A moment of silence please for this absolute stunner of a cover. Going into this book, I knew”Flowers are better than people.”
3.5 stars rounded to 4.
A moment of silence please for this absolute stunner of a cover. Going into this book, I knew that Julie Soto is a fanfic darling, but I hadn’t experienced her writing for myself. Pleased to report that this was a wonderful traditionally published debut!
The drama behind the celebrity wedding in the present tense, the visuals my mind conjured when the floral meetings were described, and Elliot just being *cough* Elliot were all strong aspects of the novel. I haven’t read many romance novels with a wedding planning setting, and it was fun getting to experience the ins and outs of what goes on behind the scenes, while also seeing Ama and Elliot’s creative genius at play. The narrators for the audiobook are fabulous, and the steam is ...more
"If you leave me here," I said, "I'll tarnish our family name so completely you won't be able to keep it out of the press."
WHEW!
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Let me tell you"If you leave me here," I said, "I'll tarnish our family name so completely you won't be able to keep it out of the press."
WHEW!
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Let me tell you something: when Shelly and I were approved for this arc, we immediately dropped everything we were currently reading and commenced on an epic buddy read that mostly consisted of sending priest gifs back and forth:
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Being the taboo/forbidden book that Lessons in Sin is, it certainly won't be for everyone, but it's fair to note that, while the relationship isn't something that most people would condone in real life due to the position of authority that Magnus has over Tinsley, she is 18 and of age. Also? No one, and I mean no one writes forbidden, taboo romance like Pam Godwin.
If you enjoy dark romance, you should just go into this blind and enjoy the ride. The slow burning build between Magnus and Tinsley is positively delicious, and gives the story a sexy vibe, rather than a creepy one. If you're a fan of the Midnight Dynasty collection of stories, you'll see some familiar faces throughout, but if you haven't read those, don't worry; this book can be read as a complete standalone. If you're looking for a super sexy read that is unputdownable, you NEED this one.
*Many thanks to Candi Kane PR for my review copy....more
I highly recommend reading the prequel novella, Fate's Demand, before starting this first book of the duet. It's free on kindle, and wasHappy Pub Day!
I highly recommend reading the prequel novella, Fate's Demand, before starting this first book of the duet. It's free on kindle, and was previously published in the One More Step anthology.
“Fate had destined our union. It’s a deal for my city and for your life. You may be an angel, but I’m the devil. Never forget that.”
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Everett "Rett" Ramses is sex on a stick. That's it. That's the review.
Kidding. But if you combine that with the humid, magical atmosphere of New Orleans, some suspenseful plot involving rival crime families, and lots of steamy scenes, you definitely want in on this new duology. If your life was on the line, would you make a deal with the devil? I'd like to think any of us, if put in a compromising position where someone was trying to kill us might make the same choice. This book is a wild ride that follows said decision, but please note this does end in a cliffhanger and the story will be resolved in the next installment, Angel's Promise. Luckily, we won't have to wait long!
*Many thanks to Wildfire Marketing for my review copy....more
This was exactly what I needed this week, and it felt so good to binge something in less than 24 hours. A light, entertaining journey that helped me tThis was exactly what I needed this week, and it felt so good to binge something in less than 24 hours. A light, entertaining journey that helped me travel in my mind while my body was grounded here at home. I can see why Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland have such a loyal following. Thanks Shelly for the recommendation!...more
I do hate him. Part of me hates him, but the other part can't stop thinking of him. The feel of his body. The shine of his smile in"I should hate him.
I do hate him. Part of me hates him, but the other part can't stop thinking of him. The feel of his body. The shine of his smile in the moonlight. And the look on his face when I asked him about that pearl. It seems like a million years ago, but that flash of longing won't get out of my head. I still want to ask him about that. I still need to know."
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A Deal with the Devil picks up exactly where The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea left off, right in the middle of an action scene. Please note that this book cannot be read as a standalone, as this book builds off of what the first book set up initially. Book 2 in the Devil trilogy spends a good bit of time giving us Poseidon's back story, and really helps the reader feel for him and his brothers for the time they spent on the farm as kids. I'm unaware how much of this information is shared in his brother's own trilogies, but for me, this was all new information. We get to see Ashley and Poseidon's relationship grow and strengthen as well, and boy is it a steamy process. There are many twists and turns along the way, and while we do receive another cliffhanger at the end of this book, it didn't feel as unbearable as with the previous book, so we are thankful for these little blessings. Another solid entry to the series, and I look forward to seeing how it all concludes in the final book!
*Many thanks to CandiKane PR for my review copy....more
"This isn't just about a hug. This isn't about comfort. This is wrong. I'm not ready to stop. I don't want to. Instead of all that, he oHappy Pub Day!
"This isn't just about a hug. This isn't about comfort. This is wrong. I'm not ready to stop. I don't want to. Instead of all that, he only said one thing and it was enough. Just for a little while."
If this story sounds familiar, it's probably because Just for a Little While was featured in the anthology Stories of September last year. However, even if you've already read this novella over there, this newly re-released version has added material to fill it out a bit more so that it stands on its own.
JFALW features some of my favorite tropes (age gap, student teacher, mild taboo elements as the H is the stepbrother of the h's father), and the steam is absolute fire level. The chemistry and banter between Arabella and Willem builds the tension so well, which I adored, and even though this is a novella with a shorter page count, there isn't an insta-love connection or a rush to get them together. We get to see the game of trying to resist each other, circling the elephant in the room for quite awhile, before being rewarded with a fireworks explosion when they finally give in. My only complaint is seriously that I wish it were longer! I could have read about this gorgeous couple for so much longer, and I look forward to dipping into Fiona's backlist while I wait for her future releases.
*Many thanks to Valentine PR for providing my review copy....more
"Play my game, Lenore," he says into my ear, his voice so low and quiet it feels like it's originating in my skull. "I'll let you win."
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Have you"Play my game, Lenore," he says into my ear, his voice so low and quiet it feels like it's originating in my skull. "I'll let you win."
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to read a grown up version of Twilight, but instead of high school love triangles and anticlimactic finales you get blood play and decent world building? If so, you've come to the right place. I wasn't really sure what to expect when I picked up Black Sunshine, but I do know that the prologue was so gripping and exhilarating that I decided to trust Karina Halle to take me wherever she wanted to, and I'm glad I did. You think you know the typical paranormal romance that features creatures that go bump in the night, but I can guarantee you haven't read vampires like this before.
I know I keep saying this, but I was blown away by the plot here. I've come to find that most times I pick up a PNR, it tends to focus mostly on the romantic relationship at hand and the sequences that forward the plot tend to fall in the backseat. Not so here; the author has created a bountiful, complex world, complete with captivating vampire history, other types of supernatural aspects, and even diverse gender identity inclusion.
Please note, there are many content warnings here, including blood play, gore, dubious consent (which will make sense to the reader in context, but please note in case this is a hard pass), cutting, and bondage. If you're squeamish with blood, this book does not shy away from those depictions, and if you're looking for sparkling vampires, you won't find those here. Also, it appears this may not be the last we see of this world, which makes my heart so happy as I adored Solon and Lenore, but if you are wanting to read this as a standalone, the closure provided works well for those who want to end their journey with book one.
*Many thanks to Valentine PR for providing my review copy....more
If the title looks familiar, this is an updated version of a previously released novel by the author. This edition Me, while reading this book:
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If the title looks familiar, this is an updated version of a previously released novel by the author. This edition features tighter editing and updated content, so if you've read the original version, you might still be interested in seeing how far the story has come.
Hunter is a renown poker player and a bit of a play boy, and is the object of Elizabeth/Libby's unrequited affection. Libby finds herself in a bit of a pickle when she feels responsible for helping her friend Carter pay for his impending medical treatments, so Libby finds a creative way to help cover those expenses. The story that follows is full of mystery, suspense, and straight up fire level steam. I don't want to say too much, because most of the fun is letting that suspense build and wondering what the outcome of Hunter and Libby's investigation unfurls, but know that this is a fast paced novel of romantic suspense that will be tough to put down once it gets going. There are quite a few characters, but the beauty of the large cast is that there are three more books in the series that we get to explore while featuring some of the minor characters as well. A truly fun read!
*Many thanks to the author for providing my review copy....more
"I dream about angels with white robes and talons for hands. They scratch at me, angry, accusing. I gasp against the pain. Flames lick at my skin. And"I dream about angels with white robes and talons for hands. They scratch at me, angry, accusing. I gasp against the pain. Flames lick at my skin. And all the while there's the voice, low and vibrating with fury. I could have loved you, it says."
*GASP*
After the cliffhanger that Private Property left us with, I have been salivating in getting my hands on the next installment of the Rochester trilogy. For those new to this series, it is a Jane Eyre type of retelling, and the modern gothic atmosphere mixed with the steamy tension between Beau and Jane. Aside from the romance, we have this building suspense regarding Beau's brother and sister-in-law, plus the beauty of seeing more vulnerability from our main characters as they start to work through some of the issues they have acquired from major trauma. Once again, we're left with a jaw dropping, twisty, cliffhanger, and I cannot wait to get my paws on the final installment of the trilogy!
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*Many thanks to Valentine PR for providing my review copy....more
I'm a simple gal. If you tell me there is a Hades and Persephone retelling written by Katee Robert available for request via NetGalley, I will run dowI'm a simple gal. If you tell me there is a Hades and Persephone retelling written by Katee Robert available for request via NetGalley, I will run downstairs in my shower cap and towel to request it immediately. ...more
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