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Books I've Reviewed

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Here's a comprehensive list of books I've read and reviewed on my blog. I read almost exclusively romance, so that's the majority here with different subgenres (fantasy, paranormal, sports romance, etc.). Also, keep in mind that I've been at this for...
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YA

 
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super cute YA romance
A Date for Hannah – Callie Henry - Alated Bibliophile
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an extremely underrated read!
Fade – E. G. Bateman - Alated Bibliophile
 
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a solid "okay" read.
Lines – Anna B. Doe - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I enjoyed this one, and I don't think it's available to read anymore :(
The Infernal Sacrament – Nissa Leder & R.J. Harris - Alated Bibliophile
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underrated series!!
The Network – E. G. Bateman - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was a super cute romance
REVIEW: I Spy the Boy Next Door – Samantha Armstrong - Alated Bibliophile
 
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A love story between a K-POP artist and a high school girl who has no idea who he is! I loved this book!!
REVIEW: Hart & Seoul by Kristen Burnham - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was a miss for me *yikes face* but as always, don't take my word for it and if it sounds interesting to you, check it out!
Vibrant Awakening – Tiffany Ransier - Alated Bibliophile

Fantasy/Paranormal

 
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this series is fun, sexy and unique read!
ARC REVIEW | Marks of the Mazza by Blake Blessing - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I love Sariah Skye and I think she's criminally underrated!
Insatiable – Sariah Skye - Alated Bibliophile
 
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One of the weirdest, funniest books I've read.
Allison’s Adventures in Underland – C. M. Stunich - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Fantasy reverse harem
Bane of Dragons – Clara Hartley - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this book made me cry my eyes out.
Rose Petal Graves – Olivia Wildenstein - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal romance
The Connelly Boys – Lily Velez - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Wolf shifters!
Wolf Bound – Holly Hook - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I loved this one.
Ravenite – Alicia Rades - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Alien meets girl. Alien falls in love with girl. Chaos insues.
Starstruck – S.E. Anderson - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Love Clara Hartley!
Harem of Sin – Clara Hartley - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Native American inspired. I loved this book.
The Spirit Breather – R.J. Harris - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal romance
Touched by Death – Ruby Ryan - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Sadie Moss is amazing
Bound By Magic – Sadie Moss - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal reverse harem
Game of Lies – Sadie Moss - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal
Burning Embers – Fiona Jeeves - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Dystopian
Untamed – Madeline Dyer - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal
Society of Wishes – Elise Kova & Lynn Larsh - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I love Julia Clarke!
Time of Enchantment – Julia Clarke - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This book was so good!
A Hunter Within – Anna Applegate - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal reverse harem
Stroke of Midnight – Rae Stapleton - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal reverse harem
Depths of Hell – Clara Hartley - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal reverse harem
Consort of Rebels (Magic Awakened, #3) by Sadie Moss - Goodreads
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Paranormal romance
Resilience – Alicia Rades - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Unique and fun
‘Ink It Over – Rachel Rawlings - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I loved this series
Saved by Blood – Sadie Moss - Alated Bibliophile
 
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a fun paranormal academy read!
Dark Days: Semester 1 – Liz Meldon - Alated Bibliophile
 
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i love Sadie Moss :)
Seduced by Blood – Sadie Moss - Alated Bibliophile
 
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these books are so good. I love anything featuring an academy, and in these, the main characters are professors instead of students :)
Dark Days: Semester Two – Liz Meldon - Alated Bibliophile
 
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another Sadie Moss <3
Wolf Hunted – Sadie Moss - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Paranormal reverse harem
Wolf Called – Sadie Moss - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This was the first book I'd ever read of Blake's. I'm honored to say I was one of the first to read any of her books :) She's a great writer!
REVIEW | Bonds of the Mazza by Blake Blessing - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Genuinely one of the strangest, most unhinged books I've ever read. I can't really say I enjoyed it, but…it was definitely a journey, lol
Hot Love Inferno – Nicky Blue - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This is one of the most unique paranormal/fantasy story lines I've ever read and is still one of my most favorite series.
Review | Touch of Fate by Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I love this series. it's very different and has plenty of comedic moments!
ARC Review | Secrets of the Mazza by Blake Blessing - Alated Bibliophile
 
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fun read
Review | Magic and Metaphysics Academy by Laura Greenwood and L.A. Boruff - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Fated mates, vigilantes, and intrigue.
ARC | Review | Spark of Pursuit by Annika Snow - Alated Bibliophile
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If you watched The Invitation with Nathalie Emmanuel and totally missed the happy ending, you need to read this book.
ARC Review | Soucouyant by Delani Monroe - Alated Bibliophile
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Dragon shifters and an MMC who resembles Henry Cavil in The Witcher ;)
ARC | Review | The Time Tournament by Lara Bronson - Alated Bibliophile
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a beautifully written book. this was a surprising read for me as I ended up getting more than what I bargained for (and I mean that in the best way). one of my favorite reads of 2024!
ARC Review | First Light by Elizabeth Hunter - Alated Bibliophile
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Best friends fall in love in the fantasy version of Stars Hollow.
ARC Review | The Tea Witch’s Promise by Laura Greenwood & Arizona Tape - Alated Bibliophile
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Hidden identities, a secret assassin, royalty, and enemies-to-lovers.
ARC Review | Keys to the Crown by Leah Mara - Alated Bibliophile
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absolutely loved this book. fated mates, a post-apocalyptic society, royalty, dislike-to-lovers; honestly everything I could hope for in a fantasy romance.
ARC Review | A Cruel Kindness by Rory L. Scott - Alated Bibliophile
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this book didn't go where I expected it to and I loved it
ARC Review | Heir of Stardust and Secrets by C.C. Hartly - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was sooo different from anything I've read before. told in both first- and third-person POV, when the main character is asleep she is transported to another world where she fights demons! don't just take my word for it; check this book out!
ARC Review | Visions of Darkness by A.L. Jackson - Alated Bibliophile
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the author's debut novel and a lovely first start to the series!
ARC Review | Shaedes of Power by Jenny Grimes - Alated Bibliophile
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Magic academy and fated mates. Great book!
ARC Review | Ares-Valentine Academy by S.P. Woods - Alated Bibliophile
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This book was marketed as a romance and while there are romantic elements, I wouldn't classify it as “romance.” It's a great book as long as you're not vying for a HEA. I'm still salty that I was expecting one thing and got another, tbh…
ARC REVIEW | Your Blood, My Bones by Kelly Andrew -
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one of my favorite reads of 2025. amazing book if you love dragons/shifters, fated mates, and enemies with benefits!
ARC Review | Spark the Flames by Ivy Asher - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this book is like an adult version of Avatar: the last Airbender
ARC REVIEW | Awakening by J. Ross - Alated Bibliophile
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New adult/Contemporary

 
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Look at little baby blogger Risa saying the idea of a stepbrother romance wigged her out. Oh, you sweet summer child, if you only know the things you've read since…
This book is amazing and I've read it a few times over since.
S.O.B. - Alated Bibliophile
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Fantastic book, I loved it. Also, I read this book before the cover changed and I definitely prefer the old cover…but don't judge it by its cheesy cartoon cover, okay? It's amazing.
RoomHate by Penelope Ward - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Super emotional book but a fantastic story.
REVIEW | Forgetting August by J. L. Berg - Alated Bibliophile
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I adore pretty much everything Jo Raven writes. These two interconnecting series were what got me started on her and I've been a huge fan since.
REVIEW | Ocean by Jo Raven - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I loved this book
REVIEW | Waiting on Faith by Nicole Richard - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Another Jo Raven <3
Caveman – Jo Raven - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Not my usually type of book, but I have to admit that I enjoyed this series!
Rock F*ck Club – Michelle Mankin - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Jo Raven is always a yes for me
Broken Compass by Jo Raven - Alated Bibliophile
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I enjoyed this one, but I definitely need to re-read and see what I think of it now lol
Gas or Ass by Eden Connor - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This was my first why choose series and it has such a special place in my heart
Polaris – Autumn Reed and Julia Clarke - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I didn't think I'd like it, but I enjoyed it
Rock F*ck Club 2 – Michelle Mankin - Alated Bibliophile
 
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CoraLee is an incredible writer
Sunshine and Bullets – CoraLee June - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Such a fun read!
The Hating Game – Sally Thorne - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Cowboy romance and found family
Finding Home – J.C. Valentine - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Dark
The Hanged Man – Clarissa Wild - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Inspired by Wuthering Heights.
Heath – K. Webster and Nikki Ash - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This was such a good book!
Review | Full Glasses and Burju Shoes by Blake Blessing - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Female football coach and three super hot football players.
The Reverse Play – Julia Clarke - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I LOVED this book
Resolutions – Lucy Eden - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Great characters
REVIEW | Infamous by Lizzie Fox - Alated Bibliophile
 
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beautifully written
REVIEW | Never Touched by Laney Wylde - Alated Bibliophile
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so, so good. Skye Warren is amazing.
Overture – Skye Warren - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I adore Katy Regnery's books
Arrange Me – Katy Regnery - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was such a unique premise! still one I think about to this day.
While I Was Away – Stylo Fantome - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I absolutely loved this book. I'm still hoping MCG continues this series!
Skater Boy – Mary Catherine Gebhard - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Julia Clarke is another favorite
Playing Defense – Julia Clarke - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I...didn't like this one. lol.
Stroked Eagle – Dawn Wright - Alated Bibliophile
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great book
Lament – Lynsey M. Stewart - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I love the forced proximity/roommates-to-lovers story line!
Desperately Seeking Roommate – Micalea Smeltzer - Alated Bibliophile
 
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don't let the title fool you, this is a fantastic rock star romance!!
REVIEW: Starfish – Lisa Becker - Alated Bibliophile
 
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another blake blessing series that I love <3
REVIEW: Pretty Lies – Blake Blessing - Alated Bibliophile
 
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love her
REVIEW: Calling the Plays by Julia Clarke - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was such a good book!
REVIEW: The Revenge Plan by Linda Kage - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This book is devastating, infuriating, and captivating.
REVIEW | Cruel Prince by A. Jade - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I didn't enjoy this one too much when I read it the first time, but it's apparently a favorite among several bully romance fans. I'll have to do a re-read sometime!
REVIEW | Boys That Tease by Betti Rosewood - Alated Bibliophile
 
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blake blessing >>>
REVIEW | Ugly Truths by Blake Blessing - Alated Bibliophile
 
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V R Baucke is an amazing writer. I loved this book.
REVIEW: Ride for Me – V R Baucke - Alated Bibliophile
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I don't think this got as much attention as it should've among why choose fans.
REVIEW | Little White Lies by Sapphire Knight - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Contemporary romance
Review | Unexpected by Jenna Hartley - Alated Bibliophile
 
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SO good!
REVIEW | Indecent Proposal by JC Valentine - Alated Bibliophile
 
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This book will break your heart and put it back together again. Be prepared to hurt!
Review | Stolen Soulmate by Mary Catherine Gebhard - Alated Bibliophile
 
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I loved this book
Review | Heartless Hero by Mary Catherine Gebhard - Alated Bibliophile
 
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very emotional read and different from what I normally read.
Review | Scarlett XOXO – Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was a good one!
Review | Be Your Mistake by Sariah Skye (M/M) - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Autumn Reed is one of my unicorn authors. I will read absolutely anything she writes.
Review | Spineless by Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this series, y'all >>>
Review | Heartless by Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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loved it
Review | Extra Credit by Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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i absolutely love this series
REVIEW | Witless by Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was goooood
REVIEW | Bloody Princess by Helen Scott & Zoey Shelby - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Disability rep, super sexy scenes, amazing characters!
REVIEW | Knot My Type by Evie Mitchell - Alated Bibliophile
 
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very good!
REVIEW | Killer Beauty by Eva Chance & Harlow King - Alated Bibliophile
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yet again, autumn is a unicorn author. i'll read anything she writes!!
REVIEW | Regrets, Presley by Autumn Reed - Alated Bibliophile
 
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Thirst tiktoker meets his biggest fan.
ARC Review | With This Mask by Vera Black - Alated Bibliophile
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this series has me in a chokehold. look, it's not the best written thing I've read, but the STORY and the characters, omg. absolutely obsessed!
Mini Reviews | Seduce and Destroy 1-3 by Hazel Grace - Alated Bibliophile
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dark and twisty hockey why choose!!
ARC Review | Break Your Pucking Heart by Rachel Leigh - Alated Bibliophile
 
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sooo good. slightly dark why choose
ARC Review | White Rose Painted Red by Blake & Elena Lawson - Alated Bibliophile
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dark dystopian romance. slave x slave owner's daughter
Review | Never Broken & Never Bound by Everly Claire - Alated Bibliophile
 
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incredibly emotional read. i absolutely loved this book!
REVIEW | The Simple Wild by K.A. Tucker - Alated Bibliophile

Thriller

 
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I rarely read anything outside of the “romance” genre, but this is a story I can't get out of my head even years later. I highly recommend it for any thriller fans, or for anyone wanting to expand their genres!
REVIEW | The Torment of Rachel Ames by Jeff Gunhus - Alated Bibliophile
 
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It's been years since I've read this book and I don't really know how to categorize it, so take this with a grain of salt lol. I did enjoy this book, though!
Sleepy Hollow: An Ingenius Retelling From Katrina’s Point of View - Alated Bibliophile
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Super creepy but so compelling. Also, this audiobook was fantastic. The narrator is incredible. I highly recommend!
REVIEW | AUDIOBOOK: You – Caroline Kepnes - Alated Bibliophile
 
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by my dear friend and one of my favorite writers (she was a favorite writer first, friend second, so I'm only *slightly* biased :P) This is an awesome suspense book. not sure I'd classify it as a romance, but it has romantic elements. highly recommen...
REVIEW: Deadly Deception by JC Valentine - Alated Bibliophile

Dark romance

 
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Suuuper dark romance
The Devil – Ashley Jade - Alated Bibliophile
 
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A therapist falls in love with her serial k!ller patient. Oh…and he's in prison for unaliving her family.
ARC Review | Beautiful Prey by Lora Darc - Alated Bibliophile
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dark!! but so so good.
ARC Review | Haunted Prey by Lora Darc - Alated Bibliophile
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Sci-fi

 
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Sci-fi romance
The Forgotten Commander – K. Webster & Nicole Blanchard - Alated Bibliophile

Dystopian

 
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Very Mad Max-esque. I'm not a fan of Mad Max…so that should tell you all you need to know, lol
The Wasteland – K.A. Knight - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this was SUCH a good book and I'm so sad he hasn't continued this series. I hope he will one day!
Till Death Do Us Part – A.J. Lee - Alated Bibliophile

Poetry

 
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Beautiful book of poems!
Nocturnal – Wilder Poetry - Alated Bibliophile

Manga/Graphic Novels

 
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The art style is stunning!
REVIEW | The Avant-Guards, Vol. 1 by Carly Usdin and Noah Hayes (Illustrator) - Alated Bibliophile

Holiday

 
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perfect for holiday romance fans!
Review | Under the Mistletoe by JC Valentine - Alated Bibliophile
 
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this is a cute why choose, perfect for spooky season!
ARC | Review | A Little Spooky by Pepper Swan - Alated Bibliophile
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