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ANIMAL
ATTRACTION
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The first six stories
are also now available in one print edition.
I do have plans to write several more Animal Attraction stories.
Print
edition available
at Amazon
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TAMING
THE WOLF
Ben had accepted that he would quite possibly live the rest of his
life alone; gay
werewolves just didn't happen naturally.
Then one day
Nathan, another rogue-made werewolf, turns up on his doorstep and he finds
that maybe there is a mate for him after all, if he can teach the younger
man how to tame his inner wolf.
Word Count: Short Story
Sexuality: M/M
Smashwords
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This title was
previously released with Phaze.
Reviews:
"This short read takes the reader
through the hardest days of Ben's life, as the fear of losing Nathan
vies with the hope of keeping him. Ben has been so lonely that he is
almost afraid of hoping that things will work out. You, the reader, ride
a roller coaster of emotions as he tries to save Nathan, first because
it's the right thing to do, and then because he recognizes his visceral
attraction to the man, which will be wasted if he can't save his life.
How can Ben force Nathan to control his wolf? If willpower alone would
do it, it would be done. It needs something more ~ but what? It's
amazing how Michelle Houston can fit so much emotion, so much hot sex,
so much imagery in a short twenty pages." ~ Carole for Rainbow
Reviews
"I enjoyed Ms. Houston's
depiction of the wolves and how the wolf nature hides just below the
surface and fights for dominance with the human side. Also, given the
brevity of the story, she does an excellent job developing the main
character Ben, sketching out a werewolf society, and creating a conflict
that will fully involve the reader. I finished Taming the Wolf hoping
that Ms. Houston will give us a longer story about her werewolves in the
future." ~ Bookwenches
""Taming the Wolf" was
a joy to read. [...] I really enjoyed the overall vibe. The love scenes
were hot, steamy and sexy. The storyline was a grabber and kept me very
interested. So interested that I'm looking forward to more by this
author. I will recommend this book to other readers and friends." ~
Night Owl Reviews, Rated PAGE TURNER!
"Taming the Wolf is a highly
passionate and enjoyable story" ... "I adored the characters
and enjoyed what little we learned about them. I was curious about their
pasts and enjoyed the little glimpses we get as Ben thinks about his own
transition. However, I would have loved to learn even more about these
great characters. Ben is such a caring and patient teacher having gone
through much of the same things that Nathan does. He had given up on
ever having a mate as gay weres are very rare when he met Nathan. As for
Nathan, we don't learn a whole lot about him nor do we get his point of
view, but he is a very trusting young man who seems perfect for Ben.
They have an interesting chemistry and I'd love to know what happens
beyond the end." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews
""Taming the Wolf" is a
story of tenderness, tough love and acceptance on all levels. It's well
written, and the erotic scenes are as much emotional as physical. I
finished the story feeling as if I knew Ben and Nathan and celebrated
their happiness...good writing and a great story!" ~ Bitten By
Books, Rated 4 Tombstones!
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EMBRACING
THE LEOPARD
Although
born of leopard shifter parents, Erik had always known his feelings for
other men weren't natural of his kind.
Caught between two worlds, his desires for another man and his
animal within, he has chosen to be alone, rather than surround himself
with what he cannot have. Then
Brandon
came into his life, and he discovered a whole new way of looking at
things, and of embracing both halves of his nature.
Word Count: Short Story
Sexuality: M/M
Smashwords
* Amazon
This title was previously
released with Phaze.
Reviews:
This beautiful story is told in loving
detail, from the locale, to the sensation of being there, a silent
observer watching two males make love with such an intensity, you feel as
if you are truly there. Bottom line, this story gets a 5. This is my third
story from Michelle, and each story, while different, shows the emotion
versus telling the emotion. The one sensual scene where the two mate is
hot yet tender." ~ Acquanetta Ferguson of the San Diego Examiner,
Rated a 5 - which means it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO BUY!
"Michelle Houston's "Embracing
the Leopard" is a wonderful short story of two gay leopard shifters
from different packs finding a common ground together. I enjoyed this
romantic morsel immensely." ~ Literary Nymphs
"Even though not entirely human,
Eric's need to be held by another man is something any gay human will
identify with. I ached for his feelings of isolation. [...] Anyone who is
a fan of the strong dominating (but in a protective way) those whom they
love will enjoy this story a great deal. Fans of shifter stories, and
those (like me) whose first choice would be for something more
contemporary, will also find plenty to enjoy." ~ Rainbow Reviews
"This was a short little gem that
told the story of a gay leopard shifter and how he believes he will be
alone for the rest of his life. The sensual scene was smoking hot and both
Brandon and Erik were personable characters that I was quick to feel an
emotional connection to. While short in length "Embracing the
Leopard" was anything but short on talent, something that Michelle
Houston amply demonstrates here. I hope that there will be some more
stories set in the Animal Attraction world." ~ Fallen Angel Reviews
"Embracing the Leopard: Animal
Attraction was a well-written short story of meeting and being the one for
each other. The love scenes were so hot and steamy that I had to fan
myself. In a whole the story was well-written and well worth reading and
definitely a keeper and a recommend for friends who enjoy shapeshifter
stories." ~ Night Owl Reviews
"Ms. Houston writes a sweet yet
scintillating story of love between two men. You could feel the passion
flowing between them from the moment they rekindled the attraction. I
liked how the author made you feel Erik's depression at being shunned by
his own pack. [...] I liked how Brandon, though young, went for exactly
what he wanted and showed the maturity to wait for his chance with Erik.
[...] I found this story short but touching [...] If you want a sweet and
saucy love story, then you need to read Embracing the Leopard." ~
Whipped Cream Reviews
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UNLEASHING
THE JAGUAR
Michael
found himself in the most awkward of situations.
Trapped in his jaguar form as the newest inhabitant at a zoo, he
has to figure out how to get free, without anyone finding out about his
people's existence, and without getting caught.
When his ex shows up, Michael isn't certain of allowing Danny to
ride to the rescue is such a good idea, especially given how things
between them ended. But if he
wants to have a life beyond one trapped in his animal form, he has to take
the chance of his feelings rekindling.
Word Count: Short Story
Sexuality: M/M
Smashwords
* Amazon
This title was previously
released with Phaze.
Reviews:
"There's an action plot with
a conspiracy thread, piles of relationship back story, a hidden supernatural
world to explore, thematic strands about freedom and identity and choices,
two main characters to introduce, peace to be made, and sex to be
had..." ~ Rainbow Reviews
"It's not the first time
that I read a shapeshifter story by Michelle Houston and that I noticed that
she is able to put credibility and common sense in a story that is for
definition something else, a paranormal story. ... This is a short story, 20
pages, but I think it's a very good paranormal story, with two characters,
Danny and Michael, that are normal men, in their supernatural nature."
~ Elisa Rolle
"Unleashing the Jaguar:
Animal Attraction is another shapeshifter love story that is a winner. It's
one of those I'll enjoy rereading. The relationship between Danny and
Michael is a bit broken, but they have potential. ... Animal Attraction is a
keeper and I recommend it to those who like shapeshifter romances. I
definitely liked this book." ~ Night Owl Reviews
"This is a tale of love
overcoming misunderstandings and stubbornness. Michael and Danny are mates,
but when insecurity raises its head, even the closest of lovers can be torn
apart. But real love doesn't just give up and neither does Danny. The
passion between the two mates is sizzling." ~ Bitten By Books, Rated 4
and 1/2 Tombstones
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CAGING
THE TIGER
Kyle
though that he was all alone, the only of his kind, until he attended a
magic show and saw through the spectacle to the method behind the
illusion. If he wasn't wrong,
Meric the Magician, in addition to being his best friend, was also a tiger
shifter.
Word Count: Short Story
Sexuality: M/M
Smashwords
* Amazon
This title was previously
released with Phaze.
Reviews:
""Caging the Tiger" is a
perfectly package tale of risk, trust, love and finally having someone
special...I enjoyed this story. A little history for them both, a little
action to get them together, good interaction between Kyle and Meric and a
small dose of hot man on man..err…shifter on shifter sex. Excellent story,
Ms. Houston. I look forward to reading more of your work." ~ Seriously
Reviewed
"There is obvious a parallelism
between being gay and being an otherworldly creature. Kyle feels lonely and
like a misfit not only for being gay but also for being a
"strange" creature. In a world where, hopefully, being gay is no
more the tragedy it was before, the author adds the shapeshifter nature of
Kyle to put a heavy burden on his shoulder. A burden that Kyle hopes Mark
will help him to discard. The short story is sweet and nice, and there is a
very romantic feeling when Kyle is swept away by Mark" ~ Elisa Rolle
""Caging the Tiger" was
...worth reading. Finding your soulmate and finding him to be like yourself
was a wonderful plotline. I like shapeshifer love stories a lot and this one
was a good read and worth telling about. It's sexy!" ~ Night Owl
Reviews
"When I picked up this book, I knew
I'd meet a cat shifter. I like tigers and gay romance can be very sensual.
Let me tell you, I wasn't mistaken. This is one great read. Ms. Houston
draws you in with realistic characters that you feel like you know right
away. There are fumbles and bumbles between them, but the trust is always
there. And when they get the issues worked out and let the tiger play… man
is it hot! You'll have to check your fingers for burns. … If you want a
story that will reel you in right away and will leave you with a smile, then
you need to read Caging the Tiger." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews
"Caging the Tiger is a perfectly
package tale of risk, trust, love and finally having someone special. Meric
truly is the only one who can really understand Kyle. Not only have they
developed their friendship, but if Kyle can reveal his secret they might
have a chance at love. I enjoyed this story. A little history for them both,
a little action to get them together, good interaction between Kyle and
Meric and a small dose of hot man on man..err…shifter on shifter sex.
Excellent story, Ms. Houston. I look forward to reading more of your work
." ~ Seriously Reviewed
"I enjoyed this story. If it had been
longer, I'd have been even happier. Not because it was too short but because
I really liked both characters and wanted more. Sweet and believable,
Michelle Houston has created heroes that are not only likable, but loveable
as well. The world this author has created is one not too unfamiliar to many
readers. Shifters are uncommon and feared -- if they are believed in at all.
I admire the courage that Kyle shows in this story as much as I admire
Meric's tenderness and understanding." ~ The Romance Studio
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HEALING
THE FOX
When
an injured fox comes into the wildlife rehabilitation center, Scott knows
he isn't an ordinary animal, he's a shifter.
Taking him home, Scott does his best to care for the injured
shifter, and finds himself falling in love.
Knowing it would be selfish to ask Christian to stay, Scott has to
decide if he will let Christian walk out of his life, hoping that his love
will return.
Word Count: Short Story
Sexuality: M/M
Smashwords
* Amazon
This title was previously
released with Phaze.
Reviews:
"Scott coming home, thinking about
which take-away place he would patronize, only to open the door to find a
cooked meal waiting for him was wonderfully domestic. Scott's mixture of
emotions was great. I felt his pain when Chris started talking about
leaving. [...] All in all this was a satisfactory paranormal story with a
few interesting twists." ~ Rainbow Reviews
"Michelle Houston writes intriguing
shifter stories. Not only does she twist the boundaries, she makes new
ones that are fabulous. In her stories, the shifters can't heal by
shifting. That makes it worse. I loved it because it made her book unique.
[...] If you want a sexy story with two hot fox shifters, then you need to
read Healing the Fox." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews
""Healing the Fox" is a
story of compassion that turns into true love for two shapeshifters. The
heroes fit together well..."Healing the Fox" was an enjoyable
read for anyone who needs a quick M/M fix." ~ Happily Ever After
Reviews
"Healing the Fox: Animal Attraction
by Michelle Houston is short and sweet. It's the fifth book in the Animal
Attraction series. Healing the Fox falls under twenty pages, and for such
a short novella, it's still a sexy and fun read. [...] I've read a couple
of other books in the Animal Attraction series, too. All the books are
pretty short and satisfying readings. If you are in the mood for a light,
short and sexy series, this would be a great series to read. Here are the
names of the other books in the series in order: Taming the Wolf,
Embracing the Leopard, Unleashing the Jaguar, Caging the Tiger and Healing
the Fox. It's not necessary to read the other books in the series to
understand what's going on in the book at all. So this book could
definitely be read as a stand alone." ~ Night Owl Reviews
"I was quickly immersed in the
story. Healing the Fox is erotically sexy, poignant and even at times
light-hearted. It taps into your emotions and makes you want for a true
connection between Chris and Scott. I found their coming together to be
intense, yet sweet. But yet for as hot and titillating as their encounters
are, you'll ache at the depth of Scott's feelings. His is a selfless love
and this story was a pleasure to read. It's short yet delivers." ~
Seriously Reviewed
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CLAIMING
THE OWL
ALL
NEW STORY!!!
Torn Between Duty …
Adam is given the task of collecting his matriarch’s son for his
upcoming nuptials. Only problem
is, Nick isn’t remotely interested in his bride, or any woman for that
matter. Something both men have in
common.
… and Desire
Despite his misgiving, if Adam wants to retain his place in their owl
parliament, he has to complete his assigned task. The
only problem is, Adam wants to claim Nick as his own.
Word Count: Short Story
Sexuality: M/M
Smashwords
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This title is completely
NEW and never before released!!!
Reviews:
none at this time
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