riley
A small town charming one night stand to lovers sapphic romance.
While it has cute moments, it felt too long and I got bored at some parts. It felt like there was a lot of filler moments where nothing relevant happened. (I can see how it relates to real life and if everything was dramatic I’d complain as well) I just unfortunately think some things could have been trimmed
I loved the aunt/nephew relationship between Diana and Carter!
This is multiple novellas, loosely intertwined.
The concept basically being like “we are meant to be together in this life and the next”
It ranges from historical 1700s ish, to present contemporary.
The concept of it was extremely unique, albeit unexpected.
Each “novella” had similar bones but slightly different. Which makes sense once you get near the end of it all.
I loved Seraph so much, oh my heart. Finally getting to know more about Lilac was thrilling. His quiet patience, and faith that he has in Seraph.
And seeing all the past couples was so much fun. 🥺 my bbs
I love the way lily writes. I just feel ALL the emotion the character feels, and the story’s are so intriguing.
Very eager for more 💖
Considering this was an age gap dad’s best friend Dom/sub story, it was surprisingly sweet.
I thought this author did really well with the dad’s best friend aspect. It wasn’t overly messy (there WAS obviously drama but it was all reasonable drama) and wasn’t too over the top. Done super well!!!
Jay was a cutie, and Marshall was so caring. Surprisingly perfect for each other.
I really enjoyed this, and I love the Hart family so much.
Eden is full of trauma and a self proclaimed walking red flag. Charlie is an older artist, crazy colour clothes wearing charming goofball.
Completely opposites attract, age gap, mm romance
Charlie was so sweet on Eden, and kind of gently pushed him out of his comfort zone (but always let him knew No was okay). Eden said “fuck you” instead of “I love you” and I think Charlie figured that out which was why he kept going with it.
Loved seeing the other Hart brothers, and the family dynamic from Charlie’s POV
Very much looking forward to Andrew’s story next!!!!!
It was a good age gap, forced marriage of convenience, kinky MM romance. It didn’t blow me away but it was still enjoyable.
I loved Noah- he was so sweet! Despite being forced into the marriage to Alton by his father, I think he tried to make the best of it or at least roll with the punches.
Alton is a man who takes what he wants and he wanted Noah so he found a way to make it happen.
I don’t think this one was for me.
I liked the concept, friends to lovers, pining, second chance… but as a whole I did not vibe with this
I kept getting confused and I’m not sure if it was the writing or my lack of interest.
Brandon Carter - two first names, so when they referred to either I didn’t know if it was the same guy or a new person.
I have no idea where in the world this was set. Some people were European or British, some language was used (football as soccer, vests as tank tops…) so I don’t know who was where or was who.
These two never disappoint. I can always reach to them when I need easy, fun, and flirty reading.
I loved the concept of camboy x “secret anonymous” messaging but they know each other IRL but don’t really know that’s who they are talking to online.
I loved Finn, his shy giant ways and Curtis with his aloof “I don’t do love” shield. That Finn easily crashes down.
I didn’t feel like there was any romance in this. Both characters were confusing and kept repeating the same things over and over. Not communicating. Shutting down and needing space. Turning off phones to avoid contact when things get tough to handle.
The concept was interesting enough, I almost DNF really early on. It did get better but ultimately fell flat for me.
Emmett and Cara 🥺❤️🩹
This was so emotional, which I was not expecting. (I knew it would be a bit based on the description but I was not expecting my reaction. Becka you have done it again!)
I thought this was done so beautifully, and seeing them struggle with infertility but being supported by their found family was wonderful. So much love and chaos in that group.
Abel 🥺 my god
MOTH!!!!
The angst, the spice, seeing previous book characters. Perfection!!
I really loved getting to know Moth, and more with Charlie. Seeing Moth; and how he didn’t think he actually loved Ghost, he just clung to the first person who wasn’t immediately disgusted with him. Which is so fucking sad and tragic.
Charlie has known/assumed that Moth loved Ghost so while Charlie was very much into Moth, he assumed the feelings were unrequited.
I loved how sassy and angry Moth was, and how charming, caring, and strong Charlie was.
Reluctant travel companions into lovers and it was everything.
I did like it and it was cute, but generally felt like nothing happened.
I adored seeing characters from Blue Rebel Ranch (yellow Amos and Cam)
The MC’s had no substance or personality. I didn’t feel like there was any conclusion to the developer problem, or what happened to the storm damage.
Brady and Collins were cute with the flirting and flustering, but I unfortunately found them overall boring. (Which is so disappointing cause I love this author and her previous series) so I can appreciate stepping out of the comfort zone but I wasn’t obsessed with this
Better than the first cause I already knew what was going on, but I am struggling to see why this is gonna be 6 books long. It follows the same group I assume…. All ending on cliffhangers lol
Gryphon severely is redeeming himself. Nox still sucks North still sucks Gabe and Atlas are cool for always being there Oleander is still a bit of an annoying FMC but whatever
It was intriguing, but there was zero world building. I have more questions than answers at this point. It ended up a cliffhanger so I’ll continue but
Who is the resistance? How old are the men she is bonded to? Did they know each other/were they friends before they connected to the Gifted Oli? Or was she was connected them Are we in a fantasy supernatural universe? Why are the bond men mad at Oli for running from them at 14? She was a kid? To complete the bond they need to have sex so that seems weird?? (She’s 19 in current story time but like they are holding this grudge against a 14 year old child)
I did enjoy this - but felt it dragged a bit too long. I think a dual POV would have been beneficial, as we only got a big info dump at the end for MC2.
While understandable for the story, lacked on the romance front.
Nick had an idolized perception of Brady, and there was just so much lack of communication for fear of rocking the boat/scaring him off
My teeth are aching with how sweet this book was!!
Killian was absolutely adorable. He was infatuated with Maddox’s looks and he constantly stared, but once he actually got to know him it was over. Maddox, sweet little smarty pants, used to people using him to get what they want and moving on. Jocks are a hard stop but he can’t help his interest in all of Killian’s attention on him.
I loved the dynamic, and how despite their physical differences, they were similar at their cores (competitive, tried not to disappoint others or be a burden, and want to be loved for who they are - to be seen)
Really enjoying this author and series 🥰🥰
It was good, but there was not enough yearning or development in the characters.
they broke up when they were 18/19, and reconnected at 32, but I still felt like they were teenagers.
The second chance didn’t feel like there was enough of a reason other than the relationship was comfortable and not enough closure.
I loved the writing and this universe BH has created, but I think I hoped for just a bit more.