By: Leah Originally posted on Leah's Books. A Rose by Any Other Name Author: Mary McMyne Genre: Historical Fiction Publication Date: July 18, 2024 Publisher: Hachette Audio Thank you to libro.fm for providing me with an ALC of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. ★★★★ Plot Summary "A delightfully impish heroine... a tempestuous... Continue Reading →
Leah’s Review of “The Astrology House” by Carinn Jade
By: Leah Originally posted on Leah's Books. The Astrology House Author: Carinn Jade Genre: Mystery/Thriller Publication Date: July 16, 2024 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Thank you to libro.fm for providing me with a ALC of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review. ★★★★ Plot Summary A group of wealthy Manhattanites escapes to an... Continue Reading →
Cait’s Review of “Only When It’s Us” by Chloe Liese
By: Cait Marie BLURB Meet the Bergmans in this enemies-to-lovers new adult romance that tackles the vulnerability of love with humor and heart. From the moment Willa sat next to Ryder in class, she’s made it clear she hates his guts. Her reason is a mystery, but its outcome suits him fine. Willa Sutter is... Continue Reading →
Cursed by Darkness: A Bluebeard Retelling
Author: CM HainesGet it here! In a land plagued by darkness, she may be their only saving light. After a tragic past, King Bodin refuses to let anyone near his heart, but he’ll do whatever it takes to save his people from this never-ending war. Even if that means agreeing to an arranged marriage, trading... Continue Reading →
Cait’s Review of “How to Get Revenge on a Cheating Ex” by Maggie Dallen
By: Cait Marie Blurb Am I really going to kiss my boyfriend’s best friend? Yes. Yes, I am. I caught my boyfriend cheating on me with his best friend’s girl. Now his best friend and I have a plan to play them like they played us. There’s only one problem. Everyone knows Zack and I... Continue Reading →
Leah’s ARC Review of “Ghost Mother” by Kelly Dwyer
By: Leah Originally posted on Leah's Books. Ghost Mother Author: Kelly Dwyer Genre: Horror Publication Date: August 6, 2024 Publisher: Union Square & Co., audiobook by Dreamscape Media Thank you to NetGalley, Union Square & Co., Dreamscape Media, and Angela Man for providing me with a copy of this ARC/ALC in exchange for an honest... Continue Reading →
Cait’s Review of “Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating” by Christina Lauren
By: Cait Marie Blurb Hazel Camille Bradford knows she’s a lot to take—and frankly, most men aren’t up to the challenge. If her army of pets and thrill for the absurd don’t send them running, her lack of filter means she’ll say exactly the wrong thing in a delicate moment. Their loss. She’s a good... Continue Reading →
Leah’s ARC Review of “Strange Folk” by Alli Dyer
Strange Folk Author: Alli Dyer Genre: Fantasy Publication Date: August 6, 2024 Publisher: Atria Books Originally posted on Leah’s Books. Thank you to NetGalley, Atria Books, and Zakiya Jamal for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. ★★★ CONTENT WARNING: self-harm/blood magic, blood, addiction, death, violence, neglect, statutory... Continue Reading →
Leah’s Review of “Jews Don’t Count” by David Baddiel
Jews Don’t Count Author: David Baddiel Genre: Politics Publication Date: August 31, 2021 Publisher: HarperCollins Originally posted on Leah’s Books. ★★★★★ Plot Summary Jews Don’t Count is a book for people on the right side of history. People fighting the good fight against homophobia, disablism, transphobia and, particularly, racism. People, possibly, like you. It is the... Continue Reading →
Cait’s Review of “Better than the Movies” by Lynn Painter
By: Cait Marie Blurb In this rom-com about rom-coms, in the spirit of Kasie West and Jenn Bennett, a hopeless romantic teen attempts to secure a happily-ever-after moment with her forever crush, but finds herself reluctantly drawn to the boy next door. Perpetual daydreamer Liz Buxbaum gave her heart to Michael a long time ago.... Continue Reading →
