Genre: YA Fantasy

Between the Blade and the Heart by Amanda Hocking Book Review

Between the Blade and the Heart by Amanda Hocking is an engaging urban fantasy novel that blends Norse mythology with a modern-day setting. As the first book in the Valkyrie duology, it introduces readers to a world of gods, monsters, and powerful female warriors tasked with enforcing the balance between life and death. The novel…
The Rogue Queen by Emily R. King – A Fierce and Thrilling Fantasy Sequel

The Hundredth Queen series continues to captivate with its third installment, The Rogue Queen by Emily R. King. This gripping novel takes readers deeper into the world of Kalinda as she battles powerful enemies, navigates political intrigue, and faces the ultimate test of leadership. With a blend of action, romance, and high-stakes magic, The Rogue…
The Beasts We Bury by D.L. Taylor Book Review

D.L. Taylor’s The Beasts We Bury is a YA fantasy novel that weaves together magic, political tension, and personal struggles. At its heart, the novel follows Mancella, heir to the throne, who possesses the power to summon an army of animals, ones she has previously killed. Opposing her is Silver, a skilled thief whose motives…
Daughter of Darkness by Katherine & Elizabeth Corr: A Thrilling Mythological Adventure Through the Underworld

Daughter of Darkness by Katherine & Elizabeth Corr plunges readers into a richly imagined world of Greek mythology, where gods, monsters, and mortals clash in a high-stakes adventure. The story follows Deina, a tough and ambitious protagonist, on her quest to the underworld to retrieve Eurydice’s soul in exchange for her freedom. As she navigates…
Princess of Souls by Alexandra Christo: A Magical Tale of Freedom, Revenge, and Found Family

Princess of Souls by Alexandra Christo is a YA fantasy romance that combines familiar fairy tale elements with fresh twists, creating an engaging and immersive story. Set in a vividly crafted world, the novel follows Selestra and Nox, two characters on intertwined journeys of self-discovery, revenge, and rebellion against tyranny. With dynamic chemistry, compelling character…
Unleashing Feminine Power: A Deep Dive into Waking The Witch by Rachel Burge

Waking The Witch by Rachel Burge is a captivating blend of modern YA fantasy and Arthurian legend that tells the story of Ivy, a resilient young woman on a quest for self-discovery and empowerment. Set against a backdrop of eerie Welsh mythology, this novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the strength found in sisterhood.…
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig: A Dark and Magical Quest with a Gothic Twist

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig is a dark, gothic fantasy set in the mist-locked kingdom of Blunder, where magic comes at a terrible price. The story follows Elspeth Spindle, who carries a monster called the Nightmare within her mind – a spirit that protects her and grants her power, but at a dangerous cost.…
Nettle by Bex Hogan A Dark, Enchanting Faery Tale

Nettle by Bex Hogan is a bewitching tale inspired by faery myth and folklore, taking readers on a captivating journey through a dark and dangerous fae kingdom. This young adult fantasy weaves together the enchantment of the faery realm with the treacherous consequences of striking bargains with the fae. Following the determined and curious protagonist,…
Belladonna by Adalyn Grace: A Gothic Mystery with Death as a Love Interest

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace is a gothic murder mystery wrapped in lush, atmospheric writing and laced with romance. The story centres on Signa, a young orphan raised by a string of ill-fated guardians, and her eerie connection with Death, who has shadowed her since infancy. When Signa moves in with her last remaining relatives, the…