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Book Review – Heaven and Hell by Kristen Ashley with Giveaway

08/23/2014

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Heaven and Hell by Kristen Ashley

Standalone. Adult Contemporary.

Wow. Kristen Ashley does it again. This woman is a genius. Even my least favorite of her books are still amazing. But Heaven and Hell is way at the top. I have had it on my Kindle for a long time, just kind of waiting for a book funk which Kristen has never failed to pull me out of. I mistakenly thought it was paranormal (angels and devils) but it isn’t. It had been about a week that I just couldn’t get into a book, so I knew to break out the KA Magic. And yes. It is magic!

Heaven and Hell is a bit of a departure from Kristen’s other books in that it is a standalone for now, and it’s more emotional, more dialogue driven, more character driven, and a little less action than her others. But we still have a lovable quirky heroine and a badass alpha.

Kia spent 7 years in a miserable marriage with Cooter (I really hated that name I couldn’t see him as scary with that name).  She suffered his abuse silently, and trying to get away just made things worse.

“Then he kicked me in the back. I bit back my cry at this new pain focus and thanked God he was only wearing a sock. When he kicked me, he did it no matter what footwear he was wearing and since his job meant he had to wear steel-toed boots, I’d learned a sock was far, far better.”

Soon Kia gains the freedom from Cooter and the means to travel abroad. Though Kia has low self-esteem and is a bit fearful, she is determined to travel and experience life. She ends up in beautiful Lake Como, Italy, where she sees her favorite celebrity crush eating breakfast at the table next to her.

Sampson Cooper!
Oh.
My.
Freaking.
God!
I couldn’t sit one table over from Sampson Freaking Cooper!
What was he doing in Italy? What was he doing sitting alone at a table in a beautiful, expensive hotel in Italy? Where was the supermodel-esque hot chick that had to be his woman?

Sampson was an ex-pro ball player who then went into the army, after that he went off the grid, doing something dangerous. Kia knew all of this because she and her friends internet stalked him whenever they could. One even had a life-sized cut out of him in her bedroom. But when she sees him at the table next to her, she was so tied up that she decided to pretend he didn’t exist. Until he spoke to her.

“He was the most beautiful man I’d ever seen in my life. By far. And that was before I saw him in real life and in real life he was more beautiful than ever.
But that deep, rough-like-velvet laughter glided right across every inch of my skin, leaving beauty in its wake that soaked through and, I swear to God, it felt like it settled into my soul.”

Sampson had to be the most verbose hero Kristen has ever written. While normally her heroes are taciturn grunters, Sam was a talker. He was honest, he laid out the bottom line, was observant, and called Kia out on her actions often. But he was still a steamroller alpha, almost demanding her to be his. But sometimes, although I got the gist of what he was saying, I just had to reread it a few times to get it fully.

“Now, I’m worried about you ‘cause this feels good. If it feels this good now, that means it could get better. What happens tonight is close to what happened this morning, it’s definitely gonna get better. But right now, it feels good enough I give a shit about it stayin’ this good, enough to work at it, enough to make it better. And I don’t need to find a woman I finally feel good with and have her not able to handle the shit that comes with me.” ~Sam

Sam knows just what to say. I highlighted so many quotes, that I honestly put off reviewing this book for almost a month because I just couldn’t choose.

Sam was patient with Kia. He educated her on what a healthy relationship was. But Sam was hiding something. And as much as he preached communication, he didn’t listen to his own advice. As much as he made it clear he loved her, could she live with the secrets? One thing you know about him–he’s a GOOD man.

“Cheated on you and beat you.”
Oh God. “Sam –”
“You, fuckin’ you. Look at you. What the fuck?”
I pressed my lips together. He wasn’t done. “Any woman but fuck, fuck,” he clipped. “You. You. Takin’ a hand to you would be like takin’ a razorblade to La Scapigliata.”

Not only was he GOOD, but he was REALLY GOOD.

“Two choices, I eat you then fuck you in bed then we shower or I eat you in bed then I fuck you in the shower.”

I loved the lead characters, but the side characters were also amazing. Celeste was just the most amazing woman ever. And my heart broke for Luci. I really hope we get her story soon. There were some other great characters too:

“We also had a short visit from a man called Joe “Cal” Callahan, Sam’s security specialist. Like Tanner Layne and Lee Nightingale, Joe Callahan was tall, dark, built and unbelievably gorgeous.”

Likes:
  • Kristen Ashley wrote a character-driven, unputdownable novel.
  • The way Sam could read Kia and encourage great communication.
  • That Sampson could read her so well because he took the time to really study her.
  • I cried, I laughed, I swooned, and I read almost the whole book with a Kristen Ashley grin.
  • Cal, Tanner (with the mention of Ryker), and Lee!!!
  • Kia’s resilience and Sam’s strength.
  • It was nice and long.
  • That Sam told her to “Fight back and learn to be fearless.”
  • Amazing side characters I fell for.
  • Beautiful scenery in a foreign setting.
  • The dog–it actually inspired me to get my new puppy!
Dislikes:
  • Some of Sam’s dialogue was so long, wordy and run-on that I had to re-read a few times to get what he was saying.
  • “Cooter” I just couldn’t take the name seriously.
Rating: 5 stars, 4 heat

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While Heaven and Hell was a little quieter than most of Kristen’s other books, there was still some action. There were hit men, danger, and even security from Cal and Lee! (Squee!). There was even a little laugh out loud humor.  This story was more about an abused woman healing and getting herself back with the help of an insightful, observant, and patient man. Sam helped Kia learn to trust again. He constantly dug for the truth behind her words and actions, and never let her hide behind her fears. He understood her damaged psyche and worked hard to heal and love her. I even sent a quote to my husband:

“In a healthy relationship, you’re allowed to get pissed and in my face. Fuck, I need you to do that so I know what buttons not to push, where I can’t go and avoid those places. And I’ll do the same for you. Its part of learning how to take care of each other. Its fighting but its a form of communication and it’s also a form of trust. We have words, we come to terms, we learn about each other and we move on stronger.”

Sam was by far, the most communicative of Kristen Ashley’s heroes, and boy, he knew the right things to say and do. Sure, he made mistakes along the way, but he quickly realized and rectified them. As always, I just loved the characters, and Heaven and Hell was another Kristen Ashley book to break one of the worst reading slumps I ever had.

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  1. Karen Williams says

    08/23/2014 at 4:19 pm

    I love all of Kristen Ashley’s books. Can’t wait to read this one.

    Reply
  2. Lori Moore says

    08/23/2014 at 4:32 pm

    Love her books

    Reply
  3. Jacqueline says

    08/23/2014 at 7:05 pm

    I loved Heaven and Hell too. I love Mystery Man and the Colorado Mountain Series but also have a soft spot for The Burg and Rock Chick. Oh and Knight.

    Reply
  4. Shell says

    08/23/2014 at 7:07 pm

    Thanks for the chance

    Reply
  5. Mary Lowery says

    08/23/2014 at 7:13 pm

    I haven’t read any and I don’t know why…..I’ve heard nothing but great things about Kristen Ashley!

    Reply
  6. Karen McDonald says

    08/23/2014 at 7:18 pm

    Thanks for the chance of the giveaway. I can’t say with one is my favorite because I love her books!!

    Reply
  7. Jenn says

    08/23/2014 at 7:27 pm

    I love Kristen Ashley. My favorite is the Dream Series. I just finished Raid last week and I loved it.

    Reply
  8. Michelle Routhier says

    08/23/2014 at 7:30 pm

    I love The Will and Mystery Man.

    Reply
  9. Nicole Newman says

    08/23/2014 at 7:42 pm

    Being from Colorado I have to pick the Colorado Mountian Series. But I love all of her books and I can’t wait to read this one. Thank you for this wonderful giveaway.

    Reply
  10. Trudy says

    08/23/2014 at 7:49 pm

    I have read most of Kristen Ashley’s books. I really like the Rock Chick series, but The Will is my favorite and I can’t wait for the rest of the trilogy.

    Reply
  11. jodi marinich says

    08/23/2014 at 7:59 pm

    love all of ashleys books

    Reply
  12. Nicole says

    08/23/2014 at 8:11 pm

    Haven’t read any but can’t wait to start heaven and hell

    Reply
  13. Maria Theresa Santos says

    08/23/2014 at 8:13 pm

    No i haven’t read any of her books yet

    Reply
  14. DJ Sakata says

    08/23/2014 at 8:18 pm

    I should be embarrassed to admit- I don’t think I have read any…

    Reply
  15. Debra D says

    08/23/2014 at 8:34 pm

    Sorry, IMPOSSIBLE to pick one!!! I have read almost everything she has written! I love the Three Series and I can’t wait for the final book!

    Reply
  16. Sabrina Taylor says

    08/23/2014 at 8:38 pm

    I have read The Gamble and it was amazing. I just started Lady Luck. With no local book store and having to go to the city it’s difficult to find Kristen’s books. Loving them so far.

    Reply
  17. Maria Malaveci says

    08/23/2014 at 8:50 pm

    Thanks so much for the giveaway!!!

    Reply
  18. Charlene E says

    08/23/2014 at 8:51 pm

    I LOVE KA!!! My favorite is Sweet Dreams.

    Reply
  19. T Hammond says

    08/23/2014 at 8:53 pm

    Love KA– versatile, yet a distinctive style that never fails to satisfy my need for a great read.

    Reply
  20. Zita R says

    08/23/2014 at 9:07 pm

    I love her books. I have to read this one soon!

    Reply
    • Zita R says

      08/23/2014 at 9:08 pm

      Forgot to note my favorite. There are many like all the Dream Man series but The Gamble is my favorite so far.

      Reply
  21. Melisa P. says

    08/23/2014 at 9:22 pm

    I’ve read more than half of her books, they’re awesome!Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  22. kp says

    08/23/2014 at 10:06 pm

    Love her books!

    Reply
  23. Michelle M says

    08/23/2014 at 10:19 pm

    I have read most of her books. It’s impossible for me to pick a favorite! For a bit it was Wild Man and then it was Play it Safe then Rock Chick Regret then……..yeah I have no favorite. I love KA!

    Reply
  24. Ana Jaen says

    08/23/2014 at 10:25 pm

    AT PEACE is my favorite.

    Reply
  25. Dana says

    08/23/2014 at 10:47 pm

    I am not sure I have a favorite, but I loved The Will and will be a Team Walker member forever!!

    Reply
  26. Stephanie Lashbrook says

    08/24/2014 at 12:03 am

    Have them on my TBR but haven’t got to any of them yet. Looking forward to them. Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  27. Susan T. says

    08/24/2014 at 1:13 am

    Love Colorado and Dream Man series’s are my favorite.

    Reply
  28. Susan T. says

    08/24/2014 at 1:14 am

    Love Colorado and Dream Man series are my favorite.

    Reply
  29. Melissa adams says

    08/24/2014 at 1:16 am

    I think I have read almost all of KA books but my favorite is they Fantsyland series. I had it on my kindle for almost a year and finally read the first and they are just AMAZING!!!

    Reply
  30. Elizabeth says

    08/24/2014 at 1:44 am

    Just finished Lady Luck! Loved It!
    If I win I would choose Breathe

    Reply
  31. Olivia Tan says

    08/24/2014 at 2:07 am

    Dream Man and Mystery Man
    Thank you for the chance 🙂

    Reply
  32. Katarzyna says

    08/24/2014 at 8:51 am

    I haven’t read any of that author’s books yet, I heard many good things about the Dream Man series and it’s on my TBR list, waiting to be read 😉
    Thanks for the chance! 🙂

    Reply
  33. Juli Huber Hall says

    08/24/2014 at 9:43 am

    My favs are the Dream Man series and Chaos MC series

    Reply
  34. Jansen says

    08/24/2014 at 9:58 am

    LOVE Kristen Ashley! LOVE the Colorado Mountain series!

    Reply
  35. Cheri says

    08/24/2014 at 10:10 am

    You are so right when you say her writing is magic. I also use it to get me out of a book funk. Reading any Kristen Ashley book is like coming home. I honestly don’t know if I could pick a favorite, but Heaven and Hell is right up there.

    Reply
  36. Rachel Wallace says

    08/24/2014 at 10:23 am

    I love KA books and have read almost all of them! I have not read Heaven and He’ll yet though 😉 my favorite will always be the one I started with The Gamble !

    Reply
  37. karen j says

    08/24/2014 at 10:56 am

    I haven’t had the chance to read any but I want to! A lot of her books are on my TBR list!

    Reply
  38. Bonny McDevitt says

    08/24/2014 at 10:59 am

    Unfortunately I haven’t read any of her books yet ;(

    Reply
  39. KellyMae says

    08/24/2014 at 11:53 am

    I’ve only heard great things about Ashley, but for what ever reason, I just haven’t gotten to reading her books yet. I would very much like to start somewhere, so maybe I’ll be lucky enough to win!

    Reply
  40. Ruth says

    08/24/2014 at 11:58 am

    Wild Man is my favorite KA book

    Reply
  41. Dana Fiore Stusse says

    08/24/2014 at 12:27 pm

    No, not yet. Isn’t that ridiculously out of touch with the reading world? I need to change that!

    Reply
  42. Jessica Godfrey says

    08/24/2014 at 12:34 pm

    Like you, I’ve had this in my TBR section of my kindle. I might have to move it forward. After I finish reading another read thru of Colorado Moutain Men! Thanks for the heads up about this book!

    Reply
  43. Jessica Godfrey says

    08/24/2014 at 12:40 pm

    There are so many to choose from that area fav but I would have to say sweet Dreams, motorcycle man and rock chick revenge. Seriously, that’s a hard choice for favorites:)

    Reply
  44. Jeannie L says

    08/24/2014 at 12:49 pm

    I’m a relatively new reader of Kristen Ashley’s books. I read The Will and I absolutely loved it. A few of her other books are in my ereader waiting to be read.

    Reply
  45. Stacy says

    08/24/2014 at 12:52 pm

    I have read several of Kristen’s books, I would have to say that the Mystery Men series is my favorite!

    Reply
  46. Sabrina Taylor says

    08/24/2014 at 1:27 pm

    I read The Gamble recently and just started reading Lady Luck. Our local book store closed 2 months ago and now have to drive to the city to find books. Love Kristen’s style of writing and so thankful she shares her wonderful talent with all us readers. Makes my “me” time so much more enjoyable being able to read her books. Thanks for the wonderful opportunity to win another amazing book.

    Reply
  47. Kassandra Zamora says

    08/24/2014 at 1:53 pm

    Yesss! Right now I’m torn between The Gamble and Mystery Man <3

    Reply
  48. Heather says

    08/24/2014 at 3:00 pm

    Love them all, but it was the Rock Chicks that sucked me in, so I’ll go with that!

    Reply
  49. Victoria Alexander says

    08/24/2014 at 5:33 pm

    I love Kristen Ashley! I love her Dream Man series and the Chao and the Colorado Mountain series and her Unfinished hero series LOL…I love everything I’ve read by her. Thanks for the awesome giveaway 🙂

    Reply
  50. Ann T says

    08/24/2014 at 8:02 pm

    I love Kristen Ashley!!! Mystery Man is my favorite 🙂

    Reply
  51. Juana Esparza says

    08/24/2014 at 10:23 pm

    I have read the Chaos series and loved it. I plan to read her other series too.

    jmesparza821 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  52. Gail D says

    08/24/2014 at 10:37 pm

    I love all her books!! I’m rereading ROCK Chick series for the umpteenth time!!

    Reply
  53. Erika says

    08/24/2014 at 11:04 pm

    She is high on my list of author’s to read but haven’t gotten to one yet! Thanks for the opportunity to win one of her books!

    Reply
  54. Laina G says

    08/25/2014 at 1:13 am

    I have several on my Kindle but I haven’t read any yet!

    Reply
  55. Linda says

    08/25/2014 at 2:22 am

    I love Kristen Ashley’s books, but my favourite so far are the Rock Chick series. I also love love that I can be reading another series and Rock Chick characters can pop up unexpectedly!

    Reply
  56. Carrie says

    08/25/2014 at 8:35 am

    Ya know, I don’t think I’ve read any of her books. I would love to win so that I can. 🙂

    Reply
  57. Gina H says

    08/25/2014 at 10:13 am

    I have not read Kristen’s books though a few of them are on my TBR list! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  58. Kim M says

    08/25/2014 at 1:15 pm

    I love Kristen Ashley. Have quite few of her books and I get lost in her words with the descriptive nature of her writing. Thank you for the giveaway!! Would love to add another to the collection. 🙂

    Reply
  59. Chanpreet says

    08/25/2014 at 1:56 pm

    I love Kristen’s Rock Chick, Dream Man, and Colorado series. Her books are so good!

    Reply
  60. Laura G says

    08/25/2014 at 8:23 pm

    Loved Heaven & Hell!!!

    Reply
  61. Karen G. says

    08/26/2014 at 6:58 am

    I have read many of her books and am reading Raid right now. Law Man is my favorite so far. 🙂

    Reply
  62. Priscilla Thacker says

    08/26/2014 at 8:23 am

    I love her books!! The Will is my favorite <3

    Reply
  63. Mica says

    08/26/2014 at 12:26 pm

    I’ve ready practically everything my Kristen Ashley…My Favorites are At Peace, Law Man, & Heaven & Hell. I’m currently listening to the Rock Chicks on Audio and Loving those once again! Really, all things KA are fantastic!!!

    Reply
  64. Sarah says

    08/26/2014 at 3:44 pm

    I’m embarrassed to say I haven’t read a single book yet? I have a couple on my TBR pile though.

    Reply
  65. Kerry G says

    08/26/2014 at 7:27 pm

    I have read pretty much all KA books except her paranormal & a few of the Rock Chicks…and there is no way I could pick just one favorite. This book, however, has a special place in my heart because it is the first KA book I read 🙂

    Reply
  66. Tina M says

    08/27/2014 at 5:00 pm

    I haven’t read any of Kristen’s book but she’s on my to read list on Goodreads now!

    Reply
  67. Sabrina D says

    08/28/2014 at 1:36 am

    Yes I have read Kristen Ashley and I love the Rock Chick series the most. Thanks for the GA!

    Reply
  68. Pam says

    08/28/2014 at 1:52 am

    I’ve only read the some of the Rock Chick series so far, but I love them. Lee is my favorite. 🙂

    Reply
  69. Diana Doan says

    08/28/2014 at 12:05 pm

    I haven’t read any of Kristen’s books yet. I have a bunch on my Kindle though, just need to get to them.

    Reply
  70. Jennifer O'Connell says

    08/29/2014 at 3:50 pm

    I have read almost all of Kristen Ashley, my favorite is the Rock Chick series!

    Reply
  71. Denice says

    08/30/2014 at 11:42 am

    I have not read any of her books but have several on my tbr

    Reply
  72. Kim Perry says

    08/30/2014 at 1:20 pm

    I haven’t read any KA books, but she is on my TBR list! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  73. Tammy Choate says

    08/30/2014 at 5:39 pm

    No haven’t read any but liked the blurb and review of the books after looking her up on amazon.

    Reply

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I liked the Rom-Com Agenda enough to read the whol I liked the Rom-Com Agenda enough to read the whole thing. I liked the characters, but the hero spent the entire book trying to get his ex back instead of seeing what was right in front of him way sooner. She deserved better. 
💻See my review: https://anasattic.com/the-rom-com-agenda/
📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3D9wDEI
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3WsiGss
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- @catherinecowlesauthor has been a favorite of mi - @catherinecowlesauthor has been a favorite of mine for the last few years. In 2022, the entire Tattered and Torn series released, and I loved every single one of them. I listened to them all on audio, and they each deserve a place on my Best of 2022 list, especially Fractured Sky, which I gave a rare 5+++ stars to.

They also have the most beautiful covers!

—>See the whole Tattered and Torn Series here: https://anasattic.com/catherine-cowles-tattered-and-torn-series-order/
—> See my Best of 2022 List: https://anasattic.com/top-books-audiobooks-of-2022/
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My 11th annual Best of the year list includes some My 11th annual Best of the year list includes some old favorites and some new authors. Do you agree with any of these choices? What were some of your favorites? See the whole list at anasattic.com (link in bio) 
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The first two audiobooks in this unrelated series The first two audiobooks in this unrelated series were on my Best of 2021 List, and Seatmate by @carabastone has continued the streak for my Best of 2022 list. The full cast narration and the production of this “audioplay” is what made Seatmate a 5-star read for me. I really felt like I was eavesdropping on a real conversation. This was a quick and fun listening experience, and though it’s nothing epic, it stood out to me in 22.

🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3PzGOXY (included in #audibleplus )
💻My review: https://anasattic.com/seatmate-by-cara-bastone/

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I enjoyed The Back Nine by Rachel Blaufeld. It’s I enjoyed The Back Nine by Rachel Blaufeld. It’s rare to find books about older couples and I so appreciate when an author writes a sexy one. I had a couple of issues with it, and I really struggled with the heroine’s name, James. Every time I read her name (and the female MC for the next book is Billy) my brain had to catch up for a second that it was a girl. 

To see the rest of my review, Its right on the homepage of my site, or go to https://anasattic.com/the-back-nine/
Grab it from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3QK35mU

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Top Pick of 2022: @kristenashleybooks has been on Top Pick of 2022: @kristenashleybooks has been on all 11 lists (since 2012), and for good reason!
Taking the Leap by Kristen Ashley is my favorite book she has written in a while. It very much focuses on Alex and Rix and it didn’t feel like I had to remember a ton of other characters. I felt their chemistry and how perfect they are for each other. 
I love how Kristen handled a disabled hero. This is one you don’t want to miss! Have you read it yet?

💻My review: https://anasattic.com/taking-the-leap/
📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3H4sL7r
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3uSHX54
See my Complete Guide to Kristen Ashley: https://anasattic.com/the-complete-guide-to-kristen-ashley/
See all the best of 22 Books: (See the top banner on my site or bio)
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Did you know I have an upcoming releases page with Did you know I have an upcoming releases page with preorders that I update several times per week?
Just hit upcoming releases in the menu at anasattic .com (link in bio). I also have the current releases, sales, freebies and next week’s releases on the top post of my blog. 
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Pen Pal by JT Geissinger was one of my most fun su Pen Pal by JT Geissinger was one of my most fun surprises of the year. It was completely not what I expected and I loved every word. That’s why it’s on my Best of 2022 list. 

📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3R8DsLe
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3XAXt0f
I had to do a totally different type of review for this so I wouldn’t give anything away.
💻My review: https://anasattic.com/pen-pal-jt-geissinger/

See all my Best of 2022 choices: https://anasattic.com/top-books-audiobooks-of-2022/ (link in bio) 
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After loving over fifty books by Lauren Blakely, I After loving over fifty books by Lauren Blakely, I realized something after reviewing The RSVP: I don’t like when a heroine actively pursues and seduces a man—I like the men to do the chasing. 
See my review on my blog (link in bio) or below. 
https://anasattic.com/the-rsvp-lauren-blakely/

📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3Xzskua
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3XdQWsO

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Another Top Pick of 2022! The Love Hypothesis by @ Another Top Pick of 2022! The Love Hypothesis by @alihazelwood lived up to all the hype. I absolutely loved the smart, slow-burn romance that subtly addressed a lot of issues without ever banging you over the head with them. This is one of those books you might be able to recommend to even the non-romance reader even though it’s very much a romance. It just has that “something special”. 

📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3u6cpq8
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3Ih6iEF
💻My review: https://anasattic.com/the-love-hypothesis/

See all of my Top Picks for 2022: https://anasattic.com/top-books-audiobooks-of-2022/
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I am usually very stingy with my five star reads, I am usually very stingy with my five star reads, but A Long Time Coming by @meghanquinnbooks had everything I ever want in a book. Lia and Breaker’s nerdy friendship morphed into such a great romance, but it took its time, and I loved that; I thought the pace was just perfect. I listened to A Long Time Coming with a HUGE smile on my face the whole time. If I could hug this audiobook I would!

The duet narration from @mallonerin and @j.f.harding made it even better.
📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3iJ6iX7
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3X9yZvz
💻My review: https://anasattic.com/a-long-time-coming-meghan-quinn/
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The Other Half of the Grave by @jfrostauthor is an The Other Half of the Grave by @jfrostauthor is another of my top reads for 2022. 

I read the first book of the Night Huntress Series, Halfway to the Grave in 2009, and I can honestly say it’s still in my top 3 series ever, so when I saw she was writing the first book again from the male POV this time, I was a little nervous but also excited. Thankfully I had nothing to be nervous about! I absolutely LOVED it and I am so glad to hear she is continuing to do Bone’s POV for the 2nd book as well!

The Other Half of the Grave:
📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3IOtIFd
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3Zyrpfj
💻My review: https://anasattic.com/the-other-half-of-the-grave/

The Night Huntress Series order:  https://anasattic.com/nighthuntress/
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If you’re looking for a fun, feel-good sports ro If you’re looking for a fun, feel-good sports romance where the audiobook is in KU (or $1.99 upgrade) you’re in luck! Beauty and the Baller by @ilsamaddenmills fits that description perfectly.
📚Read it: https://amzn.to/3iEZoSH
🎧Listen: https://amzn.to/3H2MqI7
💻My review: https://anasattic.com/beauty-and-the-baller/
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