ARC: Release Date- 04/21/2022
#RomanticComedy #Mystery #Psychic #Paranormal #ARC
5 STARS
Though book three in the Riley Thorn series can be read as a
standalone as a mystery, readers will want to read the series in order. There
are several recurring characters and history between them, and readers will
benefit greatly from having read the books in order. This book is written in third person from a
dual perspective.
Riley and Nick have a new mystery to solve while trying to
complete an extensive home renovation, maintain their relationship, and deal
with constant drop-ins from the neighbors.
Riley is learning more about her psychic abilities every day, and there
is sometimes a learning curve involved.
I loved the new mystery. There were many laughs along the way. Riley and Nick continue to have scorching heat between them. I have always loved their banter, and it is still there in this book. Family and friends are actively present and “helpful” to Riley and Nick. This sucked me in and wouldn’t let go. It was a thoroughly enjoyable read and an excellent addition to the series.
#RockStar #FakeRelationship #FriendsToLovers #ARC
5 STARS
Book three in the series of interconnected standalones, this
book can be read by itself and ends with a HEA.
It is written in third person from a dual perspective.
Irina needs her big break in the acting world. Knox needs a relationship so the tabloids
stop painting him as a not-so-nice player.
When Irina’s best friend, Courtney, suggests they have a marriage of
convenience to solve both their problems, they agree. Afterall, they get along well and are
friends. Neither one expects that their relationship will become more than
platonic. Neither one of them is looking
for forever: nor are they sure forever can be a thing at all. It seems like the perfect solution.
I love the way their friendship allows them to support each
other even before love enters the picture.
When they decide to make their marriage “real” for as long as it lasts,
there is a whole lot of heat between them.
(Prepare for your kindle to be steamed up.) I love that they like each other as people
and respect and support each other’s dreams. I love how they defend each other
against outside forces, like Knox’s mother.
I adore the fact that they communicate about their relationship and the
compromises they need to make to succeed with their busy careers. There is nothing better than a rock star who
ends up besotted with a woman after not believing that could happen. That it is a mutual besottedness brings all
the feels to the story. I could feel how
much they missed each other when they were apart. The ending is perfect, and I really liked the
fact that their hurdle was not something contrived to keep them apart. They have a supportive found family of
friends that are important to their story, and I adored that.
There are laughs, a wedding that is anything but traditional, lots of heat, and a real emotional connection that with make you swoon. I 100% enjoyed and recommend this latest installment of the Mile High Rocked series. I can’t wait for Tanner to find love next.
Killer Moves (Assassins in Love #2) by Tawna Fenske
ARC: Release Date- 05/12/2022
#SecondChance #SecretBaby #RomanticSuspense #SingleMom
#ExCon #AntiHero #Hacker #ARC
5 STARS
Book two in this series can be read as a standalone, but
readers will want to read the books in series order to gain the full benefit of
recurring characters and interconnected story lines. This book is written in
third person from a dual perspective and ends with a HEA.
Once his record is expunged, Matteo returns home after being
in prison for the last couple of years.
One of his first stops is to see his sisters. He is surprised to run into his ex, who has a
little boy who looks a whole lot like him.
Renee has been on the run. She
has tended to pick the wrong men in her life, which has not been easy. She has a few ex-boyfriends that have served
time and with them comes some baggage that leads her t be on the run.
Matteo is a wonderful protector. He is immediately committed to helping Renee
and her son stay safe. Renee is stronger
than she realizes. AJ, her
three-year-old son, is beyond adorable.
I love what a good mom Renee is to AJ.
I loved the relationship that Matteo immediately forms with AJ. There are some downright adorable moments. The
elements of danger and suspense were well done.
I adore how Matteo, Dante, and Seb can work together to take of Renee,
AJ, Nic, and Jen. (Not that Nic, Jen and
even Renee aren’t capable of taking care of themselves. They certainly do well there too.) Matteo and Renee have plenty of heat between
them and some steam to their story. I was fully engaged in why Renee needed to
run and the resolution of that problem.
I am seriously looking forward to book three as these men, who have
lived in the gray area of life, find love and forever as the men they are at
heart.
Ruthless Creatures (Queens & Monsters #1)
by J.T. Geissinger
| #Mafia #AntiHero #AlphaHero #RomanticSuspense #BookClub 5 STARS This was my first book by this author, though I own several on my kindle. I was very impressed. The level of character development and the intricacy of the story made this book impossible to put down. It is super-steamy/melt-your-kindle hawt too. Kage is uber-possessive and protective once he meets Natalie. He understands that loving her comes with risks but he cannot stay away. Natalie finds Kage to be a little terrifying in a way that makes her feel things for the first time in way too long. I love the banter between them. They seem to get each other and accept each other, faults and all, very quickly. I love that Natalie is able to be completely herself with Kage, and that she trusts him completely even though it would seem like she can't. I really wasn't sure how the author was going to make their seemingly impossible relationship have a HEA but she does. I loved and understood the massive emotional swings that Natalie takes over the course of the book. Grief, depression, fear, apathy, anger, and determination are some of the prevalent feelings that Natalie grows through. Kage's gentleness with Natalie while still being passionate was a wonderful thing to read. Their open door bedroom scenes are explicit and very, very hot. They have each been through some traumatizing things, especially Kage. Learning his background and how he came to be the man he is was enlightening and understandable. There are moments of violence in this book, like many mafia books. Mobsters get shot and occasionally tortured. Book one of this series also sets up for book two, which focuses on Natalie's best friend, Sloane. I fell in love with Sloane in this book and now I am dying to read her story. She is the best friend everyone needs in their life. Overall, I was blown away by this book. It is definitely one of my top reads of the month. I can't wait to read more by this author. CW/TW: Gun violence on the page, light bondage and spanking, vague description of rape, torture, and murder (briefly mentioned secondary characters that were children). |
Unlocking Adeline (Skeleton Key) by J.D. Hollyfield
| #Fantasy #FatedMates #EnemiesToLovers 4 STARS This has been on my TBR for months and I was thrilled to finally get to read it and to meet a reading challenge goal. This book is primarily written in first person from Addie's POV with two exceptions. The prologue is written in third person and is a flashback to Addie as a little girl. There is one chapter written in first person from Locke's POV. Adeline and Lockelan are bonded mates that have been separated. He take her to his realm, even though he doesn't like the idea of marriage. His actions are a little complicated, and readers are enlightened to his motives when he finally gets his chapter. Addie is feisty and sassy, which sometimes works for her and sometimes works against her. There are steamy scenes that solidify their bond to a certain extent, but these two love to argue with each other about everything. There are elements of danger and betrayal at play to try to keep them apart. The magical and fantasy elements were fun. I loved Christof and Greta, the sorcerer, who are both wonderful secondary characters. Overall, I liked the book but I wanted a little more, especially from Locke. For a fun and fast fantasy read I do recommend it. TW: Attempted rape of h, not by H, but she escapes. Knife violence. |
Trusting Taylor (Silverstone #2) by Susan Stoker
#OppositesAttract #RomanticSuspense #HeroineWithDisability #DamselInDistress
4.5 STARS
It is hard to believe, because I actually have 19 of this author's titles unread on my kindle, but this is the first book I have actually read by this author. I knew I would like her. I also know that sometimes her books lean toward darker content, which I need to be in a specific mood to read. Knowing that, I also recognize that I probably won't be able to binge very many of her books in a row, despite how much I like her writing. This is book two in a series, but functions as a standalone with a HEA. The series follows the interconnected stories of four men, formerly Delta Force, who are best friends and run private ops on the side of their above-board towing business. It is written in third person from multiple perspectives.
Eagle is a wonderful character who is a super recognizer, never able to forget a face or a name. Taylor suffers from a condition where she is unable to recognize faces (face-blindness). Together they make a perfect pair. I love how Eagle bring her into his found family. He recognizes that her condition makes her more vulnerable than some. At the same time, he values and respects her intelligence and the way she can use her other senses to help compensate for her condition. If I had one un-positive thing to say about this, it is that I wish the author allowed Taylor to use her sense of hearing more is the recognition of people. If her sense of smell is so heightened, I would think her sense of hearing and ability to distinguish voices would be just as valuable. Unfortunately, that is never utilized and I felt like that was a miss.
Taylor ends up being stalked by a serial killer, her condition making her less aware that it is happening. The guy stalking her, Brett, is a seriously sick individual. His thoughts are dark and twisted. Readers are also given some detailed background into some truly horrible things that Eagle has seen in the course of his duty. I love that Taylor is able to use her wits to avoid her stalker and also that Eagle and his team plays a part in her rescue. I adore the friendships that Taylor forms with Skylar and the rest of the Silverstone crew. I really liked the steamy scenes between Eagle and Taylor and the emotional connection they share from the beginning. The pace of the story was excellent and had a very hard time setting the book down. I needed to know what was going to happen next. The epilogue sets up the next book, and I am dying to read it. This was a thoroughly engaging read. If you like romantic suspense: this author is known for delivering and I was not disappointed.
TW: Stalker, descriptions of violence and sexual assault against women and children that happened off the page in the past.
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