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Out of the Shadows by Christina Sol

lighthearted mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix

3.25

•hacker fmc/ her boss

•romantic suspense 

•”Who did this to you?” 

•third person pov

Bean and Gavin have known each other for 8 years and after an accident leaves Bean injured, Gavin makes it his mission to protect her and coworkers turn to more. This book had a slow start for me and took a bit for me to get into. I think since reading all dual pov books lately this one threw me off a bit as it’s told in 3rd person pov. I did love their back and forth banter and how Bean would keep Gavin on his toes and their main goal to ensure the mission was completed safely was never an afterthought after feelings developed. 

Thank you to Christina Sol and Greys promotions for the arc in exchange for an honest review. 

Stolen Vows by Penelope Black

lighthearted mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix

3.75

•marriage of convenience 

•cyber security hacker mmc x bookstore owner fmc

•grumpy/sunshine 

•dual pov

•small town

Book 3 in the Avalon Falls series. 

Graham and Francesca met 10 years ago at a party and went their separate ways but they’ve never forgotten about each other in their time apart. When Francesca moves to Avalon to run the bookstore, Graham decides he’s not going to let her be the woman that got away twice. Getting married to gain control of the bookstore and satisfying the terms of an inheritance doesn’t seem like such a bad idea when you start falling for your husband. 

Thank you to Valentine pr and Penelope Black for the arc in exchange for an honest review!

Fire Fight by Amanda Chaperon

mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

•fire chief mmc/private investigator fmc

•insta lust

•romantic suspense

•forced proximity (and they were roommates)

•reformed bad boy

Read trigger warnings some include: Kidnapping, torture, addiction, drug abuse, fire related injuries. 

After getting seeked out to help solve a series of murders in the small town of Dusk Valley, Aspen aims to solve the case, but finds herself a victim to the arsonist. Running right into the flames, Crew saves the woman that left an impression on him when she got into town. 

The romance… I wasn’t hooked. It is very lust fueled which is fine but i wasn’t rooting for it, there wasn’t awe moments. I lingered to figure out who was responsible for all the terror in the town and was throughly convinced the techy brother was going to be somehow involved, after the touchy incident I just felt weird about him. After finding out who is responsible and learning that there was no info about them whatsoever until after their declarations it was lackluster for me. 

Thank you to Love Notes Pr and Amanda Chaperon for the arc in exchange for an honest review!

Triple Power Play by Jessica Lyn

fast-paced

• Loveable characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

• hockey romance 
• MFM 
• second chance 
• Accidental pregnancy 
• Dark romance 
• Insta love

Very fast paced there is a cliffhanger that leads into the next book in the series. This is a dark romance that involves substance abuse and drug use. You see the povs of each mc throughout the book. The fmc,Aurora, is an escort who was in a relationship with mmc Jackson for two years until he turns to substance abuse. Aurora has a one night stand with Ethan the other mmc and ends up pregnant with his kiddie. All comes to a head when Ethan turns out to be Jackson’s head coach. 

Thank you Jessica Lyn and grey promotion for the arc in exchange for an honest review. 

Need You To Choose Me by Anna B. Doe

funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.75

•single dad

•one night stand

•accidental pregnancy 

•she’s his sons teacher 

•small town romance 

•age gap

One night. No names. No kissing. Those are the rules put in place by Savannah the night she needs a reprieve and Blake seems like the perfect guy to release the tension for one night. 

Everything changes when a plus sign shows up and the guy she met in a bar a few months back ends up being one of her students dad. 

Levi stole the show he was so stinking cute and his and Sav’s bond was too sweet. 

The chemistry between the Sav and Blake was scorching. When Sav was hesitant in letting people in Blake always showed up and reassured her that he was there for both of them, not just the babe. The Walker boys healed the pieces her mom left battered and along the way Sav brought the Walker boys closer and helped them rebuild their relationships with one another. 

I IMMEDIATELY NEED ROSE’S STORY AND WAITING UNTIL DECEMBER for its release is going to sweet torture :) 

Tangled Desires by Elle Mariah

emotional funny medium-paced

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

4.75

•accidental pregnancy 

•dual pov

•mechanic x hairdresser

•set in a small Australian town

•trauma healing

•mental health representation 

***trigger warnings: child abuse & neglect, postpartum depression*** warnings listed within first few pages along with hotline info and numbers 

Imogen was a very lovable character she didn’t shy away from things, gave her two cents and kept Harrison on his toes in the best way possible. She was independent and the banter between them was top tier. 

Harrison was the golden retriever of the group, and when his past starts eating at him he goes on to better himself for Immy and the kiddie. He was down baddd for Immy since he first laid eyes on her. 

Seeing the struggles of the main characters written so well and delicately was refreshing. They really leaned on one another during their pits and it was really sweet to see when one was feeling low the other immediately was an unwavering support showing unconditional love and care for them throughout their journey. 

Thank you to love notes pr and Elle Mariah for this arc in exchange for an honest review. 

Double Fault by Ella Wren

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

•he’s a tennis pro/ she’s the nanny 

•single father (widower)

•forced proximity 

•no third act breakup

•spice

•dual pov

⭐️ 3.5 stars

I did like this book, but the relationship between Sabrina and Noah could have been developed out more it seemed very surface level. On the other hand Maddie and Sabrina’s relationship was so cute to see after the little girl lost her mom. Maddie was the cutest kiddie whether it be the way she got what she wanted or continued to add to her Jellycat collection. 

Obviously Fisher and Ebba’s story is next and seeing their little interactions made me excited for the next book. Elias getting the a pep talk about love and how everything will change once you find it from Noah is gonna be so good to see the switch in his book with I hope to be Whimsy. 

Thank you to valentine pr and Ella wren for the arc in exchange for an honest review. 

Into the Mountains by Kelsey Schulz

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

•second chance romance

•small town

•single dad

•enemies to lovers 

•dual pov

Elias and Charlotte were together 15 years ago but after finding out the reason they got together wasn’t what she thought they break up and try to keep their lives separate of each other until they are forced to work on a project together. 

Elias got married, had a kiddie and then became a widow. Charlotte is dealing with the loss of both of her parents. The pacing of the relationship after they rekindle is fast. I think they could have developed out the characters more but they go through grief, healing from loss, falling in love, and second chance. This is the third and final book in the series I think it would be beneficial to read the previous books before starting this one. 

Thank you to love notes pr and Kelsey Schulz for the arc in exchange for an honest review. 

Axe Backwards by Daphne Elliot

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

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

4.75

* single dad 
* Fake dating 
* Neighbors 
* Small town
* Dual pov

I’ve got to say the character development of Noah and Vic was so well done. It made it really easy to love the characters and the way they slowly became entwined in each other’s life was so sweet to see the relationship go from fake to real. They were so tender with each other and handled the dark days so carefully while trying not to impose but just make their presence a reminder that they weren’t alone. 

The found family aspect to the book was heartwarming, seeing as Vic’s family was horrible to her and left her emotionally battered, the girls stepped up and helped to show her she deserved to be happy. Aunt Lou with her witty remarks were so funny. 

Tess was so stinkin adorable. I also can’t get over the large, baby wearing man I was melting over the imagery. I still think Olaf was a voice recorder or something to get the conversation… 

This book can be read as a standalone, is apart of an interconnected series that I’m going to have to immediately read I also need Jude’s book immediately.

Captivating by Bella Matthews

lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No

3.75

* dual pov
* Sports romance (mma fighter) 
* Pop star romance 
* Fake dating 
* friends-> enemies-> lovers 

Can be read as a standalone in an interconnected series that is about second generation characters. There is a ton of characters in this book, and the family trees are extensive so remembering who is related/married to who is a bit confusing but is usually accompanied with how they relate to the mcs when they’re talking to the family. 

Killian was a good book man. I don’t think he was a “bad boy” he was driven and went for what he wanted. When issues arose he actively tried to work through them and he always had Lilahs best interests at heart. I wish we saw more of the relationship building because once things are official it’s 0 to 100 in .3 secs.

Thank you to valentine pr and Bella Matthew’s for arc copy in exchange for an honest review