baysriddles's Reviews (184)

Wow. Kristin Hannah needs all the awards. I LOVED this book. So much. It’s absolutely heart-wrenching (I cried multiple times, especially during the last 100 pages), and HEAVY— definitely NOT a lighthearted book. But the story was just... so good. Leni and Cora remind me so much of me and my mom, so it made it even more emotional for me. I also loved all of the side characters— especially Matthew, Large Marge, & Tom. *Almost* everyone was SO lovable.

Go read this. Now.

Lyssa Kay Adams never disappoints. This book was laugh out loud funny, is light-hearted in a heavy way, and has a good amount of steam. I really enjoyed the plot & how different it was. The storyline isn’t one typically seen in romance novels. The characters were so lovable and raw. 5/5 ⭐️ from me! Can’t wait to read the Russian’s story this summer!

I liked this one but it could have been better for me! The steam was great and the characters were loveable, but I just didn’t care for the storyline. The middle 2/3 of the book dragged for me, but the first third and the last third were more enjoyable. I also loved the diverse representation throughout this entire book. Something about the book just didn’t click with me though!

Would I recommend? Maybe... I think it depends on what content you’re looking for. It would probably be most enjoyable to womxn in the technology business field who enjoy a good steamy romance!

This one was interesting... in a good way? It’s just a bit over 200 pages so it didn’t take long to read— very fast paced. Such a quirky book. I really don’t know how to describe it other than “weird.” I’m almost wondering if there’s some hidden lesson or message because I just... it’s so peculiar. I mean it was good— I really liked it! But... man, was this ever different!

FOR THE LOVE OF STEAM!! This has definitely been the smuttiest novel I’ve read— and I mean that in a good way! Aside from the smut, I really enjoyed this clan of characters. Zaf was dreamy & honestly the perfect man in my eyes. I think I liked him a lot because of his openness about mental health, specifically mental health issues in children and men— which is important to me. I liked Dani but goodness, she annoyed me sometimes! I definitely felt more connected to Zafir, rather than our main gal Dannika. 

Also, the diversity in this book? *chefs kiss* 🤌🏼💋

If you love smut & funny romance novels— 10/10 recommend. If smut makes you uncomfortable, definitely skip this one!

Y’all... I wanted to love this one SO bad! It seems like people either love it or hate it and unfortunately I was the latter.

I got about 62 pages in and I just couldn’t get into the story. I decided it was time to pick up a different book.

Oh well... all books aren’t for everyone and that’s okay ☺️

I’m not big into thrillers and mysteries but this was SO GOOD! It was hard for me to put down at times because I couldn’t stop reading! The story is heart-wrenching and it’s so well written. I loved Rachel’s character so much— I wish her podcast was real! Really an amazing true crime novel! The only part I disliked was that there’s so many characters and it’s told from technically three points of view so it can get confusing. BUT OVERALL 10/10 RECOMMEND!!!

Loved loved loved this cute YA romance!! A high school romance surrounding grilled cheese & Twitter isn’t something I would classify as readable but honestly this was just too cute!! It took me about 1/2 way through to realize when put together, their names make pepperjack cheese & honestly that makes my heart very happy 🧀

Did a quick buddy read with my mom on this one. It’s an illustrated graphic novel type book, and it’s adorable! This would be perfect for all ages and we thoroughly enjoyed reading it. The pictures are beautiful and the facts are so fun.

I removed a star because I felt like there could have been more facts and birds featured. There are so many birds out there, I wish I could’ve seen more in this book!

This was a cute, fluffy, holiday romance!! I thought it was fairly average up until about half-way through, and then I ended up really enjoying it for the last 1/3. I really liked Laurie & Sarah’s friendship, it reminded me a bit like my best friend and I. However, I really didn’t see what they saw in Jack sometimes??? He was an okay guy by my standards, I’m not sure what they saw in him tbh!!

Overall I recommend & I think it’s best to read this one in December (duh 🤪