photo taken September 6, 5:44 am PT The Northern Lights reflected off of the water in the retention pond

Definitely Kinky by Annabel Joseph I read this one because a reviewer had compared my writing style to this author. Yes, both of us bring the heat. I loved this story, allbeit a short tale about a string quartet that plays at a very kinky wedding that leads to two members of the quartet getting it on later. I can’t help thinking: One time, at band camp… I’m looking forward to reading the rest of this series.

The Butcher by Penelope Sky The MC kills people for a living, well only men who hurt women. Why should the FMC question that? He says what he says and means what he says. No questions. He yells without raising his voice. She’s his woman. Bottom line. Other than the fact that I despise cliffhangers, I really liked this book.

God of War by Rina Kent – Great Series! God of War was the final book and the best story (in my opinion) Although my heart is still beating for Nikolai. Thank you to Hannah for recommending this series!

Cruel Seduction by Katee Robert Once again, I accidentally started a series in the middle. Oops! This is a fractured retelling of Aphrodite and Hephaestus (and Pandora and Adonis) in a spicy tale. All the references to the gods were a bit much for my taste, but the heated scenes were worth the time investment.

Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid This hockey romance is between a Canadian (who realizes he’s gay) and a Russian (bisexual) on different teams. I loved the banter and how they teased each other about hockey as each vied to be the best in the NHL. Even in the stilted English of the Russian he was humorous, and came off gruff until the HEA. It made the HEA that much more worthwhile. It started weird as the story drops bits over 7 years, but totally worth reading until the end!

Kate, Fake, & Vault by Tate James – each part of the Madison Kate Series. I love Tate James! These are reverse harem set in a brutal gang vibe. Tough FMC and tattooed MCs are a delicious combination.

Shoot Your Shot by Lexi LaFleur Brown – Have you read this author? She’s married to a man in the NHL. She also played hockey. This has all the best elements of a hockey romance, plus some added real facts.

How My Neightbor Stole Christmas by Meghan Quinn – Is it too early to read xmas book? I’m actually really late to this party. This has been on my TBR since last year. Despite a quirky setting and a silly story, the romance ticked all the boxes. I absolutely loved the Christmas tale narrator who mocks the MC. If you haven’t read this one, add it to your holiday book list.

Yes, I read a couple of children’s books too