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4 Star Review: Fractal Noise by Christopher Paolini

Posted on May 16, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 4 Star Review: Fractal Noise by Christopher Paolini

Each step they take toward the mysterious abyss is more punishing than the last. Thank you to Drew Kilman at MacMillan for reaching out with an audio ARC NetGalley widget! I can’t even express how excited I was about a prequel to To Sleep in a Sea of Stars and I was disappointed when I…

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4 Star Review: Straight Expectations by Calum McSwiggan

Posted on May 3, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 4 Star Review: Straight Expectations by Calum McSwiggan

Seventeen-year-old Max has always been out, proud and just a little spoiled. Frustrated by the lack of romantic options in his small-town high school, during an argument with his lifelong best friend Dean, Max lashes out and says he wishes he had never been born gay. Welcome to one of the May 3rd stops on…

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5 Star Review: Rise of the Red Sun by J. Edwards Holt

Posted on April 14, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 5 Star Review: Rise of the Red Sun by J. Edwards Holt

After coming to the stark realization that they were deceived by a close and trusted ally, the surviving members of the Collective struggle to find purpose in the new apocalyptic, war-torn world around them. I was granted complimentary audiobook acccess to Barrenworld: Rise of the Red Sun by the author, J. Edwards Holt, in exchange…

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4-Star Review: Moody Moody Cars by Eileen Kennedy-Moore

Posted on April 5, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 4-Star Review: Moody Moody Cars by Eileen Kennedy-Moore

Freewheeling! Full of feelings! Traveling near and far. HONK if you see me. I’m a moody moody car! Welcome to one of the many stops on the one-day blitz for Moody Moody Cars by Eileen Kennedy-Moore with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More…

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4 Star Review: The Delve by Dan Fitzgerald

Posted on February 4, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 4 Star Review: The Delve by Dan Fitzgerald

The sword wants what it wants. Welcome to one of the February 4th stops on the blog tour for The Delve by Dan Fitzgerald with Escapist Book Tours. (#EscapistBookTours | Twitter | Instagram) Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and exclusive content! Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which means…

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5 Star Review: Shut Up and Write the Book by Jenna Moreci

Posted on January 24, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 5 Star Review: Shut Up and Write the Book by Jenna Moreci

Writing a book can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. I was sent an eARC copy of Shut Up and Write the Book by Jenna Moreci by Jenna herself in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for the opportunity and sorry I wasn’t able to get this review out until…

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5 Star Review: Max and the Citadel of Light by John Peragine

Posted on January 18, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 5 Star Review: Max and the Citadel of Light by John Peragine

Is it a school for magic or is it a prison? I was sent a complimentary eBook copy of Max and the Citadel of Light by the author, John Peragine, in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for this opportunity to read the next installment in this adventure! As always, my thoughts are my…

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Book Review: A Tale of Two Princes by Eric Geron

Posted on January 13, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Book Review: A Tale of Two Princes by Eric Geron

Will these long-lost twin princes be able to take on high school, coming out, and coronations together—or will this royal reunion quickly become a royal mess? I was granted eARC access to A Tale of Two Princes by Eric Geron courtesy of HarperCollins Canada as part of my participation in the HCC Influencers program. Thank…

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A Cat’s Guide to Vanquishing Evil by Chris Behrsin – 5 Star Review

Posted on December 23, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on A Cat’s Guide to Vanquishing Evil by Chris Behrsin – 5 Star Review

One key to save the worlds… I was granted eARC access to A Cat’s Guide to Vanquishing Evil by Chris Behrsin through the author’s ARC team email list in exchange for an honest review. Thanks again as always for the continued opportunity to get early access to Dragoncat! My thoughts are my own and my…

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Colouring Book Review: Fantasy Coloring Book by Weblight Dreams

Posted on December 23, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on Colouring Book Review: Fantasy Coloring Book by Weblight Dreams

Have you ever imaged yourself as an Elf in an adventure, maybe discovering a Dragon in a crystal cave when you were a child or even now as an adult? Let’s review a colouring book! My fellow YouTube artist and friend Weblight Dreams has a colouring book out on Amazon and I finally got a…

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Review: Where Is He? Tank, the Tortoise by Parimalasri Docktor

Posted on November 23, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on Review: Where Is He? Tank, the Tortoise by Parimalasri Docktor

His favorite meal is string beans. Welcome to one of the November 23rd stops on the blog tour for Where Is He? Tank, the Tortoise by Parimalasri Docktor with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for more reviews and other exclusive content, and don’t forget to enter the giveaway!…

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Stellar Instinct by Jonathan Nevair – 5 Star Review

Posted on November 18, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on Stellar Instinct by Jonathan Nevair – 5 Star Review

A secret agent. A gaming mastermind. Two players in a dangerous competition blurring the boundaries of entertainment and reality. Jonathan reached out to me to offer an eARC of Stellar Instinct for review and I gladly accepted. Thanks again, Jonathan, for the opportunity to enjoy and review your work early! As always, my thoughts are…

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Family Fun at the Lake by Katelyn Prendergast – 4 Star Review

Posted on September 29, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on Family Fun at the Lake by Katelyn Prendergast – 4 Star Review

Remember those mornings on the lake, days in the woods, or nights in the cabin? Welcome to one of the September 29th stops on the blog tour for Family Fun at the Lake by Katelyn Prendergast with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for more spotlights and a giveaway!…

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Old Bag of Tricks by Kevin J. Cyr – 4 Star Review

Posted on September 26, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on Old Bag of Tricks by Kevin J. Cyr – 4 Star Review

Most people think Halloween should be called a holiday, but for some it could be a reminder of a tragedy. On that night, the lives of three boys changed forever. Welcome to one of the September 26th stops on the blog tour for Old Bag of Tricks by Kevin J. Cyr with Goddess Fish Promotions….

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A Cat’s Guide to Travelling Through Portals by Chris Behrsin – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 24, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on A Cat’s Guide to Travelling Through Portals by Chris Behrsin – 5 Star Review

The key to open worlds is inside the belly of a dog… I was granted complimentary eARC access to A Cat’s Guide to Travelling Through Portals by Chris Behrsin through the author’s own mailing list in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for the continued early access to this great series! My…

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The World is Beautiful with Colors – 3.5 Star Review

Posted on September 19, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on The World is Beautiful with Colors – 3.5 Star Review

Nate is a very curious, intelligent and independent little boy who is fascinated and inspired by all the beautiful colors in the world, which sparks his imagination. Welcome to one of the September 19th stops on the blog tour for The World is Beautiful with Colors by Shriyanie Fernando with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure…

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This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 18, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves – 5 Star Review

Enrique “Quique” Luna has one goal this summer—get over his crush on Saleem Kanazi by pursuing his other romantic prospects. Never mind that he’s only out to his best friend, Fabiola. Never mind that he has absolutely zero game. I was granted audio ARC access to This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H….

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The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 11, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson – 5 Star Review

When Springville residents—at least the ones still alive—are questioned about what happened on prom night, they all have the same explanation… Maddy did it. I was granted complimentary eARC access to The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson via NetGalley following my attendance at a #FrenzyPresents HarperCollins fall catalogue preview in August. Thank you…

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The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 6, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas – 5 Star Review

“Only the most powerful and honorable semidioses get chosen. I’m just a Jade. I’m not a real hero.” I was granted audio ARC access to The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas through the publisher, MacMillan Audio, via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for the approval! My thoughts are my…

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The Shadow of the Mole by Bob Van Laerhoven – 4 Star Review

Posted on September 1, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on The Shadow of the Mole by Bob Van Laerhoven – 4 Star Review

1916, Bois de Bolante, France. The battles in the trenches are raging fiercer than ever. In a deserted mineshaft, French sappeurs discover an unconscious man, and nickname him The Mole. Welcome to one of the September 1st stops on the blog tour for The Shadow of the Mole by Bob Van Laerhoven with Goddess Fish…

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