Painted Devils by Margaret Owen – Review
Julia Kitvaria Sarene
The dynamics between the gods, the cult’s unintended growth, and Vanja’s ever-evolving relationship with power and consequence make Painted Devils a worthwhile read...
September 2025
A Honeymoon of Grave Consequence by Stephanie Burgis – Review
cosy fantasy at its best, filled with supernatural folklore, found family warmth, and the fresh spark of newlywed romance. A short book with a big heart, it is the perfect…
Magic, Maps, and Mischief by David Green – Cover Reveal
If you love cosy fantasy, character-driven stories, or are simply looking for a warm and comforting read, this one is absolutely worth picking up. And if, like me, you have…
The Queen of Hearts by Colleen Oakes – Review
Jayna
I loved all the references to the original story because it still felt fresh while interweaving so many clever little details.
Death’s Emissary by Emily Devereux – Review
a really promising debut that stands out in the crowded YA fantasy space with a fresh take on mythology and a darkly compelling concept.
SPFBO 10 Champions’ League: By Blood, by Salt by J. L. Odom – Review
A beautiful book, beautifully written.
A Winter’s Mercy by Phil Williams – Coming Soon
I cannot wait to see what new landscapes, monsters, and moral questions this book will throw at me. Winter is coming to the Blood Scouts, and I’m ready for every…
Little Thieves by Margaret Owen – Review
Gritty fairytale vibes, thorny moral questions, and some really great queer rep made this one worth picking up.
Tournament of Shadows, Books 4–6 by Tilly Wallace – Review
...this series has given me comfort, mystery, magic, friendship, and a strong heroine who refuses to accept the role society tries to force on her.
The Nobleman’s Guide to Scandal and Shipwrecks by Mackenzi Lee – Review
Highly recommended, especially if you’re looking for mental health rep that feels both grounded and empathetic.
Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire – Review
nd unsettling, tender and terrifying. It’s about grief, identity, longing, and self-acceptance. It's a murder mystery, a love letter to weird kids, and a meditation on the doors we wish…
The Company of Death by Elisa Hansen – Review
for those who like post-apocalyptic worlds with zombies and vicious vampires, instead of the current trend of romanticised vamps, it could be worth a read