Voracious Romance Reader • Honest Reviewer
Take a peek at all of the Kindle, paperback, and audiobooks 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... Continue Reading →
From the moment we met this couple on the page together, I knew this love story was going to be something special. The TENSION snaps and crackles immediately, and it's obvious that there is both a lot of love and HURT between them. This (anti)hero is perhaps the most "broken" man I've ever rooted for... Continue Reading →
I liked the heart of this one, so I'm choosing to round up - even if it wasn't the perfect fit for me. With a brightly colored cover and a playful, punny name, I kinda expected this to be more of a rom com, and it's really not. There are definite small town vibes, with... Continue Reading →
It's the end of the month, so grab these deals while you can - there will be a whole new selection on the first!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect way to... Continue Reading →
If you’d asked me a few years ago, I would’ve told you that I don’t like women’s fiction. I’m a romance girl; I love love, and that’s what I like to read about. However, I consume so much romance that I’ve found myself drawn to romance/women’s fiction crossovers, because they usually feature insightful, unique storylines,... Continue Reading →
After struggling last week, things went much smoother this time around! I was quick to set aside anything that wasn't working for me, and I picked books that fit my moods. The results speak for themselves! Georgie, All Along doesn't count because I shared my sneak peek review last month, but I was excited that... Continue Reading →
I've got Meghan Quinn on my mind, so I thought I'd re-share my review for one of her older rom coms - the grumpy/sunshine, boss/assistant, wedding-related romance, Boss Man Bridegroom. I haven't been able to convince myself to dive into Quinn's newest, A Long Time Coming, yet(!), because friends to lovers drives me crazy 75%... Continue Reading →
January comes to a close with a GREAT release week, filled with so many highly anticipated romances and several intriguing indie reads. I've read a couple of them so far, and am excited to read several others. Take a peek at some of the books releasing in the next week below! Jan 27: Musical Games... Continue Reading →
Sometimes you start reading a book and get a great feeling about it almost immediately - there's something that pulls you in and lets you know that it's going to be a good one. That's how I felt about this. It was clear from the first few pages that the dynamic was WORKING for me,... Continue Reading →
There have been so many new deals that the list needed to be refreshed!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted... Continue Reading →
What a gorgeous love story! This is EASILY my favorite of Clayborn's romances (so far), and the bar was already pretty high. I loved the instant zap of connection I felt towards these characters, from those awkward first encounters to the subtle shifts in their relationship. I loved this grumpy hero - a man who... Continue Reading →
The banter and sexual tension in this he falls first/one-sided enemies to lovers romance made it such an engaging read; I loved watching these two bicker, and the attraction that sparked between them was palpable. It's also got a playful feel that makes the pages fly by, paired with an undercurrent of emotion that digs... Continue Reading →
Take a peek at all of the Kindle, paperback, and audiobooks 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... Continue Reading →
If we’re being honest, I expected a lot more from this. Having read and loved several of Sorensen’s more recent books, I was excited to start the series that has been so influential to her work. And it was just kinda disappointing. There is so much internalization that the reader knows a LOT more about... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into several lists – these deals change daily, so grab... Continue Reading →
There are SO MANY new romance novels coming your way in the month of February!!! 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 →
After reading (and adoring!) my ARC of Ali Hazelwood's summer release, I spent the rest of the week DNFing more books than I successfully read. I think it was a dreaded combination of having a MAJOR book hangover from the fantastic Love, Theoretically and simply picking up books that weren't delivering what I hoped they... Continue Reading →
I guess I'm glad that I read the second book in this series first, lol, because I probably wouldn't have continued on if I had started with this one. The two books are very, very different - this one is much more suspense-focused, so much so that it overtakes the romance. And the romance itself... Continue Reading →
We've got a solid release week on the way, with a great mix of intriguing books. There are some highly anticipated traditional releases as well as some interesting indie ones, so I'm not sure where to start first - and that's a good thing! Take a peek at some of the books releasing in the... Continue Reading →
Sonia Hartl revealed the cover for her August release, Rent to Be, today, and it's got me excited to dig in! Brother's best friend, unexpected roommates, AND some fake dating? Sign me up! Hartl's adult debut, Heartbreak for Hire, made my Top 20 of 2021 list, so I've been eagerly awaiting her next rom com.... Continue Reading →
Such a cute, feel good read! This will be a win for small town, single parent lovers who appreciate a laidback and easygoing love story with a touch of heartache. I could feel the instant ZAP of attraction between these two, and it immediately had my attention. It reminded me of my favorite of Locke's... Continue Reading →
Sleeper, Charmer & Troublemaker I've been a longtime fan of funny lady Kayley Loring, and the Name in Lights series is the one that really cemented my love for her work! I rated all three books in this lighthearted rom com series as 5 stars, and I have a special love for Sleeper. They're all... Continue Reading →
There was bound to be a miss in this otherwise-fantastic series at some point, and... this is it, unfortunately. I could tell something was off from the first chapter, when these two were (off-page) banging within the first few minutes of me picking up the book. We miss the initial banter and spark of attraction... Continue Reading →
Take a peek at all of the Kindle, paperback, and audiobooks 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... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The third time's the charm! While I have absolutely LOVED both of Hazelwood's previous novels, this one hooked me in INSTANTLY with the banter, electric chemistry, and the tense, forbidden aspect. It feels like her other work, but the vibe is also all its own - it progresses a little differently, the storyline is... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into several lists – these deals change daily, so grab... Continue Reading →
It was surprisingly easy to put together this list, because the forced proximity and sexual tension that arise from roommates situations in romance books is often deliciously addictive. When you stick two very different people together, there's always some friction, and I love the build as they find their way together. There are also so... Continue Reading →
It was definitely a decent-ish reading week, with a variety of books that almost hit the right notes. My favorite (by far) was Exes and O's, the opposites attract/roommates romance from Amy Lea. I loved the playful vibe, and it ended up being an engaging read. I also enjoyed the debut, Water Under the Bridge,... Continue Reading →
For a debut? Pretty solid, and I can definitely see this writing duo growing into authors on my one-click list. While I thought that the heroine overreacted to every little thing and the writing felt drawn out at times, I sincerely enjoyed the core of this office rivals romance and the playful feel. It gave... Continue Reading →
After this very busy release week, things slow down a little bit! MLK Day makes for a quieter release week, so you might just have time to catch up on your TBR. There are still some exciting new romances coming out though, so take a peek at some of the books releasing in the next... Continue Reading →
It’s a mini review! I’m clearing out my review queue of all the books I can’t seem to convince myself to finish, for one reason or another. That doesn’t mean these are negative reviews, it simply means that something isn’t compelling me to keep reading at the moment. Maybe I’ll go back to them another... Continue Reading →
There have been so many new deals that the list needed to be refreshed!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted... Continue Reading →
I'm torn between 4 and 5 stars, but the ending had me absolutely SWOONING, so I'm choosing to round up. There's a lot to love about this room-ance - a strangers to roommates to friends to lovers slow burn with fun, slightly off-kilter vibes and a hero whose feelings I wanted to figure out. The... Continue Reading →
What I love about Winter Renshaw is that I never know what I'm going to get; each book is wholly unique, and the journey is always unpredictable. That's definitely the case with this one as well, which certainly didn't progress in the way I expected. The premise was engaging, the story moved quickly, and the... Continue Reading →
Take a peek at all of the Kindle, paperback, and audiobooks 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... Continue Reading →
Not only did we get two beautiful cover reveals for one of my most highly anticipated releases today, but one of my Top 20 of 2022 selections is also on sale for just 99 cents! I adored Mile High, the first interconnected standalone in this series by Liz Tomforde. It was such a great read,... Continue Reading →
Everybody's been loving this one, but... I was disappointed. This series has become very popular, so I took my time waiting for the right tropes before checking out this new-to-me author. It should've been a perfect fit - there's tons of banter, sizzling chemistry, plenty of bickering, a firecracker of a heroine, and a hero... Continue Reading →
New week, new deals!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect way to try out new-to-you authors without breaking the bank. They’re sorted into several lists – these deals change daily, so grab... Continue Reading →
2022 is behind us, and it’s time to start thinking about all of the new romance books coming in 2023! There are some really awesome books on the way in the next several months, with new releases from some incredible authors. I don’t know about you, but my TBR is already FULL of exciting new... Continue Reading →
In case you missed it! I shared reviews for my 20 favorite books of 2022 over the holidays, and now I've got everything I loved about 2022 romance novels, all in one place! Looking back, I really did have a fantastic reading year – there were so many great books that ALMOST made my top... Continue Reading →
And we're back! I don't stop reading during the holidays, but I do take some time to rest and recharge my mental batteries, which means this wrap-up encompasses (some of) the reading I've been doing since Christmas - and a lot of it was great! I posted three 5-star sneak peek reviews, which is just... Continue Reading →
I’m so excited! The first two books in this sexual tension-filled series BOTH made my Top 20 of 2022 list, so I can’t wait for the next installment. We now have this gorgeous cover and intriguing blurb, which means I’m even more impatient to dig in. The good news? Powerless will be here on February... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ From the moment we met this couple on the page together, I knew this love story was going to be something special. The TENSION snaps and crackles immediately, and it's obvious that there is both a lot of love and HURT between them. This (anti)hero is perhaps the most "broken" man I've ever rooted... Continue Reading →
January kicks into high gear with a GREAT release week, filled with so many exciting releases that I can't wait to get my hands on. There's surely something for every reader, and things continue to stay as potential-filled throughout the month. Take a peek at some of the books releasing in the next week below!... Continue Reading →
Putting a whole new spin on one of my favorite tropes, I loved that this fake relationship romance felt fresh and different. This couple moves in together and enters a fake relationship as complete strangers undergoing an experiment, which added a level of unpredictability and interest to the beloved trope. There's a great opposites attract... Continue Reading →
Such a great series! After reading and absolutely LOVING the second book in this series (one of my favorites of 2022), I decided to go back and start the series from the beginning. And I'm glad that I did! There's a lot to love about this office romance, from the strong and resilient heroine to... Continue Reading →
Am I disappointed that this ended up being more women's fiction than romance, and that the true crime aspect was not a major element? Absolutely. However, I enjoyed the journey, and I happily binged it in one sitting. So I can't say that I didn't like it - this was a solid 3.5-star read for... Continue Reading →
Take a peek at all of the Kindle, paperback, and audiobooks 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... Continue Reading →
It's rare that a book has as much PERSONALITY as this one, something that truly makes it sparkle and shine. That's definitely the best part about this absolutely bonkers rom com - the journey is a little offbeat, a whole lot spicy, and a ton of fun. There's a reason why everyone has been loving... Continue Reading →
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome to 2023, hope it brings you all the good things. Right now, it’s bringing great deals! I love the first of the month, because there’s a whole new selection of deals!!! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up... Continue Reading →
Who doesn’t love a good trope? Everybody’s got a favorite, from tense enemies to lovers reads to playful fake relationship romances. I’ve always got certain expectations when I start reading a story that plays up a trope, and the books on this list all exceeded those expectations. I’ve selected the two books that I think... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and Love on the Brain certainly makes this list! The Love Hypothesis was one of my favorite books of 2021, so Hazelwood had a lot to live up to with her sophomore effort - and this did not disappoint!... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and the wonderfully unique Funny You Should Ask makes the list. As a self-proclaimed second chance romance hater, I think it's hysterical that a few wildly different second chance romances made my Top 20 list. When they work, they... Continue Reading →
It's the end of the month (and year!), so grab these deals while you can - there will be a whole new selection on the first! There are a ton of great freebies and deals out there on romance books, so get clicking and load up your library! These low/no price books are the perfect... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and Next of Kin was such an unexpected delight! On a night when nothing on my TBR was calling my name, I stumbled upon this newly-released debut. I'd never heard of the book, but the cover was adorable and... Continue Reading →
2023 is just getting started, and it brings a quieter release week before things kick into high gear. It's a very, very busy release month overall, but things are still a little slow around the holidays. There are a few new books that I'm excited to dig into, and plenty on the way soon. Take... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and Terms and Conditions is another book that lived up to the TikTok hype. It's a marriage of convenience/office romance that ended up being right up my alley, and I loved how the hero was in so over his... Continue Reading →
This cover is so cute, and the blurb has me more excited than I expected to be! I've been loving this lighthearted series, but we've gotten a feel for this couple's dynamic, and I was a little skeptical... until I read the blurb. I love marriage of convenience romances, and having them be secretly married... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and Honestly, I'm Totally Faking It is one of those books that came out of nowhere for me. Typically, I'm either anticipating a release myself or I get a recommendation and put it on my TBR for "sometime." With... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and this debut easily makes the list! I'm such a second chance romance hater that it took about a dozen other readers recommending this to me before I finally dove in. And I'm so glad that I did! It's... Continue Reading →
There's a new movie-inspired rom com on the way from Meghan Quinn, and I'm excited! The spinoff of this series, Untying the Knot, just made my Top 20 of 2022 list (details below), so you know I love this author. But I've also discovered that my enjoyment of this particular series depends on my enjoyment... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What a gorgeous love story! This is EASILY my favorite of Clayborn's romances (so far), and the bar was already pretty high. I loved the instant zap of connection I felt towards these characters, from those awkward first encounters to the subtle shifts in their relationship. I loved this grumpy hero - a man... Continue Reading →
As 2022 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year, and that list wouldn't be complete without Ten Trends to Seduce Your Bestfriend. It's one of the more unique and memorable books I've read this year, with a hero that I absolutely adored. It's also beefy and a little... Continue Reading →
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