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After hearing about Knox throughout th*e previous four books, I could not wait for his story, and Kathy absolutely delivered. I loved the other books, don’t get me wrong, but there was something about this one that hit differently. It felt deeper, more emotional, and somehow even more satisfying after waiting so long for him. Harper begins the story being very critical of Knox, and honestly, it made complete sense. She doesn’t know the man behind the reputation. As readers, w

The initial meeting between Emily and Gavin centers around her helping his son, and the tenderness she shows toward Ben is honestly adorable. It immediately gives you a sense of who she is, and you can see why Gavin would be drawn to her. At the same time, Gavin being so upfront about wanting a one-night stand was actually admirable. Emily knew exactly what she was walking into, and there were no false expectations. And honestly… there’s just something about a man saying “thi

Koen acts like Serena means nothing to him, even though she is his mate. The way he speaks to her makes it easy to believe she isn’t important, and Serena feels that deeply. But his actions tell a completely different story. The lengths he goes to in order to protect her make it clear just how much she truly means to him. It’s in the small things too, every touch, every look, the quiet moments that reveal the depth of his care even when his words don’t. Serena, on the other h

Konstantin is completely obsessed with Nadya, and he doesn’t try to hide it for a second. He shows up wherever she is, especially at the wedding, never really giving her space to just exist on her own. The things he gives her, the way he withholds information, it all feels very intentional… like he’s making sure she stays tied to him no matter what. Nadya, at least at first, wants nothing to do with him. She resists him in every way she can. But the longer they’re around each

This retelling was such a unique and fun take on a familiar story. It keeps enough of the original Wizard of Oz elements to feel recognizable, but twists them into something darker and completely its own. Just like in the original, Dorothy’s main goal is simple: she just wants to get home. But everything around that feels heavier. Toto is still there as the loyal companion, but he comes across as more intuitive, almost like he understands more than he should. Scarecrow, or Ro

Sadie’s books are always amazing, but The Auction felt like a step above. I listened to the audiobook, and once I started, I couldn’t stop. I finished it in one day because it completely pulled me in. The premise feels uncomfortable at first. Reading about a human auction isn’t easy, even knowing that going in. But as the story unfolds and you begin to understand what’s really happening behind the scenes, it shifts into something much more layered, and you start to see the b

This is such an amazing story. Not gonna lie, the beginning had me feeling a little lost. Laiken drops you in as our MFC receives her invitation to the trials, and I had no clue what that meant, who The Shadow was, or even who I was supposed to trust. It honestly threw me for a minute. But that actually ended up working so well and completely pulled me in. As the story unfolds, you get these little nuggets of information at just the right moments, and suddenly things start cl

This was such a fun, quick read. I did have a few moments where I wanted more details or found myself asking questions, but honestly that just made me more excited for where this novella series is going. Jasper’s jealousy kicking in so quickly was one of my favorite parts. He’s known Harlow for years, but it only took one note to completely shift everything for him. From that point on, every interaction seemed to spark some kind of reaction in him, and it was so entertaining

Lark has lived with this curse for years, and you can feel the toll it’s taken on her. Despite that, she does everything she can to keep her life steady and her shop running. There’s something so admirable about the way she holds everything together, even when it would be easier to let it all fall apart. She’s willing to manage her magic, her emotions, and everything in between just to protect what she’s built. Aurelian enters the story with a very clear grumpy attitude and m

I love picking up any kind of retelling, and this one was absolutely worth it. The different approach gave the story a fresh feel while still holding onto the elements you expect. At the beginning, Ophelia feels completely lost in her new reality. She resists everything, convinced it has to be a lie, even as part of her wants to believe what she’s being told. Watching her slowly shift from doubt into understanding, and then into strength, was such a rewarding journey. By the

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This one had me locked in from the start. Naomi’s story pulls at you right away. There’s this quiet strength to her, even when things start unraveling. She doesn’t have an easy path, and some of what she goes through is heavy. But what stood out was her resilience. She bends, but she doesn’t break. And then there’s Nico. He is chaos in human form. Unhinged, a little reckless… the kind of character who walks into a scene and shifts the entire energy. He starts off with control

Grady is so soft when it comes to Lennon, and it’s honestly one of my favorite things about this story. They have one night together, and it’s enough to stay with him. It’s not just something he moves on from. She lingers. Months later, she’s suddenly back in his life… and completely off limits. His teammate’s sister. And somehow that doesn’t change how he feels about her at all. Lennon’s need to protect herself makes complete sense. You understand why she keeps her guard up

Simona is determined to bring down her stepfather after everything he’s done to her. The history there is dark, and you can feel how much it has shaped who she is and why she refuses to back down. When her “uncle” returns, everything shifts. There’s an immediate tension between them, layered with history, attraction, and hesitation. She’s always wanted him, scars and all, and that pull between them never really goes away. Neither of them wanted to fully let the other because

This is one of those stories where it feels like not a lot happens on the surface, but at the same time, so much happens on the underlayers. The emotional weight carried through every chapter, especially when it came to Mara. Her family’s treatment of her was devastating, and somehow even worse than in Book 1. It was difficult to read at times because you could feel how much it was breaking her down. I found myself struggling right alongside her, feeling that same heaviness.

Cali is on a mission, and because her counterpart knows just how stubborn she can be, Mason and his team are brought in to help her. The small bit of history between Cali and Mason is all it takes to spark tension, fireworks, and plenty of drama between them. Cali’s determination to go at it alone at the beginning, even wanting to leave Mason’s team behind, was a little frustrating. Her reasons made sense, but it was clear from the start that they would be stronger working to

Tessa and Blake met in childhood, growing up connected through her brother Ryker, who is one of Blake’s closest friends. That shared history adds a deeper layer to their relationship, making their connection feel genuine and rooted long before the story even begins. Tessa’s resilience throughout the book was incredible. Even while dealing with an unknown illness, she continues her job and pushes forward with quiet strength. Blake, on the other hand, has a reputation for being

I was impressed with the direction Mercy took with this book. I expected Willow to remain quiet and submissive, accepting what came her way. Instead, watching how quickly she began to grow and step into herself was one of the most satisfying parts of the story. Knowing two of the guys before everything began gave her a sense of comfort and stability as she transitioned into a completely new life. As she met the rest of the men, each of them bent for her in their own way. They

What. A. Story. I almost don’t have words for how deeply this book hit me — in all the best ways. I went through so many emotions, and the pacing was so fast and fluid that the pages practically turned themselves. Nova heads to LA at the request of her friend Rachel and moves in with her and her brother. These two have been her family and her foundation since childhood. Easton, Rachel’s older brother, has grown into a full-blown movie star, but at his core, he’s still the

I studied forensic science in college, so this book was such a fun read for me. Nova is a seriously skilled analyst, and she uses those abilities not only in her day job but also in her revenge world. Her connection to the four guys also made a lot more sense once you learn she knew two of them back in high school. Because of that history, it felt believable that they would have chosen her regardless of whether she was technically the best candidate. The underlying story in t