Writing and exploring stories with fairy tale inspirations.
I read an ARC of The Secret of Hartwood Hall by Katie Lumsden. Thank you, NetGalley and Penguin Group Dutton. This book is set in the past, with our main character an older governess who is a recent widower with a secret that means she’ll look over a strange place in order to keep her … Continue reading The Secret of Hartwood Hall by Katie Lumden-Book Review
I read an ARC copy of Lucha of the Night Forest. Thank you, NetGalley and Random House Children’s Publishing for this opportunity. I have to put a caveat here that this is a strong mood read book for me. When I was in a mood for mostly happy fantasy or silly books, this book dragged … Continue reading Lucha of the Night Forest by Tehlor Kay Meja
I read an ARC of Dear Medusa from Netgalley. This is a collection of poetry that tells the story of a young woman in high school who is seen as the school "whore" because she sleeps with basically any guy who will ask her out, though it becomes clear through the text as we read, … Continue reading Dear Medusa by Olivia A. Cole – Book Review
I read an ARC of Damsel by Evelyn Skye. Thank you for this opportunity Netgalley and Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine. The book starts with a princess riding with her father as they check on their people. He is a jolly king, aware that his people are suffering, but outwardly showing a smiling face … Continue reading Damsel by Evelyn Skye – Book Review
I read an ARC of To Shape Dragon's Breath on NetGalley. Thank you for the opportunity. I adored this book. It transported me to when I first began to read for myself and found the love of reading on my own and fell in love with the story in front of me. When I not … Continue reading To Shape A Dragon’s Breath by Moniquill Blackgoose: Book Review
I read an ARC of Nothing but the Rain from NetGalley and Tor Publishing Group. This short story is written in small spurts as a journal. It chronicles the life of an older woman stuck in the "rainiest" town in America. The thing is, this rain isn't just depressing, it's stealing people's memories. If any … Continue reading Nothing but the Rain by Naomi Salman-Short Story Review
I read an ARC of Murder Your Employer from NetGalley and Avid Reader Press. The book itself has an interesting tone, but honestly, it needed to trim down the fat, a lot. But what is this book about? This book is about Cliff, a man whose employer is the scum of the Earth, who tries … Continue reading Murder Your Employer by Rupert Holmes-Book Review
I read an ARC of The Witch and the Vampire from Netgalley and St. Martin's Press. Thank you very much for the opportunity. Unfortunately, I didn't find myself very invested in the relationship, but I did find myself invested in the world, which didn't end up too well for me in the long run. The … Continue reading The Witch and The Vampire by Francesca Flores-Book Review
I read an ARC of Dark Room Etiquette from NetGalley and Harpercollins Children’s Books in exchange for an honest review. This book is a depressing ride. If you read it, mind the triggers, and be ready more for contemplation of who you are and what makes people worth associating with, and who we are as … Continue reading Dark Room Etiquette by Robin Roe -Book Review
I read an ARC of Blood Debts from NetGalley and Macmillan-Tor/Forge in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much. This is a story about a family who thirty years ago their grandmother was lynched and their throne was stolen by another power-hungry family in New Orleans. Now another white, magic-hating group has shown … Continue reading Blood Debts by Terry J Benton-Walker: Book Review
Magical Fairy Tale 