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Take a Chance by Lila Dawes
dark
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This is the first book I've read by Lila Dawes, the fifth book in her Citrus Pines series, and I can NOT wait to read the rest because I loved this book!
Rebelle's evolution was amazing to read. Seeing her go from completely untrusting of anyone and everyone to her awe filled "I have friends" had me tearing up. I love the relationship between Rebelle and Will, but I also LOVED that there was a big emphasis on the friendships and the relationships with animals. It was all so ✨️ wonderful ✨️
Will is the PERFECT counterpart to Rebelle. Think about the most delicious pairing, then read this book, and it will be replaced by Rebelle and Will 🤤🤤
Before diving in, check out the content warnings because there's some heavy, sometimes graphic content that could be triggering, but 100% worth the read if your heart and mental health can handle it 💕
Rebelle's evolution was amazing to read. Seeing her go from completely untrusting of anyone and everyone to her awe filled "I have friends" had me tearing up. I love the relationship between Rebelle and Will, but I also LOVED that there was a big emphasis on the friendships and the relationships with animals. It was all so ✨️ wonderful ✨️
Will is the PERFECT counterpart to Rebelle. Think about the most delicious pairing, then read this book, and it will be replaced by Rebelle and Will 🤤🤤
Before diving in, check out the content warnings because there's some heavy, sometimes graphic content that could be triggering, but 100% worth the read if your heart and mental health can handle it 💕
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Rape
Minor: Death of parent
An Unexpected Roomie: A Best Friend’s Brother, Marriage of Convenience, Opposites Attract Sweet Romance by Laura Langa
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Omg Laura Langa knocked it out of the park again!
Claire and Rowan's story is so swoony, a little angsty, a lot "JUST TELL HIM HOW YOU FEEL ALREADY" and absolutely perfect.
This book is closed door, but the on page kisses are so FREAKING dreamy you'll probably blush anyway 😉
I love the history between Claire and Rowan and the relationship she has with his family. It feels so real and relatable, like you could crawl into the book and hang out with these characters.
I absolutely loved this book and can't wait to see what else Laura writes 💕
Claire and Rowan's story is so swoony, a little angsty, a lot "JUST TELL HIM HOW YOU FEEL ALREADY" and absolutely perfect.
This book is closed door, but the on page kisses are so FREAKING dreamy you'll probably blush anyway 😉
I love the history between Claire and Rowan and the relationship she has with his family. It feels so real and relatable, like you could crawl into the book and hang out with these characters.
I absolutely loved this book and can't wait to see what else Laura writes 💕
The Secret by Eve M Riley
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
4.0
Eve has written another wonderful book to add to her Techboys series 👨💻🖱💻
Liss and Dan's story was an adventure to read.
It's second chance romance with a heavy pour of miscommunication and spice that will have you running out to buy tights (IYKYK) 😉
There is a lot going on in this book, family drama from both MCs, missing person, heartbreak, secrets, travel, friendships in multiple countries, and it all comes together in an "I NEED to know what's going to happen" way that will keep you reading past your bedtime.
There are some scenes that could be triggering, so be sure to check content warnings before diving in.
If you haven't read the first two books in the series, I recommend reading those before hopping into this one
Liss and Dan's story was an adventure to read.
It's second chance romance with a heavy pour of miscommunication and spice that will have you running out to buy tights (IYKYK) 😉
There is a lot going on in this book, family drama from both MCs, missing person, heartbreak, secrets, travel, friendships in multiple countries, and it all comes together in an "I NEED to know what's going to happen" way that will keep you reading past your bedtime.
There are some scenes that could be triggering, so be sure to check content warnings before diving in.
If you haven't read the first two books in the series, I recommend reading those before hopping into this one
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
Date the Alphabet by Laura Langa
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Laura Langa wrote a wonderful book, and if you love fake dating, he falls first, single dad, swoony romance, then you should definitely pick this one up.
The tension between Ann and Zane is wonderfully frustrating. Their kisses could set the page on fire. The way Zane shows up for Ann had me swooning all over the place.
The friendships and co-parenting relationship are beautiful.
Some of the dates that Ann goes on had me cringing and laughing so hard, read with caution (and an empty bladder) when meeting Nana (IYKYK, if you don't, you should find out 😏😏)
⚠️Warning ⚠️Ann's family may cause involuntary violent throwing of your kindle/book for some readers (hi, it's me, I'm some readers)
I feel like every time I read a new book from Laura, it becomes my new favorite book by her, I can't wait to read what she writes next.
The tension between Ann and Zane is wonderfully frustrating. Their kisses could set the page on fire. The way Zane shows up for Ann had me swooning all over the place.
The friendships and co-parenting relationship are beautiful.
Some of the dates that Ann goes on had me cringing and laughing so hard, read with caution (and an empty bladder) when meeting Nana (IYKYK, if you don't, you should find out 😏😏)
⚠️Warning ⚠️Ann's family may cause involuntary violent throwing of your kindle/book for some readers (hi, it's me, I'm some readers)
I feel like every time I read a new book from Laura, it becomes my new favorite book by her, I can't wait to read what she writes next.
One Call Away by Lexy Josephine
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
One Call Away by Lexy Josephine
had me hooked right away. It's workplace romance, it's mutual pining, it's holy sh*t just admit that you want each other already in the best possible way.
I absolutely LOVED reading this, I love the anxiety and plus size rep, I love that it's Canadian, I love the 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' vibe. The flirting, the banter, the SPICE 🥵 they're all 10/10.
Watching Stella and Ben go from insecure and untrusting to being vulnerable and open was beautiful. The writing had me feeling everything that these characters had gone through both in their pasts and together.
I'd also like to note that the friendships in this book are 👏👏 amazing. Everyone needs friends like Vanessa, Dylan, and Nate.
If you're looking for a romcom to cozy up with, I highly recommend giving this one a read.
had me hooked right away. It's workplace romance, it's mutual pining, it's holy sh*t just admit that you want each other already in the best possible way.
I absolutely LOVED reading this, I love the anxiety and plus size rep, I love that it's Canadian, I love the 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' vibe. The flirting, the banter, the SPICE 🥵 they're all 10/10.
Watching Stella and Ben go from insecure and untrusting to being vulnerable and open was beautiful. The writing had me feeling everything that these characters had gone through both in their pasts and together.
I'd also like to note that the friendships in this book are 👏👏 amazing. Everyone needs friends like Vanessa, Dylan, and Nate.
If you're looking for a romcom to cozy up with, I highly recommend giving this one a read.
Just Say It by Anna Lindgren
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
It was such a delight being back in Smugglers Cove for Hilary and Ryan's story.
Just Say It is the absolute PERFECT title for this book because you'll be screaming those three words at both Hilary and Ryan throughout the story. (In the BEST way)
I love that their past is woven together with the present, and you get to experience everything these characters went through to get where they are.
Anna's writing will have you feeling like you're in Alaska seeing and experiencing things right alongside this group of friends.
This book is angsty and frustrating but also so swoony and beautiful 😍
100% recommend reading this series!
Just Say It is the absolute PERFECT title for this book because you'll be screaming those three words at both Hilary and Ryan throughout the story. (In the BEST way)
I love that their past is woven together with the present, and you get to experience everything these characters went through to get where they are.
Anna's writing will have you feeling like you're in Alaska seeing and experiencing things right alongside this group of friends.
This book is angsty and frustrating but also so swoony and beautiful 😍
100% recommend reading this series!
Smoky Darling by S.J. Tilly
I absolutely LOVED this book, I was supposed to pace myself for a buddy read, but I couldn't stop reading 🤣
I love protective, possessive, and growly Beckett. He had me wanting to leave my door unlocked so I could be taught a lesson 🥵🥵🥵🥵 (IYKYK)
I love everything about Elouise. She had me laughing out loud, she is so relatable and feels real.
I want to crawl inside this book and live in its pages. It's fun and intense (also in tents 🥵😉😏), and the spice...the SPICE is top-notch 😉
10/10 recommend, definitely reread material.
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I absolutely LOVED this book, I was supposed to pace myself for a buddy read, but I couldn't stop reading 🤣
I love protective, possessive, and growly Beckett. He had me wanting to leave my door unlocked so I could be taught a lesson 🥵🥵🥵🥵 (IYKYK)
I love everything about Elouise. She had me laughing out loud, she is so relatable and feels real.
I want to crawl inside this book and live in its pages. It's fun and intense (also in tents 🥵😉😏), and the spice...the SPICE is top-notch 😉
10/10 recommend, definitely reread material.
Haley and the Yeti by Laura Langa
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I think I've found my new favorite book by Laura Langa, and I'm super disappointed that the cover for this book isn't loading on my Kindle because it's beautiful 😍
I absolutely LOVED reading this grumpy/sunshine, slow burn romance.
Haley is such a bubbly, fun character who leaves home in an attempt to "grow up" and ends up finding self-acceptance and love instead 💗
I loved Yeti from the first awkward moment he and Haley met. I loved his growth and seeing him come out of his cave (IYKYK)
There's so much love in this book, so many different relationships with friends, parents, and siblings, and they're all amazing.
I found this book to be very relatable with the struggles with anxiety and self-doubt (who hasn't been there). And the story felt real. You feel the struggles and the triumphs right alongside these characters.
I absolutely LOVED reading this grumpy/sunshine, slow burn romance.
Haley is such a bubbly, fun character who leaves home in an attempt to "grow up" and ends up finding self-acceptance and love instead 💗
I loved Yeti from the first awkward moment he and Haley met. I loved his growth and seeing him come out of his cave (IYKYK)
There's so much love in this book, so many different relationships with friends, parents, and siblings, and they're all amazing.
I found this book to be very relatable with the struggles with anxiety and self-doubt (who hasn't been there). And the story felt real. You feel the struggles and the triumphs right alongside these characters.
Verses of Us by Mimi Flood
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Holy sh*t, Verses of Us by Mimi Flood was a RIDE.
The angst is strong with this one. My heart broke, and I was scared Alexis and Ciarán would leave it that way. (They didn't, thank-you Mimi 😉)
This is a love story that spans 20 years, and I'm happy to be mad about it 🤣
Ciarán is a Rockstar, Alexis is a HUGE fan, and a radio contest changes both their lives.
Alexis and Ciarán are frustrating and stubborn and made me want to throw my Kindle across the room. But their story is also beautiful and passionate and will have you believing in destiny.
This is the first book by Mimi Flood that I've read, and I will definitely be checking out her other books!
The angst is strong with this one. My heart broke, and I was scared Alexis and Ciarán would leave it that way. (They didn't, thank-you Mimi 😉)
This is a love story that spans 20 years, and I'm happy to be mad about it 🤣
Ciarán is a Rockstar, Alexis is a HUGE fan, and a radio contest changes both their lives.
Alexis and Ciarán are frustrating and stubborn and made me want to throw my Kindle across the room. But their story is also beautiful and passionate and will have you believing in destiny.
This is the first book by Mimi Flood that I've read, and I will definitely be checking out her other books!
The Outcast by Eve M. Riley
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
4.0
I have been waiting to read Fabian's story since reading The Refusal last year and Eve M. Riley did NOT disappoint.
This story is WILD but did we really expect anything less from Fabian?
I love that Kate is so opposite Fabian, they balanced each other so wonderfully. I love the supportive friendships, and the spice is 🔥🥵🥵🥵🔥.
A LOT happens in this story but it was easy to follow where the characters were going.
I'd recommend checking out trigger warnings before diving into this one.
This story is WILD but did we really expect anything less from Fabian?
I love that Kate is so opposite Fabian, they balanced each other so wonderfully. I love the supportive friendships, and the spice is 🔥🥵🥵🥵🔥.
A LOT happens in this story but it was easy to follow where the characters were going.
I'd recommend checking out trigger warnings before diving into this one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Drug use, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Addiction, Child abuse, and Murder