Tag: slow burn romance

• 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…

  Shail Srivastava

  February 8, 2026

  Book Reviews, Creative Sundays

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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…

  Shail Srivastava

  January 11, 2026

  Book Reviews, Creative Sundays

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