Tag Archive for: 4 Stars

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An Offer From A Gentleman

An Offer From A GentlemanTitle: An Offer from a Gentleman
Author: Julia Quinn
Series: Bridgerton #3
Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance
Format: Audio
Pages: 358
Length: 12h 22m
Narrator: Rosalyn Landor
Reason Read: Just Because
Spice Rating: 2.5 / 5
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Also in this series: The Duke and I, The Viscount Who Loved Me
My Thoughts

AN OFFER FROM A GENTLEMAN is my favorite of the Bridgerton series so far. I absolutely adored the Cinderella (and Ever After) retelling aspect of this one. I loved getting to know Benedict better as we don’t see or hear much from him in the previous two novels. I loved Sophie. She was the perfect stand-in for Cinderella. I especially loved the immediate connection she had with Benedict. Their banter and sexual tension was so much fun to read.

The edition I read had a second epilogue, which I enjoyed (not quite as much as the second epilogue for THE VISCOUNT WHO LOVED ME, but much more than the one for THE DUKE AND I). I loved getting to see Posey’s happy ending as well as get a glimpse into Benedict’s and Sophie’s life together.

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Witch Please

Witch PleaseTitle: Witch Please
Author: Ann Aguirre
Series: Fix-It Witches #1
Genre: Magical Realism, Romance
Format: Audio
Pages: 368
Length: 10h 31m
Narrator: Ava Lucas
Reason Read: Just Because
Spice Rating: 3 / 5
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Also in this series: Boss Witch
My Thoughts

I basically read WITCH PLEASE in one sitting because I loved it so much. I loved the characters, especially Danica and Titus. Their chemistry was instant and the sexual tension between them was amazing and leaves you wanting for more, creating a cute, fast-paced steamy romance. I loved the setting and the small town feel. The description of the people, shops, and scenery had me ready to book a plane ticket so I could experience it first hand. And, thanks to the descriptions of all the pastries in Titus’ bakery, I’m craving cinnamon rolls and gingersnaps now!

I especially loved the lit bit magic and wish there had been a bit more. I loved the concept of witches and how their magic works. I would love to learn more about them.

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Ariadne

AriadneTitle: Ariadne
Author: Jennifer Saint
Genre: Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Format: Audio
Pages: 308
Length: 11h 59m
Narrator: Barrie Kreinik
Reason Read: Book of the Month
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My Thoughts

I really love Greek Mythology even though I don’t remember most of the details I learned about each myth back in high school. I was excited to read ARIADNE because I also love retellings. However, I don’t really think it can be considered a retelling as it was just a written account of one version of Ariadne’s mythos. Retellings should put new spins on old myths or fairy tales.

Despite that ARIADNE isn’t a retelling, I still enjoyed reading it and relearning about her. The writing was interesting and kept me engaged. I wanted to know what was going to happen and I hoped the story would go a certain way. I also loved the inclusion of her sister Phaedra’s life outside of Crete. I now look forward to reading Jennifer Saint’s other books surrounding Greek mythology.

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The Viscount Who Loved Me

The Viscount Who Loved MeTitle: The Viscount Who Loved Me
Author: Julia Quinn
Series: Bridgerton #2
Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance
Format: Audio
Pages: 354
Length: 12h 23m
Narrator: Rosalyn Landor
Reason Read: Just Because
Spice Rating: 2.5 / 5
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Also in this series: The Duke and I, An Offer from a Gentleman
My Thoughts

I was worried that if I continued reading the Bridgerton series, I’d be disappointed because I wouldn’t love the characters as much as I loved Daphne and Simon. I needn’t have worried because I loved THE VISCOUNT WHO LOVED ME just as much as, and in some ways better than, THE DUKE AND I.

I loved the enemies-to-lovers romance between Anthony and Kate. The bantering and sexual tension was so much fun from their very first meeting. I loved the fun swoon-worthy romance as well as the meatier aspects of the story–overcoming one’s fears, gaining confidence in oneself, and found family.

The edition I read had a second epilogue, which I really enjoyed. I loved the return to the pal mal (croquet) setting. I think it would’ve been great fun to be included in a game with the Bridgerton family.

Sunset Beach

Sunset BeachTitle: Sunset Beach
Author: Mary Kay Andrews
Genre: Mystery
Format: Audio
Pages: 433
Length: 14h 31m
Narrator: Kathleen McInerney
Reason Read: Just Because
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My Thoughts

SUNSET BEACH is my first book by Mary Kay Andrews and it won’t be my last. I mostly chose to read this because other reviews said it was romantic suspense. If you go into it thinking there’s a healthy dose of romance, you’ll be disappointed. It’s very light on the romance. The romance doesn’t even show up until 70% or more into the story. Even though I was a bit disappointed due to the lack of romance, I still really enjoyed the story, characters, and setting, and the mystery aspect kept me guessing until the end.