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Book Review: Calm (IPB #8.5) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Calm (IPB #8.5) by Ruby Dixon

Calm by Ruby Dixon is book #8.5 in the Ice Planet Barbarians series. You really need to read these in order so check out Ice Planet Barbarians first! About Calm: This is actually two stories in one – AND IT IS A NOVELLA. Ruby Dixon is a writing wizard. The first “story” follows Maylak. She is the tribe’s healer, but she seems to have a deeper intuition. She senses that something bad is going…

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Book Review: Ice Ice Babies (IPB #7.2) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Ice Ice Babies (IPB #7.2) by Ruby Dixon

Ice Ice Babies by Ruby Dixon is a novella in the Ice Planet Barbarian series. I highly recommend reading this series in order – starting with the very first book. About Ice Ice Babies: This novella follows Nora and Dagesh – another OG couple that didn’t get a full-length novel. They have already fulfilled resonance and have two adorable twin girls. Parenthood isn’t exactly easy, especially…

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Book Review: Having the Barbarian's Baby (IPB #7.1) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Having the Barbarian’s Baby (IPB #7.1) by Ruby Dixon

Having the Barbarian’s Baby is not a standalone as it is book 7.1 in a series. To get the most out of the story, you need to read Ice Planet Barbarians. About the Having the Barbarian’s Baby: This book features on OG couple that hasn’t had their story told – yet – and that couple is Megan and Cashol. They got bitten by the resonance bug near the beginning of the series; we just didn’t get to…

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Book Review: Ice Planet Honeymoon: Rukh & Harlow (IPB #4.5) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Ice Planet Honeymoon: Rukh & Harlow (IPB #4.5) by Ruby Dixon

Ice Planet Honeymoon: Rukh & Harlow is not a standalone. It is actually a companion novella to Barbarian Mine – book #4 in the Ice Planet Barbarian series. You definitely need to read Barbarian Mine before reading this. And if you haven’t, you need to read Ice Planet Barbarians, Barbarian Alien, and Barbarian Lover before reading Barbarian Mine. Just start with the first book, trust me. About…

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Book Review: Barbarian's Touch (IPB #8) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Barbarian’s Touch (IPB #8) by Ruby Dixon

Barbarian’s Touch is the eighth book in the Ice Planet Barbarians series by Ruby Dixon. If you haven’t read any books in the series, this review is going to spoil you. Check out my review of the first book to avoid spoilers! About Barbarian’s Touch: We got introduced to two new characters in the previous book, Barbarian’s Mate. Maddie and Lilah, sisters, share similar stories to the others.…

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Book Review: Barbarian's Mate (IPB #7) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Barbarian’s Mate (IPB #7) by Ruby Dixon

Barbarian’s Mate is the seventh book in the Ice Planet Barbarians series by Ruby Dixon. While each book follows a different couple’s story, it is recommended you read the books in order. Check out my review of the first book to see if this series is for you – Ice Planet Barbarians. We finally get Josie’s story! Her book has been my most anticipated of the series thus far. That anticipation only…

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Book Review: Barbarian's Prize (IBP #6) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Barbarian’s Prize (IBP #6) by Ruby Dixon

Barbarian’s Prize is the sixth book in the Ice Planet Barbarians series by Ruby Dixon. If you are unfamiliar with the series, you should check out my review of the first book – Ice Planet Barbarians. The series a interconnected character series, but I highly recommend reading them in order. This book follows Tiffany and Salukh. Tiffany is tired of being woo’d every single second since…

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Book Review: Ice Planet Holiday (IPB #5) by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Ice Planet Holiday (IPB #5) by Ruby Dixon

Have you let BookTok influence you to pick up Ice Planet Barbarians yet? If not, you should really get on that. STAT. The Ice Planet Barbarians is a long series that follow a group of women that were abducted and end up crash landing on an Ice Planet. They come across a tribe of giant blue aliens, mostly men, who save them and welcome them into their tribe. It features diverse characters,…

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Book Review: The Roommate by Rosie Danan

Book Review: The Roommate by Rosie Danan

Here’s the thing: I am not a big traditional published reader. However, there was just something about the title and cover that really pulled me in. The Roommate by Rosie Danan was nothing like I anticipated. It was so much more. This follows goodie-two-shoes, Clara Wheaton, on her first impulsive plan to woo her childhood crush. She has agreed to move in with him for the summer – on the other…

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Author Spotlight: Mariana Zapata

Author Spotlight: Mariana Zapata

Welcome to the very first Author Spotlight on Sincerely, Whitney! This is a new reoccurring segment on the blog where I will shine some light, and love, on a romance author. The first author to receive this honor is Mariana Zapata. Author Spotlight: Mariana Zapata Image via Amazon Mariana Zapata began writing love stories soon after she learned how to spell. She probably shouldn’t admit that…

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January 2022 Romance Releases

January 2022 Romance Releases

Looking for the hottest upcoming releases for January 2022? I got you, boo! Tick off some books from your goodreads goal with these romance books. January 2022 Romance Releases January 1Amazon January 3Amazon January 4Amazon January 4Amazon January 4Amazon January 6Amazon January 7Amazon January 7Amazon January 11Amazon January 11Amazon January 11Amazon January 11Amazon January…

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Book Review: His Lucky Penny by LL Meyer

Book Review: His Lucky Penny by LL Meyer

His Lucky Penny by LL Meyer was a promising debut novel from this author. I was captivated by the hero and his mysterious lore – just as the heroine was. However, I was more intrigued by another character. More on that later. “How about penny?”“Penny it is.” Lily Friesen is a broke college student that is desperately trying to keep afloat. She is trying to enjoy a night out in honor of a…

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Book Review: Him (Him #1) by Sarina Bowen Elle Kennedy

Book Review: Him (Him #1) by Sarina Bowen Elle Kennedy

Him by Sarina Bowen Elle Kennedy is top tier MM romance. It was actually the first MM romance that I have read that was more. It was intimate, heartwarming, and game-changing. Peep that new cover! 👀 Him by Sarina Bowen Elle Kennedy “Jamie Canning was my first crush and my first love. But he was never mine to have.” Wes and Jamie were teammates and best friends. All that came changed when…

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Book Review: Kulti by Mariana Zapata

Book Review: Kulti by Mariana Zapata

Kulti is definitely in my top three books by Mariana Zapata. Reiner Kulti is pretty much the perfect man – in my eyes. He is well-seasoned, meaning he is older and has been through some shit. He also has the perfect mix of grumpy alpha and comforting cinnamon roll. Throw in the fact that he is a world champion soccer player and has an accent. . . I have deceased. And I totally have a girl crush…

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Book Review: Under Locke by Mariana Zapata

Book Review: Under Locke by Mariana Zapata

Under Locke is, in fact, another Mariana Zapata book. If you have been lurking here a while then you probably know that I am a huge fan of her storytelling. Under Locke is a perfect example of why I sing her praises. This is a light-hearted yet gritty motorcycle romance. Leave it to Mariana to be able to deliver such a masterpiece. I’d never been a big fan of that saying, “Everything happens for…

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Book Review: Ice Planet Honeymoon: Aehako & Kira by Ruby Dixon

Book Review: Ice Planet Honeymoon: Aehako & Kira by Ruby Dixon

Ice Planet Honeymoon is an extended epilogue series for the couples of Ruby Dixon’s Ice Planet Barbarian series. This is not a standalone. It is intended to be read after the couple’s full-length novel – Barbarian Lover. Ruby pulls a role-reversal in this novella and I really enjoyed it. Laidback Aehako is a nervous wreck looking after his heavily pregnant mate, Kira. In Barbarian lover, Aehako…

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Book Review: From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata

Book Review: From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata

There is no denying my love for Mariana Zapata’s writing. From Lukov with Love is one of my favorites by her. A unique sports romance and the best friend’s brother trope? How could anyone not love this one! Jasmine is so close to giving up her dream of becoming an accomplished ice skater. After many years of no awards or metals, she is starting to doubt herself. Yet she still practices everyday…