Love You Now by Julia Kent

Ana needs a cleanse from a bad break up. While staying at a hotel for a conference she meets a man who just might be what she needs. Dennis Luview is trying to figure out what to do with his life out of the military. He meets a woman in a dumpster trying to save a kitten and she's just what he needs. She thinks it's just for one night and he's sure it is more than that. When life throws them some curve balls will they find a way to be together?  

This is one of the best books in the series. I loved Ana and Dennis. Ana is a strong female main character who has her own issues but is so good with Dennis and his issues. I saw some of the twists and turns that were thrown into the book. Them finding there way to a HEA was an awesome journey to read. It was a sweet romance with some sad parts but it was all a journey and worth reading.

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Tryst in the Dark by Grace McGinty

 

5 Star

In this world everyone is controlled. When omegas turn 21, they are auctioned off. All alphas and betas are entered into the Allotment to join the omega to become their mate. It doesn’t matter what the omega had planned for their life the government has decided this is what is happening and that’s it. Tryst O’Sullivan knew her life was over when she presented as an omega. She decided not to fight it and accept it but if her new mates think they are getting a docile mate they are mistaken.

I LOVED this book. I couldn’t put it down. It was an interesting take on omega. I loved that she was willing to accept the partner of her first mate so they wouldn’t be separated by the lottery. I liked most of the guys she ended up with. The biggest issue I had was it ended too soon. They escape the country to the neighboring country and the book just ends. It is listed as book 1 and there is supposed to be more, but they aren’t up for sale yet. Definitely worth reading.

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That Time I Got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf by Kimberly Lemming

 

4 Star

Brie isn't interested in a relationship with Felix after she accidentally threw a love potion on him. She thinks the only reason he's interested is because of the potion No matter how many times he claims she's his fated mate. When women keep going missing he refuses to leave her side to keep her safe. When she ends up kidnapped will be get to her in time?

I liked this one but wasn't as in love with Brie as I was with the last book. There was more frustration with her character. I loved Felix and wanted him to get his HEA with someone who loves him us he deserves Brie got there eventually. I liked how the book ended and the humor was still there. Overall, a good book and can't wait for the next one.

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That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming

5 Star

Cin just wants to go home and sleep off the alcohol instead she runs into a demon and saves him. Now Fallon demands Cin help him take out his enemy. For some reason she agrees. They have 4 chalices to destroy. Will Cin be able to resist Fallon?

I loved this book so much. It was funny and I loved the interaction between Cin and everyone else including Fallon were well developed. The secondary characters were also fleshed out. The story moved quickly. There weren't any moments I felt Cin was too stupid to live and I loved her snark. Definitely check this book out.

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Bewitched by Elise Faber

5 Star

Raph has sworn off love. Having a pack bunny pretend to be pregnant to get a commitment will do that to you. Beth has also sworn off love as she feels she's too evil to deserve it. Raph has always lusted after Beth but never gone for it as she is BFFs with his buddies. Now she's carrying twins for their friends and not taking care of herself. He sets all of his issues aside to care for her. Can she move past her history and realize they both deserve love?

I Loved this book. I want to go back and reread it right now to get the parts I'm sure I missed. I loved Beth and all her hang ups. Raph has been burned before and denies his attraction to her until he can't anymore. This one just hit all the feels for me. Plus all of the adult people in Beth and Raph's life are horrible people. Beth’s for blaming her for her stepdad's actions and Raph's for the abuse. The only part I'm hung up on was if Raph's bio mom ever told her kids Raph was their half brother. Otherwise I enjoyed the story and the epilogue with the bit for the next was quite the tease. Now to wait impatiently for the next one.

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Pack Darling Part Two by Lola Rocks

5 Star

Lilah wakes in the hospital and has to decide what she’s going to do now that she’s perfumed. Does she want to stay with the Wyvern Pack even though they’ve treated her horribly, find another forever pack, or enter the rotation where different packs help her through her heats? Since she is unwilling to forgive the Wyvern pack, she opts for rotation but there is still someone after her and she needs to be protected. The Wyvern pack is determined to win her back even if they have to start by being her protector and watch her “date” other packs. When the threat against her only gets worst will they be able to keep her safe?

This starts right where the last one ended and I am happy to report that Lilah does give them so much to work through to make up for being massive assholes in the last book. I loved seeing them find ways to make it up to her, even while she’s telling them they are at the back of the line. One of the best parts of the book was Orion saying to hell with the men I pick Lilah. When all is said and done, I loved Lilah gets to save herself. The guys come in and help her, but she’s already rescued herself. These are the only two books out by this author and it makes me sad as I very much like the writing style of this author and I loved the story.

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Pack Darling Part One by Lola Rocks

5 Star

Lilah has spent her entire life in a boarding school for omegas. She is a Darling sold to the school to be auctioned off to a pack. She’s never perfumed so never ended up on the auction block. That doesn’t matter as she’s being forced to agree to go to the Wyvern Pack. Atlas, Hunter, Finn, and Jett already have an omega with Orion and don’t want or need a woman to come into their home and try and take the pack. They believe she will be just like every other omega, spoiled rotten with the expectation of getting her way. They are drawn to her even though they don’t want to be. When a threat is brought to their home, and it nearly costs them Orion and it triggers both of their heats the pack take care of their omega leaving Lilah out in the cold. When they finally figure out that she is supposed to be theirs is it too late.

This book has all the feels, and I couldn’t put it down. I was incredibly happy that the duology was completely out so I could move right into that one as this one does end on a cliff, but the author did let everyone know this. Lilah was incredibly strong lead character who has had to deal with so much and just wants to be able to live a quiet life away from alphas even if they are fated. I can understand why the guys weren’t happy to have someone come into their pack the way that she did, and I really really hope in the next one she hands them their asses to make them see the error of their ways. If you like omegaverse I would say this is one you shouldn’t skip even though it isn’t cheap or on KU.

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Protector by Anna Hackett

 

5 Star
Ballerina Saskia is kidnapped off the street and taken to California. She's able to get a call off to her friend Cam to come and save her. Cam and the rest of Norcross are able to track her down and save her. Now they just need to track down the billionaire who thought he could steal women for his pleasure. Cam may not be ready to move on from his deployment but he's determined to keep Saskia safe. Will he be able to ignore the attraction?

I loved Cam and Saskia's story. Every time Saskia is kidnapped She's able to save herself, Best scene for me was when she was first taken Norcross group comes in to save her and she's climbing down the side of the house. The struggles Cam was dealing with, were heart breaking. I loved how Saskia is able to get under Cam's defenses Hackett also sets up her new series with Saskia's brother and that one looks so good and I can't wait for it to come out.

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5 Star

Kailey has too much anxiety to deal with people she doesn't already know. She would rather spend her day writing code. When Connor (Smitty) Smith hockey super star starts paying attention to her she very much doesn't know how to deal with him. Smitty wants her so bad. He's seen all of his friends find their forever women and that's what he wants and thinks that Kailey is it for him. Now he just need to work with her to handle her anxiety and win her over. 

I suffer from anxiety and this book is so relatable. Both Kailey and Smitty have mental health issues they are working through and this is handled really well throughout the story and it's very relatable. I loved these two so much and loved seeing Kailey and Smitty get their happy ending. The only thing that left me hanging and I may have missed it was Smitty called Kailey Little Bird throughout and it was never revealed why he does this. The next book was set up that end of this one. If you are smart, I was not, you will avoid this lovely little scene as OMG I need the next book now and not in August.

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Fated Blades by Ilona Andrews

 

5 Star

Rada seems like such a peaceful planet but there is a constant competition for power. There are two main fractions Adlers and Baenas. They have been fighting to gain the upper hand for generations. After a catastrophic betrayal brings the heads of each together. Ramona Adler and Matias Baena must set aside their differences and work together to prevent something much worse from taking over their planet. As they investigate, they find there is an attraction between them. Will they act on it?

I loved this book so much. I loved how Ramona and Matias work together to solve their marital problems. The connections they make whole tracking their cheating spouses was amazing. The ending was perfect and made me laugh so hard. Overall, the writing was spot on. Same for the world building. Here’s hoping for more books in this world.

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FUBAR by Elise Faber

 

5 Star

Maggie’s life is in chaos right now. She’s pregnant and the dad has walked away. Her body revolts at anything being put in it so she’s losing wait when she should be gaining it. She’s supposed to be carefree and single instead she’s praying to the porcelain god. Nothing is going the way she expects including her lusting after Carter. She wants him but her life is too crazy to even consider going for what she wants. Can he convince her he’s the man who is going to stick and take care of her and her baby?

I loved these two. The fact that Carter keeps a toothbrush and toothpaste to help her with her morning sickness is adorable. I loved watching her figure out he was all in, and nothing is going to change that. I love the twists and turns the story takes. I also loved how their personalities balanced each other. She was outgoing and over the top while he was way more reserved and willing to be in the background to support. The story just worked. This is book 5 but you do not have to have read the other 4 to read this one and understand it. Will it help yes but you don’t have to.

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Love You Wrong by Julia Kent

5 Star

Kellen has left his small town behind for working in DC on Environmental policy. His time in DC is coming to an end and he's pulled in different directions. His girlfriend isn't helping as she's pulling away when he gets some bad news from his friend Rachel he can't kill the messenger but it does start him spiraling When there is a catalyst he's forced to choose his path.

This was an amazing prequal. I loved the interactions between Kel and Rachel were amazing. I loved the hints of things to come with the series. Even though it is a short story and a prequel it's a complete story that just so happens to leave you wanting more. I can't wait for the next one.

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Hunt the Stars by Jessie Mihalik

 

5 Star

Octavia has worked for years to keep her friends safe. To bring in money her crew of bounty hunters need to accept a job from Torran Fletcher. He is their sworn enemy, but the credits will keep her crew afloat and allow them to fix their ship. As part of the agreement Tavi must allow Torran and his crew onto her ship. They push all her buttons, but the money is worth it. When they uncover a deeper plot then they were expecting that threatens war between the humans and Valoffs. Where will their loyalties lay when all is revealed?

I love this story. I fell into and couldn’t believe how fast I read it. Why is the next book not coming out until this summer? I must see where this story is going. I loved seeing Torran and Tavi navigate their relationship and their individual crews plus finding out they both kept secrets from each other. The book flows nicely and some of the twists and turns in the book even surprised me. Definitely a good start to a new series. One that I want to read again and then have the second one now.

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Crow Bones by Anne Bishop

 

5 Stars

Vicki Devine made a critical error in telling the Others about trickster night and they want to partake in the festivities. What should have been a lighthearted night of tricks and treats turns deadly when someone shows up pretending to be Crowbones the Crowgard’s bogeyman. Chief Grimshaw Ilya Sanguinati and the rest of their friends will have to work together to find out who is responsible for stirring up the Others.

I loved this book. In the original story I liked all the characters, and they are all back with this one. Vicki is no longer struggling with money but still has some issues with men. This book also gave some insight into what’s been happening since wild Country. I loved finding out about certain characters. One of the best things I liked about this book was who the bad guys were. No spoilers as it’s a major plot point. Now I want to go and reread all of these books again.

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Shopping for a Highlander by Julia Kent

 

5 Star

Amy has graduated with her MBA and even though she could work for her sister's business she doesn't want a hand out. She interviews for a job with a business that is invested in sports figures and they need her to keep Hamish in line and out of the news for the wrong thing so they can all get a huge payday. The problem she wants him. Can Hamish break through her reserves and win her over?

I loved Amy and Hamish's book. Hamish gets up to so many shenanigans and Amy is brought in to keep him in line but that's not actually how it actually goes. This is a spinoff of another series but you don't need to read all of the previous books to read this one. We do get to see all of are favorite characters from those books. One of my least favorite parts of previous books was things Marie did to her kids and in this one she was actually mellow and it made my day. I can't wait for the next book to see where Amy and Hamish story goes.

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Powerbroker by Anna Hackett

 

5 Star

Detective Brynn Sullivan is going undercover with a motorcycle gang to track down who is bringing in deadly drugs that are killing kids. She needs Vander Norcross’ connection to get her in. He doesn’t want to use it to get her in as he wants to protect her even though she is a cop. Once she’s in he refuses to leave her alone because he couldn’t live with himself if something were to happen. Not to mention he’s fighting his attraction to her. Working together will they be able to stay safe and take down the bad guys?

I loved this story. It was wonderful seeing Van stumble when he always has it together. Seeing Brynn push all his buttons was amusing. I think the best part of the book for me was seeing Brynn rescue herself. She didn’t need Van but she wanted him. I loved the build up to them coming together and seeing their relationship grow from colleagues to lovers. I very much want the next book in the series but I have to wait until next year for another one.

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Pirate Captain’s Daughter by Ruby Lionsdrake

 

5 Star

Marat Azarov thinks he’s being noble when he rescues a slave girl from torture, but he finds out fast that’s not everything is as it looks.  To make up for screwing up Ying’s plans he sets out to help her get her revenge.  Will he be able to win her over?

I loved this story.  You get a lot of the backstory for both characters that enhanced the story.  You also start to like Striker way more in this book then in past books.  This surprised the hell out of me since book 1 he’s been an ass.  This book can be read as a standalone but is better read with all the other books.  I am kind of hoping Lionsdrake will write a book for Striker.

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The Assassin’s Salvation by Ruby Lionsdrake

 

5 Star

Sergei Zharkov is an assassin by trade and when he hears there is a bounty out against Mandrake, he rushes to let him know.  What he wasn’t expecting was Jamie Flipkens.  She is young and wanting a change from being pilot and engineer.  She is attracted to Sergei and wants to believe he wouldn’t hurt Captain Mandrake.  She is willing to go undercover with him to find out who has it out for Mandrake.  Will they be able to find out who wants the Mandrake Captain dead?

I felt so bad for Sergei in this book.  Everyone else sucked.  Sergei works his ass off for the Mandrake Company even though it causes problems for him, and he isn’t trusted by the crew.  They would rather believe the worst in him.  I loved that he was willing to let Jamie spread her wings and fly where others in the book kind of put her into a box of what they expected of her. Overall, it was by far my favorite book in the series.  I loved Sergei and Jamie.  

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Bond of Destiny by Larissa lone

 

5 Star

Tracker has never known freedom. The day he was born he was a slave. When Harvester, a fallen angel transferred his ownership to a human woman he gained his first bit of freedom. He's not sure if he can trust her with how traumatic his life has been. Something he's never had is love. He doesn't want it to be taken away from him when he eventually moves to a new owner. The one woman who makes him yearn is Stacey.  He is tempted when she shows up during a blizzard. When the pack he was born into comes and makes demands of him she's used against him. Will he be able to save her and himself?

I loved this book. It also made want to go and reread the whole series. It has been a while since I've read all of them. This is also means you don't have to have had all of the books in the series. I vaguely remember Tracker from a different book and he definitely deserves his happy ending. I loved how he got Stacey to realize the reality of his situation. The best part for me was the end. I loved seeing everyone get their comeuppance. 

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The Specialist by Anna Hackett

 

5 Star

Harlow Carlson, executive assistant extraordinary, is being loaned out to workaholic Easton Norcross.  She was picked specifically because she won't throw herself at him in hopes of gaining access to his money and his hot body.  The problem is she does want him but is too professional to go after him.  That is until he decides all of her problems were his to handle and her problems were bad.  Several factions want her for her father's debt and they will do anything to get what is owed them.  Will Easton keep her safe and get her to agree to be his?

I loved this book.  Harlow has the hots for her temporary boss but refuses to cave because she is a professional.  That is until her life is threatened and HE refuses to back off.  I loved seeing the struggle she had accepting his help.  She didn't want to be one of many who took from him.  Which made it that much sweeter when she did.  The only big negative I had was towards the end and she ends up kidnapped.  I kind of rolled my eyes a bit at that part just because it was a bit contrived.  It was minor enough that it didn't knock the score down.  Excellent addition to the series.

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