rainelle_barrett's review
4.0
A Duke Worth Falling For, by Sarah MacLean. This is a contemporary romance book that will keep the reader entertained from beginning to end. The writer certainly did know how to reach her readers. The background story to the love story helped fill in the areas where the romantic love story had its pause moments. A modern day Duke out to rescue his maiden certainly will have the readers sighing as they read this story. The writing was sharp.
The story was simple. The writer didn’t overdo with big words. She stayed to the story which was the romance between Lilah and Max.
Better with You, by Sophie Jordan.
He was like a giant lollipop begging to be sucked. I can’t get this saying out of my head. Lol. Sophie Jordan gave us a short romantic love story that really packed a wallop to the woman’s vulva. Mr. Moretti, you can be my bodyguard anytime. Oh my. I was swept up into this romance between Vee and Moretti. What woman wouldn’t want a strong, burly
man guarding her and then romantically attracted to her. I loved how Sophie wrote the lead character Vee struggling with her emotions and the feelings that she had for Moretti. At the same time Moretti walked around seemingly unfazed by what was happening around him. His job was to protect his client. Truthfully he was struggling with his own feelings for Vee. This a girls dream romantic story that she would love to experience. I wanted more from these two. I recommend this book with two snaps and a lollipop. Until next time my fellow readers... read on!
Supplicant, by Sierra Simone. This was a very interesting read for me. The story really caught my attention in the beginning with Charley and Jax. The story was more of Charley fighting with her emotions of what Church did to her. Church some how in someway wins her heart back. This was a short sweet romantic read.
I voluntary reviewed this ARC after receiving a free gifted copy.
The story was simple. The writer didn’t overdo with big words. She stayed to the story which was the romance between Lilah and Max.
Better with You, by Sophie Jordan.
He was like a giant lollipop begging to be sucked. I can’t get this saying out of my head. Lol. Sophie Jordan gave us a short romantic love story that really packed a wallop to the woman’s vulva. Mr. Moretti, you can be my bodyguard anytime. Oh my. I was swept up into this romance between Vee and Moretti. What woman wouldn’t want a strong, burly
man guarding her and then romantically attracted to her. I loved how Sophie wrote the lead character Vee struggling with her emotions and the feelings that she had for Moretti. At the same time Moretti walked around seemingly unfazed by what was happening around him. His job was to protect his client. Truthfully he was struggling with his own feelings for Vee. This a girls dream romantic story that she would love to experience. I wanted more from these two. I recommend this book with two snaps and a lollipop. Until next time my fellow readers... read on!
Supplicant, by Sierra Simone. This was a very interesting read for me. The story really caught my attention in the beginning with Charley and Jax. The story was more of Charley fighting with her emotions of what Church did to her. Church some how in someway wins her heart back. This was a short sweet romantic read.
I voluntary reviewed this ARC after receiving a free gifted copy.
kfriend's review
4.0
I’m an Anglophile at heart, so I loved this cheeky anthology with novellas taking place in the UK, pairing one BRIT with one America in each short romance. There is a central thread tying all the stories together- a posh fundraiser in the lovely British Museum. Oh, and of course, they are all sexy. I had not read four of the five authors in this batch, so i was excited, too, to find some new authors to love.
While all the stories had their charms, the two stories I loved the most were Sierra Simone’s (not surprisingly b/c I read her often) and Sarah Maclean’s- a new to me author. Both of these novellas were 5 stars for me.
Sierra Simone’s The Supplicant delivers everything I adore about Sierra Simone. The chemistry is scorching, the emotional intensity is thick and heavy, surprises abound, and it has a bold and unapologetic sexiness and taboo quality. This is the story of a past jilted bride down on her luck, trying to make ends meet, crosses path with the man that left her at the altar. For a novella, this one sure packed a punch and felt like a complete story. The perfect combination of heart, character complexity, and heat.
Maclean’s A Duke Worth Falling For features a favorite trope- a royal attempting to be a lowly plebeian to escape being all bougie and important...Here, our duke finds celebrity photographer Lilah has no idea who he is. So instead of being a duke, he plays farmer Max. While we know how this plays out- feelings happen and then it's too late to come clean, this one was still a fresh and yummy delight. From what I gather, Maclean is the queen of historical romance and this isn’t her first rodeo with dukes, even if this is a contemporary story. I’m looking forward to checking her out.
If you are looking for some quick, HOT, and fun reads with chemistry that sizzles and fun British vibes, this is a great read!
Overall, 4.5 stars for the entire anthology.
While all the stories had their charms, the two stories I loved the most were Sierra Simone’s (not surprisingly b/c I read her often) and Sarah Maclean’s- a new to me author. Both of these novellas were 5 stars for me.
Sierra Simone’s The Supplicant delivers everything I adore about Sierra Simone. The chemistry is scorching, the emotional intensity is thick and heavy, surprises abound, and it has a bold and unapologetic sexiness and taboo quality. This is the story of a past jilted bride down on her luck, trying to make ends meet, crosses path with the man that left her at the altar. For a novella, this one sure packed a punch and felt like a complete story. The perfect combination of heart, character complexity, and heat.
Maclean’s A Duke Worth Falling For features a favorite trope- a royal attempting to be a lowly plebeian to escape being all bougie and important...Here, our duke finds celebrity photographer Lilah has no idea who he is. So instead of being a duke, he plays farmer Max. While we know how this plays out- feelings happen and then it's too late to come clean, this one was still a fresh and yummy delight. From what I gather, Maclean is the queen of historical romance and this isn’t her first rodeo with dukes, even if this is a contemporary story. I’m looking forward to checking her out.
If you are looking for some quick, HOT, and fun reads with chemistry that sizzles and fun British vibes, this is a great read!
Overall, 4.5 stars for the entire anthology.
kfriend's review against another edition
5.0
I’m an Anglophile at heart, so I loved this cheeky anthology with novellas taking place in the UK, pairing one BRIT with one America in each short romance. There is a central thread tying all the stories together- a posh fundraiser in the lovely British Museum. Oh, and of course, they are all sexy. I had not read four of the five authors in this batch, so i was excited, too, to find some new authors to love.
While all the stories had their charms, the two stories I loved the most were Sierra Simone’s (not surprisingly b/c I read her often) and Sarah Maclean’s- a new to me author. Both of these novellas were 5 stars for me.
Sierra Simone’s The Supplicant delivers everything I adore about Sierra Simone. The chemistry is scorching, the emotional intensity is thick and heavy, surprises abound, and it has a bold and unapologetic sexiness and taboo quality. This is the story of a past jilted bride down on her luck, trying to make ends meet, crosses path with the man that left her at the altar. For a novella, this one sure packed a punch and felt like a complete story. The perfect combination of heart, character complexity, and heat.
Maclean’s A Duke Worth Falling For features a favorite trope- a royal attempting to be a lowly plebeian to escape being all bougie and important...Here, our duke finds celebrity photographer Lilah has no idea who he is. So instead of being a duke, he plays farmer Max. While we know how this plays out- feelings happen and then it's too late to come clean, this one was still a fresh and yummy delight. From what I gather, Maclean is the queen of historical romance and this isn’t her first rodeo with dukes, even if this is a contemporary story. I’m looking forward to checking her out.
If you are looking for some quick, HOT, and fun reads with chemistry that sizzles and fun British vibes, this is a great read!
While all the stories had their charms, the two stories I loved the most were Sierra Simone’s (not surprisingly b/c I read her often) and Sarah Maclean’s- a new to me author. Both of these novellas were 5 stars for me.
Sierra Simone’s The Supplicant delivers everything I adore about Sierra Simone. The chemistry is scorching, the emotional intensity is thick and heavy, surprises abound, and it has a bold and unapologetic sexiness and taboo quality. This is the story of a past jilted bride down on her luck, trying to make ends meet, crosses path with the man that left her at the altar. For a novella, this one sure packed a punch and felt like a complete story. The perfect combination of heart, character complexity, and heat.
Maclean’s A Duke Worth Falling For features a favorite trope- a royal attempting to be a lowly plebeian to escape being all bougie and important...Here, our duke finds celebrity photographer Lilah has no idea who he is. So instead of being a duke, he plays farmer Max. While we know how this plays out- feelings happen and then it's too late to come clean, this one was still a fresh and yummy delight. From what I gather, Maclean is the queen of historical romance and this isn’t her first rodeo with dukes, even if this is a contemporary story. I’m looking forward to checking her out.
If you are looking for some quick, HOT, and fun reads with chemistry that sizzles and fun British vibes, this is a great read!
emjayreads's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
catxbooks's review
5.0
I just loved it❤️ Sierra is the only one who I’m familiar with but I feel in love with all the stories, I always enjoy reading about British men so this was the perfect book.
vee615's review
3.0
This was fine, the first two stories were good, the last ones kind of dragged on. I felt like it wasn't all that special.
lianareadsblog's review against another edition
5.0
When you hear that one of your favourite historical romance authors is writing a contemporary duke romance novel, of course, I had to read it the next second.
It’s so beautiful written and has a bit of everything, from a trans-Atlantic romance with funny moments that involves a sheep or two , very steamy scenes in true Sarah style, to a few twists and turns because there’s royalty involved and everything is possible.
It’s just perfect for a Sunday afternoon while drinking a cup of English tea and falling in love with Max and Lilah.
It’s so beautiful written and has a bit of everything, from a trans-Atlantic romance with funny moments that involves a sheep or two , very steamy scenes in true Sarah style, to a few twists and turns because there’s royalty involved and everything is possible.
It’s just perfect for a Sunday afternoon while drinking a cup of English tea and falling in love with Max and Lilah.
izzy_happyfornow's review against another edition
4.0
Reviewing each story as I finish them
Sarah MacLean - A Duke Worth Falling For:5 ⭐️
I am thoroughly impressed by MacLean's ability to write an engaging contemporary. I loved this story. I especially loved the use of a hidden identity and one night stand in this one.
Sophie Jordan - Better with You: 5⭐️
I think this one had delightful banter and a lot of STEAM
Louisa Edwards - Not a Bad Boy: 2⭐️
Already docking a star for the being off meds making your crazy comment.
I think if the hatred of self/own body wasn't there this would also be a 5 star, but it was really grating.
Tessa Gratton - Songbird: DNF'd
I wanted to love this one, but honestly I kept feeling lost in the story so I just moved on. I'd love to see Tessa write a full length adult romance though!
Sierra Simone - Supplicant:5⭐️
Sierra is my favorite dirty author. She writes it so well and it's just delicious. I was highlighting quite a few passages for this one.
Sarah MacLean - A Duke Worth Falling For:5 ⭐️
I am thoroughly impressed by MacLean's ability to write an engaging contemporary. I loved this story. I especially loved the use of a hidden identity and one night stand in this one.
Sophie Jordan - Better with You: 5⭐️
I think this one had delightful banter and a lot of STEAM
Louisa Edwards - Not a Bad Boy: 2⭐️
Already docking a star for the being off meds making your crazy comment.
I think if the hatred of self/own body wasn't there this would also be a 5 star, but it was really grating.
Tessa Gratton - Songbird: DNF'd
I wanted to love this one, but honestly I kept feeling lost in the story so I just moved on. I'd love to see Tessa write a full length adult romance though!
Sierra Simone - Supplicant:5⭐️
Sierra is my favorite dirty author. She writes it so well and it's just delicious. I was highlighting quite a few passages for this one.