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A review by kala_b_reviews
Love Sick: A Valentine's Day Charity Anthology by K. Elle Morrison
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I think this is the very first anthology that I actually read front to back and in order without any skipping. I do appreciate anthologies that go to a good cause like the Trevor Project. While I did receive an ARC, I did go ahead and buy the book as well bc I believe in what they are doing! Onto the review: Man I am so happy that I was blessed with this ARC. I LOVED it! Overall, I’ll give it a 4.5/5. This anthology opened the door to books that I would have never picked up for myself and after posting this review, I will be looking into these authors and their other works. I love the different stories, ideas and tropes that these authors gave us. They all did a phenomenal job. If you want further insightful reviews to each book, continue below:
Honor Bound- K Elle Morrison
5/5 ⭐️
My favorite thing about anthologies is discovering new authors and DAMN! Did this book start off with a bang! I will be adding this author’s books to my TBR now. This book checked off all of my fav tropes in 1 short story: age gap, bodyguard, mafia/bratva. I also REALLY love Victoria’s inner monologues. She really had me all giddy with her for Jason.
Dedicated in Ink- KM Ringer
4/5 ⭐️
I’ll be honest, I think this is the firs MM romance I have read and…I really liked it! Well the romance and dedication to each other part. Shi and Drew are just too darn cute. I do love a bodyguard/security type of book. I didn’t really like the last chapter though. I know it’s hard since it’s a short story but…the lack of concern for the dead bodies while they talk about their love life…rubbed me the wrong way.
Finding the DJ- Kat Fallons
4/5 ⭐️
Eeek! This was so hot! I love that Luna is such a tease and not making it easy for Bas and Jav. I haven’t looked into it but I certainly hope there’s a continuation to this story! Or, if there isn’t, I hope the author is planning on a full length novel for this!
Cinema Serendipity - Lauren Greene
5/5 ⭐️
This anthology is shaping up to be the best ever! I have never read a book like this before! Ugh, they got me all giddy and kicking my feet. I love Taylor and Audrey’s story! How cute!
Slap Shot - DJ Krimmer
5/5 ⭐️
Nooooo I knew it was coming bc it’s only 5 chapters but I didn’t want it to be over!!! I know exactly what’s going on my TBR. Ugh I LOVE River’s character so much! I love that she stays in control, caring for the team, never lets anyone see her buck but yet her inner monologue is just so emotional. This is my first hockey romance book in like 10 years and I can’t wait for more of this story!
Scream for Love - Molly Doyle
5/5 ⭐️
Ah, finally. This was the reason I signed up so quick for this anthology. I LOVE Molly Doyle so much! If you haven’t read the Masked Men series, I urge you to read that first before reading this. There is a whole backstory to these characters and it’s so worth reading, I promise you!
Dirtbags - Harper Ashley & Wren Hawthorne
4/5 ⭐️
Damn, I’m so curious now about their backstory. Like…all of them! So far, loving this anthology because it’s introducing me to characters I’ve never read before. There were so many characters for me to keep up with that it was hard to picture the logistics of their…activities, despite the author’s guidance. I do love the after sex banter that they have. They already sound like a family in just the few chapters.
Sinfully Theirs - Nicole Banks
4/5 ⭐️
Oooh this definitely enticed me to read their books. I LOVE Cruz and Ravens banter. I’m interested to see how she met Jax and how they even got into this sort of relationship. This book definitely leaves you wanting more.
On the Power Play - Eden Knox
5/5 ⭐️
CUTE! AHHH, it ended too soon. I wonder if there’s more content for these 3. I’ll have to check it out. IDK what it is about this anthology but this is the second hockey romance in the line up I’m reading and I am INTO IT! I didn’t know I’d find a liking for hockey romances again!
Heart-Shaped Box - L. Renée Richard
4/5 ⭐️
A very wholesome story! I do love how quickly Mari was able to find a distraction from the pain that she experienced in the first chapter. I hate long dragged out woman-crying-over-man betrayal stories. Besides, who doesn’t love a good latte boy story?! Coffee and love go together so well.
Totally Gummied - Zoey Indiana
This is what I was the most worried about when it comes to anthologies because there’s always that’s story with a trope/vibe that I’m just not into. I read the blurb and all so I was prepared for what I was going to read but…really hard to get into for me personally. Totally NOT the author’s fault. However, if you’re into a fast paced, grumpy bear shifter that turns into a cutesy gummy bear, then this book is for you! I love shifter romances and this author has a lot of them so I will definitely be checking out her other works with other shifters that are more my speed.
Forever Valentine - Jennifer J. Williams
5/5 ⭐️
I’m giving it a 5/5 but a very tentative one only because I feel like I am missing out on a lot of backstory! The story reads like a wrap up or a look back on characters of a long series. Despite that, OMG, it was cute, funny, sexy and so many other emotions! I love the difference in couples. I really wish i knew their history because I feel like I would love this even more. And the group texts, let me tell you, I LOVE a good text banter in books!
Honor Bound- K Elle Morrison
5/5 ⭐️
My favorite thing about anthologies is discovering new authors and DAMN! Did this book start off with a bang! I will be adding this author’s books to my TBR now. This book checked off all of my fav tropes in 1 short story: age gap, bodyguard, mafia/bratva. I also REALLY love Victoria’s inner monologues. She really had me all giddy with her for Jason.
Dedicated in Ink- KM Ringer
4/5 ⭐️
I’ll be honest, I think this is the firs MM romance I have read and…I really liked it! Well the romance and dedication to each other part. Shi and Drew are just too darn cute. I do love a bodyguard/security type of book. I didn’t really like the last chapter though. I know it’s hard since it’s a short story but…the lack of concern for the dead bodies while they talk about their love life…rubbed me the wrong way.
Finding the DJ- Kat Fallons
4/5 ⭐️
Eeek! This was so hot! I love that Luna is such a tease and not making it easy for Bas and Jav. I haven’t looked into it but I certainly hope there’s a continuation to this story! Or, if there isn’t, I hope the author is planning on a full length novel for this!
Cinema Serendipity - Lauren Greene
5/5 ⭐️
This anthology is shaping up to be the best ever! I have never read a book like this before! Ugh, they got me all giddy and kicking my feet. I love Taylor and Audrey’s story! How cute!
Slap Shot - DJ Krimmer
5/5 ⭐️
Nooooo I knew it was coming bc it’s only 5 chapters but I didn’t want it to be over!!! I know exactly what’s going on my TBR. Ugh I LOVE River’s character so much! I love that she stays in control, caring for the team, never lets anyone see her buck but yet her inner monologue is just so emotional. This is my first hockey romance book in like 10 years and I can’t wait for more of this story!
Scream for Love - Molly Doyle
5/5 ⭐️
Ah, finally. This was the reason I signed up so quick for this anthology. I LOVE Molly Doyle so much! If you haven’t read the Masked Men series, I urge you to read that first before reading this. There is a whole backstory to these characters and it’s so worth reading, I promise you!
Dirtbags - Harper Ashley & Wren Hawthorne
4/5 ⭐️
Damn, I’m so curious now about their backstory. Like…all of them! So far, loving this anthology because it’s introducing me to characters I’ve never read before. There were so many characters for me to keep up with that it was hard to picture the logistics of their…activities, despite the author’s guidance. I do love the after sex banter that they have. They already sound like a family in just the few chapters.
Sinfully Theirs - Nicole Banks
4/5 ⭐️
Oooh this definitely enticed me to read their books. I LOVE Cruz and Ravens banter. I’m interested to see how she met Jax and how they even got into this sort of relationship. This book definitely leaves you wanting more.
On the Power Play - Eden Knox
5/5 ⭐️
CUTE! AHHH, it ended too soon. I wonder if there’s more content for these 3. I’ll have to check it out. IDK what it is about this anthology but this is the second hockey romance in the line up I’m reading and I am INTO IT! I didn’t know I’d find a liking for hockey romances again!
Heart-Shaped Box - L. Renée Richard
4/5 ⭐️
A very wholesome story! I do love how quickly Mari was able to find a distraction from the pain that she experienced in the first chapter. I hate long dragged out woman-crying-over-man betrayal stories. Besides, who doesn’t love a good latte boy story?! Coffee and love go together so well.
Totally Gummied - Zoey Indiana
This is what I was the most worried about when it comes to anthologies because there’s always that’s story with a trope/vibe that I’m just not into. I read the blurb and all so I was prepared for what I was going to read but…really hard to get into for me personally. Totally NOT the author’s fault. However, if you’re into a fast paced, grumpy bear shifter that turns into a cutesy gummy bear, then this book is for you! I love shifter romances and this author has a lot of them so I will definitely be checking out her other works with other shifters that are more my speed.
Forever Valentine - Jennifer J. Williams
5/5 ⭐️
I’m giving it a 5/5 but a very tentative one only because I feel like I am missing out on a lot of backstory! The story reads like a wrap up or a look back on characters of a long series. Despite that, OMG, it was cute, funny, sexy and so many other emotions! I love the difference in couples. I really wish i knew their history because I feel like I would love this even more. And the group texts, let me tell you, I LOVE a good text banter in books!