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Wicked Love by Willow Aster

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4.75

👨‍👧 Single Dad 
 🌞 Grumpy x Sunshine 
 🏈 Sports Romance 
 🏡 Small Town 
 🛏️ One-Night Stand 
 🤰 Accidental Pregnancy 
 💞 Found Family 
 🫶 Slow Burn 
 🚪 Forced Proximity 
 👨‍👩‍👧 He Falls for Her First (Through His Daughter) 
 💔 Emotionally Guarded Hero\ 

Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 
 

Willow Aster delivers another emotionally rich and slow-burning romance with Wicked Love, the fourth instalment in The Single Dad Playbook series. This one pulls at your heartstrings in all the right ways, wrapping small-town charm, unexpected family, and simmering tension into a story you won’t want to put down. 

The heart of this novel isn’t just the romance—it’s the bond between Poppy and Bowie’s nine-year-old daughter, Becca. Their connection is instant and genuine, setting the stage for something deeper long before the adults catch up. Watching Bowie, a grumpy and guarded single dad, try to navigate the whirlwind that is a bubbly, sunshine-hearted coach was a joy to read. He’s rugged, emotionally reserved, and laser-focused on being a great dad—but even the most locked-up hearts can’t resist love forever. 

What starts as an innocent room-sharing favour turns into one unforgettable night—followed by the kind of emotional push and pull that Willow Aster does so well. There’s tension, heat, heartache, and genuine growth as Bowie tries to reconcile his past with the unexpected future unfolding before him. 

The accidental pregnancy adds a layer of real-world complication that feels sincere rather than dramatic, and the journey to “us” is both messy and beautiful. With themes of vulnerability, fatherhood, forgiveness, and learning to open up again, Wicked Love is equal parts swoony and heartfelt. 

Final thoughts: 
 A touching, tender, and slow-burn romance with a brooding single dad, a heroine full of heart, and a little girl who steals the show. Whether or not you’ve read the earlier books in the series, this one stands firmly on its own—and delivers all the feels. 
In Good Company by Kat Singleton

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4.5

💼 Ex’s Brother 
 💰 Billionaire Romance 
 👨‍🍳 Private Chef 
 🏡 Forced Proximity 
 🔥 Slow Burn 
 🌞 Summer Romance 
 💔 Forbidden Love 
 🥂 High Society Glamour 
 🫢 Hidden Feelings 
 🧳 Temporary Job, Unexpected Love 
 💘 Begging for Her to Stay 

Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 
 

Kat Singleton returns with a brand-new series set in the luxurious world of the Hamptons, and In Good Company is a sultry, emotional, and addictive first instalment. From the moment Callahan Hastings makes his offer, readers are drawn into a tension-filled story that expertly blends forbidden desire, emotional complexity, and the allure of wealth and privilege. 

The premise is enticing: our heroine is offered her dream job as a private chef in one of the most elite circles of Pembroke Hills Country Club. The only catch? Her new boss is her ex-boyfriend’s older brother—Callahan Hastings—a man known for getting exactly what he wants. Relentless, charming, and frustratingly irresistible, Cal is a walking complication, and Kat Singleton wastes no time diving into the chemistry and conflict that comes with it. 

The dynamic between Cal and Lucyis electric. Their forced proximity creates a delicious tension, slowly simmering until it inevitably boils over. But beyond the heat, Kat Singleton provides genuine character development. Lucy is strong, independent, and relatable—she’s not easily swayed by money or charm. And Cal, while a billionaire with all the expected swagger, is also layered and vulnerable, especially as he begins to open up and reveal what lies beneath the surface. 

The emotional stakes are real. There’s tension around family loyalty, career dreams, and the fear of falling for someone you were never supposed to want. Kat Singleton doesn’t shy away from messiness, which makes the story feel all the more authentic. 

Set against the glittering backdrop of summer in the Hamptons, In Good Company delivers a romance that’s both escapist and emotionally grounded. The writing is crisp, the pacing strong, and the banter is top-tier. 
Game Day by Piper Lawson

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4.0

🎙️AUDIO 🎙️ 


💍 Wedding Romance 
 🏀 Sports Romance 
 👩‍❤️‍👨 Second Chance at Love 
 🔥 Opposites Attract 
 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Found Family / Team Dynamics 
 🎉 Wedding Chaos 
 ⏳ Time Crunch 
 👰‍♀️ Bridezilla Moments 
 🤹‍♂️ Juggling Career and Love 
 💘 HEA (Happily Ever After) 


Star:️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
 


If you've been on this journey with Clay and Nova from the start, Game Day is the ultimate payoff. Piper Lawson delivers a heartwarming, hilarious, and emotionally rich finale that wraps up the King of the Court series with all the swoon and sparkle fans have come to love. 


After surviving fame, pressure, and personal growth, Clay and Nova are finally planning their wedding—and in true Kodiaks fashion, nothing goes quite as planned. From an Aspen resort booked last minute, to family friction, duelling bridesmaids, and an unexpected twist that could alter their future, this book balances chaos and charm beautifully. 


What stands out most is the emotional maturity of both leads. Nova’s strength and independence shine, and Clay proves once again he’s not just a basketball star—he’s a partner who’s all in. Their chemistry remains electric, but this time it’s paired with real depth: loyalty, trust, and a love that’s grown through every chapter. 


Game Day
isn't just about a wedding—it's about choosing each other, again and again, no matter what life throws your way. Add in the return of the Kodiaks crew (yes, the banter is still top-tier), and you've got a perfect blend of humour, heart, and heat. 

Ice Rivals by Kristen Granata

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5.0

🏒 MMF 
🏒 Second Chance Romance 
🏒 Rival Teams 
🏒 Golden Retriever MMC 
🏒 Black Cat MMC 
🏒 Single Guardian FMC 
🏒 Spicy AF 
🏒 Emotional 
 
Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 

Ice Rivals, Book 4 in the East Coast Series, is an emotionally intense and beautifully raw second chance romance that explores love in its most vulnerable, unconventional, and healing form. Kristen Granata delivers a deeply moving story of three hearts trying to find their way back to one another—against the odds, and against time. 

This isn't just a sports romance. It’s a story about acceptance, forgiveness, and rediscovery. Stephen and Chance once had it all: a powerful friendship, a deep brotherhood formed on the ice, and a fiery, passionate connection with Presley King that changed everything. But when Presley walked away, the trio shattered. 

Four years later, Stephen and Chance are no longer teammates—they're rivals, and Presley is a ghost from their past… until she suddenly reappears in the most public way possible. What follows is a slow, emotionally rich unraveling of grief, hope, and longing. 

Chance’s journey is heartbreaking and deeply real—his inner conflict, rooted in past trauma and shame, is written with so much empathy. Stephen brings steadiness and strength, balancing the weight of their shared history. Presley is the glue between them—soft, fierce, and brave enough to love them both. 

Their connection is intense and undeniable. Every stolen glance, every moment of tension, and every attempt at rebuilding what was lost makes this romance achingly beautiful. The challenges they face—public scrutiny, internal doubts, and a shocking twist—keep the pages turning and your heart in your throat. 

Kristen Granata doesn’t shy away from the hard topics. She handles bisexuality, mental health, and polyamorous love with grace, compassion, and authenticity. The emotional stakes are high, the heat is well-balanced, and the payoff is so worth it. 

If you're looking for a second chance, friends-to-lovers-to-more romance that’s bold, heartfelt, and refreshingly honest, Ice Rivals will hit you right in the feels. This story isn’t just about falling in love—it’s about fighting for it.