Book Review: Mad Man (Necessary Evils #5) by Onley James

Read my reviews of the previous books in the Necessary Evils series: Unhinged (Necessary Evils #1)Psycho (Necessary Evils #2)Moonstruck (Necessary Evils #3)Damaged (Necessary Evils #3.5)Headcase (Necessary Evils #4) It would have been so easy for this author to continue the same trend she has established in previous books, of a Mulvaney brother falling into attachment with a new character involved in … Continue reading Book Review: Mad Man (Necessary Evils #5) by Onley James

Book Review: Rearranged (Do-Over #1) by E.M. Denning

One of the best things about following an author on social media is getting to experience the full evolution of a story, from conception to publication. I followed along as Denning mentioned binge-reading all the arranged marriage trope romances she could find and then as she spoke about writing her own. So, it was pretty … Continue reading Book Review: Rearranged (Do-Over #1) by E.M. Denning

Book Review: Working Dogs Series by J.R. Gray

This post includes reviews of the books currently available in the Working Dogs series: Sitting Ducks (#0.5)Scapegoat (#1) Sitting Ducks (Working Dogs #0.5) This novella is available as a free download via Prolific Works as part of the Your Book Boyfriend’s Boyfriend M/M Romance Group Giveaway 2022. This novella is a study in extremes for me. I … Continue reading Book Review: Working Dogs Series by J.R. Gray

Book Review: Legends of Lobe den Herren Series by A.J. Sherwood

This post includes reviews of the books in the Legends of Lobe den Herren series: Fourth Point of Contact (#1)Zone of Action (#2) Fourth Point of Contact (Legends of Lobe den Herren #1) Sherwood makes some interesting worldbuilding decisions that gave me pause at a few points during this story. However, it is obvious that … Continue reading Book Review: Legends of Lobe den Herren Series by A.J. Sherwood

Book Review: Tending Tyler (Lone Star #1) by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed so much by these authors that it should come as no shock to anyone how sweet I found this book as well. We start in familiar territory (with a special shout-out to one of my favorite subby cowboys), but then this book becomes a major departure from what I’ve read from Payne … Continue reading Book Review: Tending Tyler (Lone Star #1) by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga

Book Review: The Trouble With Trying to Date a Murderer (Murder Sprees & Mute Decrees #1) by Jennifer Cody

I wasn’t sure what I was getting into this book. The cover is typical romance fare, but I went in with a burning curiosity to identify the nicknames and a willingness to embrace a dark comedy. What I got was a delightful paranormal romance featuring a narrator who swept me along with his strong personality. … Continue reading Book Review: The Trouble With Trying to Date a Murderer (Murder Sprees & Mute Decrees #1) by Jennifer Cody

Book Review: Scythe Series by Kiki Clark & E.M. Lindsey

This post includes reviews of books in the Scythe series: Until His Soul Awakens (#0.5)Until His Beginning Ends (#0.6)Until His Last Goodbye (#1) Until His Soul Awakens (Scythe #0.5) by E.M. Lindsey This novella is available as a free download via Prolific Works as part of the Your Book Boyfriend’s Boyfriend M/M Romance Group Giveaway 2022. Note: … Continue reading Book Review: Scythe Series by Kiki Clark & E.M. Lindsey

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Book Review: A Matter of Fact (Two Truths and a Lie #3) by Kate Hawthorne

Read my reviews of the previous books in the Two Truths and a Lie series: A Real Good Lie (#1)A Cold Hard Truth (#2) Disclaimer: I received an electronic ARC of this novel from the author. Though I enjoy both plot- and character-driven fiction, one of my favorite elements of storytelling, no matter the genre, is that … Continue reading Book Review: A Matter of Fact (Two Truths and a Lie #3) by Kate Hawthorne

Book Review: Spring of the Wolf (Seasons of the Lukoi #2) by Iris Foxglove

Read my review of the first Seasons of the Lukoi novel, Winter of the Owl. Every time I think I can’t possibly enjoy the world of this epic fantasy romance series more, the author(s) uncover another stunning layer. In the first book of this series, we’re introduced to the culture of the Lukoi, who are … Continue reading Book Review: Spring of the Wolf (Seasons of the Lukoi #2) by Iris Foxglove

Book Review: Mountain Topped by K.M. Neuhold & Mia Monroe

Sometimes there’s a limit to how many genre tropes you can cram into one book. However, there’s a difference between “too many” and “just enough combined in the right way.” Neuhold and Monroe strike the perfect balance in this book with three unique and compelling characters who also balance each other in the best way. … Continue reading Book Review: Mountain Topped by K.M. Neuhold & Mia Monroe

Book Review: Les’s Bar Series by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga

This post includes reviews of the books in the Les's Bar series: Just Dex (#1)Hide Bound (#2) Just Dex (Les's Bar #1) Original review posted to Goodreads only, July 2021: There's a certain amount of "insta-love" between the characters in this book. However, not all is smooth sailing once they get together in New York … Continue reading Book Review: Les’s Bar Series by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga

Book Review: Winter of the Owl (Seasons of the Lukoi #1) by Iris Foxglove

I came to this series because I’d previously read the Starian Cycle books by the same author, though I did not review them for my blog. Foxglove has created a truly expansive world in that it is not necessary to read the previous books to appreciate anything about this story. The forced-proximity element of this … Continue reading Book Review: Winter of the Owl (Seasons of the Lukoi #1) by Iris Foxglove

Book Review: Shades of Winter (For Everything a Season #1) by E.M. Lindsey

Lindsey is officially the only author I know who can write a “low-angst” book that still leaves me absolutely aching for the characters. Liam and Dante shouldn’t work together, which of course means that they absolutely do. I adored the way this story switches up the traditional bodyguard trope formula by having the characters hook … Continue reading Book Review: Shades of Winter (For Everything a Season #1) by E.M. Lindsey