The Governess Was Wicked by Julia Kelly

Elizabeth Porter became a governess after the death of her father.   After she paid off his gambling debts, she needed a position and found one as the governess for two boisterous girls.  When the girls get a new baby brother, they start falling ill and needing the doctor.  The more charming Dr. Edward Fellows visits the home, the more he finds himself attracted to Elizabeth.  Can they fight their desire?

I enjoyed this Regency.  It was fast paced and the characters were fun.  It was a quick read.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book provided by NetGalley and the Publisher.  Thank you.

When a Marquess Chooses a Bride by Ella Quinn

I disliked Dominic at the beginning of the novel and kept wondering if he truly was the hero.  He didn't like Dotty's name and called her Thea.  He was just too stuffy for Dotty.  But, as the novel progressed, I understood why Dominic was the way he was and hurt for the boy he was.  At the end of the novel, I adored him.

This was a fantastic read.  I loved the family and friendship the characters shared.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

Legal Wolf's Mate by Eve Langlais

The novel started out with Broderick (from "Catch a Tiger by the Tail" ) convincing his lawyer friend, Gavin to take Megan's murder case.  Megan is somehow being framed for murder by the wolf that created Gavin, Fabian Garoux.

Fabian didn't give Gavin a choice in becoming a wolf.  Fabian wanted his own lawyer for his "organization".  Having Brody tell Gavin that Fabian was framing Megan was the guarantee that Gavin would take the case.  Gavin did not want to become a wolf and wants nothing to do with Fabian.

The last thing Megan remembered before waking up to the police in her apartment telling her she murdered her boss was wanting to eat Thai food and chill.  Now, she is being accused of murder and it all goes back to Fabian Garoux.

So, the story is moving along great, loved the snark.  Then, for me, it jumped the shark and went over the edge.  I was not a fan of the Shifter meets Soprano twist.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book provided by NetGalley and the publisher.

Wild by Eve Langlais, Kate Douglas and A.C. Arthur

I received this ARC from the publisher and NetGalley.  I jumped at the chance to read it because Eve Langlais is one of my favorite "shifter" authors.

I loved "Catch a Tiger by the Tail".  There is nothing like a hot geeky guy.  Brody was just purfect for Lulu.  Along with the plot twists, there was humor.  It was a good, quick read.  Eve Langlais writes my favorite escapism shifter novels.  Another awesome novella.

I first read as an ARC then bought the other two titles in this book. They were two different styles that I enjoyed reading (and have re-read them several times.)  I posted the reviews below.

Feral Passions by Kate Douglas

Cherry's sister Christa and her BFF Stephanie convince Cherry to go on a week vacation to a resort named Feral Passions.  The resort only books six spots and only for women per week.  It is also a preserve for wolves.  Traker Jakes and his pack have opened Feral Passions to find their mates.  When Cherry's group arrives, Brad and Cain are immediately attracted to Cherry.  Cherry has had one experience with a boy in high school who was using her to get a good grade in a math class.  After he posted pictures on the internet, she does not trust men.  She starts to trust Brad and Cain while noticing that the wolves that hang out with her, and have their same eye color, are never around when Brad and Cain are with her.

I enjoyed this novel.  The sex scenes were hot and part of the ending was unexpected.  I like that it was a group of characters that got their HEA   I am hoping that this is the first in a series.

The Alpha's Mate by A. C. Arthur

So, I am revising my review.  When I first read the book, I was relatively new to shifter novels and found this one was way different.  I decided to go back and read it.  And, was I blown away.

There isn't a cookie cutter mold for shifter novels.  Every author has a different take.  I love the spin off of Greek mythology and the different types of shifter packs.  I love how the characters have more of an edge.  Kira was an awesome, strong alpha female.


I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book provided by NetGalley and the publisher.

Rosemary's Double Delight by Heather Rainier

Rosemary Piper has known Wes and Evan Garner since they were in kindergarten.  They were planning on getting married after they graduated from college, but Evan couldn't keep it zipped.  After a painful divorce, can Evan rebuild his relationship with Rosemary to give the three of them their HEA?

I loved Rosemary's devotion to Wes and Evan. This was another wonderful book in this series.

Highland Temptation by Jennifer Haymore

Lady Emilia Buchanan discovered papers in her father's study linking him to a traitorous scheme against the crown.  After her father beat her, she turned to the Highland Knights for protection.  In their safe house, she discovers an attraction to Sir Colin Stirling.

Sir Colin Stirling has been chased by the demons of war since Waterloo.  His nightmares are violent and he doesn't trust himself with any relationships.  Lady Emilia brings out the protective instinct that he has buried.

Soon, all Colin wants is a chance to find some sort of happiness with Emilia.

This book was amazing.  I was hooked from the beginning and didn't put it down until "The End".  I loved the characters and their adventure.

This is the third in the Highland Knights series.  It read quite well as a standalone.  The characters from previous novels flowed around the plot but did not smother it and let Colin and Emilia have their own story.

I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.  Thank You!

My Fair Princess by Vanessa Kelly

Raised in Italy, Gillian Dryden lives in a world in between.  As the illegitimate daughter of a prince, she fits in no world.  When her beloved stepfather was killed by bandits, Gillian sought revenge.  Her mother and grandmother return to England to find a suitable husband for Gillian.  Gillian is a fish out of water and needs help negotiating the Ton.

Her grandmother asks Charles Penley, the Duke of Leverton to help transform Gillian.  Charles is know in the Ton as Peerless Penley.  He may be the one person that can transform Gillian.

I loved how Charles fell in love with someone that was his exact opposite.  It brought out another side in his character.  He was the one person that could transform Gillian and still keep her spirit.  I absolutely loved this novel!

I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.  Thank you!