Author Archives: katemathena

I’ve loved every one of Lyssa Kay Adam’s Bromance Novels, but this one might just be my favorite! If you’re unfamiliar to the series, here’s the premise. A group of men have a secret romance book club. They refer to the books as “manuals” and use them to improve their own relationships. Honestly, it’s aContinue reading “Crazy Stupid Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams”

Until recently, the only thing I knew about Meg Cabot is that she wrote The Princess Diaries, but it turns out she has serious romance cred. The Boy is Back is the fourth novel in Cabot “The Boy” series. She brings her characteristic charm, humor, and low-angst drama in this book. After a scandal involvingContinue reading “The Boy Is Back by Meg Cabot”

Why do people read romance? I suppose it’s escapism for some of us, but I also believe most of us are simply hopeless romantics- people who believe happily ever afters still happen and are worth pursuing (even if your HEA doesn’t come with an extravagant grand gesture or a handsome billionaire). But what happens toContinue reading “Beach Read by Emily Henry”

Have you ever read a book you thought was sort of bad, but you had to keep reading? That was my experience with Temptation and Addiction by Ivy Smoak. Normally I only review one book at a time, but in this instance, the first and second book of the Hunted series need to be readContinue reading “The Hunted Series by Ivy Smoak”

I have a special place in my heart for the British Isles. This love stems, in part, from my own family heritage. Mostly, it’s rooted in years of watching romantic BBC programming. Who doesn’t adore a hero with a sexy accent and a good pair of wellies? A gossipy village, or a heroine who discoversContinue reading “Much Ado About You by Samantha Young”

What Happens In London is Julia Quinn’s second book in the Bevelstoke Series.  While none of the Bridgerton characters are mentioned, it does take place in the same universe.  Our hero and heroine even get to attend the Smythe-Smith Musicale.  It goes without saying that Julia Quinn is a master of her craft.  Her authorialContinue reading “What Happens In London by Julia Quinn”

I’ve been patiently waiting for Rachel Lynn Solomon’s The Ex Talk to become available through my local public library (the only way I can afford my reading habit, by the way). Last night, I was delighted to see my hold was FINALLY ready. It’s been less than twenty-four hours, and I’ve already devoured this book. Continue reading “The Ex Talk by Rachel Lynn Solomon”

Are you craving a novel set in the darkest and seediest parts of London, where a violent predator is on the loose?  Are you drawn to broody and emotionally unavailable heroes, with desires that cannot be named in polite society?  Do you like a heroine with secret desires of her own?  If so, you willContinue reading “Wicked Intentions by Elizabeth Hoyt”