Voracious Romance Reader • Honest Reviewer
Seriously... friends to lovers is at its absolute BEST in this one! I loved the first book by this writing duo, so I couldn't wait to dig into this and it did not disappoint. I'll be the first to admit that I took a little while to warm up to it - the prologue pulls... Continue Reading →
Every time a book by Adriana Locke hits my Kindle, I have to get my grabby hands on it immediately. And that was the case with this one too. Though the personalities of these characters weren’t a perfect fit for me, I thoroughly enjoyed the book from start to finish and read it in one... Continue Reading →
It was a week of hits and misses! Three of this week's releases made my Best of July list (making it a crazy good week in that regard), one was sexy escapism, and two didn't quite hit the mark. After a bit of a slump mid-month, I was so happy to find some books that... Continue Reading →
This is the perfect vacation escapism everyone needs in their life, complete with a sexy Italian artist who is both loving and demanding. I loved this hero - a single dad who isn’t afraid of being open about his feelings. He’s a little too mysterious for me in the beginning, but once the reader gets... Continue Reading →
This hero... doesn't seem to understand the word NO. It's a common theme in an otherwise light and sweet book. I love a good office romance and don't normally have an issue with the dynamics, but there were several instances in this one that just didn't sit right (more on that in a minute). It's... Continue Reading →
If you've been following along with the series, Hasty needs no introduction. While this will read as a standalone, knowing Hastings/Hasty's backstory will make it a richer reading experience. Though, there is one problem with that... this is very much Hasty's story, and I don't actually like Hasty all that much. It's all about her... Continue Reading →
When your biggest complaint about a book is that it's TOO sweet... well, you're not really complaining at all, are you? This zero-angst, steamy, and downright adorable read will have you as smitten as these two characters are from the moment they meet. The instalove is... extreme. But I can't fault a book for being... Continue Reading →
When I sat down to write this review, I still wasn’t sure if this book was going to get five stars or three stars from me, that’s how strong my feelings are. Technically speaking, this is one of the best books I have read this year, hands down. But emotionally, I had a lot of... 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 →
THIS is why I read rom coms; for those books that are smile-inducing, lighthearted, and just so much fun. I laughed, I smiled, and that slow burn just about killed me (in the best way). Kiss My Putt is exactly what you'd want from a book of that title, featuring my favorite kind of enemies... Continue Reading →
My reading slump hasn't been completely busted yet, but I'm happy to report that I've read some pretty great books in the last few days. And a few of this week's new releases were just the kind light-hearted, playful reads to hold my interest right now. Two of this week's releases are books from some... Continue Reading →
While this most definitely is not my favorite from Blakely, it does have all of the things I love about her work - great banter, sizzling chemistry, a light/low angst feel, and a storyline that stands out from the pack. Where this one falters for me is the steam; you can definitely feel the lust... Continue Reading →
Let me start off by saying that, for a debut, this was very, very good. I see a ton of potential in the author’s work and would not hesitate to read more. While there are some storyline issues that hold me back from rating this higher, it’s a solid, emotional read that will leave you... Continue Reading →
What a great introduction to this group of friends! Whether you’ve read the first full length novel in this series, Star Bright, or not, this short and playful novella will allow you to get to know these characters better. Stella is the heroine of the first book, and this provides some insight into her relationship... Continue Reading →
One of July's Kindle Monthly Deals just so happens to be one of my absolute favorite books of 2019. I really, really loved this one and it is definitely worth the 99 cents you can grab it for right now. Since the book released prior to the launch of my blog, I thought I'd share... Continue Reading →
Love all that delicious tension! This lighthearted enemies to lovers romance is filled with chemistry and humor, making the pages fly by. Our hero is a shameless playboy who has finally met his match, and sparks fly between the two right away. I loved all of the bickering that is really banter, the humor, and... Continue Reading →
Holy angsty! While I love that these authors know how to deliver tension and complicated relationships, I don't read their books for nonstop angst - and that's what this one is. These two have been dancing around their feelings for almost a decade, and the push/pull doesn't stop once they come back into each other's... Continue Reading →
It was a busy, busy release week, with some very good books that have (almost) busted my reading slump! I've been loving the opportunity to check out some new-to-me authors, as well as a few whose work I haven't read in awhile. All four of my favorites this week are written by authors whose work... Continue Reading →
Such a FANTASTIC start to a new series! This had all the slow burn/enemies to lovers goodness that I wanted, with a couple that I was rooting for from the very beginning. I really, really enjoyed it. The story starts out tension-filled with some serious sparks, then slowly turns into a great friends to lovers... Continue Reading →
Well that's one STEAMY rom com! Fast-paced and oh so sexy, this opposites attract romance is full of heat. It's light and easy to read in one sitting, pairing a pro football player who is tired of playing games with a good girl in need of a little spice in her life. While it started... Continue Reading →
This debut author has loads of potential, but I also feel like she's not quite there yet. The story is light and playful with SO MUCH quirky humor that it reached the point of too much of a good thing. By the halfway point - and one highly problematic scene involving shrooms - I was... Continue Reading →
A VERY solid start to a new series, this is refreshing and different with a light feel that makes the pages fly by. Featuring a heroine who has found her own kind of family while partaking in an unashamedly lavish lifestyle and a hero who is incredibly intrigued by the world he becomes immersed in,... Continue Reading →
Talk about a dark and delicious ride! I've been meaning to check out this author's work for a while now and this was the perfect place to start. The first half of a duet (ending in one major CLIFFHANGER), it's intense and sexy with a storyline that's complex and interesting. Atlas is no one's hero... Continue Reading →
This one sits solidly between three and four stars for me. Bybee's a talented writer, so there were definitely elements that I enjoyed, but also several things that bugged me. It's sweet and somber with a touch of suspense, featuring a hero who will steal your heart. He is almost too perfect, going from an... Continue Reading →
I really wish that I enjoyed this one more than I did, but... it's kind of a hot mess. While I was drawn in by the playful cover and the promising blurb, there were issues that prevented me from connecting to what should've been a fun rom com. I can't say that I loved the... Continue Reading →
Loved the chemistry between these two! This best friend's little sister romance played out very differently than I expected - and I am completely okay with that. It's essentially a strangers to lovers romance because these two have never met before. After crashing into each other's lives in a big way, Case and Emma find... Continue Reading →
This week was hit or miss for me, I'll be honest. I read a book by a new-to-me author, Louise Bay, whose work I will definitely be checking out more of. I also read books by a few favorites that were a little disappointing. It happens. After a FANTASTIC June, I was bound to hit... Continue Reading →
Such a sexy tease of a story! This short and not-so-sweet prequel will take you less than an hour to read, but it sets up the story perfectly. Hart gives us a feel for this couple and how things were supposed to go between them... before life gets in the way. It's light, very steamy,... Continue Reading →
We've seen this couple grow and mature over the course of several years, stumbling every time they take a step forward and learning from it. Lawson's writing skill makes it a compelling read, drawing you in and playing with your emotions. But, if I’m being honest, I started to lose my love for this couple... Continue Reading →
I love a grumpy boss and I also love Bloom's brand of comedy, so I took a chance on this one despite the fact that secret babies are my least favorite trope. While I didn't necessarily love that element of the storyline, there's a lot of fun humor and playfulness to this romance. It's also... Continue Reading →
Loved this hero! It's my first time reading something from this author but it definitely won't be my last, because the writing was solid, the characters were compelling, and the storyline was unique enough to hold my interest. I will warn you though - this was on track to receive an easy 5-star rating from... Continue Reading →
Have you ever read a book that you enjoyed at the time, but also knew that you'd forget about it in a few days? That's where I'm at with this one. Reiss' skilled writing keeps this from being a lackluster read, but it's not her best work. I did love this tone from her though;... Continue Reading →
After a really great month for new releases, we were due for a quieter week! Not everything was a winner this week, but there were a couple of stellar new books (including one of my favorites of the month). If you read my Teaser Tuesday post (found here), you know that things pick back up... Continue Reading →
Full of action and lust, this is classic Nicole Snow with a twist. It's a new location, new problems, but still the same suspense and steam that she's known for. Longtime fans will enjoy the fresh take while new readers will appreciate that this reads as a standalone. Why the 3-star rating then? While the... Continue Reading →
WOW, talk about a powerful start to the series! My love for this book snuck up on me, because I wasn't sure that I was enjoying it at the beginning, but I was also completely engrossed in the story. Sometimes I think the mark of a great book is when you want to throttle the... Continue Reading →
Such a heartfelt, emotional read! Coll is one of those authors whose work gets better and better every time I read one of her books. I seriously considered a 5-star rating for this one, and honestly, there's not much holding me back from giving it one. The story is realistic, relatable, sweet with just a... Continue Reading →
Heartfelt and emotional, this love story may be part of a romantic suspense series but its focus is on finding love after loss. Pairing a new widow with the man who was on the mission that took her husband's life, it's a somewhat somber and serious read that will tug on your heartstrings. If you're... Continue Reading →
Like many of the other romance lovers out there, I watched the Crazy Rich Asians movie when it was released, so I jumped at the opportunity to check out more of the author's work. Unfortunately, I could tell right away that this story was not really for me. There are a lot of characters to... Continue Reading →
I won't sugarcoat it; this isn't up to the standards that I expect from Jenshak's work. The quality of the writing is still there, but the storyline is kind of all over the place. I can't say that I ever really felt the chemistry, and some of the bumps on this road to happily ever... Continue Reading →
There are SO MANY new romance novels coming your way in the month of July!!! 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 →
It continues to be an OUTSTANDING month for romance, with so many great new releases to fill up your TBR. This might be my biggest release week yet, and the quality of these new books is excellent. I tried out several new-to-me authors whose work I will definitely be reading more of, and there were... Continue Reading →
Blakely never disappoints, and this light, sexy, friends to lovers romance is no exception. It reads quickly, has plenty of playful moments, and just enough steam to keep things sexy. These two have been denying their feelings for each other for a very long time, but there’s an obvious connection and easy conversation that comes... Continue Reading →
I knew within the first few pages that I was going to LOVE this one, with its slightly ridiculous, playful feel and a storyline that kept me guessing. It's my first from the author but I will definitely be going back for more, because this was so entertaining from start to finish. The storyline is... Continue Reading →
I love a determined hero! That's got to be my favorite part about this light and steamy romance. Our hero has been crushing on his best friend's sister for nearly a decade, and he has no plans to miss his shot this time around. It's sexy, very low angst, and reads quickly. If you're not... Continue Reading →
Surrender absolutely FLEW BY! It has the kind of 5-star banter that makes you forget things like instalove and settle into the story. You won't have any trouble reading this in one sitting (I devoured it very quickly), and those who haven't read the rest of the Seaside Pictures series won't have any problem reading... Continue Reading →
This book proves that it’s possible to fall for a writing style but also hate the words that are written. By that I mean that I really enjoyed the way the author writes, but I just couldn’t get behind the story. Cheating is a pretty hard limit for me, so I found the actions of... Continue Reading →
It's not often that I'm so taken aback by a twist that it makes me look back at every scene with fresh eyes and contemplate rereading the book immediately, but that's exactly what happened with this one. Nathan did an excellent job laying down the foundation, ratcheting up the tension until I was on edge,... Continue Reading →
What a mysterious, seductive read! The start of a tempting new trilogy (yes, this ends on a major CLIFFHANGER), A Reckless Note will get you hooked on this love story. It's sexy and compelling, filled with secrets that unravel slowly, and centered around a relationship that I want more of. This installment is told exclusively... Continue Reading →
I really loved the playful, vibrant writing style in this! It's my first time reading something from the author, but her reputation and that adorable cover drew me in. I'll be the first to admit that friends with benefits-style relationships are not my thing, but Hibbert makes it obvious that there's so much more to... Continue Reading →
If you haven’t tried Saman’s work yet, it’s time to change that! There’s an intensity to her writing that hooks you in and doesn’t let go until the last page. Even when I was torn about some of the elements in this dark romance, she had me reeled into the story. It’s darker than I... Continue Reading →
This is the kind of light and easy romance that you can read in one sitting and enjoy every page. It’s low angst and sexy with likable characters and a storyline that’s familiar but done in Flynn’s own way. While I’ve read plenty of her work in the past, I’m not caught up on this... Continue Reading →
In case you're wondering.... there is a LOT of cheating in this. I felt gross about the relationship from the first 10% of the book on, because our "heroine" was having dirty dreams about her sister's guy after only a 5 minute conversation with him. I pretty much loathed her the entire time. The writing... Continue Reading →
What a great week for romance! There were so many awesome new books released this week, and it continues to be a very strong month in terms of quality. I'm going to have an extremely difficult time selecting my Best of June list, I can tell you that! This week, there were releases from some... Continue Reading →
Not gonna lie... this was pretty disappointing. I've heard great things about this author's writing, so I jumped at the chance to read a "fun, flirty" second chance romance. And the writing is good - there were moments that had solid chemistry, an obvious connection, and fun dialogue. But that didn't overcome all of the... Continue Reading →
We'll call this one 5 stars with an asterisk, because I enjoyed it way too much to rate it any lower, but there were definitely a couple of things that bugged me (more on that in a minute). Tijan is an excellent writer, so the words just flowed and the story was engrossing from the... Continue Reading →
What a delightfully refreshing read! P. Dangelico is one of those authors whose work I can one-click without hesitation, knowing I'm in for a good romance. Whether it's something angsty or something light, she's great at putting her readers through a whole range of emotions. This one is definitely on the lighter side - it's... Continue Reading →
Steamy and sweet, this friends to lovers romance features a biker with a big heart. I won't lie to you - the beginning of this was a struggle for me. For a book that's the start of a new series, it really doesn't feel like a standalone. There are a LOT of characters to keep... Continue Reading →
This was SO GOOD! It’s my first time reading something by Sorensen, and I might just need to go a little one-click crazy on her books, because it was FLAWLESS from start to finish. Twin swaps are a guilty pleasure trope of mine because they can play out in a variety of ways and there’s... Continue Reading →
Definitely one of the better books I’ve read by this author! You can depend on Reynolds for light, low angst reads with loving and protective alpha males. She’s not breaking the mold with her books, but is delivering solid, easy romances that read quickly and wash away the troubles of your day. I loved this... Continue Reading →
Low angst and playful with an adorably awkward hero, this flies by. I read it in one sitting and there was never a dull moment. Ney writes great dialogue, and this has her signature humor mixed with a relationship that doesn't follow the normal progression. The meet cute is unique, the characters original, and the... Continue Reading →
The Cocky Hero Club releases keep on coming, with 10 brand new books going live today! If you haven't heard of the Cocky Hero Club yet, it's a series of standalones that are all inspired by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward's beloved series. Written by up-and-coming authors, it's a great way to sample some new-to-you... Continue Reading →
Have you ever read a book that's so bad that it's almost good? Like a car wreck you just can't take your eyes off of? That's where I'm at with this one. I couldn't make myself stop reading it, and there were times when I really, really wanted to. But the writing style is actually... Continue Reading →
This week has been a CRAZY GOOD release week, and the new romances keep coming next week! I've been reading non-stop and loving every minute of it. Some of my favorite authors are releasing new books, and I can already tell it's going to be VERY difficult to make my Best of June list (though... Continue Reading →
