Resisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a fast and enjoyable read! It drew me right in and instantly fell in love with it. The characters, the push and pull, the story alone, loved it all. I honestly wasn’t expecting on loving it as much i do. Highly suggest this!
Resisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another brilliant addition to this series and I think has to have the strongest characters so far. I really connected with them and I feel like they were so real and believable. Their connection to each other is so strong as well. It isn’t plain sailing for them either which I think made them more interesting to read about.
The story fit really well with the characters. It was an interesting story and I was pulled into it straight away. I always enjoy this authors writing style and her books never fail to entertain me. This series feels like it is going from strength to strength and I am looking forward to the next.
Resisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is an author that I have enjoyed reading for a while now. Her books are such that they are full of romance and her characters heat up the pages. I enjoy how she can pull you into the story with ease and keep my attention to the end. This book is no different. It is a well written story about Miles and Alexa. He thinks that he has finally found his mate until he loses her. She is afraid of who he is so she pushes him away. Miles is determined that Alexa is his mate and to change her mind about him. Will nature take its course or will her stubbornness will out? I enjoyed these two characters. They made the story easy to read and hard to put down. I enjoyed their chemistry and attraction. I enjoyed watching their growth throughout. This is a fast paced story that you don’t want to miss. Will Miles and Alexia find a HEA? Are they mates? I highly recommend reading this book to find out.
Review by @bjwagner
Resisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I loved this story. Alexa is working through some prior issues from the past. Miles is learning about fated mates. Together they seem to somehow be making this work. the people around them seemed to be supportive. I am guilty of the little chuckle when you go to bed with a human and you wake up the next morning to literal dog breath. I love how this author writes because you get so involved in the story right from the start. It’s a really intriguing story that kept me so into it that I couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to read Mason’s story. I want to read more about about this pack. Maybe we can have Derek’s story?
Resisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great book that didn’t take much time to read. It is well paced and the story line doesn’t feel rushed. Things are explained and set up for future books. The way that the characters are written makes you feel like they could be your neighbor or your friend. Ok, I wish that I had friends like this but more because of the whole shifter element. You are instantly connected to the characters and who doesn’t root for a bad boy turned good guy. I loved the push and pull that happens with the characters because it is something that you could see actually happening. The pushing away to protect someone from the past, the pulling them closer because you just can’t stay away from them. I love the tenacity that is shown in this book. It was a quick read and there were things I was not expecting which made things even better. It is so hard to not say everything because I don’t want to give any spoilers. If you have a day that you can just spend in a book, let this be that book. I promise you wont be disappointed. I can’t wait for more.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
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My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have to admit that paranormal romance are definately a genre I love and I have read this authors work before so I knew I was going to enjoy it. This author never disappoints me. If you love stories about strong protective warewolf shifters and their fated mates then this is definately a book for you.
In this story we are with Alexa and Miles.
Alexa has had a rough relationship in the past with a warewolf shifter which causes her to run as far away as possible. She plans on never allowing another man to get that close to her again. That is until she meets Miles. The attraction to him is instant, she feels a connection she has never felt before but is it all too good to be true?
Miles has heard stories about fated mates but he’s not sure it’s real until Alexa walks into his life. He knows that she is his fated mate and he will stop at nothing to make her his. However he is hiding a secret. He is a wareshifter. How will Alexa react to this news? Will she believe him even?
With Alexa’s past how will she react when she finds out the truth about who Miles really is? What happens next is a fight between her heart and her head. She knows what happened in the past and she doesn’t want to fall prey again but this connection with Miles feels so different.
Miles on the other hand is determined to prove that this is real and fight for his mate but will her constant rejection and pushing him away prove to be too much?
What is going to win Alexa’s head or will she give into nature and what it is has store for her and her mate?
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Resisting Nature (Powder River Pack Series) by Brooke May
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Romance author Brooke May spends her days writing whatever her overactive imagination has brewed up and her evenings reading while she works alongside her mom. Telling stories is second natural to her, from a young age she has told anyone who would listen what she had thought up. Now, a mom of two, she splits her time writing, playing with her kids, and of course, hiking, hunting, fishing, and four-wheeling in her beloved Bighorn Mountains.
Now with twenty books under her belt, she has so many more to share with the world. She has a little bit of everything for any romance reader; cowboys to fighters, bad boys to soldiers, and even a sweet cupid series for younger readers.
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Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is about Seraphina, a cupid, and Seth, a hockey player. Everyone knows who Seth is. And it is not good. Seraphina knows Seth well. This will be the third time she helps him find love. Good thing he does not remember her. This is the fourth book in the Heartstrings series, and you will love every page of it!
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 4th book in the Heartstrings Series. Seraphina is a Cupid tasked with helping hockey player Seth Maxwell find love, again, for the 3rd time. Can she actually be successful this time around? When she meets Marron she thinks this may be it is she can just get Seth and Marron on board. This was a cute story with a very different kind of Cupid.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Seraphina
By: Brooke May
This is a fantasy romance, something I don’t normally read. But Brooke May has become one of my favorite authors so I figured I would give this book a chance and I am so glad that I did.
Seraphina is a cupid, but not the normal stereotypical cupid we all imagine with arrows and wings and looking like a cherub. Seraphina is feisty and really sassy.
Seth is a hockey player with a playboy attitude. He goes through his pick of women on the regular. But once Seraphina gets involved that all changes.
This is the fourth book in the series, but the first that I have read. I definitely think this book functioned as a standalone, but I will be reading the others because I enjoyed this one. I definitely loved the characters in this book and have always found Brooke May to have a talent in writing books with fantastically well developed characters that jump off the page. I definitely recommend this book!
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is about Seraphina, a cupid, and Seth, a hockey player. Everyone knows who Seth is. And it is not good. Seraphina knows Seth well. This will be the third time she helps him find love. Good thing he does not remember her. This is the fourth book in the Heartstrings series, and you will love every page of it!
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is by far my favorite book in the Heartstrings series, what a wonderful moral that we learn in this book. Not only do we learn that actions speak louder than words, but we also see that the love of mankind is far more important than anything money can buy. Seraphina also referred to as Meanie by Aiko, our first cupid that we met in book one of this series, not only helps to show why she’s developed this nickname, but she grows through the process of this latest assignment. She is working with Seth, a man that she has been tethered to two other times, both of which failed after she had left the romance to finish blooming on their own, must come back a third time to help Seth, a pro ice hockey player, to find the love of his life. Seraphina is surprised by the man that she is confronted with, as he has changed, and not for the better, allowing fame and fortune to change his entire outlook on life. He is now more focused on himself, instead of the love that he once had for his teammates and the love of the game. Her work is cut out for her, especially when Seraphina learns that the person that Seth’s heartstring leads to is a woman who works in a local place that helps kids in a low-income neighborhood to have opportunities at daycare and activities to keep them out of trouble. Seth grew up in a similar situation thanks to his grandmother taking him in at a young age and giving him the love of ice hockey. Seth has a lot to learn when it comes to wooing a woman who does not need or want all the expensive dinners and entertainment that he’s used to showing his dates but is more drawn into the love he shows the children. Will Seth be able to find his past self, and find joy in the simple things of life, or will he allow his fame and fortune to continue to blind him to the greater things in life, such as true love?
@Brandy Rymer
12/2023
Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so fun to read, I loved that Malayeka was the cupid who got the feuding families, whom she had worked with when the feud had first begun ages before. It’s like the saying goes, things just keep coming around, well hopefully after this cupid works her magic, maybe the feud will finally come to an end but with love winning out this time. Malayeka has her hands full in this story, where she’s got to work with the Thomson family and the Reid family who are well known for their feuding town where each side of the road has matching businesses, but each side is run by the other family. Unfortunately for our cupid, the person she is tethered to is a Reid, and her heartstring leads to a Thomson. The two who are attached have had a secret friendship their whole lives that they have had to keep hidden from both families. The Thomson side of this romance has no problem telling his family how he feels, it’s the Reid side who values the love of her family and is too scared to speak up and stand up for the love that she hides deep down, where she thinks if ignored, it’ll just fade away into safety. This is where our cupid gets to come in and help guide these two into seeing how much better life would be if they’d just open up to the love, they have for one another and how much more healing it would be for everyone in the long run in the town. This was such a fun read that incorporates old-time teachings and morals but is based in a modern time. Will these families be able to get past their old-fashioned beliefs and allow their children to let their love for one another blossom, or will they drive the two love birds apart?
@Brandy Rymer
12/2023
Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Faida is the second book in the Heartstrings series which features a very cynical cupid who has seen too much history of failed relationships in her time. Faida is one of Cupid’s helper cupids who is tethered to a single dad, who is a successful CEO of an ad company, who has been burned in love. His daughter’s mother was a multiple-time cheater, who decided she was better off leaving her daughter and her ex to live her life filled with men, drugs, and alcohol seeking the thrill of life instead of motherhood. This leaves a very sour taste toward love in the mouth of Robert, a single dad who devotes his entire life to his business and his daughter. This is where Faida comes in, to help Robert open his heart to the concept that not all women are as bad as his ex, and that not only does his daughter deserve a mom in her life, but he deserves love as well. Mika is Robert’s assistant, and the right hand of the business, who jumps at any request he has thrown at her. Mika has a soft spot in her heart for her boss as well as his daughter, but she’s too passive to speak up for what she wants. Will Faida be able to convince Robert that what he needs has been right in front of him the whole time, or will he allow his past issues with love to continue to keep his heart closed to romance? Not only do we get to watch Faida in her element, but we also get to meet some of the other cupids as well as they occasionally need to help one another out with their assignments. In the end, will Faida be able to help Robert open his heart, as well as find hope in romance once again?
@Brandy Rymer
12/2023
Aiko by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book puts a whole new twist to Cupid, in this first book in the Heartstrings book series. Aiko is one of the cupids that Cupid created after the needs of the human race and romance became too great for him alone. Aiko is a cupid whose specialty is failed romances, but with dire consequences that lead to her being put into restrictions repeatedly. She is finally released from her most recent restriction and allowed to find Alejandro’s (Al) true love by connecting his heartstrings to the love of his life. Aiko goes about this process like no other cupid, trying to utilize two different women to teach Al what it takes to catch and keep a good woman’s attention without embarrassing himself. This does not work how Aiko intended, in turn creating a bigger mess, which she then needs to work with Al to correct, hopefully before it’s too late, to make amends with the woman that Al is destined to be with. I loved all of the hilarity that befalls our cupid, as well as the person to whom she is tethered, and the experience of seeing all of the follies that come with finding love. This book combines humor, love, and dating all into a delightful new romance series that will leave you looking forward to the next book in the series.
@Brandy Rymer
12/2023
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Seraphina is a cupid. Yup a cupid. She is assigned to help with love matches. She has been assigned Seth Maxwell, again. She has tried twice before with no luck. Seth is a self obsessed, self centered star hockey player who is losing the respect of all around him including his team mates. Seraphina has her hands full again. Will she be able to change his ways and have him remember the grandson his grandmother raised? Will love be found? Please read to find out.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Seraphina is a cupid, but not the slushy kind with the wings and the cupids bow. Oh no she is sassy and straight to the point, not quite like the other cupids but she is determined to show Seth that he can find love.
So Seth is a play boy hockey star who can has his pick of woman and does on a regular basis, but when Seraphina literally knocks him off his pedestal he starts to understand things and finds who he truly is and can be.
This is the fourth book in this series and although it is part of a series each book is unique enough to read as a stand alone story. Each books follows a Cupid and this one is Seraphina’s turn and she is a breath of fresh air to read. The character is quirky and un-apologetically in your face and I loved her as a character which worked well with the opposite character of Seth.
The secondary characters in this book add a level which keeps you reading as you delve more and more into the world of Seth and get to know him as a person rather than an Icon. As always the story is also full of good humour and brilliant writing and can’t wait to read more from this wonderful author and series.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this book, it was a light hearted romance that made me feel good. The story was about the Cupid Seraphina who has a second to help a prior client who did not find true love and happiness the first time. Seraphina is a different kind of Cupid at least she did not fit what I expected of a Cupid. She had some anger issues and really was not a people person, but that made me relate to her more as that could describe me. I enjoyed this book and will look for more from this author.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another entertaining and engaging romantic comedy story in this enjoyable YA series, where Cupids are sent to help humans find their perfect love match. I’ve enjoyed the previous books and so was looking forward to reading this one and I was once again hooked from start to finish. Seraphina has been given the test of her eternal life, to find hockey superstar Seth Maxwell his perfect love connection. This is the third time she has tried and she’s determined not to fail this time, but Seth will need a makeover. He’s well known for not being a team player and for being involved in numerous scandals with different starlets. Seraphina will need more than her mythical bow and arrow to help guide him to the love of his life, and keep her. This is a fun lighthearted read which kept me happily turning the pages, and I was once again lost in the world of Cupids helping humans to find love!
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Seraphina by Brooke May is an enchanting tale that takes readers on a magical journey filled with romance, suspense, and captivating characters. Set in a fantastical world, this book follows the story of Seraphina, a young woman with a mysterious past and hidden powers.
May’s writing style is simply mesmerizing, creating a rich and vivid world that leaps off the page. The attention to detail in the world-building is impressive, and the author effortlessly weaves together elements of fantasy and romance. From the lush descriptions of the landscapes to the intricate political dynamics, every aspect of this world feels well-crafted and thought out.
The characters in Seraphina are the true highlight of the book. Seraphina herself is a strong and relatable protagonist, with layers of complexity that make her journey all the more compelling. The secondary characters are equally compelling, each with their own unique personalities and motivations.
The pacing of the book is well-paced, with a perfect balance of action, suspense, and slower moments of introspection. May keeps readers on their toes with unexpected twists and turns, making it difficult to put the book down.
In summary, Seraphina is a captivating and well-crafted fantasy romance that will transport readers to a world filled with magic and intrigue. Brooke May’s storytelling abilities shine through, and fans of the genre will be delighted by this enchanting tale.
Malayeka by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) by Brooke May is a poignant and beautifully written exploration of love, family, and self-discovery. In this installment, May switches gears and takes readers on a journey into the life of Malayeka, a young woman struggling to come to terms with her past and pave the way for her future.
May’s writing is once again mesmerizing, evoking strong emotions in readers with her vivid descriptions and poetic prose. The author has a talent for making every character feel real and relatable, and Malayeka is no exception. Through her journey, readers witness the power of forgiveness, the importance of family, and the courage required to follow one’s dreams.
As with the previous books in the series, the supporting characters in Malayeka are just as compelling as the protagonist. May continues to intertwine the characters’ stories in unique and thought-provoking ways, adding layers of depth to the narrative. The themes of loyalty, perseverance, and second chances are woven throughout the book, making it a powerful and uplifting read.
In conclusion, Malayeka (Heartstrings Book 3) is a beautifully crafted and emotionally charged novel that will leave readers feeling inspired. Brooke May’s masterful storytelling and ability to create relatable and complex characters make this a must-read for fans of the Heartstrings series.
Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Faida (Heartstrings Book 2) by Brooke May is a breathtaking continuation of the Heartstrings series, delving even deeper into the lives of the characters we grew to love in the first book. This installment follows Faida, a strong and resilient woman determined to find her own path in life.
May’s writing continues to be captivating, with her ability to evoke emotions and paint vivid imagery with her words. The author effortlessly transports readers into the world she has created, making it feel real and tangible. Faida’s story is filled with ups and downs, heartache, and triumphs, keeping readers hooked from beginning to end.
The character development in Faida is exceptional. Faida herself undergoes a remarkable growth throughout the book, grappling with difficult choices and facing her own demons. Supporting characters from the previous book return, their stories intertwining and adding layers of depth to the narrative.
The romance in this installment is beautifully executed, with a slow-burn build-up that adds to the intensity of the emotions. May’s ability to convey the intricacies of love and relationships is commendable.
Overall, Faida (Heartstrings Book 2) is an emotionally charged and captivating novel that will leave readers eager for more. Brooke May’s masterful storytelling and well-developed characters make this a worthy addition to the Heartstrings series.
Aiko by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Aiko (Heartstrings Book 1) by Brooke May is a beautifully written and emotionally charged romance novel that tugs at the heartstrings. Set in a small town, this book follows the story of Aiko, a young woman trying to navigate the complexities of love and life.
May’s writing style is captivating, drawing readers in with its poetic prose and heartfelt storytelling. The author effortlessly captures the raw emotions and vulnerabilities of the characters, making them relatable and easy to connect with. Aiko is a well-developed and likable protagonist, whose journey of self-discovery is authentic and inspiring.
One of the strengths of this book is the depth and complexity of the characters. May has created a cast of supporting characters that add depth and substance to the story. Each character is intricately woven into the narrative, their own stories intertwining with Aiko’s in compelling ways.
The pacing of the story is well-balanced, with a mix of tender moments, dramatic twists, and introspective reflections. The writing flows smoothly, making it difficult to put the book down once started.
In summary, Aiko (Heartstrings Book 1) is a beautifully crafted romance novel that explores the complexities of love, self-discovery, and second chances. Brooke May’s evocative writing style and compelling characters make this a must-read for fans of the genre.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 4th book in The Heartstring Series. Even though this is the 4th book they can all be read as a standalone as each book focuses on a different Cupid, however I know that once youve read one you will want to read them all just like I did.
This story follow Searphina. I like her. She is a very no no nonsense character who is determined and very strong willed. She doesn’t let no one and nothing push her around and she needs that strength and determination to deal with her next assignment Seth Maxwell.
Searphina and Seth have had run ins before when Searphina matched him to his heart match and somehow he always manages to break the bond.
Now she has been assigned him again. And this time she is determined to make this one stick. But her task will not be easy.
Seth is now a star hockey player who has a overinflated sense of who he is and that translates to how he interacted with all people in his life.
Can Seraphine knock him off his pedestal long enough for him to realise the worth of a women he would normally never look twice at?
This is a battle between two very strong willed people which will have some funny moments. The road to true love never runs smoothly and when a Cupid’s involved you can guarantee it will be a rollercoaster.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sometimes love hits in all the right places but this case it’s not the right one. Cupid has struck his arrow in this whirlwind romance hockey and love what more could you want ?
Book four in this heartthrob of a series and I definitely encourage you read the other 3
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May. This is such a fun series and they can all be read as standalones. I really enjoyed this one about Seraphina who ends up on the same guys doorstep for a third time and she is determined not to fail. Seth is a bad boy hockey player that thinks of no one but himself. He doesn’t care about anyone but himself but the thing is his grandma raised him better than that. Marron is just the opposite of Seth, she always thinks of others and she runs a non profit that helps provide kids with financial help for things they might not otherwise be able to afford. When this hockey player shows up to volunteer Marron is not excited. She knows he’s probably only doing it for the publicity. Seraphina is determined to make this match work but she knows she has her work cut out for her. Will the third time be the charm? Read this fun romance to find out!
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Automatic good point number 1, I was able to fully understand this story without having read the others!
While I will probably now go back and read just because I like series to be complete its a nice standalone if readers prefer that. The story was told well and the plot hooked my attention! The characters were nice but I just felt like something was needed and I couldn’t put my finger one it! Overall cute read.
Seraphina by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
When you think of Cupid, what comes to mind automatically is love. This is the fourth book of the Heartstrings series following the case of Cupid Seraphina who is trying to help hockey star Seth find love…for the third time. Will the stars finally align for Seth or will this be another love-connection fail? I really enjoyed how this book gives depth to the characters while also giving the reader insight into the inner workings of Cupids and their own relationships! The story’s pacing was great and concise while also allowing the reader to fall into the plot and connect to the characters. You can easily read this as a standalone novel.
Faida by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another great read by Brooke May! Faida is the second book in the Heartstrings series, and it is just as good as Aiko. This is a romance story about one of Cupid’s helpers, Faida and like Cupid’s other sisters, Faida has been given a new assignment to help to someone try to find love again. The thing is, Faida has been helping humans find love for so many centuries and like many of us, she gets to thinking about all of the relationships that didn’t work out. Will this one work out or is it going to be another bust? At one point this particular assignment has Faida wondering what she’s missed and how much more can she do for people and their love lives. I hope that you are able to pick up a copy of this book and enjoy it as much as I did!
Mary Espinoza, December 2023