My Ex-Boyfriend's Brothers by Rebel Bloom

 My Ex-Boyfriend's Brothers

By Rebel Bloom

Hold Tight this is a wild ride!

My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐

Spice Rating: 🌶🌶🌶🌶 (It wasss Hot!)

If you ever wonder why I Rate things three stars I do have a whole blog for this, but I will tell you again. I love this book, and I thought it was the cutest, but I don't think I will ever pick this book up again. I will on occasion think of it. I don't have the best memories, but scenes will pop into my head. That is a three star for me.

Synopsis:

Getting over your ex by getting under someone new is normal.
Getting with your ex's three brothers while planning his wedding? That's next-level chaos.

I'm Maggie, and according to my ex, I'll never be "perfect" enough. Too curvy, too messy, too… me. So when he asks me to plan his wedding, I should've said no. Instead, my bank account screamed yes—and now I'm stuck planning his perfect day alongside his three sinfully HOT older brothers.

There's Jackson, the tattooed bad boy whose touch makes my common sense vanish. Luke, the broody billionaire who gets everything he wants. And Ryan, the globe-trotting charmer whose dimpled grin makes me burn up in places that would scandalize the mother-of-the-bride.

I swore I'd keep things professional. Really, I did. But when Jackson pins me against the venue wall, Luke's late-night meetings turn unprofessional, and Ryan's pre-wedding photoshoot ends with me in my birthday suit... Let's just say my ex's wedding is the least of my problems. Between hiding hickeys from my ex, becoming besties with his bride-to-be, and trying to remember which brother left which mark, I'm in way over my head.

And if my groom-zilla ex finds out? I could lose more than just my career—I could lose the three men who finally make me feel like I'm everything.

My Ex-Boyfriend's Brothers is a steamy reverse harem rom-com with enough heat to melt the wedding cake before it hits the table. HEA guaranteed!

My Review:

Last night I decided to pick up a completely random book, and fate led me straight to My Ex-Boyfriend’s Brothers. And listen, if the title alone made you raise an eyebrow and think, Is this book really about what I think it’s about? Then yes, you are absolutely correct. Also, we should be friends, because clearly we are on the same chaotic, romance-loving wavelength.

I’m a sucker for a good reverse harem romance. Truly, I will root for people finding happiness in whatever dynamic works for them, as long as there’s chemistry and consent, and in this case, that happiness happens to be with all of her ex’s brothers. Honestly? Iconic behavior.

Imagine minding your business and one of them confesses he’s been secretly pining for you… and then the other two confess the exact same thing. Not one, not two, but three men admitting they've been waiting for you for six whole years? I would have simply passed out on the spot. The setup alone had me hooked, and the author really leaned into the tension, the longing, and the “is this really happening?” energy that makes reverse harem stories so addictive.

The plot itself was surprisingly cute. Even with all the wild dynamics and tangled history, it still had that cozy, sweet undertone where you can’t help but root for everyone involved. And let me just say, the villain? Still the same terrible villain all the way through. Karma did its thing, and when it came, it came deliciously.

By the end, the reverse harem dynamic worked out in a way that felt satisfying and balanced. Everyone ended up exactly where they needed to be, happy in their unconventional little love bubble. And yes, if you look past the whole shared-brothers aspect… it’s adorable. But let’s be real, that part also makes it kind of hot. No shame here.

Overall, it was a fun, spicy, surprisingly sweet romance that didn’t take itself too seriously, and I enjoyed every messy, chaotic page of it. If reverse harem is your thing, or if you’re reverse-harem curious, this one is definitely worth a read.

Bite: A Dark Vampire Romance by C.J. Primer

 Bite: A Dark Vampire Romance

by C.J. Primer

There are a ton of things that I want to add to my blog post but there aren't enough words to get it all together. Here is a review for the book Bite.

My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice Rating: 🌶🌶🌶🌶

Synopsis: 

I was running out of options. Jobless, hungry, and exhausted, with no clue what to do next.

Then help came in the form of a business card.

Bite: an underground blood agency matching consenting donors with vampires willing to pay a premium for live feedings.

One bite may not be so bad. It could fix a lot of my problems.

But then one bite turns into two, and the next thing I know I’m standing at a donor gala, catching the eye of the most powerful man in the room.

James Devereaux, vampire king of the Northeast. A vamp who never drinks from the same human twice.

Until me.

He offers a deal I can’t a year as his exclusive donor in exchange for enough money to set me up for life.

There’s just one catch– it isn’t only my blood he wants.

Bite is a dark modern vampire romance that includes scenes and situations that may be triggering for some readers. If you’re unsure or unfamiliar with dark romance, please review the full list of trigger warnings inside this book before reading. This standalone novel has no cliffhangers and guarantees a happily-ever-after (HEA) for the main characters.

My Review: 

Vampires are the reason I fell in love with monsters in the first place. If I were ever given the chance to become one? I’d say yes before the question even finished leaving their lips. Bite taps directly into that obsession. It follows a woman who’s down on her luck and desperate to make money fast, so desperate that when her friend recommends a vampire feeding site, she actually considers it. And honestly? Getting paid to let gorgeous, powerful vamps feed from you sounds like a win-win. Nothing like being a live-in, warm-blooded donor… right?

The premise hooked me instantly. It’s seductive, dangerous, and somehow still feels grounded in the very human struggle of needing a break. The idea of being matched with elite vampires, earning stacks of cash, and maybe, just maybe, finding something deeper along the way? Total fantasy fuel. And while the vampires in this world don’t view love the same way humans do (and yes, I pouted about that), watching the FMC try to navigate her connection with a vampire who has spent centuries being an arrogant, emotionally constipated menace was so satisfying. The way he starts to unravel around her? I lived for that.

If you crave a story that blends a solid plot with vampires, intensity, emotional tension, and a whole lot of spice, this is absolutely your next read. I don’t know if there’s going to be a second book, but I need to know where their story goes. If there is more coming, I will be first in line, fangs out and ready.

Beneath the Silvern Pond by M.A. Brown

 Beneath the Silvern Pond

by M.A. Brown

My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice Rating: 🌶

Here me out it's Novella November and this short read is worth it!

Synopsis:

Lucrecia is expected to attract a wealthy suitor whose money can save her family from ruin... but what happens when she becomes obsessed with the creature living in the pond instead?

Beneath the Silvern Pond is a dark summer Frog Prince, reimagining.

I just found out there is a book before this one and I am excited! 

My review: 

“Beneath the Silvern Pond” swept me up far more than I expected for such a short story. I’m not even sure if it’s part of a series yet, but honestly? I hope it becomes one, because this little novella has so much potential simmering beneath the surface. Just so we’re clear from the start, I went into this blind, and I came out pleasantly surprised.

What really hooked me from page one was the author’s writing style. It felt poetic, lyrical, haunting, and somehow both soft and razor-sharp at the same time. For a story of its length, it managed to captivate me instantly, pulling me into a world that, frankly, both fascinated and disgusted me (in the best way). The disgust comes not from the content being poorly done, but from the time period itself; this is a historical setting where women were treated like currency, sold off to the highest bidder for status, lineage, or wealth. And the author did such a phenomenal job capturing that raw injustice that you can’t help but feel it.

Some lines were so gorgeous and emotionally loaded that I had to stop and reread them. A few favorites:

“My breaths slowed. I could almost imagine that if I stayed this way long enough that I might begin to grow moss. My skin might become stone, and I would cease to feel anything other than the gentle stroking of the shallows against my soul.”

Tell me that isn’t absolutely stunning.

“Dozens of eyes peeled my flesh, dissecting me, stripping me bare. I was a flower pressed into glass admired for my beauty and not my worth.”

The imagery? Devastating and perfect, and here is the repulsion.

“‘My, my, she is a willowy slip of a thing,’ the lord commented… ‘Are those hips of hers wide enough to bear sons do you think?’ Not a compliment then.”

These lines cut deep, and they’re meant to.

Despite its brevity, the story held my attention from start to finish, and then some. And let’s not forget one of the best parts: this is a sapphic romance with a monster twist. If you know me, you know I am always here for a good monster romance, and this one delivered just enough to make me crave more.

In the end, Beneath the Silvern Pond was a beautifully dark and captivating read. It left me wanting more, in the best way, and I genuinely hope the author continues this world or expands the story. There’s so much magic and meaning hidden between these pages, and I’d happily dive back into its depths.

Carnival Nightmares by Selena Winters

 Carnival Nightmares 

by Selena Winters

My Rating: ⭐

Spice Rating: 🌶🌶🌶🌶

Just because this wasn't for me doesn't mean this isn't going to be for you. If you like your men unhinged in the weirdest way possible this one is for you.

Synopsis: 

In the once-quiet town of Willow Creek, my life was a steady beat, a rhythmic routine, until the carnival stormed in, a whirlwind of chaos and danger.

Under the neon lights and haunting melodies, Cade's eyes found mine—piercing, intense, sending shivers through my soul. He was a dark storm, a looming shadow over my every move.

Cade's obsession was relentless, his desire a madness that knew no bounds. Like a predator, he stalked me, every step a calculated move in his sinister dance. I tried to resist, but his twisted charm was a siren's song, pulling me deeper into his carnival of nightmares.

Reality blurred into illusion, and I found myself ensnared in a sinister game, where every shadow whispered secrets and every smile hid a threat. In Willow Creek's heart, where nightmares walked freely and darkness reigned, I faced a chilling in a stalker's eyes, love and obsession are one.

As the carnival lights dim and darkness falls, I stand at a crossroads. Will I succumb to Cade's dangerous embrace, or will I fight to break free from his deadly grip?

Carnival Nightmare is a dark stalker novella with heavy subjects that some readers may find triggering. There will be access to a full list of the warnings at the beginning of the book. This story has no cliffhanger and ends with a HEA.

My Review: 

Carnival Nightmares by Selena Winters had a premise that immediately caught my attention, a dark romance set within a twisted carnival. I want to love carnival romances. I keep hoping to find one that truly captures that eerie, wicked atmosphere while still delivering characters and chemistry I can invest in. Unfortunately, this book wasn’t that experience for me.

From the start, something about it just didn’t click. It wasn’t one specific issue so much as an overall feeling that kept pulling me out of the story. While I appreciate dark themes and morally gray characters, the execution here didn’t land in a way that made me want to continue with the series.

The FMC didn’t resonate with me, and I found it hard to connect with her motivations or emotional journey. On the other side, the MMC’s unhinged behavior wasn’t the kind of dark or dangerous that feels compelling, it veered into territory that felt chaotic without purpose, making it difficult for me to root for the romance or even fully engage with the plot.

Overall, Carnival Nightmares had all the ingredients for a dark, atmospheric carnival romance, but the dynamic between the characters and the tone of the story ultimately didn’t work for me. I genuinely hope others enjoy it, but this one just wasn’t a match for my tastes. If anything, it reminded me that I’m still on the hunt for that perfect carnival romance, dark, decadent, and wicked in all the right ways.

 Mean One by A.B. Cynthe 

My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice level: 🌶🌶🌶🌶

(Look, is this unhinged? Yessss, but does that make me want to read it more? Why yes, yes, it does. The more people tell me something is unhinged and or they leave a review that says, "What did I just read?" I'm all in.

Synopsis:

'Tis the season for revenge.

And that's all it says! I mean, i just knew there was going to be a good time between these pages. And before you come for me, yes, I like my mean morally gray but leaning to black. 

My Review: 

Last night I dove headfirst into Mean One by A.B. Cynthe, and honestly? I’m still reeling. I grabbed this novella thanks to a chaotic TikTok review, and let me tell you right now, it absolutely did not disappoint. This 97-page fever dream is packed with pure, unfiltered hate, revenge, and just enough smut to make your brain short-circuit. And if anything on this planet has the power to permanently rewire your neural pathways… it’s Grinch smut. Yes. You read that right. And before anyone asks, yes, the names have been changed, because copyright is a thing and apparently sanity is not.

I genuinely don’t know who I was as a person before reading this book. What do you mean his peen is hairy all over? How do I go back to my regular life after that? How do any of us? Monster girlies, rise up, this one’s for every single one of us who reads unhinged romance for a good time and absolutely no regrets.

This novella is going to make you question your moral compass, your taste in men, your reading habits, and possibly your life choices. You will finish it in a state of stunned silence, blinking at the wall and whispering, “What in the unholy Christmas hell did I just experience?”

Please, for the love of everything wicked and green, read the trigger warnings. This is a dark horror retelling, emphasis on dark, and it does not end the way you think it will. Because seriously… WTF was that ending?! I’m still processing. And I kind of want more.

 Reborn by Jaymin Eve

The final installment in the Shadow Beast Shifter series.

Man, I am so sad that I am done. But I will be hopping in on the three stand alones. There is something so final about finishing a series that you loved. 

My date: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶

There was a bit more spice.

Synopsis:

The epic conclusion to the Shadow Beast Shifters.

I finally have the life I always dreamed of. So why does it taste like ash on my tongue?

Growing up in Torma, the strongest of the shifter packs, I wanted nothing more than to find my true mate and live my best life. Of course, that dream existed before my father betrayed the pack and turned me into their punching bag.

I’d all but given up, until a quirk of true mate genetics gifted me a true mate like no other.

It seems my childhood dreams were finally a reality. Funny how quickly dreams turn into nightmares.

I’m being lied to and missing weeks and months of time. Someone messed with me and no matter how often I’m told to forget it and move on as Torin’s mate, there’s no way I can. Whoever did this to me should have known I’d pick at it until it bled. It’s my nature after all.

As I search out random growls, flutters in my chest, and a suspicion that there’s so much more going on than I could even imagine, I sense that I’m racing against an unknown clock.

I need to get to the bottom of this mystery.

And when I figure out who stole my memories, they’re going to wish they never messed with Mera Callahan.

Game on.

As before this is the new cover↑ and blow is the old one↓. I love the new cover but the old covers are beautiful too!

My Review:

Reborn is the explosive finale to Jaymin Eve’s Shadow Beast Shifters series, and honestly, no one should be surprised that I absolutely devoured it. This book is everything a series ender should be: emotional, action-packed, and full of that bittersweet “I can’t believe it’s over” feeling that lingers long after you close the final page.

From start to finish, Reborn ties together the chaos, danger, and deep emotional connections that have been building since book one. It’s a story about finding your place, your people, and ultimately yourself, and Jaymin weaves that theme so beautifully through every twist and turn.

Just like the previous books, this one never slows down. The action hits hard, the mysteries keep you guessing, and the stakes feel sky-high. Mera, our fierce and stubborn FMC, refuses to back down no matter what gets thrown her way. Honestly, that girl’s hardheadedness might even rival mine, and that’s saying something! There were moments when her impulsiveness made her feel a little young, but by the end, you could feel her evolution. Watching her finally step into her power was such a rewarding payoff after everything she’s been through.

And can we talk about the worldbuilding? Jaymin’s ability to craft such a vivid, intricate universe never fails to amaze me. Every book in this series feels like stepping into a living, breathing world filled with danger, loyalty, love, and a touch of the wild. Even after three books, the characters still feel alive, and the story never loses its spark.

I also have to mention the audiobook, because wow. The narrator’s deep, commanding voice? He legit sounds like Liam Neeson, and it fits the Shadow Beast perfectly. It made the entire experience even more immersive and cinematic.

If you love shifter romances with heart-stopping action, powerful character growth, and lush worldbuilding that pulls you under and doesn’t let go, The Shadow Beast Shifters series is an absolute must-read. Reborn is the perfect conclusion, epic, emotional, and completely satisfying.

Give it a shot. You’ll be howling for more. 🐺✨

Reclaimed by Jaymin Eve

Here we go again. I am soooo happy that I loved this series so much but am I paying for it this morning. I am, and it isn't going to stop me from jumping into book 3 once I finish posting these reviews. Why am I posting them now instead of reading? Because the feelings I have for these books are still fresh and I would love to get them out before my brain just blinds them all together. I am definitely going to get these books for trophies when they release.

My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Spice Rating: 🌶🌶🌶 (This one had the goods!)

If you don't like spice that is fine, but in this corner, we love it with or without. I think this argument for me comes down to I am grown and grown people do grown things. I used to read nothing but YA and while I still enjoy them, I do feel like I have evolved. Hey! Don't yuck my yum. I am a monster romance girly all the way!

Synopsis: 

They all made a terrible mistake. One they will pay for.

For the past ten years I’ve been a victim. A victim to my pack. A victim to my true mate, who rejected me in the most brutal of ways. And a victim to Shadow Beast, who used me for his own gains.

Or did he?

The beast of mystery never reveals his whole hand, but one thing is for sure… in my time with him, I've changed. Now I will no longer walk the path dictated by the powerful men in my life. Never again will I let my strength be taken from me.

I must evolve or die.

And we all know, with a choice like that, there’s really only one answer.

Here again is the new cover ↑ and can  everyone say Shadow (Daddy) 

Below is the cover before the revamp. To be honest I love them both. ↓

(The library is everything! So, in love and I would fall in love with the person who gave me this world of knowledge.)

Anyways, to the review.

My Review:

Did I just binge two books in one day? Absolutely. Do I regret it? Not even a little. From the very first page of book one to the final heart-pounding moment of book two, I was completely seated. Jaymin once again proves that she’s a master of crafting intricate, interwoven worlds that feel as real and alive as the characters living in them.

Let’s talk about book two, because wow, there’s a lot to love. It picks up exactly where the first book left off, and yes, that cliffhanger from book one? It got me. I had no choice but to dive straight into book two that same night (sleep? Never heard of her). From the first chapter, the action and emotional intensity hit full force. I won’t spoil anything, but let’s just say this book had me feeling everything. The pain, the hope, the love, the rage, I was right there with the characters, riding every wave of emotion.

Jaymin’s world-building continues to be breathtaking. It’s so vivid that I could practically see the colors, smell the air, and imagine the unique creatures that filled this world. Every setting felt like it had depth and history. And what stood out even more in this installment was the focus on found family. The way the characters built bonds, stood up for each other, and created a home out of chaos, hit me right in the heart.

And then there’s love. Not some destined-by-the-stars, easy kind of love, no, this was the fierce, messy, hard-fought kind that makes you want to scream at the pages. The kind of love that’s worth every battle. I also adored how unapologetically strong the female characters were, warriors through and through, who didn’t care one bit if a man told them what to do. They owned every scene they were in.

If you’re looking for a series that will leave you on the edge of your seat, questioning what’s coming next, this is it. It has everything: action, adventure, heartbreak, healing, and characters that will stay with you long after you’ve closed the book. Jaymin’s storytelling is the kind that pulls you in and refuses to let go, and honestly, I wouldn’t want it any other way.

(Sigh) I am going to be lost after this series, and I hope that it doesn't put me into a book slump, but I feel it brewing! I do have three standalones I can get through! 

And Jaymin, please put me on your ARC readers list. I will read the Alphabet soup you made. I am in love with your writing and world building I don't think I could ever get enough.