each other. Elian has lost two major anchors in his life, and he can’t figure out how to get back on track, so h...

  END OF THE LINE Rail Riders - Book One by Nicky James Release Date: July 28, 2021 Audio Release Date: November 16, 2023 Review Such a well-crafted story. One of my favourite things about Nicky James is her unique storylines. This series follows people who ride the rails, live and work along the way. Creating a found family as they go. Some running, some searching. End of the Line is a tale of two men finding out that what they thought they knew may not be the truth, but knowing without question that they will always have each other's backs. Till the End of the Line. Killian has been riding the rails for a while now, so it doesn’t take much to recognize a newbie. Leo isn’t just new to riding; he’s clearly got secrets. As Killian takes Leo under his wing, they keep moving west, along with their friends, who slowly adopt Leo as one of them. Through complications, quiet nights with shared secrets and a beautifully growing love. It’s a really interesting and engaging story that had me...

  THIS GUY Wood Hollow  - Book One by Lane Hayes Release Date: March 25, 2026 Audio Release Date: April 17, 2026 Review Such a delight. More small-town goodness, and I love a romance where neither has to give up something for it. Silas and Cooper are brought together when Silas underestimates a snowstorm and Cooper has to save him (swoon) and nurse him back to warmth. Over time, these temporary neighbours become less and less temporary. And though they are hiding it, they build something strong and true. Throw in a couple of fun kids, and Wood Hollow, Cooper, and Silas win your heart. For the audio lovers, Nick J Russo is the narrator.  Need I say more?!? He’s such a wonderful talent. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Such a delight. More small-town goodness, and I love a romance where neither has to give up something for it. Silas and Cooper are brought together when Silas underestimates a snowstorm and Cooper has to save him (swoon) and nurse him back to warm...

  PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS Shadowy Solutions - Book Five by Nicky James Release Date: March 26, 2026 Audio Release Date: March 26, 2026 Review Ah man, Diem’s journey has been incredible. This dark, trouble, lonely man has had no one but an elderly grandmother to turn to. His life has been a struggle of PTSD, anger, addiction, and difficulty in building relationships. Then Tallus happened. The bubbly, chatty and inquisitive man has declared his interest in Diem and no matter what Diem hasn’t been able to shake him. (spoiler - he doesn’t really want to). Book five, they’ve see their share of struggles, worked some tough cases, and through it all they are building something beautiful.  Diem has come such a long way and I couldn’t love it more. He’s almost downright tender by the end! You really need to read the series - romance and sleuthing. And if you listen to audiobooks, you absolutely must listen to them. Nick J. Russo is perfect for this series. He is a master at the gruff s...

  READING BETWEEN THE LINES Shadowy Solutions - Book Three by Nicky James Release Date: March 6, 2025 Audio Release Date: March 24, 2025 Review Diem’s world contains a lot of darkness. He has to fight to make it through each day. But now he has Tallus, you batters him with happiness, love, and affection. I’m not going to lie, Tallus annoys me.  If I met him in real life, I would leave the room.  A bit childish and purposefully naive. But I can see why he works for Diem. Diem gets stuck in his own head, and Tallus prods him out of it. This time, they’ve got themselves mixed up in a twisted case in the small town of Port Hope. The suspects are numerous. The town drunk, a dark book club involving some teenagers, and a teacher who is a little too unconcerned with the questionable behaviour of his students. Along with some unhelpful small-town police. Through twists and turns, Tallus and Diem make strides in both the case and their relationship. It’s a gripping story, and real...