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⏩️REVIEW⏪️

SAVAGE SINNER: Sinfully Savage bk 4 by #KristenLuciano, narrated by #TorThom & #SarahPuckett 4.5🌟

Palpable chemistry here. ❤️

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(Book cover)

Title: Savage Sinner

Author: Kristen Luciani, USA Today bestselling author

Performed by: Sarah Puckett and Tor Thom

(Book review)

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<b>Assassin + Assassin = Mayhem</b>

Dante Villani cracks me up sometimes and infuriates me others. Mostly, though, I enjoy his company. He's charming, which is good, but he misses a couple of indicators that trouble is in their midst. He really is pretty trusting for someone in his line of work. I'm just saying.... 🤷‍♀️

-- Book quote
'I'm back to my murderous self. Even if it's just for a fleeting moment. I really do need to shoot shit more often. Best. Damn. Therapy. Ever.'
-- Dante Villani

Within a chapter or two, the words I used to describe Chellla from 'Savage Beast' are screaming at me about Anya - fierce but naïve. As much as I love her fierceness, the naivety comes across as a disappointment. Another person who has spent their life in the Mafia without much of a spidey sense? That bothers me.

It is a minor detractor as I like how the bulk of this plays out. The sizzle between Anya and Dante is strong from the beginning and carries throughout the book. The fact that Dante's friends and family pop up constantly is another thing I like. They are an integral part of everything. Well, almost everything. 😉

Even though characters and storylines from previous books make appearances, I don't believe prior reading is necessary. There are enough details to provide a pretty good picture of the relevant parts. As is often the case, prior reading is likely to enhance the experience. Your call.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators are Tor Thom and Sarah Puckett. I really like these two, and the accents accentuate that. 🎧💛🎧

Story: 4.5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

July 22, 2025 at 11:19 AM

Gabriel

@gabrielpellegrini.bsky.social

Vai tomar no cu que falta idiota torthom

November 2, 2024 at 10:54 PM

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@hotheadbooknerd.bsky.social

> Narrator: #CarlyRobins & #TorThom
Release date: 23DEC2025

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January 8, 2026 at 3:29 PM

Quinn Reed 📚🏈🏒🎶➕️

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🌸 REVIEW 🌸

THE SINGLE DAD: Dalton Family bk 3 by #MarniMann, narrated by #TorThom & #SummerMorton 4.5🌟

Everly is the glue & cuteness overload. My fave so far. 🌶️😍

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QuinnReads's review of The Single Dad (The Dalton Family, #3)

5/5: Send Food & Tissues I'm gonna put this right out there. Do. Not. Read. This. If. You. Are. Hungry! For crying out loud. This is food 🌽. It should come with a dozen cookies or cupcakes and a fo...

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January 19, 2026 at 4:01 PM

Quinn Reed 📚🏈🏒🎶➕️

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💚REVIEW💚

HUNTED, #KinkCamp bk 1, by #AAnders. Narrated by #ChloeRyan & #TorThom 4🌟

Some interesting characters & plenty of primal behavior. 😍

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(Book cover)

Title: Hunted, Kink Camp
Author: Adriana Anders

(Book review, 1/2)

The Chase & Letting Go

Liev "Overlord" King and Grace "Rosebud" Dubois are an exciting couple. I love the primal aspects that bring them together and how they are drawn to each other without realizing why.

Male Primal Hunter seeks Female Prey for a one-time, anonymous hunt. No faces. No names. No repeats.

This message that brings them together is hot and tempting, even for someone who's not keen on being chased in the woods at night by a stranger. 🔥🥵

-- Book quote:
I follow it, deeper into this thing that’s not anonymous, that’s not one-time. That’s not ending with a clean, easy break. I follow it because, right now, right here, this light is the only thing I have.
-- Liev King

(Book review, 2/2)

There are several fantastic supporting characters. Lamé and the Perkins are amongst my faves! They bring plenty of laughter to the mix.

I rarely comment on covers, even if they do attract or detract me, but this one is a keeper. It fits the energy of the book, especially Grace and Liev.

I read and listened to the audio book. The narrators are Tor Thom and Chloe Ryan. I like both narrators, I do, but duet is best for them. Either acting out (or however you refer to it for audio) their non-principle MC wasn't always consistent with the vibe provided by the other narrator. It wasn't horrible, but it was noticeable. Also, the pronunciation of Lamé was inconsistent. I think it should be lah-MAY (or luh-MAY), as in gold lamé.

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 3.5 stars
Listening Speed: 1.75x

H = 33; h = 27

March 21, 2025 at 11:50 AM

Gabriel

@gabrielpellegrini.bsky.social

TORTHOM !!! 3 PTS E A FALTA

November 2, 2024 at 9:38 PM

Quinn Reed 📚🏈🏒🎶➕️

@quinnreed.bsky.social

🔹️REVIEW🔹️

SAVAGE BEAST: Sinfully Savage bk 3 by #KristenLuciano, narrated by #TorThom & #SarahPuckett 4🌟

A good Mafia bk to sink my 🦷 into

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(Book cover)

Title: Savage Beast

Author: Kristen Luciani, USA Today bestselling author

Performed by: Sarah Puckett and Tor Thom

(Book review)

>Family Blinders<

I can easily sum up Marchella "Chella" Amante. Fierce and naïve. She's fiercely protective of those she cares about, but her blinders, especially when it comes to her brother, are undoubtedly a hindrance. There are times that I also feel her naivety is a bit much.

Then there is Roman Villani. There are times when I have similar thoughts about him. In his case, him trying to shed his enforcer mentality has him getting caught up in his own makings. I do like him despite his faults.

-- Book quote
'The vibrations ripple through me like I’m a body of water, and he’s a smooth stone skipping over the surface.'
-- Marchella Amante

Although I definitely liked this book, there are some unnecessary repetitions and timeline discrepancies. Ignoring them is easy enough, but it still strikes a nerve.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators, Tor Thom and Sarah Puckett, are really good. With different accents, it would've been really awesome if this was in duet. I still enjoyed their efforts.

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

July 21, 2025 at 11:58 PM

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We love to read for our pleasure, so keep your mind, and emotions safe!

Audio Book Available
Publisher: @dreamscape-media.bsky.social
Narrator: #AndiArnd & #TorThom
Release date: 23DEC2025

December 16, 2025 at 6:11 PM

Exausthom

@thommatinho.bsky.social

Vou fazer uma marca pra começar a vender Tortas, to pensando em chamar de Torthom sera que pega mal?

May 5, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Gabriel

@gabrielpellegrini.bsky.social

Torthom pra 3 !!!

September 6, 2024 at 1:14 AM

Soippo

@soippo.bsky.social

#ajsherwood #torthom #zacharyzaba #fortunefavorsthefae #mmromance #mmfantasy #audiobookreview

Audiobook
TITLE: A Fae Coin Transported Me into
Another World and Now I'm the Gay
Holy Maiden
SERIES: A Fortune Favors the Fae Standalone
AUTHOR: AJ Sherwood
NARRATOR: Tor Thom & Zachary Zaba
LENGTH: 11:03

SUMMARY
What happens when you fall and hit the webtoons trope tree? You get killed by Truck-kun, get transported to a fantasy world by a sentient Fae coin, and become the first gay holy maiden.
Jake Alexander is Not Happy to be sure.
Fortunately in Jake's case, part of the trope tree includes the gorgeous Duke of the North, Theon.
And starting a business from scratch, which he's always wanted to do. And revitalizing his new country which is on the verge of collapse.
He could do without the killer miasma and corrupted kings and the singing magic and a sentient coin that doesn't shut up, however.
Jake's not sure if he should thank or melt the Fae coin into *ahem* something more useful.
Gay Holy Maiden is a part of the multi-author series, Fortune Favors the Fae. From spicy to sweet, zany romps to epic adventures, there's something for everyone in this mystical series. Discover destiny and true love and follow the coin on its fickle journey to the next world and a new magical adventure.

NOTES

Story wise I liked the surprising twist at the end. Unfortunately the main characters stayed a bit distant but I'm not sure was it due to the writing or the narration or a combination of both.

World building also felt lacking. There were a lot side characters and a lot of things happening but it was more like a chore list than a story at times. However the ending was rather good.

Narration wasn't all that enjoyable to me. A bit monotone and often difficult to differentiate the characters let alone the mood from one another.

October 11, 2025 at 6:16 PM

Daniela Acitelli

@danielaacitelli.bsky.social

I recently caught up with the wonderful #TorThom and do I have a treat for you. You can watch the full video here...
youtu.be/zePZqxSCt8k?...

October 24, 2025 at 7:22 PM

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@hotheadbooknerd.bsky.social

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Note: Please read and review all trigger warnings before picking up any recommended book. We love to read for our pleasure, so keep your mind, and emotions safe!

Audio Book Available
Publisher: #BrillianceAudio / #Montlake
Narrator: #LaurenSweet & #TorThom
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May 9, 2025 at 12:56 PM