The Bone Orchard

My Haunted Blender's Gay Love Affair, and Other Twisted Tales, Book 1

By: Abigail Roux

Narrated by: Nick J. Russo

A Haunted Blender Tale

After leaving a trail of terror and death in his wake, the notorious "Missouri" Boone Jennings finally meets his match in San Francisco when US marshal Ambrose Shaw catches up to him. The story of his capture, and the marshal's bravery, has already become legend back east by the time Pinkerton inspector Ezra Johns gets off the train from New York City to testify in the murderer's trial.

When Ambrose is unable to give witness to the evils he's seen, Ezra becomes their lone hope for putting Jennings in a noose. But if Ezra thinks that's his biggest problem, he's got plenty to learn about life - and the afterlife - in the spirited West.

Fortunately, Ambrose is there to assist, and more than happy to oblige Ezra - in the courtroom or the bedroom. He spent his life bringing justice to the Wild West, and if he has a say in it, that's how he'll be spending his death too.

©2014 Abigail Roux (P)2017 Riptide Publishing

Beginning and middle part is amazing, but the ending left you looking for the next chapter?

Overall this bite size novela started with so much promises and I really loved Ambrose and Ezra dynamic as partners in and out of bed, their chemistry and interaction with each other really immersed you into their adventure hunting down a serial killer ghost into eternity and beyond, but the ending happened quite abruptly, and it’s a shame that the author didn’t continue this story into a series or something, bcuz it’s has so much potential to be much more, the whole storyline can go with another installment of novela to tie up Ambrose and Ezra story and maybe finally giving an end to their whole purpose as a ghost stuck in that limbo in that hotel, and maybe finally getting that demonic Boone Jenning ghost delivers to Hell’s fire where he belongs😡

Overall I loved this book and really hope that the author will continue this novela with a second one in the future🙏🏻

Really great for fans of the author and others

The bone Orchard by Abigail route narrated by Nick J Russo is absolutely amazing! I remember loving this when I read the anthology and Nick does not disappoint. I loved his old time western drawl he used for Ambrose and the slightly frenetic voice he chose for Ezra. It was just exactly that nerd vibe that I had pictured in my head! The story itself is really amazing it has some paranormal elements that make it perfect for the season. The love story is amazingly sweet and for fans of the author there’s also a surprising twist and a visit from some of our favorite Sidewinder guys! (I don’t think that’s a spoiler anymore but there you go…)
This was funny, excitingc creative and very well narrated.

Highly recommended - this is definitely something you should go out and get!

5 of 5 stars

Old West Historical Paranormal Romance Entertained

I've come to the conclusion that I would likely read or listen to any books by this author. The Bone Orchard was the last of the author's books that I hadn't encountered and I was supremely excited to receive the audio version because its a blend of historical western, romance, paranormal, and modern. And, bonus, there is a fun crossover element with the Sidewinder characters. I'll let fans discover this fun little gem for themselves.

So, The Bone Orchard, was a novella-length piece that begins with a shootout between serial killing outlaw 'Missouri' Boone Jennings and US Marshal, Ambrose Shaw, in a saloon- quintessential western, right? But then it gets interesting when eastern Pinkerton agent, Ezra Johns arrives to give testimony that will see Jennings hang. Ezra soon discovers the man with the dangerous silver eyes who has been sharing his hotel room is none other than Ambrose Shaw.

Though this one shows a vengeful criminal that has to be stopped at all costs, the story has a lighter quality to it as well. The new partnership of Ambrose and Ezra was engaging as all this author's pairings are. There is a balance between opposites, respects for diverse skill sets, and smoldering passion. There is a sweet and tender quality even as the romance was fast and passionate.

The paranormal aspect of the story was a fun extra layer that adds complications to the action plot as well as the romance. This allows for the quirk where this can cross from historical to modern. I don't want to spoil it for others to discover what it is or how it works.

As I noted above, I enjoyed this story in audio format. What fun! I got to hear a favorite narrator, Nick Russo, demonstrate some flexibility by tackling the sounds of The Old West in his voice. Humor, grit, and engaging storytelling delighted my ears from start to finish.

All in all, this shorter piece did a great job of entertaining me with a genre blend, characters, and plot that had me wishing I could spend more time in Ambrose and Ezra's world or see them on other adventures together (even if this means altering some of this story to fit it all in, haha). This is for those who are looking for a quick and light, but entertaining m/m Western Paranormal Romance.

Great story

Really enjoyed this story, entertaining and hot! Nick J Russo did a fantastic job as always narrating. Loved how he brought the characters to life. Highly recommend it.

Spine Chilling

Oh, Man was this book good. Not what I had expected at all. The story is spine-chilling yet with a touch of romance tossed in to lighten it just enough.
Nick J Russo is always a good narrator. His voice is smooth and easy to listen to and he gives each character enough distinction you can easily tell who is speaking. I will admit I expected a little more eeriness in his narration but all in all the story and narration was great!
I cannot wait for another one of these twisted tales.