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With a theme like GIRL POWER, you know the FMCs (female main characters) in our February book picks are a force to be reckoned with!
The dark fantasy romance is an irresistible and immersive tale, following two different FMCs (theyāre mortal enemies!) as they get their magic Awakened at the infamous war college, where surviving instruction isnāt promised (nor is it probable). One already has quite the reputation, with Fae falling at her feet both in death and in desperation, but she only has eyes for the heathen sheās promised to (and certainly not for a brutish rival sinner!). And one is fighting against all odds to save the one she loves and end the one she despises (yes, she carvesĀ hisĀ name into the dagger thatās meant for his heart). All this and theyāre supposed to win a war?! By the stars! (But perhaps the stars canāt be trusted eitherā¦)Ā Hardback book: While most of our book boxes contain a paperback, we couldn't resist doing a hardback to feature this book! š«š¤ š¬ļøĀ
The contemporary romance has feelings flying both on and off camera in this reality dating show romance! Fresh off a devastating breakup, sheās got her mind on one thing: chasing her dreams. Being cast on a show is the perfect way toĀ showcaseĀ her makeup artist skills, but itās also the perfect way to get caught between the eligible bachelor (with a major ego) and the producer (he's her flirty best friend). Mix in the drama of a house full of contestants, romantic & chaotic dates, and so many secrets among this found family, and you're sure to be hooked until the final rose!Ā Special box: The books in our February Contemporary Romance Book Box will come with signed bookplates and the playlist includes author-selected songs! šš š„
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Our February Fantasy Romance pick:
Never Keep by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti
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The dragons are lost.
The elements are at war. Enlisting isnāt optional.
And Iām falling for a man who wants me dead.
Iām a wielder of hearts and summoner of corruption. Heir to nothing and born to a fool in the wrong damn month.
But Iām also one of only two Fae in this divided land of hellions who might be starting to see through the lies weāve swallowed for so long.
In the year we turn twenty-one, conscripts from across the warring nations of air, fire, earth and water are sent to Never Keep ā the only place in our besieged continent where our magic can be Awakened.
But something is wrong inside Never Keep. Something which might extend far beyond the reaches of this desolate fortress. Within the gothic walls of this frigid castle in the snow, weāre left to hold our own against the brutal Fae from the opposing lands.
The Reapers are merciless. The Royals are lying. The Werewolves run rampant and Vampires roam the wastelands in bloodthirsty covens. But even though death lurks in every shadow of the Keep, itās the least of my worries.
Iām delving into secrets the stars donāt want me uncovering, making alliances with Fae born to be my enemy, falling for a sinner while promising my heart to a different heathen and somewhere amid it all, Iām supposed to win a war.
I thought the only thing I had to do was survive my magical instruction. Turns out, fate doesnāt favour the wicked.
You can expect:
- reluctant allies
- enemies to lovers & rivals to lovers
- "You need it, don't you?"
Content warnings:
- graphic violence and torture
- death and grief
- explicit sexual content
- If there is a particular content theme that is triggering for you, we suggest doing additional research on the title to ensure your mental health.Ā
Our February Contemporary Romance pick:
Lipstick & Camera Clicks by D.J. Murphy
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If you told me Iād be on a reality dating show with a man I canāt stand, while the guy I havenāt been able to forget films it all, Iād tell you to kick rocks. But alas, here I am, pretending to fall in love with a man whoād marry himself if he could all while my tv producer best friend has front row seats to it all. Itād be a lot easier if the self-centered bachelor wasnāt hot as hell and charming beyond reason when the cameras are rolling. Or if I didnāt get heart palpitations every time my best friend looked at me.
Hot emotionally stunted men and old crushes aside, Iāve sworn off dating. I know people say that and then theyāre with someone new next week, but I mean it. After being betrayed, Iām doing this for me, myself and I. While the other women compete for love, Iām here to collect a check and gain enough clout to help kick off my career as a makeup artist. If itās between success or moving back in with my nagging mother, Iām not letting men knock me off my game.
You can expect:
- love triangle
- "Tell me to stop."
- tension, butterflies, secrets, banter
Content warnings:
- infidelity
- alcohol use
- acceptance of differing sexualities
- SA is briefly mentioned
- non-consensual pornography
- explicit sexual content
- If there is a particular content theme that is triggering for you, we suggest doing additional research on the title to ensure your mental health
