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Emergency: Kiss of Fire by Andrew Grey

emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I really loved this book, the characters were absolutely wonderful and I loved the romance between Selby and Kade. The way they supported and took care of each other warmed my heart. And I thought that it was very realistic that they took things slowly. I loved the romance but I also really loved the subplots about Selby's family and Kade's coworker. I had the best time listening this book. I can't wait to read more from the author.
The narrator brought this heartwarming story to life beautifully. I loved how he voiced all the characters and especially Kade and Selby. Great audiobook quality and beautiful storytelling. I highly recommend it. 

A Surprise for the Holidays by Anna Sparrows

funny hopeful inspiring fast-paced

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

4.5

 "A surprise for the holidays " is a festive romance novella. We follow AJ who used to be a soccer player. When his career is over he moves to Australia to be a coach. He also finds out that he has a five year old daughter he knew nothing about and suddenly becomes a single parent. One of the soccer players on his team, Bailey, becomes his friend and helps him out with his daughter Ava. The two of them get closer and soon develop feelings for each other. The only problem is that they are afraid a relationship between a coach and a player is not allowed.
This was such a sweet romance. I loved how naturally the relationship between AJ and Bailey evolved. The two of them had great chemistry and it warmed my heart to see them fall in love and become a family. I also liked AJ 's bi awakening journey.
AJ's daughter, Ava, was absolutely adorable and very realistically written. I felt for her, I'm so glad she found a happy home with AJ and Bailey.
This is the perfect book to put you in the mood for Christmas. And the characters are wonderful.
4,5 stars 

Ice Rivals by Christie Gordon

emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced

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

4.5

"Ice rivals" is the third book in the series but it can be read as a standalone. There are cameos from the previous books but all you need to know is explained. In this story we follow Jett and Mason. They are both professional hockey players, Mason is just starting and Jett in a tradded from another team. In the beginning of the book there is a lot of tension between them mostly because they are attracted to each other but Mason is out and Jett isn't. I really felt for Jett. He was in a difficult situation.
I really liked reading all the conversations about being a LGBTQ person and playing sports. It was interesting.
I also loved how Mason's friends embraced and supported Jett.
It was a great addition to the series and I would definitely recommend it, especially if you enjoy hockey romance books.
Jett an Mason had explosive chemistry and the pacing was fantastic, I finished it in a day. 

Hitched at Randy's by A.E. Madsen

funny hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

Hitched at Randy’s is a sweet contemporary romance. I adore books with childhood best friends that fall in love and I really liked how Evan and Cam ended up together. It was unique and fun. Accidentally getting married in Vegas is always entertaining and it was done very well in this book. What I loved the most is seeing them fall in love after the wedding.
I also enjoyed a lot all the scenes where they were playing dangeons and dragons with Cam's friends.
It was a very fast paced book that kept my interest from the beginning until the end. I finished it in one sitting and I had a great time reading it. Cam and Evan were wonderful characters and they were amazing as a couple. They felt like real people and their happily ever after warmed my heart.
4,5 stars 

I'll be Boned for Christmas by Katherine McIntyre

funny hopeful fast-paced

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

4.5

This was a really fun and sweet holiday romance. I adore reading books about childhood friends falling in love. I love the intimacy. The small town setting was also wonderful and all the festivities really put me in the mood for Christmas.
I loved Jordan's personality, he was full of life and I found Nick aka Rogue very relatable. They were brilliant together and had amazing chemistry. And Jordan's bi awakening story was fantastic.
Great book, I had the best time reading it.

 

Heat Transfer by Katherine McIntyre

emotional funny hopeful fast-paced

5.0

Heat transfer is the first book in this new contemporary romance series. Our main characters are Cormac and Felix. The two of them have been friends for months but when Felix breaks up with his girlfriend they come closer. They have a lot in common, they have fun together and Felix soon realizes that he's not as straight as he thought.
I fell in love with Cormac and Felix from chapter one. They were both so lovable and relatable.
Cormac is the middle child in a big family and he sometimes felt invisible but Felix made him feel seen. And Felix was always perceived as fragile by his family because of his health problems but Cormac saw his strength and supported him without making him feel weak. They were perfect together and their chemistry was incredible
This book brought me joy. It was beautifully written and the characters were wonderful. I promise, it will warm your heart and make you smile.
I can't wait to read more books in the series. Cormac's family was so much fun and chaotic, I loved them so much and I can't wait to read their stories.

 

Flame by Louisa Masters

adventurous funny hopeful inspiring fast-paced

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

5.0

I really really loved Flame's book. I liked how the plot progressed. I'm very invested in the ongoing storyline and I want to see them save the planet. I actually wish they existed and they could save us for real.
I loved Flame and Bran together, they were wonderful. The firefighter and the element of fire. It was perfect.
I adored Bran's younger brother. He was so brilliant. And I loved his relationship with Bran. I also really liked how the rest of the guys pretty much adopted him too. I'm enjoying the found family theme so much.
It was fantastic! I can't wait to continue.

 

Christmas With a Chimera by Isabelle Taylor

emotional hopeful

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

"Christmas with a chimera" is the third book set in Claw Haven, a fictional small town in Alaska where monsters can live in peace.
Each book is a standalone and in this one we follow Arthur, a chimera who is a famous actor and Emma who owns a cafe. The two of them were high school sweethearts but they broke up when Arthur decided to leave Claw Haven to become a movie star. Many years later he returns to the town he grew up to film a movie and meets Emma again. 
Arthur and Emma were both very well written and deep characters. Emma was stuck in her anger because Arthur left her behind and Arthur bottled up his feelings and never showed his true self. I loved seeing them accept their flaws and grow. They tried  hard to be better people and make their relationship work. Their feelings for each other were strong and I loved the sweet moments between them. I adore second chance romances and I had a great time reading their story. 
I can't wait to read more books set in Claw Haven and I really hope Joshua the minotaur will get a book because he's a sweetheart. 

Aftercare At Randy's by R.A. Frick

fast-paced

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

5.0

I adored this book so much, it's one of my favorites in the series. I just connected with all three main characters. They were very relatable and lovable and they had amazing communication. Their chemistry was chef's kiss and the dynamic between the three of them was fantastic.
Gay was so confident and caring and I loved her patience.
Cin was fun and playful, I loved their sass and I wanted to be their friend.
And RJ was absolutely adorable, such a sweetheart. I really enjoyed his character growth.
I was rooting for them since the first chapter.
Great pacing, great writing and brilliant characters that felt like real people. And the representation is amazing. Highly recommend. I had a blast reading it. 

Naughty November: A Charity Anthology by Morticia Knight, AE Lister, Cara Dee, E.M. Denning, Luna David, R.A. Frick, Kate Hawthorne, Gianni Holmes, Shaw Montgomery, Colette Davison

5.0

 Sleep Tight by Luna David: This story was a little bit darker because of the way Julien and Romeo met and Julien's situation but I loved every word. It's one of my favorites in the anthology. The chemistry between them was explosive. I loved them together. I wish this was a full length novel. 5/5 stars

Sweet Mischief by AE Lister: This was short but really great. I felt like I got to know Luther and Atticus. I loved their chemistry and it was great seeing Luther explore a new dynamic. I would love to read a longer book about those two. The club setting was great too. 4/5 stars

Hiding from laughter by Shaw Montgomery: I love reading stories about established couples that explore their dynamic and try new things. Ashton was funny and such a drama queen, he was fun and I loved how well he and Micha communicated. This was wonderful! Fun and sweet and delicious. I really enjoyed it 4,5/5 stars

Safe and sound by Morticia knight: I adore second chance romance. I felt for both Gene and Alec and I was rooting for them. This story pulled at my heartstrings. I loved seeing them get their happily ever after and their dynamic was chef's kiss. 4,5/5 stars

His slutty angel by E.M. Denning: Andrian and Riley are two strangers who meet at a club. Riley is new to the scene and Andrian agrees to help him explore his desires. And wow those two had amazing chemistry. Absolutely explosive. I want to read about them. 4,5/5 stars

Leaving him locked by Chara Croft: Well wow, this was brilliant. Definitely a favorite! The chemistry between Holden and Fletcher was off the charts. I loved everything about their dynamic. I don't just want a full length novel with those two, I need it! Perfect 5/5 stars

I'll tell you what you are by Cara Dee: This was my favorite in the collection. I love love love reading stories about best friends falling in love. All the tension is simply delicious. And I love the author's writing style. Her characters are always so realistic. I adored Max and Reid. They were perfect together and I had the best time reading about their journey. I hope we'll see them again in other books. 5/5 stars

Drawn to you by Colette Davison: Childhood friends to lovers and second chance romance is my kryptonite. I really loved Jools and Devin's story, their happy ending warmed my heart. They were wonderful together, great chemistry and very sweet. 4,5/5 stars