Genre: Historical Fantasy, YA Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ After hearing a lot of hype about These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong, I finally decided to read it myself. While the book was good, it did not really live up to my expectations. Essentially the novel is a Romeo and Juliet retelling that takes place in 1926Continue reading “Book Review: These Violent Delights”
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Book Review: Redemptor
Genre: YA Fantasy Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Once again I’m astounded by everything Jordan Ifueko fit into just one book! I honestly wasn’t sure that Ifueko could top the epic feat of Raybearer, but Redemptor was absolutely stunning! Redemptor picks up where Raybearer left off and follows Tarisai as she attempts to fulfill her promise to theContinue reading “Book Review: Redemptor”
Book Review: The Portals of Tartae
Genre: YA Fantasy, Portal Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ After connecting with the author on Facebook, I was extremely excited to dive into The Portals of Tartae by Marcia Soligo! Marcia graciously sent me a signed copy of her wonderful novel, and I have to say, it was such a pleasant surprise! The novel is about OliviaContinue reading “Book Review: The Portals of Tartae”
Book Review: Lakesedge
Genre: YA Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I was beyond excited when I received an email from NetGalley saying that my wish for Lakesedge by Lyndall Clipstone was granted! I heard that this book was going to be in one of the monthly book boxes I’m subscribed to, so I was elated to have the chance toContinue reading “Book Review: Lakesedge”
Book Review: Sawkill Girls
Genre: Horror, Fantasy, LGBTQIA+, YA Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ Sawkill Girls by Claire Legrand was yet another book I was avoiding since I’ve seen so much hype about it, but when The Novel Neighbor recommended it to me, I finally decided to pick it up. Overall, this book was certainly unexpected and had a good balance ofContinue reading “Book Review: Sawkill Girls”
Book Review: Raybearer
Genre: YA Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ When The Novel Neighbor announced that they were doing a virtual event with Jordan Ifeuko and Chloe Gong, I immediately had to read Raybearer, which has been on my TBR since it came out! I don’t normally buy books before reading them, but after finishing Raybearer and watching Jordan IfeukoContinue reading “Book Review: Raybearer”
Book Review: Dragon by Midnight
Genre: YA Fantasy, Fairytale Retelling Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recently joined BookSirens, a site that is dedicated to connecting readers with new books! I was absolutely stoked to find Dragon by Midnight by Karen Kincy on the site because I had recently added it to my TBR, and I could not wait for it to beContinue reading “Book Review: Dragon by Midnight”
Book Review: Now Entering Addamsville
Genre: YA Paranormal Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Once again The Novel Neighbor comes through with a fantastic recommendation! I’ve been reading a lot of LGBTQIA+ books lately, especially books with ace characters, and this was one of many recommended by my favorite indie bookstore. Now Entering Addamsville by Francesca Zappia is a wonderful story that willContinue reading “Book Review: Now Entering Addamsville”
Book Review: Where the Stars Sing
Genre: Dystopian, Fantasy, LGBTQIA+ Rating: ⭐ I’ll start off by saying that I rarely rate books one star, but this book was a doozy. I read an ARC of Where the Stars Sing by Aminah Fox, which is the first book in a series. It’s clear from the author’s note at the end of theContinue reading “Book Review: Where the Stars Sing”
Book Review: Foxfire in the Snow
Genre: YA Fantasy, LGBTQIA+ Rating: ⭐⭐ I really thought I was going to like this book based on the synopsis. It has a lot of good components, such as a nonbinary protagonist, an adventurous quest, and magic! Unfortunately, while the book had potential, the execution left a lot to be desired. Sorin is determined toContinue reading “Book Review: Foxfire in the Snow”
The Biased Bibliophile 