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The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
4.0
I couldn't stop smiling throughout the book. Well, almost throughout. It was a nice, cheesy romance in the best possible way.
Aaron's charisma and charm were a deadly combination. I read someone calling him a dreamy book boyfriend? That's accurate.
The slow burn was out of the charts. It had me curling my feet, giggle and long for more chapters.
”I’ll give you the world. The moon. The fucking stars. Anything you ask, it’s yours. I’m yours”.
Aaron's charisma and charm were a deadly combination. I read someone calling him a dreamy book boyfriend? That's accurate.
The slow burn was out of the charts. It had me curling my feet, giggle and long for more chapters.
”I’ll give you the world. The moon. The fucking stars. Anything you ask, it’s yours. I’m yours”.
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
emotional
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
This is such an impossibly sweet and humble book. It is a simple story of 2 childhood best friends and how they fell in love with each other. Macy and Elliott are so easy to fall for as a romance reader.
Friends to lovers has been one of my favourite trope for as long as I can remember. Its amazing how a quiet story can make you fall hard in love with it. This story may be a work of fiction but it definitely makes me wish dreams came true.
Friends to lovers has been one of my favourite trope for as long as I can remember. Its amazing how a quiet story can make you fall hard in love with it. This story may be a work of fiction but it definitely makes me wish dreams came true.
"Limerence."
There is no word like it: The state of being infatuated with another person."
“Favorite word?” he whispers.
I don’t even hesitate: “You.”
Twisted Lies by Ana Huang
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
This book was everything I needed and more. Stella and Christian are to die for. I was looking forward to them since Twisted Games and was so thrilled to read the banter, the tension, the romance. Woof!
There's something about a possessive hero who's morally gray but will turn the world upside down for the love of his life.
Some scenes reminded me of Fifty Shades trilogy especially because of the name Christian, obviously but I'm not complaining.
All I'm saying is that I'm glad I read Twisted series in the month of love. It gives me hope that how much ever different people are they can still be "the one" if they fall in love.
There's something about a possessive hero who's morally gray but will turn the world upside down for the love of his life.
Some scenes reminded me of Fifty Shades trilogy especially because of the name Christian, obviously but I'm not complaining.
All I'm saying is that I'm glad I read Twisted series in the month of love. It gives me hope that how much ever different people are they can still be "the one" if they fall in love.
"If my thoughts were chaos, she was my anchor. They always went back to her."
"Touch another man, he dies. Let another man touch you, he dies. Tell me I can't touch you..." His grip tightened on the back of my neck as his voice dropped. "And I will fucking die."
Twisted Hate by Ana Huang
emotional
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
This series is getting better and better for me. I loved the banter between Josh and Jules so much and was rooting for them since the first book. This could be one of my favourite enemies to lovers book as it was relatable, fun and exciting.
That first date scene????? Ohh, I was head over heels with that scene. It is one of every book lovers dream. And, its the main reason this book tugged at my heart.
That first date scene????? Ohh, I was head over heels with that scene. It is one of every book lovers dream. And, its the main reason this book tugged at my heart.
"You want someone who can challenge you. Excite you. Keep you on your toes."
"You're my personal hell, Red." He gave my hair another sharp tug. "And God help me, I don't want to fucking leave."
Twisted Games by Ana Huang
emotional
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
This was SO MUCH BETTER than book one. It gave me my favourite hallmark movie vibes but a more grown up version. I was never once bored and was really into the whole forbidden royal romance trope. The story was predictable but it still hit the nerve.
"You and me against the world, princess."
Twisted Love by Ana Huang
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.0
I'll be honest, it was a confusing reading experience for me. On one hand, I really liked this book but on the other, I really didn't.
So I liked the characters, their representation, the friendship between the four ladies, grumpyXsunshine and brother's best friend trope and all that has bookstagrammers going gaga over it.
What I did not like was how the plot turned cliché with Ava's father, the obvious turn of events towards the end. I'm not sure Alex suffered enough before getting the girl. I mean it was written that he suffered over the year but it was not shown enough - if you know what I mean. Also, I hate questionable nicknames while having sex, nope not my thing at all. It puts me off entirely.
Finally, I will definitely read the entire series because the story was not bad as such but just some differences in my interests. I am actually looking forward to more on the friendship between Ava, Bridget, Stella and Jules.
So I liked the characters, their representation, the friendship between the four ladies, grumpyXsunshine and brother's best friend trope and all that has bookstagrammers going gaga over it.
What I did not like was how the plot turned cliché with Ava's father, the obvious turn of events towards the end. I'm not sure Alex suffered enough before getting the girl. I mean it was written that he suffered over the year but it was not shown enough - if you know what I mean. Also, I hate questionable nicknames while having sex, nope not my thing at all. It puts me off entirely.
Finally, I will definitely read the entire series because the story was not bad as such but just some differences in my interests. I am actually looking forward to more on the friendship between Ava, Bridget, Stella and Jules.
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
When I first started reading ACOSF I had not expected to like it this much. I was not a Nesta fan since the beginning of this series and sure I went through IG and knew she was much more than what was portrayed BUT I did not expect to relate to her on so many feelings. I wouldn't say I'm a fan of Nesta Archeron but she has a special place in my heart now.
I mean what the author did with Nesta - her character development, her growth, her love for Cassian, her family and friends, her will to improve herself - just WOW! This story is definitely something I didn't want but needed.
I wanted more of Feyre and Rhys - who doesn't, right? But I get it being Nesta's story. I love how amazing Cassian is to her and for her. I want a Cassian in my life along with Rhysand. Maybe Rhysand could be the love of my life and Cassian could be my best friend? A girl can surely hope 😌
I mean what the author did with Nesta - her character development, her growth, her love for Cassian, her family and friends, her will to improve herself - just WOW! This story is definitely something I didn't want but needed.
I wanted more of Feyre and Rhys - who doesn't, right? But I get it being Nesta's story. I love how amazing Cassian is to her and for her. I want a Cassian in my life along with Rhysand. Maybe Rhysand could be the love of my life and Cassian could be my best friend? A girl can surely hope 😌
A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Maybe I shouldn't have read it just the next day of finishing ACOWAR. I mean I like it as such. Nothing wrong with it but it was "not more". I had to keep reminding myself it's a novella. Then I'd be like it's perfect for a novella. It was refreshing to experience the characters actually getting a chance to breathe, be together with their family and enjoy the Winter Solstice.
A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
This book was everything I could have hoped for. I was literally hanging on to every word throughout the book. ACOMAF is still my favourite book but this is the best finale with complexities, hope and happiness to this series. I loved it so much and it made me cry. This has been an incredible adventure full of dreams - one I'll cherish for a very long time. I don't want to leave these wonderful characters yet and I'm so glad for the next 2 books to sustain me a bit longer.
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I am so so so glad that I decided to give this series another chance and actually got to the next book. I finished, tossed and turned the entire time to start the next book - It was PERFECT. There is no other way to put it. JUST PERFECT.
This book made me feel so many different things at once and I had to literally stop myself from thinking too much and get my head straight. It made me laugh, cry, fantasize, drool, swoon, blush and what not.
I have become a huge fan of Feyre - the way she discovers herself is so inspiring. And, I love her new family. All of them (including scary Amren).
Where do I even begin about Rhysand? I am a 100% sure I am in love with him. This sexy, charismatic, sensitive, playful, shameless flirt has my heart forever.
"I am... very glad I met you, Rhys."
And the cliff-hanger at the end??? Why?? I couldn't stop myself from starting the next book immediately.
And yes, I still HATE Tamlin. More than ever.
This book made me feel so many different things at once and I had to literally stop myself from thinking too much and get my head straight. It made me laugh, cry, fantasize, drool, swoon, blush and what not.
I have become a huge fan of Feyre - the way she discovers herself is so inspiring. And, I love her new family. All of them (including scary Amren).
Where do I even begin about Rhysand? I am a 100% sure I am in love with him. This sexy, charismatic, sensitive, playful, shameless flirt has my heart forever.
"I am... very glad I met you, Rhys."
And the cliff-hanger at the end??? Why?? I couldn't stop myself from starting the next book immediately.
And yes, I still HATE Tamlin. More than ever.