Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book made me feel all the sappy emotions! This is such a cozy snuggle by the Christmas tree read. Love always grows in unlikely places and this pair is no different. Highly recommend for those who like romantic happy endings. Book 4 in the series of Wilton Hills series
Death under Palm Trees by Carmen Radtke
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first book by this author and I am really in love. I didnt realize the book was part of a series and will definitely be checking out the rest.
This cozy mystery is a perfect read while snuggled up in a blanket drinking hot cocoa.
The story is very well written and captivating. The more I read the more I wanted to know more and see where the story led me.
Highly recommend!!
Forever Valentine by Diana Vale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the sixth book in a series of student-teacher contemporary romance series, it is also the sequel to Professor Valentine which was book 1.
In book one we are introduced to Diego and Cassie and their love story that is so ver forbidden. In this novella we see the continuation of book one and how things have gone for both Diego and Cassie.
With Cassie being only 19 and Diego being in his 30s it is hard for those around them to accept their love and relationship. In this book we also learn a lot more about Diegos soon to be ex-wife Linda who is a cocaine addict.
The story flows well and keeps you interested, the added spicy scenes make it perfect for those who like steam and love mixed into one great book.
Forever Valentine by Diana Vale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the sixth book in a series of student-teacher contemporary romance series, it is also the sequel to Professor Valentine which was book 1.
In book one we are introduced to Diego and Cassie and their love story that is so ver forbidden. In this novella we see the continuation of book one and how things have gone for both Diego and Cassie.
With Cassie being only 19 and Diego being in his 30s it is hard for those around them to accept their love and relationship. In this book we also learn a lot more about Diegos soon to be ex-wife Linda who is a cocaine addict.
The story flows well and keeps you interested, the added spicy scenes make it perfect for those who like steam and love mixed into one great book.
Tainted by Marsha R West
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The suspense in this book kept you on your toes, you are so into the characters that all of sudden something happens and you are shocked. When you think it couldn’t possibly get worst or that nothing else could happen to our amazing strong independent heroine you are wrong!
The ending threw me for a loop, I thought all was peaceful and calm and the book took a different turn!
I love the relationship she has with her daughter, it is nice to see her daughter support her through the hurricaine that was their father. There isnt much info on the son but that seems typical after the ordeal and the mess he had to pick up now managing all the stores by himself.
Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This novella was so cute!
Willa and Brody are he most adorable, actually speaking their minds instead of playing ridiculous games like in most romance books. I wish this book would have been longer because I wanted to learn so much more about them but this novella was the perfect pick me up after some intense reading.
It was a light and happy read and of course happily ever after.
there was a good combination of OH NO moment and of course who doesnt like an ex-boyfriend villan and jealous assistant. It has all the making of a great movie.
Flirting with my Enemy: A Sweet Romantic Comedy by Laura Burton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Both funny and refreshing, this is my first time reading a book by Laura Burton and I am already looking forward to the sequel coming out next year.
The characters were cute and loveable and make the reading so pleasurable. The funny part were hilarious but Laura also included bits and pieces that made you feel for love and family.
Rom-Com’s are my fav genre so if you are looking for something of its kind this comes highly recommended.
Manifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is an amazing retelling of important moments in American history from a personal stand point. I felt my heart ache and pull as I was reading the realities of some of these people.
The grandiose these of slavery could not have been described in a better way than through these accounts/stories from each person.
It made one understand and feel their personal experiences that you just dont get from reading a history book.
Travels Through Aqua, Green, and Blue: A Memoir by Mary E. Gregory
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so touching and emotional. You could really feel the struggle and pain the character felt being different. It really pulls at the heart strings but in such a powerful way! I definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves a great emotional story.
Kissing Scars by Jim Shomos
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I loved the cultural touch to the story. It was so well described I could see the story rolling in my head like a movie. The respect between the two main characters is so inspiring and something to thrive for in a relationship.
This pair turn eachothers world upside down but their connection is so strong they can’t be apart.
Try Right: A Friends to Lovers Romance by Jill Brashear
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved the characters in this novel. You get very attached to them and feel their passion and love in the pages. When they go angry I could feel it and hear myself thinking “Chill out buddy”, the passion ignited on every page. Claudia was trying to hard to force something that shouldnt have been that she almost missed out on what she actually needed.
This story is a great example of not always getting what you think you want but there being a greater universe out there pointing you in the direction of something you need in your life.
This was a big life lesson book for me, teaching you to see whats in front of you and not always thinking things could be better if only…
Claudia and Champ are so perfect, they are opposites attract throughout the whole story but in the end what makes them who they are is very similar and so endearing.
This book taught me a few things from “back in the day” what they did in certain situations that is so different from us now that we kind of forget it ever used to be like that. As well as some history/ knowledge about Hawaii I did not have.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants a happily ever after , predictable ending, amazing love story novel.
Bake Believe by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love anything to do with baking so when I found this book I HAD to have it.
This is unlike anything I have read before. It is a very cutesey novel where each chapter includes a recipe for the item they talk about during that chapter. I do not recommend reading this book on an empty stomach. You will be starving thinking about the delicious recipes.
Cat.. yes like the animal not short for anything has some magical powers to bake emotions. Whatever she is feeling transpires into her baking. This is such a funny concept and brings to life the saying “I made this with love”.
The characters in the story are fun and you get attached to them from the beginning. Robyn is hilarious and wants to live vicariously through Cat who had no clue how to manage her powers.
The book ended to complete the story however there is potential for a sequel there.. fingers crossed!!
Logan McKenna is VERY curious! Her curiosity gives her a need to constantly solve things which sometimes lead her to dangerous situations. This is obviously what makes the story more exciting for the reader. The intensity and excitement in this book keeps you wanting more the more you read it, you HAVE to know how it ends or you wont sleep well at night. The not knowing what was going to happen next kept me hooked from the beginning. Listening to this book made me get into the story even more, I felt like I was part of what was happening. My reading experience was definitely amplified by listening to this book as opposed to reading it, the narrator did a great job!
I was very surprised by this audiobook; it was very engaging and captivating. You could feel their chemistry coming off the words and narration. I could not stop listening to it. I recommend this listen to anyone who enjoys heartwarming office romance. As I was listening I was cheering for Adeline’s character to find her happily every after what that meant for her, she is such a strong woman that it is nice to see her vulnerable through parts of the book.
Jake the Growling Dog Goes to Doggy Daycare by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Cute and relatable story for kids. I read this to my 20 month old and although she may not have gotten the meaning of the book she seemed to enjoy it very much! The rhymes where her favourite part and the super cute illustrations kept her attention for the whole story.
Love Between the Lines by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This new to me author is definitely a great discovery!
A book where the main character swears off men is always a good recipe for drama. It is the perfect chick-lit book to kick back, relax and enjoy a good book. I can totally relate to her wanting to swear sweats and write books. If only life was that easy.
I will definitely be reading more by this author
This is a new genre for me, I love all things witches but never read many books about them.
This book was so fun, funny and engaging. I love listening to audiobooks it makes me feel so much closer to the characters. The narrator dos a great job of demonstrating the emotions of the character. My favourite was the sassiness of some of the characters, I could picture them acting in my head.
It has me intrigued to read the first book in the series. I very much enjoyed this audiobook, if you love werewolves and witches but mostly steamy romances THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU!
THE ISTANBUL HEIST: Code Raven 8 by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lynda is a new to me author and I must say did not disappoint thats for sure!!
I wasn’t sure if it being the 8th book and having not read any previously if I would be a little lost but that wasn’t the case at all. It held its own as a stand alone book for sure.
There was so much detail about the characters you could really feel them come to life right off the page, this is something I particularly enjoy in action packed books as it keeps you engaged and you cant put it down. I look forward to reading more of Lynda’s books and definitely starting at the first book for this series.
10 Days by KJ Holliday
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really liked this book! I felt so many emotions reading this book, it was funny, emotional, head shaking and romantic, how can you not love a novel that has all those things.
I liked the perspective of Alex, the writer, describing his not so fondness for the outdoors in the beginning made it very funny when Penny and Luke teased him and make things sound absurd and he believed them every time.
I kept wanting to read more and devoured the book in no time.
Professor Valentine: A Student-Teacher Contemporary Romance Novella by Diana Vale
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This novella starts out like other rom coms, describing the scene of Cassie, an 18-year-old, who has always worked hard and never let herself have any extra fun if it interrupted with her studies. This all changes when she attends Kirk where she falls in love with Diego. Not only is he older than her but he is also her teacher.
Due to the nature of the novella a lot happens in a very short period, so the novel goes from slow moving for the first few pages to action packed until the end of the book. Things move at a very fast pace which makes for an enjoyable read for someone who wants to know the ending quickly.
