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Oceans in Your Eyes: Riviera Shores Book 2 by Lily Baines ⋆ LitBuzz
“And like I said, June; I’m not done with you. I never will be” TanyaTanya’s love for books has been a lifelong passion that she likes sharing with others. Reading is also the thing that relaxes her after a day of juggling the many responsibilities that come with being being wife to an amazing man, mother to four great kids spread around the world, business manager, and farm hand on their place in southwest Missouri; home to Akaushi cattle and a menagerie of pygmy goats, horses, chickens, dogs and cats.
Sleeping with the Frenemy by Natalie Caña ⋆ LitBuzz
Sleeping with the Frenemy by Natalie Caña The most exquisite, most perfect Latinx Romance of this year, Natalie Caña wrote the hell out of this book. About the plot This is the third Vega sibling installment and probably the most messiest. (I say that in the best way.) In previous books like A Proposal They Can’t Refuse and A Dish Best Served Hot, we met Leo. The raunchy, silly, hottie sibling. Leo is recovering from a gunshot wound that caused A LOT of change in his abilities. Many of us know how much of a toll that can take, knowing you are not the same like before and re-discovering a new strength from it all. We also have Sofi, we last saw her in A Proposal They Can’t Refuse. A big rift between Sofi and Kamilah that came about still lingers in the air and Sofi is back from Europe ready to heal and mend. What we didn’t know But what we didn’t know is that Leo and Sofi have been HOOKING UP SINCE HIGH SCHOOL. Yes, all the way into adulthood. As Sofi is back from Europe and literally starting from scratch again. She needs a place to stay, […]
The Coven by Harper L Woods ⋆ LitBuzz
Aside from the fact that I love anything Harper L Woods writes, this dedication hooked me from the beginning! Willow is resilient and strong willed. She was raised to do one thing, take down the Coven. But when she gets to Hollow’s Grove University she finds things aren’t always as they seem. I love a good academia romance, especially set in a collegiate setting where everyone is *ahem* of age. Enter Alaric Grayson Thorne, a man full of much mystery and puts the sweltering heat into the term slow-burn. “You think I would allow anyone but me to touch you?” The Coven is a bit spicy without being off the charts. Quite tame for some of the other books I’ve read by Harper L Woods. However the heat is still prevalent. Add in the paranormal of witches and vampires and you have yourself a gothic romance full of mystery and intrigue. I highly recommend diving into this story without knowing too much about it, so I will leave you with this: I wanted to tear his throat out. I wanted to tear his clothes off. The fact that I wasn’t even sure which one I wanted more terrified me. RebeccaHi, […]
The Night Ends With Fire by K. X. Song ⋆ LitBuzz
“They would never let a woman get away with something like this.” “Something like what?” “They would never let a woman hold on to power.” The Night Ends with Fire is a darker Mulan retelling packed with twists and turns. As a huge fan of the story of Mulan, I was very excited to read this book. K. X. Song does a great job entwining parts of the story we all know and love, with new plot details and giving a bit of a darker side. There was not much spice, so do not go into it looking for a sexier twist, but there is a lot of *heat*. I could not see his face, but I could hear the lethal emotion in his voice. “I protect what’s mine.” The ending left me feeling out of sorts, and once you read the story you will know why. There is magic and dragons and the pull of good vs evil. All in all, I would recommend The Night Ends With Fire as a more serious fantasy read. RebeccaHi, I’m Rebecca! I’m a Maryland girl at heart, but currently live in South Central Pennsylvania. The greatest loves of my life are my […]
Captain of the Rebels by Isabelle Olmo ⋆ LitBuzz
Mood Readers: Captain of the Rebels is written for the feminist warrior inside all of us. Readers will find themselves both awed and angered throughout this book. It is not light reading for the faint at heart. Be prepared for some dirty language and read the content warnings to decide if it’s right for you. How did the book make you feel? Would you recommend this book? Good luck getting me to stop telling my friends about this series. These books have strong female leads, queer representation, cultural diversity, love and war. There is so much challenge and tragedy that is written so delicately, and provides such character growth. Isabelle Olmo has a way of presenting strong characters not from their acts during war, but how they persevere and learn from each other. Women are expected to be stronger than men, but are still referred to as the weaker s3x. Olmo has flipped that narrative on its head, and makes readers wish they could be as amazing as the women in her stories. Would you be friends with the main character IRL? I’m not sure that Sanaa would want to be friends with me. She’s so fierce, and a little […]
Oceans in Your Eyes: Riviera Shores Book 2 by Lily Baines ⋆ LitBuzz
“And like I said, June; I’m not done with you. I never will be” TanyaTanya’s love for books has been a lifelong passion that she likes sharing with others. Reading is also the thing that relaxes her after a day of juggling the many responsibilities that come with being being wife to an amazing man, mother to four great kids spread around the world, business manager, and farm hand on their place in southwest Missouri; home to Akaushi cattle and a menagerie of pygmy goats, horses, chickens, dogs and cats.
Blood on the Tide by Katee Robert ⋆ LitBuzz
Mood Readers: Blood on the Tide is part of a series, but can be read alone. It would be great for someone interested in an adventure of strong women with a side of romance. There’s a strong backstory but it doesn’t take away from the importance of Lizzie and Maeve’s story, How did the book make you feel? What can readers expect? I think that Katee Robert is known to be an inclusive author, which I love. I know that when I read her fantasies that I will discover more than the relationships of vampires, witches, and selkies. There will also be varying gender identities, and romantic preferences. I appreciate that so much in her stories, because it’s opening the reader very realistic people in a fantasy scope. I also expect a loooooot of hot s3x. Let’s be real about that. My first and favorite read by Katee Robert was Neon Gods. I think that she’s made her mark on the “romantasy” genre. Blood on the Tide tells of two women who are pretty much polar opposites, and yet they find each other irresistible. It starts out as an opposites attract situation, until they grow into love and realize they’re […]
Bespelled by Laura Thalassa ⋆ LitBuzz
Mood Readers: This series is for the spicy romance readers who also love a strong mystery plot full of surprises. How did the book make you feel? I felt a little “randy” after they finally make amends in their relationship. Would you recommend this book? Selene, our heroine, loses parts of her memory every time she uses her magic. An ancient king is certain that she is his wife, and also his enemy. Bespelled is the second book in the series and it’s imperative that you start at book one. Bespelled picks up right at the moment when Selene has her full memories returned. Her journey leading up to that moment with Memnon is crazy, and a little devastating tbh, but it’s worth the ride. Beyond their sizzling romance, we are deep in a dark and sinister plot. Witches are being murdered, while other supernaturals are being magically bound as slaves to an unknown witch leader. Despite both Selene and Memnon being a suspect in the murders, they set aside their personal turmoil, and take great risks to uncover the truth. The mysterious plot against witches is not overshadowed by the romance, and yet Selene and Memnon are very irresistible. […]
Loud: Accepting Nothing Less Than the Life You Deserve by Drew Afualo ⋆ LitBuzz
Loud: Accepting Nothing Less Than the Life You Deserve by Drew Afualo Honest, empowering, relatable, Loud by Drew Afualo might have made a memoir reader out of me. Drew Afualo We all might know her for her infectious cackle as we scroll through TikTok, but I personally was not prepared for the depth of feelings I would feel as I got to know Drew in her memoir, Loud. Known for her fierce take-downs of misogynistic men making fun of women on the app, Drew has made a brand of herself. I always felt like I knew so much about her as I watched each take-down video. She charges in with so much passion, humor, and power. Safe to say I admire Drew. Am I a memoir girly now? I have tried various times through out my reader life to get-into memoir books. Minus a couple of good reads I had to examine in college, I have truly stayed away from them. I always had felt so far attached and searching for commonalities with the author of them. But I do have to say Loud has been the exception, and hopefully the gateway into memoir loving. Drew gives such honest and […]
Ashley Poston ⋆ LitBuzz
Ashley Poston writes stories about love and friendship and ever afters. A native to South Carolina, she now lives in a small grey house with her sassy cat and too many books. You can find her on the internet, somewhere, watching cat videos and reading fan-fiction. Tweet her at @ashposton and find out more about her at www.ashposton.com. DarienneDarienne was 15 when her aunt gave her a copy of Princess by Jean Sasson, and she has been hooked on books ever since. Originally from Puerto Rico and now living in Maryland, she’s always looking to visit new coffee shops and bookstores. Her favorite genres include YA, spicy romcoms, and women’s fiction. Thanks to the Bees, she’s also now obsessed with romantasy series. Other loves include lavender lattes, sassy coffee mugs, sunrises, sleeping in, small-town charm, and big city lights. One day, she’ll write that book that lives in her head.
When Among Crows by Veronica Roth ⋆ LitBuzz
Mood Readers: When Among Crows by Veronica Roth is great for someone looking for a short book to wet their pallet. The story is well rounded, characters are engaging, and the end wraps everything up nicely. Quotes “We bear the sword and we bear the pain of the sword” “I don’t find it painful to be ordinary.” “”Suffering isn’t atonement” Would you recommend this book? Absolutely! When Among Crows packs such a big punch for being a short story. The characters and world building seem so effortless to understand while also diving you deep into the lore of their world. You see just how far one will go to atone for their wrongdoing. It’s a quick and wild ride making you feel all the feels! Would you be friends with the main character IRL? While they are wonderful characters for the story at hand, my answer is absolutely not! Too much pain and angst to go around for me. I hope they can find some happiness! What songs would you put on this book’s playlist? “Reflection” – Tool“Need” – Geographer“Paralyzed” – NF When Among Crows (Audio) Synopsis: This program features multicast narration. When Among Crows is swift and striking, drawing from […]
"Everything For You" by Chloe Liese ⋆ LitBuzz
Mood Readers: “Everything For You” is the perfect book to pick up RIGHT NOW. It’s Pride Month. There’s a Euro soccer tournament happening this month that Gavin and Ollie would be obsessing over. Come for the Grumpy/Sunshine trope. Stay for the supportive (and slightly manipulative-but-all-for-the-best-reasons) family ties. How did the book make you feel? Would you recommend this book? 150% yes. Chloe Liese does an exceptional job writing beautiful, dynamic, well-rounded characters that pull on a reader’s heartstrings. “Everything For You” checks all of the boxes: Though this is part of the Bergman Brothers series, you do not have to read them in order. I would suggest reading book one “Only When It’s Us” so that you get a feel for the Bergman family dynamics and understand how the connections come together, but after that the rest of the books can be read as a standalone. Would you be friends with the main character IRL? Oliver is sunshine personified – who wouldn’t want to be friends with him? Especially if we were heading to get coffee together. I wonder what kind of coffee he’d order for me. Gavin would probably intimidate me, but that wouldn’t stop me from trying to […]
Olivia Boothe ⋆ LitBuzz
Born in Colombia and raised in New Jersey since the age of eight, Olivia always dreamed of becoming a storyteller. Now, she enjoys crafting novels with deep, layered plots because romance is not just about the first kiss and the happily ever after, it’s about everything in between. In addition to writing, Olivia loves reading across all genres, binge watching her favorite TV shows, and hanging out on Tuesday nights with her girlfriends for wine, snacks, and junk-TV therapy. Olivia lives in Northern New Jersey with her hubby, three boys, and a mini Aussie named Rosie.
One Cursed Rose by Rebecca Zanetti ⋆ LitBuzz
I was not prepared for how deep and dark this romance would go. It’s not a frequent genre of mine; however, I realize now that I need to explore these books much more. One Cursed Rose is a modern retelling with a sexy twist of Beauty and the Beast. The story maintains some of the old classic themes, like an old castle and an evil curse. The innovative twist is the use of social media companies as the driving force of their financial success. There are founding families running social media technology, but it is linked to their livelihood with family crystals. It’s truly a unique binding of old and new. So how hot is the romance you ask? There’s a scene that will have readers feeling like their riding the edge of a knife. It holds quite the build up of tension, and the potential for voyeurism. It’s exciting for Alana, even if it was meant as “lesson”. Each time that Alana is taught a lesson it seems to motivate her to do more things to poke Thorn. She revels in his form of punishment. One Cursed Rose is the first book in Rebecca Zanetti’s new “Grimm Bargains” series. […]