Most of my favorite reading nights start the same way: my favorite reading chair, a mug within reach, a romance novel in my hands—and at least one cat deciding that my lap is now their personal property. Before I’ve even hit chapter two, there’s purring, snoring, and fur in the pages. And somehow, the story … Continue reading Why Pets Make Romances Cozier (And Smarter)
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This Week: February 15th
News and Updates With school on winter break for President's Day, our household has a different pace this week. We’re not dashing through carpool while listening to audiobooks or rushing to finish homework, but we do have more time to visit the library and find a cozy spot to curl up with a good book! … Continue reading This Week: February 15th
If You Loved Heated Rivalry, Try These Hockey Romances Next
If you tore through Rachel Reid’s Heated Rivalry and immediately wanted more career stakes and razor‑sharp banter on the ice, you’re not alone. Shane and Ilya’s story hits that perfect sweet spot: rivals‑to‑lovers, years of secret history, and a hockey world where the sport isn’t just a backdrop—it’s the heartbeat of the story. This list … Continue reading If You Loved Heated Rivalry, Try These Hockey Romances Next
Last Bite
Thank you NetGalley and She Writes Press for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Angie never thought she’d be here – her husband’s funeral. She’s not sure how they ended up here – he was perfectly healthy before this. Now she’s trying to figure out how she’ll even afford all … Continue reading Last Bite
February Theme: Romance
We have finished our first genre of reading through the library in 2026 - how did you like the Science Fiction books? This month, we're skipping over to the Romance section, perfect for Valentines Day later this month! I tend to read Romance novels when I've read a few too many heavy books and need … Continue reading February Theme: Romance
The Wild Card
Thank you NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Carla’s always been lucky at the poker table. Her mentor always told her to stop when she was ahead – something she always listened to…until tonight. Now she’s leaving with not a penny to her name, literally. … Continue reading The Wild Card
A Sea Glass Christmas
Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. The last few years have been exciting for Rae. First a legal case to save a local landmark, then falling in love with the rule—breaking stranger who stole more than just her heart. And now, she’s face-to-face … Continue reading A Sea Glass Christmas
I’ll be Home for Christmas
Thank you NetGalley and Putnam for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Pine Bluff is a postcard-perfect Scottish town at the holidays. The Krampus run, the holiday market, and the decorations around town make it feel just textbook for a visit! That is…unless you left it years ago to find … Continue reading I’ll be Home for Christmas
This Week: September 21st
Ok, I have to apologize...again. Between school schedules and Code Orange air alerts making us all feel under the weather, getting anything done here at our house has been a challenge. I've missed some days again...and I'm behind on my reading, too. Hoping that I can catch up this week because we have some fantastic … Continue reading This Week: September 21st
Christmas at the Ranch
Thank you NetGalley and Putnam for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. How could this be happening? Everly has always know something was a little off with her family’s capital investment business, but a Ponzi scheme? Seeing her parents’ faces on the news was too much and now there are … Continue reading Christmas at the Ranch









