Courage
“Thoma writes very endearing characters, extraordinary people in normal lives. …A slow burn romance with plenty of sparks and chemistry.”—Jude in the Stars
“Set in the same universe as Serenity, Thoma has again done a great job of exploring difficult, relevant topics in an accessible way, whilst also managing to include a believable romance and some much needed elements of humour.”—LGBTQ+ Reader
“I love a serious police procedural. Add in an enchanting romance with beautiful characters, and you have the perfect novel. That is exactly what I found in Courage by Jesse J. Thoma. I was hooked on page one, and was sad to leave this tale when I reached the end.”—Rainbow Reflections
“Courage is a slow burn romance with plenty of sparks and chemistry. You can always count on Jesse J. Thoma to write solid but tender stories.”—Rainbow Literary Society
“I LOVED that Thoma addresses the issues of police reform, Black Lives Matter, and ‘defund the police’ in a non-political way. She brings these issues into the story in a way that makes SO MUCH sense.”—Love, Literature
“Jesse J. Thoma brings two stories to life in parallel, one being the work and dynamics of the new ride-along program and how the two protagonists deal with it, and the other the romance between the two. I loved both parts. …Highly recommended for anyone looking for a good cop/social worker story who enjoys angst and tricky situations.”—Lez Review Books
Serenity
“Serenity is the perfect example of opposites attract. …I’m a sucker for stories of redemption and for characters who push their limits, prove themselves to be more than others seem to think. This lesbian opposites attract romance book is all that, and well-written too.”—Lez Review Books
“I really liked this one. I liked the pace, the stakes, and the characterizations. The relationship builds well, there are likeable supporting characters, and of course, you’re rooting for Kit and Thea even as your heart breaks for both of them and their situations. It’s a sweet romance, and I appreciated that a lot of the issues Kit faces have nothing to do with her sexuality in a predominately male-driven, sexist profession.”—Kissing Backwards
The Chase
“The primary couple’s initial meeting is a uniquely amusing yet action-packed scenario. I was definitely drawn into the dynamic events of this thoroughly gratifying book via an artfully droll and continuously exciting story. Spectacularly entertaining!”—Rainbow Book Reviews
Seneca Falls—Lambda Literary Award Finalist
“Loneliness and survival are the two themes dominating Seneca King’s life in Thoma’s emotionally raw contemporary lesbian romance. Thoma bluntly and uncompromisingly portrays Seneca’s struggles with chronic pain, emotional trauma, and uncertainty.”—Publishers Weekly
“This was another extraordinary book that I could not put down. Magnificent!”—Rainbow Book Reviews
“…a deeply moving account of a young woman trying to raise herself from the ashes of a youth-gone-wrong. Thoma has given us a redemptive tale—and Seneca isn’t the only one who needs saving. Told with just enough wit and humor to break the tension that arises from living with villainous ghosts from the past, this is a tale woven into a narrative tapestry of healing and wholeness.”—Lambda Literary
Pedal to the Metal
“Sassy and sexy meet adventurous and slightly nerdy in Thoma’s much-anticipated sequel to The Chase. Tongue-in-cheek wit keeps the fast-moving action from going off the rails, all balanced by richly nuanced interpersonal relationships and sweet, realistic romance.”—Publishers Weekly
“[Pedal to the Metal] has a wonderful cast of characters including the two primary women from the first book in subsidiary roles and some classy good guys versus bad guys action. …The people, the predicaments, the multi-level layers of both the storyline and the couples populating the Rhode Island landscapes once again had me glued to the pages chapter after chapter. This book works so well on so many levels and is a wonderful complement to the opening book of this series that I truly hope the author will add several additional books to the series. Mystery, action, passion, and family linked together create one amazing reading experience. Scintillating!”—Rainbow Book Reviews