BOOK REVIEW: Ecstasy by K.V. Rose

(Standalone NA Contemporary Romance)

Author: K.V. Rose

Published: April 20th, 2020

Source: GR

Zara.
Eli.
Alex.

Three students at Caven U who are all really, really f*cking tired of life.

Zara has a substance problem. Eli is a star athlete with a secret. And Alex? He’s just a f*cking a**hole.

Their paths collide one night at a party that quickly spirals out of control. A series of volatile moments follow, enveloping the three of them in a whirlwind of drama, drugs, and destruction.

Zara feels like she’s slipping under, losing her grip on reality. And if she isn’t careful, one of the boys just might pull her all the way down.

But the thing about almost dying at the hands of someone you hate?

In the moment before you take your last breath, the fear can feel a lot like...ecstasy.

And that’s a high you only get once in a lifetime.

Dark romance, suitable for 18+.

REVIEW

Title: ECSTASY Author: KV Rose Series: Standalone Characters: Alex, Zara and Eli Authors note⬇️ This is not a relationship guide. This is not a recovery manual. This is not a handbook on mental health. This is a dark romance that holds a special place in my heart. Holy shit! I'd devoured this book in one sitting, I'm so invested with the story, you will love to hate vice versa the characters in this book, and every pages is worthy of time. Whilst I'm reading this I really don't have a singular idea where will the story go through, I'm on the edge. This is very dark and twisted especially the last 80% of the book wherein the shit hits the fan, shocking plot twist. And I genuinely suggest please go in blind to fully enjoy the book and promise this book will take you in a one hell of a ride. 💯💕 "What’s real? Which one is real? The psychopath? The asshole? Neither of them? Am I fucking real?

RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: Even When I'm Gone by Nicole Fiorina

(Stay With Me 2) 

Author: Nicole Fiorina

Published: October 29th, 2019

Source: GR

The second book in a heart-consuming series.

Ollie.
Forget everything you thought you knew. Hell, I don't even know myself anymore. For seven months I've been gone only to come back to be tested in every way possible. They say keep your enemies close, and my demons welcomed me back with open arms. My downfall is a necessary evil. But Mia is my endgame.

Mia.
Seven months ago, Ollie surrendered to the darkness, abandoning me in the process. He stripped me of my walls only to leave me defenseless. Now he's back, along with fresh new faces and obstacles standing in our way. He says trust no one. Not even him. How am I supposed to be strong for us both when I'm losing my grip?

"Just stay with me, Mia."
"Even when you're gone?"
"Especially when I'm gone.".

REVIEW

I’m not so sure what’s more terrifying, the violent storm inside my head or the silence.” —Oliver Masters The only reason why I'm giving this a 4 instead of 5 ☆ because of how Ollie's evil side played in this. Don't get me wrong the book is great, and enjoy every second of it, and I understand its for unravelling the story and character development, still I had a bit of withdrawal from Oliver's characterization in book 1 and how his persona drastically change. But I'm glad he redeemed himself and get his head out of his arse now. One thing I noticed though, in some instances whenever the author written a sequel it tends to be inconsistent, but thats not the case of this book, in terms of plot and character development its prominent, its still written poetically and beautifully. This book tests Mia and Oliver's deathifying, all consuming, timeless & unselfish love ♡. And Ethan fuck, I did not see that one coming. He was both the hero and villain in our love story, saving me only to ruin me. Kiss her crazy and love her insane.” —Oliver Masters  RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: The Truth About Heartbreak by B. Celeste

(The Truth 1)

Author: B. Celeste

Released Date: June 3rd, 2019

Source: GR

Forbidden Romance - Check.
Cheating - Check.
Brother's Best Friend - Check.
Angst - Check.

BLURB

I fell in love with him when I was thirteen years old.

He was older, mysterious, and unattainable. The guy I could never touch.

Then one night changed everything for us. But there was one huge problem.

He belonged to her.

REVIEW

This is the story of River and Everett. When River was 12 she was adopted into this family. This family has a son - Oliver. Ollie and Rhett are bestfriends. The timeline started when River's 12 and Everett's 17 then from their we get to see how their friendship progresses and eventually turns into forbidden love. We get to know the reason why he stays in a relationship and honestly I did not support his decisions, I mean ya it's about expectations but he's a grown up man who can decide what is right and wrong. But ya the dilemma was also the main plot of the story (just sayin) “Our story is just beginning.” No,” she whispers, fingers stroking what little hair rests on my chest. “It started ten years ago. I wouldn’t have it any other way.” - I'm excited for Ollie and Charlie's story ❤️ RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 The Unrequited by Saffron A. Kent

(Standalone Forbidden Romance)

Author: Saffron A. Kent

Released Date: July 13th, 2017

Source: GR

Layla Robinson is not crazy. She is suffering from unrequited love. But it's time to move on. No more stalking, no more obsessive calling.

What she needs is a distraction. The blue-eyed guy she keeps seeing around campus could be a great one--only he is the new poetry professor--the married poetry professor.

Thomas Abrams is a stereotypical artist--rude, arrogant, and broody--but his glares and taunts don't scare Layla. She might be bad at poetry, but she is good at reading between the lines. Beneath his prickly façade, Thomas is lonely, and Layla wants to know why. Obsessively.

Sometimes you do get what you want. Sometimes you end up in the storage room of a bar with your professor and you kiss him. Sometimes he kisses you back like the world is ending and he will never get to kiss you again. He kisses you until you forget the years of unrequited love; you forget all the rules, and you dare to reach for something that is not yours.

RATING:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: Evil Love by Ella Fields

(Nightingale 1)

Author: Ella Fields

Released Date: September 3rd, 2020

Source: Goodreads

There was a time Jude Delouxe didn’t hate me, and I’m fairly certain it was when he didn’t know I existed.



Senior year, I finally caught his eye long enough to throw word vomit at him like the obsessed teenage girl I was.

That was then.
You see, the most wanted guy in school blamed me for losing his second chance with his girlfriend. Ex-girlfriend? Whatever. Point is, the Adonis loved to hate me.



It wasn’t my fault he’d followed me. It wasn’t my fault he’d stared too long and stood a little too close, just daring me to accomplish my wildest dreams.

And it most certainly wasn’t my fault his ex-girlfriend arrived when he’d decided to kiss me back.



Then the cruelty began. 
I’d thought I could handle it, so long as his lips kept gracing mine and he kept giving me more scorching firsts.
Until he took it too far, and all his carefully kept secrets blew open the doors to a brand new world. A world he was all too familiar with. 


Obsession became loathing and fear replaced naivety as Jude was forced to hold my hand and help me navigate a secret society rife with sin and debauchery—the crème de la crème of Peridot Island.

If I wasn’t careful, I’d do more than lose what remained of my heart. My first love and greatest foe wouldn’t be satisfied until he’d devoured my soul, too.

REVIEW

Evil Love (Nightingale 1) Ella Fields Forgive me for falling in love with you the wrong way. This was okay. I mean the writing style is good, like the representation, the initial plot is quite interesting - - unrequited love, I'm just not a big fan of the execution. I understand the title is self explanatory. Characterization wise was fine. I felt connected somehow with Jude and Fern chemistry/non existent relationship but not so much, perhaps IMO atleast Jude's devil may care attitude overshadows the romance arc plot . And for Fern I like her but at the same time hates her. This is an Enemies-to-Lovers turns marriage of convenience trope, I did not expect the latter though. Overall this is more on average read for me, did not impressed me or anything, still I would recommend this. Love was evil. It stole, and it harmed, and it left you with your bleeding remains flayed wide for the world to dissect.

RATING: ⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: Suddenly Forbidden by Ella Fields

(Gray Springs University 1)

Author: Ella Fields

Released Date: January 24th, 2018

Source: Goodreads

I thought he'd always be mine,
even when I was forced to say goodbye.

We were never meant to let go,
but it happened anyway.
Too bad I didn’t know someone was waiting to take my place, or I would've held on a lot tighter.

Two years later, we were exactly where we'd always planned to be.
I'd kept my promise.
He'd forgotten all about his.
Not only had he moved on, but the person he'd moved on with was my best friend, leaving me to begin college with a broken heart.

I guess this is the part where I’m supposed to tell you some other guy stepped in, repaired my shattered pieces, and made me smile again.

This isn't that kind of story.

My heart might have been broken,
but it refused to fall out of love.

WARNING: this book contains cheating.

REVIEW

“I’m gonna marry you someday, Daisy June.” “I’m not scared. You and me … like the moon and the stars, we’re permanent.” I'm so proud of myself! For finally reading this book. Storyline that has cheating on it isn't my go to read. love triangle is one thing and I'm okay with it. Don't get me wrong i read a few books that has cheating before and I don't mind it if its done flawlessly, the execution, delivery in all. As for this book it go above and beyond when it comes to angst and forbidden plot device. It delivers all those hostile emotions, the frustration and anguish. Finding your forever at the very young age, to fall in love, planning for the future without overlooking that life isn't work that way. Then one chain of event happened that its out of your control creates the unexpected turmoil that you didn't see coming. Fate can be cruel, and timing just never on your side, that's how this book navigate. Some things were simply irrefutable and inescapable. The stars, the moon, and the way my heart would always beat in sync with hers. Let's talk about the cheating story arc in here, (view spoiler) as for Alexis, she's the ultimate snake in the grass (view spoiler) so Quinn the man of the hour, I can't really blame his action, can I??? he was just being a normal horny teenager, so inlove and heartbroken. Didn't know how to deal with reality, so he just decided to pursue Alexis, because she's the closest link, he's desperate to feel something familiar eh, and yes its fucked up, considering he did love her, they're in a relationship, not just a 3 months rebound. So for that reason I struggle a lot to accept his sentiments, the belief system and authenticity isn't quite there and isn't reliable enough for me. He knew its wrong and he regret it so much, and to be honest those cheesy moments between he and Daisy, i can't fully grasp the idea, thinking that he did it with Alexis as well even though it wasn't really implied, still cringeworthy. We more than meant a lot to each other. We were the breeze that ruffled the dandelions. The sun that scorched our skin red until we searched for reprieve under our favorite willow tree. And underneath the stretch of dark skies, we were each other’s stars. All around Suddenly Forbidden is a very very well written, the story flows naturally, pacing is great and smoothly done. The characterization isn't that great but still good, they're flawed yet understandable its just make them more interesting and relatable. Being perfect is boring. The story really sucks me in, it consumed me and I'm so invested with everything that was going on. Its unputdownable. Its a maddening ride for sure. Therefore I wouldn't think to reread this. I don't want to undergo with heart surgery again. It's just too painful. “Because without the stars, the moon is left alone to battle the dark.”

RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mr. Masters by T.L. Swan

(Mr. Series 1)

Author: T.L. Swan

Released Date: May 26th, 2018

Source: Goodreads

He is powerful, older and my boss, a lethal combination.

Job satisfaction has taken on a whole new meaning.

When I lied on my resume, I didn’t expect it to matter.

I mean any child would love me; I was born to be a nanny.

I applied for a position working for a woman, or so I thought.

But Julian Masters is definitely all man…the kind you dream of licking chocolate from.

The first day was bad.

The kids were the spawn of the devil and I spied through a window and caught him doing something obscene…. and equally fascinating.

The second day was worse, he caught me snooping in his bathroom cabinet in my skimpy pyjamas and all hell broke loose.

On the third day, I ran over him in a golf cart.

And by day four I had decided that I wanted that chocolate…all of it.

Melted….on me.

But intelligent, widowed Judges don’t fall for ditzy nannies.

Or do they?

RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: Our Way by T.L. Swan

(Standalone Contemporary Romance)

Author: T.L. Swan

Released Date: July 24th, 2020

Source: Goodreads

Nathan Mercer, the only man in my life.
Loving him was never an option.

We met ten years ago, when we started at the same company on the same day.
Both new in town and with nobody else to rely on, we quickly became friends.

And while Nathan went on to rule San Francisco, I’m still doing the same job with the same people.
We finish each other’s sentences, we spend Christmas together and he sleeps at my house more than his.
He’s beautiful.... beyond belief.
In another life, he’s probably my soul mate.

However, lately things have changed. He’s started looking at me differently.
His eyes drop to my lips as I speak.
His hugs are tighter…. longer.
Our fights are more passionate, his jealousy insane.

I know it’s all in my head….it has to be.

They say to never love someone who treats you like you’re ordinary.
I don't. To him I'm a queen.

But our story is complicated.
And as much as I love Nathan Mercer with all of my heart. . .
He’s the one man I can never have.

REVIEW

Our story isn’t neat and it doesn’t fit into any boxes. We are complicated and messy.
Fucked up and tainted.
But…
This is love.
Our Way.

RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

BOOK REVIEW: Waking Olivia by Elizabeth O'Roark

(Standalone)

Author: Elizabeth O'Roark

Released Date: March 14th, 2016

Source: Goodreads

"That girl isn't just trouble of the not-a-team-player, not-a-reliable-runner variety. She's trouble of the devious, manipulative, too-f***ing-hot-for-her-own good variety. She's the kind of girl who causes trouble merely by existing, and then makes sure to cause more.
And the last thing I need right now is more trouble."

A failing farm.
His father’s debt.
And a struggling college track team.
Will Langstrom has too many responsibilities, and the last thing he needs is Olivia Finnegan, a beautiful but troubled new transfer student.

A smart mouth.
A strong right hook.
And a secret that could destroy her.
Olivia is her own worst enemy, with a past she can’t seem to escape, and the last person she wants help from is a cocky track coach she can never seem to please.
Refusing to be pushed away, Will is determined to save her.
And determined to resist an attraction that could destroy them both.

REVIEW

"She's the kind of girl who causes trouble merely by existing, and then makes sure to cause more." Im still reeling about this book, its sad and bit disturbing. You can't really blamed Olivia for putting her walls so high, after all what she had suffered and witnessed when she was just a child. She's one hell of a tough cookie. As for Will I loved how he supports and care for Olivia even if its prohibited, and I admit there are times I just want to shake him up to fight his love and just be with Olivia, but at the same time Its understandable, considering his her track coach and had a snotty girlfriend. I want to dislike his actions towards Olivia, its quite exhausting and frustrating at times, I'm just happy he finally made up his mind and get the courage to fight for her. All is well. what I adore most in this book was the subplot behind Olivia s state of mind, its somewhat unparalleled and only adds a thrilling flavor to the story. RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: Hush, Hush by Lucia Franco

(Hush, Hush 1)

by: Lucia Franco

Released Date: August 14th, 2019

Source: Goodreads

A new, seductive forbidden romance that caters to Manhattan's elite...

I knew the rules:

Never reveal my true identity.
Play the game, give the illusion.
Don’t get close to the clients.

The dark and glamorous lifestyle of the rich and shameless open my eyes to a lavish world of sin and wealth, and a man I can’t have.

A man I desperately want—James Riviera.

We're treading a fine line as we live the ultimate double life until we make a startling discovery that tests both our loyalties.

I only had to follow the rules, but rules are meant to be broken.

REVIEW

He's the flame on the tip of the arrow that's aimed right at my heart. I want to burn alive with him.

This book gets me out of my slump, I loved a good age gap forbidden romance its my go to genre and this book goes as above so below expectations. I wished I read this sooner than later because its sooo good, the writing style is very descriptive that even the tiniest detail are written yet I don't mind. You just can't help to be allure in this decadent world that Lucia created not only on her characters but for her readers as well.

To give an overview of the plotline, this is about a 21 yrs old Aubrey Abrams who works as an Escort to this high end Manhattan elite and fell in love with his 52 yrs old client James Riviera, and this is their romance. The plot twist in here, I kinda forecasted it as soon as it was foreshadowed. Regardless I still loved the storyline, her style of writing was fit to convey the most intricate and sensational words to comprehend with the utmost clarity. it evokes a detailed and realistic conundrum of what real life mirrors in the fictional world. This right here was epic.

"We met by a cruel chance of fate. Becoming your lover was part of the job, but falling for you… I had no control. I didn't stand a chance."

RATING:⭐⭐⭐⭐