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 The Book of Blood and Roses  by Annie Summerlee Blurb: In book one of a seductive sapphic paranormal fantasy, a vampire hunter goes undercover at a mysterious university and falls in love with her roommate, an alluring vampire. “Then her red eyes are on mine, gentle, deadly. She takes her time kissing my neck. I pull her closer and say: Bite me.” In the mists of the Scottish Highlands is a university where vampire students study alongside humans. Rebecca Charity is a vampire hunter undercover at the university, searching for the mysterious Book of Blood and Roses, a lost compendium of ways to kill vampires. If she finds it, she’ll be one step closer to avenging her parents, who were slain by those creatures of the night. But when Rebecca arrives, she finds something unexpected: a coffin. Her new roommate is Aliz Astra, scion of one of the most powerful vampire families... and the most beautiful woman Rebecca has ever met. The maddeningly gorgeous Aliz is everything that Rebec...
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 We Who Have No Gods by Liza Anderson Absolutely Phenomenal – A Wild, Heart-Pounding Ride from Start to Finish! This book devoured me. It was bold, breathtaking, clever, emotional, and packed with nonstop energy. If you're into deep, brooding "Shadowhunter" vibes with a twist of cunning magic and high-stakes survival, buckle up, you’re in for a ride. I haven’t rated a book six stars in months , and this one? This one reached into my chest, grabbed my heart, and refused to let go. Let’s start with the setup. The story kicks off with our fierce FMC, Vic, on the run with her younger brother Henry, fleeing a secret society of witches. Their mother’s dying words were a warning: Run. They’re coming for Henry. And run she did—for years. At just 16, Vic became her brother’s protector, mother, and guardian all in one. But time ran out. When Henry chose to stop running, Vic reluctantly agreed to drop him off at the academy… but walking away wasn’t an option. Henry was all she...
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 A Court of Blood and Sacrifice by Kay Marrie Review: A Court of Blood and Sacrifice by Kay Marrie A Court of Blood and Sacrifice by Kay Marrie is a fast-paced, imaginative fantasy that blends classic vampire lore with fresh character dynamics. The premise immediately drew me in. Our heroine, Lilah, is an orphan who’s survived years on the streets before being taken in by a farmer. Haunted by the vampires who killed her father, she dedicates herself to training and ultimately becomes the first Huntress in her kingdom. The concept is compelling and sets the stage for a gripping story. Lilah starts off as a strong and determined lead. I was excited by her quest for justice and the idea of a female warrior rising against the odds. As the story progresses, she faces intense emotional and physical challenges that cause her to question herself. While I initially struggled with this shift, I came to appreciate that her vulnerability made her feel more real, because honestly, who wou...
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What Fury Brings by Tricia Levenseller Synopsis: There's a shortage of men in the kingdom of Amarra. After a failed rebellion against the matriarchy, most noblemen in the country are dead. Now the women of Amarra must obtain their husbands (should they want one) by kidnapping them from other kingdoms. Olerra, a warrior princess vying for the throne, is determined to prove her worth by kidnapping a husband. And not just any husband. To outmaneuver her treacherous cousin, she needs the best. Fortunately, the second-born prince of their greatest enemy is widely known for both his looks and his sweet, docile temperament. He's the perfect choice to secure her claim to the throne. Sanos, heir to the Kingdom of Brutus, has nothing but contempt for the idea of a society run by women. Trained from birth to fight, lead, and follow in his father's overbearing footsteps, his path has always been set. Until he takes his younger brother's place in a drunken prank and finds himself ki...
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 Moonblood by Jade Ambrosia Synopsis:   A love written in the stars. A truth buried in shadows.  Falsely accused of a crime he would never commit, Alpha Alecksander Hale is stripped of his title, his home, and his legacy. With his pack stolen from him, and the real traitor in power, he vows to uncover the truth and return to MoonShadow to reclaim what is rightfully his.  But exile brings an unexpected twist—his fated mate. Torn between the overwhelming pull of their bond and the heavy responsibility still looming over him, Aleck must fight not only for justice but for the life—and love—he never thought he would have.  Selena Claire’s life is simple, safe, and entirely ordinary—until the day a magnetic stranger steps into her store and shatters everything she thought she knew. He claims to be a werewolf... and her fated mate.  Thrust into a hidden world of supernatural danger and ancient power, Selena must face a choice that could redefine her entire existen...
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Bargains with Benefits by Jillian Witt Synopsis:  When Luna bargained with an arrogant fae journalist to save her inn, the last thing she expected was to fall for him. Half-fae Luna Pierce is getting what she’s always to run the Cliff House Inn. Except, it hasn’t had a visitor in months, one of the rooms is magically locked, and the owner, her estranged fae father, is threatening to sell. She has until Long Night, when fae from across the continent travel to the city of Sandrin, to change his mind. Writing a recommendation column for the Bayside Times isn’t exactly what Vincent Andiveron pictured doing with his life. His pieces, telling the fae of Sandrin where to see and be seen, are fun but frivolous. Now, the best tip of his career, an investigation that could set him on a path to serious journalism, fell into his lap–and he just met the perfect source. When the handsome fae Luna  accidentally  throws a drink at ends up being the city's taste-maker, she must decide if ...

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 Let's talk about rating systems. This doesn't actually cover how I rate books. 6 stars: "This is a six-star read for me—one of those rare and unforgettable books that stays with me long after I’ve turned the final page. It’s the kind of story that lingers in my mind, echoing in my thoughts and emotions. Books like this don’t just entertain—they leave an imprint that’s hard to shake, whether it’s a deep, enduring scar or the rhythm of a beating heart that continues to pulse long after the story ends. These are the kinds of stories that I can’t help but return to, time and again, because there’s something about them that resonates so deeply within me. I often find myself revisiting certain scenes or moments, even when I’m not actively reading. As a result, I end up collecting these books in every format—hardcover, paperback, digital—because I just can’t get enough of them. It’s more than just the story; it’s the emotional connection, the way it changes me, that compels me t...
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Voidwalker by S.A. Maclean  Synopsis: Fionamara is a smuggler. Antal is the reason her people fear the dark. Fi ferries contraband between worlds, stockpiling funds and stolen magic to keep her village self-sufficient - free from the blood sacrifices humans have paid to Antal's immortal species for centuries. Only legends whispered through the pine forests recall a time when things were different, before one world shattered into many, and the flesh-devouring beasts crept from the cracks between realities, with their sable antlers and slender tails, lethal claws and gleaming fangs. Now, mortal lives are food to pacify their carnivorous overlords, exchanged for feudal protection, and the precious silver energy that fuels everything from transport to weaponry. When Fi gets planted with a stash of smuggled energy, a long-lost flame recruits her for a reckless heist that escalates into a terrorist bombing - and a coup against the reigning immortals, with Fi's home caught in the cros...
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The Rogue Heiress by Shoshana Rain  Synopsis:  Liseya Moroeste is getting married... but it’s a punishment, not a happily ever after. To keep the peace, and keep Liseya in line with the threat of mutually assured destruction, Deo, Filip and Adrian have insisted on a marriage of convenience for them all. But the forced bond hasn’t healed any wounds. Instead, it’s left Liseya clawing the walls of her new cage and feeling less sure of their affections than ever. But such uncertainty is the least of their problems. Outside forces have imposed their own conditions for Liseya’s nuptials in the form of a new suitor, Ezra. To make it worse, news from the Capital comes—war is on the horizon, and with it, Sun Rose is needed by the Empire more than ever. When the Sun Rose Trading Company arrives in Port Cenefra, meaning to control the Sun Rose at the source, Liseya’s worst fears come true. Now she and her partners have no choice but to work together to maintain control of the town, or el...

The Desert Heiress by Shoshana Rain

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 The Desert Heiress By, Shonana Rain SYNOPSIS: Nothing will stop Lis from regaining her family's power—not even the three tempting men standing in her way. In the desert port of Cenefra, the Sun Rose is life blood. A magic plant with the ability to grant people greater abilities. Sale of the plant is strictly forbidden, its growth restricted only to farms owned by the Empire's shipping company. Liseya Moroeste has only ever wanted one to run the syndicate smuggling it. But her family has been cut off for over a century, forced to advise but never lead. When the government cracks down on all illegal export, Lis is ready to seize her chance. To do so, she must best her three rivals. Filip, Deo and Adrian each want to court her, control her, cajole her into doing what they want. Liseya finds herself drawn into their complicated web, but to survive, she must learn if she can trust them, or if she must cut them down before they can do the same to her. The Desert Heiress is...