How do you define yourself when others have already decided who you are?

Six years ago, when Camden Daniels came back from war without his younger brother, no one in the small town of Alba, Colorado, would forgive him—especially his father. He left, swearing never to return.

But a desperate message from his father brings it all back. The betrayal. The pain. And the need to go home again.

But home is where the one person he still loves is waiting. Willow. The one woman he can never have, because there are secrets buried in Alba that are best left in the dark...

Great and Precious Things is a heart-wrenching forbidden romance about family, betrayal, and ultimately how far we’re willing to go on behalf of those we love and who need us most.

Trigger Warnings / Content Notes

Great and Precious Things contains themes that may be sensitive for some readers, including:

My Take

This is a small town romance, with a military protective MMC. Rebecca is known of course for Fourth Wing but this is just as well written and a beautiful story with a great plot twist.

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Father Tyler Bell has devoted his life to God. For years, faith, discipline, and duty have defined every breath he takes—until one woman shatters the careful balance he’s built around his vows.
When Poppy Danforth walks into his confessional, her voice awakens a desire Tyler has spent his entire life denying. What begins as a moment of temptation quickly becomes an all-consuming struggle between sacred devotion and forbidden longing. Bound by his vows and haunted by his desires, Tyler finds himself questioning not only his faith, but the life he chose to serve it.
As their connection deepens, Tyler must confront the cost of desire, the weight of guilt, and the terrifying possibility that love—real love—may demand everything he has sworn to give up. Priest is a provocative exploration of faith, sin, devotion, and the line between holiness and desire, where every choice carries eternal consequences.

Trigger Warnings / Content Notes

Priest contains explicit and emotionally intense themes that may be sensitive for some readers, including:

My Take

The writing in this book combined with the narration of Jacob Morgan makes this one steamy book! The spicy scenes in the MMCs point of view are a perspective that gets the blood boiling. Aside from that the thoughts about his religion warring with the sexual desire. These pros are well written and thought provoking. The ride was so good, I read it twice last year.. And maybe revisited Father Bell more than I would like to admit.

I have heard rumors about Priest becoming a movie, but as of right now that is just a rumor and everything I have seen it is not going to happen.

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Some love stories shout. Others whisper—and somehow cut even deeper. Unloved by Katy Regnery is firmly in the second category.
This emotionally rich contemporary romance tells the story of two deeply wounded people finding connection in unexpected ways. At its heart, Unloved is about what happens when someone who has spent their life believing they are unworthy of love is finally seen. Regnery is known for writing tender, character-driven romances, and this novel is a standout example of her ability to balance pain, hope, and healing.
What makes Unloved so powerful
💔 A wounded hero you ache for
The male lead in Unloved is emotionally scarred and socially isolated, shaped by years of neglect and rejection. His vulnerability is written with care and realism, making his journey feel deeply authentic rather than romanticized.
🌱 A slow, meaningful emotional connection
This isn’t a whirlwind romance. The relationship unfolds gradually, built on small gestures, growing trust, and quiet moments. The pacing allows readers to truly feel each emotional shift, which makes the payoff incredibly satisfying.
🖤 Themes of worth and belonging
At its core, Unloved asks a heartbreaking question: What if the story you’ve always told yourself about being unlovable isn’t true? The novel explores self-worth, loneliness, and the courage it takes to believe in love after a lifetime without it.
📖 Comforting yet emotionally intense
While the book carries heavy emotional themes, it ultimately delivers a sense of comfort and hope. It’s the kind of story that leaves readers feeling tender, reflective, and emotionally wrung out—in the best way.
🗣️ A conversation-worthy read
This is a book that sparks discussion about emotional trauma, attachment, and how love can be both frightening and transformative. It’s ideal for readers who enjoy romances that linger long after the final page.

Trigger Warnings / Content Notes

Reader discretion is advised. Unloved contains sensitive themes that may be difficult for some readers, including (but not limited to):

If you are sensitive to these topics, please consider reviewing more detailed content warnings before reading. As always, your reading experience and emotional well-being come first.

Unloved is a quiet, aching reminder that even those who believe they are forgotten deserve tenderness, connection, and love—and that sometimes, healing begins when someone finally sees you. 💔✨

My Take

This book was so well written. It had it the sweetest love story. It had a few plot holes, but if you stick in there and just get to the twist, it will blow your mind away!

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️

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