by CassieSwindon | Feb 14, 2023 | Blog posts, Reviews
The preface was one of the most unique openings of a book I’ve ever read. And then the note to the reader gave two ways to read this book, from page 1-end as typical or in a specific sequence shown by codes and page numbers at the end of certain sections....
by CassieSwindon | Feb 13, 2023 | Blog posts, Reviews
I gave this scifi YA beauty and the beast retelling a 4.8/5 stars. It was almost perfect with what I’m looking for in any book. Fast paced. Sweet romance. Beautiful prose and imagery. Great character growth. it lost .2 for a strange part in the first half where it...
by CassieSwindon | Feb 12, 2023 | Blog posts
I DNF at page 50 and I’m super sad about it but I have 8 other beauty and the beast retellings lined up for inspiration so hopefully one of those works better for me. Here’s the blurb: Merit Cravan refused to fulfill her obligation to marry a prince, leading to...
by CassieSwindon | Feb 11, 2023 | Blog posts, Reviews
I loved this sequel and gave it a 4.4/5 stars. When it comes to characters, unique magic, world building, and relationships it was perfect. I scraped a few points off the total score because of its length, slow pace in middle and 5 POV head hopped within chapters....
by CassieSwindon | Feb 6, 2023 | Blog posts, Reviews
Loathe to Love you is three short stories that starts with “Under One Roof.” I rated the first one 4.5/5 stars. Stay tuned for info on the others. I don’t think the prologue was necessary since it felt more like a spoiler. Even though we all know...
by CassieSwindon | Feb 5, 2023 | Blog posts, Reviews
I rated this one a 3/5 but Katee Robert is so popular that everyone who is a fan and craves her books gives her a 5/5! (First person present tense, dual POV) Once upon a time, I met a man who stole my heart. In my desperation to reunite with him, I have nowhere to...
