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The Best Number by Kenzie Quivers

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? N/A

4.0

A few weeks ago, I discovered a new author, Kenzie Quivers. After reading a few snippets of her forthcoming novel on her Instagram account, I was immediately intrigued and eager to find out more about her book. So, when she put out a call for ARC readers, I didn’t hesitate and signed up. And so, I had the chance to discover her story, with the promise of writing an honest review after reading it, which is now done. 

 

Cassidy is a writer who has just moved into a new flat after leaving her husband. One night she goes to a bar with her friend Mel, who has also just been through a break-up. She meets Tom, the tattooed bar owner, who saves her from a wardrobe malfunction. Shortly afterwards, in the building where she now lives, she meets her new neighbour, Jack, in good company in the corridor leading to their flats. To her surprise, that company is none other than Tom, the bar owner. Could it be a pleasant twist of fate that will help her in her research for the new novel she is writing? 

 

The Best Number is a very good debut novel. As a lover of ménage and why-choose romances, I had a great time reading it and discovering the story of Cassidy, Jack and Tom. These three characters are very endearing. We discover them through their shared history and the scars of their respective pasts. In addition, the level of spice in this novel is ‘very hot’ and we soon realise that the arrangement that the three protagonists have together is going to be a great source of inspiration for Cassidy as she writes her next book 🥵 

 

If I had to make a few criticisms, it would be that the story sometimes seems a bit rushed, and you can get the impression that you’re missing bits of information. Although I am sometimes guilty of complaining that the story drags on, I wouldn’t have minded having a few dozen extra pages to learn more about each of the characters. 

 

Nevertheless, I’ll say it again: this book is a very good debut novel, and I will definitely read the second story in The Thirst Trap series, which will follow Cassidy’s friend Mel. 

 

In the meantime, from 6th June, I highly recommend you discover The Best Number where the Eiffel Tower you will read about is not a Parisian monument 

A Soul of Ash and Blood by Jennifer L. Armentrout

adventurous dark emotional 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

I’m slowly catching up with the Blood and Ash series.

Having read some spoiler-free reviews of this book—which were quite negative—I didn’t really know what to expect when I started reading it, apart from the fact that it was a retelling of From Blood and Ash from Casteel’s point of view.

Personally, I enjoyed this book. Although I found the first part to be a bit slow—because when you already know the story you want to get to the more ‘interesting’ parts quickly—I read the second half of the book in one sitting.

I found it interesting to experience the story through Cas’s eyes, but I especially found it interesting to see Poppy through his eyes. Even though there was a lot of lust on his part for her, there was mostly a lot of tenderness and admiration for Poppy in his mind, and that made me like their relationship even more.

When I read the reviews of the book, I saw that it was often criticised for the following things:
—Cas thinks more with his second brain than his first.
—The relationship between Cas, Poppy and Kieran is unpopular.
—The book feels more like a money grab rather than an essential part of the rest of the series.

While I agree that this book wasn’t necessarily essential to the rest of the series, I have a different opinion about the other two criticisms often made.

Regarding Cas, it didn’t necessarily shock me, because from the beginning he has been lusting after Poppy a lot and regarding the relationship between Poppy, Kieran and him, it doesn’t bother me in the least,

but maybe that’s because I’m used to reading ménage and why-choose romances.

All in all, I enjoyed this book and will soon be reading Visions of Flesh and Blood while I wait for the sixth book in the series.

Dirty Like Seth by Jaine Diamond

emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

Another book I have very mixed feelings about. 

 

Elle was never one of my favourite characters when I read the previous books in the Dirty series, so I wasn’t sure I was going to enjoy this story at all, but the fact that this book is about Seth is the real reason for my mixed feelings. 

 

On the one hand, the story—while not exceptional—was OK. However, I find it hard to give Seth a second chance, even though Jaine Diamond really tries to make excuses for him in every possible way. Personally, I can’t get over the fact that

he was an adult who slept with an underage girl and gave her drugs,

even if we are led to believe that it was for ‘noble reasons’. 

 

I couldn’t remember why I stopped reading this series, but now I do. It remains to be seen whether I’ll give the rest of the band a chance, but at the moment nothing is less certain. 

Nine Month Contract by Amy Daws

emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

In other circumstances I would probably have given this book a higher rating, because I enjoyed the story in itself. 

 

However, after reading: ‘And that stupid bed Wyatt bought me gives me the best sleep of my life. I swear it was crafted out of the foreskin of newborn babies it’s so comfortable. Not that foreskin is comfortable.’ I couldn’t read this book any more without cringing. I did read it to the end, though, as I find it very difficult to DNF books I read, but this part was just too much for me. 

The Wiener Across the Way by Amy Award

emotional hopeful lighthearted 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

4.5

Second book in The Cocky Kingmans series, this book follows Declan, the second born of the Kingman siblings, and Kelsie Best, an international singing star. 

 

Although I had already really enjoyed The C*ck Down The Block, I preferred this second book in the series. Why was that? I don’t know, I think I got more attached to the not-so-meanest NFL player and the sparkling pop star whose flame is still flickering. I also really liked Declan’s protective side towards Kelsie. 

 

As in the first book, the characters are endearing and it was a pleasure to see the Kingman family and Trixie again, as well as to discover Kelsie and Wiener the Pooh. 

 

I can’t wait to read The P*ssy Next Door, which will follow Hayes, my favourite Kingman brother so far. 

The War of Two Queens by Jennifer L. Armentrout

adventurous dark emotional 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

4.5

When I started reading again in 2021, one of the series I devoured was the Blood and Ash series. A series that quickly became a favourite of mine. 

 

Just before The War of Two Queens came out, I fell into a major reading slump and hadn’t read this fourth book in the series. 

 

Now—after rereading the first three books—I’ve finally found out what happens next in Poppy’s story. If I’m disappointed, it’s only because I didn’t read this book earlier. Even though it felt like the story dragged on at times, this book confirmed that the Blood and Ash series is one of my favourites. I still love Poppy and Casteel, and I like Kieran more and more. 

 

I can’t wait to read A Soul of Ash and Blood! 

Alien Mannequin by Sylvia Morrow

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

Sylvia Morrow has been spoiling us lately with the release of previously unpublished books, and the second edition of another of her works. 

 

In Alien Mannequin, we rediscover the genius of Sylvia Morrow’s creative madness. To be honest, I don’t know how she manages to come up with such stories, but if she keeps it up, I’ll always be there to read them without hesitation. 

 

Olymer is touching in the way he is and behaves towards Molly, who—for her part—sees her fantasy come true thanks to this alien who can manipulate plastic. 

 

I won’t lie though, from now on I will always feel my cervix retract at the mention of Easter eggs 😂 

 

I recommend this book to those who like unusual stories. 

Boss Daddies by Lisa Cullen

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

 It's been a while since I've read a why-chose romance, and as the accidental pregnancy trope doesn't bother me in the slightest, I thought: why not? 

 

While the story itself is pleasant and the spicy scenes are excellent, I felt that it lacked a little je ne sais quoi, perhaps some sort of link to make the mayonnaise stick. 

 

Other than that, I really enjoyed the story. The characters are endearing and the emotions they feel affect us too. 

 

If this book intrigues you, don't hesitate to give it a try 😊 

Saved: Finding His Sdaha Book 1 by Sylvia Morrow

emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Since I read Stuffed, Sylvia Morrow has been an author I’ve been following and whose books I’ve been enjoying. I recently read and loved Love Triangle, so when I saw she had a new book out, I had to read it. 

 

Saved: Finding His Sdaha combines Sylvia Morrow’s usual style with a more serious dimension. This emphasises the undoubtedly more personal aspect of the book. 

 

It was so heartbreaking to see the abuse Meg suffered. You just want to go into the book to rescue her from her marriage, hug her and tell her that everything is going to be alright now. Luckily, Kwin is there to do just that—and more. At the end, we can’t help but love Kwin and Meg together. 

 

Now I can’t wait to discover Zef’s story. 

 

By the way, my tiny French heart did a little happy dance when it saw the word ‘bonjour’ in the book. It doesn’t take much sometimes 😂 

Blood Moon by Jillian Graves

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Blood Moon is a novella that delivers spicy scenes at the supernatural speed of a vampire. 

 

We follow Hazel, a plus-size witch who owns a bar—where she can practise her affinity for potions—and Vlad, a vampire who has recently returned to Los Angeles. Although they seem destined to become very close, a street separates them. 

 

I really liked the relationship between Hazel and Vlad, the insta-lust between them was delicious. I enjoyed Vlad’s mentality regarding the issues between him and Hazel. My only complaint is that I would have liked the story to be a bit longer 🥺 

 

I recommend this book without hesitation.