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Not My Romeo by Isla Madden-Mills

Synopsis We start off with a lie on Valentine’s Day.My blind date isn’t the studious guy I expected: he’s a drop-dead gorgeous player with sinful amber eyes. Somehow we end up at his penthouse. I blame the gin and tonic.The next day I learn he’s Jack Hawke—bad-boy professional quarterback with a murky past. The NDA he has me sign should be a warning that he isn’t a regular person. Please. I sign it…
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Praise by Sarah Cate

Synopsis He calls me perfect.His flawless pet.His good girl.Broken down and wounded by my emotionally neglectful ex, I wanted someone to tell me I was good enough.Then, I stumbled into a new job with a boss who brings me to my knees—literally. He has me do things a real secretary would never do.Emerson Grant tells me I’m more than just good enough.I’m worthy of his praise.There are a million reasons why I should…
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The Best Fake Dating Romance Books

What is it about the Fake Dating Trope that I love? Is it the angst, the will they or won't they? I'm not exactly sure, but I know I love it. While I do think this trope is found mostly in rom-coms, it isn't always. I've tried to put together a good mix of rom-coms and spicy books that I think make up the best fake dating romance books! This post contains affiliate…
May 21, 2022
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Broken Trust by R.A. Smyth

Synopsis My name is Hadley Parker, and today is the first day of the rest of my life.Today I start school at Pacific Prep. This is my new lease on life, and I won’t be wasting it.I need this, now, more than ever. I need the education, the promise of a future that I wouldn’t get anywhere else.These rich kids don’t like me though.When Hawk Davenport decides he doesn’t want me here, his…
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The Casanova by T.L. Swan

Synopsis My favorite hobby is infuriating Elliot Miles. Just the sight of my boss’s handsome face triggers my sarcasm. God knows how he earns his Casanova reputation—if a million women want him with his personality, what the heck am I doing wrong?Disgusted with my love life, I join a dating app under a fake name. I start chatting to a man named Edgar. He’s not my type and lives on the other side…
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Something Wilder by Christina Lauren

Synopsis Growing up the daughter of notorious treasure hunter and absentee father Duke Wilder left Lily without much patience for the profession…or much money in the bank. But Lily is nothing if not resourceful, and now uses Duke’s coveted hand-drawn maps to guide tourists on fake treasure hunts through the red rock canyons of Utah. It pays the bills but doesn’t leave enough to fulfill her dream of buying back the beloved ranch…
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The Best Taboo Romance Books

There is something about a taboo romance book that just gets me. Everyone has their different thoughts on what makes a romance book Taboo. I consider taboo to be beyond a forbidden romance, something that would be scandalizing like a priest or your step-sibling or step-parent for example. Please note none of thse books have actual incest and you should for sure check the trigger warnings before reading any of these. These are…
May 13, 2022
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Still Beating by Jennifer Hartmann

Synopsis WARNING: This is a dark romance. This book contains subject matter that may be sensitive for some readers, including rape, as well as strong language and explicit sex. 18+ only. Please read responsibly.When Cora attends her sister’s birthday party, she expects at most a hangover or a walk of shame. She doesn’t anticipate a stolen wallet, leaving her stranded and dependent on Dean—her arch-nemesis and ultimate thorn in her side.And she really…
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Broken Trust by Jaymin Eve and Tate James

Synopsis They think they own me now. They think they’ve won, and that I’ll be their good little soldier.Four dangerous, damaged, messed up boys. There used to be five, but one of them died, and I’m starting to suspect he was murdered.I didn't ask for this. No one would ask to be played, manipulated, seduced and betrayed. But that’s what happened, anyway.It wasn’t enough for them to break me. Sebastian Beckett has decided…
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The Best Age Gap Romance Books

So I LOVE an age gap romance! Before I get into my recommendations, I want to say that my definition of an age gap is at least seven years, and usually more like ten. If you were in high school at the same time, it isn't an age gap, period. I have listed a mix of sweeter, less steamy books as well STEAMY books! I've also tried to include a mix of paranormal…
May 4, 2022