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Kill Switch by Penelope Douglas

medium-paced

4.0

Flurry by Alison Rhymes

adventurous emotional funny informative inspiring sad medium-paced

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

5.0

This book had everything that I had wanted and more. It had new and old characters. I loved all of the characters, especially Damian. He was the glue that held the lovely group together. That ending was heartfelt and amazing to read. 

All opinions are my own 

Hideaway by Penelope Douglas

dark mysterious medium-paced

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

4.0

I listened to the audio instead of reading the book, and I enjoyed it more.

Catching Lightning by Greer Rivers, Kayleigh King

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted sad tense fast-paced

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

5.0

Phenomenal

I finished this a few nights ago. It was amazingly awesome. This was my first college romance, and it was perfectly well done, in my opinion. The tension between Blake and Hudson, in the beginning, was pure gold, with the way he treats her throughout the rest of the book talk about swoon-worthy. My favorite character was Blake’s best friend, Frankie; she is terrific with her quick one-liners. I can’t wait to see what this duo comes out with next. If I could give this book more than five stars, I would sprinkle them like glitter confetti.

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Sold to the Fae by Kyra Alessy

adventurous dark mysterious tense fast-paced

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

4.5

This was amazing to read. I loved being back in the fae realm. This is a new series. It is eye-catching and keeps you engaged and wanting to read more. I can't wait until the next book. With that, the cliffhanger keeps you wanting and waiting for the next book. 

All opinions are my own 

Till Next Time by Cora Brent

emotional sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

It was good. It's not what I usually read. But it was good. Will I read it again no.

The Woman I Befriended by Sara Kate

adventurous emotional informative mysterious sad tense fast-paced

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

5.0

 This is a new to me author and Sara Kate did not show up empty-handed. I usually don’t tend to read mystery books and if I have it has been a hot minute. This masterpiece had me on the edge of my seat the whole time guessing who did it. Just when I thought t I had it figured out I was met with another curve in the road. When I first started reading I had a theory list and about 60ish percent of the way through all my theories crumbled to pieces. I am so excited that this book is getting a sequel. I will be waiting with my bulletin board. 

All opinions are my own 

Cross Checked: A Friends to Lovers Hockey Romance by Madi Danielle

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

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

5.0

This novella was everything I needed from this universe until The Power Play makes its grand appearance. It was sweet & spicy with just enough plot to grab your attention. So you will become attached to Spencer & Jared to hopefully see them pop in future books. The love between Spencer & Jared was wonderful to see develop.

All opinions are my own 

 

Bad for Me: An Anthology of Dark and Forbidden Romance by MT Addams, Poppy Jacobson

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

5.0

 

📗 Bully Sunshine by Greer Rivers

This short story by Author Greer Rivers is phenomenal! Describing the places and people she is talking about is like a movie playing in your head. I have read both tropes separately but never together, and in my opinion, she has done a fantabulous job. You can feel the forbidden pull between the main characters. I can't wait to see what Greer has in store for Everly & Wood. I will be partially stalking all of her socials for any and all of her upcoming works in the future. All opinions are my own.

 

The Consequence by L. Knight

emotional sad medium-paced

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

4.0

This was a good book. It felt rushed at times and it seemed like some of the underlining issues were brushed to the side. But that doesn't mean I'll not read the rest of the book. I can't wait to start the next on.