Federal Fag (Stonewall Inn Mysteries)

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Summary: A lighthearted, enjoyable must-read
Review: I really love Hunter's Alex Reynolds books because they are so entirely unique. They blow-apart stereotypes and everything we've come to expect in the gay-mystery sub-genre: the leading character, Alex Reynolds and his partner Peter, are deeply in love and committed, and Alex's mother is a wonderful and inspired addition. It's a relief to read a series in which the characters are not constantly whining about the plight of being gay, and where the stories don't necessarily revolve around gay issues, even though that does enter into it a bit. Unlike many gay mystery series, you get the feeling that these guys have lives outside their sexuality.

Federal Fag is a welcome addition to the series, as Alex and his family try to discover who killed a porn star-former friend of Alex's. I found myself laughing out loud over and over again (especially when Alex's mother shows up for the first time). Hunter hits just the right balance between the humor, which is first rate, and the mystery, which is a well-thought-out, constant source of surprise.

If you like more than a little humor with your mystery, you'll love it. This is a wonderful book!

Rating:
Summary: A lighthearted, enjoyable must-read
Review: I really love Hunter's Alex Reynolds books because they are so entirely unique. They blow-apart stereotypes and everything we've come to expect in the gay-mystery sub-genre: the leading character, Alex Reynolds and his partner Peter, are deeply in love and committed, and Alex's mother is a wonderful and inspired addition. It's a relief to read a series in which the characters are not constantly whining about the plight of being gay, and where the stories don't necessarily revolve around gay issues, even though that does enter into it a bit. Unlike many gay mystery series, you get the feeling that these guys have lives outside their sexuality.

Federal Fag is a welcome addition to the series, as Alex and his family try to discover who killed a porn star-former friend of Alex's. I found myself laughing out loud over and over again (especially when Alex's mother shows up for the first time). Hunter hits just the right balance between the humor, which is first rate, and the mystery, which is a well-thought-out, constant source of surprise.

If you like more than a little humor with your mystery, you'll love it. This is a wonderful book!

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Summary: from OUR OWN:
Review: This quick-paced book is filled with action ... a very enjoyable and worthwhile read.

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Summary: Porn + Curiosity = Havoc
Review: While watching a gay porn flick, because his lover is at a class reunion, Alex, our hero, views a scene which captures his imagination and his heart. In the porn video, Alex sees one of his old flames from college in a "compromised" position(s). Our hero decides it is appropriate for him to contact his college "chum" to put closure to an abrupt ending to their college relationship. That single video scene and the human desire for closure, sets the stage for a convoluted and fascinating look into the gay porn/video industry. Poor Peter, Alex's "husband" (as he calls him) is dragged along for the ride, both literally and figuratively. Jean, Alex's mother, see much more than she really should of the industry, and of her "son-in-law". Suffice it to say, the adventures of Alex Reynolds are fun reading and entertainment at its best. The wit and charm of the characters makes the reader want to join the trio in their romps with the CIA. Enjoy!

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Summary: Federal Deficit
Review: Yahoo! Jean is back! Yes, the fiesty, funny star of the Alex Reynold's series returns for another set of wacky and wild adventures centered around rescuing her apparently totally helpless son Alex (and his equally helpless husband, Peter). If you loved Jean in GOVERNMENT GAY, you get twice as much of her in FEDERAL FAG. And what's not to love? Of course, if for some reason you were hoping book two of the Alex Reynold's series might center more on Alex and Peter (they even LIVE with Mom), might have a little more spice and less sugar, might develop and expand what is a sorta interesting plot...uh,keep hoping. Hunter seems set on playing to every stereotype of a gay man. He goes for straight laughs (pun intended) and doesn't bother breaking it up with any tension or excitement. I like a good joke as much as the next guy, but this one is wearing thin. THE ADVENTURES OF ME MUM is not what I was looking for when I opened this book. Give Jean her own series, Fred!