Good Girls Read Smut

One thing that you can always count on as a reader is that there will always be more book releases to look forward to. Rain or shine they continue to come, and honestly my list of must-reads for the rest of the year is already growing faster than me or my TBR can keep up with. Let me begin by saying that I am so beyond excited for the titles on this list, as these are the ones I'm personally counting down the days for as we slowly make our way into the second half of 2026. From sports romances to moody, atmospheric reads for the fall season, these are the stories I can't wait to get my hands on. Hart's Landing by Melanie Harlow Ten years ago, Mila Ferguson left Hart's Landing under a cloud of secrets and a devastating fire. Now, a crisis has brought her back to the one place she never wanted to see again, and right into the path of her former crush Everett McKean. Everette is now the town's charming mayor, and he's not about to let Mila slip away a second time. ...

I am so excited to finally be able to share my thoughts on this one! I was incredibly lucky to receive an ARC from NetGalley and Berkley Publishing, so after enjoying Better Than the Movies  last summer, I couldn't wait to see what Lynn Painter had in store next. This story is a sports romance (which you should know by now is one of my favorite romance tropes), and follows the electric, as well as slightly chaotic connection between a football player and a dedicated super fan. But does this whirlwind romance actually get a touch down, or was it a total fumble? Let's get into it. Preorder First and Forever Here Synopsis After a disastrous (and very public) run-in with the team mascot, die-hard football fan Duffy Distefano accidentally becomes the internet's favorite bad guy. To save her reputation and the team's image, she does a live TV interview that quickly turns into a viral sparring match when the Coyotes star tight end, Connor Cunningham joins in. The public instan...

If there is one trope that I will never, ever get tired of, it's hands-down the Marriage of Convenience trope. There's just something about two people standing at an altar for literally every reason except love that makes for an amazing romance story. Whether it's for a business deal, a family inheritance, a green card, or a quick fix for a messy situation, you can guarantee I'll fly through those pages. Honestly? I don't think we see this trope nearly enough! We get plenty of 'Fake Dating' or 'Enemies to Lovers' romances every other day it feels like, yet there's a major shortage of books that begin with our characters saying "I do" before they've even kissed. This trope makes for such a different level of stakes and tension, easily making it one of my favorites. Since I'm always looking for that next marriage of convenience that turns into something real, I've put together a list of my top 10 marriage of convenience recs t...

It's always exciting to dive into a book by a new-to-me author, especially when they come as highly recommended as Monica Murphy. I've seen amazing things about her Lancaster Prep series, and so I decided to finally take the plunge with her newest release. If you know anything about my reading taste, then you know small-town romances are one of my favorites to read about. Throw in the single dad trope and a firefighter hero? I was sold on the plot before I even finished reading the synopsis.  Before we dive into the spicy (and sweet) details, I want to give a huge thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an Advanced Reader Copy in exchange for an honest review. Let's just say, the sparks were definitely flying.  Pre Order When Sparks Fly Here Synopsis After a humiliating, and very public breakup, heiress Rachel Henderson retreats to her family's lake house for the summer. But her quiet escape literally goes up in flames when a candle mishap sets th...

With February finally here and the month of love upon us, it felt like the perfect time to dive into a brand new romance - and who better to set the mood than the queen of romantic comedies, Tessa Bailey. I had been counting down the days for Catch Her If You Can  ever since I turned those final pages of Pitcher Perfect a few months ago, so of course I made sure to get my hands on a copy on release day. This story follows Madden and Eve, and I was excited to see how their friends-to-lovers angst played out, while also tackling some harder hitting issues. I had been curious to see how their dynamic would shift in this one after only seeing snippets of their interactions in the last book, which only made me more eager to see if their chemistry lived up to the hype. Here are my thoughts on Catch Her If You Can. Get Catch Her If You Can by Clicking Here Synopsis Madden Donahue is the Yankees newest catcher, and has been in love with Eve Mitchell since high school. When Eve is suddenly ...

There is something so incredibly comforting about curling up with a warm drink and spending some time documenting your latest read. For me, book journaling has become one of my favorite cozy hobbies, allowing me to tune out all the noise and instead just focus on the stories I love. I'll be the first to admit that I completely neglected my 2025 reading journal for months, but getting back into the habit in 2026 has been a serious breath of fresh air. The best part? There is absolutely no "right" or "wrong" way to book journal. Whether you are into elaborate, artistic spreads, or just want a functional place to jot down all your thoughts, there are so many formats and styles to explore. Journaling is about reflecting and connecting to your books, however you choose to do so is entirely up to you. If you're ready to start documenting your own reading journey, here is everything you need to know to get started. Choose Your Medium: Finding Your Creative Flow The...

I received Willing Prey by Allie Oleander in a recent subscription box, and I have to admit, I didn't think it would be my cup of tea. The trope set up - a primal, high stakes hunter/prey dynamic seemed a little out there for me, and definitely pushed the boundaries of my usual spicy romance reads. But sometimes, the books you least expect are the ones that absolutely floor you. This book exceeded my expectations, and delivered one of the most unexpected spicy reads of the entire year. The question remains though: Did I survive the hunt? Let's get into the full spoiler-free review. Get the Book Here! Synopsis Newly divorced and deep in student loan debt, Claire Collins agrees to a high-stakes $30,000 agreement to become corporate lawyer Shane Underwood's private prey in a primal hunt. She sees it as a simple summer arrangement, but once they cross the tree line, Shane transforms into a feral stranger. Claire quickly discovers she can be just as wild, and the line between hu...