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Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for access to an e-arc of this title.
This is the third book in a series. However, as with a lot of romance series, it is interconnected standalone from what I can tell. I have not read the first two books in this series.
I enjoyed this title. It is a fun and cute romance that is actually romantic and not just steamy. Although the steam is ok the romantic elements and the disability rep within well written characters is what I was really impressed with. Even after the slightly rough start to the book (I personally don't vibe with instant attraction or with meetings that don't seem like they would happen), I found the characters relatable, interesting, and sweet). I was rooting for them and enjoyed the interactions they had throughout the story. I don't always vibe with romantic scenes but I actually really enjoyed them in this because they seemed to fit the characters really well. I liked that they both had respect and built actual friendship within the romantic relationship. The disability rep I really appreciated overall too. It can be difficult to show disabilities within fiction, but apart from a little bit of telling and not showing, and forgetting to show the adaptations during sex, I really liked the disability rep.
I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS TO... readers that are looking for a fun and flirty romance, enjoys actual romance and friendship with some steam, Likes characters that you want to hang out with in real life.
This is the third book in a series. However, as with a lot of romance series, it is interconnected standalone from what I can tell. I have not read the first two books in this series.
I enjoyed this title. It is a fun and cute romance that is actually romantic and not just steamy. Although the steam is ok the romantic elements and the disability rep within well written characters is what I was really impressed with. Even after the slightly rough start to the book (I personally don't vibe with instant attraction or with meetings that don't seem like they would happen), I found the characters relatable, interesting, and sweet). I was rooting for them and enjoyed the interactions they had throughout the story. I don't always vibe with romantic scenes but I actually really enjoyed them in this because they seemed to fit the characters really well. I liked that they both had respect and built actual friendship within the romantic relationship. The disability rep I really appreciated overall too. It can be difficult to show disabilities within fiction, but apart from a little bit of telling and not showing, and forgetting to show the adaptations during sex, I really liked the disability rep.
I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS TO... readers that are looking for a fun and flirty romance, enjoys actual romance and friendship with some steam, Likes characters that you want to hang out with in real life.
This was such a pleasure to read and perfect timing when I needed something not too heavy to read. Although the stakes are not that high there is a little something in there to keep you interested. The baby dragons are obviously the main reason to read this, but then the human characters are fun too. The only reason it doesn't get a full 5 stars for me is because for 85% of the book you are led to believe that the family is this crazy controlling lot and then as soon as he talks to them they are the sweetest, most supportive family ever. I didn't vibe with that... to be that oblivious to the family you were raised with and the lack of communication was annoying to me too.
Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for an e-arc of this title to read and review.
This was such a great read... This follows a young woman who is finding her way in the world. She finds herself working for a newspaper and on her first day there is a mysterious death. The whole cast of characters were fun and interesting and as with any good mystery, you suspect everyone and no one. I really enjoyed following the mystery while seeing the development of the main character and the funny interactions along the way. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a mystery that blends golden age with a more modern sense of humour, with characters that are feisty and have a bit of a found family vibe by the end.
This was such a great read... This follows a young woman who is finding her way in the world. She finds herself working for a newspaper and on her first day there is a mysterious death. The whole cast of characters were fun and interesting and as with any good mystery, you suspect everyone and no one. I really enjoyed following the mystery while seeing the development of the main character and the funny interactions along the way. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a mystery that blends golden age with a more modern sense of humour, with characters that are feisty and have a bit of a found family vibe by the end.
Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for the e-arc of this title.
Just to be completely transparent... I am both trans and disabled and that is what attracted me to this title. As much as I knew it was a collection of essays, I did not expect it to be quite as academically written. At first, this threw me a little. Maybe it's just that I need to read more essay collections in order to get used to the academic style. However, I did feel, at first, that while the goal (I think) of the book is to show up the unique challenges and exclusionary treatment (especially in medical and political spheres) trans and disabled people deal with, that due to the academic style it would be exclusionary of whole groups of people that would benefit and would want to access these essays.
This lessened over the book and especially in the second half of the collection, it was written in much more of an accessible style. Not only this, but I felt seen and really connected to the experiences being talked about. I really appreciated this collection overall and would recommend those who are interested in the topics talked about here to go ahead and check it out. I really hope to see more from these essayists and also the editor of this work. I also really appreciated the sources that were provided for further information.
This is ideal for readers who enjoy essay collections, are interested in people's experiences with references that can be checked out for further research. I think this will also suit readers that are looking to increase their understanding of the world we live in and how medical and political systems in particular leave trans and disabled people to suffer unnecessarily just to keep it's own prejudices in tact. You will be emotionally affected by these essays and it will make you want to change the world.
Just to be completely transparent... I am both trans and disabled and that is what attracted me to this title. As much as I knew it was a collection of essays, I did not expect it to be quite as academically written. At first, this threw me a little. Maybe it's just that I need to read more essay collections in order to get used to the academic style. However, I did feel, at first, that while the goal (I think) of the book is to show up the unique challenges and exclusionary treatment (especially in medical and political spheres) trans and disabled people deal with, that due to the academic style it would be exclusionary of whole groups of people that would benefit and would want to access these essays.
This lessened over the book and especially in the second half of the collection, it was written in much more of an accessible style. Not only this, but I felt seen and really connected to the experiences being talked about. I really appreciated this collection overall and would recommend those who are interested in the topics talked about here to go ahead and check it out. I really hope to see more from these essayists and also the editor of this work. I also really appreciated the sources that were provided for further information.
This is ideal for readers who enjoy essay collections, are interested in people's experiences with references that can be checked out for further research. I think this will also suit readers that are looking to increase their understanding of the world we live in and how medical and political systems in particular leave trans and disabled people to suffer unnecessarily just to keep it's own prejudices in tact. You will be emotionally affected by these essays and it will make you want to change the world.
Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for providing me an e-arc of this title.
This book follows Danae, a fisherman's daughter who eats a mysterious golden apple and then her life begins to unravel leading her on a journey that not only includes self discovery in a way she never would have guessed but adds danger and intrigue to boot.
This book is set in Ancient Greece and is a perfect introduction to greek mythologies for the young and/or those who want a fictional introduction. As a reader I am enticed, but also dubious when the description compares the book to other popular books... however, the comparison to Godkiller and Priory of the Orange Tree rings very true to me. The story is well paced, and the world is so vivid and described to perfection. It is written in such a way that the reader can really build that world in their minds eye without specific direction... adding to the feeling that you are in the world watching as these things unfold. I felt the emotions of the characters full range.. from fear to joy to loathing to motivation.
** slight potential spoiler in the next sentence!!!** My only moments that I lost contact with the story was in the moments when random strangers chose to sacrifice themselves for Danae... it makes some sense later but in the moment It disrupted the flow for me and didn't feel very authentic.
THIS WILL APPEAL TO: readers that enjoy a historical fantasy setting, with lovely writing and vivid description and world building. This may also appeal to people who don't usually read historical fiction or ya but are intrigued by the description... I would recommend this title!!!
This book follows Danae, a fisherman's daughter who eats a mysterious golden apple and then her life begins to unravel leading her on a journey that not only includes self discovery in a way she never would have guessed but adds danger and intrigue to boot.
This book is set in Ancient Greece and is a perfect introduction to greek mythologies for the young and/or those who want a fictional introduction. As a reader I am enticed, but also dubious when the description compares the book to other popular books... however, the comparison to Godkiller and Priory of the Orange Tree rings very true to me. The story is well paced, and the world is so vivid and described to perfection. It is written in such a way that the reader can really build that world in their minds eye without specific direction... adding to the feeling that you are in the world watching as these things unfold. I felt the emotions of the characters full range.. from fear to joy to loathing to motivation.
** slight potential spoiler in the next sentence!!!** My only moments that I lost contact with the story was in the moments when random strangers chose to sacrifice themselves for Danae... it makes some sense later but in the moment It disrupted the flow for me and didn't feel very authentic.
THIS WILL APPEAL TO: readers that enjoy a historical fantasy setting, with lovely writing and vivid description and world building. This may also appeal to people who don't usually read historical fiction or ya but are intrigued by the description... I would recommend this title!!!