Not Guilty of Books

  TEDDY Elite 8 Studios - Book Five by Emmy Sanders Release Date: April 25, 2024 Review A little bit of kinky and a whole lot of tenderness. I love it when authors have different styles of series or books.  Emmy first came onto the scene with a gorgeous, emotional, and angsty series, but then also brought us the Elite 8 Studio series. Written with the same quality but lighter and more playful.  It’s a great balance. ‘Teddy’ is all about found family and creating a life that feels safe and warm and accepting. Teddy, the man, is such an easygoing and thoughtful guy. He’s a total Daddy. Even if he’s tried to erect some walls after a betrayal he endured. Something about Kipp draws him in, but he fights it, until one night when he wakes up married to that very man. Kipp is kind of an adorable hot mess. A total people-pleaser. You can see why Teddy wants to look after him.  There’s a wonderful progression to this story, plenty of humour, and a lot of exploration. Also, with the support of th

  AKIRA Black Cate Circus: Pearl of Fate - Book Three by Kota Quinn Release Date: April 26, 2024 Review One of the things I enjoy about series like this is they push me out of my usual box. Kitsune you say? First I’ve heard of it, but now I have a foxy kink. I loved the ‘trying to not like him, but fate has other ideas’ vibes. Rivery is wary of Akira, the intriguing man who largely keeps to himself. River’s life is also in upheaval having finally been united with his brother, learning of the paranormal, and trying to decide the direction of his life. Akira is also trying to figure out what’s next in life. Having fled his home from people after him for his fur. Leaving behind his best friend. These two have the perfect connection - one kitsune, one human obsessed with kitsune lore and is the basis for their being able to build trust, friendship, and ultimately love. They have some fantastic chemistry, full of exploration. But also plenty of sweetness and lovely support for one another&#

  ON THIN ICE Arctic Titans of Northwood U - Book Six by Hayden Hall Release Date: April 25 2024 Review Finally, the stepbrothers!! On Thin Ice is a bit different than the other books in this series, in that it mostly takes place away from campus at their family lake house. So, though I missed the campus life and the team especially, it made sense to their story. Trying to meld two families together, especially when it involves teen boys can’t be easy, and if not done with care can lead to a lot of animosity. And in this case it didn’t go well. No matter how many times Asher’s mom called them brothers, they did not feel the same. They existed around each other, nothing more. "You are my everything. You are all I want and can’t have. You’re the dreams I dream and the song I hear in total silence. You’re my happy place, but I can’t let you find that out." Even still, they had an impact on each other. But it’s not until they spend the summer together at the lake house that they

RESTLESS Squad Goals - Book Two by Willow Thomas Release Date: April 25, 2024 Review A quick sweet read with a lot of hilarious banter between the jock and the cheerleader! And their friends of course. Neither deny their chemistry but Gio is wary of starting with Tucker seeing as his recent relationship ended when the guy cheated on him. But Tucker is basically a golden retriever who is not dissuaded from his quest to date the beautiful and slightly snarky cheerleader. These two are a lot of fun but also touching as they work through some personal issues as well. There are a number of great scenes, especially when Gio meets Tucker’s mom and an epic declaration of love! This is a lovely series with some awesome friend groups and hilarious interactions. Add to your TBR List GOODREADS LINK Synopsis The Cheerleader and the Football Star Gio Kissing Tucker Evans at a frat party was a stupid idea. He’s still getting over his cheating ex and there is no way I am anyone’s rebound guy. Except w