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I Thought of You by Jewel E. Ann

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring medium-paced

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

5.0

This book was so well written! Scottie had me in tears, and then laughing so hard I couldn’t catch my breath. We had 4 points of view, and it just left me wanting more. More of these characters that just wanted to walk in the grass. More that had them building lives and connecting with one another.  

These men… Price & Koen. Two men that were going to love Scottie, and I just didn’t want to choose. Price needed her so much that he left everything behind to get to her. Koen and his grandfather… and his dog! He didn’t need her the way Price did, but she connected to him in a vital way. I loved this story, and I really did stop and think about everything.

The Accidental Siren by Lexi Blake

adventurous emotional hopeful mysterious medium-paced

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

5.0

 I absolutely love this series! It was so good to be back with the Barnes-Fleetwood bunch. Josh & Grim were perfect for Nicole. Nicole needed them. This one was sweet & steamy. The twist!!! I did not see that coming.

Reckless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee

adventurous hopeful tense fast-paced

5.0

I love the Hawke family. They always rally around one another. Pope and Allie have history, and we finally know what happened all those years ago. I loved that his first reaction was to protect her and Benjamin. I loved that Benjamin decided his birth needed to be dramatic. This book brought the angst and drama. Loved it!

The Wildflower by J.L. Beck

challenging dark emotional hopeful tense medium-paced

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

5.0

Drew & his Flower are amazing characters. She was emotionally light years ahead of him, but she was willing to walk with him through his pain. I loved all the secrets that came to light. She was building a family, one that could depend on one another. I loved it! 

Cage of Ice and Echoes by Pam Godwin

challenging dark emotional funny hopeful sad 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? No

5.0

OH MY GOODNESS! OH MY GOODNESS! These books are making my heart hurt. I loved that this book gave Leo & Frankie some time alone, and then Kodiak & Frankie went on a run alone. This  gave me some insight into Kodiak’s feelings. We knew where Leo stood, but Kodiak was a tougher nut to crack. They lost so much, but their survival instincts are strong. Every roadblock they overcome makes them stronger. I loved seeing Kody come alive. Denver is still pulling strings. I can’t wait to see what happens now. 

I Wish We Had Forever by Jessica Peterson

adventurous emotional funny hopeful fast-paced

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

I am head over heels in love with Abel. I loved how they are all about making sure her dad knows everyone is happy and settled. Plus Abel & Jenny are SPICY 🌶️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️! Oh my goodness this Abel is a whole other level, and I LOVED it. I have enjoyed these books so much. Abel is my favorite though. He had so many things he thought he couldn’t get passed in order to be happy, but Jenny was so sure of him. I highly recommend this set of Harbour Village books. 

Older by Jennifer Hartmann

emotional funny hopeful sad tense slow-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? No

5.0

This book ripped my heart out. From beginning to end, Halley was so strong. I loved that she had such a great friend. This story was forbidden & taboo in all the best ways. Reed fell in love before he could blink. Halley’s nature was to take care of others. This book has shocks and turns you won’t expect. I loved it! 

Cold Hearted Casanova by L.J. Shen

adventurous emotional funny reflective medium-paced

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

5.0

OMG! I loved Riggs & Duffy. Their first meeting was so funny. Duffy was not very likable in the beginning. Once her story started coming together, I understood her.

Riggs was determined to never settle down. I loved how much he taught her about herself. The twist!!! I was in tears! I did not see that coming. I loved this book! 

Emerald Bruises by Pepper Winters

dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense fast-paced

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

5.0

Spectacularly dark! This is a deep dive into Henri’s mind. He did not disappoint. What Victor puts not just the jewels but the Master’s also… the darkest thoughts imaginable don’t cover it. This book truly had me rooting for Henri one minute, and wishing him the pain he painted on Ily. This author is just the best at a cliffhanger, and I will be thinking of this book long after the next comes out. 

Beacon by Leigh Lennon

adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced

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

5.0

Dom & Sandra were HOT HOT HOT! I loved that they each kept thinking of the other after their first night together. Dom gave me all the feels. He was swoon worthy for sure. He wanted everything with her, and that lead up to our first twist. One I wasn’t sure they could overcome. The minute I thought we back on solid ground talk about an earthquake! The rest of the book is just heartbreaking & heart stopping. I held my breath! I loved it!