The best books of 2024

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My favorite read in 2024

Bonds of the Wolf

By Cherise Sinclair,

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Karen Nappa ❤️ loved this book because...

Every time I dive into one of Cherise Sinclair’s stories, I know I’m in for a rollercoaster of emotions, fierce battles, and characters who stay with me long after I’ve turned the last page. She has a gift for creating vivid worlds and characters with depth—strong, honorable men and women who are as courageous as they are complex.

This book, like all in the series, delivers that perfect blend of action, romance, and internal struggle. The characters are flawed yet inspiring, facing their fears and scars in ways that feel real and resonant. It’s refreshing to see protagonists who not only fight for their loved ones but also for what’s right, even when it demands everything they have.

I’m thrilled to see the hints of more stories on the horizon and can’t wait to return to the Wild Hunt Legacy. This series is a treasure for any lover of paranormal romance who craves something meaningful and intense.

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    🥇 Immersion 🥈 Emotions
  • Writing style

    ❤️ Loved it
  • Pace

    🐇 Fast
Bonds of the Wolf

By Cherise Sinclair,

What is this book about?

Moya’s ugly past left her fearful of dominant males. And now, when males push her, rather than giving in, she punches them. One morning, after hours of being harassed by the wolf pack’s belligerent alpha, she mistakenly hits a blameless male—a wolf-shifter new to town.

To Moya’s dismay, the wolf-shifter and his brother are under-paw everywhere.Confident and powerful, darkly gorgeous Patrin exudes a terrifying dominance. His brother Fell is blond, muscular, and obviously deadly. When they step in to save a couple of cubs from a bully, she’s torn between her heart and her fears.

Patrin thinks the tiny female…


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My 2nd favorite read in 2024

A Flower for Angus

By Brandy Golden,

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Karen Nappa ❤️ loved this book because...

Set in the Scottish Highlands, A Flower for Angus follows Poppy Condoloro, who, fleeing a troubled past, assumes a new identity at the secluded Heaven’s Gate estate. There, she meets Angus Sangster, the estate’s station manager, whose protective nature and firm beliefs challenge her guarded heart.

Poppy’s journey from fear to trust is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. Angus, with his unwavering principles, emerges as a hero who is both relatable and admirable. The chemistry between them is palpable, making their evolving relationship a joy to witness.

For those who appreciate romantic suspense with depth, humor, and authenticity, “A Flower for Angus” is a must-read.

  • Loved Most

    🥇 Character(s) 🥈 Emotions
  • Writing style

    ❤️ Loved it
  • Pace

    🐕 Steady
A Flower for Angus

By Brandy Golden,

What is this book about?

Poppy needs a place to hide, the more remote the better. She doesn’t need a new man in her life.Angus has definite ideas about what a lass needs, and it doesn’t include keeping secrets from him.. With her stepson trying to get her charged with murdering her late husband, Poppy Condoloro flees her troubled past for the remote haven of Scotland’s highlands, finding work at the secluded estate of Heaven’s Gate. Hiding under the name of Macy Kennedy, her plans for privacy and a quiet life are quickly upended by an unexpected attraction to the estate’s station manager, Angus Sangster.…


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My 3rd favorite read in 2024

The Nightmare in Him

By Suzanne Wright,

Book cover of The Nightmare in Him

Karen Nappa ❤️ loved this book because...

In The Nightmare in Him, Suzanne Wright continues to unravel the captivating, shadowy world of immortals with a perfect mix of passion, danger, and raw emotion. Wynter and Cain’s bond is as intense as ever, tangled in secrets and a past that haunts them both. The chemistry between them is electric, but what stands out even more is their loyalty and strength in the face of darkness.

Wright’s writing pulled me in, not just with steamy scenes but with the depth of her characters and the constant push and pull between love and survival. Wynter’s resilience and Cain’s protectiveness hit all the right notes, especially as the stakes keep rising with unexpected threats and a power struggle that could tear everything apart. And why is Wynter so drawn to Cain’s Garden?

If you’re a fan of fantasy romance with a dash of the forbidden and a storyline that doesn’t shy away from the gritty side of love and war, this book is a must-read. Can’t wait to see where Wright takes Wynter and Cain next!

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    🥇 Immersion 🥈 Story/Plot
  • Writing style

    ❤️ Loved it
  • Pace

    🐇 Fast
The Nightmare in Him

By Suzanne Wright,

What is this book about?

An addictive world awaits in this spicy fantasy romance, perfect for fans of Sarah J Maas, Raven Kennedy and Scarlett Sinclair. Meet Wynter and Cain . . .

The new trilogy from worldwide bestselling author Suzanne Wright, author of The Dark in You, continues. A seriously spicy fantasy romance perfect for fans of Sarah J Mass, Raven Kennedy and Scarlett Sinclair. Meet Wynter and Cain . . .

'This story is full of action, laughs and steamy scenes (trust me you don't want to miss it), and now I need to start counting down the days until book 3 releases'…


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Don‘t forget about my book 😀

Hurting Hunter

By Karen Nappa,

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What is my book about?

Inside the walls of Thorns & Roses is the only place Hunter Maddox can truly be himself.

The only place he can get on his knees for another man, the only place he can surrender himself to the likes of Ethan Stephenson. In the club, they are a perfect match, one needing pain as much as the other needs to give it.

Outside the club, it’s a different story. As the president of Overdrive MC, Hunter is used to operating on the opposite side of the law from Detective Stephenson. They have nothing in common—and everything keeping them apart.

Until they’re faced with an unimaginable horror plaguing their town. Now, they’ll have to wade into each other’s worlds if they have any hope of saving the people they care for the most.

And of finally letting the love they’ve kept in the dark for so long out into the light.