Book Review: We Burned So Bright by T.J. Klune

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

Book Review: Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett

What a charming and fun story! Set in 1920s Montreal, this cozy fantasy follows Agnes Aubert, a widow in her 30s who is devoted to her struggling cat rescue. After renting a place for the shelter, Agnes learns her new landlord is Havelock Renard, a dangerous Dark Lord, and he's using the shelter as a … Continue reading Book Review: Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett

25 of 2025: Favorite Books of the Year

Happy Saturday and happy 2026! Last year was a great year of reading for me. I managed to read 279 books, many of which were 4 and 5 star reads. Today, I'm sharing my top 25 reads of 2025. I have a mix of fantasy, romantasy, historical romances, rom-coms, dystopias, paranormal romance, and sci-fi, and … Continue reading 25 of 2025: Favorite Books of the Year

Book Review: Invictus by Heather Frost

Wow! What a brilliant read. I feel like I say this every time I read a new book by Heather Frost, but it's so worth repeating - She is a master storyteller, and I will read anything she writes. The story picks up right where Esperance left off, and the world continues to expand as … Continue reading Book Review: Invictus by Heather Frost

Loving the Lines: The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow

Loving the Lines

Hey there! Today, I have another Loving the Lines for you! Loving the Lines is dedicated to books with stand-out quotes that need to be shared. I’m often moved by passages and lines from the books I read, and I thought this would be a great way to show the love!! Many thanks to all the wonderful writers who … Continue reading Loving the Lines: The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow

Top Ten Tuesday: Books I Wish I Could Read Again for the First Time

Top Ten Tuesday

Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in June of 2010 and was moved to That Artsy Reader Girl in January of 2018. It was born of a love of lists, a love of books, and a desire to bring bookish friends together. Today, the topic is Books I Wish I Could Read Again for … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Books I Wish I Could Read Again for the First Time

Voidwalker by S.A. Maclean – Book Review

When I read The Phoenix Keeper last year, I fell in love with the author’s slow-building story, immersive world-building, and nuanced characters. So, I was beyond excited to get an early copy of the author’s sophomore book Voidwalker. It’s a fantastic enemies-to-lovers monster romance that follows smuggler Fionamara, who is able to travel between worlds. … Continue reading Voidwalker by S.A. Maclean – Book Review

Review & Favorite Quotes: Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry

My Thoughts on Shield of Sparrows: Wow. This was such a fantastic read! Shield of Sparrows is one of those stories that grabs you from the very beginning and doesn't let go until the last page. I loved the writing style and the richly imagined world where gods punish kingdoms with monsters and a sheltered … Continue reading Review & Favorite Quotes: Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry