Glass Heart Broken by Lindsey Iler

Glass Heart Broken by Lindsey Iler
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Honestly, had to go back and reread book one (Glass Heart Savage) since I last read it in March! Lindsey did state that Glass Heart Broken had been delayed because of COVID and I must say that every single word of this book was worth the wait.

Every single question I had after finishing the first book was answered. Everything made sense. She's got everything in place for the rest of the series. Book two has everything you loved from book one, and then some. The characters are still just as deliciously bad for you as they were. There's nothing I love more than a good anti-hero. Those boys you shouldn't love, but you're just drawn too. The boys from the glasshouse are perfectly packaged bad boys.

We’re back with Marek and Palmer and the epic cliff-hanger that we were left within the first book. The boys have tried to break Palmer and when that failed, they’ve tried to fold her into their group, but Palmer is stronger than they think and her forgiveness is not going to be easy, especially for the boy who has broken her heart….Marek.

Marek can admit he's played wicked games with Palmer in the past, but as his feelings are growing for her he's not sure how he can forgive himself for the hurt he's caused her. He's also not sure he can just shut off the dark side that lives inside of him, but he's gotten to a point where he craves her and isn't sure how to ever let her go. Before he can even contemplate a future he has a past he needs to deal with and it has just crash-landed on his doorstep and it seems the more he and Palmer try to uncover the mystery surrounding the murders on campus the more they find themselves falling into something more sinister than they ever thought possible.

Overall it was great to go back to this world and cannot wait for the next book!

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A White Picket Fence by Laura Branchflower

A White Picket Fence by Laura Branchflower
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Okay...I had to reread chapters of this book a couple of times to finally rest my mind. 

This book was HEARTBREAKING!

Simple as that. There were parts in this book where I just had to step away and take a breather. In case you didn't know this book that 

Lina, I honestly feel for you darling. I personally would not have taken Phillip back. I would have left him and found myself someone else. She had the patience of a saint. In her shoes, I would have not tolerated Megan, I'm sorry but that girl pissed me off every time she was on-page. Next, Lina put up with more attitude from her ungrateful 2nd daughter Katie than any mother should ever have to. I loved the way Lina totally accepted Katie's boyfriend Matt into the fold though, totally making him a part of a family setting that he didn't have the fortune of having in his own broken family. It was very touching. The only one I feel really understood Lina and the pain Phil had done was her son Logan. Yes, he may be described as a mama's boy but he loves his mother and felt betrayed by his father.

Phil really pissed me off. He was a control freak over the entire family, but especially to Lina after he was forced to tell her the truth about his affair. He was such a major dick! The thing that pissed me off the most about him was how he expected Lina to keep his affair a secret from everybody, and bitching at her for the people she confided in about his infidelity. You know, because now others would know what a cheating prick he really is. As if keeping his manwhoring secrets should have been her burden to bear. Plus, he didn't even explain or give reason to why he ended the affair. He just wanted it to be a thing in the past and move on not even give poor Lina time to mourn the relationship she believed she had with her partner.

Overall, this book was an insane roller coaster of emotions. There are some triggers so be warned. 

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Broken Kingdom by Ashley Jade

Broken Kingdom by Ashley Jade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

wow...wow...WOW!!

That is literally all I can think of when reading this book! It was a roller coaster of emotions that

THIS IS THE BIANCA I NEEDED! We got a mix of the new Bianca and the old Bianca which just made her the PERFECT heroine in this series. We all know Bianca never needed someone to rescue herself she could do it all alone but, even the strongest person sometimes needs someone to lean on. Oakley was her support, the person she needed when it got too much for her and he was there for her no matter what. Bianca is literally the human person of the princess who saves herself and becomes a QUEEN!

Oakley has always been the character I've been dying to read when it comes to this series. This boy here owned my heart and soul (SORRY COLE!) all the hardships and heartbreak made him a better version of himself. A lost soul that came full circle and fought for what he wanted. To understand these two, Ashley took us back to where everything fell apart, combining past and present scenes, making us come full circle where everything was divulged leaving our minds blown, and our hearts exploding!

Overall, this book was amazing and such an enjoyable read. The journey these characters have taken me throughout this series is unforgettable and I HOPE we will see them again shortly, be by a bonus chapter or novella whatever! I just can't let these characters go yet! Ashley Jade wrote an emotional conclusion that left nothing left hanging and gave it to us in a pretty big bow.

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Fragile Longing by Cora Reilly

Fragile Longing by Cora Reilly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

CORA!!! MY HEART!!

From the moment Sofia and Danilo were paired together, I knew this book was going to destroy me. But what I didn't expect was how much damage Sofia did to herself. Cora expressed how much self-love is important with Sofia's character and I about cried my heart out for the girl. All her life she was pushed to the side of her family because of the shadow she lived by her older sister. Even though this book can be read as a standalone, I did recommend you to read Twisted Pride.

Danilo, the young Underboss of Indianapolis is a dangerous enigma to the world, who carefully conceals his soft heart and gentle manner. There are many layers to him and once they unveil it is difficult to hold resentment towards his behavior. Just like every other made man, Danilo has to hide his true nature from the world. In public, he is cold and angry but behind closed doors, he is gentle and kind to those close to him.

BTW, I did not expect Danilo to be the way he was in the sheets...WOW! Sofia is one lucky young lady and Danilo is one lucky stud.

Some characters from the previous book due make cameos in her but you also get introduced to upcoming characters who (fingers crossed!) may have a book coming in the near future!

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this book just like any book by this amazing writer. Danilo and Sofia's story was magnificent and enjoyable from page one to the last. This book is filled with hurt, comedy, angst, and overall romance!

Cora really is amazing!

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Stories of September by Numerous Authors

Stories of September by Fiona Cole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This review is going to be different than the ones I have done before since it's so many stories in one book!

This book contains stories from numerous genres from Dark Romance, Forbidden, MM, Taboo, and more! I am a fan of three of these authors but I was introduced to the other and I can say, I am honestly going to dive into their work after reading these short stories by them. I won't say my favorite story since I am very biased to that specific author (if you've read my previous reviews you would know!) This book is such a good series of short stories to read in one sitting or if you want to read one story from day to day.

These authors did an amazing job with this anthology and I thoroughly enjoyed it!



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Evil Love by Ella Fields

Evil Love by Ella Fields
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This woman NEVER disappoints when it comes to angst and romance! I'm always wondering if could beat the previous book but she always hits it out of the ballpark.

Jude is definitely up there with Callum when it comes to A-Holes! I was ready to kick and punch him in the first half of this book! But the way he turned himself around proved once again that Ella knows how to make you fall in love with all her characters. Jude starts off never noticing Fern, he even has a girlfriend since middle school, but one day Fren hears a loud fight from her window that ends with a breakup.

Fern, my baby! I loved every inch of that girl! I just wanted to hug her and tell her everything was going to be okay after everything she went through! She is up there with my favorite characters alongside Renee and Daphne. One thing I loved about her was that she was able to stand up for herself by making Jude go through it after he broke her heart so many times.

Overall, Ella Fields once again proves why she is my favorite author in the romance genre. I always end up crying, scream, or laughing after reading one of her books. She is one of a kind and just ana amazing storyteller. I cannot wait to read more books out of this world and am going to sit as patient as I can!

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RELEASE BLITZ: Bayou Baby by Lexi Blake

Caught between the woman he’s coming to love and the only family he has left, Harry knows he has to follow his heart.

Bayou Baby, an all-new heartwarming contemporary romance set in Louisiana's Butterfly Bayou from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake is available now!

Seraphina Guidry loves Butterfly Bayou. A young, single mom, she’s trying to find a place for herself in the town she cherishes, but past mistakes have made her wary. She adores her son but has sworn off men. She's dedicated herself to restoring an historic house and building her own business. A quiet life is all she wants.

Harrison Jefferys never expected to find himself in small-town Louisiana, but he has a job to do and a family to reconnect with. After years in the Army, he’s happy to spend time with his Aunt Celeste and his cousins in such an idyllic spot. When he meets Seraphina, he starts to think Papillion might be a great place to call home. But a secret from Sera’s past rears its head and threatens to tear the community apart.

Caught between the woman he’s coming to love and the only family he has left, Harry knows he has to follow his heart and with the help of the crazy, loving, meddling locals find a way to keep them both.

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New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband and three kids. Since starting her publishing journey in 2010, she’s sold over three million copies of her books. She began writing at a young age, concentrating on plays and journalism. It wasn’t until she started writing romance that she found success. She likes to find humor in the strangest places and believes in happy endings.

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COVER REVEAL: Broken Kingdom by Ashley Jade

BROKEN KINGDOM (Royal Hearts Academy #4) by Ashley Jad 

Release Date: October 22nd   

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  Royal Hearts Academy is a series of standalones!

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  Wicked Princess, Book #3

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  Blurb:

Welcome to their broken kingdom. 

They say you're happy now. 

That you can't remember anything from your past and it's for the best. 

  They told me if I cared about you I'd stay far away and leave you alone for good. 

Because you're getting married to a man you love. 

The only problem is... you loved me first.     

  About the Author: Ashley Jade loves to tackle different genres and tropes within romance. Her first loves are New Adult Romance and Romantic Suspense, but she also writes everything in between including: contemporary romance, erotica, and dark romance. Her characters are flawed and complex, and chances are you will hate them before you fall head over heels in love with them. She’s a die-hard lover of oxford commas, em-dashes, music, coffee, and anything thought-provoking…except for math. Books make her heart beat faster and writing makes her soul come alive. She’s always read books growing up and scribbled stories in her journal, and after having a strange dream one night; she decided to just go for it and publish her first series. It was the best decision she ever made. If she’s not paying off student loan debt, working, or writing a novel—you can usually find her listening to music, hanging out with her readers online, and pondering the meaning of life. Check out her amazon page and Facebook page for future novels. She recently became hip and joined Twitter, so you can find her there, too. She loves connecting with her readers—they make her world go round’.  

  

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RELEASE BLITZ: Playing with Her by Erika Wilde

He’s about to push her beyond all her sensual limits.

Playing with Her, an all-new steamy romance from New York Times bestselling author Erika Wilde, is available now!

Brent “Mac” MacMillan never believed he’d settle down again with just one woman. Until Stephanie Randall turned the heated lust between them into love. Now, he can’t imagine his life, and The Players Club, without her in it.

But between their busy work schedules and planning a wedding, their “play time” has become secondary to their hectic lives. Mac is prepared to change that, and Stephanie’s birthday is the ideal night to surprise his fiancée with one of the hottest, most unforgettable gifts imaginable.

Mac’s biggest fear is pushing Stephanie’s limits too far and this unconventional gift will test every one of her inhibitions. Will she use her safe word for the first time ever, or will she surrender to the intense sensual bliss Mac’s gift has to offer?

*PLAYING WITH HER is a complete stand-alone novella for people who haven’t yet read PLAYING HIS WAY, but a sexy treat for those who want to revisit a favorite couple in The Players Club series.

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Erika Wilde is a New York Times Bestselling author. She is best known for her super sexy Marriage Diaries series and The Players Club series, and has also co-written the Dirty Sexy Series and the Book Boyfriend Series with Carly Phillips, her best friend and writing buddy for the past twenty years. She lives in Oregon with her husband and two daughters, and when she's not writing you can find her exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest. For more information on her upcoming releases, please visit her website at www.erikawilde.com and sign up for her mailing list for updates and news!

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RELEASE BLITZ: Drive Me Wild by Melanie Harlow

“This book is everything—heart, humor, and just the right amount of heat. A perfect distraction!” - Adriana Locke, USA Today Bestselling Author

Drive Me Wild, an all-new sexy, opposites-attract romance with all the feels by USA Today bestselling author Melanie Harlow is available now!

When Blair Beaufort literally crashes into Bellamy Creek wearing a ball gown and a tiara, I should have towed her car, said goodnight, and sent her packing.

I’m a mechanic, not a hotel manager. I've got enough on my plate trying to keep my shop from going under, my overbearing mother off my back, and my baseball team in contention for the league championship. I don’t have time for a former debutante with zero street smarts and a cash flow problem, even if she is crazy beautiful.

Problem is, she’s stranded in my small town, and I’m hiding a protective streak underneath my grumpy exterior that runs deep. So I offer her a place to stay and keep my hands to myself.

For exactly one night.

If only she weren't so gorgeous. So funny. So eager to please. She’s a disaster behind the wheel, but she drives me wild without even trying--at work, at home, in the back of my truck . . . I can’t get enough of the way she makes me feel.

But I know better than to think it can last. She wants a fairy tale, and I’m no prince.

So when it comes time for her to leave, there’s nothing I can do but let her go.

No matter how much it hurts to say goodbye.

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USA Today bestselling author Melanie Harlow likes her martinis dry, her heels high, and her history with the naughty bits left in. When she's not writing or reading, she gets her kicks from TV series like Schitt’s Creek, Homeland, and Fleabag. She occasionally runs three miles, but only so she can have more gin and steak.

Melanie is the author of the CLOVERLEIGH FARMS series, the ONE & ONLY series, AFTER WE FALL series, the HAPPY CRAZY LOVE series, the FRENCHED series, and the sexy historical SPEAK EASY duet, set in the 1920s. She lifts her glass to romance readers and writers from her home near Detroit, MI, where she lives with her husband, two daughters, and pet rabbit.

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Wicked Princess by A. Jade

Wicked Princess by Ashley Jade
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Oh lordy, lordy...here we go. Let me start by saying that I loved the first two books in the series. So I longed for this book so much. It starts off very well and interesting. It's been eight months since Ruthless Knight was released and blew everyone away. With that being said...Wicked Princess was not what I expected, good and bad. Keep in mind, minor spoilers!

This book took a one-eighty and left me stranded for a bit. It took a bit to get into because so much has changed! Honestly, when I started reading this book I already knew about the 'amnesia' spell from the blurb that was released but I really wanted it to just be false. The Bianca we grew to know and some love/hate was the Bianca I wanted to see. From the reviews, I read from the people who received ARCs, I was excited for this book! I couldn't wait to read it, especially how things were teased in Ruthless Knight. What I got instead was so different. I literally had to check twice to see if I was reading the same book.

This book felt too rushed for me. It is literally 55k words long...the other two books were over three hundred pages! With the other two books, it felt like the plot was two problems. You get out of one problem and you enter the next problem before going into the resolution. This didn't feel that way at all. This book just felt as if Jade just wanted to get Bianca's story out of the way and be done with it.

Not only that, but the anticipation of who the S.O was going to be was also a disappointment. The way the second book teased Bianca with one character only to rewrite her whole personality just so she can be with the other guy.

(view spoiler)[The significant other isn't Oakley...he literally only shows up once in this whole book.... (hide spoiler)]

Overall, this book was a bit of a let down from what I expected. I was glad to be able to see the other characters again especially my Sawyer and Cole but other than that...it was an okay read.

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Unbreak My Heart by Nicole Jacquelyn

Unbreak My Heart by Nicole Jacquelyn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I will start by saying this is a heartbreaking, incredibly written, gut-wrenching book. This book was everything I wanted in a book! There was angst, heartbreak, grovel, love, and straight uptears! I bought the book while it was on a sale and kept putting it on the side after a while I decided to pick it up and oh my gosh...

“I'd pushed her aside for so long that there was no foundation to build on. Just a mess of shattered pieces that I'd crushed with a sledgehammer every time she'd grown closer than I was comfortable with.”

Unbreak My Heart is an unbelievably gripping story of love and loss and second chances. This book owned my heart. I would have to say it is up there with Ella Fields's books.

Shane is not an easy hero to love. He will make you downright hate him. He will break your heart so many times over, you'll wonder if there is a road back. But trust me, you will love him in the end. The crap he puts Kate through really pisses you off! I had to close my kindle a couple of times just to calm down.

Kate, I love her so much. She takes so much emotional punishment throughout this book that you want to say that she may be too forgiving. But the author instills so much growth in her throughout the story that you'll love her more and more with each page. I was glad when she finally grew a backbone and stood against Shane during some scenes. The love she had for the children was a mother's, true love.

Everything about this story is brilliant; from the feelings, it will wrench from your very soul to the emotional mess it will leave you at the end of it. Shane and Kate's story is not an easy one. It's filled with pain and heartbreak but it's also beautiful in its own right. You don't read the characters' journey, you experience it. Everything from the fundamental changes in their relationship to their feelings and everything in between.

Overall, this book was amazing and I loved it so much I still think about it today. This book was honestly about love, forgiveness, and grief.

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Vicious Prince by Rina Kent

Vicious Prince by Rina Kent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book took me by surprise!! Ronan was like 'you thought you knew me...guess again!'

Teal was the heroine I expected her to be. She is definitely my second favorite heroine that Rina has written (Kim is number one!) She refused to be controlled and was focused on what she has decided to do. She was vicious when she needed to be and soft when she had to be.

Honestly, what drove me to give it four stars was the tug of war between these two. When Ronan pushed, Teal pushed back harder. One of my favorite scenes involved a room, Ronan, Teal, and Claire. Teal was like NOPE!

I tend to critique authors when they try to pull a plot twist but foreshadow it over the book. The plot twist in this book...Woah. I had to get away from my iPad and take a minute after I read the dark childhood of these characters. With the previous books, I kind of got the hint of what was going to happen but with this one...nope I didn't see it coming.

Overall, this book was amazing and I loved it. I didn't give it a five out of five stars because of certain parts of the book. But I rarely give out five stars anyways. I do recommend you guys read the four previous books in the series even though you may read it as a standalone.

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COVER REVEAL: Wicked Princess by A. Jade

WICKED PRINCESS (Royal Hearts Academy #3) by Ashley Jade 

Release Date: August 18th    

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  Royal Hearts Academy is a series of stand alones, but you can catch up with the first book, Cruel Prince, right here: Amazon: https://amzn.to/30l209E & Ruthless Knight, Book #2 Amazon: https://amzn.to/30qGilH     

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  Blurb: 

Welcome to their kingdom. 

  They call me a heartless bitch. 

An evil manipulator. 

A wicked princess who enjoys hurting people. 

  They tell me terrible things happened.

Things that changed my life forever. 

The only problem is... 

  I can't remember any of it.  

   

  About the Author:

Ashley Jade loves to tackle different genres and tropes within romance. Her first loves are New Adult Romance and Romantic Suspense, but she also writes everything in between including: contemporary romance, erotica, and dark romance. Her characters are flawed and complex, and chances are you will hate them before you fall head over heels in love with them. She’s a die-hard lover of oxford commas, em-dashes, music, coffee, and anything thought provoking…except for math. Books make her heart beat faster and writing makes her soul come alive. She’s always read books growing up and scribbled stories in her journal, and after having a strange dream one night; she decided to just go for it and publish her first series. It was the best decision she ever made. If she’s not paying off student loan debt, working, or writing a novel—you can usually find her listening to music, hanging out with her readers online, and pondering the meaning of life. Check out her amazon page and Facebook page for future novels. She recently became hip and joined Twitter, so you can find her there, too. She loves connecting with her readers—they make her world go round’.   

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Bound by the Past by Cora Reilly

Bound by the Past by Cora Reilly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So I have mixed emotions over this book. The book starts in the past when Dante is nineteen and heir to Chicago's Outfit and ends in the future when he's married to his second wife and having children with her. The plot, therefore, spreads over several years, building the set up for many conflicting situations that resulted in Dante's five betrayals to the Outfit and showing the aftermath of his actions. I loved how Cora masterfully crafted this story. It felt like with every betrayal another layer of Dante's character was revealed. It was a very interesting and refreshingly different approach to explain his character to her readers.

I honestly wished this book was a bit longer in some scenes especially the beginning when he meets Valentina. I felt like that part just felt rushes as if Cora just wanted to get rid of the moment and get to the others. There were some scenes from BBD that I wanted to see but it was just summarized in one paragraph and we had to quickly move on.

The relationship between Dante and his children was just adorable! You can definitely see how his actions are going to impact his children in the long run. I also noticed some teasers here and there between future couples and what's to come in the new upcoming series. I can see how the relationship between Anna and the senator's son is going to be plus a possible love triangle between Santino as well. Plus, Samuel and Emma were kind of foreshadowed and now I am excited by that! But the book I am definitely looking forward to is Fragile Longing. As the reader, you got to see Danilo change from Twisted Pride to such a different person. (Poor Sophie.)

Overall, BBTP wrapped up the Born in Blood series with a trip to the past and set the players for the Sins of my Father series.

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Black Knight by Rina Kent

Black Knight by Rina Kent
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was one of my most anticipated books of May! After reading the first three books of Royal Elite, I was anxiously waiting for Kim and Xander's book. I knew the angst and pain were gonna be there but I was not ready you, guys!

Once Elsa began dating Aiden, Kim was sort of accepted into their group. She became close to Ronan (One of my favorite characters BTW!) Their love story is painful and raw, emotion flows from each page, and their connection is so intense, so deep, that I felt it to the depths of my being, I was so captivated with them, they made me cry, laugh, sigh, and they made me swooned so hard. It made my heart sing. This story is unputdownable, addictive, absolutely brilliant and the author's best book to date. As always the twists kept me turning the pages without blinking. Get ready for an epic ride that will leave you with the worst book hangover ever.

My only problem with this book was it felt too short. I know it's over 300 pages but the way it's formatted made it seem that way. Like every sentence written, had it's own paragraph.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and loved the ending for Kim and Xander, can't wait to see more of them in the next book!

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The Torn Up Marriage by Caroline Roberts

The Torn Up Marriage by Caroline Roberts
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a hard read. I finished this book last night and literally woke up thinking about it.

In the beginning, I really wanted to beat Michael so much! The way he treated the OW and how he left his family for her UGH! He was controlled by lust that he confused as love. I do love how Caroline wrote his character though, she wrote was basically goes through a guy's head when they cheat. They want the attention, they thrive in being needed, and just want to be wanted. Which the OW provided for him. I did get confused a bit at the end though. Did he realize the OW just wanted him for his money...? The Christmas part confused me.

Lottie and Em were just adorable! There were moments where I just wanted to pull me into a hug and protect them from their stupid dad! They way they hugged their mom when she was crying...UGH, I love them.

Kate, girl...I supported you through this, you were strong but HELL NO I WOULDN'T HAVE TAKEN HIM BACK! I really wanted to see her go out and be single and try with Graeme because she deserved it! Even if it was to make Michael's ass jealous. She should have made Michael grovel a bit more before sleeping with him, even if it was them attempting to date each other again.

Overall, it was a lot and I read it in one sitting. So good job to Caroline for that! It's hard for a book to grip me that well and have me still thinking about it the next day. Kate was a bit too nice for my taste, but man oh man could I feel her devastation in this story. Michael got off way too easy. I really wanted Kate to get a little more involved with the sweetheart neighbor so Michael at least got jealous, realized what a total dick he had been, and had to redeem himself a bit more than he did here


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Cover Reveal: THE HUNTER by L.J. Shen

Boston’s debauched elite is going up in flames, and it’s the Fitzpatrick family that set it on fire.

The Hunter, an all-new dazzling and delicious contemporary romance from USA Today bestselling author L.J. Shen is coming May 11th and we have the stunning cover!

Hunter

I didn’t mean to star in a sex tape, okay?

It was just one of those unexplainable things. Like Stonehenge, Police Academy 2, and morning glory clouds.

It just happened.

Now my ball-busting father is sentencing me to six months of celibacy, sobriety, and morbid boredom under the roof of Boston’s nerdiest girl alive, Sailor Brennan.

The virginal archer is supposed to babysit my ass while I learn to take my place in Royal Pipelines, my family’s oil company.

Little does she know, that’s not the only pipe I’ll be laying…

Sailor

I didn’t want this gig, okay?

But the deal was too sweet to walk away from.

I needed the public endorsement; Hunter needed a nanny.

Besides, what’s six months in the grand scheme of things?

It’s not like I’m in danger of falling in love with the appallingly gorgeous, charismatic gazillionaire who happens to be one of Boston’s most eligible bachelors.

No. I will remain immune to Hunter Fitzpatrick’s charm.

Even at the cost of losing everything I have.

Even at the cost of burning down his kingdom.

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Cover Reveal The Prince and the Pawn by B.B. Reid

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The Prince and the Pawn is a coming-of-age tale of loss, love, and redemption.</i></b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10517" src="https://thereadreportblog.files.wordpress.com/2020/04/princefinal.jpg" alt="PrinceFinal.jpg" width="1689" height="2640" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">They were wrong for each other from the start. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The jock and the nerd, what a cliché they made. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">He was the town prince, and she was a nobody. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tyra Bradley was invisible.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">That is until she told him he needed some manners, and so began their game of cat and mouse. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">She ran, he chased. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">It was perfect. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Except Vaughn Rees has a deep, dark secret. Promised to the NFL, but fated for something sinister, Vaughn knows she’s forbidden fruit. To want more is to tempt death. He’s already in too deep. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">When a betrayal unravels their fragile ties, the good girl runs as fast as she can. What Tyra doesn’t know? They’re a siren’s song. She can run, but they’ll always be bound. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">They’re two souls torn apart and mended by fate. 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Sweet Temptation by Cora Reilly

Cora Reilly is back with another book and I AM EXCITED! This is her second release of 2020 and it is just as good as the previous one!

"I’d never been a man for the sweet things in life, I suddenly craved it."

Cora's books have a special place in my sweet little heart. She was the first mafia-based author I have ever read and she has opened the door for so many mafia romances for this girl. With that being said, this book was a delight as it was tragic. This story had a slightly different feeling to Cora's other Mafia books because she put the focus on the main protagonists and their development and growth as individuals and as a couple. There's a mind-blowing huge twist she came up with that left me speechless and with my jaw on the floor.

“The cruelest Underboss of the Famiglia had lost his wife and was now left to raise his two little kids alone.”

Cassio Moretti is a Made Man who is refreshingly different. Yes, he rules over Philadelphia with an iron fist and is well known for his brutality and coldness. But that's only his professional face he needs to keep up as an Underboss in order to be respected by his men. At home, he is the loving and doting father and caring and loyal husband. He is without a doubt the most compelling hero Cora has ever written in my eyes. His arranged marriage to Giulia was supposed to be a union between Philadelphia and Baltimore and give his children a new mother. But this broken man got so much more out of it than he has bargained for. His new wife's brand of honesty, her patience and understanding have breathed life into him again.

”Maybe because of her age because she was still youthfully optimistic, naively reckless, and daringly unconventional.”

What better quote to describe the sunflower that is Giulia Rizzo. Giulia is the proverbial heroine of this story. She showed strength, backbone, and willpower. I was deeply impressed by her. Giulia took on a difficult and challenging task for an 18-year old by marrying Cassio knowing that she now had to take care of two small children, warm her much older husband's bed and be the mistress of the house. She didn't have any experience but she was determined to make her marriage work and gain the kids' love and trust. Giulia was very clever and outspoken. She didn't bow down to everything her husband demanded. She chose her battles wisely. In the Mafia world which is dominated by men, she had to learn the subtle art of getting her will with a smile and kindness.

Maybe she wasn't the mother my children needed, but fuck, she was what I craved.  

Rating: ★★★ ★ ☆
Overall, this story Sweet Temptation is hands down a masterpiece and one of the best books Cora Reilly has ever written and I don't say this lightly, trust me, since Twisted Pride has been my top favorite until now. Cassio, Giulia, and the kids have stolen a piece of my heart and left a permanent mark on my soul. It definitely has Cora's signature writing style but at the same time, it feels different too. If you're a huge sucker for the single parent, arranged marriage and age-gap tropes like me then this Mafia romance will be right up your alley. Sweet Temptation is pure perfection from the first till the last page. I strongly encourage you to pick up this fantastic story and let the intriguing characters put you under their spell. Cora, my queen, I once again bow deeply to you and your unsurpassed talent. Although this book may be read as stand-alone, I fully recommend you read her previous books to understand the small easter eggs she wrote in this book.

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In Fury Lies Mischief by Amo Jones

Midnight Mayhem has returned ... 

 In Fury Lies Mischief is the second book in Amo’s standalone series Midnight Mayhem. And where In Peace Lies Havoc brought you your first taste of this decadent traveling stunt show. In Fury Lies Mischief brings you the illusions and sins.

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She was everything that I wanted.

He was everything that I despised.

Until she wasn’t.

Until he wasn’t.

Killian Cornellii was a walking calamity. He reached inside of me and touched every single inch of my ruined soul, but he didn’t just touch it. He caressed, petted, and captivated it. He tailored me to fit into the palm of his hands. The same hands that possess so much cruelty, were the very same that comforted me.

I thought I knew him.

He thought he knew me.

This isn’t a fairy tale or some achingly beautiful story about two soul mates who instantly fall irrevocably in love with each other.

This is a story about a love so painful, so rich, that it destroys everything and everyone around it.

Including ourselves.

Midnight Mayhem is the platform to which Killian performs his tricks on, but the greatest trick wouldn’t come from him.

It would come from me.

Tricksters don’t have hearts.

They just pretend that they do.

Tick. Tock. Tick. Tock.

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"Do villains have hearts, baby?"

Following Killian Cornelii and Saskia Royal, Amo takes you back into the world of the greatest traveling stunts and performance show your dark bleeding heart has ever imagined. This time around we jump into the mischievous mind of Mayhem’s very own mind manipulator. Where your thoughts and his become woven as one and every scent, sight, and lingering touch you are never sure what’s real and what’s his own doing. 

The beauty of Saskia was placed on this earth specifically from God to taunt me for all my wrongdoings. Only Saskia isn't from heaven. No, Saskia isn't sent from God. That kind of beauty is crafted from evil. 

 No one writes strong, resilient heroines quite like Amo Jones does. Despite the real vulnerabilities and flaws her heroines share that make them human just like the rest of us, she also shows just how strong one can be. That despite living through difficult times in one's life, one can always find strength and resiliency in themselves and those around them that support them. Sass is the epitome of strength and resiliency. I was utter awe of her. And damn is she doesn’t give Killian a run for his money! Saskia turned out to be the biggest mystery and I loved to peel off all of her layers. She’s a mix of vulnerability and power. She’s both delicate and tough, innocent and deadly. She keeps her walls up and her heart guarded but also cares deeply for the ones close to her.

"When I was ten years old, I told the world to go fuck themselves."

I mean what better way to introduce Killian than with this line. It's literally the first line of his chapter and I couldn't help but laugh when I read it. Kill is literally the definition of hot and cold. One day he's sweet and wants to be with Sass but than the next moment he wants enough distance between them and would spit out cruel words just for her to keep away from him. Killian is a guy who instantly makes you obsessed with him. Like some kind of drug, he lures you with his undeniable charm, flirting and promise of a good time just to switch his personality to an intense, dangerous and cruel bastard. But he’s so addictive that you’ll let him fool you every time. You’ll allow him to caress and daze you just so he can bite you and steal a part of your soul.

“What, so the two villains in each other’s story won’t get a happily ever after?” I joke, winking down at her.  

 She smiles softly. “I guess the story is still being written.”

Rating: ★★★ ★ ☆
Overall, this story was hands-down magnificent. The sexy and fiery banter, the passion, the deep love and loyalty within the brothers and sisters of Kiznitch, the fantastic playlist I read along with, the sensual and mystical vibe of Midnight Mayhem itself and the dark and hidden secrets of this world we are only just learning about took my breath away. This book ticked so many boxes, from the enemies to lovers, to the nail-biting stunts, to the hot filthy sex, the twists and turns, the dark and grit went hand in hand, these two were perfect for each other. Unique, Unputdownable, Utterly addictive!! Amo Jones set up the stage perfectly

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In Peace Lies Havoc (Review)

Angry God by L.J. Shen

Angry God by L.J. Shen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

THIS BOOK! VAUGHN SPENCER HAS ARRIVED AND IS TAKING NAMES PEOPLE!

Angry God was one of my most highly anticipated, my most stalked after the book of 2020 and it was everything I could’ve wished for! After encountering Vaughn Spencer in previous books, where his arrogant attitude was all up in our grills we all couldn't wait to get our hands on his book! And he didn't disappoint us! I am in Leigh's Reading Group and the time she has been teasing this book has been killing me!!

After reading Vicious, you can expect how his son is going to be and homeboy is the literal copy of his daddy. Although there may be a bit of Emilia there...he is full Baron Spencer! Vicious and Emilia, thanks to the lord, were amazing parents. They both loved Vaughn so much and Vaughn loved them too. Vicious is the kind of man that would do anything for Em and Vaughn. I loved seeing that after nineteen years Emilia and Vicious are still madly in love, I loved seeing the family dynamic, the father/son scenes, and I loved seeing how much Vaughn loved his mother and that he, too, would do anything for her. By the way, Vicious’ POV was amazing; I can’t believe that POV made me love him more.

Vaughn is complicated. He's a dark and broody artist. He's emotionally withdrawn and introverted. He's cruel and manipulative. He's also an amazing talent, incredibly gorgeous and unforgettable. He seeps into your soul and takes hold. Lenora is a good girl. She follows the rules, gets good grades, works hard, and stays out of trouble. But she hides her darkness. After losing someone close to her, she wanted to change who she was. So she embraced her dark side.

Although at the beginning they can't stand each other, L.J. does a masterful job narrating the evolution of their relationship and the characters, I loved the way in which the author gradually reveals layers and layers in their personalities. Wow! They are the perfect combination, innocent but sexy, vulnerable but strong, hurting but divine.

Overall, I have a genuine love for this series and even though a part of me was expecting more from this book, I still enjoyed it and I loved how the characters embraced each other, fought for what was right, and loved with every part of their body. This is another one of L.J Shen books that you don’t want to miss.


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