Hungry Hearts by Elsie Chapman

Hungry Hearts by Elsie Chapman

Last updated on April 16, 2023

Hungry Hearts by Elsie Chapman is an exciting new cooking themed novel. This anthology has stories from some of my favourite authors and I can’t wait to read it. Anthologies are always hit or miss for me. However, I have high hopes for this book, as it features Sandhya Menon and Adi Alsaid. I have a feeling that there will be lots of different cultures represented in this one. I am just so thrilled to have a new YA food novel to add to my collection! Continue reading

Review: Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch

Review: Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch

Last updated on March 19, 2025

Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch is the perfect road trip book for your summer TBR. I have always been drawn to road trip novels, especially international road trip novels, so I was very excited when I heard about the release of Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch. This is a unique story in which the main character uses a guide book to get over heartbreak, and I loved her transformation. I also adored the setting, and I would definitely recommend this book for the summer. Continue reading

American Panda by Gloria Chao

American Panda by Gloria Chao

Last updated on March 18, 2025

American Panda by Gloria Chao is an authentic story that defies Asian stereotypes. The main character has a great voice, and she really fights for what she wants. Overall, I enjoyed the book, but the pacing and the humour didn’t entertain me. Continue reading

The Chaos of Standing Still by Jessica Brody

The Chaos of Standing Still by Jessica Brody

Last updated on May 9, 2024

The Chaos of Standing by Jessica Brody drew me in right from the start. It is the story of a girl stranded in an airport, but with a twist. There are so many interesting side characters and some super cute moments throughout the book. While I enjoyed the story, I found the constant interruptions for flashbacks to get annoying, and I wish I could have enjoyed it more. Continue reading