Only Temporary by Nicole Dykes is a beautifully written, emotionally rich story that pulled me in from the very first page. It follows Kellen, who suddenly finds himself with temporary custody of his younger siblings, and the touching journey he takes to build a stable, loving home for them—with the unwavering support of caseworker Philip and his best friend Tatum.
One of the most powerful aspects of this book is how it explo …Read More
Only Temporary by Nicole Dykes is a beautifully written, emotionally rich story that pulled me in from the very first page. It follows Kellen, who suddenly finds himself with temporary custody of his younger siblings, and the touching journey he takes to build a stable, loving home for them—with the unwavering support of caseworker Philip and his best friend Tatum.
One of the most powerful aspects of this book is how it explo …Read More
I absolutely loved The Gentleman by Dianna Roman! I couldn’t put it down. Cameron’s hilarious, unfiltered rambling was so refreshing, and Pete’s OCD was portrayed with surprising accuracy and care—which really hit home for me. It was the perfect mix of humor and heart. Highly recommend! A 5 star read for me.
I absolutely loved The Gentleman by Dianna Roman! I couldn’t put it down. Cameron’s hilarious, unfiltered rambling was so refreshing, and Pete’s OCD was portrayed with surprising accuracy and care—which really hit home for me. It was the perfect mix of humor and heart. Highly recommend! A 5 star read for me.
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Crossroads by Nicole Dykes
Crossroads was a 5-star read for me — emotional, raw, and deeply touching. This story is so much more than a simple opposites-attract romance.
Emerson, the spoiled city boy sent to his aunt’s farm for the summer, and Jasper, the grumpy country boy who works there, couldn’t be more different. Their story begins with tension and clashing personalities but slowly grows into something real, hea …Read More
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Crossroads by Nicole Dykes
Crossroads was a 5-star read for me — emotional, raw, and deeply touching. This story is so much more than a simple opposites-attract romance.
Emerson, the spoiled city boy sent to his aunt’s farm for the summer, and Jasper, the grumpy country boy who works there, couldn’t be more different. Their story begins with tension and clashing personalities but slowly grows into something real, hea …Read More
This is now my second favorite Emily Henry book of all time, but only because nothing can ever beat Beach Read - even though this comes extremely close.
I think the reason her books are all so great is because they are incredibly engaging; she writes in a style that sucks you into the story and doesn't let you go. The characters are fully fleshed out and relatable, and when they feel something, YOU feel it. And as always her …Read More
This is now my second favorite Emily Henry book of all time, but only because nothing can ever beat Beach Read - even though this comes extremely close.
I think the reason her books are all so great is because they are incredibly engaging; she writes in a style that sucks you into the story and doesn't let you go. The characters are fully fleshed out and relatable, and when they feel something, YOU feel it. And as always her …Read More
I don’t think I’ve ever read a love story as gentle and soft as this one. The characters rarely talk openly about their relationship or feelings, but they show it in the smallest, most tender ways. It’s the kind of love you might miss if you’re not paying attention, but when you catch it, it hits you right in the heart.
The writing reminded me a lot of Hold Me Under by Riley Nash—full of beautiful, poignant quotes that perfec …Read More
I don’t think I’ve ever read a love story as gentle and soft as this one. The characters rarely talk openly about their relationship or feelings, but they show it in the smallest, most tender ways. It’s the kind of love you might miss if you’re not paying attention, but when you catch it, it hits you right in the heart.
The writing reminded me a lot of Hold Me Under by Riley Nash—full of beautiful, poignant quotes that perfec …Read More
Extremely slow paced, often repetitive - lots of push-pull, I-shouldn't-but-I-want-to, arguing, etc. - yet Misha Horne is such a strong writer that I still didn't hate this at all. If it had been a different writer I probably would have DNF'ed, but Horne can make a scene where the characters do laundry into the most interesting in the book (and it genuinely was).
Every book by them is a deep dive into what makes the characte …Read More
Extremely slow paced, often repetitive - lots of push-pull, I-shouldn't-but-I-want-to, arguing, etc. - yet Misha Horne is such a strong writer that I still didn't hate this at all. If it had been a different writer I probably would have DNF'ed, but Horne can make a scene where the characters do laundry into the most interesting in the book (and it genuinely was).
Every book by them is a deep dive into what makes the characte …Read More
Another lovely book by KJ Charles. My only complaint really is how over the top evil and obnoxious the villains were. (Listening to the audiobook, and actually hearing Mrs. Conrad’s screechy voice, did not help.) But, as always, KJ Charles is a fantastic writer. I really feel the MCs balance one another out so well here - Charles does a fantastic job of writing couples with genuinely wonderful chemistry.
Another lovely book by KJ Charles. My only complaint really is how over the top evil and obnoxious the villains were. (Listening to the audiobook, and actually hearing Mrs. Conrad’s screechy voice, did not help.) But, as always, KJ Charles is a fantastic writer. I really feel the MCs balance one another out so well here - Charles does a fantastic job of writing couples with genuinely wonderful chemistry.
Review for the whole series
I liked the art a lot. Every panel looks and feels like it was painstakingly drawn. I can see how Berserk shaped the manga industry as a whole.
Unfortunately, I can’t say the same for the story. Griffith is practically a god in the later volumes. What’s the point of anything if you have such an overpowered villain? It’s not even like superman. He literally doesn’t have any weaknesses. Every action …Read More
Review for the whole series
I liked the art a lot. Every panel looks and feels like it was painstakingly drawn. I can see how Berserk shaped the manga industry as a whole.
Unfortunately, I can’t say the same for the story. Griffith is practically a god in the later volumes. What’s the point of anything if you have such an overpowered villain? It’s not even like superman. He literally doesn’t have any weaknesses. Every action …Read More
i really enjoyed the slow pace of this book, to the point where my biggest disappointment was that the ending felt a bit rushed in comparison with the rest of the story.
i really enjoyed the slow pace of this book, to the point where my biggest disappointment was that the ending felt a bit rushed in comparison with the rest of the story.
The way MC2 (the older MC, Lawson) treats MC1 pisses me off.
MC1, a stripper who is deeply concerned about having enough material possessions because of a rough childhood, undergoes a lot of character development and sacrifices a lot by the end of the book. And at 96%, this is how MC2 is thinking of him. (Note that Ms. Cluck, who MC1 (Opie) considers a pet, has been established as the stupidest chicken on the ranch.)
Awkward m …Read More
The way MC2 (the older MC, Lawson) treats MC1 pisses me off.
MC1, a stripper who is deeply concerned about having enough material possessions because of a rough childhood, undergoes a lot of character development and sacrifices a lot by the end of the book. And at 96%, this is how MC2 is thinking of him. (Note that Ms. Cluck, who MC1 (Opie) considers a pet, has been established as the stupidest chicken on the ranch.)
Awkward m …Read More
It’s very “message”y. You see the writer’s hand, feel the themes being handed to you, and wish for more realness. Feels like it’s written for BookTok—lots of highlights, very quotable, not super lived-in.
It’s very “message”y. You see the writer’s hand, feel the themes being handed to you, and wish for more realness. Feels like it’s written for BookTok—lots of highlights, very quotable, not super lived-in.
The best Age Gap book I read until now, the chemistry between Jordan and Pike was real. Could not put the book down.
The best Age Gap book I read until now, the chemistry between Jordan and Pike was real. Could not put the book down.
