I've never blinked away tears within 5 minutes of reading a book before, but... there's a first time for everything. This starts out HEAVY and gets lighter along the way, as our heroine grapples with her grief and learns to love life again. Opening with a suicide note that delivers quite the punch, this book... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros
I'll be honest, I almost left this book unfinished. While it's got some gorgeous writing and an achingly emotional love story, the flashbacks didn't work for me - at all. It's almost 50/50 in terms of past/present, so it felt like every time this slow burn romance gained some momentum, the book would switch to... Continue Reading →
New Month, New Freebies and Deals
I love the first of the month because it brings a whole new selection of deals! There are 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.... Continue Reading →
Best of February 2021
If we're being honest... I am not shocked that every book on this month's Best of list is written by one of my favorite authors. This month had SO MANY releases, many of which were highly anticipated for me. It was bound to happen this way, and I'm not mad about it. March, on the... Continue Reading →
The 8 March Releases I’m Most Excited About
March 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 eight that I want to devour as soon as possible. Whether they’re written... Continue Reading →
WEEKLY WRAP-UP: February 26th
What a week! Yes, I'm fully aware that the number of reviews I posted this week is a little bonkers, but... can you blame me?! There were SO MANY new releases this week, and I just couldn't pass some of them up. And I'm, umm, actually not done reading this week's releases; I've still got... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Played by the Rockstar by Christina Hovland
Light and funny with touches of emotion throughout, this is rock star romance done a little differently. Our hero might have a questionable relationship history, but he knows a good thing when he sees it. Linx is kind, determined, and loving, yet still gives off enough of a rock star vibe to make this feel... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Love at First by Kate Clayborn
Unlike the quietly beautiful Love Lettering, this took a lot longer to grow on me. There's something sedate and easygoing about the writing style, so it's easy to put down and walk away from - which is not usually a glowing endorsement for a book. But once I delved deeper into the story and got... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: The Bookworm’s Guide to Flirting by Emma Hart
I always enjoy this author's low angst, banter-filled reads, but this one leaned into that a little bit too much, so the story ended up feeling shallow and kinda superficial. It's still a fun, playful read, but the heroine's personality gives this an over the top feel that makes the romance fade into the background.... Continue Reading →
Teaser Thursday
If we're being honest here, I'm STILL going to be reading this week's releases next week! It was such an amazing release week, and I've still got a few on my TBR for the coming days. That doesn't mean there aren't great books coming next week though! March brings some intriguing new romances, and there... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Leave Him Loved by Harloe Rae
I love how unique each of this author's books feel; they all have completely different vibes, so I never know what to expect going in. That means that certain releases resonate with me more than others, and this particular one wasn't a great fit - for me. It's still a solid small town romance with... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: The Knockout Rule by Kelly Siskind
My thoughts about this are all over the place, honestly. There’s a lot that I really loved about it, especially the ADORABLE hero and the depth of the story. This touches on some difficult subjects, and has a very unique feel. However, it also dragged a LOT in the middle, and the writing style just... Continue Reading →
DOLLAR DATES: 99 Cent Kindle Deals
This list is a lot like the weekly deals list, except the focus is on 99 cent Kindle deals and it’s on a smaller scale. I only update the big list on Sundays (and the first of the month), but deals often pop up during the week, so this will be a nice spot to... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Call Me Crazy by Melanie Harlow
Who would've thought that the Italian playboy would have the SWOONIEST love story? Not me, I'll tell you that. Though I've been loving this series so far, I was a little bit nervous about Enzo's book, because last we saw him, he was dating a twenty-year-old and still giving smoldering looks to every woman who... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Bet the Farm by Staci Hart
Super cute with plenty of small town charm, this was a fun read. I love a playful enemies to lovers romance, and that's what this one was - these two clearly don't hate each other, but there's plenty of friction between them. They've got some great history and their friendly competition makes for some fun... Continue Reading →
New Releases in Romance
Take a peek at all of the books that just released or are coming your way soon! While my release calendar showcases all of the books that I would read if I had unlimited time (wouldn’t that be nice), this new release post is broader and simpler. It works just like the freebies and deals post... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Return to Us by Corinne Michaels
If you’ve ever read a second chance romance that made you want to sit the characters down and tell them that they’ve wasted fifteen years of their lives being bitter about a breakup without ever ONCE having an actual conversation about it... well, you have an idea of how this one goes. Second chance lovers... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: My Beautiful Neighbor by Piper Rayne
As a series starter, this is very successful. As a romance, it's pretty lackluster. Introducing a complicated family, a new town, setting up several future relationships, AND developing a satisfying standalone romance is a lot to ask of a book, and this manages to do many of those things well. It's got a great small... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Make It Sweet by Kristen Callihan
I loved this SO MUCH. So very much. I always look forward to this author's books, and this was absolutely everything that I want from her work: a delicate dance towards love, a slow and torturous burn, intense intimacy, and quiet moments that have such impact. This hero is broken in the best of ways,... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Twist of Fate by Tia Louise
I fell for this hero in This Much is True, so I was really looking forward to his love story... until I learned more about his heroine. If you're a fan of the author's work, the clues are all there; Scout and Daisy have each appeared in previous books, though this will read as a... Continue Reading →
This Week’s Deals and Steals
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 →
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: March Releases
There are SO MANY new romance novels coming your way in the month of March!!! 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 →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Hot Stuff by Max Monroe
This hero has got to be one of the sweetest, swooniest guys I have ever read about - period. I've been looking forward to his love story since Single Dad Seeks Juliet, and Garrett did not disappoint. The pacing, however? Kinda did. I was a little thrown off by the pacing in this one (with... Continue Reading →
WEEKLY WRAP-UP: February 19th
I feel like I've been handing out 5-star ratings like candy this month, because the releases have been AWESOME. This week was particularly good; I read multiple 5-star romances, and the vibes were all completely different. There was the intense and steamy Ruthless Creatures, the emotional and tense Hard to Score, the low angst and... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Ruthless Creatures by J.T. Geissinger
This antihero? Holy wowza, he is overwhelmingly INTENSE in the best of ways. An undomesticated alpha with a raw intensity that will keep you turning the pages, this antihero is loyal, lovable, and completely unforgettable. Every scene this couple is in together is SCORCHING, even when they're fully dressed. The author was not lying when... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Forever Never by Lucy Score
There's a new book on the way from Lucy Score very soon, and it looks like a steamy, complicated read! This funny lady always brings the heart and the heat, so I can’t wait to see what Forever Never is like. Score is calling it a very “girthy” book, and I’m not entirely sure that’s... Continue Reading →
⭐️ REVIEW: The Kiss by M. Robinson
Honestly, this book is downright disrespectful to all of the rom com lovers out there. It’s what someone writes when they have only the vaguest sense of what makes a rom com great; an obvious attempt to throw together something that will sell. You know what makes for a great rom com? Actual chemistry between... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Marrying Mr. Wrong by Claire Kingsley
I love a light, sexy, feel good rom com, and this is definitely that. It plays up the tropes, starting with an extremely memorable meet cute before moving into a Vegas wedding and a "fake" relationship that stirs up all kinds of real feelings. There's obvious chemistry between these two, and I was rooting for... Continue Reading →
Teaser Thursday
We have to talk about Tuesday. February has been a fantastic month for new releases, but that all culminates in one absolutely crazy release day on the 23rd. There are SO MANY books releasing on that day, and I'll be reviewing several of them. I had to turn down multiple ARCs just to keep myself... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Close Quarters by Kandi Steiner
Angsty and intense with the kind of addictive storyline that keeps you turning the pages, this was a devourable read. On paper, it sounds like the kind of romance that I’d hate - if you felt the complicated, possibly cheating, vibes coming from that blurb, you haven’t missed the mark. But it’s executed in such... Continue Reading →
Mid-Week Kindle Deals
Most of the Valentine's Day deals are over, and new deals have replaced them (including a few very exciting ones!), so I'm posting a special MINI EDITION of the deals list to tide you over until Sunday! Get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no price Kindle books are the perfect way to try... Continue Reading →
New Releases in Romance
Take a peek at all of the books that just released or are coming your way soon! While my release calendar showcases all of the books that I would read if I had unlimited time (wouldn’t that be nice), this new release post is broader and simpler. It works just like the freebies and deals post... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Hard to Score by K. Bromberg
There is nothing quite like a good guy who finally gets everything he deserves from life. This series has been full of emotion, with complex characters and situations that make for very angsty reads. Hard to Score is probably the lightest one, though don't tell that to this hero; he is a genuinely kind, loving,... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: My Wicked Heart by T.L. Smith
Please note: This is the second half of a duet, which needs to be read in order. You can find my 4-star review of My Beautiful Poison here. This only gets a second star from me because I did legitimately like the first book in the duet, but... talk about a hot mess. So disappointing.... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Like You Love Me, Adriana Locke
Quietly adorable, laidback, and a sweet, feel good read, this was just what I needed. It's more understated than a lot of this author's work, leaning into its charming, heartfelt feel, but the story is exactly the kind that I like in a small town romance. These two are childhood friends who lost track of... Continue Reading →
Valentine’s Day Deals and Steals
❤️ Happy Galentine’s Day! ❤️ The list is a day early this week, because my husband is claiming Valentine’s Day for himself – and I’m not complaining! There are a ton of great deals going on for the holiday, so the timing works out there too. Get clicking and load up your eReader! These low/no... Continue Reading →
What’s on My TBR? 25 ARCs Currently on My Kindle
I was flipping through my Kindle library this week, and realized just how many AWESOME ARCs I have on my hands at the moment. I'm almost exclusively an ARC reader at this point, because I am TERRIBLE about spoiling books for myself! If you've ever found yourself scrolling through waaaay too many reviews before deciding... Continue Reading →
WEEKLY WRAP-UP: February 12th
February is shaping up to be a crazy - and crazy good - release month! This week felt a little bit like the calm before the storm, with some solid releases, but not the chaos that will be the 23rd. I feel like all of my favorite authors are releasing books this month, and that's... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Hot Stuff by Max Monroe
I'm pretty excited about this one! We met the hero of Hot Stuff in Single Dad Seeks Juliet, one of my picks for my Top 20 of 2020, and his story sounds like it's going to be good. I always love Max Monroe's light and sexy rom coms, and I'm definitely loving the sounds of... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Not Pretending Anymore by Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward
We've got the cover and blurb for the newest from Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward, and I am curious to see where this one goes! Their releases are typically either GREAT or MEH for me, so I'm cautiously optimistic about this one. I love a forced proximity/roommate romance, so this sounds right up my alley,... Continue Reading →
Teaser Thursday
The new releases keep coming next week, with LOTS of exciting books on the way! This just might be the craziest release month I've encountered, with new books from SO MANY amazing authors! I'll have reviews going up throughout the week. Feb 15: Slapshot by Rebecca Jenshak I’m banished to Vermont for a scandal that... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon
So, let me start off by saying that I had a very strange reading experience with this book. The blurb had me so excited that I preordered the Kindle edition and started reading on release day. But... I found the heroine to be extremely off-putting, and I set the book aside pretty quickly. Not necessarily... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Love in Moments by Scarlett Cole
Whoa boy, this was SEXY. Wasting no time getting right into the steam and keeping it central to the storyline throughout, this one’s got an intensity to it that I loved. I also loved the honesty; these are two flawed individuals, and sometimes they stumble. They feel real and relevant, with complex personalities. There’s something... Continue Reading →
New Releases in Romance
Take a peek at all of the books that just released or are coming your way soon! While my release calendar showcases all of the books that I would read if I had unlimited time (wouldn’t that be nice), this new release post is broader and simpler. It works just like the freebies and deals post... Continue Reading →
DEAL ALERT: Paperback Sale
Some of the buzziest romance novels that can sometimes be $10+ even on Kindle are on a BUY 3 FOR THE PRICE OF 2 sale in paperback format right now. There's a great selection too! Check out the main sale page at the link below for details, or view my list of suggestions. Amazon: https://amzn.to/3cTPCa3... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Steal My Magnolia by Karla Sorensen
I love a good slow burn, so when I tell you that this was just plain slow... believe it. The last two books I read by this author had magnetic chemistry, an undeniable connection that had me turning the pages. This didn't even feel like it was written by the same author. And I'm sorry... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Surrender by J. Saman
Short, steamy, and full of suspense, this reads quickly and will have you caught up in the action. It's more of a true romantic suspense than I prefer these days, with the drama as much of a focal point as the romance. So much so that the relationship felt a little shortchanged, definitely leaning towards... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Call Me Crazy by Melanie Harlow
Look at that cover! If I wasn't already excited about this marriage of convenience romance (I totally was), I definitely would be after seeing this gorgeous cover. The first two books in this S-E-X-Y, emotional series were EXCELLENT, so I can't wait to get my hands on this one. We know a little bit about... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Mourning Wood by Heather M. Orgeron
I'm still getting to know Heather M. Orgeron's work, but this storyline has got me interested! It sounds a little different than the usual, and I'm curious to see where it leads. I love a determined hero, and I love a unique meet cute, so this sounds right up my alley. We'll see how it... Continue Reading →
Audio Add-Ons For Under $2
⚠️ See details below before browsing! ⚠️ There are some incredible deals on audiobooks that are available if you already own the Kindle edition. I don't know about you, but I've acquired a ton of free or cheap books through the weekly deals list (found here), and I'd love to listen to some of them... Continue Reading →
This Week’s Deals and Steals
There are 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 and $2.99 or more. These deals... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Drop Dead Gorgeous by Lauren Landish
What a delightful, quirky treat! This is EASILY the best book that I've read by this author, and I'm always excited to get my hands on her new releases. I really wasn't sure what to expect going in, and that made the journey all the more interesting. It's part rom com, part murder mystery, and... Continue Reading →
15 Superb Sports Romances
I don't know about you, but I've got sports on my mind! Tight football pants make me think of some of my favorite romance novels, with book boyfriends who are focused on their budding sports careers and the leading ladies who tame them. From college athletes to professional players, sports romances come in variety of... Continue Reading →
WEEKLY WRAP-UP: February 5th
February started off right with a few great new books! My favorite book of the week was easily How to Save a Life, but The Wedding Game was a funny little treat too - and it's available one month early! See my review for details. There were also solid releases from two authors whose work... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Leave Him Loved by Harloe Rae
Those eyes! I actually don't like this cover, but I can't seem to stop looking at the model's eyes - it might just grow on me, lol! And the story has got me interested too. Rae's books are always a little mysterious, with unique storylines and heroes who are kinda swoony. So, while there are... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Between the Lines by T. Gephart
Honestly? I wasn't all that excited to read this book, because while I've enjoyed the series a lot, I just don't like this hero. Manwhore heroes can be tough for me, and even the heroine describes Tibbs as "gross" because of his "ho parade." Yes, those are actual quotes from the heroine. It's one thing... Continue Reading →
Teaser Thursday
Next week kicks off three HUGE Tuesday release days in a row, with lots of exciting new books. I'll be posting tons of reviews throughout the month, and even had to turn down some ARCs that I wanted because the weeks are so packed - especially on the 23rd. So clear out your TBR now... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: The Royals Next Door by Karina Halle
How cute is this?! Karina Halle just revealed the cover for her upcoming romance, The Royals Next Door, and it's adorable! This is a little different for her, but it's also from a major publisher, so I'm curious to see what the vibe is like. Details below - it releases on August 31st! Blurb: An... Continue Reading →
COVER REVEAL: Love to Tempt You by J. Saman
I'm REALLY excited about this one! If you've been following my reviews for awhile, you'll know that I'm a huge fan of J. Saman's writing. She had three books on my shortlist for the Top 20 of 2020 - and all three were part of this series! So, yeah, I'm very much looking forward to... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: The Wedding Game by Meghan Quinn
Light, funny, and a little bit charming, this is quintessential Quinn with a touch of something new. It's tamer and more of a heartwarming comedy than her usual, leaning into the funny in the first half before shifting into a sweet - yet still very sexy - romance. Though it got off to a bit... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ REVIEW: Perfect for You by Lea Coll
I’m still waiting for one of this author’s books to blow me away, but they get closer to doing so with each release. Her work feels so unique - often featuring complex, difficult storylines that are serious and emotional without being overly angsty. I loved the distinct feel of this one and adored this hero’s... Continue Reading →
New Releases in Romance
Take a peek at all of the books that just released or are coming your way soon! While my release calendar showcases all of the books that I would read if I had unlimited time (wouldn’t that be nice), this new release post is broader and simpler. It works just like the freebies and deals post... Continue Reading →
FEATURED DEAL + REVIEW: You Deserve Each Other by Sarah Hogle
MEGA DEAL ALERT!!! One of my FAVORITE books from last year is on a huge sale right now, so if you were waiting to snatch this one up, do it now! You Deserve Each Other is on sale for $1.99! It was one of my Top 20 of 2020 picks, and is usually significantly more... Continue Reading →