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Crave #1 by Maria Llovet
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
3.0
Mangos and Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera
challenging
emotional
funny
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
It took me a bit to ease into this story because I was listening to the audio and I wasn't a fan of the narrator. Once I got passed that I was able to get into this lovely grumpy and sunshine Christmas story. I was also a little scared to like Sully, but thankfully she wore me down and I think the reasoning behind her tough exterior was nicely explained. I was expecting a little more spice from this (I give it a 2.5/5 flames) having read a lot more of Herrera's work, but the story did ultimately need to unfold to show the work the characters were putting into their relationship and personal growth.
Anyway, a read I recommend and enjoyed overall!
Anyway, a read I recommend and enjoyed overall!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Homophobia
estrangement from biological family, grappling with love of culture and feeling shunned by it
Jingle Bell Games: A Steamy Holiday Novella by Cat Wynn
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
This was such a fun read for the holidays. I absolutely love Wynn’s take on romance, it usually hits so well for me. This book having retail work from hell during this season was just a funny cherry on top. The spicy was there for me, and I especially love the communication that this couple took the time to form (even for something they thought was short lived!)—you don’t always find that in romance, let alone a novella.
This story is heavy on close knit family, Christmas, and losing your job around the holidays.
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This story is heavy on close knit family, Christmas, and losing your job around the holidays.
I received an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Ana María and the Fox by Liana De la Rosa
emotional
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Haunted Hookup by Eliza McLane
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0