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The Challenger (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Ashley Sugar

The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2)The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I didn’t realize this book was a series and I can’t wait to read the others because I LOVED this read so much. The chemistry between Flynn and Chavez is amazing and I loved reading it!! Phenomenal character development, hands down. I enjoyed the romance and just the entire damn book. This book was a good way to keep my mind off of things lately and I deeply appreciate the author for writing something that grabs my attention. I love how books just captivate you. I will definitely be reading the other books to this series! ASAP.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Ashley Sugar

Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a wonderful read! Dean and Rae have tons of things to work through but reading their journey was great even through the hard times. I love a good slow burn/ enemies to romance book! It’s two of my favorite tropes and this book definitely didn’t disappoint. Great characters and a well written story! I wish I could read it again for the first time!

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Ashley Sugar

Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Libby Kay is easily becoming one of my favorite authors. Her stories and the characters she writes are always amazing. The first book to this series was great because I simply adored Max & Ginny. so I knew this one would be too. NOW I LOVE EVAN & CECE! So so much. But Cece’s past is coming to haunt her…can her and Evan make it? If you want a great soft romance, this is for you. This is a book I easily see myself doing a re read of. I also hope Libby writes more for this series!

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Ashley Sugar

Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great first chapter! It was hilarious and I instantly fell in love and was excited for the rest of the book! Amazing job Sylvia for grabbing my attention! If you want a story about 2 business owners, that have their stores right next to each other…who constantly butt heads and play pranks on each other? Who can’t seem to stop the physical attraction for one another even though they can’t stand each other? This is for you. I love a good hate to love romance! The characters were great and watching the 2 main characters realize they’re wrong about each other..was the best. What a great HEA! I’ll definitely be reading the next book in the series!

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Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard – Review by Ashley Sugar

Chatroom With A ViewChatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what a book. I don’t know what I was expecting but it wasn’t that lol. Had my interest from the very start though. Book has a ton of triggers, so definitely check those out. It’s about abuse, murder, mental illness. An absolute thriller and I really enjoyed it. Reading about the abuse he had done to him, as well as his mother…by the hands of his own father absolutely shatters my heart though. I can feel that from my own personal experiences. Characters were great and I personally thought the book was well written. It’s a dark read but it didn’t bother me so I really enjoyed it!

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Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Ashley Sugar

Hot For Me (Balefire, #4)Hot For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really liked this book! Didn’t realize it was part of a series so I’ll have to go back and read the others. But are considered standalone so technically not necessary. The chemistry between Adam and Cristy is the best! They’ve had to go through some things but who doesn’t? If you love a good rockstar/pop star romance, read this! You won’t be disappointed. Really well written and I’m glad I read this. I went in blind. Highly suggest checking it out.

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True Colors (Landry’s True Colors Series Book One) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Ashley Sugar

True Colors (Landry's True Colors #1)True Colors by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Glad those days are gone and makes me wonder how it’s been so long ago. Really good young adult book and coming of age read. And the friendships and the way young girls act to one another…it’s so spot on but also extremely sad. Seeing the way Landry was treated by her so called “friends” all the time actually made me sad and super angry for her. If Landry did something, there was always someone out there jealous of her or someone out there making up lies about her. The young girl bullies is something I can relate too as well. It happens a lot and I feel for Landry. Every time something went well for her, ericka was always there to talk down on her and bashing her behind her back. Making Landry feel like she doesn’t deserve what she’s achieving. Landry made it through a modeling competition but because ericka didn’t make it through, she had to start downplaying Landrys looks. Landry made it second place is this writing competition as well but because it wasn’t first place, ericka had something to say about that too. Friends don’t do that. So even though I really enjoyed this book, it also made me angry. I always say it’s a good book if you can bring out all kinds of emotions! I want to feel it all! So even though it made me mad, I loved it lol.

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The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Ashley Sugar

The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-DeanneThe White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Super short read and I went in blind, had no idea what the book was about. It’s set in the late 1800’s and western, so that’s different but the book was decent. Not a typical book I read but it had my attention. Had spice and it made me laugh quite a few times 🤣 A maid is being framed for something she didn’t do and this cowboy tries and helps her out and ends up falling for her. If you want a quick read, about a grumpy Cowboy and a woman in jeopardy, read this.

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Ashley Sugar

The Golden Garza (Red Cage, #4)The Golden Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No spoilers but I love this book so much! I simply couldn’t put it down and I loved every single page! The characters, the drama, the story, the connection, the emotions, the action, the steam…all fantastic! I haven’t read the other books of this series but after finishing this I KNOW I have to go back and read the others. I need more! I highly recommend this! You won’t be disappointed!

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Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashley Sugar

Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

For being such a short and quick read, I loved this! Author did amazing with this story and my goodness, that cliffhanger? WHAT? I didn’t want this book to end and I NEED more lol. Cole is simply amazing and he’s got such a soft spot for his momma. He’s always there for her, especially when his dad is being a POS…which is 99% of the time. Riley is so used to moving because her and her mom are constantly on the go. Her dad is also a POS. There’s betrayal and tragedy and heartbreak in this..I honestly didn’t expect for the book to go the way it did. Great read though and I can’t wait to read more!

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Ashley Sugar

Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First book by this author and holy hell did I love it! I can’t wait to read the next one! Vaughn is a true alpha male and he loves control! And xena loves it! She’s his sisters best friend! Which is a trope I absolutely love. The spice, steam…HOT. The descriptions and the way the author describes every detail is absolutely amazing. I felt so many feelings while reading this book and that’s what I love. If you can make me feel happy, sad, angry, on edge, turned on…that’s a great book in my opinion. The chemistry between Vaughn and Xena is amazing and I’m so glad I read this book! Huge page Turner for me.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Ashley Sugar

Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you love murder stories, suspense, mystery…this book is for you! Trying to catch a killer, even YEARS later? Count me in! This book kept me on my toes and I loved the entire read. Kept me interested I didn’t realize how fast I made it through this book. The characters, the plot..all great. And I love a book with tons of dialogue and this book delivered that. Super quick read for me because I couldn’t put it down! I’ll be checking out more of this authors work!

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Underboss’s Retaliation (Sicilian Gods Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Ashley Sugar

Underboss's Retaliation (Sicilian Gods Book 2)Underboss’s Retaliation by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m obsessed with romance mafia stories! I knew I was going to love this after reading the blurb and I’m SO glad I read it. Falling for your enemies daughter? YES PLEASE. The suspense, the action as well as romantic? SIGN ME UP. Dominic is the new underboss and he captures Emilia for revenge. Enemies to lovers is my FAVORITE trope so this book is 10 stars for me. The characters are phenomenal, the story is great. I couldn’t put this book down and I never wanted it to end. SO. DAMN. GOOD.

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Married Blind (King of Screen Book 2) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Ashley Sugar

Married Blind (Kings of Screen, #2)Married Blind by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Imagine marrying a complete stranger, a celebrity at that…for a TV show. Abi and Finn go back and forth at first and Finn tries his hardest to keep his distance and not fall for Abi. He strongly believes she’s off limits and it’s hard for him to trust anyone. He’s had a bad experience with a woman and he assumes everyone ends up using him. Things could be so intense between them just as much as it was heart warming. I really do love the connection the main characters have, no matter how hard they try to fight it. Great story all around and I loved EVERY page. I love a good rom com with SPICE 🌶 I encourage every one to read this fantastic book if you love a good romance and a sucker for forced proximity!!

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Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Ashley Sugar

Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2)Everything to Me by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pete and Kendall are everything! Pete said his best friends sister could come stay the week with him while she was in town for her job. Kendall was the annoying little sister that had a crush on her brothers best friend growing up. So when she shows up at his house, he’s blown away with how grown she is now. Will he fall for the girl even if it means he’s “betraying” his best friend? The angst, the spice..I’m OBSESSED. Kendall and Pete make a deal but will they both keep their word? Or fall head over heels in love with each other? The brothers best friend trope is one of my favorites and I couldn’t put this book down. I finished it in a few hours. Great characters and great story! ABSOLUTELY READ THIS! I’m onto the next book in the series because I can’t get enough! 5 stars for me! 😍

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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Ashley Sugar

Throwing the CurveThrowing the Curve by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fantastic book! I knew I was going to love it because I just loved the second book of this series. Peyton is dating a guy named Andy who’s living a double life. She goes to this party with him and finds out he’s married. Andy pretends she’s actually there with his teammate Ryan..when really she came here with him. Peyton has no idea and is absolutely crushed. The guy she’s apparently dating (Ryan) thinks Peyton knew Andy was married and just didn’t care. Ryan instantly judged Peyton and they don’t start off on the right foot. They have to keep pretending they’re dating but is that all it’ll stay as? Fake dating? Will real feelings come into play? Ryan tends to react on things before thinking but he really is amazing. The drama, the intenseness, the romance, THE SPICE? Absolutely amazing. The characters were great, there’s characters that are absolutely AWFUL I’d love to smack them but that’s what makes a great book. You need different kinds of people. This author knows how to captivate you and keep you interested. There’s humor but there’s also some pretty dark topics discussed in this book. I loved the entire thing. I wish I could read it again for the first time. I love a sexy spice read and I loved the hot tub scene 🥵 edging is so 🔥 10 stars for me.

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Sharing His Nanny (Forever Our Girl Book 2) by Tori Chase – Review by Ashley Sugar

Sharing His Nanny (Forever Our Girl, #2)Sharing His Nanny by Tori Chase
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love RH and I’m so glad I read this! First book by this author and I wasn’t disappointed! I’m in love! The characters are great. The step mom sucks. But the men? My gosh! And I love when the female character is described as someone who’s my weight. I know how Stella felt when she was criticized about her weight. And I love when I can relate to a character! Makes the read that much better! And that spice? My goodness! I’m here for it. Stella is staying with her step brother and his 2 hot friends. I’m going to let you wonder what happened with that 😉 I highly recommend this book! Huge page Turner for me and I couldn’t put it down. I’ll be doing another re read of this sometime in the near future!

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My Pearl Heart by J.N. Sheats – Review by Ashley Sugar

My Pearl HeartMy Pearl Heart by J.N. Sheats
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a great short read. This had my attention from the very start! James has a secret, an arrangement. Jasmine thinks he’s full of crap. What she doesn’t know is that James will be someone she never thought he was capable of. This book has drama and betrayal but it also has romance and forgiveness. The characters are loveable but there’s characters that will irritate your soul. All characters can’t be great right? That’s what makes an amazing story! This book had me feeling all kinds of emotions while reading…love, laughter, anger, frustration. I felt it all. And that’s what I look for in a book..I want to feel it all! I highly recommend this!

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Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Prequel) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Ashley Sugar

Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation #0.5)Night Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If I could give this 10 stars, I would in a heartbeat! This is the prequel to the Hawke Family Second Generation Series! Super quick read but my gosh did it grab my attention from the first paragraph! I simply could NOT put this book down. I’m not writing any spoilers but just know the SPICE is 🔥 for being a short read the connection between the two main characters was incredible! There’s secrets, there’s romance, there’s angst, there hot as hell spice! I loved it all. I fell in love with the characters so damn fast that I need more! I read this in one sitting and when it ended, I screamed. Because I didn’t want the story to end lol. And that cliffhanger? My goodness. I can’t wait to read the next book!! Because I’m addicted to this one! Highly highly HIGHLY recommend!

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Revenge Never Rests (Tallie Brown Suspense Book 2) by Laurie Lewis – Review by Ashley Sugar

Revenge Never RestsRevenge Never Rests by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow this book had my attention from the very first page!! The writing, the story, the characters…the emotions it made me FEEL. Incredible. I couldn’t put it down and I finished this book in one sitting. Like I said, I. COULDNT. PUT. IT. DOWN. It’s THAT good. If you want a book that’s full of suspense, emotion, action, mystery, twists and turns…read this! Laurie L.C. Lewis is easily becoming one of my favorite authors. Highly recommend and ENJOY every page!!

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Falling Home (Buckeye Falls Book 1) by Libby Kay – Review by Ashley Sugar

Falling HomeFalling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love small town romances! Also a perfect read just in time for the holidays! I’ve read another book by Libby and LOVED it so I just knew I had to read this one! I was NOT disappointed. Strong plot with amazing characters! I loved it from the very first page! So much that I read this book in one sitting, I simply could not put it down. Quick read for me because the author just flows with her words/writing. The author Libby Kay is easily becoming one of my favorite authors! It’s the first book of the Buckeye Falls series and I highly suggest reading this one! I don’t want to say anything about what happens because I just want you to go in blind like I did and enjoy every page!

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Knight In The Museum (Jorja Knight Private Investigator Mystery Series Book 5) by Alice Bienia – Review by Ashley Sugar

Knight In The Museum ( Jorja Knight Mystery -Book 5)Knight In The Museum by Alice Bienia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I didn’t know this what part of a series! Can be read as a stand-alone but now that I know it’s a series, I’ll definitely be reading the other books. I really enjoyed this read and I love the way the author writes. Kept me interested since the very first page! Such a great adventure mystery book and i usually don’t read these kinds of books. Im glad I gave this a chance. I wasn’t disappointed. If you want a book that has drama, mystery and adventure with a dash of romance, read this!!!

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Kamana Wanalaya by Susan Renee – Review by Ashley Sugar

Kamana Wanalaya for the HolidaysKamana Wanalaya for the Holidays by Susan Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

if I could give this book 20 stars, I would! The characters are all phenomenal! They all have their own personalities and you get many different POV’s and I LOVE that in a book. Teagan AKA the love guru and Tenley AKA TJ On PAR…have never met, until the love guru invites her to this resort in Hawaii. He’s a sucker for love and she doesn’t believe in it. Will she let her guard down and fall in love? Does he have what it takes to break down her walls? This book is greatly written and it’s easily became one of my favorite reads this year! The humor is top notch and I’ve laughed out loud many times while reading. That spice though? *chefs kiss* 🤌🏽😘 it’s hot!! 🥵 Teagan sure has a way with words and I loved every page of the spicy scenes! I never wanted it to end! But with spice I also need a great plot..and this book has it all! I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this book!

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Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations Book 1) by CB Laurence – Review by Ashley Sugar

Road to the Mansfield (Express Investigations, #1)Road to the Mansfield by C.B. Laurence
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oh I really enjoyed this book! 3 different stories about 3 different people that all come together on one night. Having different POV’s is my favorite!! You get everyone’s thoughts and I love that! Makes a book great in my opinion! The way the author describes everything is absolute perfection and it’s like I can feel what the characters are feeling. The twists and turns…I’m here for it. I was hooked on this book and I’ll be looking at more of this authors writing. Huge page turner for me and I’m so glad I gave this book a chance. This genre isn’t usually one I read..but I’m far from disappointed!

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Beast (Popov Bratva Book 5) by Leslie Georgeson – Review by Ashley Sugar

Beast (Popov Bratva #5)Beast by Leslie Georgeson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If I could give this 10 stars, I would! I knew I was going to love this book. I’ve read Thief which is the 4th book of this series, which I’m obsessed with. So knowing how much I loved that book I just KNEW I was going to love this one. The suspense, the action, the thrill…I LOVE IT. Adrik has had it hard growing up. His face is what everyone notices at first, and he’s gotten crap for it more times than he can count. They call him BEAST because people say he looks like a monster. His face is all messed up from a terrible time in his life. His dad is a horrible person. He left his home before he did something he would regret…but he didn’t want to leave his younger brother. So he left to try and make a life and he would come back for his brother once he was settled. He joins the mob and ends up having to protect the families daughter, Annika. She was attacked and now is receiving threatening messages. Adrik has always had an eye for Annika and now that he’s responsible for her life and for protecting her, nothing will stop him! Annika sees him for WHO he is and not by what he looks like. If you love a book that gives you all the emotions, read this! You won’t be disappointed! Leslie Georgeson is becoming one of my favorite authors! Her books keep me interested and I can’t seem to put her books down. I finish her books in one sitting. They’re THAT good. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this series!

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Taming Beckett (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 1) by G.K. Brady – Review by Ashley Sugar

Taming Beckett (The Playmakers, #1)Taming Beckett by G.K. Brady
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I love this book so much! Becketts life is going down hill. Paige has her own company but is also dealing with personal issues as well. But Beckett and Paige meet (again) when they really needed one another. The way the author wrote these characters had me in love with them from the very start. Beckett may seem reckless but I love him! The way this book took ahold of me, is unreal. This book is emotional and heartbreaking but it’s also full of love and positivity. People can do better if they really want too! Just because someone made a few bad decisions doesn’t mean they’re a bad person! This is the first book by G.K. Brady and I didn’t realize this was part of a series, so I can’t wait to read more! Highly highly recommend!!!!!!

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Degrees of Innocence: Dark Mafia Romance (Cruel Deceptions Book 1) By Via Mari – Review by Ashley Sugar

Degrees of Innocence (Prestian Series, #1)Degrees of Innocence by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kate and chase have sparks flying from the very first interaction. The connection, the spark, the lust…it’s so intense! Kate doesn’t realize who Chase really is until later, but that doesn’t stop her from wanting him. He’s her boss at work but he’s also her boss when it comes to the bedroom 😉 Kate is inexperienced but that doesn’t stop her. She wants to learn and play and Chase is down to teach her everything sexual. The spice in this book is mouth watering! I can’t get enough of it. I love a romance book with awesome smutty scenes, but it also has to have a great story with it. I need that connection between the characters to really FEEL, and that’s what I got. Chase is also insanely sweet and you can tell how deeply he feels for Kate. He takes care of her in every single way. He notices the small things and that’s what gets Kate’s head spinning and heart thumping. She was doubting herself having a relationship with someone she works FOR, but she can’t stop what she’s feeling..and Chase reassures her everything will be okay. Chase has her interests in mind and he’s her protector. Simply perfect. Kate thinks his security is a bit overbearing but that’s just his way of showing he wants her to be safe, always. I LOOOOOOVE the characters, I love the plot, I just loved this book so much!!! I couldn’t put it down and read it in one sitting. Highly recommend!

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Love Tools (Bluestone Series Book 1) by Isobel Reed – Review by Ashley Sugar

Love Tools (Bluestone Series, #1)Love Tools by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book of the series and I’m hooked! This is my first book I’ve read by Isabel and it most certainly won’t be the last! Lilly has inherited her fathers tool shop. She meets Jake (has his own ranch) who gets under her skin since their first interaction. She’s mouthy, he’s sarcastic. She infuriates him but he can’t get enough. Will they quit bumping heads and let love take over? Will she find that certain thing or spark she’s been looking for in her life? She moved because she felt like something was missing. Will she find that? Highly recommend this! I love the authors writing style and it had me completely hooked. Real page turner for me and I couldn’t put the book down. I love Lilly and her sassiness lol.

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Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance Series Book 2) by Jane Suen – Review by Ashley Sugar

Reckless Heart (Second Chance Romance #2)Reckless Heart by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a beautiful book! I love this author so much! The characters, the story, the emotions!!! I can’t get enough! Author really has a way of grabbing a hold of your feelings and having your full attention the entire time! It’s like I could feel exactly what the characters were feeling! Absolutely remarkable. Highly recommend if you love a GREAT second chance romance!!!

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The Daredevil (WaterFyre Rising Book 2) by Nadia Han – Review by Ashley Sugar

The Daredevil (WaterFyre Rising, #2)The Daredevil by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I knew I was going to love this book SO much! I read the first one and loved it from the very first page! It was the same for this one! I was actually stuck just from reading the blurb! So good! Characters are amazing, the plot was great! Author has a way of grabbing your attention and keeping you interested and I love that! And it’s friends to lovers? That’s one of my favorite tropes and I can’t get enough of it. Michelle and Royce are just great together! There’s some spice in this book as well but who doesn’t love that? 😍 the suspense and drama ALSO had me hooked. I need a book that gives me all the emotions and this book did that! Such a great read!! Check trigger warnings before reading!

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