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10 Ways to Accidentally Fall in Love by Emmy Sanders
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Aww, man, this was so f-ing sweet it made me melt.
For personal reasons, I have not read the Elite 8 series, so this was my first introduction to Brad. Now, he's the type of oblivious (kind of a himbo) sunshiney gym-bro character that could very easily be annoying, BUT he wasn't. He was actually super endearing and I think I fell just as hard for him as Joey did. I just want to give him all the high fives and cuddles, seriously. Joey was also so great and so perfect for Brad. The way he just simply accepted Brad and loved him for exactly who he is? Beautiful. I really loved these two.
As expected with Emmy Sanders, the writing was also amazing, but also very very funny. I laughed a lot with this one. And of course the spicy scenes were fantastic because Emmy writes some of the best spice out there.
I really don't have much more to say about this one, and honestly, I'd rather have you all go read it and see for yourself how beautiful and funny this story is. So, check it out and see if you can resist falling a little bit in love with Brad and Joey. (You can't, honestly.)
For personal reasons, I have not read the Elite 8 series, so this was my first introduction to Brad. Now, he's the type of oblivious (kind of a himbo) sunshiney gym-bro character that could very easily be annoying, BUT he wasn't. He was actually super endearing and I think I fell just as hard for him as Joey did. I just want to give him all the high fives and cuddles, seriously. Joey was also so great and so perfect for Brad. The way he just simply accepted Brad and loved him for exactly who he is? Beautiful. I really loved these two.
As expected with Emmy Sanders, the writing was also amazing, but also very very funny. I laughed a lot with this one. And of course the spicy scenes were fantastic because Emmy writes some of the best spice out there.
I really don't have much more to say about this one, and honestly, I'd rather have you all go read it and see for yourself how beautiful and funny this story is. So, check it out and see if you can resist falling a little bit in love with Brad and Joey. (You can't, honestly.)
The Boy in the Locked Room by KM Avery
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Oof, my heart is a bit battered from this one. I think I need to lie down for a bit now. Yeesh, talk about an emotional roller coaster.
The Ghost in the Hall by KM Avery
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This was recommended to me by several friends and for that I want to thank them forever! I was honestly worried when I started this. Because the first chapter is very info-dumpy. But I pushed through it and I'm so very glad I did! This was fantastic!
First of all, the world this is set in is so fascinating. I love the whole premise of a sort of magic-infused pandemic. It's not something I've seen before. Or, if I have, I don't remember. Not sure I'd want to live in it though as it doesn't sound entirely pleasant overall. But it's a very unique premise and I really liked it!
I really loved the characters as well! Ward is a great character. He's good at what he does (competence is sexy okay?), kind, caring, generous, but also a bit of an anxious emotional disaster who needs all the love and cuddles. Can relate. Of course, Mason is fantastic too. So sweet and smart and attentive and, my god, so passionate. Love this amazing orc witch. Also, shout-out to Beck and detective Hart. Loved those two!
The mystery and ghostly fuckery is super intense. It's this thread of doom that underlines even the sweet, domestic, spicy, every day moments in between. It has me tense and on the edge of my seat, which was a very stark contrast with the romance? Talk about epic! The romance and how it develops is so beautiful and intense and sweet and hot and emotional and perfect. Stunning, really.
I can't wait to continue this series, which I probably will right away. Highly recommend this series if you're into MM romances featuring mediums and other supernatural beings with unique, interesting world-building.
First of all, the world this is set in is so fascinating. I love the whole premise of a sort of magic-infused pandemic. It's not something I've seen before. Or, if I have, I don't remember. Not sure I'd want to live in it though as it doesn't sound entirely pleasant overall. But it's a very unique premise and I really liked it!
I really loved the characters as well! Ward is a great character. He's good at what he does (competence is sexy okay?), kind, caring, generous, but also a bit of an anxious emotional disaster who needs all the love and cuddles. Can relate. Of course, Mason is fantastic too. So sweet and smart and attentive and, my god, so passionate. Love this amazing orc witch. Also, shout-out to Beck and detective Hart. Loved those two!
The mystery and ghostly fuckery is super intense. It's this thread of doom that underlines even the sweet, domestic, spicy, every day moments in between. It has me tense and on the edge of my seat, which was a very stark contrast with the romance? Talk about epic! The romance and how it develops is so beautiful and intense and sweet and hot and emotional and perfect. Stunning, really.
I can't wait to continue this series, which I probably will right away. Highly recommend this series if you're into MM romances featuring mediums and other supernatural beings with unique, interesting world-building.
Mimosas And Mixers by Raquel Riley
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The Pretenders of Copper County by May Archer
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Enjoyable light-hearted fluff as expected with a May Archer book, but ultimately nothing extraordinary.
To the Moon and Back by N.R. Walker
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Hellfire & Tinsel by A.M. Rose
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Hellfire & Bowties by A.M. Rose
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Under the Lupine Moon by A. Knightley
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This was all kinds of adorable and fun! I started this on a whim and I'm so glad I did. Shifter stories are always tricky for me for some reason, but this one just pressed all the right buttons. A sweet romance, spice that is hotter than fire, and a suspense plot just thrilling enough to keep me from getting comfortable.
I don't really have much to say, to be honest. I loved Finn and Jaime, I loved the writing, and I'm very eager for Silas and Sam's story. If you've read the blurb and this sounds like something you'd enjoy, I urge you to pick it up. Go in as blind as possible, like I did. Also, I'm very impressed that this is a debut novel. So good! More please?
I don't really have much to say, to be honest. I loved Finn and Jaime, I loved the writing, and I'm very eager for Silas and Sam's story. If you've read the blurb and this sounds like something you'd enjoy, I urge you to pick it up. Go in as blind as possible, like I did. Also, I'm very impressed that this is a debut novel. So good! More please?
Paper Roses by Lily Morton
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
It's no secret that I love Lily Morton's books, so it won't surprise anyone that I adored this one as well. I was incredibly happy to receive an ARC for Jed & Artie's story because I've been waiting for it for quite some time now and ohhh it was so lovely.
First off, I love this group of characters. The Confetti Hitched crew is all kinds of wonderful (Joe will always be my favorite), but we also got a cameo from Mal and Cadan (from Spring Strings) which made my heart happy because those two are amazing! Definitely makes me think a re-read of their book is in order.
The stars of the book are, of course, Jed and Artie. I loved them both, truly. They're so good for each other and I'm a bit of a sucker for the fake marriage trope because it's usually a lot of fun. I loved soft-hearted Artie who quietly loved Jed so much. And I also loved Jed, who's such a caretaker at heart, even if he frustrated me at times. I wish he'd gotten his head on straight a bit sooner where his feelings for Artie were concerned, but honestly? It's easily forgotten because the rest is just so very very good.
Absolutely loved it, highly recommend it. I don't know if there are more books to come in this series, but I'll read anything Lily blesses us with so either way I'll be happy.
First off, I love this group of characters. The Confetti Hitched crew is all kinds of wonderful (Joe will always be my favorite), but we also got a cameo from Mal and Cadan (from Spring Strings) which made my heart happy because those two are amazing! Definitely makes me think a re-read of their book is in order.
The stars of the book are, of course, Jed and Artie. I loved them both, truly. They're so good for each other and I'm a bit of a sucker for the fake marriage trope because it's usually a lot of fun. I loved soft-hearted Artie who quietly loved Jed so much. And I also loved Jed, who's such a caretaker at heart, even if he frustrated me at times. I wish he'd gotten his head on straight a bit sooner where his feelings for Artie were concerned, but honestly? It's easily forgotten because the rest is just so very very good.
Absolutely loved it, highly recommend it. I don't know if there are more books to come in this series, but I'll read anything Lily blesses us with so either way I'll be happy.