Women’s Fic v. Romance | Knit, Purl, a Baby and a Girl by Hettie Bell
I really enjoyed this book and its main character a lot, but it's not exactly a romance novel
A Disappointing Debut | The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna
The Gilded Ones has so many great ideas about magical girls...but they fall flat due to poor writing.
Nancy Drew Review #6: The Secret of Red Gate Farm
Classic Nancy Drew: a farm, a cult, counterfeiters, and mysterious perfume.
Overwrought, overblown | The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste
An glimpse into Ethiopia's history that, unfortunately, needed to be dialed back by a factor of 1000.
Inequitable Revolutions | The Vanished Queen by Lisbeth Campbell
A well-intended political fantasy that ultimately falls flat.
Unmatched Mushy Feelings | Best Laid Plans by Roan Parrish
The very epitome of a comforting romance, this small town m/m love story is sweet and beautiful (and has great anxiety rep)!