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This was my first read by Nat Cassidy and it definitely won’t be my last! When the Wolf Comes Home kept me on the edge of my seat, I was constantly trying to piece things together, only for the story to twist in ways I never saw coming. This book is about fear and the power it can have over you, and Cassidy delivers that in such a chilling, unforgettable way. I went in completely blind (and I’m glad I did!), it was fast paced, crazy good, and full of surprises. Even though the ending left me with a few questions about the FMC, it didn’t take away from how much I loved this book. Honestly, it blew my mind, an amazing story.

This book had me glued to the pages, I honestly felt like I was watching a movie the whole time. This is my second Lucinda Berry book, and I enjoyed this one more than the first. The twisted relationship between the mother and child kept me turning the pages, and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen next. The husband, though… he drove me crazy with how naive he was 🙄 there’s no way a man can be this ignorant. Overall, a wild and unsettling read that kept me interested from start to finish!

This honestly could’ve just been a final chapter or epilogue in The Perfect Child. It was still good and gave some closure, but Christopher was still so naive and ignorant, which drove me a little crazy. Overall, a quick follow up that added to the story, but it didn’t quite feel like it needed to be its own book.

This book was beautifully written from the author’s note all the way to the epilogue. Truly magical. I read along with the physical copy while listening to the audiobook, and honestly, I’d do it all over again. I kept thinking how much I wish this book had been around when my boys were younger, seeing a story with such strong representation of their culture would’ve meant so much. The worldbuilding and magic system were incredible, mixed with Yoruba traditions and Haitian culture in such a powerful way. Malik’s journey was crazy, he’s a young man whose life changes after his mother disappears and he discovers he has magical powers. Years later, he enrolls at Caiman University, an HBCU that’s also a magical school, where twists and surprises unfold at every turn. I absolutely loved this story and can’t wait for book two!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
I, Medusa by Ayana Gray comes out November 2025, and first of all, can we talk about that gorgeous cover? It instantly pulled me in and made me want to read it. This was actually my first Greek mythology read, and overall it was okay for me. The beginning was strong, fast paced, and had me interested, but the middle dragged a bit and I found my attention slipping. Still, I really enjoyed getting to learn more about Medusa’s story, and that version alone made it worth picking up.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC for my honest review. I’ll be honest, I didn’t really enjoy the first book, but I thought I’d give this one a try to see if it would pull me in. Unfortunately, it just didn’t work for me either. The premise and world-building are interesting, and I can see how other readers might really enjoy it, but I personally struggled to stay engaged. The pacing felt uneven, and I couldn’t connect with the characters in the way I hoped to. That being said, I think fans of dark, atmospheric fantasy might still find something here, it just wasn’t the right fit for me.

I loved this one! This was such a fun, feel good romance that had me smiling the whole way through! A cute love story that had the perfect mix of sweet, funny, and heartwarming moments. It was just one of those books you don’t want to put down. The chemistry between the characters felt so natural, and I found myself smiling through so many scenes. I absolutely fell in love with this story and can’t wait to read the whole series!

I really loved this one! Exiles is such a brilliant blend of psychological, sci-fi, and horror. My husband read the ARC and loved it so much that when release day came, he immediately bought a copy and told me I had to read it. I’m so glad I did! I read the physical book while also listening to the audiobook, and it was such a great experience. Creepy, mind bending, and so well done. Highly recommend! Can’t wait to read more of his work.

This book had my attention from page one. I don’t know what I would have done if my best friend slept with my husband, and then, three months later,she goes missing. Would I even search for her? Idk! Shanora Williams gave made me feel everything, the plot twists, the anger, the happiness, the sadness. It was a beautifully written thriller that I couldn’t put down.

6⭐️

Kennedy Ryan has done it again, another masterpiece! Reel is beautifully written and has easily become my favorite book by her so far. It’s more than just a romance. It’s about forgiveness, health struggles, and love in all its forms. Every single character mattered to this story, and each one was amazing in their own way. I listened to the audiobook, and the singing just pulled me in even more. This story truly captures the meaning of real, lasting love. I absolutely loved, loved, LOVED this book!

3.75⭐️ Couple read this with my husband! I enjoyed Before I Let Go a little more than This Could Be Us, the overall plot was still really strong. I just wish we got a little more of Edward’s story, and honestly, Judah felt almost too perfect at times, borderline unreal. I would’ve loved to know him on a deeper level, especially more about his relationship with Termaine and his boys. Instead, it was a lot of “Soledad this, Soledad that,” which came off stalkerish . That said, I really appreciated how Kennedy Ryan incorporated Judah’s autistic boys and Soledad’s daughters,it added such a heartfelt and important layer to the story. The back and forth did get repetitive, but overall, it was still a good read that I’m glad I read.

I really enjoyed this! This was my second book by Abby Jimenez, and she truly knows how to write a love story that feels both cute and real. It’s a slow burn, but I still flew through the chapters. Both MCs got on my nerves at times but in a good way. Watching them try to figure out if the other loved them as much as they did felt so real, because sometimes you just can’t see what’s right in front of you. The romance was heart warming, the characters felt real, and it left me smiling after I finished.

I really enjoyed this! It’s a historical thriller that follows two sisters, Marigold and Violet, in the Jim Crow South, both running north, but for very different reasons. The story was fast paced and had me completely invested in both of their journeys. I went in blind, only knowing it was a thriller, and I’m so glad I did because the twists pulled me right in. The book is told through three POVs, which I thought worked really well. Overall, I loved every minute of this read! 🎧📚

I absolutely love Tiffany D. Jackson, and own her entire catalog and once again, she doesn’t miss! Blood in the Water is a middle grade/YA story that pulled me in from the very first page. The pacing is perfect and kept me invested all the way through. Her writing is so amazing, and this book was no exception. Tiffany D. Jackson continues to prove why she’s one of my auto buy authors. If you’re a fan of her other books, this one won’t disappoint!

This book was not what I expected at all! A mystery thriller that just kept getting crazier and wilder with each chapter. I really enjoyed it, the twists had me completely addicted. The whole time I was playing detective, trying to figure out who was who and what was what. Such a fun, intense read!

This book had my full attention! Family drama, secrets, and twists that kept me flipping through the pages. I couldn’t put it down. the characters development was amazing I love knowing more about each character. This is a must read!

When I first started this book, I was excited. But about 5 chapters in, I thought, “Oh no… this is just going to be about some entitled people who think they deserve the world.” I was wrong. While the story is a little slow paced at times, it’s also full of a lot of twists and turns that had my head spinning, in a good way. Ultimately, it turned out to be an entertaining read.

This was a great way to start the month of September. The September House really kept me guessing, had me thinking I knew what was going on only to discover a new twist. I really enjoyed the haunted house feel. The way the story built tension kept me interested from beginning to end. This is my second haunted house theme read, with We Used To Live Here by Marcus Kliewer being the first and out of the two We Used to Live Here felt a little more creepier to me. I highly recommend The September House and if you’re into spooky reads, both are worth picking up.

I absolutely loved Midnight and went into Midnight and the Meaning of Love with high expectations. Unfortunately, this one didn’t work for me the same way. The story felt overly wordy and dragged on, and I found myself just wanting it to be over. I still really respect Sister Souljah’s writing and storytelling, but this particular book just wasn’t for me. I even buddy read it with a friend, hoping that would make it more engaging, but honestly, I was bored most of the time.

I’d been wanting to read The Unbroken for so long, but sadly it didn’t live up to my expectations. It’s not a bad book, but I just wasn’t in awe of the story. I struggled to stay engaged because the plot dragged in places, and I never fully connected with the characters. The beginning had me hooked, but the middle slowed down so much that I found myself just wanting it to end. I did enjoy the action scenes, those moments really stood out. I didn’t hate it, didn’t love it, just somewhere in between.

This book was so good, y’all! From start to finish I was on a rollercoaster of theories, every time I thought I had it figured out, boom… another twist! I even tried to slow down my reading pace because I didn’t want it to end. Shanora Williams absolutely delivered with this one, and now I want to read her entire collection. Her writing skills are incredible!

I really liked this one! The whole book-within a book thing was so fun, and the mix of lit fic with a touch of sci-fi just worked. I loved seeing both Chicago references and the Nigerian culture come through, it made the story pop. It did drag a little in the middle, but it picked up again, and that twist? Crazy.

Sad to say, I didn’t enjoy this book. I went in excited, but it ended up being a letdown. I DNF’d at chapter 30, and here’s why: I was over the constant talk of the affair with W.E.B. Du Bois, the FMC wasn’t memorable (I honestly can’t recall one thing about her), and I just found myself bored. I even tried the audiobook, but the unnecessary singing every now and then only made it more irritating. Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres, but sadly, this one completely missed the mark for me.

What I’m realizing is that Tiffany D. Jackson is an incredible storyteller. This book is so well written that it honestly pissed me off, in the best way. It’s raw, real, and incredibly deep. So far, I’ve only read Monday’s Not Coming, and I can already tell that her books are guaranteed to make you feel all kinds of emotions, and I am here for it. I I highly recommend this one, but trigger warning: it deals with grooming, sexual abuse, child abuse, and so much more, so please read with caution.

I’ve had this one sitting in my Kindle library for months, and now I wish I’d picked it up sooner, it was so good! I loved the different POVs, and the back-and-forth between the characters felt so real. I read along with the audiobook and highly recommend it, the narrator really brought the characters to life. This book had everything: mystery, drama, murder, and even laugh-out-loud moments. The ending left me wanting more, and now I need the whole series on my shelf.