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This Shattered Tempest (The Hurricane Wars, #3)

by Thea Guanzon (Goodreads Author)

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Secrets of a Summer Night (Wallflowers, #1)

by Lisa Kleypas (Goodreads Author)

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Anna said: " “Secrets of a Summer Night” by Lisa Kleypas

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“I have no self-control where you’re concerned. Every minute that I’m not with you, all I can think about is being inside you. I hate everything that keeps you separate from me.”

-Oh. My. God. I h “Secrets of a Summer Night” by Lisa Kleypas

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“I have no self-control where you’re concerned. Every minute that I’m not with you, all I can think about is being inside you. I hate everything that keeps you separate from me.”

-Oh. My. God. I had so much fun reading this book! I made reading more historical romances my number one reading goal for 2024, and I don’t think I could have picked a better book as I embark on this quest. If you are reading this book, please make sure you’re reading the original and unedited version! The author has, in the recent past, omitted several important contextual scenes. I’m not sure why she did, maybe because some people might take issue with the state of consent in both scenes? I think they should have stayed, because unless you read them you’re missing out on some major character development for both MCs.

-I think I’m in love with Simon Hunt. That man oozes charm and charisma. He’s funny, sexy, smart, and is a total simp for Annabelle. Now, knowing how their first meeting went, I can understand why Annabelle has some animosity towards Simon. I think having that initial meeting and kiss, and then jumping forward two years to show that they’re STILL dancing around each other, really enhances the tension between the two of them.

-There are so many funny and lighthearted moments in this book, which is a good balance for some more serious topics. I felt horribly for Philippa’s situation, she’s trying so hard to keep her family afloat in the only way she can think possible.

-I’m a little surprised by how many steamy and descriptive scenes there are in this book. If you shy away from historical romances because there’s no smut, that’s not the case in this book! I’m someone who prefers descriptive scenes between the MCs, and I was so pleased with the scenes in this book. Even the kisses described are so passionate, so full of physical longing for each other.

-I’m going to continue reading the Wallflowers series, because I’ve grown quite attached to the rest of the ladies, and I’m really excited to read about their romances! ...more "

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"I'm obsessed with Simon Hunt 🫠" — Feb 07, 2024 06:30PM

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Moominvalley in November (The Moomins, #9)

by Tove Jansson

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Hello Stranger (The Ravenels, #4) by Lisa Kleypas

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Ransom’s presence had been so quiet and unobtrusive that one might have taken little notice of him, except that his dark good looks were too striking to ignore. His face was lean, the mouth firm and distinctly edged, the nose strong with a ...more

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“Gwyn whispered, “I am the rock against which the surf crashes.” Nesta straightened at the words, as if they were a prayer and a summons. Gwyn lifted the blade. “Nothing can break me.”
― Sarah J. Maas, A Court of Silver Flames

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“Nothing's perfect, the world's not perfect. But it's there for us, trying the best it can; that's what makes it so damn beautiful.”
― Hiromu Arakawa, Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 1

tags: aesthetics, flaws, inspirational

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“Learn everything. Fill your mind with knowledge—it’s the only kind of power no one can take away from you.” Hansu never told him to study, but rather to learn, and it occurred to Noa that there was a marked difference. Learning was like playing, not labor.”
― Min Jin Lee, Pachinko

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