One-Sentence Summary: Four queer teens unite to track down a killer targeting ironborn fae. My Review: I expected to like this book, but it was really amazing. The characters had a lot of depth and the author really nailed interpersonal relationships. At some points, it was terrifying, but at others, it was hilarious. This wasContinue reading “A Dark and Hollow Star by Ashley Shuttleworth”
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The Jasmine Throne – ARC Review
One-Sentence Summary: A rebel, lady-in-waiting, and princess fight against an oppressive empire and a spreading magic sickness. My Review: Did I like this book? Absolutely. Did it feel much longer than it was? Yes.So overall, I liked what was going on. We had some clear worldbuilding, cool characters and well-developed backstories and relationships, etc. ThereContinue reading “The Jasmine Throne – ARC Review”
Fence: Disarmed by Sarah Rees Brennan
One–Sentence Summary: In the sequel to Striking Distance, Kings Row goes to France to train at a prestigious fencing camp alongside rivals. My Review: Oh. My. Gosh. I’ve been waiting for Disarmed for months and it did not disappoint. First of all, characters!!! They were all arguably my favorite part of the book, which isContinue reading “Fence: Disarmed by Sarah Rees Brennan”
“Shadow & Bone” on Netflix – My Thoughts
Hello, all! I haven’t been posting as many reviews lately, but I wanted to give my opinions on the “Shadow & Bone” TV show taking the book world by storm. For those of you who don’t know, “Shadow and Bone” is the miniseries on Netflix adapted from Shadow & Bone and Six of Crows, orContinue reading ““Shadow & Bone” on Netflix – My Thoughts”
Slingshot by Mercedes Helnwein – ARC Review
Thank you to Wednesday Books and YALLSTAYHOME for providing this book as an uncorrected bound manuscript. This might be the single most negative and longest review I’ve written ever. One-Sentence Summary: Gracie tries to navigate life at her school after defending a new student changes everything. My Review: *sigh* Okay, let’s do this. Hello, actualContinue reading “Slingshot by Mercedes Helnwein – ARC Review”
Prince’s Gambit by C.S. Pacat
One-Sentence Summary: In the sequel to Captive Prince, Laurent and Damen travel to the border while trying to foil assassination attempts and frequent attacks. My Review: First of all, the improvement from CaPri to this is astonishing. My main takeaway from the book is that the first one sucks even more than I thought sinceContinue reading “Prince’s Gambit by C.S. Pacat”
Announcement: First Riders!
Hello, all! I just wanted to let all of you know that I joined a street team. I’m now part of the First Riders (2.0), the street team for Crown of Feathers by Nicki Pau Preto! Crown of Feathers is a high fantasy novel about Veronyka, an animage, and her struggles becoming a Phoenix RiderContinue reading “Announcement: First Riders!”
Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
One-Sentence Summary: Cartographer Alina Starkov is pulled into a cutthroat world of magic and luxury after revealing her unique powers, the only Sun Summoner, to the Darkling, a powerful man with powers opposite hers. My Review: I reread Shadow and Bone recently to refresh my memory for the TV show. I really love this series.Continue reading “Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo”
Captive Prince by C.S. Pacat
TW: Rape, sexual slavery, sexual abuse, drug use, aphrodisiacs, torture. SPOILER WARNING AHEAD One-Sentence Summary: Betrayed by his brother, Damen, prince of Akielos, is forced into slavery serving Laurent, the prince of enemy country Vere. My Review: Most people who read this book go in knowing what to expect: a lot of graphic r*pe andContinue reading “Captive Prince by C.S. Pacat”
Beneath the Citadel by Destiny Soria
One-Sentence Summary: After getting captured during an infiltration attempt, Cassa, Evander, Alys, and Newt are caught between a centuries-old executioner and his escape, and the most powerful man in the city wishing him dead. My Review: OH MY GOD I LOVED THIS BOOK. First of all, ALYS!!!! I’m dedicating a special portion of this reviewContinue reading “Beneath the Citadel by Destiny Soria”
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