If you like your fantasy romances extra spicy, my Of Heists and Hexes review is here! This is the first time I’ve read anything by S.L. Prater, and she certainly knows how to turn on the steam. Read on! Of Heists and Hexes (A Witch’s Ever After #1), by S.L. Prater (steamy fantasy romance, fairytale … Continue reading Of Heists and Hexes review
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Crown of Midnight review
For my review of Throne of Glass #1, click here. Did you love Throne of Glass? In this Crown of Midnight review, we’ll take a look at how the tone of the series majorly shifts in book two of the series. Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass #2), by Sarah J. Maas (YA fantasy, romantic … Continue reading Crown of Midnight review
Skin of the Sea review
African mermaids and dragons, mythological odysseys and mortals versus the gods, oh my! In this Skin of the Sea review, I delve into this spectacular book (and what other popular YA fantasy I’d compare it to). Skin of the Sea (Skin of the Sea #1), by Natasha Bowen (mythology, YA fantasy; November 9, 2021) In … Continue reading Skin of the Sea review
Only a Monster review
This one is for fantasy, romance and time travel fans. This Only a Monster review takes a look at the fast-paced YA fantasy by Vanessa Len, including the unusual romance and the one thing that might turn readers off. Only a Monster (Monster #1), by Vanessa Len (romantic YA fantasy, time travel; February 22, 2022) … Continue reading Only a Monster review
For the Wolf review
For readers who like their fairy tale retellings a little darker, For the Wolf should be high on your TBR list. Keep reading my For the Wolf review to find out why! For the Wolf (Wilderwood #1), by Hannah Whitten (fantasy, romantic fantasy; June 1, 2021) As a second daughter in her country's royal family, … Continue reading For the Wolf review
Retellings to thrill any fantasy reader
Do you love retellings? Whether of classic books or fairy tale retellings, they make up a large portion of my reading list. I’ve reviewed quite a few, so now it’s time to put them in one place! Note: This list will be updated as I review more titles. Fairy Tale Retellings Enchanting Fate - This Beauty … Continue reading Retellings to thrill any fantasy reader
Black Water Sister review
Black Water Sister, by Zen Cho (fantasy, mythology, urban fantasy; May 11, 2021) Note: This book has a recurring theme of violence against women and intimate partner violence that may be triggering for some readers. Black Water Sister is a vivid and engaging read that perfectly fuses the ancient with the modern. And it's a … Continue reading Black Water Sister review
Review of Avalanche (Velfman)
Avalanche (Pler Series #3), by Anna Velfman (fantasy, science-fantasy; November 20, 2021) (Note: I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review. This book also contains mature content and allusions to non-consentual encounters.) Lanna of the Clans is back--or at least she would be, if life at the palace didn't have her so confused. … Continue reading Review of Avalanche (Velfman)
Review of Phoenix Heart: Ashes
Phoenix Heart: Episode 1: Ashes (Phoenix Heart Season 1 #1), by Sarah K.L. Wilson (Fantasy; July 2021) I’m so pleased to see more books coming out with disabled and chronically ill protagonists these days. Phoenix Heart: Season 1, Episode 1: Ashes (yes, a mouthful, but these novellas are being released episodically) has a wonderfully realistic … Continue reading Review of Phoenix Heart: Ashes
Review: The Chosen and the Beautiful (Vo)
The Chosen and the Beautiful, by Nghi Vo (Fantasy; June 2021) In The Chosen and the Beautiful, the author of The Empress of Salt and Fortune loosely retells Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby through the eyes of a very different Jordan. This Jordan, who is identified in the book blurb as queer (though she never labels … Continue reading Review: The Chosen and the Beautiful (Vo)