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Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

I love this book. Plus, it’s not everyday you see a popular book with good polyamorous rep! Or, to be honest, any polyamorous rep. The Chrysalis pilots are men who sacrifice female concubines to power their war machines. Wu Zetian’s sister was one of those concubines, killed by one of the most respected pilots. Zetian,Continue reading “Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao”

I Wish You All The Best by Mason Deaver

Ben never thought their parents would kick them out of the house when they came out as nonbinary. But that’s exactly what happened. Ben manages to contact their estranged older sister Hannah, who they haven’t seen or spoken to in ten years. Luckily she agrees to let them stay with her and her husband, Thomas.Continue reading “I Wish You All The Best by Mason Deaver”

No Charm Done by Tori Anne Martin

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday season and New Year’s. I know, I know, I haven’t posted anything since October… I was in a huge reading slump. Anyways, on to this super cute witchy rom com. Lily Allerton and Chrysanthemum Quinn hate each other. Why, you might ask? Well, ever sinceContinue reading “No Charm Done by Tori Anne Martin”

Sitting Pretty By Rebekah Taussig

I don’t frequently post about non-fiction books, but I figured why not? This will likely be pretty short, given that there’s not a linear story to cover. Rebekah Taussig talks about what her experience as a disabled woman in this world has been like, the importance of accessibility, the dangers of non-disabled people’s “kindness” whenContinue reading “Sitting Pretty By Rebekah Taussig”

The Romance Rivalry by Susan Lee

Hello everybody! I know it’s been a while, nearly two months I believe, but (hopefully) I’m back! I’ve been in a massive reading slump lately, but maybe I’ve resolved it! On to the book. This was really cute, and I enjoyed it. Irene is a super popular romance book reviewer. She adores reading romance andContinue reading “The Romance Rivalry by Susan Lee”

Forgive-Me-Not by Mari Costa

Thank you to Netgalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review. This was adorable. I also requested it from Netgalley without realizing it was a graphic novel, but it was a pleasant surprise. Aisling is the beloved princess. She is kind, sweet, demure. She is also—though she doesn’t know this—a changeling, sent toContinue reading “Forgive-Me-Not by Mari Costa”

Royal Heirs Academy by Lindsey Duga

I had fairly low expectations for this, but I ended up really liking it. Four teenagers from all different backgrounds receive invitations to the most prestigious boarding school in the world, with an added twist, the four of them will compete to be the next ruler of the kingdom of Ashland. Three of them, Titus,Continue reading “Royal Heirs Academy by Lindsey Duga”

I Am The Swarm by Hayley Chewins

Another wonderful novel in verse! I am simply in awe of this book. The women in Nell’s family have always been magic, going back as far as anyone can remember. Their powers appear when they turn fifteen, and it often feels like a curse. Nell’s mother’s age is constantly shifting, meaning she’s often not oldContinue reading “I Am The Swarm by Hayley Chewins”

Bright Red Fruit by Safia Elhillo

Today we have a novel in verse following Samira, someone who has been labeled a ‘bad girl’. Samira’s reputation grows once a scandalous rumor gets out about her, and then she’s practically grounded for life. She turns to an online poetry forum, and she meets the enigmatic Horus, a renowned poet. Samira senses an instantContinue reading “Bright Red Fruit by Safia Elhillo”

Beetle & The Hollowbones by Aliza Layne

Hello friends! I know I haven’t posted in a bit, and I’m hoping to get back into the groove of posting all the things I read. Starting off, we have this adorable middle grade graphic novel about Beetle, a young goblin trying to learn sorcery. Beetle fills her days with magic lessons from her Gran,Continue reading “Beetle & The Hollowbones by Aliza Layne”