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Hell's Belle by Karen Greco
4.0
Hell’s Belle’s title and the half-vampire nature of a special ops agent had me expecting a really kickass, badass chick – Nina is awesome in her own way, but she definitely fell short of what I was expecting. While this book wasn’t what I expected (I was thinking more procedural and heavy on the law enforcement side, which it isn’t at all), I still really enjoyed it. The plot and characters are interesting and different and the second half of the story is very attention grabbing. We have vampires (both half and full), banshees, ghosts, witches, demons, and even a berserker – having all these different supernatural characters interacting was fascinating and is why I would recommend giving this book a shot if you like urban fantasy, just remember to keep an open mind if the book doesn’t turn out how you thought it would in the beginning.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review (LoP or Lovers of Paranormal)
I received this book in exchange for an honest review (LoP or Lovers of Paranormal)
First Bite by Dani Harper
4.0
First Bite is an urban fantasy/paranormal romance told through four distinct points of view. The first two POVs belong to the main characters: Neva, a stubborn woman willing to do whatever it takes to get away from her evil sire, Meredith, even going so far as to destroy herself, and Travis, a lone wolf who happens to stumble upon Neva at just the right time and becomes determined to help her for reasons he doesn't want to look too closely at. The other two POVs belong to the big bad herself, Meredith, and Baker, another of her innocent victims.
In the First Bite universe, werewolves (called Changelings here) can come into existence two ways: Born into a pack (like Travis) or made through a bite (Meredith, Neva, and Baker). Changeling must never kill a human and never turn someone unwilling – Meredith does both because she’s (according to the snappy Baker) the bitch queen.
Meredith is absolutely a love-to-hate type of villain. She’s so over-the-top evil it's almost funny, but she carries it off with style. From the tips of her stilettos to the ends of her manicured nails (she ends up killing her manicurist, by the way) she is Grade A, unrepentant, no redeeming qualities EVIL. She kills without prejudice or reason, she uses the blood and ashes of her victims to perform dark magic spells, and she’s an absolute control freak (literally - she uses mind control on all the werewolves she sires to make them do exactly what she wants).
I really enjoyed this book. The author put her own unique spin on werewolves, made some really interesting characters (*cough*Meredith*cough*), and sprinkled in just enough spicy love scenes. I found the multiple points of view helped to create a more complete picture of what was happening. The story ends on a cliffhanger and I will absolutely be on the lookout for the next book in the series to see what happens to Meredith.
And Neva, Travis, and the other characters too of course.
*I received a free ARC of this book for review
In the First Bite universe, werewolves (called Changelings here) can come into existence two ways: Born into a pack (like Travis) or made through a bite (Meredith, Neva, and Baker). Changeling must never kill a human and never turn someone unwilling – Meredith does both because she’s (according to the snappy Baker) the bitch queen.
Meredith is absolutely a love-to-hate type of villain. She’s so over-the-top evil it's almost funny, but she carries it off with style. From the tips of her stilettos to the ends of her manicured nails (she ends up killing her manicurist, by the way) she is Grade A, unrepentant, no redeeming qualities EVIL. She kills without prejudice or reason, she uses the blood and ashes of her victims to perform dark magic spells, and she’s an absolute control freak (literally - she uses mind control on all the werewolves she sires to make them do exactly what she wants).
I really enjoyed this book. The author put her own unique spin on werewolves, made some really interesting characters (*cough*Meredith*cough*), and sprinkled in just enough spicy love scenes. I found the multiple points of view helped to create a more complete picture of what was happening. The story ends on a cliffhanger and I will absolutely be on the lookout for the next book in the series to see what happens to Meredith.
And Neva, Travis, and the other characters too of course.
*I received a free ARC of this book for review
Seeing Red by E.L. Esch
4.0
Seeing Red follows two ex-cons, Red and Silo, as they struggle to put the past behind them and build a new life, finding love along the way.
This was an emotional and wonderful story. The hurt/comfort aspect created a bond between Silo and Red that felt real and deep. Silo’s bubbly personality and bright outlook made him a great match for Red, who, according to Silo, is “one of those hard-outer-shell, mushy center kinda guys” – and he really is. Red tries so hard to be tough and act like he’s over the horrible things that happened to him in prison, but he actually really needs Silo to help him to heal and move on.
This book deals with some tough subject matters so I know it’s not for everyone, definite trigger warning here, but I think it’s important to point out that the worst subject (in my opinion) is mentioned in pretty vague terms – nothing really detailed so you don’t have to worry about any graphic prison scenes or anything. There are some graphic sex scenes however, but they are completely consensual and when one or both of the partners feel uncomfortable, they stop and talk to each other (which is wonderful and speaks well for the future health of their relationship).
Overall, this is a great, gritty romance with a nice, happy ending and I really enjoyed it. I wouldn't hesitate to pick up other books by this author.
This was an emotional and wonderful story. The hurt/comfort aspect created a bond between Silo and Red that felt real and deep. Silo’s bubbly personality and bright outlook made him a great match for Red, who, according to Silo, is “one of those hard-outer-shell, mushy center kinda guys” – and he really is. Red tries so hard to be tough and act like he’s over the horrible things that happened to him in prison, but he actually really needs Silo to help him to heal and move on.
This book deals with some tough subject matters so I know it’s not for everyone, definite trigger warning here, but I think it’s important to point out that the worst subject (in my opinion) is mentioned in pretty vague terms – nothing really detailed so you don’t have to worry about any graphic prison scenes or anything. There are some graphic sex scenes however, but they are completely consensual and when one or both of the partners feel uncomfortable, they stop and talk to each other (which is wonderful and speaks well for the future health of their relationship).
Overall, this is a great, gritty romance with a nice, happy ending and I really enjoyed it. I wouldn't hesitate to pick up other books by this author.
Homecoming by Cecilia Robert
5.0
Homecoming is a steampunk/shifter fantasy short story following panther shifter Levian Grayson as he tracks down his errant mate to bring her home and Sera Czedar, the errant mate with a secret to hide.
I've never read a book by Cecilia Robert before and now I feel like I've been missing out. This short story is so well written and packed with emotion and rich descriptions that I couldn't put it down. I was so engrossed in the unfolding story I spent an entire afternoon and read it from beginning to end with no pauses. The characters are fantastically rendered and it was just so easy to empathize with them that I actually found my eyes tearing up in some places.
I adored all the characters in this short story, but none more than Levian. He’s so loving and sweet, but yet powerful and dominant. *swoon*. The all-encompassing, all-consuming, and unconditional way he loves Sera was just heartwarming. Sera was a really relatable heroine who isn't perfect and has made some big mistakes, but she’s never given up and she’s thrived in the face of the obstacles thrown at her. The only character I wasn't too fond of was Tegue, Levian’s twin brother, whom I felt was a giant man-boy and was let off the hook for his irresponsible actions again and again, but he was still loyal (in his own way) and seemed willing to make changes.
I can’t recommend this book highly enough. If you love paranormal romance, shifter stories, or steampunk fantasy I recommend picking it up. I am dying to get my hands on the series this book is setting up.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review
I've never read a book by Cecilia Robert before and now I feel like I've been missing out. This short story is so well written and packed with emotion and rich descriptions that I couldn't put it down. I was so engrossed in the unfolding story I spent an entire afternoon and read it from beginning to end with no pauses. The characters are fantastically rendered and it was just so easy to empathize with them that I actually found my eyes tearing up in some places.
I adored all the characters in this short story, but none more than Levian. He’s so loving and sweet, but yet powerful and dominant. *swoon*. The all-encompassing, all-consuming, and unconditional way he loves Sera was just heartwarming. Sera was a really relatable heroine who isn't perfect and has made some big mistakes, but she’s never given up and she’s thrived in the face of the obstacles thrown at her. The only character I wasn't too fond of was Tegue, Levian’s twin brother, whom I felt was a giant man-boy and was let off the hook for his irresponsible actions again and again, but he was still loyal (in his own way) and seemed willing to make changes.
I can’t recommend this book highly enough. If you love paranormal romance, shifter stories, or steampunk fantasy I recommend picking it up. I am dying to get my hands on the series this book is setting up.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review
Bellman & Black by Diane Setterfield
4.0
William Bellman kills a rook as a boy of ten; as a man he finds his life’s tragedies forever entwined with the appearance of these birds. He works hard and has a nose for business, but all the success and money he acquires does not spare him the loss of his loved ones. In the throes of deepest grief he makes a deal with the mysterious Mr. Black - a deal that consumes Bellman until his dying day.
Bellman & Black is very well written and the words on the page have an almost lyrical quality that make for very pleasant reading. But, for all the book’s gorgeously crafted prose, it wasn't what I expected. The cover calls it a ghost story, and it is – for some meanings of ghost story. It is for sure the story of a man haunted – but the ghosts in this story are not the kind that say “boo”; they are the ghosts of past wrongs, of loved ones lost, of the unreasonable and unavoidable nature of death, and of wasted opportunities.
The story’s setting is fascinatingly rich with details that really anchor the tale with the earthly realities of running a mill and of building and establishing a huge department store from the ground up. This well-set reality helps to make the ill-omened appearances of the rooks and of Mr. Black stand out sinisterly in contrast.
Bellman & Black was slow going at times, but to me it was well worth it to follow Bellman’s journey all the way through. I went into this book looking for something different, a ghost story, but I came out the other side ultimately content that it was what it was: a haunting, ominous tale of looking for meaning in tragedy and trying to bargain your way out.
All in all, I recommend Bellman & Black to fans of gothic, literary fiction and encourage readers to stick with it to the end – I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Bellman & Black is very well written and the words on the page have an almost lyrical quality that make for very pleasant reading. But, for all the book’s gorgeously crafted prose, it wasn't what I expected. The cover calls it a ghost story, and it is – for some meanings of ghost story. It is for sure the story of a man haunted – but the ghosts in this story are not the kind that say “boo”; they are the ghosts of past wrongs, of loved ones lost, of the unreasonable and unavoidable nature of death, and of wasted opportunities.
The story’s setting is fascinatingly rich with details that really anchor the tale with the earthly realities of running a mill and of building and establishing a huge department store from the ground up. This well-set reality helps to make the ill-omened appearances of the rooks and of Mr. Black stand out sinisterly in contrast.
Bellman & Black was slow going at times, but to me it was well worth it to follow Bellman’s journey all the way through. I went into this book looking for something different, a ghost story, but I came out the other side ultimately content that it was what it was: a haunting, ominous tale of looking for meaning in tragedy and trying to bargain your way out.
All in all, I recommend Bellman & Black to fans of gothic, literary fiction and encourage readers to stick with it to the end – I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Cracked by Eliza Crewe
5.0
Meda Melange eats people. Kind of. With her deceased mother as her conscience, she feasts on bad guys, tearing them apart with her bare hands and feeding her Hunger with their souls. She thinks she’s one of a kind, like her mother always told her, until she happens on three men with her same powers. Of course they’d as soon kill her as look at her, so it’s lucky for Meda a group of teenage Templars arrive to save her. Realizing these teens and their organization can help her discover more about what she is, Meda uses some fast thinking to infiltrate their ranks. What follows is an action-packed, somewhat gory, journey in self-discovery.
Cracked has it's own unique and original take on demons and Templars. I really liked the idea of modern Knights Templar cavalry being a biker gang with leather and motorcycles and trailer parks (they've taken a vow of poverty). Meda’s Crusader companions - Jo, a smart and snarky girl with an incapacitated leg, Chi, a boy with a hero complex, and Uri, a boy with a hero-worship complex - were well-rounded and interesting and it’s easy to see why Meda gets so attached to them despite herself.
This was a fantastic, fast-paced book that hooked me from page one and never let go. There are no slow parts in this book and I read it all in one sitting, not wanting to put it down for a second. The story is told in the first person perspective of Meda and the voice was just awesome. She’s a selfish, self-centered, kind-of evil person with a seriously twisted moral compass, but you can’t help but love her.
I really enjoyed reading this and recommend it to lovers of paranormal and urban fantasy books who like a main character with a bit of a dark side. I will absolutely be picking up the next book in the Soul Eater series.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review
Cracked has it's own unique and original take on demons and Templars. I really liked the idea of modern Knights Templar cavalry being a biker gang with leather and motorcycles and trailer parks (they've taken a vow of poverty). Meda’s Crusader companions - Jo, a smart and snarky girl with an incapacitated leg, Chi, a boy with a hero complex, and Uri, a boy with a hero-worship complex - were well-rounded and interesting and it’s easy to see why Meda gets so attached to them despite herself.
This was a fantastic, fast-paced book that hooked me from page one and never let go. There are no slow parts in this book and I read it all in one sitting, not wanting to put it down for a second. The story is told in the first person perspective of Meda and the voice was just awesome. She’s a selfish, self-centered, kind-of evil person with a seriously twisted moral compass, but you can’t help but love her.
I really enjoyed reading this and recommend it to lovers of paranormal and urban fantasy books who like a main character with a bit of a dark side. I will absolutely be picking up the next book in the Soul Eater series.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review
Dead Letter Office by Kira Snyder
4.0
In Dead Letter Office, Celia Jane Macarty and her mother are starting over in New Orleans, the birthplace of her recently deceased father and the town where her paternal grandparents still live. In her grandparents’ backyard, Celia is immediately drawn to a tall, bone-colored tree which seems to have a natural mailbox extending from its trunk. Halloween night, weird phenomena start popping up all over New Orleans – not the least of which is a letter addressed to C.J.M. and dating from 1870 appearing in the bonewood tree’s hallow. The mysterious letter plunges Celia and her recently made friends – a witch, a ghost, and the son of a police detective – into investigating a modern murder that eerily mirrors the one mentioned in the letter.
I enjoyed this book. It was a quick and straightforward read – even though it’s an Active Fiction title. There are several parts in the story where the reader gets to choose what the characters do next (and I gave the book several read-throughs to make sure I didn't miss anything). The plot is the same throughout, as is the ending. The different choices give you different ways of getting clues, or in some cases different clues altogether, but they all ultimately lead to the same answer. Different choices also put different emphasizes on different supporting characters, but in the end the way the MC feels about them is still the same.
On the one hand, the idea of the reader making their own choices is fun and different (I’ve heard about the Choose Your Own Adventure books from back in the day, but have never had the opportunity to read one). On the other hand, I feel like the choices given made no difference since everything ends up basically the same way no matter which path you choose. This makes sense, I guess, since the next book in the series will need to start where this one ends, so all paths must lead to the same ending point.
The writing itself is great and moves smoothly and quickly and really gets the reader involved. I think this book would have been solid on its own without the need for all the Active Fiction parts. I want to read the next one in the series because I like the characters and like where the overarching storyline is going, but I’m hesitant because I don’t like the feeling of missing something (no matter how trivial) so I know I’ll have the compulsion to read all the combinations again – and the next book in the series is twice as long so I’m thinking there’ll be even more choices – which means I’ll be reading basically the same book over and over again.
Overall, I would still recommend this book on the strength of its writing and the novelty of it being an Active Fiction title, but keep in mind this type of book may not be for everyone.
*I received a free copy of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
I enjoyed this book. It was a quick and straightforward read – even though it’s an Active Fiction title. There are several parts in the story where the reader gets to choose what the characters do next (and I gave the book several read-throughs to make sure I didn't miss anything). The plot is the same throughout, as is the ending. The different choices give you different ways of getting clues, or in some cases different clues altogether, but they all ultimately lead to the same answer. Different choices also put different emphasizes on different supporting characters, but in the end the way the MC feels about them is still the same.
On the one hand, the idea of the reader making their own choices is fun and different (I’ve heard about the Choose Your Own Adventure books from back in the day, but have never had the opportunity to read one). On the other hand, I feel like the choices given made no difference since everything ends up basically the same way no matter which path you choose. This makes sense, I guess, since the next book in the series will need to start where this one ends, so all paths must lead to the same ending point.
The writing itself is great and moves smoothly and quickly and really gets the reader involved. I think this book would have been solid on its own without the need for all the Active Fiction parts. I want to read the next one in the series because I like the characters and like where the overarching storyline is going, but I’m hesitant because I don’t like the feeling of missing something (no matter how trivial) so I know I’ll have the compulsion to read all the combinations again – and the next book in the series is twice as long so I’m thinking there’ll be even more choices – which means I’ll be reading basically the same book over and over again.
Overall, I would still recommend this book on the strength of its writing and the novelty of it being an Active Fiction title, but keep in mind this type of book may not be for everyone.
*I received a free copy of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Post Mortem, Parish Mail #2 by Kira Snyder
5.0
In the previous book, Dead Letter Office, the psychic equilibrium was thrown into a state of unbalance Halloween night when someone opened the gates separating the world of the dead from the world of the living. Now ghosts are roaming about in corporal form and crimes from the past are being mirrored in the present with lethal results. Celia Jane Macarty, newly moved to history-rich New Orleans after the death of her father, begins having weird dreams and starts finding mysteriously appearing letters in the mailbox-shaped hollow of the bonewood tree in her grandparent’s backyard – letters from the past asking for help and providing Celia and her friends – a witch, a ghost, and the son of a police detective – with clues to solve the modern mysteries taking place.
In Post Mortem, Celia receives a letter from the past asking for help with a murder from Civil War times – a crime which she’s worried is being mirrored in the present with her new friend Kate as the victim. Problem is, the clues aren't fitting right and Celia has more than just the mystery on her plate. Homecoming is approaching and Celia is on the committee, Donovan is acting strangely around his ex, a girl from Luc’s past begins making waves, and some dangerous-looking guy is hanging around Celia’s mom. New allies are made, new enemies are found out, and some horrifying truths are revealed.
I’ve got to say, this Active Fiction thing may be growing on me a little. Okay, a lot. I really enjoyed Post Mortem, more so than Dead Letter Office. As in the first book, the reader gets to make decisions throughout the book, but I felt like in this book the choices had more far reaching consequence (the reader gets to choose the love interest – Love that!). Some choices made no difference (all choices took you to the same page) and some choices had right and wrong answers (you pick A instead of B, but then the characters do A and realize they should have done B, so they go and do that instead).
Post Mortem is a little darker than Dead Letter Office and the mystery was more twisted and, I think, fun to follow. The writer of the Parish Mail series really does a fabulous job of laying out clues and putting together an interesting mystery for the characters (and the reader) to solve.
The writing in the Parish Mail Series is fantastic and the storyline is really intriguing and I think I've been sucked in against my earlier objections into becoming a fan. I recommend giving it a shot now more than ever – I think they may really be on to something here with this series.
*I received a free copy of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
In Post Mortem, Celia receives a letter from the past asking for help with a murder from Civil War times – a crime which she’s worried is being mirrored in the present with her new friend Kate as the victim. Problem is, the clues aren't fitting right and Celia has more than just the mystery on her plate. Homecoming is approaching and Celia is on the committee, Donovan is acting strangely around his ex, a girl from Luc’s past begins making waves, and some dangerous-looking guy is hanging around Celia’s mom. New allies are made, new enemies are found out, and some horrifying truths are revealed.
I’ve got to say, this Active Fiction thing may be growing on me a little. Okay, a lot. I really enjoyed Post Mortem, more so than Dead Letter Office. As in the first book, the reader gets to make decisions throughout the book, but I felt like in this book the choices had more far reaching consequence (the reader gets to choose the love interest – Love that!). Some choices made no difference (all choices took you to the same page) and some choices had right and wrong answers (you pick A instead of B, but then the characters do A and realize they should have done B, so they go and do that instead).
Post Mortem is a little darker than Dead Letter Office and the mystery was more twisted and, I think, fun to follow. The writer of the Parish Mail series really does a fabulous job of laying out clues and putting together an interesting mystery for the characters (and the reader) to solve.
The writing in the Parish Mail Series is fantastic and the storyline is really intriguing and I think I've been sucked in against my earlier objections into becoming a fan. I recommend giving it a shot now more than ever – I think they may really be on to something here with this series.
*I received a free copy of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Mine to Tarnish by Janeal Falor
5.0
The Mine series is set in Chardonia - a place where women are possessions and male warlocks use hexes, spells, and the threat of being tarnished (magically made to be bald, tattooed, and unable to have children) to keep them under their thumbs. The first book in the Mine series, You Are Mine, follows Serena as she takes steps towards independence and freedom in a warlock dominated kingdom. Fanning the sparks of free will in Serena is a tarnished seamstress named Katherine. Katherine is bold and self-sufficient – far different from what Chardonian society claims people become when they are tarnished, worth less than the shadow they cast.
Mine To Tarnish is a prequel novella that tells Katherine’s story. We learn how she came to be that bold, self-sufficient tarnished seamstress - from far less free beginnings.
I was so excited when I saw another book had been released in this series and when I saw it was about Katherine I couldn't wait to get my hands on it. I liked Katherine in You Are Mine, but after reading the following declaration from her in Mine To Tarnish, she’s become my favorite character in the series so far:
“I am not a thing,” I continue, “No other woman is a thing, and tarnished are not things. We are people, and we will be treated as such.”
You go girl!
Mine To Tarnish is a novella, so it’s short and to the point, but it’s still packed full of feels and action. Katherine refuses to be owned, instead taking her future into her own hands and, with help and determination, carving out a new destiny for herself. She also makes the decision to become a source of help for others knowing first hand the dangers to be faced.
I loved this novella and I adore this series. The writing really flows well, the story is engrossing, and it’s full of characters I want to cheer on. This series is a must read for me and I recommend it to lovers of light fantasy and women’s fiction with magical touches.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Mine To Tarnish is a prequel novella that tells Katherine’s story. We learn how she came to be that bold, self-sufficient tarnished seamstress - from far less free beginnings.
I was so excited when I saw another book had been released in this series and when I saw it was about Katherine I couldn't wait to get my hands on it. I liked Katherine in You Are Mine, but after reading the following declaration from her in Mine To Tarnish, she’s become my favorite character in the series so far:
“I am not a thing,” I continue, “No other woman is a thing, and tarnished are not things. We are people, and we will be treated as such.”
You go girl!
Mine To Tarnish is a novella, so it’s short and to the point, but it’s still packed full of feels and action. Katherine refuses to be owned, instead taking her future into her own hands and, with help and determination, carving out a new destiny for herself. She also makes the decision to become a source of help for others knowing first hand the dangers to be faced.
I loved this novella and I adore this series. The writing really flows well, the story is engrossing, and it’s full of characters I want to cheer on. This series is a must read for me and I recommend it to lovers of light fantasy and women’s fiction with magical touches.
*I received a free ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
How I Met Your Father by L.B. Gregg
5.0
Former boy band member Justin Hayes decided years ago to play his sexual preference close to the vest in order to protect the livelihood of his bandmates. This Christmas he and his bandmates are having a reunion on the Caribbean island of Nevis, where band member Chuck has decided to use the band’s yearly get-together as a chance to get married. Justin’s been chosen to serve as the best man.
Jack Basinger is the father of the bride. He’s older then Justin by fifteen years, but that doesn’t stop the two from having a sizzling encounter in an airport bathroom after sharing a turbulent plan ride. They’re strangers at the time, but once on the island they find out each other’s true identities. Jack and Justin try to keep their hook-up on the down low, but their attraction is undeniable and it’s not long before the truth comes out.
How I Met Your Father is funny in that witty, sarcastic way that I just kind of love. There are a lot characters here: The Rhythm Method band members (Justin, Chuck, TJ, and Matt), Mandy the bride, Benji the brother of the bride, Jack, and Harrison (Jack’s brother). This could be character soup, but the writer juggles all these character with skill. They each have distinct personalities and they play off each other to greatly humorous result.
The attraction between Jack and Justin is more lust than love and their interactions are hot to say the least. I’m usually not too big a fan of May-December romances, but it really worked here.
Overall, How I Met Your Father is a sexy island holiday novella and I recommend it to lovers of romances that are more hot then sweet. This book is steamy and entertaining and I loved it.
*I received an ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.
Jack Basinger is the father of the bride. He’s older then Justin by fifteen years, but that doesn’t stop the two from having a sizzling encounter in an airport bathroom after sharing a turbulent plan ride. They’re strangers at the time, but once on the island they find out each other’s true identities. Jack and Justin try to keep their hook-up on the down low, but their attraction is undeniable and it’s not long before the truth comes out.
How I Met Your Father is funny in that witty, sarcastic way that I just kind of love. There are a lot characters here: The Rhythm Method band members (Justin, Chuck, TJ, and Matt), Mandy the bride, Benji the brother of the bride, Jack, and Harrison (Jack’s brother). This could be character soup, but the writer juggles all these character with skill. They each have distinct personalities and they play off each other to greatly humorous result.
The attraction between Jack and Justin is more lust than love and their interactions are hot to say the least. I’m usually not too big a fan of May-December romances, but it really worked here.
Overall, How I Met Your Father is a sexy island holiday novella and I recommend it to lovers of romances that are more hot then sweet. This book is steamy and entertaining and I loved it.
*I received an ARC of this book to review. You can find this review and others like it at BookAndCoffeeAddict.com, along with recommendations for a fantastic cup of coffee.