I was in the minority with the authors last novel, I thought it was just ok but I wanted to try her again and I’m so glad I did! I really enjoyed this one much more and can see why she has so many fans. Her writing is so strong, it seems really simple at times and at others there was a sentence that was so beautiful and relatable it made me gasp a little. She has an uncanny and unmatched ability to really dive deep into familial relationships and the complexities that exist in a way that feels so authentic it hurts. Her characterization here was flawless, this a meaty novel, not only in length but also in just how far she delves into the characters psyches and it allows the reader to connect with them so deeply and so personally. There are universal themes and commonalities that I think many people will find relatable and relevant, especially if you are married or in have been in a long term relationship. There are also so many thoughts and ideas on parenthood at all its different stages and iterations that were profound and really made me think. The entire thing packs a powerful punch and is one of those books you need to take your time with, there is so much to unpack and ponder over, definitely not a quick or light read but one I really enjoyed.

As soon as I saw this was about an author receiving a one star review I was in. If you’re all involved in the bookish community you’ve seen authors get review bombed before and it’s craziness so naturally I was curious how the author would use this as a plot point. She put her own unique spin on it, this was less thriller and more character driven domestic suspense but I liked it. Just don’t expect super exciting and tense pacing, more of a steady build up with lots of sly reveals and secrets. I actually felt sorry for Camryn throughout most of the book, all of the events taking place made her rightfully distrusting of everyone in her life and her loneliness was apparent. The author included sections from Camryn’s book, Burnt Orchid and I’m always down for a book within a book bit of cleverness. The ending did get a little over the top but it was fun so I didn’t truly mind. Overall a fun read and a great option for poolside reading this summer

This is book 3 in series that I’m absolutely loving, a family of hot cowboys (and a cowgirl 🤠) and I’m sooo in. Amnesia storylines aren’t usually something that I gravitate towards, but again I love this series and author so I went with it and I actually really liked that aspect. Besides amnesia, Ellie truly dislikes Landen so there’s enemies to lovers, even though really it’s only her lol. But she truly hates this man. There are so many ups and downs and highs and lows between the two of them, this one was quite a wild ride. There was also some suspense that added some great tension and a little mystery as well. I enjoyed the chemistry between Landen and Ellie as well, there were some hot spicy scenes between them (the truck!! 🥵) and once Ellie was able to let go they had a sweet and meaningful connection. Overall a great addition to this series, I cannot wait for the twins books

This one is for the romance book girlies, especially those of us who have daydreamed about visiting our favorite fictional small town in real life. I adored the unique and magical premise naturally, the author always writes the most whimsical and charming romances and this was no exception. At first it seems like a dream come true for Elsy to be stuck in Eloraton but can she really leave her real life behind in order to stay in this sweet little town? This series is so special and important to her, it got her through some of the worst years in her life so abandoning it seems crazy to her. The magic and power of books is the overarching theme here and I think this made the romance take a bit of a backseat but I didn’t mind. I was so charmed by the quirky town and Elsy’s personal journey the romance as almost a secondary plot point made sense for me. Another delightful read from a trusted author, a true escape in the sweetest manner. 

One of my favorite authors is back with yet another absolutely perfect summer read! Add this to the very top of your summer reading list, it’s everything you want in a book this time of year. There is long buried family secrets, a gorgeous Southern setting, a sweet burgeoning romance, an adorable kid and some great reminders about the past and how that can help share our futures in ways that aren’t always easy to see. 

I loved that this was multigenerational as you hear from Keaton and Beck in alternating chapters, Keaton in present day, and her grandmother Beck in the past. As Keaton spends times in her grandparents old house she learns so much about herself and the parallels between her life and Beck’s were so sweet and touching. The authors personal connection to the setting is apparent and was so appreciated, I really felt like I was there and her passion for this one showed in the beautiful story. Don’t miss her acknowledgments at the end either for even more insight as to what made this book so special for her. I listened to most of this and the audio is narrated by an ensemble that includes Cassandra Campbell, Devon Sorvari and Fred Sanders and they all gave great performances. 

This is the second book in a series, I didn’t read book one and I was just fine so it’s great as a standalone. I’m a reality tv addict so the premise sounded perfect for me, it’s a modern twist on a classic fairytale with a dating show backdrop. Cute right?! That’s the best way to describe this one, it’s adorable and fluffy and just fun. Lots of swoony moments with the hero being a king and the big grand gestures we know from dating shows. It also has depth too, Anika is undercover to see if the rumors about the shows director are true and the issues were handled with care and grace by the author. It was a fast paced listen that I finished in a day, really easy and fun and the narration by Kitty Bang was effortless.

This one won’t be for everyone, but damn I really liked it. I’ve always been fascinated by those women who write letters to convicted criminals so the premise sounded so interesting to me. What interests me the most is what type of person could actually fall in love with a killer? Getting to know Hannah in this book provided some insight into here and while I could never claim to understand her motivations, this did provide a unique look into exactly how it could happen. She’s not relatable, and she’s not all that likable either but I could not stop reading about. She’s an unhinged train wreck and I couldn’t wait to see what she would do next. This has three parts and the middle section did drag a little for me but part three truly sucked me back in. Things really start to go off the rails and while parts of the conclusion were a little predictable, I was pretty satisfied by how it all ended. Try this if you want something different, or something character driven or even if you’re like me and want to know what kind of women writes love letters to a man facing a murder trial.

First things first, before you start this one you must know that’s it’s ridiculous and highly improbable, but if you can get past that it was truly a fun time. The entire premise is outrageous, Elena and Sophia trick their husbands by sneaking into each other’s beds, like come on wouldn’t they notice? 😂 But again, if you can just go with that it’s insanely fun and juicy. The entire thing feels like one disaster waiting to happen but I love a good train wreck personally. It also has a bit of a cat and mouse vibe between the two women, they’re playing a dangerous game and things get dark. There were some twists that got me, which is always fun and with how batshit the whole plot was I had no idea where it was going and I was pretty shocked by how it all wrapped up. If you like dramatic and over the top stories with lies and betrayals give this a try!