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October 20, 2025 at 10:43 PM Everybody can reply

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⏩️REVIEW⏪️

SAVAGE SINNER: Sinfully Savage bk 4 by #KristenLuciano, narrated by #TorThom & #SarahPuckett 4.5🌟

Palpable chemistry here. ❤️

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(Book cover)

Title: Savage Sinner

Author: Kristen Luciani, USA Today bestselling author

Performed by: Sarah Puckett and Tor Thom

(Book review)

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<b>Assassin + Assassin = Mayhem</b>

Dante Villani cracks me up sometimes and infuriates me others. Mostly, though, I enjoy his company. He's charming, which is good, but he misses a couple of indicators that trouble is in their midst. He really is pretty trusting for someone in his line of work. I'm just saying.... 🤷‍♀️

-- Book quote
'I'm back to my murderous self. Even if it's just for a fleeting moment. I really do need to shoot shit more often. Best. Damn. Therapy. Ever.'
-- Dante Villani

Within a chapter or two, the words I used to describe Chellla from 'Savage Beast' are screaming at me about Anya - fierce but naïve. As much as I love her fierceness, the naivety comes across as a disappointment. Another person who has spent their life in the Mafia without much of a spidey sense? That bothers me.

It is a minor detractor as I like how the bulk of this plays out. The sizzle between Anya and Dante is strong from the beginning and carries throughout the book. The fact that Dante's friends and family pop up constantly is another thing I like. They are an integral part of everything. Well, almost everything. 😉

Even though characters and storylines from previous books make appearances, I don't believe prior reading is necessary. There are enough details to provide a pretty good picture of the relevant parts. As is often the case, prior reading is likely to enhance the experience. Your call.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators are Tor Thom and Sarah Puckett. I really like these two, and the accents accentuate that. 🎧💛🎧

Story: 4.5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

July 22, 2025 at 11:19 AM Everybody can reply

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May 8, 2025 at 5:45 AM Everybody can reply

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🔸️REVIEW🔸️

FINDING PRINCE CHARMING: Finding 2 by #NikkiAsh, narrated by #ChristianLeatherman & #CecilyFoster 3.5🌟

Light & steamy w past darkness

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(Book cover)

Title: Finding Prince Charming

Author: Nikki Ash, USA Today bestselling author

Performed by: Cecily Foster and Christian Leatherman

(Book review)

>Traveling Bug<

Natalie Zapata and King William "Liam" of Luxembourg definitely have a non-traditional meet-cute with her being a madam and everything. I do like how things go that first weekend. It's cute and sweet and steamy.

-- Book quote
'His gaze meets mine, and he slowly rakes his eyes down my body. Usually when men do this, I feel objectified, but with this guy, it feels different. I don’t know why. Maybe it’s because it doesn’t feel like he’s checking me out as if I’m a piece of meat, but instead drinking me in, like he’s thirsty and is dying for a sip.'
-- Natalie Zapata

There's a bit of a lull in the middle as the foundation for what comes next was laid out. I feel like this ended right when it was starting to get good again. A little inner circle drama, a race to correct a misunderstanding, and *BAM!* it's over. 😭

Also, this is a huge departure from Gio & Aria's story. Yes, Natalie here is the same one in that book. We get about two pages of her horrid ordeal with the late Senator (which can be triggering for some) and other refreshers from that book (at least one isn't completely correct). It's enough that some might see it as too much of a spoiler, but I digress.

Other than some catty BS that was completely predictable, the darkness and angst were missing. I don't need those things or generally expect them from Nikki Ash, but after book one, I did expect more of the same here. If it weren't for La Stella's, I might have thought they weren't tied in the same series.

Anyway, those are my two cents on this. If you don't like dark romance, skip book one and chapter 2, and you'll probably enjoy this. I do like it, but if you're coming off the other book like me and expect more of the same / similar, well, see above.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators, Christian Leatherman and Cecily Foster, are great. Christian's accent is yum, and Cecily brings the emotions to life well.

Story: 3.5 st…

August 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM Everybody can reply

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May 29, 2025 at 5:34 AM Everybody can reply

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☠️REVIEW☠️

MANIACS: Depraved Sinners bk 4 by #SheridanAnne, narrated by #KelseyNavarro & #BlakeLockheart 4.5🌟

Dark, twisty, & amazing!

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(Book cover, series)

Boxset Title: Depraved Sinners Complete Series

Includes: Psychos, Heathens, Savage, Maniacs, and Beasts

Author: Sheridan Anne

Performed by: Kelsey Navarro and Blake Lockheart

(Book review)

>What a Conclusion!<

This picks up exactly where >'Savages'< left off. This is dark, very dark. In fact, I'd go as far as to say that this is the darkest installment of the tetralogy. Checking the triggers is definitely suggested, as there are plenty that are covered, including ☠️🩸SA.

Shayne Mariano continues to prove how courageous and strong she is. When she's graped, the taunting and back talk makes her my hero. She may not be able to physically stop it, but the verbal barbs are priceless. There are several other examples, but this is possibly the best example of her wit and strength.

-- Book quote
'Giovanni did mention that he wanted me to become his wife. The thought alone makes me sick, but it’s also a way to get close to him.'
-- Shayne Mariano

The DeAngelis brothers, Levi, Marcus, and Roman, are growing on me... like a bad rash. I really was happier not liking their grumpy asses. 🤪 That said, they really step up when called upon while also managing to step into 💩 on more than one occasion. Yeah, it's true to form and one of their many "talents." Hehehe....

Dil and Do continue to do what they do best. For good and evil, these wolves are loyal. I like that they are part of the revenge tour.

Reading in order is highly recommended. On to the extended HEA before I step away from this crazy, f*cked up world.

I listened to the audio book as part of >'Depraved Sinners Complete Series'.< The narrators are Kelsey Navarro and Blake Lockheart, with Kelsey carrying the bulk of the book as it's nearly all from Shayne's POV. She does a great job making sure all that attitude and desperation come hurdling across my earbuds. 🎧❤️🎧

Story: 4.5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

August 16, 2025 at 3:18 AM Everybody can reply

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September 24, 2025 at 7:28 PM Everybody can reply

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March 27, 2025 at 9:56 PM Everybody can reply

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January 16, 2025 at 6:20 PM Everybody can reply

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Back to Us (Cameron Falls, Book 2) by #TCMatson
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October 16, 2025 at 7:12 PM Everybody can reply

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☠️REVIEW❄️

BEASTS: Depraved Sinners bk 4.5 by #SheridanAnne, narrated by #KelseyNavarro & #BlakeLockheart 4🌟

The end brings a new beginning.

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(Book review)

>Yet Another Adventure<

OK, so this wasn't exactly the extended HEA that I was expecting, but I can't deny that it was perfectly fitting. It's dark and scary and perhaps a wee bit haunting (we'll see how my dreams go).

Shayne Mariano and the DeAngelis brothers, Levi, Marcus, and Roman, are still a fierce unit, ready to protect and defend what's theirs. I like that some things never change between them.

I love that Dil and Do continue to hold their roles in the family. Their ability to be loving one moment and lethal the next is a reflection of their owners.

There is one thing that bothers me a bit. What happened in that final scene in book four? How did that resolve? I kinda want the whole bow, not just one loop.

This could be read as a standalone, but I'd personally recommend reading in order.

I listened to the audio book as part of >'Depraved Sinners Complete Series'.< The narrators are Kelsey Navarro and Blake Lockheart, with Kelsey carrying the bulk of the book as it's nearly all from Shayne's POV. She does a great job making sure all that attitude and strength come hurdling across my earbuds. 🎧❤️🎧

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

August 16, 2025 at 8:49 PM Everybody can reply

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❤️‍🔥REVIEW☠️

LUCIANO: Belles & Mobsters bk 1 by #EvaWinners, duet narrated by #AaronShedlock & #MackenzieCartwright 4.5🌟

I effing ❤️ this svm!

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(Book cover)

Title: Luciano, Belles & Mobsters Book one

Author: Eva Winners

Narrated by: Mackenzie Cartwright and Aaron Shedlock
Duet narration

July 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM Everybody can reply

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☠️REVIEW☠️

PSYCHOS: Depraved Sinners bk 1 by #SheridanAnne, narrated by #KelseyNavarro & #BlakeLockheart 4🌟

Holy W😲W! Now bk 2

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(Book review)

>Games and Threats<

I immediately love Shayne "Empress" Mariano. She has an attitude and sass for miles. It gets her in trouble several times, but it's also totally awesome! Even when her world turns to utter shit, her resilience still shines through.

-- Book quote
'Fuck homelessness and fuck turd-tastic landlords. They can shove a stick of dynamite up their bitch asses and play with a box of fireworks while hoping to God they don’t blow themselves up. We shall call it dynamite roulette and it will be the game of the century.'
-- Shayne Mariano

The DeAngelis brothers, Levi, Marcus, and Roman, are massive alphaholes that are barely likeable. There's a sliver of... something about each of them that appeals, but for the most part, they are giant, murderous asses.

Their interactions with their father are very telling. And the secrets that pop up are... well, I'll let you make your own determinations about those. And learning more about her father isn't any better.

Now, the sizzle bursting forth is sometimes unexpected and frequently in interesting places. It also comes in several combinations including FFM and MFM.

As for that cliffhanger... ☠️🖕😝 It's a good thing I have book 2.

There are a lot of triggers in the first book of this dark, steamy tetralogy. A few to consider: descriptive violence, substance abuse, multiple types of assault, and more. I'm guessing that reading in order is highly recommended.

I listened to the audio book as part of 'Depraved Sinners Complete Series'. The narrators are Kelsey Navarro and Blake Lockheart, with Kelsey carrying the bulk of the book as it's nearly all from Shayne's POV. She does a great job making sure all that attitude and desperation come hurdling across my earbuds. 🎧❤️🎧

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

July 25, 2025 at 5:29 PM Everybody can reply

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July 22, 2025 at 6:35 PM Everybody can reply

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💙REVIEW💙

DEVILS & DUST: Santiago World bk 6 by #CatherineWiltcher, narrated by #SarahPuckett & #JeffreyHolz 4🌟

This world is dark, & I like it. ☠️

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(Book cover)

Title: Devils & Dust

Author: Catherine Wiltcher, USA Today bestselling author

Duet narration
Performed by: Jeffrey Holz & Sarah Puckett

(Book review)

***DUET NARRATION***

>Sad & Fierce<

Rick Sanders gets so much more than he expects when he rescues a new employee, that's for certain. Some might say he deserves some of it. 🤷‍♀️ I'm not saying I'm one of them, but I'm also not denying it.

The fact that Nina Costin Morozov isn't what she seems is only the tip of the iceberg. The more we get to know her, the more my heart breaks for her. The things she and her sister endure is absolutely wretched. Yes, a definite check of your triggers is recommended. Not everything is explicitly shared, but what's implied includes graping of children and human trafficking, plus the expected Mafia / cartel dark elements.

-- Book quote
'She’s a good girl who just did a bad thing, regardless of the provocation. She’s raw and exposed, and in my experience that’s when a person’s real personality kicks in.'
-- Rick Sanders

I have mixed feelings about a couple of scenes, including one from the past, but overall, I really like this addition to the series. I *so* need to circle back for Joseph and Anna's books.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators, Sarah Puckett and Jeffrey Holz, are great in duet. 🎧💙🎧

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4.5 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

H = 33; h = 22

August 28, 2025 at 8:18 PM Everybody can reply

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Ashes to Ashes, #SatansKnightsMCNC bk 3, by #JanineInfanteBosco 3.5🌟

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QuinnReads's review of Ashes To Ashes (The Satan's Knights MC North Carolina Book 3)

4/5: Tortured Souls "Shady" Burnside and Bianca Ramirez are two tortured souls. Learning what really happened to her and Abigail that fateful night will be really hard for some (check your triggers...

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🔹️REVIEW🔹️

SAVAGE BEAST: Sinfully Savage bk 3 by #KristenLuciano, narrated by #TorThom & #SarahPuckett 4🌟

A good Mafia bk to sink my 🦷 into

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(Book cover)

Title: Savage Beast

Author: Kristen Luciani, USA Today bestselling author

Performed by: Sarah Puckett and Tor Thom

(Book review)

>Family Blinders<

I can easily sum up Marchella "Chella" Amante. Fierce and naïve. She's fiercely protective of those she cares about, but her blinders, especially when it comes to her brother, are undoubtedly a hindrance. There are times that I also feel her naivety is a bit much.

Then there is Roman Villani. There are times when I have similar thoughts about him. In his case, him trying to shed his enforcer mentality has him getting caught up in his own makings. I do like him despite his faults.

-- Book quote
'The vibrations ripple through me like I’m a body of water, and he’s a smooth stone skipping over the surface.'
-- Marchella Amante

Although I definitely liked this book, there are some unnecessary repetitions and timeline discrepancies. Ignoring them is easy enough, but it still strikes a nerve.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators, Tor Thom and Sarah Puckett, are really good. With different accents, it would've been really awesome if this was in duet. I still enjoyed their efforts.

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

July 21, 2025 at 11:58 PM Everybody can reply

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☠️REVIEW☠️

HEATHENS: Depraved Sinners bk 2 by #SheridanAnne, narrated by #KelseyNavarro & #BlakeLockheart 4🌟

Awful yet good 🤷‍♀️😘

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(Book review)

>Marks and Pain<

Shayne Mariano is in a world of hurt. This starts exactly where book one ends, and it isn't pretty. Not even a little.

This is just as twisted, steamy, and tormenting as book one. The triggers are strong, so please check if you need to. The danger is at every turn.

-- Book quote
'Fucking hell. Why did I have to be kidnapped by a bunch of fucked-up brothers with daddy issues?'
-- Shayne Mariano

The DeAngelis brothers, Levi, Marcus, and Roman, are still massive alphaholes that are barely likeable - nothing surprising there - but their humanity peeks through more with each chapter. I fear that I'm getting close to liking them.

I wouldn't call the wolves cute pets, but they gain more of the spotlight. They are protective. And... they are given names. 😂 Shayne really is missing Tarzan as she names them Dil and Do. 🤣 Let's hope they both make it to the end credits. 🤞

As for the cliffhanger... ☠️🖕😝 It's a good thing I have the entire series, or I'd be ticked. Have I mentioned that I hate cliffhangers? I do. Does that stop me from reading the books? Apparently not. *sigh*

Reading in order is highly recommended. Still, there is a pretty decent recap if you haven't read 'Psychos' first.

I listened to the audio book as part of 'Depraved Sinners Complete Series'. The narrators are Kelsey Navarro and Blake Lockheart, with Kelsey carrying the bulk of the book as it's nearly all from Shayne's POV. She does a great job making sure all that attitude and desperation come hurdling across my earbuds. 🎧❤️🎧

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

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🧶REVIEW🧶

KEEPING MY BRIDE, #KeepingWhatsMine 1, by #AngelaSnyder, narrated by #CecilyFoster & #VincentSkye 4🌟

#Alphahole turns feral protector. 🔥

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(Book cover)

Title: Keeping My Bride, a dark Mafia arranged marriage romance
Author: Angela Snyder, NYT & USA Today bestselling author
Performed by: Cecily Foster & Vincent Skye

(Book review)

Stolen Future Forged from Similar Pasts

Poor Verona Moretti. Being forced to marry one-time childhood friend turned persona non grata Luca Vitale would be bad enough, but when he turns out to be a giant alphahole? Man, oh man. Good thing she's got some naivety and kindness in her court.

Now, I read the second book in the series first, so I knew where this was going, but to actually read it was definitely worth it.

-- Book quote
'Tears are in my eyes as we walk down the silent aisle. I don’t feel like a bride at all. No, I feel like a prisoner being taken to jail for a life sentence.'
-- Verona Moretti

I love how she proves him wrong at every turn. His rose, or rather hate, colored glasses allow him to make so many assumptions. I love how he can't comprehend what he sees. Of course, once things start to click, he still manages to make missteps because his communication skills can use an overhaul. 😄

There are twists and turns. Some are obvious, some less so. All in all, a good, dark foray into this Mafia family. Oh, it's also really steamy with many BDSM elements.

I received an author's copy of the audio book. The narrators, Cecily Foster and Vincent Skye, are engaging with the emotions matching the words and situations. I really like them.

Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

H & h = mid-20s?

April 27, 2025 at 3:07 AM Everybody can reply

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NEW AUDIO RELEASE: WAITING ON YOU (LOVE & WHISKEY) BY NIKKI ASH

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NEW AUDIO RELEASE: WAITING ON YOU (LOVE & WHISKEY) BY NIKKI ASH

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