March Reading Wrap Up | 12 Books, 47.5 Stars ✨✨ @whathelenreads

What Helen Reads I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for March where I review 12 books and dish out 47.5 stars. I found one new 5 star read, and another that came really close! Watch now to find out which books were zero and which were hero!

Books mentioned:
~ Beautifully Brutal by Dani Rene
~ Wild Side by Elsie Silver
~ Resurrection by Siobhan Davis
~ Dark Needs at Night's Edge by Kresley Cole
~ Unveiled by Jane Henry
~ Dance of Deception by Jagger Cole
~ Save Your Breath by Kandi Steiner
~ Whispers of the Deep by Emma Hamm
~ Fierce Pursuit by Zoe Blake
~ Kiss The Villain by Rina Kent
~ Dark Desires After Dusk by Kresley Cole
~ Blood of My Monster by Rina Kent

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March Reading Wrap Up | 12 Books, 47.5 Stars ✨✨

What Helen Reads 2025-04-07 | I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for March where I review 12 books and dish out 47.5 stars. I found one new 5 star read, and another that came really close! Watch now to find out which books were zero and which were hero!

Books mentioned:
~ Beautifully Brutal by Dani Rene
~ Wild Side by Elsie Silver
~ Resurrection by Siobhan Davis
~ Dark Needs at Night's Edge by Kresley Cole
~ Unveiled by Jane Henry
~ Dance of Deception by Jagger Cole
~ Save Your Breath by Kandi Steiner
~ Whispers of the Deep by Emma Hamm
~ Fierce Pursuit by Zoe Blake
~ Kiss The Villain by Rina Kent
~ Dark Desires After Dusk by Kresley Cole
~ Blood of My Monster by Rina Kent

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Once Upon A Time | Romance Book Recs Featuring Fairytale Retellings

What Helen Reads 2025-10-02 | Today, I'm sharing 12 romance book recommendations that are fairytale retellings or popular story retellings. So if you love a good Rapunzel retelling or want something darker like the Labyrinth, I've got you covered.

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Timestamps and Romance Books Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
00:56 Tower by Claire Kent
05:39 Fear Me, Love Me by Lilith Vincent
08:10 Be With Me by Gabrielle Sands
11:37 His Juliet by Emilia Rossi
14:24 Sacrifice the Sea by Anna Fury and Amy Pennza
17:41 Sold to the Enemy by Aria R Blue
19:19 Hound by Measha Stone
21:08 The Beast Takes a Bride by Julie Ann Long
24:51 Beautiful Beast by Neva Altaj
27:17 Entreat Me by Grace Draven
29:57 Yours Until Dawn by Teresa Medeiros
31:32 Thorn In His Side by Helen Juliet
33:27 Wrap Up
34:10 Bloopers

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My October TBR *PLUS* What Im Reading for 👻 #TrickorTreatathon 👻

What Helen Reads 2025-09-29 | Watch as I build my romance TBR for October. This month I've got ten books on my must read list which includes some picks from the jar, as well as new releases and how I'm filling my Bingo Board for the Trick or Treatathon taking place throughout the month of October.

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Timestamps and Romance Books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
02:22 Torment by Dylan Page
04:14 Unconditional by Q B Tyler
05:36 The Grown Up by Gillian Flynn
08:18 Waltzing with Witches by Hazel Mack
11:01 Shadow's Seduction by Kresley Cole
13:14 Wicked Abyss by Kresley Cole
14:40 Dance of Defiance by Jagger Cole
16:01 Chained Fate by Anna Zaires
17:54 Trick or Treatathon
22:56 Spicy Little Curses by J T Geissinger
23:59 Escorted by Claire Kent
25:00 Wrap Up
26:44 Bloopers

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Unfinished but Unforgettable | Romance Series I’m Still Reading

What Helen Reads 2025-09-22 | A few week's ago I shared a video about completed romance series that I've finished and can wholeheartedly recommend to you. Today, I'm sharing the romance series I've started but have not yet finished, but really want to! Let me know, in the comments down below, if you've read these and which book in the series was your favourite!

👉🏻Missed my video about the series that you're safe to binge? Watch it here: youtu.be/ItjAoq5R33E

Timestamps and Romance Series Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
00:47 Devil's Night by Penelope Douglas
03:35 Filthy Rich Americans by Nikki Sloane
05:54 Haven Ever After by Hazel Mack
08:41 Twisted by Ana Huang
10:10 Kindled by Claire Kent
12:46 King by T M Frazier
15:53 Deliver by Pam Godwin
17:49 Chestnut Springs by Elsie Silver
20:22 The Four Horsemen by Laura Thalassa
22:31 Checkmate by Emilia Finn
26:22 Wrap Up
26:47 Bloopers

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15 New Romance Releases Ranked | Should you add these to your TBR?

What Helen Reads 2025-09-18 | Between January and August 2025, I read 15 new releases (excluding Mafia Romance) so I thought it was a good time to wrap them into one ranking video so you can decide if you want to add these new romance reads to your TBR!

👉🏻Want more romance recommendation videos? Watch here:
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Timestamps and Romance Books Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:09 Hunter's Moon by Poppy Aster
03:27 A Code of Knights and Deception by Eliza Hampstead
05:18 Beg for Me by J T Geissinger
07:25 Kiss the Villain by Rina Kent
09:00 Mountain Boss by S J Tilly
10:50 To The Chase by Julia Wolf
12:39 Save Your Breath by Kandi Steiner
14:47 Unloved by Peyton Corinne
16:26 Protected by Claire Kent
18:35 By The Letter by Julia Wolf
20:58 Mountain Daddy by S J Tilly
23:10 Tell Me You Love Me by Emilia Finn
26:13 Hunger In His Blood by Zoey Draven
29:14 Wild Side by Elsie Silver
31:46 Born for Lace by Nicci Harris
35:07 Wrap Up
35:28 Bloopers

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My Favourite Things About Romance | #RomanceGoals Book Tag

What Helen Reads 2025-09-15 | This week I've got another BookTube Tag video for you, featuring 14 questions that highlight all my favourite things about romance books. Thanks to Jenn for tagging me in this video and to Diana for creating the Tag in the first place. A link to their videos is below.

📽️ Check out my last Tag video here: youtu.be/Tje6Qn3l77Q

Timestamps and questions:
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Which romance trope will most likely lead to your perfect romance?
04:23 What do you look forward to in a romance book that will make it a memorable one for you?
05:38 Which romance with acts of service is your favorite?
08:31 Name a favourite heroine/hero in a romance who has character traits or did something specific that made you believe she/he is the perfect match for their love interest?
11:12 Name a romance with relationship goals not only between the hero/heroine (could be a side romance, friendship or familial relationship goals)
12:33 Name your favourite romance(s) with a memorable romantic gesture
14:10 Which couple do you know is in it for the long haul
18:02 Name a book with a couple that has been together for a long time and is still working on a forever kind of HEA
20:28 Name a romance with stellar communication between the couple
25:13 Which romance has great intimate scenes that contribute to the growth of the couple?
27:57 Name a romance with pining, can be mutual/ or one sided
33:02 Which romance left you feeling a delicious tension and/or longing between characters?
34:58 Name a romance in which either one protagonist or both together work on themselves or their relationship through therapy.
36:03 Which romance has the most satisfying HEA for you as a reader.
40:02 Wrap Up

Videos Mentioned:
📽️My Favorite things about ROMANCE | #RomanceGoals Book Tag - youtube.com/watch?v=pgZOFKk2RM0&t=1641s
📽️Relationship Goals Book Tag || Original Tag - youtube.com/watch?v=aRhdcpukVYA

I'm tagging:
@kyanisbooked
@avasromancebooks

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Ranking Augusts Romance Reads | Bones, Lies & Beating Hearts

What Helen Reads 2025-09-08 | It's time to round-up another reading month! In August I read 12 books and in this video, I rank them in order from my least favourite to my only new five star read! But don't let the rankings fool you, I didn't have anything less than four stars this month so everything I talk about is safe for you to add to your TBR!

👉🏻Missed my July Wrap Up? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=yWuGmaDRkLQ&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa&index=48

Timestamps and romance books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 Blame It On The Pain by Ashley Jade
06:22 MacRieve by Kresley Cole
09:39 Scattered Bones by Nicole Scarano
13:45 Unholy Union by Lana Sinclair
17:27 To The Chase by Julia Wolf
19:58 Pay For Your Lies by Khai Hara
23:43 Precious Hazard by Neva Altaj
26:31 Mountain Daddy by S J Tilly
29:07 Shadow's Claim by Kresley Cole
31:34 Still Beating by Jennifer Hartmann
35:42 Dom by S J Tilly
39:21 Bad Intentions by Mila Kane
42:31 Wrap Up
43:05 Bloopers

Other videos mentioned:
📽️ LIVE SHOW: Immortals After Dark Readalong, Shadows Claim & MacRieve - youtube.com/live/3-6-IGR7zaY?si=3O2tBrS9Qd3_TFgD

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These Romance Series Are Safe To Binge | Completed Romance Series I Recommend

What Helen Reads 2025-09-04 | Want to binge a romance series? Scared you'll start, only to find the series isn't complete yet? I've got your back! Today, I'm recommending nine romance series that are fully complete and absolutely bingeable. Enjoy!

👉🏻Want to know which completed mafia series I recommend? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=UVCfDFprHak&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY7MQmt7TlNXNK36o_HJsRBo&index=32

Timestamps and Romance Series Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:34 Rollin On Series by Emilia Finn
06:24 Legacy of Gods Series by Rina Kent
10:42 The Alpha Compound Series by Anna Fury
15:30 Vancouver Wolves Hockey Series by Odette Stone
19:25 Savage U Series by Julia Wolf
22:26 Morally Gray Series by J T Geissinger
26:09 Washington Wolves by Karla Sorensen
29:02 Salacious Players Club by Sara Cate
34:56 The Fight Club by Becca Jameson
38:28 Wrap Up
39:26 Bloopers

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Theyre Complete, But Im Not! | Mafia Romance Series I Need To Finish!

What Helen Reads 2025-09-01 | This video is dedicated to my Mafia Romance TBR list. It contains the Mafia Romance Series that are complete and waiting for me to finish, and I have no excuse not to tick these off my list!

👁️Want to see more mafia romance recs? Check out my Mafia Romance Monday playlist here: youtube.com/watch?v=VmdnN3wzRq8&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY7MQmt7TlNXNK36o_HJsRBo&index=24

Timestamps and series mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
00:21 Morelli Family by Sam Mariano
02: 09 Frost Industries by Montana Fyre
03:55 Unlawful Men by Jodi Ellen Malpas
05:35 Kids of the District by Nicci Harris
07:18 Made by Danielle Lori
08:50 Chicago Bratva by Renee Rose
12:06 The Seven Deadly Synacores by Aidee Jaimes
14:11 Chicago Ruthless by Sadie Kincaid
15:13 Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles by Cora Reilly
17:12 Camorra Chronicles by Cora Reilly
21:50 Wrap Up
22:22 Bloopers

Videos mentioned:
Mafia Romance Recs | Bingeable Series I'm Obsessed With - youtu.be/UVCfDFprHak

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My September TBR | Four Surprises and Five Planned Romance Reads

What Helen Reads 2025-08-25 | Watch as I build my romance TBR for September. Once again, I've narrowed it down to nine must read books, but also have two honourary mentions.

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Timestamps and Romance Books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
02:51 The Darkest Corner of the Heart by Lisina Coney
05:10 Paved In Blood by Sonja Grey
08:34 The Devil and The Deep Blue Sea by Elizabeth O'Roarke
11:17 Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold by Ellen O'Connell
14:05 Dark Skye by Kresley Cole
16:16 Sweet Ruin by Kresley Cole
17:37 Wild Card by Elsie Silver
19:03 Beautiful Torment by A Zavarelli
20:15 Squatch Out by Deysi O'Donal
21:23 Alchemised by SenLinYu
23:27 Bitter Burn by Sierra Simone
24:19 Wrap Up
24:59 Bloopers

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Romance Book Recs Featuring Secret or Surprise Babies!

What Helen Reads 2025-08-21 | Today, I'm sharing nine romance book recommendations that contain the secret or surprise baby trope. From one night stands to fated mates, they all have one thing in common, nine months from now there's going to be a baby!

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Timestamps and Romance Books Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
00:14 Reckless by Elsie Silver
03:36 Hitting The Wall by Cate C Wells
06:49 The Director by Renee Rose
09:17 Darkest Sins by Neva Altaj
11:51 Twisted Pride by Cora Reilly
16:17 Cosa Nostra by Nicci Harris
18:20 The Goal by Elle Kennedy
19:55 By The Letter by Julia Wolf
23:12 Hunger In His Blood by Zoey Draven
26:48 Wrap Up
27:20 Bloopers

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🐕Animal Attraction🐉 | Romance Book Recs Featuring Animals!

What Helen Reads 2025-08-18 | Today, I'm sharing nine (plus a last minute entry) romance book recommendations that feature pets or animals that play a vital role in the story. From cats and dogs to bears and eagles, I've got you covered. I even squeezed in a dragon for fantastical flair!

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Timestamps and Romance Books Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Ruthless Creatures by J T Geissinger
04:08 Off To The Races by Elsie Silver
05:56 Born for Silk by Nicci Harris
09:08 The Horde King of Shadow by Zoey Draven
13:03 Mountain Boss by S J Tilly
16:03 Mountain Daddy by S J Tilly
19:29 Wild Eyes by Elsie Silver
22:42 Playing for Keeps by Emilia Finn
25:28 Brutal Ambition by Sam Mariano
28:18 Lights Out by Navessa Allen
31:19 By The Letter by Julia Wolf
35:15 Wrap Up
35:55 Bloopers

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Ranking Julys Romance Reads | Did It Leave Me Ruined?

What Helen Reads 2025-08-11 | I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for July where I review 15 books and dish out a whopping 60 stars! Once again, I've ranked my reading experience for you, starting from my least favourite and finishing on my only five star read!

👉🏻Missed my June Wrap Up? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=U8UEQbndtjE&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa&index=45

Timestamps and romance books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Lumberjack by Jenika Snow
03:32 Death's Favor by Jill Ramsower
07:13 Restore Me by J L Seegers
09:44 Rebellion, Reign and Revere by Siobhan Davis
14:41 Shattered Obsession by Tina Spencer
18:55 Silent Vows by Jill Ramsower
22:15 Endless by Devyn Sinclair
25:35 Born of Ice by Daisy Thorn
31:07 Beg For Me by J T Geissinger
33:16 Captive Prize by Zoe Blake
36:11 The Kingpin's Call Girl by Annika Martin
40:30 Dance of Devils by Jagger Cole
44:54 Sea of Ruin by Pam Godwin
52:06 Wrap Up
52:29 Bloopers

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🏷️Get to Know My Reading Taste | 🏆Hitting 1,000 Subscribers | ⏭️Whats Next?

What Helen Reads 2025-08-07 | After 18 months on YouTube I finally hit 1,000 subscribers, reached 4,000 watch hours and switched on monetization. Hear about my journey to get to this point and what's next for my channel. I also answer some of your questions including some 'get to know my reading taste' tag questions too.

👉🏻Join me on my BookTube journey and go back to the beginning here: youtube.com/watch?v=6_KF7DOdFZ8&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY5_56oOzjqKD6uLG7m2aGbH

Timestamps and questions:
00:00 Introduction
00:52 Channel Update
12:13 How often do I upload videos on my channel?
13:46 Where do I get inspiration from?
19:31 What got me interested in romance?
21:25 How do I rate books?
25:28 What's my favourite genre?
26:07 Plot or character driven stories?
26:49 I love it, I don't care if you don't!
29:15 I love it, I hope you do too!
30:42 How do I decide what to read next?
34:50 What book do I wish would go viral?
37:13 BookTubers I watch who share my taste
41:58 Wrap Up
42:24 Bloopers

BookTubers mentioned:
Jenn @TheBookRefuge
Amber @amberreadsromance
Mary @moretomary
Michae @Oheyitsmichae

Videos mentioned:
📽️HOW I BECAME A ROMANCE READER | Get to Know My Reading Taste:
youtu.be/9VOXvWNpKtw?si=lQZQjOlGAmPtnx05
📽️Get to Know My Taste (Original) | TAG: youtu.be/HSiW1GlVbdc?si=NBqGVd7oc5Hjlqt3

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Mafia Romance Recs | Bingeable Series Im Obsessed With

What Helen Reads 2025-08-04 | In this mafia romance monday edition, I'm sharing ten of my favourite mafia romance series that are totally bingeable and ones I've fully completed. I also share one honourable mention - it's a series that's not quite finished yet, but I've read everything I can get my hands on!

👁️Want to see more mafia romance recs? Check out my Mafia Romance Monday playlist here: youtube.com/watch?v=VmdnN3wzRq8&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY7MQmt7TlNXNK36o_HJsRBo&index=24

Timestamps for books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:42 Alliance Series by S J Tilly
04:18 Fallen Series by Gabrielle Sands
06:47 Mafia Wars by Maggie Cole
14:25 Boston Underworld by A Zavarelli
16:59 Boston Mafia Dons by Bianca Cole
19:43 Queens and Monsters by J T Geissinger
24:21 The Sinners by Michelle Heard
27:09 Medvedev Bratva by Sonja Grey
28:37 Underbelly Enchanted by Emilia Finn
34:13 Kings of Italy by Mila Finelli
39:15 Perfectly Imperfect by Neva Altaj
43:46 Wrap Up
44:16 Bloopers

Videos mentioned:
Mafia Romance Recs | If You See Something, Don't Say Anything! - youtu.be/Gjh6vWHsE00
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Audiobook Era and Mid-Year Freakout Tag 2025

What Helen Reads 2025-07-28 | I'm merging two tag videos together. My Audiobook Era Tag and the Mid-Year Freakout Tag.

📽️ Want to binge all my reading wrap ups? Why not start all the way in January 2023: youtube.com/watch?v=5juH79-FSJU&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:40 When and where do I listen to audiobooks?
02:11 What was your first audiobook?
03:13 What is your favourite audiobook and narrators?
07:26 What audio platform do I use?
08:11 What speed do you listen at?
09:40 What style of narration do you prefer?
10:25 What is the best book you’ve read so far in 2025
12:09 Which new release haven't I read yet, but want to?
14:19 What are my most anticipated releases for the second half of the year?
16:15 What's my biggest disappointment of 2025 so far?
19:30 What's my biggest surprise of 2025 so far?
20:11 Who is my new favourite author?
21:41 Who is my newest fictional crush?
22:56 Who are my new favourite characters?
26:03 Which books made me cry?
26:57 Which books made me happy?
29:31 What is the most beautiful book I've bought so far this year?
32:30 Wrap Up
32:50 Bloopers

Videos Mentioned:
~ My Audiobook Era Tag video from Honest Fiction: youtube.com/watch?v=fb_5oRmdvOk
~ My Audiobook Era Tag video from Amber Reads Romance: youtube.com/watch?v=6h9DqDDQ0fs&t=1s
~ January Reading Wrap Up | 15 Books, 64.5 Stars ✨✨: youtu.be/jP0tueCtc44
~ Romance Book Haul | More Trophies for My Shelf!: youtu.be/uojMP6a6OmY

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My August TBR | Nine Mighty Romance Reads Make It To The List

What Helen Reads 2025-07-24 | Watch as I build my romance TBR for August. This time, I've narrowed it down to nine must read books!

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Timestamps and Books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:14 Bad Intentions by Mila Kane
02:43 Pay For Your Lies by Khai Hara
04:43 The Scattered Bones by Nicole Scarano
06:52 Blame It On The Pain by Ashley Jade
09:15 Shadow's Claim by Kresley Cole
10:38 Macrieve by Kresley Cole
12:06 Precious Hazard by Neva Altaj
13:47 To The Chase by Julia Wolf
15:32 Unholy Union by Lana Sinclair
17:21 Wrap Up
17:54 Bloopers

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A Huge Romance Book Haul | Rare25London

What Helen Reads 2025-07-21 | I was so excited to attend #Rare25London. It was only my third RARE book signing event and I loved every second of it. Check out my video to find out how I got on, to see all the romance books I collected as well as some books I hauled before the event.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:20 Book Haul (Before Rare)
07:56 Rare25London Haul
31:59 Other Swag
34:47 Wrap Up
35:56 Bloopers

Romance books mentioned:
~ Savage Hearts by J T Geissinger
~ Brutal Vows by J T Geissinger
~ Beg For Me by J T Geissinger
~ Empire of Temptation by Mila Finelli
~ Empire of Seduction by Mila Finelli
~ Rewind It Back by Liz Tomforde
~ Devotion by Claire Kent
~ God of Malice by Rina Kent
~ God of Pain by Rina Kent
~ Mystic Box Edition of Fear Me, Love by Lilith Vincent
~ Mystic Box Edition of Brutal Conquest by Lilith Vincent
~ The Wraith King by Juliette Cross
~ Sweet Temptation by Cora Reilly
~ Heart of Defiance by Eva Chase
~ The Love Potion by Katherine Lyons
~ Unstoppable by K A Knight
~ Rescued by Bears by Skye Mackinnon
~ Beast by A Zavarelli
~ The Valkyrie's Claim by Ines Johnson
~ Lumberjack by Jenika Snow
~ Burn For Her by Briana Michaels
~ The Brit by Jodi Ellen Malpas
~ Her Merciless Protector by R G Angel
~ Desert Moon by Anna Lowe
~ Into The Dark by Reece Barden
~ Ice Breaker by Kat Mizera and Elise Faber
~ Stealing the Alpha by Kate Rudolph
~ Vow Forever Night by May Sage
~ The Striker by Ana Huang
~ Kiss Me First by Anna B Doe
~ When I Was Theirs by Evelyn Flood
~ The Alpha Awakens by Anna Fury
~ Getting It On With Gargoyles by Hazel Mack
~ The Project by R L Mathewson
~ A Dead and Stormy Homes by Stefanie Holmes
~ Soft Tissue Damage by Lilith Vincent
~ Promised in Blood by Lilith Vincent
~ The Frost Industries by Montana Fyre
~ Ares by Felicity Heaton

Product Mentioned:
~ etsy.com/uk/listing/1439514694/school-leavers-book-autograph-book

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Mafia Romance Recs | If You See Something, Dont Say Anything!

What Helen Reads 2025-07-14 | These characters were in the wrong place at the wrong time. And now they are witnesses to crimes they never should have seen. I recommend my favourite 'witness to a crime' mafia romance recs. What's your favourite?

👁️Want to see more mafia romance recs? Check out my Mafia Romance Monday playlist here: youtube.com/watch?v=VmdnN3wzRq8&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY7MQmt7TlNXNK36o_HJsRBo&index=24

Timestamps for books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
00:19 Accidental Witness by Sam Mariano
03:36 Her Cartel Daddy by Bianca Cole
06:40 Unholy Vows by Mila Kane
09:14 King by S J Tilly
11:38 Dark Russian Angel by Odette Stone
13:57 Sacred Vow by Measha Stone
16:15 Hitman by C Hallman and Isabelle Starling
17:22 Bratva Devil by Sonja Grey
19:03 Dance of Deception by Jagger Cole
22:13 The Brit by Jodi Ellen Malpas
24:41 King of Sinners by Tammy Andresen
29:07 Sinister Promise by Zoe Blake
31:22 Wrap Up

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Q2 2025 Reading Wrap Up | My Top 5 Picks of the Quarter

What Helen Reads 2025-07-10 | I finished 49 books in the second quarter of 2025, and today I share my Top 5 romance reads from April, May and June!

👉🏻Missed my May Wrap Up? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=UTgfbOLa5dA&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa&index=42

Timestamps and Romance Books Mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:23 The Brit by Jodi Ellen Malpas
08:19 Hunger In His Blood by Zoey Draven
12:24 Be With Me by Gabrielle Sands
16:56 Born for Lace by Nicci Harris
22:19 Sicko by Amo Jones
26:34 Lothaire by Kresley Cole
28:21 The Checkmate Series by Emilia Finn
31:15 The Beast Takes a Bride by Julie Ann Long
34:41 Wrap Up

📽️Videos mentioned:
Ranking June's Romance Reads: youtu.be/U8UEQbndtjE
Immortals After Dark Live Show ~ Declan Chase & Lothaire with Amber and Jenn: youtube.com/watch?v=ggC6eFnJ2e0

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Ranking Junes Romance Reads | My Most Successful Reading Month Yet!

What Helen Reads 2025-07-07 | I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for June where I review 18 books and dish out a whopping 75.5 stars! This month, I've ranked my reading experience for you, starting from my least favourite and finishing on my only five star read!

👉🏻Missed my May Wrap Up? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=UTgfbOLa5dA&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa&index=42

Timestamps and romance books mentioned:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:03:35 Dante's Choice by Zoe Blake
00:05:46 Hunter's Moon by Poppy Aster
00:08:40 Frivolous by Veronica Lancet
00:15:14 Dante by Sadie Kincaid
00:17:58 King of Sinners by Tammy Andresen
00:21:34 When It Raynes by Montana Fyre
00:25:25 In The Details by Julia Wolf
00:30:29 Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley Cole
00:36:21 Dance of Madness by Jagger Cole
00:38:46 Empire of Seduction by Mila Finelli
00:42:48 Sinister Promise by Zoe Blake
00:45:20 Tell Me You Love Me by Emilia Finn
00:49:45 Protected by Claire Kent
00:54:14 Till The Sun Dies by Emilia Finn
00:58:02 Castling the Rook by Emilia Finn
01:02:01 Playing for Keeps by Emilia Finn
01:05:19 Lothaire by Kresley Cole
01:09:07 Sicko by Amo Jones
01:14:27 Wrap Up
01:15:02 Bloopers

📽️Video mentioned:
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Reviewing Your Romance Recs | 🫙What Goes In the Jar, Doesnt Stay in the Jar🫙

What Helen Reads 2025-06-30 | Your recommendations go into a TBR jar and each month I read two of your recommendations. Here's a summary of all the books I've read, thanks to you, between December and May!

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Timestamps and books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Kingdom Fall by A Zavarelli
04:16 Truth by Trilina Pucci
06:05 The Wallflower by J L Beck
08:44 Reasonable Doubt by Whitney G
11:50 Long Live The King by Khai Hara
13:57 Crossing The Lines by S J Hooks
17:24 Resurrection by Siobhan Davis
21:40 Blood Of My Monster by Rina Kent
23:54 Severed Ties by Montana Fyre
26:21 Terrible Beauty by Anna Zaires
30:10 The Sexpert by J A Huss and Johnathan McClain
33:46 Absolute Silence by Jill Ramsower
36:12 Wrap Up
37:14 Bloopers

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My July TBR | Seven Books Take Priority!

What Helen Reads 2025-06-26 | Watch as I build my romance TBR for July. This time, I've narrowed it down to seven must read books!

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Timestamps and Books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:58 Silent Vows by Jill Ramsower
03:55 Endless by Devyn Sinclair
05:40 Shattered Obsession by Tina Spencer
08:22 Sea of Ruin by Pam Godwin
10:37 Dance of Devils by Jagger Cole
12:34 Captive Prize by Zoe Blake
14:24 Beg for Me by J T Geissinger
15:45 Wrap Up
18:29 Bloopers

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Ranking Mays Romance Reads | Can You Guess My Top Book?

What Helen Reads 2025-06-23 | I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for May where I review 16 books and dish out 65 stars. This month, I've ranked my reading experience for you, starting from my least favourite and finishing on my five star reads!

👉🏻Missed my April Wrap Up? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=pc_t1mgh-Do&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa

Timestamps and books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Maximus by Stella Andrews
03:05 Owned by the Cartel by Nikki Blake
04:10 Absolute Silence by Jill Ramsower
07:53 The Sexpert by J A Huss and Johnathan McClain
11:51 Once Burned by Sam Mariano
14:52 Don't Tease Me by Renee Rose
17:51 When Heroes Fall by Giana Darling
21:07 His Juliet by Emilia Rossi
23:44 Disclaim by Pam Godwin
26:26 Twisted Proposal by Zoe Blake
29:31 Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole
32:34 Demon from the Dark by Kresley Cole
36:04 Jump on Three by Julia Wolf
39:48 The Beast Takes a Bride by Julie Ann Long
45:48 Born for Lace by Nicci Harris
50:40 Be With Me by Gabrielle Sands
55:04 Wrap Up
55:33 Bloopers

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Mafia Romance Recs | They will track you to the end of the earth!

What Helen Reads 2025-06-02 | Today's video may contain spoilers as I'm talking about my favourite mafia romances that involve trackers - from simple phone tracking to microchips under the skin!

Want to see more mafia romance recs? Check out my Mafia Romance Monday playlist here: youtube.com/watch?v=VmdnN3wzRq8&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY7MQmt7TlNXNK36o_HJsRBo&index=24

Timestamps for books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:23 Destroy Me by Michelle Heard
05:09 Bloodied Hands by Adelaide Forest
07:30 Hans by S J Tilly
10:27 Mafia Madman by Mila Finelli
12:22 His Tesoro by Emilia Rossi
15:59 Blurred Red Lines by Cora Kenborn
18:28 Stolen Touches by Neva Altaj
19:37 Unholy Vows by Mila Kane
20:57 Disclaim by Pam Godwin
23:15 Blood of My Monster by Rina Kent
25:03 Twist Me Series by Anna Zaires
26:49 Roman by Melanie Moreland

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Romance Book Haul | More Trophies for My Shelf!

What Helen Reads 2025-05-29 | Since my last haul in January, I've been assembling a new pile of books to share with you. As always I've got a mix of e-books, audiobooks and physical books to share with you. Plus, this time I also have two bookish items!

So here's a list of the most recent books I've bought since January.

E-books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
01:17 Forever Your Rogue by Erin Langston
02:25 Crossing the Line by S J Hooks
03:08 Terrible Beauty and Beautiful Chains by Anna Zaires
04:26 The Beast Takes a Bride by Julie Ann Long
05:42 Don't Tease Me by Renee Rose
06:20 Maximus by Stella Andrews
07:36 Disclaim by Pam Godwin
08:16 Deep Kiss of Winter by Kresley Cole
09:45 Unloved by Peyton Corinne

Audio books mentioned:
10:20 Twisted Games by Ana Huang
11:05 Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night by Kresley Cole
11:30 Dark Needs at Night's Edge by Kresley Cole
12:17 Kiss of a Demon King by Kresley Cole
13:08 When Heroes Fall by Giana Darling
14:03 Wild Side by Elsie Silver
14:47 Mountain Boss by S J Tilly
15:41 Kiss The Villain by Rina Kent
16:18 Destroy Me by Michelle Heard

Physical books mentioned:
17:16 Our Thing and Cosa Nostra by Nicci Harris
20:00 Ruthless Creatures by J T Geissinger
20:35 Carnal Urges by J T Geissinger
21:33 Beacon by Claire Kent
23:04 A Code of Knights & Deception by Eliza Hampstead
25:33 When Heroes Fall and When Villains Rise by Giana Darling
28:06 Jump On Three by J Wolf
30:30 Silent Vows and Corrupted Union by Jill Ramsower
34:16 Ruthless Stranger by Maggie Cole

Bookish Items mentioned:
38:32 Kindle Paperwhite 12th Generation: amazon.co.uk/kindle-paperwhite-2024/dp/B0CFPR32B1/?th=1
41:25 Book Cart: Folding Shopping Cart with Retractable Magnetic Table: amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B313PT9C?th=1

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My June TBR | Nine Books Take Priority!

What Helen Reads 2025-05-26 | Watch as I build my romance TBR for June. I mention 13 hopefuls, but I whittle it down to just nine confirmed reads for the sixth month of the year!

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Timestamps and Books mentioned:
00:00 Introduction
02:44 Frivolous by Veronica Lancet
04:38 Restore Me by J L Seeger
07:46 Born of Ice by Daisy Thorn
09:42 In The Details by Julia Wolf
12:25 Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley Cole
14:00 Lothaire by Kresley Cole
17:10 Rewind It Back by Liz Tomforde
19:21 Beautiful Venom by Rina Kent
20:20 Dance of Madness by Jagger Cole
21:49 Tell Me You Love Me by Emilia Finn
23:12 Caught Up by Navessa Allen
24:37 Sinister Promise by Zoe Blake
26:11 Empire of Seduction by Mila Finelli

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Age Gap Romance Recs | Age Is Just a Number

What Helen Reads 2025-05-19 | If you love a good age gap romance and looking for a few more recommendations, then I've got you covered.

👉🏻Not seen my previous video featuring Age Gap Romances? Watch here:
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Here are some of my favourites/recent age gap reads that I wanted to share with you:
~ Mafia Mistress by Mila Finelli
~ Twisted Games by Ana Huang
~ Reasonable Doubt by Whitney G
~ Mountain Boss by S J Tilly
~ Sweet Prison by Neva Altaj
~ Entreat Me by Grace Draven
~ Close Quarters by Kandi Steiner
~ Her Villain by S M LaViolette
~ The Alpha's Resurrection by Marlowe Roy

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Reading Vlog | Mafia Romance Readathon 2025

What Helen Reads 2025-05-15 | Here's a behind the scenes look at my experience as co-host for this year's Mafia Romance Readathon.

👉🏻Are you a mafia romance fan? Check out my playlist here: youtube.com/watch?v=T3OgcyoPNbE&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY7MQmt7TlNXNK36o_HJsRBo

A massive thank you to @TheBookRefuge for inviting me to co-host this year's Readathon. And also special thanks to my co-hosts @amberreadsromance @kyanisbooked and @HonestFiction

Books mentioned:
~ Maximus by Stella Andrews
~ Owned by the Cartel by Nikki Blake
~ Be With Me by Gabrielle Sands
~ Once Burned by Sam Mariano
~ Don't Tease Me by Renee Rose
~ When Heroes Fall by Giana Darling

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April Reading Wrap Up | Was It a Hit, or a Miss?

What Helen Reads 2025-05-12 | I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for April where I review 16 books and dish out 64.5 stars.

👉🏻Missed my March Wrap Up? Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=FI_itOBfj4s&list=PLO_1uXFJRUY4TIMdJFgYSqFisEmSwRhPa&index=39

In April, I found two new 5 star reads but also got quite angry at the end of a particular book. Watch now to find out which books were hits and if I had any that missed...

Books mentioned:
~ Lies of My Monster by Rina Kent
~ Heart of My Monster by Rina Kent
~ Mountain Boss by S J Tilly
~ Terrible Beauty by Anna Zaires
~ Beautiful Chains by Anna Zaires
~ Severed Ties by Montana Fyre
~ The Brit by Jodi Ellen Malpas
~ Kiss of a Demon by Kresley Cole
~ Deep Kiss of Winter by Kresley Cole
~ A Code of Knights & Deception by Eliza Hampstead
~ Dance of Ruin by Jagger Cole
~ Hunger in His Blood by Zoey Draven
~ Learn Your Lesson by Kandi Steiner
~ Destroy Me by Michelle Heard
~ Disclaim by Pam Godwin
~ Wicked Savage by Lilian Harris

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Mafia Romance Readathon - Reading Sprints

What Helen Reads 2025-05-07 | Join me for my next live sprint to celebrate the Mafia Romance Readathon!

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Mafia Romance Readathon - Reading Sprints

What Helen Reads 2025-05-06 | Join me for my first ever live sprint to celebrate the Mafia Romance Readathon

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Mafia Romance Monday | Russian Mafia Romance Recs

What Helen Reads 2025-05-05 | Today, we're going back to Moscow and I'm sharing nine Russian Mafia Romance recommendations with you. I filmed one of these videos about 18 months ago, so if you want even more romance recommendations that feature Russian mafia heroes and heroines, then you can check out my previous video - the link is below...

Books mentioned:
~ Fierce Pursuit by Zoe Blake
~ Sweet Animosity by Zoe Blake
~ Ruthless Creatures by J T Geissinger
~ The Maddest Obsession by Danielle Lori
~ Mafia Devil by Mila Finelli
~ The Bratva's Baby by Jane Henry
~ Sacred Vow by Measha Stone
~ Devil From Moscow by Sonja Grey
~ The Fixer by Renee Rose

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New To Me Authors | Will I Read Them Again?

What Helen Reads 2025-05-01 | In this romance recommendation video, I talk about all the new to me authors that I've read so far this year. In total their are 13 authors for me to talk about. I share my thoughts about the first book I read from them, whether or not I liked it and if I have plans to read more...

Books and Authors mentioned:
~ Mafia Mistress by Mila Finelli
~ Blurred Red Lines by Cora Kenborn
~ Reasonable Doubt by Whitney G
~ The Wallflower by J L Beck
~ Long Live The King by Khai Hara
~ Crossing The Lines by S J Hooks
~ Forever Your Rogue by Erin Langston
~ Lights Out by Navessa Allen
~ Beautifully Brutal by Dani Rene
~ Resurrection by Siobhan Davis
~ Whispers of The Deep by Emma Hamm
~ The Brit by Jodi Ellen Malpas
~ Severed Ties by Montana Fyre

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Surrender to these Dark Romance Recommendations!

What Helen Reads 2025-04-28 | In my latest Dark Romance Book Recommendation video, I recommend more of my favourite dark romances. From high school bully romances to classic captor/captive romances, I take a deep dive into ten amazing reads that feature morally grey heroes and their partners who just won't be able to say no. In fact, they'll surrender...

Books mentioned:
~ Debt by Nina G Jones
~ Surrender by Sam Mariano
~ Born For Silk by Nicci Harris
~ Corrupt by Penelope Douglas
~ Lights Out by Navessa Allen
~ Kiss The Villain by Rina Kent
~ Severed Ties by Montana Fyre
~ Resurrection by Siobhan Davis
~ Tormentor Mine by Anna Zaires
~ Frozen Fate Trilogy by Pam Godwin

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Building My May TBR | PLUS Mafia Romance Readathon Potentials

What Helen Reads 2025-04-21 | Watch as I build my romance TBR for May. Plus, I'll share some of the mafia romances on my radar that I might read during the Mafia Romance Readathon that's taking place between 1 and 10 May.

Books selected:
~ The Sex Pert by J A Huss and Johnathan McClain
~ Absolute Silence by Jill Ramsower
~ The Beast Takes a Bride by Julie Ann Long
~ Jump on Three by Julia Wolf
~ Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole
~ Demon from the Dark by Kresley Cole
~ Born for Lace by Nicci Harris
~ His Juliet by Emilia Rossi

Expected ARCs:
~ Be with Me by Gabrielle Sands
~ Twisted Proposal by Zoe Blake

Mafia Romance Readathon Top Picks:
~ Maximus by Stella Andrews
~ Dante by Sadie Kincaid
~ When Heroes Fall by Giana Darling
~ Salvatore by Natasha Knight
~ Bloody Union by Brooke Summers
~ Ruthless People by J J McAvoy
~ Her Way by Nicci Harris
~ Brutal Legacy by Mila Kane
~ Cruel Prince by Aidee Jaimes
~ Once Burned by Sam Mariano
~ Her Ruthless Warrior by R G Angel
~ Owned by the Cartel by Nikki Blake

Videos mentioned:
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youtu.be/tZF8VsjVOVE?si=m6KpHHdkPVm8GOE6
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Q1 2025 Reading Wrap Up | My Top 10 Picks of the Quarter

What Helen Reads 2025-04-17 | I finished 40 books in the first three months of 2025, and today I share my Top 10 picks of the quarter.

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ Wild Side by Elsie Silver
~ These Two Wrongs by Julia Wolf
~ The Maddest Obsession by Danielle Lori
~ Mafia Mistress by Mila Finelli
~ Mafia Darling by Mila Finelli
~ Our Thing by Nicci Harris
~ Cosa Nostra by Nicci Harris
~ Twisted Games by Ana Huang
~ When She Loves by Gabrielle Sands
~ Lights Out by Navessa Allen

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Mafia Romance Readathon 2025 | Co-Host Announcement

What Helen Reads 2025-04-14 | I'm so excited to announce that I'm co-hosting this year's Mafia Romance Readathon!

The Hosts:
Jenn at The Book Refuge: youtube.com/@UCxV4h6pmpKH53gkj4-iERtA
Jess at Honest Fiction: youtube.com/@HonestFiction
Amber at AmberReadsRomance: youtube.com/@amberreadsromance
Kyan at KyanIsBooked: youtube.com/@kyanisbooked

Jenn's Announcement Video:
youtu.be/tZF8VsjVOVE?si=m6KpHHdkPVm8GOE6

Google Drive with Graphics:
drive.google.com/drive/folders/11rAHx9Y0FcV90AwgPXrbDqzHMunhEj1G

Videos Mentioned:
Italian Mafia Romance Recs: youtu.be/1XRaPz1D_1M and youtu.be/lJcTHI-xfYc
Captor Captive Romance Recs: youtu.be/YCNfEtEkQRU
Irish Mafia Romance Recs: youtu.be/M2lcxFVdTj4
Falling in Love with the Boss: youtu.be/4TEAPft4Mp0
Russian Mafia Romance Recs: youtu.be/mvax68MumAM
Arranged Marriage Romance Recs: youtu.be/AERJsWe5q6w
Rest of the World Romance Recs: youtu.be/aZMK4e3tlI4
Characters on the Run: youtu.be/lFMsHYD4oD4
Fairytale Retelling: youtu.be/sC7-t2jjpOA
Assassin Romances: youtu.be/QUNryEMLujE

Books Mentioned:
~ God of Fury by Rina Kent
~ Darkest Sins by Neva Altaj
~ Ruthless Creatures by J T Geissinger
~ Twisted Emotions by Cora Reilly
~ When Heroes Fall by Giana Darling
~ Mafia Mistress by Mila Finelli
~ Mafia Madman by Mila Finelli
~ Mafia Devil by Mila Finelli
~ Mafia Target by Mila Finelli
~ Twisted Pride by Cora Reilly
~ Bound by Honor by Cora Reilly
~ Brutal Savage by Lilian Harris
~ Kingdom Fall by A Zavarelli
~ When She Unravels by Gabrielle Sands
~ Hook by Bianca Cole
~ Beast by Measha Stone
~ Bought by the Beast by Lexi Heart
~ Savage Tracker by Maggie Cole
~ Ruthless Stranger by Maggie Cole
~ Vicious Protector by Maggie Cole
~ Vicious Hearts by Jagger Cole
~ Bloodied Hands by Adelaide Forrest
~ Shattered Secrets by Lilian Harris
~ Ruthless Heir by Aidee Jaimes
~ Devil's Own by Aidee Jaimes
~ Devil's Vow by Aidee Jaimes
~ The Maddest Obsession by Danielle Lori
~ Crow by A Zavarelli
~ Becoming His by Ami Van
~ Brutal Vows by J T Geissinger
~ His Tesoro by Emilia Rossi
~ Painted Scars by Neva Altaj
~ The Tallest Tower by Emilia Finn
~ Diamond in the Rough by Emilia Finn

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These romance books made me!

What Helen Reads 2025-04-03 | In today's video, I'm taking a look back over my reading history and sharing the books that shaped my reading preferences - from early teens right through to present day. These are the books that still live rent free inside my head, 35 years later.

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ PS I love You by Barbara Conklin
~ Easy Connection by Liz Berry
~ Easy Freedom by Liz Berry
~ The Promise by Danielle Steel
~ Message from Nam by Danielle Steel
~ Zoya by Danielle Steel
~ Dream Train by Charlotte Vale Allen
~ Lucy Sullivan is Getting Married by Marian Keyes
~ Honeycote by Veronica Henry
~ Can you keep a secret by Sophie Kinsella
~ Career Girls by Louise Bagshawe
~ Night Pleasures by Sherrilyn Kenyon
~ Twilight by Stephanie Myer
~ The Host by Stephanie Myer
~ Fifty Shades of Grey by E L James
~ Seducing Lola by Jessica Prince
~ Corrupt by Jessica Prince
~ Defending Allye by Susan Stoker
~ Puck Me Secretly by Odette Stone
~ Dark Russian Angel by Odette Stone
~ Ruthless Stranger by Maggie Cole

Authors Mentioned:
~ Bianca Cole
~ Piper Stone
~ Georgia Le Carre
~ Zoe Blake
~ Measha Stone
~ S J Tilly
~ Gabrielle Sands
~ Mila Finelli

Video Mentioned:
BookTube Newbie Tag | Answering 10 Questions - youtu.be/6_KF7DOdFZ8
The Books That Made Me 🫶🏻 // books I've loved at every stage of my life - youtu.be/QGiRfZQsBsQ?si=NyCAZeQHxfd1GOWu

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Romance Book Recs | 👨🧔🏽‍♂️MM Romance 👨🧔🏽‍♂️

What Helen Reads 2025-03-31 | In today's video, I'm recommending eight MM romance books.

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ Salvation by Sloane Kennedy
~ Hunt the Wood by Anna Fury and Amy Pennza
~ Thorn In His Side by Helen Juliet
~ Soul Eater by Lily Mayne
~ Mafia Target by Mila Finelli
~ You & Me by Tal Bauer
~ God of Fury by Rina Kent
~ For The Fans by Nyla K

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Eight Romance Reads for April | Picking My April TBR

What Helen Reads 2025-03-24 | Watch as I build my TBR for April. I'm excited to have eight romance books on my list with a good mix of dark, sports, paranormal and contemporary romance.

Books selected:
~ Terrible Beauty by Anna Zaires
~ Severed Ties by Montana Fyre
~ Learn Your Lesson by Kandi Steiner
~ The Brit by Jodi Ellen Malpas
~ Kiss of a Demon King by Kresley Cole
~ Deep Kiss of Winter by Kresley Cole
~ Hunger In His Blood by Zoey Draven
~ Mountain Boss by S J Tilly

Honorary Mentions:
~ Firebird by Juliette Cross
~ Fierce Pursuit by Zoe Blake
~ The Prodigal Son by Sara Cate

Videos mentioned:
📽️12 Recs from 12 BookTubers: youtu.be/u35GWrQoZ0A
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Romance Book Recs | 💀Assassins💀

What Helen Reads 2025-03-20 | In today's video, I'm sharing nine romance book recommendations that feature assassins.

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ Vicious Hearts by Jagger Cole
~ The Danger You Know by Lily White
~ Ivan by Sophie Lark
~ Twisted Promises by Lilian Harris
~ Mercy by Debra Anastasia
~ Darkest Sins by Neva Altaj
~ Savage Hearts by J T Geissinger
~ Mafia Target by Mila Finelli
~ Lyonesse Trilogy by Sierra Simone

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Romance Book Recs | 🎭Masked Men🎭

What Helen Reads 2025-03-17 | Today I'm sharing nine romance book recommendations that feature masked men. Whether they are part of a secret society or just want to protect their identity, each hero has a reason to cover their face. And you might be surprised to know, not all of my recommendations are dark romances. I've included a small town, billionaire and monster romance in here too!

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ Ruthless Savage by Lilian Harris
~ God of Wrath by Rina Kent
~ Brutal Ambition by Sam Mariano
~ The Ritual by Shantel Tessier
~ Corrupt by Penelope Douglas
~ Lights Out by Navessa Allen
~ Gloam by Lily Mayne
~ By The Letter by Julia Wolf
~ Wild Side by Elsie Silver

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Mafia Romance Monday | Italian Mafia Romance Recs

What Helen Reads 2025-03-10 | Today, we're going back to Italy and I'm sharing eight Italian Mafia Romance recommendations with you. I filmed one of these videos about two years ago, so if you want even more romance recommendations that feature Italian mafia heroes and heroines, then you can check out my previous video - the link is below...

Books mentioned:
~ The Maddest Obsession by Danielle Lori
~ Mafia Mistress by Mila Finelli
~ When She Loves by Gabrielle Sands
~ Accidental Witness by Sam Mariano
~ His Tesoro by Emilia Rossi
~ Twisted Pride by Cora Reilly
~ Brutal Prince by Sophie Lark
~ Sweet Prison by Neva Altaj

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Romance Book Recs | Characters On The Run

What Helen Reads 2025-03-06 | Today I'm sharing ten romance book recommendations that feature characters on the run. Some are running from the law, some are running from abusive partners, and some are running from the men they are supposed to marry... the thing is, these characters can run, but they can't hide (for long).

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ Run Posy Run by Cate C Wells
~ When He Desires by Gabrielle Sands
~ When She Unravels by Gabrielle Sands
~ Bound by Hatred by Cora Reilly
~ Mafia Target by Mila Finelli
~ Savage Vow by Zoe Blake
~ Hitched by Lauren Biel
~ The Arcav King's Mate by Hope Hart
~ Breaking the Speed Limit by Melanie Moreland

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Amber Picks 2 Romances For Me To Read | BookTube Collab

What Helen Reads 2025-03-05 | Amber from @amberreadsromance and I have prepared a Collab video with the theme of two. To celebrate our two year anniversary on BookTube, we have recommended two romance books to each other and shared two reviews with you.

Amber recommended the following reads:
~ Cosa Nostra by Nicci Harris
~ Forever Your Rogue by Erin Langston

Check out my video to find to hear what I thought of these two romances which were in Amber's top recs from 2023 and 2024.

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February Reading Wrap Up | 13 Books, 56 Stars ✨✨

What Helen Reads 2025-03-03 | I'm delighted to share my reading wrap up for February where I review 13 books and dish out 56 stars. I had five, 4.5 stars as well as two, 5 star reads this month, so another great reading month to continue my lucky streak.

Books mentioned:
~ The Wildflower by J L Beck
~ Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night by Kresley Cole
~ Empire of Temptation by Mila Finelli
~ Our Thing by Nicci Harris
~ Cosa Nostra by Nicci Harris
~ Twisted Bonds by Cora Reilly
~ Long Live The King by Khai Hara
~ Crossing the Lines by S J Hooks
~ Forever Your Rogue by Erin Langston
~ By The Letter by Julia Wolf
~ Twisted Games by Ana Huang
~ Unloved by Peyton Corinne
~ Lights Out by Navessa Allen

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Marchs Must Reads | Building My TBR

What Helen Reads 2025-02-24 | Watch as I build my TBR for March. I'm excited to have eight romance books on my list with a good mix of taboo, mafia, dark and contemporary romances.

Books selected:
~ Resurrection by Siobhan Davis
~ Blood of My Monster by Rina Kent
~ Whispers of the Deep by Emma Hamm
~ Beautifully Brutal by Dani Rene
~ Dark Needs at Nights Edge by Kresley Cole
~ Dark Desire After Dusk by Kresley Cole
~ Wild Side by Elsie Silver
~ Kiss The Villain by Rina Kent

Videos mentioned:
📽️12 Recs from 12 BookTubers: youtu.be/u35GWrQoZ0A
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Romance Book Recommendations | Academic Setting

What Helen Reads 2025-02-20 | I have ten romance recommendations that are all set in high school or college, with a range of sub-genres from Dark Romance to Sport Romance, and from Mafia Academies to Secret Societies.

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ The Ritual by Shantel Tessier
~ The Deal by Elle Kennedy
~ God of Malice by Rina Kent
~ Untouchable by Sam Mariano
~ My Bloodline by K C Kean
~ Soft Like Thunder by J Wolf
~ Sinister Games by Bianca Cole
~ Fair Catch by Kandi Steiner
~ For the Fans by Nyla K
~ The Wallflower by J L Beck

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Romance Book Recommendations | Married Couples

What Helen Reads 2025-02-17 | Today I'm sharing eight romance book recommendations that feature married couples. Mostly we read about couples who have just met each other and starting their relationship, but it's also good to read about couples who have been together for some time and face new challenges. And that's what this video is about today.

Romance Books Mentioned:
~ Denial by Ally Marr
~ King of Greed by Ana Huang
~ The Man I Know by Daisy Jane
~ The Devil's Submission by Nicola Davidson
~ Give Me More by Sara Cate
~ The Home Wrecker by Sara Cate
~ Hills of Shivers and Shadows by Pam Godwin
~ Shattered Secrets by Lilian Harris

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