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You Can't Kiss the Nanny, Brady Banks by Piper Rayne
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.0
Single dad x nanny will always get me!
After a one night stand no strings attached situation, Violet never expects to see Brady again. They never exchanged any information and went on their ways, except neither of them could stop thinking about the other. Brady is about ready to give up on ever finding Violet, so imagine his surprise when Violet ends up being his son, Theo, new live-in nanny.
Neither of them know how to approach this so Violet chooses to ignore it, but Brady can't shake her from his thoughts. Violet understands that she is there to do a job - nanny Theo, but Brady won't let her off that easy. Their attraction was palpable, so it was only a matter of time before they gave in to each other again.
I loved seeing Violet create a relationship with Theo. He was the cutest six year old boy who was going through a lot with his mom being across the world for a job. Because of the co-parenting schedule Brady had, Theo never went that long without seeing his mom so he was so confused when she was gone for so long, but Violet did such an amazing job with caring for him and helping him through it.
I think Brady was a great character, but I do think I wanted a bit more from him throughout the book. The ending really saved him for me, but throughout the book he seemed a bit flat at times. I feel like Violet's character was so raw and real with what she was going through, so I wanted to see a bit more of Brady too.
In the end, I enjoyed all the character developments and the relationships that were built.
After a one night stand no strings attached situation, Violet never expects to see Brady again. They never exchanged any information and went on their ways, except neither of them could stop thinking about the other. Brady is about ready to give up on ever finding Violet, so imagine his surprise when Violet ends up being his son, Theo, new live-in nanny.
Neither of them know how to approach this so Violet chooses to ignore it, but Brady can't shake her from his thoughts. Violet understands that she is there to do a job - nanny Theo, but Brady won't let her off that easy. Their attraction was palpable, so it was only a matter of time before they gave in to each other again.
I loved seeing Violet create a relationship with Theo. He was the cutest six year old boy who was going through a lot with his mom being across the world for a job. Because of the co-parenting schedule Brady had, Theo never went that long without seeing his mom so he was so confused when she was gone for so long, but Violet did such an amazing job with caring for him and helping him through it.
I think Brady was a great character, but I do think I wanted a bit more from him throughout the book. The ending really saved him for me, but throughout the book he seemed a bit flat at times. I feel like Violet's character was so raw and real with what she was going through, so I wanted to see a bit more of Brady too.
In the end, I enjoyed all the character developments and the relationships that were built.
Blind Pass by Teagan Hunter
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
RYAN AND RHODES WERE EVERYTHING!!!
After a drunken night in Vegas to drown their sorrows, Ryan and Rhodes wake up married... and even worse is they already put it all over social media. Rhodes is a hot shot hockey player who isn't known for being the friendliest guy on the rink and Ryan is his exact opposite being the happy go-lucky girl she is. After they realize what they've done, Rhodes realizes that it would do less damage to pretend their marriage than it would be to get a divorce. Since the season is about to start, Ryan figures it wouldn't hurt since he offers to help her with some financial burdens in her life at the moment.
From the start you know that there is a little hint of something between Ryan and Rhodes, but neither of them care to admit it. Ryan simply just thinks that Rhodes is a grump who needs to lighten up, but Rhodes has been through a lot and doesn't think he is capable of loving anymore.
Watching their relationship develop and their guards start to lower had me screaming! I loved Ryan and Rhodes together. They had such an easy relationship once Rhodes allows Ryan in and opens up to her. Ryan was truly a gem. I loved her so much. While I was so sad about the third act break up and felt it could've been avoided, I enjoyed watching Rhodes let his walls down and be honest about how he felt.
I loved these characters so much, I definitely need to finish up the series!
After a drunken night in Vegas to drown their sorrows, Ryan and Rhodes wake up married... and even worse is they already put it all over social media. Rhodes is a hot shot hockey player who isn't known for being the friendliest guy on the rink and Ryan is his exact opposite being the happy go-lucky girl she is. After they realize what they've done, Rhodes realizes that it would do less damage to pretend their marriage than it would be to get a divorce. Since the season is about to start, Ryan figures it wouldn't hurt since he offers to help her with some financial burdens in her life at the moment.
From the start you know that there is a little hint of something between Ryan and Rhodes, but neither of them care to admit it. Ryan simply just thinks that Rhodes is a grump who needs to lighten up, but Rhodes has been through a lot and doesn't think he is capable of loving anymore.
Watching their relationship develop and their guards start to lower had me screaming! I loved Ryan and Rhodes together. They had such an easy relationship once Rhodes allows Ryan in and opens up to her. Ryan was truly a gem. I loved her so much. While I was so sad about the third act break up and felt it could've been avoided, I enjoyed watching Rhodes let his walls down and be honest about how he felt.
I loved these characters so much, I definitely need to finish up the series!
The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I honestly loved the twisty story of Camden and Jules!
I love the drama of rich people and this book was no different. At a young age Camden was adopted by Jules. She instantly took a liking to how good he was in comparison to her other children. Learning about Ruby's past and how it dictated the present was so entertaining. When Ruby passed she left the entire estate of Ashby to Camden, but since he never felt like he fit in, he didn't stick around the estate and instead started his own life elsewhere where he met his wife Jules. When Camden is summoned back to Ashby estate, he is hesitant but Jules encourages him to go and see what is going on. Upon arriving, Camden immediately regrets it but sticks it out to make sure everything is good.
Both Camden and Jules both held a lot of secrets, and I loved seeing them unravel. Having the story be told from both perspectives really added to the overall atmosphere of the book. It was honestly so addicting to read about all these lies being revealed and confessions being made. I was intrigued the whole time and basically binged it.
I love the drama of rich people and this book was no different. At a young age Camden was adopted by Jules. She instantly took a liking to how good he was in comparison to her other children. Learning about Ruby's past and how it dictated the present was so entertaining. When Ruby passed she left the entire estate of Ashby to Camden, but since he never felt like he fit in, he didn't stick around the estate and instead started his own life elsewhere where he met his wife Jules. When Camden is summoned back to Ashby estate, he is hesitant but Jules encourages him to go and see what is going on. Upon arriving, Camden immediately regrets it but sticks it out to make sure everything is good.
Both Camden and Jules both held a lot of secrets, and I loved seeing them unravel. Having the story be told from both perspectives really added to the overall atmosphere of the book. It was honestly so addicting to read about all these lies being revealed and confessions being made. I was intrigued the whole time and basically binged it.
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
emotional
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Another adventure for Violet and Xaden
This book was a lot longer than it needed to be, but still entertaining nonetheless. I felt like for a lot of the book we were going around in circles but the book also felt fast paced, so it was a weird feeling.
I loved the development of Violet and learning more about the dragons. The emotional whiplash was real throughout this book, but also worth it? I will say that I felt some of the "conflict" with Violet was a bit immature, but I also understood where she was coming from. She had been through a lot, and the new characters that were introduced added a whole new dynamic to the book. The drama was giving, and I honestly wanted a bit more out of it.
The ending... ugh the ending! Definitely looking forward to the next book, because I am so curious as to where that ending will lead to. So many different ways it can go.
This book was a lot longer than it needed to be, but still entertaining nonetheless. I felt like for a lot of the book we were going around in circles but the book also felt fast paced, so it was a weird feeling.
I loved the development of Violet and learning more about the dragons. The emotional whiplash was real throughout this book, but also worth it? I will say that I felt some of the "conflict" with Violet was a bit immature, but I also understood where she was coming from. She had been through a lot, and the new characters that were introduced added a whole new dynamic to the book. The drama was giving, and I honestly wanted a bit more out of it.
The ending... ugh the ending! Definitely looking forward to the next book, because I am so curious as to where that ending will lead to. So many different ways it can go.
Blame it on the Champagne by Fiona Cole
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Vera and Nico were an incredible match.
Vera is the daughter of the owner of a huge shipping company that has been in her family for years and years. When her father tells her it is time for her to enter an arranged marriage, Vera panics because she thought she had more time to be independent. Vera doesn't believe she should just be a wife, instead she wants to add value to the company and actually work but her father doesn't believe in that. Vera decides to go behind her dad's back and apply to a smaller shipping company where she meets her boss, Nico, and they instantly get off on the wrong foot.
Vera and Nico were honestly so fun! The growth of their connection was so real and their banter was so entertaining. I loved watching both characters let their guard down slowly and start to understand the other. Both characters had a hard past to get through and opening up about that to each other was so heartwarming.
While the third act break up made sense and I seen it coming from a mile away, it still annoyed me a bit. Seeing how both characters were hurting so much, really had me so sad! I understood the way it happened, but I just wanted them to be happy.
In the end, it was a lot of fun and such a quick read.
Vera is the daughter of the owner of a huge shipping company that has been in her family for years and years. When her father tells her it is time for her to enter an arranged marriage, Vera panics because she thought she had more time to be independent. Vera doesn't believe she should just be a wife, instead she wants to add value to the company and actually work but her father doesn't believe in that. Vera decides to go behind her dad's back and apply to a smaller shipping company where she meets her boss, Nico, and they instantly get off on the wrong foot.
Vera and Nico were honestly so fun! The growth of their connection was so real and their banter was so entertaining. I loved watching both characters let their guard down slowly and start to understand the other. Both characters had a hard past to get through and opening up about that to each other was so heartwarming.
While the third act break up made sense and I seen it coming from a mile away, it still annoyed me a bit. Seeing how both characters were hurting so much, really had me so sad! I understood the way it happened, but I just wanted them to be happy.
In the end, it was a lot of fun and such a quick read.
Watch Your Mouth by Kandi Steiner
emotional
funny
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Ugh Jaxon and Grace were so good!!
Grace is Jaxon's teammate/best friend's little sister, who is also eight years younger than him. From the first time Jaxon laid eyes on Grace, he was instantly intrigued by her. So it was a bucket of cold water poured on him when he realized that she was his best friend's younger sister. He knew better and tried to resist her every time she was around, but when she showed up at her brother's house crying, Jaxon was immediately on edge and wanted to help her feel better. When he offers to go for a drive to clear her head, Grace takes it as an opportunity to go on a road trip just the two of them! From the start, Grace always tried to push the boundaries between them, but because of her brother and their differences, Jaxon held strong in not giving in. After being alone with her day after day on their road trip to help Grace forget about her ex, Jaxon finds it harder and harder to resist her.
Eventually, they give in to the tension and agree that it is just for a couple of weeks while they are on their road trip, then they will go their separate ways and move on. As time goes on and they get to know each other more, the end is seemingly getting harder to accept.
Jaxon and Grace's story was so well done! I loved the tension between them, but also the balance of seriousness. Both characters had their flaws and needed to work through things, and on their road trip, they both grew a lot and were able to work through things together. Grace has always been the strong, free-spirited one in her family and friend group, but with Jaxon, she was able to be vulnerable and show what she was feeling. Seeing them together had me swooning and kicking my feet. Despite the odds against them, they knew their connection was worth it. I loved seeing their development and natural feelings mature for each other.
Such a great book! Loved seeing Vince and Maven as well. Cannot wait for Daddy P's book next.
Grace is Jaxon's teammate/best friend's little sister, who is also eight years younger than him. From the first time Jaxon laid eyes on Grace, he was instantly intrigued by her. So it was a bucket of cold water poured on him when he realized that she was his best friend's younger sister. He knew better and tried to resist her every time she was around, but when she showed up at her brother's house crying, Jaxon was immediately on edge and wanted to help her feel better. When he offers to go for a drive to clear her head, Grace takes it as an opportunity to go on a road trip just the two of them! From the start, Grace always tried to push the boundaries between them, but because of her brother and their differences, Jaxon held strong in not giving in. After being alone with her day after day on their road trip to help Grace forget about her ex, Jaxon finds it harder and harder to resist her.
Eventually, they give in to the tension and agree that it is just for a couple of weeks while they are on their road trip, then they will go their separate ways and move on. As time goes on and they get to know each other more, the end is seemingly getting harder to accept.
Jaxon and Grace's story was so well done! I loved the tension between them, but also the balance of seriousness. Both characters had their flaws and needed to work through things, and on their road trip, they both grew a lot and were able to work through things together. Grace has always been the strong, free-spirited one in her family and friend group, but with Jaxon, she was able to be vulnerable and show what she was feeling. Seeing them together had me swooning and kicking my feet. Despite the odds against them, they knew their connection was worth it. I loved seeing their development and natural feelings mature for each other.
Such a great book! Loved seeing Vince and Maven as well. Cannot wait for Daddy P's book next.
Something like Lust by Piper Rayne
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed Damon and Adeline's story!
When Adeline discovers she's pregnant after a one-night stand with Damon, she is unsure what to do. She wants to tell him, but Damon is in the middle of his football season and Adeline doesn't want to get in the middle of that. When the season ends, Damon gets a text from Adeline about the news then she ghosts him. Left with no choice, Damon gets in his car and drives to the middle school where Adeline works and refuses to leave until he sees and talks to her. After confirming that the baby is Damon's, he knows that he wants to be involved instead of just sending Adeline a check every month.
Watching Adeline and Damon get to know each other was so sweet! Damon was such a nice surprise. Having a playboy reputation, you don't know what to expect of him as a father, but he took his role very seriously and made sure Adeline was taken care of from the moment he found out about the pregnancy until the birth. After the birth, Damon falls immediately in love with their child.
Adeline and Damon were such a good match! Their romance flowed so nicely and had me rooting for them the entire time. This book had me laughing and swooning page after page! Both these characters had a history to deal with, but I do wish we got to know Damon and his scars a little more. He had experienced something hard at a young age, and I wish we got to see him talk about it more with Adeline so that she could understand him more. I loved the maturity of our characters given their situation.
I never know what to expect with surprise pregnancy books, but this one was so well done and easy to read that I binged it in a day! Seeing characters from the first book in the series was also so much fun. I love character cameos! Overall, really enjoyed it and can't wait for Cooper's book next!
When Adeline discovers she's pregnant after a one-night stand with Damon, she is unsure what to do. She wants to tell him, but Damon is in the middle of his football season and Adeline doesn't want to get in the middle of that. When the season ends, Damon gets a text from Adeline about the news then she ghosts him. Left with no choice, Damon gets in his car and drives to the middle school where Adeline works and refuses to leave until he sees and talks to her. After confirming that the baby is Damon's, he knows that he wants to be involved instead of just sending Adeline a check every month.
Watching Adeline and Damon get to know each other was so sweet! Damon was such a nice surprise. Having a playboy reputation, you don't know what to expect of him as a father, but he took his role very seriously and made sure Adeline was taken care of from the moment he found out about the pregnancy until the birth. After the birth, Damon falls immediately in love with their child.
Adeline and Damon were such a good match! Their romance flowed so nicely and had me rooting for them the entire time. This book had me laughing and swooning page after page! Both these characters had a history to deal with, but I do wish we got to know Damon and his scars a little more. He had experienced something hard at a young age, and I wish we got to see him talk about it more with Adeline so that she could understand him more. I loved the maturity of our characters given their situation.
I never know what to expect with surprise pregnancy books, but this one was so well done and easy to read that I binged it in a day! Seeing characters from the first book in the series was also so much fun. I love character cameos! Overall, really enjoyed it and can't wait for Cooper's book next!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
The Fury by Alex Michaelides
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I'll be completely honest... I have no clue what happened here.
I loved all the authors previous books, so this is honestly a huge surprise for me to not love this one too.
I felt like from the beginning I didn't care for the characters. I didn't love the narration method with Elliot and I felt like it was a bit messy. I got a lot of whiplash in this book because things were all over the place, which I 100% believe some people are going to love. Personally, the entire story didn't seem intriguing enough and the motives were bland to me.
I don't mind unlikeable characters, especially in a thriller, but I felt like these characters just didn't do it for me. I did find it a little hard to follow along with as well. Overall, I think my main issue with the book was the storytelling. I've loved the authors ability to tell a story in the past, but this one just seemed like it was trying to do too much and was doing a lot of the reveals for the shock factor. The characters were not mature at all and the lack of development in any of the characters wasn't a good time for me.
I'm going to write this one off as a "not for me" and hope the next one is better! I'm so sure this book will have its audience, unfortunately it just wasn't me this time.
I loved all the authors previous books, so this is honestly a huge surprise for me to not love this one too.
I felt like from the beginning I didn't care for the characters. I didn't love the narration method with Elliot and I felt like it was a bit messy. I got a lot of whiplash in this book because things were all over the place, which I 100% believe some people are going to love. Personally, the entire story didn't seem intriguing enough and the motives were bland to me.
I don't mind unlikeable characters, especially in a thriller, but I felt like these characters just didn't do it for me. I did find it a little hard to follow along with as well. Overall, I think my main issue with the book was the storytelling. I've loved the authors ability to tell a story in the past, but this one just seemed like it was trying to do too much and was doing a lot of the reveals for the shock factor. The characters were not mature at all and the lack of development in any of the characters wasn't a good time for me.
I'm going to write this one off as a "not for me" and hope the next one is better! I'm so sure this book will have its audience, unfortunately it just wasn't me this time.
In Your Wildest Dreams by Rebecca Jenshak
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Ash and Bridget were perfect!!
I loved Ash so much and his patience in trying to understand Bridget. She had a hard relationship in the past and didn't think she was ready to get to know someone else, but Ash quickly helped her understand that he was trustworthy and wanted to get to know her for the right reasons. I honestly loved them together and the relationship that Bridget formed with everyone else, especially Everly!
Seeing Bridget grow into herself again and trust herself was such a beautiful journey to see. Ash never thought he would see the day when he would find someone he would want forever with, but from the first moment he saw Bridget, he knew she was different. She played hard to get, but the more he got to know her, the more he was falling for her. Ash was so sweet and supportive of Bridget, I loved every second of it.
The development of their relationship was so genuine AND THERE WAS NO THIRD ACT BREAK UP!!! This was such an easy and addictive read! It got me out of a month-long slump. I just couldn't put it down.
I loved Ash so much and his patience in trying to understand Bridget. She had a hard relationship in the past and didn't think she was ready to get to know someone else, but Ash quickly helped her understand that he was trustworthy and wanted to get to know her for the right reasons. I honestly loved them together and the relationship that Bridget formed with everyone else, especially Everly!
Seeing Bridget grow into herself again and trust herself was such a beautiful journey to see. Ash never thought he would see the day when he would find someone he would want forever with, but from the first moment he saw Bridget, he knew she was different. She played hard to get, but the more he got to know her, the more he was falling for her. Ash was so sweet and supportive of Bridget, I loved every second of it.
The development of their relationship was so genuine AND THERE WAS NO THIRD ACT BREAK UP!!! This was such an easy and addictive read! It got me out of a month-long slump. I just couldn't put it down.
Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This one was definitely entertaining.
It kept me on my toes the whole time because of how fast-paced it was. With both characters being opposites but having the same drive for revenge, it made for an interesting story. I liked the dynamic and how they grew to understand each other and see where the other person is coming person.
The plot was so engaging that I just kept wanting to keep reading. The ending was bittersweet, but still enjoyable.
It kept me on my toes the whole time because of how fast-paced it was. With both characters being opposites but having the same drive for revenge, it made for an interesting story. I liked the dynamic and how they grew to understand each other and see where the other person is coming person.
The plot was so engaging that I just kept wanting to keep reading. The ending was bittersweet, but still enjoyable.