Resisting Roots (Lotus House #1)

Resisting Roots

This is my first time reading a yoga based book as well as the first time reading a book by Audrey Carlan and I must say that I really enjoyed the experience. I am someone who knows basically nothing about yoga and this book helps even the beginner understand the lingo and the different postures, this makes the book easy to read. Audrey's writing was good and I loved the dual point of view style of writing as well as the sense of family she added into the book. Genevieve' character was a strong independent woman who was left to shoulder the responsibility of her siblings after their parents died and I really enjoyed the mature personality that the author gave her as well as how she was always putting her family needs first. Trent's character was brilliantly developed as he grew as a person from a player to a family man over the entire novel. The chemistry between Trent and Genevieve was extremely hot especially with the inclusion of the yoga. The secondary characters of both Trent and Genevieve families were well written and added to the depth of the novel. I only wished that there was more of the sporting side included as well as more drama. Overall this was a great book with the combination of romance, yoga and family and I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series.

Rating: 4/5

Plot

Genevieve Harper is a 24 year old hot yoga instructor who life has been filled with responsibility and sacrifice.  She is trying to make the most of raising her two sibling after their parents tragic death, this means she definitely has no time for a man or romance. 

Trent Fox is a successful baseball player who has the reputation of being a 'player' both on and off the baseball field. He has recently suffered from a torn hamstring which forces him to go to the Lotus House Yoga Center for recuperation. There he meets the gorgeous Genevieve with whom he secures private lessons that end up showing him how sensual the art of yoga can be. 

Can love bloom between a woman who is rooted in her life and responsibilities and a man who resits the notion of staying in one place?  

Some Sort of Crazy (Happy Crazy Love #2)

Some Sort of Crazy

This was my first time reading a book  by Melanie Harlow and I found that this book sucked me right in with its humorous characters and situations.  I really enjoyed Melanie's dual point of view style of writing and her effortless way of creating funny situations. Natalie's character was that of a strong and independent woman who loves to plan her life out and does not like change, but I did like the way she opened up after breaking up with Dan. I found Mile's character to be very childish and immature but I liked how he developed towards the end and realized what he wants out if life. The chemistry between Miles and Natalie was sizzling ht and I really enjoyed all their intimate scenes. While reading the book I did find a grammatical error and I personally felt that the book was dragging towards the end. Overall this was a funny book that shows the great journey of two friends becoming lovers

Rating: 3.5/5

Plot

Natalie Nixon has everything she ever wanted out of life, she has a successful bakery, the perfect boyfriend and her dream house, so when a psychic tells her that her life is about  upended by a stranger she laughs it off. 

Then her childhood friend Miles Haas comes back into town., but he is no stranger since they have known each other for 10 years. He is a shameless playboy, who is only around for the summer and makes a living by writing articles about sex. 

He is not the man of her dreams and she does not want to leave everything she has worked so hard for just to have a fling, but he does make her laugh and is sexy as hell. 

Summer Heat: A Storm Inside Novel (The Wild Pitch Series Book 1)

Summer Heat: A Storm In Inside Novel

I am a huge fan of sport romances and I really enjoyed this second chance love story filled with family feuds and unconditional love. This was my first time reading a book by Alexis Anne and her writing was good, but I wished the book was written from a dual point of view because as I reader at time I wanted to know what was happening with Roman's family and what was going through his mind. I also did not enjoy the past and present style of writing as I wished that they had just given us the background story first and then continued with the story because it sometimes felt like we were missing important facts about their past. Roman's character was your typical alpha male sportsman however I enjoyed the fact that he did not let his injury ruin him but instead he made it positive and became a better person. June's character always seemed confused as she did not know what she wanted or needed and this kind of annoyed me. The chemistry between June and Roman was good, but it could have been better. I also enjoyed the secondary characters of all Junes family members as they added to the humor of the book. Overall this was a good second chance sports romance filled with family drama.

Rating: 3/5

Plot

June Daniels had fallen in love with the wrong man many years ago because they could never be together due to their family feud.

Roman St James was off limits, but this feud was neither Junes or Roman's. Their family rivalry is one of the most famous in baseball history, but Roman is nothing like his father. One smile had turned into one date and one date into so much more which lead to a disaster. Now five years later June wonders what could have become if they stayed together. This is until one night in a locker room changes everything. 

 

Your Irresistible Love (The Bennett Family #1)

Your Irresistible Love

After a very long time did I found a book that I really enjoyed because this book had the almost everything I love in a romance novel such as an alpha male, an independent female character and great chemistry.  This was my first time reading a book by Layla Hagen and I found that I really enjoyed her dual point of view style of writing and the fact that she did not only make this book about the romance but also about family and friendships. I loved Sebastian's character because he was a self built billionaire who loved his family and always put them first in his life and of course I loved that he was a gorgeous alpha male who gets possessive.  Ava's character was great because she was self sufficient and independent and was more impressed by Sebastian's family and character rather than his money and success. The chemistry between Sebastian and Ava was hot and I really enjoyed that the book was more than just sex, however I did wish that there was more drama in the book. I also really enjoyed the secondary characters of all the Bennett siblings because this book has set the foundation for a great series. Overall this is a great billionaire romance filled with family and a whole lot of chemistry.

Rating: 4/5

Plot

Sebastian Bennett is a determined businessman who had built Bennett Enterprises from scratch. Even though he is ruthless in the business arena, his family comes first for him and he can do anything for his parents and siblings even if they drive him crazy at times especially when they are nagging him to get married. 

Sebastian does not believe in love, that is until he brings in an external marketing consultant Ava to oversee his next product launch. She is smart, beautiful and stubborn but Sebastian finds himself addicted to her curves and he finds himself willing to do anything to maker her smile.  He is determined to have Ava even if she is off limits to him. 

Ava Lindt has come to Bennett Enterprises to do one job, that is to make their next collection launch unforgettable, so daydreaming about the CEO should be that last thing on her mind. The firm she works for has a strict no fraternizing with the clients policy, therefore Ava is not willing to risk her job as well as her heart. 

Sebastian and Ava's sizzling chemistry turns into a deeper connection that surprises them both. When Ava's consultancy comes to an end with Sebastian's company, will he fight for the woman he loves or will he lose for good? 

Beauty and the Beast (Beauty #1-4)

Beauty and the Beast

This is my first time reading a book by Skye Warren and I kind of enjoyed it, but I did wish that there was more character and plot development throughout the book. Blake's character was of a wounded soldier who is struggling to integrate back into society after a horrible accident when in the army and who is lusting after the maid who cleans his house. I personally felt that they did not give enough information on Blake's character and I hated the fact that they completely ignored his PTSD and made the book more about sex than emotions, however I did enjoy his protective alpha male side. Erin's character was a typical college student who is completing her masters and is lusting after her employer whom house she cleans. I also felt that there was a lack of background in Erin character because she sometimes felt emotionless and drab and she was not pushing for Blake to get completely better. The chemistry between Blake and Erin was hot, but the writer put to many sex scenes in the book which lead to both the book and characters to lack depth. Overall this book which had a lot of potential lacked character development and a proper story line.

Rating: 2.5/5

Plot

Erin is a college student who cleans the reclusive ex -soldier Blake Morris house every week. Blake is both scarred on the inside and out after a horrible accident in the army and he feels he is no good for the beautiful Erin who cleans his house to pay for college.  All bets are off when Erin walks in on Blake touching himself while moaning her name. 

Blake receives an offer to lecture at his alma mater and he knows this is his chance for him to re-enter society and become worthy of Erin. Erin wants this chance for Blake to heal, but when they both enter the same classroom on the first day they are in for a shock. 

Blake's new found career is now putting Erin's graduation at risk The couple forges ahead and conquers all. In this relationship they discover new found respect for each other as their relationship strengthens. 

As the semester comes to an end Blake and Erin decide to lay low, except Blake's future is up in the air and there is trouble back home for Erin. When the couple is tested they will have to trust each other in order to have a happy ending. 

Fire and Love (Hope Falls #13)

Fire and Love

This is the fourth book that I am reading in the Hope Falls series and the fifth by author duo Melanie Shawn and this book has everything you expect from this series such as a sweet second chance romance and the small town charm. I enjoyed the authors dual point of view style of writing  and the simplicity of her characters as it made for an enjoyable read. Eli's character was your typical alpha male who loved to protect those close to him and I loved that he had a sweet side, but I did wish that he had stood up more to Mackenzie. Mackenzie's character was strong and independent and despite not having the best childhood and her heart broken, she still strived to achieve her dreams. The chemistry between Eli and Kenzie was extremely hot and one of my favorite parts of the book. I always enjoy reading the books in this series because you get to see familiar characters from the other Hope Falls series books. I did wish that there was a bot more drama in the book and I would have liked to see Mackenzie confront her father as well as more about her brother in the book. Overall this was a great second chance romance set in the magical town of Hope Falls.

Rating: 4/5

Plot

Eli and Mackenzie had believed that their future was set, where she would become a filmmaker and he a firefighter and they would be happily married with tow kids, but fate had something else in store for them.

Mackenzie Sutton is an award winning documentary maker who thought she had put her past behind her, but when her latest project brings her to her old flames hometown, she is forced to admit that she never really got over the past. 

Eli Bishop achieved hos goal and became a firefighter who take risks everyday, but in reality he knows he has nothing to lose ever since he lost her all those years ago. 

Fate is now giving Mackenzie and Eli a second chance at love, but will they be able to get over the past and have the hope to build a future?

Royal Player (All Stars #1)

Royal Player

I am a huge fan of the sport romance genre and even though I am not a lover of tennis I had enjoyed this book. It was my first time reading a book by Katie Mccoy and I really enjoyed her dual point of view style of writing. Charlie's character was not your typical spoiled prince as he wanted to make a name for himself away from his royal blood and I enjoyed that, however there were times when he was a hypocrite for not listening to Emmy even though he had a bad reputation. Emmy's character was strong and independent and I enjoyed that she was following her dreams. The chemistry between Emmy and Charlie was good, but not spectacular. Overall this was a good sports read with a bit of royalty thrown in.

Rating: 3/5

Plot

Charlie Davenport is the bad boy in British tennis as well as British royalty. He is a beast on the tennis courts and in in bed if the tabloids are to be believed. When Emmy mistakenly steps into Charlie's Wimbledon dressing room  and catches a glimpse of him , she can see what all the girls are raving about. 

Emmy knows better than to get involved with a bad boy like Charlie. But now Charlie is in a winning streak and believes that Emmy's kiss is his good luck charm. Suddenly Emmy has the paparazzi following her and exes coming out of the woodwork. 

Emmy is in over her head and even worse she is falling in love with the prince. Can this American girl win her Prince Charming or will they both crash out of the championship in flames.