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Luluq

Apr 22, 2026

4.5

Enjoyment: 4.5Quality: 4.5Characters: 5.0Plot: 4.0

4.5 ⭐️ 3.5 🌶 🎧 Audiobook (duet) 5 ⭐️

Holy mother of macaroons, I was not ready for this book to end! 😭

Jennifer Hartmann has a way of shattering your heart and then carefully stitching it back together, page by agonizing page.

The tension was high, the spice was just right, and the heartbreak was real. It’s rare to find a book that makes you want to slow down to savor it while simultaneously racing to the finish.

If you’re looking for a read that grips you by the throat and doesn't let go until the very last word, this is it. 🤌🏻

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Irreversible

Jennifer Hartmann

They say the best kept secrets are hidden in the darkest places. I know that better than anybody… Because I’m one of them. I spend my days locked in a black-market nightmare, held captive by a twisted mastermind who considers me his prized possession. My only form of human contact are the victims in the next room, each of whom disappears faster than the last. Everyone leaves…except me. Then I hear him—Isaac. Brash, elusive, and haunted, he isn’t anyone’s idea of a hero. Separated by a wall, our faces hidden, his voice cuts through the darkness, becoming my only hope. He’s driven by vengeance, bearing scars as dark as my own. Despite his rough edges, a fragile bond forms between us—a lifeline. Isaac might be my best chance of escape, but time is slipping away. Breaking free will mean outrunning both our pasts, and in this twisted game, the cost of freedom may be more than we can afford to pay. Appearances deceive. Choices have consequences. And some consequences? They are irreversible.

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Blood & Throttle

Nova Kane

The streets run red with blood in The Gauntlet—a brutal underground death race where the fastest and the deadliest battle for power, money, and survival. There are no rules. No second chances. And the only way out is to win… or die. When Sienna "Sin" Vega is forced onto the starting grid, she knows she’s being set up to fail. Framed for a crime she didn’t commit, she’s given one shot at race. Survive. Kill if she has to. But the men in The Gauntlet don’t take kindly to a woman on the track—especially one who refuses to submit. Beaten, hunted, and marked for death, her only hope is to trust the devil on a bike. Enter Riot Carter, a legend in the underground circuit. Unbeatable. Ruthless. He’s got the fastest bike, the deadliest reputation, and a past soaked in blood. He doesn’t trust anyone, and he sure as hell doesn’t save people. But when he sees Sienna fighting to survive, something in him snaps. She’s not just another racer. She’s something else—something dangerous. Something he’d kill for. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Riot and Sienna tear through the city’s crime-infested underworld, leaving a trail of bodies in their wake. But The Gauntlet isn’t just a race—it’s a bloodsport controlled by powerful men who play god. The deeper they go, the more they realize the real game isn’t about winning. It’s about who gets to live long enough to cross the finish line. And when the world comes for his girl, Riot’s ready to remind them all why they should have left her the fuck alone.

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Shantel Tessier

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Code of Silence (Dark Kingdom, #1)

Shantel Tessier

A Mafia Romance Dangerous and feared. Those words describe my future husband. Who just so happens to also be my ex-boyfriend. It’s complicated. Two years ago, he broke my heart when he left me to do his father’s bidding. After months of crying, I finally accepted he was gone and wasn’t going to look back. That maybe he’d never loved me at all. I never wanted to see Luca again. Now a cruel twist of fate has signed me over to him in a heartless deal. I’m his. He thinks he did me a favor, but I feel like I’ve been given a death sentence. He doesn't want to get married because he still loves me. No, he did it for money. More power. I’m going to be a mafia wife. And there’s only one way out of it. Death. But as it turns out, someone else doesn’t want me to marry the ruthless Luca Bianchi. And if he has his way, I’ll see that early grave. Due to mature content and themes this book is recommended for readers aged eighteen and over. Code of Silence is an arranged marriage and a complete standalone. This novel may contain triggers.

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Luluq

Apr 19, 2026

4.0

Enjoyment: 4.0Quality: 4.0Characters: 4.0Plot: 4.0

4 ⭐️ 5 🌶 🎧 Audiobook (dual) 4 ⭐️

The perfect ending to a dark, delicious trilogy. 👏🏻

While Leon and Zane will always hold a special place in my heart, Calum and Everleigh’s story is a very close second.

I mean, an Arch Demon and a Witch? The possibilities for chaos and chemistry were endless, and Harley Laroux absolutely did not disappoint. 🥵

Calum is every bit the dark, powerful presence I hoped he’d be, and Everleigh’s magic brought a whole new level of tension to the story. 🔥 The world-building in this one really tied everything together. If you love your romance with a heavy dose of magic, ritual, and a "burn the world down for her" MMC, this is your book. I’m sad the ride is over! 🫶🏻

It was the high-tension, high-stakes conclusion this series deserved. 🖤

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Soul of a Witch (Souls Trilogy, #3)

Harley Laroux

Everly I am the servant of a merciless God. I am the daughter of Its preacher. All my life, my power has been controlled by others. They raised me to be meek and stifled my magic. But no more. A brutal murder led me to discover a mysterious house full of magic - and the ancient, powerful demon within. He says my power can change the world, that I can kill the evil creature I once worshipped. But at what cost? Callum For two thousand years, I've been alone. Slaughtering fallen Gods as I searched for the witch that haunted my dreams, begging for my help. Now that I've found her, I will protect her with my life. But when the fate of Earth, Heaven, and Hell hangs in the balance, not even her soul is safe from destruction. If a choice must be made, I'll let the world burn if it means having her as my own. Soul of a Witch is book 3 in the Souls Trilogy . Each book within the Souls Trilogy is interconnected, following a different couple through a similar timeline in the fictional world of Abelaum. Content Note This book contains sexual scenes, kink/fetish content, horror elements, and drug use. Please see the book preview for complete CW.

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Irreversible

Jennifer Hartmann

They say the best kept secrets are hidden in the darkest places. I know that better than anybody… Because I’m one of them. I spend my days locked in a black-market nightmare, held captive by a twisted mastermind who considers me his prized possession. My only form of human contact are the victims in the next room, each of whom disappears faster than the last. Everyone leaves…except me. Then I hear him—Isaac. Brash, elusive, and haunted, he isn’t anyone’s idea of a hero. Separated by a wall, our faces hidden, his voice cuts through the darkness, becoming my only hope. He’s driven by vengeance, bearing scars as dark as my own. Despite his rough edges, a fragile bond forms between us—a lifeline. Isaac might be my best chance of escape, but time is slipping away. Breaking free will mean outrunning both our pasts, and in this twisted game, the cost of freedom may be more than we can afford to pay. Appearances deceive. Choices have consequences. And some consequences? They are irreversible.

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Soul of a Witch (Souls Trilogy, #3)

Harley Laroux

Everly I am the servant of a merciless God. I am the daughter of Its preacher. All my life, my power has been controlled by others. They raised me to be meek and stifled my magic. But no more. A brutal murder led me to discover a mysterious house full of magic - and the ancient, powerful demon within. He says my power can change the world, that I can kill the evil creature I once worshipped. But at what cost? Callum For two thousand years, I've been alone. Slaughtering fallen Gods as I searched for the witch that haunted my dreams, begging for my help. Now that I've found her, I will protect her with my life. But when the fate of Earth, Heaven, and Hell hangs in the balance, not even her soul is safe from destruction. If a choice must be made, I'll let the world burn if it means having her as my own. Soul of a Witch is book 3 in the Souls Trilogy . Each book within the Souls Trilogy is interconnected, following a different couple through a similar timeline in the fictional world of Abelaum. Content Note This book contains sexual scenes, kink/fetish content, horror elements, and drug use. Please see the book preview for complete CW.

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Her Soul for Revenge (Souls Trilogy, #2)

Luluq

Apr 12, 2026

4.0

Enjoyment: 4.0Quality: 4.0Characters: 4.0Plot: 4.0

4 ⭐️ 5 🌶 🎧 Audiobook (dual) 4 ⭐️

Move over, Leon - Zane and Juniper just took the throne. 🤌🏻

I didn’t think it was possible to top Book 1, but Her Soul for Revenge did exactly that. This isn't just a romance; it’s a dark, blood-soaked manifesto. Juniper is officially one of my favorite FMCs. Her "shoot-now-ask-questions-later" attitude was everything. Seeing her backstory and watching her evolve into a total badass was so satisfying.

And Zane? He is her obsessed, demonic partner in crime. He doesn’t just support her "crazy" - he matches it. They don't just have chemistry; they have a shared body count. 💀🖤

This book was a wild, high-speed ride through vengeance and obsession. If you like your couples a little bit (okay, a lot) unhinged, you need this. I am sprinting to Calum and Everleigh’s story next! 👏🏻

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Her Soul for Revenge (Souls Trilogy, #2)

Harley Laroux

Juniper After a cult tried to sacrifice me to their wicked God, I went on the run, doing whatever was necessary to survive. Until a demon offered me a deal: give him my soul and he'll help me claim the vengeance I seek. Blood will be spilled, and the monsters I once ran from will soon be running from me. But damning my soul was just the beginning - it's my heart the demon wants next. Zane I've been hunting souls for centuries, but she's the ultimate prize - vicious and feral, with a broken soul as dark as my own. I thought claiming her would be a simple game, but Juniper is far from simple. I chose to follow her on a path drenched with the blood of her enemies, but it's our blood that may be spilled next. As an ancient God wakes from Its slumber, neither of us may survive. Her Soul for Revenge is book 2 in the Souls Trilogy. Although all the books are interconnected, they are stand-alone and can be read in any order. Content Note This book contains sexual scenes, kink/fetish content, horror elements, drug use, scenes of trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, and depictions of "hard" kink/edgeplay. A complete CW can be found in the frontmatter of the book.

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Rites of the Starling (Shield of Sparrows, #2)

Devney Perry

RITES OF THE STARLING is the epic, heart-pounding sequel to Devney Perry’s #1 New York Times-bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS. A princess journeys across a cursed realm to find the truth about her family, only to discover her quest intertwines with the fate of a lost warrior. Love, danger and magic collide in a captivating romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros. Calandra’s five kingdoms are on the verge of destruction. The crux migration is coming. And in the wake of a devastating attack, I’ve been separated from the man who owns my heart. I’m lost. Terrified. Homesick. Hunted by monsters, driven to exhaustion, and kidnapped by a powerful priest, the only thing keeping me going is the little girl counting on me to keep her safe. It’s my turn to become the Guardian. Our lives change one fateful night. A night of death. A night of monsters. A night of truths. That night, I learn the real meaning of fear—and the depth of my own strength. Everyone wants me to be something I’m not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice. But what if I embrace my crown? What if the secrets I uncover save our realm? What if my sacrifice means salvation for the man I love? For too long, I’ve feared the monsters we make. It’s time to discover the monster within.

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Luluq

Apr 09, 2026

4.0

Enjoyment: 3.5Quality: 3.5Characters: 4.0Plot: 3.5

3.75 ⭐️ 5 🌶 🎧 Audiobook (dual) 4 ⭐️

This was my first dark demon romance and I definitely didn't dislike it 🤭

That forked tongue… well, that got interesting FAST. 🤣🔥

It felt like a dark, rainy horror movie where you’re rooting for the villain the entire time.

If you’re ready to trade your sanity for a demon who is obsessed with protecting (and devouring) you, Her Soul to Take is the perfect entry point. I’m officially intrigued to see where this trilogy goes next! 👀

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Her Soul to Take (Souls Trilogy, #1)

Harley Laroux

Leon I earned my reputation among magicians for a reason: one wrong move and you're dead. Killer, they called me, and killing is what I'm best at. Except her. The one I was supposed to take, the one I should have killed - I didn't. The cult that once controlled me wants her, and I'm not about to lose my new toy to them. Rae I've always believed in the supernatural. Hunting for ghosts is my passion, but summoning a demon was never part of the plan. Monsters are roaming the woods, and something ancient - something evil - is waking up and calling my name. I don't know who I can trust, or how deep this darkness goes. All I know is my one shot at survival is the demon stalking me, and he doesn't just want my body - he wants my soul. Her Soul to Take is book 1 in the Souls Trilogy. Each book within the Souls Trilogy is interconnected, following a different couple through a similar timeline in the fictional world of Abelaum.

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Her Soul for Revenge (Souls Trilogy, #2)

Harley Laroux

Juniper After a cult tried to sacrifice me to their wicked God, I went on the run, doing whatever was necessary to survive. Until a demon offered me a deal: give him my soul and he'll help me claim the vengeance I seek. Blood will be spilled, and the monsters I once ran from will soon be running from me. But damning my soul was just the beginning - it's my heart the demon wants next. Zane I've been hunting souls for centuries, but she's the ultimate prize - vicious and feral, with a broken soul as dark as my own. I thought claiming her would be a simple game, but Juniper is far from simple. I chose to follow her on a path drenched with the blood of her enemies, but it's our blood that may be spilled next. As an ancient God wakes from Its slumber, neither of us may survive. Her Soul for Revenge is book 2 in the Souls Trilogy. Although all the books are interconnected, they are stand-alone and can be read in any order. Content Note This book contains sexual scenes, kink/fetish content, horror elements, drug use, scenes of trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, and depictions of "hard" kink/edgeplay. A complete CW can be found in the frontmatter of the book.

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