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  THE PRINCE’S CHARM Princely Plans - Book One by Ellie Ash Release Date: April 3, 2026 Review Fantastic book one to the Princely Plans series, which follows the same couple Tor and Pel. This fantasy world held a perfect mix of detailed world-building without being so complicated that I get lost. Pel and Tor don’t take an immediate liking to the other. Tor is a high prince hiding from his brother. Likeable by the masses but still a privileged guy. And though Pel is a Prince as well, he is of lower status, within the realm, and within his family. They meet in a flurry of snark, and that doesn’t end anytime soon.  It’s a slow burn, and this is only the first book in their story, but they are beginning to find that they see the other for who they are, and value them for it, which is everything they both need. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis The plan is simple. What could possibly go wrong? Prince Torex Tor’s determined to get around his brother the High King’s plan t...

  LOVE AND CLOCKWORK Marriage Market Misadventures Series by Essie Sloane Release Date: July 24, 2026 Review I’m really enjoying the Marriage Market Misadventures series, and Essie delivered a delightful addition. It’s got a cozy feeling, with some pinning, adventure, and eventually love. Oleander and Castien meet at the Marriage Market, where they share a kiss that they both think about over the years, but Oleander was never allowed to come back, so pinning it was. When they finally meet again as adults, there is definitely intrigue, but neither is willing to share their thoughts. Instead, they develop a plan for Castien to help Oleander find someone to marry. Best laid plans and all! Well, he does help him find love! Seriously, it’s a quick read, but really lovely. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis One hopeless romantic elf (emphasis on the hopeless.) One ambitious merchant elf (emphasis on the ambitious.) One week that changes everything. Oleander has been to the Ever...

  FORD Bastian Brothers - Book Three by VL Locey Release Date: July 23, 2026 Review Ford has remained a complicated mystery, having run to the ranch with his best friend from trouble. The longer he spends there, the more peace he knows. Companionship is the one thing that’s really missing, especially with his brothers Baker and Dodge having found their people. The flirty vet is a welcome distraction.  Aiden is a flirt for sure. He hasn’t done commitment before, as everyone and their brother has warned Ford about. (and pisses me off to be honest!). Not to mention the assumption that Ford doesn’t know what he wants. But they just fit.  Ford can use some lightness in his life, and Aiden finds he’s pretty good with being settled with the right person. We have another story to go. I love seeing this family find calm and love as they go. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis For Ford, the wide-open skies of Oklahoma offer not just a break from the past but a chance to bu...

  CHASE by Raleigh Ruebins Release Date: July 23, 2026 Review Such a fantastic story. Chase and Logan don’t have an easy breezy journey. It’s as chaotic as their independent lives, and though they clearly just work together, their romance is emotional and intense, but also a slow burn. They both have a lot of personal issues, and it’s so satisfying to witness the journeys they take to get to a place where they are happy and can find happiness together. It was beautiful and fulfilling. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis Chase was never part of my plan. A windstorm is hitting when I find him on the hotel rooftop. He’s young. Wild. Impulsive. Standing at the edge of twenty stories, until I grab his arm. And then I realize he doesn’t recognize who I am . Chase sees me , not just the hot new actor. And he's in pain. He's straight, but he wants to try something with me. And then he becomes obsessed. And I cross a line I swear I never would again. Logan is everything I’m not...