Greetings and salutations! Welcome, or welcome back, to the Kissing Books newsletter. I’m PN Hinton, here to give you the rundown on the world of romance, including new releases, recommendations, and other entertaining ways to pass your time.
There are just seven more days left in October y’all. I won’t lie; I’m super sad about that. I’m sure we can all agree that November starts the onslaught of holiday stress and oversaturation, and I’m not remotely close to the mood needed for that. That said, I have a semi-game plan ready, so maybe this year will be less stressful than the past.
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Bookish Goods
Trope Tarot Cards by Dizzyhazel
Okay, so I know that currently, the stock of these items are low. But I couldn’t not share something Tarot related this month. And these are just gorgeous! There are 20 options to choose from with prices starting at $5, or you can get the whole set for $38.
New Releases
Tempted by the Bollywood Star by Sophia Singh Sasson
Years ago, Bollywood starlet Saira had a passionate affair with producer Mia. But she ended the fling to protect her public image. Years later, the fates conspire to reunite them when Saira moves to Hollywood, and Mia ends up being a producer on her new show. The attraction is still there, but so is the heartbreak, which threatens the future of the show. Will they be able to move past the past for a successful future together, both on and behind the scenes?
Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date by Ashley Herring Blake
Stevie needs a fake girlfriend to act as a shield while performing in her ex’s queer retelling of Much Ado About Nothing. Iris needs help in the romance department to help write her second novel. Despite a disastrous attempt at a one-night stand, the two decide that they can help each other out with their respective issues. However, as the weeks pass, the line between fake and real soon becomes blurry, leaving them to wonder if they have a chance at a real relationship. I devoured this book and highly recommend it!
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Riot Recommendations
Last time, I recommended some paranormal anthologies, and this week, I am going in the complete opposite direction by recommending the first book in long-standing paranormal romance series. Because, as enjoyable as snack-bite stories are, sometimes you want to be in it for the long haul.
Shadow Blade by Seressia Glass
By day, Kira is an antiquities specialist who specializes in defusing magical objects. At night, though, she is a Shadowchaser, a supernatural bounty hunter. Both vocations leave her unable to touch other living creatures or risk draining them.
When Khefar’s dagger comes across her desk, it brings the centuries-old warrior into her life, and soon a tense attraction develops. However, it also brings some sinister eyes, and they must work together to avoid meeting an untimely end.
Angels’ Blood by Nalini Singh
When vampire hunter Elena is hired by Archangel Raphael, she’s surprised to discover that her target isn’t a vampire but a rogue archangel.
Another added, and unexpected danger to this job is the draw she feels towards her client. There are many reasons why she shouldn’t succumb to the attraction between them, but as they spend more time together, those become easier to ignore.
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And that’s all I have for you on this fine Monday morning. I’ll be back in your inboxes on Thursday with another romance round-up. In the meantime, you can still find me over on the app once known as Twitter under @PScribe801. Until then happy reading and stay hydrated!