As someone who genuinely dislikes Jane Austen's classic novel Pride & Prejudice, I seem to find myself often loving modern adaptations -- and Ayesha at Last by Uzma Jalaluddin, which is a modern, Muslim re-telling of P&P, might be my favorite version yet. A modern-day Muslim Pride and Prejudice for a new generation of love.... Continue Reading →
The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary is one of the most refreshing, unique, and charming romances I've ever read. Tiffy and Leon share an apartment. Tiffy and Leon have never met. After a bad breakup, Tiffy Moore needs a place to live. Fast. And cheap. But the apartments in her budget have her wondering if astonishingly... Continue Reading →
It's time for another rapid-fire review from my sister-in-law for a new, upcoming historical romance. Today, we're talking about The Rogue of Fifth Avenue by Joanna Shupe. Here's what Heather had to say about it: If you can't know who you're sleeping next to, how could you possibly know the man your father has arranged... Continue Reading →
A story about love and loving yourself, There's Something About Sweetie by Sandhya Menon is a delightful YA rom-com packed with feels and Big Mood. Ashish Patel didn’t know love could be so…sucky. After he’s dumped by his ex-girlfriend, his mojo goes AWOL. Even worse, his parents are annoyingly, smugly confident they could find him... Continue Reading →
Royal romance for the 21st century abounds within the pages of Her Royal Highness by Rachel Hawkins, the second book in the Royals series. Millie Quint is devastated when she discovers that her sort-of-best friend/sort-of-girlfriend has been kissing someone else. And because Millie cannot stand the thought of confronting her ex every day, she decides... Continue Reading →
It's time for another rapid romance review from my SIL Heather, this time featuring This Scot of Mine by Sophie Jordan. Here's what she had to say: She couldn't stay where she was. Nothing a little lie and a big cursed man in a kilt couldn't fix! Superstition may run deep, but love can run... Continue Reading →
In search of a fast, fun romantic read? Somewhere Only We Know by Maurene Goo will hit just the right note. 10 00 p.m.: Lucky is the biggest K-pop star on the scene, and she's just performed her hit song "Heartbeat" in Hong Kong to thousands of adoring fans. She's about to debut on The... Continue Reading →
If you like your men in (and out) of kilts, then today's mini romance review is just right for you! Today, we're talking about The Wrong Highlander by Lynsay Sands. A laird's daughter kidnaps a Highlander—and loses her heart… in New York Times bestselling author Lynsay Sands' new historical romance... Lady Evina Maclean has heard... Continue Reading →
We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal is generating a lot of buzz, and for good reason. It’s an own-voices fantasy inspired by Arabian myths, with a lush setting, captivating characters, and a deliciously twisty plotline. The first in a duology, We Hunt the Flame is a perfectly seductive read. People lived because she killed.... Continue Reading →
The Red Scrolls of Magic by Cassandra Clare & Wesley Chu gives center stage to one of the Shadowhunter series' most beloved couples, in a sweeping new story that combines magical intrigue with intense romance. All Magnus Bane wanted was a vacation—a lavish trip across Europe with Alec Lightwood, the Shadowhunter who against all odds... Continue Reading →
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