Buttons and Hate by Penelope Sky

This is the second book in the buttons series.

I’m working off my buttons.

But I’m also giving them away.

The more I fall for Crow, the more I want him to do the things that I want.

Dinners, dates, and evenings at the beach.

Everything comes at a price, and the hoard of buttons I worked hard to earn are quickly depleted.

Will this go back and forth forever? Or will someone run out of their buttons first?

I really enjoyed reading this book. The characters are brilliant and the story and plot flow well.

I love Pearl. She’s such a strong character. Even after everything she’s been through, she stays strong and as independent as she can be.

Crow is frustrating. I absolutely loved how his relationship with Pearl has grown into some more, but he is so stubborn and stuck in his head that he won’t admit the truth or face how he really feels. I’m mad with him after the ending.

The story is good. I like how Pearls relationship with Cane took a nose dive before building again. She got through a lot once again, but this time she had Crow there to pick up the pieces.

Crow better go after her and I really want to see them take Bones down together. The spark and spice between them is smoking hot, but there’s also emotion involved. Emotion that Crow can’t seem to face. I hope he realises what his stubbornness has cost him so that he can go and fix his mess.

Overall, this book was great and I’m looking forward to reading the next. I would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*

Surrender To Me (The Wolf Hotel Book 4) by K.A. Tucker

This is the fourth and final book in The Wolf Hotel series.

I have battled my controlling family and won. I finally have what I want most—the wickedly sinful billionaire Henry Wolf, committed to me and within arm’s reach most nights.
If only it could stay that way.
Because now I find myself caught between two titans vying for the Wolf empire, worth enough to make any moral man lethal. And Henry’s brother is immoral to the bone.
What will Henry do to save what he loves?
And will I fall into that category?

I have loved reading this series. The characters are great and the story was good.

I love Henry. He’s such a charming man and his love to Abi was so sweet. He went through a lot in this book and I loved that Abi was there for him the entire time. I loved seeing him fall in love with her.

Abi grew so much throughout the series. She became a confident woman who stood up to everyone who told her otherwise. I love how she made her family realise that she loved Henry and that he was a good man. It was good to finally see her mum accept him.

The story was good. A lot happened with his father, Scott and then the mine, but the plot still focussed heavily on their relationship and how the events affected that. I like it.

I loved the scenes between Henry and Abi, but I loved how Henry also wanted Abi to experience everything she wanted. Margo became a great friend and I liked her character. She grew on me and the story progressed.

After everything, I loved seeing him propose and them commit to one another solely. I just wish we could have had an epilogue of the wedding or the future.

Overall, I have loved reading this series and would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*

Teach Me (The Wolf Hotel Book 3) by K.A. Tucker

This is the third book in The Wolf Hotel series.

I am not the naïve, innocent girl everyone expects me to be. Not anymore.

Henry has ignited a fire, and I will do anything—defy everyone—to keep him in my life.

But the question now is, does he feel the same way about me?

I loved reading this book. The characters are great and I loved the story.

I love Henry. He’s such a catch and I loved watching him and Abi grow closer. I loved how he surprised her whenever he could. His love for her is as clear as day. I like Abi and with everything she’s facing at home, it was great to see her with Henry.

Her mum is awful. She doesn’t listen and only cares about Abi getting back with Jed. After everything Henry did for Abi’s dad, she refused to see him as a good man. At least her dad appreciates what he did and wants Abi to be happy. I’m glad that Abi out herself first and went away with Henry regardless of what her mum wanted.

Margo was an interesting character and I think the experience at the end helped to ease Abi’s jealousy. It brought Henry and Abi closer together and she knows how committed he is to her now.

After the ending, I’m glad that Abi is choosing to be there for him after he did the same for her. I love them both together, and the voice and spark is hot. They belong together.

I’m looking forward to the next book and seeing Henry and Abi face this next challenge. Overall, I love this story and would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*

Break Me (The Wolf Hotel Book 2) by K.A. Tucker

This is the second book in The Wolf Hotel series.

Henry Wolf is a deliciously wicked, sinfully handsome man who has done a very bad thing.
Potentially.

Worse, he owns me now—every inch of my body and a sizeable chunk of my stupid, naïve heart.
And he’s made it clear that if I want to keep my job and stay in Alaska, I’m stuck catering to his every whim and wish—both in the hotel and in his bedroom—while I wait for the potential fiery media circus ring that will no doubt drag my reputation into the gutter along with his, should his past discretions surface.

I will not surrender to his demands, not when I have dirt to hold over his head. IF I have the guts to blackmail him, that is. Something warns me that going through with it will have disastrous consequences for my heart.

I enjoyed reading this book. The characters are good and I liked the story.

Abi is a good character but she did frustrate me a little in this book. Her trust issues really messed things up for her and I think that it’s good that she paid the price for her actions. Saying that, I was still hoping that things would reconcile because I absolutely love Henry.

Henry is such a catch, but I also think him not opening up helped to push Abi to do what she did. I get that they couldn’t be open and public about their relationship, but he also didn’t help the situation. I still love him though and I loved how he didn’t move on from her even though he was hurting. After everything, he still dropped everything for her when she was in need which I loved. I loved seeing them reconnect and I really hope that they open up more and grow their relationship properly.

I didn’t like Michael and I hated how easily she gave in. He took advantage of her when she was upset and the mistake cost her dearly. I liked Ronan and Conner and I think Abi needed the experience to help her grow. They were there for her, but I am completely cheering for her and Henry, so I was glad that she stopped thing with them as soon as he was back.

I am really looking forward to the next book and am looking forward to seeing Abi and Henry begin to develop their relationship properly. Overall, I would definitely recommend this book.

My rating: 5/5*

Tempt Me (The Wolf Hotel Book 1) by K.A. Tucker

This is the first book in The Wolf Hotel series.

I ran from home to escape heartbreak, only to deliver myself into the hands of a wolf.
Henry Wolf, that is.
Heir to a luxury hotel chain.
Infamous playboy.
Arrogant bastard.
And my new boss.
Why he wants me, Abbi Mitchell—a girl who lacks experience on every front that would matter to him—as his personal assistant, I cannot fathom, especially when I keep screwing up in the most spectacular way.

Did I already mention he’s a bastard?
A beautiful, moody one, who’s quick to demand, slow to apologize.
And toying with me every chance he gets.
Testing me.
Messing with my head in a way that makes my body crave him.
He knows it, and he doesn’t hide the fact that he enjoys doing it.
He says he doesn’t want me for more than my mediocre computer skills and color-coding flair.
He says he’s not willing to risk losing his empire for a tangle in the sheets with “the help.”

But I’m beginning to think that’s a big, dirty lie.

I really enjoyed reading this book. It was a quick enjoyable read with great characters and a good story.

Abi was a good character. She’s innocent and naive, and finds herself working for Henry Wolf after having her heart broken. I love seeing her thoughts as she gets to know Henry and her feelings growing towards him. I think she needs this escape from her life at home, especially with her mum shoving her ex gone her throat. She needs to move on from that dick.

Henry is great. He comes across as a typical playboy rich billionaire, but behind closed doors with Abi, there was a vulnerable side of him. He was soft and sweet at times, and then he used her. It’s hard to know what his feelings truly are at the moment. Is he just using her or does he genuinely care? I’m looking forward to reading the next book and seeing more.

They story is good although it is heavy on the relationship between them both. I’m intrigued to see what Abi will do about what she read at the end and what the truth is behind it. In the scenes between them we hot and there was definitely a spark between them, so I’m hoping that his feelings are real.

Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book and would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*

Mercy (Salacious Players’ Club) by Sara Cate

This is the forth book in the Salacious Players’ Club series which can also be read as a standalone.

I don’t want to hurt him—I just want to punish him.

It’s bad enough being the only female owner of the Salacious Players’ Club, but I’m also the only one without a kink, or so I thought.

Imagine my surprise when the kink quiz suggests that I’m not so vanilla after all.

In fact, I’m a lot more like Emerson Grant than I thought.

Just one problem—I have no idea how to be a Domme.

That is, until the app matches me with someone willing to help me learn.

He’s too young for me.

Too stubborn. Too good looking.

And, oh yeah, my friend’s son.

Beau Grant is a brat. I’d hate that about him if I didn’t love punishing him so much.

Underneath all of that attitude is a man who is misunderstood, selfless, and in need of direction.

But if he wants mercy, he has to earn it.

There are a million reasons why I should stay away, but I’m tired of doing what everyone thinks I should do.

I finally know what I want, and I’m ready to take what’s mine.

I loved reading this book. The characters are fantastic and I loved the story.

Beau is becomes a completely different person to when you first meet him in Praise. He grows up and learns more about himself. He realises how his behaviour has been and he fixes it. It’s hard not to love him in this book. He was just a poor broken soul who needed some guidance and Maggie is all to thank for it.

Maggie is brilliant. She is such a strong character and it was fantastic watching her realise who she was meant to be in this book. It makes you want to bow for her. I loved her relationship with Beau and how she handled him and his brat behaviour. They both learnt together and grew into the lifestyle.

This is the first Domme book that I’ve read and I really enjoyed it. Maggie was just what the series needed and it just solidfied her position as one of the clubs owners. The scenes were smoking hot and I loved it. I love how it showed that a man is allowed to submit. There is nothing wrong with it.

Another thing I loved in this book was seeing everyone else happy. We’ve seen epilogue’s to Garrett and Mia years in the future and the same for Drake, Hunter and Isobel, but we didn’t quite get that for Emerson and Charlotte. In this book, we saw Emerson and Charlotte with their happy future which I loved. It was also great seeing Beau’s behaviour change towards them, and then Emerson’s reaction and acceptance back when he found out about Maggie and him. It was always going to be a little weird, but so was his relationship with Charlie. Acceptance goes both ways and at the end of the day, you can’t help who you love.

Overall, this was a fantastic book. The entire series has been brilliant. Each book has been its own story, however I’ve loved the character overlaps. I would definitely recommend this entire series.

My rating: 5/5*

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Give Me More (Salacious Players’ Club) by Sara Cate

This is the fourth book in the Salacious Players’ Club series which can be read as a standalone.

I’m a scoundrel

Playboy. Man whore.

Basically, I get around, and I’m not afraid to admit it.

So when my best friend opens up Salacious Players’ Club and asks me to head the construction, how could I say no?

Now we’re on a cross-country road trip touring other kink clubs, and I couldn’t be happier.

Life is good.

Then Hunter suddenly asks me to sleep with his wife…while he watches.

I’ll do anything for my best friend, but this is the one request I should say no to.

Isabel is the woman of my dreams, but she’s his.

And the exact reason I should say no is the one reason I say yes.

Because it’s not only Isabel I want.

These are the two most important people in my life, and if we go down this path, how will I ever be able to walk away?

I’m not sure my best friend understands just how much I’m willing to do for him—and why.

I absolutely loved this book. The characters are fantastic and the story and development was great.

Hunter, Drake and Isabel are all fantastic characters. I love the friendship between them all and watching it develop.

Hunter and Isabel have been happily married and together for ten years while Drake has always be around. He’s been a part of the relationship since the beginning really as their best friend.

Hunter suddenly realises that he wants to watch Drake have sex with his wife, and you can understand the hesitancy that Drake and Isabel have. They are both attracted to each other though. I loved the spark between them.

I loved seeing Drake realise that he loves her and then seeing him want Hunter too. Really, he has always loved Isabel and his best friend. I absolutely loved seeing Hunter slowly getting involved. The internal battle he has over his sexuality was brilliant to read. He needed time to come out and accept it.

The love between the three of them was brilliant to read, and the spice. Christ, it was on fire. I’ve never been the biggest fan of MM scenes, but these ones were done well. The connection between them is what made them great, and then with Isabel as well. I loved it.

I think the three of them went through a journey of discovery, finding their true self. It takes a while for them to realise that the three of them belong together and that really, Drake has always been a part of them. I loved the poly relationship they end up in.

Overall, I absolutely loved this book. The characters were fantastic with great character developments. I would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*

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Eyes on Me (Salacious Players’ Club) by Sara Cate

This is the second book in the Salacious Players’ club series which can also be read as a standalone.

I’m a voyeur—it means I like to watch.

And in my line of work, that’s a gift.

As one of the four owners of the Salacious Players’ Club, I’m comfortable on the sidelines. This is what I was made to do, and I work better alone.

Until the day I stumble on a certain cam girl app and find myself watching the one person I should never have watched—my step-sister.

There are three big problems with this.

One, Mia and I can’t stand each other.

Two, she has no idea I’m the man on the other end of the video.

And three…I’m hooked—on the app and on her.

Now, Mia has me wanting and doing things I said I’d never do again, like opening upand getting attached. I’m falling for her, but she’s falling for the mystery man I’m pretending to be.

If I’m going to make this right, then I have to do more than just watch.

But how far will I go to keep her eyes on me?

I absolutely loved this book. The characters were fantastic and I loved the story.

I love Garrett. The more you learn about him, the more you fall in love with him. I enjoyed how his relationship with Mia developed. They go from typical step siblings to something physical, and then something more.

Watching her on the cam may have been a little wrong and weird, but when sparks fly between them in person, it doesn’t seem to matter.

I think both Mia and Garrett had great character developments throughout the book. Mia becomes more confident and outgoing and Garrett faces his problems. Together they make each other stronger.

I loved how this book tackles depression, especially within men. It’s such a touching part of the plot. It just makes you love Garrett more.

There’s plenty of spice and I loved the voyour and exhibition aspects. The ending was brilliant seeing Mia and Garrett get their happily ever after.

Overall, I absolutely loved this book. I would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*

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Diamond in the Dark (Savage Jewels Book 1) by Poppy Jacobson

This is the first book in the Savage Jewels series which can be read as a standalone.

First they break me. Then they claim me. All I want is freedom from the world I left.

When my sister called me, panicked because her surprise pregnancy violated the terms of her soon-to-be-arranged marriage, I took her place in a Faustian bargain with the three men who’d intended to buy her.

My new partners are violent and uncompromising men who threaten everything I’ve built over the past decade. Will I find a way to stand before them as an equal? Or will they drive me straight into the danger I so desperately tried to escape?

I really enjoyed this book. The characters were great and the plot was good.

I loved the story. Ginevra sells herself to save her sister and fully dives back in to the mafia life. She asserts herself among the men. She was such a strong, brave character.

I loved the three men. Rian, Liam and Cormac are all fantastic. I loved their relationship with Ginevra and also with each other. They are harsh to her at the beginning, trying to break her like they planned, but she is strong. She fights back and proves that she deserves more.

I loved watching them realise her strength. They eventually admire it. The scenes between them are all brilliant and very steamy. I loved the dynamic and her submission to them in the bedroom. I also loved how the boys focused on each other as well.

The story is also full of action and I loved how things progressed. After everything that Ginevra went through, the ending was great.

I would definitely recommend this book. The storyline and characters are great.

My rating: 5/5*

Ruthless Creatures (Queens & Monsters Book 1) by J.T. Geissinger

This is the first book in the Queens and Monsters series.

Five years ago, my fiancé disappeared. He left me with a wedding dress I’d never wear. Left me with the kind of scars that can’t be healed. The man I built my future on vanished like a ghost. All that remained were my broken heart and a million unanswered questions.

Until a mysterious stranger arrives in town.

Tall, dark, and dangerous, Kage is as full of secrets as he is sex appeal. Though I know he’s hiding something, I’m drawn to him like a moth to flame.

Heat crackles between us with every look, desire flares into passion, and I fall hard, helpless to resist.

But then I discover he’s been sent to collect on an unpaid debt from my missing fiancé…

And that debt is me.

I loved this book. The characters were great and the story was good.

I love Kage. God, the mouth on that man. I loved how someone so tough and ruthless could also be so romantic. I loved Nat as well. She’s been through so much and get’s thrown into the crossfire without knowing why.

The story is good. You keep wondering what Kage is hiding. He should have told her earlier because the way it came out wasn’t ideal. Natalie was always going to react badly.

I loved Kage’s devotion to her. He made a choice, which was her, and he stuck by it no matter what. The spark between them was great and I loved how her always waited for her permission to do anything. The situation wasn’t ideal between them, but they had feelings that they couldn’t deny. In the end, Kage made everything right.

Sloane was brilliant as well. I loved the conversations between her and Natalie. The epilogue was great and I’m so glad that she’s getting her own book. I’m looking forward to reading it.

Overall, I enjoyed reading this book. The characters were great and I liked the storyline. I would definitely recommend it.

My rating: 5/5*