Book Reviews

Is this a new favorite fantasy series? Yes, yes it is.

In which I return to Orc (or, well, half-orc) romance with whatever is the opposite of a bang (a plop?)

I Am Made of Death was probably my most anticipated read of the year, and it delivered… sort of. Kelly Andrew just writes in a way that works for my brain. You know when you read a book as a writer and think, “I wish this was my writing style.” That’s how I feel about … Read more

When a Scot Ties the Knot is such a fun romance book. I usually don’t read historical romances because they give me anxiety. All those rules, the rigid society, the couples not supposed to kiss or do anything scandalous—but they usually do. And I get so stressed out because someone might see them, and there … Read more

Disclaimer: I received a free advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for an honest review. Many thanks to the publisher, the author and NetGalley. This review will not contain spoilers. Salty, Spiced, and a Little Bit Nice by Cynthia Timoti is a contemporary romance that serves up sweetness, swoon, and just a pinch of spice. … Read more

Disclaimer: I received a free ARC in exchange for an honest review. Thanks to the author, the publisher and NetGalley. This review will contain no spoilers. Let me just say this right off the bat: The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy is the perfect example of a SLOW burn enemies-to-lovers romance. When I … Read more

A fun and engaging rom-com that was maybe a bit underdeveloped, but still a delight.

Pub Date February 4, 2025 Publisher Berkley Page Count 464 pages Genre Romance, Contemporary, Adult Goodreads Star Rating 4.27 My star rating 3.5 What’s Deep End About? Deep End by Ali Hazelwood is a college sports romance that follows Scarlett and Lukas who get into a power exchange sexual relationship. However, no one knows that … Read more

The Book of Azrael is certainly unique and it was interesting at the beginning, but then it started dragging.