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Readers who enjoyed Shakespearotica: Queering the Bard by Salome Wilde, Rob Rosen, Jean Roberta, Louisa Bacio, Tilly Hunter, Wes Hartley, Penelope Addams, Caitlin Ricci, Laila Blake & Anna Black also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.

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  • Hamilton's Battalion: A Trio of Romances by Courtney Milan, Alyssa Cole

    Hamilton's Battalion: A Trio of Romances by Courtney Milan, Alyssa Cole

    Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 3 of 5
    Open door [?] · 13 ratings
    Love in the time of Hamilton…. On October 14, 1781, Alexander Hamilton led a daring assault on Yorktown's defenses and won a decisive victory in America's fight for independence. Decades later, when Eliza Hamilton collected his soldiers' stories, she discovered that while the war was won at Yorktown, the battle for love took place on many fronts. .. PROMISED LAND by Rose Lerner...
  • The Lion Lies Waiting by Glenn Quigley

    The Lion Lies Waiting by Glenn Quigley

    Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars
    · 1 ratings
    Sequel to The Moth and Moon. Winter, 1780, and the solstice is fast approaching. Four months after the events of The Moth and Moon, burly fisherman Robin Shipp is preparing for his first Midwinter festival with his lover, the handsome baker Edwin Farriner...
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    queer  m-m  f-f  bisexual  historical  length-medium
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  • Words Heard in Silence by T. Novan, Taylor Rickard

    Words Heard in Silence by T. Novan, Taylor Rickard

    Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 3 of 5
    Open door [?] · 7 ratings
    An epic love story in war-ravaged Culpeper during the Civil War where an unlikely romance blossoms between the widowed Rebecca and the dashing Union Officer Colonel Charles. Can their love survive the agony of war? It's 1864 in Culpeper, Virginia, and the Civil War is raging. War widow Rebecca Gaines struggles to manage the family farm on her own...
  • Flowers by Night by Lucy May Lennox

    Flowers by Night by Lucy May Lennox

    Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
    · 6 ratings
    A vivid, meticulously researched novel that depicts unconventional lives during the first half of the 19th century in Edo—the city that would become Tokyo—a city wracked by frequent natural disasters, but where one can find bawdy, thrilling entertainment of every kind...
  • Neon Roses by Rachel Dawson

    Neon Roses by Rachel Dawson

    Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
    · 4 ratings
    Eluned Hughes is stuck. It's 1984 in a valley in south Wales: the miners' strike is ravaging her community; her sister's swanned off with a Thatcherite policeman; and her boyfriend Lloyd keeps bringing up marriage. And if they play '99 Red Balloons' on the radio one more time, she might just lose her mind...
  • Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta

    Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta

    Rated: 3.95 of 5 stars
    · 29 ratings
    Inspired by Nigeria’s folktales and its war, Under the Udala Trees is a deeply searching, powerful debut about the dangers of living and loving openly. Ijeoma comes of age as her nation does; born before independence, she is eleven when civil war breaks out in the young republic of Nigeria. Sent away to safety, she meets another displaced child and they, star-crossed, fall in love...
  • Cobalt by Nathan Aldyne

    Cobalt by Nathan Aldyne

    Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars
    · 6 ratings
    The two sometimes-detectives from VERMILION have teamed up again for a summer of fun in Provincetown. While Valentine browses for Mr. Right, Clarisse nabs a hunky cop all her own. But suddenly suspicion burns hotter than the sun as a string of murders mars the merriment. And somehwere in the endless secrets, jealousies, and lies behind the beautiful faces around them is a motive for murder.
  • Empire of the Damned by Jay Kristoff

    Empire of the Damned by Jay Kristoff

    Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 4 of 5
    Explicit open door [?] · 64 ratings
    From the New York Times bestselling author of the Nevernight Chronicle, Jay Kristoff, comes the much-anticipated sequel to the #1 international bestselling sensation EMPIRE OF THE VAMPIRE. From holy cup comes holy light;. The faithful hands sets world aright. And in the Seven Martyrs’ sight,. Mere man shall end this endless night...
  • Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff

    Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff

    Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 3 of 5
    Open door [?] · 102 ratings
    From holy cup comes holy light;. The faithful hands sets world aright. And in the Seven Martyrs’ sight,. Mere man shall end this endless night. It has been twenty-seven long years since the last sunrise. For nearly three decades, vampires have waged war against humanity; building their eternal empire even as they tear down our own. Now, only a few tiny sparks of light endure in a sea of darkness...
  • He Who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan

    He Who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan

    Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 3 of 5
    Open door [?] · 37 ratings
    How much would you give to win the world? Zhu Yuanzhang, the Radiant King, is riding high after her victory that tore southern China from its Mongol masters. Now she burns with a new desire: to seize the throne and crown herself emperor. But Zhu isn’t the only one with imperial ambitions...
  • Rock and Riot by Chelsey Furedi

    Rock and Riot by Chelsey Furedi

    Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 1 of 5
    Glimpses and kisses [?] · 17 ratings
    With all the fashion and quirks of the 50's comes the vintage queer love story that you've never heard before. Rock and Riot follows the tales of teenage delinquents learning about gender and sexual orientations while still maintaining their fabulous hair.
  • Labyrinth's Heart by M.A. Carrick

    Labyrinth's Heart by M.A. Carrick

    Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 2 of 5
    Behind closed doors [?] · 30 ratings
    “Lush, engrossing and full of mystery and dark magic" ( BookPage ), Labyrinth's Heart is the thrilling conclusion to M. A. Carrick's Rook & Rose trilogy, in which a con artist, a vigilante, and a crime lord become reluctant allies in the quest to save their city from a dangerous ancient magic. May you see the face and not the mask. Ren came to Nadežra with a plan...
  • The Assassin's Dragon by W.M. Fawkes, Sam Burns

    The Assassin's Dragon by W.M. Fawkes, Sam Burns

    Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 4 of 5
    Explicit open door [?] · 15 ratings
    In Atheldinas, everyone’s secrets have been uncovered. Tristram is a half-dragon, Nicholas is a villain scheming to take the throne from his cousin Roland, and eternally sharp Bet is nothing less than a hero. The cost has been high, and now Tristram is forced to amass the armies of Llangard to save his king from Jarl Vidar, the mysterious figure who’s hellbent on tearing Llangard in two...
  • Rock and Riot Volume 2 by Chelsey Furedi

    Rock and Riot Volume 2 by Chelsey Furedi

    Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 1 of 5
    Glimpses and kisses [?] · 10 ratings
    The 1950's were all about rules and restrictions, but these teens don't give a damn. ..
  • The Bell in the Fog by Lev A.C. Rosen

    The Bell in the Fog by Lev A.C. Rosen

    Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 2 of 5
    Behind closed doors [?] · 33 ratings
    The Bell in the Fog, a dazzling historical mystery by Lev AC Rosen, asks—once you have finally found a family, how far would you go to prove yourself to them? San Francisco, 1952. Detective Evander “Andy” Mills has started a new life for himself as a private detective—but his business hasn’t exactly taken off...
  • The Prince's Dragon by W.M. Fawkes, Sam Burns

    The Prince's Dragon by W.M. Fawkes, Sam Burns

    Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 4 of 5
    Explicit open door [?] · 18 ratings
    The last place Lord Tristram Radcliffe ever expected to find himself was right hand to the Llangardian throne. His parentage should have seen him banished, but he managed to keep his draconic secret. Now, King Reynold is dead. Long live King Roland...
  • Rock and Riot Volume 3 by Chelsey Furedi

    Rock and Riot Volume 3 by Chelsey Furedi

    Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 1 of 5
    Glimpses and kisses [?] · 10 ratings
    These tough-kids gussy up for the big dance in style! In this third and final instalment of the online hit comic series "Rock and Riot". The three gangs may finally get the guts to pull the biggest middle finger to society, together. If anything can be learned from their rascality, the easiest way is never the fun way.
  • Shadows in Bloom: A Dark Romance Anthology by Lola Malone, Jessie Walker

    Shadows in Bloom: A Dark Romance Anthology by Lola Malone, Jessie Walker

    Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars
    · 9 ratings
    Long summer nights, the rustle of leaves and flowers in full bloom. It’s the perfect time of the year to live life the fullest, plan for tomorrow and forget about yesterday. But what happens when the shadows come out to play? After all…you won’t see it coming until it hits you in the Shadows in Bloom...
  • Fan Service: Supernatural Society Omnibus by Gail Carriger

    Fan Service: Supernatural Society Omnibus by Gail Carriger

    Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars
    · 5 ratings
    This collector’s special Fan Service omnibus contains stories specifically tailored to honor Gail Carriger’s most devoted fans. The print run was 500 limited (numbered) editions, and 30 (lettered) leather-boxed tray case editions. It includes previously published Supernatural Society Novellas: Romancing the Inventor, Romancing the Werewolf. And an all new and never before seen novelette:...
  • We Cry the Sea by Glenn Quigley

    We Cry the Sea by Glenn Quigley

    Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars
    · 1 ratings
    After the explosive events of The Lion Lies Waiting, life has returned to normal for burly fisherman Robin Shipp. That is until the innkeeper of the ancient Moth & Moon approaches him with a surprising proposal, and an unexpected arrival brings some shocking news that sends Robin on a perilous journey alone...
    Categorized as:
    queer  pirates  m-m  f-f  historical  fantasy  length-medium
  • Legacy by Gail Z. Martin

    Legacy by Gail Z. Martin

    Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars
    · 8 ratings
    A dark witch dynasty. A malicious, immortal undersea place-spirit. Eternal guardians who wagered their souls to protect Charleston. Omens of impending disaster have the city on edge. Tremors warn of earthquake risk, while a potentially catastrophic storm gathers strength over the ocean and heads for land...
  • Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher

    Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher

    Rated: 4.01 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 1 of 5
    Glimpses and kisses [?] · 68 ratings
    Heartstopper meets A Knight’s Tale in this queer medieval rom com YA debut about love, friendship, and being brave enough to change the course of history. It’s been hundreds of years since King Arthur’s reign. His descendant, Arthur, a future Lord and general gadabout, has been betrothed to Gwendoline, the quick-witted, short-tempered princess of England, since birth...
    Categorized as:
    queer  young adult  fantasy  f-f  arthurian  royalty  medieval  humor
  • Fire in the Hole by Alex Westmore

    Fire in the Hole by Alex Westmore

    Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 5 of 5
    Explicit and plentiful [?] · 7 ratings
    Fire in the hole! Those were the last words Quinn Gallagher heard before her mighty ship sunk beneath the waves. Now she’s adrift in more ways than one as she attempts to flee from all those who would push her under… underground, under water, and of course under the covers...
    Categorized as:
    queer  pirates  f-f  historical  fantasy  new adult  m-m  length-medium
  • The Fulbourn by D.K. Girl, Danielle K. Girl

    The Fulbourn by D.K. Girl, Danielle K. Girl

    Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars
    · 4 ratings
    When the King of Daemonkind comes to call, be ready for hell to follow. After Lucifer’s disturbing visit, the quest to destroy the Blight takes on a desperate urgency. Finding Lieutenant Edward Charters is paramount...
    Categorized as:
    queer  fantasy  m-m  paranormal  historical  dark  urban fantasy  magic
  • The Ivory King by V.L. Locey

    The Ivory King by V.L. Locey

    Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 3 of 5
    Open door [?] · 4 ratings
    The kingdom’s future rests on their shoulders. Aelir, a noble elf, has been trained since infancy to step into the role of Ruler of the Vills of Renedith, a position held by his autocratic grandfather...
    Categorized as:
    queer  fantasy  m-m  high fantasy  magic  f-f  death  historical
  • Driven by Duty by Mia West

    Driven by Duty by Mia West

    Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars
    · 7 ratings
    A warlord’s daughter has responsibilities. No one knows that better than Gwen, only daughter and political pawn of her father, Uthyr. But with her husband banished and her brother gone after him, Gwen isn’t leaving her fate in Uthyr’s hands one moment longer. She needs someone she can trust. Luckily, her lover Elain is the most courageous, loyal, honest woman she knows...
    Categorized as:
    queer  historical  m-m  f-f  fantasy  erotica  military  medieval
  • The Long Past & Other Stories by Ginn Hale

    The Long Past & Other Stories by Ginn Hale

    Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
    · 6 ratings
    1858 –Warring mages open up a vast inland sea that splits the United States in two. With the floodwaters come creatures from a long distant past. What seems like the End Times forges a new era of heroes and heroines who challenge tradition, law, and even death as they transform the old west into a new world...
    Categorized as:
    queer  fantasy  historical  steampunk  m-m  western  f-f  paranormal
  • Aphrodite in Bloom by Anonymous

    Aphrodite in Bloom by Anonymous

    Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars
    · Steam rating: 5 of 5
    Explicit and plentiful [?] · 5 ratings
    This erotic anthology has something for everyone and caters to many different tastes and proclivities. Discover what interests or excites you. Explore which is your perfect story. Return to it again and again. We dare you. A virgin receives an especially satisfying gift at a masked ball. .. A duke offers to settle a man’s debt for one night with his wife. .
  • Tremontaine: The Complete Season Two by Ellen Kushner, Joel Derfner

    Tremontaine: The Complete Season Two by Ellen Kushner, Joel Derfner

    Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings
    Welcome to Tremontaine, the prequel to Ellen Kushner’s beloved Riverside series that began with Swordspoint! A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; her husband’s dangerous affair with a handsome scholar; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius on the brink of revolution—when long-buried lies threaten to come to light, betrayal and treachery...
    Categorized as:
    queer  historical  f-f  m-m  fantasy  length-epic  audiobook
  • Lies in Our Stars by Paul Witcover, Alaya Dawn Johnson

    Lies in Our Stars by Paul Witcover, Alaya Dawn Johnson

    Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings
    Plots within plots ratchet up the intrigue in this week's installment of Tremontaine, the episodic web series set in Ellen Kushner's Swordpoint universe. A moment of staggering inspiration and insight sets events in motion that have the potential to fracture friendships, shatter alliances, and remake the balance of power in the city . . . and the world...
    Categorized as:
    queer  historical  f-f  m-m  fantasy  length-novella
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