Good Spirits(Ghosted,#1)

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 4.5★  

 

He’s the Ghost of Christmas Past. She’s not exactly Scrooge.

 
Ghost of Christmas Past Nolan Callahan intends to spend this holiday haunting like every other—get in, get out, return to his otherwise aimless existence as a ghost awaiting the afterlife. But when he’s faced with Harriet York, the sweetest assignment he’s ever had, he suddenly finds himself wishing for a future. 

Harriet York has no idea why she’s being haunted. She’s a good person—or, at least, she tries to be. A people pleaser to her core, she always does what’s expected of her. But as she and Nolan begin to examine her past, they discover there are threads that bind them together— and realize there might be more to moving on than expected. 

With the deadline of Christmas Eve fast approaching, will they find the key to their futures in each other’s pasts? Or will they stay firmly in the present, indulging in their unexpected, spirited connection?

 🌷

 
A magical holiday romance. 

I can see why so many people are talking about this book. It had almost everything I love about holiday stories: friendship, love, and humor. I didn’t know what to expect when I started reading, mainly because Good Spirits was my first book by B.K. Borison, but she has been on my to-be-read list for a while. However, the summary drew me in, and the cover of the book, and I couldn’t help but be curious about what was going to happen with Nolan and Harriet. I was curious about why Harriet was being haunted and what she could have done to get haunted by the ghost. I was curious to see what we would find out about Harriet. 

I loved the connection between Nolan and Harriet. I liked the way that the author took time to develop their relationship. Every time they traveled to the past, I couldn’t help but wonder which memory they would end up visiting next. As they visited more memories, I noticed that this was when the connection between Nolan and Harriet deepened. I couldn’t help but wonder what would happen. Still, I also worried about what would happen when Nolan’s assignment was completed. 

I also enjoyed reading about the side characters in this story, except for a few that I won’t mention, as I don’t want to spoil anything. I liked the way that the author described everything, including the characters’ emotions. I couldn’t put this book down at times, and now that I have read a book by B.K. Borison, I look forward to checking out her others.

Merry Little Kissmas(Evergreen Falls,#2)

 

 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 4.5★ 

 

Wanted: A fresh shot at love for the holidays. But fake dating my brother’s grumpy best friend? He’s my new client, for Santa’s sake!

 
As a professional matchmaker, my biggest job this holiday season should be simple: find a date for the sexy single dad hockey player—aka my brother’s best friend—for his team’s fancy Christmas Eve gala.
Sure Rowan’s hot as a crackling fire and spicier than a gingerbread man, but he hasn’t just sworn off romance. The Christmas hater has made a bet that I can’t find him a holidate. 

What’s a matchmaker to do? 

Win, of course. Even if it means fake dating the grinch myself to get him ready for the real thing.
Only…these fake dates at Christmas tree farms and hot cocoa competitions in the snowy small town of Evergreen Falls start to feel a little too real as I get to know the man behind the scowl. Somewhere between kisses under the mistletoe and a snowed-in night in his cabin curled up by the fire (where the stockings aren’t the only thing hung), I realize I’m in over my elf-loving head.
And when Rowan opens up to me at last about his painful past, I’m determined to give my brother’s best friend the holiday he deserves. 

But what if the only gift I want him to unwrap this season is… me? 

 

 🌷

 
I adored this book; it’s one of those stories that will get you in the mood for holidays. The moment that I finished this book; I wanted to pick up another holiday-themed book. From the moment Rowan and Isla met, I felt the tension between the two of them, even if Isla tried to deny it. I understood why she tried to deny it, but at the same time, I was waiting for her to come to her senses, and see what was in front of her. At one point I had trouble putting this book down because I wanted to see what was going to happen between the two of them next. 

I loved Rowan’s daughter, Mia; besides Isla, she was my favorite character. I loved how energetic and positive she was, despite what happened in the past. I also loved the relationship between Isla and Mia, as well as how the two of them bonded. Another reason I hoped that Isla would stop denying her feelings for Rowan. I was rooting for the two of them right from the start. I was also hoping that Isla would be able to change Rowan’s feelings towards Christmas. 

I started reading Merry Little Kissmas for my friend’s book club that I’m in, and I am so glad that I did. Merry Little Kissmas was the first book I read by Lauren Blakley, and I’m eager to explore her other works. When I started reading the book, I didn’t realize it was the second in a series, but based on what I read, it can be read as a standalone. I enjoyed the banter between Rowan and Isla, and there were a few that had me rolling my eyes. I think that the humor made the book even more captivating. I look forward to seeing what the author has in store for us next!

Tough Luck.

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️

3.5★  

Thank you to publisher, St Martin's Press for providing with E ARC via Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.  

After their mother dies, Haidie Richards and her younger brother, Boots, are put to work in an orphanage. Their father left four years earlier to find a gold mine in Colorado Territory, and since then he’s sent only three letters. Still, Haidie is certain that he is alive, has struck gold, and will soon send for them. 

But patience is not one of Haidie’s virtues and soon she and her brother make a break for it. Boots and Haidie, disguised as a boy, embark on a dangerous journey deep into Western territory. Along the way, Haidie learns fast not only how to handle mules, oxen, and greedy men, but also that you are better off in a community. Hers includes a card shark, independent “spinster” sisters, and a very fierce dog. 

Once she arrives in Colorado and finds out the truth about her father, Haidie will need all her new friends for a get-even plot worthy of The Sting.

 

 🌷

 
I love western historical fiction. I think it’s the Western setting that I love. I have read and seen a few Western movies and enjoyed them. When I came across Tough Luck and read the description, I knew I had to check this book out; it sounded just like the types of books I like. I loved the way Sandra Dallas described the travels of Haidie and her brother, Boots; I found myself going on adventures alongside the siblings. I can hardly begin to imagine having to go through what the siblings did, especially at their age. As time passed, I began to wonder if the two of them would ever find their father. I was worried that if they did, it wouldn’t be the reunion that they were hoping for. 

Although I enjoyed the story, I did feel that it was at a slower pace and dragged in some parts. I thought that the chapters shouldn’t have been; if they were, they could have been broken up into more chapters. In general, there was a lot of interesting stuff happening in the story that kept my attention. I also felt that the characters could have had more character development; I didn’t connect to them the way that I usually do when reading. However, the one character I liked and found myself connecting with was Haidie; she was the one character that I loved from the start and was rooting for throughout. I liked the way that all the characters stick with each other through the journey; looking out for one another. 

I could tell the amount of research that Sandra Dallas did for this book. This was my first book by Sandra Dallas and I cannot wait to check out her others. Tough Luck is the book that is worth checking out!

Bourbon And Blizzards At Snow Ranch(Meet Cute,#3)

 

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to the author,Persis Lassiter for e ARC, in exchange for an honest review. 

 

Savannah Lane had one never go back to Aspen Falls . The Colorado mountain town held too many memories—chief among them Levi McAllister, the boy who promised her forever and then shattered her heart under the Christmas lights. But when her grandmother leaves her half of Snow Ranch, Savannah has no choice but to swap her New York City skyline for snow-capped mountains, stilettos sinking into the drifts, and one wiggly dachshund puppy named Pretzel who refuses to behave. 

Levi never left. He stayed. He built Snow Ranch’s bourbon brand from scratch, pouring every ounce of himself into the family legacy. And now Savannah—the one who ran off without looking back—shows up holding half the ranch in her manicured hands. She’s back in town, back in his life, and back under his skin. 

Then the blizzard hits. 

Snowed in at the ranch with the bourbon warehouse in shambles, Savannah and Levi are forced to team up to keep the brand alive. Days blur into nights of bourbon tastings, barrel-room bickering, and stolen glances that feel far too dangerous. 

She thinks he’s stubborn. He thinks she’s spoiled. Pretzel thinks they’re both ridiculous. 

But in the middle of snowdrifts, small-town gossip, and sparks they can’t ignore, Savannah and Levi will have to decide if love deserves a second chance—or if the past is better left buried under the snow.

 

 🌷

I shouldn’t be surprised, considering that I have read all of Persis’s books and loved every single one of them. Once again, I was captivated not just by the story but by the characters. Persis has a way of creating characters that flow with the story, and you cannot help but fall in love with them. I didn’t want to reach the end because I didn’t want the story to come to an end. Even though it has been a few days since I finished the book, I still cannot get it out of my mind, and I am even telling my friends to check it out once it’s released. I loved the dialogue in this story, along with all the descriptions, which had me visualizing myself in Aspen Falls, along with Savannah and Levi. Persis has one of best dialogue and descriptions in her books. 

Of course, I appreciated that the book included recipes. It put me in the mood for cooking and baking while reading this book. I plan to try out some of the recipes from the book in the future. Bourbon and Blizzards at Snow Ranch gave me a holiday Hallmark movie vibe, and I feel that this would be the perfect movie! If I hadn’t started this book right before Thanksgiving, I probably would have finished it in one day. I adored the story and the relationship between Levi and Savannah, for whom I was rooting from the beginning. I liked the humor between Savannah and Levi which at times had me laughing out loud. 

I like spicy romance books, but I appreciated that this one wasn't. Once in a while, I love reading just a romance story, and Bourbon and Blizzards at Snow Ranch was the holiday romance that I was looking for. I'd like to continue talking about it, but I don't want to reveal too much, so you'll have to check it out for yourself! I'm eager for Persis's next book!

The Big Dink(Smash Point Social Club,#1)

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 Thank you to BookSirens for eARC, in exchange for an honest review.

Alecia Monroe is bubbly, competitive, and has a flair for big ideas. Garrett, her charming, sporty office crush, loves three things. Spreadsheets, Pilot Precise V5 pens, and pickleball. So when the cute blond in the office next to his suggests a weekly company pickleball night, Alecia does what any rational woman would do. 

She lies about knowing how to play. 

A few private lessons should be enough to bluff her way through. How hard can it be? But when Calder (grumpy, sarcastic, and infuriatingly hot) steps in as her instructor, she doesn't think this bid is worth it. Until she discovers he's friends with Garrett...and if she wants to land her workplace hearthrob, she might need some insider information. 

But somewhere between the trash talk, late-night rallies, and moments Calder actually lets his guard down, Alecia stops thinking about Garrett and starts noticing the one man she swore she couldn’t stand. 

Right as Garrett starts paying attention… 

 🌷

 
I love sports romance; there is something about those books that I can’t seem to get enough of. What I liked about The Big Dink is that it was different from the other sports romance books that I have read. There aren’t many sports books that you come across that are about pickleball. I have heard of it, but I didn’t know much about it. I felt that I knew more about it after reading the book, which made me want to read more books about this sport. 

There was tension between Alecia and Calder from the moment that the two of them met. Still, based on how the two of them acted around each other, there was also a connection between the two of them. I was eager to find out what was going to happen between the two of them next. I can’t help but wonder what happened with them after that last page. I felt like the story wasn’t complete, and I was hoping maybe there would be more in the next book. I wish the book were slightly longer than it is. I couldn’t get enough of Alecia and Calder’s story, and the humor in the book made it even more interesting to read. 

I loved Alecia’s best friend, Sam, and cannot wait for her story! I would highly recommend this book to any sports romance fans.

A Love Like Christmas Time (Wayward Hollow,#2)

 

 

 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

Thank you to the author,Hailey Frost for eARC, in exchange for an honest review.

When I moved to Wayward Hollow, I promised myself three things:

 
1. Drink entirely too much coffee. 

2. Romanticize the hell out of life. 

3. Let myself finally belong somewhere. 

 
Enter Caleb - Wayward Hollow’s grumpy café owner who treats anything festive like it’s a contagious disease. Unfortunately for him, he let me strong-arm him into running a gingerbread booth with me for the Christmas Market. 

He’s stubborn, sarcastic, hot…and the more time we spend together, the more glimpses I catch of the man hiding beneath his gruff exterior. Turns out, grumpy comes with a side of sweet.
But just as things start to feel merry and bright, old memories show up on our doorsteps, and turn whatever is happening between us more complicated than building a gingerbread house without icing. 

And yet, somehow, I can’t help but wonder… What if the town grump is the Christmas wish I didn’t even know I had?

 

 🌷

 
I love Wayward Hollow! It’s the type of town that I would love to live in. When I lived in Arizona, I lived in a small town, and I loved it. What I loved about Wayward Hollow was the sense of community, where others genuinely looked out for one another. I was tempted to re-watch Gilmore Girls while reading the book. I was excited for the chance to return to Wayward Hollow and to read Lauren’s story. I have loved Lauren since the first book, mostly her friendship with Nic. She reminded me so much of the friendship between my long-time best friend, Mariah, and me. Everyone needs a friend like that. 

A Love Like Christmas Time is a type of holiday story that I adore. It’s cozy, festive, funny, emotional, and romantic. The way Hailey portrayed the story blended so well. It definitely got me into the holiday spirit. It got to the point where I had put a limit on how much to read; otherwise, I would never get any studying done. It was so magical. I loved the friendship between Lauren, Caleb, Nic, Henry, and Keiran. Their friendship reminded me so much of the TV show Friends. I loved the way they were there for one another. Of course, you couldn’t help but love animals; it had me smiling every time. 

I loved the way that Hailey developed the relationship between Caleb and Lauren. I laughed at their banter and sometimes found myself shaking my head as I read. There were several scenes between the two of them that had me smiling and thinking about it afterwards. I loved A Love Like Pumpkin Spice, but I loved A Love Like Christmas Time even more. Part of me wanted to see how it would end for Lauren and Caleb, but another part of me didn’t want to be the end of their story. I still smile every time I think or talk about this book. I am excited to see what’s next for Wayward Hollow!

You Can't Hurry Love(Clairsville,#2)

 

 

 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to Rattle The Stars PR for giving me opportunity to be part of street team! Also, thank you to the author,Nicole Mikell for e-arc in exchange for honest review

 

 

 RELEASE DATE: DECEMBER 2,2025

 

 

If there’s one thing Ivy has learned through the years, it’s that love is never simple. 

 
Ivy Penny’s new bridal shop is in desperate need of a serious makeover—much like her dating life. With a love life that has shown more red flags than red roses in the past, Ivy has completely given up on relationships. 

So nothing drives her more insane than when she meets Donovan Anderson—a grumpy but beautiful man that has the skills to fix up Vera Bridal but not to communicate. 

Ivy finds herself trapped in his intense allure with no end in sight, and seeing him at the bridal shop every day isn’t helping. 

Naturally here comes Lee Taylor, a charming and handsome coffee shop owner with a golden disposition that can bring a smile to Ivy’s face without even trying, which confuses her even more. 

Between renovations, her feelings, and trying to get ready for her best friend’s wedding, everything is quickly growing to be too complicated. 

Now with her life in chaos, she has to figure out if love is actually in the cards for her.

 

 🌷

 
Nicole Mikell did it again! I was intrigued by Ivy from the moment that she made an appearance in the first book, Baby, It’s You . I wanted to hear her story, so I was very excited to get an opportunity to read You Can’t Hurry Love. This book captivated me from the first page to the last. Even as I reached the last page, I wanted more. There is something about love triangles, I had always enjoyed reading about them, I think it’s mostly the curiosity of which one the main character will choose. I enjoyed the way that Nicole crafted the story and the relationships between Ivy, Donovan and Lee. 

I loved the first book, but I loved You Can’t Hurry Love even more. There is something about Ivy that you couldn’t help but love. Of course, I couldn’t help but wonder who she would choose. This is one of those books where it is impossible to choose because you like both guys. I loved both Lee and Donovan. Nicole did a fantastic job portraying each of the characters’ emotions, especially Ivy. I could feel every single emotion that Ivy did. 

I loved that each chapter title was a playlist, which I listened to while I was reading the chapter. I loved the character development in this book, especially for Ivy and Donovan. There were a few secondary characters in this book, such as Ezra and Summer, that I loved. I would love a book about Summer or Ezra. I loved the humor in this book; there were a few scenes that had me laughing out loud. In general, I loved this book, and I continue to think about it. I can’t wait to see what’s next—highly recommended.

The Holiday Grump(Hideaway Harbor,#6)

 

 

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

Thank you to the author,Enni Amanda for  E ARC, in exchange for an honest review.  

Hideaway Harbor was supposed to be a quick detour—one cozy Christmas job, then I’d be back on the cruise ship, far from my powerful ex and the mess I left behind.
But thanks to a tiny mix-up, my “accommodation” is a storage room with a creaky daybed and no plumbing. 

Enter my neighbor a broody bookstore owner with a decent bathroom and the social skills of a cactus. 

He’s everything I shouldn’t want—grumpy, reclusive, and allergic to holiday cheer. Yet he keeps showing up for me. Saving me. Heating up the sauna... 

And suddenly, we’re tangled in something neither of us is ready for. 

We’re just friends. With excellent benefits. Until the lines blur. 

I should keep running, but this small town is starting to feel like home. 

And Fredrik... he might be the reason I finally stay. 

 

 🌷

 
What a heartwarming story! 

I feel like I shouldn’t be surprised. Each of the stories in Hideaway Harbor holds a special place in my heart now. However, there was something about Fredrik and Noelle; something special, and I found myself turning the pages late into the night. I adored the way that the two of them had connected. I could tell just the way the two of them interacted and the way Fredrik cared for Noelle that the two of them had something special. I think that both need each other. Fredrik and Noelle were one of my favorite couples from the series, and I was rooting for them from the start. 

I liked Noelle from the start; I appreciated how upbeat she was despite her struggles. I liked the bond she established with Fredrik’s niece, and in general, Noelle’s characteristics make it impossible not to love her. Noelle is type of character that I can imagine being friends with. I finished it last night and I still cannot get the story, and the characters out of my mind. I liked that you didn’t just connect with the main characters but the secondary characters as well, like Fredrik’s sister, Felicity, Jackson, Grace. It made me wish that there was a book for each of them. 

I am so grateful for the chance to explore Hideaway Harbor and to read Fredrik’s and Noelle’s story. I hope that, in the future, all the characters can interconnect. I feel like it will make a great story. . The Holiday Grump was the first book that I read by Enni Amanda, and I cannot wait to read the others. This is a love story that will capture your heart.

Don't Think(Lyrics From The Heart,#1)

 

 

 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

 

ALLIE:
I was supposed to be relaxing. After a messy breakup and years of putting myself last, a girls’ trip to Boston with no kids, no expectations, and a chance to finally see my favorite band in concert was exactly what I needed. But then I crashed my grocery cart into him—Jax Owens, lead singer of the band that’s been on repeat for as long as I can remember. Now I’m panicking, babbling, and trying not to melt into the linoleum while he looks at me as if I’m not just a walking disaster. He’s charming, kind, and way too good to be true. But even if he is interested, I’m not the kind of woman rock stars fall for… am I? 

 
JAX:
I came to Boston for business, not to fall for a gorgeous woman who smells like roses, radiates chaos, and is clearly carrying more than a few suitcases full of baggage. My life has been a mess with a recent divorce, loss, and so much regret that I haven’t felt like myself in a long time. But then Allie shows up and suddenly things feel... possible again. But I live on the road while she’s trying to put down roots. My life, my band, my home—everything is back in Cardiff. We’re only here to finish a deal, go on tour and get back home. But the more time I spend with her, the harder it is to walk away. And now I’m starting to wonder: what if the right thing isn’t in the plan at all?

 🌷

 
It didn’t take me long to fall in love with this story and the characters. Within the first few pages, I was hooked and had to force myself to put this book down. If it weren’t for school, I would have spent all day reading this book. There were many aspects of this book that I loved. Still, I especially loved the relationship between Allie and Jax and the way it developed throughout the story. Every interaction between Allie and Jax had me wondering what would happen between the two of them next. 

I loved the dual perspective between Allie and Jax, which gave the reader a chance to connect with each character more deeply. I loved the way Olivia portrayed each character's emotions; I could feel every single one of them while reading. I think that meeting Jax is what Allie needed, what both needed. I am curious to see what will happen to them next. One of the things that I love about this book is that you can connect with most of the characters. I loved most of them, except for a couple, and I have mixed feelings about Nora. 

Don’t Think is not a story that you will forget. I found myself thinking about it and telling my friends about it a few days after I finished this book. I was ready for the second book from the moment that I turned the last page—one of my favorite reads of the year, highly recommended. I cannot wait for Louder Than Words!

The Holiday Clause(Hideway Harbor,#5)

 

 

   ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to the author,Lydia Michaels for  E ARC, in exchange for an honest review.  

Three billionaire brothers. One ultimatum. And a childhood best friend who just became the prize.

 
The Christmas rush began the moment Magnus Hawthorne informed his sons that his billion-dollar empire would come with one hell of a holiday clause—whoever marries first inherits everything.
Too bad they all want the same woman. 

Wren Wilde, Hideaway Harbor’s unintentional cat lady, is sick of bossy Hawthorne men controlling her non-existent love life. After years of their territorial interference, she’s finally going after what she wants. But Greyson, Soren, and Logan have other plans—one of them must marry, and all three brothers want Wren. 

With no clue how her boring life turned into a billion-dollar competition, Wren refuses to play along. But when three alpha males turn on the holiday charm and refuse to take no for an answer, her defenses crumble. 

Wren must decide which brother wins, and this Christmas, her choice comes down to love.

 

 🌷

 
Every book that takes place in Hideaway Harbor has me falling in love with Hideaway Harbor even more. It’s such a magical place; the one that I wish I could escape to. This one tells a story of Wren and the Hawthorne brothers. At first, I didn’t know what to make of the brothers and the reason they pursued Wren. If it were me, I would run far away. I understand the reason why they did it, but at the same time, I couldn’t believe that they would even consider it, considering that they had known Wren since they were kids. Sometimes I wondered how Wren put up with them for as long as she had, considering how they acted sometimes. 

I liked the way the relationships developed in this book, not only between the main characters but also among the side characters in the story. Almost every page in the book had me wondering what would happen next. I couldn’t help but wonder which of the brothers Wren would choose, if she were to choose any of them. I did notice that she had a connection with one of the brothers more than the others. I liked the brothers, some more than others, but I wasn’t always fond of how protective they were. Sometimes I felt that they went too far. The Holiday Clause took me a few pages to get into the story, but once I did, I knew that I was going to have trouble putting this book down. 

The Holiday Clause was the first book that I have read by Lydia Michaels, and now that I have, I cannot wait to check out her others. I hope there will be another book in the future about the other Hawthorne brothers. I am curious to see what might be in store for them—highly recommended holiday romance.