Tag: book review
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Kiss of the Selkie – Book Review
Kiss of the Selkie by Tessonja Odette is a beautifully written Little Mermaid retelling filled with slow-burn romance, rich world-building, and emotional depth. Following Maisie, a selkie cursed with a deadly kiss, the story blends folklore, fae law, and forbidden love into a visually immersive and heartfelt journey. With memorable characters, gentle spice, and a…
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Curse of the Wolf King – Book Review
Curse of the Wolf King by Tessonja Odette is a cosy yet mysterious Beauty and the Beast retelling filled with slow-burn romance, enchanting wintery vibes, and compelling character growth. Though it starts off slowly, the story gains momentum and delivers heartfelt tension, a satisfying character arc—especially for the brooding Unseelie King—and an ending that truly…
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Heart of the Raven Prince – Book Review
Heart of the Raven Prince by Tessonja Odette is a standalone fae fantasy romance novel and a captivating retelling of the classic fairy tale Cinderella. It features a slow-burn romance, a fake engagement, and plenty of witty banter between its main characters, Ember Montgomery and Prince Franco. I found Heart of the Raven Prince while…
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Never Lie – Book Review
“Never Lie” by Freida McFadden is a gripping psychological thriller filled with secrets, suspense, and a jaw-dropping twist. Set in an eerie mansion during a snowstorm, it keeps you hooked till the last page. A fast-paced, chilling read that will leave you questioning everything.
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A Murder in Dehradun – Book Review
A Murder in Dehradun by Siddharth Maheshwari is a gripping whodunit set in the misty hills of Dehradun. With layered characters, hidden clues, and unexpected twists, it’s a must-read for mystery lovers. Though it starts slow, the suspenseful plot makes it worth every page.
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Red, White, and Royal Blue – Book Review
Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston is a queer enemies-to-lovers romance about Alex Claremont Diaz and British prince Henry Fox. The story, told from Alex’s perspective, blends humor, drama, and political themes. While some characters annoy, the engaging writing and heartfelt emails make it a binge-worthy debut novel. Highly recommended.
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The Girl in Room 105 – Book Review
The girl in room 105 by Chetan Bhagat is a mystery thriller that focuses on the life of an IIT coaching class tutor, Keshav, and a Kashmiri Muslim Zara, a student and Keshav’s ex-girlfriend whom he found murdered on her birthday when he goes to wish her. Blamed for her murder, he races against time…
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One Small Mistake – Book Review
One Small Mistake written by Dandy Smith focuses on the life of Elodie Fray, who is a struggling writer. She quit her job to focus on completing her novel, but the market demands a more compelling story than the romance that she spent years writing. Stuck with unemployment, she finds herself tangled in a situation…