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I absolutely love when an MMC slowly realizes just how much he loves the girl he planned to hate forever. With enemies-to-lovers, you always know it’s coming, so it’s really about how he gets there, his thoughts, his actions, and that emotional shift. This book did that so well. The character development for both main characters was stunning, and by the end, I was fully invested in their journey. Francesca lives the life expected of so many mafia daughters: no job, no school,

This story includes a magical element, but it is such a simple and well-explained setup that understanding it takes no time at all, which I really appreciated. Molly is such an incredible FMC. I loved her wit, her confidence, and the way she handled herself in every situation. She was smart, funny, and easy to root for. Cameron is completely smitten with Molly from the very beginning, and it was honestly so swoon-worthy to watch. I did hate that he had to keep so many things

Atlas moves to Idlewild after receiving an anonymous letter that leads her there. She starts working at a garage run by the Kings, including Rowdy, even though she has no idea why it is important that she is there. She only knows there is something she needs to uncover. Their first meeting was intense. The fact that Rowdy refused to listen to her made me want to slap him. Honestly, everything between Atlas and Rowdy in the beginning is pretty toxic. When they fight, they figh

From the very beginning, the contrast between Hattie and Bastian completely pulled me in. Hattie starts off incredibly naive, sheltered, and self-giving, while Bastian… well, Bas is absolutely an a-hole. But that dynamic is exactly what makes their story so compelling. Hattie’s journey was powerful. Through the opportunities Bastian gives her, she begins to realize how sheltered her life has been and how much she has boxed herself in, never questioning what she actually wante

Nico is such a workaholic that his friends basically force him to take a vacation in Wyoming… and that’s where he meets Savannah. From the very beginning, their chemistry is intense. But instead of giving in, they turn it into the ultimate cat-and-mouse game, pushing each other’s buttons on purpose. The lengths they go to are both ridiculous and hilarious, and the tension is so fun to watch build. When the sparks finally ignite, it’s spicy, emotional, and completely worth th

The way this story starts completely took me by surprise. I had no idea what was coming, and it honestly shook me, especially when I stopped to think about how Tori must have felt going through it. She’s such a genuinely sweet girl, and having to deal with something like that right out of the gate couldn’t have been easy. At first, it felt like she brushed it off a little too quickly, but the more I read, the more I realized that was her coping mechanism. She survives by push

The start of this book is intense, but it was absolutely necessary to set the tone for everything that follows. Dmitri, Alisa, and the others are thrown into a brutal game orchestrated by the pakhan to determine who will become his heir. The story follows their tasks and challenges, and the way their worlds begin to shift as the stakes rise. This is Bratva through and through, filled with danger, violence, power, and an intensity that never lets up. Dmitri embodies the Bratva

Bea and Indy spent months together years previous while she was his physical therapist, and during that time, Indy quietly developed feelings he never shared. So when news breaks that Bea is suspected of murder, he immediately knows something is wrong. Having known her so well, he recognizes that nothing about this situation makes sense. Without hesitation, Indy gathers his team and crosses the country to make sure Bea isn’t wrongfully thrown in jail. His actions are incredib

I can imagine the reading experience is very different from the audiobook, and not just because of the added music and sound effects. The narrator for the MMC takes a character who is already deeply dark and somehow makes him even more unsettling. It added an extra layer of intensity that really stuck with me. Grayson is far more intense than any other serial killer MMC I’ve read. The level of detail used to describe what he does is vivid and unapologetic, which makes him bot

Roman is introduced as a tough Bratva man through and through. His loyalty to the Bratva is absolute, and he’ll do whatever is required of him, including marrying Anya. Anya, a chemist with a younger brother she would do anything to protect, is trapped by the Bratva using him as leverage. Watching these two forced together under those circumstances was fascinating. From the very beginning, Roman is drawn to Anya in a way he never expected. The protective pull he feels toward

I was completely blown away by the characters and the plot in this book. There was such a great balance between perspectives, no one overshadowed the others, and the story shifted viewpoints at exactly the right moments to keep everything engaging and cohesive. Victoria is an incredible FMC. What she accomplishes is honestly impressive. Her strength isn’t loud or reckless, but it’s powerful. As she learns the MMCs, she isn't afraid to give them what they need, to help them a

I always get a little nervous going into a fantasy book, worried there will be too much world-building to absorb before I can truly enjoy the story. That wasn’t the case here at all. The characters and backstory were easy to grasp, which made it so much easier to get swept up in everything happening. Bechora is strong, sassy, and full of spunk, and I loved her immediately. Having grown up in the human realm, she’s suddenly thrust into the magic realm with the help of Professo

The book blurb painted a picture in my mind of a brooding man crossing paths with a bright, sunny girl through innocent, everyday moments: chance meetings in restaurants, brief interactions on the street, quiet exchanges that felt simple and sweet. And while the blurb is accurate, there is an entire, unexpected understory that is not hinted at at all. That deeper layer is what truly made this book a wow for me. Lucy travels across the country hoping to uncover the identity of

The banter in this book is fantastic and immediately sets the tone. It’s sharp, playful, and made the characters easy to fall in love with. Regan wants more out of life, but she’s constantly battling the belief that no one will ever give it to her. Watching her slowly find her voice and stand up for herself was one of my favorite parts of the story. I also loved that Regan took time for herself along the way, to think, reflect, and not lose herself in the relationship. Rook’s

This book had everything I was hoping for: hilarious banter, sizzling tension, and just the right amount of spice. I was hooked from the very first page. The tension between Gemma and Max was everything. Their chemistry was undeniable, and the spice was done so well — I was fully living for it. There’s just something about a billionaire romance that gets me every time. An MMC who would do absolutely anything for the FMC? Yes, please. And Max spoiling Gemma? As he should. Gemm

This box set contains three books by Dani Da Silva, and one thing is consistent across all of them: the women know exactly what they want, and the men are absolute top-tier specimens. Overall, this box set delivers strong heroines, compelling romances, and just the right mix of tension, emotion, and fun. I received this set as an ARC and a. Leaving this review voluntarily. Taming the King Sam and Harrison meet in a bar and share an incredible one-night stand, only for Sam

I didn’t step into the Rinaverse in the “correct” order, so reading this one before some of the others didn’t bother me. If anything, I loved the slight way it connected to the other books because now I’m even more motivated to go back and read the rest of the others. I’m usually someone who likes to know everything upfront, I’m notorious for jumping to the end before fully diving in. But this book unfolds its secrets slowly, and it works so well. I didn’t skip ahead this tim

Rosa has written several books I’ve really enjoyed, so I knew that no matter which one I picked up, I’d probably love it. And I was absolutely right. I love when a man, or men, in this case, meet a woman and that’s it for them. No hesitation, no drawn-out resistance. Watching the MMCs bend the knee almost instantly, without the FMC even realizing the effect she has on them, was such a sweet kind of innocence. Aspen has been controlled and corrected her entire life. She’s live

Victor and his number two, Vince, spent years trying to keep Zara far from the Syndicate so she could have the “normal” life her father wanted for her. But after Victor’s death, the walls constructed to protect her start to crack because Zara can’t ignore the questions or the lies she grew up with. With every chapter, you learn every half-truths and secret that reshape everything Zara thought she knew. Vince thinks he’s honoring her father by keeping her in the dark. Zara see

82 different authors 214 books completed 79840 pages read turned Late nights, full hearts, unforgettable characters. Some healed me. Some wrecked me. All stayed with me.