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Rating: ★★☆☆☆ (2/5 Stars)
Title: Parallel Larry
Author(s): Jacqueline Rohrbach
Character(s):
― Larry Stewart: Brunette
― Greg: Brown Eyed
Setting: N/A
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary, Sci-Fi
Content Rating: PG-13
POV: Third Person
Smexy Level: Subtle
Favorite Quote(s):
― "Whatever I want doesn’t include food; it’s you."
Overall Opinion:
After reading "Parallel Larry" blurb, I was immediately drawn in by the second chance romance that feature the main character being sent to an alternate reality, which later mentioned, by his fire hazardous toaster. It was an interesting concept in general yet there were too many factors that made this a disappointing read. it was lacking in any unbelievable form of romance and the characters did not mesh well together, in my opinion. Larry was overall somewhat likable and Greg was just too bland for my taste, making it an unlikely pair. Moreso this book was a bit bizarre and was the complete opposite of what I envisioned this novel will be so it ended up failing to meet any of my expectations.

Rating: ★★✬☆☆ (3/5 Stars)
Title: Unchained Desire
Author(s): R.C. Alvarez
Character(s):
― Kyria: 22 years old, Red, Blue Eyed
― Ramiel: Black, Black Eyed
Setting: Houston, Texas
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary, Paranormal
Content Rating: R
POV: Third y
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s): N/A
Overall Opinion:
"Unchained Desire" is R.C Alvarez debut novel and needless to say I am impressed. She was to put a lot of elements together to create likable characters and a plot that could easily drawn readers in that love to immerse themselves in paranormal romances. There was action, romance and steamy scenes that left me wanting more, and sure there were a few things here or there that bothered me during my venture but it wasn't enough to defer me from enjoying the story. In conclusion, the author ended the novel in a good note with a great cliffhanger and I am looking forward to seeing the additional books that will become a part of the "Rapture" series.

Rating: ★★✬☆☆ (3/5 Stars)
Title: Flash Point
Author(s): Shelli Stevens
Character(s):
― Caitleen "Kate": 25 years old, Blonde
― Todd Wyatt: ―
Setting: Wyattsville, Indiana
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary, Erotica
Content Rating: R
POV: Third Person
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s): N/A
Overall Opinion:
"Flash Point" was definitely a lot more my style than the previous installment of the series. The oozing chemistry between Kate and Todd was off the charts and the erotica was way muy caliente! An overall enjoyable and much need short, sexy read.

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5 Stars)
Title: Ghostly Embrace
Author(s): Brenda Hurley
Character(s):
― Marina: 31 years old, Black, Brown Eyed
― Katie: Brunette, Brown Eyed
― Louis: 30 years old (Time of death)
Setting: New England, United Kingdom
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary, Historical
Content Rating: R
POV: Third Person
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s):
― “Believe in me, my darling girl.”
Overall Opinion:
“Ghostly Embrace” starts off with the abrupt death of Louis, a craftsman, at the hands of his enraged wife and finds himself attached to the bed frame craving he made for his dear Sophia. Owner after owner he scared away before landing in the hands of Marina. Unlike anyone he has come across before, the single mother and 18th century ghost held more in common than they anticipated and an unlikely romance form. Once after her death, many many years later the heartbroken craftsman meets the new owner Katie of the antique frame, the possible reincarnation of his former beloved. From chapter one it became more than apparent how immersed I was by the story and the in depth detail Brenda Hurley was able to created. Needless to say, I am glad that I decided to give this ghostly romance a chance because from beginning to the end I was left astonished by the phenomenal writing style, the history and in depth lead characters and secondary characters, and the well executed the ending that almost rendered me speechless. Brenda Hurley’s “Ghostly Embrace” is a highly recommended for readers that are looking for a ghostly romance novel that will flood them with a whirlwind of emotions and a few twists along the way.

Rating: ★★✬☆☆ (2.5/5 Stars)
Title: Steal My Heart
Author(s): Aimee O'Brian
Character(s):
― Lexanne Harris:
― Gideon Holt: Brunette, Green Eyed
Setting: Los Angeles, California
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary, Erotica
Content Rating: R
POV: First Person (Heroine)
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s):
― “Star-crossed lovers— surely happy endings are allowed even for lovers on opposite sides.”
Overall Opinion:
Let's be honest, who didn't fall in love with the blurb? I thought it was an interesting concept and I immediately had to grab this book. Generally speaking, the book was decent and there was a good amount of the oh so steamy scenes. To be frank, I didn't expect "Steal My Heart" to have so many of them. Overall I good read but nothing to brag about.

Rating: ★★★☆☆
Title: Luca's Lessons
Author(s): Deana Birch & Amelia Foster
Character(s):
― Claire Favre: Blonde, Blue Eyed
― Luca Bernardi: Brown Eyed
Setting: Limmat River, Switzerland
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary
Content Rating: R
POV: Alternates between Heroine/Hero
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s):
― “When it happens, if it happens make no mistake. I choose you. I want you.”
Overall Opinion:
Kink? Check. BDSM? Check? Steamy scenes? Double checked. I already knew what I was getting myself into when picking up this book. Straight up erotica with a plot. Shocking? I know. From page one, I loved Claire and Luca relationship and how they were able to move from being professional to having a Dom and sub relationship. Sometimes when reading BDSM erotica, the author could force the relationship and the unnatural state of it makes it an unenjoyable read or play it out slowly, fully developing the characters and plot, and that my friends is how the authors were able to immerse me into this read. The writing style was wonderful, there were some depth to the characters that made them balance each other and lastly the sex scenes were quite enjoyable. "Luca's Lessons" was overall an enjoyable read and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for erotica with an actual plot.

Rating: ★★✬☆☆ (2.5/5 Stars)
Title: Meant To Be
Author(s): Nan Reinhardt
Character(s):
― Megan Mackenzie: 37 years old, Blonde, Brown Eyed
― Sean Flaherty: Blue Eyed
Setting: River’s Edge, Indiana
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary
Content Rating: PG-13
POV: Third Person
Smexy Level: Subtle
Favorite Quote(s):
― “It was supposed to be you—every time, every date. It should have been you."
Overall Opinion:
With this being the first book of the "The Four Irish Brothers Winery" series I have read, I have to say it was an enjoyable experience. If you don't know me by now I've always been a sucker for the friends to lovers trope and the author did a great job putting these two characters together. The relatable lead characters that held a close bond and friendship, and overall cute romance story made it a decent read despite how I was displeased by the rush ending. It could have definitely ended with a better note but overall, a good read.

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5 Stars)
Title: Highland Captive
Author(s): Alyson McLayne
Character(s):
― Deirdre MacIntyre: 22 years old, Black, Blue-Gray Eyed
― Gavin MacKinnon: Blonde, Blue Eyed
Setting: Gleann Moireasdan, Scotland
Tag(s): Romance, Historical
Content Rating: R
POV: Third Person
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s):
― "My blood is so heated I just want to roll you under me and take my pleasure."
Overall Opinion:
When did I become such a sucker for historical romance novels? I'm not even going to lie, it was a challenge to put this one down. The dynamic between the great Highlander Gavin and the beautiful siren Deirdre left me wanting more, and with a cute kid thrown into the mix, this was an instant keeper. There was bubbling attraction, non-stop drama and a whirlwind romance that would leave anyone swooning for more.

Rating: ★✬☆☆☆ (1.5/5 Stars)
Title: Collide
Author(s): Nicole Sobon
Character(s):
― Gemma Michaels: ―
― Ben: Brunette, Brown Eyed
Setting: ―
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary
Content Rating: PG-13
POV: Alternates between Heroine/Hero
Smexy Level: Subtle
Favorite Quote(s): N/A
Overall Opinion:
First things first, what the hell did I read? This very quick friends turn lovers ‘romance’ series was an absolute joke. Where was the plot? Where was the chemistry? Where was everything? There was nothing to rave about this quick and easy read because that was the only good thing about this. Everything seemed so rushed and a bit boring for my taste. As much as I loved the ARC, this series just wasn’t meant for me.

Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5 Stars)
Title: Kickin' It
Author(s): Rachel Van Dyken
Character(s):
― Parker Speedman: Auburn, Brown Eyed
― Matt Kingston: 20 years old, Blonde, Blue Eyed
Setting: Washington, USA
Tag(s): Romance, Contemporary, Sports
Content Rating: R
POV: Alternates between Heroine/Hero
Smexy Level: Hot
Favorite Quote(s): N/A
Overall Opinion:
Started on a high note and I was overall please but the first few chapters but once the actual relationship began to develop between Parker and Matt, it was a fast moving train and once the "love you" bombed dropped I became instantly turned off. I will say I did like the dynamic between the athletes at first and I was really hoping Matt would be able to aide Parker in overcoming her past assault but once the attraction started, it didn't live up to my expectations. More built up and character development could have really made this series.