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Category: Mouse’s Book Reviews

  • Book Review of Broken Bond by Ariana Irendale

    I need to state before getting into this review that I was given this book through Booksprout. Now that has been stated, I can now get into the book review. There are going to be spoilers in this review.

    I absolutely loved this audiobook! The world-building was incredible, and I was completely drawn in by all the intricate details surrounding the animals, creatures, and characters. I was invested in Fiz’s story from the very beginning and honestly wasn’t ready for it to end—especially with that cliffhanger, because now I need more.

    Fiz hasn’t had an easy time lately. One bad decision leaves her fighting for her life, only to end up bonded to someone who seems to want nothing to do with her. But she made a promise to someone she loved, and she’s determined to keep it no matter what. Even with everything and everyone working against her, she refuses to give up. She’s determined, funny, spunky, feisty, and absolutely not someone who goes down without a fight.

    I seriously want to go to Order ASAP and be best friends with Fiz.

    The narration was spot on and added so much to the story. The narrator did an amazing job giving each character their own distinct voice, and I felt completely immersed in Ariana’s world. The performance was smooth, expressive, and incredibly professional. I’ll definitely be listening to more from this narrator.

    This one definitely has steamy paranormal romantasy vibes, though there isn’t much spice just yet. It also feels like it could be heading into a why choose romance, which has me even more excited for what’s coming next. I cannot wait for the next book!

    Now for the star ratings I’m giving this book.
    I’m giving this book an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
    The story is getting a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
    The writing style is getting a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy rating would be a 2 according to romance.io stem rating guide.

    Links
    Amazon
    Audible
    Goodreads

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  • Book Review of Home Ice Advantage by L. M. Southwick

    I need to state before getting into this review that I was given this book through Booksprout. Now that has been stated, I can now get into the book review. There are going to be spoilers in this review.

    This book was such a fun and addictive hockey romance! Volkov joining the misfit crew of the Bedford Dragons made for such an entertaining story, and his chemistry with Samantha, the team’s social media manager, was impossible not to root for.

    I loved the slow build between them and kept wondering why they fought their feelings for so long when they were so clearly meant to be together. The team trying to push them in the right direction made it even better.

    The Dragons are such a lovable group of characters, and this book definitely made me excited for the rest of the series.

    Now for the star ratings I’m giving this book.
    I’m giving this book an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The story is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The writing style is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy level is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy rating would be a 5 according to romance.io stem rating guide.

    Links
    Amazon
    Goodreads

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  • Book Review of The Shopkeeper’s Daughter by Valerie Nifora

    I need to state before getting into this review that I was given this book through Booksprout. Now that has been stated, I can now get into the book review. There are going to be spoilers in this review. This is an ARC copy.

    This book is a beautifully written, cozy, and enchanting story that completely pulled me in from the very first page. I went in expecting a simple village romance, but what I found was so much more—part fairy tale, part mystery, and part second-chance love story, all wrapped in a magical, dreamlike atmosphere.

    The story feels delicate and nostalgic, bringing to life a quieter time filled with warmth, longing, and wonder. The writing is wonderfully descriptive, making it easy to get lost in the snowy village, the little shop, and the mystery that slowly unfolds. I especially loved the unexpected magical elements, which added such a unique charm to the romance.

    There’s a softness to this book, but also an emotional depth and quiet intensity that keeps you turning the pages. The twists were unexpected, and by the end, I was left wondering what was real and what felt like a dream—in the best possible way.

    If you love British cozies, fairy tale vibes, mystery, and heartfelt romance, The Shopkeeper’s Daughter is definitely one to pick up.

    Now for the star ratings I’m giving this book.
    I’m giving this book an overall rating of 4.5 of out of 5 stars.
    The story is getting a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
    The writing style is getting a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

    Links
    Amazon
    Goodreads

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  • Book Review of His Perfect Darkness By Lee Savino

    I need to state before getting into this review that I was given this book through Booksprout. Now that has been stated, I can now get into the book review. There are going to be spoilers in this review. 

    I was hooked on His PBook Review of His Perfect Darkness By Lee Savino

    I need to state before getting into this review that I was given this book through Booksprout. Now that has been stated, I can now get into the book review. There are going to be spoilers in this review. 

    His Perfect Darkness hooked me from the very beginning. Set in New Rome, the same city as the Fraternitas series, it was so exciting to be back in that world and see familiar connections — especially St. James making an appearance.

    His Perfect Darkness follows Inara, a police profiler with an almost eerie gift for noticing clues no one else can see. She was such an intriguing heroine, and I loved the darker psychological edge she brought to the story. Then there’s Rex Roy — one of the city’s most powerful billionaires, deeply possessive, protective, and determined to keep Inara close. Both of them are survivors of childhood violence, which added so much emotional depth and complexity to their connection.

    The chemistry between them was intense, and yes — the spice definitely delivered. His Perfect Darkness is dark, sensual, and full of dangerous tension, but it still had a strong story that kept me fully invested the whole way through.

    One of my favorite parts was the ominous letters and journal entries to Swallow woven throughout His Perfect Darkness. They added such a creepy, suspenseful layer and made everything feel even more unsettling in the best way. And that cliffhanger? Absolutely brutal. I need the second half of this duet immediately.

    His Perfect Darkness had me completely engaged, constantly wanting more, and turning pages as fast as I could. Lee Savino really knows how to pull you into a dark, twisted world and keep you there.

    I’m already impatiently waiting for the next book because I need to know what happens next.

    Now for the star ratings I’m giving this book.
    I’m giving this book an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The story is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The writing style is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy level is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy rating would be a 5 according to romance.io stem rating guide.

    Links
    Amazon
    Goodreads

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  • Book Review of His Perfect Poison by Lee Savino

    I need to state before getting into this review that I was given this book through Booksprout. Now that has been stated, I can now get into the book review. There are going to be spoilers in this review.

    His Perfect Poison was such a wild ride, and I honestly loved every second of it.

    Bella was such a unique heroine — quirky, sheltered, dangerous, and completely unforgettable. Her love of poisonous plants, chaotic energy, and the way she sees herself as a supervillain made her so fun and interesting to read about. Kaiser was everything I want in a dark romance hero: obsessed, overprotective, emotionally damaged, and fiercely loyal.

    What really made this book stand out for me was their relationship. It was messy, intense, emotional, and completely addictive. They didn’t just fall for each other on the surface — they saw the broken and vulnerable parts in each other that no one else really understood.

    The chemistry between them was insane, and the spice was seriously hot, but the emotional connection is what really pulled me in. The dark mafia world and side characters also added so much to the story and made me want even more from this series.

    Overall, this felt dark, sexy, emotional, and unforgettable. If you love obsessive heroes, morally unhinged heroines, emotional intensity, and scorching chemistry, this is definitely a must-read.

    Now for the star ratings I’m giving this book.
    I’m giving this book an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The story is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The writing style is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy level is getting a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
    The spicy rating would be a 5 according to romance.io stem rating guide.

    Link
    Amazon
    Goodreads

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