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💚 Wicked Sexy Liar by Christina Lauren 💚
💚Wicked Sexy Liar by @christinalauren 💚
And just like that I’m done the series 😩 I loved each and every book from the Wild Seasons storyline and Luke & London’s story was such a sweet ending to it all. *Even better was the short story for Not-Joe/Dylan and Perry at the end, such a great addition!
Anyway Luke and London are the two that are on the outskirts of the “group that went to Vegas”. London being Lola’s roommate and Luke being Mia’s ex, and childhood friend of Lola and Harlow. Ever since his breakup with Mia, Luke has been quite the ladies man. Never really caring about anyone in particular. Until he meets London.
After letting him call her Logan for the entire first night they get together, London knows Luke is only good for a one night fling. That is until one night becomes two and then three and soon enough her perception of him starts to change from lothario to genuine nice guy. He realizes he needs to prove himself to London and show that he’s boyfriend material, but can he shake off his roster of ladies once and for all?
While I really enjoyed this one, I can safely say my favourite book of the series was Dirty Rowdy Thing. I’m giving this one an 8/10. These books do not disappoint!
Baking Me Crazy 🍪 by Karla Sorensen
Baking Me Crazy by @karla_sorensen
I am officially obsessed with Penny Reid’s Green Valley universe. Baking Me Crazy is the first of the Donner Bakery canon that takes place in the same town as the Winston Brothers (the bakery is the home of the Banana Cake Queen).
The men in Levi’s family have been known to be cursed with love at first sight and when they fall they fall for life. When Levi met Joss that’s exactly what happened, but she just wanted to be friends. Five years of friendship later Levi is as in love with her as ever, but Joss is starting to fall for her physical trainer. Levi suddenly realizes he’s got to act now or lose his girl before he’s even had her.
I really enjoyed that the story was told with the female lead being in a wheelchair. I feel like it was so well written you begin to understand her perspective in a small town and the difficulties she faces in the world of romance.
I’m not usually a fan of the “pining for the best friend” trope, it can sometimes feel a bit pathetic or awkward to me. I did like it in this case because it was not only really romantic, but if felt like while he was the one pining, he was also super confident and she was awkward and uncomfortable, almost evening it out?! Anyway I really enjoyed this one and can’t wait to read the next in the series. I’m giving this sweet read a 7/10!
I Flipping Love You by Helena Hunting
I Flipping Love You by Helena Hunting ❤️🏚🔨
7.5/10. My cinnamon donut is a nod to Rian and Pierce’s love of Cinnamon Toast Crunch ❤️ From what I’ve read so far of the Shacking Up series, this one wasn’t my absolute favourite couple. I wasn’t a fan of Rian’s tough outer shell and Pierce started out with very little personality. I liked the flipping houses aspect of the story, not so much the other unrealistic scenes (car crashes, running into each other on a date, he’s the lawn guy at the house she’s staying at, etc.).
Even still, it was a great read! Eventually as they warm to each other I became a fan, just not as much as Bancroft & Ruby or Wren & Lincoln. Next up is Amalie and Lex!
The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ You guys, this book. This was such a great read, it had everything from laughs to tears, some sexy encounters, missed connections, friends with benefits, the movie references, it was amazing. From the title I wasn’t expecting more than a light read but it ended up being so heartfelt, touching on some tough issues and had me balling at one point.
I wasn’t sure about Kristen’s sassiness at first, but quickly came around when I realized how funny and bold she is. Josh was such a sweet guy who was able to roll with all of her punches. Without giving away the important bits, I can’t stop thinking about the heartbreaking chapter days after reading. It makes you realize how important it is to be honest with yourself and shows how trivial things like being in “The Friend Zone” really are.
I can’t recommend this one enough, a romantic reader’s dream. 10/10
Two Romances One Theme
DARE TO COMPARE
Two slow burn romances about childhood crushes turned into adult romances, all while fixing up a house? Two different stories.
I am one of those people that actually really enjoyed 99 Percent Mine and while recently reading Fix Her Up I kept finding little connections between the plot lines of these two books.
From the tenacious female lead that is seen as a “joke”, to the kind hearted males that start to see them differently. Both of the male leads are the brother’s best friend, making the female leads the annoying younger sisters not taken seriously.
They are both reunited after years spent apart growing into their own, and are forced into a situation where they are repairing a home, or working on themselves.
I love this romance theme of childhood crush reuniting as adults, and the fixing up a house setting, it obviously reflects the characters building up their connection together and resolving past situations.
Did anyone else find these two stories similar?
The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary
The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary 🛏
Tiffy and Leon are sharing an apartment. In fact, they’re sharing a bed. Tiffy and Leon will never meet because of their opposite schedules, it’s the perfect plan.
This book is FANTASTIC!! Completely amazing, I wish I could read it for the first time all over again. It was so witty and charming with a truly unique romance storyline, which is hard to come by. The characters were weird and lovable, from Tiffy’s eclectic fashion sense, to Leon’s social anxiety. The secondary characters include Tiffy’s best friends that start to feel like your besties, and Leon’s patients at the hospice that are, again, so endearing these additional plot lines really add to the story.
At the same time, the story touches on some heavier aspects including abusive relationships, wrongful convictions, and hospice.
This book had me laughing out loud the whole way through. Those Brit’s really have a great sense of humour. I could not recommend this book more. Do yourself a favour and read this beautiful book. 9.5/10.
My One and Only by Kristan Higgins
My One and Only by Kristan Higgans 💕💍
Divorce attorney Harper is a realist. After her first marriage ended at 20 years old she became a lawyer and began guiding people through heartbreak. Now years later Harper is forced to see Nick again and she soon realizes the feelings she’s been burying never really went away, but will they get it right the second time around?
This one was interesting, at first I thought the writing style wasn’t my favourite but I really liked the actual story. It was just a little scattered at the start with random transitions. I either got used to it or just got into it because once they go on their road trip the story really takes off. I liked Harper’s emotional journey and Nick’s understanding of her. For a romance novel this one really emphasizes the work that goes into making a marriage last which was refreshing. Finally a book that shows it’s not all rainbows and unicorns! I give this one 7/10 💕💍
Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover
Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover 🎵
REREAD: it might seem crazy when I have a massive TBR pile right now, but I really wanted to reread one of my favourites, Maybe Someday to get ready for Maybe Now the last in this series. This was my first Colleen Hoover book years ago and it was the perfect start to a now undying obsession. In my opinion she is one of the greatest romance authors of all time (the GOAT).
Sydney’s boyfriend has been cheating on her with her best friend. Devastated, her neighbour Ridge helps her out with a place to stay. Soon Sydney is captivated by Ridge’s musical talent, as a deaf guitar player he’s a musical genius. Sydney and Ridge share a musical connection which slowly turns into something more.
I know there is a bit of questionable behaviour with Ridge being in a relationship and all, but you easily find yourself rooting for him and Sydney to get together. 8.5/10 🎵
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A Bend In The Road by Nicholas Sparks ⭐️
A Bend In The Road by Nicholas Sparks ⭐️
Miles is a grieving young widower with a 7-year old son in small town North Carolina. As the town sheriff, his wife’s death is still unsolved. Suddenly he meets Sarah and his life brightens. As they fall in love, Miles begins to learn new information about his wife’s case…
I realize Nicholas Sparks is like the Nirvana of “I listen to rock music” but his stories are awesome and bestselling for a reason. This one I’d never heard of and it was no exception, such a quick read, I had to keep reading just to find out who did it (though I had a suspicion from the start 😏). 7/10 ⭐️
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