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Moonkissed by Latoya Morris

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Moonkissed is a YA fantasy book with very unique concepts that make it such an interesting and fun read. Furthermore it has: the moon god, the sun goddess, magic, animals, romance, family dynamics, friendships and so much more! 

If you're a YA fantasy lover who loves some good twists then this is definitely for you. I was quite sad at the end of the book merely because of finishing it. I already miss them!

I really adore the characters, the magic and I'm still intriqued about the gods and their customs and rules. Also the animals in this book are so fun to read about, it's quite the magical read. Definitely recommend! 📖✨

Blessed by the Fae by Jada McCrary

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Blessed by the Fae is a YA fantasy book with a lot of great aspects: magic, romance, mysteries, secrets, betrayals, fae, elves, humans, (good and evil) creatures, interesting world and so much more. 

The first half of the book was fast-paced, it made some things lack certain depth and feel a tad rushed. This could have been executed better. The plot, characters, the world and the potential of the book is what kept me going. The second half of the book however significantly improved in pace and depth, so I'd definitely suggest to keep going if you're struggling in the first half because it's definitely worth it. 

Waking Up the Giants by Anna Cackler

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Waking up the Giants is a standalone short novella with very unique and magical aspects. There is a war going on between the Amau from the North and the people of Lujor, Nora and Eoghan were send on a last resort type of mission to find the clarion the myths speak of and bring it to the peak of the mountain to raise the giants, the Giants in the stories are loyal to Lujor because it is their home. As such, they would fight for it. 

But what is true, what is make-belief and what is pure magic? This novella is very beautifully written, very magical and inspirational. I would have actually loved this to be a book instead of a novella or even a series! For any fantasy lovers who enjoy a good, short novella this is for you. Definitely recommend it!  💛💛

The Glass Wheel by Anna Cackler

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

The Glass Wheel is a standalone novella that feels like a fairytale retelling but then set into the Sibylline saga world. It was darker then expected but beautifully written. I love how it has plenty of depth and describes loss and mourning, depression and such feelings after losing a loved one. 

If you enjoy fairytale retellings then you'll love this novella! 🖤🖤

Conspirators' Kingdom by Elyse Thompson

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5.0

Conspirator's kingdom is a NA fantasy book about a villain and villainess and their ambitions, schemes and enemies. To think I thought I'd been introduced to everything in this series in the first book, and yet, this book brought so many new aspects to live. Magic, fae, shapeshifters, political schemes, found family, romance and one of my favorite quote from this book sums it up pretty well:  “Gods help our enemies. They’ll need it more.” 

The book is one of a kind and for any dark romantasy lovers, you'll definitely love this! While Conspirator Kingdom is book two in the Mages of Oblivion series, the books can easily be read as standalones! 

Bluewater by Anna Cackler

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• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Bluewater is a standalone novella, a fantasy romance based in The Sibyline Saga world. The pace, smooth writing and story kept me at the edge of my seat and unable to put it down. I'm not going to say much, this is the kind of tale you have to read for yourself (much like Starsong from the same author, actually!), all I can say is that it's one of a kind! If you like a fantasy tale about Merfolk and humans, then this is definitely something you'll enjoy!

Starsong by Anna Cackler

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Starsong is a short fantasy novella with special, magical moments that are such a charm to this novella. Furthermore it includes romance and family dynamics. 

I absolutely adore the sister dynamics, of loving, teasing, arguing and all in between. The novella is written beautifully, almost magically and despite it being a short story, it doesn't feel rushed. It had a medium pace, one that pulled you in from the start and introduced the characters enough to immediately feel a connection to them.

Go check out this book, it's beautiful! Definitely recommend Starsong to all fantasy lovers! 🌟🎶

The Good and the Green by Amy Yorke

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

5.0

The Good and the Green is a cozy fantasy with a great romance and elements such as old magic, magical (poisonous) vines, cats, nature, found family, town society, friendships, love, creatures of nature and other creatures; elves, orcs, pixies, humans, the spriggan/wood spirit, wildcats and possibly more! Furthermore the inventions (transport ones for example) were so interesting and fun to read about as well, very original! 

If you want a cozy fantasy read with romance and plenty of magical and fantasy elements as well as a rollercoaster of emotions (happy, sad and everything in between) then this is for you! 

I definitely recommend this beautiful novel to any fantasy lovers, including romantasy lovers! 💚

Tears of the Maelstrom by Timothy Wolff

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Tears of the Maelstrom is book two of the Legacy of Boulom series. If you haven't read book 1; Platinum Tinted Darkness yet, I'd definitely recommend reading that first (feel free to look up my review on the first book).

The storyline is amazing, it takes off right where the first book left off. I missed the characters so much. I'm trying to describe the gravity of everything that happens in this book without spoilers, which is harder then expected. All I can say is that if you loved book one, you'll love book two! It has everything we love about book 1 and more. From Gods, Harbingers of the Gods, wars, political intrique, romance, humour, magic, different species, creatures and kingdoms. A glorious book, indeed 🤭!

Personally I can't wait to continue in the final and third book of this trilogy series. I definitely recommend this book and series in general to High Fantasy lovers. 📚✨

The Wishing Well by Elena Shelest

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• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

The Wishing Well is a YA fantasy novella in a historical setting (17th century). It has a magical well, spirits/nymphs and other mentioned creatures, Ukrainian traditions and folklore, friends to lovers, family dynamics including meddling family members, fun bets among maidens, playfulness and plenty of angst! For a novella, despite it being a quick read, the pace doesn't feel too fast. It feels realistic and I enjoyed reading the novella so much! 

I can genuinely say I just want more. I feel so attached to the characters and this time period, the culture and traditions that I just want to learn more about it.  I also think it's really impressive to make a reader feel this attached and connected to what's happening, the society/time period/world and the characters - even more so because it's a novella.

Definitely recommend this one! 📖✨