Fairytales are very powerful. They shape the way we perceive the world. They can give us hope. But they can also confine us. Wreck our self image and make us feel less. They can spark a rebellion that will change the world. Thank you to Jonathan Ball Publishers for gifting me a complimentary copy of … Continue reading Cinderella is Dead review
There are many great Dragon Tales out there, but few worlds that will have you jumping in with both feet. This is my very first Patrick Ness read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you to Pan Macmillan SA Kids for gifting me a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are … Continue reading Burn
For me, the return trip to Eerie-on-sea was everything I hoped for and more! I didn't want it to end. I am absolutely on edge for more of Herbert Lemon and Violet Parma's adventures in this mystical small town. Thank you to Pan Macmillan SA Kids for gifting me a complimentary copy of this book. … Continue reading Gargantis
They’re just stories Nonna, Emilia said quietlyKerri Maniscalco, Kingdom of the Wicked What better way to do #spooktober than with a world where legends are true. Travel with me to Italy and let’s solve a magical murder. With nothing but magical objects and books, would you spot the killer in time? Thank you to Jimmy … Continue reading Kingdom of the Wicked
In a world filled with stories and legends, what would you do if all the stories were true? Welcome to the World of Shadow hunters. Thank you to Pan Macmillan SA Kids for gifting me a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I wanted to hate this … Continue reading Chain of Gold
Gripping Sequel to The Raven and the Dove is filled with intrigue, mystery and magic. Join me as I return to the world of the Raven and the Dove in this mind blowing sequel. Spread your wings, darlings, we’re off on an adventure. Thank you to Author Kaitlyn Davis for gifting me a complimentary copy … Continue reading The Hunter and the Mage
MYSTERY, MURDER AND MAGIC! Fall back into the world of Augurs and Judges, in a little town called Kilshamble. A little town that has a very big secret. The sequel to Wren hunt that can be read as a standalone and is captivating. I initially thought we will be picking up where we left off … Continue reading The Wicker Light
Lovers and fans of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard and The Shatter Me series by Tahereh Mafi will live for this. This was absolutely, excruciatingly divine! Go on this journey with Ren and find out for yourself how deadly power can be. With so many political strategies and plot twists, I am literally on the … Continue reading Of Silver and Shadow book review
If you had the choice between being a rebel and having rights or being a princess and having no voice, what would you choose? I found myself on the edge of my seat with this read. And even though there are familiar plot twists, I have found myself rooting for them in the end. I … Continue reading Grace and Fury
Have you ever pictured yourself as a hero in a story? What kind of hero would you be? I myself have become quite a fan of the unconventional hero/heroine. And this novel just made me love them more. A gripping tale of a kingdom thrown into darkness, literally and figuratively, fighting for survival. Two unlikely … Continue reading Reign of Shadows
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