There’s nothing better than reading a novella and fully believing that it was exactly the right length for the story. It’s pretty rare for me; I usualThere’s nothing better than reading a novella and fully believing that it was exactly the right length for the story. It’s pretty rare for me; I usually wish I could spend more time with the characters and what they are going through… novellas always feel too short. While I definitely could’ve spent a lot more time with these two in general, the story itself was perfectly suited for this length. Totally adored it, and I’m not surprised at all given who wrote it....more
I’m a sucker for afterlife books (or ones where someone’s kinda hovering between life and death) so I was hoping this would be a win for me. I LOVED iI’m a sucker for afterlife books (or ones where someone’s kinda hovering between life and death) so I was hoping this would be a win for me. I LOVED it. It started out as a silly goofy time and I was trying to stop laughing when my husband was sleeping next to me. It got a lot more sweet and emotional as the book carried on, which made it so well-rounded and enjoyable! The characters were charming and unique and I’m so glad this one turned around my reading mojo lol. ...more
Very easy to just sit and read forever. I could have read it in one sitting if given the chance. Liam and Anna were an unlikely pair and really fun toVery easy to just sit and read forever. I could have read it in one sitting if given the chance. Liam and Anna were an unlikely pair and really fun to read about. The setting and ~very fancy rich people~ were exactly what I needed to read about. Super addicting and well-written. I really loved it - absolutely one of their best! ...more
There we go. This may be her best book yet. The others were messier and still wonderful but this one is just so pure? I loved the PEI setting (now I rThere we go. This may be her best book yet. The others were messier and still wonderful but this one is just so pure? I loved the PEI setting (now I really wanna go) and the back-and-forth of the characters. Very quiet and sweet. I read it in one sitting like I did with her first book. ...more
Another perfect one from Emily Henry. Maybe someday she’ll write a stinker but today is not that day. I really loved this. I feel like it was a littleAnother perfect one from Emily Henry. Maybe someday she’ll write a stinker but today is not that day. I really loved this. I feel like it was a little quieter than some of her other books? But had all of the same elements I love so much (tons of banter, great setting, good friendships, solid romance, complicated family dynamics, etc.). So good!...more
I really loved this! The found family was excellent and I enjoyed going back and forth in time to see their various Christmases together. The FMC was I really loved this! The found family was excellent and I enjoyed going back and forth in time to see their various Christmases together. The FMC was a little insufferable but I did kinda understand where she was coming from. Overall great cast of characters and fun premise! I’d highly recommend. ...more
Lovely as the first! I really loved how the author connected this story to Molly’s childhood and some of the background we got in the first book. I feLovely as the first! I really loved how the author connected this story to Molly’s childhood and some of the background we got in the first book. I feel like it was seamless and so intriguing. I really hope there are some more books in this series. ...more
I DID IT. Holy shit I can’t believe I finally finished this series lol what a journey. I really love how this wrapped up. Definitely cried on and off.I DID IT. Holy shit I can’t believe I finally finished this series lol what a journey. I really love how this wrapped up. Definitely cried on and off. SJM had an appropriate ending for each of my babies, for the most part. And now this is officially the longest book I’ve ever read!...more
This is the kind of book that you could easily sit and read in one sitting so I’m a little annoyed it took me so long to finish it! I really loved thiThis is the kind of book that you could easily sit and read in one sitting so I’m a little annoyed it took me so long to finish it! I really loved this. I’ve enjoyed Morrill’s young adult books and was so quick to request this from NetGalley when I saw she wrote an adult contemporary romance. The main character was occasionally frustrating but I have to say, the lack of drama and miscommunication in this one (especially in a few key areas near the end) was just perfect. There were a few repetitive sentences but they’re the type of thing that I think probably got cleaned up before the finished copy. I really hope she continues writing more books for adult readers! There’s the same charm and banter as her YA books so if you’re a fan of hers in general, I would recommend checking this one out as long as you don’t mind some spice!...more
I really love this series! Every character and plot line has been so interesting to follow and well-developed. The first 10% of the book was a little I really love this series! Every character and plot line has been so interesting to follow and well-developed. The first 10% of the book was a little too repetitive in Sinclair and Rett’s heads but it quickly improved from there. Incredibly low drama - they had normal conversations and disagreements occasionally throughout the book but no true ~dramatic breakup~ moment. My fave! Highly recommend this companion series if you’re someone who sometimes misses couple 1 from book 1 and wants to see major cameos and page time in book 2....more
Soooo good. Exactly the kind of low-drama romance I’m into these days. Yes, definitely instalove and a lack of spicy scenes (this is very closed door)Soooo good. Exactly the kind of low-drama romance I’m into these days. Yes, definitely instalove and a lack of spicy scenes (this is very closed door), but I still LOVED it. Cute cute cute small town with nosy people and a full group of siblings for upcoming companion novels (I hope!). I had fairly high expectations because of the recent hype for Adams books but I’m officially a believer. ...more
4.5 stars. Ashley Poston wrote another winner! I give THE DEAD ROMANTICS the edge by half a star but still this was so good. I don’t know if I’m just 4.5 stars. Ashley Poston wrote another winner! I give THE DEAD ROMANTICS the edge by half a star but still this was so good. I don’t know if I’m just swept up in the magic of the story and my inability to put her books down once I start, but this was really lovely. I could have used a bit more of the romance to beef it up but I found it believable anyways. Her premises are so unique - I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next. ...more
Wow that really crept up on me! I thought it was going to be a four star, easy contemporary romance to finish the summer with and it ended up becomingWow that really crept up on me! I thought it was going to be a four star, easy contemporary romance to finish the summer with and it ended up becoming a favorite of the year. I’m sure many people won’t like the “love triangle” or whatever but it just felt like a real, messy story to me. I wish there was a LITTLE more oomph during certain parts but I think it’s kind of beautiful in its simplicity. ...more
So good. I’ve been wanting to get back on my faerie bullshit and this book was a perfect way to continue those feels. I’m struggling to find the wordsSo good. I’ve been wanting to get back on my faerie bullshit and this book was a perfect way to continue those feels. I’m struggling to find the words to describe it! It’s really a cozy, light book with minimal drama and conflict. It reads as Emily’s journal so it can be a little hard to connect the dots sometimes without seeing the events of the story happen live, but it was still such an enjoyable experience. I loved Emily and Wendell and the snowy setting. It really made me want to rent a log cabin with a big fireplace and read all weekend while looking for faeries in my spare time. ...more
This was sooo delightful. I loved the setting and every character. It was very light on drama and it felt like certain things happened very quickly anThis was sooo delightful. I loved the setting and every character. It was very light on drama and it felt like certain things happened very quickly and unceremoniously, but I’m complaining a lot about a book I kind of loved. I’m jazzed to know there are more books in this series because I need Lovelight Farms in my life for much longer. ...more
Five-star ratings for me are purely on vibes at this point lol. I think I’d technically call this like 4.75 but that’s not how I operate. Really didn’Five-star ratings for me are purely on vibes at this point lol. I think I’d technically call this like 4.75 but that’s not how I operate. Really didn’t expect to love Annie after WHEN IN ROME but she was excellent, and Will was great too! I wish there was more showing and less telling with Will and his feelings/history but I really appreciated how sweet he was to Annie. He never wanted to change her. Their chemistry was great! I loved being back in Rome with all of my people and I truly cannot wait for the next installment because I am ready for James to be the MMC omg...more
Oh man this needs to be a movie! Really loved it. Liv was headstrong and stubborn, which is truthfully the only thing that annoyed me during this one.Oh man this needs to be a movie! Really loved it. Liv was headstrong and stubborn, which is truthfully the only thing that annoyed me during this one. Bennett was so sweet. Loved the family feels - definitely teared up a few times. It was nice to read about both characters exploring their heritage and the feelings that come along with being mixed race. Super glad I finished up before my husband’s family’s Lunar New Year celebration this weekend. Very timely! ...more
Definitely an official fan of Karelia’s books! Both have been lovely. This is the epitome of a slow-burn romance from a steam perspective but the chemDefinitely an official fan of Karelia’s books! Both have been lovely. This is the epitome of a slow-burn romance from a steam perspective but the chemistry and attraction were there from the start. I liked both of the MCs - they felt fully fleshed out with their own lives, issues to work through, and ways they complemented each other. This was the kind of book where I never found myself in the mood to pick it up for some reason, but I struggled to put it down once I got started reading....more
Oh god this was so perfect. Christina Lauren truly at their best and I’m thrilled I went to the first tour stop for this book and got them to sign thiOh god this was so perfect. Christina Lauren truly at their best and I’m thrilled I went to the first tour stop for this book and got them to sign this book specifically. For sure my favorite by them and definitely one of my favorite romances in general? I had no qualms with the third act breakup and the reasoning for it, or literally anything else in this book. This was a love letter to romance readers and tropes and I was here for it. If ANYTHING I might’ve liked more with the actual show and the heroes they cast because they were mostly a blip but whatever. LOVED SO MUCH. ...more
Ugh this book made my stay up waaaay past my bedtime. Abby Jimenez seriously writes the best romance with perfect banter and chemistry. Every damn booUgh this book made my stay up waaaay past my bedtime. Abby Jimenez seriously writes the best romance with perfect banter and chemistry. Every damn book. I was def annoyed by the miscommunication and Briana for a good portion of the story but Jacob always made it better. ...more
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