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I really enjoyed this Retelling of Rumpelstiltskin & The Goose Girl and thought it blended the two stories together really well. Both Ottoline & Roderick were interesting characters and it was fun to see how their stories unfolded. I look forward to reading more from this author as well as from this multi author series.
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I cried actually, not fair to say, i balled
The Magic system and world had a very MISTBORN feel to it at the start but completely made it its own. Character development felt steady revealing streghts and weaknesses. The story moved at good place never feeling bogged down in detail or sped up to make events happen
an amazing conclusion to a fanstic series
The whole book from the Characters to the story and the world was well thought out and delevoped. the interactions and battle scenes were epic whilst remaining believable
AT HIS BEST, nothing more needs to be said but i an effort to give a worthy review. The Story answers all questions, the pace is steady with maybe one or 2 slower chapters but by no means slow. personally as a 3rd and final book in series i was fully satifed
A solid 2nd book in the series, the story progressed well at good speed with the delepment of all characters shininy though. seemless follow on from the first book and perfectly placed for the 3rd
This was slow burn that once it took flame casued afew late nights. First books in series are rarly perfect but this fair above avaerage to get into a series. I am big Ryan fan so might make me slight biasis
This was my first book under the pen name Maggie Mayhem and was a really enjoyable story that works as a standalone. Axel & Ella were a fun couple to read about and I enjoyed her family as well. The epilogue at the end was sweet and I look forward to reading more from this pen name as well as her Lynnea Lee romances in the future.
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This was a really enjoyable addition to the Monster Mercenary Mates series and it was interesting getting to know The Sineater better as well as his symbiont Val and human mate Frederique. The dynamics between each of them were fun to watch develop and I really enjoyed reading their story. I look forward to reading the next book in this series and getting to know Jaxin better as well as seeing who he ends up with.
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I was really excited to see a fifth book in the Horned Holidays series coming out since I have loved every book so far in this series and am happy to say that this one was as festive and entertaining as expected. I loved reading about Klausan & Talia as well as Talia's 10 year old nephew Theo and seeing how the three of them bonded into a family as the story progressed. The reindeer Klaus rescues is also a nice addition and the epilogue is such a fun way of showing how they are doing a year later. I always enjoy getting to read this series and hope that it continues in future years.
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This story was truly magical. Runes to Rain is a thrillingly unique entry into urban fantasy that stands head and shoulders above the rest. It starts by dropping the reader into a world choked by pollution where a once grand conflict between Angels and Demons has devolved into a sort of cold war, slowly suffocating both humanity and the planet as a whole. Thrown into this collapsing reality, the formidable heroine, Chaosta is meant to be a force for change - someone who will tip the balance and perhaps save the world. Before she can do that she must first grapple with the core question of her own identity and purpose.
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The book possesses one of the most unique writing styles I've encountered. It flows with a dark, foundational quality, reminiscent of classic adventurous tales that were built around a profound moral scaffold. In spite of its dark tone and subject: a failing world in the midst of collapse and a war between light and dark, it manages to be uniquely hopeful. While the style may feel unfamiliar at first, it gently guides you through the story, building a sense of hard-won hope that prevents the book from ever feeling heavy-handed or brooding. This crucial balance makes it instantly captivating.
More than just a modern urban fantasy novel, Runes to Rain reads like a long-form fable that truly hits home. The writing pulls you deep into the conflict between competing forces then firmly blurs the lines, exploring profound lessons about innocence, family, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.
This is a captivating and imaginative fantasy read about creation, purpose, and finding where you belong when everything around you is divided.
I really enjoyed this fun, festive story about Bastian & Noelle. The two of them had an entertaining relationship and it was entertaining to see how meticulous Bastian could get about decorating. Noelle's cat Jingle Bells was also an amusing character at times. The epilogue at the end was really sweet and I look forward to reading more from this series.
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The Shattering Peace is neither the best, nor the worst of Scalzi's Old Man's War novels. It covets the brisk pace, breezy aloofness and excessive verbosity that have become the DNA of Scalzi's recent works like the Interdependency Series. What is gone is the frantic, almost unhinged quality that made his early books so appealing. In its place is a kind of pleasant but slightly dull stoicism; perhaps a boon for some in these cynical times, so if that is your bag you may add another star to this review.
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This sequel elevates a minor character from the series' cannon to the protagonist's role: Gretchen Trujillo, once the best pal of Zoe Boutin Perry, now an analyst for the Colonial Union State Department, is assigned a secret mission to find out what happened to an experimental and illegal colony that disappeared without a trace. If the colony's existence were to be revealed to the public it would, as the novel's title suggests, shatter the delicate peace between the human Colonial Union and the alien Conclave. There is also evidence that the deadly and technologically superior Consu are somehow involved.
This seventh entry in the series is no less smart, or smart aleck-y, than the previous ones. Despite the good pacing and easygoing vibes, I found it a little disappointing next to 2015s The End of All Things, which I felt carried a bit more weight. Or perhaps I am simply outgrowing this author?
The Shattering Peace will still satisfy fans of newer Scalzi, of whom there are plenty. If you are a particular fan of snarky banter, which the novel has in excess, you may add yet another star.
I really enjoyed this festive edition to the Xarc'n Warriors series. Burr’k & Holly were really cute together and it was fun to see some of Burr’k's misunderstandings about various holiday items while they were foraging holiday supplies. I look forward to reading many more books in this series in the future.
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I really enjoyed this holiday story about Ryder & Laney. This was a fun and festive story with some deeper emotions as well that are balanced out with humour and sweet moments. I also loved all the different animals and how they interacted with Ryder & Laney. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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This book is amazing. I just couldn't stop reading. Great plot, lovable characters, you will laugh and you will cry, sometimes both at the same time. And definitly you will want more and the book to never stop. First book was awesome and when I thought that it couldn't get any better, well... best to say I was terribly wrong. It can and it did. JM Snap is a wonderful author, creating worlds and stories to make our lifes better. I can't wait to read more about their love story. Levi is amazing
This was a really enjoyable winter story that is part of the multi author Monsters and Mistletoe series as well as being tied to the Hillcrest Hollow Shifters series. This story is about how Ísarr & Bianca get together thanks to a snow storm and I enjoyed seeing how Bianca slowly won him over and helped Ísarr overcome some of his fears. I look forward to reading more from the Hillcrest Hollow Shifters series.
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I love this series and really enjoyed getting to read more about Khawla in this story as well as his younglings Rasho, Daois, & Nisha. Khawla & Jolene made a really good couple in this story and it was fun to see how well Jolene got along with Khawla's younglings, all of whom were adorable. I am looking forward to reading Levant’s story in the next book The Naga Exile's Frozen Mate: A Sci-Fi Monster Romance.
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I was happy to see a new book in the Treasured by the Alien series was being released and really enjoyed getting to read this story. Each book in this series features a different couple so can be read as a standalone and this book is about Selik & Corinne along with her stepdaughter Anya and adopted Cire son Mikoz. I really enjoyed reading about how they all came together as a family as the story progressed and the epilogue at the end had some really sweet moments. I look forward to reading many more books by Honey Phillips in the future.
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I love the Vaxxlian Alien Mail Order Brides Series and this book about Warrin & his human mate Elora didn't let me down. Warrin was a really sweet character and I enjoyed getting to see how him and Elora's relationship came together. I hope to read many more books about Vaxxlian warriors in the future.
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I love the Fairhaven Falls series & this book met my expectations based on what I have read in this series so far. As always Flora and her matchmaking Flora are a lot of fun and I enjoyed whenever she popped up in the story. Each book in this series is about a different couple so can be read on their and this book was about Dr. Victor Jackson (Hyde) and his pregnant human mate Chloe. Their story has several ups and downs as Victor works through some issues but everything comes together for them (Flora wouldn't allow anything less) and the epilogue at the end is soo sweet. I am looking forward to reading Ben's story next year.
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I have loved every book in this series so far and was excited to see a new book released and am happy to say it met my high expectations for a fun and entertaining story. The Halloween aspects of this story were a lot of fun and I enjoyed getting to know both Khatak & Selene in this story as well as getting to see more of the human girls at the hotel. This book can be read as a standalone since each book features a different couple. I hope to read many more books set at the Alien Hotel in the future.
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I really enjoyed this Snow White & Rose Red Retelling and the way it wove elements of Bluebeard into the story so well. The prologue was a bit darker since that is where most of the real connection with Bluebeard is but afterwards it settles and is an entertaining story. I enjoyed getting to know both Rose Red & Prince Derrick and seeing how their relationship works out. I look forward to reading more Fairy Tale Retellings by this author in the future.
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I really enjoyed reading about Khorrek & Thea in this story and seeing how everything came together in this final book in the series. This book was longer than my usual books but was a really interesting story with great world building and complex characters. The epilogue at the end set three months later did a good job of showing how Khorrek & Thea were adapting to their new lives together as well as how some of the other characters were doing.
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