Romance Book and Audiobook Reviews and Deals
Some Sort of Happy (Skylar and Sebastian): A Happy Crazy Love Novel by Melanie Harlow Narrated by Nelson Hobbs and Lucy Malone. Light contemporary romance. I loved Frenched (currently free) by Melanie Harlow, so I was excited to read something else by her. I definitely was not disappointed in Some Sort of Happy. I loved that the characters were real, flawed… Read More
Broken Dove (Fantasyland #4) by Kristen Ashley Interrelated fantasy series featuring a different couple in each book. Broken Dove would not sit alone well. I waited so long to read it because I didn’t think I’d love fantasy, but it turns out that The Fantasyland Series by Kristen Ashley is one of my top favorite series. Oh who am I kidding?… Read More
Dirty by Kylie Scott 1st in the new Dive Bar series of related standalones. I love Kylie Scott’s Stage Dive series, so when I saw she was writing a loosely connected spin-off series, I almost peed in my pants. Honestly, Mal may be one of my favorite book boyfriends ever, so I was totally hoping for more! Note: You do… Read More
The Rocker Who Savors Me by Terri Anne Browning Interconnected standalone. I went immediately from The Rocker Who Holds Me to The Rocker Who Savors Me, so when the same narrator was a different character, it threw me a bit, but I quickly got over it. I mean I loved Jesse in the first book, so I couldn’t wait for… Read More
Rebel (Renegades #2) by Skye Jordan Interrelated standalone I read Reckless by Skye Jordan (currently FREE with a $1.99 audio upgrade), the first in the Renegades Series, back in 2013. I usually have a pretty crappy memory, but something about Rubi Russo and Wes Lawson really stuck in my head and I have been wanting to get back to this series…. Read More
Forever Pucked by Helena Hunting Romantic Erotic Comedy. Does NOT Stand Alone. Series order below. Pucked by Helena Hunting was one of my Top Favorite Books of 2015. So when I heard we were getting another Violet and Alex book, Forever Pucked, I did a happy dance. I thought it would be a cute wedding novella. Nope, it’s FULL LENGTH…. Read More
Love, Chloe by Alessandra Torre Chick Lit/Contemporary Romance. Standalone. If you like Sex In The City, you will enjoy Love, Chloe by Alessandra Torre. It was a refreshing, fun and modern combination of chick-lit and romance and I enjoyed the whole thing. I knew just from the chapter names that I would like this book (there are 99 chapters!) 2. Interview… Read More
Bindings by Kate Roth Erotic BDSM Romance. Sequel expected this spring. I had Bindings by Kate Roth sitting on my Kindle. Because she will be at Wicked Book Weekend in April, I wanted to read one of her books, but I had found out it did not stand alone, and put it aside to get closer to the release of… Read More
Altered State by Ella Dominguez Erotic Psychological Thriller. Standalone Warning: Contains detailed sexual encounters & profanity. Intended for readers aged 18+. Beauty lies in the truth. A wife with a thirst for revenge desperately trying to save her marriage while hiding in the shadows of her memories… A woman with questionable intentions, a sketchy past and a taste for unavailable… Read More
Hook Me by Chelle Bliss Part of a standalone series. Best when read in order, but you don’t have to. He pierced and punched his way through life while I patched up the damage caused by fists and dirty needles.” Hook Me by Chelle Bliss hooked me! I loved the choice of narrators, they were perfect for Michael and Mia…. Read More
Take Me To Paradise (Sinners#7) by Olivia Cunning Adult Contemporary Novella. Doesn’t really stand alone. Take Me to Paradise by Olivia Cunning is actually like a second epilogue to Backstage Pass, which is still one of my favorite all-time books. Brian may always be my top book boyfriend. I was feeling the need for some Sinners while I was waiting… Read More
Trophy Husband Audiobook by Lauren Blakely, Narrated by Samara Naeymi Part of a standalone series Sweet sexy and steamy! Trophy Husband by Lauren Blakely was sitting in my audible library for some time, and now that I have to listen to more books, I figured it was time to start it. I’m so glad I did! At just under six hours,… Read More
Vicious Cycle by Katie Ashley 1st in a new MC series, can stand alone I enjoy MC books, but I try not to read too many, because I have noticed that even my favorites tend to run together a bit in my mind. But I really enjoy Katie’s smile inducing stories, so I was eager to see what the southern… Read More
Until Nico by Aurora Rose Reynolds Until Series book 4. Can stand alone. Adult Contemporary/erotic. Mmmmmmm…..how I love these Mayson boys! I have listened to this whole series on audio, and though I didn’t love the narrator on the first book, she used someone new for the rest and I absolutely loved them. His voice was sexy, and with quotes… Read More
Worth The Trip by Tara Sivec Does not stand alone. Read Fisher’s Light first. If you haven’t read Fisher’s Light by Tara Sivec. STOP RIGHT THERE. It is a MUST READ for this year! Worth the Trip is a spin-off of Fisher’s Light, and though it is it’s own story, you need the back story of Fisher’s light to understand what is… Read More
Overruled by Emma Chase Contemporary Romance. First in a series (Legal Briefs) of standalones. As soon as I saw another Emma Chase book, I jumped on it! But Emma Chase AND a lawyer book? BINGO! Sounds like a dream come true! Overall, I really enjoyed this hot read. Stanton was no Drew Evans, but I still loved Emma’s take on… Read More
Silver Bastard (Silver Valley #1) by Joanna Wylde 1st in a spinoff series. Can stand alone. Contemporary MC. Joanna Wylde’s Reaper’s MC series is one of my favorites, so when I heard she was writing a spin-off series, I couldn’t wait! Silver Bastard is the first of the Silver Valley series that has a bit more focus on the town… Read More
Revved by Samantha Towle Standalone Contemporary Romance I LOVE The Mighty Storm Series by Samantha Towle. So when I saw she had a race car driver book coming out, I couldn’t wait to read it. Once again, Samantha’s writing did not disappoint. I enjoyed the angst filled story, I loved the characters, and I loved the writing. My problem? I… Read More
Fall From India Place by Samantha Young Audiobook Review. Part of an interrelated standalone series. Adult Contemporary (though this one felt more NA) I am a HUGE fan of the On Dublin Street series by Samantha Young. I fell behind on my reading and never got around to reading the copy of Fall From India Place on my Kindle. So when… Read More
I really enjoyed Sweet Caroline: Blue Jeans and Hard Hats by Lissa Matthews. 4 for story, 4.5 for HEAT! It was a REALLY quick read, with LOTS of light BDSM sex. But more than that, there is a love story. (And look at the cover!!! Swooooooooon) Caroline is a 40 year old divorcee who finally got strong and kicked her… Read More
