Made the Grade: Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons by Trinity Blacio

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"Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons" [Stepbrothers Series, Book 1] by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)

Author's Book Description : Holly Brewner knew she had a problem with Christmas Eve, but she thought her way of celebrating was better anyway. Twelve days of gifts and on Christmas Day, the big one. Her father and she had celebrated every year like this, but this year was going to be different.

This year she had a new stepmom and two stepbrothers, who happened to be dragons, and that changed all her plans.

Upon their arrival, her house burned down, she was shot at, and now she was staying in a cave for two days as if that were normal. On top of that, her two stepbrothers, Darius and Malcolm Longfellow, were claiming they were her mates and that they were going to marry her on Christmas Eve.

My Book Review : 3 out of 5 stars, Christmas is Holly’s favorite time of year but she just learned her family has gotten a little bit fuller after she reads her father’s letter informing her of his sudden marriage and her new stepbrothers. However, she’s not going to let that throw her off, even after she learns that her latest advertising clients are her stepbrothers and they are in town to find out more about her. Therefore, she finds a way to retaliate Christmas-style. Only it all seems to backfire on her once she realizes they are dragon-shifters and she is actually their mate. Will she be able to handle all the upcoming life changes coming her way or will it all be too much?

I have read most of Ms. Blacio’s Stepbrothers Series and I have to say this one surprised me with its setup. Loaded with the Christmas-y spirit (surprising after Holly’s past comes out) and a new play on the “12 Days of Christmas” revenge style, I found this novel very entertaining and enjoyed learning about Holly, Darius, and Malcolm. Nevertheless, I found their relationship a bit forced and the beginning on the slower paced side, which made it hard for me to get into it, as I would have liked. Even so, it was Holly’s feistiness and how her men win her over that hooked me into this novel.

I recommend it to those looking for a paranormal romance that has a little erotic fun included that will get you into the holiday spirit too!

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My Previous Review(s) for this Author : The Virgin Witch and The Vampire King: Weddings Bells Times Four | Her Stepbrothers’ Demands | Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Her Stepbrothers Are Demons | Her Stepbrothers Are Angels

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015 | Second Sentence Saturday: Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2016


Author's Novel Extras : Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons - Overview & Excerpt


Book Teaser(s) :

"'On the fifth day of Christmas, there is supposed to be five golden rings, but I'll be damned if I buy you two five rings, but...'" Malcolm turned over the paper and there was nothing on the other side.
Darius stared at the box on the bed. "I hate to say it, but I'm afraid to touch the thing. What the hell is that smell?" he growled and slowly started to open the box, this time wishing he hadn't. "She send us shit!"
"Looks like five little balls." Malcolm groaned. "I'm with you, we should beat her butt." They stared at the sixth box as if it had grown a head. ~ within Chapter 1

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Disappointmentville: Her Stepbrothers Are Angels by Trinity Blacio

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"Her Stepbrothers Are Angels" [Stepbrothers Series, Book 6] by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)

Author's Book Description : Dixie Squire is half demon on her mother’s side and has an embarrassing gift that she can’t reveal to her father. Who wants to tell their daddy that she needs to have sex every week in order to survive? Talk about a complex.

But that isn’t’ the worst part. It seems her father has just taken an angel for a mate—not just any angel, but one that used to hunt down and destroy demons, right alongside with her two very hot new stepbrothers.

Eae and Leo only wanted their mother to be happy, but they never dreamed they’d be tracking down their wayward stepsister. But when they stepped into Dixie’s old apartment, Eae and Leo realized they were not only tracking their stepsister, but their woman, and that they weren’t the only ones after her.

My Book Review : 2.5 out of 5 stars. Dixie is a half-human sex demon who is on the run with her best friend because her father recently married an angel. As angels are typically her enemies, so she is running scared. What she doesn't know is that her new "relatives" don't want to hurt her at all and it'll take her stepbrother mates to prove it to her...

This novel was not as good as I'd hoped. Nevertheless, this fast-paced erotic paranormal romance was quite entertaining in its own way. That is why I still recommend it to those who are fans of Ms. Blacio and/or looking for a quick paranormal Valentine's Day read!

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My Previous Review(s) for this Author : The Virgin Witch and The Vampire King: Weddings Bells Times Four | Her Stepbrothers’ Demands | Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Her Stepbrothers Are Demons

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015 | Second Sentence Saturday: Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2016


Author's Novel Extras : Her Stepbrothers Are Angels - Overview & Excerpt

Book Teaser(s) :

Dixie touched the woman's hand. "Thank you for giving my father hope again. I thought he'd never find someone to love again. If you make him happy, then I'll be happy. By the way, the woman behind your sons is Lilly. She was raised in our home, and she's like a sister to me. You may have noticed she's kind of protective of me." Dixie glanced behind her, and sure enough, there was Lilly holding a shoe.
"But we are going to have to teach her how to use knives," Dixie mumbled. "Lilly, go put the damn shoe back in the locker. I'm fine." ~ within Chapter 3

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Feasted On: Her Stepbrothers Are Demons by Trinity Blacio

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"Her Stepbrothers Are Demons" by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)

Author's Book Description : Alex Cander had her life all planned out – mom married off, check. Police academy graduation (all done in secret) – double check. Assigned to one of the biggest cases in her county – triple check.

Yet Alex knew this smooth ride couldn’t last long.

Sure enough all hell breaks loose, literally, when her stepfather asks her to help his sons get acquainted to their surroundings. Not only were her supposed stepbrothers claiming her as theirs, but it turns out they are demons. On top of this, she learns that her own grandparents weren’t even human?

And that’s no even the half of it!

A being called Darkness has stepped forward claiming her as well. Now she is mated to three demons that not only control her every movement, but also her heart…someone pinch her please.

My Book Review : 4 out of 5 stars! Alexandra (Alex) is used to being the one to look out for her family and friends. But suddenly after her mother remarries, Alex finds her new stepbrothers taking over her life and her hard-earned independence. When their secret comes out and she also learns that another plans to claim her too, will she be able to take it all in stride or will everything finally fall apart?

I LOVED how this "Her Stepbrothers Are..." from Ms. Blacio had such a cohesive beginning, middle, and ending!! It was all endearing, suspenseful, and seductive that I didn't want it to end, while also appreciating how it all was wrapped up! This is definitely my favorite novel from this world thus far!

When it came to Alex and her men, I liked how their stories all intertwine and how their relationship built on itself even though it was rushed. Alex is a strong-willed woman with a soft heart, which makes her the perfect counterpart to Zain (Darkness), Darren, & Tork's restless "demonic" ways. All of the men were great in their own ways. I love reading about charming possessive men, and these three had that in spades! I just wish I could have read from Tork's POV like we could from the other three main characters. *shrug*

I DO recommend this novel to those looking for a fast-paced erotic paranormal (slightly sci-fi) romance!

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My Previous Review(s) for this Author : The Virgin Witch and The Vampire King: Weddings Bells Times Four | Her Stepbrothers’ Demands | Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens

My Previous Mention(s) of this Author's Books/Characters : Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2015 | Second Sentence Saturday: Her Stepbrothers Are Aliens | Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2016

Author's Novel Extras : Her Stepbrothers Are Demons - Overview & Excerpt

Book Teaser(s) :

If she was to tell the truth, Alex loved their touches. The way their fingers brushed down her arms, or when they took her hand and just held it.
She shook her head. "I'm sorry, what did you say?"
Darren grinned, "I asked if you knew what we did, like our jobs?"
"No, and wipe off that grin. I can't help it if the two of you have my body doing the hormonal jig," she grumbled and squirmed as they both stared down at her. ~ within Chapter 2

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Best Book Couples -- Happy Valentine's Day 2016

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY EVERYONE!!
Time to spread the love!! In honor of it being Valentine's Day ... here is a list (in no particular order) of book couples that I thoroughly enjoyed reading about this past year (from February 2015 - January 2016):

♥ means that I gave the couple's novel a 5 star rating
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ALSO -- Be sure to check out the Giveaway at the bottom of this post!! [Giveaway will run from February 14 - 17, 2016]

• Jasmine (Jas) & Sarge [from "Crashed Out" [MADE IN JERSEY Series, Book 1] by Tessa Bailey]: Jasmine might be seven years older than Sarge but that doesn't stop their chemistry from igniting and quickly bringing their relationship into something more than remembered friendship. ♥

• Olivia & Gabriel [from "Royal Heirs Required" [Billionaires and Babies Series & Sherdana Royalty Series, Book 1] by Cat Schield]: I enjoyed how their relationship turned into something neither wanted to let go of, it made it all very charming. I couldn’t get enough!
• Delta & Cooper [from "Texas Mail Order Bride" [Bachelors of Battle Creek Series, Book 1] by Linda Broday]: I liked seeing Cooper & Delta together and watching them deal with their attraction. It was very sweet.
• Edwina (Ed) & Justin (Jus) [from "The Hero" [Hot Aussie Heroes Series, Book 2] by Amy Andrews]: Justin's relationship with Edwina is combustible from the very beginning; and as the novel progresses, it makes you want to root for them even more.

• Allison (Alli) & Nathan (Nate) [from "The Daddy Wish" [Those Engaging Garretts! Series, Book 6] by Brenda Harlen]: I found Allison and Nate to be an engaging couple, enjoyed them being together a lot.
• Randi, Tyler (Ty), & Brian [from "Calling the Play" [Birmingham Rebels Series, Book 2] by Samantha Kane]: They were all quite funny and I adored their playful banter. Together these three make a great team! ♥
• Kira & Arik [from "When An Alpha Purrs" [A Lion’s Pride Series, Book 1] by Eve Langlais]: Together this couple makes a great pair! Able to banter and talk everything out while delightfully riling each other up, with these two “fate” chose well.
• Madison & Scott [from "Madison's Song" by Christine Amsden]: It was hard not to feel that Scott and Madison were meant for one another, I strongly feel that this dynamic duo are a great pair.

• Elizabeth (Lizzie) & Zachariah (Zack) [from "The Amish Mother" [Lancaster Courtships Series, Book 2] by Rebecca Kertz]: From their subtle banter to how they "feel one another out" in learning to trust them to their growing relationship, I cannot praise their connection enough!
• Alex, Cash, & Rusty [from "Theirs" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 11] by Eve Vaughn]: Their novel hits their HEA right out of the ballpark it’s so sweet, erotic, and entertaining! ♥
• Gracie & Jake [from "To Win Her Love" [Players Series, Book 1] by Mackenzie Crowne]: Gracie is a fun character who knows her mind and does anything she needs to protect her love ones. Jake is an “outlaw” who reforms in this novel and reading about him settling down was so sweet! Together they are unstoppable!

• Jane & Garrett (Upton) [from "The Unlikely Lady" [The Playful Brides Series, Book 3] by Valerie Bowman]: They were unknowingly soul mates. I mean with so many similarities it’s hard not to believe they were just meant to be.
• Kansas & Tobias [from "Coming Home" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 9] by N. J. Walters]: Kansas and Tobias are a great match up! Reading about them reunite was very heartening and I could not get enough.
• Sunny & Michael [from "Just the Way You Aren't" by Lynda Simmons]: They are an intriguing couple from their first real meeting at the masquerade to their playful banter with each other to their easy relationship around Sunny's daughter. It all held me spell bound, wanting to read more but also sad to see it end.

• Lauren & Sean [from "Cougar’s First Christmas" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 8] & [Cascade Shifters Series, Book 1.5] by Jessie Donovan]: Both are feisty which made reading about what they go through to protect one another, and their relationship, an enjoyable experience. ♥
• Eliza (Bessie) & William [from "Not Quite Darcy" by Terri Meeker]: They worked well together and it felt like as long as they had one another they could've taken on the world.
• Katie & Joseph (Joey) [from "Dragon Her Feet" [Stratton Series, Book 2] by Celia Kyle & Mina Carter]: They seem different in every conceivable way but their hearts and "inner beasties" can't deny their connection even if for better or worse they want to at times.

• Susan & Jean-Paul (JP/Sir Hywel) [from "My Perfect Mate" [The Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series, Book 10] by Caryn Moya Block]: Together they make one hell of a couple, if only Susan can get over her initial fears that something will go wrong.
• Tory & Simon [from "Taking on Tory" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 2] & [Magic, New Mexico Series, Book 2] by S. E. Smith]: Tory and Simon's whirlwind romance was fun to read, especially as they go about learning each other. ♥
• Ella & Patrick [from "Kiss the Earl" [Geek Girls Series, Book 3] by Gina Lamm]: If you are a fan of Mr. Darcy & Elizabeth Bennett then you will like Patrick & Ella. They both deal with getting over major amounts of pride as their feelings grow for each other.
• Ruth & Deacon [from "Reap & Repent" [The Reaper Series, Book 1] by Lisa Medley]: I liked reading about Ruth and his growing relationship. It was fast-paced, intoxicating, and relentless. Very hard not to root for them!

• Jaycee & Tyler [from "At Ease" by Olivia Brynn]: They are a great couple who’s chemistry off the charts. I have a good feeling about them being together.
• Aubrey & Alaric [from "Alaric’s Perfect Mate" [Saber Chronicles Series, Book 1] by R. E. Butler]: I could not get enough of Alaric and Aubrey! They're one commanding duo.
• Greta & Aedan [from "An Irish Heart" by Jackie Zack]: They were great counterparts to one another! I’m happy I could get to know them and read their story! ♥
• Sarah & Mose [from "The Amish Widow's Secret" by Cheryl Williford]: I really liked how they became a united team before they even really knew one another. Mose and Sarah were a great couple!

• Ginevieve (Gin) & Daniel (Dan) [from "The Dandelion Field" by Kathryn Springer]: Dan & Gin are wonderful counterpoints to each other....Together they are very sweet and I wish I could have read more about them.
• Annika, Sam & Calder [from "Longing for Wolves" [Shifter Country Wolves Series, Book 5] by Roxie Noir]: Sam and Calder are perfect counterparts to one another than when you bring Annika into the mix it was as if she settled them down. I really liked them together.
• Daisy & Fergal [from "Blood and Metal" [Dark Desires Series, Book 5] by Nina Croft]: Their relationship has such an intensity that you get hooked from the very beginning when she tries to literally to rip out his throat and keeps you wanting to read more. A great pair! ♥

• Jillian (Jill) & Sawyer [from "The Trouble with Texas Cowboys" [Burnt Boot, Texas Series, Book 2] by Carolyn Brown]: I really liked how they seem to quickly grow their relationship into something where they can stick up for one another without question and, through it all, it makes them fall in love even when they are trying to avoid a relationships at all costs.
• Alaina & Niall [from "His Perfect Wolf" [Mystic Wolves Series, Book 2] by Elle Boon]: The intimacy between Niall and Alaina is magnetic!
• Heidi & Liam [from "Up In Flames" [Netherworld Series, Book 2] by Olivia Hutchinson]: From the first time they see each other you can't deny that they have a remarkable connection. The more they interact with one another the stronger their connection grows; it was intriguing to read about.

• Rebecca & Samuel [from "An Amish Harvest" [The Amish Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids]: I found Samuel & Rebecca to be charming in their banter and growing relationship as they keep one another on their toes.
• Rowan (Ro/Peach) & Adam [from "Mayhem" [Mayhem Series, Book 1] by Jamie Shaw]: Together they bond over French, music, and more creating an instant relationship that is sweetly hot. A relationship that was very enviable. ♥
• Anya & Matt (Will) [from "Anya and the Shy Guy" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 4] by Suze Winegardner]: I fell in love with them as a couple!
• Jezebel (Jessie/Lisbet) & Daniel [from "Not Always a Saint" [The Lost Lords Series, Book 7] by Mary Jo Putney]: They are a matched set. On paper, they were everything both didn’t want for in a partner. Yet, as they get to know one another, better they find that they are the perfect match!

• Cora (Corazón) & Caleb [from "Cowboy Valentine" [Cowboy Cocktail Series, Book 1] by Mia Hopkins]: Together they are a sensual couple that you want to root for!
• Jane & Iain [from "Spellbound" [Warlocks MacGregor Series, Book 2] by Michelle M. Pillow]: I am enamored with Jane and Iain! They're just so cute together. ♥
• Molly & Ben [from "A Last Chance Christmas" [Sons of Chance Series, Book 17] by Vicki Lewis Thompson]: I appreciated the steps it took to bring Molly and Ben together for good.
• Vanessa & Quinn [from "Tiger In Her Bed" by Lizzie Lynn Lee]: While they make an odd match up, I enjoyed them together.

• Lorelei, Zeke & Dylan [from "Lorelei" [Alpha Marked Series, Book 5] by Celia Kyle]: Together they are combustible, scorching, and a trio whose relationship I just wanted to read about more.
• Fern & Zafir [from "The Sheikh's Sinful Seduction" [Seven Sexy Sins Series, Book 2] by Dani Collins]: I thoroughly enjoyed the earnest way Fern and Zafir fell for one another!
• Raye (Rachel) & Bobby (Robert) [from "In The Air Tonight" [Sisters of the Craft Series, Book 1] by Lori Handeland]: Raye is a captivating heroine while Bobby’s boundless protectiveness and slight insecurities make him one hero I wish I could know. Together these two create a superb pairing that I could not stop but want to read of more! ♥

• Mary & John [from "Married to a Perfect Stranger" by Jane Ashford]: I liked John and Mary together! They are very sweet as a couple and I liked how John defended Mary, no matter the cost.
• Daisy & Seb (Sebastian) [from "Expecting The Earl's Baby" [Summer Weddings Series, Book 1] by Jessica Gilmore]: I really liked them as a couple and I enjoyed how their novel's plot flowed so seamlessly.
• Lily & Cameron [from "Gone for You" [Sixth Street Bands Series, Book 1] by Jayne Frost]: I found Cameron's attraction and “chase” for Lily to be very endearing. They are very sweet together.

• Kat (Katherine) & Nico [from "Sweet as Sin" [Bad Habit Series, Book 1] by J. T. Geissinger]: I was pleasantly surprised with how Kat & Nico's romance progressed and grew. It was erotically heartwarming in its extreme intensity. ♥
• Stella & Oliver [from "The Heartbreakers" [The Heartbreak Chronicles, Book 1] by Ali Novak]: Together Oliver and Stella are an electric, fun, and enchanting couple. Simply, they even each other out.
• Kathryn & Patrick [from "A Castle for Dragons" [The Dragons of Eternity Series, The First Archive/Book 0.5] by Julie Wetzel]: I found their banter to be amusing while their growing relationship very gratifying! Kathryn definitely kept Patrick on his toes and it made watching her fall in love him all that much sweeter.

• Danielle (Dani) & Ryan [from "King Stud" [O'Connor Family Series, Book 1] by Liv Rancourt]: Simply, I liked Dani and Ryan together. Even though their novel throws many curveballs their way I’m glad it all works out for them.
• Sydney & Hunter [from "His New Jam" [Hot & Nerdy Series, Book 5] by Shannyn Schroeder]: I was intrigued with Hunter and how he goes about winning over Sydney’s affection one serenade at a time. In addition, I liked how they came together as a couple.
• Philippa (Pippa) & Lord Trent (James) [from "A Will and A Way" by Claudia Harbaugh]: I found Pippa & James’ banter fresh and entertaining while making me want them to get together from the beginning. ♥

• Kaitlin (Kate) & Beckett [from "Bride by Mistake" [Montana Born Brides Series, Book 3] by Nicole Helm]: They are oil and water at times but in the end, they made one another become a better people in the long run.
• Alexis (Lex/Lexus) & Noah [from "Paper or Plastic" by Vivi Barnes]: Together Noah and Lex are opposites that seem to balance one another out. They’re the definition of “living on different sides of the track” yet in some ways they help the other one stay grounded.
• Lillie & Jim [from "Copper King" [Takhini Shifters Series, Book 1] by Vivian Arend]: Their connection is instantaneous and I loved how they playfully got to know one another.

• Karen & Tyler [from "Center Ice" [Corrigan Falls Raiders Series, Book 1] by Cate Cameron]: I loved Tyler and Karen’s banter. They were a playful fun couple that were fun to read! ♥
• GiNae & OkVei [from "NiKoh’s Chosen: Family Matters" [The Chosen Series, Book 2] by Kenzie Michaels]: I really liked OkVei (NiKoh’s son) and GiNae’s friendship. It gave their novel another dynamic viewpoint that you had to admire.
• Cynthia (Cindy/Cinderella) & Chad [from "Cinderella’s Cowboy" [This Old House Series, Book 4] by Roxanne Snopek]: With a kitty, instead of a shoe, to bring Cynthia & Chad together I was charmed. I liked how their relationship subtly grew and how Chad’s ten-year mystery was revealed.

• Lucy & Brogan [from "Not So New In Town" [Harmony Homecomings Series, Book 2] by Michele Summers]: I especially enjoyed how unwittingly Brogan sweeps into Lucy's life and lights up her world as their romance begins. They are just SOO perfect for one another!
• Eve (Evangeline/Evie), Kham (Pharaoh Khaman-Ra), Kai & Roan [from "Eve’s Rescue" [Coalition Mates Series, Book 3] by Sarah Marsh]: When you aren’t reading their intensely HOT sex scenes, you get to read an abundance of fun, flirty, and sweet scenes between the four of them! I could not get enough!
• Isabella & Ashton [from "His Lion Blood" [Mystic Harbor Series, Book 4] by Scarlett Grove]: Their instant romance is enthralling in its intensity! They have such an instant attraction and connection (which is typical for the mate romances) that I couldn't help but like. ♥

• Maia & Cole [from "Rocky Mountain Miracle" by Christine Feehan]: The igniting chemistry between Cole and Maia was heavy throughout their novel making it easy to root for the growing relationship between them.
• Eva & Rudolph (Rudi) [from "Santa's Secret" by Serenity Woods]: The sparks between Eva and Rudi are hot and heavy from the very beginning, yet the way they handled their relationship during their time together that I loved more.
• Katie & Elam [from "Katie's Redemption" [Brides of Amish Country Series, Book 1] by Patricia Davids]: Together they make a great pair who lifts one another up to improve themselves.
• Mardie & Jett [from "What a Bachelor Needs" [Bachelor Auction Series, Book 4] by Kelly Hunter]: I loved Jett, Mardie, Claire, Jett & Mardie's relationship, and their novel's plot! ♥

• Casey & Tyler [from "The Hot Streak: A Baseball Romance" by Cecilia Tan]: I really enjoyed how both Casey & Tyler deal with the major conflict that comes between them, as it helped me like them both even more. Together they just seem like a great team.
• Kenna (Freckles) & Dane [from "The One You Want" [The Original Heartbreakers Series, Book 0.5] by Gena Showalter]: I wasn't surprised that Dane, Kenna, and their story quickly enraptured me.
• Beth & Rylan (Ry) [from "No One Like You" [Barefoot William Series, Book 4] by Kate Angell]: I found Ry and Beth to be an inseparable duo. They have a sweet quality about them that made this "backwards Cinderella romance" very enchanting.

• Penny (Pen) & Michael [from "The Proposal At Siesta Key" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 2] by Shelley Shepard Gray]: They are an uplifting couple because of how their relationship naturally grew from how they meet, to their “working relationship,” to them falling for one another. It was just so sweet I could not get enough.
• Mia & Ryder [from "Mia and the Bad Boy" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 2] by Lisa Burstein]: Together they are a powerful duo who seem to help each other turn into who they want and are meant to be. I thoroughly enjoyed Ryder and Mia's banter; it livens up every scene and is very entertaining. ♥

• Kat (Katherine/Katriona) & Prince (Edward) [from "The Ugly Stepsister" by Aya Ling]: They were a very forward-thinking fairytale couple that charmed me. I couldn't get enough of their relationship.
• Terra & Alexander (Alex) [from "For the Memory of Dragons" [The Dragons of Eternity Series, Book 2] by Julie Wetzel]: The attraction and growing chemistry between Alex and Terra was undeniable. Their story is fun and entertaining; I just could not get enough!
• Portia (Po) & Beau (Beauregard) [from "A Time for Everything" by Mysti Parker]: Reading about their harsh banter turning into calm friendship that grows into a strong bond was quite extraordinary and beautiful. They made a great couple! In addition, I LOVED their epilogue.

• Alex & Cannibal (Byron) [from "Interaction with a Dragon" [Human Interaction Series, Book 4] by Cheyenne Meadows]: From the witty banter between Alex & Cannibal (Byron) to reading about their growing relationship, it all helped me fall in love with this novel! ♥
• Alexandra (Alex) & Hayden [from "Falling for Her Enemy" [The Still Harbor Series, Book 2] by Victoria James]: I enjoyed Alex & Hayden’s constant banter and how their relationship grew from being volatile then turned into friendship then love.
• Quinn & Heath [from "Crazy for the Competition" [Hope Springs Series, Book 2] by Cindi Madsen]: I thoroughly enjoyed reading about their differences and how they managed to work together. Plus their chemistry was off the charts hot!

• Candy & Guy (Steele) [from "Baby Twins to Bind Them" by Carol Marinelli]: They livened each other up while broadening their own views about what they wanted out of life. Yet what really made me fall for their romance was how everything played out within the last few chapters, it's just so charming!!
• Orwenna (Wen) & Huroth [from "Dragon Wife" [Dragon Clan Series, Book 1] by Diana Green]: I really liked how Orwenna (Wen) & Huroth fell in love. Especially I liked that Wen was able to hold onto her new scene of self and purpose throughout the time she was falling for Huroth and how he liked her even more for it.
• Carina & King Marek [from "Caller of Light" by T. J. Shaw]: Their connection is shown as being all-consuming but in a way where they both benefit and strengthen each other. ♥

• Eve (Evie) & Ranton [from "The Dragons’ Demon: A Dragon’s Dream" [Ethereal Foes Series, Book 1] by Marie Harte]: Their connection is undeniable while being a strong force that was exciting to read.
• Tess & Forrest [from "Go Small or Go Home" [Toronto Collection, Book 2] by Heather Wardell]: Together Tess & Forrest are a bit of a heart wrenching pair. They made me want to root for them no matter what, yet because of Forrest past, it doesn’t always seem like it’ll be a happy ending for them. I thoroughly enjoyed their relationship.
• Amie (Amethyst) & Preston [from "Pregnant by the Cowboy CEO" [Diamonds in The Rough Series, Book 3] by Catherine Mann]: Together I found Amie and Preston to be a spicy and fun pair that challenge each other into being better versions of themselves.

• Leona (Le) & Zack (Zachariah/Zachary) [from "The Promise of Palm Grove" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 1] by Shelley Shepard Gray]: Zack—with his generously sweet ways—and Leona made this a novel I didn’t want to put down. I liked their relationship very much. ♥
• Lily & Dallas (The Destroyer) [from "Dragon's Redemption" [Dragon Lore Series, Book 2] by Eden Ashe]: I absolutely could NOT get enough of Dallas and Lily! Together they made a dynamic duo who fit each other perfectly.
• Henrietta (Hattie) & Jean [from "No Gentleman" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 6], [Cora’s Choice Series], & [Cora’s Bond Series] by V. M. Black]: I really liked them together as they complemented each other so well. Plus, I liked reading their banter.

• Julia & Alistair (Michael) [from "Heart of Steel" by Elizabeth Einspanier]: Their novel is sort of setup in the "Beauty & the Beast" style, where you get to see both the good and bad sides of each character but root for them to be together in the end.
• Phoenix & Riley [from "This Heart of Mine" [Whiskey Creek Series, Book 8] by Brenda Novak]: I couldn't get enough of Phoenix & Riley, didn't want their novel to end, as it was all I could've hoped for and more! Their story made me laugh, it made me tear up a lot, and most of all made me wish for a man like Riley too. ♥
• Emma & Jay [from "A Wedding at the Orange Blossom Inn" [Amish Brides of Pinecraft Series, Book 3] by Shelley Shepard Gray]: Their relationship grows quickly in this novel but I love how it was all handled and the calming effect they have for one another. The love that they show for one another and their unique situation kept reminding me of the 1968 version of “Yours, Mine, and Ours,” even though there is a lot more children in the movie.

• Grace & Oliver (Earl of Carlisle) [from "The Earl’s Defiant Wallflower" [Dukes of War Series, Book 1] by Erica Ridley]: They make quite a pair as they fumble through Society hoping to help one another out while hoping for the best. I think what I liked about them the most is their gracious hearts, and how they kept putting those they cared for first.
• Sam (Samantha) & Kevin [from "Crossing Lines" [Heat Wave Series, Book 3] by Alannah Lynne]: Kevin & Sam were great together, definitely a perfect pair despite how they got together.
• Ellie & Alek [from "Carrying the Greek's Heir" [One Night With Consequences Series, Book 8] by Sharon Kendrick]: I really liked was how Alek and Ellie come together in their relationship. It was sweet, dramatic, and well plotted out.

• Jessica (Jess) & Zane [from "Her Forbidden Cowboy" [Moonlight Beach Bachelors Series, Book 1] by Charlene Sands]: They are quite the pair. I can’t picture them with anyone else...Their novel hits a homerun on many levels! ♥
• Emily & August [from "The Evolution of Emily" [Kennedy High Series, Book 2] by Kate Scott]: The chemistry between August and Emily is off the charts!
• Jasmine (Princess), R. D., & Logan [from "Her Stepbrothers’ Demands" by Trinity Blacio]: Together this triad was one that captivated me in the way they go about joining and dealing with threats against them.

• Paige & Archer [from "Hunting a Mate" [Quick & Furry Series, Book 6] by Celia Kyle & Mina Carter]: They were a great couple! Archer is supportive of Paige’s “incidents” while Paige was adorable as she grew into her confidence around him.
• Kim & Lucas [from "Falling for the Firefighter" [Taming the Alpha Anthology, Novella 7] & [Hot Zone Anthology] by Shelli Stevens]: I liked their whirlwind romance!
• Gianna (Gia / Georgianna), Cris (Cristobal) & Cai (Mordecai) [from "The Witch’s Champions" by Honoria Ravena]: I would love to read more about this entertaining trio.
• Caelen & Dare [from "Charm School After Dark: Lesson 1" [Charm School Series, Book 1] by Lynn Carmer]: I really liked how Caelen and Dare come to terms with their attraction and get together. Then to top it off with the way Caelen tries to find her balance with him and how Dare deals with her eccentricities, it made me want to root for their relationship even more.

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2016 100+ Reading Challenge

Check out my previous challenges:

2010 100+ Reading Challenge	2011 100+ Reading Challenge	2012 100+ Reading Challenge
2013 100+ Reading Challenge	2014 100+ Reading Challenge	2015 100+ Reading Challenge

Alrighty ... here's my personal challenge .. or more of a record of how many books I have read in 2016. Anyway ... here we go:

-- January 2016 --
1. "How To Catch A (Rock) Star" by Gabrielle Aquilina
2. "Crashed Out" [MADE IN JERSEY Series, Book 1] by Tessa Bailey
3. "Crazy for the Competition" [Hope Springs Series, Book 2] by Cindi Madsen
4. "Crossing Lines" [Heat Wave Series, Book 3] by Alannah Lynne
5. "Knights of Stone: Mason" [Highland Gargoyles Series, Book 1] by Lisa Carlisle
6. "The Witch’s Champions" by Honoria Ravena
7. "The Unlikely Lady" [The Playful Brides Series, Book 3] by Valerie Bowman
8. "Longing for Wolves" [Shifter Country Wolves Series, Book 5] by Roxie Noir
9. "To Save A Mate" [Somewhere, TX Saga, Volume 1] & [The VonBrandt Family Series, Book 1] by Krystal Shannan (aka Emma Roman)
10. "How to Handle a Scandal" [The Scandalous Sisters Series, Book 2] by Emily Greenwood
11. "Tiger In Her Bed" by Lizzie Lynn Lee
12. "Saved by the Tiger" [The Tiger's Protection Series, Book 1] by Diane Hills
13. "Bride by Mistake" [Montana Born Brides Series, Book 3] by Nicole Helm
-- February 2016 --
14. "A Husband for Mari" [The Amish Matchmaker Series, Book 2] by Emma Miller
15. "Catching Cassidy" [Harborside Nights Series, Book 1] by Melissa Foster
16. "A Moment to Dance" [Whistle Stop Series, Book 2] by Jennifer Faye
17. "A Valentine for the Veterinarian" [Paradise Animal Clinic Series, Book 2] by Katie Meyer
18. "Babies in the Bargain" [Doctor’s Orders Series, Book 1] by Mona Risk
19. "Love in Bloom" by Delilah Devlin
20. "King of Prey" [King of Prey Series, Book 1] by Mandy M. Roth (aka Reagan Hawk, Kennedy Kovit, Rory Michaels, & Elle Spencer)
21. "Protected by the Tiger" [The Tiger's Protection Series, Book 2] by Diane Hills
22. "Catching Summer" [Second Chances Series, Book 6] by L. P. Dover
23. "The Good, the Bad, and the Vampire" [Dead in the City Series, Book 4] by Sara Humphreys
-- March 2016 --
24. "The Gift" [The Prairie State Friends Series, Book 2] by Wanda E. Brunstetter
25. "Burning for You" [The Man of the Month Series, Book 2] by Michele Dunaway
26. "A Deal With a Duke" by Mary Miller
27. "Bite at First Sight" [Scandals With Bite Series, Book 3] by Brooklyn Ann
28. "Viscount of Vice" [Covent Garden Cubs Series, Book 0.5] by Shana Galen (aka Shane Bolks)
29. "Hawk's Revenge" [Lone Pine Pride Series, Book 3] by Vivi Andrews (aka Lizzie Shane)
30. "The Virgin Cowboy Billionaire’s Secret Baby" by Lauren Gallagher (aka L. A. Witt, Lori A. Witt, Ann Gallagher, and Diana Fyre)
31. "Three Little Words" [Fool's Gold Series, Book 12] by Susan Mallery
32. "No Mistletoe Required" by Jeanette Murray
33. "Craving the Babysitter" by Nikki Morris
34. "Under His Kilt" [Under the Kilt Series, Book 1] by Melissa Blue
35. "Her Dragon, His Demon" [Dragon Guard Series, Book 12] by Julia Mills
36. "Her Stepbrothers Are Demons" by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)
-- April 2016 --
37. "Back in the Saddle" [Double S Ranch Series, Book 1] by Ruth Logan Herne
38. "The Alpha's Fight" [Huntsville Pack Series, Book 3] by Michelle Fox
39. "The Greek Tycoon's Tarnished Bride" [Men of the Zodiac Series, Book 10] by Rachel Lyndhurst
40. "The Naughty List" by Lacey Harper
41. "The Billionaire's Baby Swap" [The Montanari Marriages Series, Book 1] by Rebecca Winters
42. "Baby's Got Bite" [Take It Like A Vamp Series, Book 2] by Candace Havens
43. "Fighter" [Wolves of Angels Rest Series, Book 9] & [Mating Season Series, Book 36] by Elsa Jade
44. "Alpha's Strength" [Fallen Alpha Series, Book 1] by Rebecca Royce
45. "Along Came Mr. Right" by Gerri Russell
46. "The Duke's Holiday" [Regency Romp Trilogy, Book 1] by Maggie Fenton (aka Margaret Foxe)
47. "The CEO's Unexpected Child" [Billionaires and Babies Series] & [Millionaires of Manhattan Series, Book 4] by Andrea Laurence
48. "Caged Magic" [Wing Slayer Hunters Series, Book 5] by Jennifer Lyon (aka Jennifer Apodaca)
49. "Triplets Under The Tree" [Billionaires and Babies Series] by Kat Cantrell
-- May 2016 --
50. "Sacrificed to the Dragon" [Stonefire Dragons Series] by Jessie Donovan
51. "Wolf's Blade" [The Paladins Series, Book 1] by Clare Dargin
52. "Merry "Chris" Mas" [The Love Play Matchmaking Service Series, Book 1] by Clare Dargin
53. "An Immortal’s Song" [Dante’s Circle Series, Book 6] by Carrie Ann Ryan
54. "Prowled Darkness" [Dante’s Circle Series, Book 7] by Carrie Ann Ryan
55. "A Bridge Through Time" [Thistle & Hive Series, Book 1] by Jennae Vale
56. "His Lady Peregrine" [The Love Bird Series, Book 5] by Ruth J. Hartman
57. "Bear's Secret Baby" [Emerald City Shifters Series, Book 3] by Kit Fawkes (aka Kit Tunstall, Kit Kyndall, Lilly LaRue, Kristianna Sawyer, Aurelia Skye, T. K. Reilley, R. E. Saxton, & Desdemona St. Claire)
-- June 2016 --
58. "Twice a Texas Bride" [Bachelors of Battle Creek Series, Book 2] by Linda Broday
59. "An Heir Fit for a King" [One Night With Consequences Series, Book 13] by Abby Green
60. "Bad Kitty" [Chronicles of the Malcolm Series, Book 2] by Teresa Noelle Roberts (aka Sophie Mouette)
61. "The Captain's Bluestocking Mistress" [Dukes of War Series, Book 3] by Erica Ridley
62. "Once Upon a Power Play" [Risky Business Series, Book 2] by Jennifer Bonds (aka J. J. Bonds)
-- July 2016 --
63. "This Book Will Change Your Life" [Arlington Series, Book 1] by Amanda Weaver
64. "Abby and the Cute One" [Backstage Pass Series, Book 5] by Erin Butler
65. "Unexpectedly His" [Smart Cupid Series, Book 2] by Maggie Kelley
66. "DreamSinger" / "Dream Singer" [The Dream Chronicles, Book 1] by J. A. Ferguson (aka Jo Ann Ferguson, Joanna Hampton, Jo Ann Brown, Rebecca North, & Marianne Ellis)
67. "Bump in the Night" by Dakota Rebel
68. "Claimed by the Mate, Vol. 1" by Kate Douglas & A. C. Arthur
    • "Feral Passions" [Feral Passions Series, Book 1] by Kate Douglas
    • "The Alpha's Woman" [Wolf Mates Series, Book 1] by A. C. Arthur (aka Artist Arthur, Sapphire Blue, & Lacey Baker)
69. "The Mating Ceremony" by Angela Foxxe
70. "Yours for Christmas" [Fool's Gold Series, Book 15.5] by Susan Mallery
71. "An Amish Match" [Amish Hearts Series, Book 2] by Jo Ann Brown (aka J. A. Ferguson, Jo Ann Ferguson, Joanna Hampton, Rebecca North, & Marianne Ellis)
72. "Never Resist a Rake" [Somerfield Park Series, Book 2] by Mia Marlowe
-- August 2016 --
73. "The Baby of Their Dreams" by Carol Marinelli
74. "The Sheikh's Baby Scandal" [One Night With Consequences Series, Book 23] by Carol Marinelli
75. "Her Stepbrothers Are Angels" [Stepbrothers Series, Book 6] by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)
76. "Moonlight" [Moon Series, Book 1] by Lisa Kessler
77. "The New Guy (and Other Senior Year Distractions)" by Amy Spalding
78. "One Night with the Playboy" [Whiskey River Series, Book 5] by Katherine Garbera
79. "The Natural History of Us" [The Fine Art of Pretending Series, Book 2] by Rachel Harris
80. "Her Stepbrothers Are Dragons" [Stepbrothers Series, Book 1] by Trinity Blacio (aka Maria MoonStar)
81. "Taming Her Wolf" [Fire Creek Shifters Series, Book 1] by Dee Carney (aka Morgan Sierra)
82. "A Widow's Heart: Mail Order Bride" by Christian Michael
83. "The Bad Boy's Baby" [Hope Springs Series, Book 3] by Cindi Madsen
84. "Masquerade" [Scandalous Ballroom Encounters Series, Book 1] by Victoria Vale
-- September 2016 --
85. "Having the Rancher's Baby" [Mustang Valley Series, Book 7] by Cathy McDavid
86. "Prodigal" [Maelstrom Chronicles, Book 3] by Jody Wallace (aka Ellie Marvel)
87. "The Boss's Baby Arrangement" [Billionaires and Babies Series] & [The Lourdes Brothers of Key Largo Series, Book 0.5] by Catherine Mann
88. "A Christmas Homecoming" [Bar V5 Dude Ranch Series, Book 5] by Melissa McClone
89. "Let Us Prey" [Wild Operatives Series, Book 2] by Vivienne Savage (aka A. Payne, N. D. Taylor, & Dominique Kristine)
90. "Under Her Skin" [Shifter Shield Series, Book 1] by Margo Bond Collins
91. "The Sheikh's American Daughter" by Kate Goldman
92. "Bionic Outlaw's Baby" by Zara Zenia
93. "Miss Hopeful" by Laura Fletcher
-- October 2016 --
94. "Dragon Fall" [Dragon Falls Series, Book 1] & [Dragon Septs Series, Book 11] by Katie MacAlister (aka Katie Maxwell)
95. "First Love, Second Choice" by Lindzee Armstrong
96. "The Secret Son" [Secrets of Cherry Lake Series / The Jackson Family Legacy, Book 2] by Joan Kilby
    • (Note: "The Secret Son" is another name for "The Montana Son.")
97. "One More Day" [The Alexanders Series, Book 1] by M. Malone
98. "Hunger: A Stepbrother Romance" by Arabella Abbing
99. "To Catch a Rake" [The Rake's Handbook Series, Book 3] by Sally Orr
100. "Rebel Kato" [Shifters of the Primus Series, Book 1] by Elyssa Ebbott
101. "Crashing Into You" by B. D. Rowe
102. "Snowflake Bay" [The Brides of Blueberry Cove Series, Book 2] by Donna Kauffman
103. "The Souvenir" by Emma Nichols
104. "Bedded Bliss" [Found in Oblivion Series, Book 1] by Cari Quinn & Taryn Elliott (aka Taryn Quinn)
-- November 2016 --
105. "The Governess Was Wanton" [The Governess Series, Book 2] by Julia Kelly
106. "The Rock Star’s Christmas Reunion" [The Connollys Series, Book 1] & [A Charisma Series Novel] by Heather Hiestand (aka Anh Leod)
107. "Breaking Him" by Sherilee Gray
-- December 2016 --
108. "Under His Skin" [Alien Encounters Series, Book 1] by Stacey O'Neale
109. "Shared for Love" [Royal-Kagan Shifter World Series, Book 6] by Nancy Corrigan
110. "The Man With The Dragon Wings" by Lizzie Lynn Lee
111. "Shadow of a Girl" by Shannon Greenland (aka S. E. Green)
112. "Pregnant with a Royal Baby!" [The Princes of Xaviera Series, Book 1] by Susan Meier
113. "With Vengeance" [Hearts of Metal Series, Book 2] by Brooklyn Ann
114. "The Earl's New Bride" [The Daughters of Amhurst Series, Book 1] by Frances Fowlkes
115. "Hungry as a Wolf" [Shifter Date Series, Book 2] by Alma Black

* If you would like to know what I think about the books I didn't share my ratings or reviews with you about, than leave a comment about which one you want info on and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.