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Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

dark mysterious

3.5

The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent

adventurous challenging dark tense

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

The Serpent and the Wings of Night was a wild ride! While the beginning started a bit slow for me, once it picked up, I was completely hooked. The twists were twisting, and by the end, my jaw was on the floor. The world-building, the tension, and the characters (hello, emotional rollercoaster) kept me glued to the pages. If you’re looking for a book that will leave you reeling, this is it! Can’t wait to dive into the next book!

To No End by Lexy Night

adventurous emotional tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

I devoured this book! The engaging plot, dynamic characters, and off-the-charts chemistry between the leads had me flipping pages like crazy. The spice? 🔥 Absolutely top-tier—perfectly balancing passion and intensity.

And that cliffhanger… WOW. Breathless and 100% desperate for the next book. @Author Lexy Night knows exactly how to keep us on edge!

One of the BEST surprises? The bonus content. 🙌 It delivered and added such incredible depth to the story. I loved every second of it!

If you’re looking for a book that will pull you in and not let go, To No End is IT.

Her Soul to Take by Harley Laroux

challenging dark tense

4.0

This book was a wild, dark ride, and I enjoyed every minute of it. The grumpy demon, Leon, completely stole the show—his character was everything I didn’t know I needed. And let me just say, I never thought I’d admit to being into a forked tongue, but here we are. 😅😂

I really appreciated the balanced of the steamy moments with an intriguing, dark storyline. That quote, “If you live in the dark long enough, you’ll forget how the light feels like,” perfectly captures the atmospheric and eerie tone of the book

Shamrock Kisses by Serena Pier

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

Shamrock Kisses is an absolute gem of a holiday novella, and Patrick and Rachel’s story has easily become my favorite in this series. What sets this book apart is its thoughtful and realistic portrayal of mental health struggles.

Patrick’s character is such a refreshing departure from the usual romance archetype—his “dad bod hottie” charm makes him all the more relatable and endearing. I hope we get more of their story!!

Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Cupid's Shot by Serena Pier

fast-paced

4.0

Sorrow and Starlight by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti

adventurous dark tense medium-paced

4.0

I recommend doing the tandem read of book 8 & 8.5. I don’t think I would have enjoyed the books as much if I read them separately. I loved getting the POV from the characters beyond the veil! I’m getting sad knowing my zodiac academy ride is almost to the end. 

Beyond the Veil by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti

adventurous dark tense medium-paced

4.0

I recommend doing the tandem read of book 8 & 8.5. I don’t think I would have enjoyed the books as much if I read them separately. I loved getting the POV from the characters beyond the veil! I’m getting sad knowing my zodiac academy ride is almost to the end. 

Quicksilver by Callie Hart

adventurous emotional tense

4.0