Lori
LODESTAR
Serena Akeroyd
“She's my penguin,” I said simply. “You've all got yours. I want mine so I'm not going to stop until she's here. With me. Understand?”
To be back in this world, with Conor, was everything. Was the ending we all needed.
All the twists and turns, how everything ties all together. Genius!
Having both of their stories together in one book, dream come true.
Then just when we think we have had it all she gives us a bonus story that is chef's kiss. We even get an appearance from a certain hockey player!
No one does it better than Serena.
I'm ready to start the series over again!
Carnage
By Shantel Tessier
“A Lord takes his oath seriously. Only blood will solidify their commitment to serve those who demand their complete devotion.”
“There is no god here, sweetheart. Make no mistake, you will kneel for me, but the things I have planned for you are anything but holy”
Stars 5/5
Spice 5/5
Saint Beckham Carter is completely unhinged and I am here for it!!!! All day, every day.
Carnage was my most anticipated book of the year, and Shantel did not disappoint. Carnage has several storylines going on that keep you hooked. They intertwine masterfully and the story takes you on a journey that will leave you breathless.
Saint and Ashtyn's chemistry was off the charts.
“It would have changed nothing, sweetheart.
I loved you then, I love you now. You've always been it for me, Ashtyn”
“Ashtyn Lane Price belongs to me. She just doesn't know it yet. But she will, very soon. And once I make her mine, the world will know it too.”
This is a dark revenge romance make sure you check the trigger warnings.
Him & I
Sasha RC
“When you are told something long enough, you start to believe it. All the men who said they love me have either hurt me or left. Am I that hard to love?”
That line is what broke me.
Him & I, is at times not an easy book to read. Hannah has found herself in a toxic relationship. One that shows how words can hurt just as bad as fists, and those hurt as well. Sasha tells the story how Hanna's boyfriend steals a little bit of her day by day, piece by piece until one day she walks into a bar. There she meets Nikolai, will he be enough for Hannah to see her life is worth living. That she is better of leaving?
I really enjoyed this story, a definite 5 star read from me and look forward to more from this author.
Toxic Obsession
J A Owenby
Wynter and Quinn's story is a heartbreakingly intertwined one.
They are both trying to move on from a tragedy. He wanted revenge, but found more. Wynter is one of the strongest females I have read in a long time. She has been thru so much. Although, I felt for Quinn there were times I wanted to shake him to make him see the truth that was right in front of his eyes. I thought my heart was going to beat out of my chest while reading certain parts of this book. This one will definitely stay with you for a while. I know it will me.
***check the trigger warnings and don't take them lightly.
Saving Rain
Kelsey Kingsley
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I just finished reading Saving Rain a couple of days ago it took me that long to decide how to do this review. But, I do know that I love Soldier Mason!!
This book made me smile, made me cry, made root for the underdog.
Soldier, carried the world on his shoulders. His mother named him Soldier so he could save her. What a burden to carry.
Kelsey tells Soldier's story in such a way you are there with him. You feel everything he goes thru, and it's a lot. I couldn't wait to see how his story ended and at the same time I didn't want it to end. Then my time with Soldier would be over. Although, I haven't quit thinking about the book since I finished.
Beautifully Damaged Boxed set
Beautifully Damaged
J A Owenby
5 HOT STARS!!!!!
Once again I am blown away by Owenby's storytelling. This is the story of River and Holden who come from opposite worlds but find their way to each other.
Holden is determined to make River feel safe after the trauma she has faced in her past.
The steam is turned all the way up in this one. 5 stars for the steam alone. And the patience and care the Holden takes with River.
This one definitely leaves you wanting more.
Beautifully Broken
J A Owenby
5 Heart racing stars!!
Told from Holden's POV. Once the action starts it doesn't let up. You feel everything the characters do. The author does a great job of bringing you into the story.
It's powerful, gritty, heart wrenching. Really shows what family is.
Can't wait to see who this is wrapped up in book 3.
Beautifully Shattered
By J A Owenby
5 Heart-Shattering Stars
WOW!! Never has a book shattered my heart and put it back together so fast!! This is an awesome conclusion to this series. There were so many twists and turns, I couldn't keep up. I was totally blown away at who was behind it all. I love the friendships that were formed in this series and the way they take care of each other. I ugly cried thru parts of this one. You will not regret reading this or anything by J A Owenby, she is a great story-teller.
The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo
Taylor Jenkins Reid
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OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! I love this book!!!! It deserves all the stars!! I kept having to tell myself, while reading that she was not a real person. Reid made it all feel so real. She made Evelyn real to me. I didn't want it to end, yet I had to know how her story ended. I just finished, yet I want to read it all over again. Definitely, one of the best books I have ever read.
Book Lovers
Emily Henry
OH MY FREAKING GOSH!!!!!!! Why did I wait so long to read this book? I adore everything about this book!!
I wanted to be there with Nora and Libby, while they visited the small town. Emily Henry just painted the picture so well.
Then there is Charlie, him and Nora had great chemistry. Their banter was off the charts.
I laughed and cried my way through this book. Definitely on the top of my list for 2023.
I have read a couple other books by this author. McFadden is a great storyteller. This book in particular is split between 2 points of view. The author did a great job holding my attention, I couldn't wait to find out what was going to happen. There was twists and turns that I didn't see coming, but not overdone where they were too outlandish. I really enjoyed this book. I ends on a slight cliffhanger, leading you into the next book. I definitely recommend this book. Will be picking up more from this author.
All The Dangerous Things
Stacy Willingham
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Beautifully told story of heartbreak and lies. The author tells the story in such a way you feel like you are apart of the story, you feel the feels, you smell the smells. Willingham has a great way with words. I didn't want to put this book down. I couldn't get to the end fast enough. I definitely did not guess the ending. Definitely recommend this one!!
