A standalone epic fantasy loosely based on the mythology of Hades and Persephone, and while an enemies-to-lovers romance that has its sweet parts, the lack of world-building, endearing characterizations and number of plot holes made the novel quite anti-climatic.
Nine books read, three new books I want to read, including an epic fantasy inspired by West-African mythology and two anticipated releases!
A beautifully rich high fantasy that incorporates all the best parts of mythology–magic, the ancestry of gods, and a save-the-world quest–made all the more gripping by its earnest exploration of two sisters who would go through hell for each other. However, the plot’s climax revealed my apathy towards the quest’s fulfillment–saving the Queen didn’t feel like much of a success, given everyone I connected to had to suffer for it–making the novel not as enjoyable.
Twelve books read, and LGBTQIA+ romance I want to read, and four new additions to my Upcoming Release list.
My December Book Haul includes both my hardcopy and ebook purchases made since the start of December. The haul totals 9 books (including ebooks). This haul has a mix-mash of books ranging from medical memoirs to feminist nonfiction and romantic comedies.
Eight books read and three new books I want to read, including a psychological mystery that explores Japanese culture.
An entrancing standalone epic fantasy; it brings the magic of books to life through the Heroine's journey to discover who is attempting to sabotage the Great Libraries and made all the more enjoyable by its adorable enemies to friends to lovers romances and themes of friendship.
5 books read and three new books I want to read including a memoir about the joy books bring, plus a discussion of books I'm anticipating.
A standalone epic fantasy that has all the makings for a great revenge-filled novel with its good pacing and complex assassinations, however, it falls short in its comparison to The Witcher and Game of Thrones as there's more moral introspection than badass name-taking and its uninspiring characterizations.
30 books read, a new read-alike recommendations category, and new review themes including, learning to love again.
