Reggie and Delilah’s Year of Falling – Review
If you are a fan of romance with a holiday twist, you might want to get your hands on a copy of Elise Bryant’s newest release, Reggie and Delilah’s Year of Falling. This adorable YA romance was everything I wanted it to be and more. Keep reading for my thoughts on why this should be…
The Next New Syrian Girl – eARC Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Next New Syrian Girl Author: Ream Shukairy Published by: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Publishing date: March 14, 2023 Genre: YA Contemporary My Rating: 5/5 Summary: Furia meets I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter about the unlikely friendship between two very different Syrian girls, the pressures and expectations of…
A Long Stretch of Bad Days – eARC Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: A Long Stretch of Bad Days Author: Mindy McGinnis Published by: Katherine Tegen Books Publishing date: March 14, 2023 Genre: YA Mystery Thriller My Rating: 4.5/5 Summary: Lydia Chass doesn’t mind living in a small town; she just doesn’t want to die in one. A lifetime of hard work…
NerdCrush – eARC Review
Happy February! Let’s start the month out right with a fun rom-com starring a Black girl in love, joy, and nerdy awkwardness. If this is the kind of story you’ve been looking for, then keep reading for my thoughts on Alisha Emrich’s debut novel, NerdCrush. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: NerdCrush Author: Alisha Emrich…
Favorite Books of 2022
I’m doing this a little late, but I figured I should do a Favorite Books of 2022 post before the first month of 2023 is officially over, so here it is! This last year was a bit of a rough one for me, so I didn’t get through as many books as I’d hoped I…
Stardust In Their Veins – eARC Review
Do you want to know what my TBR list is full of right now? Sequels! And I am loving it. I love falling in love with a story and knowing I get to continue my journey with the characters in a new book. Especially when the sequel is done well. And Stardust In Their Veins…
The Black Queen – eARC Review
I’m back! Happy 2023, and welcome to my first post of the new year! Let’s kick things off with a dark, heavy thriller that blends contemporary race relations issues with a murder mystery drenched in secrets. Here are my thoughts on The Black Queen, by Jumata Emill. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Black…
The Love Match – eARC Review
Looking for a heartfelt rom-com to make your heart flutter? The Love Match by Priyanka Taslim is a good choice for your next read then! Check out my thoughts on this adorable YA romance and let me know if this is one you’ll be adding to your TBR! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The…
Pretty Dead Queens – eARC Review
Looking for a good mystery to dive into during spooky season? Alexa Donne’s Pretty Dead Queens is a good choice. Check out my review and see if this is the next murder mystery for your To Be Read list! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Pretty Dead Queens Author: Alexa Donne Published by: Crown Books…
Well, That Was Unexpected – eARC Review
Who needs a bit of cute rom-com love and drama? Jesse Q. Sutanto’s latest book may be exactly what you’re looking for. Keep reading for my thoughts on what makes this story such a fun read! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Well, That Was Unexpected Author: Jesse Q. Sutanto Published by: Delacorte Press Publishing…
Defend the Dawn – eARC Review
Alright everyone, Brigid Kemmerer is back with the second book in the Defy the Night series, Defend the Dawn. A lot happens in this book, so buckle up as I share my thoughts on this action-packed sequel. And if you haven’t read the first book, you can check out my Defy the Night post here!…
Three Kisses, One Midnight – eARC Review
Is there anything more wonderful than a group of your favorite authors getting together and writing a brand new book for you to love? I think not. Luckily, we’ve got Roshani Chokshi, Sandhya Menon, and Evelyn Skye coming together to bring us a wonderful story about love and learning to believe in magic! Goodreads ~…
A Taste of Magic – eARC Review
I am a huge reader and lover of YA fiction, but recently I’ve been interested in reading a little more middle grade as well. I was super excited when I found out J. Elle, author of Wings of Ebony, was writing a brand new YA Fantasy. I got to read an early copy, so hear…
The Stars Between Us – eARC Review
Do you like books that blend genres together? Does a mix of science fiction, mystery/thriller, and romance sound like something you definitely want to read? Then you might just be interested in Cristin Terrill’s latest release, The Stars Between Us. Keep reading for my thoughts on what made this read a good one. Goodreads ~…
Long Story Short – eARC Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Long Story Short Author: Serena Kaylor Published by: Wednesday Books Publishing date: July 26, 2022 Genre: YA Contemporary Romance My Rating: 4/5 Summary: Growing up homeschooled in Berkeley, California, Beatrice Quinn has always dreamed of discovering new mathematical challenges at Oxford University. She always thought the hardest part would…
How To Live Without You – Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: How To Live Without You Author: Sarah Everett Published by: Clarion Books Publishing date: May 17, 2022 Genre: YA Contemporary My Rating: 4/5 Summary: In this heart-wrenching, coming-of-age story about family, grief, and second chances, seventeen-year-old Emmy returns home for the summer to uncover the truth behind her sister…
How Maya Got Fierce – eARC Review
If you’re a fan of the TV shows Younger and/or The Bold Type, you might like Sona Charaipotra’s newest YA novel, How Maya Got Fierce. Keep reading for my thoughts on this fun, summery read. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: How Maya Got Fierce Author: Sona Charaipotra Published by: Feiwel & Friends Publishing date:…
Very Bad People – eARC Review
It’s time to read some more YA thrillers! If you’re looking to solve a mysterious death and uncover some long hidden secrets, you might want to check out Kit Frick’s Very Bad People. Check out my full thoughts below! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Very Bad People Author: Kit Frick Published by: Margaret K.…
This Vicious Grace – eARC Review
Gorgeous cover? Check. Intriguing premise? Check. Unique and interesting worldbuilding? Check. A romance to die for? Check, check, check! Emily Thiede’s debut novel checked all the boxes for a five star read for me, so keep reading for my thoughts on what makes this a great read for YA fantasy lovers! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~…
This Wicked Fate – eARC Review
Are you like me and you absolutely loved reading This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron? Then I bet you’re also excited for the sequel, This Wicked Fate! I really enjoyed this conclusion to Bri’s story, so keep reading for my full thoughts. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: This Wicked Fate Author: Kalynn Bayron Published…
Breathe And Count Back From Ten – Review
Has anybody else experienced being in a reading slump? Like no matter how much you try, you just have a hard time getting into reading any books, even ones you know you’d normally like? Well, that’s where I’ve been, and I still kind of am. It’s taken me a lot longer to get through a…
How to Be the Best Third Wheel – eARC Review
I’ve got a new YA romance for you! Some romance stories are sweet, but when you’re the third wheel, they’re a little bit awkward. Let’s check out Lara’s story as she tries to navigate friendship, family, first love, and how to be the best third wheel! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: How to Be…
My Sister’s Big Fat Indian Wedding – eARC Review
You are hereby formally invited…to a big fat Indian wedding! My Sister’s Big Fat Indian Wedding is a fun YA rom com that will leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling. Check out my full thoughts on why you should definitely read this one! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: My Sister’s Big Fat…
This May End Badly – eARC Review
Who will be the ruler of all pranks? You’ll have to read Samantha Markum’s fun new novel, This May End Badly, to find out. I sped through this book, it was such a great read. Here are my thoughts on why you should add this to your TBR list! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title:…
Blaine For The Win – eARC Review
Looking for a fun, new YA contemporary read? I’ve got one that is campaigning hard to be the president of your TBR list! Keep reading for my thoughts on why Blaine for the Win is a great candidate! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Blaine for the Win Author: Robbie Couch Published by: Simon Schuster…
Survive the Dome – eARC Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Survive the Dome Author: Kosoko Jackson Published by: Sourcebooks Fire Publishing date: March 29, 2022 Genre: YA Science Fiction My Rating: 3.75/5 Summary: The Hate U Give meets Internment in this pulse-pounding dystopian thriller about an impenetrable dome around Baltimore that is keeping the residents in and information from going out during…
A Far Wilder Magic – eARC Review
I really enjoyed Allison Saft’s debut novel, Down Comes The Night, so I was excited to see if her sophomore novel would be just as good. And…it was even better??!! There are so many good things I can say about A Far Wilder Magic, so keep reading to find out what made me fall in…
One for All – eARC Review
Are you interested in an exciting retelling with great disability rep and female characters who kick butt? Then you might like One for All by Lillie Lainoff! Keep reading for my thoughts on what makes this read such a fun one! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: One For All Author: Lillie Lainoff Published by:…
Turning – eARC Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Turning Author: Joy L. Smith Published by: Denene Milner Books Publishing date: March 1, 2022 Genre: YA Contemporary My Rating: 4/5 Summary: Genie used to fouetté across the stage. Now the only thing she’s turning are the wheels to her wheelchair. Genie was the star pupil at her exclusive…
The Rumor Game – eARC Review
Dhonielle Clayton is one of my favorite authors (books like The Belles series, Tiny Pretty Things, and Shattered Midnight), and now she and Sona Charaipotra have graced us with a new YA story full of juicy drama. We all know that rumors can have big consequences, but The Rumor Game highlights just dangerous they can…
All The Right Reasons – eARC Review
Are you up for some fun reality TV in book form? All The Right Reasons blends the romantic drama of The Bachelor with the fun mother-daughter dynamic of Gilmore Girls. Check out my full thoughts on this fun YA rom-com! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: All The Right Reasons Author: Bethany Mangle Published by:…
The New Girl – eARC Review
Looking for a juicy boarding school story with a dash of drama and a pinch of murder? Look no further than Jesse Q. Sutanto’s next YA novel, The New Girl. Check out my full thoughts on this intriguing story below. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The New Girl Author: Jesse Q. Sutanto Published by:…
Castles In Their Bones – eARC Review
Looking for a good YA fantasy with a good helping of deception, political drama, and maybe a dash of murder? Laura Sebastian’s Castles In Their Bones might be a good next book for you! Keep reading for my full thoughts on this exciting series opener! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Castles In Their Bones…
Bound by Firelight – eARC Review
I absolutely love when the sequel to a book I adored manages to be even more fun, exciting, and engaging. This is definitely the case for Bound by Firelight, the exciting, action-packed sequel to Dana Swift’s Cast in Firelight. Be sure to check out my review for the first book here if you haven’t read…
Ashes of Gold – ARC Review
Happy 2022 everyone! Let’s start the new year off with an awesome sequel to one of my most enjoyed books of 2021. Ashes of Gold is the sequel and final installment of the Wings of Ebony duology, and wow is this a strong conclusion. Check out my full thoughts below (Note: I will try to…
Favorite Books of 2021
Happy New Year everyone! It’s a little surreal that 2021 has come to an end, but I’m excited to do a little wrap-up post to share my favorites of this past year. I think it was a pretty great year for books, and I have so many good ones to choose from. It’s been so…
When You Get the Chance – eARC Review
Alright, time to bust out your ABBA playlist and prepare for the wacky, exciting, heartfelt, and music-filled adventure that is Emma Lord’s upcoming novel, When You Get the Chance. Check out all the things I liked about this book below! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: When You Get the Chance Author: Emma Lord Published…
Serendipity – eARC Review
Do you feel that? I think love is in the air! Or maybe it’s just these wonderfully romantic short stories by some of my favorite YA authors. I’m super excited for Serendipity to come out in January. Keep reading for my thoughts on this awesome short story collection. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Serendity:…
Defy the Night – Review
Any other Brigid Kemmerer fans out there? If you’re a fan of her Cursebreakers series (A Curse So Dark and Lonely), you’ll be excited to know she’s got a brand new YA fantasy series out. And whether you’re already a fan or just looking for a fun new fantasy world to dive into, check out…
These Deadly Games – eARC Review
Are you a fan of twisty psychological thrillers that keep you on the edge of your seat? If so, you have to read These Deadly Games by Diana Urban. I don’t know if I have the words for how much I enjoyed this book, but here’s my attempt! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: These…
Black Kid Stories
When I was a little kid, I didn’t see a lot of people who looked like me on the covers of books, especially not popular mainstream books. There’s still a lot of room for growth here, but I am starting to see more and more books by Black authors, featuring Black kids and young adults…
20 Questions Book Tag!
Hello bookish friends! Do you have strong book opinions? I sometimes do, so I figured it would be fun to do a book tag to share some of mine with you. I don’t know where this tag originated, but I got the 20 Questions Book Tag off of The Book Nut’s blog, so go check…
Sisters of the Snake – Review
Don’t you just love reading a story that makes you fall absolutely in love with it? I do, and that’s why it’s already one of my favorite reads this year! Keep reading to find out why! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Sisters of the Snake (Ria & Rani #1) Author: Sasha & Sarena Nanua…
Sugar Town Queens – Review
Here’s another great read with diverse characters, an intriguing story, and a touching message. Keep reading for my thoughts on this well written YA contemporary novel. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Sugar Town Queens Author: Malla Nunn Published by: G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers Publishing date: August 3, 2021 Genre: YA Contemporary…
The Words in My Hands – eARC Review
Are you looking to spice up your reading experience? The Words in My Hands is a book that blends writing with visual art to create a really enjoyable reading experience with a touching, encouraging story. Check out more about this cool new read below. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Words in My Hands…
The Inheritance Games – Review
I am forever a fan of twisty YA mysteries, and I recently read one that I couldn’t put down! Check out my thoughts on The Inheritance Games below! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Inheritance Games (The Inheritance Games #1) Author: Jennifer Lynn Barnes Published by: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Publishing date:…
Shattered Midnight – eARC Review
Magic, music, and love stories – is there anything better? Shattered Midnight is the second book in the exciting new fairy-tale series by 4 incredible authors, Julie C. Dao, Dhonielle Clayton, J.C. Cervantes, and L.L. McKinney. If you haven’t read Broken Wish, the first book in the series, you can check out that review here.…
The One Who Knows Me – Book Tour
Hey bookish friends! Today I am participating in the blog tour for Joan Embola’s The One Who Knows Me! Keep reading for my thoughts on this exciting new contemporary Christian fiction debut! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The One Who Knows Me Author: Joan Embola Publishing date: September 10, 2021 Genre: YA Contemporary Christian…
Beasts of Prey – ARC Review
So, I know we’ve got a few more months of 2021 left, but I think I may have found my favorite book of this year. Beasts of Prey is an incredibly written, exciting YA fantasy that was just so much fun to read (although you may need to take a moment after reading about some…
Back to School YA Book List
Hey bookish friends! The back to school season has officially begun. time to adjust to new classes, new teachers, and new daily rhythms. Whether being back in school leaves you grinning or groaning, I thought it would be fun to do a post listing some fun, school-based YA releases to kick off the 2021-2022 school…
Dark And Shallow Lies – ARC Review
I’ve got a new read for you that blends mystery and magic into a tiny town filled with secrets. Check out my review to see what made Dark And Shallow Lies such an intriguing read for me! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Dark And Shallow Lies Author: Ginny Myers Sain Published by: Penguin Teen…
Life’s A Beach – Book Tag
Hey book lovers! I decided to spice things up and start trying some fun book tags on this blog. Summertime is nearing its end, but it’s not over yet, so I thought I’d do the Life’s A Beach Book Tag by The Left-Handed Book Lover. Check out my answers to this fun tag below, and…
Books Released As Serials (+WOB Review)
Have you heard of book serials? The concept isn’t necessarily a new one, but it wasn’t something I was all that familiar with until my author friend Brittany Wang decided to publish her awesome debut novel as a serial. I’m super interested in the concept now and would love to know what others think. So,…
A Dragonbird In The Fern – eARC Review
Looking for a magical new fantasy with lovely worldbuilding and a unique, high-stakes plot? I’ve got a great one for you! A Dragonbird in the Fern is the debut YA fantasy novel of Laura Rueckert, and I think she definitely hit it out of the park with this one! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title:…
Up All Night Blog Tour – Book Review
Any other night owls out there? If so, I’ve got the perfect book for you! Up All Night is a collection of young adult short stories all set in those late hours between sunset and sunrise, and isn’t that when the best magic happens? Keep reading to get my thoughts on this collection and to…
Life and Other Complications Blog Tour – Book Review
Time for another blog tour! Life and Other Complications is an incredible new novel by Heather Mullaly and I’m super excited to help promote this book. It’s a heartwarming, encouraging story you won’t want to miss. This blog tour is organized by Lola’s Blog Tours and runs from July 5-18. You can check out the…
Shadow- eARC Review
Any fans of Kara Swanson’s Dust eagerly awaiting the sequel, Shadow? Well, it’s almost here so let me tell you all about what makes this a great finale! And if you haven’t read Dust, you can check out this review and dive into this magical duology that you won’t want to miss! (*There will be…
Prom Theory – Review
Are you ready for prom? Or at least for a prom-themed read? Check out my thoughts on this adorable contemporary romance! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Prom Theory Author: Ann LaBar Published by: Simon Pulse Publishing date: March 30, 2021 Genre: YA Contemporary Romance My Rating: 4/5 Iris Oxtabee has managed to navigate the…
Ace of Spades – Review
Here we are with one of my most anticipated reads of 2021. Described as Gossip Girl meets Get Out, I absolutely could not wait to get my hands on Ace of Spades by debut author Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé. Luckily, she did not disappoint. Check out my thoughts below. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Ace of…
The Cousins – Review
I have had so many Karen M. McManus books on my TBR list for the longest time, and I finally read my first one! If you like YA mystery/thriller novels, then you need to check out The Cousins. Here are my thoughts! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Cousins Author: Karen M. McManus Published…
The Nature of Witches- eARC Review
Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Nature of Witches Author: Rachel Griffin Published by: Sourcebooks Fire Publishing date: June 1, 2021 Genre: YA Sci-Fi/Fantasy My Rating: 4/5 For centuries, witches have maintained the climate, their power from the sun peaking in the season of their birth. But now their control is faltering as the…
Instructions for Dancing- eARC Review
Anyone else swoon for Nicola Yoon? If you’re looking for a book to give you all the feels and shower you in several wonderfully sweet romantic moments, then you need to read her new book, Instructions for Dancing. This is a really great one, so check out my thoughts below! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N…
The Ivies- eARC Review
If you are one for juicy YA mysteries, intense preparatory boarding school drama, the dark underbelly of college admissions, and just a dash of murder, then have I got a book for you. I was super excited to read The Ivies by Alexa Donne, and this book didn’t let me down. Check out my thoughts…
Spells Trouble- eARC Review
Did anybody else enjoy reading the vampire series House of Night by P.C. and Kristin Cast? Fans of that series may have heard about a new book by the mother-daughter duo, Spells Trouble. I received an advanced reader copy, and these are my honest thoughts about this latest book. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title:…
The Life and Deaths of Frankie D- eARC Review
Do you like books about secret personal histories discovered through dreams? Books about creepy, mysterious circuses that have seemingly been around forever? Books about navigating high school when everyone thinks you’re a freak? If you answered yes to any of these questions, The Life and Deaths of Frankie D might be a good next read…
Author Interview: Samiksha Bhattacharjee
Hey everyone! Today I want to introduce you to an incredible young author who published her first book this year at the ripe age of 13! Her name is Samiksha Bhattacharjee and I got the opportunity to interview her, so keep reading to learn about her debut novel, what her publishing journey was like, and…
The Cost of Knowing- eARC Review
SLAY by Brittney Morris was one of my favorite books last year, so when I learned she had a new book coming out, I knew I had to read it. She didn’t disappoint. Check out my thoughts on her new book, The Cost of Knowing. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Cost of Knowing…
Kisses and Croissants – eARC Review
Looking for a new YA romance? Check out my thoughts on the upcoming Kisses and Croissants!!! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Kisses and Croissants Author: Anne-Sophie Jouhanneau Published by: Delacorte Press Publishing date: April 6, 2021 Genre: YA Romance My Rating: 5/5 Seventeen-year-old Mia, an American girl at an elite summer ballet program, has…
The Infinity Courts – eARC Review
Are you ready for a new sci-fi/fantasy? If so, then The Infinity Courts is definitely worth checking out, so here’s my full review! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: The Infinity Courts Author: Akemi Dawn Bowman Published by: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Publishing date: April 6, 2021 Genre: YA Sci-Fi/Fantasy My Rating:…
Wings of Ebony – Review
Alright, here is a review that I am incredibly excited to share! I’d been ecstatically waiting for this book since I first heard about it, and it lived up to the hype! J. Elle created an exciting, intense, unique YA fantasy that’s an exciting read for anyone, but especially for other Black girls who love…
When We Were Infinite – eARC Review
There are some books that you read because they are light and fun and you seem to finish them in no time and all. And then there are the books that are heavy, emotional, yet so stunningly executed and scarily relatable. When We Were Infinite by Kelly Loy Gilbert is the latter. It’s definitely a…
Down Comes the Night – eARC Review
Looking for a new YA fantasy with romance, mystery, and magic? Check out my review to see why Down Comes the Night might be the right book to add to your TBR! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Down Comes the Night Author: Allison Saft Published by: Wednesday Books Publishing date: March 2, 2021 Genre:…
Grown – Review
Have you ever read a book by an established author and wondered how in the world you just found out about them? That was me after reading Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson. I’m already super excited to read the other books she has out, but today I am going to tell you what makes Grown…
Happily Ever Afters – Review
Have you ever read a book that feels like watching your favorite rom com movies? You can’t help but smile reading it, and it is filled with moments that make you gush and a love interest you wish was a real person. Happily Ever Afters by Elise Bryant was such a great book to begin…
The Gilded Ones – eARC Review
Looking for something new, fresh, and exciting? I am so ecstatic for The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna to come out because this book is thrilling and does an amazing job of tackling many different things, so now I’ll go into all of the reasons you should read The Gilded Ones. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~…
Love is a Revolution – eARC Review
Need a fun, uplifting read full of music, family, culture, and self-love? Love is a Revolution was an excellent read that I finished in less than a day because this story is so engaging and well written. I am now officially a fan of Renee Watson’s and can’t wait to read her other books. Here’s…
Of Wicked Blood – eARC Review
Have you ever read a book that made you feel nostalgic, taking you back to some of your favorite books you read as a kid? Of Wicked Blood by Olivia Wildenstein did that for me, and from the beginning this book had me hooked. If you’re into secret magical heritages and wild adventures, then definitely…
The Knockout – eARC Review
Are you looking for a book about strong young women infused with culture, family, friendship and a journey to self-love? The Knockout by Sajni Patel might be the book for you. Check out my review of this #ownvoices YA debut that follows a teen who has to balance her rising stardom as a Muay Thai…
Cast in Firelight – eARC Review
Hey everyone, and happy new year! Let’s start 2021 off right with the perfect book for my first review of the year. You know when you read a book and you immediately become obsessed and so you just want everyone else to read the book because then you can all fangirl over it together? Yeah,…
You Have A Match – eARC Review
Here’s another cute YA contemporary read for you. You Have a Match by Emma Lord is a fun, rom-com, family drama type of story that will make you nostalgic for the days of summer and summer camp hijinks. Check out my review and keep your eyes open for the release on January 5! Goodreads ~…
Favorite Books of 2020
Hello! This year is almost over, and what a year it’s been. There have been a mix of pretty good highs with some pretty bad lows thrown in, but reading has been a really wonderful escape for me. I read way more books than I expected to this year, given how busy my schedule is.…
Legendborn – Review
You know when you read a book and the author is just messing with your emotions? Like, stuff is happening and you get excited and then your get your heart broken and then you get surprised and then excited again and then your heart is blown to smithereens? Yeah, that was Tracy Deonn’s Legendborn for…
Author Interview: Dana Swift
Hey everyone! Today I have an interview for you with the author of a wonderful upcoming YA fantasy, Cast in Firelight. This debut novel is awesome (check out the full description here on Goodreads), and its author, Dana Swift, is even more awesome! I’ll share my full review of the book closer to the release…
To Kill A Kingdom – Review
Anyone in need of another mermaid/siren book? I’ve got one for you. I’ve been stocking up on mermaid books to read because I have an idea for my own mermaid-based story, and To Kill A Kingdom by Alexandra Christo was the perfect inspiration. Check out my review of this very dark take on the classic…
The Tokyo Bicycle Bakery Blog Tour – Book Review
Hey! I’m super excited to be participating in the blog tour for Su Young Lee’s book, The Tokyo Bicycle Bakery today. I adored this book. It’s such a sweet, heartwarming, relatable, and delicious read, and I can’t wait to share my thoughts with you. Goodreads ~ Amazon Title: The Tokyo Bicycle Bakery Author: Su Young…
The Cruel Prince – Review
I’ve have been excited to read The Cruel Prince by Holly Black for a little while, and now that I finally got the chance to read it…wow. I finished it in less than a day. It may also be true that I finished the entire trilogy in three days. Because it was that good. I…
It’s 2020 Readathon!
Have you heard of Dewey’s 24 Hour Readathon? I learned about it maybe a week ago and decided to participate for the first time this year. If you don’t know, Readathon is basically 24 hours dedicated to reading books, posting to our blogs and social media about our reading, and connecting with other readers throughout…
My Fellow Beauty and the Beast Retellings
Hello fellow book lovers! I’ve shared some exciting news on my social media pages already, but for those who don’t know, I recently signed with an awesome literary agent at BookEnds Literary! I’m super hopeful that I’ll be able to see my YA Beauty and the Beast-inspired novel on bookshelves soon, and to celebrate this…
Mexican Gothic – Review
‘Tis the season to be…creeped out? If you’re looking for a beautifully written novel that will also completely creep you out, I have got the book for you. I’m not usually one for horror (books or movies), but I was so excited to finally get a chance to read Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Here…
If The Broom Fits – eARC Review
It’s officially October! It seems crazy that we’ve already reached this time in the year, but I know lots of people are looking for some good Halloween- themed reads. Well, Sarah Sutton, who’s already published 2 great books this year, is putting out a fun, Halloween-themed novella for those looking for a little romance during…
Broken Wish – eARC Review
Alright guys, this one’s for those who want their Disney-obsessed, fairy-tale loving hearts satisfied! I’m such a huge fan of retellings and fairy-tale inspired stories, and there’s something so lovely about diving into a book that reads like a classic fairytale. So let me tell you all about Broken Wish by Julie C. Dao! Goodreads…
Five Total Strangers – eARC Review
While I tend to avoid movies that even look like they will be too scary or gory for my tastes, I love coming across new YA thrillers and mysteries to read. Five Total Strangers is a good read if you’re looking for something that’s not too hardcore but still keeps that feeling of suspense up…
SLAY – Review
Are you looking for a book about fierceness, Black excellence, friends and family, and nerding out in the best way? Because this is it! Slay is described as Black Panther meets Ready Player One meets The Hate U Give, and I absolutely adored reading it. Let me tell you why! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N…
Finding Balance – eARC Review
Looking for a nice, heartwarming and uplifting YA romance? I’ve got your next read here. I got to read an ARC of Kati Gardner’s Finding Balance, and it was such a cute, enjoyable read that I finished in no time. Check out my thoughts below. Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title: Finding Balance (Brave Enough…
Six of Crows Duology – Review
Do you like heists? Do you like morally ambiguous protagonists? Do you like diverse, wacky casts of characters? If you said yes to any of these questions, this might be the duology for you. Six of Crows was on by TBR list for a really long time, and I’m so glad I finally read it…
Never Look Back – eARC Review
Are you into stories based on Greek mythology? Are you obsessed with the musical Hadestown? Do you enjoy urban modern retellings with a bit of magical realism? Are you interested in reading a really cool #ownvoices story? If you said yes to any of these, Never Look Back by Lilliam Rivera is the perfect book…
Bold, Black and Bookish – Interview #2
Hey everyone! This is my second Bold, Black and Bookish interview where I introduce you to some amazingly talented book lovers to talk about the things they are working on, the people that have inspired them, and the community of talented Black creators and voices that they want to promote. If you haven’t had a…
A Song of Wraiths and Ruin – Review
2020 is giving us some amazing books, and this might just be my favorite one so far. This West African inspired fantasy gave me all of the feels and then some, and it was impossible to put down once I started. This was an amazing debut, so let me tell you everything I loved about…
Hard Wired – eARC Review
I always have such mixed feelings when it comes to artificial intelligence as prominent characters in fiction. Many sci-fi stories depict robots, androids, etc. as significant characters. Sometimes they are really awesome friends, like Iko in The Lunar Chronicles. Other times we read about an Ultron-type villain character. Hard Wired uses one character to explore…
Ordinary Girls Blog Tour – Book Review
Time for another blog tour! This time we are discussing my thoughts on Jaquira Díaz’ debut memoir, Ordinary Girls. This award winning book was described as a must read by Publisher’s Weekly, Time, O: The Oprah Magazine, and many others. Check out the description and my full review below! Goodreads ~ Amazon ~ B&N Title:…
Faith Noelle 