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Books I've Read so far in 2025
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items Books I have read and reviewed in 2025 - featuring some dark romance with extra spice , adventures worth taking , and exceptional magic wielding with a touch of darkness.
Sections
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My Reads for January 2025
My reads for February 2025
My reads for March 2025
My reads for April 2025
My reads for May 2025
My reads for August 2025
My Reads for January 2025
All the books I have read and reviewed. The notes are my summary of each book. Please be warned, some books listed are VERY SPICY*****
♑️ January Reads 📚 - Keep in mind that some books may have trigger warnings ⚠️
A husband lost, a widower destined for the widow's potion, and three children who will be left behind to fend for themselves. The only thing left to do is run; If caught, it will end in disastrous consequences. Honestly, sometimes the risk is worth t...
The Sibyl of the Wind eBook : Kandibo, Kristen
A prophecy has been foretold that the Child of Draco will destroy the world. Nora has had a rough life. Due to her non-magical abilities, her mother treated her as a servant and stunned her. The only comfort she finds is in the head of the staff. Tulee, who has taken care of her since she was young, has filled the role of a ...
Child of Draco (The Celestial Duet)
Enzo, a dark, mysterious, controlling, powerful "man" has set his sights on a beautiful, innocent girl. Making a deal with him is a deal with the devil, and he won't take no for an answer. Adriana's "yes" thrusts her into a world of pain, pleasure, a...
A Deal in Darkness (Dark and Devilish Book 2)
During the crimson war, the king and the future king died on the battlefield. The queen took over as the regent of the land, never to marry. The next in line heir was required to fit into a mold to one day rule the kingdom. The future queen Cordelia was required to show no emotion and marry a man for an alliance between the future Duke and her kingdom. He was a disgusting, ruthless man who took pleasure in making her feel less than him and abusing her. She wasn't allowe...
Unkindness of Crimson Ravens: Vampire Romance
The order, recognized by their red cloaks, is ruthless toward those who break the law. The laws are established "to bring order" to those in the empire, but behind closed doors, the order does as it pleases. The term "krat" is used for those who are ...
The Rarkyn's Familiar (The Rarkyn Trilogy, #1) by Nikky Lee
Eftonime, a land of 5 kingdoms, 4 on the outside and the "neutral" in the middle. Kingdom of Spades is home to the winged men who are BUILT and control the weather. Kingdom of Diamonds, home of the sirens and powerful water wielders. Kingdom of Heart...
Veil of Blood Roses & Cracked Memories
Avery was bound to the blood tyrant by magic; he became her "guardian" after her mother passed. He was set on making her his heir to the elaborate illegal business he did behind the shadows. She wanted nothing to do with him and had planned her escap...
The Light of Souls (Arcadian Archives 1)
Vale is on a self-appointed mission to uncover missing children from the villages in Parisia. Summoned by the king before he can investigate further, he has no choice but to halt his conquest to return to the king who branded him a disgrace. He is re...
Shadows of the Dark Realm by Tyler Edwards
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Alessia is nothing but a pawn, a possession, a trophy. She was brought into the world due to her father's bidding and allied him with a powerful mafia boss. He doesn't love his daughter and believes in punishment and cruelty. Valentino is the walking... ** This book does contain triggers warnings so please me mindful of that.
Beneath the Shadows by Tara Conrad
The Architect was cast out from his world (The Old World) into a world full of limited magic and devastation. He controls the flow of magic to the different sectors of the world and sired the next heir to the throne. He is ruthless, shows no mercy, a...
Between Smoke and Shadow: Forbidden Love
Alku, Washington a little quant town full of love and friends. While on the outside the town and its people look normal, it harbors a secret, and with secrets come enemies. Onnie packed up and moved from California to Alku after her grandfather calle...
Keeper's Reign: Final Keeper Trilogy
Rory a vampire who works the night shift at a gas station comes face to face with a woman who is shot by someone trying to rob the gas station. The "kid" as he is referred to is inexperienced but lacks remorse making Rory dispose of him. He believes ...
Sore Throat, Slight Fever by J. Lynn Carr
My reads for February 2025
♒️February Reads 📚 - keep in mind that some may have trigger warnings. ⚠️
Thousands of years ago, a war raged between Angels and Demons. To change the tides of the war Sataniel created the demon Nephithar. He was tasked with eliminating the angels in hell to stop them from eliminating the free will the Fallen possess. Neph...
The Gates of Hell (The Rivers of Hell) - Kindle
The High Knights were created in an elven city deep within a forest. They were the Green Lands' only hope of eliminating the Corrupted and banishing them for eternity. The High Knights were an elite force of humans designed with agility, skill, and p...
In the Name of Honor (Vows & Valor Book 1) eBook
A world split between Fae and Humans; a veil was placed to separate them. Human Lore spoke of the evils of the Fae and how humans had to create something to banish them from their lands. Fae Lore speaks of a different tale where they leave on their o...
World of Ruin - Kindle Edition by L.Q. Lark
The queen of Faerie sacrificed everything to bring back the most precious thing she lost during the war. Betraying the one she loved; she brought doom to her people and was banished to a distant land.
Remnant Dark has been in isolation for 100 years...
Shadows Lost: Remnant Archives Book 1
My reads for March 2025
♓️March Reads 📚- Keep in mind that some may have trigger warnings. ⚠️
Greek Gods have vendettas; some are jealous, and others want all-consuming power. Zeus is the ruler of all gods, never known to interfere in such trivial matters; The underworld decides to attack the mortal realm and kill all demigods. The guardians ...
Daughter of Ash and Myth (Mythic Saga 1)
Enzo, a dark, mysterious, controlling, powerful "man" has set his sights on a beautiful, innocent girl. Making a deal with him is a deal with the devil, and he won't take no for an answer. Adriana's "yes" thrusts her into a world of pain, pleasure, a...
A Deal in Darkness (Dark and Devilish Book 2)
Axel, a morally pitch-black assassin, thrives in death, pain, and destruction. Fueled by revenge, he will take the most precious thing to the boss and defile her in the worst ways. Why? Because he can, and no one can stop him.
Rory is a siren dedic...
Once A Villain: Dark Assassin Romance
My reads for April 2025
♈️April Reads 📚 - Keep in mind that some may have trigger warnings ⚠️
Sloane's life hasn't been great since a party turned her everyday life into one full of regret and betrayal. After graduating college, she moves home and agrees to a position at her dad's law firm to turn a new leaf. After her ex-best friend shows up...
The After Hours: Andersen, Aspen - Books
Shades of Fire is the second book in the Soul Magic series—a story of newfound magic, acceptance, love, and betrayal. Opal must find a way to navigate her love life between two handsome Fae men connected to her soul and keep a strong relationship and...
Shaedes of Fire: Dark Fae Fantasy Romance
A rebellion brewing, a "marriage" turned romance, and a once high and mighty government shivering at the thought of spies in their ranks.
Avyer Nikolai is a police chief known for his extreme loyalty, fighting prowess, and ruthless tactics. He has e...
In the Line of Rebellion: Tucker, L. A.
The reapers of the Dark Realm: One of Death, One of Ash, One of Desolation, and One of Shadow. Their quest is to eliminate the seekers and find the child capable of building a bridge to connect the human world and the dark realm. The Shadow King has ...
Reapers of the Dark Realm: The Hunt Begins
The core is the savor of the 4 horsemen destined to bring darkness into the world. The core is the opposite of the horseman, i.e., war and peace. If the core isn't found in time to turn the horseman toward the light, they will unleash vengeance upon ...
The Flame of the White Horseman (Tales 1)
Dr. West is an OBGYN who had an obsession with a high school cheerleader when he was a senior. After graduation, he went to college to pursue his medical degree, lost weight, and gained some well-defined muscles. While he loves doing the deed, he do...
Deeply Examined - Dark Medical Romance
A girl meant for something greater than her city life and barista job. A Frost King set on vengeance for those who locked him away in eternity.
Callie is having a hard time in her life. While she loves being a barista, it barely pays the bills, and...
Bound by Ice and Shadow: Frostfire Chronicles
My reads for May 2025
♉️ May Reads 📚 - Keep in mind that some books may have trigger warnings. ⚠️
Sar, Ith, and Jess must traverse the different domains to find the "rip" in the seam that goes into the human world. A fallen with a vengeance, an angel tempted by fate, and a nephilim who falls for both the "dark fallen angel" and the "pure heavenly...
The River of Hatred (Rivers of Hell 2)
My reads for August 2025
♌️ August Reads 📚 - Keep in mind that some books may have trigger warnings. ⚠️
Ellie is thrust into a world hidden from prying eyes after her husband is murdered. Crushed by the news, she realizes quickly that something is amiss in the small town she calls home. Setting her sites on unraveling the mystery she becomes caught up ...
The Widow's Resolve - Higgs, R.A.: Books