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For the Fans by Nyla K.

adventurous tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was an awakening of sorts. I don't know what it was, but something came alive. I loved this, from the tension to the fighting to the downright smut. I barely read smut, okay? I mean, I read smutty books, but still barely really smut, but this was downright freaky. Arvi is so adorable, and the same goes for Kryn. Like honestly, thank you, Franki,e like you were the meat in the sandwich before they figured they were vegetarian 

Learn Your Lesson by Kandi Steiner

adventurous tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Ok, this went by so fast. How did I finish this in less than 3 hours. I loved loved loved when he laughed, I think the way it was so evident how she changed them. The way Ava went from a grumpy grounch to a kid. Now I need Lizzie's; it's a need. She's so interesting. 

Blood in the Water by R.E. May

adventurous dark emotional tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book had a long start, honestly, and I ain't patient, but it was worth it because my girl grew a backbone and fought back to that big bully. Every time I find out a main character is from Africa, I  cry, and this was way more since he was Nigerian; I won't lie, I started sobbing. Each character is different, but they all click. I can't wait to read the next book. 

One Percent of You by Michelle Gross

funny tense medium-paced

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

5.0

This book had me laughing, won't lie. Like, who gets beef with a 3-year-old. Lucy is such a good matchmaker, I might need girl to set me up, too. He wasn't just there for the time being; no, once he realized his feelings, he worked his way into all their lives. Honestly, in some ways, I get her, but then again, I learn new things in every book. The way when she's self-sabotaging, he literally says, "None
of that, I'm here and never leaving," like omg!!! The way he says he hates kids but then lets a certain 4 years old boss him around.

Broken Harbor by Catherine Cowles

emotional funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

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

5.0

I loved every moment of this book. From his nickname for her to Luca and the way the author made me feel every emotion was just on point. This is my second book by this author, and it did not disappoint, honestly. If you're looking for an amazing single-mum romance with hockey and found family in it, then this is it because this book had me up till 2, and I had to get up by 5!! That was how captivating the story was. I mean, he was so obsessed with making her his and making her comfortable like his "lean on me " despite his won demons to; he just wants to make her life comfortable.

Winning Brynn by Maisie Myers

emotional lighthearted tense medium-paced

5.0

THIS WAS EVERYTHING!! It had everything. BANTER, FUNNY SCENCES, THE WRITING WAS ON POINT. I really couldn't put it down and finished it under 3 hours; that's how amazing it was. Brynn was so witty and funny, and the way she never took shit from leo and omg leo's British accent!! I'm sucker for it, won't lie. I loved Salem and Izzy... no comments on her. Alex honestly does need therapy; it's so obvious ,and I hope he does get it, not because something's wrong but his harboring so much and needs to let it out.

Cross My Heart: A Broken Hearts Novel by Avery Maxwell

emotional relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

So, this was a midnight read for me. It was so obvious how much Dexter loved her and omg julie and Trevor; I called it. I just didn't expect that . I love how much in such a short time she became so important to their family, it was so adorable.

Steamy on Set by D.S. Walls

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

ARC REVIEW
This started so well and then started getting fast-paced. When I say Farrah is all confidence and attention, I mean she is all attention and confidence; she's so confident in her skills and body and the way Errol just literally goes with it. It's her world, and he's lucky to live in it.  Them getting locked in the closet was everything!! I love that Farrah was loud and proud of who she was and was pissed every time someone shamed her or called her entitled! Farrah is a strong female lead, and I loved that she had style and was plus-sized. I do feel that it was jumbled all over the place and a rushed ending, sorta but it was terrific.

Forecasting the Forward by Jennifer J. Williams

adventurous funny fast-paced

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

5.0

ARC REVIEW
 I absolutely love this book. Honestly, it was fast-paced, and I enjoyed every moment. Jacob quickly became obsessed with Becca. I adore Becca; she was such a chatterbox and reminded me of myself. She could ramble for hours, and Jacob would have hearts in his eyes just listening to her.  When I say this man never takes no for an answer, I mean it: if his wife wants something, she gets it, no questions asked. She told him no more than twice, but he consistently sent her flowers. He even has an entire room dedicated to all his guinea pigs. Honestly, I could go on for hours about how much I wish this book had been longer. All I'm going to say is, if you need a cute romance book, this is the one for you.

The Nanny is Off Limits by Q.B. Tyler

adventurous tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

ARC REVIEW
How do I explain that I didn't see the end coming and almost cried when I saw the end. I got sucked into the fictional world of the kincaids and didn't know when we were nering the end till I saw the end. I loved the fact that there was no third-act break, and despite their huge age gap, they communicated with each other every step of the way. Margot got on my nerves a little, but then I put myself in her shoes and understood the angle from which he was coming. SJ's character development was subtle but understandable; he will always be a smart-mouthed kid, but he also cares deeply about his family. We then have our little princess; honestly, she made this entire book happen. Rowan put up little to no fight on his feelings for her, and thank heavens, because the entire" it was a mistake " was something I didn't need. I enjoyed how they talked everything through and never let any argument simmer too long. Overall, it is an amazing book.