“There was a beauty, a freedom, in being a beast.” Lady Griselle Mottern is cursed into a wolflike beast because of the misdeeds of her ancestors. With only a few days left to break the curse, Griselle finds fighting to save the village from raiders. I really loved this short story. This was a great … More Review: The Beauty of Being a Beast by Jennifer Estep
As soon as I saw this cover, I knew I wanted to read this book. A gender-bent retelling of The Three Musketeers, but with a girl with a chronic illness and the determination to protect her country. How could you not want to read this? Especially since it was amazing. Tania de Batz is confident … More ARC Review: One For All by Lillie Lainoff
After solving the previous mystery, Daphne and Velma are now trying to figure out what is going on with Shaggy. But before they find anything, a new mystery arrives that might involve the original settlers’ disappearances. This was another wonderful mystery with Daphne and Velma. They have finally mended their friendship and have reinstated Mystery … More Review: The Dark Deception by Morgan Baden
Daphne Blake and Velma Dinkley used to be best friends when they were kids. Now as high schoolers, they have gone their separate ways. But when Daphne’s best friend, who is also Velma’s cousin, disappears, these two team up to solve the mystery. Well this book was a surprise. I expected to like this book … More Review: The Vanishing Girl by Josephine Ruby
Clemeny’s new case takes her to the country to break a curse on the Cabell family. When not hunting the creature, Clemeny has to deal with high society and Agent Hunter’s family friends. This was a fascinating adventure for Clemeny because it shows us that it isn’t only the city that has monster problems. I … More Review: Howls and Hallows by Melanie Karsak
For Agent Clemeny’s newest mission, she is tracking down an old werewolf threat to determine what they are up to. This mission ends up taking her all over London to fight against werewolves, vampires, and demons. This was another action packed mission but also a very emotional one. Clemeny has started developing feelings for Agent … More Review: Bitches and Brawlers by Melanie Karsak
Clemeny’s new case involves tracking down airship pirates who are werewolves. She is still adjusting to her new scars and lack of vision but she is determined to capture some Viking werewolf airpirates. Alphas and Airships was another action packed adventure for Clemeny. I really enjoyed seeing more of this world and all the different … More Review: Alphas and Airships by Melanie Karsak
This is a retelling of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. This is set in modern-day London with the main characters being Henrietta Jekyll and Eleanor Hyde. As a fan of the original classic, I figured this would be an interesting retelling. I was right and I actually enjoyed this more than the original. This was … More Review: Henrietta & Eleanor by Libby Spurrier and Robert Louis Stevenson
Rayne, a fairy godfather, is struggling to help Alice, the owner of the local bagel shop, find her Prince Charming. Unfortunately, he keeps being distracted by his best friend’s sister. This was a cute story. I really enjoyed Rayne and Viola’s relationship. Rayne was a very interesting fae. He was a fairy godfather, which I … More Review: The Fairy Godfather by Melanie Karsak
“If you can’t come into the light, then I’ll live with you inside the dark. You don’t need to believe you can be saved, James. I’ll believe it enough for the both of us. You only need to let me love you.” Hook doesn’t need anyone. He is Captain of the Pirates and is determined … More Review: Hook by Gina L. Maxwell
Julie has only one love and that is baking. When she inherits a cute little cottage called Serendipity Gardens she decides it’s time to open a bakery/ tea shop and live her dream. If the local land baron’s son doesn’t ruin it. This was a very sweet and short story. Julie and Horatio both recently … More Review: The Cupcake Witch by Melanie Karsak
“I used to be a Lost Boy, but the night I met Wendy, I became found. I belong with her, to her, and there isn’t an adventure big enough to pull me away.” Wendy was 12 the first time she snuck Peter into her room. At 17 his touch made her fly and at 18 … More Review: Pan by Gina L. Maxwell
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