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Across folklore, fantasy fiction, paranormal romance, and horror, wolf-like beings have taken many forms. They are often grouped together by casual readers as if they are all the same creature with slightly different names. But for writers and devoted genre fans, the differences matter. A werewolf is not necessarily a wolf shifter, and neither is automatically a lycan. Each creature carries its own mythology, symbolism, and storytelling function. The distinction becomes espec

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ When I think about a fantasy and adventure story, Beyond the Cobbled Road: Fading Light is exactly what I am hoping to read. This book is truly an incredible story that will transport you from your reality into a world that is unexpected with a journey to protect the world and train to perform magic. Yes, in that order.  It’s worth noting that I took this opportunity to do a “read and listen” meaning I listened to the audiobook while I followed along with the eb

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you love clever writing, this MUST be on your TBR. For me, a clever word smith is a huge green flag of how much research and time went into the development of the story. This was the very first thing I noticed after I started reading Semester Aboard. Elizabeth is unbelievably clever. Every word choice was very clearly intentional. While reading Semester Aboard, there were many moments I picked up on foreshadowing and now having finished the book, I can rememb

A contemporary romance made of sugar & spice Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The whole package contemporary romance we’ve all wanted is finally here. Sweet Redemption is a romantic tale woven with emotional and physical scars, insecurities, love, mistakes, and adoration. Danika packs this novel with moments of flirtation and swoon, sprinkled with spice throughout. This story gives the idea of “it takes a village” to a new level as all of the small town of Sweetbriar band together to not only r