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Crush (Breakdown) (SPOILERS)

….and we’re back for Round 2! This review will contain spoilers for Crave (book 1) and definitely spoilers for itself. Please read the first review, then come back here Synopsis:Everything feels off—especially me. I’ve returned to Katmere Academy, but I’m haunted by fragments of days I have no recollection of living and struggling to understandContinue reading “Crush (Breakdown) (SPOILERS)”

Crave (Breakdown) (SPOILERS)

Welcome to the 1st of a series of in-depth reviews about NYT Bestseller Tracy Wolff’s Crave series. Released in 2020 by Entangled Teen Publishing, this YA paranormal fantasy has swept the world and brought back the love we all had for paranormal romance in 2008 a la Stephanie Meyer. Synopsis: My whole world changed whenContinue reading “Crave (Breakdown) (SPOILERS)”

Fast Five: Prop Shopping

Hi , hey, hello! Today on Fast Five, we’re going to talk about props: what to use, and where to buy! I’m going to have a few higher-end items but mostly some bargain basement low prices. Buckle up and get in readers, we’re going shopping! Goodwill Honestly, it doesn’t get much cheaper than the GW.Continue reading “Fast Five: Prop Shopping”

A Better Bad Idea (eARC)

Turn the Pages Tours has once again invited me to tell y’all about a super fresh new release, A Better Bad Idea! This thriller is a fun ride, but does contain some sensitive topics such as death of a character, guns/shootings, physical abuse of a minor, toxic relationship, underage drinking, and more. Take care ofContinue reading “A Better Bad Idea (eARC)”

Sing Me Forgotten (eARC)

Welcome to the Opera House… Today I bring you a spoiler-free review of a recent releases Sing Me Forgotten, courtesy of Turn the Pages Tours! This is a gender-bent, Phantom of the Opera retelling with a sprinkle of romance and magic. Isda (Izzy) is our MC. She is the Phantom, but with a special power…sheContinue reading “Sing Me Forgotten (eARC)”

Book Tours: Who is She?

Welcome back to another addition of Fast Five, my series where I pick a topic and give you a quick overview of it using 5 bullet points! Today we’re going to talk about Book Tours. As with anything I say, these are NOT hard-and-fast rules, definitions, or expeditions. I merely speak from my experience. WhatContinue reading “Book Tours: Who is She?”

Wings of Ebony (eARC)

“Moms raised a diamond. And diamonds don’t crack.”

Looking Ahead!

Hello friends! Welcome to my new home! I have some fun content coming soon, here’s what you can look forward to: Blog tours I’ve booked! (in order of appearance) Wings of Ebony (Feb.) Crave/Crush/Covet (March) Sing me Forgotten (March) A Better Bad Idea (March) I’m also going to be posting new content to my FastContinue reading “Looking Ahead!”

The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna (ARC)

Hi, hey, hello! Welcome back to another review! Today, I’m featuring The Gilded Ones, a beautiful story inspired by West-African mythology featuring a cast of amazing women. I’m going to be doing my traditional Good, Bad, and Ugly for this review (how I’ve missed this format!) with closing remarks after! There are a few triggerContinue reading “The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna (ARC)”

All That Glitters / Everything That Burns by Gita Trelease (ARC)

Hope you guys have your seat belts fastened because for the first time ever in STLR history, I am reviewing TWO books at once! All That Glitters was released in 2019, originally under the title of Enchantee‘, and the follow up book Everything That Burns (announced under the title of Liberte’) just released! This isContinue reading “All That Glitters / Everything That Burns by Gita Trelease (ARC)”