A year after the Shadow brothers left Lilith Maverick and Dreary Shadows Academy, the fae witch has spent her time studying how to control her newfounA year after the Shadow brothers left Lilith Maverick and Dreary Shadows Academy, the fae witch has spent her time studying how to control her newfound powers.
Despite having befriended two savage wolves, Ezra Fowler and Blade Vanderwood, the town is crawling with supernatural creatures who’d love nothing more than to taste Lilith.
Dreary Shadows Part II takes a number of unexpected twists and turns. I loved the details we learn about Lilith’s witchy lineage and the history of the various supernatural creatures. Each member of the harem is unique and I enjoy their perspectives, not to mention the introduction of Zeus and the certifiable Gunnar.
I was expecting another brutal cliffy, but it’s not. That said, I am still on the edge of my seat waiting to see how Lil’s story is going to come together.
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A year after the Shadow brothers left Lilith Maverick and Dreary Shadows Academy, the fae witch has spent her time studying how to control her newfound powers.
Despite having befriended two savage wolves, Ezra Fowler and Blade Vanderwood, the town is crawling with supernatural creatures who’d love nothing more than to taste Lilith.
Dreary Shadows Part II takes a number of unexpected twists and turns. I loved the details we learn about Lilith’s witchy lineage and the history of the various supernatural creatures. Each member of the harem is unique and I enjoy their perspectives, not to mention the introduction of Zeus and the certifiable Gunnar.
I was expecting another brutal cliffy, but it’s not. That said, I am still on the edge of my seat waiting to see how Lil’s story is going to come together.
No one can make you snaughle, swoon, and steam up your reading glasses all on one page like Trilina can. I don’t even care that I’m giving away my ageNo one can make you snaughle, swoon, and steam up your reading glasses all on one page like Trilina can. I don’t even care that I’m giving away my age by admitting that I wear reading glasses because it’s true. Trililina is the real MVP!...more
Tia and her family have been crafting the life they desire. However, her past is not content to stay there. With danger afoot, her men take it upon thTia and her family have been crafting the life they desire. However, her past is not content to stay there. With danger afoot, her men take it upon themselves to call upon reinforcements.
If you’re a fan of BJ Alpha, you are going to want - scratch that, need - to read this one. I was thrilled to be back in the Brutal world. All the more exciting to have characters from the other series’ play a part in this story. Honestly, the way her worlds converge is nothing short of genius. Doesn’t mean I’m not seething over the cliffy. ...more
With Bram, having been shot, they are forced to make a hasty retreat. Their usual safe houses vulnerable with the Kìľľers Club on their heels, they tuWith Bram, having been shot, they are forced to make a hasty retreat. Their usual safe houses vulnerable with the Kìľľers Club on their heels, they turn to Torean‘. When forced from the safety the castle affords, a new agreement is reached. Or is it?
The fourth installment of the Deadliest Love series continues to surprise. There is no shortage of lies and betrayal, and an epic twist you will not see coming. This series has all the best elements: steam, suspense, and emotion.
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.
When Lincoln learns that Monroe Hayes Christmas, he’s determined to change her mind. He enlists the help of Ari, Blake, and Walker to rewrite years ofWhen Lincoln learns that Monroe Hayes Christmas, he’s determined to change her mind. He enlists the help of Ari, Blake, and Walker to rewrite years of disappointment with new memories and traditions.
This little slice of life was holiday perfection! If you have loved the Pucking Wrong books, this quickie is a must!
Earning the Crusade Scholarship at Lake Chapel University, Josephine Meyer has a fresh start. Soon, she catches the eye of Nicholas Lockewood, one of Earning the Crusade Scholarship at Lake Chapel University, Josephine Meyer has a fresh start. Soon, she catches the eye of Nicholas Lockewood, one of the school’s hottest football players.
When a misunderstanding puts the star quarterback on high alert, Joey’s life is turned upside down.
Whew! Too Safe was not at all what I was expecting and I loved it! Each of the guys is very different with distinct personalities and baggage. Getting to know each of them individually was appreciated as that can sometimes be lacking in a why choose.
Despite a lack of steam, I enjoyed the angst and buildup. With the surprising end to book one, I’m guessing Too Fast should have some action. I’m hoping we’ll get to know the aloof Kendrick better too.
Leila is tired of hearing about the Hillcrest Curse. It overshadows and minimizes the feelings Hayden and Hudson claim to have.
Determined to prove heLeila is tired of hearing about the Hillcrest Curse. It overshadows and minimizes the feelings Hayden and Hudson claim to have.
Determined to prove her wrong, the twins bring her home for a Christmas in the family cabin.
There’s minimal plot to be found here. So, if that’s what you’re after, look elsewhere. If not, enjoy this smutty one-handed read for exactly what it is!
Five years after losing her mother to cancer, Ember Everly finds herself coming face-to-face with Odette, her father's surprise wife. Following behindFive years after losing her mother to cancer, Ember Everly finds herself coming face-to-face with Odette, her father's surprise wife. Following behind her, her four new stepbrothers.
Having been promised Ember as a reward for their loyalty, the brothers are anxious to finally have something of their own. Though they didn’t predict the intensity of their feelings or the chemistry they’d share.
“We won’t leave you alone. You are now ours. You are the first thing to ever truly belong to us, and we will never let you go.”
Rosa was unaliving me with her teasers on Insta. I was giddy when selected for an ARC and couldn’t wait to dive in. You know how when you build something up for so long it can be a disappointment? That. Did. Not. Happen. Here.
Dayum y’all!! I will admit that the story had far more depth and emotion than I was expecting. It was impossible not to fall in love with Ember who was so broken after losing her mother. While we only see snippets of the boys’ backstories, they will put you in your feelings.
All in all, this read was everything I was hoping for except all her ...more
In Forever, we finally meet the elusive Dexter Vaughn, while learning more about Tyler’s history. We’re also seeing our booktokker, Vallie, develop heIn Forever, we finally meet the elusive Dexter Vaughn, while learning more about Tyler’s history. We’re also seeing our booktokker, Vallie, develop her relationships with the brothers. Further, there is not only smoking hot chemistry, there is a beautiful familial healing that takes place with Vallie as the driving force behind the reconciliation.
Nicci prepared us for minimal plot and maximum smut. While the duet is best read one-handed, I was completely invested in the brothers’ story and can’t wait for more titles from her Black Label.
As a mafia princess, 21-year-old Jasmine Falcone is able to make few choices in her life. When an arranged marriage threatens what independence she doAs a mafia princess, 21-year-old Jasmine Falcone is able to make few choices in her life. When an arranged marriage threatens what independence she does have, she makes a run for it.
Jasmine was a joy to watch from the brief look at her childhood as a target for the bullies to the strong woman, willing to forge her own path. Chapter 43 > is proof of her badașșery. ...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.
When Charlotte finds members of Vermilion’s hockey team jeopardizing the long con, she’s been running, she’s forced to channel her inner badașș. AlthoWhen Charlotte finds members of Vermilion’s hockey team jeopardizing the long con, she’s been running, she’s forced to channel her inner badașș. Although they agree to leave, it’s only to give themselves time to regroup.
While we don’t get to know the characters in depth, we learn enough about them to understand their personalities and motivations. In fact, I think that’s, in part, why I loved this story so much. We weren’t bogged down with backstory or character growth, we were able to simply enjoy the characters during that snapshot of time in this fun and unique read.
I’ve become a huge Maggie fan with the sweet spice found in the Seattle Phantom series. Love that she took the spice next level and added a layer of grit. Super excited that she’s not finished with this world yet!
Beginning with the coronation of Verity Sinclaire, the unlikely princess from West End, this installment is replete with heinous acts and turmoil. OneBeginning with the coronation of Verity Sinclaire, the unlikely princess from West End, this installment is replete with heinous acts and turmoil. One surprise after another, lines are not just crossed, but obliterated. Unlikely alliances are formed. Plans are crystallized.
I’ve got to say, this house has taken me aback. From their reputation, I had expectations that they would be far more genteel. These princes are not afraid to get their hands dirty. Moreover, I enjoyed seeing their relationships with Verity change, both individually and collectively. I’m so ready to see what is in store for King Rufus and the wait is going to be brutal!
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.
When Anthony Bartello fails to show the Horsemen the respect they deserve, they hold back on their delivery to make a point.
Caught up in a fight she When Anthony Bartello fails to show the Horsemen the respect they deserve, they hold back on their delivery to make a point.
Caught up in a fight she doesn’t understand, Fawn is seeing a side of life she had spent years sheltered from.
I’m enjoying the suspense around the mystery man. However, with the similar names and personalities, I had a bit of trouble keeping the guys separated in my mind. I’m anxious to see the relationship with Fawn evolve and how she adjusts to life outside the church.
Stepping from the shower, Valentina Relli is greeted by a masked intruder.
Donnie Vaughn, along with his brother, Tyler, intend to hold Vallie captive Stepping from the shower, Valentina Relli is greeted by a masked intruder.
Donnie Vaughn, along with his brother, Tyler, intend to hold Vallie captive until they ensure the fate of their brother, Dexter. And their methods of coercion are anything but expected.
“…I’m going to pin you down and fçuk you to the most terrifying O of your life. You’ll cry and come, hate it and love it.”
Holy one-handed read. I went into this expecting zero plot. But I’m honestly as invested in the brothers’ story as the smut.
Having escaped the “family” and the Sinister Minister, Eisley has worked hard to build a life, leaving the past behind.
Despite a career as a successfHaving escaped the “family” and the Sinister Minister, Eisley has worked hard to build a life, leaving the past behind.
Despite a career as a successful influencer with a loyal following for her webcast, Witchful Drinking, she won’t allow herself to accept happiness with Kansas.
So, yeah… I really wasn’t sure what to expect going in with the 90s horror vibe meets cult. But the teasers and graphics made it impossible to pass up.
Kansas and Constantine, our MMCs, made the story! They were dominant and mysterious, not afraid to get their hands dirty. Yet, they loved Eisley without abandon. However, like some other reviewers, I didn’t connect with Eisley and I found some inconsistencies/plot holes. All in all, it was unique and entertaining, making for a great read as we enter the spooky season!
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