🌟 My Top TEN Books Read in 2023! 🌟

What a year it has been! Full of ups and downs, another year has concluded and it's time to look back at what we've read and today I'm rounding up my top ten books that I read in 2023.


Let me know what were some of your favorite books of 2023. Wishing everyone a happy New Year filled happiness, health and lots of books! 🎉

Here are my top ten books that I read in 2023 {In no particular order!} 

Three to Get Ready by Skye Warren

I loved the conclusion to the One for the Money Trilogy! Warren did a great job with the story, it was swoon worthy and heart warming. One of those series that I will definitely be reading again! 

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Sincerely, Your Inconvenient Wife by Julia Wolf

The chemistry between the characters is off-the charts! Will definitely be reading more from the author in the future. :)

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Gates of Paradise by Melissa De La Cruz

It took me a while to get to this book, but I can finally say that I have finished reading this amazing series. If you love vampires and Gossip Girl (the original show) then I would recommend checking out the books. The ending took by surprise, it was nostalgic and emotional. :)

I'll Always Be With You by Monica Murphy

This was my first read from Monica Murphy and it will certainly not be the last. I loved this book from beginning to end. We really get to see the characters develop over time and the ending was perfect for them. (:

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Wait for Always by K.A. Linde

I was waiting for Ash's story and K.A. Linde did not disappoint at all! She gave us an emotional redeeming story that had me rooting for the characters until the very end. 

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Forgive Me My Sins by Natasha Knight

This arranged marriage mafia romance is filled with sizzling moments, secrets and betrayals making it a definite must-read!

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Just A Little Secret by Carly Phillips and Erika Wilde

This series between Phillips and Wilde is one of my favorites, the characters were lovable and relatable. Their stories will leave you hooked from beginning to end! :)

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Last Comes Fate by Nicole French

Frankie deserved her own story and French outdone herself in the Silver Spoon Trilogy. Xavier and Francesca come to their own and they get their happily-ever-after.

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Romance Rules For Werewolves by Linsey Hall

This was such a heartwarming and cozy read! I would highly recommend it if you love witches, werewolves and magical towns. Hall's descriptive writing made the story that much more enjoyable to read as well. There was humor as well as lots of romantic scenes. Will definitely be reading more from the author in the future. (:

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Unscripted With Mila by Melanie Moreland

Unscripted With Mila is the heartfelt conclusion to Moreland’s beloved Vested Interest: ABC Corp Series. This page-turning romance is about new beginnings that will pull at your heartstrings and never let go. I fell in love with the series a few years ago, so I was sad to hear when this would conclude the end to such great books. But I can say that Moreland did the characters justice and it truly brings everyone together for one last hurrah. I would highly recommend checking out this series as well as any other books by the author, it won't disappoint! 

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🔖 REVIEW 🔖 In Your Wildest Dreams by Rebecca Jenshak

In Your Wildest Dreams by Rebecca Jenshak

Release Date: December 7, 2023

Series: Wildcat Hockey #4

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Sports

He’s the cocky, pro hockey player that tried to get my number during a game. Now he’s sidelined with an injury and I’m his new nurse.

The first time I met Ash Kelly, he stripped off his jersey and gave it to a little girl in the crowd, charming an arena full of fans in the process. Then he tossed me a puck and asked for my number. I was with my jerk ex-boyfriend, who was less than impressed with the whole thing.

The second time he crashes into my life it’s as my patient. There’s no way he should remember me, but he does. Being Ash’s nurse is torture. He’s stubborn and frustrating, and he won’t stop flirting with me now that he knows I’m single. He’s even recruited the entire hospital to help him win me over. And it’s working.

The more time I spend taking care of him, the more he breaks down my defenses. He’s kind and considerate, and he makes my heart race.

But I’ve sworn off dating and getting involved with a charming, handsome hockey player like Ash feels like a terrible idea. We go our separate ways again, despite our undeniable connection.

I should have known it wouldn’t be the last time. For some reason, the universe keeps throwing us together.

I’m finally ready to give him a chance, but there’s one little problem. My ex-boyfriend just got a new job as the assistant GM of the Wildcats. And the only thing he wants more than me is to screw over the man I’m falling for.

In Your Wildest Dreams is a hockey romance with a cocky, cinnamon roll hero, spice, banter, and a happily ever after. It's the fourth book in the Wildcat Hockey series and can be enjoyed as a standalone.

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My Review:

Jenshak delivers a steamy and relatable sports romance in In Your Wildest Dreams. This fourth book in the Wildcat Hockey Series will keep you hooked from beginning to end!

Bridget never imagined in her wildest dreams that she would get asked for her number by the famous Wildcat hockey player, Ash Kelly. With the arena full of adoring fans, there is something about him that she can’t let go. But when her ex-boyfriend sees the exchange between them, he is furious with her and takes her home. Not knowing if Bridget is going to see Ash again, she focuses on her studies and job as a nurse. Little does she know that her VIP patient would end up being Ash Kelly. Now he’s discovered that she is single, Ash is set on to charm her to no end. He wants her, but she isn’t sure if she is willing to put her heart on the line again.

Ash Kelly has worked really hard to get to where he is in life, he has his team and any woman he could possibly want. But as he looks at his fellow teammates, they’ve all seem to found the one expect for him. He gives his all every time, yet as he looks around the stadium like the rest of his teammates look for their loved one, Ash sees a particular woman that has caught his attention. She isn’t looking at anything in particular, as her boyfriend is clearly ignoring her. Ash quickly finds himself skating towards her and asking her for her number. She is surprised and her boyfriend is mad. It hasn’t been a day since he hasn’t stopped thinking about her. It would be fate to bring them together the minute he ends up at the hospital and she walks in as his nurse. Ash is not about to give up on her this time around and he sets to win her over no matter the cost. But just as he was making progress, an obstacle gets thrown his way and won’t stop until he separates Ash and Bridget for good.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading In Your Wildest Dreams, it was charming and swoon worthy. It’s evident that both of the characters have great chemistry and it just keep evolving the longer they get to know each other. But soon they have to make big decisions when it comes to giving their relationship a chance. They have a great support system in their friends/teammates and they are able to face anything with them by the side. I loved Ash, he was sweet and protective of Bridget. He wants her in his life and he is willing to give up anything for her. On the other hand, Bridget really stands up for herself and for those around her. They are perfect for each other and the sweet ending shows us that. I would highly recommend checking it out, I cannot wait to read more form the author in the future! :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

My Rating: 4.5/5

Meet Rebecca

Rebecca Jenshak is a USA Today bestselling author of new adult and sports romance. She writes sexy, feel-good stories with lots of swoon-worthy moments. Rebecca lives in Arizona. When she isn't writing, you can find her cheering on local sports teams, hanging out with friends and family, or curled up with a good book.

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🔖 REVIEW 🔖 My Darling Bride by Ilsa Madden-Mills

My Darling Bride by Ilsa Madden-Mills

Release Date: December 5, 2023

Pages: 327

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Sports

In a sizzling romance that sparkles with wit and depth, two wounded souls meet by chance in the desert and agree to get married, and their lives will never be the same.

On a normal day, Emmaline Darling isn’t a car thief. She’s just a simple girl who runs a bookstore and adores cats. But when she’s stranded in the desert and needs to get away from her dangerous ex-boyfriend, she picks her only option: swiping the keys to a famous football player’s Lamborghini and speeding away.

Football star Graham Harlan is in chaos. First he took a hit on the field that left him with a near-death experience, and now he’s promised his brother he’ll get married to secure the family inheritance. Trouble is he isn’t even seeing anyone.

Then a mystery woman steals his car. With his usual stubbornness, he tracks her all the way to Manhattan and gives her an ultimatum: marry me or I’ll press charges.

Her choice is obvious, only neither of them expect the sparks that ignite between them.

As the end of their arrangement looms, will Graham take a chance on love or let his darling walk away forever?

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My Review:

Not having read any other books by Madden-Mills before, I didn’t know what to expect. Needless to say, the author delivers an emotional romance about second chances and new beginnings in My Darling Bride!

Emmaline “Emmy” Darling never imagine that she would be on the run from her now ex-boyfriend. But after the events that took place at their Las Vegas hotel, Emmy suddenly finds herself driving miles away to an Arizona hotel, hoping along the way that Kian would leave her alone. But just when she thought that he’d found her, another man steps out of a luxurious Lamborghini, exuding confidence and wealth. Reminding Emmy of the financial stability that she longs to have.

It would take bumping into the handsome stranger to change her life forever. Now she is on the run again, this time she is speeding away with his Lamborghini. A very expensive mistake that would follow her home, little does she know that the owner of said car would have other plans for her. A marriage arrangement between them, only Emmy would soon start to develop feelings for the football player that could end up costing her heart.

For New York Pythons’ famous football player, Graham Harlan, he is used to be in the spotlight surrounded by wealth and beautiful women. But it was a near-death experience on the field that has left him in chaos. There are ups and downs to playing football and he knows that. Yet, Graham fears of what his future would look like without playing the sport that he loves so much. With the hopes of finding answers and getting away from the city, he drives his Lamborghini to Arizona. Only for it to get stolen and wrecked by a beautiful woman he met at his hotel.

Feeling shocked and devastated, Graham is set to make her pay no matter what. To add to his stress, he needs to secure the family inheritance, and needs to get married fast. The only things is that he doesn’t have anyone he trusts to pretend to be his wife for a short time. Until his younger brother tells him about the beauty that works at his local bookstore, Emmaline Darling, and Graham immediately realizes who she is. Emmy owes him and he won’t take a no as an answer. Little does he know just how much having her around would change him in the process. Now he has to find a way to keep her for good, if that’s the last thing he does.

I absolutely loved reading My Darling Bride, the main characters had so much chemistry and the secondary characters added the humor that had me reading nonstop until the very end. It’s evident that both of the characters have been through so much already and having a lot in common made it easier for them to lean on each other. The heroine is a relatable bookworm who unexpectedly finds her forever and the football player is ready to support her no matter what. The ending was so sweet and perfect for them. I would highly recommend checking out this romance, I cannot wait to read more from the author in the future! :)

***I received an advanced copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own.***

My Rating: 4.5/5

Meet Ilsa Madden-Mills

#1 Amazon Charts, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USA Today best-selling
author Ilsa Madden-Mills pens angsty new adult and contemporary romances.
A former high school English teacher and librarian, she adores all things Pride and

Prejudice, and of course, Mr. Darcy is her ultimate hero.

She's addicted to frothy coffee beverages, cheesy magnets, and any book featuring
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