Radclyffe made me smile again. Going back to Provincetown and to some old friends, was exactly the tonic I needed in these difficult times. As Reese Conlon and her wife Tory await a much anticipated birth, the town faces an unknown threat. Andy Champlain, a rookie cop, is working the busy summer months in Provincetown. Sometimes it seems she’s trying too hard to prove herself. But to whom? Encountering the new PA at Tory’s clinic, Laurel, certainly brightens her day, and she has no complaints when a mysterious outbreak on a berthed cruise ship keeps bringing them together.

I loved how all of the main characters were brought together to deal with the outbreak. Seeing their work and home lives mingle was fascinating. And it made the story more real. The writing is such that the reader feels an affinity to these characters. We can identify with them. Radclyffe manages to engender a feeling of belonging, of being home. I enjoyed the romantic elements immensely, but the mystery aboard the cruise ship piqued my interest even more. I love a good mystery – in this case a medical mystery. Seeing how they all coped made me think it might turn out OK for us all in the end. A fantastic read.

I was given this ARC for review.

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Having not read any of Radclyffe's book in this series, I found this quite interesting. You could easily read this book in its own right without having to follow the series but I think the story around Reese and Tory and their family endeavours was quite substantial so it would probably help to read or be a fan of this series. Being a fan would certainly give you more joy when reading about your favourite characters.
I found the storyline regarding the virus certainly paralleled with the current Covid crisis, a bit too much for my liking as quite frankly I'm over it and am already reading enough about it in the news so prefer not to read about it in my romance novels. I also found the character description of Andy a bit strange, it seemed that her upbringing caused her to be someone that needed to be watched particularly by Reese but that was never expanded upon and then totally forgotten. I've previously read books by Radclyffe where the characters chemistry was off the charts but not in this book.  Radclyffe is a talented writer but this particular book was just an ok read for me.

ARC received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve read all of Rad’s P-Town series, though it’s been awhile, so I had to go back and skim through them to remember who was who. The first five in the series were good, but books 6 and 7 I didn’t enjoy as much, both because of the storylines and the couples. This one rebounds nicely and is on par with the first 5.

I was a bit hesitant when I read the blurb, I confess to be COVID weary, as I’m sure most are, and wasn’t sure a book about a possible pandemic was a good fit, but this wasn’t too heavy on the illness side, and showed how these things can be handled if done right (I’m fortunate to live in Australia, but even here there have been political divides and mis-steps), thankfully nine of that is present in the book.

This also features Tory and Reece in their latest venture into parenthood, and I liked how their story advanced. There’s also a new couple Andy, a new cop on Reece’s force and Laurel, a PA in Tory’s practice. There’s an age gap of about 12 years or so, but I liked that though it’s mentioned, it’s not harped upon. There’s also the usual inst-attraction, but these two spent a lot of time together and actually discussed their lives and wants/needs, so I liked how their relationship unfolded.

I was a bit surprised with how this ended, it seemed a bit quick. The pandemic thing just sort of got wound up really quickly, with some info in the epilogue. There’s also a reporter character that was hanging around supposedly getting leaked info, but nothing comes of it. Did make me wonder if there will be a book nine that picks up on this threads. Still, since I wasn’t expecting a book 8, this felt like a nice place to leave Tory and Reece if there are no more P-Town stories. 4 stars

Let me start by saying I am a huge fan of Radclyffe’s work. Her books are well-researched and current, and “Treacherous Seas” is no exception. This is Book #8 in the Provincetown Series and some may ask if it’s necessary to read Books 1-7 prior to this one. The answer is no, BUT reading Books 1-7 will enhance the story, so I recommend treating yourself to the experience of the all of the books in the series.

Now, about “Treacherous Seas.” Like I said, Radclyffe’s work is current. While we are all sitting home in the midst of a pandemic, Radclyffe gives us a book to read whose characters are dealing with a similar issue. Reese and Tory, and newcomers Andy and Laurel, are called to assist the CDC after a mysterious virus infects passengers on a cruise ship. Some readers will be overwhelmed by the similarities to real life, but the virus isn’t what the book is about. This is a romance. It’s a romance between longtime couple Reese and Tory, and it introduces a new romance between Andy and Laurel. All of the things you love about Reese and Tory are validated in “Treacherous Seas.” The new romance between Andy and Laurel gives you plenty to love as well.

For me, “Treacherous Seas” is another winner. I highly recommend it.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for the advanced copy to read and review.

Let me just say that Radclyffe is an author that I have read many times and enjoyed reading every book. This book had some familiar and new characters in it. I was happy to see Reece and Tory featured in this book with a few more familiar faces. The plot was one that we know about, because of what's going on in the world today. I appreciate what the author was trying to convey with what was happening now and I think she did a good job. I really enjoyed catching up with some of my favorite characters. The story centered around Reece and Torys relationship as well as Andy and Laurels relationship. I thought both relationships were sweet and mostly angst free there was a little police action and drama ,but a lot of love and passion. If you like a little drama ,and a decent amount of passion then this is the book for you. I will definitely be looking forward to more from this author and can tell that there will be more forth coming from this book alone looks like another series to me.

This book is masterfully written, that is the entire series, however it appears that Radclyffe has mastered the subtle art of weaving intrigue into a beautiful romance story. Reece and Tory are on my list of best lesbian couples, and they appear in this book with so much going on around them that at times I was at the edge of my seat. These two characters are part of what holds the whole community together as everyone looks to them for leader ship in guidance, and these stories are clearly about community. This book also introduces Two new characters to add to the community, Andy, a rookie cop, and Laura a new PA in the medical practice. The intriguing the story comes from the mystery on the cruise ship that is mored in the harbor, and someone who is breaking into houses. Add to this story is about to deliver twins, and the last time she delivered her daughter, she had complications that threatened her life. In the mist of what is life in this tiny community of Provincetown, the love between the two main characters continues to grow deeper, the fun of watching two new characters maneuver into a relationship, and the welcoming back of old friends from the community makes for an intriguing fun and heartwarming novel. As I stated above Radclyffe is clearly a master at writing this type of story and no matter if you read prior novels in the series you will fall in love with the women she explores in this book. Having read all the books in the series I found this one to be fabulous. I highly recommend the book.

3 stars. Reese Conlon is excited to go on family leave. She does not want to deal with rookie cop and just wants to be there for her wife who is about to have abbay, Andy Champlain. Andy meets Laurel Winter who will do anything for a story. She is sexy and maybe trouble for Andy. All the characters are not ready to deal with the pandemic that will change their lives, as the cruise ship is docked in their town.

I didn't realize at first this book was part of a long running series. I have not read the other books in the series. This book was standard Radclyffe, it was a decent novel with good dialogue. I don't have a lot of bad things about this book, although I gave it three stars because I did not realize it was part of a series so some of the book's character development was not great for me. I would recommend it if you have read the other books in the series.

I really like this series. It is warm and fuzzy. The love between Tory and Reese, it is so amazing.
The introduction of new characters is great. Both have issues or rather challenges that hang over their heads. Both are trying to get past that. Both grow together. Both end up together which is icing on the cake.

Lovely story.

Treacherous Seas by Radclyffe is the eighth novel in her well-loved Provincetown Tales series. This is the first book the author has written in this series in several years, and it has been much anticipated by her many fans, including myself.

This is the story of rookie cop Andy Champlain and physician assistant Laurel Winter. Both are working summer jobs in Provincetown when they meet. The chemistry is electric from that first moment, but there are things that could tear them apart, including their pasts. We also get to see many old friends from past novels in the series, including Chief Reese Conlon and her wife Dr. Tory King. Tory is expecting again, and Reese was planning on some family leave time for the wonderful event, but all that may change when a cruise ship appears in the harbor with a possible outbreak of a mysterious virus.

In many ways, this novel is like a visit with old friends since the reader gets to see many characters from past books in the series. I’ve always loved that kind of continued story. Of course we have two new and really likeable main characters in this book. I enjoyed watching the romance build between Andy and Laurel. It’s an age gap romance and fits very well into the tale. The mystery and possible danger of the virus on the cruise ship keeps everyone busy. There’s actually a lot of action around both couples, and that keeps the excitement level up for the reader.

I loved the setting, the main characters, the romance, and the feeling of coming home again with well-loved characters. The story itself is entertaining and well worth reading. You could read this book as a standalone, but once you have read it, you are going to want to read every other book in this series. I see no problem with this since they are all awesome novels.

I received an ARC from NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for an honest review.

This is the 8th book in Radclyffe’s series ‘The Provincetown Tales’ and like all the other books in this series you won’t want to put down. While some may say this is a stand alone book there are just too many story lines to really enjoy without reading from the first book. Also the blurb posted here on GoodReads doesn’t match the story at all.
Andy Champlain has found work as a police officer with the Provincetown Town where she will be working with Reese Conlon, Chief of the local police force. Reese is one of those people who has a reputation for doing the right thing, always. Andy is only twenty three and hasn’t had that much experience but she knows she is meant to be a cop. Having been raised by her father and with the help of her brothers, who were all cops themselves Andy never had a childhood where she wasn’t constantly being put down. So going to work for someone like Reese is not at all how she thought it would be. Reese looks after her cops. Now on her first night working on her own she’s called to a local bar where some guy decided he’d show everyone just how big he was by threatening other customers with a knife. When the dust settles the bar patron is taken to jail while Andy has to make her way to the clinic to be treated for an injury.
Laurel Winters trained long and hard to become a Physician's Assistant, that was after she finally got out of a marriage that shouldn't have even happened. Now with the help of her good friend, Nita, she has found work in the small clinic. Now is her mid thirties she is finally going to live her life as and out and proud lesbian. When Andy is brought in for her injury the attraction between the two women is apparent even though Laurel feels she is just too old for someone as young as Andy.
Radclyffe. Besides introducing us to some new characters she also makes sure we get to read what has been happening with the main characters who have starred and been the main draw for many who love this series. Reading up on all the happenings in Reese and Tory story is just wonderful. Love this book. Simply another great read.
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Andy and Laurel are new to Provincetown, where Andy begins her job as a rookie cop and Laurel is working at Tory's clinic as a Physicians Assistant. When a cruise ship in the harbour becomes a hot spot for a mysterious virus, the two work together to help keep the problem under control and the residents of Provincetown safe. Their attraction is hard to deny, but is there place for romance in the middle of the turmoil?

I think I've only read one book from this series, but had no trouble jumping and loving the community of characters in this book. I imagine others reading enjoyed catching up with old friends, I know I definitely want to go back and read the rest of the series and experience all the beautiful love stories. Its a bit unfortunate for the timing of this book as it hits pretty close to reality at the moment but you can definitely still lose yourself in the romance, the friendships, and the family ties. I'd have liked to get to know Andy a little bit better, particularly as a main character, but the same could be said about every other character because they're all so interesting and lovely.

I received an ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Treacherous Seas is another great read in Radclyffe’s Provincetown series (#8).
Reese and Tori return and are waiting to become parents again. Provincetown has a new rookie cop Andy Champlain and a new PA, Laurel Winter. As paths cross, attraction ignites and their lives become affected by a cruise ship anchored in the harbor, its occupants suffering from a mysterious illness.
The scene is set and the characters are as engaging as Provincetown itself. Radclyffe has her pulse on the real life problems that we are facing today. She weaves them into a story line filled with uncertainty, tense moments and heartfelt joy. As in all of Radclyffe’s books, her writing is identifiable, engaging, never disappoints and highly recommended.
My thanks to NetGalley, Bold Strokes Books and Radclyffe for an ARC in exchange for an honest book review.

This is book 8 of the Provincetown Series by Radclyffe. Even though this can be read as a standalone, I recommend starting at the beginning of the series or otherwise you will miss one of the best book series in lesfic.

Reese Conlon and Tori King are about to become parents again but a strange virus outbreak threatens to disrupt their planned parental leave. Andy Champlain is a rookie cop working the summer in Provincetown, she soon realises that the apparent peaceful seaside town is nothing but. She’ll have to deal with a potentially dangerous virus, a journalist chasing for an exclusive story, and a beautiful PA at the clinic…

I have to admit that the book blurb almost put me off. Reading fiction about a virus outbreak in November 2020 isn’t exactly pleasurable. In this particular case, if fiction sounds too close to reality, it’s not mere coincidence. So, if you are fed up with coronavirus news, maybe this is not the best time to read this novel.

Having said that, I really liked the way Radclyffe deals with the virus story in an informative manner but keeping events light. I loved that she showed how a dangerous virus outbreak should be tackled by the authorities in an ideal world. It felt a bit like reading about a lesbian liberal president in ’46’ by Lynn Ames: fiction comes to the rescue when the reality is too much to bear.

Regarding the romance, it’s far from Radclyffe’s best but both mains are fleshed out well and have good chemistry together. For me, the highlight of this book is to read about Reese and Tory again and catch up with their story. It’s been a while since I’ve read book one so it felt like meeting good old friends.

Overall, a good sequel to the Provincetown Series by Radclyffe. 4 stars.

ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.

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2.5 stars
Radclyffe is one of my favorite author's and Provincetown series is one of my favorite series. But.....This was a miss for me. I think using a deadly virus was bad timing. We are currently in the middle of a pandemic and we have news of cases and death tolls every day. So I didn't consider it entertainment or enjoyment to read about it in my friendly, romantic and familiar series. I basically skimmed the virus content and that left a romance between two new characters and a birth of twins. The romance was very predictable but the birth was not because nothing went wrong. I expected many more complexity. But all went smoothly and happily ever after ending.
For those of you that have not read any of the Provincetown series books, go back and start with book number one. They are terrific......This is not a good example. I can't recommend it.
I was given this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Having completed the prior seven books of the series last month so I could experience a Radclyffe book at release for the first time, I didn’t have the enjoyment of a return to Provincetown that many had - but it was still great to return to much loved characters nonetheless. I thought Radclyffe had a really good balance between the new couple and Tory and Reese.

I really liked Andy and Laurel. Andy is a younger cop, on summer assignment, waiting for an opportunity to open up with the rest of her family of cops. She obviously has a difficult background and is reticent to allow any vulnerability to show through - so her meeting and growing into her relationship with Laurel is great. I also really liked her conflict about her job performance and her slow understanding of how Reese operates.

Laurel is older and is coming to Provincetown recently trained as a physicians assistant, working in the clinic. She’s not long divorced from a marriage to a man and is throwing herself into her work-life. As someone in one, I’m a big fan of an age-gap romance and I really liked the exploration between Andy and Laurel around their feelings towards each other, and what that might mean for their lives. One thing I’ve always loved about this series is how all of the characters treat the new relationship in the narrative very naturally - and this situation was no different.

Tory and Reese are expecting again, whilst also trying to deal with an outbreak of illness and the arrival of the CDC. I love how Rad has developed the character of Reggie and find all of their scenes with their daughter to be adorable. As always, the love between these two is really heartwarming.

Whilst the storyline that ties the book together mirrors COVID, I felt it was done well in not over sensationalising the possible epidemic in the narrative, whilst providing realistic feelings from the characters involved. The characters of the CDC were introduced in a little more detail than I’d have liked - but mainly only because I’d have preferred the time to spent elsewhere. If this is a setup for a future book though - I’ll be very happy.

You pretty much always know what you’re going to get with a Radclyffe book - but nonetheless I’d highly recommend this one.

I received an e-ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Treacherous Seas

In Radclyffe’s eigth book in the Provincetown series, she gives a nod to the pandemic. When passengers from a cruise ship start coming down with an unknown virus Tory and Reece, along with their new summer hires Laurel and Andy, partner with the CDC to try to put a stop to the spread.

As with all of Radclyffe’s books, strength of character and heart are driving forces that grab your attention and make you root for a happy ending. While telling the story of the new couple in town, Radclyffe checks in with several favorites, with emphasis on the couple that started it all...Reece and Tory.

I received this book free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I didn't realize this was a Provincetown Tale story so I was soooo excited when I started to read it. It was like coming home again after a long time away-to have Reese, Tory and Bri back and two more new characters, Andy and Laurel, I just curled up on the couch with a glass of wine and read the whole thing in one sitting (ok maybe 2 glasses of wine).

This storyline takes place in present time, even though Ms. Radclyffe didn't call the contingent what 'it' is, you knew. But it wasn't just all about the illness, we also get to be there for the birth of Reese and Tory's newest members of their family. The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars was because of the virus storyline, just too soon for me to read about what we are still going through irl (sorry). Setting the virus storyline aside, I just fell in love with this small town and its folks all over again (it even had me re-reading some of the past books). As always, Ms. Radclyffe brings this town and its inhabitants alive in a kaleidoscope of personalities and backgrounds.

Thank you Ms. Radclyffe for a trip to the Cape, can we maybe have a trip to DC given we are this close to kicking out the Orange in the Oval office this year? <smile> And as long as I am making my Christmas list to Santa, have Rebecca, Catherine Sloan and Michael coming along also? <smile>

I received an ARC through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review, but would have written the same opinion if I had come across this author on my own.

To see my Amazon review, it is under CC-A trip to the Cape, hold tight

How I’ve missed my Provincetown friends! This book is like coming home. Treacherous Seas introduces us to young Andy Champlain, Provincetown’s latest police recruit. Andy is young but not naïve, full of confidence and eager to prove herself but sometimes skittish when she’s transported back to her tough and demanding family and past. Laurel Winter, the new PA at the Provincetown clinic is looking for a new beginning, finally able to truly be herself and live her dreams. A work injury brings them together and the spark is immediate.

Reese Conlon and Tori King is looking forward to the birth of their twins when an unexpected complication arise. A cruise ship full of sick patients visit Provincetown and our four main characters together with some old favourites from the Provincetown series have handle this escalating situation.

The story was well paced and as always, Radclyffe’s writing is excellent. The love story didn’t feel forced or rushed like sometimes can be the case. The characters, new and old, are well developed and instantly likable. Like with a lot of Radclyffe books, I felt this book could have been longer. While we do get to see Bri, Flynn, Nita and a few other old favourites, I felt that they could have had a little more airtime, even if it was just one or two scenes. I missed KT the most! A very enjoyable, relaxing read with just enough tension. Just one thing – President Powell’s been president for a loooong time. He was only briefly mentioned but it had me giggling. The timelines don’t really make that much sense but I guess that this book is set a few years ago. Maybe I missed those details.

I always enjoy all the Radclyffe series and would LOVE to see more Provincetown books down the line. You can enjoy this book as a standalone, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Read it as part of a series. Two thumbs up!

Another good story from Radclyffe about Provincetown with Reese and Tori and new friends. Quite appropriate for these times as it conerns a cruise liner with passengers who have an unknown virus.

Ahhh, I love Reece and Tori! So much emotion. I haven’t read all of the others in the series, but I didn’t feel lost while reading this one. Current matters aside, I love reading about contagions and viruses and Rad obviously has the knowledge and storytelling to get it done properly. I also like reading about established couples as well as those just getting together for the first time, because hey even married lesbians can have an adventure or two!

Andy and Laura were interesting characters and it was exciting to see their attraction grow and blossom. They had good chemistry and I liked how they “completed” each other. I will definitely be going back and reading the rest in this series.