ryleybanks's reviews
117 reviews

Midnight Dance by Alexa Padgett

5.0

Tawny and Colt's story had me turning the pages in this sexy romantic suspense. I loved that Tawny was in a tech field too!

Vespertine by Indra Vaughn, Leta Blake

5.0

I love pairings that you think will be hard to pull off, but the authors did a wonderful job with this priest/rock star second-chance romance. Loved the dynamic between the two men, especially since a lot of the story takes place in their childhood hometown. Gotta love it when they end up in a place where they have history!

Slow Heat by Leta Blake

5.0

Great worldbuilding in this original omegaverse story. The character dynamics, how Vale and Jason get together, the age difference...it's all well crafted.

The Scottish Boy by Alex de Campi

5.0

It's not often I come across a good MM historical--I do have a few favorite authors who write it, but it's nice to stumble on another one. And this one delivered. The tension and conflict within, even just from the 1300s setting alone, combined with the growing relationship between Harry and Iain to keep me turning the page. I've read this multiple times and I keep coming back to it. It's one of those books that stick with you.

The Soldier's Scoundrel by Cat Sebastian

5.0

I adore Cat Sebastian's books--they make me smile every time I pick one up. This was the first I've read, and I loved the opposites attract/odd couple dynamic between polished Oliver and scoundrel Jack. Might be time for a re-read.

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

5.0

This lighthearted MM romance was a fast read. I loved the concept of the alternate timeline and the little details that made the story more realistic. Alex and Henry were easy to root for.

Xmas Angel: A Student Teacher Romance by Jordyn Kross

5.0

This book follows a side character from the first in the series, and it's a very sweet but sexy age-gap romance. You really feel for the characters and cheer when they get their HEA.

The Escort's Tale by M.J. Edwards

5.0

This book is one of those that you read and it stays with you long after you close it. Besides the fact that it's scorchingly hot, the level of emotion, communication, and connection between all 3 characters was off the charts and totally unexpected. I'm still dumbstruck at how amazingly this book worked. Might be time for a re-read.

Falling Hard by Ryley Banks, Deni Dawson, Jordyn Kross, Jordyn Kross

5.0

The stories in this fun fall-themed anthology are as varied as the wonderful authors. Historical romance, gay romance, sci-fi and alien romance, second-chance romance, fantasy romance...it has something for everyone.

Dick Fight Island, Vol. 1 by Reibun Ike

5.0

I had no idea what to expect, and I enjoyed this immensely! Excellent storytelling, world building, and a surprising amount of feels and connection. The characters were easy to get to know, and I'm looking forward to the next volume.