Ocean’s Three by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I loved the continuation of Joss, Cameron and Reed’s story. I knew when they finally met, things would get hot and I am so glad I was not wrong. The three of them share such a strong and intimate bond, despite not meeting before the cruise ship. I love the paranormal aspect to the story. It’s very fitting. You should give this series a try asap!
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A century has passed since Connor O’Brien became a vampire against his will. As a result of decades of hatred and rage, Connor only cares about protecting his family and gaining revenge on the one who stole his humanity. Then he saw Niamh. The moment he saw the beautiful sidhe princess and heard her sing, his heart ached to possess her.
Despite being the sole heir to Emerald City Under the Mound, Niamh el Ri’ili spends her days locked away at the shining court and her nights playing fiddle across the veil in the world of men. All of that changed the night she met the vampire Connor O’Brien. Because of him, her long-dormant hand of power awakens in a new world of blood and sun. As supernatural forces fan their appetites and desires, a web of courtly intrigue and seduction entangles them.
Suddenly, an old foe arises when they are least expecting it. Niamh is robbed of her memories and power, and hidden away in the world of men – away from the safety of the Other World.
Are Connor’s affections enough to break Niamh’s spell and keep her from fading into oblivion?
Welcoming the exciting new installment of Hadley Thorne’s Tapestry of Worlds, a thrilling story of earthly pleasures and spellbinding magic, courts ruled the immortals, fae, vampires, and other kindred.
In addition to writing metaphysical fiction and paranormal romance, Hadley Thorne is the founder and CEO of WYRDRealities Network. In her stories, Hadley uses realism, myth, and magic to create believable and magical worlds. Her interests include history, working with energy flows, ley lines, Reiki, researching various types of anomalous phenomena, exploring her spirituality, and learning about her ancestors. Her series, Tapestry of Worlds, depicts a post-apocalyptic Louisiana and Mississippi landscape set during modern times. With a blend of modern realism and magic fantasy elements, Thorne reinvents an old tale of good versus evil.
Born and raised in Mississippi, Hadley considers herself a seeker of long-forgotten truths. She respects all religious paths but has found her personal connection with God when she is experiencing the natural world. She describes herself as a dream journeyer, a weaver of the flows, a phoenix soul, a guardian, and a conjurer of Wyrd.
Besides creating new worlds, Hadley Thorne is developing a podcasting network that weaves storytelling, truth-seeking, and the pursuit of mystical knowledge. The podcast originally launched on Halloween 2020 and was named Wyrd (with a “y”) Realities with the aim of talking to other creative types about where their inspiration comes from.
Under My Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another hit! This is the second book by Dunn I have read, and again, I would recommend picking it up. I couldn’t put this book down. It had a little bit of everything: suspense, secrets, medicine, danger, and love. Will Rowena and Pete have a love story or their own? Will they survive the dangers they face? You’ll have to pick up the book to find out, but it is worth it.
Braving Lily by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really enjoy reading books by this author. Braving Lily was no exception. It was wonderful! It makes you feel happy, sad, disappointed, ect. The author sets you up like an amusement park ride. You wait in line, you get one the ride, then you’re off on an adventure.
Lily is a pop/rock star who has anything but a normal life. She wants love, happiness, stability, and most importantly privacy. But how can she do that when she’s always been hounded by paparazzi. Maybe auctioning a date with her for charity would do the trick. That was till the date didn’t show.
Rhys is a man who doesn’t want to be back in the dating world, despite his mother’s insistence. His wife and best friend betrayed him, why would he want to go through that again? When his mother ambushes him with a popstar, he doesn’t want to waste his time. Well that was till she showed on his doorstep demanding to know why he stood her up.
After reluctantly offering to go for coffee out of guilt, he never expected that one hour could change his life. They both saw each other for who they were and not the persona they needed to present. She was leaving soon and he wanted more time, so how does this work?
The author takes the reader on a journey of healing and acceptance, for both parties.
I look forward to reading the next book in this series. Yes, I said series. However these books read very well as standalone novels as well. So don’t hesitate to jump in!
Rogue by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was so excited to read book six in this amazing series. Another fast paced, paranormal, Celtic, romance jam packed with action. The author again does an amazing job of showing multiple POV’s which really gives you insight into both the main characters. The author did a great job of summarizing the previous 5 books and characters histories, but without it feeling like a full blown recap. It’s done in a brief way, so that readers of the previous books don’t feel bored, but new readers don’t feel overwhelmed. We have Baz and Delaney, two very unlikely partners, but they have amazing chemistry together. Baz was such the bad boy with a heart of gold, he had been dealt a rough hand, not finding his talisman before he turned 28 and had to make a tough choice about his future. Delaney was such an awesome role model, a hardworking heroine who was a talisman, but had also trained as a warrior. This was story full of twists and turns and as always I love that it is set in my home state Montana. I absolutely recommend that if you love action, paranormal, Celtic mythology and steamy romance, this is the book and series for you.
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the second book I have read by the talented Isla Vaughn. The first being the prequel to this duet, Savage Start. While not necessary to read it to understand this book it is helpful. Savage Lies picks up one year after the events of the prequel, and while the events of it are mentioned no background is given to give a full understanding of the heat and thus hatred that fuels Riley and Cole.
Riley and Cole are both seniors at Hidden Valley Academy in Santa Monica, California. Riley and her mother never hit a place twice and yet for some reason they have returned here of all places. While she looks different this time Riley still remembers everything that happened the first time, including the amazing soul changing kiss with the stranger at the beach party. Cole still dreams of the little thief from the beach party, with the perfect little body that perfectly fit against his. Now a senior Cole has one goal make it through the year and escape his father, at least until he unknowingly meets his same little thief on the first day of school. While Riley recognizes him, he was drunk the first time and thus clueless now, though he feels something familiar about her tugging in the shadows of his memory. After a conversation with his dad its revealed that Riley’s mom is his dad’s new girlfriend. In his mind that means one thing only, she is trouble, and he needs to make sure they are gone quickly. Only they have invaded every part of each other’s minds. With a determination to both have her and destroy her Cole makes it known around their school that Riley is off limits. To Riley he makes if very clear that she already belongs to him so she might as well face it. Riley feels betrayed and abandoned for the first time in her life, her mom has always been her best friend and filled her in on everything but after nearly 18 years she is telling Riley to turn her back on everything she was raised to do and remember and be a normal teenager. To go out for the diving team, to go to parties, have friends, enjoy living her life like a normal girl.
Can Riley survive being the target of Cole Savage? Is Riley’s mom really trying to be normal after all this time? What does normal mean to a girl raised like Riley was? I loved the prequel and impatiently waited for the main books to come out and I was not disappointed. Savage Lies continues to build the world of Cole and Riley, giving more insight to their desires, and hatred. The cliffhanger once again had me on the edge of my seat and I can’t wait for the final part of the duet Savage Truth, April 27th, 2023.
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantastic first read by this author. I cannot wait for the next book in this series. Well written that you do not want to put the book down. I picked up the book not expecting to finish it in one setting. The hate between the main characters that keeps drawing them back to one another is well done. The enemies-to-lover is great in this dark bully romance. Riley and Cole hate one another, yet the attraction to one another remains. There is angst, tension, drama, bullying, lies, jealousy, and secrets. Once you pick it up you will not want to put it down.
The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reverse age gap, sports romance! I’m a former tennis player I always enjoy a book with tennis involved, brings back memories.
Flynn, motivational speaker/former tennis player runs into Chavez, professional tennis player at their therapist office. Well that tells you right now they both have some things to work through you. Flynn says yes to being his tennis coach and mental fitness coach and well.. that makes things complicated.
This book has wonderful banter, suspense, drama, and steam
The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was a genuine surprise and I’m happy I took the time to read it. Had me hooked on the character chemistry, surprising turns and you’ll be happy you read this book. Great read!
Just One Time by Samantha Baca
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Nate and Abby been friends since they were children and now their 40. Abby wants to be a mom and is single. She ends up getting pregnant. They are getting close during pregnancy. They have some breakups. Will they make it work or will their relationship and friendship come to an end.
Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book has it all. It has comedic banter, romance, spice, a big sexy strong male character with a heart of gold, and a witty independent fun female character that you wish was your BFF. I can’t think of anything critical to even say about this book. I’ve always enjoyed this authors writing and I’m sitting on the edge of my seat waiting to dive into the sequel to revisit some of the characters touched upon in this book. I can’t wait.
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is totally keeping me on the edge of my seat. You know when you are getting close to the end of the book and you realize there is no way everything can be wrapped up in the amount of book left, yep that happened. The tension between Riley and Cole is so thick. They hate each other, but they can’t seem to get past the attraction. Who will be able to discover the truth first about what is really going on?
Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the prequel to the Hidden Valley Elite Series. This was a super quick read that was full of so very much. Riley was used to change, so moving to a new town right before her junior year was just what she had come to expect from her life. Things didn’t seem normal though in this new place. Then she met Cole. She knew that she would not be here long enough to get to know him but a girl could dream. Would this time be different and she would actually be able to stay? Would her or Cole’s life ever be the same after this summer?
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so incredibly well written that once you start the book it will feel like within a bind of an eye it was done. This book is fast paced and keeps you turning pages as quickly as you can. I almost felt like I was skimming the pages with how fast I was devouring the words. The banter between characters adds to the charm this book has. Yes, I said charm; because even though this is a bully romance it does has a warm feeling of charm to it. The push pull dynamic between the characters is spot on and hit all my feels. There is a prequel to this book but you don’t have to read it in order to pick this one up. I would recommend reading it because it does give some background information that you won’t feel is missing if you don’t know about it but would help if you do know about it. This book does leave you wanting more not only because of how amazing it was but because you actually want to know more and what happens. This book read like a dream and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a fast paced, jammed packed, bully romance; that can be finished in a few hours. Seriously, you will read it that quickly because you wont be able to put it down.
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Just One Time by Samantha Baca
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book had every bit the sweet Romantic hometown/ best friends to lovers feel. I loved it all from start to finish and my heart had many swoon worthy moments.
Abby was sweet and relatable. You wanted her happy ending. Nate brought the steam and touch of jealousy all the while being handsome and sweet. When he offers to help with her baby dreams they find that once was not enough and maybe there could be more. Question is will they find their way before it’s too late!
The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Silent Road is about a guy named Dan who is working through a divorce, trying to manage his daughter, his job, and everything seems to be piling onto him all at once, especially when he is pulled over and for the first time is unable to talk his way out of a ticket, having his truck impounded, and being escorted back to his home base by a police officer. Dan hasn’t gotten a license or his CDL’s due to being dyslexic but nobody has paid enough attention, until now, to him to notice. I originally picked this book up for that reason, I come from a family of truckers, and they meet a big part of our nations needs. If I had carefully read the book blurb and realized that this involved a male to male relationship I probably wouldn’t have picked it up just because that’s usually not my scene but if I hadn’t I would have missed out on a good book. I definitely enjoyed reading about Dans transformation, from an openly aggressive homophobe, to an openly gay man, after some of the things he witnesses Jake go through on the road and how much he had changed toward the end of the book and was willing to admit his faults and do better if Jake would just give him a chance. This was a book that covered some tough subjects from an original, well written point of view.
Just One Time by Samantha Baca
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Just One Time by Samantha Baca was pretty much everything that you would want in a best friend romance story. Nate and Abby have been friends forever. They never really gave it a thought when it came to coupling up. But when Abby decided she wanted nothing more than to be a mom, Nate stepped up without so much as blinking. Will the pair be able to do this or will things get messy? The chemistry between nate and Abby was so strong you could feel it. They were hilarious together and I found myself laughing out loud. I really enjoyed this book and I’m looking forward to the rest of the series.
Just One Time by Samantha Baca
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was such a sweet romance story, and a first read by this author. I loved her writing. This was an easy book to get into and a quick read for me. It has everything you could want out of a romance book and more. You should check this out soon, especially if you’re a romance lover. I can’t wait to see what else this author has for us.
The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I strongly suggest you check out this author and book if you are at all interested in MM romance that isn’t just erotica. Some reviewers mention wishing that this book was from multiple perspectives, but the first person perspective is one of the things I love about this story. There are so many things to love though. The characters are believable, the the family dynamics are emotional, the storyline is unique, and the romance gets hot! Check this book out and you won’t be sorry.
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Though I’m not always one for a darker romance, I was immediately intrigued by the story. There’s a deeper air of intrigue to the way the author has told this story that goes deeper than your typical bully romance. While all the usual elements of a dark romance, this story isn’t lacking in spice and heat from the actual story itself. The chapters are told in alternating perspectives of our main characters and we get a look into their sides of things. Definitely one of the best books I’ve read this year, I’m going to be on the lookout for the sequel!
Under My Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Under My Care
By R.L. Dunn
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This is the 3rd book in the Chase Care series, but my first. So this can totally be read on it’s own, I didn’t feel like I was lost on anything because I hadn’t, read the others. I really enjoyed this book, it was one of those page turners that kept me wanting to know what was going to happen next! I’m not going to spoil it for you, ( I hate spoilers) Now I’m off to read more n the series!
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Savage Lies by Isla Vaughn is the first book in the Hidden Valley Elite series, following the prequel Savage Start. In this story, it picks up where some time has passed since Cole and Damon lost their mother. They blame their father and his inability to be faithful to their mother for her taking her life. But when Cole finds out who his father is seeing and connects the dots to Riley’s mother, he decides to make it his mission to run Riley and her mother off. The tension between Cole and Riley is fierce as they toy with each other and it is so gripping, it was hard to put this book down. I am anticipating diving right into the second book next to see where it goes next.
Braving Lily by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is the latest in the series and is a great addition. I loved the two main characters and the chemistry between them. On paper, they really shouldn’t have worked so well and yet you could not deny the pull between them. I thought the story suited them perfectly and I wanted to see how things would turn out.
This is still a relatively new author to me and I have really enjoyed getting familiar with her writing style. The pacing of her books is good and I find myself connecting with the storylines with ease. I am definitely looking forward to reading more of her work.
Your Trainer Says Hi! by Indie Sparks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this story once i was able to feel like I understood more of who and what was happening. This starts off very quickly which was a great attention grabber but I almost felt like I was missing something to start off with but maybe it was just me at the time of reading.
After about a chapter I was hooked and really loved our main character Nadine. She’s got an attitude but also tough on herself and I felt that we had that in common.
This really had all a romance story needed and more, it had a bit of it all. I loved her best friend and Wick really won me over with the little bits and pieces we learn of him on a personal level. He really tried to be Nadine’s balance.
The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book took me down a turn I didn’t even imagine when I started reading it. At the beginning we meet Dan who has an ex-wife that shoulders all the disappointment in him and a daughter who thinks he hangs the moon but may not actually show up for her due to his job. He happens to be a long haul trucker that gets pulled over by a state trooper and detained for driving without a cdl. After his boss bails him out of jail he gives him no other option to drive than with an instructor, namely Jake, the person he definitely does not want to be around. However, Dan has no choice if he wants to raise the money for his daughter’s tuition for college.
As we follow Dan and Jake you can feel the sexual tension rise in the air from both of them which Dan is having a hard time with because he has only been with women so why is Jake tearing his insides up this badly? After a short while he cannot take it anymore, he decides to test out the waters with rules just to get it out of his system. Unfortunately, once isn’t enough and Dan is left questioning everything about himself and what he wants in his future. After seeing the trials that Jake goes through can Dan open himself up to that same ridicule? What happens when this one long haul is over after Dan gets his cdl? Can Dan and Jake ever find what they are looking for? Will Dan be able to change his image in his daughter’s mind of the man that never shows up to the one that provides her the college experience she deserves?
I have never read a man on man romance novel before, especially one filled with so many erotic scenes. However, I felt myself coming back to this book repeatedly just to see what happened next. This book is definitely not for the faint of heart and if I hadn’t given it a fair shot despite some reservations that I would have definitely missed out on a beautifully written book detailing just how hard it is to be homosexual in certain professions. I am glad I gave this book a shot and if more are forthcoming then I’ll read those as well!
Under My Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I don’t know how these characters survive until the next book!! Between the non-stop action and all the medical drama, it is surprising that there are enough people for the next book. It is great. Don’t get me wrong. It is nice to see, especially in a book, that even highly trained operators get injured or hurt, but daaaaaannnnng!! The human body can only take so much.
Once again I find myself caught up in the characters and the drama of The Chase Care Group. My hat goes off to the doctors, nurses, and all medical professionals that actually live the rural medicine thing. They are a vital part of the community. So this mission has the operators, led by the soon-to-be president of Chase Care Group Peter Walter, rescuing a mother and her young daughter during a blizzard in rural Montana. When Pete and his group arrive on scene, the bad guys have already taken the mom out of the equation, leaving the little girl, Linde, in danger. After rescuing Linde from a burning building, Pete and Linde are in need of medical care. Their helicopter makes an emergency landing at the nearest hospital.
The nearest hospital has a couple of things going for it, it is close and it is open. When the patients arrive Pete finds himself looking into the eyes of the woman he could never forget, Dr. Rowena. The storm has brought a few other patients into the hospital including Matilda, a very sick young girl that just happens to be the daughter of the bad guy. Chaos, the storm, drama, and medical hijinks ensue! The action never stops. This is my second in the series and I have determined that they are a combination ER plus Lethal Weapon. Be sure to bring your cast lists from previous books. There might be some additions!!
Fantastic read. I found the action, the medical drama, and the couple of steamy scenes thrilling!! Suspense fans will like this one. Medical drama fans will like this one. Romance fans will like this one. There are some sensitive topics addressed. Be sure to mind the trigger warnings. Overall, a great read!
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is my first book by this author and it was a little on the fast side for me. It was still really good. I like enemies to lovers books and this is one of my new favorite series. I just finished it and enjoyed the characters and the story. I am definitely starting the next book right away.
Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What a fantastic enemies-to-lovers, new adult high school bully romance this one was! Isla Vaughn is a new writer for me, and I’m so thrilled that I discovered her.
Cole and Riley come from two completely different worlds. Cole comes from a privileged world, and Riley has been running most of her life with her mother. Now, their two worlds collide when they discover their parents are together. Riley is soon plunged into Cole’s world. She isn’t happy about it, and Cole most certainly isn’t. A kiss they shared in the past makes Cole dislike her even more. He has plans to destroy her and make her and her mother disappear from his life. Too bad he can’t turn his hidden desire for her off though! Riley has those same feelings for him too. Both have secrets they want to stay hidden which makes things even more complicated.
While the book is in the genre of enemies to lovers and a high school bully romance, there is also an air of suspense!!! The angst and chemistry between these two is off the charts which makes for great reading!
This is just the first book in the series, and it’s already so good! It does end in a cliffhanger, and boy what a cliffhanger it is! I know a lot of readers hate cliffhangers, but I love them! I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
Ocean’s Three by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Reed and Cameron are cousins and two share a dream in which they meet and interact with Jocelyn, a girl they have never met. Every night, the three meet in their dreams and they all become close. Tragedy strikes Jocelyn and she begins to push them away.
I don’t usually read ménage a trois but the plot of this caught my attention.
I enjoyed reading this and getting to know the characters and how Reed and Cameron want to be there for Jocelyn, even as she runs from them and her feelings.
This is short but it packs a lot of emotions and conflict. I am a sucker when it comes to paranormal aspects.