Publisher: Self Published

Forbidden Skye by Alex Crane

Forbidden Skye by Alex Crane is a fast romance read with enjoyable characters. I think if you have tokens for Amazon Vella, or have Kindle Unlimited, you should definitely give this a read!

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Never His Mate by Sarah Spade

Welcome back to another installment of I picked this up because of BookTok. This time, I was sucked into Never His Mate by Sarah Spade. This was an unexpected treat! I think more than the story itself, I loved the worldbuilding, though the romance was certainly a fun time.

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The Devil’s Bargain by Carin Hart

“The Devil’s Bargain” by Carin Hart stands out as a BookTok recommendation that truly delivers. With well-suited characters, a tried-and-true narrative, and a satisfying twist, this dark romance redeems the author after a lackluster experience with “No One Has To Know.” The chemistry between Linc and Ava, along with their

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No One Has To Know by Carin Hart

Despite the BookTok allure, “No One Has to Know” by Carin Hart left me disappointed. Pacing issues and an unexpected twist at the end undermined the dark romance narrative. The characters lacked depth, and the romantic elements felt uninspiring. Recommend skipping this one and trying Hart’s other works.

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Brooklyn Cupid by Lexi Ray

Brooklyn Cupid by Lexi Ray was a major bait and switch from BookTok hype. Lacking tension and suffering pacing issues, it felt unnecessarily long. Jace and Lu’s romance struggled amid distracting Wattpad story segments. Lu’s influencer backstory and Jace’s bounty hunter role lacked coherence. The sudden action in the last

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The Naughty List by Jade West

“The Naughty List” by Jade West pleasantly surprised me. It’s unabashed erotica, not a traditional romance. Holiday-themed, Ella’s journey into s*x work is a spicy escapade, progressing from vanilla to intense kinks. Diverse encounters and a satisfying ending make it an enjoyable erotic read. Check content warnings for a tailored

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Furbidden Attraction by R O’Leary

Dive into the delightful world of Furbidden Attraction by R O’Leary—a paranormal romance with a fun twist! Join relatable FMC Louisa in a quirky town, where a mysterious dog shifter, MMC Jack, sparks an unexpected romance. Kidnapping adds spice, but Louisa’s fierce spirit and comedic flair keep it entertaining. With

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Winter Bloodlust by Miranda Thorn

Stumbled upon Winter Bloodlust by Miranda Thorn, a short winter billionaire romance that ticked all my boxes. While entertaining, its short length left me wanting more. The Bloodstone Institute’s world intrigued me, and the characters, Holly and Nick, had a captivating dynamic. Despite the tease, I craved a fuller story.

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Paint It All Red by S. T. Abby

Spoilers for previous books in the series Paint It All Red by S. T. Abby is the perfect conclusion to her Mindf*ck series. This book soars at keeping the ending satisfying and true to the characters and plot. The emotional impact in this conclusion isn’t as jolting as it was

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All the Lies by S. T. Abby

Typical spoiler warning for all previous books in this series All the Lies by S. T. Abby is the pinnacle of the Mindf*ck series so far. Fast paced, brutal, haunting. I read this in one sitting despite having to put it down multiple times because I could not process what

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Scarlet Angel by S.T. Abby

Again, spoilers for books 1 and 2 of the series. I finished Scarlet Angel by S.T. Abby and started reading the next book in the series before writing my review. It was a serious fuck-up because all I can do right now is that about information I just learned in

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Sidetracked by S.T. Abby

Spoilers for the first book in the series. After reading the first book in the Mindf*ck series, I picked up Sidetracked by S.T. Abby (along with the rest of the books in this series.) I devoured this book almost immediately and loved it to the point that I had to

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The Risk by S.T. Abby

Who would have thought a book with a cover that looks like it does, a nom de plume of stabby, and the concept of a serial killer falling for an obi profiler would be SO GOOD! The Risk by S.T. Abby was such a good quick read. I’ve already purchased

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