Slices of Life

Ruby Dixon

Mar 2020 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Mason Lloyd and Hollie Jackson

About this audiobook

A collection of all Slice of Life short stories! "Having the Barbarian's Baby:" Megan's ready to give birth, but she's not ready to let her mate leave her side. When Cashol must go hunting to feed the tribe, they're separated for the first time since resonance. Not a problem, except the baby's ready to be born and there's a storm brewing . . . "Ice Ice Babies:" It's hard being a new mom on a barren, wintry planet. How about a mom . . . times two? Nora has to find a way to juggle babies, her mate, and friendships while catching the occasional nap. Can she get her groove back? "Calm:" One morning, gentle Maylak wakes up and feels a sense of oncoming dread. As the tribe's healer, it is her job to ensure that everyone is safe, happy, and healthy . . . and they are. So what can be threatening her people? "Aftershocks:" On the day the world shook, everything changed for the barbarian tribe. This short story goes back to the event and gives additional insight. How do Rukh and Harlow fare through the disaster? How does the chief handle the destruction of everything he's ever known? Contains mature themes.

Ratings and reviews

OVERALL: 4 stars — Usually when I read a set of short stories, they are by different authors so they’re inconsistent. But these were all unique but great! HAVING THE BARBARIAN’S BABY 4 stars — Okay, Cashol was adorable. Like, start to finish adorable. I loved the way he would tease Megan and do everything in his power to get her to smile. At first I thought I’d get annoyed with Megan’s anxiety, but I got it…especially considering what had happened to her in the past. I forgot what happened to her when she was kidnapped. I loved the whole treasure hunt thing, and it was just an adorable story. ICE ICE BABIES 4 stars — It’s kind of fun to get a glimpse of the other couples who didn’t get a full story. I was a bit slower to get into this one, just because I couldn’t feel the connection between Nora and Dagesh as easily. But it was funny how it ended up showing how just because they’re on an ice planet, doesn’t mean parents don’t struggle through the same stuff (insecurities, exhaustion, worry). I loved the side bit with Ashe, I feel pretty sad for her and hope this helps her connect with more than just Nora. CALM 4 stars — I loved getting to see inside Maylak’s head, since she is such an integral part of the tribe. I could feel how much she cared for EVERYONE, and how upsetting this “bad feeling” was. It has me curious for sure. But mostly it was just an interesting way to see the tribe from a different perspective. MOVING DAY 3.5 stars — This was truly just a teeny tiny story from Farley’s POV, but it was cute. It was fun to see things from her perspective. AFTERSHOCKS 4.5 stars — This was an interesting little short story, b/c it was like a compilation of vignettes. Because of how big this event was, I really appreciated seeing these different perspectives. I think my only complaint is that I kind of wanted that middle part from Rukh’s POV, but otherwise I just loved seeing glimpses of Rukh/Harlow and Vektal/Georgie dealing with the motherload of craziness.

About the author

Ruby Dixon is the secret pen name of a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. As Ruby, she writes about sexy barbarian aliens, grumpy shifters, and domineering bikers.

Mason Lloyd is an audiobook narrator from Portland, Oregon. With his deep and warm voice, he's found a niche in the romance and erotic fiction genres and loves every minute of it.

With over 600 audiobooks narrated and produced since 2013, multiple award-winning narrator Hollie Jackson has worked with both independent and USA Today bestselling authors. Hollie's voice brings all manner of characters to vibrant, compelling life, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in the story.