This was my first book by Christina Lauren, the pen name of the 2 authors, Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings. The story revolves around Liam, a reserved heir of a grocery chain and his ex, a free spirited woman named Anna.

Book Lovers  by Emily Henry is a contemporary romance that centers around Nora Stephens, a tough and successful literary agent in New York City. Unlike the typical heroines in the romance novels she represents, Nora is not the one who ends up in a small town finding love. She’s the opposite, the one who gets left behind.

Happy Place by Emily Henry follows the story of Harriet and Wyn, a once-loving couple who have recently broken up. Despite their split, they decide to keep their breakup a secret and pretend to still be together during their annual weeklong vacation with their friends. This vacation at a cherished summer house has always been their “happy place.” It is a retreat filled with fond memories and traditions.

The Idea of You by Robinne Lee centers around Solène Marchand, a sophisticated 39-year-old art gallery owner and single mother, who finds herself unexpectedly entangled in a romance with Hayes Campbell, a 20-year-old pop idol from the world’s most famous boy band. This relationship sparks at a concert and meet-and-greet event Solène attends with her daughter, setting the stage for a deeply emotional and controversial love story.

Regretting You by Colleen Hoover is a poignant and emotionally rich novel that delves into the complexities of family, love, and the intricacies of human relationships. Hoover is known for her ability to craft deeply moving stories. This novel stands out for its exploration of the mother-daughter dynamic, set against the backdrop of tragedy and the challenges of coming to terms with painful truths.

Beach Read by Emily Henry stands out in the realm of contemporary romance with its clever narrative and deep emotional undercurrents. The novel centers around January Andrews, a once hopeful romance writer facing personal disillusionment, and Augustus Everett, a literary fiction author with a penchant for the darker sides of storytelling. Neighbors for the summer, they embark on a challenge that pushes both to explore unfamiliar literary territories: January will try her hand at literary fiction, while Gus attempts a romance novel.

Things We Never Got Over is the first book of the Knockemount series by Lucy Score. Knockemount is a fictional place in Northern Virginia where the story takes place with a whole lot of small town and southern charm. It’s also aptly named as the Morgan brothers enjoy knocking each other out and fighting it out. The citizens are feisty and seem to live by a similar philosophy as the Morgan brothers. I enjoyed this book and would recommended if you’re a romance novel reader and fan of charming small towns where everyone knows your business. It would be great if Knockemount was a real place so I could visit.

It Ends with Us is a powerful and emotionally charged contemporary fiction novel written by Colleen Hoover. This gripping story explores themes of love, strength, resilience, and the complexities of domestic abuse, making it a truly unforgettable reading experience. It is also in the process of being filmed so it will hit the theaters soon.

"Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for over 200 years. The novel, first published in 1813, is a witty and insightful exploration of societal norms, class structures, and relationships in Regency England. A young women’s journey to find love, sibling rivalry, parental pressure, not giving into institution of marriage, whilst wanting to marry but not sacrificing her pride.

This book was a fun must read for anyone who loves music and wants to tag along a band’s music tour and success. It definitely takes you to another place in the rock and roll era and the wild parties. To the golden days of LA’s past music scene of Laurel Canyon, rock and disco. The story is about the the rise and fall of an infamous rock band. It is a fictional band but does have some inspiration from Fleetwood Mac.

February is month of love, red roses and candy hearts. With Valentines Day around the corner, I decided to read some romance novels. I have heard a lot about Colleen Hoover with fans devouring and taunting her books to read. I started with my first book of hers, Ugly Love. In researching her book, I found out this book almost became a movie.