Voracious Romance Reader • Honest Reviewer
Oh my god, this was ADORABLE. Definitely not what I expected from the title and tagline, I'll tell you that. This hero gave me all of the warm and fuzzy feelings by being genuinely kind and loving, and he absolutely stole my heart whenever he was in the same room with the heroine's daughter. There... Continue Reading →
Part of me really does want to rate this as 5 stars, because there are so many great moments in it. I loved the representation of our heroine, a woman whose tics have made her feel self conscious and less than, as well as the depiction of our hero, a sweet, vulnerable guy with insecurities... Continue Reading →
I'm sorry to say that I didn't love it, and that's disappointing because it started off so strong. Unfortunately, the hero - and a ton of miscommunication - ruined this one. I love the author's writing style, so there's a lot that worked for me, from the strong heroine, to the tenders moments, to the... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Did I kick my husband out of the room and devour this baby in one sitting? You bet I did! Engrossing from the first page, the writing draws you in and doesn't let go. It's a slow, delicious burn with chemistry that sparks into intimacy that has such incredible depth. The story unravels one scene... Continue Reading →
It was alright. High 3/low 4-star territory. The blurb had me thinking that this would go a different way, so I was somewhat disappointed by the storyline and the level of character development didn’t overcome that. There’s a significant amount of time spent on drama in the back half, so the romance felt rushed to... Continue Reading →
I’m not even going to tell you how late I was up reading this, but let’s just say that it was an unexpected swoony DELIGHT, and I couldn’t stop reading. Learn from my mistakes; clear your schedule and spend the day with this outstanding debut. It’s the kind of immersive, intelligent read that hooks you... Continue Reading →
If you're wondering what's next from Kendall Ryan, she's got a brand new hockey romance series coming soon - and there's a FREE prequel novella out now to get you ready! I've read it already, so I've got my review below, as well as a peek at the followup. FREE on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3t22DUF REVIEW: Hated... Continue Reading →
Well, this was a bit of a snoozefest, honestly. The beginning was GREAT, with a unique meet cute and all kinds of chemistry. It was on track to be one of my favorites from the author (who is incredibly talented), and then it all became so... sedate. I was bored. Somewhere along the way, this... Continue Reading →
Aptly named (because it's the sweetest fix of rom com goodness), this is easy to devour in one sitting. It's incredibly low angst, quick, and sexy with plenty of steam. I liked it from start to finish, but there were definitely things that rubbed me the wrong way - a slightly cheesy and unrealistic feel,... Continue Reading →
This didn't play out like I expected it to, but I liked it. I've been a fan of this author's laugh out loud rom coms for awhile now, and this is a completely different vibe from her. There's still some understated humor and lighthearted moments, but they're toned down in this story. The chaotic, overwhelmed... Continue Reading →
It's probably been at least a year since my last 1-star review, but... WOW, this was awful. As in, the male lead has a "body count" and the heroine neither knows nor cares why. As in, I think he might literally kill someone if they look at his girl the wrong way. And this is... Continue Reading →
Well, someone’s been watching a little too much Tiger King (says the person who binged it months ago, lol). This has an unexpected storyline featuring a sexy widower, a woman on the run, and... a tiger. While the freshness of the storyline was working for me in the beginning, it wasn't long before I was... Continue Reading →
This took a little while to grow on me, but once it did, I was LOVING it. I love an adorably unsure alpha who is in over his head, and that’s exactly what happens with Devon. It’s sweet and swoony with a slow burn that turns scorching later on, making this a read that will... Continue Reading →
This has got to be my favorite book from Blakely in almost a year (which, considering how many books she publishes, is saying something), and I can only attribute that to the addition of the adorably sexy male perspective. It's a quick, playful read with a whole lot of sweetness, and it absolutely flew by.... Continue Reading →
It's possible that I may have had different feelings about this book had the opening not turned me off so much. Within the first 5% of the story, Sullivan has Shelby in his handcuffs (in a sexual way) - while she's drunk enough that he assumes she won't remember in the morning. That's gonna get... Continue Reading →
Whether you choose to call this destiny or instalove, there’s no denying that this couple falls for each other in no time at all. Though it takes a few tries to get things right, they’re meant to be together. It’s the kind of light, chemistry-filled romance that feels like a bit of a whirlwind -... Continue Reading →
Here's a little raw honesty: that blurb is terrible, seriously terrible. And I say that as someone who loves this author's books. I went into this one thinking that I was reading a marriage of convenience/second chance kind of story, featuring adult characters. It's actually a high school romance, with a pretty typical good girl/rich... Continue Reading →
So heart-squeezingly adorable! Seriously, like the sweetest, cutest romance I've read in a long time. I don't read a lot of YA romance, but I loved Tweet Cute, so I didn't hesitate to give this a try. And while I wanted more Leo and Abby - like, as much Leo and Abby as I could... Continue Reading →
Want to know what I did the SECOND I finished this book? Grabbed the first two books in the series, because this was OUTSTANDING. It’s a love letter to marriage, best understood by those who’ve been in one, but no less powerful if you haven’t. It’s difficult and heart-wrenching, raw and real, and the progress... Continue Reading →
Don’t let that adorable cover fool you - this is the steamiest book I’ve read in months, and there’s very minimal comedy. It does have light, rom com-style vibes and a storyline that feels pretty fluffy, but it’s definitely not your typical rom com. For one, this features a group of proudly single, 40ish women... Continue Reading →
Is it possible to be exhausted by a book while also having all of the warm and fuzzy feelings for it? Because I think that's where I'm at with this one. I always, always look forward to Grant's books, and I loved this hero. But I'll be honest and say that I found the intensity... Continue Reading →
Who doesn't love a bad boy with a gooey, marshmallow heart? While I often struggle with manwhore heroes, there really is nothing quite like a bad boy who falls for the right girl. I love seeing a hero grapple with feelings he's unaccustomed to, trying to figure out how his life seemed to change in... Continue Reading →
It's exceedingly rare that I rate a book as 2 stars, but I had to go there with this one because it didn't work for me on any level. And that's really disappointing, because I usually love this author's work. Granted, second chance romances are often difficult for me, so I'm betting this will work... Continue Reading →
Loved the hero, hated the heroine. That kind of sums up my feelings about this childhood friends to lovers romance, which is a great read in a lot of ways, but also a frustrating one in others. The author does a lot of things oh so right - showcasing the obvious, deep love between these... Continue Reading →
So, confession time. When I started reading this, I thought I was in for a steamy, easy, palate cleanser of a read. I’ve only read one other book by this author, and it was a sexy good time - but didn't leave me wanting more. Well, then I started reading this one... and found myself... Continue Reading →
This was the low angst, adorable ending that I wanted for this series, delivering in a big way. I've been eagerly anticipating Jax and Frankie's book since they were first on the page together, and while I wasn't sure I was loving this at the beginning - I just pictured it going a different way... Continue Reading →
There's a little tongue in cheek reference to extended separations in this that made me laugh and think, "okay, this series might just be back on track." Because... yeah, I'm still mad about the last one. Thankfully, there's nothing rage-inducing about this love story - it's banter-filled, playful, and STEAMY. Don't get me started on... Continue Reading →
I was tempted... to stop reading this a few times. I've read some great books by this author, but unfortunately this is not among them. It quite literally skips over all of the parts where there's actual growth to this relationship, instead focusing on drama that's meant to be mysterious but is really kinda predictable.... Continue Reading →
For me, this is the kind of debut that starts out strong then loses steam along the way. It's a true romance, complete with an enemies to lovers style relationship and some lighthearted friction. It's got closed door intimate scenes and just a touch of sexiness, yet still feels like a modern love story. I... Continue Reading →
