#TBRChallenge September’s Theme is “New Author” On TBR since won the audiobook in July 2023. Why I selected it: Leanne Lee is a New-To-Me author. Audiobook review: Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder by Leanne Leeds Crystals, Belladonna, and Murder shares the story of Ellie, divorce mother of an adult child with mental and medical issues. Ellie […]
Lowdown Pawn Shop Leprechauns Author: Shawntelle Madison Reviewer: Jen Rating: B #TBRChallenge August’s Theme is “Tropetastic” – I did not follow the theme On TBR since the author announced the book 2 years ago, preordered and purchased. Why I selected it: It’s been two years since the previous book, and I have wanted to read it […]
#TBRChallenge July’s Theme is “Opposites Attract” On TBR since purchased audiobook in March 2020. Why I selected it: Based on the book description, the two MCs are opposites. Audiobook review: Beauty and the Beefcake by Pippa Grant Felicity goes from one bad relationship to another, so when her most recent ex makes some threats, her […]
Becoming Crone Author: Lydia M. Hawke Reviewer: Jen Rating: B #TBRChallenge May’s Theme is “Freebie” This book has been on my TBR since November 20, 2022. It was a free book. What I’m Talking About: As Claire turns 60, she reflects on her life. Her husband recently left her for a much younger woman, her overprotective son […]
Scales and Sensibility Author: Stephanie Burgis Reviewer: Jen Rating: B #TBRChallenge April’s Theme is “Unusual Historical” This book has been on my TBR since October 2021, and I’ve owned it since October 17, 2022. It’s an historical with dragons! What I’m Talking About: Elinor and her sisters were orphaned a year ago. No relation would take all three […]
Resolutions Author: Lucy Eden Reviewer: Jen Rating: B #TBRChallenge March’s Theme is “Baggage” This book has been on my TBR since December 26, 2022, when I received it as a freebie. Why I selected it: I’ve always wanted to read this author and the story sounded appealing. What I’m Talking About: Lucy Eden is one of those […]
Sweet Tea & Second Chances Author: Dylan Crush Reviewer: Jen Rating: C+ #TBRChallenge January’s Theme is “Starting Over” This book has been on my TBR since July 13, 2022 when I received it as a freebie. Why I selected it: it’s a second chance romance, a chance to start over. What I’m Talking About: Cassie is apprehensive […]
Christmas Joy Author: Nancy Naigle Reviewer: Jen Rating: B #TBRChallenge December’s Theme is “Festive” This book has been on my TBR since February 2017 when I got it at a conference. Why I selected it: It’s Christmas What I’m Talking About: Joy is working hard to earn a promotion as the Director of Focus Groups when she gets […]
Faith & Fidelity Author: Tere Michaels Reviewer: Jen Rating: B/B- #TBRChallenge November’s Theme is “Lies” This book has been on my TBR since February 13, 2017. Why I selected it: Two men who have to hide their love for one another. It’s more of omission of truth equals the lie. What I’m Talking About: Evan, a detective with […]
Blown Away Author: Cara Bristol Reviewer: Jen Rating: A- #TBRChallenge October’s Theme is “Flirting with Danger” This book has been on my TBR since April 22, 2022. Why I selected it: I picked this one up earlier this year based on a recommendation from a friend. The story tag of “they’ll battle passion and danger” says […]
Eagle Eye Author: Alyssa Day Reviewer: Jen Rating: B- #TBRChallenge September’s Theme is “Animals” This book has been on my TBR since May 28, 2022. Why I selected it: the male MC is a tiger shifter. What I’m Talking About: Eagle Eye is the eighth title in the humorous paranormal mystery series that features pawn shop […]
Bringing Home the Bad Boy Author: Jessica Lemmon Reviewer: Jen Rating: C #TBRChallenge June’s Theme is “After the War” This book has been on my TBR since circa 2015 when I received a copy at a book signing. Why I selected it: I struggled to find a TBR for this theme. The main male character has […]
The Courage to Love Author: Samantha Kane Reviewer: Jen Rating: DNF #TBRChallenge May’s Theme is “Tales of Old” This book has been on my TBR since February 15, 2012. Why I selected it: It’s an historical romance. It’s been on my TBR for over 10 years (so it’s “old”). What I’m Talking About: Since Kate’s […]
Merry Christmas, Baby Author: Katie Reus Reviewer: Jen Rating: B- #TBRChallenge April’s Theme is “Location, Location, Location” This book has been on my TBR since March 20, 2017. Why I selected it: The series is located in Holly, NC, a place where it’s Christmas year-round; which sounds like an interesting location. What I’m Talking About: […]
Shadow Blade Author: Seressia Glass Reviewer: Jen Rating: B #TBRChallenge March’s Theme is “Grumpy.” This book has been on my TBR since I purchased the Kindle book on March 3, 2020. Why I selected it: I picked it up just to read it, but then discovered the heroine is described as both ornery and cranky, […]