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”The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion: Vol 1” Review
Fiction + Historical Fiction
“Trust Fall” Review
Fiction + Romance + Young Adult
“A Study in Drowning” Review: Liked It, Can’t Recommend It
Fantasy + Fiction + Romance + Young Adult
“Daughter of the Pirate King” Review: Good not Great
Fantasy + Fiction + Young Adult
“In Time“ Review: An Intense Novela
Dystopian + Fiction + Young Adult
“Of Curses and Kisses” Review: A Book That Fell Flat
Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

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“Near Misses & Cowboy Kisses” Review: A Cute Cowboy Romance

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

Are you looking for a romance with cute cowboys, witty banter, and a connection you just can’t deny? Well, I’ve got you covered. Near Misses and Cowboy Kisses is everything you want, wrapped up with a bow.

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“Places We’ve Never Been” Review

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

This book was super sweet! Though out of all the Kasie West books I’ve read this one has been my least favourite, but that doesn’t mean it’s not good! So don’t write it off yet!

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“Borrow My Heart” Review

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

This book was so cute and I enjoyed it so much. It had a fake dating (kinda?) trope that I loved and the cutest setting, a pet shelter.

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“Better Than Revenge” Review

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

I loved this book! Out of all the Kasie West books I’ve read this one definitely comes out on top. It’s so easy to read, the romance is so sweet, and don’t even get me started on the love interest. Not to mention that the writing was sweet and funny but also packed with emotion.

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“Love and Olives” My Review

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

Okay, let’s talk about Love & Olives, this book is the 3rd book in the Love and Gelato Series and in my opinion is the best in the series. It is technically a standalone, so if you only read one, make it this one.

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“Love & Luck” My Review

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

I’ll give you one reason to read this book: It. Takes. Place. In. Ireland. But, just to warn you, this book is less of a romance and more of a getting over heartbreak story, but the rest of the book more than makes up for it.

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“Love & Gelato” My Review

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

This book is the perfect summer read. In a nutshell, here is what you should expect… Italy… Gelato… A big secret… A love interest with a gap between their two front teeth… and a girl with CrAZy hair. Yep, that is Love & Gelato wrapped up with a bow.

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“Sunkissed” Review: A Clean Summer Romance Worth Reading

Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

I needed a bit of sun and summer in these cold winter months that just don’t seem to end, and this book gave me just that. Sunkissed is a great summer read, but honestly, I think it’s a good read for anyone looking for a clean, fun, sunny story.

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Everything Everything: A Romantic Emotional Rollercoaster

Romance + Young Adult

I read this book last month after taking one look at its beautiful cover and immediately buying it. I then waited until I finished the book I was currently reading (I know, such self control and maturity) before starting Everything Everything.

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“Rise of the Vicious Princess” Review

Fantasy + Fiction + Romance + Young Adult

My friend read this book before me and basically forced me to read it. Well, not really. I willingly picked it up the moment I heard it had the princess and bodyguard trope.

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