Category: Genre

The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson – A Review

Additionally, both main characters are physicians, shifters, and rare forms of their species (omega and alpha, respectively). If you are unfamiliar with shifters (aka werewolves), this book has little to no world-building; I would not consider it true paranormal or fantasy.

The Dead Romantics By Ashley Poston – A Review

There were some loose ends in the character development I would have loved to work through, especially Florence’s grief; it just felt too surface-level for a book heavily related to death and dying. Additionally, despite one sexy conversation, I did not feel much tension between Benji Andor and Florence Day.

Mrs. Nash’s Ashes by Sarah Adler

OBSESSED Genre: Romance (open door)Format: e-bookStatus: borrowed via LibbyPublished: May 23, 2023Soundtrack Mood: Wildflowers – Tom Petty With Adler’s next book coming out next month, I had to post her debut novel, which is a five-star read! If you are looking for a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy with wonderful tension, only one bed, a page-turning plot, […]

Yellowface by R.F. Kuang – A Review

From the discussion on how social media sells books to how the publishing industry has already selected what will be a best seller long before books make it to market, Kuang gave details on the “dirty” side of publishing. As someone who spends lots of time engaged on book-related social media, I loved the critique I believe Kuang was trying to get across. 

Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr – A Book Review

I love interweaving stories and Doerr more than delivers. He easily slides you through centuries and around the globe, leaving you wanting to see where each story goes. If you love books and stories and how they can lift us and connect us to the past this book is for you.

This Day Changes Everything by Edward Underhill. Review

Underhill writes a beautiful message about not needing to put a label on who you are or who you love. I felt this book did an excellent job illustrating the turmoil that all teens go through in their search for identity.

The Fury by Alex Michaelides – Review

An island,  a murder, a group of seven, and dozens of hidden secrets. It’s a pretty good recipe for a thriller; however, The Fury just wasn’t my favorite. The premise, the craftiness of the narrator, and the (multiple twists) elevate The Fury within the thriller genre. Still, overall, I found it a bit predictable and not nearly as heart-racing as Michealides’ other books. 

Long Bright River by Liz Moore – Review

Moore’s thriller explores the dynamics of sisterhood, living with addiction, and the vulnerability of those who make their living on the streets. This book will haunt you until you finish it, not only to unravel all the plot secrets but also to see how these sisters turned out to be such outwardly different people.