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Chase Me by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 4/10 Spice – 6/10 ✨Chase Me by Tessa Bailey is a fast-paced, sexy rom-com that perfectly captures the chemistry between two opposites—one a buttoned-up lawyer, the other a free-spirited performer. ✨ Plot Summary: The story kicks off with Roxy Cumberland, a struggling actress who takes on a job singing telegrams to make ends meet. One such job leads her to knock on the door of Louis…

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Need Me by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 7/10 Spice – 7/10 ✨ Need Me by Tessa Bailey brings together the classic opposites-attract trope with steamy romance and plenty of emotional tension. This book is part of Bailey’s Broke and Beautiful series and continues to deliver her signature combination of humor, passion, and relatable characters that make her stories so engaging. ✨ Plot Summary: The story focuses on Ben Dawson,…

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Make Me by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 7.5 or 8/10 Spice – 7/10 ✨Make Me by Tessa Bailey is a steamy, heart-pounding romance that pushes the boundaries of attraction and emotional connection. Part of her Broke and Beautiful series, it’s another classic from Bailey, blending intense chemistry, a bit of danger, and a whole lot of emotional depth. ✨ Plot Summary: This story follows construction worker Russell Hart, a…

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Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 8/10 Spice – 4/10 ✨ Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey is a delightful holiday romance that brings together a festive setting with a sizzling, enemies-to-lovers dynamic. Set during the Christmas season, this book promises holiday cheer, plenty of banter, and, of course, the signature steamy romance Bailey is known for. ✨ Plot Summary: The story centers around Melody Gallard, a rock…

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Fix her Up by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 8/10 Spice -6/10 ✨ Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey is a sizzling romantic comedy that’s fun, emotional, and packed with plenty of heat. As the first book in the Hot & Hammered series, it’s a mix of humor, personal growth, and steamy romance that makes for an irresistible read. ✨ Plot Summary: The story revolves around Georgette “Georgie” Castle, a quirky clown-for-hire, and Travis Ford,…

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Love her or Lose her by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 9/10 Spice – 5.5/10 ✨Love Her or Lose Her by Tessa Bailey is an emotional and steamy second-chance romance that explores the complexities of marriage and rediscovery. As part of the Hot & Hammered series, this book delves deep into the lives of Rosie and Dominic, a couple whose relationship has hit a major rough patch. ✨ Plot Summary: Rosie and Dominic Vega are high school…

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Tools of Engagement by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 7/10 Spice – 5/10 ✨Tools of Engagement by Tessa Bailey is a fun, steamy rom-com that ties up the Hot & Hammered series. The story combines sizzling romance, witty banter, and some HGTV-style home renovation drama, making it a light-hearted read. ✨ Plot Summary: Bethany Castle is a perfectionist and successful house flipper, but she feels like she’s never quite lived up to the…

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It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 8.5/10 Spice – 7/10 ✨It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey is a fun, spicy romantic comedy inspired by the movie Schitt’s Creek that pairs a glamorous socialite with a rugged small-town fisherman. The book is the first in the Bellinger Sisters series, and it’s packed with humor, heart, and a refreshing dose of opposites-attract charm. ✨ Plot Summary: Piper Bellinger is a wild,…

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Hook, Line, and Sinker by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 8/10 Spice – 5/10 ✨ Hook, Line, and Sinker by Tessa Bailey is the follow-up to It Happened One Summer and dives into the romance between Fox Thornton, a flirtatious, charming fisherman, and Hannah Bellinger, a music-loving, down-to-earth assistant director. This book combines humor, heartfelt connection, and a deeper look into both protagonists’ vulnerabilities, making it an…

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My Killer Vacation by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 8.5/10 Spice – 8/10 ✨My Killer Vacation by Tessa Bailey is a spicy romantic mystery that brings together an unlikely duo: a prim, rule-following teacher and a rugged bounty hunter. Set in a beach town with a surprising dose of suspense, it’s a unique mix of romance and mystery that will keep readers on their toes. ✨ Plot Summary: The story centers on Taylor, a responsible elementary…

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Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey - Book Review by SimplyVaish

✨ Rating – 6/10 Spice – 6/10 ✨ Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey is a holiday romance that brings together an unlikely pair—a brooding, creative young woman and an optimistic, upbeat department store manager. With the magic of Christmas as its backdrop, this story combines warmth, humor, and the charm of holiday cheer. ✨ Tropes are second chance at life, restarting life. A very good holiday…

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Things we never got over by Lucy Score - Book Review by SimplyVaish

It’s an easy 7.5/10 Spice – 4/10 . . . Things we never got over by @scorelucy Life has a funny way of steering us into situations we never imagined, and Lucy Score’s “Things We Never Got Over” encapsulates this beautifully. This novel is a compelling exploration of love, family, and personal growth, wrapped in a tale that’s both heartwarming and heart-wrenching. Plot Summary: The story…

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Little Boat

Guided by the wind,Or mindlessly floating.Stranded without owner,Or waiting for someone.Anchored,But away from others,Or just being where it’s meant to be,A little boat. ~Vaish

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Subway Surfer

New on the Blog!

Usually, I have a clearer idea when it comes to publishing an article on my blog, but this time, I have this urge to post, to let my words known while I am still in the process of figuring the way to articulate my thoughts. So please bear with me. (Like you always do :)) Over the past year, subways and underground rail have become an integral part of my life. A bunch of people come together to…

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Life lessons and Coffee

Many, many years from now, there will be a little kid who will ask what wisdom Vaishnevi left this planet with, and as a response, the universe will share this blog post (in a hologram format, duh). Don’t do drugs, alcohol, burnt matchsticks, and CAFFEINE. Ladies and Gentlemen, I drank almost a litre of coffee. Ta-daa. A little education: the largest size of coffee Starbucks offers is Trenta—a…

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Remember Me?

Is it important? Is it important to remember your past – near and distant? For maybe it might hinder you, hold you from moving forward. But it might as well push you towards your future – assuring you that you are fine right now, because you were fine once upon a time. And if someone decides to remember, would it be fair to remember only the good memories? Or would it be unfair to revisit only…

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Surely You're Joking Mr Feynman - Book Review

Finally, I got the time to finish the book my friends had gifted me years earlier. “Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!” is one biography you won’t be bored while reading. Here are my takeaways from the book: The Importance of curiosity: Feynman’s insatiable curiosity fueled his deep understanding of diverse subjects, showcasing the power of genuine interest in learning. Unconventional…