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I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
fast-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
5.0
Date Started: June 2nd 2024
Date Finished: June 2nd 2024
Characters: Chloe & Shara
Rating: 5 🌟 s
Themes:
Read the author's note in the front of the book for the warnings/themes.
Review:
This was my 3rd book by this author and even though I don't read YA very often but I loved how she wrote the who cast of characters and how they all found their truth and happy endings by the end of it as did the main two female characters who actually started out as enemies in the beginning but after all the clues realized just maybe they were hiding their feelings about one another all along. What a teachable moment for these characters who grew up in a Bible belt hometown and was expected to live by the town's beliefs. Highly recommend for every young person that questions their sexuality and for them to realize that their beautiful in their own way just like these characters were in the book.
Date Finished: June 2nd 2024
Characters: Chloe & Shara
Rating: 5 🌟 s
Themes:
Read the author's note in the front of the book for the warnings/themes.
Review:
This was my 3rd book by this author and even though I don't read YA very often but I loved how she wrote the who cast of characters and how they all found their truth and happy endings by the end of it as did the main two female characters who actually started out as enemies in the beginning but after all the clues realized just maybe they were hiding their feelings about one another all along. What a teachable moment for these characters who grew up in a Bible belt hometown and was expected to live by the town's beliefs. Highly recommend for every young person that questions their sexuality and for them to realize that their beautiful in their own way just like these characters were in the book.
The Last Time She Saw Him: A Novel by Kate White
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-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
Date Started: June 24th 2024
Date Finished: June 29th 2024
Characters: Kiki Reed
Rating: 4 🌟 s
Themes:
Mention Of Suicide, Parent Death (spoken on page just no details), Murder
Review:
This was such a fun psychological mystery thriller to read and even I was trying to put the pieces together along with the female character as she was trying to figure it out herself and sometimes I was confused and other times I wasn't so confused, but overall I really enjoyed reading it even though I only got one half of it right. What I'm trying to say is, you should definitely should this book a chance if you love to solve murders as much as I do. Highly recommend it with every fiber of my being. Also this was my first Kate White and will definitely be reading more of her works in the future.
Date Finished: June 29th 2024
Characters: Kiki Reed
Rating: 4 🌟 s
Themes:
Mention Of Suicide, Parent Death (spoken on page just no details), Murder
Review:
This was such a fun psychological mystery thriller to read and even I was trying to put the pieces together along with the female character as she was trying to figure it out herself and sometimes I was confused and other times I wasn't so confused, but overall I really enjoyed reading it even though I only got one half of it right. What I'm trying to say is, you should definitely should this book a chance if you love to solve murders as much as I do. Highly recommend it with every fiber of my being. Also this was my first Kate White and will definitely be reading more of her works in the future.
Bride by Ali Hazelwood
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
4.5
Date Started: June 1st 2024
Date Finished: June 1st 2024
Characters: Misery & Lowe
Rating: 4.5 🌟 s
Themes:
Marriage of Convenience, Werewolf/Vampire, Knotting, Omegaverse light
Review:
This was my first ever book by this author. And I throughly enjoyed Misery and Lowe's story more than I thought I would. This was my knotting romance, but not my first paranormal romance (You know what I mean lol) , This world was so beautifully written and I loved the characters love story even though it was a marriage of convenience type of marriage. And the ending left me wondering if there will be another standalone in this paranormal world in the future. And lastly, I want people to pick this book up and hopefully enjoy this author's work for what it is. I can't wait to read her backlist (FYI: I have the women in STEM series in my collection 😉) very soon. *fingers crossed*
Date Finished: June 1st 2024
Characters: Misery & Lowe
Rating: 4.5 🌟 s
Themes:
Marriage of Convenience, Werewolf/Vampire, Knotting, Omegaverse light
Review:
This was my first ever book by this author. And I throughly enjoyed Misery and Lowe's story more than I thought I would. This was my knotting romance, but not my first paranormal romance (You know what I mean lol) , This world was so beautifully written and I loved the characters love story even though it was a marriage of convenience type of marriage. And the ending left me wondering if there will be another standalone in this paranormal world in the future. And lastly, I want people to pick this book up and hopefully enjoy this author's work for what it is. I can't wait to read her backlist (FYI: I have the women in STEM series in my collection 😉) very soon. *fingers crossed*
Late Night Love by Chayla Wolfberg
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-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
5.0
Date Started: May 17th 2024
Date Finished: May 29th 2024
Characters: Emily & Chris
Rating: 5 🌟 s
Themes:
Anxiety, Self Conciousness, Plus Size Heroine, Enemies To Lovers
Review:
What a a debut from this author, This book had banter, beautiful quotes, steam and a beautiful love story between two co workers turned lovers. If you're looking for all the above that I have mentioned within my review especially the cuteness of how they were together and how they ended up falling in love was the best part of the entire book. Highly recommend and can't wait for another book from this author in the future.
Disclaimer: This is a debut by this author.
Date Finished: May 29th 2024
Characters: Emily & Chris
Rating: 5 🌟 s
Themes:
Anxiety, Self Conciousness, Plus Size Heroine, Enemies To Lovers
Review:
What a a debut from this author, This book had banter, beautiful quotes, steam and a beautiful love story between two co workers turned lovers. If you're looking for all the above that I have mentioned within my review especially the cuteness of how they were together and how they ended up falling in love was the best part of the entire book. Highly recommend and can't wait for another book from this author in the future.
Disclaimer: This is a debut by this author.
Can't Tell You Why by Maribelle McCrea
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
Date Started: May 16th 2024
Date Finished: May 17th 2024
Characters: Jarrod & Sarah
Rating: 1 🌟
Themes:
Clean Romance, 8 Year Age Gap, Insta-Love & Grief
Review:
This story reminded me of a Hallmark movie where guy and girl meet for the first time and fall in love, but before they can get their happy ending, a bunch of obstacles get in their way but then they grow stronger as people together and apart an then they realize that nothing in the world could stop them being together in the end which is how this wrapped up in a neat little bow. If you love stories like this then give it a try.
Disclaimer: This was also the first book I read by this author.
Date Finished: May 17th 2024
Characters: Jarrod & Sarah
Rating: 1 🌟
Themes:
Clean Romance, 8 Year Age Gap, Insta-Love & Grief
Review:
This story reminded me of a Hallmark movie where guy and girl meet for the first time and fall in love, but before they can get their happy ending, a bunch of obstacles get in their way but then they grow stronger as people together and apart an then they realize that nothing in the world could stop them being together in the end which is how this wrapped up in a neat little bow. If you love stories like this then give it a try.
Disclaimer: This was also the first book I read by this author.
Four Warned by Jade Royal
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
1.0
Date Started: May 10th 2024
Date Finished: May 11th 2024
Characters: Tina & the Ekon brothers
Rating: 1 🌟
Themes:
Dark Mafia romance, Reverse Harem
Review:
This was my first intro into the RH trope but the writing was all over the place and made no sense to me and not to mention it's two days later and now looking back, this story is very unforgettable because I don't remember anything about what happened in the book other than than the story which was rushed in my honest opinion. What I'm trying to say is that I don't recommend this book to anyone, but if you think you will enjoy it than all means try it out.
Disclaimer: I got this for free during a stuff your kindle day.
Date Finished: May 11th 2024
Characters: Tina & the Ekon brothers
Rating: 1 🌟
Themes:
Dark Mafia romance, Reverse Harem
Review:
This was my first intro into the RH trope but the writing was all over the place and made no sense to me and not to mention it's two days later and now looking back, this story is very unforgettable because I don't remember anything about what happened in the book other than than the story which was rushed in my honest opinion. What I'm trying to say is that I don't recommend this book to anyone, but if you think you will enjoy it than all means try it out.
Disclaimer: I got this for free during a stuff your kindle day.
Beg Me Please by M Kay Noir
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Date Started: May 10th 2024
Date Finished: May 10th 2024
Characters: Danica & Dante
Rating: 3 🌟 s
Themes:
femdom, age gap (f 24/m 43), humiliation, bondage, violence (including firearms), pegging, illegal activities, kidnapping, murder & death. impact play, pain kink, light CBT, praise kink, overstimulation, masturbation, orgasm control & denial as well as off page mentions of death/murder of loved ones & also child abuse/neglect.
Review:
What can I say about this quick short little novella that ends in a cliffy? At times I was like what am I reading and other times I was like I'm enjoying this encounter/relationship. It was also fun to read a story where it was in reverse instead of the normal alpha dominates the female MC situation. If you love when female characters overpower the male characters give this one a chance. Cannot wait to one day continue this couples story in the future.
Date Finished: May 10th 2024
Characters: Danica & Dante
Rating: 3 🌟 s
Themes:
femdom, age gap (f 24/m 43), humiliation, bondage, violence (including firearms), pegging, illegal activities, kidnapping, murder & death. impact play, pain kink, light CBT, praise kink, overstimulation, masturbation, orgasm control & denial as well as off page mentions of death/murder of loved ones & also child abuse/neglect.
Review:
What can I say about this quick short little novella that ends in a cliffy? At times I was like what am I reading and other times I was like I'm enjoying this encounter/relationship. It was also fun to read a story where it was in reverse instead of the normal alpha dominates the female MC situation. If you love when female characters overpower the male characters give this one a chance. Cannot wait to one day continue this couples story in the future.
A Vengeful Occasion by Kristy Marie
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-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
5.0
Date Started: April 28th 2024
Date Finished: April 30th 2024
Characters: Tennyson & Spencer
Rating: 6 🌟 s
Themes:
Alleged murder, vigilante justice, descriptive intimacy, PTSD
Review:
This book was unhinged in the most beautiful way possible. And I loved how these two characters got a second chance after all they went through. Once again Kristy has a way with words that not many authors are capable of writing. Now I cannot wait for the next couple come in and most likely become a favorite of mine too.
Date Finished: April 30th 2024
Characters: Tennyson & Spencer
Rating: 6 🌟 s
Themes:
Alleged murder, vigilante justice, descriptive intimacy, PTSD
Review:
This book was unhinged in the most beautiful way possible. And I loved how these two characters got a second chance after all they went through. Once again Kristy has a way with words that not many authors are capable of writing. Now I cannot wait for the next couple come in and most likely become a favorite of mine too.
Secrets & Submission by Amelia Wilde, W. Winters
dark
funny
hopeful
inspiring
tense
fast-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
5.0
Review and star rating is still the same.
Kiss Me:
I absolutely love this dark romance. It had chemistry and the love scenes were so steamy that I needed a cold shower to cool down. This ends in a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see what happens next.
Hold Me:
This is the second book to Zander and Ella's story. I loved how this book had a cliffhanger and cannot wait for the last one to wrap it up. Highly recommend.
Love Me:
I loved how things between Zander and Ella's story was wrapped up. It was dark, but so good. Start this trilogy today cause you won't regret it.
Kiss Me:
I absolutely love this dark romance. It had chemistry and the love scenes were so steamy that I needed a cold shower to cool down. This ends in a cliffhanger so I can't wait to see what happens next.
Hold Me:
This is the second book to Zander and Ella's story. I loved how this book had a cliffhanger and cannot wait for the last one to wrap it up. Highly recommend.
Love Me:
I loved how things between Zander and Ella's story was wrapped up. It was dark, but so good. Start this trilogy today cause you won't regret it.
Content Warnings
Minor: Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
A Fire In The Flesh by Jennifer L. Armentrout
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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
5.0
Date Started: March 6th 2024
Date Finished: March 16th 2024
Characters: Sera & Nyktos
Rating: 6 🌟 s
Sensitive Themes:
Remember the themes from previous books in the Blood and Ash world
Review:
I finished this and what a great way to start off where A Light in the Flame left off on a cliffhanger. The journey the characters are still going on, keeps me continuing on with the Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire world and I cannot wait for the last book in this series to come our. It also continues to make me cry, laugh and feel anger at the main characters as well as the side characters actions, But like I said I love it so very much. Highly recommend both series if you want to either continue or start them.
Date Finished: March 16th 2024
Characters: Sera & Nyktos
Rating: 6 🌟 s
Sensitive Themes:
Remember the themes from previous books in the Blood and Ash world
Review:
I finished this and what a great way to start off where A Light in the Flame left off on a cliffhanger. The journey the characters are still going on, keeps me continuing on with the Blood and Ash/Flesh and Fire world and I cannot wait for the last book in this series to come our. It also continues to make me cry, laugh and feel anger at the main characters as well as the side characters actions, But like I said I love it so very much. Highly recommend both series if you want to either continue or start them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, and Gaslighting