With summer reading coming to an official close, September is bringing a full slew of promising books! I’ve been in the mood to read some darker fantasy reads, so I’m diving into “House of Salt and Sorrows” first in an audiobook format. I figure that with this read, I’m preparing for “Spooky Season” and all … Continue reading September Hopefuls
Category: Writing
Currently Reading: “The Guncle”
Book: "The Guncle" by Steven Rowley Genre: Fiction Synopsis: Amazon synopsis below Blogger's Note: Picked this one up from the library and I'm currently enjoying a physical and audiobook copy. Patrick, or Gay Uncle Patrick (GUP, for short), has always loved his niece, Maisie, and nephew, Grant. That is, he loves spending time with them … Continue reading Currently Reading: “The Guncle”
“Daughter of Sparta” Book Review
Book: “Daughter of Sparta” by Claire M. Andrews Genre: Fantasy/Greek Mythology Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger’s Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy of this book! This book completely captivated me from beginning to end and I loved every second of it. The story follows the tale of Daphne, an outsider of Sparta … Continue reading “Daughter of Sparta” Book Review
Happy National Donut Day
Happy National Donut Day! My sweet tooth and I are celebrating #NationalDonutDay with some donuts from The Salty Donut and a fabulously juicy family drama based book recommendation! “We Are the Brennans” is a new juicy family saga from Celadon books. Thanks to Celadon for the gifted copy in exchange for an honest review! I … Continue reading Happy National Donut Day
“Spells Trouble” Book Review
Book: "Spells Trouble" by P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast Genre: YA Fantasy Rating: 3/5 Stars Format: Physical copy with audiobook accompaniment Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. "Spells Trouble" is the story of a set of twins that descend from a … Continue reading “Spells Trouble” Book Review
“Vibrant Botanicals” Book Review
Book: "Vibrant Botanicals" by Jennifer McGruther Genre: Cookbook/Self-Help Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to Ten Speed Press for the gifted book in exchange for an honest review.“Vibrant Botanicals” is a new health focused cookbook that blends informative snippets about herbal energetics with delicious recipes! The book is chock full of interesting information that … Continue reading “Vibrant Botanicals” Book Review
“Accidentally Engaged” Book Review
Book: "Accidentally Engaged" by Farah Heron Genre: Romance Rating: 5/5 Stars What happens when two attractive people, baking and a television show collide? Magic evidently! This new book from author Farah Heron, was a fabulously quick paced read that was entertaining and fun! The storyline follows Reena who's an emerging young professional looking to make … Continue reading “Accidentally Engaged” Book Review
“The Siren” Book Review
Book: “The Siren” by Katherine St. John Genre: Fiction/Suspense Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger’s Note: Thank you to Grand Central Publishing for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Content Warning: Drugs, Sexual Assault, Violence “The Siren” by Katherine St. John is a story that takes place on a Caribbean Island … Continue reading “The Siren” Book Review
“Uprooted” Book Review
Book: "Uprooted" by Grace Olmstead Genre: Non-Fiction/Memoir Rating: 4.5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Journalist Grace Olmstead is a small town woman who uprooted and moved to Washington D.C. to follow her dreams of becoming a writer. In this … Continue reading “Uprooted” Book Review
“My Inner Sky” Book Review
Book: "My Inner Sky" by Mari Andrew Genre: Self-Help/Memoir Rating: 3+/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. "My Inner Sky" is a self-help book in which author Mari Andrew recounts various times in her life and the lessons she's learned … Continue reading “My Inner Sky” Book Review