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OH WHAT FUN.
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I haven’t read a middle-grade book in a bit and I forgot how much I enjoyed them! This was such a gem.
I flew through this (definitely a perk of a middle grade read) and was captivated by the story of Morrigan! I loved her character and demeanor. She was spunky, capable of going with the flow and was someone I wanted to cheer for during the trials for the Wondrous Society.
The rest of the cast was fantastic as well. Such a mix of different personalities and backgrounds. I look forward to watching friendships blossom and seeing how this story progresses. There’s plenty of action and the fast-paced keeps anything from getting slow. I think it’s a wonderful and appropriate read for younger audiences, but it definitely has the ability to draw in the older crowd too.
Loved this, will be continuing the series to see what happens next! I love following a longer series with a great group, a bit of mystery and a lot more of the world to explore.
Overall audience notes:
- Middle grade fantasy
- Language: none
- Violence: some minor altercations and run-ins with ghosts and other creatures, but nothing overtly violent
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I haven’t read a middle-grade book in a bit and I forgot how much I enjoyed them! This was such a gem.
I flew through this (definitely a perk of a middle grade read) and was captivated by the story of Morrigan! I loved her character and demeanor. She was spunky, capable of going with the flow and was someone I wanted to cheer for during the trials for the Wondrous Society.
The rest of the cast was fantastic as well. Such a mix of different personalities and backgrounds. I look forward to watching friendships blossom and seeing how this story progresses. There’s plenty of action and the fast-paced keeps anything from getting slow. I think it’s a wonderful and appropriate read for younger audiences, but it definitely has the ability to draw in the older crowd too.
Loved this, will be continuing the series to see what happens next! I love following a longer series with a great group, a bit of mystery and a lot more of the world to explore.
Overall audience notes:
- Middle grade fantasy
- Language: none
- Violence: some minor altercations and run-ins with ghosts and other creatures, but nothing overtly violent
Pretty good.
I did feel like I didn't learn as much new information as I hoped
I did feel like I didn't learn as much new information as I hoped
STUNNING.
I looooved this y’all!!!! I think it could easily be my new favorite of Lim’s.
It was extremely well written. I flew through this. And for a fantasy that’s not an easy feat. The writing style is engaging and smooth. I was caught up from the first few chapters because who doesn’t love someone running away from their arranged marriage?
There definitely was a subtle romance that I adored. It was so dang sweet!! Perfectly fit the story and didn’t feel forced. The progression matched the expectations and I can’t wait to see it blossom in the next book.
While there is a little romance, the bigger focus is on the sibling relationship of Shiori and all of her brothers. I liked the approach to their dynamics and how the fought and loved well. There was incorporation of many fairytales that I can recognize the tiny additions. It was neat to look up the many different ones and see how they were used.
I love the complicated morally gray step-mother. What started off as an obvious evil step-mother plot became much more nuanced and layered. She played a much bigger roll than I initially thought. It’s always great having a villain who gives is as complex as the rest of the cast.
Overall audience notes:
- YA Fantasy
- Language: none
- Romance: almost kisses
- Violence: physical altercations, magical weaponry, poison, curses, loss of loved ones
DEEPLY FELT.
Third book in the Bergman Brothers [& Sisters] series and I’m still smitten as ever. Another great read that is only further solidifying my love for these characters.
I love that this was a marriage in crisis trope. After reading books like Bromance Book Club, I’m realizing I tend to enjoy this trope! There can be a lot of exploration here and this had many many conversations that I appreciated and resonated with 100x over.
The anxiety rep with Aiden was something I loved most. Even more unique to this story was the discussion of how anxiety affects communication and sex drive. Something I haven’t come across in a romance novel. The love and passion Aiden has for Freya is eternally my favorite. I appreciate any character willing to take a low point in their lives and actually try and do the work to make things better. Through therapy, tough conversations, and learning how to rekindle their intimacy, Freya and Aiden had me devouring this book to see that spark turn into a flame again.
Moving locations to a vacation was a different addition and I think the change of location helped a lot for the plot. Adding a lot more romance and moments where Aiden and Freya could work on themselves and their marriage (and who doesn’t love a tropical location?). There’s clearly a deep love between them and that easily gave me the stamina to see this read through.
There were many things I loved about this read (even if it isn’t my all time favorite of the series). I can’t wait for Axel’s story next!!
Overall audience notes:
- Contemporary romance
- Language: some strong
- Romance: kisses to many open door scenes
- Violence: falling from a cliff, breaking a bone
- Trigger/Content Warnings: parental abandonment, anxiety, alcoholism, poverty recounted
ANOTHER ROMANTIC TALE.
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Another good installment to this multi-author series! I didn’t love book two, but this one perked me up to continue reading the stories of all these Frost Fair ladies.
I liked the turn around for this romance. It starts off on the wrong foot (and with poor assumptions), but slowly turns into some true realizations. I love that Aaron was able to look into himself about how he was treating Gabby and where his prejudices were coming from. I loved Gabby and her resiliency in the face of a lot of people who hated her without knowing her. As Aaron and Gabby came together I found myself completely invested in their relationship.
Maybe some dramatics were added in for a bit for umph, but I didn’t mind. These books have a nice magical holiday quality that I’ve really taken to. I hope to finish this series soon!
Overall audience notes:
- Regency romance
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Violence: kidnapping
- Trigger/Content Warnings: kidnapping, PTSD from war
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Another good installment to this multi-author series! I didn’t love book two, but this one perked me up to continue reading the stories of all these Frost Fair ladies.
I liked the turn around for this romance. It starts off on the wrong foot (and with poor assumptions), but slowly turns into some true realizations. I love that Aaron was able to look into himself about how he was treating Gabby and where his prejudices were coming from. I loved Gabby and her resiliency in the face of a lot of people who hated her without knowing her. As Aaron and Gabby came together I found myself completely invested in their relationship.
Maybe some dramatics were added in for a bit for umph, but I didn’t mind. These books have a nice magical holiday quality that I’ve really taken to. I hope to finish this series soon!
Overall audience notes:
- Regency romance
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Violence: kidnapping
- Trigger/Content Warnings: kidnapping, PTSD from war
INCOMING.
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A rant is incoming because I can’t even with this book.
First and foremost THERE WAS NO PLOT. NONE. Nothing happened.
The whole time the book focused on Deacon and Vivienne trying to bang each other but they keep getting interrupted. Or my personal favorite, they would get in a stupid argument and blow up at each other without communicating whatsoever to turn around and get back together within a chapter. AAAAAAAND the MANY instances of CHEATING that was played off as nothing. It was cheating. It should be taken seriously. Goodness gracious the rage I felt was next level.
I just couldn’t handle the level of immaturity Viv and Deacon resonated. They’re older teens (19 and 26). You would think they would be a bit more rational. I’m just begging for a little.
I am definitely not continuing this series. Even if a few side characters were okay and the only redeeming thing about this entire book.
Overall audience notes:
- YA Fantasy Romance
- Language: a little
- Romance: kisses to closed door scenes
- Violence: physical altercations, fires, gun violence
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A rant is incoming because I can’t even with this book.
First and foremost THERE WAS NO PLOT. NONE. Nothing happened.
The whole time the book focused on Deacon and Vivienne trying to bang each other but they keep getting interrupted. Or my personal favorite, they would get in a stupid argument and blow up at each other without communicating whatsoever to turn around and get back together within a chapter. AAAAAAAND the MANY instances of CHEATING that was played off as nothing. It was cheating. It should be taken seriously. Goodness gracious the rage I felt was next level.
I just couldn’t handle the level of immaturity Viv and Deacon resonated. They’re older teens (19 and 26). You would think they would be a bit more rational. I’m just begging for a little.
I am definitely not continuing this series. Even if a few side characters were okay and the only redeeming thing about this entire book.
Overall audience notes:
- YA Fantasy Romance
- Language: a little
- Romance: kisses to closed door scenes
- Violence: physical altercations, fires, gun violence
Heavier subject matter.
Still adorable & I love Charlie and Nick!!!
And all of their friends.
It was fun to change settings and go to Paris for a bit too.
Can't wait to read the next book!
Still adorable & I love Charlie and Nick!!!
And all of their friends.
It was fun to change settings and go to Paris for a bit too.
Can't wait to read the next book!
THE TENSION.
I’m sure I mention this every time, but it needs to be said. Amy Harmon is eternally one of my all time favorite authors and I auto-buy everything she writes. I was giddy to get more stories from Saylok and I devoured this book. It’s fantastic on audio if you’re interested in that format!!
I LOVED the story between Hod and Ghisla. Young teens who met and then their story took off in all sorts of new directions. The pacing of the aging is great. I didn’t feel too much time was spent in any one age group as they got older and the tension between them only became thicker. It was all so incredibly romantic and tender. I’m still swooning over Hod. It’s one of those epic love stories.
One minor aspect I didn’t love was how much of the first book, The First Girl Child, was written alongside. There’s a LOT of Bayr and Alba’s love story too. It wasn’t bad, I was just hoping for more of an entire focus on Hod and Ghisla. I didn’t love moving back and forth between the stories (Even though the narrators are always Hod or Ghisla).
The mythology and Viking aspects make the setting come alive. Along with Harmon’s writing that is always gorgeous and enchanting you forget the characters aren’t real. Being transported back to Saylok is the exact kind of escape I look for in a fantasy.
Absolutely another win for Harmon and I will be waiting for her next book!!
Overall audience notes:
- Fantasy romance
- Language: very little
- Romance: kisses to brief open door, and some closed door scenes
- Violence: war scenes, physical altercations, murder
- Trigger/Content Warnings: sexual assault, loss of parents, ableism, bullying
