Thinking about Mafia Romances? Add The Thief to your list!

Hey book besties I hope your latest read was awesome, and if it wasn’t, perhaps this review will entertain you. Over the summer, I decided to dive into mafia romance. I haven’t explored this genre, but this summer was full of discoveries, and The Thief by Tara Crescent is a treasure.

Mafia Romances are known for their dark themes and unhinged love interests, but Crescent’s The Thief is not that. Although this novel does feature a dreamy Mafia boss and an Art Thief heroine, it’s more lighthearted. So, if you’re thinking of picking up a cozy Mafia romance, keep this one in mind.

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September 12, 2023 0

A guide to Reylo coded romance novels!

Hello book lovers and Reylo Rats! I’ve noticed a very particular pattern in my reading this year and a pattern in books published thus far! My latest read just so happened to be Thea Guanzon’s the Hurricane Wars-out this October- which also has fanfiction origins. The trend is Reylo, also known as the chaotic pairing of Rey and Kylo Ren from the sequel Star Wars films. Given the popularity of this pairing online, it’s only natural that many authors took inspiration from their dynamic and later published original works of fiction.

The most famous of these novels is none other than Ali Hazelwood’s, The Love Hypothesis. A novel I simply adored! Although there are many novels with links to Reylo, there are also novels that give off that vibe. Which is what my list consist of! Some of these pairings give off that enemies to lovers vibe, while others feature a love interest who resembles Adam Driver.

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September 4, 2023 0

You might want to skip For Love and Bylines

Hi book lovers and romance babes! Today, I have another Reylo fanfic turned romance novel to review today! Would I say it’s become a mission of mine to read published fanfiction from the Reylo fandom? Unintentionally yes! I am picking up the ones that look interesting! With Ali Hazelwood’s debut, the Love Hypothesis, an influx of fanfictions have been reworked and published as novels and honestly good for the writers.

That said, if you see me reading more of these novels after I said it wasn’t my new mission-shhhh. I’m just following the vibes.

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August 29, 2023 0

A Witch’s guide to fake dating a demon is a cozy Autumnal treat!

Demons and Witches falling in love go together like chocolate and milk! Seriously this is a popular pairing in romance novels, and I enjoy it. But what sets A Witch’s Guide to Fake Dating a Demon apart from the rest? The all-powerful witch in this story sucks at casting spells and excels at caring for plants. Not to mention this novel is set in a small town full of supernatural creatures. I don’t know about you book besties, but that sounds so cute.

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August 7, 2023 0

Aquicorn Cove’s a great graphic novel for summer!

Today I am reviewing a graphic novel because not only was I in a silly goofy mood but because I was in the mood for a little palate cleanser. And the cover for Aquicorn Cove is gorgeous so I knew this novel was what I needed.

Katie O’Neill (they/them) is a self-taught illustrator and an icon with several graphic novels and comics! Katie or Kay, as they also go by online, hails from gorgeous New Zealand. You may be familiar with Kay’s beautiful Tea Dragon Society series, which I adored. But what I really love about Kay’s illustrations is how cute and imaginative they are.

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July 31, 2023 0

Drama, Magic, and Love triangles: A Ruinous Fate will Sweep you off your feet

Hello Fantasy Babes! I hope you’re ready for today’s book review because today I am reviewing the fantastic A Ruinous Fate by Kaylie Smith! This novel is so good! It has drama, messy romances, princes, a plus-sized heroine, and LGBTQ+ characters!

Kaylie Smith (she/they) is a new author hailing from Louisiana USA where she frequented haunted bookstores and grew up going to the library. They have always loved writing and have practiced their craft from a young age. A Ruinous Fate is their debut novel.

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July 17, 2023 0

2023 Summer Reading Guide

Summer has finally commenced, and I have some great posts coming to the blog meant to make your summer a smash! Whether you need some books for your upcoming road trip or recs for your summer reading challenge I have some great books to add to your list. Books on this list range from Romance, Mystery, Manga, Young Adult, and even some Graphic Novels/Manga!

*Stay tune for a little update from yours truly.*

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June 19, 2023 1

Need a whismy read? Try Reggie and Delilah’s Year of falling

I am disappointed that it has taken me so long to read a book by Elise Bryant!

The Lovely and talented Elise Bryant has written Happy Ever Afters and One True Loves- all Young Adult Romances. Now I have had my eye on Happy Ever Afters since its debut, and reading Reggie and Delilah’s Year of Falling has made me want to read more of Bryant’s books.

Thank you NetGalley, Balzer+Bray, and Elise Bryant for this arc. I chose to review this arc and all opinions are mine.

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May 22, 2023 0

Read the Grim Reaper’s Lawyer now!

The Grim Reaper’s lawyer by Mea Monique was recommended to me by Sciondukes on tiktok (check them out!). And whoa, this was such a cool and entertaining read. This book has some spicy scenes so if thats not your thing I have some great YA recommendations you can check out.

The author’s a lawyer herself, and it makes the world of this novel more real. I really liked the take of a corporate underworld, and the romance aspect of this story is delicious. I love books that are great at balancing the romance and the plot, which I believe this novel does well.

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May 15, 2023 0

My most anticipated reads of 2023

Hi book lovers 2023 has some amazing books set to publish this year. I know what youre thinking, Gaby it’s May shouldn’t you have posted this article in January?

Yes, that would have been a great idea but as the year goes on there are more and more novels that I learn about and that I decide to add to my tbr. So, I feel like a middle of the year anticipated reads works better for me.

Some on this list are already out but I haven’t read them yet so I am counting them.

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May 8, 2023 0