Finding The Way Back by Brittney Sahin

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Finding The Way Back

(Stealth Ops, Book 5)

By Brittney Sahin

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶

Ex Military

Slow Burn

Friends to Lovers

I really enjoyed Knox's. There were many different angles in this story, but I really loved the friendship that was showcased with Knox & Adriana. We knew Knox had issues with his father & his political ties, but I enjoyed seeing how he worked through his issues. I also loved seeing the Echo guys' story lines beginning to bloom as well. 

Crave by Piper Lawson

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Crave

(Off-Limits, Book 1)

By Piper Lawson

(New to me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶

Forbidden

Age Gap

Professor/Student

Slow burn 

Cliffhanger 

Great story about trying to be someone you truly aren't to appease those around you. The need to make others happy and stick with the status quo can be stifling. Finding someone who sees you for you is priceless even if it is forbidden.

Love the dancing background and how they met. Olivia just wants to live her own life, but the need to take care of her sister and be a good girl gets  shaken up when she discovers just how good and tempting being bad really is. Ends on a cliffhanger. 

Cursed of Moon by Krista Street

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Cursed of Moon

(Supernatural Curse, Book 3)

By Krista Street

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

🌶🌶🌶.5

Paranormal

Fantasy 

Slow Burn 

Wow. Ok, where you begin. There was A LOT going on in this book. A lot that at times was a bit much, but pushing through to the end was worth it. 

About time that Tala stopped fighting her feelings for Kaillen, and that definitely was worth the wait. The introduction to Kaillen's friends was a nice touch, and I really enjoyed their banter and relationship with the Fire Wolf and Tala.

Bound by Blood by Krista Street

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Bound by Blood

(Supernatural Curse, Book 2)

By Krista Street

⭐️⭐️⭐️.75

🌶🌶

Paranormal

Fantasy

Slow burn

There are a lot of building blocks in this book. The mystery was still there but felt a bit drawn out. The whole non pack storyline was interesting, and the explanation of how he came to be was enlightening. 

There are several twining storylines in this book. Hopefully, these storylines will resolve themselves soon. Poor Tala has had just about everything thrown at her in a matter of weeks.

Wolf of Fire by Krista Street

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Wolf of Fire

(Supernatural Curse, Book 1)

By Krista Street

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

🌶🌶.5

Paranormal 

Fantasy

Slow Burn

Mystery/Suspense

This series kicks off with a bang!! Right out the gates, we have so much mystery and suspense. Love the detail about the Shadowland and all the training that Tala had with Prish. 

You could tell from the moment that Tala and Fire Wolf met there would be tension. Their witty & snarky banter was perfect between them. I believe the goodness inside Fire Wolf was just a taste of what his true nature will reveal further into the series. 

Born By Moonlight by Krista Street

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Born by Moonlight

(Supernatural Institute, Book 2)

By Krista Street

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶.5

Friends to Lovers

Paranormal 

Fantasy

Slow Burn 

Holy smokes, what a great story. The amount of detail is amazing.  Having been affected by the comet, Avery now has to deal with the effects on her body. Not knowing what, if anything, can help her, Wyatt must turn to research to see if anything can be done. 

The detail and imagery of the libraries with their gargoyle researchers is phenomenal. The way the Bulgaria library is described makes me want to go & visit. Now Wyatt & Nicholas are having to work together to help save Avery. But that twist at the end was gut-wrenching. 

Fated By Starlight by Krista Street

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Fated by Starlight

(Supernatural Institute, Book 1)

By Krista Street

(New to me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶.5

Paranormal

Childhood Crush

Fantasy

Slow burn

Love the concept of the Supernaturals Forces. The training and positions are similar to the military. The fact that Wyatt and Avery were brought back together after so long and for Wyatt to be her commander really screams fate to me.

Love that Dee is specializing in training to help Avery deal with potential vulnerable situations. The fact that Wyatt is having to pretend around Avery is sad but noble for the reason behind it 

Two Wedding Crashers by Meghan Quinn

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Two Wedding Crashers

(Dating by Numbers, Book 2)

By Meghan Quinn

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶

Slow Burn

Second Chances

Vacation Fling

RomCom

Where do I start? I adore this book so much. I laughed so hard during the entire book. Rylee's girl gang is both unique and  amazing. Wedding crashers turned friends turned lovers. It has all the earmarks of the perfect romcom.

Both Rylee and Beck have pasts that they are still struggling to heal from. Lost souls that find each other in paradise. When everything is said and done, they were made to help each other live life to the fullest, and I just love that.

The Tip-Off by Rebecca Jenshak

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The Tip-Off

(Smart Jocks, Book 3)

By Rebecca Jenshak

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Sports Romance 

Basketball 

College

Friends to Lovers

Slow Burn

"Beauty in imperfection"

What a great story. I love Zeke and his quiet determination. I think Gabby's wildness balances him out. Deep down, they are very similar. I love that they talk to each other through music. There is a deep connection with Zeke and Gabby that makes you want to root for them.

I think one of my favorite scenes is when they go to the tattoo parlor. How strong Gabby is for covering part of her scars and how Zeke is there to comfort her and opens up about his tattoo.

Love & Other Chaos by Jackie Walker

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Love & Other Chaos
(Love & Laughs, Book 1)
By Jackie Walker

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶.5
Forbidden
Parent/Teacher
Friends to Lovers
Single Mom
Slow burn

Classic case of right person wrong time. It's a great story about building a great friendship. The way Brody takes care of Miles and Cara is swoon worthy.

Loved that the story was over time and that even though it was kind of instant love on both their parts, they waited. The fact that Brody was able to help get Miles the help he needed and be there during all the crazy family chaos was amazing. 

Dirty Little Midlife Mess by Lilian Monroe

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Dirty Litte Midlife Mess

(Heart's Cove Hotties, Book 2)

By Lilian Monroe

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Slow burn

Fake dating

Grumpy Sunshine 

Small town

Second chance

Multiple POV

Hearts Cove has become one of my favorite series!! It's funny, it's real-life situations, it's sexy & all the characters are hilarious.

I love that this series is a multiple pov book, but each book has its main storyline with the other POVs woven through to keep the other characters as relevant.

Wes & Simone I knew would be fire and water, and I was not disappointed. I do have to give Wes props for his restraint. We had a glimpse into Simone's past last book, and this one we get to peel back the layers of grump to discover who Wes is. I loved it.

 

Kade by Jenna Myles

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Kade

(The Brash Brothers series, Book 1)

By Jenna Myles

(New to me Author)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶.5

Billionaire

Grumpy Sunshine

Slow Burn

Broken Boy

Strong FMC

Forced Proximity 

MMA 

Savior complex meets strong MMA female fighter. Great dynamic between Kade & Becca. Diving into his past unleashes insecurities and doubts all, while Becca tries to be strong and take care of herself.

Becca knows her worth, even though she has had a string of really bad luck. Kade always seems to fall for the damsel in distress but doesn't realize Becca isn't in distress. This book is a really slow burn but once they burn they set flames!!

Things We Hide From The Light by Lucy Score

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Things We Hide From The Light

(Knockemout, Book 2)

By Lucy Score

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Small Town

Broken Hero

Second Chance

Slow Burn

Best Friends Brother

Strong Heroine

Such a great book!! I knew that Nash & Lina were going to be a favorite of mine. She is such a strong, kick ass heroine, and he is "Studly Do Right". Need I say more?

Lina has fire for days, and it's exactly what Nash needs to pull himself out of the darkness that being shot sent him, too. Both of these characters had to at one time fight the darkness and choose to live, and I don't think Nash could have realized that without Lina's sassiness. 

After being shot, Nash can't remember what happened, and the dash cam is grainy and dark. Duncan Hugo has rabbited, but there is still danger and a different type of investigation going on. 

I really loved the storyline and how everything unfolded. I laughed, cried & and couldn't put it down. As always, I love Stef, Waylay, and Waylon & now throw Nolan in there. These side characters just totally make these books draw you in. I can not wait for Lucian and Sloane's book. 

Riven Knight By Devney Perry

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Riven Knight

By Devney Perry

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶.5

Slow Burn

Small Town

Marriage of Convenience 

Motorcycle Club

Suspense

What a great follow up to Steel King. I absolutely adore Genevieve & Isaiah. The fierce loyalty they showed each other and the strength they shared was so fantastic. 

I am so glad we got Isaiah's back story and then finding out what actually happened at the cabin. This story torn at my heart strings for everything they went through separately and together. But I am really glad that there was closure about Amina and the kidnapping.

Hating The Boss By Kristen Granata

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Hating the Boss

By Kristen Granata

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶.5

Forbidden Romance

Workplace Romance 

Enemies to Lovers

This was a great quick read. The pranks they pulled between each other were hilarious, and I wish I had a friend group like Rae. They were fantastic characters.

Rae & Jaxon meet the night Rae's divorce is final. After waking in Jaxons bed with everything a blank, she hurries out of his apartment before he wakes.

This leads to Jaxon assuming she stole his Grandma's ring. After discovering he is the new principal at Rae's school, accusations are made & a war begins.

Runaway Groomsman by Meghan Quinn

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Runaway Groomsman

By Meghan Quinn

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶

Slow Burn

Second Chance

Small Town

Friends to Lovers

This was a great slow burn story from beginning to end. This is definitely a much lighter spicy story with only 1 real steamy scene.

From the beginning I fell in love with Sully the Alzheimer's suffer grandpa. I loved Fallon's love for family and keeping the legacy of her grandparents alive. She is a great character full of love, compassion and determination.

Sawyer was a bit of a surprise for me. The issues that led him to Canoodle (love the name) and meeting the towns people was your typical Hollywood love affair gone wrong. But he surprised me with his compassion and heart toward Sully and Fallon. 

I love their love story and that the base was friendship, family and community. Side characters were amazing but Jaz totally stole the show for with her snark and switchblade.

Funny Feelings by Tarah DeWitt

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Funny Feelings

By Tarah DeWitt

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶

Rom-Com 

Single Dad

Slow Burn

Fake Dating

Such a great book. I laughed so much throughout the entire thing but also felt heart ache. I did love how the hear impaired was represented in this story.

Meyer is a single dad of a hearing impaired child. Ex stand up comedian turned writer who ends up managing Farley Jones an up & coming female comedian.

Farley is trying to make a name for herself in the stand up world & winds up finding a found family in Meyer & Hazel as well!! 

You could feel the tension between Meyer & Hazel which I love how the growth of their feelings was written. And once they gave in, it was worth the wait.

Heartless by Elsie Silver

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Heartless by Elsie Silver

Releases October 14, 2022

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶🌶

Single Dad

Slow Burn

Small Town

Grumpy Sunshine

Forbidden Work Romance

Willa & Cade are my new favorites of Elsie's world!! That is high praise after a bull riding cowboy!! 

Willa is a bundle of sunshine that blows into Cade's quiet world & spins it off its axis. Cade is a quiet grump with a huge heart. He loves son & family more than anything which leaves very little for himself.

Willa is a fly-by-the-seat-of-her-pants type of gal who falls in love first with Luke Eaton, Cades 5 year old son. Showing love for a motherless (by moms choice) child really gets you in the heart.

Willa helps remind Cade that he is just as important as the rest of the family. Slowly she is able to coax the real sexy cowboy to make his appearance & boy were we not disappointed. You know the saying,"it's always the quiet ones" is relevant here.

Accidentally Amy by Lynn Painter

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Accidentally Amy

By Lynn Painter

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶🌶

Slow Burn

Rom-Com

Forbidden CoWorker

Friends to Lovers

I have to say I adored this book!! Like give it more than 5 stars love!! In fact they really need to make a movie of this book.

Fate has a funny way of bringing Izzy & Blake together in this rom com, heavy on the com!! Their banter was spot on!! 

What I really enjoyed was reading about how they were determined to be & stay friends & nothing more, even though sparks were flying from the 1st pumpkin spice latte..

I also enjoyed Izzy's relationship with her cousin & friends. But the cat relationships with Blake & Izzy was the cherry on top of a brilliant sundae. 

How Sweet It Is by Dylan Newton

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How Sweet It Is

By Dylan Newton

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶🌶🌶

Small Town

Slow Burn

Work Place Romance

This was a super cute book. Loved the horror meets event planning aspect. Kate has child guilt for not going into the family business but wants to prove herself to her family.

Drake is a horror novelist but has run into a bit of writers block. Wanting to write a story that means a little extra something he needs Kate's help to get it out the right way.

After one disaster after another will they be able to see they have the potential of having their own happily ever after or will it blow up in their faces?!