I like books that have the elusive quality of lulling you into the story. You can’t explain it with logic. The inexplicable pull is just there, and you fall under its spell. “The Unexpected Queen” by A.R. Kaufer had this quality for me. Once I started reading it, it felt as if gently rocking waves... Continue Reading →

I’ve read all of Kat Kinney’s books, and I honestly can’t say which of her three paranormal series I love best. I pre-ordered “Fallen”, book two in the Everwood Falls series, and I couldn’t wait to read Lucien and Isabel’s story after my curiosity about them had been ignited while reading book one “Light My Pyre”. And... Continue Reading →

A satisfying conclusion to the main plotlines and a promise of new exciting adventures – all against the backdrop of immersive world-building. This is what the readers will get from “An Alliance of Fire and Steel”, book three of the Dulcea's Rebellion trilogy by Laura Maybrooke. This high fantasy romance series is a real treat... Continue Reading →

I’m already about one-third into the third book of the series, so I’ll keep this review short and to the point. All three books have already begun to mix in my head in one completely engrossing narrative, so I’ll do my best not to give out any spoilers. “Down A Darker Path”, book two of... Continue Reading →

Every rebellion needs a symbol. Humans need a leader with unmatched power who will make them believe that victory is possible. Supernatural creatures need something more. A Silver Elf, an enchantress, a dragonmistress of the golden dragons clan fits the role well. “Immortal Defiance”, book one of the Dulcea's Rebellion series by Laura Maybrooke, begins... Continue Reading →

“It flows away silently, deceitfully slowly, and masterfully quickly.” Time. Invisible but incredibly powerful. Unyielding to people’s demands but generous when treated with respect. If given a chance to teach others about the mysteries of time, what price would you be ready to pay? Several generations of the Donelli family enjoy the gift of knowing... Continue Reading →

I have read all books of the deeply imaginative Breach Chronicles by Ivy Logan – “Broken”, “Metamorphosis”, and “Redemption” – and when I realised that there is a prequel to the series I knew that I had to read it too. “Origins: The Legend of Ava” is a short read, packed with events that give... Continue Reading →

"Maybe the sheer beauty of life is in its fluidity, and once we accept it and embrace it, we can fully enjoy it." "Follow the Dragonfly”, the final instalment of the Dream Tamer Chronicles by Elena Carter, explores the ability of human beings to accept the fluidity of our existence and embrace it as a... Continue Reading →

Akita’s main goal in life is to help others. She is always there for everyone and never complains about her own misfortunes, which could have turned someone else into a bitter and disillusioned individual. Akita’s parents left her, giving her to foster care. She was separated from her brother who was raised on the other... Continue Reading →

“A Lion’s Pride” by P.L. Stuart is the fourth instalment of the epic fantasy Drowned Kingdom saga. And what a riveting instalment it is! From the first pages, the story pulled me in and held me in its grip until the end. “… being a king is a cruel honour.” Othrun, the King of Eastrealm, has... Continue Reading →