Taming Chaos

Sitting outside my local children’s disability service clinic and just watching parents walk in. I can’t say one didn’t look tired and worn. Made me reflect on my own demeanor.

What’s it say about the state of American parenthood and healthcare that parents are just blown non stop?

Unsouled by Will Wight is first book in the Cradle series I started reading in September. Since I didn’t really have a variety I figured instead of picking my favorite I’d just pick the start of the journey.

Fantasy with great world building.

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"Silicon Valley is not about innovation anymore, Silicon Valley is about fascism now, until further notice" @gilduran.com

spot on

You should have to pass the new naturalization test to be President.

Always follow the money.

This. I think progressives are just as capable of wanting to let our inner demons out. We just know it’s not constructive to anyone. Especially ourselves.

Five Dares by Eli Easton is the book I enjoyed most of those I read in August.

Best friends to lovers trope can be fun. This was unique and light hearted. Jake and Andy are smile worthy.

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I thought Groks comments on Elon were humorous when I was probing it over loyalty tests in the current administration.

Shh. Don’t tell Elon or I’m sure Grok will be sent to re-education again.

You & Me - Tal Bauer is the book I enjoyed most of those I read in July.

The premise interested me. Widowed dad discovers something new about himself. Spice wasn’t too heavy. I think Tal delivered and I’ll be interested to check out what else they have done.

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Swan Song - Robert R McCammon: Finished

The End of the World just how I like it.

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Without downloading any new pictures where are you at mentally

The Signal - Eric Buchman : Finished

Interesting sci fi short. Felt like a radio play but more a character study than real plot mover.

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I’m Not Your Pet! - Fae Quin: Finished

Tentacular Alien M/M. Spicier than I like but very interesting alien species.

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You’re Not My King! - Eryn Hawk: Finished

Spicy Alien MM. Not perfect but almost. Definitely worth a read if it hits your yum.

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The Revenge Game - Jax Calder: Finished

Fun, though unlikely romance. Who doesn’t want to catch a young tech mogul?

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Lucky Bounce - Cait Nary: Finished

This had a ton of good reviews. Unfortunately I read them and not the bad. In serious need of editing. Unlikable MC. Just not good. Pass.

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Like You’ve Nothing Left to Prove- E. L. Massey: Finished

This continuation is fluffy and sweet but honestly I’m not certain of the point. I don’t feel like there was a lot of growth of the MCs. It’s not a bad read if you love Alex and Eli though.

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Like Real People Do - E. L. Massey: Finished

Massey puts together the only Hockey themed MM romance I’ve been able to really enjoy. Great characters and fun story.

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Honeymoon for One - Keira Andrews: Finished

Andrew continues to be one of my favorite mm authors. Ethan and Clay are sweet in this low stakes, cozy read.

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Saved by a Barbarian - Amy Padilla: Finished

Barbarian m|m romance. I really like Padilla’s Spice levels and her stories always leave a warm feeling. Similar formula as the original but different enough. Hope for more.

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Cowboy Seeks Husband - Leta Blake & Indra Vaughn: Finished

Interesting story but not what I expected. Title feels off. Spice is weak but otherwise fun.

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The Broposal - Sonora Reyes: Finished

Unfortunately this work just hit wrong. There are good parts. But the bad parts were just SO bad.

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Swordcrossed - Freya Marske: Finished

Marske had an interesting story in an underdeveloped fantasy world. The spice felt a bit unrealistic but overall I enjoyed the main characters.

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The Station - Keira Andrews: Finished

This was a milder one for Andrews but still enjoyable. An Australian penal colony romance with a bit of spice.

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For the Fans - Nyla K: Finished

Nyla K has a way with spicy scenes. Interesting and fun premise if a bit drawn out.

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The God Box - Alex Sanchez: Finished

Sanchez did something special with this. Ripped my experience from my life and revealed things I’d wished I’d known a lot sooner in my life.

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The One - John Marrs: Finished

Interesting concept. Makes you wonder what that sort of surety might bring.

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American Love Songs - Ashlyn Kane: Finished

This had so much potential. Smothered in interactions that felt forced and implausible. So much potential wasted.

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How to Save Your Human Invader - Arden Fox: Finished

Who would have thought Alien/Human smut would be my thing. Well, this was a good addition to the series.

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Otherland: City of Golden Shadow - Tad Williams: Finished

Long and confusing in so many parts. It really only started to pick up after the first half. Not sure about continuing the series.

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