Read my reviews of the previous books in the Aster Valley series: Winter Waites (#0.5)Right as Raine (#1)Sweet as Honey (#2)Hot as Heller (#3) Lennox saved the best for last in this sweet romance series that centers on a small ski town in Colorado. This particular installment leans heavily into certain romance tropes, such as "best friends to lovers" … Continue reading Book Review: Thick as Thieves (Aster Valley #4) by Lucy Lennox
Book Review: Flying Blind by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
I loved the progression of the relationship between January and Hawk in this book. It boils down to “one-night stand” to “sexy weekend fling” to “casually meeting up across the country” to “oops, I think we’re dating” to “okay, I guess we’re in love and all-in now.” This arc includes plenty of highs and lows, … Continue reading Book Review: Flying Blind by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
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: Wrecked by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
The first half or so of this book is an emotional sucker punch. It left me, dare I say, a bit wrecked. Even if emotional angst is your jam, have some tissues handy. However, all the pain is worth it as the authors slowly reveal the full story of estranged husbands Beckett and Skyler. The … Continue reading Book Review: Wrecked by Jodi Payne & B.A. Tortuga
March Wrap-Up & April Goals
Can't talk about books without a shelfie I'll get to my writing progress in a bit, but first I want to talk about reading! (You know, that thing I do instead of writing.) I have two bits of news on that front. On the website: I updated the Book Reviews page so that multiple search … Continue reading March Wrap-Up & April Goals
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: Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall
This book isn’t usually the Regency romance we get, but it is absolutely one we deserve. I giggled so much while reading this delightful story that the spouse thought I was losing my mind. As usual, Hall’s excellent use of language in both the narrative and dialogue of this tale elevated it from potential massive … Continue reading Book Review: Something Fabulous by Alexis Hall
Book Review: Dark Space Series by Lisa Henry
This post includes reviews of the books in the Dark Space series: Dark Space (#1)Darker Space (#2)Starlight (#3) Dark Space (Dark Space #1) Me, before reading this book: I’m sure this will be a fun science fiction romance with some alien tech shenanigans!Me, at about 90% through this book: Don’t mind me, I’m just sobbing … Continue reading Book Review: Dark Space Series by Lisa Henry
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: Bound to Fall by Jaime Samms
The easiest takeaway from this book to start this review is that it is extremely long—but it's one of those stories that supports its weight and deserves every scene. The most difficult takeaway is that this is truly a tale of redemption, like it says on the tin. Redemption is not the same as a … Continue reading Book Review: Bound to Fall by Jaime Samms
Book Review: Doll Parts (The Game #4) by Cara Dee
Read my reviews of the previous books in The Game series: Top Priority (#1)Their Boy (#2)Breathless (#3) This book is a very different type of story from the previous installments in this series, but it definitely follows the same theme Dee laid out from the very beginning. Love and kink can be completely entwined in … Continue reading Book Review: Doll Parts (The Game #4) by Cara Dee
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: Unseen (Rath & Rune #2) by Jordan L. Hawk
Read my review of the first book in the Rath & Rune series, Unhallowed. We return to Widdershins to continue the quest set up by the events in the first book. Sebastian and Ves, though still retaining their jobs at the Ladysmith Museum library, have the blessing of Head Librarian Mr. Quinn to seek out … Continue reading Book Review: Unseen (Rath & Rune #2) by Jordan L. Hawk
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
February Wrap-Up & March Goals
Remember how we all hoped that 2022 would be more chill than 2020/21? Yeah, that was hilarious. I'm side-eyeing a lot of what's going on in the world right now, along with some people's reactions to it. But all I can really do is focus on making the world a better place in my small … Continue reading February Wrap-Up & March Goals
Con Report: Farpoint 2022
Last weekend, the TARDIS (my electric car) finally fulfilled the mandate for which it was originally purchased -- it drove me to a convention! Said convention was only 30 minutes away from my house, so I commuted rather than staying at the hotel, but it was absolutely awesome to attend my first in-person con in … Continue reading Con Report: Farpoint 2022
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: Devil’s Dance (Rebel Kings MC #1) by Garrett Leigh
Is it possible for a motorcycle club (MC) president to be a cinnamon roll? If Cam had been born into any other life, he absolutely would be. Even the sharp edges he does have due to his position are there more for automatic defense than because he has any desire to be a villain. I … Continue reading Book Review: Devil’s Dance (Rebel Kings MC #1) by Garrett Leigh