book-review

  • ARC Review #22 – The Brave and the Fearless by Dylan Dyer (Bravetown #2)

    Title: The Brave and the Fearless (Bravetown #2) Author: Dilan Dyer Genre/Subgenres: Contemporary Romance, Western Romance, Small-Town Romance, Cowboy Romance  My Rating: 4.5/5 Spice: 3.5/5   Tropes: Content Warnings My Thoughts (mild character spoilers, no plot spoilers) The Brave and the Fearless delivers a heartfelt blend of cowboy romance, emotional healing, and family-centered storytelling with an amazing neurodivergence…

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  • Off-Campus After Dark #1 – The Deal by Elle Kennedy

    “The Deal” by Elle Kennedy is a 4.5/5-rated hockey romance focusing on college students Garrett and Hannah. Their fake dating scenario evolves into genuine friendship and emotional growth, tackling themes of trauma, healing, and consent. Character dynamics combine humor and depth, creating a lasting impact in contemporary romance.

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  • ARC Review #21 – Samantha Spϋk: Paranormal Wedding Planner by Aleese Lin

    Samantha Spϋk: Paranormal Wedding Planner by Aleese Lin is a lighthearted paranormal romance featuring a quirky heroine navigating humorous supernatural mishaps while managing wedding planning. Blending magical chaos with character development, the story provides an engaging atmosphere. While some plot elements feel predictable, the charm and humor make it an enjoyable read.

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  • Non-ARC Book Review #3 – Beautifully Ruined by Kira Cole

    In “Beautifully Ruined,” the second installment of Kira Cole’s “Devoted in Darkness” series, Cade and Violet’s turbulent relationship deepens amidst a backdrop of trauma and danger. The story escalates in suspense and emotional intensity as Violet navigates her past while Cade embraces his morally gray nature. The book explores themes of healing, obsession, and complexity…

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  • Non-ARC Book Review #2 – Sweetly Unhinged by Kira Cole

    Title: Sweetly Unhinged (Book #1 of Devoted in Darkness Series) Author: Kira Cole Genre/Subgenres: Dark Romance | Romantic Suspense | Dark Rom-Com | Stalker & Hacker My Rating: 4.5/5 Spice: 4/5 Tropes Content Warning: If you are not 18 years or older, or you find dark romance offensive, or if you simply don’t feel up…

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  • ARC Book Review #20 – After A Killer by Ali Roberts

    Title: After a Killer Author: Ali Roberts Genre/Subgenres: Dark Romance | Romantic Suspense | Psychological Thriller My Rating: 4.5/5 Spice: 4/5 Tropes: Content Warnings – Please check trigger warnings before reading, as this book contains potentially sensitive material including: My Thoughts: After a Killer was one of those dark romances for me that immediately pulled…

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  • ARC Book Review #19 – A Little Bit Obssessed by Chrissy Hopewell

    Title: A Little Bit Obsessed Author: Chrissy HopewellGenres/Subgenres: Dark Rom-Com | Contemporary | Stalker | Suspense | My Rating: 4.5/5 Spice: 3.5/5 Tropes:• Dark rom-com• Masked stalker romance• Black cat x golden retriever• Morally gray MMC• Touch her and die• Serial killer romance• Forced proximity• Protective obsession Content Warnings – The author lists the following:•…

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  • ARC Review #18 – Beautifully Twisted by Kira Cole

    Publication Date: May 29th 2026 Title: Beautifully Twisted (Book #4 – Devoted in Darkness) Author: Kira Cole Genre/Subgenre: Dark Stalker Romance | Mafia Romance | Contemporary | Suspense ⭐ Rating: 4.5/5 🌶️ Spice: 4/5 Tropes: Content Warnings: This review & book discusses themes common to dark romance including obsession, violence, trauma, possessiveness, and morally gray characters.…

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  • ARC Review #17 – Sweetly Obsessed by Kira Cole

    “Sweetly Obsessed,” the third installment in Kira Cole’s “Devoted in Darkness” series, is a dark romance featuring intense themes of obsession and morally gray characters. The story centers on emotionally charged dynamics between the main characters, Enzo and Lola, where love intertwines with fixation. With a possessive male lead and a naïve female protagonist, the…

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  • ARC Review #16 – Almost Honest by Ava Ardyne

    “Almost Honest” by Ava Ardyne is a gripping new adult romance that blends emotional tension, suspense, and dark academia. The story follows Prin, a troubled scholarship student uncovering family secrets while entangled with morally gray billionaire Quinn Ozler. With its slow-burn romance and unresolved mysteries, this first installment leaves readers eager for more.

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