I needed a palette cleanser after a, less than awesome read that sort of filled me with rage. I've never read a bad Radclyffe novel, and, have often read ones that I really liked, so, I thought that I would give this 8th in the Provincetown Tales series a try. But, then, is it me? Somehow I walked into anothe covid-esque book? Doh!

This one wasn't quite as intense as the previous one I read. Maybe because Radclyffe didn't really handle it in a March 2020 to late 2021 sort of way. It was woven into the Provincetown world instead. It wasn't directly in our real world. Which made it an easier read for me.

It's mainly the story between Laurel, a new PA at Provincetown's clinic, and Andy a summer hire at the Police Department. A little Police/Medical, outbreak or no, I can always get behind that. Laurel is a decade plus older than Andy, and both have some definite baggage from their pasts that they need to get through. At the same time, Tory is very pregnant with twins, and, she may have been exposed too. It was a fun read, as I said, there was just the right amount of pandemic like stuff in there, but, in a way that wasn't flashback inducing. The only not perfect thing was that the ending was a little abrupt. So, here's hoping for #9.

Another great sequel and very fitting for the current situation. I cannot wait for the next instalment in the series

Absolutely loved this latest book in the Provincetown series. As always a new romance and a new drama to challenge Tori and Reese. This time it is a flu type virus on a cruise ship moored in the harbour but for anybody worried that it might be extremely heavy after everything we have been through this is a very very mild version of what actually happened on the cruise ships which had infected passengers.

The storyline brings in lots of existing characters, develops ongoing relationships, and sees the arrival of Tori and Reece’s new twins.

Great reading as always

I love all books by this author, can highly recommend. Just wonderful. The main characters are well developed and its so well written you feel personally involved in the journey.

I have not read any other book from this series but that doesn't seem like a problem at all. I highly enjoyed the story of Laurel and Andy.

I loved being put right in the front line of everything, so I could connect well with what happened. The story itself suits this times well and I really have no problems reading something with a virus or anything similiar. The romance started rather early in this book and I liked it. Both characters are loveable and I believed their story.

After finishing this one I am pretty sure I will read the first seven books really soon. Radclyffe is a great writer and never disappointed me.

Must say radclyffe series are normally my favourite but this book just didn't feel like it fitted in unfortunately

When I requested this book, I didn't realise it was part of a series of books - it had been so long since the series began, that I just hadn't realised. It worked well as a stand alone book, but I certainly wish I had read them in sequence order.

I could feel that there was more back story to the characters, as soon as I started although it did make sense without it. I certainly will go back and read the series from the start.

The story centres around Reece and her heavily pregnant wife, Tory as well as Andy and Laurel, all involved in an operation to contain the outbreak of an unknown airborne virus. Very topical at the moment. I loved the chemistry between Andy and Laurel - it was sweet.

I didn't find myself as invested in Reece and Tory, but I maybe think that would come with reading the previous books.

I don't think you can go wrong with a romance by Radclyffe with a bit of action thrown in and I would certainly recommend this book.

With thanks to Netgalley, publisher and author for the ARC in return for an honest review.

I absolutely adored going back to Provincetown. Reece and Tory are pregnant with twins. Nita and Dia are going strong and now we are introduced to Andy the new recruit and Laurel the PA. It's like seeing old friends. A very pregnant Tory sees a couple from a cruise ship that is moored just off the cape. Then the rest of the ship is infected with a mysterious virus. Sound familiar? Tory has been exposed to this virus and she is worried about her babies. The love between Reece and Tory is one of my favorites. As their family expands the love becomes even stronger. Who would have though rough and tough ex marine Reece at the breakfast table playing and feeding their 3 years old. Andy and Laurel are the newbies and their romance is sweet. Neither with very much love experience because of life. Laurel was married for 10 years all the time having a thing for women and Andy is just young so this is an age gap romance. The best scene in the whole book to me was when Tory had the

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That’s in exchange of an honest review that I received an ARC of "Treacherous Seas" (Provincetown Tales Series - Book 8) by Radclyffe from BSB (via NetGalley).
So, here it is !!!
My rating : 3 ⭐️

"Treacherous Seas" is the eighth book in Radclyffe’s Provincetown Tales Series, the first book of the series being released since … 9 years !!!

The story sets once again in Provincetown and is about how the local authorithies will react to the arrival of a new virus, one having a lot of similarities to Covid-19 (& which would have required that some of the characters go into quarantine …) brought into town by a cruiseship …

Even if it’s not a perfect one (I liked some books more than others), I really appreciated the series so when I learnt that this eighth installment was about to be released I couldn’t wait to read it … But I’ve been disappointed by the book.

I don’t mind age gap romances (as a matter of fact, I like them a lot unless the story gives you the feeling to read about a cougar ... which is not the case in there, thank God !!) and in this case, the age difference is NOT an issue but, sadly the rest is, from my POV at least…

Let me explain a tad more about the origin of my disappointment…
The shortness of the novel + the ridiculous not even one week time frame (during which more then the 4/5 of the book happen) don’t allow a proper action / angst development and, when it comes to the new couple of Lovebirds, a proper character development … IDK about the other readers but personally I didn’t feel like I got to know the two new supposedly MCs (I said "supposedly" because there weren’t a lot of moments about them in the end), and especially Andy. Why ?? Well, I found it was a bit strange how her character has been dealt with. I mean, based on the few glimpses we had about her upbringing it caused her to be someone who needed to be "watched", especially at work by Reese (at least that what Reese said she’ll do) but that angle was never expanded upon and then, even totally forgotten.

All the points mentioned above (non-exhautive list) result in a quite lame story lacking of substance. Don’t get me wrong, a lot happens in the novel, that’s true, but that’s actually too many things happening in the same time. I guess it’s supposed to keep the reader on the edge but it’s really too much to be credible and it kills all the depth the book could have had. I really expected more excitement happening & a longer time frame : it could have been great to have the angles of the the sneaky journalist & the arc about the virus (and all the drama coming around them) developped properly like it was suggested in the plot.

The way this short novel is written also prevents the romance to have the romantic intrigue level and credibility it would have deserved… I suppose the chemistery between Laurel and Andy was supposed to be off the charts but that’s not the feeling I got. Yeah, there has been insta-lust (which I’m not fan of) but that’s all …

I liked having some info on the longstanding couple formed by Tory and Reese (logical to meet them again since they are the fulcrum of this series) & those Lovebirds' ever growing family. but, in my IMO, also to them, too many things have happened and it made their own story less credible …
In addition, I had an issue about not having that much of news (or no news at all) about the other MCs from the previous books. Apart from Nita who appeared quite a lot in there (with Deo who was just mentioned 6 or 7 times), just a couple of others appeared furtively or were just mentioned rapidly & I really wonder what happened to ALL of them … After 9 years without anything to read about them, I’m probably not the only one who think that it would have been interesting to learn how they all moved on with their lives in the tiny costal town, nope?? Gosh !! Not knowing is quite frustrating ...

This book, in a way, is like some Hollywood movies where everything is just over the top … There are, for sure (since they make them regularly) a lot of people who love that but I’m not one of them … Some realism (both in the actions which are too superficial in the current state and in the time frame) would have been appreciated because the book could have become a good (or even great) "medical thriller".

If I had to make a very short and quite different version of my review, it’d be something like this :
- Did I enjoy this book? => Not as much as I hoped
- Did I find the characters believable? => Nope due to the lack of a proper character development.
- Is this book now included in my "must be re-read"-list? => Maybe (if I decide to re-read the entire series)
- Will I purchase the paperback? => Nope (‘cause I’ve bought the entire series in ebook a couple years ago, so I’d buy the e-book tocomplete it)
- Would I read another book by this author? => Probably but it’d be an older work
- Would I recommend this book => I’ll let people use their free will to read the novel, or not …

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It had been years since I read the previous books from this series so I didn't remember any of the previous characters or storylines, but I still managed to follow this book so you'd enjoy it even if you haven't read the others. I was sold when I saw the words virus and cruise ship, as I was expecting something of a global disaster that's of a scale that we are experiencing today. I was a bit let down by the fact that the outbreak in this case was very minor, and was horrified by the fact that some of the characters were still going about their daily business and not self-isolating after being exposed to an unknown virus. I liked the age gap between the main characters and the dynamic between them was different from the author's previous books, which I enjoyed. The chemistry was believable, and the pace of the story was engaging. I wish we'd known more of Andy's background, as there were some issues relating to her family that were alluded to but not explored.

After nine years, Radclyffe is giving us another installment of the Provincetown Tales. In book eight, Treacherous Seas, Reese Conlon and Dr. Tory King are expecting their second child. Just weeks away from going on medial leave all heck breaks loose in Provincetown. Would you expect anything less?

When the book first begins, Reese is training a rookie cop, Andy Champlain, to help out over the busy summer season. On her first night solo, Andy is called into break up a bar fight, making a quick decision she calls for backup but proceeds to break up the fight solo. Things get physical and Andy ends up with a concussion and a trip to the local emergency clinic. That night busted and bruised she meets, PA, Laurel Winter.

This books gives us a glimpse into old friends, who doesn’t love this series. We also get a new love story with Andy and Laurel. I did not think this romance was particularly fleshed out. I felt like I didn’t know Andy and Laurel as well as I wanted to. With that being said, you know you can always count on a quality read from Radclyffe, and this is no exception. A good read for sure, it just left me wanting a touch more. My guess is this one is setting us up for more in this series, which I am totally here for.

This is the 8th book in the Provincetown Tales series by Radclyffe. The 7th book was published in 2011, so it has been a long, but certainly rewarding wait. It seems as though anything that Radclyffe writes earns an excellent ranking. This book is no exception!

Readers will find all of the familiar characters playing supporting roles. The two new characters are Andy Champlain and Laurel Winter. Andy is a rookie cop who is on a temporary assignment in Provincetown during the summer tourist season. She comes from a long tradition of family members who are police officers.

Andy finds an instant friendship with Bri Parker who helps her feel at home in town and also in the police department. Reese Conlon, the police chief, soon becomes a bigger than life role model for Andy. Andy realizes that she wants to get a full-time position with the department at the end of the summer.

Reese’s wife, Tory King, runs the Provincetown clinic and is pregnant. She has to cut back her hours dramatically, so she hires Laurel Winter as her temporary physician’s assistant. Laurel immediately proves her worth and hopes that she, too, will find a permanent position in P-town.

There is always romance in the Provincetown Tales series. In addition, there is also drama. In Treacherous Seas, Radclyffe is able to weave a medical emergency into the story with a cruise ship which docks at P-town. With the COVID-19 virus on everyone’s minds, this plot is very current. Radclyffe fans know that she had a highly successful medical career in Philadelphia as a doctor, so she is able to provide accurate medical information regarding the handling of the emergency and working with the CDC.

This book is fast-paced and will instantly become a page turner. All of Radclyffe’s characters are interesting, exciting, and memorable. Readers can enjoy Treacherous Seas as a standalone, but I would not recommend it. By reading the other books in this series, you will better understand the bigger than life personalities of the characters. I rate this book a 5+ out of 5 stars.

I received this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

3.5 stars.

My first COVID ish plot which had me very cautiously turning the pages. Looks like everyone was following the rules here.

I really liked Andy's character. The willingness to do good, with the occasional slip up.

Radclyffe delivers a good read that will get you through these treacherous seas safely.

ARC received for an honest review

So I feel really bad that I read this romance out of sequence. I had no idea this was part of the Provincetown Tales. As I read it, I found myself wishes that I read the previous books in the series before I read this one. I felt a tad out of touch. Even with that said, I did enjoy reading this romance. Let's be honest here - You really can't go wrong with reading a Radclyffe book. I loved that the story didn't just focus on newcomers Andy and Laurel. They have chemistry and I enjoyed the interaction between them. I like that the other supporting characters (which I assume are from the other books in the series) play such and important part in the entire book. I really like the play on what's going on in current times.

4.25 stars

This arc was provided by netgalley and the publisher for an honest review.

Treacherous is the 8th instalment of the Provincetown, you don't need to read the books before Treacherous seas but you'll be missing out on a fantastic series by Radclyffe if you don't.. As you may be able to tell from other reviews, quite a few of Radclyffe readers have waited quite a while for this book... and It hasn't disappoint us, was great to read about old as well as new characters in the series. We see Reese return and her heavily pregnant wife Tory. And new comers Andy Champlain, a rookie cop and Laurel Winter, a PA who works at the local clinic.

I really did enjoy the story, lets hope we don't have to wait too long for another instalment!

I was given a Arc copy for a honest review.

Another Provincetown book was unexpected but I was happy to see it. Sometimes reading a familiar series is just what you need when your brain is on overdrive and the world is kind of crazy.

Although it is part of the series, it probably can be read as a standalone or read even if you haven't read the earlier books recently. Tori and Reese are secondary characters (almost share the primary character designation as we get a fait bit of them) and it's always nice to see that they are still going strong with twins on the way. This one was pretty light - the characters weren't as strong, the chemistry/romance wasn't as hot and heavy and the outside storyline (virus) wasn't as much of a driving force as some of Rad's other books. On the other hand - it was a welcome return of the series and a nice quick read. I'm partial to Rad's books (some may say obsessive) and I've rarely been disappointed.

There's the odd mention of other characters from the past book - but they aren't integral to the story and they are really just passing through with the main story revolving around Andy and Laurel. Both the new characters are also new to Provincetown - a seasonal police officer and Physician's Assistant who are only expecting to be there for the summer tourist season. There's three plots intertwining - the burgeoning relationship between the two new characters, a catch up with Tori and Reese and a potential viral outbreak on a cruise ship moored just off the town.

About the virus plotline - obviously it is rather topical these days and still kind of a sensitive subject for most. In this book, it isn't a major outbreak and has very little impact on the characters or town - in fact, the way Rad portrays it and the response (including the CDC, contact tracing, etc) is probably an intentional depiction of what should happen in this type of situation. I'm of two minds on it - on one hand it's such a sensitive subject and I wasn't sure I wanted to have anything real interupt my reading pleasure but on the other, it was a pretty light part of the plot and I'm not sure it actually moved much along for the characters other than giving them an excuse to work together as part of the tracing.

To be honest I didn’t really have a clue what this book was going to be about but because I knew Radclyffe was the author I had high hopes as I had read some of her previous novels, which I’d loved! Unfortunately this didn’t live up to them and this is mainly due to the fact that I hadn’t read the other books in this particular series, so I definitely recommend reading the previous novels in the Provincetown series to get the full impact from following the old characters Tori and Reese.

The start was promising, as it gave a good overview of what the ‘new’ characters were like.

Andy is a rookie cop and she’s trying to prove her worth, she’s quite feisty so I loved her straight away.

Laurel’s a physician assistant, and is also new to her job and town for that matter (like Andy).

I enjoyed the romance between these two characters however it was very rushed in my opinion, and I would’ve preferred the plot to be focused on them more.

Because we are currently in the middle of a pandemic I didn’t really care for the virus plot in the book - although I can see why some people would like it to be addressed.

Tori and Reese seemed liked a lovely couple and I am definitely going to be reading about their relationship origins in the future!


I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is the first Radcliffe novel I've read. Several reviewers said it was a standalone novel; however, I think I should have read the others. I would like to know the other characters. I did not enjoy the virus, maybe it's too soon.

Unsure I wanted to read about a deadly virus while living one but it was Radclyffe, so I went for it. For the most part, I am glad I did. There is a very big difference between whether there is or is not an available vaccine. Anywho, as this series continues there is a pregnancy, a virus, a cruise liner, and some very talented medical and law enforcement personnel. Reese Conlon, Chief of Police continues to be her awesome self at home and work. Tori King, physician continues to be a capable and caring doctor, wife, and parent.

New to the series is Andy Champlain, rookie officer from a kinda sorta dysfunctional family where you are never good enough. Not much love going around. Also new, Laurel Winter, physician assistant, dealing with relationship heartbreak yet maybe ready to dip her toe in the dating pool. This age-gap romance is warm and heart felt. I like the continual dialogue between Andy and Laurel.

Reading another book from Radclyffe's Provintown tales series (#8) feels like coming home after a long journey and finally seeing your friends again. b more or less know what you will get and this is a comforting good thing in crazy times like now. And although the topic is the outbreak of a virus, not exactly corona but similar, it didn't stop me from enjoying it. Radclyffe's books are just a must-read for me. I wasn't sure there will be more after #7 was released nine years ago, but I'm more than happy about it.

One of the things I very much like in a series is, that in every new installment we meet old friends like Reese Conlon, her wife Tory King, and the young Bri Parker, and we meet new persons too. This time the rookie cop Andy Champlain and the PA Laurel Winter. Both have temporary assignments for the summer months in Provincetown. When a virus breaks out on a cruise ship docking in Provincetown, one is reminded on the one hand of the current situation in the world, but on the other hand our own experiences from this year help that we understand better what could happen.

Andy and Laurel met first when Andy was injured in an operation and needed treatment. She hates it when someone sees her in such a weak moment, growing up as an only daughter next to brothers in a cop family, she has learned never to show weakness, otherwise, you lose. Laurel is a few years older than Andy and is reserved to get involved with the much younger woman, although she too feels the attraction. There is chemistry between them, both can't deny. It's a sweet age-gap love story. The two of them get together quite quickly, which in this story is no problem for me, although I prefer a slow-burn love story.
Besides the two new lovebirds, we accompany Tory in the last weeks of her second pregnancy. Reese is on needles out of concern and anticipation about Tory's forthcoming birth of twins because Tory had problems with Reggie's birth.

In this story, the focus is not mainly on police work but on the virus, its control, and the attempt to prevent its spread. Since I am a fan of thrillers and police work, this is not the most exciting story of this series but still very gripping, despite the virus-contaminated reality. But what I missed a bit are the background stories of Andy and Laurel. Both are very exciting and interesting women, I would have loved to know more about them.

I loved the story, as I said in the beginning, it's like meeting old friends. We spend some nice and exciting time together and then go ahead with our own life. I sure hope there will be more to this series. It's definitely my favorite one by this author. And who knows, maybe the other newly introduced woman, the interesting Dr. Kerry Sanchez will get her own story?

My rating 4.5 stars.