Callous Shot- Becca Steele

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Callous shot is the story of Daniel nephew of a crime boss and Lincoln son of a lawyer and nephew of a cop both had a past that involved their families and that plays a big part in their story but their also somewhat of a rivals they both love to antagonize each other but underneath that “hate” there is simmering chemistry ready to explore 

This was such a good story I was hooked from the beginning it definitely pull me out of my book slump the plot was nice, the banter was amazing and the spice was delicious and most of all the characters were both amazing, you could feel the chemistry brewing between Link and Dan , it was obvious to all but them how into each other they were so that was definitely funny to read. Overall this was such great read, I know this is an interconnected series of a mix of MF and MM but i didn’t feel lost or if I was missing something so that was great. Can’t wait for what else Becca is cooking with this series because I’m so intrigued about some characters

Trust Fall- Lynn Painter

 

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Lynn painter has such a way to take me back to my teenage self and have me swooning over her stories and characters and Trust Fall was not the exception. 

Trust Fall tells the story of Julia who suddenly inherits a fortune and moves to New York but she didn’t count on meeting the great nephew of the man who left leave everything to her, who along with his family wants to get revenge and take everything back but the more time he spends with her the more he falls for her.

This was such a fun story both characters were amazing, I’ll admit it took time for me to warm up to Damion because he was honestly a bit of jerk at times but he won me over and loved that he was down bad for Julia the development of their relationship was one of my favorite moments of the story. Overall this a such a great story and one of my favorites YA of the year 

The New Place- Kit Oliver

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One of my favorite stories is the place between i always find myself rereading it so when the author announced that we were getting a sequel I was over the roof with excitement. 

If you read the place in between then you know they fake date that ultimately became a reality, well now The New Place is them being happy and in a relationship but still having somewhat of a long distance relationship that is kind of being hard on Abbot but when an opportunity opens for him to teach close to Ned he immediately starts planning but he doesn’t count on Ned loosing his job and for the reappearance of someone of his past with a great opportunity for him and Ned but this time the will have to fake being engaged. 

The New Place was amazing loved both Ned and Abbot I would say both had a lot of to work on this time around we get to dive into Abbot family past and how that has affect him, and Ned still struggling with being a single father and being in debt when he finally thought things were settling down he gets the news that he will loose his job add the pressure he feels not being enough for Abbot so their journey wasn’t easy but I love that both find that happiness they deserve. Overall i love their story it was such a pleasure to get read about them again, my only complaint is the pacing some parts were rushed other parts were dragged so I would have love had the author kept a steady pace throughout the story but it was good regardless, if you love the first definitely read it.

Break Points and Face Offs

 

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Ever since Priestly was introduced I’ve been obsessed with him, I literally begged Emmery to give him a story and couldn’t have been happier when it was confirmed but what was more exciting was when I was lucky enough to beta read and let just say that if the rough draft was already good the final version is perfect 

Break Points and Face offs is the story of rivals to lovers Will and Priestley who both are competing for a prestigious intership that will be the key to their future in finance. Priestley has never lost and can’t afford to loose but  Will isn’t going down without a fight but what happens feelings start creeping in and the competition is not the most important thing anymore? 

The series just keeps getting better and better, I loved BPAFO! dare i say it’s my favorite so far the writing was great as always, the banter and the spice were so good, loved that Emmery is upping the spice a bit, low angst but still has that emotional pull and the characters were just fantastic. Will was a such a delight to read he was one of those characters that you instantly loved life hasn’t always been easy for him and that’s why he deserves all the happiness in the world, his pov is definitely one of my favorites of the entire series. And can’t forget Priestley If you been following the series then you already know Priestley as the uptight, bit assholish former frat president that made the lives of his frat brothers a little more intense in some ways but this time we get to peak inside his head and it was definitely a treat, as I said before his story was a need for me as soon as his character was introduced I knew there was something about him, he was more than just what others characters saw and I was not wrong, Priestley can definitely be intense  but he’s so much more than that, and is sad that his father can’t see how great of son he is and cares more about himself than the happiness of his children. I’m glad it he met Will because he was the balance he needed and the happiness he deserved. 

The A - Listers- Berlin Wick

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This was such a good story about two actors that are totally opposite of each that suddenly find themselves cast as the leads of a movie about the story of rockstar duo  that happen to be lovers I mean how can I not read it 

From the very beginning the story had me hooked and from what i thought was a simple fun story is so much more, is sweet, is spicy and it has drama on and off screen honestly everything worked perfectly and loved everything especially the main leads both Jace and Lennox chemistry was off the charts, their  connection and growth was such a delight to read it was definitely one of my favorite things In the story.

Overall this was such an enjoyable book , the characters are fantastic and the writing is so good that keeps you glued to the story. This is my first time reading Berlin Wick and will definitely  check out any more books of the author. 

The Storm- Briar Prescott

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Briar has such a way captivated me with her words that any story she writes is an automatic read especially after the Island which is one of my most favorite stories ever so I had high hopes for The Storm because it was Indy’s story and glad to say once again she prove why she’s a master in crafting the most perfect and beautiful stories. 

The storm was such a surprise for me because although I can say I loved it 

it was not like that in the beginning honestly it was total opposite of that when I started the book, I had a hard time getting into the flow of the story especially during the first part I didn’t know which way Briar was headed with story and also the characters so I was a bit thrown off but I raise to the challenge and kept reading and I’m glad I did because one of reasons why I found myself challenged in the beginning was my experience with the characters, Indy was such a delight to read, to get to know him and read his thoughts by no means without layers and flaws but a character that like from the very first line but Nick was a whole different experience for me, he was such a complex character that evoke different emotions out me, throughout the story there were moments were I love him, hated him and wanted to slap him but by end he became one of my most favorite characters along with Indy, their story was beautiful, painful at times but well worth my headache. I’m so glad i didn’t give up and trusted the process because this truly was one of most incredible stories I’ve read, and I love when a story evokes different emotions out me because it means I’m not just enjoying reading it but that the words are speaking to me which is one of the reasons I love the Island because it evoke those kinds of feelings that made the story and the characters stay with me. 

Overall this is an incredible second chance story, if you love complex characters, a bit of miscommunication trope you will love the story and if you read the Island or didn’t because of the angst I feel that is less intense here so give it a try. Definitely recommend

Silver Sweet (Cobalt Empire #2) Krista & Becca Ritchie

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It took me time to write this review because I honestly was left speechless but in the most amazing way both Tom and Phoenix were everything I hoped  and didn’t know I needed. Krista and Becca really outdid themselves Silver Sweet is one of my top reads of all time. 

This is the story of Tom Cobalt after his band implodes his only hope to reach his dream is none other that Phoenix St. Pierre the hot drummer but also problem child of the label, Together they will try to reach their dreams without burning all down that is. 

I love this book so much words failed me to truly describe how amazing it was as soon I got it I dive in and couldn’t put down I try to savor it as much as I could but both Tom and Phoenix story consume me. The banter, the angst, the push and pull, the chemistry it was all so good. From the very beginning when both first met they both felt admiration for each other but you could feel through the pages  the simmering chemistry between them it was like a magnetic connection that couldn’t stay away but both been burned before and their focus was the success of their band, those chapters were you could feel the tension and longing were such a delicious torture but when they finally give in, it was the most amazing moment I feel giddy just thinking about it. If  I’m not mistaken the authors describe their love as that of soulmates and and it couldn’t be a more perfect description for Phoenix and Tom they were meant to be together no one could have match the intensity of Tom better than Phoenix and vice versa both were meant to reach their dreams together and walk in life together. In a way the intensity of their love reminded me Marrow’s love but more softer and unique to them. 

One thing i noticed in the story is that I feel the romance was highlighted a bit more here than in Burn Bright but fear not we know that the core of the series is family and friendship dynamics and both authors balance that so well here that the romance,  the friendship, and siblings dynamics don’t feel overshadowed by each other so I loved that and happy to say we got so many amazing moments with the siblings both the Cobalt and the St. Pierre brothers. Honestly  the story was perfection as an OG PhoenixTom shipper I truly manifest their story, it did came with a bit of  twist but nonetheless a truly masterpiece by Becca and Krista. 

Overall I’m loving how the authors are shaping out the serie; The cobalt siblings have always had this mysterious aura around them so is fun to finally being able to be in their head and see them fall in love. I can’t wait for what’s coming next we got some big reveals that had my jaw on the floor so truly can’t wait for the next book and hopefully we get to know who’s 4th, 5th and 6th soon cause I’m desperate to know both Becca and Krista keep me addicted to their books. 

* Special thanks to both the authors and VPR for providing an advanced copy for an honest review