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The full cast is EVERYTHING!

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-27-25

Is this a healthy relationship? Not even a little bit. Did I care? Also no.
This is was an addicting read. There's so much in it that could be problematic but I couldn't look away. These two MMCs are both unhinged and equally possessive! But there were also scenes where they were so cute together and we also got really deep emotion at points where they were just completely raw and open with each other so I actually really liked the balance.
This book is dark AF like I said there are plenty of things in here that could be considered super problematic but its fiction and I'm not here for it to be real life so I was a fan. They are just murderous and horny and that's what I wanted so I enjoyed myself a ton while reading this. Just make sure you read the trigger warnings so you know what you are getting yourself into.
The audiobook is fantastic! The full cast of amazing narrators was such a good choice and made the reading experience so enjoyable! I hope Rina continues to do her audiobooks like this because it is everything!
I will say that this is the first MM book I've read that had feminization within a MM relationship. That was new for me and not something I want to continue with.

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Laura Pavlov is the Queen of small town romance!

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-25-25

Another great romance from Laura Pavlov, the queen of small-town romances! Lulu was such a fun heroine and I loved her so much. Her relationship with Rafe was cute and full of banter.
This fake dating romance was one of the best I've read in a while! I loved how Lulu and Rafe got off on the wrong foot but ended up needing each other's help. The nicknames were so fun. He calls her wildcat and I love that. She calls him lover boy and I love the way it started out as teasing but grew to be more affectionate.
One of my favorite things about any Laura Pavlov book is the family dynamics and this one had it in strides. I love the big family and how close the brothers all are. Lulu fit in so well. We get a few cameos from previous books including some Beefcake ones!
As usual, Laura picked amazing narrators for the audiobooks. It's done in duet narration by Sean Masters and Vanessa Edwin and they did a fabulous job bringing Lulu and Rafe to life. I'm very excited for the next book after the little sneak peek we get in the epilogue. Highly recommend this book!
4.5/5

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Absolutely amazing

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-06-25

One of my favorite books ever and the audiobook just makes it even better! Highly recommend!!

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This series has the best audiobooks!!

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-28-25

I am so in love with the Mate Games universe! I am obsessed with the way the Apocalypse series is playing out and this is only book one. I know and trust that Kim and Meg are going to make me fall in love with every character (I am already fully on my way).
THE AUDIOBOOK! Are you kidding? The way the audiobooks are done for this world are everything to me. Full cast of favorite narrators, sexy accents, what more could you want?
I am so excited for the next three books to come out the cliffhanger at the end of this one was crazy!

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Small town, workplace romance

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-14-25

Laura Pavlov is the queen of small-town romances! I love how Laura is able to create a cast of characters I immediately connect with! The group of Chadwick brothers were so lovable and I am already excited about the potential tropes I could see happening with this bunch. The undeniable chemistry between Easton and Henley builds into a strong relationship that is healing for both of them. While this wasn't my favorite from Laura I can see so much potential for the characters in this town and cannot wait for the next one. The little bit that was hinted at the end of this one left me so excited! I had a bit of a difficult time connecting to Easton and Henley but I loved the chemistry they felt towards one another. Their passion grows so much from the start of their working relationship to the end of the book.
The audiobook was very well done and I always love the narrators Laura chooses for her characters.

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Andi Ardnt and Lee Samuels Perfection!

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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 10-29-24

Laura knocked it out of the park with her first marriage of convenience! I have no idea how she can have five-star book after five-star book but this series is an absolute masterpiece.
Hayes and Savannah’s relationship was beautiful! They had a soulmate quality to them that I just adore with this series. They are each other’s perfect match and complements each other so well. I love how much happier and confident Hayes is when he is with Sav.
The found family in this series is truly the best thing ever! The group of guys is a true family and I love how the girls fit in.
I am so excited about the little hint we got for the first book in the Rosewood River series!
The audio for Finding Hayes was absolute perfection!! If you have the opportunity to listen I would highly recommend going with that option. The emotion portrayed through the audiobook makes the story that much more impactful and beautiful!

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Perfect in every way!

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 08-20-24

I loved this book so much Laura Pavlov can DO NO WRONG! This book was freaking adorable and beautiful. I could not put it down. Every time I read a Laura book I try to savor it but I get hooked and it’s over too quickly.

The audiobook was perfect. Narrated by two of my all-time favorites, Savannah Peachwood and Teddy Hamilton, completely knocked it out of the park! They bring the characters to life in the most magical way.

Emerson, Nash, and Beefcake were perfection. My heart was so full reading this. It lived up to everything I wanted it to be! Every moment of Beefcake was the best. He is the cutest kid to ever exist. Emerson, Nash, and Beefcake together are such an adorable family. The extended family of the Ride or Die guys and their girls just made me so happy. Laura's family vibes are one of the reasons she is my favorite author!

Tropes:
💚 Small Town
💚 Neighbors to Lovers
💚 Protective Hero
💚 Single Dad
💚The Cutest Kid Ever!
💚 HE. FALLS. FIRST.
💚 Dr. Heroine

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Fabulous Fantasy Romance

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 06-06-24

This is my kind of fantasy romance! I absolutely loved this. The narration was fabulous.

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Slow burn superhero romance

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 06-06-24

This book had a bit of a rough start for me. I was a bit bored and it was very odd but I kept going and I'm really glad that I did. I ended up being really interested and invested in the relationship between the hero and heroine and in the story. I have been a fan of Mariana Zapata for ages and I know her books are always long but this one really felt it. I think there are parts that could have been cut and kept the story the same. Overall not my favorite MZ book but no where near my least favorite either.

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Fun rom com!

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 06-06-24

This was such a fun book!
I loved Auggie he is such a sweetheart hero ❤️

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