2021 has been a year of really great YA contemporary novels for me. I explored so many new authors because of it, and read books that really stood out from the crowd.... Read More
Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
To all my fellow audiobook lovers, pick up this book!!! MARY JANE was one of the BEST audiobooks I listened to this year. The narrator brilliantly depicted the different voices, she even sang in different voices, it was an AMAZING performance.... Read More
The Second Blind Son by Amy Harmon | BOOK REVIEW | The Chronicles of Saylok
Two of my most favourite genres are URBAN FANTASY and FANTASY ROMANCE. Unfortunately there aren't many authors who write it well. But one incredible author, dabbles in both contemporary, and fantasy and she does both really well!!... Read More
Last Guard by Nalini Singh | BOOK REVIEW | Psy-Changeling Trinity #5
I love this series, and have been reading it for many years now, but must admit that my heart belongs to the characters of the first group of Psy-Changeling books. I remember them the most, the SnowDancer and the DarkRiver pack. But with this new arc of books, the author is taking the story into a different direction, out of Northern California and into the world. And as always I compare these new books to the old ones and they don't often measure up.... Read More
The Secret Bridesmaid by Katy Birchall | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
I LOVE British novels; romances, literature, it all works for me. And it's even better if I can listen to the audiobook. A British narrations always makes me smile and this one did just that with its easy and entertaining story.... Read More
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW – This post contains affiliate links. That means I receive a... Read More
When Stars Collide by Susan Elizabeth Phillips | BOOK REVIEW | Chicago Stars #9
I think I must have read my first Susan Elizabeth Phillips book 20 years ago. IT HAD TO BE YOU, was one of my very first sports romances. And ever since her light hearted and funny rom-coms have been part of my tbr.... Read More
Luck of the Titanic by Stacey Lee | YA AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
I read my first book by this author, The Downstairs Girl at the end of 2019, and really enjoyed it. The author has a wonderful way of telling historic tales with a focus on Asian characters. And when I saw the author was coming out with a new book I knew I wanted to read it. Even with Titanic in the title.... Read More
House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
I love reading outside my comfort zone, and anything that even sounds like horror is usually on my no-go list. BUT I made exceptions in the past. Earlier this year I read RING SHOUT, and last year I picked up The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires. Both books had some really creepy moments but mostly they were really original stories with a smidgen of horror. I also love it when a novel is atmospheric, eery, and has a darker vibe. Both Simone St. James novels, The Sundown Motel and Broken Girls fit that bill.... Read More
For Lucy by Jewel E Ann | BOOK REVIEW
This second chance romance is highly emotional, deep, and even heavy at times. The love story between Emmett and Tatum is beautiful, but also tragic. Tragic in a very human way. One that will touch your hearts, make you think, and even shed a tear or two.... Read More
Fat Chance, Charlie Vega by Crystal Maldonado | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
The cover made me pick it up, but the blurb easily convinced me that this was a book I wanted to read. Over the last couple years I have been reading more and more coming of age novels and although not everyone hits the spot, but I'm always glad I read them... Read More
State of Affairs by Marie Force | BOOK REVIEW | First Family #1
I have only read one other book where the hero is becoming president, Mr President by Katy Evans. But I must say that I really enjoy this kind of story arc. It makes for an interesting spin. Especially in the case of Sam Holland. Because she will buck at the restraints and push buttons to be the first fictional First Lady to still perform her job. She is such a strong and kick ass woman. This change will be a real challenge for her, and I'm here for it.... Read More
The Guncle by Steven Rowley | BOOK REVIEW
This book was much more, but also exactly what I hoped it would be. Ever since I saw the cover and read the blurb I knew I wanted to read it, and I also hoped it would be amazing. And it was just that.... Read More
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
My most favorite romance movie of all times is the 2005 version of Pride & Prejudice. I can't put in words how much this movie moved me the first time I watched it and how often I watched it since 2005. I'm in love with the music, the performances and especially with Mr Darcy. My infatuation went so far that I bought myself a Mr Darcy statue, proof photo above.... Read More
Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall | BOOK REVIEW
If you loved and maybe binge watched The Great British Bake Off like myself you MUST read this book!!! It gave me all the feels of the show, and reminded me that I have not watched all the seasons yet - shame on me! Also the British humour and the inspiring baking puns take the cake.... Read More
Legacy by Nora Roberts | BOOK REVIEW
As always Nora Roberts knows how to write a captivating romance with an ensnaring dose of suspense. It's almost a given that her books are page turners. And books I'll drop everything to read.... Read More
The Road Trip Beth O’Leary | BOOK REVIEW
After loving The Flatshare and The Switch Beth O'Leary has become an auto-buy author for me. Her books are just so well written, and her humour right up my alley. When I received an ARC for The Road Trip, I couldn't wait to read it. And I'm not kidding when I say that I dropped EVERYTHING to read this book. And I was not disappointed.... Read More
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter | YA BOOK REVIEW
Recently I read so many great YA contemporary romances, like Perfect on Paper, and The Summer of Broken Rules. Every single one has been a wonderful young adult rom-com that checked all the boxes for me.... Read More
It’s Been a Pleasure Noni Blake by Claire Christian | BOOK REVIEW
Noni's journey is about finding herself after a painful breakup. It's about finding her mojo and everything that makes her happy. Which also includes a pleasure journey to Europe. Noni is enjoying herself, not just while hooking up with multiple partners. All in all Noni's journey is quite liberating. And funny.... Read More
The Soulmate Equation by Christina Lauren | BOOK REVIEW
I'm a big fan of Christina Lauren books. My most beloved is still Love and Other Words, but I also adore Josh and Hazel as a couple. But The Soulmate Equation was everything I was hoping for.... Read More
The Restoration of Celia Fairchild by Marie Bostwick | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
I have enjoyed women's fiction in the past, starting with my first ever women's fiction novel LOVE AND OTHER WORDS and EVVIE DRAKE STARTS OVER which I loved. And I think the reasons why I loved them was because they had a good amount of romance.... Read More
Meet Me in Paradise by Libby Hubscher | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
I must admit I looked at the cover and immediately added it to my tbr pile. But after reading the blurb I knew it wouldn't be a lighthearted romance. Although the book has some cute rom-come aspects to it, I would not put MEET ME IN PARADISE into the romance category. The novel is more women's fiction than romance. It's about a journey of self-discovery, stepping out of one's own shadow and trying something new. Living life to the fullest.... Read More
The Summer of Broken Rules by KL Walther | YA BOOK REVIEW
Last year I fell in love with K.L. Walther's debut novel If We Were Us. I loved the author's writing. During a time when I struggle concentrating on books, I'm grateful for the books that manage to ensnare me easily, and turn into one sitting novels.... Read More
Twice Shy by Sarah Hogle | BOOK REVIEW
I'm impressed that the author managed to pull off a completely different kind of romance with TWICE SHY. I can only imagine how hard it must be to write a sophomore novel after a debut novel like YOU DESERVE EACH OTHER. Which had such an interesting, unique and extreme take on the enemies to lovers trope. Instead this time the author wrote a very playful romance, with a slow burn love story that was touching and sweet.... Read More
The Insiders by Tijan | BOOK REVIEW
I'm a HUGE fan of Tijan, her books like RYAN'S BED and TEARDROP SHOT are some of the best indie romances I've read in recent years. She is an author I can count on to deliver fast paced sports romances, as well as highly entertaining YA and NA books like RICH PRICK, which I read multiple times since its release.... Read More
Fable & Namesake by Adrienne Young | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW
First I wanted to talk about how much I adore the book covers. I think they are the most gorgeous designs ever. And the way they fit so perfectly together is a dream. I can't describe how much it pleases me to look at them next to each other. Kudos to the designer.... Read More
BEST SINGLE PARENT ROMANCES | YOU’LL FALL IN LOVE WITH THEM
Romance books are famous for focusing on specific tropes. There are sports romances, enemies to lovers, MM, fantasy romance, forbidden and many more. Some romance novels have more than one trope. But most every romance delivers a theme or feel that is specific to a trope.... Read More
Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW | A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder #2
I love a well performed audiobook. It can be even more entertaining and enthralling as the book itself. Also, especially if the book is a mystery it's often unputdownable. Last year's THE NIGHT SWIM was incredible well done, and the author's debut novel A GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER was one of the best produced audiobooks of 2020.... Read More
Float Plan by Trish Doller | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW | so much more than expected
I had such a great time listening to this audiobook of FLOAT PLANl. It was my first book by Trish Doller, but it won't be my last. Not surprising, I was intrigued by the premise of a sailing trip to the Caribbean. I haven't travelled in ages and getting to experience it all via a book was right up my alley. And I'm glad to report that the book delivered on all fronts.... Read More
All Rhodes Lead Here by Mariana Zapata | BOOK REVIEW | A feel good story with a sunshine | grump couple
When I finished this book I had the biggest smile on my face. Actually, throughout the book I caught myself smiling often, sometimes almost like a lunatic and all because All Rhodes Lead Here was such a feel good novel. I couldn't help myself. It made me just so stinking happy.... Read More
