The Beginning

 

Title: The Beginning

Author: Ranay James

Publisher: self

 
ISBN: 9781311668424

 

Thoughts:  Not a bad story, but the structure was wonky with a pivotal character not being introduces until Part 2, and an even more important plot point not even touch upon until the final third.

 

Rating: 3/5

The Trouble with Bachelors

 

Title: The Trouble with Bachelors

Author: Caitlyn Blue

Publisher: Sassy Muse

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts: Typical contemporary romance with fun characters.

 

Rating: 3/5

Not in Her Wildest Dreams

 

Title: Not in Her Wildest Dreams

Author: Dani Collins

Publisher: self

 
ISBN: 9780991734962

 

Thoughts: Sometimes I had trouble understanding the main characters motives, so I could not always get behind their actions and in turn, them.

 

Rating: 3/5

Her Master and Commander

 

Title: Her Master and Commander

Author: Anya Summers

Publisher: Blushing

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts:  I did not understand the motivations of the characters, and a lot of the interaction and character development felt forced.

 

Rating: 2/5

The Best Part of Me

 

Title: The Best Part of Me

Author: Jamie Hollins

Publisher: self

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts:  What could of been a solid sweet romance but it tried to be too spicy in parts.

 

Rating: 3/5

Maybe Tomorrow

 

Title: Maybe Tomorrow

Author: Kim Golden

Publisher: Echo

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts:  Typical well-written romance, but it dragged on twice as long as it could have.

 

Rating: 3/5

Lake of Destiny

 

Title: Lake of Destiny

Author: Martina Boone

Publisher: Mayfair

 
ISBN: 9781946773012

 

Thoughts: Cute, sweet romance with a magical realism twist.

 

Rating: 3/5

Down & Dirty

 

Title: Down & Dirty

Author: Tracy Wolff

Publisher: Love Spell

 
ISBN: 9781101883631

 

Thoughts: Steamier than I prefer, but a very touching story with relatable characters.

 

Rating: 4/5

Forbidden Kisses

 

Title: Forbidden Kisses

Author: Annie Rains

Publisher: Loveswept

 
ISBN: 9780399181122

 

Thoughts:  A cute, sweet romance, even if the "forbidden" part is a tad unnatural.

 

Rating: 3/5

15 Minutes

 

Title: 15 Minutes

Author: Lairssa Reinhart

Publisher: Past Perfect

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts: The mystery was solid, but some of Maisie's interrogation choices just did not seem logical.

 

Rating: 3/5

Waiting For a Girl Like You

 

Title:  Waiting for a Girl Like You

Author: Gina Conkle

Publisher: Valkyrie

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts: Definitely steamer than I prefer, but still good storylines.

Rating: 3/5

Royal Scandal

 

Title:  Royal Scandal

Author: Marquita Valentine

Publisher: Loveswept

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts:  If this had stayed sweet like it wanted, it would have been a perfect read, but the spicy bits just did not seem to fit with the characters and through me out of the story.

Rating: 3/5

Catch and Release

 

Title:  Catch and Release

Author: Laura Drewry

Publisher: Loveswept

 
ISBN: n/a

 

Thoughts:  Sweet, enjoyable romance.

Rating: 4/5

 

To Find a Viking Treasure

 

Title: To Find a Viking Treasure

Author: Gina Conkle

Publisher: NYLA

 
ISBN: n/a

Thoughts:  Fun Viking romance, which is a genre I have never read before.

Rating: 3/5

Dying Breath

 

Title: Dying Breath

Author: Kory M. Shrum

Publisher: self

 
ISBN: 9781370193400

Thoughts:  Very action-packed, but you will be lost if you have not read this series in order.

Rating: 3/5

Tree of Life and Death

 

Title: Tree of Life and Death

Author: Elizabeth Ashby & Gin Jones

Publisher: Gemma Halliday

 
ISBN: 9781943587155

Thoughts:  Christmas cozy that takes place all in one day in one location, which is unlike any cozy I have read before.

Rating: 3/5

Rule Breaker

 

Title: Rule Breaker

Author: Sienna Snow

Publisher: Hachette

 
ISBN: 9781455568734

Thoughts:  I know fans of this type of romance like a little fantasy (not the magical kind), but these characters and the plot were just too far-fetched for me to take the least bit seriously.

Rating: 1/5

Auctioning Affection

 

Title: Auctioning Affection

Author: Allyson Lindt

Publisher: Acelette

 
ISBN: n/a

Thoughts:  Quick romance that ends as excepted, but is fun getting there.

Rating: 3/5

Ukulele Murder

 

Title: Ukulele Murder

Author: Leslie Langtry

Publisher: Gemma Halliday

 
ISBN: 9781943587537

Thoughts: A very fun cozy with highly likeable characters, but a slightly predictable twist.

Rating: 4/5

Make Me Stay

Title: Make Me Stay

Author: Rebecca Brooks
Publisher: Entangled
ISBN: n/a

Thoughts:  While steamy, it was a nice change of pace from many contemporary romances.

Rating: 3/5