Captivated by Dominik (The Ralston Brothers)
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When beast master Dominik Ralston agrees to pose as Sienna Heathwood’s husband for a government...
Post Apocalyptic Science Fiction Romance
Rhythm and Design (Rhythm and Design series #1)
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A soulful architect. A gospel-rooted musician. A love built to last. Rhythm & Design: A Platinum...
Adult Contemporary Romance
Merissa (14003 KP) rated Spirit Out of Balance (The Guardians #5) in Books
Mar 3, 2026
Let me explain...
I've read books one and four in this series, and both of them could be read as standalones, BUT for this story, I just felt as though I had missed something about Mathias and his arm. Maybe it's because I haven't read this series recently? I'm unsure. Anyway, moving on to the rest of the review.
Out of the two main characters, Lex was my favourite. She is a strong character who does the best with what she's got. Her brother is a douche, and I really wish I could have met her father. I loved reading about the dances Lex did and her passion for them. Lex and Mathias may not have met in the best of circumstances, but the connection between them is undeniable - until Mathias decides he knows best!
This was a great addition to the series, and I really hope we get Eamon's story at some point. I thoroughly enjoyed it and have no hesitation in recommending it. I just wish I could have connected with Mathias and his story a little more.
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Merissa
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Feb 27, 2026
Smith's Corner: Faith & Fox (The Heartwood Series #4)
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She’s haunted by her history, but he’s the warm embrace she craves. Can they weather the storm...
Contemporary Romance Erotic
Lyndsey Gollogly (2893 KP) rated King of Khoth ( Dark Warrior Alliance book 12) in Books
Mar 23, 2023
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King of Khoth ( Dark Warrior Alliance book 12)
By Brenda Trim and Tami Julka
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Dragon shifter, Angus Callanach, is returning to his home realm after one of the Vampire Princes reopens the portal to Khoth. Having spent two hundred years as the majordomo at Zeum, he is ready to once again take up his mantle as the king of the Cuelebre. Life seems sublime when his millennia long search for the love of his life, Keira ends. That is, until he discovers she has no recollection of him or their relationship and she is firmly in the clutches of his archenemy, Cyril, the Unseelie King. Keira wakes up in a strange cave, clueless about her identity and the world around her. Everything she is told comes into question the moment Angus crashes into her life. Kidnapped for the second time, she is taken to Khoth and discovers she is a powerful sea dragon princess with intimate ties to the Cuelebre. Overwhelmed by it all, she swears off relationships so she can focus on regaining her identity, but the passion that ignites between her and Angus is hotter than the fire he breathes.
Absolutely one of my favourite stories so far! I love the dragon shifters I love Angus and Mack in this was her brilliant funny self. It was such a feel good instalment to a series I have grown to love. It also sets us nicely up for Brhics story.
A Deal with the Elf King (Married to Magic, #1)
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The elves come for two things: war and wives. In both cases, they come for death. Three-thousand...
Shot Across the Bow (Deep Six #5)
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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Julie Ann Walker delivers perfect pulse-pounding...
Contemporary Romantic Suspense
Twilight Heist (Outlaws #2)
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Heist rule number two? Never fall for a lone wolf. A blast from Tuck’s circus past draws Tuck...
MM Romantic Suspense
Skull's Vengeance (Curse of Clansmen and Kings #4)
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A Celtic warrior queen must do the impossible—defeat her sorcerer half-brother and claim the...
Historical Fantasy Ancient Rome Ancient Britannia
Charlotte is a continuation of Charlotte Lucas’ story after we leave her in Pride and Prejudice. She marries Mr Collins, and whilst we may remember him as something of a buffoon, he is quite different here. He still waxes lyrical about Lady de Bourgh - she does pay the bills after all - but he seems to be a good, loving father, and a decent husband.
There’s some really good insight into a lot of these characters from the original book: Lady de Bourgh, Anne de Bourgh (who becomes friends with Charlotte), Mr Collins, Lizzy and Charlotte herself. All were richly described, and it felt good to be back with them.
What really surprised me was Charlottes inner life: the passion, her heartache, how capable she was as the manager of a house and its servants.
And there was quite a surprising turn of events that I’ll say nothing of, but it was quite exciting and lovely.
I’m glad I’ve read this book at last. If you’re an Austen reader/ fan, I think you’d be interested in this. It’s probably a bit more risqué than Austen would have written at the time, but it’s certainly in the same vein.
Recommended.