Musings of a Romance Author
A Court of Thorns and Roses Book 4 I was in two minds when I started this book. My experience with the others in this series was mixed at best. However, I so wanted to read Nesta’s and Cassian’s story. Despite being horrible to everyone, I had a soft spot for Nesta, and Cassian, well, … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “A Court of Silver Flames” by Sarah J Maas
Harris Brothers Book 1 Am I the only person freaked out by the opening chapter? Here we have a professional footballer (the soccer kind of football) whose pre-match ritual is self-service pleasure in the shower while he daydreams about himself scoring a goal. This made me squirm so much, and not in a good way. … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Challenge” by Amy Daws
Ice Planet Barbarians Book 2 I fancied some more mindless escapism and this series is perfect for that. Raahosh - poor, grumpy Raahosh. He’s lonely and longs for a mate. Raahosh avoids the rest of the tribe when can, but believes finding his mate will give him what he’s always wanted - a family. Raahosh has … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Barbarian Alien” by Ruby Dixon
The Knight Miscellany Book 1 Trigger warnings: On page rape Recurring memories of rape The Knight Miscellany was one of the first historical romance series I read... erm... about 20 years ago. I have finally managed to buy all seven books, and with the covers, I remembered. The Duke was not my favourite of the … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “The Duke” by Gaelen Foley
A Court of Thorns and Roses Book 3.1 I think devoted fans of this series will enjoy this book as much as the others. Those who aren't may find it a little dull and pointless. I’m afraid I’m in the latter category. I read this novella, one, because I bought it as part of a … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “A Court of Frost and Starlight” by Sarah J Maas
Great Scots Book 1 This was a new to me author, but I doubt I’ll read any more. First, I disliked the jumpy plot. There were lots of wide-open gaps that had me wondering why the story jumped from A to B and what happened in between. Second, it’s let down by lots of spelling … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Easy” by Donna Alam
The Bargainer Series Book 1 This book combines elements of the real world running alongside a world of mythical beings who live amongst humans and have magical powers. I suppose urban fantasy would cover it. This means there’s plenty of world-building alongside the familiar, but it’s not dumped on the reader. Instead, we have a … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Rhapsodic” by Laura Thalassa
Maiden Lane Book 7 I’ve spent quite a bit of time trying to think about what to write in this review. The thing is, this book was not bad, but it didn’t make me feel a great deal either. The characters didn’t draw me in even though Apollo, a convicted murderer on the run following … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: ”Darling Beast” by Elizabeth Hoyt
Ice Planet Barbarians Book 1 Trigger warnings:- Abduction- Imprisonment- Rape (secondary character) Who would have thought a romance featuring blue aliens would be so compelling? I gave this a try because it was highly recommended in an FB group and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. I need something light and … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Ice Planet Barbarians” by Ruby Dixon
Rules of the Rogue Book 2 Yes, it's June, but I did read this last Christmas. I'm six months behind posting my reviews. I don’t normally do Christmas books at Christmas (yeah, I’m weird), but I thought this might help me feel more festive. Plus, as a Brit, I’ve been longing to read a Regency … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Merry Christmas, My Viscount” by Emily Windsor