Flame and Crystal Thorns is a young adult fantasy romance, the first book in the Fae and Crystal Thorns series. This is a very accessible easy read, and you do not need to be an epic fantasy reader to enjoy it. This is a very immersive and well-written book. I loved Chloe and the cross-over between the Fae and ‘real world’. My favourite relationship between the characters was that of Chloe and Quintus. I cannot wait to see where their relationship goes as the series develops. The world-building and character development were the best parts of this book. This was the most immersive and captivating part of the book.
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Caspian gets a hat and a stone from his Grandpa for his unbirthday. He puts the hat on and can hear voices. He rubs the stone and he gets a good idea. As his day progresses he goes on an adventure to find out how he can use these gifts for his special day.
I loved this short but sweet picture book about Caspian and his adventure and think it would be perfect for children aged 4-8.
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Lorraine Haas brings us a small town 1940s America historical women’s fiction story about Margaret Rose controlled by her father in every aspect of life from what she will wear to who she shall marry. Margaret wants to break free from her father’s house which she sees as the cage holding her in. Margaret makes a plan to escape from the life holding her back and to finally live out her dreams. Margaret is courageous and tenacious although sometimes naive and she did make choices I did not understand or approve of. This was a well written story of survival for those left in the USA during World War II and what they did to survive.
Reigning Hearts is a collection of 5 short stories/novellas, all of these are standalone and can be read in order or separately. I couldn’t help but devour this entire series in one sitting and get invested in each page, character, and storyline. I was so sad when I finished the last page and I will definitely be exploring the author’s other books. The world-building and character development were well executed in such a short period of time.
(1) Run to the Sea – A Friends to Lovers Beach Romance This was a great story to start off the series and who doesn’t love a second chance romance, full of all of the warm, happy, cosy feels. I really felt like I was following a true love story and I couldn’t help but get invested and root for them from the start.
(2) Stars Fall From the Sky – A Small Town Second Chance Romance I needed the tissues for this one, this story tore my heart to shreds. The exploration of was powerful and so raw.
(3) A Sun So Bright – A Billionaire Heiress Enemies to Lovers Romance Who doesn’t love a fake boyfriend trope?! When two unlikely people meet what will happen when the sparks fly? This was a great read and I did really enjoy it, I did really struggle with Fiona at the beginning and spent most of my time wanting to slap her. The storyline and writing were what saved this.
(4) I’ll See You Again – A Scottish Rock Star Opposites Attract Romance This was the cutest story ever! I loved the characters of the wedding planner and wedding singer and it made my heart so happy. I rooted for this romance so much I was disappointed when the story ended.
(5) A Cold Creek Christmas – A Single Dad Small Town Holiday Novella MY FAVOURITE TROUPE! There is something so much more attractive about the single dad. I read this in May and was transported to cozy December nights and the heartwarming season of Christmas. I really appreciated the grinch and Christmas cheer aspect of the relationship. I fell in love with Gio and would happily throw myself at him.
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Manipulators War by Elise Carlson is book one in the ruarnon trilogy. this book is the first book I have read with a non-binary main character. I really appreciated the LGBTQIA+ representation within this book. I felt that the author dealt with the representation in a realistic and compassionate way. This is a realistic fantasy world with a slow start as we build up the background, politics and are introduced to this new world running alongside ours. This was captivating, immersive and thrilling. I loved the echoes to other great fantasy reads and I am fascinated as to where this series will lead to and I will definitely be continuing on within this series.
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This is the first book I have read by Tom Swyers and it will not be the last. Josie finally escapes her abusive husband with her two children. She feels she could be safe in her parents old cabin. Then the covid 19 pandemic begins and dead bodies start showing up. I am a massive fan of thrillers and read a lot of them so it takes something special to impress me. This book was full of drama, twists, turns, surprises and kept me interested until the end.
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This Night Has Ended by Alexander Chardambides is book 5 in the Vampire State. In my opinion the best way to read this series is in the numerical order of release so you get the most enjoyment out of the series. The series in my opinion is YA and aimed at 14-18 year olds. “As Rowena’s dread transformation continues, the empire is plunged into chaos. Can Rowena retain her humanity even when her body betrays her.” Rowena is a strong character and you cannot help but admire her strength and tenacity. the characters and worldbuilding throughout the whole series has been breathtaking. I really enjoyed this alternative look at vampires and how it shakes up the stereotypes. I would highly recommend this series for fantasy and dystopian lovers.
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Targeting Dart is the fourth book in the Satans Devils MC Series by Manda Mellett. We follow two perspectives Dart, a hard nut to crack and Alex who cannot see how beautiful she truly is. Dart is happy in his position in the MC with no ties or connections he can do what he wants. Alex is a single mum in desperate need of money for her son. Desperate people do desperate things, what will Alex do to save her son?
In my opinion, this can be read as a stand-alone although there are some points made about other characters in the book that could spoil previous books. The book is well written with a well-developed world and fantastic character development. Its full of twists and turns, I felt like I was going to get whip lash! this heart jerking and hard hitting book will sure hit you in all of the feels.
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In this book we meet Trezzie the mermaid, and her human friends Fig and Maia. Freddie brings them a mirror and glass that she has found in the lake. Maia proceeds to teach Trezzie and Fig cool science experiments ‘tricks’ they can show others.
This short but sweet picture book is perfect for 6-9 year olds to teach them simple and fun tricks they can try themselves. Highly recommended.
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Deacon returns home after a career in racing, that didn’t end well. We follow him as he tries to deal with the challenges that life has thrown at him.
Olivia turns Deacon’s head and turns his life upside down again.
Are they destined for happily ever after or fated to break each other apart?
Well that was a rollercoaster of a book! Full of action, cliff hangers and a few tear jerker moments. This was a fantastic first book in the series and I will be continuing in the series.
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Caspian gets a pencil and a green pad from his Grandpa for his unbirthday. It writes the word apple. As his day progresses he goes on an adventure on his way to school to find out what the word apple means.
I loved this short but sweet picture book about Caspian and his adventure and think it would be perfect for children aged 4-8.
The first book in the Guardian of the Spirits series: the war, Claiming My Mate by Nicole Howl. We first meet Lily, a human and servant to the Wolf Hollow Royals. The Wolf Hollow Royals are well known shifters. The first lesson we learn is do not make eye contact, this is a challenge to the shifters and could end badly. The second perspective is Jason, a shifter, prince of the Wolf Hollow Royals and the next in line for the throne. Lily is Jason’s true mate and all of this wolf instincts are to loved, defend and protect his mate. But will Lily accept his invitation to become his mate and how will she truly fit in with the Royals as a human and servant. This book is a brilliant introduction to this new paranormal world. We meet characters from both sides of the house, from servants Miss Kitty and Amara, to the Royals the King and Queen and Jason’s little sister Laura. I am so interested to see if we learn more about these characters as the book series continues. The story is action packed, full of twists and turns and romantic from page one. The ending did leave us on a cliff hanger an I cannot wait to see where the rest of the series takes us.
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Flame and Crystal Thorns by Kay L. Moody
