“I haven't thought about anything but you since the first time I saw you.” Viola Bowen has the chance of a lifetime: to design a video game based on her all-time favorite book series. The only problem? Her co-lead is Jesse F-ing Andrews, a.k.a. her arch-nemesis. Jesse has made it abundantly clear over the years… Continue reading Two Can Play by Ali Hazelwood
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Runaway Groomsman by Meghan Quinn
As someone who normally loves MQ's work, I was excited to dive into this book, but unfortunately, it didn’t hit the mark for me. If you're considering skipping this one, I’d say it's probably okay to do so. The story didn't resonate in the way I’ve come to expect from Quinn, and it felt like… Continue reading Runaway Groomsman by Meghan Quinn
The Women by Kristin Hannah
This is easily a 5 star book! If you enjoy historical fiction this is a MUST read for you. Kristin Hannah’s The Women is a powerful, emotionally stirring novel that offers a fresh and necessary perspective on the Vietnam War. I went into this book not fully aware of the impact and importance of the… Continue reading The Women by Kristin Hannah
Jackpot Summer by Elyssa Friedland
In Elyssa Friedland's new novel, Jackpot Summer, the Jacobson siblings are thrust into a whirlwind of drama, laughter, and unexpected challenges when they win a life-changing lottery prize. Expecting their chaotic lives to magically transform into a fairy tale of luxury and ease, the siblings quickly discover that money can’t fix everything—in fact, it might… Continue reading Jackpot Summer by Elyssa Friedland
Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez is a powerful novel that weaves together the complex threads of Puerto Rican identity, political corruption, and the elusive American Dream. At its heart, the book is not just a family saga, but also a profound commentary on the intersection of personal and collective histories. Set against the backdrop… Continue reading Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
How To End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang
This was a book that surprised me. I started listening to this one a while back for about 3 minutes and then gave up because I thought it was going to be depressing. Then I came back to this one again weeks later and I really enjoyed this one. It wasn't at all what I… Continue reading How To End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang
Royal Valentine by Sariah Wilson
This was book#6 in the Improbable Meet-Cute series. This was a novella that was 71 pages so it went quickly. This was a meet cute with a twist I didn't see coming. I'm still not sure how I feel about this one. This is one where you could HATE the guy! Princess Ilaria is sick… Continue reading Royal Valentine by Sariah Wilson
Drop, Cover, and Hold On by Jasmine Guillory
This is a novella that is only 40 pages so I'm glad it was short. I will try to be brief with my review since I didn't really like this as much as I expected to. I have liked other books by Guillory so I had higher hopes. This is about 2 characters trapped in… Continue reading Drop, Cover, and Hold On by Jasmine Guillory
The Highland Fling by Meghan Quinn
I have been on a mission to be a Meghan Quinn completionist and so I had to add this one. I listened to this one on audio since it had the male character with the great accent. I'd say this one isn't my favorite by Quinn, but this was still a cute story with her… Continue reading The Highland Fling by Meghan Quinn
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
Yellowface is one of those books that after finishing it, you will want to re-read it. It isn't long but it is full of emotion. This one deals with so many different things in such a short time. It deals with racism, plagiarism, the stresses of being a writer, jealousy, friendship, and the publishing industry.… Continue reading Yellowface by R.F. Kuang