Happy weekend! I am home from my travels and recovering from a severe allergy burst. I finished two ARCs and a new release this week. I am thrilled that they were all incredibly good reads. Piper Rayne and Pippa Grant gave me ARCs that delivered feel-good, small town romantic yumminess. J.T. Geissinger's new release was an erotic thriller that completely blew me away. Three delicious books. I am working at the JOB this weekend, so I wish everyone a happy weekend and week full of the books that feed your soul.
My Fake Fiancé (Greene Family #8) by Piper Rayne
ARC: Release Date- 08/23/2022
#SmallTown #FakeRelationship #FriendsToLovers #CurvyGirl
#ARC
5 STARS
Mandi and Noah find love and their HEA in book #8 of the
Greene Family. It is written in first person from an alternating dual POV. It can be read as a standalone, but readers
will find enjoyment reading the series as they get to know the Greene family
and their history leading up to this point.
The book begins in the present, then flashes back through a
series of moments over the past three years so readers can see how Mandi and
Noah became friends and then became engaged.
When it picks back up in the present, things really get
interesting. I love the fake
relationship/marriage of convenience trope, and this was very well done.
I love the friendship between Noah and Mandi. I love the heat and passion they share. I adore Mandi’s confidence and how much Noah loves her and everything about her. They have some moments on the way to the altar. Family members and crazy grandma’s weigh in with their opinions. This was a thoroughly enjoyable read that was exactly what I needed.
Rich in Your Love (Tickled Pink #2) by Pippa Grant
ARC: Release Date- 12/13/2022
#Celebrity #Fling #RomanticComedy #SmallTown
#OppositesAttract #FriendsToLovers #ARC
5 STARS
Tavi and Dylan fall in love in book two set in Tickled Pink,
Wisconsin. Their story is told in first
person from an alternating dual POV.
I was looking forward to Tavi’s story so much after reading
book one. It does not disappoint. There is so much more to Tavi than the
persona the public sees in her life as an influencer. I adore that she is curvy, funny, and
driven. I love that her sweet exterior
holds a lion. Dylan is a good guy who must
come to terms with a future that is different from what he thought it was going
to be. I love that he gets to know Tavi
and sees the real her under the facade. I really enjoyed his attraction to her and how
he tries to fight it.
They form a friendship that quickly becomes a fling. I love when it becomes more than that and
they find their forever. I really
enjoyed how they shared an understanding of being able to overcome past
mistakes to become the people they want to be in the world. They both have beautiful souls and are
perfect for each other.
Tickled Pink provides a quirky small-town backdrop for the
comedy, and the family dynamics are a lot of fun as they really learn more
about each other. This was a
light-hearted and fun rom-com that I really enjoyed.
Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger
#Paranormal #ContemporaryRomance #Thriller
5 STARS
This is only my second book by this author and it is very
different from the first one I read. I loved both of them. The author lists
this book as an erotic thriller with a non-traditional HEA and I can't disagree
with that description. There are several trigger warnings for this book on the
author's website. I highly recommend that sensitive readers reviews these prior
to making a decision on whether this book may or may not be for them. I am
going to do my very best to write this review without giving away the plot
twists or any spoilers.
I read the blurb for this book a while ago and I was intrigued. Dark romance is
not usually my jam, but I do enjoy one every now and then to offset my love of
romcoms. This book delivered a beautifully written story with twists, turns,
and surprises. It is full of five alarm heat with explicit scenes that include
light BDSM, role-play, and kink. I went in blind and had several theories about
the truths buried in the mystery of the story as I went. I can tell you I
really couldn't put this down. When I had to, I couldn't stop thinking about
it. After I finished it several hours ago, I still can't think of anything else
but this book. What makes a five star read? For me, it completely captures me.
I want to read it again. I can't stop thinking about it when I am done. Some
books manage this in a mild way while others, like this one, completely blow me
away.
Kayla has a unique story. Is it a romance? I believe the answer is yes. If this
story was told in a completely chronological manner, it would be hard to doubt
this. Her relationship with the hero is full of love, understanding,
friendship, and undeniably hot passion. The hero is everything! I loved him so,
so much. I don't even have the words. Kayla is a character who grows over the
course of their romance. She finds her true self in him and their relationship.
With nods to Dante's "The Divine Comedy" and Greek mythology, the
story is told from mostly Kayla's first person POV with a couple of other POV's
included at various points. I loved how the author intricately weaves the
mystery into this story. From a story-telling perspective, this is masterfully
told. If it was told in a traditional way, it would not be as completely
captivating. This is one of those books I wish I could read again for the first
time without knowing what is coming next. I have no doubt though that I will be
rereading this one. If you like an erotic read full of mystery and dark moments,
you want this book.
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