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The Haven, the Hallow, & the Highborn by Jessa Grey

adventurous challenging emotional lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

4.5

This packs a punch in 200 pages. It's adventurous, full of banter, magic, Fae trickery, and amazing loathing to lovers chemistry. I loved the quest to heal magic and save their land, their forced proximity journey together, and all the emotions. It's funny, tragic, intriguing, and utterly heartbreaking in the best way with the ending.
Caelum is a reformed rake, who uses his demons and past to fuel his leadership and i enjoyed Eedy's sass, determination, compassion and resilience. Together they make a strong team and meet the challenges that come their way. 


⚡"Ever since the day you stormed into my tent and called me a highborn rake, I've wanted to devour you and that wicked mouth"

⚡"I quite like hearing you threaten me"

⚡"Wait for me"

Fake Flames by Jaynhi Allen

challenging dark emotional reflective tense medium-paced

4.0

I was so conflicted on this. It definitely kept me intrigued, there is a lot of suspense and dark topics explored, but it was hard to root for their relationship. I adored Julian, he was smart, caring, empathic and determined, and his adoration for Leona even after everything was powerful, but I also feel he definitely deserved better. 
Leona is dangerous, manipulative, crazy but also vulnerable, Julian helped reveal a softer side to her, but still it was hard to overlook everything she's done and root for her to find happiness. 
It's a clever plot with fake dating, lots of secrets, power plays, and falling for each other unexpectedly. It was definitely a journey. 

You're Not The One by Anne T. Thyssen

hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

This was a fun mix of second chance romance and fake dating. I loved seeing their chemistry together, and how they move from one night stand to fake dating to more. They worked so well together and it helped them heal from their mutual failed relationships, and get their own chance at a hea.

Forbidden Taste by N. Slater

emotional lighthearted fast-paced

5.0

I thought Riley and Leo were perfection together, and then you throw in Hawk and it was another level. I absolutely loved the switch up of omega/alpha hybrid designations in this. It was unique, entertaining, and the characters connection and bond was so sweet and wholesome. 

Oath of Devotion and Ruin by Alexandra Rei

3.25

Devoured by Shadows by Rosalyn Stirling

challenging dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

5.0

This dives straight into the action as Arabella realises Elias has sacrificed himself to the enemy for her. Now it's her turn to save him, and she'll defeat anything that stands in her path to get back her mate. 
As she trains with her shadow magic, she has to make new alliances which will push her to confront her inner demons. 
I love the 'burn the world for him' and anti-heroine energy from Arabella, her new powers, and all the danger and chaos thrown her way. 
It was heartbreaking seeing Elias's struggles from Magnus, and the anguish through their mate bond. 
The story is full of sacrifice, pain, devotion and determination, and when the spice hits, it hits hard!
I was NOT prepared for the ending. Need the next book asap! I adore these characters and world, and need to see some justice and revenge! 

Earthlings by Ray Star

5.0

Bloodstream of Moonlight by Roxan Burley, Roxan Burley

adventurous dark emotional inspiring mysterious reflective medium-paced

4.0

Eira has been hiding her identity and powers while living amongst humans, using her gifts to help heal at the clinic. When Captain Cole is brought in injured after a mission, Eira secretly helps him heal and escape from agents, and sets off a chain reaction for them all. 
In this Dystopian England, there are hidden magical creatures, a rebellion against the dark, and a parasitic virus that puts you under their control.
The rebel force the League continues to fight against the Dark, and to uncover their plans and new weapons.  
Now a group of misfits have banded together featuring Eira a hybrid elf, Orun a hybrid Gargoyle, and Cole a human soldier, and together hope to save what's left of the world. 
I liked the use of healing magic, Glamours, and the controlling virus. 
It's a great blend of urban fantasy, magic and sci-fi, and has an entertaining range of characters. 
Definitely intrigued to know what happens in the next book. 

✨ "I'm fed up with them dictating and controlling our lives. The divide between us need to stop"
✨ "I help those who have no voice"

Gan Didean by Ivy Lewis

adventurous dark mysterious reflective fast-paced

5.0

I loved the intricate worldbuilding and faerie lore, and it's full of magic, mystery and danger. 
The story is powerful and adventurous, and at its core is a tale of devotion and friendship, and the lengths and sacrifices someone will go to for love.

It's a dark fairytale exploring the perils of Fae kind, the dangers of bargains, and relying on instincts to survive. 
Each chapter is an intriguing layer with its own journey, with flashbacks in time, meeting new characters, making new deals, and piecing together Mise's journey and rescue. 

I enjoyed the range of creatures including boggarts, nixies, imps, demons, seelies, and more.
This is a wonderful novella exploring folklore, trials, and survival, with a great sense of foreboding atmosphere, and themes of adventure, resilience, and bravery.

One to read if you enjoy Labyrinth, Alice in Wonderland, Neverending Story. 

Twisted Devotion by Poppy St. John

3.5