Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved how sweet this story is for the time it’s set in. The story itself sets you on an emotional rollercoaster with unexpected twists and turns. I’ve been able to relate to Julie in this story in more than just one way. This one is a cozy and special read anyone would enjoy!
Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love how action-packed this is from start to finish. Brek is a hero in his own right and easy to love from the way he tells the story through his strong accent. He and Gabriella’s chemistry is amazing as I enjoyed being sucked into this era with them. So much has transpired in this one that you’ll feel enthralled in it but I’m such a fan of history, romance and where this one bought me but in a raw dynamic that’s fun and vivid to read.
Faerie’s Magic by Jessica Feyden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was exciting in a lot of ways from the action-packed scenarios between the faes to the witches (the Norns) and the witch-shifter. It also spins you down the realm of love and what happens once they join forces to become more than anyone can reckon with. Full of action, seduction in sex, magic and all that we could ever desire from a fantasy read. This one was unexpectedly beautiful and twisted but full of twists and turns as well.
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
These characters are easy to love as you follow their journey of love. From the start, the way their vibe for one another sweeps you off your feet but also in discovering love between her and Giovanni, she learns more about herself which for me, personally, makes this book worth the read. It’s short and sweet but very relatable from a woman’s perspective. This is the perfect book to crawl up to with the change of the seasons to warm your heart.
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you have ever read any of Phoebe Alexander’s books then you will know that you are in for an amazing treat getting 4 of them all in the one box set. If you haven’t read any of her work yet, then please believe me that you are in for an amazing treat with these 4 books.
This box set contains the 4 full length novels:
Sugar & Spice (Cy and Jolie’s story)
Virtue & Vice (Moon and Katja’s story)
Fire & Ice (Neve and Enya’s story)
Naughty & Nice ( Micah and Natalie’s story)
Each book contains the story of one couple but I’d definitely suggest that you read them in order to help the overall story flow better.
The whole idea of Spicetopia is dreamt up in the first book and the theme park takes shape over the remaining books as well as couples from previous books return so you would get possible spoilers of read out of order.
In true Phoebe Alexander style these books are smoking HOT! If you like things a little racy in the bedroom then these books will be right up your street. If you are up for a bit of kink or BDSM then these are most definitely the books for you. One added bonus is that when you get to the end and wonder what on earth you are going to read next, there is actually a 5th book in the series Dares & Dice to tempt you even further.
Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen is a new adult sports romance series. I was so glad I read this as a box set because I couldn’t put it down and didn’t have to wait for the next one!
Playing for Love is a second chance romance. Gabriel and Mia definitely have some sparks but there is one problem, Mia’s best friend is Gabriel’s girlfriend. Mia moves to Boston though and that’s when things start to change.
Playing for the Money is all about the bad boy. Hunter has a terrible reputation even if most of what is said isn’t true. The current sexual harassment situation doesn’t help things at all. Now he has a “handler” to keep him out of trouble and make his rep better. Cat and Hunter are attracted to each other but Hunter wants to make it to the end of the season with no drama and Cat being the coaches daughter is off limits. What are they to do?
Playing for Keeps is an enemies to lovers story. Tate and Chloe are just about instant enemies. Tate can’t stand the media after an incident at his uncle’s funeral and Chloe is a sports reporter which is basically asking for trouble with Tate. While at a bar, Chloe overhears some information about Tate that she can’t help but investigate. Will this create more tension between the two?
I absolutely enjoyed this series! I couldn’t put it down. Each book had their own flare that just draws you in.
Rookie Moves by Tarrah Anders
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Grant Toolson steals your heart as the rookie in this book but not in the ways you’d think. As he’s a little rough around the edges, he meets Emily who is destined to teach him a thing or two about how to step up to becoming a better player and person in general. Emily has a secret of her own as she knows what she’s looking for when it comes to what she wants as well. This book steams up and not in the way you’d think. I love the snarky sense of humor which makes it hilarious to read, just enough drama to keep you tuned in and the subtle seduction. This book was easy and a breeze to read — quite enjoyable!
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reign is the third book in The Larussio Legacy series. I highly recommend reading the first two books as the story will make more sense of what is happening in this book. I have never read Via Mari and say that I did not like it. Mari takes her time and builds the plot of the book in such a way that you will love the series. Her stories have so much detail that you think you are right there with the characters. Her characters really bring the story to life. They are complex and interactive. I felt like I was friends with Serena and could feel exactly what she was feeling and doing in this book. This book is Giovanni and Serena’s story. Giovanni is the next in line to become a mob crime family. Serena is the love of Giovanni’s heart. I highly recommend this story to find out about Giovanni and Serena’s relationship and other exciting things that are on around them.
Kickflip Summer by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
In this book, it brings you back to being a teenager with Kara, Toby and Bear. Kara and Bear are easy to love as you follow their summer fling into what could be more for these two. Kara has opened Bear’s eyes to a better life than what he’s forced to endure with a helicopter dad. These two take the reader’s heartstrings and make you love them and their little love story all the more. Very cute and adorable read that’s so sweet. A great book!
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Spicetopia Boxed Set (Book 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander
4 Stars
These are fun, naughty romance books. They are sweet and spicy and oh so sexy stories. I have read them all individually and again in this boxed set.
Sugar & Spice: In this book, we are introduced to Cy (the youngest owner of Sweetopia) and Jolie (the Red Velvet Queen who works for him). As their romance blossoms, can it survive the secrets that both are hiding?
Vice & Virtue: Here we meet Katja and Moon. The four of them decide to embark on a new enterprise: an adult theme park. Spicetopia is born! Personal problems arise between the four. Can they handle it or will their dreams blow up in their faces?
Fire & Ice: This story revolves around Neve Romano, head of security. I started out not liking him but his growth throughout the Book is remarkable. By the end I was cheering for him. Someone is trying to sabotage the grand opening of Spicetopia. The story is filled with surprises and a twist that I didn’t see coming.
Naughty & Nice: Cy and Jolie are finally getting married. What could go wrong? Pretty much everything, starting with the minister arriving a week early. How is Natalie supposed to entertain a minister in an amusement park specialized in sexual fantasies and fetishes? This is an amusing addition to the series.
Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was the first book I have read by this author and I did enjoy the story. The characters were well written and the writer was able to write in a way that makes you feel like you are in that era. As is the time there is quite a bit of violence but because of the era it doesnt seem out of place.
The year is 1926. Brek is in a world of drink and drug smuggling and violence on an epic scale. As he searches for his love Gabrielle he has to face loads of ups and downs. Things that push him to breaking point and on the verge of losing his life.
Can he survive to be reunited with his love or will his antics catch up with him in a brutal way.
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Phoebe Alexander is one of my favorite authors EVER! Her books are nothing like you have either read or will read! The Spicetopia series definitely falls under that category. She sets us up with a killer sensual amusement park for adults. Doesn’t that sound amazing? Each story is one a different couple that works throughout the park/organization. They are beautiful sweet stories that definitely have some spice to them. This boxed set is perfect for the weekend binge read!
Review by @listersda
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Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Playing Series 3 Book Set: Sports Romance by Stephanie Queen is a set that you need to grab. Stephanie has done a wonderful job with the characters and their development. And let’s not forget the steamy romances. Each book is a short but sweet read.
Playing for the Money is a Bad Boy Sports Romance. Hunter loses the one thing that he needed his place on the team. Not everything is as it seems but that doesn’t matter when the truth is hidden. His heart is torn between the right thing, the game and the sexy woman who is his keeper will not stop until she gets what she wants.
Playing for Love is a beautiful Second Chance Sports Romance. Gabe lives for football but unfortunately his girlfriend doesn’t share his passion. Denise sets out to test his fidelity as she lives a long way away. When her bestie comes to his town, they both find they are torn between their feelings, but Gabe knows nothing can come of it due to his commitments even though he knows his relationship is long over.
Playing for Keeps is a sexy an Enemies to Lovers Sports Romance. Tate absolutely hates the media even though he knows it comes with the territory as a pro footballer. It figures fate would deal a blow when he finds the one woman, he is attracted to happens to be his nemesis, a reporter. Watch as they navigate their love hate relationship.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reign by Via Mari
Five Stars
Reign is the third book in the Larussio Legacy series by Via Mari. This series is fantastic. It should be read in order, and all of the books are great. This is Gio and Serena’s story. They have so much chemistry and know they belong together. They just have to overcome the fact that Giovanni is the new head of the Larussio crime family. Not only is it a physically dangerous proposition, but mentally coming to terms with life and death situations and decisions but a strain on both of them. This is my new favorite book of Ms.Mari’s. If you like a good crime/mafia romance, I would highly recommend this book, series and author.
Review by @sunbarn
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Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reign (The Larussio Legacy Book 3) by Via Mari
I have read not only every book in the Larsson Legacy series but I believe every book in the family. I have enjoyed each of them for different reasons and in this book it’s the fierce protective nature of Giovanni towards Serena no matter what she does.
There were so many twists and turned throughout the book I couldn’t get ahead and figure out what was next. Which I both loved and hated.
So much happens between Giovanni and Serena in this book, it was amazing how much action got packed into a normal length book.
I’m very hopeful that this isn’t the last we see of this family and looking forward to reading how the next guy falls.
Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Gail Guerrero
Four stars
Phoebe Alexander never misses when it comes to throwing something new and different in your face. I would’ve never though of half the stuff in her books. This box set was funny, sexy and down right dirty. I enjoyed every page. I really liked the stories flow and how it all came together. The characters were well written. They developed well also. Cy had to be my favorite guy he is just sigh. The last book Naughty and Nice had me shook the most. He is a minister lol. I had my mouth falling open more than once while reading this box set. There were some hmm moments but it didn’t take away from the overall quality of the books. I definitely recommend this if you need a change from the typical books.
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’ve always been a fan of Via Mari’s books. She always brings a certain amount of suspense and steam that will completely a reader!
Reign is the 3rd book in the Larussio Legacy series and one that I completely devoured. This is the continuation of Serena and Giovanni’s rollercoaster ride of a relationship. So much happens in this book that it makes it so hard to put down. The twists and turns along with the espionage will constantly keep you guessing but one thing for sure is that you want Serena and Giovanni’s HEA!
Review by @listersda
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Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If you are a fan of sports romance stories…then this series is for you!
Each of the three books focuses on a player from the Boston Militia football team. Playing for the Money: a Bad Boy Sports Romance focuses on the team’s tight end, Hunter. Cat has been assigned to be his handler and keep him line after an alleged incident. Hunter is trying to stay on the right path so he can support his family. However, he is having a hard time fighting his attraction to Cat…especially since the coach has a rule about staying away from his daughter!
Playing for Love: a Second Chance Sports Romance is the story of the team’s QB, Gabriel. This is probably my favorite of the three stories. Gabriel is in a long-distance relationship since his dream of football has him playing in Boston. When his girlfriend’s best-friend moves to Boston sparks fly. The angst is soooo good in this story and I found myself devouring this one in one sitting!
Playing for Keeps: an Enemies to Lovers Sports Romance is the story of Tate, the team’s linebacker. Tate is not a huge fan of reporters and the media…and Chloe is a sports reporter who has overheard information about Tate while out at a bar. Tate and Chloe are at odds with each other…so what happens when their friends set them up on a blind date?
All three stories were wonderful. I love a good sports romance and each of these stories checked off all the things I love in a good book. There was angst and witty banter…cocky athletes…strong women…and of course some spicy moments thrown in. I love how all these books are connected and characters show up in all three. A great series…and I will definitely be checking out more!
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reign (The Larussio Legacy, #3)by Via Mari
5out of 5 stars
I simply loved the second book Rise in the Larussio Legacy series. We have betrayal, Love, deceit, and a twist or two. I simply loved the plot and the characters are amazing.
Giovanni Larussio is the future don of the most powerful crime family in Italy when his great uncle steps down. He is a man who could sway great forces that work in the world, he and his cousins are known for their ruthlessness in crushing enemies.
While he is the head of the largest casino in Vegas, the lust to reign Serena Moretti can impact his foes to bring him down. Can he protect Serena from his enemies?
Serena Moretti’s, is Gio’s submissive and the love of his life, is exposed to the dangers of being with the future mafia boss really means for her and her family, leaving her with firsthand experience of just how horrific rivals of the Larussios can be if she chooses a life with a man who will soon be in charge of the most revered mafia families in the world.
Will Serena stay with Gio or leave? Will they have a happily ever after or will Gio’s enemies destroy their lives? Can they overcome the obstacles thrown at them?
I simply loved this story/series and can’t wait to Reign the next book in this series and I want to see more of Go and Serena.
Tracy
tracym
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reign is the third book in Via Mari’s Larussio Legacy series. I think I have read everything she has written and I love how her different universes co-exist and that we meet up with old ‘friends’ again and again. Reign is the next step in Gio and Serena’s story! Via piles on the suspense and danger mixed with passion and steamy romance! She has such a way with painting the picture so that at times you bite your nails and need a fan to cool yourself off! Serena is as independent as ever and deep in love with Gio. Gio as dominant as one can get and over his head in love with her and he is determined to keep her safe! I wonder what comes next as you can just see so much that still needs to be told!
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Star
Reign (The Larussio Legacy Book 3) by Via Mari
Wow just Wow! I absolutely loved this book. Reign is the third book in The Larussio Legacy Series and I highly recommend reading this series in order as each book in a continuation of the book prior. I’m honestly at a loss for words . Each book is better than the last . I’ve honestly read several books by this author and they are all my favorites. This is a fast paced story packed with action, drama, suspense, danger and romance. Serena and Gio have some seriously hot chemistry between them . Gio is next in line to take over the casino and resort . Serena is figuring out that being in a relationship with a mob boss can be dangerous . What happens when there rivals are planning to kidnap Serena? Can he protect her? What does their future look like? Find out what happens next in this must read. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book from this Author.
Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I give Grosse Pointe by Natalie Barnes, 5 stars.
This book is incredible. Brek is a great main character, andh is story is heartfelt and endearing. It is the story of a man with a good heart who does what he has to do to survive. The secondary characters are also so good. They feel so real and I felt like I was put right into his era along side these colorful characters. The story itself is written so incredibly. You will feel all emotions as you read, but will be moved by both the love and the hate that is in this story.
If you are a fan of historical fiction interspersed with romance and/or books set around an Irish immigrant in the 1920s, you must read this book. I could not put it down and want to read more about this world.
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 3rd book in the Larussio Legecy series. It is the continued story of Giovanni who is the next in line to become don of the Italian Mafia and Serena who is a airline waitress. This book is full of action and romance. Even though there is a strong dominant male character in Giovanni, I like that fact that Serena is also a strong and determined character that keeps Giovanni on his toes.
There relationship is strong and passionate with a dom/submissive element but with all the protocols in a mafia family and the fact that just being with Giovanni puts her life and that of her families in danger it causes Serena to run.
But with all of the Larussio’s enemy’s looking for her as a way to hurt Giovanni has she made the wrong decision and played straight into their hands? Will she see that Giovanni’s love for her will over rule any protocol set by his family or will Giovanni’s commitment to his family and their way of life push Serena away for good.
Rise by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rise (The Larussio Legacy, #2)by Via Mari
5out of 5 stars
I simply loved the second book Rise in the Larussio Legacy series. We have betrayal, Love, deceit, and a twist or two. I simply loved the plot and the characters are amazing.
Giovanni Larussio is the future don of the most powerful crime family in Italy when his great uncle steps down. He is a man who could sway great forces that work in the world, he and his cousins are known for their ruthlessness in crushing enemies.
While he is the head of the largest casino in Vegas, the lust to reign Serena Moretti can impact his foes to bring him down. Can he protect Serena from his enemies?
Serena Moretti’s family has suffered years of hardship and oppression at the hands of the Larussio family. They raised her to believe the Larussio’ s was the enemy, but that soon stops when she meets him for the first time while working as a stewardess. If she continues to succumb to his dominance, will she see the danger it creates before it is too late?
Will her family forgive her for this betrayal of falling in love with the enemy? Can their love endure the chaos and bring the two families together? Will Gio family accept Serena and will Serena’s family accept Gio?
I simply loved this story/series and can’t wait to Reign the next book in this series.
Tracy
tracym
Rule The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rule The Larussio Legacy (#1)by Via Mari
5 out of 5 stars
This is the first time reading anything written by this author and she has a new fan… Rule is the first installment of the Larussio Legacy and I simply loved it. The plot was awesome with a few twists and the characters are amazing I loved how they drew you in from the first page and I simply loved their quirkiness.
Katarina and Chase have a love that is unique their bedroom scenes are out of this world steamy. But not all things are rosy. Katarina wants to full-fill her father dream but first she must overcome her Italian family’s opposition. It will not be easy. They do not trust her, they have traditions, and they have rules!
Chase on the other hand is having trouble letting Katarina the freedom she needs to fight for her father’s legacy after everything he has learned about the Italian don and Katarina’s cousin, Giovanni?
Can these two over come Katarina’s Family and build her legacy or will her family destroy her dreams? Will the family learn to trust Katarina?
Even though this book is mainly about Katarina and Chase we get to see Serena and Giovanni and how they meet and what is instore for them in Rise which I can wait to star reading.
Tracy
tracym
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Reign is the third book in the Larussio Legacy series. I would recommend reading the previous books to get the backstory.
This story starts off with a fast pace and keeps it up the whole way through. It is full of action, danger, drama, suspense, and of course romance. Serena is finally understanding what it means to be connected to Gio’s family and she makes a decision that she thinks will help protect her own family, but ends up leading her into even more danger. I enjoyed the strength of Serena’s character -she’s smart, spirited, and she can defend herself.
Overall, it’s a good read that will keep you entertained.
Reign The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reign is the 3rd instalment in the Larussio Legacy series by Via Mari. This book is not intended to be read as a stand-alone and the series should be read in order. I first discovered Via Mari’s excellent writing with the first book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series and have been a huge fan ever since.
Via Mari has a great skill for writing dominant alpha males and Gio is a prime example of this. He is totally dominant in the bedroom and an ultimate alpha male out of the bedroom. He loves fiercely and is insanely loyal both. I absolutely adore Gio. Serena is perfect for Gio in every way. She is totally submissive in the bedroom but is sassy, feisty and far from submissive outside of the bedroom. She is so not scared to say exactly what she is thinking.
This book is extremely fast paced and is filled with so much drama. As a high up member of the mafia, Gio has many enemies and they want to hurt him in the hardest way and that is by taking his woman. Serena is in constant danger and Via Mari does a fantastic job of keeping the reader gripped to this story. There is constantly something going on that keeps you on your toes.
I love that you also get to be reacquainted with those from her other series as the characters are all interlinked. Cannot wait to see what alpha males and submissive women that Via Mari brings to life for us readers next.
Rookie Moves by Tarrah Anders
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was a good little read with fantastic characters that were very likable. Grant and Emily were both a little quirky and different to the stereotypes of their roles which led to interesting situations and a few laughs along the way. This is the first Quick Snap book I have read, but I’m sure it won’t be the last. Highly recommended!
Reviewed by @sparkinside
Playing Series 3 Book Set by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Playing series 3 book set by Stephanie Queen each tell their own story wrapped in a bow.
Playing for the Money – Is Hunter the bad boy that we think he is, yes, he punched his old coach, but as we get the story it reveals the real Hunter. Cat brings a great side to the story, and she also allows the heat to be brought to the story.
Playing for Love – My Goodness Gabe is a real player, and not in the normal sense when reading a sports romance, he has an obsession with his sport that brings football to life on the page. Its sad that not everyone can see that, but will that matter in the end? Will Mia coming to town give him another obsession? Or will their joint acquaintance keep them from becoming acquainted.
Playing for Keeps – oohh I do love a good enemies to lovers story, and when you realise that the two ‘enemies’ both have shadows hanging over them, is it the shadows that keep them enemies? You will need to read to find out. Tate and Chloe will keep you hooked and bring you into the story.
Each one of these stories brings something else to the novel, they all complement each other and make a great collection.
Review by @saraoxo
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe a five-star read that will sweep you away. This was my first read by this author, and I do plan on picking up more as I enjoyed the scene setting so much, I could imagine the sea breeze as I was reading, smell the salt in the air. Harleigh Harrison will pull you in, she has a story to tell and she does it well, her past isn’t a nice one, but with a family like hers she is shows promise for the future. Giovani Russi isn’t always an easy man, but when that moment happens he becomes someone that you want to cheer on, want to see get their HEA, I cant tell you what happens as you need to get there on your own, but don’t miss this story, there were moments it wasn’t a five-star read, but overall it really was.
Review by @saraoxo
