Caught in Midnight Shadows by Sharleen Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first read in this series and it wasn’t hard for me to jump right in. Brant & Aubrey’s romance is so sweet and enjoyable. The family drama dynamic is realistic and not rushed in how it’s played out. This book is easy to follow along with and the suspense is attractive. It keeps you wanting more and more!
Born to Fall by Brittany Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was my first ever apocalyptic read and I enjoyed it. I’m beginning to love books written in the style this book is written in. It’s dual perception but not separated by chapters. The epilogue definitely leaves you on a cliff hanger but there is a warning. This was the first book of this series that I read so I’m planning on reading books 1 & 3 next!
Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship by Parker Fairchild
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The story idea behind this book is very solid. But, the way it’s transcribed is a little confusing. This book would make for a great Christmas movie on Hallmark and has the same “too good to be true” Hallmark cuteness. However, the part of how Olivia meets Jace would’ve worked better for me if she had just described her soulmate instead of knowing his actual name. That would’ve helped make the story seem a little more realistic and helped it flow a little better. Nonetheless, this book is a clean, easy to read book that makes me want to snuggle up in a blanket with hot chocolate.
Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Blood Oath is the second book in the Mafia Elite series that I’ve read so far. No way out was so good I had to read the second. I usually don’t like books that don’t really keep the main characters as main characters but I love this series. Sofia and Enzo’s storyline is so good. From their childhood to them as adults, I really enjoyed reading about them. There’s suspense but it’s intriguing suspense that makes you want to know what’s next. I can’t wait to keep reading this series!
Cross-Country Christmas by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’m a sucker for Hallmark holiday romances so this book was right up my alley. The twist with CC’s upbringing made me grab my chest because I did not see that coming. This book did make me want a Tesla, lol. It’s a clean romance, but it wasn’t cheesy. I cannot wait for the holiday season after reading this book!
Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a cute story! It made me so excited for Christmas and all the warm feelings surrounding the holiday. This is my first book by Marianne Rice and I love her style of writing. The story is easy to follow. I didn’t read the other books in the series but plan to go back and read them!
Twilight’s Curse by K.M. Wray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Twilights curse should most definitely be adapted for a TV show or movie (only if it does it justice). This book teaches a beautiful lesson on forgiveness, the power in vulnerability, and the beauty in trusting in your own abilities. I loved the details that were used to describe every second of the book. It made imagining the storyline very easy. This YA romance was very sweet and reminded me what it felt like to be a teenager in love. I can’t wait to read the next book!
Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Where do I begin? This book is sooo good. I knew from the synopsis somewhere in this book I would cry and I did indeed cry with Tori in so many parts of this book. This book is a slow burn romance but it’s not too intense once the burn gets going. The cliffhanger at the end made my mouth drop. I am definitely reading book two.
Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I read the first book to this series and loved it so I decided to read the 2nd book. I made a good choice because this book was just as good as the first. I’m beginning to love suspense/mystery novels and this series is why. The book is written in 3rd person but it’s not too much. It mainly focuses on Lauren’s feelings which I like. I can’t wait to keep reading more by this author.
To be a Fae Queen by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I’ve recently started adding fantasy novels into my TBR pile and am glad I did! This book had me hanging on to every page I read wondering what would happen next. To be so young, Titania is fierce and I loved her character. Because I’m still getting used to fantasy, the language wasn’t something I was quite used to. This is a great started book to the series.
Stand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Stand Your Ground was a good book! It takes on current issues that we see on the news every day. The ending did shock me. Characters who I thought were one way turned out to actually be another way and it really surprised me. The only thing I didn’t like was that it seemed like the language of the characters that lived in the hood was exaggerated.
Forever: A Diamond Doms Novel by Ivy Nelson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This was my first romance book that featured BDSM and boy did it take me by a surprise! This book left nothing to the imagination when it comes to describing exactly what’s going on. The only reason for the 3 stars is that this isn’t my jam when it comes to reading. The book has a strong plot, but the BDSM was a little much for me. The book did make me want to become a secret spy because of all the action that place.
Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I wasn’t aware this was a series, but I loved this book. Who I thought was the killer was not the killer which made my mouth drop. It’s written in 3rd person but the only feelings we get explanations on are Lauren’s. I enjoyed this writing style because I didn’t feel overwhelmed with information. I would love to read the next book.
Love’s Refrain by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This a very cute time travel read! When I first started the book, I wasn’t sure how the time travel was going to be incorporated. The portal through the closet was a great way to bring time travel into the story! This book was sweet, and well written. It wasn’t corny at all. I enjoyed the author’s writing style.
Kiss Me Before Flight by Thia Finn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow. This book has me hooked from the introduction. I have never read a Trident Security book but after reading this book, I have to read the series. I felt like I was watching a movie reading this book, constantly wondering what’s next. Bodine’s character made my blood boil and my heart ached so badly for Callie. Definitely a great read!
Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely LOVED this book. From the moment Stella met Johnny, I knew this book was going to be good. It’s one of those books that I could see being turned into a movie or a TV show. Stella is trying to get a promotion at her job after working very hard for countless years. Johnny is the country hottie she meets during her newest adventure of temporary relocation. This is book 1 in the Cousins Gone series and I will most definitely be reading the other books in the series.
Fight for It by Amy L. Gale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a cute, fast read about two people who have always had feelings for each other but neither of them ever said or did anything about it. Alyssa is recently from the town’s “it boy”, Jared, and Ray is a professional boxer. The two cross paths when Ray decides to buy an old restaurant in their hometown. What seems like fate, is almost ruined when Jared tries to get between the two. Overall, I liked this book but I would’ve liked more details about Alyssa’s brother Rick’s accident and a little more drama at the end. I would’ve liked to see Jared have more consequences as well.
Dating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was my first book by Natalina Reis, as well as an age gap where the woman is older. I assumed this book would be very cheesy from reading the description but found out during the first few pages it’s very natural. Ivory Tower’s skepticism with love is very relatable and doesn’t seem forced or cliche. While reading the book at first I did think it was a little weird that the author repeated the character’s full name like “Li Quang” and “Amber Lee” consistently, but I found it helped the characters stick in my head. I loved this book and am looking forward to reading more by this author.
