Side by Side- Jordan Clayden-Lewis

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 ARC Review 

If there is one trope I love is rivals to lovers especially workplace rivals so i definitely have to read it. 

I have to admit the beginning of the story felt a little slow for me but once I pass that bump I able to immerse in the story and throughly enjoyed it. Is a sweet, emotional rom com with amazing banter , great MMC’s and wonderful side characters. One of the highlights In the story was the character development it was done so well having both characters work through those issues another one I loved was their relationship the progression didn’t feel rushed and I love that although I did wanted to read little bit more of them together my only complaint. 

Overall this a great read, this my first time reading anything from Jordan but for sure won’t be the last. If you’re looking for a rom com that is funny, sweet, with family and friendship dynamics this is definitely for you. 

The Call-Up - K. C. Carmichael

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ARC Review 

I love the first book in the series and I was so excited when I got the opportunity to read the sequel. 

This is the story of Ryan and Brandon  who years later reconnected when both get to play for the same team. This such a fun story to read as i mentioned before I love the first one so I had big expectations for this and thankfully they were met. The chemistry and the tension of the main characters was amazing, loved when they finally give in to their attraction. I also love the side characters and the team dynamics. Only tiny complaint was the ending was kind of rushed in my opinion but still good. 

Overall this was such a great read if you love hockey romances this is is definitely a great recommendation. I can’t wait for what else the author has in the works with this characters.

Release Day blitz First and Forever by Lynn Painter

 

It’s Pub Day for Lynn Painter newest release 

Links https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0FM7FV5SB/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/first-and-forever-lynn-painter/1148039682?ean=9780593817445

My review Link 

http://allthatreading.blogspot.com/2026/02/first-and-forever-lynn-painter.html?m=1

ABOUT THE BOOK: 

Duffy Distefano loves three things: her dad, the family cat, and Minneapolis Coyotes football. So when she gets booed out of a game and becomes the internet’s villain, she is distraught—and disgruntled. All she did was shove Coyote Carl away when he made a move on her, but everyone else just saw a woman attacking their team’s beloved mascot. Eager to clear the air, Duffy agrees to an interview on a hit morning show. She doesn’t expect a co-guest to join her—especially not the Coyotes’ star tight end.

 

When MVP Connor Cunningham gets tasked with damage control to help his team out of their PR nightmare, he thought that meant saying a few words on the team’s behalf. Instead, he finds himself in a highly amusing verbal sparring match with a recently wronged fan on live TV. Duffy pelts him with fiery jabs but is also clearly diehard about the Coyotes—color him intrigued…and attracted.

 

The interview instantly goes viral, and the public is obsessed with them. A strong push from the Coyotes’ PR team to ride the wave results in Connor asking Duffy out. Despite his distaste for PR stunts, he’s surprised to discover being with Duffy is much easier than he thought, and somehow it doesn’t feel fake to him. Harboring this secret can only blow up, but all he knows is that if he messes things up with Duffy, it’ll be the greatest fumble of his life.

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: 

Lynn Painter is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of romantic comedies for teens and adults. When she isn't reading or writing, she can usually be found binge-watching rom-coms or shotgunning energy drinks.

Salt- Jonah Yorke

 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ARC Review 

From  the very beginning  I was captivated that prologue was heartbreaking and set the pace on my emotions throughout the story if I thought that was the heavy part buckle up because Salt was a wild ride. 

I really loved this one, it was just a captivating as sweat but different both are amazing stories but I felt this one was a bit heavier on the emotional level. Dane was a such interesting character for me at first he was this somewhat annoying but also intriguing character all those emotional scars he carried where heartbreaking to read, the way he was treated since he was a kid was definitely hard to read but it made you understand the character better. And Connor what can I say he was such a great character, the confusion he felt towards Dane but also the pull he felt towards him was amazing to read. The writing was so good, the author was able  balance the angst and the spice perfectly. But one thing I did notice is towards the end some parts felt rushed especially in Dane case but other than that it was an amazing story and a great follow up to Sweat. Can’t wait for what’s next on the series because the title is already so good. 

**Thank you to the author for providing an arc copy for an honest review***

Stealing Forever- Lizzie C Koz

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ARC Review 

I love Finding forever so when I found out we will not only get Shane story but also a full series of the jetties I was over the moon. 

 

This is the first installment of the Jetttis and is the story of Jed and Shane. After suffering the death of his father and getting back into the game after an accident Jed  suddenly finds himself not only fighting for his spot in the roster but also his attraction to sunshine in personified Shane Michaels what will happen when the temptation is too hard to resist and the control he has is slipping away? 

  

I love it, i couldn’t put it down, both Shane and Jed are amazing characters their chemistry between them was off the charts neither of them could resist it, but what I love the most is the emotional part of the story. it was heartbreaking to read about how on the surface Shane is this big sunshine of a man but underneath all those smiles there is someone who is hiding the pain with smiles. Overall I love the story, the writing, the characters everything was perfect, we also get a bit of glimpse of what’s to come in the series and let’s just say those little crumbs have on chokehold i can’t wait to dive into those stories. Definitely recommend it 

In Your Court -Kit Haley

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ARC Review 

Did I judge a book by its cover? Well yes I did! The cover is hot!! So No regrets because thankfully the cover is not the only great thing, The story had me hooked i couldn’t put it down. 

Besides the cover what really attracted me to the book was the premise of the story. Two rival tennis players; one openly gay who’s trying to make a comeback after a horrible accident and another one who is this big rich American superstar player. Like I was sold on it as soon I read that blurb throw a challenge and a little bit of flirting into the mix and we have a winner. 

In your court was such a fun surprise I throughly enjoyed the story from start to finish. Is emotional low to medium angst , funny the banter is on point, and steamy  that fast burn was 🔥. But most of all what made the story incredible was the characters; both are great but also complicated and interesting as the same time, after suffering a big accident Matt is struggling with his self worth and comeback as a player who is also openly gay. Then we have Miles that on the surface is this big superstar that may seem like he has everything but underneath all of that is someone who is also dealing with his own struggles. The bond both  characters forge was the highlight of the story for me, how both pushed each other to be better but also be there for each other, that was my favorite part of their story. 

Overall this is an amazing book I’m glad I had the opportunity to read it. If you love rivals falling in love, steamy romance with a sprinkle of angst then this is definitely your story 

The Risk Taker( Colton U Playbook #3) - Stephanie Alves

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ARC review 

After finish my last read I needed something to balance that heavy emotional energy into something more sweeter and The Risk Taker was just that and more, it was an amazing read from start to finish. Stephanie definitely scored with this one a  5 stars for sure. 

 From the very beginning I was hooked Nathan and Logan chemistry was palpable from the beginning you could feel the pull both had but also the hesitation but once they give in, it was just perfect. Nathan is not only the goalie  of the team but also the coach son so he has more pressure on his shoulders compared to Logan who is total opposite of him. A highlight for me and one  thing I love about their dynamic is how the author perfectly crafted their differences but also knew how to balance them which made the story work so well. 

I love everything about this book, it’s sweet, fun but with an added depth that perfectly balance all of it to make a great enjoyable story. Definitely recommend it.