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The Trident and the Pearl by Sarah K.L. Wilson

Published on March 5, 2026March 2, 2026 by Celeste13 Comments

Today’s review is about THE TRIDENT AND THE PEARL by Sarah K.L. Wilson. It’s the first book in a new romantasy series set amongst the sea and a plethora of gods. The queen makes a deal with the gods to save her people, which sets her off on a new life path.

Author: Sarah K.L. Wilson
Series: The Fisher King, #1
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Orbit
Publish Date: February 24, 2026
Print Length: 464

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Nightshade and Oak by Molly O’Neill

Published on February 16, 2026February 14, 2026 by Celeste9 Comments

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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How To Lose A Goblin In Ten Days by Jessie Sylva

Published on January 12, 2026January 11, 2026 by Celeste13 Comments

Today’s review is about HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS by Jessie Sylva. This cozy, cottage core fantasy is a debut by the author. It features a halfling and a goblin fighting for the right to live in the same cottage. Each recognizes the prejudice they have toward the other and over time they work to break down those barriers.

Author: Jessie Sylva
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Orbit
Publish Date: January 20, 2026
Print Length: 352

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The Fairy Bargains of Prospect Hill by Rowenna Miller

Published on October 27, 2025October 23, 2025 by Celeste8 Comments

Today’s book review is about THE FAIRY BARGAINS OF PROSPECT HILL by Rowenna Miller. This historical fantasy set in the early 1900s tackles themes of family, self-discovery, and unhealthy domestic relationships.

Author: Rowenna Miller
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Redhook
Publish Date: March 28, 2023
Print Length: 416

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A Fae In Finance by Juliet Brooks

Published on October 13, 2025October 1, 2025 by Celeste6 Comments

Today’s review is about A FAE IN FINANCE by Juliet Brooks. This is the first book in the How to Do Business in Fairie series. While I picked this up for a good time, unfortunately it left me a bit wanting.

Author: Juliet Brooks
Series: How to Do Business in Fairie, #1
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Orbit
Publish Date: October 21, 2025
Print Length: 414

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