I’ve read, or listened to, so many books lately. Some old, some new, some repeats from previous reviewers. Here’s a quick rundown of my favorites in the form of speed reviews. It’s like a speed dating event but less awkward. Master of Salt and Bones by Keri Lake I’m going to call this a B to B+ for me. Super dark read. The H is mysterious, misunderstood, and lives in a huge monstrosity of a mansion. He’s reclusive, a bit of an urban legend to the neighboring town, and was raised by Continue Reading
This Week on TikTok
Happy Friday! Lots of fun stuff on TikTok this week, I’ve read some AMAZING books lately and the hubs and I are making our way through season one of Manifest on Netflix. Life is good. At #5, one of THE BEST books I’ve read recently!! I am now on the hunt for more growly sea captain stories. Please comment with your recs! #4 Celebrities they’re just like us. Have you watched Sex/Life on Netflix? Specifically, have you seen episode 3 at 19:50 minutes? Do it. Discuss. #3 This guy Continue Reading
Review: Freed by E L James
Freed by E.L. James50 Shades as Told by Christian #3Contemporary June 1, 2021, by Bloom BooksReview by Jen Freed by E L James is the third book in the 50 Shades series told from the voice of Christian Grey. Let me set the stage, 50 Shades came out in 2011 and I read the series three times. I read it the first time because I was seeing it quietly posted about in some forums and blogs. I could tell it was going to be a big thing. Women were gushing about it, but a bit embarrassed that they Continue Reading
This Week on TikTok
Holy cow, it’s hot this week. Wow!! I’ve spent a lot of time indoors, enjoying my AC and hoping there are no mandatory power shut offs here in Northern California. And, speaking of hot… my obsession is @Whiteyy18. An unfortunate choice of naming, but his last name is White, so he went there. Coming in at #5 is William White, also known as @Whiteyy18. This guy has blown up with the Gen X ladies. If Rob Lowe, Shaun Cassidy and Patrick Swayze were blended together on the cover of Tiger Continue Reading
Cover Reveal: Pretty Boy D by Rachel Jonas and Nikki Thorne
I love this series! Check out my review for The Golden Boys (book one) by Rachel Jonas and Nikki Thorne. Sooooo good! Now we have Dane's story. VERY excited to read this. And give me a moment while I swoon over that cover. Dane Golden—Best friend. Temptation in football cleats. Roommate? I’m screwed. His followers don’t call him Pretty Boy D for nothing. The guy is, literally, God’s gift to women. I should know. I’ve watched chicks throw themselves at him since puberty. Sharing Continue Reading
Review: Sancte Diaboli by Amo Jones
Wow…what did I just read? First, to really even get close to understanding Sancte Diaboli by Amo Jones, you need to read the other books in the series. Here’s my review. This one picks up right where part one ends. Spoiler… get ready. ..... ..... ..... Our, h, Saint has been shuttled away to safety from a dangerous situation. But, it feels a lot like an abduction to her. Which, it kind of is, to be fair. I was on the edge of my seat waiting for the finale of this Continue Reading
Review: Mr. Garcia by TL Swan
Mr. Garcia by TL SwanContemporary RomanceMay 29, 2021 - Self Published Reviewed by Jen Mr. Garcia is a totally broken, dirty talking man with major issues, dark hair, olive skin, appropriate smirks, and dominance at level 10. Yes, I’m here for it, TL Swan. Give me all the books. He's also a divorced, architect/politician who has a penchant for bad coffee and prostitutes. What the what?! And, his love interest is April Bennet, maker of bad coffee and not really a prostitute. Continue Reading
Review: From the Embers by Aly Martinez
From the Embers by Aly MartinezContemporary Romance/Romantic SuspenseApril 28, 2021 Self PublishedReview by Jen From the Embers by Aly Martinez was SO good! I wasn’t sold on the premise, it just sounded sad and wrong. But, people were loving it and I gave it a try. We have two couples and a tragic fire that leads to solo parenting by the survivors. Eason is married to Jessica and they have a baby, Luna. Rob is married to Bree and they have two young children as well. Best friends Continue Reading
Review: Hannaford Prep, The Complete Series by J. Bree
Hanaford Prep: The Complete Series by J BreeNew Adult/ Young Adult Contemporary RomanceSelf Published Review by Jen Takes a drink. Where do I begin? Let's start with the title. I read several books, 1-4 to be exact. BUT, to say it’s complete isn’t exactly true. There are several storylines you can follow in multiple other books. There are many characters with complex backstories and you could be busy for months if you choose to be. This series was highly recommended in one Continue Reading
Release Blitz: Mr. Garcia by TL Swan
I love TL Swan and I'm super excited to read her latest release, Mr. Garcia. The Stopover and The Takeover are two books I'm always recommending by this author. It looks like Mr. Garcia has an...ahem...darker side. Yes, can't wait. Bring it. Check out the synopsis. #OneClick the book. He was gorgeous, older and guarded.I knew he was trouble from the moment we locked eyes. We met at work, on my first day as a barista.He smiled, I melted…then he tasted my coffee and threw it away. Again, Continue Reading