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Before I Knew by Carrie Ann Ryan
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Before I Knew (The Cage Family 0.5) is a prequel to the Cage Family series.
This short story is centered around Aston and Blakely. It was a great introduction to this couple and I can’t wait for more. Perfect build of chemistry, banter and fun family shenanigans.
This short story is centered around Aston and Blakely. It was a great introduction to this couple and I can’t wait for more. Perfect build of chemistry, banter and fun family shenanigans.
One Night with You by Carrie Ann Ryan
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
One Night with You (Montgomery Ink Legacy #7) is a friends to lovers romance.
Claire and Kingston’s story was emotionally packed and well written. The chemistry was great and their intimate moments were perfect. I enjoyed the family dynamic as well.
Teddy Hamilton and Emma Wilder were a perfect pair narrating this book. They portrayed these characters well.
Claire and Kingston’s story was emotionally packed and well written. The chemistry was great and their intimate moments were perfect. I enjoyed the family dynamic as well.
Teddy Hamilton and Emma Wilder were a perfect pair narrating this book. They portrayed these characters well.
Cruel Winter with You by Ali Hazelwood
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Cruel Winter with You is part of Under the Mistletoe collection. It’s a best friend’s sibling romance.
Marc and Jamie’s book was such a sweet, fast paced love story. Quirky, witty and overall a fun read.
Vivienne LaRue did a really great job narrating this story!
Marc and Jamie’s book was such a sweet, fast paced love story. Quirky, witty and overall a fun read.
Vivienne LaRue did a really great job narrating this story!
The Risks we Take by Bella Matthews
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
The Risks We Take Duet includes Worth the Risk and Worth the Fight, plus we get the bonus short story Worth It All. It’s a brother’s best friend, step sibling romance.
Oh my goodness! This duet took my emotions for a wild ride. The heartache, the pain and the tender moments were utter perfection. I fell hard for Cooper and Carys. Their chemistry was explosive and they loved hard. It wasn’t an easy road by any means, but they endured it and came out stronger than ever. That bonus story was chef’s kiss and I cried as I read it.
Oh my goodness! This duet took my emotions for a wild ride. The heartache, the pain and the tender moments were utter perfection. I fell hard for Cooper and Carys. Their chemistry was explosive and they loved hard. It wasn’t an easy road by any means, but they endured it and came out stronger than ever. That bonus story was chef’s kiss and I cried as I read it.
Worth the Risk by Bella Matthews
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
4.5 stars Worth the Risk (The Risks We Take Duet #1) is a step sibling, military romance.
Cooper and Carys’ story was packed with emotion, pain and longing. The connection between these two was strong and all consuming. I fell for Cooper so hard. I wanted to yell at Carys when she was being stubborn and causing them unnecessary heartache. That cliffhanger had me wanting to throw my kindle! Need to know what happens next.
Cooper and Carys’ story was packed with emotion, pain and longing. The connection between these two was strong and all consuming. I fell for Cooper so hard. I wanted to yell at Carys when she was being stubborn and causing them unnecessary heartache. That cliffhanger had me wanting to throw my kindle! Need to know what happens next.
Forsaking All Others by Janine Infante Bosco
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Forsaking All Others (The Satan’s Knights MC North Carolina #1) is a second chance, motorcycle club romance.
Maverick and Holly had great chemistry. I think the foundation of the family dynamic was well written. You could feel the longing and connection between them. Definitely had that soul mates vibe. Plenty of action, and emotion throughout the story.
Sarah Puckett and Michael Norman Johnson did great work narrating this book. Perfect fit to Holly and Maverick.
Maverick and Holly had great chemistry. I think the foundation of the family dynamic was well written. You could feel the longing and connection between them. Definitely had that soul mates vibe. Plenty of action, and emotion throughout the story.
Sarah Puckett and Michael Norman Johnson did great work narrating this book. Perfect fit to Holly and Maverick.
Merciless Mates by Skyler Andra
challenging
dark
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Merciless Mates (Jackals’ Wrath MC #2) is a fated mates, why choose romance.
This book continues right where book 1 ended. Non stop drama, and action as alliances are tested. The chemistry between all the characters continues to grow intense. Twists and turns will have you hungry for answers. I was beginning to get annoyed at the constant fated mates reminder and her refusal so accept, but it was still an interesting read. That cliffhanger has me eager to k ow what happens next.
Matthew Winchester and Stella Rose did a nice job portraying these characters. Good narration.
This book continues right where book 1 ended. Non stop drama, and action as alliances are tested. The chemistry between all the characters continues to grow intense. Twists and turns will have you hungry for answers. I was beginning to get annoyed at the constant fated mates reminder and her refusal so accept, but it was still an interesting read. That cliffhanger has me eager to k ow what happens next.
Matthew Winchester and Stella Rose did a nice job portraying these characters. Good narration.
So Real by Abby Millsaps
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
So Real (Boys of South Chapel #2) is a why choose, second chance romance.
This continuation picks up right where book one left off. You immediately are hit with so many emotions from these characters. I enjoyed Kabir’s caring nature, and dominating personality. Levi is fun, but also struggles with his own drama. Greedy may be my favorite so far. I love his connection with Hunter. The hook ups were spicy and, although I am not a fan of degradation, I think it was well written. I hate the cliffhanger, but I’m intrigued to see how it all plays out in the next book.
Liam Dicosimo, Keval Shah, J. River Pierce and June DeBorahae all did a really great job narrating and bringing this story to life. I think they portrayed the characters well.
This continuation picks up right where book one left off. You immediately are hit with so many emotions from these characters. I enjoyed Kabir’s caring nature, and dominating personality. Levi is fun, but also struggles with his own drama. Greedy may be my favorite so far. I love his connection with Hunter. The hook ups were spicy and, although I am not a fan of degradation, I think it was well written. I hate the cliffhanger, but I’m intrigued to see how it all plays out in the next book.
Liam Dicosimo, Keval Shah, J. River Pierce and June DeBorahae all did a really great job narrating and bringing this story to life. I think they portrayed the characters well.
Game Play by Lisa Suzanne
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Game Play (Vegas Aces: The Coach #3) is an enemies to lovers, sports romance.
This book continues where the second book left off. The drama heats up and the secrets keep piling on top, threatening to tear their worlds apart. The tension is just as good between them and continues to burn hotter. I’m interested to see where Lisa Suzanne plans to take their story next!
Samantha Brentmoor and Aaron Shedlock did another great job narrating these characters. Perfect fits for Jolene and Lincoln.
This book continues where the second book left off. The drama heats up and the secrets keep piling on top, threatening to tear their worlds apart. The tension is just as good between them and continues to burn hotter. I’m interested to see where Lisa Suzanne plans to take their story next!
Samantha Brentmoor and Aaron Shedlock did another great job narrating these characters. Perfect fits for Jolene and Lincoln.
The C*ck Down the Block by Amy Award
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
The C*ck Down the Block (The C*cky Kingmans #1) is a friends to lovers, sports romance.
Trixie and Chris were such a cute couple. Trixie had a strong personality, and her best friend Chris was her perfect match in every way. The witty banter, engaging storyline was great. I enjoyed the drama and sweet moments throughout their journey.
Stella Hunter and Christian Fox did a very good job bringing these characters to life. Such a fun narration.
Trixie and Chris were such a cute couple. Trixie had a strong personality, and her best friend Chris was her perfect match in every way. The witty banter, engaging storyline was great. I enjoyed the drama and sweet moments throughout their journey.
Stella Hunter and Christian Fox did a very good job bringing these characters to life. Such a fun narration.