Wicked Bride Games..... OH MY WORD!

Where do I even begin?!?! Clarissa Wild has done it again! Wicked Bride Games had me riveted from beginning to end.

What would you do for 50 million? What wouldn't you do?

Contracts, lust, sex, violence, twists, turns, and surprise. Be prepared for this rollercoaster!!!

Naomi knew she needed help. She knew this was her ticket. She knew she had to play the game better than anyone else, especially those who created it.

Max has an obsession. An obsession that he can't control. An obsession that continues to defy him. But.... he loves it.

Wicked Bride Games is a befitting title. 8 women, 3 men. 50 million on the line. Again I ask, what would you do for 50 million? A beautiful mansion, everything you could ever ask for without ever having to wait. But is it worth it in the end? What would you give up for 50 million?

This story has more twists and turns than I ever would have thought. Wild never disappoints. I was reeling from start to finish and am now anxiously waiting for her next installment!

**ARC received for honest review**

"Euphoria - The Thornfield Affair" Book 1 Review

Jane Doe. That's the name they gave her. That's what happened when they stripped her name from her.

Sent away. Sent to be alone; at least that is how it felt.

Drifting and wandering is all Jane knew. Never having a place to settle down. Nowhere to feel "home". Thornfield sure wasn't going to be "home" but it would work for now. That is until......

Throughout this incredible story of love, lust, mystery, and fantasy, Amity Cross brings it with the first book of the Thornfield affair!

Whilst working at Thornfield, Jane figures this will be another place to work for the time being, before she moves on again. That is until Mr. Rochester takes a special interest. This cat and mouse game that has ensued is not only intriguing but floods your senses with it's intentions. The library. The woods. The torture. The heartbreak.

Cross has delivered! This series is shaping to be another one that you will not be able to put down!

Read on and bloom,
Stephanie

***ARC received for honest review***

Crazy, Stupid Perfection - Review

The perfection of Paxton. The innocence (or not so) of Charlie. The fireworks and explosions between them.

Melissa Toppen has totally won herself a fan here! This is the 3rd book of the Crazy, Stupid Trilogy. Even as a standalone, this is an AMAZING book.

Love. Lies. Passion. Pain. Ends and new beginnings. This story has every single thing you want in a romance. Toppen kept me wanting more from the very first chapter! Her imagery, fantasy, and perfection of characters had me reeling from the very beginning.

One thing that I took away from this book, without realizing it, was that there is always a chance for a new beginning when you are willing to try. New life. New job. New home. New love. Whatever it is that you need to begin again, you can do so even in the face of insurmountable doubt and fear.

Keep smilin'

Stephanie

Ruin - My Review

Ok, so let me just start off with saying..... I COULD NOT PUT THIS DOWN!!!! I am going to do my best to not let any spoilers slip out.

First, I totally connected with Maybell. There are so many things that she and I have in common, it was surreal. As the main character of this story, Maybell is an incredible young woman who is misunderstood, mostly by her mother. One of the most connecting parts of this story was, "And then the lengthy process of getting back to bed begins. God. I never realized how debilitating being sick really is. How much independence you lose." That group of sentences is my life.

Alexander..... the guy that seems insanely creepy in the beginning. What a character he is! The "watcher" is what I referred to him as. I couldn't wait to see the story develop and the amazing connection that is found within.

This is incredibly difficult for me to not spoil things! I am so in love with this story that I cannot even begin to compare it to anything else. Clarissa Wild did an incredible job and is honestly one of my favorite authors because of this book!

**ARC received for an honest review.

Read on-

Stephanie

Lost in Rewind - Review

I don't even know where to begin...... Talk Alexander knocked this out of the park!

The intertwining lives, love stories, and the finding of self creates an amazingly beautiful story that I could not put down. Jeffrey Rossi, the man you love to hate and hate to love. Jackie, the woman your heart breaks for. Sara, you can't help but feel for her and want her to come out on top. Kali, the all too seducing young gypsy. There is so much to this story that you want to read it over and over again, and each time get something new. 

This story makes you laugh, makes you want to cry, makes you feel for characters in a real sense. I'm still reeling over the developments of this story!!!!! I highly recommend this to anyone, especially those who are new to Tali Alexander's writing. 

Alexander does not disappoint with this throw and final installment of this series. I was given an ARC of this book for an honest review. 

The Jolly Coroner

Hey everyone! So I had a great opportunity the ready "The Jolly Coroner" by Quentin Canterel.

To be honest, I wasn't sure this was a story that I could stick with. It took me some time to get through it. I think because, for me, some of the scenes or the dialogue were too drawn out. Canterel's character development is impeccable. His use of imagery and his ability to put fine detail into the minds of readers is a really incredible feat.

In the story we meet Billy, a coroner for a town that has for some time gone downhill. His antics are not that of the usual, but he is boisterous, at times condescending, and loves the drink. He definitely keeps you on your toes.

The way that Canterel describes the scenes and experiences cannot be given justice here. I saw every moment of this book in my mind. I would definitely recommend this to someone who likes crude joking and murders!

God Bless and Keep Smilin'

Stephanie ><>

One Dress, One Year - Review

Bethany Winz is an amazing young woman. She took on an incredible task to raise awareness for human trafficking and in turn found herself. This story reads like a diary of a 16-year-old girl, because that is exactly what it is. 

I loved the premise behind the book and what Bethany accomplished. It was difficult for me to stay engaged, as I enjoy fast paced reading. Her journey is one that is incredible to follow but I don't recommend this as a read for an adult. This book is geared more toward the YA audience. 

God bless and keep Smilin

Stephanie ><>