Tag: Romance
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Captivating Heartstrings: A Review of ‘Even If It Breaks Your Heart’ by Erin Hahn
Even If It Breaks Your Heart by Erin HahnPublished: February 6, 2024Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Year read: 2024 Thank you, NetGalley, for sending this book for review and consideration. All opinions are my own. “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” by Erin Hahn is a delightful surprise for me, a reader who typically…
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A Missed Opportunity: Okay Cupid by Mason Deaver
Okay Cupid by Mason DeaverPublished: January 2, 2024Rating: ⭐⭐Year read: 2024 Thank you, NetGalley, for sending this book for review and consideration. All opinions are my own. “Okay, Cupid” by Mason Deaver had all the promising ingredients for a captivating read: a supernatural twist on matchmaking, teenage protagonists grappling with…
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An Emotional Roller Coaster with “Didn’t See That Coming”
Didn’t See That Coming by Jesse Q. SutantoPublication date: November 28, 2023Rating: ⭐⭐⭐Year read: 2024 Jesse Q. Sutanto’s “Didn’t See That Coming” takes readers on an emotional roller coaster, offering a narrative that is unpredictable and sometimes achingly sad. Set in Indonesia, the story delves into the world of a…
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Loveable Idiots and Unexpected Twists: Gwen & Art Are Not in Love
Gwen & Art Are Not in Love by Lex CroucherPublication date: May 11, 2023Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Year read: 2023 Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher is a delightful romp through a post-Arthurian world, filled with banter, loveable idiots, and unexpected twists. The story revolves around the betrothed pair,…
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Unveiling Secrets and Social Struggles: A Review of ‘Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord’
Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord by Celeste Connally Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Celeste Connally’s “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord” is a captivating Regency-era mystery that combines elements of Bridgerton with Agatha Christie, all while adding a feminist touch. While I occasionally put the book down due…
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Adventures and Unlikely Love on Sinner’s Isle: A Five-Star Fantasy Tale
Sinner’s Isle by Angela Montoya My rating: 5 of 5 stars Year read: 2023 Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book. My opinion is my own. Sinner’s Isle by Angela Montoya is an enchanting and action-packed adventure that had me hooked from the very…
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Charming Christmas Connections in 'Love in Winter Wonderland'
Love in Winter Wonderland by Abiola Bello My rating: 4 of 5 stars Year read: 2023 “Love in Winter Wonderland” by Abiola Bello is a heartwarming YA Christmas romance that I’d rate at four stars. The narrative revolves around two teenagers who join forces through social media to rescue a…
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Heartfelt and Authentic: A Review of 'Girls Like Girls' by Hayley Kiyoko
Girls Like Girls by Hayley Kiyoko My rating: 4 of 5 stars Year read: 2023 “Girls Like Girls” by Hayley Kiyoko takes readers on a heartwarming journey of self-discovery and love. At the heart of the story is Coley, a 17-year-old who finds herself grappling with the recent loss of…
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American Royals (American Royals, #1) by Katharine McGee
American Royals by Katharine McGee My rating: 3 of 5 stars American Royals by Katharine McGee had an interesting premise with the idea of an American monarchy, but it left me feeling somewhat unsatisfied. While I was excited about exploring an alternate universe perspective on American royalty, I found the…
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Playing the Witch Card by K.J. Dell'Antonia
Playing the Witch Card by K.J. Dell’Antonia My rating: 3 of 5 stars “Playing the Witch Card” by K.J. Dell’Antonia had the potential to be a captivating tale, blending elements of romance, magic, and family drama. However, it fell short of expectations due to several key issues. The book’s first…
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