Ashley’s Review: A Good Book by Jewel E. Ann

Title: A Good Book
Series: Sunday Morning #3
Author: Jewel E. Ann 
Genre: New Adult
Publisher: Jewel E. Ann
Pub Date: April 2, 2014
Rating: 4 Stars

Our thoughts...

  

I have been enjoying  this series. Only Jewel E. Ann can gut me and make me laugh in the same book. She has a way with words and will always break my heart in the best way and put it back together. A Good Book was literally that a good book. It was raw .

We get Gabby’s story and man was it a story. She is the youngest sister of the Jacobson family and the first to go to college. Her childhood friend Ben follows her to the same college. She’s there for another guy and he’s there for her. 

The slow burn and turns in the book! I couldn’t get enough of. Must read! 

 

Ashley’s Review: Play it Off by Monica Murphy

Title: Play it Off
Series: Kings of Campus #2
Author: Monica Murphy
Genre: New Adult
Publisher: Montlake
Pub Date: April 29, 2025
Rating: 4.5 Stars

Our thoughts...

  

The second book in the series didn’t disappoint. It was full of angst. That is one of my favorite things in a book. The chemistry between Gavin and Sienna was off the charts. I am so glad we got their story. Must read!

Ashley’ Review: Stolen Vows by Penelope Black

Title: Stolen Vows
Series: Avalon Falls #3
Author: Penelope Black
Genre: Enemies to Lovers

Publisher: Penelope Black
Pub Date: February 27, 2025
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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We’re back in Avalon Falls and I’m so happy. This series is so good and gets better with every book. Loved Graham and Francesca’s story. They are the cutest is and this is one of my favorite troupes. These two met years ago at a college party and things were cut short. Years later they meet again and Francesca moved to Avalon Falls to open up a bookstore these two are in the same town. Graham is the best. He has figured out a way to help her break free from her parents and their rules. This was a slow burn fast paced read that had me glued to my kindle.

Ashley’s Review: The Drummer’s Heart by Penelope Ward

Title: The Drummer’s Heart
Author: Penelope Ward
Genre: Rockstar Romance
Publisher: Penelope Ward Books, Inc
Pub Date: February 23, 2025
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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Atticus has been trying to live his life without Nicole. To the world it looks like he is moved on and living the rockstar life. No one knows that he is still in love and missing his ex Nicole. When Nicole grandmother needs someone to take care of her Nicole gets Atticus to help and pretend they are still married. The chemistry and attraction for these two is off the charts and only reminds them of being together. You can’t help but want Atticus and Nicole to make things work again. 

I adored this book and loved the audio so much. Must read!

Ashley’s Review: Lucky Shot by K. Bromberg

Title: Lucky Shot
Author: K. Bromberg
Genre: Sports Romance
Publisher: JKB Publishing, LLC
Pub Date: February 13, 2025
Rating: 4 Stars

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I love this author and all her stories. She never disappoints and always has me glued to my kindle. Lucky Shot had it all .  The characters and the banter, perfection.

Ashley’s Review: Penn by Jennifer Millikin

Title: Penn
Series: Olive Township #1
Author: Jennifer Millikin
Genre: Small Town Romance
Publisher: JNM LLC
Pub Date: February 6, 2025
Rating: 4 Stars

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The moment I read what this book was about I was so excited. Right before I this book came out I read my first book by this author. I don’t know why it took me so long. I am hooked she is a new favorite of mine. I will be going back and reading her other books. 

I am a sucker for small town romances. Penn and Daisy gave me all the feels and had me loving them. They are the cutest and I loved their story. I can’t wait for more books in this series! 

 

 

Ashley’s Review: My Darling Jane by Ilsa Madden-Mills

Title: My Darling Jane
Series: The Darlings #2
Author: Ilsa Madden-Mills
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Montlake
Pub Date: November 5, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

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I was hooked once I started this book. I am loving this series and these characters. Jane is a single mom doing her best to raise her daughter and give her the best life. She is a hard working and determined to not let anyone in again. After getting her heart broke once she was good and just wants to raise her daughter. She is now in the match making business and is trying to make it take off. 

She never thought Jasper would end up as one of her clients let alone someone she would open up to. The banter between these two is great and they have chemistry. Jane doesn’t want to want him but sometimes it’s hard to say no.

I enjoyed Jane and Jasper’s story. 

Ashley’s Review: Perfect Enough by Kelly Elliott

Title: Perfect Enough
Series: Love in Montana #8
Author: Kelly Elliott
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: K. Elliott Enterprises, INC

Pub Date: October 29, 2024
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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4.5 stars

My new favorite book in the series! I love Josh, he was everything. The meeting between Josh and Sophie was such a unique way to meet. These two become fast friends and are so sweet. He was just what she needed at the right time. The chemistry and banter was great. You couldn’t he,p but root for these two. The love these two shared was tested at times. I love these small town romances Kelly Elliott writes. So glad to be back in Love in Montana world. Must read!

Ashley’s Review: The Rules of Dating a Younger Man by Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward

Title: The Rules of Dating a Younger Man
Series: The Law of Opposites Attract #4
Author: Vi Keeland & Penelope Ward
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: C. Scott Publishing Corp.
Pub Date: September 15, 2024
Rating: 5 Stars

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Where are all my angst lovers at? I was so happy to have this book on my kindle. I cannot get enough of a good story with angst in it. Talk about the chemistry Brayden and Alex have, off the charts.  They are both attracted to one another but the age is a big deal for Alex. She thinks he is too young and they don’t have much in common in what they want right now. When they finally give in oh man. Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward are some of my favorite authors for a reason. When I pick up one of their books I know I am going to love it. You get a great story full of emotion, angst  and romance. Must read!

Ashley’s Review: Broken Pact by Penelope Black

Title: Broken Pact
Series: Avalon Falls #1
Author: Penelope Black
Genre: New Adult
Publisher: Penelope Black
Pub Date: August 22, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

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I love that I have found some new to me authors here lately. I will for sure be going back and reading some of Penelope Black’s other books. What a great start to a new series. I love small town second chance romances. The angst was just what I needed. I loved the connection Coralline and Jasper have.  

Ashley’s Review: Fall for Me by Lexi Kingston

Title: Fall for Me
Author: Lexi Kingston 
Genre: Friends to lovers
Publisher: Lexi Kingston 
Pub Date: August 13, 2024
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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This is the first time I have read a book by this author and I am hooked! After reading the blurb and seeing the sweet cover I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book. I love this genre small town friends to lovers, is my jam. Mac and Beckett grew up together and have been best friends since they were kids. 

Ashley’s Review: Unbreakable Love by Stacey Lynn

Title: Unbreakable Love
Series: Kelley Family #3
Author: Stacey Lynn
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Stacey Lynn
Pub Date: August 15, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

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I have been on a small town single dad kick here lately and all the books I’ve read had hit the spot. I love the Kelley family and am so glad to be back in their world. Gavin is the best dad and has the most adorable daughter. I just love Josie! The Kelley family is so great and there for their son as he raises his daughter on his own. 

Ashley’s Review: Dishonestly Yours by Krista Richie & Becca Ritchie

Title: Dishonestly Yours 
Series: Webs We Weave #1
Author: Krista Ritchie & Becca Ritchie
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Berkley
Pub Date: July 2, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

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It has been a while since I have read a book by these authors. I am so glad to have a new book by them. Dishonestly Yours is the first book in a new series and you will not be able to put it down. This couple have the best chemistry , a love hate relationship. Loved all the characters and am so ready for the next book in this series. Great new series! 

Ashley’s Review: Over the Limit by K. Bromberg

Title: Over the Limit
Series: Full Throttle #3
Author: K. Bromberg
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: JKB Publishing, LLC
Pub Date: June 13, 2024
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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I can read anything K. Bromberg writes. She is a go to author for me that never disappoints. Over the Limit  is book3 in the Full Throttle series. I really liked Lachlan and Blaire. Love it when our hero falls first. She is supposed to be off limits but that doesn’t stop him for pursuing her. The chemistry and steam is off the charts. Their story was perfection! Must read! 

 

Ashley’s Review: Forever Enough by Kelly Elliott

Title: Forever Enough
Series: Love in Montana #6
Author: Kelly Elliott
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: K. Elliott Enterprises, INC
Pub Date: May 28, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

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I will read anything Kelly Elliott writes. I love her small town romances and the way she tells a story. Forever Enough was the perfect beach read. It was a sweet love story with great characters.

There were moments my heart broke for Bradley and Mackenzie. She went through a lot and Bradley just wants what the rest of his family has. These two had an instant connection and were perfect for each other. They have the greatest banter and make each other better, they complete each other. I really enjoyed this book and seeing all the characters from past books.  Must read!

Ashley’s Review: Unstoppable Love by Stacey Lynn

Title: Unstoppable Love
Series: Kelly Family #2
Author: Stacey Lynn
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Stacey Lynn
Pub Date: May 14, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

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I have been on a roll with amazing reads from great authors. I have been waiting on the next book in this series since I finished the first one. I adored the first book and was so excited to get Cameron’s story. I am a sucker for small town enemies to lovers romance. Add sports into the mix and I am one happy girl. That is a great combo for a good story. These two definitely don’t start off good and the instant bickering begins. Unstoppable Love was a fun read with great characters and plenty of witty banter and chemistry. I am looking forward to the next book in this series. 

Ashley’s Review: Unending Love by Stacey Lynn

Title: Unending Love
Series: Kelly Family #1
Author: Stacey Lymm
Genre: Sports Romance
Publisher: Stacey Lynn
Pub Date: March 5, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

Our thoughts...

  

Great start to a new series. This book was so sweet and romantic and funny. Just what I was in the mood for. I loved how these characters interactions were after so many years. Emily and Caleb were perfect for each other. Add in that sweet boy and it just makes it even better. The Kelly family is the kind of family we all want. I can’t wait for the next book in the series. 

Terri's Review: Come Here and Kiss Me by M. Robinson & Willow Winters

Title: Come Here and Kiss Me
Author: M. Robinson & Willow Winters
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: M. Robinson & Willow Winters
Pub Date: February 12, 2024
Rating: 4 Stars

Our thoughts...

  

If you are looking for a steamy fast read, this is the book for you. The collaborations of Robinson and Winters was one that I was highly looking forward too.

Ashley’s Review: My Anti-Hero by Tijan

Title: My Anti-Hero
Author: Tijan
Genre: Sports Romance
Publisher: Tijan
Pub Date: February 8, 2024
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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I will read anything this author writes. My Anti-Hero is pulled me in from the first chapter. I knew after reading the synopsis for this book I had to read it. I am so glad I did. I loved every minute of it. 

Ashley’s Review: Saved by Love by Kelly Elliott, Ellie Grace

Title: Saved by Love
Author: Kelly Elliott, Ellie Grace
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: K. Elliott Enterprises, INC
Pub Date: January 11, 2024
Rating: 4.5 Stars

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Let me start by saying how much I love this cover! It’s so pretty and had me wanting to read this book before I even knew what it was about. Kelly Elliott is writing as Ellie Grace in one of my all time favorite genres friends to lovers. A great read to end my 2023 year. I love how you always get the small town feel whenever you pick up this authors books. She does small town romances justice. These characters and this story were perfection and just what I needed to end my reading for 2023. Must read!