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Wildest Dreams by L.J. Shen
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Club Dead by Charlaine Harris
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Gathered Sparkle by Blake Black
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Crescent Moon by Melanie Gurenko
This was a heart-wrenching conclusion to this trilogy that had me wondering which way things were going to go over and over again. Liv and Killian's epic story totally pulled on my heartstrings all the way to the very end. I loved these two even when things weren't easy. They are so meant to be. Great series!
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Liv and Killian are determined to get revenge on Rafael for all the wrongs he's done and all the death and destruction he's left in his path. They want peace, freedom, and a better future for their family and those around them. But they have to decide what path to take to achieve that. How can they fight for a better future without so much bloodshed? And they have to figure out who is really on their side and who will be standing in their way.
This was a heart-wrenching conclusion to this trilogy that had me wondering which way things were going to go over and over again. Liv and Killian's epic story totally pulled on my heartstrings all the way to the very end. I loved these two even when things weren't easy. They are so meant to be. Great series!
Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Nash by Kelly Finley
This is the first book in a brand new series and it's kicking things off with a good mix of love, loyalty, spice, mystery, and danger. It's another great story from Kelly and a fantastic way to start off a new series while still being connected to the world she's made us fall so in love with already.
Nash and Vale have secretly loved each other for years. Other than the age gap, the biggest thing standing in their way has been the fact that Nash is the father of Vale's best friend. A friend she loves like a sister almost as much as her own twin. Neither of them could ever imagine hurting her by acting on the feelings they have for each other. And Nash also wants to protect Vale from the dark side of his life that he's keeping secret.
Just imagine those Clark Kent vibes but if he was a sexy accountant and under those fake glasses and golf shirts he's hiding a load of tattoos, muscles, and a gun. Yep that's Nash. Then imagine the sexy, gothic, school girl aesthetic meets working on her degree in sexuality studies and you have Vale. They are opposites totally meant to be together with the perfect banter.
Nash is part of a "not-mafia-mafia" secret society type of thing with his found family of brothers ruled by the Queen in charge. Their lifestyle is dangerous and ultra protective with some steamy initiations involved. When danger gets a little too close to home, Nash is ready to step up and protect Vale no matter what.
I won't give away all the juicy secrets. You'll just have to read and discover them for yourselves. Then you'll be hooked on this new twist in Kelly's universe of steamy couples and more. The teasers for these two and the others involved had me craving this story and I was not disappointed. I'm so excited to see where this series is going to go.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Age Gap Love with the Not-Mafia-Mafia…
This is the first book in a brand new series and it's kicking things off with a good mix of love, loyalty, spice, mystery, and danger. It's another great story from Kelly and a fantastic way to start off a new series while still being connected to the world she's made us fall so in love with already.
Nash and Vale have secretly loved each other for years. Other than the age gap, the biggest thing standing in their way has been the fact that Nash is the father of Vale's best friend. A friend she loves like a sister almost as much as her own twin. Neither of them could ever imagine hurting her by acting on the feelings they have for each other. And Nash also wants to protect Vale from the dark side of his life that he's keeping secret.
Just imagine those Clark Kent vibes but if he was a sexy accountant and under those fake glasses and golf shirts he's hiding a load of tattoos, muscles, and a gun. Yep that's Nash. Then imagine the sexy, gothic, school girl aesthetic meets working on her degree in sexuality studies and you have Vale. They are opposites totally meant to be together with the perfect banter.
Nash is part of a "not-mafia-mafia" secret society type of thing with his found family of brothers ruled by the Queen in charge. Their lifestyle is dangerous and ultra protective with some steamy initiations involved. When danger gets a little too close to home, Nash is ready to step up and protect Vale no matter what.
I won't give away all the juicy secrets. You'll just have to read and discover them for yourselves. Then you'll be hooked on this new twist in Kelly's universe of steamy couples and more. The teasers for these two and the others involved had me craving this story and I was not disappointed. I'm so excited to see where this series is going to go.
Unwritten By the Gods by Caty Rogan
I was not prepared at all for how emotionally invested I was going to get into these characters and their story from just a prequel novella. But that's exactly what happened. Now I can't wait to read the full series when it comes out.
Maera is on a dangerous and important mission for the rebellion when she finds herself face to face with Aelric, the man she once loved and lost. Ten years may have gone by but their intense connection has not. They never should have been together with her being a lowly serf-born and him the son of an overlord. Now he is an elite warrior of the gods and she is a rebel.
All that time he believed her to be dead and mourned the love he lost. Meanwhile she believed him a traitor. Forces outside their control tore them apart years ago and Maera barely escaped with her life and that of her unborn child. Now they must face the truth of what happened and the secrets left unsaid.
This one short novella had me on a rollercoaster of emotions and left me craving more. If this prequel is any indicator for how this new romantasy series is going to go, then I'm already hooked and ready for more. I loved these characters and the world-building so far. So great! Fantastic start!
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I need more ASAP!!!
I was not prepared at all for how emotionally invested I was going to get into these characters and their story from just a prequel novella. But that's exactly what happened. Now I can't wait to read the full series when it comes out.
Maera is on a dangerous and important mission for the rebellion when she finds herself face to face with Aelric, the man she once loved and lost. Ten years may have gone by but their intense connection has not. They never should have been together with her being a lowly serf-born and him the son of an overlord. Now he is an elite warrior of the gods and she is a rebel.
All that time he believed her to be dead and mourned the love he lost. Meanwhile she believed him a traitor. Forces outside their control tore them apart years ago and Maera barely escaped with her life and that of her unborn child. Now they must face the truth of what happened and the secrets left unsaid.
This one short novella had me on a rollercoaster of emotions and left me craving more. If this prequel is any indicator for how this new romantasy series is going to go, then I'm already hooked and ready for more. I loved these characters and the world-building so far. So great! Fantastic start!
Dirty Priest by Samantha Barrett
If you're looking for a quick, super spicy read that includes a hot tatted priest, smooth talking stepbrother, and their sexy best friend, then this novella will be right up your alley. When a plumbing issue at her mother's house ends up with Peyton temporarily rooming with all three of these guys next door, it's the perfect storm for some interesting scenarios. She can't help but to be drawn to all three.
Then her life heats up even more when she finds herself in the sights of three masked men. It seems they love chasing her through the woods behind the church just as much as she loves running from them. But the real fun begins when they catch her.
Now Peyton is torn between the roommates she getting closer with every day and the masked men who help her live out her darkest fantasies. She'll have to figure out what she wants most in the time she has left before heading off to college.
This was fun and flirty as well as dark and spicy. Check those triggers first just to be safe. And be prepared because you might not look at Easter candy and rosary beads the same way again.
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
4.0
Primal Naughty Fun…
If you're looking for a quick, super spicy read that includes a hot tatted priest, smooth talking stepbrother, and their sexy best friend, then this novella will be right up your alley. When a plumbing issue at her mother's house ends up with Peyton temporarily rooming with all three of these guys next door, it's the perfect storm for some interesting scenarios. She can't help but to be drawn to all three.
Then her life heats up even more when she finds herself in the sights of three masked men. It seems they love chasing her through the woods behind the church just as much as she loves running from them. But the real fun begins when they catch her.
Now Peyton is torn between the roommates she getting closer with every day and the masked men who help her live out her darkest fantasies. She'll have to figure out what she wants most in the time she has left before heading off to college.
This was fun and flirty as well as dark and spicy. Check those triggers first just to be safe. And be prepared because you might not look at Easter candy and rosary beads the same way again.
Haunted by Secrets by Maddison Cole
Just like with book two, this third and final book of the series picks up right where we left off. The identity of Mr. XO has finally been revealed and he has Avery all to himself. She puts up quite the fight to get back to her guys. He just wants to keep her safe from those out to get her, even if his methods are a little misguided.
She can only be apart from the others for so long before they are drawn back together. Loyalties are definitely being tested. And everyone in the group is fighting for what they feel is best.
It's so hard not to just give away all the juicy details. You just have to experience it with this tortured crew that we love so much. They really are perfect for each other and complete each other. This was a great conclusion to their story. I can't wait to see what comes next with some of the side characters from this series.
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Tortured & broken, but healing…
Just like with book two, this third and final book of the series picks up right where we left off. The identity of Mr. XO has finally been revealed and he has Avery all to himself. She puts up quite the fight to get back to her guys. He just wants to keep her safe from those out to get her, even if his methods are a little misguided.
She can only be apart from the others for so long before they are drawn back together. Loyalties are definitely being tested. And everyone in the group is fighting for what they feel is best.
When circumstances put them at a place to confront past trauma, everyone is tested in more ways than one. The lies, secrets, betrayal, and danger continues. But this group is strong no matter what is thrown at them.
It's so hard not to just give away all the juicy details. You just have to experience it with this tortured crew that we love so much. They really are perfect for each other and complete each other. This was a great conclusion to their story. I can't wait to see what comes next with some of the side characters from this series.