en-US Tue, 14 May 2024 19:26:31 -0700 60 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg Friend1396312014 Tue, 14 May 2024 19:26:31 -0700 ReadStatus7849950764 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 03:36:52 -0700 /review/show/6450176549 N.J. is currently reading The Diávolos: Part Two by Nouha Jullienne
]]> Review6213014043 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:10:31 -0800 /review/show/6213014043 N.J. gave 4 stars to Chasing Midnight (Shift Faced Crew #1) by Cindy Dawson
Fast and Furious vibes? Sassy FMC (my personal favorite) and a foul mouthed MMC ? Yes, please😌
Super bingeable, fun and spicy read. I love the focus on undeniable lust and chemistry, because you could just FEEL it between Ro and Night. Looking forward to the other couples in this interconnected series😉 ]]> Review5923538446 Sat, 21 Oct 2023 12:14:38 -0700 /review/show/5923538446 N.J. gave 5 stars to Revival (One Word #1) by Danielle Sarah
One of my favorite things about 'Revival' was how it balanced moments of being sweet, hot, tense and relatable all into one. I LOVE the dynamic of when one MC falls first and then the other falls even harder. Then add some begging/ groveling to that...YES! Also can we discuss the references to Pride and Prejudice? Like...ahh, my heart 🥺 I'm a SUCKER for classic lit being integrated into modern day books, especially romance, so that had me smiling.

Eli...where do I begin... yes, he's grumpy. yes, he's a musician (drummer...YUM) but the scene with the skull face paint and the image of him bare chest showing, tats and leather jacket...ahhh. YES. I also loved seeing him become vulnerable with trying to make things right with Des. And "sunshine" add it's so sweet and hot of a nick name, I loved it and HIM.

Des...loved her. I love relatable FMC's that are down to earth and vulnerable and real ... Desiree was just that and I loved her for it.

I'm looking forward to Stella and Dominic's book next! ]]> Review5914923949 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:00:14 -0700 /review/show/5914923949 N.J. gave 5 stars to King of Sinners (Sinners and Saints, #1) by Danielle Sarah
Where can I get me a fine as hell, big daddy rancher/biker?! Asking for a friend?!

Okay, in all seriousness...THIS BOOK truly was everything to read.

Callan is the perfect blend of alpha and grumpy (I mean he is the King...sooo) but also so protective and sweet. Also, the belt scene...🥵 he's top tier book daddy/boyfriend/all of it for me.

And then we have Naya who I freakin adored! I LOVE a strong and sassy FMC and Naya was just that. Even better, she didn't have the "I'm not like other girl's energy" that often happens with stronger FMCs. Naya was confident, vulernable, not afraid to stand up for herself and I loved her for it.

Also the banter between Callan and Naya, chef's kiss.
The Yellowstone/ Sons of Anarchy vibes were there but in the most original way. I was able to envision the ranch, the bar, everything perfectly.

I can't recommend this book enough. Top read for me of the year by far. I can't wait for the rest of the series! ]]> AuthorFollowing96545790 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:12:41 -0700 Review5621551471 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:46:42 -0700 /review/show/5621551471 N.J. gave 5 stars to Stealing Brigid (Paperback) by Raven Jean
Ronan freakin Marcellus......🥵

This book was beautiful, relatable, sad and freaking hot all in one and then some.

To have the topics that were discussed in this book, which are on the dark side and definitely can be triggering, to be written in such a way that you can feel their emotions, their healing, their chemistry. Just wow.

The way consent and k*nks were also written really stood out to me was extremely refreshing.

Oh and did I mention that I love Ronan...because I do. And Brigid and this community of Aberdeen. I can't wait to read more in this world!

Absolutely amazing♥️ ]]> Review5621526111 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:46:13 -0700 /review/show/5621526111 N.J. gave 5 stars to Capsized in the Merman's Cove (Monster Mishaps, #2) by Cia Petrichor
Oh how I devoured this second installment in the Monster Mishaps series.

As always Pia's writing is an immersive experience, one that makes me envision every single world as if I am experiencing it (I wish, I wouldn't mind me stranded with Calder and his double...situation haha)

I loved the world building and the explanation of the merfolk as a society and their pods. I also loved the vulnerability in the characters and the connection that grew between them because of it.

Allie needing to take a stand for herself, I found her so relatable and a beautiful, realistic character. And for Calder being vulnerable in his inexperience and his desires.

I could on and on. If you are a monster romance lover or even if you have never read a monster romance, it doesn't matter, THIS book, THIS series is a must read!

So proud of you Pia! ]]> Review5621526111 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:33:29 -0700 /review/show/5621526111 N.J. gave 5 stars to Capsized in the Merman's Cove (Monster Mishaps, #2) by Cia Petrichor
Oh how I devoured this second installment in the Monster Mishaps series.

As always Pia's writing is an immersive experience, one that makes me envision every single world as if I am experiencing it (I wish, I wouldn't mind me stranded with Calder and his double...situation haha)

I loved the world building and the explanation of the merfolk as a society and their pods. I also loved the vulnerability in the characters and the connection that grew between them because of it.

Allie needing to take a stand for herself, I found her so relatable and a beautiful, realistic character. And for Calder being vulnerable in his inexperience and his desires.

I could on and on. If you are a monster romance lover or even if you have never read a monster romance, it doesn't matter, THIS book, THIS series is a must read!

So proud of you Pia! ]]>