Book Review: The River She Became by Emily Varga

The River She Became has an interesting premise and characters and a plot that wasn’t as predictable as I originally suspected. With a great found family and a few surprise twists along the way, this was an enjoyable read. I especially liked the relic-hunting elements and the way the story blended adventure, magic, and mystery. … Continue reading Book Review: The River She Became by Emily Varga

Today’s Top Book Releases: June 23, 2026

In Anespérer, where magic comes alive through artistic skill, Elara Rousseau knows she’ll never be selected for the Objet d’Art. The high-stakes baking competition will elect a new Souverain to join the ruling council, and someone from the slums would never be considered. But when a brooding figure from her past sneaks her into the … Continue reading Today’s Top Book Releases: June 23, 2026

Book Review: All We Hunger For by Anna Mercier

All We Hunger For is a unique romantasy with a magical baking competition, political power struggles, and two people trying to find their place in a world shaped by class, control, and expectations. I really enjoyed it, especially the food magic elements, the characters, and the author's engrossing writing style. Elara is a great protagonist. … Continue reading Book Review: All We Hunger For by Anna Mercier

Series Spotlight: Wells Ranch by Bailey Hannah

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Today, I'm spotlighting the Wells Ranch series, a contemporary cowboy romance series that has a fifth book releasing early next month. Love Wells Kept sounds like a super swoon-worthy story and a fantastic addition to this series. Let's check all the books out! Book 1: Alive and Wells Pub. Date: Nov. 20, 2023 Page Length: … Continue reading Series Spotlight: Wells Ranch by Bailey Hannah

Book Review: Kieran by N.J. Walters

Kieran is the third and final book in the Blackwell Brothers Redemption series, and I went into it already loving this world and these characters. I’ve read and enjoyed both of the previous books, and I was so excited to see how Kieran’s story would unfold. Kieran is sent to a small town to reap … Continue reading Book Review: Kieran by N.J. Walters

First Lines Friday: June 19, 2026

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First Lines Friday First Lines Friday is a weekly feature for book lovers hosted by Wandering Words. What if instead of judging a book by its cover, its author or its prestige, we judged it by its opening lines? Pick a book off your shelf (it could be your current read or on your TBR) and open … Continue reading First Lines Friday: June 19, 2026

Book Review: Romantic Hero by Kirsty Greenwood

I was so intrigued by Romantic Hero when I read the premise. A romance author accidentally bringing the villain from her unfinished novel into the real world is such a fun idea, and overall, I enjoyed it. Between the magical realism, the humor, and the romance, this was an entertaining read that felt quirky and … Continue reading Book Review: Romantic Hero by Kirsty Greenwood

Can’t Wait Wednesday: Under the Oak Tree: Volume 3 by Suji Kim

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Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme to spotlight a future release that you’re excited about. It’s hosted by Wishful Endings and was previously hosted by Breaking the Spine. This week’s anticipated book is: Under the Oak Tree: Volume 3 Title: Under the Oak Tree: Volume 3Author: Suji KimPages: 520Publication Date: June 23, 2026Publisher:InkloreGenres:Fiction / FantasySynopsis: Most fairytales end with a wedding and a happily-ever-after – … Continue reading Can’t Wait Wednesday: Under the Oak Tree: Volume 3 by Suji Kim