The beginning of this book was heartbreaking. It totally gave Bastian’s character the depth that was needed to properly understand his motives in plotThe beginning of this book was heartbreaking. It totally gave Bastian’s character the depth that was needed to properly understand his motives in plotting to punish his deadbeat mother. Unfortunately for him, fortunately for us, his plans to take his vengeance out on her beloved stepdaughter Hattie don’t quite to go plan. I loved seeing how him begin to develop feelings for her and seeing Hattie coming out of her shell and blossoming. This was hot, steamy, heart-rending, heart-pounding, heart-melting....more
Lucia is forced into marriage with Luca to pay for her father’s debts. Lots of steamy scenes as they begin to connect between the sheets. Finding out Lucia is forced into marriage with Luca to pay for her father’s debts. Lots of steamy scenes as they begin to connect between the sheets. Finding out she’s pregnant gives her the impetus to run to protect her unborn child. Her strength of character shone through as she developed her new life. Page turner, filled with drama, heat and passion. ...more
This was such fun. It’s been a while since I genuinely laughed at a book and so it was a real treat to be giggling through most of this one. Lydia andThis was such fun. It’s been a while since I genuinely laughed at a book and so it was a real treat to be giggling through most of this one. Lydia and Ashford were so well matched, each trying to best the other. A total delight. ...more
Enjoyed this so much. Was totally invested in Lilah and Deck in their journey through the harsh, unforgiving post-apocalyptic world. The way this is wEnjoyed this so much. Was totally invested in Lilah and Deck in their journey through the harsh, unforgiving post-apocalyptic world. The way this is written, the changes in people once the world they knew changed forever and the way love can still blossom felt so realistic and believable. I felt caught up in all the emotions throughout this book - there were a couple of scenes where I was literally moved to tears, both of sadness and joy. This is definitely going onto my re-read list....more
This was a roller-coaster of a read. From the fake relationship becoming more to the dangers they both had to face. Asher & Charlotte are just so righThis was a roller-coaster of a read. From the fake relationship becoming more to the dangers they both had to face. Asher & Charlotte are just so right together, totally balancing and complementing each other. Must admit, I was worried for a bit that it might not all work out when danger threatened. Definitely kept me turning the pages....more
Loved Harper & Finns story – read it in pretty much one go. She’s such a great character, strong, inde-pendent and unapologetic. Finn was strong and pLoved Harper & Finns story – read it in pretty much one go. She’s such a great character, strong, inde-pendent and unapologetic. Finn was strong and principled. The moment he re-appears in her office to plan his wedding to someone else is a jaw dropper (spoiler/trigger alert - there is no cheating). I thor-oughly enjoyed the way they navigated round everything, including their own personal relationship bar-riers. Had a little lump in my throat when a voice from the past generations helped Harper in her time of need. This series from Piper Rayne just get better with each new addition. ...more
This is an absolutely brilliant bargain box set. I’ve read and reviewed each of these books individually as they were published. Each one can easily bThis is an absolutely brilliant bargain box set. I’ve read and reviewed each of these books individually as they were published. Each one can easily be read as a standalone, but I’d highly recommend picking up this set to binge read the series.. Short reviews of each of the included books are below: Midlife Mate - This is an entertaining quick read, the connection between Lori & Rex is well written and there’s lots of drama and danger to be navigated before they can truly be together. Enjoyed the twist towards at the end. Wolf's Midlife Bite - Enjoyed reading about these two, both of them slightly damaged by their past experiences facing powerful new feelings. There are several problems for them to overcome, including a nasty boss and a dark secret. Wolf's Midlife Secret Child - Lots of drama, action, adventure and romance. Rejected Midlife Wolf - Second Chance romance. Magic gone wrong, guilt, distrust, lingering threats from rival pack of lone wolves. Entertaining read. Wolf's Midlife Nanny - Really enjoyed this. The growing attraction between Kane & Melissa was well written. Added to that was the complexities surrounding baby Adrian’s mother which gave me a real lump in my throat with some real heart-pounding moments in the aftermath. Turned by the Midlife Wolf - Liked the almost slow burn between Sean and Angela as he tried to keep his distance until a dramatic event changed everything. Wolf's Midlife Runaway Bride - Great characters, lots of plot twists and a dramatic storyline, good entertaining read and a super addition to the series. Wolf's Midlife Christmas –Rockstar wolf-shifter romance. Even though Declan and Tiffany realise they were fated mates, they still had doubts and misapprehensions about whether a relationship could be possible. Thoroughly enjoyed this one. Feral Midlife Wolf - There’s a lot of excitement, plenty of drama and heat between the main characters and a gripping sub-plot. Thoroughly grabbed by this right from the start all the way through to the end. Vigilante Midlife Wolf - Really enjoyed this second chance romance. There’s plenty of passion, love, regret, forgiveness, drama and danger. Couldn’t put it down. Great way to spend a few hours. Firefighter Midlife Wolf - Enjoyed all the twists and turns in this, the secrets, the surprises and the drama. Lots of really great supporting characters which help make this a fun, exciting read. Wolf's Midlife Baby - Liked the way the tension was built up in this one and enjoyed the way it was dealt with. Loved these two as a couple and how they fit together. ...more
This was a fun rom-com. The eternal bridesmaid finds herself at yet another wedding, but this time one of the groomsmen is her ex. Fortunately, she haThis was a fun rom-com. The eternal bridesmaid finds herself at yet another wedding, but this time one of the groomsmen is her ex. Fortunately, she has Mac to distract her. Loved her interactions with him, their banter was such fun. Her dilemma over whether to go with her heart or her head added an extra layer which made sure this was different and entertaining enough to keep you reading....more