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  • Review of Vengeful by V.E. Schwab

    Review of Vengeful by V.E. Schwab

    May 26, 2026
    Dark, Fantasy, Graphic Intimacy, Graphic Profanity, Graphic Violence

    A deep dark sequel to Vicious. This book is a must read if you like: Feminine rage, dark superheroes, superpowers. My Thoughts This is a deliciously dark sequel to Vicious. The pacing of this book is faster than the first one and it kept me reading. I loved the second act between Eli and Victor,…

  • Review of Fabulous Bodies by Chuck Tingle

    Review of Fabulous Bodies by Chuck Tingle

    May 25, 2026
    Graphic Profanity, Graphic Violence, Horror, No Intimacy

    My Thoughts While I really did like the plot, storyline, and premise of this book and found the characters very compelling, the gore was just too much for my taste. I basically white knuckles it through at 1.75 speed. The twists are very clever and this is a really unique storyline so if gore doesn’t…

  • Review of Dead Weight by Hildur Knútsdóttir

    Review of Dead Weight by Hildur Knútsdóttir

    May 24, 2026
    Graphic Profanity, Graphic Violence, Mystery/Thriller/Suspense, No Intimacy

    A dark look at two relationships that are more similar than they appear. This book is a must read if you like: Goodbye Earl, girls girls, female empowerment to an extreme, from the mind of a killer Quick Thoughts (No spoilers) The tone is from the POV of the female main character and is a…

  • Review of Obstetrix by Naomi Kritzer

    Review of Obstetrix by Naomi Kritzer

    May 22, 2026
    Graphic Violence, Moderate Intimacy, Moderate Profanity, Mystery/Thriller/Suspense

    This book a lot lighter than expected since is told from the perspective of the kidnapped doctor. She is a very pragmatic character and the tone of the book reflects that. I binged this book in one day. I was nervous up front because I can be sensitive to cult things, but I thought it…

  • Review of Vicious by V.E. Schwab

    Review of Vicious by V.E. Schwab

    May 16, 2026
    Fantasy, Graphic Profanity, Graphic Violence, Moderate Intimacy, Villain Redemption

    What if you could give yourself superpowers? What if you could make yourself ExtraOrdinary? This book is a must read if you like: Superheros, dark fantasy, complex characters My Thoughts This book has a dark superhero feel. While it has the deep world-building you would expect of a Schwab book the pace is faster than…

  • Review of Hope Rises by David Baldacci

    Review of Hope Rises by David Baldacci

    April 7, 2026
    Graphic Intimacy, Graphic Profanity, Moderate Violence, Mystery/Thriller/Suspense, Villain Redemption

    A twisty turning resolution to the duology This book is a must read if you like: Sharp twists, moral relativity, and Thrillers. About the Book: Title: Hope Rises Genre(s): Thriller Author: David Baldacci Narrated by MacLeod Andrews; Will Collyer; Shiromi Arserio; Christine Lakin; Larry Herron; Tim Lounibos Published by: Hachette Audio | Grand Central Publishing…

  • Review of Sea of Charms by Sarah Beth Durst

    Review of Sea of Charms by Sarah Beth Durst

    March 31, 2026
    Cozy, Fantasy, LGBTQ+, Light Intimacy, Light Profanity, Light Violence, Quest/Journey

    A magical adventure through the uncharted seas with freedom and finding eventually finding a family. This book is a must read if you like: Spellshop, found family, cozy fantasy, adorable sidekicks, sentient plants My Thoughts Like all the books in the Spellshop universe, this one feels like bright colors and warm fuzzy feelings. The main…

  • Review of Judge Stone by James Patterson and Viola Davis

    Review of Judge Stone by James Patterson and Viola Davis

    March 7, 2026
    Graphic Intimacy, Graphic Profanity, Graphic Violence, Mystery/Thriller/Suspense

    What happens when people are put in impossible Situations? This book is a must read if you like: Strong female characters, Black representation, Thrillers, modern history, Courtroom dramas. About the Book: Title: Judge Stone Genre(s): Mystery/Thriller Author: James Patterson and Viola Davis Published by: Hachette Audio l Little, Brown, and Company Date Published: 03/09/2026 Format…

  • Review of Seek the Traitor’s Son by Veronica Roth

    Review of Seek the Traitor’s Son by Veronica Roth

    March 6, 2026
    Chosen One, Coming of Age, Dystopian, Fantasy, Graphic Profanity, LGBTQ+, Moderate Intimacy, Moderate Violence

    What if a prophesy could end an eternal war? But IT was unclear if it would favor you or your enemies. This book is a must read if you like: Skyward by Brandon Sanderson, Great prophecy stories, Sci-fi apocalypse stories. My Thoughts This Book was such an epic read. It has the feel of a…

  • Review of The Found Echoes of Singing Trees by Kaby

    Review of The Found Echoes of Singing Trees by Kaby

    February 28, 2026
    Children’s, Coming of Age, Fantasy, Light Violence, No Intimacy, No Profanity, Quest/Journey

    Adorable fantastical little tale This book is a must read if you like: Fantastical new worlds, talking animals, low stakes, and cute characters. About the Book: Title: The Found Echoes of Singing Trees Genre(s): Children’s Fiction; Fantasy Author: Kaby Published by: BooksGoSocial Audio Date Published: 09/25/2025 Format Read: AudioBook Where I Got It: NetGalley ARC/ALC…

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