2023-12-26 22:52
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A book review blog focused on young adult literature as well as the occasional foray into adult fiction. Aside from book reviews, contests, memes, and commentary on bookish subjects are posted.
2023-12-23 17:02
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2023-12-14 20:13
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate l… Read More
2023-12-02 22:18
This post contains affiliate links you can use to purchase the book. If you buy the book using that link, I will receive a small commission from the sale.Nick and Noel's Christmas Playlist b… Read More
2023-12-01 21:38
This post contains affiliate links you can use to purchase the book. If you buy the book using that link, I will receive a small commission from the sale.So This Is Christmas by Jenny Holida… Read More
2023-12-01 15:47
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2023-11-26 05:18
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This post contains affiliate… Read More
2023-11-25 19:58
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate l… Read More
2023-11-18 22:46
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate l… Read More
2023-09-26 15:06
Hello lovely reader friends! Although the leaves are just starting to change here in upstate NY, I am thinking about what comes next. It’s the time where I start to consider what my TB… Read More
2023-08-19 16:57
When it comes to summer, I love lounging around with a contemporary romance. Give me a good trope and breezy writing and I am totally there! The following three books are romances that I br… Read More
2023-08-06 19:50
We are already almost through summer (I am so ready for the temperature to come down and the bugs to go away). I’ve gotten a little bit obsessive over these two books as they are for m… Read More
2023-07-30 19:15
Hey my wonderful bookish friends! I listened to 8 historical romance audiobooks pretty much in a row. These three books are the last of the historical romance TBR I had queued up for the sum… Read More
2023-07-27 18:29
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2023-07-23 13:58
I guess it is young adult summer over here! Honestly though I have been tearing through books this year. The following five books are ones I picked up from the library and eagerly read. Th… Read More
2023-07-09 17:27
Are you looking to get into historical romance? I find that I enjoy this genre because there’s some spice, but not too much spice. Usually the plots of these books are pretty interes… Read More
2023-07-01 04:40
While books about teenage pregnancy are not quite my go to, books with fall on the cover absolutely are. And so, I picked up Unexpecting by Jen Bailey. I have to admit, the comparison t… Read More
2023-06-24 20:09
Hello friends! Back at again with another recap of a few audiobooks I’ve been listening to and enjoying for various reasons. Of course, I can’t just keep to one genre because of… Read More
2023-05-30 04:26
Hi all! I can’t stop won’t stop listening to audiobooks! Here’s my recent reads with varying levels of enjoyment!
These Fleeting Shadows by Kate Alice Marshall
These Fleet… Read More
2023-05-29 14:48
Hi besties! Just wanted to pop in with some recommendations of contemporary romance that I recently read and loved! If you’ve read any of these — let me know your thoughts!
In A… Read More
2023-05-14 19:05
Hey bestie! Just popping in to tell you about five young adult books I’ve recently picked up and pretty much enjoyed! For more up to date thoughts on books and more, check out my Tikto… Read More
2023-05-12 18:46
I really absolutely enjoy Alisha Rai’s books. While You Were Dreaming is a wonderful addition to her list of titles. I picked this book up when I was feeling the urge to read… Read More
2023-04-09 18:17
I feel so lucky to have been able to listen to so many great young adult contemporary audiobooks. As per usual, below are my thoughts on five YA audiobooks that I’ve recently listened… Read More
2023-03-25 19:40
Five More Audiobooks I’ve Listened To Recently:
Back In A Spell by Lana Harper
Back In A Spell by Lana Harper is the third book in the Witches Of Thistle Grove series. This book st… Read More
2023-03-12 20:08
Hey bestie! Here’s a quick wrap up of five books I’ve recently read – in all sorts of genres as usual.
Lost In The Moment And Found by Seanan McGuire
Lately I have just be… Read More
2023-01-12 05:54
Another day another review dump, am I right? Today features five books I’ve recently read and for the most part enjoyed.
At Home On Marigold Lane by Debbie Mason
I just really enjo… Read More
2023-01-09 05:50
Hey bestie! Here’s another review dump of five audiobooks I’ve recently listened to and genuinely enjoyed!
A Cosmic Kind Of Love by Samantha Young
I really enjoyed listening to… Read More
2023-01-03 05:43
I really have been so into anthologies in 2022. Reclaim The Stars by Zoraida Cordova was the final anthology I read in 2022. While I had hoped to love this one more, I am glad I read it… Read More
2023-01-01 12:57
1. Read More Of My Own Books. This is probably one of my more evergreen resolutions as I feel like I make this one every year. However, for 2023, I have made a little game of it — gi… Read More
2022-12-24 05:24
There’s Something About Merry by Codi Hall is a sweet holiday romance set on a Christmas tree farm. This story apparently is a companion novel, but I haven’t read the first book… Read More
2022-12-22 05:35
I LOVE the Grinch and thus I found myself paying extra attention to You’re A Mean One, Matthew Prince by Timothy Janovsky. This is a gay romance about a young man whose heart grow… Read More
2022-12-21 05:52
Initially, I thought The Holiday Trap by Roan Parrish was going to be like The Parent Trap. I was wrong and that’s fine. This book is an LGBTQIA featuring story with a premise sim… Read More
2022-12-20 05:03
Mistletoe Cottage by Debbie Mason is the first book in the Harmony Harbor series. However, I’ve read other books in this series totally out of order with no issues. This story follows… Read More
2022-12-19 05:33
If you are looking for a sweet and fast holiday read that genuinely feels like a Hallmark movie, might I recommend Christmas At Silver Falls by Jenny Hale. It turns out that Jenny Hale&rsquo&hell…Read More
2022-12-18 15:00
Why Did I Listen To Eight Nights Of Flirting?
I am trying to get through my Netgalley queue and wanted to listen to a book that was a little less heavy than my previous listen – H… Read More
2022-12-12 16:46
Why Did I Listen To The Summer Of Christmas by Juliet Giglio and Keith Giglio?
I picked up The Summer Of Christmas by Juliet Giglio and Keith Giglio because I liked the cover and tho… Read More
2022-12-08 11:33
Serendipity: Ten Romantic Tropes Transformed edited by Marissa Meyer features different stories by a variety of young adult authors taking on tropes. The stories are all contemporary which I… Read More
2022-12-07 19:53
Why Did I Listen To The Christmas Clash by Suzanne Park?
Honestly, The Christmas Clash by Suzanne Park was available right then and there on Libby. I am also trying to get through both… Read More
2022-11-28 05:36
Hello! Onto the second half of my audiobook mini reviews. As I said, I have been listening to so many lately and feel no shame in my game. These books are varied with how much I enjoyed them… Read More
2022-11-27 10:32
Hi besties! I have been an audiobook listening machine lately! Here’s my first round up of what I’ve been listening to lately — with another round to come later this week!… Read More
2022-11-26 20:22
Game On edited by Laura Silverman is a young adult anthology. This book features 15 stories by different authors about games — winning, losing, competition. And I mean games in all sor… Read More
2022-11-25 20:34
It feels a little weird to read a witch book slightly outside of spooky season, on the verge of Santa season, but friends The Witch Hunt by Sasha Peyton Smith was worth my time. This yo… Read More
2022-11-22 16:43
You ever read a book and sit there thinking, wow this everything I love all at once wrapped up on one book? Friends, that was my experience with In The Shadow Garden by Liz Parker. This… Read More
2022-11-19 20:31
Once Upon A December by Amy E. Reichert was the ideal book to kick off my Christmas reading. This book was like a warm cup of tea. It made me feel cozy and so happy while reading it. This is… Read More
2022-11-13 02:03
Addicted To You
I am a sucker for books that are called TikTok sensations. Seriously, I am so curious and just cannot resist. So, I knew I had to read Addicted To You by Krista and Bec… Read More
2022-11-10 16:37
Witchful Thinking by Celestine Martin is the perfect spooky season read. Yes, it is set during the summer. HOWEVER, there’s some awesome paranormal world building that just puts me rig… Read More
2022-10-29 18:17
Hello friends! With it being a little colder out, I have been bundling up and reading through my TBR like a fiend. Here are four young adult books which I have very recently read and mostly… Read More
2022-10-23 20:26
Every autumn I gorge myself on seasonally appropriate books. Go Hex Yourself by Jessica Clare is absolutely spooky season appropriate. It took me a little longer than is my typical to g… Read More
2022-10-17 04:10
Vampires Never Get Old: Tales With Fresh Bite edited by Zoraida Cordova and Natalie C. Parker features different stories taking on pieces of mythology and lore that surround vampires. I… Read More
2022-10-02 18:31
Another day, another set of mini reviews. This time, here are five mini reviews of young adult books that I’ve recently read. Unfortunately not all were hits, but a few were gems.
Shin… Read More
2022-09-26 14:00
I am such a sucker for any and all retellings of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow. Raising The Horseman by Serena Valentino caught my eye because it seemed like such a unique take… Read More
2022-09-21 14:00
Blood Like Fate by Liselle Sambury is the sequel to Blood Like Magic – completing the duology. I was a little nervous to pick this one up as Blood Like Magic was a slower rea… Read More
2022-09-19 14:00
I love spooky season reading. I think one of my new annual traditions is picking up a book by Lana Harper. From Bad To Cursed is the second book in the Witches of Thistle Grove series… Read More
2022-09-06 14:00
I have just now come to the conclusion yesterday that Tessa Gratton is hit or miss for me. I was SO excited for Moon Dark Smile. The pitch absolutely appealed to me. Come on, Laini… Read More
2022-08-24 04:00
I think I am starting to get a better understanding and handle on Spicy books as they are called on booktok. It seems like one of the most hyped authors among this genre is Katee Robert. So… Read More
2022-08-22 18:19
Please note, this review will contain The Gilded Wolves spoilers. I was so eager to pick up The Silvered Serpents by Roshani Chokshi after completely enjoying The Gilded Wolve… Read More
2022-08-14 20:05
Mad About You by Mhairi McFarlane
It’s true — I have my heart set on devouring everything Mhairi McFarlane writes. After falling head over heels for Just Last Night, I thou… Read More
2022-08-04 10:30
I am listened to an abundance of audiobooks lately and just really feeling so lucky there are so many excellent books in my queue. Here’s a review dump of four recently listened to aud… Read More
2022-08-02 05:30
I am seriously a sucker for a gorgeous cover. The Stars Between Us by Cristin Terrill immediately drew my eye. The whole galaxy theme and the lovely purple dress were all the indication… Read More
2022-07-07 14:00
Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon
Listen, I know the premise of Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon seems a little ridiculous. However, let me tell you, this book was so much fun to r… Read More
2022-07-01 14:00
There is nothing quite like kicking back with a contemporary romance and just getting lost in the story. For The Love Of The Bard by Jessica Martin was a wonderful story for me to get l… Read More
2022-06-22 19:24
Hello friends! Here is another book review dump — there’s five books here that you might not have come across yet!
Meet The Sky by McCall Hoyle
Meet The Sky by McCall Hoyle has… Read More
2022-06-14 04:00
I was so excited to dive into A Mirror Mended by Alix E. Harrow. This novella was the sequel to A Spindle Splintered – which I LOVED. It stands to reason this novella would b… Read More
2022-06-07 14:00
Rise Of The Snake Goddess by Jenny Elder Moke is the next Samantha Knox book, second in the series. After fully enjoying my time with Curse Of The Spector Queen, I had high expectations… Read More
2022-06-03 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Arsenic And Adobo by Mia P. Manansala?
I am slowly starting to get into cozy mysteries. I know, just what I need, ANOTHER GENRE. Seriously, when my TBR pile is so big, I… Read More
2022-06-01 14:00
The Deal by Elle Kennedy came into my mailbox along with the rest of the Off Campus series and that was just the push I needed to read this book. Also? Spicy Booktok has kind of convinc… Read More
2022-05-30 14:00
Loveless by Alice Oseman seemed like a logical conclusion to pick off my shelves. You see, I had recently binge read the Heartstopper graphic novels and thought this book might als… Read More
2022-05-27 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Rivals by Katharine McGee?
Katharine McGee’s American Royals series is one that works really well via audio. So, it was not a question in my mind that I needed… Read More
2022-05-23 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Break This House by Candice Iloh?
Break This House by Candice Iloh seemed like a no brainer when it came to picking something to read/listen to. I thought Iloh’s de… Read More
2022-05-20 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Melt With You by Jennifer Dugan?
Jennifer Dugan is an author that I have never read but definitely wanted to pick up. Particularly with Pride Month just around the corner… Read More
2022-05-11 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Enola Holmes And The Black Barouche by Nancy Springer?
Similar to a lot of other people, I saw the Enola Holmes movie on Netflix and high key enjoyed it. I am such a… Read More
2022-05-09 14:00
I wish more people were reading Abigail Hing Wen. Her debut, Loveboat Taipei really hit for me — I love drama and travel and coming of age stories. So, I was very eager to pick up… Read More
2022-05-06 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Love, Decoded by Jennifer Yen?
If you’re looking to expand your palate when it comes to AAPI authors beyond Jenny Han, might I recommend Jennifer Yen? Love, De… Read More
2022-05-04 14:00
I preordered Part Of Your World by Abby Jimenez — even though I already had an eARC. Very rarely do I preorder books. However, I was kind of struggling with mental health and feel… Read More
2022-05-02 14:00
All Fired Up by Dylan Newton was on my must read list. You see, Newton cemented her way on my list with How Sweet It Is and the whole upstate New York in autumn setting which is my idea… Read More
2022-04-27 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Getting Over Max Cooper by Marcelle Karp?
As the weather starts to warm up and the snow starts to melt, I find myself being more interested in stories set during summer… Read More
2022-04-25 14:00
Why Did I Listen To Kiss & Tell by Adib Khorram?
Kiss & Tell by Adib Khorram initially appealed to me because it was pitched as a fictional boy band tell all sort of book. Additional… Read More
2022-04-18 04:00
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2022-04-16 14:00
At this point, I consider myself a Trish Doller megafan. I love her shift into adult romance. Of course, if Doller decided to write more young adult books, I would not complain. The Sui… Read More
2022-04-11 14:00
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2022-03-30 05:00
Broken Wish by Julie C. Dao is the first book of The Mirror series which is essentially a fractured fairy tales series. The concept is that four different authors each contribute one book to… Read More
2022-03-28 05:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-25 14:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-23 04:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-21 04:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-14 07:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-07 15:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-04 15:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-03-02 05:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-02-28 05:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This Is Not the Jess Show by Anna Carey… Read More
2022-02-25 21:35
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-02-23 06:30
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate l… Read More
2022-02-21 05:30
I keep moving through audiobooks like the wind. No complaints though — with how busy my life has been lately I love that I am still able to get some reading in via audiobook. Below are… Read More
2022-02-19 15:00
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate l… Read More
2022-02-13 15:00
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Payback's a Witch by Lana Harp… Read More
2022-02-02 05:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-01-31 05:00
I received this book for free from Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate links you… Read More
2022-01-24 05:30
I received this book for free from Library, Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.This post contains affiliate l… Read More
2022-01-21 05:00
You know how there is that trend on instagram of doing photo dumps? Where you put photos that you haven’t yet posted but don’t really have a logical place for them? So, you just… Read More
2022-01-17 07:00
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