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A Key & The Right Tyde
I found Of the Stars & Sea to be a diamond in a haystack. It was a refreshing fantasy read, as it deviated from the fae hype and delved into the world of pirates and treasure hunting. I loved the romance and banter! I was kicking my feet at times. The worldbuilding was moderately immersive,…
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Rebel Heists & Animal Souls
This one was a tough, tough read due to the extent of Mancella’s power. I spent a lot of this read sobbing; that being said, I do recommend it. I enjoyed the lore and worldbuilding of the story.
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Religious Oppression & Witchcraft
Serpent & Dove Shelby Mahurin · Young Adult Romantasy Paperback · 513 pages 06.22.24 – 06.24.24 Spice/Scare Rating: Plot Rating: My Rating: What The Vibes Are Forbidden Romance — Witches — Arranged Marriage —Hunter Falls for Hunted — Grumpy/Sunshine What It’s About Bound as one to love, honor, or burn. Two years ago, Louise le…
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Pirates & Vendettas
If Captain Jack Sparrow still graces your wet dreams, then you should probably read this. And by probably, I mean get up and go get it!
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A Summer Rental & A Bloody Revenge
Summer Rental was a summertime slasher set in Palm Key, Florida, where six teens go out to the beach for one last hoorah. A hurricane had other plans for their weekend, and they became trapped inside with a stalker lurking around.
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Fate & Locked Safes
I listened to Audible’s adaptation and the way Audible adapted The Safe Man was captivating. The eerie music and sound effects mixed with the phenomenal acting of Jack Quaid and Titus Welliver, this audio experience was *chef kiss*
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Hellish Princes & Warring Theologies
The Deer And The Dragon was pushed onto me by the B&N employees (they got me, what can I say? I’m weak) and it was worth the guilt to people please a stranger. It was rich in plot, lore, worldbuilding, sexual exploration/expression, and perfected with witty banter. My kinda read.
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Mystery Parties & Curious Enthrallment
I read Kill Joy with my friend after we had already finished the series (whoops lol), and all I can say is the only reason I put it down was that it sparked ideas for my own for a murder mystery party! I loved the game’s storyline of a 1920s murder mystery.
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Serial Killers & Vigilantes
Holly Jackson’s As Good As Dead was a WILD ride. The plot took a turn I NEVER saw coming! Trust me when I say only Holly had the map during this journey. I was just along for the ride screaming. This book left me reeling, spiraling, and bereft. 5/5 recommend.
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Blood & Karma
Perfect Little Monsters is an ode to every bully victim who just wants to snap. Perfect amount of build-up, gore, and just the right amount of monsters.