I Have Lived and I Have Loved by Willow WintersMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed: Flirting With A Good Time by Willow Winters.
Full Review Coming Soon.
-TMR
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Monday, December 28, 2020
Review: I Have Lived and I Have Loved
I Have Lived and I Have Loved by Willow WintersMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Reviewed: Flirting With A Good Time by Willow Winters.
Full Review Coming Soon.
-TMR
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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Review: Royally Chosen Christmas
Royally Chosen Christmas by Elle BoonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
TW: Eating disorders discussed, sexual assault, violence (it would be expected since they are part of a club), rape, child molestation, abuse, BDSM.
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Another Note: Other books should be read in order to understand the background of each of Hollywood's friends, making it an entertaining and lovely experience.
A short book but quite interesting and entertaining.
Hollywood and Talena are great, both fit each other well. He's insecure about her accepting him, and she's insecure of measuring up to the other women in the past. They have their insecurities, ups and downs like normal couples, and we get to see that in detail, so don't let the short book fact fool you.
The writing is wonderful, kept me turning pages all the way. Relatable characters with insecurities, dreams and desires, even if they are not from a conventional situation, the chemistry is scorching and pushed me to fan myself every time they were together heh. Despite the tough situations shown to each of the main protagonists, the way they tough it out is totally understandable and worth rooting for.
Plus there's a whole gang of Hollywood's, you should read the other books to understand their stories and not feel confused or left out when discussing them. But they are a fun bunch to hang around with..their ole ladies and them of course.
So I am quite happy to read more of this author's books in the future.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Sunday, December 20, 2020
Review: You Know I Love You
You Know I Love You by Willow WintersMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Kat and Evan...so different yet so alike.
Their chemistry is off the charts...even when they have problems.
Miscommunication is still at-go here it seems.
But the writing, the plot, the romance, the characters, the cover, the friends, the family - nothing can break these two apart...even if they are meant to be apart.
I NEEEED the second book honestly to find out what happened between the two..and if they will ever resolve it...
Awesome book yet again by Willow Winters.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Review: You Are My Hope
You Are My Hope by Willow WintersMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Mason Thatcher is a total dreamboat.
There I said it.
Even after the despicable things he did, I still love the guy.
Jules and him were perfect. Were meant for each other.
Their chemistry, their banter, their understanding, their own obstacles, gah, everything made them, them.
Plus the writing, the plot, Jules and Mason, and the whole shebang of this duet I sincerely ended up loving a lot.
So I can't wait to read more by Willow Winters!
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Review: The Ahern Brothers Collection
The Ahern Brothers Collection by Claudia Y. BurgoaMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC of the whole collection in exchange for an honest review.
TW: Abusive situations, ptsd, prostitution, human trafficking, drug dealing, child exploitation, rape, kidnapping. Not suitable for young children. (For the Chaotic Love Duet).
Begin With You (Chaotic Love Duet #1)- 4/5 stars.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show... - The Complete Review of Begin With You (Chaotic Love Duet #1).
Brief Review: Tragic but heartwarming. Focuses on real issues in the world that kids face everyday. Strong characters. Steamy Romance. Well developed chemistry between the two. Strong Plot. Strong writing.
Back to you (Chaotic Love Duet #2)- 5/5 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show... - Complete Review of Back To You (Chaotic Love Duet #2).
Brief Review: Still tragic and heartwarming. Still strong characters and development. Best writing. Excellent romance and chemistry. Strong plot.
Once Upon A Holiday - 3/5 stars.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show... - Complete Review of Once Upon A Holiday (standalone).
Brief Review: Sterling's story could have been better. Not the right love interest. Forced chemistry. No plot whatsoever. Only the gang, the epilogue, and cause sterling saved some of the book. Otherwise a no-go.
Overall rating of this book -3.5/5 stars.
-TMR
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Review: Once Upon A Holiday
Once Upon A Holiday by Claudia Y. BurgoaMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I was honestly so excited for this book. I mean this was Sterling's book.
You know..the younger Ahern Brother. The artist. The rebel. The charming playboy.
I mean he had so much potential for his own story and I couldn't wait.
But after reading a few pages...I realized a couple of things.
Sterling was still the same. The gang barely shows up in this one. Sterling's love interest is a complete brat. The chemistry is forced.
This whole story is a joke - my number one thing I realized.
Sigh..this story had so much potential for Sterling, cause yes even if I loved Weston dearly, I still had a soft corner for Sterling - so getting his story wrecked like this - completely wrecked me.
A whole day wasted because the story turned out so crappy.
The only reason I am even giving this three stars - is because of the gang (gah I love weston and abby), Sterling's love interest's family (was interesting), and three cause I liked the epilogue (of sterling's only).
Sigh....so much hope and excitement for Sterling's story but it turned into a titanic story - a complete wreck.
I feel so much in the minority right now..sigh.
Until the next (hopefully more sucessful read),
-TMR
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Review: Back to You
Back to You by Claudia Y. BurgoaMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Another Note: Part 1 is Begin With You. This is the second novel in the Chaotic Love Series. Please Read In Order To Understand The Stories.
TW: Abusive situations, ptsd, prostitution, human trafficking, drug dealing, child exploitation, rape, kidnapping. Not suitable for young children.
Same goes for this one. The backstory in the first novel continues in the second novel...Abby trying to find herself and solve her situation, while Wes is dealing with his own demons.
It's still triggering and heartbreaking, so be warned. You're in for a wild ride.
The writing is still hearbreaking, the chemistry is definitely there, the plot is wonderful, the characters are flawed and true, and everything about this duet breaks me soul and heart.
Sigh...how will I ever get over these two?
God knows.
Until the next read,
TMR
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Review: Begin with You
Begin with You by Claudia Y. BurgoaMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
TW: Abusive situations, ptsd, prostitution, human trafficking, drug dealing, child exploitation, rape, kidnapping. Not suitable for young children.
This novel...it was so heartbreaking and real..and so darn emotional. Sigh. Wes and Abby, for the first time in a while truly inspired me and made me feel more than any other book I ever had.
Such sensitive, loving, heartbreaking, real characters they were. Their stories urged me to want to do something about the situations they faced..that kids even younger than them face everyday..and help them somehow.
And I did not want their story to end..so good and true and real it all was. Most of all heartbreaking...that's what it was.
I just..I don't have enough words people. I am trying but I can't. I am scrounging for words to explain who they are, but I struggle hard.
So I'll just leave you with these words instead: Heartbreaking, true, and feelings are all whack.
That's it.
-TMR
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Review: Slade's Sanctuary
Slade's Sanctuary by May GordonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This book was fantabulous. Although a late review, but I loved it.
It was a quick romance. The plot was short and sweet, the characters had tons of chemistry, the side characters were awesome, and the overall novel was fun.
I hope I can read more by this author, soon.
Until the next read,
TMR
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Review: Easy To Lose
Easy To Lose by S.A. ClaytonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: I received an ARC in exchange for a review.
This novel was perfection. I could connect to the female protagonist because of my own..issues as well. The male protagonist was fun too, so supportive and there for his girl.
This novel covered issues like body positivity, relationships, who you are and many more.
The writing was brilliant, I loved every page I read, the chemistry was brilliant, the characters were wonderful, and I loved being in their world.
I hope I read more of this author's work.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Saturday, December 12, 2020
Review: Left On Main
Left On Main by Crystal JacksonMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Note:
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This novel was everything for me. The setting, the plot, the characters, the emotionally charged romance between the two, the general hubbub of the small town itself.
I wish I could live there and meet Libby and Seth. They sound like perfect friends to me, if you like bookish, knowledgeable about antiques and lovers of small towns as friends. And Dean and Lindy and Beth and Mr Darcy (you'll see what I mean if you read this one), they are all truly wonderful.
I hope I get to read more by this author and continue falling in love with the Heart of Madison series. So good this one was.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Review: Keep My Heart: Top Shelf Romance #7
Keep My Heart: Top Shelf Romance #7 by Lex MartinMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Honestly, I enjoyed every story in the collection and I don't have enough words to express my joy, my emotions going in a rollercoaster ride because of the characters.
The writing, the plot, the characters backstories and witty banter, the chemistry - it was all heaven for me to read through.
Kennedy Fox's book was the most amazing. I fell in love with the characters so deeply, it was hard letting them go when the chapter ended.
But good things must have an end at times.
Overall, I loved these stories a heck lot, and I hope to get read more of their works.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Saturday, December 5, 2020
Review: Reveal Me
Reveal Me by Jennifer ProbstMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Note: I received an advanced reader audio version of this book in exchange for an honest review. Please read/hear in order. This is the fifth book/audiobook in the series.
I loved everything about this book! Leo and Scarlett were my absolute favorites, the dialogues, the chemistry, the compatiblity between them was everything I didn't know I needed. I loved being in their world, their thoughts, and how they felt about each other. Plus overcoming their obstacles to live their own lives and be together, wrecked me emotionally heart and soul. This review cannot sum up how much I've enjoyed being in their world, and how I feel about them. But I hope what I've written is enough to convey something of my feelings.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Friday, October 16, 2020
Review: This Love Hurts
This Love Hurts by W. WintersMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Note: An ARC was given generously by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Another Note: This is part of a series. This is the first book in the series. Please read in order.
Warnings: Mentions of physical abuse, domestic abuse, traumatic pasts, etc.
This book I thought, when I had first looked at it, had so much potential. It was a Willow Winters book, so of course I had high hopes for it.
But you know, sometimes, life doesn't go as planned.
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The book was okay, I have to be honest.
Some things were definitely interesting:
The writing.
The history of Cody and Marcus.
And Marcus himself.
Marcus. Marcus. Marcus.
These were only three things I could appreciate from the novel. The rest, I wish had lived up too.
The female character was a heck load irritating. Her name should've been - drunk in coffeeland and wine (she was so busy drinking, I sometimes wondered if she ever even ate, maybe she was a smoker?) Not whatever her actual name was. I just...couldn't relate and connect to her like I wanted. She was just too much for my liking honestly.
On to Cody. He was bland as tea. (And I personally hate tea, unless I am sick). He lacked the edge, and the wittiness, and the general bad boy look he was trying to go for. Most of those things were missing honestly. I still wonder what's-her-name saw in him. I didn't see any chemistry or anything to root for.
They were boring, bland, and over complicated enough at times to give me a headache. I wondered why they were the main characters at all.
The plot was all over the place - so many things were going on at once - that I felt literally confused. Due to no spoiler giving, I can't exactly say (neither can I remember) the exact plot holes that I kept falling into like Alice in Wonderland (no potion to save me from this one).
Thankfully Marcus (even with his few and far between appearances) made things a heck load interesting. I mean that kiss with what's-her-name (see, it shows how little interest I had in knowing her or this novel), daaamn me. I'd have rather loved this couple, than Cody and WHN (what's-her-name). Things would have looked up more.
But hey, there is a sequel to this, so I keep my hopes up anyway.
And the writing being smooth and not troublesome, flowed well, so I moved faster than I did while reading this, despite thinking this novel would have been better. So yeah a plus point there too.
Thank god I have a sequel to look forward to, hopefully saving this one.
Whew.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
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Review: The Pool Boy
The Pool Boy by Madison FayeMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Damn.
What an amazing short story.
Steam, romance, amazingly well developed characters, and perfectly scripted in stereotypes hanging in as well.
I thank god that this random pick on the EPUB site was worth it.
Usually these types of romances are not my cup of tea as due to the age gap and I guess a lot of divorcees in these usually (Idk why), but I was intrigued by the summary regardless. There is a similar book, The Pool Boy By Nikki Sloane. I feel this one was better, no cheating or betrayal, compared to that book.
So, I loved this overall short steam filled, but cute and funny romance story.
If you enjoyed this review, and are intrigued, then be sure to check out the book. It's free on the EPUB site.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Saturday, August 22, 2020
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Review: Broken Rules
Broken Rules by D.L. GallieMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: An ARC was given generously in exchange for an honest review.
Damn, I have had a lot of luck recently with whatever ARC I have and loving it in the end. The same happened yet again with this one.
Oh my god, this was totally what I had been looking for, ever since my mood had started descending downwards because of the pandemic and studies.
The characters, the plotline, the romance, the writing - they were all so fantastic, I couldn't even honestly.
So good it was that I completely forgot to add reading updates or mark it as currently reading. Oops. Well a good novel does get you a little whacked out when you are so addicted to it.
So in the end, I have to say. There is no better book boyfriend right now, than Burton-fucking-Hayes haha.
I love them so much, I might actually re-read this..damn. This novel has me wrapped on it's little fingers, I can feel it.
But I don't care. I loved it too much, so I am willing to spin on it's directions.
I hope you enjoyed this review and will consider reading this book.
Until the next read,
-TMR
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Thursday, August 13, 2020
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Review: Play Me
Play Me by Jennifer ProbstMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: An Audiobook was generously provided in exchange for an honest review.
GOd these two, totally fell for them hard.
The chemistry, the witty banter, the actual confessions - my heart suffered a rollercoaster ride with these two.
I literally have lost words to express how much of a favorite they are to me. So wonderful they are.
AS for the audiobook length, I was definitely not bored and kept wanting the audiobook to go on forever, the narrators were so good at portraying the characters right. I felt I was right in the room with them, damn astral projection happened here I guess.
Anyway, definitely check this one out if you love a rollercoaster ride with two chaotic but wonderfully developed characters and banter that'll make you want more as each chapter finishes.
Until the next read,
TMR
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Friday, June 26, 2020
Review: Dishing Up Love
Dishing Up Love by K.D. RobichauxMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Note: An ARC was provided generously in exchange for an honest review.
GOd this novel! This novel made my whole damn week, and I couldn't stop smiling afterwards.
Damn, I miss Curtis and Erin so much already..
Anyway, let me tell you why I found this novel, the most amazing thing ever after chocolate.
1. The writing - pretty fast paced, and so smooth, I loved every minute of it. Thoroughly invested, and never even bored for once. No grammar problems, totally a smooth ride.
2. The characters - Loved being able to relate to the characters - Erin was a psychologist and she loved helping others (also had her own reasons why for helping them) and I so could relate to it, for one thing - I always wanted to be a psychologist, to be able to bring someone a smile on their face, and help them through their problems, and I could even connect with her insecurities too, sigh..insecurities are a thing that stick with you, no matter the age. But I loved her. Curtis was a perfect book boyfriend honestly, such a caring, charming sweetheart, god I so wished he was real, and like my age, I'd have loved hanging around him. Plus the way he understood her problems and helped break down her walls - fucking beautiful, it was. Sigh..
Totally love these two. Moving along..
3. The chemistry and the sweet scenes - The chemistry, damn it was scorching, I swear I thought my kindle was burning (thank god it wasn't), it was so darn good and steamy..mmm, loved it all.
And the sweet scenes - he was just so frickin wonderful, and she was such a total cutie. Goddamn, my heart feels so good.
They were so bloody done right, no one dimensional bullcrap, y'all. It was all perfection.
I loved it all. And I am so excited to try the rest of the author's books in the future.
Until the next room,
TMR
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Review: The Chestnut Man
The Chestnut Man by Søren SveistrupMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Warning: Gory scenes (mutilation, murder discussions), child molestation, rape, child pornography, violence, sexual violence, some sexual discussion, child abuse, abduction, most characters being extremely evil. This is not for the faint of heart. Read at your own discretion.
The novel had started off great - brilliant writing, tons of action, the pacing was fast, and confusion was in the midst too.
But still great. Then the middle part comes in.
The middle part - confusion, heck loads of it. Too many long scenes, irrelevant most of the time.
But luckily, the end made all the difference to my original rating.
The end -explaining everything confusing to the reader, adding a nice little bow to summarise and tie it up all just right.
Really loved the end for those reasons.
It is a truly complex and emotionally mind boggling read, but if you're the right audience for it, it will be worth it.
Enjoy, if you read it.
Until the next read,
TMR
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Review: Nothing to See Here
Nothing to See Here by Kevin WilsonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
“You took care of people by not letting them know how badly you wanted your life to be different.” Ah spoken with true experience. Felt deep here folks.
That quote literally sums up how I feel sometimes with other people I care about. You don't wanna burden them with your stuff, yet you're dying to tell someone something. A literal walking, talking contradiction to what you need most.
Fire Children. A broken down girl with bad luck being her shadow. A rich woman who shares a past with said broken girl and also has the infamous fire children. A story about what it means to deal with unexpected changes/surprises that you did not expect but may need in the end, and some parental lessons in the midst as well.
This was definitely unusual for me, as I'd never been pushed or even looked in the direction of books like Kevin Wilson's.
But I am so glad I was pushed in the direction to read this one. It was totally funny, witty and hard core relatable for me (despite not being a parent and not a kid either), also a pretty emotional experience for me.
It was fantastic and I hope everyone reads it, to enjoy such a rare gem in the book world today.
Until the next read,
TMR
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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
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