Contemporary Romance

⭐ 4.5

MILD, HEA

“Precious. They meet through an accidental dick coupon delivery. The end where they finally meet and realize who each is is heartwarming.” - Cardigan B

Short, Novella, Love Letter Lunacy, Nurse/Caretaker, Handyman, Down on her Luck FMC, Age 25+ FMC, Age 25+ MMC, Meet-Cute, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Neighbors

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Funny, endearing, spicy. Twins from the first two books who grow up and start looking for what they want. And Kate is a charming FMC who gets their nuttiness from the jump.” - Cardigan B

Twins, MFM, Redemption, Entrepreneurs, Professor, Dom/Sub, Grumpy/Sunshine, Overcoming Trauma, Divorce

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Be still my heart. What an adorable twist of fate this was. I still don't quite know how they ended up in a library banging after hours.” - Cardigan B

Age 30+ FMC, Age 30+ MMC, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding, Second Chance, Ex Pro-Athlete, Boss/Employee, Love Letter Lunacy, Hidden Relationship, Slow Burn, Witty Banter, Friends to Lovers, First Love Returns, Progresses Over Years, Story Told in Past and Present

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Not enemies, but not friends. Just people thrown together, dealing with their emotional baggage. They realize there's something bright in the other person and seek out those lights. There's thought and consideration without too much internal dialogue.” - Cardigan B

Tennis, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Food is Love, Slow Burn, Matchmaker, Healing Together, Sports

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Love Challenge Harriett. She's easy to root for. An FMC who evolves and truly grows-what a refreshing read! For a doctor, Ethan certainly is a block head. Thank all that's holy that he figures his shit out.” - Cardigan B

Doctor, MMC/FMC has a Cute Dog, Forced Roommates, Friends to Lovers, Abusive Parent(s), MC is a Twin, New York City, Holiday Matchmaking, Christmas Romance, FMC Falls First

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“I loved this book. It was fun, intriguing, had just the right amount of backstory, explained the character motivations, HAD SOME OF THE HOTTEST SPICE I'VE READ.” - Cardigan B

Mythology Retelling, Throne, Forbidden Love Interest, Grumpy/Sunshine, Independent FMC, Forced Proximity

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Wasn't as good as Neon Gods, they didn't give any background on Eros, like they did on Hades. And they focused a lot on her self esteem issues. Which I guess did set up a nice resolution for the mirrors.” - Cardigan B

Mythology Retelling, Marriage of Convenience, Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Plus-Siz FMC, Curvier FMC

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“I LOVE a competition story. And I loved the personalities in this book and how they all complemented one another. Achilles is brash but observant. Petroclus was bookish but sexy. And Helen was sophisticated but skeptical. The end felt rushed.” - Cardigan B

Police Officer/Detective, Mythology Retelling, Age Gap Romance, Competition Romance, LGBTQIA, Enemies to Lovers, "Male, Male Female Relationship (MMF)", Forced Proximity, Reverse Harem, Why Choose, Fiends to Lovers, Only One Bed, Bodyguard

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I love a murder mystery! I was drawn in early with the cloak and dagger subterfuge that was happening. But the plot lost me. Also..not to be weird, but there's too much consent.” - Cardigan B

Folklore Romance, Murder Mystery, Why Choose, Polyamory Love, Billionaire, Morally Grey MMC, Obsessive MMC, Dom/Sub, "Male, Male Female Relationship (MMF)", Competition Romance, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC"

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, NHEA

“GUTTED. So distraught I made an IG post about it HERE. She lifted me up and tore me down in just 82 pages. Love Meghan Quinn anyway. Ooo and the audio is Teddy Hamilton. deep sigh” - Cardigan B

Best Friend's Ex, One Night Stand, Separated/Divorcing/Divorced, MC has Matchmaking Parents, Family Business, Short/Novella, Christmas Romance, Holiday Matchmaking

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Intense, world-destroying YEARNING. Not as good as Bride, better than Deep End. There were so many endearing and heartbreaking moments, always juxtaposed with comic relief. “ - Cardigan B

Age 20+ FMC, Age Gap Romance, Slow Burn, Friends to Enemies to Lovers, STEM, Italy, Brother's Best Friend, Age 35+ MMC

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Lilly was soo childish. I wanted to slap her most of the time. I don't like calling them man panties.” - Penelope Black (3.75/5)

“Stumbled upon this one for free on Kindle. The burn build is INTENSE and when they finally get together, it's memorable.” - Cardigan B (4.75/5)

Hidden Royalty, Opposites Attract, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Slow Burn, Bodyguard, Golden Retriever, Castle Life, Hidden Identity, Secret Identity, Forgiveness Arc, Witty Banter, Dirty Talker

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“A quiet, small town, tattoo artist meets a tornado of a single mom down on her luck. Sparks fly, intrigue ensues and he can’t stay away - no matter how hard he tries.” - Penelope Black

Down on her Luck FMC, Grumpy/Sunshine, Terror of a Twin Sister, Mysterious/Brooding MMC, MMC with Viking Vibes, Band of Brothers, FMC does not have a baby at the end (for once)

⭐ 4.5

HOT, HEA

“Unless it has ridges, a penis being describe as ‘silky’ is irrelevant. Lucian is the original Suit Daddy. He’s a bozo about keeping Sloane at arms’ length but their chemistry is off the charts.” - Cardigan B

First Love Returns, Small Town Return, Billionaire, Stalker/Stalking, Second Chance, Friendship Group, Grumpy/Sunshine, Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Redemption, Protective MMC, MCs were Childhood Friends

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“This one was way raunchier than I expected. Loved their banter, the slow burn of the book.” - Penelope Black

Age Gap, One Bed, Boss/Employee, Marriage of Convenience, Brother's Best Friend, Billionaire, Overcoming Past Trauma, Slow Burn, Dirty Talker

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“The best in this seasonal series. Two childhood friends reconnect after a series of misunderstandings. The description of the two of them on a twin bed gave me flashbacks to college.” - Cardigan B

Christmas Romance, Second Chance, Small Town Return, MCs were Childhood Friends, Best Friend's Older Brother

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Two childhood rivals reconnect after college. Everyone’s trying to play it cool, but they dig each other.” - Cardigan B

Enemies to Lovers, Workplace Romance, Small Town , Friends with Benefits, Forced Proximity, Hate to Love You, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I teared up in the first 11 pages. This is such a good read. Our first Lauren Rowe, but it won’t be our last.” - Cardigan B

Loss of Spouse/Partner (Death), FMC is a Single Mom, Firefighter, MC has a Tragic Past

⭐ 4.0 & ⭐ 2.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“This book was adorable. I always love when a broody MMC encounters a sunny, sweet FMC and she changes him!” - Penelope Black (4.0/5)

“There is no way the guys in the shed didn't hear them banging in the shelves.” - Cardigan B (2.5/5)

Lumberjack vibes, Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Small Town, Age Gap, Grumpy/Sunshine, Reclusive MC, FMC in a Male Profession, Innkeeper/Hotel/Concierge, Down on Her Luck FMC

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I really liked this one. I liked how he would ask her what she was thinking and she would just say it. I wish more people were like that. It's refreshing. This one also had a bit of a mystery which was fun.” - Penelope Black

Amnesia, Second Chance, Body Modifications/Piercings/Tattoos, Forced Proximity, Cute Dog, Loss of Time, Loss of Parent, Medical Condition, Rehabilitation, Forgiveness Arc, Tattoo Artist, Overcoming Past Trauma, PTSD, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.0

MILD, HEA

“Adorable. Surprisingly honest about the pressure for romance during the holidiays. A true second chance HEA.” - Cardigan B

Return to Hometown, Second Chance, Holiday Matchmaking, Christmas Romance, Small Town, Love Letter Lunacy, First Love, MC has Interfering Family, Novella

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Mariana really can take the day to day and keep you entertained. FMC (for everything she had been through) was a little stupid with some of her actions. Who is going to quit a job when it pays well and it's going well. She was always sleeping or crying. What the hell was with the ‘it was so shocking that my butthole tightened.’” - Penelope Black

Tattoos, MMC rides a motorcycle, Motorcycle Club, Enemies to Lovers, Workplace Romance, Boss/Employee, Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, Surprise Virgin, Virgin FMC

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I enjoyed this one. Love a small town concept and childhood crushes.” - Penelope Black

Second Chance, MC is a Jilted Bride/Groom, Small Town Return, Small Town, Forced Proximity, FMC is a Single Mom, First Love, First Love Returns, Neighbors, Found Family, Slow Burn, Tattoos, Childhood Sweethearts

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I reaaally liked this story. It has a "Baby Cakes" plot that's reminiscent of Rickey Lake in the 90s.” - Cardigan B

Rockstar, Betrayal & Secrets, Cutting Disorder, Plus-Size FMC, Childhood Friends, Childhood Trauma, Sick Parent, Concert Tour, Tour Bus, Morally Grey (MMC), Dyslexia, Revenge, Second Chance, Babysitter to Celebrity

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“The best definition of enemies to lovers I've read. They aren't even rivals, they're just souls who don't get along. Until they do.” - Cardigan B

Eating Disorder, 35+ FMC, Medical, Enemies to Lovers, Slow Burn, Cheerleader Kink, Curvier FMC, Tall MMC/Short FMC, Workplace Rivals, Grumpy/Sunshine

⭐3.75

HOT, TO BE CONTINUED

“I gave this a 3.75, but I'm still thinking about it. What a tangled web.” - Cardigan B

Politics, Second Chance, Friends to Lovers, Love Triangle, Dom/Sub, Dominant MMC, Forbidden Love Interest, Possessive MMC, "Male, Male Female Relationship (MMF)", Widower

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“This is a great story. The only criticism I have is how deep her love was for the MMC at the tender age of 8. Nope.” - Cardigan B

Second Chance, Chef, Childhood Trauma, American Football, Childhood Friends, 35+ FMC, Abusive Parent(s)

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Maybe I watched too much Sons of Anarchy for this one. I hope there is another one.” - Penelope Black

“I'm a sucker for a well-written older woman. Krista knows herself and has her wits about her.” - Cardigan B

40+ FMC, Military, Possessive MMC, Veteran, Touch her and die, MMC rides a motorcycle, Alpha MMC, Disabled MMC/FMC, Fake Dating, Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Motorcycle Club, Protective MMC, Small Town, Tall MMC, Witty Banter, Bartender FMC

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Aw, this was precious. She goes on a blind date only to meet her date's dad instead. Instant sparks and they just live for each other. I loved that there wasn't any age shaming. The pineapple flavored condoms sounded nasty.” - Cardigan B

Age 30+ FMC, Age 50+ MMC, Age Gap Romance, Blind Dating, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding, Interfering Family, Single Dad, Hot Dad, Possessive MMC, Grumpy/Sunshine, Curvier FMC

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Super cute. A girl is cleaning out her grandma's apartment and gets into two predicaments where she meets a hot firefighter. She’s so clumsy and he finds that endearing. She’s a bit of a lovable train wreck.” - Cardigan B

Christmas Romance, Firefighter, Meet-Cute, "Clutzy, Accident-Prone FMC", Rescue, Small Town

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“I want the life of two retired lawyers who throw booze-soaked garden parties. Ezra was adorable. Dani was a pill, but grew a lot.” - Cardigan B

Enemies to Lovers, Lawyer, Family Business, MC has Interfering Family, Healing Together, MC has Strained Relationship with Parent, Age 30+ FMC, Age 30+ MMC, MMC/FMC has a Cute Cat

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“I really liked the dynamics between Eli and Olivia. It's refreshing to see a book character fail at something. And then have to work to get through it. I loved the Charleston charm. One of my favorite places in the states and now I want to go back and find a hot chef.” - Penelope Black

Runaway Fiancé(e)/Bride/Groom, Southern Charm, Romance Writer, Neighbors, Chef, Body Modifications/Piercings/Tattoos, Tall MMC, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", 30+ FMC

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Found this for free on Audible. She’s a celebrity with a stalker. They’re the bodyguards she hires to protect her. They give her peace of mind and…comfort. -wink wink-” - Cardigan B

Why Choose, Celebrity, Bodyguard, Stalker/Stalking, Only One Bed, Protective MMC

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“You had me at "Krampus role playing" - a fun story about a girl banging her boss. They were very responsible: they notified HR about their relationship and now they have sex in his office. The end.” - Cardigan B

Christmas Romance, Workplace, Boss/Employee, Role Play, Short/Novella, Monster MMC, Stalker/Stalking, Secret Relationship

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“It’s hot, sweet, a little unbelievable, but a cute story and a short read.” - Cardigan B

MMC is a smut narrator, Best Friend's Sister, French Alps, Brother's Best Friend, English FMC, Christmas Romance, Witty Banter, Exploring Fantasies, Down on Her Luck FMC, International Romance, Submissive FMC, Dominant MMC, Dirty Talker

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“Contrary to the rating, I liked this one. I was frustrated with the sister story and how coddled she was, which led to this entire situation. But the dynamics between Delilah and Saint were genuine.” - Cardigan B

Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, MC likes Sister's Boyfriend, Slow Burn, Sweet & Spicy Banter, Redemption, Second Chance, Childhood Friends Reunion

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I genuinely liked this story and the writing. It was sweet, spicy, hopeful. HOWEVER, the stalker storyline seemed to come out of nowhere and the culprit was too much of a twist. No breadcrumbs just BOOM it's this guy.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap Romance, Alpha MMC, Witty Banter, Opposites Attract, Found Family

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“The lie isn't big. Luna's sister is kind of an asshole. Luna needs to grow some balls.” - Penelope Black

Age Gap Romance, Motorcycle Club, Workplace Romance, Boss/Employee, Tattoos, Introvert, Grumpy/Sunshine, Possessive MMC, Past Coming Back to Haunt Them, Slow Burn Due to Past Trauma, Hidden Identity, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Morally Grey MMC, Opposites Attract

⭐ 3.5

MILD, HEA

“Actually was sweet, but lacked depth.” - Cardigan B

Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Fake Relationship, Cross-Cultural Romance, Christmas Romance, Loss of Spouse/Partner (Death), Pro-Athlete, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“This book was way too long. It was really slow to start.” - Penelope Black

30+ FMC, 30+ MMC, Cute Dog, Betrayal & Secrets, False Pretenses, Hidden Past, Forgotten Past/Loss of Time, Shunned FMC, Amnesia, Rehabilitation, Redemption, Golden Retriever, First Love Returns, Enemies to Lovers, Fake Engagement, Progresses Over Years, Forced Proximity, Royalty, Witty Banter

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“This was cute. A "hot mess" of a girl moves into a new building and has a crush on a hot guy. He's crushing back. They finally connect at the building holiday party and are set up by the neighbors.” - Cardigan B

Christmas Romance, Meet-Cute, Neighbors, Hidden Identity

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“An air mattress on a rooftop? Wouldn't stay put. A romantic thought that was completely illogical. And he described her orgasm scream as "a pitch only dogs can hear" and that really fucking sucks. Really liked our FMC Magnolia.” - Cardigan B

Sex Education/Learning Intimacy, High School Reunion, Friends to Lovers, Female Friendship Group, Dom/Sub

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“This is a cute story. It’s not deep, but it’s sweet.” - Cardigan B

Short/Novella, Friends to Lovers, Overcoming past breakups, Summer Fling

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“He used to bully her brother. She hated him until she saw the good in him. The brother lost an eye and they called him ‘Winky’ - so rude.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap Romance, MC is a Bully (at the start), Golden Retriever, Billionaire, Forgiveness Arc, MMC has been to Prison, Sex Club, Hate to Love You, Loss of Sibling (Death), Down on Her Luck FMC, Second Chance, Redemption

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“Adorable plot. Adorable plot devices like the dog Lt. Dan and the love notes they wrote one another. BUT the fake dating went on too long and Briana just can’t get a clue. It was frustrating.” - Cardigan B

Fake Dating, MMC has Social Anxiety, Enemies-to-Lovers, Workplace Romance

⭐ 3.5

MILD, HEA

“Well, I waited. And waited. Nothing really happened. It was just watching ‘a day in the life’ of a single mom. Mariana can make mundane life interesting, but this story needed a little more something.” - Penelope Black

Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Protective MMC, Opposites Attract, Friends to Lovers, Loss of Sibling, Guardian, Found Family, Interfering Family, Small Town, Single Mom, Sweet & Spicy Banter, Neighbors, Military, Veteran , Latina/Hispanic FMC