A Horse Walks into a Bar
David Grossman and Jessica Cohen
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The setting is a comedy club in a small Israeli town. An audience that has come expecting an evening...
Unaccustomed Earth
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Eight stories—longer and more emotionally complex than any Lahiri has yet written—that take us...
India immigrants short stories
The Vexations
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Erik Satie begins life with every possible advantage. But after the dual blows of his mother's early...
Merissa (14009 KP) rated Prince of Hollow Desires (The Demon Reflected #2) in Books
May 19, 2026
This was a fantastic read with plenty of wit and humour along the way. You wouldn't think a book that begins with a traitor and an execution would have that, but you'd be wrong. Ixthan and Eric were absolutely made for each other in every way, although they had their own concerns and questions, as you do. They are literally childhood friends-to-lovers, and it definitely worked. I loved how Ixthan was concerned Eric wouldn't love him in all his demonic glory. I also loved how Eric proved him otherwise.
Once I started this story, I couldn't put it down. I was totally engrossed and loved every moment. I can't wait to continue with the series. Highly recommended by me.
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Merissa
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May 19, 2026
ArecRain (8 KP) rated Snow's Submission (A Snow White Werewolf Tale, #2) in Books
Jan 18, 2018
This is supposed to be a Snow White retelling but I really couldnt see it. Regardless, its an erotic fairytale retelling which is right up my alley. Its heavy on the erotica while still having enough plot to push the story forward. Normally I would be aggravated that this story is divided into three parts but I knew that going in and already had the rest of the story so I didnt have to wait for the rest.
I love friends to lovers stories, especially childhood friends. I would like to say I enjoyed the premise to this story but honestly I thought it was stupid. I wish I had better word but there it is. Now you may be saying but you knew that going in! Honestly, I was hoping it was going to be a ménage. I guess it was just wishful thinking, because what I got instead was the age old hey let me ask my male friend how to seduce this other male but wait my friend wants me trope.
As the second in the series, Snows Submission continues with the heat and erotic scenes. However, I found myself disenchanted with Snow. I felt like she could have been a stronger lead and I wasnt happy with how she handled the situation. At the same time, I understand the predicament she was in and furious with those who put her there.
That being said, I wont ruin anything for you.
Walking on Broken Paths
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Desperate to escape the pain of his brother’s death, Jesse Melnik ran—but he couldn’t outrun...
Contemporary MM Romance Childhood Friends to Lovers Hurt / Comfort Opposites Attract
Devon (The Son Series Book 3)
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Devon~ I fell in love with Ireena Monroe, and then she fell in love with my identical twin brother....
African-American African American contemporary romance sports adult
Suswatibasu (1703 KP) rated All Grown Up in Books
Jan 3, 2018 (Updated Jan 3, 2018)
Her life is spread eagled across the pages for the reader to pick over. Each chapter is a snapshot of an episode in her life, whether it is looking back over some of her chaotic childhood years - Dad was a drug user who died too early; Mum, once on her own again, runs bi-monthly dinner parties in the 1990s attended by only men, who of course try and hit on Andrea, a teenager at the time; or whether it is an examination of her relationships with her friends, lovers and acquaintances who pass through her life now.
Andrea also has a brother who in turn has a daughter, only tiny, who was born with a congenital problem and her life expectancy is only around four years. Yet, our self absorbed protagonist does not really visit to offer support because she is so wrapped up in her own world. She simply does not have the mental capacity and resources to give to her brother and little niece.
This is an interesting read, on-point in many ways – it smacks of New York and of lives lived in the city, Freudian Angst, neuroses and all the shtick of metropolitan Manhattan. At times, it did feel a little cliched but may be we all repeat the same patterns?
Fate in Suspension (Horn & Haven #1)
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Quiet. That's how he likes life, no drama to clean up... Tai Xen-Vorsy leads a straightforward...
Adult Fantasy LGBTQIA+ Paranormal Romance
John le Carre: The Biography
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Over half a century since The Spy Who came in from the Cold made John le Carre a worldwide,...