ARC Review of 'The ShadowHunter'

 

Okay, wow.
So, this book is very different from the first with much less dragon time. However, I think it fits perfectly with these characters and their personalities. You can tell Geryon is just as fierce in his human form as he is in his dragon one. It's interesting to compare him with his brother in actions and their comfort in their different forms.

I love how Valerie and Geryon's relationship builds. The slow burn that gets brighter and draws the reader in like a moth to the flame. And the underlying suspense/need to find Valerie's sister sticks with you even as you cheer Geryon on for unintentionally distracting her from it. The cat and mouse game they play is definitely going to keep you reading lol.

It's interesting how everything works out with the king, too. I'm not sure if I would have gone with the one who becomes queen Consort, but it was a fantastic choice in the long run.

The chase that takes them to the Elders is fun, however, I wonder if Valerie will ever return home. I want to know if she'll tell them of her adventure and what she was told by her dragon parent. I also want to know if she ends up having a little Geryon! I bet if they do have kids that they'll be adorable, mischievous, and powerful.

Also, what of her two male companions? I kind of wanted to get to know them more lol. They seemed interesting. Will they stay friends with Valerie?

This book can be read as a stand-alone. The characters from the first book are brought in, but it's not in a way that you would have had to read the first book. Though, it's better in order because you get to see why the Elder brother is Witch Hunter and the younger is Shadow Hunter :)

20/10 recommend. It's an amazing book! Opal makes the overall plot of the book just as amazing as the characters that bring it to life.

Original review posted on Goodreads on April 25, 2023.

ARC Review of 'Synnr's Ride'

 

I'm giving 3.5, rounding up to 4, stars because it was hard to put the book down, and I did enjoy the story. The sexy parts were very sexy too 🔥🔥

However. There's a huge lack of talking. It feels like there's almost all descriptive paragraphs. The lack of discussion leaves me wanting more. I don't have a connection with the characters. There's also a lack of the characters seeming to think deeply about anything emotional - they literally shy away from any of that. There is no real deep discussion on it either. It kind of just happens that they're together. Though the point of view it's written from is a big part of why this happens.

The discussions that are had are pretty enjoyable, though, as they kind of trade snide remarks. Made me laugh so obviously a good book.

The storyline was great, and it was fast-paced enough that it kept me intrigued to find out what's next. It's worth reading to see if it's for you or not!

Original review published on Goodreads on May 18, 2023.

ARC Review of 'Hard Night'

 

Wonderful book. Had great build up of interest between Ruzz and Ivy at the beginning, and I absolutely love the angst between her and Bee. Akon is my favorite sugar addict though lol.

It's steamy and has MM, MF, MMF and MMMF action. I do like how each gargoyle gets his own one on one time with Ivy. Builds a solid relationship between each one of them. ❤️

Also, if Ruzz is alpha, does that make Bee and Akon betas and Ivy the omega? 🤔

It does feel like it drags a bit right before the action, but it's such a good lead up to what happens. I really wanted Ruzz to get his hands on Grimes, but it does end wonderfully!

Original review published on Goodreads on May 22, 2023.

ARC Review of 'Light From the Dark'

 

Well, hello MMF book lovers! This is 100% a book you'll want to read!

I absolutely love that we get to see the dynamic between Ethan and Brent before Casey is added. I think it's an important piece to how strong their relationship is. I also love that it mentions multiple times through the book that Ethan and Brent discussed wanting to be with a woman together.

The character build is amazing, and though it's fast, I love the way Casey is pulled into a poly relationship with Ethan and Brent so easily. Like a puzzle piece!

The mystery part of the serial killer slowly closing in on her drives me slightly crazy because when he gets her is unexpected. Unfortunately perfect, but unexpected. Also, the absolute fear that one of em will die even knowing it has a HEA.

Very spicy, written very well, would recommend to any romance reader!

Original review published on Goodreads on July 11, 2023.

ARC Review of 'Savage Mine'

 

Holy moly, I read this book fast!

I wondered when Ilyos would get his book and I'm so glad to have been able to read it. I felt like the guy was misunderstood/slightly hated because of his rashness in the previous books. Though, after getting a little bit of knowledge of what the Liderc did to him, no wonder he's a little cray-cray.

This caveman of an alien does exactly as we expect now - picked up Zoe and claimed her as "his". He's growly and protective of the slim human woman, though he does end up pretty much kidnapping her. It doesn't help that Zoe is still afraid of her shadow after her own time with the Liderc and having been kidnapped from Earth, where she was successful, doesn't help. I love that she's able to be feisty and sassy even as she struggles to come to terms with being on an alien planet. She also stands up for Ilyos when he needs someone to the most.

Absolute wonderful and beautiful story from Hattie again! It was an easy read, and I enjoyed every second.

Original review published on Goodreads on July 20, 2023.

ARC Review of 'Foreplay on Words'

Holy amazing!

Loved every second of this book!!! I was going through some personal things that made it harder for me to focus and took me longer to read, but I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes to read safe, intro BDSM scenes. I really love how they research and have a consultant on BDSM too. That's honestly how anyone should do it in my opinion. There's plenty of romance and character development through the book, and be prepared to laugh because my goodness. The gutter minds on our MFC is hilarious!

Chase and Evan are 100% made for each other! I love how shy Evan is, though I would take on his shark of an ex in a heartbeat. Chase is a wild extrovert that would probably make me blush and hide. I love her character so much though, because I relate with her on a few levels - mostly the blurting whatever is on my mind level, but it counts.
I really enjoyed how these two authors from different genres came together to create a book that falls under both. I honestly wish that I could read the book that they created.

Amazing book, you should read it!