A thoughtful review of The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo, exploring its historical fantasy setting, complex characters, restrained romance, and powerful themes of magic, morality, and survival during the Spanish Inquisition
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Rom-Com, But Make It Reflective: Review of The Boyfriend Sessions
A thoughtful review of The Boyfriend Sessions by Belinda Williams, examining its rom-com charm, character-driven growth, cover design strengths and weaknesses, and why this friends-to-lovers story worked better than expected.
Goblin Fruit & Bitter Aftertaste: A Thoughtful Look at The Goblin Market
A candid review of Goblin Market and Other Poems by Christina Rossetti, exploring its lush language, heavy symbolism, religious themes, and why this classic Victorian narrative poem didn’t quite work for me.
Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk – Book Review & Analysis
A sharp review of Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk—cover design, themes, writing style, and why this cult classic still hits hard today.
A Locked-Room Mystery on Rails: Why Everyone On This Train Is A Suspect Delivers
A thoughtful review of Everyone On This Train Is A Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson, exploring its clever locked-room mystery, self-aware narration, standout cover design, and why this stylish sequel is such a fun, smart read for mystery lovers.
Tea & Alchemy Review: A Cozy Vampire Fantasy with Heart
A cozy fantasy review of Tea & Alchemy by Sharon Lynn Fisher, featuring tea leaf magic, a fresh take on vampires, gentle romance, and a beautifully illustrated cover.
Magic, Memory, and Found Love: A Review of The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer
A thoughtful review of The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer, exploring its fairytale structure, LGBTQ+ themes, whimsical storytelling, and why this cozy, magical novel is under-hyped.
Magic, Terror & Love.A Review of Blackwicket by Bea Northwick: A Dark Gothic Romantasy
A moody, atmospheric review of Blackwicket by Bea Northwick—a dark gothic romantasy steeped in curses, family legacies, moral grey areas, and haunting magic. Under-hyped and unforgettable.
Book Review: The Last Crown
If you’ve read The Widow Queen, you know Swietoslawa’s story is far from over— The Last Crown proves just how deep the fog of fate, faith & family loyalty can run.
Book Review: The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb
The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb hits more emotional notes than thrilling ones. Read my full review exploring its design, themes, and what makes this classical-music mystery slightly over-hyped—but still worth reading.