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The Rec League: Paranormal Detective Romances

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This Rec League request comes from Reader Karoline and it’s full of my catnip. I’m sure many members of the Bitchery feel the same way. Here’s Karoline’s email: I am looking for what I would basically call “detective paranormal” romances. I started reading this series by Diana Rowland that was all about demons, and the heroine was a police detective and she solved crimes, but with a paranormal element. Her love interest was another detective. … Continue reading The Rec League: Paranormal Detective Romances

The Rec League: Silver Foxes

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I’m 90% sure that this wasn’t a request so much as an idea brought about by the hero on the cover of Pretty Face by Lucy Parker, where I took it upon myself to schedule a Rec League for all those “silver fox” heroes. See also Paul Mason, the “fashion Santa,” who made headlines a couple Christmases ago. These romances don’t necessarily have to include age differences. All they need is a hero who doesn’t mind showing … Continue reading The Rec League: Silver Foxes

Whatcha Reading? April 2017 Edition

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It’s Whatcha Reading time! And that means it’s time to guard your book budget and gird your TBR pile, or else your cup shall runneth over with book recommendations! We hope you’ve been reading some really good books, but if not, this is definitely a safe space to do a little venting. Elyse: I’ve been in a pretty big reading slump, but I just finished All You Need is Love by Marie Force. It’s a … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? April 2017 Edition

The Rec League: Fish Out of Water Heroes

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Big thanks to Reader Shimonishi for sending in this Rec League request, with a particular twist on the “fish out of water” trope: I would love some help finding contemporary romances that are set in the U.S. but feature a non-American hero. I can’t figure how to search for these. There seems to be many romances with an American heroine in foreign countries. I really enjoyed : Kristan Higgins – The Perfect Match; and Christina Lauren … Continue reading The Rec League: Fish Out of Water Heroes

The Rec League: Neurodivergent Romance

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This Rec League request was spawned by a comment from Dread Pirate Rachel. Here’s the request: Is there a Rec League for romances with neurodivergent heroines? There aren’t many that I can think of. A Desperate Fortune, by Susanna Kearsley, comes to mind, as the contemporary storyline features a heroine with Asperger’s. It was nice to see the representation, but unfortunately I felt like all the conflict and tension of her plot was due to … Continue reading The Rec League: Neurodivergent Romance

Whatcha Reading? March 2017 Edition

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Whatcha Reading always seems to sneak up on us! You think your TBR is safe and then – BAM! – Whatcha Reading comes out! We all hope you’ve been enjoying some good books this month; definitely give us your recommendations in the comments. But if not, you’re always welcome to vent here about your latest frustrating read! And if you’re in a slump, fingers cross that something in this post or in the comments will … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? March 2017 Edition

The Rec League: Tall Heroines

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This Rec League request comes from Reader Kate, who is in search for heroines who aren’t always described as petite. Here’s her email: I’m 6’1″ tall and I often feel underrepresented by the tall ladies in romances, so I’m putting out a request for romances with very tall heroines. I’m also genuinely curious about the number of romances out there where the heroine is taller than the hero. I can only think of one which is … Continue reading The Rec League: Tall Heroines

Whatcha Reading? February 2017 Edition

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It’s February! And it’s also time for the post that often does some major damage to our TBR pile and our wallets. We hope all of you have been enjoying some good books. If you’re in a slump, though, maybe something in the comments will be able to pique your curiosity! And of course, tell us in the comments what you’ve been loving or hating this month. Carrie: The Burning World by Issac Marion Elyse: I’m … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? February 2017 Edition

The Rec League: Language Barriers

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It’s time for another Rec League! We have another request from a reader. Here’s what Reader LauraLou is looking for: I love, love, love stories where there is a language/communication barrier that is REAL and not magically poofed away! Here are a few I can think of where this theme has worked really well: Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale, Wild at Heart by Patricia Gaffney, The Last Hour of Gann by R. Lee … Continue reading The Rec League: Language Barriers

The Rec League: Transgender Romances

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NB: Welcome to Flashback Friday! Carrie reviewed Dreadnought, a superhero story with a transgender teen that was a bit disappointing. If you’re looking for more transgender characters, especially in romance, check out our previous Rec League! This post was originally published December 22, 2016. Last month, we had a Rec League with a focus on lesbian romances and there were some amazing recommendations. Hopefully, we can repeat that success with transgender romances! I recently did a post … Continue reading The Rec League: Transgender Romances

The Rec League: Single Moms Finding Love

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Ahoy, Bitchery! We have a very special request from Reader Leanne, who really want to put together a super thoughtful care package for a friend. Here’s her request: Background: I have this friend and colleague, let’s call her Mary, whom I really love and respect. Mary is about to turn 40. She’s a hardworking woman who has dedicated her life to her job. In this case, real life really imitates (some) romance fiction, because Mary … Continue reading The Rec League: Single Moms Finding Love

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