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ARC Review: The Book of Gothel by Mary McMyne

Published on July 25, 2022June 8, 2024 by Celeste8 Comments

Today’s review is about THE BOOK OF GOTHEL by Mary McMyne. It’s a retelling of Rapunzel through the point of view of the maligned witch in this fairytale. This lush, atmospheric historical fantasy highlights motherhood, the power of women, and the patriarchy.

Author: Mary McMyne
Series: None
Age Category: New Adult/Adult
Publisher: Redhook Books
Publish Date: July 26, 2022
Print Length: 384

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ARC Review: Dark Earth by Rebecca Stott

Published on July 18, 2022November 30, 2022 by Celeste3 Comments

Today I’m sharing my ARC review for DARK EARTH by Rebecca Stott. This historical fiction with fantasy elements occurs during the Early Middle Ages after the fall of Rome. It’s perfect for those who enjoy character-driven stories with strong elements of sisterhood.

Author: Rebecca Stott
Series: None
Age Category: New Adult/Adult
Publisher: Random House
Publish Date: July 19, 2022
Print Length: 336

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Book Review: A River Enchanted by Rebecca Ross

Published on July 11, 2022May 1, 2024 by Celeste14 Comments

Today’s review is about A RIVER ENCHANTED by Rebecca Ross. It’s the first book in the Elements of Cadence duology. Jack left the isle of Cadence to study music at university. But when young girls start to go missing, he’s called back to the isle. Working with Adaira, heiress of the east, the hope is that Jack’s skill with music can entice the spirits to tell them where the girls are.

Author: Rebecca Ross
Series: Elements of Cadence, 1
Age Category: New Adult/Adult
Publisher: Avon and Harper Voyager
Publish Date: February 15, 2022
Print Length: 480

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Book Review: Glint by Raven Kennedy

Published on June 27, 2022December 1, 2022 by Celeste1 Comment

Today’s book review is about GLINT by Raven Kennedy, the second book in The Plated Prisoner series. This second book provides, I feel, a realistic portrayal of trauma processing. I enjoyed this book even more than the first installment.

Author: Raven Kennedy
Series: The Plated Prisoner #2
Age Category: New Adult
Publisher: Independently Published/Amazon
Publish Date: January 11, 2021
Print Length: 479

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Book Review: Gild by Raven Kennedy

Published on June 13, 2022October 6, 2024 by Celeste11 Comments

Today’s review is about GILD by Raven Kennedy. It’s the first book in The Plated Prisoner series, which is retelling of the myth of King Midas.

Author: Raven Kennedy
Series: The Plated Prisoner #1
Age Category: New Adult
Publisher: Independently Published/Amazon
Publish Date: October 6, 2020
Print Length: 402

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