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Repost Review: ‘The Hunger Games’ by Suzanne Collins

(ReRead 2026) I thought it was time to reread The Hunger Games. I first read this book in 2012 and have been meaning to finish the trilogy and read the prequels for a while. I’m making time this year, especially since another movie is coming out. I prefer reading the books before watching the movies because adaptations often leave out or change a lot from the books.

After reading this book a second time and refreshing myself with the story, I can’t wait to read the second book very soon. My original rating of five stars and review of The Hunger Games still stand from 2012.

FranJesscaAugust 9, 2026August 9, 2026

Review: ‘Painted Scars’ by Neva Altaj

FranJesscaJuly 29, 2026July 28, 2026

Review: ‘Cookbooks and Demons’ by Megan Mackie

FranJesscaJuly 27, 2026July 26, 2026

Review: ‘The Simple Wild’ by K.A. Tucker

Have you ever read a book that constantly changes your emotions while you read it? Well, that’s exactly what The Simple Wild did to me. I can’t believe it took me this long to read it, and thanks to the Romanceopoly Challenge, I made time for it and found a new author whose books I now need to read, especially if they are anything like this one. I knew from the synopsis and the prologue that this book was going to take a toll on me. I wasn’t expecting it to rip my heart out, though.

FranJesscaJuly 16, 2026July 16, 2026

Review: ‘Her Perfect Mate’ by Paige Tyler

I can’t believe it took me this long to pick up the first book in Paige Tyler’s X-Ops series, Her Perfect Mate. After I finished reading it, I definitely need to read the rest of the books in this series, especially if each book is just as action-packed, full of mystery and drama, and includes kickbutt characters, such as the ones in this book. I should have known this book would be, though, since I’ve read other books from Paige Tyler.

FranJesscaJuly 9, 2026July 9, 2026

Review: ‘Royal Elite Epilogue’ by Rina Kent

FranJesscaJuly 7, 2026July 5, 2026

Review: ‘Taking First’ by M.J. Fields

FranJesscaJune 10, 2026June 10, 2026

Review: ‘Big Stick’ by R.C. Stephens

FranJesscaMay 31, 2026May 30, 2026

Review: ‘Seeking Vengeance’ by Eden Summers

FranJesscaMay 27, 2026May 24, 2026

Review: ‘Delicate Escape’ by Catherine Cowles

Delicate Escape is the second book in Catherine Cowles’s Sparrow Falls series. I’m officially a fan of Catherine Cowles after only two books, this one and the first book, because both immediately pulled me in. Her emotionally driven storylines and irresistible characters make her writing and stories riveting.

FranJesscaMay 18, 2026May 18, 2026

Repost Review: ‘The Deal’ by Elle Kennedy

Re-read May 2026 before watching the TV adaptation. I still love Garrett and Hannah’s story. My original review remains the same below. I will forever love Garrett and Hannah’s fake dating storyline, which will always be one of my favorite tropes, even if it’s predictable.

FranJesscaMay 16, 2026May 16, 2026

Review: ‘Fourth Wing’ by Rebecca Yarros

Okay, I finally understand the Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros hype. After finishing this book, I struggled to return to reality, especially after its intense ending. I’ve had this book on my shelf since its release, beckoning me each time I walked past, and I finally made time thanks to the Romanceopoly Challenge hosted by Under the Covers Book Blog. Now, it’s my goal to catch up with the series.

FranJesscaApril 27, 2026April 27, 2026

Review: ‘Rise of a Queen’ by Rina Kent

Rise of a Queen concludes Jonathan and Aurora’s story, picking up where Reign of a King left off. Since starting Rina Kent’s books, I’ve noticed her skill in writing antiheroes, the MMCs you hate to love because they’re walking red flags. (Let me first say, in real life, I wouldn’t tolerate men with red flags. I only tolerate them in fictional books.) Once you learn their backgrounds and see how protective they are, you can’t help but fall for them. This is Jonathan’s case. I understood him much better in Kingdom Duet, even though I didn’t like him at first in Royal Elite.

FranJesscaApril 19, 2026April 19, 2026

DNF Review: ‘The Perfect Game’ by J. Sterling

FranJesscaApril 11, 2026April 8, 2026

Review: ‘Our Italian Summer’ by Jennifer Probst

Our Italian Summer is the first book in Jennifer Probst’s Meet Me in Italy series. I wanted something different to read and knew this Women’s Fiction novel would be enjoyable. I enjoy Romance, but lately I wanted a change. This book has romantic subplots, but they are not the main focus. I wanted something that would evoke many emotions and relate to me. This book truly hit me in the feels, especially as a mother of two daughters, one adult and one teenager, who’s been keeping me on my toes. I related to these characters and understood their frustrations and happy moments through their POVs.

FranJesscaApril 4, 2026April 5, 2026

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