Review: All I Need by J.H. Croix

All I Need by J.H. Croix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author and Valentine PR.  This is my honest review. 

I adored this book!  I love that Noah and Sasha were able to reconnect after so many years and you can just feel the attraction between the two. 

And I love that this spanned over a long period of time, but didn't drag out the time or anything.  It was very well paced, and had just enough spice and just enough sweet to really make this a great story!

I also love how attentive Noah was with Quinn.  Their relationship was so sweet and I loved seeing them interact and get to know each other.  

This book really showcased a great family dynamic and how, when letting one person in can cause amazing and conflicting feelings all of the time.  I honestly was here to see more of the sweet, family side rather than the spicy scenes because I just got so warm hearted seeing everyone falling even more in love with each other. 

I'm so glad I got the chance to read this story and I'm looking forward to more in this series!

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Review: The King's Game by Nicole Sanchez

The King's Game by Nicole Sanchez
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author.  This is my honest review. 

Oh, this book.  I had feelings, I was screaming at Daphne so many times, and I was entranced in watching the story unfold.  I figured out what was happening very early on, so many times when certain characters were around I was internally telling Daphne what to do, but of course she wasn't listening to me - or anyone really.  I love how even though all of the girls are their to get the attention of Essos, they didn't sabotage each other, well not that much anyway.  They were there for each other in stressful, scary situation. 

I love Dave and how he connected with Daphne almost instantly.  And I love Cat and the friendship between her and Daphne.  They really are like sisters and you can feel that during the entire novel. 

Essos is frustrating.  I understand he can't say anything to the girls because of whatever, but his actions were very upsetting to me, and I can't even imagine how Daphne really felt.  He did himself no favors quite frankly. 

I'm glad I got the chance to read this novel and I'm intrigued on how things will get fixed in book 2!

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Review: Broken Lines by Jagger Cole

Broken Lines by Jagger Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author.  This is my honest review. 

It's been quite a long time since I've read a rockstar romance novel, so I was very happy to see that Jagger Cole dived into this genre and I got to revisit it again and remember that I love them so much!  Plus the fact that Jagger wrote it, I knew it would be amazing. 

I love these characters.  Jackson and Melody have pretty dark pasts and very unconventional lives, and to see them go head to head was fantastic.  I love how Melody is not a normal 20 year old in the way she loves her music and even though she's been around rock stars her whole life, she hasn't let that sway her decisions like some rock stars do. 

Jackson.  Oh, Jackson, my tortured soul.  He's been through a lot in his 42 years, but to see him at his breaking point was heart wrenching.  I honestly wish for his life on the island and being around no one, but that's just because I have a hate relationship with people in general.  He wasn't make great choices, but it worked for him for many years until Melody exploded into his life and made him want different things. 

I loved that there was a bit of mystery in this book, and a lot of redemption.  I was entrapped by these characters and stayed up way too late to finish their story, even though I had to work the next day.  

I'm so glad I got the chance to read this novel and will definitely be adding it to my Jagger Cole collection that is constantly growing!

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Review: Big Duke Energy by Emma Hart

Big Duke Energy by Emma Hart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author. This is my honest review. 

This book was brilliant! It may have been a big page count, but I flew through it in no time because I absolutely loved it and couldn't stop reading it! 

I loved that it was about an author having writer's block and trying to get inspiration. As a non-writer, I can wholeheartedly imagine this happening to many authors. This made Ellie so very real and normal like. 

3 things I absolutely loved about this book (well, there are more but these are my top 3 things)

1. Max's grandma. Esme is amazing and I loved every interaction with her. 

2. Winston. I don't have a cat, but I have 2 dogs, and they are not nearly as much work as Winston, thank goodness.

3. The Sims scene. I was laughing hysterically throughout that entire section, especially Max's reaction. 

There are many, MANY more amazing scenes, basically the whole book, but those 3 things are my absolute favorite. 

I adore this story and I'm so glad Ellie came into Max's life and was just pure Ellie. I'm so glad I got the chance to read this and, as always, already looking forward to more great novels by Emma Hart!

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Review: Hell Hath No Fury: A Romance Anthology for Reproductive Rights

Hell Hath No Fury: A Romance Anthology for Reproductive Rights by Jessica Gadziala
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from Wildfire Marketing Solutions. This is my honest review. 

It took me awhile, but I read all of them!  Anyway, I mainly wanted this because I adore Hannah McBride and Samantha Young, but I also found some amazing stories from other authors I haven't discovered yet.  Besides Hannah and Samantha, the other story that stuck with me was Amie Knight's piece (I need more of this story - PLEASE!!)! And India R. Adams and Nikki Belaire! Below are the stories I read and my thoughts on them

The End Game by Anna B. Doe (4 stars)

Even though I haven't read the original story, this was very easy to follow and I loved the connection between Hayden and Callie. And the pure determination Hayden had all throughout this story.

Wicked by Anne Malcolm (4 stars)

Ohhh, that cliffhanger ending has intrigued me! It's been awhile since I've read a book about witches and magic, but this author ensnared me with this story and reminded me that I like them haha. I not only want to know more about what happens with Bellona and Max, but also what happens with the coven too. 

Unreasonable by Anne Mercier (4 stars)

Seeing Audra and Derrick go head to head in this story was cute and funny. They both dive head first into this intense attraction they have but are so out of loop when it comes to dating that they are floundering. I don't think this story would have been so amazing if it wasn't for Mark and Alex. Those two crack me up so much and I would love to see those two get hit with the live big after making fun of Derrick. 

Hunting You by Alexandria Bishop (5 stars)

Oh, I liked this one!  I love Hunter and Fox and even though they wasted years apart because they wouldn't just talk to each to figure out what really happened all of those years ago, I loved seeing them get together and finally hash it out.  I also think if Hunter was really wanting to fix things, he could have easily found her since her family rats her out during the course of this story.  

Caim by Anna Edwards (5 stars)

Oh, this story!  I was stunned when the events unfolded and I really felt that Layla was fully justified to do what she did.  Also?  I need more to show me what happens with Caim and Layla!!  That ending was so open ended and I think a whole novel of their adventures is a must!  Really loved this story!

Doctor Right Now by Amie Knight (5 stars)

Gahhh!!!!!  I need more!!  This was not enough.  This was spicy and intense and had me holding my breath waiting for more, only to be DENIED and I must have more of Anna Bell and Emory!!!  Also, I love Jax and his scheming ways.  Anna Bell's brother has been trying to play matchmaker for months and Jax gets it done in 2 days - absolutely LOVE this story!

Inheritance by Amelia Wilde (3 stars)

This is definitely part of a bigger story that I don't know about which left me kinda eh overall.  Charlotte and Mason definitely have a connection and chemistry, and seeing them struggle being almost parents is definitely relatable to most readers who are parents, I would imagine.  So this was a good story showing that.

The Muse by Bella Matthews (3 stars)

I liked this story.  Seeing two characters hiding their true identity to get a break from the pressures of their life and just living free for a night.  Aurora and Jack I feel are not done with each other and I see that there is a duet about their story.  Maybe one day I'll pick it up!

Ashes Falling by BT Urruela (3 stars)

This was a different story.  Suspenseful, heart pounding end of the world story about Ashe trying to figure out how to be an adult while also just wanting out of the system.  Very interesting and kept me intrigued through the storyline. 

Laying Low by Cassandra Robbins (4 stars)

I liked Blade and Eve's short story.  I definitely makes me want to read their full story because the attraction between these two are flying off the pages.  I have no idea what the issue was or why it changed their original plans, which also makes me want to read their full length story to figure everything out.  Definitely enjoyed this piece!

Take Me Now by Carly Phillips (3 stars)

Matt and Harper's story was definitely a feel good piece.  I think it's ridiculous that Harper's brother got in the way, but to see Matt finally decide to take the plunge was great.  I do think there should have been a bit more talking and discovering what they both want for their future since neither have really talked to each other for a few years, but since they live in the same town I'm sure they know each other pretty well still, even with the distance. 

The Faceoff by Cali Melle (3 stars)

I saw this was Ice Skating and Hockey player, and the movie The Cutting Edge instantly came to mind and I couldn't stop thinking about it haha.  Eden and Hayden have an obvious attraction to each other; I can only imagine how many sparks will fly in their continuation before they finally give into their true feelings. 

Walking On Sunshine by Claire Hastings (3 stars)

Carlos and Ashby's story started off quick and really shows how, when you know, you just know who you are supposed to be with.  Plus I love that a dog connected them together, so that makes it even sweeter for me!  I also thought the whole situation with Carlos and Leona was interesting.  May have to see if that story is out there!

Burn by Clarissa Wild (3.5 stars)

Emilia's mother is a terrible human being!!! Terrible!!  And her trust in Vincenzo?  Yeah, I don't care how desperate I am, I don't think I could have done what she did and went with a virtual stranger.  She got lucky in a guy who actually wants to help, but in the real world?  Don't think that would happen, honestly.  The spice was intense in this book and the ending?  I think this book really took me for a ride from beginning to end haha. 

Bella by Crystal Daniels and Sandy Alvarez (3 stars)

Logan and Bella are fantastic characters, but Bella??  I absolutely love her.  She will do everything in her nature to protect the ones she loves without a second thought and I absolutely love that.  I've not read the other books in this series, so I came in blind, but Bella has ensnared me in her trap!

Love's a Beach by Danielle Pearl (3 stars)

I am so proud of Liza.  She was in a terrible situation with Jonah, made a decision to get that terribleness out of her life, and she stuck with it.  So many people go back to that out of habit, loneliness, whatever.  And she also didn't take crap from Noah either.  He had 100 times better intentions, but did it all in the wrong way and she also gave him her two cents on what she thought of it.  I was rooting her on during this whole story!

Live-in Bodyguard by Darcy Rose (2 stars)

This was a bit of a stretch for me.  Inviting a complete stranger to be your bodyguard?  Not even knowing his name?  Dakota and Bane were explosive the second they got to her place, but in real life situations, I just can't compute very well with this story.  I liked the connection they had, but having that connection so quickly and making those quick decisions just doesn't work with my brain. 

A Christmas Disgrace by Dee Palmer (2.5 stars)

This was my first introduction to Dee Palmer and I haven't read Sam and Jason's story before. So I was a bit confused with some of the characters relationships, but overall I figured everything out. I liked how confident Sam was and how she empowered other woman after her performance. 

Poison Pen by Dove Cavanaugh King (4.5 stars)

I really liked this book. I love how Ricki can take care of herself and how tough she is! And the tension between her and Asher is flying off the pages... I may need to get my hands on their story to see how everything pans out between the two of them! 

Without Pause or Guilt by Eden Summers (4.5 stars)

This was full of angst, secrets, threats, love, revenge - I loved every second of it! 

Anissa and Cole have an interesting relationship that needs a bit of work but you can't deny their intense love for one another. I really enjoyed this one! 

Headmaster Taurin by Ella Fields (3 stars)

I love seeing Rose and Cooper explore their love for each other, but with a twist. That would be a scary conservation to have if you didn't know how the other person felt, so I'm glad they had help. Though how that person knew what their tastes were, I have no idea.

Hurt Me by Evie Mitchell (3 stars)

Ahh a cliffhanger leaving me with more. There is so much I want to know about Jules and Pope after this intoxicated to them. Also? This is the first story I've read regarding the pandemic and it gave me cold, to be honest. I may have to grab this full length story when it gets released! 

Swan Song by Giana Darling (2 stars)

This was okay.  I was a bit lost in the code world, and there wasn't a lot of interaction between Red and Swan, but it was filled with adventure for the characters. 

Heat by Hannah McBride (5 stars)

I am obsessed with all things Hannah McBride and I loved revisiting Remy and Skye's world again!  These two have been through a lot and they are definitely wiser than their young age portrays. The very serious discussion they had should be discussed the same way in real life, and afterward, when Skye strongly explained their choice? Absolute perfection. Love, love, love!

Hostile Fates by India R. Adams (5 stars)

I loved this one! Ellie and Duke have crazy tension and I instantly went to download the next story from the authors website - hopefully it's a continuation of their story because I am hooked!

Atonement by Ivy Fox (4 stars)

Colleen is about to have her whole life changed now that Owen had his sights on her! I'm hoping they get their own book so I can dive into it and see this chase pan out!

Duke by Jack Davenport (3.5 stars)

It was a change of pace that the second Duke saw Pearl he fell heads over heels for her and pursued her to no end. He didn't torture her, make her second guess everything. Now, he made sure he kept that woman in his life, no matter what. It was cute.

Harm by Piper Davenport (4.5 stars)

I loved this reverse age gap novel! Brynley and Harm are perfect for each other and I loved seeing Harm break down every wall Bryn's ex built after the years they were together. And Bryn's kids are fantastic too!

Look But Don't Touch by Jenika Snow (4 stars)

Oh a best friends dad romance! I believe this is the first one I've read of this trope, but if they are all like this, I may have to jump on this band wagon lol. Landen is definitely an alpha and Bea didn't say practically anything, but I'm sure things will get more normal with them the longer they are together. 

Clyde + Bear by Jessica Gadziala (3 stars)

This was intense. I love Clyde, she was a woman on a mission and took no chances. This was brutal but so satisfying at the same time. And I love how Bear adores her. 

The Choices We Make by Kat T. Masen (3 stars)

I'm very curious what the end decision Alexa is going to make after her revelation. I can't imagine what she is feeling, but I do hope she gets to make her own choice and not let others sway her decision. 

Dorian & Clementine by KL Donn (3 stars)

I love how devoted Clem is to Lavender. She is the friend every woman needs in those type of situations and she does it with love and care. She doesn't pressure, but is just there for support. Her and Dorian are going to have an adventure, I can already tell! 

No Way by Stevie J Cole & LP Lovell (3 stars)

Wolf's determination to win over Nora is swoon-worthy.  His reckless choices with his friends would be a hard limit for me, but it seems like Nora's okay with it. I loved the hard to get games Nora played, but she definitely rushed a lot playing out for a long as she did.

Redeemed by Max Henry (3 stars)

Beth and Crackers need to figure out what they want. They go back and forth a lot and nothing is really getting resolved. I'm sure in their own novel they figure it all out, but this sort piece was full of unknowns.

Darkest Desires by Nicole Blanchard (3 stars)

I love how Stella was able to learn more about her tastes without any judgment. I can't imagine being conflicted between two different men and lifestyle though. She definitely clicked with Mikhail, which I'm sure her mom will gloat about.

Fireball by Nikki Belaire (5 stars)

This was fantastic! I love how strong willed Addie is. She's a fighter and even when life has nothing, she's still determined to figure out a way to survive. And her love for Pete makes my heart melt. Titan is fantastic too, though he needs to communicate better with Addie so they can get past the way they met. Definitely one of my favorites! 

Power Play by Sade Rena (3 stars)

This was a good office romance. Rylan is very determined to make sure she won't get demoted at work and Kareem is all about getting Rylan's heat in love with his own. 

Arrow & Salem by Saffron A. Kent (4 stars)

I liked visiting Arrow and Salem again. They've been through their fair share of issues, and this short story was also filled with what-ifs, but I enjoyed reading about them and their amazing connection with each other. 

Ember of the Heart by Samantha Young (5 stars)

I adore Ember in this story. She knows who she is and how she wants to live her life and she isn't going to let a single person change her lifestyle, no matter how hard it is to cut them from her life. Seeing her with Georgie is precious and how she treats her. 

Her Choice by Sarah Bale (3 stars)

I love the open communication Zach and Machelle have together. I also like how Machelle starts to live her life with her decisions. I get the feeling this is part of another bigger series but I haven't read any of them. I didn't feel completely lost, but there are moments I felt would have been clearer if I had read the other books. 

A Dark & Dirty Sinners' MC series by Serena Akeroyd (DNF)

I'm not good at reading text message passages without the narrative in between dialog, so I had to DNF this. Plus it was a bit hard for me to keep up with the conversations since I haven't read anything by this author and definitely not this series, which I feel is highly recommended for this story. 

Driven by Sierra Glass (3 stars)

This was okay for me. Didn't really connect with the overall background cause I haven't read the other books to really grasp what was going on. But I love Owen's thoughts when thinking of Elizabeth. 

Into The Flames by Skye Warren (4 stars)

Ahh, I want more of Kennedy and Jax. Such a short story full of angst and passion. I love how Kennedy sought him out and I really want to see what happens from there. So many possibilities! 

Savage by Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti

I didn't read this as I haven't read the Zodiac Academy series and I don't want to get hooked right now lol

Fall in Love With Me by Willow Winters (4 stars)

Well that ending was rude lol. But I did enjoy seeing Bennet and Audry reconnect and finally follow their true feelings after all of the years apart. I don't think I'll be reading the rest of their story, but it was nice to see how they reconnected.

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Review: Ruined Secrets by Neva Altaj

Ruined Secrets by Neva Altaj
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author and BookSirens. This is my honest review. 

I will forever read everything by Neva Altaj. I cannot express how much I am in love with her books. I get completely sucked into the story and love every second of it. 

The characters are phenomenal! Isabella is 1,000% amazing. She knows so much on everyone in this world, and she runs everything with so much poise and calm. I would never want to get on her bad side. And Luca is great, though a bit stubborn and hard headed. I'm glad Isa was there to knock him down a couple of pegs, because once that happened? Oh, my!

I really hope people jump on this amazing author because her stories are fantastic and I know she will flourish in the Mafia romance genre once people discover her talent! I'm just glad I was here with book 1! Love it! 

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Review: Shadow and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody

Shadow and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author and BookSirens.  This is my honest review. 

I love jumping back into this world.  And I love how Chloe is slowly but surely becoming more sure of herself and how strong she's been.  I love seeing her and Quintus battle through issues they both have, and seeing Chloe really stick her to decisions.  Seeing her grow and really feel confident in herself is also amazing.  I can't imagine half of the things she is feeling throughout this journey, but to be a mortal with limited magic and have the weight of saving two worlds is a lot for one person to deal with. 

Quintus is conflicting for me.  Some times he's so sweet and adoring to Chloe and then other times, he's all fae and immortal and kinda forgets about her.  I'm not sure I could handle that hot and cold all of the time, to be honest. 

I love Shadow.  Seriously that whole storyline is amazing and I hope we get more in future novels!

Ludo and Mishti are hilarious.  Their back and forth attitudes really put a smile to my face. 

I love how limited Elora was in this book.  Like, she was there, but wasn't part of the main story, which is amazing cause this is Chloe's story and I am glad she's finally realizing that Chloe can handle her own now. 

I'm so glad I got the chance to read this book and I'm looking forward to more by this author!

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Review: House of Curses by K.A. Linde

House of Curses by K.A. Linde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author and Wildfire Marketing Solutions. This is my honest review. 

I love how is been a year since I was immersed into this world, but the author has an amazing way of reminding me about everything that happened previously, but in a subtle, gentle way. I thought I was going to be completely lost of all the small details, but everything came rushing back to me. That's how fantastic this world is. 

Ker is just as amazing as ever. I cannot wait to see how things get resolved after that chilling ending. I suspect she is more powerful than anyone could predict. 

And Ford. Gosh I love that man. I was sad there wasn't at much time with him in this book, but for good reason. 

I totally figured out who The Father was CHAPTERS before it was revealed, and I got goosebumps. I kept trying to talk myself out of it, thinking it was wrong, but I was completely right.

I love all of the friendships and loyalties that get forged into this novel and I'm already ready to read the next book to see what other shenanigans Ker will get into next. 

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Review: Play Fake by Maggie Rawdon

Play Fake by Maggie Rawdon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author and Wildfire Marketing Solutions. This is my honest review. 

I loved this debut story by this author! Fake dating isn't my best trope, but I loved the intensity between Waylon and MacKenzie. 

MacKenzie has a lot of inner demons she usually keeps at bay, but because of the way she's attracted to Waylon, her reaction to his comments is tripled in emotion. 

And Waylon? I absolutely, 100% adore this boy. He may be terrible at communicating his feelings (heck, so is Mac which causes A LOT of issues) but he is trying in his own way. And to get his viewpoint about how he really feels about Mac? Swoon!

I zoomed through this book and got caught up in the story and all the emotions. I am so glad I decided to try out a new author because now I'm determined to read all of Maggie Rawdon's upcoming novels! 

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Review: The Fall of Us by Kennedy Fox

The Fall of Us by Kennedy Fox
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author. This is my honest review. 

I adored this story. I love Oakley and her chipper, sunshiny view of life. She is smart, so talented, and super sweet. Finn had no chance to avoid falling for her! 

I love how she fit so well in the small Vermont town. She loved everything about it and I love that she was able to show that love through her paintings so she can share that memorable experience with buyers. 

Finn. Gotta love his grumpy, "old-man" attitude. Seeing him slowly thaw out and cave into the bright personality of Oakley was amazing. It may have started to get back at his ex, but tension was a-brewing before that comical moment.  

I loved every bit of this book and I wish we got more novels of these amazing characters! I guess I'll just have to make sure to do a reread in the near future to see these two fall all over again! 

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Review: With Every Breath by J.H. Croix

With Every Breath by J.H. Croix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author and Wildfire Marketing Solutions. This is my honest review. 

I've really enjoyed all of the books and characters in this series, so I was very excited to dive into this world again and visit the beautiful Alaska that everyone loves in this storyline. 

Alice is amazing. I love that's she's a vet and how much she connected with her pup. I do think she's a bit too trustworthy of others when she shouldn't and she seems to not have a lot of confidence at times. Other times, though, she's very confident. Honestly it shows how human, and real life, she is.

Jonah is very swoon-worthy but also frustrating at times. He kept a lot of things to himself, which I totally understand because no one should have to go through that terrible experience. But he really needed to keep talking to someone who could help him instead of ignoring the help he needed. 

I'm very happy I got the chance to read this book and can't wait to see what happens in the next book! 

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Review: A Light in the Flame by Jennifer L. Armentrout

A Light in the Flame by Jennifer L. Armentrout
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I received this free eARC novel from the author.  This is my honest review. 

With almost all of JLA's books, the second I get them, I DEVOUR them.  Inhale them.  One sitting type deal.  But with ALITF, I savored it, took my time.  I read it for 4 days (which to some may still be speed reading, but I typically read a book a day, so this was definitely "slow" for me).  

And ya'll?  The EMOTION I felt?  I seriously felt every single emotion from Sera throughout this book.  And let me tell you, a certain chapter?  I felt devastation, utter heartbreak and it took me hours before I could pick up the book again because I knew JLA wouldn't leave it like that.  But I couldn't get over how much my heart felt from these characters. 

That's how amazing JLA is at creating worlds, characters, stories, and emotions somehow emote off of the page and into my soul.  This is why I will read any and all works by JLA.  Because she makes me become lost in the moment, sucked into the world, and feel every amazing feeling.  Authors are honestly creating magic every time, and JLA will always be my number 1 with her amazing talent. 

Sera and Nyktos?  They have my heart.  I believe more so than Poppy and Ash at this point.  I love the way they are with each other, I love the way they react to one another.  I love this storyline and how we can see the power growing in both of them.  And how determined they both are.  

Sera is my favorite.  She has been taught to do one thing her entire life, and when that time has now come, everything she knew was wrong.  And then she finally gets to LIVE for once, and seeing her discover things she never knew?  I was living with her.  She is strong-willed, determined, but also level minded.  When bad news comes, she is down to earth and understands what every decision means.  And she's so selfless.  She comes to the bitter acceptance of choices more than most would, and she does so with the understanding that it's the best decision.  

And Nyktos?  He is so stubborn and thinks he can fix everything.  I also loved seeing him grow more throughout this novel.  He still made a ton of mistakes that caused a lot of issues that didn't need to happen, but, again, stubborn.  He also refuses to think of decisions that will make him unhappy, which is enduring in a sense, but also reckless in my opinion. 

That ending?  JLA is known for leaving the reader wanting more and that is where I'm at right now.  Definitely wouldn't call it a cliffhanger in the sense that I've read a cliffhanger by JLA and I am surviving this one just fine right now.  But I am very intrigued to see how everything will unfold in book 3.  Because things just got VERY interesting at the end and I am so so excited to see it come to it's conclusion and how it will get intertwined with the FBAA series. 

I will honestly be drowning in the emotions I've embraced from this book until I get my hands on book 3 because it was so powerful and dug into my bones how much I felt from this book.  I love everything in this novel and I love everything JLA writes.  I'm so happy I savored this book and, as always, I cannot wait for JLA's next masterpiece!

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Review: Canary by Tijan

Canary by Tijan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was available through Prime and the small snippet I found on Facebook intrigued me, so I dived in.  It's not a bad book, but I just wasn't able to really connect like I normally do with characters and stories.  I am impressed that the author was able to really get the feeling of numbness through the pages for me.  The main character was literally checked out for the longest time - might be why I was so disconnected honestly.  When she finally started to realize what was going on around her and started to look forward to things, that's when the story picked up and really took off.

Getting Raize's viewpoint (halfway through the book) was really great for me.  I loved seeing his thoughts and feelings toward Ash and how he slowly spiraled toward his feelings with her. 

Gus was amazing and I would have made every decision Ash made throughout this entire journey. 

Overall, I enjoyed it for the most part.  Glad I decided to try it out.

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