Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ok so I will admit I might have squealed a little when this book became available! I absolutely love this series. These characters are strong and wonderful. I loved reading this story. The women are the best parts of this series. This story is a look into how they became who they did.
The Rom Com Movie Club – Book One by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book. Just the title of this book pulled me in, but let me tell you it was more than I hoped. There was a cute meet, misunderstandings, friends, family, and insta-love. Lisa and Ryan are perfect. The whole cast of characters is just wonderful. The only thing that I am upset about is that I have to wait a month before the next one comes out. If you love Rom Coms this book is for you.
Devlin by Angela K. Parker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This forbidden office romance was so good. Devlin is cocky and the last person Eve would consider dating. Eve is someone Devlin can’t get involved with even if he wanted a relationship, which he doesn’t. They can’t deny the desire they feel. There are definitely twists and turns I didn’t see coming in this book. I just could seem to put it down.
Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am definitely a fan of this author. I was captivated immediately. Damien and Evie are two lost souls that meet for a second chance. Two different worlds collide for this action packed story. Undercover he doesn’t want to risk her safety. Stubborn she won’t give up. Who will win the battle?
Hate You Later by Ciara Blume
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I just loved this book! Georgia and Hudson are as different as the dog and cat they respectively own. This rom com had me in stitches at their antics. Both main characters are stubborn and unwilling to admit what is right in front of them. The online chats were perfect and so realistic. I can’t wait to tear into the next book.
Defying Ella by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Although this is the 4th book in the True Platinum Series, this is the first one I have read. It totally worked as a standalone. Jared and Ella are so different. Their constant fighting on the tour is noticed by everyone. So when the two of them get snowed in together no one is sure if either will come out alive. Can they survive each other? Will they get to the true bottom of their problems? I just loved this story. It was very raw and open. I could not put it down.
Fighting Chance by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ok so I could not put this one down. Kendall is a sports reporter and also the daughter of a retired fighter. Chad is an underground fighter that really doesn’t want the attention a reporter would bring. The attraction they both feel is undeniable. She does not want to date a fighter and he is being trained by her dad. Will they be able to stay apart? Will she be able to discover his secrets?
Boss’s Vendetta: Dark Mafia Romance by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
So this is my first book by this author, and man it did not disappoint. I was captured immediately within its pages. Salvatore Larussio never planned to be the Boss but that is where he has found himself. He must lead the family after an attack at a wedding. Adrianna is the doctor they have employed to patch them up. Salvatore can’t seem to fight the growing attraction to her. She has her own secrets though. Will her secrets destroy them or save them?
A Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh I just adored this book. Kylee Parker is a Philly police officer. She is strictly by the book and all about following the rules. Jayson Donovan on the other hand is on the other side of the law. The chemistry between these two flies off the pages. How can two people with totally different backgrounds find a common ground? Will the flames ignite them or destroy them?
WE Blend by Willa Drew
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Such a good story. El and Will have such great chemistry. El just wants to put her music out there but her parents don’t think she can handle the spotlight. Will is trying everything he can to help his mom get the care that she needs, but falling for his dad’s step daughter was not a part of the plan. He just can’t seem to resist the pull towards El and the music that they create together. What will happen when El finds out who he really is and why he is there? I can’t wait to read the next book in the Falling for the Rockstar’s Daughter series.
Battling Beckett: A Contemporary Step Brother Romance by T. Christensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Greer is starting her senior year at a new school and in a new house, well mansion is a better description. Her and her mom have moved in with her mom’s wealthy fiancé and his son. Beckett seems determined to make Greer’s life more difficult. All she wants is to fly under the radar for the next 9 months, but Beckett runs hot and cold. It doesn’t help that despite the fact he is a jerk to her she finds herself increasingly attracted to him. Can they survive their senior year? Will the attraction win? I really enjoyed this book. It was a little of a slow start but definitely picked up.
Master Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Who doesn’t love a great vampire series? The Masters of the Consulate series is just that, great. Romano is suspected of turning on the Consulate. He is determined to clear his name and show he is not involved with those witches and traitors. Things don’t exactly go as planned once he sees Raven. She’s not only a witch but also the niece of the witch that has it out for them. Can he deny the attraction or will he succumb to her charms?
Master Trentino by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This series of books is so good. The 3rd book in the Masters of the Consulate series is just as intriguing as the first 2. Angel is the sister of the Consulate enemies. Trentino finds her in a pool of blood and must break the rules to save her. The chemistry between them is instant and undeniable. Can they resist the pull between them? I know I can’t resist the pull of the story in these books. On to book 4!
Tropical Date by R.S. Jonesee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Who doesn’t love a good second chance romance. Marissa Sinclair is working on opening her art gallery when her ex Weston shows up and turns her world upside down. He is now a billionaire and has no interest in settling down, but Marissa is someone he just can’t seem to get out of his system. Will they give each other a second chance? The book was enjoyable and a quick read.
Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Aloha series box set is 3 separate stories set in Hawaii in the 1960’s. The descriptions of the islands and its rich history are captivating. The characters in each story are connected and well developed. You can feel the emotion on each page. You can feel not only the connection with the characters but also with the islands themselves.
Ashes by M.K. Harkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What is better than a modern fairytale retelling? When you give Cinderella (Ashley in this story) spunk and you make Prince Charming (Harry) a famous pop star. I loved this story. The characters were charming yet very real and the twists were intriguing. I definitely can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
Hard Lover by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 2nd book in the Houston After Dark series, while I have not read the first book I didn’t really feel like I was missing anything. Callie has had a crush on her brother’s best friend, Noah, for years. He only sees her that way, or so she thought. Noah is starting to realize he wants Callie even though he shouldn’t. Will he give into temptation or will he allow his past to dictate his future? I will most definitely be reading the rest of this series. Warning for glasses wearing folks, the steamy nature of this book might fog up those glasses. You have been warned.
Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This 2 in 1 book is so cute. Both books are about 2 friends, Conifer and Spike. These 2 stories were both about how together friends can face difficult or scary things. I loved how in each book the one struggling was different, showing kids that sometimes we need to help our friends and sometimes we need to let them help us. My grandkids adore dinosaurs and I can’t wait to read this to them.
Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ok first I will say that going on a blind date in a completely dark restaurant is odd but kind of intriguing at the same time. This book was great. Jake wants to find someone to love him for him, not his money. Lauren is always working with no social life to speak of. Their friends set them up on a blind date at the blind date restaurant. When Lauren finds out that her date is her boss’s friend whom she has met previously she is concerned. The last thing she wants is to seem like a gold digger. Will they hit it off? Will he give her a chance knowing she is just an assistant? I can’t wait to read the next book in this series!
My Darling Rogue by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I adore historical romance and this one definitely did not disappoint. This is the first book by this author but I assure you it will not be that last! Lady Celia is looking for something she has yet to find, a man who will be all that she needs and wants and who will look past her secret that could ruin her. Gabriel Rose is a unique man in society. He is a bastard yet he is still accepted. He wants Celia even though he shouldn’t. When his life takes an abrupt turnaround, he is elevated to a marquess, he pursues her. Can he look past her secrets? Gabriel his such a great character. I love how he knows just how to push Celia’s buttons yet would do anything to protect her from anyone, even herself.
Scandalously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Kristopher Simon was the Titan that had it all or so it seems. His marriage was basically over so all he has is his kids and his career. He was ready to dine with this marriage after all his wife had put him through. Then he met Alessia Johnston at a medical convention. He would be her boss so he knew he should stay away. He couldn’t resist her any more than she could resist him. Things begin to spiral and it seems like they will never find their way to each other. I loved this book. To hear Krisopher story at long last and understand him more.
Victoriously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh Jonas! I have been waiting for this story. Jonas, the bad boy that would never settle down like some of the other titans has recently done. Kenzie was a blast from the past, but would she be his undoing or would he be hers? Will the past haunt them both forever? Could they forgive each other and themselves?
Fairly Royal by Grace Grahme
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Fair series I have read. I didn’t feel like I was missing anything so definitely could be a stand alone. Highly enjoyable book. Phillip is part of the peerage. He is the oldest so settling down and having kids needs to be on his to do list, but he has been burned before so he keeps to himself. Anne has been in love with Phillip, her brother’s best friend for the last 10 years. Will he ever see her as more than his friend’s little sister? Can they find a future together? Will their secrets tear them apart? I am now going to need to go read all the other books in this series!
Rivals by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
have loved this series so much. I never knew how much I needed the Mafia in my life until these books. Mia is a New York mob boss’s daughter who just wants out. Not of the mafia just from away from her family. Safe. For that to happen she needs protection. Nico is fine on his own, or at least he thought he was. Mia is a force all her own and she wants Nico. Will he take her up on her offer? I am so sad that this series is over. I see me rereading them in the future!
Murder Most Pemberley by Jessica Berg
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love nothing more than a good Pride and Prejudice variation and this one was great. Eliza Darcy is the descendant of our favorite Elizabeth and Mr Darcy. She travels from America to meet her relatives at Pemberley and things seem fine until people start dying. Eliza, with her love of Agatha Christie, can’t help but try and solve the mystery. I just loved the characters.
Let It Be Love by N.D. Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh man who doesn’t love a good small town romance with a twist. The twist is falling in love with a pop star. Kiki and Eric are just so cute! I love the struggle in the book. Everything is way harder when you throw a famous person in the mix. Will they be able to beat the odds and find the love they deserve but never thought they would find?
Paige and the Reluctant Artist by Darci Garcia
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Such a sweet story. Paige is trying to get past her previous relationship. She is just there to do a job. She was not going to fall for a client. Mark doesn’t care about the money his art could bring. Paige is intriguing. Can he win her heart? Can he break down her walls?
Key To His Heart by Kristina Beck
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh man, I loved this book. It just gave me all the feels. TJ and Katrina are perfect. They are sweet and loving. They both know what they want, but will their insecurities and their pasts keep them apart?
Love in the Roses by T.L. Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is such an engaging book. Isabel is such a beautiful character. Her spirit and mind are so refreshing. The medieval setting was well written and the perfect backdrop to this arranged marriage between houses. Can happiness be found in this situation? Can love?
Blood & Vengeance by A.D. Brazeau
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 2nd book in the Casket Girls series. I love Desiree so much. She is so strong and determined to live her life on her own terms. Then Jaxon comes into their life. Desiree does not want any man much less a vampire. Can he change her mind? Will they be able to survive the latest threat to the peaceful existence they want to live?
