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Enjoying the Show by Marie Harte

fast-paced

4.0

Hailey and her friends have been watching this stranger in his apartment across the way every Friday night. It's their girls night routine. One night this stranger catches them watching. He sees Hailey going to her car and stops her. What will she do now that she's been caught?

It's hysterical how the girls call Gage "Mr. Tool". It's nice how Hailey has a girls night with her friends. I like how Hailey thinks about Gage more than just on Fridays. I jumped when Gage stopped her. What Gage did to get Hailey to go on a date with him is not something I was expecting. Their date was cute. I adore Gage's family. The ending was nice. It's a cute short read. 

Trouble by Meghan Hollie

slow-paced

3.0

Indie has been alone for years. Once her grandmother died she was put in to the system. Everyone in her life has left so she thinks people are always going to. Indie meets Seb over the summer and he left without a word. What happens when she runs into him again? She uses her sass of course.

The day Indie moves into the dorms was a wild ride. I'm obsessed with Indie's attitude and sass. I wish I had it. I love who Indie's roommate is. They're so different but so perfect. It's funny how Seb just shows up everywhere Indie is. Even  when he's drunk he finds her. It's very true when Indie says that socializing is exhausting. I love Seb's family. The ending was nice. Not one of my favorites but still good.

The Teacher of Nothing by K Webster

5.0

Callum doesn't want to be anything like his father. Callum's dad stole his high school girl friend and knocked her up. Now Callum is obsessed with his student, Willa. Callum feels like he's doing what his father did. How can Willa change his way of thinking?

Callum's unquenchable thirst for Willa is intoxicating. I want to melt when Willa blushes. With them trying to hide their attraction to each other, their flirting was on point. I would honestly be enraged if I saw what Callum saw on Levi's phone. I love that since Willa's mom won't fight for her Callum will. The email Callum sends is sweet and to the point but also puts the ball in Willa's court. Callum making Levi seem small is the best. That bathroom scene had me going crazy! I love Callum's family. I did enjoy this one.

Older Hotter Grumpier by Evie Rose

4.0

Ella thinks her boss Rafe has left for his annual Wednesday appointment. Since Rafe isn’t there she thinks it’s a good idea to read her book. What she doesn’t know is Rafe hasn’t left. He calls her name from behind her. Busted. 

I love Rafe’s nickname for Ella. The second Ella said she was going to read her book at work I knew it would be a disaster. When Rafe popped up behind Ella my jaw dropped. The office scene wasn’t what I expected at all. I love the fact that Rafe knows Ella’s size. The jewelry is priceless. What a perfect ending. 

Bonus Game by Susan Renee

4.0

This is the last book in the Chicago Red Tails series. They can all be read as standalones.

Zeke knows his parents aren't getting any younger and needs to start looking for a nanny. He doesn't have much luck until Kinsley recommends her friend Ada for the job. When Zeke sees Ada he can't stop staring. He keeps saying he's going to keep his hand off the nanny but will he? 

Zeke is such a sweetheart. Zeke stepping up and taking care of his daughter proves he's an amazing father. The interview process was hysterical. The fact that Zeke had to ask Ada those questions was great. I love how Ada jumped into action with Elsie even before she was hired. Finally Zeke can feel comfortable enough to sleep without worrying. It's so cute how Zeke gets tongue tied around Ada. What a cute story. This is the perfect way to end the Chicago Red Tails series.

Just For Tonight by Cadence Keys

5.0

Jenna is drinking at the bar hoping to get enough courage to have a one night stand. The man she makes eyes with across the bar is game. After the best night of her life, she ends up seeing him at a restaurant while being introduced to her as her new step brother. How do you handle that?

The fact that Connor calls her "Darlin'" and "Sugar" makes me melt. I feel awful that Jenna felt the need to have a one night stand. The bathroom scene was wild. I do like how open and honest Jenna is right away. Connor's praise is intoxicating. It's awful how bad Jenna's ex messed her up. Jenna's mother is vile. I really enjoyed this book.

Ice Hot by Tracy Goodwin

4.0

Christian is in a bad mood after practice and literally walks into a beautiful woman at the gas station. After trying to help her with her gas and clothes, she leaves without giving him her name. They can't stop thinking about each other. A few days later they see each other at a bar. How perfect is that?

Christian trying to bring the team together might be for their benifit but it's cute to me. The gas station scene was absolutely epic! Serena was so sassy at the bar and I couldn't get enough. Christian adopting a shelter dog made Serena swoon. Serena's phone call with Becca is great. I love their friends and Puck. The ending was nice. 

Bound by Gold by Eva Marks

5.0

20 years ago Malachi lost his father. He's been trying to get revenge ever since. It just so happens that Cadence starts looking up things about the man who Malachi wants revenge on. What happens when you think the girl on your computer screen isn't who you thought she was? 

I actually like the nickname "little spy". Cadence didn't deserve what happened to her. Malachi is such a hurt man and just needs love. I love how Malachi first sees Cadence. I was shocked at some of the payments. The lengths that Malachi goes to hide is insane. I feel awful for Cadence but I understand what it's like to want to save someone you love so deeply. The ending was perfect for them.

Eva Marks writes such amazing characters. I will always recommend her books to everyone. 

Steal My Kiss by Ariana St. Claire

2.0

Anthony was at a hotel bar and planned to drink his sorrows away until a blonde named Lena caught his attention. After their night together he couldn't stop thinking about her. Then his friend Kellan said his daughter Emmie that he didn't know he had was pregnant. Kellan's daughter happened to be his Lena. 

I adore the fact that Anthony calls Lena his "Little Vixen" and that Lena calls their baby their little "gummy bear". I liked their banter and the way she talked back to him. I think if this was longer it would've been better. There was so much left out. Then it suddenly just ends without an actual conclusion. I wasn't happy with the this at all. 

Something Good by Melody Claire

4.0

Sammy hasn't been dealt a fair hand in life. He found a ray of sunshine in Will. When Will moves away Sammy feels lost. When your whole reason for existing leaves you it makes you look at life differently. What happens when you find yourself reunited with your first love? You get angry of course. 

I love the fact that Sammy calls Will his "Golden Boy". Sammy doesn't deserve all that's happened to him. I want to hug him and tell him he's loved. Will is such a sweet man. It broke my heart when Will left. The whole letter thing made me feel for both of them. The fact that they met up again at their spot was perfect. Their summer together was beautiful. I adore Jimmy and I hate Charlotte with a burning passion. The ending was great. There is a part one and a part two. You have been warned. This is spicy!