Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Review for SPECIAL KIND OF TWISTED by Lani Lynn Vale




SPECIAL KIND OF TWISTED by Lani Lynn Vale! 

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He had a way of pulling everyone into his darkness. Then, to make matters worse, he convinced you that you liked it there.
Kyle Davis—ex professional baseball player and current felon—loved Sara, his best friend. Strictly platonically, of course. He’d do absolutely anything for her, even put up with Greer, Sara’s other best friend.
What she was not was Kyle’s best friend. Or any friend at all, to be honest.
In fact, they couldn’t stand to be in the same room with each other, let alone breathe the same air for any length of time.
Then something happens, forcing the two of them to work together to keep Sara blissfully unaware of the danger Greer’s in.
They come up with a plan. Sara doesn’t need to know.
What she doesn’t know won’t hurt her.
The funny thing is, Sara knows all. Sara also knows the two of them are destined to be with each other.
She only has to convince them of it first.



This engaging story centers on KD and Greer, two characters whose witty banter and simmering tension ignite a lively enemies-to-lovers tale. What makes this book particularly worth discussing is the way it balances humor and emotional stakes, crafting a relationship that feels both combustible and genuine. The charm lies not only in the romance but in the clever, snappy dialogue and the endearing supporting cast who add depth and levity to the story.

The highlight of this read is undeniably the dynamic between KD and Greer. Their playful back-and-forth, filled with teasing jabs, makes their chemistry leap off the page. The author skillfully keeps an undercurrent of heat simmering beneath their sniping, which eventually explodes into a passionate connection that neither can deny. This slow build, peppered with moments of humor and tension, creates a rollercoaster that is as entertaining as it is heartwarming.

Greer’s character shines with her sharp wit and irreverent humor, often bringing lightness to even the more serious moments. Her quirky pets add a delightful touch of comic relief, further enriching the story’s lively atmosphere. Meanwhile, KD’s protective instincts introduce a strong emotional core that elevates their romance beyond typical tropes. The development of their relationship feels natural, even if the origins of their antagonism remain somewhat mysterious—a minor ambiguity that invites readers to speculate and stay engaged.

Beyond the main couple, the plot benefits from a humorous and relatable secondary cast. KD’s sister, in particular, contributes memorable laughs and adds another layer of complexity to the story, hinting at her own personal growth arcs. This dimension makes the story feel more grounded and less insular, weaving in the broader tapestry of friendship and family.

A significant strength is the author’s ability to blend laughter with tension, especially when Greer repeatedly finds herself in comedic yet precarious situations. This balance not only sustains the pace but builds toward a surprising twist near the conclusion, which refreshingly offers Greer meaningful closure rather than a predictable happy ending. This unexpected turn adds emotional weight and reaffirms the story’s commitment to character growth.

Overall, this book is a satisfying read for anyone who enjoys romantic comedies with sharp dialogue, complex characters, and a bit of mystery. Fans of the enemies-to-lovers trope will appreciate the genuine chemistry and humor that persist even after the characters become lovers. 






Lani Lynn Vale is married to the love of her life that she met in high school. She fell in love with him because he was wearing baseball pants. Ten years later they have three perfectly crazy children and a cat named Demon who likes to wake her up at ungodly times in the night. They live in the greatest state in the world, Texas. She writes contemporary and romantic suspense, and has a love for all things romance. You can find Lani in front of her computer writing away in her fictional characters world...that is until her husband and kids demand sustenance in the form of food and drink.


 




New Release for IN THE DARK by Shain Rose

 


IN THE DARK 

Shain Rose

Release Date: February 24, 2026 


Meet Shain Rose:

Shain Rose is a USA Today and #1 best-selling author. She writes romance filled with angst, steam, and emotional rollercoasters that lead to happily ever afters.


She lives where the weather is always changing with a family that she hopes will never change. When she isn't writing, she's reading and loving life.


Connect with Shain Rose:

https://linktr.ee/shainrose


Blurb:

In a brand new, sizzling arranged marriage romance, a mafia princess is forced to marry her enemy and live with him in Paradise Grove, a billionaire's enclave filled with luxury and secrets. For fans of TL Swan, LJ Shen, and Rina Kent.

He was only supposed to be a secret fling.

A forbidden kiss stolen in the dark . . .
Not the cold-blooded monster who betrayed me.

Callahan Knight is the Diamond Syndicate’s perfect weapon with honed muscles, lethal control, and merciless loyalty. Even when taking out a rival cartel’s capo—my uncle—he doesn’t flinch. He shatters my family without hesitation, and I swear I’ll never forgive him for that.

But the Syndicate doesn’t care about my hatred. To secure their power, they demand more: A vow of marriage or watch everything we love get destroyed.

Now I’m the unwilling bride living in the luxurious prison of Paradise Grove with the man I refuse to call my soon-to-be husband. Instead, he’s the villain. Enemy number one. My tormentor . . .

But also maybe my undoing.

Because when he looks at me with the same fire we once shared, I can’t decide if I want to kill him . . . or kiss him.

Yet, I refuse to be distracted by his touch or piercing gaze. Instead, I’ll play the part, wear the ring, and say my vows all while I dig for his greatest weakness.

Because he may be the Syndicate’s deadliest weapon—

But I’m just as lethal as the monster I have to marry.


Buy Link:

Amzn US Deluxe Edition: https://amzn.to/3NhG4dH

Ebook: https://amzn.to/4ryYR2p


 

New Release for THE SLEIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS by Kate Stewart

 


THE SLEIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

Kate Stewart

Release Date: September 29, 2026

Meet Kate Stewart:

New York Times, USA Today, Amazon Charts, and Internationally bestselling author Kate Stewart, a Texas native, lives in North Carolina with her husband, Nick. Nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains, Kate pens messy, sexy, angst-filled contemporary romance, as well as romantic comedy and erotic suspense.

The Ravenhood Trilogy, as well as the spinoff series, Ravenhood Legacy, have become NYT, USA Today, and International bestsellers as well as TikTok sensations. The Ravenhood was recently acquired for film adaptation with Kate set to co-write the script, as well as executive produce, which will kickstart her lifelong dream of becoming a filmmaker.

Amongst Kate’s other bestselling works, The Bittersweet Symphony Duet, specifically Drive, was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist for best contemporary romance of 2017. Stewart’s works have been featured in USA Today, BuzzFeed, The New York Daily News, Huffington Post, Glamour Magazine, and translated into over twenty languages.

Connect with Kate Stewart:

https://katestewartwrites.com/

Blurb:

From the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of The Plight Before Christmas and The Ravenhood Trilogy comes a heartwarming, spicy, holiday themed romantic dramedy with ALL of the FEELS!

My kids are a**holes.

Yeah, I said it. I said the thing no father is supposed to say about their children, and I’ll say it again because I miss my wife.

Serena’s checked out and now resides in ‘yes dear’ robot mode, complete with a new eye twitch. Reason being, the impish elves we spawned are currently sucking the life out of her—daily. Thanks to Gracie and Peyton, my patience is hanging by the last orange bulb on a very thin green wire. Thank God we’re headed to Triple Falls. A week of Ruby’s eggnog and a little change of scenery could be just what the woman I love needs to find her way back to herself—and to me. But the closer we get to packing up, the shorter my fuse becomes . . . and the more I’m starting to get ideas of taking drastic measures.

And by drastic, I mean our little goblins won’t be the only ones making Rudolph’s naughty list. I’ve had enough. I’m not giving in this time. No amount of alligator tears or fake apologies are going to cut it.

Ironically, the more I man up and take charge, the more Serena and I are starting to reminisce about the good old days, which is quickly adding up to some heated nights.

Come hell or high water, this Christmas, our kids are going to learn to appreciate the parents they’ve got because I’m getting my girl back . . . even if the two little hellions we created have to pay to bring her back to me—little f*ckers.

The Sleight Before Christmas is book #2 in The Holiday Hijinx series. While it can be read as a stand-alone, it is highly recommended that you read The Plight Before Christmas first.

Buy Link:

https://www.kensingtonbooks.com/shop/the-sleight-before-christmas-deluxe-limited-edition/


 

New Release for THE SPARE AFFAIR by Ella Frank & Brooke Blaine



THE SPARE AFFAIR

Ella Frank & Brooke Blaine

Release Date: September 29, 2026 

Meet Ella Frank:

Ella Frank is the USA Today Bestselling author of the Temptation series, including Try, Take,Trust, Tease, Tate, and True, and is the co-author of the fan-favorite PresLocke Series. Her Exquisite series has been praised as “scorching hot!” and “enticingly sexy!”

Some of her favorite authors include Tiffany Reisz, Kresley Cole, Riley Hart, J.R. Ward, Erika Wilde, Gena Showalter, and Carly Philips.

Connect with Ella Frank:

https://linktr.ee/ellafrank1

Meet Brooke Blaine:

Brooke Blaine is a USA Today Bestselling Author best known for writing romantic comedy and M/M romance. Her novels lead with humor and heart, but Brooke never shies away from throwing in something extra naughty that will scandalize her conservative Southern family for life (bless their hearts). She’s a choc-o-holic, lives for eighties bands (which means she thinks guyliner is totally underrated), believes it’s always wine o’clock, and lives with the coolest cat on the planet—her Ragdoll/Maine Coon mix, Jackson Agador Spartacus. 

Meet Brooke Blaine:

https://linktr.ee/brookeblaine1

Blurb:

Red, White & Royal Blue meets The Hating Game in this witty royal romance where two rival princes turn flirting into a competition—and accidentally fall in love.

Gabriel

Winning people over has always been my greatest talent. 

One smile, one joke, one perfectly timed wink, and I have them eating out of my hand. 

But I don’t think that’s going to work so well on Prince Alejandro of Solterra. The man my twin, King Nicholas Valemont, cast aside for his footman in his pursuit of true love. 

Alejandro is infuriatingly handsome, impossibly stubborn, and determined to turn every conversation into a competition. Every move feels suspiciously like a trap designed to make me—the other Valemont brother—suffer.

So naturally, I decide to make a game of it. 

No feelings. 

No jealousy. 

No falling in love. 

Simple.

At least…it was supposed to be.

Alejandro

I’ve already been the world’s biggest royal headline because of a Valemont once. I have no interest in becoming one again. 

Then Gabriel arrives—charming, relentless, impossible to ignore—and somehow turns every argument into flirtation and every competition into something dangerously fun. 

We agree on one rule above all else: no falling in love.

It should’ve been easy. 

Instead, every sharp word, every stolen kiss, every moment no one else is watching makes it harder to remember where the game ends…and where real feelings begin. 

Because the most dangerous thing about competing with Gabriel isn’t losing. 

It’s realizing I’d happily let him win.

Buy Link:

https://geni.us/TheSpareAffair

 

Available in KU