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Rejects Paradise Collection by Sheridan Anne

challenging dark emotional hopeful mysterious tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Rejected Paradise Collection is a dark, bully romance collection of all 4 Rejects Paradise books plus the bonus novella Black Widow.

Ocean and Colton’s chemistry was intense and all consuming. The secondary characters were entertaining. The steamy, intimate moments were great and I enjoyed the action packed scenes. At times, the book seemed to go on longer than necessary, but the nonstop drama kept me engaged. Overall, it was a good, emotionally packed story with lots of twists.

Lessa Lamb, Black Lockheart and Maeve York did a really good job narrating. Their portrayal of these characters made it more enjoyable.

Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

4.0

Wow. This book was not what I was expecting it to be. It was suspenseful and held my attention the whole time. The chemistry between Aiden and Kayla was intense. Plenty of twists and a jaw dropping ending! I really loved that sweet ending!

Troy Duran and Tara Langella did a really nice job narrating this book. Tara is a first time listen for me and I think she portrayed Kayla well. Troy did a wonderful portraying Aiden for sure.

My Silver Lining by Laura Pavlov

funny hopeful lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

My Silver Lining (Rosewood River #2) is a small town, fake dating romance.

Oh my goodness what an entertaining story! I fell head over heels for Rafe. He was a sweet and charming hero. Lulu was sassy and had a strong personality. They were a fun couple with great chemistry and the witty banter was a treat. I loved the writing style and secondary characters. This world has been fun and I am looking forward to more.

Sean Masters and Vanessa Edwin were the perfect pair to portray Rafe and Lulu. Great narration!

This Moment by Kelly Elliott

funny hopeful mysterious tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This Moment (Moose Village #1) is a small town romance.

I really enjoyed Cadie & Kian’s story. Both characters were lovable and their growing chemistry was great. Perfect amount of drama, humor and intimate moments. The storyline captivated me, but I did feel like certain issues were resolved a bit quickly. Overall, this story had me hooked until the end, and I loved all the characters. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Always a Fake Bridesmaid by Carrie Ann Ryan

adventurous emotional funny hopeful sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Always a Fake Bridesmaid (Clover Lake #1) is a small town, fake dating romance.

This fast paced novella was a great introduction to a new series. Ewan and Livvy’s story was such a delight to read. Their chemistry was instant and powerful, and I enjoyed every bit of it. Wonderful diverse cast of characters with an emotionally packed storyline. I’m so excited for the next book.

Warrior by Ashton Brooks

challenging emotional hopeful sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Warrior (Rebels of the Undead #1) is a second chance, MC romance.

I fell head over heels for Colt from the very beginning. His and Lyric’s connection was long lasting and evident when they first met at a young age. It pained me to learn about how they reconnected, but I enjoyed the journey as they learned about each other again. Their love story brought out all the emotions! Ashton Brooks writes suspense so well, but throw in an MC trope, and it was icing on the cake! I need to read more of this crew!

On Loverose Lane by Samantha Young

funny hopeful slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

On Loverose Lane (Return to Dublin Street #1) is an enemies to lovers romance.

Callen and Beth were such a perfect couple. I ate up the witty banter and intense chemistry. This author did a great job creating a swoony and addictive world packed full of emotion. I’m excited for the next book in the series.

Game Misconduct by Emily Silver

challenging funny hopeful tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Game Misconduct is a second chance, hockey romance.

Marcus and Harper’s story was enjoyable. This author did a really good job expressing their longing and unwavering feelings toward each other. The chemistry was intense. I really enjoyed the connection they built between each other and their family. I felt that the hockey aspect was well written. Overall, a good read with a sweet happily ever after.

Best Friends for Never by Teagan Hunter

adventurous emotional funny hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Best Friends for Never is a small town, second chance romance.

Noel and Parker’s story was fun and engaging. I loved both characters individually and as a couple. You could feel their chemistry every time they were around each other. Eli enjoyed the banter, the drama and intimate moments .Another well written book by this author.

Lee Samuels and Emma Wilder did an exceptional job with narrating this book. It was believable and an entertaining portrayal of these characters.

The Wrong Bride by Catharina Maura

challenging emotional hopeful sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The Wrong Bride The Windsors #1) is a billionaire, age gap romance.

Ares and Raven’s story was an enjoyable, yet frustrating read. I loved their chemistry in the beginning; I could sense the building tension throughout their story. I wanted to lash out at some characters a time or two, because of their actions and words. The meddling family members had me laughing and furious at times. I am definitely curious to know what happens with the next couple.

Sebastian York and Lucy Rivers did a great job portraying Ares and Raven. The narration was engaging believable and brought the characters to life.