Musings of a Romance Author
The Four Horseman Book 1 Let me start by saying that if you have a serious intolerance of cases of Stockholm Syndrome then don’t even try this book. I wasn’t sure how much I’d enjoy a story about a woman who is taken captive by, and falls for, the first horseman of the apocalypse who … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Pestilence” by Laura Thalassa
In the UK it’s Women’s History Month, and I wanted to write a detailed article about unconventional ninteenth-century women. Before I knew it, the last week of March was upon me, and I’d done nothing. So, I feel I need to salvage something for the last day. My former work colleagues bought me a useful … Continue reading Unconventional Nineteenth-Century Women
Waylon University Book 2 I’m afraid this is a very short review, even for me, because the story doesn’t stand out. While the heat and steam levels are nice, there’s nothing else that gets the pulse going. Ryder Voss is the college football quarterback. He’s one of the guys. They like to have fun, place … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “I Bet You” by Ilsa Madden-Mills
It feels like it’s been ages since I did a personal post. There have been lots of changes for me over the last few months, so I thought it was about time for an update. The main change is I quit my day job. I could no longer manage the stress and pressure of working … Continue reading I’m Out of the Closet!
A Court of Thorns and Roses Book 2 After freeing the Prythian courts from evil ruler Amarantha, the now immortal Feyre and Tamlin are back in the Spring Court. We are dumped with a load of backstory to fill in the gap between the end of the last book and this one, which I would … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “A Court of Mist and Fury” by Sarah J Maas
The Quicksilver Series Book 3 Warnings: Sexual assault Forced abortion The opening chapters are filled with more flashbacks mixed with real-time. The author loves this device to tell the story of Eric and Jane’s first meetings and early relationship, where Jane is running scared and continually trying to push Eric away. I moaned about the … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “The Love Trap” by Nicole French
Married to Magic Book 1 This is an intriguing fantasy premise that features some familiar elements from the real world, mixed with magic and fantastical animals. It’s a slow-burn romance, but there’s plenty of curiosity inspired in the opening chapters to spark the reader’s interest. Luella is the town healer, her magic has been hidden … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “A Deal with the Elf King” by Elise Kova
I know it’s been a long time since I promised a post on Dr James Barry, the surgeon who rose through the ranks of the British Army and was renowned for their passionate dedication to public health reforms. Anyway, because it’s LGBTQ+ history month in the UK, I thought now was the time to make … Continue reading Dr James Barry – Trans man or ambitious trickster?
Maddox Brothers Book 1 After the angst and turmoil that was Abby and Travis, we move on to the rest of the Maddox brothers. First up is Trenton Maddox, a tattoo artist who dropped out of college following the death of his girlfriend in a car accident. He's been crushing on Camille Camlin, who works … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “Beautiful Oblivion” by Jamie McGuire
A Court of Thorns and Roses Book One It took me quite a while to get into this book. It felt like something was missing and I still can’t identify what. There’s lots of short scenes that at first don’t appear to add much to the plot at all. It was all very superficial and … Continue reading Bianca’s Book Review: “A Court of Thorns and Roses” by Sarah J Maas