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The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years by Shubnum Khan
5.0
I had no idea what to expect going into this, but I am just so overwhelmed by this book!!! This is a story that holds multitudes.
A father and daughter, Sana, move into a huge house by the sea that is broken up into apartments. The house itself is a mansion that's falling apart. It seems ugly at first. It's multiple different architectural styles and its crumbling state. But this author breathed life into the bones of this house, taking me across time to learn the beautiful beginning and back to the intense end of this tale.
The multiple characters in this story are so well described, especially emotionally, that I felt such a close attachment. I mean, truly, this is a gorgeous story of heartbreak, jealousy, grief... but more than any of that, it is a story of love. Not fast love, nothing so easy. But the kind of love that forms through understanding and time.
This really swept me away, and I highly recommend it!
Out January 9, 2024!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
A father and daughter, Sana, move into a huge house by the sea that is broken up into apartments. The house itself is a mansion that's falling apart. It seems ugly at first. It's multiple different architectural styles and its crumbling state. But this author breathed life into the bones of this house, taking me across time to learn the beautiful beginning and back to the intense end of this tale.
The multiple characters in this story are so well described, especially emotionally, that I felt such a close attachment. I mean, truly, this is a gorgeous story of heartbreak, jealousy, grief... but more than any of that, it is a story of love. Not fast love, nothing so easy. But the kind of love that forms through understanding and time.
This really swept me away, and I highly recommend it!
Out January 9, 2024!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
A Fragile Enchantment by Allison Saft
5.0
Okay. Let's just start with the whole vibe of this book, making me feel good in a comforting, blissful, perfect romance way... yet, also with plenty of friction between not only the characters but the different pieces to this world. Honestly, this was simply divine.
I love a good romance, and I especially love enemies-to-lovers. This kind-hearted main character, Niamh, has beautiful magic that gives her the ability to stitch her emotions into gowns, men's jackets, handkerchiefs, you name it. She is hired as a Machlander in the palace of Avaland, which until recently controlled her country, basically running it into the ground. This is where the politics of the story, this world, primarily arises. However, when she meets Kit, the soon to be married prince, things get all sorts of thorny and soft quite quickly.
I loved this so much. This is a humorous and romantic story that will be perfect to brighten anyone's day!
Out January 2, 2024!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
I love a good romance, and I especially love enemies-to-lovers. This kind-hearted main character, Niamh, has beautiful magic that gives her the ability to stitch her emotions into gowns, men's jackets, handkerchiefs, you name it. She is hired as a Machlander in the palace of Avaland, which until recently controlled her country, basically running it into the ground. This is where the politics of the story, this world, primarily arises. However, when she meets Kit, the soon to be married prince, things get all sorts of thorny and soft quite quickly.
I loved this so much. This is a humorous and romantic story that will be perfect to brighten anyone's day!
Out January 2, 2024!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
A Conjuring of Light by V.E. Schwab
5.0
First reread of the series since I bought the books 7 years ago... and it felt like finding my favorite books all over again. This ending leaves me so emotional, and I'm looking forward to picking up a new look into this world and these characters.
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Anoshe
A River of Golden Bones by A.K. Mulford
5.0
I just want to hug this book!!! I loved it so much for the comforting characters and the author's smooth storytelling. I am a huge fan of A.K. Mulford and this did not disappoint.
Calla is twin to the missing golden wolf princess, which, of course, makes Calla a missing princess too. They are the last of the golden wolves, wolf shifters, whose family were the monarchs of a kingdom. When Briar and Calla were born, an evil sorceress murdered their parents along with all the other golden wolves and took over their kingdom. Calla and Briar have been raised by a faerie who kept them safe until it was time for Briar to wed the prince of the silver wolves which also marked the time for both sisters to come out of hiding in secrecy. However, as per usual in any good book, things do not go as expected... at all.
Calla went through a journey in this story in more ways than one. There are so many meaningful and insightful quotes throughout this book that I definitely recommend a good highlighter or tabs for! Most meaningful to me is the author's incredibly kind and understanding way of expressing Calla's gender and the very real fears that go along with self-discovery. This not only made me feel seen but just so comforted by these characters (particularly Ora).
I definitely recommend this one!!
Out December 5, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
Calla is twin to the missing golden wolf princess, which, of course, makes Calla a missing princess too. They are the last of the golden wolves, wolf shifters, whose family were the monarchs of a kingdom. When Briar and Calla were born, an evil sorceress murdered their parents along with all the other golden wolves and took over their kingdom. Calla and Briar have been raised by a faerie who kept them safe until it was time for Briar to wed the prince of the silver wolves which also marked the time for both sisters to come out of hiding in secrecy. However, as per usual in any good book, things do not go as expected... at all.
Calla went through a journey in this story in more ways than one. There are so many meaningful and insightful quotes throughout this book that I definitely recommend a good highlighter or tabs for! Most meaningful to me is the author's incredibly kind and understanding way of expressing Calla's gender and the very real fears that go along with self-discovery. This not only made me feel seen but just so comforted by these characters (particularly Ora).
I definitely recommend this one!!
Out December 5, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
This Spells Love by Kate Robb
4.75
I absolutely adored this! It's a cute romcom with a bit of spice, and it just hit all my feel-good buttons.
Gemma just got out of a 4 year relationship and is lost now after believing she had a safe plan for basically the rest of her life. When her lovely aunt proposes a spell to stop Gemma from even starting that relationship, her whole world changes. Not huge changes like global catastrophe, but she moves to an alternate universe that holds many surprises.
This book. First, I don't have siblings, but I wish I had a sister like Gemma's sister Kiersten. Second, omg I need an unhealthy amount of donuts and coffee after reading this! The way I craved a donut throughout this story is absolutely ungodly.
I thought this was funny and sweet. Gemma at first comes across as a bit self-absorbed (but who wouldn't in this situation), but she grows throughout the story, and that was really great to see.
Out December 5, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!!!
Gemma just got out of a 4 year relationship and is lost now after believing she had a safe plan for basically the rest of her life. When her lovely aunt proposes a spell to stop Gemma from even starting that relationship, her whole world changes. Not huge changes like global catastrophe, but she moves to an alternate universe that holds many surprises.
This book. First, I don't have siblings, but I wish I had a sister like Gemma's sister Kiersten. Second, omg I need an unhealthy amount of donuts and coffee after reading this! The way I craved a donut throughout this story is absolutely ungodly.
I thought this was funny and sweet. Gemma at first comes across as a bit self-absorbed (but who wouldn't in this situation), but she grows throughout the story, and that was really great to see.
Out December 5, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!!!
The Kingdom of Sweets by Erika Johansen
4.0
This is a haunting and chilling take on the beautiful ballet The Nutcracker. The sumptuous style of writing used in this story details every creepy piece of this world and its characters. It's a very strange take on the classic, but I couldn't resist this delight.
At times, the story seemed to jump from place to place rather quickly, but it retained the same sinister vibe throughout which held this world together. This is definitely an interesting read!
Out November 28, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
At times, the story seemed to jump from place to place rather quickly, but it retained the same sinister vibe throughout which held this world together. This is definitely an interesting read!
Out November 28, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher
4.75
This was such a delight! Gwen is a princess at Camelot, years after Arthur Pendragon has turned to myth. Arthur is her betrothed. However, neither is looking forward to their future together because both are queer.
Gwen has spent years falling for the one and only female knight that takes part in the tournament every summer while Art is falling for Gwen's brother. This story is not only romantic but is full of meaningful moments. The dialogues, the banter, is so funny and enjoyable.
The ending completely surprised me. I thought this would never get too serious, but the ending is intense!
Out November 28, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
Gwen has spent years falling for the one and only female knight that takes part in the tournament every summer while Art is falling for Gwen's brother. This story is not only romantic but is full of meaningful moments. The dialogues, the banter, is so funny and enjoyable.
The ending completely surprised me. I thought this would never get too serious, but the ending is intense!
Out November 28, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!