Happy Sunday! I’m back today with “Sundays in Bed With….” a meme that dares to ask what book has been in your bed this morning. Come share what book you’ve spent time curled up reading in bed, or which book you wish you had time to read today! This meme was originally hosted by Midnight Book Girl.
Today, I’m in bed with The Phoenix Keeper by S.A. Maclean. I’m buddy reading it with Leslie from Books Are the New Black, and I’m not too far in yet, but I’m enjoying it.
Author: S.A. Maclean
Page Length: 481
Publication Date: Aug. 13, 2024
Publisher: Orbit
Synopsis: A socially awkward but determined phoenix keeper must partner with her longtime rival to save her beloved exhibit from falling into obscurity in this charming, romantic fantasy debut.
Aila is a little obsessed with phoenixes. As head phoenix keeper at a world-renowned zoo for magical creatures, her childhood dream of conserving critically endangered firebirds seems closer than ever. There’s just one glaring her zoo’s breeding program hasn’t functioned for a decade. When a tragic phoenix-nabbing cripples the flagship program at a neighbouring zoo, Aila must prove her derelict facilities are fit to take the reins. But saving a species takes more than stellar animal handling skills. Carnivorous water horses, tempestuous thunderhawks — Aila has no problem wrangling beasts. Inspiring zoo patrons? That’s another story. Finding the courage to ask for help from the hot dragon keeper at a neighbouring exhibit? Virtually impossible. And don’t get Aila started on her arch-rival from the glamorous leader of the zoo’s wildly popular griffin show, who’s convinced that Aila’s beloved phoenix would serve better as a performer than a conservation exhibit. Aided by both friends and enemies, Aila must conquer her social anxiety if she is to restore her breeding programme. With the world watching and the threat of poachers looming, Aila’s success isn’t only a matter of keeping her the future of a species depends on her.
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Have you read The Phoenix Keeper? What are you reading today? Comment below!
I’ve seen this one around but haven’t read it. I’ll be interested to see what you think .
I’m not too far in, but I’m kind of struggling with it. Hopefully, it’ll pick up soon!
Fingers crossed that it improves
Love that cover, it’s so eye catching!
Okay… I got a huge chunk read today and it’s finally moving!!
Yes! I caught up to you. Soooo good!