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Book Review: Rolls and Rivalry by Kristy Boyce Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hi friends! I just got back from BookCon in NYC, and let me tell you, it was a lot of fun. I made some new bookish friends, stayed in a wonderful Airbnb in Jersey City, and mostly stayed away from the 3rd floor. (IYKYK). If you want to see more of my photos from BookCon, head on over to my socials.

Hi all! My review of Rolls and Rivalry from Kristy Boyce is available now. Read it and head on over to your favorite indy bookstore to preorder this May 5th release

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Audiobook Review: Enemies to Lovers by Alisha Rai Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished Enemies to Lovers by Alisha Rai, and what a wild, twisty adventure this turned out to be. I received the audiobook from NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager in exchange for my honest review, and I went into it with very little idea of what I was getting into. I didn’t realize at first that this is the second book in the series.

Enemies to Lovers by Alisha Rai is Available Now! Click to read my review.

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Audiobook Review: Bloodsinger by Juliette Cross Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I just finished Bloodsinger by Juliette Cross, the second book in The Fire That Binds series, and wow, do I have a lot of thoughts. I received the audiobook from NetGalley and Macmillan Audio in exchange for an honest review, and before we talk about how much I enjoyed it, I want to start with a quick note, this book is not a standalone.

Audiobook Review: Bloodsinger by Juliette Cross

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I just finished Bloodsinger by Juliette Cross, the second book in The Fire That Binds series, and wow, do I have a lot of thoughts. I received the audiobook from NetGalley and Macmillan Audio in exchange for an…

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E-Book and Audiobook Review: The Shippers by Katherine Center Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished The Shippers by Katherine Center and really liked this funny, heartfelt story from one of my favorite authors. Set to release on May 19th, I was lucky enough to get early access to both the e-book and the audiobook from NetGalley, St. Martin's Press, and Macmillan Audio in exchange for my honest review.

My Review for the Anticapated release of Katherine Centers new novel is live. Swing on by to read the full review then preorder your copy today!

#TheShippers #KatherineCenter #Booktok #BookRecommendations #FriendstoLovers

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Audiobook Review: Without a Clue by Melissa Ferguson Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I’ve got another fun audiobook review for you, and this time it’s a good old-fashioned whodunit with a fresh, romantic twist. I finished Without a Clue by Melissa Ferguson, a little over a month ago, and now with the release just days away, I am so excited to share it with you, and I have to say, it was such a fun and clever story!

If you are looking for a cozy mystery filled with twists, turns, and a little romance, Read my review for Without A Clue by Melisa Ferguson and see if this book is right for you!
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Book Review: Lessons in Forgiving by Selina Mae Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I’m back with another review, and this time it’s for Lessons in Forgiving by Selina Mae. A huge thank-you to the author, NetGalley, and LYX for providing me with an e-book copy in exchange for my honest review. This book is the second in the series, following Lessons in Faking, and it’s Henry and Paula’s story.

Check out my new review, out now, for Lessons in Forgiving by Selina Mae!
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Audiobook Review: Most Eligible by Isabelle Engel Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I hope you got everything you wanted for the holidays, and if you didn’t, head out and treat yourself! Life’s too short, make sure you get something that brings you joy. I spent my holiday break reading up a storm, and I have several soon-to-be-released books I’ll be reviewing over the next few posts. The first is 

Audiobook Review: Most Eligible by Isabelle Engel

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I hope you got everything you wanted for the holidays, and if you didn’t, head out and treat yourself! Life’s too short, make sure you get something that brings you joy. I spent my holiday break reading up a storm,…

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Audiobook Review: Tender Cruelty by Katee Robert Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello my friends! If you are looking for another book to add to your winter reading list, I must recommend my latest read, Tender Cruelty by Katee Robert. This was another audiobook from NetGalley and Dreamscape Media that I received for review, but honestly, I would have picked it up anyway because I am a massive fan of the Dark Olympus series.

Audiobook Review: Tender Cruelty by Katee Robert

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello my friends! If you are looking for another book to add to your winter reading list, I must recommend my latest read, Tender Cruelty by Katee Robert. This was another audiobook from NetGalley and Dreamscape Media that I…

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Audiobook Review: Bad Bishop by LJ Shen Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello everyone! Get ready for a dark read this time- I just finished Bad Bishop by LJ Shen, and wow, it packs a punch. This book is definitely full of triggers, so please check those warnings before diving in. It will not be for everyone due to its content, but for those who crave Dark Romance and this is dark, 

Audiobook Review: Bad Bishop by LJ Shen

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello everyone! Get ready for a dark read this time- I just finished Bad Bishop by LJ Shen, and wow, it packs a punch. This book is definitely full of triggers, so please check those warnings before diving in. It will not be for everyone…

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Audiobook Review: The End of Summer by KJ Micciche Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5) Hello my friends! Hope November has been good to you so far. I am back again with another review for you but this time it's for The End of Summer by KJ Micciche. I got the audiobook from NetGalley and Dreamscape Media, and as an absolute sucker for anything based here on Cape Cod, I was excited to dive in and see what this one had to offer.

Audiobook Review: The End of Summer by KJ Micciche

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5) Hello my friends! Hope November has been good to you so far. I am back again with another review for you but this time it's for The End of Summer by KJ Micciche. I got the audiobook from NetGalley and Dreamscape Media, and as an…

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Audiobook Review: Honeymoon Phase by Amy Daws Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I hope November is treating you well, and if it's not, I hope you can escape into a good book for some relaxation! I have what I hope is your next read, Honeymoon Phase by Amy Daws, which is book 3 in the Mountain Man Matchmaker series. I got my audiobook copy from NetGalley to review, and I have to tell you, this series just keeps getting better.

Audiobook Review: Honeymoon Phase by Amy Daws

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I hope November is treating you well, and if it's not, I hope you can escape into a good book for some relaxation! I have what I hope is your next read, Honeymoon Phase by Amy Daws, which is book 3 in the Mountain…

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Preview: Audiobook Review: Not You Again by Erin La Rosa Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5) Hello friends! How is your fall going so far? I hope you had the happiest of Halloweens, and even if you didn't celebrate, I hope you had a great weekend. I got my hands on Erin La Rosa's latest novel, Not You Again, on audiobook from NetGalley and Harlequin Audio, and wanted to share my thoughts with you as we dive into November.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5) Hello friends! How is your fall going so far? I hope you had the happiest of Halloweens, and even if you didn't celebrate, I hope you had a great weekend. I got my hands on Erin La Rosa's latest novel, Not You Again, on…

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Preview: Audiobook Review: Thrown for a Loop by Sarina Bowen Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello Friends! I just finished the latest hockey romance and I HAVE to share it with you. I got this audiobook from NetGalley and Hachette Audio in exchange for my honest review. This story, Thrown for a Loop by Sarina Bowen, with narrators Brooke Bloomingdale and Ryan Hudson, features one of my favorite storylines- a figure skater and a hockey player.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello Friends! I just finished the latest hockey romance and I HAVE to share it with you. I got this audiobook from NetGalley and Hachette Audio in exchange for my honest review. This story, Thrown for a Loop by Sarina…

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Audiobook Review: Hero Ever After by Kait Nolan Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Hello friends! Do I have a book that I think you’re going to LOVE? YES I DO! I recently finished Hero Ever After by Kait Nolan, and I just have to tell you about it. I got my hands on the audiobook through NetGalley, and this one swept me away from the very first beginning. We meet Alia Gibson, part-time lawyer, part-time author, and all-around superhero of her small town of Gibson Hollow.

Do you want to read my latest 5 star review? Check it out now! Link in Bio.

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Preview: Audiobook Review: As a Last Resort by Kristin Wollett Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook of As a Last Resort by Kristin Wollett, thanks to NetGalley for the early listen, and this book was the perfect end-of-summer treat. It's one part romance, one part emotional homecoming, all wrapped up in the sun-soaked charm of the Florida resort town of Rock Island. If you love your beach reads with real heart, some healing, and a dose of nostalgia, this is one you’ll want to add to your September reading list.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook of As a Last Resort by Kristin Wollett, thanks to NetGalley for the early listen, and this book was the perfect end-of-summer treat. It's one part romance, one part…

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Audiobook Review: Room for Two by Lana Ferguson Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook for the Novella Room for Two by Lana Ferguson, and I have to say, this is one of those adorable, feel-good novellas that’s perfect when you need a romance fix in just a couple of hours. With Samantha Summers and Teddy Hamilton narrating, you know the performances are top notch. They bring Cade and Nora to life with just the right mix of sweetness and spark.

Audiobook Review: Room for Two by Lana Ferguson

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook for the Novella Room for Two by Lana Ferguson, and I have to say, this is one of those adorable, feel-good novellas that’s perfect when you need a romance fix in just a couple of hours.…

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Audiobook Review: Love is an Open Book by Chandra Blumberg Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook of Love is an Open Book by Chandra Blumberg, narrated by Keylor Leigh and Will Damron, courtesy of NetGalley for review, and I have to tell you, this one is pure comfort for anyone who loves a clever, bookish friends-to-lovers romance. If you like your stories with a sprinkle of slow-burn tension and a dash of meta romance tropes, you’ll want to add this to the top of your TBR list, and you're in luck, this book releases today!

Audiobook Review: Love is an Open Book by Chandra Blumberg

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook of Love is an Open Book by Chandra Blumberg, narrated by Keylor Leigh and Will Damron, courtesy of NetGalley for review, and I have to tell you, this one is pure comfort for…

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Audiobook Review: For the Record by Emma Lord Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook of For the Record by Emma Lord, narrated by Andrew Eiden and Jesse Vilinsky, and I have to say, this one hit all the right notes for me. The premise alone had me hooked: two rival singers with undeniable chemistry, pitted against each other in the public eye, only to take wildly different paths after their rise to fame.

Audiobook Review: For the Record by Emma Lord

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)Hello friends! I just finished the audiobook of For the Record by Emma Lord, narrated by Andrew Eiden and Jesse Vilinsky, and I have to say, this one hit all the right notes for me. The premise alone had me hooked: two rival singers…

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Preview: Audiobook Review: The Code for Love by Anne Marsh Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello again, friends! I just recently finished The Code for Love by Anne Marsh, which was wonderfully narrated by Mooreghan Martin, and this book was a wonderful find for anyone who enjoys a romance with science, heart, and a smart heroine at its core. If your like me and love stories where women in STEM take the spotlight and mix that with some romantic tension, you’ll definitely want to put this one on your list.

Preview: Audiobook Review: The Code for Love by Anne Marsh

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Hello again, friends! I just recently finished The Code for Love by Anne Marsh, which was wonderfully narrated by Mooreghan Martin, and this book was a wonderful find for anyone who enjoys a romance with science, heart,…

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Audiobook Review: Lucky Shot by K. Bromberg Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars) Hey friends! I just finished listening to the audiobook Lucky Shot by K. Bromberg, thanks to Netgalley and I’m excited to tell you all about it. If you’re a soccer fan like me or love a good sports romance, I think you’ll want to add this one to your list. Let me tell you what hooked me right away...

Audiobook Review: Lucky Shot by K. Bromberg

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars) Hey friends! I just finished listening to the audiobook Lucky Shot by K. Bromberg, thanks to Netgalley and I’m excited to tell you all about it. If you’re a soccer fan like me or love a good sports romance, I think you’ll want to…

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Book Review: Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars) Hi Friends! Happy July. I spent my final days of this month with my nose in what I think will be a 5 star read you will add to your shelves when it releases this September. When I was gifted an advanced copy of Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver from NetGalley, I thought I knew what I was getting into.

Book Review: Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars) Hi Friends! Happy July. I spent my final days of this month with my nose in what I think will be a 5 star read you will add to your shelves when it releases this September. When I was gifted an advanced copy of Tourist Season by…

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Audiobook Review: Let’s Give ‘Em Pumpkin to Talk About by Isabelle Popp Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars) Hi Friends! I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of the audiobook Let’s Give ‘Em Pumpkin to Talk About by Isabelle Popp, which is the perfect cozy fall romance to curl up with as the leaves start to change, and up here in New England we know about fall and leaves changing. So, if you’re looking for a sweet, easy read to get you in the autumn spirit, this one is definitely one to pick up to get you in the fall mood.

Audiobook Review: Let’s Give ‘Em Pumpkin to Talk About by Isabelle Popp

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars) Hi Friends! I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of the audiobook Let’s Give ‘Em Pumpkin to Talk About by Isabelle Popp, which is the perfect cozy fall romance to curl up with as the leaves start to…

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Book Review: The Four Engagement Rings of Sybil Rain by Hannah Brown Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars) Hello friends! I just recently finished The Four Engagement Rings of Sybil Rain by Hannah Brown. It is a fun and heartfelt listen that surprised me in the best way. Even though this is book two in the series, you can jump right in without reading the first one. This was my first book by Hannah Brown, but it definitely won’t be my last.

Book Review: The Four Engagement Rings of Sybil Rain by Hannah Brown

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars) Hello friends! I just recently finished The Four Engagement Rings of Sybil Rain by Hannah Brown. It is a fun and heartfelt listen that surprised me in the best way. Even though this is book two in the…

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Preview: Book Review: If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hi friends! I was able to get my hands on an advanced copy of If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair thanks to our friends at Netgalley. This story is a feel-good romance that delivers everything you want in a late summer read and kinda even a hockey romance (more on that later). Emma St. Clair masterfully combines humor, heart, and slow-burn chemistry in this story of forced proximity and unexpected love.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hi friends! I was able to get my hands on an advanced copy of If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair thanks to our friends at Netgalley. This story is a feel-good romance that delivers everything you want in a late summer read and kinda…

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Book Review: Not Safe for Work by Nisha J. Tuli Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I just finished Not Safe for Work by Nisha J. Tuli, and I have to say, this book is a breath of fresh air for anyone who loves a smart, modern workplace romance with real stakes and even realer characters. If you’ve ever felt overlooked at work or had to navigate the exhausting politics of the “good old boys club,” this one is for you.

Book Review: Not Safe for Work by Nisha J. Tuli

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I just finished Not Safe for Work by Nisha J. Tuli, and I have to say, this book is a breath of fresh air for anyone who loves a smart, modern workplace romance with real stakes and even realer characters. If…

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Book Review: The Love Haters by Katherine Center Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Hello friends! I just finished The Love Haters by Katherine Center, and I have to tell you, this book is an absolute delight from start to finish. If you’re looking for a feel-good, closed-door romance this book is for you. It's packed with charm, heart, and just the right amount of humor. If you are looking for a book to read this summer this one definitely deserves a spot on your summer reading list.

Book Review: The Love Haters by Katherine Center

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Hello friends! I just finished The Love Haters by Katherine Center, and I have to tell you, this book is an absolute delight from start to finish. If you’re looking for a feel-good, closed-door romance this book is for you. It's…

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Book Review: Unloved by Peyton Corinne Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐✩ (4.5/5) Hello friends! I just finished Unloved by Peyton Corinne, and I loved this one even more than Unsteady. If you’re a fan of friends-to-lovers romances with real emotional depth, this book will absolutely steal your heart like it did mine. Peyton Corinne has a knack for writing characters that feel so genuine and vulnerable. Ro is the kind of main character I instantly connected with.

Hello friends! I just finished Unloved by Peyton Corinne, and I loved this one even more than Unsteady. If you’re a fan of friends-to-lovers romances with real emotional depth, this book will absolutely steal your heart like it did mine. So come by and read my full review...

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Book Review: Unsteady by Peyton Corinne Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✩ (4.5/5) Hello my friends! I recently finished Unsteady by Peyton Corinne and I had to come share this one with you, this novel completely swept me off my feet. If you love your sports romances with depth, complicated characters, and a bit of spice this romance is one you’ll want to add this to your TBR list immediately.

Book Review: Unsteady by Peyton Corinne

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✩ (4.5/5) Hello my friends! I recently finished Unsteady by Peyton Corinne and I had to come share this one with you, this novel completely swept me off my feet. If you love your sports romances with depth, complicated characters, and a bit of…

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Book Review: Hotter in the Hamptons by Tinx Rating: 2.5 Stars Hello friends! I just finished Hotter in the Hamptons by Tinx, and while I was hoping for a light breezy, glamorous summer read, this one left me more frustrated than entertained. The premise had all the ingredients for a juicy beach book: canceled influencer, scandal, a Hamptons escape, and a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance. Unfortunately, the execution just didn’t deliver the satisfaction I was looking for.

Book Review: Hotter in the Hamptons by Tinx

Rating: 2.5 Stars Hello friends! I just finished Hotter in the Hamptons by Tinx, and while I was hoping for a light breezy, glamorous summer read, this one left me more frustrated than entertained. The premise had all the ingredients for a juicy beach…

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Book Review: Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Series: Big Shots, #3 Hello friends! I picked up the most adorable book with painted edges and had to share it with you. This one is Tessa Bailey’s Dream Girl Drama. It is a swoon-worthy, slow-burn romance that had me hooked from the very first meet-cute at the country club. Who are we kidding here? I've wanted more of Chloe's story since her first appearance in the series, and Bailey does not disappoint.

Ready to hear all about the Drama in Tessa Baileys newest Hockey Romance? Well head on over to read the full review about "Dream Girl Drama" and see why I think this is a 4 star read!

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