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A Winter Bliss Romance
A Spark of Trouble: Merry Mischief
It’s lust at first sight when Chad, a hat-tipping park ranger meets Iggy, a double-horned, bargain-striking demoness.
After a quick passionate encounter, Chad wants more, but when he asks for Iggy’s number, she turns him down flat. Chad is crushed, but Iggy doesn't give him a second thought as she reunites with a couple of old friends for a night of drunken mischief that lands the three of them in trouble.
Released on probation, she has no one to turn to until Chad shows up at her door. It doesn't take long for Iggy to realize the dimple-cheeked park ranger can help her avoid jail if he gives her a way to complete her community service. He lifts his right hand and swears an oath to do just that.
Now, Iggy is an unwilling volunteer, and Chad is her court-approved compliance officer. Sure, it means they’re living and working together, but it doesn’t mean they should give into the off-the-charts chemistry that keeps sparking between them.
About the Merry Mischief Series
A chance encounter. A spark of mischief. A night in jail.
Three demons return to a hometown they thought they’d left behind. What starts as a surprise reunion spirals into drunken chaos, landing them in jail. Now each has ninety days to satisfy the terms of their probation or risk the judge's wrath.
If they play nice and cozy up to a local in need of help, they can work off their misdeeds before the holidays. But if they lose their hearts along the way, they could be facing a life sentence of living in Winter Bliss.
The series is three stand-alone novellas written by three authors, that can be read and enjoyed in any order.
After a quick passionate encounter, Chad wants more, but when he asks for Iggy’s number, she turns him down flat. Chad is crushed, but Iggy doesn't give him a second thought as she reunites with a couple of old friends for a night of drunken mischief that lands the three of them in trouble.
Released on probation, she has no one to turn to until Chad shows up at her door. It doesn't take long for Iggy to realize the dimple-cheeked park ranger can help her avoid jail if he gives her a way to complete her community service. He lifts his right hand and swears an oath to do just that.
Now, Iggy is an unwilling volunteer, and Chad is her court-approved compliance officer. Sure, it means they’re living and working together, but it doesn’t mean they should give into the off-the-charts chemistry that keeps sparking between them.
About the Merry Mischief Series
A chance encounter. A spark of mischief. A night in jail.
Three demons return to a hometown they thought they’d left behind. What starts as a surprise reunion spirals into drunken chaos, landing them in jail. Now each has ninety days to satisfy the terms of their probation or risk the judge's wrath.
If they play nice and cozy up to a local in need of help, they can work off their misdeeds before the holidays. But if they lose their hearts along the way, they could be facing a life sentence of living in Winter Bliss.
The series is three stand-alone novellas written by three authors, that can be read and enjoyed in any order.
325 pages, Paperback
Published November 24, 2024
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December 12, 2024
Like most people who read the 1st three books, I had my reservations about Chad, but this is easily my fave of this collab so far! I freaking love Chad and his puppy eagerness. Iggy was so fun - blunt and confident in some ways, but masking a mountain of insecurity. Their culture clashes were funny and I loved that deal making turned into their foreplay. More than all of that, I loved that they saw each other and what they needed most. Iggy was Chad’s fiercest defender to his crappy parents and helped him learn that he shouldn’t have to settle for less from family. Chad was devoted to Iggy and became someone she could rely on. They were freaking adorable.
Spice: 4/5
Triggers: anxiety induced mental block, loss of employment and subsequent grief, brief discussion of houselessness, past child abandonment by parent, toxic parents, emotionally abusive behavior from parents, brief jail time, inebriation and subsequent arson (everyone’s ok)
Spice: 4/5
Triggers: anxiety induced mental block, loss of employment and subsequent grief, brief discussion of houselessness, past child abandonment by parent, toxic parents, emotionally abusive behavior from parents, brief jail time, inebriation and subsequent arson (everyone’s ok)
November 20, 2024
Thank you for letting me join the winter bliss arc team.
3.5⭐
I really really loved the beginning.
Her telling him that he's a rabbit hunting was hilarious. 😂
But somewhere down the middle i kinda got lost. Their relationship can start with a one night stand, but it felt not just insta love...but that Chad just wanted someone who wanted him and someone that was going to stay at the town. (Kinda like he would settle for anyone kinda vibe)
That feeling didn't go away because I read more smut scenes than I did where they interacted and it feeling like an actual bond grew.
This could just be a me thing since I'm not usually the biggest fan for insta love tropes.
3.5⭐
I really really loved the beginning.
Her telling him that he's a rabbit hunting was hilarious. 😂
But somewhere down the middle i kinda got lost. Their relationship can start with a one night stand, but it felt not just insta love...but that Chad just wanted someone who wanted him and someone that was going to stay at the town. (Kinda like he would settle for anyone kinda vibe)
That feeling didn't go away because I read more smut scenes than I did where they interacted and it feeling like an actual bond grew.
This could just be a me thing since I'm not usually the biggest fan for insta love tropes.
November 29, 2024
Lucy, what happened, is this the same Chad we met last year? I can't believe it he had so much potential in him!
I like him a lot, the way he put himself out there with basically everybody, or how he wore his heart on his sleeve with Iggy. That takes a lot of courage and yeah, it was a bit of the same old Chad at the beginning but I fell for him the moment he fell for Iggy, right outside of the bar. He's such a nice person, always going the extra mile to help people out without asking anything in return.
Iggy is so true to herself, that she didn't care to change or tone down who she is. Anywhere she goes. She wants something, she goes for it. I felt really bad for her about her family expectations but I liked the relationship with her sister, helping her anytime Iggy asked for her help. What I loved the most about her is that she attempted to get to know Chad and his niece, and make an effort to get to know the human culture, rather than just imposing her own demon culture and force deals on everybody.
Thank you Lucy for bringing me back to Winter Bliss. I received an ARC and all opinions are my own.
I like him a lot, the way he put himself out there with basically everybody, or how he wore his heart on his sleeve with Iggy. That takes a lot of courage and yeah, it was a bit of the same old Chad at the beginning but I fell for him the moment he fell for Iggy, right outside of the bar. He's such a nice person, always going the extra mile to help people out without asking anything in return.
Iggy is so true to herself, that she didn't care to change or tone down who she is. Anywhere she goes. She wants something, she goes for it. I felt really bad for her about her family expectations but I liked the relationship with her sister, helping her anytime Iggy asked for her help. What I loved the most about her is that she attempted to get to know Chad and his niece, and make an effort to get to know the human culture, rather than just imposing her own demon culture and force deals on everybody.
Thank you Lucy for bringing me back to Winter Bliss. I received an ARC and all opinions are my own.
November 19, 2024
4.5 stars
"You don't have to stay anywhere you don't want to be. Just stay with me, and I'll stay with you. Wherever you go, I'll follow."
Ok so I'm still not 100% convinced this was the same Chad from the first Winter Bliss series because....I like him. Despite his attempts at bothering women in bars every week with the cheesiest pick up lines you ever heard, I grew to love him once we got to see the other sides of him. Devoted uncle, dedicated worker, helpful friend...come on! Such a cinnamon roll under all that Chad.
I loved how Iggy was so unapologetically herself and felt so bad that she felt she had to keep her secret and hide from the world. Those family and society expectations really suck. But she did make attempts to understand and accept differences between demon and human culture.
The story felt a bit slow for me at first and there were quite a number of time jumps but once the two MCs really starting interacting more together I really got into the story. It was so nice being back in the Winter Bliss world!
"You don't have to stay anywhere you don't want to be. Just stay with me, and I'll stay with you. Wherever you go, I'll follow."
Ok so I'm still not 100% convinced this was the same Chad from the first Winter Bliss series because....I like him. Despite his attempts at bothering women in bars every week with the cheesiest pick up lines you ever heard, I grew to love him once we got to see the other sides of him. Devoted uncle, dedicated worker, helpful friend...come on! Such a cinnamon roll under all that Chad.
I loved how Iggy was so unapologetically herself and felt so bad that she felt she had to keep her secret and hide from the world. Those family and society expectations really suck. But she did make attempts to understand and accept differences between demon and human culture.
The story felt a bit slow for me at first and there were quite a number of time jumps but once the two MCs really starting interacting more together I really got into the story. It was so nice being back in the Winter Bliss world!
December 1, 2024
My annual trip to Winter Bliss is becoming a bit of a tradition now. I was so excited to jump into this year’s books, and as I predicted, I was not disappointed.
This one was so much fun! There was just the right amount of chaos, and I loved every second.
Iggy was the best. She is so unapologetically herself, and it's one of my favorite things to see. I loved watching this demoness bring some trouble into the lives of those around her. I also really loved the way that she saw Chad. She saw him for all he had to offer from the start, and it never stopped.
F*cking Chad! You would not have caught me saying this last year, but now… That man is precious, and he deserves THE WORLD! I loved his growth through the story. Watching him point his sunshine at himself for once and allowing himself to want things was a joy. I think that is something I can relate to, and I loved watching him discover those things.
Winter Bliss has become one of my favorite places to visit. Lucy has just added so many more delightful layers to this place and its continued stories. I had an absolute ball!
I read this “Merry Mischief” book first (they can be read in any order). I loved that the characters from the other two stories were tied closer to this story. Catching glimpses was so fun, and speculating about their stories before getting swept up in them was a treat! I can’t wait to read those as well!
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This one was so much fun! There was just the right amount of chaos, and I loved every second.
Iggy was the best. She is so unapologetically herself, and it's one of my favorite things to see. I loved watching this demoness bring some trouble into the lives of those around her. I also really loved the way that she saw Chad. She saw him for all he had to offer from the start, and it never stopped.
F*cking Chad! You would not have caught me saying this last year, but now… That man is precious, and he deserves THE WORLD! I loved his growth through the story. Watching him point his sunshine at himself for once and allowing himself to want things was a joy. I think that is something I can relate to, and I loved watching him discover those things.
Winter Bliss has become one of my favorite places to visit. Lucy has just added so many more delightful layers to this place and its continued stories. I had an absolute ball!
I read this “Merry Mischief” book first (they can be read in any order). I loved that the characters from the other two stories were tied closer to this story. Catching glimpses was so fun, and speculating about their stories before getting swept up in them was a treat! I can’t wait to read those as well!
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 26, 2024
I got an ARC and I am so glad that I did.
In the beginning, Limón notes that some people didn't like Chad and I don't know who those people were because I found Chad to be a fun twist in the original Winter Bliss books....
Any who Chad is an adorable park ranger (and total golden retriever) who has a huge fear of abandonment. He is constantly writing the cheesiest pick up lines to try to find his forever love. But then Iggy walks into his life and chases him. And then there's Iggy who has a case of the iddies.
I love them both. I thought the dynamic was unique and I enjoyed Iggy's take on family and friendships compared to Chad's. I liked how their story worked out and was glad to get to see Chad find happiness.
I love Winter Bliss and how cozy it is. I love getting to revisit and can't wait to see what the trio come up with next!
In the beginning, Limón notes that some people didn't like Chad and I don't know who those people were because I found Chad to be a fun twist in the original Winter Bliss books....
Any who Chad is an adorable park ranger (and total golden retriever) who has a huge fear of abandonment. He is constantly writing the cheesiest pick up lines to try to find his forever love. But then Iggy walks into his life and chases him. And then there's Iggy who has a case of the iddies.
I love them both. I thought the dynamic was unique and I enjoyed Iggy's take on family and friendships compared to Chad's. I liked how their story worked out and was glad to get to see Chad find happiness.
I love Winter Bliss and how cozy it is. I love getting to revisit and can't wait to see what the trio come up with next!
November 22, 2024
I received this arc for free and am reviewing voluntarily.
A spark of trouble is a
holiday romance that perfectly captures unexpected connections. Iggy, a demonic woman down on her luck gets herself wrapped up in her friends drama, I.E destruction of public property and is forced to work community service. Coincidentally, the guy she hooks up with her first night back in town is a park ranger and able to manage her hours.
Chad, a cringy but endearing park ranger stops at nothing to help her while trying not to take advantage of her. Their chemistry is amazing with tension that will keep you glued to the book.
It is a must have for anyone craving cozy and feel good vibes this holiday.
A spark of trouble is a
holiday romance that perfectly captures unexpected connections. Iggy, a demonic woman down on her luck gets herself wrapped up in her friends drama, I.E destruction of public property and is forced to work community service. Coincidentally, the guy she hooks up with her first night back in town is a park ranger and able to manage her hours.
Chad, a cringy but endearing park ranger stops at nothing to help her while trying not to take advantage of her. Their chemistry is amazing with tension that will keep you glued to the book.
It is a must have for anyone craving cozy and feel good vibes this holiday.
December 2, 2024
I received an ARC of this book from the author but my review is entirely voluntary and honest.
….
I was so happy to return to Winter Bliss and this book did not disappoint! There were moments where the FMC bothered me but I think Limón does a great job of getting you to understand her characters and the reasons behind their actions. By the end, I felt like I could see how the positive effects the FMC and MMC had on each other as people. The ending was maybe a little rushed, particularly regarding the FMCs choices/decisions, but I overall really enjoyed this book and wound definitely reread/recommend!
….
I was so happy to return to Winter Bliss and this book did not disappoint! There were moments where the FMC bothered me but I think Limón does a great job of getting you to understand her characters and the reasons behind their actions. By the end, I felt like I could see how the positive effects the FMC and MMC had on each other as people. The ending was maybe a little rushed, particularly regarding the FMCs choices/decisions, but I overall really enjoyed this book and wound definitely reread/recommend!
November 22, 2024
This book is part of a three-book series, Merry Mischief (by different authors), that will be released on Dec. 2nd, 2024. Merry Mischief is a paranormal, spicy Christmas standalone romance series that intertwines but can be read in any order. THESE ARE NOT DARK ROMANCES—JUST SPICY ROMANCES.
ARC Review:
I have mixed feelings about this one. It's definitely not the type of book I usually read (I am a dark romance girlie). It's a paranormal, spicy Christmas rom-com (not dark). Don't get me wrong—I genuinely enjoyed it. Chad is kind of cringy initially, but he grew on me as the story progressed. Iggy is a straight-up mess but in a character-growth way. This is my first "one-night stand to lovers" story, so I wasn't totally sure what to expect.
Chad is CHEESY and very persistent in finding "the one," but his one requirement is that she be local to Winter Bliss. He's almost desperate for it as if he's willing to take anyone at this point. It's kind of sad. Iggy is only in town because she has to be, but she plans to leave as soon as possible. They meet at the bar he goes to every Friday to use his literal notebook full of pickup lines on the women, hoping one of them works. The second he sees Iggy, he's entranced. There is no erasing her from his memory. They have their one-night stand, and they part ways.
Throughout the story, they somehow end up back in each other's paths, falling slowly but surely into their out-of-this-world chemistry. They become friends with benefits (because they just can't resist each other). The spice was super fun to read. He is REALLY good at taking care of her during AND after (we love aftercare). He is so down bad for this woman, and it's so sweet. Everything between them is bliss. The problem? He wants to stay, and she doesn't.
The author struck true with the golden retriever x black cat vibe. Chad becomes a loveable character, and Iggy gets a little self-growth from past trauma. Their chemistry is excellent, and I loved the banter. This one gave me some good laughs. The story was good, and I recommend it to those who like their Christmas rom-coms with a bit of spice.
Overall: 4/5
Spice: 2.75/5
ARC Review:
I have mixed feelings about this one. It's definitely not the type of book I usually read (I am a dark romance girlie). It's a paranormal, spicy Christmas rom-com (not dark). Don't get me wrong—I genuinely enjoyed it. Chad is kind of cringy initially, but he grew on me as the story progressed. Iggy is a straight-up mess but in a character-growth way. This is my first "one-night stand to lovers" story, so I wasn't totally sure what to expect.
Chad is CHEESY and very persistent in finding "the one," but his one requirement is that she be local to Winter Bliss. He's almost desperate for it as if he's willing to take anyone at this point. It's kind of sad. Iggy is only in town because she has to be, but she plans to leave as soon as possible. They meet at the bar he goes to every Friday to use his literal notebook full of pickup lines on the women, hoping one of them works. The second he sees Iggy, he's entranced. There is no erasing her from his memory. They have their one-night stand, and they part ways.
Throughout the story, they somehow end up back in each other's paths, falling slowly but surely into their out-of-this-world chemistry. They become friends with benefits (because they just can't resist each other). The spice was super fun to read. He is REALLY good at taking care of her during AND after (we love aftercare). He is so down bad for this woman, and it's so sweet. Everything between them is bliss. The problem? He wants to stay, and she doesn't.
The author struck true with the golden retriever x black cat vibe. Chad becomes a loveable character, and Iggy gets a little self-growth from past trauma. Their chemistry is excellent, and I loved the banter. This one gave me some good laughs. The story was good, and I recommend it to those who like their Christmas rom-coms with a bit of spice.
Overall: 4/5
Spice: 2.75/5
November 24, 2024
I received an ARC copy of this book and I am leaving a voluntary review. Thank you to the author!
**
Iggy and Chad had a one-night stand. Yes, it was hot AF, but it was supposed to be one night only. She's not living in Winter Bliss and Chad has sworn to himself that he will find a local girl to settle down with. But neither of them seems to be able to forget the other and when life throws a curveball at them in the shape of Iggy's community service, these two find themselves not only working together at the park ranger office but living together. But it's just for 250 hours and then Iggy is out of here. Right?
I will admit, I had my hesitations over Chad in the beginning but he managed to win me over in the very first few chapters. There are layers to him! His heart is in his sleeve and bigger than I imagined! And he's hot. So hot. I love him. And how he was very selfless just amplified my liking of him. I truly enjoyed watching him take Iggy under his wing and even offering her a place to stay. Sigh. The romantic in me is giggling and kicking my feet over this,
I really enjoyed this story and the romance between Iggy and Chad. They worked really well as friends in the beginning and as they slowly began to fall in love, I eagerly awaited any and all results. And this book did not disappoint, I loved their romance and their banter and how both characters grew up within the book. Especially Iggy's growth was magnificent to see and I loved her introspective moments. And Winter Bliss is still so lovely and I'm so happy I got to see this part of the town as well.
**
Iggy and Chad had a one-night stand. Yes, it was hot AF, but it was supposed to be one night only. She's not living in Winter Bliss and Chad has sworn to himself that he will find a local girl to settle down with. But neither of them seems to be able to forget the other and when life throws a curveball at them in the shape of Iggy's community service, these two find themselves not only working together at the park ranger office but living together. But it's just for 250 hours and then Iggy is out of here. Right?
I will admit, I had my hesitations over Chad in the beginning but he managed to win me over in the very first few chapters. There are layers to him! His heart is in his sleeve and bigger than I imagined! And he's hot. So hot. I love him. And how he was very selfless just amplified my liking of him. I truly enjoyed watching him take Iggy under his wing and even offering her a place to stay. Sigh. The romantic in me is giggling and kicking my feet over this,
I really enjoyed this story and the romance between Iggy and Chad. They worked really well as friends in the beginning and as they slowly began to fall in love, I eagerly awaited any and all results. And this book did not disappoint, I loved their romance and their banter and how both characters grew up within the book. Especially Iggy's growth was magnificent to see and I loved her introspective moments. And Winter Bliss is still so lovely and I'm so happy I got to see this part of the town as well.
December 13, 2024
Look, I know we all say not to judge a book by its cover but COME ON, look at this stunner. A golden retriever park ranger wearing a cowboy hat & a tiny, spunky demon with a style I want to steal? I was sold. And A Spark of Trouble by Lucy Limón absolutely delivered. We’ve got Chad, who is definitely not a Chad. He’s more like if Ted Lasso were a park ranger. And we have Iggy, who is basically April Ludgate, if she were a demon. And I love them together so much. (Okay, I know I could have just said Andy & April, but Chad is definitely more Ted.) The chemistry between these two is just so good & they’re a real opposites attract, but perfect for each other pairing. I’ll be thinking about their first hookup outside the bar for a very long time.
I really identify with Iggy & appreciate reading her experience feeling like she’s a self-fulfilling product of other people’s worst expectations & opinions. Sometimes you don’t need to change yourself but change who you surround yourself with & there are many good people in Winter Bliss. (But Chad is absolutely the best of them all.)
This book serves up all the things we love about a cozy, small town holiday romance but with the addition of lots of spice, deep layers, found family, & great fantasy elements & demon lore. It’s fun & festive, without being over the top. It’s sweet & steamy & so endearing. I am so glad that I stumbled into Winter Bliss. I don’t plan on leaving anytime soon!
Thank you to Lucy Limón & Book Sirens for providing a digital copy of this book for review. I am leaving this review voluntarily & all thoughts/opinions expressed are my own.
I really identify with Iggy & appreciate reading her experience feeling like she’s a self-fulfilling product of other people’s worst expectations & opinions. Sometimes you don’t need to change yourself but change who you surround yourself with & there are many good people in Winter Bliss. (But Chad is absolutely the best of them all.)
This book serves up all the things we love about a cozy, small town holiday romance but with the addition of lots of spice, deep layers, found family, & great fantasy elements & demon lore. It’s fun & festive, without being over the top. It’s sweet & steamy & so endearing. I am so glad that I stumbled into Winter Bliss. I don’t plan on leaving anytime soon!
Thank you to Lucy Limón & Book Sirens for providing a digital copy of this book for review. I am leaving this review voluntarily & all thoughts/opinions expressed are my own.
November 17, 2024
Chad and Iggy are the cutest golden retriever x black cat duo.
Chad is cheesy and a little (a lot) cringe at first, with his horrible, rehearsed pick up lines. He has rules against approaching out of towners, as his type is "local woman." A losing situation that gets him nothing, except the eye of Iggy. And baby boy falls hard and fast.
Iggy is a bit of a mess. She's returned to her hometown, meets Chad, and then promptly gets herself in hot water with her two equally messy high school friends. (I cannot wait to read their books)
Iggy and Chad embark on a friends with bennies type deal since she's not staying and he's not going. But these two are fighting their feelings every step of the way. Obviously, it's a HEA, with a hot and steamy journey to commitment.
Chad is cheesy and a little (a lot) cringe at first, with his horrible, rehearsed pick up lines. He has rules against approaching out of towners, as his type is "local woman." A losing situation that gets him nothing, except the eye of Iggy. And baby boy falls hard and fast.
Iggy is a bit of a mess. She's returned to her hometown, meets Chad, and then promptly gets herself in hot water with her two equally messy high school friends. (I cannot wait to read their books)
Iggy and Chad embark on a friends with bennies type deal since she's not staying and he's not going. But these two are fighting their feelings every step of the way. Obviously, it's a HEA, with a hot and steamy journey to commitment.
November 25, 2024
Ahhh Winter Bliss, I’ve missed you. We return with 3 more installments from the quaint town of Winter Bliss.
My first read is Spark of Trouble by @lucylimon.books
The story follows Chad, a forest ranger, who believes he’s in love with the Towns librarian. With aspirations of falling for a local, Chad runs into trouble by the Name of Iggy. Ignatia is a troubled soul caught in a mishap not of her own doing, Realises a good deal when she sees one.
The plot is so good, grips you from the first sentence. The steam is hot. I never thought I could fall for Chad, he just seemed so meh. But this man can make you 🥵
Chad and Iggy are one steamy couple.
There’s no need to read the first 3 stories set in Winter Bliss but you really should 😉
My first read is Spark of Trouble by @lucylimon.books
The story follows Chad, a forest ranger, who believes he’s in love with the Towns librarian. With aspirations of falling for a local, Chad runs into trouble by the Name of Iggy. Ignatia is a troubled soul caught in a mishap not of her own doing, Realises a good deal when she sees one.
The plot is so good, grips you from the first sentence. The steam is hot. I never thought I could fall for Chad, he just seemed so meh. But this man can make you 🥵
Chad and Iggy are one steamy couple.
There’s no need to read the first 3 stories set in Winter Bliss but you really should 😉
January 2, 2025
Yet another series lately where I've blundered into the middle without reading any prior books, but this one works fine as a standalone. The story was unexpectedly sweet, and Chad and Iggy complemented each other so well. I was definitely rooting for them, with their vulnerabilities and opposites-attract energy. The demon/human cultural differences added some depth and tension. And I love the cover! It so perfectly encapsulates the two of them, it's fantastic. Very open-door, so if you're listening to an audiobook then be aware lol. New-to-me author, will definitely be reading more from her!
December 1, 2024
This was a very cute double POV love story! I enjoyed the faster pace of the story and the main character. She exemplified a tough, independent woman trying to navigate her self/life after almost spending time in jail. She happens to see her one night stand again and he begins to help her more than she expects. She tries to navigate these new feelings that are arising for him while trying to regain some balance in her life on her own. On the other hand, he’s settled and knows that he wants to be with her for the rest of his life from the first moment they met at the bar. It’s an enjoyable, light read if you’re looking for a cute love story!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 6, 2024
I can't believe this is the same Chad from Holidays Ablaze, talk about a redemption . You never know what you're going to get when you enter bliss, but maybe I want a Chad? I really enjoyed Iggy and Chad's story! It's the perfect balance of spice, black cat and golden retriever energy and cringey pickup lines
December 1, 2024
I love a good he falls first story 🙌🏼 these two have such fun chemistry even if they try to fight it. Sparks fly and internal issues come out to play. And Chad, darling Chad Falls fast and hard and is determined to make Iggy stay. Cozy, funny, steamy- all the Winter Bliss Vibes you know and love!
December 15, 2024
I received an ARC of this book from Book Sirens in exchange for an honest review.
I was immediately drawn in by the cutesy cover and it really was the perfect read to get me into the holiday season!
Chad was adorable and hilarious and I love how he and Izzy complimented each other.
One of my favorite things about the book was how the author developed demon culture and how it helped to shape Izzy's character.
I also really liked the friend group that we got introduced to and I'm excited to read about the other two demon MCs in their own books.
Pick this up if you're looking for a sweet and spicy read full of winter magic!
I was immediately drawn in by the cutesy cover and it really was the perfect read to get me into the holiday season!
Chad was adorable and hilarious and I love how he and Izzy complimented each other.
One of my favorite things about the book was how the author developed demon culture and how it helped to shape Izzy's character.
I also really liked the friend group that we got introduced to and I'm excited to read about the other two demon MCs in their own books.
Pick this up if you're looking for a sweet and spicy read full of winter magic!
December 27, 2024
This was such a great read! It was funny, emotional, hot, and sweet! I didn't expect to fall for Chad, the hat-tipping ranger with the cheesiest pick-up lines, but I was so wrong! Iggy was hilarious, and the two of them together made for the cutest - and hottest - duo! I loved this story so much! Now I'm off to read the other two books in the series and look for flight tickets to Winter Bliss 😁
November 28, 2024
I'm absolutely in love with this story.
Iggy and chad r amazing
This book was spicy cute and I want more 😍
Iggy and chad r amazing
This book was spicy cute and I want more 😍
December 19, 2024
So so sooooo good! Chad and Iggy are opposites and yet they fit together amazingly! I loved their story and I hope everyone gives it a chance! Happy Holidays!
January 27, 2025
This was sweet, funny, hot and cheery. I needed an easy mellow romance to balance Onyx Storm, this was the perfect breather.
December 2, 2024
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I AM UNWELL. 🥺
Listen up, buttercups. I'm going to preface this by saying that if you haven't read the 'Horned up for the Holidays' Winter Bliss books from 2023, do that first.
Chad is a pivotal, if minor (and slightly annoying) character there, and this is his story.
And I was HERE for it. The redemption arc for that guy that I didn't know I needed.
His delicious, heart punching golden retriever energy matched Iggy's spicy black cat tendencies to a tea. The give and take between them was SO. GOOD. The way they filled in for each other's needs, even when they didn't know it...I'm sobbing at all the tender, tasty bits.
This just enlightened me as to Chad's real character, and I'm so glad. Do I regret feeling annoyed by him in the precious books? Maybe. But I think he was who he needed to be there, and this book just opened our eyes to his sweet little self!
Their chemistry! Their dynamic! Their feelings! Cheese on a cracker, Lucy Limon, you blew this book out of the water.
Also, can we just make a pit stop on the spice? Gold 🌟! A+++!
Honestly, just give this one ALL the 🌟's!!
I AM UNWELL. 🥺
Listen up, buttercups. I'm going to preface this by saying that if you haven't read the 'Horned up for the Holidays' Winter Bliss books from 2023, do that first.
Chad is a pivotal, if minor (and slightly annoying) character there, and this is his story.
And I was HERE for it. The redemption arc for that guy that I didn't know I needed.
His delicious, heart punching golden retriever energy matched Iggy's spicy black cat tendencies to a tea. The give and take between them was SO. GOOD. The way they filled in for each other's needs, even when they didn't know it...I'm sobbing at all the tender, tasty bits.
This just enlightened me as to Chad's real character, and I'm so glad. Do I regret feeling annoyed by him in the precious books? Maybe. But I think he was who he needed to be there, and this book just opened our eyes to his sweet little self!
Their chemistry! Their dynamic! Their feelings! Cheese on a cracker, Lucy Limon, you blew this book out of the water.
Also, can we just make a pit stop on the spice? Gold 🌟! A+++!
Honestly, just give this one ALL the 🌟's!!
December 2, 2024
❤️🔥❄️ Arc Review ❄️❤️🔥
~~ A Spark Of Trouble ~~
By Lucy Limón
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Tropes:
• Urban Fantasy
• Monster Romance
• Golden retriever x Black Cat
• Park Ranger with Anxiety
• Demon that can’t make fire
• Sweet Dumb human MMC
• Sassy Dumb FMC
• Forced proximity
• He Falls First
• fun banter
This book was an absolute delight! Both chapters where flawed and loveable, passionate and and a joy to read.
Though they meet by chance in an bar that leads to steamy things, Iggy and Chad’s story is a cute slow burn with a happy ending and a festival vibe.
Not to mention it is really funny and I like the writing style.
This was my first time reading Lucy Limón and since finishing it I have made sure to add her other books to my ever growing TBR 🫶🫶🫶🫶
~~ A Spark Of Trouble ~~
By Lucy Limón
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Tropes:
• Urban Fantasy
• Monster Romance
• Golden retriever x Black Cat
• Park Ranger with Anxiety
• Demon that can’t make fire
• Sweet Dumb human MMC
• Sassy Dumb FMC
• Forced proximity
• He Falls First
• fun banter
This book was an absolute delight! Both chapters where flawed and loveable, passionate and and a joy to read.
Though they meet by chance in an bar that leads to steamy things, Iggy and Chad’s story is a cute slow burn with a happy ending and a festival vibe.
Not to mention it is really funny and I like the writing style.
This was my first time reading Lucy Limón and since finishing it I have made sure to add her other books to my ever growing TBR 🫶🫶🫶🫶
February 15, 2025
I was so blessed to be a part of the ARC team for the second year of my favorite holiday series. Things have been…rough…these past few months & the Winter Bliss books are just so wholesome and some much needed cozy escapism. I love how all three authors have created such deeply relatable neurodivergent characters. Standalone yet cohesive worlds are hard to do & this collection excels at that.
May 11, 2025
Lucy Limón did a thing. She made me fall in love with Chad.
After the Holidays Ablaze series from '23, I was incredibly curious to see how and if it was possible to make such a disliked character, lovable. It turned out that our Chad is an incredibly loyal golden retriever who just had tons of love to give to the people around him. I laughed and got chocked up at times. Iggy was such a gem in how she challenged Chad and simultaneously looked out for him and defended him regardless of their relationship status.
I loved everything about this story, and it's definitely a must read this holiday season!
After the Holidays Ablaze series from '23, I was incredibly curious to see how and if it was possible to make such a disliked character, lovable. It turned out that our Chad is an incredibly loyal golden retriever who just had tons of love to give to the people around him. I laughed and got chocked up at times. Iggy was such a gem in how she challenged Chad and simultaneously looked out for him and defended him regardless of their relationship status.
I loved everything about this story, and it's definitely a must read this holiday season!
March 26, 2025
F*ckin! Chad! Except not? Because he's my perfect angel? Horrifying but true. Has there ever been a dumber man with better intentions? No, no, there has not. I love him, your honour. Lucy Limón might have done the impossible in making a loveable pick-up artist. When we first meet Chad he seems like a slick player (or worse, he's trying to be), but we get to know a hopeless romantic with the biggest heart and the biggest stick up his cute butt. I think I averaged about 20 evil cackles an hour reading Iggy unravel this secret stickler. The Casanova-settles-down romcom is a classic, but Lucy absolutely made it fresh. Instead of a sleazeball reluctantly learning respect for one (1) woman, we got an extremely earnest and romantic person who was just a little too invested in manifesting his planned life and learned to go after happiness rather than safety. Instead of forcing a female audience to forgive a creep because he has a backstory, we got a character with a seriously complicated present day who's doing his best and gets the space to relax and be genuine. Chad should have been the worst, but goddammit, she pulled him off. I'm furious.
He gets extra flowers because I'm obsessed with this portrayal of a park ranger! I grew up in a (British) national park and can confirm that his easy exterior with rules nerd interior is absolutely accurate. I adore his relationship with land and community, the way the volcano makes the fiery heart of the book, and the portrayal of environmental care as unglamorous, under-funded, routine grunt work instead of something saccharine. Me and Chad are both very protective of the hills and frustrated by people who think the countryside is an idyllic theme park with no responsibilities. I have a real bee in my bonnet about rural life being idealised in books. Chad's life was so refreshing and relatable. His job is underpaid, his work is hard and dirty and dangerous, his family is a mess that doesn't magically fix, and his community is both a sanctuary and a tangle. It's not all perfect nuclear families, manicured gardens, and wealth. Rural life is real life, and I love this book for that.
But Iggy's getting all the flowers from me! She's definitely one of my favourite FMCs ever. I love her comedy, attitude, stubbornness, and the fear at her core that makes her story so real. I love, love, LOVE that this isn't a story about a black cat getting fixed by a golden retriever. Iggy is changed by love, but she firmly takes the reins in her own journey. She also sees the flaws in Chad and her hard edges become assets in his life, giving her so much nuance and making her so loveable in her imperfection. She's never written judgementally. She's flawed, but she's always sympathetic, her reactions always make sense, and she's always a riot. Her deal-making was some of my favourite demon writing of all time and I love that it was so consistent in her way of thinking and their dynamic. Plus, gotta love a goth queen.
Spark is a story that seems to be about opposites attract, but ends up being about two similarly stubborn souls. Chad and Iggy release their ideals and go for the messy reality, and I'm head over heels about them!
I also just love the sense of place in this book. From the Under the Volcano bar to the national park, I really felt like I lived in Winter Bliss. I was stupidly excited for the volcano scene, like honestly I don’t want to spoil it but it’s gold. And all that placehood around the volcano was so gorgeous when it started to weave into Iggy’s magical powers. You don’t need a fancy wellness getaway if you’ve got Spark of Trouble!
He gets extra flowers because I'm obsessed with this portrayal of a park ranger! I grew up in a (British) national park and can confirm that his easy exterior with rules nerd interior is absolutely accurate. I adore his relationship with land and community, the way the volcano makes the fiery heart of the book, and the portrayal of environmental care as unglamorous, under-funded, routine grunt work instead of something saccharine. Me and Chad are both very protective of the hills and frustrated by people who think the countryside is an idyllic theme park with no responsibilities. I have a real bee in my bonnet about rural life being idealised in books. Chad's life was so refreshing and relatable. His job is underpaid, his work is hard and dirty and dangerous, his family is a mess that doesn't magically fix, and his community is both a sanctuary and a tangle. It's not all perfect nuclear families, manicured gardens, and wealth. Rural life is real life, and I love this book for that.
But Iggy's getting all the flowers from me! She's definitely one of my favourite FMCs ever. I love her comedy, attitude, stubbornness, and the fear at her core that makes her story so real. I love, love, LOVE that this isn't a story about a black cat getting fixed by a golden retriever. Iggy is changed by love, but she firmly takes the reins in her own journey. She also sees the flaws in Chad and her hard edges become assets in his life, giving her so much nuance and making her so loveable in her imperfection. She's never written judgementally. She's flawed, but she's always sympathetic, her reactions always make sense, and she's always a riot. Her deal-making was some of my favourite demon writing of all time and I love that it was so consistent in her way of thinking and their dynamic. Plus, gotta love a goth queen.
Spark is a story that seems to be about opposites attract, but ends up being about two similarly stubborn souls. Chad and Iggy release their ideals and go for the messy reality, and I'm head over heels about them!
I also just love the sense of place in this book. From the Under the Volcano bar to the national park, I really felt like I lived in Winter Bliss. I was stupidly excited for the volcano scene, like honestly I don’t want to spoil it but it’s gold. And all that placehood around the volcano was so gorgeous when it started to weave into Iggy’s magical powers. You don’t need a fancy wellness getaway if you’ve got Spark of Trouble!
December 3, 2024
Part of the Merry Mischief Trio, A Spark of Trouble is the delightful story of Iggy and Chad in Winter Bliss. I immediately connected with Iggy - a prickly demoness struggling with familial expectations, some self-destructive tendencies, and a penchant for black clothes and bargain-striking. Honestly, Iggy was who I wanted to be when I was an angsty goth teen, a - nd reading about her and her journey made me warm and fuzzy inside - like I’d found my spark. Chad - yeah, the Chad that we met in Beastly and Bookish - is a flirty, earnest park ranger on the hunt for a love that won’t leave him. He wants to create the warm and devoted family that he doesn’t have. A super hot hook-up between these two seemingly complete opposites becomes a multi-month situationship as Iggy struggles with her court-ordered community service and Chad struggles with his feelings for the demoness who will surely leave him heartbroken and crushed.
Chad is redeemed! What a marvelous turn-around for this character! Lucy Limon really created a beautiful back-story for Chad and his cheesy pick-up lines. He’s just a big ol’ golden retriever whose family has imploded and fractured and he’s trying to create a stable home for himself and his niece. His friendship with Luis and his love for Winter Bliss are so heart-warming and his determination to help Iggy left me with fuzzy feelings. Apparently, good guys DO wear white hats! I loved watching Iggy’s journey - her self-assurance and confidence and cleverness make her the sassy demoness heroine of our dreams and her take-no-prisoners bargain-making skills make her formidable. Plus, as a former emo/goth kid, I felt for Iggy as she realized that bad boy hook-ups aren’t as marvelous as spicy and supportive partnerships. As both of these flawed and kind characters explored and resolved their relationships with their families, the expectations of parents, and who they were and wanted to be, we get to witness two characters grow and flourish, both as individuals and as a couple.
I loved reading a demoness - human male rom-com and I woke my partner up laughing out loud while reading past my bedtime. Limon’s descriptions of Winter Bliss’s natural beauty is amazing - I could fully picture Chad’s domain and I loved exploring into the volcano more. Let me tell you - lava wasn’t the hottest thing under the surface of Mount Winter Bliss. The more I learn about demonkind, the more I want to know. I can’t wait for the next trip to Winter Bliss.
I received an advance review copy for free from the author, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. All opinions are my own.
Chad is redeemed! What a marvelous turn-around for this character! Lucy Limon really created a beautiful back-story for Chad and his cheesy pick-up lines. He’s just a big ol’ golden retriever whose family has imploded and fractured and he’s trying to create a stable home for himself and his niece. His friendship with Luis and his love for Winter Bliss are so heart-warming and his determination to help Iggy left me with fuzzy feelings. Apparently, good guys DO wear white hats! I loved watching Iggy’s journey - her self-assurance and confidence and cleverness make her the sassy demoness heroine of our dreams and her take-no-prisoners bargain-making skills make her formidable. Plus, as a former emo/goth kid, I felt for Iggy as she realized that bad boy hook-ups aren’t as marvelous as spicy and supportive partnerships. As both of these flawed and kind characters explored and resolved their relationships with their families, the expectations of parents, and who they were and wanted to be, we get to witness two characters grow and flourish, both as individuals and as a couple.
I loved reading a demoness - human male rom-com and I woke my partner up laughing out loud while reading past my bedtime. Limon’s descriptions of Winter Bliss’s natural beauty is amazing - I could fully picture Chad’s domain and I loved exploring into the volcano more. Let me tell you - lava wasn’t the hottest thing under the surface of Mount Winter Bliss. The more I learn about demonkind, the more I want to know. I can’t wait for the next trip to Winter Bliss.
I received an advance review copy for free from the author, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. All opinions are my own.
November 23, 2024
Disclaimer: I got an ARC of the ebook in exchange for an honest review. This book is 18+
This is the second book I’ve spent in the Winter Bliss universe, and what can I say? I’m in love and invested! This book follows rebellious Iggy and dutiful Chad, as they learn to work together when Iggy finds herself needing to put in (court-ordered!) community service hours.
The sparks flew from the first time they met, and I enjoyed how the chemistry built through the book. I found every sentence well-written, and deeply empathized with our main characters. The smutty parts of the book felt genuine and authentic, not forced at all. I had a great time reading the character growth and learning about these two and their place in the Winter Bliss community. Chad and Iggy really did balance eachother so well!
Now, the (few) downsides… I’m sad it seemed to end so abruptly, but I’m hoping that future/ other books will hint at their “happily ever after.” I do feel like the last chapter cut off before it should’ve though; Iggy and Chad were (no spoilers) at an event and looking for someone. Before the main thing of the event even happened (I’m trying to be vague), the book was over. I would’ve liked to see the climax of the event through their perspective (assuming we even see it in other books), and I wish that the book had a more wrapped-up feeling resolution, if that makes sense.
Also, (this might include minor spoilers) I was honestly surprised that Chad didn’t end up being secretly a werewolf! He alludes to the existence of them and that what he feels is different, but with his personality and his inner references to “his wolf,” along with repeated words like “howling,” “growling,” etc., I fully expected a “surprise you’re a werewolf and it was hidden from you somehow!” family arc. I honestly would’ve loved that for him, though that would, admittedly, have been enough content for a whole other book (and raised questions about how one’s self could be hidden from them).
All in all I truly enjoyed this book, and find it truly deserving of all 4/5⭐️’s that it got from me! It’s cute, cozy, and the attraction is real. Definitely recommended for someone looking for a light romantic read to put them in the holiday spirits!
This is the second book I’ve spent in the Winter Bliss universe, and what can I say? I’m in love and invested! This book follows rebellious Iggy and dutiful Chad, as they learn to work together when Iggy finds herself needing to put in (court-ordered!) community service hours.
The sparks flew from the first time they met, and I enjoyed how the chemistry built through the book. I found every sentence well-written, and deeply empathized with our main characters. The smutty parts of the book felt genuine and authentic, not forced at all. I had a great time reading the character growth and learning about these two and their place in the Winter Bliss community. Chad and Iggy really did balance eachother so well!
Now, the (few) downsides… I’m sad it seemed to end so abruptly, but I’m hoping that future/ other books will hint at their “happily ever after.” I do feel like the last chapter cut off before it should’ve though; Iggy and Chad were (no spoilers) at an event and looking for someone. Before the main thing of the event even happened (I’m trying to be vague), the book was over. I would’ve liked to see the climax of the event through their perspective (assuming we even see it in other books), and I wish that the book had a more wrapped-up feeling resolution, if that makes sense.
Also, (this might include minor spoilers) I was honestly surprised that Chad didn’t end up being secretly a werewolf! He alludes to the existence of them and that what he feels is different, but with his personality and his inner references to “his wolf,” along with repeated words like “howling,” “growling,” etc., I fully expected a “surprise you’re a werewolf and it was hidden from you somehow!” family arc. I honestly would’ve loved that for him, though that would, admittedly, have been enough content for a whole other book (and raised questions about how one’s self could be hidden from them).
All in all I truly enjoyed this book, and find it truly deserving of all 4/5⭐️’s that it got from me! It’s cute, cozy, and the attraction is real. Definitely recommended for someone looking for a light romantic read to put them in the holiday spirits!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 7, 2024
First off, I want to thank the author for allowing me to be part of the arc team for this book. These are my honest thoughts and review.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Ok first off, I want to say that the author made me chuckle with that note at the start, about Chad not being liked by the readers and the characters of the last series in this world. I kinda get why when I started reading this. Chad is a tad bit annoying BUT gonna blame it on the hopeless romantic that he is. And secondly. THERE IS A CHARACTER THAT SPEAKS SPANISH!!! I am latina so when I see Spanish speaking characters and/or latin characters I jump for joy for that bit of representation.
So, I had a like/annoyed relationship with Chad and Iggy. Chad with his whole hopeless romantic while living in denial that he is a hopeless romance, and with that ONE rule of only hooking up with locals, honestly I wanted to slap him upside the head. And Iggy with her “everything must be repaid” attitude and always wanting to make deals to feel like everything has value. I get not wanting to owe things to people, but sometimes things are done from the goodness of their heart and nothing is owed for it! *breathes in and out* Thankfully, we do get clear explanations as to why they are how they are so I was more forgiving for them. Especially Chad with the kind of mother he has, oooo after the first meet of his mother, all I wanted to do was slap her silly after that! I wanna vent about how this woman irked me but then it would fall into spoilers and I don’t want to spoil the goods. But I am happy with the growth Iggy and Chad had until the end, added that they were even willing to do things they never thought they would do.
And the spice to this one, blazing like lava! Iggy and Chad are just feral for each other and that fire matched them perfectly. And it never felt forced between them, it felt so primal, that they really enjoyed themselves. I enjoyed my time with Iggy and Chad, yes even with the annoying moments of the start of their growth! And with how things ended in the final chapter, I kinda hope and wish we get to see how things go for them afterwards. A little snippet, if you will, at how happy they still are.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Ok first off, I want to say that the author made me chuckle with that note at the start, about Chad not being liked by the readers and the characters of the last series in this world. I kinda get why when I started reading this. Chad is a tad bit annoying BUT gonna blame it on the hopeless romantic that he is. And secondly. THERE IS A CHARACTER THAT SPEAKS SPANISH!!! I am latina so when I see Spanish speaking characters and/or latin characters I jump for joy for that bit of representation.
So, I had a like/annoyed relationship with Chad and Iggy. Chad with his whole hopeless romantic while living in denial that he is a hopeless romance, and with that ONE rule of only hooking up with locals, honestly I wanted to slap him upside the head. And Iggy with her “everything must be repaid” attitude and always wanting to make deals to feel like everything has value. I get not wanting to owe things to people, but sometimes things are done from the goodness of their heart and nothing is owed for it! *breathes in and out* Thankfully, we do get clear explanations as to why they are how they are so I was more forgiving for them. Especially Chad with the kind of mother he has, oooo after the first meet of his mother, all I wanted to do was slap her silly after that! I wanna vent about how this woman irked me but then it would fall into spoilers and I don’t want to spoil the goods. But I am happy with the growth Iggy and Chad had until the end, added that they were even willing to do things they never thought they would do.
And the spice to this one, blazing like lava! Iggy and Chad are just feral for each other and that fire matched them perfectly. And it never felt forced between them, it felt so primal, that they really enjoyed themselves. I enjoyed my time with Iggy and Chad, yes even with the annoying moments of the start of their growth! And with how things ended in the final chapter, I kinda hope and wish we get to see how things go for them afterwards. A little snippet, if you will, at how happy they still are.
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