Mood Swings and Hockey Flings (Hot Flash Hookups Series) by Sylvie Stewart and Marika Ray – Review by Maikalani alexander
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Give Us Bad Boys & Billionaires by L.M. Mountford – Review by Maikalani alexander
Give Us Bad Boys and Billionaires by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Not sure what to read next? Pick up this novella of short stories that are sassy and spicy.
Every bit phenomenal you’ll blow through each book without issue.
My favorite is daddy’s naughty gift. Didn’t think it would be just by the title. But who doesn’t love a daddy 😉
Each story keeps you enthralled and ready for more. Keep this in your back pocket when you’re in a funk
Managing Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Maikalani alexander
Managing Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I know it says it can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend reading the first because there are bits of information that has which can answer some questions that are likely to come up. Just like this answered some I had for the first book
This second is essentially a retelling but in the male perspective. It provides more depth for how they arrived to their “destination” lol.
The BDSM kinks are accurate for the most part and easily relatable to. However it again plateaued for me and I felt the plot hit a stand still. The conversation became repetitive and after a while a bit dull and doomed.
It’s a good read to pass the time a quick series with a surface level intrigue.
Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I was genuinely excited to dive in the characters were spicy. And it had everything you’d want a alphadominated field that’s boss is rendered speechless when his little brothers best friend barrels in loud and in charge. However that’s not her own personality. Who she is behind closed doors is everything he’s wanted. Everything’s he’s craved and needed. And now’s his opportunity to snare her Especially considering she’s now applied to become a member to he and his brothers BDSM club.
This book is extremely promising a hot and heavy read that can tide you over when you want something fast.
The conversation does get a bit repetitive and The waters get a bit murky when it seems the two MC’s have conflict. But that quickly goes away within a few pages.
Personally could’ve been a killing swoon worthy book it just got lost in the mix with the repetition, and plateaued plot
Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Savage Truth by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Cole and riley continue their “affair” in book and comes to a close. It feels so similar to another store I’ve read I had a hard time “ getting into it “
I was left torn in two yearning for everything this book could be but disappointed but the repeated actions. However I suppose it coincides with the fact that they are high school students. They sure act like it.
The storyline was promising I just felt it was lacking and could’ve been really robust.
Curse of the Forbidden Island by C.A. King – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Curse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This was a quick read and enjoyable. The spice is not as detailed as other books so I’d rate a 3. It gives hints of reverse harem but she clearly states she won’t take all of them on and needs to “share” with other women
I enjoyed the portion of them being cursed and the story it reveals. However, the finesse was lacking.
I sincerely would’ve loved if it was longer. But if you’re interested in reading something short simple and sweet this is the book for you.
Selene has been bouncing around from job to job since she graduated college with her degree. Tired always because she’s “creepy” or makes others feel uncomfortable she heads back to the temp agency to try again. There she finds a request for help on an island. Thrust onto the precipice of adventure she delves deeper into the curse of the island. Only to discover the sexual offerings that are given freely to everyone till she breaks the rules.
Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance Prequel (Hidden Valley Elite Series) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Savage Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Isla Vaughn has a great series.
In this prequel is sets the precedence of cliff hangers unanswered questions, a dark past, hidden truths, lies, and bullying first loves.
She’s new to town but not to cons and this is just another assignment or so she things. Things are about to a turn; we aren’t sure if it’s better or worse. But the fact reminds this is her life now and she must adapt.
Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Savage Lies by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
If you liked my faults you’re going to like the storyline of this book.
Riley is new to town. that’s normal her mom and her travel constantly moving from city to city to exploits their next con. Running to survive Riley father.
With her uncle at her side she feels like she can overcome anything. That is till everything changes and her mother decides to settle down.
Popular kids always get what they want and Cole is no exception. He his brother and two cousins rule the town. But Cole is bored he wants a challenge and that’s exactly what Riley poses.
However things get complicated when they find out they’re going to be step siblings.
The heat is there but they try to ignore it especially when Cole is freezing her out to chase them away from his father. Cole is so confused he’s warring with himself
And Riley’s trying to figure out her life find a new norm. Or is this just another con.
My only call out The book is a lot of loose ends. In its entirety you feel like you’re reading a never ending cliff hanger because you get tiny morsels of information but nothing that tells you enough.
Song of Earth and Claws (Faelands Series) by Lena Abram – Review by Maikalani
Song of Earth and Claws by Lena Abram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Love a good fae book and this is definitely intrigued it was a bit slow to start and I had push through the world building but it really sets the background. Perhaps it has a touch of dystopian (not a huge fan of that genre which is maybe why I muscled through)
It’s hunger games meets the fae. Epic twists and turns for a what will you do for love ? What will you do to rescue those that you love. The strong lead female character draws you in and by the time your 25% through you’re wanting to keep going and see the life she lays out for herself. She wi stop at nothing. Always the under dog till the end.
The creatures and characters introduced are marvelous.
The main reason it’s a 4 is because I felt some of the story was missing key information or could be used to provide more.
I’ll definitely read her other stories that are left in the same universe but different worlds cause she’s intriguing.
The Human Mating Site, Box Set 1 (The Human Mating Site Series) by B.L. Wilde – Review by Maikalani
The Human Mating Site Box Set 1 : A Steamy, Dating Humour Novella’s 1-4 by B.L. Wilde
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Like a story that gets right to the point ? This stems
Box is for you. Novellas perfect to get you riled up without all the world building.
Becca is shy and she needs Liam to bring her out of her comfort zone. He’s the perfect guy to do it. And what better way to unleash and explore your kinks then the human mating box.
Bella takes to dating sites but can’t escape the naughty texts from Liam. She can’t let go and wants to explore him more and more.
Mr smooth is definitely a favorite of mine. But the others are just as good
Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Elusive Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The third in this remarkable series. If you love a heated thrilling and spicy romance this is the read for you.
Billionaires need protection. Heroes need protection and who better than Sheldon?! Protection for the elite and exclusive. But what happens when love plays into professional? Maybe it’s lust but all I know this book is sweltering. Keeps your heart racing and the blood flowing the fastest way possible. You can’t think but just feel as you go through this epic journey of twists and turns.
Auctioned Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Auctioned Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sin so good that it’s sweet
Bryanna and her family; They’re in trouble so protection is needed to save Bryanna keep her from being hurt in the most awful of ways. And that’s when Damian comes into her life. To protect her and ravage her ? What happens when you blur the lines between professional and personal? Could love be the outcome here ?
This is an absolute must read an easy devour that keeps you hunting for more and more.
Doms are powerful and in control
But subs also hold power and Damian’s here to show Bryanna that
Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Maikalani alexander
Whispered Surrender by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Is it forbidden? probably. Is it unrequited? Absolutely not
Jay is the best of the best when it comes to security. He’s worked for some of the most powerful and influential people in his lifetime. Always able to keep his distance and professionalism until one day he’s captivated by her eyes.
Jay signed a contract with a new client unloaded and prepared to take on his job he’s stopped in his tracks when he has the strongest pull to one of the girls his client is sleeping with.
Sasha, a beautiful woman. The illegitimate Russian mafia princess has had to make do on her own her entire life. But she sees him. and he sees her. Really sees her. A broken woman who only wants to be protected cherished and loved. But what is she supposed to do when he works for the guy she’s sleeping with now ?!
This is first to a duet. It’s spicy scenes are 🥵 Dom / sub roleplaying so please read your trigger warnings to prepare.
I’m absolutely enthralled with this strangers to lovers trope and can’t wait for the second to make its debut 👏🏽
Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Wicked Ends by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Delectably dark and delicious isla does it again with winter and Shane ! In this duet of Shane’s POV this serious keeps you clutching your pearls and breathless. A bully romance with a HEA.
Danger is here and it’s clouding Shane’s mine. Winter can’t be forgiven for her past can she ? What happens when it all comes tumbling down. Will winter pay for something out of her control ?
Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Maikalani alexander
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
A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Maikalani Alexander
A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Excellent excellent book. Forbidden / enemy to lover is absolutely exceptional in this book. What would you do when captured by a stunningly gorgeous man, threatened to be sexually taken as repayment for a debt your brother obtained. Struggle as you might mentally but your body is a fierce traitor. But there’s something odd underneath the fear and underneath his the need to conquer could there be more.
Page turning book that left me breathless and needing more
Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Hidden Scars by A. Akinosho
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is not one of my favorite books. I honestly put it down and picked it back up and intervals muscling my way through it.
Trigger warning * Normally the age gap doesn’t bother me but when the characters are portrayed childlike and the other an adult it was hard to get past. I know culturally these things can be acceptable but it was hard to get through.
It didn’t flow as easily for me as other books have. A grumpy / sunshine styled love that showcases both strengths and weaknesses of characters great. Struggling through their pain Naseen and Jade unite and triumph over the unfairness of life and build a flourishing bond that is very sweet to see.
Slay It With a Diamond (Diamond District Mystery Book 3) by Rob Bates – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Slay It With a Diamond by Rob Bates
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Slay it with a diamond peaked my interest because of the murder mystery. It was a bit hard to fall along with the transitions of characters speaking in first person versus third. The mystery was a good one but the ending became overwhelming with its information. An entire chapter or 2 dedicated to a couple that weren’t the main.
I enjoyed the female characters quirkiness and her love for solving mysteries, being a good daughter, and striving to become something great.
The last few chapters of the book could be considered an epilogue there really wasn’t much warrant to them other than providing insight to what happens to the non main characters and to the main character. Wrapping up a few ends to something mentioned at the beginning of the chapter.
Overall the mystery was great, I could do without the considerably detailed ending of their life after the mystery’s been solved however I’m sure some will enjoy that.
The Inquisitor (WaterFyre Rising Book 4) by Nadia Han – Review by Maikalani Alexander
The Inquisitor by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Phew Nadia is releasing fire after fire you guys 😱
This is a captivating second chance love story with the spice that’ll make you burn 🥵morally grey ?! Sign me up HEA ?! YES PLEASE. There are triggers to be aware of in each book so make sure to keep an eye.
Violence suspense mystery romance what more could you need ?! This story is enthralling captivating and keeps you reading
The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising Book 3 ) by Nadia Han – Review by Maikalani Alexander
The Innovator by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This may just be my favorite if the series. ENEMIES TO LOVERS BABY 😍
Forced proximities hunting to uncover secrets about the gift from dad; Natalia meets Grayson. The man who gets under skin drives her insane in all the best ways. But will this push them together or further apart.
Everything you want in a book and more Nadia Han kills it.
This is apart of a series I recommend reading them all but it can be read as a stand alone. She doesn’t disappoint.
The mastermind (WaterFyre Rising Book 1) by Nadia Han – Review by Maikalani Alexander
The Mastermind by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was an awesome slow burn romance ! Her crush on her brothers best friend started when she was younger. The annoying little sister that wasn’t allowed to hang. Now she’s a beautiful young woman who knows what she wants and everything to gain.
Hes grown become the mogul that he dreamt of. Buying out businesses starting his video game that he and the gang dreamt of all those years ago. But will his past trauma keep him from achieving ? From love?
This book had me hooked from the first chapter. I devoured the rest in the series like it was the air I breathe. Highly recommend.
The daredevil (WaterFyre Rising Book 4) by Nadia Han – Review by Maikalani Alexander
The Daredevil by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I said it once I’ll say it again Nadia Han kills it in this series ! I couldn’t put the book down. From friends to lovers forced proximities business moguls free spirits chasing the high she completely encompasses her readers and sucks you in. Another great book
Christmas Cove by Sarah Dressler – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Christmas Cove by Sarah Dressler
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
It was a very cute Christmas story.
I gave it a three because it seemed in the beginning it didn’t flow as nicely. It was very 3rd person narrative “American packs her clothes” as you get further in the story the author becomes more sure of herself and doesn’t tip toe.
It moves at a good pace a little slow. But I missed the grand hype as to what the big “event” was and why everyone stopped celebrating. She did tie in nicely about the mayors being brothers. And I enjoyed the simmering romance 🙂
The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams – Review by Maikalani Alexander
The Christmas Escape by Belinda Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What do you do when your best friend has a non refundable ticket she can’t get out? You take a vacation of a lifetime !
Half way across the world Lizzie travels to Australia; recently unemployed, looking for a new apartment mows a better time than any.
Immediately after getting off the plane she’s struck HARD by Cupid or maybe a soccer ball. But hey it’s not that different 😉
A fast paced love story with pg romance and swoon worthy characters what’s not to love about this novella.
Enjoy your hot vacation with a quick read and some good hearted fun
Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes (Hot Flash Hookups Book 1) by Marika Ray and Sylvie Stewart – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Hot Flashes and Hockey Slashes by Marika Ray
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Seriously adored this book!
Love a good spicy romance especially when it’s about an adult couple. Roman and Olivia finally get to experience their second chance at life with a partner in their early forties. Life as a professional athlete kept him moving, primped, pressed and primed, ready to go when necessary. Never one to settle down he kept his options open. But when his daughter calls asking for a fever he doesn’t give up the chance to do right by her now that she’s older.
Olivia a fashion mogul on the rise has never considered herself to be “ hot”. But boy is she wrong. With her ex husbands marriage invitation on her counter and two young adults for children she puts her brave face on to attend. What she wasn’t expected was Roman; the man of her dreams to come dashing in ready to be her fake date and so much more.
Highly recommend this fast paced burn friends with benefits story.
I cannot wait for book 2.
The cave of ruin (The Cross of Ciaran Book 3) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Maikalani Alexander
The Cave of Ruin Arsa by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Just when Ciaran thought he escaped and beat his past. He’s being haunted again. The nightmares have come back with an increased vengeance threatening the safety of his unborn twins.
What’s he to do?! How can he fight this magical force
does he give up everything and head back?! Wi the fight come to him.
I couldn’t put book three down I needed to keep going and let me keep you it did not disappoint
Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Cruel King by K.M. Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Sometimes the strongest bonds are forged in anguish and hate. Ava and Mathias despise each other. The agony of having to be near is one another is evident. Their past went up in flames does that mean their future will too?
Forced to watch Ava pursue happiness sours something deep in Mathias gut. Ava forced in close proximity to a man she should hate. But she can’t help this growing attraction.
A fast and fabulous read.
When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve – Review by Maikalani Alexander
When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a wonderful book !! In order to save her life a young girl must travel through different fairy tales searching for the key to unlock her life’s mystery and save it too!
Travel through time and reimagined telling with her epic story building fast paced and detailed. You won’t tire and can’t put it down!
When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve – Review by Maikalani Alexander
When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a wonderful book !! In order to save her life a young girl must travel through different fairy tales searching for the key to unlock her life’s mystery and save it too!
Travel through time and reimagined telling with her epic story building fast paced and detailed. You won’t tire and can’t put it down!
Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Broken. by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
A group of misfit girls brought together by chance and falling into love with the gorgeous men who fight for them !
This second telling pivots to Athena’s friend and brother. Will indigo let her insecurities win? Will she cling Gideon and win against the dark threat that’s lurking?
This is a must read romance; fast and endearing the plot and world building suffice and move at a quick pace
