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 As someone who married my high school boyfriend, Out of the Woods hit me in such a personal, emotional way. So much of what Sarah reflects on throughout the book felt achingly familiar. Not everyone understands what its like to grow up while growing alongside the person you fell for, questioning who you are as individuals and as a couple, wondering what it really means to choose each other every day.

There’s a gentle melancholy that runs through this story, a quiet sense of reflection that never tips into hopelessness. Instead, it becomes something inspiring. Watching Sarah and Ben work together and grow into their best, most honest selves was such a moving experience. 

It’s not flashy or overly dramatic; it’s real, intimate, and deeply tender. A beautiful read for anyone who’s ever looked at a long-term love and thought, We’ve changed… but maybe we still fit. 

 If you’re craving high-stakes political intrigue with a sapphic twist, *The Fixer* and its sequel *Chaos Agent* by Lee Winter deliver a smart, gripping ride. While the romance is subtle and more of a quiet thread than the main act, the tension is electric.

The heart of these novels lies in their morally gray, endlessly fascinating characters. Michelle Hastings is the ultimate ice queen: calculated, powerful, and nearly impossible to read. Then there’s Eden Lawless, the chaos agent with a stubborn sense of justice and a knack for getting under Michelle’s skin. Their dynamic simmers beneath layers of secrets, strategy, and razor-sharp dialogue.

These books are less about grand romantic gestures and more about trust earned through fire, betrayal, and the messiness of loyalty. They are complex women navigating a dangerous world, challenging each other, and somehow finding something like connection in the wreckage.

A perfect pick for readers who love character-driven novels with just a hint of sapphic heat and a whole lot of heart beneath the ice. 

 If you’re craving high-stakes political intrigue with a sapphic twist, *The Fixer* and its sequel *Chaos Agent* by Lee Winter deliver a smart, gripping ride. While the romance is subtle and more of a quiet thread than the main act, the tension is electric.

The heart of these novels lies in their morally gray, endlessly fascinating characters. Michelle Hastings is the ultimate ice queen: calculated, powerful, and nearly impossible to read. Then there’s Eden Lawless, the chaos agent with a stubborn sense of justice and a knack for getting under Michelle’s skin. Their dynamic simmers beneath layers of secrets, strategy, and razor-sharp dialogue.

These books are less about grand romantic gestures and more about trust earned through fire, betrayal, and the messiness of loyalty. They are complex women navigating a dangerous world, challenging each other, and somehow finding something like connection in the wreckage.

A perfect pick for readers who love character-driven novels with just a hint of sapphic heat and a whole lot of heart beneath the ice. 

The *Chestnut Springs* series by Elsie Silver is everything I want in a romance: strong, outspoken heroines learning their worth, deliciously grumpy (and slightly toxic—in the best way) heroes, and a cast of lovable side characters who feel like family. With the perfect mix of angst, banter, vulnerability, and swoon, each book wraps you in an emotionally satisfying hug and leaves you craving the next ride.  I read the entire series back to back because I just couldn't stop!

The *Chestnut Springs* series by Elsie Silver is everything I want in a romance: strong, outspoken heroines learning their worth, deliciously grumpy (and slightly toxic—in the best way) heroes, and a cast of lovable side characters who feel like family. With the perfect mix of angst, banter, vulnerability, and swoon, each book wraps you in an emotionally satisfying hug and leaves you craving the next ride.  I read the entire series back to back because I just couldn't stop!

The *Chestnut Springs* series by Elsie Silver is everything I want in a romance: strong, outspoken heroines learning their worth, deliciously grumpy (and slightly toxic—in the best way) heroes, and a cast of lovable side characters who feel like family. With the perfect mix of angst, banter, vulnerability, and swoon, each book wraps you in an emotionally satisfying hug and leaves you craving the next ride.  I read the entire series back to back because I just couldn't stop!

This book was everything I look for in a romance. A strong, outspoken heroine who is learning her worth and is paired with a grumpy, slightly toxic (in the most delicious way) hero who secretly has a heart of gold and a wicked sense of humor? Yes, please.

Their chemistry is off-the-charts, but what really got me was the emotional depth. I even shed a few tears, which I generally hate to do. Add in a cast of lovable side characters and some older, fatherly figures who actually listen and care? It felt like being wrapped in a warm, emotionally satisfying hug.

Elsie Silver nailed the perfect balance of angst, banter, vulnerability, and swoon. Flawless lives up to its name.

I went into XOXO completely blind, and I’m so glad I did. From the very first chapter, I felt swept into a story that felt incredibly real, warm, and full of heart.

There’s an instant connection between the main characters that never feels forced—it’s magnetic and natural, like they were always meant to find each other. I adored both of them individually, but even more together. The way they supported and saw each other through every vulnerable, messy, and beautiful moment was just…ugh. My heart.

This book is tender and sexy, layered with emotion but also easy to fall into. Christina Lee has such a gentle but impactful way of writing their relationship. If you’re a sucker for genuine chemistry and characters who lift each other up, XOXO will absolutely steal your heart.

As a fan of sapphic stories, Love in Focus delivered a lot of what I look for: great representation, emotional depth, and a genuinely sweet romance at its core. 

Gemma and Celeste are compelling on their own, but I did find it a bit jarring that Gemma’s chapters were written in first person while Celeste’s were in third. It made the dual POV feel uneven. I also wish there had been more scenes of them together and more time to see their connection grow naturally and really feel their love story develop.

That said, what we do get is tender, affirming, and full of heart. If you’re looking for a sapphic romance that centers identity, growth, and healing, this one is worth picking up.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

The Kindred Spirits Supper Club is a charming, ghostly rom-com that reads like a tribute to Wisconsin and the whimsical, touristy haven that is Wisconsin Dells. It's a book clearly written by someone who knows and adores the area, right down to the supper club rituals, Brandy Old Fashions, and small-town quirks. For anyone who's ever floated down the Dells’ lazy rivers or admired its kitschy Americana, it feels like coming home.

The story follows anxiety-riddled Sabrina, a reluctant returnee to her hometown, who soon finds herself entangled with a delightfully sweet love interest and a host of eccentric, chatty ghosts.

Despite sharing a name with the villain (which I’m willing to overlook, albeit with a raised eyebrow), I found the cast of characters delightful, especially the blend of warmhearted humans and lovable paranormal misfits. The romance is swoony and tender, but it is closed door with no spice.

But what it lacks in heat, it more than makes up for in heart. This is a book that loves its setting and its people. It’s a slice of Midwest magic wrapped in ghostly giggles and bratwurst-scented nostalgia.