Wow! So many emotions and thoughts when reading the book :) I loved how, while there was no sugar coating past mistakes, there was plenty of self recriWow! So many emotions and thoughts when reading the book :) I loved how, while there was no sugar coating past mistakes, there was plenty of self recrimination and forgiveness thrown in. Positive, but not overly sweet :) The author packed a lot of emotions into the MCs and we get to almost feel them all when reading. Great job! And kudos for the secondary characters :)
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Wow! So many emotions and thoughts when reading the book :) I loved how, while there was no sugar coating past mistakes, there was plenty of self recrimination and forgiveness thrown in. Positive, but not overly sweet :) The author packed a lot of emotions into the MCs and we get to almost feel them all when reading. Great job! And kudos for the secondary characters :)
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I would give this book 10 stars if I could! The wait for Wade's story felt like ages ever since he made his grand exit into Hailey Turner's universe, I would give this book 10 stars if I could! The wait for Wade's story felt like ages ever since he made his grand exit into Hailey Turner's universe, but it was so worth it! The book is a dynamic tale of all kinds of supernatural shenanigans, full of Wade's brand of snark and SNACKS. ALL THE SNACKS. Seriously, I was hungry all the way through because of this bottomless pit of a dragon! I loved how the author balanced the heat and romance with the action, letting the attraction and chemistry simmer and develop along, which felt very natural for Wade and his mate. Both the MCs are amazing characters, but Wade is totally the star here. And I'm sure Riordan wouldn't have it any other way. As I stated in the beginning, it's a 10 out of 5 stars for me. Cannot wait to listen to the audio!...more
Well, there are books where you have a certain expectation as to their content and level of angst / character complexity. I had some when it came to tWell, there are books where you have a certain expectation as to their content and level of angst / character complexity. I had some when it came to this story, but it was blown to pieces before I even reached the 10% mark! And a good thing it was! This book is a great story of two mature men at crossroads, who manage to complicate the one thing they were hell bent on making simple. With brilliant results :) The characteristics of the MCs and secondary characters are amazingly detailed and fine tuned here. The development of emotions and the story itself just pulls you in. I finished reading it at 1.45 am, because there was no way to put it down! Such a good book!
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Well, there are books where you have a certain expectation as to their content and level of angst / character complexity. I had some when it came to this story, but it was blown to pieces before I even reached the 10% mark! And a good thing it was! This book is a great story of two mature men at crossroads, who manage to complicate the one thing they were hell bent on making simple. With brilliant results :) The characteristics of the MCs and secondary characters are amazingly detailed and fine tuned here. The development of emotions and the story itself just pulls you in. I finished reading it at 1.45 am, because there was no way to put it down! Such a good book!
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Hot, sweet, comprehensive quick read with great characters! The kino was a great part of the story but I'm glad it didn’t overhwhelm it. Nicely done!Hot, sweet, comprehensive quick read with great characters! The kino was a great part of the story but I'm glad it didn’t overhwhelm it. Nicely done!...more
Wow! I loved everything about this story. The anxious curiosity, the tension between them and then the explosive heat! I am really glad the author didWow! I loved everything about this story. The anxious curiosity, the tension between them and then the explosive heat! I am really glad the author did not rush the story and did not throw them together right off the bat. The non-romantic parts of the plot were also very well done! And I was crying like a baby by the end of it, so there is that. Superb. *** I received an ARC copy of the book ***...more
I really liked reading this book. An age gap story with mafia and well thought out MCs. I would twist a plot a bit in a few places, but overall it wasI really liked reading this book. An age gap story with mafia and well thought out MCs. I would twist a plot a bit in a few places, but overall it was a very immersive read. Had a hard time putting the book down for sure and it's never a bad sign!...more
If you are looking for an emotional rollercoaster with two amazing men at the center, you’re in for a treat. The authors, as usual, did an awesome jobIf you are looking for an emotional rollercoaster with two amazing men at the center, you’re in for a treat. The authors, as usual, did an awesome job presenting a story of two great MCs trying to figure it out in the big world. I had a total soft spot for Kyle since forever so I may be biased, but I’d say this part of the series is the best yet! All the ot twists and feelings make for an incredibly immersive book. The level of insight we get into the emotions and the amount of angst is just perfect! Cant wait for what’s next in store for the Speakeasy crew for sure.
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I really liked this story! The characters were very entertaining and while, due to the length of the book, the plot had some necessary shortcuts, the I really liked this story! The characters were very entertaining and while, due to the length of the book, the plot had some necessary shortcuts, the flow was good and it didn't feel rushed at all. A very pleasant read and a great addition to the series....more
The unlikely relationship between an artist and a professional boxer, instant attraction and a fast - paced, no prisoners taken route to a happily eveThe unlikely relationship between an artist and a professional boxer, instant attraction and a fast - paced, no prisoners taken route to a happily ever - after. This story was a really great read. The MCs were both interesting and the supporting characters promise more interesting stories to come. The author has given a lot of attention to the emotional side of the story, characters' train of thought and attitude towards life, which enables the reader to become all the more engrossed in the story. I also liked the interesting deviation from the typical alternation of view point between MCs - we get to see snippets of the story through secondary characters' eyes, which is a very good addition and gives more dimensions to it overall. Great idea!
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May Archer takes us on another great journey to an idyllic town full of quirky and interesting characters, a bit of drama and lots of love. This time May Archer takes us on another great journey to an idyllic town full of quirky and interesting characters, a bit of drama and lots of love. This time it's a very well developed second chance story with two funny MCs full of unique treats that make the reader like them from the start, in all their imperfection. May Archer is a master of creating interesting people we meet in interesting stories and The Fire is not an exception to that rule. Strong 4,5 stars for this one....more
This is not a story. This is not a romance. This is a journey. A heartbreaking, breathtaking, cry - inducing, emotional journey Sophia soames takes yoThis is not a story. This is not a romance. This is a journey. A heartbreaking, breathtaking, cry - inducing, emotional journey Sophia soames takes you on with 4 unique, amazingly developed characters. There are so many emotions in this book, so many individual points of view! On top of it all, vividly details realism that sucks you in and doesn’t allow to put the book down. Angsty reads are my favorite, because there is nothing like those moments when you heart speeds up over words you just wrote and your breath is stuck in your throat. I had this with this book. Many times. I would give it 10 stars if I could.
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I really really liked the story! Nothing like a sassy and snarky omega to put his alphas in place! All the characters were really easy to like and I lI really really liked the story! Nothing like a sassy and snarky omega to put his alphas in place! All the characters were really easy to like and I liked the focus of the story. No unnecessary scenes and characters, just the trio with some outside help. A great read :)
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I love the whole series and it does not surprise me that I absolutely love the finale! It was great to visit with the guys and see what's up. As all thI love the whole series and it does not surprise me that I absolutely love the finale! It was great to visit with the guys and see what's up. As all the other books, the characters were awesome, snarky and vivid as always :D ...more
Did you ever get a gift wrapped in several layers of paper or put in several boxes? And all excited, you get to peel all the layers to get to the giftDid you ever get a gift wrapped in several layers of paper or put in several boxes? And all excited, you get to peel all the layers to get to the gift itself? THIS is what reading this book felt like! I loved the twists and turns of the story, the characters that were so complex and so vividly presented. I even loved the fact that I couldn't help but dislike one of the MCs for most of the book! In a package of a book you receive an amazingly riveting story that will make you question everything at every turn. Tricia Owens did an awesome job with this one!...more
A Sugar Daddy secret agent plus Sugar Baby with a sassy mouth. I absolutely and totally loved this story! The characters were complex and amazingly porA Sugar Daddy secret agent plus Sugar Baby with a sassy mouth. I absolutely and totally loved this story! The characters were complex and amazingly portrayed, with their emotions on full display to the reader. All the world building and secondary characters only added to the charm of the story and overall experience. I look forward to the next chapters in this series and more OMNI Corp goodness! :) ...more
It's a big courage to approach a "controversial" kink and make it into a book. It's a great skill to write a book so interesting, so hot and at the saIt's a big courage to approach a "controversial" kink and make it into a book. It's a great skill to write a book so interesting, so hot and at the same time so respectful! JJ Harper did an awesome job approaching the topic of men in lingerie and daddy doms, shaping a story of two fascinating men. Their story is not always pretty, easy and full of roses and unicorns. But their story is very realistic and described with uncanny attention to the kink depiction. No exaggeration or cheap scandal seeking. Loved it :)...more
Another meeting with Reggie, August and Kyle, another great story to read :) The author does a great job juggling the characters, giving them unique tAnother meeting with Reggie, August and Kyle, another great story to read :) The author does a great job juggling the characters, giving them unique traits and characteristics, while still managing to convey a plot that pulls the reader in. And all of that takes place in a very well described world that is as important as the MCs themselves....more
Two best friends whose ways and ambitions went separate ways. Two men learning that to truly love means to accept not only what we have in common, butTwo best friends whose ways and ambitions went separate ways. Two men learning that to truly love means to accept not only what we have in common, but also what we see differently. Two men against the world (or at least an island), fighting for much more than just themselves. I absolutely loved the take the author chose for this trope. Both MCs and all the other people in the book were awesome and very well fitted into the story. There was plenty of laughter, there were some glassy eyes. There was great time had reading this book :) A very strong 4* rating :)...more
Another chance to meet Isamu and Brian, an amazing couple with an age gap to surprise people and enough love to conquer every obstacle. Once again VL LAnother chance to meet Isamu and Brian, an amazing couple with an age gap to surprise people and enough love to conquer every obstacle. Once again VL Locey delivered a riveting story on perfectly imperfect people, made all the better thanks to an array of secondary characters that make it even more beautiful. What I love most about this couple is that they accept each other's flaws and imperfections. As it should be :)...more
Another installment of the dragon riders' adventures that did not disappoint :) Slash, a.k.a. Christian, and Eeli were a very cute couple and I loved Another installment of the dragon riders' adventures that did not disappoint :) Slash, a.k.a. Christian, and Eeli were a very cute couple and I loved getting to know them. As with the other books, the world building and the characters were on point and worked perfectly together. There was laughter, ironic eye - rolls and tears. All you need for a good story :)
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