Romance Read Along

Suzanne Brockmann's Force of Nature & Shelly Laurenston's Hunting Season

Sarah and I recommend books from our favorite series and find out we have very different tastes.
Sarah reads Suzanne Brockmann's Force of Nature and has questions about the FMCs physical description and concerns about her MMCs suitability as a partner. 
 
Toni read Shelly Laurenston's Hunting Season and has concerns about all the murder. Not to mention the pressure on the FMC to be with the MMC.
Thanks again to Jacob the Horse for the use of their song Sunshine.
https://jacobthehorse.bandcamp.com/track/sunshine-2
And remember you  can contact us at Romancereadalong@gmail.com
We'd love to hear from you!

Unhinged by Vera Valentine

Unhinged by Vera Valentine lives up to its reputation.
https://www.reddit.com/r/RomanceBooks/s/J4tBvMCcTh
 
This review by u/taramisu47 sold me on the book and I was not disappointed. If you want to pick up this ridiculous delight it is only available on Amazon but at least its only 99 cents.
 
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=unhinged
 
As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
 
Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp. com

Kade by Jenna Myles (feat Jeremy)

As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
 
Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp. com

The Unleahing by Shelly Laurenston (feat Sarah)

We talk about the Unleashing. I might be too harsh. We discuss the relative merits of focusing on world building verses focusing on feelings. Honorable mentions to Horse girls and horrible cover art.
Many Thanks to Jacob the Horse for the use of their Amazing song Sunshine.

Love is blind by Lynsay Sands (feat Sarah)

A light hearted comedy. Pratfalls abound. Gift of the Magi Vibes. You may or may not fine this female main character (FMC) to be to stupid to live (TSTL).
 
As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
 
Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp. com

Micro Tropes and Marvels Wolverine

In this episode we explore the micro tropes of
PTSD
The reluctant mentor/father
Always a Brides maid never a Bride MMC style
And we talk about why Marvels Wolverine should be  a romance novel MMC along with giving some of my favorite examples so we can compare and contrast how they match the trope.
As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
Many Thanks to Jacob the Horse for the use of their Amazing song Sunshine.

Announcement!

I announce special guests that have agreed to be on the show!

The Death Striker's Partner by Millie Lowell

A summary and review of the first book in Millie Lowell's Operation Colonize series featuring Giant Snake Aliens! The Male main character (MMC) is a sad boi despite being a badass, my favorite!
This book sets up the series and is great but leaves you wanting more of the main couple good thing there are two follow up shorts Blissfully Bonded and Bonded Bliss!
 
As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
 
Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp. com

Lore Olympus - by Rachel Smythe

Welcome to Romance Read-Along! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of "Lore Olympus" with our guest, Sarah. We start with a light-hearted catch-up about our weeks before delving into the fascinating dynamics of the webcomic.
Sarah and I discuss the intricacies of the characters, the art style, and the compelling storyline that keeps readers hooked. From Hades' adorable love for his dogs to the complex relationships between the gods, we cover it all. We even touch on the controversial elements and how they are handled in the narrative.
Tune in for a detailed analysis, some personal anecdotes, and a lot of laughs as we explore the mythological world of "Lore Olympus." Don't miss our recommendations for similar reads and a preview of what we'll be discussing next week!
 
As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
 
Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp. com

Dance with the Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyon (revised)

As always I'd love to hear from you romancereadalong@gmail.com
 
Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp. com