Another Book, Another Destiny…
Prince of Swords is the highly anticipated sequel to Arcana Academy, and it picks up where Arcana Academy left off. Right from the start, the plot is suspenseful and intense, and I was so excited to get back into this dark academia setting. It's darker than the first book, with ominous vibes and a super … Continue reading Book Review: Prince of Swords by Elise Kova
Wow! This was such a great read! The Winged Game completely pulled me in from the start with a unique mix of fantasy, sports, and romance. The story follows Taissa Cho, a disgraced carriwitchet player who is given a chance to return to the sport two years after her rival Kion Locke destroyed her career. … Continue reading Book Review: The Winged Game by Sophie Kim
Wildflower was such a charming cozy fantasy filled with flower magic, curses, and a slow-burn romance, but it also has a mystery at its heart that kept me invested from beginning to end. Becky Jenkinson created a unique world that felt whimsical and magical, and I found myself completely drawn into Fliss's journey. Between the … Continue reading Book Review: Wildflower by Becky Jenkinson
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
I've been loving historical fantasy romances lately, and A Widow’s Charm was so good! The whole premise is so unique and outrageous, and I couldn't wait to find out why Hilde thought the logical solution to her problems was to blackmail her necromancer neighbor into bringing her husband back to life. Hilde and Elmwood are … Continue reading Book Review: A Widow’s Charm by Caitlyn Paxson
The Geomagician is a unique story with a great premise and a fantastic romance. I loved it! It felt so fresh and different from anything else I’ve read lately. The story is actually a reimagining of the life of Mary Anning, a fossil hunter who was barred from The Geological Society of London even though … Continue reading Book Review: The Geomagician by Jennifer Mandula
I have mixed feelings about this one. I love the author's writing style and the found family vibes, but I struggled with the time jumps and the pacing. I think I expected a different story when I first began, and instead of a dark, vampire romance, a lot of it felt more like a horror … Continue reading Book Review: The Fox and the Devil by Kiersten White
Weavingshaw is such a fantastic debut Gothic romantasy! It completely captivated me with its rich and atmospheric world-building, romantic tension, unsettling vibes, and layered characters and plot. It feels dark and moody and emotional, and I found it hard to put down. The Gothic elements throughout the story are SO good. Weavingshaw, in particular, is … Continue reading Book Review: Weavingshaw by Heba Al-Wasity
