When I saw this book on NetGalley, I didn’t realise it was a spin-off to another series, (so if you too are new to the Author, like me, then you may benefit reading the related books first). Consequentially, I was not familiar with the Nevermore Murder Club - although they didn’t do much investigating anyway, so that plot thread was pretty irrelevant to unfamiliar readers. Likewise, there were plenty of characters and associated plot threads which weren’t essential to the story either! The main characters, Alaric and Winnie, are just ok - I prefer female characters with more backbone. Overall an Ok read, although I felt like a lot of could have been cut out to make the story more succinct. I am not engaged enough with the story to be bothered finding out whodunnit regarding the murders and moving on to book 2… but thanks NetGalley and Bacchanalia House for allowing me to get an early copy of the book - much appreciated.

I received an ARC provided by Bacchanalia House via Net Galley

I really enjoyed this book! I love fantasy books and the romcom and crime mystery tied in was a great addition to the story line. Winnie/Alaric will they won’t they was great and very entertaining.

The book was just a little bit too long in the middle but I enjoyed it overall.

I got approved for this book in October after I had the months posts scheduled, and this was a perfect read for the spooky season. We all know I’m a sucker (Ha pun intended) for vampire books but sprinkle it with a grumpy x sunshine plot, your girl is a goner.

The plot was complex, interesting and it never had a dull moment, I was hooked from the first chapter. Its impressive how Steffanie managed to combine all of the best book boyfriend tropes and micro tropes within this book.

The fake-dating trope in my opinion was done perfectly. Especially with the added layer of forbidden romance mixed with close proximity, with having to fake-it-till-you-make-it. This book actually made me laugh out loud at points. Winnie is gets some cracking one liners in this book and I even sniggered at Alaric's clever responses. Steffanie also addresses some sensitive topics, including mental health, coping with trauma, and the complexities of hoarding.

I can't wait for the second book in series to come out, but for now I am going to look at Steffanie’s other books.

Incredible! Fangs or Nothing was supposed to be a fun, lighthearted story, perfect for the spooky season, but it amazed me from beginning to end! When I started reading it, I never thought I’d feel so connected to Winnie and her situation. Excluding the smutty romance with the gorgeous vampire, her character was the best part of this book. It’s a romantic, funny novel with hot, hot, hot vampires and a wonderful cast of secondary characters (I won’t lie, I wish I had a coven of friends like that!). This book has made me NEED to keep reading Stephannie’s work—I’ve discovered a wonderful author.

Oh my gosh, what a fun and wonderful read! This book had all the romance, vampires, family drama, and HEA you could ever wish for and it also gave all the feels!

Alaric is a bit of a reclusive vampire. He doesn’t feed directly from humans and is sustained by his hobbies. Said hobbies, however, have proven to be a bit of a challenge when his vampire mother insists he host a ball in his overly cluttered estate. Winnie is a professional organizer and anti-clutter enthusiast. She’s created a system (which her partner has taken co-credit for with very little actual work) and she’s always eager to apply it to just about everything. When her boyfriend leaves her for her best friend, she may have begun to spiral into over organization land, which is why she jumps at the chance to get out of town and help someone de-clutter.

Alaric hides what he is and how he feels from Winnie for wayyyy too long, but it was adorable to watch. These two dance around each other, each hiding different things - Winnie her history growing up in a hoarder house, Alaric his killing past and vampiric state. The way things play out is ever so satisfying, even if we do get the standard couple chapters of misunderstanding/martyr activities. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the smutty coven that adopts Winnie. There is clearly another series about that, but this book served as a great introduction. I hope there are more books in this series!

This was such a cute book, I really liked Alaric and his growth. The author did a really good job with writing about mental illness, while still making us laugh.

So this guy came out of nowhere and started kissing her without consent and I am supposed to find that romantic???and she moaned in the middle of the fucking bar this is absurd and the writing was hideous I couldn't even read 50 Pages of it and I was like that's enough this was not for me and I really couldn't find one thing that I liked about this.

Thank You, NetGalley and the Publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.


Fangs For Nothing by Steffanie Holmes has a beautiful cover and is a cute little book full of love/Spicy behavior, Quirky book clubs, personal trauma, and solving murder. Although not a slow-burn romance by any means since their romance felt organic and didn't feel rushed. Winnie Preston felt like the Marie Kondo of this fictional world and Alaric has the Edward Cullen vibes I occasionally crawl back to. I loved everything from the mystery and cute little town to the spice. The storyline had some emotional weight to it but it didn't take away from the romance. Overall a really enjoyable book and I can't wait to read more from Steffanie in the future.

While Fangs for Nothing may not make my all-time favourites list, it’s definitely still a fun read! It brings quirky twist to the paranormal genre, blending humour and mystery with some supernatural romance. The characters are a mix of eccentric and endearing, and the setting adds just the right amount of eerie charm to keep you intrigued. If you’re looking for a lighthearted, escapist read with a playful vibe, this book does the trick.

Fangs for Nothing by Steffanie Holmes is a delightful blend of paranormal romance and light-hearted mystery, perfect for readers looking for a fun, spooky season read. The premise—a grumpy, reclusive vampire hiring a bubbly professional organizer—sets the stage for plenty of humor, tension, and unexpected romance.

Winnie Preston is a charming protagonist, full of life and determination, who brings a refreshing energy to Lord Alaric Valerian’s gloomy castle. Their dynamic, filled with witty banter and sizzling chemistry, is a joy to watch unfold. The fake dating trope is executed well, adding layers of both humor and emotional depth as the characters navigate their growing feelings amidst the façade.

Holmes does a great job balancing the cozy small-town vibe with the gothic allure of a vampire’s lair. The meddling book club and the quirky townsfolk inject a dose of humor and heart, making the story feel warm and inviting despite its darker supernatural elements. The murder mystery subplot is engaging, though it occasionally feels like it takes a backseat to the romance (which I don't mind at all but you should know).

The pacing is generally smooth, with just enough backstory to make both Winnie and Alaric’s character arcs feel well-rounded. The romance develops naturally, with some genuinely sweet and spicy moments that will satisfy fans of the genre.

However, the story isn't without its hiccups. The reliance on miscommunication as a plot device might frustrate some readers (including me), and the resolution of the main conflict feels a bit rushed. Additionally, some threads of the mystery are left hanging, likely to be picked up in future installments, but it would have been nice to have a more conclusive ending.

Overall, *Fangs for Nothing* is a fun, engaging read with a perfect mix of romance, humor, and a touch of the macabre. It's not without its flaws, but the enjoyable characters and witty writing make it well worth picking up.

*Fangs For Nothing* is a delightful and fun read! Lord Alaric Valerian is facing a big problem: his mother is visiting his chaotic castle, filled with his artistic passions. Enter bubbly professional organizer Winnie Preston, who not only starts to tidy up his life but also awakens feelings he never expected.

The chemistry between Alaric and Winnie is electric, filled with witty banter. When Alaric convinces Winnie to pose as his fiancée to impress his mother, hilarity ensues, especially when her book club gets involved in a village murder mystery.

I’d give it a solid 3.5 stars—it had a few slow moments—but it was an entertaining escape filled with romance, humor, and a dash of vampire intrigue. If you’re in the mood for a whimsical story with a supernatural twist, *Fangs For Nothing* is definitely worth a read!

Before I started reading Fangs for nothing, I honestly didn't know what to expect. The title sounded intriging, the premise sounded fun. Once I started reading though, this book was pretty immediatley beyond what I anticipated! I didn't expect all the pop culture references and they were fantastically placed and hilarious! I honestly just started watching Battlestar Galactica and when there was a reference to Cylones I jumped out of my couch in excitement!

I really enjoyed how Steffanie wove classic rom-com elements with the paranormal vampire twist. The length felt appropriate and I love that there was enough time in the story to include some lore as well. There was fantastic and realistically paced character developement. Everyone felt real and relateable. The romance and spice is so satisfying... chefs kiss!

This is the first book I've ever read from Steffanie and reading this book made me want to read more! I am looking forward to reading the next books in this series, and other books written by Steffanie. This book is easily a 4.5 🌟 read!

Thank you Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC for an honest review!

This book is hilarious. Steffanie Holmes returns with a laugh a minute vampire romp. You will not be disappointed!

4.5 stars!

A girly finds out her employer is actually a vampire? Oh and he's HOT? hell yeah girlfriend, good for you!

I absolutely enjoyed this book and I love all the characters. Our mmc and fmc were excellent together and there are several scenes that cracked me up and made me actually laugh out loud. When he learns about contraceptives *mind blown* - a spectacular scene.

Even the side characters are so fun, particularly the Murder Club/Smutty Book Coven friends that she makes. Their reaction to finding out her hot boss is her vampire was perfect and I wouldn't ask for anything else.

Highly recommend finishing out your spooky romance reads with this one!

"Pretending to be hour husband is more pleasant form of revenge."

Fangs for Nothing - Steffanie Holmes
★★★★☆

Fangs for Nothing is a small town paranormal romance with Winifred the professional organizer as the female lead. When she got cheated on by her loved ones and just couldn't face her hoarder mother, she got perfect opportunity to set aside all of that with this job to clean this old secluded castle far from London. The only thing she didn't expect is that the resident of the castle is a vampire—Alaric Valerian, a hot one at that! The story follows Winifred's and Alaric's attempt to help each eo through some situations as well as to resist the inevitable sparks between them!

I suggest you this is my favorite october read because it's a perfect blend of murder mystery, paranormal, and romances in such witty way! The humor in this book is totally my favorite. Even though there's a lot of misscommunication in this one, so if you're not into that, i don't think this is for you.

We're provided by Winifred traumatic backstory and a centuries weight of Alaric's not so pleasant history which totally sucked me in into their character development throughout the chapters. The idea of vampires accomodating themselves in the new age is so fun to read like everything in them is so ancient compared to electricity, phones, and internet.

I'm liking it to the point of giving this solid five stars until the process towards the ending. I don't like how Winifred acted and even though it's a way of her to protect herself from dissapointment and her own trauma—understandable, but still it'll be better if she felt sorry herself instead of blaming it all to Alaric and situations following them. Also there's some unsolved mystery even until the end, well maybe it's for the next installment, but i personally think to put the question slash cliffhanger at the end of the story so readers can get excited and expecting for the sequel.

This book got some popular tropes like:
🍷 Fake dating
🍷 Forced proximity
🍷 Small town romance
🍷 Golden-retreiver male lead
with a very well done execution, so you'd better check this out! Also can't wait for the book 2!

This book was an enjoyable read with a fun mix of romance, magic, murder, and vampires.

Their banter was humorous, with some spicy tension. The murder mystery and book club subplot kept things engaging, and the spooky, small-town vibe gave the story extra coziness and charm.

That said, the book felt longer than necessary, with some pacing issues and a few overused tropes. While Alaric’s character kept things going, it took a while for the plot to pick up. Overall, it was a solid read with enjoyable moments, especially if you like paranormal romance with a bit of mystery.

This books was such a fun and easy read! The plot was fun and the characters were so entertaining I laughed so much. It was the perfect book to pick up if you need something in between all your horror reads and need something spooky but fun! Will definitely be recommending this to my bookclub.

Loved this. It was fun and face paced. The characters were relatable and weren't perfect which made them that much more charming.

A fun supernatural romance. I liked the concept of a vampire with hoarding tendencies hiring a professional organizer to fix up his castle before a ball, and I liked the characters’ interactions as they slowly started to fall for each other. There’s a few too many side characters that distract from the main story, and I didn’t realize this was part of a series. I really liked Alaric as the brooding, ceramics making vampire, and Reginald was a treat as his hot chocolate making butler.

DNF @ 42%. I'm just not super into the story, which is wild coming from someone who loves a vampire romance. I feel like certain things are happening too soon, which makes me wonder what's left when I'm not even halfway through it. I'm not a big fan of the writing either. My interest isn't completely lost, though - I would consider picking this up again at a later time. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.