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  • ARC Book Review #24 – Fall of the Herald by C.M. Burns

    Title: Fall of the Herald Author: C.M. Burns Series: Book 1 of Daughter of Death Series Publication Date: 06/23/2026 Genre: Fantasy Romance Subgenres: ⭐ My Rating: 4/5 🌶️Spice: 2 /5 The romance is present throughout the story, but the focus remains heavily on the fantasy plot, world-building, character development, and larger conflict. Readers looking for…

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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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 #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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  • ARC Review #15 – Sacred Ruin by Mila Kane

    Title: Sacred RuinAuthor: Mila KaneGenre/Subgenres: Dark Mafia Romance | Forbidden Romance | Psychological Suspense ⭐My Rating: 4.5/5🌶️ Spice: 4/5 Tropes:• Forbidden Age Gap• Priest x Patient• Kidnapping• Amnesia• Virgin heroine FMC• Villainous Hero MMC• Twists & Turns• Lots of Banter Content Warning: This book explores heavy themes including forced institutionalization, violence, captivity, trauma, manipulation, obsession,…

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  • ARC Review #14 – Scarred Angel by Elle Maldonado

    “Scarred Angel” by Elle Maldonado is a dark romance featuring mafia elements and forbidden love. The story follows Valentina and Makism, childhood friends whose emotional scars shape their tumultuous relationship. With high tension and morally gray characters, the novel explores themes of trauma and healing. Recommended for fans of gritty romance.

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  • ARC Review #12 – Second Chance at Peace by Morgan Voidier

    Title: Second Chance at PeaceAuthor: Morgan VoidierGenre: Romantasy / Fantasy Romance Publication Date: May 22nd 2026 Tropes: Spice Level: 1/5🌶️ (Mostly emotional romance with closed-door intimacy from what I experienced/read) Content Warnings: grief, death, violence, trauma, mention of sexual assault, emotional aftermath of war What happens after the Chosen One saves the world? That question…

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  • ARC Review #11 – The Queen’s Bodyguard by Lauren Blackwood

    Title: The Queen’s BodyguardAuthor: Lauren BlackwoodGenre/Subgenre: Adult Fantasy Romance Publication Date: August 18th 2026 Tropes: My Rating: 4.5/5 Spice Level: 3.5/5🌶️ Content Warnings: Political violence, war themes, manipulation, emotional tension, danger, possessive behavior, assassination threats SynopsisQueen Theora may rule Aranea, but peace comes with a dangerous price. Forced into negotiations with the enemy kingdom responsible…

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