Another Book, Another Destiny…
I went into Strange Familiars knowing next to nothing about it, other than I loved the cover and the blurb sounded intriguing, and I ended up really enjoying it. The magical veterinary academy setting immediately caught my attention because it felt so unique, and the mix of academic rivalry, fascinating familiars, and the darker elements … Continue reading Book Review: Strange Familiars by Keshe Chow
The Arcane Arts is a slow-building dark academia with a dual POV that I enjoyed. It has a really interesting premise, which is what drew me in, and I love the dark academia vibes. Newlyn Academy is a college with secrets, hidden agendas, forbidden magic, and deadly societies, and that dark undertone is woven throughout … Continue reading Book Review: The Arcane Arts by S.D. Coverly
Malachite is an engrossing and immersive read that totally caught me by surprise with some shocking revelations and twists. A dark romantasy, the story has parts that might be disturbing for some readers, so I would definitely check out the content warnings before starting the book. Arienell is a fantastic protagonist with so much grit … Continue reading Book Review: Malachite by Ashley Andersen
The Arcane Study of Stars has a really interesting premise and magic system. The story pulled me in from the very beginning with a heartbreaking and horrifying day leading up to fmc entrance into an elite magical school. The dark vibes are strong from the start and set the ominous tone of the rest of … Continue reading Book Review: An Arcane Study of Stars by Sydney J. Shields
I was so excited to read The Sea Spinner after reading and loving The Wind Weaver, the first book in the series. It was such a fantastic read, and so is this one. This book picks up right where the first left off, with Rhya dealing with everything that happened and trying to figure out … Continue reading Book Review: The Sea Spinner by Julie Johnson
T.J. Klune has a way of pulling at my heartstrings, and this story is no exception. It’s intense and thought-provoking with a sense of urgency that permeates the tone. My word. Even now, just thinking about the story, I'm feeling all kinds of feelings. Incredibly moving, it's a fast but heavy read, and by the … Continue reading Book Review: We Burned So Bright by T.J. Klune
I had high hopes for The Thorn Queen after reading and loving The Rose Bargain, the first book in the duology. I have to say, it didn't disappoint. The story went in a slightly different direction than I expected, and it was fantastic. I loved the different points of view, the different worlds, and how … Continue reading Book Review: The Thorn Queen by Sasha Peyton Smith
I have mixed feelings about this book. I thought it was a really unique premise and world, and the whole concept of people in the modern world making bargains with faeries was so interesting. I was also intrigued by Poppy's story, especially as she had to return to the land of the Fae after being … Continue reading Book Review: The Tricky Business of Faerie Bargains by Reena McCarty
