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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

The 8 Duets I Read in 2021

We've talked about my love of series, but another thing I enjoy are duets. Especially when they are well written, and there isn't too much time between release dates.

In years past I haven't read a lot of duets (duologies), but in 2021 I managed to read 8. Technically Chase by Kacey Shea could be considered a series, but the author considers it a duet, so I am too. Then there is the Bennett Duet. While Beni and Chantal's story is complete, I am still holding out hope for a novella or spin off featuring Miko. If you know, you know.

Here are the 8 duets that I read in 2021.

Monday, June 21, 2021

The Princess I Love To Hate {a review}

The Princess I Love To Hate by Iris Morland is now available! I have been eagerly anticipating this book ever since finishing The Prince I Hate to Love back at the beginning of May! I needed to know how this love story ended! Especially with all those details that had been revealed. I mean, come on!

In The Princess I Love to Hate, we pick up shortly after the last book finished. That being said, in this book we alternate between current time and time past. So we're getting filled in on things that we missed. It was interesting but also confusing. I couldn't understand why we just didn't stick to current time and just begin the book from that time period. Does that make sense?

I would recap the book for you, but really it would just be full of spoilers, so I'm going to pass. Just know that Niamh's brother makes appearances, and it is worth it every single time. Also know that Niamh and Olivier experience communication issue, but in the end you'll get your HEA. We just have to work for it.

So here's the thing...I wasn't overly fond of this conclusion. Something about it felt off to me, and I cannot fully figure it out. Yes, there were somethings that made me happy, but over all, the book was just okay. Nothing overly exciting about it. I wish I could say that it was the best thing ever, but unfortunately it wasn't. Yes, I loved the HEA. Yes, I enjoyed how Niamh handled her dad. Yes, I loved how Niamh's brother came barreling into town. Yes I love how the scandal was handled in the end. But that's about it. Olivier just seemed childish at times. So did Niamh. That frustrated me. Also the fact that Niamh was just supposed to know how to act in certain situations when she wasn't raised as a royal? Yeah, no. I'm still glad I read the conclusion to the story, I just wish it had been a bit different.

I'm choosing to give The Princess I Love to Hate 3 stars.

Thank you for reading my thoughts,

Laura

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

The Princess I Hate to Love {cover reveal}

Release Date: June 15

Our marriage is not some fairy tale.

And my new wife?

She’s not exactly a fan of the crown jewels.

I’m a prince and heir to the throne of Salasia. I’m the most eligible bachelor in Europe.

You’d think any woman would be ecstatic to marry me.

Except for the one woman who I must marry to save my throne. She’d rather give me a poison apple than true love’s kiss.

Now the pair of us must convince the world that our marriage isn’t just a convenient arrangement.

As for me?

I’ll prove to this stubborn princess that happily ever after isn’t just for fairy tales.

The Princess I Hate to Love is the conclusion to The Heir Affair Duet, beginning with book one, The Prince I Love to Hate.

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Meet Iris Morland

A coffee addict and cat lover, Iris Morland writes sparkling, swoon-worthy romances, including the Flower Shop Sisters and the Love Everlasting series.

If she's not reading or writing, she enjoys binging on Netflix shows and cooking something delicious.

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Weekly Wrap Up

Well hello there reader friends!

It's Tuesday!

And I'm posting my weekly wrap up? Yeah, Monday was a day full of writing reviews, reading books, and general household things. So unfortunately this post had to be bumped until today. But that's okay! Life happens.

I'll let you in on a little tidbit of information. I have A LOT of reviews coming to the blog in May and June. Looking at my calendar, I'm actually a bit overwhelmed by what I'm seeing. But no worries, I'm positive that the books I have lined up I will enjoy. (okay there's one that I'm worried about, but we'll save that for a future update.)

Let's talk about my stats for my birthday week. I read:

6 books

1,495 pages

My favorite book of the week was Wild Ride by Kim Loraine. I love the Rykers, and this book did not disappoint. It was a great start to the new Wilde Horse Ranch series, and I cannot wait to see what happens next.

Let's start talking about the books I read last week. If a review has already been posted to my blog, it will be linked in the title. Also, all of the books I read were advanced copies. Some have been released. Some are coming this week. And one is coming later in the month.

Oh and in case you're curious, as I write this blog post I am rocking out to the Made in the AM album by One Direction. I happen to be a fan of all their albums (group and solo works).

1) Devious

by J.M. Stoneback
Rating: 3 Stars

Devious by J.M. Stoneback is a dark (and I do mean dark) mafia romance. J.M. Stoneback says there is no redemption arc for Cayden Vitali, and she was correct. Cayden is who he is, and he'll probably be on your shit list. Roselyn is the daughter of Lex, and she is being forced to marry Cayden in order to pay off her dad's debt. There is a lot that happens in this book, and I cannot even begin to go into detail. What I will tell you is that this is the darkest mafia romance book I've ever read. I'll also go so far to say that I don't want to repeat it. There were just parts that pushed me outside of my comfort zone, and I want to return to the safety of my bubble. Also, at the beginning of the book there are trigger warnings given.

I have heard that this book is being re-edited, so it isn't currently available for purchase, but you can add Devious to your Goodreads if dark mafia romance is your jam. Also, my review is based upon the ARC I had received, so my copy may differ from what is eventually released.

2) Wild Ride

by Kim Loraine
Rating: 4 Stars

Wild Ride by Kim Loraine is the official kick off to the new Wilde Horse Ranch series. This is one of my anticipated reads for May, and I am so happy that I was able to read an advanced copy. Don't get me wrong, I would have waited for release day and immediately abandoned what ever I had been reading. Hey when it's one of your anticipated reads that's just what happens.

Wild Ride is the story of Sera Ryker and Sutton Wilde. It involves a spur of the moment Vegas wedding, and the realization that this shouldn't have happened. Their families are rivals. There is history and a lot of hurt between them.

This book was so good. If you are into western/cowboy romances, please pick up Wild Ride when it releases on May 17. I have a feeling you'll really enjoy it. (also, if you haven't read the Ryker Ranch series what are you waiting for?)

3) The Prince I Love to Hate

by Iris Morland
Rating: 4 Stars

The Prince I Love to Hate by Iris Morland just released today! If you are someone who enjoys royal romances with a bit of mystery, then you'll want to read this one. Niamh and Olivier both have tasks they need to complete, but it is going to take them working together to accomplish the job. Now I will say that this book starts a little slow, but as I said in my review that is due to the foundation being laid. Once we get through that, things pick up. As for me, well that was when I was fully involved with the story. I had to know what was going to happen next. There is a big reveal in the book that happens, and it ends on a cliffhanger. The good news is that The Princess I Love to Hate comes out in June, so you won't need to wait too long for the story to be completed.

4) Hate to Love You

by Melissa Schroeder
Rating: 4 Stars

Hate to Love You is the first book in the Fillmore Siblings series (duet) by Melissa Schroeder. This book features a boss falling for his assistant. These two are also frequently butting heads, and it is sort of an hate to lovers situation. I say sort of because to me it isn't fully there. It's more of an annoyance than anything else. Grady knows what will set Sydney off, and he likes to push them often. She in turn doesn't take it from him, and will frequently throw pens at him. All it takes is one night at a club, where Grady sees Sydney dancing with friends, and he starts to realize his attraction to her.

Ultimately I enjoyed the story. I will say that the side characters kind of stole the show for me, and I found myself curious about them.

5) Love to Hate You

by Melissa Schroeder
Rating: 4 Stars

Love to Hate You is the second book in the Fillmore Siblings series (duet) by Melissa Schroeder. I was so excited that I had this one ready to go after finishing Hate to Love You. I could not wait to get started on Nancy and Travis's story! This book is a friends to enemies to lovers story. It is also a workplace romance, and it features the best friends sibling trope. Oof that's a lot. But it's all there. You're going to hate Travis for a good portion of the book. I'm just throwing that out there. It will be up to you to decide if you forgive him at the end. The things he put Nancy through just made me want to knock some sense into him. Ugh.

Absolutely loved this book. The characters, the storyline, the setting, it was all wonderful. I cannot wait to read Quinn's story when it releases later this month!

6) The Offer

by Becca Steele
Rating: 4 Stars

The Offer by Becca Steele is the first book in the London Players series. This little novella will have you wanting more. More of the characters, more of the setting, and more rugby. Oh wait, maybe that's just me. This was my first sports romance featuring rugby, and I want more. Obviously. If fake dating is a trope that you enjoy, then grab this book when it releases later this week. Victoria and Jake are complete opposites, but they are so amazing together. Loved it! Looking forward to returning to this setting when future books release.

The Prince I Love To Hate {a review}

Calling all fans of Royal romance!

The Prince I Love to Hate by Iris Morland is the first book in the Heir Affair duet. I went into this book knowing only what the teaser told me. So I knew we were headed to Ireland, I knew Niamh was going to be searching for her dad, I knew she was going to meet a Prince (Olivier), and I knew it was kind of a forced proximity type romance book.

What I didn't know was that the book was going to start off a bit slow. But really I think that was just the lead in to the story. It was the foundation being laid, and once the tasks were revealed (Niamh finding her dad, Olivier finding an antique clock), that is when the story really became intriguing. From that point on we are on the hunt. Not only that, but Niamh and Olivier were getting to know each other. There was a spark, but they were both too focused on their mission, and hating each other, to really fan that flame.

I'm telling you nothing else about the story, except for the fact that it ends in a cliffhanger.

Like I said above, the book started a bit slow for me, but redemption came. Once I was invested in the characters, and storyline, I had to know what happened next for Niamh and Olivier. I had to know why this clock was so important. I had to know why Niamh's dad has been nonexistent in her life. Plus there had to be something that bound these two journeys together. And there was. Oofta. Things are revealed. Things that shake up everything. And now I find myself wanting it to be June 15 so that I can read The Princess I Love to Hate. I need to know how this all wraps up!

Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts,

If you'd like to read the teaser for The Prince I Love to Hate, please scroll a little bit further. There are also links to connect with Iris Morland, add the book to your Goodreads TBR, and links if you'd like to purchase the book.

This prince?

He’s anything but charming.

I’ve never been the girl who’s dreamt of a prince rescuing me from a fire-breathing dragon before whisking me away to his castle.

So when I fly all the way to Ireland to find my long-lost dad, I have no intention of playing the damsel in distress to some dude.

But the night I encounter—and accidentally wallop upside the head—Prince Olivier of Salasia, my plans are completely upended.

This prince is the opposite of charming, though. After thirty seconds in his presence, I want to feed him to a dragon.

But fate is a fickle b*tch. Before I know it, I agree to team up with Olivier in the search for my dad.

As I travel across Europe with this actual honest-to-god prince, I wonder, what’s the worst that could happen?

It’s not like I’ll be stupid enough to fall in love with Prince Charming.

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