Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love romances and sports romances are my favorites! Within this book box set, are three great football romances. I loved each of the characters in the books. You will be drawn in quickly to the stories and won’t want to stop reading. Grab this set, you won’t regret it.
Big City Heat: A High-Rise Romance Anthology by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Big City Heat: A High-Rise Romance Anthology (A Steamy Contemporary Romance Box Set)
By Hazel Storm (Author), PE Kavanagh (Author), Phoebe Alexander (Author), Jodi Payne (Author), Stella Williams (Author), Lucy Eden (Author), Jayce Ellis (Author), Bree Kraemer (Author), Aidy Award (Author), Maida Malby (Author), Moni Boyce (Author), Emily Gray (Author)
5 out of 5 stars
I loved reading this anthology. The stories are romantic, steamy, and wonderful to read. Each one has amazing characters that I enjoyed reading about. They come from all different backgrounds. There are also secondary characters in the stories that I enjoyed reading about as well. I love anthologies as I get to read from a wide range of authors. Some I have read other stories by and there are also new authors that I am introduced to. All of the authors have created well-written stories that will have you hooked. I didn’t want to put them down. Don’t miss out on a box set of stories that are romantic and have the temperature in the room rising. I highly recommend this anthology.
Bishop’s Gambit by McKenna Dean
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Bishop’s Gambit (Redclaw Origins Book 2) by McKenna Dean is a paranormal romance story. It is a fun and witty tale that is set in the 50’s and is not all that it seems. An agent, her partner, a dog that causes chaos and is not just a dog and a house in the burbs are just some of the things we encounter on this paranormal journey. I loved the banter between the characters which made it all the more interesting. McKenna throws in a curve ball towards the end which leaves the story not wrapped up in a bow. It is an engaging read and I can’t wait to see what happens in the next instalment. If you love paranormal you will like this one.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
5 Stars
Stephanie Queen is definitely a favorite author of mine. If you have not dug in to her Beachcomber Investigations series, you simply must! I picked this set up because of the author and I’m somewhat shocked that I loved it as much as I did as I’m not really into the sports genre, but as usual this author pulled me in and didn’t let go.
This box set contains 3 books about 3 different couples. Each one can be read as a standalone but reading them all gives you the best experience.
You get everything you could want in these books. An enemy to lovers, a second chance, and what I would call a forbidden romance. Each one has its own level of heat, sweetness, drama, and I lost count of how many times I laughed out loud while reading this set.
Once again this author reinforces how I feel about her writing style and the flow of her books. Beachcomber will forever be my favorite series by this author but this one will run a close second.
Pick these up, you will not be sorry!
She’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
She’s No Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Gail Guerrero
Five Stars
Have you ever read a story that just made you smile for no reason? That’s how I felt reading this book. It was sweet and beautiful. You have two people wanting to live a dream that others don’t see for them. But the beautiful part that dream is something they share. One has no time for love while the other holds a secret. I really enjoyed the characters. They fit together perfectly like puzzle pieces. The author definitely gets you a great story for you to fall in love with. I found myself investing in the happiness of Hunter and Kennedy. Even knowing it’s fiction I wanted the best for them. I recommend you read this story if you want something sweet in between the spicy.
Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Faerie’s Magic (Seasons of the Fae Book 2) by Jessica Feyden
3 stars
Mira is a Fae princess and Cadoc is a wolf shifter. They are fated mates but have quite a few bumps in the road to overcome to truly have a happy ending. They Fae and the Shifters are sworn enemies which makes things harder. I love paranormal romances but this book felt rushed. It’s like the author wanted too many things to happen in one book. There wasn’t a nice flow to the story. One minute they love each other, the next paragraph they are arguing and trying to kill each other. I continually had to stop and reread sentences to figure out what happened. There was no build up to get to know the main characters therefore I felt no connection to them. My favourite character was Cashiel who happened to be a secondary character and wasn’t in the story enough as far as I was concerned. The premise of the story is good and must have been excellent in the mind of the author. There was just trouble putting pen to paper.
Review by @ Anna Hirsch
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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Grosse Pointe is the first experience I have had reading Natalie Barnes, but it has me hooked and ready to check out her other works while I wait for more new stuff from her. Grosse Pointe is a vivid and crazy good ride you will take to the year 1926, the streets are alive and crawling with all walks of life during the prohibition era. We are transported to Ellis Island and the bustling city of New York, the beginning of the American Dream for many at the time in our world. I was so excited with how this book literally came to life and popped off my kindle to play out right before my eyes. We get to meet some amazing characters and follow them through a tumultuous time. I like the small nods to a mafia romance, something that was very prevalent at the time and the gangsters really were awesome to read. I am excited to see what will come next from Natalie Barnes!
Review by @lizaileen
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She’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A fun and enjoyable sports romance with a cowboy/cowgirl twist. Although book five in the ‘My Cowboy Series’ it can be read as a standalone story, however some of the characters do crossover. In ‘She’s No Cowgirl’, Hunter Masters does not want to continue with his families ranching legacy and has his own goal of playing American Football. Meanwhile Kennedy McGraw grew up in a man oriented world and was forced to put her football ambitions behind her. When Kennedy is given the opportunity to prove that women are just as capable as men in the world of sport she jumps at the chance. Kennedy and Hunter then meet by accident in the locker room and they both feel an instant attraction and chemistry between them. However, Hunter has always been too focused on football for relationships and Kennedy denies how she feels and keeps Hunter at a distance. Eventually the couple have to admit their feelings for each other but just as their relationship is developing an article by K.D. comes out declaring a secret which will cause a scandal. Hunter and Kennedy have to decide if they can trust each other and survive the potential scandal together or if it will tear them apart. I loved the main characters, Hunter and Kennedy and how their relationship developed during the story, their chemistry definitely came across in the narrative. This was an easy read and the storyline flowed well and the plot had enough going on in it to keep me happily turning the pages. I liked how the author included some more difficult themes such as the sexism that Kennedy suffered in the man dominated sports world and this added depth to the story. A great read which I thoroughly enjoyed and I am keen to read the rest of the books in this series now.
Thunder On The Moor by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is my first book by this author which I enjoyed and I look forward to reading more from her in the future. This is a historical time travel story that is engaging and kept me turning pages. It is a well written story that has characters that I had no issues connecting with. They bring the story to life and made me feel as if I was right there with them. I enjoyed how the author’s details made the story easy to read and easy to keep up with. Maggie was talked into going on an archaeological dig with her father. When she finds herself transported back in time, 450 years, she finds things are just as exciting as her father’s stories. This is where the story starts and was hard to put down. What happens next I highly recommend reading this book. I don’t regret picking up this book and neither will you. This was a great, historical story that I highly recommend.
Review by @bjwagner
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Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Star
Tidal Love by KM Lowe is a book I absolutely loved reading. Once I started I couldn’t stop till I finished. I must say I freaking love the cover ! I found myself lost in the pages and I could easily relate with what they both have been through . Giovanni and Harleigh both have pasts . Harleigh is trying to heal after getting out of an abusive relationship , her family convinced her she needed a holiday. Giovanni is trying to heal from his ex hurting him. These two have some serious chemistry between them. I loved the character of Lucca as well. Both Giovanni and Harleigh have trust issues, can they overcome their fears and mistrust? There were moments I caught myself tearing up and others I was laughing. Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I can’t wait to read more from this Author .
She’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
She’s No Cowgirl is the 5th book in the series but can definitely be read as a standalone.
This is the story of Hunter and Kennedy. Hunter is a sophomore football player. While his family owns a ranch, his dreams are bigger than spending day-in and day-out working the land. He would love to go pro playing football, but would settle for a career in the business world. Kennedy used to have a dream of playing football, but she learned early on that her options were limited because she was a girl. Instead, she has shifted her focus to being an amazing sports journalist. The only problem…she has to hide her identity because women are not taken seriously in this business.
An accidental run-in (literally) between Hunter and Kennedy has changed the course for both of them. Instead of focusing on school, football, and journalism, they are finding that they are focusing on each other. As they begin their relationship, Hunter can tell Kennedy is hiding something…he just can’t quite figure it out. Kennedy knows that her job could jeopardize everything they are building. What happens when it all comes out…can they move past it? Or will KD be the downfall of Hunter’s career?
I enjoyed both Hunter and Kennedy’s characters. They are both driven college students that don’t spend their free time partying and, instead, are trying to shape their futures. Their connection was instant and I could feel it through the pages. I enjoyed the story and am now going to go back and read the rest in the series.
Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
So once I got used to the writing in this book it got a lot easier to follow that being said the author stays very true (I believe) to the time period that she is writing in. The book is action-packed and fast-paced and I loved the description in the book and how it didn’t slow the action down either. I really liked the scene with Brek and his mum that was really cute.
I really loved Finn! I kind of loved him more than Brek but he was a great character and I really loved his relationship with Hazel, weirdly more than I did with Brek and Gabriella. Regardless though still loved them but Finn and Hazel have my heart.
Honestly, some of this book is so tense and it did get me on the edge of my seat. This was a different kinda book for me and I’m glad I took the chance to read it. Also that ending… I don’t want to say anymore because spoilers. Let’s just say I was slapped in the face…
Reviewed by @samanthajayne96x
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Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Irish gentlemen, Italian mobsters, based in the 1920’s with a Romeo and Juliet love tale, what’s not to love? Brek O’Brien isn’t a character you will soon forget and the minute he’s introduced, you can’t help but cheer him on every step of the way. I warn you, if you have anything to do, be prepared to be sucked into this fantastic tale. For once you pick this book up, you will not be able to put this book down. This story will keep you guessing and sitting on the edge of your seat until the very last page.
Thank you Natalie for such a wonderfully written story.
Sara Shalovelo
October 2020
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
HOT, engrossing and absolutely amazing. This box set is absolutely fantastic! This author is new to me, and I loved her stories. Each book focuses on a new couple, was HOT, definitely for 18+ readers. These stories were engrossing and so believable. I highly recommend you give this series a shot!
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
Harleigh is absolutely amazing. She has come out on the other side of a very rough patch of her life on top. She goes on a long vacation and doesn’t expect her life to change once again, but this time for better.
Giovani has had his share of problems in his life, but when he sees Harleigh for the first time he forgets about everything.
Harleigh showed incredible strength and the ability to move forward with her life and I so admire her for that. She has an amazing family and they obviously love her.
I loved Luca and I hope we see him in the future. He brought a fun twist to a book with a pretty serious back story.
Thunder On The Moor by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Thunder on the Moor
By Andrea Matthews
5 out of 5 stars
I loved reading the book Thunder on the Moor by Andrea Matthews. It is a time travel romance that had me hooked from the very beginning. It is a story that includes conflict, romance, family, and danger. I loved the character of Maggie Armstrong. She is an intelligent, independent, feisty, and strong young woman. She follows her father back over four hundred years in the past. What does the future hold for Maggie? Read this book to find out. This story is one that had me turning pages wondering what was going to happen next. Maggie’s journey and experiences are interesting and intriguing to read about. I grew to care about Maggie with each chapter that I read. There are also additional characters that are introduced the I enjoyed reading about. The book has such wonderful detail and descriptions of the places that Maggie is in that I felt like I was right there with her. The author does an amazing job of making the story and the characters come alive. I love books that take me to the past and this story is a good example of the reason why. Don’t miss out on a book that is exciting and entertaining. I highly recommend reading it.
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was very good. It was the first book that i have read by this author and it won’t be my last. It was a well written story that kept my attention and had me swooning at every turn. Harleigh and Giovani are the main charcters and they were awesome. They had so much holding them back but they fought to the end and were able to to heal and learn together. I am looking forward to reading more by this author and I would recommend this to a friend.
Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Stephanie Queen….. the name says it all, she’s the Queen of sports Romance with these 3 amazing stories.
We are transported into the lives of the Boston Militia NFL team. Each book focuses on a specific player and his story to find love.
I especially love how the stories intertwine with each other.
Great character development with some new ideas with in the Sports Romance genre.
Already saw there’s 3 more books so I’ll be checking those out.
Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story is a historical romance book. This is my first book by this author and I will be looking up more books by Natalie Barnes. This story is a mafia romance during the prohibition era. I was captivated from the first page until the last page. My emotions went on a wild roller coaster ride. The story is about Brek, a mafia member who met Gabriella, a beautiful young woman. Can Brek and Gabriella be together? What will Brek need to go through to be able to be with Gabriella? Will Gabriella go through everything to be with Brek? I highly recommend this story to fall in love with this mafia romance story.
Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Faerie’s Magic (Seasons of the Fae book 2) by Jessica Feyden, had a great story line. I loved the story. All kinds of magical creatures in this one with some unexpected powers. Strong characters and delightful world building. I did get a little bogged down with the family trees. There was quite a bit of repetitious dialogue which became somewhat distracting but all in all a good read. Reader be warned there are adult situations that are quite graphic, so this is not a book for the young.
Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really liked this romantic fae fantasy story. The story is a fast pace simple love story. The pilot line is engaging. The characters are fully developed and well-liked. This story is about Mira and Cadoc. Like all romances. Mira and Cadoc had some hurdles in their relationship. Mira is a fae princess and Cadoc is a wolf shifter. Cadoc did not see himself with a Fae but his wolf-side was drawn to Mira. Mira’s magic has been messed with and she knows if she is to regain it she will have to marry to take the throne. Will Cadoc be her mate? Can Mira overcome her troubles with her magic? I highly recommend this story to find out these answers and to see if Cadoc and Mira become an item.
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a collection of the first four boxes of the addictive series Spicetopia. This box set has Sugar and Spice, Virtue and Vice, Fire and Ice, and my favorite Naughty and Nice. I absolutely enjoyed every story. Once I started this series I could not stop. It only took me a few days to devour these books. I can’t wait to see what this author will write next.
Sugar and Spice
Cy Sweet is nothing like his family. When his dad tells him to go undercover to see who is orchestrating a strike against their theme park he does it. Cy is assigned to work in the cotton candy castle which is one of the most popular spots in the theme park. He learns quickly that Sweetopia is nothing but sweet. Cy is ready to blow his cover when he meets the beautiful queen of the land. He wants to get to know her but he knows he can’t let his family down. Will Cy find out who is behind it all and when he does what will he do?
Virtue and Vice
Moon and Katja are on a trip when they meet Cy and Jolie. They feel a connection from the start. Moon and Katja are tired of their dead end jobs. When Cy and Jolie give them an offer they can’t refuse they end up leaving their old life behind them. Moon and Katja also want to start a family but will they be able to with their new life? Also will they be able to trust the new coupe they just met?
Fire and Ice
Neve and Enya don’t get along at all. She calls him the iceman because he is so cold. After some scary things start to happen at Spicetopia they are pushed together to find out who is trying to sabotage the park. Enya starts to realize that Neve is not so cold after all. When they get to know each other that’s why the sparks fly. Will they be able to catch this crazy man or woman before someone close to them gets hurt?
Naughty and Nice
Natalie Roux is the event planner to the adult theme park Spicetopia. Her first major job is the owner’s wedding. Natalie is determined to make this the best holiday wedding ever. She is staying on task and getting things done but when she meets the minister that is doing the ceremony she feels something she has never felt before. Natalie gets to know Micah and she quickly realizes that they have a lot of things in common. She knows she has a job to do but there’s nothing wrong with getting a little naughty. Will Natalie make this wedding everything she wants it to be or will it all fall apart?
Review by @heatherbass
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander was a steamy wonderful read! I loved every book more than the last. These steamy books have depth and development throughout. I love that there is a plot and I can sink into a different world when I read. Having all the books in one bundle is great, just one long binge session.
Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great fantasy romance between a Faerie and a wolf shifer. Its a gripping story that keeps you hooked. The authors writing is so good at building the worlds and characters that you feel like you are part of it.
Mira is the Summer Fae princess. As her time to ascend comes closer she needs to find her fated mate. However, her mother is liking the power of being Queen and doesn’t want to give that up any time soon. Knowing she hasn’t found her fated mate she has Mira’s magic bound.
Cadoc is the Wolf King. He goes searching for his fated mate and is surprised when it turns out she is Fae.
Can their love survive the fact that they are so different and sworn enemy’s? How far will the people they should be able to trust work against them to stop their love from growing? Can Cadoc and Mira work together to save both of their people.
Thunder On The Moor by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
LOVED this book!! I absolutely adore historical romance and I haven’t found a good one to read for a while so when I came across this I grabbed it and settled down. It had everything I love in a historical romance, romance obviously, but also great characters, wonderful descriptive language, a great setting and great plot. This is also an author who is new to me and I just loved her writing style. I felt like I was right there with the characters, her wonderful detailed writing meant that I was easily able to imagine what I was reading. I love a strong heroine in these kinds of stories and Maggie definitely fulfilled that! She was such a great character to read about.
I would absolutely recommend this book and I am really looking forward to more to come from this author in the future!!
Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the story of Brek O’Brien, he is born and raised in Kilkenny, Ireland, but decides to get on a boat to New York City to start a new life. This new life is a start from scratch, he has the clothes on his back, a little bit of money, but no plan or idea what he will do when he gets there apart from, find something to eat, find somewhere to lay his head on a night and then find work.
It is 1926 and this new life involves being on a boat for weeks, a trial in itself to survive, but a friendship is formed through this shared experience. As Brek and his friend arrive in New York City, their next trial is about to begin, they have to pass the entry tests and when this is finally over and done with, they have to face the next round of hardship and find somewhere to stay for the night and work out what the next few days will hold and how carefully they will have to spread their combined wealth.
The prospect of finding work seems to be out of their reach, until a man gives them an offer they can’t refuse in the city of Detroit. As the pair get sucked into a life of booze, pistols and women, they keep the booze and drug supplies flowing by going out on supply and delivery runs, while also keeping the competition in check with his persuaders. It is on one of these days where the competition needs to be reminded of their place when Brek catches sight of a beautiful woman in an outdoor market, his heart and breath are stolen away. This could be the beginning of something beautiful, if only life was as simple as Brek wishes it could be, be with his woman and keep doing his runs.
Soon Brek and his friend realise that the work they accepted is a different sort to what they initially expected it to be, but there seems to be nowhere to escape the bloody path which fate has in store for them. Will the only thing standing between Brek and Gabriella be the one thing which will break them apart? Or will life be as simple as they both would like it to be?
This is a tale of Irish cheek, friendship, love, life, death, disappointment, regret and discovery all set in a background of 1920’s Detroit. A snapshot of an exciting and dangerous life which draws you in until you’re as immersed in the characters’ fates as much as they are.
Reviewed by @roxsannel
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was everything and more! As soon as I got started with this read I couldn’t stop myself from being captivated with this read until the very end! This book took me on an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish and I didn’t want it to end! These characters were amazing to follow and I loved seeing them grow throughout and seeing whether they can overcome their past and move forward into their future. But will their lack of trust sets them off track. Harleigh and Giovani made this a beautiful read that really gives you all the feels, the ups and downs that make this read everything it is and more! I can’t wait to read more books from this author, but until then I highly recommend this book!
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Bishop’s Gambit by McKenna Dean
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in this series. I enjoyed this book as much as the first one. This story is full of action and paranormal characters. One of the things I enjoy most about this author is her ability to pull me in right from the beginning. Her attention to details made me feel as if I was right there with the characters. I had no problems connecting with the characters. They kept the story engaging and turning pages. This is a story about Rhett and Peter. They find themselves in a case together. They also find themselves putting their relationship on hold as they go on a case in the suburbs. The story takes on a mystery and suspense aspect from here and is hard to put down. I won’t say much more about this book as I highly recommend picking it up. This is a great story that has strong characters that you don’t want to miss.
Review by @bjwagner
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Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I LOVED Tidal Love, by KM Lowe. It exceeded all expectations and I find myself almost at a loss for words. Right off the bat, the writing is intense and intriguing, captivating. I don’t think I was anticipating how much depth the characters would have. I really was hooked from the first page. The storyline was exciting, the kind that you can’t wait to get back to in between the mundane life tasks. The subject matter is at times dark but extremely well written. If I had to, I am not sure I could pinpoint anything I disliked about this novel. 5 out of 5 stars, must read.
Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas – Review by Gail Guerrero
Four stars
Better to Have Loved was a good read. The story flowed nicely though you do have to get used to the timeframe jumps. I really enjoyed the characters especially Julie. Her adventures and journey through life are interesting. I found the story to be emotional and beautiful. The author really put a lot of thought into this book. The fact that it’s based off her parents makes it even more wonderful. The emotions you will feel will have you sitting up reading all night. The story doesn’t drag on. It’s a very original plot and the author executes it phenomenally. I recommend you pick this up if you’re looking for a smooth read that is beautifully written.
