Fall into a world ruled by the Ortus Aurea, where people born with natural magic are scorned and fear the Brink, a wall that sucks up all their magic, resulting in even death. The Last Magician brings readers to the twentieth century as the main character Esta travels back in time to make sure that […]
At first, I was actually quite hesitant to read this one. I didn’t have the best experience with Claudia Gray’s previous Firebird Trilogy, but I couldn’t resist an adventure and romance set in space. I’m extremely glad I picked it up in the end though, because Gray writes extremely complex characters in a star-filled world […]
Getting attacked by highwaymen, held as hostage by pirates, and set on an alchemical journey with his best friend and snarky sister – what else would Monty want for his Grand Tour? The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue is a delicious blend of wit and research, showcasing how aspects such as a biracial romance, […]
I was actually super excited to pick up The Whole Thing Together because I love family sagas and this one had an extremely interesting premise. The book follows Sasha, the daughter of Robert and Evie, and Ray, the son of Lila and Adam. Even though they have completely different sets of parents, they are linked together through […]
Alex, Approximately is a really adorable contemporary romance story that is perfect for the summer. It’s set in a beach location and would be the perfect book to bring with you on a trip to the beach! This novel follows Bailey, who is a classic Hollywood film buff and chats constantly to a boy named Alex […]
This book was a pleasant surprise in the best of ways. With a turbulent and explosive plot, Roar takes you on an unforgettable journey as exhilarating as chasing a storm. There are numerous dynamic and lovable characters whom you can easily connect with, as well as solid world-building that sucks you right into the pages, […]
Zenn Diagram was a book that I picked up off the shelf because the main character is a STEM girl and that’s definitely something that I look for in YA novels. I really enjoyed the story and thought it was really adorable but I did find some aspects of it to be a little bit lacking. The […]
If you could only read one contemporary book for the first half of 2017, this definitely has to be one of the top contenders. When Dimple Met Rishi showcases diverse characters in the sunny setting of California with extremely realistic situations and a wonderful exploration of family, friendship, and romantic relationships. Suffice it to say, I […]
Dark, intense, and tantalizing, Dark Breaks the Dawn shows us a lush, colorful fantasy world and complex characters with intriguing powers that you can’t get enough of. With Larson’s attention to court politics and character growth, this fantasy brings to light a new world as a vague retelling of Swan Lake. While this book was […]