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Ghosted by J.M. Darhower

dark emotional funny hopeful reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

4.75

This was such a beautiful book. One of the first things I noticed was the writing style and how the story was broken up and it was one of if not my favorite part of the whole thing. I absolutely loved the diary entry and the story they told on their own. I loved the flow of the chapters and the pattern they had. I loved the characters and getting to see their own worlds which then collided into one. Madison was adorable and felt so realistic and added so much to the story. I loved Kennedy and getting to dread about her ups and downs and her resilience. Getting to see Johnathan get his happy ending and work to earn that happiness was everything. I could’ve read 100+ more pages of them and their story and this is a book that will linger in my mind for days and months to come. 

Lost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage

emotional funny lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This was unexpectedly good. I was hooked from the beginning after being teased with this couple since book one and getting to finally read their story was so exciting. I loved Teddy and Gus both individually so when they got together I loved them even more. The story that Teddy goes on and the things she struggles with and the things she’s insecure about felt so raw and real and I loved reading about them. Her friendship with Emmy is everything I want my friendships to be and such a good depiction of female friendships. Gus’s ability to love wholeheartedly made me fall in love with him as well as his ability to take the weight off of others while still looking out for himself. The spice was great and there was just the right about and baby being the nickname for this book was everything and more. My only two main complaints are that the story started off a bit slow for the first quarter and I thought the writing style as a whole was a bit choppy and disconnected. But I still had the best time reading this and am so excited for the final book to come out. 

Irresistibly Dangerous by J. Saman

emotional lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This was not what I was expecting but I loved it either way. I’ve been waiting for Lennox’s story since he showed up in book one and he definitely didn’t disappoint. The way Georgia and Lennox complimented each other was perfect and I loved their dynamic. The setting being small town adjacent had the perfect cozy feeling that added to the story. The found family and getting to see all the couples happy and in love was great. I loved the progression of their relationship and how they found their way back to each other. I however was not a fan of the side plot with her ex and the business. It took me out of the story and I just didn’t think it needed to be there. But nonetheless this was a great way to wrap up this series and I had a good time. 

Forever Wild by Rebecca Jenshak

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

This was so eh. I enjoyed being back in the world and the found family but those were the only main highlights. I was looking forward to this story since book two where Everly first shows up and while I did enjoy her story it felt rushed at times and not fully fleshed out. I enjoyed jacks story arc but he didn’t have a whole lot to him. Their relationship felt a little shallow and I felt like it needed a bit more build up. So not the way I wanted the series to end but I still do love this series as a whole. 

Snapshot by Kay Cove

emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced

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

4.5

This was such a good read. I loved the characters from the first page and my love for them grew and grew throughout the story. Dex was  a good mmc and I loved how caring patient and passionate he was. He was the perfect man for Lennox and I loved how well they fit together. Lennox was so real and witty and fit into this world perfectly. The billionaire ceo element was a nice touch and I loved getting to see Lennox navigate that. The side characters added a lot to the story and I loved the little snippets of the past and Dottie. My only main complaint is that this story wrapped up really quickly and I feel like not everyone got the ending they deserved. But besides that I loved this story and I can’t wait to continue the series. 

Camera Shy by Kay Cove

emotional inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This was such a good time. It was cute and sweet while also being impactive and deep. I loved getting to see Avery’s character growth from the start both in a relationship and on her own. I loved the neighbor element and Finn being a boudoir photographer because that’s something I’ve never read. I loved Lennox as a side character and cannot wait to read her story. There were two main things I wasn’t obsessed with that kinda turned me off from the book. First I wanted to see them date for a least a little bit so they could have some growth while knowing each others feelings. And secondly I feel like the storyline at the start with the deal kinda simmered out into nothing and felt kind of forgotten about. But nonetheless this was such a fun read and I’m excited to get to the next one. 

Irresistibly Wild by J. Saman

emotional reflective sad medium-paced

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

4.0

This was solidly in the middle out of all the books I’ve read in this series but I had a good time. There was so much going on throughout the entire book that I was interested and invested throughout the whole thing. I liked the professor student element as well as the medical setting. I love that all of these books are set in Boston and this was no exception. I really liked Laylas character and getting to see her come alive. The spice in this book was unexpected but really good. My two main issues were at times it felt like the side stories were overwhelming the romance and I wasn’t the biggest fan of the girl group. They were just kind of boring and it felt like they didn’t really have anything holding them together. But nonetheless this was a fun read and I’m looking forward to the next one. 

Irresistibly Perfect by J. Saman

emotional lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This was definitely not my favorite. There were a ton of moments I loved like the friends to lovers element, the main character being a famous singer, and the setting taking place across Europe but there were also a ton of things I just couldn’t get on board with. The entire love story takes place over a week which just feels kind of ridiculous. I get that they’ve known each other for years and have pent up feelings but the switch I think should’ve taken place over a longer period of time. I’ve also come to the conclusion that road trip romances simply aren’t for me. I don’t like just reading about the everyday life of the characters while they go through random places. I thought the spice in this book was good but there was too much of it and it kinda pulled me out of the story. I enjoyed how it wrapped up though and how every storyline got closure and I’m excited to go to the next one. 

The Striker by Ana Huang

emotional funny inspiring reflective relaxing 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? Yes

5.0

Ana Huang can do no wrong. This instantly has become a top 2 favorite of hers for me and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I’ve been waiting for Asher’s story for years and it didn’t disappoint in the slightest. Scarlett blew me away with how complex and compelling she was. She was so relatable, so raw, so pure, and so perfect. She’s definitely one of my favorite characters I’ve ever read. I loved her personality, how she carried herself, how strong and determined she was, and how she loved. The dance storyline fit into the story seamlessly and was so interesting to read about. I loved seeing Asher’s growth throughout the book not just as a partner but as a person independent of his relationship. I loved the side characters and all of the little Ana Huang Easter eggs spread out throughout the story. This was a perfect love story and I wouldn’t have changed anything about it. I cannot wait for the next book in this series and for the universe to continue growing. 

Power Play by Chelsea Curto

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I’ve been waiting for this and it didn’t disappoint. The love I have for this book is different than the love I have for face off but still love nonetheless. The communication in this book is what really made me fall in love with it. The way Liam was patient and encouraged Piper to speak her mind and share her feelings and the fact that that was the foundation of their relationship made what came after even more special. I loved Piper and found her so real and relatable. From her insecurities, her need for affirmation, how much she loved, and how she had her walls up, everything about her was exactly what it needed to be. I loved Liam both as a person and how he complimented Piper. The way he melted and was soft but just for her and how he was so down bad made him such a good main character to read about. I loved the migraine representation, especially as someone who suffers from them, and getting to see Liam take care of Piper so eagerly was perfect. Also a microtrope that keeps popping up in these books are the guys having passwords that relate to their women and I’m absolutely obsessed with that. I loved the found family this story had, I loved being back in this world, I loved the characters and future relationships that were teased, and I cannot wait for every other book in this series.