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A Cursed Throne by D.M. Simmons

adventurous dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

4.0

This is the begin of Nev’s story. She is the daughter of Dante & Diablo. When she finds herself abandon by her 3 best friends Declan, Luca, and Kai. She is pissed and don’t understand why. Then 3 years later she reunite with them only to discover they have grown into remarkable men and they aren’t the same boys that left her long ago. Their journey will have twists and turns, some you will see coming and others will be unexpected. But nothing will prepare you for the cliffhanger at the end.

Queen of Vengeance by Poppy Jacobson

challenging dark emotional informative 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? Yes

5.0

This is one of the best story so far. Morgan was hurt back in high school. Now she’s back for a little revenge. She will get her revenge on each one of them in the most deadly way. But she didn’t count on reconnect with Luke and Graham or fall in love with them. But when they found out what she doing will they help her or turn her away for good? This is an incredible second chance romance. 

The Last Key by Bethany Monaco Smith

challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

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

5.0

In the 4th book of the series. And we get Devon and Kennedy story. They have been best of friends since they were kids. Even though they are both in love with each other neither wants to cross the lines and destroy their relationship. Devon come back to takes over his family’s business and take care of his parents. Kennedy leaves to follow her dreams but now she needs a break and comes home for their high school reunion. Devon and her fight their feelings until they give in. If you are like me been waiting for their story than you won’t be disappointed. 

Faking Perfection by Shayna Astor

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? It's complicated

4.0

Faking Perfection is the third in this series. Leslie is like every stay at home mom. This will not only tell her story on how she become who she is today, but also everything her and her husband has been through. You will see all their ups and downs. And why Trent holds a resentment to something in the past. This is an good quick read. 

Death Unbound by Richard Amos

adventurous 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

4.5

Death & Marcel will carry us on another rollercoaster. They will reveal some secrets and have to fight to stay together as they have many things standing in their way. But through all the twists and turns that will leave you on the edge of seat you will pull for them. I can’t wait for the next book in this series. 

Splice by E.R. Hendricks

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious tense 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

Splice is the VP of the ruthless heathen. Well doing his job, the guys decides a group of woman being trafficking. He feels an instant connection with Maisie/Bluey. She is protect over the woman. But they will go through a lot as their feelings develops. And then we get a incredible cliffhanger. This is an great start to this series. 

Free Form: The Extended Edition by Xavier Neal

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing 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? No

4.0

Tucker and June is completely opposite from each other. He loves to created art. But what he needs is someone to shows him his true worth. June also an art lover but she always put everyone first. Now her boss wants her to “babysit” Tucker or risk losing her job. But neither expect to find love durning their time together. But they will have their ups and downs even though they complete each other

Frost by Sundae Leighton

challenging emotional sad 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

Maverick didn’t have the easy life at home and his outlet was his band and his friendship with Jackson. But things change for Maverick and Jackson when they crossed the line. They had an amazing summer until Mav was forced to turn away from Jackson leave both heartbroken. Now years later they see each other but the questions are will they be able to their past in the past and move on or will they finally admit to what is in their heart. 

Her Escort by Kelly Gendron

adventurous dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

5.0

Lix is the youngest Daxon brother. He work with them at their contractor business and at night at their escort service. Theirs business also allow them to help women out of unbelievable situations. Chosen is an journalist who looking for what happen to her uncle. She believes Lix has the answers but when she meets him, she wasn’t expect an instant connection. Lix knows who she is but that doesn’t stop him from wanting her. And once they learn what really happen to her uncle, she feels free to move on. But the question is will they have a chance to find their happiness together in the end? 

The Golden Alpha by Emily North

adventurous challenging emotional tense 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

4.0

This omega story is set in an dystopian world. Cam and Wyatt aren’t supposed to be together. But Wyatt will do anything for his mate including show her that their love can survive anything. And despite the orders rules they will find a place together. This is an amazing start to this series.