Chasing The Sun is out today! Thank you to the author for the ARC.
This is the first book in a charming new small town romance series by Lena Hendrix – you can totally read this as a standalone from her other series.
This is a single dad, neighbors, rivals to lovers stories about two people who both want the property next door to our MMC. Callum is looking to expand his inn and add a farm to table restaurant, while Elodie is looking to transform the farm to a tourist destination. Lots of banter and bickering ensue which leads to a lot of chemistry and sexual tension!
I had a lot of fun reading this one! I loved the new town and its legends, and look forward to learning more about them as the series progresses.
I always love my time spent in one of Catherine Cowles’ worlds and it’s even better when it’s a single dad, neighbors, grumpy/sunshine romance!
I really enjoyed the journey Ellie went on, learning to stand on her own and I love how she bonded with Trace’s daughter Keely. Trace was also great, trying to do what’s best for his daughter and his family.
It was great to spend time with the Colson’s and their group chat, and of course the star of the series, Lolli!
And if you’re wondering, I yet again did not guess who the bad guy(s) was/is, which I love!
Wildflowers is out today! Thank you to @theauthor.agency for the ARC.
This was such a fun read! I just love apocalyptic romance and this one was great.
Astrid and Dean are opposites who find themselves thrown together when the world ends (and he kidnaps her to keep her safe) and have to figure out how to survive this new world. They had lots of banter and sparks between them.
It was lighthearted and fun, despite a global pandemic, some kidnapping, and a fair amount of violence. I read it one sitting, I just found it so entertaining and didn’t want to put it down!
Happy Thursday! Hugo is out today, I received an ARC.
I really enjoyed this! I’m loving all the small town meets The Princess Bride vibes this series is giving us.
This is Hugo’s (our Inigo) story, a former Olympic fencer, and Mallory, a true crime podcaster in town to uncover who killed his father. I really loved both characters! Huge was such a good guy, so kind even when he was trying to get Mallory to leave him alone.Mallory was so strong and determined which I always love in a FMC.
We also get forced proximity, pregnant-but-it’s-not-his, and a super sweet romance. Overally I just really enjoyed my time in Olive Township!
Can’t Get Enough is out today! Thank you to the publisher for the review copy.
What an amazing read! Kennedy Ryan truly is one of the greatest storytellers of our time.
This is Hendrix’s story, who we’ve met as the super supportive, fabulous, kickass bestie to the FMCs of the other books in the series, though this can be read as a standalone. She meets her match in Maverick, the very recent ex-boyfriend of her producing partner. She doesn’t want to risk things professionally, so she tries hard to resist Mav’s charms, but that man was determined to win her over and those forbidden vibes were a delight to read.
Aside from a steamy romance, it’s also a story of caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s which added a lot of emotional depth to the plot. Hendrix’s family, both blood related and found, and the various ways they showed up for her brought me to tears.
And of course, it wouldn’t be a Kennedy Ryan book without important social commentary, so please be sure to read her author’s note at the end to read about the real life inspiration for one of the plot points.
Overall, I just really thought this was a beautifully written, engaging romance.
I’m a big fan of Ashley Herring Blake’s writing so I was so excited when @berkleyromance sent this one my way! Thank you for the free book! #BerkleyPartner #Berkley #BerkleyBookstagram
This is one is perfect for anyone looking for:
-Spicy, small town, sapphic romance
-they’re both bisexual
-Celebrity x normal person
-Opposites attract
-sorta second chance
I will be honest, I’m not a big fan of celebrity romance in general so I can’t say this is my favorite by the author, but I think that’s just a me thing. I did think it was well written, I enjoyed that it was very spicy, and I always love a small town romance!
Serial Killer Games is out today! Thank you to the publisher for sending this unique book my way. I love dark humor and a book where the MMC falls first!
What would you do if you thought your coworker was getting away with murder—literally?
Dolores dela Cruz has been dying to spot one in the wild, and he fits the mold perfectly: strangler gloves, calculated charm, dashing good looks that give a leg up in any field . . . including fields of unmarked graves.
The new office temp is definitely a serial killer.
Jake Ripper finds a welcome distraction in his combative and enigmatic new coworker. He hasn’t come across anyone as interesting as Dolores in a long time. But when mere curiosity evolves into a darkly romantic flirtation, Jake can’t help but wonder if, finally, he’s found someone who really sees him, skeletons in the closet and all.
Until Dolores asks Jake’s help to dispose of a body . . .
A morbidly funny and emotionally resonant novel about the ways life—and love—can sneak up on us (no matter how much pepper spray we carry).
Happy Thursday! Sawyer is out today, thank you to the author for the ARC.
I loved this sweet (but spicccyyyyy) romance between Sawyer, our middle Rivers brother/single dad, and Ava, a single mother who is new in town to start a new job as a barrel racing coach. These two first meet in the city and have a fiery one night stand, only for Ava to show up in the same small town where Sawyer is from.
I just really loved their dynamic, from the body-slamming-at-the-bar meet cute to the eventual blending of their families. I loved how Ava helped Sawyer relax a little. It was fairly low angst, not a lot of drama between them, and that made it really quick and easy reading for me.
They’re both single parents and I loved the cute moments with their girls. I also loved the previous FMCs showing up to support Ava and welcome her into the Rivers clan. It made me laugh, swoon, and sweat at different times.
This was such a fun listen! Thank you to @PRHAudio for the ALC #PRHAudioPartner .
I love a destination romance, and add in action & adventure and I was hooked. It’s a second chance romance, but wasn’t really angsty or emotional which kept the story pretty light and fun.
If you’re looking for a fast paced, exciting romance without a lot of angst, I definitely recommend checking it out. It would be a perfect beach or airplane read when you just want something fun
Flirting Lessons is out now! Thank you to @berkleyromance for the free book! #BerkleyPartner
I’m about 50% into this one and really enjoying it!
It’s got lessons between straight-laced, dependable Avery, who wants to learn to approach women after only being with men, and Taylor, who is a bit less together in life, but has a lot more experience with women – and a bad reputation for loving and leaving them.
I’m really enjoying their opposites attract dynamic and watching Avery come into her own. They have a series of “lessons,” from salsa dancing to queer trivia nights and it’s been a lot of fun to listen to!
Blurb:
Newly single and about to leave her twenties behind, Avery Jensen is tired. Tired of being so buttoned up and well-behaved, and especially tired of dating men. She is desperate for change and determined to break out of her shell—which includes exploring her bisexuality and learning how to shamelessly flirt. One small problem: she doesn’t know where to start. With little dating experience, especially with women, confidence doesn’t seem within reach.
Enter Taylor Cameron, Napa Valley’s biggest flirt and champion heartbreaker who just swore off sex for two months after making a bet with her best friend. As impossible as it seems, Taylor agrees—but not without finding some loopholes. So, when Taylor meets Avery, it only makes sense to offer her flirting lessons. It’s a win-win—Avery will get the confidence she needs while Taylor will be too preoccupied to think of all the sex she isn’t having.
While their lessons may start off a little rocky, Taylor is patient and encouraging, and it isn’t long before Avery starts to look forward to their weekly meetings. Soon Avery’s life starts to look the way she’s always wanted. There is just one small issue…she now has feelings for Taylor. Little does she know the feelings are mutual. Soon their attraction is impossible to ignore, and their once innocent lessons risk becoming messy when Taylor realizes that the only person she wants Avery flirting with is her.
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