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Orlando, I Love You
In which we realize, again, that there is a thin line between love and hate Let’s Call a Truce by Amy Buchanan Stars: 4 Spicy: R Thank...
Julie Mackin
Jan 26, 20252 min read


What if Harry and Sally Wrote a Romance?
In which we learn that writing romance is harder than people think The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center Stars: 4.5 Spicy: PG 52 Book...
Julie Mackin
Aug 20, 20242 min read


Up Dawson's Creek Without a Paddle
In which we realize that our teenage dreams might not make for a good reality Stars: 4.5 Spice: R 52 Book Club Summer Prompt #17 - Team...
Julie Mackin
Jul 14, 20242 min read


Fifth Times A Charm
In which we realize glasses are always sexy The Fiance Dilemma by Elena Armas Stars: 4 Spicy: 4 (R: NSFW and earbuds in!) Thank you to...
Julie Mackin
Jun 8, 20242 min read


Getting Back in the Game
In which our characters plan their own course The Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey Stars: 4.5 Spicy: R Perfect if you like: Sports romances...
Julie Mackin
Mar 21, 20242 min read


Beach Babes
Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan Stars: 4 Will You like this Book?You might if you like: Second Chance Romance First loves...
Julie Mackin
Mar 4, 20242 min read


Raise a Glass
Beer Fest by Lilo Moore Rating: 4 Spicy: R; numerous descriptive scenes Will you like this book? You might if you like: Beer (duh)...
Julie Mackin
Aug 30, 20232 min read


What Happens on Vacation...
Best Frenemies by Max Monroe Rating: 4 Stars Spicy: R; numerous descriptive scenes Will you like this book? You might if you like:...
Julie Mackin
Aug 27, 20232 min read


Stars, they are just like us...Not
All the Feel by Olivia Dade Stars: 4 Spicy : R; numerous descriptive scenes This is a short review because that is my Monday mood, but...
Julie Mackin
Aug 21, 20231 min read


Kitchen Confidential
Best Served Hot by Amanda Elliot Stars: 4 Spicy: PG, scenes are mostly behind closed doors Will you like this book? You might if you...
Julie Mackin
Aug 19, 20232 min read


Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Play for Me by Libby Hubscher Stars: 4 Spicy: PG, scenes are mostly behind closed doors Will you like this book? You might if you like:...
Julie Mackin
Aug 18, 20232 min read


As Comforting as Nonna's Lasagna
Sister of the Bride by Lauren Morrill Star: 4 out of 5 Spice: 4; there are a few descriptive scenes Sexy Times: 4; the first kiss was so...
Julie Mackin
Jun 3, 20232 min read


On the Road Again
Off the Map by Trish Doller 2023 Frenzied Bibliophile Challenge Category: Romance Rating: 4/5 Spice: 3; A few descriptive scenes Sexy...
Julie Mackin
May 18, 20232 min read


Islands In the Stream
Happy Monday. I've been feeling a bit like our two main characters at the start of this book, a little lost, a little unsure. But this...
Julie Mackin
Apr 3, 20234 min read


An Ode to Tropes
Exs and Os by Amy Lea Romance Ratings: 4/5 Will you like this book? You might if you like: Hunky firefighters Second-chance romances...
Julie Mackin
Feb 19, 20232 min read
The Frenzied Reading Challenge for 2023
I’ve set myself a little 2023 reading challenge, which I will detail below. On this site, I try to write a short-ish review, give my...
Julie Mackin
Jan 28, 20232 min read
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