When Atticus accidentally witnesses Gwen’s private moment, he’s instantly entranced. When fate intervenes again in the form of a business proposal visWhen Atticus accidentally witnesses Gwen’s private moment, he’s instantly entranced. When fate intervenes again in the form of a business proposal vis-à-vis an arranged marriage, he’s all in!
“From the moment you glitter-bombed me, I've been completely fascinated by you. Completely enthralled. Your father might have had other plans, but you are who I wanted. You are my little lioness. All fire and claws. There is nothing sexier. Not to mention I've never met anyone so genuinely selfless. I want you. I picked you. Don't let your father or Lucy or anyone else take that away from you. I would rather spend ten minutes arguing with you than a dozen lifetimes with some vapid, empty socialite. You have cracked my heart in two and nestled in there. I am not the same man without you.”
This was my first Nana Malone read and I’m so glad I finally read her!! These characters really did it for me. Gwen with her tough-as-nails demeanor protecting a gentle heart. And Atticus. Oh my. Atticus. A shark in the business world, instantly possessive of his “wife,” and caretaker to her. He’s a perfect mashup of alphahole and cinnamon roll.
When Zoe Arma’s parents are kìlled in a freak accident, she’s left in the care of their best friend, Liam Ravage.
For years they’ve both struggled witWhen Zoe Arma’s parents are kìlled in a freak accident, she’s left in the care of their best friend, Liam Ravage.
For years they’ve both struggled with the grief, trudging along in the best ways they can. Neither expected to bond over their shared grief nor did they expect for the caretaker role to transform as Zoe grew older.
There was nothing easy about Liam and Zoe’s relationship. While it was hard to watch him struggle with his feelings and the, perceived, wrongness of it, I appreciated that he wasn’t driven solely on emotions or passion. He truly only ever wanted the best for her.
I really loved these two, especially with Zoe as the aggressor. I think they might be my favorite Ravages so far!
Christmas Day changed everything for Royce where Riley was concerned. Grayson, however, was clinging to his hatred, unable to accept anythWicked Minds
Christmas Day changed everything for Royce where Riley was concerned. Grayson, however, was clinging to his hatred, unable to accept anything besides what he thought he knew. Meanwhile, Riley was fortifying herself for the future.
Wicked Minds proves to be an emotional and difficult chapter in the Halston U story. While secrets were revealed and questions answered, there are many more issues to resolve before Riley and the guys can get their HEA.
At 10 years old, Briar Rose Nightingale is left in the care of her godfathers, the Abbot brothers.
Despite her changing feelings toward her caretakersAt 10 years old, Briar Rose Nightingale is left in the care of her godfathers, the Abbot brothers.
Despite her changing feelings toward her caretakers, as she approaches her 18 birthday, Briar plans life on her own. What she doesn’t know - yet - is that through the evolution of their relationship, one thing has remained the same: she’s always been theirs and a date on the calendar won’t change that.
Where these brooding, dominant, overprotective, alphahole brothers were s•w•o•o•n•y, Briar was soft and naïve. Yet Finn, Mason, and Falk ensured she came into her own.
Their dynamic will not be for everyone. If you have any hesitation, check the TW.
Finding herself in a predicament, Bernadette Armstrong needs money and fast.
During their meeting, defense attorney Ford Montgomery suggests an unorthFinding herself in a predicament, Bernadette Armstrong needs money and fast.
During their meeting, defense attorney Ford Montgomery suggests an unorthodox approach to paying her ex-boyfriend’s legal fees.
I really liked that it wasn’t a standard rich boy/poor girl trope. Yes, Bernie is down on her luck, but there’s a unique twist.
I absolutely love that Bernie owns her body and designs high-end clothing for plus size women. She is strong and smart in so many ways, but daft in others which made her an overall meh character for me.
Moreover, while not an insta-love per se, the relationships move at warp speed. Given that it was nearly 400 pages, I expected more tangible development.
A modern-day arranged marriage with a twist, Jacob Chambers offers to marry the sheltered 19-year-old Catherine Bettencourt in order to get her out ofA modern-day arranged marriage with a twist, Jacob Chambers offers to marry the sheltered 19-year-old Catherine Bettencourt in order to get her out of her abusive father’s home.
Despite themselves, each has begun developing feelings that go beyond transactional. Afraid of Jacob not reciprocating, Catherine remains quiet about the shift. Meanwhile, drowning in emotional baggage, Jacob won’t allow himself to confess his feelings.
When Catherine’s safety is at stake, they’re forced to change the terms of their agreement. But the nuptials are just the start.
Wow! This was not a particularly action-packed read, but it was suspenseful and emotional and, at times, almost felt like a psychological thriller. Watching Jacob spiral was intense. Likewise, seeing their relationship grow, particularly in the moments spent with Charlotte, when she was unaware of the soothing effect she provided, were exquisite. Despite knowing what lay ahead, the ending still had me on the edge of my seat. I’ll be not-so-patiently waiting for Dearly Departed to drop!
At 19, Kira has spent years in hiding. Ready to meet her fate, she is escorted by Nathaniel, the Crown Prince, to Volmasque Academy. There, as a wolf At 19, Kira has spent years in hiding. Ready to meet her fate, she is escorted by Nathaniel, the Crown Prince, to Volmasque Academy. There, as a wolf shifter, she’ll be trained to become an obedient pet for a vampire master.
While not plot heavy, there is enough to assuage any guilt. Moreover, that cliffy at the end suggests that the plot will thicken considerably with Plug & Tame.
As for our characters, I love a domineering MMC, but I also liked the glimpses of Nathaniel’s true self. Likewise, it’s clear that Kira has been holding back and I can’t wait to see how she handles that ...more
In a position of power, as the owner of Beckham Securities, Wes Beckham is unable to make a move on, Raegan Graham despite his intense attraction fromIn a position of power, as the owner of Beckham Securities, Wes Beckham is unable to make a move on, Raegan Graham despite his intense attraction from the first time he laid eyes on her.
At the annual holiday party, neither can fight the attraction any longer and all that pent up lust is unleashed.
Forbidden romance is at the top of my trope tree and this one did not disappoint. Not only do we have forbidden, we’ve got age gap, rich AF, and secret romance with minimal angst and no third act breakup. ...more
Five years after waking up from a coma, Kennedy finds herself trying to slot together pieces of her past.
When she wanders into the arena where the AsFive years after waking up from a coma, Kennedy finds herself trying to slot together pieces of her past.
When she wanders into the arena where the Asheville Devils play, she immediately feels a sense of rightness. The felicity extends beyond the sights, sounds, and smells. The star players Sebastian, Carter, and Jack, all seem oddly familiar as well. As does their former teammate turned nemesis, Greyson.
There’s still a lot of story yet to come. But this is one you’ll want to experience for yourself. So, I’m going to keep this very vague. CR and May have crafted an incredibly interesting and unique story, weaving, not just hockey, but mafia, amnesia, second chance, and IT WORKS!! That’s woefully inadequate, actually. The story is intense and emotional. It’s twisty and spicy. In a word: unputdownable!! Readers will appreciate all the layers and that it’s so different from the formulaic stories that are commonplace.
Adopted at age eight, Malachi only feels comfortable with his foster sister, Olivia Vize, and quickly becomes obsessed.
When his place in her life is tAdopted at age eight, Malachi only feels comfortable with his foster sister, Olivia Vize, and quickly becomes obsessed.
When his place in her life is threatened, he reacts accordingly. But ever dutiful, when Olivia is forced to choose, Malachi will bide his time for their reunion.
Why is the dark romance community not losing their collective minds over this one? Leigh Rivers literally Frankensteined the perfect OTT J/P morally black alphahole. Then took our kînk wishlist and tada-ed TF out of it. I don’t re-read, ever. But if I did, I’d start with this one.
When Liliana Johnson tries to bargain with crime lord, Matteo Amato, she finds herself ill prepared.
Matteo is accustomed to getting and taking what heWhen Liliana Johnson tries to bargain with crime lord, Matteo Amato, she finds herself ill prepared.
Matteo is accustomed to getting and taking what he wants. When the naïve Liliana realizes she stepped into the devil’s den, he lets her leave and believe she’s safe. When the time is right, he collects his due.
Dang!! I loved the many sides of Liliana. She was naïve while simultaneously caring and strong. Although a hardened criminal to the world, Matteo has a soft spot for his Sunshine. That’s my favorite kind of hero!
As always, Jenika perfectly delivers a heat, heart, and HEA combo!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2 Burn:
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When Liliana Johnson tries to bargain with crime lord, Matteo Amato, she finds herself ill prepared.
Matteo is accustomed to getting and taking what he wants. When the naïve Liliana realizes she stepped into the devil’s den, he lets her leave and believe she’s safe. When the time is right, he collects his due.
Dang!! I loved the many sides of Liliana. She was naïve while simultaneously caring and strong. Although a hardened criminal to the world, Matteo has a soft spot for his Sunshine. That’s my favorite kind of hero!
As always, Jenika perfectly delivers a heat, heart, and HEA combo!
Opening up four years prior, we meet Eve who is attending the funeral of her mother, Jane. As the years tick by, Eve feels stifled by the traditional Opening up four years prior, we meet Eve who is attending the funeral of her mother, Jane. As the years tick by, Eve feels stifled by the traditional and antiquated roles the women of Divinity Falls are still forced into.
With dreams bigger than her small town, she forges her own path becoming more confident as she discovers who she is outside of the church and her duties.
I feel like I have to keep this one super vague. You really, really want to go into this one blind if at all possible. What should you know before starting? It’s vile. It’s twisted. It’s unexpected. It’s also heartbreakingly beautiful.
For the love of all that is holy. More than two weeks later and I’m still reeling. I don’t even know how to feel. Leigh packed more what the fçųkş in For the love of all that is holy. More than two weeks later and I’m still reeling. I don’t even know how to feel. Leigh packed more what the fçųkş in one book than I would’ve thought possible. It’s so good. Seriously. So. Good.
If you’ve been around for a while, you know my reviews always start with a brief overview, the broad strokes, if you will. I literally can’t do that here. I’m fearful that anything I say will be too much. And unless you have triggers, I highly recommend going in blind. This book is going to put you through the paces, but you really want that WTAF factor when the curveballs start flying.
So my summary is this: Insatiable is brilliant and heartbreaking and steamy and mindfuckingblowing.
Yes, the fancy stars are unique to this review because it deserves 50 billion stars, but my self-imposed scale only goes to five. Hence, fancy stars. ...more
One year after coming across the free spirit, Stella Deveraux, in Paris, Miles Ravage is introduced to her at an unexpected business dinner.
Miles andOne year after coming across the free spirit, Stella Deveraux, in Paris, Miles Ravage is introduced to her at an unexpected business dinner.
Miles and Stella. Gah! These two couldn’t be more different. Yet, they couldn’t be more perfect for one another. Stella’s carefree nature and Miles’ buttoned up demeanor make for a classic opposites attract romance!
A nanny from San Francisco, Poppy Sharpe is ready for a change of scenery. Hopeful that Cane Creek, Montana will be the balm for her soul, she acceptsA nanny from San Francisco, Poppy Sharpe is ready for a change of scenery. Hopeful that Cane Creek, Montana will be the balm for her soul, she accepts a job tending to rescued animals on the Rescue Ranch.
Weary from the stress of running a demanding farm, caring for his two young children, and trying to keep his family intact, when the curvy city girl shows up, Rhett Black has no patience for the new employee he didn’t even want. The sizzling tension between them is palpable and makes the Montana summer even hotter!
Watching Rhett thaw as he realizes there is more to the pink-haired Poppy than meets the eye was gratifying. Likewise, watching Poppy bloom and find her place in the world was heartening. I loved everything about Rescue Ranch and the entire Black family. I’m so happy that we’ll be back there for Hayes’ and River’s story because I can’t wait to find out what’s keeping them apart.
Damian Hunt, bodyguard to Hollywood starlet, Shay Eastwood, takes his job seriously to the point of obsession.
Although they had obviously been physicDamian Hunt, bodyguard to Hollywood starlet, Shay Eastwood, takes his job seriously to the point of obsession.
Although they had obviously been physically attracted to one another for years, their emotional connection was even sexier. Damian was so attuned to Shay, her feelings, and needs. I absolutely loved them together and the way their love evolved. KHS is perfectly balanced with plot and steam, and characters you’ll love.
Dallas Knights starting forward, Lincoln Daniels, continues to find himself under his father’s thumb. When pushed to date the daughter of a business pDallas Knights starting forward, Lincoln Daniels, continues to find himself under his father’s thumb. When pushed to date the daughter of a business partner, Linc accidentally texts the wrong number. Fed up with men, Monroe Bardot snarks back to the cocky man on the other end of the text thread.
When their banter takes a turn into more friendly territory, Linc becomes obsessed with the girl who could care less about his fame. Each text exchange endears her further to him until his feelings reach a fever pitch. Convinced she’s the one, Linc takes matters into his own hands to ensure she needs him as much as he needs her.
So… This book definitely lived up to the hype for me! I absolutely floved Linc and his brand of crazy.
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