a more detailed trigger warning will be at the bottom of this review, to avoid spoilers A side character is involv(I received an ARC for this book)
a more detailed trigger warning will be at the bottom of this review, to avoid spoilers A side character is involved in a dangerous situation while at work, as well as having an overstepping boss
When Duncan needs to replace his nanny, Riley becomes his life’s missing puzzle piece. It wasn’t a question, they were both instantly infatuated. But the right thing to do was to be professional. That proved to be difficult for them both! I instantly loved Duncan as a dad, and I was so excited for Riley and Jeremy to bond. (And I was not disappointed!) It was so easy to enjoy Riley as a character! I could understand Duncan’s need to be in her orbit. They may have had a difference in age. But it wasn’t in number, it was in their stages of life. But Riley fit right into every part of Duncan and Jeremy’s lives. It just made sense! Definitely wasn’t just a kids on the playground kinda crush! Duncan was supportive, understanding. The steady Riley needed in her life. And she was the sunshine Duncan needed in his. It felt cheesy at times, but it was so feel good and easy to love! I loved getting more time with the Sterling brotherly bond, and I’m looking forward to more!
My Favorite Quotes: • “I'm sure of what I want. You. I want you.” • “You're the only one I want in my bed.” • “I still want you. I need you." • “You belong with me." • “You’re everything, to me.” • “Let go, beautiful. I need to see you come apart."
7/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 4/10 Forced Proximity 3/10 Instalove 9/10 Single Parent 6/10 The CEO Type 4/10 Workplace Romance 7/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: A side character is involved in a dangerous situation while at work that involves being held at knife point, as well as having an overstepping boss who shows up at her home. ...more
While this book is an interconnected standalone, the previous books are in many ways connected and recommended re(I received an ARC for this book)
While this book is an interconnected standalone, the previous books are in many ways connected and recommended reading!
Trigger Warnings include: mafia related violence on page including torture, death (including that of a parent); mentions of cancer, off-page abuse, (consensual) somnophilia
I don’t appreciate the ugly crying, but lord do I love this family and their loved ones! I think ‘attached’ is the best way to describe my love for this series. I knew going into this one we weren’t going to get a break from pain, that would be too easy on my heart! Lane is the newest member of this found family. And he comes at just the right time. When Raiden and Alton need him most. He’s their second chance, the glue their hearts need. Lane was also the voice of reason in other ways, too. No wonder Jordan likes him so much…but I won't say more on that topic…Speaking of Boss Man! His soft side was definitely showing in this one, and I loved every second of it! Lane, Raiden, and Alton each have something to work through, but they have each other. And even though it isn’t easy, they don’t give up. They’re each care givers, protectors in their own ways. And there is such a beautiful vulnerability between them! I have always loved the way this author weaves her stories together. Her big, beautiful world filled with men who will stop at nothing for their loved ones, and those they love.
My Favorite Quotes: • “My fire is spoken for, and my men don't like to share.” • “It makes me hot just thinking about him spilling blood.” • “You belong. Don’t make me beg.” • “You’re dangerous.” “You have no idea of the things I can do.” • “I’m not sure who to be with you. You mix me up inside.” • “So I’ll get two dicks instead of one? Not a bad deal if you ask me.” • “We want you with us.” • “We don’t want to do this without you.” • “I can’t lose either of you.” • “Take me, use me, make me forget anything but us.” • “Being with you is a risk I’ll gladly take.” • “We’ll give you everything.” • “I didn’t know love could be this big.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 3/10 Age Gap 9/10 Mafia Romance 6/10 Tearjerker 7/10 Workplace Romance 8/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: This novel contains themes and discussions related to mental health, including anxiety, (I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: This novel contains themes and discussions related to mental health, including anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, and on page therapy. There is an ailing parent (discussions of onset dementia, verbal abuse and threats)
Oh Mr. Carter McCord….I don’t know what I did to deserve you, or that woman you’re obsessed with. Especially that woman! Because Sophia?! She flew to the top of my FMC crush list. My bisexual flag was aggressively waving throughout this entire book! The first two books of this series are definitely on my all time favorites list. But this one?! My favorite of the series! I was not prepared for Carter’s softness. I also wasn’t ready for his self-awareness and his vulnerability to share it. But of course, he is a McCord. The obsession. The “coincidences” to get his way. And when he calls her his future wife during their first date?! Yes please, thank you!!! That man had me crying laughing from giddy joy. Their flirting, jabbing. It was all so perfect! I knew right away that Sophia was a future McCord woman, no doubt about that. But her badass-ery at the end?! It was impossible to not love her! I don’t know who’s more of a puddle, me or Carter! Toss in the healthy focus and discussions about aging, and continuous open communication about sex and desires, pure perfection!!
Genuinely annoyed at the number of low ratings on this book just because a woman is sexually dominant over a “powerful” man. Why is it so bad that she calls him a good boy, and he WANTS an older woman to take control!? Flabbergasted that people are that judgmental. This is a real dynamic in the real world. Not sure why it’s always looked down upon. If you aren’t comfortable in the D/s fictional world, just say that. There’s no reason to punish the author and book for your own choices.
My Favorite Quotes: • “I’m working on myself so my baggage doesn’t become everybody else’s burden.” • “Anything you asked. Anything you wanted. I’d blow up my whole life for one night with you. And if I thought you’d give me more than that, I’d blow up the whole f!cking world.” • “I’d get on my knees and beg you for anything you asked. Anything. Name it.” • “You’re adorable.” “Like a kitten?” “No. Like a good boy whose gorgeous face I want to see buried between my thighs.” • “I’m completely enamored.” • “Any man who would fail to treat you like the queen you are is not only stupid, but beyond contempt.” • “For as long as you want me, I’m yours.” • “You’re so f!cking hot when you get mad.” • “I could look at you every day for the rest of my life.” • “You’re part of the family now. Your problems are our problems. And we’re going to solve them.” • “All of me is yours.”
8/10 Dirty Birdy 7/10 Age Gap 7/10 Single Parent 7/10 The CEO Type 8/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: mentions of jail time, murder, death during childbirth, an alcoholic parent (including an incident of “mistaken bed” involvinTrigger Warnings include: mentions of jail time, murder, death during childbirth, an alcoholic parent (including an incident of “mistaken bed” involving a child), loss of loved ones, suicide; descriptions of an abusive parent (on page incidents), abusive relationship (none of the abusive involved occurs between MCs)
Sterling Falls holds a special place in my heart. And that place grows with each book. But Cortland and Valentine have officially taken up the most room. A lot of that has to do with the fact that they NEED that room because of all the pain and heartbreak that comes with them! (Also, a lot of that has to do with the fact that I am already so attached to the Sylver family.) Cort and Vale are stuck between a rock and a hard place. They have a past that has left scars for the last decade. And to make matters worse, their families are basically mortal enemies. So should they really be trying to mend the broken fence between them if their yards are destroyed? However, fate steps in. He’s coaching her son’s baseball team, and she becomes his massage therapist. Vale may be willing to fight against fate, but Cort is willing to risk everything to swim against the current. I wasn’t prepared for the open wounds, and neither were they. I love their hearts, their bond, their NEED to take care of each other. Even if it hurts.
BECAUSE of my love for these characters/the Sylver family, I would have loved the expected and necessary conversion to end and heal the feud between families. But with Stone up next, I’m happy to wait and see how it properly unfolds!
Little Bee: 30
My Favorite Quotes: • “I like having your hands on me.” • “Look at you. My sweet bee. Dripping. Desperate. Taking this wand like a queen.” • “Let me be your plaything. Use me for your needs.” • “Not gonna stop until you soak my face, honeybee. Until you’re dripping on my tongue and clenching on my fingers.” • “I forgive you. I forgive us.” • “I want to be a little scared. With you.” • “There are lots of things I want to give you. All of them in person.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 6/10 Age Gap 7/10 Brother’s Ex-BFF 2/10 Enemies to Lovers 5/10 Forbidden 9/10 Second Chance 8/10 Single Parent(s) 5/10 Slow Burn 3/10 Sports Romance 8/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: mention of murder and jail time, death during childbirth, an alcoholic parent, loss of loved ones,
This is a quick intro to CTrigger Warnings include: mention of murder and jail time, death during childbirth, an alcoholic parent, loss of loved ones,
This is a quick intro to Cortland and Valentine from Sterling Touch. Their families are all but mortal enemies thanks to the feud between Cort and Valentine’s oldest brother. There’s a recent divorce, tension, heartache, mutual ignored pining, lack of self control, and then eventual heartbreak. I was already SO ready for their story, but this makes me even more excited! (Spoiler-less Update: I read Sterling Touch and WOW!)
My Favorite Quotes: • “If I slipped my hands in your shorts, would I find you dripping? Greedy? Ready for me?” • “Oh God.” “Just Cort, baby.”
Trigger Warnings include: gun violence that results in death, police involvement that includes raids, child abando(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: gun violence that results in death, police involvement that includes raids, child abandonment, selfish parenting including money manipulation, breeding kink, c!ckwarming
Big, grumpy biker...who is a girl dad...who falls for his nanny?! This is exactly what I needed from Midnight! Also, I firmly believe this series is my comfort MC family. I spent a LOT of time having all kinds of emotional reactions to what was going on. Midnight did the opposite of his usual (but that doesn’t mean I was surprised by it!) and saved the innocent girl the moment she walked into the clubhouse. Lainey has sass, grit, strength, confidence, resilience, and mother bear instincts. And I loved her more with every page! These two were bound to happen, they both knew it. The club knew it. His girls knew it. I knew it! I mean, the guy let her borrow his jacket, gave her a road name upon meeting her, and let her on the back of his bike. And we ALL know in MC talk what that means. I never questioned it, but the moment this man bought her patio furniture I knew for certain he was never letting her go. There’s PLENTY of MC drama going on, and while this is a standalone, the drama bleeds through each book. I’m emotionally attached to book 2, but this one is hands down my favorite of the series. And definitely a top favorite from these authors!
My Favorite Quotes: • “You could tempt a saint.” • “You will do as I say, won’t you, good girl?” • “I’ll take care of you. Be a good girl.” • “Strip and get on the bed on your hands and knees. I want your hands gripping the backboard. Don’t you dare move.” • “She’s…everything I didn’t know I wanted.” • “Take my c!ck like a good girl.” • “I don’t want to ever be without my home ever again.” • “I want you. I want your c!ck inside of me. I want to feel your c!m running down my legs.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 6/10 Age Gap 6/10 Forced Proximity 10/10 Single Parent 6/10 Slow Burn 5/10 Workplace 8/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: a loved one with cancer, death of a parent, violence, torture, murder, kidnapping, sex t(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: a loved one with cancer, death of a parent, violence, torture, murder, kidnapping, sex trafficking discussed on page (included a first hand POV of the situation), sexual assault mentioned on page, physical assault, stalking and inappropiate thoughts (that begins when the FMC is a minor), drug use; sexual content includes exhibitionism, corruption kink, breeding kink without birth control
Reagan is exactly who Legacy needed in his life. And she came at exactly the right time! Reagan is the innocent new nanny, and Legacy knows she deserves a different life than the one he has to offer. Unfortunately, that would involve letting her go and that’s just not going to happen. (Not that Reagan would let it happen anyway!) She is his little firecracker, and he’s not about to put out her fire! She respected him, understood him, supported him. His love for her is bone deep, loving her becomes an obsession. An obsession that I became obsessed with! Also, is there anything sweeter than a rough and tough biker who absolutely melts for his little girl?! I think (I know) this is my favorite couple of the series!
Sweetheart: 30
My Favorite Quotes: • “You’re enough. Maybe you don’t see it. But you’re enough.” • “Are your morals so high you won’t defile the nanny, or are you going to show me what all the fuss is about?” • “Keep running that f!cking mouth. I dare you. There’s nothing I’d like more than to show you exactly what I’ll do if you push me to my breaking point.” • “I’m going to f!cking defile you, sweetheart. Until all you see in the mirror is what I’ve done to you. And you’re going to beg me for it.” • “If I can’t fill your p!ssy, then I’ll fill your throat. Either way, you’re taking me.” • “You don’t deserve what I’m going to do to you. But you’re going to take it, aren’t you?” • “The sweeter you are, the more you make me want to mess you up.” • “I’m better when I’m with you.” • “Your p!ssy is greedy when it’s treated right.” • “I want you to stay. With us. For us. For me.” • “I feel like I’ve been waiting my whole life for you.” • “You’re so pretty when you let me defile you.”
8/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 5/10 Dark Romance 5/10 Forced Proximity 3/10 “Workplace” 9/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: parent with a health condition, mentions of the loss of a family member
Another man obses(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: parent with a health condition, mentions of the loss of a family member
Another man obsessed billionaire written by Kat Singleton! It should go without saying that I LOVE Callahan Hastings! Witnessing him lose his composure and mind when Lucy comes back into his life was yummy every step of the way. He has every intention of keeping her in his life, and she has every intention of saying no. No they can’t exchange numbers. No she can’t work for him. No they can’t be physical. No she can’t like him. And no, he can’t fall in love with her. But Callahan will only take yes for an answer. And what makes that even better?! He always makes sure the yes is on her terms! (Ma’am, when a billionaire offers you things, nothing is inappropriate!) I knew from the start that Callahan would stop at NOTHING to make all her wildest dreams come true! I loved the changes Callahan and Lucy brought to each other’s lives. And the way he truly believed in her?! I’m a goner for this man!! This is the PERFECT example of 'if the billionaire offers it, you take it'! And of course, the icing on top of this perfect cake were the visits from the other men obsessed that Kat has written! TOP TIER Kat Singleton couple!!
Lucy Rae: 11
My Favorite Quotes: • “I get to spend the day with you. My day could never be ruined.” • “I’m dying to know what you taste like.” • “Even if you think this shouldn’t be happening, this thing between us is undeniable.” • “I don’t want to see anyone else but you today.” • “Do I kiss your lips or your p!ssy first? I’m fucking starved for both.” • “Nothing else matters to me, I can promise you that.” • “I’ll stay here all night until you come against my tongue. But I know it won’t be long until you’re moaning my name.” • “Kiss me so you know how good you taste. Then you’ll understand why I might get addicted to having my face between your thighs.” • “Me savoring every f!cking moment of making you mine takes time.” • “Just so you know, anything with you is my thing.” • “You deserve to be spoiled. Will you do me a favor and let me be the one to do it?” • “You’ve ruined me. I need you to know that.” • “I promise to always choose you.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 4/10 Age Gap 3/10 Forced Proximity 8/10 The CEO Type 6/10 Workplace...more
Trigger Warnings include: graphic on page death, torture, and violence involving organized crime; kidnapping, stal(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: graphic on page death, torture, and violence involving organized crime; kidnapping, stalking, and blackmail; arson; physical violence against the FMC (not by MMC); police brutality/violence; mental health and treatments; love of loved ones; gambling and alcohol abuse; sex scenes that inlcude orgasm denial, bondage play including rope and belts, mild impact play, public play, voyeurism, role play including stalker/kidnapper
Oh yes, this is LOVE!!!! Back in Purgatory Falls, back to perfect chaos, back with the Horsemen. Grant Stockton is exactly who I needed him to be! And Dakota!? Exactly who I needed for him!! There’s something so sweet about his protective nature towards Dakota, just because of how much her brother means to him. Which made the strength of his protectiveness transition into something else entirely SO delicious! The tension slow burn, and the teasing, and bantering are PERFECT! I could NOT get enough of it!! Which is great because it was all the time and never ending. (And delicious!) And when things truly got rolling!? Let’s just say Grant shoved Ramsey right out to the way and claimed the Stockton Top Slot! Don’t mess with these Horsemen! I’m already looking forward to being back here!
Hellfire: 31
My Favorite Quotes: • “Watch what you offer up. I’ll take until there’s nothing left.” • “I don’t deserve to watch.” “I want you to watch. I need you to finish me. I want your hands on me when I come.” • “You don’t tell me what to do. You listen, and you obey. Got it?” • “I could f!ck you like this you know. All pretty and tied up in knots. I bet I could make you talk for me.” • “No one compares to you. Not a single solitary soul on this earth, or under it, comes close.” • “Nothing about you is harmless, darlin’.” • “When I close my eyes and dream of all the perfect things I could ask for… it’s you.” • “Oh my god.” “Thought I was the devil.” “Right now, you’re both.” • “I have to figure out how I can balance how much I don’t deserve you with how much I need you. That’s probably gonna take a lifetime and then some, and I don’t know if either of us is ready for it.” • “Your body feels like f!cking sin. I can’t believe how perfect you are. And every perfect inch is mine.” • “That’s right. F!ck me full of you, Cowboy. You feel so f!cking good. Fill me up until you’re leaking down my thighs. I need it. I need you.” • “I need it to be you. You’re my everything.”
8/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 4/10 Brother’s Best Friend 3/10 Forbidden 7/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: references to the death of a parent (past, off-page), a character with Type 1 Diabetes, (I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: references to the death of a parent (past, off-page), a character with Type 1 Diabetes, racing incident (that did not result in injury)
What a perfect F1 romance to read to start the F1 season! Lucas and Charlotte have been secretly harboring crushes on each other for years. But when she decides to join her brother during his racing season, it’s impossible for them to be apart! Thank goodness because I loved every second they were together! Charlotte loves living, and he loves watching her do it. And Lucus loves it even more when he gets to experience life right along with her! The “brother’s best friend” trope reared its ugly head when the dreaded “we can’t do this” moment arose. But have no fear because Lucas Adler swooped in and had an outburst of LOVE to not just apologize, but to make sure she heard him loud and clear! I was absolutely unprepared for this golden retriever’s dirty mouth! Not to mention all the swoony that man created! He never once wanted to dim her sparkled, Lucas always just wanted to watch Charlotte shine.
Kangaroo/Roo: 36
My Favorite Quotes: • “There’s nothing more important than you.” • “You continue to amaze me.” • “I like you so damn much that somewhere along the way, I fell in love with you. And even if you don’t want to be mine, I’ll always be yours.” • “It’s always been you.” • “It’s cute that you think I’d last more than thirty seconds in your mouth.” • “Eyes on me, baby. Need to watch you when you come on my c!ck.” • “I don’t think you realize how f!cking addicted I am to you.” • “I love it when you’re like this. Desperate for me; just how I feel about you all the time. Can’t get enough of you. Want you every second, every day, forever.” • “You do, don’t you? You want to wear yourself out and make a mess all over my c!ck.” • “You’re my everything.” • “I’ll always choose her.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 8/10 Brother’s Best Friend 8/10 Friends to Lovers 6/10 Slow Burn 8/10 Sports Romance 7/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: loss of a loved on/parent, grief, descriptions of domestic abuse and death, low self-wor(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: loss of a loved on/parent, grief, descriptions of domestic abuse and death, low self-worth, a self-deprecating vocal impairment term used by a vocally impaired MC, descriptions of queerphobic speech used by an antagonist, secret infatuation of an adult by a seventeen-year-old, criminal plot elements
note from author Several characters within this work use American Sign Language (ASL). While there are multiple citation suggestions to write ASL dialogue, for the purpose of this work, ASL is written in italics.
This is everything I love about this author’s writing! Characters that are easy to love and get attached to, while I’m guaranteed to get my heart ripped out in the process! And that damage started on page one! Aaron came into Easton’s life during a terrible time. A time in his life when he was definitely not good company, but he welcomed Aaron’s. He wanted (needed) someone to see him as a person, a whole person. And that’s how Aaron saw him. When their paths cross again, being in each other’s life feels exactly right all over again. And this time, the bond is so much stronger. And so importantly beautiful. Aaron was once the caretaker, but now it's Easton’s turn. And there went my heart all over again! Their bubble gets popped…and the PAIN that brought them AND me!! The twists just kept coming!
My Favorite Quotes: • “I could wait for that forever if I get to kiss you like this.” • “I’ve got plenty of nice things I can think to say if you ever want to hear them.” • “I can’t help looking when you smile like that all the time.” • “Do you have any idea how happy you make me?” • “Will you stay?” “I’m not going anywhere.” • “Sometimes being broken just means you’re missing your other piece. I don’t fit anywhere better than with you. I don’t care how tattered our edges are.” • “You don’t ever get to leave me. I love you too much to lose you.” • “What do we do now?’ “Live. And love. Everything else is just background noise.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 6/10 Age Gap 3/10 Forbidden 7/10 Second Chance 6/10 Tearjerker...more
Trigger Warnings include: murder, violence on page, domestic abuse, mental abuse, physical abuse, attempted SA, so(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: murder, violence on page, domestic abuse, mental abuse, physical abuse, attempted SA, someone being drugged, kidnapping, consensual-non consensual, dubious consent, light bondage, cockwarming, somnophillia, primal play, breath play, blood play, snake play
Since Max was too busy (my lips are sealed) we get some personal time with the guys, a glimpse into their pasts and thoughts, and I cannot complain about that!! In the first book of this duet, we have a competition to see who has a bigger claim with “my girl”. But with this one, there’s a much more delicious focus: OUR girl. A bunch of big meanies with soft hearts. Though, soft isn’t the right word. Their hearts are still tough, but they are actually what Max needs. Max and her guys figure out all the little places they fit together. And the best part is they appreciate it. They each value the bonds for what they are. Max has plenty of strength, but having Drew, Adam, and Caine in her corner is a fabulous benefit!
little one killer baby girl
My Favorite Quotes: • “If you want to be desperate for my c!ck, then I’ll make you beg for it.” • “You both can suck my c!ck, just like the perfect little sl!ts you are. You want to share my d!ck with our girl like this?” • “We aren’t going anywhere without you.” • “You’ve never looked sexier than you do with blood on you.” • “I want to be better for you.” • “Give it to be, baby girl. Let them hear how bad you need my mouth on your p!ssy. Make them wish it was theirs.” • “Do you know how much you mean to me that I’m willing to share you?” • “You could ruin my entire life and I would beg you to do it again.” • “Get on your knees like the good little wh!re you are and suck the c!m from this desperate slut.” • “You’re the perfect woman. Perfect for us. Perfect in every way.” • “Use me because I’m yours.” • “It's okay to have feelings. It’s even more okay to admit them.” • “I want to watch you come apart while he f!cks me.” • “If this means something, I want everything you’re going to give me.” • “Come on, baby girl, give it to me or I’m going to force it out of you.”
Trigger Warnings include: mentions of struggling to conceive, breast cancer, the death of a loved one, absentee pa(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: mentions of struggling to conceive, breast cancer, the death of a loved one, absentee parent, drug use (including on page), illegal activities with police involvement, therapy session on page
Jemima’s life is flipped upside, and Harvey Lincoln is ready to mess it up some more! Except this beautiful soul does something even better: he vows to make her life as easy as possible. “How dare the world work against her.” Super hero complex…in a super sweet, super gentle, super swoony kind of way!! I knew from the start that Harvey was going to be my favorite brother if given the chance. And he was given the perfect chance! Falling in love with these two was nonstop for me! It wasn’t easy going (and I don’t blame her!). But Harvey did what he could to remind Jemima that she wasn’t alone, and that she could count on him…man even groveled with his heart! His entire heart! (It was very enjoyable when his brother picked on him for it!)
buttercup: 18
My Favorite Quotes: • “Driving you wild is my new hobby.” • “You’re perfect as you are.” • “Jealousy looks good on you.” • “I’ve never been possessive, but with you, I can't help it.” • “I’m just taking a second to make sure you’re real.” • “I won’t be kissing you again. This time, I will be consuming you.” • “What are you doing?” “Taking what's mine.” • “Calling me your good boy makes me f!cking crazy." "Prove it.” • “So perfect and all mine.” • “I’m not God. Do these fingers feel like God to you? No, they’re my fingers inside you, making you feel good.” • “I’d give you anything.” • “Shut up and f!ck me.” “You got it, baby.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 6/10 Age Gap 5/10 Forced Proximity 7/10 Second Chance 8/10 Single Parent 5/10 Slow Burn 8/10 The CEO Type 5/10 Workplace 7/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: domestic abuse, physical violence (including life threatening), custody dispute, infide(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: domestic abuse, physical violence (including life threatening), custody dispute, infidelity (none of this content is between MCs)
I can’t get enough of these Titans! I was so unprepared (shame on me) for the wringer I was put through! Lucy’s life is flipped upside down, and she was so unprepared for Noah to swoop in and be her knight in shining armor. And by the way, he didn’t SAVE her. He didn’t rudely come in and direct her. He safely gave her the space and support to rediscover herself. (SWOON!) That man had the patience of a saint because nothing was easy, but every second of it was worth it to him. As far as her ex goes, I’m following the cardinal rule: “if you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all”. There was no preparing myself for the suspense element that RIPPED my heart out. I gasped SO loud I could have woken the dead.
My Favorite Quotes: • “Being here with you now has probably been the best part of my night. If you don’t mind, I would like to savor it a little longer.” • “While I can’t promise to make all the pain go away, I can f!ck you so hard that you think of only me for the next few days.” • “You need to be f!cked hard. Lay back so I can take what’s mine.” • “I can help if only you would let me.” • “You need me. Say it, and I’ll give you all of me, and more.” • “I only want and need you.” • “Take what you want, then I will give you what you need.” • “I know I say it a lot, but I need you to know how much I love you.” • “You’re my favorite flavor. I could kiss, lick, and bite every inch of you.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 7/10 Single Parent 5/10 Sports Romance 6/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: a significant amount of commentary on healthcare, death / dying, the very real struggles(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: a significant amount of commentary on healthcare, death / dying, the very real struggles of medical professionals, mention of the death of loved ones, sexual content involving dominance/submission, light degradation, forced orgasm, bondage, anal training, punishment, and role play
Weston Southerland…don’t tell Parker I’m going to say this…but you sir are my favorite of the series! Also, Caroline?! This girl crush is STRONG! Nearly as strong as Caroline is. Especially when it comes to holding a grudge against Wes. But then she gets to experience him as his true self, and that changes the game. Until then, it created such a yummy back and forth! And I loved that it didn’t stop when they started opening up. There is not a selfish bone in Wes’s body. Caroline gets to experience that first hand! She truly believed that she didn’t deserve that man. (OUCH!) I loved the journey they went on as he proved that she deserved the love she craved. It was just a beautiful slow burn to allow a safe place to figure out what’s best for them both. And when they got there?! The perfection of this match up!!
Princess: 55
My Favorite Quotes: • “You know, you’re kind of hot when you boss me around.” • “That’s my good girl. I knew you could beg for me.” • “Wrap those pretty lips around my fingers and taste how addicting you are. Taste how truly and utterly f!cked I am.” • “If you think for a second that I’m going to touch another woman when I have a chance with you, you’re delusional.” • “Thank you for leaving the porch light on.” • “You ground me.” • “I want to see how much of a soaked little slt you are.” • “I want to watch that perfect pssy come while you swallow me down.” • “You’re that person. You’re my person.” • “You are the only thing we need.” • “I knew you could be a good boy for me.” • “Let me finally feel you. Let me finally own you.” “You already do.” • “You’re going to keep my c!ck warm with this wet little p!ssy until I feel you come.”
8/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 3/10 Enemies to Lovers 4/10 Forced Proximity 4/10 Second Chance 8/10 Single Parent 8/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: custody battle, mentions of an alcohol parents
What do you mean a billionaire nerd that w(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: custody battle, mentions of an alcohol parents
What do you mean a billionaire nerd that wears glasses falls into instant obsession with a boss b!tch single mom, and I’m supposed to be totally calm about it?! Logan flirts with a jack and coke in hand, and Maeve falls for it hook, line, and sinker holding her own jack and coke. (I knew right then that I loved them.) Maeve is too stubborn to let him in, which makes his attempts to change her mind so SO good! And then, she’s thrown a curve ball and Logan doesn’t even hesitate to be the best support system! (More swooning!!!) I had so much fun with these characters! And getting to spend time with Logan bonding with little Jayce was so precious!
My Favorite Quotes: • “I couldn’t stop wondering what it would be like to make you scream and come apart underneath me.” • “I’ll always care for you.” • “One of these days you’re going to realize I know I don’t have to. But I want to.” • “If I’m in bed with you, I can’t promise that I’ll be a gentleman.” • “I don’t want to be scared anymore.” • “The next time I feel you wrapped around my c!ck, I want it to be in our bed." • “You’re in control. What do you want?” • “Let me watch you come.” • “F!ck me from behind. F!ck me until I scream.” • “You better not scream when I f!ck this pretty p!ssy.” • “Are you going to swallow my c!m like a good wife?”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 5/10 Fake Relationship 6/10 Marriage of Convenience 7/10 The CEO Type 8/10 Single Parent 3/10 Workplace Romance...more
Trigger Warnings include: past rape and sexual assault (implied with words describing sounds, smells, feelings but(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: past rape and sexual assault (implied with words describing sounds, smells, feelings but avoiding the act itself), violence, self-harm (FMC pokes her thigh with a needle as a coping mechanism; no drugs), bullying by colleagues, PTSD, light BDSM, degradation
THE PAIN!!!! This has easily become my favorite book by this author! I already had a favorite MMC by her…but Charles has swooped in and shoved him right outta the way to claim my heart! Back to the pain…cause boy was there a LOT of it! We get it right from the beginning. And then as everything unfolds (slowly of course), it kept on stacking onto the pile of OUCH! Charles’s “who did this to you?” vengeance was contagious! I would help him burn the world for Taylor! Through the pain was beauty. Because of the pain there was beauty. (Not that it made it hurt any less!) Also, there’s a sprinkle of BDSM/dominance and…wow. (Maybe Charles becoming my favorite shouldn’t be a surprise.) The billionaire and his black cat ballerina. Beautiful.
minx: 54
My Favorite Quotes: • “Oh God.” “No. It’s Charles. Call my name when you’re with me. Scream it. Moan it.” • “Let me in.” • “You and I both wear masks—yours are made of fire and mine of ice. What would it feel like if we take them off…together?” • “You’re okay. Safe with me. Always.” • “Let’s fall into madness together.” • “If it could be anyone, it would be you.” • “I’m awestruck by you. Floored by you each day.” • “No one gets to have this moment except us.” • “Yes, I need this.” “Good. Now kneel.” • “You’ll be the death of me, my little c!m sl!t. You’re such a good girl, kneeling before me, taking your Sir’s c!ck like you were born to do that. I’ll f!cking give you my c!m, my naughty ballerina.” • “My perfect, beautiful ballerina is now my dirty c!m sl!t made for me, to be used by me, to be pleasured by me.”
7/10 Dirty Birdy 4/10 Age Gap 3/10 Enemies to Lovers 4/10 Forced Proximity 6/10 Slow Burn 7/10 The CEO Type 4/10 Workplace 7/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: violence on page, domestic abuse, abuse of a child (referenced), stalking, non-con, CNC,(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: violence on page, domestic abuse, abuse of a child (referenced), stalking, non-con, CNC, dub-con, somnophillia, primal play, breath play involving a snake, light bondage
I knew within the first couple of chapters that this book, these characters, were going to do a number on me. And I was totally welcoming of it!! And it’s just the beginning! These men are walking red flags, but boy do they look green to me! So what if they’re possessive and obsessive…they’re also protective and attentive. Cameras to keep Max safe, popping in to check on her. Wonderful men! My love for Caine came first, and instant. But it’s Max I love the most! I love that she’s equally snappy and snarky with each of them. Especially as they each develop the same affliction: being intrigued by her very existence. The obsession was addicting and I loved every second of it. I love that this book focused on the characters figuring each other out, getting to experience them as people before the outside world barges in.
little one: 24 killer: 36 baby girl: 17
My Favorite Quotes: • “So desperate to be used like a pathetic f!cktoy, aren’t you?” • “You like this don’t you? You like the fact that I’m taking whatever the f!ck I want from you and there’s not a damn thing you can do about it?” • “Every time you run, I’m going to catch you. And when I do, I’m going to do whatever I want with you.” • “I’m going to f!ck this pretty little p!ssy tonight, and you may tell me no, but we both know how badly you want it.” • “I want to see how f!cking pretty you look falling apart for me.” • “You wanted this, so you’re going to get it how we want to give it.” • “I’m going to make it all better and you’re going to swallow my d!ck in that tight little c!nt, aren’t you? Going to show me what a good sl!t you are for us?” • “Doesn’t matter if you tell me no, because you’re mine. Mine to do with as I want. Mine to take. Mine to f!ck. Mine to share.” • “Keep your eyes on me while they fill you.” • “You like being a helpless little thing, don’t you? You like when you’re chased through the forest and held down. You like when I hold your life in my hands.” • “We’re going to do whatever we want to your body tonight, and you’re going to let us.” • “I didn’t think I could share you, but G!ddamn do you look good with his c!ck inside you.” • “You’re the one thing I can’t f!cking replace.”
8/10 Dirty Birdy 5/10 Age Gap 5/10 Dark Romance 7/10 Enemies to Lovers 7/10 Sports Romance 8/10 Series
Trigger Warnings include: mentions of the loss of loved ones, grief, therapy, cancer, pharmaceutical intervention,(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: mentions of the loss of loved ones, grief, therapy, cancer, pharmaceutical intervention, alcohol, smoking (with the intentions of quitting), absent and alcoholic parents, a character receives medical care and treatment after a physical attack, threats of violence and gunfire on page, robbery, assault on page, homelessness, the foster care system, discrimination because of deafness, MC romance related violence
It’s hard to love anthologies as a whole. Most include authors you’ve never read, and you don’t know if you’ll be stuck with tropes or content you don’t like. But this anthology? This one was easy to love! It had a little bit of everything. And it was always pulling my heartstrings! I did my best to give each one even a short and to the point review, as well as some quick information about each one. Some are full novellas, some are maybe pieces of full length books? (Honestly, I’m not sure) But it doesn’t matter because they all made me too happy to care!
Chords of Destiny by Kaylene Winter busker >new to me author
Alek kept going to watch Hope sing…but couldn't find the courage to talk to her. And when he becomes her knight in shining armor, he becomes a whole different person. Now she’s in his home. That’s the definition of going out of your comfort zone! But then her new comfort zone totally freaks her out! Until he helps her see that this new normal doesn’t have to be scary, he could be the start of something.
My Favorite Quotes: • “We’re in this together.”
Sing for Me by Chelle Bliss local bar scene singer + songwriter
Lucca and Maddy cross paths on a frequent basis and are in the same circles. They have a very obvious connection through music, and it’s easy to feel what that builds for them. He respects the hell out of her, and wants to do what he can to be of assistance. I absolutely would have loved more of them. But goodness this is a perfect tiny story! Just getting to experience them creating music together was plenty enough!
My Favorite Quotes: • “I’m in this with you. There’s no turning back now.” • “Don’t settle for someone who wants to change the things you love doing the most.” • “If there’s one thing I know about you, it’s that you have a tender heart.” • “Sing, baby.”
Song In Silence by Stacey Marie Brown female drummer + guitarist >new to me author >enemies to lovers >secret crush
This one hurt. It’s got an abrupt ending though, so maybe it’s a part of something bigger? Echo, along with her bandmates, are struggling after a loss. And as is the music industry, the greed doesn’t take a break, so they have to fix “the problem”. Which only makes a new problem for Echo. Drix was not the answer…though being added to the band created some questions! He wanted a second chance, she would rather beat him with her drumsticks.
My Favorite Quotes: • “I can’t keep my fucking eyes off you.”
Wild Hope by Mari Carr hobby singer + music producer >new to me author >billionaire >age gap
The universe did everything it could to get Joel and Andi into each other’s lives, including multiple meet cutes. Joel took the hint, and decided he would stop at nothing to be a part of her life! This was never about power or even the money, it was Joel hoping that his privilege to bring Andi at least a little bit of the success and happiness she deserved!
A Dirty Proposal by Jaine Diamond band bodyguard + member of management >new to me author >MC >proposal, their HEA
This is connected…just not sure to what because this is a new author to me. But gotta be honest, I got exactly what I needed out of it! It was sweet, swoony, and there were hints at a rugged past.
Catch My Heart by Helen Hardt vocalist + guitarist >new to me author >enemies to lovers
I had no idea that there was open mic night rivalries, and I am so glad this was how I learned about them! Gunnar and Blaire are both ready for their moment to shine, but they weren’t desperate enough to share the limelight…until they both decided ‘why not’. And then Gunnar became her knight in tight skinny jeans! And honestly, I was NOT prepared for where this story went, but I felt the twist coming in my bones! (Did not stop me from gasping though!)
My Favorite Quotes: • “I’ll always come for you. You’re the sunshine in my rain.”
The Night We Met by Jillian Liota singer >new to me author >instalove >second chance
Madison is taking every day one step at a time with her head held high (and I LOVED her!). Her and Scott have such a beautiful bond! The invisible string between them kept me on the verge of tears for most of the dang story! Scott appreciates her, and the chance the universe has given him. The same appreciation Madi has for finding him.
Rock Encore by Kat Mizera rockstar turned manager + band member’s sister-in-law >age gap >secret identity
Ross has very happily fallen into his secret identity as a band’s manager after spending his younger years in the spotlight as a rockstar. There’s a chance this was connected to another series, maybe even has a fuller version, but I got everything I needed out of this as it was! While I loved the vulnerable connection between Ross and Wynter, I loved the underlying storyline of Ross finding healing and happiness with music.
Eyes on You by Layla Reyne lead singer + bassist >auto-read author! >queer >mental health rep (connections to Perfect Play)
This was the first one I read because this is one of my favorite authors and I was instantly greeted with heartbreak! I then proceeded to swoon SO hard over these characters! Bennett thinks there’s only one option moving forward, and Gino does everything he can to prove they can only be better together. Also, one of my favorite series/couples was mentioned because of a connection, and it seriously made me SO excited to keep reading this anthology! ALL the good vibes!
My Favorite Quotes: • “I’ll get us back, I promise.” • “Don’t ever apologize for how you feel. Especially not to me.” • “There is no music for me without you.” • “I can’t risk you.”
Forever Mine by M. Robinson This is a high school romance, and that’s not something I enjoy reading so I skipped out on this one. But I hear nothing but good stuff about this author!
Connected by Becca Steele drummer + former boyband member >M/M bi-rep >secret identity
Jax may or may not be hiding. And Curtis does more than find him, he sees him! Something no one else has ever managed to do! But that doesn’t make Jax any less scared to fully open himself up to what vulnerability truly means. The shyness was adorable, and I loved the instant connection between them. And when there were smirks involved, I was a goner!
My Favorite Quotes: • “I just want to get to know you, but you don’t owe me anything, okay?” • “I’m gonna take such good care of you.” • “You don’t need to use any lines with me. I’m a sure bet.” • “Whatever you need to do, I’ll support you through it.”
Idolyze by Rachel Van Dyken songwriter producer + kpop singer >second chance
Hills was ready for a new sound, Lyric was very unprepared for Hills to come back into her life. And even though there was some murky water, things were very much professional. And by professional, I mean they respected each other enough to have a conversation. (Nothing better than fabulous communication!)
My Favorite Quotes: • “I’m not sure it’s worth having if you aren’t scared. I’d rather be afraid than not feel anything.” • “I wanted to sweep you off your feet and ended up falling a bit harder.” • “I’ve had a lot of time to think about you.”
The Road to You by Meredith Wild busker >new to me author >small town >billionaire real estate mogul
Baron swooped right into protective mode when he heard Cora sing. She wasn’t ready to give up on her dreams, and he definitely wasn’t about to let her either. There was no saving needed, but Baron did everything he could to make things just a little bit easier for her, because he had the means to bring Cora’s dreams closer into reach.
My Favorite Quotes: • “You can let the world turn you into an ugly, hateful person, or you can keep trying to look for the good. The seeds you water are the ones that grow.” • “I want to see you. Every inch of you.” • “If you leave right now, I’m going to have to follow you.”
Words Like Stardust by Julia Wolf nightclub owner + co-writer >auto-read author! >instalove (connections to Savage U and The Seasons Change)
This was instant love for me. Marco was attracted to Selena’s power and success. And also, her very opposite personality. They were ready for one night, they weren’t prepared for what that night turned into. But the universe was ready though, because they were already set into motion!
mama: 10 My Favorite Quotes: • “Can I have you? All of you?” • “You’re driving me crazy, mama. Love how you’re touching me.” • “I don’t know if I’ll live if I don’t have you.” • “That’s solely between you and me.” • “I want to hear every fucking thing you have to say.” • “I kind of like that you were tearing yourself up over me.” • “I need to be inside you more than anything right now.”...more
Trigger Warnings include: MC related dangers including illegal activities, threats, gun violence and murder, kidna(I received an ARC for this book)
Trigger Warnings include: MC related dangers including illegal activities, threats, gun violence and murder, kidnapping, mention of child abuse
I fell in love with Cala Riley’s writing through their Syndicate mafia series (one of my favorite series of all time!). And then fell head over heels in love with their Lotus MC series. This series is already shaping up to be the perfect mix of the two!! And I am SO excited to spend more time in this world! (I’m sure being from Florida adds to that- even though I now have FOMO.) Alright, time to talk about Gunner and Sloane, and I’ll try to do that without drooling. (My bi-flag is viciously waving in the wind.) Sloane is a spitfire, and I loved every single time she didn’t hold back when it came to Gunner. Poor guy. The tension was so enjoyable! And when Gunner started to melt?! My poor heart! The possessiveness, the jealousy. The protectiveness they had for each other. I’m already so in love with this found family! Getting to spend some time with characters from other/future series was fun too!
Trouble: 58
My Favorite Quotes: • ‘I don’t know which is more attractive, the fact that she knows her way around a motor or the constant lip she gives me.’ • “My good girl. You did so well. Took daddy’s c!ck f!ckin’ perfectly. My good little brat. Daddy is going to make you feel so good now.” • “I mean, buying me dinner is the least you could do after I fed you breakfast this morning.” • “Only good girls get their p!ssies filled.” • “Daddy always takes care of his good girl.” • “There is no one who would love me the way you do.” • “I don’t want to hear a word from you unless it’s moaning my name.” • “Yes, daddy. F!ck me. Use me. I’m your little doll.”
8/10 Dirty Birdy 4/10 Age Gap 6/10 Enemies to Lovers 4/10 Slow Burn 4/10 Workplace 7/10 Series