This one took me a minute to get into. The beginning definitely grabbed my attention, but after that I spent quite a bit of time trying to figure out where the story was going. There is a lot happening here—family secrets, different timelines, mystery, romance, trauma, whiskey, and plenty of spice. Wyn was an interesting… Continue reading Rumors & Whiskey by Victoria Wilder
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Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
I can definitely see why Theo of Golden has been so popular. This is one of those uplifting stories that reminds you how much kindness and simply connecting with another person can matter. The writing is very descriptive, and I loved getting to know the town of Golden and all of the people in it.… Continue reading Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Guess Again by Charlie Donlea
Well, I think I was the real winner of our Summer Reading Retreat book exchange game! 😂 I ended up with Guess Again during our book exchange at our Summer Reading Retreat, and since Charlie Donlea was a new-to-me author, I really didn’t know what to expect. Now I guess I need to add his… Continue reading Guess Again by Charlie Donlea
The Someday Garden by Ashley Poston
If you like a little magical realism with your romance, The Someday Garden is for you! I feel like I’ve come to expect a slow burn from Ashley Poston’s books, and once you settle into that kind of storytelling, you can really enjoy the characters, the atmosphere, and the way she slowly pulls all the… Continue reading The Someday Garden by Ashley Poston
Not Good Neighbors by Violet Lumani
Not Good Neighbors was a light, cute rom-com that kept me entertained! I’m always up for a good neighbors-to-enemies-to-lovers situation, and the ridiculously thin apartment wall, prank wars, and forced proximity made for a fun setup. It did take me a little while to fully settle into the story, but once I did, the pace… Continue reading Not Good Neighbors by Violet Lumani
Wolf.e by Paisley Hope
As president of the Hounds of Hell motorcycle club, my life has been infused with darkness and trauma since the day I was born. Chaos is my birthright. I crave it to feel stable. Secure. Whole. The only people I care about are the ones who don my cut. Women are just a tool. Never… Continue reading Wolf.e by Paisley Hope
Scythe by Neal Shusterman
A world with no hunger, no disease, no war, no misery. Humanity has conquered all those things, and has even conquered death. Now scythes are the only ones who can end life—and they are commanded to do so, in order to keep the size of the population under control. Citra and Rowan are chosen to… Continue reading Scythe by Neal Shusterman
The Graham Effect by Elle Kennedy
Gigi Graham has exactly three goals: qualify for the women's national hockey team, win Olympic gold, and step out of her famous father's shadow. So far, so good, except for two little things. Fine–a little thing and a big, grumpy thing. She needs to improve her game behind the net, and she needs help from… Continue reading The Graham Effect by Elle Kennedy
Misconduct by Penelope Douglas
Former tennis player Easton Bradbury is trying to be the best teacher she can be, trying to reach her bored students, trying to forget her past. What brought her to this stage in her life isn’t important. She can’t let it be. But now one parent-teacher meeting may be her undoing.... Meeting Tyler Marek for… Continue reading Misconduct by Penelope Douglas
Now You’re Mine by Morgan Bridges
The Protector She’s in danger. Just the thought of this threatens my sanity. I’ll do anything to keep her safe… Even things that she doesn’t agree with. If she thinks stalking her was bad, Calista’s in for a surprise. The Prisoner Hayden is certifiable. And I love him. What I don’t like are his methods… Continue reading Now You’re Mine by Morgan Bridges


