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emotional
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
Chloe Liese’s writing is so heartwarming; reading her books feels like being hugged while wrapped in a warm blanket by the fire. This final installment in the Bergman Brother’s series is no different. I loved seeing the evolution of Viggo and Tallulah (separately and together). They both offered up such beautiful displays of vulnerability while opening up to each other. They supported each other’s growth without making the other feel small or big lovable how they already were. Viggo and Talluluh were such sweet sensitive souls who were destined to love each other. Honorable mention to the big wonderful Bergman family and all their significant others. I just loved seeing all the couples back together again. I wish we had a few more scenes with the siblings. All good things must come to end and let me tell you this series is definitely a good thing. Everyone needs to pick up this series you will not regret it!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
Moderate: Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Medical content
Minor: Drug abuse, Fatphobia, Pregnancy, Abandonment
emotional
medium-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
While this book did not top The Brightest Light of Sunshine for me it was still a stellar sophomore release! I really enjoy Lisina’s writing style. You really feel like you are embedded in the character particularly with their internal monologues. She easily invokes emotion as you read along. Maddie and James’s romance was a slow burning evolution from professional to a deep meaningful relationship. I feel like both characters were extremely supportive of each other and helped the other grow without making them that they needed to change who they were. This book is so immersive you will easily forget about the length. Honorable mention to getting to see snippets of Cal and Grace’s life together. I recommend this for fans of emotional slow burn style books (and for the age gap girlies!).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Abandonment
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal death, Sexual assault, Classism
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:
Yes
What a page turner! This book starts off with a bang (literally) and will have you unable to put it down equally because of the romance and the suspenseful plot. I just loved Davis and Dakota, they bring what the other needs out of the relationship. Davis is the perfect grumpy sweet thoughtful and extremely protective cowboy. Dakota is so strong and resilient. I loved how honest and vulnerable they were with each other. I appreciate that Davis is a man who does not want to waste his second chance at love and happiness. I feel also like the tougher topics were managed well and their impacts on the characters realistic. This is perfect for anyone looking for romantic suspense x cowboy vibes. Definitely recommend!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Kidnapping, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Gun violence
Minor: Cancer, Panic attacks/disorders, Abandonment
emotional
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Another hit for Laura Pavlov! I enjoyed reading River and Ruby’s story. Sparks were flying from the start with their teasing banter. Like magnets they couldn’t stay apart and their relationship slowly progressed. Despite being two stubborn and independent characters River and Ruby opened up with one another. It was beautiful seeing their dynamic evolve as they started really understanding and seeing each other. I do wish they did a better job of honestly communicating their feelings. Honorable mention to the entire group- I just love the found family they created. I am super excited for the next book, the set up within this one has me chomping at the bit for the forbidden drama come! I recommend this if you’re looking for an enemies to friends with benefits to lovers vibe with a side of small town.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content, Death of parent
Minor: Death, Infidelity, Car accident
funny
lighthearted
medium-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
Looking for a book with the vibes of a fun 2000’s romcom movie? Read this one right here! I liked Max and Sophie they had a fun dynamic. The dual POVs delivered some mutual pining and feelings that they both tried to ignore. They brought out an easiness in each other. The wedding objector plot was the perfect amount of quirky. Lynn really delivers on the kissing (and spicy scenes) and might have you looking for a new make out partner. I recommend this book if you want a lighthearted and fun romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Violence
Minor: Vomit
emotional
funny
medium-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
Wow this book starts off with a bang (literally). Maren really delivered with this one, I liked it even more than Homerun Proposal. This book is offers up a perfect mix of sweet and spicy. Reese is just the sweetest and most supportive MMC. He has is down bad for our girl Vivienne. Reese just wants to take care of her and love on her. Vivienne is a tough nut to crack, she has those walls up steady but Reese really earns his place in her heart. The chemistry between these two is hot. The banter when they are “enemies” that quickly evolves into a friendship as roommates and then more. I didn’t want this book to end, I just enjoyed it that much. Sign me up for the rest of this series!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent
Minor: Vomit
I was really excited to read this book but unfortunately it fell flat for me. I didn’t dislike the writing but I just found myself not engaged in the story. I felt like the plot pacing was really slow. I just could not get myself to read the last 100 pages or so. I did like Xavier and Violet but they were not communicating with each other. Most of the book is their own thoughts which was frustrating as well.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity
emotional
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
Wow wow wow Alexandria really hit it out of the park with this one! This book is definitely her best work yet. I mean the banter in this one is too notch. Like you will be laughing and smiling along as you read because their energy is infectious, it leaps off the page. Speaking of their energy, this book is hot af. The spice really delivers because Truly and Colin are so supportive and deeply care for one another. My man Colin?! A sap, so kind but teasing, so patient but assertive. Kenergy all around. Truly is such a brave soul trying to be vulnerable despite her fears. I just adore these two individually and for each other. Honorable mention to Lulu (give our girl a book!) and the podcasting scenes. Everyone absolutely needs to read this book asap, you are missing out if you don’t!
*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Content Warnings
Moderate: Biphobia, Infidelity, Toxic relationship
Minor: Blood
emotional
medium-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
Wow not only will this book have you enthralled in this love story but it will also have you craving the delicious foo it features! I really enjoyed this book. Honestly, it will make your heart ache (in a good way!). The feelings are big in this one- grief, fear, insecurity, love. Sage and Fisher really build each other back up and are so supportive. They each are on their one journeys of self growth but find a way to grow together. How they express themselves is quite beautiful. I think the spicy scenes are a degree hotter just because of Sage and Fisher’s deep emotional connection. Tarah please make this into a series, I desperately need a second chance romance between Ellis and Wren! I recommend this for fans of emotional small town romances.
*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Death, Medical content, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Bullying, Pregnancy
lighthearted
medium-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
What a cute short story about Huck and Cass! Huck is the sweetest baker with a slight edge. I honestly wish this story was a little bit longer so that the story could’ve played out a little more and have a more resolved ending.
Content Warnings
Minor: Violence