This wasn't a Scarlett and Julian novella because it focused solely on Tella and her thrilling kidnapping adventures with Legend. Scarlett a3.75 stars
This wasn't a Scarlett and Julian novella because it focused solely on Tella and her thrilling kidnapping adventures with Legend. Scarlett and Julian have all my heart, and I wish there had been more of them here. I missed them so much, and seeing them so in love with each other was everything.
“You look quite dashing, my love.” She pressed a kiss to his cheek as she reached him. But Julian turned quickly enough that her lips found his instead. “You look devastating, Crimson.” Scarlett smiled wider.
I never liked Tella in previous books, so I’m surprised by how much I actually enjoyed reading this sweet little holiday novella about her and Legend. Maybe it's the perfect Christmas vibes, the magic of their world, or the beautiful illustrations, but I enjoyed this little treat from Stephanie Garber.
“Does this mean you actually love the Great Holiday after all?” Legend’s perfect smile appeared again. “No, Donatella. I just love you.”
Also, do yourself a favor and listen to the audiobook while reading this novella. The narrator did an amazing job, and the background sounds with the Christmas ambiance make it even more addictive....more
Seriously, I have read my fair share of deranged things in dark romances, but this book is on another levCuriosity killed the cat, and that cat is me.
Seriously, I have read my fair share of deranged things in dark romances, but this book is on another level. A screwdriver? A freaking cigarette? A spider? I'll take Zade's gun any day over this freaky stuff.
Malachi needs more than just therapy, and Olivia needs a backbone and some brain cells, which are non-existent in every character's brain in this book. Malachi and Olivia are a nightmare of red flags and questionable decisions!
To my favourite girl, Giuls I’m sorry for sending you that TikTok and saying I was curious about this book. We should never have let our curiosity win....more
“You can’t see the stars in New York,” Dante said. “So I brought the stars to you.”
Have you ever read a book that's just cliché and yet so damn addict
“You can’t see the stars in New York,” Dante said. “So I brought the stars to you.”
Have you ever read a book that's just cliché and yet so damn addicting? King of Wrath is exactly that book.
It's not like this book has a very life changing story or anything. It's just like another typical marriage of Convenience with alpha male character and a strong yet a damsel in distress female character, but I don't know what Ana put in this book that literally made me devoured it in just two days.
“You live in my head all the fucking time, even when I don’t want you to…” His palm slid to my hip, where his fingers dug grooves into my skin. “And God, I want to punish you for driving me so damn crazy. Every. Single. Day.”
This book has everything you need in your romance book. Arranged marriage between two rich families, kind of enemies to lovers, sizzling chemistry and great banter between main characters, revenge as sub-plot and some good grovelling in the end. It's no wonder Ana writes one of the addicted billionaire romances, and they all are just same but the entertainment and drama I get from reading her books are everything.
➸ Vivian Lau
Intelligent, dedicated, strong and altruistic Vivian is a daughter of a millionaire who owns jewellery business. I love reading about Asian characters and Ana portrayed her character so well. The way Vivian kept Dante on his toes, always making his life a living hell was so refreshing to read because we love a bold and valiant woman not a doormat female character. Even though her life choices depended so much on her parent's expectations and all, she did tried to come out of that toxic relationship with her parents. I liked her character development and how she stopped caring about her father's opinion and his expectations.
“I'm not a toy, Dante. You don't get to toss me aside and pick me back only when someone else wants me.”
➸ Dante Russo
Possessive, caveman, and arrogant Dante is a billionaire who is described as this ruthless man wanting a revenge on Vivian's father. I have read all of Ana's books by now and Dante is just as charming as any other man written by her. What I really loved about him was that even though he may not be good with communicating his feelings and his emotions but he always has a way with his words and his actions. Also, him being an Italina just added more spice to his already alluring character. And he knows how to grovel and be patient when your girl don't want to anything with you. He begged for her forgiveness on his knees and also turned a room into a planetarium. Ana really knows how to raise my standards with her fictional men.
“Give me time, mia cara. That's all I need besides you.”
╰┈➤ Vivian and Dante
They are just so perfect for each other. Their banter? The Romance? The pining? The staring and the glaring? Jealousy moments? “I wanna kill you and kiss you” moments? “My wife” and “Mia Cara” moments? Everything about them had me swooning and together they are like a firework show.
“We should attempt to get along,” she said breathlessly. “Get to know each other. Maybe go on a date or two.” Some of the earlier tension dissipated. “Are you asking me out, mia cara?” A smile touched my lips at her glare. “I told you to stop calling me that.” “Yes, you did.” I was going to call her mia cara every chance I got.
I love how they slowly and steadily broke each other's invisible walls they had built around their heart to protect it from the hurt and how they loved each other. I liked the way they navigated their feelings as well as the animosity between them while also trying to make sense of their new living situation that came with their arrange marriage. Also, there is a third-act breakup over the miscommunication why Dante agreed to marry to Vivian in the first place and it was totally reasonable and a practical one. You can't expect her to forgive the man she loved after he hide the biggest truth behind their arranged marriage. And I liked how Vivian made him grovel and beg because Dante deserved it.
“Vivian once told me about a Chinese proverb that said an invisible thread connected those destined to meet, regardless of time, place, and circumstance. I felt the phantom tug of that thread now, stretching between us and vibrating with the promise of something only fate could deliver. I used to think we wouldn’t be together if her father hadn’t forced us together. I was wrong. A part of me would always find my way to her. She was my North Star, the brightest jewel in my sky.”
I loved the ending. It was sweet and beautiful. Just what I wanted after so much drama in this book.
King of Wrath is an amazing start to this series, and hopefully this series gets better with each book. Also, paitently waiting for King of Pride because I can already feel the intense energy between Kai and Isabella....more
“I haven’t thought about anything but you since the first time I saw you.”
This novella was so cute and fun to read. I enjoyed the winter vibes, the co
“I haven’t thought about anything but you since the first time I saw you.”
This novella was so cute and fun to read. I enjoyed the winter vibes, the cozy setting, the banter between characters, and the yearning and mutual pining between Jesse and Voila. Despite what the blurb says, this is not an enemies-to-lovers story—authors really need to look up the true meaning of that trope. Voila and Jesse were adorable together. Ali is also getting better with the smut in her books; it wasn’t awkward or anything, just normal, I guess.
“It just... fills me with immense joy, being with him, telling him things, waiting to hear what he’ll say back, being reminded of his existence.”
Two Can Play is a good palette cleanser if you're looking for vibes and a cute, angsty romance between two gaming programmers....more
“You got me, right?” “I got you.” She leaned into my side. “Then I’m okay.”
I love reading small-town romances by Devney Perry and have enjoyed many of h
“You got me, right?” “I got you.” She leaned into my side. “Then I’m okay.”
I love reading small-town romances by Devney Perry and have enjoyed many of her books, but this new series lacks the usual charm I expect from her small-town settings. I really liked Crossroads, and based on Jax’s character in that book, I had high expectations for his story. Unfortunately, it didn’t quite live up to what I was hoping for.
Jax was great—a perfect character with the sweetest, most thoughtful personality. Sasha was a well-developed character, but I didn’t feel as connected to her or her past. I liked their dynamic, with Sasha being the grump to Jax’s sunshine persona, and the insta-attraction and subtle animosity between them were used well to explore and develop their relationship. However, the baby situation didn’t feel forced, but it didn’t seem to fit with their story. I think a different plot could have worked better for Jax and Sasha's love story. They are cute together, but I needed more.
“Tell me a lie.” “I hate Montana.” A grin tugged at my mouth. “Mission accomplished.” “Now a secret,” she murmured, still breathing hard. “Tell me to tell you a secret.” “Tell me a secret.” “I love you”
One of the major highlights for me was seeing Indya and West as parents, and how they are growing their family and raising children with so much love and hope.
Overall, it was an enjoyable and cute romance, but not a particularly memorable or exceptional one. I’m looking forward to Emery and Zak’s story because I already liked them in this book. Hope Devney writes one for them....more
Jessa what is this behaviour??? That cover is giving me a headache.
we got a new book series announcement by Jessa before Daisy and Christian's books? Jessa what is this behaviour??? That cover is giving me a headache.
we got a new book series announcement by Jessa before Daisy and Christian's books? that's criminal but i am not complaining bcs i need DRAMAAAAAA...more
“I love you, Mr. Volkov.” “I love you, Mrs. Volkov.”
Rina Kent proved she can be a mastermind when she wants to be. I’ve read many dark romances, but n
“I love you, Mr. Volkov.” “I love you, Mrs. Volkov.”
Rina Kent proved she can be a mastermind when she wants to be. I’ve read many dark romances, but nothing quite like the Deception Trilogy. It’s a brilliantly structured, well-developed, and mind-blowing mafia story. Rina definitely put all her brain cells to work while writing these books. All the missing pieces finally clicked into place, and everything that had been confusing or fragmented in the earlier books suddenly made perfect sense. There isn’t a single plot hole, and Rina intricately wrapped up this trilogy with such precision—it’s amazing and applaudable. This book has become my favorite in Adrian and Lia’s story. They finally proved their love, honesty, and trust to one another, and it was incredibly moving and beautiful to witness their growth, both as a couple and as individuals. It was a beautiful culmination of their journey.
Lia Volkov is the best female character in the Rina Kent Universe. After going through the worst years of her life, and confronting the reality of Winter and her past, Lia began exploring her new self in a new light. She finally realized how much Adrian means to her, accepted her feelings, and even started her mental healing journey. I loved Lia's newfound strength and bravery, and how she slowly integrated herself into Adrian's criminal world—the one she had hated in the past—while making a respectable place for herself. She proved that her strength, resilience, and independence could thrive even under Adrian’s protection.
“She’s always felt like home, the one I think about going back to whenever I’m away from it.”
Adrian Volkov—I will defend him for the rest of my life. I loved him in previous books, but this one cemented my love for him. He’s still unhinged and dangerous, but he finally redeemed himself, showing his vulnerability and complexity bit by bit. His past completely broke my heart—the horrors and pain he endured, and how he had to numb himself to any emotions just to survive. It all shaped him into the man he is now, and finally understanding that makes everything about him fall into place. I love how he loves Lia, like he genuinely cannot live without her and would do anything to keep her and Jeremy safe. Daddy Adrian was hitting so hard here, and I was swooning every time he was with Jeremy. He’s still not a gentleman, but he’s making efforts in his own way, showing feelings and proving his love to Lia. I mean, the man was ready to die for her—what more could I want for his redemption?
“She’ll always be my lone rose—the resilient rose that I’d pluck from the side of the road over and over again, even if her thorns caused me to bleed. She’s my rose.”
Adrian and Lia are my new obsession. Their story is unforgettable and epic. They are so toxic for each other, but also so right together. Their relationship might not have started in the normal way, and they are nowhere near perfect humans, but it’s their story—as imperfect and toxic as it is—and their love for each other and their family is stronger than anything. Adrian’s roughness and darkness match Lia’s softness and elegance, and they are perfectly compatible as a couple and as soulmates. After the tragic events in the previous two books, they began rebuilding their relationship on a foundation of trust, friendship, and love. It was difficult, given their lost faith in each other, but they both gave their all to prove how much their marriage and family mean to them. Their family moments with Jeremy were everything, and they healed my broken heart. Adrian and Lia started with blood and death, but now their love is beautiful, passionate, and forever. They are such a beautiful and perfect family, and seeing baby Annika was a sweet bonus.
“I’ll try to be better. Though I’ll probably never be a hero.” “Who says I want a hero? I’m perfectly happy with you, my villain.”
“I do love you, Lia. I always have. But my form of love isn’t sweetness or softness. It’s nothing noble or delicate. My love is selfish and villainous. My love is the type where I will kill people to protect you and erase others to avenge you. My love is possessive, obsessive, and knows no boundaries, not when I first met you and certainly not now.”
I love everything about these characters and cannot wait to meet them again in the next books of the Rina Kent Universe.
————— I NEED ADRIAN VOLKOV TO WIFE ME UP! rtc ————— pls pls pls no more tears ...more
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