Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I began this book and wasn’t sure I was gonna like it. The story kinda started slow for me and I wasn’t thrilled with the characters but then I got to Bailey’s date with Tanner and everything changed for me. I couldn’t put the book down. I loved it. Definitely recommend reading it and if it seems slow do not give up at all on it. It really was a great book.
Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Someone To Watch Over Me
By: Debbie Cromack
This is a best friend to lovers book. It features Angelo and Lucia. I absolutely love when this type is done well. When done well I feel like it gives characters with great depth, amazing development and, generally speaking, main characters with absolutely amazing banter between them. This book definitely delivers on all three of those aspects. I felt that Lucia was very heartfelt and that her emotions truly jumped off the page, starting with the initial rejection that she faces. From there, the readers are taken on a fantastic roller coaster of emotions that had me rooting for her to find the happiness and the love that I felt that she really deserved. This was just so very good! I definitely recommended it!
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/71532692-ladies-of-the-links-2″ style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Ladies of the Links #2″ src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1671467790l/71532692._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/71532692-ladies-of-the-links-2″>Ladies of the Links #2</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16790803.Haley_Rhoades”>Haley Rhoades</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5634498214″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This was a great second chance romance. After 5 years Christy and Ryan are reunited while he is rubbing elbows with the elite at his new country club. He’s recently moved into the community when he spots her behind the bar. He’s been doing big things and living his dream of playing in the NFL, but his life is about to change. Christy left after a colossal misunderstanding and never looked back. Now that Ryan is back in her life things are starting to look up. Ryan takes to fatherhood as if he had never been away from them. This was a fun, steamy read that can be read in one sitting. I loved all the characters. I definitely need to go back and read book one to see if I missed anything, but I don’t feel as if I did. Either way this author has just gained another fan and I can’t wait to read more of her works.
<br/><br/>
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/106111308-charlisa-wahtomy-alba”>View all my reviews</a>
Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a pretty good read. I only wish it had a sequel. The story felt incomplete. Like the Prince’s visit and the possibility that he would decided that the Hinterlands could be cast aside and no longer apart of the kingdom was made to be a big part of the plot just for it not to have conclusion. However, Cressida and Caravahl were perfectly matched. Each had a tough life but a big heart the story was full of action, entertainment, wit, and romance. Definitely a good read for those who enjoy fantasy novels.
Acting Counsel by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love picking up books by Morgana Bevan because I know I am going to be fully entertained throughout the entire story. Acting Counsel is no different as I was pulled in on the very first page and read the book in one sitting. I love how relatable the characters are, and the chemistry seriously pops off the page. You can feel the emotions that Catrina and Nathan are going through in each chapter. I’m a sucker for a good romance and with the humor and sass thrown in, this became an instant favorite. I appreciate that the author doesn’t rely on the spicy scenes to carry the bulk of the story, and everything flows nicely. Do yourself a favor and pick up this book as well as the rest of the series!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Married Blind by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have read books by this author before so when I saw Married Blind pop up, I knew I wasn’t going to pass on it. I love their writing style and the way they are able to make a story flow so flawlessly that it plays like a movie in my head. This was a great romance that has quite a few moments that will have you second-guessing what comes next. Abi and Finn have found themselves on a reality show and in a marriage-of-convenience. It seems like they are going to breeze right through faking this relationship, but what happens if one (or both) of them catches real feelings? I loved this read and I think you will too!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love paranormal romance and this author slayed! Getting to see the growth and progression of the MC’s was incredible and I was seriously hooked. Such a well thought out, well executed storyline that gave and gave right to the end. This was another “cannot put it down” books that I didnt want to end!
Acting Counsel by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Acting Counsel: A Close Proximity Hollywood Romance (Kings of Screen Book 3)
I am totally head over heels in love with Nathan. He is charming but spoiled and doesn’t know how to accept no, especially when it comes to Catrina. I think most women would wish they were pursued like that by an Adonis.
Catrina had her life planned, she was going to work her butt off until she made Partner in the law firm. But a two chance encounters change everything.
The moments in Scotland were my favorite. They were both free to be themselves and enjoy one another without feeling like they were being watched at all times.
I cannot wait to get my hands on Jackson’s story. Think it is going to be amazing.
Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Cressida grew up with an abusive father. No matter what she did, he was always angry with her. Once he was basically on his deathbed, he forced her into an arranged marriage with the Baron of the Hinterlands, Caravahl. All Cressida wanted to do was be free to become whatever she wanted to be so instantly she was resentful of her new home and life.
Caravahl never wanted to be married. Being the Baron of the Hinterlands was a curse in his mind, one he felt he should bare alone so when his hand was forced, he reluctantly welcomed Cressida as his new wife. They came to an agreement to be spouse in name only for now and she was to help him as the Baroness of the lands.
The prince and his guests decided to make an unexpected visit causing the couple to pretend to be the newlyweds everyone thought they should be. Cressida takes her role as Baroness seriously but there seems to be more darkness in the Hinterlands then she originally thought. Something seems amiss and sinister but with Caravahl keeping his dark past a secret, Cressida can only do so much to succeed in her new role and help the Hinterlands and its people.
I really enjoyed this book although it was not as dark as the synopsis lets on. The first half of the book seemed to be progressing slowly. A slow burn romance while the couple are discovering how to be married. The second half of the book is when it gets more exciting. It is very easy to fall in love with Cressida and Caravahl. Cressida has no self confidence and feels like she is worthless thanks to her father telling her so for years but that still doesn’t stop her from gracefully becoming what she needs to be. Caravahl is used to having all the weight on his shoulders alone so when Cressida offers to help, he has trouble letting her in. Their relationship takes time which makes it very refreshing to watch grow.
Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This is an interesting story full of the paranormal and romance. Cressida has had a hard life. Her mother has passed and her father is controlling and abusive. Now he makes her life even harder by marrying Cressida off to a stranger, a baron from another land. Cressida takes this in stride and does her duty. Yet soon she finds that this new world and its people have stolen her heart but all is not as it should be. As Cressida and Caravahl try to find their way an evil is trying to take what it wants. It was nice to be along for their adventure but I did not fall in love with the characters. For me there was more telling than showing in their story and I did not get lost in this world but there is a good amount of character development and the plot does move at a good pace. It was nice to see Cressida and Caravahl learn to fight for what is truly important. We see their strength and what it can achieve if given the chance.
Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Bailey’s brother Dayton has taken it upon himself to be Bailey’s self improvement guru. He’s designed a list of her flaws and ways to overcome them. I mean, who wouldn’t want a brother as awesome as Dayton?
Bailey is sassy and a bit immature. She flirts her way into a dinner date every night but never goes with the same guy. She loves food and someday wants to travel the world and write a food blog. All these non-committal dates are starting to come back to bite her hiney though. Lots of jaded guys who see they were taken for a free meal.
Then Tanner starts to frequent the froyo shop where Bailey works and she finds herself committed to a dinner date with him. She can’t get out of it because of the list. Bailey will soon learn that things may not be as they appear and it’s going to take a lot of introspection on her part to see it.
This was a super fun read that young adults will enjoy. It’s a very clean book, one that I wouldn’t have any qualms about letting a 12 year old read (not sure a younger age would enjoy it as much). There are moments where I was laughing at loud and other times I felt that Bailey needed to be turned over someone’s knee (even though she’s in her 20’s). She’s such a spoiled brat!! LOL
Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book surprised me. The name is actually what caught my attention first. Then reading the little blurb, I decided to give it a go. I am so glad I did. Ben’s story is one that was hard to hear. His personal demons, his determination to keep his family together and maintain a “normal life”… And then there’s Caden… This story is one that hurt my heart, then slowly healed it. I was here for it all. If you’re okay with MM romance and some mention of domestic abuse and alcoholism, you should absolutely read this book!
Review by @ MandaKelly
Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I couldn’t put this book down, I needed to know what was going to happen next. The writing in this book made me feel so many emotions!!! I haven’t read a book in a while that’s had me so emotionally invested in *most* of the characters. I hated characters, I loved characters, I rooted for people and rooted against people. It was sad and happy and so good. The warning in the beginning of the story should not be ignored! I have dealt with a few of the things in this book in real life and it did stir up some feelings!
Twisted Bond by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh I just love paranormal romances with a forbidden or romeo and Juliet type bond. Also I love wolf and witch type romances. This was definitely right up my alley. I love how the author is able to bring the characters to life and make the reader feel as though you are right there. The balance of adventure and drama along with the romance was just right. The author was able to create a world that was fiery and tumultuous. The chemistry between the characters is electric. I really was on the edge of my seat anxious to see how the whole story would unfold. I will definitely be reading more from this author in the future.
Reviewed by @caraleeloonatDa
View all my reviews
Acting Counsel by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Catrina and Nathan met at a bar by chance on a Friday night and had a one night fling. Come to find out Nathan is Catrina’s new client and mega movie star. Catrina is hoping that with Nathan’s acquisition of Starlight Studios that this will show the law firm she works for that she will be the perfect partner. However the connection between her and Nathan is strong. Nathan hopes there can be more to their relationship after the acquisition is done however Catrina doesn’t want to chance her job.
Ladies of the Links #2 by Haley Rhoades
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Really sweet story of previous high school sweethearts who were separated six-ish years prior, and run into each other unexpectedly at an event. Having not read anything by Haley Rhoades previously, I kept expecting a dramatic turn of events to occur, someone cheating or throwing a wrench in the couple rekindling their love, and was pleasantly surprised to read just an enjoyable story. The supporting characters (siblings and best friends) are fun and everything you want in a bff, and the touch of “magic”, if you will, is done tastefully and adds something special to the story.
Very enjoyable, quick read!
Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a cute and funny young adult romance novel. I loved the setting up i Flagstaff, AZ – a great community for a setting! Bailey and her brother made me giggle – their relationship is a hoot – he really takes looking after his sister seriously. His list he has for her on ways to improve helped her to develop over the course of the book. Bailey learned a lot about herself, especially when she was set up with the weird guy who was always at the yogurt shop where she worked. She learns to not judge a book by it’s cover, for sure!
Acting Counsel by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Acting Counsel is the third in the Kings of the Screen series. Catrina Sinclair works as an associate in a law firm, and tries to follow the rules. Nathan Logan is a playboy actor who is trying to purchase a production studio.
Catrina and Logan have previously met. Catrina learns after their weekend tryst; Nathan is her newest client. When Catrina tries to keep their relationship all business, Nathan tries his best to convince her that no one will know.
This fast-paced romance kept me from beginning to end, along with the chemistry and tension between Catrina and Logan. This is a must read!
Sacrifice Bunt by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Zara has her career and her love and leave them attitude but there is only man that has managed to get under her skin is Noah Ashe, since college and him walking in on her in a compromising position and walking away she has had this innate compulsion to fight with him. So when Hannah her best friend asks her to fill in for her in big business meeting will she make it through dinner or kill Noah.
Noah has had feelings for Zara ever since her found her in his apartment in college naked waiting for his room mate, over the years it has become a cat and mouse game with her to annoy her as much as possible his own kind of foreplay, but when she accompanies him to a business deal he cant let his pent up attraction hid anymore and with the single kiss his world is spinning out of control on its axis, but when Zara shuts him down will he get a second chance.
Zara is still dreaming about the kiss but can she break her own rules and decide to give Noah a try or will it end in tears and ruin friendships.
This is the second book in the Ground Rule series and is absolutely brilliant. I am glad that these two characters are the second story as you get a hint of the frustration of these two characters in the first book but they just explode off the page in this book.
I always love a strong female character and Zara is that to a tee but it is always lovely to see the vulnerable side and the fact that she is lonely and that Noah fills that void without her really understanding or knowing that she needed it was brilliant to read. Noah’s character although is tough and strong alpha having flaws with him was lovely to read and be empathic with a male mental health is now coming to the forefront.
Although as I said this is the second book in the series this book can be read as a standalone but I recommend reading the first book and get to see the blossoming relationship of Celia and Kyle. Thank you for this story and hope to read more in the future.
Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was fantastic! It shows a great internal struggle, of a person that is fighting with themselves and putting on an outward appearance, so no one will judge him. Ben has been “cured” recently in therapy still fights with himself everyday. It gets even harder when Caden walks in. Ben had it all to the outside world and people judged him thinking he just wanted someone knew. Does he finally decided to be who he was meant to be?
A Way Out by Tami Lund
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed reading this romance story. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. A story where several offers turn into something that neither character saw coming. What will fate have in store for Oz and Maria? They are really great characters and their chemistry is great to watch. They pull you into their world and keep me engaged to the end. I enjoyed watching their growth that made the story easy to read. A fast paced romance story, you don’t want to miss. It is entertaining to read and hard to put down. I really enjoyed this story and I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1): A Small Town Fake Relationship Romance by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in The Vine Valley series. It’s a fun quick second chance romance, with the main characters being Phoebe and Laurent. They have great chemistry together and a pact to marry when they are forty. All the characters are very well written and will keep you turning the pages. If you love a good romance book, then you’re in for a treat.
Twisted Bond by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rose, a member of the wolf bane clan is about to go undercover as a possible suitor to Titan who has a gaggle of girls invited to his castle to be his possible wife. Everyone has a special gift bur only Rose is truly a threat but no one knows what she is.
Can she hide what she is and save her clan from the suppression they’ve faced for years..
And will Titan choose to continue his rein much like his father and make theultimate sacrifice or perhaps has he found a new future among his many potential brides
This story is extremely interesting and the chemistry is palpable. Can’t wait to see what happens !
My Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is my first book by author Anna Gomez and I am very impressed. I would definitely check out some of her other stories. This story follows Tessa in her journey through life with love. It was a very heartfelt story. There is so much but it fits perfectly and shows you a life that you couldn’t imagine. Definitely recommend!
Sacrifice Bunt by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed the first book from the Ground Rule series so I figured this one would have to be a great one as well. It did not disappoint. It can be read as a stand alone but I do recommend reading the first book so you know a bit of back story about some of characters. Noah has never forgotten Zara, not that she could be forgotten after their experience together. This is a super fun romantic sports story.
House of Arsceneaux by Caterina Novelliere
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
House Of Arsceneaux
By: Caterina Novelliere
Review by: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars
I had so much fun reading House of Arsceneaux by Caterina Novelliere! This is my absolute favorite genre and I cannot pass up a good Vampire romance, but what I got was so much more! Novelliere beautifully weaves in Creole and Celtic cultures in a realistic and well researched way. She also expertly connects all aspects of this book, from past to future and from vampire to fae! House of Arsceneaux is attention grabbing and addicting, Caitlin and Gage’s journey was so much fun to go on! I loved reliving their pasts! I’ve never read anything from this amazing author before but I can’t wait to read another one of her books! She absolutely nailed it in my opinion and reminded me why I want to be an author! Thank you so much Caterina Novelliere!
Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a very emotionally charged story. There were a lot of ups and downs in this book and I was taken on a rollercoaster of emotions. This book isn’t only about Ben’s struggle with self love and mental anguish, it is also about abuse and expectations of others. This book dives into some sensitive subjects that may trigger some people. This story flowed well and pulled me right in. There is great character growth and I had such a hard time putting this book down. This is the first book I have read by this author and I look forward to reading more.
Sacrifice Bunt by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This series is nothing but amazing. I loved the first book and wasn’t sure I’d enjoy this one as much. Boy was I wrong. Zara and Noah made an appearance in the first book and they finally have their shot to tell their story. Zara is probably one of the strongest female characters I’ve been able to stand reading. I loved her from the beginning. She is the type of girl who isn’t looking for love. She wants to get what she needs and move on. She met Noah many years ago in college and thought he didn’t remember who she was. Boy was she wrong. There was a reason why he left her standing there after the fire the way he did. He wanted nothing more than to get to know her but, everyone has some baggage / stressful things they can’t bare. When Noah and Zara finally have to be in the same room without any buffers the sparks will fly. Zara tries to push Noah away at every turn but, Noah is a lot stronger and a lot more patient then she thinks. This was such a great 5+ star read. Cannot wait to read the next book.
Review by @xchellex
Stalked by the Devil: BWWM Thriller by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Stalked by the Devil by Stacey-DeAnne is available now!
⭐️⭐️⭐⭐ Book Review
Stalked by the Devil is part of the “To Kiss a Stalker” series but can easily be read as a standalone. I personally have not read any other novels written by this author and had no troubles making it through this one. Stacey-DeAnne is known to bring versatile stories full of passion, thrills, emotion, and intriguing characters to the table. You never know what you are going to get. Stalked by the Devil was nothing less. This fast paced, suspenseful love triangle was full of intensity. Just when I thought I knew who the stalker was, another twist happened and once again I found myself wrong. The story was so well written, you couldn’t figure out who to trust and who to blame. The characters were realistic. The females in the story were bold and packed a punch. Keith was arrogant and I was not a fan, but doesn’t every novel have one of those? Although this was not my typical genre, I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and would recommend it to any friend looking for a quick unpredictable thriller.
House of Arsceneaux by Caterina Novelliere
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I loved Caitlin and Gage’s story—fast-paced super natural romance. Caitlin is a modern woman who sets off on a job assignment only to find herself drawn to Gage, who unbeknownst to her, is her husband from her previous life. The author did a fabulous job with her world-building. I can not wait to read more by this author.
