stinasara's reviews
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⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

🌶️🌶️🌶️(with some description)

I love how Burgess moved at Tallulah’s pace, clearly expressing his feelings but waiting patiently for her to “catch up.” He’s naturally supportive, making her feel safe without trying too hard—it’s just who he is. I wish we’d seen more of Burgess as a dad, though!

This book fell short in the humor department. I expected more laugh-out-loud moments. The back-and-forth between Burgess and Tallulah toward the end felt messy and made their relationship seem insecure. Despite that, the characters acknowledged how they learned from each other, and I’m excited for the third installment—Chloe was a definite highlight!

 

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🌶️🌶️🌶️(with some description) 

 

I love the name Josephine! I really enjoyed reading from Wells’ point of view—he’s a great character, and Josephine is a good match for him. Their dynamic is so fun to read. Wells’ a possessive, and jealous man who is on his knees for Josephine! The romance has a bit of an insta-love vibe, but that’s a bit expected in a rom-com. The book touches on topics like diabetes and feeling inadequate, but it’s mostly a fun, fluffy, and delightful rom-com. 

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 

no spice 

 

Am I supposed to root for Edmund? He’s portrayed as a nice guy, but he’s also easily distracted by new, shiny things—like Mary—and often neglects those who have always been there for him, such as Fanny. Yet, Austen does make it clear that Edmund consistently thinks well of Fanny, confides in her, and ultimately realizes that love runs deeper than he initially thought. I just wish we had seen more of his falling in love with Fanny. 

 

This book felt incredibly long, and there were definitely moments where I was bored, but the storyline remained engaging. I really liked Fanny’s character. She’s complex and sometimes hard to understand, but she also feels like one of the most realistic characters in the novel. Fanny always tries to see the good in people, which some might view as naïve, but I found it endearing—especially because she still clearly recognizes which people she likes and which she does not. Her quiet strength and refusal to conform to social norms, even in her own time, make Fanny a compelling heroine. 

 

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I have decided to dnf. I just don't care for any of the characters. It's not bad, this just isn't resonating with me as it maybe would have had I been 19 (when I bought it...)

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️(some description, different ways) 

 

This book had a nice flow and was overall a great read! Around the 3/4 mark, it felt like it was dragging a bit, but it quickly picked up, making that lull almost unnoticeable. 

 

I really ended up liking Shane. He was such a nice guy—genuine and sincere. I was a bit unsure about Diana at first and worried she might be "too much," but she turned out to be a perfectly balanced character. I also loved how Diana does acknowledge that she did judge him as a fuckboy. 

 

Elle Kennedy did a great job writing about domestic abuse. Diana's thought patterns felt incredibly realistic, reflecting what many people who have experienced abuse might go through. 

 

I love the HOA meetings! They are my greatest pleasure! Diana removing Shane from the group chat was also my greatest entertainment! 

 

P.S. Romance authors, let’s be realistic—a 9-inch and 10-inch dick is pushing it! 

 
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 

🌶️🌶️🌶️(some description) 

 

I loved this book! Ryder is such an intriguing character—grumpy but not in an annoying or callous way. I appreciated how Gigi could see right through his tough exterior and understand what kind of person he truly is. Gigi herself is fantastic; she’s not overly anything, just a down-to-earth girl who comes off as genuinely awesome. I really enjoyed how Elle Kennedy included a moment where Ryder learns about Gigi’s body, and Gigi tells him what she wants. It felt more realistic and added depth to their relationship. 

 

I also loved how they handled the little hiccups in their relationship. Ryder, who didn’t have much experience with relationships, really made an effort to learn and open up to Gigi. The balance of serious moments with laugh-out-loud humor made this book so enjoyable. It was great to see familiar faces like Hannah and Garrett, and even get glimpses of Dean and Logan! 

 

The story had a perfect flow—never rushed or dragging. There was no forced third-act conflict, which made the progression of their relationship feel natural and satisfying. I truly have nothing to complain about. 

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️(some description, different ways) 

 

This was my least favorite in the series. I liked the idea of a marriage of convenience and Ava’s amnesia, but the way everything played out just didn’t hit the mark for me. The reveal at the end didn’t quite hit the mark like I was hoping. 

 

Ava was a real letdown—such a pushover and incredibly whiny. I was excited to get more insight into Eli, especially compared to Aiden, but Eli didn’t live up to his father at all. Despite the book describing him as terrifying, he just didn’t come across that way. 

 

My favorite part, though, was Remi and Ari. I wish we got more of them, but I was honestly savoring every little crumb we did get. 

 

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recommend: yes! You don’t need to read the whole series

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 

🌶️🌶️🌶️.5(yes, with some description) 

 

I only had interest in this book and it was fine. While I don’t have the full background on all the characters they talk about, I had no problem understanding the plot. 

 

Negative: I don’t need detailed descriptions of rape. I also would have liked more of Nino’s perspective after certain chapters and scenes. 

Positive: I love that big bad Nino cuffed/restrained himself to make her feel more comfortable. 

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️(yes, so many threesomes!) 

 

This book was super boring. I don’t care for the characters anymore, and it feels like this book didn’t need to exist. It didn’t add much for me, except maybe setting up Lunnelly’s books and giving some background on other characters. I did enjoy the crumbs we got with Jesse and Winona, though. 

 

It’s been a while since I read this series, but I don’t remember there being so much smut or detailed descriptions. The unnecessary drama felt like it was added just for effect rather than contributing to the plot. 

 

That said, I loved meeting new characters like MK and Frog, and seeing more of Beckett’s character. I also liked how they handled the 'who is the bio-dad?' storyline. 

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️(yes, mostly threesomes) 

 

I liked this book more than the first one in the series. I'm starting to come around on Akara—his emotions resonated with me more this time. That said, Banks is still my favorite, and I'm not sorry about it! The plot was filled with excitement, though the reveal of who was behind the leaks felt a bit sudden and random. 

 

However, no one in the book is fearless, and the characters defending their right to fuck in the kitchen felt weird, it’s a reasonable request by roommates! The whole "I can’t date a client" dilemma among the bodyguards is starting to feel repetitive. At this point, it seems like everyone should be fine with it. On a lighter note, I’m loving the little Lunnelly mini-crumbs we’re getting in the background of these books. 

 

EVERYONE NEEDS TO MOVE OUT AND GET THEIR OWN PLACE!