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Her Irish Daddy by Bianca Cole

3.0

Ella goes to a club with her coworker Jamie. She's always been curious about the lifestyle but has never been with another man before. When she gets there she looks up at the balcony and sees these piercing eyes that speak to her. How can one look change everything? 

I do like that Devlin calls Ella *Baby girl*. Their first meeting was a lot to handle. I was surprised at how forceful Devlin was in the beginning. He moved a little too fast. When Devlin ran after Ella I was so excited to see what she would say. I hate how Ella was denying herself something that would make her feel alive. I was definitely shocked when Devlin showed up at Ella's apartment. Ella's shirt is epic. 

This was an okay story.

I've never read a book with my name in it so that was cool. 

Daddy's Angel by K.A. Knight

fast-paced

5.0

Justin takes Lexi to a family party to meet his dad. When they get there Justin leaves her to fend for herself. Tyler sees Lexi and knows he's in trouble. Justin comes out of nowhere and tells Tyler that Lexi is his girl. After Justin cheats on Lexi she can't stop the feelings she has for Tyler. Falling for her ex's dad was in the cards for Lexi.

I was so mad when Justin left Lexi alone at his own family's party. I can see the look in Tyler's eyes the second he saw Lexi. Tyler is so selfless when he says that he can handle being around Lexi if she makes Justin happy. I adore Tyler for getting Lexi to open up to him. I'm obsessed with the game nights. I love how Tyler can't get enough of Lexi. I wasn't expecting that twist at all.

I absolutely love this story. I can't wait to read more from K. A. Knight. 

What If We Do by Susan Renee

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

Scarlett's fiance Mark never showed up to their wedding. Her cousin Ledger puts in a good word for Oliver to go on her honeymoon with her. When Oliver sees Scarlett he knows he's in trouble. It only takes one moment to fall in love. 

I adore Ledger for getting Oliver to go with Scarlett. I like how Scarlett vlogged the experience for her followers. The second Scarlett said that he wouldn't be able to miss her I knew it would be good. I was so shocked when she showed up like that. What a cute little story. I need more of them. 

Controlling Chloe by Kate Oliver

challenging emotional funny mysterious sad tense fast-paced

5.0

Chloe was forced to go on a date with Bradley. She wasn't happy about it. When Bash finally saw who she was he knew he needed to get her away from Bradley. Bash noticed how uncomfortable Chloe was. He saw Bradley put something in Chloe's drink. He wasn't going to let that slide. What do you do when your brother's best friend saves you? You fall in love with him of course.

Chloe being forced to go on that date is awful. No one should be forced to do something like that. When Bash finally saw who Chloe was is such a cute moment. I couldn't believe Bradley put something in Chloe's drink. How dare he. When Bash got Chloe home was sweet and funny because of Paisley. The next day at Chloe's brother's place was not what I expected but I shouldn't have been surprised. They're mafia men. I love when mafia men have a heart to heart with each other. It makes me smile. 

I really like this one. I've read one other book from Kate and it was amazing as well. Definitely going to keep going with this series. I'm in love with these men! 

Mafia Lust by L. Steele

1.0

This just wasn't for me

Mr. Bentley by Mackenzy Fox

1.0

This wasn't for me

Sins of Bliss by A.R. Rose

5.0

This is book 2 in the *With A Kiss* duet. Each book must be read in order! 

After Sly told her to meet him the next day she knew what they needed to do. The only problem with that is Joseph and August will do everything to keep them apart. How do you explain to the love of your life you will do anything to protect them? 

The fact that August came into her apartment and did that made me furious. I feel awful that Sly thought she didn't feel the same. Living without the love of your life is painful. Sly's new tattoo is everything. It's sweet how when Vinnie found out Sly was hurt she went right to him. It hurt my soul that Sly really thinks she wants to marry August. When the pieces finally came together I almost jumped out of my chair! That ending is perfect. I'm obsessed with Sly and Vinnie! 

I definitely had a hard time sleeping in between books because I needed to know what came next. Being so invested in a great book will do that. The way everything came together was good. I didn't see anything coming and then bam: it changes. Absolutely fantastic! Easy 5 stars. 

Sins of Sorrow by A.R. Rose

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

This is the first book in the *With A Kiss* duet. This book ends on a cliffhanger. 

Sly has been raised to hate the Paladino's family. They hurt his uncle so they are the enemy. The only problem with that is that Sly can't stop looking at Vinnie and she can't stop looking back. It started when they were little and the attraction only grew when they got older. How do you explain to your family that you love the enemy? 

I absolutely adore that Sly calls Vinnie "piccola ladra" (little thief). The first time Sly met Vinnie was traumatizing. Their meeting as teenagers was no better. How cute is it that everytime Sly sees Vinnie he thinks she's the most beautiful girl in the world. I feel awful that Sly "has" to hate Vinnie because of this family fued. When Sly followed Vinnie and Joseph to make sure Vinnie was okay made my heart melt. I hate how Sly keeps walking away when he really just wants to stay. I hate Joseph and August. The ending hurt me so much.

Wow. My heart is broken right now. I have cried a few times during this story but I've smiled just as much. I need to know what happens next so I'm about to jump into *Sins Of Bliss* right now.

Breaking the Girl by Eva Marks

challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

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

5.0

Leighton has always had a crush on her best friend's dad Marcus. She's been trying to hide it from her best friend though. Leighton goes out into the garage with Marcus to grab groceries but that never happens... What happens next is much worse. What do you do when you're taken by the one man you loved? 

I love every single nickname Marcus calls Leighton. Anything that comes out of his mouth is heaven. I can't believe he would wait for Leighton to stand outside his room and do that! When Marcus knew they messed up it was too late so he had to save Leighton. I wasn't expecting how he ladynapped her. Honestly Marcus gave me whiplash but I loved every minute. I wanted to help Leighton figure out her real emotions so badly. That ending was NOT what I expected at all. 

Eva wrote another masterpiece. This brilliant woman knows how to write a story. I couldn't get enough. She writes hard topics so tastefully. It was up and down but came together perfectly. I'm so excited to see what she has coming next. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cursing, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, and Stalking

His to Wed by Sassa Daniels

4.0

Emilia is working at her uncles hotel when a very handsome man asks her to come to his room and help him with the AC. Later that night when she gets off work she sees him again. He takes her for a drink but things seem off. Turns out he's her soon to be husband that she didn't know about. 

I love that Alessandro calls Emilia *Dolzezza*. It's funny how he needed help with the AC that Emilia says a child could’ve figured out. How sweet is it that Alessandro caught her before she fell on her face! I like how Alessandro doesn't make empty threats. That plane ride was not what I expected. That wedding day was a mess but still nice. You know what, I'd be petrified too if my life was in danger. The ending was good. 

I was a little hesitant about Alessandro in the beginning but he grew on me. When his emotions softened for her I wanted to melt. I did smile a lot through it. Very good!