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An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson

3.75

I enjoyed this audio and thought it was a short story that kept me trying to figure out what role some of the characters were going to play in the overall story and how it would unfold. However, I was a little disappointed because this story incorporated a power imbalance between students and a professor. That part felt weird, but then ended up not really going anywhere. I was unsure if the professor was a character I was supposed to like or if she was a villain to our main characters. I just was not a fan of her and her role felt odd and out of place at times. Overall, I did like the story and glad I read it. 

Whiskey Sour by Addison Beck

5.0

I knew I would love this book and it didn’t disappoint. Knox had my heart from the very first book and getting to see his perspective is exactly why this was such an anticipated read. Knox is a classic “Grumpy Bear” broken boy who just wants to be seen and loved but is too afraid to admit that’s what he wants. And Elton desperately wants his happily ever after with kids and pets and the whole settling down thing. Elton is a bit intense but that’s what makes him so endearing and adorable. Knox and Elton were perfect together and I easily would have read several hundred more pages of them. I wanted to see more of their HEA but that’s really only because I didn’t want the book to end and I just loved them together. I’m so excited to see what the rest of the series entails and how Elton and Knox will show up. 

The Silencer by Cora Rose

5.0

Classic Cora meets mafia. I am obsessed with this series already! When we met Tatum in Diablo’s book, I became obsessed with this mafia family. Tatum is an adorable quirky character who loves to push Anthony’s buttons. Mr. Mafia Bossman met his match in someone who wasn’t afraid of him and was ALWAYS horny. I cracked up laughing every time Tatum was like, “don’t mind the massive hard on I have for you.” I fell in love with these characters and I think if you love Cora’s writing this will be your cup of tea, especially if you love mafia. 

Stranded by Jessie Walker

5.0

The way this felt like coming home warmed my heart in ways I wasn’t expecting. I missed Nolan and Skylar so much and being able to see into their lives again was exactly what I needed in a book right now. I adore these two and the family they have and how far they came to having the life and love they deserve. This was perfection. 

Sick Bargain by Nordika Night

5.0

HOLY SHIT!!!! This was classic Nordika Night as far as how creative and intricate her mind is to develop her stories. However, this is her darkest book yet. Do not hesitate to check triggers because you might need them for this. This is dark, twisted, toxic love that is so unhealthy but this is fiction and it’s perfect. Remiel and Krypt were explosive and they were exactly what the other person needed out of a partner. I am just blown away by Nordika’s mind and I am so intrigued by Vile House. These characters had my heart from the beginning and I fell in love the more I read. Also, there might have been some questionable coping skills in here for both Remiel and Krypt, but it worked for them and made sense to who they are as people. The whole concept for the town of Moros was eerie and cozy at the same time. It’s been a while since I last read a dark romance by Nordika and this made me want to dive in for some rereads. Absolute masterpiece and I am already feral for the next book. 

New Blood by L.C. Davis

5.0

READ THIS SERIES!! I have made this my entire personality in the last few days. It’s that amazing. I haven’t been able to think about anything else. Chase and his men make me laugh and swoon and sweat a little from how much action there is. It’s never ending action, which makes me want to read 1,000 more pages and I probably wouldn’t even notice. Seriously, this is so good and I can’t stop thinking about them. There’s just so much happening, it’s wild! And I’m so sad the last book isn’t out yet! 

Blue Blood by L.C. Davis, Joel Abernathy

5.0

Okay I could not put this down. I’m talking, I was alternating between my kindle and phone depending on what I was doing just so I literally would not have to stop reading. L.C. Davis writes some of the best omegaverse Mpreg out there and I need more people to read this series!! This was incredible and I am loving both the character and relationship developments so far. The cliffhangers at the end of each book has been killing me!!! Cannot wait to get to the next book. 

Cold Blood by L.C. Davis, Joel Abernathy

5.0

If I wasn’t busy during the day, I would have finished this in one sitting. I am obsessed with this series! It follows the same MCs and needs to be read in order. I cannot wait to keep reading! 

Bad Blood by L.C. Davis, Joel Abernathy

5.0

The state of the country at the moment had me depressed and this is exactly what I needed. L.C. Davis knows how to suck me into a story and make me unable to focus on anything else and I will never be mad about that. I could not put this book down. Ugh the drama, action, swoon, and spice in an omegaverse with 5 MMCs was exactly what I needed and I cannot recommend this enough. I don’t want to give too much away because so much happens in this. Just go read it!! You won’t regret it.

Darkest Descent by Hazel Black

4.75

I was in shock and speechless after finishing this. It was graphic, depraved, and a little disturbing at times. This is not for everyone and people need to go into this with a clear understanding of that. It was an experience and I devoured it. I am obsessed and couldn’t stop reading. I just needed to know what was going to happen and try to figure out who Hunter was to the twins he kidnapped. I had an idea based on some clues, but I was still shocked by a few things that happened. If you can handle dark and taboo romance, I think you’d enjoy this. Just, again, check triggers.