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Ghosts Of Halloween by Layla Fae
dark
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
4.0
This was a fun story. The writing was alright, it gave Wattpad vibes at some points, and the plot might be a little flimsy. However, if you're looking for spice > plot with paranormal characters this book is for you! The plot was enough to keep me interested and the spice is spicyy. This book deals with some dark themes so check the trigger warnings.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Blood
Minor: Ableism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, and Vomit
Lights Out by Navessa Allen
dark
funny
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
Omg omg. I'm not going to lie, I was really unsure about this book. I'm not usually a stalker romance kind of girly. However, the amount of hype this book was getting made me curious. I'm also not usually an audiobook person for fiction books. The narrators were PHENOMENAL. I think I would have enjoyed this book had I read it, but listening to it too my enjoyment to a whole new level.
I appreciated that this book dealt with dark themes, but had humor added in. The banter and sense of humor between the characters was so good. The way they were relatable and actually logical was so refreshing to see. I feel like usually in romance books our characters are not always using logic with their reactions which can lead to avoidable drama. That didn't happen in this book and I loved it so much.
The spice scenes were so well written. I loved how the author talked about all the emotions the characters were feeling during the scenes. I also loved that Ally was a badass all on her own and was a fully capable independent woman.
I know this book is going to live rent free in my head for a long time. I am so sad it's over, but I'm excited for the next book in the series.
I appreciated that this book dealt with dark themes, but had humor added in. The banter and sense of humor between the characters was so good. The way they were relatable and actually logical was so refreshing to see. I feel like usually in romance books our characters are not always using logic with their reactions which can lead to avoidable drama. That didn't happen in this book and I loved it so much.
The spice scenes were so well written. I loved how the author talked about all the emotions the characters were feeling during the scenes. I also loved that Ally was a badass all on her own and was a fully capable independent woman.
I know this book is going to live rent free in my head for a long time. I am so sad it's over, but I'm excited for the next book in the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Stalking, and Car accident
Moderate: Child abuse and Death
Minor: Sexual assault, Mass/school shootings, and Murder
Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.0
This book was a sweet lighthearted read. Red is definitely a cinnamon roll and I enjoyed the spunky side characters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness and Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Car accident, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Racism and Gaslighting
The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey
emotional
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
5.0
I had a smile on my face 95% of the time I was reading this book. The plot, the characters, everything was amazing. I didn't go into this book with high hopes since my first Tessa Bailey read was a dnf. I was pleasantly surprised.
The dirty talk was so good, but also the emotional connection between the characters during spicy scenes was evident as well. I appreciated the longer scenes too, I feel like that helped to drive home that connection.
I also loved being able to know the inner monologue of both characters at the same time. I have a preference for first person (albeit not a strong preference), but to be honest, the writing was so good that I didn't even give a second thought to it being written in third person.
I didn't read the first book in this series but I didn't feel like I was missing out on anything by not reading it. Maybe I will go back and read that. I really, really want to dive into Sig and Chloe's story - I will be anxiously awaiting the release date.
The dirty talk was so good, but also the emotional connection between the characters during spicy scenes was evident as well. I appreciated the longer scenes too, I feel like that helped to drive home that connection.
I also loved being able to know the inner monologue of both characters at the same time. I have a preference for first person (albeit not a strong preference), but to be honest, the writing was so good that I didn't even give a second thought to it being written in third person.
I didn't read the first book in this series but I didn't feel like I was missing out on anything by not reading it. Maybe I will go back and read that. I really, really want to dive into Sig and Chloe's story - I will be anxiously awaiting the release date.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement and Kidnapping
Minor: Stalking
Falling Embers by Catherine Cowles
emotional
mysterious
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
I read the first book in this series maybe a year ago or more and I don't know why I waited so long to pick up the second. The depth of the characters, the storytelling, all of it was so good! I love that Calder's kids weren't just around when it was convenient for the storyline and they were actually part of the story itself. The mystery aspect of this one was so good too, it really kept me guessing until the end which I enjoyed! I am for sure going to move the next book higher in my tbr, I am looking forward to reading about Addie and learning about Beckett.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence and Car accident
Moderate: Sexual content and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal death, Medical content, and Abandonment
Tackled in the Stacks: A Love Letters Prequel by S.J. Tilly
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This was such a cute read! Looking forward to the rest of the series for sure!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Keres by Sadie Kincaid
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I'm so sad I'm done reading about the Moretti's! Keres was such a rollercoaster. Be sure to check your TWs on this one, it covers some heavy stuff (not that the other books didn't). I really loved the character development Keres went through and her relationship with her men. I also liked, as always with this series, that the broody men's icy exteriors melt. I had mixed feels about our main characters through much of the book, but it is such a good story and every action from the characters has a purpose, even if I didn't always like it. I loved this series and will continue reading works from this author.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Kidnapping, and Murder
Moderate: Mental illness, Sexual violence, Trafficking, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Confinement
Risk by Briana Michaels
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I was waiting for a third act break up and it didn't happen!!!! That will always give a book a super high rating for me. I loved Mason and Leah. The family drama was so real. I also loved that there was no gross shaming of Leah/her jobs from Mason or his friends. We love sex positive main characters! All in all I really appreciated the books in this series. The focus on different kinks in each book was so good. Also, potential spoiler of you want to go in blind: this book's kink is voyeurism/exhibitionism
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, and Classism
Lorenzo by Sadie Kincaid
dark
emotional
medium-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
5.0
This might be my favorite book from this series. Sadie Kincaid ripped my heart out, put it back together, then ripped it out again before giving an HEA and it was an amazing ride. The book deals with some difficult topics so definitely check the TWs but I love Mia and Lorenzo's love. I was skeptical about this book at first since we met Anya in the previous two books, but gosh this book was so well done. Mia is an amazing character and the author did great describing Lorenzo's emotions (even if he was too stubborn to admit them to himself at times). I would rate this one higher than 5 stars if possible.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse and Sexual assault
Minor: Rape, Violence, and Pregnancy
Broken Bayou by Jennifer Moorhead
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Wow, wow, wow!!
First of all, this author did an amazing job. I never would have guessed this was her debut novel. Secondly, the twists in this book!!! If I didn't have a job and other adult responsibilities I could have easily devoured this book in one day. There was never a point where I wanted to stop reading. I'm also impressed with how much psychology knowledge was in this book, as a psych major and current school psychologist I appreciated the accuracy. Also the deep dives into character traumas?? This author 10000% knows what she's doing. All the characters were so well-rounded. I'm so glad I picked this book as one of my Amazon First Reads. I definitely recommend this book and am excited to see what else the author comes up with!
First of all, this author did an amazing job. I never would have guessed this was her debut novel. Secondly, the twists in this book!!! If I didn't have a job and other adult responsibilities I could have easily devoured this book in one day. There was never a point where I wanted to stop reading. I'm also impressed with how much psychology knowledge was in this book, as a psych major and current school psychologist I appreciated the accuracy. Also the deep dives into character traumas?? This author 10000% knows what she's doing. All the characters were so well-rounded. I'm so glad I picked this book as one of my Amazon First Reads. I definitely recommend this book and am excited to see what else the author comes up with!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Mental illness, and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse, Gun violence, and Self harm
Minor: Suicide and Death of parent