Some people change your lifeOthers change your heart Newly widowed dad Sebastian Dorner was unraveling at the edges—until his son’s teacher, Via DeRosa, threw him a lifeline. Now, two years later, they reconnect at Matty’s new school, and an inconvenient but unmistakable jolt of attraction crackles between them. But why does the first person to spark with Sebastian in years have to be a millennial? Is twentysomething Via really too young for him or does fortysomething Sebastian just feel too Continue Reading
Jen’s MOST Anticipated Book of 2021: The Finish Line by Kate Stewart
I am beyond excited that this book is out so early in the year! I have this baby on my eReader, all tee'd up. The Finish Line by Kate Stewart is the third book in the Ravenhood series. I've been busy rereading books one and two the last few days. I am loving them just as much this time around, too. Our h, Cecelia (19), moves to a small town to live with her dad in his mansion and work at his factory for a year. She is to learn the business in prep for inheriting it, along with his fortune. Continue Reading
Review: The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon
The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn SolomonContemporary RomanceJanuary 26, 2021Berkley Reviewed by Melanie Normally when choosing my first read of the year, I've never given it too much thought. This year though, I wanted to be intentional with my choice. Begin as you mean to go on, and all that. I can honestly say that beginning my reading year with this delightfully charming novel sets the bar pretty high going forward. The Ex Talk is an unique workplace romance. For one, it takes place Continue Reading
The Psy/Changeling Channel: Slave to Sensation
Before we delve right into Slave to Sensation, a bit of housekeeping. We just want to take a moment to clarify, these aren't traditional reviews. We've both read this series from beginning to end and this is our second reread. We doing a deep dive of the series which means, spoilers abound. If you've never read the series or a particular book in the series, just keep in mind that it's impossible for us to really get into the books and talk about what works and what maybe doesn't by being Continue Reading
Smexy Deals!
Stone Reeves was my neighbor, and I’ve hated him since sixth grade. Gorgeous and charismatic, he became the town’s football god, while I became the town’s invisible girl.He went to a Division 1 school for football, while my father was fired by his father.His team won the National Championship, while my mother died the same day. He was a first round pick for the NFL ...… while I made the worst decision of my life. Now I’m in Texas trying to pick up the pieces of my life.But, Stone is Continue Reading
Jen’s Mini-Reviews- Reviews for books by Ilsa Madden-Mills, Saffron A. Kent, and Garrett Leigh
The Revenge Pact by Ilsa Madden-MillsContemporary RomanceDecember 3, 2020 Self Published What to read when you’re trying to distract yourself from an insurrection? My book club chose The Revenge Pact by Ilsa Madden-Mills weeks ago and it was the perfect happy distraction. I discovered Madden-Mills this year and was thrilled to immerse myself in this latest book. It is part of a series, with each book being written by a different author. The series centers around three college football Continue Reading
Review: Cry Wolf by Charlie Adhara
Cry Wolf by Charlie AdharaBig Bad Wolf #5PNRJanuary 18, 2021 by Carina Press Review by Melinda This is probably one of the most underrated paranormal romances I can think of that I want more people to read. At first glance, it may be any wolf shifter paranormal, but there are so many Adhara layers in this world. I know not everyone loves following the same couple throughout a series and I'm not always a fan of it either. But I just love Cooper Dayton and Oliver Park so much. This Continue Reading
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National Bestseller "I could not get enough of Jasmine and Ashton! I adored Jasmine--her ambition, her confidence, her attacks of self-doubt, and especially her hilarious, snarky, and loving cousins. She and Ashton have such a steamy, swoony, love story that I didn't want the book to end!"--Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author RITA® Award Winning author Alexis Daria brings readers an unforgettable, hilarious rom-com set in the drama-filled world of Continue Reading
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The New York Times bestselling Driven series continues with a standalone story about finding love where you least expect it… Behind the wheel, racing champion Zander Donavan is at the top of his game. But after too much excess in his personal life, he’s forced to step away. He needs to accomplish something all on his own—outside of his famous father's shadow. Getty Caster is running away from the abuse that clouds her past. She thinks she’s found the perfect escape—until Continue Reading
Review: The Unrequited by Saffron A. Kent
The Unrequited by Saffron A. KentNew Adult and College RomanceJuly 17, 2017Self Published Review by Jen This book was recommended to me by my book club. It's a few years old, but sounded intriguing! My very quick, first thought on Goodreads was, “Excellent and awkward. Loved it, review to come…” I stand by that early assessment. Eeeekkk…what did I just read? Layla is a new student in college and sees a handsome, somewhat quirky, older guy on campus. Layla follows him to a classroom Continue Reading