Christian Fiction
Dark Themes
Vigilante 
Hidden Identity
He Saves Her
Thriller 

: 18 uses of h*ll, 2 uses of p*nis
: Eating Disorder, Emotional Abuse, Mental Illness, Addiction, Toxic Relationship, Sex Slavery, Murder, Violence, Drug Abuse, Body Shaming, Domestic Abuse, Kidnapping, Rape(not shown)

OVERVIEW: Two abandoned souls are on the hunt for one powerful man. Soon, their paths will cross and lead to one twisted fate.

Danny Hansen is a Bosnian immigrant who came to America with hopes of escaping haunted memories of a tragic war that took his mother’s life. Now he’s a priest who lives by a law of love and compassion. It is powerful men and hypocrites who abide by legal law but eschew the law of love that most incense Danny. As an avenging angel, he believes it is his duty to show them the error of their ways, at any cost. 

Renee Gilmore is the frail and helpless victim of one such powerful man. Having escaped his clutches, she now lives only to satisfy justice by destroying him, regardless of whom she must become in that pursuit.

But when Danny and Renee’s paths become inexorably entangled things go very, very badly and neither of them may make it out of this hunt alive.

Judge not, or you too will be judged.

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MY REVIEW
Tell me why I fully intended to read “just a little” and somehow ended up completely hooked instead.
This story was such a fun, easy to fly through read with so many kick your feet, swoony moments.

And can we talk about that closet scene?!

If you love charming chemistry, sweet tension, and books that leave you kicking your feet a little, this one is worth picking up.

Now excuse me while I impatiently wait for Daisy and Jaime’s story.

Young Adult
Bad Boy x Perfect Girl
Enemies to Lovers
Ex-Childhood Friends
She Betrayed Him
He’s Back For Revenge

: Kisses Only
: 1 use of h*ll

BLURB
He’s the bad boy that she created.
And now he’s back for revenge.

My name is Eleanor Brighton, and I’m the perfect daughter.

P-E-R-F-E-C-T.

For the past four years, I’ve painstakingly built my life to be impressive in every way–great grades, steadfast maturity, and even dedicating to attend my dad’s alma mater in the fall to make him proud.

Except lately, it kind of feels like he resents me for it.

And now I have another problem.

Beckham Jennings is back in town.

Four years ago, the country club’s most-hated bad boy was chased out of town after setting one of the gardens on fire. Now he’s back with a smirk and a reputation, and he gives me a lazy promise:

He’s going to steal my heart.

As if it hasn’t belonged to him since I was eight years old.

But his words are more than some flippant game–they’re a threat. From the hard look in Beck’s eyes, it’s clear he hates me for what happened four years ago… and he should. Because it was all my fault.

The bad boy I created is ready for revenge… and for the first time in forever, I’m tempted to give in.

H-E-L-P.

Beauty and the Bad Boy is an enemies to lovers sweet YA romance, with all the swoon and none of the spice. If you like cinnamon roll bad boys, imperfect good girls, and swoonworthy slow burns, the first book in the Beauties and Boys duology is for you.

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MY REVIEW: I truly think this might be one of my favorite books!! I am absolutely loving this! Cress is making me laugh so hard the FaceTiming was a favorite his POV is the absolute best the four are seriously the best thing ever!
This book made me laugh more than any book I think I’ve read so far, making it definitely one of my favorites! I also cried a bit. Almost had a heart attack there at the end but whew, we’re all good I bought a physical “trophy” of this book immediately and will be devouring the rest of this series!
Loaded with humor that will have you laughing out loud with just enough of suspense and intrigue to make it impossible to put down!

Protective MMC
Enemies to Lovers
Romantasy
Never Been Kissed
Fae Prince
He Falls First
Fairies

: Kisses Only
: 1 use of a*se

OVERVIEW: There are ten golden rules if you want to survive an encounter with a fae:

1. Don’t ask their name.
2. If they ask you what your name is, lie.
3. Avoid looking directly into their eyes.
4. Don’t invite them to your book club. 
5. Don’t instigate a snowball fight.
6. Never let them burn their mouth on coffee. 
7. Don’t ask them where they’re from.
8. Don’t tell them where you live.
9. Never mention their queen.
10. Don’t try to kill them with an ordinary human gun.

If you fail to do any of these things, enslave them immediately.

On a cozy fall morning, Kate Kole is nestled in a coffee shop in the city of Toronto reading her favourite novel when she accidentally kills a guy who’s being rude to the coffee shop’s cashier. Unfortunately for Kate, the person she killed was a fae assassin of the North Corner of Ever, visiting the human realm in secret.

From there, four deadly fae assassins come to the human realm to hunt her down for breaking a fairy law and killing one of their own. Leading them is Prince Cressica Alabastian, the most feared and deadly fae assassin of the North and heir to the North Corner of Ever.

After the assassins arrive in the human realm, things go terribly wrong. To Prince Cressica’s horror, his assassins unwittingly get roped into running a cozy café on Kate Kole’s behalf. To blend in, the fae assassins are forced to learn how to do basic human activities like cleaning up after themselves, driving without road rage, reading popular fantasy books at book club without getting into alpha male fights over what they’re reading, and in general, be nice, all to blend into regular human society.

With a temper like no other, and deadly power that’s unmatched, Prince Cressica seeks to get revenge on Kate Kole. But as he aims to strike where it will hurt her the most, the Prince finds himself enchanted by his human target in more ways than one. And when the darkness of the Ever Corners comes knocking at the human realm’s door, he needs to make a choice that could cost him everything.

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MY REVIEW: Ok, Conner and Shayna are my new all time favorite couple! This entire book is my all time new favorite! It is absolute perfection the amount of swoon worthy moments was spectacular Conner and Shayna were literally so perfect together, my heart can hardly handle how sweet this book is
FLOWER?!? Pick me up off the floor because I officially melted into a puddle I loved that so so muchI read this on kindle and I need to get a physical trophy of this book immediately

Best Friends Brother 
Firefighter MMC
Grumpy/Sunshine 
Protective MMC
Opposites Attract 
She Falls First, He Falls Harder

: Kisses Only 
: None 

OVERVIEW: Firefighters are supposed to be the ones putting out fires, not causing sparks.

I thought I stifled everything I felt for Connor Porter over a decade ago. But now he’s back home, and I’m hit with those old feelings again, stronger than a firehose to the face.

Feelings I most certainly should not be having for my best friend’s older brother.

I’m trying to push all thoughts of Connor aside and focus on opening a flower truck when his sister persuades him to help me get my business off the ground.

Now, I’m spending more time with my childhood crush than can be considered healthy. And it’s difficult to get him out of my mind when I’m constantly being distracted by his muscular arms and thinking about how they feel when they’re wrapped around me.

My attraction to him grows into a roaring inferno, but I don’t think Connor’s ever seen me as anything other than his little sister’s friend. I need to extinguish these feelings before I’m in too deep.

It’s like that old saying goes: if I keep playing with fire, I’m bound to get burned.

I’m Only Me When I’m With Him is a best friend’s brother, grumpy/sunshine romcom with sizzling chemistry but no explicit content. It’s the third book in the Sweeter Than Fiction series, following four best friends finding love.

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:Kisses Only : None

OVERVIEW: An unthinkable danger. An unexpected choice. Annabel, once the daughter of a wealthy merchant, is trapped in indentured servitude to Lord Ranulf, a recluse who is rumored to be both terrifying and beastly. Her circumstances are made even worse by the proximity of Lord Ranulf’s bailiff—a revolting man who has made unwelcome advances on Annabel in the past. Believing that life in a nunnery is the best way to escape the escalation of the bailiff’s vile behavior and to preserve the faith that sustains her, Annabel is surprised to discover a sense of security and joy in her encounters with Lord Ranulf. As Annabel struggles to confront her feelings, she is involved in a situation that could place Ranulf in grave danger. Ranulf’s future, and possibly his heart, may rest in her hands, and Annabel must decide whether to follow the plans she has cherished or the calling God has placed on her heart.

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MY REVIEW: This was a phenomenal read. As soon as I started it, I knew I was going to become a favorite! A gothic romance with a twist of mystery wrapped together in a captivating story that will have you questioning what’s real and what’s not. The author did an amazing job with this story and I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Historical Romance
Hidden Identity
Egyptian Artifacts
Dyslexia Rep
Christian Romance
Slow Burn
Never Been Kissed
Victorian Gothic

: Kisses Only
: None

OVERVIEW: The shadows hold secrets darker than they ever imagined. . . .

In 1888 Victorian England, Ami Dalton navigates a clandestine dual life. By day, she strives to establish herself as a respected Egyptologist, overcoming the gender biases that permeate academia. But with a heart for saving black-market artifacts from falling into the wrong hands, she is most often disguised as her alter ego, the Shadow Broker.

After eight years in India, Oxford’s most eligible bachelor, Edmund Price, has come out of the shadows to run for Parliament and is in search of an Egyptologist to value a newly acquired collection. Expecting a renowned Oxford professor, Edmund instead finds himself entangled with Ami, the professor’s determined daughter. As they delve into the treasures, their connection deepens, but trouble emerges when a golden griffin–rumored to bear the curse of Amentuk–surfaces, and they’re left to wonder if the curse really is at play, or if something more nefarious is hiding among the shadows. . . .

Have you read this one yet? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

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MY REVIEW: Ahhh I always love a good regency romance! Noah and Hannah’s relationship was so sweet and I loved the progression of it! This was such a fun story to read, and it was nearly impossible to put down! Very entertaining! 
My internal thoughts while reading:
– Ugh, I really don’t like Hannah’s mother, i mean really, why is she the way that she is?
– I adore Hannah and Sarah’s friendship
– Hannah’s personality is my favorite! 
– He said THANK YOU?!?!
– NOOOO, don’t fall for it!!!
– The ballroom scene at the food table had my laughing so much
– Ahhh loved the ending so much and that epilogue was so sweet!

Regency Romance 
Slow Burn 
Never Been Kissed
Friends to Lovers 
They Save Each Other
Laugh Out Loud Scenes 

: Kisses Only
: None 

OVERVIEW: Hannah Gibbons is no stranger to being seen as little more than her dowry—a prize to be claimed by eager suitors for their own gain and a tool to be used by her parents to elevate their social status. So whenever Hannah’s impetuous nature strikes, her parents assume their name sullied, and pack up and move away to start fresh. But now Hannah has more at stake—friendships, and even love, are on the table, and she is determined not to lose it this time.

Lord Noah Bradley, a man of kindness and quiet integrity, has long dreamed of marrying, but when his heartfelt proposal to Miss Margaret Lewiston is rejected, his spirit is shattered. Left to face the sting of heartbreak, he struggles to regain his footing as life’s unexpected challenges—both in his relationships and his work—threaten to overwhelm him. But his new friendship with Miss Hannah Gibbons begins to help him find comfort and solace.

Will Noah’s heart find new hope in the woman who has become his greatest ally? Or will he remain too lost in the shadows of his past to recognize the love right in front of him?

Have you read this one yet? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

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MY REVIEW: Oh my word, August is so smitten Marlow and all the accents had me rolling with laughter this book had me giggling and kicking my feet the whole way through it is such a phenomenal read! The library scene is my absolute favorite and the movie-watching scene and chapter 20 and the entire book I am obsessed with this book! 

FOUR YEARS?!?!?!? Talk about a man who years

This is the second book in the Rumors of Cape Georgeana Series and it can be read as a standalone or in order or release! 

Single Parent 

He Falls First

Single POV 

Small Town 

Friends to Lovers

He Takes Care Of Her

: None

: Kisses Only 

OVERVIEW: Sweet. Savory. Slightly unhinged. Who doesn’t want a love story like that?

I, Marlow Brown, do not.

I have goals. I run a diner, and I’m saving for a beach vacation where a man who looks like Cristiano Ronaldo serves me drinks in coconuts. I’m also raising my teenage brother. Helping Brady reach adulthood without going to juvie is my top priority—along with teaching him to drive and keeping the truth about him a secret. Minor goals.

I just have to put out the literal fire in my kitchen first.

Luckily, my friend August is here to help. He’s always here—putting out fires, rescuing me from the walk-in fridge, and being way too observant for comfort. Usually, I repay him in pancakes, but I’m starting to suspect he wants something else.

(Me. August wants me. I’m afraid I might want him, too. And we’re going to mess up all of my plans.)

Bacon Pancakes is a small-town, friends-to-lovers romcom with nothing explicit, but plenty of swoon. And pancakes. There are lots of pancakes. 

Book two in the Rumors of Cape Georgeana series, but can be read as a standalone.

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MY REVIEW: I’ve been so excited to read Grayson’s book ever since I started this series, and let me tell his book did not disappoint! I was giggling and kicking my feet the whole time There were so many swoon worthy moments! Grayson is literally my new all time favorite! I loved his character so much!
The way he helps calm all of Sloane’s fears and makes her feel seen and loved is top tier. And Sloane was such a perfect fit for Grayson All around a spectacular book that I highly recommend reading

Fake Dating
Author FMC
He Falls First
Only One Bed
Opposites Attract
Nicknames

: None
: Kisses Only

I rated this 5.5

OVERVIEW: My ex-boyfriend is engaged to my stepsister. 

Yeah, it shocked me too. So much so, that when my ex tells me, I grab the first guy I see and pretend he’s my fiancé.

Somehow it only gets wilder from there, because the guy I grab happens to be Grayson Carter, notorious flirt and extrovert to the max. Also, the guy I turned down a month before while dating said ex-boyfriend.

Grayson surprisingly goes along with my plan, throwing pet names and flirty lines at me all while putting on this protective facade in front of my ex that makes my knees weak.

But when our little scene turns into a full-on scheme, I find myself questioning what’s real and what’s not.

The problem is, if it is real, I don’t know if I can risk loving someone like Grayson. I have a feeling if I gave him my heart, I’d never get it back.

But He’s My Fake Fiancé is a cozy fake dating romcom for fans of sweet summer love stories. It has all the sizzling chemistry you love, without any explicit scenes. Check out the third book of the But He’s A Carter Brother Series, a series based around four strong, protective brothers finding love

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MY REVIEW: Internal thoughts while reading

• Ok Max has me giggling and kicking me feet with how tongue-tie and scatterbrained he gets around Fea
• Fiona why?!?! Just why would you do that? You’re killing Max here
• When I tell you I’m am screaming and kicking my feet over here…I literally am
• Umm I need a book for Hope and * (you know who, no spoilers here) immediately!!
• He calls her Tesoro Mio, officially swooning over here
• I’m not crying, I’m not crying, I’m not crying…ok I’m crying

This was absolutely phenomenalOk 5 is not enough for this book! 6 all the way!!! I am in love this book was impossible to put down and I literally read it one sitting(minus a snack break lol) it is a favorite there were so many moments I loved and was screaming and kicking my feet! Please, please hear me and read this book as soon as you can(just make sure to check the trigger warnings!)

Single Parent
Dark Romance
Only One Bed
Morally Grey MMC
He Falls First
Mafia

: None
: Kisses Only

Trigger Warnings: Self harm, human trafficking, sexual assault(not on page), death

OVERVIEW: Don’t Touch Me…
Fiona
After being trafficked in my youth, I’ve finally found peace. It’s my own little safe haven where everyone knows and respects my boundaries. Until my new intern’s father shows up. The son of a mafia don shouldn’t be allowed to be that sexy or sweet. He keeps trying to push my boundaries and break down my walls. Which is especially dangerous coming from a man who’s patient and persuasive. When my past comes back to haunt me, Max steps up putting even more people at risk.
Max
The greatest joy and biggest sorrow of my life is being a single father. Losing my wife when we were just teenagers tore apart my heart. No one told me it would take more than a decade for me to mourn her loss. But thanks to my stubborn daughter and meddling grandmother, Fiona keeps popping up in my life, making me remember what it feels like to love someone again. Only she won’t let me. I thought I was a patient man, but waiting for her tries every ounce that I have. How can I keep her safe when she keeps pushing me away?

Dark Rage is a no spice dark suspenseful romance, featuring steamy kisses with a decided lack of cursing and violence.

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