Review: Seven Meries by Elizabeth May & Laura Lam

Seven Mercies is an explosive, action-packed ending to a fantastic duology that's somehow even more enjoyable than the first book.Seven Mercies follows directly from the events of Seven Devils. This synopsis does have spoilers for the first book, so be aware if you haven't read that one yet. The resistance has been destroyed, and small …

Review: Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tann

Daughter of the Moon Goddess is a remarkable debut and a lush, magical read.This book is inspired by the legend of Chang'e, the Chinese moon goddess. Chang'e has lived in exile since she took the immortal elixir meant for her husband. In her isolated palace, she hides the existence of her daughter, Xingyin. When Xingyin's …

Review: The Kindred by Alechia Dow

The Kindred is a sparkling book with a lot of heart, despite mismatched pacing at times.After an uprising threatened the kingdom Kindred mind-pairings were created to soothe social unrest. The program intimately connects the minds of two people, one from the upper classes, one from the lower, so everyone can have a voice. Except, that's …

A Gorgeous Mix of Gothic Imagery and Chinese Folklore // Where Decay Sleeps by Anna Cheung Review

Where Decay Sleeps is a gorgeous gothic poetry collection that expertly combines modern technology, spookiness, and Chinese folklore to create a creative, original, and delightful read.With 36 poems, Where Decay Sleeps travels through the seven stages of decay. From the inherent creepiness of pregnancy to monster's Tinder profiles, these poems promise a haunting, entertaining read.Perfect …

This Book Just Kept Getting… Worse // Survive The Night by Riley Sager Review

Survive The Night had an intriguing premise but was ultimately let down by its weak characters and absurd plot threads - not to mention the ending.Charlie blames herself after her best friend is brutally murdered. Their shared room at university only deepens that feeling, day after day. She needs to leave. It's well known that …

More Sapphic Vampires, Please! // The Coldest Touch by Isabel Sterling Review

The Coldest Touch is a fun, sapphic, paranormal book, however, predictable plot points and a lack of character chemistry meant it wasn't a new favourite.Elise has withdrawn after the sudden death of her older brother, a death that she predicted, a death she couldn't prevent. She can't control her ability to see how everyone she …

Monster Girls Fight For The (Literal) Heart of A Prince // The Midnight Girls by Alicia Jasinka

The Midnight Girls is a vibrant, Polish-inspired fantasy with a fantastic rivals-to-lovers relationship between two loveable yet monstrous girls.Three girls serve three witches (Red, White, and Black Jaga), delivering them powerful hearts ripped from the chest of princes in exchange for their safety. Marynka and Zosia have a burning rivalry - ever since Zosia beat …

Boyband Troubles // If This Gets Out by Sophie Gonzales & Cale Dietrich Review

If This Gets Out is a fantastic, emotional that is always underpinned by the power of strong friendships.The newly discovered boyband Saturday is quickly becoming one of America's biggest acts. Now, Saturday are headed towards their first European tour, but the strain of overstrict managemental decisions is starting to deeply impact the boys. Ruben is …

Sexy Moths Are In // Yours, Insatiably by Aveda Vice Review

Yours, Insatiably is a monster romance that drips with chemistry, a must-read for fans of the genre.After Avirin and Pye's steamy one night stand (detailed in the novelette Hunger), Avirin knows it can't happen again. Pye is the coworker who gets on her nerves, the death's-head hawkmoth fae she can't get out of her head, …

I Have Been Destroyed // Jade Legacy by Fonda Lee Review

It would be an understatement to call Jade Legacy a masterpiece - it's the perfect end to a fantastic series.Jade Legacy is an ambitious finale that follows our beloved characters through thirty years. Kekon is the only place where a powerful form of Jade that gives people superhuman abilities is found. Everyone wants access to …