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Marked by Kayla D. Ward

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Nobody in this town is f^*king fine.

I had no idea how true that statement was when I said it.
Everyone is on edge.

Especially me.

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November 13, 2026 at 10:11 AM
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Marked by Kayla D. Ward

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Nobody in this town is f^*king fine.

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October 31, 2026 at 10:32 AM
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Wreck My World by #VictoriaAshley

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October 26, 2026 at 8:41 PM
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🔹️ REVIEW 🔹️

YOU WERE MINE: Rosemary Beach bk 9 by #AbbiGlines, narrated by #SebastianYork & #ElizabethLouise 4🌟

A lot of hopping around w loads of 💔

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Book cover Title: You Were Mine, Rosemary Beach Author: Abbi Glines, #1 New York Times bestselling author *****Book review***** >Forgiving the Past< Teenage angst holds tight into adulthood for Tripp Montgomery Newark and Beth Ann "Bethy" Lowry. The events that separated them as teenagers and kept them apart as adults are heart-wrenching, but I like how they fight to get back to them. Yes, he does most of the fighting while she's stuck in mistakes and losses from their past. Like I said, heart-wrenching. -- Book quote 'She was my girl, and she was wearing my cousins t-shirt, looking like she'd just crawled of his bed.' -- Tripp Newark I like the support they each receive from their friends and select loved ones. I also love how Tripp respected her relationship with Jace. I do wish we could've seen the three of them together just a little more. There is a lot of jumping back and forth in time, especially early on. It is easy to get lost between past and present on occasion. There are some potentially triggering events. If you have sensitivities, please look for content alerts from the author. I listened to the audio book. The narrators are the always enjoyable to listen to Sebastian York and Elizabeth Louise. Elizabeth is new to me. I'll definitely listen to another of her narrations. As mentioned, Sebastian is wonderful. 😘 🎧🩵🎧 Story: 4 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 2.0x H = 18/26; h = 16/24 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 🎙 Dual narration 🩵 Second Chance 💔 Loss of Pregnancy ⏳️ Multiple timelines ☠️ Death of loved ones 💦 Unprotected couplings 🫣 Semi-private encounters 🕐 First person, dual POVhi
October 25, 2026 at 1:52 AM
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🔸️ REVIEW 🔸️

LAST GOOD THING: Fallout bk 1 by #HeatherYoung-Nichols, narrated by #SarahKnapp 3.5🌟

It's a decent read. Dylan is adorable. 😍

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Book cover Title: Last Good Thing Author: Heather Young-Nichols, USA Today bestselling author *****Book review***** >Returning to the Scene of the Crush< Zac Walsh and Laney Douglas are alright. It's a decent read, but very predictable and a wee too angsty. Perhaps it's me. I think I'm outgrowing angsty young adult books. 🤔🤷‍♀️ -- Book quote “Listen.” He yanked the outer door open himself. “I’ve missed you every day since you left, and I’m not losing you again. I can’t say what those other assholes are going to do, but I’ll call you every damn day if you let me.” -- Zac Walsh Dylan is the best part of this. Young kids and older adults are often my favorite parts when it's a multi-generational tale. The lack of filter brings extra fun to just about everything. Dylan is proof. 😁 The mystery surrounding her recently deceased father is different. I have no doubt that things like that happen regularly, but I think it's the first time I've seen it in a book. It does take the spotlight off our struggling couple, but it's interesting. I read along with the audio book. The narrator is Sarah Knapp. She's a good narrator. 🎧🩷🎧 Story: 3.5 stars Narration: 3.5 stars Listening Speed: 2.0x H & h = 21 >TROPES & TRIGGERS< 🎙 Single narration 🧒 Adorable four-year-old ❤️ Found family 🏡 Small town romance 🧔‍♂️ Single dad 🩵 Childhood crush realized 🔥 Steamy scenes 🌶 🕐 First person, singular POV
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September 19, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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💜 REVIEW 💜

FAKE THE WEDDING DATE: Fake Dating bk 1 by #UrsulaCampbell 4🌟

I love how Sophia stops taking her family's 💩

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Book cover Title: Fake the Wedding Date, a fake dating Romcom Author: Ursula Campbell *****Book review***** >Oh, the Twists< The way this starts is different from what I expected, but I like that it shakes things up a bit as Sophia (St. Claire) Andrews handles the engagement and everything else between her ex-husband and niece, who is thirteen years her junior. I love it when she finds her voice, standing up to her family for their duplicity and other shenanigans. In walks Emmitt. I like him and how things progress with Sophia. There are missteps, overstepping, mixed signals, and more. I'm not keen on one area, but I love it when someone points out the mistake. -- Book quote 'I chew my lip as the memories of that kiss–that all consuming, breath stealing - make you…apparently pass out–kiss.' -- Sophia Andrews There are several twists throughout. A few I was ahead of, but when the karma twist rears its head, I could only laugh at it. You know what they say about Karma. 🤷‍♀️😂 As misplaced as her ire may be, I love how protective Sara is. Similarly, in general, I love the family dynamics on Emmett's side of the aisle. It's heartwarming. There is one thing that niggled in the back of my brain, but until it was addressed, I tried not to think about it. In a word, grooming. I am happy that it is tackled, even if briefly. Story: 4 stars H = 24; h = 33 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 💋 One night stand 💦 Unprotected couplings 🐣 Fertility concerns ⏰️ Reverse age gap romance 😡 Child abuse, past and present ❤️ Found family 🔥 Open-door steamy scenes 🌶 🐣 Unplanned pregnancy 🕐 First person, dual POV
September 13, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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These two are a complete freaking mess. Seriously. They have serious baggage from the first time they met more than a decade earlier. So. Very. Messy.

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August 24, 2026 at 3:47 AM
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May 14, 2026 at 10:07 PM
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💔 REVIEW ❤️‍🩹

FALLING FOR JAX: Falling bk 3 by #TracyLorraine, narrated by #AlexBates & #KelliTager 4🌟

This is as steamy as it is heartbreaking.

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Book cover Title: Falling for Jax, the Falling Series Book #3 Author: Tracy Lorraine Read by: Kelli Tager and Alex Bates *****Book review***** >Finding Forever After Tragedy< This starts where Molly and Ryan's book ends, and it's so heartbreaking. 😢💔🤰 This can be triggering for some, so be mindful. When not experiencing some of the worst moments in many women's lives, their story goes between present and past. Some of it is known from 'Falling for Ryan', but we get to see more details and why they broke up. -- Book quote 'I think Abbi unknowingly ruined me for anyone else from that first evening of meeting her. Hell, I’m pretty sure I fell in love with her the moment my eyes locked with hers that day.' -- Jax Parker It turns out that Abigail (Abbi, Abs) Evans and Jackson (Jax) Parker have plenty of baggage beyond the opening events. It's painful and added to the heartbreak. Their reunion is definitely bittersweet, but I really like them together and am happy with the ending. I read along with the audio book. The narrators, Alex Bates and Kelli Tager, are really good. The production has a few issues, including recording quality of Kelli's parts, but they mildly impact my ability to enjoy this. 🎧💙🎧 Story: 4 stars Narration: 3.5 stars Listening Speed: 2.0x H & h = early to mid-20s >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 💔 Loss of pregnancy 🤰 👀 Protective MMC 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Found family 🍇 Sexual assault 🎁 No protection 💔 Crappy parents 🧸 Nurturing MMC 🔥 Open-door scenes 🌶
August 3, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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💗 REVIEW 💗

FALLING FOR RYAN, PT 1: Falling bk 1 by #TracyLorraine, narrated by #AntonyFerguson & #RachaelBeresford 4🌟

💔 turns to attraction that can only be denied for so long.

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Book cover Title: Falling for Ryan part one, the Falling Series Book #1 Author: Tracy Lorraine Read by: Rachael Beresford and Antony Ferguson *****Book review***** >Feeling Needy and Wanting More< I read this in early 2020, but I never posted the review. I've tweaked it some, but this is mostly from my initial read. This one has me feeling angsty, needy, overheated, and wanting for more. Molly Carter and Ryan Evans are a mess that just keeps getting worse. They may be best friends, but they often seem to forget that when matters of the heart get involved. And, let me just say that cliffhanger is evil! Give a girl some relief! 😀 -- Book quote “In the back of my mind, I just see it going tits up and then losing him. I would rather fight to keep him as my friend than do something to remove him from my life completely.“ -- Molly Carter I enjoyed revisiting these two. Now, to do the one thing I failed to do the first time - finish the duet. 😉 I read along with the audio book. The narrators, Antony Ferguson and Rachael Beresford, are good. Duet would've been preferred, but this works. Story: 4 stars Narration: 3.5 stars Listening Speed: 2.3x H & h = 24-25 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 🥰 Friends to Lovers 🫦 Taboo attraction 💔 Death of a loved one 🚧 Ends with a cliffhanger 👀 Protective MMC 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Found family 💔 Crappy parents 🧸 Nurturing MMC 💭 Naughty dreams 🔥
July 22, 2026 at 4:43 AM
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💙 REVIEW 💙

THE BULLY'S DARE: Truth or Dare bk 1 by #AdoraCrooks, narrated by #PenelopeAnnRose & #ChrisChambers 4.5🌟

I ❤️ the MMF exploration!

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Book cover Title: The Bully's Dare, a spicy why choose romance Author: Adora Crooks, USA Today bestselling author Read by: Chris Chambers and Penelope Ann Rose *****Book review***** >The Three Muskrats< I love the fast friendship between Kenzi Stratton and Adam "Donovan" Donovan. It isn't completely innocent, but it is sweet and wonderful. In addition to their friendship, I love their mixed tapes. Then there's resident pretty boy and lead bully Jason King. I love it when Kenzi gets one over on him. It is well deserved and funny. Of course, I really like how Jason slowly lets go of his alphahole tendencies. The transition to a friend to the awkward, poor gay kid, and the innocent girl who can tell him no is interesting and comes with some fabulous discoveries. -- Book quote 'Jason King will grow up attractive, which bodes well for my fantasies of growing old with him, 2.5 kids that look just like us running around our feet…' -- Kenzi Stratton I've already read the rest of the series. When I saw the audiobook at my library, I just knew it was time to visit where the series started. I'm so glad I did. While the other books in the series can be read as standalones, this ends in a cliffhanger. I read along with the audio book. The narrators are Penelope Ann Rose and Chris Chambers. I like them, I do, but I wish there's a third narrator and that they are in duet. In lieu of that, this definitely works. 🎧💙🎧 Story: 4.5 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 2.0x H1-2 = 18 & 19; h = 18 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 🩷 Small beach town 🩷 Cliffhanger 💜 Summer of discovery 💙 Sweet & steamy 💙 Accidental Pregnancy 🩷 Truth or Dare 🩷 Bisexual romance / MMF 💜 Teenaged bullies 💙 Childhood trauma 💙 Mixed tapes
July 3, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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🍆🍆 REVIEW 🍆🍆

LOSERS pt 1 by #HarleyLaroux, narrated by #JTipstone & #JaclynKelso 4🌟

I love that everyone plays w EVERYONE! 🌶🔥 F-I-R-E!

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Book cover Title: Losers part one Author: Harley Laroux Performed by: Jaclyn Kelso and J Tipstone *****Book review***** >Love Unconventionally< High school may be over, but many in this small town still see Manson Reed, Vincent Volkov, Jason Roth, and Lucas Bent as losers. I love how they accept who they are and how they love despite the outside noise. Similar to >'The Dare',< I expected this to focus mostly on Manson and Jessica Martin. To say I was pleasantly surprised that all five got plenty of attention is an understatement. -- Book quote 'The last time I’d seen them, I’d been on my knees, giving the most terrifyingly erotic blow jobs of my life.' -- Jessica Martin There's degradation, fantasy fulfillment, CNC, and much more. Some of it isn't my thing, but I liked the presentation and how boundaries were pushed. When they push further and harder than normal, I really liked that they checked in and reminded her of her safe word. -- Book quote 'Lucas had more issues than Playboy magazine.' -- Vincent Volkov Reading the prequel is highly recommended, and as this ends in a pseudo cliffhanger, reading the series in order is also strongly recommended. I've already read some of the opening chapter of the next book, and it picks up right where this leaves off. I read along with the audio book. The narrators are fantastic! J. Tipstone and Jaclyn Kelso really brought the tension and heat with this one. 🎧💜🎧 Story: 4 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 2.0x H1-4 & h = 22-23 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 🍆 Why choose / polyamory 🍆 Erotic Romance 🍆 Tables turned on high school bully 🍆 Childhood abuse 🍑 Swords ⚔️ Cross 🍆 Trip to toy store 🥒⛓️🗜🌶 🍆 Primal play 🍆 Kinky AF 🍆 Revenge 🍑 Spicy AF
June 15, 2026 at 5:12 AM
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🏀 REVIEW 🏀

HARD TO FAKE: Denver Kodiaks bk 1 by #PiperLawson, narrated by #SimoneLewis & #TimPaige 4🌟

A good start to the trilogy.

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Book cover Title: Hard to Fake, Denver Kodiaks Book one Author: Piper Lawson, USA Today bestselling author Narrated by: Simone Lewis & Tim Paige *****Book review***** >Crushing Hard< Even though this ends with a cliffhanger, I like the way things start between Brooke Tamara Ellis and Miles Garrett. There's some outside angst and drama that makes the sizzle all the more enjoyable. I love that they both had a thing for the other years earlier. And the way he steps in to protect her and everyone else he cares for makes him easy to love. -- Book quote 'I’ve got a lot of casual friends, but letting someone in close is a big deal. They leave, there’s a hole in your heart. Brooke’s worked her way in.' -- Miles Garrett I look forward to the next two books as we work towards their HEA. I hope we see Kevin and Caroline properly put in their places. I mean, they're just... ick. I listened to the audio book. The narrators, Tim Paige and Simone Lewis, do a great job setting the tone for the characters and including the right level of emotions. 🎧🩵🎧 Story: 4 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = late 20s; h = 25 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 📸 Influencer & baller 🏀 Basketball romance 💙 Fake relationship 💥 Sizzling chemistry 🛏 Forced proximity 🕳 Cliffhanger 😉 Brother's teammate & friend
June 8, 2026 at 3:13 AM
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⚾️ REVIEW ⚾️

CATCH: Destined Hearts bk 1 by #EvelynMontgomery, narrated by #LeeDaniels & #JoeArden 4🌟

Drama, steam & secrets lace this bk

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Book cover Title: Catch, Destined Hearts 1 Author: Evelyn Montgomery *****Book review***** >Power of Love< So much drama. So much heat. So many secrets. I love the instant connection between Hunter (Catch) Alexander and Rochelle (Roshie, Angel) Thomas. The heat that accompanies is scorching. -- Book quote 'A titillating shiver rushes up her spine, and I swear to God, if this energy between us ever dies, it’ll be only when my heart stops beating.' -- Hunter Alexander I love how protective he is. It adds to my appreciation of him. Rochelle is a bit naïve despite all the upheaval in her life, but she's likable. The family drama is a hot mess of crazy. It's outlandish yet partially believable. It undoubtedly makes things interesting. I like the general writing style. This is my first book of hers, but I suspect it won't be my last. I read along with the audio book. The narrators, Joe Arden and Lee Daniels, are wonderful in duet. 🎧🩷🎧 Story: 4 stars Narration: 4.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H & h = ~20 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< ⚾️ College baseball romance ✂️ Catcher & hair stylist ❤️ Instalove 🎧 Duet narration ⚾️ Steamy, steamy chemistry 🌶 ✂️ Dark family secrets 💔 Addiction ⚾️ Obsessed MMC
June 7, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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🔸️REVIEW🔸️

OFF SEASON: Nashville Fury bk 3 by #ChelleSloan, narrated by #LessaLamb & #DuncanPrescott 3.5🌟

Good, but my least fave in the series.

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Book cover Title: Off Season Author: Chelle Sloan *****Book review***** >Allergic to Her Wedding? That's a Sign< While I like this, it is my least favorite of the series so far. Coming into it, Bryce Donald was already in a deficit with me due to his antics displayed in the last book. Here, he continues to show his immaturity & self-centered tendencies throughout. He does some growing up, but it's slow & painful. So very painful. Lucia (Lucy, Lulu) Valenti is sweet, kind, & gets herself into binds because she's a people pleaser even when it goes against her needs and desires. Lucy & Breanna, Bryce's twin sister, are who maintained my interest. The engagement that is the source of much of Bryce's dramatics brings its share of interest to Lucy's life as well. I do like how that plays out & how it forces Lucy to take a stand. There wasn't a lot of focus on the father & his role in some of the issues he contributed to, which is fine, but I wish we got to see Bryce cut him from his life during his journey to healing. I hate that any kid has to consider that, but I know how therapeutic & necessary it can be. Another area of minimal focus is the game. I love football and football romances. This is a romance where the MMC happens to be a pro QB. There are occasional plays thrown in, but football is mostly sidelined. I'm not complaining, as it makes sense for this journey, but I want to share the observation. Prior reading isn't necessary. This is one of the rare times I recommend reading this first and then going in series order for the rest. It'll let you come into this without any prejudices. I listened to the audio book. I like the narrators, Lessa Lamb & Duncan Prescott, but I really wish they were in duet. 🎧🧡🎧 Story: 3.5 stars Narration: 3.5 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H & h = 24 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< 🏈 Mental health rep 🧡 High school crush 🏈 Quarterback vs. Mathlete 🧡 Second Chance 🏈 Substance (alcohol) abuse
May 29, 2026 at 2:54 AM
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❌️ REVIEW ❌️

DIRTY LITTLE PROMISE: Forbidden Desires bk 2 by #KendallRyan, narrated by #ZacharyWebber & #MeganTusing 2.5🌟

I really wanted to like this. They're AWFUL at communicating to say the least

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Book cover Title: Dirty Little Promise, Forbidden Desires Book two Author: Kendall Ryan, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Narrated by: Megan Tusing & Zachary Webber *****Book review***** >COMMUNICATE!< Before making it halfway through the second part of the duet, I realized that I disliked Gavin Kingsley. A LOT. Enough that I considered abandoning the book. My liking of Emma Bell is the only reason I saw this through, but even she lost some of her luster. My biggest problem with these two is the utter lack of communication. As in, they both suck at it, but the degree to which this occurs is off-putting. <spoiler/example on Goodreads> I just...UGH! *throws hands up in defeat* The bit of self-reflection towards the end was nice, but it was barely a start to what he needs to do to repair the situation he brought about. Yes, I do place the blame with him because he failed to communicate his truths at the beginning. See how this loops? 🤨 In my review of >'Dirty Little Secret',< I said that, "A well placed knee to clear things up wouldn't be amiss." I stand by this and wonder if I set the bar too low with just one knee. Yeah, I'm feeling... things... after this one. Please note that this is the second half of a duet, and some sensitive topics are presented. I listened to the audio book. The narrators are Zachary Webber and Megan Tusing. I think they are both really good. Of course, I would've preferred them in duet. 😉 🎧💚🎧 Story: 2.5 stars Narration: 4 stars Listening Speed: 1.8x H = 34; h = 29 >TROPES & TRIGGERS:< ✨️ Stalker 🔸️ Death of a loved one ✨️ Alphahole 🫏 🔸️ Sizzling chemistry 🌶
May 11, 2026 at 4:49 PM