Romance level: Descriptive Kisses Only
Language: None 
Content Warning: Emotional abuse to child(past, not shown) dysfunctional family
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Lily’s verdict: Absolutely adored 

I absolutely LOVED this one so much! Willow’s sunshine personality paired with Shane’s extra-grumpy one was the PERFECT combination

This was such a lovely story, and I absolutely devoured it! I especially loved how Willow always stood up for Shane, even when it meant standing up to his own family

And Shane The way he took care of Willow and supported her through her new diagnosis, encouraged her painting dreams, and honestly just supported her through EVERYTHING He was seriously the sweetest. Truly one of those grumps who only smiles for her

Sports Romance
Grumpy x Sunshine
Type 1 Diabetes Rep
Marriage of Convenience
He Yearns for Her
Protective MMC

BLURB: rumpy right fielder. Sunshine artist. Fake vows. Real feelings.

Getting kidnapped while out with friends wasn’t the curveball I expected. Turns out, the tattooed mountain of a man who hauled me away on his motorcycle was actually rescuing me.

Shane Seaver has the league convinced he’s the grumpy right fielder with a permanent scowl. Unfortunately for him, I’m a hyperrealist painter—so I notice what everyone else misses, like his quiet kindness and dry humor.

Between three part-time jobs and a pricey new diagnosis, my art career is stuck on the bench. Even my sparkling optimism and knack for turning mishaps into adventures can’t save me. Then I discover the penthouse I clean belongs to Shane—and he has a wild-card proposal.

Playing happy wife through Waves media events and his brother’s disastrous wedding is a small price for health insurance and the chance to create again. So I set out to give Shane the childhood he missed—with arcade games, beach days, and a cabin getaway with one very inconvenient bed.

Now my biggest challenge isn’t painting the perfect masterpiece—it’s remembering our fake marriage has an expiration date.

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Romance level: Kisses Only
Language: None 
Content Warning: death in the past, alcoholism, 
Genre: Historical Romance 
Lily’s verdict: It was good 

I am loving this series and am SO excited for more to come

The storyline started off a little slowly for me, but things really picked up in the second half and I found myself enjoying it much more!

I absolutely loved the yearning on Donald’s part It was so well done! And the dual timelines worked beautifully together, adding so much to the story.

I was SO happy to see Donald and Madelene finally get their much deserved happily ever after

Historical Fiction
Dual Timeline
Second Chance Romance
Hidden Identity
He Yearns for Her

BLURB: Lord Donald Bradley has always done what is right, noble and honorable. So when his parents pressure him to marry, he forces himself to look beyond his own desires, and do what he can to measure up to the dream they have for him. But what they don’t realize is that his heart was stolen long ago, and he has no idea how to give it to another.

Madelene Curtis has lived not one life, but two. Now going under an assumed name and hiding from those who might wish to throw her into the gaol, she works in the quiet and obscure life of a lady’s companion. But when she is confronted with her past in the most intimate of ways—in that of a handsome future marquess she once loved—she is now forced to battle between her old wants and desires, and what will keep her safe.

Can two loves, suddenly separated, find a way back together?

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I was fully invested in this story from PAGE ONE!! It was genuinely impossible to put down

And I LOVE HUNTER SO MUCH!!! Forget green flags, this man is the entire forest The way he cared for and supported her throughout this story?! His character was absolutely top tier. Hunter Dawson is the new standard! 

OH MY GOODNESS the hot tub scene had me in TEARS. It was one of the absolute sweetest moments and I don’t think I’ll be recovering anytime soon.

The romance, the small town setting, the characters, the emotional moments, I adored all of it. I just felt completely invested in these characters and their story from beginning to end.

Tiffany and Lindsay did an absolutely stunning job with this one, and I need everyone to read it immediately!! I genuinely don’t think I’ll ever stop ranting about Hunter

Small Town
He Falls First
Marriage of Convenience 
Protective Marine
Splash of Suspense 
He Yearns For Her

BLURB: Hunter Dawson left town nearly a decade ago with two goals: serve his country and get over Ellie James.

He accomplished exactly one of them.

Now he’s back in Starlight Valley—and Ellie is the one thing he never managed to leave behind.

Ellie James never imagined she’d be back at her parents’ house—pregnant, overwhelmed, and recovering from an abusive marriage. The last thing she expects is for Hunter—the boy who always made her feel safe—to walk back into her life.

When Ellie is in need of protection, Hunter is willing to do just about anything to provide it. A marriage of convenience seems like the perfect solution.

Publicly, they’re the ideal couple. But privately? It’s getting harder to remember where the act ends and the truth begins.

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Romance level: Kisses Only 
Language: 1 use of h*ll
Content Warning: grief, anxiety, panic attacks, neglectful and critical parenting, parental loss
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Lily’s verdict: It Was Good

This was such a sweet, emotional read with SO much angst

I absolutely loved the deeper book discussions between Logan and Georgie. As a fellow book lover, those were some of my favorite moments and I felt like they added so much depth to their relationship

I also really loved seeing the character growth in both Georgie and Logan throughout the story. They were both carrying so much and watching them slowly work through it and grow was really beautiful.

And I have to mention Olivia because her completely unfiltered comments had me dying

Also…the sideways ice cream cone IF YOU KNOW YOU KNOW.

Overall, this was a sweet sports romance with lots of emotion, bookish moments, and a very caring MMC

Sports Romance
Bookish MCs
So Much Angst
He Takes Care of Her
Found Family 
Cinderella Inspired 

BLURB: He spent six months looking for the beautiful, bookish girl who dropped a patch.

Finding her was the easy part.

Logan Fischer grips too hard. It’s the problem with his pitch, his family, and getting over Georgie—the girl he met six months ago at a Spring Training fan event. The girl with the dimpled smile, a coffee-shop patch on her Chucks, and a beat-up paperback in her hands.

Instead of fixing the spiraling anxiety wrecking his pitching career, Logan searches every ballpark and coffee shop his team passes through. The patch she dropped is the only proof he didn’t imagine her.

Then he gets sent down to the minors, walks into a coffee shop that feels like home… and there she is.

For Georgie Ashman, a dream is a wish that breaks your heart. Since losing her mother, she’s kept her world small, working in her mother’s coffee shop—now run by her stepmother—and avoiding anything that risks her guarded heart. But then the handsome athlete she met six months ago walks back into her life with her name on his lips, and believing in more gets dangerously quickly.

Somewhere between bookish debates, quinceañera dance floors, taste-testing autumn drinks, and a Jeep the color of a pumpkin, Logan starts questioning if he really has to hold everything so tightly—his career, his family, even his grief. But just as Georgie lets her guard down and lets him in, Logan gets the call he’s chased his whole life: he’s heading back to the Majors for the World Series. The Fall Classic itself.

With everything he’s ever wanted within reach, Logan is terrified. When you’ve spent your whole life gripping the things you’re afraid to lose, how do you know the difference between holding someone… and holding on too hard?

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Romance level: Kisses Only 
Language: None 
Content Warning: abandonment, divorce, loss of parent (past)
Genre: Contemporary Romance 
Lily’s verdict: Absolutely Adored

I absolutely adored this book so so much It was such a sweet, swoony read and I loved Carson and Emma together!

I’m also loving the ongoing bet about Mayor Monroe and his potential dates throughout all the books in this series It’s such a fun little subplot to see continue from book to book!

Carson’s daughter, Penny, was one of my absolute favorites in this story I loved her spirit and personality so much, and I adored seeing her relationship with Emma develop

And Carson and Emma’s chemistry?! SO GOOD. There was so much sizzling chemistry and yearning between these two, and I ate it up

This was such a sweet, cozy small town romance with all the fall vibes and I absolutely loved it

Single Dad
Neighbors
Librarian FMC
Sizzling Chemistry
Small Town
Yearning
Fall Vibes

BLURB: He was supposed to be one kiss…not the neighbor across the street.

As the children’s librarian in Autumn Ridge, Emma spends her days surrounded by happy endings. But between restoring her old farmhouse, keeping her family together, and searching for a decent man in a very small town, her own romance feels permanently shelved.

Then one impulsive night at a bar, she kisses Carson Price—the popular guy she crushed on in high school.

For Emma, it’s a reckless little dream come true.

For Carson, it’s a fun night with a beautiful woman he never expects to see again.

Until the next morning… when he moves in across the street.

Newly divorced, cynical, and focused on raising his daughter while rebuilding the dental practice he just bought, Carson has no interest in love. Marriage? Never again. Romance? Absolutely not.

Friendship with his warm, bookish, unexpectedly tempting neighbor? That might be safe enough.

Except Emma has never been good at doing anything halfway. And the more he lets her into his life, the harder it is for either of them to pretend friendship is all this is.

She’s ready to fall. He’s determined not to. But in a small town, staying just friends might be the hardest thing of all.

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Romance level: Kisses Only
Language: None 
Genre: Contemporary Romance 
Lily’s verdict: Absolutely adored

This was SUCH a fun read! The pranks and shenanigans had me laughing so much I seriously loved the creativity and never knew what these two were going to do next!

I absolutely loved the way the dual timeline was written. Ben’s POV takes place in the past while Maven’s is in the present, and the two timelines slowly come together as the story unfolds It made their history and everything that happened between them so much more interesting to uncover!

And the second chance romance was done SO well I loved getting to see Ben and Maven as high school sweethearts while also watching them navigate their relationship years later. There’s so much history, hurt, and love between these two, and I was completely invested in seeing them find their way back to each other.

But the vow renewal?! That absolutely got me. It was so incredibly precious and heart melting and such a beautiful payoff after everything they had been through.

This book had me laughing one minute and tearing up the next. Such a sweet, hilarious, and heartfelt second chance romance

Dual Timelines 
Small Town 
Second Chance Romance 
High School Sweethearts
Court Order Reconciliation
Pranks & Shenanigans 

BLURB: Their divorce never finalized. Neither did their feelings.

The discovery that I was still legally married — years after I thought my divorce was final — was supposed to be the worst thing to happen to me this fall.

It wasn’t.

Because apparently the state of Vermont believes in closure. And no regrets. And court-ordered thirty-day reconciliation efforts. So now, in order to fast-track my divorce from Bennett Walker—my high school sweetheart and the man who walked out on our marriage six years ago—I’m being forced back to the small town we grew up in to spend an entire month proving our relationship isn’t worth saving.

A situation Ben annoyingly finds amusing.

Which is why I plan to make this the most memorable, insufferable, torturous thirty days of his life. As a prank-loving aficionado, I have countless ideas about how to drive Ben crazy while keeping myself focused on the goal: finalizing our divorce.

With my life in New York and a career I absolutely love, not even deeply embedded habits and old feelings can threaten my resolve.

I’m resolved.

So resolved.

Absolutely, definitely, one hundred percent resolved. And if I keep saying it, maybe this time around, I’ll be capable of resisting the fall.

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Lily’s Content Guide

Romance level: Kisses Only 
Language: None 
Content Warning: infertility, chronic illness, dysfunctional family dynamics, losing loved one to cancer (off-screen, past), parent having a marital affair (side character, past), and mentions of postpartum depression/death of drug overdose (off screen, past)
Genre: Contemporary Romance 
Lily’s verdict: Absolutely Adored

I absolutely adored this book I think this has officially become one of my favorite second chance romances. There was so much heart woven into this story, and I loved watching everything unfold.

Little Khia completely stole my heart Her bubbly personality was absolutely precious, and I loved every moment with her!

I also loved the relationship between the MCs and getting to see them navigate their history while finding their way back to one another. Second chance romance can be so hit or miss for me, but this one did it SO well

And the themes of grace, redemption, forgiveness, and faith were beautifully woven throughout the story. There were several moments that genuinely had me tearing up

Between the second chance romance, single dad sweetness, faith themes, and all the emotion, this one completely had my heart. Such a beautiful story

Hockey Romance
Single Dad
Faith Themes
Second Chance Romance
Chronic Illness Rep
Golden Retriever MMC

BLURB: I came home looking for redemption, not a second chance with the man my heart never forgot… 

Noelle:
Running away a month before my wedding was the hardest choice I ever made. But crawling back thirteen years later with my life in shambles might be worse.

I’m jobless and homeless with a laundry list of apologies to make. But as an eldest daughter, my motto is “I’m fine.” Only it’s not fine, and I’m tired of pretending.

I have a place to live, thanks to my conniving little sister, but my landlord is NOT supposed to be my ex-fiancé, hockey captain, Cal Satterfield. He’s not supposed to be my new boss either. But his daughter needs a nanny, and I’ve always been a sucker for those blue eyes.

I have plenty of bridges to mend, and Cal wants to break down the walls between us. Like a second chance is possible.

If only I were brave enough to believe it.

Cal:
Thirteen years, two months, and seventeen days.

That’s how long I’ve waited for the girl who got away. And finally, Noelle Shepherd is back.

Logically, I shouldn’t find her this enchanting. And I definitely shouldn’t hire her as my daughter’s nanny. However, logic has never been my strong suit.

It might be the worst decision I’ve ever made, or the second chance I’ve always prayed for. Because despite the history between us, Noelle is still the one I want to come home to.

I’ll do everything I can to prove to her I’ve changed. This time, I’m playing for keeps.

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Romance level: Kisses only
Language: None
Content Warning: past loss of sibling
Genre: Historical Fiction
Lily’s verdict: Loved it

Okay, there were definitely some tears shed with this one

I absolutely loved Violet and her fiery personality! Her banter with Cyril was SO much fun, and watching their relationship slowly develop throughout the story made the payoff that much sweeter. The rivals-to-lovers + slow burn combination was perfection

And young Cyril?! He was so incredibly sweet and precious with Violet. Their past added so much emotion to the story and made me even more invested in seeing where their relationship would go.

I also really enjoyed the dual timeline and getting to slowly piece together their history. There were moments that genuinely broke my heart, but that made the ending even more satisfying

And THAT ENDING!! Such a beautiful way to bring everything together

Overall, this was such a wonderful historical romance, emotional, sweet, full of fantastic banter, and a love story that was absolutely worth waiting for!

Rivals to Lovers
Historical Fiction
Dual Timeline
Slow Burn
Forced Proximity
“It’s Always Been You”

BLURB: Violet Whittemore has spent her life proving she’s every bit as capable as the men who doubt her. Opening Locke Hill College for Exceptional Young Women is her greatest triumph—a school where girls can learn, grow, and become extraordinary. But when her father appoints her childhood nemesis, Cyril Burke, as headmaster, Violet vows to fight for what she’s built. 

In a daring move, she proposes a challenge: for one season, she and Cyril will share the position. At the end of the term, the one who proves most successful will assume the role permanently. 

The two had always been rivals, sparring over books, facts, and games of marbles. But with Locke Hill’s future on the line, their old competition burns brighter than ever. And though Violet tells herself she can’t stand Cyril Burke, she can’t seem to look away from the man he’s become—handsome, confident, and far too compelling for her peace of mind. 

With the future of the school hanging in the balance, one season will decide who deserves to lead. But the closer they work together, the clearer it becomes that the only thing worth winning is each other’s heart.

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Romance level: Kisses only
Language: None
Content Warning: past child abuse and neglect, ptsd, past loss of a parent, grief
Genre: Contemporary romance
Lily’s verdict: Absolutely adored

Series: Kansas City Crowns

MY REVIEW: I think this story healed a little piece of my heart.

I don’t even know how to put into words how much this book meant to me. It made me laugh, it made me cry, and it reminded me why I fell in love with reading in the first place.

Adrian Ortiz… oh my goodness. He has officially claimed a permanent spot on my list of favorite book boyfriends. The way he loved Samantha, with so much patience, gentleness, and unwavering support, completely melted my heart.

Samantha’s journey was one of the most beautifully written healing arcs I’ve ever read. Watching her face her past, work through her trauma, and slowly learn to hope again was incredibly moving. I found myself crying right alongside her more than once.
And can we talk about Griffin and Danae’s wedding? Jason? My heart absolutely could not handle those moments.

Adrian and Samantha were simply beautiful together. Their relationship felt so genuine, so tender, and so full of grace. They reminded me that healing doesn’t happen overnight, and sometimes the right person simply walks beside you through it.

By the time I reached the last page, I was smiling through tears. This is one of those stories that lingers long after you close the book.
I know without a doubt this will be one of my favorite reads of the year, and a story I’ll carry with me for a very long time

Sports Romance 
Brother’s Best Friend
Friends to Lovers 
He Falls First 
Golden Retriever MMC
Mental Health/Healing Journey 

“We can grieve the lives we should have had even while we’re grateful for the lives we do have.”

BLURB: She thinks her past left her too broken to find love. Her brother’s best friend thinks she could be the one he wants to love forever. 

Adrian Ortiz lives at the top of the world. He’s the star third baseman for the Kansas City Crowns and a favorite player of baseball fans everywhere. His contagious energy and playful approach to life have opened up one amazing opportunity after another. But after watching his best friend and former teammate, Griffin West, fall in love last year, Adrian realizes he’s missing the most important piece—his person to share those experiences with. And he thinks he knows who he wants that person to be.

Griffin’s younger sister.

Sam West has been around the professional baseball world—and Adrian—for years working as Griffin’s personal assistant. Now, she’s pursuing her own passion in cosmetology school, carving out a corner of the world for herself. She’s almost wholly content, until Griffin’s approaching wedding stirs Sam’s longing to find a love of her own. There’s just one problem—Sam buried that desire a long time ago. Her difficult childhood and time in foster care prior to joining the West family left her feeling too broken to experience a healthy relationship.

Will Sam choose the chance at love right in front of her? Or will she let her past dictate her future?

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If you’re looking for a book that feels like crisp autumn mornings, cozy sweaters, and all the swoony moments, this is one to add to your fall TBR It had me smiling from beginning to end and was such a fun, feel good read!

Celebrity MMC
Fake Dating
Fall Vibes
Forced Proximity
Yearning
Second Chance Romance

: Kisses Only, slight innuendo
: None

: death of loved ones(past tense)

BLURB: What’s a movie star to do when giving up the spotlight could hurt the ones he loves most?

My agent has this idea—an insanely bad idea—to reboot my Hollywood heartthrob status by having my long-lost love dump me … while I’m proposing to her on national TV.

The theory? Women everywhere will swoon over poor Lincoln James, scrambling to repair his vulnerable, shattered heart.

Trouble is, I don’t have any kind of love—long, lost, or otherwise.

To play my fake girlfriend, my agent enlists Hadley Morgan, my secret college crush. The one who dragged me to an audition that launched my career but left her in the dust.

Upping the ante, she offers Hadley a slot on the show she missed out on years ago. When the alternative publicity ploy is for reporters to dig up dirt on my family, I’ve got no choice but to go along with the ruse.

That’s why I’m in Harvest Hollow now—as one half of the dream couple HadLink—at least until Hadley explodes our relationship during a very public proposal.

Our breakup’s built into this deal. Too bad I’ve got real love for this woman.

But if I come clean, I risk Hadley’s big break, my family’s painful past, and my own rebooted heart …

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