Week 40- 42, 2023

 This time of year has been filled with lots of fun Haunted House fun.  I also spent a week in Virginia at the GRL Convention.  So much fun to finally meet so many of my favorite authors.  It was also fun to meet some of the authors that will be at Coastal Magic Convention in February 2024.  Been working on hard on working on my TBR pile plus new reads for the Coastal Magic Reading Challenge.  Books for the challenge are marked with #CMCon24.  

Pure Indulgence by Victoria Sue
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Adam has been flirting with Joe but Joe is straight. But Joe is noticing Adam too. There are some dramatic moments but you get to see how strong Adam is. These two are great fit for each other. I really enjoyed this story. #CMCon24

 

View all my reviews Pure Innocence by Victoria Sue
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The drama is over but the recovery is just beginning. It was great to see how caring Damon was. Oliver has to find his own strength but to also understand his needs. Both men have to learn to trust themselves and each other. This is a beautiful story of recovery. #CMCon24

 

View all my reviews Groomzilla & Groomzilla Does Vegas by Tere Michaels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is full of so much humor. As Daniel is helping his friend with his wedding things get so far out of hand as his best friend Ander decides to do the wedding on reality TV. As Daniel starts to work with Owen they really click. There is a lot of ups and down and some great surprises. The second story is the book is also a great wrap up for Owen and Daniel. #CMCon24

View all my reviews Headstrong by Eden Finley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a story that is full of surprised for both the characters and the readers. I loved the way their developed their friendship and moved on from there.

View all my reviews The Fire by May Archer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was great to finally get Jamie and Parker’s story. There seemed to be such a lack of communication that it is a wonder that they were able to figure things out. I listened to the audio and enjoyed it very much.

 

View all my reviews To Kill a Fae by Jamie A. Waters
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There are so many truths that get revealed in the this story of Sabina and the people who have been a part of her life. The story starts with an attack on Sabina’s life and the introduction of the ship’s captain. There is a lot of twists and turn. Be aware that the story ends with a a cliff hanger so be prepared to not have everything resolved by the end of the book. I listened to the audio version and it was very dramatic. #CMCon24

View all my reviews Spencer by Shaw Montgomery
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spencer is so cute. He has been curious about the business on his delivery route. On one of his peaks he runs into Devon. Devon is attracted to Spencer. The rest is a fun series of events that brings these two together.

 

View all my reviews Nicked: Nordin by Nora Phoenix
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Through this whole series we have seen Nordin do all he can to protect and provide for his brothers but his life has always been in the shadows. It was wonderful to finally get to his story. While his brothers have been finding the HEA we see Nordin as all alone but there has been something going on for years in the background. Through the whole story I worried about how there could be a happy ending for Nordin. I love the ending that Nora crafted for the final brother. I listened to the audio version which I enjoyed very much.

View all my reviews Bad Boy by Sammi Cee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love the way that Colby and Trickster meet up. I also like how Colby was willing to listen to Trickster and do some rethinking. This was a great introduction to the series and I can’t wait to read more.

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Week 39, 2023

Penne Dreadful by Catherine Bruns
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is not a romance story but a story of Tessa navigating a bigger and bigger mystery after the death of her husband. This story is full of twists and unexpected developments. This story was very entertaining. I listened to the audio and it was very well done. #CMCon24

View all my reviews Jingle Bells & Mistletoe by Sammi Cee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a wonderful rap up to the Takoda outreach as the final founders finds his happily ever after. I like how you see the ebb and flow as they develop a relationship that shifts over the years.

 

View all my reviews Motorcycles & Teddy Bears by Sammi Cee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have been waiting for Judson to find his own happily ever after. It was wonderful to see how Austin really embraced the whole family. He also never made Judson feel less. Sweet story of love and family.

 

View all my reviews Geeks & Guitars by Sammi Cee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A quick little peak at more love at the outreach center. This is a short bonus story.

 

View all my reviews Land of Enchantment by Jodi Payne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love the way that Mason’s story isn’t all told at the beginning of the story. As he opens up and shares with Levi we learn along with him. We also see the things that Levi has to decide about as well. I love see both of these men build a dream together.

 

View all my reviews Honey from the Lion by Jackie North
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a great story. This is the second book in this series and I love how it was a completely unique story from the first book. The story if very moving. The development is slow as would be natural for the time. There was also a moment that the tears were flowing. I listened to the audio version and it was very well done. #CMCon24

View all my reviews My Only Regret by Leigh Lennon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There were so many heartbreaking and dramatic moments in the story. Dallas really messed up but sometimes I felt like Banks was being harder than he had to be. But I really love how this story finally worked out. I listened to the audio copy and really enjoyed it.


View all my reviews Pure by Victoria Sue
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Callum is starting a new adventure so he isn’t ready for a relationship. But Lee catches his eye and seems to need some help. There was a lot of back and forth with their feelings with a big side of drama. You are drawn into the story. The ending is a great view of how their life is turning out. #CMCon24

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