Voracious Romance Reader • Honest Reviewer
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 →
Swoony and spicy, this was softer and sweeter than I expected in the best of ways. While our hero may seem like the typical demanding billionaire, he ended up being anything but. He falls hard and fast for his girl, and I loved how this spun the marriage of convenience trope in a whole other... Continue Reading →
Playful one minute and heart-wrenching the next, this strikes the perfect balance for an entertaining yet powerful read. It reminded me a little bit of The Dead Romantics with the humor and heat cranked up several notches, though this love story is truly one of a kind. I loved the chemistry between the characters, the... Continue Reading →
Truly something special, indeed. I can’t even tell you how quickly I devoured this, flying through the pages before I even realized I was doing it. These two have BANTER for days, bickering with the kind of chemistry that reveals something sizzling brewing beneath the surface. I loved the black cat heroine, who gave as... Continue Reading →
I’m torn between 3 and 4 stars, but it was pretty cute, so I’m rounding up. That striking cover caught my eye and the blurb sounded fun, so I dug right into this light and adorable, super slow burn/closed door romance. The hero steals the show here, a commitment-phobic guy who finds himself falling before... Continue Reading →
My love for this one grew with every page, as these roommates shed their depressive fogs and started to truly see the potential of what was right in front of them. They go from acquaintances to companions in heartache to roommates to friends to lovers, slowly shifting the dynamics of their relationship with every interaction.... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I love an unconventional meet cute, so I adored how this one went - our heroine drunkenly heckles a local baseball player, accidentally makes him cry, and then apologizes in his DMs. They connect without ever meeting face-to-face, and I loved how they were able to open up in a way that they wouldn't... Continue Reading →
This one HURT, in all of the most tenderly brutal ways. Several times, I caught myself unconsciously rubbing my chest while reading, trying to make the ACHE dissipate. That's how invested I was in this couple finding their way together, even when the path there was treacherous. Their every interaction was charged and full of... Continue Reading →
Pretty sure I’m still on the verge of tears while writing this, and that’s because of how emotionally invested I was in the relationship. Jimenez is so skilled at writing these playful, chemistry-filled romances that make me smile one minute and have a churning in my gut the next. This one really put me through... Continue Reading →
It feels a little odd to say that the hero - a sexy, bisexual grandpa - was my favorite part of this romance, but it's the truth. He's a cinnamon roll sweetheart who has lived a wild life and now wants nothing more than to have someone special to spend quiet evenings with. I loved... 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 →
I wanted to love it, I really did. But it felt like our couple was barely on the page together - there were these short scenes of them interacting, followed by one or two longer scenes of them apart. Rinse and repeat. Because of that, the book felt slow (I wanted more romance) and fast... Continue Reading →
This felt like a hug - warm, soft, tender, and everything I could want from the conclusion to this beloved series. I loved the roommates to lovers situation, which allowed our couple to slowly deepen their emotional connection and let down the walls around their hearts. They could not be more different in their views... Continue Reading →
Seamlessly blending a soft, tender romance with a family-focused mystery, this felt like something new from Clayborn while still maintaining the immersive, bingeable quality of her writing. It took me a few chapters to get my bearings - there are four main characters and a lot to unravel about the true crime podcast - but... Continue Reading →
Fast-paced and banter-filled, this started off strong before fizzling along the way. I loved the unique premise and the playful feel, which kept things moving fast. It’s not a long book, so it flew by for me. But the romance didn’t keep pace with the rest of it, and the heroine’s insistence that they had... Continue Reading →
I'm rounding up my rating, because I liked it, and I binged it, and I'm definitely coming back for more. The things that bugged me were pretty minor, and this is the closest I've found to something that gives me Elsie Silver vibes and backs it up with a solid story. The best part for... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This one HURT, in all of the most tenderly brutal ways. Several times, I caught myself unconsciously rubbing my chest while reading, trying to make the ACHE dissipate. That's how invested I was in this couple finding their way together, even when the path there was treacherous. Their every interaction was charged and full... Continue Reading →
I’m genuinely happy that this story is resonating with so many readers, but I can’t deny that the romance reader in me is disappointed by the love story. It took a backseat to almost every other component of the story, so I’d define this as women’s fiction more than anything - and that doesn't really... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Playful one minute and heart-wrenching the next, this strikes the perfect balance for an entertaining yet powerful read. It reminded me a little bit of The Dead Romantics with the humor and heat cranked up several notches, though this love story is truly one of a kind. I loved the chemistry between the characters,... 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 →
Surprisingly short and refreshingly easy to binge, I can absolutely see why this small town series has been such a hit. The friend group and community feel tie the series together in a meaningful way, and the softness of the romance made it a light and sexy read. Actually, all of my (minor) complaints about... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ With a soft, tender romance and a small town that is bursting with eccentric charm, this quiet love story slowly got under my skin in the best of ways. I've loved all three of DeWitt's previous books, so I was nervous that this wouldn't meet my very high expectations, but I shouldn't have worried.... 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 →
Let's be real - this hero carries the love story on his back, and I'm not mad about it. I was fully prepared for this one to go awry because their backstory is so MESSY, but he counteracted that by being so freakin' SMITTEN. He says things like, "I have a wife, I'm just not... Continue Reading →
Did I binge nearly 1,500 pages of this series in a single week? Yeah, I did! Do I regret it? Not one bit. I'm late to the party on this sexy, suspenseful mafia romance series, but I've been making up for lost time by devouring the audiobooks. I was looking forward to this particular book... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Truly something special, indeed. I can’t even tell you how quickly I devoured this, flying through the pages before I even realized I was doing it. These two have BANTER for days, bickering with the kind of chemistry that reveals something sizzling brewing beneath the surface. I loved the black cat heroine, who gave... Continue Reading →
Such a tough one to rate, because there were things I loved, things I hated, and things that made this an incredibly unique read. I’m rounding up my rating because of all the good, but just know that there were definitely things that bugged me, lol. Let’s start with the good - the meet cute!... 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 →
After devouring Tilly's Alliance series, I've been looking forward to digging into her earlier books, and I'm happy to report that things started off on the right note! This low angst hockey romance is significantly lighter, shorter, and more easygoing than her darkish suspense books, but the playfulness, banter, and humor that I love about... Continue Reading →
As 2023 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year. This was such a refreshing read, with a storyline that takes a familiar trope and delivers it in a totally different way. I loved that the hero wasn't some super skilled alpha - he actually disappointed the heroine during... Continue Reading →
As 2023 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year. I stumbled upon Wilde’s debut, The Sixty/Forty Rule, earlier this year, and I’ve been a big fan of her work ever since. Sixty/Forty would’ve been a strong contender for this list, but it released in 2022. The good news?... Continue Reading →
As 2023 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year. I’ve loved watching Bonam-Young’s career grow over the last two years, as I stumbled upon her debut shortly after it was released. Next of Kin made my Best of 2022 list, and I’ve been loving her work ever since.... Continue Reading →
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Surprisingly short and refreshingly easy to binge, I can absolutely see why this small town series has been such a hit. The friend group and community feel tie the series together in a meaningful way, and the softness of the romance made it a light and sexy read. Actually, all of my (minor) complaints... Continue Reading →
As 2023 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year. That includes Unravel Me, one of the softest, swooniest romances I've read all year - featuring a sweetheart of a hero who stole my heart in the biggest way. After adoring Consider Me last year, I was so worried... Continue Reading →
As 2023 comes to a close, I’m celebrating my 20 favorite romance novels of the year. This book caught me by surprise - I was between reads one day when it popped up on my feed, and I thought I'd give this new-to-me author a try. It took no time at all to realize that... Continue Reading →
A feel-good favorite featuring a sweetheart of a hero is on sale for just $1.99 right now (at the time of posting!), so it seemed like the perfect time to re-share my review. The Fastest Way to Fall was such a soft and uplifting romance, and I loved the slow-burning, strangers to friends to lovers... Continue Reading →
Short and sweet, this was a fun little novella (around 180 pages). I loved the elevator bonding in particular, which forced these neighbors/feuding strangers to get to know each other in a way they wouldn't have otherwise. There was some great banter and a playful feel that kept me turning the pages, as well as... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite books of the year just released on audio, so you know I had to check it out! I'm pleased to say that the audio does the story justice, and it brought my warm and fuzzy feelings from the story rushing back. Below you'll find my audio note and my original review!... Continue Reading →
This definitely felt like a debut, but one that showed a whole lot of promise. I loved the concept and some of the themes at play, as well as the multi-faceted characters and heartwarming love story. It's lighthearted one minute and heavy the next, with two characters who have their own hurts to work through.... Continue Reading →
This was super cute, with some unexpected heat and so much personality. I loved the new spin on the forbidden trope - while the older, grumpy hero (42) is the sunshine heroine's new boss, she (33) is his new college professor. That means any kind of entanglement between them is EXTRA off-limits, but it also... Continue Reading →
This adorable rom com started out 5-star-worthy before slowly shifting to a 4 and ultimately falling to a 3 with its lackluster ending. That means there was a whole lot that I liked about it, as well as several things that bugged me. Let's start with the good - it's total romantic comedy, with plenty... Continue Reading →
I love a smitten man, especially one who doesn't hesitate to step up to a challenge. This sunshine hero fell for his sharp-tongued, complicated woman the moment he laid eyes on her, and I kinda loved that. It didn't have instalove vibes for me because of the way their love story progressed, but I adored... Continue Reading →
I read this in bits and pieces, soaking up the tender moments and savoring the little dose of sweetness it brought to my day. It's got to be the softest, gentlest, SWOONIEST romance I've read in a long time, bringing happy, sentimental tears to my eyes on several occasions. It's just like... cuteness overload. The... Continue Reading →
One of the things I love most about Hazelwood's writing is that it always pulls me in immediately and gives me those 5-star vibes right away, which is how I knew this one was going to be different. It's VERY focused on the chess, and the romance is secondary. Not necessarily a bad thing, but... Continue Reading →
Pretty sure this quick and spicy novella was carefully crafted with all of the buzziest Booktok tropes, but that doesn't mean it didn't deliver. Hockey romance, teammate's sister, boy obsessed, black cat/golden retriever, marriage of convenience, lots of "my wife" moments... it's all there. It feels like a Tessa Bailey book stripped down to the... Continue Reading →
I stumbled upon this lighthearted rom com when I was down with a migraine one day, and it made for a very solid watch! I loved Lucy Hale in The Hating Game movie (check out my review here), so that's what caught my attention first. I didn't watch The Flash TV show and my head... Continue Reading →
When I'm already cackling before I've made it past the CW and dedication, I know I'm in for a good time. This was an unexpected delight, mixing humor, gore, and spice for an extremely bingeable read. It took no time at all to hook me in, and I ended up devouring it in one sitting.... Continue Reading →
Naughty and nice with some sugar and spice, this quirky holiday novella delivers a playful, bingeable read. Going in, I wasn't sure about the premise, but I've enjoyed enough of Olivia's books that I decided to dive in - and I'm glad that I did. It's fun and festive, with a story that's truly one-of-a-kind.... Continue Reading →
I savored this like the absolute treat that it was, and ADORED every second of it. Rarely does a series maintain its quality throughout multiple installments, but each book in this series has gotten better and better. I loved Mile High and The Right Move stole my heart in a major way, so Caught Up... Continue Reading →
Instalovers, this one's for you! The instalove is STRONG with this one, with our couple falling from the moment they lock eyes with each other. They briefly (very briefly) met when they were teenagers, and their mutual crushes reignite as soon as they reconnect as adults. It's a light and fluffy rom com for the... Continue Reading →
I love a blushing, quiet hero who finds his perfect match in a spitfire of a woman, so this fling to more romance held my attention from the start. Russ is such an absolute sweetheart, and the tender, introspective romance at the heart of this surprised me in the best of ways. Much of the... Continue Reading →
The best part about this was the look on my husband’s face when I told him that he’s older than the hero in this silver fox romance, lol. Kidding. But he was aghast, and it was hysterical. I’ve been meaning to check out this new-to-me author, and the blurb drew me right in. There’s just... Continue Reading →
I can't quite call this 4 stars because it just didn't hold my interest, but it's an easygoing, lighthearted read and a solid series starter. This is charming small town romance with a little bit of spice, with a playful opposites attract dynamic. Our hero is a gruff, sweetheart of a man who is out... Continue Reading →
With rom com vibes and an interesting, unique premise, there's a lot going for this debut. I liked the concept of slowly coming to the realization that your mysterious new roommate is actually a vampire, I liked the epistolary element, and I liked the endearing hero. Exchanging notes and letters with a love interest is... Continue Reading →
This sweetheart of a hero is worth 5 stars all on his own, so I'm rounding up my rating - I really enjoyed it! With a soft, tender feel and a slow build in intimacy, I loved this story a little bit more with every chapter. I've been struggling with third person POV more and... Continue Reading →
This was super cute - a light and easy fake relationship romance with a celebrity twist. I loved that it had “he falls first” vibes, and that it was the famous actor who was unsure if he would be enough for the accomplished scientist who steals his heart. I liked that she kept him grounded,... Continue Reading →
When it feels like your life is falling apart, the last thing you want is your childhood frenemy/brother's best friend around to see your fall. That's the premise of this women's fiction/romance crossover, where the foundation of the relationship is the years these two characters have spent feuding. I loved the history between them and... Continue Reading →
When a debut gives me the swoons like this, I know I'm adding another author to my one-click list! This was soft, sweet, and spicy all in one, with a patient, loving, and nerdy hero. I loved the found family aspect and the open, honest communication. Our hero is understanding and attentive (he sees a... 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 →
Spiciest traditionally published romance I've read? Uh, yeah, I think so! I loved that this relationship did not follow the "usual" path, and that it was the hero who was in need of some lessons in the bedroom. I love an alpha hero as much as the next girl, but there's something so compelling about... 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 →
Of all the men to (accidentally) get pregnant by, our heroine picked the PERFECT one! He is what book boyfriends are made of, and I loved watching the tender, patient, and steady hero worm his way under the reluctant heroine's skin. They had the kind of meet cute and intimate, smokin' HOT hookup that showcased... Continue Reading →
What a great debut! I was really hoping this was going to live up to the promise of that GORGEOUS cover and the stellar recommendation from Ali Hazelwood, and it definitely came pretty close. Told in a mix of flashbacks and present day, we see the strained relationship of these former lovers as they work... Continue Reading →
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