Atheist's Angel (Celestial Series #1), by A. Velfman (dark fantasy, romantic fantasy; May 28, 2022) Note: I received a free ARC and am voluntarily writing an honest review. Atheist's Angel contains scenes of violence, child abuse, self-harm and torture. I can honestly say I haven't read another book like this! Atheist's Angel delivers interesting takes … Continue reading Atheist’s Angel review
Tag: fantasy
Heir of Fire review
I’ve been reading the Throne of Glass series for the first time. You can find my reviews of Throne of Glass and Crown of Midnight here…which means it’s time for my Heir of Fire review! Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass #3), by Sarah J. Maas (YA fantasy; September 2, 2014) This is by far … Continue reading Heir of Fire review
All the Horses of Iceland review
All the Horses of Iceland, by Sarah Tolmie (historical fiction/fantasy, magical realism; March 1, 2022) This little book took me by surprise. More the length of a novelette or novella, it's written in the style of an Icelandic saga. For me, reading it lands somewhere between Tale of Genji and Julie Otsuka's The Buddha in … Continue reading All the Horses of Iceland review
Cover reveal for Weaver
I’m back with a cover reveal for the intriguing Weaver, by Tish Thawer. This is another cover reveal I’ve gotten to participate in thanks to Book of Matches Media, and the description really intrigued me. Weaver is described as a good fit for fans of Rachel Griffin, Holly Black and Adrienne Young. You can head … Continue reading Cover reveal for Weaver
Vow of the Shadow King cover reveal!
I’m fully sucked in to this romantic fantasy series by Sylvia Mercedes. Bride of the Shadow King (read my review here) took my breath away, and the cover was just as arresting. But I think the cover for Vow of the Shadow King is even better!The Synopsis:Warning: contains spoilers for book one!A treacherous bride. A … Continue reading Vow of the Shadow King cover reveal!
The Theft of Sunlight review
Fans of Tamora Pierce won’t want to miss this one. Up next is my much belated The Theft of Sunlight review! The Theft of Sunlight (Dauntless Path #2), by Intisar Khanani (YA fantasy; March 23, 2021) The Theft of Sunlight is an issues book without compromising action and story, and I am there for it! … Continue reading The Theft of Sunlight review
Protected: The Fishermen’s Princess Chapter Twelve
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Horace ARC opportunity
From today through May 8, 2022, I have ARC copies available of my new adult contemporary fantasy novelette, Horace: A Sorcer World Novelette. Because this story is a newsletter subscriber exclusive, it won’t be sold anywhere. Copies must be reviewed on Goodreads by Sunday, May 8, 2022. Get a Review Copy Cheers! -CKB
A Throne of Shadows cover reveal!
Do you have an author TBR list? Tessonja Odette is on mine. That’s why I was thrilled to see this positively gorgeous eclectic cover for A Throne of Shadows (Prophecy of the Forgotten Fae #1) as a cover reveal opportunity. I have serious heart eyes for this one, and can’t wait to read it! Note: this … Continue reading A Throne of Shadows cover reveal!
Of Heists and Hexes review
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