Review: Yours Truly - Book #2 Part of Your World Series - Abby Jimenez - April 2023 OMG you guys!!! I have FINALLY found a book that broke my reading slump! If you've been following my reviews lately, you know I've been struggling to find a romance that actually makes me FEEL something. After trudging through what felt like a desert of mediocre reads, "Yours Truly" by Abby Jimenez arrived like an oasis of everything I needed! Let me just say, this book HIT DIFFERENT. Like seriously, I was not prepared for how much it would wreck me in the best possible way. The minute I met Jacob, I literally saw myself in him. That awkward feeling when you're in a crowded room? CHECK. The way he sneaks off to eat by himself in quiet corners because social situations are exhausting? LITERALLY ME. As someone who constantly feels like I'm saying the wrong thing in social settings, watching Jacob navigate these same challenges while still being completely lovable was honestly s...

Review: Blood In The Water - Silver Donald Cameron - May 2021 In "Blood in the Water," Silver Donald Cameron masterfully chronicles a shocking murder that rocked the small Cape Breton community of Petit de Grat in June 2013. The book delves into the circumstances that led three respected fishermen—Craig and James Landry and their skipper Dwayne Samson—to commit the cold-blooded killing of Phillip Boudreau, a notorious local troublemaker whose body was never recovered after they shot at him and deliberately rammed his boat. Silver Donald Cameron's investigative prowess shines as he untangles the complex web of community dynamics that culminated in this tragic event. The author presents Phillip Boudreau as someone who was simultaneously feared and oddly appreciated, a man who "would steal the beads off Christ's moccasins ,then give the booty away to someone in need." For two decades, Phillip Boudreau had been a disruptive force, repeatedly vandalizing fishin...

Review: Heart of the Sun - A Love Story - Mia Sheridan - May 2025 I went into Heart of the Sun blindly, expecting an edgy, angst-filled new adult romance. Instead, what I got was a gripping dystopian love story reminiscent of Zombieland or The Walking Dead—but without the zombies. Mia Sheridan’s masterful storytelling delivers a heart-wrenching yet hopeful tale about love, survival, and second chances when the world as we know it is thrust into chaos. The story takes us to the sun-drenched orange groves of California, where childhood best friends Emily Swanson and Tuck Mattice shared an unshakable bond—until life tore them apart. Fast forward thirteen years, and Emily, now a famous pop sensation, is in need of security. Enter Tuck, an ex-con trying to rebuild his life. As Emily hires Tuck as her bodyguard, their personalities create tension that’s laced with nostalgia and undeniable chemistry. What starts as a slow burn quickly ignites, reminding both characters and readers of their ...

    Synopsis: Just Another Meet Cute - Jenn P. Nguyen - May 2025 Boy saves girl stuck on a disastrous hike. What could go wrong? So. Much. Just Another Meet Cute is the joyful and funny story about what happens when you realize you're dating the wrong twin.  When seventeen-year old Nina Riley gets saved by a super cute Knight-in-Faded-Khakis just as she lands in an embarrassingly 'ahem' sticky situation during the most disastrous hike known to man, she wasn't exactly looking for that meet cute. She really just needed some peace and quiet from her complicated family. Unfortunately, he disappears before she can properly thank him or get his number. All she has is his name (Ian Nguyen) and a navy jacket with a dog keychain, a gym card, and laundromat receipt. But a meet cute is a meet cute. And armed with years of watching Veronica Mars and a techy cousin, it should be simple enough for Nina to find the boy of her dreams, right? But when she finally tracks him...

Review: I Know You Saw Her - Ann Girdharry - May 2025 ⭐ ARC provided by Zooloos Book Tours ⭐ Ann Girdharry delivers a compelling and atmospheric psychological thriller in I Know You Saw Her , a novel brimming with secrets, twisted relationships, and a haunting past that refuses to stay buried. Five years ago, Fiona's older sister Amy disappeared without a trace, shattering her world. In the years that followed, Fiona not only lost her sister but her parents as well, leaving her completely alone. With the fifth anniversary of Amy’s disappearance approaching, Fiona is determined to uncover the truth. Under a false name, she rents a room in the very house Amy was staying in before she vanished — and that’s where things start to unravel. The house’s owner, a grieving woman who lost her daughter at a young age, is immediately a suspect— especially since Amy bore a striking resemblance to her late child. Add to the mix Harry, the owner's nephew, whose father also disappeared on t...

Review: The Band Geek - Book#2 The Jocks and Nerds Collection - Darcy Rose - May 2025 If you’re in the mood for a quick and satisfying HEA (Happily Ever After), The Band Geek by Darcy Rose is a perfect pick. Following on from The Bookworm, which featured Talon's romance, this second installment in the Jocks and Nerds collection shifts the focus to Sawyer—Talon’s best friend as he finds his own unexpected love story. This new adult romance novella pairs Sawyer with Rowena, a self-proclaimed band geek, for a class project that heavily impacts their grades. Rowena is less than thrilled with the pairing. Burned by past experiences with jocks, she’s quick to label Sawyer as just another smooth-talking athlete who only has eyes for cheerleaders and popularity. But she couldn’t be more wrong. Sawyer is refreshingly different from the stereotype. He has no interest in the popular crowd or the cheerleaders like Jessica. Instead, he’s drawn to the intelligent, guarded, and quirky Rowena. Wha...

Review: Silent Night/Holy Night - Christmas Novellas - Colleen Coble - October 2014 Colleen Coble delivers a festive treat of mystery and romance in Silent Night, Holy Night , a heartwarming duo of Christmas novellas featuring beloved characters from two of her most popular series. This collection is a perfect seasonal read for fans of inspirational fiction, combining suspenseful plots with messages of faith, love, and resilience. In Silent Night , we return to Rock Harbor with Bree Matthews and her loyal search-and-rescue dog, Samson. As Bree and her husband Kade prepare for a cozy holiday, a call comes in about a missing parachuter near the icy shores of Lake Superior. Bree and Samson head into the snow-covered woods, racing against time and the elements to uncover the truth especially since it looks like it involves Kade's sister Laurie. The wintry atmosphere adds an extra layer of tension and beauty to this fast-paced mystery, and fans of the Rock Harbor series will appreciat...