bookish_dad's reviews
84 reviews

Wanted for Perversion, Trained for Gluttony by Katt Pemble

4.0

The characters in this book were incredible, and the plot was so intriguing that it kept me reading. Gina was in an open relationship until she realized she wanted more from it. Gina enjoyed the thrill of things never being the same. In order to continue her relationships with others, Gina made the decision to break up with her boyfriend. Each day was unique. In the BDSM kinky realm, things started to change and move through several stages. This book was very sensual and spicy.

Wanted for Exploration, Trained for Lust by Katt Pemble

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

The novel is wonderfully written, and I found myself flipping the pages quickly. Even though the story is short, it has a lot of impact. Both the plot and the chemistry are developing wonderfully. Read this if you enjoy multiple partner play and bondage. It was quite sultry and hot.

Silver Nitrate by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.75

Thanks to Netgalley.. This book was wildly good. Silvia has a way of pulling me into each of her books and I am under her spell. This one will be a non stop read for a lot of people and now I am thinking about all the connections with the film industry and the occult. Thank you lol. Thank you again for giving me the chance to read and share my thoughts. I have already pre-ordered the hardcover!

Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon

adventurous challenging funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.75

You like romance... ✔️
You like sci-fi... ...... ✔️
Big blue horned aliens... ✔️
What's more to say lol. Except give it a try.

The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

This reviews for the ARC I received from NetGalley...
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were relatable and well written that I could find no reason to not like it. I'm a huge Dr. Moreau fan anyway, so this was right up my alley. Silvia Moreno-Garcia has gotten herself another fan for sure. I have already pre-ordered the hardcover and planning on getting the audiobook as well. 

The Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling

adventurous challenging inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

This a classic book of collection of stories using animals to give moral lessons. There's even going to be an audiobook release in a march 2022 by Gilbert Jackson "Fireside Reading" which is awesome. I listened to it through NetGalley while reading the book

The Collective by Alison Gaylin

dark emotional hopeful tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

I've literally typed, deleted retyped multiple times trying to find the right words, but it's so hard....and I've never truly gave 5 stars before. This book  was beyond my expectations and a must read! You won't be disappointed!!

Camille suffering from the lose of her daughter finds comfort with a group of people online. But she finds out it's not what she expects and gets pulled in to this group of vengeful women that claim what happens is "justice." 

Here and Now and Then by Mike Chen

adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

Great book...time traveling agent gets stuck in 1996 and his memories of his life begin to blur. 16 years pass but only couple of weeks in his own time.he gets married and has a daughter during the time and then he gets yanked back to his own time where he is supposed to be getting married. But can't stop thinking about his family from the past and finds out his daughter is going down a path of destruction and begins to come up with a way to communicate with his daughter through email, which breaks so many rules (reminds me of Frequency movie 2000 Dennis Quaid). He has to find a way to save his present life and save his daughter (100+ years) in the past.

Texas Flood: The Inside Story of Stevie Ray Vaughan by Andy Aledort, Alan Paul

dark emotional informative inspiring medium-paced

4.75

This book really hit me. I loved the writing style multiple people throughout his life talking about everything. I could hear all the songs playing I'm my head with each chapter and I knew it was going to be tough at the end. When they were building up to his accident I was getting tensed and anxious. 

Yours Cruelly, Elvira: Memoirs of the Mistress of the Dark by Cassandra Peterson

emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced

4.75

I, as a long time fan (80s baby here), had a great day learning about her past and present. Cassandra Peterson aka Elvira has had a long life of ups and downs and is honest as can be in this book.  From being a Vegas showgirl to the groundlings to becoming the mistress of the dark, she has got to be one of the most prolific actresses.. especially for spooky season. I can't imagine anyone not knowing who Elvira is. If you don't then read this book. If you are an audiobook listener then her narration is killer.

And remember....Always be truthful to yourself!