Review: Spin the Dawn by Elizabeth Lim

July 8, 2019July 8, 201916 Comments

Spin the Dawn by Elizabeth Lim intrigued me from my first glimpse as I love Project Runway as well as anything Mulan inspired. This story of a sewing competition is thrilling to read as the main character competes under a fraudulent identity, and I enjoyed her passion and the care she provides for her family. What I didn’t love was the rest of the book after the competition is over, as the story changes dramatically after only a third of the way through. I must say I was disappointed in this one since I had such high hopes for it. Continue reading →

Book Review: Nocturna by Maya Motayne

April 25, 2019April 25, 201915 Comments

Nocturna by Maya Motayne is a novel I had been highly anticipating since I first heard of its release, and I am happy to say it lived up to my expectations. I love the idea of a prince and a thief who steals faces so unique, and the main characters are well-developed. I also enjoyed the execution of the magic system and the originality of each person’s abilities. Nocturna is a book that is entertaining and compelling, and I would recommend it to fans of the fantasy genre. Continue reading →

Review: When Irish Guys Are Smiling

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When Irish Guys Are Smiling by Suzanne Supplee is an entertaining read about travel, friendship, and self-discovery. The main character is realistic, and the setting is described beautifully. I haven’t read very many books set in Ireland, but I am definitely interested in reading more. Continue reading →

Review & Giveaway: THE DECEIVERS by Kristen Simmons

February 11, 2019February 11, 201913 Comments

Welcome to my stop along the tour for The Deceivers by Kristen Simmons! This incredible new contemporary series is going to be one that you are going to want to read this winter. Keep reading to learn more about the book and enter to win a copy for yourself! (INT, 13+) Continue reading →

Review: BLOODWITCH by Susan Dennard

February 7, 2019February 8, 201919 Comments

Title: Bloodwitch (The Witchlands #3)
Author: Susan Dennard
Publisher: Tor Teen
Publication Date: February 12, 2019

Summary (from Goodreads):

Fans of Susan Dennard's New York Times bestselling Witchlands series have fallen in love with the Bloodwitch Aeduan. And now, finally, comes his story.

High in a snowy mountain range, a monastery that holds more than just faith clings to the side of a cliff. Below, thwarted by a lake, a bloodthirsty horde of raiders await the coming of winter and the frozen path to destroy the sanctuary and its secrets.

The Bloodwitch Aeduan has teamed up with the Threadwitch Iseult and the magical girl Owl to stop the destruction. But to do so, he must confront his own father, and his past.

❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃

Bloodwitch Review

Bloodwitch by Susan Dennard is an incredible third instalment in The Witchlands series. The book has no shortage of epic battle scenes and the female characters are both fierce and heroic. The world-building is off the charts and will have fans of high fantasy desperate for more. Continue reading →