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Hooked by Emily McIntire
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
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
Hooked (Never After #1) is a dark, fairytale reimagining.
Peter and Wendy’s story was dark and twisted. I found the storyline was captivating and the plot was still captivating even if I had an idea where it was going. Their chemistry was intense and I enjoyed the book.
Felicity Munroe and Rupert Hawthorne did a really good job portraying these characters.
Peter and Wendy’s story was dark and twisted. I found the storyline was captivating and the plot was still captivating even if I had an idea where it was going. Their chemistry was intense and I enjoyed the book.
Felicity Munroe and Rupert Hawthorne did a really good job portraying these characters.
#Nerd by Cambria Hebert
adventurous
funny
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
#Nerd (Hastag#1) is an opposites attract, sports romance.
Rimmel and Romeo’s story was entertaining and I enjoyed their journey. The attraction was good and I can’t wait for the next book.
Chandra Skyye and Eric Michael Summerer both did a great job narrating these characters.
Rimmel and Romeo’s story was entertaining and I enjoyed their journey. The attraction was good and I can’t wait for the next book.
Chandra Skyye and Eric Michael Summerer both did a great job narrating these characters.
Rivalry by Lisa Suzanne
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
slow-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? No
4.0
Rivalry (Vegas Aces: The Coach #1) is an enemies to lovers, sports romance.
Lincoln and Jolene’s sexual chemistry could be felt throughout the story. Their past is definitely not over or resolved as they are forced to work together. Tensions are high as they deal with family rivalry drama. This is just the beginning of what I’m sure is going to be a fun and wild romance. Excited for the next book.
Samantha Brentmoor and Aaron Sherlock did a superb job narrating this book and bringing Jolene and Lincoln to life.
Lincoln and Jolene’s sexual chemistry could be felt throughout the story. Their past is definitely not over or resolved as they are forced to work together. Tensions are high as they deal with family rivalry drama. This is just the beginning of what I’m sure is going to be a fun and wild romance. Excited for the next book.
Samantha Brentmoor and Aaron Sherlock did a superb job narrating this book and bringing Jolene and Lincoln to life.
Second Chance Husband by Carrie Ann Ryan
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Second Chance Husband (First Time #3) is an enemies to lovers romance.
Paisley and August’s love story was a good second chance romance. You could tell their chemistry never wavered despite years apart. A nice bit of drama and steamy moments. I enjoyed the family dynamic.
Gregory Salinas did a really good job narrating August. Jo Raylan also did a good job, but I wasn’t a fan of her narrating Paisley.
Paisley and August’s love story was a good second chance romance. You could tell their chemistry never wavered despite years apart. A nice bit of drama and steamy moments. I enjoyed the family dynamic.
Gregory Salinas did a really good job narrating August. Jo Raylan also did a good job, but I wasn’t a fan of her narrating Paisley.
Redeeming by Bella Matthews
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Redeeming (Red Lips & White Lies #2) is a brother’s best friend, sports romance.
Sibling’s best friend is one of my favorite tropes, and this book did. It disappoint! My goodness the chemistry between Caitlin and Callen was off the charts. I loved Caitlin‘s strong personality, even if she made me mad at times with her stubbornness. Callen was strong and confident in the best ways. Their connection ran deep and I absorbed every minute of their love. This book was full of emotion, drama and sweet moments. What a ride! I cannot wait for the next one!
Sibling’s best friend is one of my favorite tropes, and this book did. It disappoint! My goodness the chemistry between Caitlin and Callen was off the charts. I loved Caitlin‘s strong personality, even if she made me mad at times with her stubbornness. Callen was strong and confident in the best ways. Their connection ran deep and I absorbed every minute of their love. This book was full of emotion, drama and sweet moments. What a ride! I cannot wait for the next one!
Hooked on You by Nikki Ash
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Hooked on You (Love & Whiskey #2) is an age gap, single parent romance.
I really enjoyed Ryder and Kira’s love story. It kept me engaged and drawn in until the very end. Beautifully written with the perfect amount of drama, twists and sweet tender moments.
Gregory Salinas and Heather Costa did a wonderful job narrating this book and bringing their story to life.
I really enjoyed Ryder and Kira’s love story. It kept me engaged and drawn in until the very end. Beautifully written with the perfect amount of drama, twists and sweet tender moments.
Gregory Salinas and Heather Costa did a wonderful job narrating this book and bringing their story to life.
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
adventurous
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? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It Ends With Us (It Ends With Us #1) is an emotionally packed story. It was captivating and full of pain, hope, and love. I cried, I screamed and I cheered as I read it. All the characters in this story were complex and I felt each one’s emotions. I have no other words.
Olivia Song did an exceptional job portraying all these characters and bringing them to life.
Olivia Song did an exceptional job portraying all these characters and bringing them to life.
The Beekeeper by S.M. Shade
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
The Beekeeper is a romantic suspense standalone novel.
Arlow and Calliope were the perfect match in every way. I enjoyed the way their connection grew over time as friends to lovers. You could feel their chemistry from the beginning. Interesting storyline, not at all what I was predicting, but overall a really good read.
Arlow and Calliope were the perfect match in every way. I enjoyed the way their connection grew over time as friends to lovers. You could feel their chemistry from the beginning. Interesting storyline, not at all what I was predicting, but overall a really good read.
End Game by Monica Murphy
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
End Game (Kings of Campus #1) is a forced proximity, sports romance.
This slow burn romance was a fun, entertaining read. Nico and Everleigh’s tension was high as they fought their attraction for one another. That slow build was perfect. I loved the connection Everleigh built throughout the book with all her roommates. Well written and I enjoyed the storyline.
J.D. Harris and Stephanie Rose did a really good job narrating this story and bringing these fun characters to life.
This slow burn romance was a fun, entertaining read. Nico and Everleigh’s tension was high as they fought their attraction for one another. That slow build was perfect. I loved the connection Everleigh built throughout the book with all her roommates. Well written and I enjoyed the storyline.
J.D. Harris and Stephanie Rose did a really good job narrating this story and bringing these fun characters to life.
The Wedding Game by Meghan Quinn
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The Wedding Game is a romantic comedy. Luna and Alec were an interesting pair. Great storyline and chemistry. The tension was fierce as they competed against each other on the show, and I enjoyed every minute of their growing attraction. The banter and drama was entertaining between all families.
Lauren Sweet and Tor Thom did a really nice job narrating and bringing these hilarious characters to life.
Lauren Sweet and Tor Thom did a really nice job narrating and bringing these hilarious characters to life.