Brews, Books & BFFs

What I Read This Month 📖

• Not In Love by Ali Hazelwood – ⭐⭐⭐½
  A fun read with Hazelwood’s signature STEM heroine, but it didn’t quite reach the heights of some of her others for me. 🤷‍♀️
• Love On the Brain by Ali Hazelwood – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  Enemies to lovers, STEM setting, and swoon-worthy romance—this one hit all the right notes! 💕🧠
• Lightlark by Alex Aster – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  Absolutely loved this fantastical world filled with intrigue and high stakes! 🌙✨
• Ne’er Duke Well – ⭐⭐⭐⭐
  A solid Regency romance with wit, charm, and engaging characters. 🎩💃
• Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  Chess, rivalry, and undeniable chemistry—this was an absolute win! ♟️🔥
• Battle of the Bookstores by Ali Brady – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  A bookish battle filled with humor, heart, and charming rival bookshops. 📚❤️
• Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  Hazelwood does it again! A nerdy romance with banter, spice, and depth. 🔥💡
• Bride by Ali Hazelwood – ⭐⭐⭐⭐
  A paranormal twist from Hazelwood! Unique and intriguing, though not my ultimate favorite of hers. 🧛‍♂️💍

Rereads:

• The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore – A cozy, heartwarming fall favorite! 🎃☕
• The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose – Revisiting this thriller in preparation for The Perfect Divorce! 🔪📖

What’s Next 🔮

• Currently Reading:
  • Summer in the City by Alex Aster – It’s everything I hoped for so far! ☀️🏙️
  • Nightbane by Alex Aster – Continuing the Lightlark series, and I am completely invested! 🌒🔥
  • Never Never by Colleen Hoover – Enjoying it, but it’s not calling to me the way other books have. 🤷‍♀️
  • Icebreaker by Hannah Grace – Just started, and excited to see where it goes! ⛸️💙
• Hopefuls for Next Month:
  • Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven ✨📖
  • Wolf.e by Paisley Hope 🐺
  • Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez 💕
  • The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose ⚖️💔

Highlights from the Month 🌟

• Met Jaci Burton at Love Stories – She is so sweet, and I can’t wait to dive into her books! 📚💕
• Met Alex Aster & Ali Hazelwood in Austin!
  • Had an amazing road trip with my mom and daughter. 🚗💨
  • Got to spend much-needed time with my son and his wonderful girlfriend in Austin. 🏙️💖
  • Alex Aster is adorable and kind, and Ali Hazelwood is just as hilarious in person as she is in her books! 😂✨
  • I’ve now read every full-length Ali Hazelwood book—stay tuned for an Author Spotlight! 🔥📚

Final Thoughts 💭

March was filled with amazing books, unforgettable author meetups, and quality time with loved ones. My Hazelwood collection is officially complete, and I’m excited for what’s next! Looking forward to diving into new stories in April—bring on the next adventure! 🎉📖

XOXO,
Jessica 💕