The Tattling Whisperwoods by Tilly Wallace – Review
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playful, magical, and full of heart. Stronger than the first book, richer in character, and still deeply comforting. It’s not about sweeping epic stakes. It’s about community, care, stubborn hope,…
Historical Fantasy
To Ride a Rising Storm by Moniquill Blackgoose – Review
Dragons, colonialism, and resistance, with a cast that reflects the full spectrum of humanity and a world that keeps getting richer, Blackgoose is building something special here.
Gather the Anarchists by Tilly Wallace – Review
Overall, this series feels like wrapping yourself in your favourite blanket after a long, draining day. It’s steady, reassuring, and quietly engaging without demanding too much from you.
Soulstar by C.L. Polk – Review
Soulstar is a timely and important conclusion, exploring power, social inequality, and resilience. It’s an intense, thought-provoking read that balances romance, politics, and personal struggle, leaving a lasting impression well…
Under the Lesser Moon by Shelly Campbell – Review
There are no knights or swords here, just a travelling tribe that hunts and gathers everything it needs to survive.
Murder in Absentia by Assaph Mehr – Review
Felix himself is a strong lead. He is clever, snarky, and knows when to keep his mouth shut. He is refreshingly aware of his limits and hires muscle or gets…
A Study in Sirens by Suzannah Rowntree – Review
A quick, charming, and fun installment that will leave you eager for the next full adventure. Perfect for when you need a little taste of werewolves, vampires, sirens, and snarky…
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland – Review
A fierce and clever reimagining of history, full of action, heart, and a heroine you won’t forget. I’m already reaching for the sequel.
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.
Once Was Willem by M.R. Carey – Review
Once Was Willem is dark, strange and often brutal, but also moving and full of heart.
The Lady’s Guide to Petticoats and Piracy by Mackenzi Lee – Review
If you’re craving a historical seeing with a strong, flawed, growing female lead and beautifully complex friendships (and pirates!), this one’s absolutely worth your time.