I requested the eARC of The Girl King from Bloomsbury on Netgalley. I saw Samantha Shannon say some great things about it, so even though I didn't know much myself I was intrigued! It's is another in a longish line of Asian inspired YA fantasy novels, which I just can't get enough of. But! I saw lots … Continue reading The Girl King: Netgalley Review
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Wicked Saints: Netgalley Review
I requested an arc of Wicked Saints for review from St. Martins Press and they graciously offered me the chance to read it and provide feedback. I was so excited when I got this eARC in my inbox. I know it doesn't hit shelves until April, but I simply couldn't wait. I gave it 5 stars, so … Continue reading Wicked Saints: Netgalley Review
The Brilliant Death Blog Tour
I am so thrilled to partner with Penguin Teen and Viking Books to talk about The Brilliant Death by Amy Rose Capetta. Click here for the Synopsis! A lush, Italian-inspired fantasy romance about a Mafia daughter that will sweep you off your feet! Since childhood, Teodora has harbored a secret: she is a strega, blessed (or cursed) with … Continue reading The Brilliant Death Blog Tour
Top Ten Tuesday: My Backlist
Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in June of 2010 and was moved to That Artsy Reader Girl in January of 2018. It was born of a love of lists, a love of books, and a desire to bring bookish friends together. This week is devoted to my book backlist. Some of those books … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: My Backlist
How to Fracture a Fairy Tale: Netgalley Review
NetGalley approved me as a reviewer for How to Fracture a Fairy Tale by Jane Yolen. I loved the cover, and I was very interested in some of the fairy tales described in the synopsis. A few tales did really resonate with me, while some other failed to grab my interest. Keep reading for my final verdict … Continue reading How to Fracture a Fairy Tale: Netgalley Review
Vengeful: Book Review
So I'm a bit late to the party on this, but I read Vengeful by VE Schwab right after release and I have some thoughts on what worked and what did not. I know a lot of people really loved this book and identified a lot with a new character, Marcella. Personally, I found her role … Continue reading Vengeful: Book Review
Beneath the Citadel: ARC Review
I received an ARC of Beneath the Citadel by Destiny Soria from Abrams Kids in exchange for an honest review! I was immediately attracted to the amazing book cover, and it's spooky atmosphere. The premise sounded pretty familiar for YA Fantasy, so I went in hoping for a new world to immerse myself in. Though I did … Continue reading Beneath the Citadel: ARC Review
Zero Sum Game: NetGalley Review
I received a digital arc of Zero Sum Game by S. L. Huang from NetGalley, and I was also lucky enough to get a physical arc from Tor during San Diego Comic-con. I heard some great things about this book, but it is not my usual genre so I was cautiously optimistic going into this one. Zero Sum … Continue reading Zero Sum Game: NetGalley Review
Shadow of the Fox: NetGalley Review
I was recently approved for an eArc of Shadow of the Fox by Julie Kagawa. I saw the word kitsune and I was sold! I have a kitsune tattoo on my foot, and a deep love Japanese language and mythology so I really enjoyed diving into this fun, magical world. Read on to learn more … Continue reading Shadow of the Fox: NetGalley Review
The Darkdeep: NetGalley Review
I recently received an Arc of The Darkdeep by Ally Condie and Brendan Reichs from NetGalley. I'm so happy I had the chance to read this awesome middle-grade story, and here are a few reasons you should consider adding it to your Fall reading list. Click Here for the Synopsis!When a bullying incident sends twelve-year-old Nico Holland … Continue reading The Darkdeep: NetGalley Review