Shon's April 2020 Wrap Up & Book Haul!

Happy Thursday, Bookworms!  How are you doing?  I think I'm doing pretty good considering the stay of the world.

I only picked up two books this month and the only reason I picked up them up because they where both special on Amazon Kindle Daily Deals.  

I read 16 books this month, that bring my total to 55 books this year and I'm 6 books ahead of schedule of reading challenge.

Keep reading to see what book I pick up and what books I read this month.

Book Haul

1. Serpent & Dove (Serpent & Dove #1) by Shelby Mahurin
2. The Bone Season Series (The Bone Season #1-3) by Samantha Shannon

Wrap Up

1. Tattoos & Teacups (Tattoos #1) by Anna Martin (Rating: 2.5/5 stars)
2. Silver & Black (Silver & Black #1) by Tyler May (Rating: 2/5 stars)
3. Power Play by Cara Dee (Rating: 2/5 stars)
4. Pop Star (Famous #1) by Eden Finley (Rating: /5 stars)
5. Risk Assessment (Cabrini Law #1) by Parker St. John (Rating: 3.5/5 stars)
6. The Rules of Gift Giving (Cabrini Law #2.5) b (Rating: /5 stars)
7. The Best Friend (Red's Tavern #1) by Raleigh Ruebins (Rating: 3/5 stars)
8. Boss with Benefits by Ruthie Luhnow (Rating: 2.5/5 stars)
9. Four Letter Word (Love Logic #2) by K.M. Neuhold (Rating: 3.5/5 stars)
10. Unraveled (Inked #1) by K.M. Neuhold (Rating: 3.5/5 stars)
11. Love Bites (Thicker Than Water #1) by Ann-Katrin Byrde (Rating: 3/5 stars)
12. Love Bleeds (Thicker Than Water #2) (Rating: 2/5 stars)
13. Once Bitten (Javier Coven #1) by Jayda Marx (Rating: 3/5 stars)
14. Twice Shy (Javier Coven #2) by Jayda Marx (Rating: 3/5 stars)
15. Homerun Daddy (Timberwood Cove #1) by Liam Kingsley (Rating: 2/5 stars)
16. Surprised Daddy (Timberwood Cove #2)  (Rating: 2/5 stars)

How was your month? What books did you read and/or add to your collection?

xoxo,
Shon

Can't-Wait Wednesday / Waiting on Wednesday #106

Title: Slow Pitch
Author: Amy Lane
Expected Publication: May 19th 2020
Genres: M M Romance

Tenner Gibson has a job he enjoys, a prickly ex-wife, and an adorable daughter he wouldn’t trade for the world. With no romance, no sex life, and no other hobbies, a rec league softball team is as close as he gets to hedonism.

But life throws him a curveball when cocky Ross McTierney sets his sights on getting under Tenner’s skin.

One explosion of lust later, Tenner wonders what possessed him to have a quickie with Ross, and Ross wonders how to do it again.

Tenner has eight weeks to convince his tiny modern family that Ross is what’s best for him.  Ross has eight weeks to get used to the idea that complicated doesn’t always mean bad. Their sex life is moving at the speed of light, and everything in their relationship is coming at them too fast….

But together, they might make a connection and knock it out of the park.


What are you waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comment section below.

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking The Spine.

Can't-Wait Wednesday / Waiting on Wednesday #105

Title: Were-Geeks Save Wisconsin (Were-Geeks Save the World #1)
Author: Kathy Lyons
Expected Publication: April 14th 2020
Genres: M/M Romance

When badass werewolves battling supernatural evil realize they need tech support, they recruit a group of geeks with hilarious—and romantic—results.

Chemist Josh Collier is having a blast at a comic book convention when he gets the shock of his life—he’s a werewolf! WTF? Before he can howl, he’s whisked away to a secret lair by Nero, a hot guy dressed as a Roman centurion. Josh’s former life is over, and his genius is needed at Wulf, Inc.

Nero has no interest in babysitting a trainee were-geek when he’d rather be killing the demon that wiped out his entire pack. While Josh analyzes the monster’s weapon, wild passion ignites between him and Nero.

With destiny and their pack in the balance, can they survive the demon out to destroy Wisconsin?

What are you waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comment section below.

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking The Spine.

Can't-Wait Wednesday / Waiting on Wednesday #104

Title: Handsome Death
Author: Sara Dobie Bauer
Expected Publication: April 10th 2020
Genres: M/M Romance

I'm not hunting him; I'm protecting him.
At least, that's what I tell myself.
In New York City, a beautiful creature like Tristan Clement should not be walking the streets alone, and I'm the perfect vampire to watch his back.
But what if keeping him safe isn't enough anymore? What if I want to touch? And taste?
I need him. But I've never needed anyone.

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In a world where paranormal creatures live amongst us and must follow certain laws, living life as a dangerous loner works for vampire Ethan. Inhabiting his gleaming apartment, wearing his designer suits, jetting around the world as a fanged killer-for-hire, Ethan does it all alone.

That is, until he literally runs into Tristan. Tristan, who is clearly trouble wrapped in skinny jeans and an oversized sweater. Tristan, with his shock of angelic blond curls. Tristan, who plays piano more beautifully than the old masters-- and Ethan would know; he saw Beethoven.

Tristan is gorgeous, a little sassy, and irresistible. Also, Ethan is horrified to note, Tristan has no idea how incredibly tempting he is to things that go bump in the night.

Overcome by the urge to keep Tristan safe, Ethan begins to... well, stalk is such a strong word. What starts as an obsession quickly becomes something more, something that Ethan needs. And to his surprise, Tristan seems to need him, too...

This darkly romantic tale delivers steamy passion and a happily ever after. Be advised that Handsome Death includes explicit m/m content, stalking, mentions of past abuse, and graphic violence.

What are you waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comment section below.

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking The Spine.

Can't-Wait Wednesday / Waiting on Wednesday #103

Title: Chosen Ones (The Chosen Ones #1)
Author: Veronica Roth
Expected Publication: April 7th 2020
Genres: Fantasy

The first novel written for an adult audience by the mega-selling author of the Divergent franchise: five twenty-something heroes famous for saving the world when they were teenagers must face even greater demons—and reconsider what it means to be a hero . . . by destiny or by choice.

A decade ago near Chicago, five teenagers defeated the otherworldly enemy known as the Dark One, whose reign of terror brought widespread destruction and death. The seemingly un-extraordinary teens—Sloane, Matt, Ines, Albie, and Esther—had been brought together by a clandestine government agency because one of them was fated to be the “Chosen One,” prophesized to save the world. With the goal achieved, humankind celebrated the victors and began to mourn their lost loved ones.

Ten years later, though the champions remain celebrities, the world has moved forward and a whole, younger generation doesn’t seem to recall the days of endless fear. But Sloane remembers. It’s impossible for her to forget when the paparazzi haunt her every step just as the Dark One still haunts her dreams. Unlike everyone else, she hasn’t moved on; she’s adrift—no direction, no goals, no purpose. On the eve of the Ten Year Celebration of Peace, a new trauma hits the Chosen: the death of one of their own. And when they gather for the funeral at the enshrined site of their triumph, they discover to their horror that the Dark One’s reign never really ended.

What are you waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comment section below.

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking The Spine.

Manic Monday #16: Quarterly Wrap Up

Happy Monday, Bookworms!! How are you doing? Are you practice social distancing where you live? I have been working from home for one week. With me work from home now, I don't see any reason for me not to blog more. I have read 42 books this year and have written zero reviews. So, I'm going to give you a quick little wrap up of what I have read so far. 

January

1. Roughing the Passer by Alison Hendricks - Very slow start. Cute but don't see myself reading the other book in series. Wasn't the biggest fan of the supporting character too much drama for such a short book.

2. The Blueprint & A Deeper Blue (Rules of Possession Series) by S.E. Harmon - This was an enjoyable read, I realy like Kelly and Blue.

3. Damaged Like Us & Lovers Like Us (Like Us Series) by Krista & Becca Ritchie - I really enjoy the first two books in this series. I need to finish this series ASAP!

4. Shots on Goal by Amy Aislin - This is the thrid book in the series and just like the previous two, it start off strong but fizzle out at the end.

5. Tough Guy by Rachel Reid - The third book in the Game Changers Series, such a huge disappointment.

6. Crashing the Net, Checking It Twice, Changing the Rules (Crashing Series) by Samantha Wayland - I do not see myself rereading this series but the sex scenes in book 2 & 3 were hot AF! If you are not into MMM skip this series.

7. Rebound by L.A. Witt - Cute. May/December MM romance.

8. Pretty Perfect by Riley Hart & Christina Lee - I like this, looking forward to the next book in the series.

9. Marking What's Mine by Gianni Holmes - It was interesting. May/December MM romance. There was fair amount of steam and mild angst.

10. Voyeur by Fiona Cole - No! Hard Pass!

11. Want Me by Neve Wilder - I want to reread this but I have to many books on my TBR.

12. The Secret Thing by E.M. Denning - This is May/December MM romance. There was fair amount of steam, likable characters and mild angst.

13. Cold Light & Make Snow Mistake (Iron Heretics MC Universe) by Michelle Frost - I enjoy both, Cold Light is a dark M/M romance where Make Snow Mistake is a light cute M/M romance.

14. Blade by Aiden Bates, Ali Lyda - Is the fist book in the Hell's Ankhor Series and in my opinion the best.

February

1. Discord & Disrupt (Iron Heretics MC Universe) by Michelle Frost - Love Discord, Disrupt was a disappointment.

2. Rocket Science by K.M. Neuhold - YES!

3. Intercepted by Alexa Martin - Cute. BWWM romance.

4. Her Russian Defender by Camilla Stevens - Pick this up because I was looking for BWWM romance. Was not impress.

5. Gunnar by Aiden Bates, Ali Lyda - Book two in the Hell's Ankhor Series, was okay.

6. Devilry by Marley Valentine - Slow start, rush ending. But a great middle!

7. Forbidden Desire by L.M. Mountford - It was okay quick read but there was just something lacking with the story.

8. Fake It 'til You Make Out by Isla Olsen - This was so good. I really enjoyed this. Fake Relationship & Friends to Lovers, what more could you ask for?

9. Brighter Shades of Light by Jaclyn Osborn - I don't know what happened. This book had everything I like in a story: M/M romance, student/teacher romance, age gap, slow burn and forbidden love. But somehow it did not come together. There where parts that I did enjoy but I feel like there was more parts I did not enjoy.

10. Danger Zone by Brooke Blaine, Ella Frank - This book and these characters where just so so. I probably shouldn't have finished this, but I enjoy the authors other series (Fallen Angel) so much.

March

1. Troublemaker by Sean Ashcroft - This was so good. I really enjoyed this. Fake Relationship & Friends to Lovers, what more could you ask for?

2. The Boyfriend Game by Stella Starling - I'm a sucker for a fake boyfriend romance book.

3. Virgin Flyer by Lucy Lennox - So good, they I'm now trying to read all of Lucy Lennox books.

4. Without You by Marley Valentine - 5 stars!

5. Rebel by Aiden Bates, Ali Lyda - This is the third book in this series and I was very much looking forward to this one, because it's Rebel's story and I have wanted to know more about him since the last book. I would have DNF at about the halfway point if I hadn't wanted to see how Rebel dealt with his dad and the Vipers.

6. Just Drive by L.A. Witt - It was interesting. May/December MM romance. There was fair amount of steam and mild angst.

7. Need for Speed by Ella Frank, Brooke Blaine - So, book two in The Elite series was a step up from book one. Instead of almost smashed my kindle out of annoyance, I just rolled my eyes out of annoyance.

8. Out on the Ice by Lane Haye - This book and these characters where just so so.

Can't-Wait Wednesday / Waiting on Wednesday #102

Title: Pop Star (Famous #1)
Author: Eden Finley
Expected Publication: April 8th 2020
Genres: M/M Romance

Harley

What happens when the most successful boy band on the planet breaks up?
How about twenty thousand fans screaming my name.
But the price of fame comes with an increased risk to my safety.
I’ve been avoiding the dreaded B word for as long as I can, but after a close call with a rambunctious fan, I can’t do it anymore.
It’s time to give in.
I need to hire a full-time bodyguard.
And when he shows up, he not only screams badass, he’s another B word I try to stay away from: boyfriend material.

Brix

Protecting people is not what my company usually does, but the boss knows I need money, and the pop star is offering an insane amount to live with him and make sure no more crazy fans break into his house.
I’m doing it for the money and nothing else.
He may be the prettiest man I’ve ever seen, and I may feel sorry for the celebrity life he’s been forced into since he was a teenager, but that doesn’t mean anything.
Just because he fascinates me, that doesn’t mean I like him.
It doesn’t.
Professionalism. I’m gonna live it. Breathe it. Enforce it … Mostly.

What are you waiting for this Wednesday? Let us know in the comment section below.

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they're books that have yet to be released. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking The Spine.

Shon's April 2020 TBR

Happy First Day of April, Bookworms & Happy Birthday to ME!!!

Seriously, how is it April already??  I would like to tell you that I have an awesome list of books on my TBR this month, but I actually have no idea what I want to read this month.  I take that back, there are a couple of book that come out this month, that I have my eyes on.

Here what I have so far: 

Heartstopper: Volume One (Heartstopper #1) by Alice Oseman
Pop Star (Famous #1) by Eden Finley*

Classified (The Elite #3) by Brooke Blaine, Ella Frank*
Handsome Death by Sara Dobie Bauer*
*Kindle Unlimited

What are some of the books are looking forward to reading this month?

xoxo,
Shon