Review: A Prince on Paper

A Prince on Paper by Alyssa Cole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I've read from Alyssa and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was hesitant at first, because the "poor rich kids" trope usually doesn't hold a lot of appeal for me; especially in a modern setting. But Alyssa does a great job making you care for Johan and Nya outside their life styles. Royalty plays a background role, but it's not inherent to what the characters are. I enjoyed many things about the main characters and their love story... I loved the pace, and how they both found ways to overcome their fears and walls and trust in each other. I love their honesty and how they opened to one another, talking about their lives, their fears and dreams. I always appreciate the lack of unnecessary drama in romance and how most of their issues/conflict comes from external situations.
While modern royalty is not my favorite background, I enjoyed the visions on the kingdoms, and the discussions about colonization and its long-lasting effect. I really hope we can get a novella oh the Njaza King and his arranged marriage!

A wonderful read, full of funny moments and heartfelt ones as well. Definitely an author I look forward to continue reading.
*I was given an ARC on Edelweiss under no obligation. My views are my own*

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Review: Rogue Most Wanted

Rogue Most Wanted by Janna MacGregor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I've been waiting for Will's book for a while now and it didn't disappoint!
A hero devoted to his family that has had his heart broken and a stoic heroine with a sense of duty and loyalty to the land she belongs to, Will and Theodora are simply meant to be.
I love how they desperately try not to fall for each other and they can't avoid it. I really like the honesty they have with each other and how the conflict is derived from their circumstances (external ones) that they are able to overcome together and not because of miscommunication or petty dramas between them.
I've said this before in the series and I'll say it again... I love seeing a loving, caring family of the ton. The Cavenshams are kind, thoughtful and care for one another and others and sometimes we need to read about that and be reminded of the good in the world.
*I was given an ARC on Netgalley under no obligation. My reviews are my own*

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Review: The Claiming of the Shrew

The Claiming of the Shrew by Shana Galen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a wonderful second chance (ish) romance. From the beginning from the series, we've seen Draven as this powerful and wise man. The Survivors look up to him and it seems like he has all figured it out. It was delightful to read that he has fears (of being too old for Catarina, of his temper, etc) and regrets. It adds a humanity on him that we've only seen glimpses on the prior books.
Catarina is a wonderful heroine that overcame her circumstances and rise above her upbringing. She's fierce and honest and knows what she wants.
Their love story is beautiful and it's always a delight to see the other survivors making an appearance and meeting new ones. Can we have a book on Duncan?

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Review: The Paper Magician

The Paper Magician by Charlie N. Holmberg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this one... the world building is delightful (I adore the paper folding magic) and some elements, like the fact that you can only bond to one element, seem quite interesting.
I found the plot intriguing and the idea of her navigating his heat was innovative.
I look forward to read more books in this world

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Review: Unmask Me If You Can

Unmask Me If You Can by Shana Galen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jasper was one of my favorites and Shana really honors him with this story. I love how even though there are tragic and traumatic backstories on both sides, the characters navigated them with such respect and care for each other. They fall in love in a simple, organic way, forming a bond and a strong team based on commitment and honesty. 10/10 rec for a feel me good book
CW for mentions of sexual abuse and rape (not detail)

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Review: No Other Duke But You

No Other Duke But You by Valerie Bowman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A beautiful and riveting tale of friends to lovers. Delilah and Thomas had been friends for years, supporting each other through good and bad times. When Delilah rushedly promises her mother that she will finally made a match, Thomas thinks it's finally his time to woo her. But she'd set her sights on someone else. Now it's up to Thomas to best the matchmaker of the ton at her own game.
I truly enjoyed this book for one beautiful reason: both main characters are kind and good people that care for others (their friends, their families) and try to do good deeds to help others. I think it's wonderful to read about such characters and how they finally find love with one another. It's an interesting plot, full with tenderhearted and funny moments. I love rogues like any the next girl, but seeing Thomas being a non-rake that gets the girl was also very nice to read. They are both so wonderful to each other and they deserve all the happiness the author stored for them.
*I was given an ARC on NetGalley. My views are my own*

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