Category: Historical

Nightshade and Oak by Molly O'Neill

Nightshade and Oak by Molly O’Neill

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Today’s book review is about NIGHTSHADE AND OAK by Molly O’Neill. This standalone historical fantasy occurs during the early Roman occupation of Briton right after Boudica’s revolt.

Author: Molly O’Neill
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Orbit
Publish Date: February 3, 2026
Print Length: 288

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The Land of the Living and the Dead by Shauna Lawless

The Land of the Living and the Dead by Shauna Lawless

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Today’s review is about THE LAND OF THE LIVING AND THE DEAD by Shauna Lawless. It’s the final book in the Gael Song trilogy. This review has spoilers for CHILDREN OF THE GODS AND FIGHTING MEN and THE WORDS OF KINGS AND PROPHETS.

Author: Shauna Lawless
Series: Gael Song, #3
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Head of Zeus — an AdAstra Book
Publish Date: September 2, 2025
Print Length: 592

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The Scoundrel and the Siren by Christy Carlyle

The Scoundrel and the Siren by Christy Carlyle

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Today’s review is about THE SCOUNDREL AND THE SIREN by Christy Carlyle. It’s the second installment of the Princes of London series, though reading the first book is not a prerequisite. This historical romance is a fun, light read that incorporates a bit of history and archaeology.

Author: Christy Carlyle
Series: Princes of London, #2
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Avon
Publish Date: March 31, 2026
Print Length: 304

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The Thorns Remain by JJA Harwood

The Thorns Remain by JJA Harwood

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Today’s review is about THE THORNS REMAIN by JJA Harwood. It’s a historical fantasy set right after World War I. During a night of dancing around a fire, Moira Jean’s friends are spirited away by the fae. So she enters into bargains with The Dreamer to bring her friends back earthside.

Author: JJA Harwood
Series: None
Age Category: New Adult/Adult
Publisher: Magpie
Publish Date: May 02, 2023
Print Length: 416

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The White Octopus Hotel by Alexandra Bell

The White Octopus Hotel by Alexandra Bell

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Today’s review is about THE WHITE OCTOPUS HOTEL by Alexandra Bell. This historical fiction begins in 2015, but spends most of its time in 1930s and WWI Europe. After receiving a mysterious gift, Eve Shaw visits the ruins of the White Octopus Hotel and travels to the past. This book is a story about grief and a love that transcends time.

Author: Alexandra Bell
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Del Rey
Publish Date: October 28, 2025
Print Length: 368

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