There was a Monster Era for a bit during holiday, and JR yucks my yum so....

Welcome back to Season 2 of Find Me in a Book! My break was refreshing and i'm reading to get back into the world of romance books ;) JR will now be a permanent fixture in the episodes so lets see how much it takes for him to squirm. We are first tackling the era of Mafia books today! I think this is going to be the spiciest year yet!

Books/Series Mentioned:

Carter Reed- Tijan

Cole- Tijan

Ruthless Creatures- JT Geissinger- Queens and Monsters Series

Alliance Series by SJ Tilly

The Byrne Brothers Series- Silent Vows- Jill Ransower

Kings of Mafia Series- Michelle Heard

I’m currently reading the Melnikov Bratva series by Sonja Grey

an absolute RIOT! You are in for a silly, hilarious, parody of two characters competing against each other to see who embraces christmas more. Quick read that gets you in the holiday spirit and gives you the right amount of spice to make a nun blush.

In this episode, we dive into Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco, a dark and thrilling fantasy that blends Italian folklore with murder, mystery, and romance. Set in 19th-century Sicily, the story follows Emilia, a young witch who seeks vengeance after discovering her twin sister, Vittoria, has been brutally murdered. Emilia’s pursuit of justice leads her into a dangerous alliance with Wrath, one of the seven princes of Hell, whose motives and dark allure challenge her resolve at every turn. Together, they unravel a sinister conspiracy that threatens both the mortal and supernatural realms.

Welcome back, book lovers! 📚

Ruby had me in this book, it was like she said “ I’m gonna tell you what’s gonna happen but now you have to wait most of the book until it does happen”. For the Mother/Sister standard, no no no. Mostly because the spice level 5/5! This is a Monster(Tauren)/Human marriage of convenience. Ruby knows how to create an immersive world with culture, outlaying the societal norms within the society and how they impact the characters so if you loved Ice Planet Barbarians you will love this book! I really was hooked from the beginning!

🌟 Welcome to the World of Phantasma! 🌟Get ready to dive into a gothic dark fantasy adventure where reality and dreams collide! In Kaylie Smith’s debut novel Phantasma, we follow the journey of a Ophelia a necromancer who is trying to navigate a realm where magic, mystery, and hidden secrets intertwine. As the lines between fantasy and reality blur, old legends awaken, and every choice could tip the scales between light and darkness.

⚔️ High stakes? Check.

🧚 Enchanting world? Absolutely.

💡 Unexpected twists? You bet.

If you’re a fan of stories with captivating world-building, dynamic characters, and a dash of romance, Phantasma is calling your name! 📚✨

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Do you love True Crime? Our main girl Phoebe is obsessed, she is even doing her dissertation on the relationship between author and subject. It was actually such a fascinating and fun read! Very tame in the spicy department but enough tension that had me keep reading. For sure the vibe we needed for a cute spooky episode.

It's spooky season y'all! I thought i'd start off the month with a super cute witch/demon rom-com. So cute, a very fun plot, and character growth that makes you root for our main female Mariel- she is such a sweet witch and Oz (MMC) encourages her to be proud of her magic and of herself. The tension between them is palpable and I was living for it! Definitely recommend!

Wow. Wow. Wow. Stella is a beautifully complex character who does not want to be identified by her Autism. Michael is more than his surface level occupation as an escort. If you are looking for relatability to character thoughts and feelings, this is a perfect read. I genuinely loved that this book opened my mind to look past the stigmas and culture norms i've been surrounded by. This is an incredible debut novel for Helen!