thisteacherlovestoread's Reviews (544)

**audiobook and kindle review**

While I definitely had a good time reading and listening to this book, I gotta say, my heart still belongs to The Pucking Wrong series. There's just something about those alpha hockey gods that gets me every time.

This book still had that morally gray, possessive male lead that I love, so that was a big win. And the plot was definitely entertaining. Watching Parker work his magic to get Casey to fall for him was pretty fun. There were some genuinely sweet moments sprinkled in, which I always appreciate. Plus, the text messages and banter between the guys were hilarious and reminded me of the The Pucking Wrong series books.

The audiobook was done in duet narration by Lucas Webley and Alexis Paige, which totally made the story come alive! Hearing both the male and female perspectives voiced out really drew me in. I'll be honest, I wasn't totally sold on the male narrator at first, but by the end, he really grew on me. Both of them did a fantastic job of capturing the personalities of the characters. I am looking forward to reading and listening to more in this series.

Describing this book as cute and fun definitely hits the nail on the head! I went in expecting something super light and fluffy but it had way more depth and feels than I was expecting.

The whole premise of them attending weddings together was super charming and fun. Even though Wilder has baggage from his past, I love that he fell first and he fell hard. I am so glad we got his POV because I loved hearing his inner thoughts.

This is a slow burn, but it's worth the wait.

If you're gonna dive into this one, do yourself a favor and listen to it. Aiden Snow and Andi Arndt absolutely nailed it as Sloane and Wilder. They nailed the banter, the emotions, and the chemistry between them. They made the whole listening experience so enjoyable.

If you're in the mood for a sweet story with a surprising amount of heart, and you don't mind a slow-burn romance, definitely check out this audiobook. I also liked the diabetes representation.

Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for an ALC of this book. I voluntarily read it and gave an honest review.

I just finished listening to Nate Bargatze's new audiobook and it was a blast! I'm a fan of his standup. I recently watched one of his specials and was cracking up the whole time. So, when I saw his book pop up on NetGalley as an audiobook, it was a no brainer.

The best part is that Nate himself narrates it, which makes the whole experience feel just like you're sitting in the audience at one of his shows. Seriously, there were so many times I just burst out laughing while listening.

He's got this way of talking about everyday stuff that's just so relatable and funny. There were definitely bits where I was like, "YES! That's totally me!" If you're thinking about checking out this book, I'd definitely recommend going for the audiobook. The production quality is great, and hearing Nate deliver his jokes just makes them even funnier. For some bits there was sound effects and made the experience more enjoyable. If you enjoy his comedy, you'll really enjoy this. Go grab it!

Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for an ALC of this audiobook. I voluntarily listened and gave an honest review.

I'm a sucker for romantic suspense, and this series kept popping up, so I figured, why not? It's all about Audrey, the new girl in a small town, and Josiah, her grumpy landlord who's also doing some remodeling next door. Things get a little spooky for Audrey, and Josiah steps up as her protector.

I gotta say, the story was pretty engaging, and I totally didn't see the conclusion to the mystery. I was hoping for a bit more of a spark between Audrey and Josiah and maybe a little more spice.

Overall, though, I enjoyed it enough to keep going with the series. It's a solid read if you're into small-town vibes, a bit of mystery, and a grumpy/sunshine dynamic.

I also listened to the audiobook and I upped my review to 4 stars because Conor Crais, Ava Erickson, and Scott Rose did such a fantastic job. Their dual narration performance kept me engaged throughout the story.

*ebook and audiobook review*

I freaking LOVED it. Like, capital L-O-V-E-D. It's officially my favorite in the series! I was totally hooked from the first page and ended up staying up way past my bedtime to finish it and I have zero regrets. 

The main characters, Rhys and Tabitha, just completely stole my heart. I especially connected with Rhys and all this feeling and hardships. There were so many times I just wanted to jump into the book and give the guy a huge hug!  This book totally nailed the marriage of convenience trope. It's definitely one of my favorite marriage of connivence books I have read. 

And the chemistry between Tabitha and Rhys was sizzling. I could feel their connection from the moment they met. 

I also listened to the audiobook, and it was such a fantastic experience. Jason Clarke and Samantha Brentmoor narrated in dual narration, and they were absolutely incredible. From the very beginning, they just brought these characters to life. They poured so much emotion into their voices, and now I honestly can't imagine anyone else voicing Rhys and Tabitha. Jason Clarke was, as always, perfection, and Samantha totally captured Tabitha's feisty personality. Seriously, if you're thinking about picking this one up, do yourself a favor and grab the audiobook too. You won't regret it!

*ebook and audiobook review*

I dove headfirst back into the Rose Hill world and this book just grabbed me from page one!  I was totally sucked in. I did an immersive read and with Teddy Hamilton and Savannah Peachwood narrating, how could I not fall in love with this book and these characters. 

I especially loved following Skylar's journey. Watching her grow and really figure things out for herself made me feel so proud of her, like I was cheering her on the whole time. West made me swoon! I'm a sucker for a single dad, and he was just the best. Plus, his kids, Ollie and Emmy, were the absolute sweetest. They totally added this extra layer of cuteness and made this story even better with their relationship with Skylar. Definitely a must read if you're already a fan of this author, and even if you're new, you might just get hooked! I'm quickly moving on to the next book in this series!

**ebook and audiobook review**

Mia Sheridan is one of those authors where I have to read everything she puts out. So when I saw she had a sci-fi/fantasy book, I'll be honest, I was a little hesitant. It's not usually my go to genre.

But I was so pleasantly surprised! While it might not knock my all time favorite Sheridan book (Archer's Voice) off its pedestal, I liked it way more than I anticipated.

The main characters, Emily and Tuck, were just lovely. The underlying romance that simmered throughout the story definitely kept me invested. The sci-fi and fantasy elements were interesting and definitely held my attention, although there were a few moments where the pacing felt a tad slow.

To really dive into the story, I read the book and listened to the audiobook, and let me tell you, the narrators, André Santana and Annalee Scott, were fantastic! They were new voices to me, but they did such a great job of bringing the characters and the story to life. I was completely engaged the whole time.

So, if you're already a fan of sci-fi and fantasy, I think you'll really enjoy the journey this book takes you on. And if you're a romance lover like me who's maybe a little unsure about dipping your toes into sci-fi, the romance woven throughout will definitely keep you hooked.

While this one might not be my absolute favorite from Mia Sheridan, I still really enjoyed her writing and the characters she created. It was a fun and engaging read!

Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for an ARC of this book and Harlequin Audio for an ALC of this audiobook. I voluntarily read and listened and gave an honest review.

I totally just devoured this audiobook in one sitting! It was so cute, and the story was a lot of fun.

It's about Summer and her best friend's older brother, Beckett. They've known each other forever, but since high school they have been in a love hate relationship. Now, there's a ranch up for grabs, and both of them want it. Cue the bidding war!

Their banter was on point and had me chuckling out loud. This audiobook was done in dual narration, which was perfect because you really got to hear both of their perspectives. Plus, the narrators totally nailed the southern drawl which really brought the characters to life.

If you're into that enemies-to-lovers vibe with a good dose of spice and a guaranteed happily ever after, then you HAVE to check this out. I also really liked the side characters, and honestly, I'm already excited to hear their stories too! Definitely a winner in my book (or should I say, my ears!).

Thank Lyra Parish for a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

If you're looking for a book that'll make your heart happy, you HAVE to pick this one up! It's the fourth in the Single Dad's Playbook series, and while you could totally read it on its own, trust me, you're gonna want to dive into the other guys' stories too because they're so good and the couples in those books have such a big part of this book.

This one's all about Bowie, this super hot professional football player who's also a single dad to the absolute cutest little girl, Becca. Becca is a ray of sunshine! She has down syndrome, and the way everyone in the book just adores her is so heartwarming. Her scenes with Bowie and especially with Poppy were just the sweetest things ever so prepare for some serious "aww" moments.

Bowie himself is a bit of a tough nut to crack at first. He's trying so hard not to fall for Poppy, but you just know it's inevitable. And when he finally does, he falls hard. Poppy just fits right into his life with Becca and his awesome group of friends. The found family vibes in this whole series are my absolute favorite! All these single dads and their spouses supporting each other is just the best.

Wicked Love is a must read. It's got everything you want if you are a romance reader. Go grab it now!

Thank you Valentine PR for a an ARC of this book. I voluntarily read it and gave an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book, but it's not gonna dethrone my all-time fave Abby Jimenez book Your's Truly, but it was still a total winner.

Xavier definitely gave me heart-eyes. He was just so lovable! The way his relationship with Samantha unfolded and developed was really sweet. I really loved their conversations!

Abby Jimenez is just a master at giving you all the warm and fuzzy romance while also hitting you with some serious feels. She did it again in this one, and honestly, she handled the heavier stuff so well.

The audiobook was phenomenal! I did an immersive read and it was such a great experience. It was done in duet narration, with Christine Lakin and Matt Lanter, and they absolutely crushed it. They became Xavier and Samantha for me. Christine Lakin is always amazing, but Matt Lanter was a new voice for me, and wow! I was so invested in his portrayal of Xavier. Definitely gonna be checking out what else he's narrated.

This was a really enjoyable read (and listen!). If you're looking for a sweet romance with some depth and fantastic narration, definitely pick this one up!