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The Syren's Mutiny by Jessica S. Taylor

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

✯✯✯✯.5

What made me want to read this was the keywords SYRENS and PIRATES. They are two of my favorite things to read about. The only reason it got a high 4.5 stars is that it did take a few chapters for me to get into it and I did guess one of the twists. Brigid as the female lead and Caelum as the male lead, they did balance each other out perfectly.  I loved how both were also very protective of Sorcha one of the other syrens. Once I got to the end of the book I immediately put the next book on my TBR. I really need more of Brigid and Caelum, along with all their friends.  

 
I wonder if some of the old sea goddesses will be coming back to help

PS my heart is broken



Thank you, Hidden Hollow and Jessica S. Taylor for letting me be part of this wonderful book tour.
Jack by Layla Fae

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adventurous dark emotional funny fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

Halloween Treat by Kristin Lance

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.0

Ghost by Kat Blackthorne

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adventurous dark emotional funny mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

I have been seeing this book all over Tiktok and knew I needed to read it, and I am so glad I did.  This had me on a rollercoaster and I loved it. I am in love with the boys and of course, I am in love with the broken girl Blythe. I was really rooting for her and Ghost, but I do have to say I have a fondness for Wolf, though I might be biased cause I also had a thing for werewolves.  I wish I had all the books so I could have binged the whole series but I don't have long to wait for the next book.  I will be reading it as soon as it comes out. I will also be buying a physical ASAP. I would also check the CW/TW before going into the book. This is death, abuse, and more. 
Episode Thirteen by Craig DiLouie

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adventurous dark emotional funny informative mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.5


⭐⭐⭐.5

I really enjoyed this book but I really thought the ending could have been better. I read this in about two days because I couldn't put it down. It really cemented my love for mix media books. I was hooked on this book because of the synopsis because I love the ghost hunting shows. It did drag in some parts and it was a little predictable but I think it is because I watched shows/movies like this a lot,  I do recommend this to first time horror readers. I will be reading more from Craig DiLouie in the future.

Thank you Netgalley and Redhook Books read this for an honest review.
Haunted in America: True Ghost Stories from the Best of Leslie Rule Collection by Leslie Rule

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adventurous emotional funny informative mysterious reflective relaxing fast-paced

4.5

5/5 Stars

I loved a good ghost story and this didn't disappoint.  I read this over the Halloween weekend and I think that was the best time to read it. I also loved pointing out the places I have visited and found other places to go. I also didn't know Leslie Rule is the daughter of Ann Rule, which I found really cool. I will be picking more books by Leslie Rule here soon.

Thank you Edelweiss for letting me read and review this great book.
Victoria's Most Haunted: Ghost Stories from Bc's Historic Capital City by Ian Gibbs

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adventurous dark emotional informative reflective medium-paced

4.5

The Umbra King by Jamie Applegate Hunter

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dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

This book has to be in my top ten favorite books of 2022, but I am a little upset that no one told me the ending would break my heart. I haven't had a book physically break me in a very long time and I loved it. I loved that both characters didn't instantly give in to their feelings. I loved that  Aurora “Rory” Raven was a badass heroine that we all needed.  Plus this book was very diverse will all the different type of characters. I really need the next book ASAP. I would check the TW/CW before picking up this book.  I really didn't affect me but really please check them before you read. They are on the author's website. 
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Steeped to Death by Gretchen Rue

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funny inspiring lighthearted mysterious relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

This book helped me get out of a tiny reading slump and I LOVED it! It was so cute and adorable that I couldn't put it down. I think this will be my go-to cozy mystery series and author. I loved the magic and the characters. Plus I didn't see the killer coming. I need more of Phoebe Winchester and all her friends but I have to say, Bob was my all-time favorite character. 

Thank you Netgalley and Crooked Lane Books books for letting me read and review this wonderful book.
Finding Faeries: Discovering Sprites, Pixies, Redcaps, and Other Fantastical Creatures in an Urban Environment by Alexandra Rowland

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4.5