When you sign on to read a Cardeno C. novel, you are positive to get three things in return: first, a romance that is sweet and rewarding; second, a happy ever after that comes with very little angst or troubles; and third, a feel good emotional reward that leaves you smiling long after the novel’s end. Cardeno C. is a master at romance—sweet, sometimes sappy, yet always a complete story where boy meets boy, boy gets boy and they both live happily ever after....This author dares to create a happy ever after for an average guy, with an above average man who desires him. In the end, Not a Game becomes a magical fairytale romance that delivers all the feels and emotions with a twist—characters who are, for once, utterly real and worthy of love.

a wonderfully sweet book

I absolutely love a Caredeno C. book and the audio version of Johnnie did not disappoint.

Now that was a sweet and sexy read! Whew! This is my first book by this author but won't be my last. I didn't read the first one and followed along just fine so no worries there. ... I liked a lot of things about this book. The sex was hot and frequent. ... Both men accepted their attraction easily despite everything being against them. I love a vicious vamp and these were definitely that with a dash of compassion. ... Ethan's POV was very distinct with his dialect and word usage. I smiled almost every time he said pecker. ... I liked this book. If you're in the mood for a steamy vamp and wolf romance then I'd recommend it.