When He Was Wicked: Bridgerton (Bridgertons, 6) by Julia Quinn

 

Kindle Edition

Here is the 6th installment of the Bridgerton series by Julia Quinn. This is the story of Francesca. I started this Kindle book on January 27 and finished it on January 31. Of course, another quick read.

Following the formula that isn't broken, we follow Francesca through her love story or stories... There are many scandalous moments in the book, but that's what makes them so fun to read! I don't want to drop any spoilers so won't say more.

If you like this book series, I'll predict that you will like this one too.

 Post written on May 7. Publication date reflects date I finished the book.

To Sir Phillip, With Love: Bridgerton (Bridgertons, 5) by Julia Quinn

 

Kindle Edition

Welcome to Eloise Bridgerton's story! I started the Kindle book on January 24 and finished it on January 27. A super quick read.

After watching the 2 seasons of Bridgerton that are available on Netflix and seeing how the show portrays Eloise as interested in a printer, I was very curious to see how this book would unfold. Was her interested in the printer true to the book or was it a liberty that the show creators took?

Well...... If you don't want a spoiler on that question - stop reading now.

If you don't mind... keep reading.

So, the short answer is... the printer is a creative liberty. Interestingly, how Eloise comes to be with the person she ends up with does align with some aspects of characters in the Netflix series but in a slightly different way. Eloise is a snarky person in the series and in the book. She sort of does what she wants, consequences are inconsequential. I like that about her. She just goes for it if it fancies her.

I did like this story and how Eloise took control of her future. A good and satisfying (and quick) read in the Bridgerton saga.

 Post written on May 7. Publication date reflects date I finished the book.

Romancing Mister Bridgerton: (Bridgertons, 4) by Julia Quinn

 

Kindle Edition

I'm on a roll with the Bridgertons. Maybe I'm slightly obsessed? I started on January 17 and finished on January 24.

This is Colin's story, and spoiler alert (not my fault), this is also Penelope's story. We all knew it was coming, especially if you watched the Netflix series.

All I can say is, FINALLY! I like this match. I like the story. I like the "underdog" getting her due. Penelope was persistent and focused on what she wanted and I'm so glad she got it.

 Post written on May 7. Publication date reflects date I finished the book.

The Right Swipe: A Novel by Alisha Rai

Kindle Edition

I don't remember how I came to know about this book. It was either a Real Simple recommendation or a random selection from the "available now" list on the Overdrive library app. 

I started reading this one on January 9 and finished on January 17.

This book follows Rhiannon Hunter, founder of a dating app, which she occasionally uses too (for... hooking up!). She meets someone for a hookup and then... can't forget about him.

Add in some business drama, some dating drama, some family drama and, poof!, that's this book. At first I wasn't that into it, but it grew on me and at the end, I did really like it. It's not going to win a Pulitzer or anything, but it was a fun and entertaining read. Especially as my journey to meet my husband involved a variety of online dating apps. Hey - miracles can happen!

The preview for the next book in this series (I didn't know it was a series when I started it) seemed interesting. I haven't added it into my queue. Yet...

 Post written on May 7. Publication date reflects date I finished the book.

Tough: My Journey to True Power by Terry Crews

Kindle Edition

I started this Kindle book on January 1, 2023 and finished it on January 7. The Husband asked me to read this book. Many aspects of it resonated with him and he thought this would give me some insights.

I can say that I mostly enjoyed this book. I like Terry Crews and some of the acting roles he's taken, especially on Brooklyn 99. So funny! He seems like a cool dude. And, after reading this book, I learned more about Terry the person and his journey to get where he is today.

Terry Crews has been through some shit. More shit than most people. From childhood through adulthood, he's overcome so many obstacles, both from other people and from himself.

Overall, I enjoyed this book. It's amazing that he was able to overcome so much adversity. So much. However, I felt that the book got a little preachy and repetitive at times. If you can overlook that, the message of the book is good. And you'll learn a lot more about Terry Crews. He also may teach you a thing or two that will help you in your life. 

 Post written on May 7. Publication date reflects date I finished the book.