When I first heard about Zhao's novel, it was through their youtube channel, I recommend it if you like video essays, and as a writer and book blogger myself, I was excited. What I expected: historical fiction inspired by the sole female emperor of China and a polyamorous relationship. What I got: science fiction dystopia,... Continue Reading →
A Ruin of Roses by K.F. Breene is another beauty and the beast retelling but what sets this series apart from other retellings is the erotic, hilarious, and romantic setting of this world. Plus, the heroine Finley does not hesitate to step on a few toes especially if they belong to the arrogantly handsome Nyfain.... Continue Reading →
The Venatrix Chronicles by Sylvia Mercedes, is an imaginative fantasy series that flirts with the idea of a villain origin story. It has an enemies to lovers theme as well as a stubborn and stabby female lead and biracial love interest. The series spans seven novels, and its fantastical world is so grand it's an... Continue Reading →
Happy New Year! Hi Booklovers, I hope your holidays were relaxing and full of love. Mine was kind of stressful but I am welcoming the new year with positive vibes. Every New Year I like to write resolutions and this year I have some for this blog, so I thought I shared them. Refresh the... Continue Reading →
Are you looking for the perfect book to keep you warm during New Years? I got you covered! Check out my favorite books I read this year! This list is heavily biased towards the enemies to lover's trope because I have fine taste. Deal With the Elf King by Elise Kova This whimsical fantasy novel... Continue Reading →
Hey Readers! I'm sorry for disappearing without notice but I elected to spend my November revisiting my favorite novels and writing my fantasy story. My mind was feeling a bit stormy and this reset was much needed. But my mind has calmed and posts should resume to normal. Please enjoy this review of Bridge Kingdom... Continue Reading →
Illusionary is full of fanfic tropes: fake marriage, bed sharing, enemies to friends to lovers, childhood friends, iconic besties, and pirates. I loved Incendiary but I wasn't prepared to love Illusionary even more. Summary: Renata and Castian continue their search for Dez, the lost prince of Puerto Leon, by posing as a married couple and... Continue Reading →
Zoraida Córdova’s Incendiary holds a special place in my heart because she personally wanted to send advanced reader’s copies of this book to Latinx readers and reviewers. The catch, Córdova had one copy, so the chosen readers would have to take turns sharing. Ultimately, I was not chosen, but Zoriada did write me a letter... Continue Reading →
Fall is one of my favorite times of the year, and now that it’s officially here on my side of the world, that means I get to be extra and thrive on the seasonal activities. So for today’s posts, I wanted to share my fall must-haves for this year. If you want to check out... Continue Reading →
Do you ever see a book cover and think "whoa, that's hot." That's the precise reaction I had when I saw the cover of A Dark and Hollow Star. A Dark and Hollow Star is Ashley Shuttleworth's debut novel and it's a queer fantasy with elements of a murder mystery. Summary: Four teens with claims... Continue Reading →
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