3.5 Stars Ah, the curse of the short novella. I adore Rebecca Zanetti. ADORE. The first book in this series was a whole-hearted five star read. HIDDEN was actually one of my very favorite books of 2018. So I had high expectations going into TAKEN, especially because I have read, and loved, many of RZ's novellas … Continue reading Review: Taken by Rebecca Zanetti
Two Stars This was my first Christy Carlyle novel and I have to be honest, I was completely pulled in by the stunning cover and fun synopsis. Diana, our heroine, is an impoverished inventor looking to save her family by acquiring an investor for one of her creations. Aidan is a self-made man and investor … Continue reading Review: Anything But A Duke by Christy Carlyle
3.5 Stars Romantic suspense is one of my recent favorite subgenres. Since it's a newer fave, I am always on the hunt for new-to-me authors and series to fall in love with. DEADLY OBSESSION fit the bill, the first book in a new series about two families starting an elite private security firm. This story … Continue reading Review: Deadly Obsession by April Hunt
3.5 Stars I love historical western romances, and Linda Broday is quickly becoming my favorite author of the subgenre. SAVING THE MAIL ORDER BRIDE follows outlaw and former lawman Jack and his mail order bride Nora. They meet by happenstance in the same coach after Jack has been caught by the law. After the coach crashes, … Continue reading Review: Saving the Mail Order Bride by Linda Broday
Three Stars I wasn't really sure what to expect when I started reading NEW ORLEANS RUSH. It was my first book by Kelly Siskind, but the cute cover and synopsis were irresistible. For the most part, this book charmed me with its zany humor, quirky characters, and snappy dialogue. I definitely think you have to … Continue reading Review: New Orleans Rush by Kelly Siskind
Four Stars I was a little apprehensive about this book going in. I'm always a little leery when the heroine has been in love with the hero basically her whole life. And Beatrix HAS been in love with Dane her whole life. Now he is recovering from a bull riding accident and she helping to … Continue reading Review: Unbroken Cowboy by Maisey Yates
Four Stars I was a little nervous to re-start this much-loved series 29 (!?!?) books in. Paranormal romances tend to build over time and I was worried jumping in blind would leave me lost the whole book. I've read a few books in this series, but it's been YEARS, and I remembered exactly nothing about … Continue reading Review: The Trouble with Vampires by Lynsay Sans
4.5 Stars Romantic. Emotional. Fascinating. Realistic. Compelling. Engrossing. I could go on and on about how much I loved I WANT YOU BACK by Lorelei James. Fans of her Need You series have been dying for the resolution of this storyline for years, and Ms. James delivers in a big way. The first book in … Continue reading Review: I Want You Back by Lorelei James
Three Stars Maisey Yates is one of my favorite new-to-me authors. Her books always have surprising depth, smoking hot love scenes, and well-rounded characters no matter the book length. I liked Need Me, Cowboy, but unfortunately, it didn't knock my socks off. Need Me, Cowboy is about a millionaire ex-con cowboy, recently exonerated for the murder … Continue reading Review: Need Me, Cowboy by Maisey Yates
Two Stars I know Shelly Laurenston is a beloved paranormal romance author. She has dedicated fans who have been following her books for years. Unfortunately, I am not one of them. I have read a few of Ms. Laurenston's books previously, they were some of her older works, and I couldn't remember why I didn't … Continue reading Review: In a Badger Way by Shelly Laurenston
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