To be honest, I went into Consumed not expecting to enjoy it. I know that Ward always writes a brutal and intense world, which works so well in paranormal romance. I wasn't sure how her writing style and dangerously damaged characters would translate to a contemporary setting. Of course, Ward proved me wrong. I loved … Continue reading Review: Consumed by J.R. Ward
Chasing Shadows follows a woman haunted by a violent attack and a man who just wants to be there for her. If you're a follower of Bybee's First Wives series, then you know that Avery, our heroine, was brutally beaten in the previous book. This novel takes place some time later after Avery is completely … Continue reading Review: Chasing Shadows by Catherine Bybee
I was excited to dive into The Paris Seamstress based on the synopsis and the great reviews I had read. I am usually a strict romance reader, but every once in a while I like to step out of my comfort zone. A sweeping historical fiction novel following two strong women, one a French seamstress … Continue reading Review: The Paris Seamstress by Natasha Lester
Joanna Shupe has quickly become one of my favorite historical romance authors. Her fun and trope-y plot lines pull me in and her beautifully well-rounded characters keep me invested. A Notorious Vow was a fabulous marriage of convenience story with a deaf, reclusive hero and a painfully shy heroine. Oliver was a wonderful hero. He … Continue reading Review: A Notorious Vow by Joanna Shupe
Warning: This review is coming from a newbie to the Breeds series. It won't contain any spoilers (per usual), but I haven't been waiting 10+ years for this novel like many Breeds devotees. I am a little sad to have read this out of order, I think it would have added to the depth of … Continue reading Review: Cross Breed by Lora Leigh
Why should Young Adult novels corner the market on coming of age stories? This was an adult coming of age story for our heroine Naomi and I loved watching her journey to find herself. Let me just say, runaway brides are not my usual jam. There have been a select few I've truly enjoyed and … Continue reading Review: Runaway Girl by Tessa Bailey
The Good Luck Charm is the first romance novel I've recently read that felt more like a young/new adult novel when the characters were in their late twenties. That might not be a problem for many people. Like many second chance romance novels, the hero, NHL player Ethan, and the heroine, professional nurse and aspiring … Continue reading Review: The Good Luck Charm by Helena Hunting
I am not sure if I have the words to adequately express how much I loved Rebel Hard, but I am going to try. I'm still not over this book. I read this book in one amazing day and resented each and every time I needed to stop for things like food. It is absolutely … Continue reading Review: Rebel Hard by Nalini Singh
Let me start this review by saying, Laura Kaye writes consistently excellent novels. She is an author I feel comfortable recommending to almost anyone, romance readers and non-romance readers alike. Her characters are relatable and fun while still dealing with real-life issues like mental health problems. In Fighting for What's His, young and fun-loving Shayna Curtis … Continue reading Review: Fighting for What’s His by Laura Kaye
I'm just going to state a fact: Gena Showalter is one of the best Paranormal Romance authors out there. She could write the phone book and I would probably buy a copy in hardcover and paperback because I am sure it would be witty and delightful. The Darkest Warrior was a controversial novel for fans … Continue reading Review: The Darkest Warrior by Gena Showalter
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