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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: Jane Against the World by Karen Blumenthal

Published on July 16, 2022September 20, 2026 by Celeste5 Comments

Today I’m sharing my review for JANE AGAINST THE WORLD. It’s a nonfiction book about the history of women’s reproductive rights. It’s an important, easy, and relatively comprehensive read for those who want to learn more about this topic.

Author: Karen Blumenthal
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Publish Date: February 25, 2020
Print Length: 400

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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: The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

Published on July 5, 2022December 1, 2022 by Celeste6 Comments

I finally read THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS by Ali Hazelwood and ended up enjoying it more than expected. Since there are already a lot of reviews out there, instead I focus more on commentary.

Author: Ali Hazelwood
Series: None
Age Category: New Adult
Publisher: Berkley Books
Publish Date: September 14, 2021
Print Length: 400

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