The Finding by A.M. Porto
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a dark, twisted, and emotional thriller. It kept me wanting more and more, so I couldn’t put this book down until I was completely finished. Lots of twists and heartache, but such a great read. I highly recommend it!
Smooth Hoperator by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
While this book is in a series, this was my first book of Sylvie Stewart’s and it can definitely be read as a standalone! It was an easy, romantic read that I easily devoured. It has great characters and a great setting, which held my attention the entire time. I am definitely going to check out more of Sylvie’s books now!
The Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The book had me hooked from the start! I love psychological thrillers, but boy… this took me for a ride. There were so many twists and turns, which I love, that kept me intrigued throughout the whole book. It was dark and mysterious, but also had so many layers for the characters and the plot. I highly enjoyed this book!
Obedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This story took me by surprise, and left me wanting so much more! I cannot wait to see where this story goes… This first book was so emotional. It truly had it all – romance and suspense and intimacy and secrets and darkness all rolled into one. This was a very dynamic story, and I am glad I found Liza Snow. I cannot wait to see what else she writes!
Afflicted Love by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! This was such a steamy and emotional story. I couldn’t stop reading this book — it was very captivating. And the end?! It left me with so much longing. I cannot wait to read more in this series.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really good fantasy book! I felt sucked into the storyline and the great dialogue, and I loved the unlikely heroine character. I now want to read more from Courtney Doyle, and would love to see this story continue as well.
Unexpected Entanglement by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Okay… this third installment wins! I love the way characters from the previous books were intertwined into this book, and I think this storyline was the best yet. I love the way C.R. Alam wrote all of the scenes and characters – it was so vivid and descriptive. I was hooked from the start!
His Forever Muse by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Hot, hot, hot! I loved this second story in the series even more than the first. The friends to lovers trope was well done, and I fell in love with the characters. I cannot wait to see what the third book has in store since everything just keeps getting better.
Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I thought this was a great first book in the series and I am excited to continue on this journey! The characters were so thrilling, and I loved all the romance and steam!! I definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves the enemies to lovers trope.
The Innovator by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It was great to be back in this series! Nadia Han crafted another wonderful book within the WaterFyre Rising world. This book is great as a continuation or a standalone. If you like a slow burn and enemies-to-lovers, this book is perfect for you. And who wouldn’t want a sexy AND smart billionaire to love? *swoon*
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Libby Kay is at it again! She created another wonderful story set in Buckeye Falls, and this one did not disappoint. Falling For You was sweet and romantic, and was an easy read. I read this book in just a few hours! I definitely recommend it for fans of romance — and who doesn’t love a good food truck and bakery?!
Cry Baby by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love a good grump & sunshine trope… and this book did not disappoint! This was my first time reading Belinda Williams, but I loved her style of writing and found this book so easy to breeze through. I will definitely be looking at the rest of this series! This book, however, was perfect as a standalone too. I definitely recommend this if you like HEA and easy-to-read books.
Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! I haven’t read a thriller that kept me this on edge in a long time! It definitely had my heart pounding, had me second guessing everything, and made me feel so distrustful of everyone – everything I love in a book. I highly recommend this to fans of psychological thrillers; you won’t be disappointed!
The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery Series, and it was a very cozy novel. All about new beginnings and starting over with a murderous twist! It was an easy read and had a whole host of interesting characters that kept me intrigued. I will definitely be following along with the series to see where Delilah ends up next.
My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was so relatable! I am thankful to Christine for writing a book that put many of my own experiences and feelings down onto paper. Living in this world with anxiety and an inner critic can be very hard, but it helps to know that I am not alone! I highly enjoyed this journey to self-love and acceptance and definitely recommend it.
And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was a rollercoaster of emotions! There were so many ups and downs throughout the story, and that kept me hooked. I highly enjoyed Dreena’s writing style! This was my first experience with her writing, and I loved it. This book had so much drama and suspense… It definitely kept me on my toes and had me second guessing everything.
Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I just finished this book… and I already want to read it again! The entire thing is magical. The way Maria DeBlassie writes is so beautiful, and so very relatable. I found myself in multiple passages throughout every page and every chapter. This book left me filled with hope and inspiration and a longing for more magic in my life – as well as ways to actually make that happen! I have already purchased two copies to give as gifts as well since it is THAT GOOD! Thank you for this beautiful work of art, Maria!
The Daredevil by Nadia Han
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a great second story in the world of WaterFyre Rising! I loved being back with other characters from the first book and learning more about how interconnected their stories are. This book can be read as a standalone, but I highly recommend reading the first story in the series!
This book was the perfect fake-dating trope, but also focused on destiny and fate. It made me constantly say, “Where is my billionaire hero to kill all the monsters in my closet??” but I loved it! There was so much passion and romance in this book, and I read it all in one sitting! I am excited to see if the story continues — which I hope it does! Nadia’s writing is so addictive, and I highly recommend the WaterFyre Rising series.
Falling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book made my heart swell even though I am such a Grinch! It is the perfect book for second chances, especially right around Christmas. The characters are lovable, the story is addicting, and you can’t help but love all of the romance! This was an easy read and I highly recommend it for the holidays.
Return to Gallanvaig: Beyond A Quirk of Destiny by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was beyond excited to continue this story with Catherine Greenall! I loved the world she built in Quirk of Destiny, and this was a great continuation of that. I had been left with such a desire to keep the story going with the amazing characters from the first book, and this did not disappoint! While this was a very intense (and long) book, I devoured all of it! I am a huge fan of thriller and dystopian books, so this was right up my alley. Great second story! If you haven’t read the first, please go do so in order to enjoy both of these books.
Kamana Wanalaya for the Holidays by Susan Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From the instant I started this book, I knew I would love it! Susan Renee has an amazing way of captivating you and drawing you into the story… and I was absolutely hooked right away. This is a perfect book to pick up around the holidays. There are relatable characters, witty writing, amazing tropes, and lots of romance. I highly recommend this book for lovers of romcoms!
National Parks by Laikyn Meng
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am so glad I took a chance on this book! I was absolutely captivated by the cover, and then the story pulled at my heart as well. It was a tragic but beautiful story, and very original. I am looking forward to more books by Laikyn Meng now! National Parks was all about adventure, broken hearts, and second chances… and was definitely worth the read.
Weep, Woman, Weep by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Powerful. Deep. Creative. These are a few of the words that come to my mind after reading this book! It was a compelling story that was artfully crafted by Maria DeBlassie. I fell in love with her writing style, and I felt so many emotions throughout Mercy’s journey.
Glass Houses by Sinister Styx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
A tragic, but fast read that kept me hooked! Broken people, broken relationships, lots of drama, and a bit of magic. So much in one novella! I highly enjoyed this book by Sinister Styx and look forward to more.
Kiss Away Your Pain by Debbie Cromack
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was my second book of Debbie Cromack’s and it did not disappoint! I absolutely loved the first installation of the Wounded Hearts series, and this one just grew my obsession even more.
Debbie continued to deliver a story that was addicting and passionate and so fulfilling. This book was well worthwhile.
The Serpent Awakens by Luna Saint Claire
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was very emotional and inspirational! This book is so well written, which made it an easy read. Getting to experience Nico’s journey and watching him traverse the world through his trauma was both tragic and uplifting. The redemption in this story makes it so worthwhile, and Luna Saint Claire is a master with her words.
Hate You Later by Ciara Blume
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book has one of my favorite tropes AND dogs. What more could I want?!
I loved Ciara’s writing style, and was able to breeze through this entire book in one sitting.
It was witty, engaging, funny, and full of romance! I highly recommend it.
From Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
J.L Sullivan crafted a unique story that blurs the lines of reality and fantasy. This book was so easy to read and kept me turning pages to devour more and more. All of the suspense and thrills kept me hooked, as well as the adventure (and genies!) that were in the mix. And as always, this story reinforces to “be careful what you wish for”.
Hungry Business by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Short and sweet… but also a little deadly! I loved this short story. It definitely made me think about what dating during a zombie apocalypse would be like… while also making me realize the dating world right now isn’t much better!
I loved how descriptive the writing was, and the unique storyline left me thinking about it long after I was finished reading. The ending left me with some hope for humanity… while also leaving any number of outcomes as a possibility.
Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Wow! I adored this series. I breezed through all three books and highly enjoyed them. I felt myself getting sucked into the story more and more as I went on. While Book 2 was definitely my favorite, I couldn’t help but fall in love with all of the characters and the setting.
This series made me want to throw on a bathing suit and learn to surf. It also made me crave living in Hawaii and getting to experience the beautiful ocean there everyday. Within this retro romance, there was all sorts of love, lust, tragedy, drama, and happy endings.
