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Reckless Hearts by Jax Calder

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring relaxing sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 
I don't think I could love Seb and Marcus more. Their story had all the feels. I must say when we were introduced to Seb in Beautiful Hearts, I assumed that Seb was just being used by Marcus, considering that Marcus was this famous movie star and Seb was a college professor. But there was so much more to their story. How Seb was the one that was allowed to see the true Marcus. How Seb could anchor Marcus in his real self. How much Marcus needed Seb. That they had to go through so much to be together just pulled at my heart.

Once again, I was thankful for the wonderful epilogue at the end, letting us know how things were for them in the future. I suspect I'll be coming back to this story, time and time again, because of my love for them.

Jax Calder has just become an auto-buy for me.

 
Beautiful Hearts by Jax Calder

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

 
I loved the first book in the series, The Anonymous Hookup. That one was lighthearted. This one has those moments, too. I loved how Jamie provided Tim the boost he needed to get on with his life and seek out the amazing love Jamie offered. I loved how Tim could see beyond Jamie's gorgeous looks to the gorgeous person inside.

However, this book packs a wallop about halfway through, and it was one I didn't see coming.

I'm extremely glad for the epilogue at the end of the story and the bonus scene linked to in the author's note at the end. I love seeing how couples are years down the road.

 
The Unforgettable Hookup by Jax Calder

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

 I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this additional POV to Lane and Sam's story from The Anonymous Hookup. Seeing their time together, falling in love, from Sam's POV just made the story so much richer. Every scene brought more love for this story.

And the epilogue, 10 years into the future, was just what I needed. Of course, it introduced me to Beautiful Hearts's Tim and Jamie, so I had to purchase that book, too. I have a feeling that Jax Calder books are going to break my monthly book budget and then some. 
The Anonymous Hookup by Jax Calder

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funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

 This was so damn good. I loved how immediate the connection was between Lane and Sam, even though it started out as an anonymous hookup. I love how fate stepped in and made sure that it didn't stay that way. And the last chapter...*swoon* That was perfect.

And the fact that we get Sam's POV in The Unforgettable Hookup just made my day, month, and year.

This was my first book with this author, and I can safely say it won't be my last. 
Unmasked by Kaje Harper

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hopeful inspiring tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

 I will always, always read any and all books in this 'verse because it's my favorite shifters 'verse. And this book, taking place 13 years after the last one, didn't disappoint. I loved being able to see where the werewolves were now after revealing themselves to humans.

Can we hope for more books in the future? *fingers crossed* 
Supergifted by Gordon Korman

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funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing 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

5.0

Ungifted by Gordon Korman

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funny hopeful inspiring 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

4.0

Old School by Gordon Korman, Gordon Korman

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funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing 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? No

5.0

Once Smitten, Twice Shy by Chloe Liese

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funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

 This is the first book I've read from this author, and it was quite enjoyable. I loved both Juliet and Will, both of them with their own struggles. I loved the openness and kindness they had for each other and the people in their lives. I loved how they were "romance workout buddies" for each other.

This book has definitely made me want to go back and read the rest of the series. 
A Husband for Hartwell by J.A. Rock, Lisa Henry

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tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5