Eros was such a FUN installment, I had so much fun with this one and was also a fast easy read which I also loved. I really find this one so interesting and I wanted to see these two find their HEA. In this one we have CUPID finding his love and it was a blast. The heroine runs a relationship business based on very mathematical procedures and then a bar keep starts taking her customers and helping them find love haha and some fun entanglements ensue. I really enjoyed their sexual tension and the way that the story is built and them traveling to the UK for some fun times here. I have adored Eros and loved seeing him find such a beautiful lady and their story was so touching in many ways. Bring on Poseidon's book haha

I have heard that this installment is one of the best of the series so I was super eager to read this one and it was a BLAST. I just couldn't put this one down and I had so much fun reading this couple and everyone involved in the story. There is something so unique about the way that Melissa Foster just captures the essence of deep emotion with it. I was so captivated by the sense of family and especially the heartfelt emotion. The story stars with a sad beginning, and my heart just broke for this family, but seeing the way that our hero is such a protector and stands with them and guides them through their grief was so beautiful. I really adored how the Wickeds just come together for this family suffering such a blow and stand with them, there is such a sense of community that is highly focused on. I also really enjoyed the romance as a whole. Even though we have kids in the picture, there is still such a strong focus on the relationship and chemistry between them. I really adored how strong the hero is and doesn't let small things that is a result from the grief to keep him from being there for her. He is so strong and steady and has a self awareness that is so endearing. Overall I had such a blast with this one and what a great way to kick off my reading week!

Grim Shadows was such a fun story and it was so great to get back to this series and this author. I just love books set in the roarin' twenties and it's so refreshing as it's really difficult to find books set in this era. I loved the whole setup with an archaeologist with a woman with mystical powers. There is an intense sense of danger, magic, and edgy thrills. I adored the way that we see this story being built and the focus on the romance was just right. I also enjoyed the way that this author developed this book and even though I didn't like the secret from the hero being drawn out as much as it was, it didn't bother me as much as it does in other books and I give all credit to the author on that. There is also a plus of having it being so gothic-like atmospheric, and I enjoyed the various factors that bring this story all together. The romance that develops is really wonderful, and I was on board with it all the way. I enjoyed how they work together to find the lost pieces of an artifact together and what secrets that become revealed in the ending was so fascinating. From beginning to end, this book kept me thrilled and drawn in. Definitely a solid installment and can't wait for the finale in the trilogy.

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This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.

First Impressions

Dancing Beneath You is the first romantic suspense contemporary romance that Rosanne Bittner has written. I have been a fan of this author since I read my first book from her "Do Not Forsake Me" which meant I had to devour that whole series and then explore many of her other works. For those that aren't aware Rosanne Bittner has stepped away from traditional publishing to indie/self publishing and I am so proud of her for doing so. I was beyond thrilled when she started talking about writing a contemporary setting for a story and its actually been one of my most anticipated reads for this year. And I have to say that what impressed me was one how well researched this story is, the atmospheric vibe to the story, the characters that come alive and the writing that is so Bittner style but will satisfy any contemporary romance reader. This was a story that really blew me away though and it will easily sweep you away into the story so easily and you won't be able to put down this novel until its over. Even as I am writing this review, I am wanting to pick it up again because it was such a sweeping entrenching romance that I guarantee will capture your heart!

Summary

Our story kicks off Carmen Wolfe, who is recovering from an abusive husband and is finally divorced and learning to move on with her life and learning to live her life again. She and her best girlfriend go to a Native American performance song and dance, and during the act, one of the wolves, Caesar, comes to her seat and wont move. Carmen having suffered from a dog attack when she is young goes into a panic, but then the head dancer and singer and lawyer for the Lakota, comes to her side and makes sure that no harm comes to her and there is an instant chemistry between Carmen and Ben. Ben Colter, is himself recovering from a past trauma and losing his wife and child to a vicious attack, and is still suffering from the pain of those wounds. He has a crazy busy life being a lawyer for his people, and participating in the song and dances to give to his community. But there is something that calls him to Carmen, and its much more than Caesar being called to her side, he believes there is a spiritual reason that they have been brought together and he refuses to let this opportunity slide. Through a set of events, Carmen and Ben find themselves learning each other, valueing each other's culture and facing the dangers ahead that only their fierce protection can protect them from...

What I Loved

Dancing Beneath You was the first book in the series and this was such a wonderful book and honestly one of my top favorite books that this author has published. I know my review won't come close to honoring this book the way that it should be. I did come into this book with high expectations, but I had been seeing good reviews for this one, so I knew that I was in for a powerful journey, and Rosanne Bittner definitely takes her readers on such a in depth of one. Now I know this author has only written historical romance in the past, so one has to wonder can such an author switch genres and the answer to that is YES. Not many authors can switch genres, in fact, I can count on one hand the number of authors that do it well, and I am happy that I can add Bittner to that very short list. I know that she did plenty of research on this one and it definitely was apparent in the story. I didn't know exactly what I was expecting in this one, but this completely blew me away. I was instantly drawn into the story and especially the characters. If you enjoy heroines like that of what Jennifer Ryan writes, you will fall in love with this heroine, Carmen. Carmen has such a deep heart, and she hides great pain. Froom the beginning you can sense her vulnerabilities and her spine of steel that has kept her strong and vibrant even though she feels she is coming out in the sunshine after the times of abuse that she has suffered. I felt like the author really handled this aspect very well and delivered a strong yet kind heroine. Then we have our hero, Ben, who just had my heart from the beginning. He is so fierce and protective and his passion for his people and their traditions is humbling. He has such honor and strength and determination to do what is best for those he loves and cares for. And once Carmen falls into his lap, he is so attentive to her and my heart just swooned all the way throughout this story. The romance in this book is so powerful and I was instantly drawn into their connection, which goes deeper than the physical (although there is plenty of physical attraction between these two), its almost like they are two peas in a pod. The way that they try to accept one another and stand for each other that became so transparent and relatable delivered in a more connecting experience for this reader. Then we have the plot and the storyline and the suspense aspects to the story. These aspects are slowly built and at the beginning, you aren't sure where the story is going to be taken, but eventually we get to see where the author is leading it and I was more than happy to sit back with my kindle and enjoy the ride that she takes us on here. It had such strong points throughout the plot that gradually builds up into the climax and leaves you in a satisfying conclusion that will leave you emotionally sapped but with a smile on your face.

What I Struggled With

I have to say that there wasn't anything I struggled with at all. It was just right!

Overall View

Dancing Beneath You is a novel that will capture your senses, tug at your heartstrings, and keep you on edge from beginning to end with its addictive pacing, beautiful atmospheric portrayal, and the edgy thrills that keep you yearning for more...A GEM OF A ROMANCE!

Trigger Warnings:

Spoiler

Domestic Abuse, Kidnapping, Drug Abuse, PTSD, and Racial slurs

Feast of Sparks is the second book in the "Thornchapel" series. I was excited to return back to this series. Feast of Sparks begins after the first book finished off, which had a bit of a cliffhanger. I really enjoyed the way that they began the story, and we get to see so much more depths to the relationships that are involved here. I enjoyed the intricate layers to this story and how it just built on the depth of character building that was slowly built from the first book. I am really enjoyed this menage, the BDSM content, the gothic-like mystery, and the darker edges to this contemporary. I have really enjoyed the way that Sierra Simone is writing these books and I have a feeling we are only going to get on some deeper levels of the friendships involved here and more mysteries resolved at Thornchapel. I also enjoyed the way that this menage relationship is being built. I am so drawn to all characters here and even though it has some flashbacks, it is kinda needed in some way to really add more depth to the building of the characters and their relationship with each other. I had a challenging time putting this one down and I think many readers will be easily engaged by this one and swept up in this dark magnetic romance that just is built in such complexities that will draw you in further. UTTERLY CAPTIVATING!

Anton was a very interesting installment in the series here. It fits with the rest of the series though. I won't say that this was super impressive or anything. It was an average read, it was short and quick and was super fast paced which I loved. I enjoyed the romance as a whole but there were many plot holes in the story but as this is one of her shorter books, its going to have that. I wish there was more time with the couple though. The set up was super unique and fun though and I enjoyed the dynamics that gets implemented here. I just hoped for more depth and this definitely could have been a story that could have been longer in length as it felt like it was just missing some things. It was a quick read but I do wish this series had more depth and length to the stories. But still a solid fun read.

I wanted to love this one and it did have a great premise and the first half of the story started out super strong with both characters and I soon became endeared by their romance and the strong bond that they quickly built. But the later half of the story just plummeted my true enjoyment of it. I had high hopes as the first book was so fabulous. The major issue that I ended up having with this one is the heroine. To be honest she was irresponsible, not willing to stand up for herself especially when it came to her father. There was this disconnect like she would bow down to him and accept everything that he said and wouldn't stand up and be honest with him about what events happen. I was really disappointed and while she eventually grew a pair and finally stood up to him, she never was truly honest with him fully. I just struggle with these type of heroines that won't stand up for their men and the way that the hero was treated, just broke my heart. He was such a honest and good hearted men who pretty much was treated like a hardened criminal when technically he went to jail but it was for less than a day haha and he was protecting a TREE ....a TREE!! Like that is no hardened criminal at all. The only one that was willing to stand up for him was the sister of the heroine, and I just wanted to cheer her on because she was the only one that seemed to have any sense and human compassion for others. So while I enjoy many aspects to the story, I also wanted to throw my phone against the wall while listening to this. So I think I am being generous with a 3 star rating. I am trying to not let this upset me too much, but it was just frustrating when I wanted to love this one but other factors just brought down the level of enjoyment in a impactful way. However, I am loving the grandparents, and I can't wait for Tyler's book which I think is next! He deserves a good HEA!

Penmort Castle is the third book in the Ghosts and Reincarnation series. I was really blown away by this book. The first two books were okay, but I had issues with them and they just didn't quite feel completely KA to me. But in Penmort Castle, if you love the classic KA style and want a great gothic atmospheric romance, then you need to pick this one up. Its stellar amazing. I just couldn't put this one down.

So the small gist of the story is that the hero has a plan for revenge and needs a woman to pose as his girlfriend for it to work. The woman he hires is so much more and they enter a unique relationship one neither of them expected. But as emotions between them become more real and it no longer becomes a fake relationship but very tangible, there is a ghost trying to destroy them and a killer on the loose...

I think what I enjoyed the most from this book is that the hero is so likeable, I just was so entertained by him and he is a classic KA hero, so if you love that style, then you will adore him. He is such an alpha and its amazing. I really enjoyed the gothic atmospheric vibe to the story. It was phenomenal and then we have some fun side characters and plenty of spicy times in all the best ways that KA does it well all the feels. I honestly couldn't put this one down and its a book that you will want to stay up all night reading because it is just that good! I really couldn't get enough of this one and I was so drawn into all the aspects of this story. I am hoping the last two books in the series are even better than this one but we shall see!