Leviathan Wakes starts slow but delivers one hell of a payoff with gripping space politics, compelling characters, mystery, and some seriously unsettling sci-fi horror. I’m officially ready to dive deeper into The Expanse. Continue reading Leviathan Wakes Review | Sci-Fi Horror, Space Politics & The Expanse
The Verdant Cage by Jess Lourey was such a pleasant surprise! Atmospheric, mysterious, and packed with tension, this YA dystopian thriller pulled me into Noah’s Valley and its increasingly sinister secrets. With compelling characters, dangerous discoveries, and an ending that left me very happy there’s a sequel coming, this one was far more captivating than I expected. 🌿🖤 Continue reading The Verdant Cage Review 🌿 | Dark Dystopian Fantasy, Mystery & Deadly Secrets
The Poisons We Drink uses a Witcher-inspired fantasy concept to explore systemic racism, corruption, and power in compelling ways, even if its flawed heroine sometimes makes the journey frustrating. Continue reading The Poisons We Drink Review | Dark Fantasy, Racism & Corruption
Today I’m reviewing A Thousand Perfect Lies by Monica Murphy—a gripping, character-driven YA mystery built on secrets, deception, family loyalty, and the fragile nature of truth. With an elite boarding school, a secret identity, and plenty of suspicious characters, this one surprised me in the best way. Continue reading A Thousand Perfect Lies Podcast Review | Secrets, Deception & a Twisty YA Mystery
A Thousand Perfect Lies by Monica Murphy completely surprised me. This twisty YA mystery combines an elite boarding school, a secret identity, complicated family dynamics, romance, and enough secrets to make nearly everyone suspicious. As someone who can be picky about contemporary YA mysteries, I ended up enjoying this one so much more than I expected. 🖤🔪📚 Continue reading A Thousand Perfect Lies Review | Twisted Secrets, Dark Academia & a Mystery That Delivers
Today I’m reviewing Unending by Ivelisse Housman, the long-awaited sequel to Unseelie. With dual perspectives, rich faerie world-building, heartfelt sisterhood, and meaningful character growth, this YA fantasy finale was absolutely worth the wait. Continue reading Unending Podcast Review | A Worthy Finale to the Unseelie Duology
After waiting two years for the sequel, Unending by Ivelisse Housman was everything I hoped for. With dual perspectives, emotional character growth, breathtaking faerie magic, and a heartfelt exploration of sisterhood, this finale delivers a satisfying conclusion to the Unseelie duology. ✨🧚📚 Continue reading Unending Review | A Worthy Conclusion to the Unseelie Duology by Ivelisse Housman
I Killed the King delivers exactly what its premise promises: a clever locked-room murder mystery wrapped in a fantasy setting. With political intrigue, magic, shifting alliances, and plenty of suspects, this YA fantasy is perfect for readers who love Knives Out with a magical twist. 🔪👑✨ Continue reading I Killed the King Review | Knives Out Meets Fantasy in a Clever Locked-Room Mystery
A new month means a new Book of the Month! August’s pick is Survival Show by Juno Dawson—a thrilling YA dystopian novel that combines a deadly singing competition, political intrigue, and high-stakes survival. If you love stories packed with suspense, social commentary, and impossible choices, this is one you won’t want to miss. Continue reading August Book of the Month: Survival Show by Juno Dawson | A Deadly Dystopian Thriller
Beast Becomes Her by Crystal Seitz combines Norse mythology, dark academia vibes, supernatural murder mysteries, and a powerful coming-of-age story. With emotional depth, strong character development, and a gripping mystery, this YA fantasy kept me hooked from beginning to end. 🐺🖤📚 Continue reading Beast Becomes Her Review | Dark Academia, Norse Mythology & a Gripping Murder Mystery
