The incredible Ordinary- Briar Prescott

 

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I’m always amazed whenever I read a new Briar book, I don’t how she does it but her books are like an addiction i can’t get enough , the story, the characters honestly just everything. For me is a gift to read a Briar book and the incredible ordinary is not the exception the story is anything but ordinary, it was an incredible and delightful read I loved every page of Milan & Jordan’s story. 
This is the story of two different men in different situations but brought together by destiny in a way that both needed, one more than the other. Is a slow burn but in a lighthearted way , the trope strangers/friends/to lovers was done in such way that work worked perfectly because you could feel the shift in their dynamic, the attraction, the confusion, the want I loved how it was written. One of the highlights of the story wasn’t just Milan & Jordan relationship but the family dynamics as a whole I love reading about them and how we should find the incredible on the ordinary and that ordinary can fantastic. 

Overall this one of my top reads of the year as soon I got it i couldn’t stop reading it was truly such a beautiful story. Can’t recommend enough get it!

Let Me show You- Alisha Williams

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One of my favorite tropes is tutor/player so when I saw the blurb on my feed I needed to read it. Fast forward and have read it now and let just say it one of my favorites reads of this year. Cooper and Blake story exceeded my expectations, I loved everything about it. The story is a bit of slow burn but definitely worth and the spice is so good too. 
Overall a great story and characters. Definitely recommend it.

Hot Axe( Axford Brothers #2)- May Archer

 

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One of my favorite tropes is best friends to lovers add bi awakening and is just perfection. 

I love everything about this story is fun, spicy and sweet. I adored both Robbie and Ames. The love both have for each other is amazing I was so happy when Robbie finally realizes they
love he had for Ames wasn’t just a friend’s love but a deeper one. The story is low angst which I love usually with this kind of trope just might expect heartbreak but it wasn’t the case here and I loved that. It was the perfect lighthearted story I needed, definitely recommend it

Pretty (King’s heart #2)- L. Waltree

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Pretty is the story of Javi and Declan is a second change romance. Ever since I read safe I was itching to have their story, the little we got was so intriguing so I was really excited when L. Waltree announced it.

Wow pretty was definitely a roller coaster of emotions, once I started I couldn’t put it down Javi and Declan story is heartbreaking but also heartwarming. The story is told in past and present timeline is dives into Javi and Declan friendship and eventual falling out, which I love because you get to see the full picture. I loved how Javi loved Declan but if I’m honest Declan was my favorite he was so strong and definitely deserved all the good things and love. 

Overall this is a an amazing story, is well paced, the characters are amazing and the plot keep you entertained, plus there’s some cameos from safe which i loved. Compared to safe i would say the angst was not as intense but still has a kick to it. If you enjoy Safe and love second chance romance definitely recommend reading it. 

Quiet Ones(Hellbent #3)-Penelope Douglas

 

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More than a review this will be a rambling mess because as soon as I got the preorder I started reading, so yes I went to bed close to 4am but it was 100% worth it, my brain and body are super tired but happy and now  I have the need to put some of my thoughts down. 

If you thought that then slow burn was us waiting years for the story,  prepare yourself because  that was just us building patience, Penelope was not going to make it easier for us or them. The slow burn was intense, at times even frustrating but Quinn and Lucas story is not a fast paced one, there were too many bumps in the road for them to make it fast, both needed to grow up in their own way and find that freedom they were looking for. Their chemistry between them was amazing, after 8 years apart Quinn wanted more , needed more but Lucas had secrets, there was also Quinn’s brothers  and their age gap all of that was like an invisible wall stopping them from getting what they wanted. I will say the wait for them to finally give into those simmering feelings was excruciating but the satisfaction when they finally did was such a relief,  it was that moment when as a reader I said yes! the wait was worth it. But the ride was wild one a very bumpy one till the very end so prepare yourself.  

There is also the subplot of the mystery of the Doran brothers & Winslet, personally I think they’re creepy and the mystery is like a spider web getting bigger and more confusing than ever so if you enjoy it in the first two installments then you will love all the new discoveries. 

Overall I loved Quinn and Lucas story to me it was worth the wait. The only thing I wish we had was at least 3 or 4 more chapters of just them. while the story was not a fast paced one there so many things happening around them that I didn’t get my filled of just them getting to know each other or enjoying their relationship but I’m a bit selfish with characters I love and always want more. Also honorary mention to Madoc, his love for Lucas was one of the highlights of the story. 

Penelope probably will hate hearing this and even more for suggesting it but please I know is not possible this year but please give us Tommy and Kade next year I need their story please take mercy on us. 

Also I like to point out for those who want to read Quiet ones. This is not a standalone story , besides the subplot there is some key plot points from the first book that are relevant here so keep that in mind when reading and definitely give it a try to the full series is really good. 

Second Serves and First Times - Emmery Fox

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Emmery has delivered another win with Second serves and First times. 

This is the story of Ben Harris a smart but shy man that lacks the self esteem and experience in the dating department and Elias Liebrenz a German hunk of man and amazing tennis player whose only goal is to become pro. When Ben’s best friend and secret crush wants to set him up on dates he’s too nice to say no. To help him Elias proposes a fake relationship but what happens when it becomes too real? 

I loved every bit of Ben and Elias story is sweet, fun, spicy but with that depth Emmery gives to the characters that makes the story just perfect. Compared to First serves and second chances is not angsty at all, this one is more about finding yourself and that sometimes wining is not necessarily everything. 

Overall SSAFT was such an enjoyable read, I couldn’t put it down, it was the perfect read. I can’t wait for what’s next in the series because I’m definitely hooked now. 





***An ARC was provided for an honest review, all opinions are my own***

First And Forever- Lynn Painter

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Lynn Painter has become one of my favorite romance authors and let just say she never disappoints.  

This the story of Duffy and Connor after a disastrous incident involving a football team mascot she has to go on national television to apologize but she never counted she will do along with the MVP of said team and the sparks fly ✨

I don’t know how Lynn does it but she always delivers the chemistry Duffy and Connor had was amazing, the banter was fun and what can I say about the romance swoon-worthy a guarantee with Lynn stories. 

Overall i love everything about it, and can’t recommend it enough.