This was a cute college sports romance between a gymnast and a baseball player. Both Adalee and Hagan were burned by their exes and not looking to get into a relationship any time soon. But, their instant chemistry intrigues Hagan and he starts pursuing Adalee, even though she tries to fight her attraction to him. As they get to know each other, it’s clear they were made to be together.
Continue reading “All Your Fault (Campus Stallions #1) by Kristin Lee”
This is such a cute and fun novella that introduces us to the family centering a new book series. The Star Wars puns fly fast and furious (oops, wrong series!) in this cute rom com that finds chef Ben “Kenobi” Walker helping save a VIP dinner at Foxbrooke Manor. He finds himself working with his long-time crush Leia Perry and is determined to show her that not only is he all grown up, he’s all in on a relationship with her. Leia is wary, not trusting that Ben can be trusted, but she can’t deny the chemistry between the two.
Continue reading “One Night in Foxbrooke by Evie Alexander”
I absolutely loved this book and could not put it down. As a former high school theater nerd myself, I could totally relate to Bridget’s angst, as well as the personalities and quirks of her friends. Bridget’s growth in the story was incredible and I liked how the author was able to subtly show these changes throughout the book, without hitting us over the head with it. The realization at the end of the book was almost a surprise, even though you had been along for the ride with Bridget from the start.
Continue reading “The Unstoppable Bridget Bloom by Allison L. Bitz”
This is such an awesome, fun novella that I didn’t want it to end! I loved reading about the characters from all of the Kinloch series books again and when they all get together, shenanigans definitely occur. I actually laughed out loud several times, especially while reading the antics of Zoe’s mom and her best friend Morag. They cracked me up and are totally people I’d love to have a drink, or ten, with. LOL The days leading up to Zoe and Rory’s wedding at the castle were frantic and tense, especially when Zoe and Rory’s mothers – who have been enemies since high school – are in the same room. Hide the glassware – these ladies aren’t afraid to get physical! But after all is said and done, we still get our HEA and an epilogue to tell us what happens after the big day. What more could we want? (Well, I personally want more Kinloch adventures!!!)
I received a complimentary e-copy of this novella from the author. All opinions are my own.
Continue reading “Wedding Games (Kinloch #5) by Evie Alexander”
I loved this book and read it in one sitting. The growth of Rae throughout the book was wonderful to read. She went from grief-stricken and alone to hopeful and outgoing. The friendship with fellow theater-lover Mac was beautiful. I remember being in high school and having that one best friend that just “got” me. Someone you could trust with all of your troubles, fears and hopes with and know that they would always be there to support you. I loved re-living those wonderful memories as I read this book.
Continue reading “I’ll Be There For You by Brieanna Wilkoff”
This is a cute, flirty historical fiction romance set in Regency England. This is book 4 in the series but can be read as a stand-alone. There is enough back story to give you context regarding the side characters that support the main characters and story.
Continue reading “To Swoon and To Spar (The Regency Vows, #4) by Martha Waters”
4.5 stars
Teleo is a retired soldier descended from Mages, who were cast out of power generations ago. After years of war and sorrow, he wants nothing more than to live a quiet life on his farm and work his stonemason’s craft.
His wife and daughter had been murdered during a war raid several years earlier and his young son stolen by the enemy side. He spent years unsuccessfully searching for his son and returned home broken-hearted. At the local castle, he comes upon a war orphan stolen by his side from the enemy and rescues him from abuse, adopting him as his foster son.
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Three young girls go missing in 2012 in separate and unconnected circumstances. Their disappearances are investigated, but the girls are never found. Ten years later, DCI Priest receives a confession to their murders from a prisoner already serving time in HMP Manchester. The prisoner is willing to lead DCI Priest to their bodies, but he wants something in return. After a pivotal milestone, and despite the confession, the evidence starts to unravel. DCI Priest initially assumed this was an open and shut case. He could not have been more wrong
Continue reading “Where Darkness Lies (DCI Priest #4) by Mark Pettinger”
This is a sweet historical fiction romance set in Regency England. Adeline moves to her father’s country home after he dies and her despicable half-brother inherits their father’s title. Adeline’s mother was from the Middle East and was not accepted by the ton, and Adeline is not accepted much either. Daniel is the Duke of Warwick and has retreated to his country estate to work on his inventions. When the duo meet-cute courtesy of Adeline’s pet pig, it starts them on the path of a fake courtship for the remainder of the Season; Adeline to avoid a forced marriage by her half-brother, and Daniel to escape his matchmaking godmother and finish his work.
Continue reading “How Not to Marry a Duke (Daring Ladies #2) by Tina Gabrielle”
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