Historical Romance

⭐ 4.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“This banter is as good as it gets. Clever writing, lovely characters. The whole nine yards.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Marriage of Convenience, MMC is a Duke, MC has Strained Relationship with Parent, MMC/FMC has a Traitorous Cat, FMC is A Fallen Woman

⭐ 4.5

HOT, HEA

“Friends to lovers who lost touch and reconnect for a marriage of convenience. He's got some major baggage but she’s patient. Don’t lose hope.” - Cardigan B

MC has a Tragic Past, Secret Identity, Childhood Friends Reunion, Marriage of Convenience, "Mysterious, Brooding (MMC)", Slow Burn

⭐ 4.5

MILD, HEA

“Friends to lovers in the cut throat world of royal matchmaking. They have a wonderful dynamic and the MCs are adults about their feelings and their reality.” - Cardigan B

Period Piece, Historical, Aristocrats, Competition Romance, Matchmaker, Opposites Attract, Rich/Wealthy MMC, Witty Banter, Scottish MMC, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.5

MILD, HEA

“Don’t skip this one. It’s the book that made me love Romance. It also brought Penelope and I together. Cue the montage.” - Cardigan B

Historical, Period Piece, Redemption, Revenge, Protective MMC, Scottish MMC, English FMC, Slow Burn, Female Friendship Group

⭐ 4.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“One of my top 3 Romance series of all time. Every book is great, but the first is the gem. I’ve given my copy away four times.” - Cardigan B

Class Differences, Marriage of Convenience, Grumpy/Sunshine, Found Family, Female Friendship Group, Forced Proximity, MMC Falls First

⭐ 4.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“All I’ll say is this: the hero in the book is the hero you want. If you watched the show, but haven’t read the book…shame on you. Loved this story.” - Cardigan B

Time Travel, Historical, Scottish MMC, English FMC, Slow Burn, Marriage of Convenience, Tortured MMC, Politics, Portal to Another World

⭐ 4.25

MILD, HEA

“A slow burn with lovely characters. An orphaned girl finding her family and underestimating herself. But she's not dumb, she's settling because she doesn't think she deserves anything better.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap Romance, Teacher/Parent, Loss of Parent (Death), Governess, Aristocrats, Class Differences, Single Father, Hidden Past

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“In a crazy turn of events, the Netflix show made me love the book even more.” - Cardigan B

Fake Relationship, Friends to Lovers, Marriage of Convenience, Reformed Rake, Aristocrats, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding, Family Saga, Historical

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“Oh the tension in this one is tangible. The definition of ‘the lady doth protest too much.’” - Cardigan B

Enemies to Lovers, Arranged Marriage, Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Playboy/Virgin, Virgin FMC, Loss of Parent (Death), Family Saga, Reformed Rake

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“We loved this book, it’s truly one of the best in the series. Sophie’s struggle will hurt your heart, but she’s so resilient. She just keeps going, keeps trying to make life better for herself. And when Benedict enters her life, they complete one another. We couldn’t put this one down.” - Cardigan B

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Lady Danbury is a hero with her snark, intervention, and general ‘doesn’t give a shit about appearances’ demeanor. The Smythe-Smith musicale steals the show between the banter, the character interactions, and the plot unraveling.” - Cardigan B

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“‘Tell me something wicked.’ <<< The tension and yearning in this book is unparalleled in the series. Sweet, caring Francesca doesn’t stand a chance against Michael’s affections. He’s a reformed rake who knows how to lay it on thiiiiick. This book is the sweetest one.” - Cardigan B

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Hyacinth is Bridgerton’s Van Wilder. She’s a schemer, but not harmful. She’s energetic, independent, vexing, and we absolutely love it. Gareth is in need of a friend, someone to see beyond his title and Hyacinth does that for him. She and Gareth are wonderful together. Top three book in the series.” - Cardigan B

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Gregory’s book is the reincarnation of the classic trope ‘ask your crush’s best friend for help winning her over’. And it’s done so well. Lucy isn’t what Gregory thinks he wants so he feels safe being himself with her. And when his blinders come off, he’ll fight even harder for the thing he never knew he needed.” - Cardigan B

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Loved this! He reforms the land, earns his tenants’ trust, and gives a widow her first orgasm. Spoilers!” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Widow/er, Reformed Rake, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Secret Heir, Aristocrats, Down on Her Luck FMC, Live in the Same Building, Rich/Wealthy MMC

⭐ 4.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“The best book in the Ravenels. Both characters are likable. You just want to root for them.” - Cardigan B

Enemies to Lovers, Fake Relationship, Social Class Divide, Marriage of Convenience, "Mysterious, Brooding (MMC)", MC is a Twin, Slow Burn, Redemption

⭐ 4.0

“Only Pandora would accidentally end up married. And only Pandora would end up with such a hopeless romantic. ‘You belong with me. You can feel it.’” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, MC has Interfering Family, Reformed Rake, Opposites Attract, Virgin FMC, Marriage of Convenience, Playboy/Virgin, Afraid of Commitment, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC"

⭐ 4.0

“West is a sacred historical romance idol. He's the epitome of reformed-rake-who-falls-for-girl-waaaaay-out-of-his-league. He could use some Stewart Smalley in his life, he underestimates himself at every turn.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Widow/er, MC is a Bully (at the start), Reformed Rake, Healing Together

⭐ 4.0

“I didn't like Tom in the previous books, but he totally redeemed himself in ths one. Turns out, he just needed to give a shit.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Marriage of Convenience, Billionaire, Opposites Attract, Politics, Slow Burn

⭐ 3.5

“It's not that this isn't a good story. It's that it's so far removed from the Ravenels that I wasn't invested. The story wasn't as gripping as the others in the series.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Opposites Attract, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Kidnapping, Politics, Forced Proximity, Class Differences, Forbidden Love Interest, Rescue, Possessive MMC

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I read the second book ‘Cads and Dukes’ first, which got me excited for this one. Was not disappointed. It was angry and confused and vengeful and tired. You could feel it.” - Cardigan B

Revenge, Period Piece, Enemies to Lovers, Slow Burn, "Strong, Kind-Hearted FMC", Loss of Sibling, Arranged Marriage

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Well, I'm surprised. I expected this to be a fluffy, lighthearted read. It was..and it wasn't. There were some dark undertones from book 1 (suicide) and Jane had some dark thoughts.” - Cardigan B

Historical, Period Piece, Shy FMC, Plain Jane, The Ugly Duckling, Curvier FMC, Arranged Marriage, Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, MMC is a Duke, Aristocrats, Virgin FMC, Slow Burn, Witty Banter

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“This story was not what I expected, but I really enjoyed it. The FMC is confident, tall, and unwaveringly kind. The MMC was more redeeming that I expected and I loved that they fell for the real people inside.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Reformed Rake, Addiction to Alcohol/Drugs, Arranged Marriage, Virgin FMC, Redemption, Slow Burn, Only One Bed, Witty Banter, Plain Jane

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“The definition of ‘love finds a way.’ A bit dark, spicy, and very very very satisfying.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Widow/er, Reformed Rake, Age 30+ FMC, Age 40+ MMC, Accidental/Surprise Pregnancy, Break Their Heart To Save Them, MC has Interfering Family, Novella

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Such a fun series.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Shy FMC, "Mysterious, Brooding (MMC)", Forbidden Love Interest, Revenge, Social Class Divide, Protective MMC, Found Family

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“What do you expect from a man named Devil? Stubborn, dominant, always wins. His rescue by Hattie is a turning point for him and WOW is there tension. Loved this!” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Workplace Rivals, Power Struggle, Age 25+ FMC, Witty Banter, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Rescue

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

Grace has no time for bullshit and Ewan lost her trust when she needed him the most. Loved the tension! We're suckers for a redemption arc and this delivers.

Second Chance, Class Differences, Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Enemies to Lovers, Redemption, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", MC has a Tragic Past, Revenge

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Love supporting a small business owner.” - Cardigan B

Marriage of Convenience, Murder Mystery, Slow Burn, Found Family, Hidden Identity

⭐ 4.0

MILD, HEA

“It's really refreshing given today's dating scene. These romance books written years ago feel less complex than the ones written today.” - Penelope Black

MMC/FMC is disabled or has a disability, Military, Commoner/Aristocrat, Second Chance, Healing Together, Slow Burn, Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period

⭐ 3.5

MILD, HEA

“Not as good as The Proposal, but it's sweet. I didn't love how much time was spent insinuating how ugly Sophia was and how lucky it is that Vincent is blind. Awkward.” - Cardigan B

MMC/FMC is disabled or has a disability, Military, Commoner/Aristocrat, Second Chance, Healing Together, Slow Burn, Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Arranged Marriage, Rescue

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“She is an unmarried woman who becomes the ward of her cousin’s widower. He’s aloof and mysterious. She’s naive and seeking more from life. “ - Cardigan B

BDSM, Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Coming of Age, Age Gap Romance, Forced Proximity, Virgin FMC, Guardian/Ward, Morally Grey MMC

⭐ 3.75

HOT, TO BE CONTINUED

“The FMC is witty and clever without being desperate. The MMCs (3 of them) are entranced by her confidence and secrecy. The writing is immersive.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Why Choose, Slow Burn, Witty Banter, Cliffhanger Ending, Down on Her Luck FMC

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM , HEA

“It was sweet how they looked after one another. The whole "best friend taught me sex" was kinda weird. The sex wasn’t as deviant as was implied. Bummer.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap, FMC Disguised as Man, Period Piece, False Pretenses, Hidden Identity, Reformed Rake, Socially Awkward FMC, Witty Banter, Aristocrats, Dominant MMC, BDSM, Dirty Talker

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“She’s an FMC trying to figure out her place in the world. He’s a prudish MMC. Opposites attract in this very short story, ~120 pages.” - Cardigan B

Regency/Georgian/Victorian Period, Brother's Best Friend, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Sassy Heroine

⭐ 3.5

MILD, TO BE CONTINUED

“It’s a unique story and angle. Caste system to royalty. I enjoyed it, but it’s a ‘To Be Continued’ and I just can’t do it.” - Cardigan B

Royal/Commoner, FMC & MMC Enter Into A Contract, Friends to Lovers, Arranged Marriage, MMC Falls First, First Love Returns

⭐ 3.5

MILD, HEA

“Cute premise: "Urchin" girl with gumption meets next in line for the throne. She has some strange habits to avoid fae bargains, he accidentally falls in love. The twist ending is a twist...and it doesn't come with enough information. It's a HUGH-ge problem. HAHAHAHA!” - Cardigan B

Fae/Fairies, Regency, Down on Her Luck FMC, Class Differences, Royal/Commoner, Past Coming Back to Haunt Them, Rescue, Friends to Lovers, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“So good. The friction between Mia and Romolo is coming from all angles. That ending was not one I saw coming.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Enemies to Lovers, MMC/FMC has a Medical Condition, Forbidden Love Interest

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“I loved everything about this book. Loved, loved, loved.” - Penelope Black

“Heart emojis everywhere. They angry-banged a lot.” - Cardigan B

25+ FMC, Arranged Marriage, Mafia, Tortured MMC, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Forced Proximity, Enemies to Lovers, Grumpy/Sunshine, Age Gap, Kidnapping, Russian FMC, Italian MMC, Secret Identity, Forbidden Love Interest, Witty Banter, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“I loved the physical language barrier that existed (even if it was pretend) so they got into a rhythm of paying attention to each other and finding a new way to exist.”- Cardigan B

Ballerina, Age Gap, Sign Language, Scarred MMC, Touch her and die, Mafia, Russian MMC, Bratva, Beauty & The Beast, Arranged Marriage, Doesn't Speak

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“The tension between Castiano and Trilby is tangible. Really well done. The first honest virgin "first time" I've heard described. "It felt like razor blades." Yeah, it hurts. Never seen a tail bone called a ‘sit bone’ before.” - Cardigan B

Age 20+ FMC, Age Gap Romance, Italian FMC, Italian MMC, MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Loss of Parent (Death), Arranged Marriage, Slow Burn, Forced Proximity, Bodyguard

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“Ooo Victoria got creative with this one. Benny is hard not to love. He burned down his own house for her! That scene on the car at the beach was sooooomething.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Age Gap Romance, Tattoos, Loss of Parent (Death), Possessive MMC, Overcoming Past Trauma, Older Woman/Younger Man, Kidnapping

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“Ooooo this was dark. It was uncomfortable. It was just what I wanted. Skylar needs a kidney. Her dad stops at nothing to get one. He accidentally commissions one from organ farmers and they kill Renzo's next in line to get it.” - Cardigan B

Mafia/Organized Crime, Organ Trafficking, Kidnapping, Loss of Sibling, Touch her and die, Age Gap, Morally Grey MMC, Chef

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I like this one. Just could have saved each other a lot of trouble with some simple communication. But hey, what do I know. I'm just the reader.” - Penelope Black

Boss/Nanny, Nanny, Enemies to Lovers, MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, MC is a Single Parent, Virgin MMC, Age Gap Romance, Revenge, Forced Proximity, Secret Pregnancy, Doesn't Speak, Arranged Marriage, Slow Burn, Rape

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“They could have been doing way more dark corner banging this whole time, as I was led to believe from the book jacket.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Grumpy/Sunshine, Age Gap Romance, Brother's Best Friend, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Secret Relationship, Unrequited Love

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I liked this one the best out of the series. It was a little wild given he just walked into her apartment to hide from the cops.” - Penelope Black

“Really liked this. FUCK HANS. There, I said it.” - Cardigan B

Mafia/Organized Crime, Shy FMC, Overcoming Past Trauma, Morally Grey (MMC), Childhood Trauma, Curvier FMC, Tall MMC

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Tara knows the definition of ‘malicious compliance’ and uses it with gusto. Her spirit is infectious.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Arranged Marriage, FMC & MMC Enter Into A Contract, Enemies to Lovers, Best Friend's Older Brother, Overcoming Past Trauma, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I still don't understand what the hell the codes have to do with anything, but I absolutely LOVE Tristan - years of being a super tough villain has hardened him, but it's fun to watch him become a human with feelings.” - Penelope Black

AntiMMC, Enemies to LoversForced Proximity, Revenge, MMC rides a motorcycle, Touch her and die, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“Dear god, the angst with these two. Pretty hilarious though with the sister getting knocked up by the pool boy, gardener?” - Penelope Black

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Arranged Marriage, Morally Grey MMC, Dirty Talker, Enemies to Lovers, Marriage of Convenience, Age Gap Romance, Slow Burn, Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Bad Boy/Good Girl, Possessive MMC, Opposites Attract

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I was ready to call Penelope all kinds of names for this one. I read it because she had a good rating on it in Storygraph. But I was wrong - the twists and turns were great and the story got so much better than I was expecting. The part of the book where it was the "video" of the murder was the best.” - Cardigan B

Mafia/Organized Crime, Age Gap, Touch her and die, Sick Child, Secretary/Boss, Hidden Past, Hidden Identity, Ballerina

⭐ 3.75

HOT, TO BE CONTINUED

“She was kidnapped because her ex owed him money. And she’s been targeted three times for assassination. He promised to protect her…he didn’t.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Enemies to Lovers, Fake Engagement, Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Cliffhanger Ending, Billionaire

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“Dante was a prick who grew on me.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Kidnapping, Possessive MMC, Accidental/Surprise Pregnancy, Touch Her and Die Vibes

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“The ultimate second chance romance. A man puts his wife second at every turn. She finally has enough and demands separation. This story is their way back. Honestly? She shouldn’t have stayed.” - Cardigan B

Separated/Divorcing/Divorced, Reunited after Divorce, Loss of Parent (Death), MC has Interfering Family, MC is Shunned by Family, FMC previous abused (not by MMC), First Love

⭐ 3.75

HOT, TO BE CONTINUED

“Same universe as Accidental Witness. It’s messy. She's supposed to be with Rafe, but she mouth-bangs his enforcer and falls in love in 4 days. She’s pregnant, but she acts like she's not pregnant a lot so it's easy to forget. Sin's house sounded like a shanty.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap, Pregnancy, Kidnapping, Cliffhanger Ending, Possessive MMC, Morally Grey MMC, Bodyguard, Mafia/Organized Crime, Strong Sister Bond, Submissive FMC

⭐ 3.75

MILD, TO BE CONTINUED

“First time I have ever heard, ‘I have to drain the lady lizard’” - Penelope Black

“No way he waited 10 years. No. Way.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Russian MMC, Age 20+ FMC, Age 30+ FMC, Arranged Marriage, Loss of Parent (Death), Abusive Parent(s), Stalker/Stalking, Virgin FMC

⭐ 3.5 & ⭐ 1.5

MEDIUM, TO BE CONTINUED

“BUCKLE. UP. You’re going to hate Mia. She’s too pliant and empathetic toward MAFIA MEN. She doesn’t listen. But I, Cardigan B, was hooked by this series. Try Accidental Witness and go from there.” - Cardigan B

Mafia/Organized Crime, Witness to a crime, Young, Innocent, Naive FMC, Age Gap Kidnapping, Rape, High School, Interfering Family, Villain Becomes MMC, Captive Falls for Captor, Love Triangle, Boyfriend's Uncle

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I’m a huge Michelle Heard fan. This isn’t her best book, but it’s alright. I couldn't get a handle on Grace - she was ferocious when it came to protecting her sister, but she deflated like a balloon when her sister wasn't in danger. It was short and ended in an HEA which is what I wanted. Loved Santiago. I'll read his book.” - Cardigan B

FMC previous abused (not by MMC), Rape, Arranged Marriage, Age 30+ FMC, Rescue, Sign Language, MC has Strained Relationship with Parent, MC has a Tragic Past, MC has a Missing Sibling, Widow, Assassin

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“She’s sold to him to pay her father’s debts. He doesn’t want a wife and plans to make her life hell. But they fall for each other. Hard. Twist at the end is actual twist.” - Cardigan B

MC is involved in Mafia/Organized Crime, Ballerina, Arranged Marriage, Virgin FMC, Slow Burn, Family Rivalry, Obsessive MMC, Touch Her and Die, Dark

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“This shouldn't have been good. Three billionaires living in a loft together who run a train on a delivery girl with a beat up bike? It doesn't work. But for some unholy reason the characters and writing actually made it fun. I don't know what to do anymore. “ - Cardigan B

Organized crime, billionaires, why choose, age gap, grumpy/sunshine

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“I did like this, but there wasn't enough story to give it a higher rating. It says it's a stand-alone, but I think you have to read book 1 "Brutal Prince" to care more about these characters.“ - Cardigan B

Italian FMC, Russian MMC, Mafia/Organized Crime, Kidnapping, Ballerina, Age Gap Romance

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Best ‘I told you so’ moment in any book. Spectacular world.” - Cardigan B

Enemies to Lovers, Kidnapping, Different Worlds, Mythological Beings, Forbidden Love Interest, Dystopian

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“Yeeeeeeeeeeees! It was exactly what I needed to complete the series. Fantastic.” - Cardigan B

Fated Mates, Monster/Human Romance, FMC & MMC Enter Into A Contract, MMC/FMC have to stop the end of the world, MC has Strained Relationship with Parent

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I had to look up fanart because the descriptions just don't do it. When you see "wing-arm" "two tails" "had to shave the fur off my dick" "scales" it really throws you for a loop.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap, Royalty, Fated Mates, FMC Gives Herself as Payment, Shunned MMC, Grumpy/Sunshine, Body Modifications/Piercings/Tattoos, Captive Falls for Captor, Tortured MMC, Slow Burn, Soulmates, Monster/Human Romance

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“ADORABLE Indeed. Orek was presh. He did need to be on some Lexipro.” - Penelope Black

“Adorable. One thing I didn't love - not enough about their pet raccoon. It's criminal.” - Cardigan B

Orc, Orc/Human, Monster MMC, Rescue, Survival, Virgin MMC, Tortured MMC, Touch Her & Die, Slow Burn, Friends to Lovers, Forced Proximity

⭐ 4.0

HOT, TO BE CONTINUED

“What a strange ride. First of all, the premise. If you're born in the same year as a prince, you have to be trained BY SNAKES - IN CAVES - TO FUCK. HAHAHAHA. I was in from the first page.” - Cardigan B

Snake/Basilisk/Serpent, Virgin, Sex Education, Involved in a Rebellion, Love Triangle, Royalty, What the hell did I just read and why can't I stop

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“Read this series in two days. Couldn’t stop. Her strange obsession with the scales was so weirdly sweet. This book is book 5 out of 5 - the dragon king and the siren - so you should start with ‘Love Bites’ book 1. It’s so much fun.” - Cardigan B

Dragon MMC, Fated Mates, Revenge, Overcoming Emotional Trauma, Near-Death Experience

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“She's an outcast resident of the dark woods. He's a hunter looking for a specific prize. He finds the prize, and love, with her. Two worlds collide.” - Cardigan B

Witch/Warlock/Wizard, Mysterious, Brooding (MMC), Forbidden Love Interest, Forced Proximity, Hidden Identity, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“I don't like how much cow he looked like on the cover of this book, felt weird.” - Penelope Black

“What a riot. This book had no business being as good as it was. You've gotta appreciate someone stepping outside of their comfort zone and grabbing life by the minotaur dick.” - Cardigan B

Beauty & The Beast, Monster MMC, Workplace, Opposites Attract, Slow Burn, Down on her Luck FMC, Unconventional Love Story, Forbidden Love Interest

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

She's the daughter of the underwater architect. He's the denizen of the building site. Two worlds collide and love blooms. This is a cockpocket situation.” - Cardigan B

Monster/Human Romance, Monster MMC, Learning a New World, Fated Mates, Dystopian, Different Worlds

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“No. Epilogue. AAAAAH. We deserved one. I’m going to write a strongly worded letter.” - Cardigan B

Angel/Demon, Cursed MMC, Seasonal, Hidden Identity, Immortal/Mortal, Age Gap Romance, Fated Mates

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“There was so much cum in this one. So much. He had her squeezing it out the night after their games. I was dying. I didn't expect to like this book.” - Cardigan B

Orcs, 20+ FMC, 20+ MMC, Fated Mates, Size Difference between FMC & MMC, Curvier FMC, Dominant MMC, Submissive FMC, Dom/Sub, BDSM, Aftercare, Body Positivity, Exploring Fantasies, Monster MMC, Orc/Human

⭐ 3.75

MILD, HEA

“There's something to be said for an FMC that accepts her circumstances with grace. We've had a lot of whiny FMCs. Murgha isn't one of them.” - Cardigan B

Fae/Fairies, Fated Mates, Age Gap Romance, Rescue, Strong Sister Bond, Hidden Identity, Hidden Powers

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“She's a human pet for some asshole aliens. He's a testtube vampire grown in a space lab to be a gladiator. He escapes his confines and scares the hell out of everyone...but her.” - Cardigan B

Seasonal, Vampire, Alien, MC is trapped, MMC/FMC is/are on the Run, Rescue, Survival, Kidnapping

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“She’s a marketer for a strawberry farm. He’s a mothman who loves strawberries. Sure, he stalks her and watches her sleep. But she thinks it’s cute.” - Cardigan B

Monster/Human Romance, Workplace Romance, Stalker/Stalking

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I'm learning a lot about myself with reads like this one. I genuinely liked the premise. New term: "cockpocket.” - Cardigan B

Snake/Basilisk, Bodyguard, Monster/Human Romance, Monster MMC, Forced Proximity, What the hell did I just read and why can't I stop, Praise Kink, Grumpy/Sunshine, Size Difference between FMC & MMC, Tall MMC, Dirty Talker, Only One Bed, Opposites Attract, Fated Mates, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Creative Anatomy

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I loved that she found someone who could help her with the parts of herself that she detested and turn them into something she celebrated. I mean, he’s a gargoyle with confidence.” - Cardigan B

Gargoyles, Monster/Human Romance, Monster MMC, Werewolves, Sex Worker/Escort, Shapeshifter Romance, Fated Mates, Mating/Bonding, Grumpy/Sunshine, Rockstar, Forced Proximity

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“She's living on an alien catnip farm, looking for a husband to protect her. He's really into catnip and loves her from afar. They marry for convenience but find love in a 1-bedroom palace.” - Cardigan B

Marriage of Convenience, Alien/Human, MC has a Secret Past, MMC Teaches FMC Martial Arts, Accidental/Surprise Pregnancy, MC is Shunned by Family, Slavery

⭐ 3.5

HOT, TO BE CONTINUED

“Gargoyles are new! One mistreated witch who was sold by her father to bond to a DEMON meets 4 gargoyles trying to break a curse. By the end of book 1, she had seduced two of them. They've banded together, though, to break the curse holding the gargoyles in their monster state. A shockingly sweet story.”

Monster MMC, Stalker/Stalking, Witch/Warlock/Wizard, Cursed MMC, Paranormal Protection, Revenge

⭐ 3.25

MEDIUM, TO BE CONTINUED

“We’re not saying you shouldn’t read this. We’re just saying we want to know why the Easter Bunny lives in a prostitution den.” - Cardigan B

Easter Romance, Seasonal, Holiday Romance, Folklore Romance, Age Gap Romance, FMC & MMC Enter Into A Contract, Marriage of Convenience, Creative Anatomy

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“This dumb bitch doesn't deserve Matteo. The hot and cold with her feelings! WALK AWAY MATTEO. SAVE YOURSELF.” - Penelope Black

“Penelope is wrong. This was the perfect amount of indecision. She found out he’s her stepbrother. That deserves some waffling.” - Cardigan B

Step-Sibling Crush, Death of Parent, Italian MMC, Cute Dog, Fashion Industry, Coming Out, Meet-Cute, MC is a Jilted Bride/Groom, Aristocrats, Forgiveness Arc, Enemies to Lovers, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“She's a free spirit horse girl, he's a black cloud with a murderer stalker. Cute kid seems too articulate.” - Cardigan B

Murder Mystery, Blended Family, Loss of Sibling (Death), Past Coming Back to Haunt Them, MC has a Tragic Past, Story Told in Past and Present

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“I’m not usually super emotional but this had me feeling the the feels. While parts made me feel uncomfortable with the age gap and her daddy issues, I felt like Jennifer Hartmann wrote the MCs with such care.” - Penelope Black

Age Gap, Under 18 FMC, 30+ MMC/FMC, High School, Abusive Parent(s), Progresses Over Years, Best Friend's Dad, Tattoos, Cute Dog(s), Forbidden Love Interest, Forgiveness Arc, Hidden Relationship, Hot Dad, Taboo Relationship, Tortured MMC, Martial Arts

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“This book exposed why I don't ever go back to my hometown - too many memories and too many people that remember my insurmountable awkward phase.” - Cardigan B

Second Chance, Return to Hometown, Opposites Attract, Fake Relationship, High School Reunion, Workplace Romance, MMC/FMC has a Cute Dog, Teacher, Socially Awkward FMC

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“The audio version narrator's voice. WOW. Cute small town story, but kind of crazy with all the stuff that happened to FMC.” - Penelope Black

Grumpy/Sunshine, MC is a Single Parent, Age 20+ FMC, Age Gap Romance, Bodyguard, Forced Proximity, Tortured MMC, Opposites Attract, Slow Burn

⭐ 4.0

MILD, HEA

Singer/Musician, Mental Health, Rich/Wealthy MMC, Introvert, "Male, Female Relationship (MF)", Friends to Lovers, Meet-Cute, "Mysterious, Brooding (MMC)", MC has a Secret Past, Past Coming Back to Haunt Them, Survival, Celebrity/Ordinary Person, Slow Burn, Witty Banter, Healing Together, Touch Aversion, Personal Growth Journey, Rockstar, Reclusive MC, Music Industry

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Surprisingly emotional. Great story, quick read. Under 300 pages.” - Cardigan B

Second Chance, Separated/Divorcing/Divorced, Loss of Parent (Death), Story Told in Past and Present, Cowboy/Rancher

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“I was so surprised at how great this was. She was kind of a mess, but it worked for her.” - Cardigan B

Age Gap - Older MMC / Younger FMC, Loss of Sibling, Found Family, Witty Banter, Dom/Sub, Slow Burn, Kink Shame, Twins, Bucket List

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“The angst in this one was just the right amount. Their chemistry was...fire. :) Banging in an ambulance sounds taxing.” - Cardigan B

Firefighter, Paramedic, Only One Bed, Forced Proximity, Down on Her Luck FMC, Hidden Past, FMC does not want children, Reformed Playboy, Witty Banter, Short FMC/Tall MMC, Overcoming Past Trauma, Loss of Friend(s), PTSD, Second Chance, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding, Escaping a Cult/Sect, Dirty Talker

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“I think this one would have received 4 stars just from the damn cover art.” - Penelope Black

Possessive MMC, Touch her and die, Dirty Talker, Firefighter, Second Chance, FMC is a Single Mom, Brother's Best Friend, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Story Told in Past and Present

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“My favorite in the series. He pined after his best friend’s sister for years. Crushes are fun, but they never come true. They do in this one, but years later.” - Penelope Black

FMC is a Single Mom, Brother's Best Friend, Age Gap Romance, Forced Proximity, Neighbors, Loss of Spouse/Partner (Death), MMC Falls First, Curvier FMC, Found Family, Firefighter

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Aw, this is sweet. She's starting over in this small town, he's a well-known mainstay who just wants to be left alone. He's got some past relationship demons that keep him from welcoming Harper into his life.” - Cardigan B

MCs are Fake Dating, Overcoming past breakups, Grumpy/Sunshine, Only One Bed, Slow Burn

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“This was such a sweet story. I loved how Bree was drawn to Archer and didn't care what anyone else said about him or what it looked like. Docked him a .25 star for being a dick at the end.” - Cardigan B

Age 20+ FMC, Age 35+ MMC, Age Gap Romance, FMC & MMC Enter Into A Contract, Only One Bed, FMC has Overprotective Brother/Male Relatives, Best Friend's Sister, Marriage of Convenience, Witty Banter

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“I was LOLing. This was so fun. The scene by the well was perfect. ‘Don't drink my blood, it's American. You'll think it's too sour.’” - Cardigan B

Scotland, Scottish FMC, Lumberjack Vibes, Small Town , Enemies to Lovers, Witty Banter, Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Age Gap Romance, Opposites Attract, Fish out of Water, Found Family, On a Journey, Culture Clash

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Deep emotional shit that some gets resolved, some doesn't. A very adult relationship between Aiden and Jessa was refreshing. The sex club in a small town was unexpected. Zach's a douche.” - Cardigan B

Age 20+ FMC, Age 40+ FMC, Age Gap Romance, Daddy/Dom & Brat, Sex Club, Ex Pro-Athlete, Boss/Employee

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“I liked this one more than I thought I would. For once, the FMC did not actually run and instead "GASP" she had a discussion with the MMC. Granted, she was caught in the process of running away, so there's that...” - Penelope Black

Secret Baby, Family Saga, Second Chance, Small Town Return, Age Gap Romance, Single Mom, Slow Burn, Men in Uniform, Redemption, One Night Stand, Forced Proximity

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“She has inherited a coffee shop from her aunt - perfect timing since recently finding her boss dead at his desk. He's a local boy just trying to blend in after the failed proposal to his ex girlfriend a year earlier. Together they conquer their commitment fears and give in. And it gets pumpkin spicy toward the end.” - Cardigan B

Friends to Lovers, Small Town Return, Overcoming past breakups, Stalker/Stalking, Loss of Parent (Death), Family Business, Slow Burn

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“She's a small town girl living in a lonely world. He's the proprietor of a haunted house and into some kinky things. They live happily ever after and assemble a commune.” - Cardigan B

Seasonal, Confessional/Altar/Church Scene Kinks, Mask Kink, Praise Kink, FMC & MMC Enter Into A Contract, One Night of Danger, Family Business, Haunted, Isolated, Mysterious Land, Short/Novella

⭐ 3.5

MILD, HEA

“Sweet story that brings the best man and maid of honor together. She tries to keep her distance because she doesn’t believe a man would love her if she can’t have children.” - Cardigan B

Friends to Lovers, Opposites Attract, Golden Retriever, FMC with Self-Esteem Issues, Protective MMC, Found Family, Infertility, Overcoming Past Trauma, Witty Banter, MMC/FMC has a Cute Dog

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

"Love Lucy Score. This was just okay, though. As the book went on, Scarlett just felt like "I'm not like other girls" and it became cringey.” - Cardigan B

Small Town, Alpha FMC, Afraid of Commitment, Separated/Divorcing/Divorced, Friends to Lovers, Down on His Luck MMC

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Something about Carter is so comforting. A man who is so hot on the outside, but a massive nerd on the inside.” - Penelope Black

“Carter: ‘Just consider me.’ Me: Combusts.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Golden Retriever, Reformed Playboy, Independent FMC, Sweet & Spicy Banter, Disney-Loving MMC, Tall MMC/Short FMC, Teacher (FMC), Tall MMC (6'4''+)

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Loved Halsey's story. Sweet and quiet by day and the has the dirtiest mouth by night. I love his text chain with the hockey boys - especially all of Levi's advice. They are such great friends.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Roommate, Longtime Crush, Loss of Sibling, Found Family, Tall MMC, Dirty Talker

⭐ 4.25

MILD, HEA

“I loved how the author didn't kill the reader with an abundance of mundane, unnecessary details. She went from one scene to the next seamlessly.” - Penelope Black

“Sloooooooow burn and then complete ignition.” - Cardigan B

Sports, Enemies to Lovers, Soccer, 25+ FMC, 35+ MMC, Age Gap, German MMC, Grumpy/Sunshine, Latina/Hispanic FMC, Coach/Athlete, Childhood Celebrity Crush, Slow Burn, Divorcing MMC

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Completely and unexpectedly loved this book. Carter is still my number 1, Halsey my number 2 and Banksy a solid 3. It was a tad too cutesy for me at the end and I wanted to vomit a little, but I will let it slide.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, Abusive Relationship, Innocent FMC, Confessional/Mirror Kink, Bodyguard, Forced Proximity, Roommates, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, 30+ MMC, 30+ FMC, Stalker, Dirty Talker, Aftercare, Exploring Fantasies, Sports, Pro-Athlete

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“I was waiting FOREVER for Dean’s book. I knew there was more to him than the clown of the group. And oh boy I wasn’t disappointed. I will say I rather enjoyed his bath scene with the vibrator (it’s not what you think, but he totally owned it).” - Penelope Black

Friends with Benefits, Forced Proximity, Roommate, Found Family, College/University Students, Personal Growth Journey, Opposites Attract, Hockey

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“New fave sports romance author. This book felt so mature and open, it left me feeling cozy.” - Cardigan B

Roommate, Hockey, FMC has Overprotective Brother/Male Relatives, Opposites Attract, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Fish out of Water, Love Letter Lunacy, Forbidden Love Interest, One Night Stand, Sports

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Out of the series, this was my favorite. Daddy Kai was everything. Loving father, committed teammate, brother and friend. Miller was the type of FMC I love reading about. Strong, independent, doesn’t give a shit about what anyone thinks - wearing a uniform of sneakers and overalls.” - Penelope Black

MMC is a Single Dad, Nanny, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Found Family, Slow Burn, Sports, Chicago

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“I didn’t like the whole granola, holistic, hippie vibe of the FMC but the phone call after they started recognizing their feelings was chef's kiss” - Cardigan B

Friends to Lovers, Baseball, Body Modifications/Piercings/Tattoos, Artist, Bad Boy/Good Girl, Animal Lover, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Roommate, Afraid of Commitment, Childhood Trauma

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Consider Me' vibes - and straight to my heart.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Smart, Strong, Independent FMC, Red-Haired FMC, Sweet & Spicy Banter, Friends with Benefits, Rivals

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“I didn't skim ANY of this book. That rarely happens. Tristan made me so angry for being such a brute about his feelings, but I loved their chemistry and fire.” - Cardigan B

Veggie Play, Enemies to Lovers, Brother's Best Friend, Age Gap Romance, Hockey, Pro-Athlete, Forced Proximity, Roommate, Touch Her and Die Vibes

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM | HEA

“Rio FINALLY gets his HEA. Honestly, I thought he was just hopeless or there was something wrong with him. The miscommunication got a bit frustrating, but overall such a heartwarming ending” -Penelope Black

Childhood Friends, High-School Relationship, Breakup due to Misunderstanding, Hockey Pro-Athlete MMC, Interior Designer MMC, Mamma’s Boy MMC, Down-on-her Luck FMC, Secrets

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“Started super slow and I almost DNF'd. I keep going and enjoyed it. Sweet story about plus-sized, cat loving gal and a Scottish footballer.” - Penelope Black

Football / Rugby, Pro-Athlete, Friends to Lovers, Virgin FMC, Scottish MMC, Scotland, Fake Dating, Curvier FMC, Protective MMC, Sports, Witty Banter, Slow Burn, Body Positivity, 25+ FMC, 25+ MMC, Best Friend's Sister

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“She’s an instantly-likable, awkward, direct FMC. He’s a hockey god who saves her from a snow storm. They reconnect later in life after a secret pregnancy and sparks fly.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, Accidental/Surprise Pregnancy, Trapped in a Cabin, Secret Baby, Second Chance, Down on Her Luck FMC, Age 30+ MMC, Slow Burn, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding, FMC is a Single Mom, Rich/Wealthy MMC, Story Told in Past and Present, Protective MMC, Meet-Cute, Forced Proximity

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“Darker than you expect. It has lots of depth and redeemable characters.” - Cardigan B

Soccer (European Football), Overcoming Past Trauma, Second Chance, Secret Pregnancy, Secret Relationship

MEDIUM, HEA

“I liked all of the pieces individually. The FMC and MMC were redeeming. The setting was believable. It all worked. But together, it got a little preachy.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Hot Dad, Witty Banter, Friends to Enemies to Lovers, Hockey

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“Not your typical ‘Sports’ Romance and it’s refreshing. Would have liked more "getting to know you" moments between the MCs. Too much closed-door, look-back steam references. I came here for the spice. Gimme.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Pack Dynamics, Knotting, Formula One Racing, MC is an Only Child, Childhood Trauma, Loss of Parent (Death), Male, Male, Male, Female (MMMF)

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“She a sports medicine doctor who loves hard. They’re hockey players or adjacent and pulled into her orbit. MCs are written well and the story is fun. Why Choose hockey. Haven’t seen that before.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Why Choose, Doctor, Second Chance, Workplace, Grumpy/Sunshine, Witty Banter