Review: The Moorwitch by Jessica Khoury

The Moorwitch by Jessica Khoury
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.  In full transparency I also own the kindle version as it was the book I picked as part of my Amazon Prime FirstReads for October 2025.  I was excited to receive the audiobook and read along with the kindle version, it has become my new favorite way to consume books.  I very much enjoyed the narrator and though she did a great job with all of the characters.

This fantasy romance follows Rose, a witch who at a young age made a bargain with a fairy when she didn't understand the terms or the consequences.  She was only trying to escape a terrible situation and protect herself.  Now 12 years later she has dedicated her life to teaching other young orphaned witches about their powers in a controlled environment, but as her 21st birthday approaches she is finding it harder and harder to channel her own magic.  She comes to find that her bargain with the fae is slowly killing her, and until she repays the debt she will continue to experience pain and loss of her power until her death in mere weeks.  Conveniently she is placed on leave from her order and as instructor until she can rest and regain control of her magic and is able to help Lachlan, the fae she owes the debt, on a mission to re-enter the world of faerie and save her magic and life.  

To repay what she owes, Rose must journey to Scotland and find a way into the fae realm and retrieve something for Lachlan.  To succeed in her mission she must act as governess for a grumpy Laird and his hellion of a younger sister.  Conrad is not keen on magic, but his sister Sylvie finds it fascinating and wants Rose to teach her everything.  Conrad loves his sister and wants to protect her and Rose threatens the walls he has built with her magic and her pretty face.  As she spends time with the family she not only bonds with Sylvie, she begins to melt Conrad's icy heart and learns that he has many secrets he's been keeping.  Her own secrets threaten their budding romance as well as her deal with Lachlan as she discovers the true nature of the fae's plans.  

I very much enjoyed this as we get some lore, a sweet romance, action, banter, and magic.  Sylvie adds humor to the book with her little sister antics and curiosity, which I thought was a nice touch.  The world building was well done as the author does a good job describing the Scottish moors as well as the magical aspects of the world.  The magic system was unique and well crafted, I always appreciate understanding how a magic system works.  This book does start out a bit slow as things get set up, but things pick up as Rose learn more about the fae and as the stakes get higher.  

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Review: Three-Fifths by John Vercher

Three-Fifths by John Vercher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via the publisher as part of the rerelease, all opinions are my own.

I had to sit with this review for a bit before I wrote it. This book was heartbreaking and it hit very close to home as it was written in my hometown and took place during my formative years. I went to high school very close to where where one of the main events occurred, and The "O" where this significant event occurs was a popular place to grab fries and food after school with friends. You didn't hang out there after dark though, the college kids and then a much rougher crowd gathered there as seen in the book. I was in Oakland recently for a college tour with my oldest son and sad to see how much Oakland has changed. The O or the Original Hot Dog Shop closed in 2020 due to the pandemic, which makes me sad as I have so many good memories with friends there and my kids will never get to experience an Oakland staple. Back in 1995, Oakland and other parts of the city were experiencing gang violence, you couldn't wear red, navy, or black because those were the colors associated with the local gangs. The OJ Simpson case was all everyone was watching on TV and was mentioned several times in the book as well.

This book follows Bobby, son of a white alcoholic mother and a black father whom he's never met. Raised by a racist grandfather he struggles with what his true identity is once he finds out his true parentage. Bobby passes for white, and no one questions his identity until he is in his twenties. His best friend Aaron has just been released from prison, and is no longer the comic book loving geek he remembers. Prison has changed Aaron, as he had to find a way to survive, and their friendship may not survive his new ideals. Bobby and Aaron bonded over being different and not like everyone else when they were younger, but Aaron never knew Bobby's secret. On the night of his release, Aaron assaults a stranger making Bobby and accessory to the crime. The guilt is eating Bobby alive, when Bobby's mother and father reunite in another part of town complicating the situation even more. Bobby is trying to do the right thing and save himself, his best friend, while also walking a tightrope with his mom. This tragic story comes to a crashing halt when everything comes to an intense and heartbreaking end.

Pittsburgh is a melting pot of people from everywhere. The Three Rivers brought every race, color, religion, and nationality together. I had the privilege of growing up with kids from every background and my parents taught me to respect everyone and our differences. I hope I did the same with my kids. That being said racism, classism, and bigotry did exist then and they unfortunately still exist now. I had friends like Aaron and Bobby who got bullied for not running with the right crowd or fitting in with social norms. I had wonderful African American friends who who were taunted for being not "black" enough for various reasons or not running with a gang. The 90s in both the real world and the novel was a rough time across the nation, and I can understand why a kid like Bobby would pass as white and not tell anyone especially his white best friend given the situation. Each of the characters in the novel had to make choices to protect themselves in ways you may not understand or agree with, but if you take a step back you can see that each one of them was doing their best to survive in a cruel world. Each of them struggle with their choices and the consequences, the author made them feel like real people that will stay with me for a long time. This book is heartbreaking in so many ways. It is violent and vulgar at times, but it is accurate and appropriate given the message and the content. This story is important and needs to be told.

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Review: I Know I Should Exercise, But...: 44 Reasons We Don't Move and How to Get Over Them by Diana Hill and Katy Bowman

I Know I Should Exercise, But...: 44 Reasons We Don't Move and How to Get Over Them by Diana Hill
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This book was timely as I've been struggling for several years to get back into my pre-covid exercise routine.  Prior to the pandemic, I went to spinning class 2-3 times a week before work without fail and loved it.  Then everything shut down, I hurt my back, and I've never been able to get back into a routine where I prioritized self-care and exercise.  Classes aren't at times I can fit in my schedule around work and kids.  Now I find myself so mentally exhausted at the end of the day after getting the teenagers off to school, working 8-10 hours, doing chores and family time, that I just don't have anything left at the end of the day to give to my self.  The book addresses the difference between mental exhaustion and physical exhaustion and that really resonated with me.  It also addresses the struggle with knowing that I need to exercise and the guilt that comes with knowing that I'll sleep better if I do and I'll be heathier for it but I don't have the energy to do it.  It is a vicious cycle, but the book has given me some tips and motivation to hopefully break out of it.  The authors address taking baby steps to change your mindset and align movement with your values and goals.  They address the many excuses we have for not moving and several of them really hit home for me and are things I know I can do to make small changes and get some movement in during my workday or before or after I start my day.  They address the need for physical movement for not only physical health but better mental clarity and many other benefits as well.  

I enjoyed the common sense approach and hearing realistic things I and many others can do to make small changes that can become effective ways to get movement into our day that we all desperately need especially when sitting at a computer all day.  They also address those who have more physically demanding jobs and different ways to take care of your body if you are standing all day.

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Review: The Bookshop Below by Georgia Summers

The Bookshop Below by Georgia Summers
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This follows Cassandra in the wake of finding out that her caretaker has passed and she has inherited the magical bookshop she grew up in.  They have been estranged for several years, as Cass had not been the best protégé.  She is a better thief than student, and she is also able to tap into magic in a way other booksellers cannot.  Several people are interested in taking over the bookshop, but Cassandra decides she is up for the task despite their lack of confidence and trust in her.  She keeps running into Lowell Sharpe, another bookseller who immediately dislikes Cassandra without knowing much about her.  They quickly realize that there is something going on with the bookshop and the book community in general and they have to work together if they are going to save the magic and the books they love so well.

The premise of this book was interested.  I liked the idea that the ink and books themselves possess magic and certain booksellers possess the ability to bring those stories to life.  I do wish the Lady Fate tale had been a bit more expanded, it felt a bit confusing especially when we get to the paradox books.  That part was a bit rushed and I felt like the magic could have been explained a bit better.  I also felt like I never really understood why Cassandra was expelled from the bookseller community, it was a bit glossed over, but everyone hated her for her terrible misdeed.  I also never really understood the secret society of the booksellers and what their end goal was.  I feel like there were too many disparate plot lines that while they eventually came together, I spent much of the book wondering what was going on.  Perhaps had I read the book in print I would have felt differently as I would have been able to flip back and reference parts of the story, which you can't really do with audio.

Overall the storyline was interesting and I was invested in what happened to the bookstore, Cassandra and Lowell, and the magic. 

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Review: Single Dad Dilemma by Karla Sorensen

Single Dad Dilemma by Karla Sorensen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC and ALC via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

I'm a huge fan of Karla's books and this one was fabulous! This does read as a standalone, but I highly recommend reading Lessons in Heartbreak first in order to get some of Barret's backstory with his ex and the dynamics with his twin brother Griffin. While not 100% necessary to the main story, I think having that background is helpful and several references are made to those characters and the events in that book. You could probably read it right after reading this and also get the same understanding.

Normally you see the grumpy sunshine dynamic, but this was a different take with a grumpy grumpy dynamic. Barrett has two great kids who are also a bit mischievous as they try to push the limits of their dads super organized, rule filled world. Lily is a bit of a nomad, who makes a living house sitting with her equally grumpy dog Larry. She and Larry quickly fall in love with Barrett's crazy kids, and while they are house sitting Lily agrees to fill in as a temporary nanny. Lily and Barrett get over their initial dislike of each other as they dance around their attraction for one another and their love of the kids. His love for order and rules and her desire to have fun and irritate the heck out of him every chance she gets makes for a really great slow burn romance.

I loved these two together, and I appreciated that this was a slow burn romance. Lily's nomad lifestyle stems from grief, so if loss of loved ones is a trigger make sure you are ready for that as this eventually gets very emotional when she finally opens up to Barrett. It was nice to see Barrett and Lily get to know one another over a longer period of time as neighbors and "frenemies" with their banter and awkward flirting before they jumped into a relationship. They definitely had chemistry tension, and yearning. The banter is top notch! I also loved the kids, they add the humor and comedy that is needed to balance the more serious, emotional tones of the book.

I loved this and could barely put it down. I highly recommend the audiobook, the narrators were wonderful!

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Review: Gemini: Stepping Stone to the Moon, the Untold Story by Jeffrey Kluger

Gemini: Stepping Stone to the Moon, the Untold Story by Jeffrey Kluger
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided both an ARC and an ALC via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This was a fascinating  look into the early days of what would eventually become the NASA.  We learn about the politics, science and people that put their heart, soul and some their lives into the Gemini space program as the Unites States raced  Russia to be the first to put men on the moon.

This was well researched and puts some of the spotlight on those who are lesser known in the space race.  Many know about the Apollo program, but Gemini came first and without this program and the lessons learned from it the NASA of today wouldn't be what it is.  This book is very detailed and the author gives first hand accounts throughout keeping it interesting.  I did find that the pacing was a bit slow at times and the information was repetitive.  

Overall, if you are interested in the history of NASA, the space race, and the moon landing this is a great option.

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Review: Break Wide the Sea by Sara Holland

Break Wide the Sea by Sara Holland
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

I was provided both the ALC and ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.  

This follows Annie, head of the Fairfax family and the Fairfax Whaling Company, after a tragic accident at sea took the lives of both of her parents.  She must keep the stakeholders happy, take care of her younger siblings, and keep her curse from transforming her into a bloodthirsty monster.  All in a day's work, right?  Whales possess magical healing properties, but over hunting has caused their population to thin.  This brings more danger to the Fairfax company and those in its employ, but with the aid of her fiancée August, Annie is sure that they can make the stakeholders and the people who need the magic happy.  There is one other treat to whaling ships, the finfolk, ancient fae creatures who protect the seas and possess magic of their own.  Annie discovers that the finfolk may be able to lift her curse and that August may not have her best interest at heart.

I loved all of the twists and turns this had.  Annie is doing the best she can given all of the challenges she faces as a woman in charge of a traditionally male dominated business.  She is faced with keeping her curse a secret while trying to do the best for her family and the company, and trying to have a bit of a life for herself all at the same time.  When she learns that the people that are supposed to be on her side may have plans to betray her, she has to weigh her feelings, the facts, and what is right at every turn.  She learns that there are many secrets being kept and is torn between August and what she wants with him, and Silas and their growing friendship as he teaches her more about whaling and the finfolk.  As she spends more time at sea, she thinks her path forward becomes more clear but so many secrets and bargains may stand in her way.  I really enjoyed the world building and the character development.  I'm looking forward to the next book to find out how Annie's journey plays out and if she made the right choices.  

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Review: Xolo by Donna Barba Higuera

Xolo by Donna Barba Higuera
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an amazing story! The illustrations were amazing and I highly recommend listening to the audiobook as well while reading to get the correct pronunciations of the names


If you are a dog lover and a mythology lover like I am this is the tale of the lesser known Aztec god Xolotl, who was always in the shadow of his twin Quetzalcoatl. In the twist on this mythological origin story, Xolo not only steps into his own role but inadvertently helps create man's best friend and gets no credit for his part in his creation of human kind. It is a wonderful heartwarming story!

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Review: Brigands & Breadknives by Travis Baldree

Brigands & Breadknives by Travis Baldree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.  As always Travis Baldree does a wonderful job with the narration.  I don't think anyone could do justice to his characters as well as he does.

This is the 3rd book in the Legends & Lattes series, and while this can be read as a standalone I recommend reading them either in publication order or in sequential order so that it everything makes sense.  We first met  Fern prior to [book:Legends & Lattes|61242426] when Viv was recovering from an injury and helps out at Fern's bookshop.  This takes place after the events in Legends & Lattes, and Fern is feeling restless and lonely.  She misses Viv and decides to open a bookshop in Thune to be closer to her friend.  The book business doesn't seem to be fulfilling Fern, as one does after a night in their cups, Fern makes the rash decision to run away on an adventure with a famous oath maiden.  Astryx is on a mission to turn in her latest bounty, a kookie goblin named Zyll who likes to steal silverware and cause chaos wherever she goes.  Many a bounty hunter is after Zyll either for the prize or for the damage she has caused.  Fern convinces the oath maiden to allow her to be her squire until they can turn in Zyll to earn her keep and fill the emptiness in her soul.

I loved this so much.  It has just the right balance of cozy, humor, emotion, and action to pull you in and keep you invested.  This had a bit of higher stakes than the other books, but I enjoyed the more action and adventure plotline.  It was really fun while still maintaining the cozy vibe.  Zyll was hilarious and her antics keep you wanting more.  I hope we see more of her in the future, guard your knives and forks though.  As with the other books you are invested in the characters and their outcome.  You want to see them succeed and you are with them ever step of the way as they develop a friendship and you aren't quite certain if there is going to be a romance aspect as things develop or if things will remain platonic.  I also loved that we got to reconnect with Viv, Tandri, and Cal again.  I will read anything in this universe and I hope there are many more adventures to come.

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Review: Pastries and Pints: A Small-Town, Rivals to Lovers Romance by Allie Winters

Pastries and Pints: A Small-Town, Rivals to Lovers Romance by Allie Winters
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via the author, all opinions are my own.

This is the second book in the Aurora Bakery series, however it reads as a complete standalone.  This follows Sydney, one of three sisters who run the family owned baker in their small town.  Sydney, doesn't have a fancy college degree like her older sister, but she is one heck of a baker.  She wants to prove that she can do more than bake, so when the town's small business association pairs the bakery with the local bar to work on a mutually beneficial event to bring in customers, Sydney is determined to make it a success.  She has to work closely with Pierce, local bar owner who also has a fancy business degree and recently renovated his grandfather's bar.  He inherited the local bar and is in town trying to figure out what he wants to do with his life.  He comes from a background much different than Sydney's and while he isn't sure that life is for him, he hasn't been in town long enough to know if small town life is either.  Working closely with Sydney on their project Pierce has to deal with her sarcasm, wit, and ability to bring chaos everywhere she goes.  Their partnership quickly turns into more than just beer and pastries, but it also makes them face their vulnerabilities and opens old wounds.

I really liked Pierce and Sydney together.  Sydney is always jumping to conclusions with little to no information, and it is usually the worst conclusion.  She also doesn't like to talk to people about her feelings or set the record straight.  This is counter to her fierce personality in other aspects of her life and her confidence when it comes to baking.  Pierce on the other hand doesn't flaunt his wealth, yeah sure he wears nice shirts, but he always has a way of bringing Sydney back to a calmer place when she spins out of control.  While they may not have gotten off on the right foot, once they cleared the air and the communication started flowing between them they had great banter and worked really well as a team.  

This was a great addition to the series and I can't wait to see what Aurora has next to offer.  I wish there was a real tasting event like this near me, I would buy tickets in a heartbeat.  I loved this story and hope you do as well!

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Review: Fallen City by Adrienne Young

Fallen City by Adrienne Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided both and ARC and ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This follows Luca and Maris, both pawns in a political war that neither of them particularly wants to play a part in.  Maris is the daughter of a magistrate as well as novice to the last Priestess who has knowledge and magic of the old ways.  Luca was adopted by his uncle, a cruel man who wants him to be a soldier and a politician.  Luca apprenticed with one of the city's great philosophers in addition to his uncle's desired studies, this places Luca in a difficult position when his mentor speaks out against the magistrates.  Both Luca and Maris are set to inherit seats as magistrates and work together as allies, but when their seats become available Luca takes a different path than Maris leaving the city in chaos and Maris feeling betrayed and abandoned by the person she loves.

I really enjoyed the world building and the atmosphere of this story.  I love anything with a Greek/Roman feel and this delivers.   Young does a good job building the love story between Luca and Maris both in the present and the past so we understand their relationship and how they got to be in the situation they are in.  I'm hoping we get more about the magic and the gods in book two as it was touched on, but I always want to know more.  It also plays a part in the story to come, but we don't know why.  There is alot of political scheming at work with pawns moving about like chess pieces as the magistrates cast their stones and make alliances, however I feel like there is more information yet to be revealed as the rest of the story unfolds.  I'm anxious to read the next book and find out what happens.

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Review: Half-Light Harbor by Samantha Young

Half-Light Harbor by Samantha Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via the author, all opinions are my own.

This is a new romantic suspense from Samantha Young.  It follows a New York socialite and heiress to a hotel chain looking to connect with her Scottish roots and recover from her grief after a tragic accident takes both of her parents.  Tierney Silver feels more at home on the remote island of Glenvulin than she ever did in New York and finds some peace and healing as she begins work on restoring an old guesthouse into a Bed and Breakfast.  Before leaving the states, she found out some disturbing information about her parent's accident and she is determined to find the truth with the help of an investigative reporter.  This puts them both in danger, but Tierney is sure that she will be find on the tiny isle so far away from the hustle and bustle of NY.

Enter Ramsay McRae, a surly contractor working on the B & B who is full of secrets.  He and Tierney are immediately attracted to one another despite their age difference, but Ramsay has a past he isn't proud of and he lives in isolation to keep his past in his past and the people of the island protected.  Finding comfort in each other as they hide their secrets and sort through their feelings of guilt and grief.  Their no strings attached situation turns into something more, but as the truth of Tierney's parents is exposed she is put in danger which sends Ramsay into a tailspin for many reasons.  Can their relationship survive all of the secrets and scandals that surround them or will they find their way back to one another?

I really enjoyed this new series and I'm excited to see where the series is headed.  I immediately fell in love with the island and the people.  This is a fast paced story with plenty of spice and several suspenseful plotlines that while seem unrelated eventually tied together.  While I'm not usually one for the lack of communication trope, it was always clear that Ramsay and Tierney were going to keep secrets when they started their affair.  It was part of their agreement that they didn't owe each other information or feelings.  I thought the author did a great job with their interactions and discussions about trust, and the later communications about trauma and their pasts.  This book does include physical and emotional abuse of Tierney's friend, so take care if that is a trigger for you.  While I initially couldn't figure out how that tied into the main plot, Young did a good job making sure that things came together.  She really kept us on our toes with this one and her skill with suspense writing has really expanded.  I'm really looking forward to spending more time on the island in future books!

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Review: The Crimson Throne by Sara Raasch & Beth Revis

The Crimson Throne by Sara Raasch
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.  In full transparency I ended up listening to the audiobook while reading this.

This follows Alyth, half fae and half human, she is sworn to protect Scotland from the Red Caps and English fae clan.  In doing her duty, she has been Queen Mary's protector from both magical and human threats.  Enter Samson, a spy for the English serving Queen Elizabeth, who only wants to live a normal life.  To do so he must find someone to break the curse that has plagued him and hurt those around him for his entire life.  His latest mission to enter Mary's court and work with her wretched husband Darnley promises answers and a way to break the curse.  He meets Alyth and everything changes, while she doesn't initially trust him they can't deny that they are drawn to each other and to uncover the truth about the Red Caps and the plot against Scotland they will have to work together.

I loved how the authors blended history, fantasy, romance, and Celtic lore together.  The romance aspect takes a backseat to the history, fantasy, and court intrigue that is happening around Samson and Alyth.  If you are looking for a more spicy romantasy, this isn't the book for you.  I do like more developed romantic relationships, however the history, magic, characters, world-building, court politics and plotting more than made up for it.  I thought the authors did a good job describing the various types of fae and other magical creatures we meet throughout the book.

I'm loving what Raasch and Revis are doing as a writing duo.  I've really enjoyed their other works and this is no exception.  I really loved this and can't wait to see what happens in the next book as things heat up between the English and the Scottish and we get to learn more about the different types of fae.  I also look forward to seeing Alyth and Samson's relationship develop more and to see  how their powers grow as they work together.

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Review: Same by Hannah Rosenberg

Same by Hannah Rosenberg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This was a lovely collection of relatable poems about life, motherhood, friendship, marriage, love, and relationships.

You really get to know the poet through her words in these poems and as a mom, it really took me back to when my now 17 and 15 year old were only a year old and liked to sit on the floor and play or read books. That time is precious, cherish it. I also say to her "Same", as I still having figured out how to do it all as we flit from event to event trying to survive until the weekend to recharge and recover from the week. I felt seen in these poems.

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Review: Rebel Without a Claus by Katana Collins

Rebel Without a Claus by Katana Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via the author and LiterallyYours PR, all opinions are my own.

You might be thinking it is far too early to be indulging in Christmas romcoms, but this was adorable.  I related to Luke so much.  I'm a bit of a grinch  myself.  Don't get me wrong, I love the idea of Christmas the snow, the lights, the peppermint everything, but the holidays can also bring with it some bad memories and a lot of family drama.  

Eve is the queen of Christmas, she is home for the holidays from making Christmas movies in LA and she loves nothing more than helping her parents out at their during festival time.  Winning the festival's grand prize would really help out Eve's parents as their inn has been struggling since a chain hotel has moved into town, but Christmas and competition are what make Eve thrive.  Enter Luke, a local reindeer farmer who hates all things related to Christmas, and for good reason.  The holiday brings bad memories with it for him and while none of it is Eve's fault he associates her with that terrible time.  Something is different this year and if Eve wants to win Christmas and save the inn she is going to need Luke's help.  Armed with candy canes and cheer, Eve manages to melt Luke's icy heart and they both discover why their town and the holiday is so special.

If you love grumpy sunshine, friends to lovers, small town holiday romances this was so cute!  It embodied what Christmas and the holidays are all about!  Helping your friends and neighbors, making people smile, spreading joy,  spending time with the people you care about, new beginnings, and so much more.  I thought Eve and Luke had great chemistry, even better banter, and the humor was spot on.  I loved the meddling townsfolk and the chaotic reindeer.  

   

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Review: The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong

The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This was a delightful follow up to [book:The Teller of Small Fortunes|207611551], and can be read as a complete standalone.  Originally I thought the books were related, however they are not, which is why I make that statement.  It isn't a series, but if you have read and loved The Teller of Small Fortunes and loved it as I did, you are sure to love this one as well.  This has the same cozy vibe, a sweet romance, magical hijinks, and two witches who discover their true path and purpose along the way.

Certainty is a novice who desperately wants to rise to the ranks of Mage.  She showed promise when she entered the Guild for training, but she hasn't been able to pass the exams to become a full blown Mage.  Her magic allows her to speak with inanimate objects and determine their purpose, which isn't very useful to the Guild.  She is wearing out her welcome unless she can finish a task and be granted the title of Mage.  She will be assisted by a somewhat prickly Mage who is known for being unliked and icy toward her peers.  Mage Aurelia is all business as they set out to the small town of Shpelling to store unwanted magical artifacts in the unmagical town.  Upon their arrival the townsfolk are wary of those with magic and for good reason.  As Aurelia and Certainty work to make their lodgings livable and catalog the artifacts in their care, they learn why the people of Shpelling dislike magic and those who wield it.  Certainty is determined to sway them to her cause and uses her abilities and the slightly magical artifacts at her disposal to help instead of harm and bring the town back to life.  Aurelia is not onboard at first, but she quickly sees the good that can be done and her frosty demeanor quickly thaws and the two work hard to bring joy to the people of Shpelling and help wherever they can.

I loved the interactions between Certainty and Aurelia as they grew from prickly to friends to more.  The farmer and the aristocrat made for a nice balance as they learned from each other and Certainty gave Aurelia reality checks often but with kindness.  Their interactions with the people of Shpelling were humorous as were the conversations Certainty had with the artifacts.  I really loved watching the town bloom as the "lady mages" did their work.  I also appreciated that we get to see both girls interact with their parents and deal with their sense of self worth as part of the conflict resolution arc.  While they both had very different upbringings they both felt failure in different ways and their interactions with their families brought that to light.  

This was full of hope, garlic, magic, and all the cozy things.  There is a bit of romance but it doesn't overtake the book.  This is the perfect book for fall to curl up in a warm blanket with a warm drink and a snack.  I loved my time with Certainty and Aurelia and can't wait to read what Julie Leong comes up with next!

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Blog Tour: Rebel Without a Claus by Katana Collins

 

She’s all sparkle and Christmas spirit. 

He’s one grinchy cowboy.

Rebel Without a Claus, an all-new grumpy/sunshine, second chance, small town romance novella from USA Today bestselling author Katana Collins is now available!

Eve Winters lives for Christmas—the twinkling lights, the festive music, the over-the-top holiday magic. So when her parents need help running their Christmas-themed inn, she’s all in. The only problem? Luke Dawson—the town’s broody, flannel-wearing reindeer farmer who hates everything merry and bright. Unfortunately, he’s also the one providing the reindeer for the town’s biggest holiday festival, which means Eve is stuck working with Mr. Bah Humbug himself.

Luke has no patience for Christmas or the chaos that comes with it—especially when it involves Eve, the walking, talking embodiment of holiday cheer. He spent years trying to forget her, but now that she’s moved back to town—with her sharp tongue, city-girl attitude, and an unfortunate talent for getting stuck under mistletoe—forgetting her is impossible.

But between meddling townsfolk, mischievous reindeer, and a snowstorm that leaves them stranded together, Luke is starting to wonder if maybe Christmas—and Eve Winters—aren’t so bad after all.

She’s all sparkle and Christmas spirit. He’s one grinchy cowboy. But when the festive sparks turn into a full-blown holiday inferno, will this rebel without a claus surrender to the season’s greatest surprise—falling head over boots in love?

 

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She’s all sparkle and Christmas spirit. 

He’s one grinchy cowboy.

Rebel Without a Claus, an all-new grumpy/sunshine, second chance, small town romance novella from USA Today bestselling author Katana Collins is now available!

Eve Winters lives for Christmas—the twinkling lights, the festive music, the over-the-top holiday magic. So when her parents need help running their Christmas-themed inn, she’s all in. The only problem? Luke Dawson—the town’s broody, flannel-wearing reindeer farmer who hates everything merry and bright. Unfortunately, he’s also the one providing the reindeer for the town’s biggest holiday festival, which means Eve is stuck working with Mr. Bah Humbug himself.

Luke has no patience for Christmas or the chaos that comes with it—especially when it involves Eve, the walking, talking embodiment of holiday cheer. He spent years trying to forget her, but now that she’s moved back to town—with her sharp tongue, city-girl attitude, and an unfortunate talent for getting stuck under mistletoe—forgetting her is impossible.

But between meddling townsfolk, mischievous reindeer, and a snowstorm that leaves them stranded together, Luke is starting to wonder if maybe Christmas—and Eve Winters—aren’t so bad after all.

She’s all sparkle and Christmas spirit. He’s one grinchy cowboy. But when the festive sparks turn into a full-blown holiday inferno, will this rebel without a claus surrender to the season’s greatest surprise—falling head over boots in love?

 

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Review: Red City by Marie Lu

Red City by Marie Lu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

I've been a long time fan of Marie Lu's YA works and was excited to see that she was writing an adult fantasy series. I loved this from beginning to end! It is dark and violent and has adult situations which is to be expected, though the spice is fairly tame compared to today's romantasy standards. There is romance, but it takes a back seat to the alchemical underworld that our main characters are a part of.

Sam and Ari are both alchemists, at a young age they were both taken into warring houses to train and hone their talents. They became fast friends in school, but neither of them knew the other was a member of the enemy house until they were adults. Each of their syndicates rule with violence in an alternate Los Angeles where they controlling politics, the wealthy, and most of all the trade of an alchemical drug that each syndicate produces.

We get to see Sam and Ari grow up together and separately as their paths connect and diverge over the years. They always had a connection, but there were always secrets between them. Now that they are rising stars in enemy houses their loyalties are tested as the conflict between their houses escalate and become more and more violent. I really enjoyed getting to know each character as they learned alchemy and dealt with different relationships as they rose the ranks. This is filled with action, lies, betrayals, and it kept me on my toes the entire time. It is hard to for me to review without giving too many details. I can't wait for the next book in the series. I appreciated that while this has an open ending, it doesn't end on a cliffhanger. Things are sent in motion for the next book, but it ends with a sense of closure.

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Review: The Genius Bat: The Secret Life of the Only Flying Mammal by Yossi Yovel

The Genius Bat: The Secret Life of the Only Flying Mammal by Yossi Yovel
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC and ARC of this book via Netgalley and the publisher, all opinions are my own.

I had no idea there were so many different types of bats.  While not a bat enthusiast myself, this was such a well crafted and detailed book about the creatures, their habits, habitats, and interactions.  The author is clearly passionate about their work and research and that shows through in the book.  I enjoyed learning about the various types of bats and how they are all very different.  I especially enjoyed learning about echolocation

At no point did I feel that the subject matter was too hard to understand or too academic.  I felt it was very well written to explain the science behind the research and any one could pick this up and learn about bats without needing a high level of understanding in science.  The author did a great job keeping the science content readable and interesting which I find is not always the case with non-fiction.

If you are interested in bats, or a very well written non-fiction about a topic you know nothing about this is a good one the pick up.  I certainly learned quite a bit of new information.  The audio is very well narrated.

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Review: The Witching Moon Manor by Stacy Sivinski

The Witching Moon Manor by Stacy Sivinski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This was such a cozy return to the Quigley house!  I loved the first book when my book club read it several months ago, and I was very excited to see that there was a second book coming out to expand the sister's world.  I would recommend reading the first book before diving in as it explains the magic system and the talents each of the sisters possess.

This book finds the sisters reunited after having split up to pursue their own talents.  Violet is back from flying high at the circus, though an accident has shaken her.  Beatrix is back from her latest book tour, but she is struggling to write despite having a talent for words.  Anne as usual has mounting responsibilities, but she is struggling with running the tea shop and working for the council.  Now back together the sisters can lean on each other, but they are all a bit ashamed of their faults and hesitant to talk about what is bothering them.  Anne must enlist the help of her sisters if she is going to save the city, as they helped her with her last mission and it is only when they work as a team and embrace their talents that they find success.

I really enjoyed this cozy magical mystery.  I love the character development we get from each of the sisters as they work together and independently to solve the mystery.  I also liked that the author brought back Mr. Crowley and his unfinished task back into play.  We learn more about his story and relationship with Philip as well as learn more about their families.  Each sister has to go on a self-discovery journey, but their paths all circle back to the same central place.  It really brought things full circle and I really enjoyed being back in the manor with them.

I really loved this book and the series as a whole.  It was perfectly cozy and magical!

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Review: The Hitchhikers by Chevy Stevens

The Hitchhikers by Chevy Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC and ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

Set in the 70s, Tom and Alice set out on a road trip to visit the beauty of Canada's wilderness on their way to the Olympics in an effort to reconnect and heal after a tragic loss.  They Americans have planned their stops and activities at various RV parks and campgrounds and National Parks, purchased an RV, and have their tickets for the Olympics secured.  During their first stop they run into a young couple who appear to be hitchhiking, and in a kind gesture invite them to dinner and use of their spare tent for the night.  Tom being hospitable offers to give the couple a lift to their next stop.  Alice doesn't get a great feeling from the teens, but she decides to let it go for now as she's been trapped in a state of depression for a long time.  At a quick stop for gas Alice discovers that their passengers are on the run from the law and not who they claimed to be.  This puts Tom and Alice in danger and instead of a fun sightseeing vacation sets them on a dangerous flight from authorities with two very unstable teenagers.

This is told mainly from Alice's perspective, but we also get insights from Jenny, the pregnant teen who's boyfriend is holding Tom and Alice prisoner in their RV.  From Jenny we learn how she and Simon met and why they are on the run together.  We learn why she is so loyal to him and about her messed up home life, and her lack of knowledge about the world.  From Alice we get all of the tension about being held at gunpoint while her husband is injured and constantly threatened by a crazy teenager who is scared of being caught, but also has also unlocked his violent side and wants to protect Jenny in his own irrational way.  This is action packed, violent and gruesome at times, and the tension remains high throughout the book.  Alice plays her part to keep herself and Tom alive, but she is always looking for a way to escape, while trying to convince Jenny that Simon is not a good person.  The ending was unexpected.

This is my first book by the author and I very much enjoyed it,  I'm looking forward to reading more from the author!

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Review: Mirage City by Lev AC Rosen

Mirage City by Lev A.C. Rosen
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC and an ALC of this book via Netgalley and the publisher, all opinions are my own.

This is the 4th book in the Evander Mills series, however I have not read the previous books in the series and was able to follow along.  There are references to cases and relationship elements in Evander aka Andy's past that could have used more context, but they aren't relevant to the mystery aspect of the plot.  If you've read the prior books, I assume you would understand those references, and while I was confused at times I was able to follow along and would consider this able to be read as a standalone.  I do think I would recommend reading the series in order though.

This is set in the 50s when being openly queer was not acceptable, and while Andy has set up is private investigator business and found a home with people he can be his true self around in San Francisco the same is not true for everyone else.  He is hired to find some missing persons by a member of the secret Mattachine Society, a queer rights society.  The case takes him to his home town of LA where he runs into some unsavory characters and reunites with his mom.  His mother is a nurse who happens to work at a mental health clinic whose methods are not very humane.  Andy has kept alot from his mom, but he has to balance the case, his own true nature, and his love for her and his own morals before the end.  

I mainly listened to the audiobook and between the writing and the narration, this felt like an episode of Dragnet, a police procedural set in the 50s in LA, which I watched when I was kid.  While Andy is no longer a cop, I thought the author did a great job with the investigative elements and making this queer in a time when being queer was not OK in society.  

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Review: The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neill

The Irish Goodbye by Heather Aimee O'Neill
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC and ARC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This is not the typical type of book I read, however I do think that the author did a wonderful job evoking emotion and capturing family dynamics.  This was well written, and while not the type of topic I'm drawn to, the characters were well developed and the topics were well thought out and explained.  Please do check your triggers as this discusses religion, abortion, cheating, suicide, grief, and guilt quite heavily.

This follows the Ryan family as they get together for Thanksgiving in their Long Island home.  The story is told from the perspective of the three Ryan sisters who all have their own secrets and priorities.  The entire family harbors guilt, resentment, and other emotion but because of the way they were raised no one talks about anything.  Their closed off nature causes issues in their relationships with each other as well as their relationships with others.  It is also why they never speak about their late brother who took is own life.  Now all back in the same place, the sisters are all overwhelmed by their own issues, and everything bubbles over when everyone is stressed at the holidays.  Cait the eldest has flown in with her twins from England, and she is only focused on meeting up with her high school crush Luke.  She isn't the greatest mom, daughter or sister, but her trip home brings alot of things into perspective for her.  Alice the middle sister is overwhelmed by life.  As a stay at home mom she not only cares for her husband and kids, but she takes on the role of caretaker for her aging parents, and having recently gone back to work she realizes that she can't do everything.  She gets some surprising news that may upend her whole world, but she too gets some advice that sheds light on her situation.  Maggie, the youngest, is finally brave enough to bring her girlfriend home to meet her devout Catholic mother, but she is harboring a secret that is bigger than being accepted by her family that may stop her relationship in its tracks.  The Ryan family has a whirlwind Thanksgiving that causes them all to have many uncomfortable conversations that not only clear the air but bring them closer together as a family.

I had a hard time getting into this book mainly because I had a hard time connecting with the sisters.  I hated Cait for much of the book as she was really selfish and self-centered, she makes some really questionable decisions but eventually comes around in the end.  Maggie refuses to take accountability for her actions, and Alice's inability to ask for help irked me, all turns out well in the end when their realize they aren't alone and they have each other.  As the book went on I began to understand why no one in the family talked to each other about what happened and how they are feeling.  In the first half of the book, the author sets up the emotional turmoil they are all facing, then in the second half we find out more about events that took place in the past and why they felt they needed to hold their emotions in instead of working through them together.  The author does a great job of capturing the stress of a large family gathering when there are kids needing something every 2 minutes, loud conversations, people stressing about food and the weather, people causing drama, and others not feeling welcome.

This would be a great choice for a book club discussion as it covers quite a few sensitive topics but would also generate great conversations amongst the right group of people.  I was surprised to find out this was a debut novel, it is very well developed and the writing is that of a seasoned author.  

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Review: CORBIN: Wild Wolf Pack from the world of Gallize Shifters by Dianna Love

CORBIN: Wild Wolf Pack from the world of Gallize Shifters by Dianna Love
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via the author, all opinions are my own.

This is the second book in the Wild Wolf Pack series, however it reads as a complete standalone.  It is also connected to the League of Gallize, however you don't have to have read that series either.  There are characters from that series present, but the author does a good job giving enough information for the reader to understand what is going on.  If you are familiar with those books, you'll already know what's going on and who some of the characters are.

This was an entertaining read with a nice mix of action, romance, and suspense.  This is more focused on Corbin connecting with his wolf and reconnecting with Eirene a girl from his past who he always believed was his mate.  After having been apart for many years and both holding a grudge since high school, their relationship felt a bit insta-love like and all was forgiven without much thought after a short conversation.  I did appreciate that there was no more angst between them after that though, once they were together that was it.  There were other factors trying to get in their way.

I always look forward to seeing what Love has in store for us when it comes to shifter romances.  This one took me a while to get into, something about the dialog between the characters bothered me but I can't pinpoint why, but overall I found it entertaining

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Review: Daedalus Is Dead by Seamus Sullivan

Daedalus Is Dead by Seamus Sullivan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was provided both an ARC and an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

I love Greek mythology, and I'm a huge fan of the retellings that have been coming out recently.  This follows Daedalus, who is often mentioned as a side character in other tales.  This novella focuses on Daedalus' relationship with Icarus, but it also weaves in the tales that Daedalus supports.  We get to experience the creation of the Labyrinth and the Minotaur, the invention of his famous wings and loss of Icarus, and his journey through the underworld in a new light.  The author takes some liberties with this retelling when it comes to Daedalus and his choices, some where creative and supported the darker narrative and other's were questionable.  I enjoyed the portrayal of the Minotaur in this retelling.

I found parts of the story confusing as the timeline shifts back and forth in time and between 1st and 2nd person POV.  The present time is during Daedalus' time in the underworld with the past being during his time in Crete under Minos' rule.  The story is told by Daedalus to Icarus after Icarus flies too close to the sun.  Daedalus is an unreliable narrator as he tells the story of Icarus' life from birth through childhood, his death at this hands of his father's invention, and then Daedalus explains his slow descent into madness due to his grief.  Icarus was a beloved child and his loss drives his father to make some questionable decisions especially after his own death.  Daedalus ultimately wants to know "why" Icarus flew too close to the sun, which drives him to reflect if he was a good man and a good father?  I enjoyed the dreamlike way the author develops Daedalus' version of his history to Icarus, in which he defends his actions as a way to deal with his grief.

Overall I enjoyed this.  The cover is stunning and the audio narrator was excellent.

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Review: A Steeping of Blood by Hafsah Faizal

A Steeping of Blood by Hafsah Faizal
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I received an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This picks up where book 1 leaves off so I don't recommend reading this as a standalone. Much like in the first book, this follows the same group of characters as they struggle with their new reality. There was alot of information revealed in the first book which left the reader with quite a few unanswered questions. This book answers those questions as Arthie, Jin, Flick, and Matteo plot and maneuver to expose the Ram and defeat her sinister plans. I don't want to spoil too much if you haven't read the first book. This has a ton of plot twists and some very emotional moments, some that will make you very happy and some that will make you want to throw the book across the room.

The pacing is a bit inconsistent and certain phrases are used repeatedly. Parts of the book are very fast moving especially at the end and feel rushed while others are a bit on the slower side and almost feel like they take too much time. I think part of that is because there is alot of character development especially with Flick. Much of the storyline centers on Flick and her feelings toward her mother and her life before she met Jin and Arthie. Arthie and Jin are also coming to terms with their new reality and what that means for their relationship and future. Arthie has always relied only on herself, but now she has people she trusts to help her execute her plans. Trust doesn't come easy for her but through the found family aspect, we really see her come to lean on her crew to thwart the enemy.

Overall I really enjoyed the conclusion to this YA duet. I love Faizal's writing style and the characters she creates.

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Review: What Stalks the Deep by T. Kingfisher

What Stalks the Deep by T. Kingfisher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ALC of this book via Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

This is the 3rd novella in the Sworn Soldier series, and follows Alex Easton to America to assist long time friend Denton to find a missing person.  Denton's cousin Oscar has gone missing while mining coal in West Virginia, and from Oscar's last correspondence something strange and possibly paranormal is going in in the mine.  Denton and Easton have faced plenty of horrific things in war, but even more strange things at Usher house (book 1).  Despite Easton's reluctance to visit America, they are the best person to solve the mystery of what is going on in the strange mine and where Oscar has gone.

As Easton and their crew search for the missing Oscar, they uncover strange things in the mine.  The atmosphere is claustrophobic (as it should be) and the horror elements are unique and well executed.  The characters have great banter adding a hint of humor to the mystery and horror vibes.  I don't want to say any more or it would spoil the story.

Each of the novellas follows a different plotline and can be read as a standalone.  The characters overlap and there are elements from previous books mentioned, however you can read each of them independently.

The narrator is excellent, and does a great job voicing Easton and the other characters in the novel.  Avi Roque has narrated all 3 novellas to date and always brings the eerie and creepy vibes and the right emotion into every scene.

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Review: Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross

Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book Netgalley, all opinions are my own.

If you are a fan of the Letters of Enchantment Duology (aka Divine Rivals) this is a prequel, that delves into the lives of the gods that are frequently mentioned in those books. We get the background leading up to events that occur in Divine Rivals, however this does read as a standalone and you can read Divine Rivals before or after reading this. This follow Matilda, herald of the gods and goddesses and a goddess in her own right. In this world there are two different sets of gods, those of the Underling and those of the Skyward, Matilda is unique as she belongs to both and is the only one that can traverse the two realms in addition to the mortal world. She has befriended a mortal boy named Vincent in childhood through her dreams, and after a long separation they reunite in person as adults.

The first third of the book sets up the world nicely and describes who the characters are. We have a good understanding to this point who Matilda is, how the magic system works, and who the players are, but the plot is only just beginning to be revealed at this point. The plot really starts to pick up in Act 3, when the conflict between Vincent and his uncle kicks off and the gods pick sides in this familial war. This book is a bit on the slower side as we spend most of our time with Matilda, but some of the chapters are in Vincent's POV. Matilda must decide where her loyalty lies and come to terms with new abilities she uncovers as the story unfolds. She must make alliances, make deals, and call in favors to help Vincent and his people, all while performing her duties. As she aids Vincent, their friendship turns in to something deeper, and they must grapple with their differences while war rages on around them and the plans fate has laid out for them.

I'm a huge fan of Ross' books and this is no different. The writing is beautiful, and while the pacing is a bit on the slower side it fits the plot. We spend time with Matilda, who as a goddess is immortal and time doesn't really matter to her and very few things can hurt her, so we spend more time with her on her tasks and developing plotlines and strategies. For Vincent, time is limited and as a human his body is fragile, so our chapters with him tend to be faster paced. I loved how their relationship developed, and if you like a relationship with yearning, look no further.

I loved the audiobook and the multiple narration is wonderful.

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Review: Resisting You by Katana Collins

Resisting You by Katana Collins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an ARC of this book via the author and Literally Yours PR, all opinions are my own.

I'm a bit behind on reviews, but this was delightful. I loved that Noah and Rosa were already friends for a long time and already had chemistry between them. That eliminates the awkward we just met and now we're married situation after a night of debauchery. Noah had been asking Rosa out for years, but she always turned him down, despite liking him. She had her reasons, which become very apparent as the book unfolds. Now that they are married and tabloid fodder, these two friends turned spouses decide to use this marriage to their advantage as it might help both of their careers. Plus it helps that they actually like each other, I mean really like each other. Everything starts off well in their "marriage of convenience" until Rosa's overbearing parents show up demanding she have a proper wedding, inviting people she doesn't know and people Noah can't stand to their wedding. The happy couple is determined to make their marriage work until traitors in their midst make it known that they are determined to tear them apart. Will the couple survive the tabloids and the paparazzi?

Noah and Rosa were such a fun couple. They had great banter and chemistry. I also loved that they adopted a puppy! I love dogs. We get alot of character development from our couple as they both have to deal with alot of outside pressure from family and the media in the wake of their accidental marriage. Rosa grew up with famous parents and she doesn't like being in the spotlight. She wants to do her job and be successful on her own merit, and when her credibility gets questioned she completely shuts down. I think her reaction was completely reasonable and realistic, but I loved that she had a friend to support her. I also appreciated that she had a conversation with her father about how she felt. I would have liked to see a similar conversation with her mother, but overall I thought the conflict resolution was done nicely on Rosa's side. As for Noah, relationship's aren't really his thing, but you can tell he's be holding out for Rosa this whole time. He has some family stuff to deal with, and I loved how that was all handled in the end and his interactions with his siblings especially his twin sister.

This reads as a complete standalone, however it is related to the Maple Grove series. I've read a few of the books in the series out of order, and I can attest that you can read them in any order. The Tripp family is worth getting to know and Maple Grove is 100% a place I wish was real because I want to live there. I can't wait to read Callie's book!

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