Review: The Trial and Execution of the Traitor George Washington by Charles Rosenberg

I'm playing major catch up on reviews since returning! I read three or so Netgalleys months back before starting the new job, but never got around to reviewing them. I apologize that the review will likely be short, but I read this months ago! Anyway, here goes nothing! The Trial and Execution of the Traitor …

Review: The Book of Whispers by Kimberley Starr

The Book of Whispers is a YA historical fantasy that follows Luca and Suzan throughout the historical event of the Crusades. Luca is a young heir to his father, the Conte de Falconi. As his father prepares to leave for the Crusades, Luca is supposed to stay behind. However, Luca can see demons and he …

Romance Review: An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole

Recently, as in December 2017, I started picking up romance books again. I wanted something fun and light and I just adore the way romance novels make me feel all gooey and warm inside. For the month of February, I'm also trying to read more black authors (if not all black authors) for the February …

Review: Mad Miss Mimic by Sarah Henstra

Mad Miss Mimic is the story of Leonora (Leo for short), a young woman living in 1870s London. Leo is somewhat of an oddity in society. She has a terrible stutter, and the only times she can speak clearly are when she mimics other people's voices, earning her the nickname of Mad Miss Mimic. Leo's …

Review: And I Darken by Kiersten White

Going into this book, I had heard a lot about it. I honestly wasn't sure I was going to like it, but I did. It was well-written, had interesting characters, and tells an interesting take on historical figures. The book follows two siblings: Radu and Lada. Both are children to the ruler of Wallachia, who …

Review: Do Not Say We Have Nothing by Madeline Thien

"Love is a revolutionary act." This book was heartbreaking, yet beautiful. It follows Marie, whose family is Chinese, but who has grown up in Canada. Her father has recently left her and her mother, and eventually committed suicide in Hong Kong. Suddenly, Marie and her mother are asked to take in and help the daughter …