Tag: #montlake

Sep 05

#ahatefulnegotiation

Tijan does it again! A Hateful Negotiation is a dark, slow-burn mafia romance that had me hooked from the very first page. Creighton is everything I love in a mafia hero—dangerous, ruthless, and a little unhinged (ok maybe a lot🫣)—but when it comes to Blake, he’s all in, protective to the point of obsession👀.

Blake just wants normal, but nothing about her life with Creighton circling her world is normal. The foster-sibling angle, the age gap, and all that back-and-forth tension made their story so addictive. Their “negotiation” really did feel like a battle of wills😬 And y’all the chemistry & tension between them is off the charts.

This book gave me everything I love in mafia romance—angst, obsession, loyalty, danger, and a love story that hits hard once those walls finally break down. Creighton and Blake are dark, messy, and unforgettable, and I loved every second of it.

Nov 30

#betweennowandforever

Between Now & Forever is a heartwarming and engaging story that captures the beauty of second chances, new beginnings, and the power of love and resilience. The story follows Gabby, a single mom still healing from the loss of her ex-husband, and Jay, a man wary of relationships after being hurt in the past. Their paths cross when they move in next door to Jay, and despite Jay’s initial reluctance, fate intervenes to bring them together in unexpected ways.

One of the highlights of the story is Gabby’s two sons, Carter and Dylan. Carter, the youngest son, is sweetly naive and brings a sense of innocence and joy to the story. His endearing personality adds a touch of lightness and humor. On the other hand, Dylan, the older son, is struggling with the challenges of being a teenager in a new town and coping with the loss of his father. His journey towards healing and finding his place in the world isn’t an easy one and it takes him a while to ask for help and embrace change.

Addy’s talent for creating relatable characters and genuine relationships shines through in their story. The small-town setting adds an extra layer of warmth and charm to the story, making it even more engaging and heartfelt. The sense of community among the characters creates a backdrop of support and love for Gabby, Jay, and their family.

Oct 25

#nothingbutitall

There is a song by P!nk & Nate Russ’s that’s about a relationship in trouble. “Just Give me a Reason” has a line about their love not being broken just bent. I love that song because it’s raw & honest and you can feel the emotion when you listen to it.

Nothing but it All reminds me of that song. It’s raw & honest. It’s amazing what can be accomplished with real & open communication. Some old hurts can be healed when you make an effort in your partners life.

💕fave quotes📖
“Promise me that you won’t make the same mistakes that I did. Tell me that you’ll remember to live your life while you’re living it.”—I love what Harvey & the kids wanted to accomplish.

Things between Jack and me aren’t perfect. Hell, we argued today. But the truth is that they may never be. They probably won’t be. But I’d much rather have imperfection with him than perfection with someone else.—-infinitely speaks to my soul 😍

#adrianalocke #arcreader #bookreview #marriageintrouble

Apr 16

#acruelarrangement

My name is Brandy and I am a Tijan addict…and it’s all her fault! She keeps writing these worlds that I get lost in. With these men that are all consuming and their women who I can’t stop rooting for! Each time she has a new release I one click because you know…addicted.

Cruel Arrangement was Tijan perfection! I am absolutely loving the Kings of New York…good guys who do bad things but for mostly good reasons😉 We have a few twists to get to Justin & Kelly’s murderer(s)🤫and it’s quite a wild ride.

Hoping to get a couple more stories out of this one??? 🙏🏻

💕fave quotes📖

“You okay?” Jess asked once I got to her. I nodded. “Yeah, just a weird feeling. That’s all. Also, I want to talk to you about something.” She nodded beyond us to where two SUVs were waiting. “Okay, but heads-up. They’re not happy.”——oh man I can just picture both Ashton & Trace’s faces while they are walking towards them 😅😳😬

My brother and best friend was all grown up now. I reached up, cupping the back of his neck, and moved in. Forehead to forehead. “Love you man. Be happy.” He reached up and clapped my shoulder. “You too.” I loved him. He loved me. Nicolai hadn’t broken us: just the opposite.—-🖤🖤🖤

“…We’re the kings of New York.” Trace’s mouth twitched. I could tell he liked hearing that. “We’re the goddamn kings of New York.”—-HELL YEAH 🖤👑

#tijanbooks #kingsofnewyork #arcreader #bookreview #mafiasuspense #mafiaromance #valentinepr #acruelarrangement #bookstagram #netgalley

Mar 13

#loveonthelake

“I love you, Teagan.” He presses his lips to mine. “I love you back.” I loop my arms around his neck. “And I will love you twice as much on the days when you find it hard to love yourself.”—-

Love on the Lake deals with some tough circumstances & Helena has written a truly beautiful story of life, love and finding both after truly finding yourself.

Neither Aaron or Teagan are perfect but they are perfect for each other. Aaron has grown so much from the “lawn mowing” guy. It takes a huge amount of courage & love to be able to approach his mom and to help Teagan.

Gah! Teagan! I love a strong heroine but yall Teagan is so very relatable. She has such a beautiful soul and my heart is so glad she was able to find her way💞

Fave quotes:
He’s been my rock for the past two years. He’s loved me when I’ve struggled to love myself. He’s stood beside me and given me a soft place to land when I fall.—-everyone deserves to be loved even if they are flawed. Aaron’s love & devotion to Teagan are inspiring💓

#helenahunting #bookreview #arcreader #loveonthelake