Oh goodness, I'm all happy tears here. I don't know how Emily does it, but every single book is an easy five stars, and that'Emily Henry never misses.
Oh goodness, I'm all happy tears here. I don't know how Emily does it, but every single book is an easy five stars, and that's rare for me. This one is no exception. Everything from the writing (gorgeous!) to the humor and banter (stellar) to the emotional arcs -- pretend I'm miming a chef's kiss.
From the opening, I couldn't put this book down. In short, Daphne is dumped before her wedding, Her fiance ran off with his childhood best friend Petra--- and Petra dumped Miles in doing so, to run off with Daphne's fiance. With nowhere to go, Daphne moves in with Miles. Watching them both heal both apart and together had my heart soaked with feels. I can't put into words how emotionally beautiful this book is. But it's also SO MUCH FUN, Come on -- fake dating to make your exes jealous? Oh, the satisfaction.
I can't say which of Emily's books is my favorite, but oh this book was a joy, and the biggest hug....more
I'm ashamed that I haven't yet sat down to write this considering I've been obsessed with this book for a few years now.
I was lucky enough to read a vI'm ashamed that I haven't yet sat down to write this considering I've been obsessed with this book for a few years now.
I was lucky enough to read a very early version of this book before it was ever in the hands of a publishing professional, and even then, I knew it was going to do the damn thing. From the very first chapters, I knew I'd follow the characters anywhere (especially Shan, an absolute slayer, and Samuel, my cinnamon roll boy, and oh lord, we all know I have a weakness for characters like Isaac). KM is an incredible author (and one I am SO lucky to call a dear friend), and if you think you are ready for the pain he so lovingly inflicts, you are not. You have been warned.
The very first pages pretty much set the scene for this type of book. Bloody, full of the cunning, cruel sort of vengeance that makes a book FUN, and oh goodness, the YEARNING. Don't even get me started on the world, the mystery -- KM knows how to craft a story that wrecks. I remember flying through the book with a sense of paranoia. Who is around the bend? Who is following me? How am I going to survive this, let alone Shan, who is smack dab in the dangerous upper echelons of society and a king with terrible intent?
Basically, I don't want to give away too much, but I'll say this...
If you love menacing courts, terrible royals, and murderous feels, do yourself a solid. Grab a glass of wine, whiskey, or something extra strong, and simply dive in and accept your fate....more
What a stunning, gripping, wondrous debut! Oh my, I loved this one. Reylo fans, where you at? Actually, I was a bit wary given the Reylo/Star Wars hypWhat a stunning, gripping, wondrous debut! Oh my, I loved this one. Reylo fans, where you at? Actually, I was a bit wary given the Reylo/Star Wars hype on this one, being that ... I don't want something * identical * to Reylo. I want something that stands on its own, but has the same level of intensity, rivalry, rage, and well, FEELS. And this delivered that perfectly, more so than I expected.
As usual, I try not to spoil anything, even the plot itself in my reviews, because I think half the fun is going in without really knowing anything, like I did. But I can promise a good time chock full of *chef's kiss* enemies to lovers tension, dark vs. light magic, incredible and infinitely unique world building, and oh gosh, so much more.
Grab your copy and dive in, friends. I'm betting this will be the Next Big Thing. ...more
I was fortunate to have snagged a very early copy of this book, and let me tell you, it was sheer torture to not be able to talk about it to * anyone I was fortunate to have snagged a very early copy of this book, and let me tell you, it was sheer torture to not be able to talk about it to * anyone * yet, or scream about it to all my friends.
Alas, here we are, with ARCS out in the world and readers starting to dive in. Finally! I mean, magical horse races, black markets, Jewish mythology, dangerous / powerful families, what isn't to love? I mean, I was hooked very early on.
And the angst. The ANGST.
I'm not going to summarize or go much into the plot, because when I read it, I knew absolutely nothing (and the GR summary is right there). But I think you get a general sense quickly when reading, and I was pretty much just along for the ride. And truly, this is a RIDE. What makes it especially fun is the pace, the longing, the unpredictability, and the gothic-adjacent vibes that gives the book a darker edge.
Moving on. Mikira, my girl. I loved her. There's a fine line for me when it comes to 'unlikeable' heroines. I love them when they're written well, and in my opinion, she is. A bit hot-headed, determined,and not without purpose (saving her family's ranch) or grit, and I don't think that anyone aside from Mikira could have been at the leading seat in this book and survive. And throw some Damien into the mix... Yeahhh messy combos for the win. And Damien, for his part, strikes another weakness in me -- cunning, ruthless, a bit arrogant, you know the type.
And of course I love the whole group dynamic. For me, multi-POVs are a bit iffy especially if the stories aren't well connected. I usually end up picking a favorite perspective or two and skipping the rest because my brain has difficulty connecting to so many people at once. But something about Kalyn's writing (I love her for it) drew me in to each and every POV.
I really enjoyed this one! What a fun, fresh take on greek mythology.
I can't say I've ever read a take on greek gods quite like this. I especially lovI really enjoyed this one! What a fun, fresh take on greek mythology.
I can't say I've ever read a take on greek gods quite like this. I especially loved Eros's POV, from his sass and sheer confidence (what a vibrant voice!) to the way the author described his origins and the origins of the gods and humanity. I wasn't quite sure how Psyche would walk onto the page in Eros's POV, even as we watched her grow up in her chapters, and when finally they collided, I must admit I was pleasantly surprised.
Admittedly, I haven't followed greek mythology very closely, and I can't say I'm attached to anything. I'm sure there's quite a bit of inaccuracy here and liberties taken, but that doesn't bother me. If anything, I think it's fun to read something wildly different. If you're looking for hard lines though, maybe look elsewhere. If you can set aside your preconceived notions, I think you'll very much enjoy this! ...more
True to my usual response to Emily Henry books, this one enraptured me from the onset. There's just something about the way she tells storOh my feels.
True to my usual response to Emily Henry books, this one enraptured me from the onset. There's just something about the way she tells stories. Beautiful prose, the extra 'it' factor that makes her characters feel like someone you would meet tomorrow, the way she escalates and holds onto tension---gah. Masterclass in romantic storytelling.
This one held up. I was so into Harriet and Wyn from the onset, dying to know what tore them apart, how they felt now, etc. And it was the perfect set up: being forced to play like you're still engaged as not to upset your friends --- in the cabin where you fell in love.
Usually, romance novels that center around friendships alongside a main romance tend to lose me (I have a hard time keeping track with the characters and I don't usually have a reason to care). But this one - oof I was feeling every character. I felt the friendships deeply, and it somehow enhanced the romantic storyline as well.
All in all, this one was a total WYN (lol see what I did there) for me. I'd read it again. I probably will. If you liked The People We Meet on Vacation, this one is for you (and don't worry, it feels totally different and unique). ...more
Having adored Rebecca's other books, of course I jumped at the chance to dive into this one as soon as I could, and it was aI really enjoyed this one!
Having adored Rebecca's other books, of course I jumped at the chance to dive into this one as soon as I could, and it was as addicting as the rest. I wasn't sure what to expect; I admit I hadn't even bothered to read the premise, but as usual, I was pleasantly surprised.
I will say-it took me a while to feel settled. It seems like we're in a 1920-1940 setting, which I struggled to pick up on in the first pages. I couldn't tell how modern it was until little tid bits of world building became more obvious. That aside, I loved being thrust right into the rivalry between Iris and Roman. Basically, they are rival writers at a newspaper, both clamoring for a promotion, to which there's only one spot. Delicious! Though,I wish the hate-to-love aspect had been drawn out a bit more. I also adored Iris as a main character, especially with how hard her life was (and how it reminded me of some aspects of my own). I think readers will find her highly relatable.
I wasn't sure what to expect when we dove into the war. I have some mixed feelings, in that the lore of the warring gods felt very unexplained. It took until almost half the book to even get a description of them, and I'll admit I'm still quite confused as to the political landscape and how these recently resurrected gods got people to fight for them in this manor. Even so, though, once Iris arrives on the frontline, I felt quite gripped, even more so when you-know-who shows up after. Definitely tense, maybe more so than I would like (the reason I avoid war movies - my heart can't take death on that scale) - and this definitely had WW1 vibes. Still, the romance that blossomed amidst it all was quite lovely, and I found myself racing through the pages. After that end, I'll definitely have to pick up the next book! ...more
I'm not sure how I can even put into words how much I adore this book! In fact, The Love Hypothesis was one of my favorites last year, and somehow thiI'm not sure how I can even put into words how much I adore this book! In fact, The Love Hypothesis was one of my favorites last year, and somehow this managed to top it, I think.
First of all, Bee is the protagonist to root for. She's quirky, relatable, and down right hysterical, cue me trying to hide my fit of giggles at 3am as to not wake my husband while reading this book when I should have been long asleep. And of course I'm a sucker for hate to love, so naturally I was head over heels for the dynamic between Bee and Levi. It hit on all the right points: excellent banter, angry musings, delicious forced proximity, and oh-so-many feels. To my delight, I was even trash over the side characters, which is honestly rare for me. Everyone who stepped on the page felt very three dimensional and real in a way sometimes my own life doesn't live up to (sad? probably).
Basically, to all my rom com lovers and beyond, this is a book to snatch. Don't miss it!...more
Holy wow. This one had me swallowing a few tears, but in the best way possible. Nora is the best kind ofEmily Henry blew it out of the park ... again.
Holy wow. This one had me swallowing a few tears, but in the best way possible. Nora is the best kind of heroine, in that she's opposite of the usual romance novel heroine. She's the hard, over-passionate workaholic (and a shark literary agent) who isn't ashamed of it. She loves the city, refuses to compromise her goals for anyone else, spends too much time on her cell phone, and all the while, she knows happy endings aren't for people like her. You know, it's funny because I was watching The Holiday right before I read this, and it's actually a bit comical how much like Cameron Diaz's character is like Nora. They both never cry. They're both successful and unabashed. They are proud of the commitment to their jobs. On top of all of that, Nora is a big sister, and she takes the roll seriously, in that everything, and I do mean everything, is about her little sister Libby.
Enter Charlie, a cut-throat editor who is just a little too much like Nora. Their first meeting is actually pretty awful in the best way when Charlie insults Nora's favorite client's most recent book.
Fast forward (I don't remember how long) when Nora's sister drags her to a trip to a location of said author's book (the book Charlie hated) -- only to find you-know-who at every corner -- and you can guess it. Nora is wondering what fuckery is this, that Charlie of all people is here in this very small, very remote town after hating the book. The best part? She keeps running into him. Again and again. Much banter ensues. I'll leave it at that.
While this book tackles the romance beautifully, it also tackles the "why" behind Nora and her choices in such a brilliant way, in that she doesn't change the parts of her that she loves -- the parts most romance novels (and guys) would scoff at. This quote says it perfectly:
"Maybe love shouldn’t be built on a foundation of compromises, but maybe it can’t exist without them either. Not the kind that forces two people into shapes they don’t fit in, but the kind that loosens their grips, always leaves room to grow. Compromises that say, there will be a you-shaped space in my heart, and if your shape changes, I will adapt."
Anyway, I absolutely adored this book. It kept me rooted until the very end, which many novels do not these days. I find that romance loses tension for me after a certain point (once a little too much is resolved) but ahhh I could not sit this one down. On top of that, I wanted to burrow into her prose. Beautiful in every sense of the word. ...more
So, it's rare that I venture into adult contemporary land, especially these days when I find anything real-world quite constraininOh this was lovely.
So, it's rare that I venture into adult contemporary land, especially these days when I find anything real-world quite constraining and stress-inducing. But alas, the description caught me, and I couldn't let go. A book about two writers and their ensuing romance? Old grudges and hurt feelings? Sign me up.
And boy did it deliver. As a writer myself, I fell first for the prose. It's such a beautiful book, and as captivated as I was by the story, I found myself highlighting and appreciating line after line. Katrina and Nathan's voice are so distinct and clear they might as well be loud as church bells. What's better is how different they were, which is a major pet peeve of mine in dual POV books.
I'm not going to rehash the plot here, but suffice it to say you probably won't be able to stop reading until say, 70%. We're thrown head first into Nathan and Katrina's tense reunion without knowing what split them apart in the first place. It was reminiscent of one of my other favorite books (The People We Meet On Vacation) in the best of ways, but unfortunately that means you're desperate to pick up the pieces of whatever it was they were from before. And it's not for the faint of heart. It raises so many questions about Nathan's marriage, Katrina's anger, and I feel like it delivers pretty well on most of that when you find the truth. I will say, though, I feel like the breaking moment between them could have been more ... something. Earth shattering, perhaps? I suppose I was bracing for a knock-down fight after remembering Katrina's anger in the beginning, but the moment was pretty fleeting. That might be my only critique, which really isn't a critique because it was more based on my own expectations. I would have liked a bit more tension past the 75% mark as well, but hey, that's entirely because I am a glutton for punishment and I like my sweets sour. I think most people will find the resolution, long as it is, wonderfully satisfying.
A huge thanks to Berkley for letting me read! I haven't read something this fast in ages. ...more
Oh gosh, there aren't words to describe how much I adored this book. As in, this, alongside of 'A Dangerous Kind of Lady' by Mia Vincy, both of which Oh gosh, there aren't words to describe how much I adored this book. As in, this, alongside of 'A Dangerous Kind of Lady' by Mia Vincy, both of which I read this year, might qualify as my top two of all time. My heart melted into a puddle over and over again, so much that I'm not quite sure how to return to normal. What a high.
Olive. Let's start with her. She's absolutely precious on every level, and a protagonist I think most will relate too. She's nervous, awkward, shy, completely self deprecating and self conscious, but lively and funny and ahhhh. Adorable. Most of all, though, a demisexual character on page was a big deal for me, something I completely relate to (for those who don't know, it means being generally unable to feel or form attraction to someone unless you form an emotional bond). Not that it's a thing that's the same for everyone, but I very much related to Olive on that front.
And Adam, for his part, was not what I expected. The synopsis touts him as an asshole, which ok yes, he is. Except also he isn't, and not around Olive. His tenderness towards her over and over is what did me in.
But this book is not without tension. I'm not going to recount the summary here, but I can say the fake dating situation very much felt like a will they-wont they, as in, every moment that they aren't wrapped up in each other feels like DYING. You can see how hard they've fallen for each other, early on especially, but there's so many false assumptions, complex situations, and wrenches thrown in their way that UGH it left me panting. But trust me, in the process of them getting together, there's plenty to keep you satiated. Banter, flirting, sparks exploding.
I also have to nod to the writing, which was genius, the issues this book tackled (women in STEM especially), and the absolutely adorable and loving best friends that surround Olive even when she felt most alone. Again - my heart....more
It goes without saying, I truly loved The Wolf and the WoodsmaTW: gore, genocide, abuse & torture, antisemitism
Such a beautiful, heart-rendering book.
It goes without saying, I truly loved The Wolf and the Woodsman, and I'll try to convey why in my brief review (with my health these days, it's difficult to write anything long and analytical, so I hope this will suffice). But the most important aspect is the representation, including Jewish representation, survival of abuse, and the honest depictions of persecution, oppression, and ethnic cleansing--all of which is integral to the world building. To miss that, I think, is to miss the point of the entire story.
Aside from that, however, there's even more to love, particularly the hate to love romance, the atmospheric and lyrical writing, and the haunting / lovely / gory settings.
I'll pause at the romance, because goodness me, it had me weak to the knees (if you've read that, you'll see what I did there hah). Our resident solemn prince and wolf girl are stuck together on a dangerous journey, are forced not only to share body heat, but to depend on and rescue each other more than once despite the difference in their beliefs and the very minor fact that she was supposed to be his captive. So. What isn't to swoon over?
All of that combined with a riveting end, one I suspect will stick with you forever, and you have a new absolute must-read for 2021. Thank you to the publisher for letting me read an early copy!
(Do keep in mind that this is very much an adult book.) ...more
I don't know where to begin, and I don't want to spoil much, but suffice it to say it wasn't what I was Oooh I loved this. What a breath of fresh air!
I don't know where to begin, and I don't want to spoil much, but suffice it to say it wasn't what I was expecting at all. In fact, I went in with almost no expectations, and it still surprised me. What began as a usual viking story (village raid, etc etc) quickly hinted at something else - something bigger at play, and I couldn't help turning the pages to figure out what was REALLY going on.
Hessa is our MC, a devout priestess for her god, known as Eang. At the beginning, she's being punished for the crime of not killing someone Eang wanted her to kill. Despite Eang's anger and vague messages (yes! we meet Eang! the gods are very prevalent), Hessa is endlessly devoted to her, and her only chance to get back in her god's good graces is to finish the job she didn't do. She must kill said man.
Thus Hessa is sent on a journey to find him, and find him, she does, only he raises very peculiar questions about her god, perhaps even hinting that Eang may not *actually* a god. Heresy! Or is it? What follows is a whirlwind of events: Hessa trying to find/kill the man, all while running into other gods (who are very much on the page) and people who stir even more questions. Stranger still, every encounter/vision Hessa has with Eang, we can tell something is off. We can't help but dislike Eang for her vagueness and cruelty towards Hessa, who's clearly trying right her wrongs.
I can't say much more, but I loved the twists! I think we get a sense of a much larger world, but it expands into a mind-blowing finale, where we not only learn the truth, but question everything we've been told along the way. The story very much revolves around the mythology and "gods", and while that might be a turn-off for me in usual circumstances, something about it was intoxicating here, and I think it was the constant NEED to know the truth. Better yet, said truth did not disappoint.
Honestly, I haven't read anything like this and I suspect I never will. What a fun ride!...more
This one is difficult for me to review, because on one hand, I LOVED everything about the characters and the writing. Seriously, the writing was STELLThis one is difficult for me to review, because on one hand, I LOVED everything about the characters and the writing. Seriously, the writing was STELLAR. The first 25% felt like the perfect gothic suspense you can sink your teeth into on a chilly spring afternoon curled up in blankets. I thought for sure this would be a five star book. And oh, it is worth all the stars! That is ... if you like horror.
I unfortunately didn't realize this sat in the horror genre, and I slowly and a bit painfully learned the hard way that it was much too creepy for me. I'm talking creepy, weird, icky, and it keeps ramping up the further you get. Unfortunately at one point, I had to sit it down for good. I let a friend spoil me because of course I had to know all the secrets, and I'm rather glad I didn't finish.
So, it's for sure a "me, not you' situation here. But hat's off to the author for stellar atmosphere and beautiful strings of words!...more
First of all, Schwab's Shades of Magic series holds my heart. I liked the first, but the second book gripped me and didEdit: Mini Review!
Mini) Review!
First of all, Schwab's Shades of Magic series holds my heart. I liked the first, but the second book gripped me and didn’t let go. (Any Ry fans out there?!)
I was nervous picking up Addie. Not because I didn’t trust Schwab to deliver, but her writing moves slowly (& deliciously) and this is a LONG book. I’ve had a hard time reading lately; I’ve shared that a few times on here. As in, I’ve read maybe 10 physical books. Thanks, 2020. Alas, this gained a full five stars from me. (For the summary, look below!)
Oh, I savored this one. Schwab’s writing is so visceral and emotional and it’s impossible not to root for Addie when you learn her story. From page one, she weaves so many questions in your mind about how Addie manages to live in a world where everyone forgets her the moment she’s out of sight. How does she survive? How did it happen? What did she do all those years?! GOODNESS. Wait until you find out.
Thus enters Luc, who I will not talk about aside from giving you one teensy hint: hello Darkling? And then, THEN, enters [redacted], who remembers Addie. AH. The twists. The journey. The END. When I closed this book, I had to fan myself, because wow. Just wow.
I have so many thoughts! I'm going to leave off a rating due to some of my mixed feelings, which I'll explain below.
First of all, I adored the writingI have so many thoughts! I'm going to leave off a rating due to some of my mixed feelings, which I'll explain below.
First of all, I adored the writing. Brigid certainly knows how to envelope us into a story and hold fast. I am not typically a fan of Beauty and the Beast retellings, mostly because I don't love the typical Beast trope (sad, broody, lacking in personality). However, our resident beastly character here was a delight to read. Sure, he was sad at times for the effect he had on his people, but we saw spunk and spark too, which I love in a man!
Secondly, I looooved all the characters. The story was rich and immersive with characters that tugged--no, yanked--at my heartstrings. Especially the main character, who I grew to love so much it hurt.
For those of you who don't know, she has cerebral palsy.
And my, we need more of these stories. We need stories representing the disabled and the sick. My heart fluttered and leapt at her struggles and the way she didn't 'overcome' them, but accepted herself through them. THIS is what I needed growing up. I've always been sick. I don't have cerebral palsy, but moving can be challenging for me, and oh, I related to her.
And this where my turmoil about the story comes in.
While we desperately need these stories, we need them by authors who have lived these experiences. And it wasn't until I read the back of the book that I realized the author hasn't lived this herself. Don't get me wrong, I still appreciate the effort SO MUCH. And perhaps she does have experience with pain or disability on this level, which is why I would never want to just assume. But I guess this is my heart's cry after reading this story - YES, I want more like this, but I especially want it from authors who KNOW what it's like. Especially because these types of authors so rarely get published.
Either way, I enjoyed the story SO much and I'm looking forward to the sequel!
I am FINALLY sitting down to write this review. Ah! And what can I say? I love love loved it, just as I did the first two novels. Particularly becauseI am FINALLY sitting down to write this review. Ah! And what can I say? I love love loved it, just as I did the first two novels. Particularly because if you know me, you know I loved to be dragged through emotional mud. I want to worry to pieces about the characters, ship people I'm not supposed to ship, and fret over every choice they make. So, if you're a glutton for punishment like me, I think you'll thoroughly enjoy this book.
Finale follows both of the Dragna sisters, and I particularly loved being back in Scarlett's POV (though Tella is one of my all time favorite characters). Both of their storylines revolve heavily around romance - but alas, not always with who you think. Scarlett an Julian both have oh-so-many unsolved issues and I was HERE for it. (I know, I'm strange, but I'm just not about that 'sweet' romance.) Give me the fights, the feels, the longing - yes, all of it. Stephanie delivered.
Scarlett is still determined to meet her former fiancé, feeling she can't truly know if Julian is the one for her until she does. (Yeah I mean, let's be honest, who could be better than Julian?) Thus, drama ensues.
Tella, on the other hand, is a bit peeved at our charming Dante for leaving her on the steps and being a general prick. Though of course, he still won't leave her alone, and tends to invade her dreams (chyeah).
Except.
Guess who's still around?
Jacks.
Look. I love Dante. But Jacks, once again, steals the show. Do I ship them? Heck yes. I can't help myself. But Britt! you say. How can you ship Jacks when Dante is still around? Let me tell you. I will forever ship Dante and Tella. But listen. NO ONE CAN KISS LIKE JACKS CAN. And he's just so damned interesting. And the chemistry.
Soooo the book was one giant maelstrom of shipping mess and confusion and I loved every minute. There's more betrayal, more blood, and certainly more angst. I'd say this one is definitely more focused on the romance. There's still plot, of course, because the fates are running free and we can't have that, but I felt the romance overshadowed it a bit. Not that I was complaining.
Some of the plot twists (particularly one having to do with a ... father figure) felt a little much to me, but to be honest, I just stopped caring and went along for the ride. Stephanie can get away with whatever she wants because she established a world without rules or limitations and literally ANYTHING has been possible since page one of Caraval. And trust me, she takes advantage of it.
So if you're looking for a wild ride, as one typically does in books, give this a go! I'll never not recommend this series.
Ohhhh wow I love the writing omg. If you're looking for a fantasy thriller/horror, this is for you. However, I'm going to have to sit it aside for a lOhhhh wow I love the writing omg. If you're looking for a fantasy thriller/horror, this is for you. However, I'm going to have to sit it aside for a little bit because I don't do well on horror-esque scenes; I am a supreme wimp (and aware of it) and I got too many creeps for my taste! Perhaps I'll return to it when I'm feeling more brave!...more
I can't stop smiling. Margaret blows me away every time!
Sorcery of Thorns is equal parts whimsical, flirtatious, and totally hysterical, while still I can't stop smiling. Margaret blows me away every time!
Sorcery of Thorns is equal parts whimsical, flirtatious, and totally hysterical, while still managing to deliver a gut-punch of feels on more than one occasion. This story is an absolute blast to read, and kept me thoroughly entertained all the way through.
First we have Elizabeth, a library apprentice of sorts. She's tall, fierce, yet has the gentlest of hearts. Time and time again, she charges headfirst into danger and drags us with her, and her cleverness and willpower never disappoint. I'd follow her anywhere. Literally.
Elizabeth's world is upheaved when a grimoire (yep you heard me) escapes the library. Mind you, grimoires are no ordinary books. In this world, they are quite alive with minds of their own - and can be very dangerous. Elizabeth, who's well aware of this danger, charges after it (of course, it isn't in 'book' form anymore and is now a rather grotesque lard-of-a-monster) to try and save her town from destruction. And while she succeeds (because she's a badass), she's accused of treason for letting it escape in the first place.
Which means she's shipped off to who-knows-where, now in the charge of a sorcerer.
Only, that sorcerer is Nathaniel and he's quite literally the best.
But Elizabeth doesn't know that, and she certainly doesn't trust him (because sorcerers are evil apparently). And, typical Elizabeth isn't going to sit still while evil-hot-sorcerer-dude carts her away and disposes her body. Naturally, she tries to escape.
But alas! Sorcerer dude Nathaniel isn't going to let her get away (though he'll roll his eyes a time or two because ugh she's impossible). And his butler, of all people, seems to have spooky-special powers that ensure Elizabeth fails in every attempt.
So Elizabeth, our strong-willed heroine, is stuck with hawt and untrustworthy Nathaniel, and his creepy butler-friend-thing-who-clearly-has-powers.
As usual, I'm not going to spoil much more, but suffice it to say, things don't go as planned. Because don't forget! Somehow that grimoire escaped. And if it wasn't Elizabeth, who was it? Ah! There is evil afoot, friends, and as I'd hoped, it forces Eizabeth and Nathaniel to team up and uproot it.
Only, they may be over their heads.
So I leave you with this: Make room in your hearts! We have on our hands a new story with gorgeous prose (as expected), absolute hysterical banter, new precious characters, and a riveting hate-to-love ship. I can't even pick what I love the most - the incredible world-building (omg can this be a movie?) or the brilliant prose. Or the characters, who are as real as they are fantastical.
And! That! End!
The last page. I actually gasped aloud and scared my cat.
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