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.
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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.
Book Review: Gone Before Goodbye by Reese Witherspoon & Harlan Coben
Discover my spoiler-free review of Gone Before Goodbye by Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben. I break down the cover design, pacing, characters, themes, and whether this buzzy new thriller actually lives up to the hype.
Book Review: Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaughy
Discover why Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy is a must-read. In this review, I explore its moody aesthetics, layered characters, and powerful themes of climate change, trust, and love.
Book Review: The Road by Cormac McCarthy
A stark review of Cormac McCarthy’s The Road—a Pulitzer Prize–winning novel of survival, love, and bleak beauty. Is it worth the hype? Find out.
Book Review: The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow
Discover The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow—an enchanting tale that blends myth, history, and love into a timeless, unforgettable story.
Book Review: Salt & Broom by Sharon Lynn Fisher
Discover Salt & Broom by Sharon Lynn Fisher—a witchy, romantic Jane Eyre reimagining full of cozy mystery, gothic charm, and autumn magic.
Book Review: Never Let Me Go
Never Let Me Go is written like a memoir, but through vignettes of a person’s life calls humanity into question. You’ll be haunted by the echoes for a long time
Book Review: Sandwich by Catharine Newman
A heartfelt review of Sandwich by Catharine Newman—exploring motherhood, menopause, memory, and the quiet power of this summer novel.