Voracious Romance Reader • Honest Reviewer
I’ve been meaning to check out this author’s light, sexy romances, and this one seems like the perfect place to start! Manfax promises to be steamy fun, and the blurb alone tells me that there’ll be some humor. We’ll see how it all plays out when Manfax releases on October 23rd! Get all the details... Continue Reading →
Um. I'm going to attempt to write this review without giving more than basic spoilers, but there's a lot to unpack. So fair warning. It... wasn't great. I've read books by this author before, so I was intrigued by the blurb and looking forward to a mysterious, unique story. But this is the hottest of... Continue Reading →
Clear out your TBR as soon as possible - next week brings SO MANY new releases! I actually had to turn down a few ARCs that I was interested in reading because there's just so much coming out next week. That's crazy! The 13th has got to be the biggest release day of the season,... Continue Reading →
This was EXACTLY what I was hoping it was going to be - banter-filled, low angst fun with plenty of the sass this author is known for. When Hart is on top of her game, she can write such great romances that are light, playful, and have just the right amount of sexy. And that’s... Continue Reading →
Such a light, swoony, feel good holiday read! I had to stew on my rating for this one overnight because the second half is most definitely stronger than the first, but then I realized that the ONLY thing I didn't like about it is the time travel gimmick, and that's all laid out in the... Continue Reading →
This is classic Kaswell, complete with the tortured tattoo artist, constant sexual thoughts, conversations about fancy coffee, and distinctive writing style. And there are pros and cons to that. Obviously, I like her work because I keep coming back for more, but we're definitely reaching the point where I know EXACTLY what to expect from... Continue Reading →
If you checked out my post of The 10 October Releases I'm Most Excited About (found here), you might've seen I Just Need You listed - coverless. Well now we've got this gorgeous cover and I am even more excited! Nathan always has such unique covers, and this one is truly striking. I can't stop... Continue Reading →
Cruel Paradise is one of my favorite releases of the month so far, the followup to one of my favorite books of the year, and it's out now! If you missed my review, you can check it out here. If you're still on the fence about the book - it's a dark comedy with plenty... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There continue to be a ton of great freebies and deals out there on Kindle books, so get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into four lists – freebies, 99 cents, $1.99... Continue Reading →
October brings so many exciting releases, with new books by some of my favorite authors as well as a few whose work I’m just getting acquainted with. There are plenty of books that I’m looking forward to reading, but these are the ten that I want to devour as soon as possible. Whether they’re written... Continue Reading →
What a WEIRD week! I almost forgot to put together this week's wrap-up because... well, the news is crazy, lol. But there were some excellent new romances this week - one made my Best of September list (Swing and a Mishap), one will likely make my Best of October list (Cruel Paradise), and another was... Continue Reading →
It's been entirely too long since I've read anything by Amy Daws, but I might just need to remedy that. This sexy rom com sounds right up my alley, and it releases on October 15th. Get all the details about Take a Number below - and don't forget to enter the GIVEAWAY from the author... Continue Reading →
Such a light, feel good read! I always enjoy this author's romances because they're low angst, slow burns with plenty of feeling. While there's a sexiness to her writing, there's nothing explicit and the focus is instead on the emotional connection. This one is a sweet, playful romance with lots of humor and characters who... Continue Reading →
Just like the man at the center of it, this book is INTENSE, and mysterious, and sexy, and a little dirty, and filled with so much heart that you won't be able to handle it. I've been wanting Killian's book for a long time, and this did not disappoint. He's a crazy unique character that... Continue Reading →
I love the first of the month because it brings a whole new selection of deals! I’ve collected free or cheap Kindle books from romance authors I’ve read or been meaning to try – many are less than $1! Try out some new-to-you authors for cheap or fill up your Kindle with books from authors... Continue Reading →
I actually really liked a significant portion of this book, so I’m kinda disappointed that it wound up being a 3-star read for me. But the beginning and the end each lose it a star (more on that in a minute). It was entertaining, a little different than the norm, and a combination of sweet... Continue Reading →
September was an AWESOME month for new releases, with some of my favorite romances of the year. From light to angsty, there was a little of everything, but the fun, sexy reads dominated the month for me. The six books on this list all take the reader through a variety of emotions, mixing humor and... Continue Reading →
Thursday kicks off a VERY busy October, with so many exciting new releases coming our way! The 6th is a big release day, but be sure to clear your schedule for the 13th - it's got so many intriguing new books. There will be lots of reviews coming soon, so take a peek at some... Continue Reading →
This is one of those books where no rating seems like the correct one. I loved parts of it and hated others, but the lingering feeling is disappointment. Disappointment that the ending is so incredibly problematic and rushed. Disappointment that the relationship never felt like more than sex. Disappointment that a book with so much... Continue Reading →
I love me some Kayley Loring, so I am definitely looking forward to this sexy office romance with holiday spirit! She writes such great low angst romances that bring the steam but focus on the emotion. This one promises to get you ready for Christmas, with a sexy boss and his infuriating new assistant. I'm... Continue Reading →
So. Much. Fun. This series has been low angst delight so far, and I've loved every minute of it. It's playful and funny with characters you'll root for and slow burn romance that will have you hooked. I loved this couple; they're former classmates who reconnected as pen pals of sorts, and it's clear from... Continue Reading →
It’s the end of the month, so snatch up these deals while you can – there will be a whole new batch of deals on the first!!! There continue to be a ton of great freebies and deals out there on Kindle books, so get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no price books... Continue Reading →
There are SO MANY new romance novels coming your way in the month of October!!! It can be incredibly difficult to keep track of all of the new releases each month, so I’ve put together a calendar to help you manage your TBR. The following books are the ones that are on my radar –... Continue Reading →
This week had a little of everything, from steamy to sweet, light to angsty, popular to polarizing. I read an outstanding emotional romance (Crazy to Love You), as well as a great steamy rom-kinda-com (Not Just Friends). The more popular romances let me down, from the problematic Playing with Fire to the mislabeled Stories of... Continue Reading →
It was a big day for cover reveals, so I thought I'd put them all in one place! There are some exciting new releases on the way from authors I'm just becoming more familiar with, and I can't wait to get reading. Take a peek at the details for all of these intriguing books below!... Continue Reading →
This is the kind of romance that sneaks up on you; the kind of story you’re not sure you’re loving until all of a sudden you realize that you’re completely invested in it. It’s a slow emotional burn, focusing on the physical before transitioning into a more heartfelt read. Our couple begins the story having... Continue Reading →
Crazy to Love You is the followup to one of my FAVORITE love stories of 2020. It easily reads as a standalone, but will have a lot more impact if you've read the Wild Minds duet. Check out my reviews of those books here. Just rip my heart out already, why don't you? If you'd... Continue Reading →
While this wasn't a total winner for me, it's a solid start to a brand new series and is sure to hit the spot with fans of a sweeter romance with a women's fiction feel. This focuses on family, emotion, hometown charm, and making a business work, while still incorporating romance throughout. I genuinely liked... Continue Reading →
So. I was woefully unprepared for the content of this anthology, and there's a good chance that you might be too. The blurb indicates that it's filled with "sweet and sexy romance novellas" that will get you in the fall spirit. Well, the first one definitely will. But after that, this anthology kicks the steam... Continue Reading →
It's almost the end of the month, but there are still some great September releases on the way! I've got a few ARCs on my Kindle that I'm itching to start reading, so there are definitely exciting books to be read. It's a weird release week, with plenty of new books coming towards the end... Continue Reading →
Well, she tried to change things up, she really did. This has some noticeable differences from anything I've read by the author before, but still feels very much like one of her books. Including the level of OW drama and the problematic hero. West is not Hunter-level of problematic - thank God - but his... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There continue to be a ton of great freebies and deals out there on Kindle books, so get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into four lists – freebies, 99 cents, $1.99... Continue Reading →
After reading a really great roommate romance this week, it got me thinking about how many truly outstanding unexpected roommate romances I've read, especially recently. Admittedly, I am a fake relationship romance lover, and it's a common trope in those books, but there are so many instances where adding in that forced proximity produces combustible... Continue Reading →
I'm so looking forward to this one! Kiss My Putt is one of my absolute favorite reads of the year so far, and the followup comes out later this month. Swing and a Mishap promises to be low angst and high humor with just enough steam to set your Kindle on fire. I can't wait... Continue Reading →
What a great release week! While not everything was a total winner, I read a few outstanding books this week, and a few more that were a lot of fun. The vibe was definitely light and sexy, with several low angst reads topping the list. Two excellent books from two of my favorite authors (Flirting... Continue Reading →
Corinne Michaels always has such gorgeous covers! They always draw me in immediately and make me want to get reading, even if I'm not a huge fan of such emotional, angsty reads. Stay for Me is the final book in her Arrowood Brothers series, and it's sure to tug on your heartstrings. I still haven't... Continue Reading →
I've been loving this series as a whole, but this is the weak link for me. Friends to lovers is a favorite trope of mine - when it's executed a certain way. Unfortunately, these two come together in a way that lacks any sort of tension; it's all too easy and makes for a storyline... Continue Reading →
It's been far too long since I've read any of the books in this new adult series by Ilsa Madden-Mills. Honestly, it feels like it's been awhile since I've read a good college romance! So I am definitely ready to get reading. This one finds the hot jock going after the girl, and I'm all... Continue Reading →
So yesterday we had a cover reveal that was... not my favorite. Today? We've got this STUNNING cover from Ava Harrison! I'm in love with this antihero already, and we haven't even gotten started yet. Tarnished Empire promises to be a complicated, sexy read, and I'm sure it's going to have a storyline that's just... Continue Reading →
Such a devourable read! Light and sexy with the kind of delicious tension that keeps you turning the pages, I loved this one from start to finish. It’s got the sexy and playful feel that I love about Hunter’s rom coms, paired with an “enemies” to lovers vibe that shakes things up a bit. One... Continue Reading →
I hate the cover, but love the blurb! Hey, that's just being honest. We've got details on the newest rom com from hysterical duo Max Monroe, and it's got me ready to start reading. Sounds like this is going to feature a good guy hero will steal your heart, and I love the added elements... Continue Reading →
Back off, ladies, this book boyfriend is mine, all mine. I don’t think I’ve ever laid claim to a fictional man before, but this caring, compassionate, empowering, genuinely GOOD hero is the kind of guy you’ll want in your life. He’s effortlessly sexy, with humor, intelligence, and enough self-depricating charm to make you swoon. When... Continue Reading →
Short and STEAMY, this friends to lovers romance flies by. It's got tons of the author's signature banter, and I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of buildup to the steamy scenes - especially given the title. This one's got all of the tension and "will they/won't they" moments that make for a great friends... Continue Reading →
I've been loving this series by Amelia Kingston. The first book, So, That Got Weird, made my Top 19 of 2019 (review here), while the followup was a fun and sexy 5-star read (review here). I can't wait to check out this one - there's something about forced proximity that works for me, and it... Continue Reading →
Wrong number text romances are like catnip to me, and I have no idea why. That was the initial draw for this one, though the banter and chemistry had me turning the pages at a quick rate. It's a light and sexy story with almost zero angst, and I enjoyed it from start to finish... Continue Reading →
I’ve been meaning to check out this author’s work for awhile now because her covers are so fun and the blurbs sound enticing. But this was sort of a forgettable read for me. It was fine. There’s nothing bad but also nothing particularly compelling about it, and I’m probably going to forget that I even... Continue Reading →
Today is a HUGE release day, so I'll have plenty of reviews up throughout the week, but the next week is pretty busy too! We've got more releases later this week, and then several next Tuesday. Clear out some room on your TBR - there's good stuff on the way! Sept 16th: Thanks for Last... Continue Reading →
With so much drama that you'll think you're watching a soap opera, this light, fun romance has humor and heart. I always look forward to this author's easy, sexy rom coms, and that's exactly what this is. It starts with the steam, then transitions into a drama-filled but low angst read. I loved our stoic,... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There continue to be a ton of great freebies and deals out there on Kindle books, so get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into four lists – freebies, 99 cents, $1.99... Continue Reading →
There are so many awesome deals going on right now! It was a relatively quiet release week, so I thought I’d share a list of 15 of the best current freebies and deals. It's the perfect time to read those books you've been meaning to get to, or to discover a few you didn't know... Continue Reading →
This week... was actually lamer than I expected! There was a definite lull in releases because of Labor Day and kids going back to school. There was also one new release that I was really excited about, and it ended up being a major disappointment. The good news? I've spent the last several days reading... Continue Reading →
Honestly? I'm actually kind of mad about how much I hated the ending. Quinn is one of my favorite authors, so I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book. And I know she's been swinging for the fences with this series, but this book… really frustrated me. It's still got all of the... Continue Reading →
I featured this romantic comedy on my list of 15 Romances That Prove Forced Closeness Can Be Good (found here), and it's FREE at the moment! I'm not sure how long the freebie will last, but grab this one while you can. It's a light, mostly clean romance with tons of humor and an opposites... Continue Reading →
What a great cover! Lea Coll is one of those authors whose work seems to get better with each book, so I'm looking forward to her upcoming release. Mixing small town charm with plenty of emotion, her books have a serious feel while still feeling like easy reads. I liked the first book in this... Continue Reading →
There are some AWESOME deals right now, and one of the best is on Rules of Engagement by J.T. Geissinger. This light, playful opposites attract rom com is just 99 cents at the moment, and it made my Best of January list! I never know what to expect from Geissinger, but this book is low... Continue Reading →
We had a little bit of a quiet weekend because of the holiday - hope everyone enjoyed their Labor Day! That's not the case in the coming days, with lots of exciting releases coming out soon. The 15th is probably the busiest release day of the month, so be sure to take this opportunity to... Continue Reading →
I loved this playful and steamy opposites attract romance! It released last week and was such a fun, sexy read. The chemistry was there from the moment these two meet, and our grumpy hero falls hard for this sassy spitfire of a heroine. My 5-star book review is up now (you can find it here),... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There continue to be a ton of great freebies and deals out there on Kindle books, so get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into four lists – freebies, 99 cents, $1.99... Continue Reading →
September brings so many exciting releases, with new books by some of my favorite authors as well as a few whose work I'm just getting acquainted with. There are plenty of books that I'm looking forward to reading, but these are the ten that I want to devour as soon as possible. Whether they're written... Continue Reading →
September started off RIGHT, with an awesome release week. While I enjoyed all of this week's new books, I'd be very surprised if two of them (Real Fake Love and Revved to the Maxx) don't make my best of the month list - they were both outstanding. If you read my Teaser Tuesday post (found... Continue Reading →
I am LOVING this series so far, and Luca's book did not disappoint. Grant has such a way with humor, infusing quirky comedy and lightness into her books while still bringing the sexy and the heart. This heroine can only be described as "eccentric," but she pairs perfectly with a guarded, serious hero who will... Continue Reading →
I’ve been a fan of Teagan Hunter’s writing for awhile now, and she’s starting a brand new series that’s got me all kinds of intrigued! I associate her more with light, sexy rom coms, but this upcoming enemies to lovers romance sounds like it just might have a different vibe. Since that’s a trope I... Continue Reading →
Suspenseful and steamy with a capital S, this friends to lovers romance will definitely keep your heart racing. I don't think I've read a friends to lovers romance from this author before, and it added a freshness to a story that's - let's be honest - exactly what I expected it to be. Snow's got... Continue Reading →
