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A Fork in the Road by Ember Leigh
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
5.0
Farm 2 Forking Book
Book #5 in series
Can be read out if order but reading/listening in order is recommended for best experience.
Rockstar romance
Small town
“Congratulations! You’ve just been forked in Forklift”
I loved this short love story and conclusion of this series. Hilarious and sweet.
Jackson the rockstar has returned home after his sister has twins. He’s hiding a big secret from his family about his career.
Bella is an event planner who is staying in the farm to help plan the strawberry jam festival.
Bella and Jackson have meet among the dates of event and his tour over the years. Jackson has had a thing for her but thought she had a long time boyfriend, until he finds out that she is indeed single then all bets are off.
Spicy, funny, heartwarming I devoured this audiobook!
Book #5 in series
Can be read out if order but reading/listening in order is recommended for best experience.
Rockstar romance
Small town
“Congratulations! You’ve just been forked in Forklift”
I loved this short love story and conclusion of this series. Hilarious and sweet.
Jackson the rockstar has returned home after his sister has twins. He’s hiding a big secret from his family about his career.
Bella is an event planner who is staying in the farm to help plan the strawberry jam festival.
Bella and Jackson have meet among the dates of event and his tour over the years. Jackson has had a thing for her but thought she had a long time boyfriend, until he finds out that she is indeed single then all bets are off.
Spicy, funny, heartwarming I devoured this audiobook!
Passed Ball: A Denver Bandits Novel by Lo Everett
emotional
funny
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? It's complicated
4.75
Single dad
Boss x nanny
Spicy Wishlist 🥵😈
Xavier is a ginger daddy!!!
He takes such amazing care of Vivienne! They truly cherish each other. The spice is spicing in this one too!
The banter and found family in this book are amazing as well. This would make a fabulous audiobook *hoping for it!
Very much enjoyed this read!
Boss x nanny
Spicy Wishlist 🥵😈
Xavier is a ginger daddy!!!
He takes such amazing care of Vivienne! They truly cherish each other. The spice is spicing in this one too!
The banter and found family in this book are amazing as well. This would make a fabulous audiobook *hoping for it!
Very much enjoyed this read!
Heart of Thorns by S.J. Sylvis, S. Massery
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
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
Football romance
Fake dating
He falls first
Grumpy x sunshine (she’s the grump)
Spicy
Duet Narration - J.F. Harding & Savannah Peachwood
The narration is so good! They did fabulous bringing life into these characters.
Briar is a female hockey player until an unfortunate injury happens. She is angsty and a black cat FMC. She is an artist, painting murals all over campus.
Thorn is the football quarterback with an aversion to touch caused from his childhood.
A chance meeting between these two turns into a fascination on Thorns part. When he finds out she was injured and is trying to strengthen her leg, he offers to help her train in exchange for her help with his parents.
Loved the story. The chemistry between these two characters was captivating. Would definitely recommend for any sports romance reader/listener!
Fake dating
He falls first
Grumpy x sunshine (she’s the grump)
Spicy
Duet Narration - J.F. Harding & Savannah Peachwood
The narration is so good! They did fabulous bringing life into these characters.
Briar is a female hockey player until an unfortunate injury happens. She is angsty and a black cat FMC. She is an artist, painting murals all over campus.
Thorn is the football quarterback with an aversion to touch caused from his childhood.
A chance meeting between these two turns into a fascination on Thorns part. When he finds out she was injured and is trying to strengthen her leg, he offers to help her train in exchange for her help with his parents.
Loved the story. The chemistry between these two characters was captivating. Would definitely recommend for any sports romance reader/listener!
Love You Always by Stacy Travis
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Grumpy x sunshine
Small town
Spicy
Dual Narration - Ava Erickson & Lee Samuels
Despite this audio being in dual I very much enjoyed the story. The narration was done very well. Ava Erickson is a favorite of mine and I enjoyed Lee Samuel’s voice as well.
Archer is running the family winery, making the wine since their father is too sick to do so anymore. His siblings all have rolls to play in running the business. His sister is trying to get it to be a top wedding venue by having a celebrity wedding at the winery. Archer is not interested in having anything to do with this side of the business. That is until Ella shows up.
Ella is hollywoods romantic comedy sweetheart and she is getting married. Her reputation is that she is the girl who jumps from guy to guy not a settling down type. She wants a family and to settle down. She will even go so far as to marry the wrong guy, but when she meets and spends time with Archer her thoughts about the future begin to shift slightly.
Small town
Spicy
Dual Narration - Ava Erickson & Lee Samuels
Despite this audio being in dual I very much enjoyed the story. The narration was done very well. Ava Erickson is a favorite of mine and I enjoyed Lee Samuel’s voice as well.
Archer is running the family winery, making the wine since their father is too sick to do so anymore. His siblings all have rolls to play in running the business. His sister is trying to get it to be a top wedding venue by having a celebrity wedding at the winery. Archer is not interested in having anything to do with this side of the business. That is until Ella shows up.
Ella is hollywoods romantic comedy sweetheart and she is getting married. Her reputation is that she is the girl who jumps from guy to guy not a settling down type. She wants a family and to settle down. She will even go so far as to marry the wrong guy, but when she meets and spends time with Archer her thoughts about the future begin to shift slightly.
Sinful Wrath: An Arranged Marriage Russian Mafia Romance by Callie Stevens, Kira Cole, Kira Cole
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Dark romance
Mafia / Bratva
Arranged marriage
This is book 3 in the Koslov Bratva series.
Mikhail is the third brother in this series to be “forced “ into marriage.
I really enjoyed the story however it felt a little repetitive with the first two books.
Mikhail is sexy and tattooed he isn’t as grumpy as his brother but still a grump. Lucia is a spoiled mafia princess. Or so Mikhail thinks she is.
Lucia is dealing with trauma from a past experience but no one knows what she’s going through. Mikhail wants to find a way out of this arranged marriage… until he gets to know Lucia better…
The spice is really good, the duet narration is great.
James Cassidy is 🥵 narrating Mikhail!
Mafia / Bratva
Arranged marriage
This is book 3 in the Koslov Bratva series.
Mikhail is the third brother in this series to be “forced “ into marriage.
I really enjoyed the story however it felt a little repetitive with the first two books.
Mikhail is sexy and tattooed he isn’t as grumpy as his brother but still a grump. Lucia is a spoiled mafia princess. Or so Mikhail thinks she is.
Lucia is dealing with trauma from a past experience but no one knows what she’s going through. Mikhail wants to find a way out of this arranged marriage… until he gets to know Lucia better…
The spice is really good, the duet narration is great.
James Cassidy is 🥵 narrating Mikhail!
Run, Little Bunny by Serena Pier
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
Age gap
Masked man
Friends to lovers
Small town
Holiday Novella
Mild primal play
Duet narration- Corvin King & Nikki Grey absolute perfection! Loved it!!!
Such a fun series and this latest addition for Easter is so dang cute and hot.
Easter is not a sexy holiday but Serena has given us a fabulously funny and sexy short story.
Anna Clark is a 22 yr old waitress who also helps take care of her nephew. Chad Braun is a 34 yr old business owner who goes to La Nonna just to see Anna.
An easter bunny mask gives Chad the chance to chat up Anna. Leads to more.
I think I smiled the ENTIRE time I was listening to this audio!
Masked man
Friends to lovers
Small town
Holiday Novella
Mild primal play
Duet narration- Corvin King & Nikki Grey absolute perfection! Loved it!!!
Such a fun series and this latest addition for Easter is so dang cute and hot.
Easter is not a sexy holiday but Serena has given us a fabulously funny and sexy short story.
Anna Clark is a 22 yr old waitress who also helps take care of her nephew. Chad Braun is a 34 yr old business owner who goes to La Nonna just to see Anna.
An easter bunny mask gives Chad the chance to chat up Anna. Leads to more.
I think I smiled the ENTIRE time I was listening to this audio!
Quit Me If You Can by Jolie Day
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Second chance romance
Boss / employee
Kennedy is a paralegal with big aspirations and goals. She gets a job interview for a law firm after leaving a toxic work environment. Her interview is with none other than her ex-boyfriend who broke her heart with no explanation years ago.
Cade is a top lawyer at his firm, basically the head boss. He is looking to hire a paralegal. He didn’t expect it to be Kennedy the love of his life and the girl he was forced to let go of.
This story was sweet and heartbreakingly heartwarming. I ached for these two characters. Cade gave her up because he thought he had no choice and Kennedy was so heartbroken she never quite moved on.
When fate brings them back together Kennedy is determined not to fall again she can’t get hurt by Cade again and he is determined to find a way back to her.
Boss / employee
Kennedy is a paralegal with big aspirations and goals. She gets a job interview for a law firm after leaving a toxic work environment. Her interview is with none other than her ex-boyfriend who broke her heart with no explanation years ago.
Cade is a top lawyer at his firm, basically the head boss. He is looking to hire a paralegal. He didn’t expect it to be Kennedy the love of his life and the girl he was forced to let go of.
This story was sweet and heartbreakingly heartwarming. I ached for these two characters. Cade gave her up because he thought he had no choice and Kennedy was so heartbroken she never quite moved on.
When fate brings them back together Kennedy is determined not to fall again she can’t get hurt by Cade again and he is determined to find a way back to her.
Never Yours by Irene Bahrd
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Second chance
Childhood friends turned lovers
Dual narration
Spicy 🌶️ 🌶️
PTSD REP, Miscarriage mentioned
This is my first Irene Bahrd book and I very much enjoyed it.
Caleb and Ingrid along with Caleb’s sister were all friends throughout school. Caleb always had a crush on Ingrid but never acted on it for fear of messing everything up.
Until prom night… it turned into the best and worst night of his life.
Fast forward 10 years. Ingrid is back in town after experiencing some not so great stuff at work. She reconnects with Caleb. He is not being shy about another chance with her. Trouble is he’s leaving for 2 years in 3 weeks.
They decide to have a great three weeks together, until Caleb gets called away sooner. Ingrid is faced with to stay in town and wait or to live life until he gets back.
Caleb is all in with Ingrid but is she ready for all he’s offering?
The HEA was very cute I loved that.
Childhood friends turned lovers
Dual narration
Spicy 🌶️ 🌶️
PTSD REP, Miscarriage mentioned
This is my first Irene Bahrd book and I very much enjoyed it.
Caleb and Ingrid along with Caleb’s sister were all friends throughout school. Caleb always had a crush on Ingrid but never acted on it for fear of messing everything up.
Until prom night… it turned into the best and worst night of his life.
Fast forward 10 years. Ingrid is back in town after experiencing some not so great stuff at work. She reconnects with Caleb. He is not being shy about another chance with her. Trouble is he’s leaving for 2 years in 3 weeks.
They decide to have a great three weeks together, until Caleb gets called away sooner. Ingrid is faced with to stay in town and wait or to live life until he gets back.
Caleb is all in with Ingrid but is she ready for all he’s offering?
The HEA was very cute I loved that.
Play Maker by Piper Lawson
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.0
This is book #3 in the King of the Court Series. You do need to read them in order.
Dual narration - Lance Greenfield & Carly Robins
This one picks up right where we left off in Shot Taker.
So much happens in such a short book. Clay is being traded to LA just as him and Nova are getting comfortable and happy.
Clay ends up injured and depressed which takes a massive toll on their relationship. Nova goes back to her sisters house for a “break” and also to help with her new niece.
Will Clay get himself out of this funk to get Nova back? Will Niva give him another chance?
Clay and Nova go through ups and downs in a few months. This book starts off with them on shaky ground but ends on a good note.
Found family troupe is strongly represented, mental health issues are represented in this book also.
Dual narration - Lance Greenfield & Carly Robins
This one picks up right where we left off in Shot Taker.
So much happens in such a short book. Clay is being traded to LA just as him and Nova are getting comfortable and happy.
Clay ends up injured and depressed which takes a massive toll on their relationship. Nova goes back to her sisters house for a “break” and also to help with her new niece.
Will Clay get himself out of this funk to get Nova back? Will Niva give him another chance?
Clay and Nova go through ups and downs in a few months. This book starts off with them on shaky ground but ends on a good note.
Found family troupe is strongly represented, mental health issues are represented in this book also.
Since You've Bean Gone by Lainey Davis
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
5.0
Second chance
Small town
Chronic disease rep
Dual narration- Alastair Haynesbridge & Erin Mallon
Heartwarming small town romance.
Ethan is in charge of the family farm since their grandfather has passed. When they get bad financial news his high school sweetheart Lia is back in town to help save the farm.
Lia left Ethan after high school without explaining why. He was hurt and is still upset about it until she finally explains her reasoning.
Lia is dealing with health issues and a boyfriend that she’s unsure is even still her boyfriend. Asher Lia’s brother supports her in her decision to make some changes.
Strong family relationships, laugh out loud funny, Baarbara is just hilarious!
Small town
Chronic disease rep
Dual narration- Alastair Haynesbridge & Erin Mallon
Heartwarming small town romance.
Ethan is in charge of the family farm since their grandfather has passed. When they get bad financial news his high school sweetheart Lia is back in town to help save the farm.
Lia left Ethan after high school without explaining why. He was hurt and is still upset about it until she finally explains her reasoning.
Lia is dealing with health issues and a boyfriend that she’s unsure is even still her boyfriend. Asher Lia’s brother supports her in her decision to make some changes.
Strong family relationships, laugh out loud funny, Baarbara is just hilarious!