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A Billionaire, Monster & Hunter | Mini Reviews

Mar 19, 2023

It’s time for another mini-review time and today I’m sharing my thoughts on a few of my recent reads with billionaires, monsters and hunters. I had a little slump in the middle of April but I finally feel like I am out of it and I’m trying to read as much as possible. I feel like reading and I know what I want to read at the moment.

So today I’m sharing my thoughts on a new release from an author I love and then 2 books from new-to-me authors. I really liked all the books that I’m sharing with you today and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts. So let’s get right into it, here are my thoughts on Final Offer (Dreamland Billionaires, #3) by Lauren Asher, Luxuria (Shades of Sin, #1) by Colette Rhodes and Death Wish (Reaper Reborn, #1) by Harper A. Brooks.

Final Offer (Dreamland Billionaires, #3) by Lauren Asher:

I knew going into this one I was going to be hurt. All I heard even before it came out was how emotional this would be and they weren’t wrong.

The Final Offer follows the last of the Kane brothers; and for me, it was the most emotional and impactful of the three. This is a second chance, ex-friends to lovers with a single mum and forced proximity.

I adored both Callahan and Alana, they have both been through some shit and both aren’t ready for each other. My heart broke so many times for Cal, he just needed help. and he needed to do it himself.

The romance was hot and heavy, but also slow and sexy at the same time. It was nice seeing these two fall in love again.

This was a perfect ending to this series and wrapped up everything nicely. I’m excited to see what Lauren Asher does next.

Luxuria (Shades of Sin, #1) by Colette Rhodes:

I didn’t know what to expect when I started reading this one. I’ve been slowly reading more and more monster romances and this one caught my eye. And I’m so happy that I picked it up.

I loved the arranged/forced marriage situation here, it made the dynamics between Ophelia and Allerick so enjoyable and intriguing. You can tell from the start that they don’t like each other on principle. Which gives off small hate-to-love vibes.

There was also a great set-up for the world here, and I want to know even more. the monsters in this world were interesting and I can’t wait to find out more.

Overall, I really enjoyed this smutty, sexy and sexy monster romance and I’m excited to read more of this series.

Death Wish (Reaper Reborn, #1) by Harper A. Brooks:

I didn’t know if I was going to like this one, I picked it up as the author is going to be at one of the events I’m going to this year. And I’m really glad that I did. It wasn’t what I was expecting but I was surprised nonetheless.

Jade Blackwell is a little lost. She doesn’t know much about her past only that now is a reaper. When her latest target isn’t really dead things are about to get much more interesting.

It’s got that 2000, paranormal romance kind of vibe which I adore. The romance is very low and there are just a few parts here are there that got steamy, but it’s a very slow burn.

While a lot did happen in this one, it has also set up the rest of the series really well, and I’m super excited to continue. With monsters and paranormal creatures, this one hits the spot.

And there we go. Those are my thoughts on some of the books I’ve read recently. Have you read any of these books? What did you think of them? Are you planning on reading any of these? Have you read any monster romances? What about paranormal romances? Let’s chat!

Mini Indie Romance Book Reviews

Feb 16, 2023

I haven’t shared some mini reviews in quite some time, so I thought now would be a perfect time. What I have been reading so far this year is all over the place but it has been all indie romance. Which shouldn’t surprise anyone. And today I’m sharing my thoughts on three of the books that I have read so far this year.

Overall I really liked all three of these books for different reasons, so let’s get into it. The books that I am sharing my thoughts on today are The Wrong Bride (The Windsors #1) by Catharina Maura, Where Good Girls Go To Die (Good Girls #1) by Holly Renee and Sticks and Stone by Grace McGinty. Let’s Go.

The Wrong Bride (The Windsors #1) by Catharina Maura.

This book has been popping up all over my social media lately and the next thing I knew I was reading it and I am so glad that I did.

It’s a romance that is messy and angsty but works oh so well. When Raven’s sister doesn’t show up for her wedding, Raven has no choice and takes her sister’s place. One major issue, Raven has always loved Ares.

The Wrong Bride is full of so many ups and downs. not only between Raven and Ares but family situations. If you don’t like drama then this book may not be for you.

However, there are also many sweet parts, sexy parts and parts where you don’t want to stop reading. it’s one of those books that you are either going to love or hate.

Where Good Girls Go To Die (Good Girls #1) by Holly Renee.

This second-chance romance is sexy and gritty. Where Good Girls Go to Die follows Parker and Olivia as they are bought together again after years of being apart.

It’s angsty to the tea and that is why I loved it so much. There is so much history between the pair and the attraction is there even after all this time.

Holly Renee knows how to create characters that are real and flawed, but you cannot but love.

If you are looking for a steamy, second-chance romance that is messy then this is the book for you

Sticks and Stone by Grace McGinty.

Grace McGinty has been on my tbr for a while now but I’ve never known which book to pick up. But her newest release caught my eye right away. A why choose ice hockey romance? Umm yes, please!

And while I didn’t love it, I still ended up really enjoying it. It’s complicated, heartwarming and sexy all at the same time.

Nova has been through some shit, and when life throws even more at her she knows she needs to stand up and take it in full force. But she isn’t doing it alone, now that River, Devan and Rigby are in her life.

Overall, the writing was okay, there were a few things that didn’t stand out to me. But I did have a fantastic time reading it and looking forward to reading more books from Grace McGinty soon.

And there we go. Those are some mini indie romance reviews. I enjoyed each of these books or different reasons and I am so excited to read more from each author. Have you read any of these books? What did you think of them? Let’s chat!

Music, an Omega and Figure Skating | Mini Reviews

Oct 13, 2022

It’s been a little while since I’ve shared some mini-reviews so today I thought I would share some of my thoughts on romance books I’ve recently read. My reading has been up and down recently, but I enjoyed all the books I’m talking about today.

The books I’ll be talking about today are I Like You Like That by Kayla Grosse, Laurels and Liquor (Pack Saint Clair #3) by Thora Woods and Icebreaker (UCMH, #1) by Hannah Grace. Let’s go.

I Like You Like That by Kayla Grosse

This one caught my eye a few weeks ago when I first saw it pop up on social media. I recently picked it up when I felt like reading a romance with a music star. I never understand my reading habits. But I just go with it.

I had a lot of fun reading this one. It was fun, intense, and sexy and made me smile quite a few times. After a falling out our main characters are brought together when Birdie Wilder is in need of protection.

Things are very intense at the start. Birdie and Liam didn’t leave their past friendship on great terms. At first, things are harsh between the pair. But slowly they both let their guards down, and well it’s sexy time then. I really enjoyed the music element of the book and wish there was a little bit more on that part.

Overall this book was a lot of fun. But also dealt with some hard issues. And while I did really enjoy this book, I didn’t love it but I would still recommend it.

Laurels and Liquor (Pack Saint Clair #3) by Thora Woods.

This is the third book and last book in a series that I started this year. It’s one of my most anticipated reads and I was so excited to pick it up. And while I still really enjoyed it, I was a bit disappointed.

Laurels and Liquor start off where book two finished. We are right into the thick of things and emotions are high. There are a lot of events that happen in this book, at times it was a little hard to keep track of it all, but it was tied up nicely.

I did enjoy the exploration of the romance in this one. It felt like there was much more time spent on them all. I adored seeing Lydia and Alexandra’s relationship expand more. And we just got to see them all love each other.

While I didn’t love this book as much as the first two. I thought it was a great finish to the series, and I cannot wait to read more from Thora Woods.

Icebreaker (UCMH, #1) by Hannah Grace

I’ve been seeing this one all over social media for the past few weeks. And you all know I love my sports romance. And let me tell you I loved this book so much.

The romance was hot, and sexy but also adorable. The friendships throughout the book just made me smile so much. Nathan was this adorable dad of the group and gosh I loved it.

There were a lot of ups and downs in this book. There were parts that I really enjoyed and other parts that I didn’t like. But what I did love was Anastasia and Nathan. My heart. They stole it. I just wanted them to play house all day long.

I do wish Anastasia had a little more power over what happened. But I also get why she felt the way she did at times. Overall this was such a great book and I loved so much of it. I’m really excited to continue with this series when more books come out.

And there we go. I really enjoyed all three books here in different ways and hope you enjoyed these mini reviews. From new to me authors to a series I’ve loved already. Have you read any of these? What did you think of them? Let’s chat!