Another Book, Another Destiny…
Her Hidden Fire is an intriguing and unique debut by Cliodhna O'Sullivan. The worldbuilding and magic system were rich and atmospheric and immediately pulled me into the story. The hierarchy of Channellers and Keepers, the tension surrounding the Reckoning, and the political and school intrigue were all layered and immersive, and I like how the … Continue reading Book Review: Her Hidden Fire by Cliodhna O’Sullivan
Midnight on the Celestial immediately caught my attention with its premise, and I ended up really enjoying it. In it, Roe Damarcus loses control of her resurrection magic during a crucial trial and is sent to work aboard the Celestial, a glamorous cruise ship that turns deadly after dark. While competing for a chance to … Continue reading Book Review: Midnight on the Celestial by Julia Alexandra
Den of Liars swept me into a world of glittering danger where secrets are currency, and it left me mildly feral with a jaw-dropping cliffhanger ending. Set in a unique and magical world with a casino where secrets are worth everything, Den of Liars is like a YA fantasy mash-up of a heist movie and … Continue reading Book Review: Den of Liars by Jessica S. Olson
I was initially drawn in by the stunning cover and the premise, which sounded so intriguing. I was all in for a gender-bent Zorro reimagining! I liked the characters and a lot of the messages about equality, empowerment, corruption, justice, and the importance of family. However, the pacing was uneven, and the internal monologue felt … Continue reading Book Review: Salvación by Sandra Proudman
Wow! What an intense ride! It's The Selection meets Bridgerton meets The Cruel Prince, and I was swept up into this dark fantasy so fast! The main character, Ivy, is very easy to root for, and I liked the others in the competition too. The story has a love triangle, which isn't a trope I … Continue reading Book Review: The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith
Carvinfg Shadows into Gold is the second book in the Forging Silver into Stars series by Brigid Kemmerer. Picking up right where the first book left off, the story is an entertaining mix of mystery, political intrigue, and complex characters. Like the first book, the story's strengths are the writing, the characters, the relationships, and … Continue reading Book Review: Carving Shadows Into Gold by Brigid Kemmerer
This is such a fun twist on the classic Cinderella story. Though it starts with some similar elements with Ell suffering as an abused servant to her stepmother and step-sisters, the story actually begins after the ball with the Prince searching for the mysterious woman who disappeared when the clock struck twelve. When Ell tries … Continue reading Book Review: Liar’s Kingdom by Christine Calella
I'm thrilled to be on the book tour today for A Cruel Thirst, a rich and atmospheric young adult fantasy by Angela Montoya! I loved the book and am excited to share my thoughts and favorite quotes. Last year, I read Sinner’s Isle, and ever since I've been eagerly awaiting Montoya’s newest book, A Cruel … Continue reading Book Review: A Cruel Thirst by Angela Montoya
