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Fishbone Cinderella by Elizabeth Lim ARC Read
Firstly, I want to express my gratitude to NetGalley and Del Rey Books for granting me access to this ARC. I entered with minimal expectations, unsure of what to anticipate, and emerged from the story completely amazed. This is my first book by Elizabeth Lim , even though I have all her books , plus the special edition of Forgery of Fate, which I have yet to read. However, after this book , I am going to spend a month reading all her books. Her writing is something I aspire
3 days ago5 min read


Mini review: Masters of Fine Hearts by Krysta Pa'e
Published by Author on 15th August 2025 ARC Read - 15/7/2025 - 1/8/2025 First, I want to express my gratitude to Krysta Paâe for granting me the opportunity to read the ARC of her book. Itâs a beautiful story, so letâs dive in! Masters of Fine Arts centers around Lily, a graduate student pursuing her masterâs in writing. For the first time in her academic journey, she finds herself struggling and is willing to do almost anything to pass her romance writing class, including da
Mar 51 min read


Mini Review: Break Room By Miye Lee
Published on 28th August 2025 b y Headline Publishing Group Break Room - think game show, but with villains from your office? Office workers can probably relate more than I, as I work in a warehouse, but! We always have that one person who is annoying, frustrating, or just plain creepy, right? Well, take that person and put them in a documentary/ game reality show. Thatâs what this book is about. From the perspective of one person who is nominated by his coworkers. Itâs a li
Mar 51 min read


Mini review: Books and Bewitchment by Isla Jewell
Published 3 February 2026 by Del Rey Books ARC Read - 8th August 2025 - 12st August 2025 What a charming book! I absolutely adored the cozy atmosphere and the magical elements woven throughout the story. The theme of books and the journey of opening a bookstore resonated deeply with me. I have a passion for business and entrepreneurial pursuits in literature, as they always inspire me to chase my dreams. This enchanting tale follows Rhea Wolfe, who leaves her ordinary life an
Mar 51 min read


The Elsewhere Express by Samantha Sotto Yambao
Summary - Follow Raya and Q as they board The Elsewhere Express , a train that gives you a purpose, a sense of belonging, and peace. Something Raya desperately needs, as her lost soul walks through the motions of living without dreams of her own. Alongside Q, an intriguing artist who has also boarded, they must work together to find their place on the train before itâs too late. A train that could help them both reimagine their lives, but only if they can find their compartme
Feb 253 min read


She and Her Cat by Makoto Shinkai and Naruki Nagakawa. Translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori
Summary - This book follows several gorgeous cats as they navigate their way through a neighborhood near a commuter railway on the outskirts of Tokyo. Each cat follows the neighborhood's lives and homes as they weave through the streets, while their owners navigate the hardships of life and learn how to overcome these times. Follow Chobi, Mimi, Cookie, Kuro, and Jon in a slice-of-life adventure in this short novel by an award-winning anime filmmaker of Your Name and Weatherin
Feb 212 min read


Of Beasts by M. Jane Worma
Thank you, Netgalley, for this ARC. Of Beasts  offers a fascinating interpretation of the religious horror genre . I finished this short story in a single morning, and despite its shortness, it delivers an intense and compelling narrative. I particularly enjoyed the portrayal of a queer pastor involved in a relationship with the Antichrist , which adds a supernatural allure and explores the temptation of a forbidden relationship . Much like the concept of forbidden fruit . Th
Feb 112 min read


ARC - Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett
SUMMARY Agnes is a meticulously organised, proudly Type-A woman who believes order saves lives. Especially feline ones. Running a cat shelter in 1920s Montreal, she has devoted herself entirely to rescuing strays and finding them forever homes. When her shelter is destroyed during a violent clash between rival magicians in the streets, Agnes is forced to act fast. Winter is coming, and without shelter, the cats wonât survive. Desperate, she accepts a space that seems far too
Feb 102 min read


The Lost World - Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
My thoughts on the second book of Jurassic Park. The Lost World.
Feb 73 min read


Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix - 4-star read.
SUMMARY: Amy is one of three employees who opted for a dusk-to-dawn shift to uncover the mysteries lurking at Orsk Furniture Store during the night. Each morning, they arrive to find broken, shattered, and smashed furniture scattered throughout. To solve this enigma, they must patrol the showroom floor at midnight. However, as the night unfolds, they experience odd sounds and sights, soon confronting horrors that seem to spring from the depths of their imagination. It's a cla
Jan 243 min read


The Poppy War by R.F Kuang book review
Firstly, can I say I donât normally like historical fiction . When I read the blurb for this, I was intrigued but still not sure if this would be for me. It wasnât an easy read; it wasnât something I could finish in a day or even a couple of days. Why? Because not only was the plot and storyline heavy, but the author writes with so much eloquence and complexity that I was struggling to keep up with it all. I even found words I didnât know, and out came the dictionary. Before
Aug 5, 20254 min read


Wild Howls in the Evergreen Wolves of Legend Forgotten - Roxana Raluca Nedelcu
Overall rating 5/5 stars A Romanian Fantasy Fiction Interwoven with Culture and Mythology. This book resonated with me in a way I can...
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Gothghul Hollow - Anna Stephens
Overall rating 4/5 stars This book nearly overwhelmed me, and not in a positive way. My husband is a huge Warhammer enthusiast, and while...
Jun 24, 20253 min read


Belladonna - Adalyn Grace
Overall Rating 5/5 stars These are now one of my favourite books, even though I havenât read the other two in the series, with the fourth...
Jun 24, 20253 min read


The Girl On The Train - Paula Hawkins
Overall rating 4/5 stars While I havenât revealed all the details of this book in my review, there are still spoilers, so please read...
Jun 17, 20253 min read


Song of Silver, Flame like Nigh - Amélie Wen Zhao
Overall Rating 5/5 stars I began reading this book because I was captivated by the cover, and the storyline piqued my interest. Once I...
Jun 11, 20252 min read


The cat who saved books Author Sosuke Natsukawa Translated- Louise Heal Kawai
This story revolves around Rintaro Natsuki, a high school student who inherits his grandfather's bookstore. Rintaro, a hikikomori ,...
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Emily Wilde's Compendium of Lost Tales - Heather Fawcett
Overall 5/5 stars The third book in the series follows the ongoing adventures of Emily and Wendell as they work to save Wendellâs realm...
May 2, 20252 min read


Return to the Dallergut Dream Department Store - Miye Lee, Translated by Sandy Joosun Lee
Overall 5/5 stars This new duology has become my favourite! I devoured the second book in just one day while cyclone Alfred knocked out...
Apr 13, 20252 min read


Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands - Heather Fawcett
Overall Rating 4/5 Stars This book marks the second installment in the series and revolves around two scholars: Emily, a professor, and...
Apr 3, 20252 min read