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Beautiful Devil by Rachel Leigh

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  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

Beautiful Devil (Misfits #3) is an enemies to lovers, hockey romance.

Hayes had me falling for him pretty early on, despite his alpha tendencies. Brogan was the sunshine to his grumpy and she held her own well. The tension was off the charts. I enjoyed their back and forth banter and the great chemistry build up. I devoured their story and ate up every word! Loved the ending as well!
The Hatesick Dairies by Saffron A. Kent

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adventurous challenging emotional hopeful sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The Hatesick Diaries (St. Mary’s Rebels #5) is an enemies to lovers, sports romance.

Reign was the epitome of grumpy to Echo’s sunshine personality. The tension was thick between these two as the story progressed. The drama drew me in and I ate up every word. I felt the plot was a stretch and the story went on longer than necessary, but it was still an enjoyable read.

James Amherst and Marie Hawkins did a really nice job narrating this story and bringing the characters to life.
Cursed Mates by Skyler Andra, Skyler Andra

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adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Cursed Mates (Jackals’ Wrath MC #1) is a fated mates, why choose romance.

An interesting tale of fated mates with explosive chemistry, and non stop action. All of these characters pulled me in wanting to know what would happen next. A nail biting cliffhanger for sure!

Stella Rose and Matthew Winchester did a good job bringing these characters to life with this narration.
Finding Hayes by Laura Pavlov

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  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

Finding Hayes (Magnolia Falls #5) is a small town, friends to lovers romance.

Oh my goodness! I devoured every word of Hayes and Savannah’s love story. I fell so hard for this couple and loved their journey. The tension, the banter and the emotions were perfectly written. The family dynamic was the best and so heartfelt.

Andi Arndt and Lee Samuels did an phenomenal job narrating and bringing these characters to life.
Clusterpuck by Raine Miller

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challenging emotional hopeful reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Clusterpuck (Vegas Crush #9) is an age gap, hockey romance.

Tripp and Lila created such a clusterpuck of a situation in this story! I liked how headstrong Lila was in creating her own path for her future. Tripp was the definition of a grumpy hero but did show a softer side at times. I wanted to strangle them both throughout their journey. I could feel their intense chemistry and I enjoyed their intimate moments. I was pleased with how their story ended.
What Hunts Inside the Shadows by Harper L. Woods

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  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

What Hunts Inside the Shadows (Of Flesh of Bone #2) is a dark, fantasy romance.

The continuation of Caelum and Estrella’s story was intense. Book 2 picks up where the last left off. So much tension between these characters. Another engaging storyline, non stop action and intimate moments.

Ava Lucas and Liam DiCosimo did an amazing job narrating and bringing these characters to life.
What Lies Beyond the Veil by Harper L. Woods

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

What Lies Beyond the Veil (Of Flesh & Bone #1) is a dark, fantasy romance.

Caelum and Estrella’s story was an intense journey. Estrella is a strong heroine battling her demons and Caelum is her equal in every way. Captivating storyline that was action packed and full of tension.

Ava Lucas did a great job bringing these characters to life.
Done by Katie Rae

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  • 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

Done is a small town, single parent romance.

This was my first read by Katie Rae and I am hooked! Jesse and Easton’s story drew me in and took my emotions for a ride. I fell in love with Easton and his charming personality. Great storyline with intense chemistry that brought on all the emotions.
The Wild One by Daisy Jane

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challenging emotional hopeful tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The Wild One (Wrench Kings #1) is a reverse age gap, single parent romance.

Beau and Beck’s book was interesting to me. I was surprised by their obsession during intimacy. Definitely not something I’m used to reading, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. A good storyline with drama and lots of steamy moments.

Daisy Jane and Jason Clarke did a great job bringing these characters to life.
Dr. Fake Fiance by Louise Bay

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  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

Dr. Fake Fiance (Doctors #4) is a fake engagement, billionaire romance.

Beau and Vivian’s book was an engaging love story. I enjoyed both characters individually and as a couple. Witty banter, great chemistry with a captivating love story.

Shane East and Andi Arndt did a phenomenal job narrating and bringing these characters to life.