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A Chance Encounter by Nikki Ash

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  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I loved this book! Sophia was so strong, and Easton was so kind. Their meet cute was funny, and a photographer being right there captured them perfectly. I hated that she was scared to actually live, but along the way he pulled her out of her cocoon. I loved Kendall. What a precious little girl who deserved the world. Easton gave them the family they deserved. I loved it! I realized at the end that I read this out of sequence, but I loved that series too! 
A Risk Worth Taking by Nikki Ash

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I love this author’s books! Ellie & Lincoln had known each other a long time. It was hard for him & Micah to accept the age difference. Ellie was hard on herself, and most of the time she blamed herself for the trouble they had been through. Lincoln made her feel safe. He was trustworthy. Lincoln fell hard and fast. I loved this one! 
The Wallflower by J.L. Beck

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dark emotional sad tense medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book is one of the best “bully” books I’ve ever read. Drew was so intense. Bel was determined not to break. Betrayal was everywhere, and did not come from the direction I expected. I was holding my breath. I wanted to cry for Bel. I didn’t see the ending coming, and that cliffhanger was shocking! I can’t wait for the next book! 
Serpentine Valentine by Giana Darling

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5.0

This is one of my go to authors! This book was so different for me, but I LOVED it. Lex’s journey through trauma was hard to read. Her struggle to come back from it made easier with Luna. Luna made her softer, but it was Lex that picked herself back up. This book was good! This book is fiction, but I hope girls everywhere are watching out for one another. 
Lonely for You Only by Monica Murphy

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adventurous emotional hopeful slow-paced
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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This one was a slow burn with so much angst. I loved that she was so skeptical of him. Scarlett made him work for it. Her parents were supportive of her finding her way. Tate needed her, and I think felt that she felt seen by him. I loved it! 
Surprised and Sacked: A Surprise Baby Football Romance by Gina Azzi

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5.0

I love that Nova & West got their second chance. Nova had to go  home to Paris to help her family, but I love that she went to West’s Superbowl game. They reconnect, but she still leaves. I love that we can count on Derek to spill the tea! This book was fun & heartwarming. West got the family he always wanted! 
11:11 by Micalea Smeltzer

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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This one night stand turns into 100% angst as Reid sets out to romance her. Via wants him, but feels the optics aren’t great. She is just divorced, and is trying to find her way. I loved how mature Reid is. He knew what he wanted. He had very clear goals for himself. I loved that she settled in to a group of friends. This town welcomed her, and I love how supportive they were. I can’t wait for more of this family!!!
The Heart of Smoke by K Webster

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dark emotional hopeful sad tense medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book is filled with angst, darkness, mystery, and of course, romance. Jude is heartbreaking. His thoughts about himself and the tragedy of his mother dying had me in tears. When Tate arrives, Jude is determined to send him packing. 

Tate is naturally submissive, and Jude overwhelms him. I loved this book. Their first kiss was HOT! The twist shocked me. I did not see that coming. This family rallied around them, and yes we get to visit with the family of characters we already love! This book is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! 
Wild for You by Kristen Proby

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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This is my first book by this author, and I will have to make time for more! Erin feels like she’s found her home. Rem needs help with his kids. I love nanny/grumpy/sunshine books. 

This book was heartwarming. Both families are big. I loved that the families meshed together so well. It seems BitterRoot chooses its who it wants to stay. 

From first kiss to watching the Sun rise and set, this book was a fast paced love story. Over and over Remington proved to her how much he loved her. I loved this one!
Damaged Goods by L.J. Shen

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dark emotional hopeful sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book jumps back and forth from childhood to adulthood. It gives us a window of their relationship. Lev went through a traumatic event losing his mother, and Bailey was with him through it. Bailey loses her way at Juilliard, but her first thought was Lev. Her dreams prove to be overwhelming at times, and she gives into the pressure that provides her relief. No one sees that coming, and it was heartbreaking. 

Lev really wants to go a different way from football. Bailey has always supported him, but convincing his father to support that seems like a no go. I loved that Dixie stepped into that situation. If left up to Lev, he would let the opportunity pass. Lev & Bailey both decide that they have to step away from one another so that she can get better. I loved this book! I loved being back in their world. This book gives us a window into drug addiction. I think  everyone has been touched by that in some way. 

“Life is a borrow, not a gift, Levy. Take advantage as long as you have it” Bailey