February 2026 Reading Wrap-Up and My Cozy Slump Reset
My February 2026 reading wrap-up: 13 books, ratings, mini thoughts on each, top 3 favorites, and the one that seriously let me down. Plus a cozy reset.
Crown of War and Shadow by J.R. Ward: A New Romantasy Era?
My spoiler free Crown of War and Shadow review: slow burn romantasy, heroine glow-up, broody mercenary, and why BDB fans should pay attention.
The Flame and the Flower by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss: Discussion and Book Review
Reading The Flame and the Flower by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss in 2026: chapter-by-chapter podcast episodes, reading notes, content warnings, and final review.
Kiss and Cry by Keira Andrews Review: Spicy Grumpy/Sunshine on Ice
Are you craving a spicy enemies to lovers romance with Olympic sports and grumpy/sunshine vibes? Kiss and Cry by Keira Andrews brings figure skating, soft-hearted characters, and a smooth, bingeable love story that’s perfect if you’re in a Winter Olympics sports romance mood.
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A Bargain So Bloody Review: The Dark Fantasy Romance That Took Us by Surprise
Is he her only hope or her worst mistake? A Bargain So Bloody by Vasilisa Drake is a slow-burn romantasy where a witch must trust a dangerous vampire to escape a magical prison.
Maneater by Morgan Elizabeth Is Giving Charlie’s Angels, but Make It Spicy
What happens when a seductive PI and a grumpy resort exec clash in paradise? Maneater by Morgan Elizabeth blends spice, suspense, and enemies-to-lovers tension in all the best ways.
Is Lover Forbidden by J.R. Ward Worth It? My Honest Take
She’s a vampire legacy influencer. He’s hiding world-ending secrets. Here’s what Lover Forbidden by J.R. Ward gets right, and very wrong.
He Sees You When You’re Sleeping by Alta Hensley Is a Kinky Hallmark Movie
What happens when your stalker, your sexy online fan, and your new boyfriend are the same man? He Sees You When You’re Sleeping by Alta Hensley is a dark, kinky, slow-burn Christmas romance with a strangely sweet edge.
Sense and Suitability by Pepper Basham Is Utterly Charming
A no-spice, sweet Regency romance filled with wit, warmth, and second chances, Sense and Suitability by Pepper Basham is a tender comfort read you’ll want to linger in.
Rage by Nia Myst Is Dark, Sexy, and So Empowering
Dark, steamy, and empowering, Rage by Nia Myst is a vigilante billionaire romance that blends female rage, found family, and off-the-charts chemistry in the first Wildcats book.
