This was my first foray into bear shifter books and with all of the "Choose the Bear" stuff on TikTok, I just had to read this one. This book is exactThis was my first foray into bear shifter books and with all of the "Choose the Bear" stuff on TikTok, I just had to read this one. This book is exactly what it sounds like in that the FMC ultimately chooses the bear and is better off for it.
It is fun, steamy and a bit kooky but it was a good time. I definitely recommend if you are into shifter books.
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Fun, fast paced mystery thriller. While I didn't find the twists too surprising, it was still an enjoyable read and had me flipping the pages right unFun, fast paced mystery thriller. While I didn't find the twists too surprising, it was still an enjoyable read and had me flipping the pages right until the end. I will say that I did not like any of these characters but was still interested enough to keep reading so I guess that's saying something.
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Short and sweet with a bit of a spicy ending. Loved the unicorn, Arthur. For such a short book this book had a great storyline and I ended up really eShort and sweet with a bit of a spicy ending. Loved the unicorn, Arthur. For such a short book this book had a great storyline and I ended up really enjoying it.
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This is a pretty typical high school bully, reverse harem romance but the FMC is blind even though she doesn't act like it half the time. I will say IThis is a pretty typical high school bully, reverse harem romance but the FMC is blind even though she doesn't act like it half the time. I will say I was hooked at the beginning of this book and the initial meeting between Fergie and Cassius. I was like whaaaaatttt??? From there it kind of took a step back, which was fine. I did get a bit annoyed after a while with how all of the boys acted and thought they were OTT especially for high school kids. I know I haven't been in high school in a while but I can't even fathom half of this stuff happening and so I keep reminding myself that it's fiction.
As far as the narrators go, the FMC's narration was done well and was my favorite of the 4. Victor's and Torsten's characters were also done well, but for Cassius, I just didn't care for the cadence of the narrator. The voice was good, but he spoke in sentences that didn't really flow and didn't feel like normal dialogue. The pauses between sentences were slightly too long like he was reading one sentence at a time.
Overall this was an entertaining story but I don't think I'll be reading the rest of the series because it seemed a bit cliche for me and didn't stand out compared to other similar books I have read but it was fun enough to finish.
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I must say I was pleasantly surprised with this book. It was fun, and flirty but also had a serious undertone. I really enjoyed the audio narration doI must say I was pleasantly surprised with this book. It was fun, and flirty but also had a serious undertone. I really enjoyed the audio narration done by Jacqui Bardelang and I really think that made the book more enjoyable for me. I will say the whole cover up for murder thing was completely unbelievable and I didn't know how they were going to make it work but it does work out eventually. I think this book could have existed solely as a rom-com if you removed the murder entirely but then I guess there would have to be another conflict in it's place. I wasn't 100% on board with how the murder and cover up were handled, but it did add a some intrigue to the story. Overall, I was impressed with this book and I'm looking forward to seeing more from this author in the future.
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An unexpected love story. Wow, this book hit hard and I loved every second of it. So much trauma and healing and I loved Bohdi and Brayden. One thing An unexpected love story. Wow, this book hit hard and I loved every second of it. So much trauma and healing and I loved Bohdi and Brayden. One thing I did NOT love is all the weird names. I give authors 1-2 weird names before I start eye rolling and this book exceeded those limits but I forgive them because this book was heartbreakingly sweet. IDK why PS Black has to tear my heart to shreds like this but the healing is worth it. Not only is this book sweet but it is seductive and sad and swoony. I can't wait to read the next one in the series.
The author's note at the beginning of this book states "This is an interconnected standalone. To get a better back story for Bohdi, I suggest reading the Lost & Found Duet. However, this is not a requirement." I wholly agree with this statement. No, you don't need to read it but it gives so much backstory and character to Bohdi.
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I'm going to be the outlier here because this book seems to be getting stellar reviews. While I did enjoy this thriller, it was mediocre for me. EnterI'm going to be the outlier here because this book seems to be getting stellar reviews. While I did enjoy this thriller, it was mediocre for me. Entertaining but I wasn't really connected to the characters and didn't really care what happened to them. I thought it was an ok read. Ymmv.
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This was a quick, fun read. This book reminds me of the TV show Love Island (which I absolutely love) so if that is your kind of thing, I think you woThis was a quick, fun read. This book reminds me of the TV show Love Island (which I absolutely love) so if that is your kind of thing, I think you would like this book. It's pretty low stakes, nothing surprising really happens and it's pretty predictable, but sometimes that's what I want in a book. It was entertaining, but nothing earth shattering.
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Super cute, a little cheesy and sugary sweet. If you like Hallmark movies, you will definitely like this book. It's cozy, and festive and fun. This woSuper cute, a little cheesy and sugary sweet. If you like Hallmark movies, you will definitely like this book. It's cozy, and festive and fun. This would be a good palate cleanser book as it's an easy read.
The narrator, Kim Churchill did a great job with narration.
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While I can sympathize with the FMC in this story, I just didn't care for the book. I was not a fan of the format or writing style unfortunately. SecoWhile I can sympathize with the FMC in this story, I just didn't care for the book. I was not a fan of the format or writing style unfortunately. Second chance romances can be a hit or miss with me and maybe if this one wasn't written around improv I would have liked it more, but this one was a miss for me. I am sure many readers will love this one....more
I am Undeniably Infatuated with this book. It is sultry and sweet and sassy. Stone, former playboy needs a break from his reality and decides to sail I am Undeniably Infatuated with this book. It is sultry and sweet and sassy. Stone, former playboy needs a break from his reality and decides to sail to the Caribbean for 10 days to work on himself but when he finds his brother's ex girlfriend on his boat, what is he to do.
Tinsley is hiding out from the press and the rest of the world so she convinces Stone that she should sail with him.
They both agree to keep to themselves during their trip, but that is nearly impossible on a boat and the more time they spend together, the more they want to spend together which leads to attraction and more. What will happen when their trip is over and reality comes crashing back.
I was so drawn into this story and really enjoyed the characters. The steamy scenes were off the charts and I was sweating and fanning myself just reading them. I really appreciate how the author paces the story to keep you guessing as to how they are going to end up at an HEA but inevitably they do and I loved it.
Now, where can I find a sweet, billionaire, tattooed, pierced, doctor that is obsessed with me to marry?
Jason Clarke does a phenomenal job of narrating Stone's character and Andi Arndt does wonderfully with Tinsley's character. I can hear the emotion in their voices and they bring life to the characters.
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I haven't read a Tami Hoag book in many years, but I was so excited to get a copy of this one to read. While I had not read the first two books in thiI haven't read a Tami Hoag book in many years, but I was so excited to get a copy of this one to read. While I had not read the first two books in this series, I don't really think it's all that necessary as this is considered an interconnected standalone (as far as I know). Tami has a way of telling a story that draws you in and you just feel like you are living in her world. This is a pretty straight forward murder mystery but there are plenty of leads that take you down a rabbit hole with plenty of interesting characters. Nick and Annie are wonderful characters and I enjoyed spending time with them.
Audio narration by Hillary Huber was wonderfully done and the characters were distinctive.
Thank you NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing | Brilliance Audio for access to the ALC in exchange for an honest review. Pub Date: 9/24/24...more
There are many that will liken this book to ACOTAR and while I agree with them on certain points, I think this one stands far enough apart to not be aThere are many that will liken this book to ACOTAR and while I agree with them on certain points, I think this one stands far enough apart to not be a dupe. Many romantasy books have a similar plot so I don't hold that against the author at all.
I really enjoyed this book and it was a fun, spicy, romantasy read that I have been looking for. It is not the most original book ever, but it sure is entertaining.
I will also say that the "surprises" weren't surprising at all to me. In fact, when I read the last sentence of the book I said out loud "Duh, no shit", but that didn't take away from the enjoyment for me. I am definitely interested to see where the storyline goes and I'm looking forward to reading more about these characters.
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The Death King is a necromancer that rides a dragon. He is dark, brooding, sexy and deadly. This book starts off very strong and I was immediately draThe Death King is a necromancer that rides a dragon. He is dark, brooding, sexy and deadly. This book starts off very strong and I was immediately drawn into the story. I do wish it was a bit deeper or possibly had a bit more world building? I"m not quite sure how to explain it other than it lacked a bit of feeling for me. Maybe I needed more show than tell. There is a scene in the beginning where a significant character dies and it's like, oh well...moving on. This did not deter me from reading but with a bit more detail/plot/worldbuilding this could have been a 5 star for me.
I thought the FMC, Calista was ambivalent to her surroundings and situations at times which made me want to scream at her. I also found that the MMC was a bit over the top, especially when he was constantly badgering Calista about sleeping with him and telling her "you know you want to". I thought both MC's were immature but I decided to put that aside and focus on the story and I did enjoy it. This was more of a 3.5 star read for me but I'm giving it 4 stars because I'm here for the vibes and it was a good time and I'm definitely looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Overall this is a fun book with plenty of spice and an interesting story. It does end on a cliffhanger so be prepared for that. If you are in the mood for a dark, fantasy romance with spice and dragons, definitely give this one a shot!
The audiobook narrators Michael Ferraiuolo and Ramona Master do a great job of narrating their parts.
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A wonderfully cute, cozy, witchy, fantasy mystery. I really enjoyed this sweet little story and I especially loved Archie, the pygmy owl. This book isA wonderfully cute, cozy, witchy, fantasy mystery. I really enjoyed this sweet little story and I especially loved Archie, the pygmy owl. This book is perfect for those looking for their next cozy read and to escape into a low stakes world.
I loved this book. I really liked both Honor and Blake and I think they make a wonderful couple. There were a couple of little things that annoyed me I loved this book. I really liked both Honor and Blake and I think they make a wonderful couple. There were a couple of little things that annoyed me about Blake but he fully admitted he was being a jerk so I forgive him. I do wish he had to do a tiny bit more groveling to make up for his outburst but I likely would forgive a super hot 6'3" billionaire with bedroom skills easily as well. I love fake dating tropes because you know they are definitely going to fall for one another but I still love it every time.
Thank you to Love Notes PR for access to this ARC in exchange for an honest review. Pub Date: 9/16/24...more
If the cover of this book doesn't immediately pull you in then then the description definitely should. I don't believe I have ever read a book about aIf the cover of this book doesn't immediately pull you in then then the description definitely should. I don't believe I have ever read a book about a female blacksmith and while that is fun enough on it's own, we also get to learn much more about Eilean and her adventure into another world.
While I do like Eilean as a character, the standout character for me is definitely the aquatic undead horse with a bad attitude!
I would say this book leans more toward middle grade/young teen but it's also fun for adults. Perfect for someone who wants to dip their toes into an easy fantasy book.
The audiobook narration was so fun with added sound effects and different voices from narrator Rebecca Daltry.
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A steamy F1 romance where he helps her get to the "finish line" if you know what I mean. Spencer is charismatic and handsome with a smoking body and wA steamy F1 romance where he helps her get to the "finish line" if you know what I mean. Spencer is charismatic and handsome with a smoking body and when he tells you to "drown him" you listen! I really liked Spencer and Cami and how even though they both had their reservations with each other and their past, they overcame that and their relationship benefitted from the character growth. This book was a fun ride.
As stated, this is reminiscent of Lauren Asher's Dirty Air series so if you liked those books, you will most definitely like this one from K. Bromberg.
Carly Robins and Shane East narrate this one well but the standout for me was Shane because his voice is just perfect for Spencer's character.
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I really enjoyed the first half of this book but somewhere a bit after that, the story fell off for me. I didn't like the ending and I feel like I wasI really enjoyed the first half of this book but somewhere a bit after that, the story fell off for me. I didn't like the ending and I feel like I was confused as to what happened. I finished the book thinking huh? What? This is definitely a thought provoking book and I loved that about it but the story as a whole was only a 3 star read for me....more
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