About: My March TBR includes 17 books that I want to read in March. I will finally read Babel by R.F. Kuang and get started on my Diverse Reading Challenge.
(more…)17 Books on My March TBR
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January Wrap Up: 37 Books Read
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About: I’ve decided to shake things up this year by changing my monthly wrap-ups. In my January Wrap Up, I review all 37 books I read and get into the details of my reading challenges and the top three books on my want-to-read and upcoming releases lists.
(more…)Review: Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan
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The Gist: A lush and romantic young adult fantasy about how far a daughter will go to save her mom.
Series: The Celestial Kingdom, #1
Release Date: January 11, 2022
Synopsis
Growing up on the moon, Xingyin is accustomed to solitude, unaware that she is being hidden from the feared Celestial Emperor who exiled her mother for stealing his elixir of immortality. But when Xingyin’s magic flares and her existence is discovered, she is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.
Alone, powerless, and afraid, she makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. Disguising her identity, she seizes an opportunity to learn alongside the emperor’s son, mastering archery and magic, even as passion flames between her and the prince.
To save her mother, Xingyin embarks on a perilous quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies across the earth and skies. But when treachery looms and forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, she must challenge the ruthless Celestial Emperor for her dream—striking a dangerous bargain in which she is torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos.
Daughter of the Moon Goddess begins an enchanting, romantic duology which weaves ancient Chinese mythology into a sweeping adventure of immortals and magic—where love vies with honor, dreams are fraught with betrayal, and hope emerges triumphant.
Ending
HFN regarding the plot but the love triangle is not resolved.
Representation
• Chinese-coded main character
• Chinese-coded supporting characters
• Chinese-coded side characters
• Chinese-coded supporting characters
• Chinese-coded side characters
Possible Triggers: Yes
• Death
• Knife violence
• Arrow violence
• Attempted murder
• Non-consensual mind manipulation/compulsion
• Abduction
• Imprisonment
• Knife violence
• Arrow violence
• Attempted murder
• Non-consensual mind manipulation/compulsion
• Abduction
• Imprisonment
Mature Themes
• Sexual content doesn’t surpass kissing
• See Ending for HEA status.
• See Possible Triggers for Abuse and OTT sad parts.
• See Ending for HEA status.
• See Possible Triggers for Abuse and OTT sad parts.
Format: Paperback
Rating: 5-stars
(more…)End of Year Book Survey: 2022
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Overview: Through the End of Year Book Survey – created by Jamie at Perpetual Page-Turner – I’ve thoroughly reflected on the 450 books I’ve read throughout 2022.
(more…)2022 Wrap Up: 450 books read
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Summary: I read 450 books in 2022, surpassing my reading goal! In my 2022 Wrap Up, I break down my reading habits, including my favourite reads and my plans for 2023!
(more…)38 Adventurous Books Read in August
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A detailed look at August’s reading habits: My August Wrap includes 38 books read and one DNF, with adventurous plots and romances! My September Hopefuls list includes two books by R.F. Kuang: The Poppy War and Babel.
(more…)The End of Year Book Tag: 2022
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Quick Take: The End of Year Book Tag includes six questions that unpack the books I still need and want to read in 2022 and my bookish plans for 2021.
(more…)11 Holiday Romances to Read this Winter
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Quick Take: Eleven books to read this winter, including four new holiday romances I’ve hauled and some old favourites featuring a few grumpy Heroes.
(more…)45 Poignant Books Read in July
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A detailed look at July’s reading habits: My July Wrap includes 45 books read and four DNFs, with some poignant themes! My August Hopefuls list includes two hyped books: Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby and A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman.
(more…)It’s Finally Fall Book Tag: 2022
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Quick Take: My It’s Finally Fall Book Tag includes eight autumnal books I recommend reading in the fall season and six books I plan to read this fall, including a feminist retelling of The Ramayana.
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