Cherie Priest's mysteries for me always get me out of reading slumps - they're just cozy enough to keep me from going to bed with nightmares, but still have enough thrills to keep me intrigued. This installment was a bit less mysterious than the previous, but Leda still got into some psychic pshenanigans. (Can I just put P's in front of all of the S words or is that a Ben move?). Flight Risk was full of action, banter, and Cairo, literally the ABCs! The only fault here was just that the overarching plots were predictable, but I still can't wait to read the next one.

*Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review*

I'm honestly still a bit confused about what I read, but I know that I loved it. It's a science fiction, yet also historical in nature. And moreover it focuses on the impact one person can have on others, and even on themselves. I listened to this on audiobook, which definitely made me a bit more confused, but the production was amazing. Each part was narrated by a different actor, making it easier to follow the flow of the story. It's a tale of family, loss, and discovery that hits you right in the heart.

I can't wait to reread this story over and over.

I love me a good duology, especially one that whose first book doesn't end in an enormous cliffhanger. Plus a Scottish fantasy? Yes please! We get elements of magic, a lush setting with fae influences, and a reverence to the 4 elements that impacts both. There are small moments of romance, political intrigue, and mystery throughout, making it a well-rounded fantasy. While it isn't fast-paced, the book still flows like a river. And it really is enchanting!

An office rom-com full of banter and sexual tension? Uh yeah, I'm in. This book is written at a lightning fast pace, which can lead to having to reread the pages a couple times. For me, I felt like I was being thrust through the story, rather than getting to enjoy it leisurely. But I loved Cadence and Matt together, so it was worth it. Apart from the lightly steamy romance, you also get a fun workplace dynamic at PRISM. And on top of all of that, you also get to experience the cultures of Cadence and Matt's families! I wanted to hang with Matt's cousins and drag race in Tristan's car Fast & the Furious style.

*Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review*

A light and fluffy read that I devoured in 2 hours, it's truly charming. We follow Ellie and Jack, ex-friends from rival families, forced together on a road trip after a prank gone wrong. I loved the casual integration of magic, especially in the form of stationery. Who wouldn't want a bullet journal that makes you more confident? The magic system meshed so well with the story, adding tiny elements of whimsy throughout. Despite all of the fluff, we also get a coming of age story mixed with ideas about coping with grief that will make you feel alllll the things. Overall, just adorable.

*Thank you to Wednesday Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest review*

I'm a bit conflicted about this book. On one hand, it's poignant and hard-hitting. On the other, it reads as stream of consciousness and often abandons story threads completely. Instead it feels like a collection of short stories following the same character. And with that in mind, it's excellently done. Nina has a hard life, often feeling lost, and I can relate to that. Many content warnings here, including rape, pedophilia, drug use, loss of a loved one, and stalking. But it's overall a quick literary fiction read that will leave you thinking.

*Thank you to Grand Central Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review*

I'm swooning. I read this book in 2 hours, squealing at the humor and melting with the steam. It is unputdownable, yet flies by joyfully. As a point of order - you do NOT have to read Lovelight Farms first!! Everyone knows I'll read a romance series out of order any day, but In the Weeds doesn't suffer in any way by not reading its predecessor. (Trust me, I'm going to go back and read it but I'm waiting for Christmas because *vibes*)

The third act conflict is divine, the town of Inglewood has all of the Stars Hollow feels, and the residents of this town all bring something unique to the story. Ms Beatrice is my personal favorite, though Otis is a close second. Beckett and Evie are meant to be, with their fiery sexual tension and innate understanding of each other. (And let me say... that sexual tension is call the fire department HOT, not to mention when they actually get down to business!)

I will be screaming about this book for the rest of eternity, so get ready to be sick of me.

A fellowship competition quickly turns deadly? A locked door mystery with no phones or way of escape? Yeah that sounds like my cup of tea.

Except... it kind of wasn't. I think my fundamental issue with this book is that any of the stakes it created were just superfluous. It establishes motives for all of the characters but never follows through. And halfway through I kept thinking to myself "What if this is like One of Us is Lying?"... except worsely executed.

I just felt frustrated at the end with no answers and no consequences. Maybe it's just me.

*Thank you to Berkley and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest review*

This was... a lot. I went into this book thinking that it would help me combat my own burnout, but that's not the type of book it is. I did learn a lot about cultish mindsets of diet culture and the inner workings of veneers however. With the knowledge that this is a memoir and less of a self-help book, it becomes a far better read. I found myself relating heavily to what Caroline was saying, especially as she described some of her disordered eating habits. I'm definitely excited to check out The F*ck It Diet after listening to this book.

*Thank you to Harper Audio for an ALC in exchange for my honest review*

I'm wishy washy on Riley Sager's books usually, with Home Before Dark being my favorite of his first 4. But MANNNNN if this one didn't just go BING BONG on my rankings. The thrills, the foreshadowing, the BACKSHADOWING. Shining shimmering splendid.

It's a slow burn thriller, reminiscent of The Woman in the Window, until all of a sudden it isn't. Around a third of the way in, things get wonky in the best way. While I felt that Survive the Night was too predictable, The House Across the Lake was a mystery until the end. The alternating viewpoints between before/now helped add context while also amplifying the tension. I don't want to say too much about any of the twists (since those are my favorite parts), but I was overall really happy with how it came out. Just WOW.